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Invermere council gives support to mayor in deer cull lawsuit insurance fallout By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com Invermere councillors opted to give a letter of support to Mayor Gerry Taft in his efforts to get municipal insurance extended to cover costs stemming from his legal battle with deer cull opponent Devin Kazakoff. The three council members present in the room voted unanimously on the measure, during the Tuesday, September 12th meeting, and the official letter from the District of Invermere will join a similar one from the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK), both of which Mr. Taft will use in his application to the Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia (MIABC) to have the district’s liability insurance cover some of the more than $100,000 in legal bills that he has accrued as a result of successfully being sued by Mr. Kazakoff earlier this year, for incorrectly referring to Mr. Kazakoff as a “convicted felon” in an online comment. The decision came after a heartfelt plea on Mr. Taft’s behalf from his sister Shari Taft at the meeting, outlining the precarious financial situation her brother is now in. Mr. Taft had left the room during discussion on the matter due to the conflict of interest, as had councillor Justin Atterbury, who is currently employing Mr. Taft. “Gerry has already paid $35,000 in legal fees for the initial trial, and $30,000 on legal opinions for an appeal (in addition to the $75,000 the judge in the case ordered Mr. Taft to pay Mr. Kazakoff). Of these costs, the District of Invermere has contributed zero, despite the lawsuit only coming to fruition because of Gerry’s position as mayor of Invermere. I find it disappointing that after 15 years of service to this community, my brother is now being pushed to the brink of bankruptcy over a comment that he made,” Ms. Taft told council. She continued that most councillors, including her brother, knew that by stepping forward to be on council they would be put under constant scrutiny, even outside the
district’s office building and outside their roles as council members. “But I bet you felt like it would be worthwhile. That your dedication to this town would be appreciated, and that if push ever came to shove, the district of Invermere would reciprocate your loyalty, and would back you up, even on the work you do from outside this building, and on your own time,” she added. “I bet you never would have thought that an already thankless 24/7 job may someday result in a lien against your home. Well neither did my brother, and yet that is exactly where he is at today.” The three council members left in the room each went to pains to outline that they felt Mr. Taft had made a significant mistake, but that they also felt the lawsuit and its result were at least partly due to Mr. Taft’s position as mayor and his role as council’s main spokesperson on the deer cull issue (the MIABC, in its reasons for initially declining insurance coverage in the case had said Mr. Taft had made the comment via his personal Facebook page, and that he had been in his home when he did so). The three each also emphasized repeatedly that they had gone through legal consultation on the issue and had determined that writing the letter of support would not have any financial repercussions whatsoever for Invermere taxpayers. “We’ve batted this around the council table. It’s caused friction. It’s caused uncertainty. We’ve had to reach out for legal advice — extensive legal advice. What he (Mr. Taft) said was inappropriate, there’s no question. It shouldn’t have been said. But I certainly agree that sometimes you can make a mistake. And this one was done electronically, so it was there for the whole world to see for a long time after,” said councillor Al Miller. “Although I disagree with how Gerry handled this, I also disagree that it should result in a lien on his house.” “It’s definitely a sensitive issue. Gerry, as mayor, is our voice, and he definitely made a mistake,” said councillor Paul Denchuk. “But we did ask Gerry to speak for us to the media and reporters on the deer cull. I’m okay with the letter, but I’m not taking Continued on page 30 . . .
Slowing down through Westside Park
By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com
A Westside Park family is pushing Invermere council to do something about speeding traffic in their neighbourhood. Selena Garies wrote a letter to council, detailing the ongoing issue of vehicles ripping down 13th Avenue right by the Westside Park playground, imploring the district to do something about the issue before an accident occurs. Then Brendan and Bob Garies attended the Tuesday, September 12th council meeting to follow up and outline their concerns in person. “We bought (in Westside Park) last August and we didn’t notice too many speeders in the fall, winter or spring, but this summer it’s been bad. It’s been a big increase. I’m not talking about people doing 40 (kilometres per hour) or 50, I’m talking about people doing 80 or 90. I’ve seen people passing on a double sold line right outside our house,” said Brendan, pointing out that the posted speed
limit is 30 kilometres per hour. “There are some tourists, yes, but there are also a lot of blue plates (B.C. licence plates). It’s a lot of locals too.” Brendan added that there is a fence along the park facing the road, but pointed out, “it’s not a complete fence. There are gaps, and it really wouldn’t take much for a local kid to run out there.” Invermere chief administrative officer Chris Prosser chimed in that the district occasionally downloads data from the radar-equipped flashing sign in the area that lets northbound drivers know how fast they are going, and that “speeds in that stretch of road have been shocking.” During an RCMP update to Invermere council earlier this year, Columbia Valley RCMP Sergeant Bob Vatamaniuck had told council that one vehicle had been recorded going 120 kilometres per hour in that particular 30 kilometres per hour zone. Council members discussed at length which options would best help reduce Continued on page 32 . . .
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The Radium Classic Car show was a major event in the Valley last weekend but only a very small fraction of our calls were directly related to those attending the show. Thank you to everyone who respected the community and facilitated a very safe and successful weekend. Another big “Cheers” to everyone that contributed to the “Cram the Cruiser” Food Bank collection. Your generosity is greatly appreciated! This past week Columbia Valley RCMP responded to about 80 calls for service; last year the number hovered around 70. The following is a small sample of those calls: • Witnesses reported to police that during the morning of Monday, September 11th, a truck was passing buses with lights flashing and passing the crossing guard that was standing in the marked crosswalk holding an extended stop sign near Eileen Madsen Primary School. Over the last week we received a few similar complaints surrounding other drivers passing school buses as well. This a great time to remind everyone that when a school bus has its red flashing lights engaged and especially coupled with the Stop sign extended and lit up, you must stop in both directions and never pass the school bus. It means there are kids getting on and off the bus and they are excited to get into the school or get home and may not be thinking about any vehicles driving past. It is your responsibility to stop so these tykes can be safe. Failure to do so could result in a $368 fine and 3 points. • On Tuesday, September 12th at about 7 a.m., RCMP were dispatched to a single motor vehicle collision involving a car and an elk near Edgewater. Emergency Health Services (EHS) had contacted police to advise that they were en route to the collision and requested police attendance. RCMP arrived on scene as EHS and fire were already on scene. The driver stated that he was driving southbound from Spillimacheen on Hwy 95 when an elk ran out onto the road. Although he tried to speed up to get past the animal and avoid the collision, the elk actually hit him on his front passenger side. As a result of the impact, the driver, and only occupant, sustained lacerations and a sprained wrist. The green Chrysler 300 sustained extensive damage to the front passenger side and the windshield was broken and smashed in. The elk did not survive. • Later that morning of Tuesday, September 12th, RCMP received a complaint of an intoxicated woman that was attempting to leave the Canadian Tire with her vehicle. The report indicated that there was an extremely intoxicated female causing issues at the store as she was trying to get her vehicle back after some repairs. RCMP immediately attended and found the woman who was slurring her speech along with some other indicators that she had too much to drink. The woman first believed the
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RV Resort rejected in Canal Flats The vocal opposition got their way when Canal Flats Council defeated an RV resort property proposal last week. The council chambers were packed for the last meeting, Monday, September 11th, where council was scheduled to decide the fate of the project. Mayor Ute Juras cited the controversial proposal’s effect, stating, “The thing I can’t ignore is the overwhelming opposition to this. I would be afraid of what would happen if this passes regarding the division of this village.” She did say that after giving consideration to the pros and cons of the development, and acknowledging the money would help the village, she questioned the location of the RV resort and single-family home development, proposed by Benny Boyz Ventures Ltd. “It could be a good development somewhere in the village, but I ultimately question that location,” Ms. Juras stated.
Councillors Paul Marcil and Marie Delorme spoke at length for reasons in favour of the development. “Is this project needed in this community? I would give it a resounding yes,” said Ms. Delorme. However, she also expressed some reservations, including the location for the development and lack of solid answers by provincial government officials regarding some questions raised by her and others in the community, especially in regards to how new projects may affect the bighorn sheep population. Mr. Marcil remarked that management would want a return on their “substantial development” costs, so would run a tight ship at the seasonal-use lease property project, and he pointed to the need for economic growth in the village. “Businesses need customers, pure and simple,” he remarked, concluding by listing the financial incentives he added up for the village should the project move forward. Councillor Karl Sterzer spoke off the cuff, citing he
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“If you take something out of a landfill and keep it running you’re not buying a new one which means you’re saving the carbon footprint from the manufacture from that new device,” said Mr. McIntosh. For many of the volunteers with Maker Space, their years of experience come from both professional work and general interest, giving them knowledge and background to find the solution you need. “It’s not any specific course education, it’s just kinda the school of hard knocks,” said Mr. McIntosh. Mr. McIntosh expects many of the repairs they’ll be making will be adding new power cords, adding new plug ends, or even just cleaning. “I don’t like having anyone going away disappointed, everyone will be going away with either ‘you know the tea kettle’s fixed’, or ‘there’s the guy that can help you fix it and get the right parts’,” said Mr. McIntosh. While the group is still fundraising for a space to call home, the society is looking for more volunteers to get involved in the collaborative workspace movement. “It’s a lot more than some guys in Invermere. There’s a lot of talent in the whole Columbia Valley and we find that there’s like minded groups in Nelson and Revelstoke and there is a drive to bring all these groups together to create a big high tech kind of Kootenays innovation area,” said Mr. McIntosh. To learn more about the Columbia Valley Maker Space Society or for more information on the Repair Cafe visit http://www.cvmakerspace.ca/.
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PERSPECTIVE
Respect for the political process By Dean Midyette dean@columbiavalleypioneer.com
Last week I took the opportunity to attend two evening meetings in Canal Flats, a regular council meeting and an economic development meeting. At issue at the regular council meeting was whether a rezoning application would be approved. The Canal Flats council needs to be commended as they did exactly what they were elected to do which is to study in detail the pros and cons of the proposal and render an informed decision. This statement would be true regardless of the outcome of the vote. One comment made during the bylaw discussion was that the community was divided. I strongly disagree. What I saw during both meetings were residents who are engaged and passionate about the future of their community. You don’t get over 20% of the population in a municipality showing up for a public hearing if people don’t care. Canal Flats is a place where neighbours look out for each other. It’s a place where people greet each other by name and clear the driveway next door after a heavy snowfall. When a family falls on hard times the people of Canal Flats rally to help, lending their support and assistance however they can. There may be small disagreements but as a community they are unified in their values. Divided they are not. There will be some challenges ahead as the village transitions from a mill town to a more diverse economy. There will be differences of opinion on the direction that should be taken and the vision for the community. It’s OK to disagree, remembering that respectful conversations between residents will result in a unified path forward with the goal being the attraction of new families as well as welcoming new businesses and investors. The most important asset that Canal Flats has is not the arena, nor the only public boat launch on Columbia Lake. It’s the people, and my family and I are proud to call Canal Flats home.
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The Concentrated nitrogen cure Dear Editor: Hawkweeds, docks, thistles, Knapweed, comfrey gone wild and, no doubt, others that I have not treated, are generally unwelcome in most rural as well as urban yards and gardens. But they sure have proven to be difficult to say farewell to without applications of various herbicides. However, starting a few years ago, a chain of events led me to applying non-toxic, concentrated nitrogen, called UREA, or 46-0-0. We are all aware that mammal’s bodies produce urea in the form of an organic compound in urine as well as in blood and lymph. But it is the synthetic organic compound that I speak to here. I buy it for less than $10 for ten pounds. It comes as dry, white pellets about 2 1/2 mm in diameter which makes it easy to use. Depending on the plant, or plants, I either use a good pinch of pellets on the whorl of the emerging plant, or, if the plant is mature, a good pinch of
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pellets in the cavities made where the leaves emerge from the stem. Frequently one finds a cluster of plants, so I use a flexible plastic cup which I squeeze into a spout so I can drizzle the pellets where I want them. If the wind or rain disturbs your pellet treatment, you may need to reapply. Very shortly you will see browning, drooping and then the dead plant(s). I have very successfully eradicated pretty large clusters, or just a plant, of all those mentioned, in the past three years. However, before I went public, I needed to see what would naturally emerge in the future from the previously treated, now empty, brown spot. Without fail the local indigenous wild flora came back - grass, clover, selfheal, plantain and dandelions, all with really good colour as now they were growing up through the newly diluted, nitrogen enriched, soil that was treated last season - tada! Rowena Eloise Argenta
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Good soil and the ecoystem Fresh old ideas By Arnold Malone Pioneer Columnist Last month (Pioneer, August 31st), I wrote about soils indicating that, along with water, it is our only source of food. This column reflects on the much too little understood relationship between good soil and the ecosystem. A shear rock cliff in the Rocky Mountains has virtually no impact on the world’s ecosystem. Poor soil has a low effect on the ecosystems and high quality soil has a high impact. We pay a lot of attention to the rain forest in Brazil but good soil balances the ecosystem in much the same way as rain forests. The bold headings, along with a few descriptive words, underscore the importance of that aspect on the world’s ecosystem. These categories would be one or more chapters in a first year soils class and any one highlighted concept could be a lifetime of discipline for a soils PhD graduate. Soil as a regulator of water: Surface water - even polluted water is purified when passed through soil. Most of our lakes, rivers and oceans would have long ago been so polluted that they would be a health hazard if it were not for the purification of water by the filtering characteristics of soil. Also, soil is like a sponge; it absorbs and stores water. Houston, Texas area was once a grass prairie. It would have absorbed a lot of water even though it could not have absorbed all 40 inches that was delivered by hurricane Harvey but since the city is a massive area covered with cement and pavement the soil absorbed very little. Soil as a modifier of the atmosphere: Soil interacts with the earth blanket of air. Soil breathes in and out. Methane and oxygen and other gasses are absorbed in soil. Gas exchange between soil and the atmosphere have a significant influence on global warming.
Soil as a home for organisms: A handful of soil is a home to billions of organisms of thousands of species. The worms, mites and bugs are able to be seen but billions of bacteria require microscopic enlargement. These organisms are essential for breaking down plant matter and creating humus to enrich soil. Good soil is important for high water quality and atmospheric quality and each of the three relates with the others. Soil recycles raw materials: If it were not for soil the earth would now be piled metres high with plant and animal waste. It is the activity of both the macro and microorganisms in soil that break down the debris in forest floors, rangelands and prairies of the world. Soil has a huge capacity to break down organic matter and turn it into humus. It also absorbs and exchanges gasses, an important requirement in managing global warming. These are but a few categories of soil science – there are a number of others – but they allow some insight into the importance of soil. Because we walk on soil we tend to think that soil is beneath us. In truth, soil is an essential part of the world’s ecosystem and it does much of the same cleansing and recycling work that the rainforests do. Good soil helps with preserving clean air and water. In North America most jurisdictions have little to no restrictions on the use of soil. In most places soil is treated as a commodity to be bought and sold rather than a resource. In Canada, only British Columbia and Prince Edward Island have provincial laws that regulate how land is to be used. The city of Edmonton is developing over some of the world’s deepest black soil by growing north and south. They could grow east or west on lower class soils. What an irresponsible action and one that cannot be reversed. Arnold Malone served as MP for Alberta’s Battle River and Crowfoot ridings from 1974 through 1993. He retired to Invermere in 2007.
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Radium Council addresses transportation concerns By Nikki Fredrikson nikki@columbiavalleypioneer.com As the Village of Radium Council prepares to head to the annual Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) conference, the mayor and council met to discuss local issues, some of which they will bring to ministers’ attention at UBCM. Mayor Clara Reinhardt and chief approving officer Mark Read brought forward their meeting with the Ministry of Transportation where they talked about traffic mitigation within the village. Mayor and council discussed the items Ms. Reinhardt and Mr. Read brought forward as concerns to the ministry including the four-way stop, Mile hill (the highway south of village limits) repairs, and a request for a change of speed along the highway. “What we’re asking for is better traffic management,” said Ms. Reinhardt. While the four-way stop was the hot topic of discussion amongst council, Ms. Reinhardt said nothing can happen until we have a government. Councillor Mike Gray asked if the possibility of having the four-way stop removed and replaced with a traffic circle was discussed at the meeting. Ms. Reinhardt countered with ‘it’s something staff see as the best option.’ However, no formal plans have been made to construct a traffic circle in Radium. Mayor and council will have another opportunity at UBCM to meet with the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Claire Trevena.
Another item that brought much discussion to council’s regular meeting on Wednesday, September 13th was the suggestion to implement smoke-free regulations. Council was presented with the idea during a presentation at the July 19th council meeting given by Kootenay Smoke-Free Coalition. Council revisited the idea of incorporating smoke-free regulations within the community. Councillor Tyler McCauley suggested the village put up signs at the community playgrounds to have those spaces be smoke-free. Mr. Read suggested he could draft up a bylaw for no smoking at the playgrounds. Ms. Reinhardt then asked ‘are we really thinking this through?’ “I’m not fond of bylaws for the sake of bylaws,” said Ms. Reinhardt. Councillor Ron Verboom, adding to the discussion, said, ‘If it’s a bylaw we’re going to have to enforce it.’ Councillor Mike Gray, spoke in favour of making a no-smoking bylaw for playground areas stating, “I think there’s no point putting up a sign without the ability to do something.” After much discussion, Mr. McCauley made the motion for staff to look at making signs for playgrounds without a bylaw attached to it. Council then moved onto adopting Bylaw No. 436, the Open Burning bylaw as well as adopting Bylaw No. 430, Fire Services bylaw. They then completed first, second, and third readings of the Noise Bylaw No. 437 which they will look to adopt at the next council meeting on Wednesday, October 11th.
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Wayfaring couple passes through the Valley By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com The oft-used quote by LaoTzu states the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. It seems Fumuaki Kodama has taken that quote to heart. He has traveled the globe, always as simply as putting one step in front of the other. For Fumuaki, walking is a way of life. His first major undertaking was 2,500 kilometres through Western Europe, followed soon after by South America, New Zealand, and Australia. When he decided to tackle the journey through his home country of Japan, he met Ayumi. The two fell in love and Ayumi, who had loyally worked at the same company for 17 years, quit her job, packed her backpack and joined Fumuaki on his grand adventure. The two ended their Japanese trek in Fumuaki’s hometown, where they got married before walking 700 kilometres of Taiwan together. Now, the wayfaring couple is traversing Canada. Their general route is along the TransCanada trail, aiming to reach Winnipeg before winter where they plan to fly to South America to walk out the cold-Canada winter months before continuing through Canada next spring. Fumuaki and Ayumi set off from Victoria four months ago, winding their way through the province. They passed through the Columbia Valley last week, taking about a week to go from Skookumchuk to Radium, including a couple rest days along the way. While language barriers made an in-depth interview challenging, the Pioneer was able to catch up with
Ayumi and Fumuaki Kodama passed through the Valley on a walking trek across Canada. Photo by Lorene Keitch the couple as they walked their way into Radium Hot Springs and discover more about this interesting couple and their journey. When asked what they have seen of note so far, Ayumi said she likes looking at the houses, the scenery and the variety of bugs along the way. Fumuaki loves the people they come across. Their only rule crossing Canada is to go by foot. They have occasionally taken a ride to pick up groceries, but get dropped off where they left off to continue on foot, with blisters to show for the effort. They have met many kind and helpful people along the way, including a man in Fairmont Hot Springs who gave them a bundle of food good for hiking, others who have carried their bags for them to meet-up points. In the Fraser Valley, a local sports storeowner gave them a sturdy food bag to hang from a tree while camping to help pre-
vent bear-attracting smells. A campground owner gave them free accommodations another night. So far, they’ve seen seven bears and admit the first time was very scary. They’ve also had chance encounters with hikers as they tried to bathe, officers who redirected them on a closed-off route, a dental emergency that rerouted them temporarily back to Vancouver, and a scenery-filled journey each step of the way. Some lost-in-translation moments so far have included buying what they thought was jam, but turned into small packets of honey mustard. “It’s weird,” Fumuaki said of their new sandwich spread. Ayumi explained in halting English they chose Canada for their estimated two-year journey because it is a safe, English-speaking country. The Kodamas say their impressions of Canada so far are good. “Canada is so big,” exclaims Ayumi. “Nature is so wide and huge.” Their impressions of the Valley were positive, citing the “gorgeous” hot springs they enjoyed in Fairmont and the “beautiful lake” in Invermere. The couple, in good spirits after a full morning of walking alongside the highway, were pleased to be in Radium, where they planned to spend a short time enjoying the car show and resting before making their way to Banff. Fumuaki has a blog for their journey, which shows his 21,400 kilometres walked around the world in 20 years. To follow the couple’s journey, including a link to some home videos of the trip, see https://arukibito.fumi. wordpress.com.
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Coats for Families FAMILY DYNAMIX IS ACCEPTING DONATIONS OF WINTER WEAR FOR PEOPLE IN NEED If you have clean winter coats, boots, hats, gloves, and children’s snow suits in good repair, or if you would like to purchase a new article and donate it we will happily accept them. We will pass them on. All sizes are needed.
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NOTICE OF TAX SALE Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale by public auction to be held at the Council Chambers, District of Invermere, 914- 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. on Monday September 25, 2017 at 10 a.m. local time unless the delinquent taxes plus interest are sooner paid. FOLIO NUMBER
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Groundswell’s current board members, Dale Wilker, Anthony Gibson, Tara Whittick and Peter Bourke along with former Education and Events Coordinator, Alison Candy and then Director of Enterprise and Partnerships, Bill Swan. Submitted photo
Transitions at Invermere’s Groundswell Network Society By Tara Whittick Groundswell Network Society “It’s been a great past 5 years here at Groundswell Network Society,” reflects Bill Swan. Bill stepped out of his executive director role this spring to focus his time on other projects he has underway, both here in B.C. and further afield. Really, it’s been a 17 year affiliation for Bill that has evolved from the Columbia Valley Botanical Gardens to Groundswell and its activities as an award-winning inspiration and agent of change focused on community development across economic, environmental and social fields. Food, water, energy, waste and climate – these are what we often refer to at Groundswell as the ‘big five’ important fields for our communities and in fact the whole planet as we address a future filled with challenges but also with tremendous opportunities for innovation and building resilience. “Bill has lead us through some fantastic and impactful projects in all of these areas over the past many years and on behalf of the Groundswell Board we would like to sincerely thank him for his dedication, optimism and passion in the delivery of his work,” says Dale Wilker, Board Chair. Bill was our Project Lead throughout the many stages of developing the Community Greenhouse from feasibility, design, construction and eventual multiyear pilot of programs and activities. “The Community Greenhouse was a large project of which I am of course very proud. But it was a massive team effort with former executive director David Zehnder, Joanne Bragg, Alison Bell and Dale Wilker also on the project development team - we had a lot of fun, overcame
many challenges, enjoyed successes and our energy and passion for the project was immense,” Mr. Swan noted. Bill also noted the people and the purpose of Groundswell as an organization, “the many great people who have led and contributed with their astounding range of talents. Alison Candy as education coordinator and my children who spent hundreds of hours there are foremost in my mind and I think also of all the past board members, project leaders, seasonal staff and summer interns – it is their contributions that have grown Groundswell as an organization and place that ultimately builds hope and develops applied skills people can make positive contributions with in the world.” The story of how the ‘Groundswell Campus’ the Community Greenhouse and Permaculture Garden, is portrayed on posters on the walls at the Community Greenhouse entrance. “It is the response of the community I’d personally like to acknowledge and thank again though,” Mr. Swan reflected – “from the volunteers, businesses and diversity of funders that contributed so much time and resources to the Groundswell Campus, the organization and its programs, it really is incredible. Your involvement has directly contributed to the many thousands of visitors and enquiries that have come from all around the world.” We’re excited to announce this process is ongoing too! This fall Groundswell will reflect on its mission and future goals and we’ll ask community members, stakeholders and supporters for their input. Bill will assist in this transition as others take the reins so stay tuned for the announcement of opportunities to contribute.
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Farmer Pickles, aka Sam Gaspar, is one of the colourful characters in a trilogy of movies by local filmakers. The first part of the series debuts tonight at the D.T.S.S. theatre. Come check out part one of the series; doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more, see page 14.
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Blues guitarist set to take Radium by storm By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com
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Valley residents with a taste for the blues are in for a treat when Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee Michael Charles rolls into Radium early next week. The Australian-born, Chicago-based guitar slinger will be here as part of his 2017 All I Really Need to Know tour, and in a time when virtually all musicians describe themselves as ‘genre-busting’ or an ‘eclectic mix’, Mr. Charles will offer up something refreshingly straightforward — a pure, unadulterated blast of the blues. Mr. Charles will be blowing into small towns, such as Radium, and big venues alike on the tour, something he purposefully directs his management to arrange. “I love to just hit everywhere and mix it up — big shows on big stages and small, intimate shows. It shakes things up and keeps it different,” he told the Pioneer. “And to be honest some of the smaller venues through the years have been my favourite. You’re sitting two feet (less than one metre) from the audience. You mingle with them after the show. It creates a whole different energy and it’s great.” He grew up in Melbourne with his dad’s guitar lying around the house and music on the radio all the time, quickly learning how to play himself, and landing his first professional gig when he was just seven or eight years old. “I learned the blues without realizing I was learning the blues,” said Mr. Charles, adding he was hooked first on classic rock. “You were fed off the radio in those days. There was no social media, no cellphones. When you listened to music, it was what was on the radio. So it was the Beatles, Elvis, Eric Clapton. That’s what I listened to, and that’s what I played. “And it was rock, but when you look at where those
sounds all come from, it was from the blues. Those artists influenced me, and the blues influenced them,” he said. Mr. Charles built a reputation as a blues musician in Australia, but then, in the 1990s his career took an unexpected twist when he was invited to Chicago by legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy. “There’s nothing to think about. It’s Buddy Guy. You go,” said Mr. Charles. “So I met my hero, and ended up playing with him and other Chicago blues legends for about two weeks. Then I went back to Australia, sat down and had a think. I realized I’d had a good career up until that point, but that it had gone just about as far as I could push it in Australia. So I went back to Chicago for a sixmonth stay. Well that became one year. Then two years. Now it’s been 28 going on 29 years. It wasn’t planned. I just kind of went with the flow.” Through much of those years, Mr. Charles has toured extensively, frequently looping up in Canada, and says he’s always eager to go places he has yet to see, such as the Valley. “Chicago’s definitely my home now, but my second home is the road. Every day is different, you’re always meeting new people, it’s kind of the musician lifestyle. The two (being a musician and being on the road) go hand-inhand,” he said. The Radium show promises to be a good one, with free admission and a performer ready to dish out all the crowd wants and more. “It’s (playing the blues) passion for me. If the audience is into what I’m doing, I tend to keep playing until they kick me off the stage. I get to point where they are flicking the lights at me, in a not so-subtle hint to wrap up,” said Mr. Charles. The show will be at the Horsethief Creek Pub and Eatery on Monday, September 25th at 7 p.m.
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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. Thursday, September 21st • 10:30 a.m.: Stretch and Move Classes for Seniors with instructor Jenette St. Jean at Invermere Seniors Hall. Cost $1, every Thursday. • 1:30 p.m.: Rune Barck Memorial 18 Hole Ironman Charity Golf Tournament at Windermere Valley Golf Course. $99 per person, enter your team of 4 players at 250-342-3004. • 5 - 6 p.m.: Wine tasting in the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort lobby every Thursday. $15/person or $25 for two. • 5 - 7 p.m.: Free Event for Youth aged 12-18 at Fairmont Pizza and Ice Cream in Fairmont Hot Springs with Angela Miller, coordinator of the Columbia Valley Youth Network. • 6:30 p.m.: Part 1 of the West of Sanity Trilogy, Oakely Doakely, Movie Premiere at the DTSS Theatre. Admission by donation. Suggested rating: 14A. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., film starts at 7 p.m. Part 2, Unchained Bandits, on Friday September 22nd, Part 3, The White Reaper, on Saturday September 23rd.
your broken item and they will fix it - for free! Plus free coffee and treats. Visit www.cvmakerspace.ca for details. • 6:30 p.m.: Part 3 of the West of Sanity Trilogy, The White Reaper, Movie Premiere at the DTSS Theatre. Admission by donation. Suggested rating: 14A. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film starts at 7 p.m. • 6:30 p.m.: Meat Draw and 50/50 at Branch 71 Legion in Invermere. Every Saturday. • 7 - 10 p.m.: Local Live Music at Elements at Copper Point Resort with Dos Equis. Call for reservations 250341-4002.
Sunday, September 24th • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Windermere Elementary School Carnival fundraiser with games, obstacle courses, magic and more! Everyone welcome and entry is $5 per adult and $3 per child aged 5 and up. All proceeds go towards academic enrichment. • 1 p.m.: Golfing for GALS, the 4th Annual Friends Helping Furry Friends Golf Tourney at Spur Valley Greens. A 9 Hole Scramble with BBQ Steak Dinner, music by L8 and great prizes for only $75. To register contact Aaron at 250-688-1511 or aaron.sarson@ gmail.com. • 4 - 8 p.m.: Celebrate Wilmer! Family fun and potluck at Wilmer Hall. Bring a dish to share with 10 people. See Wilmer Community Club FB page for details.
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Saturday, September 23rd • Mixed Open Golf Charity Tournament at Mountainside Golf Course in Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. A fundraiser for STARS. Registration $100 per person and includes golf, dinner, dance with silent auction plus prizes for best-dressed and early bird if your team of two registered before Sept. 15th. Email Jeremy Johnson at jjohnson@fhsr.com to register. • Panorama Gourmet BBQ Championship - the Panorama culinary crew is divided into teams and battles it out over the grills. Plentiful helpings of classic sides, salads, and gourmet treats served alongside. Tickets are $55 for youth and adults and $35 for kids 12 & under. • Columbia Valley Rockies Hockey fundraiser at Copper Point Golf Club. Entry $100 includes golf round, cart, tee-shirt, dinner and more. Call Copper Point Golf Pro Shop to register, 250-341-3392. • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Celebrating Our Water: Paddling the Columbia on BC Rivers Day. Canoes, kayaks and SUPs welcome! Please meet at the Athalmer Bridge. Hosted by Living Lakes Canada and Wildsight. • 1 - 6 p.m.: Columbia Valley Makerspace Society presents a Repair Cafe at the Invermere Legion. Bring
• 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Curling Centre. • 5 - 7 p.m.: Free Event for Youth aged 12-18 at Edgewater Community Hall with Angela Miller, coordinator of the Columbia Valley Youth Network. • 7:30 p.m.: Wildsight presents Adventurer Jon Turk: Talking with Animals at the Wilmer Community Hall. Hear stories and see photographs from his decades of wandering the globe as he delves into the mystery of interspecies communication. Admission by donation. See wildsight.ca/jonturk.
Thursday, September 28th • 2 p.m.: Seniors Tea at the Invermere Library the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Tea and a light snack is provided over friendly conversation. If you would like to attend but do not have transportation, please contact the library at 250-342-6416. • 6:30 - 8 p.m.: The New Invermere Public Library presents Author Visit with Lee Reid from Nelson, BC. Lee will share vibrant stories and a colorful slideshow based on her new book. Call 250-342-6416 or email publiclibrary@invermere.net for more details. • 7:30 p.m.: Autumn Tones with a trio of talented Kootenay-based musicians: Martine denBok, violin/ viola; Nicola Everton, clarinet; and Sue Gould, piano. At Christ Church Trinity. Admission by donation at the door.
Friday, September 29th
Friday, September 22nd • 4 p.m.: Columbia Basin Trust AGM at Salmo Valley Youth & Community Centre, 206-7th St., Salmo, B.C. • 6:30 p.m.: Part 2 of the West of Sanity Trilogy, Unchained Bandits, Movie Premiere at the DTSS Theatre. Admission by donation. Suggested rating: 14A. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film starts at 7 p.m. Part 3, The White Reaper, on Saturday September 23rd. • 7 p.m.: Brett Wildeman brings his raw folk repertoire to Strand’s Old House Restaurant.
Wednesday, September 27th
Cell: 250•341•1395 Toll Free: 1•888•258•9911 Monday, September 25th • 7 p.m.: Fairmont and District Lions Club meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. • 5 - 7 p.m.: Free Event for Youth aged 12-18 at Invermere Skateboard Park with Angela Miller, coordinator of the Columbia Valley Youth Network. • 7 p.m.: Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee Michael Charles performs at the Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery in Radium. No cover.
Tuesday, September 26th • Toonie Tuesdays by Crazy Soles; this year’s series sponsored by Kicking Horse Coffee and A&W. Each Toonie Ride is organized by a different business at a different location. $2 entry, must be member of the CVCS. Prizes and BBQ post ride. This Tuesday organized by: Bicycle Works; location: Mt. Swansea. • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Coffee Break at Women’s Resource Centre in Invermere. Free muffins, coffee and tea. The last Tuesday of every month. • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: NAPA is hosting a Customer Appreciation Day and Tool Event at 150 Industrial Road #2 in Invermere. BBQ, door prizes and more! • 1 p.m.: Drop by Selkirk Cellular to help celebrate employee Barb Vinson’s 20th anniversary. • 10 p.m.: Karaoke at the Farside Pub in Fairmont every Tuesday night.
• 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.: The New Invermere Public Library presents Author Visit with Lee Reid from Nelson, BC. Lee will have heartwarming stories to share about Kootenay Seniors that will nourish your personal journey with aging. Call 250-342-6416 or email publiclibrary@ invermere.net for more details. • 12 p.m.: Seniors Soup Lunch at the Edgewater Legion. $6. Last Friday of each month. Soup, bun, dessert and coffee. Hosted by Edgewater Seniors Club. • 6:30 p.m.: Invermere Judo Club celebrates 50 years with a Dinner at Copper Point Resort. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m., Dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets online at www.invermerejudo. com or call 250-342-0471.
Saturday, September 30th • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Home Hardware Tailgate Party and Craft Sale. • 11 a.m.: Breastfeeding Mamas present The Breastfeeding Challenge at the Invermere Library new location. Latch on at 11 a.m. Call Jennifer Cope at 250-342-5881 for more info. • 7 - 10 p.m.: Local Live Music at Elements at Copper Point Resort with Big Eli B. Call for reservations 250341-4002.
Invermere Library Hours • Tuesday to Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. • Story Time: Thurs. 10:30 a.m. and Sat. 11 a.m. • Drop-in LEGO Club: Saturday 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Radium Hot Springs Library Hours • Tuesday: 6 - 8 p.m. • Wednesday and Thursday: 1 - 4 p.m. • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. • LEGO for all ages: Saturday 10 a.m.
Windermere Valley Museum Hours • Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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League Registration Time! It is league registration time at the Valley Alley bowling Center! Whether you are a seasoned bowler or just looking for a social night out during the winter, there is a league for you. Anyone can join, so get a team together of friends or co-workers(5 people per team) or register as an individual, we always welcome new faces. Leagues begin the week of October 10th and run thru until the end of March. Call 250-342-2695 for more information or to register.
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By Nikki Fredrikson nikki@columbiavalleypioneer.com They’ve spent the last year and a half filming hours of footage, driving from location to location, and developing characters to create their very own copyright free feature film. For Invermere locals, Japhy Hunt, Matty Helmer, and Mike Helmer, their vision of a single western themed feature film blossomed into a trilogy of movies that they’ll debut for the first time tonight (Thursday, September 21st). “The reason we had to film it all at the same time, three films at the same time, is because it’s one big story comprised of three points of view so you can’t really do them separately,” said Mr. Hunt. “A lot of the time the characters are intertwining with each other’s lives.” In total the three movies equal six hours of screen time with the trio having put in countless numbers of
hours into the planning, production, and editing of the films. With each having a hand in filming and acting out 15 plus character roles, the trio is looking forward to presenting their films to the community. “With having to play multiple characters we’ve actually learned to effectively do a bit of body doubling, camera angles that make it work,” said Mr. Hunt. Throughout the films, the audience will be taken to various locations throughout the Columbia Valley including the Toby Benches, Brisco Falls, and Fort Steele that make up the movie’s community of Fort Goldie. They even managed to weave in footage from Scotland, Australia, and Cuba, just to name a few of their international locations. The first movie, titled Oakely Doakely, features Matty Helmer as the up and coming Sheriff of Fort Goldie. The next two films follow different characters. Continued on next page . . .
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. . . ‘Local’ from previous page “The second film is comprised of quirky selfish bandits played by the both of us as well and they kind of just make their way through the crossfire of all the bigger situations that they can’t explain and then the third movie is about a recently hired deputy of Fort Goldie who through a miraculous event assumes the life of a bounty hunter and tries to find the truth in a lot of the secrecy in the Valley,” said Mr. Hunt. Matty Helmer added that while you can watch only one of the films and be entertained, to be fully satisfied by the story – to get the full picture – the viewer should watch all three. “It’s like eating a really really good piece of bread, like a delicious artisan bread. It’s really good on its own but it’s missing something. So the second movie would add some meat and cheese so it adds something to it but it’s still missing
something and so the last part would be the condiments and the other piece of bread and you have a full sandwich and nothing’s missing,” said Mr. Helmer. Sticking with the idea to be completely copyright free, Mr. Hunt and the Helmer brothers decided to create the soundtrack for the film all themselves. “It was made from scratch. We created sounds from different objects to achieve the more eerie themes and then we just combined our instrumental abilities to create the main more musical themes,” said Mr. Hunt. The three-part series of films with a suggested rating of 14 A will be shown in the David Thompson Secondary School Theatre over the course of September 21st to September 23rd. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the movie starting at 7 p.m. Admission for the movies is by donation for the Red Cross, with a portion of the proceeds going to those affected by the B.C. wildfires.
ing in the same role for 20 years has allowed her to build up an extensive knowledge of all things Telus, from mobile phones to internet services. A Valley resident with a knack for She said growing up in the Valley telecommunications is reaching a ma- has certainly made her job easier, since half the people that walk in Selkirk’s jor anniversary next week. Barb Vinson will be marking 20 front door are already familiar faces, years as the Columbia Valley represen- and that the chance to keep meeting tative for Telus next new people is what keeps her at her job. Tuesday, September 26th and Selkirk Cel“It’s the social “She’s loyal, hard working aspect. I really like lular, where Ms. Vinand a calming presence on meeting new people, son works, is inviting busy days.” I just enjoy it,” said Invermere residents Ms. Vinson. “Just the down for a bit of cake Shelli Jennings, and celebration. other day I met a new Selkirk Cellular owner couple, who had just “Barb was born moved to the Valley, and raised in this Valley, and everybody knows her,” said so I was able to tell them all about the Selkirk Cellular owner Shelli Jennings. Valley and kind of welcome them here. “She’s been the face of Telus in the It’s fun.” Ms. Vinson said Telus is a great community for 20 years. A lot of customers come in and want to deal only company to work with, and Selkirk is a with her. She’s loyal, hard working and great company to work for. a calming presence on busy days. We all Ms. Jennings is encouraging people to stop by Selkirk next Tuesday in love her, it’s great to have her.” Ms. Vinson’s stint has seen her the afternoon, any time after 1 p.m. to through two owners, and she says stay- join in the celebration.
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September 21, 2017
YOUR MONEY Canada Pension Plan facts
Many of us know that if we pay into the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) we will get a pension at some point in the future, but many are hard pressed to know much more about the program. Here are some facts about the CPP. Is the CPP sustainable? Perhaps one of the most common questions about the CPP is “will it be there when I need it?” The answer is, “Yes”. Despite millions of baby boomers retiring over the next decade or so, the government’s chief actuary confirmed in 2010 that the CPP is sustainable for the next 75 years. This is largely due to reforms made back in 1998, which increased both the employer and employee contribution rates to the CPP from a combined 5.85 to 9.9 per cent in 2003. How much will I get? There is some confusion around actual benefit amounts. Some people, for example, believe that their benefits depend on their five highest-earning years, or their last five earning years. Others believe that the benefit is the same regardless of how much was paid into the plan. In truth, Service Canada looks at a taxpayer’s entire working life from age 18 until he or she takes their pension. It eliminates up to 7.5 of one’s lowest-earning
years, then bases the CPP benefit on an average of one’s lifetime earnings. A person can also apply to exclude extra low-earning years if he or she was disabled or raising young children. Those who earn the maximum pensionable income each year ($55,300 in 2017) and make the maximum CPP contribution will earn the biggest benefit. Those with incomes lower than $55,300 in 2017 will see their pension decrease proportionately by how much less than the maximum he or she earns over their working years. The maximum CPP benefit in 2017 is $1,114.17.
When should I take CPP benefits? The CPP can be taken as early as age 60, or as late as age 70, but there are penalties for taking it early. Currently, for each month that a person takes CPP before age 65, a penalty of 0.6 per cent per month is applied. In other words, those who turn 60 this year and take the CPP right away will receive 36 per cent less than if they’d waited until age 65. Those who wait until age 70 will receive 42 per cent more, equating to a pension of about $1,582 per month at age 70. The decision of whether or not to take CPP benefits early depends on a number of factors, including one’s retirement date, other sources of income, needs, life expectancy and personal preference. For example, a person who plans on easing into retirement by working part time may
wish to take their CPP early to avoid any lower earning years affecting their payout amounts. On the other hand, if they have a lot of other income, or expect to live until age 90, they might decide to hold off. Do I have to stop working to collect? No, a person can work and collect CPP at the same time. Those who continue working will have to keep paying into CPP until they are at least 65. The good news is, since they are continuing to make contributions to CPP, their pension will increase accordingly. There is a little known anomaly with CPP, however, when a person qualifies for the maximum pension but chooses to work past age 65. Interestingly, that person’s pension benefit is the same whether he or she retires at age 65 and stops contributing, or works until age 70 and contributes extra to the plan. In other words both people who wait until age 70 to collect CPP, whether they work beyond age 65 or not, will receive the same maximum pension at age 70 of $1,582 per month. Final thoughts If you are considering retirement and would like to collect CPP benefits, be sure to apply about 6 months in advance to ensure your documents are processed in a timely fashion. Also be sure to discuss your intentions with your financial advisor, who will be happy to assist you.
Council discusses Pine Ridge development By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com
he sending the emails, adding he feels council should have a more cohesive approach to the development, and perhaps a more conciliatory attitude to the developers.
The Pine Ridge Statesman development came up for discussion during the Invermere council meeting, with councillors hashing out their views “I feel we should be working with quality deon the planned mega-development. velopers rather than trying to distance ourselves The development, which had stalled for severfrom them or putting up roadblocks.” al years but then gathered steam recently, has been attracting attention, with the recent construction of Al Miller, a zipline park, beach volleyball court and pickleball Invermere councillor courts. Invermere mayor Gerry Taft brought the matter up at the Tuesday, September 12th council meeting, “I was frustrated. I feel we should be working pointing out it had been the topic of emails between with quality developers rather than trying to distance councillors in the previous few weeks. ourselves from them or putting up roadblocks,” said Councillor Al Miller piped in that it had been Mr. Miller. “It (the planned development) isn’t an
unachievable pipe dream.” As reported in the August 24th edition of the Pioneer the development aims to include a full-blown recreation centre complete with swimming pool, ice rink, fitness spa and four-storey hotel. The developers plan to build this infrastructure at no cost to Invermere taxpayers, with help from a low-interest government loan. Invermere mayor Gerry Taft had said in the same issue that the development may be “too good to be true.” “People are picking up the pamphlets. If they can pull this off and make it happen, a lot of people would enjoy it,” said Mr. Miller at the meeting, adding it would not only draw more residents and visitors, but would also expand Invermere’s tax base Continued on page 17 . . .
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. . . ‘RV Resort from 5 spent in excess of 150 hours investigating, discussing and reading materials related to the proposal. He praised the process, though, not the personal attacks against Council. “As hard has it has been for everybody, I think it’s been an excellent process,” said Mr. Sterzer. “The fact that this room is full tonight, the fact the two public hearings were nearly full—the first one for sure to capacity—means this town is engaged, that people are all thinking about the future in the village of Canal Flats.” Mr. Sterzer said with a “limited economy,” it is important to consider development in the village, especially given that taxes will need to go up at some point. However, he said at the end of the day, the people elected him and the people came in with a “loud voice” against this project. Councillor Erin Gornik did not speak out at the meeting. In an email response to the Pioneer to elaborate on her vote against the project, Ms. Gornik wrote, “I did not feel this was the right development for our community, nor the right location.” The first bylaw was to change the zoning from A2, which allows for development such as a dog kennel, sanitary landfill site, hostel, sawmill and more, to a zoning that would allow for the RV resort. Councillor Marcel voted in favour, with councillors Delorme, Sterzer, Gornik and mayor Juras voting against. The second bylaw, which would bring
the land in question into the urban containment area, was also defeated, with councillors Marcel and Delorme voting for and the remainder voting against. In a follow-up interview with Ms. Delorme, she explained that it made sense to amend the OCP to include containment of the urban area. “We have very limited land base here, why would you exclude something,” she elaborated on her vote. Following the meeting, Mr. Marcel, the sole councillor to vote in favour of the development, remarked on the vote that democracy ruled the day. “It’s a democracy. You state your position, you place your vote and if you win, you win and if you lose, you lose.” But Mr. Marcel remained optimistic, citing the economic development strategy in place and the projects coming down the line, including the opening of a new gypsum mine in the near future. “There are opportunities available,” Mr. Marcel remarked. “Basically, it’s making Canal Flats an attractive and exciting place to be, to stand out and make it something different. . . that’s what we really have to create here, is jobs, or make it easy to start jobs here.” Barry Benson of Benny Boyz said he has no further plans for the land at this time. “Obviously we’re disappointed, but the Village council has indicated their position, so that’s that,” he stated. “What can you say?”
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. . . ‘Council’ from 16 and create additional jobs. “I certainly don’t want to stop them. My only fear is the bait-andswitch (with the developers selling some lots, but never creating the promised amenities). There are a lot of concrete foundations in this valley with nothing standing on them,” responded councillor Justin Atterbury. “Their presentation (a few years ago) really was not the best, and I don’t see it as being financially feasible. I sometimes get gun shy about major projects because, when they don’t go ahead, the public turns around to us (council) and say ‘you guys said it would go ahead and it didn’t’.” Councillor Paul Denchuk said he didn’t see why it should even be an issue for council. “The zoning is already in place. They can go ahead and do all these things. If they can, I support them. Get digging,” said Mr. Denchuk. “There aren’t any roadblocks at all. This should never cross our table again. Fill your boots.” Mr. Miller replied that he feels the developers are not getting a supportive attitude from council and
are more or less being “shooed out the door.” An audience member in the gallery asked about the effect on Invermere’s infrastructure if the development were to come to complete fruition, and Invermere mayor Gerry Taft responded that “we don’t know. That would depend on things such as the number of hotel units, the size of the pools and the arena. We haven’t seen those kind of details yet.” Mr. Taft added that in the meeting with the developers a few years ago, the developers had in some respects rubbed council the wrong way by telling council members that Invermere’s downtown was lacking, and that they should put a kibosh on the new multi-use centre. He said it came across as “arrogant” but then back-tracked a bit and said perhaps it was more that the developers came across as unaware of or out of step with the town’s downtown revitalization efforts and official community plan. Several councillors suggested it might be a good idea to have the developers come in for another meeting now that the project seems further along.
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September 21, 2017
At 2,653 metres above sea level the Mt. Goldie Summit hike at Panorama Mountain Resort takes you through a variety of ecosystems.
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By Nikki Fredrikson nikki@columbiavalleypioneer.com As I stared up a shale rock covered mountain I questioned why I thought I could do the Mt. Goldie Summit hike at Panorama Mountain Resort. While digging down, hoping I wouldn’t lose my footing and slip back down to the bottom, I looked up at the blue sky and knew the view would be worth it. Meandering my way up the hill with my new-found friends from my hiking group, I knew I could do it. With their encouragement and ridiculous jokes, our laughter drifting down the mountain, we made it to the top together. There was no better feeling in the world than standing at the top of that shale rock and having a panoramic view of the Columbia Valley. While having our lunch at the top, I couldn’t help but get lost in the view and how magnificent this area of British Columbia truly is. Continuing on the hike we began going through yet another terrain of large rocks that seemed out of this world. I can only describe it as walking through an entirely different ecosystem, like I was walking on Mars. As I walked along the ridge of the mountain, views of Goldie Lake came into view. Mirrored by larch trees giving it a gorgeous emerald green colour with the Rocky Mountains set in the background it was like looking at a scene from a postcard. Along the Summit Ridge Walk, there is one section
Goldie Lake a tarn surrounded by Tamaracks picks up hues of colour from the larch trees. high above the treeline where all you can see was peaks of mountains. The experience of standing on top of the mountain with the wind whipping all around you is profoundly humbling. The views will captivate you, making all your worries seem so insignificant and far away. This is the perfect spot to take a walk to clear your mind and reset for another busy work week. Following the section of expansive horizons was my personal favourite part of the hike – a descent down a sandy terrain. This was by far the most fun section of the hike because you literally slid down the hill if you wanted to. It was where my tour group was able to let loose as people wiped out on their decent. Towards the end of the end of the hike, we made our way down a trail in the larch trees that had begun to
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change from green to yellow. Mesmerized by the larch trees I didn’t even realize the clearing we were heading to was the shore of Goldie Lake. Looking across the lake I had a full view of the ridge I had just descended. As I gazed up at the sheer height of the mountain I was filled with a sense of pride that not only had I made it up the shale rock section but I climbed up a mountain. The Panorama Mountain Resort Ridge Walk is an activity I would highly recommend to any visitor or resident of the Valley. There’s something so special about seeing this area from the top of a mountain. Panorama offers three walks: the Goldie Plateau, Goldie Lake, and Mt. Goldie. With something for every experience level, it’s a great day activity to see what the resort has to offer from a different view.
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Show & Shine 2017
The 28th annual Radium Hot Springs Show & Shine took place last weekend at The Springs Golf Course. Hundreds of classic cars converged with thousands of car enthusiasts for the popular annual event. The weekend included live music, market stalls and a cruise to Invermere. Photos by Nikki Fredrikson
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September 21, 2017
Looking back at a summer of lake sampling
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Watershed Wanderings By Thea Rodgers Lake Windermere Ambassadors Summer has finally loosened its grip on the Columbia Valley. I’ve received many questions about how Lake Windermere has been faring with this hot, dry weather – especially in regards to water temperature. As a consequence of being hired as Program Coordinator for the Lake Windermere Ambassadors in June of this year, I missed the opportunity to organize spring sampling, and was only able to capture a portion of the season’s water quality data. As a budding scientist, I find this frustrating. I want to understand as much about the lake as I possibly can, but missing months of data is like missing several chapters from a book that tells the Story of Lake Windermere. Even so, the data we collected in this short sampling season told an interesting story of its own. Temperature readings collected once per week indicated the water never climbed above 23 degrees on even the hottest days in July, and remained below Ministry of Environment guidelines throughout the summer. 23 degrees is still warm by most lake standards. Temperature influences the physical and chemical properties of water; including how much oxygen the water can hold, and the rate that nutrient cycling occurs. If the water warms too much, the normal function of aquatic organisms - such as fish, plants, and bacteria may be compromised. Bodies of water warm up as they become shallower, exposing more of the water column to surface influences of solar radiation and wind. The warmest recorded temperature in Lake Windermere was 25.1 degrees, measured in July 2006. This summer marked the 12th year of data collection on Lake Windermere. What started as a lake monitoring initiative in 2005 on behalf of the Lake Windermere Project has since grown into a full-fledged non-profit organization. The Ambassadors have trained more than 90 citizen science volunteers in water quality monitoring since 2010, thanks to continued support from the Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund, District of Invermere, and RDEK. For a closer look at 2017’s water quality data, a comprehensive report will be released in January. This summer has again shown the lake continues to flow in relatively good health - but not knowing what secrets lay in those “lost chapters” of the spring season, I still wonder what stories that missing data might have told. For better or for worse, I suppose, I’ll just have to wait until next season to finish the story!
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The Lake Windermere Ambassadors held a photo contest as part of Love Your Columbia Day August 26th. The winner of the photo contest was this stunner, titlted Good Night Sweet Lake. The photographer said of her winning picture, “I love this photo as it looks like the cloud is blowing out the sun. It was a magical evening on Lake Windermere. We love our lake!” Lake Windermere Ambassadors received many submissions for the contest, and report it was clear that in looking at all the photos, it shows how much we all truly appreciate Lake Windermere’s natural beauty! Photo by Brenda Stout
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HERE TO SERVE YOU CONCRETE
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• Manufactures & suppliers of quality • Environmentally responsible concrete & gravel products • Steamed aggregate beds for top • Experience, professional operators quality year round concrete supply and the right equipment to get • We stand behind our service, your job done quality and products • Serving the valley for over 30 years
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All products are available at 9120, Hwy 93/95 which is five kilometres north of Tim Hortons
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Jon Turk to present ‘Talking to Animals’ By Nikki Fredrikson nikki@columbiavalleypioneer.com Anyone who has a pet or who has encountered an animal have communicated with that creature on some level. May it be verbal communication or non-verbal, most people have had some interaction with animals. For author, adventurer, and scientist Jon Turk, communicating with animals around the world through his many travels has awakened a way of communication he says has been dormant for two million years. “You communicate with animals and then that awakens a form of communication that was inside of us for two million years and I think it’s a very powerful and very necessary state to be,” said Mr. Turk. In his words, this deep emotional intuitive subconscious way of thinking worked for humans two million years ago but now the human race has developed logic storytelling.
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“We developed language and logic storytelling, creating mythologies and this has been very successful and at the same time leading us onto the brink of some very serious problems,” said Mr. Turk. This communication process he has found with animals connects him to a former way of communication that throughout evolution the human race has lost. Mr. Turk said this way of communicating without words is fundamental for peace and harmony on earth. “By allowing ourselves to be open to this inner way of thinking, way of communicating, we will approach the world from a more blessed and compassionate manner,” said Mr. Turk. Mr. Turk will be presenting his experiences on encounters with wildlife in a talk being hosted by Invermere Wildsight on Wednesday, September 27th at 7:30 p.m. at the Wilmer Community Hall. During his presentation titled “Talking to Animals,” Mr. Turk will address ideas he believes are critical for the human race.
Jon Turk has traveled the world to learn about animals. “I’m trying to get out of Jon Turk’s wonderful travels into a discussion of ideas I think are critical to the survival of our species,” said Mr. Turk. While everyone has a story of communication with animals expect to hear some of Mr. Turk’s interactions with beings across the globe. Admission for this event is by donation and all proceeds will go back to the environmental work in the community.
COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE
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September 21, 2017
The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 25
P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS S OBITUARY S Frank, Joseph
July 18, 1922-September 7, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Frank at the age of 95. He passed away peacefully in Cranbrook, BC surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born in Romania of German decent. He served in WWII, married his wife Christel and they, along with their 2 daughters immigrated to Canada in 1953. After arriving in Canada, they welcomed another daughter and a son to the family. Joe was a dedicated and hard-working husband and father, starting his life in Canada as a farm labourer in Saskatchewan and working his way to the mountains of BC, finishing his career at the Canal Flats sawmill. As an avid fisherman and lover of nature, Joe felt most at home out in the bush with his wife Christel by his side. Much of their retirement was spent driving countless miles searching for firewood while hoping to spot some wildlife. Joe is survived by his wife Christel of 66 years, his children Ute Frank, Marita Szafron (Garry), Marion Egeto (Terry), Jack Frank (Brenda); grandchildren Kelly O’Donnell, Morgan O’Donnell, Brianne Rhodes (Scott), Jameson Frank (Elisa), Amelia Frank, Elyshia Kowalski and 7 beloved great-grandchildren. A special thank you goes out to all the staff of Garden View Village, Kimberley Special Care home and the EKRH. No service by request. Joe will be greatly missed by everyone. His charming personality, kindness and sense of humour will be remembered by all.
Jakob (Jack) Heinrich Schneider Punokamachka
November 1, 1946 ~ September 10, 2017 Jack passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and the Rocky Mountains in Invermere, BC. He is survived by his wife Pamela, children Jack (Jessica), Mark (Sarah), and Julie (Neil), and was Papa Bo to his grandchildren Matt, Will, Cole, Charlotte, Remington and Laney. Jack grew up in Ontario, graduating from Upper Canada College and Bishops University with his life long pals. Jack followed his love for the mountains, moving west where he raised his family in Calgary and their family cottage in Windermere, BC. Jack was one of the first in Canada to achieve his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award from HRH Prince Philip. He was a passionate volunteer for the Award, for which he was presented the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. A big part of Jack’s life was his commitment to The Calgary Stampede for 27 years and he was a dedicated member of the downtown Rotary Club in Calgary and later with the Rotary Club of Invermere. His passions and interests were diverse and his friendships were extensive and genuine. To those who simply called him Bo and to the many kids who knew him as Papa Bo, he was a friend, a father figure, mentor and a leader. Jack was a true renaissance man and life was an adventure with him. A Celebration of Life will take place on Friday September 29th at 2 pm at Ridge Meadows Event Centre, 24314 Meadow Drive NW, Calgary. A casual gathering to share Jack stories will take place at Choppers Landing at RK Heliski, Panorama, BC on Sunday, October 1st, 2 to 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Mountain of Hope Society, Box 34 Panorama, BC or to The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut Division. https://www.dukeofed.org/donate.
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ANNOUNCEMENT
Packrat moving sale. Saturday, September 23rd and Sunday, September 24th. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 1 km north of Toby Bridge. 250342-6936.
LOST: Black flip Alcatal cell phone in Radium September 14th around 9 a.m. either at the Gas Plus or Radium Resort Golf Course. Call 250-347-6570 if found.
LOST: Hearing Aid in Invermere Tuesday September 12th. Please contact Marjorie at 250-345-0072 or 403-255-1229 if found.
Celebrate Wilmer! Family fun and potluck, Sunday, September 24th, 4 - 8 p.m., Wilmer Hall. For info check our Facebook page.
S OBITUARY S Roe, Debbie (Metz) 1953 – 2017
Debbie, aka Yukony/Yony was born June 11, 1953 in Fairlight, SK. After a short battle with Cancer Deb gained her Angel Wings on September 10th, 2017 at the young age of 64. She was surrounded by her family until the very end.
S OBITUARY S Margaret J Nicholson (nee Ritchie)
Born in Kelowna January 20th, 1932 Passed away in Invermere September 13th, 2017
Debbie enjoyed many things in her life but what brought the biggest smiles to her face were her grandchildren and her great-granddaughter. She would do anything for them even if it meant tubing behind the boat, hiking up a mountain or riding a roller coaster. She loved her vacations with friends and families whether it was to Cuba, Mexico, Vegas or home to Saskatchewan. She loved dolphins especially when she got to swim with them, coffee with friends, knitting and enjoying an episode of Gray’s Anatomy or Heartland to name a few. Debbie was also well known for her baking she would selflessly share with everyone; especially her puffed wheat squares, conga bars and monkey bread. She attended public school in Fairlight and Maryfield. After graduation, she was married to Keith Roe and had three beautiful children. She was a dedicated mother and devoted every minute to her kids whether it was hockey practices, figure skating practices, hospital trips, or babysitting for other friends. In 1988 Deb decided to change her career from being a stay at home mom so she went back to school and completed her Care Aid Course. She worked in Moosomin ,Saskatchewan for a couple years. She then moved to The Yukon with her son Jarett where she made so many amazing friends and memories. There were many camping trips and venturing into the outdoors. While in Whitehorse she was a care aide at the McCauley Lodge.
“She Loved and was Loved”
In 2000, she decided she was just a little too far away from her family so Jarett and she moved to Invermere, BC where she would spend the rest of her life. Soon after she arrived she became a care aide with Interior Health. Debbie had such a love for her “Grandmas and Grandpas” she looked after over the years. They were always her extended family and she would share so many stories of them all. Debbie is survived by her daughter Tanis (Randy), son Jason (Tanya) and her most precious treasure in life, son Jarett. Grandchildren that shined above the stars are Kyle (Misha), Kayla (Jamie), Austyn, Maddy and Brayden and great-granddaughter Randi. Brothers Kenny (Pat), Don (Faye), sisters Doreen (Elden), Bev (Tom) and many nieces and nephews. Special friends Louise Stephen, Chris Snyder, Gina Harvey, Mary Walsh and so many more we can’t begin to name them all. Awaiting Debbie in heaven are her beloved parents Marge and George Metz, her dear sister Gwen Martin, niece Kim Teske, nephew Brian Teske and beloved dog D.J. Thank you to Dr. Gooch for his compassion for Debbie. To the most amazing nurses and hospital staff that treated her and our family like royalty. To all our friends and family that supported Debbie and our family through this difficult journey with visits, hugs, laughter, tears, calls and texts. Notably the Invermere Fire Rescue and many other special friends and family. As per Debbie’s wishes there will be no official service. Donations can be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association.
Cynthia Lucille Charette
November 23 1955 ~ September 11, 2017 With deep regret we announce the passing of Cindy, after a short battle with cancer. Cindy was predeceased by her mother Mettie and brothers Ron and Greg. She is survived by her husband Tim, children Jason, Alysha and Timmy, grandson Leighton, grandaughter Shayleen, father Leo, brothers Glenn, Rick, Rod and Brad, and many nieces and nephews. The Family would like to sincerely thank all the friends and family for their support
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ANNOUNCEMENT
CHEERS & JEERS
CHEERS & JEERS
STORAGE
Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open. Fairmont: Women only 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., Thursdays. Fairmont Lions Club house 5003 Hot Springs Rd.
Cheers to Farmers’ Market organizers - Invermere community stalwarts Bill and Becky, and Fairmont’s 13-year-old genius, Ryan. They all combine wisdom, discretion, people skills and more to anchor superb summer-long celebrations of community richness.
Cheers to Bob and Heather for their amazing dedication to all soccer players of Invermere in hosting the Sunday Night Soccer Pick-Up games for all age groups! It was fantastic having U8 to U18s out there playing soccer together! That’s community.
STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park: 250-342-3166.
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.
CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to the lady with Parks for calling me an ambulance. Much appreciated. All is well and I learned a valuable lesson. It is special when people in the community look out for others. Cheers to the gentleman who paid for my groceries at AG Valley Foods on Thursday September 7th. Much appreciated! Cheers to James Morsette of Turf N Timber for your kindness and generosity. I am most grateful! Jeers... To the new Community Centre for the inadequate design of its wheelchair accessible washrooms. Not only are they incredibly small and hard to manoeuvre in, there is no family or separate washroom available when an opposite sex caregiver is required to assist. It makes for a very stressful outing. Cheers to Rachel for being an incredible co-worker. You will be missed. Big Cheers to the amazing communities that we live in. The amount of support, donations, texts, calls, thoughts and prayers we received during a difficult medical emergency has been overwhelming and greatly appreciated. An extra Big Cheers to Jolaine Undershute, Carole Timmerman, Kayla McLean, Sophie Timothy and Noreen Madden for going above and beyond with fundraisers. We are truly blessed. Words can’t express our appreciation for all of you and everything you’ve done!
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Cheers to Katherine, Nathan, and Conan for their quick response to the fire in Spillimacheen. You guys are awesome! Cheers to golfers who make the pilgrimage to St. Andrews, Scotland. Jeers to those who choose not to play when they are there. Big Cheers to Raylene Oram for all the hard work and endless hours of volunteering she puts into many groups in our valley! Super Cheers to the C U Wednesday Golf Group at Copper Point for their more than generous donation to the Columbia House Enhancement Society! Very much appreciated! Cheers and a tip of the golf sombrero to Larry Ballard who once again guided The Resort’s men’s club with cogency, verve and an evil drop of schadenfreude. Cheers to the person who Jeered the ones smoking pot during movie nights. It is especially harmful to children as it affects the brain. No one should have to put up with it if it is not their choice to breathe in the second-hand smoke. A Huge Cheers to everybody who gives me great compliments and comments. Makes me want to get out more and keep walking and living it up. Much appreciated! Jeers to the line “ The bear bites the dust”..It’s still a life. Jeers to people who do not clean up their apples and garbage and end up getting a bear put down. They would not show up if you kept things clean and did not tempt them. BIG Cheers to all the volunteers, our Friends of Rotary, who helped us successfully fundraise at the Car Show! We couldn’t have done this without you! Your effort and time will help us with more projects for our community.
Jeers to the group surrounding a wood campfire on Thursday evening September 14th at Canyon Campground in Radium. There is still a FIRE ban on as far as I know. Jeers to the people who enter our local hot springs pools without showering first, a requirement that is clearly stated on numerous signs. This isn’t just about respect for others, it’s a hygiene and public health issue. Jeers to the lowlife who found my grey wallet outside of the post office, leaving it behind but not before helping yourself to ALL the cash inside. I work incredibly hard and countless hours for every dollar I earn. You should learn this principal of hard work. Karma WILL come back to bite you, and when it does, just remember you deserve it. Hip hip hurray Cheers to the fabulous folks at Ivy House and the Columbia Gardens for the excellent care of our Mom, Marg Nicholson, these past few years. Big Cheers shout out to Dr. Ross for her many years of wonderful care for our Mom, Marg Nicholson.
OFFICE SPACE Prime second floor office space, 1313 - 7th Ave. 1 - 735 sq. ft. office, 1 - 1167 sq. ft. office. Can be divided into two offices 1 - 710 sq. ft. + 1 - 457 sq. ft. Available March 1st, 2018. Phone Leo 250-342-1177 or lkienitz@telus.net.
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Exclusive 4-bdrm fully furnished Fort Point home, lake view and access. N/S N/P available September 7/17 to May 31/18. $1,500/mo + utilities. References required. Call Eric Redeker at First Choice Realty 250-342-5914. 5904 Columbia Road, Edgewater, BC. Large house located on a big corner lot (3 Acres). 6-bdrm, 4 baths, 2 full kitchens, 2 living rooms, Washer/Dryer on each floor, huge deck. Appliances: Upstairs: Washer/dryer, stove, fridge, dishwasher, furnace (propane). Downstairs: Washer/dryer, stove, fridge, dishwasher, furnace (electric). Available October 1st, 2017. $1,200/mo for whole house. Pets negotiable. 403-650-8654. 4-bdrm house in Invermere. Available immediately. $1,700/mo + utilities + DD, N/P, N/S. Call 403246-6680. House for Rent on acreage on Windermere Loop Rd. Unfurnished, 4-bdrm, 2 bath, W/D, 1 car garage. Wood furnace but can use electric heat if you prefer. Amazing view. Available Novemeber 1st. N/S, N/P but could be negotiable. $1,500/mo + utilities. Must have references. 250-342-9863. 2-bdrm, Max 2 Non-smoking adults, N/P. Available November 2017 to April 2018. $1,200/mo, denberg@telus.net.
TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT Radium: 2-bdrm, 2 bath townhouse, double attached garage. A/C, Everything on one level, deck, fire-pit, N/S, pet’s negotiable. References required. Available November 1st. $1,250/ mo, 306-921-7885.
CONDO FOR RENT Akiskinook Resort: Ground level larger end unit, 1-bdrm fully furnished condo, newly renovated, indoor pool, hot tub. $800/mo includes cable. Call or text 403-2813991.
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Recipe Of The Week APPLE AND MAPLE SAUSAGE SKILLET
1 pkg. (375g) Maple Breakfast Sausages ¼ cup Butter 3 Large Apples, peeled, cored and sliced ¼ cup Currants or Pomegranate Seeds Salt and Pepper to taste In a large skillet, cook sausage in butter over medium heat for 10 minutes. Remove and cut each sausage into thirds; set aside. Cook the apples slices in the same pan for 12 minutes, stirring often. Add currants when apples are browned. Add the sausage and heat 5 to 6 minutes until cooked. Season with salt and pepper.
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CONDO FOR RENT
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Cozy 1-bdrm condo for rent in Radium. Fully furnished with 7 appliances, underground parking, pool and hot tub. $750/mo + $400 D.D. Available October 1st. Call 403880-9719 or 403-512-2168.
Business for Sale: Grant’s Foods, 503 7th Ave, Invermere. Now reduced to $49,000. Includes everything. Email gkelly2@telus.net.
Triple J Services * Window Cleaning * Gutter Cleaning * Residential snow plowing * Weekly insurance inspections * Work Safe and fully insured Call Jim Detta 250-349-7546.
Support Rockies Hockey firewood. Larch, fir, pine and poplar split and delivered. Call Home Hardware 250-342-6908 ext. 2001.
Lake Windermere Point in Invermere: 2-bdrm + den, 2-bath, pool side and lake view, underground parking, fully furnished with leather couches. N/S, small dogs negotiable, available Oct 30th. Monthly rent depending on length of tenancy. 403-561-0111 or bobburk41@ gmail.com.
LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE ELKHORN COUNTRY ESTATES Phase 2 now for sale, Windermere. Total of 8 acreages, 3 sold, 5 to 6.25 acres each. Starting at $169,000 + GST. Separate individual graveled access roads, individual wells up to 30 gallons per minute, no building commitment. Two minutes to golf course, five minutes to beach. Phone Elkhorn Ranch 250-342-1268. 0.42 acre undeveloped treed lot on Nelles Crescent, Windermere. 403616-9659. 1 acre serviced lot with mountain and lake views located in Windermere. There is an adjoining 9 plus acre lot bordering Windermere Creek. Sell separately or as a parcel. Contact 587-316-4948 for details.
MISC FOR SALE 1990 campion with 175 h.p. outboard. New travel cover, bimini top, second cover for fishing, interior in good shape. Contact 780951-5925. ASKING $5,000.
BOATS FOR SALE Hobie Cat 16 Catamaran Sailboat for sale. Excellent condition and includes trailer, locked storage box on trailer, sails, rudder and rigging. Text or call Mike at 403-801-3792.
SOLÉ DECOR N’ MORE Custom Blinds/drapery/upholstery/ flooring. Hunter Douglas, ShadeO-Matic. Graber. Serving Calgary/ Columbia Valley. Contact Brenda 403-861-8782, soledecor@shaw. ca, www.Studio222calgary.com.
LESSONS/TRAINING
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
Thank you for your votes - Best of Business Awards! We are grateful and appreciative of your support and loyalty. “Blinds, Drapery, retractable screen doors and more.” 250-342-5749. B.B.’s Home & Lawn Care Services: Cleaning, Professional packing and moves, house checks, lawn/handyman services. 250-6882897 or 403-861-8782.
HELP WANTED
December Dates Available
Wanted 2 F/T Restaurant Cooks, Rocky River Grill, 8888 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C. Permanent, F/T shifts, overtime, weekends, days and evenings, $16/hour for 40 hours per week. Overtime after 40 hours. Minimum several years experience and completion of Secondary School. DUTIES: Prepare and cook full course meals, prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, ensure quality of food portions, work with minimal supervision, prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Inspect Kitchens and Food service areas. Please forward resume to Justin Atterbury by fax 250-342-8889 or email justatterbury@hotmail.com.
HELP WANTED
SERVICES
Attention Snow Removal Contractors EK Realty Strata Division is now accepting sealed bids for snow removal for the Kimberley and Cranbrook areas for the 2017/2018 season Packages can be picked up at 25-10th Ave S. The deadline for bids is September 28, 2017.
East Kootenay Realty
Contact: Troy Johanson 403-851-3327 Email: woodlands@spraylakesawmills.com
Food Service Supervisors Hiring: Salary: $14 per hour Permanent Position; Full-Time, Part-Time Shift work; All Shifts, Day, Evening, Weekend Start: ASAP – 2 positions available 1 to 2 years Experience Required No Education requirements Job Duties: • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of staff that prepare, portion and serve food; • Participate in assisting to establish methods to meet work schedules; maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage; • Train staff in job duties and sanitation and safety procedures; • Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards; • May participate in the selection of food service staff and assist in the development of policies, procedures and budgets; • Maintain company and corporate adherence to standards, procedures and programs, and as updated from time to time; • Assist in ensuring optimal employee coverage at all times and fills in as required for various areas during busy periods to maintain optimal customer service levels. How to Apply; email: dqinvermere@yahoo.ca in person or by mail @ 350 Laurier St., Invermere, BC V0A 1K7
tanks and related equipment.
911611 BC Ltd. O/A Tim Hortons 496 Highway 93/95, Invermere BC, V0A 1K2
Qualifications: B ticket, experience and class 5 license.
FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR
Excellent Wages, Benefits & Pension!
Permanent, Full-time, Part-time, Shift, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening $14.00 per hour • Start Date: ASAP # of Vacancies: 8 • Experience: 1-2 years
Apply today!
(855) 345-6341or mountainsidevillas.com
On the Springs Course
Experienced owner/operator with log trucks wanted immediately to haul into Spray Lake Sawmills, Cochrane, Alberta
Role: Installing, inspecting and servicing propane
Fairmont Vacation Villas Mountainside
BOOK TODAY!
WANTED
GAS FITTER
Apply to: krystal_gies@superiorpropane.com
The perfect place for your Christmas party
LOG HAUL CONTRACTORS
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.
Superior Propane is hiring a FT Gas Fitter B in Invermere!
ANNOUNCEMENT
250-347-2323 BighornMeadows.com/Christmas
Piano lessons - Arne Sahlen (B.Mus Distinction; ARCT Gold Medal.) All ages/levels with fun and finesse! Classical to musicof-now, summer or year-round. 250-540-4242 cell/text.
Seasoned Dry Fir. $220 a cord, split and delivered locally. 1/2 cords available. C.O.D. 250-342-3300.
HELP WANTED
Fairmont Villa Management at Mountainside is now accepting full-time, part-time and student applications for our Housekeeping Department We offer to successful applicants, year-round work, competitive wages starting at $15 per hour, and the use of our recreation center and pools. For more information on any of the above positions, please contact: Debbie Clark: Phone: 250-345-6341 ext 22 Fax Attention Debbie: 250-345-6299 Or Email: debbiec@mountainsidevillas.com
All Season Vacation Villas
Education: No Education Required Job Duties: • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of staff who prepare, portion and serve food; • Participate in assisting to establish methods to meet work schedules; maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage; • Train staff in job duties and sanitation and safety procedures; • Ensure that food and service meet quality control standards; • You may participate in the selection of food service staff and assist in the development of policies, procedures and budgets; • Maintain company and corporate adherence to standards, procedures and programs, and as updated from time to time; • Assist in ensuring optimal employee coverage at all times and fill in as required for various areas during busy periods to maintain optimal customer service levels. Benefits: Medical and Dental Please apply via email at timhortons.invermere@gmail.com or in person at 496 Highway 93/95 Invermere, BC
There’s a reason they’re called “CLASSY”. Pioneer Classifieds…
N E W S PA P E R
Phone: 250-341-6299 • Fax: 1-855-377-0312 • info@columbiavalleypioneer.com
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September 21, 2017
Mountain Hospitality Program Job Skills Training Opportunity
Who is this for? • Unemployed non-EI eligible, under employed and seasonal workers
What will you get? 5 weeks of training including industry certifications in: • First Aid
• WHMIS
• Food Safe
• Serving it Right
• Plus 5 World Host Training Certificates • Computer Skills • Job Search Skills • Industry Skills • Intro to Front & Back Country Operations • One Week Work Placement
Windermere Fall Fair and Scarecrow Festival
When is it? •
Oct 16 to Nov 24, 2017
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Work Placement Nov 20 to 24, 2017
Photo Credited to Great Canadian Heli-Skiing
Contact the Invermere campus today! 250-342-3210 • cotr.bc.ca/Invermere • invermere@cotr.bc.ca
Eager Windermere Fall Fair goers enjoyed a day of live entertainment, art show and sale, and the kid’s zone, among the many delights at the Windermere Community Hall on Sunday, September 17th. Karsten (above left) and Jamie prove that jumping in a potato sack is a sure way to have a good time. Mali B (below left) and Chelsea Anderson demonstrate their wares at the Art Show and Sale. (bottom) Marty & Eli entertain the crowds. Photos by Erin Knutsen
HELP WANTED
Career Opportunity We’re seeking a Program Assistant in our Golden office to join our team at Columbia Basin Trust. Responsible for providing operational and administrative support, supporting development, implementation, conducting research and Apply by 4 p.m. PT/ 5 p.m. MT, Monday, September 25, 2017.
providing logistical support.
For more details and to apply visit ourtrust.org/careers.
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1.800.505.8998
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HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Black Forest Restaurant is looking for a full time Server. Previous experience required in a busy, upscale restaurant. Email, call or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@blackforestrestaurant.com.
Valley Spas is looking for a F/T permanent hot tub/water maintenance technician. Experience an asset but will train for the right candidate. Wage negotiable. Please drop off resume in person at 230 Laurier St. in Invermere.
Big Horn Café, Radium is looking for Full/Part time Baristas and Food prep individuals, No evenings, flexible hours, potentials for medical and dental benefits. Competitive wages. Apply to bighorncafe1@outlook.com or 778527-5005.
An exceptional opportunity to join a fun, fast-paced scene at the Rocky River Grill. We are now accepting resumes for experienced servers. Please send to steve.kuffler@gmail. com.
The Black Forest is looking for full time kitchen help. Call, email or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@blackforestrestaurant. com.
Please email classified ads to info@columbiavalleypioneer.com
September 21, 2017
The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 29
Village of Radium Hot Springs
NOTICE OF TAX SALE
Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale by public auction in the Council Chambers of the Village of Radium Hot Springs Office at 4836 Radium Boulevard, at 10 a.m. on September 25, 2017, unless the delinquent taxes plus interest are paid sooner.
FOLIO 5200.500
The Impressive Veg Contest was held in conjunction wih the Windermere Fall Fair this year. There were 13 entries for size and appearance. Ethan and Jill Dalton show off their bounty, including their prize-winning carrot weighing 121g and measuring 4.75 inches around and 7 inches long (above). Kate and Jack Hildes with their buttercup squash weighing 4.76 lbs and measuring 23 inches around and 5 inches long (top right). (At right) Cassius Cowles with his bean weighing 16g and measuring 1.75 inches around and 8.5 inches long. Barret Cowles took 1st place with his bowlshaped ghost patty pan squash. For more on the Impressive Veg Contest and Chicken Poop bingo, see our online exclusive story at www.columbiavalleypioneer.com. Submitted photos
CIVIC ADDRESS 4906 THOURET RD
UPSET PRICE $11,803.51
The Municipality makes no representation express or implied as to the condition or quality of the properties being offered for sale. Prospective purchasers are urged to inspect the properties and make all necessary inquiries to municipal and other government departments and in the case of strata lots to the strata corporation, to determine the existence of any bylaws, restrictions, charges or other conditions which may affect the value or suitability of the property. The purchase of a tax sale property is subject to tax under the Property Transfer Tax Act on the fair market value of the property. KAREN SHARP, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
PO Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 Fax: 250-349-5460 village@canalflats.ca
THANK YOU Oldtimers Hockey Team wish to thank the following businesses, organizations and individuals for their generous support of the 34rd Labour Day Classic Oldtimers Hockey Tournament: • Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena • EECOL Electric • Fairmont Hot Springs Resort • Grant’s Foods • Greywolf Golf Course • Healing Hollow Essential Oil • Inside Edge • Invermere Curling Club • Kootenay Savings
P.I.D. 025-423-177
Any person upon being declared the successful bidder must immediately pay by cash, certified cheque or money order a minimum of not less than the upset price. Failure to pay this amount will result in the property promptly being offered for sale again. Any balance must be paid by cash, certified cheque or money order by 2 p.m. the same day. Failure to pay the balance will result in the property being offered for sale again at 10 a.m. on the following day.
INVERMERE OLDTIMERS
• BC Liquor Store • Columbia Valley Meat & Sausage • Columbia Valley Rockies • Copper Point Golf Club - The Point Course - The Ridge Course • Cranbrook Dodge • Bucky Dalke • David Thompson Secondary School • Eagle Ranch Golf Course
LEGAL DESCRIPTION LOT 1, RD 12, PLAN NEP71307, DL 486, LD 26
• Melody Motors • NAPA • Radium Golf Group - The Springs Course - The Radium Course • Radium Petro Canada • Darrel Scheffer (Scheffer’s Foods) • Toby Creek Electric • Walkers Repair Centre • Windermere Valley Golf Course
NOTICE OF TAX SALE The following properties located within the Village of Canal Flats shall be sold for taxes as per the Local Government Act on Munday, September 25, 2017 at 10:00am at the Village of Canal Flats Municipal Office located at 8866 Grainger Road, Canal Flats, BC. All properties are within the District Lot 110 and Land District 26.
Folio #
Legal Description
Location
Upset Price
0001954.040
Lot 8, Plan NEP8378
8956 Rundle Place
$2,828.86
0001976.010
Block 26, Plan 1738 PCL A see 187138-1) MHR#50612
4776 Beatty Avenue
$4,689.62
0001995.000
Lot 21, Block 2, Plan 2580 MHR#4698
4979 Stevens Avenue
$2,912.11
0001902.000
Lot 19, Block 2, Plan 1708
4977 Burns Avenue
$3,861.32
Cheryl Otting, Interim Director of Finance, Collector September 21, 2017
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Local lake inspires organization making waves across country By Nicole Trigg Special to The Pioneer Lake Windermere is known far and wide for its clean inviting waters in the summer and its world record-breaking frozen surface in the winter, but thanks to the work of Brisco resident Kat Hartwig and her Living Lakes Canada team, Lake Windermere is gradually becoming recognized as something else: the inspiration for an organization that is making waves across the country with its dedication to protecting Canadian waters. For the work the Living Lakes Canada (LLC) team has done over the years, including a national survey in partnership with Simon Fraser University and the University of Acadia to assess the state of community-based water monitoring across Canada, Ms. Hartwig as executive director won two of the 12 prestigious Water’s Next awards that were handed out at the 8th annual Canadian Water Summit held in Toronto in June — the “Water Steward of the Year” award and the “People - NGO category”. “Community-based water monitoring is becoming Thursday, September 28th, 2017
District of Invermere Annual Thursday, September 28th, 2017
FLOWER PICKING DAY District of Invermere Annual FLOWER PICKING DAY
*Please only cut annual flowers *NO DIGGING!
*Leave Please only cut annual flowers all roots, grasses, shrubs, perennials *NO DIGGING! *Please BE RESPECTFUL, pick in moderation and save some for others Leave all roots, grasses, shrubs, perennials *Please BE RESPECTFUL, pick in moderation and save
increasingly important in supporting all levels of governments in the collection of water quantity and quality data, especially now when climate change impacts on water is accelerating with increasing droughts and floods as an example,” said Ms. Hartwig. “The Lake Windermere Project and subsequently the Lake Windermere Ambassadors played a very important role in creating a successful community based water monitoring template that was recognized by the federal government as one of three best practices examples in Canada.” Following a Living Lakes International conference held at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort in 2004, widespread public concern about the health of Lake Windermere sparked the creation of the Lake Windermere Project, a five-year project with the aim of engaging First Nations, all levels of government, local businesses and the public in the protection and stewardship of the lake and surrounding watershed. The award-winning project launched Living Lakes Canada, which works to build collaborative models for community-based water stewardship in the Columbia Basin and across Canada. Next up on the LLC agenda is a meeting with Environment and Climate Change Minister Catherine McKenna next week in Ottawa. “Our initial experience beginning with Lake Windermere over a decade ago, has provided us with the ability to work with Environment Canada now in order to test new water monitoring protocols using environmental DNA samples which can ultimately make water sam. . . ‘Invermere’ from 3 it lightly. I found it reckless what Gerry did. You just cannot engage with some people online, especially when we’re under a microscope.” The letter of support from the district and the RDEK do not guarantee that the district’s liability insurance will be extended to cover Mr. Taft’s costs. The final decision on the application, which has yet to be
some for others
The LLC team in Ottawa at a National Water Gathering. Left to right: Program Manager Heather Leschied, Execective Director Kat Hartwig, Water Stewardship Coordinator Raegan Mallinson. Photo submitted pling cheaper and more accurate for community based water monitoring groups while adhering to federal and provincial water monitoring standards,” Ms. Hartwig explained. When she returns to the Valley, Ms. Hartwig will have her hands full organizing the Living Lakes Canada conference planned for Invermere on November 29th-30th. The goal of the conference is to create a dialogue around the creation of an open source data hub for a collaborative water monitoring framework in the Columbia Basin. To find out more, visit “News & Events” at www.livinglakescanada.ca. formally made, will rest with the MIABC. The lawsuit involving Mr. Taft and Mr. Kazakoff occurred this past May. Mr. Taft’s “convicted felon” comments were made in early 2016. Mr. Kazakoff had in spring 2015 pleaded guilty to tampering with deer traps in Kimberley, was given a conditional discharge and ordered to pay fines. He did not receive a criminal record as a result of his actions in that case, and is correspondingly not a convicted felon.
We hope they put a smile on your face! We hope they put a smile on your face! Until next year... With love, the flower crew!
Until next year... With love, the flower crew!
Grants available for fish and wildlife projects The Upper Kootenay Ecosystem Enhancement Plan (UKEEP) is a locally-developed conservation plan that guides project funding from the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program (FWCP) in the upper Kootenay River and Koocanusa Reservoir area. This regional ecosystem enhancement plan is a partnership between the FWCP and Columbia Basin Trust (the Trust). Projects funded in 2018 under UKEEP, mark the fifth year of a fiveyear agreement between the Trust and the FWCP, so apply now! Your project idea may be eligible for a grant. • Read the UKEEP Action Plan, and grant information kit. • Select a priority action (especially those “ranked #1”) that is identified as “open.” • Submit your online grant application by Oct. 27, 2017.
Visit fwcp.ca for more information. Contact Columbia Region Manager, Crystal Klym at crystal.klym@bchydro.com or 250-365-4591 to discuss your grant application and our funding opportunities.
Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Friday October 27, 2017. The FWCP is a partnership between BC Hydro, the Province of B.C., Fisheries and Oceans Canada, First Nations, and Public Stakeholders to conserve and enhance fish and wildlife impacted by BC Hydro dams.
THANK YOU TO ALL!
On behalf of CUPE 1816, representing 600 unionized workers, we would like to thank the thousands of people who supported us during our labour dispute with Pacific Blue Cross.
phone calls, sent e-mails or shared our messages on social media — we couldn’t have done it without you.
To all the union members and their families, PBC plan members and the general public who walked the picket line with us, delivered food and refreshments, honked their horns, came to our rallies, made
We thank you for your patience.
We look forward to providing our members with excellent customer service once again, as always.
The dedicated workers who handle benefits for British Columbians. COPE 491
September 21, 2017
The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 31
FAITH
Sighting the sacred By Pastor Murray Wittke Valley Christian Assembly
Have you ever sensed you’re in the presence of something sacred? In his book, Who Is Man?, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel wrote… “There are degrees of sanctity but all share one aspect: ultimate preciousness. To sense the sacred is to sense what is dear to God.” Over the years I’ve visited with many seniors in their homes, in hospitals, and in assisted living or extended care facilities. I’ve found that curiosity, honest questions, patience, a cup of tea and cookies are all helpful in sighting the sacred. During those visits I’ve seen the lingering effects of all the good and bad life can bring our way. I’ve seen anger, hatred, bitterness and unforgiveness; the dark despair of regret; the anguish of a broken heart; and the
fear of what’s still to come. I’ve also seen unsinkable joy, kindness, gentleness, the strength of hope, and the quiet smile of a peaceful heart. It’s there with the elderly that I’ve often caught a glimpse of the sacred. I usually sense it before I see it. From somewhere in behind the grey hair, wrinkles, clouded eyes, dentures and age spots; somewhere beneath the stooped shoulders, bent back and shaky hands, it appears. I see it, the finished product; the end result of a thousand day to day decisions; years of love and laughter, sorrow and loss; and a lifetime of hard work. I see in part what God sees completely. I see something sacred, I see their heart. It’s easy to miss. It’s easy to glance at an older person, turn away and fail to see who’s really there; someone created in the image of God, precious and dear to God; someone God’s been lovingly shaping and moulding for most of the last century; someone all grown up, one of His masterpieces. What do you see when you spot a golden-ager in our community? What goes through your mind? Do you see something precious? God does. Slow down, lean in and look a little closer. The sacred is all around us, there to be seen by those who are looking.
LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, September 24th, 10:30 a.m.
CELEBRATION SUNDAY, “Simple Church – Serve The World” Pastor Trevor Hagan ministering. The Lord’s Supper will be served. “K.I.D.S.” Church, for children ages 3-4; Kindergarten-Grade 1; and Grades 2-7, during the Morning Service.
Lead Pastor Trevor Hagan • Associate Pastor Matt Moore 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org
WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED Worship every Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Children & Youth Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, March - Dec. 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 Services. Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway Drive, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats. Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.: Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere. Sunday, 11 a.m.: St. Joseph’s Church in Radium. Father John • 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
Sobeys gives back Lori Ladas (top from left) Sherry Doerr, Cyrus Miller, Dan Lewis and Steve Ladas celebrate funds raised at Sobeys from the I Scream For Ice Cream promotion. The money supports the Summit Youth Center and the Healthy After School Snack program and the Thursday cooking program. Maria Kliavkoff, executive director of the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley (at right), receives a cheque from Sobeys owners Lori and Steve Ladas. Donations for the Hospice Butterfly Campaign were collected at Sobeys from July thru the August long weekend. Photos by Dean Midyette
Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m. President Rick Daniels • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-421-3756
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
Let’s Make Cancer History
www.cancer.ca
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The Champions
The club is offering a free skate day Monday, September 25th. Submitted photo
Skating into fall
Submitted by the Columbia Valley Skating Club
In August, Columbia Valley Skating Club ran their annual summer skating camp. The camp provided skaters with 4 hours of ice time, with two devoted coaches, Regan Taylor (Geiger) and Skyanne Tillotson. The camp was a great opportunity for skaters to improve, have fun, and be with their skating friends. Skaters developed a solid foundation in skating fundamentals while enjoying their days at the rink. The coaches were patient, and committed to helping the skaters attain their skating goals. Following the camp, the Columbia Valley Skating Club is starting off their new season with Pre-CanSkate, CanSkate and CanPowerSkate sessions starting Monday, October 2nd running through mid-December that will allow skaters to learn and develop new strengths and skills in a fun and friendly way. Lessons are taught by our professional coaches, Denise Reid, Marni
Kreutzer and Skyanne Tillotson, in a ratio of 1 coach per 10 skaters, along with Program Assistants (volunteer STARSkaters trained to help out). Our program is designed to ensure skaters are always on the move, learning new elements and strengthening old skills to ensure the learning environment is fun and active. Skaters are assessed regularly and move up to the next level when ready, as determined by the coaches. For more information about our programs, please visit our website at: https://www.columbiavalleyskatingclub. com. In addition to the season start up, CVSC will also be offering a free skate day on Monday, September 25th, from 4 to 4:45 p.m., which will allow the kids to try out our programs and meet the coaches. Please send your child with a CSA approved helmet and skates. The coaches will be available to answer any figure skating questions you may have. We are looking forward to a great season ahead!
More than 90 golfers competed in the Windermere Valley Men’s Club Championship on September 16th-17th. Pictured above (l to r) are Tom Brooks and Harold Hazelaar (handicapped doubles match play champions), Bob Tagg (singles handicapped match play champions), Geoff Davidson (club champion), and Larry Ballard (low net champion). An honourable mention goes to the Horse Race winners, Dave Boake and Phil Burk. This is the first year that, in addition to the prize money, the singles match play champion receives a reserved parking spot for the 2018 season. The Club would like to thank Brian Hoffos for his artistry and largesse. Photo by Dean Midyette . . . ‘Slowing’ from 3 excessive speeding in the area, going over the advantages and disadvantages of speed bumps, temporary speed bumps, speed dips and stop signs. Mr. Prosser mentioned that speed dips are actually more effective than speed bumps at slowing traffic in playgrounds and school zones, but added that there are roughly 30 to 40 “traffic calming measures” the district could employ. Invermere Mayor Gerry Taft said that the residents of Westside Park will need to be formally consulted, in order to ensure the traffic calming measures will be widely accepted, citing an
incident several years ago in which the district put up stop signs in the area, sparking anger from some Westside Park residents who felt they were unnecessary. In the end council directed staff to look into the matter, and report back to council. Bob Garies asked what kind of time frame this entailed, pointing out that sometimes consultation and “looking into things” can drag on for months, if not years. “I think three months is a reasonable time,” responded Mr. Taft. Mr. Garies had previously said that stop signs would likely be the quickest solution.
Clovechok keeps busy in Victoria By Nikki Fredrikson nikki@columbiavalleypioneer.com Despite being a ferry ride across the Pacific and six mountain ranges away, MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke Doug Clovechok has been hard at work advocating for his constituents in Victoria. Earlier this summer the local MLA was named opposition critic for Tourism, Arts, and Culture and has since completed a four-day tour of the Caribou/Chilcotin assessing wildfire impact. Adding to his duties Mr. Clovechok is now the opposition critic for the Columbia Basin Trust, working alongside Kootenay West MLA Katrine Conroy. “What a critics role is is to hold government to account for the policies they create and things that are said around those files. I’m the watchdog and obviously Tourism and Arts and Culture in our region is incredibly important but equally so is the Columbia Basin Trust,” said Mr. Clovechok. He went on to say his role is to make sure that the train stays on the rail and the process continues to support the people. While Mr. Clovechok and Ms. Conroy have yet to meet, he expressed his excitement for the opportunity to work on the file to keep the Columbia Basin Trust a nonpartisan entity. “I’m really excited again to have the opportunity to be the critic but also work with the minister to make sure our area and her area, that all the basin is receiving the benefits they long have because it’s so important to our area and to our region,” said Mr. Clovechok. While representing the people of the Columbia River-Revelstoke riding, Mr. Clovechok has been fielding a variety of calls from constituents. From concerns over
the changes to bus routes, crosswalk safety on highways in the Village of Radium, and business owners being impacted by the backcountry access ban, it has been a busy time for the MLA. “I am absolutely privileged to represent the people of Columbia River-Revelstoke . . . you can see the effect you can have as an MLA when you’re in Victoria,” said Mr. Clovechok. Mr. Clovechok was in contact with Doug Donaldson, minister of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development to keep the backcountry access ban on his radar. “At the end of the day, BC Wildfire Service are the ones that make the call, not the ministry and what I asked the minister is keep your eyes on it. Keep your fingers on the pulse so when the conditions change in such a way that we can allow hunters and guide outfitters back into the backcountry, then let’s do that right away,” said Mr. Clovechok in an interview last week prior to the ban being lifted. As a resident hunter, Mr. Clovechok knows the effect the ban has on hunters and guide outfitters who rely on the hunting season for their livelihood. “I’m hopeful for the guide outfitters but also resident hunters. I know there’s a lot of people where we live that are really dependent on having an animal in hunting season in their freezer to feed their family,” said Mr. Clovechok. On Friday September 15th, BC Wildfire Service reopened the backcountry after the Southeast fire centre saw changes in weather and fire behaviour. As the wildfire season has had an impact on tourism based areas, the B.C. government announced $200,000 in support for the Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association. The funds will go towards helping with tourism recovery for the affected areas.