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The Columbia

October 24, 2008

Valley

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Serving The Upper Columbia Valley including Spillimacheen, Brisco, Edgewater, Radium, Invermere, Windermere, Fairmont and Canal Flats

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Final days of fall

3 candidate speaks

8 village overhaul Two-year-old Owen Campbell, son of Forrest and Cassy Campbell of Invermere, enjoyed one of the last warm days of autumn at Kinsmen Beach’s playground.

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October 24, 2008

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Valley NEWS

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) The Columbia River Greenways Alliance (CRGA) is pleased to invite you to our AGM to be held: Tuesday October 28th from 4 pm to 6 pm at The Visitor Centre (651 Highway 93/ 95, “Invermere Cross-Roads”) The CRGA is a local non-profit organization with a vision to link the communities from Canal Flats to Donald with a non-motorized trail network and to develop ecological restoration and education sites within this 180 km corridor.

For more information please contact: Nick Berzins, Executive Director (250) 342-5760 or visit our website www.greenways.ca

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David Thompson Secondary School Laker volleyball players Jesse Theis, left, and Callaghan Kerr, right, attempt to block a ball in the final game against the St. Martin de

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October 24, 2008

Valley NEWS Nick Berzins

Ray Brydon

Bob Campsall

Robert Harvey

Spring Hawes

Al Miller

Taoya Schaefer Fred Thode-Hamilton

Mike Thomas

Invermere candidates questioned

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Reporter In the lead-up to the municipal elections, The Pioneer is polling candidates on the issues of each community. First up is Invermere’s councillor candidates.

What professional and volunteer experience do you have that equips you for a role on council?

Nick Berzins: I’m a civil engineer who assisted in the community’s water infrastructure solution. I’ve served on the Board of Directors for the Youth Centre and the Columbia River Greenways Alliance. I’ve worked on projects including the Seniors’ Hall renovation and the greenhouse.

Ray Brydon: I am completing my first term as Invermere councillor. I have previous banking experience and owned my own business. I am a member of the Lake Windermere District Lions Club and director of the Columbia Valley Rockies hockey club.

Bob Campsall: I worked for 35 years in public education, which provided many opportunities to develop skills in leadership, decision-making and consensus-building. My volunteer activities have included coaching, working on environmental issues, and assisting with social causes.

Robert Harvey: I’ve owned my accounting firm for 18 years. I’ve held the positions of president and secretary in Kinsmen Service Clubs, been a board member of Chartered General Accountants B.C., East Kootenay Chapter, and of the local Scouts Canada group.

Spring Hawes: I run my own successful small business. I am president of the Committee for Accessibility in the Columbia Valley, involved with the Columbia Valley Transit Action Committee, and a member of the Invermere Business Committee and Chamber of Commerce.

Al Miller: I am the president of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, president of the Colum-

bia Valley Rockies, and owner of Home Hardware. I have volunteered with various community groups and charities.

Taoya Schaefer: I have lived here for 24 years and I have had a chance to engage with many people. I have worked with Wildsight and the Columbia Valley Gymnastics board. I care deeply about our community.

Fred Thode-Hamilton: I am the retired mine manager of Rabbit Lake Uranium Mine in northern Saskatchewan. I have lived in Invermere since 1990.

I served the District of Invermere for two terms as councillor from 1996 to 2002.

Mike Thomas: As an engineer with 20 years of experience I have the skills to analyze problems, review facts, engage in discussion and make informed decisions in the best interests of the community while managing competing priorities. . . . Continued on Page 14

Council causes anger over Lot 4616

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Reporter The District of Invermere has outraged members of local First Nations groups over Lot 4616.

Lot 4616 is an 138-acre land parcel located off Westside Road adjacent to CastleRock Estates. It currently has an assessed value of $975,000.

On October 15th, members of the Shuswap Band, the Akisqnuk Band and the Integrated Land Management Bureau met with District of Invermere councillors in an attempt to reconcile conflict.

Problems arose when the District of Invermere

made an unanimous decision not to support the exclusion of Lot 4616 from the Agricultural Land Reserve, without informing their First Nations counterparts.

The issue was further aggravated by a meeting several District of Invermere councillors had with Stan Hagen, Minister of Agriculture and Lands, at the annual Union of British Columbia Municipalities conference from September 23rd to 26th – a move which Akisqnuk representative Lorne Shovar labelled “underhanded and backdoor-ish.”

“I am disappointed with what Invermere has done at this meeting with the Minister without let-

ting the rest of the partnership know,” Mr. Shovar said.

Mr. Shovar said he understood that at the conference, the council representatives asked the Minister if the First Nations could be excluded from the Lot 4616 assessment process.

Councillor Gerry Taft responded, “The intent of the meeting was to express some of the concerns of our residents. We did not formally say that we wanted the process or partnership to stop.” . . . Continued on Page 28

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October 24, 2008

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Sometime overnight on October 13th, the Radium video store was broken into. RCMP were told that approximately 47 packages of cigarettes had been taken, at a value of $540. Entry was gained through a sliding window that had been repaired due to a previous break-in on October 10th. The owner had closed the store the night before and secured it. The first employee to work told police that the front door was locked and that the sliding window was shut. The break-in was not discovered until later that morning when an inventory count of the cigarettes was done.

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Unlicensed driver stopped

On October 17th at approximately 9:05 p.m., RCMP followed a 1989 Ford pickup on Athalmer Road. The officer noticed the vehicle had crossed the road line on several occasions. The officer stopped the male driver, a 34-year-old Skookumchuck resident.

The driver told the RCMP member that he had no insurance and his drivers’ licence had expired. The officer also detected an odour of liquor coming from the vehicle. The driver admitted to drinking three to four beers. Further checks revealed that the truck had been uninsured since 1996 and was subject to impound.

The driver was issued several Violation Tickets and the truck was impounded for 30 days.

Man passed out while driving

On October 18th at 12:53 a.m. RCMP were called to a possible impaired driver on Highway 93/95 south of Baltac Road. The caller said a man was “passed out” in his truck in the southbound ditch. Police arrived at 1 a.m. and observed the driver asleep in the driver’s seat.

The vehicle was still running, with the transmission in drive, and the occupant’s foot covering the accelerator.

The officer made several attempts to wake the driver, but was unsuccessful. The truck’s doors were locked and the windows were closed. Police called for a tow truck to assist. While waiting, the RCMP officer saw the driver hit the vehicle accelerator, which caused the

truck to lurch forward through a field. It went over an eight-foot restraining wall and crashed into a residence on Baltac Road. The officer then smashed open the vehicle’s rear window, unlocked the doors and turned off the engine. The B.C. Ambulance were called at this time. The police were able to awaken the driver, who was later identified as a 35-year-old Kelowna resident. Immediately, the driver threw up in the cab of his truck. RCMP asked the driver how much he had to drink. The answer was, “A lot.” Police detected a strong odour of liquor coming from the vehicle. After being checked out by the paramedics, the driver was arrested for Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle.

He was lodged in the Detachment cells and released the same morning on a Promise to Appear with a first appearance date of November 25th, 2008.

Car flipped in park

On October 20th, Columbia Valley RCMP received a call for a single vehicle roll-over in the Kootenay National Park. Police attended and spoke with B.C. Ambulance who were en route to Alberta with a patient transfer when they found the driver of the crashed vehicle. The driver, a 47-year-old Calgary man, was coming from Calgary on his way to Cranbrook when he lost control and rolled his vehicle.

He sustained minor injuries and was transported to Invermere and District Hospital by the B.C. Ambulance Service. According to the driver, he struck some ice when he was going around a corner, which caused him to lose control.

Detachment Commander’s note

It is that time of year again. I’ve gone into my “archives” to retrieve a message that never seems to get old. No doubt about it: winter is on its way. “Be Prepared” – Scouts’ motto. Last year we hit some big snow in November, but temperatures had dropped well into the minus range by late October. That means some slippery road conditions. Higher elevations will see and have already seen some ice and snow. I am urging all motorists to consider changing to their winter tires before the big rush. No sense in waiting until it’s too late, and chances are you’ll want them at the same time as everyone else. The tire shops and garages might be too busy then. In the meantime, please slow down a little and expect winter driving conditions . . . Be prepared.

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October 24, 2008

Adopted bylaw makes Invermere idle free

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff

An anti-idling bylaw was adopted by the District of Invermere on Wednesday, October 15th.

It is now an offence to allow a vehicle to idle for longer than three minutes.

Those who pass this time limit could be given a fine of $250. Municipal bylaw officers and RCMP officers are equipped to issue fines.

“This bylaw is a good thing but it’s not a cuttingedge bylaw anymore; it’s just the way things are now,” said councillor Sarah Bennett. “It makes sense not only for air quality purposes but also for conservation of fuel.”

The anti-idling bylaw allows eight exemptions, including vehicles idling while passengers get in or out; vehicles idling because of traffic, an emergency or mechanical difficulties; emergency vehicles; and vehicles undergoing a mechanical test.

“I agree with the policy,” said councillor and mayoral candidate Gerry Taft. “I like that it is realistic. I hope it serves to educate and change the behaviour of the worst offenders.”

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Councillors Bob Campsall and Ray Brydon agreed.

“This is an opportunity for education that is really worthwhile. Idling vehicles is not necessary,” Mr. Campsall said.

“I think it is a good bylaw and we should go forward as soon as possible,” Mr. Brydon said.

The provincial government established Idle Free B.C. in June, an initiative to educate British Columbians about the effects of leaving their vehicles turned on.

Its goal is to decrease idling in B.C. by 50 percent by 2010.

Last November, the District of Invermere initiated the Idle Free Walking School Bus project with Eileen Madson Primary and J. Alfred Laird Elementary.

Street signage, brochures and school presentations ensured that when students were dropped off at school, the vehicles they arrived in were switched off while the children got out.

Chief Administrator Chris Prosser said that another round of public education is planned for this winter. Council will reconsider the bylaw in January 2009.

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Own home within reach

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Reporter

Before I decided to leave Sydney, Australia, for a life in the chilly beauty of the Columbia Valley, I considered buying my first home.

I am 27 so I figured I was at the point in my life where I should be doing such things. Eager to get into the property market, I started my research, found an apartment in a neighbourhood I fancied, and arranged with the realtor to check it out.

Boy, was my bubble burst. The studio apartment meant my fridge would be in my living room, my coffee table in my bedroom, and my balcony in a restaurant’s back alley. And a crippling mortgage would mean I’d be spending my free time at home eating instant noodles and watching Wheel of Fortune.

So I decided that maybe I didn’t need to be a grown-up, after all. I got me a working visa and one of the last cheap flights out of Sydney before oil prices sent airline costs soaring.

Now, I find myself in a town I want to settle down in, where playing grown-ups seems like a nice idea.

But what will my options be?

This week I spoke to the three businessmen who will kick off Invermere’s Housing Corporation. It will be a key issue in the lead-up to the municipal elections, and Gordon Bagan, Kirby Brown, and Mark Shmigelsky may have the trickiest task in town.

Between them, they run the gamut of essential experience for a board of its type. A nine-year mayor, a 17-year realtor, and a businessman who sat on the housing authority for B.C.’s biggest resort town could be just what the valley needs to give first-home buyers some choices.

We can’t expect quick fixes – in fact, the housing authority may not even help me out. But it’s nice to know that someday soon, young people will be able to afford a home, sweet home of their own.

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Spring leaps into candidacy Dear Editor: I have decided to run for a seat on Invermere’s council. As many of you know, I’ve lived in Invermere, run a business, raised my children, owned a home, lived and played here. I love my valley! At work every day, I have conversations with my customers, and many express concerns about what is happening in our town, lake and mountains. Because of my connection with people, my experience in business, and my varied and profound life experiences, I feel I can be a strong, valuable representative.

I believe in a community that has a long-term plan for sustainability, will continue to thrive, protect and preserve its natural surroundings, and has a reliable supply of good food and clean water. I believe in a community that’s livable for all: one that

has proper infrastructure in place, such as accessible streets, sidewalks and parking; one where people can get jobs and buy a house; where everyone has access to services they require. I believe co-operation and innovative thinking are keys to maintaining healthy communities. We need to collaborate with our neighbours in the valley in order to accomplish our goals.

We’ll need to be creative to come up with good solutions to the issues that confront us.

Find out more at Spring-Hawes-Invermere. blogspot.com. My email is spring@springhealthfoods.com, or you can call me at 250-342-2552.

On November 15th, consider your votes carefully and support the candidates who will work to keep our community strong.

Spring Hawes, Invermere

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Not all Shuswap support Jumbo Dear Editor: I am writing in response to an article titled “Shuswap Support Jumbo” that was published in the October 17th issue of The Pioneer. I am a Shuswap Band member from the Shuswap Indian Band and I am opposed to the Shuswap Indian Band leadership and the Kinbasket Development Corporation making blanket statements to the media as though all Shuswap Band members support their decisions 100 percent when in fact they don’t.

First of all, no one has asked me whether I support Jumbo or not. Secondly, I do not appreciate the Shuswap Indian Band leadership and the Kinbasket Development Corporation making these decisions for me without first consulting with me. If the Shuswap Indian Band expects government, industries and developers in the valley to “consult and accommodate” them when making decisions or actions that will impact our Aboriginal and treaty rights, then I ex-

pect the leadership and the Kinbasket Development Corporation to consult with me, especially when discussing our Aboriginal rights and title within our traditional territory.

It seems when the occasion is right we tend to throw around the words “Aboriginal Rights and Title” but when it comes to practising it ourselves we tend to lose sight of what “Aboriginal Rights and Title” means to us. I am not opposed to economic development and employment opportunities in the Columbia Valley; however, at the same time we don’t need to develop the whole valley either. I was born and raised in the valley and I am surprised at the amount of development that has occurred in such a short timeframe since I moved back here in the past year and a half. How are we supposed to protect our Aboriginal Rights and Title when little by little we keep signing it away?

The other day I noticed a sign on Highway 93/95 just north of the Tim Hortons. It appears to have been commissioned by the “Keep Jumbo Wild” folks. The sign clearly uses the B.C. government image and tag phrase, “The Best Place on Earth”. It is “conveniently” placed right next to one of the provincial government tourism signs on the highway.

I am not sure if this group would have obtained permission to use the image and tag phrase from the B.C. government, but highly doubt that they have.

The suggestion seems to be that keeping Jumbo Wild is a B.C. government initiative and supported or driven by the B.C. government. This seems patently wrong.

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anything credible that suggests the B.C. government is opposed to the proposed development.

Moreover, I have seen nothing nor read anything credible that suggests the B.C. government has endorsed, supported, or is associated with the Jumbo Wild folks in any way.

Granted, I am no expert on the many arguments on either side of this issue. However, the character of those associated with a given position is, if not more important, at least as important as the position itself.

If you’re willing to steal an image and misappropriate the use of a tag phrase to suggest, incorrectly, an alignment of interest between others and yourself, how can I trust anything else that you put forth?

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October 24, 2008

Mayoral candidate addresses concerns

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I feel compelled to communicate with Invermere municipal voters to allay some concerns I have had related to me regarding my profession as land developer, consultant and realtor.

Although some see conflict between this profession and electing me as mayor, some background may put you at ease.

I am in my 21st year as a licensed realtor in Invermere. During that time, I have sold many of you your homes, or worked with you in volunteer positions on the minor hockey league, the Columbia Valley Rockies or Invermere Business Committee.

I have worked with three local governance areas: Invermere, Radium and the Regional District of East Kootenay.

I have also had the opportunity to access an enormous amount of knowledge through courses or programs provided by the University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, B.C. Real Estate Foundation and the Real Estate Council.

I have also had frank discussions with Invermere’s Chief Administrator and my lawyer about the conflicts a real estate practitioner and mayor may find him or herself in. These situations do arise and must be recognized. Democratic rule demands all issues must be treated fairly, honestly and without bias, and that ideal will be uppermost in my mind. If a conflict is recognized then I must step away from any discussion. It is my understanding that there are currently an estimated 30 realtors running for or actually sitting on municipal gov-

ernments in our province.

I love Invermere and I have called this valley home for 42 years. As this campaign unfolds and I have the opportunity to speak with you, I want to emphasize what my background in land use, negotiation, economics, stewardship and vision can bring to the table. I know residents have been overwhelmed by the amount of development in Invermere in the past three or four years, and apparently the current economic downturn will allow us to address these issues before the next wave of development arises – as it surely will.

Although we have discussed the possibility of locating a clean, light industry in the valley, to date we have been unable to do so. Economic development is the engine that attracts residents to our valley and in turn keeps small businesses, schools, hockey, gymnastics, figure skating and numerous other events happening. The forestry and mining sectors are in dire straits and if it weren’t for the construction and service jobs available here, we would lose many of our small businesses and residents as they would have to move to “greener pastures.”

So, please understand, I believe in sustainable and environmentally friendly development, taking into consideration the wishes of our residents. There are many challenges ahead and I look forward, if given the opportunity, to tackling them and seeking answers the majority of our community can support.

Please call me on 250-342-5245 or stop me on the street to discuss any local matters that are important to you.

Barry Brown-John

Able to see the larger picture.

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What’s Happening in the Columbia Valley

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

Uplifting flick

MOVIE REVIEW

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KIDS’ AUTHOR

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Out & About Documentary Young At Heart is a heartwarming story of a seniors’ choral group. The film will screen at Pynelogs Cultural Centre on October 28th from 7pm for Cinefest.

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Morgan Childs Quintet • Pynelogs Cultural Centre October 30 at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Call (250) 342-0246 for Tickets.

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October 24, 2008

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

Children’s author to visit Review: The Incredible Hulk Submitted Surrey writer, storyteller and creative writing instructor Lois Peterson will present her new novel for children, Meeting Miss 405, at Dave’s Book Bar on Tuesday, November 4th.

CBC broadcaster Bill Richardson said, “Lois Peterson handles important issues, like bullying, and delicate family matters, like depression, with deft grace, good humour and just enough gravity. And her main character is a charmer. This is a lovely, sad and hopeful story, very well told.”

From 3:30-4:30 p.m. Lois will read from her book, talk to children and adults about the story, and an-

swer questions about writing and publishing. Copies will also be available for purchase and signing.

Lois is well known in the Lower Mainland writing community, where she presents workshops, organizes and supports writing events, and does storytelling in libraries and schools.

“I’m really excited to present my book to readers on my first visit to the East Kootenays,” said the author.

She will also conduct writing workshops at David Thompson Secondary School and author readings at Windermere Elementary School.

For more information about Lois Peterson and Meeting Miss 405, visit her website at www.loispeterson.net.

A remake-cum-sequel to Ang Lee’s 2003 film The Hulk, and directed by Louis Leterrier of Transporter fame, this version dispenses with pretensions to thoughtfulness in favour of action, and more action.

The film also dispenses with a detailed origin story, giving us instead a brief montage that recaps how a genetic accident left Bruce Banner with a condition that transforms him into an enraged not-so-jolly green giant whenever he gets overly excited.

The story finds Banner (Edward Norton) wandering the world as he tries to find a cure for his condition, all the while pining for his true love, Betty (Liv Tyler).

When the military, under the com-

mand of Betty’s father, “Thunderbolt” Ross (William Hurt), track Banner down and decide to fight fire with fire, all hell breaks loose.

The Incredible Hulk features some darn good casting. Norton, Tyler and Hurt all play their roles straight, without any of the overacting often associated with comic-book adaptations.

As in any Marvel film there are some celebrity cameos. There is the inevitable one by Hulk creator Stan Lee; a touching one by past Hulk portrayer Lou Ferrigno; and an intriguing moment with Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark.

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Music • visual arts • dining • Bar Scene • entertainment • performance ARTS show up ready to rock on Sunday.

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. October 22-25: IGOR • Closed Sundays-Tuesdays.

• Closed October 26th to December 26th.

Friday, October 24th: • 6:30 p.m.: Fall Supper at the Invermere Community Hall. Sponsored by the Catholic Women’s League and Knights of Columbus. Limited seating, tickets are $15 for adults, $6 for under 12 years, and free for under 4 years, available at Columbia Valley Trading, Fairmont Goldsmiths and both Catholic Churches in Radium and Invermere.

Tuesday, October 28th: • 7 p.m.: It’s movie night at Pynelogs Culture Centre. The CV Arts Cinefest @ Pynelogs returns for a new season.

Featuring the Young @ Heart chorus group (pensioners singing rock numbers) who will be performing their versions of Rolling Stones, Outkast and Radiohead.

Tickets are $10 at the door. Concession and licensed facility. For more information call CV Arts at 250-3424423.

Wednesday, October 29th: • 7-9 p.m.: Join Details by Joanne and Rainbow Donkey for Ladies Night Out Shopping Extravaganza. Enjoy an evening designed for you! In store specials, door prizes and delectable delights.

Thursday, October 30th: • 1-3 p.m.: Invermere Seniors’ Hall Halloween Dance.

Band from Kimberley. Prizes for best costume. For info call Norma: 250-342-3990 or Marg: 250-342-6349.

Saturday, October 25th:

Friday, October 31st:

• 2 p.m.: Tea and Bake Sale at the Edgewater Legion, $5 each.

• 1-4 p.m.: Pick-up Gramma’s Homemade 9” Apple and Rhubarb Pies at the Legion. $12.50 each and ready for the freezer. Pre-order on or before October 24th by calling Louise: 250-342-6044.

• 4 p.m.: Fort Steele’s 23rd Annual Halloween Spooktacular. Haunted houses, bonfires, fireworks, trick-or-treating, games and theatre show for kids. 4 p.m. start for the little ones, 6 p.m. start for others.

• 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.: Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House’s 1st Family Supper and Sounds Evening.

Ric Proctor will provide the evening’s “Sounds” to accompany a Mexican food meal. Tickets are $15 for the meal, and beverages can be purchased separately.

Tickets available at Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House in Radium in advance, and can also be purchased at the door. There is a limited number of tickets. Call for more information, 250-347-6567.

• 6-9 p.m.: The Invermere Business Committee is hosting its second annual Family Halloween Party at the Invermere Community Hall. This fun event will include many great games and activities, including a Haunted House by the David Thompson Secondary School Leadership Class. Prizes and goody bags will be given out all evening. Admission is $1, children under 5 free, so come out in your best costume and have some fun! For more info call: 250-342-2515.

Sunday, October 26th: • 1-3 p.m.: Free Curling Clinic at the Invermere Curling Rink. All levels and abilities welcome, beginners and experts alike. Call Rob for more info 250-342-3315 or

Saturday, November 1st • Head Banger Tours: Authentic Big Horn Sheep Experiences. November 1st, 2nd, 8th and 9th: See the Bighorn Sheep up close and personal. Learn about their history, habits and future. Reservations required. $49.00 + GST. For more information visit: www. radiumhotsprings.com. To book a tour call: 250- 3479331 or toll free at 1-800-347-9704.

Tuesday, November 4th: • 3:30-4:30 p.m.: Writer, storyteller and creative writing instructor Lois Peterson will present her new novel for children ‘Meeting Miss 405’ at Dave’s Book Bar. Peterson will read from her book, talk to children and

adults about the story, and answer questions. Copies will also be available for purchase, and signing by the author. For more information visit her website at www. loispeterson.net

Friday, November 7th: • 6-9 p.m.: Jewellery Exhibition at Effusion Art Gallery.

Silent Auction featuring handcrafted jewellery from select Canadian artists, door prizes , wine and hors d’oeuvres. Proceeds towards the Family Resource Centre.

• 7 p.m.: Jumbo Creek Conservation Society Annual General Meeting in the David Thompson Secondary School Theatre.

Saturday, November 8th: • 6:30-8:30 p.m.: 7th Annual East Kootenay Wine Festival at the Lodge at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Sample wines of 15 premier BC wineries. There will be a tutorial on how to taste wines, followed by a blind taste test for each category. Also a variety of door prizes that will include Fairmont Hot Springs Resort vacation packages. The Wine Festival itself is $35 each and includes wine and snacks. For tickets: 250-345-6000.

• 7-8:30 p.m.: Author and Spiritual Intuitive Norm Pratt will be giving a seminar presented on behalf of the Radium Hot Springs Public Library at the Radium Seniors’ Hall. Free admission. Donations to the Radium Public Library will be appreciated.

Other: • 9-10:15 a.m.: Every Sunday, Flow Yoga at Mountain Studio.

• Every Tuesday, Restorative Yoga at 5:30- 6:45 p.m. and Ladies Yoga at 7- 8:45 p.m. at Yoga Mountain Studio.

For more information visit: www.invermereyoga.com or call: 250-342-1198.

• 10-11 a.m.: Every Tuesday, free, one-hour Guest Information Session in the Toby Creek Dining Room at Panorama Mountain Village. Meet new people, ask questions and learn about what the Columbia Valley has to offer. Complimentary beverages and baked goods will be provided. For more information, call Jill Vickers at 250-341-3048.

• 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, Coats for Kids. If you are in need of some winter coats, please come into Mom’s Upholstery.

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October 24, 2008

Jewellery artists sell work for charity Submitted by Effusion Art Gallery Effusion Art Gallery would like to present a collaboration of Canadian Jewellery artists.

The gallery’s first jewellery exhibition will be held on November 7th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Not only will there be exclusive new jewellery pieces to purchase, but also a silent auction.

All proceeds from the silent auction and a percentage of proceeds from the jewellery sales will be donated to the Family Resource Centre in Invermere for the children’s programs.

From well-known local artisan Leslie Rowe-Israelson to the east coast metalsmiths of Bejewel, there will be something for everyone.

Leslie’s new work is literally cutting edge by meshing glass with copper combined with chain mail, fire

agate and tiger’s eye stones. Very stunning!

If you’re going down that spiritual journey road, then Shakti is the jewellery for you! Sarah Bowker is the creator of these one-of-a-kind pieces that evoke peace and balance while wearing them.

Everyone loves her charm necklaces and bracelets that are adorned with gems, lotus flowers, Buddhas and peace symbols.

For those who like to mix and match their funky jewellery, Karyn Chopik’s pieces will appeal to you.

For over two decades, she has been using a variety of materials to create her jewellery that can be clipped on or off for additional designs. From ancient ivory to semi-precious stones, silver, bronze and copper, her free spirit shines through in her pieces.

Clean, fluid lines are found in Janet Stein’s jewellery. This Edmonton artisan creates unity and elegance

in sterling silver and gold at price points anyone can afford.

Why not be jewelled with Bejewel? This new line of jewellery from Fredricton, New Brunswick, is sure to capture your attention! With unique designs of semiprecious stones, silver and contemporary heirlooms, the artistic vision of Trudy Gallagher is unique.

Another new line of jewellery and watches to the gallery is The Barber’s Daughter. Gisele Theriault’s modern designed jewellery honours her father, the village barber, whose spirit of storytelling infuses her work.

Effusion Art Gallery would like to thank Eagle Ranch, Fubuki Sushi and Panorama Resort for donating the hors d’oeuvres for the evening.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Canal Flats that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor, and four Councillors for a three-year term commencing December 2008 and terminating December 2011, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

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The following question will also be submitted to the electorate in the Electoral Areas F and G, Village of Canal Flats, the District of Invermere and Village of Radium Hot Springs “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 Village of Canal Flats, the District of Invermere, and the Village of Radium; 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?”

GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualied electors of the Village of Canal Flats on Saturday, November 15, 2008 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location: Canal Flats Civic Centre 8909 Dunn Street, Canal Flats BC ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Advance voting will be open at the Municipal Hall, 8853 Grainger Road, Canal Flats BC on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 and Thursday, November 13, 2008 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm each day. If you require further information, please contact the Village Ofce at 250-349-5462 Gloria Perry Chief Election Ofcer

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October 24, 2008

Highway beautification underway in Radium

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff The Village of Radium Hot Springs has entered into the secondary phase of a village beautification project which will see work done along “the strip” on Highway 93/95.

The work, which began last week, involves replacement of deteriorated curbs and gutters, installation of decorative street lamps with hanging flower baskets, and built-in irrigation systems.

“The goal is to improve the main commercial areas of the village, both in appearance and in the ease and safety of use,” said Mayor Greg Deck.

“Our Official Community Plan speaks to a walkable community, so we are making improvements that will encourage locals and visitors alike to get out of their vehicles and enjoy the village on foot.”

Mr. Deck said that the project has been ongoing since the mid-1990s. The first phase of the beautification project saw upgrades for the downtown core, including new sidewalks, curbs, gutters and decorative street lighting on Main Streets East and West, as well as improvements within the highway boulevard.

The phase system was developed because tax payers in town were opposed to borrowing funds to complete the entire project all at once, so the Village decided to pay for the project on an ongoing basis with cash on hand.

“Even those people who were originally opposed to the project have been pleased with the results,” Mr. Deck said. “The area that we are now undertaking included some of the strongest opponents, and the only comments we have heard for many years were questions about when we were going to get to that section.”

The upgrades are worth an estimated $539,000.

The cost is split between taxpayers and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure.

Costs are shared across the entire tax base, with the largest portion being paid for by those commercial taxpayers who front the improvements – a point Mr. Deck believes is very important.

“It is unusual for residential taxpayers to pay any portion of a downtown revitalization, but in this case we strongly feel that residents benefit as well from an attractive, walk-able community,” Mr. Deck explained.

“They also benefit from a healthy commercial sector and so should be part of what creates that.”

Chief Administrator Mark Read said that if the weather cooperates, the Village is hoping to have the work completed by this fall. If not, concrete will be poured in spring 2009.

He also said that village residents can look forward to ongoing minor enhancements in the upcoming years, including replacing and upgrading boulevard trees and flower boxes, and fixing damaged sections of the sidewalk fronting the Visitor Information Centre.

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What do you feel is the most important issue facing Invermere at the moment?

Nick Berzins: Supporting our social infrastructure through programs for affordable housing, youth and seniors, as well as the community’s “walk-ability” via proper paths. We should recognize that non-profit groups can deliver social infrastructure more efficiently.

Ray Brydon: They are not so much issues as goals: affordable housing; climate change and what we as individuals and a community can contribute to control it; infrastructure upgrades; Invermere community enhancement program; new library and civic centre; Pothole Park project; and “Smart” planing of our community’s growth.

Bob Campsall: I believe our greatest challenge will be our ability to think “big picture” and long term, regarding growth management, environmental stewardship and global warming in the face of severe economic challenges.

Robert Harvey: The financial burden for proposed infrastructure which may be required by recent overdevelopment. The necessity to proceed with the proposals and the associated increased tax burden needs to be reviewed in light of new economic realities.

Spring Hawes: The people I talk to every day love this town and want to continue working, playing, shopping and raising their children here. For this to happen, we need to plan with sustainability in mind.

Al Miller: Having a clear vision with our newly elected officials going forward will be the most important issue. With that we can make good things happen.

Taoya Schaefer: The biggest issue is uncontrolled development with no clear vision. We need to look at what we want our community to look like in the future and consider the environment and sustainability in every decision.

Fred Thode-Hamilton: Seemingly uncontrolled development.

Mike Thomas: Development mustn’t put undue stress on quality of life, environment and infrastructure, and must complement the vision for Invermere.

Decisions must be based on principles which are fair and open to the community and developers.

What measures should the municipality be taking to protect the unique ecological aspects of the area, especially Lake Windermere and the wetlands?

Nick Berzins: Data should be used to create a lake plan. This will require cooperation with all the stakeholders. We should support initiatives that maintain the wetlands’ health and encourage business related to geo-tourism and wetland engineering.

Ray Brydon: Our continuous partnership with Wildsight with respect to the Lake Windermere lakeshore moratorium and Columbia Valley Wetlands preservation.

Bob Campsall: I support the creation of a Columbia Valley regional municipality or planning board that would control development so that long-term planning would be done by local citizens to prevent the environmental destruction that is occuring.

Robert Harvey: A valley-wide strategy in coopera-

tion with all levels of government and stakeholders needs to be created. More vision of the consequences of development and of the future in general is needed on council.

Spring Hawes: We need to work with other governing bodies and groups to advocate most powerfully for the wetlands and lake protection. We especially need to consider ways to better manage how Lake Windermere is used.

Al Miller: Protecting Lake Windermere and the wetlands. The District needs to fund the Lake Windermere Project, for the science. Then we need to take action to come up with suitable solutions.

Taoya Schaefer: We need to implement strong conservation measures and support existing ones to protect the lake, wetlands, and river, and move towards zoning foreshore and upland areas appropriately to protect our most valuable resources.

Fred Thode-Hamilton: Strict regulations in regards to development to protect the whole area, especially Lake Windermere and the Columbia Wetlands.

Mike Thomas: Giving information about the impact of practices on the health of the water is vital.

While research and policies are important in the solution, education and awareness is equally important in effecting change.

What would you like to see happen to Lot 4616?

Nick Berzins: A broader solution should encompasses Lot 4616 and the trails on the Benches. A larger connected green space including land along the Toby escarpment, with access for all, is a high priority.

Ray Brydon: The four partners need to continue negotiations to come to an agreement that is most favourable to all four parties and which considers the wishes of the valley community. The District is favourable to parkland and affordable housing.

Bob Campsall: I would like to see Lot 4616 become public land. Lot 4616 could be Invermere’s equivalent of Vancouver’s Stanley Park, but we must act now, because once it’s gone, it’s gone forever.

Robert Harvey: I would like to see it all kept as parkland. I believe this is its current zoning and should be kept as such. Invermere is short on green space; council should ensure adequate parkland dedication.

Spring Hawes: While I would love to see Lot 4616 become green space for Invermere, it is a complex issue. We need to collaborate with valley residents to reach an agreeable solution with the province.

Al Miller: I would like to see a combination of parkland tied in with Johnson Road, and work with government for well-priced residential housing-authority land.

Taoya Schaefer: I support Lot 4616 remaining in the ALR as we need to protect agricultural land and open spaces for both food security and recreational opportunities close to home, and to limit urban sprawl.

Fred Thode-Hamilton: Leave Lot 4616 as it is.

Do not allow anyone to develop it.

Mike Thomas: Any change must be in the best interest of Invermere. Affordable housing, park land, natural space and new development all have interests.

We need to work with stakeholders to create a longterm vision.

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October 24, 2008

Re-elected MP gets busy Submitted by Jim Abbott MP for Kootenay-Columbia The 2008 election was one of the most important you may ever vote in. It determined the economic direction our country is taking as the world endures a period of true economic uncertainty.

Thank you to Kootenay-Columbia voters for your support as your Member of Parliament. Receiving 59.5 percent of the vote is a strong approval and gives me a serious mandate to fulfill. The election is over, and I intend to act in the best interests of all Kootenay-Columbia constituents. Dealing with the economy is our government’s first and most important task. Prime Minister Stephen Harper has already outlined a six-point plan to protect this country’s economy, our earnings, our savings, and our jobs.

The Prime Minister outlined the following additional, immediate next steps to protect the Canadian economy: • A commitment to take whatever appropriate steps are necessary to ensure that Canada’s financial system is not put at a competitive disadvantage.

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• Discussing the global financial crisis and strengthening the Canada-European Union economic partnership at the Canada-European Union Summit.

• Summoning parliament to meet this fall and tabling an economic and fiscal update before December.

• Participating in the G20 finance ministers’ meeting on November 8th and 9th, and calling for a further meeting of G7 finance ministers to build on progress made at their last meeting.

• Keeping government spending focused and under control by continuing with the four-year strategic review of departmental expenditures.

• Convening a First Ministers’ Meeting on the Economy to discuss with premiers and territorial leaders a joint approach to the global financial crisis.

In keeping with our Conservative philosophy you can expect sensible, pragmatic policies that really do work.

You can also expect to hear from me regularly as I keep you updated on what we are doing to address the issues and problems that concern you.

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October 24, 2008

Invermere plans to restrict wood fires

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The District of Invermere is considering placing restrictions on wood burning appliances.

At last week’s regular meeting, council gave first hearing to a proposed Wood Burning Appliance Bylaw.

If passed, the bylaw will place restrictions on what fireplaces can be installed inside and outside homes, what type of fuel is used, and how often smoke is released into the neighbourhood.

In addition, it would allow the district to declare Air Quality Advisories, during which wood burning appliances could not be used except to heat premises where the appliance was the only heating mechanism.

Chief Administrator Chris Prosser explained that the bylaw would “control the emission and quality of wood burning appliances and regulate outdoor wood burning appliances.”

Councillor Gerry Taft added that the bylaw is most relevant for outdoor fires.

“Outdoor wood burning appliances are the really significant aspect of the potential bylaw,” he said. “Until this point they have been able to operate through a bit of a loophole. It is good to see that those are going to be regulated.”

Open fires have caused air quality concerns.

Under the proposed bylaw, outdoor solid fuel combustion appliances could no longer be installed.

Indoor fireplaces would need to comply with Canadian or U.S. emission standards.

Only untreated wood fuel could be burned.

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Failure to comply with the bylaw could come with a fine of between $50 and $500.

“If you live in an area with large trees, you know how they can capture smoke,” said councillor Ray Brydon.

“It will be interesting to see what input we receive from the public. It is going to cause some good discussion and bring out whether it is a problem for a lot of people.”

Councillor Sarah Bennett added that some exemptions should apply.

“It is important that people are able to burn wood efficiently especially in times of emergency. A woodburning appliance used as emergency back-up should be allowed, for instance if a furnace broke down,” she said.

Councillor Bob Campsall agreed that efficient use of wood burning appliances is possible.

“I grew up with woodburning appliances and you see clouds of smoke because of poor appliances and poor fuel. Proper appliances and aged fuel burn and you don’t see clouds of smoke,” he said.

Now that the bylaw has received first reading, the District of Invermere will seek input from local businesses and plan an open house in the coming months to garner feedback from the community.

Hear your candidates

By Pioneer Staff

All municipal candidates in the upper Columbia Valley will be given the chance to talk to their constituents before the November 15th elections as the Rotary Club of Invermere and Radium Sunrise Rotary are partnering to organize three All Candidates Forums.

On Tuesday, November 4th, Invermere mayoral candidates Barry Brown-John and Gerry Taft, and councillor candidates, will have their say at Invermere Community Hall at 7 p.m.

On Wednesday, November 5th, Area F director candidates Wendy Booth and Lillian Rose will speak at the Lions Hall behind the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce at 7 p.m.

On Thursday, November 6th, Canal Flats mayoral candidates Emile Morin and Bruce Woodbury, as well as all councillor candidates, will participate in a forum at the Canal Flats Civic Centre at 7 p.m.

Radium Chamber of Commerce have organized an All Candidates Forum for Radium Hot Springs municipal candidates. It will be held on Thursday, October 30th, at Radium Seniors’ Hall at 7 p.m.

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October 24, 2008

Ktunaxa respond to Shuswap/Jumbo deal

Submitted by Ktunaxa Nation

The Ktunaxa Nation Council re-affirmed their opposition to the proposed Jumbo Glacier Resort on October 20th, based upon unaddressed impacts to Ktunaxa interests.

This re-affirmation comes in response to a media release announcing Glacier Resorts Ltd. and Shuswap Indian Band had reached an Impact Management Benefit Agreement for Jumbo Resort.

“The Kinbasket people do not have the same level of history or commitment to our traditional territory,” said Ktunaxa Nation Chair, Chief Sophie Pierre.

“Subsequently, I understand their position to support the development. Our Creation Story is quite clear that Ktunaxa have a responsibility to be stewards of the land, and we take that role seriously.”

“The Ktunaxa are not anti-development, however we feel that large-scale developments must be conducted in an environmentally, socially, ecologically,

culturally and economically sustainable manner for future generations.”

The Ktunaxa Nation participated in the environmental assessment process for Jumbo Glacier Resort in good faith starting in 1997, and voiced major concerns that were not being addressed up until the conclusion of the assessment in 2004. The Ktunaxa continue to dispute many of the conclusions, including the true impacts on the culturally significant grizzly. Despite Ktunaxa opposition, an Environmental Assessment Certificate was issued to Glacier Resorts Ltd. Since that time, an independent scientific study led by renowned grizzly biologist Michael Proctor showed the central Purcell grizzly population was less robust than anticipated at the time of the assessment.

“Many people are making their decisions to support Jumbo based upon old data,” continued Pierre.

“We encourage everybody to take another look at what the true impacts will be.”

“Impacts on the grizzly are just one of the many

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY

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

outstanding concerns that the Ktunaxa have. The resort will also impact other wildlife species, water quality and flows, and hunting access.”

The Ktunaxa Nation has never extinguished their Aboriginal Title within their Traditional Territory, and government and proponents have a legal obligation to accommodate impacts upon Ktunaxa interests.

Pursuant to their stewardship responsibility, Pierre says the Ktunaxa Nation is attempting to address the serious impacts through parallel negotiations with Glacier Resorts Ltd. and the provincial government.

“You cannot have these negotiations in isolation of one another. You need to see the overall plan to ensure that impacts on the entire area are adequately addressed. There has been no significant progress from either table, but we are working diligently with both parties to address our outstanding concerns.”

“Until we have reached agreement on the outstanding concerns, our position will remain the same, and we will vigorously protect our interests,” Pierre said.

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

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – WINDERMERE

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – DRY GULCH

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Valerie Huether to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate subdivision to create two rural residential lots. The property is located at 954 Swansea Road in the Windermere area as shown on the attached map.

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by David and June Lymburner to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate subdivision to create two rural residential lots. The property is located at 4950 Stoddart Creek Road in the Dry Gulch area as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2105 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 221, 2008 (Windermere / Huether)” will change the designation of Lot B, District Lot 4596, Kootenay District, Plan NEP23502 from SH-1, Small Holding Residential Zone to R-1(A), Single Family Residential (A) Zone.

Bylaw No. 2108 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 223, 2008 (Dry Gulch / Lymburner)” will change the designation of Lot 5, District Lot 288, Kootenay District, Plan 15932 from SH-3, Small Holding Rural Zone to SH-2, Small Holding Semi-Rural Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: WINDERMERE COMMUNITY HALL 4726 North Street Windermere BC MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2008 at 7:00 pm

A public hearing will be held at: WINDERMERE COMMUNITY HALL 4726 North Street Windermere BC MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2008 at 7:00 pm

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

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

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

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

• inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

• inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250.489.0314 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250.489.0314 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services October 3, 2008

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services October 3, 2008

18 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

October 24, 2008

Housing Authority Board appointed

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Kirby Brown, Gordon Bagan and Mark Shmigelsky have been appointed as Invermere Housing Corporation’s interim board.

The three men were chosen because of their experience in dealing with housing issues.

“I am pleased to see three such capable people take on the organisation,” said Invermere councillor Bob Campsall.

Mark Shmigelsky has been Invermere’s mayor for nine years; however, he will be stepping down when the new council is sworn in on December 8th.

“We’ve had problems with housing affordability for over 25 years,” Mr. Shmigelsky said. “The downturn in the market is going to turn around again and hopefully if we get the housing corporation up and running now we’ll be ahead of the game.”

Kirby Brown is the president and chief operating officer of Panorama Mountain Village. He took on the position last December, coming from Whistler Mountain, where he was Director of Resort and Lodging Experience.

Mr. Brown was involved in the Whistler Housing Authority from 2001 to 2007, meaning he will bring transferrable experience to this new volunteer role.

“Along the path of every resort town, as the population grows, land prices increase. As land prices increase, so does the cost of homes. At some point the people employed in the traditional economy are unable to afford to buy a house in that market,” Mr. Brown said.

“The housing corporation has to be approached with a great deal of diligence,” he continued. “You have to think not of this generation but of future generations. It is about long-term community planning, not instant fixes.”

Gordon Bagan owns Coldwell Banker Windermere Valley Realty. He has been a realtor in the valley for 17 years and he is a member of the Rotary Club of Invermere. Mr. Bagan was a leading force in raising funds for the Mount Nelson Athletic Park, now nearing completion.

“I have expertise in knowing the market supply and demand,” Mr. Bagan said. “There are many different types of affordable housing. I’m hoping to see all options explored.

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE TEXT AMENDMENT STEAMBOAT JUBILEE MOUNTAIN OCP The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an amendment to the Steamboat – Jubilee Mountain Official Community Plan. If approved, the amendment will: • amend agricultural policies to clarify conditions where an agrologist report is required to accompany an application for ALR exclusion, subdivision or non-farm use; and • establish criteria for exemptions from the requirements of the new agricultural policies.

Bylaw No. 2109 is cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Steamboat – Jubilee Mountain Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1926, 2006 – Amendment Bylaw No. 4, 2008 (Miscellaneous Amendments / RDEK)”.

The public hearing will be held at:

EDGEWATER COMMUNITY CENTRE 4818 Selkirk Avenue Edgewater BC MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2008 at 4:00 pm

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

“The Invermere Housing Corporation will open up ideas.”

Chief Administrator Chris Prosser said the first step for the board is to discuss and draft bylaws and policies for the Housing Corporation.

“Once they are all adopted and registered, we will move on and flesh out what type of full board would be appropriate,” Mr. Prosser said.

He advised that a member of Invermere council should be on the full board.

“This is an arms-length corporation but it is still under the municipal organization,” he said.

Councillor Gerry Taft agreed. “I support the resolution and the concept of having the Invermere Housing Corporation become non-political. It is important to set it up as an arms-length corporation,” he said.

The Housing Corporation was conceived after last October’s Invermere Housing Needs Assessment found that the district’s increasing popularity as a recreational town was “having significant negative impacts in the community in terms of housing affordability and choice for both permanent residents and seasonal workers.” It recommended the district “continue to pursue the creation of a Housing Authority.”

Notice No. 4-1

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the District of Invermere that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor, four Councillors, and one School Trustee for a three-year term commencing December 2008 and terminating December 2011, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

Mayor – One (1) to be elected

Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

BROWN-JOHN TAFT

Barry Gerry

Invermere Invermere

Councillor – Four (4) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

BERZINS BRYDON CAMPSALL HARVEY HAWES MILLER SCHAEFER THODE-HAMILTON THOMAS

Nick Ray Bob Robert Spring Allen Taoya Fred Mike

Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere

School Trustee – One (1) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

ANDERSON

Greg

Invermere

GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of the District of Invermere on Saturday, November 15, 2008 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location: Lake Windermere Memorial Hall, 709 - 10th Street, Invermere, BC

• inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION (for voting day only registration) There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older • Canadian citizen • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day • resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Anyplace for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and • not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING

RESIDENT ELECTORS will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For further information, contact Rob Veg, Planner, at 250.489.0306 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners.

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

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services October 3, 2008

ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Advance voting will be open at the Municipal Office, 914 – 8th Avenue on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 and Thursday, November 13, 2008 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm each day.

Chris Prosser, Chief Election Officer

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 19

October 24, 2008

Windermere split on coffee plant

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff More than 100 people attended a public hearing in Windermere on Monday, October 20th, to have their say about a rezoning bylaw put forward by Kicking Horse Coffee.

The five-acre parcel on the corner of North Street and Highway 93/95 in Windermere is currently zoned Rural Residental. Elana Rosenfeld and Leo Johnson, the owners of Kicking Horse Coffee, put in an application in April to change the zoning to Light Industrial.

They hope to build a packaging facility on the site that would complement their roasting facility at the Invermere crossroads.

At Monday’s public hearing, Elana Rosenfeld told residents that the company has placed a restrictive covenant on the property, prohibiting seven uses of the land that the industrial zoning would otherwise have allowed.

Meanwhile, residents on both sides of the argument debated the pros and cons of having the facility in Windermere.

Those opposed to the development were primarily concerned that one day Kicking Horse would build a roasting facility on the land. “I was in support of Kicking Horse Coffee with a restrictive covenant,� said Dennis Hemus. “But I can’t handle that you can’t say never to a roasting facility.We now have to be worried about our property values.�

Jim Watt told residents what his research had suggested. “A crematorium and a coffee roasting facility have a similar smell. “This was just cheap land and that’s the main reason why it’s going ahead,� he added.

Debbie Neault, who lives in William’s Manufactured Home Community adjacent to the Kicking Horse parcel, said, “I like the smell of coffee, but I don’t want it in my bedroom.�

However, some residents suggested that the smell of coffee roasting wouldn’t be unpleasant. “Elana is putting her own kids into Windermere school and she wouldn’t do that if she had any concerns about the air quality,� said Anne Picton.

Amanda Fedrigo, a program manager at Wildsight’s Invermere branch, stated her support for Kicking Horse Coffee. “They are environmentally responsible and industrial leaders. If they left the valley, people would be more upset than they are over the rezoning,� she said.

Sarah Richards said, “Windermere is becoming a town of empty homes. This business would bring a lot to Windermere. We need jobs that pay well and Kicking Horse Coffee would provide that. I don’t believe they would do anything that would negatively affect the environment.�

Mike DuBois added, “This is a great company with a long track record of success. If this company is not welcomed into the community, then no business will be.�

Bruce McLaughlin agreed. “With Kicking Horse Coffee here, I think the community will gain much more than it has to give up.�

Ron Dobson expressed a change of heart after hearing comments. “I came here to oppose the rezoning. But from what I’ve heard tonight I think we should trust them,� he said.

An earlier public hearing in June heard similar concerns from Windermere residents.

In July, the Regional District of East Kootenay deferred their decision on the bylaw until Kicking Horse Coffee discussed the application in more depth with Windermere residents.

Kicking Horse added the covenant after these discussions.

With the results of this second public hearing, the application will be heard again at the November 7th meeting of the board of directors of the Regional District of East Kootenay.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21

October 24, 2008

Upgrade of 17th Street will cost $3 million

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Invermere has applied for a grant of nearly $3 million to upgrade 17th Street.

The road, running from 10th Avenue to the railway crossing at Kinsmen Beach, is above significant infrastructure.

An upgrade would include repairing and replacing storm-water and sewer systems underneath the road.

At last week’s regular council meeting, councillors voted to apply to the Building Canada Fund for $2,967,000.

If successful, the District of Invermere would still need to fund one third of the project, $989,000.

Another third would be contributed by the federal government, and the final third by the provincial government. “This is an exciting opportunity to go into a threeway grant,� said councillor Gerry Taft. “We would have a hard time funding this out of our own budget.�

In 2007, the District applied for a Municipal Ru-

ral Infrastructure Fund grant for the project. The application was unsuccessful.

If the grant is approved this time, design planning would begin in 2009 and construction would occur in early 2010.

The upgrade would include replacing approximately 50 percent of a sewerage forcemain that desperately needs repairs. “Replacing it before it fails saves money and a potential emergency situation,� said Mr. Taft.

Fire services would also benefit as the upgrade would replace a 40-year-old asbestos cement watermain that serves the Fort Point and Wilder neighbourhoods.

At street level, the road would be resurfaced, a segregated pathway would be built and traffic calming devices employed to better accommodate pedestrian traffic to the beach in summer. “Seventeenth Street has been a source of complaint ever since I’ve been on council,� said Bob Campsall. “Repairs would be extremely extensive. “It has always been a very important street for our town.�

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October 24, 2008

Rockies Hockey Talk

By John Helm Columbia Valley Rockies Not unlike the majority of their games this early season, the Columbia Valley Rockies scored first on Friday, October 17th at Creston’s Johnny Bucyk Arena.

Unfortunately it was the only lead the Rockies would enjoy, as Creston evened the contest after 20 minutes before gaining their first advantage on the power play in the second.

From there, Columbia Valley tied it up with a special teams marker of their own: Warren Leslie potted his second of the season to make it 2-2.

The Cats scored a heartbreaker with less than half a second to play in the middle period, and were ahead 3-2 after 40.

In the third, Creston made the most of a pair of two-on-ones, converting both and pouncing on a loose puck in Brandon Anderson’s vacated crease to

take the game 6-3.

Anderson made 28 saves in the loss, just his second of the season, and the Rockies got their other goals from Rob Hutchinson and Jason Diehl.

The Rockies got back in the win column against a hard-working Golden Rockets squad on Saturday.

After a scoreless first, the Rockies got it going on the power play: Canal Flats product Brett Bjorkman put back a Reid Mitchell rebound at 6:06 of the second.

Golden tied it up on the man advantage before Bjorkman tallied again.

In fact, the first four goals of the game came on the power play.

Bjorkman’s second goal was assisted by Reid Mitchell and Cody Lund.

After Golden tied the game once again at 2-2, David Sabey came crashing down the right wing, sliding the game winner past Rockets net-minder Spencer Wong at 11:49. Rockies won 3-2.

Cody Lund had three assists in his first game playing defence for Columbia Valley.

Ty Gullickson was back in the pipes for the Rockies and was the player of the game with 38 saves.

He looked refocused, played an excellent game and was rewarded with the game’s first star.

It was a hard and fast, clean and well-refereed contest against a veteran and dare I say disciplined Golden team.

A fly on the wall of the Rockies bus might have heard songs the whole way home to Invermere and strangely they weren’t coming from a stereo.

The Rockies began a five-game home stand against the Kamloops Storm on Sunday.

Despite giving up a two-goal third-period lead the Rockies won the game 1:14 into overtime with Reid Mitchell scoring the winner.

Columbia Valley got goals from Sabey, Mike Ondzik, and a pair from Mitchell in a fantastic hockey game. Rockies 5, Storm 4.

The Rockies’ injury list is shrinking: Chase Steele was back in the line-up against Golden, but saw limited action as he is recovering from his broken foot.

Look for his ice time to go up from game to game as we welcome back his heavy shot and face-off prowess.

Darryl Boldon and Terry Helgason are practising at full speed and both ought to be back in game action next weekend.

Brody Powell, meanwhile, had a date with the doctor in Banff on October 20th where his knee was re-evaluated.

Columbia Valley play three big home games at Eddie Mountain this weekend.

On Friday, October 24th they play against Golden, on Saturday against first place Fernie, and Sunday they welcome Grand Forks at 1pm.

Come check out the action!

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P ioneer C lassifieds CHEERS & JEERS

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT

Commercial for Lease

SUITE FOR RENT

house FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

CHEERS! For many years I have looked after the family plot in the old Windermere Cemetery. Last Sunday I went over to check on some work done on a couple of head stones and was pleasantly surprised at the condition of the whole cemetery. It hasn’t looked this good in years. I don’t know who is responsible, but a good job, well done!

Gordon Lake

Laura and Craig McGowan are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter, Isabelle Cayman, born September 7, 2008, weighing 6 lbs, 13 ounces. First time grandparents are Linda and Terry McGowan of Calgary, and Helen and Doug Kipp of Invermere. A special thank you to the staff at the Invermere and District hospital; our community is truly blessed to have such wonderful healthcare professionals.

Wood-working shop for lease or rent, Windermere. Call 250-3420772 for details.

Bright 1 bdrm furnished, upstairs suite. Parking, private beach, $750/month + DD, no partiers, N/P. Columere Park, 250-345-6524.

FOR RENT

Akiskinook, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, furnished, N/P, N/S, utilities included, rec centre, indoor pool, hot tub, 6 appliances. $1250/month + DD, 403-8610544or srowell@telus.net

Bright 1 bdrm basement suite in Invermere. Great location, recently renovated, laundry available, separate entrance, N/S, N/P, $650.00 including utilities, 250-342-5785.

Available Nov. 1st .

www.EricRedeker.com “Available Now”

JEERS: to the individual who hit my Jeep parked in front of the Rainbow Donkey Friday, Oct. 17th , between 2:00-2:30 pm.

You know who you are and you should be ashamed of yourself. If anyone saw anything, or anyone would like to relieve their guilty conscience, please contact Carmen at 250-342-0783.

JEERS: to all the people who need to know where their donation money goes. Hopefully you will never have to reach out, only to be put under the microscope. If your HEART is not in the right place - Don’t bother to donate.

announcement DTSS Arts and Crafts Fair: Friday December 12th , 4:00-9:00 pm. $25.00 rental includes a 6’x2 ‘ table, advertising and promotion. To book your table call Faith at 250-342-9213 ext 100. Proceeds go to the community greenhouse project.

Tea & Bake Sale, Saturday, October 25th , 2:00 pm, Edgewater Legion. $5.00 each.

Jumbo Creek Conservation Society

AGM

Time and date has been changed to Friday, November 7th at 7:30 pm in the DTSS Theatre.

storage NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637 Secure indoor storage for vehicles, boats, etc. Available November 1st , $100/month, 6 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, high-visibility location in Athalmer. Available June 15. $1,400/month includes property taxes, heat/cooling and utilities.

Call 250-342-3637 for details and to view.

Warehouse/ Showroom/Storage Unit 1 -1750 sq. ft.

- $580/month Unit 2 - 2900 sq. ft.

– $960/month Available November 1st .

250-342-0603 or 250-341-5845.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION Canal Flats, furnished room for rent, new home, fully equipped, N/P, first and last month rent, available Nov. 15th , $700/ month, includes utilities. Call to view 250-270-0273.

Roommate wanted to share 3 bdrm townhouse in Radium. $375/month, includes laundry, hydro, high speed internet.

Available Nov. 1st , 250-3477787.

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

(250) 345-6365 Fairmont Bungalows.

Affordable accommodation in Radium. $425.00 and up. Call 250-341-7022.

Radium month to month or long-term. Bright 1 bdrm lower level suite, bed, fridge, stove, couch, TV, utilities, cable included, 250-347-9582.

2 bdrm suite in Radium. W/D, fridge, stove, $800/month + utilities, DD required, 250-3479345.

GREAT VIEW – GREAT PRICE! Brand new sunny, 1 bdrm, 1000 sq. ft. suite in quiet home.

Centrally located, separate entrance, own laundry, off-street parking. Includes utilities, cable, internet. N/S, N/P, $1050.00 + DD, references required, 403922-8518 or invermerehome@ gmail.com 2 bdrms, main level, own livingroom, diningroom, entrance, shared laundry. Cable, internet, utilities included.

Couple preferred, cat lovers, $950/month, 250-342-8651.

Bright spacious 2 bdrm, Fairmont. N/S, N/P, includes utilities and wireless, $1100.00.

Call/text 250-270-0710.

Available November.

house FOR RENT Edgewater, brand new 4 bdrm, 2 full baths, $1500/month, available immediately. Call Kerry at 250-270-0545.

4 bdrm trailer for rent (or sale).

Available immediately, $900/ month. W/D, dishwasher, fridge stove, wood stove. No dogs, 250-342-7625.

5 bdrm, 3 bath home in Fairmont.

Fully furnished, $1350/month + util. Outdoor maintenance included, N/S, N/P, references and DD required. Available Nov. 1st , 250-342-8626.

Contact

250-342-5914 for seasonal or long term rentals or go online at

New home on Columbia Lake.

1800 sq. ft, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, 5 appliances, $1700/month + utilities. Must be N/S and N/P. References required, 250-3472422.

4 bdrm family home in Invermere near D/T, hospital, and schools.

2 bath, 22’ x 32’ shop, fenced yard, N/S, non-partiers with references, $1500/month + util.

Call Annette and Dale 306-7786992.

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

Furnished 1 & 2 bdrm + den units at Sable Resort, Radium.

Rent begins at $1150/month.

Email tschamotta@gmail.com

3 bdrm house in Windermere, 2 min. walk to beach, 1400 sq. ft, 6 appliances, 2 full baths, fireplace, private backyard with large deck, completely furnished, N/P, N/S, $1500.00 + util. + DD. Available immediately, 403-266-2403.

New 2 bdrm 3rd floor unfurnished condo in D/T Radium. N/S, N/P. A/C, W/D, 6 month lease. $1050.00/month +$600.00 DD. References required. Please contact Danette, 780-986-4228 or 780-299-3413.

Wonderfully maintained, fully furnished, 1500 sq. ft. home on the 12th fairway, Riverside Golf Course. Great views, deluxe master bedroom and ensuite, 2 guest bedrooms, oversized double garage, $1800/month, available Dec 1st, N/S. N/P, 250688-4104 (cell).

Lake Front Invermere, NEW condo, main floor, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, furnished, N/P, N/S, 6 appliances, rec centre, underground parking stall, $1785/month + DD, utilities included, Available Dec 1st , 403-861-0544 or srowell@telus. net

Radium Hot Springs 3 bdrm fully furnished condo for rent IMMEDIATELY. $1400/month, including utilities. 1500 sq. ft., W/D included, 250-347-9093, info@fauthfinancial.com Invermere 2 bdrm condo, newly renovated, fully furnished, close to D/T. Available immediately, $950.00 + DD. 1-250-833-0196, 250-341-1391 (cell), or 250341-5855.

2 bdrm, 2 bath, partly furnished condo, available Nov. 1st , $1250/month, utilities included, N/P, N/S, long-term lease, 780903-0900.

3 bdrm, 2 bath, fully furnished condo, available immediately, 6 month lease, $1650/month, utilities included, N/P, N/S, references required, 780-9030900.

Radium, Riverside townhouse. 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, single garage, very clean, like new, N/S, N/P, $1200/month + DD + util.

References required, 780-4755474.

Great view, close to amenities, 2 bdrm, 1 ½ bath condo in Canal Flats, available Nov. $950/ month + util, 250-489-8389.

Leave message.

Canal Flats, 2 bdrm, 1 ½ bath condo, $800/month + DD, N/P, 250-270-0165.

Invermere town house for rent.

3 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, 2 fireplaces, 5 appliances, $1400.00 + util, N/S, N/P. Available Nov. 1st , 403-703-0930.

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October 24, 2008

P ioneer C lassifieds condo FOR RENT

vacation rentals

mobile home for sale

Misc. for Sale

VEHICLE FOR SALE

VEHICLE FOR SALE

Brand new 3 bdrm luxury townhouse in Invermere. Lake, town and mountain views.

Hardwood, carpet, tile floors, granite counters, fireplace, unfurnished, 2 balconies, private garage, stainless appliances, W/D, lots of storage. Immediate possession available, $1,400 + utilities, N/P, N/S. Furnished rate negotiable, 403-827-1604.

New luxurious lake front condo, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, sleeps 6 adults. Faces lake, beautifully furnished, stainless appliances, wood floors, granite counters, fireplace, underground parking, in-suite laundry. Perfect getaway for family or friends.

Walking distance to beach and town. Currently available for Christmas and New Years!

Pricing from $200/night or $1200/week. N/P, N/S, call (403) 827-1604 or arhahn@telus.net

3 bdrm mobile home, oil and wood heat, new woodstove and chimney, new vinyl siding, storage shed, near school bus route, $49,000.00. Reasonable offers considered, 250-6880949.

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

4 all season 13” tires, $45.00 ea.

OBO. 1 15” tire. All good tread, 250-342-6127.

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

2005 GMC 2500 HD, 4x4, short box, extended cab, air, tilt, cruise, P/W, mint condition, $17,500.00, 250-342-0005.

1985 GMC 7000 dump truck, $5800.00. 1995 Ford 1 ton, 4x4, crew cab, $3500.00. Call 250342-5118.

2 bdrm condo near Sobeys. N/ S, N/P, $900/month, 250-3426255.

Furnished 2 bdrm condos for rent. One available Nov.1st , the other Dec.1st . Blackforest Village. $1500 all inclusive or $1200 + utilities. N/P, N/S, 250342-6818.

Canal Flats Condo, Jade Landing Development, 2+1 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 6 appliances, partially finished basement, 8 minutes to Fairmont, $900/month + utilities. Available November 1.

Contact Mike, 403- 804-6937.

1 bdrm luxury condo 5 min drive from Invermere. Newly renovated, furnished, W/D, cable, N/S, N/P. Shared pool & hot tub. Available Nov-May, $900 all inclusive, 250-6880244.

2 bdrm condo.Walk to downtown Invermere. Furnished, W/D, N/S, N/P. Cable & wireless. Long term preferred from Nov. 1st , $1200/ month, 250-688-0244.

vacation rentals 4 bdrm condo sleeps 5-6 people, fully furnished & equipped, linens, hot tub & utilities included. 1502-10th .

St. Invermere. Available Sept 29th -Oct 31st . Leave message, 1-877-868-6608, view pictures, www.ownerdirect.ca. $700/ week or $2500/month, 5 month minimum.

house for sale

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

HERITAGE RANCH HOUSE completely renovated 2600 sq. ft. house on 2.5 acres located outside of Windermere, in Elkhorn Country Estates, an exclusive private gated community, one of only 11 estates included in phase I. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, security system, working shutters, all services underground, fully furnished.

Phone Elkhorn Ranch at 250342-0617 or 250-342-1268.

Price reduced for home on 1.16 acres with panoramic Rocky Mountain & Columbia Lake view.

Lake access & private moorage, par 3 golf course nearby. See welist.com # 37505, Fairmont, 250-345-6226.

condo for sale Affordable 2 bdrm condo in downtown Invermere. $159,900.00. Call 250-3411182.

ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE

8 acres of hay meadow.

Beautiful mountain view with great building opportunity.

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

Spectacular Private Gated Acreage One of only 10 prestigious 3 plus acre estate lots in this private community. On a hill with 360 degree mountain views, minutes from Windermere beach. See welist.com Invermere. 250-3425367.

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.

RESORT PROPERtIES FOR SALE Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Golden www.adlerdevelopment.ca 250-344-8447 billy@adlerdevelopment.ca

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, $70/pick-up load. Call Elkhorn Ranch at 250342-0617.

Set of women’s left hand golf clubs, with bag, $125.00. Call 250-342-0838.

8500 watt Generator, 5500 continuous. 10hp Briggs & Stratton, only used a couple months. $1200.00 new, $850.00 firm, 250-342-1354.

Salon Equipment Sale: tanning bed, $2500.00. Shampoo chair, $50.00. Shampoo sink, $75.00.

Large barbacide jar, $10.00.

3 pedicure chairs $250.00 ea.

2 black student desk chairs, $10.00 ea. Office chair, $45.00.

2 manicure tables, $50.00 ea.

Bleach proof towels $ .50 ea.

Washer/dryer set $300.00.

Adjustable aesthetics chair, $200.00.

Small storage cabinet, $10.00. Custom made receptionist desk, $300.00.

Portable massage table, $200.00.

35 (2’x1’) glass shelving, $2.00 ea. 60 slat wall boards 2 (8’ x 4’) $25.00 ea. Boards 2 (5’ x 4’), $20.00 ea. 60 slat wall brackets, $180.00. 18 (2”) slat wall wire hooks $9.00. 10 (8”) slat wall wire hooks $6.00. 11 (10”) slat wall wire hooks $8.80. 3 large poster frames $20.00 ea. Open sign, $50.00. Call 250-3421143.

Brand new white PVC windows.

Assorted sizes. Contact Donna, 250-342-6301 (8:30 am – 5:00 pm).

VEHICLE FOR SALE 1998 Dodge Neon, 84,000 km, standard 5-speed, blue, 2 door, mint condition, car starter.

Asking $6000.00 OBO, 250-3427077.

1992 Honda Accord, fully loaded, 217,000 km. Needs nothing, $3500.00 OBO, 250-270-0698.

1993 Infinity J30T, low annual mileage, heated leather seats, brand new tires, new alternator, $3995.00 OBO, 250-342-6890.

1996 Ford Windstar SUV, sound but cracked windshield. Wheel chair ramp, $2000.00 OBO, 250270-0698.

1998 GM Yukon, fully loaded, w/winter tires and BFG M/T on American Racing rims, $8900.00 OBO, 250-342-2919.

2001 Subaru Forester, keyless entry, command start, cruise, A/C, CD, excellent condition, $9500.00, 250-688-4444.

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.

RV FOR SALE 2008 Sportsmaster by Extreme travel trailer. 26’ with slide out, excellent condition, asking $16,000.00, 250-342-4400 (day), 250-342-1700 (eve).

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.

Piet’s Carpentry, 35 years experience. Specializing in decks and small renovations. Call 250341-8271, email pwjansen@ telus.net Painting, Stain, Lacquer Residential/Commercial You want quality work A clean job site Done on schedule?

Call Roxanne Holden @ 250-688-0955.

CHILD CARE AVAILABLE, Monday – Friday. Rates negotiable.

Contact Ashley at 250-3413230.

vehicles for sale

We supply parts and service FOR ALL MAKES of: • snowmobiles • motorcycles • quads

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P ioneer C lassifieds services COLUMBIA VALLEY ROCKIES are looking for odd jobs or part-time work.

Call the coach @ 250-688-1515.

Hauling, yard work, no job too big or too small!

CAREERS Local Electrical Contractor looking for 3rd or 4th year apprentice. Please call Ian, 250341-1342.

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

Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada.

Housekeeper required. Fulltime, part-time at Fairmont Bungalows. Call 250-345-6365, fax 250-345-6348, or email bungalows@shaw.ca 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.

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.

Diversified excavation company seeking apprentice heavy equipment operator/labourer.

Must be physically fit and possess a positive attitude. Must have own transportation. Wage DOE and certifications. Willing to train. Fax resume to 250-3498227 or email fairmontseptic@ hotmail.com Join the team at Radium Resort.

We are currently accepting applications for the following full time year round positions:.

Housekeeping Room Attendant, Housekeeping Supervisor.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Please forward resumes to Joe Evanoff, fax 250-3476215, email radiumproshop@ radiumresort.com.

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.

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

fairmonthotsprings.com

Staff Accountant Robert D. Harvey & Co. Inc., CGA is a professional accounting rm located in Invermere. We are a quality driven and customer focused organization in need of a Staff Accountant. Our ideal candidate would possess the following skills: Job Duties/Responsibilities: - Bookkeeping and bank reconciliations - Computerized payroll - Prepare GST & PST tax returns accurately and timely - Reconciliation and analysis of accounts and booking of journal entries - Preparation of year-end working papers for a variety of businesses - Preparation of personal income tax returns - Special projects as required Education/Experience Requirements: - Working towards completion of accounting designation, degree or diploma is desirable - Strong computer, bookkeeping software and excel skills a denite asset - Strong analytical and accounting skills - Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks Email resumé to rharveycga@cyberlink.bc.ca or drop at Invermere ofce.

Robert D. Harvey & Co. Inc. offers a competitive compensation package and excellent opportunities for growth. Only resumes of candidates being considered will be acknowledged.

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For all your advertising needs, call Dave at 341-6299

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Councillor Bob Campsall explained why the council decided not to support the exclusion of Lot 4616, including the fact that the council received 31 letters from residents opposing the exclusion.

“We were impacted by the feelings of the community,” he said. “And we did not deem it wise to go ahead when there is not definitive community planning process yet.”

Mr. Campsall also said he felt the province’s move to exclude the land from the land reserve was premature.

Lorraine Schmidt, Project Manager for the Integrated Land Management Bureau disagreed, saying the province was not willing to fund a full community planning process until the land was removed from the land reserve.

“Everyone is upset now, but if we waited two years and spent $2.5 million then the land was not approved, I think it would be a lot worse,” Mr. Taft said.

But First Nations’ representatives were dissatisfied with the councillors’ justifications.

“Gerry, you are deep-sea fishing,” Shuswap representative Dean Martin said. “You’re standing with your line out, trying to hook something to explain all this.”

At the conclusion of the meeting, Mr. Taft offered his apologies, adding that they did not intend to be underhanded in any way.

Although no resolution was reached all parties agreed to take a step back and cool off until they received the results of an ethnobotanical study and archaeological impact assessment, as well as hearing the Agricultural Land Commission’s decision regarding the exclusion.

“I would really like to see the conclusion of this, but the most important part of this partnership was to build relationships between the province, the First Nations and the District of Invermere,” Dean Martin said.

“Going back to our separate corners is not going to help anyone. I don’t want to spin my wheels anymore.

“We have the chance to set a precedent and I want to be a part of that change.”

The Old Zone

By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist

from the kids will fit on the fridge.

Bonus!

I am hoping that you will leave your feedback on the guestbook page for Don as our website grows not only in size but also in importance to your everyday lives.

Check it out at www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=cvoha.

Thanks, Don – your effort is truly appreciated.

And finally, here are the October 15th results: Warwick gassed Petro-Can, Lake Auto rolled over Valley Vision, Huckleberry washed Da’Mudders and Inside Edge jolted Kicking Horse.

The Oldtimers’ league now has its very own website – can you believe it?

Our league is accessible to the entire planet.

This has transpired due to the sole effort of Don Clutterham. He has spent many hours putting this information together and updating it every week.

Don says there will be many interesting features that will make you want to visit the site often.

I know that things like “Player of the Week”, “Who’s Hot and Who’s Not”, “Who’s on a CVOHA League Standings Tropical Vacation” and “Who’s the League- Team W L T Points Scoring Leader” are all Huckleberry Hawks 5 0 0 10 things that will make 5 1 0 10 me check it out at least Inside Edge Black Smoke Warwick Wolves 4 1 1 once a week!

9 I think the wives Lake Auto Mustangs 3 1 1 7 will even like it because Hi Heat Hustlers 2 3 0 4 now we don’t have to 4 put our schedule on Radium Petro-Can Killer Tomatoes 2 3 0 the fridge anymore Kicking Horse Coffee 1 4 0 2 as we can check our Valley Vision Vultures 0 4 1 1 game time online. That 0 5 1 1 means more artwork Dale Christian Mudders

October 24, 2008

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 29

Far from the madding crowd

SHOULDER SEASON— Downtown was eerily quiet on a rainy October evening and deserted enough for the photographer to set up these timed exposures from the middle of the street.

Clockwise from top left: Be Gifted; the Toby Theatre; Invermere One-Hour Photo; Invermere Thrift Shop; Book Cellar/River Gems; and CastleRock Estates Sales.

Photos by Brian Geis

30 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY

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

October 24, 2008

NOTICE OF VOTING LOCAL CONSERVATION FUND

PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors within the Columbia Valley (including Electoral Areas F and G of the Regional District of East Kootenay, the District of Invermere, Village of Radium Hot Springs, and Village of Canal Flats) that a vote will be held on the following question:

3.

VILLAGE OF CANAL FLATS GENERAL VOTING:

8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Canal Flats Civic Centre 8909 Dunn Street, Canal Flats BC

“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?”

ADVANCE VOTING:

ELECTORAL AREA F GENERAL VOTING:

ELECTORAL REGISTRATION SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce - 651 Hwy 93/95, Invermere BC Fairmont Fire Hall - 4879 Fairmont Creek Rd., Fairmont Hot Springs BC Windermere Community Hall - 4726 North Street, Windermere BC

ADVANCE VOTING: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 - and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Windermere Community Hall - 4726 North Street, Windermere BC

2.

ELECTORAL AREA G GENERAL VOTING

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Brisco Community Hall - 4930 Dorney Road, Brisco BC Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce - 651 Hwy 93/95, Invermere BC Edgewater Legion Hall - 4858 Cordillera Ave, Edgewater BC Prestige Radium Hot Springs - Columbia Room, 7493 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs BC

ADVANCE VOTING: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 - and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Prestige Radium Hot Springs - Columbia Room, 7943 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs BC

MUNICIPAL VOTING LOCATIONS 1.

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE GENERAL VOTING:

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Invermere Community Hall 709 10th Street, Invermere BC

ADVANCE VOTING: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

- and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 8:30 am to 4:30 p.m.

District of Invermere Office 914 8th Avenue, Invermere BC

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VILLAGE OF RADIUM HOT SPRINGS GENERAL VOTING:

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 - and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Village Office 8853 Grainger Road, Canal Flats BC

ELECTORAL AREA VOTING LOCATIONS 1.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2008

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Radium Seniors Hall 4863 Stanley Street, Radium Hot Springs BC

ADVANCE VOTING: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

Village Office 4836A Radium Blvd.., Radium Hot Springs BC

If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older, • Canadian Citizen, • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day, • resident of OR registered owner of real property (land) in the Proposed Local Conservation Fund Service Area for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and • not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature).

Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitles to register to the property, and if more than one person owns the property, written consent from the majority of property owners to that person voting.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING - ELECTORAL AREAS ONLY Electors from Electoral Areas F and G may vote by mail if they: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity, OR • expect to be absent from the RDEK on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities.

REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE: Before 4 p.m. on November 13, 2008 you must submit the following information to the RDEK office in Cranbrook by mail (19-24th Ave S, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8), telephone (250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335), fax (250-4893498) or email (acharest@rdek.bc.ca): 1.

2.

3.

4.

Full Name, Residential Address, Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for non-resident property electors), Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: a) pick up at RDEK office in Cranbrook, OR (b) regular lettermail through Canada Post to residential address, OR (c) regular lettermail through Canada Post to an alternate address that you provide when requesting the ballot package, 5. If you are not on the list of electors, to ensure you receive the correct registration application form in your package, you must indicate whether you are not going to be registered as a resident or non-resident property elector.

The RDEK will send out mail ballot packages commencing on or about October 22, 2008. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later then 8 p.m. on November 15, 2008.

SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED BYLAW BYLAW NO. 2083 - “Local Conservation Fund Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2083, 2008” - This Bylaw will establish a local conservation fund in electoral Area F an G, the District of Invermere, Village of Radium Host Springs and Village of Canal Flats, The maximum amount that may be requisitioned annually for the service shall be $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.

TAKE NOTICE that the above is a synopsis of the proposed Bylaw and that this synopsis is not intended to be and is not to be understood as an interpretation of the Bylaw. The full Bylaw may be inspected at the Regional District of East Kootenay office, 19 - 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC, during regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.

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.

Lee-Ann Crane, Chief Election Officer

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October 24, 2008

Valley Churches

FAITH

History a valuable lesson

By Sandy Ferguson Windermere Valley Alliance Church How important is the history of the church?

How much should our history shape our witness today? I feel that these are important questions for the church to ask itself, because as we face the future, for the tree of faith to flourish, it needs strong roots.

This week is a good week to explore these questions, as it’s Reformation Sunday. The Reformation began in 1519 with the actions of a German monk called Martin Luther. He challenged the authority of the church of medieval Europe and opened the floodgates to forces that would change the world forever. It would be the work of Martin Luther, Ulrich Zwingli, John Calvin, John Knox and countless other men and women who were the Reformers that would lay the foundation for the modern world that we know.

At the heart of the Reformation was a belief that the church needed to change to respond to the needs of the people of Europe. Many people felt the church was out of touch and they wanted their voices heard.

They wanted change that would allow them to continue to be faithful to Christ Jesus as they lived their lives in a changing world. And in the age of the Reformation people had access to technology that would

allow them to have access to new ways of thinking, to hear different voices from around the world through Europe’s adoption of the printing press.

But too often the established church found it difficult to change, wanting to maintain the status quo, hoping that eventually such voices would fade away and life would return to normal. But they wouldn’t, because if the questions that were being asked are fundamental to one’s faith, how does one develop a relationship with God through Christ Jesus?

The Reformers heard these voices and struggled with the questions. Often they would offer answers acceptable to some, but not to others, and there would be conflict. But as the world of faith was going through a period of such profound change, this was an opportunity to explore new visions of faith.

One such example was that Luther and others felt it was of critical importance that the Bible be translated into the language of the ordinary people, so everyone could read it and develop their relationship with God through its pages. Worship should be celebrated in such a way that people could actually understand what was being said. Luther himself wrote many hymns to contemporary music; the music for “A Mighty Fortress is Our God” was originally a pub song! His critics challenged him on such a blasphemy; his response was, “Why should the devil have all of the good tunes?”

Through the Reformation, the church – the Body of Christ – was renewed. As we celebrate the history of our faith, the question we should ask ourselves is: are we ready to continue the work of Reformation and respond to the challenges of the changing world?

Lake Windermere Alliance Church October 26th: 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 Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-9535 Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED October 26th: 8:30 a.m. at All Saints, Edgewater 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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President Grant Watkins • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-345-0079

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