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Invermere couple’s home target of swastika-bearing firecrackers

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff

Local RCMP StaffSergeant Doug Pack said that so far they have no leads into who is responsible.

He also said they are treating the offence as an act of vandalism, not a hate crime, as it does not fit the description in the Criminal Code of Canada.

He said if the harassment of these victims continues, it is only a matter of time before those responsible are caught.

“The words escape me – there is stupidity and there’s mischief and then – this incident is off-side,”

An Invermere couple is reeling after their home was bombarded with firecrackers bearing swastikas and the Star of David late at night on Saturday, November 8th.

George and Mariane Comis were watching television at around 11:30 p.m. when the firecrackers were launched towards their home, burning their deck and front door mat. George Comis, standing with his wife Mariane, points to The next morning a burn mark on his wooden deck caused by a firecracker.

Photo by Cayla Gabruck George found six fire- crackers strewn around his home, many bearing swastikas. But it was the one there’s going way off-side that burned itself out on his front deck he found most he said. disturbing.

This was not the first time the couple has been “There were two firecrackers wrapped up together tormented. The previous night, at around the same with tape, and on one side there was a swastika and the time, the couple was watching television when they Star of David,” Mr. Comis said, obviously shaken. were startled by someone ringing their doorbell, kickGeorge and Mariane, who are not Jewish, have ing their door and yelling at them. their own theory as to why they were targeted.

“Perhaps they were calling names,” Mr. Comis George hails from Greece, so the couple flies both said. “You could hear it was young men’s voices.” a blue-and-white Greek flag and a Canadian flag in Although startled, the couple brushed off the adofront of their 12th Avenue home. They believe that the lescent prank, until an hour later when the vandals vandals may have mistaken it for the Israeli flag. returned and smashed a pumpkin against the front of “When my wife suggested it, I started to wonder, the house. maybe they think we are Jewish people,” Mr. Comis “Why would they do this?” Mr. Comis asked. said.

“Not only that, but why did they choose us?” Mrs. “You hear the horror stories that happen in other Comis said. “Maybe we know them, maybe we don’t, places – in Montreal, throwing bombs at the houses maybe they are neighbourhood kids – because we and synagogues – then I started to worry. don’t know, that is where the worry comes.”

“Sure, we have not had another incident – yet. But Retired restaurant owners, George and Mariane kids, you never know, are they even kids? Do they hate have been residents of Invermere for 24 years. They blue-and-white flags? Are they anti-Semitic? Thinking have two grown children, Alexandra, 25, and Arne, about all of that stuff– yes, we worry.”

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November 21, 2008

Valley NEWS

Miller, Hawes join Invermere council

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Invermere’s new mayor got a pleasant shock last Saturday night as he sat watching the ballots being counted at the community hall.

“It was clear within the first 20 ballots counted that I was the favourite,” mayor-elect Gerry Taft said.

“I was predicting a vote of about 600 to 400, so I was very surprised and happy with the results.”

In fact, Mr. Taft received 838 votes, while his competitor Barry Brown-John received 225.

“I think the results were both an endorsement of me and a clear vote against Barry,” he said.

But he doesn’t regret the way his campaign progressed. “Having a mayoral race was a good thing for Invermere,” he said. “It helped create more attention and get people involved.”

Sitting around Mr. Taft at the council table will be Al Miller, who received 578 votes; incumbent Ray Brydon, with 550 votes; fellow incumbent Bob Campsall, with 548; and Spring Hawes, with 458.

Defeated candidates were Mike Thomas, 436 votes; Nick Berzins, 416; Rob Harvey, 373; Taoya Schaefer, 358; and Fred Thode-Hamilton, 230.

Mr. Taft said that Invermere made an obvious statement through their voting pattern.

“It was clear that the residents of Invermere, even with the council candidates, wanted to see balance on council. They chose representatives of many different

aspects of the community. And they wanted the same for mayor and potentially someone who could break tie votes,” he said.

New councillor Al Miller agreed Invermere’s next representatives are from all walks of life.

“I think the new council has a good balance,” he said. “The folks who were on council last term are community-minded, as I have seen in the past.”

Incumbent councillor Ray Brydon said the voting pattern showed Invermere’s confidence in the last council. “The constituents like the direction council is going,” he said. “It adds so much continuity to have people on council who have served before and understand where the District is going.”

Bob Campsall agreed.

“This level of constituency is very important,” he said. “There are lots of leftover details we are holding on to and we will also have a corporate identity intact as we go into a new economic era.”

New councillor Spring Hawes, who owns and operates Spring Health Foods, suggested that Invermere chose the familiar.

“I hope people supported me based on my approach to council, but it almost seems as though people voted for the familiar,” she said.

“I am guessing people supported me because I have been around a while as a business owner and they know me.”

The councillors say they are all looking forward to working with Mayor Taft.

“He is young, he brings a lot of ideas to the table and he has not gone at anything without research,” said Al Miller. “I think having Gerry as mayor is going to be a real plus.”

Ray Brydon reflected on what some considered Mr. Taft’s biggest obstacle. “I don’t think his youth mattered to people,” he said. “They were just happy he had the experience to do the job.”

Invermere’s councillors are both thankful for the support, and looking forward to the work ahead.

“I am out amongst the public a lot and they have given me their confidence to run for council,” Al Miller said. “I truly appreciate it.”

“I feel quite honoured that the residents of Invermere have chosen me for a fifth term,” Bob Campsall said. “I believe the new council will be very effective and I am quite pleased.”

“Council is my number one priority next to my family,” Ray Brydon said. “I am happy to dedicate my time to council. I enjoyed the last three years and I am looking forward to the next three.”

“I think the current council are going to be great to work with,” Spring Hawes added.

Gerry Taft is also pleased to have the line-up he does.

“I am really happy with council and I respect all of the councillors as individuals,” he said. “I think we can work well together as a team.”

For more election coverage, see Page 24.

Canfor mill to see $10-million expansion

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff The Canadian Forest Products lumber manufacturing operation in Radium will soon begin work on a project that will help to secure the jobs of 170 current employees, and improve the operation’s environmental sustainability.

The project, which will cost more than $10 million, will see construction of a biomass-fired ther-

mal oil energy system – using residual wood products from the plant, also known as biomass, rather than the propane that now generates heat used in the manufacturing process.

Stephen Mackie, General Manager of Operations at Canfor-Radium, said this project will have a huge impact on the company’s ability to compete in the marketplace, since it will reduce the sawmill’s operating costs.

“The security and stability that this project

brings to this division, our employees and the community of Radium is significant,” Mr. Mackie said.

The Canfor plant in Radium is comprised of a sawmill, planer mill complex and woodland operations. The operation has capacity to produce about 190 million board feet of high-quality lumber products annually for sale and distribution to Canfor customers worldwide.

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On November 14th, Columbia Valley RCMP received report of a stolen pick-up from Lower Lakeview Road, Windermere. The vehicle – a 1992 Toyota pickup truck – was stolen sometime after 7 a.m. on November 13th and was found burnt in Abbotsford, B.C. on the morning of November 14th. Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the RCMP at (250) 342-9292 or Crimestoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS).

Have gun, will travel On November 15th at about 1 a.m., a member of the RCMP was northbound on Hwy 93/95 at Radium Hot Springs following a 1988 Red Honda Accord with a burnt-out left rear tail light. When the car was stopped and the officer went to the driver’s window, he could clearly see a rifle within arm’s reach of both the driver and front seat passenger.

The driver, and front seat passenger, were ordered out of the vehicle and arrested. Further checks showed that the firearm was not registered and there was ammunition found on one of the subjects when they were searched incidental to arrest. The ammunition and the firearm were seized by the RCMP. Further scrutiny of the insurance documents confirmed that the vehicle was not insured and the serial numbers had been removed by the driver which he confirmed was to “trick” police.

The driver, a 24-year-old Golden man, was charged with No Insurance and for removing the serial numbers under the Motor Vehicle Act. He was released on an Appearance Notice (Offence Act) and is to appear in Invermere Provincial Court on December 15th, 2008. RCMP are still considering further legal action with respect to the manner in which the firearm was being transported.

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Burglars set for mobile computing On November 17th, RCMP were called to the Rocky Mountain School District building in Invermere. Two separate windows were smashed at different areas of the building and computer laptops were grabbed and taken. The estimated amount of stolen property is valued at about $2,500 and the damage to the windows about $1,000. Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the RCMP at (250) 342-9292 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Detachment Commander’s Note: This piece is meant for whoever is responsible for recent acts of vandalism to a residence on 12th Avenue in Invermere. Apparently, pranksters have been ringing the doorbell of this house at all hours of the night. The homeowner usually flies the national flag of Greece at his house, and for some reason, activity has stepped up to the point where part of his deck had been burned by fireworks that have had swastikas drawn on them.

This thoughtless act of vandalism, considering the symbolism used in the act, can evoke emotions that defy imagination. While freedom of expression is a Canadian constitutional guarantee, and images in and of themselves may mean nothing – using them in a criminal act, with intent to incite hatred, can bring about severe consequences for the offender when caught.

It’s a dangerous path you’re on and it’s best to stop your journey now. My advice is to first stop committing such acts, and secondly – read and learn about what such symbols have meant to people. Thousands of Canadians died at the hands of those who wore such symbols, so you would not have to. You might think your actions were only a joke – but nobody’s laughing.

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November 21, 2008

Invermere to seek public opinion on annexing 3,000-acre Grizzly Ridge It is a big massive open space that has had trails on it for 50 years.”

The council’s vote is the first part of a five-step legislated process.

The first step, now underway, will see the district consult with the Regional District of East Kootenay, the Shuswap and Ktunaxa Bands, and the provincial Land Reserve Commission. This stage is expected to take up to three months.

Once support has been stated by those groups, the district will send an application to the Ministry of Transportation, who must approve the expansion because of the presence of roads on the property. The formation of this application and its approval are steps two and three of the process, and together they will take about three months.

Step four is public consultation. The proposal will be advertised in local media, and Invermere residents will have 30 days to register their approval or oppostion to the expansion. If more than 10 percent of residents oppose, a referundum could be held. This process could take up to six months.

Step five is the implementation of the expansion, in which the District of Invermere, the Regional District of East Kootenay and the provincial cabinet approve the inclusion. This would take up to three months.

Chris Prosser said that residents can expect public information hearings to be scheduled in February or March 2009.

All four councillors present supported the decision, adding that residents should not see this as an indication of urban sprawl.

“We don’t need the land, but it is in our best interests to have control over what happens to the land surrounding us,” said councillor Ray Brydon.

“Urban sprawl is not what we want; density is what we want and we have room for that in our downtown.”

Councillor Gerry Taft said that future planning

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The District of Invermere could double its size within the next two years.

On November 12th, councillors voted to start consultation on expanding Invermere’s boundaries to include the Grizzly Ridge property.

Bordering the district to the south and west, the 3,000-acre property was purchased by Calgary developer Mark Himmelspach in December 2004. He first came to the District of Invermere requesting part of the property be included within its boundaries in January 2005.

However, negotiations broke down in December 2006 over the dedication of parkland within the property, and the allotment of areas for the construction of Westside Parkway, a new road that would link CastleRock Estates, Pineridge Mountain Resort and Canyon View Road to the industrial area in Athalmer.

At last week’s council meeting, Chief Administrator Chris Prosser explained why the issue has come back to council for consideration.

“Since 2007 staff have been working on council’s behalf to resolve the outstanding issues,” he said.

“In 2007 council’s resolution was to not consider the expansion until the lot subdivision was substantially complete.”

Now the property has been divided into 12 lots – each 149 acres in size.

A covenant has been placed on the land that would ensure the district deals with only one owner, despite the prospect of the lots being sold.

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“It should be part of the discussion that this is a 25-year to 70-year land supply for Invermere,” he said, pointing out that slated uses for the land include industrial, commercial, public institutional, urban reserve and agricultural, as well as residental.

“At the moment we have allowance for recreational properties, yes, but not commercial or light industrial,” he said.

“This would be a significant land supply for the future. We need more vision for long-term plans than just second homes for Calgarians.”

He added that a referendum could be a wise decision from the get-go.

“My personal bias is I would like to see it go to referendum,” he said.

“People have had a hard time trusting in the process. It strikes them as strange that they have to register their opposition to have a vote, so it makes sense to have a referendum to begin with.”

Councillor Bob Campsall stated his hesitation over the proposal.

“I am not comfortable with this but I am prepared to do it,” he said.

“On the one hand, this is land under the regional district with our principal water supply on it and it will be developed. It is a complex situation and the only way to achieve what we want is to have some control.

“I am being ruled by the thought: given all the things that impact us on that property, we are doing the citizens a much better service trying to plan now than looking back later and saying we should have,” he concluded.

Outgoing councillor Sarah Bennett echoed Chris Prosser’s sentiment that the proposal deserves to be in the public forum.

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November 21, 2008

No losers in this race

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher

Although we use the term winner and loser when writing about election results, it isn’t really fair to characterize anyone in this municipal election as a loser.

Everyone who ran was keen to dedicate thousands of hours and put up with a lot of aggravation in order to serve their community, and that means they are winning citizens.

People were elected for a whole variety of personal and professional reasons – they are well-known in the community, they have clearly-expressed goals, they have previous civic and volunteer experience, or they have no previous experience at all.

In Invermere, the number of candidates for council meant that the vote was split seven different ways for four spots, and everyone could vote for various combinations. In fact, the difference between the successful candidate with the lowest number of votes and the unsuccessful candidate with the highest number of votes was just 22.

Out of 1,084 votes cast, each individual candidate garnered the support of at least a couple of hundred people, and that’s something they can be proud of.

Hopefully, the unsuccessful candidates won’t feel rejected, because their willingness to serve means that they could do a lot to contribute to the health of the community.

We would love to see them participating in community decisions, attending council meetings, writing letters to the editor or serving on advisory committees. And definitely, they should consider running again next time when the issues and the options might be quite different.

It’s too bad everybody couldn’t have been elected. Now, that would have made for some interesting council meetings.

Our hearty congratulations to everyone who ran.

You’re all winners in our books.

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Most letters opposed to rezoning Dear Editor: There has been some discussion (by Regional District of East Kootenay board members) as to how many Windermere residents are actually opposed to the proposed Kicking Horse Coffee processing facility.

Listed are the results from all letters received by the regional district from the Windermere

residents (as of the public hearing on October 20th). This information is available to all regional district board members through the regional office.

In the future, I hope all board members will utilize this resource before speaking publicly.

Letters received by the Regional District of East Kootenay as of October 20th, 2008 (Public Hearing):

Windermere area only: Opposed to rezoning: 126 Supporting rezoning: 23 That means 85 percent were opposed to the rezoning and 15 percent were in favour of the rezoning. The people of Windermere have spoken. It’s time for the regional board to listen.

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November 21, 2008

Thanks for the support: candidate Robert Harvey Dear Editor: I would like to thank all those Invermere residents who voted for me on November 15. It was my pleasure to run for council and try to effect a change in the misdirection of the District.

From almost all the residents that I have spoken with, I have heard that they were unhappy with the current (now past) council’s lack of leadership, poor planning decisions, poor communication and inability to run the District from the top down.

However, the majority of the residents chose to retain all the candidates from the last council, and elect two councillors who do not live in the District.

We now have no chance of any substantial change in the District. When the economy turns we can look for more high-density vacation rentals in the downtown, and even if it doesn’t, property tax increases at three times the inflation rate, higher and more fees, bad roads, paying over two times the engi-

neer’s estimated costs for infrastructure upgrades, proceeding in the short term with infrastructure upgrades for development that is not likely to occur for more than a decade, and no matter what the economy is doing, council spending their time and our tax dollars discussing and involving themselves in issues outside of the District’s boundaries and/or jurisdiction.

I would like congratulate Al Miller who will be a great councillor, with a sense for business and fairness; and also Gerry Taft, who will make a good mayor. I witnessed Gerry at the last council meeting stand alone on an issue based on the best interests of the entire District, and not for the interests of a select few who because of what was described as an error of the District in 2004 got their cake and now want to eat ours, too.

Good luck to them both; they will need it.

Robert Harvey Invermere

Columbia Lake needs our attention, too Dear Editor: We read many articles telling how important it is to attract tourists to this area.

We have so much to offer – lakes, hot springs, golf courses, skiing, etc.

We also have our majestic mountains, streams and a moderate temperature.

Seems like we have it all. Apart from the lakes, all the other recreations are taken care of very well.

The lakes, as the greatest attraction, must be maintained in as healthy and fresh condition as possible.

There has always been a great deal of concern regarding Lake Windermere. The public is kept up to date on what is happening and what has to be done to maintain a healthy lake.

What about the Columbia Lake?

I live at Columere Park and have

been here off and on since 1960. I have watched the changes that have occurred over the past 50 or so years.

Back in the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, the lake benefitted from the flow of water from Dutch Creek.

During these years the flow from the Dutch Creek entered the lake at the westerly end. As a result, the lake was cleaner, fresher, had fewer weeds, and had better fishing, just to mention a few things.

Now the flow coming down Dutch Creek has found a creek bed that leads to the Columbia River.

Why not bring this fresh water back into the valuable Columbia Lake? The lake is valuable to tourism and also to us, the people who live here.

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November 21, 2008

B.C. finance minister paints rosy picture

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The British Columbia Minister of Finance was in the Columbia Valley on Wednesday, November 12th for a series of meetings.

Colin Hansen met with Invermere mayor and council, the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, Radium Chamber of Commerce, Radium mayor and council, and representatives of Panorama Mountain Resort and Jumbo Glacier Resort.

In the lead-up to the release of the 2009 budget, Colin Hansen is touring the province to garner feedback and suggestions from regional representatives.

“Public service and province-wide organizations have a lot of opportunity for input, but until I get out of Victoria I don’t get direct input from regional communities,” Mr. Hansen said.

This is in addition to a Budget Consultation Report soon to be released by the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services.

“We have a good track record of ticking off those recommendations,” he said.

As well as listening to suggestions, Mr. Hansen had a positive message for B.C. residents.

“British Columbia is faring relatively well economically compared to the rest of North America and the world,” he said.

“We have recorded positive economic growth and the chance of an economic recession in B.C. is very remote, based on economists’ advice,” he continued.

“We are tracking revenues significantly above what we had budgeted for.”

He suggested that within two years we will see an increase in visitors from the south. “The state of the Canadian dollar is good news for the tourism industry,” Mr. Hansen said. “It will help to regenerate the U.S. tourism we have seen in previous years.”

It won’t be clear sailing the whole time, but it is not as dire as some reports have suggested.

“Next year will be difficult on the North American economy, but economists are predicting a recovery in late 2009,” he said.

At Invermere’s council meeting last week, councillor Gerry Taft said that council had discussed the expansion of the hospital’s emergency department, and the upcoming hotel tax with Mr. Hansen.

The provincial government is currently considering the District of Invermere’s plans for a new two-percent hotel tax, matched by funding from the province.“We didn’t receive any cheques but it was still a good meeting,” Mr. Taft said.

“There will be feedback very soon,” Mr. Hansen said.

Al Miller, president of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, said they also had positive discus-

sion with the minister.

“It was a very constructive meeting,” Mr. Miller said. “I came out of it feeling pretty good about things.”

He said topics discussed were highways and infrastructure, the impact of the 2010 Olympics and the overall economy. The minister’s positive account of the economy was very welcome.

“I keep hearing grinding in the media about a recession and the housing meltdown,” he said.

“We are riding tough times and we will need prudent management on all companies’ behalf. But we are living in a pretty unique area. We are going to be OK; we just have to watch our budget and market the area well.”

The meeting in Radium Hot Springs was the largest, with attendees including Radium’s current mayor and council and municipal candidates, Radium Chamber of Commerce, and representatives of Panorama Mountain Resort and Jumbo Glacier Resort.

Dale Genest, marketing administrator for Tourism Radium, said he also came away from the meeting thinking “B.C. is in a good position in comparison to the rest of the world.”

Mr. Hansen also spoke to the Radium group about highways and infrastructure, the state of his Ministry, and the impact natural gas revenue has had on British Columbia’s budget.

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Out & About A set of three Cinefest movies are being shown this weekend by the Columbia Valley Arts Council at Pynelogs. Kicking off the trio is the movie Amal, starring actress Koel Purie. For more, see Page 12.

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November 21, 2008

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

Review: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 Reviewed by Sally Waddington This undeniably cheesy chick flick is the kind of corny that keeps you warm at night.

Following from the 2005 original, the film watches four friends who spend their summers apart, linked only by one magical pair of jeans that fits all of them and is known to produce emotional miracles for the wearer.

Since the last movie, the girls have graduated from high school and started college. Lena (Alexis Bledel) is studying art at the Rhode Island School of Design.

Bridget (Blake Lively) is in the soccer program at Brown. Tibby (Amber Tamblyn) is a film student at New York University. And Carmen (America Ferrara) is at Yale, working backstage on theatre productions to fill the hole left by her absent friends.

When summer rolls around, each of the girls de-

cides to take a special course. As a result, they are separated once more, and the pants are deployed to unite them.

Over the weeks, the girls face personal and romantic challenges, such as a pregnancy scare, a catty little sister, a frenemy, a long-lost grandmother and a new sibling.

The film's stars have proven themselves in popular television series. Former model Alexis Bledel won a Teen Choice Award for her role as Rory in Gilmore Girls. Amber Tamblyn was nominated for an Emmy for Joan of Arcadia. Blake Lively is the current It girl, thanks to her role as Serena in Gossip Girl. And the immensely talented America Ferrara has taken off the Ugly Betty braces that won her both an Emmy and a Golden Globe.

Joining these teen favourites are screen veterans such as Blythe Danner and Kyle MacLachlan.

The films are based on the bestselling novel series by Ann Brashares, adapted for film by Elizabeth Chandler. It is directed by Sanaa Hamri.

The sequel is cut from the same denim as the original, but it's not quite as tear-jerking. That said, there are the obligatory swoon moments, warm fuzzies and times to wipe a tear away.

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

Toby Theatre: • Closed until December 26th.

Friday, November 21st: • 7 p.m.: Cinefest Film Festival Weekend: Amal at the Pynelogs Culture Centre. Three-film package for $25 showing tonight, Saturday and Sunday; individual films $10 each. For info: Cathy at 250-342-2001.

Saturday, November 22nd: • 3-4:30 p.m.: Pothole Park Fun Day. Bring your kids to challenge the Rockies to a game of snow hockey (or grass hockey). BBQ, hot chocolate and entertainment.

• 5-8 p.m.: Light-up Invermere celebrations: stores will be open for Christmas shopping. Live music and entertainment, fire pits, hot chocolate, vendors and the lighting of the town Christmas Tree at Cenotaph Park. Santa Claus arrives at 6 p.m. Charles Dickens is the theme – prizes for best costume and for best decorated business.

• 6:30 p.m.: The Invermere Health Care Auxiliary presents Sensational Seconds – an evening of fun in fashion and a silent auction at the Invermere Community Hall. Tickets: $15, available at Details

by JoAnne, Tiffany’s Thredz, Essentials, Skookum Inn and the Thrift Store.

• 7-9:30 p.m.: Fusion Wellness Spa’s 2nd Annual PJ Party: Wear your PJs and enjoy treatments, demonstrations, products savings, spa packages and spa treatment giveaways.

• 7 pm.: Cinefest Film Festival Weekend: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly at the Pynelogs Culture Centre.

Three-film package for $25 showing Friday, Saturday and Sunday; individual films $10 each.

Sunday, November 23rd: • Noon: Ultimate 45-minute walk/run for the Food Bank at Mount Nelson Athletic Park (start at first cattle guard

on Toby Creek Road). Cost $5 and a non-perishable food donation. Call Michelle at Columbia Valley Life Sports: 250-342-8737 or visit: columbiavalleylifesports. com. Refreshments and prizes afterwards.

• 3 p.m.: Cinefest Film Festival Weekend Matinee: The Stone Angel at the Pynelogs Culture Centre. Threefilm package for $25 showing Friday, Saturday and Sunday; individual films $10 each.

Monday, November 24th: • 7 p.m.: Ladies Night Out at the Lake Windermere Alliance Church. With guest speaker Annette Stanwick, enjoy the songs of Christmas, fashions from Details by JoAnne and delve into desserts.

Tickets are $8.

Thursday, November 27th: • Mitten Making workshop for youths, sponsored by the Métis Columbia River Society at David Thompson Secondary School. For info, call DawnaLea at: 250-344-2156.

Friday, November 28th: • Gingerbread House Building Workshops at Quality Bakery every Friday at 3-4 p.m., and on Saturdays 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. Children $19, adults $21.

Registration and pre-payment required. Call 250342-9913.

Saturday, November 29th: • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Craft Sale at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort put on by Hoodoo Quilt Guild.

• 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Christmas Craft Fair & Tea at the Royal Canadian Legion in Invermere. (Also running on Sunday, November 30th, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.)

Call: 250-347-9341 to book a table.

• 10 a.m. Annual Christmas Bake Sale and Silent Auction Kick-off. Stock up on holiday goodies at the library. Baking donations appreciated. Silent auction bids close at 8 p.m. on December 17th. All funds raised support the library.

•10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Pet Photos with Santa at The Lions Hall. Call ICAN for info: 250-341-7888.

• 1-4 p.m. Columbia Garden Residents White Elephant and Bake Sale, Invermere.

• Greek Food and Great Music with the The HalfSacks at Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House, Radium. Tickets $20/adults and $10/kids. For info call: 250-347-6567.

Sunday, November 30th: • Noon-4 p.m.: Super Sunday Celebrations: Santa Claus Parade. Catch the merchant specials, take a hay ride, visit Santa Claus and pick up your Christmas tree.

Friday, December 5th: • 4–8 p.m.: The 15th Original Christmas Craft Sale at the Invermere Community Hall. Also on Saturday, December 6th at 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Set-up: Friday noon.

Cost $50 per booth. For more info, contact Carolyn at: cbarz@telus.net or call 250-342-6818.

• 7:30 p.m.: The Valley Voices Community Choir presents their Annual Christmas Concert, with the voices of Eileen Madson Primary School at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere (also on Saturday). Adults $10; students $5; ages 6 and under $2. Tickets available at Invermere One Hour Photo, and N’Deco in Radium. Please bring Food Bank donations.

Saturday, December 6th: • Snowflake Ball sponsored by the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce at the Lions Hall. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m., hot buffet dinner at 7:30 p.m. Dance 9 p.m.–1 a.m. with the popular band, Eragone.

Tickets: $40 per person, not be available at the door.

Call 250-342-2844. Tickets are now available for pick-up at the Chamber office.

Sunday, December 7th: • 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Christmas Craft Fair and Lunch at the Edgewater Hall. Door prizes, games for kids, photos with Santa, crafts, gifts, ornaments and baked goods.

Admission: $1 (children under 12 free). Tables for crafters are available for a $15 registration fee. Please call 250-347-9868 or 250-347-9860.

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November 21, 2008

Three Cinefest movies at Pynelogs this weekend

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“I laughed.”

“I cried.”

“I thought about taking up singing.”

“The intimacy of the Pynelogs Cultural Centre added to the enjoyment of the film.”

Those were just some of the comments following the showing of Cinefest’s first film of the season. Young@ Heart, a funny and poignant documentary, follows the rehearsal sessions and lives of members of the Young@Heart chorus – average age 82 – practising for a major concert.

“Hosting the films at Pynelogs allows patrons to enjoy a beverage while enjoying complimentary snacks,” said Cathy Howard, Cinefest co-ordinator.

“And, the pre- and post-movie socializing that in the past took place in the cold under the lights of main street, can now take place in the comfort of a beautiful heritage building.”

“Along with our move to a new, ‘old’ venue, it was decided to change the format for this season’s Cinefest,” said Cathy. “For the past several years we’ve hosted a single film each month. This season we’re presenting the Columbia Valley Film Festival, showing three films over the weekend of November 21st to 23rd.”

Amal, a Canadian production filmed in India, tells the story of the relationship between a wealthy family patriarch and Amal, an auto-rickshaw driver. The film shows an unvarnished India and is a powerful and touching story of one man’s decency. Remember: Friday, November 21st at 7 p.m.

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly is the story of a successful fashion editor and carefree womanizer, who is paralyzed by a massive stroke. Unable to move a muscle – except his left eyelid – he learns to communicate with family and friends. Remember: Saturday, November 22nd at 7 p.m.

Another new feature for Cinefest is a Sunday matinee. At 3 p.m. Sunday, November 23rd, The Stone Angel will be presented. Based on Margaret Laurence’s acclaimed novel, this film follows the story of Hagar Shipley, who despite facing imminent death, refuses to yield to mortality. Hagar’s mind merges past and present as she makes a final grasp for independence, finding an unexpected and humbling reconciliation.

“We had a full house for our first film of the season. Seating is limited, so plan to go early and enjoy the complimentary snacks before the film,” Cathy said. Tickets will be available at the door. The three-film package is $25; individual films are $10. For more information, contact Cathy Howard at 250342-7071 or 250-342-2001.

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November 21, 2008

Bud’s Bar requests extension of patio hours to 2 a.m.

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Bud’s Bar has applied to Invermere council to extend the operating hours of its patio.

On November 12th, council received an application from Bud’s to change its liquor licence to allow the outdoor patio to stay open until 2 a.m.

The current licence was changed in 2007 to allow the patio to stay open until midnight. Previously it was closed at 10 p.m.

Under the current licence, the doors to the patio must be closed at 10 p.m. and all patrons cleared from it by midnight.

However, councillor Gerry Taft explained that already the patio is unofficially kept open after midnight, although drinking is not permitted.

“It is a stretch of the intention. They’re operating in a grey area, and I am interested to see what the com-

munity has to say,” Mr. Taft commented.

Director of development services Rory Hromadnik explained that extending the hours would allow Bud’s to have more control over their smoking patrons, some of whom stand on the footpath to smoke.

Also, he pointed out that Copper City, opposite Bud’s on 13th Street, already has a licence to leave their patio open until 2 a.m.

Bob Campsall said that he is hesitant to consider the application.

“I am not in favour of people drinking and smoking in public; however, I am interested in what the neighbours have to say,” he said.

Councillors Ray Brydon and Sarah Bennett also approved the motion.

Businesses and residences within 100 metres of Bud’s will be made aware of the application and a public hearing will be held before council considers the application again.

Radium traffic slows down to 40 km

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff The Village of Radium Hot Springs has officially changed its speed limits. On November 19th council unanimously voted to reduce the speed limit to 40 kilometres per hour, with the exception of Foresters Landing Road, which will remain at 50 kilometres per hour.

“The change in speed is consistent with our Official Community Plan goal to create a safe, walkable community,” Mayor Greg Deck said.

Although the village received very little feedback from the community regarding the change, many residents are supportive of the new amendment.

“I think it’s a good idea,” said Don Jumaga, a retired police officer living on Jackson Avenue. “We certainly have a lot of children running around and a lot of wild animals – it’s an excellent idea.”

“I think that’s great, it certainly is,” said Mickey Hess, another retiree living on Kirk Street. “We sure need to slow people down.”

RCMP will begin enforcing the bylaw as soon as the new speed limit signs are posted.

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November 21, 2008

Chisel Peak to pay $1 annual parking fee

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Mayor-elect Gerry Taft voted against his fellow councillors last week on a lease agreement with Chisel Peak Medical Centre.

The proposed lease authorizes the owners of the Chisel Peak building to use a lot owned by the District of Invermere as a parking area for a period of five years, with a rental amount of $1 per year.

Mr. Taft suggested that amount was too small and moved to increase it to $1,000 per year.

However, Mr. Taft’s motion was defeated three to one by the rest of council.

Chisel Peak Holdings first submitted a development application to the District of Invermere in 2002.

It provided for 15 underground parking stalls. In May 2004 the application was resubmitted, without underground parking.

Invermere’s Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw requires all developments to have off-street parking. However, in 2004, district staff made an error by accepting the application without provisions for off-street parking.

Consequently, Chisel Peak constructed a 29-stall gravel parking area on the vacant lot next to its building at a cost of about $40,000. There is also permitted

angle parking in front of the building.

In 2006, the owners of the medical centre returned to the District of Invermere asking for the lot where the gravel parking area is located to be given to them.

They were refused.

“Chisel Peak never expressed an interest in buying the land, they wanted it to be given to them,” said Mr. Taft. “It has always bothered me that our mistake doubled the space of their building. They were the beneficiaries of the mistake, and it philosophically bothers me that they came to us and told us to fix their parking problems.”

The municipality’s zoning bylaw has a price tag of $4,500 per parking stall when the stall is located on district-owned land.

Given that requirement, Mr. Taft suggested that a $1 lease for 29 parking spaces could be seen as favouring the business.

“We value the service of our doctors and health professionals but we have to look at it as a business,” he said. “They should be treated like any other business.”

Ray Brydon then said the increased amount could jeopardize the plan to use the parking area for Pothole Park.

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Bob Campsall agreed, suggesting that instead they stick with a $1 lease but ask Chisel Peak to erect a “public parking” sign.

“I don’t support a $1,000 lease but I support erecting an attractive sign at the expense of the leasees,” he said.

Sarah Bennett asked Chris Prosser if the cheap lease was a “conciliatory gesture” to accommodate the district’s mistake in 2004.

Mr. Prosser preferred to describe it as a “formal arrangement” and pointed out: “A higher dollar amount would mean that when we want it back in five years we will have more of a fight and Chisel Peak will have more of a feeling of ownership.”

Mr. Taft responded: “It is not possible for them to feel any more ownership for the land than they already do. One dollar is pretty much giving it to them for free; $1000 would remind them that they don’t own it.”

Mr. Taft voted in favour of increasing the lease, however Ms. Bennett, Mr. Campsall and Mr. Brydon voted it down.

Finally, Mr. Taft voted against the $1 lease, but the other three councillors were in favour so it passed with a majority vote.

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November 21, 2008

Snow Scene takes you to the slopes Submitted by Valley Ski Clubs Wow! Twenty days and counting until Ski Hill opening! We can hardly wait!

Like all brilliant ideas, the “Snow Scene� evolved over coffee and grew from there!

A few of us with connections to ski racing wanted to help the public become more informed about our sport, but we realized there are so many ways to play on the snow, all of them equally good exercise and fun, that we decided the Snow Scene should be a place to showcase all sports that glide over the snow!

The three main contributors to this column will be Mike Meadus, Sigrid Sharp (Sigrid doesn’t know this yet), and Cheryl Willard, but there will be many guest writers as well. As Mike has some time-dated material, we will introduce him first.

Mike Meadus is Program Director/Head Coach for the new Panorama Mountain Freeride Club. Mike holds numerous Canadian and Austrian coaching certifications including the highest available in Austria, gained from 12 years of experience teaching in that country. The mission of the Panorama Freeride Club is to develop strong, all-mountain freeriders.

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to date with the latest skills and drills, Mike holds a seesion every Sunday morning from 9 to 10 a.m. A number of coaches from last year’s very successful first season will be returning to the program this year.

The Panorama Mountain Freeriders is a relatively new club, launching one year ago and attracting about 60 kids, to be recognized by Canadian Freestyle as a “Model Start-up Club�! The club is open to both B.C. and Alberta residents and caters to children aged five and up.

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Mike is in the process of putting together a highly skilled team of coaches with various backgrounds.

Watch for further news! This program will be ideal for those with a competitive goal in freeriding or freestyle events. • Non-Competitive Program for Age 13+: Focuses on strong technical skills for the all-round skier.

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Thus begins Raymond Khoury’s fast-moving action thriller. Tess Chaykin teams up with FBI anti-terrorism agent Sean Riley to track down the mastermind of the robbery. As they discover one after another of the horsemen murdered, the investigators soon realize that they are on the track of a controversial Templar secret.

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November 21, 2008 Continued from Page 3 . . .

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The propane will be replaced with burning residual wood products in a high-efficiency, low-emissions furnace.

The heat from the energy system will then be transferred to the kilns via thermal oil, providing heat in the kilns where the wood must be dried to a target moisture content of 15 percent before planing and shipping.

According to Mr. Mackie, it will be difficult for citizens in the surrounding area to notice when the new system is running. The system will be equipped with state-of-the-art environmental controls which will minimize particulate emissions into the atmosphere.

“The system will operate well below the regulatory limits as prescribed under the Wood Residue Burner and Incinerator Regulation, and will reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” he added.

The system will also decrease the

amount of truck traffic travelling to and from the mill, reducing noise and pollution. Currently the wood residual products are all shipped out to Skookumchuk and Golden, but after the project, there will be less residual wood products shipped off site.

“All in all, it is a benefit to the environment,” Mr. Mackie said.

Canfor is still in the engineering and design phase of the ten-month project, but Mr. Mackie said once the new system is in place, the dramatic reduction in operating costs will be seen almost overnight.

“I am very excited for this operation and what it will do to improve the competitiveness of this division,” Mr. Mackie said.

“The business is extremely challenging, with the sub-prime mortgage crisis and the low lumber demand in the United States – our main market.”

Mayor Greg Deck shares in his excitement.

“I am relieved and pleased,” he said.

“This level of investment is a strong indication that Canfor is confident in the viability of this mill. Coming after the closure of many other mills in their system, it’s a very welcome sign.”

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November 21, 2008

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Artym Gallery offers gift ideas at Light Up

By Deanna Berrington Artym Gallery This Light Up Night, everyone is invited to stop into at the Artym Gallery and enjoy a new exhibition of their artists.

An exhibition designed to showcase paintings for you to give (or for you to keep!), this show will feature a wide range of art in most size and price ranges. Because it is likely to be a chilly evening, the Artym will also be serving hot apple cider to warm you up!

Art is a gift that can fit any budget.

You can spend as much as you’d like, or as little as you can afford and it doesn’t matter: because art is not practical.

It is not something that you need to have for a specific purpose, but something that you relate and respond to in some way. It is often symbolic and aesthetically pleasing (but not always!) and each piece tells you something about the person who owns it.

This is why art is such an amazing gift idea, and also why it takes a little bit more thought to get the perfect piece.

Each piece of original art is as unique as the person receiving it.

This Light Up Night, the Artym has many gift options, and not limited to

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paintings. The amazing glasswork they have includes beautiful little birds, bold vases, wine stoppers, chickens and some more seasonal works, including sparkling trees, penguins and snowmen.

The soapstone bears are always popular (and touchable) at this time of the year, and they are joined by chubby stone penguins, some of whom even have eggs! Original jewellery is always a popular choice for that special someone, too.

The exhibition of two large and two small paintings that the Artym is featuring this Light-Up Night is ideal if you want to give a painting as a gift: not only will they have a great selection of artists and styles up on the wall, but the sizes will vary as well.

If you want a big painting to start off someone’s collection with a feature piece, or if you are looking for something smaller to complement an art-lovers collection, you might just find the perfect piece at this exhibition.

Make the Artym Gallery one of your stops this Light Up Night – they are open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the evening reception is from 5 to 8 p.m. If you can’t make it into the gallery, take a look at the work online at www.artymgallery.com.

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YOUR MONEY

November 21, 2008

Maximize your tax-free savings accounts With the new tax-free savings accounts starting on January 1st, 2009, many investors are wondering how to best utilize their new accounts. Many banks and mutual fund companies are advertising their accounts as a way to utilize the tax-free savings account.

With all the choices available to the consumer, how does one know the right choice for their tax-free savings account?

Long-term versus short-term savings

The best use of a tax-free savings account will be for long-term savings. Long-term savings tend to grow more over time with the help of compounding and investment selection. The more your investments grow before you take them out of your tax-free savings account, the more you will save in tax.

Consider someone who puts $5,000 per year into their tax-free savings account at the beginning of each year, earns five-percent interest and then takes it out at the end of each year over the course of 10 years. Every year they earn $250 of interest and when they take their money out their tax-free savings account they don’t pay any tax on the $250. Over 10 years they will have earned $2,500 tax-free.

If another investor contributes $5,000 per year into their tax-free savings account at the beginning of each year, earns five percent interest but leaves all the proceeds in the account for 10 years, they will have earned $6,034 of interest tax-free.

GICs & bonds vs. mutual funds & stocks

Medium risk, well diversified mutual funds or baskets of stocks will always outperform guaranteed interest rates in the long term (10 plus years) but in the short term it can easily be the other way around.

For investors with medium to longer time horizons, they should consider using their tax-free savings accounts for some or all of their risky assets such as stocks or mutual funds over time. The higher longerterm growth will generate better eventual tax savings and also help increase the future contribution room in the accounts.

For investors with a short time horizon they should keep their tax-free savings accounts in risk-free assets such as government bonds or GICs. While investors should be thinking long-term with their tax-free savings accounts to maximize their tax-free earnings and future contribution room, some people might want to save in the short-term to pay for a new car or a holiday and should not invest these savings with any risk.

With recent changes to the dividend tax-credit, dividends from eligible Canadian corporations are very tax-efficient. Interest from bonds, GICs or highinterest savings accounts are not tax-efficient and investors have to pay the full fare of tax.

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November 21, 2008

PIONEER ON THE ROAD

THE LONG AND WINDING ROAD—Clockwise from top, left: Bryce, Jackie, Mariah, Erica and Richard Lysak at Niagra Falls; Barry Hamilton, Arther Wittenborn and George Saringer rode their motorcycles to the Mexican BMW rally in Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta (9874km) from Invermere and back in October; Don Pearson crossing the Elizabeth Bridge in Budapest, Hungary; Adele Trask and Sandy McMurdo at the top of Rockefeller Center in New York City on Halloween with the Empire State Building in the background; Val Riddell visiting her grandson Luther Riddell on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia; Stu Bilodeau and Brodie Smith at Silverwood Park in Idaho; Jamie and Devin Hemmelgarn and party at Cancun on October 22. Winners of the Pioneer’s annual travel photo contest will receive a hotel room in Calgary and two Flames game tickets, courtesy of Travel World in Invermere.

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November 21, 2008

The Learning Corner

By Marilyn Petersen College of the Rockies Several years ago, Jacques Demers shocked the sports world when he revealed he spent 15 years in the National Hockey League as a head coach and general manager and never knew how to read or write.

The most remarkable thing about his illiteracy was his ability to hide it so well. Mr. Demers’ life experience illustrates how literacy issues affect people in all walks of life and how literacy levels often have little correlation with intelligence and ability.

The information age has added to the challenge of coping with low literacy skills. Many of us take for granted the ability to read a recipe or a label, search the internet, write an email, balance a chequebook, follow instructions or fill out forms. Low literacy levels can have a tremendous daily impact on an individual’s ability to achieve goals or meet basic needs.

There is a common myth that once you walk away from high school, your access to basic literacy instruction is over. There are local resources for adults seeking to improve basic literacy skills.

The College of the Rockies is a good place to start, with one-onone literacy instruction available in reading, writing, numeracy, document use, English as a second language, and computers. Classes are self-paced and students may start at any time in the year. The service is confidential and provided at minimal cost.

Sharon Wass and Bob Gadsby provide instruction in the Adult Basic Education program at the Invermere campus. As an academic

advisor, Sharon can also assist you in identifying career and education goals and the steps needed to meet those goals. Extra help is also available to students completing workplace certificates through the college such as First Aid, Airbrakes, Foodsafe, etc. Arrangements may be made for tutorial support, exam readers and extra time allowances.

Ali Wassing, Regional Literacy Coordinator for College of the Rockies and Executive Director of the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, is also based out of the Invermere campus.

The Alliance for Literacy can provide help and support for a variety of literacy needs. People’s lives have been positively changed by many of these programs.

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When asked why he went public with the news about his illiteracy, Jacques Demers responded that he wanted people to know that “you’re capable of doing something in your life even if you have some big handicaps.”

Pioneer Word Search Complete the word search and mail to it The Pioneer at Box 868, Invermere, V0A 1K0 to win a book from the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, Windermere Valley.

We will make a draw from completed entries and announce the winner in the next Learning Corner.

NOTE: all words used in the Word Search were taken from The Pioneer’s November 7th issue.

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November 21, 2008

CIVIC ELECTION 2008 Radium welcomes new councillors

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff

For the first time since its incorporation in 1990, the Village of Radium Hot Springs will be ushering in a new mayor, along with two new councillors.

The new mayor by acclamation Dee Conklin, and councillors Don Devlin and Clara Reinhardt, will join veteran councillors Brent Frederickson and Ron Verboom to form the Village’s municipal government.

“All the candidates were impressive and I would have been happy to work with any of them,” Mrs. Conklin said. “I am hoping that the defeated candidates will still play a formal or informal advisory role within Radium. I am looking forward to the inaugu-

ral council meeting, but will certainly give the current council their rightful time to enjoy its last meeting.”

The official election results were as follows: Mr. Frederickson and Mr. Verboom tied, each coming out with 118 votes. “If I hadn’t voted for Ron, I would have won the most votes,” joked Mr. Frederickson.

The village’s two new councillors followed close behind, with Mrs. Reinhardt chalking up 108 votes and Mr. Devlin receiving 89.

“I am really excited to get in there and get to work with everyone else,” Mr. Devlin said. “I think I want to sit between Brent and Ron because they will help me out right off the bat. It’s an experience and I look forward to serving our town and making it a great place to live.”

Canal Flats tops list for local voter turnout

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff

A huge gap separated voter turnouts across the valley in the elections.

Attendance estimates varied from 17 percent of registered voters in Radium, to 68 percent in Canal Flats.

In fact, Canal Flats ranked 14th in the province.

“Between the community group and all the things that have been going on in the last year, people thought they should get involved,” said new councillor David McKersie. “There is a lot more community interest.”

An estimated 48 percent of constituents in Invermere came out to vote on Saturday.

Kindry Dalke, the District of Invermere’s corporate officer, said the tally of 1,084 voters was just 50 votes fewer than in the 2005 election.

“I am so pleased with the voter turnout,” she said. “I was hoping for a higher number than in 2005, but it was great to see everyone come out to vote.”

In Area F of the Regional District of East Kootenay, 709 residents had their say, amounting to 40 percent of the registered voters.

New Area F director Wendy Booth pointed out that in the 2006 byelection

in her Area F, which saw a competition between Lillian Rose and Ken Innis, there were only 440 voters. In 2005, there were 555.

“It was definitely an increase in voter turnout, which I am happy about,” she said. “I stressed it every opportunity I had, so I did my bit to get voters out.”

In Radium Hot Springs, where there are no major controversial issues, only 153 of about 900 registered voters went to the polls, giving the figure of 17 percent.

Mark Read, the village’s Chief Administrating Officer, offered his opinion as to why this year’s voters were so apathetic. “In my mind it could be because of two issues,” he said. “I don’t think there was any great controversy, and we had an overall slate of excellent individuals.”

These figures can be compared to the federal election last month, which garnered the lowest-ever voter turnout.

Canada-wide, 59.1 percent of eligible voters had their say. In British Columbia, 61 percent cast a ballot. In the KootenayColumbia riding, 60 percent voted.

Meanwhile, the record for highest number of voters in last weekend’s municipal election went to the tiny District of Wells in the Cariboo. It boasted a turnout of 92.54 percent, with 124 of 134 registered voters having a say.

Fellow new councillor Mrs. Reinhardt shares his enthusiasm. “It’s very exciting – I am looking forward to the challenge and to learning a lot,” she said. “I am pleased to have some continuity in there; I think it will make it much easier.”

Both returning councillors are also happy with the election’s outcome.

“I think it’s going to be a great team,” said Mr. Frederickson. “I am really looking forward to working with Clara and Donny – it’s nice to have some new people in there with new ideas and away we go.”

“I am looking forward to working with the new mayor and the new councillors,” Mr. Verboom added.

“I think we’re just going to carry on what we’ve built on all these years.”

Booth victorious as Area F director

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff The votes are counted and Wendy Booth of Fairmont, owner of Columbia River Rafting, is the new director of Area F. Mrs. Booth defeated current director Lillian Rose with a total of 404 votes to Ms. Rose’s 305.

“I am very pleased and excited about it,” Mrs. Booth said. “A lot of hard work went into it and I am happy about the results.”

Most of her votes came from Fairmont Hot Springs. Mrs. Booth, who lives in Dutch Creek, dominated in that community, receiving 183 votes while Ms. Rose took away only 57.

“More people know me in Fairmont – they know what I have accomplished and what I can accomplish in the future,” Mrs. Booth said of her strongest poll.

In Windermere, Mrs. Booth garnered 173 votes while Ms. Rose earned 193 votes.

At the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce poll, Mrs. Booth took 40 votes and Ms. Rose took

42. And by mail, Mrs. Booth got eight votes and Ms. Rose received 13 votes.

Mrs. Booth said she is relieved the campaign is finished.

“Throughout that whole day I kept thinking that this journey was now over,” she said. “I am really happy that now I can start planning for the next stage.”

Some of that planning will involve getting her head around the issues she plans to tackle first, such as the Kicking Horse Coffee application for rezoning andWindermere’s boil water advisory.

Although Mrs. Booth will not officially be sworn into her position until December, she encourages all constituents to get in touch and make their voices heard.

“The big thing is I am available if anyone wants to contact me or give me their two cents’ worth,” she said.

Contact her at wendy@columbiarafting.com or at (250) 3454550 Monday to Thursday, and (250) 345-6511 any other time.

“I will listen to anyone,” she added.

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November 21, 2008

CIVIC ELECTION 2008

Bruce Woodbury mayor in Canal Flats

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff There will be almost a complete changing of the guard on Canal Flats council.

Only one incumbent, Ute Juras, is returning to council.

Joining her will be new mayor Bruce Woodbury, and three new councillors.

Mr. Woodbury beat out Emile Morin 186 votes to 135.

“I feel fantastic and I am so pleased with the overall results,” Mr. Woodbury said.

Emile Morin had a seat on council for the final part of the last term, having beaten Bruce Woodbury in a by-election in January. Mr. Morin had also been mayor of Canal Flats from 2004 to 2005.

Mr. Woodbury was the Chief Administrative Officer of Canal Flats from 2004 to 2006.

Speaking after the votes were tallied, Mr. Woodbury pondered why residents supported him.

“I think people were responding to a number of issues I raised during the campaign, such as the village’s finances, and open communication with the residents,” he said. “And the community is ready for a change.”

Joining him on council will be Gilbert Delorme, who received 213 votes; Michael McDonald, with

208 votes; David McKersie, with 182; and Ute Juras, 149.

Defeated candidates were Tricia Doherty, 129 votes; Walter Woodske, 115 votes; Karl Sterzer, 113 votes; and Roy Webb, 104 votes.

“We will now have an effective team on council to address the issues and concerns of our residents,” Mr. Woodbury said.

He will not waste any time getting to work after the new council is sworn on December 8th.

“My first step will be sitting down with the newly elected council and determining what our immediate priorities are. There are a lot of things that need to be addressed,” he said.

David McKersie is ready to get started, too.

“I am looking forward to pulling the community back together and making group decisions,” he said.

“We are a small enough community that we can do that.

Aware of the criticism the previous council faced, Mr. McKersie is taking a bipartisan approach.

“I am going to keep a neutral position. I know there are a lot of things that need to be done and I am looking forward to getting started,” he said.

The only incumbent, Ute Juras recognized that the new council may have some barriers to cross.

“It is going to be a challenge getting everyone up to speed but I am sure they are up to it,” she said.

“I worked with Bruce as Chief Administrator so it will be interesting to see how he is as a politician.”

Asked why she thinks she was the favoured incumbent, Ms. Juras cited her approach to communication.

“I have always been available as a councillor to listen to people’s concerns and I have always brought those concerns forward to council,” she said.

Ms. Juras, too, is keen to return to office.

“I am just happy the election is over and now we can get back to work,” she said.

Michael McDonald, who moved to Canal Flats last December, said he thinks residents were responding to his vigour.

“In a nutshell, it’s my obvious enthusiasm and energy. It’s obvious that I have a vested interest in the town. We have moved in with full force and decided to raise a family here, and people recognize that.”

Gilbert Delorme, who received the most votes, thinks people are comfortable with him because of his long history in Canal Flats.

“I’ve been in the community 20-some years and when I owned the grocery store I pretty much knew everybody in the community,” he pointed out.

Mr. Delorme wants residents to think broader than just the controversial issues.

“Everyone is all about Bylaw 82/100 but there are other things we have to get done as well,” he said.

Conservation fund passes: 1,300 to 1,098

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Residents of the Columbia Valley voted in favour of the Local Conservation Fund at Saturday’s election.

Valley-wide, 1,300 voters were in favour of the annual $20 tax, and 1,098 were opposed to it.

Votes in the District of Invermere were 629 in favour and 422 opposed.

In Radium Hot Springs, 78 were in favour and 68 opposed.

In Areas F and Area G of the Regional District of East Kootenay, 440 were in favour and 417 opposed.

The only municipality without a majority of yes votes was Canal Flats, with 186 opposed and 135 in favour.

However, because the votes were tallied as a total across the valley, the tax will be applied to Canal Flats residents anyway.

The Local Conservation Fund will gather a maximum of $230,000 a year from residents to contribute to conservation efforts within the Columbia Valley.

It is an initiative of the East Kootenay Conservation Program.

Dave White, chair of conservation program, suggested why Canal Flats residents may have voted against the fund.

“The problem in Canal Flats was that there was a lot of confusion over the tax,” he said. “People thought it was a ploy to get more taxes from them.”

He added that the Columbia Valley showed what’s important to them by voting yes to the fund.

“It’s a sign that a lot of people support conservation,” Mr. White said. “Conservation is everyone’s responsibility, in order to ensure the next generation enjoys what we enjoy today.”

Nancy Newhouse, program manager of the East

Kootenay Conservation Program, said: “The response was great given the two challenges we faced.

“Considering the difficult wording and the tough global economic situation, it was a strong show of support for the conservation fund.”

The bylaw to instigate the local conservation fund now comes before the regional district’s board of directors on December 12th.

“Given that it was supported in the referendum, I would expect it is unlikely that the board will defeat it,” said Shawn Tomlin, chief financial officer of the regional district.

Following that, a board of government will be established to set priorities for the tax funds.

“It will be made up of representatives from the regional district, the conservation program, municipal leaders and non-government organizations with an interest,” explained Dave White.

That board will be established early next year, and residents can expect to see the additional $20 on their property tax notices in May 2009.

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November 21, 2008

VALLEY PIONEER

Lake named after Diana Thompson

By Dorothy Isted Special to the Pioneer March 4th, 1916, seemed like a regular sort of day for four-year-old Hector Mitchell of Brisco, even though Mrs. Rev. Thatcher arrived by horse and buggy, and his aunt and uncle rode in on their horses.

His dad didn’t want him to go into the house for some reason, but the little boy was enjoying watching the grain being cleaned by a hand-turned fanning mill and gave it little thought. Only when he was allowed in for supper and saw that Mother was not at the table did he realize something was amiss.

Mrs. Thatcher then explained to him that he had a new sister, and his mother would soon be well. Diana Lilias Mitchell had been born.

At the time, their parents George and Sidney Mitchell were living in a log cabin at Brisco in the shadow of Three Peaks. Diana says her father named them Og, Gog and Magog.

George had first arrived in Brisco in 1897 to see his uncle Alfred Mitchell.

He liked it so much in the mountains that he stayed and got his own land here, giving up his job as a bookkeeper in his father’s business in Ipswich.

Thirteen years later Captain Thorold, who owned a ranch near Findlay Creek, asked him to help transport some horses to France. During this trip abroad he met and married Sidney Bishop.

The couple arrived in 1911, soon after they had been married in England.

They stopped in Montreal so George could purchase a piano for Sidney. They had it shipped by rail to Golden, then down the Columbia River by riverboat.

Diana recalled: “Mom was open to the adventure, being so English. She was highly educated and played the piano beautifully. She spoke French and she was the youngest of 15 children.”

Their third child, Robin (Bobby), was born in 1928.

Meanwhile, George’s two brothers had heard how lovely it was here so came out from England and “opened a stopping house at Brisco,” Diana said.

“Drivers of freight wagons that ran between Golden and Invermere would stop to feed their horses and themselves.

It was $2 a night for accommodation and 50 cents per meal. They were getting rich on that because the 1930s were pretty hungry.

“Mac was the cook. Fred was the host and looked after the people. They had a lovely lawn there and played croquet in the evenings. They did all the housekeeping; they loved doing it. They had a big garden and a root cellar. That’s how they fed the people.

“They later added on rooms. It was kind of like a train, a big long building. It was nice. They sat out a lot in the evenings, played croquet, went inside for coffee.

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MARLBORO MAN—Diana ran a guide-outfitting business with her late husband Jim Thompson; the couple once fished with “Dief the Chief.”

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ana did hairdressing and Jim had a barbershop.

“In 1947 we moved to Edgewater and built a “People used to come in from Banff after the road house,” Diana said. “Olga Hyne’s son lives there now. opened in 1928. That road sure made a difference to Jim did barbering and worked for the Moore’s mill the valley. I was 12 years old and it was a lot more in Edgewater. Then we went in for guiding-outfitting people coming through. People would come through and our life changed because it was so interesting. We from Banff to stay at the stopping house. both loved it. If you’re in a business and you like it, it’s “Mrs Warren from Banff had a not hard work.” lovely car and would hire a chaufJim and Diana guided many feur to drive her over. She would people from all over. “We took come and stay for two to three days, Prime Minister John Diefenbaker a few times a year. A very nice womon a fishing trip. He was the same an. She was American and married a as anyone else, very nice,” she said. guide outfitter in Banff.”

They also guided hunters who In fact, Mary Schaffer Warren wrote articles for Field and Stream was a much travelled and famous magazine. woman who wrote, drew botanical Jim and Diana ran the busipictures and took photographs of ness from 1950 until 1985. They the Jasper and Banff mountain arhad no children, “not blessed like eas and First Nations peoples in the most people, but I was blessed with early 1900s. In her younger days she lots of dogs! Jim used to go cougar made trips on horseback that lasted hunting and we kept hound dogs four months and were curtailed only and he’d take hunters out. Dr. Wilby the impending arrival of winter. liams, who practised in Invermere Of her schooling, Diana rein the 1940s and 1950s, used to call called, “They didn’t have much merout to see if there were any cougars cy on the children in those days. No around and he’d bring his hound buses and we walked back and forth dogs out with him,” Diana said. to school in all kinds of weather. I Jim passed away in 1990. “We walked three miles to school and were very happy together. The book sometimes through thick snow. closed when he went.”

We used to get about three feet of In June 2005, Diana moved snow. Dad used to grade out the into Columbia Garden Village in snow with a horse team and grader Invermere. “I’m enjoying it very so we could walk. Sometimes going much and it’s nice to go down for to school, you’d meet a black bear a lovely supper every night,” she and he’d get out of the way just said. as quick as you did! There was no Jim named Diana Lake in her harm done. You know what kids are VALLEY PIONEER—Top left, Diana Thompson in a recent photo; and top right, a 1916 honour. “We went up and camped like – my older brother and I would photo of her family including Diana as a baby, her mother Sidney, her older brother Hector, there in tents and we enjoyed it start out together and then get miles age 4, and her father George Mitchell. Bottom, Diana (in background) and her classmates at and went fishing in it,” she said. “I parted. I used to ride horse all the a Vancouver beauty school she attended in 1938. loved fishing. It didn’t seem to have time, sometimes to school. Took a name then so that’s it. I don’t have correspondence for Grades 9, 10 and 11. I gave it up and a little kitchenette. We had to cook on a hotplate. children, but at least there’s a lake named after me!” as I didn’t have anyone to explain it to me properly. A table and two chairs and a Murphy bed that pulled Diana Lake is located in the Brisco Range, northIt was pretty hard. Exams were written at home and out from the wall so it didn’t take up any room. It east of Spur Valley. It is accessible by a hiking trail. mailed off to Vancouver.” wasn’t very comfortable, but it did,” Diana said.

Visit the Radium Visitor Centre or call 250-347-9331 In 1938, Diana married Jim Thompson. Jim was The couple then moved to Kimberley, where Di- for details.

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born in 1912 and grew up at Thompson’s Landing.

He rowed across the river to go to school in Edgewater. The year they married, they moved to Vancouver, where Jim trained as a barber and Diana went to the Molar Hairdressing School. They remained for a year, renting an apartment for $18 a month.

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Hockey Talk: Rockies win two at home

By John Helm Rockies Hockey Columbia Valley Rockies forwards Reid Mitchell and Brett Bjorkman have been named the co-players of the month in the KIJHL’s Kootenay Conference.

The pair combined for 50 points in October to lead the league in scoring.

In 12 games Mitchell racked up half-a-dozen goals and 19 assists, while Bjorkman potted 13 goals and 12 assists. The young men will each receive a plaque from the league for their efforts.

The Rockies hit the ice for a pair of home games this weekend. They were without Mitchell, who was vacationing in Maui, but you wouldn’t have known it, at least not on Friday against the Fernie Ghostriders.

The visitors came in having lost three in a row and with more than a few injuries.

The Rockies pounced on the Ghostriders in their fifth meeting of the season and rookie Jason Diehl led the charge. The San Diego product had a hat trick be-

fore the match was 22 minutes old, and was chosen as the game’s first star.

Columbia Valley held the lead for basically the entire contest, but Fernie refused to go away. Ghostriders Captain Scotty Traverse scored all four of his team’s goals, but it simply wasn’t enough.

David Sabey scored a pair for Columbia Valley, his eighth and ninth of the season, and was named second star. Ryan Niddery scored his first of the year from his own blue line into an empty net.

Chase Steele had four assists while Darryl Boldon added a couple assists to earn third star. Brandon Anderson stopped 28 shots in net for his tenth win of the season. The game’s final score: Columbia Valley, 6 – Fernie 4.

On Saturday, November 15th, the Rockies welcomed the Beaver Valley Nitehawks to Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For this affair the Rockies were not only missing Mitchell, but Sabey as well; and they looked out of sync at times throughout the game.

The Rockies had trouble in their own end unlike any other contest this season, especially at home. So Columbia Valley didn’t have their best game on Saturday, but they did get a fabulous goal-tending performance from Ty Gullickson.

The Rockies goalie from Fort Saint John himself looked a little shaky, letting a softy go by early on to

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Gullickson’s performance was highlighted by two huge glove saves and he was a no-brainer for player of the game. The Rockies, despite being a little off, were able to take care of the hard-working Nitehawks, defeating them by a score of five to three.

The Rockies got goals from Pat Klatt, Mattias Schmitt, Brett Bjorkman, and Jason Diehl. Diehl made it an even five on the weekend with a pair of goals against Beaver Valley.

The second period was undoubtedly one of the best of the year, as Diehl intercepted the clearing attempt, walked the puck between the legs of two defensemen and then proceeded to undress goaltender Dylan Tait.

Diehl is now second in the league with 19 goals (Bjorkman, 21). The Nitehawks had a chance to tie the game with a two-minute five-on-three power play.

However, the home team dodged that bullet, then Bjorkman put the game on ice converting another visionary play by Chase Steele.

The Rockies now have 14 wins against just seven defeats and two overtime losses this season.

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Canal Flats seeks official to handle Painted Ridge

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff

WE LOVE THE LAKERS – The David Thompson Secondary School Lakers senior boys’ volleyball team took home third place from the East Kootenay championships held in Creston last Saturday. Top Row (left to right): Gavin McNeil, Callaghan Kerr, Gavin Crowley, Seamus White, Jesse Thies. Bottom row (left to right): Coach Jesse Shaw, Nolan Shoemaker, Justin Woodman, Shane Braund-Reid and Ryan Wagner. Missing from photo: Ben Bootsma.

A Day in Court

By Pioneer Staff In Invermere Provincial Court on Thursday, November 13th, with Judge D. C. Carlgren presiding, Wesley A. Raven pled guilty to wilfully resisting or obstructing a peace officer.

The court heard that on September 29th, 2007, Mr. Raven hit the rear of another car in the intersection of 13th Avenue and 13th Street, Invermere.

He failed to stop and the driver of the damaged vehicle followed him to his home. The police were

called but Mr. Raven left when they arrived.

The judge ordered Mr. Raven to be fined $500 and given a $75 victim surcharge fee, with six months to pay.

Another charge, failure to stop at an accident with a vehicle/vessel, was changed to a lesser charge under the Motor Vehicle Act, section 68. Mr. Raven pled guilty and was issued a six months’ driving prohibition and a $75 victim surcharge fee.

A victim and offender reconciliation was held after the court session.

The Painted Ridge subdivision will soon be one step closer to completion.

The Village of Canal Flats and Painted Ridge are currently negotiating with the City of Cranbrook’s Gary Mott to appoint him as Approving Officer for the development.

The owners of the Painted Ridge development won a B.C. Supreme Court case against the Village of Canal Flats in August. The judge ordered both parties to find another Approving Officer to complete the Painted Ridge subdivision application.

In October, the two parties put forward three names each for the role, but they couldn’t agree.

As a result, the decision returned to the court of the Honourable Mr. Justice Bracken, who found Gary Mott to be the most suitable candidate.

Mr. Mott is the approving officer and deputy engineer for the City of Cranbrook.

Councillor Emile Morin said the negotiations with Mr. Mott are a sign that the village is committed to moving forward with the application.

“We’ve always been working towards resolving the issue,” Mr. Morin said. “There have been numerous meetings intiated by the village.”

Approving Officer Rob Sabine agreed. “All efforts are being made to get this in place as soon as possible,” he said.

Karl Sterzer, the property manager for Painted Ridge, said he will be pleased to have Mr. Mott onboard.

“I have only spoken to him once, but I feel he is a knowledgeable, level-headed individual, and I look forward to working with him in this matter,” he said.

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Cheers: To the person who turned in my wallet and cheque book at Sobeys on Sunday, November 9, 2008. Your honesty was greatly appreciated. It is just one of the many reasons that I love living in Invermere.

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JEERS to every plumber in the book who didn’t return my emergency service call. May a weakened economy allow you to experience business in the real world.

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Obituary MANTYKA, Peter February 15, 1929 – November 10, 2008 Peter was born in Vonda, Saskatchewan, the only child of Katherine Mantyka.

Sadly, his mother passed away during childbirth. Peter was raised by his grandmother, Maria Mantyka, and grew up with the Sembalerus family as one of the boys. Peter began his adult life at 15 when his grandmother passed away.

Peter met Elna Lambert in Clinton, BC and they were married there on May 9, 1959.

Peter was a laborer most of his life, from the Caribou to the Columbia Valley. He always had steady employment and enjoyed side jobs, too. Among those were selling Watkins, Fuller Brush and delivery jobs of all types.

The Mantyka’s owned the Wilmer Grocery and Invermere Bottle Depot and Second Hand Store before he worked at the Radium Sawmill until retiring.

Peter gave much time to the community, volunteering for many organizations and helping bring recognition to the need to recycle long before it was fashionable.

Peter passed away in Invermere at the age of 79.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Elna; daughter Katherine (Alf) Hollowink; granddaughters Amadee and Shayna; son Gregory; daughter Lorraine (Rob Swanson); son Steven (Audrey); step-grandsons Logan (Julie) Walker; Joshua (Mufida) Walker, step-great-grandsons Josiah and Michaias, unofficial adopted son Cliff Koski, and many, many friends and relatives.

Predeceased by mother Katherine, sons Michael and Patrick.

Peter was a son, a husband, a father, a grandfather, a friend and most certainly, memorable. He will be missed but always remembered. A celebration of life was held on November 15th at 11:00 am at the Royal Canadian Legion in Invermere.

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memoriam Gus Csokonay August 13, 1930 – November 12, 2008 This week friends and family from around the world finally have to say goodbye to the kindred and caring spirit of Gus Csokonay. Gus was born in Leduc, Alberta along with his sister Margaret and brother Bill (born in Hungary). He was a member of the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets at the age of 17. Gus began work in the accounting field when he was 19 at an office in Vulcan, Alberta. He went on to the Macbeth & Csokonay firm in 1960 before becoming G. Csokonay & Co. in 1972. Accounting became the working passion of his life, and through this profession he not only achieved great success but he created lifelong friendships with numerous clients. Gus embodied the western pioneer spirit and in the early 1960s was the first to build a cabin in what is now called the Spur Valley Subdivision. This became his home. “Uncle Gus” surrounded himself with innumerable antiques and collectables. His love of entertaining friends and sharing stories with his loving and longtime companion Annette Braun, was usually accomplished over dinner and a few capfuls. These occasions will be missed dearly by all. Gus will be lovingly remembered by his two sons: Kenneth (MaryAnne) and their children Tanis and Daniel of Calgary, Alberta; and Ronald (Audrey) and their son Brandon of Spur Valley, British Columbia, along with his many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by parents Michael and Elizabeth, Brother Bill, Sister Margret Proc and his wife Maye.

We will always remember Gus’s determination to live life to the fullest. After many years of battling vascular disease he passed peacefully at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Nov 12, 2008.

A memorial service celebrating Gus’s life will be held at Legion Branch #264 (1910 Kensington Road N.W.) on Monday, November 24th from 3 p.m. till 7 p.m. Eulogy by The Honorable Albert Ludwig to start at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to EMS First Responders Ambulance.

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With tearful eyes we watched you, We watched you fade away.

Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, Hard-working hands at rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us He chose to take the Best.

It’s lonesome here without you, We miss you more each day.

Life doesn’t seem the same Since you have gone away.

When days are sad and lonely And everything goes wrong, We seem to hear you whisper “Cheer up and carry on!”

Each time we see your picture, You seem to smile and say, “Don’t cry, I’m in God’s hands, We’ll meet again someday!”

You are in our hearts forever and are very truly missed.

Jo-Ann, Arno, Tyler, Farris, Austin, Christopher, Garett.

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 35

November 21, 2008

P ioneer C lassifieds birth announcement

Tristan Martine – Lewko is proud to announce the arrival of his little brother Wyatt Samual William Born October 16, 2008 @ 8:47 am.

Weighing 8 lbs. 1 ¼ oz.

Proud parents Sam Martine-Lewko & Brad Lewko Proud Grandparents Jim & Dar Martine, Windermere,BC Dave & Chalotte Lewko, Calgary, AB Auntie Crystal Martine, Calgary Auntie Teanna & Uncle Peter Kauffman

storage NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637 Secure indoor storage for vehicles, boats, etc. Available immediately, $100/month, 5 month minimum, 250-3420603, 250-341-5845.

Commercial for Lease For rent or lease office space with workshop. Highway frontage, Windermere. Rent negotiable, 250-342-9578.

shared accommodation Furnished room in Canal Flats.

Long-term or seasonal, N/P, available immediately, 250270-0273.

suite for rent

suite for rent

house for rent

condo for rent

condo for rent

CONTRACTORS: Self contained cabins by the week or month.

(250) 345-6365 Fairmont Bungalows.

2 bdrm suite, available immediately, Windermere, 2 blocks to beach, $800/month, all appl. Included. Call 403-2418598 or 403-861-0631.

Invermere spacious 4 bdrm, 3 bath, complete with basement, double garage, large yard, all appliances, N/S, N/P, $1700/ month. Available immediately, walking distance to all amenities, 250-347-2406.

Lake Front Invermere, new condo, main floor, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, furnished, N/P, N/S, 6 appliances, rec centre, underground parking stall, $1395/month + utilities & DD, 403-861-0544 or srowell@telus. net

2 bdrm, 2 ½ bath condo, Canal Flats $900/month. Call 250345-0062 or 250-341-5313.

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

Invermere, 2 bdrm suite.

Available after Dec. 15th , $985/ month, includes utilities, all appliances, N/S, N/P, 250-3428679 after 6:00 pm.

Fully furnished 2 bdrms, large main level, own livingroom, diningroom, entrance, parking.

Cable, internet, utilities included, centrally located. Couple $890/ month, single $550/month, cat lovers, 250-342-8651 or 403678-3087.

1 bdrm furnished lower apartment. Very clean, N/P, N/ S, $750/month + DD, includes utilities, cable, shared laundry, private entrance. Suitable for working single. Available Dec 1st , 250-341-6096.

2 bdrm walk-out basement suite. W/D, heat, cable included.

References & DD required, N/S. Available Dec 1st , $800/month, 250-342-5313.

2 bdrm suite in Invermere.

Bright, clean, N/S, N/P, close to schools and D/T. Fridge, stove, w/d. Available December 1st , 250-342-1588.

Bright walk-out basement suite with lots of windows. Only 1 year old, private entrance, fully furnished, includes private stacking w/d, fridge, stove, situp eating bar, full bath, backs on to large field. 2145 Westside Park, $750/month + ½ utilities, N/S, consider small, wellbehaved dog, available Dec.1st.

Call Bettywyn, 403-375-0200.

Available immediately, 2 bdrm basement suite, Radium, N/S, N/P, $750/month+ $375 DD, 250-342-5919.

Bright spacious 2 bdrm, FAIRMONT. N/S, N/P, includes utilities and wireless, $1050.00.

Call/text 250-270-0710.

Available November.

1 bdrm bright walk-out basement suite, W/D, N/S, N/P. Available Dec 1st , $750/month, utilities included, 250-3420035.

1 bdrm in Fairmont. Ground level on R/S Golf Course. Fully furnished, all appliances, includes W/D, cable internet, utilities, 2 tvs, $700/month.

Single mature person only, 250342-1629.

house for rent Radium 2 storey home, 3 bdrm, 3 bath, N/P, N/S, large patio, fireplace, patio furniture, BBQ. Available Dec. 1st , $1400/ month + util, 1-403-560-3677.

For pictures ecosierragolf@ gmail.com Radium 3 bdrm, 3 bath half duplex, in show home conditions. $1395/month plus utilities.

View photos and apply on line at www.lindenproperties.com or call toll free 1-866-999-4351.

Lakeview Meadows brand new executive home. 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, double attached garage, timber accents, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen.

Available immediately to qualified renters. Please contact dianne@cedarpeaksmortgage. ca or phone 403-686-2067 for further details.

2 bdrm house in Athalmer.

Completely furnished, N/S, $1500.00 includes utilities, 250342-3841.

Fairmont/Columbia Lake, 5 bdrm, 3 bath, fully furnished & outfitted house. Utilities & outdoor maintenance included.

Very clean, very private, $1500/ month, N/S, N/P, 250-342-8626.

1800 sq. ft. townhouse with mountain view, 2 blocks from Sobeys. 3 bdrm, 3 bath, finished basement, single garage. Quiet area with green space, long-term only, N/S, N/P, $1200/month + utilities & DD, references required, available Dec 15th , 250-341-3131.

Bungalow, ½ duplex, centrally located in Invermere. Brand new quality construction, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, double attached garage.

Available immediately. Please call 403-686-2067 or email dianne@cedarpeaksmortgage. ca for further info.

Lakeview Meadows townhouse.

Over 1700 sq. ft. 2 bdrms up, fully finished basement, 2.5 bath, 6 appliances, gas fireplace, A/C, garage, access to private beach, tennis courts, rec center (indoor pool, gym). Avail Dec 1st , $1400/month + util. + DD. N/S, N/P, 250-341-3214 or 250688-0516.

2 bdrm ½ of house in Windermere. $1000/month, utilities included, 250-3429578.

New Invermere town house for rent. 3 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, 2 fireplaces, 5 appliances, $1375.00 + util, N/S, N/P. Available immediately, 403703-0930.

3 bdrm house in Invermere.

Bright, clean, N/S, N/P, close to schools. Fridge, stove, w/d.

Available Dec. 1st , 250-3421588.

Sable Ridge, 3 bdrm, very spacious top floor corner unit for rent. 2 decks, luxury furnishings, $1800/month, 403-630-7564.

Available immediately, yearround newly renovated 2 bdrm mobile home in Windermere.

4 appliances, large lot, N/P, references, 250-342-5201.

FOR RENT Contact

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

www.EricRedeker.com “Available Now”

Sable Ridge, 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den, granite, A/C, pool, hot tub, $1295/month. Call Roger 403650-5503 or 250-347-9961.

Great view, close to amenities, 2 bdrm, 1 ½ bath condo in Canal Flats, available immediately. $800/month + util, 250-4898389. Leave message.

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.

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

Hardwood, carpet and tile floors, granite counters, fireplace, unfurnished, 2 balconies, private garage, stainless appl, W/D, lots of storage. Immediate possession available, $1,400 + utilities. N/P,N/S. Furnished rate negotiable, call 403-585-2974 or arhahn@telus.net 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.

2 bdrm, 2 bath + den condo at Lake Windermere Point. Lake view, upgraded appliances, insuite laundrey, underground parking, $1300/month + util, 306-934-0091.

Black Forest Village, 2 bdrm furnished condos. One available immediately, one available Dec. 1st . $1200/month + util. + DD, N/S, N/P. Leave message at 250342-6818.

VACATION RENTALS New luxurious lake front condo, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, sleeps 6 adults. Faces lake, beautifully furnished, stainless appl, 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 $1,200/week, N/P, N/S. Longer term monthly rate negotiable, call 403-827-1604 or arhahn@ telus.net

36 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

November 21, 2008

P ioneer C lassifieds house for sale

condo for sale

RESORT PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Misc. for Sale

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.

Affordable 2 bdrm condo in downtown Invermere. $159,900.00. Call 250-341-1182.

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

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

Like new 2500 sq. ft. bi-level house on .37 acre. Overlooking Summerland, extra lot for subdivision, $579,000.00. Call Tom 250-809-7891.

condo for sale

Lake Front Condo, Akiskinook Resort

1 bdrm, great location, renovated, stainless steel appliances, $309,000.00. Realtors protected, 403-703-8614.

mobile home for sale 3 bdrm mobile home on level C-2 lot, (50’ x 120’), downtown Radium.

Now rented, $165,000.00, serious inquiries only, 250-347-6420.

Misc. for Sale Support “Rockies� Hockey. Pine, fir & poplar – dry & split. To order call 250-342-6908.

acreages/lots for sale Quality Top Soil & Manure.

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.

vehicles for sale

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Luxury Alpine Villa at Castle Rock Estates 24 2600 Riverrock Way, Invermere

Top soil $160/dump truck load, $70/pick-up load. Manure $100/ pick-up load. Phone Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

Salon/ Spa Equipment Sale: 3 pedestal pedicure chairs $250 ea. Manicure table $50, cash register, MA 186-100 series $100, washer/dryer set $300, adjustable aesthetics chair $200, 3 cutting capes (2 black, 1 brown) $10 ea. Small storage cabinet $10, 3 large poster frames $20 ea. 4 hourglass shaped mirrors 4x2 ½’ $40 ea.

4 black wire wall clocks $5 ea. 3 bins of perm rods (blue/yellow, orange/peach, purple) $10 ea, Clean & Easy paraffin warmer $100, 2 Qtica sugar scrub 42oz $42 ea. 2-2lb peach paraffin cubes $7 ea, round adjustable stool $20 , 9 Rubbermaid stepping stools $1 ea. 4 wall mount hot tool brackets $5 ea.

6 packages Credo blades, $3 ea.

29 Dannyco mani/pedi brushes $.25. Call 250-342-1143 Earth Stove, wood stove, good condition, $500.00. Call 250342-0035.

BLOW OUT SALE All Clothing

40-50% Off November 28th & 29th ONLY

Priced to sell at $499,000 Call 403- 818-5330

KIDZ OUTLET CONSIGNMENT (Below Lambert–Kipp) Adult Wear Too

Majestic elk head, huge rack, much below cost, $1600.00. Slip tank with pump, $150.00. 1000 gal. plastic water tank, approx.

10’ x 4’, $600.00. Call Bob, 403861-2309.

Flat deck trailer, 2004 16’ car hauler, tandem 3500 lb axles, heavy duty ramps, 4’ sides, spare tire, $2500.00, 250-270-9447.

4 winter tires, P235-45HR17.

Paid $180 ea. Like new, $500.00 for all, 250-342-0772.

snowmobiles

VEHICLE FOR SALE

VEHICLE FOR SALE

1985 GMC 7000 single axle dump 2004 Ford Ranger, 70,000 km. truck, 5 speed w/hi-low axle, 8’ Asking $12,000.00. Phone 250x 16’ steel box, $5,500.00, 250- 342-1121.

342-5118.

1991 Dodge Caravan. Make us an offer. Call 250-342-4456 to view.

1995 ž ton Chevy Diesel. New brakes, new tires, 254,000 km, $3500.00. Call 250-341-1076.

1995 Pathfinder 4x4, 5 speed SE, V6, A/C, heated seats, sunroof, cruise, tow package, running boards. Runs very well, $3500.00 OBO, 250-347-7773.

1997 Saturn SL2, 4 cylinder, 4 door, auto, ABS, A/C, power windows, sun roof, 4 new tires, remote start, 6 stack CD player, 190,000 km, one owner, $2900.00 OBO, 250-235-0171.

vehicles for sale

1997 Skandic 500 Skidoo. Has reverse, good shape, $2000.00 OBO. Call 250-346-3275.

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

2002 Arctic Cat 800 Mountain Cat, 151� x 2� track, 1600 miles, excellent shape, $4500.00. 1999 Arctic Cat 600ZL 121� x 1.5� studded track, great condition, $2500.00. 2006 10’ aluminum vnosed sled trailer, front drive off ramps, rear drive on ramp, spare tire, custom cover for 2 sleds, like new, $3000.00. Will sell whole package for $9000.00, 250-270-9447.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 37

November 21, 2008

P ioneer C lassifieds services

careers

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.

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

Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada.

COLUMBIA VALLEY ROCKIES

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

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!

For all your renovations, repairs, framing, decks, etc. Call Kev at 250-349-5267.

REPAINT SPECIALISTS

10 years experience in high-end homes Top Quality. Professional.

Mature. References.

Book now for winter schedule, 250-342-7352.

Clean your flue ‘cause Santa’s due!

Call Terry at Top Hat Chimney Sweep 250-342-6890

WISH PROGRAM SUPPORT WORKER Family Resource Centre

Duties: The Women’s Information and Safe Homes support worker is part of a team of casual staff that agrees to carry a cellular phone and serve scheduled on-call duty for the Safe Homes Program. Support workers are on call on week days and evenings, weekends and statutory holidays. When called out, the support worker provides a condential emergency service for the provision of temporary, safe and supportive accommodation for women and their children who have experienced or who are at risk of abuse, threats or violence. Support workers will provide transportation, information, support and, when appropriate, follow-up support for women.

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

Application process and deadline: Submit a resume and cover letter to Pat Cope, Executive Director, Family Resource Centre, Box 2289, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0, by 4:00 p.m., November 15, 2008.

Looking for a sports-minded individual to organize sports/ games for three 8 year old boys in the afternoons at Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

Opportunities in Radium, East Kootenays Innovative leadership and a commitment to the highest standards of safety, environmental and operational excellence have made Canfor a leader in the forest products industry.

Hair Stylist required at Valley Hairstyling. Full or part-time.

Call Susan at 250-342-9863.

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Local waste disposal company looking for class 3, air-endorsed driver. Please mail resume, including cover letter stating wage expectations and driver’s abstract, to 2206-13th Avenue, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K4. Only those candidates chosen for an interview will be notified.

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Production Workers Casual Employees

Get the rewards you deserve. In addition to competitive union rates, we offer comprehensive benefit packages to full-time employees, opportunities for personal and career development and good working conditions along with a strong emphasis on safety. If you like the idea of fair compensation for your hard work, why not apply?

We wish to thank everyone for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please forward your résumé to: Canadian Forest Products Ltd. Radium Laura Curnow Fax: 250.347.9630 Email: laura.curnow@canfor.com

You can remember someone special with your gift to the Canadian Cancer Society M48589

(also known as the BC Cancer Society) To donate In Memory or In Honour: www.cancer.ca | 250-426-8916 or call toll-free 1-800-656-6426 or mail to: P. O. Box 102 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

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Please include: Your name an address for tax receipt Name of the person being remembered Name and address to send card to

Let’s Make Cancer History

www.cancer.ca

N E W S PA P E R

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

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I Kootenay Savings MoneyWorks - Invermere Kootenay Savings continues to grow as we strive to fulfill our vision:

To be the best provider of financial services and the best place to work in the communities we serve.

At Kootenay Savings MoneyWorks, we have one goal: to offer straightforward, no-nonsense financial planning. We pride ourselves on building successful relationships with our clients - success that results from our employees’ genuine interest in helping people meet their financial needs and goals. We have the same genuine interest in providing our employees with opportunities to grow and develop in meaningful careers.

We currently have an opportunity to hire a part-time Administrative Assistant I to provide administrative and marketing support to our financial advisor in our successful East Kootenay region.

If you are a team-oriented individual interested in growing with an organization where you can demonstrate your talent for building strong member relationships, we’d like to hear from you!

For full details about this position including qualifications and information about how to apply prior to November 28, 2008, please see the Careers Section of our website at www.kscu.com.

Do you want to grow? Both personally and professionally?

Come to Invermere, BC and join our amazing team.

Just because we are small, it doesn’t mean we think small.

Invermere, BC – the place with room to grow!

COMMUNITY CARE LPN / TEAM LEADER HOME SUPPORT SERVICES Permanent part-time – 0.90 fte INVERMERE, BC QUALIFICATIONS:

• graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses and one (1) year of recent, related acute care or residential experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• current, full practicing licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC • class V BC Driver’s License • certification in CPR and First Aid We invite you to phone or apply online at www.roomtogrowbc.ca g to EK-EK COMM-COM-08-0085651 before December 5th, 2008 or submit a detailed resume, in confidence to: Human Resources Recruitment Services 1212 Second St. N. Cranbrook, BC V1C 4T6 Phone: 250-420-2442 Fax: 250-420-2425 E-mail: debbie.mandryk@interiorhealth.ca

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38 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer Kootenay Savings continues to grow as we strive to fulfill our vision:

To be the best provider of financial services and the best place to work in the communities we serve .

We currently have two exciting career opportunities for experienced, sales and service oriented banking professionals in our Invermere Branch.

FINANCIAL SERVICE ADVISOR Invermere, BC

The Financial Service Advisor provides and promotes lending and deposit services in our Invermere Branch. The successful candidate will offer solid experience as a personal lender, along with a proven track record of exceptional communication, sales and service skills which provide the foundation for building and maintaining strong member relationships.

MANAGER: MEMBER SERVICE Invermere, BC

The Manager: Member Service provides leadership in managing and developing a top-notch, sales-oriented member service team. The successful candidate will possess exceptional leadership, coaching and team building skills in order to ensure that existing and potential members receive exceptional service from knowledgeable staff.

You’ll be rewarded with a positive and challenging work environment in an organization that incorporates many leading-edge strategic initiatives with opportunities for leadership development, supported learning and career advancement.

For full details about these positions including qualifications and information about how to apply prior to December 5th, 2008, please see the Careers Section of our website at www.kscu.com.

November 21, 2008

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN)

Community Link Student Support Worker School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain), Windermere Zone, is seeking a temporary, part-time (.4000 fte) Community Link Student Support Worker working at Edgewater Elementary School, commencing as soon as possible until June 30, 2009.

The Community Link Student Support Worker, as part of the School Based Team, provides assessment, case planning, and intervention for students at risk or experiencing severe social, emotional, behavioral or mental difculties.

QUALIFICATIONS • Completion of a relevant degree from a recognized university – eg.

BA in Child and Youth Care or Bachelor of Social Work or M.Ed. in Counselling or MA in clinical and/or educational psychology, or MSW, or an equivalent combination of training and experience; • Experience in a related eld would be an asset.

For further information, please contact Barbara Morris, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, Learning Leadership and Student Services, (250) 342-9243. Qualied candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, resume and three references clearly stating their qualications and experience by Monday, November 24, 2008 at 4:00 p.m.

Mr. Paul Carriere Department of Human Resources P.O. Box 70, Kimberley, BC V1A 2Y5 (250) 427-2245 (tel) / (250) 427-2044 (fax) / hr@sd6.bc.ca (e-mail) Successful applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check.

Construction Site Clean-up/ General Labourers Required $17/per hour. Invermere B.C. Please call 250-342-7134

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 International Student Program

HOMESTAYS NEEDED

School District No. 6 (Rocky Mt.) requires host families in Invermere to accommodate International students for David Thompson Secondary School immediately and also for January 2009. Placement until June 2009. Host families provide a family environment with a private bedroom, three meals a day, a study area, transportation assistance and high speed internet access.

Remuneration of $600.00 per month per child is paid for hosting a student.We need your support now! Homestays are required to submit a criminal records check.

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

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 39

November 21, 2008

Valley Churches

FAITH

How confident do you feel?

By Scott Peterson Valley Christian Assembly I’m sure most of us have had enough bad news recently to last for quite a while.

Whether we are discussing the economic recession, the wars in the Middle East, or natural disasters occurring in various parts of the world, we have a tremendous amount of hardship happening in the world.

My question today is this: do you feel secure?

I’m not referring to personal self-esteem or insecurity, nor am I speaking of the type of alarm systems you might have installed in your home.

I am addressing the big picture; the main concern; the bottom line.

It can be summed up in one question: “Do I feel confident that I and my family are going to be all right?”

As much as we strive to do everything in our power to keep our families safe, healthy and happy, there are things in life that are outside the spectrum of our control.

Oh, we certainly like to think that we’re in control, until the unexpected happens: a job loss, an illness, a relationship crisis, or an unforeseen tragedy.

I am not writing this column to try to scare anyone; I am simply reminding us of what we should al-

Basketball coaches needed David Thompson Secondary School is still looking for coaches for their senior girls’ basketball team and bantam boys’ basketball team.

The season starts in the next few weeks, and continues until the end of February.

Time commitment is usually two practices a week, and weekends for travel. The senior basketball coach might miss some work on Fridays due to travel time.

It’s an excellent opportunity to get involved with the local high school and support our youth.

Experience isn’t necessary!

For more information, contact Lainey Wilson or Barry Tremblay at 250-342-9213.

ready know – life can be unpredictable.

I believe wholeheartedly in living life to the full and enjoying every blessing, but do you know how I do it? I place my trust in God. Peace and security will only come as we surrender our limited control over to God’s ultimate control, allowing Him to lead us, care for us, and fulfill His divine destiny in our lives.

Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your path straight.”

Matthew 6:33 tells us to “seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things (provision, safety, etc.) will be given to you as well.”

God knows all that we need, and promises to supply all of our needs as we put Him first in our lives and live according to His Word.

This does not mean that we’ll never have a bad day, or that we won’t go through challenges in life.

Psalm 23 tells us, “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear nor evil, for your rod and your staff comfort me.”

Notice the Bible explains that though we may walk through some valleys, God doesn’t drop us off and leave us there!

We walk through them in order to get to the other side, and the Lord walks with us every step of the way.

This same Psalm speaks of the provision and protection of the Lord as our good shepherd.

We can have confidence as Christians that our lives are secure in the care, protection, and providence of God.

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Lake Windermere Alliance Church November 23rd: 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 November 23rd: 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.valleychristianonline.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.

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.

• Relief Society, Noon.

President Barry Pratt • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-341-5792

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