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By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff A locals’ free day is being held at Panorama Mountain Resort on Saturday, June 26th. The event, celebrating the start of the resort’s summer season, is open to valley residents from Cranbrook to Spillimacheen.

“The locals’ free day is another way Panorama is reaching out to the community,” said Jamie Hurschler, the resort’s marketing coordinator.

“This is the second time in a little over two months that Panorama has had a special day for locals.”

Columbia Valley residents will receive a free pass for the day, giving access to the quad chair leading to mountain bike and hiking trails.

Also included is the Howling Wolf mini-golf course and the Fun Zone’s climbing wall, obstacle course and bouncy castle.

The free pass does not include bike rentals, golf games at Greywolf or entry to the resort’s hot pools.

“This is an excellent opportunity for residents, some of whom might not have been to Panorama re-

Get into summer fun at Panorama. On Saturday June 26th 2010 local residents from Cranbrook to Spillimacheen can enjoy a free day of activity*. * You just need to present a valid drivers license, student card or hydro bill with your local address at the Guest Services desk, The Final Gate or Lusti’s Mountain Outfitters in the Upper Village or the Adventure Centre in the Lower Village, in order to receive your tickets. Free day does not include Greywolf golf or bike rentals.

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cently, to discover what is available in the summertime,” Mr. Hurschler said.

“It’s also a perfect occasion to take a free chairlift ride and check out the breathtaking scenic views.”

This is the second event for locals since the new owners bought the resort from Intrawest earlier this year. On the last day of the ski season, Panorama also opened up the facilities for free to valley residents.

“The new ownership group, made up of mostly local homeowners, wants to see sustainable growth for the resort,” Mr. Hurschler said.

“They feel it is important to have a strong relationship with the community in order to do so.”

At the end of February the newly formed Panorama Mountain Village Inc. announced they were buying Panorama Resort from Intrawest. The group consists of homeowners and local business people.

To claim your free Panorama pass, valid for Saturday, June 26th only, visit one of the resort’s four ticket outlets: the guest services desk, the final gate, the adventure centre or Lusti’s Mountain Outfitters. For passes residents must show valid ID with their address.

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Valley NEWS

Degree program available in Invermere

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Starting in September the College of the Rockies will be offering its first degree fully granted by the college itself.

Several years in the making, the bachelor’s degree in sustainable business practices is a big step forward for the college and the region, according to Marilyn Petersen, College of the Rockies’ Dean of Instruction.

“When we initiated the process allowing us to grant degrees, there wasn’t a single sustainable business degree,” she said.

“Now we are one of very few institutions, if not the only one, offering an undergraduate degree in this topic.”

The unique four-year degree program will offer a greater amount of flexibility to students, who can choose where to study and customize their courses.

The program allows those studying to combine science or arts modules with the core business, mar-

keting and sustainability elements.

Students will be able to learn online, at the Cranbrook campus or take courses from other institutions via video conferencing.

As all the core topics are online, most of the work can be completed from anywhere in the valley, with occasional visits to Cranbrook to choose courses.

“The majority of the degree can be completed online if students prefer,” Ms. Petersen said.

“Another really unique element is that upper level business specialization courses can be taken at another institution.”

This will mean a wider range of specializations for those on the course, offering more of a custom-fit degree for each individual.

The sustainable business degree was put together in consultation with the community, faculty, focus groups and advisory boards, Ms. Petersen said.

The hope is to provide a practical, applied degree producing graduates who can take up jobs locally.

“Figures show people tend to find work where

they graduate,” Ms. Petersen said.

“If we can keep people here they can apply their talents to businesses in the region.”

This is the first time in the college’s 35-year history that it will be able to take undergraduates through an entire study program and award them a College of the Rockies degree at the end.

Previously, students could complete the first two years of select courses at the college, but then had to leave the region to finish their studies.

The college has also managed to side-step the minimum class requirements, meaning that even if only one student is on the degree program, it will still run.

The business program will bring real benefits to the Kootenays, an area where there are fewer degreelevel educated people, said Ms. Petersen.

“The number of degree completions here is lower than in other regions,” she added.

“This will provide better opportunities for people who live here to have access to post-secondary education.”

Three deaths in 24 hours in the national park

By Sally MacDonald Pioneer Staff Two fatal motor vehicle accidents resulted in three deaths in Kootenay National Park last weekend.

On Sunday, June 20th at 2:50 p.m., a 42-yearold woman from Calgary was killed in a motorcycle accident. Jody Griffiths was the passenger on a motorbike driven by a 40-year-old Calgary man.

The pair were travelling towards Calgary when the driver lost control near Kootenay Crossing.

“The driver indicated that the rear tire blew out, causing him to lose control,” said RCMP Staff

Sergeant Marko Shehovac. “The female received severe head injuries that resulted in her death.”

Just hours later, at 7 a.m. on Monday, June 21st, a passing semi driver reported seeing a 2006 Mini Cooper upside down in the Kootenay River near Vermillion Crossing.

Parks Canada, Columbia Valley RCMP, Banff Fire Department and Alpine Helicopters all responded, but rescue teams found two people deceased inside, with their seatbelts still on.

Holly Wagner, 28, and Rodney Layte, 36, both of Calgary, were driving towards Radium, RCMP reported, when the car missed a left curve.

“Evidence indicated the vehicle started to lose

control, went into a four-wheel drift and continued on approximately 150 feet off the highway, resting upside down in the river,” Staff Sgt. Shehovac said. “Investigation estimates the time of the accident in the early morning. Speed and alcohol are possible factors.”

Parks Canada is urging people to take care while driving through the park.

“Parks Canada is extremely saddened by these tragic losses and urges visitors to drive cautiously and to respect speed limits and weather conditions as we enter peak periods of park visitation through the busy summer months,” said Omar McDadi, public relations officer.

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Submitted by Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac Columbia Valley RCMP • On June 17th at 10 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment responded to an assault complaint in the 2500 block of Mountain View Drive in Fairmont.

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• On June 18th at 7:30 a.m., police responded to a domestic assault complaint in the 5000 block of Highway 93/95 to investigate a complaint of assault. As a result, a 57-year-old male from Radium was charged with assault.

Sitting on a time bomb I remember, once upon a time, long ago, I was trim, slim and athletic. We can also include: pretty stupid. The old saying, “Ignorance is bliss,” suits this story.

Long ago I got a call that a box of old dynamite had been found outdoors. It was a hot summer day.

I arrived at the scene and, sure enough, found 15 sticks of old dynamite in a cardboard box that was sitting in liquid, a sweaty substance from the dynamite. I think some blasting caps were also in the box.

So, I picked the box up, opened the trunk of the police vehicle and figured there was nothing I could really do with them now, so they could stay in the trunk until the end of my shift.

Off I go for about six hours, radio on, and off about my business.

When I got back to the office, my first call was to our specialized Explosive Disposal Unit – the bomb squad.

I told them what I had, what I did and where I put the dynamite.

All I got at the other end was, “You what?” “You did what?” “You put them where?”

They then went on to explain that I was sitting on what can be described as nitroglycerine and any spark could cause a massive explosion.

The next question they asked, I didn’t really want to answer: “Where is the police car now?”

Of course, it was parked in the underground parking lot of the detachment. Where else?

Duh. The loud thump I heard over the phone was no doubt the guy’s head hitting the desk. I think several times.

Today, they would probably tell me to evacuate the building and they would be on their way. But since I was pretty much a rookie and there was not much invested in me at the time, I was told to get in the car, get it out of the underground lot, not to bump into anything, and park it in a safe, isolated area.

I told my fellow brave officers of the predicament and asked if anyone wanted to go for a ride.

All of a sudden they had places to be other than the office.

They were probably all watching from a distance, taking odds.

Shortly after this, they sent me on an explosives course. I passed.

Invermere’s new rescue vehicle is ready for your inspection

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff The entire community is invited to kick the tires on the community’s new rescue vehicle at Invermere Fire and Rescue’s open house on Sunday, June 27th, from 1-4 p.m.

“This will be an opportunity for everyone — children and adults — to see the new rescue vehicle as well as have a tour of the hall and the other fire vehicles,” Invermere Fire Chief Roger Ekman commented.

The entire community pitched in to purchase the vehicle after the Lions Club organized the Road to Rescue Campaign to raise funds for the vehicle.

One of the unsung heroes who helped the effort was Brad Munroe of Invermere’s Wildlands Eco-Forestry and Wildfire Prevention. Although he never appeared in a cheque presentation photo, Mr. Munroe and Wildlands Eco-Forestry donated $1,000 to the cause.

A complete list of all the donors will be on display at the open house.

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END OF AN ERA ­— Rosemary Oaks (left) and Eva Coles have some fun after a hot summer’s day at the market.

The duo are stepping down after 10 years of organizing the Invermere Farmers’ Market.

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Tenth and final season for Farmers’ Market organizers

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff The Invermere Farmers’ Market opens for its 10th season tomorrow, Saturday June 26th — and it is the final year in charge for Eva Coles and Rosemary Oaks.

Rosemary, who works for the Regional District of East Kootenay, and Eva, from the Akisqnuk health centre, established the market together in 2000.

“It’s a hard one — it’s going to be tough to leave it,” Rosemary said with a lump in her throat.

“When I drive by at the end of market season and see the empty streets, it feels like something’s missing.

I can’t imagine stepping away for good.”

The initial idea for a local market came from Rosemary visiting farmers’ markets as a child in Ontario.

After nine years in the valley, she met Eva in 2000 and the duo decided to try and set up a local market.

Over the last decade the two women have poured hours of their time into registering vendors, promoting the event and making sure days run smoothly.

“It has been our baby from the start,” Rosemary said. “But both of us are at different stages in our lives, plus we are out of town a lot and it does take up time.”

The market runs every Saturday from tomorrow to September 4th in downtown Invermere. It is a make, bake or grow event, with most items either handcrafted or grown in the region.

“About half of the items are made or grown locally in the valley,” Rosemary said. “We also have items from a bit further afield like Kimberley and Cranbrook.”

Over the last 10 years the market has grown from a dozen vendors to more than 55.

On offer are handmade arts and crafts, including jewellery, clothing and artwork, plus plenty to tickle the tastebuds, with baked goods, preserves and candies, as well as fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy and eggs.

“We’re hoping to do some fun things on site again this year too,” Rosemary said. “In the past we have had musicians and demonstrations from artists.”

New additions for 2010 include women’s clothing stalls, stained glass and a henna artist decorating hands and feet with traditional designs.

As for who will be taking over next year’s market — Rosemary and Eva are not yet sure.

“We are looking to see who is interested in taking over,” Rosemary said. "We hope to have some people step forward before the end of the summer season."

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Historical Lens

By Brian Geis Pioneer Editor I don’t usually editorialize on this week’s headlines for fear of exposing a bias in our coverage of breaking news. However, I couldn’t resist the opportunity to congratulate an organization for making a positive move toward a more diverse economy.

Communities across western Canada desperately need to diversify their economies and the Columbia Valley is no exception. Never is this more evident than when one (forestry) or two (real estate development) key industries linger in the doldrums.

In a non-diverse economy, the toll of closures and job cuts are compounded by reductions in provincial resources and funding.

Attracting new corporate investments to diversify your economy, however, can be a bit of a chess match.

The College of the Rockies laid a crucial piece of the economic diversification puzzle this week – a masterstroke, really.

Starting in September the College of the Rockies will be offering its first degree fully granted by the college itself.

The move will help stem the brain drain of having to send our best and brightest far and wide for their post-secondary degree – usually never to return, except for holidays.

Secondly, and brilliantly, the college chose to award its first degree, a Bachelor of Business Administration, in Sustainable Business Practices. In an area where the key industries challenge sustainability, they couldn’t have chosen a more appropriate starter.

Lastly, the move will assure prospective corporate investors a steady supply of ready managers to help them establish and grow their businesses in the Columbia Valley.

Way to go, College of the Rockies!

First white boy born in the East Kootenay Pictured above is Samuel Hope Brewer at his father’s Fairmont Ranch. Born in 1886, Hopie, as he was called, was the first white boy born in the East Kootenay. As a baby, he fell from his high chair into a hot fireplace and was badly burned on the right side of his face and arms. If you have any more information, e-mail us at news@cv-pioneer.com.

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Ellis also climbed Mt. Nelson

Dear Editor:

Thank you for printing my letter about Charles D. Ellis, but I forgot to mention that he was the first person to climb Mt. Nelson. His account of it was published in the Canadian Alpine Journal in

1911. His reckoning of the altitude of the mountain was, by barometrical reading, 12,123 feet. It was later proved, by triangulation, to be 10,772 feet.

Ray Crook, Invermere

Correction: Dr. Coy pictured in last week’s Historical Lens Thanks to everyone who wrote in, called or stopped by to point out that the man cutting the ribbon in last week’s Historical Lens photo is Dr. Filmer E. Coy. MLA James Chabot is the man in the centre

standing behind Dr. Coy. Also pictured are Dr. Jack Martin, Jim Mayinguy and nurse Norma Baker. The date of the photo was also incorrect. It was taken in 1972, not 1955 as the caption suggested.

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Marko outs himself as target of jeer Dear Editor: The following jeer appeared in the last paper: “Jeers to the guy that used an immature and distasteful joke on the blind presenter at our last chamber meeting. Cheers to the presenter!”

The guy the unnamed author refers to is me.

A while back, around Christmas time, in my RCMP report, I made an innocent but sarcastic comment about keeping the car doors locked.

Unfortunately the person who was the victim was known in the community and easily identified.

He took some heat and jabs in regards to my comment. This person phoned me up and took me to task. I listened to his comments and concluded that he was right, I was wrong and this person accepted my apologies.

I have nothing but respect for how he approached this situation and how we dealt with it. Not so with the unnamed author who targeted me in his jeer.

I find that many of the jeers are general: jeers to people who don’t pick up after their dogs, jeers to Alberta drivers, etc.

The author of this jeer wishes to remain anonymous, but wishes to go public and clearly identifies his target for those that were in attendance at this meeting. I choose not to take the same privilege.

The intended target of my farfetched — somewhat illegal — scenario was to put the heat on my friend Al who was seated next to me at the Chamber meeting.

I hoped those in attendance would pick up on Al’s name, instead of mine,

and he would have to do the time, so to speak!

Hence, I identified myself as Al from Home Hardware.

At no time was it my intent, nor any thought, to make a joke towards the guest speaker.

It was far from my mind. I was surprised that someone took it that way and now I am concerned that many others may have seen it that way.

I hope not.

I hold myself accountable for my actions and words and as the Detachment Commander that accountability bar remains high.

My actions and words impact my staff and the community members as a whole.

I couldn’t care less what the criminal element might think of me, but I certainly do work at gaining the respect from the citizens I serve.

Regardless, the mere fact that one person viewed it in the manner as described is sufficient enough reason to apologize to the author and those that also might have taken offence.

I have followed up with the Chamber and I will be following up with the guest speaker to ensure there is an understanding of my intent and apology if he took offence.

My understanding is the guest speaker appeared to understand the jest of my intent when he spoke with an organizer. A follow-up call will clear things up.

I trust and hope that my explanation is accepted by the others in attendance.

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Hockey skills program for J. Alfred Laird school

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff J. Alfred Laird Elementary School is adding hockey to its sports program starting in September, and needs donations of hockey equipment.

Four Hockey Canada Bendina Miller Skills Academy classes per week will be added to the school’s curriculum in the new academic year.

These one-hour sessions will allow students to develop their skills on the ice at Invermere’s arena.

“J. Alfred Laird School was approached about the enhanced hockey program by some interested parents,” said Bendina Miller, Superintendent of Rocky Mountain School District No. 6.

“Some staff were already thinking of approaching physical education differently next year, with more focus on target heart rate and fitness, and this academy fits with the focus on learning.”

The program, which will run from September to March, will work to develop technical hockey skills, from skating to hand-eye coordination.

Two sets of two weekly classes will be offered, one set for grades five and six and the other for grades six and seven. The classes are open to any pupils from grades five to seven, and any skills needed, including how to skate, will be taught.

“We wanted to make the program accessible to anyone,” said Stacy Decosse, J. Alfred Laird’s viceprincipal.

“We don’t want to turn away anyone who hasn’t learned to skate or those without hockey gear.”

The sessions will be taught by J. Alfred Laird staff, who were already working to develop physical education programs at the school.

The aim is to extend physical education classes to hourly sessions each morning, to get students in the best mental state for learning.

“The Hockey Canada Skills Academy fits with current brain research that clearly shows exercise in the mornings enhances learning,” Ms. Miller said.

“We believe by offering physical activity for 40 to 60 minutes each morning, we are helping create an optimal learning state for the brains of our students.”

The school is also introducing the use of heart monitors in physical education classes to track students’ fitness progress.

Current health research says that exercising at between 60 and 80 percent of your maximum heart rate is the most beneficial.

As each pupil has a different level of physical fitness the school says heart monitors will allow for a more targeted physical education program. Fund-raising for the heart rate monitors is already underway.

“Heart rate monitors let people know where they are at physically,” Ms. Decosse said. “Once everyone can monitor their rate we will know how to move forward for each individual student.”

Until now, David Thompson Secondary School was the only school in the Kootenays offering the Hockey Canada Skills Academy program.

To support this new sports program, J. Alfred Laird School is asking for donations of unwanted hockey gear of all sizes by the end of June.

The school will be applying for grants over the summer to cover additional equipment costs.

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By Pioneer Staff On Saturday, June 26th, the folks at Windermere Valley Golf Course are hosting Olympic skier Manny Osborne-Paradis and the pros from Callaway Golf.

“We’re working together with Callaway Golf and Manuel Osborne-Paradis and having a big promotional day out at our driving range,” Windermere Valley Golf Pro Casey Johnson commented.

Manny will be at the driving range signing hats and apparel from noon-4

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p.m., while the Callaway pros will offer free instruction all day with all the latest equipment from Callaway Golf.

“Our goal, naturally, is to get as many people, but more importantly to get as many kids as possible interested in golf,” Mr. Johnson said.

“Manny is Callaway’s latest spokesman as well as a member at Windermere Valley and Shot Shapers Golf Academy.”

A full set of Callaway Junior clubs as well as two passes to Marmot Basin Ski Hill will be raffled off at the event.

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After last week’s special Grad 2010 supplement, we, at The Pioneer, learned that two students finished Grade 12 back in January.

We would like to commend Courtney Metheral (pictured at left) and Drew Shandrowsky on graduating from David Thompson Secondary School.

In addition, two students’ names appeared incorrectly.

Charles Lee is actually Lee Harris, and Nadli Lalitha is actually Lalitha Nadli.

Congratulations to all of the 2010 graduates.

Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary

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Correction In last week’s special 2010 Grad supplement, we left out an ad the Helmers booked to congratulate Amanda.

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Out & About Next week, Pynelogs Cultural Centre is staging its sixth gallery show of the season, featuring the works of Lisa Adams, Dorial Davis, Cathy Parkes, Roy Healy, Jan Zora, and Marg Metcalf, the creator of this image. The show runs from June 29th to July 11th, with the opening reception on Wednesday, June 30th from 7-9 p.m. at Pynelogs. See Page 14 for more.

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Movie Review: She’s Out of My League Reviewed by Dave Sutherland She’s Out of My League is a funny movie. I was prepared to dislike it, having seen too many romantic comedies in the recent past that were neither romantic nor comedic.

The story is familiar; a nerdy guy falls for a hottie, but believes he has no chance whatsoever with her, due to said nerdiness.

Jay Baruchel plays the nerd, Kirk, the only sensitive member of a family of lunkheads, who dreams of flying, but works in airport security. His sense of selfconfidence has been demolished, thanks in part to his ex-girlfriend, who is often at his house with her new boyfriend as she likes his family better than hers.

Eve Archer plays Molly, the object of Kirk’s affec-

tions. She is a near-perfect child of privilege, a beautiful, successful ex-lawyer turned event planner, whose heart has, of course, been recently broken.

Kirk and Molly “meet cute” at the airport when she loses her phone. There’s no way a romance between these two should work out, but you know it will.

A lot of the humour in She’s Out of My League is gentle and arises from Kirk and Molly’s initial encounters and awkward first dates, as they are put through their paces. It’s the kind of funny that puts a smile on your face and keeps it there.

But that kind of funny is then contrasted with the blunt, utterly crude kind of humour you are probably used to from Judd Apatow’s recent movies. It’s laughout-loud kind of stuff. The two kinds of funny are a winning combination here; this was one of the most

amusing movies I’ve seen in a while.

The supporting cast sports some familiar faces and were all enjoyable, but two in particular stood out for me. T. J. Miller, as Kirk’s friend Stainer, and Krysten Ritter, as Molly’s friend Patty, are hilarious. Their jawdropping remarks to each other may have you spitting out your popcorn.

She’s Out of My League was written by Sean Anders and John Morris, both of whom also wrote the recent Hot Tub Time Machine (filmed in Fernie), and was directed with comic aplomb by Jim Field Smith.

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• 5:30 p.m.: Pioneer Dinner at the Edgewater Legion, honouring David Sawchuk, Ed Kluczny, Don Beddie and, posthumously, Frank Schnider, Winston Wolfenden and Peter Cabelguen. Barbecue roast beef dinner. Adults, $15. Seniors and children under 12, $13. For info: 250-347-9550.

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Tuesday, June 29th:

• June 22nd-25th, 8 p.m.: The Last Song • June 26th-30th, 8 p.m.: Furry Vengeance • July 1st-3rd and 5th-9th, 8 p.m.: How To Train Your Dragon

• 9:30 a.m.: Awards Day ceremony at David Thompson Secondary School in the gym.

Friday, June 25th: • Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald will be in Invermere to meet with constituents. To set up an appointment, phone 1-888-870-4188.

• 3 p.m.: Commencement ceremonies at David Thompson Secondary School in the gym. Everyone welcome. For info: 250-342-9213.

Saturday, June 26th: • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Invermere Farmers’ Market opens for the season in downtown Invermere. New vendors always welcome. For info: 250-342-8819.

• 9 a.m.: Registration for fall high school Bighorns and bantam football at the Bighorns field. Family flag football, barbecue. For info: 250-342-8767.

• 11 a.m.: Barbecue at Home Hardware to aid the Kinsmen Club Canada Day fireworks display. For info: 250-342-2445.

• Noon-6 p.m.: Shot Shapers Golf Academy Callaway Fit Day at Windermere Valley Golf Course. Special guest appearance by Olympic skier Manny Osborne-Paradis.

• 6 p.m.: Graduates Community March. Students finishing Grade 12 at David Thompson Secondary School walk from Invermere Community Hall to the Curling Club. Come out and cheer on the newly graduated high school students.

• Locals’ Free Day at Panorama Mountain Resort.

Mountain biking, lift access hiking, climbing wall, mini golf, fun zone.

• June 26th-27th: Radium Three Thirty-Three Sporting Clays shoot at Rauch Homestead Range, west of Radium. Three hundred and thirty-three targets over two days. For info: 250-341-3254.

Sunday, June 27th: • 1-4 p.m.: Invermere Fire Rescue invites the public to an open house at the fire hall, an opportunity to see the new rescue vehicle as well as have a tour of

Thursday, July 1st: • 10:30 a.m.: Canada Day parade through downtown Invermere. To register a float, call 250-342-4242.

• 12 noon-3 p.m.: Mountain Mosaic Festival at Kinsmen Beach and Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Live music, arts and entertainment, children’s activities, food vendors and Cops For Kids charity boatbuilding contest. To enter, phone 250-341-1192.

• 7-9 p.m.:Dry Gulch Ramblers launch the 2010 season of Music on Main on Main Street West, Radium. Every Thursday and Saturday until September. For info: 250-347-9331.

• The annual Fairmont Fantastic 3 Triathlon. Add to your Canada Day celebrations with this shortdistance triathlon. For info: www.fairmontlife.org.

Friday, July 2nd: • 4-8 p.m.: Radium’s second season of Market on Main kicks off on Main Street West, running every Friday weather permitting until September. For info: 250-347-9331.

• July 2nd-3rd, 9 p.m.: The Racket perform at the Whitehouse Pub. For info: 250-342-9540.

Sunday, July 4th: • 8:30 p.m.: Bill Durst performs at Bud’s Bar.

Monday, July 5th: • July 5th-9th, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.: High Seas Expedition at Lake Windermere Alliance Church. $10 per child per week. For info: 250-342-9535.

Tuesday, July 6th: • 6:30 a.m.-dusk: Lake Windermere District Lions Club 7th Annual Charity Golf Day, “Golf Carts for Crash Carts”, at Copper Point Golf Course. $60 per person. All proceeds will go toward the Invermere and District Hospital. For info: 250-341-3392.

• 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Ladies’ Night Out golf clinics at Radium Resort Springs course, every Tuesday in July. For info: 250-347-6200.

Wednesday, July 7th: • Big John Bates and the Voodoo Dollz perform at Bud’s Bar and Lounge.

Thursday, July 8th: • 6 p.m.: Columbia Valley Life Sports summer Nordic pole walking clinic starts. Thursdays 6 p.m. or Sundays 8 a.m. For info: 250-342-8737.

• 7-9 p.m.: Dos Equis perform for Music on Main on Main Street West, Radium. Every Thursday and Saturday until September. For info: 250-347-9331.

Friday, July 9th: • 9-11:30 a.m.: Stampede pancake breakfast at Melting Pot Eatery, Radium. Donations for Radium Fire Department. For info: 250-347-9331.

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Saturday, July 10th:

• 9-11 a.m.: Free pancake breakfast at Edgewater Community Hall to celebrate Canada Day. Feel free to drop by for a free pancake breakfast and have some fun.

• 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: The first Open Market at Edgewater Legion. Crafts, baked goods, vegetables, canned goods and more. Market held every Saturday until September 3rd. For info or to book a table: 250-347-9550.

• 6-9 p.m.: Opening reception for Summer Strokes exhibition at Effusion Art Gallery with artists Jean Pederson, Sandra Chapman, Elena Ilku, Sonja Korbrehel and Connie Geerts. Exhibition runs until July 12th. For info: 250-341-6871.

• 7-9 p.m.: 60 Hertz perform for Music on Main on Main Street West, Radium. Every Thursday and Saturday until September. For info: 250-347-9331.

• 6:30-9:30 p.m.: Cooking in the Mountains at the Residences at Fairmont Ridge with Chef Lee Helman. For info: 250-345-6095.

• 7-9 p.m.: Oso Simple and Friends perform for Music on Main on Main Street West, Radium.

Every Thursday and Saturday until September. For info: 250-347-9331.

• Fairmont and District Lions Club garage sale at Real Storage, Windermere. For info: 250-345-6675.

Monday, July 12th: • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.: The first day of Rocky Mountain Sports Camp at J. Alfred Laird School. Open to ages 6-12. $100/week or $25/day. The camp will run from Monday to Friday on July 12th-16th, July 19th-23rd, July 26th-30th and August 9th-13th.

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Much to see at Pynelogs’ sixth show Submitted by Kate McKenna Pynelogs Cultural Centre

or fabric art. A founding member of Key Gallery, Dorial now devotes more of her time to her art.

Cathy Parkes grew up in Port Colborne, Ontario, and her deep fascination with nature guides her painting and life. After attending the Sheridan College Art Fundamentals course in 1976 and a Classical Animation course in Oakville, Ontario, she and her husband moved to Toronto and started a family, while she worked for various animation companies. Parkes recently moved to Invermere to renew her passion for painting, specifically

Next week, Pynelogs Cultural Centre is staging its sixth gallery show of the season, featuring the works of Lisa Adams, Dorial Davis, Cathy Parkes, Roy Healy, Jan Zora and Marg Metcalf.

Lisa Adams’ work is a series of mixed media linocuts celebrating the beauty and tranquility of nature’s power to soothe the human spirit, inspired by a sense of awe “Above the Valley” and affection for the environment.

by Dorial Davis By incorporating the female hand, she intends to display the harmonious relationship using acrylics.

Roy Healy is a long-time resident of Invermere, between humans and the natural world: “that mystic solidarity between humans, animals, plants and the and he has received national and international acclaim as a wood carver. His carvings portray animals in their cycle of nature.”

Dorial Davis grew up in an artistic family and most notable character, but Healy has also sculpted took courses at the Emily Carr Institute, as well as staircases, fireplace mantels, hope chests, and other many workshops in the Kootenays and the Okanagan. large pieces.

Jan Zora was born in Calgary, was raised on the She has explored different mediums while teaching and has found her focus with mixed media and textile Prairies, and moved to B.C. in 1961. Largely self-

taught, she designed and produced dioramas for the Cayman Islands Museum of History in 1991. She has since participated in Wings Over the Rockies Festival and her warm, colourful, bold and eclectic work has been displayed in a number of local venues.

Marg Metcalf has painted urban landscapes of Invermere, Windermere and the surrounding area for years. She is especially impressed with the preservation of special buildings in the area, which comes across in her paintings.

The show runs from June 29th to July 11th, with the opening on Wednesday, June 30th from 7-9 p.m. at Pynelogs. A special event at the opening will be a book signing by Colin Cartwright, whose recently published book, Kootenay Bears, can be purchased at the Pynelogs gift shop. Kootenay Bears is a collection of stories of the personal encounters he and his wife, Kathy, have had with bears in the Kootenays, with accompanying illustrations by their daughter, Leslie.

We, at Pynelogs, hope you can make it to this very special event! If you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at 250-342-4423, visit us online at www. columbiavalleyarts.com, or come see us at Pynelogs located at Kinsmen Beach in Invermere, open every day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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In 2008 and 2009, Sheila volunteered for the Relay committee as Survivor Chair, organized fund-raising events and entered a team. Everywhere she went she promoted the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Join us for DESSERT and the MUSICAL PEFORMANCE of wonderfully talented Piano Prodigy/Composer, 10 year old CHRISTIAN LAURIAN. Sunday, July 4th in the Palliser Room at Radium Resort · Doors open at 7:30, musical performance will begin at 8pm Enjoy our “taste of Radium Resort Desserts” paired with our featured wines. Tea and coffee service included.

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ART LOVERS — Left to right: artist Bill Croft, Tour of the Arts committee member Louise Gagne, artist Sandra Brown, Radium’s Mayor Dee Conklin and Radium Resort’s Theresa Molto, Wilda Schab and Brent Taylor.

Arts tour coming in August

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff The third annual Tour of the Arts, a self-guided tour showcasing local artists, is taking place this summer in and around Radium Hot Springs.

There are six tour sites, showing off some of the valley’s most beautiful gardens, and allowing more than 50 local artists to display and sell their work.

The tour, on August 1st, will visit five ranches and local homes, ending with a reception at Radium Resort’s Springs Golf Club.

“Several artists will be at each location,“ said Louise Gagne, a member of the Columbia Valley Arts Council and the tour committee. “We will have demonstrations, discussions and participation with the artists — it will be a fabulous day out.”

At Radium Resort’s Springs Golf Course, a reception, with food and drinks, will take place to round off the day. There will also be a prize draw for those who have had their “passports” stamped at all five sites.

“A celebration of the artistic community is more than just part of our corporate responsibility,” said Wilda Schab, General Manager of Radium Resort.

“This is something we really wanted to be involved with . . . we want to invite the world to see the beauty we have here.”

Also at the Springs will be featured artists from the Purcell Mountain Painters group. Sandra Brown,

a former counsellor who moved to the valley in 2001, will be displaying her portraits, floral and animal paintings.

Bill Croft, a retiree from Windermere, who has been involved with all three tours, is showing some of his landscapes.

“I’m not expecting huge sales but promoting the arts in the valley is the most important thing,” he said.

“Tourism is a driving force of the valley so anything that promotes the arts, both visual and performing, is wonderful.”

This is the northernmost stop so far for the Tour of the Arts.

Last year’s event was held in and around Invermere, Windermere and Wilmer, prompting organizers from the Columbia Valley Arts Council to showcase another valley town this year.

“Last year the tour was based further south,” said Radium Hot Springs’ Mayor, Dee Conklin. “Radium is not known for the arts, but we have a growing artistic community and we’re really keen to show people what Radium has to offer.”

Passports for the tour go on sale on Saturday June 26th, at Pynelogs Cultural Centre, Village Arts, Radium Resort, N’Deco Interiors and Smoking Waters Coffee Company.

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Planning for Fall Fair well underway

By Pioneer Staff The Windermere Community Association’s festival committee is anticipating another fun-filled family day on September 11th with exhibition entries, artisans, craftspeople, musicians, scarecrows, and activities for the kids at the 11th Annual Windermere Fall Fair and Scarecrow Festival. The foam splash-down and the wife-carrying race are already on the schedule.

Bratwurst and onions, beef-on-a-bun, coleslaw, beans and corn on the cob, prepared under supervision of Anne Riches, will be served at reasonable prices.

Entry fees are still frozen at the same level they were for the first Fall Fair in 2000 – $3 for adults, $2 for children aged six to 16, and kids under six free.

It is a great day’s entertainment for $10 for a family of four! This is the association’s major fund-raiser for the year, and proceeds go to maintaining and upgrading Windermere Community Hall.

So mark your calendar for Saturday, September 11th, and plan to be there. For more info, see www. windermerecommunity.ca, call 250-341-3383, 3423550, or e-mail justforu@telus.net. Book a space at the fair by calling Jo-El at 250-342-3550.

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BC Transit held meetings in Invermere this month to review services provided by the valley’s transport system.

Around 25 people attended two meetings, on June 8th and 9th, to discuss the bus service and solutions to the valley’s transit difficulties.

“The Columbia Valley transit system is a relatively new one and we’re using a bit of a ‘try it and see’ approach,” said BC Transit’s Alison McDonald.

“We put a new system in place and then we go back a couple of years later to see what works and what doesn’t.”

The service, operating since February 2008, has a single bus with a north and south route, running Monday to Friday, from Edgewater to Canal Flats.

There is also an on-request service during the middle of the day.

“One of the great challenges you have here is a long valley,” said Shannon Moskal, Community Services Manager for the Regional District of East Kootenay. “You can’t supply a service to both ends at the same time with one bus.”

The main difficulties suggested at the meetings were regarding practicality. The infrequency of buses, lack of public information, and inconvenient bus times were all discussed.

“We need to define a clear community goal in order to serve it,” said Kevin Schubert, BC Transit’s Regional Transit Manager. “If it makes sense to change services, we will — our aim is to service the community.”

Currently the service, costing $240,000 a year, is targeted at commuters. The province provides 57 percent of funding and 43 percent is locally financed, through taxes and bus fares.

BC Transit sets the routes and times and an operator based in Golden provides the service. The base in Golden was discussed, with some wanting a local service provider, which would stop the bus running empty from the north.

“The ownership of the process and system doesn’t feel like it belongs to our communities,” said Ken Wilder, of Panorama Mountain Resort. “It’s challenging for people to get their heads around bringing in a bus from Golden.”

The main conclusion from the meetings was that more than one bus is needed for the valley, preferably from a local provider. In the meantime the current service should be publicized more and a weekend bus put in place.

BC Transit will put this feedback into a performance review, to try and improve services in the valley.

For more information, visit BC Transit’s website at www.bctransit.com.

“For $60 per person you can play 18-holes of golf w/cart at the beautiful Copper Point Course plus enjoy the full use of the driving range. All proceeds from the day will be donated by the Lake Windermere & District Lions Club to the Together for Everyone! Invermere District Hospital Emergency Department Campaign to purchase emergency crash carts for the new ER.” ~ Harold Hazelaar, Event Coordinator To book a “Charity Day Golf” tee time call: Copper Point Golf Course @ 250.341.3392 or 1.877.418.4653

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By Sally MacDonald Pioneer Staff The Columbia Valley will light up on Thursday to celebrate the nation’s birthday.

Celebrations kick off at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday night with an impressive fireworks display in Invermere, peak with a parade down the main street and

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This Canada Day, the nation celebrates the 125th birthday of our national parks - and there are few better places to do so than on the doorstep of one of the best: Kootenay National Park.

So don your red and white, paint a maple leaf on your cheek and get ready to celebrate being Canadian!

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Fireworks kick off Canada Day party Submitted by Steve Mantyka Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley The Kinsmen Canada Day fireworks will blast off one minute after midnight on Wednesday night.

The Kinsmen Club is proud to host the annual display, which will be launched from the gravel pit below Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena in Invermere, as a great start to celebrating this great country.

Our valley residents and business owners’ contributions make this event the success it is every year.

Without your support, the fireworks would not happen. We have mailed out letters asking for financial assistance and have change boxes around many stores in Invermere, so please help us bring the celebration together by contributing. Many thanks to those who have already donated. It is greatly appreciated.

Home Hardware has once again offered up their

barbecue for the Kinsmen to raise money for the yearly fireworks. We will host the barbecue on Saturday, June 26th from 11 a.m. until we run out of bratwurst and hot dogs. Join us for lunch and donate to the cause.

Contributions are always welcome – they are never too late. You can mail a donation to the Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley, Box 2039, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0, or contact me at 250-342-2445 (work) or 250-342-3825 (home).

Our community is always supportive, no matter the cause, no matter the club. The Kinsmen Club is proud of the support we receive for this project and all our fund-raisers throughout the year.

Our community gives like no other, so please celebrate Canada Day safely and enjoy the fireworks. Let us know you enjoy them and consider a donation to keep them going every year. We have something to celebrate, and that’s truly Canadian.

WOW – The Invermere fireworks show is always spectacular. Watch from the arena, Lakeview Road or the lake.

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Mountain Mosaic Festival brings the arts to all ages Submitted by Jackie Anderson Festival Organizing Committee Mountain Mosaic Festival of the Arts is a free festival that takes place at the Pynelogs Cultural Centre and adjacent park on the banks of the beautiful Lake Windermere.

On Thursday, July 1st, follow the Canada Day parade through downtown Invermere to the festival grounds where the celebrations begin at noon. The event will kick off with Canada Day speeches, cutting of the Canada Day cake, and singing of the national anthem. Live entertainment will follow, with the Cops for Kids boat race finishing off the day.

The goal of the festival is to inspire, create and celebrate performing and visual art to children, youth and adults in the Columbia Valley on Canada Day. Festival-goers are promised a circus atmosphere complete with workshops, children’s activities, art exhibits, musical entertainment, local performers and visual art.

Entertainment on the Home Hardware stage begins at 12:15 p.m. and features Unhooked, Kootenay Baton Konnection, Shuswap Dance Troupe, LuLu, Petals and Toro the clowns from Calgary, Rachel Mari Kimber, and the local Irish dance group. The finale of the afternoon is the Cops for Kids boat judging and racing in which teams compete for the coveted bragging rights to beat Al Miller and his boat crew, winners of the 2009 competition.

A host of other activities are ongoing throughout the event. Kids can be transformed with face painting,

hairdos and tattoos. They can create a craft with the Friends of the Invermere Public Library who will be hosting the Year of Diversity tent, or they can create their own mosaic to take home. Snag golf, miniature bowling and the Purcell Mountain Painters will also be on hand to entertain. Be sure to pick up your activity passport from volunteers in red shirts. Participate in activities, fill out the passport, put your name in the box and there will be draws for Dairy Queen treats.

An assortment of food will be available. The Rotary Club and Cops for Kids along with the Legion will be serving up hot dogs, smokies, beef on a bun, and taco salad. The Bighorns football team will be on hand with beef jerky and popcorn, Sonshine Children’s Centre and the Summit Youth Centre will have baked goods for sale, bannock will be available, and Pynelogs Café will be serving lunch. Jugs of complimentary water donated by Back Door Wine Cellar will be on hand to refill your water containers.

Our sincere thanks to the major sponsors of the festival, Bob and Barb Shaunessy.

Sponsors supporting the festival include Columbia Valley Arts Council, Panorama Mountain Village, Kootenay Savings Credit Union, Columbia Basin Trust, and the federal government Canada Day grant.

Other partners include the Invermere Business Committee, District of Invermere, Home Hardware, and Valley Alley.

The festival is still looking for volunteers to help out with this fun event. To get involved, contact Kim Turgeon at 250-341-3770.

Wave your flag during the parade

By Pioneer Staff Hundreds of people will line Invermere’s 7th Avenue on Thursday morning to see our national pride on display.

The annual Canada Day parade is a chance for valley businesses and organisations to show their true colours and impress the crowds with their floats.

At 10:30 a.m., the parade will leave its corral point at Pothole Park and proceed down 7th Avenue all the way from AG Valley Foods to Angus McToogle’s.

On the way, onlookers will wave and children will jump for the candy thrown from the floats.

The parade will reach the edge of downtown and keep going, turning onto 15th Street then 7A Avenue on its way across the railroad tracks to Kinsmen Beach. Its arrival there signals the start of the Mountain Mosaic Festival.

You can still enter a float in the parade, which is organised by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #71. Call 250-342-4242. Marshalling for the parade begins at 8:30 a.m. at Pothole Park and be there before 9:30 a.m., because that’s when judging starts!

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By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Columbia Valley police officers are inviting the public to join their Canada Day boat-building challenge at Kinsmen Beach.

Three-person teams must work together to build their lake-going craft in under three hours, starting at 12 p.m. Then at 3.15 p.m. these unique vessels will be launched on Lake Windermere to race.

“We have opened the contest to the public this year to increase participation,” said Constable Derek Balderston, who is organizing the event.

“The RCMP detachment will put in two to three teams and I expect several of the fire departments will be joining us.”

This is the second annual boat-building challenge, which is open for the public to enter for the first time this year.

Boats will be made with supplies from Home Hardware, where each team will have $100 credit to

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choose their materials, excluding seasonal items like inflatable boats.

The race will consist of a 100-metre paddle out to a buoy and back, cheered on by spectators on the beach.

“Last year’s race was a lot of fun,” Constable Balderston said. “As far as the success of the boat surviving, well that depends on the design. Most teams get a little wet.”

There will be trophies for the first-place winners, best team costumes and the cheapest-built boat to actually make it through the course.

The boat race is one of two main fund-raising events the Columbia Valley RCMP is organizing to raise money for the Cops for Kids charity.

In September, Constable Balderston and 30 other RCMP officers from south-eastern B.C. will set out on a 1,000-kilometre bike ride.

“This will be my third year participating in the Cops for Kids bike ride,” Constable Balderston said.

“What can I say? I am a sucker for punishment!”

The 10-day ride sets off from Osoyoos on September 10th, passing through Cranbrook, Radium and Golden on the way to the finish line in Kelowna on September 19th.

All money raised will go to Cops for Kids, a charitable organization started by members of the Kelowna RCMP in 2001.

It is dedicated to helping children in crisis across the southern interior.

“I support Cops for Kids because it has local impact,” Constable Balderston said.

“Money raised from the charity benefits families in need in the south-east of British Columbia. Specifically, money and aid has been distributed in the Columbia Valley.”

If you would like to enter a team, registration is $90 and the deadline to sign up is June 29th.

Teams interested in joining can contact Derek Balderston at derek.balderston@rcmp-grc.gc.ca or 250-341-1192, or register at Invermere Home Hardware.

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BOX 2228 BOX 459 742 - 13th STREET 7553 MAIN STREET INVERMERE, BC. RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, BC V0A 1K0 V0A 1M0 PHONE: 342-3031 PHONE: 250-347-9350 FAX: 342-6945 FAX: 250-347-6350 Email: info@invermereinsurance.com • Toll Free: 1-866-342-3031

Residential, Commercial Electric Furnace and Hot Water Tank Repair and Service For All Your Electrical Needs

1710 10th Avenue – Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

• Structural Timbers and Posts • KD Tongue & Groove (Pine, Cedar and Fir)

Contact: Paul Aubrecht Invermere (250) 342-0482 Calgary (403) 874-0483

www.diamondheatingandspas.com

Scott Postlethwaite

CVCC Contractor// Trade Builder of the Year 2008 0

Specializing in Single Family Homes, Additions and Renovations, Drafting Services.

• FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • SERVICE & MAINTENANCE 385 Laurier Street, Invermere, BC Phone: (250) 342-7100 PO Box 86, Athalmer, BC V0A 1A0 email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com Fax: (250) 342-7103

Chimney and Eavestrough Cleaning Specialists Time to Clean the Winter Sludge Out of Your Eavestroughs!

Fully Insured & WCB Covered

• Pruning and Removal of All Trees and Shrubs • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured & WCB Covered

Time for Spring Pruning!

OVER

30

YEARS EXPERIENCE

Please call Steve for a free estimate • 250-342-1791

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June 25, 2010

HERE TO SERVE YOU Daren Noble LANDSCAPING: • Bobcat Work • Post Holes

HAULING:

• Fill • Sand • Gravel

250.341.5886 • 250.349.5882 Serving The Entire Valley

ROSS’S POOLS & SPAS Commercial – Residential Installation – Maintenance – Repairs

Darren Ross

Your search for quality and dependability ends with us.

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

Dean Hubman

Located in Invermere’s Industrial Park Peter Pankovitch • 1321 Industrial Road #3 Phone: 250-342-0665 • Cell: 250-342-1073 Fax: 250-342-0666 • Email: pjpank@telus.net

Toll Free: 877-342-3052

Certified Technician

Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net

250-342-3052

Hauling Rock, Gravel, Sand & Fill

LIFE’S BRIGHTER under the sun.

Pierre E. Trudel Bus 250-270-0363 Fax 250-347-6948

4890 Stoddart Creek RR#2 Invermere, BC V0A 1K2

Cell: 250-341-7727 • Fax: 250-347-6363 • poolman-911@hotmail.com

T R U C K I N G RR#4 1700 Canyonview Rd. Invermere, BC V0A 1K4

pierre.trudel@sunlife.ca 4798 Selkirk Ave. Box 108 Edgewater BC V0A 1E0

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(250) 342-5654 (250) 341-3636 Shawn & Mel Hollowink

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Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential • Garage Doors • Passage Doors • Truck Doors • Sun Rooms • Patio Covers • Vinyl Decking • Aluminum Railings • Gutters • Siding • Soffit • Facia • Window Capping • Renovations

Warbrick Towing & Salvage

250-342-6700 • universaldoorsandexteriors@shawbiz.ca

Complete Automotive Repairs (Beside the Petro Canada Car Wash)

Phone: 250-342-6614 • www.autowyze.com

• SANDING/ SWEEPING • Landscaping

• SNOW REMOVAL • Trucking • Property • All Grading Maintenance • Mini Track Hoe

Kari & John Mason

250.270.0821 Invermere • Panorama

DCS Plumbing & Heating

Excavator • Mini-Excavator • Bobcats • Dump Truck • Compaction Equipment • Snow Removal & Sanding • Street Sweeping • Underground Services • Site Prep • Road Building • Land Clearing • Landscaping • Basements

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

250-341-8501 Senior Discount

Trevor Hayward (Owner/Operator)

250-342-5800

Hourly or Contract Rates Available

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Fine Homeservices Residential Jesse Vader 250.341.5426

CALL FOR SPRING SPECIALS!

Commercial Ken Johnson 250.341.5427

250.349.5564

VACUUM CENTRE

Sales • Repairs • Warranty Phone: 250-342-9207

Need Blinds?

Interior World

FREE ESTIMATES INFRARED INSPECTIONS

window fashions

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

DETECT: HEAT/ENERGY LOSS, MOISTURE INTRUSION, FAULTY WIRING, ACTIVE MOLD, VERMIN & PESTS, NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING KARLFAST • 250-688-1200 • info@kootenayinfrared.ca www.kootenayinfrared.ca

LAMBERT-KIPP

P H A R M A C Y LT D .

J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.)

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

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

250-342-6612

Delicious Sushi

for a Healthy Lifestyle - and always fresh!

• Brown Rice Sushi • Wild Caught Salmon • Naturally Pickled Sushi Ginger

Located in Parkside Place Downtown Invermere

Invermere

(250) 341-6888

Open Monday - Saturday 10:30 am to 5:00 pm Our freshly made Sushi also available at AG Valley Foods 7 am - 10 pm

Saunders Irrigation Installation and maintenance Owner/Operators Tanner Saunders • Brodie Smith

1-250-270-2703 - Tanner Free 1-250-342-5673 - Brodie Estimate s saundersirrigation@gmail.com 4825 Dell Rd, Windermere, V0B 2L2

www.cordnerarchitect.com

The Deck Guy • Decks • Fences

Invermere (250) 342-4498 Calgary (403) 477-2411 thedeckguy@telus.net

w w w.valleysolutions.ca • valleysolutions@shaw.ca

Call Judy: (250) 341-1903

READY MIX CONCRETE RENOVATIONS REFERENCES AVAILABLE

1422 12A Avenue, Invermere B.C.

attheshop@live.ca

LICENSED

250-341-5096

Concrete Pump • Sand & Gravel Heavy Equipment Rentals • Crane Service Proudly Serving the Valley for over 50 years

For competitive prices and prompt service, call: 250-342-3268 (plant) 250-342-6767 (office)

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals • NEW SEWER • CAMERA •

Complete sewer/drain repairs • Reasonable rates – Seniors’ discount • Speedy service – 7 days a week

colorworks Painting Inc.

A well maintained septic system should be pumped every 2-3 years Avoid costly repairs

Dunlop Contracting Bruce Dunlop

Bruce Dehart 250.347.9803 or 250.342.5357

Elmo’s Stump Grinding

INVERMERE GLASS LTD. •Shower Doors•Mirrors

You Find ‘em, I’ll Grind ‘em

•Auto•Home•Commercial

Telephone: 250-342-3659

ELMER REITER

Home: 250-342-9669 ∙ Cell: 250-341-7126 Box 965 Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0

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Millwork Cabinets Stairs Custom Framing • Renovations

invermereglass@cyberlink.bc.ca

Jeff Watson

Serving the Valley since 1995• #3, 109 Industrial Road #2, Invermere

RADIUM HOT SPRINGS ESSO Automotive Repairs

Journeyman Carpenters

250.342.1024

7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

(250) 347-9726

• Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems Call for your FREE consultation and estimate

From Framing to Finishing Al Tallman

Allan Gauthier

Tel: (250) 349-7586

Cell: (250) 489-8685 • Fax: (250) 349-7586

Asphalt Shingles

Phone: 250-341-8009

Repairs ♦ Replacement ♦ New WCB & Insured Call for Quote

P.O. Box 678, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 E-mail: sheblime@hotmail.com

asphalt maintenance • RepaiRs • cRack sealing • sealcoating driveways • parking lots • roads

all Al at

LUMBIA ROOFING COQuality Roofing and Repairs

Aaron Sherban

Sheblime Roofing

7 days a week

GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL Freight & Passenger

Mike Cope

DUST CONTROL • DE-ICING • ROADS DRIVEWAYS • SIDEWALKS PATHWAYS • JOBSITES • PARKING LOTS 250-342-1186 • MARK SHMIGELSKY rmshmigelsky@xplornet.com 9455 Toby Ridge Rd. Invermere BC V0A 1K5

250-341-8510 VJ (Butch) Bishop Owner/Operator

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

• Excavators • Mini-Excavators • Bobcats • Dump Trucks • Water Trucks • Compaction Equipment • Snow Plow • Sanding Equipment • Crane Truck • Mobile Pressure Washing & Steam Cleaning • Underground Services • Site Prep & Demolition • Road Building • Land Clearing • Controlled Burning • Rock Walls • Rip Rap • Top Soil • Sand & Gravel

CONTRACT OR HOURLY MACHINE RENTALS AVAILABLE

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HERE TO SERVE YOU PROFESSIONAL TREE SERVICES

• Trusses • Engineered Floors • Wall Panels Tel: 250.341.6075 Fax: 250.341.3427 Email: info@duskbuildingsystems.com www.duskbuildingsystems.com

1320 Industrial Road #3 Box 159, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

Phone: (250) 341-1164 Phone: (250) 688-0946 www.leveringtondata.com

Free Estimate:

250 341 7029

Fully Licensed & Insured, Certified Arborists, WCB Fallers Residential • Commercial • Municipal • Golf Course

BOOKKEEPING REGISTERED GISTERED QUICKBOOKS PRO ADVISORS

Local Professionals You Can Trust.

• Dangerous Tree Removal • Expert Tree Pruning • Stump Grinding • Tree Planting • WCB Certified Tree Fallers • Certified Tree Risk Assessments • Emergency Service • Fire’Smart’ Assessments & Treatments

Box 2952, Invermere BC V0A 1K0, Canada

250.342.4426

Cell: 250.341.7227 Toll Free: 1.877.342.4426 Fax: 250.342.4427 redeye48@shawbiz.ca 1484 Hwy 93/95 Windermere, BC V0B 2L1 next to Skookum Inn

TRIPLE J

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RE-ROOFING, REPAIRS, NEW CONSTRUCTION ALL TYPES OF ROOFING LICENSED, INSURED AND FULL WCB 5” SEAMLESS EAVESTROUGHING

FREE ESTIMATES • 250-688-0959 • 250-342-2087 koss.exteriors@gmail.com

SHOLINDER & MACKAY ACK A CK CKA EXCAVATING A ATING TIN TING ING G IInc. n nc. nc

Septic Systems ste t ms Installed Installe nss d ~ Pumped Pum P Pu ump ped d ~ Repaired Re ire Repair i ed ired Prefab P Pr reffab refa fab Cement Cementt Tanks Installed IIns In nssta alle W Wa Water Lines nes Dug Dugg IIn Insta Inst Installed allled d Basements B nts ts Dug D

WINDERMERE 250-342-6805 You’re invited to see our

Window Cleaning FULLY INSURED

FREE ESTIMATES

250-346-6886

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

Dusty Buckets

pwallace@confederationloghomes.com

Smitty’s Tree Service

25+ Years Experience

EXCAVATING

• Rock/Wood retaining walls • Lot clearing Jordan Gertner • Foundations 4839 Burns Ave, Box 390 Canal Flats, BC, V0B 1B0 • Backfill Phone: (250) 341-1458 ∙ dustybuckets@live.ca

• Dangerous Tree Removal • Tree Topping & Disposal • Pruning • Hedge Trimming • Lot Clearing

Al Smith

(250) 342-2611

Cell: (250) 342-5850 email: al_angie@shaw.ca

SIMES PAINTING Fine Finishing Woodwork Stain and/or Clearcoat Laquers Interior & Exterior · New & Existing homes Interior Design · Antique Furniture Refinishing 31 - 4775 Woodlane West Windermere, BC, V0B 2L2

Call Barry 250-342-0572 | Cell: 250-270-0331

Quality Hand-crafted Steel • Structural Steel • Welding • Fabricating & Machining • Custom railings and ornamental iron #117 Industrial Rd. #2, Invermere, BC Ph: 250-342-9926 • Fax 250-341-3956 e-mail: txn@telus.net

Commercial and Hospitality IT Computer Consulting, Service and Support 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

250-342-6008

info@mountaincreektech.ca

Computer Networks Remote Backup Services Custom Programming

Data Protection Computer Repair IT Consulting

3D Modeling and Virtual Rendering Home Automation and Green Technology Computer Sales and Support

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Pioneer Classifieds s obituary s Donald E. Arnold (Prairie Gofr) April 10, 1934 - June 22, 2010 The Arnold/Beingessner families regret to announce that Don fell asleep in death early Tuesday morning, June 22, 2010.

He moved his family from Saskatchewan to the beautiful Windermere Valley that he loved in 1975. Even though the boy left the prairies, you couldn’t take the prairies out of the boy.

Many were acquainted with his handle, Prairie Gofr.

Don worked as a hairstylist in Invermere for many years.

Always quick witted and eloquent in speaking, Don was delightful company to many friends and relatives.

Communication was always important to Don and to those of you who he took the time to write, you must know that he worked very hard to do so. He held a pencil in each hand to tap out meaningful messages when his fingers no longer went where he told them to.

Don’s advice in life was “never put things off”, and “you can never be wrong by being kind”.

Our dear friends from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses came regularly to give encouragement and practical help and left feeling refreshed by Dad’s upbeat attitude.

Don was so appreciative of his loving family, friends, many caregivers and Dr Chris Gooch.

Dad had strong faith in the Bible promises, “He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore.”

(Revelation 21:4) He is sadly missed by his loving wife Klara (56 years), daughter Sandra Beingessner (Marty), grandson Elijah Beingessner and son Monte Arnold (Rhonda), and many close friends and relatives.

We look forward to greeting Don back to perfect health in the paradise promised by our Creator in John 5:28, 29, “All those in the memorial tombs will . . . come out.”

A public memorial service is scheduled for June 30 at 2pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at #1 Holland Creek Estates, between Invermere and Windermere.

There’s a reason they’re called “CLASSY”. Pioneer Classifieds…

N E W S PA P E R

Phone: (250) 341-6299 • Fax: (250) 341-6229 • Email: info@cv-pioneer.com

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Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 250-341-6229 Email: info@cv-pioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

GARAGE SALE

announcement

CHEERS & JEERS

COMMERCIAL SPACE

Multiple Garage Sales, all within the community of Columere Park, Saturday, July 3, 8am1pm.

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. Call 250-342-2424 for more info.

Jeers to the guy who held on to my motorcycle trying to not let me jump the queue. I sincerely apologize if I hurt you. I also hope your extreme arrogance taught you a lesson.

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

Please call 250-270-0270.

Multi-family Garage Sale at 1718 Swansea Ave., Windermere, 9am-2pm, on Saturday, June 26.

Yard Sale, Saturday, June 26, 8am, 1679 Rocky Mtn. Ave., Windermere. Dolphin table, hide-a-bed, fireplace, and more.

1710 6th Ave, Saturday, June 26, 8am-1pm, oak TV stand, patio blind, crystal dishes, pictures, and household articles.

5151 Juniper Heights Rd., entire house must go, Saturday & Sunday, June 26 & 27, 8am2pm.

thank you Thank you to everyone in the community who helped me before and after the sudden death of Art Keith. I am grateful to every one of you. Fern Keith.

Thank you to the RDEK for honoring me as the Area G Volunteer of the year and to our wonderful community for their nominations, cards, and congratulations. It was very unexpected and greatly appreciated. Mimi Price.

announcement Zehnder’s local beef now available at Grant’s Foods, 503 7th Ave, Invermere. Free of antibiotics and artificial growth hormones.

Landscape Oil Painting class, Wednesdays, 9am-1pm, cost $65 includes all supplies, 250345-6390 for more info or to reserve a place.

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to our community! With your generosity, the Kazuri Bead sale was a great success! Thank you from your local Valley GoGo Sisters and the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

Cheers to all the people who helped with the work at the Wilmer Hall on Saturday and Sunday and cheers to Rona for the generous donation of lumber materials.

Cheers to Geoff & Jess for looking after the “Jerks” last weekend!

Thank you so much!

Cheers to everyone who participated in the Relay for Life, whether you brought dogs, skateboards, scooters or bikes, good to see you out supporting a great cause and we hope to see you ALL at the 30th annual Terry Fox Run on Sept 19, 2010.

Cheers to everyone who made the ICAN garage sale such a huge success! We couldn’t have done it without all the help from volunteers, people who dropped off items and those of you who attended the sale. A huge thank you – hope to see you next year!

Lost & Found Canon camera found at Columbia wall near Spillimacheen, June 20, 2010, 250-341-7246.

Found in the wetlands, a water ski and a tubing tube, 250-3427397.

storage

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637 STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park, 250-342-3166.

You own it, we can store it!

Secure, fenced compounds any size up to one acre. Secure containers available. Would also build building to suit for long term tenant. Zoned Heavy Industrial. Invermere Industrial Park. Phone 250-342-5297, 250-346-3011 or 250-3422100.

Call 250-341-6299 to place your classified ad

864 sq.ft. warehouse space with loading dock, unheated, $656.25/month includes GST, available immediately. Call 250342-3637.

2nd floor, 800 sq.ft. office in Radium, 403-559-9625.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION Wanted Immediately Compatible roommate that likes hiking, biking, and kayaking, to share new mobile home, minutes from Invermere, $400/ month +DD + references, 250341-3101.

Male Roommate Wanted, available August 1st, newer 2650 sq. ft. house with shared kitchen and laundry, 2.5 baths, f/s, w/d, dishwasher, hot tub, & garage. $500/ month, utilities included. $250 DD required.

Close to beach & golf course.

250-426-4751.

Private room w/ cable, phone, laundry access, internet and all utilities included, $400/month + $200 DD, N/S, N/P, 250-3412068.

SUITE FOR RENT Hillcrest furnished apartments, utilities included. 1 bdrm units, $600/month, 2 bdrm units, $800/month. 250-341-1182.

2 bdrm, spacious suite, fenced yard, W/D, D/W, private entrance, $850/month + ½ utilities, 250-270-0906.

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Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 250-341-6229 Email: info@cv-pioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

house FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

Radium, 1 bdrm furnished apartment, $650 including cable & utilities. Bachelor efficiency, $550, available immediately. DD, N/S, N/P, references required. Call Don or Susan, 250-342-6908 or 250347-7775.

Invermere, 2 bdrm, upper level, gorgeous mountain views from private deck, feels like country living and a short walk to town.

1 large bdrm with ensuite, 1 smaller bdrm/office, spacious living, dining, kitchen with skylight, mud room, laundry, half bath, N/S, $1200/month + utilities, best for a couple, first and last payment by post-dated cheque, references required, 250-342-3790.

FOR RENT

Brand new 3 bdrm, single garage, townhouse with insuite laundry, in Borrego Ridge, Radium. 1400 sq. ft. Available June 1st. $1300 + Utilities. Call 403-875-0214.

2 bdrm duplex, 5 min drive to Invermere, nicely furnished or unfurnished, yard, W/D, N/P, references required, $920/ month + utilities, 250-6880244.

3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, townhouse in Riverstone Villas, Radium, 6 appliances, gas F/P, air conditioning, single car garage, N/S, N/P, excellent condition, $1150/month + utilities, Sean 403-688-6869.

vacation rentals

Invermere, large 2 bdrm, freshly painted, lower level suite, located on 14th Ave, separate entrance, off street parking, jetted tub, satellite TV, W/D, D/W, N/S, N/P, $1000/month including utilities, 250-3423368.

Invermere, bright, furnished, 1 bdrm suite, N/S, N/P, utilities, internet, W/D, separate entrance included, $600/month for July 1, 250-341-5096 or 250-3415520.

Windermere, bright 2 bdrm, ground floor unit in quiet 4-plex with beautiful views, large yard area, separate parking and entrance, N/P, $675/ month + Hydro + DD, available immediately to mature, responsible tenants, references required. Call 403-813-0087.

Radium, bright, 2 bdrm walkout with in floor heating, covered patio, and private parking, available immediately, $1000/ month including utilities, 250342-5159.

Radium, bright 2 bdrm, 1 ½ bath, private entrance, shared laundry, $800/month + DD + Hydro, references required, N/S, 250-347-9970.

Black Forest Heights, 2 bdrm, lower suite, $825/month, all inclusive, available immediately, 250-270-0745.

2 bdrm, main floor suite, clean, bright, large windows, excellent D/T location, D/W, W/D, car port, N/S, $1050/month, available August 1st, 250-342-3790.

Bright 2 bdrm, walkout, legal suite in newer home, long term, $850/month, Invermere, behind hospital, 250-341-7472.

house FOR RENT Invermere, executive rental, 3200 sq.ft., 4 bdrm, 3 baths, in Wilder Subdivision, acreage overlooking Kinsmen Beach.

View to die for! $2500/month.

Athalmer, unique log and pond home, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 2000 sq.ft., $1600/month. 3 bdrm, 1 bath home, $1200/month. 1 bdrm, 1 bath, upper suite, $700/ month. Shop/Yard/Office, for woodworking/storage business, etc. Approx 3000 sq.ft., $800/ month. All properties available immediately, utilities not included, DD required. Please call 403-390-4513.

Available July 1st, 2 bdrm Wilmer home with large, fenced yard, N/S, some pets considered, $1000/month. Looking for long term (couple preferred). Call 250-342-1195 or 250-342-1194 to arrange viewing.

Contact

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

www.EricRedeker.com

Executive 3 bdrm, 3 bath, Fort Point home, available Sept 1st, mature responsible, $1350/ month, 250-342-6577.

Available immediately in Invermere, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appliances, large yard, N/S, $960/month + utilities + DD, 250-347-9086.

Black Forest Heights, ½ Duplex, 3 Bdrm, 3 Bath, large yard, garage, available July 1st, references, 250-342-1332.

Family home in Wilder subdivision, Invermere.

Excellent condition, unfurnished, 2 bdrms up, 2 down, 2.5 baths, 6 appliances, double attached garage. 1 year minimum, N/P, N/S, available immediately, $1425/month + utilities + DD. 250-342-5914, First Choice Realty.

Windermere, older 2 bdrm country home on 5 acres, green house & root cellar, $1000/ month, references required, available immediately, 250342-3790.

Panorama, 1 bdrm condo in Horsethief. This unit has been completely renovated and comes with all furnishings.

Please email keithc@blueskys. ca or call 780-632-6003.

D/T Invermere condo for rent, 3 bdrm, 2 bath + garage, $1350/ month + utilities, N/P, N/S, 250341-1182.

Radium Townhome, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, garage, $1200/month + utilities, N/P, N/S, 403-2080170.

2 bdrm, 1 bath, fully furnished condo, 2 blocks from D/T Invermere and beach, $900/ month including utilities, available July 1, 250-341-5855 or 250-833-0196.

condo FOR RENT

1 bdrm condo behind Sobeys, W/D, N/S, N/P. Quiet tenants, $650/month + utilities and DD. Available July 1, call 250-3456591.

Radium, Stanley Street, 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den, in suite laundry, laminate flooring, fireplace, A/C, 2 underground parking stalls, N/P, N/S, available immediately, $1100/month + DD, utilities included, 403-472-8992.

Radium, the Pinewood, fully furnished 2 bdrm, 2 bath, main floor condo, laundry, fireplace, A/C, underground parking, N/S, small pets okay, $975/month + DD, includes utilities. Call Roxann, 403-463-9506.

Invermere, 4 bdrm, luxury lake view cottage; Radium, 3 bdrm home; Akiskinook waterfront resort, 1 to 4 bdrm condos, indoor pool, hot tub, beach, tennis court, squash court, 403293-5659.

house for sale

Bargain Hunters

2700 sq.ft. walkout bungalow villa in Fairmont, $378,900, 2 F/P, 4 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, 6 appliances, A/C, Vacu Flo, dbl garage, pictures at www.welist. com, AD # 42866 or call 403-968-8747.

3 bed, ½ bath duplex with detached double garage, close to schools and D/T, tinted windows, immaculate condition, $350,000, for viewing 250-342-7077.

Home on 1.16 acres with panoramic Rocky Mtn and Columbia Lake views, private lake access, Par 3 golf course nearby, $589,000 with offers, see www. welist.com, #43733, Columbia Lake Rd., 250-345-6226.

condo for sale Affordable condo downtown Invermere, fully furnished, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, $139,900, 250341-1182.

condo for sale Bargain Hunters

2700 sq.ft. walkout bungalow villa in Fairmont, $378,900, 2 F/P, 4 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, 6 appliances, A/C, Vacu Flo, dbl garage, pictures at www.welist. com, AD # 42866 or call 403-968-8747.

Brand new 1600 sq.ft. D/T Invermere, 3 bdrm, 2 bath + garage, $299,900 + GST, reduced to $279,900, no GST until July 1st, www. cedarwoodglen.com, 250-3411182.

Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo at the Peaks in Radium.

Swimming pool, hot tubs, underground heated parking, a/c, fireplace, appliances and window coverings. Great view!

Like new! $229,900, No agents please. 250-341-5170.

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE Must sell, 3 bdrm mobile on pad in Juniper Heights. Only $30,000 OBO, 250-342-6813.

2 bdrm, 1 bath, 12’x68’, mobile in Green Acres Mobile Home Park, no dogs, brand new diesel tank, $42,000 OBO, 250-3060918.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE Quiet area with lake access, great views of the Rocky Mountains & Lake Windermere, 1.32 acres on west side of Lake Windermere, power and water to property line, approved for septic field, minutes from town and other valley amenities, choice of two building sites. Don’t miss this one!! Asking $235,000, 1-877233-8883.

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Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 250-341-6229 Email: info@cv-pioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

MISC.FOR SALE

MISC.FOR SALE

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

VEHICLES for sale

boat for sale

7 acres of hayfield/wild land, beautiful mountain views with great building opportunity, near Wilmer, Toby Hill Road, close to Panorama and lake, $410,000 + GST/HST, 250-342-2802.

Quality Top Soil & Manure.

Top Soil $160/dump truck load, $70/pick-up load. Manure $100/ pick-up load, delivery extra.

Call, 250-342-1268.

Clay chimney flu blocks, used for landscaping, assorted sizes and colours, $50. Call 250-3420358, leave message.

2004 Honda CRS 450R, excellent shape, $4200 OBO, 250-3411182.

2001 Z24 Cavalier, $2300, Black, standard, 250-688-0053.

12’ Lund aluminum fishing boat & trailer, $800 OBO, 250-3422553.

4967 Spruce Ave. Canal Flats, $70,000, mobile home, zoned lot, quiet location close to school, golf course, convenience store, and beach. 250-3427179.

wanted Good used bike and sport gear, consign at Sportuccinos, 250342-3669.

MISC.FOR SALE Wall rack storage system for architectural drawings, blueprints, artist’s sketches, newspapers, or any documents that should be hung to save space and avoid creasing. New $700, sale price $200. 250-3416299.

Radial Arm Saw, $150 OBO, 250342-8773.

Architectural Shingles, 3000 sq.ft., dark green, used 16”x36” panels, $2900 OBO. Bob, 250- Tsunami Buralite 12 ft. kayak 345-6668, Fairmont. w/ accessories & Thule Carrier; Stereo cabinet book case, 14B 2 – 9ft Azul Kayaks with Wolf Cres., 403-668-9813. watertight bulkheads for sale.

Includes PFD’s, skirts, paddles Laminate flooring, gently used, and safety kits, $1,000 OBO, approx. 700 sq.ft., was $1400, 250-270-0886. now $700. Also, antique piano, Tires for P235 70R16, 60% tread left, $150, 250-347-0070.

Top Quality Screened Top Soil, in Edgewater, 250-3427680.

Yard Tractor, Yard Man 2006, hardly used, only 15 hours, like new, 22 HP hydrostatic drive, deluxe model, $1500, 250-3411001 or 250-342-3035.

Misc. for sale

ONSITE AUCTION CONDUCTED BY REAL STORAGE Take notice that miscellaneous goods and chattels belonging to the following persons and stored at Real Storage LP (Windermere) will be sold due to unpaid charges as per the Warehouse Lien Act of British Columbia:

Nick Fryia The sale will be on Monday July 5, 2010 at Real Storage LP (Windermere), 1508 Highway 93/95, Windermere, British Columbia, V0B 2L1. The goods may be viewed at 12:00 pm.

All bids are sealed and are for entire contents of the unit.

Contents must be paid for and removed by 5:00 p.m. on July 5, 2010. Call 250-342-4494 for more information.

$700, 250-342-5136.

Attention Musicians, Ensoniq SQ1 synthesizer with soft-shell case, stand, and manual, $300.

Art and Lutherie Folk guitar with hard-shell case, $200. Call 250342-9438, evenings.

1986 9 ½ ft. Camper, like new, $5200 or trade for small campervan, 250-270-0698.

Pinnacle Series Motor Home, 50,000 km, $13,500, 250-3425855.

1996 Jayco tent trailer sleeps 6, King in the front, Queen in the back, table folds into bed, stove, 3 way fridge, water tank, battery, propane, awning, $4500, 250-342-3205.

1978 Honda 750, four ferring, new battery, good shape, $2200 OBO, 250-342-8773.

18 ft., 2007 Ultra Light Eco Trailer, sleeps 4, queen bed, MACHINERY FOR SALE microwave, fridge, stove, A/C, electric hitch, $14,900, 250Bobcat tree spade, 28”-32” 342-6857. basket, $10,000; Like new material Screen-It bucket, 1979 Triple E, 17 ft., Dual Axle, $5,000; 10’ wide plow for sleeps five, bathroom, new Bobcat, $1,200. Peter, 250-342- upholstery, everything works, 1073 or pjpank@telus.net. good condition, $2500 OBO, 2001 763 Bobcat, 2385 hours, c/w 2 buckets, post, hole digger, straight arm hoe, 8” & 16” bucket, thumb & 300L slip tank, $17,500. Will consider selling separately, 250-342-5264, Dan.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 26 ft. 2006 R-Vision Travel Trailer, original owners, used only three months, slide out seating area, microwave, stove with 4 burners, oven, tub surround and shower, queen sized bed, canopy, and many more features, asking $20,000, 250-345-6635.

250-342-8330.

20 ft, 1979 Scamper RV, very good condition, fridge, freezer, oven, heater, full bathroom, sleeps 5, everything works, $4500 OBO, 250-342-0783 or 250-342-5800.

VEHICLES for sale 2006 Chev Equinox, excellent shape, $18,000 firm, 250-3463047.

2002 Nissan Altima V6, 157,000 km, in excellent condition, 250341-1733.

1995 Pontiac Grand Am, excellent condition, $2100 OBO, 250-347-2406.

2001 White Grand Prix GT, 186,000 km, great shape, new tires, $4400, Trish, 250-3472122.

1990 GMC 2500, 2 wheel drive, comes with canopy with boat rack and a little rust, $2500 OBO, 250-341-1183 or 250-3425292.

1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 235,000 km, $950 OBO, 250-342-5855.

1989 GMC Sierra extended cab, 2 WD, comes with canopy, $1250 OBO. Also, 1990 Suburban, new engine, transmission shot, $500 OBO or take both, $1500, 250342-8330.

1993 Ford F150 Extended Cab with Cap, excellent condition, only two owners and less than 70,000 km, $4800 OBO, Call Ian at 250-342-1648. Buy before June 30 to avoid HST! 1989 Jeep Cherokee, $600, 250688-0635.

boat for sale 1993 Campion Allante 160, 16’ open bow, 90 HP Merc, new fish finder, good shape, $6800 OBO, 250-342-8773.

Older Sailboat, Glen L 10ft, in good condition, fiber glassed, a family fun craft looking for a good home, $450 OBO, 250342-3888.

REDUCED! SAILBOAT for sale, MacGregor 26, purchased new in 1995 and in excellent condition. Four sails, including spinnaker and furling genoa, easy to transport with water ballast system, full cabin with head, sink, and sleeping accommodation, interior lighting and exterior navigation lights, Nissan 8HP motor and trailer with surge brakes. Comes complete with cushions, swim ladder and GPS and orange float ball. Located in Windermere.

Price $15,500, 250-342-9436.

business for sale Busy seasonal café for sale in Invermere, B.C. Serious inquiries only, 250-3415370.

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

Phone 250-341-8033 (cell) – 24/7. Not on valley time.

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

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June 25, 2010

Pioneer Classifieds business for sale

services

Mei Mei’s Asian Market FOR SALE

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

Excellent business for a couple or family to run together and share responsibilities, great location, in the new Parkside place development on 7th Ave., downtown Invermere. With our unique and health friendly sushi we have a consistent, well established clientele at the store and a great contract with AG Valley Foods keeping us busy in the on and off season. Mei Mei’s also has two rooms which have been used as treatment rooms, and are great for someone to start a new practice, or to contract practitioners to work for the store (i.e. Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Reiki etc.) or rooms can be used for different purpose (ie. expansion, additional storage, office). Mei Mei’s is currently licensed with BC Interior Health and the District of Invermere as: grocery store, food service and alternative medicine facility.

Current owner will provide training for all aspects of the business: ordering and receiving supplies, how to operate all equipment, will train how to make Mei Mei’s specific kind of sushi, labelling and distributing.

Over $120,000 worth of building improvements, equipment, fridges, freezers, sushi equipment, office equipment, current stock and merchandise, cash register and debit machine (Interact, Visa, MasterCard) and contract with AG Valley Foods all included in asking price. 3 yr lease left on space @ $1580/ month. Owner asking $19,900.

Summer is just around the corner so act now and get a great start! 250-688-0364.

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

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning. Dry in one hour! Call 250-688-0213. $$ Save $100’s $$ Customized, high quality BLINDS w/lifetime warranty, Commercial or Residential, Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Call a professional today; Free In-Home Consultation 250-349-7507 or 250-342-5749 shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca “Covering the Valley – One Window At A Time” Offer expires July 31, 2010 Shawn’s LBO Autobody Your Fender Bender Mender & The Valley Shine Shop Auto detailing, power polishing, rock chip repair, and more…

Get your boat detailed for summer.

Call Jodi 250-342-9696

services Tile & Slate Installs Journeyman Tilesetter 30+ years experience Custom Steam Rooms, Showers, Floors, and Cultured Stone All work Guaranteed Competitive rates.

Call 250-341-5645.

ODD JOBS ENT HAULING Garbage, brush, and construction disposal.

Mulch deliveries. Call Dale Hunt at 250-342-3569.

Dog Grooming, bathing, nails, ears. Call now to make your appointment, 250-342-6178, leave message.

Red Rock Contracting

Custom installations of interlocking paving-stones, for your patio, driveway, etc.

Retaining wall systems. For estimate call 250-341-6869.

College Student with a Truck is ready to do yard work, mulch hauling & placement, demolition, dump runs, furniture moving, or be the extra set of hands to complete any chore. 250-342-9446.

Bookkeeper Available

36” wide Ditch witch, SK500 for hire w/ stump grinder, Auger (6”, 10”, 24”) 6 way blade, 2 buckets, 14’ dump trailer for clean-up or moving needs, call Dean at 250347-9678.

Experienced in Payroll calculation & remittance, GST/PST remittance, Account Reconciliation & more. Call 250342-7105.

K&C Pick-up will pick-up all your recyclable cans and bottles, free at your location between Radium and Fairmont, including Panorama, call 250-342-9503.

Invermere Deck Specialist, power washing and staining decks, railings, garage doors, etc. For free quotes call Sam, 250-341-5507.

• Phone: 250-341-6299 • Fax: 250-341-6229 • Email: info@cv-pioneer.com • www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

child care

Resort Villa Management located in Fairmont BC is currently seeking individuals to work in our

Looking for an outgoing, mature, and experienced parttime nanny for two young children. Must be flexible with hours. References required.

Please fax resume to 250-3426047.

Housekeeping & Maintenance Departments

help wanted Rocky River Grill is looking for experienced line cooks; pay rate is based on experience and ability. Call Dustin 250-3425271 or 250-342-8885.

Carpenter’s helper wanted, must have some carpentry experience with simple framing, self motivated and ambitious.

Phone 250-342-1354.

Chambers Maid required, full time position, excellent wage, contact Myrna in person at Motel Tyrol, 5016 Highway 93, Radium with resume or phone, 250-347-9402.

Sushi Chef, Fubuki Sushi Invermere, duties include: plan, prep and present Japanese sushi menus for restaurant and catering. Ensure all food meets authentic sushi standards.

Supervise activities of kitchen staff and servers. Demonstrate sushi prep to clientele. F/T, min. 2 years experience and/or training. Wages start at $15/ hr. Contact Cheri Hasburgh at cjen@aol.com or at Fubuki Sushi -315B 3rd Ave, Invermere.

Mercer & Company is looking for a student for a full time summer position. Should be interested in the design industry. Must be creative, mature, pro-active, hard working, and willing to learn. $9.50/hour, apply in person.

These positions are full-time with a 40 hour work week.

Successful candidates will work weekends and possible evenings. Remuneration for room attendants start at $12.05 per hour, for maintenance clerk, will depend upon experience. Qualifications: Team player, self motivated; maintenance clerk will have ability to trouble shoot and make necessary repairs to building needs.

Please send resumes with cover letter and references to: cherrie@fairmontvillas.com or by mail, 5129 Riverview Gate Road, Fairmont BC V0B 1L1

Administrative Assistant I Invermere, BC Kootenay Savings continues to grow as we strive to fulfill our vision: To be the best provider of financial services and the best place to work in the communities we serve.

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

We currently have an opportunity to hire a parttime Administrative Assistant I to provide administrative and marketing support to our Financial Advisor in our successful East Kootenay region.

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

For full details about this position including qualifications and information about how to apply prior to June 30, 2010, please see the Careers Section of our website at www.kscu.com. better. together

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 37

June 25, 2010

Columbia Headwaters Community Forest: Part 3 of 6, a local community forest Submitted by Rick Hoar, Chairman, Columbia Headwaters Community Forest As mentioned in our previous newsletter, a community forest is not just another license to harvest timber for dimensional lumber. Many communities across B.C. have found their community forest to be an exciting new tool for community development.

These forests are being managed socially, ecologically, economically and for spiritual sustainability, which is resulting in both monetary and non-monetary benefits for the community.

Gaining an agreement from the province to have a community forest is not by any means easy. A community must first receive permission from the Minister of Forests. Once a community shows an interest in a community forest, a minimum of three years is invested to secure an agreement. If successful, a community gains the exclusive right to harvest Crown timber and may also be granted the right to manage the area for non-timber forest product. Agreements may be granted for a period of 25 years, which are renewable.

So what is the area being discussed locally? In order to arrive at an area for discussion, five criteria were thought to be important to our community: • Watersheds, that have community importance.

TERRITORY – The proposed forest could stretch from Radium to Canal Flats.

• viewscapes, critical to or highly valued by the community; • fire interface forests, whose management could have significant bearing on community wildfire risk;

Pioneer Classifieds help wanted

help wanted

Prestige Radium Hot Springs requires Housekeeping staff.

Please apply in person with resume, 7493 Main St W

Prestige Radium Hot Springs requires Front Office staff.

Please apply in person with resume. 7493 Main St W.

APPLY NOW Are you an enthusiastic people lover?

Join our team of Demo Professionals in the INVERMERE SOBEYS!!!

Training provided, Most demos run: Fri/Sat 6hrs/day Contact Debbie @ 1-800-567-5699, Ext. 5-1

The Super 8 is looking for an experienced, full time, year round Housekeeper, good wages, benefit package available, drop off resume.

(Editor’s note: This is the third installment of a sixpart series explaining the Columbia Headwaters Community Forest initiative.)

• Phone: 250-341-6299 • Fax: 250-341-6229 • Email: info@cv-pioneer.com • www.columbiavalleypioneer.com KITCHEN CABINET SALES CONSULTANT

First of all – you believe in technology. Second – you want a role in fostering high tech jobs this network can bring to the Valley. With those two guiding principles, you will be ready to maintain the financial side of the business.

With a head full of numbers, preferably some MicroSoft Dynamics – GP experience and post secondary training in accounting or bookkeeping, you will further your career at fibre optic speed.

Reporting to our Group Controller, you are ready to join and strengthen our team with your personality and attention to detail.

If this describes you, email your resume to hr@nanomail.ca.

We will contact qualified applicants.

Housekeeping / front desk position at the Chalet Europe Motel, Radium. Apply in person with resume to Andrea. 250347-9305.

• directly adjacent to the community or for which the community feels a sense of connection and stewardship; • capable of supporting the community’s intended use over the long term.

These five criteria were applied to the land features around all communities from the Radium Hot Springs to Canal Flats, resulting in a study area as shown on the accompanying map. As the communities become engaged through discussions and community meetings, the final size will become clearer.

With the Steering Committee members going out into the communities to talk about a community forest, it is important that key features of community support are established: passion for obtaining an agreement and ultimate management; leadership in all areas; participation by First Nations and non-First Nations local people; a sense of community; pragmatic local knowledge for guidance and historical value; holistic viewpoint.

The next newsletter will deal with governance models. Check us out at www.chwcf.com.

At Invermere Home Hardware Building Centre we not only help our clients build their homes, we help our own associates build their careers. To maintain our position as the leading supplier of building material in the valley, we are committed to hiring, and developing associates who can deliver top notch service. You will find our organization fast paced, fun and rewarding.

If you are the successful applicant you will maintain and grow an existing customer base in our Kitchen Cabinet division, as well, prospect new clients through quoting and follow-ups to ensure our sales goals are met or exceeded.

Turn your creativity loose as you manage and review cabinet layout and design, with inside sales support.

We are looking for a goal oriented person who is the best of the best. If you are looking for more than a job, more than just a paycheck, you are the team player we are looking for.

You will have previous Cabinet Sales experience, and a proven record. You will be able to read blue prints, and visualize creative layouts that appeal to our customers. You must possess the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Computer literacy, and a good grasp of MS Windows, and Office software is a necessity. You must possess a valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record.

If you are this person, please e-mail your resume with a cover letter to info@invermerehardware.com or by fax to 250-342-9744, attention: John van Spankeren, Sales Manager.

Due to an expected large number of respondents, only the most qualified will be contacted for an interview.

38 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

June 25, 2010

The Green Zone: golf carts for crash carts

By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist The Lake Windermere Lions will host the 7th annual Lions Golf Day on July 6th. You can play Copper Point for $60, including a cart. The green fee is the money we get to use. Our dear pal, Gordon Campbell, insisted that he needs his share, but after that, it’s all ours!

This year, the recipient of the entire day’s proceeds will be the Emergency Department of the Invermere Hospital. We are calling this year’s event “Golf Carts for Crash Carts”. Crash carts are storage carts that have emergency medical equipment on them and

can be easily wheeled from one bed to the next in the emergency room. We hope to raise enough money to purchase five or six of these critically important pieces of emergency medical equipment.

No special golfing talent is required. You can play with your friends and enjoy a great time out on the course. There are no special rules nor are there any pressures to perform, except on the three holes where you can win a $5,000 cash prize with a hole-in-one.

All you need to do is this: phone 250-341-3392 and tell Copper Point staff you want to play in Lions Golf Day on July 6th. They will book your tee-time and take your money. Then all you need to do is show up and have fun.

Along with the green fee money, the Lions are generously supported by the local business community by way of hole sponsorship. Over the past six years, you the golfer and our business supporters have helped us raise over $70,000 for various projects we have undertaken such as the Rescue Vehicle and Lions Park on 12th Avenue in Invermere.

Thanks for your support and we sincerely hope to see you at the golf course on July 6th. Let’s all help save a life or two or more.

The Green Zone quote of the week is by Bobby Jones: “The difference between a sand trap and water is the difference between a car crash and an airplane crash.

You have a chance of recovering from a car crash.”

To place your Community Classified call The Pioneer at 250-341-6299 or toll free 1-866-669-9222 classifieds@bccommunitynews.com www.communityclassifieds.ca

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 39

June 25, 2010

Valley Churches

FAITH

Parents are teachers of faith Although my father does not live here in the valley, I want to tell you all that he is my hero.

I grew up in north central Alberta and Dad was always working, it seemed, but I remember that he would spend time with us kid.

When I was a Boy Scout, dad became a Scout Master and we spent time together there as well as at home.

He and Mom would take us camping and I remember my childhood as a time filled with love.

The fifth Commandment is, “Honour your father and mother.”

It follows the Commandment, “Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.”

When I think of my faith life and the absolutely vital part my parents had in forming it, I feel a great sorrow for many young people today who will perhaps never have the opportunity to grow in their faith because parents today are so busy with the work of providing for the family.

Or perhaps the sports leagues are demanding that the kids be at practice instead of going to Sunday ser-

vice.

That was not as common when I was growing up, or maybe I was just told that Church was the priority in this family.

Sports and leisure were important and had their place but very seldom were we allowed to miss Mass.

My dad would miss only because of work, and once I remember that he missed Mass because, as he explained to his mom, he had to put food on the table.

If I remember correctly, Grandma then told him that Mom had received her First Communion that Sunday – I don’t remember him ever missing again.

When I was 18, he and I joined the Knights of Columbus together.

He shared in my joy when I was ordained, first a Deacon and then a Priest.

When I later struggled in my vocation, he was there, with Mom, to support me and help me recover my dignity and self-respect.

You call me Father when we meet. It is my role and obligation to teach the faith at all times.

Like my own father – and yours – I am not perfect in doing it.

But our Father in Heaven uses even those moments of failure and wants you to know that you are his loved, his beloved child from the very moment you were conceived in your mother’s womb.

To my Dad and all fathers, you are your children’s heroes. You are also tasked with being their first teachers in the faith.

I pray for you in this God-given role.

End of Season at…

SUNSATIONS

By Father Jim McHugh Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church

The Briar Patch

Tracy Ferguson would like to welcome her regular clientele and new customers to her new location at Sunsations!

Check out our In-House Specials... Changing daily... today until closing July 5th.

Located just off Burns Ave., Canal Flats Open Daily 9:30 - 5:30

“The Best Kept Secret in the Valley!”

Call for appointment: 250-688-0393

Got an entertainment, sports or news tip?

Give us a call! 250-341-6299

Lake Windermere Alliance Church Sunday, June 27th, 10:30 a.m.: Celebration Sunday.

“Public Relations: Self Control.” Pastor Trevor ministering.

The Lord’s Supper will be served.

K.I.D.S. church for children aged 3 to 12 during the 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.: Worship at All Saints, Edgewater 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Rev. Sandy Ferguson • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.info or www.christchurchtrinity.com Valley Christian Assembly Sharing Truth, Showing Love Sunday 10 a.m.: Worship and Word Kids’ Church provided.

Pastor T. Scott Peterson 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com Roman Catholic Church Sunday: 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyrs Church in Invermere 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium 11:30 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Canal Flats 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.

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