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Oliver Orchiston fully commits to some air time during the DTSS Lakers senior soccer team’s game against Trail’s J.L. Crowe Secondary on October 30th in Trail. The Lakers won the Kootenay Zone Championship, qualifying for the provincial AA senior soccer championships in Vancouver from November 22nd to 25th. PHOTO BY JIM BAILEY/TRAIL TIMES

Chamber mentorship program gets stellar reviews STEVE HUBRECHT steve@invermerevalleyecho.com The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce’s business mentorship program has been a boon to the valley, with program participants giving glowing reports of how it has turned out for them. The Chamber launched the business mentorship program this past winter, and matched up 10 mentors with 10 local business owners who wanted to be mentored in a kind of speed dating-like event. Once the mentors and the mentorees were paired up, each pair began to meet semi-regularly, with the mentor offering advice to help the mentorees operate their businesses. “It has been amazing,” said Ranch UpAround owner Lisa Lehr. “There are so many experienced professionals here in the valley and it’s wonderful to be able to benefit from their advice.”

Lehr started her summer camp- exist in the valley.” based business this summer, and was Tiffany’s Thredz owner Tiffany Gulbe mentored by Circle Cafe owner Peter was paired with local retiree Rick Bourke through the mentorship pro- Thompson through the program, and gram as she did so. said she found Thompson’s extensive “I was really looking for guidance on business experience (he spent about the bigger picture with my business, four decades working as a buyer, seand how to go about starting it, and nior manager, asset manager and a Pete was just an indeveloper of retail I absolutely love credible help with shopping centres) that,” said Lehr. my mentor... I don’t helpful as she went “Most of it was know how else I would about setting up a prioritizing, alignsecond Tiffany’s in ment and focus type have learned so much. Calgary. TIFFANY GULBE stuff, helping Lisa “I absolutely love TIFFANY’S THREDZ OWNER figure out where she my mentor,” said wants to dedicate most of her time, Gulbe. “Sometimes we meet once a and strategizing which ideas to pull week, sometime once a month. He’s out first and which to leave for later,” helped with so much — with lawyer said Bourke. “It went pretty well and stuff, with business stuff, really with the whole program was a neat idea. anything to do with anything. I don’t It’s a great initiative and a great way know how else I would have learned to connect people and resources that so much of what he’s taught me.” you otherwise might not even know Advice from a mentor has the benefit

of not only of drawing on experience, but also of being more objective than advice coming from friends or partners, said Gulbe. “I’ve taken on some things I wouldn’t have, if I hadn’t had (Thompson’s) support. It’s probably the best program I’ve ever done,” she said. “I really wanted somebody objective to look at my books, teach me about leasing agreements, and with my mentor I certainly got that. I find in business a lot of your peers usually don’t talk about the financial angle of things, and in a small town such as Invermere that doesn’t leave many other people to turn to for advice.” For his part, Thompson said he got as much out of being a mentor as Gulbe received being mentored. “I really enjoy it,” he said. “There are a lot of us in the valley, retired or semi-retired here, who have spent See A2

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Snapshot CHAMBER from A1 many years in business, have a lot of experiences and we are keen to pass it on, which is just as beneficial to the person giving the advice as the person receiving it. We’ve learned from mistakes and it’s great to be able to help others avoid the same pitfalls.”

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When the Chamber first announced the business mentorship program last winter, Chamber executive director Susan Clovechok said there would potentially be a second round of the program if enough people express interest in being mentors and being mentored. To inquire about participating in a second round of the mentoring program, contact Clovechok at the Chamber by calling 250-342-2844 or emailing susan@cvchamber.ca.

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Cash injection supports brain Business license fees rise injury services Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com An $85,000 grant was recently accepted by the West Kootenay Brain Injury Association (WKBIA) to help offer services to clients in the East and West Kootenay regions. The East Kootenay region will receive an additional 51.5 hours weekly of direct service delivery; $3,700 is allocated for direct programming for members; $1,000 will go toward starting a new fund for Client Services that can be used to assist members with one-time emergency needs; and $3,000 will assist staff providing services to members in remote communities with travel costs. “The West Kootenay Brain Injury Association does vital work that improves the lives of people affected by brain injury,” Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett said in a recent press release. “This funding ensures the organization is able to maintain and expand the services it provides to clients in both East and West Kootenays, which makes a positive impact on our

communities.” In May, the B.C. government provided $3 million in funding over three years to the Brain Injury Alliance, which has distributed funding to organizations in two stages: $10,000 was provided to each of B.C.’s 16 community-based, non-profit brain injury service providers to help with operational costs during the first stage, and to help reduce the incidence of injury or directly help those affected by brain injuries in the second stage. Brain injury organizations in B.C. receive funding based on applications for programs specific to each community’s needs. “On behalf of the board, staff and all of WKBIA, we are excited about this opportunity to provide an exceptional level of service delivery to all of our members,” said Robyn Bogue, executive director of the West Kootenay Brain Injury Association, in the press release. “We extend our sincerest thanks to the provincial government, the Brain Injury Alliance and to our membership and families for the gift of walking with them on their recovery journey.”

It will cost a bit more to do business in Invermere starting next year, after the district’s council agreed to increase the fee for business licenses by $25 a year at its most recent meeting. Council agreed unanimously to the move, with little discussion at the Tuesday, November 10th meeting. Currently, business license fees are $75 per year to renew an existing business license and $100 for a new one — the increase will bump these rates to $100 a year to renew existing licenses and $125 for a new one. The increase stems from a district staff recommendation, which pointed out that the fees had not increased since 2007, and that periodic fee increases help keep pace with inflating administrative costs. The roughly 450 business licenses given out in Invermere each year (many of them for home-based businesses) mean the extra $25 per will add up in total to an additional $11,000 in revenue for the district in 2016.

Council notified about acute day care shortage The East Kootenay Child Care Task Force sent a letter to Invermere council, received at the November 10th meeting, outlining the results of its recent East Kootenay Child Care Needs Assessment (previously reported on in The Pioneer in “Valley faces pressing day care shortage”), which describes a shortage of day care space across the region, including the Upper Columbia Valley — a shortage acute enough that, in the report, it is called a crisis. “The supply of child care in each of these communities is not sufficiently balanced to meet the current or future child care needs of See A4

Regional District of East Kootenay PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - BYLAW 2646 Bylaw Amendment - Lyttle Lake

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Joyce Hutchinson and William Anderson to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the bylaw will change the zoning designation of the subject property from SH-4, Small Holding Rural (4 Hectare) Zone to SH-3, Small Holding Rural Zone to facilitate a subdivision of the property. The subject property is located at 3461 Crooked Tree Road in the Lyttle Lake area as shown on the attached map. Bylaw No. 2646 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 307, 2015 (Lyttle Lake / Hutchinson & Anderson)” will amend the designation of Lot A, District Lot 4596, Kootenay District, Plan 16749 from SH-4, Small Holding Rural (4 Hectare) Zone to SH-3, Small Holding Rural Zone. A public hearing will be held at: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort (Birch Room) 5225 Fairmont Resort Road Fairmont Hot Springs, BC Monday, November 23, 2015 at 4:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F and Electoral Area G. If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/ numbers shown below; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing. SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING All submissions will form part of the public record and will be published in a meeting agenda posted online. Personal contact information such as phone and email will be removed from written submissions. Questions about the disclosure of your personal information may be referred to the Corporate Officer at 250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250-489-0314, toll free at 1-888-478-7335, or email jterpsma@rdek.bc.ca.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Senior Operator (Water/Wastewater) The Regional District of East Kootenay is looking for a high energy individual excited about becoming a key member of our team; a team that is dedicated to providing quality local government services in an efficient, effective and friendly manner. Reporting to the Engineering Services Manager, the Senior Operator works out of the Columbia Valley office located just outside of Invermere and is responsible for supervising RDEK Operators and servicing of water and wastewater systems. Your qualifications include: • Progressive experience (minimum two years) maintaining water and wastewater utilities, preferably in a local government setting. • Supervisory and/or management experience. • Class I and II Water Treatment and Water Distribution Operator Certificates. • Class I and II Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificates. • British Columbia Driver’s Licence. • Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of water and sewer systems and applicable government regulations. • Excellent communication and organizational skills. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, developers, external agencies, staff, and the general public. The RDEK offers a great work environment and an attractive total compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits, a modified work week and learning opportunities. This is a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Union position with a starting salary of $5,104 per month ($33.65/hr) and a salary increase to $5,359 ($35.33/hr), after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. If you are interested in joining an organization with a reputation of being a great place to work, and you possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we invite you to submit a resume and cover letter, with references, no later than Friday, December 4, 2015 to: Lori Engler, Human Resources Manager Email: hr@rdek.bc.ca [MS Word format or PDF] Please quote: ENG-12 Visit our website (www.rdek.bc.ca) for the complete job description and information about the RDEK. We thank all who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The RDEK is committed to reducing our environmental impact so will run this competition as a paperless process. Please submit your application via email.

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Semenzin, Edward Patrick Born October 26th, 1926 in Blairmore, Alberta, Eddie passed away on Wednesday, November 4th. While Eddie had many jobs over his lifetime, he spent the majority of his career in a grocery store. Eddie met Judy, his wife of 50 years in Kimberley. After a brief time in Calgary, Eddie and Judy moved to Fairmont to open Eddie’s Fairmont Grocery, which served the community for many, many years. Eddie loved spending time with friends, family and his dogs. He will be missed by many special friends and family members whose lives he touched. Eddie’s memorial service will be held at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort in Spring 2016 (date to be determined). For further information or to RSVP, please email mbellas@fastleadership.com. If friends desire, memorial donations may be made to the Hospice Society of Columbia Valley, Box 925, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Condolences may be left for the family at www.markmemorial.com Mark Memorial Funeral Services in care of arrangements (250) 426-4864

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Mill worker transition underway Greg Amos Special to The Valley Echo On the final day of operations at Canal Flats’ Canfor sawmill, new numbers brought to the village’s council meeting are showing the impact of the shutdown on mill employees. Canfor numbers show that between May and now, a total of 53 workers (excluding those who accepted transfers to other Canfor mills in Radium Hot Springs or Elko) have been laid off. Health and dental benefits will continue for all workers for another six months. It’s unclear whether these numbers include those workers who chose to retire, said Mayor Ute Juras during the village’s November 9th council meeting, while just kilometres away, several employees were in the midst of their last shift at the mill. Four security watch positions have been created now that the mill is closed, she added. Canal Flats workers filled all the positions, in accordance with seniority. The positions involve two 12-hour shifts, and workers will rotate on a four days on, four days off basis. The positions are needed for 24

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better understand the strategies and ideas encountered. “It was fascinating that communiAfter attending a three-day eco- ties out there, which I would connomic development conference in sider successful players in terms of Victoria from October 26th to 28th, attracting economy, all had their key Councillor Karl Sterzer pitched the players there,” he said of the conferidea that Canal Flats' current strug- ence, which emphasized reputation gle with losing its primary industry management as an important part of attracting business. could come with a silver lining. “Your community is a mouse click “Although it's brutal, you have a once-in-a-100-year opportunity to away; you can be put out of the game make your community,” said Sterzer before the game even begins,” said of the Canfor mill closure, reflecting Sterzer of the importance of a municon knowledge he gleaned from the ipality having the right corporate atBC Economic Development Associa- titude and media image. “Revelstoke tion (BCEDA) workshop. Sterzer pro- is a great example. If you've noticed, duced a 28-page report for council to Revelstoke, in last 15 years, it has changed dramatically.” The BCEDA played a key BUSINESS from A3 role in Canmore and High River after severe flooding in families who reside in these areas,” the summer of 2013, Sterzer wrote Children First manager Mary Boyd noted, adding it’s an organiin the letter, adding “many employees in zation that can help Canal child care programs in the East KooteFlats specifically in the wake nay juggle work situations that are next of the mill closure. The conto impossible.” ference took a closer look at The letter was received in the correthe village by holding a workspondence for information, rather than shop on Canal Flats' chalcorrespondence for action, and generlenges, including a strengths, ated no discussion during the meeting. weaknesses, opportunities

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and threats (SWOT) analysis. The conference emphasized the importance of embracing local business. Taking advantage of a community's own natural assets is often more cost-effective than trying to compete with neighbouring communities, Sterzer noted. Water merging complete After the recent completion of a 12day water line flushing program, the Village of Canal Flats and its two newest subdivisions, Eagle's Nest and Painted Ridge, are now on the same water system. “Everyone is drinking the same water at this point,” said Councillor Paul Marcil, who chairs the village's Water System Upgrade Committee. He clarified that “the water is being used, but it’s still not potable. We're waiting for Interior Health to complete final testing for Eagle's Nest.” The villlage expected to have those sampling results by November 13th. All construction work for the merged water system project is expected to wrap up by November 24th. Work on a booster station and water lines have been taking place this month.

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What’s taking place in Syria is akin to the Armageddon movies that North Americans entertain themselves with when they want a break from their Starbucks decaf mocha frappuccino or the general peace and ordinariness in their lives, save for the occasional drive-by gang shooting, fatal car accident, illness or any number of tragic circumstances that lend to feelings of loss, grief and futility. Scenes of complete devastation unlike anything the Western world has to contend with are the norm for Syrians. Entire city blocks reduced to rubble; death, fear

and terror being the daily dose of reality for men, women and children who are forced to flee their mother country with nothing but hope for the future — that somewhere out there, someone is willing to help. Since the attacks on Paris last week, Canadian public reaction has surged in a number of different directions, trying to come to terms with ISIS and the threat it poses, which many fear will be heightened if Canada accepts 25,000 Syrian refugees by the end of the year. This was Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s election promise and, immediately after the Paris attacks as other countries around the world announced they were closing

their doors to protect their citizens, Canadians waited with baited breath to find out if this would still be the case — and it is. The humanitarian crisis is too great to ignore and be extending help to those fleeing from a type of terror the rest of us can only relate to through Hollywood films is setting an example to the rest of the world, that Canada will not be manipulated by the abhorrent, violent tactics of a sadistic group that relies on fear and divisiveness to promote its cause. The Canadian government is demonstrating idealism and bravery, and is asking that Canadians do the same. This war is not just one we send our Canadian soldiers to fight. We’re all in this together.

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s I write this MLA report, I can see that the host of incredible backcountry lodges, based right MLA EPORT E mountains are getting a good dose of snow, here in our mountain ranges. and reports from other communities are the same. The snowmobiling in our area is very well-orgaLots of snow, early in winter, would sure get us startnized and people from our communities work hard ed on what should be a very strong winter tourism to make sure that trails are maintained and that season here in the Columbia River–Revelstoke. the activity is as safe as possible. And many of the factors that made this last sumFor those who want a more relaxing time, there mer a good one for tourism will keep things going are a number of hot springs that are particularly through the winter. A low Canadian dollar keeps nice on a snowy evening. ORM Canadians travelling here, and entices Americans The provincial government’s role is to support and Europeans with incredible deals, but the bigtourism promotion and infrastructure as well as gest factor that brings tourists here is the tremenmaking investments in highway improvements so dous range of winter attractions in this region. tourists can get to our attractions safely and predictably. We have five destination ski resorts ranging from the familyWe need continued improvements to the TransCanada Highfriendly Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area to the massive vertical way and to Highway 93. We need top quality maintenance of all and deep powder of Revelstoke Mountain Resort. our highways, and I will continue to make sure this government We have half a dozen wonderful Nordic skiing centers with hears this message loud and clear. Tourism is very important groomed trails to match all levels of skiers. to all of our communities, so let’s hope for lots of snow and getCanadian heliskiing had its start in Columbia River–Revel- ting the winter season off to a strong start. stoke, with the iconic Bugaboo Lodge, which still attracts skiers Norm Macdonald is the NDP MLA for Columbia River Revfrom around the world. But there are now so many more world- elstoke. He can be reached by phone at 1-866-870-4188 and by class heliski operators, as well as cat skiing operations, and a email at norm.macdonald.mla@leg.bc.ca.

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Did you know there are more than 450 businesses in Invermere?

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“No, I did not.” Jolene Pollard

“I didn’t know that, but I’m glad to hear it. I have a business in the regional district, but it is licensed in Invermere. It’s one of the 450.”

“It makes sense to me.” Keith Erikson

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Lake foam — is it natural?

his fall, the Lake WinBeneath the URFACE dermere Ambassadors received inquiries from the public regarding foam on the shorelines of the lake. Most people were concerned that the build-up of bubbles was caused by something synthetic enEGAN tering the water by way of runoff and hence a serious concern for water quality and the health of the lake ecosystem. Our boat crew also noticed foam while we were doing aquatic plant surveys and zebra mussel larvae sampling on Lake Windermere in late September. Foam can be an indicator of pollution released from human-made products (like laundry detergents). However, it is also a naturally occurring phenomenon resulting from decomposing organic matter in the water, further amplified by windy days and turbulence on the water. So… how can you tell if it’s the “good” or “bad” stuff? There are a number of common signs to look for to help you determine if the foam you see on the lake surface or shoreline is natural or human-made. A little investigating (if you dare to stoop and give it a sniff!) should give you all the clues you need.

by product manufacturers; • appears white in colour.

Natural lake foam (congregation of bubbles generated when organic matter enters the lake through decaying plants and fallen leaves, as well as through living organisms): • has an earthy or ﬁshy smell; • accumulates in parallel streaks with wind currents; • is likely to build up in downwind beaches, coves, stream eddies, against docks, logs and other floating objects; • appears white, tan or brown in colour.

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Human-made or synthetic foam (from products like soap and detergents): • breaks down and dissipates quickly;

Lake foam accumulating on the shores of Lake Windermere can be both human-made and natural. Photo by Dan Osborne • is generally located within a small area near source, does not stand up well to disturbance; • tends to have a perfumed or sweet smell, added

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Upon further investigation, the Ambassadors determined that the lake foam of interest was natural and fortunately not likely to be indicative of a substance that could pose a danger to water quality. Thank you to everyone who called and wrote in to inquire about the suspect foam. Your attentiveness to the protection of our community’s shared homewaters is greatly appreciated by your neighbours and the Ambassadors! Keep up the good work. Beneath The Surface is based on the principle that there is often more to know than what is visible from the “surface” of an issue. If there is something that concerns you about the lake and you want to get to the “bottom of it,” call Lake Windermere Ambassadors program co-ordinator Megan Peloso at 250-3416898 or email info@lakeambassadors.ca and inspire the next column!

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Light Up returns as afternoon event

STEVE HUBRECHT steve@invermerevalleyecho.com The ever-popular Light Up event is back in Invermere this year with a new, more family-friendly time slot. The Light Up has long marked the start of the Christmas season here in the valley, with adults and kids alike eagerly anticipating the fun and games, the sight of the official Christmas trees being set aglow and, of course, the chance to meet Santa Claus. In past years, catching the event was an evening-only affair, occasionally leaving the littlest toddlers staying up a little past bed time in order to get some face time with Jolly Old St. Nick, so this year the Light Up has become an afternoon event. “It’s going to run all day so parents can come and experience everything at the Light Up and not have to worry about rushing home to bed, or about kids getting too cold,” said Invermere events co-ordinator Theresa Wood. This year’s edition of Light Up will run from 1 p.m. to about 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 21st, beginning with crafts, colouring, writing letters to Santa, a frozen-themed photo booth and performances by the Silver Strings ukelele band in Santa’s Den (which this year will be LIGHTING UP THE NIGHT — Each year the Light Up Santa Claus parade attract throngs of people who line up on either side of the main street in downtown Invermere to watch the creative floats located indoors, in the old Consign It store next to Cenotaph Park). go by. This year’s parade starts at 6 p.m. File photo by Nicole Trigg Photos with Santa will take place in the den from 3 to 5 p.m. Another new addition to Light Up will allow kids to try snowboard“It’s a really great event, and it has grown to be even better this year,” said Wood. ing all afternoon — without any snow — at the Burton Riglet Park, hosted by Local primary and elementary school students will be able to participate in a Panorama Mountain Resort just outside the Inside Edge store (across main street colouring contest at their schools in the lead-up to Light Up. The winner will get from Valley Foods). to ride in the parade and be a honourary parade judge. The Santa Claus Parade will start at 6 p.m., and will run from the Eddie Mountain Organizations wishing to register to be in the parade, or volunteers interested Memorial Arena to Pothole Park. Immediately after the parade will be the lighting in helping out with Light Up, can contact Wood at 250-688-9663 or by emailing of the official Light Up Christmas tree in Pothole Park. events@invermere.net.

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Breanne Massey breanne@invermerevalleyecho.com The Columbia Valley Rockies won 4-2 against the Fernie Ghostriders at the Fernie Memorial Arena on Friday, November 13th. “We did well,” said Rockies head coach Wade Dubielewicz. “We won in Fernie and that’s not a very easy place to go in and play because it’s a small rink with good fans. We were pretty composed.” Fernie Ghostriders players Evan Reid and Tayler Sincennes scored the first goal of the game with 14:00 left on the clock when the Rockies followed suit. Rockies players Colton Sandboe scored the team’s first goal during a power play with assists from DonoA Rockies player has his eye on the puck in the game against the Chase Heat at ven Quinten and Micheal Cardinal. “It was a 1-1 game going into the the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on November 14th. Photo by Breanne Massey third and we pretty much took over the third period, played the way we The Ghostriders were able to add another goal to the had to,” said Dubielewicz. scoreboard, but ultimately could not make a comeback. There was no scoring in the second, but the Rockies gained in the third with three goals made by Zachary Rockies lose home game Ross, Harrison Davies and Evan Traverse. The Rockies got off to a slow start on home ice last weekend against the Chase Heat at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Saturday, November 14th, and lost 4-1. “I think (this loss) was a combination of a few things,” said Rockies coach Wade Dubielewicz. “We’ve been on a pretty good run and we were bound to not have a good one, but at the end of the day, we weren’t ready to play and they just physically didn’t give us much of an opportunity to get back in the game.” The Chase Heat scored two goals during the first period. When there was less than three minutes left on the clock, Rockies athlete Micheal Cardinal scored the Junior B team’s first The Rockies goalie stays in position while watching the action behind his goal with an assist from Davin Burton. See A9 net against the Chase Heat on November 14th. Photo by Breanne Massey

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The Chase Heat then scored a goal during a power play in the second and scored their winning goal with less than five minutes left in the third. When asked if there was a lesson his team learned from the loss, Dubielewicz replied, “I sure hope so — I really do.” Dynamiters beat Rockies The Kimberley Dynamiters edged out the Columbia Valley Rockies 6-5 at the Canal Flats Arena on Sunday, November 15th. “We came out and had a great start,” said Dubielewicz. “We were able to get a lead, but couldn’t seem to hold onto it. Kimberley is a team that you have to play 60 minutes to beat and we didn’t quite do that.” Dynamiters athlete Keenan Haase scored the first goal of the game with assists from Eric Buckley and Sawyer Hunt. But the Rockies came back quickly, scoring a total of three goals before the end of the first thanks to Donoven Quintin, Nolan Menard and Nigel Swab. However, the Dynamiters gained three additional goals during the second. The Rockies nearly tied the game 4-4 during the third period when Ryan St. Jean scored a goal with assists from Quintin and Micheal Cardinal, but then the Dynamiters scored another goal, followed by yet another goal by the Rockies. Kimberley got the winning goal in the third with 0:01 seconds left on the clock. The next Rockies home game will be at the Eddie against the Golden Rockets at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, November 20th.

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McKay, George William “Bill” March 14, 1937 – November 4, 2015 Long-time Invermere resident George William “Bill” McKay passed away peacefully in care at Purdy Pavilion, UBC Hospital, Vancouver, on November 4, 2015. Bill was born in Trail, BC, to James “Jimmy” and Olive McKay, on 14 March, 1937, the youngest of four siblings. As a young adult he studied, lived, and worked in Vancouver before marrying in 1966 and spending a year working, skiing, and travelling in Europe. He then settled in the East Kootenay, living brieﬂy in Creston before moving to Kimberley, and then settling in Invermere in 1979. He was well-known as a Land Surveyor, sailor, golfer, and curler. Bill was predeceased in 2014 by his wife of 48 years, Carol Marie McKay (née Anderson). Bill is survived by daughter, Maria; siblings Diana, Stuart, and Tom; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service to be announced. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations appreciated to the Parkinson Society British Columbia.

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It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Amy Hickey on November 11th, 2015 at the age of 85 years. Amy was born on September 3, 1930 in Invermere, B.C. and enjoyed the entire span of her life in Edgewater surrounded by an extensive network of family and friends. After growing up in Edgewater, Amy ventured to Victoria and worked at the Empress Hotel, before returning to the Valley to marry the love of her life, Ray Hickey and begin her family. While raising her family, Amy worked at various jobs including tree planting and short order cook. Later she was a familiar face behind the counter at “Bob’s Food Mart” in Edgewater – her son’s store. Amy was an active member of the community her whole life, and participated in the Anglican Women’s Church Guild, the Edgewater Legion, and for many years her crafts and baking were sought after at the Edgewater Open Market. Amy baked her own bread her whole life until just a year before she moved to Columbia Gardens, and her grandchildren believe that nobody could ever compare when it came to her baking. When Amy ﬁnally moved out of the house that Ray built for her 60 years earlier, she was happy and content to be looked after by the amazing staﬀ at Columbia Gardens and then later in Ivy House where she passed away peacefully surrounded by her children. Amy was predeceased by her mother Catherine Carlson in 1985, by her husband, Ray Hickey in 1996, and by her brother, Robin Carlson in 2014. She is survived by her sisters, Betty Sawchuk and Patsy Clarke, and her brother Bobby Calcutt. Amy leaves behind her four children - Bob Hickey (Deb), Loreen Ruault (Bob), Terry Hickey (Kim), and Barbara Hascarl (Daryl), 11 Grandchildren – Michael Hickey, Cori Ruault, Julia Bergman, Brent Ruault, Kevin Smith, Chad Potter, Sarah Wallace, Kristin Parke, Jodi Lippert, Erin Hascarl, and William Hickey, and 18 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held for Amy on Saturday, November 21st at 4:00 pm at All Saints Anglican Church in Edgewater, followed by a tea at the Edgewater Legion Hall.

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2014 Caterpillar 522B Feller Buncher, 762 hours, full warranty, like new, asking $485,000. 2007 BWS Tri Hayrack, 80% rubber, 49’6” overall length, tri drive friendly, c/w all rigging, barely used, ex. cond., asking $30,000. Call 1(250)349-5415 A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200DMG. Huge freezers. Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Wanted:Will pay cash for construction equipment, backhoes, excavators, dozers, (farm tractors w/loaders)1985 or newer. Skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.

1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks.

Rentals Mobile Homes & Pads Mobile home lot for rent. Phone 250-342-9390.

Transportation

Cars - Domestic 2004 Buick Regal, fully loaded, excellent condition. Grandma owned and loved! 138,000 kms, $5,200 O.B.O. 250-342-9074.

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Serving the Valley OVERWINTERING PESTS!

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• Flies • Spiders • Rodents - we offer a pro-active approach to stop them COLD!

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

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

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Complete line of aggregate products for construction and landscaping Office:

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