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Backyard blues in Fieldstone Glen Residents upset by new road being created seven to nine feet from their back decks the road to be built through land assumed to belong to the district, but which in fact belongs to Heron Point.

This September, that error (and the consequent need for the road to be closer to Fieldstone Glen) “was as a surprise to all three parties (Fieldstone Glen, Highland Mews and Heron Point),” Evans told council.

“We have a 90-year old lady (in Fieldstone) and her back deck is all she has left...We didn’t realize how bad it

would be...these are our forever homes, and this is such an invasion...It’s just not right,” Fieldstone resident Linda Bradshaw told council.

Residents of the Fieldstone Glen neighbourhood in Invermere chief administrative officer, Andrew Invermere have been treated to an up-close view of the Young, outlined to council members that a number of new development going up next door since work began measures are being examined, including shifting the road in mid-September. But for many of them, it’s no treat at as much as possible within district land, looking at opall, and far too up-close for comfort: at least four of them tions for a narrower road, and protecting key “specimen” have watched over the past month as the grasstrees. He also noted that the developers had not lands, trees, and open space that once stretched done anything that they aren’t allowed to under behind their homes have become dust, dirt and the terms of the development permit granted by rumbling machines, in some cases, starting only Invermere. a few feet from their back decks.

Several Fieldstone residents suggested the A group of concerned Fieldstone Glen residistrict negotiate with Heron Point and Highdents presented their case to Invermere council land Mews to put the road where it was originally during its Tuesday, Oct. 12 meeting. Fieldstone intended to go, through what is now known to resident Judy Smith outlined the history of the be Heron Point land. issue, noting that the Fieldstone strata complex Young said that since “there appears to be was built nearly 30 years ago, that the District flexibility, at this point, from all three parties,” of Invermere has long had a service access rightsuch an idea was worth pursuing. A Heron Point of-way around the east and south ends of Fieldstrata council representative at the meeting constone, and that Fieldstone residents had protested firmed for Young that 75 per cent of Heron Point in late 2019 when the district granted a developowners would need to vote in favour of any land ment permit to Highland Mews, allowing a pubsale or disposal. On the topic of a stop-work orFieldstone Glen residents Victoria Gordon and Charleen Evans, standing on der until the matter can be resolved, which some lic road to be built where the right-of-way was.

Smith outlined how Fieldstone residents Gordon’s back deck, observe construction work happening that includes a new Fieldstone residents also suggested, Young said were shocked when work on Highland Mews be- public road being built seven feet from Gordon’s back deck. Several residents in “I think they (the Highland Mews developers) gan this September as the new public road in the Fieldstone recently presented to Invermere council, expressing concern about the should be allowed to continue to proceed with old right-of-way— 15A Crescent — was, in fact, proximity and seeking a resolution to the matter. the development,” noting they had entered into running much closer to Fieldstone than resitheir development agreement with Invermere in dents had thought it would. Smith noted that good faith. in four cases, the road is a mere seven to nine Invermere councillor Gerry Taft mentioned feet from Fieldstone residents’ back decks, and that he had been to the site, and “I was very added that multiple trees, lying just on the dissurprised to see the stakes (for the road) and trict’s side of the lot line and which otherwise just how close they are to the back decks...It is would have created some buffer between Fielda concern.” Taft thought that negotiating with stone and the road, have already been chopped Heron Point and Highland Mews to shift the down by contractors. new road as far east as possible was a good idea.

“We now need council to do whatever they “It makes a lot of logical sense to push that road can to put it right,” said Smith, adding that discloser to garbage bins and propane tanks rather trict planner Rory Hromadnik and other disthan trees and back decks...we need to do what trict staff have been very sympathetic to Fieldwe can,” he said. stone residents and are doing everything they “It’s important that all parties play a part can to help, but that in the interim construcin this, negotiate to come up with a solution,” tion work is proceeding, leaving Fieldstone ressaid Invermere mayor Al Miller, adding that the Fieldstone Glen resident Victoria Gordon writes her name on her back deck idents worried. district will do everything it can to “rectify the table, which she says has been constantly and repeatedly caked in dust since work Fieldstone resident Charleen Evans told situation in a proper manner.” on a new public road right next to her house began last month. council that the initial plan in 2019 called for Continued on page 12...

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• On Tuesday, Oct. 12 Columbia Valley RCMP received a report of mischief to a fence near the Chamber of Commerce office in Invermere. The fence had been spray painted with white graffiti sometime over the previous two days. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Columbia Valley RCMP. • On Wednesday, Oct. 13, a black 2016 Kawasaki Mule was reported stolen from the 11km mark of Kootenay Forest Service Road sometime between Oct. 8 and 12. At the time it was stolen, the UTV had B.C. license plate 13907X attached to it.

• On Wednesday, Oct. 13, at about 10:30 p.m., emergency crews responded to a two vehicle commercial transport truck collision on Highway 95 near Edgewater.

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brake in time was issued a violation ticket for following too closely.

• On Wednesday, Oct. 13, at about 11 p.m., a suspicious male was reported in a parking lot on Copper Road in Invermere.

The male, who was dressed in dark clothing, fled from the parking lot in a white pickup truck prior to police arrival. While searching the parking lot, the investigating officer discovered a hole had been drilled into the fuel tank of a Ford F150 in an apparent attempt to steal fuel from the truck.

• On Thursday, Oct. 14, at about 6:45 p.m., emergency crews responded to a single vehicle collision on Columbia River Road in Fairmont Hot Springs.

The driver of a Jeep Patriot failed to negotiate a curve in the road and went off-road right and down an embankment. The driver and passenger suffered minor injuries.

The driver was issued a violation ticket for driving without due care and attention.

• On Saturday, Oct. 16 at 8:20 a.m., the driver of a Jeep Patriot was stopped for speeding on Highway 95 north of Radium Hot Springs. While speaking to the new driver, the officer formed suspicion that the driver had alcohol in her body and read a roadside breath demand. The driver complied with the demand and blew two “Warns.” As a result, the driver was issued a 3-day immediate roadside driving prohibition and a violation ticket for speeding.

Fatal collision under investigation in Kootenay National Park

By Pioneer Staff info@columbiavalleypioneer.com An accident involving a passenger car and a commercial vehicle occurred on the morning of Oct. 13 near Numa Falls in Kootenay National Park.

RCMP and other emergency personnel on the scene confirmed the death of the passenger vehicle’s driver, a 79-year-old man. First responders at the scene of the accident gave first aid to one other passenger, who was then transported to hospital, and whose injuries were not

life-threatening, according to a press release from the Columbia Valley RCMP. An investigation is still ongoing to determine the cause of the collision. The B.C. Coroners Service is investigating to determine the cause of death in the fatal accident.

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Charlton told the Pioneer his choosThe Regional District of East Koote- es bikes as his avenue to give back to the nay (RDEK) has named Doug Charlton community for several reasons. “First of volunteer for the year for RDEK Area F. all, seeing all these bikes that can be made Charlton was awarded the honour usable sitting in the metal pile in the dump for the work strikes me as he’s done with a big waste. his unregistered They just need nonprofit Bike It an old guy Forward, which like me with a sees Charlton bunch of tools repair and reand a bit of furbish old, untime to resurwanted bicycles rect them, so in his backyard I do,” he told shop and then the Pioneer. hand them out “Then, there’s to kids in need the feeling I of a new bike: have that evbe they local ery kid on the kids here in the planet needs a Columbia Valbike. They’re ley, refugees and so much fun, other migrants they’re so new to Canada, healthy, and or children livthey give kids ing in Canada’s a sense of far north. freedom and RDEK Area F volunteer of the year Doug Charl“It’s a great a sense of inton with RDEK Area F director Susan Clovechok. honour to be clusion...I’m Submitted photo named volunpretty thrilled teer of the year. I when I see a have great respect for all the people who kid take off on a bike I fixed. They’re so have been given the award in the past, and alive. That’s all the reward I need.”

I’m honoured to be included with them,” Charlton thanked the individuals, Charlton told the Pioneer. groups and businesses, including the valBike It Forward began several years ley’s cycling and sports stores, for the help ago, when Charlton started fixing up they gave him, and thanked those who bikes and sending them to Nunavut as helped him with deliveries, pickups, repart of the Polar Bike Program. Charlton pairs and rebuilding of bikes, donations of has since expanded his reach by partner- bikes, parts and money. ing with various government agencies, “Doug is an inspiration. His boundlocal nonprofits, and the Mosaic Refugee less energy and desire to help those in Health Clinic in Calgary. So far, Charlton need are infectious. With volunteers like has given out 430 bikes this year, and he him calling the Columbia Valley home, I figures he may hit 500 by year’s end. know that we are in a good place,” said The bikes come from individual do- RDEK Area F director Susan Clovechok nations or are salvaged by Charlton from in a press release. the ‘Windermere Walmart’ (the section of

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Emily Jane Walker in the doorway of a log home, built in 1935, located on Ben Creek Junction westside Road South of Invermere.

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By Camille Aubin camille@columbiavalleypioneer.com This week is Small Business Week in Canada, an opportunity to recognize and support the many small and medium-sized businesses in our communities.

According to the Business Development Bank of Canada (BCDC), there are more than 1.2 million small and medium-sized businesses in our country, of which 15 per cent started here in B.C. Did you know that small and medium-sized businesses contribute 54 per cent of Canada’s gross domestic product? Nine in 10 Canadians in the private sector work in small companies; that’s more than 10.9 million people!

The Columbia Valley communities wouldn’t be the same without their many small businesses. Businesses provide jobs.

They’re where we go when we want to be entertained, eat great locally produced food, drink coffee and buy clothes. A small business is the person that jumps in early in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to sew face masks. It’s the new family-run business that recently pushed its dream into reality.

Spending your money in a small business in our region is investing in the future of our communities. Without jobs and services, who would remain here?

In a recent statement, Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau said, “We recognize that the past year and a half have been difficult for small businesses, their owners, and their employees. Small businesses across the country were asked to make countless sacrifices to protect the health and safety of people and communities. Through it all, they have shown incredible courage and resilience, and an unprecedented ability to adapt and innovate. And while some businesses have now reopened their doors, many still need support as they continue to grapple with the impacts of the pandemic.”

The pandemic had, and still is having, an enormous impact on companies, but that’s not all. The current gas prices haven’t helped anyone recover from the crisis, and in fact, are hurting businesses small and large by driving up shipping and delivery costs. Many Canadian companies now face surging inflationary pressure at a time when they are still struggling to overcome the hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Re: Protecting the bears a lot of people leave their garbage containers outside “locked” and assume their garbage is secured.

Dear Editor:

Further to last week’s editorial ‘Protecting the bears,’ I thought I’d pass on an important obJohn Pitcher, Invermere servation on Invermere’s garbage containers.

Like most people, I think, I assumed the new garbage containers stayed locked once the lock was engaged and consequently were somewhat bearproof. However, I recently discovered that if you tip the locked containers upside down, the lock automatically disengages, and the garbage falls out. This makes sense, I guess, since that’s how the bins are emptied into the garbage truck. I’m sure it doesn’t take a hungry bear long to figure this out either.

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October 21, 2021

RDEK names lifelong Edgewater volunteer as Area G volunteer of the year

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“I had never even thought of the possibility (of being named Area G volunteer The RDEK has named a lifelong of the year), so I was quite surprised,” Edgewater volunteer Phyllis Wikman Christensen told the Pioneer. “It’s a funny Christensen as its Area G volunteer of the thing. My mom became a volunteer here year. as soon as we moved to Edgewater when Christensen was awarded Area G vol- I was nine. Often in those days, women unteer of the year for a decades-long list of took their kids with them when they did extensive volunteer volunteer work, services in Edgewaand that’s what ter. This list is alshe did with us. most impossible to So I guess you summarize briefly, could say I just and includes work sort of grew up with the Edgewawith it. I love ter United Church the community I Women’s evening live in, and I like circle, as a 4H Club helping out as leader, serving on much as I can.” the board of the Christensen Edgewater Comattended Edgemunity Hall (which water elemenincluded extensive tary and then and tireless efforts, Edgewater high both fundraising school, before and physical, to renchoosing to raise Area G volunteer of year Phyllis Christensen ovate the hall as well her own famiwith RDEK Area G director Gerry Wilkie. as setting up “The ly of six in the

Siubmitted photo Base” youth centre community. She in the hall basement), the Edgewater par- thanked the many members of the Edgeents’ advisory committee (PAC), which water community who have enriched her she helped form and of which she was life, and told the Pioneer she can’t imagine the first chair. She also has acted as (and living anywhere else. continues to act as) secretary to the Edge“Phyllis’s long running volunteer conwater Seniors, was a Brownie and Girl tributions have truly built up the commuGuide leader, was part of the first board nity of Edgewater. Thank you for all you of the Steamboat Mountain Music Society do Phyllis, this is a well deserved award,” (she was vendor convenor for the event), said RDEK Area G director Gerry Wilkie and is secretary of the Edgewater Radium in a press release.

By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com

Chief tells Ktnuaxa Creation Story virtual platform and seemingly bringing the story’s characters to life in one’s very own living room.

On Thursday, He began by Oct. 14, –a“am sharing a photoChief Joe Pierre graph of himself at virtually shared the five-years-old sitKtunaxa Creation ting with his sister Story with the and (step)grandfaworld. The event ther. Showcasing was organized by the importance of JCI Kootenay in family in Indigethe hopes of bringnous culture, he ing the community shared his love for together and sharChief Joe Pierre shares the Ktunaxa Cre- his elders, related ing a traditional ation story with 333 virtual listeners on Oct. or not, by fondpiece of Indige- 14. remembering Photo by Haley Grinder ly nous oral culture. when him and his Pamela Currie, training director sister could listen to their stories firsthand. at JCI Kootenay, introduced Chief Joe Pierre, as “a community icon and brilliant Continued on page 16... storyteller.” His grounded demeanor was warm and welcoming, transcending the

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The Toby Creek Nordic Ski club is hosting its AGM on November 4th, 2021 at the Columbia Valley Centre in Invermere.

Doors open at 7, meeting starts at 7:30pm.

In accordance with BC health regulations, masks and vaccine passports are required. A zoom link is available for those who prefer virtual, please email whiteway@tobycreeknordic.ca for link. Capacity capped at 125, first come first served.

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ANTICIPATORY GRIEF Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is offering a NEW Anticipatory Grief Training.

According to Statistics Canada, nearly half of Canadians 15 years or older have taken care of a family member or a friend with a health condition or terminal illness. Providing care while holding down other responsibilities can take a toll.

October 21, 2021

Shred Sisters pay tribute to departed coach

Recently relocated Invermere resident played pivoted role in local women’s mountain biking scene Wright had a trademark playful riding style and could “find the smallest features in any trail, and make the most of it. Even on a green [trail], she’s having a blast.”

For the past six years, the Shred Sisters, a dedicatWright, when contacted by the Pioneer, was chared women’s mountain biking business, has been rolling acteristically modest about her reputation in the local in Invermere as well as in other mountain towns in the biking community and the legacy she leaves behind for Kootenay region and the Rockies. The sisters are still female riders here, saying she was simply doing what she wheeling strong here in the Columbia Valley this fall, but could to help women in the sport. something is missing from the spin: longtime Columbia Wright initially moved west to the valley in 1997.

Valley coach Becca Wright.

“It’s the classic story: I’ll go for one winter. And then, all Golden resident Audrey Duval began the Shred Sister of a sudden, a life began. The longer I stayed, the more it business back in 2015, and felt like home,” Wright told Wright had been her Inverthe Pioneer. She met her fumere-based coach since the ture husband Byron Grey in beginning. Wright and her 1998, when both worked at partner Byron Grey moved the Panorama Mountain Refrom the valley to Vancouver sort ski school. “We’re not Island earlier this fall, and the only couple to come out while the Shred Sister are out of that ski school. We joke it ripping the local bike trails was the ski school of love,” just as much as they ever did, says Wright. they are extending heartWorking as a ski instrucfelt thanks to their departed tor left summers open, reccoach for more than a half reationally speaking, and a decade of spinning spokes friend got Wright hooked on and good times. mountain biking. “It pushed Duval told the Pioneer me out of my comfort zone, that women’s mountain bikand I was intrigued. In 2001 ing has grown steadily in the I bought my own bike and, Columbia Valley during the well, the rest is history,” she past five or six years, and said says.

Wright has been instrumenAround the same time, tal in that.

Wright began working full “Becca is amazing. She time as a teacher in the lois an incredible resource and cal school district, ultimatea great facilitator. She’s so ly spending two decades at Becca Wright was the Shred Sisters’ Columbia Valley both David Thompson Secpassionate about biking, and she explains things so well. coach for six years before moving to Vancouver Island this ondary School (DTSS) and Submitted photo the Open Doors Alternative You can tell she just loves past July to teach. It’s no surprise she Education school, teaching works in education, but it comes through just as much an impressive number of subjects: math, phys ed, learnin the mountain biking sessions...She brings so much en- ing assistance, leadership, English, social studies, psyergy to each session,” says Shred Sister Columbia Valley chology, library, and the graduate transition program. “I coach Lindsay Glassford, who mentored under Wright really enjoy sharing knowledge, and I like new challenges and has, since Wright left, taken over the local Shred Sis- — that’s why I taught so many different subjects — and ters coach’s role.

I like how raw and real high school students can be,” said “She helped me so much as a coach, and as a person. Wright.

It’s a loss for the women’s mountain biking communiHer love of sharing knowledge found an outlet on ty here to have her gone. Of course, we wish her well, the bike trails, as well as in her classrooms. but she is certainly missed,” continues Glassford, adding Continued on page 9...

By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com

Many experience Anticipatory Grief without knowing it, and few understand what it is and the impact it has on caregivers.

The Hospice Society is offering a FREE Anticipatory Grief course on October 23rd and 24th, 2021 from 9 am to 4 pm at the Lions’ Hall in Invermere for any members of the community.

Pre-registration is required by October 22nd.

Please contact Hospice’s office at 778-526-5143 or drop in the office at #103- 926-7 Avenue Invermere.

www.hospicesocietycv.com Just a reminder… The classified deadline is 12 noon Friday.

Resource, Development & Advocacy

2021 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 10 am The AGM will be held virtually.

Please email: Panorama.Foundation@panoramaresort.com for meeting information or for funding applications.

Virtual Special General Meeting November 2nd, 7 pm via Zoom

To amend the bylaws as follows: “To own and develop other property including but not limited to residential and commercial real estate which supports affordable housing initiatives or allows the society to further its goals.”

Those members wishing to attend please register by emailing pcope@fdx.family.

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day, in everything.”

It’s a topic Wright not just practically, as a coach, but also academically: for her “I really like to spread the stoke. So many people did that for me when I started Masters’ of Education degree she studied how and why adolescent girls drop out of biking, and I wanted to do it for others,” she said. athletics in much greater numbers than boys. “Girls participate at equal levels (as boys) Wright’s burgeoning interest in mountain biking until they are about 12 or 13 years old. And then it led her to become involved with the local trail builddrops off significantly. I was curious as to why that ing community, and later from 2003 to 2006, she is,” Wright told the Pioneer. “It was rewarding to and Grey ran a mountain bike ‘school’ based out of study and has helped me a lot, not just at school, but Panorama. She particularly enjoyed the school’s kids in life generally.” rides, during which she gave many valley youngsters She added there was a silver lining to her study: their first true taste of the flow and fun inherent in a noticeable trend of women returning to athletics in mountain biking. In 2009 she and Grey bought the their 20s. “And a lot of times getting that to occur Bicycle Works bike shop, which the couple operated is simply a matter of, let’s get the confidence back for nearly a decade, both as a downtown storefront up, and then the skills can develop. In that respect, business and for several years as a mobile business. It women’s-only environments can be helpful, because was through Bicycle Works that Wright met Duval. there’s less self-censorship from the women particiDuval had already established Shred Sisters in Canpating. They’re more willing to be vulnerable in terms more and Golden and was looking to expand by hirof their learning.” ing coaches in other Kootenay and Rockies comWright moved to the Comox Valley-Campmunities. The pair went for a bike ride together, bell River area of Vancouver Island this past July, got along well, and just like that Wright became a relocation that wasn’t easy (“I haven’t yet taken the Shred Sisters’ Columbia Valley coach. both feet out of the valley,” she says), but was necCoaching for Shred Sisters was a perfect balessary for her partner Grey, who is closer to famance to teaching full time and helping run a busiily and has found much better opportunities for ness, Wright told the Pioneer. “I could be a little year-round employment there, and which offered be more myself, a little more personal as a coach, Wright the chance to develop even more profesthan I could in a classroom or in the shop,” she sionally in a larger school district. says. “And it was great to be in a women-specif“Giving up what we had in Invermere was ic environment, where I could help women gain hard. Especially the Shred Sisters. It was pure the confidence they sometimes are missing, to joy. Even when I was dog tired after a difficult help them reach their potential on a mountain day in the classroom, I was always excited to get bike. It’s not just confidence in that particular out on the trail with the sisters in the evening,” sport either, it’s confidence in themselves genersaid Wright. “I truly love the valley. It’s a beautially. Women occasionally get so busy, doing evful place. It’s where I found myself as an adult. I erything for their families, and working on top love the people there. I love the geographical hug of that. If you can give them one little boost of the Rocky Mountain Trench provides. It’ll never Becca Wright (second from left) played a pivotal role in developing women’s leave my soul, ever.” self-belief on a bike, sometimes you can see that Submitted photo transfer beyond biking. Their well gets fuller all mountain biking in the Columbia Valley Continued ‘Shred Sisters’ from page 8...

Village of Radium Hot Springs

ZONING BYLAW

UPDATE

The Village of Radium Hot Springs is in the process of updating its Zoning Bylaw and we want to hear from you!

What Is A Zoning Bylaw?

Community Survey

A Zoning Bylaw is a set of specific rules that regulate how land can be used and what can be built. The Zoning Bylaw is made up of two parts – the zoning map and regulations. The map divides the community into different zones and the regulations identify what uses are permitted in each zone, as well as the rules that buildings and structures must adhere to such as height, setbacks, and density.

An online community survey is live!

We encourage you to participate to share your thoughts on key zoning issues within our community and how we can make the Bylaw more user friendly. The survey end date has been extended to October 25th, 2021.

To participate, visit: ca.research.net/r/RadiumZoningBylawSurvey

In-Person Open House Postponed The Village’s Zoning Bylaw In-Person Open House scheduled for October 21st, 2021 has been postponed until February/March 2022. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you next year.

If you have any questions, please contact the Village office at 250-347-6455.

Paper copies of the survey are also available at the Village office (4836 Radium Blvd).

Your input is important in helping to shape the community where we live, work and play!

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We are even more excited about all the new initiatives happening this year. Our volunteers have been busy behind the scenes developing the new Tri-Area Pass.

This new pass provides you with unlimited access to the 80km+ of groomed cross country ski trails in the Columbia Valley! We have teamed up with Nipika Mountain Resort and Panorama Mountain Resort to make this dream a reality.

Every year we get inquiries about adult cross country ski programs. We heard you and we are thrilled to be offering three adult ski programs this year. The three programs will be directed at various experience levels and have limited spots available.

1. Introductory Group: Tuesday’s 6-8 pm and Sundays 11 am from January to early March This beginner program is for those who are either relativeBU ly new to Nordic skiing, just getting back into it, or want to SI NE build up their confidence and skills. There will be an emSS phasis on both classic and skate skiing techniques ES such as safe down and uphill skiing, basic ski OF care and waxing. The coaches will help TH you build confidence so you can ski EW longer with less effort all while EE having a great time!

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2. Intermediate Mornings: Thursdays from 10:30 am to 1 pm from January to February These sessions are great for the intermediate skier that wants to fine tune their skills to be more efficient and improve their confidence in tackling some of the more challenging trails around the valley.

3. Advanced Program: Tuesdays from 6 to 8 pm and Sundays at 11 am from October (dryland) to March This Masters program is for those intermediate to advanced skiers who are looking to train and ski at a higher level; whether your goal is to just ski at a higher level, compete successfully as adult masters’ skiers at local Loppet’s or looking at getting your CANSI certification. There is an emphasis on principles of fitness for higher level Nordic skiing, ski selection, prep and waxing, and some competitive strategy introduction for those preparing for their first Loppet race.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING?

Saturdays

• 12 noon - 4 pm: Canal Flats Market, Come check out the diverse artisans and producers at this Mixed Market in Canal Flats, every Saturday! Located at 9110 Highway 93/95.

• 4-8 pm: Pub Grub at the Invermere Legion, Every Friday and Saturday, Wings & Things, Pub Grub in the Branch.

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Sundays

Thursday, October 21

Wednesday, October 27

• 10 am - 2 pm: Take me outside week: Environmental and Climate Change Education. We’re excited to offer a live inspirational talk and Q&A with Dr. Jane Goodall. Register at cbeen.ca • 11 am - 1 pm: Online Business Networking Skills for Success. Now is the perfect time to assess your network and increase your connections so your business is well poised to benefit as our economy gradually reopens. www. smallbusinessbc.ca • 12 -1:30 pm: Webinar: Nature as a Climate Solution. Join WildSight Invermere + Friends for a free, fascinating webinar on Nature Based Climate Solutions! www.wildsight.ca • 7:30 - 8:30 pm: Read Local Book Club: Waiting for the Cyclone by Leesa Dean via Zoom. We’ll meet on Zoom to discuss the book and then Leesa Dean will join us for a Q&A. kootenaylibrariesprograming@gmail.com

•1 - 2 pm: FREE Starting a Business Info Session. Phone in with Women’s Enterprise Network. If you think you are ready to start a business, we encourage you to participate in one of our FREE phone-in Starting Your Business Information Sessions. www.womensenterprise.ca

Friday, October 22 • 8 pm: Columbia Valley Rockies v Beaver Valley. Online. Watch from home as the Rockies play away. Register at www.hockeytv.co

Sunday, October 24 • 11 am - 5 pm. Corn Maze at Columbia Wetlands Outpost. Today is your last chance to visit the maze. Tickets at the door. For info: facebook.com/ColumbiaWetlandsOutpost/

Monday, October 25 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm: Memoir & Biography: Sharon Wass + Maureen Thorpe.

Pynelogs Cultural Centre. What inspires them, how many forms can a memoir take, how does autobiography appear in fiction, how might you tell your own story for posterity… Contact Columbia Valley Arts for details.

Tuesday, October 26 • 7- 8 pm: Columbia Valley Greenways AGM, Radium Hot Springs Centre. Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to get ahead of the competition? Learn what you need to run a successful business.

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• On Sundays and Mondays, the Rotary Club or Kinsmen Club collects refundable bottles and cans at the Invermere Transfer Station! We sort and deliver for refund - this money goes “right back into the community” through our Projects and Initiatives!!

• 1-5 pm: See You Next Sundays in Taynton Bay (weather permitting) Invermere’s LOCAL MOTIVE EVENTS will be hosting live dj’s from a private venue in Taynton bay. All are welcome to join by your choice of Stand up Paddle, canoe or kayak, boat, floaty or even water wings.

Ongoing Events

Mondays

Thursdays • 9 am: Thrift Store donation Drop Off. • 10 am: Parent and Tot Connect. Family Dynamix will be running an indoor Parent and Tot Connect program for children ages 0-6, starting September 21st. Pre Registration is required, contact Contact mferster@fdx.family or text 250-341-8678.

• 3 pm: Youth Drop-In Fun. The Summit Youth Hub is back open for FREE after-school fun! Grades 7-12 are invited to come for free food, safe hang out areas, Friday skate nights, virtual reality, gaming computers and our music room! MASKS ARE MANDATORY.

Fridays

• 10:30 am: Story Time with the Invermere Public Library. Story time will take place outside the library on the front lawn while the weather is nice! Join us for stories, songs and a take-home craft!

• Wing Day at the Edgewater Legion. Every Friday is Wing Day at the Edgewater Legion! 12pm Take Out, 5pm Dine In! www.facebook.com/RCL199 or call 250-347-9725 • 4-8 pm: Pub Grub at the Invermere Legion, Every Friday and Saturday, Wings & Things, Pub Grub in the Branch.

• 5 pm: Magic the Gathering, Come for Friday Night Magic & play Magic the Gathering! 5:30 pm start. Entry: $10-40 depending on format. Call 342-3440 for details. No registration required, but space is limited. Ages 10+.

• 6 pm Rotary Community Bingo. Must be 19+ to play. Online live bingo games with the purpose to raise money for various community charities, organizations and businesses who have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. Choose to support a local Rotary Club with your ticket purchase!

• 7:30 pm: Beer League Hockey, Canal Flats. If you are interested in participating in a non-contact BEER league season please send us an email at badgershockey2019@gmail.com and we can fill you in on the details. Carpooling from Invermere available.

• 10:30 am: Rhyme Time. If you are a parent or caregiver of a child under 2 years old, come and learn some fun songs, rhymes and stories with us! Email skalesnikoff@cbal.org for the Zoom link.

• 11:45 am - 1 pm: Indoor Walking. Weekly indoor walking inside of the Columbia Valley Centre will resume every Monday and Wednesday from 11:45am to 1pm. Please wear clean indoor shoes. A mask is required.

• 6 - 9 pm LGBTQ+ and Allies Youth Group. LGBTQ+ and Allies are invited to attend the Summit Youth Hub’s weekly drop-in for youth. Every Monday, ages 12-18. Snacks + a safe space!

Tuesdays

• 10 am: Parent and Tot Connect. Family Dynamix will be running an indoor Parent and Tot Connect program for children ages 0-6, starting September 21st. Pre Registration is required, contact Contact mferster@fdx.family or text 250-341-8678 • 6-10 pm:Youth/Teen Drop in Fun - Invermere. NEW this year, the Summit Youth Hub is taking our youth centre on the road to Edgewater and Canal Flats!

We will be bringing our mobile skate park, BBQ, tunes and so much more! This is where you can pick up your Summer Snack Pack too!

Wednesdays

• 10:30-11:30 am: Family Dynamix hosts a Catch-up Cafe for the Columbia Valley every Wednesday morning on ZOOM for those isolated and unable to get out as much because of Covid 19.Tricia at patkin@familydynamix.ca • 4-5 pm: Sparks and Brownies For girls 5-7yrs. Meeting at Spiderweb park (west of the Invermere hospital) • 6 pm: Drop in Utimate Frisbee. JA Laird Sports Field. $20 registration fee for the season. Please bring cash or transfer to justin@justinkeitch.com • 6-8 pm Legion Legend Wednesday Dinners. Reservation by Saturday

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October 21, 2021 Little Badgers enjoying the new community garden.

Photo by Evelyn Walker

Public Notice As part of Canfor’s Forest Stewardship Council Certification and Sustainable Forest Management Plan, the public is invited to comment on the 2021 wildfire salvage forest development proposals in the areas listed below.

Forest license A19040 Wasa/elko/cranbrook Area Area landscape unit/ location Mt. Bill Nye Wildfire, Wasa area C29/Wildhorse-Steeples Plumbob Wildfire, West Kookanusa area C10/Bloom-Caven Contact Paul Picard, RPF @ 250-402-3681 or email at paul.picard@canfor.com

Forest license A18978 canal Flats Area landscape unit/ location Dry Creek North Wildfire, Kootenay River Area I11 / Kootenay Contact Brian Feeney, RFT @ 250-347-6655 or email at brian.feeney@canfor.com

Please contact the appropriate Planner at the numbers listed above to arrange a mutually agreeable time to review the plans. Comments received by Oct 31, 2021 will be considered in the planning and harvesting phases.

Akisqnuk Community continues combining nature and learning

By Haley Grinder Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Eva Joseph Learning and Cultural Society (EJLCS) installed a new community garden this month. The garden is a way to increase a sense of community, while also providing a wonderful additional outdoor-learning opportunity for children attending the Little Badger Early Learning Programs.

The philosophy at Little Badgers operates on a belief that children are not only our future but also avid learners of life at a very early age. They are given the same respect, happiness, freedom, and protection that adults come to expect, and flourish because of it.

Evelyn Walker, teacher at Little Badgers Early Learning Program, says the concept of a community garden has been in the works for a couple of years, however it required funding for completion. With the support of the Akisqnuk Chief and council, EJLCS acquired a Land‐Based Capital Outdoor Early Learning Play Spaces grant to build the garden and new playground for children of the Little Badger Early Learning Programs.

“The garden boxes are placed in a circle to represent the medicine wheel, and we really tried to focus on creating a garden that would bring community together,” says Walker, emphasizing the importance of learning from nature.

“The program has an outdoor classroom and surrounding fields to explore, and the team of educators does their best to bring nature into their classrooms.”

EJLCS, located on the Akisqnuk reserve in Windermere, had help constructContinued ‘backyard’ from page 3...

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The Pioneer visited the site the day after the council meeting. During the visit, Fieldstone residents demonstrated the distance between the road and their back decks, and explained how dust and dirt had caked some of these decks, despite commendable efforts by the workers to spray water to keep dust down.

In particular, residents noted the deck of Victoria Gordon, the 90-year old lady mentioned at the council meeting. The southeast corner of Gordon’s deck is barely more than a metre from the fencing around the development.

“She just loves her deck...this is her life,” Bradshaw told the Pioneer, then

ing the garden from Mac-Neil Landscaping, whose team made it a priority not only to bring a vision to life, but also to explain their work to the children at Little Badgers in a patient and kind way.

Walker says, “the garden consists of a grassy area open for picnicking and games, a dirt exploration plot, a home for the Teepee that was gifted to the EJLCS, a fire pit for community gatherings, and several raised beds. Finishing touches such as signage in Ktunaxa, a traditional plant garden, wooden Teepees for beans and peas, a fire pit, garden shed, and greenhouse will be added to the Garden by spring.” She adds that the garden will be given a new name by the Ktunaxa elders in the future.

There will also be an opening celebration in the spring, along with the creation of a committee for planting plans. The goal is to have the 2022 growing season a community initiative, with the food grown from the garden being available for all members to harvest alongside the Little Badgers.

Walker, along with the rest of the team at Little Badgers Early Learning Program is excited for what the future holds for both the children and the community.

“This collaboration will allow the children at Little Badgers to connect to the Akisqnuk community and the earth as well as learn important skills,” she says. “Not only will we be able to experience the joy of getting dirty, we will also be working on our fine motor skills, our patience as we wait for our plants to grow, responsibility as we take on watering and weeding the beds as well as many opportunities to explore the science behind a garden!” pointed out a spot, on district land, behind her own house where a 25-yearold apple trees had stood until just a few weeks prior, noting “this will be 15A Crescent.”

“The depreciation in property (value) is going to be tremendous with the road so close,” added Bradshaw. “It would have been nice if council had asked for a proper, more detailed survey of where the road would actually go, before it was discussed and passed [by council] back in 2019. But we don’t want to point fingers. We’re not out to lay blame. Whatever mistakes were made, were made honestly. We just want some kind of resolution we can live with.”

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HOCKEY MINUTE Submitted It was a hockey filled weekend for the Windermere Valley Minor Hockey Association. The U13 Rec Team (PeeWee for us Oldtimers) played three games, winning two and losing one. Scores for the U13 Rec were: WVMH 2 vs Kimberley Dev. 9, WVMH 6 vs. Cranbrook Rec 4 and WVMH 11 vs. Fernie Rec 3. The all Girls Forward line was strong, especially in the Fernie game. Both Ryan Leth and Isaac Stimming were stellar in goal and made some phenomenal saves in all three games. The defence was strong, and the forwards rushed with determination, speed and focus.

The WVMH U11 (Atoms) played in the tiering tournament in the Elk Valley. The team beat Golden 5-3 and beat Cranbrook B 10-0. They then lost to the Cranbrook U13 Female team (older) 102. Hudson LaPointe scored a Hat Trick in the Golden game, with Luke Cropley and Nash Dubois scoring the other two goals.

In the Cranbrook game, Jack Gramlich scored two, Hudson another Hat Trick, Jack Joy one, Nicholas Buttle one, Nash one, Charlie Breau one and Jack Hildes one.

The WVMH U13 Rep Team played in Cranbrook, where they met a combined Kimberley/Cranbrook team in their first two games. This is a team that they beat in a close game last week in Invermere. The first game ended in a tie 4-4.

Lewis Turgeon scored his first goal of the season, while Chayton Martin scored on a deflection of a pass by Gage Nyu-

Supporting your Climate Resilience Program

li. Ryker Chasse and Cooper Cote scored the other two goals. In the last minute of play, Gage was hit from behind and has a cracked wrist, putting him out for the next couple of weeks. Tyler McGowan then switched from forward to play defence in the next two games. The second game was just as close, with the final score WVMH 3-Kimberley/Cranbrook 3. The team made excellent passes, including ones back to the defence. Jake Gramlich and Jordan Maville scored the first two goals, but the Rockies were behind with 28 secondes to go. They pulled their goalie, and Jordan scored to tie the game. The third game wasn’t as exciting, with the final being WVMH 8-Fernie 2. Ryker scored on a power play, Cooper added two (one right from the face-off), Tobin Donahue, Jordan also scored two times, with one after an excellent pass from Memphis, Memphis Martin, and Jake. Sophia Bacon and Myan Twogood were the goalies who made excellent saves all weekend.

The WVMH U18 (Midgets) played in a local tournament. Their first game was against Summerland, whom they beat 4-1. Goals were scored by Carson Jefferson, Leif Dubreuil, Zach Smith and Braxton Gulliford. The team also beat Creston 5-4 in overtime, with Adam Kubian scoring the winning goal. Other goal scorers were Carson, Braxton, Leif and Brydon Fleming. In the Sunday game, WVMH lost 7-4 in a penalty-ridden game, with several players from both teams being ejected. Brydon, Brayden Mastroianni (2) and Leif scored the goals. The game ended early because of the fighting and penalties.

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BYLAWS 250 & 251 BYLAW AMENDMENTS – CANAL FLATS The Council of the Village of Canal Flats is considering amendments to the Village of Canal Flats Zoning Bylaw. If approved the amendments will change the text of the bylaw.

Bylaw No. 250 cited as “Village of Canal Flats Zoning Bylaw No. 215, 2019 – Amendment Bylaw No. 250, 2021” will change screening or fencing heights on residential corner properties, add the requirement or a site master plan for all Temporary Use Permits, add the definition of a solid fence, add the permitted zones allowing barbed wire fences and correct clerical errors in the zoning bylaw.

And the Council of the Village of Canal Flats is considering an application by 1237447 BC Ltd to amend the Village of Canal Flats Zoning Bylaw 215, 2019 to permit activities pertaining to horticulture. If approved, the amendments will change the land use designation and rezone the property located at Lot B, Plan Number NEP82830, District Lot 110, Land District 26, PID 026-963191 8855 Dunn Street.

Bylaw No. 251 cited as “Village of Canal Flats Zoning Bylaw No. 215, 2019 – Amendment Bylaw No. 251, 2021 (1237447 BC Ltd)” will rezone the property from R-1 (Residential) Zone to UH (Urban Horticulture) Zone.

A public hearing for both bylaws will be held via Zoom webinar conference: Monday, November 1, 2021 at 6:30pm.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaws, you may, prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaws and supporting information at the Village Office in Canal Flats from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday or on our website at www.canalflats.ca • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present verbal submissions at the hearing.

You must pre-register in order to attend and provide verbal presentations or make comments at the hearing. The deadline to register is Monday, November 1, 2021 at 4:30pm.

Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/ WN_5CVU1q8NRxSpwOuQDdoodg or contact the Village office.

The meeting will be broadcast live for viewing only on the Village of Canal Flats – Municipal Channel on Youtube.com. Comments from Youtube will not be monitored.

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A viewer takes in Carol Gordon’s solo 75 Years of Life With Art exhibit, currently on display at Pynelogs Cultural Centre in Invermere.

October 21, 2021

Photo by Steve Hubrecht

Solo exhibit highlights local artist’s lifelong dedication to the creative process As a young adult, Gordon moved to Canada and became a writer and journalist, working for the Calgary Herald and also working on a freelance basis. While still in her 20s, she took up For Columbia Valley artist Carol Gordon, art is not so much watercolour painting, as another creative outlet. She attended the about a finished painting or photograph, however beautiful it Emily Carr University of Art + Design (then called the Vancoumay be. ver School of Art).

“For me, it’s the creative process, the creative journey, that is The solo exhibit includes some of her earliest watercolours, the focus,” Gordon told the Pioneer. including one created in 1975 and another in 1976, as well as It’s a journey Gordon has been on her whole life, and one several pieces from a series entitled Nature on Fire that she paintreflected in the solo exhibit, 75 Years of Life With Art, currently ed in the 1980s as a reaction to a wildfire that affected the Coon display at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. lumbia Valley.

The show encompasses mostly paintings and photography, “I was horrified by the devastation brought by that fire,” although Gordon is a writer and journalist as well, and counts Gordon told the Pioneer. the written word as another of her artistic mediums.

75 Years of Life With Art grew out of a similar career-retro“Those three — writing, photography, painting — that’s my spective solo exhibit of Gordon’s work displayed earlier this year palette,” she said. “Each is another way that I use as a means of in Kimberley’s Centre 64 Gallery. self-expression.”

Initially, Gordon had been planning on showing 10 of her The photos and paintings are a career retrospective, encomworks at Pynelogs as part of a group exhibit, but then Columbia passing works stretching across time and across geographic locaValley Arts reached out to see if Gordon was interested in doing Carol Gordon tions, as well as across mediums. a solo career retrospective here in Invermere similar to the one in There are plenty of images of nature in the photos, which hang Kimberley. mostly in Pynelogs’s eastern display room, with plenty of landscapes (the four-part “I did have to scramble a bit,” said Gordon. “The majority of the pieces are the Our Beautiful Earth series is an unmissable example), mountain-scapes (including an same ones as in Kimberley, but I didn’t want to just reproduce the same exhibit entirely, eye-catching one of the formidable ramparts of Castle Mountain) and lake-scapes, as so I had to figure out which new ones to include. I had to pull everything together to see well as eagles, starfish, flowers, autumn leaves, and an up-close depiction of the twisting what I’ve got. And it’s been a great process. It’s been really wonderful. It’s very unusual swirls of a time-bleached piece of wood. But there is a cityscape too (Walk Bike), candid to do a solo show of this size, usually you exhibit in groups, so I’m very grateful for this photos such as Mexican Dining, and many striking portraits of kids and adults, family opportunity.” (including Gordon’s parents and her partner), and friends.

75 Years of Life With Art also includes some works that have never been shown at The water colours occupy the middle hall and the cafe display room, and in these all, as Gordon explained to the Pioneer that she has a habit of sometimes putting a piece too, there is a theme of nature, with outlines of mountains and other natural forms, away, sometimes for quite a long time. although there are many that are more abstract, with their different vibrant hues open “After I finish a piece, or I should say after I think I’ve finished a piece, I sometimes to the viewer’s interpretation. like to keep it for years. This allows me to reflect on it from a distance, i.e. at a later Gordon was born in Minnesota, but grew up in California, surrounded by a Hol- time,” said Gordon. “Sometimes, when you think something is done, it’s not quite lywood film-making family, and it was in Los Angeles that she first became interested done. That’s all part of the creative process. You do change over time, and sometimes in photography. Indeed 75 Years of Life With Art features a photo Gordon took at 10- you see things you didn’t the first time around.” year old, and another taken as a high school student, which won a local photography Valley residents wishing to check out 75 Years of Life With Art firsthand can do so contest. The bright red ribbon Gordon was awarded — Second Premium, L.A. County at Pynelogs, Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The exhibit runs until Fair, Pomona, 1962 — is still attached to the image’s frame as it sits in Pynelogs.

Tuesday, Oct. 30.

By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbivalleypioneer.com

October 21, 2021

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Local farmers and First Nations celebrate creek restoration efforts

By Haley Grinder Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Farmers and First Nation peoples local to the Columbia Valley met on Sunday, Oct. 17, at Upper Ranch to share food with the community, celebrate restoration efforts, and create awareness for future projects. The event ran from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., boasting a feast of donated meat and produce from local farmers and salmon donated from the Shuswap. They also invited those who attended to take a walk down to the creeks to see the work done firsthand.

Bringing the community together to feast helped “to get the farming and First Nations of the Valley together to celebrate working together on the restoration of the creeks,” says Dave Zehnder, project lead at Farmland Ad-

People listening to the explanation of the work done at the Upper Ranch

Photos by Camille Aubin

vantage, emphasizing the lasting positives of the initia- organizers gathered around a fire, where councilors and tive. “It is for the benefit of endangered fish populations Chiefs had the floor to share, pray, and speak about the and the future return of sea run salmon to the headwaters project’s importance. Those at the event were also able to of the Columbia River.” participate in games and activities, like Bingo, and witThe restoration project initially came to light in Nov. ness a hoop dance spectacle by Kye and Kaylie Jasek.

2018, with the Ktunaxa Nation (Akisqnuk), Shuswap The Investment Agriculture Foundation recently Indian Band, and Farmland Advantage meeting to dis- took on a locally owned, Farmland Advantage, in order to cuss how farmers and First Nations could work togeth- run it as a long term program and achieve the best restoer to develop concrete, ration results. They’re also thankful to long-lasting restoration be supported by Healthy Watersheds projects from an ecoInitiative, delivered by the Real Estate logical standpoint. The Foundation of B.C. and Watersheds return of salmon and the B.C., with financial support from the recovery of endangered Province of British Columbia as well. fish species local to the Columbia Valley was prioritized, with creek restoration at the forefront.

Collectively, farmers and First Nations worked to build up water banks, clear debris, and ensure the many spawning streams weren’t at risk of blockage.

The event, albeit primarily outdoors, abided

by COVID-19 protocols, ensuring the registration desk was checking vaccination cards before entering. After Hoop dance performance by Kye Jasek which, the attendees and Maintained creek at Upper Ranch

Validating children’s grief and loss

By Michèle Neider Executive Director Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley (HSVC) has been helping and supporting community members through a variety of programs and services such as Anticipatory Grief, End-of-Life, and Bereavement support since 2013.

A recent Hospice initiative is the Rainbows International Program, specifically designed for children and youth who are grieving the death of a loved one or have gone through losses.

Since 1983, Rainbows for All Children has helped over three million children and youth worldwide and HSCV, in collaboration with the Rocky Mountain School District #6, is extremely proud to bring this unique program to the Valley.

The Rainbows’ curriculum is designed to provide support to all youth as they navigate grief and heal from loss, whether from death, divorce or separation, deployment, or other challenges. The program is free for all participants, regardless of economic, racial, gender, or religious backgrounds. Rainbows program is facilitated by trained leaders and uses an age-appro-

priate curriculum.

Starting mid-November, the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley will offer a 12-week support group to children and youth struggling with grief and loss where they will learn to develop and strengthen problem-solving skills, to discuss feelings, and to improve communication.

A 2018 school district survey on youth mental health indicated that 53 per cent experienced a loss in their lives.

Yet only 28 per cent felt they received appropriate support from adults. Their vulnerability may be exacerbated by adults around them who may not be able to provide sufficient comfort and support because of their own bereavement and loss. It’s not always easy to know how to talk about losses. Adults need to speak to their children about what matters to help relieve feelings of isolation, loneliness, and distress.

The facilitators in the Rainbows program will address these feelings of isolation, loneliness, and distress and assist with developing positive coping skills.

For more information about the program, contact HSCV at 250-280-3091 or send an email to alange@telus.net.

Submitted by Raylene Oram Pressident Lake Windermere District Lions Club The Lake Windermere District Lions Club was distressed to arrive for a meeting only to find that someone had painted graffiti on the fence and also all over the signs.

Staff from Copper Point Golf course noticed this on Monday, Oct. 11, around 9 p.m.

Given that the Lions and other Service clubs do so much to give back to this community and communities all over the world, it is hard to comprehend why anyone would do this.

The police have been contacted and ask if anyone witnessed this or has any information to contact Constable Andrew Henneberry at 250-342-9292.

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October 21, 2021

Lake Windermere home inspection

Watershed

Wanderings

By Shannon McGinty

Lake Windermere Ambassadors

If you tuned in last month, you likely read that we are in our last Deep Dive of 2021, Our Shared Home. In September, we focused on benthic macroinvertebrates who reside in our shared home. This month, we will look at the structure of that home and its ability to support aquatic life.

To start with, while we call Lake Windermere a lake, it is not actually a true lake. Lake Windermere, more accurately, is a widening of the Columbia River, with the headwaters downstream to the south in Canal Flats. This unique trait allows for a low water retention rate, contributing to the overall high water quality and oligotrophic nature of Lake Windermere; an oligotrophic lake is one with relatively low productivity due to low nutrient content. Each year the Ambassadors monitor the health of Lake Windermere, just as you inspect your home regularly.

In 2021 we continued our annual monitoring proContinued ‘Chief ’ from page 7 For the duration of Chief Joe Pierre’s storytelling, 333 people tuned in, enraptured by his ability to bring the characters to life and immersing them in traditional Indigenous culture.

gram, checking Lake Windermere’s vital signs - tempera- port on Lake Windermere, and its ability to provide a ture, depth, dissolved oxygen, pH, turbidity, conduc- healthy home for aquatic life.

If you are interested in learning more, join us on Fritivity, and nutrient levels. We have been running this program since 2010; continued monitoring provides day, Oct. 22, at James Chabot Provincial Park to Learn About Your Lake. Registration great value to underand more information can be standing the long-term health of Lake Windfound at www.lakeambassadors. ca/learn-about-your-lake ermere and emerging concerns. Initial analysis Feel free to contribute to this conversation on Facebook, Instaof the 2021 data paints gram, or Twitter @LakeAmbassaa clear photo of the climatic happenings this dors.

The Lake Windermere Amyear. We see the water bassadors would like to thank the levels rise in late May as Columbia Basin Trust, Columbia the spring runoff was fed by high elevation snowValley Community Foundation, melt. This is followed Danny and Alyssa while sampling this summer on Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund, Real Estate Founby increased turbidity in Lake Windermere.

Submitted photo dation, BC Gaming Grants, Disearly June as storms and flooding brought more sediment into the lake. Following trict of Invermere, Regional District of East Kootenay, this, the water temperatures begin to warm in July, reach- BC Hydro, and community donors for supporting our ing a high of 24 °C, which leads to an increase in algae 2021 programming. growth visible to the naked eye in the north end of the Shannon McGinty, Program Coordinator for the Lake lake. Numbers on a spreadsheet may not be as attractive as the picturesque landscape of Lake Windermere, but Windermere Ambassadors. Email her at shannon@lakeambassadors.ca or call the office (250) 341-6898. they do tell a compelling tale.

This is just a quick snapshot into our full annual reDebra Fisher, R4 Regional Director for MNBC (Métis Nation British Columbia), was present for the virtual event, commenting, “Thank you Nasu?kin Joe Pierre. I have been fortunate to hear this story many times from Herman at Rediscovery Camp and you over the years and I always learn something new. Tansi.”

Accepting Applications for 2022-2023 Projects

Grassland and Rangeland

Enhancement Program

The Grassland and Rangeland Enhancement Program (GREP) provides funding to groups and organizations for eligible projects approved by our Project Advisory Committee (PAC) and our Program Management Committee (PMC). The projects should focus on delivering activities on Crown Land and/or First Nation Reserves that will enhance and improve Rangeland and Grassland Values.

The purpose of the GREP is to maintain and/or enhance grassland and rangeland resources while meeting conservation, environmental and recreational objectives.

Some examples of projects funded in previous years include those focused on protection of riparian values, range water development, integral range infrastructure such as cattleguards and range fencing as well as work dedicated to reducing invasive plants on Crown range.

Applications are open to Crown Range tenure holders, registered not for profit groups or societies in good standing, individuals and organizations across the Columbia Basin Region. (go to www.ourtrust.org to find a map of the Columbia Basin Region) Partnerships with applicable Crown Range tenure holders are encouraged.

For more information or to apply contact: Kootenay Livestock Association at: kla@kootenaylivestock.ca, or 250 426 4315 Supported by:

Although he shared the shorter version with the viewers, elders told him that the full Creation Story would “take about three days.”

For those interested in learning more, visit Ktunaxa. org.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN) INVITATION TO TENDER

SNOW REMOVAL 2021-2023 Snow removal contracts for 2 years are required for: Kimberley Zone Area #1 Kimberley Zone Office, Lindsay Park Elementary School, Blarchmont Learning Center in Kimberley, B.C. All inquiries should be directed to Jim Bryce at 250-427-2268 or 250-427-8727.

Area #2 Selkirk Secondary School, McKim School, Marysville Elementary School and Kimberley Alternate School in Kimberley, B.C. All inquiries should be directed to Jim Bryce at 250-427-8727.

Windermere Zone Area #3 (Snow removal and sanding) Edgewater Elementary School parking lot in Edgewater, B.C. All inquiries should be directed to Brian Nickurak at 250-342-6814 or 250-342-1728.

Area #4 (Snow removal and sanding) Martin Morigeau Elementary School parking lot in Canal Flats, B.C. All inquiries should be directed to Brian Nickurak at 250-342-6814 or 250-342-1728.

Golden Zone Area #5 Golden Secondary School parking lots and bus turnaround in Golden, B.C. All inquiries should be directed to Alan Ure at 250-344-8643 or 250-344-0217.

Snow removal will take place if over 3” of snow on the ground and must be completed prior to 7:00 a.m.

Contracts will be based on the type of equipment and hourly rates.

Please list your equipment and the hourly rates.

Contractors are welcome to bid on all areas; however, separate bids for each area must be submitted by 4:00 p.m., Thursday November 4th, 2021. More than one contract may be issued. The lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted.

Tenders must be marked “Snow Removal Contract with the Area#’’ and submitted to: Steve Jackson, AScT,RPA,FMA,GSC Director of Operations Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 PO Box 430 lnvermere, B.C. VOA 1K0 Email: steve.jackson@sd6.bc.ca

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P ioneer C lassifieds Hoffmann, (Dorothy) Gail

S IN MEMORIAM S Jayden Jefferson

We are sad to announce the passing of (Dorothy) Gail Hoffmann. Gail passed quietly on the morning of October 13, 2021 after a long illness with Dementia. She was predeceased by Henry, her husband of nearly 60 years, in January of 2021.

Gail was born in Lethbridge AB to Helen and Norman McGregor. She moved to Flin Flon MB in her early years and then to Calgary AB in her teens. Gail was an insatiable reader, a figure skater, then taught skating to put herself through university to graduate with a Bachelor of Education degree.

Gail taught in Calgary for many years gathering accolades along the way. Always a passionate teacher.

In retirement, they moved to Invermere and Gail led the way to making Invermere her community. Passion for community contribution was one of the fuels for her fire. Her Samoyeds, garden, friends, books, the arts were only some of her fuels.

Gail is survived by her children, Eve MacMillan (Arthur), Brenda Stapleton (Greg) and Brian (Jody) and by her grandchildren Steen, Joel, Joshua, Brittany (Graham), Ken (Kim) and great grandchildren Aidan and Oliver.

Details on Memorial Service will follow. A fund will be set up for a memorial bench in the town of Invermere in lieu of flowers. Any remaining donations will be sent to the Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley. Condolences can be emailed to dghoffmann38@gmail.com .

We wish to thank Dr. Mannheimer, the Columbia Garden Village and Ivy House staff members for their kind and compassionate care of our mom.

Godlien, Lawrence Kenneth August 6, 1965 – October 14, 2021

Lawrence Kenneth Godlien “Bones” passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021, after a long battle with Huntington’s disease.

Lawrence was born on August 6, 1965, in Kamloops, BC. His family moved to the Valley in 1970. Bones grew up in Wilmer, BC, a town he loved and never left. He went to high school at DTSS, where he met his love, LeeAnne, they married in 1990.

In 1992 they welcomed their daughter Jessica and shortly after built their house in Wilmer, BC. Bones had passion for fast cars, rock n’ roll, burnouts, making people laugh, and his family/friends. He was loyal, kind, and wild. He went through life with an ‘it’s minor’ attitude and made lifelong friends everywhere he went. He will be remembered for his kind heart, contagious smile, his entertaining stories, and his famous ‘whoop whoop’. Bones was one of a kind, a true local legend, and will be missed by everyone he touched.

He leaves behind by his mother Pat Godlien, his father Eric Godlien, his wife LeeAnne Godlien, daughter Jessica Godlien, his brother Micky (Teena) Godlien, his niece Rachael Godlien and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Columbia House, the Hospice Society, Dr. Shannon Page, Vivian Bond, as well as the nurses, care workers, and support staff for their wonderful care over the last 12 years. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Huntington’s society.

April 27, 1998 October 22, 2018

In Mem�y of You If we could visit heaven Even for a day, Maybe for a moment, The pain would go away, I’d put my arms around you And whisper words so true, That living life without you, Is the hardest thing to do No matter what we do, No morning dawns or evening falls When we don’t think of you.

– Author Unknown – Love always, Mom, Dad, Cory, Jagar, and Grandma Rose.

S OBITUARY S Maslaniec (MacGregor), Jean Margaret December 11, 1925 – October 11, 2021 With sadness the family of Jean Margaret Maslaniec who was born on December 11, 1925, in Cupar Scotland announce her peaceful passing on October 11, 2021, at Columbia House in Invermere at the age of 95.

Jean loved to camp and was an amazing seamstress. She will be missed by many of her neighbours in Edgewater, B.C. The family would like to thank the caregivers of Columbia House in Invermere for the amazing compassionate care given to Jean.

She is survived by her son Barney (Jan), daughter Kate Bliss (Rob), grandchildren: Kyla Maslaniec (Tod), Melanie Maslaniec (Ken), Devon Maslaniec (Gayle), Amanda Strebakowski, Curtis Osterlund, Sarah Barnett (Richard), Christopher Osterlund (Cathy), Nadja Johnston (Travis), 12 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and cousins In Scotland.

Jean was predeceased by her husband Walter.

There will be no services.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation https://www.heartandstroke.ca/ Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Services.

Condolences for the family can be offered at www.mcphersonfh.com

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Alcoholics Anonymous.. All meetings are at 8 p.m. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere.

Please call 250-342-2424 for more information or to speak with someone from our fellowship.

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us on a “ZOOM” meeting every Monday at 7 p.m. For more information or to speak with someone from our fellowship, please call 250-342-8255.

S OBITUARY S Kruger, Helmut May 20, 1933 – October 8, 2021

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Helmut at Columbia House in Invermere, B.C., with his loving wife Gerda and son Ron by his side, on October 8, 2021, at the age of 88 years.

Helmut was born in Poland. After the war, his parents and family moved to Germany. In 1952 Helmut immigrated to Canada, 2 years later he sent for his girlfriend Gerda still in Germany. They were married in Vernon, B.C., in 1954. In June 2021 Helmut and his wife Gerda celebrated their 67th Wedding Anniversary. Helmut and his wife were blessed with three wonderful sons, Gary, Randy, and Ron. Helmut worked many years as a millwright for Weyerhaeuser Canada, he also liked to travel and be with his family and friends. Helmut liked music and ballroom dancing. On their wedding anniversary Helmut took his wife Gerda to Harrison Hot Springs, B.C., they fell in love with the place, so Helmut made sure to take his wife every year on their anniversary to dine, dance and have a good time in Harrison.

Helmut was predeceased by his dear son Gary in 1976. His four younger brothers and his dad in the 1940’s, his mother Luisa Kruger in 1997.

Helmut is survived by his loving wife Gerda, his sons Ron and Randy (Vicky), grandchildren Jason, Amanda (Marc), his brother Felix, Kruger and sister-in-law Erma Kruger, many cousins in Canada and Germany.

Our heartfelt thank you to the amazing staff at Columbia House, the care, love, and compassion you gave Helmut was above and beyond. You all became an extension to our family.

We also would like to thank Dr. Walsh for all the years you took such good care of Helmut and the encouraging words you had for us during Helmut’s final days.

Thank you to Pastor Mel Kornfeld for all the prayers and blessings over the Phone from Edmonton.

To all our friends thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the love you gave us.

Memories As we watch the years roll past We have shown that love will last Beautiful memories we have shared I shared with you because you cared.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Services.

Condolences for the family can be offered at www.mcphersonfh.com

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ANNOUNCEMENT

October 21, 2021

CHEERS WITHOUT TEARS A big Cheers to the residents and visitor group who brought flowers and chocolates to Lake View Manor on Thanksgiving.

Much appreciated!

ATTENTION ASPIRING MUSICIANS FROM PARSON TO CANAL FLATS Applications are open for the Steamboat Mountain Music Bursary. Musicians of all levels and any age may apply.

Funds may be used for: workshops, music camps, lessons, master classes, college, or university music programs.

Deadline: Monday, November 30th, 2021.

Download application: www.steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca

If you would like to join an online group that is listening to talks by Eckhart Tolle. Please call Brent at 250-341-1117.

CHEERS WITHOUT TEARS Cheers to Laura from Glow 360 laser and medical aesthetics.

Fantastic and professional service every time. She has a beautiful space to relax while you get your treatments. 10/10 would recommend.

Cheers to Jordan Dendys for your friendly, efficient service. What a nice addition you are to Walkers Auto Repair.

Cheers to the Columbia House care aides for the great send-off!

Cake, flowers, pictures- WOW! Keep the bar high. Remember you are the best of the best!

Cheers to the little unicorn girl at Sobeys whom sashayed her way behind Kim Stange. You both looked so cute standing there.

Appreciate you for the memory.

Cheers. People! Truly if you are planning on traveling, go see Brenda and Sam at Travel worldthey know the gazillion rules that change, like yesterday… and they sourced out my ticket’s way below on-line prices and to match the times I wanted.

Planning will be as much fun as your trip with Brenda and Sam. A big Cheers to all the Handymen/women in our valley who do a great job helping out others. You don’t always have to have a license to define who you are. Knowledge and wisdom and a passion for helping others.

A great BIG CHEERS to Heart and Soul Horses and Columbia Valley Rockies for HALLOWEEN HAUNTED HORSE PARADE to all the care homes and villages in the Invermere community. We loved your spirit and display of horses - all seen from our windows. Much appreciated!

Cheers to Al and Josh Millar at Home Hardware for donating and delivering all of the fencing for the Art From the Attic Fundraiser. Your generosity is very appreciated!

Cheers to the staff at the Invermere Public Library for accepting art donations for weeks and weeks! Your generous donation of your space allowed for us to collect hundreds of pieces of art for our fundraiser.

Cheers to each and every staff member who helped people who dropped off donations!

Cheers to all of the volunteers that helped with the Art From the Attic fundraiser! For cleaning, pricing, setting up, making sales and cleaning up!

Many hands make light work Cheers to everyone who showed up and helped out!

Cheers to Groundswell for the wonderful garden harvest party that they hosted. It was a lovely evening in the garden with delicious food, beautiful tunes and the best natural atmosphere. A job well done for all to enjoy!

LISTINGS NEEDED! I WANT TO SELL YOUR HOUSE!

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COMMERCIAL SPACE

HOUSE FOR SALE

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HELP WANTED

INVERMERE DOWNTOWN For Lease 2,400 sq. ft. of Commercial space. 712 – 10th St., UNIT “D” street level M&B Properties 250-341-1940 bruce@brucem.com

House for Sale in Radium.

3-bdrm, 2 bath, 2 shower and jacuzzi tub, attached garage.

Asking $365,000. Call 250-3411949.

Pike Contracting Excavating and Skid Steer services.

Call Jason 250-342-5277.

Featured Listing

HOUSE FOR RENT 2-bdrm furnished farmhouse in Fairmont adjacent to Funtasia Fun Park. Available Nov. 1st March 15th. $690/mo + utilities, internet included, rental conditional to caring for animals in the park and light snow removal, time commitment 1 3hrs daily at $16/hr. Please call Tanya at 250-342-5165 or email; letter of interest/resume fairmontfuntasia@live.com.

Mobile home for rent in Park, need approval of Landlord. No pets. 250-540-5861.

TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT For Rent 3-bdrm Townhouse backing onto Radium Springs Golf course. Renovations now complete. Double front drive garage, wood burning fireplace, West mountain and golf course views, fully developed walk out basement, and 3 baths. Long term rental only, six months minimum. $3500/mo. Plus Utilities. No pets and no smoking inside. Contact Gerry: 1-403585-6886.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

BUYING OR SELLING? I specialize in rural, recreational, farm and ranch properties.

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Call or text

250-342-5245

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LIST WITH GERRY: FOR RESULTS! *Not intended to solicit those already working with an agent.

BUYING OR SELLING CALL 250-341-1202

gerrytaft.ca Personal Real Estate Corporation

Rockies West Realty Independently owned and operated

Please email classified ads to info@columbiavalleypioneer.com

For Sale 2012 Mazda CX-9 FWD was imported from the US, the vehicle is in Imperial with 159,000 miles. 2nd owner, N/S, fully-loaded, 7-passenger, newer winter tires, great in the snow, black with black leather interior. Lots of new parts and always serviced at Mazda. $7,500 O.B.O. 250-688-9422.

The Heartfelt Companion: SERVICE FOR SENIORS Offers non-medical help to seniors in their home and respite for caregivers. Companionship, errands, transportation, personal care, meal prep and more. Excellent local references and credentials and a big, kind heart! Rest assured; COVID-19 precautions are in place to keep you safe. “The Heartfelt Companion team provide, in the truest sense, heartfelt companionship. They always have mom’s best interest in mind.

I find that my family can once again enjoy our time with mom, as we know she is being cared for, lifting this responsibility from our shoulders. We can once again simply enjoy each other’s company. We have tremendous gratitude for their service.” 250-341-5683 www. heartfeltcompanionservices. com

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

LEE’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIR SHOP Specializing in chainsaws, tillers, trimmers and lawn mower repairs and maintenance.

Industrial #2 Road – across from NAPA Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

250-341-2551 Offering Excellent Service & Fair Pricing!

Wanted 2 F/T Restaurant Cooks, Rocky River Grill, 8888 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C. Permanent, F/T shifts, overtime, weekends, days and evenings, $16/hour for 40 hours per week. Overtime after 40 hours. Minimum several years’ experience and completion of Secondary School.

DUTIES: Prepare and cook full course meals, prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, ensure quality of food portions, work with minimal supervision, prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.

Inspect Kitchens and Food service areas. Please forward resume to Justin Atterbury by fax 250-3428889 or email justatterbury@ hotmail.com.

WANTED Cash for all silver and gold!

Bullion, bars, rounds, coins, jewellery + also buying coin collections and old money!

Todd’s coins 1-250-864-3521.

MISC. FOR SALE Screened Local Top Soil Delivery Available Please Call 250-341-5819.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

Kootenay Country Electrical Qualified Electrical Service Licensed, Bonded, Insured Highly skilled electrician Call Dean 250-342-5516.

B.B.’s Home & Design Services Master Craftsman & Stonemason, Renovation’s, Blinds & installation. Home interior/exterior repairs, yard maintenance, eavestrough cleaning, dump runs, house checks/cleaning.

Over 35 year’s experience.

Call 250-688-2897.

General Carpenter Finish Carpenter Jack of All Trades If you are looking for a change, or a new start, The Home Renovation Centre is looking to add some new, permanent staff to our team. Transportation is required. Call David 250-3425682.

Pioneer Classified Advertising 250-341-6299

4392 Coy Rd., Invermere

$1,999,900 “Rare Private Access To The Lake And Foreshore” MLS®#: 2460410

Check out the 3D tour at Rockies.realestate

Geoff Hill PREC* REALTOR® Fair Realty

250-341-7600

www.geoffhill.ca

Invermere Petro-Can is currently accepting resumes for F/T and P/T employment. Apply in person to 185 Laurier Street, Invermere between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Live in caregiver required for active super senior lady. Salary plus room and board. Excellent accommodation in a large house on a lakefront property. Call Ross at 1-250-342-5247 for further details or submit resume to newhouseconnect@gmail.com.

The Heartfelt Companion: Services for Seniors is hiring!

You have a big kind heart, you are reliable, able to work independently and you are patient and happy. Experience with seniors is a must. Clean driving record, reliable vehicle, criminal record check is required.

First aid and Food Safe are to be obtained. Part time leading to full time, to start ASAP. Email resume to info@ heartfeltcompanionservices. com or call 250-341-5683.

Helna’s Stube is looking for a part-time Kitchen help/ Dishwasher and part time or casual server evenings only.

Please send your resume to mail@helnas.com or call 250347-0047.

Moving Help Wanted. Looking for strong able bodies to help move some furniture and hottub for cash. Flexible schedule.

Fairmont. 20/hr. Contact 1-403 710-0208.

Alpine Building operations is hiring snow removal people for this season. Skid steer operators and shovellers. Email resume to alpinebuildingops@gmail.com or call 250-270-0435.

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HELP WANTED

Customer Service Representative Full-time Permanent

Great Benefits. Basic Office Duties - strong customer service skills, 2 years experience with excel, word and email. Must have High School Diploma.

Drop resume off – 410 Panorama Drive or email to Stephanie@castlefuels.ca

HELP WANTED

Tire Tech/ Or Mechanic Apprentice We are a Very Active Tire and Repair shop located in the Inveremere Industrial Park. We are Looking for a full-time Tire Tech or Mechanic’s Apprentice. Wages will depend on experience.

We will pay between $18 and $25 per hour.

Phone Richard or Fred at 250-342-9316, or text 250-342-5316 or 250-342-1368. To begin immediately.

Just a reminder… The classified deadline is 12 noon Friday.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

All Dolled Up is looking for an experienced Lash Artist!

Bonus if you have manicure, pedicure, and waxing experience. Large clientele already built up! Monday to Friday year round position.

Please email your resume to Carmen at info@getalldolledup. ca along with pictures of your lash work. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

All Dolled Up is looking for a new Salon Assistant Duties include: Greeting clients, Answering phones and emails, Social Media, Booking appointments, Receiving inventory and light cleaning.

Successful candidate will have: Excellent organizational skills, Attention to detail, Friendly and outgoing personality, Interest in the beauty industry, Excellent speaking and typing skills, Ability to communicate confidently, effectively, and clearly. Bonus if you have QBO and Canva experience!

Full-time position, Monday to Friday. Wage dependent on experience. Please email your resume to Carmen at info@getalldolledup.ca.

Constituency Assistant Do you have professional office experience, are innovative and creative and want to help your community? Doug Clovechok, MLA is seeking a Constituency Assistant in his Kimberley Constituency Office at 362 Wallinger Avenue.

Full-time, $58,000+/yr plus benefits and pension with an immediate start date.

BCYCNA CLASSIFIED ADS

For details on the position and to apply email doug.clovechok.mla@leg.bc.ca with the subject title “Constituency Assistant Kimberley”

BUILDINGS FOR SALE

Applications accepted until October 29, 2021 at 11:59 pm.

We thank all who apply; however, only those considered will be contacted.

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This role requires flexibility, confidentiality, and attention to detail, excellent communication and organizational skills. It would be well suited to someone who can multi-task, loves working with people, and enjoys contributing to a team environment. Experience with administrative tasks will be considered an asset.

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FAITH

The Blindness of Ideology?

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Now open for in-person services.

Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

326 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lwac.ca

By Brent Woodard Anglican/United Church

WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED Please email office@wvsm.ca to request a link to our online service which starts at 10:30 a.m. Sundays.

Recorded services can be accessed by typing WVSM Invermere Anglican United Church.

250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway Drive, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats., Canadian Martyrs’ – Invermere, St. Joseph’s – Radium.

Canal Flats: Saturday 4.30 pm Canadian Martyrs, Invermere: Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 9 am.

St. Joseph, Radium: Sunday 11.00 am Father Jojo Augustine • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere 250-342-6167

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Sunday 1:30 p.m. Worship Service at Valley Christian Assembly 4814 Highway Drive, Windermere www.eklutheran.ca mtzionlc@hotmail.com

orama cross country trails are well in excess of over 100 kilometres of groomed cross-country trails. “The Tri-Area Three of the biggest names in cross country skiing Nordic Ski Pass offers a wonderful variety of trails as well in the Columbia Valley have come together with the vi- as over 100+ days of skiing,” says Lyle Wilson of Nipika. sion of attracting more “It’s wonderful to see cross country skiers to Toby Creek Nordic the region. Toby Creek Club, Panorama and Nordic Ski Club, Nipourselves working ika Mountain Reclosely together.” sort and Panorama Plans are underMountain Village have way for cross counformed the Columbia try skiers to view Valley Nordic Collaboreal-time grooming ration (CVNC.) reports for all three The Toby Creek cross country trail sysNordic Ski Club says tems using the appthat one of the prime based nordic groomobjectives of the collabing site Nordic Pulse. oration is to “ have more “Having up to date cross country skiers skitrail and weather coning more often amongst ditions will give skiers all three destinations.” the information they Another key objective need to make best deFeatured left to right are Cam Gillies from Toby Creek, Lyle Wilson is to support and grow cision of where to ski the sport of cross-coun- from Nipika, Candace Bruins from Toby Creek and Guy Paulsen from that day,” adds Guy Submitted photo Paulsen of Panorama try locally and region- Panorama. ally. Together the three Mountain Village. entities will be launching the first-ever Tri-Area Nordic The CVNC Tri-Area Nordic Pass is on sale now Season Pass which will provide a membership to the Toby through The Toby Creek website.

Creek Nordic Ski Club with unlimited skiing access to Visit tobycreeknordic.com for more information or all three cross-country trail systems. The combined dis- any cross-country areas website (Nipika.com, panoratance of the Whiteway, Lake Lillian, Nipika and Pan- maresort.com).

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Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m.

Relief Society, 11:15 a.m.

President Rick Daniels • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs 250-421-3756

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The other day I heard a person, who is an epidemiologist, talking on the radio. He said there is a spectrum of reasons why people aren’t getting vaccinated. “On the far end are anti-vaxxers,” he said, “for whom this is kind of a religion.” Without malice or ill intent, he used the word “religion” as an adjective to describe people who are so attached to their beliefs that no amount of reason or new information is going to cause them to change. Sadly, for me, it is the truth behind his experience, and I’m sorry that religion and religious people have engendered this reputation of being closed-minded, defensive and unreasonable.

I think this speaks to religion being an ideology. Ideologies are closed belief-systems. By definition, a closed-belief system is threatened by outside ideas. Ideologies give people identity, maybe a map in how to make sense of the world. Ideologies can be religious, political, national, cultural, or just personal. Perhaps an ideology is an attempt to get life in order, an attempt to feel safe and to know what’s going on. Social media helps people find other people who align with their ideology. Political parties help people find others who align with their ide-

ology. Religious denominations help people find others who align with their ideology. Can it be said that even a bar (as in a drinking establishment) might help some people find others who align with their ideology?

Religion, as ideology, is not, I believe, spirituality. Spirituality is beyond ideology, is beyond ideas in one’s head, is beyond association with others based on a belief-system.

Questions I like to ask are: Can religion be more than an ideology? Can religion be an open-door to spirituality? Can religion actually challenge closed belief-systems? Can religion help people find their innate worth and help them live in basic trust, so that they don’t look for their identity or salvation in the content of their minds or in any ideas or ideologies? If religion can do this, then religion might help people be open-minded, critical, facts-based, and unthreatened by new information. They could be some of our best thinkers because they will have found some detachment from their thoughts. They don’t have a sense of self invested in their thoughts and aren’t afraid to let go of thoughts that no longer best express reality or welcome new thoughts that better express reality.

There are many challenges that we face collectively. We need to be able to reason together. We aren’t helped when we are blinded by ideology. There are lots of stories in the gospels of Jesus giving sight to the blind.

Almost certainly these stories aren’t about physical blindness, but are about the other ways in which people are blind. Of the many things that blind humans, might it also be true that Jesus wanted to free people from the blindness of ideology?

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