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February 24, 2006

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VALLEY NEWS

Spring says ‘thank you’

Invermere’s Spring Hawes will host an open house at her health food business, the Mustard Seed, to thank everyone who has supported her over the past six months.

The open house will run this Sunday from 2-4 p.m. Tea and cookies will be served.

Spring, 33, who broke her neck in a mountain biking accident last August, has been in Invermere fulltime since the beginning of February.

After her accident, which has confined the mother of two to a wheelchair, the community rallied on her behalf. Many fund-raisers were held and a donations bank account was opened on her behalf. Tens of thousands of dollars were raised toward her recovery.

“I just want to give everybody the opportunity to come by and say ‘hi’ if they want to,” said Spring. “It’s a little bit of a thank you.”

Spring, who said she is feeling better every day, has been looking forward to the open house. “We’ve been planning to do something since day one,” she said, “and I’m feeling well enough now.”

Spring said her improving health was a key factor in deciding to hold the open house. “To be honest, the idea of just seeing people that I haven’t seen for awhile was a bit daunting.”

Before returning home, Spring spent January in Calgary at a private rehabilitation clinic. She is now living with Fiancee Byron Leinor, who has renovated their home to make it more comfortable and accessible. Byron, who recently proposed, widened the door to the bathroom and has removed the tub. He also took out the home’s carpets to make it easier for Spring to get around in her wheelchair.

As well, Spring’s mom Maxine, who is from Kelowna, is staying with the family, which includes kids Jesse, 14, and Tyler, 15.

Spring said since she’s returned to Invermere she hasn’t been able to go back to work at her business just yet. “I’m looking forward to being able to come into work a little more often,” she said.

She says her staff have been a big help during her absence and she will continue to rely on them. “They really stepped up, let me tell you,” she said.

She’s getting married - Invermere’s Spring Hawes will tie the knot with fiancee Byron Leinor this summer.

Photo by Dave Sutherland Spring is working to get caught up on business matters, including a move from the shop’s current location to the new Parkside Place. She now does more bookkeeping and ordering by computer, something she did little of before her accident.

She said her role at the Mustard Seed will be different when she gets back to working full-time. “I used to be the person that was there all the time,” she said. “Now I’ll be the person in the background.”

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February 24, 2006

Communities hit by power outage

By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff An early-morning power outage left businesses and residents in four valley communities with partial power for hours during frigid winter weather on Friday.

The temperature in the valley dipped to -23°C on Friday morning, according to unofficial numbers kept

by Trevor Florence at the Invermere Soaring Centre.

At the peak of the outage, about 1,000 residents were without full power in Fairmont, Windermere, Radium, and Edgewater, said Dave Hamp, BC Hydro field services manager for Invermere.

The length of the power outage varied from location to location. The first report of outages came from Radium at 6 a.m. said Mr. Hamp.

At Windermere Family Foods, the power went down at about 7:55 a.m. “Just as we were about to open up, everything went kaflewey,” said manager Scott Stanbury.

Mr. Stanbury said the store only received partial power. For example, the store’s grocery scanner wasn’t working, but the touchscreen cash register was. “And they’re almost the same unit,” he said.

Mr. Stanbury said a call was made to report the outage but a BC Hydro worker said they required an electrician to verify that the electrical problem wasn’t simply a malfunction of the store’s wiring.

“We tried to report it and were rebuffed by the person on the phone,” said Mr. Stanbury.

An electrician was called, and verified that the problem was an outage. “It took 45 minutes for the electrician to come and then another 45 minutes for BC Hydro to fix the problem,” said Mr. Stanbury.

The outage forced the food store to open two hours late, at 10 a.m. The store’s produce cooler was

down the entire time, but none of the store’s stock was damaged he said.

Mr. Hamp said despite the earlier outages in Radium, telephone operators at B.C. Hydro were following procedure when they didn’t immediately send a repair crew but rather asked for the outage in Windermere to be verified by an electrician.

He said the call was the first BC Hydro received from Windermere and needed local verification. “It needs to be checked by an electrician if it’s just a single call out.”

Hamp said the outage was caused by high demand for power on the frigid morning. BC Hydro’s system was unable to cope with the spike in demand, and as a result a number of fuses failed. “We were experiencing overloading on our system,” he said.

Mr. Hamp said BC Hydro crews were busy until 4:30 p.m. repairing the failed fuses. “It just went steady all day,” he said.

Skiers at the Fairmont Resort were unable to hit the slopes because of the outage. About 30 people who had arrived to ski at nine a.m. waited inside the ski lodge for the power to come back on and the chair lift to start up. Some eventually left while other hardy souls began to hike up the mountain, skis or snowboard in hand, determined to get a run in.

Peter Harding, manager of the Fairmont Ski Area, said the power went off at about 7 a.m. and wasn’t restored until about 11:30 a.m. “Oh yeah, it cost us some business,” said Mr. Harding.

The outage was good news for some businesses. “It helped,” said Jeffrey Jrabowski owner of the Fairmont Esso, whose business was not affected.

Mr. Jrabowski said the Esso’s restaurant was extra busy serving breakfasts as the kitchen at the Fairmont Lodge was out. “We loved it,” he said.

The Grade 12 class of David Thompson Secondary School is taking a new approach to the annual fundraising for dry grad this year.

The class is continuing with old favorites such as movie nights hosted at the school but they are also trying something new, selling yoga mats.

“There are a lot of people within the community who do yoga but there are not too many places to buy mats from,” said Carmen Thompson, one of the instructors behind the dry grad committee.

Carmen continued to add that sales so far have been going quite well with the mats and they are planning to order more if the demand comes along.

The class also has a number of events planned for the upcoming months and hopes this will contribute to raise enough money to cover the dry grad event for the students.

At the school, the dry grad committee plans on

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Fund-raising underway for Dry Grad

By Kelsie Ede

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hosting a movie night in the theatre, food sales on Friday’s in the cafeteria, and a steamer drink cart in the mornings. The students plan to start getting these plans into action within the next few weeks at the school and try to come up with more ideas as well.

BC Liquor Stores are also contributing to the dry grad fundraising with their Support Dry Grad campaign. From January 29th to March 18th, the BC liquor store will be accepting one dollar donations for the local dry grad fundraiser in exchange for an individually wrapped chocolate.

Last year, the campaign raised a record total of $245,856 across BC, and will hopefully match that amount this year.

For additional information about any of the dry grad fundraising events you can contact Joanne Bragg or Carmen Thompson at David Thompson Secondary School.

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Olympics medalists have ties to Columbia Valley During the Olympics, Andre has remained in Canada to Two athletes with look after the famconnections to the Coily business, the Mount lumbia Valley recently Assiniboine lodge in experienced the thrill Mount Assiniboine of Olympic success at Provincial Park, while the games in Italy. the rest of the family is Cross-country skiin Italy. ers Beckie Scott and The family left Sara Renner won a silInvermere for Canmore ver medal in the team in 1985, when Sara was sprint last week. The nine years old, because Beckie Scott women finished only Photo by Arnd Hemmersbach, access to the park is 0.6 seconds behind the easier from the Alberta Cross Country Canada winners from Sweden. town, said Andre.

The Canadians’ time was 16 minThe women faced trouble in the utes, 37.5 seconds over the 6.6 kilome- middle of the race when Ms. Renner’s tre course in Pragelato, Italy. The wom- ski pole broke in two. In an interview en alternated laps over the six-lap, race. with the CBC after the race, she said the The medal is the second for Ms. broken pole was like attempting to caScott, 31, who won a gold medal in the noe without a paddle. women’s pursuit at the 2002 Salt Lake Luckily Norwegian ski coach BjoCity Olympic games. And a first for Ms. ernar Haakensmoen impulsively threw Renner, 29, who lived in Invermere in Ms. Renner a replacement pole. the early 1980’s as a young girl and atThe gesture was noted and many tended J.A. Laird school. stories were written about the NorweBoth women currently own proper- gian’s generous gesture. ty in the valley. Ms. Scott and her husMs. Scott, 31, a native of Vermilband, retired American cross-country ion, Alberta, is the only woman in skier Justin Wadsworth, at Panorama Olympic history to win gold, silver, and - where the nordic ski centre is named bronze medals in the same race. After for her - and Ms. Renner on the Toby she originally finished third in the 2002 Benches with husband Thomas Grandi, women’s pursuit and won bronze, her a member of the Canadian downhill ski medal was upgraded to silver and ultiteam in Torino. mately gold nearly two years after the Ms. Renner’s brother Andre said he Salt Lake games as two Russian skiers was overwhelmed with pride by his sis- who finished ahead of her were eventuter’s shared silver medal. “I’m so proud, ally disqualified for drug use. Ms. Scott I was watching the race at three in the has since become an advocate for drugmorning on satellite T.V.,” he said. free sport.

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Christine prepares to play for bronze As of press time Wednesday ment are also important. When the Invermere’s Christine Keshen rock is thrown, the sweepers are in had a shot at an Olympic bronze charge. The skip may yell for the medal. sweepers to sweep but the sweepers’ On Wednesday morning, own judgement is most vital.

Christine and her fellow players Christine said the curling fans on Team Kleibrink lost a heartin Italy have been great throughout breaking game 7-5 to Team Switthe Olympics. “The fans are awezerland, ending the Canadian some,” she said. “And they’re fun.” curlers’ shot at a gold medal.

The atmosphere in Italy is very The bronze medal game different from a curling tournaagainst Norway was played Thursment in Canada, she said. “The Italday morning. ians don’t know the game too well.

On Monday Canada beat If you hit the rings they cheer,” she Denmark 9-8 and finished in the said. “There’s so much noise here, tournament’s top four, qualifying way more than we’ve ever played Christine takes her best shot - Christine Keshen of Invermere takes a shot in the round-robin for the medal round. with.” portion of the Olympic Curling tournament.

In a telephone interview Despite her battle with ill health, with the Pioneer after the game, Christine has been getting out a bit tine. “We’re afraid to eat anything.”

Christine explained how difficult the journey had been. with her boyfriend, Mike DuBois of Invermere, who Christine said as of the last round-robin game she “We’ve had more trouble than you know,” she said. still hadn’t fully recovered. She was visibly ill in a game is in Italy to support her. “We’re trying to get out and During the round-robin, Christine’s Olympic against the Italians, her first back after illness. do stuff,” she said. “You’ve got to have fun while you’re dream was in danger of becoming a nightmare. ChrisAfter sweeping an important shot thrown by skip here.” tine missed the first two ends of a round-robin game Shannon Kleibrink in the eighth end against the Danes, As one who loves the spotlight, Keshen said the against Norway because she took a nap and overslept. Christine said she was spent. “I thought I needed oxy- pressure of the Olympics hadn’t gotten to the team.

Her teammates knocked on her door but Christine was gen,” she said.

“Honestly I don’t think we’re feeling any more pressure wearing earplugs and the knocks were not heard. The Sweeping helps control the shot. Strong sweeping than we do at any other event,” she said after the team team left thinking Christine had already headed to the can make a shot travel many feet further. qualified for the medal round. arena.

“This is how we play,” she said of the team’s susAs lead, Christine’s sweeping is vital to the team’s When Christine awoke, she realized she was late success. She has received much praise during Olympic pense-packed curling during the preliminary round. and ran to the arena as quickly as possible to join her telecasts for her strong sweeping. “I giv’er man,” said “We play a clawing, scrappy game.” teammates.

Christine. “I’ve trained a lot to build strength.”

The team also struggled with illness throughout That strength was on display during the prelimiCanadian Womens Curling Results the Olympic tournament’s preliminary round. Chris- nary round. As she had done at the Olympic Trials, Torino Winter Olympics 2006 tine missed a game against Japan, which Canada lost, Christine rolled her sleeves to almost fully up to expose with a suspected case of food poisoning. “I’ve never her arms. “Some of the television guys have been callFeb 13th Canada 5 vs. Sweden 7 been that ill in my life,” she said. ing me ‘pipes’ or ‘guns,’” she laughed .

Feb 14th Canada 11 vs. USA 5 Third Amy Nixon also missed two games with a Despite her obvious strength, Christine said power Feb 14th Canada 6 vs. Russia 5 similar ailment. isn’t the only important attribute to good sweeping. “It’s Feb 16th Canada 5 vs. Switzerland 6 “We don’t know what we’re getting,” said Chris- not just power,” she said. Knowledge and good judgeFeb 16th Canada 10 vs. Norway 8 Feb 17th Canada 9 vs. Great Britain 3 Feb 18th Canada 2 vs. Japan 5 Feb 19th Canada 11 vs. Italy 4 Feb 20th Canada 9 vs. Denmark 8 Feb 22nd Women’s Semi-Finals Invermere downhill skier Christina Lustenberger has a shot at Canada 5 vs. Switzerland 7 a gold medal in her giant-slalom race today. Ms. Lustenberger, who Feb. 23rd Bronze Medal Game qualified for the Olympics in the weeks leading up to the event, Canada vs. Norway has been waiting since the Olympics began for her race today.

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PERSPECTIVE

Small time pride big time talent

Historical Lens

Jockeying for position

By Bob Ede It has been a proud couple of weeks for valley residents while watching our Olympic hopeful athletes, Christina Lustenberger and Christine Keshen compete in Torino.

Telling somebody you are from a small town used to be the equivalent of admitting to some embarrassing personal defect. Small town folks have been labelled hillbillies, and hicks, among many other unfavorable names.

Of course this is an exaggeration but, none the less, small towns are not known for their schools or athletes. Local business owners hear all the time that services, prices, and professionalism can’t hold a candle to our city counterparts. In reality, nothing could be further from the truth.

Our schools are safe and populated by smart socially conscious students and teachers who instead of being held back, have plenty of opportunity to make their mark in life. Many students go away to continue their education, but they go away well prepared and with the support of the community through many scholarships and bursaries.

Business owners may have started in the valley to be able to set their watches to that much desired, “Valley Time.” A short spell into busy season, however, and “valley time” becomes part of folklore. Our craftsmen, business people and tradesmen are doing more than golfing and skiing the seasons away. In actuality if you want to make it here you better be good at what you do.

While watching the opening ceremonies of the Olympics the camera panned onto Christine Keshen, as she yelled out “Invermere.” Last week in an interview with the Calgary Sun, Christine made it clear how proud she is of her small town roots. Now two weeks later as we go to press Christine will be participating for the bronze medal - proof that anything is possible even if you are from a small town. Way to go Christine and Christina. You have made us proud.

February 24, 2006

This photograph was taken around 1910 on the Athalmer race track, now the industrial park at the foot of the Athalmer hill.

Regular horse races were held on the site. Shown is Percy Lake of Invermere, on a horse owned by Frank Richardson. Percy’s son Gordon Lake still lives in Invermere.

Public input requested on time change issue B.C.’s Attorney-General is asking for public input on the issue of Daylight Savings Time.

Since the U.S. Congress voted to extend Daylight Savings Time by a total of four weeks per year, several Canadian provinces have debated whether or not they would do the same.

Attorney General Wally Oppal is considering B.C.’s situation and is asking for public input.

“Residents of Kimberley and the Columbia Valley are in a unique position,” says Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald. “With Alberta’s deci-

sion to follow the U.S. on this, we could find ourselves in a time zone of our own.”

Golden, Invermere and Kimberley are all within the Mountain Time Zone rather than the Pacific Time Zone.

“We are quite used to being different from the rest of B.C.,” he said, “but this would leave us out of sync with all our neighbours for a month a year.”

Attorney General Wally Oppal has invited British Columbians to comment on whether or not B.C. should extend Daylight Savings Time to match our neighbouring

province.

“Since we are the ones who could be most affected by this decision, based on our geography, constituents in this area should make sure that they speak out. You may be for or against, but the government needs to hear your opinion.”

Mr. Macdonald is urging constituents to contact his office at norm.macdonald.mla@leg.bc.ca or 1-(866) 870-4188 to pass on their opinions.

“I’d be happy to share the results of this informal survey with the Attorney-General,” declares Mr. Macdonald.

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February 24, 2006

LETTER

Dear Editor:

I enjoy reading your paper, especially the photos and information about old-timers. I hope you will find space to print the enclosed photo and profile of one such early-day resident, a good friend and fishing companion, Samuel Hope Brewer.

Hope was born at Perry Creek, which is south of Kimberley, on May 30th, 1886. He was the first white child to be born in the East Kootenays. At that time his father Samuel, a placer miner from Wisconsin, was working a gold claim on the creek. From Perry Creek the family moved to Joseph’s Prairie, now Cranbrook, where the father managed Colonel Baker’s ranch.

In 1888 they moved to Fairmont where Sam had purchased a ranch from George Geary. On this property he built a two-story log building for use as a stopping house. It is still there and can be seen from the main highway.

Fairmont was sold to J.B. Hanky and in 1909 the Brewers moved to the Chamberlain Ranch, northeast of Windermere (Swansea Ranch). Sam Brewer died in 1921 and son Hope took over the ranch.

In 1916 he had married Mrs. John Spencer, a widow whose late husband had ranched Findlay Creek. Hope sold the ranch to Alec Ritchie and went to work Kootenay Park where for ten years he was the warden at Marble Canyon.

Prior to this move a son, Carl, had been born. He predeceased his parents in 1967. His son Russell lives in Cranbrook.

In 1936 the Brewers left Marble Canyon and moved to Invermere where they had purchased a small house. Nellie passed away a few years before Hope, but he continued living in his own home. His close neighbour, Gunner Jorgensen, kept track of him, also made improvements to his living quarters by installing inside plumbing.

On Sept. 28th, 1971 Hope and I had a day’s fishing at Lang’s Lake. We each had our own boats, eight-foot dinghies. Although Hope was 85 years old, he was quite active and always caught the most fish. On that day he landed nine nice rainbows, all taken with a fly and spinning tackle. We were late getting home so didn’t unload the boats.

The next morning he was found lying on the kitchen floor. Dr. Duthie came with the ambulance as the old fisherman had suffered a heart attack.

Taken to the hospital, he made a good recovery, but had a second fatal attack on October 13.

Over the years, a few bits and pieces have been written about the Brewer family and published in the Valley Echo.

Some of their early life at Fairmont was most ably recorded by Janet Wilder in her book “The Legacy of Fairmont Hot Springs.”

Hope was a colourful character who was able to tell many interesting stories of the early days of his life in this valley.

A true pioneer.

Chello aka Marcel, Marc, “Twinkle Toes” and most often, “Dad.”

Ray B. Crook Invermere

We share your journey into the next ��century as you, “Breathe,” deeply “Live,” fully “Love,” unconditionally and “Laugh,” more than ever before.

As always, Love, Marion, Justin, Tyler and Skittles.

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February 24, 2006

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Strings group in Grade based label Meter RePhoto by Kelsie Ede 5. The singer/songwriter cords, and went on tour moved to the big city after graduation in 2002 to promoting the band in September. Since the tour, the jump-start her music career, and so far, she has found band have received much attention from the music success. scene and have become a well-known name around • 2 NEW Release Rentals She belongs to the popular Calgary band Bogart, the city.

2 Old Release DVD’s where she is the lead singer and contributing songMeisha was also featured in the October 2005 is• 2 Bags microwave popcorns writer. Bogart consists of four members all with one sue of Calgary’s Avenue Magazine.

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“It was such a great experience,” she says. “I got to $ 00 All for only Bogart is a rock n’ roll band with that extra edge. go to Holt Renfrew and have my own fashion shoot.

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The band describe themselves on their website as On March 18th, Bogart will release its debut fullplaying, “Honest songs about minimum wage, cheap length album entitled “In A Post Oil World, There Is 380 Laurier Street, Invermere (beside Dairy Queen) living, and all the other BS that’s necessary to get on No High Octane But For Now We Are...”. The band www.DigitsDVD.com the stage and on the road will then go on a three-week tour worth of shows procome easy.” moting their new album in Western Canada.

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February 24, 2006

Silver Strings Hawaii bound

when they will be performing at schools within The Silver Strings the valley, as well as ones ukulele ensemble is prein Golden and Kimberly. paring for the biggest It will give the stutrip in the history of the dents one last chance to group.

Fifty-three students show the valley how far from grades 5 through they have come before 7 are heading to Oahu, heading off to the big isHawaii, on March 10th land. to embark on their sevenAfter much fundraisday adventure. ing and support from the While in Oahu, the community, the Silver kids will be taking part Strings can all say they in nine different perforare ready to head to Hamances, including one waii. at the prestigious PolyneThe students have sian Cultural Center. been fundraising for this At the Polynesian trip since before last sumCultural Center they will Bruce Childs prepares to take his popular J. A. laird Silver Strings Ukulele Band to Hawaii. mer and have been pracspend the day performTh e trip will be the most signifi cant one the group tising hard each week. ing alongside groups from all over the island. has ever been on and it has taken the most preparation Th anks to the tremendous support of the comDancers, musicians, and young performers will be of them all. among the talents found at the invitational event. munity and the hard work of the students and parents, Before the kids leave for their memorable advenDuring the trip, Silver Strings will be accompathe Silver Strings will finally be able to go on their ture, they will head on a local tour. nied by 14 chaperones along with musical instructor dream ukulele trip.

The tour will take place from March 6th to 8th Bruce Childs.

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Toby Theatre • Feb. 24, 25: Fun with Dick and Jane • March 1, 2, 3, 4: The Family Stone February 24 • 2:30-5:30 pm: J.A. Laird Parent Advisory Committee Annual Spring Carnival. Games, food and fun for the whole family. Laird Gymnasium.

February 25

Snowboard Championships, held at Panorama with March 13 200 student athletes competing in Snowboarding, Slalom skiing and Giant Slalom events! Hosted by • 7pm: Cinefest movie: Everything is Illuminated, tickets $10 each, Toby Theatre, proceeds to the DTSS & the Windermere Valley Ski Club.

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February 27 • 7 pm: Town Hall Meeting, Fairmont Resort.

• 2 pm-4 pm: Spring Hawes would like to say ‘Thanks’ with an ‘Open House’ at Mustard Seed Health Foods, come and say ‘Hi’ and have tea and cookies.

February 28 • Valdy and Gary Fjellgaard in concert. Tickets on sale at Pynelogs, Dave’s and Stober’s.

• 10am-2pm: Flea Market at the Legion. Lunch at 11:30 pm, $4.00. To book a table, call 342-6559.

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February 24, 2006

Pioneer Briefs Skills for Life conference Businesses all over the East Kootenays are participating in the Skills for Life survey.

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The Environmental Initiatives Program has about $300,000 available, with a $20,000 maximum allowed for any one project. Former projects include species-at-risk recovery, riparian protection, grassland restoration, local environment-focused planning and basin-wide school programs.

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February 24, 2006

Baseball season fast approaching Registration for the upcoming season of Windermere Valley Minor Baseball Association baseball and softball is underway.

Forms have been circulated through schools and are available for pickup at D.R. Sports and the Inside Edge in Invermere.

Registration fees range from $25 to $70. Children age four and up will be divided into six categories.

Boys up to age 15 and girls up to age 18 are invited to play.

Completed registration forms can be dropped off at the Kootenay Savings Credit Union, CIBC, Bank of Montreal, or they can be mailed to the minor baseball association at P.O. box 226, Invermere, V0A 1K0.

Deadline for registration is March 10th, and a penalty of $10 will be added for late registrations that come in after April 1st.

Practice begins in mid-April and league play will start the first week in May. The season will wrap up in the middle of June with a year-end tournament.

The focus of the league is fair play and providing kids in the valley an opportunity to play ball in a fun and safe environment.

Volunteer coaches are needed, and a coaching clinic is tentatively scheduled for early April.

Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Jared Enns at 342-5588.

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February 24, 2006

Summit Youth Centre The Y.C. offers a safe fun environment for valley youth

Dorian Campbell shoots pool at the Summit Youth Centre.

By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff For kids like Danielle Collin, the Summit Youth Centre in Invermere is a good place to hang out and avoid the pressures of being a teenager in the Columbia Valley.

“Your options are either to do drugs or be a loser,” said 17-year-old Danielle, a Grade 12 student at David Thompson Secondary School.

Danielle, at the youth centre for the first time recently, was invited by a friend. “It gives you something to do rather than be high or drunk,” she said.

She is one of 175 members of the youth centre, referred to as the “Y.C.” by the kids who use it.

Located above the Invermere Community Centre, the centre is intended as a place where kids can come and hang out at no charge in a safe, respectful, and strictly drug-free and alcohol-free environment. Each new visitor must fill out a waiver form promising to respect themselves, staff, and other visitors.

“It’s a place where they can come and be themselves rather than being forced into something they’re uncomfortable with,” says Stephanie Stevens, who has worked as coordinator of the centre for the past five years.

“I come here pretty much every weekend to play pool and hang out,” said 17-year-old Dorian Campbell, a Grade 12 student who has been coming to the centre regularly since he moved to the valley from Ladysmith on Vancouver Island six months ago. “I’m not a fan of big crowds or parties, so I come here.”

On the centre’s brightly-coloured walls hangs artwork done by some of the kids. There is a kitchen where kids are served hot dogs or soup for a small fee. A bank of computers sits not far from the kitchen, and an old arcade-style video game rests against

one wall. Pool and foosball tables sit in the middle of the room and an air hockey table in another corner. An old big-screen television quietly flickers.

“Anyone want to play Pictionary?” asks one of the kids.

“We want to get the kids involved in playing games,” said Sue-Anne Davidson, a paid assistant coordinator working tonight with Ms. Stevens.

No swearing is allowed and at the corner of the kitchen counter sits a small swear jar. House rules require staff and kids to put a quarter in the jar every time a profanity escapes their lips. The jar serves as a small, constant reminder.

Not far from the swear jar sit two bowls full of condoms.

“I take some flak for handing those out,” said Ms. Stevens.

Tonight’s crowd is mixed with kids

“It’s a place where they can come and be themselves.”

Stephanie Stevens

Photo by Kelsie Ede ranging from 12 to 18, the age limit of the visitors. Throughout the night kids come and go, with about ten present at any given moment. That is typical, said Dorian. “Some nights the crowd is a lot younger, like 12,” he said. “Some nights it’s older, like 17.”

The age limit is set to keep the kids safe, said Jill Pawlyshn, president of the Windermere Valley Youth Centre Society, the group that runs the centre.

“Younger kids cans sometimes fall victim to older kids,” she said.

Stephanie Stevens said about half the membership of the centre, made up of youths of various backgrounds from honour roll students to homeless kids, are from Invermere. The other half come from other valley communities or are children of second homeowners in the valley.

“The kids are starting to realize that this isn’t a place for one kind of person,” she said.

Open from 7 to 11:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, the centre also has a Continued on page 13

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February 24, 2006 Continued from page 12 homework group on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. followed by two hours of drop-in time.

Parents of kids who use the centre are invited to come by, not to hang out but to see where their kids are and to get to know the staff.

Money is tight and the centre exists on a budget collected through donations and fundraising.

In 2005 the centre’s operating budget was $27,000, said Mrs. Pawlyshn. That money goes to pay for staff wages, insurance, maintenance, and just keeping the centre open. The building, owned by the District of Invermere, is donated rent-free. “We can never slack off in terms of fundraising,” said Ms. Stevens.

This March 11, the Windermere Valley Youth

Centre Society will hold its second annual “An Evening with . . . “ gala. This year’s fundraiser, being organized with Windermere Valley Literacy, will feature guest speaker Lesra Martin. Mr. Martin is a lawyer who has worked as a crown prosecutor in British Columbia and is famous for his work helping to free the wrongly-imprisoned American boxer named Rubin “Hurricane” Carter.

For Ms. Stevens, her role at the centre is more than a job: it’s a passion.

“It’s very gratifying, but it’s not a job I can leave,” she said. “I take it with me.”

For more information or to buy tickets for the upcoming gala, contact Stephanie Stevens at 342-8717 or email summityc@telus.net.

Left to right: Scott Stevens, Colton Charette, Justin Stevens and Kody Carlson play video games. Photos by Kelsie Ede

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 15

February 24, 2006

Born on the prairie at home in the valley

By Dorothy Isted Special to The Pioneer

Gordon and Kaye Tindall never completed their formal education.

However, their friends and family would agree that they graduated from the University of Life, magna cum laude.

Both were born in Saskatchewan in 1925 and by the time they were in their teens, life circumstances got in the way of graduating from high school.

Gordon was excused from service in the Second World War because he was needed to bring in the harvest. By the time harvesting was finished in Grade 11, he wasn’t able to get back to classes until December. He tried to catch up, but the teacher was stretched to her limit and had no time to help him. Gordon got discouraged, quit, and went farming.

Kaye only made it to Grade 7. It seems there was always a neighbour who was pregnant or had recently given birth and needed her help. She remembers more than one woman who would be out in the fields working, and then stopping to bring a new little one in to the world right then and there.

Kaye had a good eye for detail. “The other kids in school used to give me gum or something to make their maps.”

When Kaye was 14, she was kept home to look after things because her mother was ill with shingles. The teacher drove out to their farm, bringing along all the art supplies that Kaye would need. She had two and a half hours to create and meet a deadline: a poster for the Co-Operative.

Kaye remembers the day in detail.

There was a rally at Colman and children from the surrounding schools attended. “They called out the names of three who didn’t win, three that did, and then the winner. It was me. I was some proud. I even cried.”

The poster was reproduced and published in The Western Producer around 1940.

But the best part was the prize money. Fifty-five dollars went a long way then. Times were bad and Kaye looked after everyone in her family first.

She bought her dad a new pair of overalls, her Mom got a nice jacket, new clothes for her three siblings - and then Kaye allowed herself a pleated skirt and a sweater. She had $3.25 left over and got her first perm as a special treat.

At the time, the family of six was living in a two-roomed converted chop house. This place had previously been utilized to grind grain for animal feed, and flour covered the walls. Kaye’s parents decided to live there so their children could attend school in town.

A corner cupboard takes pride of place in the Tindall living room. Kaye’s dad made it around 1937. He had no tools other than a small plane and a tiny keyhole saw. He had no money for wood but whenever he saw a loose piece lying around somewhere, he would ask if he could have it. The doors are made of apple boxes.

The Tindalls still remember the salt cod that was sent out from down east during the Dirty Thirties. It was all some people had to eat. However, no matter how long the prairie people soaked it in water to get rid of the salt, it was still hard to choke down.

Finally Kaye’s grandmother suggested soaking it in milk. That did the trick: it was soft, fleshy and tasty.

Then there was the man who couldn’t find or afford to buy a piece of lumber to patch a hole in his granary floor. He took a strip of salt cod and hammered it over the hole. It did the job fine. Even the insects and animals didn’t eat it. Kaye joked: “If we ever went back, I’d like to go and see if the damn thing’s still there!”

Gordon and Kaye knew each other casually growing up, being from neighbouring towns, but it was only when they started going to dances that the sparks began to fly. Kaye’s mother made her go to dances with another man, whom Kaye did not like. Kaye remembers that her mother thought the fellow “was just ‘it’ because his family went to church every Sunday, so they must be good people.”

Once she watched the father of this particular family put $5 in the collection plate and take out enough change for $10. “They used to call me Sherlock Holmes because I saw things other people didn’t.” Kaye told her mother, who refused to have her dreams dashed and didn’t believe her for a long time.

Gordon and Kaye wed in 1945 and had two children. Their son Lester died 15 years ago, and their daughter Lorna Thomas lives in The Pas, Manitoba. They have eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two greatgreat-grandchildren.

Gordon and Kaye’s wedding day, October 24, 1945 in Scobey, Montana.

The Tindalls moved to Canal Flats in 1970 when the work ran out in Saskatchewan. Gordon had been employed mostly in logging and construction, and his first job here was at Crestbrook Forest Industries, a job he held until he retired in 1990.

Gordon had a close call when he nearly drowned at Johnson Lake in the 1980s. He survived only due to the mouth-to-mouth resuscitation given at the scene by nurse Ann Blaise.

But he says the scariest moment of his life happened when he worked underground building a dam in the 1960s.

Most of the men didn’t like working underground, but he didn’t mind and the pay was good at $1.75 per hour.

Some men from another company were welding and their acetylene tank caught fire. Rather than following procedure, they panicked and ran off. Because Gordon was the charge hand, he took over, sending his men topside and then phoning the shop for instructions.

The told him to shut the gas off on the tank, and the fire went out immediately. The boss from the contract com-

pany came down and wanted to know where his men were. Gordon told him: “The rabbits ran out the other side of the tunnel.” In his fright and fury he had no problem laying the blame where it belonged. After all, “they were welders and should have known what to do.”

Kaye’s work career involved catering and cooking. At one point she had a job feeding 150 men breakfast and she did it in two hours every morning. Even today she is often called upon to provide goodies for community events. She also made 17 rugs by hand last year.

When asked what he likes to do, Gordon says: “I love to work. I was working like a man at 14, pitching bales, driving truck.”

Nowadays he keeps busy around their small acreage in Canal Flats looking after their animals and all the small chores that crop up.

The couple keeps active and are well-loved in their community. In fact, folks threw a 60th anniversary party for them last November in the Canal Flats Civic Center, to express their appreciation.

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Mount Isabelle, Palliser River Valley.

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By Kelsie Ede The David Thompson Secondary School (DTSS) snowboard and ski team dominated the Fairmont East Kootenay Championships on Feb. 16th.

The event was held at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, where schools from across the East Kootenays came to compete. The DTSS team brought home many medals and qualified for the upcoming provincial championships.

The girls snowboard team brought home first

place in the team results and fourth in the team skiing. All of the girls placed very well individually and brought home a few top-three medals.

The boys teams were also successful in the snowboard and ski team results, capturing second place in both events. Individually, the boys placed well, breaking some personal bests.

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By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff The jaws of life were needed to free an Ontario trucker after his semi left the road on highway 93 near Kootenay Crossing in Kootenay National Park on Monday.

The man, whose name was not released, was taken to Invermere hospital with injuries to his back and shoulder.

The accident took place around noon.

The truck left the road at the “S” curve near Kootenay crossing, and jackknifed. It came to rest off the road in the ditch adjacent to the highway.

Seven firemen, as well as police, ambulance and the park service attended said Invermere fire captain Chris Moncur.

After the accident the man, who remained conscious throughout, was pinned inside the cab.

During the extraction, one fireman held the man’s head in place while others lowered him from the truck’s cab many feet off the ground. He was placed onto a board and carried out of the knee-deep snow.

“It was good we had some good strong fellas,” said Mr. Moncur.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENTS – CANAL FLATS The Council of the Village of Canal Flats is considering adoption of a new Official Community Plan.

Bylaw No. 50 cited as “Village of Canal Flats Official Community Plan Bylaw 50, 2005” will replace the Regional District of East Kootenay – Canal Flats Official Settlement Plan Bylaw 1981 and all amendments thereto. The new Official Community Plan will apply to all properties within the Village of Canal Flats.

The public hearing will be held at:

Canal Flats Civic Centre 8909 Dunn Street Canal Flats, BC Monday, March 6th, 2006 at 7:00 pm

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may, prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the Village Office in Canal Flats from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Tuesday through Thursday; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information contact the Village of Canal Flats office.

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1980: • The United States defeats the USSR in the semifinal and Finland in the final to win the Olympic gold medal.

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• The Atlanta Flames move to Calgary.

1982: • The Colorado Rockies move to New Jersey and become the Devils.

1984: • The Edmonton Oilers win the first of five Stanley Cups (1984,1985,1987,1988,1990) 1987:

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1989: • Sergei Priakin plays for the Calgary Flames, becoming the first Soviet player permitted to join an NHL club.

1990: • Canada wins the first Women’s World Hockey Championship.

1991: • The San Jose Sharks join the NHL. • The NHL introduces video review.

1992: • The Ottawa Senators and Tampa Bay Lightning join the NHL. 1993: • The Florida Panthers and Mighty Ducks of Anaheim begin play.

• The Minnesota North Stars move to Dallas and become the Stars.

Results from Feb 15th: Hi-Heat Batters tied Dale Christian Mudders, Valley Vision over Inside Edge , Warwick over Lake Auto and Petro-Canada over Huckleberry.

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by The Columbia Valley Pioneer. Local advertisers supported the centre through the newspaper’s Living Well section in our February 17th issue.

Here sales associate Dave Sutherland presents a cheque to Tiffany Gulbe, Valley Fitness Centre Board member.

“We’re most pleased,” said Roslyn Pruitt, Manager of the Valley Fitness Centre. “It gave us a lot of exposure.”

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February 24, 2006

School shows off its Olympic spirit Text and Photos by Kelsie Ede

Going for gold - Cassidy Larson imitates the valley’s Olympic hero Christine Keshen in oudoor curling.

Hurry hard - Harjot Parmar watches as Kyle Walgren releases his outdoor ball curling shot.

Smiles and laughter could be found throughout the Edgewater Elementary School last week during the school’s first Olympic celebrations.

Organized by the Edgewater leadership class – known as the ‘Edgewater Energizers’ – the festivities took place on Wednesday through Friday when the students participated in many Olympic-style events.

“We have been preparing for this since the middle of January,” said Grade 7 student Naomi Madden, one of the presidents of the leadership group.

On Wednesday, students took part in opening ceremonies as each class paraded through the gym with the flag of the country they chose to represent, chanting the name of various countries.

The gym was decorated with Olympic-inspired artwork made by each class. During preparation for the Olympics, each class discussed the values involved in the games in Turin, Italy, and participated in many Olympic-related class activities.

A torch was lit during the ceremonies by a member of the schools marathon club as everyone watched in awe.

“The ceremonies went really well and they were a lot of fun,” said Naomi. “The classes really got into it.”

The ceremonies were then followed on Thursday with a day of events.

The students participated in a number of activities including outdoor curling with Bocce balls, snow hockey and the three-legged slalom.

The students were separated into five different groups during the events. Each group represented a different ring of the Olympic symbol and involved students from kindergarten to grade seven. The outdoor events gave the students a chance to interact with other students in different grades and help out younger kids during the activities.

Edgewater Elementary finished its Olympics with a closing ceremony on Friday. The ceremony concluded their three-day festivities and finished the week off with true Olympic spirit.

A winning smile - Amber Poulsen shows off her pearly whites after finishing her luge run.

Taking aim - Odessa Bilkowski throws during the biathlon, a running and bean bag throwing contest.

Ready, set, go - Ryann Devlin, left, and Rian Joubert, right, smile as they prepare for the three-legged slalom.

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RCMP Report • February 12th: Police were conducting a road check in Invermere. At approximately 3 am police stopped a lone male and detected an odor of liquor. A roadside breath test demand was made of the male who provided a “warn” sample. The male’s “N” Class license was suspended for 24 hours and

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will be further reviewed by the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles. Further investigation found the male to be a prohibited driver. The 17 year old Burns Lake male will appear in court on March 21st.

• February 16th: Cpl. AYERS of the Columbia Valley RCMP recovered what is believed to be a stolen compound miter saw. Make, Delta. If there is anyone who might have had a miter saw taken over the past while in the Columbia Valley area, please contact Cpl. AYERS of this detachment and provide further particulars of the saw.

• February 18th: Police attempted to stop a vehicle in Windermere. The

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY 19 – 24th Avenue South Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: (250) 489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335 Fax: (250) 489-1287 Email: rdek@rdek.bc.ca

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT - COLUMBIA LAKE The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering amendments to the Fairmont Hot Springs Area Official Community Plan and the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendments will: • amend the OCP designation of District Lot 48, Kootenay District from RES-SR, Resort Special Reserve to RR, Rural Resource; • amend the OCP text by deleting references to resort development on District Lot 48 and restricting subdivision; • amend the zoning designations of District Lot 48 from: • R-1, Single Family Residential Zone, • RES-2, Resort Recreation Zone, • RES-3, Resort Lodge Zone, and • C-1, Community Commercial Zone to A-1, Rural Resource Zone.

The subject property is District Lot 48, Kootenay District located on the northeast side of Columbia Lake, as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 1880 is cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay - Fairmont Hot Springs Area Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1734 - Amendment Bylaw No. 6, 2006 (District Lot 48).”

Bylaw No. 1881 is cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay - Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 - Amendment Bylaw No. 180, 2006 (Fairmont/District Lot 48).”

The public hearing will be held at: Columbia Ridge Estates Community Centre 6890 Hwy 93/95 Fairmont BC

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT - PANORAMA The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Intrawest Corporation to amend the Panorama Mountain Village Official Community Plan and the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw.

If approved, the amendments will change the land use designation and rezone a portion of the subject property to accomodate development of a pension. The subject property is part of the East Half of District Lot 4609, Kootenay District, except parts included in Plans 8935, 12986, 18016, NEP19216, NEP19246, NEP66574 and NEP73344 located in Panorama, as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 1882 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay - Panorama Mountain Village Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1441, 1999 - Ammendment Bylaw No. 10, 2006 (Intrawest)” will change the designation for part of the property from OSRT, Open Space, Recreation and Trails to CA-P, Commercial Accomodation - Pension.

Bylaw No. 1883 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay - Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 - Ammendment Bylaw No. 181, 2006 (Panorama/Intrawest)” will rezone part of the subject property from RES-2, Resort Recreation Zone to RES-3(TP), Resort Tourist Pension Zone.

The public hearing will be held at:

Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 7:00pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F, Electoral Area G, and the Village of Canal Flats.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday • mail, fax or e-mail written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information contact Laurie Cordell, Planner, at 250-489-0306 or toll free at 1-800-478-7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services February 10, 2006

driver ignored police emergency equipment and continued home still ignoring police. Police approached the man who displayed several indications of impairment. As police attempted to arrest the male, a struggle ensued. The 44 year old Windermere man was subdued and transported to the police station where he failed to provide breath samples.

Further investigation found the man to be prohibited at the time of driving.

The man was served with a further 90 day driving prohibition and his vehicle impounded for 30 days. The man will appear in court on April 18th to face charges of Impaired Driving, Refusal, Obstruction, Resisting Arrest, Driving while Prohibited and Disqualified, and No Insurance.

Windermere Community Hall 4726 North Street Windermere, BC Wednesday, March 1, 2006 at 7:00pm

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F, Electoral Area G, and the District of Invermere.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday • mail, fax or e-mail written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Frredom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information contact Rob Veg, Planning Technician, at 250489-0314 or toll free at 1-800-478-7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services February 10, 2006

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February 24, 2006

Book Review

Book Review by Sheila Bonny Invermere Public Library Race Against Time,

by Stephen Lewis

“I have spent the last four years watching people die.”

That is the arresting statement with which Stephen Lewis begins the first of the five 2005 Massey Lectures broadcast on CBC Radio’s program, Ideas, and transcribed in Race Against Time.

Through gripping personal stories of his travels as the United Nations Secretary-General’s special envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa, Lewis describes a continent in economic and social crisis.

Africa’s overwhelming poverty is exacerbated by the policies of international banks and the decimation of Africa’s productive adult population by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Schools and hos-

pitals lack trained staff, and grandmothers parent orphaned HIV-positive infants. Moreover, failure to achieve the UN Millenium Development Goal of free primary education for all has severely limited the most effective means of delivering HIV/AIDS prevention education. African women suffer additionally from the world’s worst gender discrimination, leaving them most vulnerable to poverty and disease.

Lewis expresses rage at the inefficiency of the UN bureaucracy and the heartless indifference of the international community to Africa’s plight. However, in his final lecture, he proposes reforms within the UN and hopeful solutions to the tragedy unfolding in Africa.

A Canadian reader living in comfort and health will find Race Against Time a heart-wrenching book.

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY 19 – 24th Avenue South Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: (250) 489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335 Fax: (250) 489-1287 Email: rdek@rdek.bc.ca

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT - PANORAMA The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering a text ammendment to the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved the amendment will: • amend the text of the RES-3(TP) Zone to permit pension food service as an accessory use; • define pension food service; • add provisions for indoor amenity space; and • add parking provisions for pension food service Bylaw No. 1885 is cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay - Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 - Ammendment Bylaw No. 182, 2006 (Panorama/Intrawest) The public hearing will be held at: Windermere Community Hall 4726 North Street Windermere, BC Wednesday, March 1, 2006 at 7:00pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F, Electoral Area G, and the District of Invermere.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday • mail, fax or e-mail written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing

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Photo taken near Canal Flats by Lisa Ede.

District of Invermere NOTICE OF INTENT Discharge of Restrictive Covenant The District of Invermere is considering a discharge of a Restrictive Covenant application by Mrs. Mary Goodwin.

The applicant has applied to discharge Restrictive Covenant No. XH25165 on the following property: 111 - 7th Avenue Parcel A (See XC17283) Block W District Lot 267 Kootenay Plan 1013 Parcel Identifier 014-496-429 The subject property is currently zoned R-2 (Multi-Family Residential Low Density). By discharging the Restrictive Covenant, the restriction of a maximum density development of one two-family dwelling unit is removed from the subject property.

In accordance with the Section 890 of the Local Government Act, Council has scheduled a PUBLIC HEARING for: Wednesday, March 8th, 2006, 7:00pm INVERMERE COUNCIL CHAMBERS 914-8th Avenue Council may then consider the discharge of Restrictive Covenant No. XH25165 at the regular meeting of Council Tuesday, March 14th, 2006.

A copy of the proposal my be inspected at the District of Invermere Municipal office 914-8th Avenue, Invermere at any time between the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays between the following dates: Friday, February 17th and Wednesday, March 8th, 2006.

If you believe that your interest in these properties is affected by the proposed discharge of Restrictive Covenant No. XH25165, you may submit written comments to the Director of Development Services, Director of Invermere, by Wednesday, March 8th, 2006. Your comments may be faxed to the Development Services Department at (250) 342-2934.

Please note that legal considerations prevent Council from receiving any representations made after Wednesday, March 8th, 2006.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Frredom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information contact Rob Veg, Planning Technician, at 250-489-0314 or toll free at 1-800-478-7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services

Christopher Prosser Chief Administrative Officer P.O. BOX 339, 914 8th AVENUE, INVERMERE, B.C. V0A1K0

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

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The man who travels with horses

By Adrian Bergles Pioneer Staff For more than four decades, Robert Burns has made a living in the sky.

He accompanies horses that are travelling on airplanes around the world.

“One airline captain told me I flew more than anyone else he knew,” said Robert, 58, in his slight Irish brogue. Over those years he has accompanied horses on over 1,600 flights and been to 60 countries.

Born in County Sligo on the west coast of the Republic of Ireland, Robert began his travels at the age of 16 as a steeplechase jockey with the Irish Equestrian show jumping team.

A childhood friend had introduced Robert to horses and he dedicated himself to them. “I got into it at a very young age,” he said.

In those early days Robert learned the finer points of riding, grooming, and cleaning up after the animals. “When you grow up with horses, you learn to do everything,” he said.

After a career as a rider, when his body could no longer take the rigours of full-time riding, Robert decided to go into flying. “I couldn’t ride 14 hours a day any more,” he said.

Robert thought about becoming a trainer, but after years of travel the idea of being based in one place didn’t appeal to him. “I just decided to go one further and get into the exciting part, flying.”

That career took Robert all over the world. In 1976 the operators of Spruce Meadows in Calgary, on the recommendation of friends in Europe, offered Robert a job at their brand new facility.

Robert accepted, and flew horses for Spruce Meadows until he became a private contractor in 1982.

Over the years Robert has flown horses for customers like Paul Newman and Muhammad Ali. Once he was commissioned by the Canadian government to fly a RCMP Musical Ride show horse to former U.S. President Ronald Reagan at his ranch in

The horse traveller - Robert Burns of Fairmont made a living of flying horses around the globe.

Santa Barbara, California. The horse was a gift to the late former president on his retirement.

In 1988 Robert was commissioned to fly the Canadian Olympic equestrian team to South Korea for the Seoul Olympic Games. And Robert said he once flew a horse valued at $14 million. “I’ve been from Puerto Rico to India,” said Robert.

Flight was his business and Robert was granted special security clearance by the FBI, Interpol in Europe, and the RCMP. Because of the special clearance Robert flew for top trainers in the world.

On September 11, 2001 - when terrorists attacked the U.S. - Robert was in the air headed for Europe with a charter flight full of horses.

“It was a weird feeling,” said Robert, “but I was flying in the right direction.”

Between 1982 and 1990 Robert averaged 240

Big Bird - the nose of this cargo jet is open to accept a horse stall. The platform in front is a crane that hoists up the stall. It is then slid into the aircraft on a track.

worldwide flights per year. Sometimes he would make 14 transatlantic flights - seven each way - between Toronto and London in a single week.

“I’d fly to London and then the plane would go on to Dusseldorf, Germany,” he said. “The plane would return to London and I’d deadhead back to Toronto.”

The hectic life on the road eventually started to wear on Robert. Being away from his family, particularly his sons Kyle, now 20, and Darren, 18, was especially hard on him and he decided to get out of flying full-time.

“When I used to come home, my two boys didn’t know who I was.”

Tired of living in Toronto, Robert asked his old friend Pedro Cebulka of Invermere, whom he’d known in his Spruce Meadows days, if he had any work. Pedro offered Robert a job as a maintenance man at Fairmont Vacation Villas, and in 1990 the Burns family moved to the valley.

“My life went from going 100 miles per hour to a complete stop,” said Robert.

These days Robert still does four to six international flights a year for Spruce Meadows, which he calls the top venue for show jumping in the world.

Typically he’ll leave on a Wednesday, fly to Frankfurt, and be back in the valley on Saturday night in the Farside for a pint.

As freight, horses are considered dangerous goods.

“A horse can kick a hole in the side of an aircraft like putting a hole in a can,” said Robert.

Over the years he has been kicked, bruised and bitten, and yet he has never lost a horse in the air.

“It gets you going, there’s a real high,” he said.

“I love the challenge and the sense of achievement when a large number of horses walk off and they are all OK.” Robert has thought about getting back into flying full-time, but he says he’s getting a “little long in the tooth,” for his old job.

“I still look forward to the next flight,” he says.

Work crew - Robert, second from left in orange, and his mates work with a stall loaded on a jet. During a flight handlers stay in the frigid cargo portion of the aircraft.

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 25

February 24, 2006

Quilter helps effort to commemorate slain B.C. prostitutes

Splitting the difference As many Canadians know, Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) are one of the most tax-efficient ways for individuals to save money for retirement. For married or common-law Canadians who fall under different tax brackets, a spousal (married or common-law) RRSP can offer even better tax-saving benefits.

A spousal RRSP allows one spouse to contribute all or a portion of their yearly RRSP contribution into their spouse’s name. The spouse or commonlaw partner who receives the contribution is known as the planholder. They are the legal owner of the assets contained in the spousal RRSP and make all of the investment decisions and withdrawals.

By contributing funds into the spouse’s RRSP, the contributor is able to defer some of their taxable income, while providing funds for their spouse to enjoy at retirement.

Spousal RRSPs work best if the contributing spouse has a higher income than their partner. The main benefit of

Retired nurse Betty ported missing. As well, Risto left Alberta and five blank leaves symresided in Spur Valley bolize missing women for several years. While unknown to the quilters here she was a member at the time of construcof the Valley Piecemaktion. er’s Quilt Guild. After Donna fears there one too many times of will be more sympathy being greeted by frozen for Pickton after the pipes after a trip, she lawyers and media finish packed it in and moved telling how he got to be Betty Risto to Victoria. the way he is, than there There she became a member of is for the women he is accused of murthe Victoria Quilter’s Guild. Through dering. She wants the public to know church connections, Betty met Donna they were wonderful daughters, mothForster. Donna loves prostitutes. ers, cousins, aunts, sisters and friends This 70 year old grandmother goes -more than just prostitutes. out on a weekly basis and meets with Donna and Betty designed and “her girls”, as she fondly calls them, pieced the quilt and were helped by othbringing them sandwiches and encour- er quilt guild members in various ways aging words. Donna’s husband Gipp to bring it to completion. The quilt will is a retired street pastor and currently be displayed at the guild’s show and sale spends part of his time writing for Se- at the Sannich Fair Grounds in Victoria nior Living magazine, which is distrib- from May 5-7th. uted on Vancouver Island.

Afterwards it will be sent for display The three joined together in a proj- in various churches in the lower mainect to commemorate the murdered land, with the request that people pray women, several of whom Donna knew, for the families of the victims. whose remains were discovered on The two women are planning the Robert Pickton’s property in Port Co- construction of a commemorative quiltquitlam. The memorial quilt is covered for the twelve or more missing women with leaves bearing the names of each of the Highway of Tears near Prince missing woman. Every leaf is made George. Also near completion is a quilt from a different fabric, to represent the done for the twenty or more missing uniqueness of each individual. Barely and murdered women in the Edmonton visible on the quilt are leaves which area. All three quilts bear the same leaf represent women who may never be re- and cross pattern.

a spousal RRSP is that it allows for income-splitting when the couple retires, as withdrawals from it will generally be taxable in the hands of the partner who owns the spousal RRSP. Note that there are certain rules to follow concerning withdrawals, to ensure they are not taxed in the hands of the spousal contributor.

It is also important while contributing to a spousal RRSP that the couple attempts to estimate their income from all sources at retirement. The goal is to equalize these incomes at that time. In doing so the couple should achieve income-splitting which will reduce their taxes in their retirement years.

An investment professional can assist you in making the most out of your retirement savings.

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February 24, 2006

HERE TO SERVE YOU Complete Automotive Repairs

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507B - 7th Avenue Invermere, BC (beside the laundromat)

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 27

February 24, 2006

HERE TO SERVE YOU Protect your property from theft and vandalism

Call today (250) 688-HAWK (4295) valleyhawksecurity@shaw.ca

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NOTICES

MISC. FOR SALE

Wildsight (East Kootenay Environmental Society) A.G.M. Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at DTSS, 7:30pm $16,000. Call Dave, 342-8819.

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.

FLEA MARKET

Feb. 28th, 10am-2pm, Legion, lunch at 11:30am ($4.00). To book a table or for more info call Sylvia, 342-6559. Hosted by the Legion Ladies Auxilary and Legion Branch 71.

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Rocky Mountain Buffalo now available at Grant’s Foods on 8th Ave Invermere. 342-7308. _________________________ Grandma needs a quieter horse.

15.3 Appendix mare, 9 years old.

Needs experienced rider. 342-0814.

VEHICLES FOR SALE 1999 Olds Alero. V6, 4dr, power, cruise. $4500 347-6942. _________________________ 1993 Chrysler Concorde, 3.3L V6 auto, 164,000km well maintianed. Has factory-installed fold away child seat. $3400.

Gordon 342-6786. _________________________

1994 Chrysler Concorde, good shape, new stereo and speakers,

4 door, green. $3000 OBO 3426376 evenings. _________________________ 1996 Yukon SLT 199,000km 359 V8 $9,900 OBO, 1980 Suburban TRL Spec original 109,000km 454 excellent condition, safety inspection $5,000 OBO, 1992 Wilderness 19’ Travel Trl. Air $8,900 OBO 403-547-1562. $16,000. Call Dave, 342-8819.

SERVICES

BOOKKEEPING SERVICES - Bookkeeping services, payroll, finan-

cial statements, GST/PST reporting. Blue Ox Business Services, 341-5421. _________________________

GUITAR LESSONS - First lesson free. Invermere-based. Ten years of teaching experience.

All styles. Call Chris at 403-3974108. $16,000. Call Dave, 342-8819.

CHEERS

Cheers to everyone who helped when Budder fell, Mom.

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 29

February 24, 2006

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS OBITUARIES JEAN VIOLET RAMSAY, born November 9, 1934 in Irvine Alberta. Passed away after a short illness Feburary 17, 2006.

Jean and Gordon worked on several ranches in Saskatchewan and Alberta before they and their 3 small children settled in Medicine Hat, where they lived for 9 years. In 1965 Gordon moved his family to Athalmer after securing a job with Kootenay National Park.

Jean had a true love of the outdoors, whether it was fishing, camping, hunting or just sitting watching the sunset. She loved Rodeos.

Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were her greatest loves. She loved to spend time with her friends, sitting around reminiscing.

She treasured all her friends, especially her special friend Willie, he meant so much to her.

She was predeceased by her husband Gordon, in 1987, and her brothers, Gordon and Leo. She is survived by her daughter Judy (Russ), Sons Randy (Jane), Bill (Linda), Brother Elmer Spiry and Sister-in-law Kay Spiry. Her grandchildren Bert, Niki (Wilfred), Jim (Sue), Ashley, DJ, Dawn, Kimmie and Gordie. Her Great Grandchildren, Trisha, Steven, Amber, Lucas and Abbey. And many, many nieces and nephews.

The Family would like to thank Dr. Gouch, Tina and Anna for their special kindess, you will not be forgotten. We would also like to thank the nurses in ER. You all made our hard time easier.

A tea will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion on Friday February 24th at 2:00 pm.

TIME SHARE RENTAL Spring Break in Mexico - Timeshare rental - Grand Mayan.

Grand Master suite, 2 bedrooms,

2 baths, kitchen, dining, living room. March 18 to 25 at Nuevo Vallarta, or March 25 to April 1 at Mayan Riviera. Call 342-6761 or contact: ez_let@shaw.ca.

MEXICO - Book before Feb 28th and save $200/week. Whether it’s one week or five weeks, you can’t beat this! One-bedroom or twobedroom w/luxury accommodation, LR/DR/K, granite counters, private dipping pool on your own balcony. Choose any Grand Mayan Resort $1,150CDN/week.

No Block Outs - Book before Feb 28th and save $200/week. Call today and leave tomorrow. Jill: 250-342-0445. (Reservations are subject to availability).

SUITES FOR RENT Bright 2-bdrm walk-out basement suite with private entrance, close to town and Panorama, utilities, satelite, and W/D included, $675/mth + DD, N/S, N/P, partially furnished if needed, 342-2100.

Studio suite fully furnished, utilities, W/D, TV & cable, shared washroom. N/S, N/P, $500, one person, available March 1st. Call Mom’s Upholstery 342-0355.

1 bedroom basement suite avail.

March 1st, N/S, N/P. 342-1617.

New bright one bedroom ground level suite in downtown Invermere. Utilities, cable. laun-

dry included. N/S, N/P, $625/ month. Available immediately 341-6215. _________________________ FORT POINT apartment, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Private entrance, bright, cable, utilities, N/P, N/S, March 15th, 1 yr lease. $875. To view 342-6752.

FOR RENT FAMILY HOME in Wilder subdivision, Invermere. Excellent condition, unfurnished, 2 bdrms up, 2 down, 2.5 bath, 6 appliances, double attached garage. 1 year minimum, N/P, N/S, available immediately. $1100/mth + utilities + DD. 403-807-2380

HOMES FOR SALE

WANTED

INVERMERE - Must be moved, well-built, good shape, new roof, 26x42, $75,000 or offers, 342-0603.

Portable dishwasher needed for working family. 341-5419.

Unique 2617 square foot, eight room home on .48 acres located in the four seasons resort town of Invermere. View at BC4sale. ca, listing #2989.

Kitchen corner bench w/table and chairs. Seats 8-10 $250, Bar and 4 stools $125. 342-3797.

Walk-out bungalow condo, Unit 14 Ospraylane. 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1340 sq.ft. Fully developed large single attached garage $349,000 403-253-2904

LOST & FOUND STEIN APARTMENTS - residential and commercial. 342- 6912.

3 bedroom executive home, furnished, N/S, N/P, available May 1st. 342-1617.

LOST: Turquoise tweed/wool jacket lost Feb 14th between Tim Horton’s and Athalmere hill.

Reward 270-0306.

CONDO FOR SALE CONDO FOR RENT Invermere, central location - 2bedroom condo, N/P, N/S available March 1st. $800/month plus damage deposit. Call 341-6284 or cell 688-0083 evenings.

ROOMMATES WANTED Invermere: Roommate wanted to share new house in Westside Park, 342-3705.

Two Bedroom Condo, close to Invermere IGA. Sundeck, mountain views, $135,000. 342-6255

WANTED TO RENT Employed family seeking modest country home within 30mins. of Invermere to rent for spring. Have references, 250226-0055.

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Please contact: Warwick Interiors Box 2673 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0. 250-342-6264 ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRAINING, B.C Licensed Employment Agency.

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Apply on-line at www.rockymountaintraining.bc.ca Phone 342-6011 or 1-888-737-5511.

WE ARE RECRUITING FOR 6 linemen, 1 fibre optic splicing tech, 20 labourers, 1 upholsterer, office administration, accountant/ bookkeeper, chefs, reservations and housekeeping.

Full-time front desk/admin person required for busy office. Duties include general clerical duties such as answering phones, scheduling orders, data entry, and filing. Person must be computer literate with knowledge of accounting, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must have the ability to multi-task, organize, and work with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills and knowledge of the area an asset.

Completion of high school and some post secondary education essential. Must be reliable with own transportation and willing to work flexible hours and occasional weekends. Reply to Box 1072, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 _________________________

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Skilled, experienced in Windows XP, Access/excel; Publisher, basic book keeping, Internet and email tasks. Adaptable, excellent grammar, innovative, able to take direction, proficiency test required. Long term staff to grow with business. $14.50/ hour. Windermere Please reply, resume and references: crisanna@tyGproductions.com Part time leading to full time: Must be able to work weekends.

Apply with resume to Penner Footwear, ask for Lynda or Vic. Helna’s Stube is looking for experienced part time evening server, kitchen help, dishwasher. Fax resume to 347-0049 or call 347-0047.

Anglz Hair Studio is looking for full-time hair stylist to start immediately. Call Maria 342-3227 Truck driver/equipment operator, class 1 or 3 w/air brakes. Full time, willing to train. Wage depends on experience. Phone 342-3773 or fax 342-2224 Employees needed, competitive wages and positions based on experience. Rock Works Landscape is a growing company specializing in boulder retaining walls, dry stack walls, steps and patios.

Duties include: rock installation, planting, concrete work, Bob Cat, excavator operation, raking, wheel barrowing, etc... Must be self motivated, have good problem solving skills, related experience in construction, and masonry a great asset. 250-342-5876.

IN MEMORIAM JAMES DEAN KESTER Oct 3rd 1927 - Feb 27 2005 Deep in our hearts your memory is kept.

We love you too dearly to ever forget.

Barb & Family

30 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

February 24, 2006

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Stone Creek Resorts, an established real estate developer and golf course operator, is looking to further bolster its resort operations team. We are seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our team.

Our approach to resort operations is simple – we strive to provide the ultimate guest experience - which means hiring and retaining employees who strive for excellence in all that they do. We are looking for team players with a ‘can do’ attitude to contribute positively to our continued growth. Our ideal candidates will possess characteristics that reflect our corporate values of caring, integrity, excellence, team spirit and financial responsibility.

We Work At Play!

Voted “Best Conditioned Course in BC” in 2005, Eagle Ranch Golf Course is an 18-hole championship golf course located in picturesque Invermere, British Columbia. In 2006, Eagle Ranch will proudly unveil a magnificent clubhouse complete with an expanded Golf Shop, full service dining room, meeting room and lounge.

At Eagle Ranch, our approach to golf operations is simple – we strive to provide the ultimate guest experience - which means hiring and retaining employees who strive for excellence in all that they do. We are looking for team players with a ‘can do’ attitude to contribute positively to our continued growth. Our ideal candidates will possess characteristics that reflect our corporate values of caring, integrity, excellence, team spirit and financial responsibility.

Administrative Assistant – Eagle Ranch Golf Course Eagle Ranch Golf Course is accepting resumes for the position of Administrative Assistant. This position requires a strong bookkeeping/accounting background including experience with A/P, A/R, Retail Inventory Control and F&B Inventory Control. A comfortable working knowledge of computer and software systems is essential. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, be extremely organized and have a calm, professional demeanour. Knowledge of the golf and/or recreational industry will be considered an asset.

This is a full-time, seasonal position (March to October) with the potential to work into year-round employment.

Application Deadline: Monday, February 27 Resumes may be sent confidentially to:

Email: info@eagleranchresort.com Fax: 1-250-342-2563

DIRECTOR F&B - EAGLE RANCH GOLF RESORT Eagle Ranch Golf Course is opening a magnificent clubhouse in the summer of 2006. Conveying the grandeur of ranch-style architecture, the clubhouse will feature a spacious ambience. Inside, there is a meeting room for small groups, a fine dining restaurant, a casual upscale lounge and a wine room featuring local and international selections. An ample patio space will provide the perfect space for relaxed dining while providing breathtaking views of the Columbia Valley and Lake Windermere.

Eagle Ranch Golf Course is seeking a passionate professional to manage our expanding Food & Beverage business. As the Director of Food & Beverage, you will be responsible for building a team of culinary and service professionals that will consistently provide an extra-ordinary dining experience.

Responsibilities include: • Management of the entire F&B operation including the restaurant, lounge, banquets and on-course food & beverage • Revenue forecasting and development of strategies to meet and exceed targets • Management of inventory including implementation of cost controls • Direct supervision of Executive Chef, Restaurant Supervisor and On-Course Supervisor Requirements: • Five or more years of F&B management experience preferably in a luxury full-scale environment • Proven track record developing and sustaining profitable F&B operations • Experience in developing, costing and pricing creative and innovative menus • Excellent background in wines • Demonstrated ability to inspire, train and develop an F&B team • A proven “hands-on” manager with a calm, organized management style • Exceptional customer service orientation, cost control skills and problem solving ability • Excellent oral and written communications skills • Experience opening new Food & Beverage operations will be considered an asset.

Application Deadline: Friday, March 17 Resumes may be sent confidentially to: Eagle Ranch Golf Resort Attention: Laurie Klassen RR #3, M-2, C-11, Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 Email: lklassen@eagleranchresort.com For detailed information, visit www.stonecreekproperties.com Stone Creek Resorts thanks all applicants for their interest, however only applicants who are considered for the position will be contacted.

Eagle Ranch Golf Course RR #3, M-2, C-11 Invermere, BC V0A 1K3

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Eagle Ranch Golf Course is now accepting resumes for the 2006 golf season!

Voted “Best Conditioned Course in BC” in 2005, Eagle Ranch Golf Course is an 18-hole championship golf course located in picturesque Invermere, British Columbia. In 2006, Eagle Ranch will proudly unveil a magnificent clubhouse complete with an expanded Golf Shop, full service dining room, meeting room and lounge.

At Eagle Ranch, our approach to golf operations is simple – we strive to provide the ultimate guest experience - which means hiring and retaining employees who strive for excellence in all that they do. We are looking for team players with a ‘can do’ attitude to contribute positively to our continued growth. Our ideal candidates will possess characteristics that reflect our corporate values of caring, integrity, excellence, team spirit and financial responsibility.

We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic and hard-working individuals to fill the following positions: • Turf Maintenance (Grounds Crew) • Beverage cart/Concession • Customer Care (Bag Drop/Range Attendants) • Golf Course Ambassadors (Marshals/Starters) • Golf Shop Retail Sales Application Deadline: Friday, March 10 Resumes may be sent confidentially to: Eagle Ranch Golf Course RR #3, M-2, C-11, Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 Email: info@eagleranchresort.com Fax: 1-250-342-2563 (Please note department preferences on cover letter)

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 31

February 24, 2006

FAITH

The Cowboy’s Commandments

By Dieter Magnus, Pastor Lake Windermere Alliance Church We live in a world of rapidly changing technology. The DVD player we use in our church is approximately two years “old.” The last DVD I tried wouldn’t play because “new” technology had been used to create it. Computer programs last for a few years, at best . . . and months, at worst. Each new year brings out new gadgets you must have on your car or truck. New racing bikes are stronger and lighter. New is always better - or is it?

If you pick up the Bible you have in your house (and you probably have one, even if you don’t know where it is), there is a section in Exodus chapter 21, verses 117 which spells out The Ten Commandments. Now, they are old! Scholars’ best estimation put their time of origin about 3,500 years ago.

They were given to a group of ex-slaves who were on a journey to find a national home. They had never done anything like this before. Up until this point, the Egyptians had been their masters. Now they were trusting God to lead them to a place where they could be a free people. God took their leader, Moses, up a mountain and set down ten basic principles people needed to live in harmony with God, and with each other.

That was 3,500 years ago, and obviously times have changed, so these laws must be obsolete. People today can worship many gods and live in perfect harmony. Parents’ role in the family is no longer necessary because the media does such a good job instilling life principles into children. Lies have become falsehoods (or spin-doctoring), so they no longer harm anyone.

Studies showing that the moral condition of country, which often has a correlation to church attendance, are just misinformed. Worshipping power, fame, money or sex is obviously better than worshipping God. Adultery no longer harms the people involved, so let’s not speak out against it. Murder is no longer an issue in our enlightened world. Words are just words, so we no longer need to control our tongues. If you have the power or craftiness, thievery is okay. Our advertising media never causes anyone to desire something others have in a way that creates unhappiness for the have-nots.

Maybe the problem is that we don’t understand how they apply to life today. A Grade 5 Sunday School class was discussing what it meant to honour your father and mother. When someone asked if there were any Commandments about brothers and sisters, one little boy was heard to mutter, “Yeah - thou shalt not kill.”

Maybe we’ve only heard the Commandments in King James’ English, and they didn’t sink in. Here is the Cowboy Version posted in the Cross Trails Church in Fairle, Texas: 1. Jist one God. 2. Honor yer Ma and Pa. 3. No tellin’ tales or gossipin’.

4. Git yerself to Sunday meetin’.

5. Put nothin’ before God. 6. No foolin’ around with another fellow’s gal.

7. No killin’.

8. Watch yer mouth.

9. Don’t take what ain’t yers.

10. Don’t be hankerin’ for yer buddy’s stuff.

Outdated? Look around you and decide for yourself. It’s amazing, but the Bible is just full of this stuff! What might be in there that could make a difference in your life? As our banner said a few weeks ago: “The competition is stiff, but we are still open Sundays.” We would love to help you discover God’s truth for your life.

Staff at The Bistro held a Teddy Bear draw and charged $1 per ticket during the holiday season. They raised $100 and the winner of the draw was Landon Nichol. Staff involved were Daniela Mattmann, Sabrina Meadows, Jeanie Smith (not pictured), and Charlie Ellis. Daniela also donated her $30 she made that day in tips. The money was presented to Tony Kraayvanger of the Food Bank last week. Peter Panneton, owner of The Bistro, said he was proud of the do-it-yourself initiative shown by his staff.

Valley Churches LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, February 26th, 10:30 a.m.

Worship and Life Instruction. Stewardship It’s a Matter of Trust “Lord I trust you - What About Him?” Sunday School for ages 3 to Grade 3 during the morning service.

Senior Pastor Rev. Dieter Magnus • Associate Pastor Rev. Jared Enns 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 342-9535 WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY Sunday, February 26th 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 Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere 1-866-426-7564 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Every Sunday 10:00 am Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • Radium Seniors’ Hall • 342-6633 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Sunday, 10:00 am President J.P. Tremblay • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 1-866-349-5772

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32 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

February 24, 2006

Invermere

At Panorama: At Radium:

Independently Owned and Operated

250-342-6505

Wende Brash 342-1300

Bernie Raven 342-7415

Daniel Zurgilgen 342-1612

Ed English 342-1194

Great Retreat

Jan Klimek 342-1195

Enjoy all the activity or rest and relaxation that Panorama Mountain Village has to offer. This studio offers ski to your door convenience in winter and a quiet, restful summer location that is just a stroll away from Panorama amenities. MLS#115336

$79,900.00

250-341-4898 250-347-0041

John McCarthy Lynda Kirkpatrick 342-1758 341-1907

Scott Wallace 342-5309

Great Starter Home

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Andy Smith 342-1709

Clean and spacious with great views of the Wetlands. This starter home offers open living area and updated features. Large shed with power. Appliances included, furnishings negotiable. MLS#115458

$69,000.00

Ron Maciborski Bryan Hookenson 342-5704 341-1266

250-342-2829 1-888-258-9911

Rob Rice 341-5935

Deborah-Kim Rice 342-5935

Terrific Family Home

This 13 year old home with plenty of space has 2 BDR and 2 BTR up with 3 BDR and bath down. Fireplace in downstairs family room with a walkout to the oversized garage. Fenced yard, storage shed and 2 ponds complete the package. MLS#115426

$349,900.00

Make It Happen

Cabin at the Lake

Ski Hill View

Studio unit on the top floor of the Tamarack Lodge. This unit has recently been painted and comes with extra furniture. Come and see the ski hill and mountain views. MLS#115486

In Columere Park on Columbia Lake. With private subdivision ownerʼs beach park, marina and tennis courts. Additional 12 by 8 1/2ft detached sleeping cabin and garden shed. Enjoy recreational life in this desirable lake access community. MLS#113850

Opportunity knocks. Location is the key to this beautiful Ski Tip Lodge, one bedroom condo. Incredible view of the slopes. Rental pool income. Condo fees include utilities. MLS#114256

$121,900.00+gst

$260,000.00

$165,000.00+gst

Best Value

Great View Lot

Perfect Location

Enjoy life at Radium Ridge. This convenient condo offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus powder room. Bright, west facing unit with partially finished walk-out basement. Furnishings included! MLS#113507

This wonderful piece of property is ready for your dream home. Enjoy the stunning views offered from this partially treed, level building site with easy access already provided. Just a hop and a skip to Columbia Lake. A great opportunity...... MLS#113594

This treed lot in Castle Rock Estates offers beautiful mountain views and lends itself to a walk-out basement. Situated in the show home cul-de-sac where everyone is built around you. Sit back and take your time in picking the perfect home plan. MLS#114211

$329,900.00

Panorama Gem

$280,000.00

Copper City

Before you buy that luxury condo take a look at this low maintenance, luxuriously finished home on Greywolf Drive; a beauty in the wilderness.

Room for family and friends with four bedrooms and a developed basement. Huge deck with mountain views. Must be seen to be appreciated.

MLS#115418

Land investment opportunity with seasonal high return business! This popular amusement park in Windermere comes as a complete turn-key operation or as a land investment with the seller leasing back the business. Beautiful 18 hole mini-golf course with gardens and waterways, family go-cart track, bumper boats and a full concession. MLS#114441

$685,000.00

$1,990,000.00+GST

$97,000.00