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The Lions Hall in Invermere was alive with good cheer and fond memories on October 22nd, as approximately 90 invitees enjoyed a celebratory dinner and dance commemorating the 60th anniversary of The Lake Windermere District Lions Club.

The Lions Club was officially chartered on October 25th, 1951, said long-time member and historian of the club, Herb Seel.

The inaugural president, Ray Tippy, lead the club’s 24 original members as they took on many projects in the early days, including turkey shoots and blackout bingo events — anything to raise a little money to get things going.

“The club purchased the Morigeau property near Invermere in 1953 from the Provincial Government, a sizeable 243-acre property which would be the backbone of all the projects the Lions did,” said Mr. Seel.

The Lions continued to raise funds and give back to the community in a variety of ways. Ball diamonds were built as well as a shooting range, and in 1966 the Centennial Information and Arts building was started on the property, joining at the fence line of Lions Park. Once completed, the building acted as the Lions’ meeting hall for the next 47 years.

“In 1977, we spearheaded a drive to complete Lakeview Manor,” said Mr. Seel. “Lions were also involved in bringing television to the valley, and we partnered with the Rotary Club to run TV Bingo in the Invermere area.”

Both the Annual Elbow Valley Cycle event and the Lake Windermere and District Benevolent Society were established by the Lions in the 1980s, and in 1994 Co-

lumbia House was completed with 15 beds available for seniors needing long-term care.

In 2000, the Lions signed a lease agreement for their property with Copper Point Golf Club, which created a strategic partnership that allowed more fundraising opportunities for the community organizations supported by the club.

“Once we formed a foundation, we were able to collect funds and provide receipts,” said Mr. Seel. “We started a think tank committee which helped screen applications from community groups requesting funds.”

Many groups and projects have benefited from financial assistance from the Lions Club over the years, including the Windermere Valley Museum, Windermere Valley Ski Club, Valley Fitness Centre, Wilmer skating rink, Edgewater Seniors Society, and the Brisco Hall.

In recent years, the Lions have continued their commitment to the community, explained Mr. Seel, providing funds for a portable MRI machine for the Regional Health District, and the new fire truck which saw the Lions and the community raise $450,000. The Lions also have assisted in funding Pothole Park, and the new Lions Park behind the hospital.

Looking back over the history of the Lions Club, one can’t help but be impressed, said current president, Albert Larratt. The forethought and vision that was shown 60 years ago has allowed the Lions to be a very effective organization, he said, which in turn has helped out many community groups and initiatives that wouldn’t have otherwise been successful.

“I believe in Lionism and the work that is done worldwide. Any interested individuals are welcome to come forward and join our organization. It is very rewarding to be able to help out our valley.”

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Radium chamber re-brands with tourism focus

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff In an almost unanimous decision, Radium Chamber of Commerce members have voted to re-brand the chamber, creating a new tourism board to focus on increasing visitor numbers, marketing the village and improving visitor experience.

The Radium Hot Springs Tourism Association was officially formed after chamber members voted 35 to three in its favour at their annual general meeting on October 11th.

As one of the province’s 14 tourism-driven communities, the move is in line with the direction the village was already taking, explained Graham Kerslake, the newly-elected Tourism Association Chair.

“In most municipalities the chamber is the primary focus, but in Radium tourism has become such a high priority,” he added. “I think the move is just a natural evolution which recognizes the importance of tourism programs in Radium ... tourism really is the lifeblood of so many businesses here.”

But while the chamber will not continue in its current form, the tourism board will take on many of its duties as part of their role and the needs of the business

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community will remain well-served, Mr. Kerslake emphasized.

The new board’s focuses will be establishing policy for development of tourism, running the Visitor Centre, administering the Hotel Room Tax collected by the village, and branding and marketing Radium to help grow the profile of the village.

“Tourism has become our leading economic driver and we needed to streamline the operation,” said Dee Conklin, Radium’s Mayor. “We need to put heads on the beds in all of our motels and accommodations.

If they are full, the rest of the village and the valley benefits.”

ALL CHANGE — Graham Kerslake is the chair of Radium’s new Tourism A focus on branding and economic Association, created to enhance tourism in the village. Photo by Kate Irwin development is in line with what the comas vice chair, Rod Conklin, as secretary and Kerstin Mcmunity desires, she added, based on the responses of residents to a survey conducted by the village Cauley as treasurer. ““There’s a real sense of excitement and a desire to be during the creation of their Official Community Plan.

After the creation of the Tourism Association, the involved with the changes taking place in Radium,” Mr. chamber then held a vote for its new executive board, with Kerslake added. “We’ve got one of the busiest visitor cena record-breaking 14 members standing for seven spots. tres in the province and part of the excitement is seeing Mr. Kerslake of the Village Country Inn, will be joined by what we can do to enhance that visitor base. There are Leann Laisnez, of Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House, many opportunities out there for Radium.”

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff The Rotary Club of Invermere has plans to spruce up the crossroads at the entrance to Invermere, in the hopes of providing a warmer welcome to the community for visitors and residents.

Working with the Ministry of Transport and local horticultural organization, Groundswell, the Rotarians are looking to create decorative beds on two patches of land on the side of Highway 93/95, beneath the Invermere sign and beside the BC Hydro Athalmer substation.

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Groundswell are helping to advise on hardy, non-invasive plant species in a variety of colours to help make the two small patches of land more attractive. The timeline for completion of the project is spring 2012, just in time for the increase in visitors the area experiences over the summer.

“It feels like the area says ‘welcome to Invermere industrial park’ and we want it to say ‘welcome to our community,’” Mr. Turnbull added. “This is part of the Rotary’s community service to try and help make this a better place to live.”

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• On October 27th, Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a disturbance complaint involving an intoxicated man attempting to pick fights in the 200 block of Subdivision Road. Police discovered a 30-year-old man on the road, highly intoxicated. He was arrested and lodged in cells, leaving in the morning with a ticket for public drunkenness under the Liquor Act. • On October 27th at 4 p.m., officers received a complaint of disobeying a flag person at the intersection of Highway 93/95 just outside Invermere. On two occasions a 53-year-old driver from Radium failed to obey the stop signals from a flag person who was attempting to control traffic to ensure the safety of workers. Police attended the driver’s home and issued a ticket.

• On October 27th at 11 p.m., police responded to a complaint of a break-and-enter and theft from Windermere Family Pantry. A good description was given to the police from a witness and a 30-year-old man was found hiding in a local field. The man was intoxicated and became combative with the police and advanced toward officers. He was tackled and placed under arrest and will appear in Invermere Provincial Court in January.

• On October 29th, a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act was executed at a residence on Dehart Road, Invermere. A number of marijuana plants were seized, and a 39-year-old man and 37-year-old woman were charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and production.

Over analyzing With over 35 years service I have the habit, while listening to people talk, of quickly sizing things up and analyzing what is being said, why it’s being said, and what the person’s getting at before they finish their state-

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• In the October 28th edition of The Pioneer, in our Meet The Candidates segment it was incorrectly stated that Paul Denchuk has lived in the Columbia

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ment. A word or gesture can give you a good clue. Police work 101: analyze. Unfortunately this habit of mine also surfaces when the wife is talking at me.

A couple of weeks ago, while out for dinner, small chatting, the large shrimp cocktail arrives. Two plates. I asked Bev if she would like to have some of the shrimp and in response got, “We have been married for 33 years and........” (*freeze frame here or pause) I went into police mode. I was analyzing this and number one, this was not our anniversary (pretty sure it’s in the summer) and not being our anniversary, when my wife started off with, “We have been married for 33 years”, it wasn’t going to be good. If she said it was 33 years there was no need for me to back up and do the math.

Then I got to thinking, maybe she is starting to like our living arrangements and has plans that may impact my retirement and may suggest I should start thinking of working another 10 years. I quickly analyzed our relationship and concluded, we’re good, no worries.

Then I analyzed the short-term and played back the chit chat in my head. Absolutely nothing I did or said since we sat down had me worried. After doing the analysis I concluded I had no idea where this was going and should probably stand my ground and protest my innocence.

She completed the sentence with “...in those 33 years have you ever seen me eat or enjoy shrimp?” (*pause to analyze). I was thinking: met her August 16th, 1977 in the backyard of her parents’ place — she was wearing a blue jumpsuit, dark blue if I remember correctly. Some may be impressed that I recall the day. It was a traumatic day for me. Elvis died. Quick 33-year review and I had to confess, I had no idea. It was time to go into my husband mantra “you’re right, I’m wrong. Sorry.”

How many of you guys out there who have been married for 33 years can say you aren’t still learning new things about your spouse? Note to self: do not over analyze in the home environment.

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Longtime resident has left her mark on the valley countless hours of her time towards the improvement and success of the centre. Her familiar face in the classes, amazing sense of spirit and vitality will be missed very much.”

Longtime valley resident, dedicated mother, Georgina was dedicated to her family, and engrandmother, and driving force behind the Valley Fitcouraged them to live an active, healthy lifestyle. She ness Centre, Georgina DuBois, has lost her battle with had a large garden that she would tend tirelessly, rebrain cancer, passing away on October 31st at the Incalled Michael, and she spent as much time travelling vermere and District Hospital. She was 69 years old. the world as she could.

Georgina moved to the valley from Maidstone, “She has easily been to more than 25 countries,” Saskatchewan in 1951 when she was nine. Her family he said. “You name a place and she’s been there twice. purchased a farm in Windermere, and in 1957 estabShe lived a remarkable life.” lished the Shadybrook Campground on the property, Together, Bill and Georgina had three sons, who, which is currently being run by her son, Michael. in turn, provided her with six grandchildren. She was She graduated from David Thompson Secondary School and received a teaching degree from the Univer- GEORGINA’S LEGACY — Georgina and her husband Bill in her glory with her grandchildren, said Michael, and sity of British Columbia in the early 1960s. Georgina with their six grandchildren. Left to right, Spencer, Bill, Kaylee, was overjoyed to spend time with them any chance she could get. met her future husband, Bill, in the Columbia Valley, Katrina, Georgina, Teagan, Ashley and MacKenzie.

Photo submitted With her extensive work throughout the commuand they solidified their relationship while attending nity, the organizations and initiatives that benefitted university. from Georgina’s energy are too plentiful to list. She She then taught in the Lower Mainland and Kamguiding it through the process of becoming a non-profit loops before moving back to the valley full time in 1970, society and even loaning the society money to help se- was actively involved in minor hockey, cub scouts, the Windermere Community Association, bridge club and when she and Bill purchased Shadybrook from her par- cure the building. ents. She continued to teach elementary school in both Simply put, without Georgina’s tireless commitment was a seasons pass holder and ski friend at Panorama for Windermere and Invermere, and then worked as the the Valley Fitness Centre would not be here, said Helen 40 years.

What friends and family will remember most is Geormanager of the Valley Fitness Centre from 1987-1992.

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During her time at the fitness centre, Georgina was “Georgina also served on the board of directors, was gina’s positive energy and great sense of humour and the the driving force behind saving the struggling enterprise, president of the society for 15 years, and volunteered lasting legacy she has left for the Columbia Valley.

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Imagine all the people

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff

With the world population hitting the milestone of seven billion earlier this week, according to the United Nations, the phrase “celebrating 7 billion” has been plastered across the international media. Ceremonies have been held in maternity wards across the globe as we pat ourselves on the back for this somewhat dubious achievement.

But as the planet’s numbers swell beyond any previous level, there is also a healthy dose of concern over the capacity of the Earth to meet the needs of so many people.

Demographers say it took until 1804 for the world to reach its first billion people, and over a century more until we hit 2 billion in 1927. Switch to the modern day and the gap has narrowed to just 14 years until another billion human beings have entered existence.

While the burgeoning population is a testament to the improved healthcare and living conditions enjoyed in modern times, these conditions are not enjoyed by all. Water, food, sanitation, healthcare and education are the staples of life in western civilizations, but of the halfmillion ‘seven billionth babies’ celebrated on Monday, many will struggle to access those resources.

India’s ‘seven billion baby’, Nargis Yadav — born in one of the country’s poorest regions — is just one example. Born into a country which could soon overtake China as the world’s most populous nation, her parents are poor villagers struggling to earn $100 a month. Despite their hopes that Nargis attend school and become successful, they have no means by which to ensure her future. They are not alone.

With the world population more than doubling in half a century, almost every other problem is becoming much more difficult to solve and resources are becoming increasingly stretched.

When Lennon wrote the immortal lyrics “imagine all the people sharing all the world” in 1971, the population of the planet was just 3.8 billion. I wonder whether his vision would have been this expansive.

Teepees by moonlight In this image, taken on Invermere’s Fort Point in 1922, three traditional First Nations teepees shine brightly through the darkness, lit up by the fires inside. If you have any more information on this or any Historical Lens photo, e-mail us at info@cv-pioneer.com.

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Jumbo is not the only local issue Dear Editor: To the Invermere election candidates: thank you for the commitment you have made to our town by running in the election. By now, I am sure you have all been asked for your opinion on the Jumbo Glacier Resort. Before you place too much focus on this question, please be aware that I, as a voter, am not interested in hearing your opinion on the resort.

I believe you are as entitled to your opinion as I am to mine. However, I also believe this question has no place in our local election. We have many important issues to discuss right here in our town.

I would like to hear what you think the current council has done well, so that I know you’re in touch with how our community is run. I would also like to hear what you think could be improved in our community, so that I can judge whether or not your priorities are in line with mine, and hence, I should vote for you. If you insist on viewing the Jumbo question as a deciding factor in the election, I can only conclude that you are not in touch with local priorities, and not a good choice for council.

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Watersports Association clarifies objectives Dear Editor: I would like to thank Ms. Campbell for her letter in The Pioneer on October 28th and for the opportunity to better clarify the objectives of The Lake Windermere Watersports Association (LWWA).

In her letter, Ms. Campbell mentioned that the “lack of engagement (by second homeowners) can only be due to the failure of responsible participation ... over the past several years.” I could not agree more.

I had the opportunity to attend my first Lake Windermere Management Committee (LWMC) meeting recently and one of the board members, a long-time second homeowner here, echoed this sentiment stating that he was never consulted or included in local issues so he took matters into his own hands, got involved and discovered the information he desired by himself.

Involving oneself in these matters, being well informed and engaging in the process is key to ensuring that one’s interests form part of the final solution. That is precisely why the LWWA was formed. Our mandate is simple: to provide a conduit of information, clarify misconceptions and to be a meaningful part of the process. It is our belief, in the spirit of community cooperation, that it is far more productive to be a part of the process than to complain about the results after the fact.

A meeting in Calgary was only one suggested solution on how to better engage second homeowners, but by no means was it the only way to gain inclusion. It is our desire to work cooperatively with the LWMC to enhance the public consultation phase of the plan and to add

to the process, not to break it down.

As to Ms. Campbell’s other queries, Akiskinook Resort, Timber Ridge, The Cottages in Lakeview Meadows, Mountain Heights, Lakeview Meadows and Terra Vista are just some of our local communities that either hold or have held Annual General Meetings, Special General Meetings or regular council meetings in Calgary.

We are grateful to the Lake Windermere Ambassadors for the work they have done and their contribution as it pertains to water monitoring. The health of the lake is paramount to our efforts, as are all forms of continued recreational opportunities — motorized and otherwise.

I am not sure if any of our membership have ever participated in Ambassadors’ organized shoreline clean-ups, but everyone contributes to this end by either participating in such events, maintaining their property’s shoreline, or paying community association fees which employ staff to maintain, clean and beautify their community shoreline, beaches and marinas.

It is my hope that this response helps clarify the LWWA’s objectives. Thanks to the continued cooperation from the LWMC, we are making great progress and appreciate the invitation from the LWMC for one of our members to sit on the management board — that spot will be filled shortly.

This will go a long way toward cooperative solutions from the widely varied users of our lake and to maintain the health, integrity and enjoyment of the lake for now and for generations to come.

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By Joshua Estabrooks Pioneer Staff The winter recreation potential of Lake Windermere is well known to residents of the Columbia Valley, but plans are underway to increase the profile of winter activities in the valley and develop some new attractions to make for a fun-filled winter on the ice.

This spring, the Invermere Business Committee began brainstorming ways to help support and develop a more year-round approach to tourism in the Columbia Valley, which would, in turn, help local businesses avoid the current ‘feast or famine’ economic situation.

The concept centres around expanding and improving the Whiteway under the new Winter Village on Lake Windermere Initiative, explained Interim Business Committee Chair, Justin Atterbury.

This winter, the plan is to double the width of the Whiteway to five metres, which will earn it the Guinness World Record title for the largest maintained ice surface in the world. The title is currently held by the Rideau Canal in Ottawa.

“Capturing this title will get massive amounts of national press to our area and when that happens we will be able to draw attention to all of the other amazing things our valley has to offer,” Mr. Atterbury explained.

To maintain the expanded Whiteway, the Invermere Business Committee has begun fundraising initiatives to help establish a paid maintenance position for the facility and the complimentary infrastructure also planned for the lake this winter. The committee has also purchased an ice-resurfacing machine, which will be towed behind a tractor, and 100 metres of hose for flooding the ice.

“In addition to widening the Whiteway, we want to build 12 pond hockey rinks, a curling sheet for beginners and experienced curlers, a snow golf course, a designated dog park, or, at the very least, baggie stations near and around all of the facilities, a track for racing, and a snowball park,” Mr. Atterbury explained. “The snowball park will include different obstacles and bunkers for organized snowball fights.

“We also realize that ice fishing has a long and popular history on our lake and we wanted to make sure we

ICING ON THE CAKE — This map shows the location for some of the proposed changes to the ice on Lake Windermere. The Invermere Business Committee is hoping to have the new facilities up and running this winter.

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Although the plan is ambitious, Mr. Atterbury admitted, it is one that he and the Invermere Business Committee believe is possible and feasible, even if it isn’t all completed this first winter as everyone is hoping.

“So far we have received very positive feedback on these ideas,” he added. “We are still looking for local businesses that would like to get involved in sponsoring a rink or a particular section of the Winter Lake Village.”

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Resident frustrated over lack of mail-in voting

By Joshua Estabrooks Pioneer Staff For many residents of the Columbia Valley, the months between the busy summer season and the fast approaching snow of wintertime are a time to pause, relax, and take a much needed vacation.

A lot of these shoulder season travellers choose the months of October or November to leave town, running the risk every three years that they my no be able to vote in their municipal election.

To address this issue, many municipalities, the Village of Radium included, have instituted a mail-in voting process so no one has to miss out on casting their ballot, or is forced to rearrange their travel plans.

But Invermere resident Joan Rouse was disappointed when she discovered that she would miss out on voting in this year’s election, as the municipality has not implemented a system of voting from a distance.

“My friends and I feel that not only is it important to have a say in our local politics, but that it is our duty to vote for Mayor and Council,” Ms. Rouse explained.

“If the elections are always to be in November, a large number of the local population will never have a say in this matter. We are all tax payers who may or may not have issues that we wish to have addressed, this is our way of making certain that we get a chance to be heard,” To institute a mail-in vote, the District of Invermere would have needed to start the process over the summer, explained Chief Administrative Officer, Chris Prosser, but the demand was simply not there from the public.

Now that requests are being received to create a mail-in vote for Invermere, the municipality will record each request and discuss them when council prepares for the next election in 2014, he added.

Residents like Ms. Rouse, however, are disappointed to miss the chance to vote this time around and feel that the option should be available regardless of demand.

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By Pioneer Staff Voters in the Columbia Valley will get three chances to meet with and pose questions to their prospective candidates this month, as the Rotary Club of Invermere, the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce and Meet On Higher Ground in Radium will be hosting events.

The Rotary’s all candidates forum will be held on Monday, November 7th at 7 p.m. in the David Thompson Secondary School auditorium — with a

question and answer session and lively discussions.

The Chamber’s all candidates forum will take place on Thursday, November 10th at 7 p.m. in the Invermere Community Hall. The evening will include a debate between both Mayoral candidates for Invermere, followed by a meet and greet for all candidates in the valley.

Radium residents will have the chance for a more informal chat and mingle with their candidates at Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House on November 13th from 2-4 p.m.

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As you may know, teachers in our district are part of a province-wide job action as negotiations continue to reach a new collective bargaining agreement after ours expired at the end of the last school year.

Teachers have decided on a job action that is focused on pressuring management while maintaining services to students.

Teachers are not performing some of their regular duties, including supervision of recess and buses and attending administrative meetings. Teachers are not engaging in the normal flow of written communication between teachers and administrators.

As parents, you may have noticed little of this, because of what teachers are still doing. Classes are still in session, extra-curricular activities are going ahead, and schools remain vibrant centres of learning. Teachers are planning, teaching, marking, evaluating and supporting students as they usually do.

Parents can rest assured that the lines

of communication between home and school remain open. Teachers will continue to communicate progress through means other than administration-mandated report cards, including phone calls, e-mails, meetings, notes and marked assignments.

If your child requires extra support to complete a course or subject, teachers will communicate with you about their needs.

Supporting your child to be successful at school is still paramount to teachers. Please contact teachers directly if you have any questions about your child’s progress.

Just like parents, teachers do not want to see education disrupted. Most of us are parents, too. Teachers are at the bargaining table, working to end this dispute with a negotiated collective agreement that shows respect for the profession and respect for public education. We hope this is resolved soon with a fair and reasonable settlement.

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What’s Happening in the Columbia Valley

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

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Staying cool Julianne Beddie, 9, from Invermere practises her arm positioning with Danielle Elford, of the Columbia Valley Figure Skating Club, at the Kootenay Regional Development Camp on Saturday, October 29th. A group of 20 young people took to the ice at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena to work on their spins, jumps and edging ready for showcases and competition.

Photo by Joshua Estabrooks

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A film chronicling the plight of British children forcibly relocated to Australia.

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Tuesday Nov 15 - The First Grader

The true story of an 84-year-old Mau Mau veteran in Kenya who enters Grade 1 to learn to read. 7pm at Pynelogs. Tickets $10 at the door.

Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.

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

Movie Review: Crazy, Stupid, Love Reviewed by Emily Rawbon Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is a 40-something husband who is happily married to his high school sweetheart, Emily (Julianne Moore). However, Emily doesn’t feel the same way and quite clearly states that she wants a divorce, while trying to order dinner at a high-end restaurant. Oh, the public shame!

On the ride back home, Emily decides to add insult to injury by admitting to having an affair with her co-worker, David Lindhagen (Kevin Bacon). How does Cal respond to this crisis? Well, like any 40-something nerd wearing New Balance shoes and a corduroy suit, he excuses himself and decides to jump out of a moving car. Ouch!

Facing a life of loneliness, Cal mopes his way to a high-end singles bar where we are introduced to Jacob

Palmer (Ryan Gosling), an incredibly handsome and chiseled ladies man who is everything that Cal isn’t.

Remarkably, Jacob decides to take Cal under his wing and show him how to stop being a victim and take back his manhood. In short, Cal learns how to become an ass, which becomes incredibly relevant when he hooks up with his son’s eighth-grade teacher (Marisa Tomei).

Needless to say, the parent/teacher interview was rather embarrassing. Oh, and the Scarlet Letter reference was a nice touch.

At this point in the movie, I had an incredible urge to hit the stop button, go to bed and offer the flick a four out of 10 heads review. Why? I am not a fan of Steve Carell. I find his humour pretty lame and his roles seem to be the same old same old.

However, something rare happened during this romantic comedy that deviated from the standard Holly-

wood formula: plot twists, character development, witty dialogue, and seemingly irrelevant story lines all tied together in a twisted, fun, funny and heartwarming story.

Yes, the movie starts out slow, but I’m happy to admit that it gets better and better. As Hannah (Emma Stone) so bluntly states, “I know what happens in the PG version of tonight.”

These loveable characters and their idiosyncrasies when faced with highly improbable situations leave us with a very entertaining movie. If you make it through the slow start, you’re sure to enjoy!

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Monday, November 7th:

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• 6 p.m.: 4 week flow yoga program starts at Columbia Ridge Rec Centre. $25 per person.

• 6 - 9 p.m.: Ladies Night Out at Details by JoAnne and Three Bears Gift Shop. Door prizes and goodies.

• 7 p.m.: All candidates forum in preparation for the Municipal Election on November 19th at David Thompson Secondary School theatre. Hosted by Rotary Club of Invermere.

Toby Theatre

Tuesday, November 8th:

• November 4th - 5th, 7th - 12th, 7:30 p.m.: Real Steel.

Due to a restructuring of movie film distribution in Canada, the Toby Theatre will only be open for one movie per month this fall and winter. For info: http://Tobytheatre.com.

• 7 p.m.: Cinefest at Pynelogs series presents Oranges and Sunshine at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. $10 per person. Tickets for sale at the door.

Friday, November 4th:

• 1 - 2:15p.m.: Seniors Day at Invermere Public Library. Pick up and drop off at Columbia Garden and the Manor. For info: 250-342-6416.

• 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.: Advance voting at the Municipal office, 914 - 8th Avenue in Invermere and at the Village office, 4836 Radium Boulevard in Radium. For info: 250-342-9281 or 250-347-6455.

• 6:30 p.m. Fall Supper at Invermere Community Hall. $15 Adults, $6 Children 5-12, Children 1-4 years of age free. Hosted by Catholic Women’s League and Knights of Columbus.

Saturday, November 5th: • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (or whenever the beef is gone): 19th annual Beef-on-a-Bun at Invermere Home Hardware. For info: 250-342-6908.

• 12 noon - 3 p.m.: Ski Swap hosted by Windermere Valley Ski Club at the Invermere Community Hall.

Check-in equipment between 9-11:30 a.m. Club Concession and registration.

• 5-6:30 p.m.: Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser at Christ Church Trinity in Invermere. Hosted by Windermere Valley Shared Ministry Outreach Committee. $10 per person or $25 per family. All proceeds go to House of Grace Orphanage in Northern Uganda. For info call 250-342-9860, or visit www.lindafoundation.com.

• 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.: 10th Annual East Kootenay Wine Festival at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. $49 per person. For tickets and info: 250-345-6070.

Sunday, November 6th: • 10 a.m.: 3rd Annual Mini Ekiden Relay Race for the Library at Pot Hole Park. Three person teams, or individual runners and walkers. Kids welcome. Distances

Wednesday, November 9th:

Thursday, November 10th: • 12 noon: Soup, bun and dessert with tea and coffee at Invermere Seniors Hall. $5 per person. For info: 250342-0327.

• 7 p.m.: All candidates forum in preparation for the Municipal Election on November 19th at Lake Windermere Memorial Hall in Invermere. Hosted by Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce. For info: 250-342--2844.

Friday, November 11th: Branch #71, Windermere District and Branch #199, Edgewater invite your participation in their joint services of Remembrance. Invermere: • 10:30 a.m. Parade forms outside Legion.

• 10:35 a.m. Parade moves to Cenotaph Park.

• 11:30 a.m. Parade leaves Cenotaph Park.

• 11:35 Parade dismisses at Legion Edgewater: • 3:45 p.m. Parade forms outside Legion

• 4:00 p.m. Parade moves to Cenotaph Park • 4:30 p.m. Parade leaves Cenotaph Park • 4:40 p.m. Parade dismisses at Legion • 5:30 p.m.: Wings and ribs dinner at Royal Canadian Legion Branch #199 Edgewater. Tickets $12 adults, children under 6 free. For info: 250-347-0044.

Saturday, November 12th: • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: First annual Columbia Ridge Christmas Market at Columbia Ridge Community Hall with local vendors. Runs every Saturday until December 10th. Interested vendors contact Jan: 250345-0321 or ronaldjan@shaw.ca.

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

Sunday, November 13th: • 2 - 4 p.m.: All Candidates Meet and Greet at the Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House in Radium Hot Springs.

• 7 p.m.: Cinefest at Pynelogs series presents The First Grader at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. $10 per person.

Tickets for sale at the door.

Tuesday, November 15th: • 7 p.m.: Cinefest at Pynelogs series presents The First Grader at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. $10 per person.

Tickets for sale at the door.

Thursday, November 17th: • 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Advance voting is available at the Municipal office, 914 - 8th Avenue in Invermere.

For info: 250-342-9281.

Friday, November 18th: • 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Golden Rockets at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For info: www.rockieshockey.com.

Saturday, November 19th: • 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.: General voting in the Municipal Election at Lake Windermere Memorial Hall. 709 10th Street, Invermere and at Radium Seniors Hall on 4863 Stanley Street in Radium Hot Springs. For info: 250-342-9281 or 250-347-6455.

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

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Young artist wins Kelowna drawing contest with certificates by the mayor, Sharon Shepherd.

In addition to the main prize and her certificate, Georgia also received a $25 A budding young artist from Invercheque and her very own piece of stone mere has enjoyed the chance to see one of along with a rock carving kit. her creations permanently etched in stone “It’s really cool to win — lots of peoin downtown Kelowna after winning the ple are going to get to see my drawing,” city’s Rock Tattoo Competition last month.

Georgia said. “Everybody in Kelowna will Georgia Mikkonen, 9, was in shock be going by — it’s really exciting!” when her family received the phone call The contest is not Georgia’s first artisin mid-October congratulating her on betic venture. She loves to draw during her coming one of the 10 contest winners — free time, whether at school or at home, she didn’t even know that her artwork had and particularly enjoys designing dresses. been entered.

Finding inspiration for the competiAfter hearing about the youth comtion was easy, Georgia explained. petition over the summer while visiting “The contest said draw something you her aunt, Georgia put pencil to paper and created a drawing of herself in a fishing READY TO ROCK — Georgia Mikkonen from Invermere, alongside Kelowna’s may- enjoy doing in your spare time and I was boat to fit the contest’s recreation theme. or, Sharon Shepherd, proudly displays her contest-winning drawing which will be per- thinking about fishing anyway — that’s But, unknown to Georgia, her aunt, Tania manently displayed on a stone sculpture in downtown Kelowna.

Photo submitted when it came to me to draw a picture of me in a fishing boat,” she said. “It was reMadore, then submitted the piece to the ally cool to see it carved into the stone.”

Kelowna Sculptors Network Society, where Dalke. “I’m so proud of her. It’s a pretty big deal!”

The artwork of all the winners has been sandblasted the drawing beat some stiff competition to win one of Georgia, the only winner from outside Kelowna, the top spots. travelled to the city last week, meeting up with the nine onto a large piece of marble which will be placed some“When we got the phone call saying ‘Georgia won other contest winners to see the finished piece. They where in downtown Kelowna alongside works from budan art contest’ it was quite a surprise — my first response were honoured at a special ceremony in front of the city’s ding and veteran sculptors created throughout the sumwas ‘really, what contest?’,” said her grandmother, Debbie Rotary Centre for the Arts, where they were presented mer months as part of the Art Rocks in The City festival.

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Tip a glass at the East Kootenay Wine Festival Joshua Estabrooks Pioneer Staff Celebrating its tenth year, the annual East Kootenay Wine Festival at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort will take place on Saturday, November 5th, boasting over 50 wineries from around the province and more varieties to choose from than ever before.

The idea behind the event started as a way to bring a taste of the famed Okanagan wine region a little closer to guests and residents of the Columbia Valley, and it has been growing steadily ever since, said Festival Coordinator, Erin Dowsett.

“Whether you are new to wine or not, this is a great event to come out to and try some different varietals.

We have expanded the event to include wines from other parts of the province as well.”

The festival kicks off on Friday night with a fivecourse wine paired dinner. The wines are selected based on the results of a blind tasting that occurs at the previous year’s festival, and includes introductions from Fairmont’s Head Chef, Greg Godfrey, for the food and wines being poured.

“If you’re new to pairing it is a good experience to see what wine goes best with certain types of food,” said Ms. Dowsett.

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A local cycling society is hoping to raise the profile of mountain biking in the Columbia Valley, starting with the official creation of a 34 kilometre multi-use trail near Panorama Mountain Village.

The Columbia Valley Cycling Society, a local non-profit group, is seeking to upgrade the existing Brewer Creek and Silver Moose Trails near the resort community, and gain an official designation for the route as a multipurpose cycling and hiking pathway. Improvements would also allow for back-and-forth hiking and PEDAL POWER — The Columbia Valley Cycling Society has revealed plans biking between Invermere and Panorama. to seek an official biking designation for the Brewer Creek and Silver Moose If funding can be secured, this will be Trails near Panorama and make trail improvements.

Photo submitted the first step toward the society’s goal of for the recently-approved Kloosifier Trail. The group creating a selection of world-class biking trails in the area for local users, and to attract mountain plans to add Brewer Creek and the Silver Moose Trails to their responsibilities once completed. bikers from around the globe.

With a dedicated team of volunteers and seasonal “We’re trying to build upon the cycling community already in the Columbia Valley and provide more rid- trail maintenance staff already in place thanks to the ing opportunities,” said Adrian Bergles, President of the society’s 112-person membership, finding a work crew Columbia Valley Cycling Society. “We envision Brewer should not be a challenge, Mr. Bergles explained.

“We have a wealth of talent to draw from, all folks Creek, which has been used by cyclists for more than 15 who are Columbia Valley locals and passionate about years, being a premier high-alpine mountain biking opmountain biking,” he said. “We think the Brewer Creek portunity, which will help put this place on the map as a Trail has excellent environmental qualities which we cross country biking destination.”

The group’s proposal includes upgrading the exist- want to help preserve.”

The overall project cost is estimated at $110,000, ing trails to International Mountain Biking Association standards, including the construction of several small with $30,000 in financial support already secured from bridges spanning the creeks on the route, and a biologi- the Panorama Foundation. The group is also seeking cal survey to determine whether increased trail use is en- funding from other local and regional sources, in comvironmentally sound. The cycling society already main- bination with local fundraising. With financial support tains and manages legally-designated trail systems at and a legal sanction, the trail could optimistically be Mount Swansea and the Johnson Trail and will also care completed by the end of summer 2012, Mr. Bergles said.

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Panorama awarded for putting employees first

By Joshua Estabrooks Pioneer Staff The accolades continue to pour in for Panorama Mountain Village, which has just been announced as the winner of a province-wide employment award. This spring, the resort received the Mountain Resort of the Year award from the BC Alpine Association, and now this week the ski hill’s progressive attitude towards its workforce has garnered it the Employees First Award from go2, BC’s tourism and hospitality human resource association.

The Employees First Award recognizes BC tourism industry employers that demonstrate exceptional standards of human resources and people management.

“We realized immediately that to deliver the quality of guest experience we wanted, we needed to create a company culture committed to delivering exceptional experiences,” said Panorama Mountain Village’s CEO and President, Rick Jensen. “The only way to build that culture is to invest in our employees creating both personal and professional growth.

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Panorama’s strategy focuses on engaging employees, and has resulted in a 60 per cent seasonal return rate — important when operating a large business in a rural location, said Nicole Morgan, Panorama Employee Experience Manager.

“Being a rural resort operator, establishing a workforce of our size throughout the year involves a lot of resources and effort,” she said. “The recognition of being an employer of choice will drive the development of our recruitment and retention practices, making the process of hiring, training and developing staff that much easier.”

Everyone at the resort is proud of the achievement, she added, and it will serve as one more reason for prospective workers to come and join the team.

“We are very proud to share this award with all our staff,” Ms. Morgan said. “Being a year round resort, with every season, new teams are developed and trained by our core staff and this award recognizes all their efforts in making this happen.”

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the District of Invermere that an Elector Registration (for voting day only registration) election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor, four Councillors, and one School Trustee for a There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at three-year term commencing December 2011 and terminating December 2014, and that the the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: • • •

Canadian citizen Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day Resident of OR registered owner of real property in the District of Invermere for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and • Not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

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

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

Advance Voting Opportunities Advance voting will be open at the Municipal Office, 914 - 8th Avenue on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm and Thursday, November 17, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm.

Chris Prosser, Chief Election Officer

MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname MILLER TAFT

Usual Names AI Gerry

Jurisdiction of Residence Invermere Invermere

COUNCILLOR – Four (4) to be elected Surname ANDERSON ATTERBURY BRYDON DENCHUK DUNN HAWES McGRATH STEVENS UNGER WILKER

Usual Names Greg Justin Ray Paul Rob Spring Dave Stephanie Richard Dale

Jurisdiction of Residence Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere Invermere Coy Rd., Invermere Upper Lakeview Rd., Invermere Westside Rd, Radium Invermere Invermere

VOTING DAY ONLY REGISTRATION Resident Elector There is no need to pre-register to vote, as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. The District of Invermere conducts its elections using “Voting Day Only Registration” and therefore does not maintain a voters list.

You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the qualifications to vote, and, Resident Electors MUST produce two pieces of identification to the election staff at the voting place.

The identification (at least one must provide a signature) should prove both residency and identity.

Acceptable identification includes (two) of:

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the District of Invermere on Saturday, November 19, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location: Lake Windermere Memorial Hall 709 - 10th Street, Invermere BC

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BC Driver’s License Invermere Tax Notice ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents

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Social Insurance Card BC Identification Card Credit Card Utility Bill

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BC CareCard or Gold CareCard Citizenship Card

Non-Resident (Property) Elector A Non-Resident Property Elector will be required to produce acceptable identification, as well as proof of ownership of the property in question. If there are other owners of the property you must also have written consent from the majority of all of the owners stating that you are the one owner who is designated as the Non-Resident (Property) Elector for that property.

Property registered in company/corporation names do not qualify under the Local Government Act to vote in this municipal election.

IMPORTANT: Please be prepared to produce either a 2011 copy of your Land Title or your Assessment Notice or other evidence satisfactory to the Chief Election Officer, Deputy Chief Election Officer or Presiding Election Official when applying for a ballot on voting day, along with two (2) pieces of identification (at least one with a signature).

QUALIFYING TO VOTE There are two categories of voters who qualify to vote in a local government elections in B.C. Resident Electors and Non-Resident (Property) Electors.

A Non-Resident Property Elector qualifies to A Resident Elector qualifies to vote by vote by meeting all of the following criteria: meeting all of the following criteria: • You are not a Resident Elector of the • You are a Canadian citizen; Electoral Area; • You are at least 18 years of age, as of Novem• You are a Canadian citizen; ber 19, 2011 ; • You are at least 18 years of age, as of Novem• You have lived in BC for at least 6 months ber 19, 2011 ; prior to registering to vote; • You have lived in the Electoral Area for at least • You have lived in BC for at least 6 months prior to registering to vote; 30 days prior to registering to vote; and • You are not disqualified from voting because • You have owned property in the Electoral Area for at least 30 days prior to registering to you vote ■ Have been convicted of an indictable • You have been designated by the other offence for which you are currently in owner(s) of the property as the Non-Resident custody; or (Property) Elector for that property; ■ Have been found guilty of an election • Property has to be in an individual’s name offence • You are not disqualified from voting because you: ■ Have been convicted of an indictable offence for which you are currently in custody; or ■ Have been found guilty of an election offence

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November 4, 2011

YOUR MONEY

Advantages of existing preferred shares In our current low interest rate environment, many investors are searching for strategies to generate more income in their portfolios. With 10-year Government of Canada bonds yielding 2.3 per cent, other investments like dividend paying common shares and income trusts have gained popularity. However, many investors are uncomfortable taking on the additional volatility that common shares bring to a portfolio. For this reason, many investors have found that buying rate reset preferred shares on the secondary market can be an excellent strategy.

meantime, the shares trade on the stock market, which means investors are not locked-in and can sell their position at any time for whatever the market will bear.

Dividends In addition to potentially tax-saving capital losses, preferred shares pay tax-efficient dividends rather than fullytaxed interest. An individual with taxable income between Yield to maturity Yield to maturity refers to what an investment will $42,707 and $74,028 in B.C. will only pay 6.79 per cent return between the time it is purchased and the date it tax on eligible dividends, as opposed to 29.7 per cent on matures, taking into account the price it will mature at other forms of income, including interest. A person earnand all interest or dividends paid during that period. Us- ing less than $42,707 per year pays minus 2.87 per cent Manulife Incorporated = IDAthey will actually genonSecurities eligible dividends, which means ing our example of the TD Series E shares, if the shares are bought today at the market price of $27 andManulife TD erate a tax credit to be applied against inc. other=income.

Securities Investment Services MFDA What are they?

Bank decides to retire the shares at $25 on theirManulife reset Securities Insurance Inc. = INSURANCE Reasonable returns Rate reset preferred shares are different from ordi- date in two-and-a-half years, an investor will gain $4.29 Rate reset preferred shares are commonly issued by nary preferred shares, which pay a fixed dividend for the in dividends and lose $2 in capital on an original investlife of the investment. Instead, rate resets pay a fixed divi- ment of $27. This results in a total gain of 8.5 per cent or Canadian banks, insurance companies, utilities and other French corporations, and most currently yield between three and dend English for the first five years. At that time, the dividend is an annualized yield to maturity of 3.4 per cent. four per cent. While these yields may not seem that great, then reset to the Government of Canada five-year bond it should be noted that five-year Guaranteed Investment Potential for capital losses rate, plus a premium. Upon this reset date, issuing comCertificates (GICs) are yielding 2.8 per cent and are fully Investing in existing rate reset preferred shares may panies3/16" may also choose to retire the shares for the price at Minimum size to be used on business cards provide an even greater benefit, because existing shares taxable as income. Rate reset preferred shares also come which they were originally sold, usually $25.

For example, TD Bank Series E Rate Reset Preferred carry potential for capital losses. Using the TD Series E with the benefit of potentially higher dividend rates in the Shares were issued at $25 per share in 2009 and carried example, an investor buying the shares at $27 will only get future if the shares are not called in over time. an annual dividend rate of 6.25 per cent at issue. The $25 back upon maturity. While this generates a $2 capital Summary shares currently trade at $27 per share, and carry a yield loss, it is important to remember that the investor also Rate resetting in an environment of rising interest earned $4.29 in dividends and a total yield of 8.5 per cent to maturity of 3.40 per cent.

On April 30th, 2014, if TD Bank decides not to re- over two-and-a-half years. This capital loss can be applied rates means investors won’t get caught holding bonds tire the shares, the rate will be reset to the five-year Gov- to offset the tax owing on future capital gains or applied with coupons that may be deemed undesirable by the 1/4" of Minimum size to beplus used onper thecent. standard brochures against previous capital gains in the past three years. market, or with their money locked into low paying GICs. ernment Canada bond rate 4.37 In the sized

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Wednesday, November 16th 12:00 p.m.

Eagle Ranch Complimentary lunch to be served

Sara Worley Investment Advisor Insurance Agent 250-342-6441

Speakers will be: Neil Rawal, Vice President - Sales CI Investments And Charlene Wolthuizen, Director of Business Development Manulife Bank

Seating is limited. RSVP to Judy Sauve-Wilkins, Administrative Assistant, 250-342-2112

GIC Rates* as of October 31st

Cashable 90 day GIC 1 year 2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year

1.20% 1.40% 1.82% 2.05% 2.25% 2.50% 2.80%

*Rates subject to change without notice.

products and services are offered through Manulife Securities Insurance Agency (a licensed life insurance agency and affiliate of Manulife Securities) by Manulife Securities Advisors licensed as life agents. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company is 3/8" This size toInsurance on pieces where piece 12” thebe soleused issuer of the Manulife GIF Select insurance the contractwidth which offersof thethe IncomePlus benefiexceeds t and the guarantor of.any guarantee provision therein. Manulife Securities Incorporated is a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund.

Call us for local, friendly, professional free consultations! • Ph: 250-342-2112 • Fax: 250-342-2113 • 712-10th Street, Invermere

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November 4, 2011

Business Beats • All Dolled Up: Local nail salon and professional training facility All Dolled Up is holding an open house on November 21st from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. On offer will be promotions, prizes and discounts, plus the chance to enjoy local vendors Lia Sophia, Epicure, and Passion Parties.

“We’ll have save the HST on all products, 10 per cent off all prepaid and booked services, and door prizes,” said Carmen Hayward, All Dolled Up’s owner. “We have everything related to hands and feet, manicures, pedicures, gel nails and polish, and a good selection of bath and body products and gift ideas.”

For more information on All Dolled Up or to book services, call 250-342-3727.

• 2011 Best of Business Awards: A further 17 Columbia Valley businesses have been honoured at this year’s East Kootenay Best of Business Awards. Achieving the highest platinum award are: Tim Hortons, in the category Best Doughnut Place; Home Hardware, Hardware and Building Supply category; Design Cents,

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Winser Timber Ltd. Road Building Land Clearing Basement Excavation Water & Sewer

Screened Top Soil Sales & Delivery

• Bedding Sand • Drain Rock • 3/4 Crush Gravel • Landscaping Rock

• Screened Topsoil • Sand & Gravel • Subdivision Development

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Ph: 250-342-1377

E-mail: wintim@shaw.ca

November & December Specials

Home Staging/Interior Design category; Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd., in the Hot Springs Getaway category; and Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ltd., Kootenay Getaway Resort category.

Gold award winners are Radium Hot Springs Pools, in the category Hot Springs Getaway, and Scrappy Do’s, in the Scrapbooking Company category.

Silver awards go to Essentials Department Store, Fabric/Sewing Store category; Columbia Lake Lodge, Hostel category; Babin Air Ltd., Recreational Tour Company category; and Monkey’s Uncle Toy & Gift Co., Toy Store category.

Bronze award winners are Invermere Drycleaners, Dry Cleaner category; Winderberry Greenhouses and Nursery, Garden Centre category; RK Heli-Ski Panorama Inc., Helicopter Service category; Diamond Heating & Spas, Hot Tub/Spa Company category; OK Tire & Auto Service, Tire Store category; and Full View Curtains, Window Coverings category.

914 – 8th Avenue, PO Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Tel: (250) 342-9281 • Fax: (250) 342-2934

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE Pursuant to section 176 of the Local Government Act, the District of Invermere has authority to provide financial assistance to community groups. Council invites applications for financial assistance in preparation of its 2012 budget. The total budget allocation for grants is $10,000. Those groups or organizations wishing to apply for financial assistance are requested to make written application to the Council before November 10, 2011.

Application forms are available at the Municipal Office or our website www.invermere.net

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The Invermere Public Library Special storytime with author Trina Ayling reading her book:

“Miss Emily Goes to Bat” Friday, November 4th, 10:30 a.m.

250-342-6416 • invermere.bclibrary.ca

T

he Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley is now ready to accept applications for FOOD HAMPERS AND ANGEL GIFTS for Christmas 2011, to be distributed Tuesday, December 20th.

Application forms are available at The Family Resource Centre, Columbia Valley Employment Centre, Invermere Public Health Unit, Akisqnuk Health Centre, Shuswap Band Office, Canal Flats Headwaters Centre or 250-342-6752.

Deadline for requests is

Monday, December 12th.

To sponsor a family hamper, call Gail at 250342-6752 or Helen at 250-342-6789; or email Gail at hghoff@telus.net or Helen at hw6789@telus.net to register your commitment by Friday, December 9th.

To donate an Angel gift, visit the children’s and seniors’ Angel Tree in The Bargain! Shop (8th Ave. & 13th St. Location) after Saturday, November 26th or the children’s Angel Tree in Dairy Queen after Thursday, December 1st. Return wrapped and labelled gifts to the stores by the December 16th deadline.

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November 4, 2011

Village of Radium Hot Springs

NOTICE OF ELECTION

BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Radium Hot Springs that an election by voting is necessary to elect four Councillors for a three-year term commencing December 2011 and terminating December 2014, and that the persons for whom votes will be received are:

COUNCILLOR – Four (4) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Residence

Devlin Fischer Larsen Logan Reinhardt Verboom

Don Deborah J. Karen Leslie Todd Clara Ann Ron

Jackson Avenue Sun Valley Place Stanley Street Rivercrest Road Sun Valley Place Kirk Street

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING: Saturday, November 19, 2011 8:00 am and 8:00 pm Radium Seniors Hall, 4863 Stanley Street.

ADVANCE VOTING: Wednesday, November 9, 2011 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Village Office, 4836 Radium Blvd.

Wine Festival winners

By Pioneer Staff The Pioneer team would like to congratulate Darryl Stettler and Blair Robinson, the winners of our Wine Festival Contest.

Mr. Stettler and Mr. Robinson each win a pair of tickets to the Annual East Kootenay Wine Festival in Fairmont on Saturday, November 5th, courtesy of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Now in its 10th year, the East Kootenay Wine Festival is a celebration of British

Columbian wines with more than 50 wineries from across the province bringing over 100 of their newest and best vintages for taste testing and judging.

The festival will be held on Saturday, November 5th, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Lodge at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

A handful of tickets are still available for the event. To book call 250-345-6000.

Keep your eyes peeled for more exciting Pioneer giveaways and contests in the coming months.

NOTICE OF POWER INTERRUPTION RADIUM HOT SPRINGS Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 NOON MST When: Sunday, November 6, 2011

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

Please protect all sensitive equipment. We recognize the inconvenience this may cause, and will restore service safely and as efficiently as possible.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the majority of the property owners. Only one person can vote per property.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING Qualified electors may vote by mail if they: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at a voting opportunity, OR • expect to be absent from the Village of Radium Hot Springs on both the general voting day and the advance voting opportunity.

REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE: Before 4 pm on November 17, 2011 you must submit an Application to Vote by Mail to the Village office in person or by mail (PO Box 340, Radium Hot Springs, BC V0A 1M0), fax (250-347-9068) or email (Mark.Read@ radiumhotsprings.ca). Applications are available at the Village office, upon request, and on the Village website (www.radiumhotsprings.ca). Mail ballot electors will be required to submit a completed Elector Registration Form and consent from the majority of the property owners if they are seeking to register as a non-resident property elector.

Mail ballot packages will be available no later than November 1st. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 8 pm on Saturday, November 19, 2011.

Mark Read, Chief Election Officer (250) 347-6455

Shorten restoration time during a power outage by switching lights and electrical equipment off. Wait one hour after power is restored before switching on multiple appliances to allow the system time to stabilize.

Prepare for outages and stay informed by visiting bchydro.com/outages or bchydro.com/mobile from your handheld device. Please call 1 888 POWERON (1 888 769 3766) if you experience any electrical difficulties or for more information.

For 50 years, BC Hydro has been providing clean, reliable electricity to our customers. Today we are planning for the next 50 years by investing in new projects, upgrading existing facilities and working with our customers to conserve energy through Power Smart.

Learn more at bchydro.com/regeneration50

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

We will be making electrical system improvements in Radium on November 6.

To ensure the safety of our work crews, it will be necessary to interrupt electrical service for approximately 4 hours, from 8:00 a.m. –12:00 Noon MST. The area affected are customers directly WEST of Radium Substation off Prospector Avenue; the Canyon Campground SOUTH of the Substation; Kootenay National Park (not including the entrance buildings), all Subdivisions WEST of Columbia Avenue off Foresters Landing Road and the Canfor Mill.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION

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November 4, 2011

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HERE TO SERVE YOU FREE ESTIMATES

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(Owner/Operator)

Patryk Jagiello STAIN/LACQUER/PAINT INTERIOR/EXTERIOR patco_dev@shaw.ca Your search for quality and dependability ends with us.

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

Dean Hubman

Certified Technician

250-342-3052

Toll Free: 877-342-3052

Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net

Robert D. Harvey, Tax Specialist 30 Years of Tax & Business Consulting

• Personal Tax Preparation • Corporate Tax Preparation • Financial Statement Preparation

• Accounting • Business Consulting • Income Tax & Estate Planning

#302, 1313 • 7th Avenue, Invermere BC PHONE: 250-342-9285 • FAX: 250-342-0192

Ralf’s Fine Wood Finishing German Trained

250.342.9775 | c: 250.688.0152 ralfswoodwork@gmx.de

250-342-5800

(250) 270-0345 (403) 870-7558 in Calgary since 2002 in Invermere since 2004

Patco Developments Ltd. PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS

RADIUM HOT SPRINGS ESSO Automotive Repairs 7 days a week

GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL Freight & Passenger Depot

7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

(250) 347-9726

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

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

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Your Local

COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE

Professionals

Paul Glassford Sales Consultant $FMM t

Invermere, Windermere, Panorama, Fairmont and Radium Hot Springs

EACH OFFICE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Bernie Raven

MaxWell Realty Invermere 926-7th Avenue, Invermere, BC

www.teamraven.ca

Cell: (250) 342-7415 Office: (250) 341-6044 braven@cyberlink.bc.ca

Wende Brash Broker/Owner

RE/MAX Invermere Independently Owned and Operated 1022B - 7th Avenue, Box 459 Invermere BC V0A 1K0 E-mail: wendebrash@telus.net Fax: 250-342-9611

Glenn Pomeroy

MaxWell Realty Invermere 926-7th Avenue, Invermere, BC

Office: 250-342-6505 • Cell: 250-342-1300

glennpomeroy@shaw.ca

Cell: (250) 270-0666 Office: (250) 341-6044 Fax: (250) 341-6046

HERE TO SERVE YOU “Serving the Columbia Valley�

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

• Gel & Acrylic Nails • Coloured Gel • Nail Art Call Judy ~ 250-341-5245 • Days, Evenings, Weekends

250-342-1355

After Hours Call: 250-342-3830 Email: tayntonbay@hotmail.com

â– Lockout Service â– Lake Recovery â– 24 Hour Towing â– Prompt Service

Also offering FREE year-round pickup of unwanted vehicles

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

Warbrick Towing & Salvage

250-342-6700 • universaldoorsandexteriors@shawbiz.ca

GOT GOLD? GET CA$H TODAY!

Local buyer pays top dollar for gold or silver, jewellery, flat wear, etc.

Call Chris at

250-347-9305

FREE APPRAISALS!

warbrick@shaw.ca • Cell: 250-342-5851 VJ (Butch) Bishop Owner/Operator

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

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

CONTRACT OR HOURLY MACHINE RENTALS AVAILABLE

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November 4, 2011

Pioneer Classifieds

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

Friday at the Catholic Church, east side of Main Street, Radium. Call 250-342-2424 for more info.

ANNOUNCEMENT

Weekend Hours Trial at the Valley Fitness Centre

Windy Café . . .

NOW Open 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. until the end of December. (IF successful we will continue into the New Year) See you there!

is now open for lunch from 11:302:30 and Dinner as always from 5:00-9:00pm. Enjoy 10% off all orders.

The family of Jenny Weir is having a tea on November 12th, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Columbia Gardens.

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Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us.

Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7:15 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital)For information, please call Carol at 250-347-9841.

2nd Annual ARTS ALIVE CRAFT SALE at Pynelogs Cultural Centre, Invermere, Saturday Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Limited space available for vendors of fine art and crafts.

E-mail for application and information: info@blissbeads.ca

Cheers to Mike, Bruce and Chris at Mister Tire for smiling service even in unpleasant weather, when everyone is rushing to get their winter tires on.

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 250-3425297, 250-346-3011 or 250-3422100.

thank you Thank you to my family & friends for the kindness shown to me during my recent illness. Thank you for the flowers, cards, phone calls, letters, visits, and for all your prayers. Thank you to my dog sitters. A special thank you to my family who are always there for me.

— Fran.

cheers & Jeers

Georgina Nyline DuBois (nee Sholinder)

After a valiant fight with cancer, Georgina passed away on October 31, 2011 at the Invermere Hospital. She was born on March 18, 1942 in Ontario and resided in Windermere since 1951.

Georgina’s family was the most important facet in her life. She was married to Bill for 47 years and they had three sons and six grandchildren. Georgina’s other passion was her dedication to fitness and health; she was instrumental in starting and operating the Valley Fitness Centre. She was a teacher at Eileen Madson Primary for many years, and loved gardening in her large vegetable garden every year.

Georgina had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. When her children were young, Georgina was actively involved in minor hockey, Cub Scouts, and the Windermere Community Association. Her zest for life spilled over into many interests such as bridge, hiking, skiing and travelling the world, which she shared with many of her friends and family.

She will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her husband Bill, her children Greg, Michael (Christine), Brent (Tanya) and her six grandchildren whom she cherished: Katrina, Ashley, MacKenzie, Spencer, Teagan and Kaylee. Her siblings Carol McKay (Alex), Ralph Sholinder (Kelly), Arlee Romane (Delvin), Linda Byman, and Larry Sholinder (Aline).

A celebration of her life will be held at the Invermere Community Hall on Sunday November 6th, 2011 at 2 p.m. Donations in her memory can be made to the Valley Fitness Centre, the Whiteway, or another local non-profit recreational society of your choice.

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

Cheers to Shelley, Karl, Carver and the staff at Bud’s for putting on the best show ever! Grandpa

Jeers to the hunters who continually drop off their carcasses behind Munn Lake.

cheers & Jeers

Cheers to Jeremy T. You go above and beyond with your level of service and it made my day!

Cheers to all of the healthcare professionals, agencies, library, Groundswell, Family Resource Centre, Columbia Gardens and all the volunteers who made the flu clinic possible.

Cheers to the lady who found my wallet in the Sobeys parking lot and handed it into the customer service desk.

Cheers and best of luck to the health care assistant students who are graduating. You are confident, compassionate and competent.

Columbia House looks forward to working with you and our local residents are lucky to have you!

s obituary s Our Baby, Shayla Karen was born silently on October 25th, 2011 at 8:30 p.m. She will be sadly missed by her big brother Tristan; and parents Jason Wilisky and Charlene Miller; her Great Grandparents; Grandparents; Uncles; Aunts; and cousins.

For 37 weeks you developed inside me.

As I listened to your speedy little heart I imagined seeing your newborn face.

As I snuggled up against your daddy, You kicked him as if you said “Hello” Every decision was made with care; What color to paint, what new clothes you would wear, and the rocker in the corner that we would share.

We headed to the hospital – too soon.

Concerned and confused We were hopeful it was your time to come.

We’d finally meet our little girl.

How were we to know your last kick to Daddy was not meant as hello, but Goodbye.

Born still, we held you in our arms a short while.

“Forever our Angel too beautiful for Earth.”

Jeers to my neighbor who has the buck from their hunting weekend strung up in the tree in front of their house.

Jeers to Mysterio! You really let the team down. Make sure it doesn’t happen again.

COMMERCIAL SPACE Rent/Sell approx 2400 sq. ft. between Home Renovation Centre & Fitz Flooring. For more information please call Lorne at 250-270-0102.

864 sq. ft. warehouse space with loading dock, unheated, $625/ month. Available immediately. Call 250-342-3637.

For lease: approx. 3,000 sq. ft. 5037th Ave below Gone Hollywood and Valley Spas — Beside Back Door Wine Cellar. Overhead door/heated. $5.00/per sq. ft. triple net. Call 250342-0603 or 250-341-5845.

Cheers to the Windermere Army Cadet Corp. for donating the carved pumpkins to Columbia House. We really appreciate it!

For lease: approximately 2800 sq. ft. Across from the Invermere Post Office. Contact Gordon at 250-3429271.

Cheers to the ‘Mayor’ of Lake Enid.

Thank you for making our camping experience the best ever. Your kindness and knowledge is what makes the valley great!

Fairmont – 2 private office spaces for rent in Hot Springs Studio/Yoga/ Wellness Centre in the Fairmont Village Mall. Call Jan for more info 250-342-1195.

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NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate Controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

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

2 private office spaces for rent in D/T Invermere. Approximately 500 sq. ft. each. Please call John at 250409-4117.

For lease or sale 1200 sq. ft. 2 bay shop with fenced yard located Invermere Cross Roads on Hwy. 93/95. Excellent exposure, great lease options. Call 250-342-5667.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION Private room w/ cable, phone, laundry access, Internet, and all utilities included, $400/month + $200 DD, N/P, 250-342-4020.

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Shared Accommodation

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

Homes FOR RENT

Large 3-bdrm house on the lake in Invermere, furnished, sharing with one other, available with own bath, all appliances, $500/month, cable Internet, and utilities included, 250-342-1791.

Bright1-bdrm basement suite.

Close to schools & D/T, W/D, wood stove with wood. Looking for mature tenant. $600/month includes hydro. N/S in suite. 250427-0762.

Bright, furnished, 1-bdrm basement suite in Invermere. $550/ month includes utilities & cable, N/S. Single person preferred. 250342-0337.

Suite for rent

In Radium, long-term, cozy & bright. 2-bdrm, 2-bath trailer on private lots. All appliances including W/D large fenced lot with outbuildings for storage. $850/ month + utilities. Call 250-3423841.

Radium bachelor suite with laundry & kitchen. $350/month includes utilities. 250-347-6420.

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

Fireplace and W/D included in each unit. Long term preferred, NP. Utilities not included. $850/month.

Available immediately, 250-3420838.

Invermere – large, bright, 2-bdrm basement suite with separate entrance. Appliances shared, W/D, central location, 2 blocks to D/T, school, hospital. 3 blocks to groceries & beach. Pet’s ok, N/S, available now. $675/month + utilities. Call Grant 403-493-1245.

2-bdrm apartments, D/T Invermere, clean, quiet units, parking, walk to everything, Start at $775/month, N/S, references required, D/W, W/D hookups. Call Dennis, 250-3426912.

2 large 2 bdrm suites in Invermere.

Private entrances. Both very close to D/T and schools. Includes W/D, fridge and stove. $775/month + plus hydro other suite is $825/ month includes hydro. Available immediately. Phone 250-6881105.

RADIUM – Bachelor – 1-bdrm – 2-bdrm fully furnished units.

1-3 bdrm unfurnished apt. Rent includes heat, hydro, cable, and parking. DD required. N/S, pet’s possible. Call Joan at 250-3427517 for more information and availability.

3-bdrm, 1-bath large upper suite in Black Forest Heights. $1,050/ month includes utilities W/D, D/W. DD and references required. N/S preferred. Available immediately.

Call 250-342-9025.

Radium, 2-bdrm apartment, D/T, bright. $850/month with hydro, 5 appliances, DD required. Call 250347-6420.

Radium, brand new, furnished lower level suite for rent. 2-bdrm, 2-bath, lots of windows, bright and clean. Available immediately, N/S, N/P. $750/month + utilities.

250-342-3790.

1-bdrm lower level walkout suite.

Lots of windows, close to D/T and beach includes W/D, N/S. $825/ month utilities included. 250-3423790.

Beautiful 1,200 sq. ft. luxury apartment 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appliances must be seen. N/S, N/P $1,200/month + hydro. References required. Available immediately.

E-mail panacheinteriors@telus.net or 250-342-5805.

2-bdrm basement suite in Canal Flats with private entrance, N/S, N/P. $700/month utilities included.

250-349-7568.

1-bdrm suite for rent in Westridge Estates. Fully furnished with insuite laundry. Spacious, bright walkout with patio. Available December 1st, N/S, N/P. $650/ month includes utilities. 250-3428755.

Farimont, 2-bdrm, 1-bath suite.

W/D, fully furnished, excellent location, N/P, N/S. $750/month + utilities (wireless Internet, water & cable included). Call 250-2700043.

Windermere, stunning lake view 1-bdrm suite on upper floor. $800/ month. 2-bdrm Walkout suite for $700/month including utilities.

Available immediately until the end of May. Call Jessie for inquires 250-688-0061.

Kinsmen Beach, fully furnished, 1-bdrm suite for rent. Cozy, clean, bright, quiet with laundry, $500/ month + 1/3 hydro. No partiers, N/P, N/S. Call 403.688.1972 or 250.342.0008.

2 large 2-bdrm furnished suites for rent. Upper & lower, walk to town & schools. Great views, wood stove, private entrance. $699/month & $799/month utilities, cable and Internet included. 403-678-3087.

Radium Hot Springs - Available Nov 1st. Large, bright 1 bdrm & 1 bath walkout suite w/private entrance, 6 appliances. $700/month + Hydro, not including water. N/S, N/P, $350 D.D. See Kijiji.ca Ad ID 324735009. Call 403-651-9346 or e-mail larch3@telus.net Front Walkout Suite furnished or not located in the Wilder subdivision. 1-bdrm + office, private entrance, 5 min. to Kinsmen Beach and D/T. In-suite Laundry, 3 piece bath, new oak kitchen with all appliances, N/S, N/P. $700/ month hydro and water included.

Looking for a mature professional.

Call 403-796-6218.

Homes FOR RENT

In Radium

Long-term, cozy & bright.

2-bdrm, 2-bath trailer on private lot. All appliances including W/D, large fenced lot with outbuildings for storage. $850/month + utilities. Call 250-342-3841.

2-year-old Invermere T/H for rent.

3 bdrm, 3 bath, 5 appliances, developed basement, 2 f/p, large deck with spectacular views.

Beautiful kitchen with h/w floors. $1050/month + utilities. Open house every Saturday. Call 403703-0930.

Wilmer: 2-bdrm log home, large fenced yard and detached workshops, perfect for couple or 2 singles. Small pets welcome.

Some furnishings. Wood heat on main + basement oil furnace and W/D. $1,000/month. Available immediately. Call to submit application with references. Ed English 250-342-1194 or Jan Klimek 250-342-1195. janklimek@ shaw.ca. edenglish@shaw.ca.

3-bdrm, 1-bath home for rent in D/T Invermere with nice yard, N/S, N/P. Available immediately. $1,350/month + utilities. Call 250341-1182.

Windermere house for rent. 2 bdrm, 2 bath. $1,200/month + $600 DD & references required.

Available November 1st. Home is also available to sell $290,000. For more info call 250-498-6298.

1,200 sq. ft. mobile home for rent in Juniper Heights. 3 bdrm, 1 bath. Security deposit & references required. Quiet, non-smoker, cats allowed but no dogs. $800/month.

Available Novemer 1st. Cal 250427-2700.

Fairmont Hot Springs 3-bdrm, 2-bath, 1,600 sq. ft. home. All appliances, some furnishings.

Available immediately, references and DD required. $1,350/month.

250-764-9354.

3-bdrm 2-bath home in Dutch Creek (near Fairmont) 5-appliances, unfinished basement, gas fireplace, N/S, N/P, family preferred. $850/ month + utilities. Call 250-2701400.

2-bdrm, 1-bath T/H in Edgewater.

End unit with deck and yard.

Available November 1st. $800/ month + utilities. 250-341-8775.

2-bdrm-farm house with wood stove for rent at Spur Valley.

Available immediately. $500/ month + hydro. 250-347-9185.

Homes FOR RENT

Homes FOR RENT

FOR RENT

3-bdrm, 2-bath, 2000 sq.ft. unique home in Athalmer. Huge front yard and lots of storage for toys. End of road so total privacy. DD required. $1,250/month + utilities. Call 403-680-6999. collinroadwarrior@ gmail.com.

INVERMERE: Lake Windermere Pointe starting at $900/month; furnished or not; pool, underground parking, elevator and much more.

WINDERMERE: Furnished 2 bdrm. cottage for October 1. Nice yard! $900 plus utilities.

INVERMERE: 2 bdrm. furnished condo, storage room, central location at $800 plus utilities.

BLACK FOREST VILLAGE: 2 bdrm. unfurnished town home, long-term at $900 plus utilities.

RADIUM: 4 bdrm. home, unfurnished long-term, no pets or smoking at $1350 plus utilities.

CANAL FLATS: Newer 2 bdrm. town home $850 plus utilities.

Contact Dave or Eric

250-342-4040

www.FirstChoiceRentals.ca

Luxury home for rent, 2+1 bdrm, 2 full bath, 1400 square foot bungalow located in Castle Rock Estates, Invermere. Stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, huge 13 foot island, HE laundry set, gas fireplace, hot tub, large sundeck with stainless steel BBQ, partially finished walkout basement with plenty of space and storage. Shortterm lease (6 months, Dec 1 – June 1). $1,700/month including long distance telephone + utilities.

N/S, N/P, mature single or couple preferred. To view (on weekends only), please call Nicole 403-4726684 or 250- 342-9362.

2-bdrm + den T/H in Invermere.

Fully furnished, garage, gas F/P. $1150/month + utilities. Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-688-0362.

Kijiji.ca Ad ID 325061998.

Radium 2-bdrm 1-bath villa.

Furnished or unfurnished. Garage & storage space. Awesome deck & view. $950/month+ utilities. Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-688-0362.

Kijiji.ca Ad ID 321267416 4-bdrm + den furnished cabin in Fairmont (Dutch Creek) with amazing river views. Quiet location, large recreation room, wood F/P. $1100/month + utilities. Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-688-0362.

Kijiji.ca Ad ID 324747855.

6-bdrm, 4-bath, suite overlooking lake in Wilder subdivision. 3000 sq. ft. plus all new granite bathrooms and kitchen. Very private with best view in Invermere. DD required.

Available November-April. Call 403-680-6999. collinroadwarrior@ gmail.com.

Log home on acreage and lake on Toby Bench. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appliances, 2 F/P, woodstove.

Some pets ok, smokers welcome.

Available immediately. $1,000/ month + DD + utilities. 250-3420848.

3-bdrm, 3-bath T/H in Radium Hot Springs with 6 appliances, W/D, F/P. 1st month FREE with 1 year lease. $995/month + utilities. 403-2201423 or s.couture@shaw.ca.

3-bdrm + 1.5/bath + den and sunny deck. Quiet street, close to D/T & beach. Available immediately, N/S, N/P. $925/ month + DD. 250-342-3948.

INVERMERE – 5-bdrm, 4-baths, 4000 sq/ft, all appliances, A/C, double garage, 2 decks, view of lake, walking distance to school and town, N/S. $1,800/month + utilities. Available immediately.

403-609-0870.

Windermere 3-bdrm mobile home, 5 appliances, large deck in yard, quite street close to schools & beach. $800/month + utilities.

403-286-1132.

condo FOR RENT Hillcrest Apartments has 2-bdrm apartments, $800/month, utilities included, fully furnished, all in 250341-1182.

3-bdrm, 2-bath Condo in Pinewood Complex in Radium. $800/month includes utilities. N/S, N/P, and available immediately. 403-4728992.

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condo FOR RENT Windermere Lakeview Meadows Spacious, luxury, 3-bdrm, 2½-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, $1,800/ month, includes heat/AC, + basic utilities. Rent-to-own options. Available immediately.

250-688-0512.

Luxury living at Bighorn Meadows Resort overlooking the 18th green at the Radium Springs Golf Course. Rent as a 2 bdrm, 2 bath (approx. 1,300 sq. ft.) or add the lock out to rent as a 3 bdrm, 3 bath (1,694 sq. ft.)

Fully furnished unit with well equipped kitchen. Includes living room, dining room, kitchen, 1 king bed, 1 queen bed, 2 full bath, A/C, electric F/P, W/D, utilities, cable TV and WiFi. Lockout includes 1 king bed, full bath, kitchenette, A/C. Wrap around deck has a gas grill. Amenities include outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. Sorry N/S, N/P. For photos & additional info visit www.longtooth.ca. 2 bdrm rental $1,550/month; 3 bdrm $1,750/month with 1 year lease + 1 month DD. Willing to negiotiate rate for 55+ mature responsible couple. Call 403-880-7846 or info@ longtooth.ca.

Invermere Parkside Condo: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appliances R2000 energy efficient. Walk anywhere.

Available immediately. $900$1000/month + utilities, N/S, small pets negiotable, DD & references required. 250-342-0853 or info@quiniscoe.ca.

1-bdrm, 1-bath condo with den in Pinewood, Radium. Amazing mountain views. Includes utilities, propane, and internet. A/C, underground parking with storage locker, N/S, N/P. $600/month.

Available immediately. 250-2029654.

condo FOR RENT

HOMEs FOR SALE

wanted

misc. FOR SALE

services

1-bdrm + den condo at Akiskinook.

10 minute drive to Invermere.

Renovated, fully furnished & equipped. Indoor pool. $750/ month includes hydro, cable & internet Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-6880362. Kijiji.ca Ad ID 324745004.

Central Radium, close to golf course! Fully renovated, 6-bdrm home – like new! Stunning kitchen, suite potential. For full details visit www.propertyguys. com ID#266165. 250-347-9399.

Car-less lady seeking larger wheeled stroller to haul groceries etc. for reasonable price. 250-3426127.

40 gallon white Bradford Defender high altitude propane water heater. $400. 403-678-8491.

Phil’s Carpentry, Everything from roofs to decks, completion of basement and bathrooms. Phone 250-341-8033 (cell) – 24/7. Not on valley time.

Quaint 1100 sq. ft. home for sale in Edgewater. Close to elementary school & river. Large 80 ft. x 200 ft. lot with mature trees.

Excellent access with both side and back alleys. Fully renovated & new electrical. Asking $283,000. For full details and pictures visit www. propertyguys.com ID#266210.

250-409-9130.

Quality Top Soil and Manure.

Top Soil $160/dump truckload, $70/pick-up load. Manure $100/ pick-up load, delivery extra. Call 250-342-1268.

1-bdrm, 1-bath + den in unfurnished condo at The Peaks in Radium. $750/month includes utilities. Hot tub access. Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-688-0362.

Kijiji.ca Ad ID 324747105.

Executive 2-bdrm, 2-bath, open concept R2000 Condo fully furnished downtown Invermere.

Includes all appliances, heated floors in bathrooms, electric fireplace and top of the line BBQ. $1,300/month includes utilities.

Available immediately. Please email dcordery@cogeco.ca or call 416-709-4590.

1-bdrm condo near Sobey’s $600/ month. 2-bdrm condo $625/ month. N/S, N/P. Call 250-3426255.

Edgewater 1300 sq. ft. home with undeveloped basement 2-bath, 2-bdrm with attached deck & carport. $239,900. To view call 250347-9813.

condo FOR SALE Ski to your door, fully furnished 1-bdrm condo, F/P, deck, heated parking, swimming pool, and hot tubs. Tamarack Lodge, Panorama, BC, $115,000 Firm. Call 250-3426858 after 6 p.m.

1-bdrm, 1-bath condo furnished in Radium. N/S, kenneled dog ok. Nanofibre, storage, parking, play area. $550/month + utilities.

References & DD required. 403870-2805.

3-bdrm T/H with fully developed with walkout basement, garage, heat pump, wood trim throughout, custom window coverings. Indoor/ outdoor pool and fitness center.

360 degree mountain views, 2 minutes from Kootenay National Park and Hot Pools. Minutes to swimming, boating, downhill and cross country skiing, hiking and a variety of golf courses for every ski level. $298,000. Call 250-3420183.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

wanted

For sale in Edgewater, 11.254 acres with older home, 3 connections for town water. Asking $500,000. 250845-2566.

Renovating? I need used oil furnace Clare Bros or similar. 4 ft. x 4 ft. x 2 ft. 110,000 BTU. Call 250-347-9668.

Jade Landing – Canal Flats 3-bdrm, 2.5-bath, living room, family room, all appliances. $800/month + $800 DD. Available immediately.

Call 412-398-5737 or potter.jodi@ zoominternet.net.

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE 2002 Winfield Mobile Home occupied for 4 years. Good condition. Must be moved! Porch and propane tank included. $50,000. 250-342-6188.

Do you have a cheesy old velvet painting gathering dust in your basement? Well how would you like to contribute that old gaudy piece to one of the fastest growing velvet painting collections in the valley? Nothing is too old or too small, if you have one you’d like to get rid of, please give Josh a call @ 250-341-6299.

misc. FOR SALE

302V8 + 3SPEED TRANSMISSION MODIFIED MOTOR to many extra’s to list. Best Offer. 250-341-7393.

700R Chevy Transmission custom built originally paid $3,000.

Best Offer. 250-341-7393.

Firewood! Birch, Larch, Fir & Pine cut, split, delivered. ½ cords & full cords starting at $150. Call 250688-0143.

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

Top quality Hay and Straw, alfalfa/grass round bales. Call Elkhorn Ranch. 250-342-0617.

Leveling kit for 2003-2006 Dodge Ram. $300 OBO. 250-409-9130.

Hot Tub Rentals Week or Weekend Rates. Valley Spas, 250-342-3922.

Queen sized bdrm suite (natural solid oak) comes with headboard, footboard, frame, night table & dresser. $375 obo. Hexagon coffee table (dark solid oak) $150 OBO. 250-347-9171.

Aluminum deck railing, price dependant on quantity. 2-person hot tub $200 OBO. 1995 Ford truck bumper $100 OBO. Spiral stair case $200 OBO. 250-342-3569.

17 ft. Nova craft outfitter Canoe for sale with prospector hull design in excellent condition. $850. Call 250347-6455.

VEHICLES for sale 1986 CHEVY ½ TON, no motor, LOTS OF ACCESSORIES. Best Offer.

MUST GO! 250-341-7393.

1992 Dodge Eagle FWD comes with winter tires. $800. Call 250-3479234.

Cast iron woodstove. Asking $750 OBO. Call 250-342-9390.

Silver 2005 Toyota Echo Hatchback for sale. Excellent condition with 267,000 kms. $5,500. Call 250347-2488.

Sammy’s Garlic Farm! Organic hardneck garlic still available. $10/ per lb. Call 250-342-3921.

2001 Saturn SC1 for sale. Runs and drives great. 140,000 kms. $3,500 OBO. 250-688-1055.

Double glass, double casement window RO 84” x 48”. 2 lever operated casements 46” x 22” (all wood), good condition. $150 OBO. 1,100 litre steel steel fuel/heating oil tank, no leaks, good condition. $200 OBO. Call 250-342-7313 after 6 p.m.

Computer desk & chair in excellent condition $200. White acrylic vanity sink with back splash 30” x 19” with faucet $35. 250-345-0065.

Toyo G-02 Winter Tires 235/60/r16 used on Ford Freestar. 30,000 kms on tires complete with rims. $200.

250-347-6482.

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

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

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.

Environmentally friendly products.

Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca.

Blow-Out Prices Check out the “Misc. For Sale” “We recently used Shannon’s Blinds & Designs and have to say our experience with Shannon was exceptional! From her professional approach and advice right down to the installation . . . .we couldn’t have asked for better service. We were very happy with our end result and would highly recommend her to anyone. Jacques and Shelly Chasse, Invermere.”

Shannon’s Blinds & Designs (250)342-5749 shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca

recreation vehicles

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

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services

services

help wanted

help wanted

help wanted

Renew & Restore Professional tile and grout cleaning, re-grouting, repair and sealing of tile, grout, slate, and stone. Commercial and residential. 35 years experience.

New installations also available.

250-341-5645 refreshtile@yahoo.ca.

ODD JOBS ENT. HAULING Garbage, brush and construction disposal. Mulch deliveries. Call Dale Hunt: 250-342-3569

Come join Toby Creek Adventures in the Tourism Industry for a fun and exhilarating work environment.

We have 2 positions to fill.

Please send resumes to: info@tobycreekadventures.com or fax 250-342-0419 www.tobycreekadventures.com

Rare opportunity is available at Lake Auto for F/T year round mechanics or mechanic’s assistant position. Reply in person with resume to Lake Auto or by fax 250342-6020.

Supervisor Retail

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.

Dryer vent, furnace cleaning and inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

LBO Autobody Your Fender Bender Mender & The Valley Shine Shop Keep your vehicle free of salt and road grime; have it detailed. Basic – deluxe packages available. Drop in for a free estimate on paint and body work at #35 109 Industrial Rd. #2, 250-342-9696.

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

Executive Typing Services, Over 20 years word processing experience. Resumes, manuals, data entry, and more. Accurate and fast! 250-270-0254.

Red Rock Contracting Masonry work, river rock walls, glass blocks, etc. Tile and slate, installations, interlocking paving stones, retaining wall systems, repairs, etc. For estimates call 250341-6869.

Invermere Sharpening Carbide and steel sharpening services. Carbide saw re-tipping.

Saw blades, router bits, planer knives, hole saws, ice auger blades, knives, scissors, and much more.

250-341-5447, 345 Blair St., Athalmer.

Local Website Design: Designer seeking new clients, specializing in small to medium websites, blogs or portfolios. Initial meeting and quotes are free. www. eggplantstudios.ca.

Hawt Pawz N Clawz Pet Grooming located in Radium is now booking appointments! Call Michelle 250347-2412.

help wanted Part-time job, Full-time income potential.

It’s true! Work as much or as little as you like. Earn 30% commission as an independent representative selling sterling silver jewellery.

Along with the trips and free jewellery, being an independent representative is also a fun way to earn some extra money. Call me to find out how 250-341-5956.

1) Toby Creek Adventures in Panorama B.C., is looking for mature, enthusiastic and reliable individuals who would like to learn to become a snowmobile guide.

Persons must be familiar with snowmobiling and must posses the following minimum requirements: Valid Level 3 First Aid or equivalent first aid certificate, Canadian Avalanche Level 1 or 2. In-house training starts beginning of December.

2) Toby Creek Adventures is seeking a full time mechanic. Individuals must be current with latest technologies in snowmobiles and ATVs.

F/T or P/T hairstylist wanted at Valley Hairstyling. Call 250-3426355.

Love the mountains? Ski to work!

One Mile Hut is seeking F/T Cook/ Barista for the Panorama Resort.

Must be able to perform in a busy kitchen and host après ski parties with style. Must be motivated, talented, and love the mountains.

Strong skier/boarder is essential.

Starting wage is $11.75/hour.

Send resumes to jaqandray@telus. net or call 250-341-1399 or more information.

Please call 250-341-6299 to place your classified ad.

(FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR) Invermere Location Permanent, full-time, flexible, completion of high school.

Experience an asset. $12.50/hour, 40/week with benefits.

Duties are: • Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of staff • Estimate and order ingredients and supplies required for meal preparation • Prepare customer food orders • Establish methods to meet work schedules • Maintain records of stock, repairs, sales and wastage • Train staff in job duties, and sanitation and safety procedures • And all other related duties • Must be flexible and reliable.

• Excellent customer service

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INVERMERE, BC WILL BE OPENING IN EARLY 2012!

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If you are interested in a career that works, visit us online at

www.marks.com or email your resume to john.stevens@marks.com Mark’s offers competitive wages, benefits for both full-time and part-time associates, bonus opportunities, flexible schedules, excellent discounts at MWW and Canadian Tire along with career advancement opportunities.

This position requires an individual with a class 3 licence with air brake certification, safe driving skills and a clean driving record. They will be able to efficiently load and unload building materials, able to work well with other staff and possess good customer service skills.

This position is full-time and includes an excellent benefit package. To apply, bring your application/resume to the store or apply on line at www.invermerehardware.ca. We look forward to meeting with you.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 29

November 4, 2011

TRAVEL CONTEST

On the road again As winter creeps across the Columbia Valley, some of our readers have been seeking sunnier climes along with their trusty copy of The Pioneer in the hopes of winning a two-night stay in Calgary and tickets to a Flames game, courtest of Invermere’s Travel World.

Pictured, clockwise from left: Pat and Tom Summers in Troy, Turkey, a world Heritage archeological site; Mary Smith visiting her old country school of Trafalgar, five minutes east of Lloydminster, Saskatchewan-Alberta; Kayla Pike (left) and Madison Ukass in Guelph, Ontario.

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

914 – 8th Avenue, PO Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Tel: (250) 342-9281 • Fax: (250) 342-2934

REPRESENTATIVE TO THE RECREATION SOCIETY BOARD The Council of the District of Invermere is seeking 2 more Representatives to the Columbia Valley Recreation Society Board.

This volunteer position will work closely with other members of the board regarding the operation of the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

Interested persons are requested to submit letters of application and brief resumes including reasons for interest and related experience to Mayor and Council District Of Invermere P.O. Box 339 (914 – 8th Avenue) Invermere, BC, V0A1K0 Interested persons are asked to please have their letters submitted to the District of Invermere no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 7th, 2011.

914 – 8th Avenue, PO Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Tel: (250) 342-9281 • Fax: (250) 342-2934

We are hiring for the following position:

Events & Sales Coordinator Qualifications required: • • • • •

Administration of sales and catering contracts Solicit, quote and negotiate new contracts Experience in food & beverage and Delphi Effective communication and organizational skills Ability to work mornings, evenings and weekends as required For a full job description please visit: http://www.hcareers.ca/seeker/search/ view?jobAdId=26E843BF22615A89

Resumes can be emailed to careers@copperpointresort.com, faxed to 250-341-4001 or dropped off to 760 Cooper Road.

POLL CLERKS AND COUNTERS NEEDED FOR THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION The District of Invermere is looking for people who are interested in helping with the local Municipal Election on Saturday November 19th, 2011 as poll clerks and counters.

Election Officials must be a minimum of 18 years of age and may not be a candidate or the spouse, sibling, parent or child, or grandparent or grandchild of a candidate running in the 2011 municipal election.

If you are interested, please submit a letter of interest to Chris Prosser, Chief Election Officer c/o the District of Invermere 914- 8th Avenue PO Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

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November 4, 2011

The story of Invermere’s Lakeview Manor

By Eileen Fiell Special to The Pioneer Most residents in this valley know the Manor or have at least heard of this residence on Tunnacliffe Heights, Invermere. But most do not know the story of how and why this rental facility came into being. Back in the 1970s, the local Lions Club members could see that there was a need locally for affordable housing for senior citizens.

President Henry DeLesalle formed a working committee of Lions Club members which became known as the Lake Windermere Senior Citizens Association. This group dedicated many hours to planning the location, funding and constructing the facility. No doubt, the Ladies Lions were on hand giving advice and moral support when the project seemed very slow in coming to completion. Their support continues each Christmas when the Lady Lions prepare and serve a wonderful festive dinner for all the residents of the Manor.

In May 1975, the Senior Citizens Association was officially registered under the Societies Act. The name changed in August 1996 to the shorter and more appropriate “Lakeview Manor Society”. The Society oversees the management of the Manor and is a non-profit organization comprised of nine volunteer directors, some of whom are Lions Club members.

When the Manor was built, there were 14 onebedroom suites and 10 studio suites, which were later upgraded to one-bedroom. Vacancies have been virtually non-existent since opening and at times the waiting list has exceeded capacity. In recent years demand has slowed somewhat, and vacancies are not always quickly filled.

The Lakeview Manor Society’s mandate is to assist el-

FEELS LIKE HOME — Invermere’s Lakeview Manor provides affordable accommodations for seniors.

Photo by Kate Irwin derly citizens and others deemed in need of low-cost housing. Potential eligible residents can be 55 years or older, with an income meeting the limits set by the Society and B.C. Housing. More applications are always welcome.

The Society’s current focus is in on the acquisition of a lift for the building. The need is ever increasing for those residents living on the second level. The Board of Directors is also seriously investigating the cost of installing a Medi-Chair elevator designed to assist with the stairs.

Residents of the Manor enjoy the beautiful blooms of fellow tenant Alice Tegart and the feathered visitors attracted by the bird feeders belonging to local historian, Ray Crook.

If you have never been to Lakeview Manor and would like a tour of the building, feel free to call and any one of our directors or our manager, Phil Gillard, will be happy to show you around and explain the way it runs like one big happy family.

“Let Peace Be Their Memorial” The Presidents and Members of the

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #71, Windermere District and Branch #199, Edgewater invite your participation in their joint services of Remembrance

Friday, November 11th, 2011 at the Cenotaph in Invermere and Edgewater

In memory of more than 117,000 Fallen Comrades Those wishing to pick up wreaths to be placed at cenotaph please do so at Legion: 10:00 am Invermere, 3:15 pm Edgewater

• Boer War, 1899 – 1902 • WWI 1914 – 1918 • WWII 1939 – 1945 • Korea 1950 – 1953 • Afghanistan • Peacekeepers

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Invermere

Edgewater

10:30 am

Parade forms outside Legion

3:45 pm

10:35 am

Parade moves to Cenotaph Park

4:00 pm

11:30

Parade leaves Cenotaph Park

4:30 pm

11:35

Parade dismisses at Legion

4:40 pm

The Royal Canadian Legion would like to thank the general public for their generous donations to the Poppy Fund.

November 4, 2011

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 31

Valley Churches

FAITH

The pathway to heaven

By Father Jim McHugh Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church I believe that all of us want to get to heaven; but that not all of us are prepared to get there.

This week’s gospel is Matthew 25 1-13, the ten bridesmaids and their lamps. Five of them were prepared and five were unprepared. When the bridegroom came late that night, the five prepared bridesmaids had oil for their lamps, but the unprepared ones demanded that they share their oil — the prepared bridesmaids refused and told them to buy their own.

This parable has relevance in today’s society as well, in many ways. We rush around excitedly doing things to make our lives more comfortable and convenient, but do we no-

tice the little things we leave behind in the excitement?

We look forward to retirement, so we save up and perhaps ignore the camping trip with our family; we rush out of the door for work on Sunday morning and neglect to tell our family that we love them. We schedule our children’s day like a work day, school for six hours, sports for two, supper, dancing, etc. These are secular activities and alhough important, they are not everything. Are we also ensuring our lamps of faith are being properly cared for?

There are 168 hours in the week, 56 for sleep, 48 for work/school, and three-six (even 10) for extra activity — leaving between 64 and 54 hours in the week for family.

We are busy, and some people may think they are too busy to spend time with God and the church; or maybe people simply forget that even Jesus went to synagogue on the Sabbath. His parable this week reminds us that we have a goal: heaven. We need to ensure our lamps are trimmed and full of oil so that we do not have to scramble to get ready at the last moment and end up like the bridesmaids, locked out of the banquet because they were unprepared.

It only costs one hour each week to top up our lamp oil. Is that to high a price for Christ’s banquet?

Chasing the puck The Columbia Valley Rockies’ Jayson Cannell goes for goal during a game against the Creston Valley Thunder Cats on Saturday, October 29th at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. The final score in the game was 8-1 against the Rockies.

Photo by Joshua Estabrooks

Public Notice of Smoke This public notice is to advise that as part of the right-of-way clearing for the Columbia Valley Transmission Line , slash piles will be burnt to deal with the waste wood material. The affected area will be from the Toby Creek Road near the existing Hydro Substation north to the Bugaboo FSR Road. Burning will commence October 24, 2011 and will continue until completed.

Ignition of burn piles will only occur when venting is considered acceptable by the Ministry of Environment. We will monitor our burning and try to minimize the impact to the public while achieving the requirements of our contract. Thank you for your understanding. Any questions or concerns please contact Mark Dascher, Project Manager at (250) 344-0507.

Lake Windermere Alliance Church Sunday, November 6th, 10:30 a.m.: Worship and Life Instruction, “G.P.S. (GIVE, PRAY, SERVE)”...

Pastor Trevor ministering.

“K.I.D.S” Church, for ages 3 - to Grade 1; and Grade 2 to Grade 5, during the Morning Service.

Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED 9 a.m.: Worship at All Saints, Edgewater 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Interim Priest In Charge, Katherine Hough 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.info or www.christchurchtrinity.com Valley Christian Assembly Sunday, 10 a.m.: Worship and Word Kids’ Church provided.

Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com Roman Catholic Church Saturday: 4:30 p.m. at St.Anthony’s, Canal Flats. Father John Kellogg Saturday: 7 p.m. at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere Sunday: 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium Father James 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 Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 Radium Christian Fellowship Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Thursday 7 p.m. Fun Night 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

Selkirk TV & Appliance • Kitchenaid • Inglis • Whirlpool • Roper

Panasonic Pioneer Cell Phones Electronics & Service Christian Books, Music & Misc.

1229-7th Ave., Invermere

250-342-6415

WE HAVE A WINNER! Congratulations to

WAYLEN HOVEN

of Spruce Grove, AB. for winning our 1967 Dodge Monaco classic car raffle.

We would like to thank everyone who purchased tickets to this year’s raffle.

Your support is greatly appreciated.

SUPPORT ROCKIES HOCKEY!

You can remember someone special with your gift to the Canadian Cancer Society To donate In Memory or In Honour: www.cancer.ca | 250-426-8916 or call toll-free 1-800-656-6426 or mail to: P. O. Box 102 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Please include: Your name an address for tax receipt Name of the person being remembered Name and address to send card to

Let’s Make Cancer History

www.cancer.ca

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November 4, 2011

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Buy now and take the savings! Call 250.345.6070 * Voucher exclusion: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Real Estate and Timeshare purchases. Supply is limited while stocks last. Vouchers are non-refundable.

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