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Shuswap members protest chief over land sale By Kevin Nimmock Pioneer Staff A six-day protest came to an end on Monday, June 8th as a group of roughly 20 angry Shuswap Band members returned to their homes, but the protestors are still not happy. The group arrived at the band’s administrative office on Wednesday, June 3rd to protest Chief and Council, in an effort to remove Chief Barb Cote from her position. Many of the protestors are related to Paul Sam, the former chief of the Shuswap Band for over 30 years before he was defeated by Ms. Cote in an election in November. RCMP Staff Sergeant Marko Shehovac said he and Sergeant Frank Paul from Kelowna met with Ms. Cote and the protesting group several times throughout the day on June 8th, until the sides came to an agreement
PROTESTERS — After a six-day protest at the Shuswap Band office, protesters demanding Chief Barb Cote step down agreed to vacate the premises. Photo by Kevin Nimmock and the protestors vacated the Shuswap Band Office. At this time, The Pioneer does not have details about the
agreement struck between the two groups. Prior to arriving at the office, the protesting group had circulated a petition demanding Ms. Cote’s removal from council, which received 64 signatures from reserve residents, according to band member Robert Martin, a number confirmed by Shuswap Band Council. According to Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) media relations officer Valérie Hache, the petition does not carry any legal weight. Section 78 of the Indian Act states that band councillors can only lose their positions prematurely through death, resignation, or a declaration by the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development in relation to absences from council or corrupt practices during an election. Continued on page 29 . . .
Parks Canada urges motorists to be bear aware By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff A temporary 11-kilometre no stopping zone in the Kootenay National Park has been lifted. Parks Canada issued the Highway 93 South “No Stopping” Restricted Activity Order on May 19th and encouraged people to avoid activities in the area after a high concentration of wildlife had been spotted.
On June 9th, the bear warning and closure for two Olive Lake brake checks in Kootenay National Park was lifted. However, the Olive Lake Day Use Area remains closed because bears have emerged from hibernation to eat dandelions and greens. It remains unclear whether this closure was to protect humans or wildlife in Kootenay National Park, but The Pioneer suspects it’s a bit of both. Parks Canada urges motorists, pedestrians and staff to be bear aware and stay safe until the day use area opens to the public again.
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Mom on a Mission: Saving Savannah By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff Sandra Henry is planning to travel from Fairmont to Calgary on foot in 30 C degree heat. She opted to walk-run 300 kilometres — the equivalent of seven marathons — in 10 days to raise money for her teenage Sandy Henry daughter Savannah’s anorexia treatment in Portugal. Ms. Henry, 52, expects to make it to Eau Claire Mall in Calgary to conclude the journey, while raising awareness about the impending dangers of anorexia and raising money to pay the $1,429 per day for Savannah’s treatment costs. The Henry family has already re-mortgaged their house, borrowed $200,000 from extended family and spent a grand total of $400,000 for 10 months of ongoing treatment at the Cegonha Retreat Clinic in Alvor, Portugal. “She was diagnosed with anorexia when she was 11,” said Ms. Henry, noting the problem is rooted within Savannah’s mind. “Now, she’s 17 and we’ve tried everything.” The Henry family tried to find help for Savannah in their hometown Calgary, but were ultimately denied when they found out that Alberta doesn’t offer care programs for children under the age of 14. “She went downhill, so we ended up taking her to a treatment centre (Remuda Ranch) in Arizona,” she said, noting the residential program in the United States of America helped Savannah gain weight but spent very little time helping to correct her problematic way of thinking. “She was there for three months and she got better weight-wise, but her mind was still not willing to recover so we carried on and carried on. I basically did a meal plan and followed her around with food. We tried several different things, everything, different therapists and doctors, and I’d heard that the BC Children’s Hospital was good so we ended up moving to B.C.” The decision to relocate to B.C. stemmed from a call that Ms. Henry placed to the BC Children’s Hospital where she was informed their treatment program caters to residents of the province first. Ultimately, there were no spots available for treatment of people from another province.
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Battling body image By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff
Eating disorders are a growing problem in modern society. Magazines, TV, films, the celebrity culture, the fashion industry... all have contributed to their rise, and continue to do so. The human psyche, as fragile as it is, is inundated with expectations of “perfection” that are presented as the norm when, in fact, they’re driving billion dollar industries that not only re-enforce but prey on insecurities, lack of self esteem and social anxiety. What demographic is more vulnerable than teenagers? Sandy Henry’s story on page 5 about her daughter Savannah developing anorexia at 11 years old is shocking on several fronts, from the lack of effective treatment for her daughter in Canada, to the length of time that passed before she finally found a treatment method that worked, to the sheer amount of money required to keep her daughter alive and on the road to long-term health. According to the National Eating Disorder Information Centre based in Toronto (visit www.nedic.ca), “children learn (unhealthy) mainstream attitudes towards food and weight at a very young age. In a study of five-year-old girls, a significant proportion of girls associated a diet with food restriction, weight-loss and thinness.” Some new initiatives are attempting to tackle the problem on a global scale. In April of this year, France, the epicentre of modelling and fashion, passed a law that bans ultra-thin fashion models and promises to fine, even incarcerate, modelling agents and the fashion houses that hire them. The toxic “diet mentality” is now under attack, gradually being replaced by a healthier, more mindful way of eating. Breaking the silence around eating disorders is also an essential step. Sandy and Savannah’s story can help not only inform people, but spark dialogue about a complex disease that to this day remains largely misunderstood.
The last spike in the valley’s railway line This image, dated 1914, depicts the last spike being driven into the Kootenay Central Railway line adjacent Dorothy Lake (located on the right) in Invermere. The Windermere Valley Museum is celebrating “100 years of Railway Connection” with a free event at the museum on Saturday, June 20th at 2 p.m. that will feature a guest speaker, refreshments, and the opportunity to view the exhibits. If you have any more information, email us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com. Photo (A276) courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society
Correction In last week’s June 5th Pioneer, Max Perrin was incorrectly identified as Max Blakley in the Invermere Art Walk photo on the Encore cover page. The Pioneer apologizes for the error.
Gardening tip for rose lovers Dear Editor: My wife and I spent three days visiting our daughter Kelly Tumak at Radium Hot Springs, and it was a delight to see your mountains, hot springs, and the beauty that surrounds the town. We visited Invermere, Windermere, Fairmont, Canal Flats, and a great trip to Cranbrook. I read Mark Cullen’s Green File column on “Planting Success” in the May 22nd Pioneer. Good write up. I, too, love gardening. I am 69 years old now, but still love to grow things, especially roses. I want to share with your readers this good tip with growing roses “chemical-free.” Save your banana
peels, chop them into small pieces and add to your roses all season long. Your roses will be totally bug-free as the potassium from the peels goes down into the roots, comes up into the leaves, bugs eat the leaves and die. We have been growing bug-free and chemicalfree roses now for 17 years here in Surrey, B.C. No powders, no dusting, just beautiful green leaves and flowers on our roses. Add the peels to all your fruit trees and gardens. Hope you have a good day and a good growing season in the Rockies. Benjamin and Delia Tumak Surrey
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Dear Editor: I was just reading through the online articles of The Pioneer from my home in Red Deer, Alberta. As a true child of the Columbia Valley, I try to keep myself connected with the valley news as much as possible. Having come across a recent article regarding the Shuswap Band protesters, I couldn’t help but be some what appalled by a statement from Mr. Gordon Martin who said: “Who’s next? If Sam’s land goes through, no one is protected.” Council has to stand up for our Elders. I am curious to know if they (they meaning the previous leadership a.k.a. Mr. Martin’s family) considered this with regards to the Teneese land, which belonged to an elder also. They proved it pretty much themselves that they don’t, forcing up to this day, the Teneese family to jump through hoops to obtain land that is rightfully theirs. My late father, who was a Teneese, was a valley-born child. His father worked very hard to provide for his children and,
at times and after his death, would rely on his sisters to watch over them, one of whom was the mother of the current Chief of the Shuswap Band. My father was homeless the day his family lost their land. He never had the opportunity to ever have his own dwelling, his own land, nothing. He passed away before reaching the age of 50 three years ago this August, and died a homeless man who lived many years on the streets of Cranbrook due to a strong addiction to alcohol. Not a day goes by that I wonder if his life could have turned out different had his family had the opportunity to have the land to at least allow him to have maybe a trailer to help establish his life. Instead, the house was later, and to this day, is occupied by another family member of the former leadership and one of the few who was making more then Christy Clark and Prime Minister Stephen Harper — just saying!
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Book lovers of Canal Flats rejoice, the library is finally accessible to all village residents. Last week, the Invermere Public Library implemented a new system to connect Canal Flats with the library. There is now a hold shelf at the Columbia Discovery Centre, where residents can pick up books ordered from Invermere. “Part of the library’s current strategic plan is reaching out to the outlying regions,” community librarian Sheila Leman said. “We needed to take a first step, and I live in Canal Flats, so starting in here was a really logical choice for us.” Residents can place a hold on a book by phone or online. The library will then notify residents when their book is ready to be picked up. Ms. Leman said it could take less than 24 hours for books to be delivered to the hold shelf. The library has also installed a return box at the Columbia Discovery Centre to keep the service centralized in one place. “It is seniors and kids who cannot always get to the library in Invermere,” Ms. Leman said. “Now anybody can use the library’s service.” There will be a box on the hold shelf where residents can register for library cards. Ms. Leman said
that many people in Canal Flats do not have a library card, which is required to access the library’s services. After filling out a form and leaving it on the shelf, cards will be mailed to residents. Ms. Leman said the program will benefit the residents of Canal Flats far beyond providing access to the Invermere Public Library. Because of the BC OneCard system, card holders can use the services of all other participating libraries in the province, including the Cranbrook Public Library. “People can get books from Cranbrook and return them here, or they can get books here and return them in Cranbrook,” Ms. Leman said. According to Ms. Leman, staff at the Village of Canal Flats were extremely accommodating and allowed the program to get up and running quickly. “They have been so great and easy to work with,” she said. “All it took was a quick email and they were all over it.” Library services will be offered to Canal Flats for the next six months on a trial basis. If the program is wellreceived, Ms. Leman said the library will look to expand to offering similar services in other communities. “We are really going to be looking for feedback from people who use the program to see what we can do better,” Ms. Leman said. “We want to see if this is something that could work in Spillimacheen or Edgewater.”
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Calling all Canal Flats Metis By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff There’s an opportunity for the Metis Nation who reside in Canal Flats to join the ranks. The Columbia Valley Metis Association (CVMA) will be hosting an information session to the Canal Flats community at the arena between 7 and 8 p.m. on Monday, June 15th. “We already know there’s an interest in what we’re doing from Canal Flats,” said Debra Fisher, CVMA president. “Canal Flats has a lot of Metis people, but they haven’t had any representation yet and I want to find out what they need.” She anticipates there will be no shortage of in-
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terest in Metis Nation of British Columbia memberships. MNBC will cover the cost of members retraining at post-secondary school, trades and employment opportunities in light of the recent economic cuts in the timber industry, which left roughly 81 Canal Flats mill employees with Canfor unemployed. Ms. Fisher is focused on lending a helping hand, bringing local governance issues to light and answering questions from the local Metis community about how being involved in the CVMA could help them prosper. For more information about the CVMA, visit the Columbia Valley Metis Association on Facebook or email Ms. Fisher at columbiavalleymetis@yahoo.com.
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bed, if need be.” The portable dental unit made its first rounds at Columbia House on Thursday, June 4th. Now, registered dental hygienist Karla Bliss is working toward creating an oral health program for seniors at Columbia House with help from Interior Health. It remains unclear when a completed plan will be in place for seniors on a longterm scale. In addition, the Windermere Health Care Auxiliary joined the cause and purchased assessment kits (mirrors, an explorer to search for cavities, and probes). “The big benefit is that if someone is in pain, they have discomfort and aren’t able to come to a dental office, then they’re able to potentially alleviate their suffering right in the facility,” said Dr. O’Sullivan.
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Two local dance studios — Stages School of Dance and Peak Danceworks —held An Evening of Dance show at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on June 5th. Over 60 local dancers were showcased on a stage built especially for the performance. See page 30 for more photos. Photo by Breanne Massey
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Rising stars Zerbin set to take Invermere MusicFest stage Mr. Zerbin said part of what he loves about the band’s new album is how difficult the songs are to play live. During the band’s With less than three months before 20-date tour across Canada, extra emphathe Invermere MusicFest takes the Cosis was put on making sure audiences were lumbia Valley by storm on August 22nd engaged in what the band was doing, which and 23rd, up-and-coming band Zerbin made playing the songs easier. are at the peak of their musical journey. “During a good Zerbin show, the The group is made up of Jason Zerbin crowd is into it and everyone is dancing, on lead vocals, Peter Mol on the guitar and and on the stage it is just mayhem,” Mr. Duran Ritz on the drums. Mr. Zerbin, Zerbin said. who lives on Vancouver Island, said the In past years, Zerbin has shared stages band has finally started to release music with the likes of Bruno Mars and Arcade that is breaking through commercially. Fire at music festivals across North Amer“We recently released an album and ica. This year, Mr. Zerbin said the band is we have just finished touring across the excited to move up set lists a little bit and country,” Mr. Zerbin said. “The crowds gain some more exposure. UNIQUELY ZERBIN —The band Zerbin, which hails from Vancouver Island, has just comwere fantastic and they seemed to love In preparation for Zerbin’s set in Inpleted a hugely successful cross-Canada tour and the band’s lead vocalist Jason Zerbin asks that our music.” vermere, Mr. Zerbin said he wants people Invermere MusicFest-goers listen to their music before their set on August 22nd. Photo submitted Zerbin released Darling in April, to go online and listen to the band’s muwhich Mr. Zerbin said was by far the band’s most ambitious and complete feeling project. sic. Visit www.zerbinmusic.com. “We wrote it and recorded it ourselves, and we put a lot of our souls into it,” Mr. Zerbin “It takes people maybe three minutes to go find a song and see if they like it, but it said. “We think it kind of stands out uniquely in the context of Canadian indie music.” took us two years and thousands of dollars to create it,” Mr. Zerbin said. “We would be Zerbin strives to create indie rock music with a playful, verging on poppy, edge. honoured if people got to know a few tunes before the show.” Darling was mixed, in part, by Dave Pensado, who has worked with Michael Jackson, Invermere MusicFest is a two-stage event taking place at the Kinsmen Beach Greenspace Beyonce and Elton John throughout his illustrious musical career. Mr. Zerbin said the that features one of B.C.’s best festival lineups. Tickets for adults are $45 when purchased band learned a lot about forming their sound from Mr. Pensado. online, or $50 at the gate. For more information, check out www.invermeremusicfest.com. By Kevin Nimmock Pioneer Staff
ARE YOU 18 TO 25 YEARS OLD? ARE YOU UP FOR A GREAT TIME? DO YOU POSSESS LEADERSHIP SKILLS? The Rotary Club of Invermere would like to offer you the opportunity to attend a one-week leadership training program, with all expenses paid. The camp will be held from July 4th-11th, 2015, at the Selkirk College Campus in Castlegar, B.C. The program will include a variety of excellent speakers and group participation on a wide range of leadership topics (e.g. goal setting, problem solving, group dynamics, human relations and international relations). This is a great camp and great for your resume. Ask anyone who has attended! If you would like further details or wish to talk to someone who attended this camp in the past, please call your local Rotary Club member, Andy Stuart-Hill, at 250-342-0186. It’s easy to qualify. You must be between the ages of 18 and 25, have graduated from high school, and have demonstrated leadership skills. Applications will be accepted until June 26th, 2015. Applications should include your resume, two references and a brief statement as to why you would like to participate in the program. Please call if you have any questions or need any assistance. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity. You’ll have a great time, eat some fantastic food, and learn about yourself and others while gaining some valuable leadership skills. COME JOIN US! Rotary Club of Invermere Attn: Andy Stuart-Hill P.O. Box 76 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
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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. Friday, June 12th • 5 - 9 p.m.: REACH Art show, artist opening event at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. • 6 - 8 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre (SYC) Games Night. • 8 - 10 p.m.: A Mainstream Dance with The Columbia Valley Twirlers, hosting a square dance weekend June 12th & 13th at the Community Hall in Radium. For more information call Albert Robideau at 250-347-6573.
Saturday, June 13th • Wasa Triathlon June 13th and 14th. Family friendly festival weekend with kids’ event on Saturday. Registration at www.rmevents.com closes on June 9th for adults and June 11th for TriKids. • 9 a.m - 1 p.m.: ICAN garage sale at Deck properties Saturday and Sunday. • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Invermere Farmers’ & Artists’ Market, every Saturday, June 13th - September 12th in downtown Invermere. For more information visit invermerefarmersmarket.net • 9 - 11 a.m.: The Columbia Valley Twirlers Funshop Dance at the Radium Community Hall. For more information call Albert Robideau at 250-347-6573. • 7 p.m.: SYC Foosball tournament night. • 7 p.m.: Latin band Locarno performing at Bud’s Bar & Lounge. Admission $20. For more information call 250-342-4423. • 7:30 - 10 p.m.: The Columbia Valley Twirlers mainstream dance at the Radium Community Hall. For more information call Albert Robideau at 250347-6573.
Sunday, June 14th • 10:30 p.m.: St. David’s United Church Chamber Choir from Calgary joins for worship with Christ Church Trinity. • 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.: The Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery will be donating 15 % of all food sales to the Radium Public Library.
Monday, June 15th • 9 a.m.: Ram into Summer Golf Tournament, at Radium Golf Course. 10 a.m. shotgun start. Dinner, prizes and more. Visit radiumhotsprings.com for details. • 4 - 5:30 p.m.: SYC Employment Readiness program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: SYC Skills for Life program. • 7 p.m.: Windermere District Social Services Society AGM at Best Western Invermere Inn. • 7 -8 p.m.: An information session for Metis people hosted by the Columbia Valley Metis Association at the Canal Flats Community Centre.
• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033.
Friday, June 19th • 4 - 7 p.m.: Kickoff to the 4th Annual Beerfest at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort ski area. Long Drive Competition at Fairmont Hot Springs Airport. $15 for 3 balls. Proceeds benefit Columbia Valley Golf Trail Junior Tour. • 5 - 8 p.m.: Invermere on the Lake Art Walk from June 19th to September 11th every Friday. For more information visit theartwalk.ca. • 6 p.m.: SYC Rockband Night. • 7 - 11 p.m.: Mountainside Grille BBQ. Live music by Ted Alexander. No cover.
Saturday, June 20th
• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 6 -8 p.m.: SYC Trivia Night. • 7 p.m.: Summit Trail Makers AGM at DTSS.
• Radium Days starting at Brent’s Shack with a pancake breakfast, then a parade on main street, followed by a magic show with The Amazing Jeremy at Legends Field. Also, there will be a kids zone filled with fun and activities. • 5th annual Branch Out bike tour. • 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.: Join SYC at Radium Days. SYC centre opens at 4 p.m. • 9 a.m.: Aboriginal Day Festival at Lakeshore Resort & Campground with a fundraising pancake breakfast. • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: The Brits Best Classics car show, showcases many examples of British vehicles. • 2 p.m.: Windermere Valley Museum Open House Tea. Celebrating 100 years of the railway trunk line, from Golden to Cranbrook. Guest speaker and refreshments. • 4 - 8 p.m.: BeerFest at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ski Area. Sample 80+ brews from over 34 breweries. Live music by Cod Gone Wild. Tickets are $49+.tax. • 8 - 11 p.m.: BeerFest After Party with live music by Valley Forged at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ski Chalet. Included in BeerFest ticket price. Shuttle service available from Invermere & Windermere.
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• 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym. • 4 - 8 p.m.: Come help us celebrate the new “Canoe Shack” at the canoe and kayak docks in Athalmer, home of Columbia River Paddle. Open House party with www.TrappeurHomes.com and www. ColumbiaRiverPaddle.com. Enjoy a free paddle in the Wetlands, or sit back with a drink and snacks enjoyed on shore.
• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic design program. Must pre-register. Email summit.centre@gmail.com or call 250-342-3033. • 5:30 - 7 p.m.: Spaghetti supper at Christ Church Trinity. $15 adults, $5 child. • 6 p.m.: A fundraiser for Savannah Henry to offset the cost of her treatment for anorexia at Hoodoo Grill.
Tuesday, June 16th • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Cooking workshop. • 6:30 - 8 p.m.: Open house for New Community Hall at Invermere Community Hall. Formal presentation followed by a formal Q&A period. Discover the design of the new community hall. • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: SYC Opt night. Have one of your youth workers accompany you to the clinic and assist you with the resources you need.
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PATAGONIA PEDESTRIAN —Wayne Lyons, the guest speaker at the Summit Trail Makers AGM on June 17th, will share stories and photos of his recent12-day Patagonia adventure. Photo by Bruce Elzinga pleted a comprehensive inventory of multi-use trails in the region. The inventory will help hikers, bikers, runners and walkers choose trails suited to their particular interests and fitness levels. The completed inventory will soon be available on the CVGTA website: www.greenways.ca. STMS invites anyone with an interest in hiking to come to the AGM and find out more about the society’s activities. They also welcome new members. No special skills are required to join a work party which is always a fun day out on the trails with like-minded hikers. The Summit Trail Makers Society AGM will be held at the DTSS theatre on Wednesday, June 17th at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and admission is free.
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Used books needed for fundraiser one point there were some improvements to the children’s area.” The eighth annual big In addition, the probook sale is returning to ceeds have been put tothe Columbia Valley this ward purchasing books on summer. tape, DVDs and new books Friends of the Inveras well. mere Public Library are Library programming encouraging community benefits from the fundraiser bookworms to donate used as 100 per cent of the profits books of any genre to the are used to cover the costs of Invermere Public Library initiatives that don’t fall unbefore the July 9th deadline. der the library’s budget. “The book sale isn’t “It’s for the above and until July 11th, but at this beyond,” said Ms. Tutty. point, we would like to re“The extras that we try to mind people that we will have and finance. It also gladly take their used books, helps us take care of special which helps them do their programs that are supported spring cleaning or empty BAGGED BOOKS — Blair McFarland, the library’s sum- by fundraising.” their bookshelves,” said mer assistant, displays a selection of books that have already There are some restricLynda Tutty, Friends of the been donated for this year’s 8th annual BIG Book Sale, tions in the criteria for acInvermere Public Library which organizers are hoping will be the biggest one ever. ceptable donations. chair. “We like to say, ‘we “We ask people not Photo submitted accept gently used books’.” to bring us National GeoMs. Tutty estimates that roughly 10,000 books have graphics, textbooks or computer manuals please,” said been donated to the event in the past, and is optimistic to Ms. Tutty. see the fundraiser’s continued success this year. But the sky is the limit for everything else. “That would be our goal,” she said. “We have, in the “We take books of all genres, then sort them into dozpast, made about $10,000 over the last couple of years ens of categories,” she said. “The books are very organized for the library. This (money) is (used) for the extras at the so (shoppers) can browse for what they’re looking for or library. It helps them put on children’s programs, and at find something that they didn’t know they wanted.” By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff
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FINANCIAL REPORTING PRESENTATION Pursuant to Section 98 of the Community Charter, the annual report for the District of Invermere will be presented during the June 26th, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council. The meeting will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 914 – 8th Avenue. Council invites comment from the public and will allow submissions and questions from the public at this meeting. The annual municipal report will be available for public inspection starting on June 1st, 2015 during regular business hours. Chris Prosser Chief Administrative Officer
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Copper Point Golf Club welcomes young golfers Submitted by Copper Point Golf Club Get your kids in the swing of things and let our award winning PGA of Canada professionals develop the next PGA tour star! Through July and August, Copper Point’s three-day Nike Golf Camps will be running weekly in the mornings, Tuesday through Thursday. Level 1 costs $79, goes from 9 to 10 a.m. for ages five to nine, and includes three hours of instruction and fun; Level 2 costs $99, goes from 10:30 a.m. to noon for ages 10 to 16, and includes 4.5 hours of skills training and good times. Don’t miss the Tim Hortons Junior Team Tourney taking place on Saturday, July 18th at The Ridge course starting at 1:30 p.m. A cost of $89 includes 18 holes (Team Scramble Format), meal and prizes! Parents are needed to help volunteer and drive the carts. And all season long, kids 12 and under play for free on The Ridge course when accompanied by a paying adult. Don’t have clubs for your junior? No problem, we have you covered with our junior club sales and rentals. Register your kids today for any program and receive 20 per cent off junior golf
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PRO HELP — Copper Point Golf Club is offering golf skills camps to kids through the summer plus children 12 and under are eligible to play the club’s courses for free with paying adults. Photo submitted apparel and accessories. Check out our Kids Only section online at www.copperpointgolf.com and watch for our new online store coming soon! Call us today for more information and to register at 1-877-418-4653, 250-341-3392 ext. 1 (local) or email cjohnson@copperpointgolf.com.
Ta r g e t e d I n i t i a t i v e f o r O l d e r W o r k e r s Job Skills Training Opportunity
Toby Benches Official Community Plan Visioning Workshop You are invited to attend a visioning workshop as part of the Toby Benches planning process. Participants at this workshop will help identify a future vision for the Toby Benches. During this session residents will discuss policies that may be included in the Official Community Plan. All interested parties are invited to attend the introductory meeting: Wednesday, June 17th, 2015 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce 651 Highway 93/95, Invermere BC If you are unable to attend, there will be other opportunities later in the planning process to comment. However, the more people who are able to participate in the workshop, the more representative the draft policies will be. Residents are strongly encouraged to attend.
Who is this for?
Participants must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Unemployed • Aged 55 – 64 (in some circumstances, unemployed workers aged 50 – 54 or 65 and up may also participate) • Be legally entitled to work in Canada • Require new or enhanced skills for successful integration into new employment • Live in an eligible community/region • Be ready and committed to returning to work
What will you get?
Participants may be eligible to receive: • Class-based skill development – including job searching and career planning • Funding to access training at local educational institutions/trainers • Income support for the duration of in-class training • Targeted wage subsidy for on-the-job training
When is it?
Program 1: September 8th – December 11th, 2015 Program 2: November 23rd , 2015– Monday March 11th, 2016
For further information, please contact Kris Belanger, Planner, at 250-489-6903 or toll free at 1-888-478-7335 or email kbelanger@rdek.bc.ca. 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
Funded by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers Contact the Invermere campus today! 250•342•3210 • www.cotr.bc.ca/Invermere • invermere@cotr.bc.ca
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Event Advancers
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Locarno at Bud’s Musician Tom Landa, who founded The Paperboys 20 years ago, is bringing his most recent band, the Latin group Locarno, to Invermere to play at Bud’s Bar and Lounge tomorrow night (Saturday, June 13th). Branded a “groove-heavy mix of Mexican folk, Cuban soul and Latin soul,” Locarno will guarantee a busy dance floor and a high energy performance. Only 100 tickets will be sold. Buy tickets to the show at Tiffany’s Thredz and Pynelogs, and at the door if they’re still available. The cost is $20, doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. with special prices on Arrowhead beer being offered. For more on Locarno visit www.locarnomusic.com.Call 250-342-4423 for more information about tomorrow night’s show.
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U-16 Girls Playdowns this Sunday Now that the spirit of soccer is swirling around the Columbia Valley after last weekend’s CVFC soccer tournament, soccer fans can look forward to another day of the beautiful game this Sunday, June 14th on the Kootenay Savings Field at Mount Nelson Athletic Park in Invermere. The Columbia Valley Titans U-16 Girls are hosting the regional qualifications for the provincial championships. The Playdowns, as they’re called, will comprise of three games between three teams. At 9 a.m., the local Titans will play Kootenay South from Trail; at 12:30 p.m., Kootenay South will take on the Nelson Selects; and at 4 p.m., it will be the Titans’ turn to play Nelson. The winner of the Round Robin will earn a spot in the provincial championships taking place in Penticton from July 9th to 12th. Come out and support the U-16 Girls! Open House by the river Columbia River Paddle (www.ColumbiaRiverPaddle.com) in conjunction with Trappeur Homes (www. trappeurhomes.com) is hosting an Open House Party on Thursday, June 18th from 4 to 8 p.m. to celebrate the new Canoe Shack at the canoe and kayak docks next to the public boat launch in Athalmer. The public is invited to come on down, check out the new facility, enjoy a free paddle in the wetlands, or sit back and enjoy drinks and snacks on-shore.
NEW BEAR PROOF FENCING
MANAGER, INVESTMENTS Based in any of our four offices, this position builds and maintains financial relationships and manages and develops the Trust’s regional investment portfolio.
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN Based in our Castlegar office, this position processes accounts payables and provides general financial and accounting support to the departments. Apply by June 26, 2015. cbt.org/careers 1.800.505.8998
Thank you The Canal Flats Civic Centre would like to thank the following for all the generous Donations to Canal Days
Invermere
Invermere Family Chiropractic, Fairmont Goldsmith, Columbia Valley Trading Company, Inside Edge, Three Bears, Tiffany’s Thredz, Mark’s Work Warehouse, Valley Foods, Lakestyle Lighting, Dairy Queen, RONA, Lambert Kipp Pharmacy, Kidz Outlet, Pharmasave,River Gems, Sobeys, Canadian Tire, Summit Shoes, Crazy Soles, Invermere Bakery, Mr.V’s Italian Grill, Main Street Fun and Games, Fubuki Sushi, Home Hardware, No Frills, Back Door Wine Cellar, Tim Hortons, A&W, Arrowhead Brewing Company, The Purple Cow,Gadsby Concrete Design.
Fairmont
Hoodoo’s Resort, Tony’s Greek Grill, Fairmont Pizza & Ice Cream, Coy’s Par 3, Fairmont Trading Company, Fairmont Mountainside Market, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort,Smoking Waters Coffee Co.
Canal Flats
Wrench Bender Towing, Hair Benders, Briar Patch Greenhouse, Family Pantry Agnew Family, Tracy and Wayne Spears, Barb and Tracy at Fire Valley.
Thanks so much to the R.C.M.P for “Cram the Cruiser” for the Canal Flats Food Bank
DISTRICT OF INVERMERE
914 – 8th Avenue, PO Box 339 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Tel: (250) 342-9281 • Fax: (250) 342-2934
CLOSE THE GATES!
JET RODDING OF SEWER LINES We will be Jet Rodding the sewer lines in the following areas from June 22nd – 26th. • Westridge Subdivision • Johnston Road all the way down 13th Avenue to 13th Street via 15th Street and 12th Avenue
WE NEED YOUR HELP
New bear-proof fencing are being installed at the Fairmont, Edgewater and Canal Flats Transfer Stations. To open the fences, lift the pin and push the gate to the side. PLEASE make sure to close and latch the gates when you are done.
Career opportunities
This program is necessary to maintain the quality of the sewer system. It is recommended that you leave all toilet lids 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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YOUR MONEY Reasons to have a TFSA
Most people know about Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs), but have questions about how using one can improve their financial situation. Here is some basic information about TFSAs and a few key reasons why Canadians should consider using a TFSA as part of their savings program. The basics The main purpose of a TFSA is to offer a tax-sheltered way to save money. Introduced in 2009 and each year thereafter, new contribution room has been allocated. Today, Canadians who were at least 18 years old in 2009 and have never used a TFSA before can contribute up to $41,000 as unused contribution room can be carried forward to future years. Unlike Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs), contributions are not tax-deductible but the investment earnings within the account are tax free. Withdrawals from TFSAs are also tax-free, which makes them an especially appealing savings tool for short as well as long-term savings goals. Lots of choice The name “Tax-Free Savings Account” is a little misleading in that it sounds like nothing more than a lowrisk, interest-bearing account. In reality, a TFSA should be thought of as a box that can hold many types of investments including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, GICs
or an interest-bearing money market fund. With so many options, people can choose the type of investment that suits their needs, financial situation and risk tolerance. For example, some people use their TFSAs to buy stocks, hoping to make a large, tax-free profit. Others buy bonds and spend the tax-free interest. And yes, many people simply use a low-risk money market fund. The greatest benefit to the TFSA is the ability to tailor its usage to one’s unique needs. Great flexibility Unlike most other account types, withdrawals can be made from a TFSA at any time, tax-free. By comparison, withdrawals made from an RRSP are subject to withholding tax and added to one’s taxable income. Likewise, depending on the type of investment, withdrawals made from a non-registered account could be subject to capital gains, not to mention ongoing taxation in the form of dividends or interest. If a person withdraws funds from their TFSA, they can re-contribute the amount in the following calendar year without affecting their new contribution room. Any unused contribution room can also be carried forward into future years. Income-tested benefits Due to their tax-free nature, amounts received from income-tested government programs are unaffected by
transactions within TFSA. This means that people who receive Old Age Security, the Guaranteed Income Supplement or Canada Child Tax Benefits will not have their payments reduced or eliminated due to investment earnings or withdrawals from their TFSA. This makes the TFSA a valuable financial planning tool for those hoping to keep their taxable income low enough to receive these benefits. Supplements RRSPs Those who have already contributed the maximum amount to their RRSP might use a TFSA as an additional tax-sheltered investment account. While they don’t get the tax-deductibility of an RRSP, a TFSA can be used as a long-term savings vehicle, providing tax-free income in retirement or earlier. In fact, many people who max out their RRSPs each year will likely amass very large RRSPs over their lifetime, all of which is subject to income tax upon de-registration. If their RRSPs grow large enough and withdrawals are postponed too far into retirement, they could end up paying more tax than desired. They could also face losing certain income-tested benefits. By using a TFSA in conjunction or in place of an RRSP, potential tax problems could be lessened or avoided. For more information about TFSAs, speak with your financial advisor. He or she can help you learn how a TFSA would best augment your personal situation.
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Senior Investment Advisor Insurance Agent
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800 privileged years with the Magna Carta Fresh old ideas By Arnold Malone Pioneer Columnist It was a very long time ago. King John, ruler of England, had annoyed too many commoners. So those common people marched on the king insisting that his new tax was not going to happen. We common people shall not provide your desire for another castle. What the commoners were demanding was a House of Commons with laws from the common people. The first principle of the House of Commons was to have the power to control the king’s purse. Naturally, King John did not like the idea. Allowing common people to control the king’s spending was a demeaning insult. How dare they? Nevertheless, King John chose the better of two options. Option #1: was to allow a parliament (a House Of Commons) to be established by which everyone would live by the rule of law; and Option #2: that King John would be led off to be beheaded. The king chose, as I would have myself, Option #1. This led to the signing of the Magna Carta (Latin
for The Great Charter) 800 years ago today, June 12th, 1215. Over time, the charter was amended until we have the existence of British Parliamentary Practice that now serves for the benefit of so many in far-flung countries around the world. Magna Carta was one of the most important documents in history. For the first time ever it set out that all persons, including the king, were subject to the rule of law. So it is that 800 years on, we live in a society of law as opposed to the whim of individuals. It is difficult to imagine that there was a time when laws, as we now know them, never existed. Then, persons with power, the one’s who controlled armies and wealth, made rules that most often were self-serving. Today, laws are not always rational. In fact, sometimes they defy an individual’s common sense. They exist for our collective good. The law defines our parameters and we are expected to abide them until changed. Law is not intended to be a measure of absolute correctness. Rather, it is a practice we accept in the name of civil order. This is why a new luxury car and a thirtyyear-old poorly maintained vehicle are subject to the same speed limits. It is also why at 3:30 a.m. in a seemingly empty city, we sit at a red light waiting for green. We do not live by the axiom of rules by myself, for myself, but rather by a society-wide set of rules. Anything
else is anarchy. Clause 39 of the Magna Carta sets out that no man can be convicted without due process as tested in court by peers (the jury system). The Magna Carta also set out that no tax shall be levied without representation from the common people (elections). My bias is that Magna Carta has led to the finest political practice that exists anywhere in the world today. Some might not like some aspects of parliamentary practice such as Question Period. However, I would argue that the U.S. involvement in the Gulf War took place largely because the United States political system did not have a Question Period. Would not America have been better served had then-Secretary of Defence, Donald Rumsfeld, been cross-examined on the evidence that weapons of mass destruction actually existed? Canadian law is somewhat like sausage; we enjoy the results even if we don’t like watching while it’s being made. So Happy 800th Birthday Magna Carta, and we wish you a long future with rule of law, justice from a court of peers, and the right to change laws or add new ones through elected representation. Arnold Malone served as MP for Alberta’s Battle River and Crowfoot ridings from 1974 through 1992. He retired to Invermere in 2007.
TUESDAY, JULY 7th 2015
Congratulations Angela and Josh Miller
Copper Point from 7 a.m. – dusk To book a “Charity Golf Day” tee time call 250-341-3392 or 1-877-418-4653 Thank you for helping the Lions help the community!
Lake Windermere District Lions Club 11th Annual
CHARITY GOLF DAY
“Come and play 18-holes of golf w/cart at the beautiful Copper Point Course plus enjoy full use of the driving range for $65. All proceeds from the day will be donated by the Lake Windermere District Lions Club to assist the Columbia Valley Rockies Hockey Club to replace our Community Bus”. - Harold Hazelaar, Event Coordinator
Downtown Invermere 9 a.m - 1 p.m. Starting this Saturday June 13
Vanessa Jeakins Photography
Saunders Family Farm
Strawberries! U-pick or we pick
Garden FRESH!
Starting in June Call for details 250-342-9283
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HERE TO SERVE YOU Sales ~ Service ~ Installation
Benjamin Moore – Sikkens Stains – Paint Sundries & Supplies
Judy: (250) 341-1903
UNIVERSAL DOORS & EXTERIORS
www.valleysolutions.ca valleysolutions@shaw.ca SOLUTIONS FOR THE VACATION HOME OWNER SINCE 2006
Professional advise. Quality products at Competitive Prices
335 Third Ave - Next door to Fubuki Sushi 250-342-6264
Arnold Scheffer 250-342-6700
unidoorext@live.ca • unidoorext.ca
• House Checking • Complications • Details
Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential
• Air Conditioning/Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems
Kitchen cabinet & counter top SpecialiStS
Call for your FREE consultation and estimate
Westridge Cabinets Dealer ~ Granite and Quartz Counter Tops Come visit our showroom,
492 arrow rd., unit 1b 250-342-hoMe (4663)
WETT Certified
Invermere and East Kootenay Region
THE VALLEY’S LARGEST WINDOW COVERINGS SHOWROOM • Roller Shades • Roman Shades • Cellular Shades
• Pleated Shades • Horizontal Blinds • Shutters
• Journeyman Carpenter • Contracting • Framing/Siding/Finishing • Timberframe • Custom Log Railing & Decks
• Vertical Blinds • Automation • Residential & Commercial
Come visit our showroom,
492 ARROW RD., UNIT 1B 250-342-HOME (4663)
SHOLINDER & MACKAY EXCAVATING Inc.
Septic Systems Installed ~ Pumped ~ Repaired Prefab Cement Tanks Installed Water Lines Dug and Installed Basements Dug
WINDERMERE 250-342-6805
Plumbing • Heating • Electrical
Rigid Plumbing Ltd. Andy Charette
Quality you can see!
E: rigidplumbing@hotmail.ca P: 250-341-5179
Scott Wilisky
Aaron Sherban
Sheblime Roofing Ashphalt Shingles Repairs - Replacement – New Insured Call for Quote
P.O. Box 678, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 sheblime2010@hotmail.com
YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP for all home maintenance from raking your lawn to renovating your entire house.
ROSS‛S POOLS & SPAS Darren Ross Box 72, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0
Cell: 250-341-7727 • Fax: 1-778-523-2426 • poolman-911@hotmail.com
FREE ESTIMATES
Chimney and Eavestrough Cleaning and Repair Specialists
You name it! I’ll take care of it!
stwcarpentry@live.ca • cell 250 270 0745
Commercial – Residential Installation – Maintenance – Repairs
Phone: 250-341-8009
Fully Insured & WCB Covered
New Home Construction
• Pruning and Removal of ALL Trees and Shrubs • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured & WCB Covered
OVER
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EXPERIENCE
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
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HERE TO SERVE YOU Residential & Commercial Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Invermere
(250) 341-6888
www.cordnerarchitect.com
Bus: 250-342-9692
RR#4 2117 - 13 Avenue
Cell: 250-342-5241
Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K4
Fax: 250-342-9644
Box 802 | 422 – 14th Street | Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0
Phil Bibby
patco_dev@shaw.ca
Journeyman Carpenter
(250) 270-0345 (403) 870-7558
250.341.1995 philbibby@live.ca
in Calgary since 2002 in Invermere since 2004
Patco Developments Ltd. PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS
pennerinsulation.com • 250-342-2001
rugclean@telus.net
www.ptarmigan-invermere.com
Patryk Jagiello STAIN/LACQUER/PAINT INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
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New Homes • Custom Builds • Renovations Big Or Small
Your search for quality and dependability ends with us. Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Specialists Truck Mounted System • Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed
Dean Hubman
Certified Technician
250-342-3052
Toll Free: 877-342-3052
Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net
LOW DUST STREET SWEEPING Hourly or Contract Rates Available
Irrigation Systems, Repairs & New Installation Paving Stone Patios, Driveways & Retaining Walls 250-688-1229 oasisirrigation@hotmail.com
Trevor Hayward (Owner/Operator)
250-342-5800
LAMBERT-KIPP
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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
250-342-6612
Lambert
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Kootenay Cribbing, Ltd. INSURANCE AGENCIES LTD.
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
Established 1976
JOHN WOOD DURAFORM SYSTEM
THE FOUNDATION CONTRACTOR OF CHOICE PH: 250-345-2188 • CELL: 250-342-1289 • TOBYWOOD@SHAW.CA
Your Local Pest Control Professionals
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Proudly Serving the Valley for over 50 years
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Insured-Bonded-Licensed
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For competitive prices and prompt service, call: 250-342-3268 (plant) 250-342-6767 (office)
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HERE TO SERVE YOU Guy Fournier GUY CONCRETE
Scott Postlethwaite
CVCC Contractor/ Trade Builder of the Year 2008
New and existing concrete. Forming, finishing, grinding, polishing, repair and demolishing.
Residential, Commercial Electric Furnace and Hot Water Tank Repair and Service For All Your Electrical Needs
250-341-5115 guydatguy@hotmail.ca
invermereelectric@gmail.com
1710 10th Avenue – Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
GLD
Landscaping Ltd.
• • • •
FAIRMONT RIDGE RENOVATION
Doors Windows Flooring Painting/ Interior/Exterior • Kitchen Renovations
www.gldltd.com
250-342-5682
• Bathroom Renovations • Additions • Decks • Finish Carpentry • Basement Renovations
5077 FAIRMONT RESORT RD., FAIRMONT BC EMAIL: fairmontridge@telus.net
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Tel: 250.341.6075 Fax: 250.341.3427 Email: info@duskbuildingsystems.com www.duskbuildingsystems.com
Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals NEW SEWER CAMERA
• • •
Complete sewer/drain repairs • Reasonable rates – Seniors’ discount • Speedy service – 7 days a week
A well maintained septic system should be pumped every 2-3 years Avoid costly repairs
Bruce Dehart 250.347.9803 or 250.342.5357
1320 Industrial Road #3 Box 159, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
Dale Elliott Contracting • •
Interior Finishing Kitchen and Vanity Cabinets • Countertops • 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.
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
• 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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Cranbrook Pest Control We use the most successful products available. ALL WORK
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Visit our online store at: GUARANTEED www.cranbrookpestcontrol.com 250-426-9586 1-888-371-6299
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, 2012 and 2013”
Call or visit online
PH: 1-888-711-ESCAPE (3722) • WEB: www.cobblestonecreek.ca
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Your Local
COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE
Glenn Pomeroy
MaxWell Realty Invermere 1214-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.
glennpomeroy@shaw.ca
Professionals
Cell: (250) 270-0666 Office: (250) 341-6044 Fax: 866-600-0673
Wende Brash
Buying or selling…
Broker/Owner
Your greatest investment is worth a second opinion!
Over 10 years of real estate experience!
RE/MAX Invermere
492 Highway 93/95 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
Independently Owned and Operated
Cell: 250•341•1395 Toll Free: 1•888•258•9911 pglassford@telus.net www.PaulGlassford.com
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1022B - 7th Avenue, Box 459 Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0 E-mail: wendebrash@telus.net Fax: 250-342-9611
CELL: 250-342-5889 TOLL FREE: 1-877-347-6838 FAX: 1-866-788-4966 scott@rockieswest.com www.rockieswest.com
Office: 250-342-6505 • Cell: 250-342-1300
HERE TO SERVE YOU • • • •
250-341-1182
Box 424, Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0
Renovations Decks Finishing Interior/Exterior Painting David Gulbe Mike Bernicot
Serving the Columbia Valley
www.cabincare.ca
Monument signs 50” wide format outdoor printing 17 years experience
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& CNC
Vehicle signage
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Long Drive Competition June 19th • 4pm-7pm
$6
Pancakes, Sausage or Ham, Juice & Coffee
Join us at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Airport. All proceeds benefit the Columbia Valley Golf Trail Junior Tour. Tons of fun & prizes Taylormade drivers available to use
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June 21st,2015 9 a.m. – 12 p.m Edgewater Legion Everyone Welcome
After the Long Drive Competition join us for the Mountainside BBQ at Mountainside Clubhouse! Live music by Ted Alexander from 7pm-11pm BBQ • Beer Specials • No cover charge
All participants in the Long Drive receive a 2-for-1 coupon for the BBQ!
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Pioneer Classifieds GARAGE SALES
GARAGE SALES
ANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT
Yard sale: June 13th, 2015, 9 a.m. 2 p.m. 1000w generator, gas weed eater, gas lawn mower and much more. 4830 Purcel Ave. Edgewater.
Yard Sale: Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. #19 Williams Trailer Park, Windermere. Household, chairs, side tables, camping, baby girl clothes, golf clubs, boat tarp and much more.
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 250342-2424. 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.
Narcotics Anonymous meeting now available. Thursdays at 8 p.m. Call 250-342-1071 for more info.
Multi-family garage sale. Sat. June 13th, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. the corner of 10th Ave. and 13th St. This is a gooder! Don’t miss out!
S CELEBRATION OF LIFES Celebration of Life for Gladys May Downey, June 1923 - January 2015, will be held Saturday, June 27, 2015, 1 - 4 p.m. with a Come and Go Tea at the Fairmont & District Lions Club, 5003 Hot Springs Road. The family of Gladys is inviting all friends, former co-workers and acquaintances to join them in this celebration. If you wish to join us, an RSVP to Betty 250-345-6534 or MaryLou, maryloumiller7@gmail.com by June 20th would be appreciated. In Loving Memory
Ron Hall
Dec. 12, 1952 - June 13, 2014 In Our Hearts We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday. And days before that too. We think of you in silence. We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part. God has you in His keeping. We have you in our heart. Lynn Adam & Caitlin Ryan & Leigh
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.
2015 Horsethief Hideout Memorial Motorcycle Rally: July 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th. Advance Tickets only $50 until June 28th or $60 at the gate. Available locally at Tiffany’s Thredz downtown Invermere, from our website www. horsethiefhideout.com or call 250-347-6407 for more info.
Congratulations on your 50th Wedding Anniversary Bill & Marie June 12, 2015
S OBITUARY S Frances Louise (Weston) HassI Dec. 26, 1923June 4, 2015 Frances spent her early years on the family farm in McMurdo BC. She moved to Radium at age 16 to finish school and work for her Uncle John and Aunt Jessie Blakely at Blakely’s Hotel. She moved on to become a telephone operator for BC Tel in Vancouver before marrying her first husband, Roy. They raised their three children, Ed, Hugh and Darlene on a small farm in Langley BC. Frances eventually came home to the Columbia Valley where she married her second husband, Ted Haasi. Ted and Frances enjoyed retired life together, traveling and gardening, until Ted’s passing. Frances kept herself busy with needlework, reading, friends and enjoyed a good game of solitaire. Frances was predeceased by her parents Ed and Edna Weston, her brother Walter Verge Sr, her sisters Metta Harrison and Barbara Duby. Frances will be loving remembered by her youngest brother Jim (Betty), her sons Ed (Noreen), Hugh (Joanne), daughter Darlene, grandchildren Jason, Christopher, Tracy, Kayla, Kate, Aidan, Aileen, Mahri, and great grandchildren Stephanie, Avery and Davis. Thank you to the wonderful staff at Columbia House for all your care and kindness to our mother and grandmother. A service will be held Friday June 12 at 2 p.m., All Saints Church Edgewater BC. Tea to follow at the Edgewater Legion.
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CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
Jeers to the religious monument... Cheers to Tim Hortons for oh wait- that’s the cenotaph! And a supporting those less fortunate bigger Jeers to all involved with the kids by sending them to camp. design of the enormous concrete What a great initiative to enrich the eye sore! What an awful fail this lives of our children. CHEERS & JEERS project has become! Sponsored by
Huge Cheers to Diane and Tiffany at Canadian Tire for going out of their way to acquire a chair I had ordered that had been discontinued by the manufacturer. They could have just said sorry and did nothing but they didn’t and I am grateful. Jeers to clopening.
Cheers to the Ontario government for putting cell phone fines while driving up to $1,000 plus three points on your licence. All of Canada should do the same! Cheers to the staff at Tony’s Greek Grill for the exceptional meal and the always-friendly service. It’s great to see you back for another summer!
S OBITUARY S Jim Panattoni June 5, 2015
It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Jimmie Panattoni on June 5th. He was 78. Jim was predeceased by his wife, Wendy (Weir). He leaves to mourn his children Scott (Gina), Craig and Sue, his seven grandchildren and a special great-nephew Michael. His inlaws were Nancy (Larry) Ballard, Brian (Sharon) Weir and Barry (Lorraine) Weir. Jim first came to Invermere in the early 60’s but lived in Kimberley almost 50 years. He had 2 careers – practising dentistry and prospecting. Jim has requested there be no funeral.
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CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
STORAGE
Cheers to the ever generous Al Miller.
Jeers to the women who left her dog in her vehicle while she got her nails done.
Jeers to the little birdie that makes me grumpy first thing in the morning. WHY can you not wait until I have a cup of coffee before you start in with your nighttime rant?
Jeers to the few residents of Columere Park that think it is acceptable to personally attack our hard working volunteers on the board, including showing up at their homes at all hours. If you have an issue to discuss, ask to be heard at a meeting or volunteer to be on the board instead of resorting to mob tactics.
Cheers to whoever gave me a Cheers in last week’s paper. I’m feeling the love! If I knew who you were, your cheque would be in the mail!
STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park: 250-342-3166.
Jeers to those who ignorantly condemn and personally attack board members who are legally bound to privacy and are therefore unable to defend their actions. Your harsh words certainly don’t make me want to volunteer for important roles in our community. Many Cheers to the person in Radium who is sending great people to the Spilli Bean Coffee Shop. Greatly appreciated! BIG Cheers to the Gals who each stopped on Late Sunday night near Par 3 Golf Course Edgewater and took the time to assist the Alberta Seniors who had car trouble. Very much appreciated.
Cheers to all the parents and volunteers that put together and ran ‘The Clash of Titans’ soccer tournament. It was an amazing event. Well done! Jeers to the District of Invermere (By-Law Enforcement) for allowing one man to control passage in and out of the alley in Athalmer. So you know, it’s my turn now for the next 6+ years. Jeers to the town for busting me for blocking the same alleyway. Cheers to Barb, DON’T back down. You’re doing a great job.
Cheers to the CPCA Board of Directors that volunteer their personal time to help make our community a wonderful place! Your commitment and efforts are greatly appreciated, and noticed by the MAJORITY. Please don’t let the few in the outspoken minority discourage you. Jeers to Radium Council and HCTF for spending $10,000 to chase sheep out of town with yappy dogs. If you had asked your constituents, I’m sure the majority would rather use the money to chase all the yappy dogs out of town.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality Public Hearing Notice The Council of the Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality is considering Official Community Plan (OCP) Bylaw No. 0013, 2015. A public hearing to receive submissions will be held: TIME: PLACE:
Tuesday, June 16th, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. Village of Radium Hot Springs Council Chambers 4836 Radium Blvd, Radium Hot Springs.
An Official Community Plan (OCP) is a provincially-mandated regulatory and long-range planning document that outlines the goals, vision, values, principles, objectives and policies of the municipality regarding land use, future growth, and development. The entire Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality is the subject of this bylaw. Schedule B10 of the OCP is a map showing the boundaries of the municipality. This notice is not an interpretation of the OCP. For more information, refer to the OCP package (Schedule A, Schedules B1 through B10 and “OCP Related Avalanche Material”) located on the Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality website http://www.jgmrm.ca/documents. Alternatively, the OCP may be inspected at the Village of Radium Hot Springs office, 4836 Radium Blvd, during normal office hours. All persons who consider themselves affected by the adoption of the proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 0013, 2015 and who wish to register an opinion may do so by: 1. Providing a written submission by mail, fax or email to be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, June 12th, 2015 (contact information below), or by; 2. Presenting written and/or verbal submissions at the public hearing. Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality PO Box 58, Radium Hot Springs, B.C. V0A 1M0 Fax: 250-347-9068 Email: Mark.Read@jgmrm.ca Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality, PO Box 58, Radium Hot Springs, B.C. V0A 1M0 Fax: (250) 347-9068 • Jill.Logan@radiumhotsprings.ca
Big Cheers to the DTSS senior drama students and Ms. Little for a great play, “Kill Me, Deadly.” It never ceases to amaze me how many talented young people we have in this valley! A huge Jeers to the shipping company for completely losing all the paychecks for WoodEx Ind. For four days to the point they had to be re written. People need that money to get by. Totally unacceptable and very disappointing. Cheers to Syndicate Board Shop for hosting the Dry Grad Car Wash again this year! Cheers to the DTSS Grad 2015 students for working so hard all day in the heat! Grad 2015! Cheers to Max Helmer for helping Wildsight with its ongoing Lake Enid project. Your donation of big boulders for trail restoration is much appreciated. Cheers to my amazing work family at KNP Admin and MC Ops for such a warm and welcoming homecoming. I am so lucky to have such compassionate and caring coworkers. I love you guys! Jeers to all the garbage being left at the river in the meadows of Fairmont. So many people use this spot to end a day of rafting on the river. Why is it so hard to take your garbage with you? Cheers to the Columere Park board of directors for their volunteer time and hard work to better our community making it a great place to live. Jeers to those who pit members and non-members against each other, instead of working together. Better yet become a member!
A huge Cheers to the organizers of the ‘Clash of the Titans’ soccer tournament. A big Cheers to all of our local teams who participated and Cheers also go to the parent volunteers. It was a great event, way to go! Can’t wait until next year! Cheers to all the amazing volunteers that put together a most amazing Titans Tournament this past weekend. Because of your attention to detail the tournament went off very smoothly. Well done. Big Jeers to all the summer residents of Tretheway Beach that leave their boat trailers along the beachfront access all summer. Sure makes it hard for parking for beach goers that have to walk even farther to enjoy the beach. Park your trailer at home.
ENTERTAINMENT 2015 Horsethief Hideout Memorial Motorcycle Rally: July 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Bike Games, Golf Tournament, Poker Run, Live Bands Nightly, Food and Merchandise Vendors, FREE Camping. NO MINORS! NO DOGS! NO GLASS! More info www.horsethiefhideout.com or call 250-347-6407.
LOST & FOUND Lost: At Lions ball diamond (crossroads) a tan colored Zett ball glove Tuesday, May 19th. If found please call Bill at 250-342-4433 (Canadian Tire).
STORAGE NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available. Now with climate-controlled units. Call 250-342-3637.
OFFICE SPACE Offices for rent - great location on Main Street in Invermere, two options available. Contact Ben for more info 250-688-0362.
COMMERCIAL SPACE 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. For Rent: Commercial Office Space 535 SF $740/month triple net 285 SF $390/month triple net Panache Building, Invermere Email: info@ panacheinteriorsinc.ca 250-342-5805 Office/retail space in Radium Hot Springs. 1-403-559-9625.
ACCOMM. WANTED Responsible person seeks 2-bdrm in late July early Aug., non-smokers, 1 to 2 weeks or longer house rental. Two small dogs. 1-919-225-7687.
SUITE FOR RENT 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. Renovated large, bright, 2-bdrm basement suite in downtown Invermere. Private entrance and enclosed patio, five appliances, N/S, N/P, $850/mo + utilities. Available immediately. Call 403874-0483.
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COMMERCIAL SPACE
HOUSE FOR RENT
LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE
WANTED
HELP WANTED
LOOK NO FURTHER Exceptional Location in Radium Hot Springs Off Hwy.93 coming and going to Calgary. Minutes from worldrenowned Kootenay National Park, Home of Radium Hot Springs Pool, as well as many Top golf courses, Panorama ski hill, numerous biking trails, and panoramic view of Purcell mountains. Building, Land, and Equipment. Building was built in 1987 with an addition constructed in 1993, for a total of 5,600 sq. ft. Is fully equipped with all equipment to get started on your adventure. Front part is being used as a Breakfast and Burger Restaurant with seating for 65 people. New deck built in 2013 seats forty people. Total seating for 200 +. Back 3,000 sq. ft. is ideal for a banquet facilities, pub, lounge or office space. Lot size is just under an acre with paved parking for 30 + cars. Bonus 2,500 sq. ft. Selfcontained finished owners suite below, 4-bdrm, two bathrooms and office, complete kitchen, family room and front room. Ideal location for Boston Pizza or Chinese Rest. As well as many other options with a C1 Zoning. Priced for quick sale $775,000. Call 250-270-0280 for more information, serious inquires only please.
Windermere, furnished, 1-bdrm home, lovely yard, N/S, pets considered, references required. $700/mo plus utilities. 403-619-1540.
The perfect duplex lot in a great location. Lot 13, 821 Westridge Way. Approximately .28 A, zoned R-2a, $180,000. 250-342-3147.
12’ to 14’ aluminum boat. Retired pensioner, reasonable price please! Call 250-341-3382.
Permanent Employment
SUITE FOR RENT Bright 1,000 sq ft, 2-bdrm, washer, dryer, fridge, stove and dishwasher. Private off-street parking, large patio, N/S, N/P, satellite T.V. and all utilities included. $1,100/mo. Call 250-342-3368 or 250-342-5707. Invermere: Bright very clean 2-bdrm with office, walk out suite. Facing south towards Lake Windermere. Includes hydro, utilities, washer, dryer, tile floors, huge windows, yard maintenance. Patio/yard seeking great quiet tenants excellent location available July 1st. $875/mo. spirit88@shaw. ca. Large 2-bdrm, main floor unit of 4 plex in Windermere, near the beach, 5 appliances, $850/mo call or text 403-836-6059.
WANTED
Dutch Creek (5 min S of Fairmont) 3-bdrm, 2 bath house, 5 appliances, N/P, N/S. $850/mo utilities extra, references required. 1 yr lease. 250345-0004.
Kitten, non aggressive, calm for 9 year old son. Prefer female. Please call 342-3018 or 341-5146.
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Heartfelt Companion Services Leanne Brooks • 250-341-5683
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Enjoy kind companionship Help with transportation, errands and appointments Housekeeping, laundry Any personal and non-medical needs can be met
Fiona Millar, AEP Intuitive Reader
250-342-1713 fiona@fionapsychic.com • www.fionapsychic.com
Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated
492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC
toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671
Kim Collens
kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com
Recipe Of The Week SHRIMP COBB SALAD WRAP 12 oz Shrimp, cooked and shelled 2 tbsp Mayonnaise 1 tbsp grainy Mustard ¼ tsp Salt 4 Iceberg Lettuce leaves
4 Tortilla wraps (10-inch) 2 Eggs, hardboiled, diced 1 Avocado, peeled and diced ½ cup Kernel Corn 1/3 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
Mix shrimp, mayonnaise, mustard and salt to coat. Place lettuce leaf on each tortilla Divide shrimp among tortillas. Sprinkle each with egg, avocado, corn and feta cheese. Roll to enclose filling Cut each in half and enjoy. see all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com
Home Of The Week It’s all in the Details!
Custom built beauty in the Eaglebrook community of Fairmont Hot Springs. Chef’s kitchen, fireplace, multiple decks and lots of room for guests. No detail has been overlooked.
$629,000
Downtown Radium 1-bdrm apartment $615/mo with utilities. D.D. required, smoking outside. 250347-6420 or 250-688-1582.
HOUSE FOR SALE
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Representative
SUITE FOR RENT
MLS® 2404407
1680 sq. ft. 4-bdrm, 2 bath home. Good location in Invermere with revenue suite. 250-342-9446, motivated vendor.
PROPERTY Google or YouTube 1741 Windermere Loop Road for complete details of this property. Propertyguys.com ID # 266592.
MISC FOR SALE Steinway baby grand piano for sale. 1924 vintage, sound construction, good condition. Original ivory keys. $25,000 O.B.O. Phone 250-4273966 in Kimberley. Sherlock Manor Piano for sale, call 250-347-9684.
Carpenters, Jacks-of-all-trades
Are you tired of where you are, or looking to grow with a strong and thriving company? We have 2 open positions for permanent placement on our team. We offer full-time and year-round employment. If you have a positive attitude, responsible work ethic, a valid driver’s licence and a few skills to bring to the table, we are happy to have you join our team. For a confidential interview, bring your resume to The Home Renovation Centre, 492 Arrow Rd., or phone Dave Ridge at 250-342-5682.
Columbia Cycle and Ski is looking to fill full-time and part-time positions for a busy store in Invermere. We are accepting resumes for:
Full-time Bike Mechanic Full-time and part-time Sales Associate – Bike Required skills: • Bike Mechanic – In depth knowledge of the biking industry • Strong commitment to customer service • Good communication skills • Decision making ability • Dependable and responsible • Experience in the retail industry • Available to work weekends. Please send resumes to ccycle@telus.net or drop off at Columbia Cycle & Ski, Box 658 – 375 Laurier Street, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
Inspiring Careers Start Here. Une Carrière Stimulante Commence Chez Nous. AREA MANAGER Indeterminate Year Round employment opportunity Highway Operations Unit, Banff Operating Area, Salary $76,239 to $82,422 (currently under review) To apply please visit our website: www.pc.gc.ca/mpcareers GESTIONNAIRE DE SECTEUR Emploi Indéterminé toute l’année Centre de services routiers, Aire des opérations du Parc national Banff De 76 239 $ à 82 422 $ par année (présentement sous révision) Pour présenter une demande, visitez notre site sur les carrières à: www.pc.gc.ca/carrierespm
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SERVICES
MISC FOR SALE
CAMPING
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
1988 24 ft. Travelaire trailer. Winter package, 2 full - 30lb propane tanks. Full bath , 2 way fridge, hitch, stabilizer bars. Asking $3,000. 250-347-9200.
EVOLVE USED FURNITURE Summer Hours: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Quality used and ‘up cycled’ furniture, home and garden items, unusual treasures and original art. Furnish your home with great style at great prices! Next to Fuze and Fubuki in Athalmer. 250-341-7051 or 250-688-0271.
27 foot 2004 Keystone Laredo, 5th wheel holiday trailer. Located at Sun Valley Trailer Park, Windermere B.C. The unit is located on site 13 with a professionally built deck, new BBQ, patio furniture and trailer furnishings. Included trailer site paid for the 2015 season. Call Hugh at 403-861-0278 for showing. $15,000.00.
Strands Old House Restaurant is accepting applications for a cook/ chef experienced in fine dining, P/T bartender and evening servers. Apply to Tony Wood at tony@ strandsrestaurant.com or 250-3426344.
Always wanted to work at a golf course? Then this is for you. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is always looking for enthusiastic individuals, full time or part time to join our Food & Beverage, Golf Shop & Golf Course Maintenance teams. Apply to David Sheedy at hr@fhsr. com or fax 250-345-6616.
Best Western, LaCabina restaurant is seeking a breakfast cook. Apply in person, 250-341-2340.
kimberleyrae.ca
Two King mattresses complete with box springs and frame available. Steel Case two drawer lateral legal filing cabinet. Mountain bike in good condition. Please call 250-341-5428.
Landmark lawn mower, 12 HP, 38” cut, $400 O.B.O. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, excellent condition, snow tires on rims, extra sport rims, $1,200. Stereo system $4,500 O.B.O. 250-347-6404.
2007 Cedar Creek 5th wheel, 30 KTS, Mint. Asking $21,500.00 403630-2714.
photography studio picture framing passport photos …look for the red door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!
250-342-5102 THE PAINTED PORCH HAS MOVED!
1018 6th Street. We retail a full line of Artisan Chalk Style FAT Paint We teach FUN, DIY workshops and Fat Paint 101 classes to build your skills and confidence learning shared tips and techniques! Our home studio FILLED with Artisan one of a kind decor! On Sunny Saturdays you will find us at our Market Table in front of Valley Foods. We offer flexible studio and workshop hours, simply call or text
Teresa 250-688-0388 and we will meet! I AIM TO INSPIRE.
VILLA/CONDO FOR SALE Located in Invermere, this well appointed condo features superior construction and R2000 certified. Close to shopping and beaches. 2-bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appliances. All on one floor. Perfect as your new home or great rental property revenue. Furniture negotiable, move right in! $285,000, 250342-2274. For Sale: Corner 2-bdrm unit and a 1-bdrm unit. Quiet complex, walkout facing west. Large common area/back yard. Close to downtown/Hospital. Guest suite available. Extra parking $25/mo, 2-bdrm fees $174/mo, $148,000, five appliances. 1-bdrm fees $152/ mo, $110,000, four appliances. Priced to sell, call 250-342-2287.
CAMPING For sale 1996 -26’ Fifth Wheel in excellent condition and clean. Call Wayne 403-813-5627.
Generator - Champion 6250W, 240/110V, one month old, barely used, $599. Generator - Homelite 3000W, 110V, lightly used, great for camping, $299. Water tank - 250 gallons, 1000 liters, white plastic with aluminum housing. Tap included, $150. Call 250-270-0274. Quality Top Soil and Manure. $160 per dump truck load, $90 per pick-up load. Well-aged cow manure, $100 per pickup load. Delivery extra. Call 250-342-1268. Hobie Mirage Outfitter Tandem Kayak. Excellent condition, setup for fishing or cruising. New approx. $4,000, asking $1,600. Contact Heather at 250-341-5320.
VEHICLES Toyota Sienna CE Mini van 2002. 242,000 kms. Seats 7. Awesome condition. No rust. Just serviced. Fuel-efficient 6L/100km HWY. $5,500. 250-341-1414.
FITNESS Zumba Fitness - Julie Parent Zumba classes for June Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. At Invermere Community Hall For More Info or class schedule Call 250-341-5474 or FB Zumba Fitness-Julie Parent.
SERVICES Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning. Environmentally friendly products. Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca . Shannon’s Blinds & Designs “Blinds, Drapery, retractable screen doors and more.” 250-342-5749. Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net SOLÉ DECOR N’ MORE June Sale! Hunter Douglas $250 manufacturer rebate for purchase of 4 Silhouettes with ultra glide system. 20% off custom drapery, bedding, upholstery & furniture. Serving the Calgary and Columbia Valley area. Call Brenda at 403-861-8782 or email at: soledecor@shaw.ca www.studio222calgary.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. Peppi’s is now accepting resumes for servers, cooks and dishwashers. Please email resumes to: p.fuel@ yahoo.ca.
The Old Salzburg Restaurant is looking for kitchen help. Willing to train, starting at $12.50/hr. Call Scott at 250-347-6553. Come and join our young energetic team. The Old Salzburg Restaurant is looking for wait staff. F/T or P/T. Experience appreciated, but not necessary. Call Ashley at 250-3476553. SUMMER HELP WANTED Black Forest Restaurant is looking for servers and kitchen help for this summer. Call, email or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@ blackforestrestaurant.com. Radium Valley Vacation Resort is looking for a seasonal full-time maintenance person. Must be reliable, hardworking and able to work weekends. Resumes accepted by fax 250-347-9808, email: radval@shaw.ca or in person. LBO Autobody is seeking a F/T summer student for auto detailing. The student should be a self-motivated, detail oriented individual and possess good customer service skills. This is a Monday to Friday position. The student must be able to start immediately and work until the end of August. Please apply in person or send resume to lboautobody@ gmail.com. Radium Golf Group is now accepting applications for experienced line cooks, sous chef and servers. Please email resume to skuffler@ radiumgolfgroup.ca or call 250270-1550. Dusk Building Systems is currently hiring employees for their truss and wall panel plants. Please submit resume to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com or fax to 250-342-3427.
PLAY for PAY Rocky Mountain Safaris is in need of drivers, guides, and trip leaders. Class 4 license and First Aid are assets but RMS can assist with that. Experienced hikers, climbers, and mountain bikers. ACMG or other certification is a bonus. Email info@ rockymtnsafaris.com. Helna’s Stube is looking for a P/T evening server, P/T bus person. Email resume to mail@helnas.com or call 250-347-0047. Summer P/T, F/T positions at Leo Burrito/Gerry’s Gelati in Radium. Positions starting between now and June 28th. Wage dependant on experience up to $16/hour + gratuity. Looking for someone that can serve food, gelato, cook and prep. Many perks including free meals! Submit resume to crystal@box100.com. Everett Frater Enterprises now hiring Lawn maintenance employees for Mon-Fri, weekends off. Call 250-342-5645. Windermere Valley Child Care is accepting applications for a student for full time summer employment. A student that has been in secondary or post secondary school and who intends to return back to school full time in September. Apply in person or call Pat at 250342-3168. Birchwood Restaurant is looking for staff for the upcoming summer season to join our dynamic team. We are looking for a line cook, dishwasher and bus person/ host. Experience an asset but will train. Please email resumes to birchwoodinv@gmail.com or drop off resumes to Birchwood Restaurant.
F/T and P/T Pizza and Line Cook positions available at the new Fuze Food location. Front Counter/ Smoothie help also. Wage depending on experience plus food and gratuities. Email Sarah at fuzefood@gmail.com.
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JOE’s We are people working together to build strong and empowered families and healthy communities.
We’re looking for hardworking, energetic and reliable people just like you!
We have an opening for a
Bring your dedication, enthusiasm and willingness to make a difference to be part of our dynamic and history making organization.
Cashier/Clerk Position Available
No previous experience required.Days/Nights/Weekends Up to $14.50/hour depending on availability, some restrictions apply. Apply in person. 471 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT at our busy public accounting office in Invermere.
Formal training, strong bookkeeping background and/or public accounting experience would be a definite asset for this position.
Social Worker Windermere, BC
The Social Worker is part of a team of professionals dedicated to the well-being of Aboriginal peoples and their families. Qualifications:
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Career CareerOpportunity Opportunity for a cheerful, responsible, energetic team for a cheerful, responsible, energetic team member whowho would enjoy serving member would enjoy serving our our customers andand loves fresh pastries andand customers loves fresh pastries coffee. coffee. If you like like to work in ain welcoming, quickIf you to work a welcoming, quickpaced, creative environment we would lovelove paced, creative environment we would to hear from you!you! to hear from Apply with with youryour resume at the StoreStore or or Apply resume at Bakery the Bakery e-mail to careers@Invermerebakery.com e-mail to careers@Invermerebakery.com for more info got to www.invermerebakery.com for more info got to www.invermerebakery.com
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Bachelor degree in Social Work or related field; Minimum of 2 years’ Social Work experience; Experience working with families at risk; Experience working in Aboriginal Communities.
Please submit your resumé in confidence to Kevin Andruschuk, CPA, CA
SMITH GREEN ANDRUSCHUK LLP Chartered Accountants Box 460, 1229 – 7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 kevin@valleyca.ca • Ph: 250-342-9271 • Fax: 250-342-9274
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. . . ‘Shuswap’ from page 3 “As Shuswap First Nation holds its elections under the Indian Act, the Act does not provide for the removal of a chief or councillor through a petition signed by community members,” Ms. Hache said. Tensions came to a boil after Sam Paul, an Elder on the reserve, was given notice by AANDC that the land he was
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living on was being sold by AANDC without his consent. “We asked Chief and Council and they said that AANDC are the ones that are pushing for the sale, not Chief and Council, which just is not true,” Robert Martin claimed. The land is being sold because, according to Ms. Cote, Mr. Paul does not have a legal lease. Rosa Paul, the land’s former owner, left the land to a non-band member when she passed away in 2004, which is against AANDC rules since a non-member cannot own reserve land. Thus, that non-member did not have the authority to lease Mr. Paul the land he has been living on. Gordon Martin, a member of the protesting group and one of Mr. Paul’s nephews, said council had the responsibility to contact Mr. Paul as soon as possible to try to work with him towards protecting his land. Mr. Paul
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GRAPHIC DESIGNER - FULL TIME If you are looking for a fun and creative job that gives you an opportunity to work on some amazing projects, AND learn new things, look no further! We are searching for a talented graphic designer to add to our Marketing Team! The successful candidate will have opportunities to design print projects like brochures, rack cards, advertising, signage and multi-media projects like newsletters, webpages, ads, and video. This position is an important and valued member of the team - there are many opportunities to contribute, grow, learn new skills, and perfect old ones. Some experience in web design is an asset, as is knowledge of the Wordpress CMS. The successful candidate will have: • a creative mind and eye for design, and brings that expertise to projects like: brochures; posters; signs; advertising; web. • formal education in graphic design or equivalent work experience • proven problem solving skills, and a keen knowledge of effective design solutions • ability to work within the Marketing Team and help build ideas and concepts for our various brands • strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills • excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, and ability to multi-task • fluent on a mac-based workflow, with a focus on the Adobe CS suite of programs (indesign/illustrator/photoshop) • knowledge of multimedia design (ie: web assets, online ads), as well as experience on the Wordpress CMS. • HTML & CSS experience an asset. PHP & JavaScript is also an asset, but not required. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities. This is a permanent full time position. Interested applicants please forward their resume with references before July1st, 2015 to the attention of: Human Resources - David Sheedy Fax: 250-345-6616 or email to: hr@fhsr.com
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has lived on the land since 1953. “No one ever talked to Sam,” Mr. Gordon Martin said. “Who’s next? If Sam’s land goes through no one is protected. Council has to stand up for our Elders.” According to Ms. Cote, the Wills and Estates section of AANDC unilaterally decided to put Ms. Paul’s three properties up for sale by way of auction. Only Shuswap Band members may bid on Ms. Paul’s subdivided land. “The Shuswap Band had no input in, and does not have any control over, the sale of the Rosa Paul lots, as that rests solely with AANDC and as the lots were not included in being governed by the Shuswap Band’s Land Code,” Ms. Cote said. “We are putting our trust in AANDC to ensure that the process and result is fair and equitable to all.” Marcel Laflamme, a lawyer representing Mr. Paul, said he and his client will continue to speak with AANDC and the Shuswap Band Council to try to stop the land sale from happening in the coming months. . . . ‘Mom’ from page 5 Entries for the WestJet prize are available at Valley Spas in Athalmer or the Hoodoos Bar and Grill in Fairmont. Ms. Henry will be drawing the prize winner for the contest when she arrives at Eau Claire Mall in Calgary on July 4th. For more information, visit www.savingsavannah.myevent.com.
Join our winning team! Summer is here, and Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is still hiring! Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is always looking for enthusiastic individuals, full time or part time, to join our team. We’re hiring: Housekeepers, Groundskeepers, Retail Sales teammates, Estheticians, Golf Maintenance, Shuttle Bus Driver, and more! Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities. Interested applicants please forward their resume with references to the attention of: Human Resources - David Sheedy Fax: 250-345-6616 or email to: hr@fhsr.com
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Keepin’ busy As usual, there’s been no shortage of things to do over the past couple of weeks. Counterclockwise from top right: Cleanline Automotive held a Gals, Gears & Cheers workshop on June 2nd when mechanic Michelle Rievaj helped 11 women get familiar with cars and grease. The event raised $100 for the Family Resource Centre. Stay tuned for a sequel (Steph Van de Kemp photos); Local dancers dazzled the audience at An Evening of Dance on June 5th at the Eddie (Breanne Massey photos); The Columbia Valley Golf Trail’s 2015 Junior Golf Program wrapped up for the season at Creekside golf course in Fairmont at the end of May (photos submitted); Rain didn’t dampen the first Windermere Health Care Auxiliary Golf Tournament at Windermere Valley Golf Course on May 30th. Volunteer Robin Torma; Ken and Bonnie McMillan with Lynn and Beattie Ledingham; Ryan and Sam Sparkes with Colin, Claude and Ashley Oram (Breanne Massey photos); The Kinsmen Club of Windermere and the Lake Windermere & District Lions Club met for a slo-pitch challenge on June 3rd that was forced inside due to rain. The Lions came out ahead, winning the $100 bounty up for grabs with an indoor game of baseball. The service clubs plan to make the challenge an annual event (Renice Oaks photo).
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You can run, but you can’t hide By Rev. David Morton Associate Pastor East Kootenay Lutheran Parrish Death and taxes: two things we long to avoid... but neither of which we can run from or hide. Oh, and reading glasses, that’s one thing I seem to find I am going to need eventually. Yet whether I am referring to a long-time adage or something innocuous as reading glasses, the truth is there are many things in life of a much more serious nature from which we would dearly love to run or hide. The prophet Jonah certainly wanted to escape from God. Jonah wanted to avoid taking the message to those blighters in that nasty foreign city of Nineveh. You may not know the whole story, but you may at least recall part
of it — the part where Jonah is swallowed by a whale, or at least a very big fish. Jonah is a prime example of someone who tried to run in the exact opposite direction that God had commanded him to go. But no matter how far he wanted to run (2,694 miles: off the tip of the Iberian Penninsula), God still brought him back. The fish vomited back onto the shores of Mesopotamia in order for Jonah to go as originally commanded… east to Nineveh (modern day Mosul of Iraq). God called up a storm while Jonah was at sea. God called the sea creature to swallow Jonah and take him back to the correct shore. It took extreme measures to get Jonah to a place of repentance. So Jonah repents and he prays. What is profound is that Jonah didn’t deserve God’s grace, and he certainly hadn’t earned God’s favour. Neither can we curry God’s favour. But when we surrender to the fact that there is nothing, absolutely nothing, we can do to earn God’s love except to recognize that without it we are doomed, He is there. God is immediately there and gives Jonah grace. Christ died on the cross taking the punishment we deserve and gives us grace, truly a gift, towards which we can run, and a gift we can embrace.
A win for the valley’s food bank As a result of winning a 2015 BCYCNA Ma Murray Community Newspaper Awards for his photo “Toby Creek Enchantment” that placed first in the Colour Feature Photo: Under 25,000 category, former Pioneer reporter Dan Walton was awarded $500 by TD Canada Trust to donate to the cause of his choice. “It was a no-brainer to pick the Columbia Valley Food Bank,” said Dan, who is pictured with Penticton branch customer service manager Lana Boyd (left) and branch manager Doug Anderson (right). Photo submitted . . . ‘Help’ from page 10 It is the dedication of volunteers who make themselves available to do these things. The scenario on May 30th was very similar to one that took place in Calgary that same weekend with a professional paid response with jet boats and lots of personnel. Search and Rescue in British Columbia trains to the same levels and standards, sometimes higher, than professional organizations, but it is difficult for us to respond to places like Skookumchuck or the backcountry with enough properly trained people in a timely fashion. We do our best, but we need your support through volunteering or donating so that we can safely send rescuers into our rivers, onto our glaciers and down our cliffs. All ages, experiences, and walks of life are welcome. We will find a role that suits you and your abilities. Visit www.columbiavalley.vr-sar.org or email info@columbiavalley.vr-sar.org.
LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, June 14th, 10:30 a.m. Rebekah Hagan sharing her experiences while serving in Thailand for eight months with the “Onsite” program through Ambrose University. 7 p.m.” Sing & Celebrate” at LWAC. You are welcome to join us for an evening of singing the great hymns of the faith; food; and fellowship! Pastor Trevor Hagan ministering Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED Bacon, Friends & Faith, 9:30 a.m. (Sept.-June) Worship every Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m.: All Saint’s, Edgewater 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m.: June - October at St. Peter’s Windermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10 a.m.: Worship and Word Kids’ Church provided. Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: at St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats. Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.: at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere. Sunday, 11 a.m.: at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium. Father Gabriel • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 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. David Morton • 250-417-5017 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m. President 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: #19, 19th Avenue South Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 2L9 Please include: Your name and address for tax receipt Name of the person being remembered Name and address to send card to
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June 20th at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ski Area from 4 - 8pm After Party from 8-11pm
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