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A Calgary man escaped with minor injuries last weekend after becoming trapped high on a cliff above Toby Creek.

Golden and District Search and Rescue, Columbia Valley Search and Rescue, B.C. Ambulance, RCMP and the Panorama Fire Department were called about noon on Sunday, when rafters spotted the injured man on the east side of Toby Creek.

Members of the Golden Search and Rescue arrived with a helicopter. Two team members were lowered to the cliff where they attached a line to the injured individual. The helicopter then lifted the man from the cliff and placed him safely on the road.

The man, in his 30s, whose name has not been released, was a participant in the Full Moon in June Adventure Race, a 36-hour four-person race on foot, from Panorama to Invermere to Radium and back to Panorama.

According to race organizer Andrew Fairhurst, the victim separated from the three remaining members of his team, immediately disqualifying them from the race. He estimates the racer was trapped on the cliffs for about three hours before being rescued.

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Tom is a high school graduate from DTSS. He was very active in the sporting community of Invermere having played both competitive soccer and ice hockey.

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Valley NEWS

No overnight mooring on Columbia Lake

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Some boat owners around Columbia Lake are upset over the enforcement of a two-year-old bylaw banning overnight moorage to protect the lake foreshore.

An information brochure about the bylaw arrived in mailboxes in Area F last month.

Andrew McLeod, planning and development services manager for the regional district, explained that a zoning bylaw for the surface of Columbia Lake was passed back in November 2007. However, this summer will see an increase in enforcement.

“Through public notices, newspaper ads and an increased presence around the lake by our bylaw enforcement officer, we want to help people understand why the water zoning was put in place and to encourage the public to voluntarily comply with the regulations by removing their boats from the lake at the end of each day,” Mr. McLeod said.

Area F director Wendy Booth added that the bylaw was passed in response to residents’ concern. “It is important to note that the regional district created this bylaw in response to the community’s desire for the long-term protection of the lake,” Ms. Booth said.

Columbia Ridge resident Peter Bartman supports the bylaw. “There are lots of breeding birds on the eastern shore,” he said. “There have been a fair number of cases of boats disturbing the birds breeding there.

“Columbia Lake should be enjoyed by a more leisurely type of boating, rather than motor boats towing waterskis or rubber tubes.”

But some residents say the bylaw will effectively prohibit boats on the lake. While the regional district has committed to creating one, there is currently no public boat launch on the north end of the lake, so people must travel to the launch in Canal Flats.

“I understand why they want to stay green and help the environment, but it is increasing tenfold the vehicular traffic hauling their boats to and from the boat launch in Canal Flats,” said Fairmont resident Dave Sass. “My family has enjoyed the lake for 21 years and we leave no imprint,” he added. “This is one of the recreational activities we enjoy. Should we not be grandfathered in, I’m selling my boat.”

Mr. Sass and his neighbour Ron Hall are currently appealing to the regional district to have their overnight moorage “grandfathered” under the bylaw, meaning they are exempt because they moored their boats before the bylaw was passed.

“From the point of view of Fairmont residents, we’re being shut down from using the lake,” said Ron Hall.

Bob Walker, the developer of Bella Vista Estates, is also hoping his community’s dock will be allowed.

“We built a dock and access road at an expense of $200,000 in 2002 after extensive discussion with the regional district,” Mr. Walker said. “I resent the fact that this is an exclusive way to use the lake. Either we find a way to share it or no one should be able to use it.

This is not a fair or equitable way to manage access.”

However, Andrew McLeod said Bella Vista’s dock is not acceptable under the bylaw. “The Bella Vista dock was placed in the lake without the required approval from the province and is therefore not a grandfathered structure under the bylaw,” he said.

Columere Park Developments has a 30-year aquatic lease on its marina that is valid for another 12 years, so Mr. McLeod said it has been deemed legal.

Moorage in front of Columbia Ridge Estates has also been legally recognized.

Wendy Booth said it’s simply a matter of enforcing a bylaw that has been largely ignored. “This is about enforcement of a bylaw and the long-term protection of the lake, something we are all trying to achieve,” she said. “It’s nothing more, nothing less.”

Grocer proves the colour blue exists in nature

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff Armed with a petition containing 50 more signatures than it took to elect Mayor Gerry Taft, and physical evidence that the colour blue does, indeed, exist in nature, Sydney-Anne Porter, the owner of AG Valley Foods in Invermere, asked Invermere council to allow her to paint her store blue.

Admittedly enjoying her Miracle on 34th Street courtroom dramatics, Sydney-Anne said she is enjoying her campaign to use the colour.

“We’ve had a lot of fun this week,” she said.

“This has been great for the store and the community. We’re in the same paper as Canfor closing its doors, which covers a lot of doom and gloom, and people feel they have no control of their lives.

There’s nothing they can do about that but cry. It seems like they took that passion and they brought it to the store.”

Midway through storewide renovations that will bring a stunning mountain mural to the wall above the deli, Sydney-Anne discovered she is prohibited by law to paint the exterior of the store blue.

According to district planner Rory Hromadnik, the official community plan requires the building — prominently located next to Pothole Park in downtown Invermere — be painted a colour present in the surrounding natural environment, often described as earth tone.

At a council committee of the whole meeting on Monday, Sydney-Anne presented the results of an in-store petition that included a whopping 903 signatures that she collected in only eight days.

Moments later, she unwrapped a ball of brown corduroy fabric to reveal a glassy chunk of Brisco obsidian shining a close approximation of the muted blue she hopes to use.

Lending support to the cause, property owner Joe Helmer and next-door neighbour Karl Conway, the owner of Interior World, spoke in favour of the colour change.

All three council members present said they will support the colour change, but deferred making a decision until a formal application for the variance appears before the full council.

Councillor Spring Hawes said she conducted her own straw poll and was surprised by the results.

“I was surprised,” she said. “The colour was mostly supported.”

Council is expected to decide on June 23rd.

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• At the present time, the Columbia Detachment would like to thank the four citizens who have come forward to learn more about the Restorative Justice Program, and possibly to volunteer. A citizen has also come forward wishing to learn more about the policebased Victim Assistance Program. The detachment would like to hear from more people interested in getting involved with these programs, at which time an information session will be planned.

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Preservationists encounter tenacious resistance in fight to save old lodge CPR railway tracks on the north side of Pynelogs park, overlooking Lake Dorothy.

A team of volunteers organized to Addressing concerns about potensave the old CPR lodge on Fort Point tial costs to move and maintain the are battling resistance, despite adapting structure, the group has applied for their plans to address concerns expressed funding of 100 percent of the cost of over costs, location and viability. moving and restoring the structure.

The 1920 heritage structure is in If successful, the move would save danger of being lost to demolition to Invermere the $30,000 it has already make way for development. earmarked for the project.

At an Invermere council commitStill, a growing number of optee of the whole meeting on June 8th, ponents are speaking out against the community organizer Nick Berzins, project, including Invermere Business who also leads the Columbia Valley Committee Chair Paul Christy, Interior Greenways Alliance and Summit Youth World owner Karl Conway and comCentre in Invermere, presented an upmunity leader Leo Kienitz. date of plans to save the lodge.

Giving voice to the opposition, Seven founding directors, he said, Invermere councillor Al Miller said he A wide verandah wraps around the old CPR lodge on Fort Point in Invermere. are in the process of establishing the is still not moved.

Addressing concerns from residents and neighColumbia Valley Heritage Building Society, an orga“I’m not usually a negative person,” he said. “But nization tasked with preserving the valley’s heritage bours over the proposed location of the rescued lodge, I am still not on board. I haven’t been sold on the structures. The move addresses the reluctance of the the grassy field northeast of Pynelogs, the group is project yet.”

Windermere District Historical Society and the Co- now proposing to shoehorn the structure into a narThe group will continue to refine its plan, which row corner between the Rotary ball diamond and the aims at a Canada Day 2010 grand opening. lumbia Valley Arts Council to take on the project.

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Nostalgia gardening

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher

Until recently I, like most people, had little or no interest in gardening.

For years I blamed this on my childhood. My parents had an enormous garden and my siblings and I spent most of our free time, especially during our precious summer holidays, hoeing, weeding and picking.

In those days gardening was so common it was more than a pastime, it was a way of life.

When we had visitors, they were always asked if they wanted to see our garden. And when we went to other people’s homes, we trailed around after the adults, bored to tears, while they admired the height of the corn and the size of the tomatoes and the proliferation of the string beans.

Having never tasted anything else, we were too young to appreciate the incredible flavour of fresh produce. My mouth waters even today when I think about sitting in the garden and eating peas straight out of the pods, or pulling a carrot and wiping most of the dirt off on my pants before taking a crunchy bite.

We were also too young to appreciate how much money was saved with all that hard work. Our family ate fairly well, even though we were on a strict budget, thanks to the root cellar bursting with vegetables and the pantry shelves laden with preserves.

We ate things that today I still consider luxuries – crabapple jelly, pickled beets and raspberries in syrup – all organically raised and with no additives other than sugar, salt, vinegar and spices. My mother even made saskatoon wine.

Today, as in many other things, I have come full circle. This year we even planted a garden. It’s not much of a garden – in fact, it’s a toy garden compared to the half-acre of my youth – but I’m looking forward to watching it grow.

I even found myself, while on a walk the other day, peering over fences at other people’s gardens.

GARDENING WITH MANPOWER – At one time, the valley was the site of a provincial experimental farm, purchased in 1910. The Upper Columbia Valley Experimental Station had 35 acres on 13th Avenue in Invermere,

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Seniors, it’s time to speak up!

Dear Editor: I recently attended the annual general meeting of the Senior Citizens’ Association of British Columbia held in Cranbrook. Several resolutions were put forward and will be passed on to the appropriate ministry at provincial and federal government level.

The lobbying for changes is a constant battle that is both tiring and frustrating for the individuals who perform this task, but it is absolutely necessary and needs everyone’s support.

After listening to the stories, my personal opinion is that the biggest abuser of seniors is the government, whether it is the health care system or departments that affect their financial resources. I was not the only attendee who felt this way. A prime example was the Ombudsman’s report on seniors’

care. The report listed many recommendations and only one has been implemented.

The number of seniors in this province is high, but they are not willing to be part of any organization that will lobby for their rights. They sit back and let the government in power line their pockets with larger pensions, supply their friends with contracts that pay big dollars, sell natural resources to private companies and health care boards that vote themselves big pay raises.

In time there will be nothing left, but it will be too late to do anything about it. Join an organization now to give them the grey power to lobby for you, or sit back and do nothing and lose everything you have worked for. This will also affect your descendants’ lifestyle. The ultimate choice is yours.

Norma Hastewell, Invermere

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Blood donors have truly given him the gift of life Dear Editor: For the last year and a half, my life has depended on the generosity of others and the excellent care dispensed by our local medical team. The “others” are blood donors and, about 20 months ago, I became totally dependent on their acts of pure charity. It is hard not to become a little maudlin when I fully appreciate the “gift of life.” That may sound a little hokey, but it is not. Blood donated by over 300 total strangers has given me almost two years of life that could not have been without their benevolence.

Theirs is a very pure gift as they receive no recognition at all and have no idea who they are helping.

We live in a very generous and giving community and every week you can read in the paper about acts of kindness by people pitching in to help others.

The blood supply that I depend on almost certainly comes from residents of Calgary. Probably the seven donors that gave me this last week of life (yes, I have become high maintenance) will likely never read this, but just in case, I want to try and let them know that their pure generosity is not taken for granted.

Since my disease (cancer) got out of control, without blood donors I would not have seen the birth of our second grandson, attended my daughter’s wedding, shot a big bull elk, caught a bunch of fish, voted a few times, and enjoyed time with my friends and family. You get the picture. Life has been good and I appreciate every day.

Mention philanthropy and one may think of Bill Gates, sport stars and celebrities with foundations. While giving by the wealthy is wonderfully generous, blood donors are pure philanthropists.

There is a second part of the “staying alive” equation that I have come to know very well, and that is our local hospital staff. As the saying goes: “You may tie ‘em, but you’ll never beat ‘em!”

The blood and platelets transfusions add up to about 1,200 hours of care, so it is fair to say I’ve had significant exposure to hospitals and treatment, and the service I receive in Invermere is beyond any I would receive in facilities like the Tom Baker Cancer Centre in Calgary.

Our little hospital is great!

The administrative and laboratory professionals do everything they can to fast-track paperwork and test results.

(Honestly, there are times when I feel like Allison is mothering me and that can be very comforting.) Basically, most of the time the whole hospital gives me the feeling that, not only do they know my name, they really care. The efficiency of the nursing staff is very evident and I have been most fortunate to be treated

by Doctor Louw. He has allowed me to participate in decisions that profoundly affect my well-being, and not every physician offers that latitude.

This attempt to say “thank you” feels a bit inadequate but it is my sincere hope that some of the gratitude I feel does translate.

Dennis Hemus, Windermere

Roads don’t save wildlife Dear Editor: In response to the suggestion that developing Jumbo will save the grizzlies: saving animal populations by introducing some kind of highway is not a smart approach to conservation.

If the grizzly population is in decline, then it should be established as to why rather than immediately pointing a finger at hunting. There could be a root cause to the population decline that is tragically missed if it is not properly investigated.

If the population has become unsustainable, then hunting should be restricted until the numbers can be brought back up to a healthy sustainable population. Most hunters out there would agree with this and this is how the provincial hunting regulations work. But first we must assess their habitat and look for all probable causes before simply laying blame.

I do know one thing, though – highways rarely benefit habitat.

Brian Harder, Vancouver

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Invermere council taking on owners of short-term rentals

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff After dodging the issue for years, Invermere council said it will take steps to address the problems associated with shortterm rental properties in Invermere’s residential zones.

Opening what Invermere Mayor Gerry Taft called “a giant can of worms,” council said it would invite property managers and the owners of short-term rentals to a meeting aimed at mending the fabric of Invermere’s residential neighbourhoods torn by the alcohol-fuelled partying at short-term rentals.

District of Invermere Chief Administrative Officer Chris Prosser, who introduced a discussion paper on how other destination communities are deal-

ing with the problem, said it is a thorny issue.

“This has been a hot topic over the last few years,” he said.

“It kind of hit a peak in 2006

of fewer than 30 days, sometimes by the night.

Mr. Prosser said the activity is prohibited in Invermere’s residential zones.

While some of the properties are managed and marketed “Quite frankly, this is a giant by property management companies, a search of the website can of worms.” www.vrbo.com (Vacation Rent—Invermere Mayor Gerry Taft als By Owner), reveals dozens of properties available for rent by the day or week.

Short-term rentals are slipwhen we started to put together pery, moving targets that operate this discussion paper and started in a grey area of enforcement, talking about it. Things qui- Mr. Prosser said. etened down in 2007 and 2008, The discussion paper that but we’re starting to see increas- will frame the debate compares ing complaints again regarding the approaches used in commuthe activities at short-term rent- nities facing similar challenges: als.

Banff, Canmore and Whistler.

Short-term rentals are propCouncillor Bob Campsall erties that are rented for periods said his allegiance lies with In-

vermere’s permanent residents, not the owners of short-term rentals or their clientele.

“No parent should have to feel undue concern about the safety of his or her children, so that somebody can rent something out for a few days for a few bucks.”

Mayor Taft said the “rentals by owner” are the problem.

“A lot of the trouble units are those that are being self-managed by owners and just rented out for cash to people they know,” he said.

“It’s going to be a lot of work, but I do agree the first step is to start a conversation about it.”

Council said it would organize and advertise a stakeholder summit to be held at Invermere Community Hall on a date yet to be announced.

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Jumbo resort will provide new options Dear Editor: Skiing on a glacier isn’t just skiing on a glacier. It educates every single person that will use Jumbo as their destination resort about nature, glacier, hazards, weather and many, many more outdoor factors.

In fact, many guests that aren’t skiers would come here just to learn more about B.C.’s back country.

Jumbo wouldn’t just be about real estate. As well, it could be a great place of high-altitude training for Canadian athletes, which is highly recommended and a key factor for success in any world class competing.

Jumbo can also be a role model for adventure tourism with great access to high alpine terrain. Ad-

Wildsight should monitor streams Dear Editor: It strikes me as strange that Wildsight can spend so much time and energy on their muchpublicized endeavours to study Lake Windermere to death, but choose to ignore the water quality of stream flows both above and below Panorama, Invermere, Radium and Edgewater.

A person would have to believe that the concentration of population in those areas would have a greater impact on the Columbia wetlands as a whole than the part-time residents and users that frequent the lake itself. Why not monitor the inflows and outflows to get an understanding of the pollutants and non-pollutants that go into and out of the sewage system of these areas?

The organization certainly has the resources, both in monies and people. I know one person who has volunteered to do the monitoring of the upstream/downstream quality for Invermere, Radium Hot Springs and Edgewater but he was not taken up on his offer. Why not?

David R. Pacey, Radium Hot Springs

venture tourism is what tourists in Canada are looking for. At the same time, Jumbo can be an exciting leading world-class resort with phenomenal skiing, which can transform Invermere and area into a successful, vibrant, year-round tourism destination.

With Jumbo, Canada can show the world that it is possible to have clean tourism industry combined with nature and wildlife. What better chance than this to introduce a small part of our humongous back country to the world?

Many of the people I know in this valley live here for the same reason that I live here: the opportunity that this valley is offering. I believe that there are many more people out there asking themselves if they should

move here and start their own small business to offer their great service. Why not provide more options to young families wanting to escape the big cities to live out here for better life quality?

Young entrepreneurs coming from different types of tourism education and related working experience bring fabulous new ideas, which are the base for a creative tourism industry. Why not create new possibilities for adventure tourism? Invermere and area is based on the second homeowner industry in the summer.

Why not take it a step further into a year-round destination region?

Andrea Meadus, Windermere

Relay for Life: where does your money wind up?

Dear Editor: The Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay For Life is gearing up and many people in the Columbia Valley continue to work hard to organize the event and raise funds for their Relay For Life teams.

Community members might be curious as to where their donations to these Relay participants go, and specifically, where does the money go in the Columbia Valley?

Locally, the society offers support programs and services for all to access. There is the Cancer Information Service (call 1-888-939-3333 or visit www. cancer.ca) which connects callers with an Information Specialist who provides cancer information and services.

The CancerConnection, one-to-one peer support program, matches newly-diagnosed cancer patients with a cancer survivor and trained volunteer to provide support, either in person or over the telephone.

Wigs and breast prostheses are available for cancer patients to deal with the appearance-related side effects of treatment.

The Canadian Cancer Society also offers the

Southern Interior Rotary Lodge for people travelling to Kelowna for treatment, and the Jean C. Barber Lodge for those receiving treatment in Vancouver.

The Emergency Aid program assists people with cancer who have experienced a financial strain because of the increase in expenses related to treatment.

This self-referral program is administered by trained volunteers and provides financial assistance to cancer patients to help with accommodation, travel, and medication while undergoing treatment.

Camp Goodtimes at Loon Lake in Maple Ridge is a very popular Canadian Cancer Society program for children, teens, and their families with a history of cancer. The camps are free of charge and offer travel assistance, thanks to the generosity of donors. Visit www.cancer.ca/camps for more information.

Thank you again, Columbia Valley volunteers and donors, for continuing to support the Canadian Cancer Society. Your efforts and generosity help us to support those living with cancer in our community.

Madeleine Jenkins Columbia Valley Emergency Aid Volunteer Canadian Cancer Society

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By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The Tembec sawmill in Canal Flats will close down again on June 15th for at least three weeks.

The mill had just reopened on May 19th after a three-month shutdown.

While the prior shutdown was the result of a drop in the U.S. housing market, this time the problem is the rising Canadian dollar.

“The temporary shutdown is due to a rapid rise in the strength of the Canadian dollar since we made the decision to reopen, and the absence of sufficient, compensating price increases to mitigate the negative impact of the U.S. dollar weakening,” said Jean-Luc Carriere, vice-president of Tembec’s B.C. division.

Residents in the Village of Canal Flats are reeling at the news, which will send 160 workers home for an unknown period of time. The concern is greater because Canadian Forest Products announced the indefinite closure of its Radium sawmill last week.

“It is worrisome that the latest announced closure is occurring less than a month after they restarted work, and so close on the heels of Canfor’s indefinite shutdown of the Radium mill,” said Mayor Bruce Woodbury.

“This causes a high degree of concern and uncertainty for our community, and will no doubt have significant direct and indirect impact on our local economy.”

While Tembec has tentatively suggested work will recommence in Canal Flats on July 6th, Mr. Carriere said there is no guarantee.

“We will review the market and currency situation weekly and adjust our operating plans accordingly,” he said.

It has been a tough year for Canal Flats, and council is responding by vowing to consider other avenues for revenue in light of the ongoing mill closures.

“Given the current economic times, it is important that the municipality starts discussing diversification of the economy,” said Mayor Woodbury at the June 8th council meeting.

“We are initiating discussion with residents about the whole spectrum of development opportunities for Canal Flats.”

Step one, he said, is to establish an Economic Development Advisory Committee to consult with council on available opportunities.

The decision dates back to the village’s 2005 Official Community Plan, but council knows it is high time to act on it.

“Council had discussed establishing an Economic Development Advisory Committee before we had heard about Tembec’s latest shutdown,” Mayor Woodbury said.

“The latest announced mill closure confirms the importance of this item and significantly raises its priority.”

Residents of Canal Flats who would like to be involved can contact the village office at 250-349-5462.

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Out & About THE DYNAMIC LILY STRING QUARTET IS CONTINUING THE SECOND LEG OF ITS SUCCESSFUL TOUR OF WESTERN CANADA AT CHRIST CHURCH TRINITY IN INVERMERE ON MONDAY, JUNE 15TH. SEE PAGE 15.

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Movie Review: Gran Torino

Reviewed by Cayla Gabruck There is no doubt in my mind when I tell you that Gran Torino is the best movie I have seen all year, hands down!

Produced by, directed by, and starring Clint Eastwood, the film is a shining example of how much talent this Hollywood veteran has.

Gran Torino tells the story of Walt Kowalski (Clint Eastwood), a grizzled Korean War veteran; and his reluctant friendship with Thao (Bee Vang), a young Asian boy.

Walt Kowalski hates the number of immigrants in his neighbourhood, he hates his spoiled, selfish children – he even hates unkempt lawns.

Walt is a bitter man. He goes through life filled with anger, slinging vicious racial slurs at everyone who crosses his path. His only friends are his golden

Labrador named Daisy; and his barber, an equally foul-mouthed man.

But Walt’s life takes an unexpected turn for the better when he meets Thao, the quiet boy from his neighbourhood who is being tormented by a local gang.

The friendship gets off to a rocky start when Walt catches Thao in his garage one night. Thao has been forced by the gang into trying to steal Walt’s car – a beautiful 1972 Grand Torino.

Thao escapes, but at the request of his mother, he goes to work for Walt to make amends for attempting to steal his car.

Despite his tough shell, Walt finds himself becoming fond of the boy. Walt teaches him how to “be a man,” and Thao teaches Walt humility.

The film slows down in the middle and aside from the occasional run-in with the gang, things seem to be

going well for Walt and young Thao.

That all changes when a brutal attack on Thao’s family leaves the two bound together in a war against the unforgiving street gang.

Clint Eastwood is absolutely wonderful in this film. His chiselled face and gritty voice lend themselves well to the character.

But the quality that makes Gran Torino so much better than your average drama is the range of emotions it manages to evoke in the viewer – it’s humorous, touching and intriguing.

There are very few movies I find awe-inspiring and this is definitely one of them.

Hats off to you, Clint – fantastic movie!

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Friday, June 19th:

Sunday, June 14th: • 10 a.m.: The Gathering of the Greens at Edgewater Community Hall. Garden Fair featuring musicians Beard’s Creek and Tim Ross. Presentations start 2 p.m.

Hosted by Columbia Valley Music and Edgewater Recreation Society. For info: 250-347-9668.

Monday, June 15th:

Toby Theatre • 7:30 p.m. June 10-13: Hannah Montana: The Movie • 7:30 p.m.: June 17-20: Fast & Furious 4

Friday, June 12th: • 7 p.m.: Up-and-coming singer/songwriter David Blair live at The Pynelogs Cafe. No cover, dinner served until 9 p.m. For info: 250-342-1445.

• 8 p.m.: The Columbia Valley Square Dance Club of Radium Hot Springs is having a dance weekend at Radium Community Hall. Dance times: Friday 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. For info: 250347-6573.

Saturday, June 13th: • 8:30 a.m.: Bighorns Family Fun Day at the Bighorns football field behind the Invermere fire hall. Pancake breakfast, dunk tank, and sack races. 12:30 p.m.

Bighorns play Calgary Falcons. For info: Diana at 250-342-8767 or Darla at 250-688-0256.

• 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Flea market at Wilmer Community Hall featuring woodcarving, baking, Tufa rock and preserves. Coffee and donuts will be for sale.

• 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Re/Max staff will sell hot dogs at Sobeys, with all proceeds to the Rescue Vehicle.

• 2:30 p.m.: Town Hall Meeting at the Radium Seniors’ Hall, to discuss the Village of Radium 2008 Annual Report. Pick up a copy at the village office or visit www.radiumhotsprings.ca.

• 7 p.m.: Relay for Life begins at David Thompson Secondary School track, runs until 7 a.m. Sunday.

See schedule on Page 7. To register a team, join a team, buy a luminary, or make a donation, call Lisa Logstrup at 250-688-4488 or email her at: columbiavalleyrelay@bc.cancer.ca.

• 7 p.m.: So You Wanna Fight, Tuff Man Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For tickets, call 1-877-722-3360 or at the door. To enter the fight, call 1-877-215-1340 or visit www.soyouwannafight.com.

• 4 p.m.: Experience first-hand the challenges of disability by travelling through downtown Invermere using wheelchairs or other disability-mimicking devices, to recognize Access Awareness Day, June 6th. For info: Spring Hawes at 250-342-2552.

• 7:30 p.m.: Lily String Quartet perform at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere. Donations at the door.

• Loop the Lake eight-week running clinic starts to prepare for August race. Beginner to advanced levels.

For info: Michelle Taylor at 250-342-8737.

Tuesday, June 16th: • 6:30 p.m. Wilmer Community Club will meet at the hall. The club is gearing up for the unveiling of the Conrad Kain cairn on July 11th, and the opening of the Conrad Kain park gate. For info: Sonja Hemmelgarn at 250-342-9470.

• 6-8:30 p.m.: Community Open House on the Columbia Valley Transmission Project at the Prestige Hotel Banquet Room, Radium Hot Springs. For more info: 1-866-647-3334.

• Comedy night with Kevin Stobo at Bud’s Bar and Lounge. $10 cover.

Wednesday, June 17th: • 7 p.m.: Windermere District Social Service Society’s Annual General Meeting at the Choices Building, Lower Level, 709-10th Street. All welcome. For more info: 250-342-3699.

• 7 p.m: Military pilot Chris Weicht presents an aviation history of the Columbia Valley at the Lions Hall. Celebrate the Canadian Centennial of Flight.

For info: 250-342-2844.

Thursday, June 18th: • 6-8:30 p.m.: Community Open House on the Columbia Valley Transmission Project at Brisco Hall.

For info: 1-866-647-3334.

• 6:30-8 p.m.: Yoga class at Edgewater Community Hall. $10 drop in. For info: 250-270-0377.

• 5 p.m.: Bull Riding in the Rockies – rodeo at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. Beef, beans and biscuits dinner, Bull Riding Queens, Mutton Bustin’ and 30 of the best cowboys. See Page 18.

Saturday, June 20th: • 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: The Invermere Companion Animal Network Society (ICAN) holds its second annual garage sale at 1703 Sinclair Avenue, Windermere.

Drop off gently-used items, already priced if possibl, on June 16th or 17th from noon to 7 p.m. All funds raised will support the work of ICAN. For info: 250341-7888 or www.icanhelpapet.com.

• 1 p.m.: National Aboriginal Day starts at Invermere Community Hall. Craft tables, T-shirts for sale, dinner, performances, dance and karaoke. For info: 250-342-0660 or beaverhead@cyberlink.bc.ca.

• 6:30 p.m.: Supper and Sounds at Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House, Radium. French cuisine and house band. Tickets $30. For info: 250-347-6567.

• 20th Annual Coy’s Par 3 Fun Day of Golf by Fairmont and District Lions Club. Tickets at Coy’s.

In aid of East Kootenay Foundation for Health. For info: 250-345-6675.

Sunday, June 21st: • 8:30 p.m. Roxanne Potvin performs at Bud’s Bar and Lounge. No cover. For info: 250-342-2965.

Tuesday, June 23rd: • 7:30 p.m.: Family Resource Centre annual general meeting at the Columbia Valley Chamber hall at the crossroads. For info: 250-342-4242.

Thursday, June 25th: • 5:30-9 p.m.: Open house and invitation to comment at Invermere Community Hall on the Environmental Assessment of the proposed Glacier/Howser Project.

For info: glacier.howser@gov.bc.ca.

• Brickhouse performs at Copper City Saloon. For info: 250-341-3344.

Saturday, June 27th: • 6 p.m.: Reception for Angela Morgan exhibition at Artym Gallery. For info: 250-342-7566.

• 3-6 p.m.: Reception for Drifting Leaves exhibition at Effusion Art Gallery. For info: 250-341-6877.

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Sheryl Thomas and Nora Efford show some antiquarian books, to be sold July 18th.

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To book, call 250.345.6346 (Riverside), or 250.345.6514 (Mountainside).

Submitted by Friends of the Library The BIG Book Sale is coming. The Friends of Invermere Public Library will stage the second annual event on Valley Appreciation Day, Saturday, July 18th, at the Invermere Community Hall.

The library is accepting donations of gently used books – paperbacks, hard covers, novels, biographies, children’s books, cookbooks and non-fiction – in preparation for the sale.

“We had about 12,000 books at the sale last year,” said Sheryl Thomas, President of the Friends of the Library.

“We can handle more this year, so we

encourage everyone to sort through their shelves and closets and bring us their books.”

Volunteers will sort recycled books into categories including historical novels, mysteries, Westerns, parenting, gardening, crafts and young adults. New categories have been added including antiquarian books – interesting antique and old books still in good condition.

All funds raised at the Big Book Sale will be used for library programs and resources. Please do not bring computer manuals, encyclopedias, magazines, Readers’ Digests, textbooks or damaged books.

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Calgary’s Lily String Quartet will continue the second leg of its 2009 Western Canadian tour on June 15th at Christ Church Trinity in Invermere.

It will be the fourth of 12 such concerts comprising the second part of the tour, which also incudes educational bilingual outreach concerts for children throughout Alberta and British Columbia.

The much-loved Ravel String Quartet in F, Walton’s String Quartet in A minor, MacMillan’s Two Sketches on French Canadian Aires and more

will be on the program at the concerts.

Along with the concert in Invermere, this dynamic foursome will be stopping in Calgary, Canmore, Banff, Golden, Cranbrook, Vernon, Kelowna, Penticton, Vancouver, Victoria and Claresholm.

The second leg of the tour, which has been funded by the Canada Council for the Arts, will take place from June 10th-24th, 2009. The first part of the tour was concluded in April and included eight successful concerts around Alberta and Saskatchewan.

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Plan ahead for Canada Day celebrations!

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Bring out your Canadian flags and fly them high: Canada Day is almost here and the Columbia Valley will be bustling with celebrations. Here is a wrap-up of events around the valley.

Tuesday, June 30th

• 6:30 p.m. at Panorama Mountain Resort: the ski resort will host a kick-off event. As well as face painting and colouring contests for children, stilt walkers will perform around the Great Hall. The highlight will be two performances by local singer/songwriter Oso Simple. He will put on a kids’ show at 6:30 p.m. and one for the grown-ups at 8 p.m.

• Midnight in downtown Invermere: the Kinsmen Club will set off another spectacular fireworks show in the open space below Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. The best viewpoints will be beside the arena, James Chabot Provincial Park, Lakeview Road, and of course from boats on the lake. Organizer Stuart Tutty said the Kinsmen still need to raise money for the display. “We understand times are tough and money is tight, but if everyone in the valley donated $1 each we would have a fantastic show,” he said. Change boxes are located in most businesses, or call 250-342-9052.

Wednesday, July 1st (Canada Day)

• 11 a.m. in downtown Invermere: the Canada Day parade is put on by the Royal Canadian Legion’s Invermere branch. It will start at Pothole Park, continue along 7th Avenue and end up at Kinsmen Beach.

Phone the Family Resource Centre to register a float at 250-342-4242.

• Noon till 3 p.m. at Kinsmen Beach, Invermere: the Mountain Mosaic Festival will be an afternoon of family fun. Co-hosted by Columbia Valley Arts, Panorama Mountain Resort and Invermere Business Committee, the festival will feature a bounce castle, clowns, stilt walkers, a mosaic workshop, face painting and much more. Plan to have your lunch at the festi-

val: the Pynelogs Cafe will serve Scotty Burgers, and there will be stands selling hot dogs, beef on a bun, beef jerky and popcorn. Live entertainment throughout the afternoon will include Oso Simple, belly dancers and a Graham Kinley tap solo. New this year is the Build a Boat Contest, raising money for Cops For Kids. Teams of emergency services employees will have three hours to build a boat out of carefully selected materials, with festival-goers watching. Then at 3:15 p.m. they will launch their boats on the lake and race to the finish. For more information, call the RCMP at 250-342-9292.

• 10:30 a.m. at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort: the Fairmont Fantastic 3 Triathlon will race from the hot pools to the ski hill. This sprint triathlon has minimum distance but maximum elevation! To register, call Crazy Soles at 250-342-2074.

• Noon till 4 p.m. at Fairmont ski hill: Fairmont will celebrate Canada Day with an afternoon of food, games and music. Live entertainment will come from Calgary band Kiesza and local Thinking Man. A barbecue and beer garden will keep everyone energized, while games stations will have folks busy with archery, a dunk tank and a bounce castle.

• Dusk at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort’s main lodge: the best place to watch Fairmont’s fireworks display is from the hot pools – so bring a bathing suit!

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REACh showcases high school student art

By Jessica Gowling Pynelogs Cultural Centre The annual tradition of showcasing our youth’s talent is happening once again at Pynelogs Cultural Centre with the opening of Reach. This event is made possible through our students’ endless dedication to their art practice, as well as the third annual sponsorship from the Panorama Mountain Village.

Robyn Oliver, the art instructor from David Thompson Secondary School, once again curates this incredible showcase of student work. The exhibit runs until June 21st, open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This show features an eclectic variety of creations from over 120 students studying in Grades 8 through 12. These art pieces demonstrate the multi-faceted nature of the high school art program with paintings, drawings, photographs, ceramics and sculpture.

Kindra Shaw and Kayla Luyendyk, whose creations are featured on Reach’s invitation and poster, are two students who are graduating this year and will have several works showcased. Reach also features a Creative Contest open to all the high school students and hosts a number of categories, which encourage both visual and literary entries.

Themes for the contest change annually, and this year’s participants are asked to create artwork or write passages using the word “mirror” as their inspiration.

Tiny dancers Five-year-old Kylee Pocha, left, and three-yearold Brooke Isted danced their hearts out at their year-end performance at Columbia House, much to the delight of the residents. The two were a part of Miss Colleen’s Creative Dance, which is offered through the Aspire Dance Academy.

Photo by Cayla Gabruck

After seeing this show, perhaps you will have an inclination to create, or be slightly jealous of the students’ learning experience, but don’t worry: Pynelogs has a cure for you. Our summer workshop schedule has just been confirmed and there will be many new and exciting classes for all ages to enjoy.

For more information, please visit our website www.columbiavalleyarts.com, give the gallery a call at 250-342-4423.

With the sun’s heat finally starting to turn up, you might notice yourself longing for some summer foods.

The Pynelogs Café is a great place to grab a healthy fresh-made lunch that pairs perfectly with the summer warmth.

And there is good news for those of you craving stuffed Scotty burgers at night, because The Pynelogs Café is now expanding their hours to include Friday evenings. So feel free to continue stopping by for lunch, Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or on Fridays, come for dinner until 9 p.m.

While you dine, the café will be featuring live music by the up-and-coming David Blair. This no-cover, solo acoustic set is sure to create an intimate, pleasurable dining ambiance. Blair will be performing beautiful melodies and tunes, including his new hit song “Hurts So Hard.”

For more information or to reserve seats for David’s show, call the café at 250-342-1445.

FLEA MARKET Saturday, June 13th

Wilmer Community Hall 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Featuring Michael’s woodcarving, baking, Rocky Mountain Tufa, preserves and more.

Coffee and donuts will be for sale.

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

2009 PROPERTY TAX NOTICES Property Tax Notices for the District of Invermere have now been mailed to all property owners on record. If you have not received your notice, please contact the Municipal Office at 250-342-9281 so that a copy may be forwarded.

Taxes are due on July 2, 2009, after which time a 1.5% penalty will be added to any unpaid current taxes. An additional 8.5% penalty will be added after close of business on July 31, 2009. Penalties will also apply to Home Owner Grants not claimed

by July 2, 2009.

Payment options include post-dated cheques (to July 2, 2009), debit card payments, or through internet banking. In July 2009 we will be accepting prepayments for 2010 property taxes, either by installments or equal monthly payments arranged through your financial institution. Please contact our office for more information!

2009 PROPERTY TAX DEFERMENT PROGRAM You may defer payment of property taxes on your principal residence if you are: • 55 years or older during that calendar year (only one spouse must be 55 or older), or • a surviving spouse, or • a disabled person as defined by regulation; and you are: • a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who has lived in British Columbia for at least one year immediately prior to applying for tax deferment benefits.

2009 FINANCIAL HARDSHIP PROPERTY TAX DEFERMENT PROGRAM The Financial Hardship Property Tax Deferment Program is a loan program that allows you to defer all, or part, of your 2009 and 2010 annual property taxes on your home.

This program is different than the Property Tax Deferment Program.

Further information on the above programs can be obtained at the Municipal Office located at 914 – 8th Avenue. Please call our office at (250) 342-9281 if you require any additional information.

Karen Coté, Director of Finance

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June 12, 2009

Gardeners beware the dreaded late frost

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff Frost. It’s a gardener’s worst enemy.

It’s heartbreaking to think that after days of painstaking labour, hours of planting, watering and tending, a single frost can take it all away.

Being a first-time gardener, I am just beginning to experience what I call “frost-phobia.”

But after speaking to one longtime gardener today, I have started to get a little more worried.

Shelley Ferguson of Invermere confessed to me she actually loses sleep over frost.

“If it stays cloudy I know I will be OK,” she said. “But if I look out my window and see the moon and stars, I start to worry. I get up three or four times per night wondering if I should go out and cover my plants.”

So when should you cover your plants? I went straight to the top and asked the experts.

First off, the best thing to cover your plants with is a light sheet.

You should put it over your plants before bed and take it off around

10 a.m. the next morning or when it gets warm out.

Patty Nickisch, owner of Patty’s Greenhouse in Invermere, warns that frost is unpredictable, so it is best to take no chances.

“If you’re a new gardener and someone says there is going to be frost that night, cover your plants,” she said.

“You don’t want to throw all of your hard work and money away.”

How will you find out if there is going to be a frost?

Patty suggests watching or listening to the weather forecast, but from my personal experience, the weather forecast in our region isn’t always accurate.

Glenda Wah, owner of Winderberry Greenhouse and Nursery, said the calendar will tell the tale.

“If you speak to any of the old gardeners in town, they will tell you, ‘Don’t put out sensitive stuff

until after the full moon in June,’” she said.

“Some years we don’t get a late frost, but this year it happened to be true.”

Glenda said that the only real way to tell if there is going to be a frost is to check the temperature every night.

“If you go outside around 9 p.m. and the temperature is around three or four degrees, cover them up,” she said.

For some of you, this advice may be a little too late. Glenda said that since last weekend’s touch of frost, several customers have lost tomato plants and other seedlings to the white stuff.

But, she said, if you are already suffering from black tomatoes, it is possible that they may persevere.

“If there’s any sign of green at the base, cut them back.

“You will lost what you have had for growth and they will be a little bit later, but they will come back,” she said.

“We don’t usually have a late frost like this, but every year you take your chances. It’s the risque part of gardening – gambling against mother nature’s odds.”

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YOUR MONEY

Assessing your retirement income needs Over the past decade or so, the retirement landscape has changed dramatically. The number of Canadian companies supporting big pension plans has dwindled. Some defined benefit plans are also becoming underfunded as companies struggle to survive and market performance was negative.

More and more retirees must rely on their own savings to fund an appropriate level of income during retirement.

Obviously, with so much of our retirement lifestyle depending on how well we manage our portfolio, it makes sense to think about our income needs well before we actually retire.

Here are three important questions to consider when assessing your retirement income needs.

How much income do I need from my retirement portfolio?

The first question you need to ask yourself is how much income you’ll need from your retirement portfolio on an annual basis.

Most experts recommend targeting an annual income that amounts to at least 50-75 percent of the income you enjoyed in your working life, at least for the first few years of retirement.

But this is a very general rule—your personal withdrawal rate will depend on your retirement goals.

Just remember, if you hold your nest egg in a Registered Retirement Income Fund, you’ll be required to withdraw a percentage of your Registered Retirement Income Fund portfolio each year, regardless of how much you actually may need. The exact percentage is based on your age, so check with your financial professional for more information.

When will I need income?

This is largely a question of personal circumstances. If you’ll be relying on your Registered Retirement Income Fund for your primary source of retirement income, you’ll want to schedule regular withdrawals— quarterly, or perhaps monthly if your investments will allow it.

If you have other sources of income to draw on in your retirement, and regular withdrawals aren’t as important, it makes sense to make annual withdrawals at the end of the year, in order to keep assets compounding for as long as possible.

Will my current portfolio provide me with that income?

This is perhaps the most important question to ask yourself. Obviously, with a retirement portfolio, the primary goal should be to provide security and in-

come. Growth is less of a consideration.

In practical terms, that means shifting the balance of the portfolio to fixed-income investments such as bonds and GICs. That said, with life expectancy increasing, it’s possible you’ll need to rely on your Registered Retirement Income Fund for 15, 20, or even 25 years, which means investing at least a portion of your portfolio in conservative, dividend-paying equities.

Don’t forget the government pension plans One important aspect of retirement income is the Old Age Security and the Canadian Pension Plan. Old Age Security provides about $510 per month starting at age 65 for anyone who has lived in Canada for at least 40 years. Those who moved to Canada but haven’t lived here for 40 years still get a reduced amount.

The Canadian Pension Plan is available to those who have contributed to the plan during their working years. Available at a reduced rate at age 60, the Canadian Pension Plan adds about $650 per month to a retiree’s income.

Assessing your retirement needs doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does take some planning.

Make sure you get the most out of your retirement portfolio by asking yourself these questions before you retire.

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The following persons pled guilty in Invermere Criminal Court on June 3rd, 2009, with Judge Ron Webb presiding: • Dusty Howse pled guilty to theft, willfully resisting or obstructing a police officer and assault.

The court heard that on the evening of March 1st, 2009, Mr. Howse stole a green Dodge Dakota with a camper on the back from a residence on 10A Avenue, Invermere.

He drove the vehicle to Radium, where it overheated, and he rented a room at a Radium hotel.

He then left on foot and returned later to collect the Dodge Dakota.

At 11:15 p.m. police arrived in Radium, just as Mr. Howse was pulling the vehicle in front of the hotel.

Court heard that Mr. Howse ran into the hotel, pursued by police. Constable David Hoekstra called for him to stop, but Mr. Howse ignored him and the officer tackled him.

It took three officers to handcuff the accused. They arrested Mr. Howse and took him back to the RCMP detachment in Invermere, where he was detained in custody.

The next evening, about 8 p.m., Const. Hoekstra was in the detachment finishing some paperwork. He was not in uniform.

Const. Hoekstra allowed Mr. Howse to make a phone call to his common-law wife. An hour later, he returned to the phone room to escort Mr. Howse to

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his cell. On the way to the cell, Mr. Howse asked the constable to let him go. The constable refused.

Noticing the exit door near his cell, Mr. Howse asked the constable to open it and was again refused.

Mr. Howse pointed out that the officer was alone and there was no way he could make him go into the cell.

At this point Const. Hoekstra called the jail guard, Dave Dixon, and told him to get the other officers.

According to the crown prosecutor, Mr. Howse called the constable’s bluff, knowing that Mr. Dixon and Const. Hoekstra were the only people in the detachment.

At this point, Mr. Howse said he would fight and assumed a fighting stance.

Constable Hoekstra told Mr. Dixon to radio 1033, which means that an officer needs assistance.

Mr. Howse approached the constable and kicked at him. The kick didn’t connect, but it caused the officer to jump back.

Mr. Howse came forward again, and the constable threw a punch at him, which also didn’t connect.

Two other officers, Const. Panzer and Const.

Balderston, then arrived on the scene.

Seeing that he was outnumbered, Mr. Howse returned to his cell.

Judge Webb commented that the circumstances surrounding the incident caused him “significant concern.”

He sentenced Mr. Howse to two months in jail for each of the three charges: theft of the vehicle, resisting an officer, and assault.

Property tax notices have now been mailed out, and some homeowners could be feeling some strain on their wallets.

Thankfully, homeowners who are not able to pay their property tax can apply to defer through the province’s Financial Hardship Property Tax Deferment Program.

Announced by Premier Gordon Campbell last November, the program allows homeowners with at least 15-percent equity in their home to defer

payment of 2009 and 2010 property taxes. The province will charge simple interest at prime rate, however the loan does not need to be paid back until the home is sold or transferred.

Another deferment program is available for homeowners who are: 55 years or older; a surviving spouse; or a disabled person.

For more information, visit www.sbr.gov.bc.ca/ individuals/property_taxes/property_tax_deferment/fh_ptd.htm.

Application forms are available at the various municipal offices.

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Sandra Roy, owner of La Maison Jaune in Edgewater. She also offers massage service to guests.

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A special supplement to the

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Mountainview V 5155 Juniper Heights Road, Invermere, BC V0A 1K2 Your Hosts: Ken and Marion Hoover (250) 342-2678 • (250) 342-5677 • marion.hover@gmail.com

www.mountainviewbb.com

alley residents are all too familiar with the summer rush. Suddenly, everyone you know wants to visit. And who can blame them?

The weather is gorgeous, the scenery is spectacular, there are tourist activities galore . . . but it’s not always convenient to play host to people you sometimes don’t even know that well.

Here’s the solution: book them into one of our wonderful local bed-and-breakfast retreats.

You can spend days with your friends, swimming or boating or climbing mountains – and at the end of the day, they can retire in comfort to their own stylish getaway, and you can retire to your own home.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN SPRINGS LODGE & RESTAURANT

• Quiet Private Hilltop Location • Fine Dining Restaurant with Patio and Mountain Views • Private Balcony with Spectacular Mountain Views

Your home…

If you haven’t tried a bed-and-breakfast place yourself, you’re in for a treat. Think about checking in yourself, for a special occasion like an anniversary, or just a mini-holiday.

Many travellers can’t endure the discomfort of a camper or the sterile impersonality of a motel room. They like to travel in style, enjoying a beautifully-furnished bedroom, a smoking-hot homemade breakfast and a sense of being wrapped in homespun hospitality.

Following is a pullout guide for some of the area’s wonderful bed-and-breakfast retreats. Please save, and enjoy.

Even on a cloudy day, there is a million-dollar view from Rocky Mountain Springs Lodge & Restaurant in Radium. The lodge and restaurant is operated by Steve Zoltan, shown here, and his wife Maria.

• Suites with Full Bathroom, Bedroom and Living Room • Non Smoking Suites . Family and Pet Friendly Rooms Available • Walking Distance to Hot Pools

Radium Hot Springs, BC Open from April to October Restaurant open daily from 5:00 p.m.

Toll Free:1-877-457-1117 info@milliondollarview.ca

www.milliondollarview.ca • 250-347-9548

5 secluded and pristine log cabins nestled among 100 breathtaking acres of orchards, woods, creeks, trails and mountains featuring:

The Village Country Inn is a charming and elegant 2-storey Victorian style Country Inn that offers warm, cozy rooms for the perfect romantic getaway.

• fireplace • breakfast • Internet

Located minutes south of Invermere, B.C. Rates from $109 to $154 (+tax) per couple. For reservations call

Best suited for the traveler with higher expectations.

7557 Canyon Ave., P. O. Box 15 Radium Hot Springs, BC, V0A 1M0 Hosts: Fern & Graham Kerslake Toll Free: 1-877-466-4680 • Phone: (250) 347-9392 E-mail: mail@VillageCountryInn.bc.ca www.villagecountryinn.bc.ca

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ur beautiful cabins are set up for the perfect romantic getaway. Couples will enjoy privacy, peace and quiet unmatched in the Rockies. Hundreds of feet between cabins give you your own “acreage”. Leave the kids with the inlaws and treat yourselves. Open year round.

Your hosts: Scott & Astrid • 1658 Windermere Loop Rd. • www.gobc.ca/windermerecreek

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… away from home La Maison Jaune

Windermere Creek B&B Cabins

A beautifully-decorated 1912 character home in Edgewater pampers guests in style with canopied beds, a hammock in the garden and a gourmet breakfast prepared by owner Sandra Roy. Sandra offers a full massage service including different modalities including cranio-sacral therapy, lymph drainage and heart centre therapy.

She will also teach her paint-on-glass technique to visitors.

This bed-and-breakfast will appeal to Frenchspeaking visitors since the owner is bilingual. Picnic baskets are available for hikers or romance-seekers. Call 250-347-6938 or visit www.maisonjaunebb. ca.

Mountainview Bed & Breakfast The Hoover home is nestled in a quiet corner of the beautiful Columbia Valley between two mighty mountain ranges, the Rockies and the Purcells.

The property is bordered by hiking trails in the woods, and the family dog, Buster is everybody’s friend. Located between Radium Hot Springs and Invermere, it’s only a short distance to the sights and shops in town, the lakes, beaches, ski hills, and whatever else you want to see and enjoy. Ken and Marion Hoover spent their lives farming in Northern Alberta, and their northern hospitality is the hallmark of their B&B! Call 250-342-2678 or visit: www.mountainviewbb. com.

This secluded getaway offers five log cabins nestled in the woods - four new chalet-style cabins and one historic log cabin built in 1887.

Located on 107 forested acres with a creek running through the property, each cabin has a jacuzzi tub and a fireplace.

Guests may dine on a buffet breakfast or have a morning tray delivered to their door by owners Scott MacDonald and Astrid Schaefer. This is a perfect couple’s getaway, situated across the road from The Windermere Valley Golf Course.

Call 250-342-0356 or visit: www.windermerecreek.com.

Phil and Clare Marshall will act as your hosts at Early Grey Lodge, serving breakfast in the morning and dinner at Greys Restaurant.

www.maisonjaunebb.ca

Earl Grey Lodge This 5,000-squarefoot purpose-built European-style log building at Panorama Mountain Village offers an extraordinary guest experience.

Hosted by Phil and Clare Marshall from the United Kingdom, Earl Grey Lodge has five bedroom-and-bath combinations, with fine dining and wine bar in Greys Restaurant, complete with open kitchen, piano and slate fireplace.

The lodge caters to special events on the wooded, landscaped grounds, where a gazebo has often been used for wedding ceremonies.

This luxurious lodge is steps away from the Panorama ski lift and Greywolf Golf Course.

Call 250-341-3641 or visit: www.earlgreylodge.com.

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Your hosts are Margaret Slack and David Pacey Continental or full breakfast is served TV and games room in Valley View Loft Two bedrooms with shared bath Business Centre is available for our guests Wij spreken Nederlands Smoking on outside decks only, please

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Be prepared to be pampered! It’s the little extras that make your getaway special, and we are all about he details.

• Close to Beach • Private Patio’s • Separate Entrance • Ensuite • Common Lounge • Multi-course Gourmet Breakfast 4676 Selkirk Street, Windermere, B.C. Tel: 250-342-3966 • Toll free: 1-866-342-3966 Email: info@windermerelakesidebb.com

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Windermere Lakeside Bed & Breakfast

Village County Inn

Just 60 metres from Windermere beach, this pleasantly luxurious property is owned and operated

by Rod and Christine Turnbull. Three rooms decorated with understated elegance, fine linens and furnishings all have private ensuite bathrooms, their own entrances and are set snugly in landscaped patios and surrounded by Christine’s well-tended gardens.

Rod is the chef and his multi-course gourmet breakfasts reflect the pleasure he takes in cooking and presenting his food.

Call 250-342-3966 or visit: www.windermerelakesidebb.com.

This elegant two-storey Victorian-style inn with wraparound verandah located in the heart of Radium Hot Springs has 12 bedroom-and-bath combinations, plus a luxurious “romantic getaway” suite. Breakfast is served in the grand Tea Room. Ask your charming hosts Graham and Fern Kerslake about the various spa packages that are available.

Call 250-347-9392 (toll free at 877-466-4680) or visit www.villagecountryinn.bc.ca.

Radium Springs B&B The only home-based bed-and-breakfast in the Village of Radium Hot Springs, owners David Pacey and Margaret Slack offer two modern, bright bedrooms just three blocks off the main street.

To encourage guests to linger, the owners offer five package deals, featuring the themes: wellness, river rafting, relaxing getaway, hiker’s special and family specials.

Call 250-347-7773 or visit: www.radiumspringsbb.ca.

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ARL GREY LODGE is a luxury bed and breakfast in the heart of Panorama Mountain Village.

Guests staying have full en suite bedrooms with a continental breakfast and use of the hot pools and swimming pools. The lodge has excellent views and use of the extensive grounds and decks. Guest kitchen and lounge with satellite TV and DVD and book library and WiFi connection. Pet Friendly. The lodge also hosts the award winning GREYS RESTAURANT with full bar and open kitchen. Please visit our web site for full details of the lodge.

www.earlgreylodge.com info@earlgreylodge.com 250-341-3641

Need help with your lawn or garden?

Check out our Here to Serve You section to find local contractors.

Phone: (250) 341-6299 Fax: (250) 341-6229 Email: upioneer@telus.net www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

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Rocky Mountain Springs Lodge Located high above the Village of Radium Hot Springs, the Rocky Mountain Springs Lodge & Restaurant makes you feel on top of the world. The lodge offers suites with bedroom, bathroom and living room, plus private balcony, full breakfast, and even a fine dining restaurant called Citadella that offers a 10percent discount to guests. Pets are welcome.

Hosts Steven and Maria Zoltan offer old-world charm at this very special place, within walking distance of Kootenay National Park and the Radium hot springs pool.

Call 250-347-9548 or visit: www.milliondollarview.ca.

Rod and Christine Turnbull operate their Windermere Lakeside Bed and Breakfast just a stone’s throw from the beach.

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Quality antique furniture and collectibles from Canada, Europe and Asia.

Architectural items for home and garden.

Open Wednesday to Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm Sunday 11 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Ph: (250) 342-0707

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The coffee shop is open for business in the former location of The Gallery Café beside Interior World on 7th Avenue, Invermere.

Kootenay Coffee Works is open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. This is the second Kootenay Coffee Works location; the other is located next to Bavin Glass at the crossroads.

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COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE BC Transmission Corporation (BCTC) is the Crown corporation that is responsible for managing BC’s publicly owned electrical transmission system.

It’s BCTC’s job to move electricity from where it is generated to communities where it is needed.

The province’s population is growing, and so is the demand for electricity. To meet these needs, our aging transmission system requires improvements and upgrades to ensure that British Columbians continue to enjoy reliable electricity.

To address the growing demand for electricity in the Upper Columbia Valley area, BC Transmission Corporation is proposing to build a new transmission line between Invermere and Golden and a new substation near Golden.

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Provincial authorities are intending to cut a wide swath through the north valley to make way for new and upgraded power lines to help supply Golden’s growing need for power.

As early as next year, BC Transmission Corporation Project Manager Deepak Anand said, load growth is expected to exceed the 69-kilovolt line that currently extends north to Golden from Invermere.

The upgrade will boost capacity from the current 69 to either 138 or 230 kilovolts and will include a new power substation near Golden.

One of the project’s key objectives, organizers say, is to incorporate local knowledge into the project planning process and to balance the competing interests of affected stakeholders.

To that end, representatives of the British Columbia Transmission Corporation are hosting open houses in Radium Hot Springs, Golden and Brisco during the next week.

The Transmission Corporation is inviting stakeholders from Invermere to Golden to attend one of the open houses to learn more about the project, to share knowledge of the area, and to communicate their thoughts and ideas.

The corporation is planning a route west of the Columbia River for the proposed transmission lines and site for the new substation.

“We need the community’s support to do this work,” Mr. Anand commented.

See advertisement at right for dates and times of an open house near you. For more information, see http://www.bctc.com.

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Please drop by any one of these events: Radium Hot Springs Tuesday, June 16, 2009 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Prestige Hotel Banquet Room 7493 Main Street West

Golden Wednesday, June 17, 2009 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Golden Seniors Centre 1401 - 9th Street

Brisco Thursday, June 18, 2009 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Brisco Hall Highway 95, north side

If you are unable to attend this round of Community Open Houses and would like more information or to share your thoughts please contact our Community Relations Department at 1.866.647.3334 or community.relations@bctc.com. You can also learn about the project on our web site at www.bctc.com.

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MAKE FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL AT RADIUM RESORT Treat Dad to a round of golf and dinner on Father’s Day. Book a tee time after 1:00 pm on Sunday, June 21st and everyone can play 18 holes of golf with shared cart and a steak sandwich dinner for only…

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Can’t make it to the course on Father’s Day? Now’s your chance to make Dad happy and save with our Pre-Paid Green Fee Tickets. Green Fee Tickets are fully transferable and are redeemable throughout the 2009 season.

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Contact us to book times or order tickets.

Springs Course: (250) 347 -6200 • proshop@radiumresort.com Resort Course: (250) 347 - 6266 • radiumproshop@radiumresort.com

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Golf Briefs Windermere Valley Ladies What is so rare as a day in June?

Thirty ladies out to golf, that’s what!

Match play on June 3rd was certainly a big draw, or was it the great weather?

Winning their match by five holes or more were: Coreen Ruault, Doreen Stewart and Susan Nikirk. Winning by four holes were: Diane Kochorek, Helga Boker and Gail Cole. The Deuce Pot was shared by Gail Wilfley, Susan Nikirk and Lorraine Ross. The Putting Pot was won by Diane Kochorek. Helga Boker took home the 50/50. We now know all the rules for match play!

On May 27th, the game was Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive.

Gail Cole and Sharyn Schmidt won K.P.s for their respective handicaps, while Mary Jean Anakin and Coreen Ruault won the Long Drives. Sharyn Schmidt also won the carry-over Deuce Pot and Mary Jean took the Putting Pot. Well done, girls!

Mountainside Men The Bob and Bob show won the team game with Bob Beck and Bob Will (where there is a will there is a way!) while Richard Nesbitt and Tim Lindsay squeaked across the finish line in a close second!

On Wednesday night at Mountainside Golf Course there were four deuces, paid out to Craig Millar, Morley Dougal, Andy Chisholm and Travis Haftner.

Two snips each were won by Craig Millar and Scott Powell, while Tom Hardie, Travis Haftner and Scott Sangster each recorded a snip each.

All guys are welcome to come out and play Wednesdays at 3 p.m., with special green fees in effect for the game.

Keep it in the Fairway!

Riverside Ladies When winter comes can spring be far behind? Yes! We have only had two ladies’ days when the weather was decent.

On May 28th the game was called “If I’da,” which is rather self-explanatory. Winner was Marlyn DesBrisay, runner up Marg Nelson. Deuces won by Nelda Harker, Bev Palfrey, Lorna Robitaille and Lorna Trapp. The K.P.s were won by Maureen Brown, Nelda Harker, Anne Keely and Bev Palfrey.

Last week the ladies hosted the men’s club – that is always a favorite for all concerned. We had a great turnout and a beautiful day – really hot!

The winning team consisted of Susie Bond, Donna Slobodzian, Ken Munroe and Don Deputan; in second place was Cathy Cowan, Marg Nelson, Gottfried Mueller and Marvin Bond.

Deuces were won by Noel Robitaille, Ken Munroe, Gottfried Mueller, Cathy Cowan, Isabelle Stewarr, Bob Rutherford and Bruce Eaket; K.P.s were won

by Pat Colville, Noel Robitaille (two) and Susie Bond.

Well done, all of you! Next week is the Dorothy Franklin Memorial tournament, so we hope everyone will try to be there.

Radium Resort Ladies Our 2009 season officially kicked off on May 5th with our annual meeting, but unfortunately the golf game was cancelled due to the weather.

Week two weather wasn’t much improved but a few hardy souls persevered – congratulations to Kay Lymburner who won the deuce pot and to our game of the week winners, Dee Veen who took first place and Joan Woolley taking second.

Week three was also cancelled due to rain but the sun finally shone on May 26th and our members came out in force. Our week four winners were Becky Trim who took the deuce pot, Kay Lymburner, who took first place in our game of the week, and Susan Boker who took second. Hardest working golfer award went to Myrnie Bergeson.

The Radium Resort ladies play Tuesday mornings and we welcome new members and guests. For information please call Doris at 342-2649.

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Annual General Meeting

Family Resource Centre Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Hall at the Crossroads.

The business meeting will be followed by an informal get together with refreshments served.

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DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: 4:00 PM Pacific Time, September 4, 2009 These awards encourage excellence by honoring people and organizations whose work makes the lives of children and youth better, and exemplifies innovation and respect.

Winners will be recognized and honoured at award ceremonies in October 2009.

GOOD SPORTS – Front row, from left: Olivia Rasilianen, Courtney Noga, Jaimie Dolan, Tyson McCarthy, Jasmine Montgomery, Josephine Mouly, Tiara Livingston, Ashley Hecher, Crystal Coppock, Brittany Taylor. Second row: Megan McGrogan, Miranda Oglestone, R.T. Rice, Zack Opheim, Mackenzie Brush, Kindra Shaw, Kayla

Luyendyk, Katie Milligen, Jessica Wall, James Rose, Lee Klas. Third row: Seamus White, Gavin Crowley, Jesse Thies, Amy Klas, Olivia Boyer, Katie MacDonald, Heather McKenzie, Liam O’Sullivan, Chris Hynes. Fourth row: Max Regitnig, Alex Godlien, Elesha Atwood, Faro Burgoyne, Mitchell Williams, Allan Easterbrook, Sam Rogal.

High school gives sport awards On Monday night, David Thompson Secondary School named the winners of its Athletic Awards.

“It was a great event; it’s always nice to recognize our athletes,” said physical education and athletic coordinator Lainey Wilson.

Major Awards: • Grade 8 Girl: Jasmine Montgomery • Grade 8 Boy: Mitchell Williams • Junior Girl: Jaimie Dolan • Junior Boy: Alex Godlien • Senior Girl: Olivia Rasilainen • Senior Boy: Brody Myers • Overall Girl: Brittany Taylor • Overall Boy: James Rose The following winners are listed first as the Most Valueable Player and secondly, the Most Improved.

Fall Sports: • Senior Girls Volleyball: Olivia Rasilianen, Amy Klas • Senior Boys Volleyball: Nolan Shoemaker, Seamus White • Junior Girls Volleyball: Heather McKenzie, Katie MacDonald • Junior Boys Volleyball: Alex Godlien, Max Regitnig • Grade 8 Girls Volleyball: Jasmine Montgomery, Ashley Hecher • Grade 8 Boys Volleyball: Mitchell Williams, Chris Hynes

• Senior Boys Soccer: Tyson McCarthy, Beau Blakley • Junior Boys Soccer: R.T. Rice, Hayden Becker • Cross Country: Mackenzie Brush, Zack Opheim Winter Sports: • Senior Girls Basketball: Megan McGrogan, Miranda Oglestone • Senior Boys Basketball: James Rose, Ivan Chacon • Junior Girls Basketball: Katie Milligen, Jessica Wall • Junior Boys Basketball: Alex Godlien, Max Regitnig • Grade 8 Girls Basketball: Jasmine Montgomery, Courtney Noga • Grade 8 Boys Basketball: Sam Rogal, Allan Easterbrook • Skiing (Male): James Rose, Gavin Crowley • Skiing (Female): Brittany Taylor, Tiara Livingston • Snowboarding (Male): Faro Burgoyne, Liam O’Sullivan • Snowboarding (Female): Olivia Boyer, Romana Parkerova • Badminton (Male): Ryan Hall, Chris Hall • Badminton (Female): Elesha Atwood, Crystal Coppock Spring Sports: • Girls Soccer: Kayla Luyendyk, Kiana Strand • Track & Field: Kindra Shaw, Josephine Mouly • Golf: Lee Klas, James Rose • Senior Baseball: Jesse Thies, Brody Myers • Junior Baseball: T.J. Bone, Brandon Sam

Awards of Excellence Categories: • Advocacy • Cultural Heritage and Diversity • Innovative Services • Service Provider • Youth Leadership • Lifetime Achievement Award To make a nomination or for more info on the Representative’s Awards visit www.rcybc.ca

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June 12, 2009

Lakeview residents will stick with septic

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Residents of Lower Lakeview Road have voted to end discussions with Windermere Water and Sewer Company about installing a water and sewer system in their area.

At a community meeting on Saturday, May 16th, the Lakeview Road Property Owners’ Association voted 52 to 38 to close down discussions with the Regional District of East Kootenay over the provision of water and sewer.

Following the residents’ wishes, the regional district announced at its May 29th board meeting that it won’t proceed with a planned petition process on the issue.

The decision comes after an April community meeting, when the regional district invited representatives from Windermere Water and Sewer and the provincial Interior Health department to discuss the proposal with residents.

Windermere Water and Sewer proposed to provide sewer and water services to Lakeview Road properties through an agreement with Kinbasket Water and Sewer.

Homeowners would pay an annual fee of around $3,400 over 30 years.

Currently, lots on Lakeview Road have on-site water and septic systems.

Brian Colgan, president of the Lakeview Road Property Owners’ Association, said that 80 percent of Lower Lakeview Road residents voted in a secret ballot – the owners of 90 out of 111 affected lots – either at the meeting, or by mail.

He said several aspects of the proposal worried residents. “There was concern about it being more expensive than on-site septic systems, concern about the longterm security of being associated with Kinbasket Development Corporation, and some people were concerned about the company being tied in with Hank Swartout,� Mr. Colgan said.

Windermere Water and Sewer is owned by Calgary developer Hank Swartout, who was an owner of The Resort at Copper Point, now in receivership.

Windermere Water and Sewer has accepted the decision, said president Paul Partlo. “We were extremely disappointed to see the community of Lower Lakeview back away from the opportunity to implement a community sewer and water system,� Mr. Partlo said. “The elimination of more than 110 individual septic systems from the north end of Lake Windermere would have been a significant step in the long-term

preservation of a critical water resource. “However, the individual cost to each owner in that community in order to bring the system to fruition has always been significant and we respect the decision of the community.�

Lakeview Road residents will continue to maintain on-site septics. “Everyone will be on their own to make their own decision whether to put in a new septic or not,� said Brian Colgan. “There is quite a lot of pent-up demand. People were waiting to see if water and sewer would be provided, and now that it is not, they are moving forward.�

Paul Partlo hopes the issue will eventually come back for further consideration by the residents. “It is our sincere hope that this represents only a temporary deferral of a project that has significant positive impact,� he said.

However, Mr. Partlo says Windermere Water and Sewer is secure. “Windermere Water and Sewer Company has moved forward on the construction of facilities to service other communities on the east side of Lake Windermere,� he said. “Despite the challenging economic environment, we are very pleased to see the continuing and strong level of community support for upgraded systems throughout the valley.�

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Green Zone: last call for tournaments

By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist This is my last call and first call for a couple of upcoming golf events.

On June 23rd at Windermere Valley Golf Course, the first annual “Giving Back Community Golf Tournament” will take place.

This inaugural event will benefit the Lake Windermere Lions Foundation and Invermere Volunteer Fire Fighters Rescue Vehicle Campaign. Our fundraising group is very pleased that this tournament will help our efforts and with more than $15,000 worth of auction items already gathered, plus excellent support from the business community in sponsorship, all we need now are a few more golfers to come and enjoy an afternoon of golf followed by a great dinner and auction. I wonder if that was a run-on sentence? Oh well, I never claimed to be good at grammer!

It is a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start, Tuesday June 23rd. Cost is $395 per team, or enter on your own for $100. Call 342-3004 and register today. I really do hope to see you there.

Then, on July 7th, it is our sixth annual Lake Windermere Lions Golf Day at Copper Point. This is the one day that I encourage and ask you to play this course. All proceeds go to the Rescue Vehicle, with nothing to Copper Point, and the Lions Club doesn’t keep any of it, either. We have a number of Hole-In-One prizes, along with some other contest prizes as well. The cost will remain at $65 per person and I must emphasize the fact that all of it is going towards a very worthwhile cause. God forbid the day ever comes that we need our volunteer firefighters to attend a road rescue involving one of our loved ones, but it could happen, and knowing that these guys have the very best equipment at their disposal could be what it takes to save lives.

Surely, you have 65 bucks to put towards that and get a game of golf out of it, as well.

Come on, do something worthwhile and I promise you will feel good about it!

Phone Copper Point at 341-3392 and tell them you want to play on Lions Golf Day, July 7th, 2009. Better yet, phone them both! *** The Green Zone Quote of the Week is by Dave Hill: “My game is so bad, I gotta hire three caddies: one to walk the left rough, one for the right rough, and one down the middle. And the one in the middle doesn’t have much to do.”

See for yourself: take the president’s challenge

Kirby Brown, president of Panorama Mountain Village, is spearheading Invermere’s own Access Awareness Day – an opportunity for residents to travel through downtown using wheelchairs and other disability-mimicking devices.

His goal is to enable residents to experience first-hand the everyday challenges faced by people with disabilities.

“It’s a moral imperative,” he said.

“People with physical disabilities should

have the same freedoms we able-bodied people do – to be mobile and participate in society.” Mr. Brown first became involved with the adaptive ski program while working at Whistler Blackcomb, and grew to appreciate problems faced by the disabled.

Meet at 4 p.m. Monday, June 15th at the District of Invermere office. For more information, call Spring Hawes at 250-342-2552.

Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Glacier/Howser Project

Open House and Invitation to Comment Purcell Green Power Inc. (Proponent) is proposing to construct and operate the Glacier/Howser Project (proposed Project) on the east side of the Duncan Reservoir, approximately 15 kilometres northeast of Meadow Creek. The proposed Project consists of two hydroelectric facilities that would divert water from reaches of Glacier and Howser Creeks, and produce 99.5 megawatts of electricity. The proposed Project also includes a 92-kilometre, 230-kilovolt transmission line that would follow the Howser and Horsethief Creek watersheds and interconnect to a BC Hydro substation six kilometres west of Invermere.

The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act (Act) and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act. The Proponent has now submitted its application (Application) to obtain an environmental assessment certificate, which is required before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project.

In order to provide information to the public about the Application, and to receive comments from the public, the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) invites the public to attend Open Houses to be held: at: J.V. Humphries School Gymnasium, Kaslo on: June 23, 2009 from: 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at: Lardeau Valley Community Hall, Meadow Creek on: June 24, 2009 from: 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at: Invermere Community Hall on: June 25, 2009 from: 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

At 7:00 p.m. there will be a presentation by the EAO on the process with an opportunity to ask questions about the process. A second presentation will also be given by the Proponent in relation to the proposed Project.

NOTE:

If you are unable to attend the Open House, you may still wish to make a written submission. There are 45 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the Application. The comment period will begin on June 12, 2009, and end at midnight on July 27, 2009. All comments received during this comment period will be considered.

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process.

Please submit your comments at the Open House or send your comments to: Garry Alexander, Project Assessment Director Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9V1 Fax 250-356-6448 Comments by e-mail may be directed to Glacier.Howser@gov.bc.ca An electronic copy of the Application and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copies of the Application are also available for viewing at the Kaslo, Nelson, Castlegar, Invermere and Cranbrook public libraries, and the Meadow Creek and Argenta community halls.

The Proponent’s Crown land tenure and water licence applications for the proposed Project are being reviewed concurrently under the Act. These applications are also available at the above locations, and comments on these may also be submitted to the EAO during the comment period as described above.

All submissions received by the EAO during the comment period in relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will be posted to the EAO website. If you do not want to have your name posted to the EAO website, please indicate this with your submission and your comments will be kept confidential.

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NORTH VALLEY

June 12, 2009

Record crowd invades Spilli for chili

By Pioneer Staff Despite, or perhaps because of, cloudy skies, a record crowd descended on Spillimacheen for the 12th Annual Spilli Chilli Cook-off on Saturday.

According to event organizer Nola Alt, a record 600 chili cups sold out to hungry chili tasters from far and wide, and a good time was had by all.

Chili cook Chubba Vargah of Beeland/Jubilee Mountain Apiary walked away with the trophy for No. 1 Judged Chili. Spilli Chilli veteran and past top cook Colleen Willmer was awarded the prize for No. 2 Judged Chili.

The coveted People’s Choice Award went to Wilma Roberge and her team from Luxor Creek Cantina at Spur Valley Golf Course (see recipe below). Best Commercial Chili was awarded to Horsethief Creek Pub and Eatery.

The award for Best Show Booth went to Bob and Carol Braisher of the Los Campadres Chili Company.

Wilma Roberge, the owner of Luxor Creek Cantina, revealed the secret to this year’s people’s favourite:

Luxor Creek Cantina Chili • Smoked pork butt, plus drippings • Onions, red peppers, green chilies • Black beans, frozen corn • Crushed tomatoes • Chile powder, red paprika, cumin • Dark beer • Cinnamon • Instant coffee Sauté onions, peppers and chilies and add to chopped pork butt and drippings. Add beans, corn, crushed tomatoes, and stir together. Stir in seasonings and add the dark beer, a pinch of cinnamon and a teaspoon of instant coffee. Simmer 2-3 hours, to desired consistency, and adjust seasonings to taste.

Cooks will have to experiment with the ingredient amounts. When cooking for Spilli Chilli, Wilma and company make enough chili to allow small servings for up to 300 people.

SILLY ABOUT CHILI—Clockwise from top, chili chef Steve Bennett points to one of the trophies awarded each year; event organizers Nola and Dennis Alt preside over festivities; a view of the encampment at Spillamacheen festival grounds; Jane Crowe in the striped hat ladles out samples of her chili; Karl Sast, left, and valley artist “LeBeau,” right, enjoy the festivities.

Photos by Dave Sutherland

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SOUTH VALLEY

Canal Days parade a roaring success

A parade through town last Saturday was the official kick-off for Canal Days. Throughout the weekend, an array of events kept the village bopping, ranging from Canal Flats Idol on Wednesday to the hugely popular Cardboard/Duct Tape Boat Race, attended by 200 people on Sunday. Clockwise from top left: Ella Byklum, 5, and

Mia Walters, 3, walked the plank with Louise Walters; retired Canadian Pacific Railway employee Charlie Bishon guided the CP Express; Selena Dubois rode through town; Richard Mesenchuk, left, and Doug Cartwright rolled by on skis; and Earl Agnew showed the ladies how it’s done.

Photos by Sally Waddington

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June 12, 2009

Help send Windermere kids to Quebec

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff A class of Windermere schoolchildren are heading to Quebec next year on one memorable field trip.

Twenty-six Grade 6 students started the Intensive Core French class at Windermere Elementary School last September. The two-year course will finish next summer, when the students will be entering high school.

Over the winter, principal Jill Jensen had the idea to take the class to Quebec to practise what they had learned.

“We just started Intensive Core French this year and I thought it would be great for the students to have that opportunity before they start high school,” Mrs. Jensen said.

The six-day trip will see the students, accompanied by four teachers, visit Montreal and Quebec City next summer.

In the meantime, the class is working hard to raise $31,750 to fund the trip.

The big project at the moment is a bottle drop-off in Windermere.

The public is asked to drop off their aluminium cans and glass bottles for recycling to “Art Corner” in Windermere, opposite The Windy Café.

“The kids are responsible for sorting and turning in the bottles, then the money goes towards the trip,” explained Melisa Agnew, whose daughter Brooklynne is in the French class.

“Just from word of mouth, we seem to be doing really well with people who want to stop by and drop off bottles,” Melisa added.

Over the summer, students will be selling Sobeys gift cards. Once they have sold enough, the students will receive a percentage of what they have sold.

Contact Melisa at 250-342-6591 for more information.

FISHING FOR FUNDS – Grade 6 students Jenny Barr, Hadrian Trask and Allissa Marchand sorted through recyclables this week to raise money for a field trip to Quebec next summer. Drop your glass bottles and cans to Art Corner, Windermere, opposite The Windy Café.

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ON THE ROAD

ON THE ROAD AGAIN –– These lucky travellers will have a chance to win tickets to a Calgary Flames game and a night in a Calgary Hotel, courtesy of Travel World.

Clockwise from left: Cameron Dickson cools down on Lalomanu Beach, Samoa; Ray and Anne

Picton on the quay at Cartagena, Colombia; Crisanna MacLeod and Yolanda Willeke visiting Treva Burton in Telkwa, B.C. on a road trip to Alaska; and Jim and Sheila Bonny on the Yangtze River, China.

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Pioneer Classifieds

• Phone: 250-341-6299 • Fax: 250-341-6229 • Email: upioneer@telus.net • www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

GARAGE SALE

GARAGE SALE

ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT

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Westside Park Community Garage Sale Saturday, June 13th, 8:00 am.

Kids stuff, household items, furniture.

Annual Knights of Columbus Garage Sale, June 13th , 9:00am1:00pm. Catholic Church, 702 12th Ave. Something for everyone.

Scrapbooking Supplies, local, creative memories consultant for traditional and digital scrapbooking. Call Kathy, 250270-0254.

FREE SELF GROWTH WORKSHOP

Thank you for donating to the Food Bank. The need for food has increased substantially this year. There is always a need for canned vegetables.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE

Saturday, June 13th , 8:00am – 3:00pm, 2206 Westside Park Ave, 3rd row, 5th house in.

Furniture, tools, toys, books, sports & Christmas items.

Saturday, June 13th , 8:00am – 2:00pm, 4894, Timber Way (Timber Ridge 1). Household, kids, antiques, multi-family.

Alcoholics Anonymous. Open to all. Regular meetings of the Columbia Valley A.A. are held at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday at the Valley Connection, far end of the Service B.C. building, 625-4th Street, Invermere. The Radium Friendship Group meets at 8 p.m. Friday at the Catholic Church, east side of main street, Radium.

Saturday, June 13th , 2 family sale. Misc. yard and household items. 4656 Poplar St, Windermere, 9:00am – 1:00 pm.

Multi-family garage sales, Riverside Estates, Fairmont, Friday, Saturday, June 12th 13th , 10:00am – 4:00pm. Gate will be open.

2 families, quality items, patio set, pedestal table, chairs, entertainment units, art, lamps, crystal, weight set, furniture, satellite dish/receiver. 5066 Riverside Drive, Fairmont Estates, Friday, Saturday, 10:00am – 4:00pm.

FLEA MARKET, Saturday, June 13th , Wilmer Community Hall, 10:00am – 2:00 pm. Featuring wood carving, baking, Tufa rock, preserves, and more. Coffee and donuts will be for sale.

Sunday, June 14th , 8:00am – noon, Benniger Road, Windermere.

Saturday, June 20th , 8:00 am – 2:00 pm, 1703 Sinclair Ave, Windermere. Fundraiser for ICAN (Invermere Companion Animal Network Society).

Donations of gently used items (already priced, if possible) can be dropped off at the above address, June 16th and 17th , from noon – 7:00pm.

Contact 250-341-7888, info@ icanhelpapet.com

ANNOUNCEMENT Compassionate Communication Workshop: Tools for Life.

Saturday, June 20th , 9:30 am – 5:00 pm. Contact the Family Resource Centre, 250-342-4242, or visit www.sunwater.ca

ANNOUncement

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 starting September 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

Fairmont Canada Day Celebration July 1st , Fairmont Ski Hill, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join us for oodles of family fun and games. Prizes for every child! Live music, barbeque, and cold beer. Activities for all ages.

Bring your own lawn chairs!

Witness the finish of Fairmont Fantastic 3 Triathlon (call Crazy Soles for registration details, 250-342-2074).

Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere Hall rental and catering. Reasonable rates.

Contact Sylvia at 250-342-6559.

East Kootenay ATV Club

Membership renewal and meeting. Sunday, June 14th , 9:00 am. Windermere Hall There will be a ride after the meeting.

Our young puppy, Roots was hit by a car in Fairmont, Monday, June 8th around 4:30 pm. If anyone has any information or saw anything please call 250270-0564 (Cori).

Wednesday, June 24th , 7:00 pm – 10:00pm If you are looking for more energy, joy , and peace in your life and relationships or dealing with stress, loss, change, illness and any destructive coping choice, this ”Course in Miracles” Gestalt based “Peak Recovery” experience will provide you with insights and tools to effect a meaningful and positive change.

For program description and participation feedback response, see website: www.peakrecovery. com. For more information and registration, contact David Ott at 250-857-4705 or email: davidott@peakrecovery.com

Gathering of the Greens

Edgewater Hall June 14: Ecology- Appalachian Gospel Church Service at 8:30am at Edgewater’s All Saints Shared Ministry Church, Field trips 10:00 am, Garden Fair (10% sales fee - bedding plants, hanging baskets and garden supplies (SELLERS WELCOME).

Lunch at noon, music: “Beard’s Creek” and singer/songwriter Tim Ross at 1:00 pm. Speakers 2 PM: Edgewater Open Market started 40 years ago, Mrs. Frances Nuttgens of Duncan BC. Doug Adama of Golden, the amphibian ecosystem, Tim Russ of Wycliffe, range-finished beef ranch, Jason Meuleman of Tipi Mountain Native Plants native ground cover, (available for sale). Updates: local food security projects, Teaching Green House, up and green technology displays. Silver collection, all welcome. Call 250-347-9668 or 250-347-9860 for info.

The family of Dennis R. Murphy would like to sincerely thank all of their neighbours and friends who expressed their condolences of his recent passing. Your kindness will not be forgotten.

Myrtle Murphy and Family

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers: to Nanci & Brianna Clarke for their tremendous help and hard work at the Windermere Bottle Drop-off. It was appreciated beyond words!

Cheers: to Constable Burch for his quick action and all his help on May 26th . To me this proves that there still are great people that not only do an amazing job, but also have a heart. Thank you very much!

Cheers: to the Columbia Valley Rockies for lending the Alliance Church Youth Group your bus.

Thanks!

Cheers: to all the young people who look after the flower beds in Invermere. Great job!

Cheers: to the motorcyclist who helped to move the baby deer on Hwy 93/95 on the evening of Sunday, May 30th .

Jeers: to the people leaving fridges, stoves, microwaves, and other assorted junk at the Fairmont refuse centre. How big does the sign have to be?

JEERS: to all the people that drove past an 83 year old lady who needed help on Westside Road on Friday morning.

Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

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commercial space Financial professional looking for other professionals to share space with. I have a great location with excess room.

Please call 250-270-0270.

Attention Contractors! Secure 20-foot storage container in fenced yard. Larger lots also available. Invermere Industrial Park. Call 250-342-2100 or 250346-3011.

Panache Building, Invermere, BC. Beautiful building near public beach and walking distance to hundreds of condos in Canada’s most perfect fourseason town! 2400 feet on main, with two 1200-foot world-class apartments up. Perfect location for restaurant or retail. For info, call 250-342-5525.

Get in before the busy season!

Prime location restaurant & pizzeria for lease, Main St, Radium. Outdoor patio, liquor license in place for qualified individual, on site accommodation also available.

Fantastic view of the Purcells.

Call David, 250-342-1524 or email pacey.david@gmail.com Commercial retail space available, great location in downtown Invermere, 900 sq.ft.

Will renovate to suit need, 250342-6369.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION Female looking for a roommate to find and share accommodation.

Prefer N/S, N/P. Call 250-3415646.

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Pioneer Classifieds

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SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

house FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

One or two bdrm bungalows, by the week or month, 250-3456365 Fairmont Bungalows.

Blackforest Heights, 2 bdrm walk-out.Brightandcomfortable with large windows, great views and yard, 6 appliances + central vac. N/S, N/P, quiet tenants only, available Aug. 1st , $925/month includes utilities, 250-342-3057 or 250-341-5572 (cell).

Invermere, Westside Park, new bright and clean 3 storey house, 3 bdrm, 3 ½ bath, walkout basement, 2 car garage, fireplace, large living room and kitchen, dining area. N/P, N/S. Available June 25th , $1400 + util + DD, 250-342-7377, 250342-6753, 250-688-1067.

Sable Ridge, Radium, 2 bdrm, 2 bath w/den, fireplace, A/C, granite, pool, 2 hot tubs, heated underground parking, $995/ month includes utilities, 403256-0694 or 403-650-5503.

1 bdrm fully furnished condo at Ski Tip, Panorama, 4th floor, deck facing ski hill. All amenities included, cable, hydro, underground parking, pool access, available June 1st – December 1st , $850/month, 250-342-6369.

Bright new 2 bdrm walk-out in Radium. Large covered patio, infloor heating, $1100/month includes utilities, cable & internet, 250-342-5159.

2 bdrm apartment in downtown Radium, $900 + DD, includes utilities, N/P, N/S, 250-347-6420 or 250-341-1577.

Large, bright, 1 bdrm, fully furnished, central Invermere, $750 includes utilities, available July 1st , 250-341-5027.

Columere Park, bright 1 bdrm furnished upstairs suite, private beach, quiet, $750/month, 250345-6524.

Radium, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, basement suite, $1000, includes utilities, available immediately, 250-342-6010 (Donna).

Windermere, bright 2 bdrm ground floor unit in quiet 4plex with beautiful views.

Large yard area, separate parking, 2 entrances. New paint and window coverings.

N/P, $675/month + electricity + DD. Available immediately to mature, responsible tenants, references required. Call 403258-3132 after 5:00pm or leave message.

CARRIAGE COURT APARTMENTS. Conveniently located behind Sobeys within walking distance to downtown. 2 bdrm townhouse units, outside entrance. Sliding glass doors open onto balcony, overlooking private courtyard.

Fireplace and W/D included in each unit. Long term preferred, N/P, $750 - $850/month + DD. Utilities not included. Available June 1st, 250-342-8781.

1 bdrm basement suite available July 1st , N/P, N/S, $650 + DD, includes utilities, wireless and cable, 250-341-5159.

2 bdrm suite in Invermere, bright and clean, close to schools, fridge, F/S/W/D. Available immediately, N/S, N/P, 250-3421588.

house FOR RENT

FOR RENT Contact

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

www.EricRedeker.com “Available Now” Rockies West Realty Independently Owned & Operated

2 bdrm, 1 bath in Radium, N/S, N/P, $1100/month + util. + DD, references, available immediately, 780-633-0595, 780-993-1579.

To mature and responsible tenants, 2 bdrm, D/T Invermere, absolutely N/S, N/P. Available July 1st , $950 + util + DD, 250347-9086.

2 bdrm house (fantastic view of the Purcells) for rent in Radium, $950/month. Completely redone inside, W/D included. Call David, 250-342-1524 or email pacey. david@gmail.com Radium duplex, 2 or 4 bdrm, all appliances included, N/S, N/P, new building. Call 403-2576253 or email bradyh@telus.net

Fairmont/Columbia Lake, 5 bdrm, 3 bath, fully furnished, Nanofibre internet service, very clean, very private, N/S, N/P, references required, available July 1st , $1300/month + utilities, 250-342-8626.

EXCELLENT LOCATION. Very nice Invermere home on quiet cul-de-sac, walking distance to Kinsmen Beach and Downtown, 3 bdrm up, 2 down, large private backyard, wood and electric heat. Dishwasher, Stove, Fridge, W/D included. Available June 1st, $1400.00 + util. 250-2700270.

Westside Park, Invermere.

3bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, 4 new stainless appliances, W/D. Open plan, sunny, warm, quiet family neighbourhood, unfurnished. Strictly N/S, N/P. Suit responsible, quiet, working tenants. Separate occupied basement unit. References and security deposit. Available July 1st , $1400/month, includes utilities, free wireless internet, 250-341-7246.

condo FOR RENT 2 bdrm townhouse in Black Forest Village, $1300/month.

Call 250-342-0838.

2 bdrm + den condo in Radium.

Sleeps 6, fully furnished, 6 appliances, granite, gas fireplace, top floor, wrap around balcony, BBQ, hot tub, pool, underground parking. Weekend, weekly, or long-term available, 403-861-7754.

3 bdrm, 2 bath townhome plus garage in downtown Invermere, $1350 + utilities, N/P, 250-3411182.

RADIUM – FULLY FURNISHED

large windows & large deck overlooking 13th hole of The Springs Golf Course, available July 1st . 2 bdrm, 1 bath, bungalow style in Eagle Crest Villas. Single car garage. 6 month min. lease. $1190 (includes condo fees) + utilities + D.D., N/ P, N/S, references required, 403519-2216, 403-981-1551.

Invermere 2/3 bdrm condo.

Everything included, hydro, utilities, high speed internet, new W/D and appliances, huge sky lights & windows, sliding doors, private yard & parking.

Yard maintenance year round, beautiful views, close to beach & amenities, long term, quiet single or working couple, N/S, N/P, no partiers, $1200, available July 1st , 250-342-6899 or 250688-7798.

Radium, new 2 bdrm condos.

Furnished, $1250, unfurnished, $1050, long-term lease required, 403-816-6007.

Top floor Radium condo, unfurnished, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, in suite laundry, underground parking. Available June 1st , $1000/month, util. included, 780-903-0900.

Gorgeous 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den condo at Sable Ridge, Radium.

Access to underground parking, clubhouse, pool and hot tub, 250-341-1199.

VACATION RENTAL R.V. lots to rent. Daily, weekly, monthly and yearly, 250-3498212 or 250-349-7568.

HOUSE FOR SALE

HERITAGE RANCH HOUSE OPEN HOUSE Saturday, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Completely renovated 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 one. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, security system, working shutters, all services underground, furniture included, $485,000. Call Elkhorn Ranch at 250-342-0617 or 250342-1268.

Radium, 2 bdrm, 1 bath older home, neat and tidy, large corner lot, great potential to build. Reduced for quick sale $255,000 OBO, 780-633-0595, 780-993-1579

HOUSE FOR SALE

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3 bdrm, 3 bath home in immaculate condition. Open concept, hardwood, ceramic, carpet. Gorgeous mountain & lake views, 2 mins. walk to Kinsmen Beach. A must see $419000, 250-342-7396.

House for Trade or Sale

Wanted home in Columbia Valley to trade for new, modern, furnished house in Calgary, reduced. Adjacent to Elks Golf Course and close to D/T. Call Ray 403-920-3359, google MLS C3366099.

condo FOR SALE Affordable downtown Invermere condo, 2 bdrm, $159, 000 + GST, 250-341-1182.

Akiskinook Resort, 1 bdrm condo, furnished, all appliances, indoor pool and hot tub, beach, marina, tennis courts, $245,000, 403-249-7044.

1 bdrm, great for independent seniors, newly renovated, behind hospital, beside park, south facing, small pet allowed, laundry, dishwasher, parking.

Call 250-341-3103 (eve), 250688-0083 (cell). No agents please.

Purchase in beautiful Sable Ridge, Radium. NO BANK QUALIFYING! $10,000. Call 403560-2354.

house for sale

2004, 39 ft. Terry Park Model

MUST SELL!

$110,000 OBO

Located on a titled lot in Valley’s Edge Resort. Five minutes north of Radium.

Beautiful mountain setting, swimming pool, and clubhouse.

Deck and landscaping are complete including outdoor fire pit BBQ and some contents.

Call 403-828-8402 or 403-238-3391

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ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE

8 acres of hay meadow.

Beautiful mountain view with great building opportunity.

Near Wilmer, Toby Hill Road, $425,000.00. Call 250-3422802.

Exclusive Private Gated Acreage Absolutely spectacular surroundings with unobstructed view straight down the snow capped Fairmont Rocky Mountain Range. Very private yet only 2 mins. to the beach & Windermere. Services to lot.

Architectural controls ensure your investment, as well as no building commitment. See welist.com. Invermere. Must be seen to be appreciated, 250342-1167.

Large corner lot with older home in Radium, great potential to build $255,000.00 780-6330595, 780-993-1579 1 ½ acres close to Windermere Golf Course. Views of Chisel Peak & Sawtooth Range, $259,900, 250-342-0284.

Sunny South facing 59’ x 120 ‘ level lot, zoned R1MH in Canal Flats. Located on Spruce Avenue, between cedar fence and huge tree, $75,000, 250-342-7179.

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

wanted Wanted, an old clothes hand wringer in good working condition. Call Maryann, 250270-0388.

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

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

2 super-sized twin beds, $75 ea. or both for $125. Old mature saw dust. Lead crystal pieces. Small white desk, $10, 250-341-6011, 250-342-7219.

1979 Honda 650, $600, 250341-1915.

Quality Top Soil & Manure.

Top Soil $160/dump truck load, $70/pick-up load. Manure $100/pick-up load. Call, 250342-1268.

Composted horse manure, will load, 5 km from Invermere, 250342-1526.

Computer desk. Lowry electric organ. Call 250-342-6772.

Black Tonneau cover, Dodge 1500, $700. 1987 Chev S-10, runs good, $700. Grey canopy to fit Chev S-10, $50. Older quickie motorized wheel chair, joy stick control, $500, 250-342-9702.

King sized latex mattress, $275, call 250-342-3205.

Luxury 5-6 son hot tub with corner lounger, 54 s/s jets, no maintenance cabinet, LED lighting & waterfalls, black marble with grey cabinet. Only 7 months old, new $10,000, asking $6,000, 250-342-7176 or 250-342-5730 (cell).

Girls white 4 piece bedroom suite, $200 OBO. Call Donna, 250-342-3699 (day), 250-3423231 (eve).

Children’s Playground, 4 years old, good condition, paid $1000, asking $390. Phone Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

Rototiller, used doors and windows. Make an offer, 250342-9636.

Excellent sandy top soil. $150/ truck load, $50/pick up. Aspen Meadows, 250-270-0590.

Vehicle ramp $500, 250-3421762.

1 ladies black (medium) motorcycle jacket, new $80 firm.

Electric cordless indoor compact composter, all papers included, $150, 250-345-0065.

VEHICLE FOR SALE 1929 Essex Super 6 Challenger.

Very good condition, renickeled, needs assembly, 250-342-6772.

1987 Toyota hatchback, 4 door sedan, good condition, $600, 250-347-5420.

Hot tub, $1000 OBO. Oversized soaker bath tub with Roman tap set, $600 OBO. Laminate flooring, $1/sq.ft (1300 sq.ft), 250-342-5276.

1992 Chev Astro EXT Luxury Touring Model. 179,000 kms, 4.3 L, 2WD, P/D, P/L, P/W, air, cruise, CD player, new battery, $2900 OBO, 250-342-7547.

MOTOR HOMES/TRAILERS

1996 Volkswagon Jetta, $2000 OBO, 250-342-3846.

1999 19’ Terry Trailer, sleeps 4, bathroom, fridge, stove and microwave. $95, 000 OBO, 3429374

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 2004 Kawasaki Super Sherpa 250, on/off road motorcycle, street legal. Ride to work and in the mountains, excellent bike, $2400, 250-342-1167.

2 quads for sale, 1 Yamaha, 1 Kawasaki. Please call 250-3420350 (home) or 403-701-3344 (cell).

1998 GMC 1500 SLS, 2x4, 2 sets of tires, summer/winter, mounted on extra wheels, club cab, excellent condition. $8000 OBO, lets make a deal, 250-3426372.

2002 Chevy Tracker 4WD, 5 speed, 4 door, A/C, new tires, windshield, brakes and battery.

Great condition, 180,000 km, $6900 OBO, 250-342-4436, Amy or Chris.

2002 Impala, 175 HP, no rust, 40 MPG, $4800 OBO. Utility golf cart, $450 OBO, 250-347-6404.

Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 250-341-6229 Email: upioneer@telus.net www.columbiavalleypioneer.com services

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

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

Tile & Slate Installs Custom Steam Rooms, Showers and Floors All work Guaranteed Competitive rates.

Call 250-342-0448

Vacuums Parts, repairs & accessories, All makes & models. Central Vacuums – sales and installations Bonded & licensed Fine Homeservices 250-342-9207, fhs@telus.net

Furnace & duct cleaning services using the patented rotobrush system. Call AQUAIR for free estimates, 250-342-5089.

Water treatment & purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners & conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-3425089

CAREERS

Looking for a job or career?

The Trades Industry Wants You! SOUTHERN INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION

Pioneer Classifieds

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Check out one of our upcoming sessions to get information on specific trades.

Next information session: Thursday, July 2nd, 1:30 p.m.

Columbia Valley Employment Centre 1313 – 7th Avenue South, Invermere

Call Today!

Roy Cimolai, Trades Assistance Program Ph: 250-421-9212 • E-mail: rcimolai@sica.bc.ca Funded in whole or part through the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Development Agreement

vehicles for sale

CAREERS at CBT YOUTH LIAISON We supply parts and service FOR ALL MAKES of: • snowmobiles • motorcycles • quads

Columbia Basin Trust has an opening for a Youth Liaison. This position is a full-time, one-year term with the possibility of an extension. Prior experience working with youth and project management skills are required.

A detailed description of duties, skills and qualifications can be viewed at www.cbt.org/careers or requested from Debra Stewart at 1.800.505.8998 or dstewart@cbt.org.

Resumes will be accepted via email to dstewart@cbt.org until noon Pacific time, June 19, 2009.

Columbia Basin Trust supports efforts by the people of the Basin to create a legacy of social, economic and environmental well-being and to achieve greater self-sufficiency for present and future generations.

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June 12, 2009

Rockies launch early season ticket sales

By Pioneer Staff Heads up, hockey fans! The Columbia Valley Rockies are issuing new early bird ticket deals for their upcoming season.

For a limited time only, fans can purchase season tickets at a discounted price: $150 for adults, $125 for seniors and $65 for students and children.

Travis Belanger, General Manager for the Rockies, said the promotion is an attempt to revive the games as a community event.

The club is also introducing a new family rate

for the 2009/2010 season. For only $20, any two adults, related or not, can bring as many children as they want to a game. Early bird specials are only on sale until August 15th. For more information, call Ray at 250-342-3259 or Travis at 250-341-5801.

In other Rockies news, The Columbia Valley Rockies Booster Society are currently conducting their annual Classic Car Raffle. This year’s buyers will be eligible to win a dark blue 1975 Chevrolet Scottsdale pickup truck, valued at $9,000. The vehicle was previously owned and restored by Doug Schmidt of Windermere.

Pioneer Classifieds services

careers

careers

Flooring Installations, lino, carpet, laminate and hardwood.

30 years experience. Call 250347-9192 or 250-341-1235.

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

Summer student wanted.

Invermere Public Library will hire a student to work as clerk and summer reading program organizer. Must enjoy working with children and must be returning to school in fall. 34 hours/week, 8 weeks, 250-3426416.

Installations of ceramic mosaic quarry tiles, slate glassblocks, etc. For estimates call 250-3416869 Do you have mobility issues and require in-home foot care? Call Corrie at 250-342-7389, senior’s rates available.

ODD JOBS ENT HAULING Garbage, brush and construction disposal.

Mulch deliveries.

Dale Hunt @ 250-342-3569

Helna’s Stube is accepting applications for year around f/t or p/t evening servers. Phone 250-347-0047 or e-mail mail@ helnas.com FREE MOVIE RENTALS – F/T OR P/T. Join our team; receive good wages, free rentals, benefits.

Please call Thora at 250-3420057, or fax 250-342-6583, email ghvinvermere@hotmail. com or drop off resume at Gone Hollywood.

ASPHALT SEALCOATING & CRACKSEALING #1 IN ASPHALT MAINTENANCE Over 25 years experience Phone for a no obligation, free estimate 250-341-8510, Blackline Paving Ltd. Serving the Columbia Valley & Kootenays.

Copper City Saloon requires full time cook. Email invinn@ telus.net or fax 250-342-6079 or apply in person to Brenda Gingrich.

NO JOB TOO SMALL for College student with truck! Yard clean up, mowing, power washing, gutter cleaning, fence painting, & extra hands helper, 250-3429446.

Nanny/Childcare needed on a part-time basis for our 2 boys under 5yrs old in our Invermere home 2 days/week. References required. Call 250-342-2891.

La Cabina restaurant requires experienced cooks and servers.

Call 250-347-2340 or email lacabina@nanonow.ca

Bare Hands Day Spa is looking for a part-time massage therapist to join our team. Call Jenny, 250-347-2121.

FREE RENT! Certified Dental Assistant required for Invermere Dental Practice. Full-time for July-August.

This position comes with a beautiful 2 bdrm apartment, rent free for July – August. Come and spend the summer in Invermere, rent free! Please drop off resume at Lakeview Dental or contact us at 250-342-9663 or 250-342-7384 (cell).

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Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 250-341-6229 Email: upioneer@telus.net www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

Horsethief Creek Pub and Eatery is now accepting applications for a F/T, P/T line cook. Must be available for all shifts. Apply in person with resume, email horsethiefpub@telus.net or fax 250-347-9987.

Hairstylist required at Valley Hairstyling. Full or part-time, call Susan, 250-342-9863.

Stevo’s 2 for 1 Pizza located in Fairmont Hot Springs is now accepting applications for cooks.

Fax resume to 250-342-8884.

Raffle tickets are available from numerous Rockies supporters, including Ray Brydon, and will be on sale every Saturday throughout the summer at the Invermere Farmers’ Market, and local businesses. They are $5 each, five tickets for $20.

The truck itself will be on display at various locations throughout Invermere this summer. Get your tickets quickly, as there are only 8,000 printed and the lucky winner will be drawn on September 19th, 2009.

For more information or to buy your tickets, call Ray at 250-342-3259.

The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy is currently seeking an:

Administrative Assistant Casual/Part-time

The focus of this organization is to promote literacy and life-long learning throughout communities in the Columbia Basin. The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to this caring and energetic team and is pivotal to its success.

This role is for you if you have effective communication skills, both oral and written, if you possess excellent organizational skills, and are able to prioritize tasks and manage your time wisely. Your courteous, friendly and professional manner makes you an asset to a team-based workplace.

Regular administrative duties include: • • • •

Answering phones and email correspondence Maintaining and updating employee information and filing systems Processing payroll Invoicing and deposits

Qualifications: • • • • •

Effective oral and written communication skills Strong problem solving skills Familiarity with an understanding of Simply Accounting Experience in payroll processing Knowledge of Word and Excel Job posting closes June 15, 2009.

Resumes can be submitted by email to lboutet@cbal.org or by fax to 250-342-3487.

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Brush, grass fires banned

June 12, 2009

Submitted by Gwen Eamer Southeast Fire Centre Category 2 and 3 open fires are prohibited throughout the Southeast Fire Centre, including the Columbia Valley, until further notice. A Category 2 open fire means an open fire that burns piled material no larger than two metres high and three metres wide, or grass over an area less than

2,000 square metres in size.

A Category 3 open fire means an open fire that burns material in piles larger than two metres high and three metres wide, windrows, or grass over an area larger than 2,000 square metres in size.

This open fire ban applies within B.C. Parks and to all Crown and private land outside of organized areas. This fire ban does not apply within municipalities or

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The use of campfires, fireworks and burning barrels is still allowed, but please be careful. To report a wildfire or unattended campfire call 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks. For more information, visit www.bcwildfire.ca.

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June 12, 2009

Valley Churches

FAITH

It’s what you do with your special five percent that counts Pastor Trevor Hagan Lake Windermere Alliance Church I have been really enjoying a book by Wayne Cordeiro called The Divine Mentor.

He has challenged me with some of his thoughts.

He said, “I hate to break it to you, but about 80 percent of all you do, anyone can do!

“For example: going to work, attending meetings, checking email, answering phones, going to soccer games and lunches and dinners.

“Additionally, about 15 percent of all you do, someone with some measure of training could do in your place. Whether it’s selling a product, running a program, teaching a class, or fixing a problem, there is education and training available for someone else to do what you do.

“But at least five percent of what you do, only you can do. No one else can do it for you.”

Only I can be a husband to my wife, Lisa. Only I can be a be a dad to my three children. Only I can keep my body healthy. And only I can grow spiritually.

I am responsible for these things.

He goes on to tell us it is this five percent, which only you can do, that “will determine the depth of

influence we will have on the generations after us. It’s the last five percent that will decide how joyful our marriage will be and how genuine our legacy is.”

I agree with Wayne that we must identify what that last five percent is in our lives and then chase after doing it with everything we have got.

I talk to many people who say they “believe” in God but have done nothing to invest in that relationship in their life. I believe that this is one of the most important aspects of this last five percent of a person’s life.

Only you can figure out for you what you truly believe . . . but it takes work. As in any relationship – it is up to you to begin a relationship with God through Jesus.

It is up to you to communicate with Him in prayer, and spend time getting to know Jesus through studying the Bible.

These are things only you can do.

Friends and family can pray for you and share the truth of the Bible with you, but it’s up to you to choose for yourself to follow God and grow this relationship in your life.

Life is hard these days. We need some answers to some pretty dark questions.

I want to encourage you to take a hold of hope by choosing to make the last five percent of your life count.

Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12

JOIN US FOR VBS For those starting Kindergarten up to and including those who have completed Grade 6.

Lake Windermere Alliance Church Sunday, June 14th: 10:30 a.m. Worship and Life Instruction.

“How to Shine – Attitude: Part I.” Pastor Trevor ministering.

Sunday School, pre-school to Grade 5, during service.

Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 -10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED Sunday 8:30 a.m.: Morning Worship, All Saints, Edgewater.

Join us for Appalachian gospel music!

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship, Christ Church Trinity 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.: Seven-week video series featuring Dr. A.E. Wilder-Smith, “Creationism vs. Evolutionism”.

Pastor T. Scott Peterson • 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 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 10 a.m. Worship service 7 p.m. Special Praise, Special Prayer and Especially the Love of God Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 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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• New Friends • Amazing Crafts • Wild Games • Lip-smacking Snacks • Mind-Blowing Bible Adventures • Incredible Music

or Cherie at 250.342.0338

COST: $500 per child for the week

•The Pioneer• The valley’s only locally owned, locally operated newspaper

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