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VALLEY NEWS
Supporters rally around Lot 4616 and nearby Pine Ridge Mountain Resort have dedicated a high percentage of parkland in their Letters from the pubdevelopments. lic regarding District Lot “If development pro4616 are overwhelmingly ceeds we expect that at in favour of it remainleast 50 percent be dediing within the Agriculcated as parkland,” he tural Land Reserve, said said. Invermere Councillor “Otherwise we’d be Bob Campsall. looking at small neigh“Every one I have read bourhood parks instead of so far is opposed to remova large, destination park ing it from the ALR,” said for the community.” Mr. Campsall. “I haven’t The next meeting of seen any yet that support the committee will likely its removal.” be held in the fall, after The public feedback, results of an archaeologiconsisting of about two cal assessment and ethnodozen letters, was rebotanical survey are received last week as part of the process on an applicaleased. tion from the provincial Lorne Shovar, the repgovernment to remove resentative of the AkisqEasily accessible from the access road to CastleRock, the lakeview acreage would make a beautiful public park. the land from the reserve nuk Band on the commitin order for it to be develtee, said he has no reaction further public consultation. However, he said the final oped. to the letters and would like to save discussions until decision rests with the province’s Agricultural Land The content of the letters will not be made public Commission. the next meeting is held and results of the two studies until council’s next meeting on August 12th. HowThe 156-acre lot is currently Crown land. The ap- are released. ever, Mr. Campsall said some of the letters were quite plication to exclude the lot from the Agricultural Land Buzz Harmsworth, a former district councillor visionary. Reserve was placed by the Integrated Land Manage- who now lives across from the property, wrote one “One letter used the analogy that if we showed the ment Bureau, which manages C`rown land in B.C. of the letters opposing removal of Lot 4616 from the vision and drive it could become Invermere’s Central District Lot 4616’s prime location on the hill- land reserve. Park or Stanley Park,” he said. “My own view is that side on the western side of Lake Windermere, on the He said that when he was councillor 35 years ago with the kind of response we’ve had, I can’t support it southern edge of town, affords breath-taking views of he asked for the property to be put aside as parkland, coming out of the ALR unless we know exactly what Lake Windermere. but that did not happen. “It’s a beautiful property for the plans for the land are.” Currently the lot is designated as public parkland people to walk in,” he said. “We need to keep recreA committee to decide on the future of Lot 4616 and open space, and Invermere council would like to ation areas for people to move around in these days.” was formed several years ago and includes representa- keep it entirely as parkland; however, other parties inHe added that the area should not be removed tives from the District of Invermere, the Province, the volved have shown interest in developing the land. from the land reserve until a proper plan is in place. Akisqnuk Band, and the Shuswap Band. Norm Macdonald, the MLA for Columbia River“The greatest chance of getting parkland space Councillor and mayoral candidate Gerry Taft, there is to compromise and allow some development Revelstoke, said he would like to see the land transwho is the chief negotiator for Invermere on the com- to proceed,” said Mr. Taft. ferred to the local government. “The province has set mittee, said council can recommend removing the lot Mr. Campsall, who is also on the committee, said rules that make that more difficult,” he said. “I think from the land reserve, oppose its removal, or ask for other developments such as the adjacent CastleRock ideally it should be park space.” By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff
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RCMP are investigating a case of damage and theft that took place at the Windermere Golf Course. The property damage occurred between 9 p.m. on July 9th, and 5 a.m. on July 10th. The gate to the course was broken open and further entry was gained where the private carts are kept. One cart was taken out and driven on the greens and over patio furniture. The windows on one of the maintenance sheds were smashed out. Numerous sets of golf clubs were taken from inside the shed where the private golf carts are kept. The umbrellas were also stolen from the patio furniture. The damage is estimated to be around $2,500, and the stolen property is valued at $5,000. If you have information, call RCMP at (250) 342-9292 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
Man charged with trafficking
On July 11th at 8 p.m., an RCMP member was making patrols on Kootenay No. 3 Road in Windermere. The officer noticed a man, matching the description of a suspect in a boat theft, walking on the road. The officer stopped and checked the man who identified himself. The 19-year-old Windermere man was arrested for theft and searched. This search found several small “baggies” totalling 8.9 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine on his person. Another “baggie” contained 12 small orange pills with a “pistol” stamp on them, which RCMP believe are ecstasy. The suspect was then advised he was also under arrest for possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking. Later, at the police station, underneath the rear seat of the police car where the suspect was sitting, the officer located yet another “baggie” containing another eight orange pills
believed to be ecstasy, and an additional smaller, “powder” filled bag. On July 12th, he was formally charged with the following offences: Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking; Theft Over $5000; Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vessel. He was released from police custody at a bail hearing conducted via telephone on Saturday, July 12th by a Judicial Justice of the Peace. He is scheduled to appear in Invermere Provincial Court on August 19th.
Man charged with assaulting wife
On July 12th at 5:48 p.m., RCMP were called to a residence in Invermere after a report of a assault. Upon arrival, police were advised by witnesses that a man had struck his wife about a half hour before the call. RCMP located the man, a 53-year-old Invermere resident. He was arrested, and released on conditions to have no contact with his spouse, and to appear in Invermere Provincial Court on August 19th.
Man charged with striking wife
On July 6th at about 11:30 p.m., ,the RCMP received a 911 Emergency call from a woman who alleged she was assaulted by her common-law husband. Upon arrival, the police were told that the suspect, a 33-year-old Invermere man, had punched his spouse in the head with a closed fist and then thrown her property around. While enroute, a second officer was told that the suspect had left the residence in a blue Dodge pick-up. The man was also believed to have been drinking and was possibly on crystal meth. RCMP observed the blue pickup near the residence and the man was arrested and was remanded into custody to appear in Cranbrook Provincial Court on July 8th. At the time of this news release, the detachment has no further information. Continued on Page 19
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Students to receive credit for Hockey Canada program By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff A Hockey Canada Skills Academy will be launched at David Thompson Secondary School when classes resume in the fall. Twenty-four students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 will participate in an official Hockey Canada program, which will be a credit that appears on their transcripts. The program will be taught by Daphne Neal, who has coached hockey up to a provincial level Daphne Neal and Darren Danyluk organized the hockey academy. and played AAA hockey Photo by Sally Waddington for the B.C. Outback. The class, made up explained principal Darren Danyluk. “The school of roughly 40 percent girls and 60 percent boys, will district gave us approval last June. It is a boardparticipate in the academy for six hours each week. authorized course.” Three sessions will be at Eddie Mountain Memorial However, when Mrs. Neal’s two-year-old daughter Arena, one session will be in the classroom, and one Keira was diagnosed with cancer, the academy was will be a dryland session. put on hold. “It didn’t make sense to start without In addition, students are required to help the Daphne,” said Mr. Danyluk, “so the kids had to be community with volunteer work outside school hours, patient. And they didn’t lose interest because they are primarily refereeing for local minor hockey leagues. still very keen.” Hockey Canada launched their Skills Academy The students pay $165 to participate in the program program in 2001 in two Alberta schools. It was a and must provide their own gear. However, Mrs. Neal result of the 1999 Molson Open-Ice Summit, which insists that’s the cheapest price she’s heard. The money recommended “cooperative efforts between school pays for ice time, guest coaches and supplies, including boards, local hockey associations and sponsors to skill-analysis video software that will give personal better utilize ice times and school facilities.” critiques of the players’ performances. The program is now successfully operating in Both Mrs. Neal and Mr. Danyluk feel the program 115 Canadian schools. Daphne Neal credits Hockey is about more than creating top-level hockey players. Canada’s endorsement with the academy’s popularity. “The number-one thing isn’t to produce NHL “It has become a program that is very successful players but to improve the students’ confidence and because Hockey Canada has a ton of resources and self-esteem,” said Mrs. Neal. knowledge,” she said. “A lot is invested at the Hockey “We will reap the benefits in more than just this Canada level.” program,” agreed Mr. Danyluk. “Hopefully kids will David Thompson Secondary School required a be more excited to come to school and more motivated licence to use the program in 2007. in class.” “The idea has been a couple of years in the works,”
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July 18, 2008
Historic home should be saved By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher
One of the drawbacks about living in the Columbia Valley (I would venture to say the only drawback) is the dearth of historic buildings here that give communities so much charm and character – buildings like the Weir house, shown in the photo on this page. Small towns all over Canada, even in Cranbrook and Golden, have lovely old wood-sided houses built with the skills of craftsmen that can rarely, if ever, be replicated. Yet every year in our valley, more old buildings fall to the wrecking ball as the area grows and develops. I realize this is purely an emotional reaction. I love old stuff – antique furniture, books and letters, vintage clothing and especially old buildings. The warm smell of an old house and even the creak of the floorboards inspire the aura of past lives. My husband rightly points out that anyone in their right mind would be far better off to raze a building to the ground and start over than try to restore an old house. But people do it all the time, so it can’t be just me who isn’t in my right mind! I watch television shows where people prop up the walls while they replace every square inch of the interior, salvaging everything they can down to the last square-headed nail. This is seriously a labour of love. I don’t have a solution for saving the Weir house. The owners, like many others in the valley, have every right to sell the property. The house itself is decrepit and needs mountains of time and work. And even if somebody bought it, where would it be moved? This would be a good time for the mythical philanthropist to appear – the one who wants to devote his fortune to the valley, the one whom every group in the valley is awaiting like the Second Coming. Only a person with deep pockets and a passion for old buildings could be persuaded to embark on such a rash venture. But oh, how I will hate to see that old house demolished!
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Happy days on Fort Point In former days, the Weir house on Fort Point was a tourist camp. This photo was provided by Jenny Weir, who still lives in Invermere. Mrs. Weir believes that this photograph was taken at the official opening of the Lake Windermere Bungalow Camp on Canada Day, July 1st, 1920. Th e tourist camp ran until 1929, when it was turned into a camp for girls. The house was inhabited by the Weir family until recently. It is now for sale for $1.29 million. For a history of the old house, see Page 23.
Carbon tax will not be returned Dear Editor: An open letter to Premier Gordon Campbell: I agree with you that the higher the price of gasoline, the less I will drive, because I don’t have to drive anywhere much. Two or three cents be darned. But what about the guy who drives to work? What about the folks who heat with oil or propane? Many, if not most, also have a wood stove or fireplace and will use them burning bug-killed wood, maybe (but fir or larch is better).
That should reduce global warming all right, unless you ban wood-burning like they have in many areas to reduce pollution. You say every cent collected on carbon tax will be returned. Bull. How much did those $100 bribery cheques cost to have issued and mailed? How much did you pay for those full-page ads in the paper? I think you got sucked in by Mr. Dionne and I think you are doing the same to me. Gunner Jorgensen Invermere
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VISTA DEL LAGO – This artist’s rendition shows the proposed hotel complex, part of Vista Del Lago in downtown Invermere planned by Stoneset Equities.
Residents don’t agree with requested height variance Dear Editor: This letter is in regard to Stoneset Equities asking the District of Invermere to increase the height of phase one of its Vista Del Lago development to 17 metres instead of 15 metres. We do not agree with this and are shocked to hear that variances are so easily given out by the District of
Invermere. The view from the streets of Invermere will soon be tall buildings instead of mountains. It will be like Athalmer: the view is of tall buildings and not the lake. Fern and George Oglestone Invermere
Dances held in Elkhorn barn Dear Editor: The barn pictured in the Jly 11th issue (built on the site of the old agricultural experimental station) was privately owned and known as the Elkhorn in the late 1940s and early 1950s. During July and August, Sat-
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Public needs to review Stoneset’s plans Dear Editor: The District of Invermere has chosen to send letters of notification to several privileged families to garner input regarding the requested changes to the Vista del Lago development. Even though the development affects every citizen of the community, the planning director has chosen to consult only a select few. If you don’t live within 100 metres of the development, he doesn’t care what you think about the face of your community. What sort of “fuzzy-headed” thinking is that? This development is the face of our community! Every single citizen should be asked for comment, not just the minimum required by the planning approval bylaw. Purportedly, the request for a variance to the building height has been made at the behest of the District. The planning staff spent months analyzing the original plans prior to the public hearing and final approval. Why on earth would the District now want a “prettier roofline” that would requires an additional two metres of height? If the original roofline was unacceptable, why were we asked to approve it? Don’t you believe it, folks! I suspect that this design change will, magically, permit the inclusion of additional units in the hotel. Just as with the original design and approval, it
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seems like the planning staff is doing more work for the developer than his own people. All we have to do is remember the outlandish recommendations and statements from the former planning director to realize with whom the District staff are aligned. Rumor has it that the District is even negotiating with CP Rail on behalf of the developer. Are they not capable of doing even that themselves? If staff is in fact, doing the negotiations regarding the overhead walkway, is the developer paying for that service? This development was approved only after the citizens of this community held the planning committee, staff and council to account. We even had to suggest the inclusion of staged development of the community amenities since staff and council had not thought of such a thing. Their concept was to let the development be completed and then hope and pray that the amenities would be built. Remember how, back in 2006, the developer needed the planning committee to approve the design, based upon a verbal presentation, because the hotelier was anxious to build that year? Remember how the planning committee and staff were all set to approve the verbal presentation until the meeting attendees objected? Now council is looking to shove some design changes through without even the courtesy of another
public meeting. The last time we saw this was with Lake Windermere Resort (2000) when an original plan was proposed and approved and then change after change was granted to the developers without regard for the community. It is time to put a stop to this nonsense! Let us see the proposed plans! Let us have public information sessions! If the developer is not satisfied with what the citizens approved, let’s start the public hearing process again. I suspect that I am not the only person who is tired of a development approval process that leads us to approve plans that the developer has no intention of building.The answer to this request is NO! Build what was approved or start the approval process at the beginning. District staff works for us, not the developer; just tell them NO! If the developer wants changes, bring the design changes to a public information session so that interested parties can review them and provide feedback. Show us some three-dimensional modelling, show us what the building will look like from the Bank of Commerce, show us what it will look like from the lake. Let us, once and for all, stop these sneaky “end runs” on the community. Michael Meehan Invermere
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Pictured here at her home on Lake Lillian, clay artist Pauline Newhouse will host a stop on August 3rd’s Tour of the Arts. See Page 12.
Columbia Valley Tour of the Arts • Various Locations
Artist Studio Tour. Visit 6 Studios, featuring over 30 local artists. Sunday August 3. Purchase tour passport at Pynelogs or call 342-4423.
RETROSPECTIVE · Pauline Newhouse • Pynelogs Cultural Centre Celebrate the work of ceramic artist, Pauline Newhouse. Reception, Monday July 21 from 7 – 9 pm. Show dates: July 22 – Aug 3.
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breakfast, live music, information booths, entertainers and the Gagné Logging Show. To help with the event, call Sheila Tutty at 250-342-9216 or email: sheila@invermerevalleyecho.com. • 8 p.m.: Second Annual ‘50s and ‘60s Sock Hop at Invermere Curling Club. Tickets available at the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce office and Dave’s Book Bar for $30 each. Call 250-342-2844. • Every second Saturday bring your lunch to the Museum for a picnic and games. • Kimberley Summer Theatre on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Live musical theatre, call Kimberley Chamber of Commerce, 250-427-3666.
Friday, July 18th-Saturday, July 19th:
Sunday, July 20th:
• 26th Annual White House Classic: Friday live auction at 9 p.m. Saturday golf tournament starts at noon, auction from 3-7 p.m. and parade at 5 p.m. Proceeds support local community initiatives and families in need. Live entertainment both days. • Columbia Valley Twirlers Square Dance Club of Radium Hot Springs is hosting a dance weekend. Mainstream dance at 8 p.m. on Friday, and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Dances held at the Radium Community Hall. Free camping and a barbecue. For info call Albert at 250-347-6573.
• 10:30 a.m.: Special guest speaker Lisa Rohrick, missionary to Niger, West Africa, at Lake Windermere Alliance Church. • Heart of the Rockies triathlon, Invermere. Visit www.heartoftherockiestri.ca. • 12:30 p.m.: Windermere Valley Shared Ministry 40th Anniversary Community Barbecue at the Museum grounds. Fun for the whole family, games, face painting, balloons and more. No cost, just a donation to the food bank. Bring your own chairs and environmentally friendly cups!
Friday, July 18-Sunday, July 20th:
Tuesday, July 22
Saturday, August 2nd:
• 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Innovation, a Fresh Look at Art. Youthful Art Show, featuring the art of Japhy Shine Hunt, at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. For more information, call 250-342-4423.
• Noon- 2 p.m.: Stephen Lewis Foundation Rep coming to Golden. Meeting with groups of Grandmothers and Grand Others. Representative, Julie Coultas, will answer questions about the organization. Pot luck lunch. Call 20-344-5508 for more info.
• Non-motorized day on the lake sponsored by the Lake Windermere Project. Bring out all your nonmotorized vessels. Official start time is 11 a.m. For info: 250-341-6898. • Volunteers needed for boat counting on August 2nd and 3rd. Contact Lake Windermere Project for more information, 250-341-6898 or e-mail hwhc@ wildsight.ca
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Saturday, July 19th: • 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Card making class at ScrappyDo’s, downtown Invermere. Making Birthday Cards. Contact 250-342-7238 to reserve your spot or to find out what other scrap booking classes are running this summer. • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Invermere Farmers’ Market open in downtown Invermere every Saturday. • 9:30 a.m.- 12 noon: Flag Football every Saturday for all ages at the Bighorn’s football field behind the old high school. • 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: BIG Book Sale at the Invermere Community Hall. All funds support the library. Bring your gently-used books to the Invermere library before July 17th. To volunteer, call Christine at 250-342-0470. • 8 a.m.: Valley Appreciation Day: free pancake
Tuesday, July 22- Sunday, August 3rd: • B.C. in a Box-Finger Play: Potters Guild of B.C featuring a traveling exhibition featuring 50 pieces of work. Also honouring a “Retrospective” of local potter, Pauline Newhouse. Exhibition at Pynelogs 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Artist opening is Wednesday, July 23 from 7-9 p.m. Call 250-342-4423 for more info.
Thursday, July 24th: • Every Thursday afternoon the Friends of the Invermere Public Library, with assistance provided by the Science of Alberta Foundation, will be offering a paleontology program. Kindergarten-
Grade 3. Register your child by calling the library at 250-342-6426. Please pre-register. • 7:30 p.m.: Organized, round table, discussion on Windermere incorporation. Windermere Community Hall. Call Rod Turnbull 250-342-3966
Friday, July 25th: • 7:30 p.m.: Female Mud Wrestling at the White House in Windermere. Entry fee $10. First prize $200.
Saturday, July 26th: • 8 a.m.-3 p.m.: Volunteers are needed at the Community Green house beside the high school Come for as long as you like but please contact ahead of time. Refreshments served. Please contact Bill Swan at ospreyco@telus.net to find out how you can help.
Tuesday, July 29th: •2-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m.: EK Integrated Management Partnership Open House, discuss the Lake Windermere sensitive shoreline assessment. Windermere Community Hall. For info call 250341-6898 or email hwhc@wildsight.ca
Sunday, August 3rd: • Columbia Valley Arts Tour: Showcasing local artisits in creative settings. Includes Pauline Newhouse, Cathy Dalrymple, Alice Hale, Pat Ludors, Cam Berry and Lynne Grillmair. Finishes with a cocktail reception at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. For advanced tickets call Columbia Valley Arts council at 245-342-4423. Tickets are $20 or 2 for $30;
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Lake Lillian an idyllic stop on Tour of the Arts Since coming to Invermere 20 years ago, Pauline has had numerous shows at Pynelogs. “Pynelogs suits me as a place to show my work,” Off the Panorama she said. “Columbia Valley Road, down a narrow Arts is supportive and I’m lane, across a bridge and so pleased to take part in under the Newhouse the Tour of the Arts as a Island sign is a very special way of giving back.” place. A ruddy duck with Pauline said she “feels eight babies swims among very blessed to have the the reeds, a loon calls, and opportunity to do what a bittern takes flight. I want and have others The peaceful waters of PN Clay Studio sits right beside Lake Lillian. enjoy it. Lake Lillian with Mount Photo by Sally Waddington “I am so fortunate Nelson in the distance to have my health and a inspire clay artist Pauline Newhouse. Pauline is opening her PN Clay Studio and wonderful supportive family,” she added. The first annual Columbia Valley Tour of the Arts its lovely surroundings for the first annual Columbia is a self-guided tour of six studios and gardens. The Valley Tour of the Arts on Sunday, August 3rd. A University of Alberta pottery class more than 40 resident artist at each site, as well as guest artists, will years ago began Pauline’s journey with clay. It evolved demonstrate and display their artistic crafts. A total of 31 artists who work in a variety of media to a wheel in the basement, a kiln in the garage and a degree in Fine Arts, majoring in sculpture. She learned – wood, paints, glass, clay and metal – are participating. Artwork is offered for sale at each site. the language of sculpture then applied it to clay. Tour of the Arts Passports are $20 and contain The story of how clay has been used through history fascinates Pauline. Very early on, man shaped, carved driving directions and a map highlighting each of the and fired clay. Those instinctive human expressions sites. Children 12 and younger are free with an adult. Passports are available on Saturday mornings at became political, social and cultural symbols. Pauline creates both functional pottery and the Arts Council kiosk in front of Dave’s Book Bar, sculpture pieces. She loves to make pots that have a or every day at Pynelogs, Essentials, One Hour Photo purpose – things people can hold, drink or eat from. and Bliss Hair & Esthetics in Invermere, Trims & Sculptures, on the other hand, allow Pauline the Treasures Esthetics Studio in Fairmont, and N’Deco freedom to make pieces with only the visual in mind. Interiors and the Information Centre in Radium. Submitted by Lynda Tutty Columbia Valley Tour of the Arts
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July 18, 2008
FRESH STRAWBERRIES
Local boy Martin Reisle home to perform with his band By Dorothy Isted Special to The Pioneer Martin Reisle has a subtle sense of humour. The born-and-raised valley boy recently graduated from the University of British Columbia with degrees in composing and guitar. When describing the band, called Maria in the Shower, and his upcoming show at Christ Church Trinity on July 26th, he said they will be “playing up the religious aspect of Maria in the Shower, since Santa Maria appeared in the shower, and the waters are blessed.” All kidding aside, the audience is in for a treat. A recent review published on Vancouver website www. ronatron.net stated: “This is one of the most amazing and innovative shows I’ve ever seen performed by a small and virtually unknown band . . . All of this combined make Maria in the Shower one of the bands to watch. It’s not an exaggeration to say that this band is completely amazing and is exactly the kind of vibrant expression of art that this city so badly needs right now.” Naming their band after a Sesame Street character is indicative of the quirky stage presence of the group, which also includes another local boy, Brendon Hartley. The
Martin performs with another local musician, Brendon Hartley, in their band called Maria in the Shower. third member is Jack Garton and the fourth is Todd Biffard, whom Martin calls “the stable one.” Together they play an astonishing collection of standard and innovated instruments. “I really love sound,” said Martin. “I really like just different sounds and hearing them in the context of being arranged so they sound like music. I love turning things that aren’t necessarily instruments into instruments.” This is why audiences delight
in hearing hammers hitting metal tracks, marbles in bowls of water, and bicycle wheels being manipulated in varying pitches. Although he described himself as always playing in the wrong key when participating in Bruce Childs’ music classes at J. A. Laird school, Martin said he first got excited about music when he found a guitar. His dad Fritz helped him repair the broken neck, and paint it yellow and purple. “Having the composition class with Greg Constable, my high school band teacher, certainly encouraged me. I learned it was a rare thing to have this offered in high school. Mr. C. worked with me on lunch hours and encouraged me and gave tons of constructive feedback and lots of resources.” Martin also loves trees. “If you put your ear on the trunk you can hear things brushing up against branches. It’s incredible, almost like each branch has an ear on the end of it. And you can hear the roots, if you really listen. . .” Subtle humour. Original music. It doesn’t get any better. The band will also play Bud’s Bar & Lounge on July 24th with Plastic Acid, a rock string quartet. Tickets will be available at Dave’s Book Bar and at the door.
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July 18, 2008
Pioneer Briefs Safety for Seniors A brochure helping seniors ensure their home is safe has been produced by the Rotary Club of Invermere. Rotary member Claude Campbell came up with the idea after noticing that the only pamphlets available at local medical clinics were those put out by pharmaceutical companies and other commercial enterprises. The Rotary pamphlets, headlined “Seniors! . . . Is your home safe?” are currently being printed and will be available through the Rotary Club. Mr. Campbell, 91, is also hoping to see the brochures in doctors’ offices, at Invermere Seniors’ Hall and distributed through Interior Health. Forty-year Invermere resident Andy Stuart-Hill, 75, is helping out with the project and he said the aim is to make over-65s “go through their home and think about safety.” “As people get older, their agility and reaction time is not as quick,” Mr. Stuart-Hill said. “Our objective is that prevention is better than cure.” Mr. Campbell agrees that the brochures are about raising awareness. “The average person doesn’t think about their safety at home,” he said. “They don’t start thinking about it until it happens, and then it’s too late.” The pamphlet outlines the simple steps that seniors can take to reduce the risk of a fall at home. In the bathroom, install grab bars around the bath, shower and toilet, and consider a raised toilet seat. Ensure there are solid handrails on both sides of every stairway and easy access to light switches. Outside, set up motion-sensor lights and in the bedroom, keep a clear path to the door or bathroom. For a copy of the brochure, call (250) 342-0186 or (250) 342-7300. A free publication called “The Safe Living Guide” is available through Public Health at 1866-225-0709 or at www.phac-aspc.c.ca.
Perfect picnic spot at museum Looking for a place to have a picnic this summer? Come to the museum. The picnic tables are set up, the grass is green and there are washrooms nearby! Every second Saturday of the summer starting July 19th, the summer staff at the museum invites you to
bring your lunch and enjoy an afternoon of pioneer games and activities. Take time to explore the buildings, share a memory with your family and stroll into a little bit of the valley’s past. The theme this year is “A Valley For All Seasons” and the museum is pleased to show artifacts and pictures of bygone times. Hunting, fishing, skiing, boating, curling and even swimming (in woollen bathing suits, of course) are all represented. A display about the regattas of past years is located in the main building. And you can try your skill with old, old golf clubs! Special thanks go to Danny Breuf of Fairmont for using his carpentry skills to build new shelves for the General Store. The museum will be seeking folks to help with the restoration of some of the farm equipment this fall. If you are interested, leave your name at the museum and we’ll be in touch.
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Windermere bottle depot needs new home For 10 years, the Windermere bottle depot has been a convenient place for people to drop off their empties, knowing the funds are going to a good cause. Initially, the Windermere Scouts ran it, and the funds supported them. When they incorporated with the Invermere Troop, the depot was taken over by Lisa Patterson, who turned over some of the funds to the Windermere Community Association for projects at the beach. In 2001, Lisa turned the depot over to the Windermere Community Association. Since then, a committee of ten people and their friends have faithfully sorted bottles every Monday in the summer, and bi-weekly in the winter, taken bottles to the Invermere depot, and used the funds for the community – to upgrade the hall facilities; landscape the hall and beach; purchase tables, chairs, dishes, and cutlery; and pay for numerous other projects. The Bottle Committee has done a superb job, but seven years of volunteer labour is more than enough. Is there anyone out there who would be willing to take this job on? Any other group who would like to volunteer their labour for part of the proceeds? Also, the community association needs another site for the depot. It should be in the Windermere area, and easily accessible from the highway, but we will look at all offers. Can anybody donate a suitable place?
Columbia Basin Trust Annual General Meeting The Board of Directors of the Columbia Basin Trust invites you to attend their Annual General Meeting, which will focus on the presentation of the 2007/08 Annual Report.
1.800.505.8988 There will be an opportunitywww.cbt.org to ask questions about the Annual Report and CBT activities, as well as to hear presentations from community groups who have received support from CBT. The meeting is being held at: Regent Inn 112 East First Street Revelstoke, BC 3:30 p.m., Friday, July 25, 2008 If you are interested in making a presentation to the Board, please contact Maureen Forster at 1.800.505.8998 or mforster@cbt.org. www.cbt.org • 1.800.505.8998 • info@cbt.org
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Michael Spyker and Rosie Banville admire a fossil, while Yujin Kang, in the background, comes running to see.
Paleontology at the library Thursdays Last week, eight junior paleontologists uncovered more than two dozen fossils in downtown Invermere. These budding young scientists are learning, under the guidance of Friend of the Library, Nora Efford and volunteer Bill Croft, how to unearth and identify ancient relics buried in a rich fossil bed loctated adjacent to the Invermere Public Library. This fossil bed is unusual in that it contains dinosaur bones, ferns, clams and trilobites. With assistance provided by Science Alberta Foundation, the Friends of Invermere Public Library is offering a summer paleontology program
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Live Entertainment Friday and Saturday Johnny Tornado & The Riflemen
Thursday afternoons for youngsters of kindergarten through Grade 3. In addition to the fossil dig, other activities include modeling and assembly of a life size dinosaur. Every participant leaves with their own fossil, a 33-million-year-old shark tooth, donated by River Gems Jewelry and Fossil Gallery in Invermere. Thanks also to the Scandia Concrete who assisted in preparation of fossil bed. To register your child, please call the Library, 250342-6416. Because of space constraints, pre-registration is mandatory.
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CONGRATULATIONS, KEIRA – Two-year-old cancer survivor Keira Neal, left, dug into cake with her brother Ryan, centre, and friend Hannah Williamson at a surprise supper in Fairmont on Monday. Smoking Water Cafe owner Stephanie Clovechok, right, threw the party to celebrate Keira’s clean bill of health. About 50 friends attended the party, and the Neals were also presented with an artwork by Kyla Brown. Fairmont Mountainside Market and Quality Bakery contributed to the event. Photo by Sally Waddington
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Drinkers at Kinsmen Beach
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Two women charged with possession
On July 11th, at 4:40 p.m., an RCMP officer in Kootenay National Park observed a Honda Civic traveling at 125 km/hour in a 90-km zone on Highway 93. When speaking to the driver, a 24-year-old female from Abbotsford, the officer smelled a strong odour of marijuana along with a strong odour of women’s perfume. The driver and her passenger, who was the owner of the car, were arrested. A roadside search revealed marijuana paraphernalia, a marijuana cigarette and several marijuana “roaches.” The Honda was impounded and taken to the detachment for a more detailed search. Given the remote location, the two women were released from custody upon returning to Invermere. The subsequent search revealed an additional 14.3 grams of marijuana. Both women were issued Appearance Notices to appear in Invermere Provincial Court on December 15th. The driver was also issued a 24-hour driving suspension and violation ticket for speeding as well as failing to display a new driver’s sign.
Tire blows out, causes accident
On July 12th at 2:49 p.m., RCMP and the B.C. Ambulance Service responded to a report of a single vehicle accident in Kootenay National Park about one kilometer north of Olive Lake. Police noted that the female driver, aged 46, from Calgary, had been travelling west on Highway 93 when the left rear tire “popped” as she rounded a curve. The driver lost control of her vehicle and went off the road. Speed is not believed to be a factor. The driver was taken to Invermere Hospital by ambulance as she complained of a stiff neck. Her three children, who were also in the vehicle, but did not sustain any injuries, were transported to Radium Hot Springs by their father who was following in a second vehicle. No charges were laid in this case. Highway 93, however was closed for some time while RCMP, B.C. Ambulance and road crews dealt with the injuries, the scene investigation and clean-up.
On July 13th, 2008, RCMP were called to a report that there were eight males consuming liquor in front of a red truck at the Kinsmen Beach in Invermere. The police attended and learned the men were yelling at some persons from Alberta and that they were drinking and playing their stereo loudly. One man (aged 23 from Invermere) was seen to drink a beer from a can. He was told it was illegal to consume liquor in a public place, and he was issued a Violation Ticket for consuming liquor in public. The men were also directed to clean up their mess.
New rules for criminal record checks
Due to the demand for criminal records checks, our detachment has streamlined the way in which these are processed. Unfortunately, we can no longer accommodate residents from out of the area, province or country who need a criminal record check. Effective immediately, we will refer people to the police forces or RCMP detachments where they normally reside, or they can complete a Privacy Act request and mail it to our Identification Services Directorate in Ottawa. There is a special handling of youth records under the Youth Criminal Justice Act and the handling of related information is very senstive. Therefore, all persons under 18 who need a criminal record check must go through the Identification Services Directorate in Ottawa. Any adult who requires a criminal record check, must ensure they have the following documentation: 1. Photographic identification with a signature: e.g., B. C. Driver’s Licence, Aboriginal status card (including Metis nations), Canadian passport. 2. Proof of local full-time residency: e.g. B.C. Driver’s Licence with correct and current address; property tax notices with homeowner’s grant; rental agreements entered into under the Residential Tenancy Act. I strongly recommend that prospective employees and employers ensure that the required checks are in place prior to arrival in the valley. For more information, check out www.rcmp.ca/crimrec/finger_e.htm.
Invermere Physiotherapy Clinic is pleased to welcome GRAHAM MATHEOS for July & August
Graham is an owner and operator of a busy 5 person practice in Calgary, Alberta. He brings with him extensive expertise in manual therapy and inter-muscular stimulation. We look forward to having Graham join us in serving our community health needs this summer. Wallace Ross and Ruth Zehnder
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July 18, 2008
Penners say fond farewell to family shoe store By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher Long-time shoe store owners Vic and Lil Penner will ďŹ nally exchange their working shoes for a pair of slippers. The couple, along with their daughter Lynda Penner who manages the store, will hand over Penner Family Footwear to new owners Richard and Jocelyn Brunner at the end of August. The Penners arrived in the Windermere Valley in 1969 from Vancouver, where Vic worked for Dairyland for 15 years. They came to visit and ended up, like so many others, deciding to raise their family here - Brian, Ken, Leonard and Lynda, who was just a baby at the time. “We left the coast with great hopes for a better life in a small town,â€? said Lil. For the next seven years, the Penners worked at a variety of jobs, from hauling Christmas trees to cleaning oďŹƒces. They even had their own bread delivery service from Canal Flats to Golden. But in April 1975, tragedy struck when their oldest son Brian, who had graduated from high school and was helping with the family business, was killed in a tragic car accident. “I just couldn’t drive to Canal Flats any more without Brian’s help,â€? Lil said. “We were looking around for something else to do, to take our minds o the accident.â€? That summer, the shoe store came up for sale and they decided to try their luck at selling shoes for a living. Lil ran the store while Vic continued to drive the bread truck for a couple of years before moving into the store full-time. Lynda was only seven when the Penners bought the store and spent every minute there after school and on weekends. “Lynda grew up in the store,â€? says Lil. The ďŹ rst shoe store in the valley was owned and operated by a shoemaker called Martin Leckschas who repaired shoes at his home on Windermere Loop Road. After he died, his widow Florence Leckschas moved the store into town in 1970 and named it the Shoe Shop and had a spot on the Toby Theatre block. She sold the shop to Myrtle Wilder in 1973, who moved it to the current location of the Blue Dog. When the Penners bought it in 1975, they kept it there until they bought their current store in 1982. The Sears outlet also operated out of the new store. The shoe store immediately made its mark on the fashionable people in the valley. “In those days, people dressed up,â€? said Vic. “The girls in the bank all wore high heels and the men around town, the businessmen and professionals, the teachers, all wore suits with dress shoes. We could sell a pair of lady’s pumps for $79, even back then.â€? The store carried a range of footwear, from work
boots to snow boots to children’s shoes. In fact, the store is one of the few stores left in the country that still outďŹ ts an entire family. “At ďŹ rst we catered mostly to the locals, but then the tourists started coming,â€? said Vic. “We’ve always competed with Calgary price-wise and we’ve always had a number of return customers from Calgary.â€? Some of those Calgary customers bought their shoes at Penner’s when they were children, and brought their own children back for their ďŹ rst shoes. It wasn’t always easy being the only shoe store in town. “I remember one lady who bought a nice pair of high heels and we were at a dance when she came up to me, and she was so mad because I had sold the same pair of shoes to another lady and they were both at the dance!â€? Vic said. And Vic recalls being at another dance at the community hall when a fellow asked if he could try on Vic’s cowboy boots. “He liked them so much he wouldn’t give them back. He bought them on the spot, so I had to go down to the store in my sock feet to get another pair!â€? Their children grew up and moved away. Ken now works for Sears in Port Coquitlam, and Len restores old cars in Aldergrove. Lynda moved to Calgary and Vancouver, where she worked in shoe stores, before coming home to the valley 10 years ago. “When Lynda came in she started buying our shoes and she has done a wonderful job,â€? said her proud mother. “We’ve been very thankful and lucky to have her.â€? Grandchildren also helped out in the store, including their oldest granddaughter Lindsay from Vancouver; and Lynda’s daughters Kayli, now 21; and Shani, now 12. Lynda also has a son named Lou, 17. The Penners fondly recall the connection they have had with their many friends in the valley. “We would like to thank all our faithful and valued customers for their patronage,â€? said Lil. “We surely will miss them all.â€? Lynda agreed the move will be an emotional one. “The store has been a part of our family and a gathering place for our family,â€? she said. Lynda is taking courses in interior decorating and plans to stay here. All the Penners agreed they are happy to be selling the store to another valley local, Richard Brunner, who grew up here. Richard was working as a ďŹ reman in Calgary, but will return here with his wife Jocelyn. Vic and Lil will move full-time to Salmon Arm, where they have owned a vacation home for several years. But they won’t be strangers to the valley. “I’m coming back here to buy my shoes,â€? said Vic, who says he can’t ever remember a morning when he didn’t like coming to work. “And if I start to feel old, I’m going to buy the store back.â€?
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Windermere to vote on new fire hall contain offices, training rooms and space for accommodation. A second building on the Windermere resirear of the property, dents have been asked to distanced from the hall, vote on the construction will be purely for training of a new fire hall adjacent exercises. to the existing station on Lillian Rose, RDEK Highway 93/95. director of Electoral Area The referendum will F, confirmed that the be held on Saturday, Ausoon-to-be-completed gust 16th, at Windermere Windermere Community Community Hall. Plan has been taken Residents within the Building plans for the hall show pioneer architecture will be incorporated, but with an overall modern look. into consideration in the Windermere Fire Protecbuilding plans. tion Service Area can vote The construction of a new hall was suggested “The community plan has architectural guidelines on Bylaw No. 2072, authorizing the Regional District by a 2006 Fire Underwriters Study. The study also of East Kootenay to borrow $2,385,000 over 25 years requested the addition of another piece of firefighting in it,” she said. “In fact, this would be the first new for the construction of the hall. apparatus, which could not be housed in the existing building built to those guidelines.” The Windermere Fire Department is comprised of The new building would mean an increase in the fire hall due to a lack of space. cost of fire protection for ratepayers. For example, a resiIf the bylaw is approved, construction will begin in 18 firefighters. At time of press, the department had dential property owner whose home is worth $500,000 spring 2009 on a one-acre lot adjacent to the existing responsed to 45 callouts in 2008. Mr. Lax said that the upgrade of the firefighting faces an annual increase of about $68. But deputy fire fire hall. The lot was purchased by RDEK in 2004, a services is what the community deserves. chief Lee Lax said the move is long overdue. deal which saved $175,000 on the project. Without “Residents pay for fire protection so we need to “We are absolutely out of room,” said Mr. Lax. this sale, new construction would not be possible. improve our emergency infrastructure and plan ahead “It has been 17 years since the building last saw an “There is no other appropriate property between the for the future.” expansion. Since then, we have added three pieces of Windermere store and the crossroads,” said Mr. Lax. An open house explaining the plans will be held at apparatus. Now one piece is stored off-site, due to the As well as seven bays for housing firefighting Windermere Fire Hall on Tuesday, July 22nd, at 7 p.m. lack of room.” and water-rescue apparatus, the new hall would By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff
Golf Day raises $20,000 for rescue truck By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Golfers at Copper Point last Tuesday were playing for more than enjoyment. More than 220 people attended the Golf Day, organized by the Lake Windermere District Lions Club, in aid of the Invermere Volunteer Firefighters Society. The fundraiser is generating money for a new Jaws of Life rescue vehicle, to be used by the volunteers in retrieving victims of car accidents. The truck, valued at $400,000, will carry seven firefighters. “The new Jaws truck would be fully self-contained,” said fire chief Roger Ekman. “It will be able to go everywhere and have everything on board that we would need for a rescue.” Since the 26-person Firefighters Society is not a charitable association, it relies on groups like the Lions Club to raise much-needed funds on their behalf. “Without the Lions Club’s support we would be hard-pressed,” said firefighter Tom McNeil. The big issue for the society is a lack of support. “Currently there is no provincial, municipal, or federal agency responsible for road-rescue equipment,” said Mr. McNeil. “It’s out in limbo.”
With the Lions Club’s support the society purchased their first vehicle in 1991. This twoseater truck, as well as a five-seater water truck purchased in 1999, are sent to accident scenes. But they are quite literally not cutting it anymore. “The current trucks are too small and not heavy enough. They can’t carry enough equipment or men,” said Mr. Ekman. Recently the Lions Club purchased new Jaws of Life equipment to aid in extraction and make the work a little less exhausting for the volunteers. The new truck will also alleviate the demands on the firefighters because it carries more people. “It’s a lot of work to cut a car apart. With more men, they can spot each other out so they don’t get tired,” Mr. Ekman said. Fire chief Roger Ekman with Cinder and Blaze. The successful Golf Day raised more than Photo by Sally Waddington $20,000 towards the truck from green fees, The rescue vehicle used to be run by the sponsorship and the sale of professional photos of ambulance service, but they were forced to give it up golfers. This brings the current total raised for the last decade due to lack of funding. It was then that truck to almost $47,000. Over the summer, firefighters will canvass local the Volunteer Firefighters Society was established, covering an area halfway to Fairmont in the south, businesses, and the Lions Club is planning more halfway to Golden in the north, past Panorama and fundraisers for winter. To donate funds, call Rick east to the Alberta border. They receive more than Hoar at (250) 342-9482 or Harold Hazelaar at (250) 342-7656. Tax receipts will be issued. 100 calls a year, half of which are rescue calls.
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July 18, 2008
Wealth of memories wakened by sale of historic CPR Lodge By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff A century of valuable valley history is contained between the walls of the old Weir family home on Fort Point, Invermere, now listed for sale. The lodge has been transformed repeatedly over its lifetime. Initially, the land was owned by the Canada Pacific Railway. In 1920 the company built tourist camps in the area, capitalizing on the popularity of rail travel. Camps existed in Golden and Emerald Lake, and in March 1920 a visiting CPR official decided that Lake Windermere would be the next location. Work began in April with the help of Columbia Valley Irrigated Fruitlands. Local pioneer R. Randolph Bruce was closely involved with the project, encouraging the CPR to advertise the camp further afield. A letter from the CPR’s general publicity agent J. M. Gibbon to Invermere resident W. H. Cleland, dated April 28, 1920, reported, “I think quite an interest will be aroused in the valley this year. Believe me, we intend to keep you pretty busy.” On July 1, 1920, the Lake Winderemere Bungalow Camp was officially opened. An advertising pamphlet described the facilities: “It consists of a large main building, with a wide verandah, and containing a combination dining, recreation and lounging room, with an open fireplace; and of separate small living and sleeping bungalows.” That first summer, 486 people stayed at the camp from as far afield as England and the United States. Rooms cost $4 a night over a weekly stay. Activities included boating, golf, horseback riding and hiking – not very different from today. However, the depression during the 1920s saw the downfall of tourism, and the bungalow camp was transformed into Lake Windermere Ranch Camp for Girls
in 1929. It was leased by two American women: Mary E. Cutler of Minneapolis and Harrriett E. Cooke of Chicago. A brochure enticing wealthy American girls to the valley said, “Here are ample accommodations for those who, unaccustomed to roughing it, demand warm dry cabins and modern sanitation.” Though Jean Weir didn’t purchase the lodge until 1965, her daughter Jenny, now 91, remembers being invited to the girls’ camp in 1930. Her father was in contact with the camp through his work, but he couldn’t afford the $200 for Jenny to attend. So she went as a guest. “I remember feeling very welcome,” Jenny said. “I learnt swimming, diving, leatherworks . . . And there were good musicians. I remember the pianist, Miss Kathleen Overstreet from Minneapolis.” The camp lasted about four years, until the Invermere Contracting Company purchased it for $500 in 1933. The property was subdivided and the accommodation cabins were gradually sold off. During this time, the lodge was used as a valuable social centre for the valley. Saturday night dances were conducted in the lodge’s main room. Invermere resident Joy Bond remembers attending the dances as a teenager in about 1936. “The house hasn’t changed much since then,” she said. Audrey Osterloh of Invermere also recalls the dances. In the summer of 1942 she went with her then-fiancé, Charlie. They dressed up for a night of waltzes and foxtrots. Jenny Weir, who now resides in Columbia Garden Village, will never forget the lodge in those days. “I can still see the delphiniums against the fireplace,” she recalled. “They looked marvelous against the big fireplace in the dining room.” Jenny’s father, William, died in 1964 and the following year his wife Jean decided to buy the lodge. On a recent visit she had noticed an old photo of the bungalow camp’s 1920 opening – with
herself in the shot. According to Jenny, Jean bought the lodge just so she could own that photo! Over the next decade, Jenny’s brother Ian Weir and his family used the lodge as a summer home. His youngest daughter, Nancy Ballard of Invermere, has fond memories. “The big room was a magical place with a grand piano, a massive fireplace and a moose head,” she said. “Strand’s (now the Strand’s Old House Restaurant) was our main house when we were growing up. We’d move to Fort Point at the end of April for the summer. It was the sort of house where you could run around the living room in your bathing suit. “We spent a lot of time in the water. My mother taught us to swim there.” When she married Larry Ballard in 1974, Nancy’s wedding reception was held in the dining room of the lodge. “We had about 100 guests,” she recalls. “People played the piano and the accordian, and the evening finished with a dance.” The following year her brother Brian was married in the lodge, standing between two giant totem poles that still remain there today. Thirty-two years later, last August, their nephew Craig Panattoni was married in the very same spot. The Weir family moved to the Fort Point house permanently in 1978. Nancy’s mother Lucy had a rule that the family must sleep outdoors on a long verandah attached to the lodge. Until she was 82 years old, even throughout the winter, Lucy continued to sleep on that verandah, only adding an electric blanket in the last few years. Eventually her children built a main bedroom and moved her into it. The greatest mystery surrounding the lodge is a secret ghost whom many members of the Weir family have heard moving about at night. Jenny Weir described one occasion when she was sleeping in a room off the kitchen. “I heard someone in the kitchen,” Jenny said. “The big black Labrador we had was sleeping at the foot of my bed and he heard it as well, because his ruff came up. I thought someone was unwell and since I was a nurse, I got up to look. But there was no one there.” The family believe the ghost could be the wife of former CPR president D’Alton Corey Coleman. While visiting the bungalow camp, Mrs. Coleman drowned at the beach below the lodge and the Weirs wonder if perhaps she still walks the halls today. “It’s kind of creepy but nothing has ever happened,” said Nancy. “We just say, “Oh, it’s Mrs. Coleman.” At this month’s council meeting, the District of Invermere discussed purchasing the historic building and moving it to another site. The property including the half-acre lot and the house is listed for sale by Maxwell Realty for $1.29 million.
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July 18, 2008
The Green Zone By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist The Springs Course at Radium has long been a high-quality golf track. Originally owned and operated by local businessmen, it now belongs to the group of companies owned by Shaw Cable along with the Resort Course on top of the hill. I have enjoyed playing here numerous times and believe it has always been in excellent shape, fair to all calibres of golfers and also difficult enough to keep challenging golfers to improve their game in order to improve their score.
This course is also where I personally have the most frustrating of times playing the same hole each and every round. That hole is the simple Par 4 eighth. I have a mental issue that causes me to collapse on that hole and by doing so, destroy my round. Whoever said, “Golf is ninety percent mental” must have had a similar situation happen in their golf life! All that is required on this hole that features water on the left and a dense tree line on the right, is a straight drive of 180-200 yards down a reasonably wide fairway. From there you are at most 160 yards from the green. A mid to short iron should get you on the dance floor for a couple of putts for par. Sounds easy! So I stand on the tee box, decide to play it safe and use a rescue club for a punch down the middle. I get underneath it, sky the ball either left or right, leave a
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19 – 24th Avenue South Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: (250) 489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335 Fax: (250) 489-1287 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca
NOTICE is given of a Public Hearing to be held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 in the Council Chambers at the District of Invermere Office, 914 - 8th Ave., in the District of Invermere, to amend Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1085, 2001 and Zoning Bylaw No. 1145, 2002.
• By amending the Land Use Plan – Parks, Pathways and Institutional as referred to in section 3.3 of Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1085, by designating that portion of District Lot 7882 KD, Except parts included in Plans 1485, 1052, 1232, 10817, NEP20703, NEP20704, NEP22314 and NEP80507 from RECREATION/ENVIRONMENTAL LANDS to SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL. Bylaw No. 1375 will amend the Zoning Bylaw No. 1145 by: • By amending the designation of the following lands P-2, PUBLIC PARK AND OPEN SPACE ZONE to R-1, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE for District Lot 7882 KD, Except parts included in Plans 1485, 1052, 1232, 10817, NEP20703, NEP20704, NEP22314 and NEP80507 The above synopsis is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as the full text and content of the proposed “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1374, 2008” and “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1375, 2008”. A copy of the proposed bylaws and relevant background documents may be inspected at the District of Invermere municipal office 914 - 8th Ave., Invermere from July 7th, 2008 to July 22nd, 2008. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed “Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1374, 2008” and “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1375, 2008”. may: • Send written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing • Fax written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing; or • Present verbal or written briefs at the hearing.
The Green Zone Quote of the Week is by Raymond Floyd: “They call it GOLF because all the other fourletter words were taken.”
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OCP OCP and and Zoning Zoning Bylaw Bylaw Amendment Amendment
Bylaw No. 1374 will change the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1085, 2001 as follows:
couple hundred yards, swing to hard on the next shot, put it in the water, chip on, two or three putt for an easy triple or quad. Or I pull driver from the bag, find the sand on the right, pull my sand shot into the water, chip on, two or three putt for an easy triple or quad. Or I use mid iron off the tee, mid iron short of the green, chunk the chip, two or three putt for an easy double or triple. This hole kills me every time and I haven’t even told you about the times that I put the ball into the water twice! These memories are fresh in my mind as I had the opportunity recently to play a round with Donna and my stepson, Casey. Thanks to Brent Taylor for the round of golf. I thoroughly enjoyed it except for the *&%$^) eighth hole!
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – WINDERMERE The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Gordon Cleland to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate future commercial development. The property is located at 492 Lakeview Drive in Windermere as shown on the attached map. Bylaw No. 2078 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 216, 2008 (Windermere / Cleland)” will change the designation of Lot 1, District Lot 9561, Kootenay District, Plan NEP19111 except Plan NEP80715 from C-2, Service Commercial Zone and I-1, Light Industrial Zone to C-3, Regional Commercial Zone. A public hearing will be held at:
WINDERMERE COMMUNITY HALL 4726 North Street Windermere BC TUESDAY, JULY 22, 2008 at 4:00 pm
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 prop-erty is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submis-sions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submis-sions 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 interpreta-tion of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250 489-0314 or toll free at 1-888-478-7335.
NOTICE is also given that the Council will not accept any written or verbal presentations after the close of the public hearing.
Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services
Rory Hromadnik, Director of Devlopment Services
July 4, 2008
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July 18, 2008
Kids combine golf, adventure Submitted by Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
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The ďŹ rst week of the Youth Golf and Adventure Program at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort was a resounding success! Offered to kids aged seven to 14 years, the program teaches youth about teamwork, sportsmanship and the area’s natural surroundings. The innovative program is supervised by From left to right: Amanda Brown, Liana Tomecek, Leif Undseth, Nicolis Spence, the new Eco-Adventure Samuel Tomecek, Chad Robinson, and Daniel Spence. Team of Fairmont Hot the forest, to survival skills like building ďŹ re. Springs Resort: Andi Dzilums and Jocelyn Macgregor, “It was fantastic to see my kids learning and havwith golf lessons provided by pro Duane Storcer. ing fun at the same time. I think my son might even This three-day program starts at 9 a.m. daily with a join again in August,â€? says Susan Tomecek, the mother one-hour lesson with Duane. Afterwards, the youth of twins Sam and Liana, who have a vacation home in are taken to Creekside Golf Course, where they get a the Fairmont area. chance to work on their golf skills. The camp runs the entire summer from TuesdayAfter golf, the youth are introduced to the advenThursday each week at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. ture side of the program, from learning how to use For more information and to register for the probinoculars and identifying animal scats and tracks in gram, call 250-345-6007.
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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS THANK YOU
GARAGE SALE
SHARED ACCOMMODATION
SUITE FOR RENT
HOUSE FOR RENT
CONDO FOR RENT
To the staff, nurses and doctors who gave their kind care and attention to Mum, Vernita Lynde, during her stay at Columbia House. Thank you so very much. Your compassionate care is greatly appreciated. From Jane, Pete, Rod, Chris, and our families.
Saturday, July 19th , hunting, fishing, household items, toys and collectibles. 4844 Selkirk Ave., Edgewater, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Room available in D/T Invermere. Close to lake, wifi, laundry, N/S, $475.00 includes utilities, 250342-5937 or 250-342-0739.
2 bdrm basement suite, Fairmont. Large, bright, private balcony & drive, storage, wood fireplace, separate W/D. Pets negotiable, $1150.00 includes util. DSL internet, satellite TV. Avail. Immediately, 250-3450086.
STOP THROWING MONEY AWAY ON RENT Rent to own newly renovated 3 bdrm, 2 bath, full basement, large deck home in Edgewater, $298,750.00. Reasonable down payment required. Call 250342-5332.
2 bdrm, 1.5 bath condo for rent in Canal Flats. Beautiful 1000 sq ft, newly built in 2007, in suite W/D, kitchen has 4 appliances, laminate flooring & 9’ ceiling on main floor. Unfurnished, 10 min from Fairmont, 25min from Invermere. Must see! $$750 OBO plus utilities. Available August 1st . Call 403-873-8158 or email canalcondo@live.ca.
Community garage sale, 9:00 a.m., Sat. July 19th, 130 - 11th Ave., Invermere. Household items, furniture. No early birds.
LOST Lost Cat in Dry Gulch Campground. Greyish Tabby w/black & orange stripes on its back and tail. Call 780-4690671, 780-905-4951.
CHEERS AND JEERS CHEERS to the Edgewater Homecoming Committee who did a fabulous job in planning and organizing a fabulous weekend. They were everywhere, always helpful and always cheerful. Thanks for the memories. CHEERS for Greg at the Invermere Post Office. What incredible personal professional service -always and even especially when it is very busy. Have you also received his excellent post office assistance? Let’s all tell him and Canada Post! JEERS to whoever (keyed) damaged our Nissan Pathfinder that we are trying to sell, in D/T Invermere, the week of July 6th.
GARAGE SALE 2nd Annual Barn Sale. Antiques and flea market, Friday, Aug. 1st, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Saturday, Aug. 2nd , 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. North of Skookum Inn at log barn, Hwy 93/95. Sat. & Sun, July 19 & 20, 9:00am – 1:00 pm. Furniture, lights, baby stuff, stroller. 119 - 12A Ave., Invermere.
STORAGE NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available. Now with climate controlled units. Call 250-342-3637
COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE 1000 Sq. ft. shop/retail space. $940/month. Minimum 1 year lease, 250-342-3637. 1700 sq. ft. prime commercial building for rent in Canal Flats. Subdividable, 2 to 3 slots, 1 café, aundromat, $700/month + util. 250-341-1030. OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE. 1550 sq ft, elegant improvements, high-visibility location in Athalmer. Available June 15. $1,400/month includes property taxes, heat/cooling and utilities. Call 250-342-1137 for details and to view. Commercial space for lease, 3300 sq. ft. High exposure and traffic, next to Home Hardware. Build to suit. Call 250-341-5211.
SHARED ACCOMMODATION 2 rooms for rent, utilities included. Rent negotiable if board included. On Columbia Lake. 250-349-5667.
SUITE FOR RENT CONTRACTORS: Self contained cabins by the week or month. (250) 345-6365 Fairmont Bungalows. Basement suite for rent, newly renovated, D/T Invermere, N/P, N/S, $1100.00 + DD, available Aug. 1st , 250-688-1224. Completely renovated, bright basement suite with large windows on ¾ acre lot in Windermere. Two large bedrooms, beautiful kitchen and bathroom with bamboo cabinets, treed yard and firepit. $1300/month, utilities included, available immediately, 403617-7625 (day), 250-270-0508 (eve). Radium Rentals, furnished suites, $425.00, call 250-3417022. Bright 1 bdrm furnished, upstairs suite. Parking, private beach, $700/month + DD, no partiers, N/P. Columere Park, 250-345-6524. 2 bdrm suite, central location, N/S, pets negotiable, 250-3411099. References required.
HOUSE FOR RENT 2 bdrm townhouse w/all appliances. Very clean, quiet, N/S, N/P, $850/month, 250342-9035 or 250-688-4848. Available Sept 1st.
Brand new five-star, semidetached dwelling on Columbia Lake. 2 storey, 1800 sq ft, geothermal heating, attached garage, 5 appliances. Long-term lease available, $1950.00 plus utilities, 780-446-3575, or 780231-3986.
Windermere 4 bdrm, 3 bath, fully furnished home. $1,500/ month + utilities. Beautiful condition, available Sept 1st , 250-342-2135. Small cute 3 bdrm, 2 bath house, close to schools. Mature, responsible tenants wanted for long-term, N/S, no dogs, $1150.00, 250-342-0291. Available Sept. 1st . 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, fully furnished & stocked. N/S, N/P, avail. Sept 1st , $1400.00 + util. Located in Windermere, Timber Ridge I, 403-287-9968. Exclusive completely furnished lake view home on Fort Point,. Available Aug. 8th , references required, N/S, N/P, $1400/month + util. 250-342-0477, 250-3426122.
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FOR RENT Canal Flats: 2 bdrm. unfurnished townhome at Jade Landing. August 1 at $1,050 plus utilities. • Radium: 2 bdrm. unfurnished condo at Sable Ridge August 1 at $1,200 plus utilities • Radium: 1 bdrm. second floor at Pinewood 2, longterm at $1,100 incl. utilities. • Invermere: 2 bdrm. Deluxe suite, furnished, longterm at $1,200 incl. and Luxurious 3 bdrm. upper floor suite at $1,800 incl. Avail. Sept. 1. References required, non smoking and no pets. Rocky Mountain Realty, Property Management Division 250-345-4000
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July 18, 2008
P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS CONDO FOR RENT
HOUSE FOR RENT
HOUSE FOR RENT
ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE
2 bdrm, 2 bath, furnished condo in Peaks in Radium, $1100/ month, includes everything, 250-341-7022.
3 bdrm, 2 bath home in Canal Flats. Like brand new, 74’x 150’ lot, 24’x 26’ garage, boat storage shed, and storage shed. A must see, $257,000.00, 250-3497554, 250-417-9579.
Wilmer, older 3 bdrm Mobile on 3 Wilmer lots, $140,000.00 firm. Call 250-342-3109, leave message.
Lot 10 Windermere Loop Road Large 0.41 acre, Level, well in place, No building commitment, Beautiful mountain & golf course views. $289,000.00 + GST (250)342-3147 Worth Checking Out! “Life is good on the 18th hole.”
1 bdrm main floor condo at Pinewood, Radium, 743 sq. ft. Underground parking/storage, $790/month, includes utilities, 403-239-9279. Executive duplexes in Fairmont, 5 bdrm duplex + office, 3 bath, 5 appliances, double garage, 2 decks, N/P, N/S, $1700/month + utilities, $1700 DD. Available Aug. 1st , 1-888-227-2024. References required. 2 bdrm 2 bath, 1,045 sq.ft. in the Peaks, Radium. 6 appliances, swimming pool, air conditioned, underground parking. $1150/ month, includes utilities. Aug 1. 403-801-4356 Like new condo in Radium at Sable Ridge, long-term, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, $1295/ month, 1-403-256-0694.
Mountain and lake view home on acreage with own buoy in Columbia Lake, near Fairmont Hot Springs. See welist.com #34571. Call 250-345-6226. WEEKENDER, SINGLE, OR FAMILY HOME Well constructed sound 3 bdrm, 16 year, 1400 sq.ft. home with R20 walls, R40 insulated and vaulted ceilings. Separate additional 500 sq.ft. soundproofed suite, could be rejoined with main house. Big yard and garage. No fix ups required, ready to go. Best value at $345,000.00. Invermere, 1301 20th Street, 342-7329.
Akiskinook water front family resort on Lake Windermere. 1 or 3 bdrm condos, private beach, pool, hot tub, tennis, golf, 403-293-5659, 403-383-0600, allwest@shaw.ca
HOUSE FOR SALE This nicely finished recreational/ family home offers 3 bdrms, 3 baths, hardwood and tile flooring, awesome mountain and lake views. 2 minutes from Kinsmen Beach. A must see! Open House Sat. 1:00 – 3:00 pm, 1710-6th Avenue.
MOBILE HOME FOR SALE Great starter or retirement home. Older 14’ x 70’ on a large lot in a quiet mobile home park. Minutes to Radium and Invermere. 3 bdrm, 5 appliances, semi-furnished, large deck, 12’x 24’ addition, wood stove, and shed. Amazing layout. Available early September. $75,000.00, 250-347-9953. 1975, 2/3 bdrm mobile on beautiful large lot, deck, sheds, close to beach and golf course. $129,000.00, Canal Flats, 250349-5865.
VACATION RENTALS Lake Windermere Vacation Chalet. 4 bdrm, Panorama Mountain view, beach, Hot Springs, golf, weekly/daily rentals 403-293-3870 or 403383-0600, allwest@shaw.ca
Invermere Heritage Home For Sale on .27 acre lot, very private yet central to all schools. Heated, insulated shop/garage, 2 bdrm, well-loved with many upgrades, $355,000.00. Call 250-342-3258 for appointment to view.
Open House July 12 and 13 Golfer’s Dream! 1733 Windermere Loop Rd., on WV Golf Course. 4 bdrm, walkout bungalow. Info sheet available. New reduced price! 250-342-9249. Spectacular Windermere home and acreage estate, optional 1, 2, or 3 acres. Investment and business opportunity. Panoramic mountain views, natural creek, minutes to beach and golf. Co-ownership starting at $739,000.00, 250-342-6162, lindarod@telus.net Perfect starter or retirement home. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, some renovations and very clean, $440,000.00. No agents, 250342-9446.
ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE Beautiful treed R1 lot in the new gated Estates at Copper Point. 1/3 acre with panoramic views of mountains and ”the Ridge” golf course. $269,900.00, 250342-9841.
Spectacular Private Gated Acreage only 10 prestigious estate lots in this community. Minutes from Windermere, 100% privacy with the absolute best mountain views in the valley. 2 minutes to the beach & boat launch. Well on site, all services to property line, no building commitment or will build to suit. Only 2 lots available. See welist.com Invermere. $499,000.00 each, 250-342-5367. RESORT PROPERIES FOR SALE Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Golden www.adlerdevelopment.ca 250-344-8447 billy@adlerdevelopment.ca
MISC FOR SALE Top soil, screened, $160/dump truck load, unscreened, $100/ dump truck load, $50/pick-up load. Call Elkhorn Ranch at 250342-0617.
BUSINESS FOR SALE
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Well established irrigation and landscaping business for sale. Equipment included. For inquiry please call: 250-270-9091 or 250-345-6666
MISC FOR SALE Manure, well-aged. Will load, $100.00 per pick-up load. Phone Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617. Babies are growing up and got some stuff for sale, all in excellent shape! - Car seat, double stroller…. Etc. Michelle 347-9399. Power Chair – Geo. New, easy to operate, 250-342-8386. JEEP SOFT-TOP Bestop Supertop w/o door skins, black, fits TJ Wranglers 1997-2006, used for only 1 1/2 years, paid $1000.00 asking $400.00, 250-341-3778. Moving, 2 British area rugs 6’x 9’ $200 each. 2 blue velvet wing back chairs, rattan on wings and arms $75 each. Oak dinning room set, 2 leaves, 4 chairs $600.00, 250-342-0678 or 250341-1499 (cell). Nice mounted elk head. Large, black, approx. 300 points, $2200.00 OBO. Call Bob, 250345-6668. Harvard Foosball Table, solid construction $450. Home gym, Wieder Pro 9640, $500. OBO. Call 250-688-0175
MISC FOR SALE Canwood Industrial TEC Tilting Spindle Shaper c/w T&G cutters and power feed, like new, $1800.00. Canwood Industrial TEC 16’ thickness planer, like new, $1200.00, or buy as a pair for $2800.00. 2 person expedition kayak w/rudder, includes paddles, $500.00, 250347-6361. Approximately 600 paving bricks, 4”x 9”, tan coloured, best offer, call 250-341-3161 or 403390-4858. Frigidaire Galaxy, double door, side x side, 24 cu. ft, 67” x 35” x 34”, w/water filter. Travatine marble tiles, 315 sq. ft. 18” x 18”. Claw foot bath tub, 250-3422052. 2 female Pomeranian puppies, ready to go. Call Jennifer 250342-4469.
BOATS FOR SALE 1984 Campion Bow Rider, 70HP Merc w/power tilt, exc. Trailer, good & extra tires, $2500.00 OBO. Columere, 403-271-0937 or 403-397-1746. 1997 Jet boat, SeaDoo Speedster, twin 717 Rotax motors, $7,500.00, 250-342-3269
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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS MOTORCYCLE OR SALE
VEHICLE FOR SALE
MOTORHOME/RV FOR SALE
SERVICES
1974 FLH Harley Davidson, 14,000 miles, original owner, $11,500.00. Call 250-346-3219.
1998 Pathfinder Chilkoot 4WD, manual, 1 owner, spare set wheels & battery, $5000.00, 250-342-3297.
1981 Bigfoot, 18ft lightweight travel trailer. 3-way fridge, stove, furnace, shower, toilet, new battery, $5,300.00 OBO, 250-342-3654.
Compact Excavator Service. Save your back, hire a hydraulic shovel for all your digging needs. Spotted Horse Enterprises. Harvey Harris, owner operator, 250-347-9108, 250-688-0272.
VEHICLE FOR SALE 1990 Ford Ranger, runs good, $750.00. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, in very good shape, $3500.00, 250-347-9237. Moving, must sell, 1994 Toyota Tercel, 4 door, auto, $1500.00 firm, 250-342-2486, 250-3421254. 1995 Subaru Legacy Wagon AWD, 4 cylinder, standard, 322,000 km, well maintained, recent timing belt, water pump, great working condition, good on gas, $2600.00 OBO, 250-3416857. 1996 Ford F150 single cab, long box, 5 speed, 200,000 km, $5000.00 OBO, 250-421-8542 or 250-349-8244. 1997 Ford Aerostar XLT, AWD, loaded, 7 passenger, wellmaintained, 211,000 km, $2000.00 OBO, 250-347-9201. 1998 Ford F250 ¾ ton 4x4, regular cab, standard transmission, headache rack, towing package, 198,000 km, good running condition, $7000.00, 250-347-6361.
1999 Hyundai Tiburon, 4 cyl, 5 speed, all options included, hatch back, sun roof, power everything, pioneer stereo, 10” sub, good mechanical condition, 155,000 km, $6,950.00 OBO, 250-342-9817. 2000 Chevrolet Impala, new windshield, new tires, very clean, great car. Call 250-6880501. 2001 Dodge Caravan SE, white leather, fully loaded, new tires. All items in excellent condition. 250-342-0678 or 250-341-1499 (cell). 2003 Toyota Matrix, AWD, 104,000 km, very good condition, $12,500.00. Call Monita, 250-347-2121 (work) or 250-347-6420.
MOTORHOME/RV FOR SALE 1985 26’ Royal Classic, hard side class C motorhome, Ford 460. New brakes, recent tune-up, 120,000.00 km, 70% tires, new awning, new fridge, new toilet, upgraded furnace. Overall good condition, $12,000.00 OBO, 250-342-3773.
31’trailer, immaculate condition, loaded, asking $11,900.00. Sleeps 9, will consider trade. 250-349-5667.
SERVICES Phil’s Carpentry – Everything from roofs to decks, completion of basement and bathrooms. Phone 250-341-8033 cell or 250-342-8474 home. Not on valley time. A.J. Siding/Eavestroughing your continuous eavestrough specialists. We do repairs, renovations, new constructions throughout the Invermere Valley. Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00pm, 250-3427177. Serving Invermere and the Columbia Valley
AIR CONDITIONING Sales and Service Call today 250.342.1167
ODD JOBS ENT HAULING Garbage, brush and construction disposal. Mulch deliveries. Dale Hunt @ 250-342-3569 RENEW CAR DETAILING Interior and Exterior car detailing for $60.00 Pick-up and delivery in the Invermere area Call Dawn at 250-342-0337.
CAREER Store Clerk needed. Must be enthusiastic and enjoy people. $13/hour, store discounts and advancement opportunities. Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada. Housekeeper required. Fulltime, part-time at Fairmont Bungalows. Call 250-345-6365, fax 250-345-6348, or email bungalows@shaw.ca Housekeeper needed for Motel Bavaria. Permanent P/T with excellent starting wage and flexible hours. Call Shirley, 250347-9915 for interview.
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Northstar Hardware Full-time Self-motivated In-store Help Competitive wages, benefit plan, submit resumes in person 410 - Borden St.
1993 25’Custom Coach 5th wheel w/1993 F25 truck. Both units in good condition, $14,000.00, or trade for small motorhome of equal value, 250-342-9439.
342-6226
Busy property management company in Invermere, BC is seeking a professional and motivated accountant to join our team. Preference will be given to a CMA, CGA or CA, however, applicants with suitable training and experience will be considered. The position requires experience in all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable and the preparation of nancial statements. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send resume, along with salary expectations, to LPeppard@mountaincreek.ca, fax to 250-342-2029 or mail to Mountain Creek Properties Ltd., Box 249, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0. Mountain Creek Properties Ltd.
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN)
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAM
HOMESTAYS NEEDED
School District No. 6 (Rocky Mt.) requires host families in Invermere to accommodate International students for David Thompson Secondary School starting next September 2008 for a few weeks, months to a full school year. Host families provide a private bedroom, three meals a day, a study area, transportation assistance, high speed internet access and a friendly supportive, caring home environment. Remuneration is paid for hosting a student. We need your support now! Homestays are required to submit a criminal records check. If interested please contact Lori Sluth (Homestay Coordinator Invermere) at 250-346-3377.
FIREPLACE INSTALLER, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Required by a large established local business. A full time career is available for a responsible, self-motivated individual with a professional appearance. A suitable candidate should have knowledge of B.C. Installation Codes as well as service and maintenance of fireplaces, however training may be provided to the right applicant. Must have a valid BC Driver’s License. Please fax or e-mail resumé with references to: Diamond Heating and Spas FAX: (250) 342-7103 Mail to: Box 86, Athalmer, BC V0A 1A0 Email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com
NOT THE RETIRING TYPE? GREAT. WE’VE GOT THE PERFECT JOB FOR YOU. Contribute to the well-being of your community and become a Detention Guard. If you are a responsible Canadian citizen with clear communications skills seeking flexible, part time community-enhancing work,then Commissionaires BC has the perfect job for you. Working with Canada’s leading provider of security solutions means you’ll work side by side with experienced people in support of your local RCMP. Sieze the opportunity to work in diversified and interesting employment as well as earn extra money. To take advantage of this ‘on call’ opportunity you must clear an RCMP criminal records check, possess a valid Level 1 First Aid certificate with Cardiopulmonary Certification and live within easy travelling distance to your local RCMP detachment. Apply today. Call us at 877 322 6777 or apply online at www.commissionaires.bc.ca/rcmp-guards An equal opportunity employer. Quote application code #BCG-0807
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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS CAREER
CAREER
FREE MOVIE RENTALS – F/T OR P/T. Join our team; receive good wages, free rentals, benefits and retention bonus. Please call Thora at 250-3420057, or fax 250-342-6583, email ghvinvermere@hotmail. com or drop off resume at Gone Hollywood.
OFFICE ASSITANT Mountain Creek Properties Ltd Busy property management company is in need of an office assistant. We are looking for a team player who is flexible and energetic. Duties include reception, filing, data entry and would require excellent computer skills, knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook. Accounts receivable/payable experience would be an asset. Full Time, start immediately. Send resume with salary expectations to LPeppard@ mountaincreek.ca or fax to 250342-2029 or mail to Box 249, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0.
Mountain Springs Motel is looking for F/T, seasonal housekeeping attendants. Apply in person, 250-347-9654. The Wildside Gift Shop is offering a job opportunity for a mature and enthusiastic person 4 – 5 days weekly in a beautiful and clean gift shop in Fairmont. Experience is an asset, but not a necessity. Deliver resume to Wildside Gift shop, 5006 Frontage Rd. Fairmont Hot Springs BC. V0B 1L1. Att: Angela White or email awhite@ fairmontvillas.com Servers and experienced cooks wanted at La Cabina, Radium. Please drop off resume, 250347-2340. Valley Hawk Security is seeking a part-time security guard. Basic Security Training 1&2 required. Please email resume to valleyhawksecurity@shaw.ca or call 250-688-4295.
Housekeeper for Radium Motel required. P/T or F/T hours MonFri. Competitive wages. Call 250-341-6241 ext.226. Construction laborer and cribbers required immediately for F/T or P/T. 250-342-1341 or 250-688-2927 Local electrical contractor looking for labourers, 1st & 2nd year apprentices. Wage DOE, call Ian, 250-341-1342. We are looking for a Nanny, F/T or P/T to look after a 5 year old girl. Call Tony, 250-457-1124, Shirley, 250-341-8730.
NOW HIRING Do you need extra income?
Do you enjoy meeting people? Do you like a flexible schedule? Do you have sales experience? Do you have the use of a car and computer? Contact: tmeuwissen@welcomewagon.ca
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is now accepting applications for the position of: Guest Experience Associate Club Intrawest – Inspiring Careers & Play Club Intrawest, North America’s premier resort club, has an immediate opportunity for a Guest Experience Associate to join our Panorama team. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership and people skills. Must be computer literate and be able to work independently. Shifts will include weekends and some holidays. Ideal for someone with previous customer service experience in a senior or supervisory capacity. To apply, send your resume to Pippa Heck at pheck@ intrawest.com or apply online at www.clubintrawest. com/careers
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is now accepting applications for the position of:
NIGHT AUDITOR – PART-TIME The successful candidate will possess customer service experience, excellent communication skills and strong organizational and computer skills. All applicants must have basic bookkeeping experience. This position requires night shifts.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE In this role, key responsibilities include: • securing new and repeat accommodation/food and beverage business from corporate clientele • researching client needs and developing customized resort package solutions • participating in tradeshows and special projects. Creativity is key, as is consistency and follow-through. The successful candidate will possess a strong track record of success in relationship-based sales, exceptional time management and problem-solving skills, a creative aptitude, and a mature, service-oriented approach to professional sales. Fairmont Hot Springs offers a competitive salary and benet package with access to all resort amenities. This position offers salary plus commission. Interested? Please forward your resume with references to the attention of: David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004
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Fairmont Hot Springs offers a competitive salary and benet package with access to all resort amenities. Interested? Please forward your resume with references to the attention of: David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004
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Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is now accepting applications for the position of:
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is now accepting applications for the position of:
POOL MANAGER This position is responsible for all aspects of management and maintenance of our hot springs pools, aquatics programming, employee supervision, guest relations and facility maintenance. The successful candidate will possess a minimum two years of post secondary education, preferably in Recreation or Leisure Management, and a minimum three years of experience in recreation or aquatics supervision. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required along with knowledge of common computer applications.
The successful candidate will possess experience, superior organizational and communication skills, strong computer skills (including Great Plains), and the ability to multi-task. This is a 3-month, full-time temporary position, with the possibility of becoming permanent.
Applicants must also have solid knowledge and skills in basic facility maintenance. Experience in water park facilities is preferred, but not required.
Fairmont Hot Springs offers a competitive salary and benet package with access to all resort amenities.
Interested applicants should forward their resume with references to:
Interested applicants should forward their resume with references to:
David Sheedy: e-mail hr@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or call 250.345.6004
David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004
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Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benet package with access to all Resort amenities.
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THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE! Call 341-6299
July 18, 2008
Enjoying the wetlands Kootenay-Columbia MP Jim Abbott took a canoe trip down the Columbia River last week to celebrate the introduction of new boating regulations for the wetlands. The regulations ban all motorized vessels from the river from March 1st to July 15th, which covers the sensitive bird nesting season. During the rest of the year they are restricted to the main channel of the river. Also shown is Ellen Zimmerman of Wildsight, who, along with the Columbia Wetlands Stewardship Partnership, helped negotiate the new regulations, to take effect sometime in September. Photo by Alex Cooper
P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS Hotel & Hospitality Room Attendants We are currently seeking room attendants for our all suite resort to perform some or all of the following duties: Sweeping, washing floors and vacuuming of carpeted areas, furnishings and draperies. Change beds, towels and re-stock amenities. Wash windows, walls and ceilings. Maintain and stock housekeeping supply room. Pick up garbage on site and clean outside stairs and walkways. Report and store lost and found items. May provide basic resort information to guests. No specific educational requirements. Ability to work weekend and shift work We are located in the Village of Radium Hot Springs, on the Springs Golf Course. We offer a competitive salary/health benefit package. Interested applicants for the following positions please forward your confidential resume to: pbusch@bighornmeadows.ca #10 Bighorn Blvd., Radium Hot Springs, BC V0A 1M0
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Guest Services Supervisor We are currently seeking a customer service, detail orientated person to oversee daily operations of our Welcome Center. Weekend and evening shifts are required. Scheduling, Check ins / check outs, training, maintaining accurate records, daily audits, revenue management and employee relations are all important aspects of this position.
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We offer a competitive salary/health benefit package and an exciting work environment. Our team is committed to providing a superior guest/employee experience. We are located in the Village of Radium Hot Springs, on the Springs Golf Course. Interested applicants for the following positions please forward your confidential resume to: generalmanager@bighornmeadows.ca #10 Bighorn Blvd., Radium Hot Springs, BC V0A 1M0 N E W S PA P E R
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Valley Churches
FAITH
Our church’s position is clear: life begins at conception By Father Jim McHugh Canadian Martyrs When I reflect on current events I always try to do so with a view toward how the Gospel is lived in the world. I have always believed that Canada is a nation of people who have tried to stand united for the weak and the helpless in the world. However, with the nomination of Dr. Henry Morgentaler to the “Order of Canada,” our country’s highest civilian honour I have found my previously held position severely challenged. If this nomination stands, Canada will become even more divided over the “pro-choice”/“pro-life” debate. Perhaps the Order of Canada would be better served as a symbol of unity rather than as an issue for further moral division. The Gospel for the past weekend is quite appropriate for this topic. In Matthew 13:1-23 we find the parable of the sower, and how he sowed seed on the ground, some fell on the path, some on rocky soil, some fell among thorns and some fell in good soil. In this parable the seed is the Word of God, God
is the sower and we are the soil. We are given the Word in by the sower. If our hearts are too hard or we refuse to accept the Word we are like the path, the seed sits on the surface until the evil one snatches it away. If we are looking for a “feel good” faith we are like the rocky soil, we welcome the Word at first but are only able to let it into our hearts a little ways and if we are expected to do something with it, we fall away from our faith. The thorny soil happens when we let the world and its temptations choke out the Word. The good soil is what we are when we accept and live the Word of God in our lives. We are to judge wisely and live accordingly, and then we bring forth grain for the Lord. The Order of Canada is given to those who contribute to the betterment of the Canadian people. Why are people allowing this to happen? Has the Word of Life fallen on the hard soil of the path and missed the good soil? Will the “silent majority” I keep hearing about please speak out? Our nation is divided over the issue of abortion. Proponents might say it is a good thing or perhaps morally neutral; if this is true, then why is it often necessary for women who have had an abortion to seek out counseling for issues related to it? While some people may disagree with me, the teachings of the Catholic Church are clear: life begins at conception and all of us have a responsibility to protect life.
LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH July 20th: 10:30 a.m. Special guest speaker, Lisa Rohrick, Missionary to Niger, West Africa Summer Sunday School, pre-school-age 8, during morning service. For sermons online: www.sermon.net/lwac Pastor Jared Enns • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 342-9535 WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY July 20th: 10:30 a.m. Communion Service at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 8:30 a.m. Communion Service at All Saints, Edgewater Rev. Sandy Ferguson • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 342-6644 www.wvsm.info or www.christchurchtrinity.com VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday Service Children’s Church during the message part of the service. Pastor T. Scott Peterson • Highway 93/95, 1 km north of Windermere • 342-9511 ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday: 5 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Canal Flats 7 p.m. at Canadian Martyrs Church in Invermere Sunday: 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyrs Church in Invermere 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium Father Jim McHugh • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Worship services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Every Sunday 10 a.m. 7 p.m. Evening service the first and third Sunday of the month, Brisco Community Church. Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater, Associate Pastor Linda and Mike Paradis • Prayer Centre, 4-7553-Main St. Radium • 347-9937 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTERDAY SAINTS Worship Service, 10 a.m. • Sunday School, 11 a.m. • Relief Society, Noon. President Grant Watkins • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 345-0079
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