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Sit-skier Emma Befus, 14, and Panorama Adaptive Sports Society volunteer Catrien Dainard greet Emma’s family with a beaming grin and high fives at the bottom of the beginner slope at Panorama last weekend. It was Emma‘s first time ever skiing, a huge thrill for both her and the large crowd of her extended family who cheered her every turn on the way down. See page 2 for more photos.

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Grade 8 student Emma Befus was born with spina bifida, and consequently has never walked, but that didn’t stop her from trying skiing for the first time ever at Panorama on Sunday, March 30th with the Panorama Adaptive Sports Society during her family’s visit from Edmonton. A big crowd of cousins, uncles, aunts and parents erupted in cheers as Emma swooped down the beginner slope and then the whole crew went up the Mile One chairlift. Emma’s mother Liz described the moment as magical. “It was so much fun to be up on the mountain together,” said Liz. Clockwise from top left: Emma, all smiles and waves, carves a turn on the beginner slope with Panorama Adaptive Sports Society

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volunteer Catrien Dainard; Emma and her extended family —the Befus, Gregersen and Knopf families (including Emma’s parents Liz and Cam, top row far right, and brothers Soren, bottom row third from left, and Hans, top row fourth from left) mark Emma’s first-ever ski run with a celebratory group shot; Mrs. Dainard and volunteer Hilary Miles help Emma get ready for her first chairlift ride. Later the same day the Panorama Adaptive Sport Society held its first annual general meeting, during which the Panorama Mountain Friends donated $1,250 to the society. To learn more about the society and its programs contact panoadaptive@gmail.com . Photos by Steve Hubrecht

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Mayor Deck defends Jumbo Resort municipality funding By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff The blaze of discussion at Invermere's most recent council meeting was followed by a heated exchange in the provincial Legislature Assembly earlier this week, both provoked by the recent release of Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality's five-year financial plan in which almost $1 million in provincial and federal funding is projected for B.C.'s newest municipality. Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald and Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall traded barbs with provincial Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Coralee Oakes during the legislative session on Tuesday, April 1st, when the Kootenay MLAs questioned the benefit of spending taxpayer money on a municipality with no people. The main source of the funding in the Jumbo municipality's financial plan is an unconditional grant — the Small Community Grant (or Small Community Protection Grant) — that is available to all B.C. municipalities with fewer than 19,000 residents. The $200,000-a-year figure is a projection, since the grant money hasn't actually been handed out yet, Jumbo mayor Greg Deck told The Pioneer. “Municipal grants have not been finalized for the coming budget year, but Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality staff have made the assumptions that the base amounts will be approximately $200,000 for even the

smallest municipalities,” said Mr. Deck. The Small Community Grant, part of the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development's Strategic Community Investment Funds, has been around under various names since 1995 and is used by many communities in the East Kootenay, including Radium Hot Springs, Invermere, Canal Flats, Invermere and Golden. The formula for calculating exactly how much each municipality gets includes the base amount plus the given municipality's population, location and assessment value. Since the grant is unconditional, municipalities receiving it can use the money for whatever they see fit. Last year, Canal Flats (population 700) received about $320,000 from the grant, Invermere (population 2,900) got about $280,000, Radium Hot Springs (population 800) took in roughly $182,000 and Golden (population 3,600) saw approximately $301,000. The amount a given community receives can vary dramatically from year to year. Invermere, for instance, was granted $116,00 in 2010, $580,000 in 2011, $599,000 in 2012, $280,000 last year, and will likely receive $280,000 again this year; but the amounts usually average out to a consistent figure during the course of a multi-year period. Jumbo's five-year financial plan differs significantly from the financial plans of other municipalities in that it has no revenue from property taxes yet, said Mr. Deck. “This will change as the resort development moves forward, and various infrastructure investments by the proponent trigger the release by the Province of various parcels

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of land for sale as assessable private land. That process has been delayed by the court challenges to the project, but the municipality is hopeful that those hurdles will be overcome this year,” he said. Another key difference with the Jumbo municipality's financial plan compared to other municipalities' financial plans is that it's driven by revenue predictions rather than expense predictions, said Mr. Deck. “The municipal expenses, aside from the modest contract with the Village of Radium for administrative support, are difficult to predict, given that the biggest component of them in the previous year were legal costs necessary to respond to the court challenges to Jumbo municipality," he said. "That said, we do not expect them to reach the level of the basic municipal grants." According to Mr. Deck, municipalities are not allowed to plan for a surplus, but if expenses are not as high as budgeted for, the surplus can be put in a reserve fund for future capital spending. “As with anything to do with this project, there will continue to be two different perceptions of Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality's activities. Opponents will point to the use of public funds by a municipality they oppose to be an example of their worst fears. Supporters will appreciate that the province and federal government are helping to advance an economic generator that will provide value, not just to the region, but to the province and the country. I continue to look forward to the time when a successful project on the ground puts the controversy behind us,” he said. Continued on page 28 . . .

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er refused to provide a sample and opted for the impoundment and prohibition. In a situation like this, blowing gives you the option to prove to the police that you are good to drive. Refusing to comply results in having no options. The penalty is the same, refuse or fail. The consumption of alcohol does confuse one’s ability to make judgement calls. • On Saturday, March 29th at 3:30 p.m., Panorama Ski Patrol was contacted via cell phone by a 39-year-old male from Calgary advising that he and his son had gone out of bounds at Panorama and were lost. The cell phone provided a GPS for the patrol who were able to attend via helicopter and guide father and son to safety. • On Monday, March 31st at 8:20 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment along with ambulance and Invermere Fire Rescue responded to a single vehicle accident near Dolly Varden in Kootenay National Park. A Chev Silverado pick up driven by a 54-year-old male from Bonners Ferry lost control on icy road conditions, proceeded onto the shoulder and rolled over. The male received non-life threatening injuries and was taken to Invermere Hospital.

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Detachment Open House May 21st will be the fourth annual Columbia Valley Detachment Open House. Windermere & District Lions Club, Tim Hortons, Canadian Tire and Home Hardware are sponsoring the event and providing prizes to each of our Grade 3 classes in the valley. The Lions Club will once again be putting on a barbecue. Further information will be available as we get closer to the date. • On Wednesday, March 26th at 7 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment responded to a complaint of disturbance at a private residence in the 4800 block of Riverview Drive in Edgewater. It was determined that two roommates were arguing over the liquor consumption inside the residence contrary to an agreement. The dispute was settled without charges being filed. • On Thursday, March 27th at 6 p.m., a Columbia Valley detachment member attending to an incident at the hospital was directed by a doctor to injuries that were observed on a female in his care. It was determined that an eye injury was the result of hot coffee being thrown at a 50-year-old female victim during a domestic argument. Police responded later to a residence in the 7500 block of Main Street in Radium and arrested a 49-year-old male for assault. The male will appear in Invermere Provincial Court on May 12th. • On Saturday, March 29th at 2:15 a.m., a 2010 Dodge Ram driven by a 20-year-old male from Invermere was stopped on 10th Avenue near Pharmasave due to the manner in which the vehicle was being driven. The driver displayed signs of having consumed liquor and was given the ASD demand. He claimed that he had not been drinking and refused to provide a sample. The officer making the request made it clear that if the driver had not been drinking then he would blow a pass and be BUY allowed to carry on. However, the refusal of the driver GET T would prompt the officer to then proceed to impound the vehicle and prohibit the driver for 90 days. The driv-

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Columbia Lake access debated at BC Parks meeting By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff

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Upper Columbia Valley residents heard about proposed access improvements to Columbia Lake Provincial Park at two open house meetings in Fairmont Hot Springs earlier this week. In the first of two back-to-back presentations on Monday, March 31st, attendees listened to Ministry of Environment Kootenay and Okanagan regional planner Greg Chin outline three possible scenarios for the park — keeping the status quo; vehicle access to Warspite Creek; and vehicle access to the shoreline of Columbia Lake. “We know when you enhance something, you’re going to bring people in,” said Mr. Chin, in reference to the second and third scenarios. The second scenario will cost about $250,000 and involves creating trailhead parking for 18 to 20 cars on the existing road, upgrading (although not paving) the road to the park, creating a 500-metre trail from the parking lot to the lake and converting the final kilometre of the current road leading to Lot 48 into a trail. More intensive development is entailed in the third scenario, which will likely cost $1.2 million and involves building a day-use beach parking lot able to handle 60 to 80 cars, significantly upgrading about two and a half kilometres worth of the existing road, engineering 300 metres worth of new road, building a 170-metre trail from parking lot to the shore and converting most of the final kilometre of the current road leading up to Lot 48 into a trail. About 2,000 people a year come down the road that leads to the park, which is a small number compared with other provincial parks in the area with similar attributes, said Mr. Chin, adding planners are guessing the second scenario could increase that number by 50 per cent and the third scenario could bring about 9,000 to 12,000 visitors a year to the park. “There are many people and groups with different objectives for the park, as well as the need to manage it for ecological objectives — we need to strike a balance,” said Mr. Chin. “Because so many of these objectives are met by the second scenario, because (Parks) staff feel we can actually get it done and because local First Nations have said they will support it, we’ve focused on scenario two.”

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Mr. Chin later added that this does not mean choosing the second scenario is a done deal by any means. The provincial parks agency already has $32,000 in capital approved for the project, which it will use to complete the planning process. Regional District of East Kootenay Area G director Gerry Wilkie was in attendance at the meeting and after the presentation said he thinks it’s inevitable that development in the park, as outlined in the third scenario, would lead eventually to building a boat launch there. “If road access was right down to shore and a boat launch was what the public overwhelmingly wanted, we’d consider developing it, but that is not is our proposal at this point,” said BC Parks Kootenay Okanagan regional director John Trewhitt. “Some businesses are going to take a kicking on this, including mine,” said Fairmont Outpost and Outdoors owner George Greenside, adding he rents a lot of canoes and kayaks to people to paddle on the lake and that the 500-metre trail to Columbia Lake envisioned in the second scenario will inhibit their access. “Canal Flats is just 15 minutes away and has a boat launch,” said Mr. Chin. “Yeah, and a $20 fee just to get on the lake,” said Mr. Greenside. “Do you know what a $20 fee does to people in the valley? This is going to hurt my business.” “There are so many access demands on this site, but balancing that is the people of B.C., who expect us as a parks agency to steward this piece of land as an environmental trust,” said Mr. Chin. “Unfortunately, some of these access values will be compromised. Natural values will be compromised too. Everybody will have to compromise their expectations at some point.” “Are these options meant to be for local people or for tourists? It seems to me the people who would want better access to the east side of Columbia Lake would mostly be tourists,” said attendee Howard Stafford. “Provincial parks are managed and planned for everybody — locals, day visitors from Cranbrook or Kimberley or anybody else who happens to visit,” said Mr. Chin. BC Parks is welcoming public comments on the proposed changes until April 11th, through the Columbia Lake Provincial Park website at www.env.gov.bc.ca/ bcparks/explore/parkpgs/columbia_lk/ .

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PERSPECTIVE

April 4, 2014

Historical Lens

Enter Bill 4? By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

In Steve Hubrecht’s story about Columbia Lake access in Fairmont Hot Springs (page 5), one must appreciate the idealism expressed by Mr. Chin. After all, it’s precisely this attitude one expects and hopes for in a Ministry of Environment staff member — to (in his words) “steward this piece of land as an environmental trust.” Our tax dollars pay people like him to hold such values dear to heart, to protect these tracts of wildlife for perpetuity in the context of an exploding global population and an ever-increasing demand on Earth’s resources. Yet the concerns expressed by Fairmont Outpost and Outdoors owner George Greenside are just as valid. Chin’s advice for Greenside, to send his customers 20 minutes down the road to neighbouring Canal Flats, will no doubt grate on the nerves of every entrepreneur and small business owner out there, as this loosely translates to: “either lose clients to the inconvenience or lose clients to the next community.” But this very familiar conflict of business versus conservation values appears to present the perfect opening for the application of one of our province’s newest bills. Bill 4 allows the Ministry of Environment to grant permits for a variety of research — academic, scientific, impact assessment and more — in B.C. parks. Locally, lake access via Fairmont Hot Springs in Columbia Lake Provincial Park seems like a good place to start.

Retro vintage in Radium Hot Springs Two men in suits (Casey Oliver on the left with M. Bagley on the right) pose with their pipes near the Kootenay National Park gateway entrance building in 1934. If you have any more information, e-mail us at info@cv-pioneer.com . Photo (A1438) courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Pioneer reader confesses to almost falling for April Fool’s Day prank story Dear Editor and Pioneer Staff:

Correction

In the March 28th issue of The Pioneer on page 18 it was incorrectly stated in “Judges named for coffee fest” that Kicking Horse Coffee was a participating cafe in the People’s Choice Award. While KHC is participating in Invermere’s inaugural coffee fest April 5th and 6th by hosting one of the ten festival events — a tour of their facility — the local coffee giant is not participating in the Best Overall Cafe contest.

Regarding last week’s article “Unsightly Vehicles Get the Bump”: OK, you got me, it’s an April fool’s joke right? After ranting and raving and swearing to vote for the other guy/lady in the next election, I ended by saying: “It has got to be an April Fool’s Joke?” With the voice of Homer Simpson, I said: “Wayda-minud” and looked at the article again. There it was — Implementation April 1st.

I wonder how many letters you’ll get in reaction. Tell them they were not the only ones to be fooled. Good job and please don’t tell me that they, you know — “them” — were really serious. Eric Peter Invermere Editor’s note: For more reactions to The Pioneer’s prank-filled April Fool’s Day contest and “news” story, turn to page 16.

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Fun visit to the post office yields a big surprise Dear Editor: A recent visit to the Invermere Post Office, where I regularly bring my puppy Buddy, found me shrieking and Buddy dancing, and all the post office-goers laughing and chortling. I opened my box to get my mail and POP… out came a hand! Eeeeek!! This brings a new meaning to delivery service! Buddy certainly got more adoration that day than any other. Our usual routine is to head directly into the post office receiving area, where we all see Buddy breaking away from the

crowd and racing behind the counter to say hello. Which in dog language translates to “where’s the treats?” They all seem to just love him and always have treats to give him with smiles and pats. He now thinks every shop in town has treats! Yikes. Our post office staff are just so generous, happy and helpful to deal with, supportive and go beyond their regimented duties to go the extra mile for us all. I love and appreciate these awesome postal workers to no end! Jill Unger Invermere

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I wasn’t aware of any infractions committed, so I had no idea why I was being pulled over. The officer requested that I step out of the vehicle and meet him by the trunk of the car. I could tell from his questions and body language that he was very mindful of officer

safety and had suspicions of me. The circumstances warranted that I inform the officer of my police status. We both got into our comfort zone and chatted. I asked him why he stopped me and his response was, “You and the car did not match.” I walked away from this experience with the confirmation that my look is working for me!

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Local grocery competition heats up with new No Frills By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff

Celebrate Easter With Us! THURSDAY APRIL 17 - LOBBY AREA 5pm-6pm Wine tasting with Sommelier Erin Dowsett. 6pm-9pm Live piano entertainment with Barry Moore.

Easter SUNDAY APRIL 20 Brunch $24.95 Seating times 9am,11am and 1pm Reservations required.

Dinner SUNDAY APRIL 20 Buffet $34.95 Reservations required.

A new player will be competing in Invermere’s grocery market when Joe’s No Frills opens shop in May. As the name implies, “No Frills” minimizes the capital and operating costs that eventually must be factored into the cost of grocery products. Despite the new competition, longstanding local supermarkets, Valley Foods and Sobeys, will continue operating using their different business models. “We’ve integrated organic and gluten-free into our store, which has been an ongoing process at our store for more than 13 years,” said Valley Foods owner Sidney-Anne Lapointe. Sobeys differentiates itself by offering a broad selection of groceries, which includes many local products, said store owner Brad Bromley. “And definitely by the freshness of our products,” he added. Invermere mayor Gerry Taft said the addition of No Frills won’t necessarily oversaturate the local market, as the extra competition is likely to reduce the amount of local shoppers that take their grocery lists to Cranbrook. Ms. Lapointe made a similar comment, predicting the low-price format of No Frills will not only reduce the amount of money spent in Cranbrook, but may also attract shoppers from Golden — and out-of-towners travelling to No Frills will likely make more than one stop, she said. But whatever the outcome, the Co-

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lumbia Valley Chamber of Commerce doesn’t expect No Frills to fail. “[Parent company] Loblaws did their research and decided that, economically, the Columbia Valley was a good place to do business,” said Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce executive director Susan Clovechok. “Those types of businesses do their homework.” Each No Frills has its franchisee’s first name listed before the title. Franchising the new store in Invermere is Joe Uchman, who managed a No Frills in Port Alberni before beginning his enterprise in the valley. “I come from and have lived in smaller cities my entire life,” he said, adding that he was born and raised in Prince Rupert. “I enjoy the sense of community working in a store within a smaller city. I started in the grocery business back in 1996 with Extra Foods in Prince Rupert as a part-time produce clerk, and worked my way into grocery and general merchandise after that.” Mr. Uchman moved to Port Alberni in 2004 for the opening of an Extra Foods, where he assumed the position of general merchandising manager. He was subsequently promoted to store manager before the business converted into a No Frills in 2011, where he continued his role as store manager. Construction of Joe’s No Frills is nearing completion at its location on 471 Arrow Road, between the Arrowhead Brewing Company and the entrance to Eagle Ranch. The store will open its doors for business in May. around the sun, not Earth.) Evening’s bright Jupiter slides more towards the Purcells, and Mars then Saturn come up SE. Possibilities: isolated meteors, aurora, the space station and American, Russian and Japanese crew whisking peacefully across the evening sky. Midnight April 14th to 15th there’s an eclipse of the moon. To wrap up, find a remarkable collection of pictures at http://apod.nasa.gov/ .

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Kyprios caught in the act Canadian hip hop star Kyprios macks on the mic at last year’s inaugural Invermere MusicFest — Waterfront Music Festival in August. He is returning to Invermere on Saturday, April 5th to perform at Bud’s Bar & Lounge. His current tour is promoting the release of his new LP The Midnight Sun. Turn to page 30 to learn more.

MOVIE REVIEW

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CREATIVTY BY KIDS

Photo by Nicole Trigg

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art From the Heart: part 9

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Movie Review: Anchorman 2

Reviewed by Erin Knutson Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues reinvents some laughs as Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell) begins an image restructuring as a serious news anchor at a serious network. The irony of his image overhaul is that he helps to create and reinforce the modern essence of gatekeeping news that exists today. The movie has a tendency to skip over sub plots such as Ron’s plan to reunite with his ex-wife Veronica Corningstone (Christina Applegate) and their eerily cheerful son Walter (Judah Nelson), named after news legend Walter Cronkite. Sadly Ron and Veronica’s relationship falls to pieces

in the beginning of the film and the pair end up in New York anchoring a weekend broadcast. Harrison Ford makes an appearance as their intimidating boss and announces that Veronica will replace him when he retires. Remaining true to character Ron is eventually fired for being “the worst anchor anyone has ever seen.” His self-inflated ego can’t handle being eclipsed by Veronica so he abandons the relationship, grieves, and returns to New York to pursue a serious anchor career at a 24–hour network based on a hybrid of CNN and Fox News. The absence of Veronica allows Ron to indulge in his Ronlike behavior (think loud and outlandish), much to the chagrin of CNN producer (Dylan Baker).

The sequel is somewhat formulaic and structured similarly to the first one. Ron finds himself with two rivals, a hot and up-and-coming news director Linda Jackson (Meagan Good) and an irritating nemesis, anchor Jack Lime (James Marsden). Though there are some hilarious comedic moments between the rivals, the film feels a bit like it’s been thrown together. The chemistry between Ron and Linda develops into a relationship, but fails to be believable. Adam Mckay, who directed the picture leaves the viewer hoping for something more. That being said, if you enjoyed the first one, then give the sequel a shot.

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Out & About Please call 250-341-6299 or e-mail us at info@cv-pioneer.com to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication. We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event. Please limit your submission to 30 words. Priority is given to one-off events, so weekly events may only run occasionally. Toby Theatre • Coming soon: Mr. Peabody & Sherman

Friday, April 4th • 10 - 11 a.m.: Preschoolers and Parents Plant and Play at the Community Greenhouse. Drop in program over six weeks. Activities vary. Parents or caregivers accompany the children and have an opportunity to meet other families. Although the program is informal, pre-registration online is appreciated: groundswellnetwork.ca/events-calendar . • 6 - 7 p.m.: Hula Hoop Jam at Peak Dancework (across from post office), every Friday beginning April 4th. By donation, hoops provided. Contact leahmayshoemaker@gmail.com for info. • 6 - 11 p.m.: Hang out night at the Summit Youth Centre. • 7 - 10 p.m.: Fresh Fridays open mic night at Pynelogs. All ages, licensed bar. $2 at the door. • Invermere Coffee Fest. A weekend of workshops for home brewers and baristas, kids art classes, and competition to celebrate Invermere’s Coffee Culture. Some events include barista skills, Frog Friendly workshops, a guided tour of Kicking Horse Coffee, and a Latte Art competition. Special guests include Karla from Frog Friendly Wild Coffee, Jeremy Ho, 2012 Canadian Nationals Barista champion, and Wes from Eight Ounce Coffee. Runs through to April 6th. Visit invermerecoffeefest.com for a full listing of events, or contact Theresa Wood at 250-342-9281 ext 1227. • Easter colouring contest, hosted by Be Gifted. Fundraiser for Eileen Madson Primary School PAC. Be

Gifted will donate money based on the number of entries. Children in grade 3 or under can participate. Colouring pages available at Be Gifted, or on their facebook page. Entries accepted until April 16th. For more details, visit Be Gifted’s facebook page or stop by the store.

Saturday, April 5th • 6 - 11 p.m.: DIY night at the Summit Youth Centre. • Superhero Sunfest at Panorama. A full weekend of events, including: the Peak to Valley Challenge, April 5th. Race from the summit of Panorama down a full 4,000 vertical feet through 180 giant slalom style race gates. Sign up as a team or individual; WiL and Shaun Verreault Concert, April 5th, 8:30 p.m. in the Great Hall. Tickets $25; Superhero Party at the T-bar, April 5th; and the EasyRider Snowboard Cup April 5th and 6th, a two-day banked snowboarder slalom event, April 5th and 6th. For more information, check out www.panoramaresort.com. • Peak to Valley challenge in support of the Branch Out Neurological Foundation. Skiers and Snowboarders of all ages are welcome. Event includes a banquet, silent auction, awards and prizes. Tickets available through the Branch Out Neurological Foundation. For more info, go online to www.panoramaresort.com.

Bus provided. For more information or to pre-register, contact 250-342-6416 or visit invermere.bclibrary.ca. • 5 - 9 p.m.: Documentary night at the Summit YC. • 6 p.m.: PJ Story Time at the Invermere Library. Runs the second Wednesday of each month. For more information or to pre-register, contact 250-342-6416 or visit invermere.bclibrary.ca.

Thursday, April 10th

• 7 p.m.: Bingo at the Canal Flats Civic Centre, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

• 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets weekly on Thursdays at the Curling Rink. • 12 p.m.: Seniors Luncheon at Christ Church Trinity, Special guests: staff from College of the Rockies. $5 payable at the door. RSVP by calling Theresa at 250342-9281 ext 1227. • 1:30 p.m.: Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley AGM at Christ Church Trinity. To keep our society going we need new membership and new interest. • 5 - 9 p.m.: TIPS Night “How to make or update my resume” at the Summit Youth Centre. • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Introduction to Vegetable Growing Course at the Community Greenhouse. $30, register online at: groundswellnetwork.ca/events-calendar. Course covers basics of planning and planting a home garden, with information specific to this area. • 8 p.m.: Norm Foster’s Self-Help at the Invermere Community Hall, performed by The Lake Windermere Players. Also showing April 11th and 12th at 8 p.m. and April 13th at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, April 8th

Friday, April 11th

• 5 - 9 p.m.: Hang out night at the Summit Youth Centre. • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Backyard Chickens course at the Community Greenhouse, hosted by Groundswell. $30/ adults, $10/8-16 years. Come and learn everything you need to know about raising chickens in your backyard. Register online at: groundswellnetwork.ca/events-calendar. • 7 p.m.: Cinefest movie night presents Love Is All You Need, starring Pierce Brosnan “It’s the rare love story that avoids treacly sentimentality. Even rarer is a believable romantic comedy featuring middle-aged people that avoids jokes about sagging flesh and waning libidos”. – Claudia Puig, USA Today. At Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Tickets at the door, $10. Cash bar and light refreshments. All ages. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., film begins at 7 p.m.

• 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Art from the Heart: Part 9 opening at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Columbia Valley Elementary School Art Show with over 600 pieces of art from our talented and diverse group of Elementary School aged kids from the Columbia Valley. Artists in attendance. Show runs from April 8th to 27th. • 6 - 11 p.m.: Pool tournament at the Summit YC.

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Wednesday, April 9th • 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.: Seniors’ Day at the Invermere Library on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.

Saturday, April 12th • 10 a.m.: Easter Craft Program with Vera at the Radium Public Library. All ages are welcome. • 6 p.m.: Syndicate Rail Jam series at Panorama. Open to both skiers and snowboarders. Cost $10. Come out, show your skills and have some fun. Competitors must be registered at Guest Services by 5pm. For more information, contact events@panoramaresort.com or go online to SkiPanorama.com. • 6 - 11 p.m.: Hang out night at the Summit Youth Centre.

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Team Penning/Dinner/Auction Saturday, May 10th, 2014 Sign up by May 3rd, 2014 by contacting Margaret Feldman 250-342-1607 $25/person $15/person for ages 15 and under Rib Dinner $10/person or $25/Family This is sure to be a great time! Come out and support the club in celebrating 20 years of success!

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to all the businesses and individuals that donated to this year’s 5th Annual Curling Funspiel in Canal Flats. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Home Hardware, Invermere Marks Work Warehouse, Invermere RONA, Invermere Valley Foods Windermere Valley Golf Course Fairmont Outdoors & Outpost The Farside Pub Fairmont Mountainside Market Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Mountainside Villas Smoking Waters Coffee Co. Pin-up Parlour- Camara Murphy Avon & Scentsy - Shanda Murphy Sandra Butler The Brick, Cranbrook Top Crop Garden Centre, Cranbrook Coys Par 3 Brian Woodward Fire Valley Mountain Fur Tannery Sebastien Croteau Canal Flats Family Pantry Columbia Inn Tammy Hembroff

Dale & Tammy Gertner- Gertner & Sons Wood • The Briar Patch Greenhouse • Meet on Higher Ground • Triple J Windows, Leslie Cartwright • Three Streams Engineering, Calgary • Columbia Trading Co. • Great Canadian Oil Change Cranbrook • Fairmont Pizza and Ice Cream Parlour A big thank you to all our volunteers: • Leanne Lechman • Sandra Butler • Judy & Clive Palmer • Jean & Shawn Doherty • Chris Breton • Amber Byklum • Fire Valley - Food • Matt & Doug - “The Icemen Cometh” Thank you all so much and we look forward to another great Funspiel next year!

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Upper Columbia Valley residents are in for a migratory treat in a few weeks time, when naturalist and professional speaker Brian Keating comes to town to deliver the keynote speech for the Wings Over the Rockies festival. Mr. Keating’s presentation — Migration: The Run-Away Game — dovetails nicely with this year’s festival theme of migration and draws on his years spent observing some of the largest mass movements of animals around the world. “I’ve been fortunate enough to have been able to witness some outstanding examples of migratory behaviour in Africa, Central America and Antarctica,” said Mr. Keating, describing the experiences as truly profound. “I was in Mexico last year, in some mountains just north of Mexico City, that happen to be one of the over-winter spots of monarch butterflies who fly down en-masse from further north and there were so many of them draped all over the trees,” he said. “It was like walking into a kid’s imagination, like walking into a forest filled with glittering, living leaves.” Mr. Keating’s presentation will also touch on the migratory patterns of penguins, whales, wildebeests and whooping cranes, among others, and the naturalist will draw parallels to natural phenomenon

WATCHER OF THE WILD — World renowned wildlife expert Brian Keating observes a pair of King Penguins in Antarctica. Mr. Keating is the keynote speaker at this year’s Wings Over the Rockies Festival gala on May 10th. Photo submitted back here in Canada. “I try to bring it home to a degree, so when I talk about the wildebeest migration, I’ll compare and contrast it with the bison that once roamed the plains of North America,” he said. “I’m trying to convey in a nutshell some of the wonder of migration. I want to leave people with a sense of awe at these natural systems that are in place all around the world.” The presentation will also include a slew of Mr. Keating’s photos and videos. “I have some exciting stories to tell,” he said.

The naturalist spoke with particular affection of his love of whooping cranes and the success the species has had bouncing back from the brink of extinction (relearning migratory behaviour with the help of human ultralight pilots dressed as parent whooping cranes), which will also be part of his presentation. To learn more about his world travels, visit his website at www.goingwild.org . Mr. Keating’s keynote speech will be at 8 p.m. at the festival’s gala banquet at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort on Saturday, May 10th.

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Submitted by CV Arts The ninth annual Art From the Heart Art Show is the kick off to the Pynelogs Art Gallery season. With over 660 pieces of art from our talented and diverse group of elementary kids, every available inch of Pynelogs is filled with creative, wacky, original and entertaining art from the children of the Columbia Valley, showcasing the accomplishments of these very talented emerging artists. Get a sneak peak of 20 framed art pieces at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort until April 6th. These pieces have been donated by the students and framed by Lakestyle Light & Living for the Silent Auction to raise funds for hosting this fabulous show. The Silent Auction and Art Show will continue at Pynelogs Cultural Centre starting April 8th, and will run until April 27th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and Wednesday evenings. The Opening Night Artist Event is hosted by the student artists on Friday, April 11th from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. This show wouldn’t be possible without the continued support from our sponsors. Thanks to both our event sponsors: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort for their continued support and Lakestyle Light & Living for framing all auction pieces. Other sponsors include Black Star Studios, The Book Bar, Bavin’s Glassworks, and Sign Artists and Pixel Planet Designs. A special thanks to School District #6 teachers and staff and the co-ordinators, Natalie Ruby and Anne Jardine. And a big “heart” thanks to the student artists!

NOTICE OF SITTING Water, Sewer and Local Conservation Fund Parcel Tax Roll The first sitting of the Parcel Tax Review Panel will be held at the Municipal Office at 914 - 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. on Tuesday April 15, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. The Parcel Tax Review Panel may review and correct the Parcel Tax Roll and hear complaints on one or more of the following grounds: a) there is an error or omission respecting a name or address on the parcel tax roll; b) there is an error or omission respecting the inclusion of a parcel; c) there is an error or omission respecting the taxable area or the taxable frontage of a parcel; d) an exemption has been improperly allowed or disallowed. The Parcel Tax Roll will be open for inspection at the Municipal Office during regular office hours from Friday, April 4, 2014 to Friday, April 11, 2014.

PUNK PORTRAIT — Eileen Madson Primary kindergarten student Jesse created this self-portrait using watercolour and pen. “I have a mohawk and I am thinking about dirtbiking” is his comment accompanying his work, which will be one of the 660 pieces by local elementary students on display at Pynelogs for Art in the Heart starting April 8th. Image submitted

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By Pioneer Staff The residents of our fair valley awoke last Friday, March 28th only to discover in their weekly Pioneer that their vehicles could be towed if deemed unsightly and, boy, did our readers react. The offices of the District of Invermere and The Pioneer received a wave of feedback — by phone, by email, and very loudly in person — not to mention the flood of comments on the local Facebook network. Equal amounts of outrage, disbelief and knee slapping humour were expressed — and since we began running ads promoting our April Fool’s Day contest on March 14th, we get to say: “Joke’s on you!” Our thanks to Mayor Gerry Taft and the District of Invermere council as well as district staff for playing along. Also included in our list of prankish items to spot: 1. someone who had lost their sense of humour (page 26) 2. a Nigerian prince who wanted your personal information (page 30) 3. a mislabelled travel photo (page 18) and 4. our Rob Ford Look-Alike contest (page 30). Cheers to Rory, the “winner” of the contest, who garnered 80 per cent of the votes in our online poll. Once the Invermere council approves the travel expenses (just kidding!), you will be off to Toronto as promised. A thank you to our contest sponsors (see ad below) and finally, to all of you who call the valley home — we’re already scheming for next year. The following are several of the comments our office received, which we are printing anonymously to protect these poor fools’ (said in jest!) identities: • Surely this has to be a joke!! April fool’s maybe? Vehicles with scratches? Cracked windshield? Excessive dirt? What if all you can afford is a pre-owned vehicle? Used vehicles tend to come with a few dings and scratch-

es, which, by themselves, might be far from a good enough reason to spend thousands on body work and a new paint job. I find it difficult to believe that I live in a town where the council is considering a bylaw that singles out the less fortunate in our community for a money grab to boost revenue. Where a hardworking mother from a two-income household (where both incomes may well be part time), shopping locally for her family may return to find her less-than-attractive car has been towed and a fine incurred as a result. Perhaps it has escaped the affluent council that upwards of 90 per cent of vehicles in town, or passing through town, have cracked windshields. Especially if they were driven through the park at least once this winter. Is council really trying to say that they don’t want anyone that lives on the margins in this valley to show themselves downtown? Fortunately, my wife and I own vehicles that may not fit the current definition of unsightly but you can bet that when it comes time to vote at the next municipal election we won’t be supporting any Mayor or council member that has no respect for those less fortunate in our community. Again, surely, this has to be a joke! • While reading the The Columbia Valley Pioneer of March 28th, 2014, I was not aware that there was a comedy section. What is the District of Invermere council thinking? I had to read the article a second time just to make sure I had not fallen asleep and was dreaming I was watching The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. If this bylaw is “… one of the most important bylaws we will pass this year” according to Councillor Spring Hawes, heaven help Invermere residents. Continued on page 29 . . .

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NOTICE OF CANCELLATION The regular meeting of Council for Tuesday, April 8th, 2014 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting of Council will be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office (914 – 8th Avenue) at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014. For further information please contact Kindry Luyendyk, Corporate Officer at 250 342-9218 ext#1228.

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The winners may pick up their gift certificates at The Pioneer, 8 - 1008 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. Thank you to everyone who particpated and we look forward to fooling you again next year!

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Easter is just around the corner and we are inviting the young people in our community to begin the festivities! Simply colour our Easter offering and drop off your finely crafted piece of art at The Pioneer office on or before Friday, April 11th at 4 p.m. All submissions will be entered into a draw for two custom-made Easter baskets (for one boy and one girl) filled with goodies complements of It’s A Wrap! The winners will be announced in our April 18th edition. The contest is open to children of all ages of up to Grade 6.

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YOUR MONEY Stocks and rising interest rates

It’s been a long time since Canadians experienced a rising interest rate economy, and many are unsure of what that could mean for their investment portfolios. While there is no crystal ball to show us which stocks will thrive, identifying those most affected by interest rates could play a role in avoiding stocks that may experience more difficulty than others. Stocks with high debt Falling interest rates factored heavily in the exponential growth Canadian stocks experienced during the 2000s. Profits grew as debt financing became cheaper. Today, financing costs are unsustainably cheap. Going forward, debt financing will become more expensive. This could put pressure on companies that use a lot of credit to conduct their operations. Examples are companies that operate in the utilities, pipelines and real estate sectors. While these types of companies have stable forms of revenue, they largely have to use credit to build infrastructure. Needless to say, persistent low interest rates have helped these companies a great deal, and higher interest rates could eat into their profits. Exploration/Technology On the other side of the coin are companies that require little to no infrastructure, such as those in the technology, pharmaceutical or exploration sectors. These types of companies can get away with spending fewer dollars to create profits. For example, Facebook currently has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.03. Due to the nature of

their business, they don’t have to borrow to buy many hard assets, so rising interest rates have little to no effect on their operations or profit margins. Insurance companies Insurance companies generally do well in a rising interest rate environment because they are required by law to keep mountains of cash set aside to fund future policy obligations. Most of this cash is invested in conservative or guaranteed assets, so rising interest rates generally mean higher profits. Additionally, as interest rates climb, insurance companies have the ability to encourage new business through lowering their premiums. High Competition Companies that operate in highly competitive sectors might also experience difficulties. Consider the grocery business. While it’s true that groceries are a necessity, competition in the sector is increasing, most notably from huge corporations like Walmart. Large chains like Walmart have superior purchasing power, which means they can offer items at lower prices than most of their competition. This works well for consumers, who tend to be especially price-sensitive when shopping for necessities; however, grocery stores are expensive to operate and margins are slim, so higher interest rates won’t help. Other factors During times of rising interest rates, considering a

company’s market share is essential. Monopolistic companies tend to do well in all economic environments because they can simply raise prices to offset higher borrowing costs. There are typically high barriers to entry in their fields, as they usually offer a unique or specialized product that is difficult to duplicate. Examples include Microsoft and Davis & Henderson. On the other side of the coin are companies with restricted ability to increase prices. Due to government restrictions, utility companies are often restricted from raising prices; however, they still have to meet consumer demand and put in costly infrastructure. Coupled with their need to finance most large projects, rising interest rates could cause some utilities companies to experience profitability issues. Final thoughts Since 1981, Canada has largely been in a falling interest rate environment. As interest rates begin to ascend, the country’s economic scope will start to change, and some companies that previously relied on low or falling interest rates might experience difficulties. While a company’s debt-to-equity ratio is important, it’s not the only thing to consider. Company analysis is far more complex than just debt, and companies take on debt for many different reasons. Further, there are many other aspects besides debt that affect a company’s profitability. Rest assured, however, the loss of one opportunity always makes room for another. The challenge is in figuring out where.

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‘The Big Jer Affair’ powers up Pano By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff As Syndicate Board Shop’s co-owner Jer Donald continues his recovery after surviving a near-fatal avalanche, those close to him are inviting the valley to Panorama Mountain Village tonight (Friday, April 4th) to share their love and encouragement. From 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the Great Hall, guests will be able to relay their support to Jer through multiple platforms. “Write a message and get your picture taken, leave a video message, drink a Keith’s (or 10), and pass around positive vibes for the big man’s recovery,” reads the event’s page of Facebook. As a major focus of the event, all of the media produced tonight will be sent to Jer while he recovers in the hospital. The social will be very community-oriented, and is open to friends who want to send a message or be there to show their support for Jer, said Pete Bourke who helped to organize the event. “It’ll be social and lively, and full of smiles,” he said. “We want to focus on the social side and capture some great images of friends being together.” Panorama was chosen as the location because of interest from the community to do something at the resort, as Jer’s been involved there for years both directly

and indirectly, Pete said. He also said that since the accident, a strong community initiative has brought about tremendous support, and the event will focus much heavier on the social support rather than financial. “We’re really focused on everyone getting together.” However, there will be a silent auction and some live bidding as a small portion of the evening. The items will be provided largely from the extended community and the ski and snowboard industry. To take a free shuttle to the resort, Panorama’s shuttle bus will be collecting passengers at Sobeys at 9:03 p.m. and 10:13 p.m. For guests who are planning on an early night, shuttles will be leaving the Ski Tip Lodge at 9:35 p.m. and 10:45 p.m. The full bus schedule is available at www.panoramaresort.com/mountain-valley-shuttle. Guests who plan to stay later should visit the event page “The Big Jer Affair” on Facebook, which will list the times of later shuttles. The late buses have been booked specifically for the event, but exact details were not available at press deadline. “We want people to have a great time without feeling restricted and having to worry about getting home that night,” said Pete. The Big Jer Affair also features live music from L8, and is welcoming to friends of all ages. There will be no cover charge.

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Generous grant ready for aspiring learners Submitted by the Columbia Valley Community Foundation A philanthropist is someone who seeks to enhance the welfare of others through giving. In this regard, Arnold Ellis epitomizes philanthropy. Mr. Ellis, a long-time resident of Canal Flats, bequeathed his estate to the Columbia Valley Community Foundation in order that others would have the educational opportunities that were not available to him. A self-made man with a Grade 8 education, Mr. Ellis left his estate of over $1.4 million dollars as a permanent endowment scholarship fund to the Foundation to provide scholarships and bursaries to support young people in reaching their potential through education. The Arnold Ellis Scholarship Fund generates approximately $60,000 annually in interest, which is to

be disbursed as scholarships and bursaries to youth. Mr. Ellis specifically requested that his donation be used for young people who resided in the Columbia Valley, between Canal Flats and Spillimacheen, in their early life. The scholarship fund is intended to support current and former residents between the ages of 17 and 35, who wish to pursue accredited post secondary education or training in the trades, college, technical school, university or any other educational upgrading. Some examples of possible expenditures are tuition, tools, books and accommodation while attending school. The Columbia Valley Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Arnold Ellis Scholarship Fund from April 1st through the 30th. For more information and the application forms, please visit www.valleyfoundation.ca .

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A LION’S HEART — Former Canal Flats resident Arnold Ellis, pictured here with wife Millie, left more than $1 million to the Columbia Valley Community Foundation in his will. File photo

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PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT

The family of Phil Geiger invite his friends to drop in and wish Phil a Happy 90th Birthday! At Safta’s restaurant “formerly McToogles, Myrtles, Askeys”. Between 2 - 4 p.m. on Sun. April 13th. No gifts or cards by request please, just pop in for a visit and have a drink on Phil! This is a moment in time to share with friends and family.

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7:15 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call 250-3428255.

Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open. Notice of Annual General Meeting. Windermere Valley Rural Range Patrol. 2014 Annual General Meeting will be held at the Windermere Community Hall on Wednesday, April 16th at 7:30 p.m.

BUDGET CONSULTATION Village of Radium Hot Springs Council hereby gives notice that the proposed 2014-2018 Financial Plan is now available for public review by obtaining a copy from the Village’s office or website: www. radiumhotsprings.ca. Written submissions are invited from the public up to 4 p.m. on Tuesday April 8th.

THANK YOU Thank you all for the cards, phone calls, food, snacks and many visits. A Big thanks to Rocky River Grill for letting us use the restaurant for Aaron Karl’s celebration of life. Love, the Karls and Mennear Family!

OBITUARY

CHARLES HATHAWAY Charles Hathaway of Parksville, B.C. died Monday, March 24th, after a brave battle with ALS. He was a Texan whose work as a petroleum landman brought him to Calgary, where he met and married the former Bernice Stoddart of Windermere in 1955. The wedding took place in Athalmer at the Catholic church there with a reception following at Skookum Inn. The valley was always a second home to them during their 58 years of marriage, but from 1987 to 1997, they resided permanently in Invermere, where Charles served a term as Lion’s Club President and was Chair of the Parish Council of Church of the Canadian Martyrs. He also worked as a realtor for Windermere Realty Ltd. Besides his wife, he is survived by sons Jim of Tucson, AZ. and Mark (wife Maritza) of Toronto as well as granddaughter Jamila in Toronto and his sister, Delores Larson in Texas. Last summer Charles celebrated his 85th birthday in Invermere with a dinner at Strand’s. The family is grateful for friends and memories made in the valley. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the ALS Society of B.C., 1233 – 13351 Commerce Parkway, Richmond, B.C. V6V 2X7 Condolences @ bchath@shaw.ca

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to Kari at Best Paints for choosing the best colours!

Steamboat Mountain

MUSIC FESTIVAL

LAUNCH PARTY! Edgewater Hall Friday, April 18th 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. • Free admission • Dessert, coffee and tea • Open Mic featuring some of the local festival performers • Early-bird discount Festival Tickets

www.steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca Narcotics Anonymous meeting now available. Thursdays at 8 p.m. Call 250-342-1071 for more info.

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to Mayer Dee Conklin for her generous help in getting the address for the B.C. Children’s Hospital Foundation with her phone so that our Great GrandDaughter Kayla’s donation letter gets to the above. P.O. staff are all number one helpers. Cheers to all the organizers, volunteers, certified guides, and skiers at PASS on Pano! You make a lot of people, young and older, happy and excited to get out skiing every weekend! Cheers to RK Heli Ski pilots, guides, staff and management for your voluntary service to this community in the rescue and transport of people injured in the backcountry. You don’t have to do it, but you do. This community is ever grateful.

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APRIL FOOLS CHEERS AND JEERS

Cheers to Nick and Mark. You guys did a really great job for me.

Jeers to all the folks who raged about the Unsightly Vehicles article. Cheers to the folks with a sense of humour. April Fools!

Cheers to Crissanna. You bring light and love into all you do. You are loved.

JEERS to the unsightly vehicle bylaw! What a joke. It’s spring. Vehicles are going to get dirty.

Cheers to those of you who did acts of civil disobedience to destroy those horrid deer traps! You have my support.

Jeers to town council. So you are ashamed enough to create a vehicle dress code to hide the less wealthy citizens from the money spending tourists. This is ridiculous because the people driving these “dirty, scratched cars” are a direct representation of an average hard working resident with an average income in Invermere. This makes me sick.

Cheers to my “snow angels” Wayne and Wiley! You are truly wonderful neighbours! Cheers to Mayor Gerry Taft and the D.O.I. council for formally objecting to the Provincial Government squandering B.C. taxpayer dollars on the Jumbo Resort Municipality. Cheers to the management, staff and customers of A&W for a great four years!

APRIL FOOLS CHEERS AND JEERS Jeers to the DOI council for going off the deep end with the new bylaw to tow up to 10 unsightly vehicles a day starting Apr. 1st; simple math suggests that over the next 6 mo (180 days) some 1,800 vehicles will be towed; that pretty much includes one car from every second house in town. Hopefully this will just translate into an April Fools Day joke. JEERS: Huge jeers to the new dirty vehicle bylaw. Look where we live! People travel to use our backcountry. Let’s see how long this lasts. Jeers to Invermere council for passing the “unsightly car law” this is an abrupt and uncivil way of tackling council’s poor money management. Once again the poor locals will pay.

LOST AND FOUND Found: Camera up Brewer on March 19th 2014. Phone to identify, 250347-9708. Found: A black Samsung flip top phone at the Harrogate postal boxes on Hwy 95. Call Cathy at 250348-2388. Found: Samsung phone near Wilmer towards Munn Lake. Call 250-342-6918 to identify.

STORAGE NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available. Now with climate-controlled units. Call 250-342-3637. STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park: 250-342-3166.

COMMERCIAL SPACE For Lease: Micro office space, Panache Bldg., 250 - 300 sq. ft. each. All new, available immediately. Phone 250-342-5805. Koffee Kweens coffee shop space in Invermere available for lease effective April 1st. All leaseholds in place. Contact Karl at 250-2700049. Retail opportunity in Invermere. 2,100 sq. ft. located on Main St. Rare vacancy in the busiest area of town. Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity, call now 250-2700570, ask for Josh. Short or long term okay. Downtown Invermere. Office Space for rent in the middle of Main Street. Approx. 300 sq. ft., first floor, renovated. Contact Ben for more info. 250-688-0362.

COMMERCIAL SPACE

UP TO 6 MONTHS RENT FREE 1,000–1,400 square feet of

RETAIL/OFFICE/COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE HIGH-TRAFFIC FRONTAGE Fairmont Village Mall.

CALL 250-341-7345

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COMMERCIAL SPACE

SUITE FOR RENT

MOBILE HOME

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE 20 x 25 heated shop $450/mo, first and last D.D. required. 24 x 36 shop power included, propane heat at tenant’s expense, $650/mo first and last D.D. required. Contact New House Multi Storage 250-342-3637.

Fairmont - spacious walk out basement apartment. 2-bdrm, 2 bath. $800/mo including utilities. Washer/Dryer. Pets possible. References needed. 250-752-7277.

12x60, 2-bdrm Mobile Home with addition and deck in very good shape, propane furnace and modern wood stove for $4,000 O.B.O, Must be moved. To view call 250-347-6420.

Radium: Spacious bright 2-bdrm, 1-bath, shared laundry, shared large back yard. $600/mo + D.D. + hydro. 250-347-9970.

HOUSE FOR SALE

ACCOMMODATION WANTED Wanted to rent preferably a 2-bdrm house. I have a twelve-year-old lab with arthritis, who sleeps most of the day. N/S, have to move by the end of May. Well known with many excellent references. Please phone 250-347-9692. Anything from Edgewater to Windermere.

SUITE FOR RENT Invermere: affordable 1-bdrm and 2-bdrm apartments. $600 - $800/ mo. Includes all utilities. 250-3411182. Radium: 4-bdrm, 2-bath basement suite. W/D, N/P, N/S, no partiers. $1,100/mo, + utilities. References required. 250-342-6010. Radium: Fully furnished units for rent. Bedsitting, 1-bdrms, 2-bdrms. N/S, pets negotiable. Call Joan at 250-342-7517 to view and check availability. Rent includes heat, hydro, cable and all linens. STARTING AT $500/mo. Two 2-bdrm suites available immediately in Windermere 4-plex, one furnished. All appliances. Large decks, yard, lake views. Pets considered $750/mo. 250-4097435, email shellimilley@gmail. com. INVERMERE CENTRE: 1-bdrm apartment, available immediately, central location, parking at your door, laundry on site, one year lease, N/P, N/S. Call Sharon 250688-1365. Bright, quiet 1-bdrm suite near Fairmont, partially furnished or unfurnished, beach access, No W/D, N/S, N/P, $550 + Hydro, D.D. call 250-341-1374.

1-bdrm apartment in Radium, fully furnished, available immediately. Call 250-409-4100. 1,000 sq. ft. suite for rent on Greywolf Drive in Panorama. Mostly furnished. Utilities included. Call 403-502-0752.

CONDO FOR RENT 2-bdrm condo near Sobeys, N/S, N/P. $700/mo, call 250-342-6255. Canal Flats: 2-bdrm, 1.5-bath with in-suite laundry. 1,000 sq. ft. of beautiful, comfortable, living space in quiet neighbourhood. $700/month + utilities. Available immediately. Call 403-873-8158 or e-mail canalcondo@live.ca . Serious inquiries only.

HOUSE FOR RENT Modern new Invermere furnished home for rent May 1st to Sept 30th to responsible single or couple. Dates and rent negotiable. See picture in invermere.ca rentals. Phone 250-688-8800. Invermere: Near schools and downtown. 4-bdrm, 2 bath house on a large triple lot, with outside hot tub. $1,600/mo + utilities + D.D., N/P, N/S. Available May 1st. Call 403-246-6680.

Three bedroom duplex in Invermere, $204,999. Phone 250342-7528. Must sell, moving closer to my daughter. 2-bdrm, 1 bathroom, large fenced yard, great views to the north. 250-342-0247.

CONDO FOR SALE Unit 122, Riverstone Villas, Radium Hot Springs, 3-bdrm, garage, $170,000. Call 250-342-7608.

MISC. FOR SALE

NEED A PASSPORT or VISA PHOTO? ...guaranteed to meet Passport specifications or your money back or complimentary re-take! Walk-ins accepted; appointments preferred. Ready in an hour. KRS Photography Printing - Picture Framing 505-7th Avenue Invermere Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 or by appointment. Look for the red door behind the Invermere Laundromat! www.kimberleyrae.ca or 250-342-5102 Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net

Quality Top Soil and Manure. $160 per dump truck load, $90 per pick-up load. Well-aged cow manure, $100 per pickup load. Delivery extra. Call 250-342-1268.

Water treatment and purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners and conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-342-5089.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning. Environmentally friendly products. Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca .

2001 Kawasaki 800 Vulcan. 12,000 km. saddle bags, crash bar. Beautiful shape. Asking $4,800 OBO. To view, contact 250-3415524.

SERVICES

Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning and inspections. Call AQUAIR today! 250-342-5089.

20% off Wood Blinds expires April 14th “Wonderful experience & pleasure working with Shannon and her team. I would highly recommend Shannon’s blinds.” Karla New – “Drapery & much more” Phantom Retractable Screen Doors Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749.

LOCAL ARTISTS! Black Star is looking for some local talent to host some super cool workshops this summer! We’ve got the space; you bring the supplies and teach! Call the shop for more details 250-342-6663! Get creative, get inspired, get in here and teach some art! info@blackstarstudios. ca.

MOBILE HOME 12 x 68 3 bdrm. Mobile home for sale. $38,000.00. New tin roof, new bathroom kitchen cabinets, laminate throughout. Large deck with mountain view, brand new professionally installed wood stove. Hiking and mountain bike trails right out your door. Five minutes to Radium and Invermere. Call Shannon at 250-342-5117 or Al 250-427-0452.

SERVICES

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Fiona Wilfley, AEP Intuitive Reader

“Supporting Mindful Living”

RPC, CTSS

HELP WANTED

House Cleaning: Affordable and experienced eco-friendly residential cleaning services. 250342-5321.

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.

Immaculate House Care available for new clients. Call 250-341-1371.

HELP WANTED Employer: Gerry’s Gelati 1045 7th Ave. Invermere B.C. Position: Food Counter Attendant Job Duties: Serving customers, preparing food, preparing drinks, cleaning Terms of employment: Full-time, year-round, permanent Wage: $11/hr Benefits: N/A Location: Invermere Contact: Apply in person or send resume to gerry@gerrysgelati.com Skill requirements, education, experience: None required

FUBUKI SUSHI - Now accepting applications for servers. Will be hiring in April for long-term employment. Please apply in person with resume. 315 3rd Ave Athalmer. 250-342-2442. Dusk Building Systems is currently hiring employees for their truss and wall panel plants. Please submit resume to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com or fax to 250-342-3427. Local electrical contractor looking for journeyman electrician or 4th year apprentice. Wage depending on experience. Email resume to ekelectric@telus.net.

Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated

492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

Kim Collens

Representative

toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671

kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com

Recipe Of The Week

MAPLE MUSTARD SALMON 1 lb (454 g) Salmon Filet, ¼ cup Pure Maple Syrup bone removed, and 4 tsp Dijon or Grainy cut into 4 pieces Dijon Mustard ¼ cup Margarine 1 tsp low sodium Soy Sauce Heat oven to 425 degrees. Arrange salmon in an 8 inch baking dish. Melt margarine; combine with mustard, soy sauce and maple syrup. Pour mixture over salmon. Bake for 12 minutes or until salmon flakes with a fork. Serve hot with extra sauce poured over top. See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

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Power Facilitation and Counselling Donna Power

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0911611 BC LTD o/a Tim Hortons 496 Highway 93/95 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K2

Part and Full Time Positions Available Start date: ASAP

Food Service Supervisor Food Counter Attendant Permanent, Shift Permanent, Shift

Job Description Available in Store Job Description Available in Store 7 positions available 12 positions available No education required No education or experience required. One to two years experience required. Nights/overnights/early mornings/ Nights/early mornings/weekends weekends. $12.12/hour + medical/dental/group $10.25/hour + medical/dental/group benefits. benefits.

Apply in person, via email (timhortons.invermere@ gmail.com) or by fax (250-341-3177) for both positions.

Now Hiring A&W Restaurant, Invermere, has immediate openings for FULL-TIME permanent Food Counter Attendants. 4 Full-Time Day & Evening Positions – Kitchen and Front Counter (up to 40 hours/week) $10.25 - $11.50/hr (based on experience) We offer a friendly work environment, shared benefits plan, scholarship program and opportunities for advancement. Successful applicants will be required to perform the following duties: • Cook and assemble food such as sandwiches, hamburgers, salads, milkshakes, portion and wrap food or place it on plates for service to patrons, package food for take-out orders, cleaning of production area. • Serve customers at counter and in drive-thru, handle payment transactions, cleaning of dining and front counter area. • Stock refrigerators and follow A&W and BC Provincial standards for food safety and quality, and record keeping. • Pleasantly and honestly interact with customers and fellow team members. Please apply in person or online at www.aw.ca

BULK TRUCK DRIVER Canwest Propane has an opening for a Bulk Truck Driver in the Invermere area. Why work for us? We offer: • Full-time work, year-round • Competitive benefits package including a flexible health and dental plan, pension plan, employee share ownership plan and paid vacation • Annual bonus eligibility • Paid health and safety training • Great team environment with opportunities for advancement • and much more! Qualifications: • Min. 5 years trucking experience • Class 3 license with air ticket • Valid delivery and safety courses; Emergency First Aid, WHMIS and TDG would be an asset although training is available • Propane-related experience is an asset Interested candidates are invited to apply with resume and current driver abstract by Fax at 250-341-3232 or in person at the Invermere Branch located at 1314 Industrial Rd. 3

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1-877-646-5890 info@fairmontcreek.ca www.fairmontcreek.ca Fairmont Creek Property Rentals offers vacation accommodations from 1 bedroom rustic cabins to 5 bedroom luxury townhomes in Fairmont Hot Springs.

Housekeeping Manager Full-time, temporary (covering Maternity Leave)

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of our busy housekeeping department ensuring the highest quality standards are met. We seek a team player to lead the team in a positive, respectful and engaging manner with a strong sense of responsibility, along with excellent organizational and motivational skills and an eye for detail. Learn more and view other opportunities at www.fairmontcreek.ca/jobs or forward your resume to info@fairmontcreek.ca

HELP WANTED

Shadybrook RV Resort in Windermere requires a Maintenance Labourer starting April 1st. This is a F/T seasonal position. Must be energetic and physically fit. Email resume to lake@shadybrookresort.com.

Strands is seeking a chef with 3 to 5 years experience in European and Canadian fine dining to start immediately. This is a hands on position. Apply to Tony Wood at tony@strandsrestaurant.com or 250-342-6344.

Black Forest Restaurant is looking for a F/T Server. Previous experience in fine dining required. Email or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@blackforestrestaurant. com.

Please see more career ads on pages 27 & 30.

Early Riser

Veli HOLDINGS LTD DBA DAIRY QUEEN Invermere 350 Laurier St., Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K7

Food Service Supervisor for Dairy Queen Permanent, full-time, shift, overtime, weekend, day, evening $13 hourly, for 40 hours per week Completion of high school. Experience an asset Specific Skills: • Supervise and co-ordinate activities of staff who prepare and portion food • Establish work schedule • Estimate and order ingredients and supplies • Ensure food service and quality control • Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage • Prepare and submit reports • Supervise and check assembly of trays • Supervise and check delivery of food trolleys • Establish methods to meet work schedules • Train staff in job duties, sanitation and safety procedures

Serving treats to the Valley since 1981

We are looking for a well organised individual that likes to start the day early. You have to be physically fit and able to lift 20 pounds with no problem. Some computer skills required.

Your domain includes these responsibilities; • Packing and slicing of our buns and breads • Picking and arranging whole sale orders • Processing of invoices and printing labels on the computer • Assisting the bakers in the production of baked goods • Help cleaning and maintaining our bakery We offer: Competitive wages Great team environement to work in Year-round employment, 30 to 40 hours per week Health care benefits Please send your resume to Quality Bakery (1981)Ltd. Box 519 Invermere V0A 1K0 Peter @InvermereBakery.com

Fax resume to 250-344-2220 or email: dqgoldenjobs@yahoo.ca Attn: Mr. Neal VanBeers

Columbia Valley Arts Council

Assistant Gallery Curator 2014 Season

Full-time/seasonal – April 15th to September 1st The Pynelogs Art Gallery & Cultural Centre, home of the Columbia Valley Arts is the local community arts council that supports the Columbia Valley arts community. We are currently looking for an Assistant Gallery Curator to assist the Gallery Manager in administrative matters and gallery responsibilities. Working with the Gallery Manager, the Assistant Gallery Curator oversees the coordination of the Galleries’ curatorial program, assisting with hanging, installing and displaying the Art Gallery Shows, market summer programs and events, cash handling and financial transactions, promote the arts council, assist in registrations/ticket sales, administrative matters and front line sales in the Gift Shop & Gallery. Attention to detail, good organizational skills, ability to work without supervision, motivated, dependable and professional with strong communication and people skills for dealing with the public. Hours of work: full-time up to 40 hours per week, including weekends and some evenings. Rate of pay: depending on experience. Requirements: Post Secondary Student returning to school in 2014. Interest in arts an asset. Business experience necessary. Mature, responsible and quick-thinking. Sense of humor a must! Deadline for applications is April 7th, 2014. Please forward covering letter and resume by email: Columbia Valley Arts Council, Jami Scheffer – Executive Director & Gallery Manager Phone 250-342-4423 • Email: info@columbiavalleyarts.com

We’re looking for a Marketing Assistant This role requires an organized, articulate English speaker with strong writing, communication, presentation, teamwork and interpersonal skills to: • Assist with in-resort graphic design needs. • Assist with online reputation management including website, social media, email blasts. • Maintain collateral throughout the resort and Columbia Valley. Experience and requirements include a post-secondary education with a marketing/graphic design focus or equivalent, ability to work under pressure while maintaining a high accuracy of detail, proven knowledge of web authoring tools, database management, Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefits package with access to all resort amenities. Please forward your resume to hr@fhsr.com, attention David Sheedy, or call 250.345.6004. SHOP

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Pure Massage is hiring for the summer season.

Serving treats to the Valley since 1981

Employment opportunities for cheerful, responsible, energetic team members who will enjoy serving our customers!

FULL and PART-TIME Sales Clerks/Baristas If you like to work in a friendly, quick-paced, enjoyable environment, we wish to talk to you! Apply with resume to the bakery (1305 – 7th Ave., Invermere B.C.) Email resume with cover letter to peter@invermerebakery.com Fax with cover letter to 250-342-4439 Quality Bakery (1981) Ltd. Great People! Great Service!

We are looking for a part-time Deli Clerk for our busy retail and wholesale Meat & Delicatessen store in Invermere, B.C. The position would start May thru to the end of August (with a possibility of extension).

The successful applicant must be energetic, friendly and able to work independently and in a team environment. As well, the successful applicant must be able to priotize, multitask and work in an organized, timely and efficient manner. Wage to be negotiated. Apply by fax to: 250-342-9651 Email: info@koenigmeat.com Mail to: Box 68, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 or drop off at 1210 7th Avenue.

Carrière Stimulante Commence Chez Nous. Human Resources Advisor (PE-02) Banff Field Unit or Lake Louise, Yoho & Kootenay Field Unit Salary: $62,657 to $69,545 per year To Apply please visit our website:

www.pc.gc.ca/mpcareers Conseiller ou conseillère en ressources humaines – PE-02 Unité de gestion Banff ou Unité de gestion du secteur de Lake Louise et des parcs nationaux Yoho et Kootenay Salaire : De 62 657 $ à 69 545 $ par année Pour présenter une demande, visitez notre site sur les carrières à :

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Myth: Change your ads all the time. Readers get tired of the same thing. Reality: Develop a good campaign, or theme for your ads. Stick with that one campaign, and only make small changes of headlines or details. Call Dean at 250-341-6299 to find out more.

Full and part-time positions available. Please email resume to jody@puremassagepanorama.com.

If serving customers in a fast paced environment, letting your inner chef come out, helping in production and keeping the workplace clean and organized, sounds like the thing for you to do, we would like to meet you!

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www.columbiavalleypioneer.com • Email: info@cv-pioneer.com

NOW HIRING

F/T or P/T experienced Bartenders or Servers. Must be available weekends & evenings.

Pioneer Classifieds

SPOT THE DEALS!

F/T, year-round experienced line cooks. Must be available weekends & evenings. Apply in person or by email to horsethiefpub@telus.net or fax 250-3470-9987

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250-341-6299 • info@cv-pioneer.com

7538 Mail St. E., Radium Hot Springs, B.C.

Do you love computers? Are you creative? Would you like to combine those two skills into a career as an ad designer? Then we might have the perfect job for you. The Golden Star (9-month maternity leave) is currently seeking a full-time ad designer for ourInvermere award-winningValley newspaper. Excellent The Echo is seeking an Advertising Sales typing skills are needed, and preference will be representative for our weekly newspapers and magazine publications given to candidates with advanced computer inskills theinColumbia Valley. WeInDesign have an programs such as Adobe andopening for a full-time, nine month maternity leave fianll ability position commencing immediately. Photoshop. However, to think outside the box, be flexible and work as part our team are We are looking for someone with prior experience in a sales equally important skills in this position. We are position, with atostrong definitely prepared train the knowledge right candidate.of sales and marketing and with aThissuccessful track record; someone who has strong written and is a full-time, Monday to Friday position.

Sales Representative

verbal communications, organizational and exceptional customer

Black Press is Canada’s largest privately held, relations newspaper skills; knowledge independent company withand more proficiency in MS Office/MAC OS is a150 requirement. The ideal candidate must be motivated and take than community newspapers and associated initiative and to 19 sell multiple work with existing customers publications dailies, located inproducts, B.C., Alberta, Washington Ohiosales and Hawaii. and find ways toState, grow and Ifincome. you are community focused, success-oriented and Awant valid driver’s a reliable to live in one oflicence B.C.’s mostand beautiful areas vehicle are a must. wantdescribes to hear from you, you. Send resume with your resume and cover letter to Ifwethis please submit cover letter and work related references by June the attention of: 11, to: Janet Crandall-Swaffield, Publisher Fagerholm Rose-Marie The Golden Star Publisher 413A 9th Ave. N. (Box 149) PO Box 70, #8, 108-8th Avenue Golden, B.C. V0A 1H0 • Fax: 250-344-7344 Invermere, e-mail: publisher@thegoldenstar.netBC, V0A1K0

publisher@invermerevalleyecho.com

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Splurging into spring Clockwise from the top left, Electro Social Club creatively lured dancers to the floor at Bud’s Bar and Lounge on Friday, March 28th (Photo by Dan Walton); on Tuesday, April 1st, the Columbia Valley Hospice Society celebrated its new office space with by hosting an open house at its location in the Frater Landing courtyard, which coincided with the end of their first fiscal year. Pictured from the left is board member Barb Smith, Sharlene Scofield, Sylvia Walker, executive director Marie Kliavkoff, and president of the board Catrien Dainard (Photo by Dan Walton); Edgewater’s Sheberdean helped to put the “M” in WAM! on Saturday, March 29th, as the Wine, Arts, and Music celebration at Eagle Ranch Resort brought about several performers for the Columbia Valley Arts Council fundraiser (Photo by Erin Knutson); six-year-old Jackpine Dainard took his aim at the targets to win some fun prizes during Panorama Mountain Resort’s Hawaiian Luau celebration on Saturday, March 29th (Photo by Laura Penney); later that night was Shred Kelly rocking the house with their concert at the T-Bar; pictured again at the Shred Kelly show are two excited fans that were eagerly awaiting the band’s arrival.

. . . ‘Mayor’ on page 3 The Pioneer attempted to contact the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development for comments on the topic, but did not receive a reply prior to press deadline. For coverage of the discussion at the last Invermere council meeting, see last week’s Pioneer story “Invermere council balks at $1 million for Jumbo” on page 3.

Panorama caters to Fairmont ski pass holders By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff The ski hill at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort will cease operations for the season after Sunday, April 6th, but passholders have been granted an extended season by Panorama Mountain Village. Starting on the first day that the hill is closed at Fairmont, Monday, April 7th, those with a season’s ski pass will have their membership honoured at Panorama until the end of its season, which this year falls on Sunday, April 20th. “Because we’re open quite a bit longer than we normally are, we thought we’d

give them an opportunity to come and check out Panorama,” said Panorama Mountain Village marketing manager Scott Morgan. “If they haven’t been here for a few years then it’s an opportunity for them to come and see the ski hill again.” This is the first year that Panorama has offered the ski swap promotion and it is not a cross-marketing collaboration between the two resorts. A call to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort was not returned by press deadline. Another way to ski free at Panorama for the rest of the 2013-2014 season is to purchase a pass for next season. The cost of an individual pass for the 2014-2015 season will be the same as last year, again with a 25 per cent discount if purchased before Sunday, May 31st.

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Canadian comedy icon on his way to Christ Church Trinity “I’m very, very lucky to be doing what I do,” said Mr. Elliott of his career. A lot of his work involves political humour and some of his new work revolves around tales of Canadian talent, comedian, musician, storyteller and burnt toast. “You take the small life and make it interesting.” writer Lorne Elliot, whose signature showpiece is on top “It’s important to pay attention to the audience, if of his head (he was popular before carrot top), is com- something gets a big reaction and becomes the zeitgeist mencing a tour of his latest show of you roll with it,” said the self-depcomedy and music theatre, which recating performer. will grace the Columbia Valley at The larger-than-life one-man the Christ Church Trinity in Invershow creates something dynamic, mere on Tuesday, April 15th. zany, and intelligent that chalMr. Elliott’s performance will lenges the audience to examine include his latest monologues, songs, their perceptions about the world and a rendition of classic pieces made around them. new and revamped again. Lorne Elliot has toured across “I’ve taken what I’ve written Canada, the U.S. and Australia. and improved it, which is a lot of Mr. Elliot has been a regular on The fun. It’s fun to draw from material Just For Laughs Festival and Comway back, integrate it, mix it up, edy Variety Specials. The comedic and write new stuff. It’s a good powerhouse also had his own CBC place to be in,” said Mr. Elliot. Radio Comedy Series “Madly Off Mr. Elliott was forthcoming In All Directions” which ran for 11 about his 40-year journey on stage seasons. He is also a successful playand hinted that much of his matewright and author. rial comes from real life experience. Tickets are available at The “It’s different as you get older; A LOTTA LAUGHS — Comedian Lorne Book Bar and Pynelogs, $20 you get a different perspective.” He Elliot, perhaps best known for his zany hairdo adults and $10 students. Call for referred to his changing perspective and CBC Radio Comedy Series, is bringing more info 250.342.4423 or check as something that has enriched his his latest show to Invermere on April 15th. out the event at www.columbia work and given it dimension. Photo submitted valleyarts.com By Erin Knutson Pioneer Staff

. . . ‘Pioneer prank’ on page 16 Council acknowledged that they did not want to hurt tourism traffic so the bylaw only applies to B.C. motorists — do they realize that tourists from other areas of B.C. come to Invermere? And how will removing “unsightly” vehicles reduce road maintenance and save taxpayers a significant amount of money? I had no idea that chipped windshields and scratches caused potholes. And then there is the double standard. That is a relief! When I come from Calgary with a dirty scratched car looking through the cracks in my windshield I will be secure in the knowledge that I won’t be towed. It sounds like the bylaw is just a tool to remove illegally parked vehicles and boost windshield, car wash and towing sales. What about tourism? Jeers to you District of Invermere council! Maybe Toronto’s mayor is smoking crack, but all of Invermere’s council seems to be on the pipe. But then again, the bylaw comes into enforcement on April 1st, perhaps this is just an April Fool’s joke . . . ha ha on us. • In the 1980s, I cannot remember the year, we

(my husband and I) applied for an exchange student and we were delighted to welcome a lovely girl from Germany. There were only two exchange students that year. The home the other student was billeted to was not successful, so because the girls were friendly and the other student had to get out of the home, we asked her if she would like to bunk in with us. We had a four-bedroom house with one bathroom. We were a bit crowded, but we got along really well and became good friends. The next week we billeted the second student out to people who were really good to her . To get to the story, our family does not pull any pranks on April 1st — the day is the same as any other day. We heard a ruckus outside and our temporary student came running to the door very agitated and screams: “THERE’S A BEAR OUT THERE” and proceeded to scream and jump on the bed and keep screaming for me to come and look... Well, then she said April Fool’s. I just about grabbed her and shook her, I was so embarrassed. But we all had a good laugh. • Level with me — the article “Unsightly vehicles to get the bump” is an April Fool’s joke, no?

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

914 – 8th Avenue, PO Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Tel: (250) 342-9281 • Fax: (250) 342-2934

NOTICE

of Watermain Flushing The municipality will be flushing its community water system April and May. This program, carried out twice yearly, is necessary to maintain the quality of our water supply. There may be some short interruptions in the water service and temporary discoloration of water as a result of the sediment and organic materials that are being flushed from the water mains. During this period, disinfection by chlorination will be continued. To assist the Public Works Department during the flushing operation, users are advised that if they are experiencing persistent discoloration or odour problems with the water, to immediately notify the Municipal Office and explain the nature of the problem. The District apologizes for any inconveniences caused by this operation. For further information, please telephone the municipal office at 250-342-9281.

Box 159, 8853 Grainger Rd., Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 • Fax: 250-349-5460 • village@canalflats.ca

REQUEST FOR QUOTE AND EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Village of Canal Flats is requesting Expressions of Interest from potential contractors to provide a branding and communications strategy proposal The Contactor will be responsible to provide their professional background and experience, the methods to attract new residents and young families to the Village of Canal Flats, identification of likely and the type of tourists and identification of activities that would engage travelers and a visitor profile. The Contractor will provide the branding strategy to have full buy in to the brand from the community and to provide the best showcase to the Village’s distinct personality. The Contractor will provide an assessment and focus working sessions with Council and community members, research existing economic sources and from these sources, provide a brand and blueprint which will outline who is the Village of Canal Flats, what does the Village stand for, what is unique about the Village and what are the compelling reasons to visit, live in or do business in the Village. The Contractor will provide a logo creation, a refresh to the current website, a communication strategy, guidelines for the brand and revised values to match the defined personality. The Contractor will provide a launch campaign for the Village through a combination of press releases, public relations, email announcements and advertising. The Contractor will provide a measurement process to follow up with surveys to determine effectiveness of the branding and information. The Contractor will provide a flat fee for the project and a timeline schedule. The lowest quote will not necessarily be accepted Expressions of interest must be submitted to the email contact above or through hard copy to the Village of Canal Flats at Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C., V0B 1B0 on or before 4 p.m., April 18th, 2014. Brian Woodward Chief Administrative Officer

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

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April 4, 2014

Brisco Riding Club Kyprios brings latest album to Bud’s Annual Spaghetti Dinner

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff

When hip-hopper Kyprios releases new music, he almost always stops in Invermere to share it with his fans in the valley — and his latest release is no exception. North Vancouver’s Kyprios, who first found commercial success working with Sweatshop Union, released his fifth solo album in January. Titled The Midnight Sun, the album is comprised of 11 new tracks which “vary extremes thematically, personifying

Sunday, April 6th • 5 p.m. at the Brisco Hall $10 each or $25/family For more information call Amanda, 250-347-2125 or Virginia, 250-341-1419.

the album’s title of a midnight sun,” reads a Kyprios press release. After crossing Canada as part of his current tour, Kyprios has made his way back west to stop in Invermere tomorrow night (Saturday, April 5th) at Bud’s Bar and Lounge. Kyprios brought volumes of energy to Invermere last summer, when he took the stage during the Columbia Valley Arts’ Invermere MusicFest at the Kinsmen Beach Greenspace in August. Later that night, he packed the house at Bud’s for a headlining show. “It’s a rewarding job when you

can bring your work directly to the people, perform for them and potentially put music in their hand, and possibly leave an emotional impact,” Kyprios said in the release. Notable Canadian artists have collaborated on The Midnight Sun, including the Chaperones and Ryan Guldemond, who is the frontman for Mother Mother. There will be two opening acts, Animal Nation and Stage, to support Kyprios at tomorrow night’s concert. The show at Bud’s will cost fans $10 and tickets are available only at the door.

Local framers can help you treasure kids’ art Contributed by CV Arts

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Do you have a budding Picasso? Does your third-grader come home proud as can be of a painting he or she made? Surely you’ll want to treasure this art and let everyone who visits you enjoy it as well. Why not have it custom-framed to show just how special it is? Your child’s artwork provides endless possibilities for home décor. Custom framing your children’s artwork shows you love how they express themselves and encourages creativity and self-esteem. And what grandparent wouldn’t be more than happy to receive a grandchild’s masterpiece for their home? Custom framing this art adds to its appeal and reflects how you value it. Framing can enhance your child’s art in a num-

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ber of ways depending on the design you choose. The results can be amazing. Framing also works for arts and crafts projects. Pottery projects, masks, papier mache and other creative items can be framed with a wide, thick moulding that makes a great conversation piece and a focal point for a room or hallway. Children also enjoy having art in their rooms. Posters and art provide visual stimulation and evoke a happy atmosphere, but their pride is multiplied when the art is of their own creation. Try taking your home décor to another level by proudly displaying your own child’s art. From classic to contemporary approaches, you’ll find that working with a framer will help you find the right colors and textures for frames and matting that will create just the right home for your very own Picasso.

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High Country Properties has been in the Vacation Rental Property Management business for over 26 years in the Columbia Valley. We specialize in short term rentals of privately owned condos, town homes, and homes in Fairmont, Invermere, Kimberley, Panorama, Radium, and Windermere. We are seeking applicants for the following positions:

Please apply immediately if you are friendly, outgoing, well spoken, organized and have a professional appearance.

Reservations - We are seeking a full time person to work in our busy Invermere office. Must be available weekends (until 5pm) and evenings on Friday (until 8pm). $13/hour + commission with benefit plan after 3 months.

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Contract Cleaners – Do you enjoy a flexible schedule, take pride in your work and have your own vehicle? Come join our team! $19/hr. cleaning privately owned vacation homes and condos at Panorama and throughout the valley.

Greywolf Golf Course is looking to fill the following positions for the 2014 Golf Season – approx. May 13th to October 1st.

Justin Brown, Director of Golf justin.brown@greywolfgolf.com 250-341-4103 Or drop-off in person at the Greywolf Golf Course.

Please forward your resume before April 10th, 2014 to High Country Properties Management Ltd. at ken@highcountryproperties.com or mail to PO Box 760 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0.

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FAITH

Bird watching in the bible By Rev. David Morton, Associate Pastor, St. Peter’s Lutheran Mission of Invermere The roller coaster weather may put the arrival of spring up for debate. However, one sure sign that spring has sprung is the steady stream of various birds returning to our region. Arriving with each departing low pressure system, these birds migrating from their winter in the south are now seeking out their favourite feeding and nesting sites. Whether it’s through a scope or hiking with a pair of binoculars, seeking out the “duck sanctuary” of the sewage lagoons, the local reservoir or exploring a conservation area, bird watching can be a wonderful experience. Bird watching is by no means a new activity either. Birds are mentioned widely throughout the Bible both literally and metaphorically. In Genesis 8:6-12 of the Old Testament, Noah required confirmation that the flood waters had receded before disembarking could begin, so he sent out a raven and then a dove to search out dry land. Isaiah, the Old Testament prophet, reflects

on his observation of an eagle in flight when he says in Isaiah 40:31: “But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” In the New Testament in Matthew we find these references... 6:26: “Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” And then again in Matthew at 26:34: “Jesus said to him [Peter], ‘Truly I tell you, this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.’” I am most fond of the account of bird watching in Psalm 84:2-4: “My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself where she may have her young a place near your altar, Lord Almighty, my King and my God. Blessed are those who dwell in your house; they are ever praising you.” This passage may contain a bit of irony here as King David, during a sacred rite of temple worship, confesses to a moment he took to watch the birds flying about the temple proper. Watching birds has obviously been with us as long as we’ve been able to watch them. Joining our own experience with those from long ago, we can then use the Scriptures to reflect on God’s care, compassion and provision for our lives. Birding and the Bible, what a great mix. Enjoy!

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, April 6th 10:30 a.m.: Worship And Life Instruction, “H2 0...The River...Pastor Trevor ministering.“K.I.D.S.” Church for children age 3 to Grade 1, and Grades 2-5 during the morning service. Pastor Trevor Hagan 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED 9:00 a.m.: Worship at All Saint’s, Edgewater 9:30 a.m.: Bacon, Friends and Faith 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10 a.m.; Worship service. Kids’ Church provided. Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: at St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats. Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.: at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere Sunday, 11 a.m.: at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium. 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • Father Gabriel • 250-342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Worship services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 1-250-426-7564 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 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 Barry Pratt • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-341-5792

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Heron today, gone tomorrow A heron graces the shores of Lake Windermere at Kinsmen Beach on Thursday, March 27th, in this shot captured by Brian Fenerty, who says he usually observes herons on the nearby private docks rather than on the beach. Photo by Brian Fenerty

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Dear Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area Season Pass holders, please come ski and ride for free. There’s still brilliant weather, spring snow and great events happening up here. We’d love to share it with you. So, please come ski and ride for free anytime, from April 7-20, 2014. Happy spring and hope to see you up here soon! Sincerely, Panorama Mountain Village

PS. Yup, it’s FREE! Offer only open to Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area Season Pass holders. Please show your valid 2013/14 Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area Season Pass at Panorama’s Guest Services desk to take advantage of this offer.

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