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Vol. 2/Issue 47

The Upper

Columbia

November 25, 2005

P IONEER

Serving The Upper Columbia Valley including Spillimacheen, Brisco, Edgewater, Radium, Invermere, Windermere, Fairmont and Canal Flats

Contents News

Perspective

Letters

Classiﬁeds

Three more years

Light-Up Night

2 Gerry licks competition

3 Corrie fan

Re-elected Invermere Mayor Mark Shmigelsky with wife Robin and sons Kyler, left, and Ryder. Photo by Lisa Ede

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Valley News Super Sunday coming Light-Up Night last Friday was a blazing success, says Wendy Bennett, chair of the Invermere Business Committee. “It just continues to grow,” she said. “It’s a great way to get people to think about shopping locally.” Invermere will have another chance to support local business on Super Sunday, December 4th. Super Sunday shopping and special offers will be in effect from noon to 4 p.m. and the event will begin with a parade at 12:15 p.m. starting at Pothole Park. The parade will feature the Cranbrook Bugle Band, floats from local businesses, and Invermere’s big red fire truck carrying Santa Claus. “It’s a great opportunity to meet and see friends,” says Mrs. Bennett. The floats will be judged and prizes awarded. Anyone interested in entering a float, or judging, is asked to call Wendy Bennett or Nancy Phair at 347-9974.

Helen Kubian and grandson Adam enjoyed Light-Up Night at The Monkey’s Uncle.

Copper Point prepares to Feed the Valley By Pioneer Staﬀ Copper Point Golf Course will once again host its free Christmas dinner called Feed the Valley. Last year the free Christmas dinner with all the trimmings and a visit from Santa Claus drew about 400 people, who were asked to make a donation to the Valley Food Bank. About $4,000 was raised. This year, it is hoped that the free dinner will double the number of diners and the funds raised, said Brian

Thank you!

Doug Morcom - Fairmont Resort Properties Thank you for the donation of the vacations to Belize and Hawaii! A Touch of Dutch (Frank Kirkby) Ace Northstar Hardware AG Foods Alison Bell & Doug Charleton Angelica Le Petit Retreat Angus McToogles Barry Cornelson Becca Wright & Byron Grey Bill Cropper Black Forest Restaurant Bobby Wright Brian Hoffos Caroway Pottery - Alice Hale Charles English & Mary McGurran Chez Guillaume Chopper Pet Supplies Christina Lustenburger Christine Keshen (Team Kleibrink) Custom Furnace and Fireplace Debbie and the Dreamers Dee & Rory Connell District of Invermere

DR Sports Duncan McDonald Elco Brian Wright Flora Distributors Gabrielle Bridgewater Gallery Café Gordon Fraser Haru Watanabe Heather and Don Bilodeau Heather English (The committee thanks you so much!) Heinz Stoll Home Hardware IGA Interior World Invermere Optometry (Mark Moneo) Invermere Soaring Centre (Trevor Florence) Invermere Veterinary Hospital It’s a Wrap Jane and Peter Lustenberger Jeff Hines Jessica Miller Joanne Bragg John Dobson Joy of the Mountains June Thompson Karen Leinor

Kicking Horse Coffee Kinsman Club of Invermere Kootenay River Runners Lake Auto Service Lake Windermere Rowing Club Lakeside Inn Larry & Alice Breeze Leah Duperreault Lone Harding Lyle & Dianne Wilson M. Rademacher Monkey’s Uncle Mountain Outfitters N&S Barsby Natalie Ruby Nipika Resort Organica Pamper Yourself Spa Panache Interiors Panorama Mountain Resort Peacock Designs Peppi’s Pizza Pieces from the Past Pleiades Massage and Spa Portabella Prose Art (Sarah Bennett) Quality Bakery Ray & Jaqueline Snerch RK Heli-Ski

Schaal, golf pro at the club. The event will be held at the Chamber of Commerce banquet room at the crossroads on Sunday, December 4th from 1 to 6 p.m. A bus will run from Edgewater to Canal Flats to bring people to the event. Call 341-3392 to book a ride. Some of the suppliers are Fairmont Villas, Quality Bakery, AG Foods and R.K. Heli-Ski. Everyone is welcome to this fun and worthy event, another great way to enjoy Super Sunday.

Rob’s Bicycle Works Ryan Bavin Shadybrook Marina (Mike DuBois) Sheenah Lindsay Snowcap Stacey Decosse Stand by the Bomb Stephanie Coughlan Strand’s Old House Restaurant Sue Saunders Sugoi Dirt Series Susan Wilder Syndicate Boardshop T. & D. Strand Tasty Fashion Tex” Coffee Works The Family of George Deck The Rockies Hockey Team The Windermere Valley Quilt Guild Tim Hortons Tracey Allen (Banff Donations) Travel World Valley Fitness Centre Wes Coulson Westpoint Distributors Wild West Distributors

A huge thank you to all volunteers, donors, auction participants and attendees! Our apologies to anyone we might have missed.

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November 25, 2005

Mayor Mark one happy man By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff In an overwhelming show of support, Invermere Mayor Mark Shmigelsky was re-elected to a third term on Saturday night. Mr. Shmigelsky captured 744 votes compared to 318 for challenger Brian McLaughlin. “It feels good,” said Mr. Shmigelsky in an interview Sunday morning. Mr. Shmigelsky was at Angus McToogle’s Pub with supporters on Saturday night when Invermere’s Chief Electoral Officer Colleen Goodey called him with the news. The election results made Mr. Shmigelsky’s popularity abundantly clear. “I’m certainly happy, grateful, and proud,” Mr. Shmigelsky said of his re-election. The mayor will have little time to bask in victory. He will be sworn in on December 1st and will continue his work on the issues affecting the town. As a defeated mayoralty candidate Mr. McLaugh-

lin will no longer have a seat on Invermere council. Outside the community hall after his loss on Saturday night, Mr. McLaughlin took one last jab at his opponent. “It was a question of being average or being the best,” he said of the town’s future. Still, Mr. McLaughlin was upbeat after his loss. “Nobody died,” he said ﬂashing a smile. Mr. McLaughlin, who admitted to being anxious before the count, says the anxiety passed early in the evening as votes for his opponent quickly piled up. “Once he had a 50-point lead I knew it was gone,” said Mr. McLaughlin. “The majority of people didn’t want change at the pace I suggested.” A total of 1,062 votes were cast in this election compared to only 788 in 2002. Mayor Shmigelsky, 35, was originally elected to Invermere council in 1993. The two men fought for the mayor’s chair in Invermere once before. In 1999 Mr. Shmigelsky won his ﬁrst term as mayor, beating Mr. McLaughlin by 11 votes.

Gerry dominates council vote By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff District of Invermere council members Gerry Taft and Bob Campsall see their winning results as public confidence in their past performance on council. “It’s definitely positive feedback,” says Mr. Taft, 23, who won his second term. “The result shows confidence in my experience and hopefully my common sense,” he said. Mr. Taft’s 790 votes were 150 more than Mr. Campsall, who received the second most votes. His 640 carried him to a fourth term on council. “I think it’s an affirmation,” said Mr. Campsall on Sunday. “I’m very pleased.” The two council members enjoy a close working relationship. Both also publicly endorsed Mayor Mark Shmigelsky, who won a third term on Saturday. “I’m really pleased with the council and Mark’s election,” said Mr. Taft. “I think it was the best possible outcome.” Sarah Bennett was the third councillor elected with 638 votes. Ray Brydon was fourth with 611

votes. After their election both new councillors expressed a desire to work co-operatively with council. “I’ve got to work as a team member,” said Mr. Brydon after the results were announced. “I think the two new councillors will be good for the municipality.” Mr. Brydon credited his pro-Jumbo resort development stance with his election. “That had a lot to do with it,” he said. “I’m going to advocate it very much.” Ms. Bennett, a newcomer to politics, said she will spend the next few months learning how municipal politics are done. “I’ll be doing a lot of listening, learning and reading,” she said. Ms. Bennett said she will study the principle of “smart growth,” in particular. Smart growth is a development strategy designed to limit urban sprawl. Unsuccessful candidates for council were Janice Hamp with 485 votes, Leo Kienitz at 357 and Fred Thode-Hamilton who received 334 votes. The new council will be sworn in on December 1st and will sit for the ﬁrst time on December 13th.

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To Sponsor a family, call Gail 342-6752 or Leslie 342-6789 Invermere Residents Teaser ads for the Pioneer revised Thank you for your support at the polls July 11thon2005 twag November 9th. I think you will ﬁnd that I am a good listener. I want to hear about your concerns, and also your ideas of how we can work together to improve our community. Council has a large task ahead in dealing with our growth and infrastructure and this will take some time to solve. I look forward to working with Mayor Mark and my fellow council members and helping to make our community a better place to live and work.

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Thank you to the voters of Area G for your overwhelming support and for the trust invested in me. Klara Trescher

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A Day in Court The following people were convicted and sentenced in adult provincial court at Invermere Court House on November 22. Presiding was circuit judge D.C. Carlgren. • Kyle R. Collin pled guilty to one count of break-and-enter, and one count of possession of stolen property over $5,000. The court heard that on July 22, 2005 Invermere RCMP were called to a break-and-enter at Wild Rose Pizza in Radium. Constables Hromadnik and Bryson noticed two males in the restaurant. The court heard that one male was arrested, and Mr. Collin ﬂed the scene and was arrested later. In the second charge, court heard that on June 13, 2005 Prince George RCMP did a licence plate check on a vehicle and found it to be stolen. The court heard that Mr. Collin was one of vehicle’s occupants. He was sentenced to a suspended sentence of 18 months probation on each charge, to be served concurrently. • Donna T. Wilson pled guilty to possession of a controlled substance. The court heard that on August 14, 2005 Const. Gareau noticed Ms. Wilson talking to a man and a woman in the parking lot of J.A. Laird school and heard the words “drugs” and “coke.”

Court heard that Ms. Wilson handed something to the male. Const. Gareau then arrested her. Ms. Wilson had a small amount of marijuana and two plastic packages containing what appeared to be cocaine. Ms. Wilson was sentenced to a $250 fine. • Janice P. McCormick pled guilty to operating a vehicle with over 80 milligrams of alcohol. The court heard Ms. McCormick was spotted on Highway 93/95 weaving in and out of her lane. Her vehicle was stopped by an RCMP officer and she was taken to the police station where she blew .16 on a breath test. She was sentenced to a one-year driving prohibition and a $600 fine. • Aubert R.J. Potvin pled guilty to operating a vehicle with over 80 milligrams of alcohol. The court heard that RCMP were called to a motor vehicle accident in which the driver showed strong signs of impairment. He was taken to the station where he blew .27 on a breath test. The court heard Mr. Potvin had an another alcohol-related conviction this year. Mr. Potvin was sentenced to 14 days intermittent jail time and an additional one-year driving prohibition.

RCMP Report • October 31: Police detained four males outside a local drinking establishment after locating the group in possession of a quantity of hashish. The four local males, ages 18 to 25 years old, will be summoned to court at a later date as police investigation continues. • November 4: Police stopped a van near Windermere after report of a possible impaired driver. The 38-year-old Radium driver was detained for impaired driving, and provided breath samples of 200 mg percent. He was issued an administrative driving prohibition and will appear in court Dec. 13th. • November 6: Police stopped a white Chevrolet pickup for erratic driving and detained the driver for impaired driving. The 30-year-old Calgary man provided one sample of breath, then refused to supply a second sample. He will appear in court on Dec. 13th, charged with impaired driving and failing to provide adequate breath samples. • November 10: Police stopped a green Chevrolet Cavalier near Fairmont Hot Springs for erratic driving. Investigation found the 20-year-old Surrey driver was impaired and in breach of a probation condition of “not to be within one arm’s length of any private motor vehicle unless you are also in the presence of the registered owner of that motor vehicle or have a letter or written permission from the owner of that vehicle.” He provided breath samples of 140 mg percent and will appear in court on Jan. 17th.

• November 11: Police received report of a residential break, enter and theft in Canal Flats. Three firearms were stolen. Investigation led to the arrest of a 15-year-old Canal Flats male, and the recovery of the firearms. Police continue to look for a 14-year-old suspect. • November 11: Police received report of a fight involving 15 to 20 persons on 14th Street in Invermere. Attendance found a large group of local residents targeted and assaulted two out-of-town visitors at a residential house party. Three suspects have been identified from the group. • November 13: Police responded to a rollover accident on the Westside Road, north of Radium. Investigation found an orange Chevrolet Avalanche was traveling north when it lost control on slippery roads, entered the ditch and overturned. Open liquor was located in the vehicle. The 36-year-old Invermere male was charged with open liquor and his license suspended for 24 hours. • November 17: Police received two reports from downtown Invermere businesses of youths trying to fight. Police attended to find a group of about 50 youths, some displaying riotous behaviour, encouraging one female youth to attack a second. Parents had become involved and members of the group were taunting the parents. One male was arrested for Breach of the Peace and later released to parents. Police are investigating a 16-year-old Edgewater female for bullying a 14-year-old girl.

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November 25, 2005

Klara’s back in Area G By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staﬀ Voters in Area G of the Regional District of East Kootenay elected long-time director Klara Trescher to another term Saturday. This will be the fourth term for Mrs. Trescher. She gained 230 votes to challenger Eugen Seel’s 50. In an interview on Sunday Mrs. Trescher expressed her joy. “I’m really happy,” she said of her win. During her campaign Mrs. Trescher highlighted her belief in restricted development. She says her win is a show of public support for her policies. “I feel it’s a strong endorsement for the direction I’ve been going.” On Sunday morning Ms. Trescher’s vanquished opponent Mr. Seel expressed pride in his campaign. “I’m glad there were some people out there who saw things the way I did,” he says.

In his campaign, Mr. Seel endorsed a more open policy on development. Mr. Seel said the loss doesn’t necessarily mean the end of his political aspirations. “I’m going to be watching for opportunities,” he said. “I’m 75 but I plan on living for a lot of years yet.” Voters in Area G also had two referendum questions on their ballot. Citizens of Edgewater voted 91 for, versus 12 against, in favour of borrowing nearly two million dollars to upgrade the town’s water service. Because of the yes vote, the Edgewater Improvement District - a form of limited local government - will be disbanded. The town’s water service will come under the jurisdiction of the regional district. Voters in Brisco and area approved up to $15,000 annually in additional tax to fund the town’s community hall and cemetery. That vote passed 68 for and 15 against. According to regional district Chief Elections Ofﬁcer Lee-Ann Crane in Cranbrook, 855 voters were eligible to vote in Area G.

Martin victorious in Area F By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staﬀ Area F incumbent Martin Cullen received 313 votes in Saturday’s election, compared to Norbert Schab’s 212. Following the election, Mr. Cullen praised his opponent. “I think Norbert was a very strong candidate,” he said Sunday. “He gave people a clear choice on what they wanted.” The choice was an open policy on development versus belief in restricted development favoured by Mr. Cullen. “This is a strong endorsement of our mandate,” said Mr. Cullen. Pleased with his win, Mr. Cullen says he was

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Thank You I would like to whole-heartedly thank all of you who supported my bid for re-election.

unhappy with voter turnout in Area F where only 525 people of an eligible 1,463 voters cast their ballots. “If people thought: ‘It doesn’t aﬀect me,’ they were wrong,” he says. The unsuccessful candidate Mr. Schab said Sunday that he felt great. “The people made their decision and I and accept that,” he said. Mr Schab said he enjoyed good support in his home area, Fairmont. “I lost by 18 votes there,” he said. “It was Windermere that killed me.” Mr. Schab said he enjoyed the campaign but said he was disappointed by Mr. Cullen’s decision to begin rezoning of controversial Lot 48 during the campaign. Lot 48 will be disallowed for development by owners Fairmont Hot Springs Resort after the regional district board voted to change the zoning.

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Bob Campsall says:

continue to work with the mayor

Thank you for your support in the recent

and council to help confront and

election. Iʼm looking forward to working

resolve the issues that aﬀect the

effectively and productively with the mayor

Gerry Taft

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Thank you one and all for your support. It has been a pleasure serving you.

THE COUNCILLOR IS OUT. BRIAN MCLAUGHLIN

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November 25, 2005

PERSPECTIVE

Historical Lens

Notes From The Pioneer By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher

Congratulations to Invermere mayor Mark Shmigelsky and his wife Robin, who keeps the home fires burning and cares for two tots while her husband is out performing his public duties. If Mark is mayor, can she be considered Invermere’s First Lady? *** Congratulations as well to area representatives Klara Trescher and Martin Cullen, as well as Invermere’s new councillors Sarah Bennett and Ray Brydon. And a big thank you to former Invermere councillor JoAnne Willox, who did not run again; and Brian McLaughlin, who ran for mayor and lost. He toiled diligently for three long years. He came to council meetings well-prepared. He asked thoughtful questions. He set Local trapper Frank Richter poses with his pelts hanging across the front of his cabin, located somewhere in the valley. Photo courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society. an example that the rest of our elected representatives The exact location and date are unknown. can take to heart: good decisions on big issues require lots of homework. *** While searching for information on the internet about the names on our two valley cenotaphs, we came across someone called Mike Wainwright, who is researching his own father’s history. His father and Harold Braathen of Windermere were flying in the same bomber on the night they were shot down and Thanks also to the following which allowed us to place Harold was killed. Mike sent The Pioneer an old news- Dear Editor: empty boxes: Home Hardware, Selkirk TV and Appaper clipping from his files about the Braathen boys – The citizens of Invermere have once again reached pliances, A&W, Canadian Dollar Store, Monkey’s all three brothers served overseas but only Harold did into their pockets to support an arm of the world- Uncle, Lake Windermere Alliance Church, Valley not return. However, Harold was the second Braathen brother to lose his life. Invermere resident Joy Bond wide ministries of Samaritan’s Purse, namely Opera- Christian Assembly, Canadian Martyrs Church, and Windermere Valley Child Care. recalls that before the war one of Harold’s brothers was tion Christmas Child. Because of your generosity, we had the privilege We also thank the many individuals who joyfully riding his bicycle across the frozen Lake Windermere of sending 345 gift-laden shoeboxes to children of de- and generously packed their shoe boxes and brought when he fell though the ice and drowned. veloping countries. The many items, from toys and them to the collection centre. Thanks also to Grey*** Why is the Grey Cup big news almost everywhere sweets to educational and hygiene products, will be hound and the staff at Petro-Can who shipped these else in Canada? Because this is hockeyville, and there distributed to children who seldom, if ever, receive boxes to Calgary, without cost. Your generosity will be rewarded by the joyful just isn’t room here for another major sport. The only gifts, or even the necessities of life, which we take for granted. hands that will reach out to accept your gifts. football fans in the valley have probably moved here We especially thank The Upper Columbia Pioneer from somewhere else . . . like the head of our local and Adrian Bergles for the informative article which Joyce and Lorne Cornelson, RCMP detachment Sergeant Neil Cross, who will be taking his 12-year-old son Dylan to Vancouver for outlined the program and the dates of this campaign. Co-ordinators the Grey Cup game on Sunday. The former Saskatchewanians are Roughrider fans, naturally. *** Closet Coronation Street fans will be pleased to ing or not, but you might like to address this letter know that there are others out there, probably more Dear Editor: to the concerned people in your community, contact than we know. Angus McToogle’s owner Mike Smith I was reading with interest about the Toby The- the Community Players of Biggar, and see what they is threatening to host a Coronation Street Night when everyone must dress as their favourite character from atre. I come from Biggar, Saskatchewan, and they did to save and revive it. the long-running television show: call him if you think went through the same thing. However, the Comthis sounds like a good idea. We think the pub should munity Players got behind it, bought the theatre, Jim McKay, and made it a success. I don’t know if it is still thriv- Calgary be renamed The Rovers Return, just for one night.

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November 25, 2005

MLA says raise was mistake By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staﬀ Local member of the provincial legislative assembly Norm Macdonald said last week’s unanimous vote to approve a 15-per-cent wage increase for MLAs was “a huge error.” On Tuesday the legislation was repealed. The Liberal government withdrew support after their NDP colleagues changed their minds over the weekend. Mr. Macdonald said over the weekend he received many emails and telephone calls which he called “universally negative.” “People looked at it and thought it was a backroom deal, and it’s hard to say it wasn’t,” said Mr. Macdonald on Monday. The bill was introduced by the provincial Liberals at 9 p.m. last Wednesday, Mr. Macdonald said. On Thursday the bill passed three readings and was made law without debate, something which is highly un-

usual, he said. “Is it defensible in terms of process? No, it’s not.” Mr. Macdonald avoided saying his decision to vote for the pay increase came from party leaders. “If I stand up and vote, it’s my will.” Mr. Macdonald called the NDP caucus “inexperienced.” He said the party met over the weekend to discuss the pay raise. “We talked about how we could have arrived at a decision that was such a big mistake,” he said. As well as the pay raise, which would have increased the salary from about $75,000 to almost $87,000 for Mr. Macdonald, he said under the rejected legislation, constituencies like this one would have received an additional $35,000. He said that money could have been used toward research and funding oﬃces in the riding. “The package is something that’s good for the area,” he said.

Out & About The Pioneer is pleased to oﬀer this free weekly feature for coming events around the valley. Please call 341-6299 or Email upioneer@telus.net with your events.

Pynelogs Cultural Centre • Nov. 26, Christ Church - Bruce McKinnon Jazz Trio, tickets at Dave’s and Stobers. • Month of November - Pynelogs Cafe is taking a “coﬀee break” - re-opening December 6. • December Art Sale - unique items for Christmas gifts, 11am to 4pm Tuesday to Saturday, Friday night until 8pm. Gift wrapping station. Plan your Christmas shopping at Pynelogs Cultural Centre!

November 11/18/25 • Ballroom dancing, 6:30 to 9:30pm at DTSS gym. Still space, $100/couple. Call Jan, 342-1195.

November 25/26

Quiniscoe housing project approved By Pioneer Staﬀ Rezoning for the proposed Quiniscoe housing project near Mount Nelson Athletic Park was passed by Invermere council Tuesday night. The rezoning bylaw included a restrictive covenant that will protect neighbouring homes from having multi-family dwellings right next door. Instead a buﬀer zone of single-family homes will be created. The project proposes a total of 34 units in a combination of single-family and multi-family buildings.

Neighbours were outspoken in their opposition to the previous bylaw, circulating a petition, writing letters and voicing their objections at two public hearings. In its ﬁnal meeting, the current Invermere council voted in favour of the new and altered bylaw four to one. Outgoing councillor Brian McLaughlin was the lone opponent. The next council meeting will introduce new councillors Sarah Bennett and Ray Brydon, replacing Mr. McLaughlin and JoAnne Willox.

• Nov. 25, B.C. Outback Final Game, 9:15 to 11:15, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. • The Elf ’s BIG 2005 Craft Show Nov. 25 & 26 - lots of variety and great prices! The “Elves” Snack Shack is back too! Door prizes! Door donation proceeds donated to The Verge For Youth Society this year. Friday, 4pm to 8pm or Saturday from 10am to 4pm at the Invermere Community Hall. • Nov. 25 & 26 - Avon Open House, 4836 Stanley Street, Radium, noon to 8pm. Ceramics and stained glass, too.

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Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 171, 2005 (Fairmont / Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd.)” will rezone the property from A-2, Rural Residential (Country) Zone to SH-3, Small Holding Rural Zone. The public hearing will be held at: FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS RESORT SPRUCE ROOM 5225 Fairmont Resort Rd Fairmont BC MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2005 at 7:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F and Electoral Area G. If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing. SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information contact Rob Veg, Planning Technician at 250 489-0314 or toll free at 1-888478-7335. Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services

A public hearing at the Windermere Community Hall last Monday will help determine the future of a potential 219acre, 1,500-plus unit resort golf course development adjacent to the Invermere crossroads. In order for the plan to go ahead, four parcels of land must be rezoned for commercial use, resort use, multi-family residential and standard residential lots, says Richard Haworth of Stoneﬁeld Development Consultants, which is organizing the project on behalf of the owners. “The intent is to create a resort community,” he says. Called Panorama Acres, the potential resort will be owned by Point Development Incorporated, the same company that owns the Copper Point golf course. It would feature up to 1,375 units in multi-family dwellings, a hotel potentially of 180 units, and up to 55 single-family units on half-acre lots. According to the plan, water for the resort would be pumped from Lake

Marty glad to be home Pioneer Staff Local country singer Marty Biengessner travelled to Portland, Oregon to audition for the television show Nashville Star on November 10th, but did not make the final cut after competing against about 500 other singers. He said the competition was not quite as glamorous as he expected. He spent about 45 minutes in a dingy, smoke-filled room waiting for his turn. After performing on a lighted stage in front of one female and two male judges, Marty spent another 45 minutes waiting before he was told he could leave. Marty said he was disappointed, but added that many other “phenomenal” singers were also rejected. He said he suspects that physical appearance played a role in the selec-

tion process, since the choice didn’t appear to be made on talent alone. But the good-natured Marty said it was a great experience. He and Monty Arnold, brother of his wife Sandra, took the trip with him and they spent a couple of days having fun before heading home. Unfortunately he arrived back in Calgary to ﬁnd his 1992 Dodge Chrysler van had been stolen from a friend’s house. Police have since found the stolen van in Moose Jaw, Sask. To make matters worse, Marty lost his cell phone on the trip and it hasn’t been returned. “I’m so glad to be home,” he said. this week. “I was ready to go into hiding but I played at Angus McToogle’s on Saturday night and my friends cheered me up.” You’re always a star to us, Marty!

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Windermere and treated by a private utility on the resort. Sewage from the resort would be treated and sprayed on the course for irrigation. Mr. Haworth says Panorama Acres will be phase two of the Copper Point golf course. A bridge will be built over the highway to link the two courses. Many who spoke at the public hearing voiced concerns over the potential resort’s sewage system. “Our concern are the septic ﬁelds and the contamination of our water system,” said Gladys Hanson, who lives beside the highway. Terry Connell, who lives on Swansea Road, expressed concerns that area wells could be contaminated. “We all have shallow wells back there,” he said. Scott Frank, who lives on Timbermont Road, said he was concerned with the size of the sewer system. “I would like to see a larger one that has the ability to service in the future,” he said “I don’t want to see 10 or 12 small ones.” Information from the hearing will be considered by the regional district’s board at the rezoning bylaw’s third vote on December 9th.

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The Last Post By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staﬀ After seeing our Remembrance Day issue, several readers called to remind us that 11 men from this area died in the Second World War. There are nine names on the Invermere Cenotaph and three names on the Canal Flats Cenotaph, but Melvin Howard’s name appears on both. Although most of these men no longer have family here, it is important that the community recognizes their supreme sacriﬁce not only on Remembrance Day but throughout the year. Here is the list of men who died in the Second World War, with information from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and the Windermere District Historical Society.

Percy Raymond Edwards listed. If anyone has information about this name, please call us at 341-6299.

Lockwood, Henry Foster: Named on the Invermere Cenotaph. He was a Trooper in the British Columbia Dragoons and was killed in action on August 31, 1944 at the age of 25 years. He was survived by his parents Henry Greenshields Lockwood and Margaret Mary Lockwood, and stepmother Amy Lockwood, of Radium Hot Springs. He is buried in the Montecchio War Cemetery, Italy.

Nicholas, Toby: Named on the Invermere Cenotaph. He was a Private in the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada. He was killed in action at the age of 31 years, on July 21, 1943. He was survived by parents Arbuckle, John Alfred (Jack): Dominic and Sophie Nicholas of the Named on the Canal Flats Ceno- Columbia Lake Band, and wife Antaph. He was a Pilot Officer in the gelica and daughter Joan of Cranbrook. RCAF and died on September 12, 1942 His relatives still live in the valley. He at the age of 22 years. He was survived is buried in Agira Canadian War Cemby his parents, J.H.G. and Ellen S. Ar- etery, Sicily. buckle of Vancouver. He is buried in Runnymeade Memorial, England. Palmer, Gordon Elmer: Named on the Invermere CenoBraathen, N. H. (Harold): taph. He was a Corporal in the Seaforth Named on the Invermere Ceno- Highlanders of Canada. He was killed taph. He was a Flying Officer in the in action on January 4, 1945. No famRCAF and in the early hours of July 5, ily members are listed, but it is believed 1944 he was acting as Second Navigator he was survived by a wife and daughter on a Lancaster Bomber when it was shot in Cranbrook. He is buried in Ravenna down by a German Messerschmidt. Six War Cemetery, Italy. of the eight men on board were killed, including Harold. The other two men Pattenal, Donald Heric: evaded capture. It is believed he was a Named on the Canal Flats Cenoschool teacher before the war and may taph. He was a Flight Sergeant in the have been married. His family lived in RCAF, and died on April 30, 1942 at Windermere. He is buried in Marissel the age of 21 years. He was survived by French National Cemetery. his parents, Donald and Beatrice Patenall of Calgary, formerly of Cranbrook. Docking, John Hamilton (Jack): He is buried in Calgary. Named on the Invermere Cenotaph. He was a Rifleman in the Queen’s Roberts, Melvin Harry: Own Rifles of Canada and died on June Named on both the Invermere and 11, 1944 at the age of 22 years, several Canal Flats Cenotaphs. He was a Wardays after invading France on D-Day. rant Officer in the RCAF and died at He was survived by his parents Percy G. the age of 22 years when his aircraft was and Nora Eileen Docking of Invermere. involved in a mid-air collision over EngHis sister Eileen Tegart still lives here. land on June 24, 1942. He was survived He is buried in Beny-Sur-Mer Cana- by his parents Neil Melvin Roberts and dian War Cemetery, France. Edith Roberts, and wife Mavis Roberts of Hamilton, Ont. He is fondly rememDunne, James Barry: bered by his friend Ray Case, who still Named on the Invermere Ceno- lives in Canal Flats. He is buried in taph. He was a Pilot Officer in an air Darlington West Cemetery, England. In bomber and died at the age of 23. His 1964 a mountain was named after him: parents, James and Eveleen Dunne of Melvin Peak, south of Whiteswan. Galena, first received word that he was missing in action. The date of his death Wirth, Fred: was later confirmed as January 2, 1944. Named on the Canal Flats CenoHe is buried in St. Pol, France. taph. He was a Private in the Canadian Scottish Regiment and was killed in acEdwards, P. I.: tion at the age of 41 years. He was surNamed on the Invermere Ceno- vived by his parents, Albrecht and Sutaph. There is no record of anyone with sette Wirth of St. Gall, Switzerland. He these initials in the Commonwealth War is buried in the Holten Canadian War Graves Commission, although there is a Cemetery in the Netherlands.

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Sewer/Drain Cleaning

Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals • Complete sewer/drain repair • Reasonable rates - Seniors’ discount • Speedy service - 7 days a week • A well-maintained septic system should be pumped every 3-5 years • Avoid costly repairs

Bruce Dehart 347-9803 or 342-5357

LAMBERT-KIPP PHARMACY LTD. J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.) Laura Kipp, Pharm D. Your Compounding Pharmacy Come in and browse our giftware. Open Monday - Saturday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere

342-6612

Jeff Watson

#3, 109 Industrial Road #2, Invermere

Telephone: 342-3659 Fax: 342-3620

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 • Cell: 342-5838

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A-1 Towing

CONTRACTING

COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS & LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION Floor Covering & Cabinets Blinds & Paints 335 - 3rd Ave., Invermere, BC Telephone 342-6264 • Fax 342-3546 info@warwick–interiors.com www.warwick-interiors.com

Fences Allan Block Irrigation

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Decks & Patios Paving Stone Retaining Walls

Donovan Ryan

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

The Pioneer - Your Weekly Source for News and Events

November 25, 2005

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Right on the button! Maurice McIlwrick got low to throw this rock during the Turkey Spiel held last weekend at a bonspiel sponsored by the Invermere and District Curling Club. Ten teams, including one from Calgary and another from Grand Forks, participated in the event which has been gobbling up curlers since 1984. Turkeys were awarded to winning teams.

Radium Hot Springs Esso AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS

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WEDNESDAY SPECIALS • 2 NEW Release Rentals 2 Old Release DVD’s • 2 microwave popcorns plus a 2 L Coca-Cola Product

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Gas ~ Propane ~ Diesel

Greyhound freight and passenger depot. Sean Cronin, left, and Morgan Childs, both originally of Invermere, played to about 50 people with their Jazz Quartet at Christ Church Trinity on Tuesday night.

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380 Laurier Street, Invermere (beside Dairy Queen)

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Good advice, clearly explained

Dry Cleaning • Laundry • Alterations Repair • Bachelor Service

Phone: 342-6610 • 507A - 7th Ave., Invermere

Phone: 341-6299

Dave Sutherland Sales Associate

#8, 1008 - 8th Avenue Invermere, BC www.uppercolumbiapioneer.com Email: upioneer@telus.net

Pierre E. Trudel

Pierre E. Trudel Bus (250) 347-6938 Fax (250) 347-6948 pierre.trudel@clarica.com

Associated with Clarica Financial Services Inc. and Clarica Investco Inc.

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A.R.K. Concrete

Concrete Pump • Sand & Gravel Heavy Equipment Rentals • Crane Service

Residential • Decorative Concrete Floors, Decks, Patios & Sidewalks

342-6522 Ofﬁce 342-6512 Fax 342-5465 Aaron Karl 342-1457 Ryan Karl

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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS HOMES FOR SALE Clean, 14 X 70 Manufactured Home, fridge, stove, washer/dryer, located close to Windermere School. $43,000. 342-9646.

WE WILL PAY YOU

10,000

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SUITES FOR RENT Sunny one bdrm apartment, suitable for single non-smoker. No pets. $600/mth + one third hydro. Cathy 342-7071, evenings 341-3015.

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SHARED ACCOMMODATION

Female in Windermere, $200/ month. 342-5845.

1 bdrm available for rent in �� December. N/S, N/P, W/D. New �� home on 13th in Invermere. rates. Reduced nightly rates, new tires, front wheel drive, Available to responsible, quiet some weekly/monthly (on ap- very dependable and econom- female with references, $450/ proval). Clean and aﬀordable. ical. Ready for winter, $2190. mth. Call Ali at 688-0160. Call 342-6618, Nicky or Al. Call Bob, 341-6018. ��

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waitress. Call 347-0047. TNT Cleaning Service now hiring for winter season. FT and PT positions available. Competitive wages. For more information call Bonnie, 342-0799 or 688-5190.

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CAREERS

1992 Nissan Pathfinder 4x4, ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRAINING, BC $4200. Call 342-0223 or 342- - Licensed Employment Agency. 3 bdrms up, one bdrm 1034. NEED A JOB?! RMT Staffing Sersuite down on one acre in vices - Bring us your resume and Windermere. Quiet pastoral 1995 Ford Windstar GL Van, we’ll find the Right Job For You! setting for long term tenants. immaculate and in good con- NEED EMPLOYEES?! Headhunt$900 up, $550 down unfur- dition. Ready to drive away, ers - we find the Right Person $2800. 342-4449 or 341-1045. For You! Call 342-6011, toll nished + utilities. 342-2042. free, 1-888-737-5511, email Brand new 3 bdrm Copper 1999 Ford Expedition, Eddie rmti@telus.net, website www. Crown townhouse on 12th Bauer, 8 seats, excellent condi- rockymountaintraining.bc.ca, Avenue. 2.5 baths, F/P, 5 appliances, ensuite w/jacuzzi tub, 3 flrs, hardwood floor. Available now. N/S, N/P, references required, $1250 plus utilities. �� Call Donna, 341-1177.

HOMES FOR RENT

2 bdrm main floor suite, Unit #1, 5744 Vermillion Street, Edgewater. Covered veranda entrance, new paint and flooring throughout, very peaceful and quiet, propane forced air heat included in rent, N/S, N/P, wanting long-term tenant. $650/mth. Jeff (403) 2810475, Terry (403) 312-4390, or Cathy, 347-2285. Downsizing? Carefree living in secure 2 bdrm, newly renoWindermere - 2 bdrm upper level vated condo. Ground-level, suite, deck, W/D, N/S, N/P, $875/ patio, shared laundry. N/P, N/S, mth, available immediately. 342- for mature long-term single 3819 or 403-240-0678. or couple. Walking distance to town. Available Dec. 1. $875/ mth + damage deposit and FOR RENT utilities. Call 342-9035. STEIN APARTMENTS - residential and commercial. 342- 6912.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

MOUNTAIN VIEW LODGE, 747 1994 Mercury Topaz GS, one 12th Street, Invermere is cur- owner, V6 auto, 4 door, maroon rently providing OFF-SEASON w/grey interior. 200,000km,

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tion, white with grey leather, 1006 7th Avenue, Invermere, many extras, surplus to needs. BC, V0A 1K0. WE ARE CUR$15,950. 341-3641. RENTLY RECRUITING FOR Sales, Warehouse, Chef and Reserva1992 4WD Chevy Blazer, 4- tions positions. door, automatic, one-time owners. $1400. 347-9822. HELNA’S STUBE requires an experienced part-time evening

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PART-TIME PARAMEDICS The BRITISH COLUMBIA AMBULANCE in Invermere is interested in hiring additional part-time paramedics. WE OFFER: • a chance to serve your community in a vital emergency role; • shifts based on personal availability. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • valid Occupational First Aid Level 3 or EMR; • class 4 BC Drivers License; • Infant CPR “C”; • grade 12 or equivalent; and • good health and a satisfactory driving record.

WE WORK AT PLAY! Stone Creek Resorts, an established real estate developer and golf course operator, is looking to further bolster its resort operations team. We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic individual to join our team. Our approach to resort operations is simple – we strive to provide the ultimate guest experience - which means hiring and retaining employees who strive for excellence in all that they do. We are looking for team players with a ‘can do’ attitude to contribute positively to our continued growth. Our ideal candidates will possess characteristics that reflect our corporate values of caring, integrity, excellence, team spirit and financial responsibility. OFFICE MANAGER-EAGLE RANCH GOLF COURSE Eagle Ranch Golf Course is seeking a high energy, ambitious individual to join our management team. As the Office Manager, you will be responsible for the effective management and operation of the administration office. You will possess excellent communication skills, judgment and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Your background has equipped you with the skill to co-ordinate and prioritize a variety of tasks, from the mundane to the strategic, in a professional manner. RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• The supervision of all golf course accounting functions including the supervision of the administrative team, the management of accounting data, including inventory control and the establishment and revision of operating procedures. • The completion of all bookkeeping tasks including, but not limited to, balancing daily cash-outs, posting ledger entries, invoice entry and reconciliations. • Performing personnel administrative tasks that include ensuring the compliance with WCB and BC Employment Standards, assisting department managers with personnel management, ensuring adherence to corporate HR policies and standards, preparation of operational manuals and payroll processing. • The management of the POS system including tee sheet management and supervision of tee time reservations staff. REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum 5 years of experience in an office environment, which included supervisory duties or, an equivalent combination of education and experience. • A thorough understanding of accounting and bookkeeping procedures with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. • Proven knowledge and ability to use computers and related software with a strong understanding of MS-Excel and MS-Word. • The ability to express ideas concisely and clearly, orally and in writing. • Excellent written skills and the demonstrated ability to develop written reports, manuals and action plans. • Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented. • Knowledge of the golf and/or recreational industry would be considered an asset. This is a full-time, year-round position with medical benefits. Application Deadline: Friday, December 2

For further information and a full application package, please contact:

Resumes may be sent confidentially to:

Peter Hecher, Invermere Unit Chief, 342-6218; or Human Resources Division BC Ambulance Service 1257 Dalhousie Drive Kamloops, BC V2C 5Z5 (250) 828-5840 (ph.) (250) 371-5232 (fax)

Eagle Ranch Golf Course Attention Laurie Klassen RR #3, M-2, C-11, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K3 Email: lklassen@eagleranchresort.com Stone Creek Resorts thanks all applicants for their interest, however only applicants who are considered for the position will be contacted.

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November 25, 2005

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS the Invermere Hospital staff for their dedication to Isobel’s DAVIS, ISOBEL MARIE, R.N. relief. We also cannot express of Fairmont Hot Springs, BC enough thanks to the ladies passed away peacefully in the of the Interior Health HomecInvermere District Hospital on are Unit. LeeAnn Farebrother, Sunday, November 20, 2005, Vivian Bond RN, Chrissy and after a long and courageous Renata RN’s, Georgie, Cheryl, battle with metastasized Joan, Chris and Wendy - your breast cancer. She was 54 years care, humour and competence old, born in Oshawa, Ontario excels. THANK YOU. on October 12, 1951. She was HARRISON, FLORENCE brave until the end. Isobel did “ISABEL” her Registered Nurse refresher Passed away at Columbia course at the age of 51. She worked at the Invermere Hos- House in Invermere, BC on pital and then became a Travel November 19, 2005. Isabel Nurse throughout northern BC. was born on September 23, Helping people, friends and 1915 in New Westminster, BC, family was her reason for life. youngest daughter to HerIsobel’s handicrafts in quilting, bert and Jane Neville Smith. beading and sewing showed A surveyor, Mr. Smith came to work in Edgewater. He liked her patience and talent. She is survived by her hus- the valley so much that he band Tom after 30 years of decided to move his family to marriage, their son Jeremy, Edgewater. There, Isabel met 26, of Invermere and daughter Bill, and they were married on Sarah Davis, 24 of Calgary, and April 26, 1936 in the Anglican her favourite dog, “Shaye”. She Church. Together, they raised is also survived by her Mom, six children in a 3-bedroom Isobel Power of High River, AB, home (situated on what is now brothers Leonard and Gerald Riverview) in the little town. Power of Calgary, sisters Mil- In 1967 they moved to a house lie Oliver of Pickering, Ontario, which still exists on 12th AvAnna Flower of St. Rose Dulac, enue in Invermere. They also Manitoba and Marie Jay of lived near Indian Beach Estates Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Isobel for many years. Isabel was proud of the was predeceased by her father, Gerald James Power of Tor’s work she did. In the early sixties, she was the ReceptionCove, Newfoundland. There will be no funeral ser- ist at the Medical Clinic (now vice by Isobel’s request. There Amanda Hubbard’s office) for will be a celebration of Isobel’s Drs. Martin and Duthie. Some impressive life on Saturday, “kids” will remember her as November 26 between 3pm the high school Secretary at and 5pm for friends and family, DTSS from 1967 to 1978. And, at 4640 Columere Road, Colu- in the midst of that, she helped mere Park. In lieu of flowers, Bill with the duties of the Althose wishing to remember pine Club of Canada for many Isobel may contribute to the years. In 1978, Bill and Isabel left Canadian Cancer Society. the Columbia Valley to make Isobel was a kind and loving Mother, Friend and Nurse who their homes in Armstrong, will be missed immeasurably by later in Blind Bay and Sorrento. all who knew her. “Success can- Her secretarial skills continued not be counted by an Accoun- as she worked in real estate oftant”. The Davis Family would fices in those areas, until she also like to thank Dr. Louw and finally retired at the age of 67.

OBITUARIES

A move to the island, and Duncan, BC became their home. A few years after Bill’s death in 1993, Isabel returned to Invermere, living comfortably in her apartment for seven years. She was a resident of Columbia House for the past year, where she celebrated her 90th birthday in September. She was a member of the Lady Lions and Order of the Eastern Star. Her apple pies (meringue too!) and Yorkshire pudding were among the very best! She is survived by her loving family - sons Gordon (Fay) Harrison, Invermere, BC, Stan (Peggy) Harrison, Edgewater, BC, Brad Harrison, Vancouver/ Golden, BC; daughters Marina (Bob) Savage, Courtenay, BC, Lorraine (Doug) Bolton, Radium BC; grandchildren Greg Dickinson, Trish Bellamy, Stacey (Crystal) Harrison, Cherie (Doug) Hagen, Keith (Krystal) Harrison, Michael Savage, Greg (Maria) Savage, Mitch (Melanie) Savage, Denise (Rod) Kashuba and Mark Bolton; 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Isabel was predeceased by her infant daughter Jane, daughter Doreen Dickinson, sister Phyllis Thompson, husband Bill, and grandson Glenn Harrison. Funeral services will be held at 1 o’clock this afternoon at the Edgewater Community Hall. Internment will follow at the Edgewater Community Hall. In lieu of ﬂowers, a donation to Columbia House, c/o Invermere District Hospital, 850 10th Avenue, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0, would be greatly appreciated. GODLIEN, LILLIAN (nee BARKLEY) December 16, 1926 to November 19, 2005 With great sorrow the family of Lillian Godlien announces

her sudden passing after a brief illness. She is survived by a son and daughter: Eric (Pat) of Brisco and Carol (Marc) of Omaha; daughter-in-law, Patsy, of Wilmer, seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Lillian was predeceased by her husband, Raymond, son, Jerry, and brothers, Lyle and Lynden. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 19 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 2L9.

owland Art Works (across from 347-9841. the Invermere Airport). Call Bob Mitchell at 346-3275, IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to Brisco. the Canadian Cancer Society drop off at the Pioneer, #8, 1008 Custom cut rough lumber, dry 8th Avenue, Invermere or mail fir beams, fence boards, etc. to Box 868, Invermere. For info Firewood - fir, birch or pine call Myrna Verwey, 342-6666. - split or unsplit. Top quality hay, grass/alfalfa mix, round or IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to square bales. 346-3247. Family Resource Centre - drop off at the Pioneer office or mail Table top 10” saw with metal to Box 868, Invermere, BC, V0A stand and 4 locking wheels, 1K0. For info call Pat Cope, $175 OBO, 342-9096. 342-4242, Mon. to Thurs.

For healthy gift solutions this Christmas, contact your local wellness elves: Deborah Griffith, 342-3214, NOTICES www.5pillars.com/creatingWindermere Valley Saddle Club health, or Carol Gordon, 341Annual General Meeting, Tues- 6114, www.5pillars.com/kiasday, November 29, 7:30pm at sociates. DTSS. Everyone welcome! Woodstove, Fisher Grizzly Bear, excellent condition, 8” flue, ANNOUNCEMENTS $550. 346-3219. Samuel Moseanko of Chilliwack is pleased to announce 2000 Polaris SKS700. Very low the engagement of his daugh- km’s, great trail and mountain ter, Donna Okabe, to John Ed- machine, $4500 OBO. 3427535. gar of Invermere. Premium Christmas Trees to THANK YOU your door, $25 to $35. Call to Thank you friends. The sur- confirm size and delivery date. prise was great, but being Deliveries until December 23. able to share our 25th anniver- Call Dale at 342-3569. sary with so many wonderful friends made it even more spe- Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly at the cial. Thanks for a memorable Big Craft Fair, December 2 & 3! evening. - Grant and Diana Electric self-clean range, like new, call Lois, 342-3071. CHEERS &

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CHEERS to George Gray for giving everyone in Fairmont NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS an awesome Christmas Light meet Thursdays, 7:30-9pm, display! Invermere Health Unit, 1100 10th Street, staﬀ entrance.

MISC. FOR SALE Christmas trees - locally grown, sheared and pruned trees, prices depend on size. On sale December 3, 10 and 17, starting at 10am at Mead-

ALCOHOLISM SHATTERS LIVES. To help the alcoholic, you have to help yourself ﬁrst. Al Anon meets 10am Tuesdays at Catholic Church, 1210 9th St, Invermere. For info call Carol at

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. If alcohol is causing problems in your life, call 342-2424 for info. All meetings at 8pm. Sunday - Shuswap Band Hall; Monday - Invermere Group, Christ Church Trinity; Wednesday - Windermere Group, Valley Christian Assembly Church; Friday - Radium Group, Radium Catholic Church; Saturday - Invermere First Step, 628 4th Street; Sunday - Columbia Lake Band Hall, oﬀ Highway 93/95 south of Windermere. All meetings are open.

CAREERS Busy office in Invermere seeks full-time permanent Office Clerk. Must be a team player, possess exceptional customer service skills, be able to work independently and have a strong background in proofreading. Responsibilities include invoicing, customer service and general clerical duties. Requirements: strong understanding of bookkeeping procedures, ability to use a computer, internet/e-mail, operate all relevant office equipment, strong organizational skills and attention to details. Interested candidates should mail resumes by December 9, 2005 to Box 868, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0. Only applicants who are considered for the position will be contacted.

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Christmas Bureau Food Hamper Guide The Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley is once again seeking donations of cash and/or food hampers, in order to make Christmas a little nicer for valley residents in need. The bureau welcomes donations from companies and groups, as well as generous families and individuals. Before preparing a hamper, and before December 13th, please call Gail at 342-6752, or e-mail her at hghoﬀ@telus.net, to indicate what size family you wish to sponsor. You’ll be issued a number that corresponds to your recipient. Deliver your hamper to the Invermere Community Hall between 8 a.m. and 12 noon on Wednesday, December 21st. Hampers should contain non-perishable food items only. Cash donations will be accepted to purchase turkeys and other perishable foods.

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LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, November 27th • 10:30 am Worship and Life Instruction. “The Amazing Emmanuel True Hero Worship”. Open Session Sunday School for ages 3 to Grade 3, 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, November 27th • 8:30 am Edgewater • Worship 10:30 am Invermere - Christ Church Trinity • Worship Rev. Sandy Ferguson • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 342-6644 VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10:00 am • 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

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Saturday, 7:00 pm Mass • Sunday, 9:00 am Mass St. Joseph’s Church, Hwy 93/95 Radium Sunday, 11:00 am Mass St. Anthony’s Church, Canal Flats • Sunday, 4:00 pm Mass Father Jose Joaquin • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Regular weekly worship services every Sunday at 1:30 pm Sr. Pastor Rev. Bryan K. Schinde • Assoc. Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere • 1-866-426-7564 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Every Sunday 10:00 am Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • Radium Seniors’ Hall • 342-6633 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Sunday, 10:00 am President J.P. Tremblay, Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 1-866-349-5772

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Seasons Greetings to All from the Invermere Business Committee For more information please call Nancy at 347-9947 or any member of the Invermere Business Committee

ENJOY SUPER SUNDA SHOPP Y ING FR 12 - 4 p OM m Join the Festive feeling in Invermere! Get Involved!! Be a part of the Parade & line up at Pot Hole Park 12:15 pm. Prizes for best entries!

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Invermere Ofﬁce: 250-342-6505 Wende Brash 342-1300

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This Will Entice You

A place to call home. If affordability and not paying rent come to mind, look no further. This 65 X 12 mobile in Canal Flats is close to the lake, beach, golf and shopping. This will provide an affordable alternative so donʼt wait! Call soon. MLS#114031

Cozy mountain chalet on Radium Hot Springs acreage. Privacy and seclusion within walking distance to Radium resort. The perfect getaway, this home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, large deck and downstairs patio. Open living area with woodstove and spacious loft. Beautiful golf course and mountain views. MLS#113449

Enjoy beautiful custom home details throughout: hardwood cherry plank ﬂoors with slate inlay, granite counter tops, and ﬁr doors with alder trim, wraparound concrete decks. Stay and make Fairmont your home away from home with all the amenities of views, hot springs, golf courses, lakes & boating. MLS# 112951

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Development Lots

$32,900.00

$359,00.00

Condo in the Radium Golf Resort is in exceptional condition. 2 BR, 2 BTR and 2 beds in the family room. Large living room with walk-out to upper deck and BBQ area. Enjoy the sauna, ski locker, ﬁtness room and pool at the resort. MLS# 113512

Affordable low maintenance condo in downtown Radium. Furnished, cozy end unit with great views of the Canadian Rockies. Extra windows to bring in the views and light. Deck backs onto common area and park. Call today for more information. MLS# 113511

$239,900.00

$234,900.00

Your Special Retreat

Breathtaking Views

You will be dazzled by the massive view of Monument Peak while enjoying a drink on the deck of this end unit. The hot pools, skating rink and ski lift are just steps from your door. This fully furnished condo in the Intrawest pool covers your costs and is a great way to get in on Panoramaʼs growth! MLS#107957

$154,900+gst

These properties have been rezoned and are going through the ﬁnal stages for development. With the current RM2 zoning there is room for a fourplex on each lot. The only thing left to do is apply for a building permit. Prime location in town, with great rental potential MLS#112557/59

$249,900.00+gst

Vacation Retreat

Gaze upon the World Famous Columbia Wetlands from your living room window. This very neat and clean home is tucked away in a private corner of Invermere and would make the perfect recreational retreat or affordable ﬁrst time purchase. Selling subject to subdivision, proposed survey available, lot is staked. MLS#113060

$268,900.00

$389,000.00

This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Riverbend condo at Panorama is a rare ﬁnd! A perfect place to relax and unwind during any season. With great revenue, full furnishings, ski in, ski out & within close proximity to the gondola and village amenities, you can be sure of this investment. MLS#108006

$499,000.00+gst

Great House and Property This home in Canal Flats has been refurbished from top to bottom, inside and out. New siding, deluxe sunroom and second story deck. Bright, spacious interior, country kitchen, vaulted pine ceilings and cozy gas ﬁreplace. Basement has outside entry, hot tub and rec room with laminate ﬂooring. MLS#113083

$319,000.00

Country Acreage This beautiful country acreage offers the most spectacular views in the valley. From the majestic Rockies to the east, to the magniﬁcent views of the Columbia River to the south. Great access to Steamboat Mountain for recreation. Bring your quads, snow machines or horses as you pursue the lifestyle that you have always dreamed of. $1,195,000.00+GST