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The Upper

May 6, 2005

Columbia

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Contents News

2

Letters

6

Golf

15

Classifieds

18

Photo Finish

Adrian arrives

2 Whistle stop

5 Super Mum

12

Brandon Davidson and Tryg Strand sprint to the finish at the DTSS track meet.

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May 6,7 & 8 on Motherʼs Day bring that special lady for flowers, wine & more…

Cocktail Parties at night, Meet the Press, Come and see the Gallery that has been transformed into beautiful Wetlands!!

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Cindy Weitzel has over 50 species of birds painted on rocks and canvas, for all you bird watchers this is a perfect environment to come and see all the birds this valley has to offer!

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This 425-horsepower International diesel truck rolled into town last week, the newest addition to the valley’s firefighting fleet. The tanker will fill in about three minutes and can pump 500 gallons per minute. The red bladder on the side of the tank can be filled and left at the scene while the truck goes for more water. The town will pay 20 percent of the $218,000 cost and the Regional District of East Kootenay the other 80 percent. The truck will help provide rural fire protection to an area including Toby Benches, Juniper Heights and down Westside to Coy Road.

Meet Adrian

My name is Adrian Bergles and starting this week I’m the new reporter/journalist/feature writer here at The Pioneer.

I’m really excited to get going. The job is new to me, and so are Invermere and the Columbia Valley. It is a beautiful place and quite awe-inspiring for this boy from the prairies.

This is my first full-time job as a journalist after graduating from the University of Regina, School of Journalism, last month.

I have many relatives in B.C. and always had a soft spot for this province. Both my girlfriend Stephanie and I are thrilled to call Invermere our new home, but our relocation is not accidental.

My passion, when I’m not writing, is riding mountain bikes and Invermere offers unlimited terrain. I

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look forward to exploring the valley on my bike. Bikes are my way of seeing the world, and I hope that they allow me to find some stories that I otherwise may not see.

It is a great time to be getting started. The provincial election will provide lots of ideas and the valley, with its rich history and promising future, should supply an endless source of stories.

I promise to do my best as a journalist in your community. I understand how important fairness and accuracy are in reporting and I will strive to treat every story I write with the utmost care and attention.

Please feel free to contact me. I love getting mail. If anything I write makes you glad, angry, sad, etc. let me know. I look forward to meeting many of you. Hopefully together we can make The Pioneer even stronger.

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May 6, 2005

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Notes from The Pioneer This week The Pioneer welcomes a new reporter, Adrian Bergles (pronounced Berg-less). Michelle Taylor will continue to write her golf column Tee Time With Taylor, and cover the golf beat during the summer. She will also be preparing for the birth of her third child! Michelle and husband Brent already have Faith, four years old, and Jacob, almost two. Between golf and the kids and her running group, Michelle is a busy lady. *** Peter Smith, the general manager of the worldclass Greywolf Golf Course (see Michelle’s story on Page 17) celebrated his 50th birthday Saturday at his home in Radium. Peter’s wife Sasha celebrated her birthday on the same day, but she was content to let Peter have the spotlight. Tending bar was Peter’s equally-famous older brother, Mike Smith, owner of Angus McToogle’s.

And in other Smith family news, daughter Kristin has graduated with her journalism degree and will start work at The Valley Echo as a reporter in a couple of weeks. Congratulations, Kristin! *** How about that Lucy Miller? In the past few months Lucy, who owns Home Hardware with her husband Allan, has been keeping a whirlwind schedule - organizing her new store, her gorgeous new house in Invermere, and the wedding of her oldest son Josh.

Josh met his beautiful bride Elisa Rescigno while attending college in Kelowna where he completed his carpentry apprenticeship. They were married at the Alliance Church on Saturday, followed by a dinner and dance at the Lions Hall. It was a lovely event and everything went off without a hitch. And Home Hardware has its official grand opening on Friday the 13th Now Lucy can concentrate on the new house! *** Meanwhile, Judy Gibbs will be leaving her job at Home Hardware to spend more time with her little girls, Katie and Natalie. She will also continue to do the books and help things running smoothly at Portabella Restaurant, owned by husband Nick. *** Congratulations to Invermere mayor Mark Shmigelsky and his wife Robin on the birth of their new son, Ryder Sacha Shmigelsky, a brother for fiveyear-old Kyler. Robin is on one year of leave from her job at Wendy McMahon’s office.

Field’s is open for business in the old Home Hardware store downtown but they aren’t making it public just yet. The practice now is for stores to have what is called a “soft opening” where they quietly open their doors and then iron out the bugs before having a grand opening. We’ve been into the new store and it’s looking good - some items are stocked that you can’t find anywhere else in town. *** And more good news for local shoppers - the Saan store is back in business after changing ownership. All the old stock was cleared out and the doors were closed for a few weeks. But now the doors are open again and although the store isn’t fully-stocked yet, new shipments are arriving daily. Watch for their grand opening. *** John Nairn at Panache Interiors in Athalmer says he has a couple of hundred Lance Armstrong bracelets at the shop. The popular yellow bracelets are available for a donation to the Cancer Society. *** In response to your questions, we do sell copies of any photograph that appears in The Pioneer except for the priceless historical photographs found in the Ede Family Collection. Reprints of any other photographs taken by our staff range from $7.50 to $15, depending on size. *** Bob Ede was on a recent trip to Kelowna and he returned to say that as a gardener, he admires the flowers in Kelowna but could never live there because it is “too humid.” Only someone born and raised in the semi-arid Columbia Valley could find the Okanagan too humid! *** Heinz Drews, whose orchids appeared in a front page photograph last January, is wondering if there are any other orchid-fanciers in the valley who would like to get together and compare notes. He’s willing to host a monthly meeting. Call him at 3420444 if you are interested. *** One of the first signs of summer is the heavenly fragrance that wafts from the blossoming trees outside the Bank of Montreal in Invermere. The next time you are on that corner - don’t forget to stop and smell the flowers!

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May 6, 2005

Where were you on VE Day? May 8th, 1945 was the day Germany surrendered to the Allies and the war with Europe was over, forever remembered as Victory in Europe or VE Day. The war continued with Japan for another few months until Japan surrendered on August 15, 1945, known as Victory in Japan or VJ Day. This is the 60th anniversary of VE Day, the day people remember because most Canadians were fighting in Europe. A ceremony will be held at the Cenotaph in Invermere, 1 p.m. May 8th. Following are memories from three local residents:

Gordon Lake

I had spent the past 11 months in Belgium, with the Royal Canadian Mechanical Engineers. I had arrived not long after the invasion and I worked in a big repair shop just outside Brussels, fixing tanks and trucks.

I was working in the shop when the word came through that Germany had surrendered. Our commanding officer came in I was living in Batand spoke to us. Everything just stopped. There was tleford, Saskatchewan no point in fixing anything because they wouldn’t but on May 8th, 1945 be needed any more.

I was visiting my friend Everyone was so happy. I had been billeted for Audrey in Victoria. Authe past 11 months with a civilian family in Beldrey was a motor transgium who just treated me like a son. I remember port driver in the navy. they brought out their good silver and china which She had a date and she they hadn’t used for years. fixed me up with a sailor Unfortunately I didn’t get to do much celebratso the four of us could ing because the liquor disappeared so fast. The next go out on the town. day I went on leave to Scotland and by the time I There was a huge snake dance downtown in Vicgot off the train, there was literally nothing left to toria that went on for miles. We would get up and drink in the entire country. dance for a while and then sit down on the curb to But I was happy because I knew I would be comrest. After a while we would get up and join in the ing home to Invermere, to my parents and my wife line again. Everyone was happy and excited, singing Elsie. We had only been married for 10 days when I songs and yelling and drinking, of course. had left for overseas and I hadn’t seen her since.

In the early hours we finally decided to go home.

(After Elsie passed away, Gordon married PhylAudrey and her date went in one direction, and the lis Gibb of Invermere 14 years ago). sailor insisted on taking me home - even though I was afraid I might have a little trouble with him.

Do you have parents or grandparents who Sure enough, when we got to the door he threw remember where they were on VE Day? me down on the grass and I got grass stains all over my new pink suit. I was so mad I fought like a tiger The Pioneer is encouraging you to ask your and finally made my escape. loved ones for their memories. Then videotape, The next morning I told Audrey what happened record or write down their answers. and she said: “I’ll fix that bugger!” She reported him This is an important chapter in your famito his commanding officer and he was disciplined. ly’s history, Canada’s history and world history.

So I always think of my own little victory every Don’t let their experiences be forgotten! year on VE Day.

June Florence

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Doug George I was a platoon sergeant in the U.S. Army, facing the Germans across the Arno River in Italy. I don’t remember getting an official announcement, but word-of-mouth started to filter down the line that Germany had surrendered. Some guys believed it and some didn’t. The Italians had surrendered a month earlier but the Germans were still fighting. We had heard rumours before.

But then everything happened really fast. Our unit was pulled off the front and sent down to Rome in trucks. There was a lot of confusion, a lot of excitement about going home. But it wasn’t a wild party or anything. We were honestly so exhausted and so tired of war that we barely had the energy to celebrate.

What I remember is feeling so happy that I wouldn’t have to lose any more of the guys in my platoon. The Arno River area was mountainous and cold and we knew we would have been in for a long, hard fight if the war had continued.

From Rome we went on to Naples and within three days I was on a ship going home. I was one of the first to leave because they sent you home according to a point system based on your service record and your length of service. By that time I had been in active combat in North Africa and Italy for almost two years.

We landed in Virginia on June 13th. There was a buffet spread out for us. We had never seen so much food. Guys immediately started stuffing sandwiches inside their uniforms because they didn’t know when they would eat again!

A few weeks later, the army offered to make me a captain if I would stay in the service, and I said no thanks, I’m finished. A few years later I emigrated to Canada.

The Upper Columbia Pioneer • 5

May 6, 2005

Premier holds out hope for Lot 4616

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff

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The sun shone bright on Liberal supporters who turned out last Saturday to welcome Premier Gordon Campbell.

The premier was met by a crowd of about 100 as he made his way into the Invermere Inn, where Wendy McMahon’s campaign office is located.

Looking surprisingly vigorous and wellrested considering his campaign schedule, Mr. Campbell took the miWendy McMahon welcomed Premier Gordon Campbell to town with a kiss. crophone and spent a few minutes praising the Columbia Valley, which will be 100 percent set aside . . . but the process is he called “a mecca for the world.” moving forward.”

He said some $1 billion will be invested in this The premier had another short meeting with Inneck of the woods over the next few years. And vermere mayor Mark Shmigelsky. Although the prethat’s a good thing for everybody, he said. “When mier wasn’t able to visit Lot 4616 due to time conyou have a healthy economy you have the resources straints, Mr. Shmigelsky said he was grateful that to invest in education and health care.” the premier took the time to meet with him at all.

He mentioned specifically the Cranbrook airAnd he said the premier was positive about the port expansion. “We’re going to bring tourists from future of the parkland on the south edge of town. around the world and they will be landing at the Town council has been pressuring the province to Cranbrook airport,” he said. preserve that parcel from development.

As the crowd chanted “four more years,” Mr. “The premier told me that he has initiated a Campbell praised his MLA Wendy McMahon. policy review on behalf of Land and Water B.C.,” “She has never lost track of the fact that she repre- Mr. Shmigelsky said. sents the best interests of this riding,” he said.

“Basically, the province does have a procedure Mr. Campbell then moved into the restaurant for giving away land to municipalities but they want where he took questions from local newspapers. to make sure the rules are flexible enough to allow When The Pioneer asked if he is familiar with certain exceptions.”

Lot 4616, the parcel of parkland on the south edge For example, Mr. Shmigelsky said he brought of Invermere that the community is trying to pre- up the example of a 63-hectare parcel of Crown land serve from further development, he replied: “Famil- on Gabriola Island that had recently been given to iar! Wendy talks about nothing else!” the Nature Trust.

He went on to say: “It does make sense to plan “I felt comfortable that the premier was willing for park activities. I can’t commit today that there to look at some options,” he said.

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May 6, 2005

PERSPECTIVE HISTORICAL LENS

This 1926-27 Chevrolet modified to ‘bug’ style was originally owned by Mr. MacDonald, Operations Manager, Paradise Mine in the 1920 and 1930s. The car made many trips from Invermere to Paradise Mine before it was purchased by Jim Ashworth (left), Sid Thorton (center) and Bud Cleland (right) in 1936. The historic home on the right is still standing near the downtown area on 14th Street.

Photo provided by Jim Ashworth. Photographer unknown.

The Trouble With Politics

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher Sometime over the next week I’m going to sit down and see if I can figure out how the proposed new electoral reform system works. It’s so complicated that even NDP candidate Norm Macdonald said he had to attend a forum before he could grasp the whole concept.

But if it gives us more choices, I’m all for it.

In every other area of our lives, we have choices galore - careers, schools, houses, vehicles. But when it comes to this very important decision about our society, we have two choices: Liberal or NDP. Imagine having just two choices for your spouse!

I plan to vote Liberal because overall they have shown that they know how to run a business. That doesn’t mean I admire everything about the way they have gone about it, but I’m hopeful that once they hit their stride over the next four years, they will start giving back some of the stuff they took away during those first couple of years when it seemed they were cutting everything in sight. In fact, they already have started giving back, and I’m hoping the new beds in Columbia House are just a beginning.

That doesn’t mean that I don’t admire certain things about the other party. I deeply respect the way the NDP tries to save the environment, al-

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though I’m not sure that we’re always talking about the same thing.

To me the environment isn’t restricted to backcountry wilderness that most of us will never see.

The environment means everything from the quality of the air to the water in the lake to the flowers in our back yard. The environment is the daily, living, breathing part of the world that surrounds us, whether we live on an acreage in Edgewater or downtown Vancouver.

An old lady who sits on her deck and listens to the meadowlark singing is enjoying the environment as much as any wilderness hiker, perhaps more. And one tiny little green spot like Pot Hole Park in the centre of downtown will bring more joy to people than an entire mountain in the back country.

As for either party really giving a darn about what happens in our little valley, I don’t expect them to care much. This is a democracy, and that means majority rules. That majority lives in Vancouver.

By choosing to live here, we automatically placed ourselves in a minority and we might as well accept the fact that our wishes aren’t going to count for a lot. Although we should never stop shouting in the general direction of Victoria, we should also be realistic about our chances of being heard.

Besides, would you really trade what we have here for all the political clout in the world?

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ‘Stop polygamy now!’

Dear Editor: I was present at the April 19th forum meeting held in Creston, B.C. and witnessed the admission of the practice of polygamy. The police and government must take action to stop this, now and forever.

Rob Robinson, Invermere

‘Pay a decent wage’ Dear Editor: The article voicing concerns about staffing the businesses in the valley was interesting. The problem is resolvable. Pay a decent wage to attract staff to the valley and accept that it would be part of the real cost of living and visiting the beautiful area.

Tim Gould, Fairmont Hot Springs

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April 29, 2005

LETTERS

‘Golden Decade lies ahead’

By Wendy McMahon Liberal Candidate We have come a long way together over the past four years in British Columbia. Our economy is firing on all cylinders and we are leading the nation in job creation. Thanks to the leadership and commitment of British Columbians across our province, we are now entering a period of exceptional promise.

The foundation for growth and opportunity is now in place. Our plan is working. We have a record surplus budget and are living within taxpayers’ means. Low and middle income British Columbians now have the lowest provincial income taxes in Canada. That’s the power of a strong economy. We are investing more than ever in key public services like health and education.

This election is your chance to help build on that strong foundation and ensure that B.C. never again slips backwards, or sells its future short. This is your chance to vote for a government that has the experience, the vision, resolve and know-how to lead our province forward and keep our economy going strong. The B.C. Liberals want to make B.C.

the best it can be in the Golden Decade ahead.

It’s time to dream big dreams again and to set great goals that oblige us to reach higher for our children, our families and our communities. It’s time to realize the true promise of our province and to move forward with confidence.

For details on our positive vision for B.C. please read our platform document: For British Columbia: A Proven Plan for A Golden Decade. The booklet is available on-line or at my campaign office: 13107th Ave, Invermere, V0A 1K0; (250) 341-3328.

Most residents are filled with optimism. Yet, our opponents and certain special interest groups that support them continue to attack our record in a concerted and well-funded effort to mislead and confuse the electorate.

Although they profess to be concerned about patients, students, seniors, families, women and children, their agenda is a self-serving one. I believe voters are astute enough to look beyond the rhetoric and misinformation, to compare the situation in the province in 2005 with the 1990s, and to assess who has a positive vision for British Columbia.

I would like to thank the residents of Columbia River-Revelstoke riding for giving me the opportunity to serve as MLA. It has been a challenging but rewarding experience and I would be pleased to serve you for another four years.

‘Rural areas need strong leaders’

By Norm Macdonald NDP candidate It’s the definition of an MLA’s job to defend their constituents, to advocate on their behalf, to fight against cuts that hurt ordinary people and their communities.

Along with that commitment, the MLA must have ability to get that job done. Ability means a capacity to do something successfully with a high degree of competency.

I want to touch on my proven ability.

In November 1996, after serving on Golden’s council, I was elected mayor. At that time, Golden was experiencing a difficult period, facing economic challenges that threatened our way of life. For the next three years, I worked with the various economic and political sectors to accomplish what was needed to put Golden at the forefront with a diversity of economic opportunities.

It was an experience that proved to me how important it is for elected officials to stand up and speak out on behalf of their communities. As a mayor, I

was working for a single town. As MLA, I will work for the riding of Columbia River-Revelstoke, all the communities in between from Revelstoke to Golden to Radium to Invermere to Kimberley.

I will build on that proven ability of leading the community to strengthen and diversify the economy during tough global economic times. Governments at a distance will push through the most expedient agenda unless they receive strong direction from the local MLA. The MLA can accept the initial decision from Victoria, even when it so obviously hurts people and communities, as the current MLA has done, or an MLA can stand firm along with the people to work in defense of what will benefit the communities. It takes effort. It takes tenacity, persistence, hard work, ability and the clear understanding that the MLA’s role is to champion the best interests of your communities.

Governments will try to save money where they can and will do so where there is the least resistance.

The community can stand firm, but not effectively, without the support of your MLA. This May 17, choose someone with the ability and the will to fight for you, your families, and your communities. Contact normmacdonald@telus.net.

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FRIDAY, MAY 6: • Noon-1:30 p.m. Dr. Philip J. Currie and Wayne Campbell, guest speakers for Wings Over the Rockies, will sign books at Dave’s Book Bar. • Greywolf Golf Course opens today.

• Station Pub: Sentimental Journey through music, call 342-8346 for info.

• Kinsmen Home and Garden Recreation Show, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

SATURDAY, MAY 7: • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bike Safety Rodeo, J. A. Laird Elementary. Call 342-7108 for info.

• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watercolour workshop with Sue Wells, Wings Over the Rockies. Call 1-888-933-3311 for info.

• 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Children’s Festival, Wings Over the Rockies, Radium Community Park.

• 6 p.m. Feathered Friends Banquet, Wings Over the Rockies, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

SUNDAY, MAY 8: • 1 p.m. Victory in Europe 60th anniversary service, Invermere Cenotaph.

• Last day to enjoy Wings Over the Rockies. Pick up your Wings schedule at locations around town.

MONDAY, May 9: • Mammogram screening mobile van at Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce. Call 1-800-663-9203 for appointment.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11: • Starting 7 p.m. Chris Gale Jazz Quartet at Angus McToogle’s, tickets $20 includes dinner.

THURSDAY, MAY 12: • 11:20 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Student honour roll recognition assembly, David Thompson Secondary School, public welcome. Call 342-9213 for info.

• Starting 7 p.m. Chris Gale Jazz Quartet at Angus McToogle’s. Call 341-6868.

• 7:30 p.m. Rotary Club sponsors information meeting on electoral reform, Chamber of Commerce.

FRIDAY, May 13: • 9 a.m. Pancake breakfast at Home Hardware kicks off grand opening all day Friday and Saturday.

• Mammogram screening mobile van at Akisqunuk Health Centre, Windermere. Call 1-800-663-9203 for appointment.

• 6:30 p.m. Columbia Valley Classic Car Club meets at Smitty’s in Radium. Call 342-0580.

• 7 p.m. Open House at Pynelogs Cultural Centre to unveil newly-renovated historic building, operated

by Columbia Valley Arts Council. Music, art, finger food, cash bar.

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Home Hardware set for grand opening

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff Invermere now has one of the biggest Home Hardware stores in Canada. But it’s still more than a store - it’s a shopping experience.

And that experience is especially popular with the women, says manager Don Miller.

“Women make 80 percent of the decisions around the house, but going into our old building supply centre downtown was like going into a men’s club!”

Now that the new building is open at the crossroads, they have room to stroll around and see what is available. With more space, the store can now show off its doors, windows, kitchen cabinets and bathroom fixtures like never before.

And there’s the social aspect.

“People like to come in and chat with our staff and meet their friends here,” says Al Miller, who owns the store with wife Lucy.

It isn’t just the locals who are

enjoying the new store. Al said he knows Calgarians who save up their shopping to do it here, because they like the atmosphere.

Even visitors are dropping in to see the new store.

The huge red-roofed building at the crossroads is drawing people off the highway and sending them downtown in search of more shopping.

But the store is probably most popular with truck drivers and contractors who don’t have to fight their way down main street on a busy Saturday.

The store is currently building a new drive-through warehouse, but it isn’t quite ready yet.

“We want to apologize to our customers for the inconvenience of having the stuff lying around outside, as well as for the appearance,” Al said.

Winner of this year’s awards from the Chamber of Commerce for Business of the Year and Retailer of the Year, Mr. Miller said it’s really the staff who are the

winners. “We have THE best staff in the entire valley.”

He said the new store is actually more convenient for some of his staff who live out of town, while others either catch rides or ride their bicycles to work.

Next weekend would be a good time to hit the handsome new hardware.

The festivities start at 9 a.m.

Friday, May 13th with a pancake breakfast in the parking lot.

Following speeches by local dignitaries, the doors will open at 10 a.m. and shoppers can take advantage of many special prices, local entertainment and prizes.

Toys, a freezer and an electric bicycle will be awarded throughout Friday and Saturday.

A shuttle bus will run from downtown and from the overflow parking lot at Super 8 next door.

The Rotary Club will host a concession stand both days.

To prepare for the big weekend, the store will close at 5 p.m.

Thursday, May 12th.

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I didn’t even build my own house!”

What it does offer is installation services.

Staff and contractors will install flooring, tile, windows, doors and kitchen cabinets purchased at the store. These are the same services that the store has always offered.

Some of the other services available are: house planning, tool rentals, locksmiths, refilling propane bottles, cutting glass, repairing screen doors, and custom orders of specialty items.

Congratulations to Al, Lucy and Staff at Home Hardware

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From left to right: Lake Windermere District Lions president Leo Kienitz, Matt Hughes of the Columbia Valley Rockies, Vi Wittman and Doreen Cooper from the Edgewater Legion, Sandy Macaulay of the Lions (rear), Stephanie Stevens with sons Scott (front) and Justin of the Summit Youth Centre; Joan George and Marg Christensen of the Historical Society, and Lions treasurer Larry Root.

Lake Windermere Lions The Lake Windermere Lions, who annually donate large sums to worthy causes in the valley, have chosen several recipients this year. Presented at the Lions Hall Monday, the funds went to: • $15,000 to the Columbia Valley Rockies, for a new bus that will be used to transport players to and from their games.

• $5,000 to the Summit Youth Centre, located upstairs in the Invermere Community Centre. Stephanie Stevens said the funds will be used to purchase a cash register to keep track of money raised by selling items at the new coffee bar. The cash register will also be used to train youth who want to learn some business skills.

• $5,000 to the Windermere District Historical Society, to build an extension to the basement for the storage and conservation of the museum’s clothing collection.

• $5000 to the Royal Canadian Legion, Edgewater Branch 199, to assist in replacing the roof on the old Legion Hall. The total cost of replacement is estimated at $25,000, said president Vi Wittman.

A total of $91,659 has been awarded to community groups throughout the year.

Knights of Columbus The Knights of Columbus have donated $500 towards a wonderful new program in our community called DARE: the Drug Abuse Resistance Education program.

Taught by RCMP officers Derrick Francis and Rob Weaver, the 10-hour program will inform Grade 5 valley students about the risks of tobacco, alcohol and marijuana.

Now in its second year, the program will be held at J.A. Laird School beginning May 25th with 117 kids from around the valley.

The costs of the resources used in the program, such as workbooks and T-shirts, are $15 per student.

All money so far has come from the community.

Edgewater Fire Department The Edgewater Volunteer Fire Department thanks the Edgewater Recreation Centre for the use of the hall, Pip’s Country Store for the donation, Jayne Magri from It’s A Wrap for the gift basket, and all those who donated items and helped to make their recent garage sale an enormous success.

Funds raised will go towards the 15-member fire department.

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‘Nothing better in the world!’

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff

Kathi Shaw with Sandra, left, sons Brandon and Jesse, and daughter Kindra. Son Jared is visiting Thailand.

Kathi Shaw is the kind of mother who cries every year on the first day of school.

“I’m never ready to see them go back.”

She loves nothing better than spending time with her four children: Brandon, 24; Jared, 21; Jesse, 16; and Kindra, 14.

She came by her love of children honestly, since she was the oldest child in a family of seven.

Her dad Bob Campsall and mother Cara Lee had seven children in a 10-year period.

“My mum was the kind of person who always had time to talk, to sit down for a game of cards,” she said.

“Dad loved kids, too. He spent all day with a classroom full of kids and then came home to another seven of his own!”

When Kathi was just five years old, the family moved from Cranbrook to Windermere, where she grew up. After graduating from David Thompson Secondary School, she married Wayne Shaw of Invermere and started working at the Bank of Montreal in 1976.

A year later tragedy struck the Campsall family when Kathi’s younger brother Mark was killed in a car accident. “It really drew the rest of the siblings together,” she says.

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May 6, 2005 “I loved babies,” says Kathi fondly. “But we spaced them a little farther apart than my own parents did because I wanted to spend lots of time with each one.”

The fourth baby Kindra was born in 1991 but after a few months, Kathi said she just knew something was wrong. Kindra had a serious kidney infection, and other health problems followed.

When Kindra was four years old, after many trips back and forth to hospital in Calgary, she was finally diagnosed with spina bifida - a birth defect in which the spine doesn’t form correctly.

“For two years I never slept more than an hour at a time because Kindra’s back hurt so much,” Kathi recalls.

“It’s a good thing the boys were older and understood why I had to spend so much time with the baby.”

With only a mild form of spina bifida, today Kindra is completely healthy and all she needs is an annual check on her spine once a year. “We are so lucky,” Kathi says.

Although she took a year off every time she had another baby, Kathi always returned to work at the bank.

When she isn’t at work, she is involved in children’s activities. Over the years the kids have been or are involved with baseball, track, volleyball,

basketball, hockey, figure skating, dancing, guitar lessons, swimming, snowboarding, Beavers, Brownies and Guides.

But Kathi says she doesn’t regret one minute.

“I never felt I was giving up anything more important,” she says.

“There’s nothing better in the world than sitting in a gym or on the side of the track, watching your kids play.”

She even has a daughter-in-law now, since Brandon got married last summer to Sandra Evans of Invermere. Brandon is now a full-fledged mechanic who works in his father’s auto repair shop, Wayne Shaw Enterprises and OK Tire.

“As the kids get older, the friend relationship becomes stronger.”

And she’s really looking forward to next week, when son Jared arrives home from a four-month tour of Asia.

“Jared has done more travelling in four months than the rest of us have done in our whole lives,” she says.

She also gives credit to husband Wayne, who has done his share of the parenting. “Each of the three boys has rebuilt an old car with his Dad.” This Sunday, instead of doing the usual 14 loads of laundry, she plans to sleep in and then lie in bed and read a book while the kids serve her favourite flavoured international coffee.

Happy Mother’s Day, Kathi!

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For the betterment of the game

Tee Time with Michelle Taylor is a regular weekly feature throughout the golf season.

Many of us contribute much of our time, energy and passion to playing the game of golf.

We practice our short game, get the odd tune-up lesson and faithfully record our scores in the computer to maintain a current handicap.

Although we put much effort into our own games, do you ever wonder who puts that same dedication into the maintenance, development and future of the sport?

It wasn’t until I began working as a manager at the Alberta Golf Association that I learned first-hand how much work is involved in administering the sport. I have also had the pleasure of experiencing the rewards that come with the job.

Junior and player development directors work with players and often travel throughout Canada and the United States for competition. My experiences with teams nationally and internationally, will always remain a great highlight in my life.

I remember serving as non-playing team captain for the girls’ provincial

team at nationals in 2002. We were in Mill River, Prince Edward Island.

Some duties were scheduling, eating plans, de-briefing after each round, and of course laughing ourselves into oblivion after a hard day of competition. It was a tough week with a tropical storm that blew in on the second day of play. I have never seen so much rain in a 24-hour period.The girls fought through it with soggy determination and didn’t complain a bit. It was a proud and rewarding time that will stay with me forever.

The provincial golf association involves directors and staff that work 12 months of the year to provide services in all areas of the game. These services are often unnoticed but used every time a golfer plays.

From course rating, to the rules of golf, to preserving Canada’s history, your provincial golf association is continually working for the betterment of the game.

Junior golf, amateur clinics, provincial, national and international competition, turf grass research, and tournaments for players of all abilities are some of the services that the British Columbia Golf Association accomplishes in conjunction with its industry partners.

Without the passion and hard work of volunteers and directors, golf in Canada would not be at the exceptional level that it is today. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer contact the British Columbia Golf Association at 604-279-2580 or visit www.bcga.org for more information.

You’ll learn a lot about the industry, witness some amazing elite amateur golf in action and perhaps enhance your own understanding of game.

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE NOTICE OF INTENT Zoning Bylaw Amendment No. 1230, 2005

The District of Invermere is considering a Zoning Bylaw Amendment application by V. Page and L. Hogg to amend zoning bylaw No.1145, 2002.

The applicant has applied to amend the Zoning Bylaw 1145, 2002 by changing the long term use of the following property: 1233, 13th Street, Invermere, B.C. Lot 4, Plan 2622, D.L. 1092 PID 015-139-191 from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to R-1A (Single Family Residential - small lot) Contact: Patrick Robins, Chief Administrative Officer 342-9281, ext. 228 Bylaw No. 1230, 2005 Council will consider this Zoning Bylaw Amendment for the 3rd reading and adoption at its regular meeting on May 10th, 2005, The public hearing requirement for this zoning amendment application has been waived in accordance with section 890 of the Local Government Act. A copy of the proposal may be inspected at the District of Invermere municipal office 914, 8th Ave., Invermere at any time between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays between the following dates: Monday, April 18th, 2005 to Monday, May 9th, 2005.

If you believe that your interest in these properties is affected by the proposed zoning amendment, you may submit written comments to the Director of Development Services, District of Invermere, by Monday, May 9th. Your comments may be faxed to the Development Services Department at 250-342-2934.

Please note that legal considerations prevent Council from receiving any representations made after Monday, May 10th, 2005.

Patrick Robins, Chief Administrative Officer

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It’s a goofy-looking golf club thingy that is supposed to help correct your grip, swing plane, release and tempo.

As if!

Ever heard of a revolutionary new golf swing training product with a patented process that guarantees to improve your game and improve your score? Synca-Swing is lightweight, durable, fits in your palm or pocket, and is easy to use. Now for the first time you can actually see your timing and clubhead speed. It is the easiest and most effective way to groove your swing. As your timing becomes more consistent, your scores and your game will improve dramatically. I’m sure!

The “Medicus Dual Hinge Driver” is pretty cool! You get this club with a hinge knuckle near the bottom of the shaft and if you swing incorrectly, the hinge releases and your club looks like one that just got wrapped around a tree. Supposedly, when you swing properly (whatever that means), the hinge stays locked and you can actually hit the ball with this training club.

And finally, we should all have a “Sky Caddie”. This wonderful little tool, according to Peter Jacobsen, “gives you the critical information that allows you to play to your full potential.” No more guessing or looking for sprinkler heads and we will know that it is exactly 117 yards to the flag and should mean we will be putting for birdie every time. Yeah, right again!

The only dilemmas all of these gadgets will solve are the bank accounts that are too large and they will answer the burning question; “What are all these compartments in my golf bag for?”

Our Quote of the Week is by Winston Churchill: “Golf is a game whose aim is to hit a very small ball into a even smaller hole, with weapons singularly ill-designed for the purpose.”

Call Marianne Thiesen at (250) 342-8697 or Email: thiesen@shaw.ca

The Upper Columbia Pioneer • 17

May 6, 2005

The Secret is Out!

THE DEAFENING SOUND OF SILENCE....

Greywolf kicks off seventh season

By Michelle Taylor Pioneer Staff Tee times were packed today as players eagerly began the seventh season at Greywolf Golf Course at Panorama.

Greywolf has received several awards on condition and design since it first opened, including best new golf course in Canada by Golf Digest in 1999.

The latest award given was second place for the best public course in the country, and a ninth place ranking overall.

It even received recognition in the top 100 courses worldwide, excluding the U.S. What makes this course so special is the design and setting. “It’s a mountain course having many elevation gains and drops, but it is unique in the fact that the player does not have a lot of hidden shots. The fairways are open, allowing golfers to see where they are hitting, off the tee and onto the greens,” says Scott Morgan, Marketing and Sales Manager for Greywolf.

It is such a pristine setting, that many wedding parties have booked pictures on the course or at the gazebo, just behind the 14th green.

The number six hole, better known as the Cliffhanger, is considered the signature hole on the course.

A player must carry their ball over the aptly-put Hopeful Canyon onto a mountain island green.

It is such a remarkable hole that

the “Cliffhanger Shootout” is held every September to raise money for local charities. Golfers pay a $100 fee to hit three balls on this par three hole. Prizes including trips, Volvos and $100,000 in cash are awarded for hole-in-one shots.

The course offers a challenge for high-level golfers but is very playable for any level. “It really depends on which tees you play from. Some golfers have shot their best rounds at Greywolf from the front tees,” says Mr. Morgan.

Players can start booking tee times a year in advance. “We are hoping to have the 2006 tee sheet ready for bookings very soon,” says Mr. Morgan.

The course has many different discount programs. For example, nine and dines after 6 p.m., twilight golf, come-back rounds and a green card, which is great for local golfers.

According to Mr. Morgan, bookings have been way up this year. That’s no surprise as the course conditions were excellent in 2004 and golfers are excited to return for a new season of exceptional golf.

Greywolf also provides a full teaching staff including Head Professional Chad Thomlinson, and golf professionals Scott McLain, Gavin Moran and Mike Irwin.

So if it’s morning, afternoon or twilight golf, call Greywolf and take advantage of a world-recognized course here in your own back yard.

Call 250-341-4100, 1-888-GREYWOLF or book online at www.greywolfgolf.com.

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All prices subject to GST. Please read your ad carefully the first day it comes out to ensure the information is correct. If you should find an error, please let us know immediately by calling 341-6299. The Upper Columbia Pioneer is not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion. The newspaper’s responsibility, if any, for errors of any kind is limited to the amount paid for that advertisement. We reserve the right to censor, re-classify, revise, edit or reject any ad not meeting our advertising standards.

PUBLIC SERVICES ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. If alcohol is causing problems in your life, call 342-2424 for info.

All meetings at 8 p.m.: Monday - Invermere Group, Invermere Health Unit, 1100-10th Street, Invermere; Wednesday - Windermere Group, Valley Christian Assembly Church; Friday - Radium Group, Radium Catholic Church; Saturday - Invermere First Step, Invermere Health

Unit, 1100-10th Street, Invermere; Sunday - Columbia Lake Band Hall, off Highway 93/95 south of Windermere.

All meetings are open.

ALCOHOLISM SHATTERS LIVES. To help the alcoholic, you have to help yourself first. Al Anon meets 10 a.m. Tuesdays at Catholic Church, 1210-9th Street, Invermere. For info call Carol, 347-9841.

1993 Ford Aero-Star Van. AWD, $1200 OBO. 347-7770.

2003 Chev. Silverado 4x4. Extended cab with topper. 50,000 km still under warranty, service history. $26,900. 342-6557.

1986 Dodge Power Ram, 150 Custom 318, 4x4, 4 SPD, Beefed up suspension w/ overloads, new tires, exhaust, very well maintained. $3200 OBO, 342-0644

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS. Meet Thursdays 7:30-9 p.m. Invermere Health Unit, 1100-10th Street, staff entrance.

1984 C1500 Chev P.V. 350 Auto A/C, P/W, P/L, rebuilt carb, new coil front, new lower ball joints, new front brake pads, dual exhaust, rear brake cables, IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to new front fenders and inners, the Canadian Cancer Society: cab corners, side panels on drop off at The Pioneer, No. 8, box, tires 80% on rallywheels, 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere $2500 OBO. Days 342-9316, or mail to Box 868, Invermere. Evenings 342-8316 For info call June Florence, 342-5573.

1988 Dodge Caravan 3.0 V6, 135,000 km on Eng auto, P/L, IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to P/W, new starter, $2300 OBO. the Family Resource Center: Days 342-9316, Evenings 342drop off at The Pioneer, No. 8, 8316 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere or mail to Box 868, Invermere. For MOTORCYCLES info call Pat Cope, 342-4242, Mon-Thu. 2002 HONDA CR80 Dirtbike. good condition. $2000 OBO. VEHICLES FOR SALE 347-0052.

able in Invermere. Fri. May 6, 2-8pm, and Sat, May 7, 10amNEAR WINDERMERE - 2 bed- 5pm. Inside rain or shine, 1402 12,000 Ib DSP 5th wheel hitch. rooms, 2 baths, kitchen motel 7th St. Like new. $350 OBO. 342- unit. Cable TV, housewares 0644. included, can sleep up to 5 CHEERS & JEERS people, rent by week or lon- Cheers to all of the Wings vol1984 Travelaire 5th Wheel, 24.5 ger. Call John, (250) 342-6293. unteers. MM ft, new springs, new tires. 2- Available May 15.

30lb prop tanks, propane certified, trailer is very good shape, Two suites for rent in new duFOR SALE new lino flooring, excellent for plex. All appliances including summer, rental on leased site, D/W, W/D, NS, NP. Heat and GRANT’S FOODS on 8th Ave$9500 OBO. Days 342-9316, utilities included. Upper suite nue, Invermere, now has Rocky Evenings 342-8316 $1000/month, lower suite Mountain Buffalo in stock. $845/month. Phone 342- Steaks, roasts and ground bufSERVICES 9770. falo available, 342-7308.

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Accurate and efficient services. Over 12 years of experience in resume and cover letter consulting, manuals, manuscripts, business letters. Call Kathy, 342-2175.

Gently used queen size HalcyEDGEWATER - Condo, 2 bed- on airbed. Paid $1900, asking rooms, 2 baths, $570 plus utili- $600. Phone 347-9165. ties, call 347-9877.

Children’s BR set, white, $75 OBO, Michelle at 347-6523 SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS

ODD JOBS ENTERPRISES HAULING. Chainsaw duties, brush and garbage removal.

Construction disposal and material deliveries. Call Dale Hunt, 342-3569.

SPECIAL ANOUNCEMENTS

Wanted a responsible, reliable roomate to share home in Invermere. Must like dogs. MATT WAS A BRILLIANT STAR Please reply to Box 362 Inver- To the multitude of friends mere, B.C. , V0A 1K0. and neighbors who share our sadness, you brought food and LOT WANTED flowers and cards and heartfelt sentiment to comfort us and DASHING LIZARD SYSTEMS At least one acre, preferrably help us. We thank you and we COMPUTER SERVICE. After treed, between Canal Flats and love you. We also wish to inhours service available, 342Brisco, phone 342-9060 vite you all to visit the bench in 2044, sales@dashinglizard.ca.

Matt’s honor, located up past SAILBOAT 1997 White Escort LX autoGARAGE SALE the high school overlooking matic, excellent condition.

Toby Creek (just past Canyon 145,285 km. $7000 OBO. 1976 16-foot, cuddy cabin, Furling LOST ITEMS? I will find watchSALE OF ONTARIO MERCHANDr.) The site is beautiful, as was Red Datsun 710 4-door, 4- Jib, quick rif main. Equipped es, jewellry, survey posts, etc. speed manual. Extra winter complete with trailer. call 342- For estimates call Garry at 341- DISE. Giftware, textiles, jewel- Matt. Sincerely, the family of ry, and home decor not availi- Matt Shoemaker.

8555. tires. $800 OBO. 342-9636.

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RCMP Report • The name of a 22-month-old child who was accidentally struck and killed by a vehicle in his family’s driveway in Canal Flats will not be released, said the local RCMP. The family has been called so many times

by Calgary media outlets that they have requested the local RCMP to help them protect their privacy in this time of terrible loss.

• A Windermere man reported his pickup stolen on April 26 after a bailiff attempted to locate and seize the vehicle. The man said the vehicle had been stolen a few days earlier; however, he had not had the opportunity to report the incident. Police are continuing to investigate.

• Police have recovered a small quantity of hobby equipment and tools that are believed stolen from the area. The items were found in the bush near Windermere.

• Early on May 2, RCMP heard that a vehicle had been set on fire.

The vehicle was parked on the side of Swansea Road overnight when someone threw a bottle filled with flammable liquid into the vehicle. It was completely destroyed. Police are asking people with any information to come forward.

• A young Invermere man ended up in Calgary hospital April 26 with severe facial injuries after an alleged beating at a bush party over the previous weekend. Police have begun an aggravated assault investigation and a suspect has been identified. At last report the male remains hospitalized.

• RCMP received report of a breakand-enter at Smitty’s Restaurant in Radium on April 25. Unknown culprits entered the store overnight and made off with a quantity of cash. Police are investigating.

• Police responded to a suspicious vehicle near the pools in Fairmont on April 25. The young Fairmont driver was found to be under the influence of liquor and at large with warrants out of Cranbrook.

The male’s license was suspended and the male arrested on the outstanding charges of theft and failing to appear.

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May 6, 2005

The Upper Columbia Pioneer • 19

CAREERS HELP WANTED WARWICK INTERIORS requires the following: • Clerk/Bookkeeper: Applicant will possess excellent clerical and computer skills, capable of managing general office duties, accounts receivable, accounts payable and general administration duties. This is a full-time permanent position, salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Carpenter’s Helper required to work in a modern cabinet manufacturing shop. Must be physically fit, able to operate machinery and be willing to learn. Apprenticeship plan is available. A progressive salary scale is in effect.

• Sales Clerk required in the paint and flooring departments. Must have excellent customer relations, communication skills and good telephone manner. Although experience would be an asset, the ability and willingness to learn will definitely be considered. Weekend work will be required. Salary is negotiable.

Apply to: Warwick Interiors Box 2673, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Call 342-6264.

Fax: 342-3546.

GONE HOLLYWOOD - Part-time clerk/cashier for busy video store, must be energetic and a good “people person,” able to work nights and weekend shifts. Must be bondable. Send resume to Box 2800, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0.

ROCK WORKS LANDSCAPE is tion knowledge an asset. Call now hiring labourers full-time Ray at 342-5676. and part-time. Self motivated, hard-working, basic construc-

Summer Student (Administrative Support)

The District of Invermere is accepting applications for a Summer Student. To be eligible, you must be a full-time student returning to school in the fall. This position is within CUPE Local 2982 bargaining unit.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRAINING INSTITUTE - Columbia Valley’s Licensed Employment Agency, RMTI staffing services is currently accepting resumes for the position ‘financial assistant’ for a busy local company.

As well, RMTI staffing services is compiling a database of potential candidates for upcoming career opportunities. If you are interested in either of these two positions, please submit resume to Rocky Mountain Training Staffing Services, 1006- 7th Avenue, Invermere; fax 342-6377 or email: rmti@telus.net

This position is temporary full-time, 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday).

Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel would be an asset. Consideration may be given to candidates enrolled in business administration courses or a related field.

Resumes can be sent to:

How’s Dan doing?

District of Invermere P.O. Box 339 Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0 email: cgoodey@invermere.net Fax: (250) 342-2934

Applicants will be received by the District until 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10th, 2005.

HOME HARDWARE

Invermere Home Hardware is seeking hardworking, customer oriented staff to fulfill various positions within the organization.

Yard laborers/customer service persons to help customers in our busy lumber yard and warehouse. We require an inside customer service representative with some building knowledge who can do small pkg. quotes (decks, sheds, fences, etc.). Flexibility and customer service skills are a requirement.

Wages determined by experience.

COLUMBIA RAFTING ADVENTURES is seeking full time bus drivers for the busy summer season. Must have a Class 4 driver’s license. Experience with backing up trailers an asset. Competitive wage. Call 345-4550.

HELNA’S STUBE is looking for experienced servers and kitchen help/dishwasher. Medical plan availiable. Call 347-0047.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Now hiring for the position of DELI MANAGER. Experience an asset but not essential.

Rush resumes to: play@resortrestaurants.ca or fax to 341-6232

On his quest to climb Mount Everest, Dan Griffith of Invermere headed off with an expedition team out of New Zealand in mid-April.

Three members of the team, including Dan, came down with a nasty chest infection just after reaching Base Camp and had to be relocated to the small town of Pheriche to recuperate.

However, Dan and the other mem-

Drop resume (application) off at: Invermere Home Hardware Att.: Mark Eshpeter (Building Supplies) Fax: 342-7263 • Ph:342-6908

bers had a complete recovery and returned to Base Camp on April 26th.

Three days later he made it over the treacherous and most dangerous trip – the Khumba Icefall to Camp One. To properly acclimatize, it takes several trips back and forth from various locations up the mountain back to Base Camp.

After a short stay at Camp Two, Dan and four other members of the crew returned to Base Camp on May 3rd for some much-needed rest.

High winds and snowfall have been a concern for climbers further up Mount Everest. We shall keep our fingers crossed for clear and calm conditions from hometown base in Invermere!

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There is more to life than white vinegar and Mazola oil! This seminar will introduce you to loads of delicious possibilities.

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All seminars are at the café from 7 - 8:30 pm and are $20. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

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May 6, 2005

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Scott Boyce, owner of In-Tune Music, left, and business partner Cam Clarkson have now opened a new shop selling the hottest “urban fashions.”

Tasty offers hot new fashion choices

By Dave Sutherland Pioneer Staff Invermere’s premier destination for CDs has undergone a transformation. The former In-Tune Music has morphed into Tasty, which will continue to serve up the best in music and showcase the latest, hottest urban fashions.

Owned by Scott Boyce and Cam Clarkson, the store located next to Rob’s Bicycle Works carries high-end casual clothes for men and women.

Cam moved to the valley to work in the service industry, but he has been a frequent visitor since the 1980s when he came here on family vacations.

Scott moved here from Brantford, Ontario and filled a void in the community when he opened In-Tune Music store.

The two friends have now decided to open a business together. Tasty will offer four clothing lines: • Industry, a Canadian company based in Montreal, features original details and trims, with delicate yet explosive color combinations. Their company emblem is a pair of classical wings.

• Gentle Fawn, based in Los Angeles, features easy-to-wear street fashions with a distinctly tough edge.

• GSUS is a Dutch company out of Amsterdam. The designers “make what they want to wear.” Their line symbolizes individuality and fashion soaked

in humor. Available in 28 countries throughout Europe and North and South America, their company’s emblem is a crown of thorns.

• Paul Frank, based in Orange Country, California, hand-sketches every character and creates a story for every one. Emblems are Julius the Monkey, and Skurvy the Skull. These fashions are sold in 20 countries and are extremely popular in Europe.

Scott and Cam travelled to fashion shows in Vancouver, Montreal, Edmonton and Calgary, and chose their clothing lines carefully to ensure they were both popular and affordable.

Scott and Cam will also sell body jewelry such as tongue and nipple rings. Along with their line of accessories, they will offer four-season urban and beach wear.

And if the clothing doesn’t quite fit right, they will arrange for alterations.

In order to display their new fashions, In-Tune had to be extensively remodelled.

“We had to bang out a couple of walls and take out the staircase,” said Cam. Most of the renovations were done by Aaron Cameron of Pinnacle Creek Homes, but other friends pitched in to help as well.

Now the real work begins.

The boys are looking forward to Tasty’s grand opening on May 9 and 10, when everything in the store will be 20 percent off.

May 6, 2005

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Wheel Alignment • Custom Exhaust • Automotive Repair • Vehicle Inspections •

JEFF WATSON

#3, 109 Industrial Road #2, Invermere

Telephone: 342-3659 Fax: 342-3620

Fred Kinsey

Dave Strong

Richard Kinsey

Invermere Industrial Park Phone: 342-9316

WE PRINT FOR THE VALLEY PUROLATOR DEPOT

342-2999

SHOLINDER & MACKAY EXCAVATING Inc.

Septic Systems Installed ~ Pumped ~ Repaired Prefab Cement Tanks Installed Water Lines Dug Installed Basements Dug

WINDERMERE 342-6805

A-1 Towing

Specializing in: Long distance hauls • Boosting • Lake Recovery • Repo Recovery • 4x4 Recovery • • All Insurance Companies • 24 The only 4x4 and flatdeck in town. Hours

Ph: 347-6326 • Fax: 342-5838

SILVERSIDE

CONTRACTING

Landscape Construction & Home Renovations Fences Allan Block Irrigation

Donovan Ryan

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Decks & Patios Paving Stone Retaining Walls

Phone/Fax: 342-8829 Cell: 688-2730 Email: silverside-contracting@telus.net

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Valley Churches LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH

Sunday, May 8th 10:30 am Worship and Life Instruction “Doing It Differently”.

Sunday School for ages 3 up to and including Grade 7 during the morning service.

Senior Pastor Rev. Dieter Magnus • Associate Pastor Rev. Jared Enns 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 342-9535

WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY

Sunday, May 8th 8:30 am Brisco - United Church - Worship 10:15 am Invermere - Christ Church Trinity Worship & Sunday School Rev. Michael Rice • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 342-6644

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY

Sunday, 10:00 am Celebration Service Children’s church during the message part of the service.

Children 4 - 12 years.

Sunday, 7:00 pm Prayer Meeting Senior Pastor Rev. John Cuyler • www.vcassembly.com Highway 93/95, 1 km north of Windermere • 342-9511

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Canadian Martyrs Church, Invermere

Saturday, 7:00 pm Mass • Sunday, 9:00 am Mass

St. Joseph’s Church, Radium • Sunday, 11:00 am Mass St. Anthony’s Church, Canal Flats • Sunday, 4:00 pm Mass Father Jose Joaquin • 1210 - 9th Street, Invermere • 342-6167

ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Regular weekly worship services every Sunday at 1:30 pm Senior Pastor Rev. Bryan K. Schindel Associate Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere • 1-866-426-7564

RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Every Sunday 10:00 am Sunday, May 8th Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • Radium Seniors’ Hall • 342-6633

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FAITH Honour Your Mother

By Dieter Magnus, Senior Pastor, Lake Windermere Alliance Church So many of us just take it for granted.

We assume the things they do will be done because they always have been done. We trust they will be kind — Band-Aids for our skinned knees, kisses for our boo-boos, kind words of comfort when we are afraid, and everything planned when it’s time for us to have our party. We presume they will treat us with love and go out of their way to share their kindness with us because they have done so at many of the most important moments in our lives. We take for granted that our mothers will pay the price to be mothers. In fact, we assume it so much that we often don’t value it as we should.

When the unthinkable happens — when we hear of a mother who is intentionally dangerous to her children, neglectful, hurtful, selfish, or abusive — we think to ourselves, “How could she?” We wonder out loud, “What’s going on with our world?

Have we lost our morals and our minds?”

But even in these moments of horror, we just assume, presume, and take for granted the cost that mothers willingly pay everyday day to give their children life. So many do it everyday, we just treat it as something we should expect rather than as something we should praise.

Yes, there are some less than good mothers. Yes, there are even some horrible mothers. Most of us have grown up in homes blessed by a loving mother who would do almost anything to help us. If we weren’t blessed with a godly mother, being part of the church has given us the opportunity to build

relationships with older women in the faith who can be a mother to us, like Rufus’ mom was to the apostle Paul (Romans 16:13). These women of faith were often the first to teach us the truth of God in both word and example, paving the way for us to be open to the truth of Scripture (2 Timothy 3:13-17).

We saw her watching us with that wistful twinkle in her eye as she gathered up each memory in her heart as if it were some precious gift, helping us know how special we are to her and to God (Luke 2:51). Many of these women have been indispensable in helping straighten up what was wrong in our Bible training (Acts 18:26) and in sharing the Gospel with our friends (Philippians 4:3). I clearly remember two elderly widows from my home church who were always ready with a smile and a word of encouragement for us as young people after church each Sunday. I see many of the women in our church here operate in that same way. They have been invaluable servants in the church, both in helping others (Acts 9:32-39) and in leading us to serve others (Romans 16:1-2) having honed these skills by being a mother.

Should we honor mothers more than one day a year? Most certainly! But we also need to make sure that their special day each year is VERY special — not so we can “pay our dues” to our mother until the next year rolls around, but so that we will be reminded of the incredible gift a godly woman, mother, and servant in Christ truly is. God reminded us long ago that “charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who honors and reveres the Lord is to be praised.” He goes on to say, “Give her the reward she has earned and let her good works bring her praise in the most public of places.” (Proverbs 31:30-31).

Let’s find a way to say, “Thanks mom, you’re the greatest! Thanks for all you are, all you’ve done, and all you’ve helped me to become. I thank God for you and I recognize you as one his greatest gifts to me!

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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NOTICE OF FLUSHING The municipality will be flushing its community water system from May 2, 2005 through to May 20, 2005.

This program, carried out twice yearly, is necessary to maintain the quality of our water supply. There may be some temporary discoloration as a result of the sediment and organic materials that are being flushed from the water mains. During this period, disinfection by chlorination will be continued. To assist the Public Works Department during the flushing operation, users are advised that if they are experiencing persistent discoloration or odour problems with the water, to immediately notify the Municipal Office and explain the nature of the problem.

The District apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this operation. For further information, please telephone the Municipal Office at 3429281.

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE Box 339, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Tel.: (250) 342-9281 Fax:(250) 342-2934 info@invermere.net www.invermere.net

Monthly Independent

FILM SERIES Cinefest presents

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Academy Award Winner - Best Foreign Film

Monday, May 9th Toby Theatre at 7:00 pm Tickets $10 - available at the door

Join us after the movie at

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May 6, 2005

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Invermere Industrial Park (just off the road to Panorama)

NEW WATER SYSTEM FOR FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS Fairmont’s new water supply is the first in the East Kootenay region to use ultraviolet radiation. The ultraviolet rays kill bacteria, viruses and other pathogens without using chemicals. The water utility system is owned and operated by Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd. and services about 900 customers. No tax dollars were used to finance this project and the utility customers will not be asked to pay for it.The new groundwater augmentation to the water utility system in Fairmont has been funded by Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd. and will ultimately be paid for by developers in the community.

From left to right: Jack Farrell, Engineer for Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd.; Wendy Booth, President of the Fairmont Business Association; Carol Seable, President of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort; Lavonne Holmes, President of the Fairmont Community Association; and Pat McCormick, Chief Operating Officer, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd.

342 4406 Call The Blind Guy!

Columbia Valley Windshield & Glass

will be offering 15% OFF sealed unit replacements in April & May. Foggy Windows • Water trapped between the glass?

Condensation a problem inside your windows? • Cracked or broken sealed unit?

BEFORE AFTER

Failed Sealed Units: A sealed unit where the seal on the unit separates; fills with moisture/condensation, causing glass stains.

Marc Robinson Phone: 342-6300

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Invermere Office: 250-342-6505

Wende Brash 342-1300

Bernie Raven 342-7415

Daniel Zurgilgen 342-1612

Ed English 342-1194

Jan Klimek 342-1195

John McCarthy Lynda Kirkpatrick 342-1758 341-1907

This deluxe 3 BR corner unit overlooks the 10th fairway. Mediterranean style stucco exterior, covered decks with great exposure and magnificent mountain views. The bight, open interior is fully furnished. Weekly rental schedule into the summer. MLS#NEW

$289,900.00

Scott Wallace 342-5309

Andy Smith 342-1709

Looking for prime property in a spectacular setting?

Then consider the stunning Invermere Valley.

www.ReMaxInvermere.com Fairmont Riverside

Roger Askey 342-1295

Fairmont Creekside

Furnished and ready for your deluxe golf retreat! View the Hoodoos, relax on the southern sunny deck and listen to the creek tumbling down the hill.

Spacious open design, master with ensuite, fireplace, lower level walk-out, hot tub and extra bedrooms for your guests. MLS#110025

$369,000.00

Luxury at Panorama

Golf and skiing at your doorstep and your own hot tub to soak in afterwards; all while enjoying the magnificent mountain views! This beautiful condo sleeps ten people, is completely furnished with vaulted ceilings and stainless steel appliances. This one must be seen MLS#109989

$699,000.00+gst

A Good Investment

New Invermere Condominiums

No Building Commitment!

Great rental or starter home just recently renovated. Enjoy 4 bedrooms with a finished basement level offering room for a growing family. Just minutes from the provincial beach park and boat access to Columbia Lake. Get your start in this quickly growing community of Canal Flats. MLS#110044

Settle into this new townhouse style condo in the quiet & established north end of town. Enjoy nine foot ceilings, cedar siding with shingle accents, choices of cabinets, colors and carpet. Full undeveloped BSMT, single garage, stainless steel appliances, hardwood in living-dining area or an electric fireplace. MLS#NEW

$155,000.00

$266,900.00+gst

This level building lot in the Highlands of Windermere offers panoramic mountain views, ornamental street lighting, asphalt streets, rolled concrete curb gutters, storm sewers, landscaped common areas and quiet surroundings. Just a five minute drive to Invermere. MLS#NEW

Edgewater Commercial

You Can Have it all!

Recreation or Revenue

Calling all entrepreneurs! Here is the perfect place to start up that small business youʼve been dreaming of. This corner lot in the heart of town is in a great location just across from the convenience store and gas bar. Your chance to invest for the future or build your business now. MLS#108397

Great location, great price, excellent condition! This 3 BRM, 3 BTR home features an open living design and large rec. room. Fully equipped with a double car garage, gas fireplace and five appliances. Close walking distance to all schools and not far from downtown Invermere. Call today for more information on this wonderful home!! MLS#108408

This Radium Riverstone town home is a great recreational retreat with revenue potential. Fully furnished and equipped with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, this nearly new home is close to golf, shopping and the hot pools. A great time to invest! Donʼt miss out on this one! MLS#106500

$45,000.00

$279,000.00

$130,000.00

$179,900.00

Country Charm and Character Beautiful Trappier Log Home situated on a .41 acre lot on the Windermere Valley Golf Course. Just under 2000 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open vaulted living/dining/kitchen with a massive feature rock fireplace. Unique barn board custom kitchen with an island/eating bar and hardwood floors give this home character and charm.MLS#NEW

$489,000.00

Lakeview Meadows Cottage Enjoy the vaulted pine ceiling, hardwood floor and large windows to capture the natural light and excellent mountain views. The 2 car garage, large deck and patio are added features. The lower level is undeveloped and waiting your personal touches. Beach, recreation centre, playground, soccer field and Copper Point Golf course is right next door.

MLS#NEW

$399,000.00