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Bear deaths cause uproar in Radium

By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff Coffee shop talk was abuzz this week after authorities euthanized five habituated black bears in Radium creating a stir among some valley residents.

The decision to shoot the bears came shortly after one of them broke through the plate glass door of Radium’s Petro Canada store around midnight last Monday, September 27th.

All five of the bears had been living in town exclusively, becoming bolder as time passed, said area conservation officer Lawrence Umsonst.

“They had been given a month to get out of town.

It was obvious they weren’t going to leave,” he said.

“They just weren’t moving off. The risk to the public was getting greater and greater.”

Mr. Umsonst attempted to catch the bears in order to euthanize them by setting traps, which proved ineffective. “The traps couldn’t compete with other attractants in the community,” he said.

He then shot the bears at large, warning onlookers beforehand. “Anyone who wanted to come up and talk to me about the bears was invited to do so afterwards as a learning experience.”

The decision to euthanize the bears instead of relocating them was a clear one, Mr. Umsonst said.

“Habituated bears aren’t relocated. They are habituated to looking for food from people. More often, they’ll return to the place they were captured.”

In addition, relocating a bear puts great stress on the animal, and tends to just transfer the problem to another area, he explained. Potential locations for transferred bears are generally the habitat of another bear, which usually results in the death of the outsider, he added.

This year, a grizzly bear that killed nine sheep on the Zehnder Ranch and seven black bears in the valley have been euthanized. The number, Mr. Umsonst said, isn’t alarming or unusual. However, there have been fewer than normal bear-human conflicts in the

SNACK TIME — This black bear was caught munching from an improperly contained compost in Invermere. Available food sources like these resulted in the death of five black bears in Radium last week.

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“We’ve had quite a few light years. Last year was a really light year for bear complaints. I think it’s just progressed over time as the bear population grows.”

One of the main reasons bears are euthanized is a result of improper maintenance of attractants such as garbage, fruit trees, bird feeders, pet food, and compost, Mr. Umsonst said, calling this year’s garbage situation “horrid.”

On Monday, Mr. Umsonst received a report of three vehicles in Fairmont that had been broken into by a bear. Upon arrival, he found a Chevrolet Avalanche with scratch and bite marks. The vehicle was littered with garbage inside, which the bear must have smelled, he said. “One of the most frustrating calls we get is, ‘There’s a bear in my garbage.’

“We’re not hiding the fact that we are euthanizing habituated bears. The onus is on the public to make sure there aren’t any attractants lying around to make

them habituated in the first place. In a perfect world, a bear will wander into town, not get any food, and continue on its way.”

Two Radium girls, Caitlin Fuller, Grade 8, and Karli Servatius, Grade 7, were upset by both the unpicked fruit trees in town and the way the bear situation was handled, so they distributed a petition throughout Radium to demonstrate their displeasure.

“Our goal is to try and change something,” Karli said. “We thought it was really bad how in such a short summer, nobody picked their fruit, since everyone should know the bears come around. And, then, when they got shot we were even more mad about it.”

The girls plan to present their petition to council and fundraise for bear traps, which they hope will promote relocation of bears instead of disposal.

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RCMP Report Submitted by Corporal Brent Ayers Columbia Valley RCMP I, on behalf of the Columbia Valley Detachment of the RCMP, wish to thank everyone for their continued support regarding the drug information being provided to this detachment. We are endeavoring to keep things safe in our shared area of the world here.

Unfortunately I cannot make any promises that it will remain safe so please be careful regardless of which side of the law you are on. In the modern world of cocaine, crack and marijuana someone always owes somebody.

• On September 27th, a complainant attended the Columbia Valley RCMP detachment with a report of theft from gas from his vehicle parked outside his home. This is the fourth time that gas has been stolen.

The suspect is known and police are investigating.

• On September 28th, at 11:47 p.m., members of the Columbia Valley RCMP were dispatched to a single vehicle accident. The collision occurred on Highway 93/95 and Burns Avenue in Canal Flats and involved a small import vehicle. The driver was travelling north, coming around the corner and found himself in the turning lane onto Burns Avenue. The driver was unable to turn back to the proper lane and drove into the median. The vehicle jumped the highway divider and came to a stop on the curb at the North side of the road. The driver was uninjured but the vehicle was severely damaged and was towed away.

Alcohol was not a factor in this incident. The driver was charged for driving over a highway divider.

• On October 1st a complaint was received of overnight damage done to a lamp post in Copper Horn Village, Radium Hot Springs. Marks in the dew made the caller believe that someone had hit the post, causing $300 to $400 damage, before speeding away.

Police noted that marks on the grass indicated a trailer making a left turn in the parking lot had cut too close and hit the light standard. There were no witnesses.

• On October 2nd, officers were dispatched to a break and enter along Capilo Road in Invermere. A store owner reported that the door of his store was kicked in and someone tried to steal gas. It is believed that two older chain saws may have been taken. The damage is estimated at $200. If anyone has any information, contact the10.25” RCMP xquoting 1.8” file 2010-2670.

• On October 2nd, 2010, police stopped a driver who had been drinking, issuing an immediate driving ban. The man was discovered to have a bag of marijuana in his pocket which was subsequently dealt with by officers.

• On October 2nd, RCMP stopped a car on Westside Road near Radium Hot Springs, as the driver and occupants had open liquor. A small amount of marijuana was noted along with a registered rifle without a license. Violation tickets were issued and the rifle siezed and returned to the registered owner.

• On October 2nd, officers were dispatched to a disturbance call at 7th Ave and 13th Street in Invermere. Two people reported men arguing outside and were concerned a fight would break out.

The subject of the complaints left in a black Chevrolet truck which was stopped on Athalmer Road. Investigators noted the odor of liquor and other signs of intoxication and breathalized the driver. An immediate roadside driving ban was issued and the vehicle towed and impounded.

• On October 3rd, at approximately 6:25 p.m. a two vehicle collision occurred in Invermere. A 1987 GMC truck was traveling northbound on 10th Avenue and went through a yield sign at 13th Street striking a 2005 Toyota Sienna that was traveling westbound on 13th Street.

The truck slowed for the yield sign but failed to yield for the Toyota which had the right-of-way. The truck hit the Toyota then ran into a stop sign. Luckily there were no injuries. The unlicensed driver of the truck was issued a violation ticket for not having a license and failing to yield.

• On October 5th, the Columbia Valley RCMP were notified that over the weekend gas had been syphoned out of a vehicle at the District of Invermere public works yard. The gas cap had been removed and gas syphoned out. The Columbia Valley RCMP are investigating this and other theft of gas complaints.

• On October 1st, Trans Canada East Traffic Services of the Golden RCMP were driving in the Columbia Valley area on Highway 93/95 near Bench Road in Windermere. Members conducted a traffic stop that resulted in a drunk driving charge for a local man. He was arrested and lodged in cells and released in the morning when sober.

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Invermere farmers’ market changes hands

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff After 10 years of running the Invermere farmers’ market, founders Eva Coles and Rosemary Oaks are stepping aside for a new organizer to take charge.

Stall holder and market regular Julia Oaks, Julia Oaks Rosemary’s daughter, is excited to take the reins of next year’s market, held each Saturday morning in downtown Invermere.

Selected from five candidates, Julia hopes to keep the homemade, local produce the focus which has made the market so popular to locals and visitors throughout the last decade.

“Well if it’s not broken then don’t fix it,” she said.

“I want to keep the market with the make, bake or grow philosophy and continue helping local artisans and farmers; it’s good they have a time to shine.”

Julia’s knowledge and experience at the market

over the last two summers, and the continued support of Eva and Rosemary, should stand her in good stead to run the bustling market.

Attracting hundreds of visitors each week in the summer, the stalls offer fresh produce, local artwork and handcrafted goods. The majority of goods sold at the market are made or grown locally.

And despite these troubled financial times, demand seems to be greater than ever for locally grown and sourced fruit and vegetables, canned and baked goods and artwork.

“We had a very successful summer once again,” said Eva Coles, market co-founder. “It was busy every weekend and our vendors were reporting good sales.

People still need to eat and need something to do, plus there’s free entertainment as well, with musicians there most weekends.”

The Invermere farmers’ market continues to grow.

Starting out with just a dozen vendors, it is now up to more than 55 a week.

Rosemary visited farmers’ markets when she was growing up in Ontario and dreamed up the idea of a local market in 1999. By 2000 she had met Eva, and the duo embarked on what would be a 10-year adventure together.

Choosing someone to take over the market they have nurtured for so long was a challenge, with some candidates dropping out when they discovered the level of work involved.

In the end it was Julia’s experience and dedication which put her ahead of the pack.

“We originally founded the market to highlight the Kootenays and B.C. and I think we have come a long way,” Eva explained.

“It is still in good hands and we want to reassure everyone it isn’t going anywhere. We are really excited for Julia to take charge.”

And Julia’s work has already begun, with vendors starting to register for the market a full year in advance — earlier than ever before.

She will now take over the task of promoting and maintaining the market, registering vendors and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

“I know it will be a lot of work, but I’m looking forward to it,” Julia added. “I want to continue to move the market forward. I definitely have some big shoes to fill, but I know Rosemary and Eva are there to watch my back.

“It is really important to me to keep the same philosophy which made this market such a success.”

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Thank you for being a friend

By Brian Geis Pioneer Editor

In the run-up to Thanksgiving this week, Pioneer reporter Kelsey Verboom conducted an informal, random, telephone survey to find out what people are most thankful for this year.

Almost all of the respondents, she said, listed their friends among the things for which they are thankful.

Peter Magee of Invermere said, “I am thankful that I have awesome friends and live in such a beautiful place.”

Fran Kimpton of Windermere said, “I’m thankful for good health, good friends, and a wonderful son that helps me and my husband whenever he can.”

Mary Matheson of Canal Flats stated simply, “I’m thankful for friends.”

It’s little wonder.

This year, we’ve seen just how important friends can be. Time and again, valley residents have rallied around their friends in times of need.

I have a tendency to neglect my friends, perhaps leaving them to wonder if they are my friends at all.

I am also one of those people who find it difficult to ask friends for help, forgetting it is one way to remind people you count them as a friend and count on them in times of need.

However, I am thankful for my friends this thanksgiving and I don’t have a problem thanking them.

This year, I am especially grateful to my friends Jon and Vanessa, who have gone above and beyond the call of duty.

I am also thankful for my family, my extended family, my co-workers, and my community who have made this the best year so far. And there have been a lot of good ones.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Ready for the thresher A Kelowna-based Department of Agriculture representative named Smith snapped this shot, circa 1950, of 81-year-old Henry M. Cooper (also known as Harry) resting on his cane and scythe after sheaving a field of wheat on the Burnais Ranch in Windermere. If you have any more information about this image, please e-mail us at news@ cv-pioneer.com.

Photo (C658) courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Mistaken identity is sloppy journalism Dear Editor:

I’d like to think the stories I read in the Pioneer are researched to print the truth.

In your July 30th edition, you conveyed a story of pioneer lady, Mrs. H. Williams. On August 13, the great-granddaughter wrote that the picture portrayed was not her great-grandmother, Mrs. Williams. I have, on loan, the book, Voices of British Columbia, by Robert Budd, from which you quote the story.

The photo, a couple of pages earlier, you claim is Mrs. Williams is named Mrs. James Douglas, nee Amelia Connelly, 1865. This confusion is caused by careless journalism.

Joy Bond Invermere Editor’s note: The photo we erroneously identified as Mrs. Williams was provided to us by the publisher’s publicist without identification along with the story about Mrs. Williams prior to the release of the book.

Indeed, we carelessly assumed it was a photo of Mrs. Williams and apologize for the confusion.

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LETTERS

Radium should budget for bears Dear Editor: Last Tuesday, in Radium Hot Springs, we had three murders. Others might call them necessary killings but, the truth is, a poor sow and her two cubs — who were shot down in the park in broad daylight — had been situated there for almost a month.

There were no attempts to remove them in a more humane way during that time.

It seems the mayor and town council were quite content to do nothing before it came to killing. The fact that everyday-people were snapping pictures, shows just how restrained that mother bear was.

I was informed there is no budget for black bears. Maybe we could have a budget for compassion.

In Radium, we have a budget for a new outdoor gym at the end of the park, poop bag receptacles for dogs all over town, and money for festivities in the park, but no cash for a few tranquilizers. Obviously, there is no money for gas to pull the bear trap out of town.

People come from all over the world

to see our wildlife. We seem to embrace nature at the height of the tourist season. It makes us money, but if it becomes the least bit inconvenient, the words are: “shoot the bears” or “shoot the deer.”

Yes, people are to blame for not cleaning up garbage and fruit from their trees but, in this case, it seems some of the worst offenders didn’t clean up their discarded fruit until after the bears were dead: a little late.

I have two hopes in writing this letter: [1] that, next year, the mayor and council will not be as apathetic as they were this year; and [2] that all of you Facebook people and bloggers put the word out to the world how B.C. treats one of its natural resources.

Do we really want to be known as the province that slaughters mass amounts of black bears every year?

I would also like to know what happens to the bear carcasses? How are they disposed? Is anything removed from the bodies beforehand?

Nicole Hager Radium Hot Springs

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LETTERS Children outraged by killing of bears Dear Editor: We, the children of the Columbia Valley, are outraged with the way conservation officers handled the bears here in our communities. Our responsibility as residents of the valley is to live peacefully with the living things in this area.

Bears have come into town before without us having to take these extreme measures. It’s almost a routine for the bears of the valley to end up in town at some point in the year. The conservation officer who shot the bears in Radium did not take notice of the community park.

We would like to speak for the children of the valley by saying that we were offended that, instead of addressing the issue of bears being in town when it first

started, they allowed the animals to stay for a month before they tried anything.

We suggest that anyone with fruit trees pick the fruit so this incident does not happen again next year. People who choose not to pick their fruit should be fined.

The people of the valley should set an example for the next generation by understanding that the unnecessary slaughtering of a species should be stopped.

Therefore, we would like to start a petition to gather signatures showing the community is not impressed and the need for changes to be made.

Caitlin Fuller, Grade 8 Karli Servatius, Grade 7 Radium Hot Springs

B.C. interior people support an NDP MLA Dear Editor: The October 1st letter from D.A. of Calgary regarding the September 17th letter from Mark Shmigelsky completely misses the point.

The current minority Conservative federal government under the thumb of the Noble Leader, who might equally well be described as Pinocchio for one quality of his veracity, has steadily mismanaged the taxpayers money over the past several years.

Oh, Jiminy Cricket, where are you when we need you!

We “Interior B.C. people” have no intention of coming into Alberta either to live or to shop.

Indeed, many of us have lived pre-

viously in Alberta, and infinitely prefer living in this valley.

It also appears the letter writer is unaware of the Alberta MLA Rachel Notley and her many supporters.

We trust that D.A., although prepared to read the Columbia Valley Pioneer, does not live or even have a second home here?

We support an NDP MLA here — who serves us all well whatever our political persuasion — and expect to have our federal representative MP as an NDP after the next election, Mark Shmigelsky no less.

Shirley Campbell (an unrepentant fourth-generation socialist) Invermere

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David Thompson grad turned Dalhousie pre-med scholar, Braydi Rice, was recently awarded a youth bursary by the Canadian Cancer Society. Columbia Valley Unit Past President Rosemary Clarke presented a cheque to the unit’s nominee while vacationing out east. In addition to other volunteer work, Ms. Rice served as Youth Chair of Relay for Life three years in a row.

“She was quick to volunteer when needed and showed great respect for her co-workers,” Ms. Clarke said. “Braydi has a happy outlook and positive attitude for any project she takes on. She was always very AWARDED — Rosemary Clarke presents Braydi Rice a reliable and has excellent leadership skills.

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

Valdy Juno Award-winning folk musician, Valdy, will perform at Bud’s Bar and Lounge on Wednesday, October 18th at 8:30 p.m. The Canadian singer, songwriter, and guitarist has been part of the national music scene for more than 30 years, and has composed hits for artists like Quincy Jones and Steppenwolf.

He is best known for his 1970’s hit, Rock and Roll Song. Tickets are $20.

For more information, call 250-342-5873.

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African Kazuri Jewelry Sale Saturday October 9 at Pynelogs Tickets at One Hour Photo

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

Movie Review: The Killer Inside Me Reviewed by Dave Sutherland I’ve been a fan of Jim Thompson’s often bizarre and twisted, 1950s and ‘60s suspense novels since Black Lizard publishing began re-issuing them about twenty years ago.

Previous film adaptations of Thompson’s novels include The Getaway (1972 and 1993), The Killer Inside Me (1976), The Grifters (1990), and After Dark, My Sweet (1990), and they are all worth watching. Michael Winterbottom’s latest re-make of The Killer Inside Me is an outstanding addition to that list.

You couldn’t ask for a better cast. There’s Casey Afleck as Texan Sheriff Lou Ford, Jessica Alba as Joyce, a blackmailing hooker with a heart of coal, and Kate Hudson as Amy, the “good” girl who loves Lou. Sup-

porting roles are filled by a host of fine actors, including Ned Beatty, Simon Baker, and Elias Koteas.

The west Texas-Oklahoma border country setting is true to Thompson’s work and is perfectly exploited by the movie’s cinematographer, Marce Zyskind, who wrings an atmosphere of despair from the sundrenched, rolling prairie.

The story is typical Thompson; Sheriff Lou Ford is everybody’s friend, a real good old boy kind of fellow. The only problem is, something’s broken inside of him. When the pressures of everyday life build up Lou just has to relieve them by killing someone.

Lou Ford, like a lot of Jim Thompson’s protagonists, is an unabashed psycho, and when he conspires with a whore to blackmail a rich client, he sets in motion a nightmarish chain of events that eventually re-

sults in his own downfall.

Suspense fans will revel in the twists and turns Lou’s story takes. I thought this was a great film, and it would be nice if this inspires a few people to search out Thompson’s work.

However, I’d be remiss if I didn’t offer one caveat; there are a couple of scenes of explicit and brutal violence in The Killer Inside Me, that, while true to the story’s tone, are definitely not for the faint of heart. Be warned.

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Music • visual arts • dining • Bar Scene • entertainment • performance ARTS Monday, October 11th:

Out & About

• 1 p.m.: Grand Opening of the Old Coach Trail; ribbon cutting, walk/run, refreshments! Meet at the Dry Gulch Trailhead Kiosk, 7.2 km north of the Invermere Crossroads. For info contact Columbia River Greenways Alliance.

• 1:30 p.m.: Carpet Bowling at Invermere Seniors (50 plus) Club. For info: 250-342-9893.

• 6:30 p.m.: Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors (50 plus) Club. For info: 250-342-9893.

Tuesday, October 12th:

Please call 250-341-6299 or e-mail us at info@cv-pioneer.com to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication.

We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event. Please limit your submission to 30 words. Priority is given to one-off events, so weekly events may run rarely.

Toby Theatre • October 8th - 9th, 7:30 p.m.: Nanny McPhee returns.

• October 13th -16th, 7:30 p.m.: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice • October 20th - 23rd, 7:30 p.m.: Despicable Me Friday, October 8th: • 2:30 - 4 p.m.: 16th Annual Seniors-Meet-Seniors Harvest Tea at David Thompson Secondary School.

Join the graduating Cook Training classes for tea and coffee, delicious food, and great conversation.

Complimentary to Seniors of the Columbia Valley.

For info: 250-342-9213 ext. 110.

Saturday, October 9th: • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Steel sculptor Greg Metz will be at the Artym Gallery. For info visit www.artymgallery. com or call: 250-342-7566.

• 1 - 4 p.m.: African Kazuri Bead Jewellery Sale at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. For info: 250-342-4423.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Kootenay Legends entertain in the Skookum Family Restaurant at the Skookum Inn. For info: 250-341-3336.

Sunday, October 10th: • 12:30 p.m.: Registration commences for Turkey Shoot at Rauch Homestead Range, sponsored by Lake Windermere District Rod and Gun Club.

Suitable for novice through expert, anyone can win.

Shotguns only. Firearms and ammo available on site.

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• 1 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Creston Valley Cats at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

• 12 noon: Radium Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting and Fun Golf Tournament. Please note this event has been changed from October 19th to October 12th. For info: 250-347-9331.

• 1:30p.m.: Floor Curling at Invermere Seniors’ (50 plus) Club. For info: 250-342-9893.

Wednesday, October 13th: • 1 - 2:15 p.m.: Free seniors’ tea with live music at the Invermere Public Library. Free bus pick-up and drop-off at Columbia Garden Village and Lakeview Manor. For more info: 250-342-6416.

• 7 p.m.: Results from the Edgewater Community Vision and Economic Revitalization Survey will be presented at the Edgewater Community Hall. For info: Call RDEK, Shannon Moskal, 250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335.

• 8:30 p.m.: Valdy performs at Bud’s Bar and Lounge.

Tickets are $20 per person. For info: 250-342-5873.

Thursday, October 14th: • 6:30 - 8 p.m.: Registration for Friends Club. Fun Night for the whole family at Lake Windermere Alliance Church. For info: 250-342-9535.

• 7 p.m.: The War on Democracy, a powerful, hardhitting and timely film will be shown at David Thompson Secondary School Theatre. Admission by donation. Brought to you by Council of Canadians, Columbia Valley Chapter, in cooperation with the College of the Rockies. For info : 250-342-7252.

• 1 p.m.: Drop-in bridge and other games at Invermere Seniors (50 plus) Club. For info: 250342-9893.

Saturday, October 16th: • Local Harvest Dinner at Eagle Ranch. Proceeds go

to Columbia Valley Botanical Garden and Centre for Sustainable Living. Tickets are $69 at Spring Health Foods and Eagle Ranch.

• 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Golden Rockets at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

For info: www.rockieshockey.com.

Monday, October 18th: • Roaring Women Business Group meet for dinner at Portabella. The topic is financial health. Tickets must be pre-purchased before Monday, October 18th. Contact Jackie for tickets: 250-347-9199 or jrlysak@winalite.ca.

• 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: PAP and Manicure night at Invermere Health Unit. Call for info 250-688-6787.

Tuesday, October 19th: • 6:30 p.m.: Doors open to Octoberfest at the Old Salzburg. five-piece Austrian band, Die Atterseer.

Admission $36. Reservations required. For info: 250-347-6553.

• 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Kimberley Dynamiters at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For info: www.rockieshockey.com.

Wednesday, October 20th: • 6:00 p.m.: Free Workshop at the Invermere Public Library. “What will you do with your one wild and precious life?” with keynote speaker Dr. Tom Ristimaki. Call 250-342-6416 or visit invermere. bclibrary.ca for more info.

Friday, October 22nd: • Join Alex Fong, watercolour artist from the Artym Gallery at Eagle Ranch Restaurant for an exhibition and painting demonstration. For reservations please call Eagle Ranch: 250-342-6560 or 1-877-8773889.

Saturday, October 23rd: • Solo Exhibition by watercolour artist Alex Fong at Artym Gallery. For info: www.artymgallery.com or 250-342-7566.

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Rocky River Grill prepares Thanksgiving feast Although the turkeys can be prepared in advance, the staff will have a busy morning, peeling and preparing 250 pounds of vegetables and vats of mashed potatoes for hungry After a week of roasting turkeys and bulkdiners. buying vegetables, the staff of the Rocky River “Last year the whole restaurant was full,” Grill are in a giving mood for the holidays.

Justin explained. “The breakfast room was For the second year in a row they will be stuffed with people and outside too and now hosting a by-donation Thanksgiving dinner word is out we’re expecting it to be even bigger for the community, with all proceeds going to this time.” the Columbia Valley Food Bank.

The event is being aided by local businessAfter the success of last year’s inaugural es who are sponsoring the cost, with many of event, this Thanksgiving meal will be even bigger and better, with 25 turkeys, 500 pounds of their employees also volunteering their time to help clear tables and wash dishes. The restaupotatoes and 130 cans of cranberry sauce. rant staff are also donating their time.

“The response last year was really good: we Diners can donate either by anonymously had over 500 people,” said Justin Atterbury, slipping money into one of the envelopes on one of the Rocky River Grill’s owners. “We TURKEY DINNER — Staff of Invermere’s Rocky River Grill have been each table or by bringing non-perishable items managed to raise over $1,500 for the food working hard for the past week to prepare for the restaurant’s second combank and there were seven huge containers full for the food bank. munity Thanksgiving meal on October 11th. Pictured (left to right): Jessica “The most important thing is getting evof donated food as well.”

Sweetman, Rebecca Penno and Justin Atterbury of Rocky River Grill. eryone fed,” Justin added. “It’s an opportunity The Grill’s staff will be pulling out all the Photo by Kate Irwin for people to have Thanksgiving dinner who stops to prepare a full Thanksgiving meal, with might have nowhere else to go, or just if you all the trimmings, for both lunch and dinner tions have been underway at the restaurant all week, on Monday, October 11th. with a round-the-clock turkey roasting schedule keep- want to support the food bank ... Thanksgiving is all about food, so it really ties in with helping them.”

The meal will run from 2 to 9 p.m. and prepara- ing the ovens filled.

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Steel sculpture show at the Artym Gallery Submitted by Deanna Barrington Artym Gallery This Saturday, October 9th, everyone is welcome to come down to the Artym Gallery and meet steel sculptor Greg Metz. He’ll be at the gallery on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and has created several new sculptures, including a couple which are musically themed and several boat pieces.

Greg started his work in steel 40 years ago when he took a welding class in Vancouver. He worked with the metal from that day forward, including spending time working in shipyards, working with heavy-duty steel and building boats.

“I’m returning to my roots,” Greg said. “I just realized it in the last year or so; after all these years, I’m back to building ships again.”

In the past Greg has created a lot of his work based from doing sketches of designs. The trick to this approach is engineering those two dimensional sketches into a three dimensional sculpture that is proportional, balanced, and beautiful.

While his decades of experience working with steel are a great asset in this aspect, Greg has recently taken a new approach in his sculpture. He will start working on a piece of steel, will build part of the sculpture, and will then step back, take a look at it and then decide where it will go.

“This freestyle technique gives me the freedom and the flexibility to get part way into a piece before deciding how I am going to finish it,” he explained.

Greg worked in stainless steel quite a bit in his earlier careers as well – when building restaurants and designing custom homes he utilized the material for a lot of functional work. This experience led him to rule out stainless steel in his sculpture.

“There is a lot more flexibility when you are working with pure steel,” he said. “It’s how you cut it, how you weld it, the equipment you need. The colour is what sets my work apart, and stainless steel won’t take any colour at all.”

The colouring of his work takes a great deal of finesse. Greg doesn’t use pigments, paints or anything other than his oxy-acetylene torch to create the myriad of colours in his work, he simply makes minute adjustments to the pressure, heat and gaseous mixture in his torch.

When asked why he doesn’t create functional steel pieces, Greg responded, “It isn’t the same. A table and a set of chairs might look great, but it doesn’t have the music or the humour that you can create in a fantasy piece.”

Take this opportunity to meet an incredible steel sculptor and enjoy some of his musical and humorous new pieces. Greg Metz will be at the Artym on Thanksgiving Saturday and will be happy to chat and answer any questions you might have.

See his works online at www.artymgallery.com.

STEELY — Artwork by steel sculptor Greg Metz will be on display at the Artym Gallery on Saturday, October 9th. Each piece is hand-cut with an oxy-acetylene torch, which is also used to heat, curve and colour his works.

Above: One of Greg’s new musically themed pieces, entitled Maestro. Above, left: one of Greg’s smaller, 13-inch pieces, entitled Puppy.

Photos submitted

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GOBBLE GOBBLE ­— Thanksgiving dinner is no longer limited to the typical turkey/potato/vegetable combination.

The ways to prepare turkeys and vegetables are forever evolving as diners’ culinary imaginations soar.

Photo by Kelsey Verboom

Not-so-traditional turkey dinner trends de-boned

By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff Gone are the days when rubbery, sweaty-tasting Brussels sprouts make a mandatory appearance at Thanksgiving dinner. The traditional holiday feast has morphed into a non-conventional smorgasbord of options, from tofurkey to a barbecued bird.

This year, the newest fowl fad is the turducken, a gluttonous combination of de-boned turkey, duck, and chicken.

Like a stack of Russian nesting dolls, a chicken is stuffed inside a duck, which is then packed inside a turkey. Stuffing is often pushed between each layer, resulting in giant slices of bird meat resembling the alternating rings of an aged tree stump.

The behemoth of a bird (usually 20 pounds or more) will require around four days to defrost, and eight to nine hours in the oven, so clear the roasting racks.

To keep your oven free and clear for roasting veggies, another turkey-cooking option is barbecuing your bird.

While the size of your turkey will be limited by the size of your barbecue, properly cooking your bird on the grill results in extra-moist meat. Oiling the turkey beforehand will lock in moisture and keep the skin from burning.

Cooking the turkey evenly requires a bit of precision, as you should only heat half the grill and cook on the other half for indirect heat, flipping the bird part-

way through, but the juicy result is worth the work.

And barbecuing your turkey doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice gravy — because the heat source comes from the side, a roasting pan can be placed under the turkey to catch gravy-making drippings.

If the barbecue doesn’t appeal, another increasingly popular method is to deep-fry your turkey.

Each year, Thanksgiving newscasts across North America are spattered with reports of deep-frying gone wrong, so don’t cook your dinner this way without a safety-conscious approach. Properly measuring the oil, making sure your frying vessel is tightly secured, and cooking outdoors are musts.

That being said, flash cooking in hot oil seals in the turkey’s juices and seasoning, making for extra flavourful mouthfuls.

If the thought of tryptophan-packed turkey makes your stomach roll, there’s no reason the not-so-traditional Thanksgiving dinner can’t be an all-vegetable ordeal.

“I think Thanksgiving is a really good opportunity to be healthy and not be deprived at all,” said Spring Hawes of Spring Health Foods in Invermere.

Just because your dinner may be vegetarian doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste, Spring said. Aim for rich harvest flavours typical of autumn, like roasted butternut squash and apple soup, or quinoa loaf with nutmeg.

Whatever your Thanksgiving feasting pleasure, thinking outside the roasting pan could result in tasty combinations you’ve never considered.

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Windermere gypsum mine wins reclamation award on September 22 at a banquet celebrating excellence in mine reclaCertainTeed Gypmation as part of the sum of Canada, which 34th Annual B.C. Recoperates the gypsum lamation Symposium in mine in the hills east of Courtenay, B.C. by the Windermere, was awardBritish Columbia Teched a Quarry Reclamation nical and Research ComCitation by the Mining mittee on Reclamation.

Association of B.C. Other winners of CertainTeed was one this year’s award include AWARD — Jerry Kohorst, centre, of the Windermere of five recipients hon• B.C. Jake McDonmining operation, accepts a reclamation award from oured in the Mining Asald Mine Reclamation Pierre Gratton (MABC), left, and Al Hoffman (Chief sociation’s 2009 Mine Award was awarded to Inspector of Mines), right.

Photo submitted Reclamation Awards Lehigh Materials, Sechprogram. elt mine.

“Mine reclamation is a critical aspect of our busi• Metal Mining Reclamation Citation awarded to ness,” said Pierre Gratton, President of Mining Asso- Northgate Minerals Corporation, Kemess South. ciation, “and it is with great pleasure that we congrat• Coal Mining Reclamation Citation awarded to ulate all the winners this year and applaud them for Teck Coal Limited, Elkview Operations. demonstrating the strong commitment to reclamation • Mineral Exploration Reclamation Citation that exists in our industry. awarded to Alpha Gold Corporation, Lustdust.

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FREE ENTREPRENEURSHIP TRAINING for Aboriginal People Aboriginal BEST (Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Training) runs for 6 weekends starting October 30th.

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Free Aboriginal business course Submitted by the Kootenay Aboriginal Business Advocates Society

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The Kootenay Aboriginal Business Advocates Society is hosting a series of workshops in Cranbrook, designed to help Aboriginal people identify, analyze and develop business ideas.

The Aboriginal Business Entrepreneurship Skills Training Program has been delivered in many communities in B.C. over the past six years, and the Society is pleased to work with Bruce Lacroix, Provincial Coordinator for the third year running.

The program is a free training series offered to Aboriginal people of all ages, status or not, who are interested in becoming self-employed or starting their own business or are in the early stages of their business.

It consists of 12 sessions of business start-up training and research, group sessions and one-on-one business coaching, and free workbooks and business resources. Guest presentations will be made by local Aboriginal and small business experts.

25 participants can take part in the training program programs in each community. Each participant receives course materials, free coaching, and a light lunch during each day of training. Childcare subsidies may be made available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Participants will learn skills, steps and resources necessary to turn business concepts into reality. Graduates will understand how, why and when their venture will be ready for market, and how best to proceed to build a foundation where success is their future.

An information and orientation session will be held Tuesday, October 19th at 6:00 pm at the Cranbrook Public Library. The program will run 6 weekends to December 19th, with the first sessions scheduled for October 30th and 31st.

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Bighorn sheep return to highway

By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff Every year when the leaves turn autumn orange, Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep return from their summer alpine hideaways and set up residence in and around Radium Hot Springs.

This time of year is the traditional rutting season for sheep when males hurl themselves at each other and clash their curled horns in a battle for breeding rights. It’s an exciting time, but it also signals the start of a dangerous season for the herd as they begin to spend more time along the highway.

Roadside fatalities plague the bighorn sheep each year. The herd is currently estimated to be around 150 strong, and last year, 10 sheep fell victim to strikes or kills on the highway.

The number of animals hit each year has fluctuated between 9 and 16 since 2002. As the size of the herd oscillates with varying birth and death rates and behaviour, so too does the number of roadside fatalities.

“It’s quite possible that numbers are approaching around 10 percent of the herd each year. That’s a lot for a population of wild animals to sustain,” said Parks Canada Wildlife Specialist, Alan Dibb, who monitors the sheep each year. “My opinion is that 150 is not a bad number for the herd … but certainly we’d be concerned if it got much lower.”

In response to the number of sheep being hit, the Village of Radium Hot Springs installed four solarpowered flashing signs — two on the Mile Hill south

of Radium, and two north of the four-way stop — to warn drivers of the animals’ presence.

The village shared the $14,610 cost of the signs with the ICBC Road Improvement Program and the Radium Chamber of Commerce. The signs were installed in February of 2009, and are currently on a three-year trial period to test their effectiveness.

However, due to the ever-changing behaviour of the sheep, pinpointing the success of the signs is difficult. A full calendar year hasn’t passed since the signs were erected, so there aren’t yet statistics available for 2010, but even then, the numbers don’t tell the entire story, Mr. Dibb said.

“Last winter the sheep seemed to use the Redstreak restoration area more than other winters. They probably spent less time on the Mile Hill because of that, but we don’t know if that will continue to be the pattern in other years.”

Also, not all the vehicle-related kills occur on the signed portions of the highway, Mr. Dibb pointed out.

Predators, weather, and the current composition of the herd all play an additional role in determining how much time the animals spend on the highway, which affects the possibilities of roadside fatalities.

“It’s hard to tease out the precise effect of any one kind of management action we take because there is just so much variability,” Mr. Dibb said.

The yellow flashing signs remain off during the summer while the sheep are gone, but have now been turned back on for the fall and winter season to help remind drivers to slow down and watch for sheep running suddenly across the road.

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October 8, 2010

PAP Test and Manicure Night at OPT Options for Sexual Health (OPT) will be holding two PAP nights (October 18th and November 15th), to give women an opportunity to have their Cervix screened for abnormal cells that can lead to cervical cancer. Women should be tested every year for three years after they start having sexual relations. Once a woman has tested negative for three years in a row, screening every two years is all that is needed. Most women diagnosed with cervical cancer in BC in the year 1999 had not had a Pap test in the past three years. Evidence shows that women who have been screened regularly will have a very low risk of developing cervical cancer.

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talk to a volunteer or OPT nurse about sexual health decisions, birth control information and prescriptions, Sexually Transmissible Infection (STI) counselling, in addition to having a PAP or STI test. All information is kept strictly confidential!

Call the new OPT number for further information or to book a PAP test – 250-688-6787 (OPTS). No appointments necessary for non-PAP visits.

October 18th and Nov. 15th a physician will be available for PAP and STI testing. Clinic nurses and volunteers will be available for regular appointments. Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm at the Invermere Health Unit 850, 10th Ave.

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Tucked against a mountainside in Kootenay National Park is an unlikely heartshaped natural formation known locally as the Heart of the Rockies. A waterfall cuts straight down the middle, dividing two equal-sized slides that join to make an almost perfect heart. The hillside wonder is visible from Highway 93 on the right-hand side, just a few kilometres north of the Settler’s Road turnoff.

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Dinner starts at 5:00 pm. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 250.347.9311 or visiting our Front Desk.

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Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund Request For Proposals The East Kootenay Conservation Program and Regional District of East Kootenay are seeking proposals for projects that will benefit conservation in the area from Canal Flats to Spillimacheen utilizing the Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund. You must review the Terms of Reference for the Fund prior to applying - go to www.ekcp. ca and click on Local Conservation. Particularly relevant is Section 8, Fund Design. An application form is available as a download and must be used to apply.

Up to $300,000 is available for conservation projects that will result in reduction to a known threat to biodiversity. Proposals that are technically sound and effective, and provide value for money through partnerships with other funders, will have priority.

Proponents must be a registered non-profit organization, local government, or First Nations band. Unqualified groups or organizations may partner with a qualified organization. Multi-year projects are acceptable to a maximum of three years. A Technical Review Committee will review submissions and make recommendations to the RDEK Board of Directors for final funding approval.

Closing date for project submissions is October 29, 2010. Projects specific to land acquisition or conservation covenants may be submitted at any time during the year.

Project proposals must be submitted in writing to: Wayne Stetski, Manager East Kootenay Conservation Program 1543 Mt. Fisher Crescent Cranbrook, BC V1C 7J6

Phone: 250 581-1122 Fax: 250 489-8506 email: info@ekcp.ca

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Valley PIONEER

Meet valley pioneer Lawrence Sholinder married Alex MacKay, living in Windermere; Arlee Romane runs Windermere Valley Child Care Center; Ralph married Kelly and they live Lawerence Sholinder was born in Maidin Grand Forks and twins Larry and Linda. stone, Saskatchewan on August 5th, 1924 of Larry married Aline and they live in Windsecond-generation Scandinavian immigrant ermere. Linda Byman lives in Invermere. parents born in Minnesota, who came to CanThe family moved around a bit, back to the ada because of good land prices around 1898. farm for three years and then lived in Sundre for The 86-year-old was raised on the wheat three more. They came to the valley for a holiday and mixed farming family property. His mother in 1951 and never left. died when he was 11 and as the oldest of five “It was Violet who liked it here,” Lawrence children he had to start helping both in the farm explained. She never liked living in Sundre. She and household chores at the age of 12. told me later she wouldn’t have gone back.”

The younger children were sent to live with They had relatives to stay with, Robin and relatives. The next child was a girl, Elsie, with Pearl Hickson who later returned to live in Sasnot much experience in housekeeping. “I did kachewan. The family arrived here on a Satura lot of the housework,” Lawrence explained. day afternoon and Monday morning Lawrence “Though girls came in from time to time to help started to work for Lloyd Wilder. out.”

They stayed with the Hickson’s until they Lawrence had to pick rocks out of the soil bought property in Windermere. At first they and hated it. “I called them Leverites. Leave ‘er ran it as a small mixed farm with pigs, chickright there,” he joked. ens, cows, horses and sheep. “Once you’ve been The Second World War began when he was a farmer it’s hard to get away from it,” Lawrence 15 and also at this time his father became sick said. with tuberculosis. He had to go to Prince AlThen they built Shadybrook Resort on their bert, 250 miles away to a sanatorium to recover land, starting it as a campground in 1955. It and was gone a long time, leaving Lawrence to could accommodate 100 tenters at $1 per site, look after the farm.

Lawrence said. He wryly recalled thinking it He says Elsie helped out with the housework would be easy money, but it wasn’t. but he did most of the cooking. The school was They sold Shadybrook in 1970 to daughter two miles away and Lawrence jokes it was “up- ROCK SOLID — Lawrence Sholinder has lived in the Columbia Val- Georgina and her husband who operated it and ley since 1951, opening Shadybrook Resort, Sholinder & McKay Exca- then in 1998 they sold it to their son Michael hill both ways.”

There were times he and Elsie trudged vating and his rock s which has sold handmade rock carvings, clocks and Dubois who runs it to this day.

Photo submitted through banks of snow to get to school and jewellery since 1990.

Lawrence had already started Sholinder & when they arrived no one else was there so they McKay Excavating by the time of the sale. “I had to turn around and go home. horses, just save yourself if the ice ever breaks.” had to have a machine to dig basements, cause He quit school at the age of 15 in grade eight, Lawrence’s wife-to-be, Violet Trasker was born there was none around,” he explained. He built a “There was no sense me going. I wasn’t going to learn on a farm near Maidstone. She had gone to eastern number of houses and installed sewer systems. anymore,” he explained.

Canada to work but returned to the Maidstone area He also went into the gravel business, purchasing Lawrence had tried to join the military to help in and they became a couple. They had seen each other gravel trucks. He still owns the business but son Larry the war effort but they refused him because he was too about but Lawrence says it was when he saw her in a does the excavating and Alex MacKay does the sand young and had a hernia. The army told him he was blue dress at a dance that he really noticed her. and gravel. needed to work in essential services, such as logging They married though they had no money, but Lawrence built the house he still lives in, moving and paper, so at the age of 18, in 1944, Lawrence went that wasn’t a concern, as “nobody had any money,” in in 1971. Until it was finished he and Violet lived in to Northern Ontario to log.

Lawrence explained. The first year of their marriage a trailer on the same land.

He would have to drive a horse team onto the riv- they went to a logging camp in Houston, B.C. Violet In 1972 he semi-retired and starting going to er and dump the load of logs on the ice. “When you helped cook for the camp and Lawrence was skidding Quartzite, Arizona for his holidays. That was the bedrove the team the ice would sink and the water would logs. ginning of a hobby that grew to large proportions. come on top of the ice,” he recalled.

The couple had six children: Georgina, married His boss had warned him, “don’t try to save the to Bill Dubois and living in Windermere; Carol who Continued on next page...

By Dorothy Isted Special to the Pioneer

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Valley PIONEER

VALLEY HISTORY — (clockwide from left) Lawrence and Violet Sholinder as a young married couple; Lawrence with his grandchildren at Shadybrook Resort, which he built in 1955 and ran with his wife. Left to right: Brent Dubois, Leah Romane, Keith Romane, Michael Dubois, Greg Dubois and Lawrence; some examples of Lawrence’s rock work, on display at his store on Windermere Loop Road. Lawrence’s passion for rocks began on a trip to Quartzite, Arizona in 1972.

Photos submitted ...Continued from previous page “We went to Tombstone, Arizona one day and there was this rock shop on Main Street,” he said.

“There was a little old girl and she had a little rock about that size [circling his thumb and forefinger]. It had so many colours and it was beautiful. I went back to look two or three times and I finally bought it.

“I still have it in a box in the basement. By the time I left Arizona, I had two to three thousand dollars worth of equipment.”

After this Lawrence and Violet bought property in Arizona and went down every year for three months.

He started cutting rocks with a saw right away, polishing them and making jewellery.

He signed up for silversmithing lessons that were supposed to last a few months but only “got a day

and a half in.” He never took carving lessons, and just started carving rocks around 1980.

“The oval and round rocks, you cut out a size you want, square, and then you cut the corners off,” he explained. “Then you put it in a machine with cups inside that go against the rock and they turn and grind it. Water sprays inside to distribute the grit.”

The couple opened their rock store on their property along Windermere Loop road in 1990, when the basement got so full they couldn’t fit inside it.

The very large pink-and-white rock in front of the shop is called pastelite, a form of jasper — so named because of its pastel shades. Lawrence found a vein near the surface and started digging.

He may not have anticipated the degree of work involved but after he had dug down eight feet, dug a hole for the truck wheels and rolled the behemoth

down the hill and into the truck he had his prize and it was well worth it.

Violet died in 2004 after a brief illness. Lawrence has 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. He keeps very busy with yardwork, dusting his rock collection and still carves.

Items for sale in his shop include rock clocks from $25 to $80, rock eggs/spheres for $2 to $60. Animal carvings range from $150 to $300. Jewellery is $40 and up.

For a man who started out life hating rock picking, struggled with rocks in his excavating work (there was always at least one troublesome one, he remembers) it is an amusing turnabout, and the humour is not lost on Lawrence.

Lawrence’s rock shop is open to visitors by appointment: to book call Lawrence at 250-342-6324.

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By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff A group of Calgarians are aiding children and families in the valley with a massive donation to a local charity, the Verge for Youth Society.

The Windermere Oilmen raised $82,000 for the youth charity at their annual golf tournament in September, through entry fees and several large personal donations.

On Friday, October 1st, a small number of the Oilmen’s 32 members were on hand to surprise Floyd Verge with the sizable cheque at Copper Point Golf Course, where part of the tournament was held.

“It’s incredible,” said Mr. Verge, who was visibly moved by the donation.

“This has got us on a steady foundation for the year. We normally try to keep $4,000 to keep us going into the next year, but it is usually gone by Christmas, so we are always out of money when we start each spring.”

The Windermere Oilmen are no strangers to lending a helping hand in the valley, where many of them have second homes. Since forming in 2006, the group has given all the proceeds of their annual golf tournament to valley charities and societies, including the Summit

Youth Centre and Columbia Valley Arts Council. This year, thanks to the generosity of their members, the cheque was five times larger than ever before, with personal donations from the W. Brett Wilson Family, Hank Swartout and an unnamed donor making up the bulk.

“It all started at the dinner on Saturday night at Eagle Ranch,” explained Wilfred Gobert, who was on the Oilmen’s tournament organizing committee. “We had a deal with Hank to match the profits of the tournament, then at the dinner he went to Brett to ask him to double that, which was doubled again by a third donor.”

The Verge for Youth Society was founded in 2000 to give young people in the Columbia Valley financial assistance with health care and education.

Started as a family golf weekend, the Society has distributed around $225,000 of education bursaries and financial assistance to young people with health problems including leukemia, heart disease and cancer.

“From knowing Floyd for many years I know the effort he puts in,” said Brian Schaal, Executive Golf Professional at Copper Point. “He organizes the Verge for Youth Tournament and puts a lot of work in to keep the foundation going. It is dear to his heart.”

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Fairmont ski hill upgrades for winter making machine and the installation and repair of over 1,400 feet of pipes, giving greater snow-making coverage than ever before.

“Snow-making is imperative to keep runs Snow enthusiasts can look forward to an in the best condition possible throughout the expanded range of on-slope entertainment this season,” Mr. Harding explained. “Especially in winter, with some significant improvements to the spring with our sunny, southwestern expothe ski hill at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. sure, it is very important to have good coverThe resort has almost doubled the size of age on the hill for great spring skiing.” its terrain park and expanded the beginner area The terrain park — which was moved last by the magic carpet lift, giving novices more season to beside Easy Rider — has been widspace to practice their turns on easy terrain. ened and dug out, including rails and jumps Also new this year are lowered lift prices and a free season pass deal until October 11th, that make use of the natural features.

Additional changes include the clearing of for under 12s and over 75s, with the purchase a row of trees by the magic carpet lift, providof an adult season pass. ing a larger area with more entertainment for “We’re looking forward to a great year at the ski hill,” said Fairmont Ski Operations READY FOR SNOW — Crews at Fairmont Resort’s ski hill have had a children.

“This has always been a family hill, so Manager, Peter Harding, who has run the hill busy summer expanding the terrain park and beginners’ area and preparing snow-making and runs for the upcoming season.

Photo by Kate Irwin for more than 25 years. “We’ve made some rewe’ve put a lot of money into our kids area,” Mr. Harding added. “It will have a lot of foam ally positive changes in the way we look at our 12s, until Monday, October 11th. animals and cartoon characters placed on the business, which we think our visitors and loThe mountain operations crew at Fairmont have carpet ride and we’re trying to make it really colourful cals will all appreciate and enjoy.”

Daily lift pass prices will be dropped to reflect the also been hard at work over the summer to improve and a fun place for kids to be.”

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New owners at The Book Bar

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff The Book Bar in Invermere is under new ownership, with the third generation of the Delasalle family taking over the running of the downtown stationery, gift and book store.

The new owners, Joshua Delasalle Foy and his business partner James Lazarus, are both experienced retailers, running a business together in Quebec before moving to Invermere.

It’s a return home for Joshua — whose grandfather Henry Delasalle opened the first department store in town — and a new adventure for James, who fell in love with the town when he first visited last December.

“We’ve been best friends going on 27 years,” James said. “We set up and ran a successful business in Montreal and just work well together. Our strengths really compliment each other.”

After selling their Quebec business, three weeks later Joshua received the phone call that led them to the valley. His mother, Mary-Lou, had been running The Book Bar for years and was ready for a change.

James and Joshua visited at the end of last year and then jumped in with both feet, signing the papers and receiving the keys to the store in April.

“Retail’s has been in my blood since I was 20,” Joshua explained. “It’s what I’m good at, and my family has been here for generations, so this move just seemed like a natural fit.”

The duo have hit the ground running, with a steady summer of business. They have added a few personal touches, mixing in some favourite books and new gifts and cards, but are keen to emphasize that core of The Book Bar will remain the same.

One change has been an expansion of the range of magazines available, going from around 600 titles up to 1,000. Another important area for James and Joshua is a larger range of office and art supplies, which have steadily increased since they took over in April.

They have also added a full range of Cuban cigars.

“For this first year we are concentrating on the workings of the store and getting to know our customers,” Joshua explained. “We really want to serve the local community more and want to reach out to them to come in and talk to us, tell us what they want to see.”

As for the name, James and Joshua see it as a natural progression, one of the subtle changes they are bringing in to move the business forward.

“We certainly don’t want to take away from Dave and the amazing work he did,” James said. “But it’s nice to put our little personal touch as well.”

BUSINESS AS USUAL — James Lazarus (left) and Joshua Delasalle Foy are making their mark as the new owners of The Book Bar in Invermere. The pair are expanding the goods offered at the store and encourage the community to give feedback.

Photo by Kate Irwin

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The old adage, “what goes ‘round comes ‘round,” is about to come ‘round for Invermere’s Marianne Hollingsworth.

Marianne grew up in the valley and is a well-known face about town, especially when it comes to organizing community events.

Now, her family, friends, and community are rallying to organize a fundraising evening to support her ongoing battle with Aplastic anemia, a debilitating condition where bone marrow fails to produce sufficient new cells to replenish blood cells.

Marianne has spent the past three months at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre in Calgary, and will likely need to remain in the city for another year to receive treatment.

“She’s always the one planning things for everyone else,” Marianne’s longtime friend Denise Kashuba said.

“She’s always putting the other guy first, and now it’s time for us to do

something to help her.”

The benefit, Help Catch a Falling Star, will be held at the Invermere Community Hall on October 23rd at 7 p.m.

There will be a silent auction, food, refreshments, and live entertainment featuring the band, L8. Denise said she hopes the event will attract around 300 people.

Marianne, who has two daughters, Julie and Jamie-Lee, with her husband Mike, hopes to attend the evening to visit with everyone.

In a recent Facebook post, Marianne wrote, “I have the most amazing people in my life. I’m one happy little camper. Thank you for everything. If this journey has taught me anything, it’s that I’m blessed.”

Tickets for the evening are $25 and can be purchased from the Kicking Horse Coffee office, Invermere One Hour Photo, Hair Tricks, Tiffany’s Thredz, Pip’s Country Store in Edgewater, or Sunchaser Villas in Fairmont.

Anyone wishing to donate can do so at Kootenay Savings through the Friends of Marianne account.

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PIONEER ON THE ROAD

The Pioneer travels far and bride Loyal Pioneer readers carried the paper with them on their most recent adventures around the globe. Pictured, clockwise from top left: Local cyclists The Trailers at a Multiple Sclerosis fundraiser in Red Deer, Alberta. Jean-Piere Chasse, Gaston Chasse, Judy Denby, Alyson Denby, Adrian Stewart, and Steve Ostrander, along with two event volunteers (back row, from left, in helmets). Ralph Stewart and Christine Dure (front row); The Pioneer’s very own, Katie Salanski, with her new husband, Jim Salanski, at their wedding on September 25th at St. Eugene in Cranbrook; Clive and Bev Overton in Arosa, Switzerland; Newleyweds Colleen and Dave Weatherhead on their honeymoon in Sayulita, Mexico; Jose D. Hidalgo II and his son, Jose M. Hidalgo (back row) with grandchildren Maya and Jacob in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut.

There are only three months left in this year’s Pioneer on the Road photo contest! Send your highresolution travel photos to news@cv-pioneer.com or drop by our office at #8, 1008-8th Avenue.

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Former Rockie signed to NHL

By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff Onetime Columbia Valley Rockies player Brandon Anderson has made it to the big leagues.

The 18-year-old goaltender from Langley, B.C., who donned a Rockies’ uniform for the 2008-2009 season, signed a three-year entry-level deal with the NHL’s Washington Capitals after a strong showing at the Capitals’ rookie camp last month.

Brandon signed as an undrafted rookie free agent, making the accomplishment even more impressive.

“It’s definitely pretty surreal,” Brandon said of his GOALIE ­— Former Columbia Valley Rockies player time at the Capitals’ rookie camp. “I grew up watching Brandon Anderson tests out a Washington Capitals uniOvechkin and those guys, and all of a sudden I’m on form during a game at this years’ rookie camp. the ice with them.”

Photo courtesy of Cheryl Nichols/Caps News Network He currently plays in the WHL for the Lethbridge Hurricanes, where he’ll continue to play for now. ent. “He definitely had the desire and the passion to Brandon began stopping balls for his sister when win,” Coach Rice said. he was still in diapers, his mother Leanna said. “It’s Brandon’s accomplishment is an example of what been a passion since he could walk. It’s nice to see that a KIJHL team like the Rockies can do for an up-andall his hard work and effort is paying off. He’s still got coming player, he added. lots of work to do, but the door’s open. It’s a huge op“It just shows that the teams here give guys the portunity.” chance to develop and continue to improve, and evenColumbia Valley Rockies’ coach Rob Rice, re- tually move up. It’s good for us as an organization, and members Brandon as a player with obvious young tal- great for the league, too.”

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Panorama offers more night skiing

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff With expanded night skiing, a relocated and redesigned terrain park and a new black run, Panorama Mountain Village has been going through changes to prepare for the arrival of winter.

Gone is the former Showoff Terrain Park, which has been redesigned and relocated to the wider Powder Trail.

A new night skiing area — three times the size of last season’s night skiing terrain — has been created thanks to the installation of lighting along the entire Showoff trail, a length of more than one mile. “We are really excited about the new night experience at Panorama this winter,� said Jeremy Neill, Marketing Manager for the resort. “Anyone with a valid pass for the day can keep skiing past 4 p.m. and into the night on Showoff with access via the Mile 1 High Speed Quad.�

Moving the terrain park onto Powder Trail will allow for multiple featured sections to be placed side by side, added Panorama Marketing Coordinator, Jamie Hurschler.

It will be the first full winter season for Panorama’s new ownership group, Panorama Mountain Village

Inc., under the leadership of Rick Jensen. The group of 18 local investors bought the resort from troubled owners, Intrawest in January of this year.

Changes under the group include the resort assuming control of the ski school, formerly run by Don and Heather Bilodeau, who retired from ski teaching at the end of the 2009/10 winter season.

In addition, the new gladed area opened last year off the View of 1000 Peaks run is now named Sidewinder Glades and has been extended and a new black run added. “Sidewinder Glades is an exciting double diamond rated run meant for experts only,� Mr. Hurschler said. “There are multiple steep pitches and various terrain features that will take you on a journey over the backside of a ridge off of View of 1000 Peaks.�

Experts will also enjoy the new black run, Turnpike 1, with steep sections, lightly wooded areas and a 500-metre section of previously-closed avalanche path.

Other changes for 2010/11, include a new Italian restaurant at the Clubhouse on Greywolf Golf Course and the expansion and relocation of Mile High Pizza to the lower village.

Early bird deals are still available on Panorama season passes until October 11th. To buy passes call, 1-866-601-7388

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October 8, 2010

EDITOR

The Columbia Valley Pioneer, an independent, award-winning community newspaper with a circulation of 8,000 serving the Columbia Valley and with distribution in Calgary, is recruiting for the position of Editor.

Primary function and responsibility: Responsible for all editorial content in the newspaper as well as in magazine-style publications and on-line media. Coordinate and participate in the delivery of exceptional editorial content ensuring the editorial voice is preserved. Actively involved in reporting and photography duties.

Proactively assess content priorities and assign content to future issues ensuring stock of news stories are available and sufficient. Maintain and improve workflow to ensure adherence to deadlines. Copy as well as photo editing and layout.

Manage and direct the editorial staff and the quality of writing and photography.

Create relationships and maintain an active involvement in the community. The editor is required to provide evening and weekend coverage when necessary.

Qualifications: A diploma or degree in journalism and significant editorial experience as a senior reporter and/or editor for a community newspaper. Relevant experience with web journalism and social media solutions an asset. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite 4.0 and Google Apps for Small Business is required; must have own vehicle and a valid drivers licence. Must be willing to relocate to a rural community.

Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and on-call as necessary. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.

The expected start date is November 1st.

Candidates are encouraged to reply with resume, portfolio and references to Rose-Marie Regitnig, Publisher, The Columbia Valley Pioneer, rose-marie@cv-pioneer.com

N E W S PA P E R

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

LIFE’S BRIGHTER under the sun.

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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

250-342-6700 • universaldoorsandexteriors@shawbiz.ca

■ Lockout Service ■ Lake Recovery ■ 24 Hour Towing ■ Prompt Service

Judy: (250) 341-1903

Also offering FREE year-round pickup of unwanted vehicles

www.valleysolutions.ca valleysolutions@shaw.ca

SOLUTIONS FOR THE VACATION HOME OWNER • House Checking • Cleaning • Complications • Details

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October 8, 2010

Pioneer Classifieds

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

GARAGE SALE

GARAGE SALE

thank you

ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

Moving Sale

Saturday, October 9, 9 – 2 p.m.

1564 10th Street, at the barn.

Household items and tools.

A HUGE thank you to Carol Dobson for helping me find my new pet, Paige. You knew we would make an awesome pair and I’m proud to be her guardian. Nice work! And another HUGE thank you goes to Cindy at Choppers for all your assistance. You are amazing! And thank you to Shawn Wernig for the Chuck-it tennis ball thrower. It is Paige’s favorite toy. Sincerely, Emily Rawbon.

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. AlAnon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7 PM at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call Carol at 250-347-9841.

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, 6254th 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 jerk that stole my 15 horse outboard!

Hand carved one-of-a-kind dining room suite with solid Oak Hutch, hot tub, pool table, office furniture, rec room furniture, truck topper for 2008 F150, outdoor fountain and planter, patio furniture, trophy black bear rug, 1995 Mercedes SL500, and more. Call 250-2700379.

Saturday, October 9, LOTS of hardware, tools, garden chipper/ shredder, TV’s, etc. 970 Highway 95, Spillimacheen.

October 8, 3 - 7 p.m., and October 9, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 143-4904 Ridge Road (Radium Ridge), Rain or Shine. Couch and love seat, brown tone, like new, $700; king bed with metal frame, very clean, $225; BBQ $50; deep freeze, like new, $150; truck tires (275-60 R20); sporting and household miscellaneous items, ladies clothing and accessories. To view early or later call 250-341-1478.

ANNOUNCEMENT

s obituary s Robert Lawrence Pettigrew November 26, 1958 – September 30, 2010 Robert Lawrence Pettigrew “Robbie” passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2010. Robbie was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother. His love of the outdoors extended to fishing, hunting, and camping. Robbie and his wife Dina moved from Calgary to Brisco, B.C. 7 years ago to enjoy their passion for the outdoors to the fullest, in doing so they made their life there and here more complete by the many close friends they met that became family. Robbie was a wonderful friend who was loved by all who knew him. We will all miss his laughter and generosity as our lives were enriched through knowing him.

Robbie was predeceased by his son, Jarrett McNeil Pettigrew. He is survived by his wife Dina Dennis, his sons Curtis and Garrett, his Father Ron, Mother Mary, Brothers Perry (Kim), Joey (Margaret) and Sister Terry (Andy), numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Celebration for Robbie will be held on October 10, 2010 at 3:00pm at Robby and Dina’s home in Brisco.

Our family would like say a special thank you to Dr. Mannheimer, Renata, Shawna, Keith and Alicia for going above and beyond in the care and understanding you gave Robbie. We would also like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone at Interior Health, Columbia House and all our friends for help with Robbie’s care and comfort, you truly are the best, you will be in our hearts forever, thank you.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Robbie the family requests donations can be made to the Invermere Home Care Support Program, care of Shawna Cameron, Case Manager, Invermere Hospital.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com

The Children of Bud and Gloria Roberts would like to invite you to celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary. October 9th, 2010, 1 – 4 p.m. at Brisco Community Hall. No gifts please. 250-346-3351 WVSS AGM at NAPA, Oct 19th at 7 p.m. All sledders welcome! 250342-0005

Best Life Retreat An Amazing ‘STAYCATION’ in Radium Hot Springs, B.C. Friday, Nov. 12, Saturday Nov. 13, Sunday Nov 14, 2010 $399.00 3 days of Spa: entertainment: fabulous local food; business discounts; down time to shop/hot pool/read/connect/hike/bike/visit mini Trade Fair plus meet dynamic Facilitators who share their proven recipes for a BALANCED LIFE in your RELATIONSHIPS, SPIRITUALITY, WORK, FINANCES, RECREATION/ CREATIVITY, COMMUNITY, HEALTH & BEAUTY. Early registration by October 15, enter to win a $390 prize. www.bestliferetreats.com Facebook: search Best Life Retreat, info@bestliferetreat.com.

250347-2121

thank you

A Sincere Thank You

to all of our family and friends for the great and generous support we received when my husband and father, David Sawchuk, passed away.

So comforting to have such great friends like Melva, Jack and Gerry, for being there every day. Dave loved you all.

Thank you for all the flowers, cards and food. So much kindness. We are grateful to all, many thank yous. Your gift of love will always be remembered. Special thanks to Dr. Louw and staff at the hospital.

Betty Sawchuk, Lynda, Don, Darlene and families.

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to the teacher, Maxine, for always being so sweet to all the children!

Cheers to the District for putting smiles on peoples’ faces!

Jeers – While the new sidewalk in front of LakeView Manor will be greatly appreciated, parking a large pile of gravel and a Bobcat diretly in front of the main entrance for more than a week while work came to a standstill was totally thoughtless and unnecessary. Jeers to the mindless. Is there anyone in charge?

Jeers to the conversation officer for disposing of the Radium bears in an inappropriate manner!

Cheers to the Verge for Youth Society and Floyd and Shelan Verge for their tireless efforts and dedication to helping youth in the Columbia Valley. You continue to have a very special place in our hearts!

Cheers to Rick Waters, Karen Brown, Mari-Ane Comis, Carol Dobson, Sam Fidler, the Invermere Vet Hospital, and others that helped look for a 15 year old, black poodle when she was lost in the Industrial Park last Wednesday. Daisy is happy back at home and none the worst for her 9 hour adventure.

Cheers to the Rockies Hockey Team for the fantastic help making our move so much easier!

Cheers to the Invermere Hospital staff who continue to provide excellent patient care while repairs and renovations are underway.

Much appreciated.

Cheers to the Invermere District Curling Club volunteers who helped get the club house and ice sheets ready for the new season. Many hands do make light work. Thanks.

Jeers to the seasonal viruses that plague us. We were enjoying the wonderful autumn weather. Why did you arrive so early? Bring on the flu shots!

Jeers to the people in Radium who harassed the bear and her treed cubs by driving close and leaving your car to take photos, the bears were destroyed.

LOST AND FOUND LOST: Two fishing rods, one net at Lake Lillian on September 27th, reward, 250-342-5192.

storage 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. Secure self storage, call Suzanne, 403-390-4513.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637

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storage

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

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

Bright 1 bdrm, walk-out suite, in quiet Invermere neighborhood, available immediately. Furnished, N/S, N/P, references required, $850/ month including utilities, cable, and internet, 250-341-5956.

Large 2 bdrm, main floor four-plex unit in Windermere, 5 appliances included, W/D, near beach, $700/ month, 403-239-2017.

Columere Park, bright, 1 bdrm, furnished, large upstairs suite, clean and quiet, $700/month, 250345-6524.

1 bdrm, large walkout, bright, large windows, private backyard, walk D/T, W/D, D/W, N/S, N/P, $850/ month inclusive, 403-922-8518.

Fairmont, bright, spacious, 2 bdrm walk-out, laminate and tile throughout, N/S, 5 appliances, $900/month + utilities, DD and references required, 250-270-0710.

14 ft. wide mobile home, large, 2 bdrm, 5 appliances, newly renovated, yard and deck, prefer N/S, no dogs allowed, available October 1, $800/month + utilities, 250-342-1700.

commercial space 864 sq.ft. warehouse space with loading dock, unheated, $656.25/ month includes GST, available immediately. Call 250-342-3637.

Prime Invermere location, 1275 sq.ft., beside Canterbury Flowers.

Call Tim, 250-341-1408.

New, commercial office, and/or retail space for rent. Prime location, D/T Invermere, excellent monthly rates, furnished, kitchen, available now. 250-341-5788.

Commercial space for rent, 1100 sq.ft. Currently Sportuccino’s across from Eddie Mountain Arena.

Available Oct 1. Please contact 250342-3830.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED Senior lady will housesit or share home with same. Close to D/T, mid December to March. Call 250-3429469.

shared accommodation Private room w/ cable, phone, laundry access, internet, and all utilities included, $400/month + $200 DD, N/S, N/P, 250-342-4088.

Room with own bathroom, shared kitchen and laundry, $500/month, includes all utilities, 250-342-0358, leave message.

Beautiful large home on the lake in Invermere, furnished, shared with one other person, 1 bdrm available, own bath, all appliances, $500/ month including utilities, cable, and internet. 250-342-1791.

Wanted, roommate for lovely 2 bdrm Fairmont basement suite, $450/month per person + DD. W/D, parking space, D/W, utilities included, internet available, must be a non-smoker and quiet, no partiers, other occupant is 25 year old, professional femail, 250-3426299 and ask for Kate.

Radium, furnished apartments available Oct 1. 1-2 bdrm, 1-1 bdrm, and 2 –bachelors. Includes all utilities, parking and cable. N/S, pet possible, DD required. 2 bdrm - $800/month, 1 bdrm - $650/ month, Bachelor - $550/month.

Contact Joan at 342-7517 for viewing.

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

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

1 and 2 bdrm apartments, D/T Invermere, clean, quiet units, parking, walk to everything, 1 bdrms start at $550/month and 2 bdrms start at $725/month. Pets okay, N/S, references required, D/W, W/D hookups. Call Dennis, 250-342-6912.

Apartment for rent, 1800 sq.ft., 3 bdrm, 2 bath, huge balcony with view, utilities included, $1250/ month, 403-519-0447.

2 bdrm, fully furnished groundfloor apartment for rent, all utilities, cable, and laundry facilities included, $900/month + DD, N/S, references, long term preferred, only 1 ½ blocks from D/T Invermere and from Panorama shuttle bus! Available October 8, 250-342-9712.

Large 1 bdrm, funished suite, in quiet, private home, utilities + cable included, $725/month + DD, 250-342-9404.

Large 1 bdrm, furnished basement suite, N/P, N/S, $750/month including utilities. 250-341-5027

$650/month including utilities and internet, 1 bdrm, Radium, 750 sq.ft. Available immediately.

Lawrence 250-575-6439.

2 bdrm, N/S, N/P, walking distance to D/T Invermere, available end of October, $985/month + DD, F/S, W/D, D/W and utilities included.

250-342-1584 or 250-342-8679.

3 bdrm upper suite for rent in Radium with 5 appliances included, $800/month + utilities, references required, 250-347-9345.

2 bdrm, bright, spacious, basement suite, W/D, private entrance, fabulous lake view, N/P, N/S, $750/month + utilities, available November 1, 250-342-0020.

Front walk-out suite, 1 bdrm, office, 1 bath, private entrance, in-suite laundry, can be partially furnished, renovated kitchen, all appliances, 2 blocks from Kinsmen, N/S, N/P, $700/month, utilities included, no roommates, 403-796-6218. May consider a small cat.

Invermere, 1 bdrm basement suite, $600/month, includes W/D, utilities, separate entrance, internet, N/S, N/P, available immediately, 250-341-5096 or 250-341-5520.

1 bdrm suite next to Sobey’s, N/S, N/P, satellite included, mature quiet person preffered, $650/ month, available now, 403-8001714 or 250-341-2084.

Invermere, newly renovated, large 1 bdrm walkout suite in quiet location near schools, fridge, stove, W/D, N/P, N/S, available October 16, single occupant $650/month, double occupant $800/month, one month DD, utilities included, 250342-3474.

HOUSE FOR RENT

FOR RENT Contact

250-342-4040

HOUSE FOR RENT

3 bdrm, 2 bath, F/P, walking distance to grocery store, DD, $1000/month + utilities, 250-4857500.

Edgewater, 3 acres, 6 bdrm, 4 full bath, 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 10 appliances, $950/month, 403-6508654.

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Invermere, 3 bdrm semi-detached home near schools and D/T. N/S, possible pets, DD required. $850/ month + utilities. Contact Joan, 250-342-7517, for viewing.

Windermere, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, $890/ month + utilities, for family or 1 or 2 tenants, September to June, 250342-2135.

5 bdrm, 3 bath, some furniture, available now, references required, L/T, $1400/month + utilities, to view call 250-688-0256, 250-3411099.

Gorgeous new house near Sobeys, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, garage, fenced yard, A/C, all appliances, N/P, N/S, DD required, minimum 6 month lease, quiet tenants only, references mandatory, $1400/ month + utilities, 250-342-5229.

Beautiful Windermere acreage, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, w/garage on 24 acres less than 5 minutes from Windermere. Newer home, $1050/ month. Linda 403-244-8402.

for seasonal or long term rentals or go online at

Invermere, charming home next to Kinsmen Beach, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 F/P, N/P, N/S, available immediately, $1600/month + utilities, references + DD required, 403-246-6680.

Invermere, Wilder Subdivision, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, furnished home, N/S, N/P, available October 1, $1600/ month + utilities, references + DD required, 403-246-6680.

Excellent Location! Very nice Invermere home on quiet cul-desac, walking distance to Kinsmen Beach and to D/T, 3 bdrm up, 2 down, large private backyard, wood and electrical heat, D/W, stove, fridge, W/D included, available October 1, $1400/month + utilities, 250-270-0270.

Canal Flats, 3 bdrm trailer, W/D, available immediately, $550/ month, phone Vic 250-349-5264.

3 bdrm house, 2 bath, wood stove, garage, large fenced yard and productive garden, greenhouse, close walk to D/T. $1250/month.

250-342-3790.

Fairmont, 3 bdrm, bungalow for rent, $1100/month + utilities, 250342-9552.

FREE CABLE,

$795/month for NEW 1,200 sq.ft. house.

AWESOME VIEW, couple minutes to Tim Horton’s, ½ garage, all appliances. W/D, N/S, N/P. 250-345-2104.

Amazing chalet, Pine Ridge Resort.

3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, 1,700 sq.ft., fully furnished, pets OK, $1,650/month, including utilities/cable. 250-6881247 In Edgewater, 2 bdrm house with yard and workshop. $550/month.

2 bdrm apartment with yard, heat included $550/month. 1 bdrm apartment $450/month. 250-3422898.

3 bdrm half duplex in Invermere, $900/month. 250-342-3195.

Small 2-bdrm house, Main Street East – Radium, besides Rockies Pizzeria, $950/month plus DD and utilities. Will negotiate long-term lease, well behaved pets welcome.

250-342-1760.

3 bdrm, house in Edgewater, F/S/D, washer/dryer, wood and oil heat, large fenced lot, available October 15, $800/month, 250-342-3417 or 250-347-9768.

4 bdrm, 1 bath, mobile home in Windermere, wood stove, lots of storage, fenced yard and shed, N/S, N/P, $800/month, $400 DD, utilities not included, references required, 250-688-0106.

house for rent jenny bueckert Buy a mountain home, rent it out and maintain it with ease! jennyb.ca (250) 342-5711 info@jennyb.ca

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HOUSE FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

Newly renovated home in Invermere, reduced rent during renovation period, $900/month, energy efficient, spectacular 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with all major appliances, over-looking the lake, 250-342-3688.

New townhome for rent, 3 bdrm, 2 bath + garage, in Cedarwood Glen Estates, D/T Invermere, N/S, N/P, $1350/month, available October 1, 250-341-1182.

Sable Ridge condos for rent. 1 bdrm, top floor, fully furnished, $825/month; 3 bdrms + Den, top floor, fully furnished, $1995/ month. Please call 403-630-7464.

2 bdrm, 2 full bath, Radium, access to pool and hot tub, underground parking, N/S, N/P, $900/month including utilities, available immediately. 250-270-0377

2 bdrm, 2 bath condo in Radium, spacious floor plan, private balcony faces Sinclair Creek, $725/month + Hydro, N/S, N/P, references required, please call 250-347-9210.

Travelling – looking for a house sitter who will rent a new 1 bdrm cabin on acreage, 15 minutes to Invermere, $800/month, utilities included with hot tub, 250-3411577 or 250-347-6420, leaving November 17 for 5 months, 4x4 an asset.

In Radium, cozy, bright, 2 bdrm trailer on large private lot, all appliances, 2 out-buildings for lots of storage, $950/month + utilities, N/S, DD, 250-342-3841.

3 bdrm or larger property wanted for seasonal rental, December 1 to March 31, must be furnished and walking distance to D/T Invermere, 250-688-0244.

condo FOR RENT Windermere Lakeview Meadows Spacious luxury, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, 2 storey, premium finishing, large decks, bright, open views, major appliances, elevator access, secured underground double parking and storage, recreation centre w/indoor pools, fitness, games rooms, private beach, boat dock, sports courts, playgrounds N/S, N/P, DD, references, $1800/ month, includes Heat/AC, + basic utilities. Rent to own options. Avail Sept.1, 250-6880512.

Invermere executive townhouse on the lake, furnished, great views, walk to D/T, covered parking, $1300/month, 1-866-313-4762.

1 bdrm, 1 bath, fully furnished, condo in Radium, N/S, kenneled dog OK, 4 appliances, storage, Nanofibre, vehicle plug-in.

Prefer L/T lease. $625/month plus utilities. References and DD required. Available immediately.

403-281-0923.

½ duplex in Radium Hot Springs. 3 bdrm, 3 full baths, beautiful patio, BBQ, patio furniture, available November 1st. Contact 403-2883743 or email msalas@shaw.ca for info and pictures.

1 bdrm fully furnished condo in the luxurious Sable Ridge! King size bed, penthouse furnishings and everything you need to make this retreat-like condo home.

Largest 1 bdrm condo features a spacious living and dining room, pool, hot tubs, views of the Rockies, heated parking, insuite laundry, water, heat, electricity. Only $900/ month. Minimum 6 months lease.

References required. Available November 1. 403-861-5656.

RADIUM, 2nd floor condo, 2 bdrm, 2 full bath, 4 appliances, in-suite laundry, fireplace, propane BBQ hookup, secure underground parking, furnished or unfurnished.

N/S, N/P, $1000/month including utilities. DD and references required. Available immediately.

Pictures on Craigslist-Kootenays.

Call Susan 250-422-3510 1 bdrm condo, N/P, N/S, $650/ month, available immediately, clost to D/T Invermere, 250-3426226, ask for Neo, call during daytime.

D/T Invermere townhouse for rent, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appliances, garage, very private, perfect location, gorgeous views, N/P, N/S, $975/month + utilities, available immediately, 250-342-0020.

Available October 1, Black Forest Village, 2 bdrm, south facing unit, new flooring, upgraded appliances, deck, laundry, storage, single car garage, easy access to D/T, $1000/ month + Hydro. Call Lindsay, 403251-6947 to view.

Akiskinook Resort, 1 bdrm condo, fully furnished and equipped, pool and spa, $700/month, includes cable, 403-281-3991.

Radium, Pinewood condo, 2 bdrm with loft, 2 bath, F/P, $1100/ month, includes underground parking, utilities, N/P, N/S, 403615-9989.

3 bdrm , 1 ½ baths, unfurnished townhome, D/T Invermere, W/D, steps to Main Street, available immediately, $1250/month + utilities, 250-688-0244.

2 bdrm, 2 bath, new luxury, furnished condo in D/T Invermere, great views, hot tub access, in-suite laundry, $1150/month, 250-6880244.

2 bdrm, 2 bath, immaculate newer townhome, less than 5 minute drive to D/T Invermere, unfurnished, W/D, available November 1, year round rental, $895/month + utilities, 250-688-0244.

2 bdrm, 5 appliances, F/P, underground, parking. N/S, $950/month including utilities.

References required. 250-3417448.

HOUSE FOR SALE Revenue/Income property for sale in Edgewater. Renovated fourplex plus separate 2 bdrm house with yard and workshop. $350,000. 250342-2898.

Just a reminder…

The classified deadline is 12 noon on Tuesday.

HOUSE FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

Panasonic KX-FHD332, plain paper fax and photocopier, $40 OBO, 250341-6299.

Used 6” and 8” wood burning, insulated chimney, 250-341-3498.

Top Quality Hay, alfalfa/grass, round bales, call Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

420 4th Ave., Invermere, 3 bdrm, 3 bath, newly renovated, shop/shed, deck, fenced yard, all appliances, 3 blocks to beach, $320,000, 250342-1698, www.fmsguitars.com/ house.

condo FOR SALE Affordable condo downtown Invermere, fully furnished, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, $139,900, 250-341-1182.

Brand new 1600 sq.ft. D/T Invermere, 3 bdrm, 2 bath + garage, $299,900 +HST, reduced to $259,900, www.cedarwoodglen. com, 250-341-1182.

Support Rockies Hockey! Pine, Fir, dry and split. To order call 250342-6908.

Kids Corner large bookshelf, $40; 3 white kitchen chairs, $10/each; Computer Desk, $40. 250-3420399 or 250-341-5956.

Three 8’ rails for glass, two posts, one 8’ pack of 1” spindles (Black), three Tibetan carpets, and treadle sewing machine, will trade for drywall work. 250-342-2082.

Brand New Toyo Winter Tires, set of 4, 16” (1-G02+-225-60-R16), used only 1 winter, paid $995, asking $600 OBO, 250-688-2897.

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! $219,900, No agents please. 250341-5170.

GOLF CLUBS, full set of men’s LEFT handed clubs, Don Tunnacliffe, $100 OBO, 250-342-6703.

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE

Game Boy Advance and SP, $30 each + games, various prices; Nintendo DSI, brand new $130; WI System, brand new $160; Ping S58 irons, $99; Taylor Made Superfast driver, $150; Reg and Burner $99; Odyssey Putters $25. Call 250-3423275.

FREE mobile home with travel trailer addition, must be moved, 250-348-2529 (Parson General Store).

MISC. FOR SALE Quality Top Soil & Manure. Top Soil $160/dump truck load, $70/ pick-up load. Manure $100/pick-up load, delivery extra. Call, 250-3421268.

Phones! Uniden 420ic, 4 station phones and 4 cordless phones, 4 lines, station to station intercom, Rocket Dial, 10 memory dial locations, $50. 250-341-6299.

Firewood cut, split and delivered.

Dry Fir and Pine, $180/half cord, $275/full cord. Dry Larch, $240/ half cord, $350/full cord, birch now available, 250-688-0143.

Firewood for sale, fir and pine mix $235, larch $300, pine $180, all wood split and delivered. 250-3415551.

Firewood, fir, $200/cord. You haul, 9194 Delphine Avenue, Wilmer. Call Fred, 250-342-9480.

King-size solid pine bedroom suite, converted water bed, dresser, mirror, 2 night tables, futon, linens. $250, must move by October 13th.

250-342-3373 or cell 250-2700585.

4” hot tub covers, any size $499 until the end of October and ½ Price 2-year-old hot tub, 3 pumps, 55 jets, LED lights, like new. Valley Spas, 250-342-3922.

Give away! Recline exercise bike, great condition, 250-342-0020.

Wine making equipment, $40, 250342-2526.

V7 Vibration for health, vibration workout machine, 10 minutes is like an hour workout, paid $1600, asking $800, contact Rising Sun Massage and Spa, 250-341-5668.

MACHINERY FOR RENT

For Rent, 250-342-1517, www. glaciermountainhomes.com.

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

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MISC. FOR SALE

VEHICLES for sale

Two sets of log bunk beds, like new, paid $1200 each, asking $1300 for both or $700/each, 250-342-5159.

1988, 4 door, Oldsmobile Royale Brougham, in good condition, only 269,000 km, asking $2200, 250347-9185.

RECREATION VEHICLES Hunter Special, 1985, 250 TRX, Honda Quad with cover and winch, good condition, $1500, call 250342-3832 2007 Jayflight 29BHS with slide, includes 110 watt solar panel, 2300 watt inverter, 5 batteries, enclosed underbelly, 3 years warranty remaining, bunk beds in rear, front queen bed, $21,000 OBO, 250341-6865.

VEHICLES for sale Reduced, 2006 Ford Focus SES wagon, fully loaded, heated seats, tinted windows, one season used winter tires included, 84,000km, $10,000. 250-341-7833.

2004 Ford Crown Victoria, 150,000km, new rack and pinion steering, new exhaust, new battery, tinted windows, tough, reliable transportation. $6,000 OBO. 250-342-6954.

1973 Ford Ranger LT, 5 speed, 4 litre Super Cab, 164,000km, $3,500 OBO. 250-342-9636.

1992 Honda Accord, runs well 344,000km, $1000 OBO, 250-3476542.

1996 Caravan, comes with electric wheel chair and lift, excellent shape, $4000; 1978 GMC Crew Cab, ½ ton, 2 wheel drive, $500; 1964 Fargo, ¾ ton, 4x4, comes with P.T.O. Winch and tilt deck, $500. Call 250342-4415.

2006 Hyundai Accent, excellent condition, low mileage, includes 4 new winter tires, $7500 OBO, 250342-0020.

2007 Hyundai Accent, loaded, great commuter, all service records, $6000 OBO, 250-270-2555.

1994 F250 4x4, extended cab, 7.3 L Diesel, 5 speed, high miles, $5000, 250-688-0143.

2006 Dodge Caravan, 64,000 km, excellent condition, well maintained, new brakes, power package, $8900, 250-342-1031.

boat for sale U.S. 25-foot wing keel sail boat, in great shape, five-year-old sails, self furling jib, two burner stove, marine head with holding tank and new macerator pump, sink and holding tank for drinking water, hide away cooler, 9.8 Honda 4 stroke outboard motor, asking $15,000 OBO. Call 780-883-0550.

business for sale Busy seasonal café for sale in Invermere, B.C. Serious inquiries only, 250-341-5370.

Barber Shop in Invermere, BC, nice sized clientele, excellent price. For inquiries phone 250-341-3240 and after 6pm call 250-342-0655.

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

Water treatment & purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners & conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-342-5089.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning. Dry in 1 hour! Serving the Valley since 2006.

Call 250-688-0213.

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

Call 250-341-5645.

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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: September 30, 2010.

careers

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY IDL Projects Inc. is looking for a highly motivated person with a Construction Safety Officer or NCSO designation to oversee our project in the Invermere area. Job duties include: Ensuring we are in compliance with all Provincial OH&S regulations and IDL safety polices, safety meetings, inspections, hazard assessments, incident investigations and reports. Salary will be based on experience.

Please forward resumes to: info@idlprojects.comAttention Safety Manager or apply online at www.idlprojects.com

Tenders

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.

LBO Autobody Your Fender Bender Mender & The Valley Shine Shop Auto detailing, power polishing, rock chip repair, and more…

Prepare your boat for storage with an interior detail and exterior polish. Call Shawn or Jodi at 250342-9696.

Red Rock Contracting, custom installations of interlocking pavingstones, for your patio, driveway, etc. Retaining wall systems. For estimate call 250-341-6869.

Flooring installations, lino, carpet, laminate and hardwood. 30 years experience. Call 250-347-9192 or 250-341-1235.

GREEN CLEAN Residential, commercial and construction. Environmentally friendly. Book now for an appointment 250-270-0906 Kootenay Home Maintenance, for all your home and property needs. Thorough weekly inspection, construction and maintenance, hot tub maintenance, snow removal, & cleaning service. 250-688-1335 (cell) dlkane1@telus.net.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN)

INVITATION TO TENDER

SNOW REMOVAL

Snow removal contracts are required for: Area #1

Kimberley Administration Zone Office, Maintenance Compound, and Blarchmont Elementary School in Kimberley, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Wayne Keiver at 250‐427‐2268.

Area #2

Selkirk Secondary School, McKim Middle School, Lindsay Park Elementary School, Kimberley Alternate School and the Community Skills Building in Kimberley, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Wayne Keiver at 250‐427‐2268.

Area #3 (Snow removal and sanding)

Martin Morigeau Elementary School parking lot in Canal Flats, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Norman Julien at 250‐342‐6814.

Area #4 (Snow removal and sanding)

Edgewater Elementary School parking lot in Edgewater, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Norman Julien at 250‐342‐6814.

Area #4

Golden Secondary School parking lots and bus turnaround in Golden, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Bryan Moyer at 250‐344‐8643.

Snow removal will take place if over 3” of snow on the ground and must be completed prior to 7:00 a.m. Contracts will be based on the type of equipment and hourly rates. Please list your equipment and the hourly rates.

Contractors are welcome to bid on all areas; however, separate bids for each area must be submitted by 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 15, 2010. More than one contract may be issued.

The lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted.

Sealed tenders must be marked “Snow Removal Contract (with the Area #)” and submitted to: Steve Jackson, AScT Director of Operations Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 PO Box 430 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

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Executive Typing Services, Over 20 years word processing experience.

Resumes, manuals, data entry, and more. Accurate and fast! 250-2700254

Helna’s Stube is accepting applications for permanent parttime, evening kitchen help/ dishwasher. Please call 250-3470047 or email mail@helnas.com.

Lordco Auto Parts Invermere is currently looking for a part-time delivery driver, weekend shift involved. Apply in person with resume and drivers abstract in store.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT required for busy professional office. Should be proficient with MS Office and bookkeeping software. Good organizational skills required. Please mail resume to Box 609, Invermere, B.C. or email rharveycga@cyberlink.bc.ca.

Busy local framing company, looking for framers and laborers, please send resume to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com or fax 250-341-3427.

Mike’s Handyman Services, renovations and new construction, reasonable rates, call 250-3415770.

ODD JOBS ENT HAULING Garbage, brush and construction Disposal. Mulch deliveries. Call Dale Hunt @ 250-342-3569 BC Qualified Elementary School Teacher, available for casual, full, or part-time childcare and tutoring.

Call Rachel at 250-341-5670 or email rachelfgriffith@gmail.com.

HELP WANTED Experienced Hungarian cook for seasonal, full-time work, April to October 2011 at Citadella Restaurant in Radium, B.C. $15/ hour, medical and vacation pay, room and board available. info@ milliondollarview.ca.

Choppers Landing at R.K. Heliplex, Panorama, is looking for motivated, enthusiastic and dependable restaurant staff. Must be a team player. Front and back end positions available, including day-time server, host/hostess, bartender, chef morning, prep and line cooks and dishwasher. To apply drop off resume to Attn. Chris at Kootenay Coffee Works. (located beside Bavin’s Glass) or e-mail Lauren@ rkheliski.com.

Custom high-end wood working Shop is looking for an experienced woodworker/cabinet maker.

Experience with door fabrication, furniture and cabinetry is considered an asset. Please send resume to PO Box 881, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 or email shawn@ tegartsfinewoodworking.com.

Want to set your own schedule?

Then selling .925 sterling silver jewellery is for you! Work parttime or full-time selling beautiful jewellery and having fun! Work as little or as much as you like.

Earn 30% on your sales along with opportunities for trips and free jewellery. Fastest-growing sterling silver jewellery company.

Interested? Call 250-342-0399.

Rising Sun Massage and Spa is looking for part-time help, must be B.C. registered or NHPC, massage, pedicures, facials, etc. 250-3415668.

Framers/Carpenters wanted.

Experience and transportation a must. Mainline Construction. Call Dustin 250-341-7258.

Busy Invermere office seeking a part-time youth (under 30 years of age) intern to work a min. 2 days/week until March 31, 2011. The successful candidate must have the following skills and attributes: customer service, knowledge of the Columbia Valley, quality focused, problem solving ability, highly computer literate, organized, ability to analyze information, able to multi-task, and work independently.

Specific employment criteria applies, please submit your resume via email to susan@cvchamber.ca or fax to 250-342-3261.

parkscanada.gc.ca

Call 250-341-6299 to place your classified ad.

Junior Reporter to collect local, regional and national news stories for local readership through interviews, investigation and observation. Duties include: writing stories for weekly newspaper, magazine-style publications and online media; analyzing and verifying news and copy for accuracy; developing and maintaining relationships with editorial sources; arranging and conducting interviews; attending meetings and special events to report on proceedings; writing critical reviews of new release movies; shooting and editing photographs, layout of pages using InDesign. A diploma or degree in journalism and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite 4.0 and Google Apps for Small Business are required; must have own vehicle and valid driver’s license. Must be willing to relocate to a rural community. Salary $2,600 - $3,000/ month plus benefits package, based on experience. Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and on-call. Please send resume and examples of published work to Brian Geis, Editor, the Columbia Valley Pioneer, brian@cv-pioneer.com. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

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PARKS CANADA AGENCY Revenue Clerk

AGENCE PARCS CANADA Commis aux revenus

Lake Louise, Yoho & Kootenay Field Unit – Lake Louise, AB Anticipatory - Summer 2011 & 2012 (May – October) $38,835 to $41,892 per year Live and work in one of Canada’s beautiful mountain playgrounds.

Parks Canada is seeking a Revenue Clerk for the Lake Louise, Yoho and Kootenay Field Unit. Join more than 5000 colleagues who do amazing things every day, so that Canadians can discover the historic and national treasures protected and presented by Parks Canada to ensure our special places are preserved for future generations.

We offer an attractive pension and benefits package.

Reporting to the Visitor Experience Operations Coordinator, this position provides revenue collection support services for the Visitor Experience function, which includes: registering revenue received, conducting point-of-sale/bank deposit reconciliations, making change for floats, and maintaining petty cash. Other duties include entering information into computerized databases, extracting and compiling data, and maintaining filing systems.

You must be proficient in English with demonstrated experience in: • Revenue remittance and accounting processes including balancing transactions and foreign exchange; • Using computer applications including email, Excel and Microsoft Word; • Office procedures including maintenance and creation of filing systems.

You must have successfully completed secondary school according to provincial standards.

Send your application to: Human Resources by email: llyk.hr@pc.gc.ca.

Please quote selection process number 10-PKS-LLYK-OC-025 on your application.

Applications must be received by October 13, 2010.

For a complete copy of the job poster and statement of qualifications or for further information on working for Parks Canada or on living in the Field Unit visit: www.pc.gc.ca/mpcareers Parks Canada Agency considers applications from individuals who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or work permit.

Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act and strives to ensure our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian Society. Parks Canada encourages members of Aboriginal, disabled, visible minority groups and women in non-traditional occupations to please self identify on your application.

Unité de gestion du secteur de Lake Louise et des parcs nationaux Yoho et Kootenay Lake Louise (Alberta) Dotation anticipée – Été 2011 et 2012 (de mai à octobre) De 38 835 $ à 41 892 $ par année Vivez et travaillez dans l’un des magnifiques terrains de jeux des montagnes du Canada. Parcs Canada est à la recherche d’un commis aux revenus pour l’Unité de gestion du secteur de Lake Louise et des parcs nationaux Yoho et Kootenay. Joignez-vous à une équipe de plus de 5 000 personnes qui accomplissent des choses étonnantes chaque jour, afin que la population canadienne puisse découvrir les trésors historiques et naturels qui sont protégés et mis en valeur par Parcs Canada pour le bien des générations futures. Nous offrons un régime de retraite et des avantages sociaux attrayants.

Sous l’autorité de la coordonnatrice des activités liées à l’expérience du visiteur, le ou la titulaire assure des services de soutien à la collecte des revenus pour les activités liées à l’expérience du visiteur, c’est-à-dire consigne dans un registre les revenus reçus, effectue des rapprochements entre les revenus des points de vente et les dépôts bancaires, effectue des changements pour les fonds de caisse, et tient à jour la petite caisse. Parmi les autres fonctions du poste, mentionnons la saisie de données dans des bases de données informatisées, l’extraction et la compilation de données, et la tenue de systèmes de classement.

Vous devez maîtriser l’anglais et posséder une expérience manifeste des domaines suivants : • Versement des revenus et processus comptables, y compris le solde des transactions et des devises étrangères; • Utilisation d’applications informatiques, dont le courriel, Excel et Microsoft Word; • Méthodes de bureau, notamment création et tenue de systèmes de classement.

Vous devez détenir un diplôme d’études secondaires conformément aux normes provinciales.

Envoyez votre demande par courriel à l’adresse suivante : Ressources humaines : llyk.hr@pc.gc.ca.

Veuillez rappeler le numéro de processus de sélection 10-PKS-LLYK-OC-025.

Vous devez soumettre votre demande au plus tard le 13 octobre 2010.

Pour obtenir un exemplaire de l’avis de concours et de l’énoncé de qualités, ou pour en savoir davantage sur les possibilités d’emploi à Parcs Canada ou sur la vie dans l’Unité de gestion, consultez le site Web suivant : http://www.pc.gc.ca/carrierespm.

L’Agence Parcs Canada examinera les candidatures des personnes habilitées par la loi à travailler au Canada. Veuillez préciser dans votre demande ce qui vous autorise à travailler au Canada : citoyenneté canadienne, statut de résident permanent ou permis de travail.

Parcs Canada souscrit aux principes de diversité et d’équité en matière d’emploi de la Loi sur l’équité en matière d’emploi, et il cherche à se doter d’un effectif qui reflète la diversité de la société canadienne. C’est pourquoi il invite les Autochtones, les personnes handicapées, les membres des minorités visibles et les femmes exerçant des métiers non traditionnels à s’identifier dans leur demande.

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Store Supervisor Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time, On Call, Shift, Overtime, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening Salary: To be negotiated • Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible Education: Completion of high school, Not applicable Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Supervisory Experience: Cashiers, Grocery clerks and shelf stockers Specific Skills: Supervise and co-ordinate sales staff and cashiers, Authorize return of merchandise, Sell merchandise, Resolve customer complaints and supply shortages, Maintain specified inventory, Prepare reports on sales volumes, merchandising and personnel matters Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Work under pressure, Handling heavy loads, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, and more walking.

How to Apply

Attn: Ryan Haynes, Radium Mountainside Market Ltd By phone: (250) 345-2134, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

By Fax: (250) 345-6122 • By E-mail: haynesmagellan@gmail.com

Receptionist/Activity Coordinator Columbia Garden Village has an exciting opportunity for that special person who likes to multi-task and spend their day helping others. Reporting to the Community Manager, the Resident Advisor is responsible to provide social activities and support to seniors and their families and drive the community bus. This position will be responsible to perform a variety of office duties as well. Candidate will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products, a Class 4 Driver’s License, FoodSafe certification and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Applicants are encouraged to send their resume and references to careers@glm.ca or fax resumes to 250.489.2673 attention CGV

Kimberley Summer Theatre Society Has a producer position available, For a 10 month term!

If you have experience in all aspects of theatre production, please apply to:

info@kimberleysummertheatre.com

by October 18, 2010

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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October 8, 2010

Valley Churches

FAITH

Reasons people don’t go to church: I connect with God in my own way

By Pastor Trevor Hagan Lake Windermere Alliance Church A pastor heard that one of his parishioners was announcing to one and all that he would no longer attend church services. This rebellious parishioner was advancing the familiar argument that he could communicate with God just as easily out in the fields with nature as his setting for worship.

One winter evening, the pastor called on this reluctant member of his flock for a friendly visit. The two men sat before the fireplace making small talk, but studiously avoiding the issue of church attendance. After a while, the pastor took the tongs from the rack next to the fireplace and pulled a single coal from the fire.

He placed the glowing ember on the hearth. As the two watched in silence, the coal quickly ceased burning and turned an ashen gray, while the other coals in the fire continued to burn brightly.

The pastor’s silent message was not lost on the parishioner. After a long pause, he turned to the pastor and said “I’ll be back at services next Sunday.”

There is a popular argument that you don’t have

Coming Soon: Old Zone Results for September 28: Black Smoke choked the Hustlers; Kicking Horse tied up the Waterboys; Warwick splattered the Tomatoes; and Finish Line doubled up the Hawks.

Editor’s Note: Old Zone columnist Harold Hazelaar is currently up on the mountain sitting at the feet of the guru on his annual self-imposed tween-seasons hiatus. However, we are assured by his handlers that he will resume his column in the weeks to come.

to go to church to be a Christian. So many would say they connect with God through internet churches, TV church and through hanging out in nature. These are all great ways to learn more about God and grow closer to Him. I believe that I was saved from something for something. I was saved from myself and a life without God for eternity to a life with God and His flawed people. He has saved me to love Him and to love those He died for. The early church figured this out quickly.

They came together to love one another and help one another love God and His world more completely.

Acts 2:42-47 tells us this story.

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles.

All the believers were together and had everything in common.

“Selling their possessions and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.”

Let’s face it. You can’t live a Christian (Christ-following) life without being part of a church, any more than a piece of charcoal can stay hot outside the fire.

You need the heat of the fire to keep you going!

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

“The Externally Focused Life: The intersection”...Pastor Trevor ministering.

K.I.D.S. Church, for Children aged 3 to 12, during the Morningservice.

Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 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.

Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 Radium Christian Fellowship Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service 7 p.m. Special Praise, Special Prayer and Especially the Love of God Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Worship Service, Sunday 10 a.m. • Sunday School, 11 a.m.

• Relief Society, Noon.

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

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KiDS 12 & UNDER SKI FREE!

2010/11 Winter Season Pass Sale Buy before October 11 and save!

FAMiLY PLAN · KiDS 12 & UNDER SKi FREE! ONLY UNTiL OCTOBER 11 Your Kids 12 and under ski free when you buy at least one Adult Pass. Youths aged 13–18 ski for Only $149 – Save $100!

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Kids Ski FREE offer ends and regular season pricing starts from October 12, 2010.

LT iNDiViDUAL ADU SEASON PASS 0 Only $299 SAVE $10 ant! Enjoy a n you w Ski or ride whe vings. mountain of sa Regular season from $399.

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SENiOR SEASON PASS Only $199 SAVE $100 Now, skiers and riders 65 and better can afford to enjoy a few runs and then spend the afternoon on the sundeck.

Regular season pricing from October 12, 2010—from $299.

Sunny slopes, softer snow, and incredible value! Call 250.345.6070 and buy your pass today.

More details online. Add HST to all prices. Prices and programs are subject to change without notice.

THE NINTH ANNUAL EAST KOOTENAY

WINE FESTIVAL SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2010 6:30pm – 9:30pm • The Lodge at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

Experience an outstanding selection of the very best British Columbia wines and canapies, with more than 100 different BC varieties to sip and savour. Door prizes!

Tickets on sale now: $39 plus tax.

Festival Judging Packages including accommodation and winepaired gourmet dinner are also available.

Call 250.345.6070 to reserve your tickets!