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A Windermere couple said they feel lucky to be alive after a close encounter with a grizzly bear last week near Banff.

Rod and Christine Turnbull, owners of Windermere Lakeside Bed and Breakfast, were hiking to Bourgeau Lake on Wednesday, September 17th, when they came face to face with a grizzly bear.

A few days earlier, the couple decided to take advantage of the gorgeous fall weather and go for a hike.

They decided on Mount Bourgeau after reading the book, Don’t Waste Your Time in the Rockies.

At 9 a.m., the couple began their hike and ran across other hikers who told them that there had been two grizzly sightings earlier that day.

Always prepared, Rod removed Rod and Christine Turnbull lived to tell the tale. the safety on his can of bear spray and the couple made sure to yell loudly Quickly, they scrambled off the side of the trail and use their whistles. and became separated.

After a few hours, they stopped for lunch on the As Christine stood in the bush, she began speakshore of Lake Bourgeau and around 3 p.m. began their ing to the bear as he lumbered past her. descent back down the mountain.

“I just kept saying, ‘Keep going, keep going,’” she They had just passed through a large meadow, said. which Rod described as a “big ball full of vibrant Instead, he stopped and looked at her. colour and grasses and different kinds of bushes.”

“At that moment, I remember thinking what a They began down the trail, which was much steepmagnificent animal he was, very beautiful and very er now and enclosed by heavy bush.

“I looked up and 40 metres ahead of me there was graceful,” Christine said.

After a short pause, the bear continued walking. a grizzly bear taking up the entire trail,” Rod said. “At the same time I saw him, he looked up and saw me. Again the bear paused momentarily, this time in front of Rod, and then continued plodding up the trail.

He was not surprised. He knew we were there.”

At this point the trail curved and the couple lost Rod whipped his bear spray out of his holster and sight of the bear. began slowly moving backwards.

“Next thing I knew he was behind me in the “It was horrifying,” he said. “He was extremely bush,” Rod said. “The scariest thing about it is that he large. The trail was wide enough that my wife and I didn’t make a sound. He was so quiet.” were walking side by side, and he took up all of it.”

The bear was about 20 metres from Rod, each By now, Christine had also seen the bear. “Just as Rod was saying to me, ‘Back up, back up,’ I saw it,” staring at the other.

“It’s amazing how calm I felt,” he said. “I had my she said. bear spray out and I just kept talking to him.”

The couple began heading back up the trail, but Suddenly and without a sound, the bear took three the bear was still approaching. “He was walking much quick jumps towards him and then stopped. faster than us,” Rod said.

“I knew we had to get off the trail,” Christine Continued on Page 26 . . . said.

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September 26, 2008

Valley NEWS

Two-man race for mayor kicks off

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Realtor Barry Brown-John intends to file his nomination papers for mayor of Invermere.

The 59-year-old businessman will stand against 26-year-old councillor Gerry Taft, who announced his candidacy in June.

“I have lived in the valley for 42 years and I have strong feelings about the district,” said Mr. BrownJohn. “Possibly it’s time for a new tone in council.”

Born in Burnaby, Mr. Brown-John moved to the Columbia Valley in 1966 after spending time here with his cousins, who lived in Kimberley.

He first lived in Edgewater, but in 1972 he bought a property on the Toby Benches where he still lives.

Mr. Brown-John was a crane operator in those early years and was very involved with local hockey.

He was the first president of the Minor Hockey Foundation during the time Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena was built. He played for the seniors’ hockey team called the Invermere Selects, until the Columbia Valley Rockies started and the Selects folded. He was the president of the Rockies and during the 1988 playoffs he provided commentary on the games.

The same year he began working at Windermere Realty, and Mr. Brown-John said his community involvement contributed to the career shift.

“Hockey was very instrumental in my getting into real estate,” he said. “My customer base originally was very local because of my hockey contacts.”

In 1991 he bought Windermere Realty, which he

ran until purchasing Rocky Mountain Realty in 1995.

He owned that business until March 2007 when it was sold to Barry Benson. Mr. Brown-John will remain as the company’s managing broker until March 2009.

Mr. Brown-John owns a development company, Rocky Mountain Land, which built Westside Park four years ago. He also consults for other developers.

“I have been in front of Invermere council, the Regional District of East Kootenay and Radium council many times before,” he said.

For five years he has been on the board of the British Columbia Real Estate Foundation, a charitable organization that has funded both the Lake Windermere Project and Invermere’s housing affordability study.

The study is one of the issues Mr. Brown-John would like to address should he be elected.

“I would like to see the housing authority make positive moves in the community,” he said. “I have connections at B.C. Housing and the Columbia Basin Trust and they both have money for alternative housing in Invermere.”

He also wishes to address Windermere’s discussions about incorporation. “For many years it has been talked about creating a large municipality around the north end of Lake Windermere,” he said.

“I would like to talk to Windermere residents and start at square one and make a mutual decision about the best way to do this.”

His position on high-density housing will come as little surprise. “I think overall the densification around downtown is practical in community building,” he said, adding that the downturn in the real es-

tate market should be taken into account. “All of this was planned in a heated economic market. We will have to stand back and see what happens for a while.”

Mr. Brown-John believes a tighter relationship with Radium will benefit the community. “I would like to see Invermere work as close to the surrounding communities as I can,” he said.

He would not be afraid to disagree with fellow council members. “I don’t mind three-two decisions, although I prefer them when I’m on the three side,” he joked. “I want to see an enthusiastic and well-informed council that can vote as they see fit.”

Current councillor Bob Campsall is supportive of Mr. Brown-John’s decision. “I think it’s always a healthy thing in a democratic society to have more than one person running for mayor,” he said.

“I’ve had my little run-ins with both Barry and Gerry over the years but I think both are fine men who would do a fine job of running our town.”

Dee Conklin, who is currently the only candidate for mayor of Radium Hot Springs, said that if she and Mr. Brown-John are both elected, there could be positive steps between the two communities.

“Barry has a strong business background and so do I. Putting two business minds together could really benefit the area. Maybe together we can start to make it work.”

However, she agreed with Mr. Campsall that either candidate would be suitable for Invermere.

“Barry may have more wisdom and age, but both men bring good things to the table,” she said.

“May the best man win!”

Council says NO to province over Lot 4616

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The District of Invermere’s council has voted unanimously not to support the exclusion of District Lot 4616 from the Agricultural Land Reserve.

During its public process, the District received 31 letters from residents opposing the exclusion.

“This request is completely inadequate to fulfilling the needs of the community,” said mayor Mark Shmigelsky. “I wouldn’t support the removal unless it underwent a full-blown planing process.”

The 138-acre Lot 4616 currently has an assessed value of $975,000 and is located on the southern edge of Invermere, between Westside Road and Castlestone Boulevard. It has been the subject of

discussion for longer than a decade.

“The history with this property actually goes back 12 years to when Lot 4616 first came up for discussion,” said councillor Bob Campsall. “We sent out feelers to the province for the land to be given to the town for recreational purposes.

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On September 20th at around 2:30 a.m., while waiting for the downtown Invermere bars to empty out, a member of the RCMP was approached by a citizen who said a man needed an ambulance.

According to the information told to police, a man had just been “punched out” in the bar. RCMP called the B.C. Ambulance to attend.

The victim of the assault was seen lying on the ground with a mouth full of blood. Witnesses stated that the suspect had punched him and then stomped on his head before fleeing the scene.

On September 20th, the RCMP was called to a report that a vehicle drove onto a resident’s lawn and got stuck.

The driver was trying to pull it out at the time of the call. RCMP arrived and saw a Jeep YJ half overturned on its side in a construction hole on 13th Avenue and 5th Avenue in Invermere.

Police spoke with a 19-year-old Invermere man who admitted he was the driver and that he was trying to find a back alley when he hit the hole.

The driver told police that he drove across the yard and ended up going down into a construction hole.

He also admitted to having a few drinks earlier that evening.

Police noted a odour of liquor on his breath and empty beer cans in the vehicle. The driver only possessed a class 7 driver’s licence. RCMP charged him for Driving Without Due Care and Attention and also issued him a 12-hour suspension for driving contrary to conditions.

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The following person pled guilty and was sentenced on Tuesday, September 23rd in Adult Criminal Court in Invermere before the Honourable Judge Ron Webb.

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Mr. Paulhus was admitted to hospital after being involved in a single motor vehicle accident in Invermere. At the hospital, he refused to give a blood sample which police requested in order to determine if there was alcohol in his system. He was fined $700 with a $100 victim surcharge and received a one-year driving prohibition.

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Invermere outlines plans for new resort funds

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The District of Invermere has grand plans for the money it will receive once Invermere is granted Resort Community Status.

At a special council meeting on Thursday, September 18th, Chief Administrative Officer Chris Prosser stated that the Resort Municipality Initiative will raise an estimated $126,000 per year.

“The best part of the scheme is that the grant money we receive will improve things for the residents, not just visitors,” said councillor Bob Campsall. “We can’t simply market the community for visitors; we have to also make the community liveable.”

Councillor Ray Brydon agreed. “It will be a great day when we start receiving these funds,” he said.

“They will give us the resources to develop and improve the facilities of not only Invermere, but also links to Panorama.”

The Resort Development Strategy was constructed over the space of a year with consultation from key stakeholders in Invermere and Panorama. Committee members included representatives from the Invermere Business Community, Panorama Mountain Resort, The Best Western Invermere Inn, Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce, the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, and the Regional District of East Kootenay.

The strategy outlines five projects that the District wishes to proceed with during the next five years.

One of the two priority projects, Kinsmen Beach, will undergo an improvement. The five-year plan proposes an improvement to beach access and maintenance, and an increase in activities and amenities. The

estimated cost will be $365,000, and $245,000 would be provided by the province.

The second priority project is an expansion of the shuttle service between Invermere and Panorama. Expected to cost $425,000 over five years, only $175,000 would be contributed by the province.

The Resort Community funding would also go towards three lesser projects, should the money stretch that far. The first is to create a public gathering space in Pothole Park, on 7th Avenue beside AG Valley Foods.

The District has already received $262,000 from the province’s Spirit Square program, so Resort Community funding would contribute just $100,000 of the estimated $600,000 cost over two years.

The final two projects involve the Columbia River Greenways Alliance collaborating with the District to create a trail system from Panorama to Invermere, and from Invermere to Radium.

Within the five-year time frame, the Resort Development Strategy envisions that the trail projects will remain within the planning stages. However, the province’s funding would provide $40,000 each for the two trail systems.

The money to fund these projects will be raised by a three-percent hotel tax kickback from the provincial government once Invermere and Panorama are deemed a Resort Community. In addition, the District of Invermere will charge an additional two-percent hotel tax on the 576 hotel rooms in the combined communities, which will go towards destination marketing programs.

The Regional District of East Kootenay approved the new tax on September 5th. Once the province approves the strategy, the new hotel tax will take effect in December.

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Still confusing to valley visitors and newcomers is the location of Athalmer, the area beside the wetlands, once a separate community but now a suburb of Invermere. Even more confusing is that there is no final “e” on Athalmer, but the word is pronounced as if it had an “e” on the end.

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By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher Anywhere in Canada, it’s rare that one mayoral candidate is less than half the age of the other one. But we now have a race for mayor in Invermere shaping up between the youthful businessman Gerry Taft, aged 26; and veteran realtor Barry Brown-John, aged 59.

I first met Gerry 10 years ago when I was teaching a journalism workshop at the high school. Gerry was considering a career in newspapers back then, based on his column in the high school newspaper called “Taft’s Shafts.” He was a very energetic, articulate and ambitious teenager. I was impressed with him then, and became even more so when he went to college, then came home and started his gelato business.

While still setting up his fledgling enterprise, the young entrepreneur with the boundless energy ran for Invermere council. Three years ago, he garnered more votes than any other candidate. Although he looks a bit hollow-eyed at times, he seems to be able to do with less sleep than the rest of us.

Barry Brown-John, on the other hand, moved to the valley before Gerry was born. He, too, has owned and operated his own business and been involved in a variety of community organizations over several decades. Having sold his real estate business, he’s got the time to devote to politics, the wisdom of experience and the desire to make changes.

Our current council is a very harmonious group, voting unanimously on almost every topic. Discussion mainly takes the form of reinforcing each other’s opinions. It wasn’t always thus – councillor Brian McLaughlin was a renegade who sparked lots of heated arguments, but he left town after losing the last mayoralty race to Mark Shmigelsky in 2005.

Whatever happens, the makeup of council will change. Gerry won’t be a councillor either way, so we are at this point one councillor short. Deadline for declaring your intention to run is October 10th. Give it some thought.

September 26, 2008

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How about a new rec centre?

Dear Editor: It is very generous of Vista Del Lago (another ‘Lakeview’ name, how original!) to give $150,000 to the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena for a welldeserved spruce-up.

Lots of hockey has been played on that ice over the years, as well as countless other activities and events that have served and shaped this town faithfully. Not a bad spot either, with a nice view of the bay (not for long).

Many in this community believe we need an upgrade to our recreational facility. A new Eddie Mountain Recreational Centre! Complete with ice, indoor pool and all the other amenities that this town deserves and would use enthusiastically.

Here’s an idea. How about selling the land the arena sits on to Stoneset, throwing in the 150 grand

and getting them to build something that will actually benefit this town? It’s right next door to the new resort. One would think that would be prime property in the eyes of our soon-to-be new resident.

Where to put the new rec centre? Anybody have any ideas? Speak now, before the new coat of paint is on and we are wishing we had done something six months ago.

I never knew Eddie Mountain personally, but I’ve heard a lot of good stories. One thing I can guess is that he wouldn’t have wanted his view blocked.

P.S. How about throwing in the curling rink on top of that and adding a few sheets in the new rec centre?

Gord Fullerton Wilmer

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September 26, 2008

Hydro workers still in hospital, recovering well

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff Two local men are in good spirits as they recover in Foothills Hospital after receiving a high-voltage shock.

Stan Perry, speaking to The Pioneer by telephone from his hospital room, said it doesn’t appear that he or coworker Curt Minard will lose any fingers or limbs despite having third-degree electrical burns on their hands.

He attributes their progress to the incredible support that they have received from their community in the Columbia Valley.

“I am moving ahead at a phenomenal rate and Curt is doing really well, too,” Stan said. “I am really looking forward to coming home.”

Stan and Curt, both experienced power line technicians employed by B.C. Hydro, were adding a primary service to the new water system in Invermere, in the parking lot of the skate park across from the high school on the afternoon of Saturday, September 13th.

According to the initial RCMP report from Staff-Sergeant Doug Pack, it looked as if contact was made with live wires while the workers were feeding a new wire adjacent to them.

The cause of the accident is still under investigation by B.C. Hydro and WorkSafe B.C. Stan said he is unable to comment on the cause.

“It was just an accident,” he said.

Two other local men, Max Helmer and Peter Pankovich, were the first on the scene after the accident. They arrived to find a B.C. Hydro company truck with its boom still halfway in the air. According to Max, the unconscious Stan Perry was slumped over in the bucket of the truck, and Curt Minard was lying on the flat deck. They administered basic first aid and stabilized the injured men until B.C. Ambulance arrived.

Stan, a resident of Radium, is a long-time employee of B.C. Hydro.

Curt, who has recently moved to Invermere from Turtleford, Saskatchewan, had only been on the job for three weeks when they were injured.

Both men are focusing on their recovery, although Stan describes it as a painful process which is going to take a lot of patience.

He said their release date is dependent on factors that are out of their control.

“If we don’t get any infection, we will be on our way and out of the hospital very soon,” he added. “We are getting really good care here in the Foothills.”

He also said the staff at the Invermere District Hospital, where the two were initially taken before being airlifted to Calgary, cared for them well, too.

“Boy, oh boy, there have sure been a lot of good people helping us out,” he said.

“We have had lots of letters and phone calls and we have had really good support from B.C. Hydro.”

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September 26, 2008

Valley family survives Hurricane Ike in Texas

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff When Deanna Krebs planned a visit to her sister in Houston, Texas, she knew it was a sensitive time of the year.

“My sister warned us it was hurricane season, but she said they were far enough inland that the storms are usually quieter by the time they got there,” Deanna said. Famous last words!

Deanna, her youngest son Blake, 8, and her mother, Donna Murray, decided to make the trip while Deanna’s husband Jamie and older son Tyson, 10, went north on a hunting trip. The Krebs live in Edgewater; Donna and her husband live in Wilmer.

On August 31st Deanna arrived in Houston and met her sister, Nicole Matthews, who moved to Texas from Calgary two years ago with her husband and two small boys.

But the two-week family reunion became a whole different adventure when Hurricane Ike made landfall at Galveston Island in the early hours of Saturday, September 13th, and continued into Houston.

The family holed up inside the house while the storm raged outside, tearing down trees and damaging the Matthews’ pool and fences.

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Deanna Krebs stands in her sister’s yard in Houston beside a fallen tree, with a copy of The Pioneer. storm – the family took a trip to Galveston Island.

Deanna said the only sign that the storm was coming was a stronger than usual wind and some large waves at the beach.

“The lifeguards definitely kept a close eye on everyone but everything seemed pretty normal,” Deanna said.

They took a stroll along Kemah Boardwalk, an amusement park built along the coast. Today, the rides are all but destroyed after Ike sent a 17-foot wall of water over the top of it. Some of the carousel’s horses were found half a mile away.

But Deanna and her family were safely back in Houston by that time. On Friday they went to bed knowing Hurricane Ike was going to hit overnight.

And it did – at about 1 a.m., Deanna said. At one point she got up and cracked open the window. “It sounded like somebody was standing right next to the house with a gravel sprayer!” she said.

The family got up at 6 a.m. when a tree in the neighbour’s yard fell, breaking the fence and ripping up the pool’s plumbing with its roots. Plugged with debris, the pool overflowed. Another tree fell onto the neighbour’s roof.

They lost power, so after the storm had passed Deanna’s brother-in-law went out to buy a generator and gas to run. Those two simple chores took nine hours because of the crowds of people. The home didn’t have power until Wednesday, September 17th.

Deanna, Donna and Blake had a return flight scheduled for the day after the hurricane, but the airport was closed until Tuesday. As they left, Deanna noticed two planes were taking off at a time – one banking to the left, the other banking to the right.

“We were definitely ready to come home,” Deanna said, “but we felt bad leaving my sister.”

At home, Deanna’s dad, her husband and older son were eagerly awaiting their return.

“They were all very happy to see us home safe,” Deanna said.“It was an amazing experience.”

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Ken Hamm returns Ken Hamm will play blues guitar at Pynelogs Cultural Centre on October 3rd, performing with author and musician Sid Marty. Tickets are $20 each at Dave’s Book Bar.

CV Arts Members Party • Pynelogs Cultural Centre Celebrating our Membership. Thursday October 9 from 7 to 10 pm.

Lorne Elliot • Christ Church Trinity

October 21 at Christ Church Trinity. Call Pynelogs for tickets at 342-4423.

Purcell Mountain Painters Art Show • Pynelogs Cultural Centre What does ART 28 – October 5. Artist Opening – October 4, 7 to 9 pm. mean to you? September Gallery Hours for this Art Show: 10 – 4 daily.

Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 342-4423.

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Music • visual arts • dining • Bar Scene • entertainment • performance ARTS

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As Run Fatboy Run opens, Dennis is in over his head. It’s his wedding day, his fiancée Libby is pregnant, and he is in the bedroom hyperventilating.

When the going gets tough, Dennis (Simon Pegg) gets going, ducking out the window and pelting away through English suburbia, while Libby (Thandie Newton) and the rest of his guests watch his rapidly-retreating form.

Fast forward five years, and Dennis spends weekends with his son Jake (Matthew Fenton) while working as a security guard, and trying to get back into Libby’s life.

Meeting Libby’s new boyfriend, Whit (Hank Azaria), jolts Dennis into realizing how miserable he is. Whit is American, wealthy, successful, popular with Jake – and he runs marathons.

Dennis asks Libby to give him a chance to prove he’s still the better man, and before he knows it he has promised to run a 26-mile marathon. Libby

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Reviewed by Sheila Bonny A Tenured Professor, a novel by famed economist John Kenneth Galbraith, is an entertaining satire on academia and the American business community.

Galbraith’s protagonist, Professor Montgomery Marvin, is a brilliant young Harvard economist with an obscure specialization in refrigeration pricing. Through private research, he devises the Index of Irrational Expectations, a model that predicts the vacillation of the stock market by analyzing the irrational euphoria of banks, business investors and real estate developers.

Marvin’s colleagues look askance when Marvin and his wife test the

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responds by pointing out that Dennis has never completed anything in his life – and with that, the race is on.

Fans of British comedy will adore Dennis’s lovable goofball – and get a kick out of appearances by The Office’s Stephen Merchant, Little Britain’s David Walliams and Black Books’ Dylan Moran.

Fans of comedy, period, will love Dennis’s dismal first tries at athleticism – and the attempts of his “coach” and “assistant coach” to get him into shape.

Run Fatboy Run is directed by David Schwimmer – yes, from Friends – but don’t let that put you off. It’s cheerful, backed by a rockin’ British soundtrack, packed with physical humour and oneliners. . . in short, a feelgood flick that won’t make you feel like you’ve been serenaded by a talking squirrel.

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model with their own savings and accumulate considerable wealth.

However, when the couple begins to invest their money to influence worthy social causes, they arouse media attention and political suspicion that threatens “the peace and comfort of (Harvard’s) ivied halls.”

With a wry sense of humour, Galbraith describes an academic community wherein a thesis least understood is accorded the greatest respect and a business climate in which to be less than optimistic is regarded as un-American.

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Music • visual arts • dining • Bar Scene • entertainment • performance ARTS Sunday, September 28th:

Out & About Please call 250-341-6299 or Email us at upioneer@telus.net to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Toby Theatre • 7:30 p.m. September 24-27: Journey To The Center Of The Earth.

• 7:30 p.m. October 1-4: Disney’s WALL-E • Closed Sundays-Tuesdays.

Friday, September 26th: • 7 p.m.: Oktoberfest Night at the Timber Inn Chalets and Restaurant in Parson. The 14th Annual Bavarian Night provides an all-you-can-eat specialty buffet for $39 per person. Dance and sing along with Bavarian musicians.

Saturday, September 27th: • Mountain Sketches Third Exhibition at the Artym Gallery. Featuring artists: Cameron Bird, Sarah Kidner, Min Ma, Denise Lemaster, Susan Woolgar. Exhibition runs 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Artists will be at their easels from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. View paintings online at: www. artymgallery.com.

• 10 a.m.: The Headbanger Trail Challenge: Enjoy a beautiful and challenging 10.8-km trail race. Starts at the Visitor Information Centre in Radium. Sponsored

by Crazy Soles Running/Yoga Store. Please register at Crazy Soles or online at: www.friendsofkootenay.ca.

Entry fee includes technical running shirt and lunch.

Registration is limited to 100 participants.

• Elvis is coming to Radium Hot Springs! Starring Larry Ray. The event is located at the Radium Seniors’ Hall.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the concert starts at 8 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased at the Prestige Hotel Gift Shop, Radium Esso and Majestic U-Brew.

• 10 a.m-3 p.m.: Work Bee at Frank’s Rink in Edgewater.

Painting, grounds clean-up, carpentry work. Free hotdog and pop for volunteers. For more information call Shawn Ottoman: 250-347-9872.

• Windermere Valley Museum closed for the season except for most Wednesdays during fall and winter from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and most Tuesdays 7-9 p.m.

• Purcell Mountain Painters Art Show at the Pynelogs Cultural Centre opens today, until Sunday, October 5th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Artist reception: Saturday, October 4th. For more information call Victoria Page: 250-342-9053 or Joan Manz: 250-342-6875.

Monday, September 29th: • September 29th-October 5th: Participate in the National Smile Cookie Program by purchasing a doublesized chocolate chip cookie from Tim Hortons. All of the cookie proceeds will be donated to the Invermere and District Hospital’s emergency department.

• 6:30 p.m.: Registration and information night for Beavers (ages 5-7), Cubs (ages 8-10) and Scouts (ages 11-14) at the J. A. Laird Gym. If unable to attend, contact Dee Connell at 250-342-9040.

• 7:30-9 p.m.: Meet and chat with Conservative candidate and Member of Parliament for KootenayColumbia Jim Abbott at Parson Community Hall.

Tuesday, September 30th: • Registration for Invermere Kyokushin Karate, at the Kicking Horse Coffee building in Invermere, for kids aged 7 to 13 years. Classes every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. For information: Doug at 250-3479048 or Jeremiah at 250-342-8862.

• Deadline for submissions to an art show opening in Golden on World Wetland Day, February 2nd, 2009 featuring the best of the Columbia Valley and the Wetlands. For information: Ellen at 250-348-2225.

• 7:30-9 p.m.: Meet and chat with Conservative candidate and Member of Parliament for KootenayColumbia Jim Abbott at Brisco Community Hall.

• Deadline today for purchasing your Early Bird Panorama season’s pass, including Adult Pass, Transferable Parent Pass, Family Plan Pass and Local Mid-Week Pass. For info: skipanorama.com or 1-866-601-7388.

Wednesday, October 1st: • 7 p.m.: The Columbia Valley Community Foundation is sponsoring a “Wills and Estate Planning” seminar at the College of the Rockies, Invermere, featuring guest speaker Marilyn Kerfoot.

Thursday, October 2nd: • 7:30 p.m.: Invermere and District Curling Club Annual General Meeting. Refreshments will be

served. For information: call 250-342-3315 or email: invermerecurling@shaw.ca.

• 8 p.m.: Bruce Cockburn will perform at Fort Steele for a Jumbo Wild Benefit concert. To order tickets or for more information visit: www.jumbowild.com.

Friday, October 3rd: • 8 p.m.: Two renowned artists will be performing together at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Ken Hamm is an award-winning blues player who is well-known in our valley and always draws a receptive crowd.

Sid Marty is an author, poet and musician. Having them together will be an experience not to be missed.

Tickets are available at Dave’s Book Bar for $20. Sid will be doing a book signing at Dave’s Book Bar between 3-4 p.m. For more information call: 250342-7108 or 250-342-5873.

Sunday, October 5th: • East Kootenay Turkey Shoot & Best Chilli Competition at the Rauch Homestead Range, five km west of Radium, hosted by Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club (www.lwdrodgun.org).

Various competitions for juniors, youths, ladies, and celebrities as well as open competitions with air rifle, .22, archery and shotguns. Format allows anyone to win. Equipment available on loan. Best of the East Kootenay chilli for lunch. For info: 250-341-3254.

Monday, October 6th: • Golf, pool and bowling leagues start at Valley Alley.

For information, call 250-342-2695.

• Sharp Install, a construction company and new temporary work agency located at 1008-8th Avenue in Invermere, will hold an open house to celebrate their grand opening. For info, call Donna 250-341-5889.

Other: • 10-11 a.m. every Monday : the Tennis Club Invermere is hosting Ladies Tennis. Intermediate and Advanced levels only. Beginners are welcome at the regular sessions on Saturdays. For more information please call Andrea Meadus at: 250-342-9082.

• Invermere Thrift Shop summer hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday until September 30th.

• 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays: Options for Sexual Health, a confidential service offering birth control methods, counselling and access to doctors at the Invermere Health Unit. For info: 250-342-2362.

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Andrew Gross with opener Tyler Hawkins Friday, October 10th

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Red Green is the title of this rusty old car painting, by Paula Cravens.

Purcell Painters show at Pynelogs Art Gallery Submitted by Purcell Mountain Painters Valley residents and visitors are invited to join members of the Purcell Mountain Painters who are hosting their first annual Autumn Art Exhibition and Pre-Christmas Sale, September 28th through October 4th at the Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

Recent works of 19 members in acrylic, oil and watercolour, will be available for sale. Co-exhibiting with the Purcell Mountain Painters are local artist and reductionist printer, June Thomson, photographer Don Kesler and the Hoodoo Quilters. The exhibition and sale will be open to the public daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Throughout the week, Purcell Mountain Painters will entertain visitors with live painting demonstrations. On Thursday, October 2nd, and Friday, October 3rd, Val McPhee will bring her creativity to this event with a workshop demonstrating and teaching in watercolour and acrylic media.

The exhibition concludes with the Columbia Valley Arts annual fall wine and cheese party on Saturday, October 4th at 7 p.m., hosted by the Purcell Mountain Painters.

Victoria Page, co-ordinator of the Purcell Mountain Painters, said: “This

is a wonderful opportunity to see just how many creative individuals live in our valley. Come join the fun.”

Please tell your friends and plan now to attend. For more information about the Autumn Art Exhibition and Pre Christmas Sale and to register for the Val McPhee workshop, please contact Victoria Page at 250-688-0220 or email her at vicpage@telus.net.

The Purcell Mountain Painters is a collaborative of more than 40 professional and amateur painters drawn from Canal Flats to Brisco. Members meet every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Invermere Seniors Hall to paint and exchange expertise in the engrossing activity of painting.

The painters regularly organize and offer workshops by recognized experts from Western Canada. Membership is open to anyone who loves art and is willing to become involved.

The Purcell Mountain Painters wish to thank their sponsors for helping make the Autumn Art Exhibition and Pre-Christmas Sale possible: Columbia Valley Arts Council, Canterbury Flowers, Hoodoo Quilters, Massie Art, June’s Originals and Mercer & Company. The group also thanks noted established artist Lynne Grillmair, who will be critiquing members’ work during the exhibition.

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Artym Gallery hosts third ‘plein air’ show Submitted by Deanna Berrington Artym Gallery It’s time for Mountain Sketches III! This weekend, at the Artym Gallery, everyone will have the opportunity to meet five established painters who will have just spent two days painting local landscapes.

With a planned stop at Marble Canyon, and several other locales on the agenda, two days of painting will culminate with an exhibit of the (very) fresh paintings at the Artym Gallery on Saturday, September 27th from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Cameron Bird, Sarah Kidner, Min Ma, Denise Lemaster and Susan Woolgar will be at the gallery with their easels out from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A very old technique, painting on location has retained immense popularity throughout the world, even being associated with several historic artistic groups, including the French Impressionists, certain Russian artists, the American Impressionists and, notably in Canada, The Group of Seven.

I asked this group of contemporary Canadian painters a few questions: What is your favourite aspect of painting en plein air?

Sarah Kidner: “. . . being outside in the landscape.

You are reacting not only to what you see, but also the sounds, smell and feel of a place.”

Min Ma: “Painting on location lets an artist paint exactly what he sees. However, the final effect of the landscape painting is dependant on how one feels at the moment. Therefore, painting on location is more relaxed and you can express yourself more freely.”

Denise Lemaster: “I enjoy the camaraderie, as painting in the studio is very solitary.”

What is the most challenging aspect?

Susan Woolgar: “The weather! Bad weather to be precise – wind is very annoying and nothing can ruin a day faster than an unexpected storm.”

Denise Lemaster painting near Paddy Ryan Lakes.

Cameron Bird: “The fact that you are dealing with scaling down an overwhelming subject. Nature throws everything at you at once, and you need to somehow get rid of the extra. As for the weather, that’s something you just have to overcome. Hide under a tree if

Mountain Sketches III Artists: • Cameron Bird • Sarah Kidner • Min Ma •Denise Lemaster •Susan Woolgar

Exhibition opening Saturday, September 27th 10am-5:30pm Artists at their easels 11-2pm View Paintings online at artymgallery.com

it’s raining!”

Do you have a story or memory about painting outside?

Denise Lemaster: “I find that whenever I have painted outside in an area, that area and the forms, smells, colours – everything about it – seems to become vividly imprinted in my memory. It could be because you concentrate so much on everything about the scene.”

Sarah Kidner: “I painted at Lake O’Hara in a full blizzard . . . and had to contend with snow mixing with the paint. People say you can paint in the rain (or snow) with oil pant as oil and water don’t mix, but the snow did make the paint very strange to handle.”

Cameron Bird: “The first time I painted on location with Keith Smith. He showed me that it is not what you paint, but how you paint that is important.

The subject doesn’t matter. It can still be a great painting, because the artist is there, it’s still you in the piece.

We went to a city park in Vancouver, and I still have the painting he did. It’s an incredible piece.”

Why do you paint en plein air? How did you get started?

Min Ma: “Painting plein air is a necessary component in an artist’s progress. It enhances the development of an artist’s abilities.”

Susan Woolgar: “I have always carried a sketchbook and done sketches on the spot. I paint outdoors because it is difficult, exhilarating and good for the soul.”

The Artym Gallery is pleased to present Mountain Sketches III, an exhibition that celebrates our mountain paradise by bringing in five painters who capture it firsthand. See the new plein air pieces and meet Cameron Bird, Sarah Kidner, Min Ma, Denise Lemaster, and Susan Woolgar at the Artym Gallery on Saturday, September 27th beginning at 10am. You can also see the show online at artymgallery.com.

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By Pioneer Staff Lace up your Blue Suede Shoes and tie up your Hound Dog because Elvis is making his Way Down to the Promised Land!

That’s right – the one and only king of rock’n’roll will be performing at Radium Hot Springs tomorrow, Saturday, September 27th.

Elvis Presley tribute artist Larry Ray will perform his catalogue of the King’s classics at Radium Seniors Hall, sponsored by Radium Rotary Sunrise.

Hailing from Calgary, Larry has been a professional singer for 14 years. He has won six Elvis competitions in the past 12 years. At the Collingwood Elvis Festival in Ontario, Larry placed eighth out of 104 international Elvis impersonators.

Larry has performed across Europe, Mexico and the United States and has made numerous television and radio appearances.

The licensed event includes a karaoke contest with a $125 first place prize. Entry to the contest is $10; register in advance by calling Sherry on 250-3425855.

Tickets cost $20 and can be bought at Majestic UBrew & Wine in Invermere, and at Radium Esso.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and Elvis enters the building at 8 p.m. The Seniors Hall is at 4863 Stanley Street, Radium.

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The municipality will be flushing its community water system the months of October and November. This program, carried out twice yearly, is necessary to maintain the quality of our water supply. There may be some short interruptions in the water service and temporary discoloration of water as a result of the sediment and organic materials that are being flushed from the water mains.

During this period, disinfection by chlorination will be continued. To assist the Public Works Department during the flushing operation, users are advised that if they are experiencing persistent discoloration or odour problems with the water, to immediately notify the Municipal Office and explain the nature of the problem.

The District apologizes for any inconveniences caused by this operation. For further information, please telephone the municipal office at 250-342-9281.

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The Rejuvenation of REJUVENATION Be a part of the brand new Fairmont Hot Springs With its bold new vision quickly unfolding, Fairmont Hot Springs – western Canada’s well-established icon of renewal and natural beauty – is enjoying a host of dramatic enhancements and additions.

Brand new mineral hot pools. A dynamic mountain village offering unique retail and culinary experiences.

An engaging cultural scene. A community trail network.

And no rejuvenation of Fairmont Hot Springs would be complete without an exciting array of new real estate choices, all wrapped up in a bold style of contemporary mountain architecture.

Discover the new Fairmont Hot Springs…and be among the first to call it home. Only 56 ridgeline homesites – our much-anticipated first release of new real estate – are now available for purchase.

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Fairmont Hot Springs Resort outlines expansion plans

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The new owners of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort have constructed grand plans for a $1-billion expansion since purchasing the property in September 2006.

Already, 28 single-home lots are for sale on the northeastern edge of the community. Another 28 will be available next year, as will four lots beside the Columbia River.

The vision for the village core will dramatically change Fairmont’s image. “The expansion is based on creating a strong, identifiable resort core with an arts and cultural backbone,” said vice-president of development Richard Haworth, “as well as hot pools and resort accommodation within the core.”

The resort has agreed to donate the land for a performing arts centre within its village centre. The Columbia Valley Arts Council, which will raise the funds for the building, will begin a cultural scan to determine the scope of the centre next month. The re-

sults are expected before spring, and Mr. Haworth said the village plans will be finalized once the arts centre’s scale is known.

The village core will include luxury hotel condominiums, a spa and wellness centre, retail outlets and restaurants. “Our aim is to create a viable mix of retail space without becoming too commercial,” he said.

“We want an artisan focus; we want to avoid chains.”

The expansion plans will be completed within 15 years. Step one is the upgrade of the hot pools.

“The goal is to have more water but smaller pools,” said Mr. Haworth. The new pools will be located west of the existing pools – down the slope toward the highway. There will be more lawn space and landscaping.

Fairmont’s ski area will be shifted, too, closer to the village core, and expanded by 700 vertical feet.

But Mr. Haworth said Fairmont Hot Springs will remain a family-oriented destination. “The aim is to keep Fairmont as a great family ski area,” he said.

Mountainside and Riverside golf courses will be improved, and Riverside will remain a walk-through course.

Expect to see a plethora of accommodation options at the revamped resort. Mr. Haworth said there will be “the full range of resort real estate,” including town homes, condominiums, a hotel, and more single family lots like those currently on offer.

The 56 single-family lots are called Mountain Side Ridge and they are reached from the end of Mountain Side Road. With 80-foot frontage, the generous-sized lots have views of the wetlands to Lake Windermere in one direction, and the town of Fairmont to Columbia Lake in the other.

Starting at $169,900, the lots come with design guidelines that Mr. Haworth describes as “Rocky Mountain ranch with a contemporary twist.” The guidelines use materials and colours found in the local area, and landscaping is kept native, allowing for small areas of lawn. Between each lot a three-metre strip will remain dedicated to the natural landscape.

A trail system is currently being built from Fairmont lodge to Cold Spring Creek. Next year, the trail will continue to Fairmont Creek, along Fairmont Drive and back to the lodge.

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CALLING ALL KIDS Features Include: • Classes for all age groups • (Grades 1 – 8) • Sacramental preparation • Small Group discussions • Q & A with the Pastor

Canadian Martyrs Roman Catholic Parish Tel: 250-342-6167

Immunizing your child is one of the most important ways to protect their health. Beginning this fall the Human Papillomavirus vaccine will be provided free to girls in Grades 6 and 9 in B.C. This is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections.

Often, it has no signs or symptoms. There are more than 100 kinds, with at least 40 that can cause genital warts and cancers such as cervical cancer. Even though your daughter may not be sexually active right now, someday she may be. Since vaccination is meant to prevent the virus, not treat or cure it, it will work best before she becomes sexually active. Vaccination is an important part of keeping her healthy, as are teaching about abstinence, safer sex, and PAP testing.

For those women who have never been infected with the virus, the vaccine has many benefits: • Protects against seven out of 10 cases of cancer of the cervix.

• Protects against nine out of 10 cases of genital warts.

• Is safe, effective and has few side effects.

The vaccine series consists of three shots in the arm which will be given over a six-month period during the school year. It is very important for your daughter to receive all three vaccines for the best possible protection. Watch for a consent to come home from school. Read the consent and if you have any questions you can contact a public health nurse or family doctor. For more information, you can also visit www. immunizebc.ca or www.bchealthguide.org/healthfiles.

Once you have signed the consent make sure that it is promptly returned to the school.

If your daughter is in grade 7 or 8, she will be offered the vaccine in the next two years when she enters grade 9. For girls in grade 10 and up or women up to 26 years of age wishing to receive the vaccine, the vaccine can be purchased through their physician or travel medicine clinic.

At this time there is no recommendation for boys and men to receive the HPV vaccine. Studies are looking at how the vaccine works in males and recommendations may change in the future.

Leave funds for charity in your will Submitted by Community Foundation If you are interested in finding out more about donating money to charitable causes, join us for a seminar on “Wills and Estate Planning” on October 1st at 7 p.m. at the College of the Rockies.

Our guest speaker is Marilyn Kerfoot, who has worked with the Vancouver Foundation structuring endowment gifts. She practiced law, worked in the trust services industry and directed a planning giving program for a major hospital foundation.

The Columbia Valley Community Foundation is a charitable organization that seeks to help

The Faith First Club Parents of Young people from Grade one to Grade eight, Canadian Martyrs parish is offering Christian Education and Sacramental Preparation for children.

Everyone is welcome.

The Faith First Club will begin early in October. Please call the Parish office to register and for times.

Located one block West of the Hospital, right across from the Lions Park in Invermere.

our community thrive. Community foundations all across Canada link donors from all walks of life with opportunities to provide long-term support to charitable causes. The Foundations pool all monetary gifts received into permanent investments called endowments. These funds generate interest which is used to support community needs. As well, the Foundation can accommodate flow-through funds.

How can valley citizens support the Columbia Valley Community Foundation? You can join the board of directors, volunteer for a special event or make a donation. For info: brhall1@telus.net.

RCIA RITE of CHRISTIAN INITIATION of ADULTS RCIA is the group faith sharing process by which an adult person may enter the Catholic Church. The main purpose of this process is not, however to convert but to inform all people what it means to be Catholic: Some may choose to become Catholic, or to renew their lapsed practice of the faith. Others may decide they are not able to accept the teaching of the Church, either is acceptable. There is no pressure either way.

October – May Weekly for about 2 hours/week First class date TBA 1 block West of the hospital in Invermere across from Lions Park.

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Fr. James McHugh.

Pastor of Canadian Martyrs Parish and St.Anthony’s Parish in Canal Flats Cost: Free Materials are provided to participants.

Space is limited so please call early to register.

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CANCER VOLUNTEER – Nan Jones, left, and Christine Turnbull, right, recently awarded a $500 post-secondary bursary to youth volunteer Becky Olsen from Radium on behalf of the Canadian Cancer Society. Becky’s little sister was diagnosed with cancer at three years old; tragically, she passed away five years later. Becky channelled her passion for the fight against cancer into

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Overcome investment anxiety In the past couple of weeks the markets have experienced some major volatility. While no one knows with certainty where the markets are headed in the future, the past week’s major volatility has been experienced in previous corrections and bear markets when the markets were at the bottom.

The Toronto stock market ended last Friday with its largest gain since after the stock market crash in 1987 (up almost 850 points) after a week of triple digit losses. Investors who hung on for the ride must be asking themselves if it’s worth staying invested. While every investor is different, the past few weeks offer a great time to review investment anxiety and how to overcome fear of volatility.

Although we don’t like to admit it, fear can often motivate our investment decisions. That’s understandable — the thought of losing even a portion of your savings can be scary.

But unfortunately, fear can distort reason and sound analysis, causing investors to ignore both risks and opportunities of investing. It can also lead to “financial paralysis” — when an investor is so afraid of making the wrong decisions, they fail to make any decisions at all.

Here are some quick tips to help overcome anxiety and fear, and allow you to take control of your investment future.

Learn about the market

One of the best ways to reduce anxiety is to brush up on your financial knowledge, and understand how the stock market works. This can be a good way to “de-mystify” the information you hear from the economic experts and stock market analysts, so you can make clear, independent investment decisions in all market conditions.

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In the same way, in-depth knowledge about the individual holdings within your portfolio can go a long way to alleviate investment anxiety. The more you know about why you’ve chosen a particular investment, how that investment works and how it fits into your overall portfolio, the better you’ll be able to stomach a market downturn.

Focus on goals

All too often, investors make rash financial decisions because they read a report or hear some news that the end of the financial world is coming. How do you stop this? By staying focused on your long-term investment goals. If you haven’t already, write some specific, reasonable financial goals for yourself, and refer to them whenever you feel anxious about your finances. It will help you focus on your goals, rather than the current crisis.

Invest regularly

Do you have a large sum to invest? Anxious about investing right before a downturn? One way to rid yourself of the anxiety is to take the market out of the equation. By investing on a regular basis, you don’t have to worry about predicting the best time to invest.

When it comes to investing, there will always be a reason to be anxious. The real challenge is to look past those reasons and stick to your long-term financial plan.

Stay focused on your financial goals, do your homework and seek out a professional opinion before you make any decisions. That’s the best way to prevent investment anxiety from wrecking your financial future.

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12,638 11,015 12,163 $109.37 $909.00 $0.9677

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September 26, 2008

Museum shut for season Submitted by Dorothy Blunden The Windermere Valley Museum will close for the season on Saturday, September 27th after a successful trial of daily openings throughout the summer.

Visitors from around the world found their way to the museum and enjoyed viewing recreational pictures and artifacts used by the pioneers in our “Valley For All Seasons� display.

Many commented about the generosity of the valley residents who have donated such prized items to the museum, and the fun of the memories brought to life in each building.

It was interesting to note however, that the art of family picnics has slowly disappeared. Younger people no longer seem to pack the salads, pies, and watermelons along with a blanket to sit upon and head for the park for an afternoon of lazing in the sun or taking part in spontaneous races and games.

Do you remember such picnics? Do you remember the company picnic, the church picnic, the large family picnic when all of the food was laid out on the tables and everyone shared . . . especially Aunt Nellie’s apple pie and the home-made ice cream that went on top? These are memories to be shared, with family or even with the museum. Take time to do it!

Summer thanks to Grace Glowicki , Janice Klarke,

Louise Frame, Joy Bond, and President Marg Christensen for making the summer successful. Special thanks to the District of Invermere and the Regional District of East Kootenay for their part in making the daily openings of the museum a reality.

Fall activities are underway – a trip to the K2 Ranch on October 15th, and a new project called Restoration Tyme.

The Columbia Basin Trust along with the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance has kindly provided a grant to the Windermere Museum to repair and restore the farm equipment gathered on the museum grounds. Dave Lewis and Arnie Funke have begun the process and if you have a hankering to bring a piece of farm machinery back to life they would welcome any assistance you might give. We have the pieces and the shed to work in! Just call Dorothy at 250-342-2005.

The museum will be open most Wednesdays during the fall and winter from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and most Tuesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you need some research time, or to bring some special guests to the museum, just call Dorothy and a time can be arranged.

To our museum members – thank you for your support. To the many non-members – come and join us. Memberships are always available ($25) and the knowledge you gain will be priceless.

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Notice of Highway Closure and Disposition The District of Invermere gives notice of its intention to close to trafc a portion of the highway known as Cartwright Street (approximately 674 m2), dedicated as highway, which is shown outlined in black on the sketch below, and to remove the dedication of that portion as highway.

The District of Invermere Road Closure Bylaw No. 1379, 2008, closing the portion of highway to trafc and removing its dedication as highway will be before Council at its regular meeting in Council Chambers at 914, 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. on Tuesday, October 28th, 2008 at 7:00 pm. Persons who consider they are affected by the bylaw will be provided an opportunity to make representations to Council at that meeting or by delivering a written submission to the Chief Administrative Ofcer by 4:30 pm on that date.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN INVERMERE? 2008 Semi-Annual Clean-Up Week October 7th, 8th, and 9th!

The municipal truck will pick up free of charge your “yard debris” (NOT tree stumps, appliances or construction material).

Trees or brush should be cut into lengths of 1.2m (4’) and bundled no larger than 150 mm (6”).

Scattered refuse, old tires, tree stumps residential garbage and construction/ renovation waste will not be picked up.

Council encourages home composting where applicable for all wastes.

Burning permits may be obtained from the municipal ofce and must be approved by Roger Ekman, the Fire Chief.

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September 26, 2008

Pioneer Briefs Project recognized by “Rotary International” Rotary International, the governing entity of approximately 32,000 Rotary Clubs around the world, which includes some 1.2 million Rotarians (volunteers) worldwide, has taken special notice to Mount Nelson Athletic Park, and awarded the project with the distinction of “An Outstanding Cooperative Project.”

Submission was made to Rotary District 5080, by the Rotary Club of Invermere. This recognizes all co-operative partners and contributors – namely School District No. 6, The District of Invermere, and The Rotary Club of Invermere, who have worked together to see this project to its completion, now in its 6th year. Imagine, the big steel shed was moved in July 2003!

Planning began when soccer coaches Steve Jackson, Bob Gadsby and Greg Anderson (the ‘dreamers’) envisioned tournaments, and community events – soccer, softball, skateboarding, biking, tennis and whatever – taking place in our little part of the valley.

Here we are with more than 100 businesses, contributing extraordinary amounts of time and money, and countless volunteer hours from individuals dedicated to making Mount Nelson Athletic Park the very best facility possible, envied by everyone, with an estimated replacement value of several million dollars!

This is truly a “Co-operative Project”, and we can be very proud of what we have accomplished. That means everyone involved, even in a small way.

Thank you to all Terry Fox Run volunteers I would just like to write to thank all the volunteers and participants in this year’s Terry Fox Run. It was a beautiful day and went well, raising $2,230 for cancer research. It couldn’t have gone off without the help of Jennifer Cope, Barrett Cowles, and Sierra King and her friends manning the water stations. As well, Angel Bristow, Lisa Bowler and Charlene Diakiw (whose help was invaluable) for looking after the registration table. Thanks to Herb Weller for coming on his day off to set up the ta-

bles and open the school for us. It was nice to see all the regulars out and a few new faces, too. We had one participant raise an exceptional $1,080 in pledges.

It was also very inspiring to see the Neal family there with Keira. Thanks to all the Columbia Valley Rockies for showing their community involvement and coming out after getting home late from their win in Creston. If you can, be sure to go out and support them.

Again thanks to all who were there.

We couldn’t do it without you.

– Terri Lightfoot, Run Organizer

Friends of the Library thank Home Hardware The Invermere Public Library and Friends of the Library thank you for our July fund-raiser at Home Hardware! We sold lots of hot dogs and books to raise awareness of the library, as well as raise funds to enhance the library’s programs and initiatives. We had lots of fun ‘serving’ our supporters, and the money raised helps in a myriad of ways.

We would also like to express our appreciation for Home Hardware’s years of dedicating the ‘outdoor barbecue’ fund raisers to not only our library but to the many other not-for-profit societies, clubs and local services (like our firefighters!) to raise their bottom line for much needed equipment and to light the June 30th sky with fireworks!

The money that has been raised over the years is an awesome contribution to the community. The purchase of supplies in Invermere also boosts our local businesses. Thank you, Home Hardware! We look forward to the 2009 barbecue season.

Recreation Society’s website now available The Columbia Valley Recreation Society now has a website for the use of all valley community sports groups. The society relies on groups and individuals to get in touch if they want to be included, according to Columbia Valley Recreation Society Project Facilitator Bob Gadsby.

If you want to include your group’s information, or find out what groups are available in the valley, please visit www.cvrec.ca.

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY

LOCAL CONSERVATION FUND NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR SCRUTINEERS On Saturday, November 15, 2008 qualified electors within the Columbia Valley (including Electoral Areas F and G, the District of Invermere, Village of Radium Hot Springs and Village of Canal Flats) will be voting on the following question: “Are you in favour of the Regional District of East Kootenay adopting Bylaw No. 2083 to: • establish the “Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund Service” within Electoral Areas F and G, the District of Invermere, Village of Radium Hot Springs, and Village of Canal Flats; and • annually requisition up to a maximum of $230,000 or the product of $0.055 per $1,000 of taxable assessed value of land and improvements, whichever is greater, to be collected by an annual parcel tax?”

Scrutineers for and against the question must be appointed IF applications are received from persons who wish to volunteer for the positions. Only persons entitled to vote as electors on the question shown above are entitled to act as scrutineers. One scrutineer for and one scrutineer against the question will be appointed for each voting place if sufficient applications are received.

Applications to act as a scrutineer will be received by the Chief Election Officer at the office of the Regional District of East Kootenay, 19 – 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC during regular office days and hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm): FROM: 9:00 am, Tuesday, September 30, 2008 TO: 4:00 pm, Friday, October 10, 2008.

Application forms are available at the RDEK offices at 19-24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC and 4956 Athalmer Road, Invermere BC. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on these matters, contact Lee-Ann Crane, Chief Election Officer or Shannon Moskal, Deputy Chief Election Officer, at 250-489-2791 or toll-free at 1-888-478-7335.

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VALLEY SPORTS

Congratulations, valley seniors!

This group of athletes represented the Columbia Valley in the recent B.C. Seniors Games in Prince George.

From left to right: Art and Joan Galbraith, who participated in carpet bowling; Ray Neratko, who won a silver and bronze medal in archery; Virginia and Bernard Gordon, who took home two golds in track (Virgina added a silver to her collection as well); Mary Smith participated in carpet bowling; Bruce Marshall brought home two silver medals in archery; and Ed Kluczny won two golds in track. Missing from photo: Marie Chasse and Phyllis Jackson, who competed in carpet bowling.

Columbia Valley Old Timers Hockey League Team

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Hockey Talk: Ghostrider win haunts Rockies

By John Helm Columbia Valley Rockies On Friday, September 19th, the Rockies opened the scoring in the second minute at the Fernie Memorial Arena against the twotime defending league champs. From there the Ghostriders scored six unanswered and took their home opener six to two. Cody Lund and Brett Bjorkman tallied for Columbia Valley. Bjorkman added an assist while Warren Leslie also had a two-point game with two assists. Fernie took over the game amassing three goals in just under four minutes in the first period.

The Rockies looked out of character with a number of turnovers in the defensive and neutral zones.

Dave McIvor and captain Scotty Traverse combined for nine points for the Ghostriders.

A better effort was needed in Invermere on

Saturday and the club didn’t disappoint. The boys one-upped the Ghostriders, jumping out to a 4-0 lead on the strength of three power play goals in the first frame. Brandon Anderson, a 16-year-old rookie from Aldergrove, had 33 saves in his first start in goal and was chosen as the game’s first star.

The Rockies showed maturity beyond their years in holding off the older Ghostriders team even after a late goal cut the lead to just one.

Columbia Valley were much better in the defensive zone on Saturday, keeping it simple especially in the third period, with Brent McQueen leading the charge. McQueen has been named the team’s road captain and he added his sixth assist of the season on Saturday.

Cody Lund opened the scoring in both games this weekend and added an assist for a two-point game in the return matchup. Pat Klatt saw his first regular season action, taking a few bumps, but showing excellent patience and vision in setting up the third Rockies power play marker by Reid Mitchell. Mitchell had a Gordie Howe hat-trick in the first period (that’s a goal, an assist and a fight) and now leads the team with 7 points. If this weekend’s

games are any indication, the Eddie Mountain Division will play host to some entertaining rivalries this season: in the two-game series there were 15 goals scored, five fights and tons of hitting.

David Sabey missed Saturday’s game with a lower body injury and is day to day. Ryan Niddery also missed the game, feeling under the weather.

Terry Helgason is still three weeks away with his broken jaw.

Chase Steele will have his cast removed this week. He’ll be back on skates shortly thereafter, and should return to game action in three weeks. Tyler Spaan was handed a three-game suspension after racking up a robust 35 penalty minutes in Friday’s game.

The Rockies head out on a three-day, threegame road trip beginning Friday, September 26th in Princeton. From there the team travels to Summerland to take out the Sting before rolling into Grand Forks to tame the Border Bruins on Sunday afternoon. Columbia Valley returns to the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Friday, October 3rd where they welcome the Kimberley Dynamiters for a key divisional game.

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September 26, 2008

Farnham blockade comes down, celebration planned Submitted by Wildsight The Farnham Creek blockade near Jumbo Glacier came down on Wednesday, September 24th.

Over the course of the eight-week blockade, friendships have been forged and the camping life has been shared by dozens of valley residents who want to see the Jumbo Valley stay wild. A celebration is planned for Saturday, September 27th.

“We have received assurances from the province that no further road or lift building will occur this season—we can go home now,” said Dave Quinn, a program manager with Wildsight.

“It’s been a bit of a haul for people, but the blockade was more of a success than we could have imagined. Not only has it strengthened the resolve of many JumboWild supporters, it has sent a strong message to Victoria, the Regional District and the resort promoters: keep the Jumbo decision local and keep Jumbo wild.”

Christy Madson, a Jumbo Creek Conservation Society spokesperson, added: “Now we know we have overwhelming community support and people will be out to a blockade to keep Jumbo wild whenever it’s required.

We’ll be back on the road if there are any more attempts to develop Jumbo this way.”

Together, Wildsight and the Jumbo Creek Conservation Society represent nearly 3,000 people. Mr. Quinn and Ms. Madson were delighted at how many of these supporters showed their commitment to JumboWild when push came to shove as heavy machinery scraped a road through the Farnham Creek alpine in early August.

They also warn that the blockade, while it has served its purpose for now, can be re-formed if need be.

“We are steadfast in our commitment to keep the Purcells wild,” Ms. Madson said, “And after this blockade experience, we know we can quickly return to Farnham—or any other valley—if new attempts at unwarranted development occur.”

Mr. Quinn added: “The blockade’s goals were simple: to halt all construction activities associated with the proposed Jumbo resort; and to galvanize the opposition to this unsustainable proposal. Well, the machines are gone.

And opposition to the resort is stronger than it’s ever been. Land use rezoning of the area, which is necessary before any resort development occurs, has not moved forward.

“Rezoning is a local decision unless the provincial government invokes an order that would take the decision out of the hands of local residents. We expect the provincial government to hold to its promise for a local decision.

“Developers can be put on notice that people will be back on the blockade if any attempts at development take place. As well, the government must realize we will hold them to their commitment for a local decision. We expect the Campbell government will keep its word about this.

“The resort promoter has not met the conditions of its environmental assessment certificate that expires next year. Like the melting glaciers in the Purcells, time is running out for this illconceived land grab. I’d say that calls for a celebration!” concluded Mr. Quinn.

Ms. Madson says the celebration will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, September 27th at the Windermere Community Hall.

“It will be a potluck. People are invited to bring an appetizer, main course, salad or dessert. In the spirit of the blockade, be self-sufficient and come with your own beverages, plates, cutlery and lawn chair if you want to eat outside.

“People make a difference. We are gratified that there are so many dedicated people involved,” she said. “We recognize the hours people put in, the hardships they endured and the costs they were willing to bear to take their places at the blockade.

“We also recognize all those who support efforts for a wild Purcells. We invite everyone to Windermere for the celebration on September 27th!”

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Monday, Sept. 29th – 6:30pm J.A. Laird Gym Activities planned for kids If unable to attend, contact: Cathy McGrath 342-3322 for information

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“The province gave us a price of $185,000 for the property and that was the value of the timber on the property,” Mr. Campsall said.

At that time, the district turned down the offer, but negotiations continued between the District of Invermere, the province and First Nations groups.

“The District of Invermere has always told the province that we would like to see a full planning process,” said councillor Gerry Taft.

“The reason the province made the application for Agricultural Land Reserve exclusion is that they are unable to fund that process, which would cost at least $180,000, until the land is out of the reserve.”

However, Mr. Taft said committee negotiations over Lot 4616 stalled because of “varying interests” between the groups.

“The District wishes to protect the land for public use, open space and park. We are realistic in the sense that we can’t expect to get the land for free. We are willing to accept some development on the land but the committee was unable to reach a compromise over an acceptable level of development,” said Mr. Taft.

“It has to be reasonable, such as a campground, a farm, or another method of economic development besides high-density zoning.

“At this point in time I don’t see how I could support the property’s removal from the ALR,” he concluded.

Council’s decision will now be forwarded to the Agricultural Land Commission, who will make a decision on the exclusion of Lot 4616, taking into account the local government’s input, the land’s agricultural value and several other criteria.

“We want to give thanks to the public who sent in letters to the province and the District,” said Mr. Shmigelsky.

“But a word of warning: this certainly isn’t over.

You should be keeping up the pressure on the government, especially in the lead-up to the provincial election,” he said.

“I couldn’t believe how fast he was,” Rod said.

“Now he was close enough I could see his nostrils flaring in and out. I kept thinking, ‘Should I or shouldn’t I use my bear spray?’”

With the bear about five metres away, Rod began looking for an escape route. By this time he was on a steep hillside overlooking the trail. He contemplated jumping off, but saw that it was about 20 metres down.

“I knew I would hurt myself if I jumped,” he said. “I had to take four steps towards him, and then slide down the hill to get back on the trail. All the while he was watching me intently and I was watching him, too.”

After joining Christine, who had already scrambled back onto the trail, the two made their way down the mountain as quickly as they could

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without running. This time around, they noticed numerous piles of bear scat and paw prints.

Finally, they reached the end of the trail and called the Banff Warden Office to report the sighting.

“After talking with the couple, we deemed the encounter serious enough to put up a bear warning,” said Steve Michel, Wildlife-Human Conflict Specialist with Banff National Park. “The couple did all the right things in terms of backing away, giving the bear as much space as possible, not running and carrying bear spray. These are all positive things that worked in their favour.”

The trail is still open to hikers in the area, but Steve recommends that hikers use extra caution.

Looking back on the experience, Rod and Christine said that it will not stop them from hiking again. “It just goes to show that if you follow the steps you can walk away from it,” Rod added.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1ST ONLY. Enjoy an incredible selection of seafood including crab legs, lobster tails, bass, smoked salmon, mussels, California rolls, stuffed trout, seafood cakes and delicious accompaniments.

This is our last theme dinner at Mountainside Clubhouse for 2008. Don’t miss this delicious event!

Call 250.345.6019.

fairmonthotsprings.com

©2008 NIGEL FINNEY

Open Houses : Local Conservation Fund 7:00 to 9:00 pm

Tuesday October 7 Canal Flats Civic Centre

Wednesday October 15 Brisco Community Hall

Wednesday October 8 Invermere Community Hall

Thursday October 16 Windermere Community Hall

Thursday October 9 Edgewater Community Hall

Tuesday October 21 Fairmont Community Hall Tuesday October 22 Radium Seniors Centre

on saturday november 15th 2008 vote yes to the local conservation fund

Local conservation funds are dedicated funds for conservation projects. The East Kootenay Conservation Program (EKCP) has proposed three themes for a Local Conservation Fund in the Columbia Valley: watershed conservation, wildlife conservation and open space conservation. Voting yes means you support an additional tax of $20 per parcel being directed to support the health of this land. It’s a small investment with a big payoff: many places in the world have already lost the ecological treasures and quality of life that we still enjoy.

September 26, 2008

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Columbia Valley Classics Show & Shine The 19th annual classic car show was held in Radium Hot Springs last weekend and a record 802 vehicles were registered. Clockwise from left: Deanna Preik and Gerry Taft dish out Gerry’s Gelati; one smooth hot rod; recovering “patient”; Lara Harrison and Russ Bischoff dressed to match their vehicle; aerial shot of the driving range; Patsy and Ivan Kachanoski’s Huckster, named Competitors’ Choice at the Western Canadian Nationals in Saskatchewan.

Photos by Sally Waddington

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pIONEER ON THE ROAD

THANK YOU! The Lorne Rowe Memorial Charity Pro-Am tournament, held on August 25, 2008, at the Fairmont Hot Springs Mountainside Golf Course, raised $12,000 for the Canadian Diabetes Association.

145 golfers participated in the tournament held in memory of Lorne Rowe who passed away last December after 22 years as Director of Golf at the Mountainside Course. Congratulations to the winning professional Jeff Murdoch (68) and to the winning team Edwin MacDonald, Glenn Findlay, Wendy Booth, Rob Martin and Brandon Kennedy.

Thanks go to our volunteers: Chris Allen, Gary Edwards, Lloyd Wilder, George Gray, Ed English, Connie and Jim Johnson, Sharron and Ed Taillieu, Rosemary MacDonell, Sue MacDonald, Duane Storcer, Bryan Armstrong, Wendy Cunningham, Karen Knight, Marlyn Desbrisay, Simone Carver, Doreen Stafford, Morley Dougall, Stella Gray, Judy Beck, Berit Maciborski, Candace Dear, and Sue Coy. Extra thanks to all the sponsors and contributors: 4 Season Bobcat A.G. Sand and Gravel Alley Art Artistic Stairs Associated Grocers Beattie Homes Breckenridge Excavating Canyon Plumbing Canyon Plumbing & Heating Chalet GM Chateau Exteriors Columbia Rafting Columbia River Properties Consolidated Gypsum Creative Doors Crestview Floors CRHBA

Decoy Landscaping DVS Drywall Dynamics Painting Dynasty Spas Ed English Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Fairmont Resort Montana Fairmont Resort Properties Fairmont Sports Physiotherapy Full Mason Enterprises Gregor Rods Greensboro Estate Homes Gurre & Co Hawaii Golf and Tennis Hi Heat Insulating Home Hardware Hoodoos Resort

Invermere Bottle Depot Kicking Horse Ford Lake Okanagan Resort Marble Ridge MDM Foundation Morrison Homes New York Fries NuWay Floor Fashions Pepsi Peter Dyson Red Eye Rentals Remax Realty Rockies West Realty Scenic Electric Shane Homes Superior Propane The Rowe Family

Toole Peet United Drywall Willowbrook Homes Willowside Farms Big Rock Brewery Sobeys Fairmont Bigway High Country Properties

This page, clockwise from top left: Georgia Meredith, Trigg Sharp, Sigrid Sharp, Jedd Sharp, Keegan Sharp, Benny Meredith, Claire Meredith, Mark Sharp and Josh Meredith at Noosa Heads in Queensland, Australia; Bob and Lorraine Campsall at the Jumbo Glacier Blockade; Anj Hawken on Highway 95 in Washington, U.S. Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Gerry and Betty Hope at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; Bob Stevenson and Jack Scott at Telus Field in Edmonton, Alberta, for the Junior AAA Baseball Championship; Deanna Krebs, Donna Murray and Blake Krebs at the Rainforest CafĂŠ on Galveston Island, Texas.

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 office at 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere.

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September 26, 2008

pIONEER ON THE ROAD

Full Season Pass Adult

Ski or ride when you want! With 120 trails and close to 3000 acres of terrain, you’ll need the whole season to ski all of Panorama.

779

Available for $779 until September 30, 2008. Regular season pricing from October 1, 2008 – from $949.

only $

Transferable Parent’s Pass

849

only $

You love to ski, but who is going to look after the kids? Mom and Dad can take turns with our Parent’s Pass. You deserve the break!

Available for $849 until September 30, 2008. Regular season pricing from October 1, 2008 – from $999.

Family Plan

Children ski for only $

249

Ski with your toddler, or tear down the slopes with your teen for less! We offer packages tailored for the needs of each and every family.

The best prices available until September 30, 2008.

Regular season pricing from October 1, 2008.

Local’s Midweek Pass

549

only $

Ski Monday through Friday right through the season. It’s your place, come up and play.

Limited time offer. Local’s Midweek Pass only available until September 30, 2008.

More details on-line. Add GST to all prices. Prices and programs are subject to change without notice.

Buy your pass today at skipanorama.com or call 1.866.601.7388

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HERE TO SERVE YOU LAMBERT-KIPP PHARMACY LTD. J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.)

Laura Kipp, Pharm D. Your Compounding Pharmacy Come in and browse our giftware

Open Monday - Saturday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere

342-6612

Excavating:

Your search for quality and dependability ends with us.

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Specialists Truck Mounted System • Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

Dean Hubman

RR3, 4874 Ridge Cres.

Invermere, BC V0A 1K3

CertiďŹ ed Technician

342-3052

X Mini Excavator X

Bobcat Services

X

Rockwalls

X

Landscaping

X

Hauling/Clean-Up

Jason Pike Owner/Operator

(250)

342-5277

4261 Stoddart Rd. Invermere, BC V0a1K5

RADIUM HOT SPRINGS ESSO Automotive Repairs 7 days a week

GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL Freight & Passenger Depot

7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

(250) 347-9726

250.341.5889

250.688.3334

“TEMPORARY WORK AGENCY�

The Columbia Valley’s Manpower Solution Centre #7 – 1008, 8th Avenue, Invermere (right next to the Pioneer)

250-342-3478

NEW AND USED ARCTIC CAT SNOWMOBILES AND ATVS REPAIRS, PARTS, SALES, WARRANTY, FINANCING

250-342-5047 1-888-357-4449

From Conception to Completion www.valleysolutions.ca • valleysolutions@shaw.ca

WE ARE YOUR LOCAL CONNECTION FOR: • Weekend Supplies • House Checking • Beverage Re-Stocking • Kitchen Re-Stocking • Clean-up • Handyman Chores • Complications • Details

Call Judy: (250) 341-1903 NEW

Sewer/Drain Cleaning

Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals • Complete sewer/drain repair • Reasonable rates - Seniors’ discount • Speedy service - 7 days a week • A well-maintained septic system should be pumped every 3-5 years • Avoid costly repairs

Bruce Dehart 347-9803 or 342-5357

• Renovation design and build • Custom home on construction ti c • Interior Designer on u tr rp. staff s n o • Site excavation co c • Traditional timber Maxime Perrin 250-688-3232 joinery

CLUB TOWING

385 Laurier Street Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

DCS Plumbing & Heating

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• Drinking Water Systems • Water Softeners • Whole House or Specialised Filtration Call (250) 342-5089

• Plumbing, Repair and Installation • Drain Lines • Hot Water Tanks 24 hour emergency service

341-8501

Senior Discount

READY MIX CONCRETE Concrete Pump • Sand & Gravel Heavy Equipment Rentals • Crane Service

Specializing in ALL types of stone!

• Residential • Commercial • Jesse Vader – Ken Johnson Call:

250.349.5564

Proudly Serving the Valley for over 50 years

For competitive prices and prompt service call:

342-3268 (plant) 342-6767 (office)

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Renovations, Decks, Wood Siding, Pergolas

Farnham Construction Enhancing your mountain setting is our specialty.

(250) 347-7746 Box 33 Edgewater BC V0E 1A0

Need Blinds?

K.B. Creations “Quality Craftmanship”

Interior World

• • • •

window fashions

4999 Eagle Brook Court • Riverside Golf Resort 250-345-9113 • Cell: 250-270-0058

Lambert

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

WINDERMERE 342-6805

Masonry Tiling Acoustics Concrete

Radium Plumbing & Maintenance OPEN 24-7

BOX 2228 BOX 459 742 - 13th STREET 7553 MAIN STREET INVERMERE, BC. RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, BC V0A 1K0 V0A 1M0 PHONE: 342-3031 PHONE: 347-9350 FAX: 342-6945 FAX: 347-6350 Email: info@invermereinsurance.com • Toll Free: 1-866-342-3031

Septic Systems Installed ~ Pumped ~ Repaired Prefab Cement Tanks Installed Water Lines Dug Installed Basements Dug

• • • •

REASONABLE RATES – ALL WORK GUARANTEED FOR FREE ESTIMATES CALL 1-250-688-2897

INSURANCE AGENCIES LTD.

SHOLINDER & MACKAY EXCAVATING Inc.

36 Years Experience

Carpenty Taping Plastering Drywalling

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

We install all Home Hardware plumbing products!

(250)

347-9237

Cell: (250) 688-0572

Quality Hand-crafted Steel • Structural Steel • Welding • Fabricating & Machining • Custom railings and ornamental iron

• Topsoil • Sand • Gravel VJ (Butch) Bishop

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

Owner/Operator

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

• Locally Owned and Operated • Guaranteed Workmanship • Free Estimates Our Specialties…

• Paving • Patching • Seal Coating • Saw Cutting • Grading • Site Prep • Road Building • Power Sweeping • Consulting • Project Management “Serving the Columbia Valley” RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL

• Driveways • Parking Lots

CALL 250-341-5895 or 1-888-342-7284

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HERE TO SERVE YOU la

t an

honest price

342-5419

hon est

• EXCAVATING ROAD BUILDING BASEMENTS LANDSCAPING • STEEP SLOPE • DUMP TRUCK • SEPTIC INSTALLATION

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Ornamental steel Hand forged home accents Welding and mobile services

COLUMBIA LAKE EXCAVATING LTD bo

Bellows Forge & Iron Works

D&D POOLS and SPAS Commercial and Residential Installation - Maintenance - Repairs Duane Huether

250-341-POOL (7665)

Darren Ross

250-341-SPAS (7727)

8931 Hwy 93/95 RR#2 Invermere, BC V0A 1K2

PHONE: 250-421-0123 or 403-975-7245 FAX-250-349-5568

poolman-911@hotmail.com

• Certified Septic Planning and Permits • Subdivision Planning and Consulting • Ecoflo Biofilter • Peatlands Community Systems

We aren’t the cheapest, JUST THE BEST!

Define Your Ground

Jordan Ukass, LAT

Landscape Architecture

4865 Floyd Road Invermere, BC V0A 1K2

250-688-0757

(250)347-6361 • fairco@shaw.ca • www.ptenv.com

Call NOW:

688-0213

• Carpets dry in about 1 hour!

• 100% guaranteed!

• Low Moisture • No Steam • No Sticky Residue • Upholstery • Area Rugs • Wood & Tile Floors • Vehicle Interiors • Free Estimates See more online at www.heavensbest.ca

Invermere Dry Cleaners Ltd. Dry Cleaning • Laundry • Alterations Repair • Bachelor Service Phone 250-688-0946 Phone: 342-6610 • 507A - 7th Ave., Invermere

Serving Invermere and the Columbia Valley

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

(403) 861-8782

brenda@soledecornmore.com

AIR CONDITIONING Sales and Service

Call today 250.342.1167

COLUMBIA VALLEY Complete Automotive Repairs

(Beside the Petro Canada Car Wash)

Phone:

342-6614 • www.autowyze.com

Hours:

Wednesday, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Thursday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 a.m.

Saturday, 8 a.m. – 4 a.m.

TAXI

250-342-5262 Serving Golden to Cranbrook, Banff and Lake Louise

The Driveway & Patching Specialists • Protective Coatings

DO YOU WANT YOUR DRIVEWAY PAVED? Call Now!

We also do concrete!

NO JOB TOO BIG, NO JOB TOO SMALL

SAVE UP TO $ 20000

While we’re working in your neighbourhood

WE DO IT RIGHT! Over 24 Yrs. Experience Owner Operated Financing Available

TOLL FREE 1-888-670-0066 Free Estimates

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Deep Connective Tissue/Fascia Bodywork Structural Balance

H E L L E R W O RK • POOLS • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • FIREPLACES • BBQ’S • HEATING • VENTILATION • AIR CONDITIONING • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL 385 Laurier Street, Invermere, BC Phone: PO Box 86, Athalmere, BC V0A 1A0 email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com Fax:

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

www.diamondheatingandspas.com

Jean-Luc Cortat @ Renaissance Wellness Centre Box 185 / 505 – 7th Avenue, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 • 342-2535

Jeff Watson

Telephone: 342-3659

Serving the Valley for over 11 years • #3, 109 Industrial Road #2, Invermere P.O. Box 863, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

At Spring Health Foods, Saturdays Parkside Place, Invermere, BC Phone: (250) 342-2552

Touch for Health Techniques

Tampers ~ Skid Steer ~ Mini Hoe ~ Aerators ~ Material Handler ~ Scaffolding ~ Power Washers ~ and lots more!

(Next to the Skookum Inn)

•Auto • Home • Commercial • Mirrors • Shower Doors • 27 years glass experience

Certified Hellerwork Practitioner

FOR ALL YOUR RENTAL NEEDS!

HIGHWAY 93/95 WINDERMERE

INVERMERE GLASS LTD.

Energy Balancing • Wellness Patterning • Sensitivity Indication

relaxing • energizing massage Your Guide: Shizu E. M. Futa, TFH Level 2 touchingtranquility@yahoo.ca

Telephone (250) 342-4426

Hi - Heat

DIRTY BLINDS? Now taking bookings for cleaning and repairs!

INSULATING LTD.

(Since 1988)

Donna Hazelaar

VERTICAL, VENETIANS, AND MORE COMMERCIAL OR RESIDENTIAL

PHONE: 342-7260 FAX: 342-8358 4328

Call Doug or Cathy Cowan

TOLL FREE 1-888-650-HEAT

345-2164

TRIPLE J

Window Cleaning FULLY INSURED

FREE ESTIMATES

Jim & Donna Detta Canal Flats, BC • Ph: 250-349-7546

WWW.HIHEATINSULATING.COM

Dunlop Contracting All Your Excavating, Hauling, Landscaping Needs

Bruce Dunlop Cell: (250) 342-1793 Home: (250) 342-9081 E-mail: dunmal@telus.net

Box 75 Athalmer, BC V0A 1A0

• Machine Blown Walls & Attics • WallBar Insulation System • Friction Fit Batts • Commercial & Residential • Free Local Estimates PO BOX 323 WINDERMERE, BC V0B 2L0 EMAIL: SALES@HIHEATINSULATING.COM

Residential • Ranching Agriculture • Forestry Construction • Industrial • Marine

When Fire Threaten, Seconds Count Information Session & Demonstration of Fire Suppression Equipment presented by 403-243-9728

Saturday, September 27 from 10 am to 12 pm at the Invermere Fire Hall 4th Street… across from the Courthouse TAKE CONTROL - Make a difference! Call for more information

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

N E W S PA P E R

www.columbiavalleypioneer.com • E-mail: upioneer@telus.net

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P ioneer C lassifieds CHEERS

GARAGE SALE

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

CONDO FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR SALE

CHEERS: to the great people of Fairmont, the Meadows, Dutch Creek and Columere Park for your generous support of Paws for a Cause. You’re the best!

Many thanks, Ilona.

September 27th and 28th, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. 5117 Wilder Loop Road. Kids’ stuff, home reno items. No early birds!

Windermere home for sale, 780 sq. ft. with unattached guest bedroom, large deck, great views. Starting at $295,500.00.

Please call Cory at 250-3415267 to view.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637

Invermere, 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 1400 sq. ft. 2 storey, located behind Sobeys, off 10th Ave. 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. Oct. 1st, $1500/ month + util. 1 month rent DD req’d. Please call 403-547-3732 or 250-342-9362 to view.

2 bdrm apartment, Invermere, N/S, N/P, close to everything, partially furnished, $900/ month, includes utilities and cable. Available Oct. 1st, 250341-6287.

CHEERS: to our sponsors and everyone who volunteered their time at the Paws for a Cause walk, Sunday Sept. 14th. Your help was greatly appreciated. A huge thanks to Ilona, your help and dedication to the animals is beyond words! Candace

Beautiful, bright, basement suite in Windermere. Totally renovated, new hardwood floor, brand new exotic wood kitchen, 2 large bedrooms, W/D hookup, fireplace, large yard, shared garage, $1250.00 all inclusive.

Call Jessica, 403-473-7828.

Furnished 1 bdrm condo at Sable Resort, Radium, $875/month + util. Call Brent at 888-292-3332.

Completely renovated 2600 sq. ft. Heritage ranch house on 2.5 acres located outside of Windermere, in Elkhorn Country Estates, an exclusive private gated community, one of only 2 estates included in phase 1. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, security system, working shutters, all services underground, fully furnished, $645,000.00. Phone Elkhorn Ranch at 250-342-0617 or 250342-1268.

CHEERS: to the Columbia Valley Rockies for the fantastic hockey camp last week. Way to go! SR

MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of Mike Boburczak August 12th, 1920 – September 25th, 1996 Always in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers.

Emma, Renate, and Ilona In Memory of Jim Statham September 30th, 2007 Our family circle has been broken and a link gone from our chain.

Though we’re parted for awhile, we know we’ll see your smiling face again.

LOST & FOUND FOUND: Male Rottweiler puppy, approx. 4 months. Found on Swansea Road, Windermere, 250-342-6751.

FOUND: water ski and life jacket on Windermere Lake on Tuesday, September 16th , 250341-6080.

LOST: Scarlet Feather by Maeve Binchy. Please return to the library.

STORAGE

Secure indoor storage for vehicles and boats. Available November 1st, $100/month, 12 month minimum, 24/7 access, 250-342-0603, 250-341-5845.

COMMERCIAL for LEASE 864 sq. ft. warehouse space with loading dock, unheated, $656.25/month, includes GST. Available Sept. 1st, 2008. Call 250-342-3637.

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE. 1550 sq ft, elegant improvements, highvisibility location in Athalmer.

Available June 15th. $1,400/ month includes property taxes, heat/cooling and utilities. Call 250-342-3637 for details and to view.

Radium, 2 bdrm, $900.00 includes utilities, DD $450.00, or 4 bdrm, 2 bath basement suite, $1300.00 includes utilities, DD $650.00, or commercial space 1080 sq. ft., $1000.00. Call Donna or Verna, 250-342-6010

HOUSE FOR RENT RENT TO OWN – NO BANKS NEEDED Radium 3 bdrm, 3 bath half duplex, 6 appliances, propane fireplace, hardwood, tile, Berber carpet, floors in show home conditions. $1,623.14/month plus utilities. View photos and apply online at www. lindenproperties.com or call toll free 1-866-999-4351.

D/T Radium, small 1 bdrm cabin, utilities included, $625.00 + DD. Call 250-347-6420.

Shared accommodation 3 bdrm house for rent in Private room, personal phone line w/voicemail, full cable, all utilities, in-room high-speed internet port and laundry access. Includes access to shared computers, pool table, $550/ month + $250 DD, N/S, N/P, Invermere, 250-342-4811.

SUITE FOR RENT CONTRACTORS: Self contained cabins by the week or month.

250-345-6365 Fairmont Bungalows.

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

Fairmont. 5 appliances, N/P, N/S, $1400/month plus DD, includes utilities, 250-345-0339.

3 bdrm, 2 bath home in Windermere. Large deck, nice view, 5 appl, N/S, N/P, longterm only. Available Oct. 1st, $1325/month, includes utilities, references required, 250-3415316.

New custom 3 bdrm, 2 bath house in Radium. Loft, fireplace, double garage, beautiful kitchen. Perfect for family, $1800/month + util. Avail. Nov. 1st , 250-688-0061.

3 bdrm house, available Oct 1st, $1250.00 plus utilities, 250342-9770.

4 bdrm house in Edgewater. $700/month plus utilities. Call 250-347-7761, leave message.

Great 3 bdrm house in Columere Park, Fairmont. Avail. immediately, W/D, N/P, N/S, $1100/month + hydro. Call 250345-6155 for details.

Windermere 4 bdrm, 3 bath, beautiful condition, lake view, fully furnished, $1500/month + utilities. Available Oct 1st – June 15th , 403-289-5289.

CONDO FOR RENT 2 Bdrm, Lake Front condo, brand new, Lake Windermere Pointe, $1400/month, main floor 2 bdrm, 2 bath (ensuite/ walk-in, master bdrm), W/D, one underground parking stall, common facilities: pool, hot tub, fitness room, multi purpose room. Call Sandi 403-888-5318 or email sandirob@mac.com.

2 bdrm, 2 bath condo in Pinewood, Radium. Top floor, corner unit, fireplace. $1200/ month, includes util, avail. Oct. 1st , 403-560-5603.

Akiskinook Resort fully furnished condo, pool, hot tub, $750/month, includes cable, 403-281-3991.

Sable Ridge, 1 bdrm, fully furnished unit for rent. Top floor, panoramic views, $995/month, 403-630-7564.

Sable Ridge, 4 bdrm, very spacious top floor corner unit for rent. 2 decks, luxury furnishings, $2500/month, 403-630-7564.

900 sq. ft. 3rd floor apartment in new building. 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, 5 appliances, underground heated parking, air conditioning, hardwood, tile, carpet, soon to have pool & work-out facility. N/ S, N/P, $1000/month + hydro + DD, long-term lease, 403-2492113.

Invermere town house for rent.

3 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, 2 fireplaces, 5 appliances, $1400.00 + util, N/S, N/P. Available Nov. 1st, 403703-0930.

Fall Special! $350/week, Akiskinook Resort. 1 bdrm, fully furnished, w/deck and gas BBQ, indoor pool, hot tub, squash court. Email allwest@shaw.ca, or call 403-293-5659.

HOUSE FOR SALE Wilmer, older 3 bdrm Mobile on Wilmer lot, $140,000.00 firm. Call 250-342-3109, leave message.

OPEN HOUSE Saturday & Sunday 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm 1733 Windermere Loop Rd. 4 bdrm walkout bungalow Call 250-342-9249.

CONDO FOR SALE Affordable 2 bdrm condo in downtown Invermere. $159,900.00. Call 250-3411182.

The Peaks, Radium Hot Springs, 2 bdrm condo, 1045 sq. ft. Nicely furnished, 7 appliances. Lovely view of mountains, facing northeast side, 2nd floor – Willow building. Asking $289,900.00, 403-239-8705.

Well maintained, 1 Bdrm, centrally located behind Sobeys.

630 sq. ft. New fridge, stove, new laminate and vinyl flooring, new hot water tank, new exterior windows and doors. In suite laundry. 2nd Floor, west facing with balcony. Condo fees only $127/month. Currently rented out. Asking $148,500. Call 250345-2102.

ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE Spectacular Private Gated Acreage One of only 10 prestigious 3 + acre estatelotsinthisprivatecommunity.

On a hill with 360 degree mountain views, minutes from Windermere beach. See welist.com Invermere.

250-342-5367.

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P ioneer C lassifieds ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE Adjoining C1 lots in Tretheway Beach subdivision, Windermere.

2 @ 60’ x100’, 1 @ 105’ x 100’.

Private beach, park, playground, marina and boat stall. Will sell all or part, 250-342-7111.

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.

8 acres of hay meadow.

Beautiful mountain view with great building opportunity.

Near Wilmer, Toby Hill Road, $450,000.00. Call 250-3422802.

Resort Propeties For Sale Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Golden www.adlerdevelopment.ca 250-344-8447 billy@adlerdevelopment.ca

wanted

MISC. FOR SALE

MOTORCYCLE FOR SALE

VEHICLE FOR SALE

SERVICES

Wanted: Dodge minivan in good condition. Call 250-342-3264.

1994 Kit Companion 27’ 5th wheel, fully loaded, must go before winter, $9000.00 OBO. 1990 Nissan Maxima, $1500.00 OBO. Hoover upright vacuum, $80.00 OBO. Evenings, 250-3497532.

Honda 750 Magna, 18,000 km, $1200.00 OBO. Call 250-3423264.

2004 Nissan Murano SE, $19,900.00. Incredible value, must sell ASAP. Price slashed from $24,900.00. One owner, fully loaded, sun roof, A/C, AWD, 18” wheels. Call Ross, 250-3425247.

Hay for sale, north of Radium.

Small squares weighing 50-60 lbs. Asking $1.50/bale, 403380-6458.

VEHICLE FOR SALE

PAMPER YOURSELF SPA 250-341-6266, Invermere Open 7 days a week Full day spa-services Manicures, pedicures, waxing, facials. LED face and neck toning, body polish and wraps, massage.

Groups and couples retreat.

Arrive 45 minutes before your appointment to enjoy our soaking tub. Present this coupon to receive discount for $5.00 off spa treatment, $10.00 off spa package (one discount coupon per person) 24 hour cancellation policy. www.pamperyourselfspa. com

WANTED: 3000 sq. ft. building for storage, no utilities required.

Phone 250-342-6336.

MISC. FOR SALE Support “Rockies” Hockey. Pine, fir & poplar – dry & split. To order call 250-342-6908.

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.

Top quality Hay, Alfalfa, grass mix, round bales $140/bale. Call Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

GE washer and dryer, like new, only used 2 years, $500.00 firm.

Call 250-342-2274.

Ingilis electric clothes dryer, good condition, spare element, $100.00, 250-345-6115, Fairmont.

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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

Ingilis W/D, like new, $450.00.

Hand-crafted entertainment center, $150.00. Queen bed w/ headboard and new mattress, $150.00. 6 drawer dresser w/ mirrors, $30.00. Computer desk & file cabinet, oak, $50.00.

Tire chains for ¾ ton, $50.00.

Captains chair, oak, $30.00. Coat tree, oak, $30.00. 2 oak stools, $25.00. Dry box for pick-up, $150.00. Credenza, $150.00.

Dishes, hand-crafted chess set, many other items, offers. Call 250-347-9785 (8:00 am – 6:00 pm).

4 all-season 13” tires, $50.00 each OBO. Also one 215/60 R15 tire, $50.00 OBO, 250-3426127.

Honda 125CC, new 2008, $3500.00. Call 250-342-9552.

1978 Ford F150, runs well, good tires, new brakes, great hunting truck, $1500.00, 250-342-1653.

1983 RX7, rotary engine, solid body, spare parts, great project car, $1400.00 OBO, 250-3456401 or 250-421-4108.

1999 F150 XL, standard, 2wd, power steering, brakes, cruise, air, new tires, canopy, 403-6889813, Invermere.

2000 Ford Taurus station wagon, excellent condition, must be seen to be appreciated, 154,000 km, loaded, $4900.00 OBO. Call Leo, 250-342-3134.

BOATS FOR SALE

2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 4 dr, power steering, power brakes, air, cruise, tilt, CD, auto, 96,000 km, excellent condition, 35-40 MPG, $5500.00. Phone 250342-6873.

14’ fishing boat w/new EZ–load trailer. Includes 8 HP outboard motor, electric motor w/battery, downrigger w/waits, new comfy seats, rod holders, life jackets, oars. All in great condition, $2800.00, 250-342-7682.

2001 Buick LeSabre, 134,000 km, excellent condition, power everything, CD, large trunk space, cruise and stereo controls in steering wheel. Well cared for 2nd owner, $8500.00 OBO, 250342-4443.

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2002 Silverado 1500HD crew cab 4x4. Must sell! 160,000 km, canopy, spray-in box liner, loaded except leather, $16,300.00, 250341-5187.

2003, 1500HD Chevy Silverado quad cab, luxury, fully loaded pick-up, black on black, canopy included. Was $22,000.00, now $18,000.00 firm. Well maintained, 250-342-2686.

MOTORHOME/RV FOR SALE 1992 35’ Pace Arrow, 48,000 miles, 460, air ride, new carpet, new battery, Queen island bed, 4 awnings, hydraulic levelers, 7000 GenSet, loaded, very clean, $24,500.00, 250-342-7682.

SERVICES Phil’s Carpentry – Everything from roofs to decks, completion of basement and bathrooms.

Phone 250-341-8033 cell or 250-342-8474 home. Not on valley time.

ODD JOBS ENT HAULING Garbage, brush and construction disposal.

Mulch deliveries.

Dale Hunt @ 250-342-3569 COMPLETE BACKHOE SERVICES Large hoe pack Highly experienced operator Competitive rates TFW CONTRACTING 250-342-2686

Kirk & Karen Davis @ Krystal Klear Window Cleaning are ready to sparkle up their regular customers’ windows for the fall season.

We are also taking new clients for residential snowplowing.

250-342-0450.

CUSTOM SAWMILLING Bandsaw mill in stock old growth fir.

Delivery available.

TFW Contracting 250-342-2686

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

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September 26, 2008

P ioneer C lassifieds SERVICES

CAREERS

Are you going away for the winter? Home and property security checks for insurance purposes are available (weekly or monthly). Call Maid 2 Shine Services @ 250-341-1478 or email maid2shine@shaw.ca.

Housekeeper required. Fulltime, part-time at Fairmont Bungalows. Call 250-3456365, fax 250-345-6348, or email bungalows@shaw.ca

Piet’s Carpentry, 35 years experience. Specializing in decks and small renovations. Call 250341-8271, or email pwjansen@ telus.net Contract cleans available.

Bondable, responsible house cleaner available for all your cleaning needs. Call Jennifer at 250-347-9818.

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

Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada.

Valley Hawk Security is seeking a full-time security guard.

Basic Security Training 1&2 required. Please email resume to: valleyhawksecurity@shaw. ca or call 250-688-4295.

Helna’s Stube is looking for yearround part-time evening server.

Receive benefits & bonus. Please call 250-347-0047 or send resume to mail@helnas.com.

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.

Cribbing Carpenters and Construction Labourer required immediately for F/T or P/T. 250342-1341 or 250-688-2927.

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CAREERS 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.

WANTED: on-site handyman to coordinate project/exchange for rent. First phase to upgrade 3 – 2 bdrm cottages in remote setting near Radium. Call 780485-5166, fax 780-485-5140.

La Cabina at Prestige Inn, Radium, requires experienced servers for day or evening shift.

Drop off resumes, 250-3472350.

CAREERS

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Wanted: a reliable, creative housekeeper for approximately 6 hours/week. Friendly family home, excellent pay, 250-3422552.

Certified Faller required with minimum 4-5 years experience.

Work area is Perry Creek, Cranbrook. Fax resume to Seel Forest Products 250-347-9722 or phone 250-347-9420.

Experienced Hungarian Cook required for seasonal work in Radium, BC. $15/hour, April to October, room and board available. Call 250-347-9548 or email info@milliondollarview.ca Opportunity for hairstylist/ barber at Columbia House. Parttime, 1 – 2 days/week. Contact Laurie, 250-342-2329.

Housekeeper wanted 1 or 2 days/week, P/T, references required. Windermere. Call 250342-0617.

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AIR CONDITIONING Sales and Service Call today 250.342.1167

There’s a bun in the oven… and it could be yours!

In the matter of all things coffee, we think we do a pretty good job; however, the road to a perfect cup cannot be paved by great intentions alone. As Kicking Horse Coffee’s

Baker, Kitchen Magician and Onsite Food Guru your job will be to help us navigate that path by creating a brilliant food offering to compliment already great coffee. Your focus will be to first envision and then, consistently deliver exceptional daily baked goods and pastries, lunch items and seasonal specialties to be showcased in the Kicking Horse Café.

Your passion for great food and your devotion to quality will be what separates you from the crowd. The ideal candidate will have some formal food preparation/baking training. This is a part-time position that could lead to full time employment. #10 Bighorn Blvd., Radium Hot Springs, BC V0A 1M0

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To apply, please email your application to jobs@kickinghorsecoffee.com or fax 250-3424450. We will contact successful applicants.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAM

HOMESTAYS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY AND FOR JANUARY School District No. 6 (Rocky Mt.) requires host families in Invermere to accommodate international students from Korea and Germany starting immediately and for January 2009 for weeks, months to a full school year. Host families provide a private bedroom, three meals a day, a study area, transportation assistance, high speed internet access and a friendly supportive, caring home environment. Remuneration of $600 per student per month is paid. We need your support now!

Homes needed for students arrriving now and in January.

Homestays are required to submit a criminal records check.

If interested please contact Lori Sluth (Homestay Coordinator Invermere) at 250-346-3377.

Route Sales Representative If you’re looking for a challenging position with one of the world’s leading snack food companies, here’s your chance to join the largest sales team in Canada as a Route Sales Representative in Golden, BC and surrounding areas.

As a Route Sales Representative you’ll be responsible for managing your route inventory and guaranteeing that the customers’ shelves are fully stocked with fresh Frito Lay products. You’ll also be involved with a number of hands-on activities, including loading and unloading products from the Route Sales truck, handling carton returns for recycling, and assuring that your customers are fully satisfied.

Ultimately, your objective will be to develop and maintain your customer base through regular contact, drive sales by merchandising our world-leading snacks, build promotional displays, and make presentations to your customers.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply online at www.fritolay.ca or fax your resume to (780) 577-2174 ATTN: Human Resources

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Kootenay Rockies Regional Economic Alliance (KRREA) KRREA A is seeking a highly motivated and self-directed professional to lead and manage a growing organization that spearheads region-wide economic development initiatives designed to strengthen the region’s economic capacity, diversity and business advantage. The Executive Director position requires leadership, management, business experience and a vision to articulate and direct regional economic development. For details visit www.krrea.org.

An initial one year employment contract package will be negotiated, commensurate with experience and capabilities.

Please email your resume, three references and a cover letter by Thursday October 16th, 2008 to info@krrea.org or send by mail to: KRREA Executive Director, 110A Slater Rd NW, Cranbrook, BC V1C 5C8.

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September 26, 2008

P ioneer C lassifieds Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is now accepting applications for the position of:

SECURITY (NIGHT SHIFT) This position requires a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence and Level 1 & 2 Basic Security Guard Training (or willingness to complete the training). Experience is desirable. A criminal record check will be performed.

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities.

Interested applicants should forward their resume with references to: Christian Frye: e-mail cfrye@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or call 250.345.6022

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

LIFEGUARDS This position is responsible for ensuring the safety of guests at our natural hot pools complex. Junior and Senior Lifeguard positions are available. NLS Certification is required. Full-time or part-time.

Panorama Mountain Village, a ski resort located only 2 hrs southwest of Banff, 18 km from the town of Invermere. In the summer, an award winning golf course, epic mountain bike trails, and several other outdoor activities make Panorama a year-round destination for staff and guests from all over the world.

Full Time, Year round opportunities offer benefits from comprehensive medical and pension plans.

Seasonal & full time positions receive reciprocal ski/mountain bike passes for resorts through British Columbia and Alberta. Great resort privileges are also offered. Free staff shuttle to and from Invermere starting with our winter season.

Location: Columbia Valley Employment Centre Time: 9:00am – 4:30pm Sign up required: Please email Kathryn Nyland @ knyland@intrawest.com to reserve your interview spot.

To view job descriptions and Banff and Eastern Job Fair dates refer to our website-; www.panoramaresort.com/jobs. *please bring your resume and written references with you to the interview.

HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR Working closely with the Housekeeping Manager, this position is responsible for ensuring high quality standards in housekeeping and laundry operations.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational, supervisory, guest relations and computer skills.

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities.

Additional responsibilities include back-up housekeeping functions, acting as Housekeeping Manager in the Manager’s absence, and liaising with the Lodge front desk.

Interested applicants should forward their resume with references to:

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

David Sheedy: e-mail hr@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or call 250.345.6004

Interested? Please forward your resume with references to the attention of: David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004

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

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

POOL MANAGER

HEALTH & SAFETY COORDINATOR

This position is responsible for all aspects of management and maintenance of our hot springs pools, aquatics programming, employee supervision, guest relations and facility maintenance.

Panorama Mountain Village is hiring for the fall and winter season.

Sign up for our October job fairs starting with our Resort fair Wed. Oct. 8th, 9:00am – 4:30pm

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

The successful candidate will possess a minimum two years of post secondary education, preferably in Recreation or Leisure Management, and a minimum three years of experience in recreation or aquatics supervision. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required along with knowledge of common computer applications.

Applicants must also have solid knowledge and skills in basic facility maintenance. Experience in water park facilities is preferred, but not required.

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities.

Interested applicants should forward their resume with references to:

This vital position is responsible for: setting and enforcing Health & Safety policy and procedures; working with the Health and Safety Committee to ensure legislative compliance; coordinating First Aid training and implementation; analyzing and resolving any Health & Safety concerns within the Resort property; and acting as first responder to emergencies on site.

Qualifications for this position include: • Familiarity with all legislation pertaining to Health & Safety • Superior communication and problem solving skills • Experience in implementing a Health and Safety culture • Level 3 OFA First Aid Ticket Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities.

Interested applicants should forward their resume with references to:

David Sheedy: e-mail hr@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or call 250.345.6004

Christian Frye: e-mail cfrye@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or call 250.345.6022

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Pioneer

Classifieds Stone Creek Properties Inc. (Stone Creek Resorts) is an established real estate developer and golf course operator. It currently operates two world-class resorts, the Silvertip Resort in Canmore, Alberta and the Eagle Ranch Resort in Invermere, B.C. The Company’s mission is to create a family of world-class resort communities in Mother Nature’s most breathtaking places while maintaining the delicate balance. These resorts, starting with The Silvertip Village, will become powerful focal points, year-round meeting places, being a catalyst and a legacy of wilderness stewardship. The Stone Creek Group of Companies comprises a dynamic organization with a growth focus.

We are currently recruiting for a Site Superintendent to work with our development group at our Eagle Ranch location. The development will begin with construction of log and timber frame homes.

- Communicate with Development Team on day to day site activities - Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.

- Dispatch workers to construction sites.

- Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations.

- Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.

- Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.

- Direct and supervise workers.

- Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects.

- Review budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports.

- Maintain quality control programs.

- Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.

- Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.

Apply to careers@stonecrekresorts.com Or Fax: 403-678-1609 All applications and resumes are held confidentially. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in Stone Creek Resorts; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Advertisers, please note!

If you would like to publish an ad on the busy October 10th Thanksgiving issue, please call us at 250-341-6299.

Your booking deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, October 3rd.

Thank you from The Pioneer!

The mighty Columbia River seeps out of the ground at Canal Flats, and the new trail takes walkers to the site.

Photo by Nick Berzins

Canal Flats trail completed Submitted by Columbia River Greenways Alliance The Village of Canal Flats and the Columbia River Greenways Alliance celebrate the completion of the Source of the Columbia Greenway and the opening of the trail on B.C. Rivers Day, September 28th, 2008.

The 1 k.m. loop trail features a geo-textile fabric base, drainage pipes to maintain natural water flow and a compact gravel surface. Picnic tables provide rest areas along the way and a rustic timber-frame bridge provides excellent viewpoints of the Source of the Columbia at mid-trail.

The Columbia River is the largest river in North America emptying into the Pacific Ocean. It travels 2,000 k.m. and tumbles 820 metres through 14 dams on its way to the ocean.

The Columbia is a river of legends and incredible heritage: pathway for the explorer David Thompson; key transportation and shipping route; provider of hydroelectric power; home to an incredible diversity of wildlife and waterfowl; key link in the Pacific Flyway; and a major fishery. The Columbia is truly deserving of the name “Mighty” and “The Big River”.

The Ktunaxa Nation, who ranged within the lands adjacent to the Columbia River for more than 10,000 years, relate their history of the area in the Creation Story. The story tells of a time the Ktunaxa call the Animal World, where the Chief Animal was so large and powerful that with a sweep of his arm he blocked the Kootenay River from entering Columbia Lake.

Today, it is a mystical setting as sedge meadow and birch shrub-land give way to a spring of water, gradually gaining strength as it heads north.

The wetlands provide nesting, feeding and resting sites for herons, ospreys, eagles, and other waterfowl.

Elk and other ungulate find vital habitat here, as well as amphibians and reptiles including the Leopard

Frog, Painted Turtle and Western Boa. Coyotes, bears, beaver, muskrat and many small mammals and songbirds use this area.

The site has been designated as part of the Columbia Wetland Wildlife Management Area by the Ministry of Environment. A Wildlife Management Area is a conservation land requiring a special level of protection and management. By facilitating construction of this greenway, the Ministry has protected the area by managing access, preventing degradation of habitat and educating the public on habitat stewardship.

The Village identified the importance of trail systems in the early 2000s and committed to this within the Official Community Plan in 2005. The Village was the primary funding entity for the project, completed in 2007. The Greenways Alliance provided funding for the environmental assessment and initial trail planning as well as the interpretation signs for the site which are scheduled for installation in spring 2009.

Future expansion of the trail north to a boardwalk and viewing platform at Columbia Lake and east to Canal Flats Provincial Park are being planned.

Key participants in the project construction were the Village of Canal Flats council, administration and staff; the Ministry of Environment, Environmental Stewardship-Parks and Protected Areas; Tembec Forest Products; and Mayor Colin Cartwright (a board member of the Greenways Alliance at the time).

The Village retained contractors Darren Noble and Tim Gresiuk to build the trail.

Key funding for the project was provided by the Village; The Mark Kingsbury Foundation; BC Hydro; Tembec; Ducks Unlimited; The Columbia Basin Trust; and The Columbia Valley Community Foundation.

Robert Ferguson of Matrix Resources was retained by the Greenways Alliance to perform the Species at Risk Assessment, critical to permitting of the project.

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September 26, 2008

Valley Churches

FAITH

The clearest revelation of faith is all around us

By Fraser Coltman St. Peter’s Lutheran Mission of Invermere On the TV news this morning I saw a video clip of the latest appearance of a Jesus-like image – the semblance of his face in a watermark on a ceiling tile spotted by a woman as she was working out on an exercise bench at her gym.

A short time ago a couple claimed to see Jesus in a cheese snack. They dubbed it “Cheezus”.

Throughout the years people have claimed to have seen Jesus in visions, so this is nothing really new (though certainly these latest sightings are very trivial).

Yet many of us long to know that God is present among us, and so we look for signs. Sadly, we fail to look in the best places. The good news is that God is with us and He wants us to be sure of that. He reveals Himself to us.

When we lift up our eyes to see the mountains that surround our valley and take in all the life that fills this area, we see a sign of God’s presence. He made all of this.

The complexity of life is not the product of mere

chance, a big bang and a long process of evolution.

Only a being of great wisdom and power could make such a universe as ours.

When we read the Bible, especially the first four books of the New Testament (called Gospels), we hear the story of God’s coming among us in the person of Jesus to introduce us to God’s justice and love and to invite us to return to God as trusting children who live life alive to His presence and obedient to His will.

Jesus does at times reveal Himself to people in special ways, but He is present for all of us to meet and know, to hear and pray to, and to love and trust in the words of Scripture.

The Bible is a collection of writings inspired by God and written by people through which God makes Himself known to us. If we want to know God, the best place for us to look and listen for His voice is where He has promised to make Himself known – in His words.

Worshipping churches in our area read Scripture every time they gather for worship or study because it has been their experience that God makes Himself known to them – calling them to admit their sins, offering them forgiveness, and guiding them to live lives of justice and love – as they listen and take to heart those words.

We invite you to join us in seeing and hearing God where He has promised to be found. Join us for worship this Sunday.

Lake Windermere Alliance Church September 28th: 10:30 a.m. Celebration Sunday.

The Lord’s Supper will be served.

Sunday School, pre-school to Grade 7, during service.

For sermons online: www.sermon.net/lwac Rev. Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-9535 Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED September 28th: 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 Valley Christian Assembly Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship and Word.

Children’s Church provided during the message.

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Adult and Children’s Programs Pastor T. Scott Peterson • 4814 Highway 93/95, • 250-342-9511 • www.vcassembly.com 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 Worship service Sunday 10 a.m.

7 p.m. Evening service the first and third Sunday of the month, Brisco Community Church.

Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 • 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.

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