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Invermere, Radium get share of hotel tax

By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff British Columbia premier Gordon Campbell stopped in the Columbia Valley last Saturday to announce a tax-sharing plan for resort communities in the province, including valley communities Radium and Invermere.

The province’s existing two-percent hotel tax will now be directed back to resort municipalities, said premier Gordon Campbell at the Panorama Mountain Resort. Speaking to about 200 members of the B.C. Chamber of Commerce at their annual general meeting last weekend, Mr. Campbell said under the new “resort financing strategy,” about $10 million will be distributed among 13 resort communities in B.C. by the province’s Ministry of Finance.

The funds will be returned to participating municipalities for development of their tourism economies.

Projects will be based on local needs and could include such things as street or park improvements, or amenities to increase all-season resort opportunities.

“It’s one more tool we can give resort communi-

ties to unleash their vision for becoming world-class tourism destinations,” Mr. Campbell said.

The concept is to use the tax from hotel guests in resort communities to help pay for infrastructure costs like roads and parks.

Exactly how much each community will receive, however, is yet unknown.

Only communities that have economies strongly based on tourism are eligible.

The communities - which include the other East Kootenay towns of Fernie and Golden - must have 2.5 times the provincial average of hotel beds per capita, said the premier.

“It’s a start for us,” said Invermere mayor Mark Shmigelsky. “It’s not a lot of dollars,” he said. “It’s a matter of tens of thousands of dollars.”

Mr. Shmigelsky said the money would be tied to the number of hotel beds in each community. He said Whistler will receive most of the money.

“They’ll probably get six million of it,” he said.

Radium mayor Greg Deck said he doesn’t know how much money Radium might receive.

“We haven’t seen any formulas,” he said.

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June 2, 2006

Vandals hurl rocks through windows

By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff Margaret Kennedy, 82, was awakened at about 4:30 a.m. to the sound of a large rock crashing through her kitchen window.

Mrs. Kennedy was the victim of vandals who struck two residences and one business early Saturday morning, leaving fear, bitterness and broken glass in their wake.

“I was scared,” said the retired woman, who lives alone in the new Stein apartments on 10th Avenue. “I thought somebody was going to kick the door down.”

Mrs. Kennedy called the police and waited in terror for their arrival.

Down the hall Margaret’s neighbour, Lydia Campbell, 93, whose corner apartment faces 9th Street and 10th Avenue, had her bedroom window shattered by a large rock. Luckily the elderly woman wasn’t hit.

“I heard a big crash, but I thought it was outside,” said Mrs. Campbell.

“Sometimes it pays to be deaf!”

About 100 metres down 9th Street, the vandals threw rocks at two large windows at the Majestic U-Brew and Wine store owned by Bob and Peggy Page.

Another rock hit the building’s stucco finish and left a baseball-sized imprint. “It’s caused about $4,000 in damage,” said Bob. He said the alarm came in at 4:27 a.m. In the case of an emergency at Majestic U-Brew, R.F. E. Alarms calls the police first and then the owners at home. The Pages, who were spending the night at Panorama, were called by

their twin sons William and Thomas, who received the call at home.

By the time Bob and Peggy arrived at their store, the police were there.

“It just breaks your heart,” said Bob. The Pages spent the early morning cleaning up glass from their store and the sidewalk before they opened for business on Saturday. Fortunately they carry insurance, but their emotions remain raw.

“As businesses and a community, we need to band together. We’ve got to show that we’re not going to let this happen to our neighbours,” said Bob. “We have to report all incidents immediately to police.”

Bob said the police were investigating a big party at a home on 10th Avenue and he believes people at the party are responsible for the damage.

Mrs. Kennedy said she was relieved after the police responded to her call.

“I felt a lot better after I had someone to talk to,” she said. “The policeman who came was very, very nice.”

Mrs. Kennedy said she heard the sounds of partying - fireworks and yelling from dozens of people gathered around a bonfire - coming from the home on 10th Street. “It was going to all hours,” she said.

“You almost feel sorry for the kids who did this, because there is something desperately wrong with them,” she said.

She is making the best of the situation, however. “I’m going to keep the rock,” she said. “It’s really nice.”

So far police no witnesses have come forward and police have no suspects, said RCMP Sergeant Neil Cross.

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Evicted tenants hurt, bitter on May 23rd to find an eviction notice on the door of the apartment Invermere mayor where she has lived for Mark Shmigelsky said three years. he will appeal to Cardel Mrs. Barrett said she Homes, developer of was told last month by the new Purcell Point Cardel’s property mantownhouse project in ager that she didn’t have Invermere, not to evict to worry about finding a the tenants of the Stein new place for one year.

Apartments during the “He did tell me I had a summer. year,” she said.

Tenants in 14 units Now Mrs. Barrett, in the older white Stein who has lived in the valApartment building be- The Stein Apartment building behind Strand’s Restauley all her life and surhind Strand’s Restaurant rant in Invermere will be demolished. vives on a monthly Canwere given eviction noada Pension, isn’t sure tices on May 23. They have until August 1st to vacate where she’ll go. Like all tenants in the Stein Aparttheir homes. ments, she pays $555 in rent each month.

The building will be demolished to make way for a “I looked into Cranbrook but that’s gone up, too,” proposed 70 new townhouses. she said. “I never thought this would happen to me.”

Mayor Shmigelsky said there is little the district Garry Neigel has lived in the valley for 10 years. can do, however. “The private land developer is well A night auditor at the Invermere Inn, he moved within their rights,” he said. “All we can ask is that into the Stein Apartments on May 1st, and on May they reconsider their eviction timing.”

23rd he received his eviction notice.

The company purchased the land last fall. Mayor “It’s a big hassle,” he said. “It cost me an arm and a Shmigelsky said the project’s development permit was leg in moving expenses.” approved by staff in April and never came before counMr. Neigel said the market for finding rental propcil, as most of the property is already zoned multi-fam- erties during the summer is very difficult. “Where the ily residential, the proper zoning for the townhouse hell are we going to go in the middle of July?” development.

Jessica Hildebrandt and her partner Jeff Mason He said when the development permit was ap- live in one of the four homes along 10th Avenue, also proved, district staff and council understood it would owned by Cardel, that will be demolished. be another 18 months before development began.

They received an eviction notice, along with the Meanwhile, tenants are scrambling to find alter- residents of the Stein building. She and Mr. Mason are nate accommodation in a tight housing market. fortunate, because with family help they have bought Ina Barrett, 75, returned home from a holiday a unit in the new Black Forest Village development.

Those units won’t be available until the fall, however. For the summer the couple will have to make alternate plans. “We’re going to pull our trailer out to Call The Blind Guy! Lake Enid,” said Ms. Hildebrandt.

Interior World (250) 342 4406 She is critical of the way the District of Invermere has handled the redevelopment. “This story needs to be written to the district,” she said. “They’re tearing down the core of Invermere.”

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June 2, 2006

Sudden storm put kayakers in peril

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff Two valley residents nearrowly escaped drowning in Lake Windermere on May 22 when a sudden squall struck without warning.

Crisanna MacLeod of Fairmont Hot Springs and her son-in-law Joey Okros of Windermere were out on the lake in kayaks around 8 p.m. when they saw a storm approaching from the south.

Near the western shore, they decided to cross the lake and make it back to Windermere, but they didn’t make it. Within five minutes the storm hit them while they were in open water, Crisanna said.

“There were instant three-foot waves and driving rain,” she said.

Joey’s kayak, which was larger, capsized and he fell into the water.

Crisanna stopped paddling and drew her paddle into the kayak. She managed to get out her cell phone and call her daughter Crisdon.

“We’re in trouble! Send help!” she called. Then she gripped the gunnels with both hands and huddled in her kayak, which was soon filled with icy water.

For the next hour she waited for help to arrive,

convinced that Joey was dead.

“The wind kept standing his kayak on end,” she said. “I couldn’t see him in the water. I was sure he could not survive.”

Three rescue vehicles that arrived at Tretheway Beach - a fire truck, an ambulance and an RCMP cruiser - had no way of retrieving the victims.

About 15 rescue personnel ran door-to-door in Windermere. Many residents in that community are second homeowners who had already left after the May long weekend. However, rescue personnel were able to locate two residents with boats who quickly made their way onto the lake.

“I heard the rescue vehicles arrive but I couldn’t see anything,” Crisanna said. “When they didn’t come for me I was convinced they were looking for Joey’s body.”

During the ordeal, her daughter Crisdon watched helplessly from the dock. Crisdon and Joey have two small children.

When the two victims were brought to shore, they were treated for hypothermia by ambulance attendants.

Joey, who had never been in a kayak before, was exhausted after spending the entire hour in the water

fighting to try to get back into the boat.

Fortunately the pair, who were dressed in jeans and sweat shirts, were both wearing their lifejackets securely fastened.

“I’m a very strong swimmer and an experienced boater,” said Crisanna, who is still amazed at the sudden onslaught of the storm.

“The lake looks so calm and placid that we forget how dangerous it can become,” she said.

RCMP Constable Derrick Francis, who was present at the scene, said the rescuers located a boat very quickly.

The Windermere volunteer fire department does not own a rescue boat, and the police boat is currently being retrofitted and not in use. However, Const.

Francis said the police have an arrangement with Pete’s Marina to borrow a boat if necessary.

“Last year we called for a boat and he had it fired up and ready to go by the time we got down there,” he said. “So far we have never had any trouble locating a boat if we need one.”

Meanwhile, Crisanna said she is still shaken by the experience.

“It was nothing more than the grace of God that we are still alive.”

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Author and boatsman

PERSPECTIVE

June 2, 2006

Historical Lens

M. J. Lorraine, a civil engineer and author of “The Columbia Unveiled” was photographed near Invermere in 1921 standing with his boat, aptly named Columbia. His book, published in 1924, tells how he built his dory at the headwaters and navigated the entire Columbia River.

Photo courtesy of Windermere District Historical Society

Politicians cross paths in Pioneer office

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher Our federal Member of Parliament Jim Abbott dropped into my office the other day to say hello.

While we were chatting, there was a knock on the door and who should step inside but our provincial Member of the Legislative Assembly, Norm Macdonald.

Mr. Abbott graciously invited Mr. Macdonald to join us, so the three of us had a little visit.

Since Mr. Abbott is a staunch Conservative and Mr. Macdonald an ardent NDP representative, I wondered what on earth we would find to talk about.

We did chat briefly about the tragedy in Kimberley where four people lost their lives. Both of our elected officials were planning to attend the memorial service this week.

Then Mr. Abbott - who is 68 years old and looks

rejuvenated by his party’s recent victory - mentioned how wonderful it is to be in power at last. Our MP lives in Wasa and has been faithfully toiling on the back benches for the past 13 years.

And Mr. Abbott also talked about how rewarding it is to serve under leader Stephen Harper.

“Whether you love him or hate him, you have to admit he is decisive and stubborn and absolutely determined to acoomplish something,” Mr. Abbott said.

Mr. Macdonald, naturally, was politely non-commital about Mr. Harper and did not rise to the bait.

But he did say in his usual soft-spoken manner that he couldn’t help feeling a little envious of his federal colleague for being among those who can effect change.

Mr. Macdonald, who is a novice in the legislature, is still struggling with representing a rural riding in a predominantly urban legislature in Victoria. He is also one of the few NDP members in the provincial

Liberal government.

Both men mentioned the demands of travelling around a large riding, and then flying between Victoria and Golden, in Norm’s case; and between Cranbrook and Ottawa, in Jim’s case.

Coincidentally, one day earlier Wendy McMahon also dropped in out of the blue. She is the former Liberal MLA for this riding, the one whom Norm Macdonald defeated in May 2005. Since then she has kept a very low profile.

Mrs. McMahon has taken an entire year off, travelling between her home in Fairmont and her home in Victoria. She confessed to feeling bored at home and ready to enter politics again if she can find the right position. I guess once a politician, always a politician.

I almost wished she had arrived a day later because it would have been too perfect to see all three of them in the same room, representing a cross-section of the entire political spectrum.

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Chamber president thanks the valley Dear Editor: Last weekend the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce played host to the B.C. Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting. Over 200 chamber leaders from across the province descended upon Panorama Mountain Village for the four-day conference.

Panorama attended to every detail and the quality of customer service by the staff was unparalleled. The food created by Darren Gurr and Peter Bourke from Mountain Resort Restaurants was truly a culinary delight. The Columbia Valley chamber directors would like to thank all the staff at Panorama for going the extra mile – it truly paid off! You even made it rain for a couple of days so the delegates would stay focused and attend all the policy sessions!

This year 45 new policy statements and resolutions were discussed. The voting delegates were asked to approve, defeat or refer each resolution. The timing and nature of the presentation to the provincial government will be determined by the subject matter and circumstances prevailing at the time.

Topics included property rights, property tax ratio, skills shortage, RRSP deadlines, regional governance model, and more. Rounding out the conference was an array of amazing guest speakers.

If any members of the chamber wish to review the policies discussed, please see Heather at the chamber office.

Some of the others we need to thank: Bob Page for taking two days away from his business to personally welcome every guest; Fairmont Hot Springs Resort for gift bags and entertainment host; Copper Point Golf Club for golf and entertainment host; Columbia Brewery for putting us all through beer school; and Invermere Business Committee, Palliser Printing and On Top Productions for rounding out the necessary sponsorship for the Friday evening event featuring Combo Akimbo and Valdy.

I would be remiss if I didn’t thank our executive director Heather Overy, and Marie Birney, for all their hard work and attention to detail, especially pertaining to golf and transportation. The number of delegates who approached me personally to say they had never been to the East Kootenays before said they will be coming back very soon and bringing friends and family. That is one of the many reasons why we all spend so much effort on events of this magnitude!

Thank you, Columbia Valley!

Dee Conklin President, Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce

‘Who will pump their gas and run the grocery stores?’

Dear Editor: I am writing to express my disgust with the town council that approved the eviction of all the Stein residents on May 23, 2006.

The Stein buildings were, until now, the closest thing to affordable housing Invermere had to offer its regular residents.

This eviction not only puts many of Invermere’s working class people out of their homes but it has forced some of us to contemplate leaving our jobs to seek employment and housing elsewhere.

Time and again we see high-end condos and “vacation rentals” going up

with the wealthy tourists in mind.

As these people are deciding to accommodate the wealthy summer residents and visitors, do they stop to consider who will pump their gas, run the grocery stores, resorts, restaurants and golf courses these people are using?

After they are done pushing those of us who “serve” them out of our homes and, by extension, our jobs, will they do the jobs that are beneath them?

I am proud to say that I did not vote for the council that fails to look out for the very people it claims to serve.

Tonya Missler Invermere

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Doreen Stafford leads Canadian Cancer Society’s 2006 Relay for Life

By Kelsie Ede Pioneer Staff

Doreen Stafford of Fairmont is this year’s Relay for Life honourary chairperson.

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Leading the way for this year’s Relay for Life will be the 2006 honourary chairperson, Doreen Stafford.

Over the past 30 years, Doreen has dedicated her life to volunteering for the Canadian Cancer Society.

She first began volunteering in 1977 while living in Calgary.

“I was a stay-at-home mom and my kids were in school,” says Doreen.

“I had a lot of free time on my hands, so I decided to start volunteering.”

That same year, Doreen and her husband Howard purchased a recreational home in Fairmont Hot Springs and in 1988 the two moved to Fairmont permanently.

During Doreen’s first year in the valley, she took some time to settle in and put volunteering for the cancer society on hold.

But after missing her volunteer work, she began helping out with the cancer society here in the valley.

Since she began her volunteering, Doreen has sold Christmas cakes, daffodils, canvassed door-to-door, and helped to organize the campaign itself.

Doreen has also headed the Screening Mammography program in the valley for the past four years. She has spent many hours planning, phoning, and recruiting for the program.

For 13 years, Doreen has co-ordi-

nated the Daffodil Classic golf tournament in Fairmont, which also raised significant funds for the Canadian Cancer Society.

During her time volunteering in the valley, Doreen has also found time to be on the executive of the local unit for six years.

Doreen says she has never had cancer, but the disease has greatly affected her family.

“Between 1963 and 1970, both my mother and my mother-in-law had cancer,” says Doreen.

After seeing these two women battle with this disease, Doreen recognized the importance in volunteering for the Canadian Cancer Society.

Doreen says over the past 30 years, she has been the only person in her family who has not had cancer.

Her husband, whom she has been married to for 51 years, had prostate cancer six years ago but has since recovered.

After all of Doreen’s hard work for the Canadian Cancer Society, it is no wonder she will be recognized as the honourary chairperson at the Relay for Life.

The Relay for Life will take place from 8 p.m. on June 10 overnight to 8 a.m. on June 11.

It will be held on the David Thompson Secondary School field and entries are still being accepted.

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Just Dreaming is the title of this piece by Caralyn Reisle, age 16, one of the members of the high school’s art club.

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June 8, 9, 10 “All In The Timing” DTSS Theatre Check listing in Out and About for info.

Molten Obsession ‘06 • May 16 to June 4

National exhibition of glass beads. Gallery at Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

Impact Brass Quintet • June 5, 7:30 pm

Performing Peter & The Wolf. Concert Series at Christ Church Trinity.

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Planet Artz • Arts Camp for Kids aged 5 to 13 Starts in July at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. For details and to register call 342-4423.

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By Martin Reisle Pynelogs Cultural Centre The year-end art show by David Thompson Secondary School students at Pynelogs Cultural Center will be as diverse an experience as the community of students from which it comes.

As a culmination of the best artwork done by students from Grades 8-12 throughout the year, the show will include paintings (oil, acrylic and watercolour), drawing, photography, and sculpture as well as some wood and metal work.

By no means, however, is this show limited to purely visual forms. The opening night of the show will again include an ‘open mic’, from which creative students will play music, read poetry, and short stories they’ve composed during the year. It is not limited to art students alone but also includes students who met every Thursday after school as part of the school art club, as well as students who participated in a once a month open mic night held at Gerry’s Gelati.

With well over 100 students showcasing their work, and performing, this will be huge show. Last year’s show saw Pynelogs filled to capacity by a very appreciative crowd that stayed around well

past closing.

“It is really nice, with such a large exhibition of visual work, to have other performance-based forms represented as well. My whole goal is inclusiveness, rather than exclusiveness! A lot of students have never shown work in a gallery before, and this will be a really wonderful experience for them. I don’t want to limit that by introducing a theme or any other manner of conformity,” says Robyn Oliver, the school’s art instructor and one of the organizers for the upcoming show.

With ‘diversity of expression’ as its only disparate theme, this show is bound to contain a little of everything and well represent the equally diverse personalities of the young presenters.

This will also be the last chance to see such expressions from many of the presenting students, as a number will be graduating this year and leaving the valley to pursue their creative ends in larger centres.

“This graduating class has a lot of artistic talent!” says Ms. Oliver. It would be a shame not to experience it, while we have the chance!

The show’s opening will also include the judging of a ‘creative contest’ for cash prizes. The opening will be held from 7 to 9 p.m., on Tuesday, June 6th.

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Out & About Please call 341-6299 or Email us at upioneer@telus.net to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Toby Theatre • May 31 - June 3: She’s The Man • June 7 - 10: Benchwarmers

June 2nd - 3rd • 7:30 pm Friday and 1 pm Saturday: The Columbia Valley Twirlers Square Dance Club of Radium Hot Springs are hosting a square dance. All dances are held at the Radium Community Centre at Radium Hot Springs. For more info, call Albert at 347-6573.

• Canal Flats Days; 6:30 p.m. Friday, kiddies’ parade followed by family dance and entertainment at the hall.

8 a.m. Saturday, pancake breakfast at the hall, followed by parade at 11 a.m. Entertainment throughout the day. 10 p.m. Saturday dance at the hall, adults only.

June 3rd • 2 pm: Opening Tea held at the Windermere Valley Museum, Invermere. Everyone welcome.

June 6th • 7:30 pm: Columbia Valley Food Bank AGM, Family Resource Centre (Valley Connections).

• 7:30 pm: Second Annual Creative Contest Awards Night and Student Art Show, Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

June 7th • 10 am: The 13th Annual Literacy Charity Golf Tournament held at Radium Resort. $125/person, includes breakfast at 8 am; registration; 18 holes of golf with power cart; putting contest; prizes; entertainment; and dinner. Hosted by The College of the Rockies, and the Invermere Public Library. For info: 347-6266, or 342-3210.

June 8th, 9th, 10th • 7:30 pm: “All In The Timing” presented by the DTSS Drama Department. Tickets available at the door, adults $5, students $3, DTSS Theatre.

June 9th • 7:30 pm: TNT Co., a children’s drama group, presents “Palindrome Power” at Pynelogs. Tickets available at Dave’s Book Bar. For info: Alice Breeze, 342-3019.

June 10th • 8 pm - 8 am (June 10-11): “Relay For Life,” DTSS track, held by the Candian Cancer Society. For info: (250) 688-4488.

June 12th • 7 pm: “A Simple Curve,” CV Arts Cinefest movie, Toby Theatre, tickets $10 at the door. For info: 3424423.

June 16th • 8th Annual Bull Riding in the Rockies at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For info: 342-6695

June 17th • Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Garage Sale.

Tables and/or tailgates free to participants donating their items and/or sales to the chamber. For info: 3422844.

• 10 am: 4-Week Yoga Program, $55/person, Pynelogs Cultural Centre, upstairs, Only 10 spaces available.

For info: 342-4423

June 21st • Noon: Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce AGM, Best Western Invermere Inn. For info: 3422844.

June 24th • 7 am - 2:30 pm: The Invermere Farmers’ Market starts its 6th season, located on 12th Street and 6th Avenue.

July 1st • 1 pm - 5 pm: Mountain Mosaic Festival of Arts, Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Live music, entertainers, children’s tent, and art auction. For info: 342-4423.

July 23rd • Heart of the Rockies Triathlon, an Olympic-distance triathlon of a 1.5-kilometre swim in Lake Windermere, a 40-kilometre bike ride on Westside Road, and a 10kilometre run to Wilmer. The starting area will be at James Chabot Park in Athalmer. For info call Bruce at 342-3373 or visit www.heartoftherockiestri.ca.

July 28th. 29th. 30th • Dragon Boat Festival, Kinsmen Beach. Free admission to watch or participate in the festivities! For info: 3424242 or www.InvermereDragonBoat.com.

New Video Releases May 30th • Firewall • Glory Road • Running Scared • Underworld Evolution • Preaching to the Choir • The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada

Invermere Thrift Store Thursdays, 10 am-4 pm Fridays and Saturdays, 11 am - 5 pm.

Public Library Hours of Operation Tuesday, 10 am - 5:30 pm Wednesday, 12 pm - 8 pm Thursday, 12 pm - 5: 30 pm Friday, 10 am - 5:30 pm Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm Sunday and Monday, Closed.

OTHER • Windermere Fire Department is seeking community minded volunteers. For info: Aaron at 342-3965.

• Radium Silver Fins Swim Club. See their website! radiumsilverfins.bravehost.com. For info: 342-1369.

Saturdays: • Karaoke every Saturday night at The Sportsman’s Lounge. For info: 345-6346.

• 10 am - 3 pm: “Season Starter Sale” at the Friends of Kootenay National Park Shop at Radium Parks/ Chamber building, beside the bighorn sheep statue.

For info: 342-7300.

Sundays: • 7 pm: Community Hymn Sing at the Lake Windermere Alliance Church, every second Sunday of the month. For info: 342-5961.

• 2 pm: Crib every Sunday at the Brisco Hall.

Mondays: • 7 pm: Duplicate Bridge, Invermere Seniors’ Hall, $2, visitors welcome. For info: Gerriann, 342-9893.

Tuesdays: • 7 pm - 9 pm every Tuesday: ADHD Parent Support Group. Drop-ins welcome, School Board District Office. For info: Lynda, 342-9243, ext. 234.

Wednesdays: • 7 pm Wednesdays: Archery, Lake Lillian, held by the Rod and Gun Club.

• 6:30 pm: Lighten Up Weight Loss Support Circle, first and third Wednesdays of every month at All Things Beautiful.

Thursdays: • 7 pm: Bingo at the Invermere Seniors’ Centre, 130914th Street, every second and fourth Thursday.

• Jam nights every Thursday at The Sportsman’s Lounge. For info: 345-6346.

• 9:30 am-11:30 am every Thursday: Play & Learn Drop-in program for children six and under, and parents at Edgewater Hall. For info: 342-2053.

• 9 pm every Thursday: Karaoke, Whitehouse Pub. Sponsored by

Columbia Valley Food Bank • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 pm-2 pm. To make a donation, mail cheque to Box 2141, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0.

Hot Springs Hours of Operation • Radium Hot Springs Hot Pool: 9 am - 11 pm, Cool Pool: 12 pm - 11 pm. For info: 347-9390.

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• Robert L. Pettigrew pled guilty to failure or refusal to provide a breath sample.

The court heard that before midnight on June 18, 2005 an RCMP constable noticed a vehicle, pulling a boat, that was driving erratically.

The court heard the vehicle was pulled over and the driver, Mr. Pettigrew, exhibited signs of impairment.

He was arrested and taken to the station where he refused to give a breath sample.

Mr. Pettigrew was sentenced to a $600 fine and a one-year driving prohibition.

The following were convicted and sentenced in adult court held at the Invermere Court House on May 24. Presiding was circuit judge D.C. Carlgren of Cranbrook.

• James K. Dahl pled guilty to breach of probation.

The court heard that at 8:22 p.m. on January 6, 2005 RCMP were called to an accident at Radium Golf Course Road and Highway 93/95.

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The court heard Mr. Dahl was at the time on probation for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and by court order could only operate a vehicle between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., and then only for work-related purposes.

Mr. Dahl was sentenced to a $500 fine.

• Carmen D. Salazar pled guilty to operating a motor vehicle while disqualified.

The court heard that on December 17, 2004 Columbia Valley RCMP received a phone call informing them that Ms. Salazar had been driving on Kootenay Highway No. 3 near Windermere.

The court heard that at the time Ms. Salazar was prohibited from driving.

The court heard that RCMP Constable Luke Johnston attended and was told by a witness where to find Ms. Salazar.

Cst. Johnston pulled over Ms. Salazar, who was driving a 1986 Ford Aerostar, on a dirt road on the Columbia Lake Reserve. He then found Ms. Salazar to be without a driver’s licence.

Ms. Salazar initially pled not guilty to the charge.

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A taste to remember: Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly

By Kelsie Ede Pioneer Staff

Dave Sutherland, Kathy Degenhardt make great jelly.

From selling advertising for The Pioneer to bartending at Copper City, Dave Sutherland’s daytimer is always full.

Despite his busy schedule, he finds time for one of his favourite hobbies, making his special hot pepper jelly.

Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly is locally famous and is in great demand by his faithful customers.

Always interested in cooking and trying new recipes, Dave made his first batch of jelly 15 years ago.

“I really enjoyed the jelly the first time I made it,” said Dave.

After tweaking the recipe to become his own, he began creating new flavours of hot pepper jelly and gave some away to his friends.

“Then I realized I was giving lots of jars away, and decided to try selling them. After I began selling them, I had Bob Ede from The Pioneer help me design some labels which are printed at Palliser Printing.”

Now with around 10 flavours, Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly is finding its way onto a whole variety of foods.

“It goes well with traditional things such as cream cheese,” says Dave “But I have had people tell me that they mix it

in with spaghetti sauce, put it on their eggs, and one person told me they like it with their pizza.”

It also goes great on crackers, chicken and works as a tasty side dish for barbecued ribs.

Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly features different fruits and berries, such as apple, huckleberry, strawberry, mango, pineapple, ginger pineapple, chokecherry, and kiwi. He even made a special order of banana hot pepper jelly on request.

He admits that the rhubarb hot pepper jelly is his favourite.

“I really enjoy hot and zesty food,” says Dave.

He’s looking into establishing a line of dry barbecue rubs. And he’s also pondering a hot peppy jelly that would be unique to the Columbia Valley.

Dave is not the only mastermind behind his jelly business, though. He has the help of his fiance Kathy Degenhardt, who has been his hot pepper jelly partner since the two began dating three years ago.

Together they brew up large batches of jelly and sell it at craft shows throughout the year. This weekend Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly will be available at the Spilli Chilli Cookoff starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 3rd at the Spillimacheen Festival Grounds.

Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly can also be purchased at Grant’s Foods in Invermere - or from Dave himself by calling 342-0838.

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Basic Barbecue Sauce (Courtesy of the Konig Meat and Sausage Company) This classic South Carolina recipe is an excellent meat marinade. Pork shoulder is the meat of choice, but it works well with chicken or beef. Makes 1.5 cups of sauce.

1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup yellow mustard 1/4 cup white vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Combine all ingredients except salt and pepper together in a two-quart saucepan and bring to a boil.

Simmer over medium heat, stirring until slightly thickened (about five to seven minutes). Season to taste.

Sid’s Favourite Rub (Courtesy of Sidney-Anne Porter, owner of AG Valley Foods) Sid says this one’s great on beef, chicken or pork. Just rub it into the meat, wrap and refrigerate overnight. This recipe makes three-quarters of a cup, which will keep for about four months when stored in an airtight jar.

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Rick’s Gourmet Cheese Steaks (Courtesy of Rick Wiltse, Manager Mountainside Market, Radium Hot Springs) Four 6-oz tenderloin steaks 7 oz. herb and garlic cream cheese 2 tbsp. half-and-half 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper

2.5 oz. sliced mushrooms, drained Heat grill and cook steaks to desired doneness. In a saucepan, combine cream cheese, half-and-half and pepper. Blend well.

Cook until cheese melts and mixture is smooth.

Add mushrooms, stirring constantly. Serve over the steaks.

Balsamic Honey Pork Tenderloin (Courtesy of Pioneer Publisher Elinor Florence) 2 tbsp. (25ml) liquid honey 2 tbsp. (25ml) grainy mustard 2 tbsp. (25ml) balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp. (15ml) olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper 2 pork tenderloins

Combine honey, mustard, vinegar, oil, garlic, salt and pepper; add pork, coating thoroughly. (You can make to this point and refrigerate up to 24 hours) Reserving marinade, place pork on greased grill pan over medium-high heat; brush with marinade.

Close lid and cook, turning occasionally for about 18 minutes or until just a hint of pink remains inside.

Transfer to cutting board, tent with foil and let stand for five minutes. Cut into half-inch thick slices.

Dirty Bob’s Back Ribs (Courtesy of Bob Ede, Pioneer Creative Director) 2 racks baby back pork ribs 1/2 cup onion, large, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups ketchup 1/3 cup vinegar 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 3/4 cup molasses 1/2 tsp. each pepper and salt 1/4 cup tomato paste 1/2 tsp. Liquid Smoke 1/2 tsp. Tabasco sauce 1 oz. whiskey

Combine onion, garlic and whiskey. Saute until onion and garlic are translucent, about 10 minutes.

Add all remaining ingredients. Bring to boil.

Simmer, uncovered, until reduced and thickened, about 15 to 25 minutes.

Preheat oven to 325F. Put ribs in a roasting pan (on a rack). Smother with half of the sauce. Cover tightly with tin foil and a lid. Cook for 1.5 to tow hours.

Preheat barbecue. Remove ribs from roasting pan and put on barbecue grill. Baste with other half of the sauce.

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Honouring their dead

By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff

Two female paramedics hold hands throughout the service to help comfort one another. The emotional service left few dry eys in the arena.

Member of the local ambulance team, Peter Hecher, watches the service from a sea of emergency workers. Rescue workers from across Canada and from the United States attended the service.

Local RCMP corporal Dale Morgan, dressed in his red serge uniform, attended the memorial service and marched in the parade alongside other RCMP members from throughout B.C.

Members of emergency services crews from the Columbia Valley stood beside their colleagues from across the country in Kimberley on Monday to honour four people, including two paramedics who were killed in the line of duty.

“We’re very tight-knit,” said Jason Steinke, a six-year veteran who works on the Invermere ambulance crew and attended the disaster scene at the decommissioned Sullivan Mine in Kimberley. “For me, my colleagues are a second family.”

Mr. Steinke was one of six Invermere ambulance personnel in Kimberley to pay their respects. He knew one of the victims, Kim Weitzel, who started working as a paramedic around the same time.

Mrs. Weitzel, 44, and fellow paramedic Shawn Currier, 21, died while trying to rescue mine employee Bob Newcombe and contractor Douglas Erickson.

Mrs. Weitzel’s eulogy told of her commitment to the Kimberley Ambulance crew. Mr. Currier was described a young man with a passion for helping others.

Mr. Newcombe, 50, was described as a devoted father, and Mr. Erickson, 48, as a good friend.

The four people were overcome at the mine site which is owned by the Teck Cominco company and has been inactive since 2001. Investigation into the accident

Emergency workers parade down Rotary Drive in Kimberley before the service begins. The parade was two kilometres long.

is underway but it is not yet understood how the accident occurred.

“We will get to the bottom of this terrible tragedy, and we will assure this does not happen again,” said Bill Bennett, B.C. Minister of State for Mining, one of many to speak throughout the afternoon service.

The service at the Kimberley Civic Centre drew members from ambulance crews from every Canadian province, many

“For me, my colleagues are a second family.”

- Jason Steinke, Invermere American states, hundreds of Kimberley townspeople, civic and British Columbia provincial politicians, and B.C.’s Lieutenant Governor Iona Campagnolo.

The arena was filled to near capacity.

On each chair set out for family and ambulance workers lay a small package of Kleenex, and during the ceremony few eyes in the house remained dry.

Drew Sinclair, a volunteer firefighter in Windermere, works part-time with the Invermere ambulance team and is currently taking the Primary Care Paramedic program through the B.C. Justice Institute

Ryan Ostashower of the Fairmont Fire Department outside after the service.

in Cranbrook. Mr. Sinclair was a classmate of young Mr. Currier.

“He was really gung-ho,” said Mr. Sinclair of his classmate’s commitment to his work.

After his death Mr. Currier - who had not yet completed his paramedic’s course - was issued an honourary diploma by the B.C. Justice Institute.

Ryan Ostashower is a volunteer firefighter in Fairmont. He knew Mrs. Weitzel, since Kimberley ambulance personnel are routinely sent to the valley when needed and vice versa.

“She would tell us firefighters what a wonderful job we did,” he said.

Mr. Ostashower said he remembered an occasion where Mrs. Weitzel came and helped with a young child who had been badly hurt in a biking accident.

“She didn’t just make the patient feel good, she made us all feel good, as well.”

Mrs. Weitzel also made regular trips to Invermere to teach first aid courses at the College of the Rockies.

Columbia Valley RCMP Corporal Dale Morgan marched among his colleagues in a memorial procession before the event.

“It’s important to show support for all our fellow emergency support staff,” he said, dressed in the traditional red serge RCMP uniform.

“It’s like a big family.”

Photos by Kelsie Ede

Lieutenant Governor Iona Campagnolo spoke at the memorial service.

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By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff More than 100 Canadian troops destined for the battlefields of Afghanistan were in the Columbia Valley this week, training for a dangerous mission abroad.

The troops are army foot soldiers, members of the

Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, third battalion, “C” company, based in Edmonton.

They were in the valley to take basic mountain training in the Purcell Mountains west of Spillimacheen.

This February the troops will ship out for a sixmonth tour of duty in Afghanistan.

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“Everything we need for trainlessons, the meadow was full ing is right here,” said Sgt. Maj. of activity. Army cooks made Tony Meier, the lead instructor. meals, mechanics worked on He and six other instructors led light duty Mercedes utility ve125 soldiers, some of whom had hicles, the scent of diesel fuel no mountain experience, through in the air. “We don’t sit around a week’s worth of training. on our butts. We keep busy,” Their training ground was said Sgt. Maj. Meier. an old Barite mine now owned Cpl. Martin Blanchard, a

by John Tapfer west of Spillim31-year old from Newfoundacheen. land, was assigned to show The mine - inactive since The Pioneer around the tem1957 - left a rugged, open scar on porary base. the landscape. The jagged cliffs A veteran of the struggle in and deep canyons are perfect for Afghanistan, Cpl. Blanchard teaching the mountain climbing said this is a “different era” for and rapelling, rope bridging, and Canadian troops in AfghaniLeft to right: quartermaster John Devine, property owner John Tapfer, and Sgt. Maj. Tony Meier. personnel and supply raising and stan. lowering techniques the troops “This time it’s a different In late April, the 25-year army veteran and his practiced throughout the week. mission,” he said. “We can’t say we’re there as peacefriend, Wade Engelsby, also a member of the Princess “I heard about this area through a friend of mine keepers. We’re there to bring peace, and to hunt out Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, sought out Mr. Tapin the military,” said Sgt. Maj. Meier, dressed in a burthe Taliban.” fer, who owns 220 acres surrounding the old mine. gundy nylon shirt to identify himself as an instructor.

Another soldier, Master Cpl. Jason Leavitt from “It’s good they’re using it,” said John. “They’re “He heard about this area as a climbing spot.”

Edmonton, added: “It’s tough to be away from your good, they’re friendly.”

Sgt. Maj. Meier said the army often gets permisfamily, but my wife is a strong woman.”

In a meadow a short distance from John’s home, sion and uses private land for training. “We go all over Master Cpl. Leavitt has served abroad before. He the soldiers set up an encampment. Many large and the country and do the same deal,” he said. was in Kosovo as a part of the NATO mission there small green military trucks sat parked, about 50 green The area around Canmore has been used for army in 1999. tents were set out for sleeping, and other larger ones mountain training in the past. “But Canmore is get“I don’t think guys are scared,” he said of going to served as temporary kitchens and dining halls. ting used by Calgary a lot and it’s really getting tourAfghanistan.

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There are three basic things that make the game of golf harder than it has to be: sand traps, water hazards and “out of bounds.”

All of these can add multiple strokes to your score in a heartbeat. How fair is that?

So what if we want to swing with all our might at the little ball perched on the tee with a club that has up to 460cc of mass? Why should it matter if the ball goes 150 yards forward and 225 yards sideways? That makes the hole long enough without the penalty for going out of bounds!

Then we have the problem of water usually found near the front of the green or at a distance that is just within our reach causing us to swing extra hard whereby ensuring we mis-hit the ball. Luckily, we can then either blame the ball or the club for not doing

what it was supposed to. The real downside when this occurs is the extra numbers on the scorecard.

Have you ever had one of those rounds where it seemed every time a bunker appeared, your ball made a bee-line for it? Happens all the time to me.

You would think that with all the practice, I would be a great sand trap player. Yeah, right! Every course has different amounts and type of sand in their traps. This makes for different techniques to make great shots.

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This means more strokes on the scorecard. This means more frustration and probably a harder, faster swing on the next tee-box. This means another 150 out and 225 over and out of bounds again!

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New coach for Rockies

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff The Columbia Valley Rockies have a new coach.

Chad Allen, 28, has arrived here from Olds, Alberta where he has been assistant coach with the Olds Grizzlies. He replaces former coach Matt Hughes who has left the valley.

“This was too good an opportunity to pass up,” said Chris, who was alerted to the job opening by his parents, Chris and Robyn Allen, who moved to the valley ten years ago from Calgary.

Chris works at Fairmont Resort Properties and Robyn works in the pro shop at Riverside Golf Resort.

“Dad’s a real hockey fan and my Mom was a real hockey Mom,” says Chris, who has been involved with hockey since the age of 12. Chris, who is single, has one sister Courtney who lives in Victoria.

He has coached Junior B, Elite Bantam and Elite Midget hockey in Calgary.

He attended the University of Calgary where he graduated with a degree in kinesiology in 2004.

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Chris said he has been visiting the valley for ten years and over the years has gone to some of the Rockies games with his father. “I have followed the league pretty closely,” he said.

The enthusiastic new coach plans to begin by sprucing up the dressing room in the arena with a fresh coat of paint.

“I want to give the players a home away from home.” he said.

He also plans to improve the team’s involvement with the community during the coming season.

Meanwhile, he will be watching the Stanley Cup final with mixed feelings.

“I’m sort of torn,” he admitted. “It would be nice to see the Cup come back to Canada, but growing up in Calgary it’s almost forbidden to cheer for Edmonton.”

The Columbia Valley Rockies belong to the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League’s Eddie Mountain Division, which includes Fernie, Kimberley, Golden and Creston.

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Register now for the Columbia Valley Dragon Boat Race and Festival. www.invermeredragonboat.com

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cabin/studio. Unique park like setting with privacy and views in the heart of town on 1/2 acre parcel (3 R-1 lots). Development potential, 342-3129.

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Professional office space for rent in Invermere. Large view office with negotiable services. Please call 342-9450 for more info.

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STEIN APARTMENTS - residential and commercial. 342- 6912.

3 bedroom new duplex, fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher.

Open floor plan, deck. $1050/ month. Call 341-1389.

4 bedroom trailer, 1.5 baths, nice yard, available July 1. W/D, dishwasher, cats ok, $1000/month.

342-7625.

For Rent or For Sale: 3 bedroom with new large living room addition, new siding, flooring, many extras. $750/month or $36,000.

Call 1-403-742-6467.

HOMES FOR SALE 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo with loft at The Peaks in Radium.

1700 sq.ft, gas fireplace. Beautiful SW views of mountains and golf course. Swimming pool, hot tubs, and underground heated parking available to residents.

Available July 1st. Please Call 250-347-2252 or 250-342-5220.

Save $ and finish it your way.

Well built older home on new basement, 1200 sq. ft. on 6000 sq. ft. lot. Two blocks to town center and three blocks to the

2002 Kia Rio RXV. The economical graduation gift. Worry free transportation, excellent fuel consumption and reliability.

Only 40,000 km, new front tires, one owner, lady driven. Asking $10,000 OBO, 342-3569.

1991 Subaru Loyale hatchback, new tires, new battery, 4 wheel drive, $1,000 OBO, 342-5199.

1978 Buick Riviera, 64,000 miles original. $5,500 OBO 342-7393.

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VEHICLES FOR SALE

LAND FOR SALE New Duplex, 3 bedrooms, stainless steel appliances. Fully insulated basement and interior walls, soundproof. Great starter home $192,000. 437B 4th Ave, phone 342-3349.

Radium: 2800 sq.ft complete duplex, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 8 appliances plus central vac.

Concrete wheelchair ramp, with a large landscaped lot. Parking for 6 cars. Great for homebased business or investment. $339,000, phone for viewing 347-9222.

Clean and bright 3 bedroom home with separate guest

1990 Ski-doo Mach 1, rebuilt engine, 1-1/2” paddle track, runs great. Comes with ‘89 parts Ski-doo. $1500 OBO, 347-9533.

Spectacular Crescentwood lots in Edgewater coming this spring. Cordillera Avenue Project in planning. “Town Square” commercial-residential lots now, with sewer service to property line - $66,000. Live and work in a village setting. Edgewater Developments, 250-347-9660, edgeh2o@telus.net.

1989 Chevy extended cab, standard, 4x4, 80,000km on rebuilt 350 engine, 2 sets of tires, drybox and boxliner. Wired for stereo. $4,000 OBO, 347-9533.

BOATS FOR SALE

1991 Toyota 4runner, excellent shape, complete mechanical overhaul, 150,000km on rebuilt Toyota engine. 6 disc changer, tule ski-box, full cage rack. $6,200, 342-5395.

Summer fun - 16’ Seaspray Catamaran, very good condition, 2 sails, trailer included. $2,950 OBO. Call Steve 341-1965.

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1994 Dodge Spirit 116,000km, grandmagranddaughter owned. New summer and winter tires.

Great grad gift or second vehicle for around the valley. $3,000 OBO, Katie 341-1415.

GARAGE SALES Saturday, June 3, 10 am to 2 pm.

Stoddart Creek Road, Setetkwa turn off, follow signs. Something for everyone.

MISC. FOR SALE Custom cut rough lumber, dry fir beams, fence boards, etc.

Firewood - fir, birch or pine - split or unsplit. Top quality hay, grass/alfalfa mix, round or square bales. 346-3247.

HAY, top quality round bales, alfalfa grass. Call Elkhorn Ranch 342-0617.

1986 Volvo 740 GLE, $1,000 OBO, 347-9845.

COW manure, well-aged, will load, $50 for pick-up load. Call Elkhorn Ranch, 342-0617.

‘92 Tracker 4x4, automatic, $2,495, 342-5971.

Queensize pine bed w/new mattress, $150 OBO. 347-6523.

$10,000,000 in vehicle inventory.

Homelite Generator LR4300, 7.5HP. 220/110 volt, 30 amps.

250-417-9119 or 342-0575.

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ELKHORN Ranch is selling the following items: tranquilizer gun, oxygen amsk and tank for animals, new propane furnace & hotwater heater, tablesaw, Sony CD player, antique sergeant’s desk, children’s bikes. Phone

www.cranbrookdodge.com

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1988 Nissan Pulsar NX, 2.8L, Twin Cam, 175,000 km, CD, ttops, asking $2,200 OBO. Call 342-0176 or 342-1517.

1995 Dodge Caravan, 3.0L engine, automatic, 2 sets of tires, 177,000km. Up to date servicing, full maintenance records.

CD, A/C, cruise, 33 mpg. $3,600 OBO, 342-9766.

to view complete inventory.

342-0617.

NEW 8” cedar bevilled siding already finished with 2 coats of natural transparent stain, $1/ foot. Call 250-342-5089.

JennAir S/S fridge/freezer, stoves, double bed suite, table, chairs, dryers, various beds.

From $30 - $100. Call Dorothy 342-3826.

22’ car/equipment $2,200, 342-5971.

trailer,

2001 5’x10’ Royal enclosed cargo trailer. Used very little, $3,200 firm, 342-6647.

Venture Trailer Deluxe screen tent, 9’x12’, sturdy structure, brand new, $100. 345-0065.

Clean, good quality queen mattress set, used by one person, 8 years. Best offer, 342-6127.

1977 18’ ski boat for sale, w/150hp Mercury. Too many extras to list. First $4500 takes all.

Mountain bikes - 2 men’s, 1 ladies $150-$125. Call 342-6656.

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE: Tuesdays at noon Phone: 341-6299 Toll Free: 1-877-341-6299 Fax: 341-6229 Email: upioneer@telus.net All classified ads must be prepaid by cash or cheque unless client has an existing account.

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 Columbia Valley Pioneer is not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion. The newspaper’s responsibility, if any, for errors of any kind is limited to the amount paid for that advertisement. We reserve the right to censor, re-classify, revise, edit or reject any advertisement not meeting our advertising standards.

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June 2, 2006

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENT Francois and Colleen LOUW wish to thank the Hospital, as well as Dr. Page for the great assistance and care during the birth of Luka Alexander, May 25 at 5:30 am.

He weighed in at a healthy 7 lbs, 8 ozs. He is healthy and doing great. We’d also like to thank everybody who wished us well and sent presents and goodies for young Luka.

PETS 9 pups to go, 5 females, 4 males.

9 miles south of Windermere, 3 miles north of Fairmont. I live in the big red-roofed house, #2870 Kootenay #3 Road. Contact Harvey Stanley. Good bear and cougar dogs, also.

Lawn & Property Maintenance, no job too small! Keith, 3426358.

Want to create your very own book? Even just one copy? Simple and fun online publishing system. Make a book in an afternoon! www.makebooksonline.com DJ Eavestrough, formerly AJ Siding, is pleased to announce we are once again offering eavestrough and custom bending to the Invermere and surrounding area. 347-7778.

Warbrick Towing & Salvage 24hr Towing. Free unwanted vehicle pick-up. Call 342-9514 or cell 342-5851.

CHEERS & JEERS WANTED Blacksmithing anyone?

Hammer-in at Gunner’s Place June 3 and 4. Show what you can do or watch others. Steel and refreshments supplied. Info: 342-3470.

Wanted: cross-country mountain bike in good condition for 5’6” female rider, 341-6183.

LOST MISSING: Siamese cat from Juniper Heights Trailer Park.

Gone since last Wednesday a.m.

Any info call 342-7625.

LOST: One kayak paddle, white blades, black handle; one bilge pump, orange and black. Lost May long weekend in Lake Windermere. Call 342-8947.

SERVICES Odd Jobs Hauling: Chainsaw duties, brush and garbage removal, construction disposal, and mulch deliveries. Call Dale Hunt 342-3569.

JEERS to the two young girls who stole the tip jar from Toad’s Hole Cafe.

JEERS to the people who park in the handicapped parking in front of the post office and do not have a handicap parking permit.

CAREERS

required by busy law firm.

Possible summer position for Grade 11 or 12 student. Hours M-F 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Answer and direct calls, take messages, receive payments, mail, bank deposits, other duties as required. Absolute discretion is essential. Hubbard & Blakely, Attn: Susan, Box 639, 1309 7th Ave, Invermere, V0A 1K0, handb@telus.net. No phone calls please. Drop off resume, fax or e-mail. Position to take effect end of June.

Apprentice Stone Mason, male/female, $13-$17 depending on work experience, learning curve. Assisting stone mason, Doc Stone 342-5845.

Well established, local construction company, serving the Columbia Valley for over 25 years, is now hiring carpenters, labourers, equipment operators and first aid attendants for immediate, full time employment.

We offer an excellent wage and benefits package, based on experience. Students looking for summer work will also be considered. Please fax resume to 250-347-2328 or e-mail to builders@cyberlink.bc.ca.

We are looking for lumber yard and store staff who are energetic, outgoing, self motivated, fast learners and work well with others.

Bring resume to Ace Hardware. .

Radium Resort is now accepting applications for Cooks, Dishwashers, Front Desk, Housekeeping, Ground maintenance, Cart attendants and Bell person. Fax resume to 250-347-6298 or drop off at the front desk.

Anglz Hair Studio is looking for full-time hair stylist to start immediately. Call Maria 342-3227.

HOUSEKEEPER wanted, once per week, references. Phone Elkhorn Ranch 342-0617.

Field’s Store now hiring. Apply with resume to 526 13th Street, Invermere.

Seasonal part-time receptionist

Windermere Valley Golf Course is currently taking applications

Angus McToogles Restaurant, Invermere, has summer positions for F/T & P/T kitchen help cooks, prep, dishwashers. Phone 341-6868 or 341-7205.

Candyland requires part-time help, 20 - 40 hours per week.

Phone 342-2125 or 342-9235, or apply in person.

for full time kitchen staff as well as turf maintenance personnel. Positions are seasonal and start ASAP. Contact Jenn (food and beverage manager) at 3423004 for clubhouse positions, and Dave (superintendent) at 342-4440 for maintenance positions, or submit resumes by fax, 342-0119, or e-mail to kdawsonwv@shaw.ca.

Portabella Restaurant requires 2nd cook, P/T-F/T evenings, $12-$13/hr depending on experience; dishwashers P/T-F/T evenings, $9-$11/hr depending on experience and maturity.

Please drop off resume or call Nick at 342-0606.

Looking for energetic people for busy local restaurant. Need kitchen and serving staff who want to help to develop fun, casual atmosphere. Good starting wage, performance and season bonuses. No Experience? No Problem! Willing to train if you have the right attitude. Call John Cain at 341-6000 or 342-5832.

THE PIONEER CLASSIFIED DEADLINE: Tuesdays at noon #8, 108 - 8th Ave. Invermere Phone: 341-6299 Toll Free: 1-877-341-6299 Fax: 341-6229 Email: upioneer@telus.net

Sears is now hiring for a permanent, part-time position, apply in person.

Melting Pot Eatery in Radium requires full and part-time day and night shift servers. Apply in person or fax resume to 347-9089.

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

Dave’s Book Bar is now hiring full-time, year round staff. Apply in person, 1046 7th Ave.

Peppi’s Pizza The Italian Fuel

ight, Play All Day! Work At NHiring All Positions: Full + Part time

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Contact Tim days or evenings with resume 342-3421 Employment opportunity

Director of Development Resort and residential Development Company located in the Columbia Valley has an immediate requirement for a Director of Development. The successful candidate must possess the following skills: - Clear understanding of -Strata property titling -Development and Building permit processes -Municipal bonding requirements -Project cash flow / requirements - Experienced in all aspects of Zoning, Planning, and utility requirements.

- Ability to establish working relationship with local governments.

- Establish construction budgets, schedules, and measures of quality.

- Insure cost effective quality build that meets all codes and developers’ standards.

- Work closely with Architect, Developer, and General Contractor to insure efficient Build.

- Perform risk assessments, project analysis, to prove out R.O.I. for project Shareholders.

- Ability to multi-task and oversee numerous projects at one time.

Local resident with excellent communication and computer skills would be definite assets of the successful applicant. Remuneration package negotiable based on applicants experience and skill set.

Apply in the strictest confidence to: All applications will be responded to.

5105 – Wilder Loop Rd. Fairmont Hot Springs BC V0B 1L1

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Bow Wow Meow makes your pet happy ents who are visiting the valley on vacation.

“Florida is the furEver since Lana Banthest place I have every ham was a young girl had a pet come to me growing up in the valley, from,” said Lana. she has had a passion for Over the past 10 animals. years, Lana has spent “I’m really good at much of her time travelreading their language ling to various countries and anticipating what is such as Mexico, India going to happen,” said and Thailand where she Lana, 33. often assists at animal A former legal secshelters. retary, travelling around “You dig into everythe world helping at anithing when you’re there,” mal shelters has given her said Lana. “It’s a great exthe experience to operate perience.” her own pet care services Lana said she grew business. up nurturing and rescuLana is the proud ing animals ever since she Bow Wow Meow owner Lana Banham plays with one of her little clients named Sydnee. owner of Bow Wow can remember.

Meow, offering non-ken“My real passion is Recently adding a new grooming salon to the nel boarding, day care, grooming and pet visits for property, Lana makes the animal’s stay unique and abused and neglected animals,” said Lana. dogs and cats.

Lana is schooled and certified in pet first aid, as fun.

Offering a non-traditional approach, Lana has a well as pet massage. She has completed grooming acAfter an animal has spent time at Bow Wow boarding service for the animals in which they spend Meow, Lana sends the owner home with a keepsake of creditation through JKL Grooming Academy and also their days running around the yard and sleeping inside the visit - a write-up from the perspective of the pet, earned experience working in Calgary. the comfort of her home.

She plans to expand her business, possibly introand a photograph taken during the stay.

“I try to keep the animal’s schedule close to what ducing a traditional kennel boarding service for dogs.

“Owners seem to really enjoy it,” said Lana. they are used to,” said Lana.

Contact Lana at 342-5859.

Most of her business is local, but she also has cliBy Kelsie Ede Pioneer Staff

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS CAREERS

ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRAINING, B.C. Licensed Employment Agency.

Need a job? Need employees?

WE HAVE: Class 3 driver’s, Welders, Office Admin, Bookkeeper, Small engine mechanic, Labourers, Crane Operator, Grounds Maintenance, Tourism & Hospitality (Front Desk, Guest Services, Cashier, Food & Beverage, etc...) and MORE! WE NEED: auto tech, insulators, beam/pole manufacturing labourers both indoor & outdoor, tile setter, roofer, property maint., carpenter, inv. consultant & general labourers. Call toll free 1-888-737-5511 or local 342-6011. rmti@telus.net, www. rockymountaintraining.bc.ca

Seasonal labour needed, no experience necessary, must have valid driver’s licence. Call Bryce, Rocky Mountain Tufa, 250-6880060.

Helna’s Stube is seeking a parttime evening server. Make up to $25/hr with tips, summer and Christmas bonus. Medical and Dental plan available after 6 months. Call 347-0047.

Helna’s Stube is hiring part-time evening kitchen/dishwasher.

Wages starting up to $11/hr, DOE, summer and Christmas bonus. Medical and dental available after 6 months. Call 347-0047.

Akisqnuk Rediscovery Camp

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Are you being paid what you’re worth?

Are you happy where you are working?

Fairmont Creek is looking for housekeeping, laundry, maintenance and renovation staff.

We offer full time, year-round employment, as well as part-time, weekend or summer employment. We provide a friendly, team spirited environment where you can make a difference.

For a confidential interview, call Dianne at 345-6116.

CAMP COOK

The Akisqnuk Rediscovery Camp is a teepee camp located at Whiteswan Lake. It is rustic, but has an electric fridge , generator 2 propane stoves with ovens. Kitchen is in a covered shelter with a floor, propane gas grill, BBQ. Must have reliable vehicle to pick up own groceries in Invermere.

Must have own tent and camping gear.

The camp is in a beautiful location, good fishing, canoeing, hiking, First Nations cultural environment.

A Dog is welcome.

Cook and bake for 25 campers & staff for 39 camp days July 2 –Aug 27.

We supply a cook’s helper.

There are 12 days between camps where you would not be required to be in camp.

Contact Robert 250 342 6379 or email Robert@aksiqnukrediscovery.com

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June 2, 2006

Stop overwatering your lawn!

Submitted by Lake Windermere Project Your lawn only requires one inch of water once a week. Measure the amount of water by placing a container on the lawn while it is being watered.

Excessive watering will lead to shallow root growth and weakened grass, as well as increase the incidence of disease and pests.

Water as needed rather than on a set schedule. The Lake Windermere Project’s 2005 Lake-Use Survey results indicated that 67 percent of respondents water their lawn an average of two times per week, where once per week would have sufficed. Often rain will provide your lawn with all the water it requires.

Water in the early morning to reduce the amount of evaporation. Watering during the late evening is not recommended because cooler temperature and sitting water encourage disease.

Mow high to promote vigorous growth, prevent weeds and discourage pests. Keeping your grass at a height of at least three inches will shade out weeds and keep the soil cool and moist.

Cool season grasses go through a natural and

protective state of dormancy during hot, dry periods, common to the Columbia Valley. A healthy lawn can survive several weeks in a dormant state, where it may wilt and turn brown, but will green again when regular moisture conditions return.

The District of Invermere is on a 365-day water restriction. Residents can only water on odd or even days of the month depending on their house number, and can water only before 10 a.m. and after 5 p.m.

In the Regional District of East Kootenay, watering restrictions are in effect during the summer months. Residents may water from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Windermere residents north of Windermere Creek can water on even numbered days and residents south of Windermere Creek can water on odd numbered days.

Timber Ridge and Lakeview Meadows residents living in even numbered homes can water Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, while those in odd numbered homes can water Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, with no watering on Fridays.

For more tips on watering contact the Lake Windermere Project at 341-6898, or visit the project office beside the Invermere Community Centre.

Lisa Rohrick home for a visit

Local missionary Lisa Rohrick will speak at Lake Windermere Alliance Church on Sunday, June 4 about her experiences in Niger, West Africa.

Lisa is the daughter of Lenore and Dan Rohrick of Invermere.

She graduated from David Thompson Secondary School in 1983.

She attended Canadian Bible School, then Simon Fraser University where she received her science degree in 1990, and Canadian Theological Seminary, where she earned her master’s degree in

1995.

Lisa moved to Niger in 2004 and works among the Fulani people, a semi-nomadic group of cattle herders.

Lisa has also written two books, Both Feet on God’s Path and Any Road, Any Cost, as well as four children’s books and numerous articles. She also writes regular submissions for The Pioneer about her life in West Africa.

Lisa will speak at the church at 10:30 a.m. and again at 7 p.m.

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5/19/06

Highway1 Traffic Delays

Glacier National Park to Donald and Local Sideroads The Ministry of Transportation advises that a 30 km section of Highway 1 from the east end of Glacier National Park east to the Columbia River Bridge at Donald west of Golden will be resurfaced this spring and summer. This work will consist of barrier replacement, shoulder widening, drainage improvements, pavement milling and asphalt resurfacing.

Work will commence in May with anticipated completion by July 28, 2006.

Travellers can expect minor delays of up to 20 minutes when there is work during night time hours from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Traffic control at night will consist of single lane alternating traffic stoppages, lane closures and piloted traffic control through the construction work zones.

Daytime travel delays for daytime work will also occur, but will be less, and limited to reduced construction speed limits around workers and equipment through the project’s various work zones.

Miscellaneous side roads in the Blaeberry, Moberly and Golden areas will be resurfaced during daytime hours.

Watch for overhead message signs and allow extra time to reach your destination. Construction speed zones will be in effect, and traffic fines are double in work zones. Watch for flagpersons and help keep our work zones safe.

The Ministry apologizes for the inconvenience and thanks you for planning your travel around this important highway safety project.

Contact information: General Contractor: Dawson Construction, Kamloops, BC: 250 374-3657 Ministry of Transportation Road Conditions: 1 800 550-4997 (charged call) Web site: www.drivebc.ca

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Self Serve Pet Wash at the

Invermere Veterinary Hospital Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 1 pm - 5 pm Hydrosurge bath includes apron, towels, shampoo, conditioner and dryer Under 20 lbs - $12 • 20 - 60 lbs - $16 60 - 100 lbs - $20 • 100 lbs + - $24 Also available upon request - Nail Trims $10

Appointments 342-7007

District of Invermere

Financial Reporting Presentation Pursuant to Section 98 of the Community Charter, the annual report for the District of Invermere will be presented during the June 27, 2006 regular meeting of Council. The meeting will take place at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers located at 914 - 8th Avenue. Council invites comment from the public and will allow submissions and questions from the public at this meeting. The annual municipal report is available for public inspection during regular business hours.

Karen L. Coté Director of Finance P.O. BOX 339, 914 8th AVENUE, INVERMERE, B.C. V0A 1K0

LOVELY LAMBKINS - Mark and Ruth Zehnder have a new crop of adorable spring lambs on their ranch west of Invermere. The lambs are born spotted with black and gray, and turn white as they get older.

Photo by Kelsie Ede

Notes From The Pioneer

We’re still looking for deer repellant recipes. One Pioneer reader swears by Bloodmeal, which is popular and widely available. “Sprinkle throughout garden, and even on flowers.” Another remedy is Ivory soap.

“Slice into pieces and hang them from your cedar trees,” she says. *** Who is the helpful soul who con-

structed a beautiful wooden stand for The Pioneer’s yellow box at the group mailbox in Columere Park, just outside Coy’s Par 3 Golf Course?

Many thanks to you for making it easier for our readers to reach in and grab their Pioneer.

If you know who did this for us, please call 341-6299 so we can thank them in person.

TELEPHONE: (250) 342-9281 FAX: (250) 342-2934 19 – 24th Avenue South Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: (250) 489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335 Fax: (250) 489-3498 Email: rdek@rdek.bc.ca

NOTICE OF MEETING

FAIRMONT AREA PARKS & TRAILS A public meeting to discuss setting up a system to acquire and fund parks and trails throughout the Fairmont Hot Springs area, including Columere Park, Dutch Creek and Columbia Ridge, will be held on:

A map of proposed boundaries of the service area is shown.

Please attend this meeting if you are a resident and/or property owner of this area. Your input is important. In the months following the public meeting, electors will be asked to approve the establishment of the parks and trails service. Attending this meeting will help ensure you receive the information you need to make an informed decision.

Lee-Ann Crane CAO

District of Invermere IMPORTANT NOTICE 3-Way Stop (Intersection of 9th St. & 7th Ave.) Speed Reduction Safety concerns along 7th Avenue have been identified with regard to both vehicular and Pothole Park pedestrian traffic. In an effort to improve public Parkside Place safety the District will be reducing the speed in the downtown. The speed limit reduction will 9th Street cover the following areas, all streets between Edge 4th Street and 14th Street and 10th Avenue STOP Inside Store Sports and 6th Avenue. This speed reduction will include 7th Avenue.

AG Valley Foods A 3-Way Stop at the intersection of 7th Avenue Oriental and 12th Street will also be created. STOP signs Palace at this intersection will be installed on June 1st, 2006.

If you have any questions or require any further information please contact Brian Nickruak, Director of Municipal Works at the District Office at 250-342-9281 ext. 227.

STOP

Monday, June 12, 2006 7:00 pm Fairmont Hot Springs Resort - Pine Room 5225 Fairmont Resort Road

THE PIONEER’S WEBSITE: www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

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P.O. BOX 339, 914 8th AVENUE, INVERMERE, B.C. V0A1K0

TELEPHONE: (250) 342-9281 FAX: (250) 342-2934

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FAITH

Valley Churches

Church not what you think

By John Cuyler Valley Christian Assembly When I say the word “church” what comes to your mind? Perhaps a vision of a place where “religious” people gather on a Sunday morning dressed in their best clothes to sing some old songs that are hard to understand, where everyone is subdued and no one would dare crack a smile.

Maybe the word invokes memories of being dragged to a place that nobody wanted to go to but they went anyway. Does the mention of the word bring thoughts of a place where the vocabulary is foreign, the music is outdated, the message is irrelevant, they are looking to take your money, the atmosphere is cold and humor is non-existent?

I would have to admit some of the blame for people feeling this way about the local church is the fault of those of us who are part of it. In years gone by, the church was the center of the community. It was the place where people gathered not just on Sundays, but on other days of the week to socialize and get help.

However, over the years we Christians began to take a “them versus us” attitude turning the church into a fortress where we could be sheltered from the evil world outside our doors. This left the impression upon those who were not part of the church that we hated them and wanted them to stay away.

How tragic this is for us to act so unlike the very One we worship. Jesus rarely hung out with the re-

ligious crowd. He was much more at home among the folks that many religious people considered the outcasts of society. If Jesus was here on earth today I think you would be more likely to find Him among hurting people who are struggling with addictions or emotional turmoil than with the church crowd.

In fact, the religious leaders of His day were constantly criticizing Him for hanging out with the “wrong crowd.” One day these religious leaders challenged Jesus before His followers as He dined at the home of a local tax collector and his friends. They asked Him, “What kind of example is this from your Teacher acting cozy with crooks and riff-raff? Jesus, overhearing, shot back: “Who needs a doctor: the healthy or the sick? I’m here to invite outsiders, not coddle insiders.”

(Matthew 9:11-13, The Message) Jesus’ words should be a wake-up call to us, the local church of today. We, the local church, are “here to invite outsiders, not coddle insiders.” We must give the impression that our doors are open to everyone who wants to check us out. We must go outside the church walls and engage people where they live, work and play. We must strive to lift the stigma off the church for those who are scared to death of what they might find if they ventured inside the doors.

It is our hope as a local church that we can change the mindset of those who regard church as a place to avoid to once again be the center of our community where everyone is welcome, where love and laughter are common, where the music is modern, and where Jesus is presented in a innovative and relative way.

Our desire is that people will find when they step into our building that just like a slogan I once saw on a T-shirt, “Church has changed,” for the better.

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, June 4th - 10:30 a.m.

“An Exchange of Veils.” Lisa Rohrick, Missionary to Niger, West Africa, speaking. Worship and Life Instruction. Sunday School for ages 3 to Grade 7 during the morning service.

7:00 pm Lisa Rohrick speaking Senior Pastor Rev. Dieter Magnus • Associate Pastor Rev. Jared Enns 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 342-9535 WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY Sunday, June 4th - 8:30 a.m. Edgewater - All Saints 10:30 a.m. - Invermere - Christ Church Trinity, Worship & Sunday School.

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 Canadian Martyrs Church, Invermere Saturday, 7:00 p.m. Mass • Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Mass St. Joseph’s Church, Hwy 93/95 Radium Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Mass St. Anthony’s Church, Canal Flats Sunday, 4:00 p.m. 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 at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 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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32 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

June 2, 2006

Invermere

At Panorama: At Radium:

Independently Owned and Operated

250-342-6505

Wende Brash 342-1300

Bernie Raven Daniel Zurgilgen 342-7415 342-1612

Ed English 342-1194

Well Priced View Lot

Jan Klimek 342-1195

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John McCarthy Lynda Kirkpatrick Scott Wallace 342-5309 342-1758 341-1907

13th Street Office: 250-342-2829 Toll Free: 1-888-258-9911

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Recreational Retreat

Andy Smith 342-1709

Ali Wassing Bryan Hookenson 341-1052 341-1266

Rob Rice Deborah-Kim Rice 342-5935 341-5935

Lakeview Lot

This is a 50ʼX120ʼ in-town lot with great views over Toby Creek, the Purcells and up the Columbia River wetlands. Within walking distance of downtown Invermere, this lot is situated on a quiet street in an established neighbourhood.MLS#117251

Bright, airy corner unit fully furnished for easy rental. Walking distance to shops and golf. Views of the mountains and wetlands from the deck. Easy to show. Call today!

MLS#117507

On beautiful Columbia Lake. One of the coveted front row lake view lots, property is bounded on the north by lake access parkland. Over 1⁄2 an acre of spectacular lake views, private subdivision ownerʼs lake access.MLS#117616

$275,000

$389,900

Spectacular Setting

Huge Views

Commercial Opportunity

Travel trailer park model located on the far end of the beautiful Canyon RV Resort on Sinclair Creek at Radium Hot Springs. End lot with a beautiful location on the creek.

Spectacular setting, lease in place until 2018. MLS#new

Check out the huge and amazing view of Monument Peak! Enjoy the hot pools, skating rink and ski lift just steps from your door. Fully furnished, in Intrawest Rental Pool to help cover your costs. Affordable, stylish and tons of fun! MLS#115590

This lot is located on the Highway 93 in Radium Hot Springs. Over 200 feet of highway frontage on Highway 93. A great opportunity to get your own business started.

MLS#115286

Your Lucky Day

Close to All

Black Forest Heights

Your chance to buy this developable, nicely landscaped and sized lot with NO building commitment. Tucked in the heart of town just inside the intersection of Luck Avenue and Arbuckle Street in Canal Flats. This wonʼt last long – act now! MLS#115692

Great 2 bedroom starter home with single attached garage and close to all schools.

Walking distance to downtown, parks and beach. This corner lot property has been updated and has a new roof. MLS#new

Floorplan features ensuite bath, walk-in closet. Pine finishing in kitchen area and lots of windows. Two bedrooms down and large family area with walkout and fireplace make this the perfect property.MLS#new

$165,000

$52,500

$69,900

Contemporary Pleasure

$149,950+gst

$239,000

$49,900

Columere Park

Contemporary home is centrally located to schools, shopping, parks and the lake. Home features a large deck with mountain views. Three private BDRʼs each with their own baths, stone fireplace. Partially developed basement has outside entry.

MLS#new

Behind Coyʼs Par 3 Golf Course in a quiet, private cul de sac, this log home has great appeal. Big log garage (20 by 31 ft.) for all the toys. Own private beach, park and boat launch/ marina on north Columbia Lake.MLS#117624

$339,000

$439,900

$299,000