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Bighorns are provincial champs By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff Just five years ago, the Columbia Valley didn’t even have a football team, and now, the relatively new Columbia Valley Bighorns can be proud to call themselves provincial champions. After a showdown with the defending champions and previously undefeated Vernon Magnums, the Bighorns came out on top with a 13-7 win to secure the Southern Interior Football Conference provincial championship on Saturday, November 12th in Kamloops. “I’m very proud of our boys for the focus they had to execute the game plan,” said Head Coach Bruce Marlow. “We had two very hard weeks of practice to ensure we could add many new plays to our playbook. Defense had to adjust to some new coverages they had not seen

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before and they took it all in stride ... The kids were absolutely phenomenal.” During the final match, the Bighorns took their opponents by surprise by demonstrating their focus and opting to stay on the chilly field during halftime, instead of heading to the warm changerooms to regroup. “I told the boys that this is where we wanted to be, so we were going to stay and enjoy it,” Coach Marlow said. The jubilant team has since returned home, toting the annual championship trophy with them, which they will return next year. Another trophy and the provincial championship banner will hang in the team’s clubhouse as a reminder of just how much they can achieve. At the championships, the league chose the Bighorns’ Tye Green as most valuable player, and the Vernon Magnums selected Ryley Purdy as player of the game. GO BIGHORNS GO !

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Blaze ravages Radium fireman’s home By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff The very last thing volunteer fireman Nick Brough imagined he would find when returning home from a trip to Calgary was flames engulfing his home. A volunteer at the Radium Fire Department for the past 11 years, Nick, who was renting the house with his girlfriend, Diana Roxhas, and his brother, Mark, immediately radioed his fellow firefighters for help after discovering the fire on the evening of November 2nd. Mark and Diana were both away from the house, and Nick was able to save the lone occupant — his 6-month-old Neapolitan Mastiff/Boxer dog, Maximus — before fire crews arrived to battle the flames. “The fire department did a tremendous job, they really did,” Nick said. “We’re so thankful.” Since the fire, which destroyed almost everything the trio owned except for an assortment of smoke-saturated clothes and miraculously, their passports, Nick and Mark said they have been helped by the community in ways they could have never imagined. “Everyone has been so great. We have been truly

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touched. The warmth and generosity people have shown us has been just priceless,” Nick said. “You see people on TV and in the news whose houses burn down, but you never think it could happen to you. You don’t realize until you actually go through the process of afterwards,” Mark added. “Everyone has been amazing. Even strangers have come up to us to ask us how we’re doing.” The Radium Fire Department, local businesses and community members rallied for the three residents by holding a fundraising barbecue and silent auction at the fire hall on November 12th, raising roughly $13,000 in donations from the many people who came to show support for their fellow residents. Nick, Mark, and Diana will be moving into another Radium home this week, after staying with friends in the interim while they come to grasps with their situation and what they lost, and taking stock of what needs replacing. “There are some things that can’t be replaced, for sure, but we’re just thankful that everyone is safe. That’s the most important thing,” Nick said. Nick, who is originally from Yorkshire, England,

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff The troubles are building for Stoneset Equity Development Corp., the company behind Invermere’s planned Vista Del Lago complex, after it was de-listed from the Canadian stock exchange last week. In July, after the Alberta Securities Commission issued a cease trade order against the company, trading of Stoneset stocks was suspended due to their failure to provide required information, includ-

MOVING FORWARD — Brothers Mark (left) and Nick Brough, as well as Nick’s girlfriend, Diana Roxhas, are recovering with help from valley communities after a fire destroyed their rental home on November 2nd. moved to Radium 11 years ago, and Mark moved from England to join him three years ago. The brothers both work at La Cabina restaurant in Radium, and Diana works at Bighorn Meadows. See page 6 for a letter from Mark to the community.

ing financial statements. The de-listing, on October 8th, was the next step in the process, a spokesperson from the Canadian stock exchange confirmed. “The common shares of Stoneset Equity Development Corp. [were] delisted at the market close on Tuesday, November 8th, 2011,” said a stock exchange press release. “Stoneset Equity is currently suspended.” After waiting the required 90 days for a response from the company following the cease trade notice, and with no indica-

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tion that Stoneset was working to remedy the situation, the Canadian stock exchange carried out the automatic de-listing. The news came as no shock to Invermere’s mayor, Gerry Taft. “At this point the de-listing was not surprising,” Mayor Taft said. “It’s very unfortunate to see that the concept of the hotel and conference centre for Invermere now seems really unlikely ... it is not the outcome that council was hoping for.” Story continued on page 30 . . .

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• On November 12th at 2 a.m., Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a disturbance in front of the bars in downtown Invermere. A highly intoxicated man became combative and made threats towards police. The 34-year-old from Invermere was arrested, lodged in cells for the night and released when sober with a violation ticket for public drunkenness. • On November 12th at 9:50 a.m., officers responded to a complaint of a break and enter to a shed in the 1800 block of Tretheway Road. Owners were not home at the time and it is unknown if any items were stolen. • On November 13th at 6:30 a.m. officers responded to a disturbance at the Hill Crest Apartments in Invermere. An intoxicated male was located in the area arguing with another family member. The police were advised that another family member would take care of the male. As the male was co-operating it was agreed to drive the male to the residence to sleep it off.

The terrorist who got away After graduating from RCMP Academy, my troop was shipped off to work the 1976 Montreal Olympics. We were positioned in highly visible places where the media would be filming. I guess the idea was to show the world how young and in shape the Mounties were. I was assigned to the swimming pool. The ‘76 Olympics followed the tragedy during the Munich Olympics, hence security for Montreal was incredibly high. Fresh out of training and with very little experience, we were thrown into the limelight. We were told by the experienced officers to just stand there and look good for the cameras. “We’ll do the real police work.” We were given a rather thick book with the faces and particulars of all known terrorists throughout the world. A number of us young, energetic Mounties thought we were going to bypass some of this promotion stuff, catch us a terrorist and get promoted real quick. Looking back now I don’t know who was more dangerous. We would get a little distracted from looking for terrorists when it became known that some of the female divers were close to losing their tops when they dove in, and it became clear that it was more important to move to the glass bottom screen to ensure no terrorists jumped into the pool to harm any of the female divers. Once we realized the bathing suit claims were exaggerated, we went back to looking for terrorists. We found one. A Japanese fellow sitting about twenty rows up. It started off with three of us looking at this one picture and then looking up, but grew to about seven officers examining our book. The male obviously took note that a bunch of uniformed Mounties were examining the book and continuing to look up at him. This went on for a couple of minutes until the next time we looked up he wasn’t there. I’m convinced it was a tourist who just got nervous at the attention he was getting. The pool did not blow up while I was on guard, and just in case he was a terrorist, we did our job even though we let him get away. No fast track and easy promotion.

Call for conversation The RCMP reporting system works on a fiscal year of April to March. I attend a number of meetings throughout the year to provide reports on the detachment’s activities and to listen to people’s concerns. January and February, however, are months that I put out the call to be invited to speak to any groups that wish me to come and provide a review of our activities and to get some discussion going about what our priorities should be. I prefer meetings where you feed me or at least provide coffee and Tim Hortons treats. I recently met with the Fairmont Association. Not long ago I dined with the radical Red Hat ladies. If you wish to take the lead and organize any such meetings, from Brisco to Canal Flats, I would be pleased to attend. I like to hear the comments from any group, as it allows me to provide you some feedback about our accomplishments and our challenges. I’m also thickskinned enough to go through a ‘bitch-and-stitch’ session. I plan on doing a talk with Rotary, Chamber and Lions Club. They eat real good. We can meet at a public

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Mayoral, Area G candidates debate growth By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff At one of the final public forums before the November 19th municipal election, Invermere mayoral candidates Al Miller and Gerry Taft, and Area G hopefuls, Roberta Hall and Gerry Wilkie, took to the microphone at a November 10th event hosted by the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce to discuss tourism, the economy, job growth, and community-to-community collaboration. Area F Director Wendy Booth, Radium Mayor Dee Conklin, and soon-to-be Canal Flats mayor, Ute Juras, will be elected through acclimation, so they did not participate in the question period. On of the hottest topics of the evening was how to boost job growth in the Columbia Valley. “Having forward-thinking politicians is very important, but the people who really create jobs are business people,” Mr. Miller said. “We need to make the lives of business people easier. So, less red tape, make sure that the business-tax ratios are in line so that they’re competitive, so they can afford extra staff. “Let’s stand behind our business community, and give them the things that they need, whatever that may be ... We haven’t done a good job as far as I’m concerned with bringing our Chamber of Commerce and our business community together in meetings and asking, ‘What

do we do here? How do we move forward?’” Mayor Taft suggested projects like developing the Whiteway, replacing the Invermere sign, completing the washroom/concession building at Kinsmen Beach, and continuing the bus to Panorama as short-term goals to promote employment. For the long term, Mayor Taft agreed with Mr. Miller that businesses are vital to create jobs. “However, I’m a little bit leery when we talk about giving businesses what they want,” he cautioned. “Sometimes that means subsidies or tax breaks that we may not be able to afford. That ends up falling on residential taxpayers and full-time locals.” Mayor Taft and Mr. Miller didn’t see eye-to-eye when the topic of hiring an economic development officer in collaboration with all Columbia Valley communities arose. Mr. Miller said he is adamant that economic growth occur, but that he doesn’t believe it is the job of councils to tackle; it is a role best suited for an economic development officer. “They [council] don’t have time to handle economic development,” he said. “You need to have somebody in place, and in the area.” Mayor Taft stated that regional collaboration is one of the most important issues facing the area, but that an economic development officer isn’t necessarily the answer. He said the top priority should be making a plan ourselves as a valley, grabbing key, “low-hanging fruit” first and building a strong base, before hiring someone to steer the direction

of the economy. “I’m not convinced that an economic development officer is the answer,” Mayor Taft said. “It might be, but I’m not sure it’s the right answer or the best answer. If we come up with the number one thing we need to do is add industrial land in Invermere, then let’s add industrial land and not hire someone to sit in an office or go to trade shows.” Area G Director Gerry Wilkie and candidate Roberta Hall both spoke passionately about Area G, which Director Wilke called “relatively pastoral” in comparison to the rest of the region. Ms. Hall said she would like to improve valley-wide communication and create a more connected network of communities, simultaneously pushing a “vibe” for the valley through targeted marketing. She also agreed with Mayor Taft that it is vital to create a clear economic strategy first before hiring an economic development officer. Director Wilkie spoke of the importance of regional projects he’s helped shape, like the Community Forest and the developing regional agricultural plan, saying it was more important now than ever before to think as a region. Director Wilkie also voiced his support for recreational tourism as opposed to “industrial tourism,” stating that we need to be more mindful of how we develop the land while showing respect for it. The election results will be known Saturday, November 19th, when the polls close at 8 p.m.

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By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff The Internet has arguably changed the political landscape indefinitely, but how has it affected Columbia Valley politics during this municipal election? At the time of the last election three years ago, social media websites like Facebook were still hovering on the brink of widespread popularity, and the micro-blogging website, Twitter, was still in its infancy as a mainstream form of communication. 2009 candidates relied on word of mouth, reputation based on public appearances and all-candidate forums, and campaigning by phone, doorto-door, or sometimes via email. For the first time ever, this most recent election has seen the beginnings of a digital shift in the Columbia Valley campaign trail that will only be more pronounced by the time the next election rolls around. Using the Internet to campaign is a trend that has been centered most heavily around the Invermere election, where the greatest numbers of candidates are vying for a seat at the district council table. Fiercer competition in Invermere has dictated that candidates pull out all the creative stops to garner more attention to their platforms, and some have turned to the Internet to help supplement their regular face-to-face campaigns. More than one Invermere council hopeful has a website dedicated solely to their election run; several have Facebook pages to promote their platforms; and some are sending out Tweets (140-character posts online) to encourage voters to attend political events or to share their viewpoints. Others have been making daily posts about local issues, and some have used their websites or Facebook pages as a digital date-pad to remind voters where and when they can meet the candidates in person. This form of digital self-promotion has certainly not replaced the face-on-a-button approach; for now, it’s a beefy supplement to more traditional methods, but as all generations of the valley’s population continue to become more computer savvy, it could be the way of the local campaign future. For candidates, it’s difficult not to see the value in using the Internet to connect instantly with a large number of people on a more regular basis than any other method allows. (Don’t forget to vote!)

Athalmer’s bustling business core, 1914 This crumpled and creased image captures the wooden boardwalks and buildings of downtown Athalmer in 1914. The Coronation Hotel, built in 1908, is visible on the left, and the Windsor Hotel, built in 1904, can be seen on the far right. The Canadian Pacific Railway station and the storefronts of F. Richardson General Merchant and Columbia Valley Supply Co. are between the two hotels. If you have any more information or memories about this photo, e-mail us at info@ cv-pioneer.com. Photo A788 courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Fire victim thankful for help Dear Editor: On November 2nd, my world was turned on its head when a house fire devastated the house we were renting. We had been there just five months, but it was the first place I could call home since I arrived in Canada nearly three years ago. On the day of the fire I was painting the last room needing painting, and I stood back, thinking, “Wow, at last a home.” I finished painting just in time for what would have been

our first Christmas in the house. But that’s all gone now: nothing, zip, zilch. I would like to thank the people who have helped us since the fire. Without them, I personally don’t know how I would have got on. Thank you to the Radium Hot Springs Fire Department. There are no words to describe these guys. They are worth their weight in gold. I would personally like to thank Fire Chief Dave Dixon for all he has done for us since the fire. Letter continued on next page . . .

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LETTERS . . . ‘Fire victim thankful for help’ ctd. Also, Margaret, the time and effort you put into the house shows just how special you are. You know I don’t say much in words, but thanks for being you, love. Richard and Sue Miller put a roof over our heads in the immediate aftermath. Not only our boss, but truly good friends. Floyd and Shelan Verge were also a huge help. There’s not much to say about Floyd; you all know what this man does for the community. With Shelan by his side, what a team. Truly good friends. Jim and Pam Spiers from the Picadilly Hotel provided me a warm, comfy room, without hesitation. They are special people indeed. Thanks also to Mark Bayek for helping me keep my chin up and keeping me smiling when deep down I was hurting. You’re a top guy, Mark.

Gary Teare at the Horsethief Pub is a man of few words, but has a heart of gold. To all my Filipino friends, who are too many to mention, you are all very special people. You will all be close to my heart for now and ever. And finally, but by no means least, thank you to all the people of Radium and the surrounding communities, and to the businesses and individuals who donated everything towards our benefit fund at the Radium Fire Hall on November 12th. Thanks to everyone who came and gave so generously, and to those who came up to me offering support, kindness and hugs. I personally will never forget what you have done for us. To each and everyone from the bottom of my heart: thank you, thank you, thank you. Mark Brough Radium

Dry Gulch water situation is result of confusion Dear Editor: In response to your editorial regarding the Dry Gulch water proposal: it was not voted down. It did not pass because there were too many people who did not vote. I doubt that there were ANY ‘NO’ votes. I have the list of people who did not vote. Eleven of those actually DID vote but there were “qualifications” on those 11 votes and they were cast out. Im getting feedback from some who did not vote that, “They didn’t know about it”. In short, the process was flawed: the ole` “bozzo factor” reared its ugly head. It’s nobody’s fault; it simply needs to be revisited with REGISTERED letters and

REGISTERED votes. No more “no vote is a ‘NO’” vote. Further, there were some unaddressed concerns, or at least no satisfactory answers, to those concerns for some people. We fully intend to get this thing passed so no one dies from drinking Dry Gulch water. To the people who are selling their homes in Dry Gulch and have a “We’re leaving, so we don’t care” attitude, I say this: with the water passed, you’ll be able to sell your properties and you will never see a water bill; only the new owners will. This is a win-win situation for a water system.

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There is sometimes confusion among some people about the different roles between local government elected officials and senior managers. Mr. Turnbull’s letter to the editor last week reminded me of the importance of explaining that elected officials set the policy, the strategic direction, and set the budget/tax rates, while senior management implements the decisions of the elected officials, manages the day-to-day operations of the government, and, when required, provides advice to councils and boards. Ultimately the decisions and responsibilities are with the elected officials, which is why they are elected and senior management is not. During my nine years on District of Invermere council, I have been very involved, listening to locals and visitors on a daily basis (not to mention the many emails and phone calls), and over the years I have learned a lot from attending countless Rotary and other community group meetings. During this time, I haven’t passed the tough decisions of land use or strategic direction over to staff, but I have relied on them to implement council’s decisions and provide information and advice about the day-to-day operations of Invermere.

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I’m not sure if I can take credit for the worldwide economic situation, or even the condition of the regional real estate market, but I will take part of the credit for fighting for government services and helping to get the Invermere Emergency Room developed, the helipad re-opened, municipal debt decreased, reserves increased, an integrated pathway network completed, an historical building saved, and library funding increased — while still making sure we funded pretty flowers downtown and attempted to keep taxes reasonable (which as a Windermere resident Mr. Turnbull doesn’t pay). And yes, I will even take credit for voting for those controversial solar garbage cans which did a great job this summer of compacting garbage and keeping it from overflowing on the street and decreased the frequency and costs of emptying the garbage. I make no apologies for pushing for Invermere to complete a Integrated Sustainability Plan, and if re-elected I will push for the implementation of this plan, which I believe will offer the realistic incremental steps that will lead us to real results in economic diversification while maintaining our environment. Gerry Taft Mayor

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Can’t trust government Dear Editor: Nowadays, we rarely bump into government politicians who aren’t feeling high principles, who make the depressing pretense of sincerity. As we look closer, it is clearly a resemblance that holds up only from the distance. As an outward show, they may agree to go along with the people, but they haven’t the slightest intention of carrying it out in practice. Artless deception seems to serve the ruling power-brokers better than honesty. Unfortunately, many elected officials are politicians whose long exposure to the legislature has warped their respectability, and with whom few of us have any corresponding goals. They misuse gigantic sums, while people slowly lose the ownership of the few possessions left to them. Moreover, we don’t really know what other treats this government has in store for us. If truth be told, they almost never deal fairly with us, simply because they are who they have become. Half of their political brain aims to turn disillusioned citizens into nontoxic pilgrims, the other half is mainly occupied what cushy board-

rooms they will inhabit after steering us full speed into the rocks. If politicians have taught us anything, it is that we have no idea what they’re capable of. Like appointing still more overpaid paladins into the government. Christy Clark, our yet-to-be-elected premier, tumbled from the lofty peaks of respectability to inelegance by covertly launching new taxes, disguised as levies. Since the beginning of October, a new wave of taxes (levies) has been enforced upon us. This levy, a tax that is charged in addition to many other taxes, may only be a few dollars here and there, but it sure looks like a lot sitting next to what is left of our money. A government ruling against its people is dangerous. If nothing else, these people are cunningly creative in coining a new word for stealing. It gives one the impression that the lust to rule is infested in people who love wasting away our strength and energy, by ravaging of what is left to us. H. Funke, Edgewater

Dying for right to vote Dear Editor: What does “Prosperity. It’s in our nature,” mean to me? To live in a just and generous society that gives its citizens the tools to thrive in a sustainable way. That’s why I’m voting for Paul Denchuk. And please don’t let apathy take hold of you. People worldwide are literally dying for the right to vote.

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Left: Staff Sergeant Marko Shehovac lathers up to remove his 30-year moustache on Tuesday, November 15th. Marko’s moustache fell victim to the detachment’s fundraising efforts for Movember, an international moustache growing charity event. After the Columbia Valley members reached their original $1,000 fundraising goal, Marko was forced to lose the “mo”, while other officers continue their efforts to grow their facial hair before the month is over. They are now competing with 19 other RCMP detachments across Canada to see who can fundraise the most. To donate, visit mobro.co/ColumbiaValleyRCMP. Above: clean-shaven Marko along with a hirsute Corporal Grant Simpson (left) and Constable Tim Harper (right). Photos by Kate Irwin

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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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Literary lady Playwright and actor, Lucia Frangione, is coming to Invermere, offering readings of her literary works at Windermere Alliance Church on November 28th at 7 p.m. and Pynelogs Cultural Centre on November 29th at 7:30 p.m. Known for her humourous and touching writing style, Ms. Frangione will conduct dramatic readings of her new work based on the life of Mary during the birth of Christ at the Alliance Church’s Ladies’ Night Out. Tickets are $10, coffee and dessert included, and can be purchased by calling 250-342-6657, 250-3426438 or 250-432-3234. Tickets for Bedtime Stories for the Big Kids at Pynelogs are free, with donations welcomed.

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

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Movie Review: Larry Crowne Reviewed by Kelsey Verboom Larry Crowne is a disappointingly flimsy rom-com that is out of touch with reality. This film stars the great Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts, and is directed by Hanks himself, along with Nina Vardalos, the star and mastermind of My Big Fat Greek Wedding.. With those credentials you’d expect Larry Crowne to be a home run. You’d be wrong. Crowne (Tom Hanks) is a perky, loveable clerk at a big-box store who has secured the employee of the month title nine times in a row. In a move he didn’t see coming, corporate sacks Larry and sends him packing, citing his lack of a college education

as the reason (even though he works at the cinematic equivalent of Wal-Mart). Larry, a recent divorcee with a nearly foreclosed home, decides to pick himself up and enroll in a local community college to prove those big-box bozos wrong. This is the first of many unrealistic turns in the movie — a bankrupt, jobless, and nearly homeless man decides to splurge on a few thousand dollars in tuition in the name of I -told-you-so? Unlikely. While at school Larry also immediately befriends a young, beautiful woman before he even parks his cost-saving scooter, she later takes off his pants, and Larry joins a scooter gang. Yes, a scooter gang. Predictably, Larry falls for the only other person at school his age: his teacher, Mercy (Julia Roberts). The

tenuous chemistry between Roberts and Hanks results in a romance that would be more appropriate filed under ‘awkward platonic friendship.’ Admittedly, there are a few bright spots in this film, and Larry’s consistently innocent personality is endearing. Hanks’ attempt at tackling the effect of the current state of the U.S. economy should also be applauded. Larry Crowne provides nearly two hours of lightweight romance, and will likely appeal most strongly to a middle-aged audience. But if you revere Pretty Woman, Erin Brokovich or Castaway, be warned: this movie knocks Roberts and Hanks off of their Oscar-worthy pedestals.

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Toby Theatre 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.

Friday, November 18th: • 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Music’s winter film series is presenting La Planet Sauvage at the Edgewater Hall. Silver collection. For info: 250-347-9668. • 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 the Invermere Community 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. • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Columbia Ridge Christmas Market at Columbia Ridge Community Hall with local vendors. Runs every Saturday until December 10th. Interested vendors contact Jan: 250-345-0321 or ronaldjan@shaw.ca. • 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Fernie Ghostriders at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For info: www.rockieshockey.com.

Sunday, November 20th: • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Christmas Bazaar at Edgewater Community Hall. Crafts, baked goods and your favorite salespeople. Santa pictures with Karora Photos. For info: 250-270-0340.

• 11 a.m.: Registration starts for Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club charity shoot at the Rauch Homestead Range. Lunch to follow with shooting to commence at 12 noon. $35 per adult, $20 per junior plus donation of non-perishable food item for the Columbia Valley Food Bank. For info: 250-341-3254. • 2 p.m.: Columbia Valley Music’s winter film series is presenting La Planet Sauvage at the Edgewater Hall. Silver collection. For info: 250-347-9668.

Monday, November 21st: • 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.: Ladies’ Night at All Dolled Up. #7, 1008 - 8th Avenue. • 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.: Registration for skating programs at Eddie Mountain Arena. 250-342-6607

Wednesday, November 23rd: • 7:30 p.m.: Valley Fitness Centre Society’s Annual General Meeting at the Valley Fitness Centre. For info: 250-342-2131.

Thursday, November 24th, • 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.: Climate Solutions for the Kootenays’ Green Wheels. Free dinner and workshop at the Invermere Community Hall. Help shape the future of Invermere’s transportation network. Friday, November 25th: • 6 p.m.: Hawaiian Luau fundraiser to eradicate polio at Copper Point Resort. Hosted by Rotary Club of Invermere. $50 per person. Dinner, DJ, silent auction and 50/50 draw. For info: 250-342-8304. • 7 p.m.: 5th Annual Grey Cup Spiel weekend at Invermere Curling Club. First Draw. $50 per person. To register call: 250-342-3315 or email invermerecurling@ shaw.ca. • 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Grand Forks at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For info: www.rockieshockey.com.

vendors. Interested vendors contact Jan: 250-3450321 or ronaldjan@shaw.ca. • 10 a.m.: First draw in Grey Cup Spiel at Invermere Curling Club. For info: 250-342-3315. • 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.: David Thompson Secondary School Community Craft Fair at the Invermere Community Hall. Proceeds go to Food Bank and Angel Tree charities. • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Arts Exhibition of Canal Flats and Headwaters area artists at Canal Flats Community Hall. Come meet the artists. Refreshments served. Hosted by the Headwaters Art Society. For info: 250349-5877. • 6 p.m.: Christmas Light Up Parade on Main Street in Invermere. Live music, late night shopping, fire pits, hot chocolate and a visit from Santa! Presented by the Invermere Business Committee. • 6 p.m.: Grey Cup Spiel Banquet at Invermere Curling Club. For info: 250-342-3315. • 6 p.m.: The Brisco Riding Club’s Annual Awards Night with roast beef dinner, live auction and dance at Brisco Hall. For shuttle bus information call: 250347-0085. • 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Beaver Valley at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. For info: www.rockieshockey.com.

Sunday, November 27th: • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Christmas Craft Bazaar at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #199 in Edgewater. Beef on a bun or soup and bun. $6 per person. To book a table call Doreen: 250-347-9550. • 11 a.m.: Final Playoﬀs for all teams in Grey Cup Spiel at Invermere Curling Club. For info: 250-342-3315.

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Saturday, November 26th:

• 7 p.m.: ‘Mary did you know?’ A dramatic reading by Lucia Frangione, an internationally produced playwright and actor at Lake Windermere Alliance Church. $10 per person. For info call Joyce: 250-3426657.

• 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Christmas Craft Fair and Tea at the Invermere Legion. • 10 a.m. Holiday Silent Auction kick-oﬀ bake sale at the Invermere Library. Auction items on display at the library until bidding closes on December 10th. • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Columbia Ridge Christmas Market at Columbia Ridge Community Hall with local

• 7 p.m.: Public hearing for oﬃcial community plan and zoning bylaw amendments. DOI council chambers. • 7:30 p.m.: Bedtime Stories for the Big Kids with internationally produced playwright and actor; Lucia Frangione at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Entry by donation. For info; 250-342-4423.

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During the holiday season, the onset of winter and the coinciding Christmas advertising campaigns can inspire hopes of festive dinners, sweet treats, exciting gifts and family gatherings. For most, it is a time of extravagance and indulgence, but for some local families, tight budgets and increasing debts make it hard to have a stereotypical Christmas, or to have a Christmas at all. The Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley is a group of community volunteers who work hard to make sure everyone has a happy holiday. They distribute food hampers to families in need, modest gifts to children aged 0-12 and seniors over 65, as well as gift vouchers for treats and or activities for teens aged 13-17. Columbia Valley residents are encouraged to take part in the project by anonymously sponsoring a food hamper (suggested items at right) or by donating Angel Tree gifts. Register your commitment by Friday, December 9th by calling Gail (hghoff@telus.net)at 250-342-6752 or Helen (hw6789@telus.net) at 250 342-6789. You will be assigned a hamper size and family. Local shopkeepers are helping the Christmas Bureau organize Angel Tree gifts for children and seniors. From November 26th, both Invermere The Bargain! Shop locations will have an Angel Tree, and from December 1st, as part of their corporate Angels Anonymous Program, Dairy Queen will put up a tree to collect gifts for children only. Gifts should be kept to the $25-$30 range. If you need a hamper or gifts to give your family a happy Christmas, pick up an application form at the Family Resource Centre, the Columbia Valley Employment Centre, Invermere Public Health Unit, Canal Flats Headwater Centre, Shuswap Band Office or Akisqnuk Band Office. Complete the form and submit it, as directed, by the deadline of Monday, December 12th.

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SEEKING MEMBERS FOR THE URBAN DEER ADVISORY COMMITTEE The District of Invermere is looking for five (5) members of the public to volunteer for a two (2) year term to monitor the implementation of the Urban Deer Management Report and Recommendations. Membership on the Board will be for a two (2) year term from the date of appointment. To be eligible, you must be a resident or elector of the District of Invermere. Successful candidates must possess a strong sense of community service, willingness to work respectfully as part of a team and good communication skills. The Urban Deer Advisory Committee shall • • • •

Coordinate an annual urban deer count within the boundaries of the District of Invermere; Monitor the implementation of management recommendations for reducing the urban deer population; Seek and implement strategies for the prevention and management of urban-deer conflicts; Report to Council on an annual basis regarding budget allocation, success of the recommendations and advise of potential changes in implementation for Council to consider.

Detailed terms of reference and copies of the Urban Deer Committee Management Report and Recommendations, July 2011 are available for review at the District office or at www.invermere.net Interested persons are invited to submit written applications on or before Friday, November 25, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. to: Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer Box 339, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 or to cao@invermere.net

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November 18, 2011

World class trilobite discovery needs protection By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff A nearby fossilized find could have a wide-reaching impact, catapulting the East Kootenay region to the forefront of scientific research of a 245-million-year-old marine arthropod group called trilobites. Former Kootenay-Columbia MP, Jim Abbott, is helping to spread the word and raise public awareness of the extraordinarily rich fossil beds found locally by trilobite hunters, Chris Jenkins and Chris New. Their hope is to preserve 10 sites near the Bull River, just east of Cranbrook, and bring educational and scientific research opportunities to the area, plus the chance for the public to get involved and go trilobite treasure hunting. “There are unlimited possibilities. We’ve already found dozens and dozens of new species,” said Mr. Jenkins, a member of the Trilobite Research Project. “Trilobites are in everybody’s backyard, from Golden spreading right down through Area G and Invermere ... It really is like a treasure hunt.” Until now, the self-taught fossil hunter and his partner have kept quiet about their finds of multiple trilobite beds in the Fort Steele and Bull River area, wanting to locate all the sites before staking a mineral claim. But now they want their discoveries made public to

allow more amateur fossil enthusiasts of all ages to join in the hunt for new species. This is where Mr. Abbott, who sits on the Burgess Shale Foundation board, comes in. “We’re in the process of deciding what Chris can transfer to Burgess Shale and how we assess, value and facilitate that,” Mr. Abbott said. “What we’re trying to do is get the sites looked after by a responsible organization ... If they are under the control of an individual the opportunities for research diminish. “A classic example is Burgess Shale ... for all intents and purposes the site is fundamentally dead because you can’t do any real research on it.” What has scientists most excited about the Bull River sites is the discovery of some extremely rare soft-bodied fossils, the likes of which are found in only two other places in the world: Burgess Shale and a site in China. “It’s being called one of the best late-Cambrian fossil sites in the world,” Mr. Jenkins explained. “Top paleontologists from across the globe are coming into our sites. There’s enormous scientific and learning potential.” Mr. Jenkins has been touring local schools with his discoveries, getting the younger generations excited about paleontology. There’s also the possibility of incorporating these local trilobites into the curriculum, said Mr. Abbott, with several local schools already involved

FOSSIL HUNTING — Former Kootenay-Columbia MP, Jim Abbott, and trilobite hunter Chris Jenkins are working to protect local sites where thousands of trilobites, including several new species, have been discovered. Photo by Kate Irwin in sorting through the discoveries. In addition, the sites could present tourism opportunities, with international visitors wanting to visit the beds.

Flight cage completed By Pioneer Staff Organizers of the Project Take Flight raptor flight cage are looking forward to rehabilitating the next injured valley raptor on home turf, after officially opening a new structure that will allow recovering birds of prey to stretch their wings whilst making minimal contact with human handlers. The project is the result of months of planning, organizing, building and fundraising, as well as generous donations from valley businesses and individuals, like a $30,000 donation from the Panora-

ma Foundation. Countless other volunteers and businesses donated their time to construct the facility. The staff at the Invermere Veterinary Clinic, who regularly take in injured birds, will be in charge of the flight cage and its winged patients. HELPING HANDS — Left to right: Dr. Mark Zehnder and organizer Judy Burns stand in front of the flight cage with BC Hydro’s Torben Larsen, Brad Malfair (with daughter, Dahlia Malfair) and Sean Stadey; and volunteer Allan Norman. BC Hydro helped install the hydro poles for the cage’s structure.

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New art society holds kick-off art show By Joshua Estabrooks Pioneer Staff The newly incorporated Headwaters Art Society will be hosting their first-ever art show in Canal Flats on Saturday, November 26th, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Canal Flats Community Hall. The society began as a way of connecting artists from Skookumchuck to Fairmont Hot Springs, said President Dodie Marcil, so artists can share techniques and learn from each other. As well, the group is dedicated to showcasing the talents of artists in the area. As a non-profit, the society will be renting space in

the soon-to-be-renovated log home donated to the Village of Canal Flats by Mike Vernon, said Mrs. Marcil, and they look forward to working together with the other art societies in the valley to increase exposure and continue to encourage artists in the area. “We have several painters, charcoal and line drawers, wood carvers, an antler carver and drum maker, a metal worker, photographers, a musician and an author involved in the show,” Mrs. Marcil said. As well, local students will be displaying handmade loon sculptures they completed in an art class earlier this year. For more information contact Mrs. Marcil or Paula Cravens at 250-349-5877 and 250-349-5814, respectively.

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YOUR MONEY Rebalancing Risk

2011 has been an interesting year for the stock markets. After an encouraging start, the markets had a sharp decline in May through September as European worries took their toll. From October onwards, for the most part, the markets seem to be on the mend. Many Canadians find that these relatively calmer periods are a good time to rebalance their investment portfolios.

Asset allocation dividual investors. This is often caused by investors havSimply put, asset allocation refers to how much of ing an asset allocation that is unsuitable for them. When each asset class (stocks, bonds, cash, etc) an investor an asset allocation is unsuitable, an investor can end up should have in their portfolio. These percentages are dif- being surprised by the effects of various events on their ferent for each investor, and are directly related to their investments. These surprises can lead to panic selling at individual needs, goals and risk tolerance. For example, unfavourable times, for example, when an asset class is a retiree with a conservative risk tolerance would likely low instead of high. have a different asset allocation than a young professionHaving a target asset allocation and periodically reWhy rebalance? al investing in his first RRSP. balancing to keep investments in line with it can help Manulife Securities Incorporated = IDA The investments in a portfolio perform relative to To further exemplify asset allocation, The RBC In- avoid emotional decision-making and the havoc it could the stock and bond markets, which means that over vestment Strategy Committee’s recommended assetManulife mix wreak on a portfolio. Securities Investment Services inc. = MFDA time, some asset classes will do better than others. This in their Fall 2011 quarterly commentary suggests that a Manulife Securities Insurance Inc. = INSURANCE may result in a portfolio becoming overweight in one “Very Conservative” investor should have 80% of their How often? class of investments and underweight in another. This is investable assets in cash and fixed income and 20% in There are many schools of thought on the topic of known as portfolio drift. equities, and a “Growth” investor should have 30% in how often to rebalance a portfolio. Some investors favour French English Portfolio drift is expected in a well-diversified port- cash and fixed income and 70% in equities. a set schedule, for example, once a year. Others prefer to folio, due to the dynamic nature of the markets, and the rebalance when asset allocations drift too far from their economy as a whole. When portfolio drift occurs, an adBuy low and sell high intended percentages, say 5-10%. When rebalancing, it’s visor 3/16" may recommend to an investor that the portfolio Everyone has heard the old adage of buying low and important to take any fees into consideration, to ensure Minimum size to be used on business cards be rebalanced. selling high, but in reality, very few investors have the they don’t erode returns too much. Rebalancing is an essential component to a portfo- skills to do so with accuracy. When world economies go lio, because it helps ensure that an investor doesn’t take through their ups and downs, stock and bond markets Tax considerations on too much or too little risk. Too much risk may cause react along with them. The market’s reactions are actuThere may be tax advantages or disadvantages to unhappy surprises, and too little risk may result in an ally the behaviour of thousands, even millions of entities rebalancing, as capital gains or losses may be triggered. investor’s goals not being reached. such as mutual funds, pension plans and individual in- Some tools like corporate class mutual funds may be Maintaining an appropriate level of portfolio risk vestors buying and selling their holdings. used to defer capital gains to a more favourable time. best positions an investor to achieve their goals in due While much of this trading is done with careful Always speak to your advisor or accountant before incur1/4" Minimum size to be used on the standard sized brochures course. planning, some is based on emotional reactions of in- ring capital gains or losses.

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Business Beats By Pioneer Staff • Rock, jewelry and fossil store, Rivergems, is celebrating a double anniversary, with 30 to 50 per cent savings in store throughout the month. It’s five years since Carole Georgeson and Jacqueline Moller opened their doors in their historic building in downtown Invermere, as well as the 11th anniversary of the first Rivergems store opened by Carole in Richmond. “We’re a two woman rock show,” she joked. “Along with our annual customer appreciation anniversary sale, we’ve just held a VIP party for those on our mailing list. It’s our way of saying thank you to our customers. Customer service is number one for us.” Alongside minerals, rocks and crystals, Rivergems offers sterling silver jewellery, fossils and unusual items like meteorites, and locally-sourced Canadian ammolite. Call 250-342-0177 or stop by the store on

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12th Street, Invermere. • Local coffee gurus, Kicking Horse Coffee, are celebrating 15 years in business after humble beginnings in an Invermere garage in 1996. Owners Elana Rosenfeld and Leo Johnson started out roasting beans among cardboard boxes, and their organic, Fair Trade blends and single-bean varietals are now spread from coast to coast. “Its hard to believe it’s been 15 years,” said Ms. Rosenfeld. “We started out locally, then went to Calgary; now it’s all across Canada. Invermere is a great town where we’ve found a lot of support. People have been really good to us.” The secret to their success, she explained, is a focus on quality with their organic, Fair Trade whole beans. During November, Kicking Horse Coffee are donating one dollar from all retail coffee sales to aid efforts in Guatemala. For more, see www.kickinghorsecoffee.com.

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PIONEER ON THE ROAD

The long and winding road Columbia Valley Pioneer readers have been sending in photos of their travels in the hopes of winning a two-night stay in Calgary and tickets to a Flames game, courtesy of Invermere’s Travel World. Pictured, clockwise from top left: Windermere’s Julie and Al Dodds atop Haleakala crater, Maui, Hawaii; Chris and April Williams at Mt. Assiniboine Lodge taking a break from installing tile and hardwood; Ed Lucas of Golden, visiting Lake Chelan in Washington. Send your high-resolution travel photos to info@cv-pioneer.com, or bring them to our office at #8, 1008 - 8th Avenue, Invermere. Happy travels!

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Booking deadline is Monday, November 21st Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this great feature!

To celebrate the arrival of winter, The Pioneer will be publishing our first-ever pull-out Winter Guide in the newspaper on November 25th.

Similar to our summer long weekend pull-outs, this is a guide to help locals and visitors enjoy all that winter brings to the Columbia Valley.

Phone Kathy Sutherland at 250-341-6299 or email kathy@cv-pioneer.com for more information

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Your Local

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Interior World

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Resort strategy renewed

November 18, 2011

By Joshua Estabrooks Pioneer Staff The District of Invermere recently renewed their Resort Municipality Initiative application, which will allow for hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants for improvements to tourism infrastructure. The original agreement with the province, which saw local hotels in Invermere and Pan-

orama agree to collect an additional 2 per cent tax on their rooms, has changed slightly in light of the HST. Now, instead of receiving between $220,000-$240,000 in revenue, the district will have to settle for a straight grant of approximately $190,000 per year, said Invermere Mayor Gerry Taft. The money will be spent on a program to improve Kinsmen Beach facilities, includ-

ing the new washroom facility slated for this winter, continuation and improvement of the shuttle service between Panorama and Invermere, new signage for the area, 7th Avenue public space improvements and an inter-community trail system between Panorama and Invermere. So far, the money has been accumulating in an account, Mayor Taft said, but will be spent over the next five years on the approved projects.

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November 18, 2011

PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS S OBITUARY S KATHY PIRZ Kathy Pirz, born as Katica Stulac on October 10, 1941, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2011. Kathy was a resident of Canal Flats and after less than a year’s battle with cancer, she passed away peacefully at her home in Canal Flats. Kathy was born and raised in a small village called Budim in Croatia. She worked in a hotel on the coast of Croatia on the Adriatic Sea, and later at an army base in Nurnberg, Germany, before returning to Budim and later moving to Canada with her 7-year-old son Vladimir in 1967. She was one of five children born to her late and most loving mother Terezija and father Mato Stulac. Kathy was the beloved wife of Peter Pirz who predeceased her just over a year ago. She will be forever remembered by her devoted family: her sons, Val (Marlene), Peter (Gwen) and Lloyd (Yvonne); her treasured grandchildren, Chrystl (Ben), Tara (Warren), Jordan, Braden, Chelsea, Kyron; her great grandchildren, Sharlene and Nicholas; and her family back in the old country and many caring friends whom were blessed to know her. Kathy had many loves in addition to her family and friends, she truly enjoyed hunting, fishing, bingo, and the odd casino trip. Kathy touched the lives of many people with her smile and generosity, and maintained her dignity until the end. Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of life on Saturday, November 19th, 2011, at 1 p.m. at Canal Flats Civic Centre, located at 8911 Dunn Street, Canal Flats, B.C. Condolences may be left for the family at www.markmemorial.com.

S OBITUARY S JEAN MALBERG (Wolfenden) Jean Malberg of Fruitvale, B.C. (formerly of Brisco, B.C.) passed away peacefully on October 13th, 2011. Jean was born April 21st, 1921 in Invermere, B.C. Jean will be sadly missed by her children: Eva O’Rourke of Trail, B.C., Lil (Delbert) Johnson of Nicholson B.C., Nils (Lois) Malberg of Adams Lake, B.C., Gunnar (Shirley) Malberg of Parson B.C.; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-greatgrandchildren. Jean was predeceased by her husband Otto, son Ken, parents Stan and Eva Wolfenden, brother Stan, infant sister June, grandsons Brian, Dale, and Dave, and son-in-law Kevin. A graveside service will be held in the Golden Cemetery, Golden, B.C. on May 19th, 2012 at 1 p.m. Tea to follow at Gunnar Malberg’s home.: 4000 Hwy 95 South, Parson B.C. The family wishes to express thanks for the cards and flowers. As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made to KBRH Health Foundation (Pediatrics) at 1200 Hospital Bench, Trail BC V1R 4M1 or online at www.kbrhhealthfoundation.ca.

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

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS AND JEERS

OPEN HOUSE – MARY KAY PRODUCTS & WONDER WORKSHOP November 25th-27th Friday 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Great specials, draws, door prizes, cards and Christmas items. 12A Wolf Crescent (behind Tim Hortons).

Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call Carol at 250-347-9841.

Cheers to everyone who stopped and helped at McKaylynn and Lea’s accident on Halloween Eve. Thanks also for helping to get Marco home safely.

Jeers to the two girls and their comments during the DTSS Remembrance Day assembly. Laughing and making comments like “This is stupid” and “Why should we do 2 minutes of silence, what did they do for us?” Are not okay and were definitely overheard. It is people like you who give us youth a negative reputation for being rude and unappreciative. Have some respect, especially on Remembrance Day! There were 7-year-olds who behaved better than you.

Craft Sale -November 26th, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Lobby area. Put on by the Hoodoo Quilters. 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. 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

Windy Café . . . is now open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and dinner as always from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Enjoy 10% off all orders.

2nd Annual Arts Alive Craft Sale at Pynelogs Cultural Centre, Invermere, Saturday December 10th, 2011 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Limited space available for vendors of fine art and crafts. E-mail for application and information: info@blissbeads.ca

Valley Fitness Society A.G.M. Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. at the Valley Fitness Centre.

Cheers to the local businesses that chose to close during the Remembrance Day ceremony. I hope those 2 hours of sales were worth it, to be so disrespectful to our veterans and fellow soldiers. Thank you to the wonderful lady who found Piper and took him to the Invermere Pet Store. He enjoyed his treats. Thanks again, Ray. Cheers to Mark Halwa’s Mountain Biking presentation. All your volunteer work is greatly appreciated. Thank you. Cheers to those who organized a very well put together assembly as well as all the students, staff, and parents who were in attendance. Cheers to the guy with the buck hanging in the front of his house for providing his family with a healthy, delicious meal.

Walter James Broadfoot

March 3rd, 1934 – November 17th, 2009

It has been two years since you have been gone And we miss you all the same We are sure glad your work is all done and that you are now just having some well deserved fun. We still stop and think of what our next step should be Hoping that you just happen to be listening to me. Thank you for all the years of teaching us what we should do And that our memories of you will always see us through.

Love, Isla and all the family

Jeers to the person who took a senior’s purse at the Canal Flats Bingo on November 7th. You know who you are. You’ve had over a week to return it or you can leave it where it can be found with all of her personal papers in it. Cheers to Hans (Elkhorn Ranch) for all your years of hard work & going through the process to subdivide the Elkhorn Estate Acreages on Kootenay #3 Road. Now we can enjoy living on a beautiful acreage. Thanks again! M & B.L.

FOR RENT

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

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CHEERS AND JEERS

STORAGE

SUITE FOR RENT

Cheers to C.A.P. Ventures Ltd. for doing a fantastic job on the DOI Forcemain Project! You guys rock! Great Job!

EXTRA LOUD cheers to the Radium Fire Department. They attended a house fire that without their expert skill could have been an absolute disaster. Even though they are all volunteers, they REALLY, REALLY know what they’re doing, and we should all be very proud of them. If you see any of our firefighters, give them a pat on the back and say thank-you.

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.

month, cable Internet, and utilities included, 250-342-1791.

Cheers to AG Foods for helping out the locals by offering 10% off the first Wednesday of every month. If we all support each other our community will not only survive but also thrive. Cheers to Kate Irwin for her “Imagine all the people” article. I could not agree more. Well said!! Jeers to whoever was so cruel as to shoot a swan in Mud Lake north of Fairmont on the morning of November 9th. The carcass has been recovered and the proper authorities have been notified. Cheers to everyone at the Hoodoo Grill in Fairmont! What an amazing family of people to belong to! My heart is always with you. -CloverCheers to Leslie H. Thanks for everything! You are fantastic, super, kind, nice, funny and an all-around great person! Love You! Cheers to Nick, the best gas fitter in the valley; because of you we have heat! You are the best, buddy! Cheers to the Haynes family. You are the most welcoming, loving people. Thank you for the trailer ride; we will never forget it! We miss you guys so much! – McClovesCheers to the caring, helpful guys who took care of me after my car was hit in the intersection at Sobeys. Also, for helping me out of my car, sitting with me, and getting me to the hospital. I was really shaken up and I can’t thank you guys enough!

Cheers to the Radium Fire Department for helping host a fundraiser BBQ for Mark, Nick, and Diana. Cheers to the Birchwood team for an incredible year. Your caring dedication and enthusiasm is not overlooked. All the best in your future endeavors. -S.F.Cheers to Danny for picking up my husband and little boy on the side of the highway by Windermere, when they ran out of gas. It’s people like you who remind me what a wonderful valley we live in!

STORAGE

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available. Now with climate Controlled units. Call 250-342-3637. STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park, 250-342-3166.

Don't Forget to Vote tomorrow

A vote for Gerry Taft is a vote for:

• Actions and results, not promises and words • Proven leadership, and honest motivations • Moving forward in realistic and incremental steps

COMMERCIAL SPACE Rent/Sell approx. 2400 sq. ft. between Home Renovation Center & Fitz Flooring. For more information please call Lorne @ 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 Spa’s – beside Back Door Wine Cellar. Overhead door/heated. $5.00/per sq. ft. triple net. Call 250342-0603 or 250-341-5845. For lease: approximately 2,800 sq. ft. Across from the Invermere Post Office. Contact Gordon at 250342-9271. 2 private office spaces for rent in D/T Invermere. Approximately 500 sq. ft. each. Please call John at 250409-4117.

SHARED ACCOM. Private room with cable, phone, laundry access, Internet, and all utilities included, $400/month + $200 DD, N/P, 250-342-4020. Large 3-bdrm home on the lake in Invermere. Furnished, sharing with one other, available with own bath, all appliances. $500/

Rotary Senior’s Christmas Dinner

Sunday, December 11th, 2011 Invermere Inn, 5:30 p.m.

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, 250-342-0838. 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.

For reservations phone 250-342-5566 Monday – Thursday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

High Country Properties requires

Contract Cleaners for the winter season. Earn $15.00/hr cleaning privately owned vacation homes and condos at Panorama and throughout the Windermere Valley. If you have your own vehicle and enjoy a flexible schedule, please forward your resume to Julie at julie@highcountryproperties.com or fax to 250-342-0294.

Radium: 2-bdrm apartment, D/T, bright. $850/month with hydro, 5 appliances, DD required. Call 250-347-6420. We supply parts and service FOR ALL MAKES of: • snowmobiles • motorcycles • quads

Radium: brand-new, furnished lower level suite for rent. 2 bdrms, 2 baths, lots of windows, bright and clean. Available immediately, N/S, N/P. $750/ month + utilities. 250-3423790. 1-bdrm lower level walkout suite. Lots of windows, close to D/T and beach, includes W/D, N/S. $825/month utilities included. 250-342-3790. 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.

Registration for the January to March intake of skating programs: Pre school skate, canskate, pre-starskate, starskate, canpower skate, adult daytime powerskate.

Will take place at the Eddie Mountain Arena Monday Nov. 21 and Wednesday Nov. 23 from 3:30-5:00pm. Skating programs will commence the week of January 2, 2012 all registrations need to be received prior to the start date. Questions can be emailed to: beddie@telus.net or Leanne Beddie 250-342-6607

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.

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SUITE FOR RENT

HOMES FOR RENT

Beautiful 1,200 sq. ft. luxury apartment: 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 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.

Invermere: 2-bdrm suite near schools in log home with laminate & tile floors. Includes W/D, fridge, stove, free cable & wireless Internet. Private entrance with lots of parking, N/S, N/P. $750/ month + utilities + DD. Available starting November 2011. Call 250-342-1010.

Brand-new large, bright, 2-bdrm basement suite in D/T Invermere. Private entrance and enclosed patio, all new appliances, N/S, N/P, $800/month + utilities, 1 year lease preferred, references required, available immediately, 403-874-0483.

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. $1,400/month + D.D. which includes long distance telephone excluding utilities. N/S, N/P, mature single or couple preferred. To view (on weekends only), please call Nicole 403-472-6684 or 250342-9362.

For the latest rentals available please visit jennyb.ca. Jenny Bueckert-Maxwell Realty Invermere. info@jennyb.ca or call 250-342-5711.

3-bdrm home in quiet Wilder Subdivisions with garage, close to D/T, lake and schools, N/S, N/P. $1,100/month + utilities. Available January 1st, 2012. Call 250-342-2052.

Fairmont, Dutch Creek: 4-bdrm + den cabin in beautiful treed, quiet location. Furnished. Large rec. room, wood F/P. $1,100/month + utilities. Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-6880362 Kijiji.ca Ad ID 324747855.

Invermere: large, bright, 2-bdrm basement suite with separate entrance. Appliances shared, W/D, central location, 2 blocks to D/T, school, and hospital. 3 blocks to groceries & beach. Pets OK, N/S, available now. $625/month + utilities. Call Grant 403-493-1245. 1-bdrm suite for rent in central Invermere. Fully furnished with in-suite laundry. Spacious, bright walkout with patio. Available immediately, N/S. $500/month + utilities. 250-342-8755. Bright, furnished, 1-bdrm basement suite in Invermere. $550/month. Includes utilities and cable. N/S. Single person preferred. 250-3420337. 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 250-3420008. Front Walkout Suite: partially 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. $600/month hydro and water included. Looking for a mature professional. Call 403-796-6218.

Spoil Yourself! Beautiful 1-bdrm suite for rent in Fairmont on R/S Golf Course. Nicely furnished, 2 TVs, W/D, all appliances, cable, Internet, and BBQ. $650/month includes utilities. Call 250-3421629. 2-bdrm fully-furnished D/T apartment. $800/month including utilities and internet. Available November 15th. Call 250-3415534. 2-bdrm suite for rent, available immediately. Includes 5 appliances. $800/month includes utilities. 250-341-1099. 1-bdrm apartment in 12-unit building. In D/T Invermere, parking, easy walk to D/T, amenities, no stairs, on-site Laundromat. $579/ month + Hydro, N/S, references required. Available December 1st. Please call Sharon 250-688-1365. 2-bdrm, 1.5-bath upper suite in Radium. Shared laundry, large backyard, garage included. $600/ month + hydro. Call 250-347-9970. 2-bdrm basement suite: furnished and close to schools. $800/month + utilities + DD, N/S, N/P, Call 250688-2456.

2-bdrm apartment (upper floor) in Canal Flats. Available immediately. $550/month + utilities + DD. Call 250-342-3345 after 6 p.m.

Large 2-bdrm suite in Invermere. Close to D/T and schools. W/D, fridge, and stove. $775/month + hydro. Available immediately. Call 250-688-1105.

Large, clean, furnished 1-bdrm suite with shared laundry room. Available December 1st. $725/month utilities included + DD. Call 250-342-9404.

Radium: 2-bdrm, bright, 5-appliances, D/T apartment. $850/month includes hydro + D.D. Call 250-341-5668.

Clean, quite, bright, large, 1-bdrm upstairs suite for rent in Columere Park. $600/month + hydro. Call 250345-6524.

Radium: D/T bachelor suite. $350/ month includes utilities. Call 250341-5668.

Invermere: huge, bright 2-bdrm main floor suite, with extra-large fenced yard. Nice wood burning stove. All appliances (shared W/D). Central location 2-blocks to D/T, schools, hospital. 3-blocks to grocery store and beach. Pets OK, N/S, available December 1st. $850/month + utilities. Call Grant 403-493-1245.

HOMES FOR RENT Wilmer: 2-bdrm log home, large fenced yard and, detached workshops, perfect for couple for 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 250-341-1182. 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. INVERMERE: 5-bdrm, 4-baths, 4,000 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. Fully-furnished luxury home for rent, 2+1 bdrms, 2 full baths, 1,400 sq. ft. bungalow located in Castle Rock Estates, Invermere. Stainless steel appliances, all dishes, pots, and pans, hardwood

Invermere: 3-bdrm, 2.5-bath home for rent. Across from Pothole Park, short walk to everything, N/S, available December 1st. $1,200/month + utilities includes appliances. Call DK 250-342-5935. Fully furnished 3-bdrm log home for rent. $1,400/month includes cable, internet, and utilities Call 403-819-8121. D/T Invermere home for rent. 4 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 kitchens, garage & shed, 2 separate entrances. Could fit 4-6 people easily. Available December 1st. $1,500/month + utilities. Call 250-688-1224. 2-bdrm unfurnished home for rent. 4834 St. Joseph Street, Radium. $550/month + utilities. Call 250-347-9325 or 250-347-9958. Large 3-bdrm, 2-bath home for rent with island kitchen, yard, garden, and appliances. Available immediately and pet negotiable. $900/month + utilities + DD. 250-341-1099. 4-bdrm, 2-bath home for rent in Canal Flats. Large fenced front & backyard with a fenced dog run, large garden, and greenhouse, beside Elementary school, pets are welcome. $1,000/month. 250-341-7774.

Newer 2-bdrm + den T/H in Invermere. Fully furnished, walk to Panorama bus & stores, gas F/P. $1,150/month + utilities. Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-688-0362 Kijiji.ca Ad ID 325061998.

D/T Invermere 2-bdrm main level with garage. $1050/month including utilities. Available December 1st. 250-688-1224. Large 4-bdrm furnished house for rent. Available as 2 suites, or the whole house. Walking distance to town, great location, no partiers, references required. Available immediately. $475/month (per room), $699/month (lower suite), $799/month (upper suite), or whole house (price negotiable). Great for Panorama staff or workers. Email: mjjbug88@yahoo.com. 403 678-3087. Windermere: 3-bdrm mobile home, 5 appliances, large deck in yard, quite street close to schools and beach, a lot of parking. $800/month + utilities. 403-286-1132. Large 3-bdrm, 2-bath home for rent with island kitchen, yard, garden, and appliances. Available immediately and pet negotiable. $900/month + utilities + DD. 250-341-1099. Nice condo for rent in Canal Flats at Jade Landing. Would be great for young couple/people starting out! 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, close to school and lake, includes 6 appliances and A/C. Bus service to and from Fairmont Hot Springs. $1,000/month + utilities. Available immediately. Call Mark or Wendy 250-349-5419 or 250-4899717.

CONDO FOR RENT Windermere Lakeview Meadows Spacious Luxury, 3-bdrm, 2 Â˝-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. Avail Sept.1, 250-688-0512. 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. 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. 250-202-9654. 2-bdrm, 2-bath unfurnished condo for rent in the Pinewood in Radium. A/C, W/D, and underground parking, N/S, N/P and available immediately. $700/month includes utilities. Call 403-285-3417. Invermere: Beautiful condo close to D/T. 3-bdrm, 3-bath, 5-appliances, large storage room and attached garage! Will go fast at $1,100/ month + utilities. Call Kevin for evening showing at 780-982-1140.

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CONDO FOR RENT

CONDO FOR SALE

MISC FOR SALE

2-bdrm, 6 appliances, mountain views, patio, partially furnished, with garage. Great location! $1,000/month. 250-342-1475.

D/T living 2-bdrm, 2-bath condo. $249,000 serious inquires only please. Call 250-342-0554 or 250342-5919.

DSP 5th wheel hitch. Used 4 times, 4–way tilt, 17,000 LB. GTW. $450. 250-341-1305.

HOMES FOR SALE

WANTED

Quaint 1,100 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.

Do you have a cheesy old velvet painting gathering dust in your basement? Well, how would you like to contribute that old gawdy 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 at 250-341-6299.

Open House

MISC FOR SALE

Saturday, November 19th

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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. Edgewater 1,300 sq. ft. home with undeveloped basement 2 bath, 2 bdrm with attached deck and carport. $239,900. To view call 250-347-9813.

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, B.C. $115,000 firm. Call 250-3426858 after 6 p.m. 3-bdrm T/H with fully developed walkout basement, family room, laundry room, bathroom, garage, heat pump, wood trim throughout, custom window coverings. Access to indoor/ outdoor pool and fitness centre. 360 degree mountain views, two 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 skill level. $298,000. Call 250342-0183.

Hot tub rentals week or weekend rates. Valley Spas: 250-342-3922. 302V8 + 3SPEED TRANSMISSION MODIFIED MOTOR too many extras to list. Best offer. 250-4099130. 700R Chevy Transmission, custom built, originally paid $3,000. Best offer. 250-409-9130. Firewood! Birch, Larch, Fir and Pine cut, split, delivered. ½ cords & full cords starting at $150. Call 250-688-0143. 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 O.B.O. 250-409-9130.

Four Firestone Winter Force tires for sale 235/55/R17 (used with 17” rims) $500. 250-421-1022. Cast Ironwood burning stove and accessories. $400 wood/glass cabinet. 73” high. $250. 250-3420554. Cast iron/EPS woodstove. Asking $750 O.B.O. Call 250-342-9390.

VEHICLES 1986 CHEVY ½ TON, no motor, LOTS OF ACCESSORIES. Best offer. MUST GO! 250-341-7393. 1997 Dodge Dakota in excellent condition, V8, A/C, power windows, security system, 4x4, extended cab, 138,000 km. Call 250-342-2941.

SERVICES Tile & Slate Installs Journeyman tile setter, 30+ years experience. Custom steam rooms, showers, Floors, and cultured stone. All work guaranteed. Competitive rates. Call 250-341-5645. Renew & Restore Professional tile & grout. Cleaning, re-grouting, repair & sealing of tile, grout, slate, and stone. Commercial & residential. 35 years experience. New installations also available. 250-341-5645 refreshtile@yahoo.ca

Aluminum deck railing. 1995 Ford truck front bumper, $100 O.B.O. 3 P-225/70 R16 Firestone Wilderness A/T — one brand new, 2 at 70%80%, $150 O.B.O. 2 P245/75 R16 General American A/S at 70%, $75 O.B.O. 250-342-3569.

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

Kenmore washer and dryer. In good working condition. Dryer 5 years old. Washer 3 years old. $100. Call 250-347-6390.

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

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

Dryer vent and furnace cleaning & inspections. Call AQUAIR today! 250342-5089.

knives, hole saws, ice auger blades, knives, scissors, and much more. 250-341-5447, 345 Blair St. Athalmer.

to 185 Laurier Street, Invermere between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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. Buy one, get one free! Black Friday sales! “Shannon goes above & beyond, with her impeccable, superb, excellent and speedy service! Thanks so much.” Lorna Dyson & Darrel Anderson Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749 shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca “Covering the Valley – One Window At A Time” Expires: November 27, 2011 LBO Autobody. Your Fender Bender Mender & The Valley Shine Shop Keep your vehicle free of salt & 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, 250342-9696. 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! 250-2700254. 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

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. 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 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.

Local company looking for mechanically inclined P/T help increasing to F/T. Class 3 D/L would be an asset. Send resume to info@ winterfell.ca. The Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery requires a P/T and F/T Line Cooks. Must be available weekends and evenings. Apply in person to the Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery by e-mail to horsethiefpub@telus.net or fax 250-347-9987. Seeking dog walker for 2 large wellbehaved dogs in Edgewater. For approx. 30 minutes a day (MondayFriday (mid-day-early afternoon)). Must be responsible, mature and reliable! If interested please contact Gayle 250-409-9130.

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November 18, 2011

REMEMBRANCE DAY

REFLECTING — Clockwise from top left: Georgina Loucks (left) and Kelly Williams (right) help their mother, 94-yearold Winifred Loucks, lay a wreath; Invermere’s cenotaph is coloured with wreaths of remembrance; Ken Berkley stands with fellow comrades Andy Stuart-Hill and John Woods; cadet Cpl. Renaud stands tall during parade; cadets L.Cpl. Nadon and Cpl. Van Urk stand post at the cenotaph, with the colourful serge of the RCMP behind them. Photos by Kelsey Verboom

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30 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer . . . ‘Vista company removed from stock exchange’ continued from page 3 Stoneset Equity has been hit with a multitude of difficulties during 2011, launching a $25 million lawsuit against Octagon Properties, who sold them the Vista Del Lago site in 2007, for alleged misrepresentation. They are facing foreclosure on a Calgary property, now up for sale, and announced in June the initiation of a lawsuit against Aqueous Capital Corp., a company Stoneset merged with in May. The developer has also threatened to sue the District of Invermere for what Chief Executive Officer and Stonset Director Tony Argento called “an illegal bylaw,” which he claims prevented development on the site. The municipality confirmed that no legal action has yet been taken. But with the hope for a new hotel and conference centre for Invermere fading, questions are now being raised over the feasibility of the project from the outset. The 12.34 acre Vista Del Lago site was zoned in 2006 to allow for development of 570 condominiums, a 144-room hotel and conference centre, and 45,000 square feet of commercial space. The plans have received some public criticism for being too ambitious, with too many units for the space available, Mayor Taft revealed. “With the benefit of hindsight and, of course, remembering that the economy changed a lot, there have been comments that the project may not have been feasible,” he said. “Personally, from my own

November 18, 2011 perspective, I think the original density concept is high and physically difficult to achieve on the site and indeed questionable as to market demand.” It was 2006 when council approved plans for the then Waterside project under Octagon Properties Group Ltd., putting the land zoning in place which stands today. Included were phasing requirements to prevent a developer from proceeding without first building the hotel. In November 2007, Octagon sold the land to Stoneset for $23 million, but the economic downturn put the project on hold until September 2010, when the developer announced that survey work was underway. Some debate over phasing meant that work on the site never got started. “My personal perspective on what happened is that it seems they may have overpaid for the land and had a real lack of capital,” Mayor Taft said. “The fact that nothing happened at all is a bit of a disappointment. Council was lead to believe that the original owners were serious about building.” The incoming District of Invermere council must now consider whether action is needed on behalf of the municipality. A possible option would be downzoning the land, after public consultation, Mayor Taft said. A time limit for future zoning changes could also be considered. At press time, Stoneset’s Chief Executive Officer, Tony Argento and President, Peter Jarman, did not respond to phone calls or e-mails for information. The company’s website is currently offline.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Official Community Plan Amendment & Zoning Bylaw Amendment NOTICE is given of a Public Hearing to be held at 7:00 pm on Tuesday November 29, 2011, in the Council Chambers at the District of Invermere Office, 914 - 8th Ave., in the District of Invermere, to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 1145, 2002 and OCP Bylaw 1085, 2001. Official Community Plan Amendment No. 1441, 2011 and Zoning Bylaw amendment No. 1442, 2011 will amend the Zoning Bylaw No. 1145, 2002 and OCP Bylaw 1085, 2001 as follows: By amending the Zoning designation of the following lands, Lot 30. Block 38, District Lot 267, Kootenay District, Plan 1143 from R-1, Single Family Residential to M-1A Light Industrial / Commercial and by amending the current Land use plan designation under 3.2 and 3.3 of the OCP from Single Family Residential to Light Industrial The intent of these bylaws is to amend the land use and zoning of 320 Borden Street in order to allow a fitness center and storage business with accessory residential quarters as a permitted use at this location. The above synopsis is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as the full text and content of the proposed “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1442, 2011 or OCP Amendment Bylaw 1441, 2011”. A copy of the proposed bylaw and relevant background documents may be inspected at the District of Invermere municipal office 914 - 8th Ave., Invermere from Wednesday, November 16, 2011 to Tuesday, November 29, 2011. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. All persons who believe that their interest in the property is affected by the proposed “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1442, 2011” and / or OCP Amendment Bylaw # 1441, 2011 may: • Send written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing • Fax written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing; or • Present verbal or written briefs at the hearing. NOTICE is also given that the Council will not accept any written or verbal presentations after the close of the public hearing. Rory Hromadnik Director of Devlopment Services

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Valley Churches

FAITH

Thy kingdom come Pastor Fraser Coltman St. Peter’s Lutheran Mission of Invermere We Christians often say that God reigns over all of life in justice and power. We say so because that is what our Scriptures proclaim to us. But many who look at the world and its many problems scratch their heads and wonder what sort of Ruler God is. If God is such a good and fair Ruler, then why are there bloody wars at all? Couldn’t he just erase them with His almighty chalk brush? Shouldn’t he? If God cared only for what is right and wrong in this world, perhaps he would bring an end to wars with a snap of his fingers. But what would become of those involved in the conflicts? Would he simply destroy them as punishment for their part in these wars? What would he do to husbands who beat their wives or children? What would he do to you or me when he finds us entangled with our neighbors in quarrels? If God only gave us what we deserve in life, we would be in big trouble, because none of us is free from the grip of anger, self-righteousness, jealousy and hate. These passions in us cause our conflicts, and God responds to them in two ways. As the Ruler of his creation, God works to restrict

the destructive ways of humanity through men and women who serve as police officers and soldiers. The work of these people is actually one of God’s ways of maintaining justice, protecting people from wrongdoers, and establishing peace and security in the nations of the world. It is not a perfect means of ruling because God works through people who are not perfect, but men and women who serve us in this way are still gifts of God to us. We should thank God for them, and support them in their very demanding and sacrificial work, as we just did on Remembrance Day. God’s second means of addressing humanity’s conflicts is through Jesus, His Son. Our fights with each other are ultimately rooted in our struggle with God. We were created to trust and serve God, but we don’t do that. We naturally rebel against his rule in our lives. Instead of merely punishing us for that, God sent his Son to restore us to peace with God and one another. Jesus did that by accepting our guilt as his own, and suffering the punishment we deserve, dying on the cross. He was raised from the dead, and he offers forgiveness to us when we confess our quarrelsome ways and trust his promise. Forgiven by God, we can forgive each other, and God works out his reign among us, letting his peace and goodwill be known through us.

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LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, November 20th, 10:30 a.m.: Worship and Life Instruction. “International Day of Prayer for The Persecuted Church”...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 9:00 a.m.: Worship at All Saint’s in 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

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