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The Upper Columbia Pioneer • 3

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Fishing huts rammed

By Michelle Taylor Pioneer Staff Vandals have attacked the ice fishing shacks on Lake Windermere again, ramming three shacks with their vehicles and slashing into another one with a chainsaw.

“It’s a shame. We’ve been ice fishing on the lake for the last five or six years and never had a problem,” said Mike Bradford, whose hut has been damaged on two separate occasions.

“It’s just a nice peaceful thing to do out here in the winter. Why do people do this?”

RCMP Constable Rob Weaver said no reports were made last week, but there was an earlier complaint around New Year’s Day when one ice fishing shack was broken into and fishing rods were stolen, and offensive graffiti was written on another shack.

It may be difficult to protect a fishing shack on the lake, but RCMP suggest that people take all items of value out of the shacks each night.

Ice fishing has been a favourite pastime for many locals and visitors for decades.

Building next to Legion will be gutted, rebuilt

“It’s a tradition. We like to fish in the winter because the lake is so full of tourists in the summer,” says Dave Stewart, who owns one of the huts that were rammed.

The ice-fishing season lasts about three months.

This season the huts went out on the lake December 28th and will come off the lake around midMarch.

There are about 16 to 20 shacks on the ice every year. Many are stationed south of Kinsmen Beach where Abel Creek empties into the lake, a popular feeding area for the fish.

According to Dave Stewart, the proximity to the train tracks is also a plus as the fish bite better when a train passes through. “The train’s motion causes the water to move which triggers the fish and they tend to bite more,” says Dave. There are about 20 trains that pass by every day.

“Some people see the shacks as trailer trash, but we are just ordinary people who like to go fishing,” he said. ““If you want to party, go ahead - just don’t Dave Stewart of Invermere shows the spot where wreck our stuff.” someone took a run at the side of his fishing shack.

Gaston Chasse of Invermere and his partner Mike Heidt of Calgary have purchased the former Home Hardware building supply centre downtown on 13th Street and will begin to tear it apart when they take possession of the property on March 1st.

Their plan is to rebuild a combination residential/commercial building but their plans are still uncertain. An extension may be added in the large area at the rear of the building.

“Don’t call me a developer,” said Mr. Heidt.

He’s a former hockey player who spent most of his career playing in Europe. He lives in Calgary and purchased a second home here about 25 years ago.

He and Mr. Chasse have done one previous project together here, building four homes on the property next to Kinsmen Beach.

Gaston Chasse is a lifetime resident and local building contractor.

Blackout just made for romance

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff

Valentine’s Day was even more romantic than usual as a power outage on Monday evening plunged the valley into darkness all the way from Invermere to Golden.

At Portabella’s, guests dined by candlelight while the food was prepared on the restaurant’s gas-powered stoves. But restaurants that use electric stoves, like The Old Salzburg in Radium had to send their guests home.

The dark didn’t deter the guests at Copper City Saloon as the bar was also lit by candles and a new game was invented called “flashlight pool” when

people played a game of pool with the help of a flashlight.

Alex Gunn of Invermere said he was just about to order dinner at Copper City when the power went out, so owner Bryce Mitchell gave him a doggie bag containing a raw steak.

“I went home and cooked it on the barbecue,” he said.

Curlers in the regular Monday-night mixed league play at the curling rink had to abandon the ice in favour of drinks by candlelight.

For kids the mood was almost festive as they were forced to do something besides watch television or play video games. Families reported playing board games and charades.

The outage was completely unexpected as the sky was cloudless and the weather calm. B. C. Hydro manager Dave Hamp said the unusual outage was caused when a 60,000-volt switch failed at the main service centre at the crossroads.

He reminded everyone to turn off all electric lights and appliances when the power goes out, as it helps the crews get the power running again.

This part of the valley should feel lucky as power was not restored in parts of Golden until noon the following day.

As for the romantic part of the evening - please watch The Pioneer’s birth announcements column on the week of November 28th - that’s nine months from now!

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February 18, 2005

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ‘Liberals have broken promises’ Dear Editor: I read with interest Mr. Harmsworth’s letter in The Pioneer last week praising the current government and local MLA. It boggles my mind how anyone can be in praise of this Liberal government with the distrust they have built in British Columbians. And our MLA has stood by all this without a word of protest.

According to the “New Era” document, I have included just some of the things the premier promised he would do. Campbell said he would: Not cut our education system, but schools are closing, class sizes are increasing, and teachers are getting laid off.

Not rip up signed legally binding negotiated contracts, but this is exactly what he did.

Not spend money on unnecessary advertising and self-promotion, but the taxpayer has spent dearly on this. We have all seen massive ad campaigns.

Not cut our health care. Instead they have cut staff in hospitals, cut acute care beds, laid off health care workers and closed long-term care facilities.

Not privatize our health care. In March 2002, leaked documents from the ministry of health suggested that

the government was prepared to privatize up to $700 million worth of important health care services.

Not mismanage our tax dollars.

Instead the premier’s office has a $47million increase, an $18-million internet portal (that does not work), an extra $3 million for the largest cabinet in B.C. history, and a 32-per-cent salary increase for deputy ministers.

Adopt a scientifically, principallybased approach to environment management. But he has not been doing this.

Not sell BC Rail. But he went ahead and did so.

I would like to call all those who call themselves Christians to stand up I read the letters in your paper last for what you know is right and do week and was appalled by them. Some something, for if you know the truth of the words that were spoken touched and stand by and say nothing we are a deep chord in my heart. I am against just as responsible. same-sex marriage because of the detRather than take up any more riment it will have on society. We have space I would ask that those who wrote already seen a declining commitment those letters would talk to me personin relationships today. People have no ally so that I may clarify some of the idea of what a family is any more. I facts that they have gotten wrong in believe that redefining what marriage their letters. is will greatly affect the backbone of society, which is the family.

Christopher Seitz, Invermere Dear Editor:

‘Happy in Fort St. John’

we are able to read it cover to cover.

This helps us to stay connected to They have broken too many promThank you for publishing an in- the community and I know what is ises for us to believe them now. There will be more false promises with an formative paper in a format and font happening in our absence. that is easy to read.

Keep up the good work. election coming.

My husband and I look forward to There will also be the trend to give Judy Laythorpe, back small amounts of funding, to at- receiving this paper each week.

Because of the easy-to-read font, Fort St. John tempt to sweeten the memory of this government’s ruthlessness.

British Columbia has suffered For M o enough. It’s time for change.

341 re Info Call -33 44 Norm Macdonald has and will continue to present intelligent concerns about what has been happening Sunday & Monday to British Columbia, and he is not Great Food & Drink Specials afraid to speak up for the people of 75 3. Tequila Tuesdays this constituency.

Donna Power Radium

‘Thank you for the tremendous feedback’

Dear Editor:

‘Same-sex marriage harms family’

The concerns we received touched on a number of areas. By working closely with the town to survey traffic; analyze water; survey sanitary servicing and storm water we will address infrastructure concerns. The issue of affordable housing is also being discussed.

Together with the town we are also providing some visual materials for discussion on sightlines from downtown.

One cannot of course forget about the positives that this project brings to Invermere.

Thanks once again for the feedback and we’ll keep you posted.

Over the last few weeks we have received tremendous feedback from the town about our plans to redevelop the sand and gravel pit area at the end of 13th Sreet.

It is exciting for us to help refurbish an unusable part of downtown Invermere, and turn it into something people can enjoy.

Many have embraced the benefits this redevelopment will bring to Invermere, and the large majority of comments we have received have been extremely supportive.

We have done, and will continue to do our best, to develop a project that balances viability and compatibil- Marco DeDominicis, President ity in Invermere.

Octagon Properties Ltd., Calgary

Dear Pioneer Staff:

Pizza Nite - Every Wednesday Any Large Pizza for Medium Price Thirsty Thursdays - Wings & Jugs D.J. Will “C” Spins Tunes all Weekend Long

Dance! Dance! Dance!

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February 18, 2005

YOUTH KIDS SPEAK

What are your favourite video games?

“Played Scrabble by candlelight.”

Lance Thomas JA Laird

“Played a card game with my family in the candlelight.”

Myla Halverson JA Laird

“I was in the middle of having a shower” Kaley Prichard JA Laird

“Played Yahtzee.”

Alexis Westergaard Eileen Madson Primary

Totem poles grace local school library

By Kelsie Ede The David Thompson Secondary School Library has recently had a permanent art structure installed within it, courtesy of Ms. Oliver’s Grade 11/12 Ceramics and Sculpture Class.

The students in the Ceramics and Sculpture Class spent weeks constructing these beautiful clay totem poles, and after much contemplation the class decided that the display would be well suited in the library.

The sculptural rings making up the totem poles vary greatly in theme but contribute to make a beautiful diverse structure. The class successfully created a symbolic piece of artwork that can now be appreciated by everyone at David Thompson Secondary School.

Kidz Quiz Corner Question: What do you call a word whose meaning is opposite that of another word?

Question from McWiz Jr. Trivia Game

Bring the correct answer into The Monkey’s Uncle for a chance to win a great prize!

Correct answer to last week’s question - Butterfly.

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Tsunami relief concert planned The Leadership Class at David Thompson Secondary School is putting on yet another big event, the Tsunami Relief Benefit Concert. The concert will be showcasing talent from around the valley, including the musical stylings of Deb Ede, Pat and Leisa O’Sullivan, Kelsie Ede and many more.

The event will be held at the Christ Church Trinity on Saturday February 19th at 6 p.m. Admission to this event is $5 for adults and $3 for those under 17 years.

Door prizes and music will make for an entertaining night for the family. Make sure to come out and enjoy the great music while supporting a worthy cause.

Windermere Valley Literacy and The Summit Youth Centre present:

An Evening with David Bouchard February 26 A gala fundraiser for youth and literacy Tickets available at Dave’s Book Bar and All Things Beautiful or email summityc@telus.net

The Upper Columbia Pioneer • 7

February 18, 2005

Filling the valley with song

Keith Ebbern

By Laurie Kelly Special to The Pioneer What does a choir mean to you? If your answer is beautiful, harmonious singing, then you’re only partly right. For me, and for other members of the community choir in Invermere known as the Valley Voices, a choir means much more.

I am a newcomer to the choir. I joined last October, after having lived in Invermere only a few short weeks. Naturally shy, it was with some trepidation that I went to my first choir practice.

Not only did I not know anyone, but also, I hadn’t sung in a choir for a very long time -- not, in fact, since I was 10 years old.

I needn’t have worried. As I found a seat, my nervous glances at the other choir members were met with huge smiles. “Don’t worry if you have trouble with the music,” reassured the friendly soul sitting next to me, “it’ll come with time.”

Invermere has been entertained by various choral groups that have come together over the years. The group now known as the Valley Voices was born about five years ago, when choir director Ken Mallett entered the scene.

Hailing from Red Deer, Ken, age 60, has a Master’s degree in music and enjoyed a 36-year career overseeing vocal groups and bands, before he and wife Terri, also 60, retired to the valley in 2000. Eager to embrace retirement, Ken didn’t plan on getting

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involved with the choir right away.

“I had decided I wasn’t going to get involved in anything at all for at least two years,” he says.

However, just six months into his retirement, he was approached to help out with an operetta to celebrate the centennial of the Stolen Church in Windermere. Ken couldn’t resist, and the rest, as they say, is history. Other projects followed, and soon the Valley Voices was formed with Ken at the helm.

The Valley Voices currently has 40 registered members. It is a diverse group of men and women of all ages who travel from as far away as Edgewater, Panorama and Fairmont to the weekly practices held at Christ Church Trinity in Invermere.

There is a range of singing ability and experience in the choir, as well. Many choir members have had a great deal of singing experience. There is, for example, soprano Doris Penner, who, as Terri Mallett puts it, “has music oozing out of her pores.” Others, including Irene Hohm, a soprano who sings like an angel, have also directed choirs themselves. Some long-time choir members, including Clara Anderson and Anne Jardine, were part of the choir scene in Invermere long before the Valley Voices came into being. Allison Tucker, the accompanist for the choir, is an accomplished pianist.

There are others, however, who, like me, are “rookies.” Although she’s been singing with the choir for a few years now, Terri Mallett considers herself to be a relatively inexperienced singer. “For 37 years, I watched Ken from the back and I had no idea what he went through to get the wonderful common end, the final performance, together. I had no idea what went on in practices, and what it

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involved, and how much work it is, and how much fun it is.”

Anyone who sees Ken during a rehearsal can tell that he has a lot of fun. However, he admits that his job as choir director - on a voluntary basis, without pay - also comes with a lot of work. “There’s preparing material, making sure the music comes in on time from the publishers, making sure you get the right stuff, hoping that the thing will come together.”

And Ken sets high standards for the choir’s performances. The choral arrangements sung by the Valley Voices are often challenging and complex. For example, the choir is currently rehearsing the score from Les Miserables to be performed at its next concert in April. Other music on the agenda for the April concert includes Sinner Man, Caged Bird and The Lion Sleeps Tonight.

When I tell them how welcomed I felt when I first walked into a choir practice, Ken and Terri Mallett appear to be thrilled. That other choir members enjoy their experience, clearly, is part of the purpose and meaning of the choir for both of them.

Ken sums it up like this. “I know that by the time an evening is finished, people have really worked hard . . . and next week they go on to do the same sort of thing. And you know that each one of them is getting some sort of personal satisfaction out of the thing. With all of that, how can you lose?”

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February 18, 2005

VALLEY NEWS New water system will soak up cash

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff The town of Invermere has asked the provincial government for another $375,000 to help upgrade our water system.

The town has already received about two-thirds of the cost of a new water system - estimated at $2.4 million - from combined federal and provincial grants.

The province announced recently that another $80 million is being made available to B.C. municipalities to help them meet the new stricter provincial drinking water standards.

However, the town’s chief admin-

istrative officer Patrick Robins said the assistance amounts to “a drop in the bucket.”

“Eventually the province would like all towns to use well water, or to treat surface water in a very substantial way to bring it up the new standards,” he said.

He said the province is not yet enforcing a deadline for the new standards but wants every municipality to have a plan for the future.

Both surface water and well water may be contaminated by bacteria which make it unsafe to drink unless it is properly treated, he said.

Meanwhile, he said the town will never run out of water.

The volume of water that drains into our town’s reservoir at Paddy Ryan Lakes west of town is enough to take care of everything that has been approved to date, with water to spare for another 800 new homes.

But there isn’t enough volume in the Paddy Ryan system to service all proposed new developments.

Mr. Robins said approval would never be given to new developments unless there was enough water.

Anyone issued a building permit worth more than $50,000 must pay a development cost charge to help pay for the water.

Drilling of test holes is currently underway in Athalmer to look for a

source of underground water. If water is found in Athalmer, the town will pump it uphill and channel it into the town’s existing water main.

Results from the town’s test drilling are expected in two weeks.

If water isn’t found in Athalmer, the town can look at drawing water from Lake Windermere, but the lake water will require extensive treatment, Mr. Robins said.

The developers of Lakeview Pointe are also conducting drilling tests to locate water for its new condo development in Athalmer.

No one in Athalmer is connected to the town’s water system and every new building must have its own well.

Rotary Club seeking citizen of the year Nominations are now open for the Invermere Rotary Club’s annual Citizen of the Year Award.

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Last year’s Citizen of the Year was Kay Caspell.

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Man charged with arson An Invermere man has been charged with arson after a van parked on 10th Avenue north of IGA was torched and burned. Police said a man, who had been drinking heavily, got into a fight with his room-mate. The fight escalated until he poured fuel onto the other man’s van and lit it on fire.

The Invermere fire department was called to the scene at 12:45 a.m.

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DISTRICT OF INVERMERE Pursuant to the Community Charter, the District of Invermere gives notice of its intention to dispose of the following land: Part of undeveloped Lot A, Plan 17878, District Lot 375 Civic: Industrial Road No. 1 at Industrial Road No. 3 to Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 in exchange for: Undeveloped Lot 1, Block W, Plan 1013, District Lot 267 Civic: 7th Avenue at 6th Avenue The purpose of the land exchange is to accommodate the District of Invermere’s underground water reservoir on Lot 1 and for the School District to pursue future vehicle storage and maintenance premises on part of Lot A. If you have any questions please call Patrick Robins at 342-9281 ext. 228 or Brian Nickurak at 342-9281 ext. 227.

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

HOME HARDWARE SAYS

Thank You TO ALL OUR HELPERS

Thomas Salzbrenner came with truck and trailer and helped move.

Caio & Gerard Paagman came with tractor trailer and helped move our lumberyard and I-Joist yards.

Mark Kline helped out with the Paagman’s trucking.

Norm Hendricks, Chris Wiegert, Mike Wiegert, Jim Raven from NCM construction all brought their trucks and helped us move.

Thank you to Dave Behan and Bill McIntosh of CastleRock Estates for use of their cube van, and Pieter Scheffer for being there day or night trucking lumber from the yard to the store.

A large thank you to all these great people.

And to all our staff and spouses who put up with long hours and hard work, we want to thank all of you who helped!

We are now in our new digs, but far from being ďŹ nished.

Thank you to our customers for working with us on this move!

The new storage building will be started soon and will be key to cleaning up the appearance of our yard. Thank you for being understanding.

The coffee is always on in the paint department, so come in, have a visit and look around!

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WELCOME HOME!

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Announcing RockytopĘźs Dynamic Duo TIM NOGA

We specialize in: Carpet & Window Cleaning • Janitorial Services Stripping and Waxing Floors • Eaves Trough Cleaning Car Upholstery Cleaning • Snow Removal Condo and Residential Cleaning • Lawn Maintenance

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Rockytop is proud to announce the appointment of Tim Noga as General Manager of Rockytop Maintenance and Management.

A resident of the valley since 1992,Tim brings over twenty years experience in property maintenance with him to his new position.

A Heavy-Duty mechanic by trade, he has also done finishing carpentry, plumbing and appliance repair. Tim has done troubleshooting work on phone and cable systems and has worked with furnaces and hot-water tanks on a sub-journeyman level. Tim’s range of knowledge includes experience with electric fireplaces and he has also converted wood fireplaces to electric.

A jack-of-all-trades, he is a consumate professional, thoroughly dedicated to his profession.

Tim is a devoted single father to a son and daughter and has been a member of the Fairmont Voulunteer Fire Department since 1994.

RockyTop Maintenance & Management (division of Wallnuts-R-us Inc.)

Call today: (250) 342-0211 or (250) 342-0244 Emergency service available: (250) 270-0169 or (250) 688-2737 email: wallnuts@telus.net

KEN PATERSON

Ken Paterson is our Shop Supervisor and Master Cabinet Maker. Ken’s specialty is in the building and installation of custom furniture, including but not limited to kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities and entertainment centers. Ken can design a piece of furniture to your specifications on computer and show you how your piece will look, to ensure that it is just how you envisioned it, Ken’s extensive list of experience includes framing, plumbing and heating, drywall and painting. He is a Safety Codes Officer and has also installed flooring, including ceramic tile, carpet and laminate flooring. Having built houses from foundation to finish, you could say that Ken’s knowledge of his profession extends from the ground, up.

Along with his wife and four children, Ken has lived in the valley for the last two years and is also a member of the Fairmont Voulunteer Fire Department.

FOR IMMEDIATE, HASSLE-FREE ASSISTANCE We have certiďŹ ed electricians, plumbers, gas ďŹ tters and top notch ďŹ nishers.

Tim’s Cell: 341-1350 • Ken’s Cell; 270-0169 We are exclusively available to local and Valley residents for all phases of reno construction from foundation to ďŹ nish.

We do it right . . . now!

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February 18, 2005

Classifieds Phone: 341-6299 Fax: 341-6229 Email: upioneer@telus.net Classified Deadline: Tuesdays 4:00 pm

All classified ads must be prepaid by cash or cheque unless client has an existing account.

Rates: First Week: $ 6.50 for 15 words (15¢ for each additional word) Additional Weeks: $ 4.50 for 15 words (15¢ for each additional word) All prices subject to GST.

Please read your ad over carefully the first day it comes out to ensure the information is correct.

If you should find an error in your ad please let us know immediately by calling 341-6299. The Upper Columbia Pioneer is not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion. The newspapers’ responsibility, if any, for errors of any kind is limited to the amount paid for that advertisement. We reserve the right to censor, reclassify, revise, edit or reject any advertisement 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.

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

IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to the Canadian Cancer Society: drop off at The Pioneer, No. 8, 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere or mail to Box 868, Invermere. For info call June Florence, 342-5573.

IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to the Family Resource Center: drop off at The Pioneer, No. 8, 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere or mail to Box 868, Invermere. For info call Pat Cope, 342-4242, Mon-Thu. IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to B.C. and Yukon Heart and Stroke Foundation: drop off at The Pioneer, No. 8, 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere or mail to Box 868, Invermere. Call Pat Lien, 342-3078.

IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS to Alzheimer Society of B.C.: mail to East Kootenay Alzheimer Society,

Box 1094, Fernie, V0B 1M0. For info call 1-800-667-3742 or Melissa Agnew, 342-6591.

24-HOUR WOMEN’S SAFE HOME. 1-800-200-3003 or call the Family Resource Centre, 342-4242, Mon-Thu.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

Wanted: Somebody to take over the lease on a 2005 Volkwagon Jetta Diesel Station Wagon. Colour - spice red. Call 342-1073.

1988 Toyota 4-Runner. High kms, runs well. V-6, 5-speed, new tires, $2800 OBO. Call 341-3738.

FOR SALE

2 table lamps, 3-way light-up blue shade with etched glass - $80 for both.

Large wooden coffee table with lion claw legs and side inserts, top is beveled glass, excellent condition $200.

Small wooden coffee table $50. Large office desk, L-shaped $40. Swivel TV stand with storage $40. Two glassdoored storage units for stereo equipment or DVD/CD etc., $35 each.

Wooden dining room table oval exc. cond $50.

1992 fifth wheel, 21.5 feet, NEW: stabilizer jacks, auxiliary battery, 4 tires, mini-blinds, exterior shower, water monitoring system, full bath, much more. Hitch available. Excellent condition, must see to appreciate. 342-3460 Invermere $11,900.

3 B.F. Goodrich tires A/W LT 265170 R17 50-60% wear left, $100 for all OBO, 342-9096.

1999 Medichair 4-wheel Shoprider scooter new, batteries like new, 3495348 $2200 OBO.

Duplex Rentals

New 2-bedroom, 2-bath executive suite with large deck. All appliances including dishwasher, washer, dryer.

Large lot, n/s, n/p, $1095/month heat and utilities included. Available March 1. Call 342-9770.

Suite RentALS

INVERMERE. Near downtown, 2BR basement suite, fully furnished.

N/S, N/P. $700/month plus electricity. 342-6866 or 342-7378 after 6:00 pm.

Fairmont - Bright 2-BR suite N/S washer/dryer. $800 month includes hydro. High-speed internet available.

March 1st 345-0276.

CONDO FOR RENT

RADIUM - Available May 2005.

Brand new 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo, The Peaks in Radium, 7 appliances, heated underground parking, storage, pool, hot tub. N/S, N/P. $1000/month. (250) 347-9762 or (250) 341-5170.

HERON POINT - Lovely 2 bedroom furnished condo for rent. Cable TV, pool, hot tub. $1000/month.

N/S, N/P. (250) 342-5899.

ROOM FOR RENT

Room for rent. $400/month. References please! Call 347-9770.

Summer Rental

Semi-retired couple seeks 2 or 3 bedroom residence rental, Columbia Valley. June, July and August 2005.

Good road access, internet. References available. Contact brianwilkie@telus. net or call 780-481-2654.

SERVICES

Scrub & Stuff. Cleaning construction, private. Outdoor chores, house sitting. Call 347-9770.

Dashing Lizard Systems Computer Service. After hours service available 342-2044. sales@dashinglizard.ca

Garage Sales

Garage Sale Market 2005 at the Seniors’ Hall on Saturdays from 10 am - 1 pm Feb. 19th and 26th. Free admission or rent a space for $15. Call Kory 347-0076. Rent an outdoor parking space for $15 and sell larger items. A car sold in 2 weeks in 2004!

Tony’s giant carpenter and garden tool sale, next to Huckleberry’s in Athalmer. Friday February 18, 3 pm to 6 pm. Saturday February 19, 8 am to noon.

Panorama Mountain Village is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk and a Senior Cashier. Both positions are full-time, year-round and are part of our Accounting/Finance Department. Please forward resumes and inquiries to Nicole Morgan at nmorgan@intrawest.com, 250-3413063. We are also looking for a fulltime, year-round Maintenance Coordinator. Please forward resumes and inquiries to Adam Hooper at ahopper2@intrawest.com, 250-3413061. For a detailed job description, please visit our website at www.panoramaresort.com/jobs.

Grounds Maintenance. Copper Point Golf Club requires 8 general labourers and 4 students. Rate of pay: $8.50/hr and $9.00/hour. Experience not necessary; will train. Start date: March 28th, 2005 and June 25th, 2005. Duration: Seasonal employment April to the end of October. Only workers who are able to commit for entire season need apply. For interview please contact Dave at 250-341-3390, fax 250-341-3491 or email resume to dlister@copperpointgolf.com Bighorn Meadows Resort, Radium Hot Springs, BC now accepting resumes for full-time and part-time housekeeping staff.

Fax: 250-347-2311 or email: pbusch@bighornmeadows.ca.

Join our team! Lakeside Pub requires kitchen help, cook, prep-cook, janitor. Part-time and full-time. Start immediately. Apply in person or phone 342-6866. Ask for Bruce or Guido.-

CHEERS AND JEERS

Jeers to the hockey coach who was rude and aggressive to the ladies at adult skating on Feb. 11 because his team wanted on the ice before their rink time.

HELP WANTED

Interior World - Full time vacancy for Salesperson/Delivery Driver.

Growing store requires self-motivated person for selling and deliveries. Please forward resume to Interior World, Box 2649, Invermere. Email to: HR@interiorworld.bc.ca

Sales Executives Required Fairmont Vacation Villas is looking for hardworking, career-oriented Sales Executives to be part of the largest vacation ownership resort in Canada. This offer is made to individuals who want above average income and have good communication skills. Please contact Human resources at 345-6321 to arrange an interview.

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Seasonal Labourers

Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) has a tradition of making history, every day. Be a part of it as a Seasonal Labourer in British Columbia. This is a demanding position involving work of a physical nature, in an on-call 24/7 environment, and includes duties such as installation and repair of tracks - all under strict operating and safety rules. The rate of pay for this position is $13.55/hr.

If you have a minimum of Grade 10 education (proof required), are 18 years of age or older, willing to be away from home for periods of time to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, and safety-oriented, join a company that continues to innovate after 125 years in business.

How to apply: Deadline for application is midnight February 24, 2005. Only those applicants selected to attend an Information Session/Interview in Kamloops on March 8th or on March 10th in Cranbrook will be contacted. The hiring process will include the following steps: Information Session, Interview, Security Clearance and Company Medical.

Please send us your resume to: Email: employment_centre@cpr.ca Mail: Canadian Pacific Railway Employment Centre Suite 600, 401 9th Avenue S.W. Calgary, AB T2P 4Z4 Please quote competition #2005-0003a and specify which Information Session you would like to attend when applying. No telephone calls will be accepted. For this and other opportunities, please visit our website at www.cpr.ca CPR is committed to the principle of employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act ( PIPED ).

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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 property is located in the cul-de-sac of the impressive Forest Ridge Estates.

It is surrounded by beautiful views of Panorama ski slopes and incredible mountain scapes. It offers a dream opportunity to create a vacation home in the mountains! MLS#108199

$179,000.00+gst

Scott Wallace 342-5309

Andy Smith 342-1709

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This new corner unit has 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, single car garage, large storage room, deck and awesome mountain views. Walking distance to all Invermere has to offer. New Home warranty and best of all, no condo fees! This wonʼt last long, so act quickly!! MLS#108155

$249,000.00

Premier Development

This is a unique development in a peaceful valley setting with panoramic views.

This subdivision offers many extra features; from the ornamental street lights and storm sewers to the common park areas and jogging trails. Away from it all, yet close to everything. Take a look today! MLS#108346

$129,900.00

A True Must See

Investment Opportunity

Edgewater Commercial

This nearly new 1200 sq. ft home with a walkout basement is perfect for raising your family. Situated on 14.25 acres with magnificent mountain views and is partially fenced. Easy access of Hewitt Road and water license in place the choices are yours.

MLS#108399

Instant revenue generator! This Edgewater fourplex is fully rented and also offers a detached single family home, all nestled on two lots. Close to schools and shopping, low vacancy rate, with upgraded rental suites. A great opportunity! Donʼt miss out on this one, call for a viewing today. MLS#108169

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

$349,000.00

$289,900.00

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Affordable Ski Getaway

This Horsethief studio is as neat as a pin and on the quiet side of the building.

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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

Toby Creek condo has great access to the ski lift and a mountain view. With extra storage, 1 BR and 1 BTR, you can use this condo for your personal skierʼs retreat. Close to village amenities offering lots of year round activities for the adventurer and nature lover. Buyer to assume New Vision levy in addition to purchase price (approx. $17,000).MLS#108398

$93,500.00

$279,000.00

$91,500.00+gst

Unbeatable Combination Terra Vista holds the combination of lake access, private setting and is a family orientated development. This unit has been completely renovated from top to bottom. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, open design, tile floors, oak detailing, large sundeck and quiet location. Close to the one and only SAND HILL, beach, boat launch and marina. Now is the time to act and you could be in for Spring Break. MLS# 108413

$430,000.00

This is It!

With convenience just blocks form your doorstep, you are close to the public beach and downtown Invermere. This quality bungalow is complete with a walk-out basement suite with 2 bedrooms.

Enjoy 3 fireplaces throughout the home and 3 bedrooms on the main level, including master with ensuite and a jetted tub. This wonʼt last long, so call today. MLS#108409

$289,000.00