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Welcome to the 10th anniversary issue of the Columbia Valley Pioneer. On Thursday, September 16th, 2004, a new newspaper adorned the valley’s newstands, doctor’s offices and cafes. The Pioneer was born and, over the next ten years, blossomed into the endearing, colourful and vivacious paper that it’s become today. Above is The Pioneer’s first editorial as it appeared in that first issue, announcing its arrival. In this issue, you will also find commentary by the original owners on its decade-long success, the original Historical Lens, and a collection of favourite Pioneer covers selected by the current staff. And if you happen to be in the neighbourhood, please stop by our office today (Friday, September 12th) between 11 a..m. and 3 p.m. to join us for a piece of birthday cake to celebrate the last ten years, and the years that lie ahead!
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Fundraising required by multi-use centre user groups By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Moving forward with the Community Hall Advisory Committee seems like a Catch-22 for some of the user groups involved. The committee met at the Invermere Municipal Office on Tuesday, September 9th. Many of the building’s features will be contingent upon fundraising results conducted by different organizations, but District of Invermere councillors won’t be able to gauge the success of each fundraising initiative before having to inform the architect of certain specifications. The performing arts consortium hired Don Parman of
Evan-Par Productions for a consultation on their portion of the project. A report was prepared by the firm and presented to the committee by Kathryn Gowling, who represents the performing arts consortium. Ms. Gowling spoke to the report’s recommendations for constructing an ideal performing arts venue. Concerns were raised that some features could limit the potential of use for other groups, and also that many of the recommendations will be too costly. Nothing will be built that cannot be paid for, but whether or not to add features that are funded by special interest groups was discussed. “If they can afford it, do we allow them to build?” asked regional district Area F director Wendy Booth. Invermere mayor Gerry Taft added that it wouldn’t be
fair if a group were fundraising towards a certain feature, only for those people to find out that council won’t approve it. Frustrated with the committee’s back-pedalling, councillor Greg Anderson said, “We’re moving forward, not backwards. The goalposts are there.” Mr. Taft said the performing arts consortium should have consultation with the architect once chosen, but cautioned over the amount of consultation each group can have as he doesn’t want the architect to become flooded with input. On behalf of the Valley Fitness Centre, Helen Breau expressed her gratefulness to be involved in the process despite the uncertainty around the timeline. Continued on page 19 . . .
New library Fund promises to care for future generations By Erin Knutson Special to the Pioneer A binding agreement between the Friends of Invermere Public Library and the Columbia Valley Community Foundation was successfully completed to launch the first-ever Invermere Public Library Endowment Fund on Wednesday, September 3rd at Pynelogs. “We’re so excited about this initiative,” said Tom Symington, a member of the Invermere Public Library Board, who initiated the establishment of an endowment fund with the assistance of the Friends.
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• On Friday, September 5th at 10 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a complaint of theft of a small safe containing cash that was stolen from an unlocked residence on 12th Street in Invermere. The victim believes the person who entered the residence was aware of the location of the safe and frequents the residence. Anyone with information is requested to contact the detachment. • On Friday, September 5th at 3:35 p.m., a mama bear and two cubs were seen near 7th Avenue and Kinsmen Beach. This is the time of year that the detachment and conservation officers receive notice of sightings of bears coming closer into town with potential contact with people. • On Saturday, September 6th at 9:10 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a complaint of a single vehicle accident when a ‘96 Kawasaki motorcycle was located in the ditch one kilometre north of Numa Falls in Kootenay National Park. Police attended the area, located the bike upright on its kickstand, but there were no persons in the area or signs of any serious injuries. It was later determined when the owner, an 18-year-old male from Alberta, was contacted that the accident happened the night before when he encountered a vehicle with high beams on and he lost sight of the curve. The driver received no injuries. • On Saturday, September 6th at 1:33 p.m., the detachment was contacted concerning a complaint of threat and a male refusing to depart a motel. After discussion with the police, it was determined the threat was vague in nature and not sufficient for any criminal charges. The male was evicted without incident. • On Saturday, September 6th at 4:13 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a complaint of theft of a backpack that was stolen from the Lussier Hot Springs area near Canal Flats on August 30th.
• On Saturday, September 6th at 2:12 a.m., a 19-year-old female from Nelson was observed by officers exiting Bud’s Bar with a glass in her hand and consuming liquor in public. The female was charged with consuming liquor in public. • On Saturday, September 6th at 10:32 p.m., a group of males were observed damaging the drive-through sign at A&W. Employees were able to describe in detail two of the males observed doing the damage. Police attended and located a group of six adults walking away from the area. Employees were able to identify a 39-year-old male from Cranbrook and a 21-year-old male from Calgary as being responsible. The males, when questioned, admitted responsibility. Charges of mischief were laid against the males. • On Sunday, September 7th, the detachment received a complaint of males on the roof of Windermere Elementary School as well as fire crackers being lit. Attendance by police resulted in the location of three males who had a small amount of liquor in their possession. The youths were spoken to and driven home to their parents where police were informed parental justice would be administered. Interview One of the many activities we do as police officers throughout our career is interview and interrogate. We normally deal with witnesses or suspects. I have always encouraged people to, if you have the opportunity, video tape an interview with your parents or grandparents to get their history before it’s too late. Even better, conspire with them and do it in secrecy and make it a gift. Fourteen years ago, I sat down and interviewed my father, capturing it on video. Our agreement was to not release the tape until he passed on. His final gift to his daughters and grandchildren. Continued on page 10 . . .
More OCP Update: Imagine Invermere
Over the past few months we have been actively updating the Official Community Plan (OCP) to align with the Imagine Invermere 2030 Integrated Community Sustainability Plan and other recently completed DOI policy. Dialogue with the community has been an important part of this process and we want to continue the lively conversation we have had to date.
To review and discuss our progress, please drop by: September 18th (10am-5pm) or September 19th (10am-2pm) We will be holding a community BBQ on September 18th between 11:30am and 1pm Lake Auto Garage – 1005 7th Avenue
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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 5
Ten years ago... a look back in time By Bob and Lisa Ede Special to the Pioneer Ten years ago, wow! When Nicole Trigg requested an article about the early days of the newspaper, we were somewhat surprised. What is not surprising is The Pioneer is standing stronger than ever with a large and loyal readership. The Pioneer’s original goal was to serve all people of the valley — youth, second homeowners, locals and visitors. We imagined a colourful, easy-to-read newspaper. We dedicated the front page to a single “local” photo. We printed on high quality newsprint and filled the paper with articles and columnists from the area we served, packaged in a design the Lisa and Bob Ede industry had never seen before. The entire newspaper was available online for free download. The Pioneer was distributed at locations in Cranbrook, Calgary, Golden and mailboxes and outlets throughout the Columbia Valley. Dave and Florence Raven handled distribution! To this day, their unwavering diligence assures readers they will have their beloved paper on time. On publication day, we would tour the valley coffee shops to see if folks were enjoying The Pioneer with their morning beverage. To our delight, they were. This continues as the newspaper garners additional readers with each passing year. However, advertisers were cautious of us at first. Perhaps they thought we wouldn’t be around long. We were lucky to have a few loyal advertisers. Wende Brash of RE/ MAX anchored the publication with a weekly ad on the back page. Without her patronage, The Pioneer may not have lasted its first year. We opened our pages to guest columnists. Everyone, from auto mechanics to politicians, had a voice. Harold Hazelaar provided a humorous look at local sports and became one of the most popular columnists in the newspaper’s history. The staff of the early editions played a monumental role in getting the newspaper off the ground: Michelle Taylor, reporter, brought her sports knowledge to the newsroom.
Michelle authored several of our favourite articles ever printed in The Pioneer. Madonna Young, sales, found and signed advertisers from her first day on the job. Kelsie Smith, youth reporter, tackled topics such as drug abuse, environmental issues and profiles and interviews. Adrian Bergles, reporter, had a nose for news and was assigned all the tough stuff. Court and council news was reported for the first time in many years. Dave Sutherland, sales, could do it all. He sold, wrote, cracked wise and was the face and defender of the newspaper. Dave was the first employee of the newspaper, signing on before he knew what he was getting into. Elinor Florence, reporter, brought a wealth of experience and professionalism to The Pioneer. Elinor went on to buy the newspaper. She deserves credit for the newspaper you are holding. It was her business sense and ability to balance the integrity of journalism with the needs of advertisers that made The Pioneer what it is today. The early days of publication were hard work, but a lot of fun. It was wonWindows derful to work with such steamed up or a talented staff and we had cracked now that the feeling we were creating summer is here? Book your sealed something special. In an unit repair and increasingly digital world, replacements now The Pioneer continues to and don’t pay the PST. entice and entertain readers. It offers advertisers a large audience to showcase their goods and services. Our best and continued Serving the Columbia Valley for over 35 years success, we congratulate #3, 109 Industrial #2, Invermere B.C. ownership and staff of The 250-342-3659 • Fax: 250-342-3620 Pioneer on this 10-year www.invermereglass.ca anniversary!
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By Rose-Marie Fagerholm Pioneer Publisher So here we are, at the 10-year mark, which, in this industry in this fast-moving digital era, is quite the feat. The concept born by the Edes and the dedication to deliver a quality newspaper by Elinor Florence in the first six years, provided a great foundation on which to build. There are so many people to thank, too many to mention by name who have contributed to The Pioneer’s success. In the past four years that I have been the publisher of The Pioneer under the ownership of Robert W. Doull, there has been no lack of engagement from the community. Rural communities tend to love or hate their local paper (there is often no middle-ground), and an engaged readership is crucial to a community newspaper. Without it, we would be nothing. On the wall in my office, there is a quote: “Standing in the middle of the road is very dangerous; you get knocked down by the traffic from both sides.” And we do; we get it from both sides. You, the reader, are the barometer that tells us if we are doing our job. We thrive on the connection with the community. We love the stories we get to hear, the outpouring of passionate opinions. Not to mention the Cheers and Jeers written late at night that we would never print, even if the writer didn’t send us a frantic plea via email the next morning to disregard their midnight rant. The staff have been nothing short of amazing, every day giving it their all, owning the responsibility to deliver The Pioneer newspaper that everyone loves. A big thank you goes out to our loyal advertisers. Without you, this newspaper would not be what it is today. Your support over the past 10 years has given the community this newspaper, and has given our staff a great job to go to with a pay cheque to support their families and to spend in our communities supporting other businesses. These have not been easy years. The economic downturn in the Columbia Valley has prompted us, like many other businesses, to look at different ways to do business, think outside the box and dig deeper. Together we will be successful. To another ten years!
The original Historical Lens photograph This image of summer swimmers relaxing on Lake Windermere (circa 1920) ran as the first Historical Lens photo in The Pioneer’s inaugural issue dated September 16th, 2004. Photo courtesy of the Ede Collection
District’s distasteful water a disgrace Dear Editor: I have to give the maintenance workers, council and town of Invermere a superior grade when it comes to the beautification of the downtown core, new cenotaph area and the eye-pleasing clean appearance of the town in general. I know my visitors often make complimentary remarks regarding the flower gardens, hanging baskets and entrance from the highway. That all ends when they taste our drinking water. Good thing the plants like the water because it’s not
fit for human consumption. It’s a disgrace when viewed in context with such beautiful, natural surroundings. Something has to be done other than purchasing bottled water, which most likely comes from another town’s tap water. With all of the proposed amenities, rec centre, library, etc., siphoning off most of the money, maybe we could put a few bucks to good use when it comes to the quality and taste of our own drinking water. R. Nemeth Invermere
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At the risk of sounding amoral, I would like to address some of the issues brought up in the Faith column written by Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman in the September 5th issue of The Pioneer. Mr. Coltman tackled the difficult and controversial subject of sex and sexual education in his submission. While I don’t purport to be an expert, I do have some small experience in the field; I volunteered at our local chapter of OPT (Options for Sexual Health) as a reproductive health counsellor several years ago. My goal in this volunteer position was to disseminate the most recent and accurate information in sexual health to those who came to the clinic, to help them make the best choices for themselves in terms of their own sexual health. This approach, despite what abstinence-only educators would like to have you believe, has been proven to be more effective than abstinence-only education in reducing the rates of unwanted pregnancies and the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). I would like to point out that any comprehensive sexual education program also includes abstinence as a viable option. Just not the only viable option. Knowledge is a weapon, but it can also be a shield.
While I can understand that Mr. Coltman may not be up to date with the current sexual health studies, and the effectiveness of certain educational styles, I have to say that I was offended by several of the implications and analogies in his column. To imply that it is only a matter of time until child pornography is legal is the worst kind of fear mongering. To state that adults who utilize legitimately produced pornography and adults who engage in consensual sexual acts with one another are “those with perverse lusts” that society needs to “protect little ones from” is verging on ridiculous. As for the paragraph that equates sex outside of marriage with causing divorce, rape and pedophilia, well, that is nothing but inflammatory rhetoric with no basis in fact whatsoever. I sincerely hope I was not the only one deeply offended by this nonsense. Mr. Coltman, it is true that these “societal problems” that you speak of will not get better with ‘bemoaning” them and “watch(ing) as they get worse”. The way they will get better is through education, knowledge and the ability to make good choices without shame and fear.
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Adjusting to life without school By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Parents and students of B.C. are managing to occupy the unexpected free time that’s come as a result of the B.C. teachers’ strike by making alternative arrangements to the regular school year. The younger students don’t seem to be struggling as the kids’ camp offered through the College of the Rockies Invermere — a noninstructional weekday program for kids as a response to the situation — only garnered limited interest, SCHOOLING SKIRMISH — Teachers’ rallies took place in each school district said Invermere campus manager across British Columbia on Friday, September 5th. In School District 6, dozens of Doug Clovechok. members of the Windermere Teachers’ Association met at Kinsmen Beach for a rabble“It was an opportunity for par- rousing assembly led by local president Doug Murray. Photo by Dan Walton ents to get their kids involved with doors three times a week for personal academic instrucother activities,” he said. “Parents tion, according to local parent Hilda Jensen. The profound other arrangements.” Cody Krebs, who was supposed to begin Grade 7 at gram is primarily for Grade 10, 11 and 12 students, and J.A. Laird this month, said he’s been spending most of because the college is under the same roof as the high his free time in the day at the skatepark, and heading to school — which administrative staff are keeping open — the Summit Youth Centre on the evenings that it’s open. students have full access to all of the school’s textbooks. “They’ll bring their books to the study sessions and But while making the best of the situation, Cody’s not brainstorm with their peers and decide which subjects happy to be out of school. “It’s ruining learning for us,” he said. “I’d rather be they’d like to study,” said Mrs. Jensen. The study groups in school learning now than have an extra two months were arranged after she and about a dozen other parents met to discuss mitigating the impact of the strike. of school later.” Any interested students can drop into a session, Cody’s twin sister, Geri Krebs, also wants school back in session, but said that to keep from falling behind, which happen Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesdays their mom has them doingexercises for reading, math, between 1 and 3 p.m., and Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. until noon. and spelling each night after dinner. Responding to a question at a local teachers’ rally Sheldon Clowers, who is also supposed to be in last week, Doug Murray, president of the Windermere Grade 7, feels differently about the strike: “It’s fun and I Teachers’ Association, said he hasn’t heard of any stuhope that the strike goes on until October.” And while keeping himself busy around the valley dents travelling to Alberta for public education where it’s during the strike, Sheldon said that respect is the topic business as usual. Greg Constable, who teaches band at he’s learned most about by spending his weekdays out- David Thompson Secondary School, said that in the late 1980s, the roles were reversed when Alberta’s teachers side of school. Some older students have begun to form study went on strike — and the local schools were overflowing groups in Invermere. Allowing them space to make it with Albertans. Continued on page 19 . . . possible, the College of the Rockies is opening their
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Signage suffrage softens in Radium By Dan Walton Pioneer staff
SOUPED-UP SIGNAGE — The Crystal Springs Motel is the first business in Radium to update backlit signage in more than ten years. Photo by Kristin McCauley
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For the first time in over ten years, an exception has been made to the restrictive signage bylaws in Radium Hot Springs. The Crystal Springs Motel is now marketing itself with Radium’s only freestanding sign to have been modified in the past decade. Deb James, co-owner of Crystal Springs Motel, said the new sign looks fresh and beautiful, compared to the “eye sore”, which had its name and logo peeling off. “We heard that council might be receptive to applications for variance, so we went to a [council] meeting last spring to ask,” said Ms. James. Crystal Springs received approval at the meeting, and then in August replaced Radium’s first backlit sign in over a decade. “[That kind of bylaw] is great for Banff; not great for businesses off the highway in Radium,” Ms. James said. “Some of our guests used to say,
‘You have the ugliest sign ever’.” Well before Crystal Springs made its case, the Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce, particularly their sign committee, has been communicating to village council the wants and needs of Radium’s business community regarding signage bylaws. Doug McIntosh, president of the Radium Chamber of Commerce, said that signage has always been an issue, and that many valid opinions have been shared. From the point of view of the chamber and Tourism Radium, “our goal is to market, advertise, and attract people to the Radium Hot Springs and provide the best services possible,” Mr. McIntosh said, which is why he sees Crystal Springs’ new sign as a very positive step forward. But with a municipal election looming, the community’s next step is unknown. “It will be up to the next council elected to decide [to amend existing bylaws],” he said. “We hope that the direction taken will be positive.”
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Time’s up for the Toby
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY
MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS
Honouring the salmon
MOVIE REVIEW
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BOMBER BOOK
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Out & About A beautiful celebration is in store on Saturday, September 13th at Kinsmen Beach in Invermere for the 4th annual Columbia Salmon Festival. Live music, educational displays, traditional dancing and more will wrap up with a special salmon feast and pow wow. Learn more on page 14. Photo contributed
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art & Food… excite your senses at pynelogs, Kinsmen Beach
What does ART C’mon down and check it out! mean to you? Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.
Happy BirtHday to pynelogs! 1914 - 2014 · Celebrating 100 years
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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS
Movie Review: Captain America: The Winter Soldier works for (played by Samuel L. Jackson) ends up in Captain America’s house and gets shot by some sort of rooftop sniper. Captain America, accompanied by Black Widow, then goes out and tries to find out who killed Fury. The audience is encouraged to think about who wants them dead, as well as what’s going on with the data Black Widow got from the ship. The movie has more guns than could be expected for a comic book adaptation — a lot of guns and gun fighting. There is also a lot more
Reviewed by Christopher Midyette Grade 8 DTSS student The story revolves around the time after The Avengers movie — like every other movie made so far that has a hero in it from The Avengers. While rescuing hostages, Captain America (Chris Evans) finds Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) downloading data from the ship’s database. After returning from the trip, Cap goes to see his wife (who, on a side note, was not in the first movie). Then around ten minutes later, Captain America is ambushed by SWAT and has to fight in the middle of the freeway. Fury, the head of S.H.I.E.L.D., who Captain America
high tech sci-fi stuff than there should be, especially for this kind of movie, such as a supercomputer created in 1972. Sure, it’s a summer blockbuster, I’ll give it that. But at some points, it feels like it wants to have as many explosions and violence that it’s like a Michael Bay movie. But hey, at least this has a great story, unlike Michael Bay films. Final verdict: The movie’s good. It has small downsides, yet has redeeming qualities — the story arc and the fact that it has explosions, at appropriate times in the story of course! Rent it and you’ll like it; it’s as simple as that.
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Out & About Please call 250-341-6299 or e-mail us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com to enter your event in our FREE listings.
Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication. We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event. Please limit your submission to 30 words. Priority is given to one-off events, so weekly events may only run occasionally. Toby Theatre • 1952 - 2014. The Toby Theatre has closed its doors.
available. Register online at groundswellnetwork.ca. • 6 - 11 p.m.: Karaoke night at the Summit Youth Centre.
Saturday, September 13th • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Final Invermere Farmer’s Market of the season, downtown Invermere. • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Salmon Festival at Kinsmen Beach. Free festival includes a selection of local musicians, Ktunaxa Dance Troupe, salmon information pavilion, guest speakers, cultural demonstrations, face painting, BBQ and more. Visit columbiasalmonfest.ca. • 12 - 3 p.m.: Drop-off of gently used stuff for the Wilmer Garage Sale at the Wilmer Community Hall. Also September 16th and 18th, 5:30 - 7 p.m. For more information or to volunteer: Pam Meunier, 250-3422019 or Mary Jolicoeur, 250-341-6272. • 6 - 11 p.m.: Movie night and popcorn at the Summit YC.
Sunday, September 14th • 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Pinto Mountain: Scramble through Geologic time with Andrea Petzold. A Wild Nature Tour, hosted by Wildsight. Carpooling to Pinto Mountain. $40/ person. For details and to register, visit wildnaturetours.ca. • Fall Equinox Mini Sporting Clays at the Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club. For more info, visit lwdrodgun.com or call 250-341-3254.
Monday, September 15th • 7 p.m.: Bingo at the Canal Flats Civic Centre, 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.
Tuesday, September 16th • 2 p.m.: Invermere Garden Club meeting in the activity room at Columbia Gardens. • 5 - 9 p.m.: Video Game Drive sign up at the Summit YC. • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Competent Composting workshop at the Community Greenhouse, hosted by Groundswell. Monthly, April through September. $30. Registration online at groundswellnetwork.ca/events-calendar. • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: OPT clinic at the Invermere Health Unit. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Confidential service: low-cost birth control, and STI testing.
Friday, September 12th • 8 a.m.: Rocket Mass Heater Workshop, presented by Groundswell and DirtCraft Natural Building. Two and a half day workshop runs through to September 14th, 5 p.m., during which you will help construct a full-scale and fully operable RMH for heating a large greenhouse at Edible Acres. $295, includes lunches. Only 14 spaces
Wednesday, September 17th • 4 - 9 p.m.: Entrance Beautification at the Summit YC. • 6 p.m.: Writers’ Workshop at the Invermere Library. Join this monthly group to inspire your creative writing. Sign up by contacting the Library: 250-342-6416. • 7 - 9 p.m.: Artist opening at Pynelogs. Feature artist
show includes Claire Dibble, Anne Aitken Anderson, Kathleen Stead, Patrick Yesh, Susan Fahrni and Silena Ewen/Maegan Stanbury’s pysanky/painting collaborations. Show runs until September 28th.
Friday, September 19th • 4 - 8 p.m.: Rockin’ on Main at the Radium Visitor Centre. Market and music by 60 Hertz (5 - 8 p.m.). • 6 - 11 p.m.: Tight & Bright (No white after Labour Day) Party at the Summit Youth Centre. • 7 - 9 p.m.: Registration for the Columbia Valley Classics 25th annual Autumn Car Show & Shine at the Radium Seniors Hall. Visit radiumcarshow.com. • 7:30 p.m.: Jake’s Gift, the moving story of a WW2 veteran’s reluctant return to Juno Beach, at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Written and performed by Julia Mackey, directed by Dirk van Stralen. Also Saturday, September 20th. Tickets $15, available at Pynelogs and Tiffany’s Thredz. Call 250-342-4423 for more information.
Saturday, September 20th • 7 a.m. - 1 a.m.: Columbia Valley Classics 25th annual Autumn Car Show & Shine and related events. 7 - 10 a.m.: Pancake breakfast at the Radium Seniors Hall, $5. Hosted by the Radium Fire Department; 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Show & Shine at The Springs Golf Course driving range. Live entertainment by Blues Brothers Too; 12 - 4 p.m.: Rockin’ on Main at the Radium Visitor Centre. Market and live music by Marty & Eli; 4 p.m.: Cruise to Invermere, as part of the 25th annual Show & Shine (Not a Car Club sanctioned event); 8 p.m. - 1 a.m.: Dance, with the music of Metro Beat, at the Invermere Curling Centre. $25/ person. Visit radiumcarshow.com. • 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wilmer Fall Sale-abration, a fun garage sale and community celebration. Donations of items welcome. All proceeds go to final renovations of the Wilmer Community Hall. For more info or to volunteer, call Pam Meunier, 250-342-2019. • 10 a.m. - 1p.m.: Shoreline Clean-up with the Lake Ambassadors at Kinsmen Beach. For more info, call (250) 341-6898 or email info@lakeambassadors.ca.
Sunday, September 21st • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Windermere Fall Fair and Scarecrow Festival at the Windermere Community Hall. Scarecrow parade, kids’ zone, market vendors. Contests for baking, floral, horticulture, photography, scarecrows and more. For more information, contact Pat van Regen at 250342-3857, windermerecommunityassoc@gmail.com.
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said Mr. Nicholas. “He’s a great storyteller.” Then live music throughout A fish-friendly festival is takthe afternoon will definitely prove ing over Kinsmen Beach tomorrow to be one of the main attractions of when the 4th annual Columbia the day, with trendy East Kootenay Salmon Festival returns on Saturbands like 60 Hertz and Good Ol’ day, September 13th. Goats taking to the lakeside stage “It’s a mix of musical acts, lobetween 1 and 3 p.m. cal groups, story telling, and peoDuring the event, a salmon ple speaking on the importance pavilion will be set up under the of salmon to the region, to First beachside shelter across the road Nations, and the way — with the with informative presentations and dams that were built with the Cotalks on the history of the salmon lumbia River Treaty — that the and the challenges they face. salmon lifestyle was impacted,” Anyone interested in aborigiKtunaxa Nation Council communal culture won’t want to miss the nications manager Jesse Nicholas Ktunaxa Dance Troupe perform told The Pioneer. from 3:20 to 3:50 p.m. Make sure The mission of the festival is FISH FANS — “Salmon nerd” shirts and you bring your camera to capture to inform people about the history plush toys will be on sale at this year’s Co- the beautiful, brightly coloured traand future of salmon in the upper lumbia Salmon Festival with proceeds go- ditional outfits. Columbia, and their cultural sig- ing direcly to salmon restoration projects. Then, although closing renificance. “Nowadays, many people Photo submitted marks at 4 p.m. will signal the end in the valley have forgotten the role of the Kinsmen Beach gathering, that salmon played in the Upper Columbia prior to the the festival will continue for a few more hours in south construction of Grand Coulee dam in 1942,” states the Windermere at the site of the Akisqnuk band office facilfestival website. ity just off Highway 93/95. Although the Chinook salmon are gone from the Here, starting at 5 p.m. the public is invited to partake Columbia Valley, they have been replaced ecologically by in a delicious wild salmon feast followed by a pow wow. kokanee salmon. The Columbia Salmon Festival is be- While there are wooden bleachers to sit on, people can ing held at the height of the kokanee salmon run during also bring chairs and blankets to settle into while watching which time they turn bright red, and can be easily spot- the dancing. Some of the dances will be public, which the ted in waterways throughout the valley. master of ceremonies will invite the public to join. To celebrate both the salmon that have been lost and “There will be a box for donations, but the pow wow the kokanee salmon that are still in the local river system, and the feast are complimentary,” Mr. Nicholas said. the festival will feature a number of highlights locals and “There’s no cost associated with attending, it’s a comvisitors won’t want to miss. pletely open event. Everyone is welcome, don’t be shy.” Ktunaxa Nation chair Kathryn Teenese is taking Donations will also be collected at the festival on time out of her busy schedule to make some opening Kinsmen Beach, where “salmon nerd” shirts and plushy remarks at 11 a.m. when the fest kicks off with a tradi- salmon toys for kids will be available for purchase. tional First Nations prayer, followed by the engaging live All funds raised will go directly towards salmon resmusic of Rosie Brown on a stage set up in the greenspace toration projects. next to Pynelogs. “It’s just a fun time for the family to get out, have Shortly after noon, festival-goers will become ac- some fun and learn some cool stuff about salmon,” said quainted with the Ktunaxa Nation Creation Story as Mr. Nicholas. told by renowned St. Mary’s Indian Band storyteller Joe To learn even more, visit www.columbiasalmonfest. Pierre Jr. ca or visit the Facebook page “Columbia Salmon Festi“He’s done some training at the Banff Institute,” val” for the most up-to-date information. By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff
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Happy Birthday from a former publisher Springs proposed to his girlfriend. We had to prepare the paper beforehand and we were all sworn to secrecy, even the printing plant in Calgary. Our photographer was there when Lydia It’s hard to believe that ten years have passed since the first issue hit the streets on September picked up the newspaper, and captured the priceless look on her face just before she burst into tears. 16th, 2004, and I rushed down to the newspaSometimes I wonder whether valley residents apper office to congratulate the owners and offer my help as a reporter. preciate how lucky they are. Most communities this size have only one newspaper, and many have none My first story appeared in the next issue, and eight weeks later I bought the paper and became at all. We enjoy excellent coverage in the Columbia Valley. both the owner and publisher. It was a great concept and I knew it would be successful. I sold my newspaper in The challenge was to create a newspaper from 2010 to purscratch — with no archives, no stories, no adsue my longvertisements, and no photos to draw from. But held dream each week, The Pioneer grew and flourished. It was like raising my own children, and almost as of writing Elinor Florence fiction. My much work! Our readers loved it because it was so bright and colourful. We wrote lots of ar- first novel called Bird’s Eye View will be published ticles about local history and local people. I remember one man telling me: “I have in October. I’m sure you will read all about it in learned more about my own community from reading The Pioneer, than I did before The Pioneer! Happy birthday to my beloved newspaper, and in all the years I have lived here.” My favourite front page was Valentine’s Day 2008 when Kent Kebe of Radium Hot here’s to another ten successful years. By Elinor Florence Special to the Pioneer
NOTICE OF NOMINATION 2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS Public Notice is given to the electors of the Village of Radium Hot Springs that nominations for the offices of:
Mayor and four Councillors will be received by the Chief Election Officer or designated person, as follows: By hand, mail or other delivery service to: Village of Radium Hot Springs PO Box 340, 4836 Radium Blvd Radium Hot Springs, B.C. V0A 1M0 By fax to: 250-347-9068 By email to: Mark.Read@radiumhotsprings.ca
From 9 a.m., September 30th, 2014 To 4 p.m., October 10th, 2014. Excluding statutory holidays and weekends and regular office closures from noon to 1:00 pm on Fridays. From 9 a.m., September 30th, 2014 To 4 p.m. October 10th, 2014. Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30 pm on October 17th, 2014.
Nomination forms are available at the Village of Radium Hot Springs office until the close of the nomination period.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day [insert date of general voting day]; • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Mark Read, Chief Election Officer or Karen Sharp, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 250-347-6455
Friday, Septemer 19th and Saturday, September 20th Both shows at 7:30 p.m. at Pynelogs Tickets are $15 and available at Tiffany’s Thredz and at Pynelogs. Call 250-342-4423 for additional information.
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We will be Jet Rodding the sewer lines in the following areas from September 15th – 19th: • Fort Point • Tunnacliffe Heights • 12 A Avenue This program is necessary to maintain the quality of the sewer system. It is recommended that you leave all toilet seats down during this operation. The District apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this operation. If you have any questions, please contact the District office at 250-342-9281.
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Bomber pilot’s memoirs brought back to life By Elinor Florence Contributed Seventy-five years ago, on September 10th, 1939, Canada declared war against the Third Reich, so it’s fitting that a book of memoirs written in 1998 by a local veteran is now available for purchase once again. Leo Richer of Windermere, who passed away in 2000, wrote and self-published his 76-page book of memoirs called I Flew the Lancaster Bomber two years before his death. It was printed and bound by Palliser Printing in Invermere, and all the copies were snapped up by family and friends. Last year, his son Roger Richer, a lawyer who lives in Vancouver but still visits the valley frequently, decided to have the book reissued. Since the original files were gone, Shawn Wernig of Eggplant Studios in Invermere was hired to recreate the book. He took a printed copy and broke it apart, then scanned each page separately so that it is now available for purchase both in print and digital format. The book describes not only Leo’s wartime experiences, but his later life. After the war, he started a water taxi business in Windermere with his sister Edmae, a former Wren (member of the Women’s Royal Canadian Naval Service). He named his water taxi R-Roger after the Lancaster. In 1947, he married Winnifred Foster of London, Ontario, who had served in the Wrens with Edmae. They eventually purchased the general store and post office in the village of Windermere. Leo was also a well-known local musician who played in various bands all his life. Both Leo and Winnifred are deceased. They had two children: Roger is now a successful lawyer in Vancouver, and daughter Sherry is a retired teacher in Ontario. Seventy-five years later, there is
LANCASTER LEO — The fascinating war time memoirs of past Windermere resident Leo Richer are now available in a newly recreated book available both in paperback and online. Photo submitted still keen interest in the Lancaster bomber, since there are only four Lancasters with operating engines still in existence. One of them is in Hamilton, Ontario, and it is still flying. The other is in Nanton, Alberta at the Bomber Command Museum, and you can visit it there and experience the thrill of seeing and hearing all four mighty Merlin engines running.To order a printed copy of the book I Flew the Lancaster Bomber, visit www.amazon. ca. The paperback costs $7.30.
You can also download the digital version for just 99 cents from several sources including ibooks and lulu.com. And if you want a sneak preview of what the book contains, in my weekly blog called Wartime Wednesdays I describe a hair-raising incident experienced by the young bomber pilot as he was flying over Germany on a thousand-bomber raid. To read the story, visit www. columbiavalleypioneer and click on the Wartime Wednesdays link on the left side of the page.
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action within the Columbia Basin.” Ms. Peloso’s love of The Lake Windermere the water originated with Ambassadors have given her upbringing in Ontario. the reins of one of its most “My childhood home was important roles to a new adjacent to a wetland and water woman at the helm while growing up this was of the not-for-profit orgaa special place where I spent nization dedicated to the memorable time playing, PELOSO TAKEOVER — Mepreservation of the lake. exploring and contemplatgan Peloso was born to take the Deserving candidate Meing.” After obtaining her helm as the new program coordigan Peloso has taken over degree in International nator for the Lake Windermere the position of program Development at the UniAmbassadors. Photo submitted co-ordinator from former versity of Ottawa, the inrepresentative Kirstin Harma.“I’m very sightful student became aware of global grateful for the warm welcome I have disparities involving access to natural rereceived since arriving just a few weeks sources. This knowledge sparked a passion ago,” Ms. Peloso said. for the environmental conservation, which Parts of the responsibilities integral spurred her to obtain a Masters Degree in to Ms. Peloso’s exciting new role include Natural Resource Management at the Unimanaging the diverse needs of the lake versity of British Columbia. and dealing with the public who “thrive “My thesis focused on water access within its watershed,” she said. “My new and governance in Ghana, and I continue role as LWA’s program co-ordinator is to to assist on research that looks at pricing implement a work plan that builds on water fairly in Canada — It’s interesting to numerous workshops and discussions know that Canadian water consumption and ultimately seeks to safeguard the ranks well above other industrialized counhealth of the lake for years to come.” tries, second only to the U.S., and that of Ms. Peloso’s extensive role is guided by all the provinces, B.C. residents use the a work plan created by a board of directors most water on average.” who represent various stakeholder groups. East Kootenay is a place where innovaMonitoring water quality is a top priority tive work is happening and Ms. Peloso sees inherent in LWA’s program, as is creating a the important connection between comcommunication platform for awareness and munities and environmental groups in the education through materials and workshops. Columbia Valley as integrated and proficient “It’s part of my role to develop creative at educating one another. “I hope to spark strategies and opportunities for people to be- conversations around water resources, so that come more connected to their water source those of us living on or around Lake Windthrough watershed tours, classroom projects ermere have a mindful voice in decisions that and volunteer outreach,” she said. “The idea affect the Lake. I am fortunate to arrive on is that when people take away something the heels of the excellent work led by former new, or have an interesting experience they Program Co-ordinator Kirsten Harma, and will share what they learn with others, that’s look forward to learning more about the role what water stewardship is all about!” local community members can play in planThe water activist gravitated to the ning for the future of their watershed.” LWA’s progressive reputation and its ability Ms. Peloso encourages the public to to adapt and evolve. Inspired by the beauty come out to the Columbia Salmon Festival on of the lake corridor, Ms. Peloso was further Saturday, September 13th (tomorrow) where encouraged by the response of the public to the Lake Windermere Ambassadors will have protect the integral aspects of the lake. a presence, and to the post-summer Shore“I found the challenge of applying line Clean-up on Saturday, September 20th the skills I have learned in an entirely new beginning at 10 a.m. on Kinsmen Beach.To context appealing — I see my role as a contact Ms. Peloso, become an LWA member mediator, co-ordinating perspectives and or make a donation, email info@lakeambasconcerns into effective and collaborative sadors.ca or call 250-341-6898. By Erin Knutson Special to the Pioneer
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YOUR MONEY Budgeting tips for students
Heading off to college is an exciting time for most students, but this newfound independence comes with increased financial responsibility. Moreover, the postsecondary landscape in Canada is becoming more costprohibitive towards students. Here are some recent statistics, and tips to help students stay financially stable while they study. By the numbers According to a recent poll, over 50 per cent of college and university students in Canada have to borrow to pay for their educations. On average, students who graduate post-secondary school with debt are expected to owe about $26,000 each. Student loans can really add up. Canadian students currently owe more than $15 billion in student loans, and in the U.S. outstanding student loans debt has topped $1 trillion. Canadian universities are also increasingly relying on tuition fees for funding, rather than utilizing government sources. According to the Canadian Association of University Teachers, the government share of operating revenue has declined over the past several years from 84 to 58 per cent. During the same period, tuition fees as a percentage of operating revenue jumped from 12 to 35 per cent. These statistics make parental involvement all the more important. Here are some ways that parents can help.
Save early The best way to help children pay for their education is with a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP). RESPs enjoy tax-deferred growth and a 20 per cent government grant on contributions, up to certain maximums. Not everyone chooses to or can afford to save, and that’s ok. According to a recent TD poll, 29 per cent of parents with children under age 18 aren’t saving for their education. Fortunately, there are other ways to fund education, and stretch dollars further. Money management A recent TD research study found that today’s students are 18 per cent more likely than their parent’s generation to use proceeds from a part-time job to fund living expenses, and using their student loans or other sources to pay for school. Parents can help their children succeed by helping their children set a realistic budget, in which spending is prioritized. For example, essential costs like tuition, supplies and rent should be top priority, with discretionary spending allocated last.The best way to achieve this is, prior to starting the next school year, parents and students should write two budgets: an annual schoolexpenses budget, as well as a monthly budget for living expenses. This will help ensure everyone stays on track and can plan for additional funding, if needed. Further, when a student graduates and enters the
workforce, parents can help their children write a new budget and debt repayment plan. After all, borrowed money is not free money. As adults know and graduates will soon find out, proper cash flow and debt management are important keys to long-term financial success. Free sources Students can help themselves by finding extra money in the form of scholarships, bursaries and grants. There are numerous opportunities both in one’s community and online. And the best part is, the money doesn’t have to be paid back! Many retailers also offer discounts for people who can show proof of student status. In college towns or areas, students could find discounts on many products and services like hair salons, restaurants and public transportation. Final thoughts With education becoming more cost-prohibitive, families are getting creative about managing post-secondary expenses. Sources like RESPs, student loans, budgeting, scholarships and discounts are used in varying combinations by most families. Parental involvement is an important factor in a student’s success. According to a recent RBC poll, 87 per cent of students admit they still have a lot to learn when managing their finances. If parents or students need additional advice, they can always consult with a financial advisor, who will be happy to help.
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The library and the fitness centre are both on the agenda for Phase 2, but to avoid contention, the representatives of the two organizations will be allotted separate fundraising periods. This raised the question by Mr. Taft as to whether both projects will be able to afford construction to begin Phase 2. “How much [does the Valley Fitness Centre need]?” Ms. Breau asked. Mr. Taft estimated around $300 per square foot, but reminded that there are many variables. The District of Invermere conservatively budgeted $500,000 for the abatement of the old high school, which is the site of the proposed centre, and Chris Prosser, chief administrative officer for the district, said the cost is expected to run between $320,000 and $600,000. The committee will meet again on Tuesday, October 1st from 3 to 5 p.m. Editor’s note: In a recent article on the multi-use centre in the August 20th issue, comments made on behalf of the performing arts consortium by Kathryn Gowling were mistakenly attributed to Barb Neraasen.
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Now-retired teacher Anne Picton recalls that strike, and said her class was packed with 35 to 40 students. Mrs. Picton said she was able to adapt her teaching technique to the occasion, but compromises had to be made. “I’m an old fashioned teacher. When I started teaching, it was normal to have classes that size,” she said. “But you’ll lose kids at the lower end who need extra help, and the the kids on the higher end who need extra challenges.” She remembers that particular strike concluding by the end of September of that year. Mrs. Picton, who retired from teaching in 1998, said there were three teaching strikes during her career, and she only supported one of them. “For two [teacher strikes] I crossed the picket line and went into school because I didn’t support what they were fighting for,” she said. “It was very difficult crossing the picket line; it’s a small place and everybody striking is your friend.” But if she were still teaching today, she’d be participating in the current strike action. “I don’t think that the teachers have a whole lot of choice at the moment. They took a stand and said enough is enough. Some of our teachers are earning less than they did four years ago for the same job,” she said. “[B.C.] teachers could move to Alberta and get almost $20,000 more per year to do the same job.”
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Notice No. 3-1 LGA s.70
NOTICE OF NOMINATION
Public Notice is given to the electors of the Village of Canal Flats that nominations for the offices of:
Mayor (1) Councillor (4)
Public Notice is given to the electors of the District of Invermere that nominations for the offices of:
will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows:
Mayor (1)
Councillor (4)
And for the School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain) Trustee Electoral Area 3
By hand, mail or other delivery service to: Village of Canal Flats PO Box 159, 8866 Grainger Road Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0
From 9 a.m., September 30th, 2014 to 4 p.m. October 10th, 2014. Excluding Statutory holidays and weekends.
By fax to: 250-349-5460 or By email to: village@canalflats.ca
From 9 a.m., September 30th, 2014 to 4 p.m. October 10th, 2014. Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30 pm on October 17, 2014
School Trustee (1) will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: By hand, mail or other delivery service: District of Invermere office Box 339, 914 – 8th Avenue Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 By fax to: (250) 342-2934
Nomination forms are available at the Village of Canal Flats office during regular office hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (closed from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.) to the close of the nomination period.
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From 9:00 am September 30th, 2014 To 4:00 pm October 10th, 2014 Mountain Standard Time * Excluding Statutory holidays and weekends From 9:00 am September 30th, 2014 To 4:00 pm October 10th, 2014 Mountain Standard Time * Excluding Statutory holidays and weekends Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30 pm on October 17th, 2014
A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria:
Nomination forms are available at the District of Invermere office during regular office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday) to the close of the nomination period.
• Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day (November 15th, 2014); • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.
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FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Sylvie Hoobanoff, Chief Election Officer 250-349-5462 Denise Trepanier, Deputy Chief Election Officer 250-349-5462 Sylvie Hoobanoff, Chief Election Officer
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A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: Canadian citizen; 18 years of age or older on general voting day (November 15th, 2014); resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Kindry Luyendyk, Chief Election Officer 250-342-9281 Chris Prosser, Deputy Chief Election Officer 250-342-9281
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NOTICE TO RADIUM HOT SPRINGS WATER USERS
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The Village of Radium Hot Springs will commence hydrant flushing in Radium Hot Springs beginning September 22nd through to September 26th, 2014.
By Arnold Malone Pioneer Columnist
Hydrant flushing is a preventative maintenance procedure done to ensure trouble-free operations of all our hydrants. This also gives the opportunity to flushwatermainsofanysedimentationbuildupthatmayhaveoccurredduring normal operations. Residents may be faced with a temporary discoloration of their water supply. Chlorine levels will be increased during this period to ensure that safe drinking water is being supplied at all times. Chlorine levels will return to normal when flushing procedures are completed.
Some month ago, I read a news report about online dating. The number one characteristic applicants seek is honesty. I suspect that in our daily lives we all wish for honesty in others. The want for honesty is a paradoxical desire given that absolute honesty is a rare practice. When asked, “Have you been busy lately?”, we are usually surprised that most others are being worked as if they were rowing a slave ship. Who wants to admit they might be an idler? Nor might we be convincing when informing telemarketers, “We were just about to leave the house,” “I am currently in a meeting” or “Sorry, the doorbell is ringing.” Last winter, I was having a check-up at a local clinic. After I had taken my seat, a stooped elderly man shuffled in. His complexion was ashen and he looked very ill. He slumped into a chair. Later, a man of his vintage entered the clinic and the two men sprang towards each other with greetings of friendship. “I am just fine,” the first gentleman said to the question, “How are you?” He was a gentle looking man with the appearance of one who had never told a lie in his life. It isn’t just individuals who tell “wee fibs” (my Mother’s expression); corporations also sneak in a few latex claims. If you pay attention to television ads, you will know that Chevrolet/GMC, Ford and Dodge light trucks all provide the best fuel efficiency in North America — a miraculous accomplishment. Then again, one of them could be telling the truth. I once asked an acquaintance how he liked his new car. He rattled on for some paragraphs telling me the wonders of the vehicle. It was quiet, had a great ride, and was fuel efficient. After all, who would want to appear as if they couldn’t wisely use their money?
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Eight months later, he sold the car. I asked him why. This time, the words were just as plentiful but it was a catalogue of faults. He wanted to sell it while there was still some value left in it. After all, who would want to demonstrate they were poor economic managers? In practice, truth is situation-adjusted. CBC, during this past year, interviewed a Toronto man who had joined an organization known as “Extreme Honesty.” The goal was to never, ever, tell anyone anything that wasn’t exactly how they truly felt. His wife had dragged him to a university homecoming and he was witness to his wife and a several former classmates happily planning to meet again next year. His wife asked him, “Don’t you think that would be a wonderful idea?” He responded, “No, I have never met these people before; they mean nothing to me and I see no purpose in meeting again.” He endured a very frosty ride home. Thereafter, he practiced Extreme Honesty-Light. If you want to experience extreme honesty, become a kindergarten teacher. My university roommate told me that, in his small community, four mothers — one of whom had brought her small son — were playing a game of cards. During the game, the boy’s mother asked her son: Mother: “Sonny, why are you staring at Mrs. Doe like that?” Son: “Mommy, I don’t see any blue streak when she talks.” Thankfully, in Canada, honesty is a blend of truth saturated with diplomacy. It is this nuance that allows us to live, work and associate with others. Saying, “Your clothes don’t match” might be true, but your friends will start crossing to the other side of the street. Truth needs to be measured on a balance beam with judgment, and judgment, of course, ought to have a high regard for truth. So when it comes to your friends, give them as much honesty as they can tolerate. Arnold Malone served as MP for Alberta’s Battle River and Crowfoot ridings from 1974 through 1992. He retired to Invermere in 2007.
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Becoming a family unit Family Ties By Lynsey Burke Pioneer Columnist It was over nine years ago when my now husband nervously asked me to be his girlfriend. We were sitting at the beach in my hometown of Kelowna. As he averted his gaze, fidgeted with the sand between his fingers and clacked his rollerblades together, I happily accepted his exciting proposition. He, at that time, was so sprightly and nearly prepubescent that he still had some growing into his caterpillar eyebrows to do. Myself, I was still shedding some baby fat from my round face and often used the word “like” six times before I could spit out a sentence. Perhaps I’m painting a pretty pathetic picture of him at the age of 21 and me on the brink of 20, but we were quite young when we started dating and had much growing up to do, together. We’d talk about our careers and where they would take us in our lives. We had grand visions of me writing and taking photos for National Geographic and he was going to be a big shot fighter pilot. Although our visions were perhaps skewed and somewhat romanticized, we’ve stuck to the plan, however loosely. I’m writing and he’s flying planes. The less glamorous side of things has been the dingy basement apartments, the penny pinching, the transient yet exciting lifestyle, and to date — the poopy diapers! That was the one thing we never really
discussed. We never talked much about weddings because we were so young… and babies — no sir. The only talk of babies was by my father’s aptly heeded warning “Lynsey, David — it’s [post-secondary] school before babies.” “Yes Dad.” Good talk. That was awkward, especially for my fidgety boyfriend of what… two weeks? Though, with complete sincerity, becoming a family unit has truly been the most fulfilling career that we’ve been blessed with. We are fortunate enough to be raising our now two-year-old son Oliver and our one-month-old daughter Hazel here in Invermere. We moved to this paradise valley in June — it’s been great so far, extremely family-friendly and welcoming. I’m excited to write the Family Ties column and I look forward to many written words surrounding the learning curves of parenting, the diverse child-rearing styles, the special moments, the frustrations, local family outings, the goings on, the sharing of ideas, the cries for help, the shining moments of it all — you name it. In fact, just today I had to deter our dog from stealing a “snack” from our toddlers’ successful bout on his training potty — yes, that’s right, National Geographic’s got nothin’ on me! Family, adventure and the exploration of the unfamiliar is what fuels freelance writer and editor Lynsey Burke’s creativity in writing. Visit www.lynseyburke.com.
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LIQUOR
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20%
Come in EVERY WEDNESDAY to receive 20% off all regular priced items in store. 20% discount also applies to fresh meat on sale. Some exceptions apply. (Tobacco, liquor, gas, lottery, Shaw Direct are exempt from the discount). Also come in on your birthday for the same deal! Proof of birth date is required.
Myth: One big ad will make a big impression. Reality: The same money invested in a regular series of small ads will yield bigger results. Call Dean or Cheryl 250-341-6299 to find out more.
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Your Local COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE
Professionals Over 10 years of real estate experience!
Glenn Pomeroy
MaxWell Realty Invermere 1214-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.
glennpomeroy@shaw.ca
Cell: (250) 270-0666 Office: (250) 341-6044 Fax: 866-600-0673
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MaxWell Realty Invermere 1214-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.
kdmacritchie@gmail.com
Cell: 250-342-1565 Office: 250-341-6044 Fax: 250-341-6046
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Regional District of East Kootenay 2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS AND ASSENT VOTING ADVANCE ELECTOR REGISTRATION
2014 GENERAL SCHOOL ELECTIONS School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain)
Are you eligible to vote in the November elections for Regional District Electoral Area Directors or School District 5 and 6 trustees in Electoral Areas B, F or G. Are you eligible to vote at the Elko Fire Protection Service assent voting? Is your name on the current list of electors? If you are not sure you can find out by visiting the Regional District office at 19 – 24 Avenue South, Cranbrook, by calling us at 250-489-2791, or by sending an email to elections@rdek.bc.ca. The office is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays). Advance elector registrations will be accepted at the Regional District office in Cranbrook until 4:30 pm on Tuesday, September 23, 2014. With the exception of registrations on voting days, elector registrations will not be accepted during the period September 24, 2014 to November 16, 2014.
ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS 1. RESIDENT ELECTORS: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and • a resident of the specific RDEK electoral area or assent voting area for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law.
2. NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and • a registered owner of real property in the specific RDEK electoral area or assent voting area for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not entitled to register as a resident elector; and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law; and • if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector.
LIST OF REGISTERED ELECTORS Beginning September 30, 2014 until the close of general voting for the election on November 15, 2014, a copy of the list of registered electors will be available for public inspection at the Regional District office in Cranbrook, during regular office hours. Before inspecting the list, a person must sign a statement that they will not inspect the list or use the information included in the list except for the purposes of Part 3 - Electors and Elections of the Local Government Act. An elector may request that their address or other information about them be omitted from or obscured on the list of electors. OBJECTION TO REGISTRATION OF AN ELECTOR An objection to the registration of a person whose name appears on the list of registered electors may be made in accordance with the Local Government Act until 4:00 pm on October 10, 2014. An objection must be in writing and may only be made by a person entitled to be registered as an elector of the specific RDEK electoral area and can only be made on the basis that a person whose name appears on the list of electors has died or is not qualified to be registered as an elector.
Public Notice is given to the electors of School District No. 6 Trustee Electoral Areas 4 and 5 that nominations for the offices of: 1 – Trustee for Trustee Electoral Area 4 (RDEK Electoral Area F and Village of Canal Flats) 1 – Trustee for Trustee Electoral Area 5 (RDEK Electoral Area G and Village of Radium Hot Springs) will be received by the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer, as follows: By hand, mail or other delivery service: RDEK Office 19-24th Ave. S., Cranbrook From 9:00 am, September 30, 2014 to 4:00 pm, October 10, 2014 Excluding statutory holidays & weekends By hand: Columbia Valley RDEK office 4956 Athalmer Road, Invermere From 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, October 7, 2014 By fax to: 250-489-3498 or by email to elections@rdek.bc.ca From 9:00am, September 30, 2014 to 4:00pm, October10, 2014 Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30pm on October 17, 2014.
Nomination packages are available at Cranbrook and Columbia Valley offices during regular office hours until the close of the nomination period. To have nomination documents mailed to you, please contact the Cranbrook office at 250-489-2791 or email elections@rdek.bc.ca. QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated for office and to be elected to and to hold office as a trustee if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day (November 15, 2014); • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of nomination; and • not disqualified under the School Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office as trustee, or be otherwise disqualified by law. For further information, please contact Lee-Ann Crane, Chief Election Officer, or Shannon Moskal, Deputy Chief Election Officer, at 250-489-2791 or toll-free at 1-888-478-7335. Lee-Ann Crane, Chief Election Officer
REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca Website: www.rdek.bc.ca
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FUNDING PIONEERS — A new alliance bodes well for future gains at the Invermere Public Library. From left to right: Foundation chair Roberta Hall, Friends president Lynda Tutty, Pat Conway, Joan Rouse, library board member Tom Symington, and Nancy Ballard. Photo by Erin Knutson ‘New’ from page 3 . . . From its conception in 2001, the Foundation in conjunction with its donors has approved and distributed $322,000 in monetary grants to recipients ranging from groups enhancing community facilities to organizations devoted to arts and culture, the environment, literacy, education, families, and recreation, and to students for post-secondary studies or training. The Columbia Valley Community Foundation will officiate the agreement of the Invermere Public Library Endowment Fund, which stipulates that the annual interest generated in its name will be channeled into the Invermere Public Library through Friends “This is the first desginated of the Invermere (library) fund established with Public Library. “The fund the Columbia Valley was established Community Foundation.” with contributions from CoTom Symington Valley Invermere Library Board Member lumbia bibliophiles and library supporters (permanent and seasonal patrons, volunteers, friends, past and present board members, and staff) who value the vital role the library has played and continues to play in our valley-wide community,” said Lynda Tutty, Friends of the Library President, in a statement. Current and retired Library Board members, library staff members and Friends of the Library will continue to generate funds and contributions as they see fit. “This is the first designated fund established with the Columbia Valley Community Foundation,” said Mr. Symington. “Once the minimum amount of $5,000 has been reached, annual interest from the fund will go to the Friends of the Library to be used for library programs and the preservation and enhancement of its collection.” Library supporters who value the role the library plays in the community are invited to contribute to the endowment fund. Donations may be sent to the Columbia Valley Community Foundation, stipulating the Invermere Public Library Endowment Fund, at Box 991, Invermere BC V0A 1K0 or online at www.valleyfoundation.ca.
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Regional District of East Kootenay
We are feeling...
D FLUSHE
Sanitary Sewer Flushing Edgewater and Holland Creek
!
The Regional District of East Kootenay is gearing up for its regular maintenance work on the Edgewater and Holland Creek sanitary sewers to remove settled and accumulated material.
This maintenance is scheduled for the week of September 15-19, 2014. During this process, the contractor will be setting up their flushing apparatus at each service access (manhole) in the roadway and releasing pressurized water through the sanitary sewer main pipe to remove buildup.
A bubbling and/or vacuum effect may be noticed in your drains and toilets due to this maintenance flushing. It is recommended to keep toilet seats closed and cover any floor drains. Internal plumbing consists of “P” Traps, which hold a volume of water to prevent sewer gasses from migrating into a home. During the flushing process, this water could be drawn out of the traps. For that reason, it is important to refill all plumbing traps by running the water in your sinks and floor drains after the work is complete. This preventative maintenance process is necessary to reduce the potential for a sanitary sewer main backup which could result in damage to property. The RDEK would like to thank you for your patience during this regular maintenance.
For more information on the flushing program, contact: Joel Bilodeau, RDEK Senior Operator - 1-250-342-0063 or jbilodeau@rdek.bc.ca.
HAZARDOUS WASTE ROUND UP Get rid of your unwanted, hard-to-get-rid-of household hazardous wastes!
Saturday, September 20, 2014 10:00 am - 2:00 pm District of Invermere Public Works Yard (1101 Industrial Rd #1)
This is your chance to get rid of old aerosols, flammable liquids, poisonous products, corrosives, oils, antifreeze, paints, pesticides, herbicides and solvents in one location. From nail polish remover and furniture polish to rat poison and pool acids, we will take a wide range of household products. For a complete list of what is accepted, visit www.rdek.bc.ca Household Residential Only No Commercial or Industrial Products. No Explosives, Ammunition, Biomedical or Radioactive Waste
19 - 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca Website: www.rdek.bc.ca
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Weekend destinations In descending order from top left: Invermere’s Inukshuk in all its morning glory (Photo by Dan Walton); Orienteering competitors made the most of the B.C. Orienteering Championships in Invermere, including Jeanette Stampe (centre), on Saturday, September 6th (Photos by Dan Walton); Eager square dancing participants strutted their stuff at the Columbia Valley Twirlers Square Dance hosted at the Radium Community Hall on Saturday, September 6th (Photos by Kirsten McCauley). Featured on the opposite page from clockwise top left: Traffic is being diverted after construction crews began laying new pavement at the bottom of 12th Street in Invermere on Wednesday, September 10th; Puddles reflected the valley’s stunning early morning mountain vistas in Invermere on Saturday, September 6th; The 4th annual Parkinson’s Superwalk at Pothole Park attracted dozens of supporters on Saturday, September 6th, including Katrina Mattmuh (left) and her mom Daniela; On a clear morning,the Invermere sky flares for a few minutes shortly before sunrise (All photos by Dan Walton); Kootenay Savings’ Family Movie in the Park in Radium Hot Springs on Saturday, September 6th brought out star gazing crowds by the dozens (Photo by Kris McCauley).
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HERE TO SERVE YOU Sales ~ Service ~ Installation
Judy: (250) 341-1903
TRIPLE J
UNIVERSAL DOORS & EXTERIORS
www.valleysolutions.ca valleysolutions@shaw.ca SOLUTIONS FOR THE VACATION HOME OWNER SINCE 2006
Window Cleaning
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Jim Detta
Arnold Scheffer 250-342-6700
250-349-7546 Canal Flats, BC
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• House Checking • Complications • Details
● Free Estimates ● Fully Insured
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• Air Conditioning/Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems
Fully authorized dealers for
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Call for your FREE consultation and estimate
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After Hours Call: 250-342-3830 Email: tayntonbay@hotmail.com
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• Journeyman Carpenter • Contracting • Framing/Siding/Finishing • Timberframe • Custom Log Railing & Decks
Westridge Cabinets Dealer ~ Granite and Quartz Counter Tops Come visit our showroom,
492 arrow rd., unit 1b 250-342-hoMe (4663)
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stwcarpentry@live.ca • cell 250 270 0745
FREE ESTIMATES
Chimney and Eavestrough Cleaning and Repair Specialists
• Pruning and Removal of ALL Trees and Shrubs • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured & WCB Covered
You name it! I’ll take care of it! YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP for all home maintenance from raking your lawn to renovating your entire house.
New Home Construction
OVER
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Keep your local companies alive. Why go to Golden when you can get your tree services right here in Invermere!
Please call Steve ~ a real local you can trust! 250-342-1791
THE VALLEY’S LARGEST WINDOW COVERINGS SHOWROOM • Roller Shades • Roman Shades • Cellular Shades
• Pleated Shades • Horizontal Blinds • Shutters
• Vertical Blinds • Automation • Residential & Commercial
Come visit our showroom,
492 ARROW RD., UNIT 1B 250-342-HOME (4663)
• Gel Nails & Pedicures • Coloured Gel • Nail Art Call Judy ~ 250-341-5245 • Days, Evenings, Weekends HAVE A PARTY AND GET FREE JEWELLERY! A fun get-together with friends and gorgeous free Sterling Silver Jewellery…what more could a girl want? See how Silpada Designs gives you all that and more by booking a Silpada party… It’s simple - just give me your guest list and I’ll do the rest. ASK ME
about a fun, fASt Silpada Designs facebook Rose-Marie Fagerholm Party! Independent Representative
250-341-5956 • rosis@telus.net
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HERE TO SERVE YOU Skandia Concrete
Kootenay Paving
• Serving the valley for over 30 years • Commercial • Industrial • Residential • All work is guaranteed • Free estimates
Your local choice! • 1756 Hwy 93/95, P.O. Box 2700, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-342-6500 • Toll Free: 1-888-341-2221 • Fax: 250-342-3484
ROSS‛S POOLS & SPAS Commercial – Residential Installation – Maintenance – Repairs
Septic Systems Installed ~ Pumped ~ Repaired Prefab Cement Tanks Installed Water Lines Dug and Installed Basements Dug
WINDERMERE 250-342-6805
TIMBER FRAME SPECIALISTS
Rocky Mountain Timber Frame
Darren Ross
SHOLINDER & MACKAY EXCAVATING Inc.
Plumbing • Heating • Electrical
Rigid Plumbing Ltd.
Experience & Expertise Computer Aided Design Traditional Joinery Advanced Fabrication
Quality you can see!
Andy Charette
Box 72, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0
Cell: 250-341-7727 • Fax: 1-778-523-2426 • poolman-911@hotmail.com
•DESIGN •SUPPLY •MANUFACTURE •INSTALL RockyMountainTimberFrame.com wayne@rmtf.ca 250-688-4423
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RADIUM HOT SPRINGS ESSO
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HOMES
7 days a week
GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL Invermere
ALL PHASES OF HOME BUILDING AND RENOVATING
Tavis O’Rourke
Freight & Passenger Depot
(250) 341-6888
www.cordnerarchitect.com
7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs
(250) 347-9726
Journeyman Carpenter
Box 336, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-688-0138 • Email: tavis_o@live.ca
Perfectly Painted Fast, reliable and affordable service for interiors and exteriors
Residential & Commercial Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Bus: 250-342-9692
RR#4 2117 - 13 Avenue
Cell: 250-342-5241
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Fax: 250-342-9644 rugclean@telus.net
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Beverley Schembri Windermere, B.C. and surrounding area
Cell or email for a free estimate Phone: 587-585-6565 email: bevschembri@msn.com
SPRAY FOAM INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS pennerinsulation.com • 250-342-2001
Box 802 | 422 – 14th Street | Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0
Patryk Jagiello STAIN/LACQUER/PAINT INTERIOR/EXTERIOR patco_dev@shaw.ca
(250) 270-0345 (403) 870-7558 in Calgary since 2002 in Invermere since 2004
Patco Developments Ltd. PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS
Your search for quality and dependability ends with us. Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Specialists Truck Mounted System • Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed
Dean Hubman
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250-342-3052
Toll Free: 877-342-3052
Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net
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HERE TO SERVE YOU READY MIX CONCRETE
Hourly or Contract Rates Available
Concrete Pump • Sand & Gravel Heavy Equipment Rentals • Crane Service
• Excavator • Mini-Excavator • Bobcats • Dump Truck • Compaction Equipment • Street Sweeping • Underground Services • Site Prep • Road Building • Land Clearing • Landscaping • Basements
Trevor Hayward (Owner/Operator)
Proudly Serving the Valley for over 50 years
For competitive prices and prompt service, call: 250-342-3268 (plant) 250-342-6767 (office)
250-342-5800
LAMBERT-KIPP
P H A R M A C Y LT D .
Come in and browse our giftware
J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.) Laura Kipp, Pharm D., Irena Shepard, B.Sc. (Pharm.) Your Compounding Pharmacy Open Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere
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BOX 2228 BOX 459 742 - 13th STREET 7553 MAIN STREET INVERMERE, BC. RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, BC V0A 1K0 V0A 1M0 PHONE: 250-342-3031 PHONE: 250-347-9350 FAX: 250-342-6945 FAX: 250-347-6350 Email: info@invermereinsurance.com • Toll Free: 1-866-342-3031
Your Local Pest Control Professionals
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Established 1976
JOHN WOOD DURAFORM SYSTEM
THE FOUNDATION CONTRACTOR OF CHOICE PH: 250-345-2188 • CELL: 250-342-1289 • TOBYWOOD@SHAW.CA
Invermere Dry Cleaners Ltd. Scott Postlethwaite
CVCC Contractor/ Trade Builder of the Year 2008
Residential, Commercial Electric Furnace and Hot Water Tank Repair and Service For All Your Electrical Needs invermereelectric@gmail.com
1710 10th Avenue – Invermere, BC V0A 1K0
New hours and days of operation: Monday - Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The coin Laundromat will be open from Monday - Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 507A - 7th Ave., Invermere • 250-342-6610
GLD
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• Bathroom Renovations • Additions • Decks • Finish Carpentry • Basement Renovations
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HERE TO SERVE YOU Architectural Design • New Home Design • Renovation Design • CAD Drafting Paul Aubrecht, D. Arch Calgary (403) 874-0483
• FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 385 Laurier Street, Invermere, B.C.
Phone: 250-342-7100 Email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com
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Elmo’s Stump Grinding You find’m I’ll Grind’m
Elmer REITER Box 965 Invermere, BC, V0A1K0 H: 250-342-9669 C: 250-341-7126 Email:ereiter@telus.net
• Trusses • Engineered Floors • Wall Panels Tel: 250.341.6075 Fax: 250.341.3427 Email: info@duskbuildingsystems.com www.duskbuildingsystems.com
Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals • Complete sewer/drain repairs • A well maintained septic system NEW should be pumped every 2-3 years SEWER • Reasonable rates – Seniors’ discount CAMERA • Speedy service – 7 days a week • Avoid costly repairs
Bruce Dehart 250.347.9803 or 250.342.5357
Cranbrook Pest Control Environmentally-friendly integrated pest management. Ask about our maintenance programs.
Visit our online store at: GUARANTEED www.cranbrookpestcontrol.com 250-426-9586 1-888-371-6299
Dale Elliott Contracting • • • • •
Interior Finishing Kitchen and Vanity Cabinets Counter tops Small Renovations Decks and Interior Railings
250-341-7098 Invermere, B.C.
• Ready Mix Concrete • Commercial concrete sealer • Concrete Pumping retarder for exposed • Over 50 colours available aggregate and in stock • DELIVERED ON TIME • Concrete stamps for rent at a fair price • Full range of coloured release • Full range of sand and agents for stamping gravel products.
We use the most successful products available. ALL WORK
1320 Industrial Road #3 Box 159, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
Phone: 250-342-6452 • 250-342-3773 • Cell: 250-270-9444 All products are available at 9120, Hwy 93/95 which is five kilometres north of Tim Hortons
BOUTIQUE VACATION HOME MANAGEMENT RENTAL SERVICES “Proven and successful Management and Marketing Services for your Vacation Home” “Trip Advisor Vacation Rental of the Year 2011 and 2012”
• PROPERTY MAINTENANCE • Trucking • Mini Excavator • Residential/Commercial
Kari&&John JohnMason Mason balancebobcat.com Kari 250-270-0821 • 1-780-970-7040
Call or visit online
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PH: 1-888-711-ESCAPE (3722) • WEB: www.cobblestonecreek.ca
Home Improvements Lawn Maintenance Concierge Services Off-Season Home Checks
Serving Invermere & Panorama
From Framing to Finishing
At Chore Service “We do it for you” Al Kaulback, owner
250-346-3199 250-341-5926 al.kaulback@gmail.com
• LANDSCAPING & DESIGN • Skidsteer Services • Mini Track Hoe 250.270.0821
Al Tallman
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We build everything from dog houses to dream homes!
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Call us today for your FREE estimate!
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PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS
• • • •
ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT
CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
AMAZING FALL SPECIAL!
Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7:15 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call 250-3428255.
Larry and Sally are ecstatic about the birth of Shanna and Jon’s new son Brady, born August 30th in the Cranbrook Hospital.
Cheers to the young, fun and outdoorsy 20 and 30-somethings of Invermere. Where are you all hiding?
Cheers to Shannon and Lowell, the most generous people I know. My gratitude knows no end. If it’s not one thing it’s your mother-glad you brought her along too!
Cheers to the wonderful staff at No Frills, known by some as the big cold yellow store, for tracking me down in the parking lot after I left my wallet at the cash register!
Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.
A family reunion full of cheers to Steve and Jerry for graciously hosting the Blair Clan at the mine. You guys rock gypsum! Our grandfather would be so proud.
Now on at
See our ad on page 7
Narcotics Anonymous meeting now available. Thursdays at 8 p.m. Call 250-342-1071 for more info.
S
OBITUARY
S
CHEERS & JEERS
Garry Hamilton It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Garry Hamilton, a longtime valley resident. He was on vacation when he became ill and passed away on Sunday, September 7th. Garry loved the valley and had many friends throughout the years. Please raise your glass and have a hearty “cheers” in his name.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Udo Kumpers Memorial Party
Big jeers to the truck that nearly hit me at a quiet intersection on Tuesday morning. You almost T-boned a pregnant lady with a 1 year old in the back seat because you weren’t paying any attention to what you were doing.
S IN MEMORIAM S In memory of Henry Karperien. April 4, 1923 to Sept. 12, 2012. Love always, from Ilona.
Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 1-855-377-1312 Email: info@columbiavalleypioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com
Cheers to the new flower girl “Jake” Jeers to the Provincial Government for helping keep the community for making the Thrift Store charge CHEERS & PST JEERS beautiful. on items sold there. REALLY?! Sponsored by
Cheers to great neighbours in Canal Flats, especially Dave for helping me get rid of a fence that was well past its prime. Jeers to the Liberal government for spending $335,000 to hire people to spread propaganda on Facebook and Twitter. How is this waste of taxpayer dollars benefitting our children? Cheers to my sweet Art for the best pulled pork and smoked ham in the valley. It was like the feeding of the 5000, with leftovers. You have my heart. Please email classified ads to info@columbiavalleypioneer.com
Cheers to Amy for bringing me bubbles after I disappointed her. You turned my whole day around! Cheers to all the wonderful, capable staff at the hospital, who cared for my husband while he spent the long weekend there. A BIG cheers to No Frills grocery store who simply amaze me. The valley is extremely lucky to have you. You guys rock!
AUCTIONS
Bring your stories and photos to share our memories of Udo.
GARAGE SALE
Garage Sale!
Saturday & Sunday, September 13th and 14th Open at 10 a.m. • 3745 Hwy 95 Brisco 3 km north of Spur Valley Golf Course Farm equipment, horse tack, tools, lawn ornaments, household, outdoor gear, 12 ft. boat, snowmobile and much more.
Cheers to Rene, Doug and Walter for the fabulous job you did on my rotten decks. I have not seen such a hard working and talented crew for a long long time. I appreciate your time and expertise and love my new space. Jeers to those who do not support our public school teachers in their struggle to improve the quality of public education for all. If you think education is expensive, try ignorance.
Friends are invited to come to celebrate the life of Udo Kumpers on Tuesday, September 16th, 7:30 p.m. at the Invermere Legion.
Cash Bar. RSVP to John Ashby jpashby@telus.net or phone 250-342-7121
Jeers to the young people in the old swimming pool who left such a mess at one of the best views left. But a little cheer for the insight to build safe fires in a dry swimming pool. Remember this is private land!
Shwed Orest Nicholas
Oct. 26,1932- Sept. 11, 2012 Remembering you is easy We do it every day Missing you is the hardest part As it never goes away To hear your voice To see your smile To sit with you And talk for a while, would be Our greatest wish Today, tomorrow Our whole life through We shall always love And remember you. You will forever be in our hearts. Your loving family.
at Elk Park Ranch - West Entrance Saturday, September 20th, 2014 10:30 am
Cheers to Kicking Horse Coffee cafe staff for so kindly helping me out; much appreciated!
• Miscellaneous construction materials and equipment, new vinyl windows, wooden doors, BBQ, fertilizer spreader. • Kubota RX 2230 4W Drive, complete with 56’” mower and 1/4 yard bucket • Kubota T1760, complete with 48” mower. • Propane BBQ • Stihl Weedeater FS 56C • Huskey Power Washer 1800 PSI Electric • And many other items.
Cheers to the gentleman who kindly pointed out that I am a very talented musician. Jeers to my egotistical response, which went along the lines of, “so I’ve been told.” Forgive me, I am usually a little more humble. But you know, rock n’ roll!
For further information or consignments call Don Larson 250-420-1906
Jeers to the full moon. You brought frost. Why did you do that? Why?
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LOST AND FOUND
OFFICE SPACE
SUITE FOR RENT
SUITE FOR RENT
CONDO FOR RENT
CONDO FOR RENT
LOST: Anyone who purchased a box of goodies at the Franson Estate and found a chuck-key for a drill press, please call 250-342-6451.
Invermere Office Space for rent on Main Street. Contact Ben for more info. 250-688-0362.
Invermere: affordable 1-bdrm and 2-bdrm apartments. $600 - $800/ mo. Includes all utilities. 250-3411182.
Make only one payment of $725/ mo for one bedroom, large semibasement suite. Shared laundry. Info 250-342-9404.
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.
Basement suite for rent next to Westside Park. 250-342-6534.
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.
Windermere Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm furnished condo, Wi-Fi, 42” Plasma TV, beach, hot tub, pool. $800/mo + hydro. N/S, N/P. Sept. - June Radium Resort: 1-bdrm furnished condo, Wi-Fi, cable TV included $750/mo + hydro Sept June. Contact: allwest@shaw.ca or 403-293-3870.
WALK TO KINSMEN BEACH
HOUSE FOR RENT
FOUND: cell phone at James Chabot, please text with info 778256-1448. LOST: Stainless steel tennis bracelet, between Fairmont and Invermere. Please call 250-3479378 if found. LOST: Set of keys in a little purse that say free hugs on it. Call 250342-8821 if found. LOST: Black cat with a white face and a yellow collar. 1700 block, 12th Ave. Please call 250-342-9676 if found.
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.
OFFICE SPACE For Lease: Micro office space, Panache Bldg., 250 - 300 sq. ft. each. All new, available immediately. Phone 250-342-5805.
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. Great opportunity in Radium Hot Springs. For sale 5,600 sq.ft. building, land, and equipment. Zoned C1. Great visibility off Hwy 93 coming and going to Calgary. Also has 2,500 sq.ft. suite on lower level. Parking for 30 or more cars. New patio, priced to sell at $799,000. Call 250-347-9848 for more information. Serious inquiries only. No agents please.
ACCOMMODATIONS WANTED Mature single person looking for a pet-friendly 1-bdrm apartment. Invermere preferred, long-term rental. Will consider a basement apartment if there is a wood stove. Please contact 250-341-6299 ext. 115 days, 250-409-4104 evenings.
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. Downtown Radium: Small bachelor suite $360/mo utilities included, D.D. Call 250-342-5159. 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. 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.
STORAGE
Prices that are out of this world. *Excludes vehicles
Windermere, furnished, 1-bdrm home, lovely yard, N/S, pets considered, references required. $670/mo plus utilities. 403-6191540. Windermere 4-bdrm, 3 bath, furnished home for rent from Sept. - June for 2 people. $750/mo plus utilities. No pets. Call 403-2895289.
3-bdrm mobile home, large front deck, awesome view, 5 appliances, Green Acres Mobile Home Park. $850/mo + utilities. Available immediately, sorry no dogs. 250342-5146 or 250-342-1700. Small 2-bdrm in Athalmer, N/S, N/P, $750/mo. Small 3-bdrm, house in Windermere. N/S, N/P, $900/mo, phone 250-342-6255.
Pioneer Classifieds Offer ends December 1st, 2014
REAL STORAGE (WINDERMERE) 1508 HIGHWAY 93/95 • 250-342-4494
Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm fully furnished condo, newly renovated, indoor pool, hot tub. $775/mo includes cable. Call 403-281-3991. Radium deluxe 2-bdrm, 2 bath. 1,150 sq. ft. laundry, patio, internet. Unfurnished, utilities not included. N/S, N/P. $850/mo. 250-341-1795. Fully furnished town house in Radium, 2-bdrm, 2.5-bath, large bright kitchen, A/C, fireplace, deck and BBQ, N/S, N/P, available October 3rd, $1000/mo, utilities included. 403-240-9357, 403-6601823 or otis27@telus.net.
A 4-bdrm house is available for rent October 1st, 2014 - July 1st, 2015. $1,400/mo plus electricity. Pets welcome. 1710 - 8th Avenue. Contact Andrea a.petzold@shaw. ca.
Beautiful, clean, almost new home for rent. Double heated attached garage. Main floor fireplace, 4-bdrm, 2.5 bath, large yard, quiet area. $1,600/mo. Please call 250341-5395.
Where on Earth will you find the space? STORE YOUR STUFF SALE!*
Windermere spacious 1-bdrm apartment now available, unfurnished, very private, storage. Includes all utilities, $700/mo, D.D., N/S, N/P. Call 250-341-6018.
LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE Building lot for sale at The Cottages at Copper Point. Great location, great views. Asking $54,000. Building plan included. 250-342-3207.
MOBILE HOME
Motivated seller, 1996, 14x70 Mobile Home, Juniper Heights Park 2-bdrm, 2 bath, new flooring, tile, hardwood and carpet. New appliances, shed and green house included. Great views and deck. $49,900, ph 250-342-5444.
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
ICHIBAN COLESLAW ½ head Cabbage, shredded 1 pkg Ichiban Noodle Soup 3 Green Onions, diced ½ cup Vegetable Oil ¼ cup slivered Almonds 3 tblsp Vinegar ¼ cup Sunflower Seeds, 1 - 2 tsp Soya Sauce Pepper to taste shelled 2 tsp Sesame Seeds In a medium sized bowl mix the cabbage, onions, almonds, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds. In a small bowl combine the Ichiban seasoning packet, oil, vinegar, soya sauce, and pepper; mix well. Add the dressing and broken noodles to the salad just before serving. See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com
Home Of The Week
SPOT THE DEALS! It’s all in the Details!
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HOUSE FOR SALE
MISC. FOR SALE
4-bdrm, 2 and a half bathroom townhouse for sale in Swansea View. Phone for details. 250-3415216.
Four Ford Ranger Hancock winter tires on rims. P-215, 75R15, 100s. $500, 250-341-6018.
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. Serious inquiries only, no agents, 250-342-9446. For sale 2-bdrm, 1 bath cabin in Columere Park. Ready to move, $12,000, 1-281-543-5410.
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.
1 Ford Tractor No 8. 3 point hitch with blade. 1 No 9 IHC side arm mower. 1 dump rake. 1 Club Car golf cart with metal box and tailgate. All in good working order. Phone 250-342-1217.
photography studio picture framing passport photos
A Bowflex conquest home gym. Regular $700, selling for $300 O.B.O. Like new. Also an AB Lounge plus. Regular $200 O.B.O, selling for $50. Contact 250-342-4459.
Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning and inspections. Call AQUAIR today! 250-342-5089.
FIREWOOD Support Rockies Hockey firewood. Larch, fir, and pine split and delivered. Call 250-342-6908.
Looking to Purchase: Smaller house with basement, with suite or suite potential. Invermere area. $ 250k. Contact 250-342-1131.
2005 Honda CRV EX-L, original owner, Honda serviced, 217,000 kms highway, summer and winter tires with alloy rims, sun roof, leather heated seats, 5 speed automatic transmission, Real Time 4WD, Opal beige Metallic exterior, ivory interior, very good condition, asking $11,800. Invermere 250342-3196. 2005 Pontiac Montana 155,600 kms. Fully loaded, leather, keyless entry, power side doors, DVD, backup assist. $6,000 O.B.O. 250341-5614.
Tender Zehnder Beef. Natural local beef, free of antibiotics and hormones. Government inspected, standard cut, wrapped and delivered. Raised on the open range west of Lake Windermere. Now taking orders for halves and quarters. Call John Zehnder, 250342-6781.
kimberleyrae.ca
…look for the red door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!
VEHICLES FOR SALE
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.
SERVICES
Wood-electric furnace $450 O.B.O. Ikea wood table, 8 upholstered wood chairs, cherry desk. 250-3450350.
WANTED
MISC. FOR SALE
September 12, 2014
1991 Olds Cutlass Ciera S, white, 4-door, second owner, female driven, 290,000+ kms but reliable, good gas mileage, lots of room, well built for safe ride, interior and exterior in good shape, two sets of tires (winter and summer), $850 O.B.O., Invermere, 250-342-2182. 2003 Chevy S10 Stepside, black, 152,000 kms, 4.3 vortec, 5 speed, posi-traction, A/C, 3rd door, two sets of tires, clean in and out. $4,750 O.B.O., 250-342-1131.
250-342-5102
Water treatment and purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners and conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-342-5089. Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Environmentally friendly products. Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca . Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net NEED A PASSPORT or VISA PHOTO? ...guaranteed to meet Passport specifications or your money back or complimentary re-take! Walk-ins accepted; appointments preferred. Ready in an hour. KRS Photography Printing - Picture Framing 505-7th Avenue Invermere Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 or by appointment. Look for the red door behind the Invermere Laundromat! www.kimberleyrae.ca or 250-342-5102
SERVICES
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
“I would happily recommend Shannon’s Blinds. Her service was outstanding, and she went above & beyond our expectations. The quote was fair and install was absolutely painless. I will be passing her name on to all our friends.” Lynette New – “Drapery & much more” Phantom Retractable Screen Doors Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749.
Safta’s in downtown Invermere is looking for a full-time, year-round cook to join our team! The job includes fair pay, regular tip outs, and a fun positive atmosphere! Drop your resume off at the restaurant, or email israelifalafel@ gmail.com.
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.
BOOKKEEPING SERVICES AVAILABLE Working with Sage 50 Simply Accounting, please call 250-3411425 or email michellewitt89@ hotmail.com.
HELP WANTED 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. Housekeeper full or part-time. Free living accommodation available. Apply at 250-345-6365 or email bungalows@shaw.ca. Black Forest Restaurant is looking for a P/T daytime cleaner. Email, call or drop of resume. 250-342-9417, careers@blackforestrestaurant. com. Construction labourer, experienced framer and carpenter full time position to work in the Valley. Please call 250-341-1886. Helna’s Stube is looking for a part time evening server. Email resume to mail@helnas.com or call 250347-0047. CLEANER WANTED - as an employee for 8 hours per week; we provide supplies and equipment OR as a contract cleaner providing own supplies and equipment. Call 250341-7448 to apply.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Fiona Millar, AEP Intuitive Reader
250-342-1713 fiona@fionapsychic.com • www.fionapsychic.com
Construction Labourer. Looking for an honest, reliable and motivated individual willing to learn new skills. Must be physically fit and have own transportation. Wage dependent upon experience. References required. Please email resumes to JLBInnovations@ hotmail.com. The Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery is now hiring FT/PT year round experienced line cooks. Wage negotiable. Apply in person, by email to horsethiefpub@telus.net or fax 250-347-9987.
Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies is Hiring! We are currently seeking a P/T Sales/Telus associate in our new and exciting store across from Pot Hole park. The position is weekdays for approximately 20 hours per week and training is provided. Please send your resume to info@ selkirkcells.com.
Please email classified ads to info@columbiavalleypioneer.com
Join our winning team! Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is accepting applications for the position of:
SALES & MARKETING ASSISTANT - FULL TIME This full-time position requires an outgoing individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Duties include management of resort signage, brochure distribution, intranet updates, preparation of weekly reports, and completion of additional tasks assigned by the Sales and Marketing team. The successful candidate will have: • Experience in working in a team based environment • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail • Basic copywriting skills • An interest in photography • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefits package with access to all resort amenities. Requirements include a post-secondary education with experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Interested applicants please forward their resume with references before Oct 3rd, 2014 to the attention of: Human Resources - David Sheedy Fax: 250-345-6616 or email to: hr@fhsr.com
fairmonthotsprings.com 1.800.663.4979
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HELP WANTED 0911611 BC LTD o/a Tim Hortons 496 Highway 93/95 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K2
Part and Full-time Positions Available Start date: ASAP
Food Service Supervisor Permanent, Shift
Food Counter Attendant Permanent, Shift
Job description available in store 7 positions available No education required One to two years experience required. Nights/early mornings/weekends $12.12/hour + medical/ dental/group benefits.
Job description available in store 12 positions available No education or experience required. Nights/overnights/early mornings/weekends. $11.05/hour + medical/dental/ group benefits.
Apply in person, via email (timhortons.invermere@gmail.com) or by fax (250-341-3177) for both positions.
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We’re looking for a few good people who are interested in joining our awesome guest service and kitchen teams!
WINTER JOB FAIR Thursday September 18, 9 - 11 am • Pine Room at the Lodge
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STUDENT LIBRARY PAGE POSITION (7 hours per week) Invermere Public Library We are looking for a part-time student bookworm to join the team at the Invermere Public Library. Duties will include shelving books, tidying bookshelves and keeping them in order, assisting with craft preparation for story time, helping with library programs, and other library-type tasks. Applicants must be full-time secondary or postsecondary student, 15 years of age or older in order to be considered for the position. If you are a good organizer, enjoy working with people, and willing to learn new skills, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit a resume and cover letter to the library either in person or via email at publiclibrary@ invermere.net by Saturday, September 20th. invermere.bclibrary.ca
As part of Canfor’s Forest Stewardship Council Certification and Sustainable Forest Management Plan, the public is invited to comment on the planned salvage harvesting and road building as a result of the 2014 wildfires.
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Resumes may be sent in advance to: David Sheedy Human Resources • Fax: 250-345-6616 or hr@fhsr.com
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PUBLIC NOTICE Forest License A18978- Canal Flats Area
Landscape Unit/ Location
White Tail Brook
I10-Nine Mile/ Mt. Glen - Fire # N20200
White Rock/Mt.Flett
I09- Whiterock/White R. - Fire N20236
East Fork White River
I07- E. White River - Fire # 20227
Munroe Lake/Crossing Creek
I07- E.White River/Munroe Lake - Fire # N20399
Forest License A18979- Radium Area
Landscape Unit/ Location
Little Elk Creek
I21- Cochran – Fire # N20235
Forest License A19040- Elko/Cranbrook/Sparwood Area
Landscape Unit/ Location
Munroe Lake/Crossing Creek
C27- Upper Bull-Crossing Creek Fire # N20399
Tree Farm License 14- Parson Area
Landscape Unit/ Location
Vowell Creek
I34- Bobbie Burns/Vowell - Fire N20173
Contact Ken Streloff, RFT @ 250-529-7211 ( Ext 225)
Please contact Ken Streloff at the number listed above to arrange a mutually agreeable time to review the plans. Comments received will be considered in the planning, permitting and harvesting phases.
Redstreak Mountain Prescribed Fire – Notice of Imminent Burn
Brûlage dirigé du mont Redstreak – Avis de brûlage imminent
Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia, September, 2014
Radium Hot Springs, Colombie-Britannique, septembre 2014
Weather permitting, Parks Canada fire management staff are planning a prescribed fire within the Redstreak Mountain prescribed fire unit in Kootenay National Park, as early as September 15. Approximately 3 kilometers east of Radium Hot Springs, the prescribed fire unit is 235 hectares in size.
Dès le lundi 15 septembre, si la météo le permet, l’équipe de gestion du feu de Parcs Canada entreprendra des opérations de brûlage dirigé dans l’unité du mont Redstreak, au parc national Kootenay. Le secteur visé, d’une superficie de 235 hectares, se trouve à environ 3 kilomètres à l’est de Radium Hot Springs.
For public safety reasons, prior to any ignition an area closure will be established at Redstreak Mountain, including gated access roads, Redstreak Trail, Redstreak Bench and all associated trails. During theprescribed fire smoke may be visible from the Columbia valley. Drivers are asked to slow down and use extra caution while on Highway 93/95.
Pour des raisons de sécurité publique, le secteur du mont Redstreak sera fermé avant que débutent les opérations. Ce secteur comprend tous les chemins d’accès barrés, le sentier Redstreak, la terrasse Redstreak et tous les sentiers adjacents. Au cours du brûlage dirigé, il se peut que de la fumée soit visible depuis la vallée du Columbia. Nous demandons aux automobilistes de ralentir et d’être extrêmement prudents lorsqu’ils empruntent la route 93/95.
As much as possible, fire management specialists try to mitigate the effects of smoke. Ignition is planned for good venting conditions so smoke is carried into the upper atmosphere where it should disperse, but some smoke may settle in valley bottoms. Generally, most smoke is produced and vented in the afternoon, however smoke may settle into low areas overnight. Up to date information about the fire can be obtained at the Kootenay Visitor Reception Centre or from the Fire Communications Officer. For more information: Lindsay McPherson, Fire Communications Officer, Parks Canada 250-347-6153 or lindsay.mcpherson@pc.gc.ca
Les spécialistes de la gestion du feu tentent d’atténuer le plus possible les effets de la fumée. Les équipes affectées au brûlage s’efforceront d’allumer le feu pendant des périodes où les vents sont favorables, mais il se pourrait qu’une partie de la fumée reste dans la vallée. En général, la fumée apparaît et se dissipe surtout en après-midi, cependant elle pourrait gagner les zones inférieures pendant la nuit. Pour en savoir davantage, renseignez-vous au Centre d’accueil du parc national Kootenay ou communiquez avec l’agente des communications sur le feu. Renseignements : Lindsay McPherson, agente des communications sur le feu, Parcs Canada 250-347-6153 ou lindsay.mcpherson@pc.gc.ca
September 12, 2014
The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 37
Rockies round up roster before season starter By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff With several staffers shredding the sophomore status at the same time as the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) lifts its restriction on importing players from outside B.C., the Columbia Valley Rockies are expecting to bring more weight to the rink this season. The Columbia Valley Rockies saw a large staffing turnover midway through the 2012-2013 season, with the Dubielewicz brothers — coaches Wade, Scott and Kirk — along with general manager Ross Bidinger taking over the club. As they begin their second full season at the helm, Mr. Bidinger said the new organization is taking a firmer shape. “We’re recruiting at a higher level,” he said, citing a different approach. Upon inheriting the team, they discovered Rockies players around the age of 18 were often recruited from teams that had previously released them, he said. “Our 18 year olds now — half of them will move up to a higher league.” Five players from last year’s team have advanced onto teams at the Junior A level: Logan Kerner, Mitch Rosko, Ryan Henderson, Matt Houston and Nigel Swab. And with the removal of the import rule — capping the number of players from outside the province at eight — coaches will be able to act further upon the geographical advantage the Columbia Valley has in importing players from Alberta. “There’s a kid from Saskatchewan, Grand Prairie, Edmonton — it really broadened our net for players,” said Mr. Bidinger. With less strain on the talent pool, the Rockies are looking to employ a more physically threatening team. “We’re going for that fine line between being physical and staying out of the box.” While the roster has not yet been solidified, a few bodies from last season will be returning. Those include Tyson Kapty, Doan Smith (the 2012-2014 Rookie of the Year), Ryan Lawson, Carter Melnik, Damon Raven, Zach Schlitt, and goaltender Brody Nelson. Currently, the team has more prospective players than it does space on the roster, so it is not yet known if Brody will act as starting goalie or not. The roster is expected to undergo tweaks through the first few months, but its first draft has been finalized. The Rockies play their first game of the 2014-2015 regular season at home on Saturday, September 13th. At 7:30 p.m., they’ll be taking on the Kimberley Dynamiters. “Kimberley will be a team to beat,” Mr. Bidinger said, adding that the Dynamiters improved vastly over last season, and a large portion of their roster was retained. Editor’s note: Similar to last year, regular Columbia Valley Rockies coverage will run weekly in the Invermere Valley Echo, available on news stands and by subscription every Wednesday. Keep an eye out for the annual “Meet the Rockies” feature coming up in both The Pioneer and The Valley Echo.
WEEKEND WARRIORS — The first of two home-and-home preseason games between the Columbia Valley Rockies and the Sicamous Eagles took place at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Friday, September 5th, as both teams tested their tryouts before deciding upon the final roster. Photos by Dan Walton
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Bask in the beauty of Buster Lake Chuck Regehr Summit Trail Makers This hike is one of those gems that most of the locals know about, but hasn’t been written up in any of the hiking guides. The lake is aptly named after the late Buster Taggart, a colourful local bull rider and cowboy. The hike starts at the Mclean Lake/Septet Pass trailhead. There is no sign for Buster Lake at the start of the hike, but the trail is not difficult to find. Look for some flagging just left of the parking area at Frances Creek and follow a well-travelled path down to a simple, yet cleverly designed creek crossing. It’s a footbridge consisting of boards nailed to the top of a couple of logs with an overhead guy-wire to help you keep your
CARIBBEAN BLUE — The reward for hiking to Buster Lake is the vibrant colour of its water. Photo submitted balance as you cross. Let go of the wire and you could suddenly find yourself in your very own version of the ice bucket challenge.
The first section of the trail winds its way up a dense forest of spruce and hemlock. Emphasis on the word up! About 45 min-
utes into the hike, there’s another creek crossing, followed by a bit of a slog through a marshy area. You’ll need to watch your footing
…Undercover Report… DOI has big plans for world-class tourists with a free-span gondola almost double that of Whistler! Expanded hang-gliding events with rapid access! Free one-way lifts for deer! Room for Cenotaph too.
Editor’s note: This charming cartoon was supplied by a local artist by the name of Arthur F who has more targets in mind. Stay tuned.
carefully to avoid soaked boots for the rest of the hike. About halfway up, the trail breaks out of the dense forest onto a couple of scree slopes. The spruce and hemlock give way to a huge stand of larch trees. Look back for a great view of Tiger Pass and the old road to the Lead Queen Mine. The mine produced about 45 tons of ore in the 1920s, some of which was “rawhided” down the mountain side. As you’re slogging your way up and across the scree, just imagine trying to haul several hundred pounds of ore wrapped in a cow hide down a steep path. The trail through the scree is well-marked by a series of cairns. It leads to a big meadow of wildflowers, which are spectacular in the middle of July. But the real payoff is just over a ridge at the end of the meadow. Prepare to be wowed as you get your first view of Buster Lake. Talk about colourful. This lake is the deepest blue you are ever likely to see north of the Caribbean. Now just imagine that deep blue water in late September contrasting with the vibrant yellows of the larch trees surrounding the lake. How to get there: Take the Westside Road from Wilmer. At the 10-kilometre mark, go straight through a crossroad, staying on Westside Road. At 24 kilometres, stay right on Westside Road. At 40 kilometres, turn left onto the Cartwright Lake-Frances Creek Forest Service Road. After two kilometres, turn left onto Frances Creek Forest Service Road. The kilometre signs now reset to zero. Follow the Frances Creek Forest Service Road for 17 kilometres to the trailhead. A word of caution: recent logging in the area has resulted in some changes to the road, but the trailhead parking lot is not difficult to find. Trail Rating: Moderate Time: About three hours one-way Trailhead Elevation: 1,570 metres Elevation Gain: 700 Metres
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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 39
Valley Churches
FAITH
LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH
I shall not want By Pastor Wayne Frater Radium Christian Fellowship Church There is a story told about a Sunday school teacher who asked her group of children if any of them could quote the entire 23rd Psalm. A little four-and-a-half-year-old girl was among those who raised their hands. A bit skeptical, the teacher asked if she could really quote the entire psalm. The little girl came to the podium, faced the class, made a little bow, and said: “The Lord is my shepherd, that’s all I want.” She then bowed again and sat down. She may have overlooked a few verses, but I think that little girl captured David’s heart in Psalm 23. The idea throughout the psalm is that we are utterly content in the shepherd’s care and there is nothing else that we desire. The opening line of Psalm 23 is one of the most recognizable phrases in all literature. The 23rd Psalm is often used at funerals, and we all are comforted by these words: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters… “ Psalm 23 talks about life and death and everything in between. We should take time to read it whenever we need to be reminded that we have a
shepherd that wants, really wants to meet our needs and bring comfort to our heart. Notice that the Good Shepherd leads us beside still waters. He makes us to lie down in green pastures. Psalm 91 Verse 1 NLT tells us: “Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Whenever we are resting in God, He is able to do work in our lives. And the 23rd Psalm goes on to tell us that He prepares a feast before us; He anoints our head with the oil of healing and hope. God is able, if we let Him, to bring restoration to us. We can’t let the busyness of life keep us going so fast that we don’t take time to stop and rest. We have to take time to be still before the Lord, spend time in prayer, spend time in His Word, meditating on His Word. As we do, God will restore and heal our soul and we will, as it says in Philippians 4:7 KJV: “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” A famous actor was once the guest of honour at a social gathering where he received many requests to recite favourite excerpts from various literary works. An old preacher who happened to be there asked the actor to recite the 23rd Psalm. The actor agreed on the condition that the preacher would also recite it. The actor’s recitation was beautifully intoned with great dramatic emphasis for which he received lengthy applause. The preacher’s voice was rough and broken from many years of preaching, and his diction was anything but polished. But when he finished, there was not a dry eye in the room. When someone asked the actor what made the difference, he replied “I know the psalm, but he knows the Shepherd.”
Encounters of the bighorn kind Jaime Belbeck from Radium Hot Springs got into her car on Friday, September 5th to head to work at All Dolled Up ,when she spotted this curious bighorn sheep in her side view mirror. Photo submitted
Sunday, September 14th 10:30 a.m.: Worship and Life Instruction...with guest speaker, Mr. Matt Wilks. “K.I.D.S.: Church, for children Age 3 to Grade 1; and Grades 2 - 6, during the Morning Service. 7 p.m.: “SING and CELEBRATE”..at L.W A. C. 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, 10:00 a.m.: Worship Service. Kid’s Church provided. Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: at St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats. Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.: at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere Sunday, 11 a.m.: at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium. 712 -12th Ave., Invermere Father Gabriel • 250-342-6167
ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE
Worship services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 1-250-426-7564
RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. President Adam Pasowisty • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-341-5792
You can remember someone special with your gift to the Canadian Cancer Society To donate In Memory or In Honour: www.cancer.ca | 250-426-8916 or call toll-free 1-800-656-6426 or mail to: P. O. Box 102 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Please include: Your name and address for tax receipt Name of the person being remembered Name and address to send card to
Let’s Make Cancer History
www.cancer.ca
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