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Eight! That’s the lucky number for Vance “Skinny” Labine and Lynsy Gronda, who got married at the top of Mount Swansea on August 8th, 2008, at 8:08 a.m and eight seconds.

“The weather was gorgeous, the sun was coming up over the Rockies, and you could see all the way down the valley to Columbia Lake,” said Skinny.

Ten guests hiked to the top with the newlyweds to take part in the ceremony, performed by Andy Stuart-Hill. Included in the group were Skinny’s daughters, Nettie and Tara, and Lynsy’s daughters Barb and Nicole.

Skinny lived in Invermere from 1993 to 1999, where he ran a shoe repair shop. The happy couple are currently on their honeymoon, which will take them around B.C. and back to their home in Ponoka, Alberta.

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August 15, 2008

VALLEY NEWS

Invermere scores hole-in-one with grant to beautify Pothole Park

By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff Pothole Park in Invermere is set to receive a major facelift after the British Columbia government awarded the town a $262,250 grant to improve the downtown space.

“As Invermere grows, it will be the hub and centre of the community,” said Mayor Mark Shmigelsky. “We want public space for people to enjoy.”

Minister of Community Affairs Blair Lekstrom was in Invermere on Tuesday to make the funding announcement. “I understand the challenge of small communities,” said Mr. Lekstrom, former mayor of Dawson Creek. “As communities grow we need to ensure infrastructure is there.”

The province’s Spirit Squares Funding is a program to improve outdoor spaces based on 50/50 cost-sharing with local governments, to a maximum provincial contribution of $500,000.

AG Valley Foods, located right across from the park, contributed $10,000.

The funds will allow for the construction of a large central outdoor amphitheatre to serve as a multi-purpose performance stage. The project will also include a paved ramp for access to lower spaces, public washrooms, parking, interpretive panels reflecting the natural history of the area, public art, landscaping, picnic tables and benches. There will also be pedestrian pathways connecting through the park and to downtown and nearby neighbourhoods.

Mr. Shmigelsky said the project will cost about $1.2 million. The town will match the province’s funds and other money must be found. “We will work with local businesses to help bring down the costs.”

Pothole Park is the site of a geological feature that created a large dip in the ground. Mr. Shmigelsky said there was talk of filling the hole, but it was decided to improve it as park space instead.

From left: Blair Lekstrom, Mark Shmigelsky with his sons Kyler and Ryder, Sydney-Anne Porter, and her son Eric and Sarah Lapointe with son Connor.

Invermere councillors vote raise for next council

By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff The next group of elected officials in Invermere will be getting a nice increase in pay. At the regular meeting on Tuesday, council voted in favour of raising the mayor’s salary from $13,975 to $16,000, and the salary of a councillor from $7,225 to $8,600.

This represents a 14.5-percent and 19-percent raise respectively.

“The salaries don’t even come close to lost wages for lost work,” said councillor and mayoral candidate Gerry Taft. “I think the policy we have is one of

the best out there. We don’t vote on our own wages, we do it for the next council.”

The raise came after a three-person review panel surveyed the annual salaries of mayor and councillors in 20 communities in province with populations between 2,000 and 5,000.

The panel found the average mayoral salary is $18,113 and the average councillor’s salary is $9,744.

The panel also recommended an inflationary increase to take place at the start of each year. It will be based on the British Columbia Consumer Price Index. The inflationary increase was not part of pre-

vious policy. The last raise for councillors was at the beginning of the last council term in 2006.

“You don’t run for office like this for the money,” said councillor Ray Brydon. “The pay is secondary. It’s about the pleasure you gain from serving the public.”

Councillor Sarah Bennett said she would like to have a discussion in the future about the role council plays and the hours they work.

“Having a more established, half-time or parttime council would be helpful,” she said.

The new salaries go into effect January 1st, 2009.

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On August 9th at about 6:33 p.m., the Conrad Kain Hut staff in the Bugaboo Alpine Provincial Area alerted the RCMP that an experienced climber was one day overdue. The climber was registered at a nearby campground for two nights beginning August 7th.

According to other climbers, he was last seen on the morning of August 8th, believed to be climbing in the Crescent Spires area, due to return the evening of August 8th.

The missing climber’s overnight gear was located at the campsite with no sign of the climber or evidence he had returned. Attempts to contact the climber proved unsuccessful, so the RCMP contacted BC Provincial Emergency Program to initiate a search. The Columbia Valley Search and Rescue team used the expertise of alpine guides and a helicopter to conduct an aerial search, without success.

The missing climber was later located in the Radium Hot Springs area by a friend. The climber had hiked out of the Bugaboo area on August 8th, leaving his gear behind and not signing out. The RCMP wishes to thank all parties involved for their efforts in attempting to locate the missing climber.

Note: The climber in question is apparently studying for his Alpine guide licence . . .

Routine check leads to arrest

This one can be filed under the heading of “Why do police enforce traffic laws rather than “catching real criminals?” The short answer is: “Because sometimes we can do both.”

On August 7th at around 12:30 a.m., RCMP stopped a car with three occupants on Panorama Drive. The car had no functioning licence plate light.

The police officer spoke to the female driver, an 18year-old “New” driver from Invermere. The officer noticed a case of beer under the front passenger’s feet.

The driver was asked to step out of the vehicle and the police detected a slight odour of liquor on her breath.

Police demanded a driver’s breath sample into the Approved Screening Device and the reading was 70 mg percent – just under the legal limit in the Criminal Code, but sufficient for charges under the Motor Vehicle Act. An examination of the car’s interior found more alcohol as well as drug paraphernalia and minute marijuana residue.

A computer check revealed the passenger, a 23year-old male Invermere resident, had an outstanding arrest warrant for “taking a motor vehicle without consent.” He was arrested and held for a hearing the following day. He was released on bail and will appear in Dawson Creek Provincial Court. The driver was issued a 12-hour driving suspension and a Violation Ticket for “Driving Contrary to Restrictions.”

Five charged with school break-in

On August 8th, at about 2:40 a.m., RCMP responded to a report of damage at the David Thompson Senior Secondary School in Invermere. RCMP learned there were four young men and one young woman throwing rocks at fence posts and a garbage bin. RCMP found the suspects and spoke with them.

Police gathered sufficient evidence at the scene to arrest the group and they were taken to the detachment.

RCMP are recommending charges against the five for mischief and break and enter, as it became clear that the school had been entered. All local residents ranging between 19 years and 21 years of age, they are scheduled to appear in Invermere Provincial Court.

One goes to court on October 28th and the others on December 15th, 2008.

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August 15, 2008

Developer wins suit against Canal Flats

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff A Supreme Court of British Columbia decision has found against the Village of Canal Flats and in favour of developer 391043 Alberta Ltd. The company is principally owned by Mike Vernon, a former Stanley Cup champion with the Calgary Flames, and owns Painted Ridge, a new 31-lot home subdivision on the eastern shore of Columbia Lake.

The decision, announced on August 1st by the Honourable Mr. Justice Bracken, will have consequences for the Village of Canal Flats and its Approving Officer, Robert Sabine.

The court ordered an alternative Approving Officer be provided to deal with the Painted Ridge application, and that the developers are free from complying with the Village’s Bylaw 82 until February 1st, 2009.

In its case, 391043 Alberta Ltd. claimed the bylaw should not affect its subdivision application because council began to review the documents in December 2006, prior to the bylaw’s adoption in May 2007.

Section 943 of the provincial Local Government Act states that should an application be received by a municipality prior to a bylaw’s introduction, “the bylaw has no effect with respect to that subdivision for a period of 12 months after it was adopted unless the applicant agrees in writing that it should have effect.”

In its subdivision application forms, the Village of Canal Flats asked all developers for a signature that would waive the rights of Section 943. The waiver was signed as part of the Painted Ridge application.

However, Justice Bracken found that, “to be effective, a waiver of the benefit of Section 943 should be completely separate from any application for subdivision, and be clearly indicated to be the voluntary act of the applicant.”

The judge found that “not only did the municipality fail to approve the subdivision for unlawful reasons, but the municipality also wrongfully ceased reviewing and providing feedback on the applications for the same unlawful reasons.”

Because of this finding, 391043 Alberta Ltd. has been granted an extra six months of exemption, until February 1st, 2009, from following Bylaw 82.

In addition, the judge ordered that, “given the apparent tension between the parties in this case,” Mr. Sabine should no longer be the Village’s Approving Officer for the Painted Ridge applications. The Village and 391043 Alberta Ltd. must agree on an alternative officer, or the case will return to the Supreme Court.

On Tuesday, August 12th, Mayor Colin Cartwright announced that the Village will file an appeal.

“Council remains of the view that subdivisions must be serviced to a higher standard than was the case prior to the Village’s incorporation,” he said, “and that

the requirements of Bylaw 82 are important as a longterm strategic objective . . . and is thereby supportive of its Approving Officer in pursuing that objective.

“As the matter is important, not just to the Village but to local governments across the province, council has also instructed staff to request funding assistance for the appeal from the Union of B.C. Municipalities,” said the mayor’s press release.

This case is the second against the Village of Canal Flats this year. On July 2nd, a suit by Benoit Charbonneau was dismissed in B.C. Supreme Court.

An application by Mr. Charbonneau to subdivide a single lot into three lots was rejected by Robert Sabine in August 2006. As a result, Mr. Charbonneau petitioned the Supreme Court of British Columbia through Section 89 of the Land Title Act. The case was heard and dismissed by the Honourable Mr. Justice Rice, who found that Mr. Sabine had not acted in bad faith or shown discrimination in his refusal. The judge ordered Mr. Charbonneau to pay the Village the taxable costs of the court proceedings.

Canal Flats incorporated in June 2004 and Robert Sabine was appointed in March 2007. Bylaw 82 lists new design, lighting and roadworks requirements for developments. Because of public concerns about the bylaw, council has created an amendment Bylaw 100.

A public hearing will be held at 7 p.m. on August 27th at the Canal Flats Civic Centre.

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PERSPECTIVE Historical Lens

Gold-medal enjoyment

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher

Anybody who watched the jaw-dropping Opening Ceremony for the Olympic Games in Beijing must have felt somewhat intimidated at the sight of so much control exerted over so many people.

In fact, when my husband spoke to his parents in Berlin the next day, they were quite upset. It brought back too many unhappy memories for them of the Olympic Games in Munich in 1936, when Hitler first started to throw his militaristic weight around.

The Games themselves are a joy, as usual. Our family watches non-stop when we are at home, cheering for the Canadians first, if there are any, followed by whatever athlete strikes our fancy – Australian, American, Chinese, Zimbabwean. Rowing and gymnastics are the family favourite sports so far, and beach volleyball is the least favourite.

We tend to root for the underdogs, although the American swimmer Michael Phelps is such an amazing athlete we are hoping he will reach his eight-goldmedal goal. I refuse to be anti-American, at least in this context, although I couldn’t help snorting when the NBC announcers refer to the unfair advantage of the Chinese in having an overwhelming number of athletes to choose from. I don’t remember the U.S. raising the population issue while beating Denmark, Holland, Ghana and dozens of other little countries over the decades.

But getting back to the Opening Ceremonies – Canada’s 2010 Winter Olympics are up next, and we can’t help wondering what on earth the organizers are going to come up with. It would be tricky to scare up 2,010 synchronized drummers, for example.

Hopefully Canada will just be itself when welcoming the rest of the world, wearing parkas and mukluks – understated, modest, a little bit naive, a little bit dorky, and always classy.

In short, the same country we all know and love – in spite of the fact that we don’t have any medals.

August 15, 2008

Swanzey Peak

This is an unusual spelling for Mount Swansea, which is the mountain peak on the eastern side of Lake Windermere.

Little did the early pioneers guess that people would be jumping off Mount Swansea wearing parachute-like contraptions and jumping into Lake Windermere, as they did last weekend in the Lakeside Event.

Today the peak of Mount Swansea is an easy 20-minute hike from the end of the road up the mountain, and a favourite spot to admire valley views.

If you have information about Photo A661, please email the Windermere Valley Museum at wvmuseum@cyberlink.bc.ca.

Barking dogs are staying put Dear Editor: Some people in Fairmont are always complaining about our two small dogs barking all the time.

If you people are so smart, tell us what to do with the dogs when we are working.

There is no way we are going to lock them up where you can’t hear them during the day.

Also, as we sit out on our lawn, we can hear many other dogs barking. Why don’t you complain

about them? Or complain about the quads and dirt bikes that speed up and down the street without licence plates or anyone wearing helmets?

We are keeping our dogs, no matter whether you like it or not. I guess you just have to buy our house so we can move somewhere else.

Just remember, our dogs live here and here they will stay.

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Trailer owners thank the Akisqnuk Band Dear Editor: This letter is in reference to the article in the August 8, 2008 edition of The Columbia Valley Pioneer entitled “Long-time trailer owners packing their bags” by Elinor Florence.

I am acting as the spokesperson for the majority of the 80 families who would like to first state that the article does not fairly represent the details surrounding the long-standing relationship and the ongoing discussions with the Akisqnuk First Nation.

We would like you and your readers understand that the comments in the article are not representative of the 80 families at the Lakeshore Resort and Campground.

We have had the privilege of using the land owned by the Akisqnuk First Nation for as long as 30 years. We are grateful to the Akisqnuk First Nation people for allowing us the opportunity and privilege of raising our families, making lasting friendships and enjoying the beautiful Columbia Valley for many wonderful summers.

The Akisqnuk First Nation has been a very honourable and proactive landlord. They have honoured every lease agreement (even during periods of high inflation in the valley) while continuing to improve the electrical system, sewage and garbage disposal, as well as the roads, in a prompt and professional manner.

The bottom line facts are as follows: • The Akisqnuk First Nation has de-

cided as the land owner to pursue a development opportunity on their land.

• The Akisqnuknik Development Corporation was implemented in 2006 for the purpose of developing lands on the reserve to the betterment of the band.

• The Akisqnuk Development Corporation has served the 80 tenants with a letter in July of 2008 asking everyone to return the land to its original state, noting that they would honour leases up to the end of the 2008 season.

• Dave Gibson, as spokesperson and Ms. Rose of the corporation have had several informative phone calls as well as a recent meeting to discuss many details surrounding this topic. Details of the discussions will be forwarded to the Akisqnuk Development Corporation Board of Directors as well as the Chief and Council of the Akisqnuk First Nation for their review.

• Ms. Rose has been very professional and forthright in all conversations and we look forward to the continuation of these meetings.

On behalf of the 80 families of the Lakeshore Resort and Campground we would like to take this opportunity to thank all the members of the Akisqnuk First Nation for allowing us to enjoy their lands for many decades.

We hope we can continue this relationship until the development plans are solidified.

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August 15, 2008

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First let me open by saying a huge thank you to our local emergency personnel – police, firemen, ambulance and hospital staff. With the sickening pace and overwhelming growth of our valley population, these people are placed in very stressful positions.

Last Saturday at our local Farmers’ Market, the Invermere Fire Department had an information booth set up to raise funds to help them purchase a desperately needed new piece of lifesaving equipment. Our volunteer fire department needs this equipment to help them do their job.

Shame on our local and provincial governments.

These people are dedicated, hard-working volunteers, ready at a moment’s notice to stop whatever they are doing, jump in those vehicles and risk their own lives to save lives and property. The very last thing we should be expecting them to do is spend their time off trying to raise funds to buy equipment they need to help us all.

I propose that the cost of building permits and development in our entire valley from one end to the other goes way up. Add $100 to $200 per building permit and make larger developments purchase the new equipment that will be needed, (ie. ladder trucks).

Call it a “local” emergency support tax and keep it

here. The money then will be readily available in case equipment is needed or an emergency arises, and at the pace this valley is going that will be soon.

Look around – condos here, building there, take paradise and put up a condo or two. Our valley must have a huge tax base, yet our infrastructure is horrible, and we suffer grossly from “lack of funding.”

Ultimately the responsibility is dumped back on the shoulders of our local volunteer charities and agencies to raise the funds necessary to purchase what is needed. Second homeowners need to take note as well – your tax dollars, property and lives are just as much at stake as any “locals.”

To the Mayor and council, MLA and MP – how about some action? You need to show more support to these people, we need them. What are you afraid of – complaints? Anyone complaining tell them you want a piece of paradise, you have to help pay the price!

Well I’m off to work and to check my 649 ticket, boys – if I win the $43 million, I’ll buy you your new truck with all the “bells and whistles” and we’ll do a big happy dance together.

Heather Underwood Invermere

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY

MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS MOVIE REVIEW

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Out & About Joey Keithley and his hardcore punk band D.O.A. from Vancouver will play at the Hoodoo Grill on Thursday, August 21st for no cover charge.

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A family of intellects struggles to deal with their shambolic social lives in this wry comedy.

Dennis Quaid plays widowed professor Lawrence, who hoards his wife’s clothes, forgets his students’ names and resents his carefree adopted brother, Chuck (Thomas Haden Church).

His daughter Vanessa (Ellen Page) is a teenage genius who doesn’t realize that telling her classmates they are dumb is probably why she doesn’t have any friends.

When Lawrence’s car is impounded and he’s too stubborn to pay the fine to an ex-student, he scales a fence, falls and ends up in hospital. His doctor is Janet (Sarah Jessica Parker), another former student. She takes pity on the cantankerous professor when Vanessa is incapable of showing her father any sympathy.

Meanwhile, Chuck, the most balanced member of the family, has moved in and is trying to tempt Vanessa with his slacker lifestyle so she loosens up a bit. The plan backfires in a way that will make you squirm.

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That said, it is crystal clear the point that writer Mark Jude Poirier is trying to make: though they have book smarts, the college intelligentsia is lacking in the social skills they need to participate in meaningful relationships.

“I don’t think you’re happy, Vanessa,” Lawrence says to his daughter.

“Well, you’re not happy,” she responds, “and you’re my role model.”

The make-up and lighting adds to the grim mood: the characters have bags under their eyes (even the fresh-faced Ellen Page) and Lawrence’s paunch is exaggerated.

But the talented cast are so convincing and the dialogue is so witty that Smart People is still enjoyable – if not uplifting.

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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS

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

Toby Theatre • 8 p.m. August 13-15: Journey to the Center of the Earth • 8 p.m. August 16-22: WALL-E. • 8 p.m. August 23-29: Mamma Mia! • Closed Sundays.

Friday, August 15th: • Every Friday evening, shop late in downtown Invermere. A total of 18 businesses will be open until 8 p.m. on Friday evenings.

• 1-3 p.m.: Summer Reading Program at the Invermere Public Library. Uncover cool facts about whales off the coast of B.C. through unique activities. Ages 6-10. Free every Friday. For info: 250-342-6416.

Saturday, August 16th: • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Invermere Farmers’ Market open in downtown Invermere every Saturday.

• 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Invermere Fire Department will host a barbecue at Home Hardware in support of the “Road to Rescue” campaign to raise funds for a new rescue vehicle. They will also conduct Jaws of Life demonstrations at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For info: 250-270-0634.

• Noon-2 p.m.: Spirits Reach invites the public to an afternoon barbecue to unveil their new Lakehouse beside the beach. Live music will be performed by John Cronin, a well-known local musician. For info: www.spiritsreach.com.

• 1 p.m.: Pioneer picnic on the grounds at Windermere Valley Museum, Invermere. Everyone welcome. Bring a lunch and participate in pioneer games. For info: 250-342-9769.

• 2-5 p.m.: Effusion Art Gallery hosts artist reception for artist Andrea Pratt. Her work shows, along with that of Des Bevis and Carmen Mongeau, from August 16th to 24th. For info: 250-341-6877.

• Kootenay Savings Credit Union, the Windermere

Ladies’ Health Care Auxiliary, Copper Point Golf Course and East Kootenay Foundation are joining together to celebrate health care with its first annual golf tournament to be held at Copper Point Ridge Course.

All monies raised will be held in trust by the East Kootenay Foundation for Health for the Invermere & District Hospital. Sign up at Kootenay Savings Credit Union, or the Pro Shop at Copper Point.

• 9 a.m.: Bighorn Football registration at the Bighorn field behind the old high school. Looking for players age 13-18. For info email: coach.bighorn@telus.net.

• 5:30-9:30 p.m.: Scrappy Do’s Family Album scrapbooking class. Space is limited so reserve your spot. To find out about more classes visit ScrappyDo’s in downtown Invermere or call 250-342-7238.

• 8 a.m.-8 p.m.: Windermere Fire Hall general voting at the Windermere Community Hall, 4726 North Street Windermere. For further information contact Lee-Ann Crane or Anita Charest at 250-489-2791 or toll free at 1-888-478-7335.

Sunday, August 17th: • 11 a.m.: Church services conducted by Radium Christian Fellowship at the historic Galena Church at the Galena Cemetery, just north of the Brisco General Store. Service held here just once a year.

Bring your own picnic lunch and chairs. For info: 250-346-3294.

Tuesday, August 19th-Friday, August 22nd: • 9:30 a.m. to noon: Children’s Choir Camp, Christ Church Trinity, Invermere. For info: 250-3426644.

Tuesday, August 19th: • 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday and Friday: Junior Naturalist Program for kids at Kootenay National Park. Cost is $5 per child. Meet at the Redstreak Campground. Register at the Radium Hot Springs Visitor Centre or call 250-347-6525.

• Kimberley Summer Theatre on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Live musical theatre. For info: Kimberley Chamber of Commerce, 250-427-3666.

Wednesday, August 20th: • 10 a.m.: Every Wednesday, The Red Hat-Foxy Red Bonnets of Invermere meet at Tim Hortons for coffee. For info: call Denise at 250-688-0198.

• 7-9 p.m.: Artist opening at Pynelogs Art Gallery,

Kinsmen Beach. See work by Barry Gillies, Jean Blackall with Walter Gray, Jan Zora, Guy Hobbs, Trezlie Brooks and Robyn Oliver. For info: 250342-4424.

Thursday, August 21st: • 7-9:30 p.m.: Every Thursday: Block Parties in Radium. Everyone welcome to enjoy street music, and the company of friends and neighbors on Main Street West, in the Village of Radium Hot Springs.

• 11 a.m. Thursdays: Glass blowing demonstrations at Bavin Glass. For info: 250-342-6816.

• D.O.A., punk band, appears at the Hoodoo Lounge & Grill, south of Fairmont. Casual dining. No cover charge. For info: 250-345-2166.

Saturday, August 23rd: • 9 a.m.: Second annual John Dunnebacke Memorial Ride, in memory of local businessman and motorcycle enthusiast, leaves from Huckleberry’s Restaurant.

Come at 8 a.m. and have breakfast. The bikes will head south to Cranbrook for lunch, then back to Bud’s in Invermere. For info: Paul Roggeman at 250-341-5300 or Grey Bradatsch at 250-342-7566.

• 10 a.m. Radium Public Library invites all preschoolers to the Annual Teddy Bears Picnic at the Radium Park. For info: 250- 347-9131.

Tuesday, August 26th: • 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Registration at Sobeys for Columbia Valley Gymnastics Club; also Thursday, August 28th from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Radium gym.

Thursday, September 4th: • 7 p.m.: Sports, Recreation and Leisure Sign-Up Night, sponsored by Columbia Valley Recreation Society, at the Invermere Community Hall. Tables are free, but groups should call Bob Gadsby at 250341-7445 or College of the Rockies at 250-3423210 or email info@cvrec.ca.

Other: • Invermere Veterinary Hospital summer hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. until August 31st.

• Invermere Thrift Shop summer hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday until Sept. 30th.

• Windermere Valley Museum hours: Every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Three artists explore the seasons at Effusion Art Gallery “an unrestrained expression of emotion”

Carmen Mongeau

Andrea Pratt

plane of archival paper. These timeless pieces of art are framed in simple shadow box style frames that allow Enjoy the artistic version of the changing seasons her ‘season’ story to come alive! Enjoy each month of at Effusion Art Gallery! Three Canadian west coast the year through Andrea’s unique flair of art.

Des Bevis’ interpretation of the seasons is preartisans have painted their creative perspective of the sented through the four seasons premusical composer, sented at a trio exhiVivaldi. bition from August From the Four 16th to 24th.

Seasons concertos Carmen Monof this Venetian, bageau’s paintings are roque music coma process of exploposer, Des has creration. Using oils, ated paintings in the inks, graphite, and four basic colours of charcoal on mythe seasons.Each sealar she discovered a son has an associated new playful avenue musical theme that for her art! Her new Des captures in the series is titled “seabreakdown of shapes sonal skies” (canvas of the main section and paper). The sky of the orchestra and is a part of the atmothe smaller consort, sphere visible from overlaid with the the surface, with linear and rhythmic daylight surfaces of quality of a solo viodeep blue and night Autumn Elder, a mixed media work by Andrea Pratt lin. The fluid and lintime darks appearing to ear qualities of his acbe black. It can turn a complished calligraphy multitude of colours such as red, orange and yellow. The luminosity found compliment this art.

The gallery will be hosting a reception on Saturin synthetic papers lends itself to the rendering of these subtle colours and cloud undulations found in day, August 16th from 2 to 5 p.m. with Andrea in attendance. Carmen and Des send their regrets due to our seasonal skies, projecting energy and rhythm.

Andrea Pratt’s mixed media drawings examine personal reasons.

Effusion Art Gallery is located on main street time, growth and life cycles through personal and primitive motifs, symbolic imagery and patterns. Her Invermere. For more info: 250-341-6877 or www.efcreations are segmented and flattened on a picture fusionartgallery.com.

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At The Library The Other by David Guterson Des Bevis

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Reviewed by Sheila Bonny Oblivious to the future tragic consequences of their actions, in 1972 two 16 year old Seattle men seal their friendship with a blood pact and a promise to never reveal the location of a hot spring seeping from the base of a limestone cliff deep in Washington State’s Cascade Mountains.

Neil Countryman is the son of a construction worker; John William Barry is the scion of a wealthy banking and business family. Their unlikely friendship grows from a shared passion for tackling the backcountry equipped with only a survival manual – little food, no matches, no map

and no compass.

In David Guterson’s novel, The Other, middle-aged Countryman compares his life with his friend’s as he prepares to write a book about Barry.

Countryman embraces life as an English teacher, husband and father; Barry flees the hypocrisy of the “hamburger world” to become a hermit in the wilderness, his existence dependent once again on backwoods survival skills.

As Countryman strives to understand what makes his blood brother withdraw deeper and deeper into the woods and into himself, the novel becomes a vehicle for contemplation of the responsibilities of friendship, the relative merits of idealism and compromise, and the significance of life choices.

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Don’t miss Pynelogs Art Gallery this summer Jessica Gowling Pynelogs Art Gallery As summer is quickly dwindling away, come spend a fun-filled day at Pynelogs, and view beautiful artwork, participate in an explorative workshop, eat delicious cuisine at the Café, or enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kinsmen Beach, the botanical gardens and Dorothy Lake. The gallery is open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the café in operation from Wednesdays to Sundays.

The upcoming art show at the Pynelogs Gallery will feature a fantastic mix of creations from artists Barry Gillies, Jean Blackall, Walter Gray, Jan Zora, Guy Hobbs, Trezlie Brooks, and Robyn Oliver. With paintings, photography, and pottery all featured in this show, the artist opening on Wednesday, August 20th from 7 to 9 p.m. is sure to be a stimulating event.

• Barry Gillies is a photographer whose scenic landscapes of Western Canada capture viewers. His original photographs are printed on canvas and framed with custom rough lumber; ‘Exquisite Family Dining’

through their all cut, cropped work that both and mounted by are inspired by the artist himthe splendor of self. Now movthe Rocky Mouning away from tains. limited editions, • Jan Zora is a Barry is aiming returning painter, to shift his stunwhose mixed mening photographs dia and painted towards individuworks are well ally crafted origiknown in the valnals, rather than ley. Her creations, reproductions. often inspired by • Jean Blackall nature and her and Walter Gray own experiences, have united their seem to hover in artistic views with a realm that bala collaborative ances delicately collection titled between realism “Double Vision.” and abstraction.

Their collection Grain Elevator, photo by Barry Gillies Jan’s warm and of artwork juxtacolorful works poses two unique have been deperspectives of the same subject. While Walter is an ac- scribed as “bold, strong and curious.”

• Guy Hobbs is a painter who crecomplished photographer, his wife Jean Blackall is a painter. Despite the differ- ates large scale textured and sculpted ence in their artistic approach, it is clear canvases, on which he paints descrip-

tive portraits of elk, bison and deer.

The subject matter of his work seems to drift in and out of the canvas; the texture sometimes becoming a part of the portrait, and sometimes becoming the backdrop for it.

• Trezlie Brooks is an artist specializing in porcelain pottery. Trezlie’s strong emotional connection to her pottery is perhaps what renders her creations so interesting. Since much of her work is functional, her vessels aim to become part of daily human rituals, and in turn a part of a memory; a family may recall a dinner shared over Trezlie’s plates, or friends may reminisce about a conversation over her tea set.

• Robyn Oliver is a valley favorite whose artistic talents not only influence those who view her work each year at Pynelogs, but also the youth at David Thompson Secondary School where she teaches art. Robyn uses her time in the summer to create striking canvases for her solo show. Her use of bright and vivid colors, and her attention to composition and cropping, allow her diverse subject matter to become unified.

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Downtown store robbed

On August 9th at around 2 p.m., RCMP were called to a theft that occurred the previous day at All Things Beautiful on 7th Avenue, Invermere.

Sometime between 6 and 7:30 p.m., two adult females attended the store, and while one kept store staff talking, the other walked off with a bag of mineral rocks valued at $1,200.

The suspects are described as 35 to 50 years of age, between 5’4” and 5’6”, brown hair and medium build.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the RCMP at (250) 342-9292 or Crimestoppers at 1800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Motorcycle-deer collision

On August 9th at around 9:45 a.m., emergency crews once more responded to a collision between a motorcycle and a deer in Kootenay National Park, between the Radium Gate and Olive Lake.

The driver, a 41-year-old Camrose resident, managed to keep the motorcycle on its wheels despite having what is believed to be a broken leg as a result of the deer running into the bike as it was heading east on Highway 93. His 11-year-old daughter was a passenger on the motorcycle and she sustained a cut on her right leg.

Both were taken to the Invermere and District Hospital by the B.C. Ambulance and treated for their injuries.

A Day in Court

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In Cranbrook Criminal Court on Monday, July 7th, 2008, Michael Boate was found guilty of assault with a weapon.

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The driver disarmed the 28-year-old Windermere resident, who then escaped.

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“In this case I would Karen Davis, shown here in a February photo with fering from minor bruising and scratches. She could not say she was on the side of husband Kirk. Dog Silvi did not survive the crash. be reached for comment. fortune,” said RCMP StaffUpon her release from hospital she told the RCMP Sergeant Doug Pack.

According to police, the semi, based out of Cal- that she had little recollection of the incident and that gary, was heading towards Radium on Highway 93 she remembers looking down at her cell phone. Unforwhen suddenly the northeast-bound Subaru veered tunately she does not recall the collision or any events which occurred later, which led to her ending up in into the oncoming lane and struck the truck.

After the initial impact, the station wagon spun the river. Staff-Sgt. Pack said that it is safe to attribute and struck the truck a second time. According to Staff- any immediate post-crash behaviour to shock due to Sgt. Pack it was the left side of the vehicle which took the stress of the incident.

The Columbia Valley RCMP would like to thank the brunt of the impact, which normally would be the the following agencies for their quick response and asdriver’s side of the vehicle.

Karen got out of her car before being seen by any- sistance in this matter: Banff RCMP, Banff Fire and one. When emergency crews arrived, the only things Rescue, Banff Emergency Medical Services, National visible on the scene were the car and the dead dog, but Parks, B.C. Ambulance Service, B.C. Commercial Vehicle Inspector, Alpine Helicopters and Club Towing. no one else was around the station wagon.

RCMP, National Parks staff, rescue volunteers and As well, there were many motorists who stopped to render assistance, and their efforts are appreciated. paramedics began searching the surrounding area.

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conservation officer, Lawrence Umsonst. “It is not uncommon to see one.”

Mr. Umsonst said the best thing to do if you see a cougar is to remain calm, since it is most likely that the animal is just passing through.

“A lot of it is common sense,” he said. “Keep away from it, and bring your children and pets inside until the cougar leaves.”

He added that the risk to humans is small and should not be exaggerated, but cats are common prey.

“They’re an easy meal for cougars,” said Mr. Umsonst. “They should be kept indoors.”

For more information, visit the Conservation Office website at www.env.gov.bc.ca/cos/index.htm.

By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff Out of 10 cougar sightings in the area so far this year, none has involved attacks on people’s pets or livestock. This means it has been a good year so far, a local conservation officer said.

“Hopefully we can get through the rest of summer and the fall without any incidents,” said local conservation officer Pat McHarg.

The most recent sighting was on July 28th, when a cougar caught a deer and dragged it into someone’s shed in the Toby Benches area.

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By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff Two girls out for a swim at Kinsmen Beach late last Thursday night had an unexpected visitor in the form of a bear.

Ricki Nelson and and Ronan Connell, both 14, were splashing about in the water when they heard a soft growl.

They weren’t sure what they heard, so Ronan splashed the water again. When they heard another growl they decided to see what was making the noise.

“I thought it might be a dog, but then I saw it and it was way too big to be a dog,” said Ricki.

They immediately realized it was a bear that

was milling about by the beach near someone’s yard.

The two girls wisely decided not to stick around and took off for home.

“I didn’t think it was interested in us but we left anyway,” Ricki said.

Pat McHarg, the local conservation officer, said there’s little his office could have done.

“People in the area must realize they’re in bear country,” he said. “We would only respond if a bear made an aggressive move towards someone.

At 1 a.m., unless a bear breaks into somebody’s house, there’s nothing we can do.”

If anyone wants to report a bear sighting, call the Conservation Office Hotline at 1-877-952RAPP (7277) or the RCMP at 250-342-9292.

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Rockies head into 30th season

By Pioneer Staff On August 29th, Coach Darren Naylor, now in his second year as head coach of the Rockies, will send out four veteran 20-year-olds backed by gang of hungry, young recruits in an exhibition game against the Golden Rockets to kick off the Rockies’ 30th season.

Attendance will be down and the club will be short a few volunteers, but the Rockies promise that the intensity, commitment to excellence and passion for the game will be at an all-time high.

Hoping to revive interest in the club, boost attendance at the games and recruit more volunteers, especially billet host families, the Rockies are celebrating 30 years of tradition that began on a mountain of a man – Eddie Mountain.

“No question, Eddie Mountain was the backbone,” founding director, pastpresident, life-long supporter and longtime team bus driver Bill McIntosh remembered. “He was the backbone of all sports in the valley at the time.”

Born and raised in Langley, Eddie Mountain came to the valley in 1971 and ignited a passion for sports. He promoted organized sports of all kinds.

Eddie was the chairman of the Columbia Valley Sports Society from 1976 to 1978 and in 1979 was the President of the Columbia Valley Men’s Hockey League. He managed the Cranbrook Royals, and was instrumental in starting the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. Invermere’s arena and the league’s eastern division would be named in his honour.

Built on such a strong foundation, it is little surprise the club is celebrating its 30th season. Other teams have come and gone.

“I’m not surprised. I guess ‘proud’ is the word for it,” Mr. McIntosh commented. “It’s something you’re glad to be a part of.”

Since the club’s founding, the Rockies have been well-respected as a perennial contender—never missing

the play-offs—for its ‘back-to-back-to back’ championship seasons and for the stand-outs who have moved through their ranks.

“The Rockies have been an integral part of the KIJHL since 1978,” pastpresident and league historian Harold Hazelaar said. “They were an important part of this league that was struggling to grow through the 80s and 90s, finally becoming one of the premier junior leagues in Canada today. The championships of three consecutive seasons from 1987 to 1990, the advancement of many players to higher hockey ranks, plus the success in helping develop the life skills of kids playing here should make the team volunteers and community proud.”

Within a decade of their first season, the team earned Invermere its first Keystone Cup to become Junior B Champions of Western Canada.

And the accomplishments didn’t begin or end there. The Rockies would become a stalwart in the league and have come a long way over the course of their rich and storied history.

However, Mr. McIntosh observed, times have changed since those early days and those changes threaten to topple the club that has thrilled fans for so many years.

When the Rockies began, he said, finding volunteers, billet host families and filling the seats of the arena was easy.

“Spectators would line up along the boards all the way around to the Zamboni room,” he said. “And there was no glass at the time.”

More than a few broken jaws resulted when pucks left the ice, he said.

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MEMORABILIA—Above, left, Rockies founder Eddie Mountain. Above, right, New York Rangers head coach Tom Renney in his first year as coach of the Rockies.

At right, a program from the Rockies first season.

“Every year, supporters of the Rockies—by way of financial support, billeting, helping to achieve academic excellence, and in many other ways—show their genuine interest in an organization whose goals remain, ‘excellence on and off the ice.’”

—Cranbrook native Tom Renney, New York Rangers Head Coach, Former Coach of the Rockies, 1986-89

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On road trips, the club would feed the players on the bus. A few loaves of bread, a gallon or two of peanut butter, a few gallons of milk and a bag of oranges was all they got.

Founded before the invention of cable TV, Rockies games are now simulcast live over the Internet.

Although the team isn’t struggling financially, rural teams across the league struggle to find housing for the players, and volunteers to help operate the arena on game night.

Rockies treasurer Ray Brydon said the team’s three big fundraising projects—Firewood sales, the Bullriding in the Rockies rodeo event, and the annual classic car raffle—along with corporate sponsorships, keep the team on the ice, but volunteers and billet host families are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

“Of course, you can never have enough volunteers,” he said.

It takes 20 people to stage a game on home ice and there are 30-35 home games Town Planner each season.

“We could use two or three more people at every game,” he said.

But the lack of billet host families to house and feed players that come from all over North America to play hockey in Invermere is threatening the survival of #17, Rory Hromadnik teams in towns like Position: Right Wing Invermere, Golden Age: 16 and Sicamous.

Height: 5’ 8” “We’re totally reliWeight: 140 ant on billet families Hometown: Invermere to survive,” Mr. Brydon explained. “This is the year we’ll decide if there is going to be another season.

The Rockies admitted there has been discipline problems in the past, but promised zero tolerance for disrepect.

“I think Coach Naylor keeps them pretty tight,” he said, “and will send them home even if they are the best player on the team.”

Besides, he said, hundreds of players have worn the jersey and many of them have decided to make Invermere their home and have become key members of the community. The roster of past players is peppered with names of leaders in business and community service in the valley, including Invermere Town Planner Rory Hromadnik, Assistant Fire Chief Doug Schick and B.C. Ambulance Service Unit Chief Peter Hecher—all of whom were members of the first Rockies squad in 1978 and ‘79. One young Rocky who was billeted by the same family two years in a row would go on to become Invermere’s youngest mayor.

Perhaps hinting at the future, Invermere Mayor Mark Shmigelsky was the first winner of the Glen Mason Memorial Award named to honour founding director Glen Mason, who died tragically in a car crash a month into the 1991 season. Shmigelsky spent five seasons with the Rockies as a player and assistant coach.

“In recognition of his mature character, leadership ability and player service, our first time winner exemplifies all those traits that Glen possessed and valued,” the award read, “a player he admired and respected.

The recipient is a very deserving Rocky.”

But it just as easily might not have happened.

Mayor Shmigelsky reluctantly agreed to come to Invermere after being cut from the Vernon Lakers.

“My dad said, ‘You’re going to play hockey,’” he explained. “I didn’t even know where Invermere was.

We couldn’t find it on a map. Of course, I was a spoiled Kelowna boy. My high school had more people than

Dan Nadeau, a Junior A player in Ontario, European semi-pro and scout for the Blind River Beavers.

Invermere Home Hardware chief and Columbia Valley Chamber President Al Miller will take the helm as president of the club. Internet broadcasts of home games will have a new voice, Steve Griffith, who is coming all the way from Vancouver. The team hopes he will match the silky stylings of Barry Brown-John who called the games on CKIR radio back in the 1980s. For more information about this year’s Rockies, visit www.rockieshockey.com and www.kijhl.com.

Historical Highlights • Second in longevity among KIJHL clubs • KIJHL Eastern/North Division Champions 87/88,88/89, 80/90, 90/91, 92/93 • KIJHL Eddie Mountain Conference Champions 96/97, 01/02 • KIJHL League Champions 87/88, 88/89, 89/90 • Cyclone Taylor Cup Winner, Junior B Mayor Champions of British Columbia: 88/89 • Keystone Cup Winner, Junior B Champions of Western Canada: 88/89, 89/90 • Doug Barrault, 88/89, selected by Minnesota North Stars, Round 8, #155 overall in 1990 NHL Entry Draft, played #21, Mark Shmigelsky for Minnesota North Position: Defense, Wing Stars, Florida PanAge: 19 thers.

Height: 5’ 9” • Wade DubieleWeight: 170 wicz, 95/96, signed Hometown: Kelowna as an un-drafted collegiate free agent May 2003 with New York Islanders.

• Jeff Lank, 90/9, selected by Montreal Canadiens, Round 5, #113 overall in 1993 NHL Entry Draft, selected by Philadelphia Flyers, Round 9, #230 overall in 1995 NHL Entry Draft, played for Flyers.

• Jason Marshall, 87/88, selected by St. Louis Blues, Round 1, #9 overall in 1989 NHL Entry Draft, played for St. Louis Blues, Anaheim Mighty Ducks, Washington Capitals, Minnesota Wild, San Jose Sharks.

• Doug Steinstra, 91-93, signed as a free agent by New Jersey, May 4, 2000.

• Taylor Dakers, 02/03, Kootenay Ice. • Logan Koopmans, 00/01, Lethbridge Hurricanes, signed NHL contract with Detroit Red Wings on June 1/04, Toledo Storm (ECHL) 04-05.

• Tom Renney (coach), 86-89, coached the Kamloops Blazers, Vancouver Canucks, Canadian National Teams, New York Rangers.

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there were in Invermere at the time.”

“When we got to the arena, the first thing I saw was a mouse run across the floor in front of me,” Shmigelsky remembered. “My dad dragged me into Eddie Mountain’s office and he was sitting there with a Pepsi and a big, red sweater with popcorn all over it. I will always remember him that way.”

According to the inscription on his Western Division Championship ring, the Rockies, then under the leadership of current New York Rangers Head Coach Tom Renney, finished with a phenomenal 57-6-3 record that season.

This year, the Rockies are aiming to improve on their third-place finish in the East Division last season. Coach Naylor proudly announced seven players from last year’s team have been moved up to Junior A level and a fresh batch of new recruits, including a top defense out of Calgary, will take the ice next week.

Coach Naylor will be flanked by new assistant coach

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August 15, 2008

New gym club coach hired

By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff The Columbia Valley’s Gymnastics Club’s new coach likes the super-human aspects of the sport.

“I like the idea you can defy gravity,” said Kristin Welsh.

Kristin was hired to lead the highly-successful program after the former coach Michelle Hill moved back to Ontario.

Parents’ fears that the program wouldn’t continue this fall can now be laid to rest, said club president Cheryl Maybuck.

Kristin has been performing gymnastics since the age six and has ten years of experience coaching in Ontario and British Columbia.

She believes the sport can be of a great benefit to kids.

“It depresses me that kids can’t get the gymnastics experience they need or want,” she said. “It’s a core sport that can benefit them for their entire lives.”

For this year the school has moved in to a bigger gym at the old Radium school.

“It’s exciting to have a bigger space for tumbling, flipping and rolling,” she said.

The equipment at the new gym includes a balance beam, uneven bars, tumbling tracks, vault, rings, and a mini-trampoline.

Kristin hails from Belleville, Ontario, where she took up gymnastics at the age of six. She moved to British Columbia four years to take a paramedics course in Cranbrook.

She came to Invermere three years ago and now works for BC Ambulance and as a ski patroller at Panorama in the winter.

“I love the skiing here and I’m big into rock climbing, which I get to do a lot of out here,” she said.

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Kristin Welsh Because of Kristin’s duties as a paramedic there are fewer classes this year and the club is still looking for another coach to help out.

Mrs. Maybuck recommends showing up early for registration, as last year 40 people were put on the waiting list due to the program’s popularity.

“We’re a very successful club,” she said. “Per capita we have one of the highest registration rates in the province.”

Registration is August 26th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Sobey’s and August 28th from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Radium Gym.

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Part of Invermere’s drinking water will now be pumped up the hill from the new well in Athalmer and stored in this new reservoir at Mount Nelson Athletic Park, ready for use in mid-October.

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The District of Invermere expects to have the Mount Nelson Reservoir completed by mid-October and on budget, said director of municipal works Brian Nickurak. At a special meeting of council last Friday, council awarded two contracts that will bring the reservoir to completion.

“Time is important,” said councillor Bob Campsall. “Things are dragging on too long.”

The first contract in the amount of $106,062.50 went to Quiniscoe Homes to build the building that will house the electrical and mechanical controls.

The second contract in the amount of $485,800 was awarded to Max Helmer Construction. It is for the final mechanical work and piping needed to connect the well in Athalmer to the reservoir.

The search for a new well to increase the town’s water supply began six years ago and in 2005 drilling on a well in Athalmer was begun. The water will be pumped from Athalmer to the Mount Nelson Reservoir near J. A. Laird Elementary School, where it will

be chlorinated and connected to the main water system sourced from Paddy Ryan Lakes.

According to Mr. Nickurak, Invermere currently uses three million litres of water per day in the winter and more than eight million litres per day in the peak summer season. The new well will help improve water quality and increase summer supply, he said.

“It also provides an alternate water supply in case something happens to the current one.”

The total cost of the project, including the well, transmission lines, and reservoir will be approximately $5.4 million.

The reservoir has come in approximately $200,000 over budget, however the other components of the project have cost less than expected, bringing it all in on budget, said Mr. Nickurak.

He added that the new well supply will cost about $100,000 per year because of the energy needed to pump the water out of Athalmer and up the hill into the reservoir.

The district will be ready to begin pumping water from the well in Athalmer to the reservoir in October.

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Invermere’s new civic centre in planning stage

By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff The architect for Invermere’s new Civic Centre is working on a design after meeting with local stakeholders to determine what is needed.

The meeting was attended by architect Bruce Carscadden of Vancouver, members of council, district staff, and representatives from the Invermere Public Library and the Invermere Fire Department.

“We went over a very rough footprint of the civic centre to get broad ideas of use for it,” said Mayor Mark Shmigelsky. “It’s really conceptual right now.”

Mr. Carscadden was selected to design the centre by district council on June 10.

The centre will be located on the site of the old high school in Invermere, which is the empty property located across the street from Sobeys on the side of the hill, and will house the library, community hall, and the municipal offices. The building will not contain a performing arts centre as originally planned because council decided there was not enough community support, so the Columbia Valley Arts Council is currently reviewing plans to place the centre at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort instead.

“We’re trying to fit as many groups into the space as possible,” said Mr. Shmigelsky. “The key is the library.”

Mr. Carscadden said he was impressed by the turnout from the community.

“It was valuable to hear other people’s views,” he said. “The goal was to set a program for the centre and help decide what’s going in to the building.”

Library Board Trustee Jill Unger said it was a very productive meeting. She said the library’s priorities are to have a larger space and an environmentally friendly design.

“We’re thrilled at being part of the process and looking forward to having a new home,” she said.

Councillor Sarah Bennett said she was also pleased by the meeting.

“I thought he was good at listening to opinions and very respectful of people’s concerns,” she said.

Mr. Carscadden is working on a rough design for the centre and will meet again with stakeholders next month, at which point he will present several proposals.

The goal is to have a design ready to present to the public by the spring. A referendum will be held to approve the final design.

“We’re still in the early stages,” said Mr. Shmigelsky. “We’ll take our time and make sure the public likes it.”

Mr. Carscadden has designed a number of public buildings which may be viewed on his website at www.carscadden.ca.

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I have been asked by Chief and Council to respond to the latest articles on the protests related to the work being done on the access road to Farnham Glacier and the Athlete Training area and within the Shuswap Traditional Territory.

It is very difficult not to respond in an adversarial way, given the amount of work the Shuswap Indian Band has put into coming to a resolution on this project. This First Nation has been working diligently on developing an economic portfolio and self-governing structure to sustain itself well into the future. It has worked with the Province and local governments to address water and sewer and road issues and to advance such strategies so that the region can plan and prepare for the unusual growth in the Shuswap Traditional Territory and Columbia Valley in general.

There are many concerns relating to appropriate growth in the main valley which historically supported the First Nations in their traditional practices, i.e. the main valley supported and still supports the body of biodiversity that sustained our First Nation culture.

Chief and Council and myself firmly believe that the Shuswap Indian Band is working hard to balance economic diversity and laying the foundations for best practices in planning and developing in its traditional territory, while doing so in partnership with the Province, local governments and the private sector. We are working with all these parties and jurisdictions within the realm of policy and law.

Shuswap Indian Band has been in consultation with the Province of BC and the private developer of Jumbo Glacier Resort for over 10 years. The location of the development is within the Shuswap Indian Band Traditional Territory and is acknowledged and supported by the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council, which consists of 17 Shuswap First Nation Bands and over 10,000 Shuswap First Nation members.

Trap line use and other traditional practices in the Toby drainage area have

been gradually eroded by a wide variety of uses including other resort development and general recreational vehicle access.

Under new court rulings, the Shuswap Band has worked and continues to work with the Province and developers in mitigating First Nation loss of use in its traditional area through various funding and business relationships. We are now concluding our negotiations with both the Province and the developer on this project and will be dependent on those benefits for the future sustainability of our First Nation.

In addition to participating in the government and private sector revenues, we are confident that the development will be one of the most ecological resorts in North America. It will also be the most significant tourism anchor in the region, based on its sheer beauty and because it will have a First Nation as a lead participant.

I must confirm that given the length of time we have spent on this process and the role Shuswap has played in that process, all parties have acted responsibly in the review and steps to approve.

Specific to the Farnham site, access is through Shuswap Traditional Territory and registered trapline sites, and the developer has continued to inform us of their intentions. I also understand that they have informed those opposed to the project.

I firmly believe that there are far more pressing issues related to the growth of this region. The Shuswap Indian Band has demonstrated, along with its partners, that consultation and negotiations build the way for a better plan that supports economic growth, protection of valuable ecological areas and the building of lasting relationships.

I do not believe that road blocks and special interest protests complement the above noted benefits.

I urge the Province to maintain the integrity of the process and deal with the issues at the appropriate tables. We are committed to a sustainable future.

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Minister says Jumbo protestors have ‘zero chance’

By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff Jumbo Resort protestors are a group of “professional Chicken Littles,” said Minister of Tourism Bill Bennett.

“They are so good at fightening people and painting scary scenarios,” he said. “Wildsight and the NDP will do the best they can to paint pictures of terrible things happening in the alpine.”

Local environmental groups Wildsight and the Jumbo Creek Conservation Society have been blockading Farnham Creek Forest Service Road since Friday, August 1st after they learned the proponent of Jumbo Glacier Resort, Glacier Resorts Ltd., was extending the road and building a temporary ski lift on the West Farnham Glacier.

According to the Ministry of Tourism, the construction is allowed under the tenure agreement that allows for ski training facilities on the glacier.

On Wednesday the protestors held a celebration at the blockade after Glacier Resorts pulled their road building equipment out of the area. They said they plan on maintaining the blockade until the tenure is withdrawn from the proponent.

Mr. Bennett, who holds the portfolio for Jumbo Resort, said there is “zero” chance of that happening. “They’re going to be facing a very cold winter up there,” he said.

He added that the construction on West Farnham Glacier has nothing to do with the proposed Jumbo

Glacier Resort.

“What they’re doing doesn’t help the resort proposal at all,” he said. “It’s all about training amateur skiers.”

In a press release Glacier Resorts Ltd. said it is disappointed with Wildsight for blockading the road into the glacier.

“By blockading this road, Wildsight is hindering the advancement of aspiring athletes who need to use the Farnham Glacier to train during the summer and fall,” said Grant Costello, Vice-President of Glacier Resorts.

“Parents from throughout the Kootenays have expressed their appreciation for having the opportunity to train on this world-class glacier.”

Mr. Costello was also critical of Columbia RiverRevelstoke MLA Norm MacDonald’s comments about the development on Farnham Glacier.

“Norm Macdonald’s comments prove that the he has no understanding of the Farnham Glacier operation. Instead he is trying to score cheap political points on the backs of local children and their parents.” said Mr. Costello. “I expected the MLA for the region would have done his homework in this regard. It is obvious he did not.”

Jumbo Glacier Resort has been in the works since the early 1990s when a group of investors proposed turning the Jumbo Glacier area into a year-round ski resort spanning four glaciers.

It has been the subject of a great deal of controversy due to its environmental impact.

David Thompson Secondary School DTSS Counsellors will be available for timetable changes and to register new students August 18-26th.

Please phone Mrs. Saunders at 250-342-9213, extension 110 to make an appointment starting August 18th.

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By Mike DuBois Shadybrook Resort One of the most common questions I am asked by customers is: “What is the right age for my child to learn to water ski or wakeboard?”

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There are several criteria that indicate a child is ready to try towed watersports. The child must want to try – forcing them never seems to work.

The child should be confident in the water and be a good swimmer. This allows them to focus all their effort on the new sport without worrying about being in the water.

Which activities to start with

The following activities offer a progression from easiest to most difficult.

Riding on a tube is an easy and fun activity for small children. There is no age limit here, only the child’s desire to participate. I often see two-year-olds that love riding on the tube at slow speeds with Mom or Dad. It is important to have an experienced, responsible driver when small children are riding.

With tubing, there is a fine line between fun and dangerous.

Knee boarding is a relatively easy activity that kids enjoy. It gives them the feeling of the pull on the rope and the speed over the water. They can work on their balance and get the feeling of steering the board.

Once the child is confident riding

on the tube they should be ready to try waterskiing.

Most waterski companies make small combo skis called Jr. Trainers. They are good for kids up to 60 pounds and come with a bar and a strap that hold the skis together. These are perfect for learning.

Many kids want to wakeboard before they ski.

There is nothing wrong with this, but I think it is a little bit more difficult.

If the child does not have a preference, get them on the skis first.

If they already skateboard or snowboard, they will probably find wakeboarding as easy as skiing.

Driving and coaching with kids

All the usual advice applies, but there are a few additional things to know when the rider is a child.

• If possible, have an adult in the water with the child. The adult can hold them steady, pointed at the boat and in the right position.

• The driver needs to be extra gentle pulling kids up. The kids will pop up with just the smallest amount of throttle. Accelerating too hard will cause a fall.

• Get the kids going when the water and air are the warmest. Kids seem to get cold much faster than adults. It is important that their first watersports experiences are good ones. This will keep them coming back for more.

Boating is a great family activity. Your whole family can spend quality time together. The best part is that that everyone can participate together whether they are experts or beginners.

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The Green Zone invites you to Greywolf

By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist The par 3 sixth hole at Greywolf Golf Course is called Clihanger and it’s the signature hole of the course. For several years, a competition called the Clihanger Shootout has been held in late August on this challenging little hole. Here’s how it works.

An individual golfer’s entry costs $100. There are a maximum of 48 entrants. Go to www.greywolfgolf.com/shootout to register online.

Your entry gives you three shots at a hole-in-one on Clihanger. • If you get a hole-in-one on your ďŹ rst shot, you’ll win $250,000. • If you miss on your ďŹ rst shot but get a hole-inone on your second shot, you’ll win a new Volvo. • If you miss on your second shot but get a holein-one on your third shot, you’ll win a trip for four to

Mesquite, Nevada, for three nights and three rounds of golf, including travel. • Any participant to hit the green will win a free sleeve of balls. • Other secret prizes will be awarded to participants throughout the event. •The closest to the pin will win a special prize. • Only one entry is permitted per person.

Every dime raised from the event will be donated to the Invermere Fire Department, speciďŹ cally for the purchase of a new rescue vehicle.

The rescue vehicle will be used to conduct accident rescues from Fairmont Hot Springs in the south to Spillimacheen in the north, west to Panorama and east through Kootenay National Park to the Alberta border.

If you don’t plan on participating in the event, you can still help the cause by sponsoring a ďŹ reďŹ ghter.

Here’s how that works. • To help raise money for the cause, you can support the event by donating whatever you can and sponsoring a ďŹ reďŹ ghter (or someone that the ďŹ reďŹ ghter chooses) to participate. • If the ďŹ reďŹ ghter or his/her designated player gets a hole-in-one on their ďŹ rst shot, half the winnings ($125,000) will be donated towards the rescue vehicle

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and the other half ($125,000) will be split among the ďŹ reďŹ ghter’s sponsors (based on each sponsor’s percentage of the overall donation). • If the ďŹ reďŹ ghter (or designated player) gets a hole-in-one on their second or third shots, the prize will be auctioned o, with half the proceeds donated to the rescue vehicle and the other half split among the sponsors (also on a percentage basis). • The entry fee for a sponsored ďŹ reďŹ ghter is $250.

You can sponsor all or part of that cost. Email invermereďŹ re@cyberlink.bc.ca to pledge your sponsorship support, contact a ďŹ reďŹ ghter directly or contact me.

Sunday, August 31st at 6:30 p.m. is when the shootout begins. Other activities are being held throughout the day as well.

Make the trip up to Panorama to check it out.

Of course, the other reason you want to participate is because you don’t want me to win the prize money, either!

Come on – there is still room for you to enter.

I must thank Peter Smith, Greywolf Golf Course and Intrawest for their generous support.

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August 15, 2008

Kicking Horse Coffee couple honoured

By Alex Cooper Pioneer Staff Elana Rosenfeld and Leo Johnson, founders of Kicking Horse Coffee, have been named among the top five Canadians to watch by World Vision Canada. The two were honoured by the international aid organization for their dedication to fair trade coffee. They purchase their coffee beans only from producers that meet certain environmental and labour standards set up to improve the conditions workers in the developing countries.

“It’s an honour,” said Ms. Rosenfeld. “It’s great to be recognized for it.”

Elana and Leo founded Kicking Horse Coffee in 1996. Ms. They became one of the first coffee producers in Canada to deal in fair trade coffee in 1998 and pushed their suppliers to deal only fair trade certified producers. Last year they took their sales to 100 percent fair trade certified coffee.

“It’s exciting to see how the movement has developed,” said Ms. Rosenfeld. “It’s picking up in Canada. Big companies are buying fair trade now and most people know what it is.”

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – WINDERMERE The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Rick and Heather Braund to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the designation of the subject property to accommodate a private, not-for-profit golf course. The property is located at 1211 Windermere Loop Road in the Windermere area as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2090 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 217, 2008 (Windermere / Braund)” will change the zoning designation of: • That part of District Lot 1093, Kootenay District, except (1) part included in Reference Plan 102681I and (2) parts included in Plans 6442, 7131 and 11986; and • That part of Lot 1, District Lots 2561 and 4596, Kootenay District, Plan NEP76727 from A-2, Rural Residential (Country) Zone to RES-2, Resort Recreation Zone.

The public hearing will be held at:

WINDERMERE COMMUNITY HALL 4726 North Street Windermere BC TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2008 at 7:00 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 property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250.489.0314 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services August 1, 2008

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – EDGEWATER The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Ralph Bell to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the designation of the subject property to accommodate placement of one modular home on each lot. The properties are located on Selkirk Avenue in Edgewater as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2092 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 218, 2008 (Edgewater / Bell)” will change the zoning designation of Lots 25, 26, and 27, Block 7, District Lots 353 and 7569, Kootenay District, Plan 1185 from R-2, Two Family Residential Zone to R-1 (MH) Single Family Residential – Mobile Home Zone.

The public hearing will be held at:

EDGEWATER COMMUNITY CENTRE 4818 Selkirk Avenue Edgewater BC TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2008 at 4:00 pm

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area G and Electoral Area F. If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

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

For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250.489.0314 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services August 1, 2008

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August 15, 2008

Flurry of Blizzards at Dairy Queen raises $3,894 The annual Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day held on Thursday, August 7th was a huge success, selling 1,157 Blizzards and raising a total of $3,894 for children’s hospitals across Canada, including Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary.

Michael Richards, co-owner of Dairy Queen, would like to extend a huge thank you to Panorama Mountain Village, Eagle Ranch Golf Resort, Sobeys and the staff at Dairy Queen.

Panorama purchased 75 Blizzards for the kids particiating in their Day Camp. Here Jade Sharpe, left, poses with Guest Services Manager Jill Vickers.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – RUSHMERE

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENTS – FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by David and Kathryn Broadfoot to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the designation of the subject property to accommodate a two-lot rural residential subdivision. The property is located at 4206 Coy Road in the Rushmere area as shown on the attached map.

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd. to amend the Fairmont Hot Springs Area Official Community Plan and the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendments will amend the text and designations of the OCP and Zoning Bylaw for multiple properties in the vicinity of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, Mountainside Subdivision, and Spruce Grove Resort to accommodate resort expansion. For a map of the proposed changes and more information on the proposed development contact:

Bylaw No. 2094 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 219, 2008 (Rushmere / Broadfoot)” will change the zoning designation of Lot A, District Lot 347, Kootenay District, Plan 13977 from A-1, Rural Resource Zone to SH-1, Small Holding Residential Zone.

The public hearing will be held at:

WINDERMERE COMMUNITY HALL 4726 North Street Windermere BC TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2008 at 7:00 pm

Rob Veg, RDEK Planner Phone: 250.489.0306 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335 Email: rveg@rdek.bc.ca Bylaw No. 2096 is cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Fairmont Hot Springs Area Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1734, 2004 – Amendment Bylaw No. 13, 2008 (Fairmont / Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd.).”

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

Bylaw No. 2097 is cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 220, 2008 (Fairmont / Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd.)”.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing:

The public hearing will be held at:

• 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 submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

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

For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250.489.0314 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services August 1, 2008

FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS RESORT BIRCH ROOM 5225 Fairmont Resort Road Fairmont BC THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2008 at 7:00 pm

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F, Electoral Area G, and the Village of Canal Flats.

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

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

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services August 1, 2008

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August 15, 2008

PIONEER ON THE ROAD

Clockwise, from top left: Connal and Annmarie Deagnon at the Angel of the North in Gateshead, England; Michelle Leroux and Helen Rose in Sayulita, Mexico; Marlene Chabot posing with street performers in front of Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, downtown Chicago; Livia and Nicholas Stubek in Budapest, Hungary; and Joan MacPherson of Edgewater on the boardwalk in Saint John, New Brunswick.

Their names will be entered in a draw for two tickets to a Calgary Flames game, plus a night at a Calgary hotel, courtesy of our friendly local travel agency, Travel World. The draw will be made at the end of 2008.

Please email your photos to upioneer@telus.net or drop into our oďŹƒce at 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere.

August 15, 2008

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VALLEY NEWS

Local heroes recognized by RCMP the RCMP and the community.

“Our volunteers make life so much easier for us,” Five people were Staff-Sgt. Pack said. honoured by the RCMP Sandra Traverse, LinColumbia Valley Detachda Quail and Julie Parent ment Tuesday evening at were awarded the RCMP Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

Award of Distinction.

The awards were preThese women are all dedisented by Staff-Sergeant cated employees with the Doug Pack, who said that Public Service of Canada. the valley is fortunate to Staff-Sgt. Pack said he have such dedicated peois very fortunate to have ple who should not be worked with them. taken for granted.

“When I was asked if “They are the people I was interested in being that pull us out of the fires and off the mountains and From left: Linda Quail; Steve Talsma from the Columbia Valley Search and Rescue Group; Owen LeBourdais; Bruce transferred, the first thing out of the bush,” said Staff- Marshall; and Sandra Traverse.

Photo by Cayla Gabruck I asked was: ‘Can I take my public service employSgt. Pack. “I just can’t say Franz Feldman was presented with the Detachment ees with me?’” enough about them.”

Commander’s Certifi cate of Appreciation for VolunThe Commanding Officer’s Unit Commendation Owen LeBourdais, an Invermere teacher, was awarded the Detachment Commander’s Certificate teers. Franz is a long-serving member of the ranching was presented to the Columbia Valley Search and Resof Appreciation for his thoughtfulness and humani- community and has served two terms as president of cue Group, which is made up of volunteers, for their tarianism in the face of unknown danger in order to the Rural Range Patrol. According to Staff-Sgt. Pack, dedication to duty, professionalism, training and talhe is a willing and dedicated community partner and ents, maintaining the highest traditions of service. ensure the safety of a vulnerable child.

The Canadian Corps of Commissionaires Long The incident occurred on October 21st, 2007. has assisted the RCMP on several occasions with his Service Award was presented to Eric Rasmussen.

While driving down the street, Owen recognized a spe- knowledge of the ranching community.

Bruce Marshall also received the Detachment Commissionaires provide security-related services for cial needs child walking hand-in-hand with a stranger.

Commander’s Certificate of Appreciation for Volun- federal and provincial facilities, utilities and commerHe followed them until the man led the girl into a house. Owen alerted the police and the man was later teers. Bruce has been a long-serving volunteer with the cial buildings. Their duties include patrolling, providColumbia Valley Crime Prevention and Intervention ing access control and monitoring security policies. identified and charged by the RCMP. “It’s something I think a lot of people would do,” Society and Radium Hot Springs Citizens on Patrol Eric served with the corps for 12 years and is currently Owen said. That’s why people live in a small town Program. Staff-Sgt. Pack said that his countless hours serving with the Columbia Valley Detachment as a of dedicated volunteerism have been a great asset to guard for cell block operations.

– people look after each other.”

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff

Lightning strike kills 13 cattle in Parson

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff A Parson woman was distraught when she found an orphan calf curled up with its dead mother after a herd of cattle was struck by lightning about 4:30 p.m. Saturday, August 9th.

The calf ’s mother, along with six other cows and six calves, was killed when lightning struck the group of trees they were sheltering under during a storm.

“It was devastating,” said Marika Routley. “I just stood there and cried.”

The small herd of cattle was owned by Marika

and her spouse Buddy Braisher. They have six children: Rob, 23, Caitline, 16, William, 13, Wesley, 11, Kurtis, 10 and T. J., 9.

The couple had just 50 cattle, since Buddy farms as a hobby. The 13 dead were a part of a group of 22 cattle who were grazing on a piece of rented pasture.

Their neighbour John Moore was sitting on his deck watching the storm when the lightning struck.

“He called and said: ‘Your cows got hit by lightning,’ and right then the phone cut out because of the storm,” Buddy said. “I thought he was joking.”

The two men went out to check on the cattle and found 13 were dead, although not all of the cattle were killed by the strike.

“There was one, and her head was kind of shaking and I thought that maybe it had touched her a little bit,” Buddy said.

The strike also orphaned two of the calves. The dead cattle were removed from the property the next day and buried.

Buddy, who is employed as a truck driver with OW Braisher Contracting, has been unable to work since July 11th because of a work-related accident.

He said the loss of his cattle is significant, around $10,000.

“There’s not much we can do,” Buddy said.

“There’s no insurance and there are no government programs that we know of so far.”

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www.valleysolutions.ca • valleysolutions@shaw.ca

WE ARE YOUR LOCAL CONNECTION FOR:

P.O. Box 863, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

Specializing in Custom Drapery, Blinds, Shutters & Flooring Residential & Commercial Interiors Brenda E. Werbisky, C.I.D., Interior Designer For appointment call

Phone:

(250) 342-7100 (250) 342-7103

www.diamondheatingandspas.com

INVERMERE GLASS LTD. •Auto • Home • Commercial • Mirrors • Shower Doors • 27 years glass experience

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250-688-4663 / 250 688 3473

PO Box 2683 Invermere, B.C. Canada V0A 1K0 info@wildfireprotection.ca

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385 Laurier Street, Invermere, BC Phone: PO Box 86, Athalmere, BC V0A 1A0 email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com Fax:

Proudly serving the Columbia Valley’s residents for over 5 years.

Touch for Health Techniques

Energy Balancing • Wellness Patterning • Sensitivity Indication

(Beside the Petro Canada Car Wash)

• POOLS • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • FIREPLACES • BBQ’S • HEATING • VENTILATION • AIR CONDITIONING • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL

Home Owners – reduce your threat to wildfire before wildfire season begins

Parkside Place, Invermere, BC Phone: (250) 342-2552

Complete Automotive Repairs

• Weekend Supplies • House Checking • Beverage Re-Stocking • Kitchen Re-Stocking • Clean-up • Handyman Chores • Complications • Details

Call Judy: (250) 341-1903

(403) 861-8782

brenda@soledecornmore.com

At Spring Health Foods, Saturdays

Jeff Watson

Telephone: 342-3659

Serving the Valley for over 11 years • #3, 109 Industrial Road #2, Invermere

The Driveway & Patching Specialists • Protective Coatings

DO YOU WANT YOUR DRIVEWAY PAVED? Call Now!

We also do concrete!

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Radium Plumbing & Maintenance OPEN 24-7

Specializing in hot water tanks and large variety of plumbing repairs.

We install all Home Hardware plumbing products!

NEW

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Sales and Service

Owner/Operator

Call today 250.342.1167

4846 Holland Creek Ridge Rd. Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

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Cell: (250) 688-0572

Sewer/Drain Cleaning

โ ข Complete sewer/drain repair โ ข Reasonable rates - Seniorsโ discount โ ข Speedy service - 7 days a week โ ข A well-maintained septic system should be pumped every 3-5 years โ ข Avoid costly repairs

Bruce Dehart 347-9803 or 342-5357

PURPLE TURTLE CONTRACTING LTD. Offering an affordable solution for all your dangerous tree removal, pruning and planting.

Full Liability & Insurance WCB Certified Setting the standard in professional quality service

For a free estimate call 250-422-3323

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347-9237

Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals

Serving Invermere and the Columbia Valley

AIR CONDITIONING

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#117 Industrial Rd. #2, Invermere, BC Ph: 250-342-9926 โ ข Fax 250-341-3956 e-mail: txn@telus.net

SERVING SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY Call 341-6299 to discuss your advertising needs.

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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS THANK YOU So many people to thank. Laura and the staff at Lambert Kipp.

The six paramedics who shuttled me between hospitals. The ever efficient and caring staff at the Invermere General. Dr. Theresa Ross who made all the right calls and traveled with me to Calgary. Everyone who sent kind thoughts.

Thank you all so much, Daphne Harding

CHEERS & JEERS CHEERS: to SD#6 maintenance crew. Great work on the Canal Flats playground!

CHEERS: to Peter at the Bistro, who got out of his wheel chair to retrieve a wallet and return it to the owner who didn’t realize it was missing.

CHEERS: to Greg Hackler for pulling out a “ton” of spotted knap weed from the highway right-of-way, south of Invermere.

MEMORIAM In Memory of Lillian Foyston Who passed away August 15, 2007 Lovingly Remembered by her family.

GARAGE SALE GIANT GARAGE SALE August 23rd , 8:00 am – 2:00 pm. 712 12th Ave. (Behind the Catholic Church) Something for everyone! Knights of Columbus Contact Herb Seel, 250-3426761 or Don Jones, 250-3423615. See you there! Don’t miss this one.

Yard Sale, Saturday, August 16th , 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, Sunday, August 17 th , 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Goodies galore! 930 Timbermont.

GARAGE SALE

Rd. Gigantic Yard Sale! Friday, 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 am. Everything from antiques to yarn and sewing items. Loads of arts and crafts, books, tools, something for everyone. Shuswap Band, 4846 Athalmer.

Yard Sale, August 16th , 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. 4998 Spur Rd. (pass Radium, go past Spur Valley Golf Course, turn right on Szabo Rd.) 1402 - 10A Ave, Invermere, Saturday, August 16th , 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. No early birds. We have fudge too!

STORAGE NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

CONTRACTORS: Self contained cabins by the week or month.

(250) 345-6365 Fairmont Bungalows.

Windermere, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, fully furnished home, beautiful condition, lake view, $1550/ month + utilities. Available Sept. to June, 250-342-2135.

Invermere, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 1400 sq. ft. 2 storey, located behind Sobey’s, off 10 th St. 3 yrs old, like new, full, unfinished basement, fenced patio in back, covered porch in front, fireplace, 7 appliances, single car garage, N/P, N/S, mature couple preferred. Avail. Immediately, $1350/month + util. 1 month rent DD req’d, 1 year lease.

Please call 403-547-3732 or 250-342-9362 to view.

4 bdrm, 2 bath house on 1/3 acre, centrally located in Invermere. N/S, pets negotiable, $1600/month, includes utilities, 250-342-8795.

Radium Rentals, furnished suites, $425.00, call 250-3417022.

Bright 2 bdrm, fully furnished, w/balcony, mountain views, available immediately, $1150.00 + DD, includes all utilities, shared W/D, 403-730-7691.

Invermere, 1 bdrm basement suite, $650/month, includes hydro, cable, and internet.

Available Sept. 1 st , 250-3415159.

2 bdrm suite in Invermere, bright, clean, N/S, N/P, close to schools and D/T. Fridge, stove, W/D, available Sept. 1 st , 250342-1588.

SUITE FOR RENT 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 fire-pit. $1300/month, utilities included, available immediately, 403617-7625 (day), 250-270-0508 (eve).

Newly renovated 3 bdrm house in Edgewater. 2 baths, full basement, large deck, N/P, N/S. Suitable for responsible, quiet tenants. Avail. Immediately, $1200.00 + utilities, 250-3425332.

HOUSE FOR RENT 2 cabins for rent. Self-contained, $750/month + $375 DD, all utilities included. Call Jared, 250-341-7322 (Radium).

Windermere, 2/3 bdrm mobile, 5 appliances, propane heat, A/ C, N/S, N/P, references, $1050/ month + util, 403-286-1132.

Invermere, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, $1500/month, includes hydro, cable, and internet. Available Sept. 1 st , 250-341-5159.

3 bdrm, 2 bath home, Edgewater, on 2 acres. $1250/ month, references required. Call Ken Becker, 250-342-1161.

1 bdrm apartment in Radium,

Lease Space Available, 503 7th Ave. Approx. 4500 sq. ft. @ $4.00/ft. triple net. 8’ high x 9’ wide overhead doors Suitable for large item storage (boats/ cars) or showroom. Available Nov. 1, 2008. 250-342-0603 or 250-341-5845.

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.

3 bdrm, 2 story fully furnished house in Windermere, BC. Available Oct. 1, 2008 to May 31, 2009. $1600.00/month includes utilities. If interested, please contact Susan at (403) 540-6858.

COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE $600/month, utilities included, Commercial space for lease, 3300 sq. ft. High exposure and traffic, next to Home Hardware.

Build to suit. Call 341-5211.

STOP THROWING MONEY AWAY ON RENT

DD required, 250-347-6420.

FOR RENT COMMERCIAL

1.4 acre commercial compound for lease Fenced Compound

Call (250) 341-1395

Brand new five star, semidetached dwelling on Columbia Lake. 2 storey, 1800 sq ft, geothermal heating, attached garage, 5 appliances. Long-term lease, available immediately, $1700.00 plus utilities, 780446-3575, or 780-231-3986, email whiteside@netkaster.ca

CONDO/ TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo, facing golf course, furnished, swimming pool, hot tub, granite counter tops, etc. Short or long term rental, 403-861-7754.

Executive duplex in Fairmont, 5 bdrm + office, 3 bath, 5 appliances, double garage, 2 decks, N/P, N/S, $1700/month + utilities, $1700 DD. Available Aug. 1 st , 1-888-227-2024.

References required.

HOUSE FOR RENT

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 250-342-5914 or look for daily updates on www.EricRedeker.com

Exciting Rental Opportunity - Guaranteed Money!

Panorama Mountain Village wants to rent your furnished apartment, condo, or house. If you have something that you are not using from mid-November to mid-April, we want to hear from you.

Here’s what’s in it for you: • Guaranteed income • Hassle free property management.

• We select appropriate tenants, collect the rent and damage deposit, perform weekly inspections, maintain quality (do all the leg-work) • Guaranteed replacement or repair of any damage.

• We’ll return it in the same shape you left it.

• The satisfaction in knowing you’ve helped us operate your ski hill to the standards you expect.

Sit back, relax, and let us do all the work. You can rest assured that your property will be well taken care of.

If you are interested please contact Janessa Johnston for more details: (250) 341-3065 or jjohnston@intrawest.com

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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS HOUSE FOR SALE

ELEGANT WINDERMERE HOME

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, beautifully landscaped. Well and creek on treed lot.

Minutes to beach and golf. Co-ownership.

250-342-6162

E-mail: lindarod@telus.net

Own a piece of the

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August 16th–17th, 2008 CASTLEROCK ESTATES #16-2600 RIVERROCK WAY This is an end unit (South) allowing for unobstructed views of the south as well as a partial lake view out the front. 3 bdrm (1 upper/2 lower), numerous upgrades.

There is a large green space on the side of the unit.

Priced to sell!! $649,00000 Ph: 250-341-6231 • Cell: 250-688-4821 Call to view at your convenience.

Call 341-6299 to place your classified.

CONDO/ TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT

CONDO/ TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT

Beautifully furnished 1 & 2 bdrm condos available at Sable Resort in Radium. Seeking long-term tenants. Please call 888-2923332.

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 or 1403-830-2313.

Windermere Akiskinook Resort, 1 bdrm condo $800/month + util or 2 bdrm $1000/month +util. Recreation center w/pool, hot tub. N/S, N/P, avail. Sept – June, 403-2933870 or allwest@ shaw.ca.

Windermere, newly renovated, fully furnished two-storey condo for rent at Akiskinook Resort. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, loft, dining room, w/d, a/c, sauna, f/p, private deck with built-in storage.Tenant will have access to private beach and recreation centre (pool, hot tub, wireless internet, ping pong and foosball tables, exercise equipment and squash courts).

References and DD required, N/ S, N/P. Available Sept 1st , $1200 plus utilities. Pictures available via email. Call 250-345-0080 or 403-271-6053.

Radium Condo for rent, fully furnished townhouse, available Sept. 1st, short-term lease. $1200/month, 403-237-4698 or 403-240-9357 (eve).

Large 1 bdrm furnished condo in Radium. Includes linen & kitchen accessories, 2 Queen beds, large deck. Available long term, 250427-4997, 250-427-5986.

2 Invermere townhouses for rent, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, 2 fireplaces, 5 appliances, $1600.00 + utilities, N/S, N/P, available Sept. 1 st , 403-703-0930

VACATION RENTALS

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE

1 bdrm, kitchen, livingroom, bright open concept, very clean, own yard, BBQ, ½ block to beach. Weekly $600.00, nightly $100.00, 250-342-5367.

HOUSE FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSE

2004, 39’ Terry trailer Park Model. On a Titled lot in Valleys Edge Resort.

Deck and landscaping complete. Included in price is outdoor fireplace and 4 chairs, barbeque and some contents of the trailer.

Immediate Possession. $145,000.00 Phone 403828-8402

Saturday & Sunday 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm 1733 Windermere Loop Rd. 4 bdrm, walkout bungalow.

Call 250-342-9249.

2 bdrm, 1 bath mobile home, deck, wood stove, A/C, close to D/T, $48,500.00. Call 250-3429314.

Wilmer, older 3 bdrm Mobile on 3 Wilmer lots, $140,000.00 firm. Call 250-342-3109, leave message.

14’ x 70’ trailer with addition and deck on .24 acre, landscaped yard in Canal Flats, $208,000.00.

Phone 250-349-5531, cell 250341-1902.

HOUSE FOR SALE

4770 Timber Ridge Road, Timber Ridge I • Timber Ridge I with beach and boat access/ 1 block • 2,500 sq. ft. bungalow, 5 bedroom, 2 bath and sauna • 2 bedroom granny suite with private entrance • Large corner lot • 52 ft insulated workshop/garage • New everything ,kitchen, windows, roof etc • Old classic stone fireplace and pool table games room, 2 newer wood burning fireplaces New reduced price of

795,000 FSBO

$

Directions – turn into Timber Ridge I and drive till the road ends. House on Right.

Call (250) 342-2422

ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE 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.”

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.

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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

VEHICLES FOR SALE

SERVICES

SERVICES

Interested in 5 acres on the Toby Benches? Beautiful mountain views 5 minutes from D/T Invermere, 10 minutes from Panorama. Call 250-342-1186.

2 Sets of Junior Golf Clubs. 1 set Wilson, 1 set Top Flight, C/W bags, suitable for 4 year old and up, $75.00/ea. Call 250-3420617.

Counter top mini washing machine, used once, $75.00 OBO. Aluminum sail mast w/ cables, best offer. Strong RV dolly, $300.00, 250-342-6127.

Travertine marble tile, 18” x 18”, 317 sq. ft. Small claw-foot bath tub. Stone Buddha head w/base. All in one Lexmark X125 printer, Vista compatible, 250342-2052.

WANTED

1998 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Laramie, 4x4, automatic, w/ canopy, custom stereo, good tires, plus extras, excellent condition, $7800.00, 250-3476963.

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.

Heron Design & Consultation Offering full-home painting services, interior design consultation and project management. Inquiries contact Jesse @ 250-688-0061.

1998 Mustang Cobra Convertible, 27,000.00 km.

Asking $26,500.00, call 250345-6350.

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.

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.

Manure, well-aged. Will load, $100.00 per pick-up load. Phone Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

JEEP SOFT-TOP Bestop Supertop w/o door skins, black, fits TJ Wranglers 1997-2006, used for only 1 ½ years, paid $1000.00 asking $400.00, 250-341-3778.

High–back wheel chair with tray, tilt, and recline feature, $600.00. Call 250-342-2134.

Top quality Hay, Alfalfa, grass mix, round bales. Call Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

TD 14 International Cat, good shape, $6000.00. 375 Sullair compressor, $15,000.00. 150 Holman Diesel compressor, $5500.00. Call 250-427-4279, fax 250-427-7653.

Awesome pool table, National, cues and more, $1000.00.

Crystal Waters Hot tub, 6 person, $600.00. Call 250-342-6162.

Truck canopy, drafting table, wooden kitchen table, Cannon printer MP730, futon, Minolta SLR w/lenses, Sony handi-cam, antique dresser, bamboo blind, 250-347-9086.

Table saw w/one HP motor, 36”x24”cast iron table, complete w/guides and spare blades, $150.00. Pull golf cart. Treadmill w/all bells and whistles, like new, 250-342-0624.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

supply We We supply part parts service andand service FORFOR ALL MOST MAKES of: OF: • MAKES snowmobiles • motorcycles • snowmobiles • quads • motorcycles • quads

Wanted, 12’ aluminum boat with or without motor. Call 250342-5332.

BOATS FOR SALE 1994 Bayliner Capri Bowrider (17ft.), Mercury 120 outboard, power tilt, seats 7, well maintained w/low hrs. Trailer and other extras (tubes, tow ropes, spare tire etc.) included.

Good clean boat, $6,000.00 OBO. Call Chris 403-613-4890, Fairmont.

Fiberglass Formula 18. Cadillac of Kayaks, 3 hatches/skeg. $2200.00. Tracks beautifully.

Wilderness Tsunami Duralite, $1700. Both Kayaks come equipped with everything needed incl. carriers! 403-6689813 (Invermere) Sail Boat, 16’ Hobie Cat, racing version, in top condition, complete w/trailer. Located on Lake Windermere, $3700.00 OBO, 403-921-8221.

VEHICLES FOR SALE 1979 Volvo, black, 4 door, auto, 264 GLE, 2.7 L, 80,292 km, priced to sell. Call 250-342-9636.

1994 Dodge Intrepid, 235,528 km, runs good, $2300.00. Call 250-341-1019.

1996 green Mercury Sable station wagon, $3500.00. Good, reliable car, 250-347-6420.

2000 Chevy Cavalier under 160,000 km, 2 door, stereo, winter tires, A/C, $4700.00, 250347-6837.

2002 white Ford Explorer, leather seats, CD player, V6 engine, extra set winter tires, $10,000 OBO, 250-341-1228.

2003 Toyota Camry SE, loaded, power windows, mirrors, locks, steering, a/c, dual airbag, cruise control, stereo, cd player, keyless entry, 5 sp, manual, all season and winter tires, excellent condition, great gas mileage, $13,450.00, 250-342-2553.

2003 Ford F150 ½ ton Super Crew, Lariat. Loaded, asking $18,500.00, call 250-345-6350.

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.

1992 Wilderness 5th wheel, 19’ excellent condition, light and easy to pull, hitch included, $5350.00, 250-345-2128 or 250-342-1093.

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.

Top Secret Construction for all your building and renovation innovations. Serving the Columbia Valley since 2006. Call Jesse @ 250-688-0061.

Handyman Connection, for all your home needs, exterior painting, carpentry and yard work! Clean your house with a power wash. Call 250-342-1437 (cell).

CHILD CARE Two responsible mothers teaming up to provide you with spectacular child care! Please contact Ashley or Darlene at 250-341-3230.

CAREERS Store Clerks needed. Must be enthusiastic and enjoy people. $13/hour, store discounts and advancement opportunities.

Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada.

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1996 Chevy Corsica, 4 door, automatic, well-maintained, great on gas, only 90,000 km!

Comes with new winter tires, $4,000.00 OBO, 250-341-5919.

Serving Invermere and the Columbia Valley

AIR CONDITIONING Sales and Service Call today 250.342.1167

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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS CAREERS

CAREERS

CAREERS

CAREERS

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.

Assistant Manager - Valley Fitness Centre, P/T - 30 hrs week. Positive, customer service oriented individual, with strong communication and organizational skills. Strong work ethic and conscientious. Wage DOE. Great work environment and free membership!

Email application to helen@ shapeupinvermere.com

Pool/Spa Service and MaintenanceTechnician required by a large established local business. A full time position is available for a friendly, responsible, self-motivated individual with a professional appearance. Preference will be made for a candidate with knowledge of pool/spa maintenance/repair; however training will be provided to the right applicant. Must have a valid BC Driver’s License. Please send resume with references to Diamond Heating and Spas, fax: 250-342-7103, mail to Box 86, Athalmer, BC, V0A 1A0, email: info@diamondheatingandspas. com.

Mercer & Company is looking for an organized, energetic, people oriented, pro-active individual that possesses professionalism & creative flair for a dynamic fast paced creative work environment. A background in the design field would be an asset. Please send resumes to Box 100, Invermere, V0A 1K0.

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.

Strand’s Old House Restaurant looking for P/T evening & weekends bartender and P/T evening & weekends kitchen help. Apply in person, Tony Wood.

Housekeeper required. Fulltime, part-time at Fairmont Bungalows. Call 250-345-6365, fax 250-345-6348, or email bungalows@shaw.ca Helna’s Stube is looking for permanent part/time evening kitchen help. We offer benefits & bonus. Please call 250-3470047 or send resume to mail@ helnas.com

ACCOUNTANT

Residential and Commercial Cleaners wanted. Flexible hours.

Call Donna, 250-341-5889.

Helna’s Stube is looking for year around part-time evening server. Receive benefits & bonus. Please call 250-3470047 or send resume to mail@ helnas.com

Call 250-342-6299 to place your classified ad.

Accounts Payable Clerk

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.

Property management company in Invermere, BC is seeking an accounts payable clerk. The position requires experience in all aspects of accounts payable, with preference given to applicants with experience in the preparation of nancial statements.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Please send resume with salary expectations to: LPeppard@mountaincreek.ca or fax to 250-342-2029 or mail to Box 249, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0.

Please send resume with salary expectations to: LPeppard@mountaincreek.ca or fax to 250-342-2029 or mail to Box 249, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0.

Mountain Creek Properties Ltd.

Mountain Creek Properties Ltd.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 We have an opening for a

(ROCKY MOUNTAIN)

RECEPTIONIST/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAM

at our busy public accounting office in Invermere.

School District No. 6 (Rocky Mt.) requires host families in Invermere to accommodate international students from Korea and Germany 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.

Formal training and/or related experience would be a definite asset for this position. The ideal candidate is outgoing, has excellent communication skills and has a working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

Please submit your resumé in confidence to Gordon Green, C.A. SMITH GREEN ANDRUSCHUK LLP Chartered Accountants Box 460, 1229 – 7th Avenue, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 (250) 342-9271

HOMESTAYS NEEDED

Remuneration of $600 per student per month is paid.

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.

East Kootenay Addiction Services Society Youth Addiction Counsellor Position type: Permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) Location: Invermere, BC Job Summary: Youth Addiction Counsellor provides screening, assessment, treatment planning and individual, group and family counselling to youth affected by substance misuse. The Youth Addiction Counsellor also participates in the planning and delivering of youth treatment programs in the East Kootenay area; develops and delivers educational and prevention programs to youth, families, schools and other community groups; and provides outreach services to youth in non-traditional settings.

Qualifications: • Bachelors Degree in an appropriate discipline suitable for addictions work within the health care field • Experience and training working with individuals, groups, families, and high risk youth • Experience and training working with youth with concurrent disorder issues.

Salary: Commensurate with HEABC Paramedical Agreement, Social Worker I, Grid Level 8 Submit letter of application and resumé to: Dean Nicholson, Administrator East Kootenay Addiction Services Society 202, 1617 Baker Street Cranbrook, BC V1C 1B4 Fax: (250) 489-4344 Email: dnicholson@ekass.com Closing Date: August 22nd, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Only those short listed will receive a reply.

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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS YOUTH OUTREACH WORKER

We have an opening for a

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Northstar Hardware

at our busy public accounting office in Invermere.

Formal training, an accounting designation (or enrollment in a recognized program) and/or public accounting experience would be a definite asset for this position.

Full-time Self-motivated In-store Help

Please submit your resumé in confidence to Gordon Green, C.A. SMITH GREEN ANDRUSCHUK LLP Chartered Accountants Box 460, 1229 – 7th Avenue, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 (250) 342-9271

Competitive wages, benefit plan, submit resumes in person 410 - Borden St.

342-6226

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is now accepting applications for the position of:

ROOM ATTENDANTS LAUNDRY ATTENDANTS

RK Heliski is currently accepting applications for

Full-time Seasonal Front Desk Clerk

Full-time and part-time day shift positions are available.

No experience is necessary.

Fairmont Hot Springs offers a competitive salary and benet package with access to all resort amenities.

November 2008 – April 2009 Season Successful candidates must be, Fluent in German and English, Minimum 2 years experience in Ski Industry Related Customer Service, Microsoft XP, Excellent Organizational and Multi-tasking skills, Merchandising and Accounting experience an asset. Starting @ $11.00/ hr.

Interested? Please contact: David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004

Application process and deadline: Submit a resumé and cover letter to Pat Cope, Executive Director, Family Resource Centre, Box 2289, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0, by 4:00 p.m., September 2nd, 2008.

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

Employment Opportunity

Fax resumes to 250-342-3466 or email laura@rkheliski.com

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Duties: Provide a community- based program of outreach, education for healthy life choices, counselling to at-risk youth between 13 and 18 years of age, and parent-teen mediation.

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We Work At Play!

N E W S PA P E R

Stone Creek Resorts, an established real estate developer and golf course operator, is looking to further bolster its resort operations team. We are seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. Stone Creek’s resorts – SilverTip Resort in Canmore, Alberta and Eagle Ranch Resort in Invermere, BC - include world-class golf courses, rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest, and highly sought after recreational real estate in Western Canada’s hottest markets.

has an immediate opening for an experienced

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

Food & Beverage – Servers We are seeking individuals with any level of experience to join our team to enable us to work toward fulfilling the vision of a 5-star dining experience. Motivated, self-starters with a cheerful attitude are key elements of our Service Beyond™ culture. A calm and professional demeanor will inspire those around you to consistently provide an exceptional guest experience. Full and part time positions are available on a year round basis.

Enjoying the resort experience for yourself will help you better serve our guests, and for this very reason golf privileges are an added benefit for all employees of Stone Creek Properties!

Please send your resumé to: Eagle Ranch Golf Course

RR #3, M-2, C-11 Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 Email: ercareers@eagleranchresort.com Fax: 250-342-2563 If you would like to view this employment opportunity as well as the position description online please visit www.eagleranchresort.com

The Columbia Valley Pioneer

I

PROJECT ASSISTANT

f you love making lists, we have a job for you. We need someone who is extremely detailed-oriented, has an eagle eye for spotting mistakes and likes nothing better than bringing order out of chaos.

You will support our six-person team in various ways, including editorial, advertising, graphic design and office management. You will also deal with the public and communicate with our valued advertisers in our expanding business, which includes our award-winning weekly newspaper plus our glossy tourist guides and magazines.

The key requirements for this position are organizational skills, accuracy, a sense of humour and an ability to work under pressure. Any combination of education and experience will be considered. Please read our paper online at www.columbiavalleypioneer.com before applying to: Elinor Florence, Publisher Columbia Valley Pioneer Box 868 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 www.columbiavalleypioneer.com Tel: (250) 341-6299 Fax: (250) 341-6229

Panorama Mountain Village is recruiting for;

Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic – Successful candidate will be responsible for repair and maintenance of trucks, snow cats, snowmobiles, ATV’s and heavy equipment required to operate a ski resort.

– Must have expertise in the following areas: hydraulics, electrical over hydraulics, gas and diesel engine systems, drive train, welding, fuel systems, air systems, and schematic drawings.

– Ideal candidate will have 2 years experience with snow cat maintenance.

Rooms Division Manager - Successful candidate will have a background in managing and supervising front desk and housekeeping staff.

- Must have good public relations skills. Strong organizational skills, time management, and very good attention to detail are basic requirements.

- Patience, nurturing, and understanding of personnel is critical.

Fitz Flooring Ltd. is a company about people - people working together to provide our customers with outstanding service, advice and assistance.

G N RI

I H E R ’ E W

Fitz Flooring, Invermere, is seeking a dynamic individual to join the sales and warehouse team.

The ideal candidate should be physically fit, have a background in sales and have an ability to manage clients needs.

Please forward Please forwardyour yourresumes resumes don@fitzflooring.com or hr@fitzflooring.com by fax fax attention attentionHR HR 250-342-6648 403-686-3371

To view all job openings and to apply, please visit us at www.panoramaresort.com/jobs or email nmorgan@intrawest.com Full-time opportunities offer benefits from comprehensive medical and pension plan.

Seasonal and full time positions receive reciprocal ski/mountain bike passes for resorts through British Columbia and Alberta. Additional resort privileges are also offered.

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It Was A Wild Weekend!

Clockwise from top: A paraglider soars from the top of Mount Swansea to a target far below in Lake Windermere at the 32nd annual Lakeside Event. The winners for the hang-gliders were (left to right): 3rd place:Timmy Middlemiss; 2nd place: Martin Polach; 1st place: Roger “Zeke” Laing. Paragliding winners were (right to left): 3rd place: Jean-Michael Wan; 2nd place: Penny Powers-Fanderl; 1st place: Jeff Grieve.

Bottom left: 592 people ranging in age from one to 94 years ran or walked in the the 10-kilometre, half-marathon, full marathon, and ultra-marathon at the

Rotary Club of Invermere’s eighth annual Loop the Lake. Local Lonnie Matsuno ran away with the men’s ultra-marathon, finishing in 4:43:57, 23 minutes ahead of his closest competitor. More than $20,000 was raised to fund the club’s activities.

Centre left: More than 200 mountain bikers, including Invermere resident Kevin Andruschuk, began the gruelling ascent up Panorama ski hill for the start of the 7th annual TransRockies Mountain Bike Race. The week-long race takes riders through the mountains to Fernie and attracts riders from around the world.

Photos by Alex Cooper

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August 15, 2008

Valley Churches

FAITH

The Father’s love means He is with us

By Wayne Frater Radium Christian Fellowship

Last week at Radium Christian Fellowship, during out Springs of Living Waters Healing Conference, we had the opportunity to be ministered to by Cal and Michelle Pierce and a team from the Healing Rooms of Spokane, Washington. We all had an awesome time.

During one of the sessions, Cal talked about the Father’s love. Much of what he said was a repeat or confirmation of what was said last Sunday in church.

I would like to share some of these thoughts.

I don’t think we have ever seen the love side of God the way He intended it to be.

In John 17:23, Jesus says, “and have loved them as You have loved Me.” God loves us even as He loves Jesus.

This leads me to believe that if God the Father loves us as He loves Jesus, then He is with us, as He is with Jesus. We are not alone.

Nothing in the world can be more comforting than the fact that the Father Himself, God the Creator, knows us, loves us and wants to have fellowship

with us. God wants to have constant fellowhip with us. When we do we have constant fellowhip with Him, Peter tells us in 1 Peter 5:7 to cast all, I repeat all, our cares on Him because he cares for us.

God the Father is telling us in His Word that He wants to end worry, fear and doubt in our lives. God wants us to abandon ourselves to His love and care.

How do I know? He tells me in Philippians 4:6-7, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything in prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”

God wants you to know today that you can do anything through Christ who strengthens you.

We can through Jesus Christ rise to a place where we are unafraid in the most unpleasant circumstances.

How? Because we know that God is on our side.

As Cal Pierce said, along with other things, we can at anytime through Jesus Christ go into God’s throne room, jump up on His lap and say, “Dad, I seem to be in a bit of a bind. I am going through some things. I have some fear. I am worried about my kids or my job.

Do you think you can help me out?”

We know He will. We know it is true. Why? Because He loves us.

Try it and Philippians 4:19-20 happens.

“And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Now to our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.”

Know the risk, reap the rewards.

“Serving you since 1971” MAIN STREET • INVERMERE (250) 342-6415

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship service.

Children’s Church during the message part of the service.

Pastor T. Scott Peterson • Highway 93/95, 1 km north of Windermere • 250-342-9511 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 • 250-342-6167 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.

August 17th: 11 a.m. Service at historic Galena church at Galena cemetery north of Brisco General Store. Call 250-346-3294.

Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater, Associate Pastor Linda and Mike Paradis • Prayer Centre, 4-7553-Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTERDAY 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 • 250-345-0079

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WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICANUNITED August 10th: 10:30 a.m. at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Rev. Sandy Ferguson • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-6644 www.wvsm.info or www.christchurchtrinity.com

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This six-foot aluminium cross at the top of Mount Nelson was installed by Steve Kloos and his sons Harald and Erwin in 1986 to replace a tin can that held the names of climbers. Over the years many climbers have put their names and stories inside this cross. Photo by Joe Lucas

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH August 17th: 10:30 a.m. Worship and life instruction.

“A Day in the Life of Sonshine Children’s Centre.

Summer Sunday School, pre-school to age 5, during service.

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