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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 3

VALLEY NEWS

Jumbo resort puts in bridge, adopts zoning bylaw

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality, during council’s most recent meeting, adopted a bylaw allowing ski resort infrastructure to be built in the municipality and approved a cheque register that included funds for a bridge being installed by the municipality in Jumbo Valley.

The bylaw allows for the construction of ski lifts, lodges and other ski resort infrastructure, and applies to the controlled recreation area in the higher alpine areas of the municipality, with the exception of the Farnham Glacier. Jumbo council gave it first and second reading during last month’s council meeting (Tuesday, July 15th) and held a public hearing on it two weeks ago (on

Wednesday, August 6th).

“I’ve read the public hearing report and I just couldn’t see anything there to stop us from proceeding with this bylaw,” said Jumbo councillor Steve Ostrander at the Tuesday, August 19th council meeting.

Jumbo mayor Greg Deck pointed out that since the municipality was incorporated to help move forward the creation of a world class ski area, a zoning bylaw that allows for ski resort infrastructure only makes sense.

“It’s not unexpected, in fact it would be extremely odd if it didn’t occur. But it is another milestone nonetheless,” said Mr. Deck.

Councillor Nancy Hugunin asked about the scope of the bylaw, which she said seemed quite broad.

“This is intentionally broad, to allow the Master Plan

to go ahead, without the details and specifics of the Master Plan,” said Jumbo chief administrative officer Mark Read, adding the Master Plan is an agreement between the developer and the province.

“We’re (the municipality) playing a secondary role, filling in the niches and gaps that normally wouldn’t be the role of the province; for instance, building codes,” said Mr. Read. “Under the letters patent we (the municipality) are not allowed to vary from the Master Plan.”

“The intention of creating the municipality was to have a municipal structure to advance the Master Plan,” added Mr. Deck.

At the end of discussion, the bylaw was given third reading and adopted.

Continued on page 5 . . .

Co-ordinator hired to foster frozen feat

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Earlier this year, the Lake Windermere Whiteway was named the longest ice skating trail by Guinness World Records – and the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce will be spreading the word with their new Whiteway co-ordinator.

While the record was officially smashed in the spring, residents of the valley knew well before that the valley’s Whiteway is the world’s longest. But what was locally known has been internationally proven by Guinness, which is why Ali Carver has been brought on board to tell the rest of the world.

The chamber created the position as a “focused strategy to promoting this success,” said chamber executive director Susan Clovechok. As the co-ordinator, Ms. Carver will be creating a world record tool kit, which will see her working on deliverables; largely measured through media exposure.

“To have a person come on specifically to market the [Toby Creek Nordic Ski] Club’s amenity is fabulous,” said president Lyle Wilson. “It’s great that the whole valley is engaging the Whiteway so strongly and making it a tourist draw.”

The job will be made financially possible through the Columbia Valley Community Directed Funds Committee, which granted an application from the chamber for funding.

The Whiteway was originally created to connect communities, said Max Fanderl, who’s a member of the Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club, and the official title will allow the rink to reach out even further.

“When I saw the big sign in the newspaper, featuring Rushmere residents with a poster sign which thanked the Whiteway for being made – that’s really what it’s about, and the world record pushes that even further,” he said.

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• On Friday, August 15th at 1:35 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment attended to a noise/disturbance complaint at the staff accommodations at Fairmont Hot Springs. The complaint was a group of 30 to 40 people causing noise issues.

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• On Friday, August 15th at 8:47 a.m., the detachment received a complaint of a disturbance in the area of 10th Avenue and 13th Street. A male and a female were involved in an argument. Patrols of the area were negative.

• On Friday, August 15th at 7:22 p.m., the detachment received a complaint of two dogs attacking a victim who was walking a smaller dog. Two large dogs, described as Ridgeback breed, brown in colour, advanced on the victim resulting in a finger being bit. The offending dogs were taken by a female described as tall and thin with blond hair. The female and the dogs departed in a black SUV. Anyone knowing the possible owner of these dogs is requested to contact the detachment.

• On Friday, August 15th at 11:30 p.m., detachment members responded to a domestic disturbance complaint on Main Street in Radium. It was determined that an adult male and female were in a verbal argument. No assault had taken place. As it appeared the couple should not be leaving together, police requested the assistance of the women’s shelter while the male decided to return to Vancouver.

• On Saturday, August 16th at 12:04 a.m., the detachment received a complaint of a bear dumpster diving at the Akiskinook Resort in Windermere. Police attended the area approximately one hour after the call to find the suspect had departed.

• On Saturday, August 16th at 3:30 a.m., detachment members responded to a complaint of a male and female arguing, causing a disturbance at Mountain Spring Motel. After speaking to the police, the couple decided to call it a night. No further complaints received.

• On Saturday, August 16th at 2:07 p.m., the detachment received a complaint of theft of jerry cans of fuel from the Canyon RV Resort in Radium.

• On Sunday, August 17th at 3:30 a.m., the detach-

ment received a complaint of a disturbance at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. On attendance, the police attended to a room and spoke with a 30-year-old male from Sylvan Lake. Police and staff determined some damage had been done to the room. Hotel staff advised they would deal with the damage by billing it to the male’s Visa.

• On Monday, August 18th at 5:30 a.m., detachment members responded to a complaint of assault in the 4000 block of Kirk Street in Radium. A 19-year-old female was found to be intoxicated and assaulted an occupant of the residence. The female was arrested and lodged in cells.

Due to comments made by family members, the female was apprehended under the Mental Health Act and escorted to the hospital in the morning to ensure her safety.

• On Monday, August 18th at 5 p.m., the detachment attended to a complaint of being unlawfully in a dwelling-house and sexual assault in the Edgewater area.

A 26-year-old male known to the victim had entered the residence. The male had departed the residence before police arrived. However, he was located nearby. The male, due to his high state of intoxication, was lodged in cells and released in the morning with a court date in November.

From Cheers to Jeers There is a section in the criminal code that states a person has the right to defend themselves. Recently, I found myself in a serious situation where I had to defend myself and I had to use Veto Power. Had it in small print in our wedding vows. At a recent meeting, a person I thought to be a friend suggested to my wife that she write a rebuttal editorial in the local media.

At first I thought, Cheers to that idea, it could be fun.

However, that went to an immediate Jeers when I realized the damage it could cause. My appointed celebrity status granted to me by the Pynelogs Society would be in jeopardy of being rescinded. “Hell has no fury like a woman scorned” also came to mind. “Vengeance is sweet,” another thought. Was not a win-win situation.

It’s very seldom I will take out my veto card, but in this instance I felt it was appropriate. With the amount of renovations being done in Golden, I am well aware just how strong and respected my veto power is.

August 22, 2014

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 5

DARE donations pour in

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Donations for the East Kootenay Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program are pouring in, with three valley groups giving money in recent weeks. The Windermere Valley Kinsmen Club donated $200, the Rotary Club of Invermere donated $250 and the Royal Canadian Legion of Windermere donated $250, all of which will be used to help local RCMP officers teach the DARE program in two valley elementary schools.

“The communities keep this (DARE) program alive and healthy. These donations are critical. It’s what keeps the DARE program going in as many communities as it does,” said Cranbrook-based Drug . . . ‘Jumbo’ from page 3 The cheque register approved by council at the meeting, at more than $34,000, was significantly higher than normal, because it included a 50 per cent deposit payment (totalling nearly $32,500) for the purchase of a bridge, which the Jumbo municipality will install at the creek crossing on kilometre 15.8 of the Jumbo Creek Forest Service Road. The Jumbo municipality will also pay the remainder of the cost for the bridge, once it is in place. Having it installed will cost $74,000. Glacier Resorts Ltd. will make a developer’s contribution by providing project management.

“From any perspective it’s hard to imagine a more important piece of infrastructure than a bridge that will allow access,” said Mr. Deck, adding some of the federal funding the municipality has received was earmarked for transportation-related items.

Mr. Read said the municipality is currently in the process of reviewing the installation contract.

“We’re trying to move forward as expediently as possible (with the bridge) since the window of time for construction is small,” said Mr. Read.

The bridge will be a 60-foot (18-metre) long post and pillar structure, using steel with a wood deck, said Glacier Resorts Ltd. vice president Grant Costello.

Mr. Costello asked Mr. Read about the West Kootenay EcoSociety’s amendments to its legal petition against the Jumbo municipality.

“I would call it subtle changes to the petition,” said Mr. Read, adding the only real primary change from his perspective is Gerry Wilkie (who has submitted affidavits

and Organized Crime Awareness Services RCMP Cpl. Al Nutini, who organizes the East Kootenay DARE program.

“The program is about all kinds of life-building skills, not just drug education. We teach kids how to analyze situations they may face, how to make good decisions, how to deal with issues of self-esteem and about the consequences of their choices,” said Mr. Nutini.

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Mr. Read also said West Kootenay EcoSociety executive director David Reid had been posing questions to the Jumbo municipality, but so far the society has not yet requested a court date.

“We’re working on a potential response (to the amendments),” said Mr. Read. “This would be a good time for them to ask for a court date if they actually want to have any impact on us moving forward.”

Council members asked Mr. Costello how progress on the resort project is going.

“Everything’s moving and progressing,” said Mr. Costello, listing off a number of items the developers are moving forward with. “The lift design is complete and we’re ready to go up and survey the line; the well drillers have been identified and the concrete contractor has been selected.”

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August 22, 2014

PERSPECTIVE

Through the lens

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

The Pioneer is a widely read community paper for a multitude of reasons. First and foremost, its Cheers and Jeers section ensures that an authentic community voice is heard in every issue. Whether criticizing inappropriate public behaviour or giving credit where credit is due, the zany Cheers and Jeers keep people coming back for more and are often the number one reason why readers pick up the paper in the first place. For this, we are thankful.

Secondly, the full-colour, tabloid style pages allow for great photo displays, while the magazine-style cover with no fold or story content (a deviation from most newspapers) provides a wonderful framework for fantastic and eye-catching images, which also encourage readers to pick up the publication.

Other elements such as the bold font and fun graphics contribute to The Pioneer’s overall appeal, but one feature that’s been attracting quite a bit of attention this summer is right here on this page — the Historical Lens.

Thanks to the Windermere Valley Museum located at the entrance to Invermere and the Windermere District Historical Society that runs it, The Pioneer is privy to a seemingly endless collection of historical photographs, painstakingly collected and cherished by the historical society as part of its quest to preserve and teach the history of the valley. Some photos are as ho-hum as an image of a dumptruck in Kootenay National Park, while others are of fascinating scenes involving local historical figures. Yet all play a crucial role in piecing together the puzzle of the past.

For some reason, maybe linked to Pynelogs celebrating 100 years this year or the 100 years since the First World War began, the summer of 2014 has seen an inordinate number of responses to the photos appearing in the box to the upper right. One such response is one of this week’s letters; another inspired the story that appeared several weeks ago about a family identifying a mystery bronco rider as their father. Each one is special because of the personal insight they offer into the lives of ordinary people from times gone by — lives that will likely never make the history books, but that helped shape the Columbia Valley as we know it today, and that’s history in the making.

Historical Lens

Downtown Invermere service station In this image taken in the 1950s, Dodge De Soto was the service garage on Invermere’s Main Street, located where up until recently Lake Auto Service was situated. If you have any more information, e-mail us at info@cv-pioneer.com .

Photo (C295) courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Windermere Beach remembered Editor’s note: The following letter is in response to the Historical Lens photo in the August 1st issue titled “A day at the beach, 1955.”

Dear Editor: This photo brought back many happy memories of my childhood spent at what is now Terravista — then called “Windermere Beach” by my parents, Walter and Eleanor Stoddart, who owned and rented fourteen rustic cabins near the

iconic sandhill. The Daniel cabin was located just north of our home on property my dad had subdivided and where he sold lots for as little as $150.

Despite the many megahomes occupying the area today, I believe their cottage is intact and still owned by the family. Life may have been simpler then, but we had wonderful times.

The lake is still the jewel of the valley.

Bernice (Stoddart) Hathaway Parksville, B.C.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 7

LETTERS

Jumbo culture clash Dear Editor: In the beginning, according to Kootenay archaeologist Wayne Choquette, the Ktunaxa (Kootenay) peoples arrived as the great glaciers melted. Being gatherers/ hunters, they were following the herds into new ice-free lands. Their pre-history territory was far larger in all directions than now. However, after suffering the ravages of the foreigners’ airborne communicable diseases that preceded “contact”, like all indigenous populations, their population was greatly reduced. Ktunaxa survivors all moved close to the Purcell Mountains — at that time, a safe place. They welcomed their distant cousins, the remnant Peigan (Blackfoot), and later their shirttail relatives, the Shuswap (Kinbasket). The greatly reduced Ktunaxa territory became what it is today — all the drainages of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers.

Since the Jumbo Glacier Resort first came to light, the Ktunaxa Nation has often publicly reiterated: “We affirm our responsibility given by Creator to protect Mother Earth from which generations of Ktunaxa people survived only because of the respect and utilization of what she offered to our people.”

Living traditional spiritual beliefs that uphold their laws and lifeways is the Ktunaxa culture. Our provincial government is generally based on parliamentary protocol which means, among other things, that when judicial decisions are made, they are made “for the greatest good” and, with very few exceptions, defer to business as usual/follow the money and that, of late,

equates with for-profit corporations.

Living with traditional Christian, capitalist and consumer beliefs that uphold our laws and lifeways is our dominant culture.

Jumbo Glacier Resort proponent/developer Oberto Oberti immigrated to Vancouver in 1974. He was born and raised in Milan, one of Italy’s largest financial, industrial, polluted, unnatural concrete jungles. Milan is Italy’s second largest city.

I met Mr. Oberto Oberti in 2004 after our protest march (the largest in Nelson since Vietnam) at the Open House the Environmental Assessment Office obliged him to hold. Looking directly into his eyes I said, “The Jumbo Valley area is sacred!”

He quickly responded, “Yes, that’s why I want to develop it — so the world can come.”

This, from someone who believes that to be really sacred, the sacred needs human enhancement and development. Quickly, he thrust, “You locals just don’t like crowds!” This, from a completely crowdconditioned, nature-deprived city slicker.

Many years ago my old friend Red Cloud Laboucane, said it was time for “a cross cultural fertilization”. Surely an idea whose time now has come. Can we not learn qualities from all cultures that promote consciously caring for not only our beloved Planet Earth, but one another?

And perhaps it’s time Canada emulates other nations by giving constitutional rights to Earth. As well, we add: “No development zones in thriving habitats”.

Rowena Eloise, Argenta West Kootenay Coalition

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“There’s no containment on that fire (Shark Tooth Mountain),” said Firefighters continue to battle Mr. Turner. “We’re monitoring it and what has now become a complex of have control lines on the northeast wildfires south and east of Canal Flats, flank. Right now a burn plan is bewith containment increasing on the ing developed to pull the fires to these White Tail Brook fire, the largest fire control lines because right now it’s up among them. on really steep, dangerous terrain that The White Tail Brook fire was, as is inaccessible to firefighters.” of Pioneer press time, 1960 hectares One other wildfire in the comin size and 85 per cent contained, acplex, the Whiteswan fire, which had cording to B.C. Southeast Fire Cenbeen burning adjacent to the southern tre information officer Jordan edge of Whiteswan Lake, only Turner. grew to five hectares before be“Today we’re working on ing fully contained. This fire extinguishing hot spots that were is currently in-patrol, which found in a scan and mopping up means that despite it begin the northeast and western flanks fully contained, firefighters are on the White Tail Brook fire,” checking it daily to make sure said Mr. Turner on Wednesday, it does not flare up again.

August 20th, adding there were The White Tail Brook fire 156 firefighters and four heliis not only the largest fire in copters working on the complex the White complex, but also that day. the largest in the Southeast Rain during last weekend Fire Centre (which includes and early this week was aiding The exhaust from a forest fire near Canal Flats floods the entire Kootenay region) Photo by Lizzie Midyette and has blanketed the Upper containment efforts, according the sky with smoke. to Mr. Turner.

Columbia Valley in smoke “Compared with the rest of and haze for the most of the southern B.C. this area really doesn’t east of the White River and is 1000 past month. Flames from the fire have get a lot of rainfall, but there has been hectares and is 60 per cent contained. been visible from Canal Flats, about some measurable rain here and it has Other fires in the White complex 10 kilometres due west of the fire. The helped,” he said. that are near the valley include the fire was discovered on Sunday, July Enough of the fire is contained, Little Elk Creek fire, 27 kilometres 27th and has been growing steadily that as of Saturday, August 16th the northeast of Invermere, not far from ever since. As more fires began in the Whiteswan forest service road has the Kootenay River, which is 240 area closer to the Whiteswan forest been reopened, meaning people can hectares and 25 per cent contained; service road in early August the Southonce again go to Whiteswan Provin- and the Shark Tooth Mountain fire 17 east Fire Centre shut the road, leading cial Park and Lussier Hot Springs, kilometres southeast of Canal Flats, B.C. Parks to evacuate Whiteswan and the corresponding area restriction which is 130 hectares and quite liter- Provincial Park.

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff

(which had kept paddlers off sections of the Kootenay River near the fire) had also been lifted. There is, however, a closure on the Whiteswan forest service road at kilometre 32, just past Whiteswan Lake.

The White Tail Brook fire is part of a group of seven wildfires, collectively known as the White complex.

Most began as spot fires resulting from lightning strikes in late July. The second largest wildfire in the group, the White Rock fire, is two kilometres

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No Island, no problem Vancouver indie rock band No Island brought their sound to Invermere last weekend, giving the dinner crowd at Strand’s Old House Restaurant an evening of modern vintage rock on Sunday, August 17th.

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Movie Review: The Amazing Spider-Man 2 his Uncle Ben in the prequel Peter comes to understand that, as he challenges the most powerful of villains, those closest to him are in grave danger. Seeking to distance himself and protect the one he loves the most, Peter ends his relationship with Gwen (are you nuts man? It’s Emma Stone!) then surreptitiously follows her from the roofs of the New York City skyline.

Central to the story is the multi-billion dollar conglomerate Oscorp, now owned by childhood friend Harry Osborn. It is the corporation where Gwen Stacy works and the place in which Peter’s father crafted his genetic research. It is also central to the incarnation of Electro (played by Oscar winner Jamie Foxx).

Reviewed by Dean Midyette Abandoned as a child, Peter Parker has always wondered why his parents dropped him into the care of his aunt and uncle and were never heard from again. The film’s opening montage provides some (but not all) of the answers that Peter has been seeking throughout his life with teasers hinting at where the information can be found.

We are reminded that Peter (aka Spiderman), played by Andrew Garfield, leads a conflicted life. His girlfriend Gwen Stacy (played by real life partner Emma Stone) lies at the centre of his web-tangled existence. After the death of

The action scenes are frenetic, interspersed artfully with brief interludes which allow the characters to grow and the story to flow. However, what superhero action fans want is malefactors and lots of ‘em and The Amazing Spider-Man 2 delivers in spades. In addition to Electro, Spidey meets Rhino, the Goblin and the most evil of them all, the corporate board member!

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 intentionally leaves a lot of loose ends, providing some tasty fodder for the next instalment of the series due in theatres in 2016. For those hungering for more, AS3 is bound be sequelicious.

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Toby Theatre • August 22nd - 23rd, 8 p.m.: Disney’s Maleficent. Also showing August 25th and 26th.

Friday, August 22nd • 4 - 9 p.m.: Market on Main, Radium. Every Friday.

• 5 - 8 p.m.: Andrew Kiss exhibition at Artym Gallery.

Artist will be in attendance. Show continues until August 28th. Check out artymgallery.com.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Will Wardwell performs at Music on Main, Radium.

Saturday, August 23rd • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Invermere Farmer’s Market, downtown Invermere. Every Saturday.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Legend Nights at Lakeshore Resort and Campground. Listen to Ktunaxa legends as told by a First Nation Elder. Free, open to the public, traditional food available for purchase. Also August 30th.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: The Pursuits perform at Music on Main, Radium. Runs every Friday and Saturday throughout the summer.

Sunday, August 24th • 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Lion’s Club Walk-a-Thon fundraiser for the East Kootenay Foundation for Health. Pledge-aLion ($ for km) toward the combined goals of 232 km and $15,000 in funds raised. For more info, contact Harold Hazelaar at 250-342-7656 or ask any Lions member.

• 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Pancake Breakfast (9 - 11 a.m.) and Open Market at the Edgewater Legion.

• 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Permaculture Garden Tours and U-pick at the Community Greenhouse, Sundays until August 31st. 10 - 11 a.m.: Tours by donation. Please register for tours online: groundswellnetwork.ca. 9 a.m.

- 1 p.m.: U-pick fresh veggies and herbs.

• 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Fairmont Farmer’s Market in the Fairmont Village Mall parking lot. Every Sunday.

• 11 a.m.: Brandi Marie Wingert memorial at Pothole Park. Come and remember a beautiful little girl who was taken from her family far too early, and to show support for the Wingert family.

• 2 - 5 p.m.: 2014 Pig Out. Local food, prepared by local chefs, served in the fields of Edible Acres at Winderberry Nursery. Fundraiser for Slow Food Columbia Valley.

Music by The O’Sullivan Band and Smarty Pants.

Tickets $45/slow food members, $55/adults, $35/kids 7 - 12 years. Free for kids under 7 years. Cash Bar. Tickets available at the Edible Acres booth at the Invermere, Fairmont and Radium markets; Winderberry Nursery; Circle Health Food.

• 5:45 - 8 p.m.: Animal Tracks and Signs: An Adventure along Radium’s Riverbank, with Kalista Pruden. A Wild Nature Tour, hosted by Wildsight. For details and to register, visit wildnaturetours.ca.

Monday, August 25th • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Open house and U-pick at the Community Greenhouse, Mondays and Wednesdays through August. Also Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m.

• 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Learn the Game of Soccer Camp.

Runs August 25th - 29th. Ages 6 - 14, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Ages 11 - 16, 1:30 - 4 p.m. $145/child. Contact Jurgen Striegel: 250-342-5650, info@imtours.ca.

Tuesday, August 26th • 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Windermere Valley Museum’s Summer Children’s Program: David Thompson, Mapper. Lay-out the terrain to make a map, then use it to search for items in a scavenger hunt. Admission by donation, ages 6-10. To register: 250-342-9769, wvmuseum@shaw.ca.

Wednesday, August 27th • 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Curling Rink.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Figure Drawing with Cathy Parkes at Pynelogs. Ages 18+, $10 fee at the door. Bring your own drawing / painting supplies. Call 250-342-4423 for more info.

Thursday, August 28th • 5 - 8 p.m.: Windborn perform at the Downtown Getdown and Evening Market in downtown Invermere.

Every Thursday.

• 7 p.m.: Adult Drop-in Ultimate Frisbee, at the DTSS field every Thursday. Free, beginners welcome.

Friday, August 29th • 8:30 a.m.: Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club Bugaboo Blast. 120 target prelim (non-registered) August 29th, 220 targets August 30th, 120 targets August 31st. CNSCA rules in effect, plus additional hunter class. Registration opens 8:30 a.m., safety briefing 9:45 a.m. For more info and to pre-register, visit lwdrodgun.com.

• 5 - 8 p.m.: Bayot Heer exhibition at Artym Gallery.

Artist will be in attendance. Show continues until September 4th. Check out artymgallery.com.

Saturday, August 30th • 6 p.m.: Fundraising Gala for the Summit Youth Centre at Winderberry Nursery. Special guest Ash Beckham.

Food, drinks, auction, music. Tickets $40, call 250-3423033 or 250-688-0059.

Sunday, August 31st • 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Slowly Down the Columbia: A Voyageur Canoe Trip with Daryl Bespflug. A Wild Nature Tour, hosted by Wildsight. For details and to register, visit wildnaturetours.ca.

Wednesday, September 3rd • 7 - 9 p.m.: Artist opening at Pynelogs. Feature artist show includes Ingrid Vincent, Japhy Hunt, Jim Lawrence, Ron Robinson, Sebastien Bell and Silena Ewen. Show runs until September 14th.

Friday, September 5th • 8 - 10 p.m.: Columbia Valley Twirlers Square Dance weekend at the Radium Community Hall. Callers will be Rick and Kathy Utter from Moyie Springs, Idaho, and John and Pat Curzon from High River, Alberta. Mainstream Dance, Friday 8 - 10 p.m., $6 per person, and Saturday 7:30 - 10 p.m., $7 per person.

Saturday afternoon dance at 1 p.m., if enough people are interested - $4 per person. For more information, contact Albert and Carol Robideau at 250-347-6573, or acrobideau@telus.net.

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His Or contact Pat van Regen at 250-342-3857 his latest exhibition. pieces seem to shift and info@windermerecommunity.ca windermerecommunityassoc@gmail.com Here is your hint change as the light on for the featured artthem is altered, bring-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ing them from noon to SHAPESHIFTING ART — “Red Squirrel” by painter Andrew Kiss ist for the last Friday dusk and back again. He exemplifies his ability to capture a moment on canvas, allowing oth- night show on Aupaints real locations; but ers to experience it through his work.

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By Erin Knutson Special to The Pioneer Local artist Jan Zora’s paintings, currently on display at the Radium Resort, leave an impression. Jan’s comprehensive body of work is as diverse as it is inspiring. Favouring mixed mediums, colour, texture and the use of shape, her combination of realism and abstract pieces allows the viewer to take a journey through multiple realities. “The mediums I use depend on what I’m doing.

I don’t have a particular favourite; it’s more about what I’m trying to accomplish,” she said.

After a predilection for art and a lifetime of observation, the inspired painter decided to hone her skills and foster her talent at Red Deer College. After taking three different classes and immersing herself in the mediums of acrylic, oil, and pastels she emerged as a solid force.

DIVERSE IMPRESSIONS — Jan Zora compli“I paint because it feeds my ments her artwork above at Radium Resort on Frisoul.” Since then, with just six day, August 15th. The abstract-realist painter has short years of painting under her an impressive collection currently on display in the belt, she has amassed a fascinating dining room, utilizing the space effectively with her collection of work. The Calgarybroad and diverse style.

Photo by Erin Knutson born painter feels a need to put her sand times and then having that moment inner life onto canvas.

“I paint big,” she said. The abstract where everything just sort of clicks.”

The selfless painter described her propieces are frequently displayed over three different canvases and can be viewed hori- cess and her work as a way to give back. zontally or vertically. “It really depends on “I would rather give back to the world; I the viewer when looking at them. Some hope to bring peace and satisfaction with people love them horizontal, some love it,” she said. An avid canoeist, she loves to be on the water and feels inspired there. them vertical,” she said.

“Sometimes, I have the time — like The composition of her abstract work is flawless and presents a completely fin- on a cold winter day — I’ll be walking ished perspective, regardless of the posi- and get inspired by what’s in front of tioning. Most of her work is inspired by me,” she said. Her realistic portraits are her children, and extensive travel to plac- often landscapes, people, animals or her es like Mexico and the Cayman Islands daughter Amy, who has posed semi-nude where she and her family lived for several for a figure piece. Jan has three canvases years. On being fearless as an artist, the going at all times and seems to have percandid painter discloses that “you can al- fected her philosophy on life and art.

“It’s about focus, sometimes you can ways paint over it.”

“You can’t be afraid to make mis- be focusing too hard on something and takes — that is part of the process, mak- you just need to step back, or walk away ing mistakes.” Jan explained that a blank for however long, and then you come canvas can be intimidating to those start- back to it and you know what to do,” she ing out. “Art can be about failing a thou- said. “You just need to breathe.”

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By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Every year, a determined few make the trip through the valley without a motorized vehicle, and two international organizations have grown roots in the valley to show travellers where they’re welcome.

For the many touring cyclists and wandering backpackers that are lured here by the stunning landscapes of the Columbia Valley, they can enjoy homestyle hospitality through two local hosts.

Through www.warmshowers.org and www.couchsurfing.org, travellers and hosts can hook up for hospitality, and both networks extend around the world. David Pacey, who used to run a bed and breakfast in Radium Hot Springs, now offers his residence up to cyclists travelling through. Since retiring, David and his wife have opened their doors to members of Warm Showers.

“Everybody you meet is very interesting — sometimes a little weird but everyone is interesting,” he said.

Mr. Pacey said he’s taken in about 12 cyclists through the website so far. The riders are often young adults, though one of the guests was in his 70s.

As active cyclists themselves, Mr. Pacey and his wife

often use the network to find a host during their many multi-day excursions.

The service offers an alternative to “corporate travelling,” said Kirsten Harma, who began hosting couch surfers after using the service herself. Kirsten spent many nights in the homes of hosts in Italy, which she said gave her a deeper understanding of the culture and allowed her to learn the language much more quickly.

“I came back to Canada and wanted to give back; pay it backwards and be a host,” she said.

Kirsten can understand the hesitancy of those considering hosting, but after backpacking herself, she became trusting of the community.

“They’re not there to steal from you — they want to go about travelling the world and have a good experience.”

Users of the websites create profiles before contacting hosts. Profiles are verified, comments can be posted, and references are encouraged to give an idea what kind of traveller each person is.

The hosting services allow travellers an opportunity to see parts of each community that are less common to tourists, Kirsten said, while hosts are given new perspectives by travellers from around the globe.

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By Arnold Malone Pioneer Columnist Discussing the stabilization of our human population can be a tricky challenge. Luckily, the most effective of all measures are such that most persons find them agreeable.

The following flows from committee work while a Member of Parliament. The fastest increase in population is in the poorest parts of the world and in advanced countries in their poorest communities. In a richer country like Canada, population growth is already negative, except for immigration.

The lists below are among the most effective measures as observed worldwide over time by a number of international agencies.

The parents’ expectation their children will live: This factor is first among all influences in decreasing family size. In much of the Southern Hemisphere, families do not have a safety net for that time when they can no longer work. Survival in their advanced years is dependant on the care provided by their children. When such adults arrive at the realization that their children will live, their family size decreases. Otherwise, their security begs for more children.

The education level of the female: This is the second most significant influence on family size. Educated females have a larger role in family size management. This is not a conversation about high school versus university, but rather Grade 5 as opposed to Grade 4; Grade 6 as opposed to Grade 5 and, in some regions, even allowing for any female education. Every year extra that the female is educated, the greater her influence on a more modest family size.

The age that the female marries: In many developing countries, it is common for males over thirty years to chose teenage females for marriage. When a young female enters the marriage as a subservient partner, she tends to remain subservient throughout the marriage. Such unions have been shown to have significantly larger families. Again, the marriage delay need not be long — a female marrying at seventeen is more advanced in family persuasion than one marrying at fifteen. Every year delayed makes a positive difference.

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greater sense of independence. Families with working adult females tend to have fewer children. In this and the above concepts, such families have on average tended to care for their smaller families with greater individual attention.

Level of education of Featuring the male: It also is the case that, when males have more education, family size tends to be smaller. However, males require more than one year of additional education before family size moderation is observed.

The overall economic wellbeing of the family: Simply put, the more economically secure a family tends to be, the fewer children the family tends to have.

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Wildlife sightings noted in our area: • A black bear sow and two cubs were spotted near the Sinclair Creek trail in Radium Hot Springs on August 11th.

One of the most common questions I get asked when out at community events is: “What should I do if I see a bear?”

Because of the great opportunities our valley holds for hiking, mountain biking, paddling and other outdoor recreational activities, locals and tourists alike often find themselves in prime wildlife habitat.

The following series of simple tips will help to keep you from encountering wildlife, and to keep you safe should a sighting occur.

The first and most important thing to consider when travelling in the outdoors is prevention. If you can prevent a wildlife encounter or conflict from occurring in the first place, it goes a long way to help keep wildlife wild and ourselves safe. For prevention of encounters with all wild animals (including bears and cougars), follow these tips when enjoying the outdoors: • Travel in large groups • Make lots of noise • Keep dogs on a leash • Respect area closures for wildlife activity If an encounter does occur, the most important thing to remember is to stay calm! This can be challenging, as running into a bear on the trail is what many of us consider to be a very scary situation. Keep in mind that DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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bears and other wildlife are more afraid of humans than we are of them. In most situations, an animal’s main goal during a human encounter is to safely get away. Remember to stop, remain calm, don’t turn your back, and talk to the animal as you slowly back away. Put your arms in the air and make yourself look big! For further information on what to do during a bear or cougar encounter, please go to www.wildsafebc.com, or contact your community co-ordinator.

The most important safety tip I can leave you with is to carry bear spray! Make sure it is carried in an accessible place, and not inside a backpack. It is also very important to remember that wildlife attacks are EXTREMELY rare, and you should not be afraid to explore all of the amazing outdoor opportunities this valley has to offer.

Because of the interest in wildlife safety, WildSafeBC will be organizing a family hike on August 30th at the Old Coach Trail. We will cover all aspects of safe travel in wildlife country, as well as demonstrations of how to use bear spray, how to set up a bear hang for camping, and what to do in the case of an encounter.

Please contact your community co-ordinator for more information, or to sign up. If there is interest, a viewing of the video “Staying Safe in Bear Country” can also be arranged in Invermere or Radium Hot Springs at your convenience.

BCCF’s Bear Aware and WildSafeBC gratefully acknowledges funding by Columbia Basin Trust, the MOE and the Communities of Invermere and Radium.

To report any wildlife sightings in our communities call the RAPP line at: 1-877-952-7277.

For more information on WildSafeBC contact: Kara Haugseth, WildSafeBC Community Coordinator (250342-9281 ext.1226) invermere@wildsafebc.com or radium@wildsafebc.com .

For more solutions and information, check out the WildSafeBC website www.wildsafebc.com, and our Facebook page at “WildSafeBC Columbia Valley”.

SALES AND DELIVERY

OPEN FIRE BAN In effect August 1st, 2014 (until further notice) Due to the extreme dry weather conditions, the District of Invermere Fire/Rescue Service has declared a total ban on Open Burning within the boundaries of the District of Invermere, effective noon, August 1st, 2014.

The declared ban on Open Burning applies to ALL open burning devices including campfires and backyard fire pits. The ban does NOT apply to devices specifically designed and manufactured for the purpose of cooking (i.e. barbeques).

For reasons of safety, the ban on burning within the District of Invermere will remain in effect until further notice. Updates on this ban will be posted in the local newspaper and on the District’s website (www.invermere.net).

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By Mark Cullen Pioneer Columnist

Roses Deadhead them also (remove spent blossoms) and fertilize them once more with Green Earth Rose, Annual and Perennial Food.

The same can be said for all shrubs and evergreens in your garden. This is the time of year for the last feeding, unless you took my advice in May and used Smartcote slow-release fertilizer, in which case you can enjoy more leisure time and keep your wallet in your hip pocket.

If your roses require watering, apply it in the morning so that any water that lands on foliage dries quickly in the morning sun.

This reduces the development of black spot and powdery mildew. Keep your eye out for aphids and, when you spot them, give them a blast from the pistol grip hand sprayer on the end of your hose. A direct hit will knock them off and clean up your rose, for now.

Welcome to your first column on gardening in August. With lots of things going on in the garden, I am grateful that you are able to squeeze some time out of your schedule to read my column. With this in mind, I am not giving you a “todo” list. I will, however, provide a gentle reminder of the changes that are occurring right before your eyes and under your feet out in your garden. The first week of August marked the official half way point on the garden calendar — there is roughly the same number of gardening weekends ahead of us as there are behind us. But more to the point, we have entered a whole new gardening season. While you prepped your soil to sow seeds and planted new transplants last Tomatoes May and June, now the The most freharvest is in front of us. quently grown vegetaAnd so is the very best ble (I know, it is techtime of year for thicknically a fruit) needs ening your lawn with a your attention. Prune layer of triple mix and MID-SUMMER TIPS — Your gar- tomatoes by rubbing fresh grass seed and an den could use a little TLC as the days out the sucker, which application of fertilizer grow shorter.

Photo submitted grows between the leaf (a notion worth repeataxle and the main stem ing). Let’s take a look at what is happening of the plant, by using your thumb. Simply out there, and what you might consider put, you rub the sucker out at the crotch. doing to keep your garden running like a Just trying to keep things simple. Oh, never finely tuned machine. mind. Fertilize again, if you haven’t done this since June. Use Green Earth Tomato Perennials and Vegetable Food or an inch of compost The peonies would look a lot better if on the root zone. Mulch with finely ground you removed the spent blossoms this time up bark mulch about four centimetres thick of year. Use a sharp, clean (always) pair of or 30 centimetres of straw and stake your hand pruners to remove the spent blos- plants with a spiral stake, which does not som and about 30 centimetres of the stem. require you to tie your plants up against the This will preserve energy for the roots as the stake. Mind you, if you did all of this earlier leaves convert solar energy into plant sugar this season, take a seat. that is pushed downwards. This bodes well Mother Nature is turning the corner on for blossoms come spring. this season. She is done with the last page Any perennials that have finished of the first chapter and is moving on with blooming are ready for the same “peony” or without us. Take time to smell the roses; treatment. Day lilies, delphiniums, holly- (most of) the to-do list can wait. hocks and sweet William (which are actually Mark Cullen appears on Canada AM evbi-annuals) will re-bloom later this month ery Thursday morning at 8:40 a.m. He is the if you “deadhead” the spent blossoms now. spokesperson for Home Hardware Lawn and But this only works if you get to it within Garden. Sign up for his free monthly newsletthe next week or so. ter at www.markcullen.com.

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

REQUEST FOR SIGN DESIGN AND BID The Village of Canal Flats is seeking submissions for a design and bid from interested proponents to provide a Columbia Discovery Center sign.

Background – The Village of Canal Flats constructed a 2,500 square foot log building to house the municipal offices, a Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre, and the Headwaters Art Society.

The Village of Canal Flats wants to ensure that a sign is placed adjacent to the building identifying the occupants and the option of an LED reader board so Village, community and emergency notices can be displayed. The sign is to be placed 10 feet from the property line and is to be two sided to illustrate a view from the south and north. The proponents will not be required to install the sign.

Objectives 1. The Village of Canal Flats is requesting proponents to provide a design of their choice with or without their logo on the sign. The top of the sign will be “Columbia Discovery Centre”. The next line will be the “Village of Canal Flats Municipal Office”; the next line will be the “Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre”; the next line will be the “Headwaters Art Society”; the next line will be a blank space to accommodate a possible new tenant with the option of an LED reader board. The sign is to be approximately 6 feet by 6 feet. Proponents will provide all listed materials with the design.

2. The Village wants proponents to design a sign for Council’s choice. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids or designs or to reject any bid or design which it may consider not in the interest of the Village. The lowest or any bid or design may not necessarily be accepted.

Designs with a bid will be accepted up to 4 p.m. on Friday, August 29th, 2014 to the Village of Canal Flats, Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0

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August 22, 2014

YOUR MONEY

Is life getting more expensive?

When asked, most Canadians state that housing is the single largest expense for their household. According to a new study by the Fraser Institute, however, this is not the case. This article will discuss how much the basic necessities of life cost Canadians today and fifty years ago, and some ideas for making your investment portfolio more cost-effective.

Study findings According to the study, the average Canadian family earned $77,381 in 2013, from which they paid $32,369 in total taxes. This constitutes 41.8 per cent of their income, while shelter, food and clothing combined came in at just 36.1 per cent. In other words, the average Canadian family spends more on taxes than all of their basic necessities.

By comparison, in 1961, the average family earned about $5,000, with 56.5 per cent of that income going towards food, shelter and clothing, and only 33.5 per cent to taxes ($1,675).

The study calculates the average tax bill as both visible and hidden taxes paid to federal, provincial and local governments. This includes income and payroll taxes, as well as sales, health, property, fuel, vehicle, import, alcohol and tobacco taxes, among others.

What does this mean?

The long and short of it is Canadians are spending

more of their incomes on tax today than they were in 1961. In terms of dollars, the average family’s total tax bill has increased by 1,932 per cent since 1961, outpacing individual increases in shelter, food and clothing.

While 1,932 per cent sounds astronomical, it’s important to analyze this number on a relative basis. Just as inflation dictates that prices will go up over time, so too will wages. During the same 52-year period, the average family income increased 1,547 per cent.

And on an overall basis, even though incomes haven’t kept pace with tax increases, Canadians are actually spending less of their total income on housing, food, clothing and taxes now, at 77.9 per cent, as opposed to 90 per cent in 1961.

Tax management There is little that anyone can do to dramatically lower their tax bill as a percentage of income. The tax system is set up to ensure that each Canadian pays their fair share.

Even so, there are ways that Canadians can increase the tax-efficiency of their investment portfolios. First of all, every Canadian with saved money should have a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) because contributions, growth and dividends can be withdrawn at any time tax-free.

A Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) will give a tax credit upon contribution, but funds are fully

taxed when withdrawn. RRSPs work best if the contributor expects to be in a lower tax bracket in retirement.

If not, a TFSA should be used first.

For all B.C. residents, dividends are taxed most advantageously, followed by capital gains. Interest income is taxed as regular income. People who use mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in non-registered accounts should be mindful of taxation within the funds. If necessary, a financial advisor can usually find a lower-tax solution.

Final thoughts Even though Canadians are paying 12.1 per cent less on the basics of life as opposed to in 1961, life is likely just as expensive.

For instance, most people would consider personal computers and cell phones as basic necessities. Additionally, most people in 1961 could expect an employersponsored pension when they retired, whereas now only about 40 per cent of Canadians have one.

As the old saying goes, “There are only two certainties in life: death and taxes.” While this is true, taxes shouldn’t be viewed too negatively.

All the things we enjoy every day such as health care, public education, police and courts of law, roads, parks, even safe food and water, can be attributed to tax dollars.

In short, taxes are the price we pay for civilization. It’s hard to put a price on that.

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By Greg Amos Special to The Pioneer There’s a new way to connect with all Telus products and services in the valley while keeping your pencils sharp.

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Invermere and East Kootenay Region

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August 22, 2014

PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS Early Learning and Day Care

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Something for everyone, 218 10th Ave., behind Sobeys.

INDOOR GARAGE SALE Sat. Aug. 23rd, 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Misc. items, samples, jewellery, many new items all priced to sell, $1 tables, $0.50 cent tables. Two for one prices after 10:30 a.m., 1537 - 10th Street, Invermere.

Columbia Gardens Village garage sale Sat. Aug. 23rd, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

250-341-3350.

Saturday August 23rd: Multi-family garage sale. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 122 12th Ave, Invermere.

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

Moving Sale!

Saturday, August 23rd 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

3161 Veysey Road, Invermere

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Cheers to the individual who stole my retro green specialized bike outside Buds on Friday but has the chance to return it anonymously to the Station Pub to get karma back on their side.

Cheers to Sarah and the fabulous team at Fuze Food! You’re all ROCK STARS!

Brandi Marie Wingert Join us Sunday August 24th, at 11 a.m. at Pothole Park to remember a beautiful little girl who was taken from her family far too early. We hope to see you there to show support for the Wingert family.

THANK YOU A special Thank You from the Special Olympic Booth at Mountain Mosaic on July 1st to: Home Hardware, Jon Howlett - Demiurge Design, Valley Foods, Local View, Kicking Horse Coffee and Tim Hortons.

Due to your support and generosity we had a very successful day.

Thank You! Congratulations to Berkley Chow from Calgary who won the print “Siberian Slumber”.

Cheers to Nick for your enthusiasm and generosity. Our show was a big success in large part to you and to the Heritage House Art Center.

It was a wonderful venue for showcasing art.

Cheers to the Invermere Rotary Club and all the volunteers for making Loop the Lake such a great race! Give yourselves a big pat on the back. It was my first 10 km but I will definitely see you in 2015.

Cheers to Robin and Jen at the kids Summer Art Camp. A job well done! Hope to see you again next summer.

Jeers to rock thieves that are stealing rock from my quarry.

Cheers to the Windermere Dump for having such friendly staff always out to help unload and keeping it so clean and organized.

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It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Mae-Joan on August 10th, 2014 at the age of 85, at the Invermere Hospital. She will be sadly missed by her son John and his wife Sonja, Bob, Bill, Tom and his wife Vera, and by TO INVERMERE her daughter Bev and her husband Daryl, Barb and her husband Jake, Shannon and her husband Tedd. Also by Panorama numerous grandchildren, a great grandchild, nieces, nephews and many friends. Mae-Joan was pre-desceased by her Mountain husband Raymond, her son Jimmy, brother Jack and sister Village Edith.

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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.

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She was born and lived most of her life in and around Calgary until 2000 when she “headed to the hills” and moved to the Apple Tree Inn in Radium Hot Springs, B.C. with her daughter Shannon, son-in-law Ted and grandsons Kenny and Joey; where she lived out a happy and peaceful life in the valley.

We would like to say a special thank you to all the staff at Ivy House, Invermere Hospital, and all the home care nurses.

A celebration of life was held on Friday, August 15th at 6 p.m. at “On Higher Ground” on main street in Radium Hot Springs.

AUCTIONS

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of Albert Franson, former owner of Log Cabin Antiques Antique furniture, Blue Mountain pottery collection, antique lamps, tools, ruby glass, spoon collection, old crockery, Medelta Potteries, commemorative plates and teacups, antique scales, household items, lawn mowers, tobacco can collection and old bottle collection ... too many things to list. Thousands of items!

august 30th, 10 a.m.

395 Borden Street, Athalmer (kitty corner from RONA)

For more information, call 250-342-1700

EVERYthing must go!

August 22, 2014

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CHEERS & JEERS Sponsored by

Jeers to the people who have been knocking down the road signs in Edgewater. Your energy could be used more wisely. If you have that much time on your hands, maybe try volunteering.

Jeers to bullying and harassment in the workplace that is ignored by the employer, hr staff, union or professional associations rather than “rock the boat”. Workplace bullying is harmful behavior that needs to be addressed immediately rather than allowing it to threaten an employee’s physical and psychological health and/or career.

Cheers to the Litterbug who threw out their fast food containers along the Highway. I liked the $20 dollar bill and coin that was in it. Jeers to the vast majority who don’t tip!

Shame on you!

CHEERS to the motorcyclist who pulled over to help a turtle make it safely across the highway near Fairmont. What a good heart.

CHEERS to the rain. My garden has been missing you this summer!

Cheers to the sun, can’t wait to see you again soon. Do come back and play. Rain, rain, go away, come again another day.

Cheers to all the staff at Eagle Ranch Golf Course, and especially Rebecca in the pro shop who so graciously offered her own jacket for my wife to use on a cool wet evening. You set the standard for customer service excellence. We will definitely be back!

A huge Cheers to the organizing committee for the recent Edgewater High School Reunion. I cannot imagine the hours and hours of work that must have gone into this very successful event. A special cheers to Anne, Sylvia, Lois, Ben and Janice. Give yourselves a big pat on the back for a job well done!

CHEERS to the pharmacist and cashier at Pharmasave in Invermere.

They waited for us past closing time so we could pick up critical medication for our family member.

CHEERS to the super-friendly and helpful JoAnne and Nancy at Details by JoAnne; Deanna at the Artym Gallery; so many folks at the Saturday market and just about all the places I enjoyed shopping while visiting your lovely community recently! You set the bar high with great customer service. KUDOS to Ambiente! A marvelous shoppe and a superb concept!

CHEERS & JEERS

STORAGE

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

A greatly appreciated Cheer to everyone who has given me amazing compliments, held my hand across the street and hollered at me to slow down my speed walking. I’m amazed that I have not received a speeding ticket yet!

Have 30’ x 10’ of an old barn or Quonset hut you’re not using and want to earn some money? Need covered boat storage Sept-May. Call 403-700-1401.

Invermere: Affordable 1-bdrm and 2-bdrm apartments. $600 - $800/ mo. Includes all utilities. 250-3411182.

Windermere: Meticulous 4-bdrm home available for 1 or 2 people from Sept. - June. Rent is $750/mo + utilities. Call 250-342-2135.

LOST AND FOUND

For Lease: Micro office space, Panache Bldg., 250 - 300 sq. ft. each.

All new, available immediately.

Phone 250-342-5805.

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.

Windermere: Furnished, 1-bdrm home, lovely yard, N/S, pets considered, references required. $670 plus utilities. 403-619-1540.

Lost: Set of keys Sunday Aug. 10th, car opener, four keys two colored.

Lost near the empty lot next to Columbia Kayak company. If found please call 250-688-1747.

Found: kitten on Aug 14th, Windermere Loop Rd. 4 to 5 months old, tortoiseshell, wearing pink collar and bell. Very friendly, call ICAN at 250-341-7888.

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.

Large garage/shop for rent right in town. 35’ x 40’ with 12ft ceilings.

On large lot so plenty of space outside and lots of storage inside as well. Perfect for contractors with equipment etc. $800/mo, damage deposit required. Call for more info.

403-819-7494.

STORAGE

Where on Earth will you find the space?

STORE YOUR STUFF SALE!* Prices that are out of this world. *Excludes vehicles

Offer ends December 1st, 2014

REAL STORAGE (WINDERMERE) 1508 HIGHWAY 93/95 • 250-342-4494

OFFICE

COMMERCIAL SPACE Commercial space for rent, 503 7th Ave., formerly Valley Spas, 1,950 sq. ft., call 250-342-0603 or 250341-5845.

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

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

Make only one payment of $725/ mo for one bedroom, large semibasement suite. Shared laundry.

Info 250-342-9404.

Wilder subdivision: Bright, 2-bdrm basement suite with private, separate entrance. N/S. $850/ month + D.D., includes cable, wifi and utilities. Contact 403-8198121.

Downtown Radium: Small bachelor suite $360/mo utilities included, D.D. Call 250-688-1582 or 250-3476420.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED

For rent in Invermere: Modern, clean, bright, 3-bdrm, 2 bath apartment, great downtown location, attached garage, decks front and back. Washer/dryer, dishwasher, $1,500/mo, utilities included. 250-342-3790.

Mature single person looking for a pet-friendly 1-bdrm suite.

Invermere area preferred, longterm rental. Will consider a basement apartment if there is a wood stove. Please contact 250341-6299 ext. 115 (days), 250-4094104 evenings.

3-bdrm, MAIN FLOOR OF HOUSE DOWNTOWN, WALK TO KINSMEN BEACH: Separate entrance, 5 appliances, deck, view, fire pit, and yard. N/P, N/S, no partiers.

References/deposit required. Rent includes water, heat, hydro. 250342-7590.

I am a single female looking for a 1-bdrm house, suite, or a basement apartment. Preferably in Invermere. Please text or phone Mary at 250-409-4204.

All-inclusive 1-bdrm, 1 bath. Semi private basement suite, shared laundry and kitchen. N/S, N/P, $725/mo. For information call 250342-1195.

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

WALK TO KINSMEN BEACH Spacious, clean 2-bdrm basement suite downtown, separate entrance, 4 appliances, backyard amenities, N/P, N/S, no partiers, references/deposit required. Rent includes water/hydro/heat. 250342-7590.

Fully furnished, 4-bdrm bungalow with 9 beds, 2,000 sq. ft. with hot tub, 5 appliances, large fenced yard, wood stove fireplace. Available as early as Oct. 21st for 6 - 7 month rental. $2,200/mo includes all utilities, local phone, cable and internet. Call 403-629-5339.

Room for rent in house, W/D, wifi, sat. T.V., utilities included. Share kitchen/bath, $375/mo, call 250341-5447.

Beautiful 2,300 sq. ft. home for rent. Central to schools, downtown located at 501-13th Ave., Invermere.

3-bdrm, 2 full baths, plus office, vaulted ceilings, wood floors, stainless steel appliances, large decks, N/S, references required, $1,550/mo + utilities, call 1-778990-1752, available Oct 1st.

CONDO FOR RENT Windermere Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm furnished condo, wifi, 42” plasma TV, beach, hot tub, pool. $800/mo + hydro. N/S, N/P. Sept.

- June. allwest@shaw.ca or 403293-3870.

Lake Windermere Point in Invermere: 2-bdrm + den, 2-bath, lake view, underground parking, fully furnished with leather couches. N/S, N/P, available October. $1,100/mo, includes all utilities. 403-561-0111 or bobburk@gmail.com.

Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm fully furnished condo, newly renovated, indoor pool, hot tub. $775/mo includes cable. Call 403-281-3991.

MOBILE HOME 1996, 14x70 Mobile Home for Sale, #4a Lambert Rd, Juniper Heights, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, big sunny deck nice view of Mt. Swansea, close to bike trails. Shed and green house included. Asking $58,000 ph 250-342-5444.

HOUSE FOR SALE 4-bdrm, 2 and a half bathroom townhouse for sale in Swansea View.

Phone for details. 250-341-5216.

Invermere Triplex, live in private 1,680 sq. ft. 4-bdrm, 2-bath family home and rent two units to cover expenses. Great location. Priced to sell at $575,000. Service inquiries only, no agents, 250-342-9446.

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OPEN HOUSE

CONDO FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

FIREWOOD

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HELP WANTED

OPEN HOUSE Aug.23rd and 24th, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 122 - 4835 Riverstone Villas, Radium. 1,400 + sq. ft. Townhouse 2-bdrm upstairs plus office/bdrm downstairs, 1.5 bath, soaker tub, step in shower, fireplace, deck on green space, garage, hardwood in living room, central vacuum, fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer, bright, open, clean. One owner, EXCEPTIONAL VALUE at $165,000, 250-342-7608.

2-bdrm, 2 full bath, W/D, F/S, dishwasher and microwave. R2000 certified. All on one floor. Located downtown close to shopping and beach. Asking $285,000. Serious inquiries only. Call 250-342-2274.

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.

Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

Larch, fir, and pine split and delivered. Call 250-342-6908.

Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net

MATH TUTOR

500 gallon used propane tank, asking $500. 250-347-0033.

24’ 1989 Starcraft 5th wheel. All appliances work. No leaks. No issues. $2,900 O.B.O. Call 403-8046817. Parked in Windermere.

MISC. FOR SALE

Black metal futon frame with mattress and two washable covers.

Excellent condition. $75. 250-3425082.

CONDO FOR SALE Riverstone Villas condo, 122-4835 Radium Blvd., Radium Hot Springs.

3 large bdrms, 6 appliances., central vacuum, fireplace, hardwood floors in the living room, garage, soaker tub, walk-in shower, deck, lots of cupboards, open kitchen/dining room. End unit, one owner. $165,000, 250-342-7608.

Regulation professional eight ball pool table for sale. 1” slate base, complete with balls, cues, cover and accessories. $700, 250-3423293.

250 US gallon tanks for sale. Very versatile, plastic w/ metal 6” opening, 2’ discharge, 125 lbs. $200 for 1 or $300 for 2. Call George. 250347-9500.

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

EASY FRUIT COBBLER 4 tblsp Butter ¾ cup Milk ¾ cup Flour 2 cups fresh fruit; sliced peaches ¾ cup Sugar or nectarines, blueberries/ 1 tsp Baking Powder strawberries/blackberries 1 tblsp Sugar ¼ tsp Salt Preheat oven to 350 degrees and adjust rack to upper middle position.

Put butter in an 8-inch square pan; set in oven to melt then remove from oven.

In a bowl whisk flour, ¾ cup sugar, baking powder and salt.

Add milk; whisk to form smooth batter.

Pour into pan and scatter mixed fruit over batter.

Sprinkle with 1 tblsp sugar.

Bake 50 to 60 minutes until browned and fruit bubbles.

Serve warm with ice cream.

Home Of The Week

BOATS FOR SALE For sale 10’ Sundolphin fishing boat, new. Asking $1,100, many extras. Seats, lights, wired for electric motor, battery box and live well. Come see in Windermere 250342-6022.

For Sale

Don’t see it here?

Check out our private sale listings in our Valley Echo Publications!

Sell it faster with us!

Call Cheryl Williams at 250-341-6299.

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Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning and inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

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

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Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Environmentally friendly products.

Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca .

photography studio picture framing passport photos …look for the red door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!

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Why just paint when you can CREATE with FAT Paint! Chalk stylepainting workshops. Call Teresa at 250-342-0002 and book your spot today!

Bookkeeping Services Available Working with Sage 50 Simply Accounting, please call 250-3411425 or email michellewitt89@ hotmail.com.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Business for sale, location, location, location! “Consign-it” is for sale!

Downtown Invermere consignment store, established vendor and client based, turn-key operation. Call 250-341-8520 for more information.

Cheryl Williams

Advertising Sales

Ph: 250.341.6299 • Cell: 250.409.9292 www.columbiavalleypioneer.com advertising@invermerevalleyecho.com

Please contact us at cch3@telus.net.

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.

Strands Old House Restaurant is accepting resumes for evening bartenders. P/T dishwasher/ kitchen help. Apply to Tony Wood at tony@strandsrestaurant.com or 250-342-6344 or 250-342-5745.

E. F. E. Lawn Maintenance is looking for hard working individuals. Wage depending on experience, must have valid driver’s licence. Please contact 250-342-5645.

Wanted Journeyman Electrician for residential and service work.

Must have a clean driving record. $32 - $40 per hour depending on experience. Benefit package, service van. For work in Invermere/ Columbia Valley area, please send resume by fax to 1-866-673-5175.

Looking for someone to join our team. Must be energetic, and have an interest in automotive.

Apprenticeship available. Walker’s Repair Centre 141 Industrial RD #2, Invermere. Ph.: 250-342-9424.

Black Forest Restaurant is hiring a Full Time Server. Previous experience required in a busy upscale restaurant. Email, call or drop off resume. careers@ blackforestrestaurant.com 250-342-9417.

HELP WANTED

Black Forest Restaurant is looking for a P/T daytime cleaner. Email, call or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@blackforestrestaurant. com.

Housekeeper full or part-time. Free living accommodation available.

Apply at 250-345-6365 or email bungalows@shaw.ca.

The Farside Pub at Fairmont is looking for bartender/servers.

Apply at the Farside, or fax resumes to: 250-342-0341.

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The man of the house will love the 2 double garages, workshop and RV garage. This property is a must see!

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Look for the red door behind the Invermere Laundromat! www.kimberleyrae.ca or 250-342-5102

Seeking a part-time tutor for a grade 8 student. Good wage provided and our schedule is flexible.

August 22, 2014

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 27 Currently seeking a

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT for our local cabinet and custom woodworking facility. Duties to include assembly and finishing. Looking for an energetic and organized person who understands the importance of delivering a product of outstanding quality.

Please forward resume to: Kevin by email: info@warwick-interiors.com or by fax 250-342-3546

Permanent Employment Carpenters, Jacks-of-all-trades

Are you tired of where you are, or looking to grow with a strong and thriving company? We have 3 open positions for permanent placement on our team.

We offer full-time and year-round employment. If you have a positive attitude, responsible work ethic, a valid driver’s licence and a few skills to bring to the table, we are happy to have you join our team.

HVAC APPRENTICE/LABOURER Required by a well-established local business. A full-time position is available for a responsible, self-motivated individual with a professional appearance. Knowledge of sheet metal is an asset however training and/or apprenticeship training will be provided to the right applicant. Must have a valid B.C. driver’s licence.

Please send resume complete with references to: Diamond Heating & Spas Ltd. 385 Laurier St., Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K7 Fax: (250) 342-7103 • Email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com

For a confidential interview, bring your resume to The Home Renovation Centre, 492 Arrow Rd., or phone Dave Ridge at 250-342-5682.

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August 22, 2014

Invermere to host B.C. Orienteering Championships to walk and enjoy the scenery will take longer. Kimberley hosts a sprint event Saturday afternoon, and the weekend wraps up with the long event, just outside Cranbrook. The long event tests an orienteer’s concentration plus stamina with the longest course in the On Saturday, September 6th, about 100 orienteers from across B.C. and Alberta range of nine kilometres, as the crow flies. will participate in the first competitive orienteering event to be hosted by the KooteRecreational courses are $10, while the competitive age class categories are $25 nay Orienteering Club in Invermere. Four years ago, the Kootenay club hosted 450 for adults and $15 for those 19 and under. All age class entrants are eligible for B.C. orienteers from around the globe in the North American Championships held near Orienteering Championship awards. A weekend package, including the Saturday night Cranbrook. This year’s Kootenay Orienteering Festival features the B.C. champion- outdoor feast at Riverside Campground in Kimberley, is available. ships, but novice and intermediate recreational courses are open Here is the weekend schedule: to local people wanting to try the sport. Whether you choose • Saturday, September 6th, 9 a.m. - Middle distance event, to run, jog, or walk, orienteering requires map reading to figure Invermere out the best route between a number of control flags placed on • Saturday, September 6th, 1:30 - 3 p.m. - OMazing Race, topographic features in the terrain.

Kimberley “We invite local people to come out and participate in the • Saturday, September 6th, 3:30 p.m. - Sprint Race, Kimberley Invermere middle distance event to be held near Lillian Lake, or • Saturday, September 6th, 6:30 p.m. - Outdoor Feast, Riverto try any of the other events in Cranbrook or Kimberley. Seven side Campground, Kimberley different courses will be offered for age categories 12 and under • Sunday, September 7th, 10 a.m. - Long distance event, to 85 and over, and everything in between,” said Juri Peepre, the Cranbrook Invermere event director. “Those with limited orienteering expeFor more information and to register online, visit www.koorience or wanting to come out and give it a try can enter one of tenayofest.com, or contact local organizer Juri Peepre at jpeepre@ the recreational courses as an individual, family or small group.” yahoo.ca. It’s better to pre-register by August 31st, but the KooThe series starts at 9 a.m. on Saturday morning, off the Toby tenay Orienteering Club will accept a limited number of late regCreek Road on the way to Panorama, on a brand new orienteer- CROSS-COUNTRY NAVIGATION — istrations on the day of the event. Take the Toby Creek Road for ing map. This middle distance race offers courses varying from An orienteer checks in at a control flag dur- about five kilometres, to the intersection of Toby Hill Road and two to five kilometres in distance through undulating forested ing the 2010 North American Orienteering look for the red and white orienteering signs. Day registration terrain with a good network of trails. Winning times are expect- Championships held near Cranbrook. opens at 8:30 a.m. and closes at 9:30 a.m. The club will provide ed to be around 30 to 35 minutes, but participants who choose

Photo by Larry Rozak compass rental and brief “how to” instructions for newcomers.

By Juri Peepre Contributed

Summit Youth Centre gala night fundraiser is back

By Stephanie Stevens Summit Youth Centre How do you celebrate your 20th anniversary?

Well, if you are the Windermere Valley Youth Centre Society (WVYCS), you hold a fantastic fun fundraiser fiesta at the Winderberry greenhouse!

The WVYCS oversees the Summit Youth Centre (SYC) in Invermere, which is open to all youth ages 12 to 18. To mark the anniversary occasion, as well as generate some always neededed funds, the board is bringing back An Evening With on Saturday, August 30th — a gala event featuring speaker Ash Beckham including an auction and lots of tasty food by a variety of valley chefs.

“We used to do a formal sit-down dinner with a dress-to-the-nines theme, but this year we are going for a more laid-back feel,” said board member Stephanie Stevens, who is one of the organizers. “We had originally scheduled the gala for May, but a lot of little things coalesced and we had to postpone.”

Honourary chair Brett Wilson has been an avid supporter of the SYC for several years.

“The Summit has been doing wonderful work in the valley for a long time,” said Mr. Wilson. “I am very pleased to see them still going strong, and I am proud they asked me to be honourary chair.”

Mr. Wilson has never balked at offering his support to the youth centre either when it has been requested, or when it has been of his own volition.

His regard for The Summit was evident when he made the youth centre the recipient of his then-company’s former FirstSplash for multiple years.

“We rarely held it for the same charity twice as there are so many worthy causes out there, but the Summit truly resonated with us,” he said.

The new venue will provide a more laid-back, fun atmosphere and allow at-

tendees to mix and mingle far more readily than at a seated event.

Ms. Beckham is heading up from Colorado to speak about the importance of youth centres with a blend of humour and personal anecdotes.

“I feel so lucky that I can help people spread their message,” she said. “Even when you have a good home life, having that safe space you can go to is so vital and it is so important to support groups who are creating that space.”

Several former SYC members offered their thoughts on what the youth centre meant to them as they were growing up and the sentiment expressed over and over was that it “was like family.”

“You have your given family, and then you have your chosen family,” said Ms. Beckham. “It is really critical to create that environment (for youth) and I am really happy to align myself with this.”

WVYCS president Sherry Doerr is hoping for a full house for the event and said the variety of items donated for the auction has really touched her.

“We have a lot of wonderful donations from local business, and everything from catered dinners to a moonlight cruise, a lunch for four from Brett Wilson prepared by him at his beach house and including gifts for the winning bidders, a bike tour from Paralympic bike champion Jaye Milley, an adrenaline package thanks to Olympic bobsledder Jesse Lumsden and Winsport (zip-lining followed by bobsledding), jewelry, art and just so many other amazing items,” she said.

“It is going to be a really fun night so get your tickets soon.”

Tickets, $40, can be purchased from Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies in Invermere, or by contacting Ms. Doerr at 250-688-0553, Ms. Stevens at 250-6880059 or Kelsey Prichard, the new SYC program co-ordinator, at 250-342-3033.

“You just can’t go wrong when you reach out and support our youth,” said Ms. Doerr. “I truly believe that.”

August 22, 2014

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Selkirk is also offering a range of Telus internet and The store also accepts and recycles all batteries for TV packages, as well as phone cards for a variety of net- consumer electronics. works aside from Telus, and pre-paid gift cards for other The store is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday businesses found in the valley. through Saturday, and from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on After being a long-time visitor to the valley and a Sundays during long weekends only. To contact Selkirk resident for the past three years, Shelli decided to take Cellulars, phone 250-342-0025 or see their website at the plunge and launch her own business to fill a gap in www.selkirkcells.com . . . . ‘Selkirk’ from page 19

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

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Electrical Contractor Services The District of Invermere requests proposals from interested and qualified Electrical Contractors to provide Electrical Contractor Services on an as, if, and when requested basis. The electrical services requirements will primarily consist of on-call services to support existing infrastructure, systems and facilities, such as water and sewage stations, traffic lights, street lights, and SCADA systems.

The request for proposal submission must include the requirements outlined in the Request for Qualifications, which can be found on the Districts website. www.invermere.net First consideration will be given to proposals received by 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10th, 2014. Proposals will continue to be received and considered following September 10th, 2014, until the contract is filled.

They shall be clearly marked “Electrical Contractor Services” and addressed to: Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer District of Invermere PO Box 339, 914 – 8th Avenue Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Please direct questions to Mr. Rick Waters, Public Works Foreman, pwshop@ invermere.net or 250-342-3215.

There will be no public opening for this request for proposal. Faxed or emailed submissions are not accepted and will be rejected.

The District of Invermere reserves the right to accept or reject all or any proposals and to waive any informality, incompleteness or error in any proposals.

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PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR 2015 Application forms for organizations which might be eligible for a Permissive Tax Exemption are now available at the Municipal Office, 914 – 8th Avenue and on our website at www.invermere.net (under Your Government, Documents Library, Applications and Forms, Permissive Tax Exemption).

A Permissive Tax Exemption is a means for Council to support organizations within the community which further council’s objectives of enhancing quality of life and delivering of services economically. A Permissive Tax Exemption is strictly at the discretion of the District of Invermere Council.

The application forms are for a full or partial tax exemption for 2015 property taxes as per regulations set out in the Community Charter.

To be eligible, nature of the organization must be: • Not-for-profit organization • Charitable or philanthropic organization • An athletic or service club or association • Care facility or licensed private hospital • Partner of the municipality by agreement under s.225 of the Community Charter • Other local authority • Organization eligible under s.220 statutory exemption (e.g. public worship, senior home, hospital) Deadline for the receipt of applications: August 29th, 2014.

Please call our office at 250-342-9281 if you require any additional information.

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

REPRESENTATIVE TO THE RECREATION SOCIETY BOARD The Council of the District of Invermere is now receiving applications for a replacement representative to the Columbia Valley Recreation Society Board until October 31st, 2015. This volunteer position will work closely with other members of the board regarding the operation of the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

Interested persons are requested to submit letters of application and brief resumes including reasons for interest and related experience to: Mayor and Council, District Of Invermere P.O. Box 339 (914 – 8th Avenue) Invermere, B.C., V0A1K0 Interested persons are asked to please have their letters submitted to the District of Invermere no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2014.

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August 22, 2014

NOTICE OF VOTE TO: MEMBERS OF SHUSWAP INDIAN BAND TAKE NOTICE that a Ratification Vote will be held in accordance with the Shuswap Indian Band Community Ratification Process on AUGUST 21st, AUGUST 22nd, SEPTEMBER 4th, AND SEPTEMBER 5th, 2014 in order to determine if Registered Voters approve the Shuswap Indian Band Land Code and the Individual Agreement.

WATER CONSERVATION BULLETIN

The following question will be asked of the Registered Voters of Shuswap Indian Band by ballot: Do you approve:

STAGE #2

• The Shuswap Indian Band Land Code, dated May, 2014 and • The Individual Agreement with Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada?

In the summer months, water use increases by as much as 50%. Summer peak demand places stress on the District of Invermere water system and increases costs to tax payers and water users. The Municipality, in an effort to conserve water, has in place a “Water Use Restriction Bylaw.”

The Ratification Vote will take place on Friday, August 22nd, Thursday September 4th and Friday September 5th, 2014 from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. each day at Shuswap Band Office 4846 Airport Rd. Invermere, B.C. On Thursday, August 21st, the Ratification Vote will take place from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. at

The Bylaw regulates sprinkling and irrigation in order to reduce operating costs and impact on our water supply.

Ktunaxa Nation Govenment Building Gymnasium 220 Cranbrook St. N. Cranbrook, B.C.

These restrictions are staged in accordance with the severity of supply limitations and are generally applied to the use of sprinkler systems, whether automatic or manual.

Copies of the Background Documents, the Ratification Documents and the Ratification Process may be obtained from the Kinbasket Development Corporation, Unit 3A – 492 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0, 250-341-3678.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that all Members of Shuswap Indian Band 18 years of age or older as of the date of the Ratification Vote are eligible to vote, PROVIDED THAT SUCH MEMBERS COMPLETE A VOTER REGISTRATION DOCUMENT TO BE PLACED ON THE LIST OF REGISTERED VOTERS. Voter registration documents will be sent to all Eligible Voters whose address is on record with the Shuswap Indian Band. Voter registration documents are also available from Denise Birdstone, Ratification Officer at the address and telephone number appearing below.

The use of hand-held watering devices with shut-off valves and the use of micro-irrigation or drip-irrigation systems are restricted only during the most severe of supply condition. Nurseries, farms, orchards and vineyards are fully exempt. Outlined below are our current restrictions.

STAGE 2 – TWICE A WEEK WATERING

DATED at Grasmere, Province of British Columbia this 8th day of July, 2014 P.O. Box 89 Grasmere, B.C. V0B 1R0 clydebird@hotmail.ca

Denise Birdstone, Ratification Officer Telephone (250) 581-0977 (250) 887-3476

NOTE: Any Registered Voter may vote by mail-in ballot. If an Eligible Voter has not received a Voter Registration Document by August 10 please contact the Ratification Officer so that the necessary form can be supplied to you.

Registration forms will also be available at the polling station on August 21st, August 22nd, September 4th, and September 5th, 2014.

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August 22, 2014

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 31

FAITH

The middle of my mess

By Pastor Trevor Hagan Lake Windermere Alliance Church Jesus was known for pushing the boundaries of what people of his time would have deemed socially acceptable. He went places other religious people wouldn’t go.

He talked to people other religious people would never speak to. He was after relationships rather than following after rules.

In Mark 2 of the Bible, Jesus had dinner with a group of tax collectors and sinners (really messed up people).

When the religious teachers saw this, they immediately questioned Jesus’ motives. They didn’t understand why He would allow himself to be seen with such a messed up group

of people. When Jesus heard their questions, He replied, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” (Mark 2:17) Jesus knew that those who were self-righteous, like the religious rule followers who questioned Him, didn’t see their need for a Saviour. But sinners, like those He ate dinner with, did. Sinners are exactly who Jesus came to save, and we all fall into that category. Jesus went to Levi’s house for dinner, meeting tax collectors and sinners in their comfort zones. They didn’t have to clean up for Him, follow a set of rules or change who they were to meet Jesus. The same goes for us today. Jesus doesn’t ask us to be perfect before we can know Him. He is always willing to meet us in the middle of our mess.

Are you allowing a “mess” in your life to keep you from knowing Jesus? What can you do today to let go of your mess and know that Jesus is ready to meet with you just as you are?

Or maybe you need to ask yourself: “What am I doing to reach out to people who are in the middle of a mess or hard time? How can I show Jesus’ love to those around me who desperately need Him?”

Not the only wedding at Redstreak In last week’s Pioneer, a Parks Canada staff commented that Steven and Brooklyn Levy’s wedding at Kootenay National Parks’s Redstreak Campground on Saturday, August 9th was the first anybody could remember taking place there (see the photos on page 20 in the August 15th issue). The Pioneer was since contacted by Wilmer resident Sue Hoyne, who married her husband Tom on August 24th, 1996 (they celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary this year)

at the Redstreak Campground amphitheatre, where their wedding ceremony took place. Sue and Tom met in the valley and continue to work and live here to this day. “We just wanted an outdoor venue big enough for family and friends,” said Sue. “It was beautiful, and easy for people to get to.”

She recalls friends of hers getting married there a couple years later as well, although they have since moved to Saskatchewan.

A furry water companion This priceless photo of Sadie on a Seadoo driven

by Jackson was submitted to The Pioneer by Jackie Westerburgen.

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LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH

Sunday, August 24th 10:30 a.m.: BEACH SERVICE ...at the lake, in front of Pynelogs.

Combined service with Valley Christian Assembly. David Siverns from Compassion Canada will be leading the service.

Pastor Trevor Hagan 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org

WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED Every Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

Christ Church Trinity 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m.: All Saint’s, Edgewater 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m.: St. Peter’s, Windermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY

Sunday, 10:30 a.m.: BEACH SERVICE...at the lake, in front of Pynelogs. Combined service with L.W.A.C. David Siverns from Compassion Canada will be leading the service.

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

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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. – 1 p.m.

President Adam Pasowisty • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-341-5792

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