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Radium Hot Springs pools to go private

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff A move by Parks Canada to privatize operations at the Radium Hot Springs pools will affect the 20 employees at the local swimming hot spot, Parks has confirmed.

On April 30th, Parks Canada announced its plans to seek private operators for all three of its Canadian Rockies hot pools (Radium, Banff and Miette Hot Springs, near Jasper, Alta.).

Although there will be no immediate layoffs at the Radium pools, the future is uncertain for the 42 staff members employed by Parks to run this and the other two facilities.

If plans move forward, the new private operators could take over in as little as one year.

“What the 20 employees heard at Radium on Monday is that they are affected,” said Tracy Thiessen, executive director of the mountain national parks. “They [Radium Hot Springs employees] are subject to workforce adjustments. They will continue to go to work for the next year at least.”

The move to open the pools to private tenants was designed to maximize efficiency and exploit the developing spa industry, Ms. Thiessen said.

“We’ve had pretty stable visitation at the hot pools over the last couple years, but overall it has been on the decline since 2001,” she said. “The spa industry has increased 350 per cent. We are seeing stable or declining visitor numbers from our hot pools while there is a market out there for spas.”

A private company would be able to market the hot pools to the spa industry more intensively than has been done in the public sector, Ms. Theissen said.

The three national pools at Banff, Radium and Miette earn about $5 million annually and generally break even, she added.

“We felt that there is potential out there and we need to explore it. There’s a reason why this new market for spas aren’t going to the hot pools. These are the same pools that your parents visited. There is huge potential to really improve them.”

Kevin King, regional vice-president for the Union of National Employees said he is angered by the priva-

tization of the pools and worries about the future of employees.

“The employees are part of the social fabric of the Columbia Valley. It’s not alright to tear the fabric out of the mountain,” Mr. King said.

Privatizing the pools will ultimately cost the taxpayer more in the long run because the contract must be monitored by Parks Canada, he said. The timing of the Parks Canada decision was purposefully designed to coincide with union representatives absence due to the Public Service Alliance of Canada’s convention, he said.

“The timing of the announcement was purposeful, malicious, and should be a personal affront to not only the employees, but the business community and the small shops that need employees to have their disposable incomes,” Mr. King added.

Graham Kerslake, Tourism Radium president said he is optimistic the changes could increase tourism numbers.

“One would expect that the government has spent some time looking at this,” he said. “If there is a more efficient way to run the pools, and they have found it, that would be good for the valley.”

Province moves on Resort Municipality rules

By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff A slight tweak to a piece of provincial legislation could affect how Mountain Resort Municipalities are governed.

On May 1st, the provincial government tabled proposed amendments to the Local Government Act that highlight government’s authority to incorporate a Mountain Resort Municipality, whether or not there

are residents in the area at the time of incorporation.

No Mountain Resort Municipalities currently exist locally, but in 2009, the Regional District of East Kootenay passed a motion to support the creation of one at the Jumbo Glacier Resort development.

If Bill 41, the Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act (No. 2), 2012 passes, the provincial government would have the power to appoint a council to govern projects like Jumbo Glacier Resort, in the absence of a voting population.

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The amendments are consistent with existing government policy and merely clarify the current wording of the Local Government Act, Ida Chong, Minister for Community, Sport, and Cultural Development told The Pioneer.

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Detachment open house The second annual detachment open house will be held on May 24th between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. This is an opportunity for community members to attend the detachment and was a big hit last year with the kids. All our toys will be out on display for the kids to jump on. The local Lions Club will be hosting a barbecue. Tim Hortons and Restorative Justice volunteers will be supplying police food along with drinks.

All the Grade 3 classes in the valley will have posters plastered all over the wall, with prizes sponsored by Home Hardware and Canadian Tire. If he is not on a call, our police dog handler Corporal Sullivan will be here with Rambo, as well as Constable Chris Ralph with his police puppy in training. The dog will be front and centre at 6 p.m, and Corporal Grant Simpson will gear up in his riot gear. Last year two kids were left behind. We found good homes for them.

• On May 2nd, the Columbia Valley detachment received a report of an assault that happened on April 27th outside Horsethief Pub in Radium. A confrontation occurred where a man assaulted another man. The victim fell to the ground and later discovered he had serious injuries to his leg. A suspect has been identified and the investigation is continuing.

• On May 3rd at 2:30 a.m., officers responded to a domestic assault complaint in the Lake Windermere Pointe Condos, Invermere. As a result of the complaint, a 23-year-old man from Invermere was charged with assault. He was released on conditions to not contact the alleged victim.

• On May 3rd, a 48-year-old Invermere man previously released on condition for numerous property crimes was arrested for failing to abide by his curfew. Police were well aware of the fact that the man was under a strict house arrest, and made numerous house calls. On a number of occasions he was found to not be at home and as a result was arrested and held in custody until May 7th to appear in Invermere Provincial Court. Curfew checks will continue after his release.

• On May 4th at 12 a.m., detachment members on routine patrol observed a 2003 Ford van weaving from cen-

tre lane to the edge of the road. The 50-yearold Invermere driver was stopped and after observing the man police suspected he was impaired. A breath demand was given and the man was taken to the detachment, where he blew well over the legal driving limit. He was issued a 24-hour licence suspension and given a court date in Invermere.

• On May 4th at 9 p.m., Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a domestic assault complaint in the 4000 block of Forsters Landing Road, Radium.

As a result of the complaint a 64-year-old man from Radium was charged with assault and was given a date to appear at Invermere Provincial Court.

Mafia connection Things are a little different now, but back in the day when I got engaged to my wife we had to let the RCMP know of our pending wedding and complete some paperwork. No doubt a brief security clearance was done.

What they did with the paperwork I had no idea.

However, I had my own ideas. I forged a highly “official” response purporting to be from RCMP headquarters regarding security clearance of my soon-to-be-wife and her parents.

I contacted my future father-in-law and advised him we needed to talk right away. I visited the house and presented my forged letter which claimed background checks on his name and birthday and had found that while he lived back east, he was connected to well-established mafia people. I put in some history that was accurate regarding where he was living and working at the time.

While reading this letter, he kept looking up at me and pleading, “this is not me.” He kept repeating this.

My future mother-in-law, realizing her husband’s anguish, came over and also viewed the letter. She rushed to her husband’s defence, “This is not him, they’ve got the wrong person!”

“So you think the RCMP have it wrong?” I responded. I advised both that they would now have to explain to their daughter why we couldn’t get married. Bev was in on this and in front of her parents I had her read the letter.

Her father was in shock trying to explain to his little girl this was not him. At some point, I decided it wise to talk him down from the roof. I advised him that if I was going to be in the family, he should expect more mind games.

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By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Fairmont Hot Springs Airport is competing to be put on the aviation map, with a bid to become one of WestJet’s new destinations for their upcoming regional airline. Should the attempt be successful, the valley could find itself with an aerial link to larger Canadian communities, providing easy access for out-of-town visitors.

With more than 30 communities across the country lobbying for services, the new short-haul flights have caught the attention of many rural areas, said Robert Palmer, manager of public relations for WestJet Airlines Ltd. “Over 30 communities across all of Canada have expressed an interest in receiving services,” he said. “It’s not a whole lot different in terms of what we look for than what we look at for servicing a community with 737s.”

WestJet announced this week their plan to purchase up to 45 planes for the new regional service, details of which were first unveiled to the public at the start of this year.

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Kootenay Park cabin Mrs. Charles Crook stands in front of the Crook’s cabin in Kootenay National Park, 1959. The Crook’s cabin stood in what is now called Crook’s Meadow, located 34 kilometres northeast of Radium along Highway 93. Behind the cabin stood a fire tower lookout (not pictured) for spotting wildfires. If you have any more memories or information about this photograph, email us at news@cv-pioneer.com.

By Kelsey Verboom What do the most recent Invermere council meeting and a bout of lice have in common? They will both leave you scratching your head.

At a regular meeting on May 7th, Invermere mayor and council spent less than 10 minutes discussing a proposed commercial development on 13th Ave. before tossing it out the window, but spent close to an hour talking in circles and subsequently passing a motion that Councillor Paul Denchuk described as “a stick thrown under the train” to try and further stall the Jumbo development.

Mayor Taft and some members of council then contradicted themselves by saying the motion wasn’t at all about Jumbo, but about the “democratic process” and governance in general.

In that same spirit, this editorial isn’t at all about Jumbo; it’s about the democratic process and governance in general.

Now, when was the last time a proposed commercial development passed before the District of Invermere? It certainly has been a while. The proposal wasn’t ideal in location, but it had the potential to bring businesses to Invermere — possibly a gas bar, yoga studio, or a restaurant.

Council made no mention of suggestions or compromises that might make the development more plausible, but instead talked ad nauseam about why they should oppose provincial legislation that may potentially affect a development an hour from Invermere.

The rest of council should take a cue from Councillors Greg Anderson and Justin Atterbury, who both pointed out that council’s time and energy could be better spent focusing on projects in town in need of attention, rather than debate a motion that Mayor Taft himself admitted would likely have no effect in the big scheme of things.

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Historical Lens Listening to council’s rather lengthy debate about the governance of Mountain Resort Municipalities (see story, page 3), I couldn’t help thinking how distinctly similar — albeit on drastically different scales — the words and actions of Mayor Taft and select members of council are to the headache-inducing deer cull issue the town just dealt with.

After two years of following proper process, working with the province, and making the correct applications, all the proper permits are in place to proceed with the cull, council told those opposed. You had your chance to speak and be involved; even though you don’t

necessarily agree with it, it’s time to let the democratic process take place, mayor and council said.

Fast forward a few months and some members of council are throwing a paperwork tantrum because they don’t agree with a provincial decision.

It is now an appropriate time for them to take their own wise words into consideration.

If council is going to tout the democratic process, it is best to let it take place. That way, Invermere’s leaders can fully devote their energies to improving issues in town that matter right here, right now.

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May 11, 2012 . . . ‘Province moves on Resort Municipality rules” continued from page 3 “This legislation is not specific to Jumbo. It will allow for these opportunities throughout the province,” she said.

“You do have areas that require development, and there is no one living there, so how can you vote on what the area will look like?

“You need people in place to make decisions with respect to zoning, roads, and development,” Minister Chong continued.

“You can’t dump that responsibility on neighbouring governments that may live kilometres from the site of the development.”

The Local Government Act amendments didn’t sit well with Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald of the NDP, who has staunchly opposed Jumbo moving forward.

“The B.C. Liberals’ latest step towards forcing a ski resort on an area that does not want it would make a good joke if it wasn’t so serious,” MLA Macdonald stated in a press release.

Calling the Liberals a government with “no respect for democracy,” he said, “A municipality’s function is to provide a governance structure for its residents.

Changing the rules so that a municipality can be created out of thin air makes a mockery of democratic principles.”

Minister Chong said it should come as no surprise that the resort may be moving forward.

“To be clear, it has been 20 years that a Master Development Agreement has been in discussion. The prospect of having the resort developed should not come as a surprise, because it’s in the Master Development Agreement.

“It’s now my job to ask, ‘How would that proceed? What kind of governance would allow the resort to proceed?’ My role as a local government minister is to see what type of governance would best suit the prospect of that going forward.”

Referring to recommendations by the Regional District of East Kootenay in 2009 that Jumbo be a Mountain Resort Municipality if it went ahead, Minister Chong said, “If that is the way we are going to proceed, at least we know that consideration was given by the elected officials about the way we were headed.”

There are far too many ‘ifs’ to speculate what an appointed government of a Mountain Resort Municipality may look like, Minister Chong said.

The province will have the power to appoint a council, which will likely involve “specialized governance positions,”

she added. “We would have to very clearly decide the responsibilities and regulations of the council.”

The possibility of an appointed council at a Mountain Resort Municipality sparked angry responses from some members of Invermere council. At their regular meeting on May 8th, Mayor Taft and council spent nearly an hour debating whether or not to pass a motion stating their opposition to the Local Government Act amendments.

The motion was put forward by Councillor Paul Denchuk, who admitted during the discussion that the purpose of the motion was to try to “throw a stick under the train” that is Jumbo Glacier Resort.

“It is a stick, because I’m absolutely anti-resort,” he said, adding later in the meeting, “It’s not over until it’s over, plain and simple.”

Councillor Greg Anderson vocally opposed the motion, questioning its factual accuracy and saying the District of Invermere isn’t the appropriate body to be passing such a statement.

“We need to make smart decisions,” he said. “Now that Jumbo has received approval, as a council we have to protectively engage in the process. We have to do our best to guarantee success for our business community and residents.

“As a council, we need to be realistic.

It’s not [the motion is not] going to make a hill of beans difference. Don’t be naive.”

Councillor Justin Atterbury also questioned the motion.

“It takes away energies from things in our town we could be making a real difference on,” he said.

Mayor Taft and Councillor Spring Hawes agreed with Councillor Denchuk’s sentiments, both saying that despite the mention of Jumbo in the motion, it wasn’t about Jumbo, but about democratic process and government as a whole.

“It seems silly. It seems like you’re creating a special set of rules,” Mayor Taft said, later adding, “Although this may seem adversarial, for me, it’s about working collaboratively. The long-term goal is that what happens in Jumbo is best for everybody.”

When it came to a vote, the motion passed three to two, with Mayor Taft and Councillors Hawes and Denchuk in favour.

Council also agreed to send letters explaining their motion to the regional district, UBCM, and provincial ministers.

“Don’t forget the Queen,” quipped Councillor Anderson, rolling his eyes.

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Pioneer team welcomes a new salesperson and is apprenticing at Windermere Valley Golf Course this summer. Christopher, The Columbia Valley his youngest son, is in Pioneer is happy to anGrade 5 at Martin Morigenounce Dean Midyette as au Elementary. Lizzie, his the newest member of the wife of 15 years, works as a newspaper team. Dean special education teacher at joins our advertising sales David Thompson Seconddepartment as we bid a ary School. fond farewell to Kathy Dean remains an avid Sutherland. golfer and is a member of Dean is no stranger to the Windermere Valley the valley, with an extensive Men’s Club. If you stop sales background at Fairby The Pioneer offices you mont Hot Springs Resort. might catch him wearing He has also spent many his golf shoes in preparasummers enjoying the tion for an impromptu beautiful fairways between game or two.

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Parks Canada budget cuts slice job positions

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff Kootenay, Banff and Yoho National Park employees will be affected by the federal government's falling axe in the latest round of budget slashes to public service employees.

Across the three parks, 24 employees received notices that their jobs would be affected in some way by the cuts. Out of the 24, eight positions will be eliminated, 11 employees will depart voluntarily, and five will have their work seasons reduced.

“We looked at being as sensitive as we could be to our current employees, while still providing a high quality service to Canadians,” said Dave McDonough, field unit superintendent for Banff, Yoho, and Kootenay National Parks.

Parks Canada was unable to specify whether workers in Kootenay National Park would be specifically be affected.

The federal government announced on April 30th that 3,872 public service workers would be affected by looming job cuts. Parks Canada employees received 1,051 affected notices and almost 640 employees have lost their jobs throughout Canada's park system.

“We are looking at focusing our resources to the

peak periods and seasons during the peak times,” said Mr. McDonough. “In Kootenay National Park we have a mainly seasonal offer.”

As Kootenay National Park's visitor centre currently only operates during peak summer hours, the facility is not facing any immediate reduction in services.

The centre may not be completely out of harm’s way in the future, Mr. McDonough said. Parks Canada is considering reducing the daily hours of operation at the facility by possibly an hour or more at a later date.

“We will be working to look at the details of this new reality, and how we can still deliver our mandate,” Mr. McDonough said.

The hours of operation at Marble Canyon and McLeod Meadows campgrounds in Kootenay National will also be affected. By next year, the season of operations at the two facilities will be shortened by two weeks at the beginning of the year and two weeks at the end.

Mr. McDonough said that the campgrounds will concentrate operations between the July long weekend and Labour Day weekend. Redstreak campground in Radium will not be affected by the cuts.

“We want to concentrate on providing the best level of service we can while most of the people are there, instead of spreading ourselves too thin,” Mr. McDonough said.

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The District of Invermere quashed a proposal by developer Barry Brown John that may have brought a gas bar and commercial real estate development to the south end of Invermere’s 13th Avenue.

After receiving public feedback from a hearing on May 1st, council reviewed the public’s comments and voted unanimously to deny a zoning flip that would allow the development to move forward.

Council commended the developer for engaging in the process so diplomatically, but ultimately decided that the development is in an inappropriate location and is too ahead of its time, also citing traffic, noise, light pollution, and unknown social factors that come with the possibility of the development.

“I’m very much in support of residential commercial development when it does become viable, but I don’t think it’s appropriate at this time,” Councillor Spring Hawes said.

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Mother’s Day is a time for pampering.

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1.5 hours of relaxation for our pre-natal/post-natal moms including a beautiful herbal soak, massage and organic express facial.

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Final push for Lot 48

By Pioneer Staff The future of Lot 48, a contentious piece of land beside Columbia Lake, could soon be secured, if the Nature Conservancy of Canada is successful in its final fundraising push.

With just three weeks to go until the June 1st fundraising deadline, the organization is looking to raise the final $366,000 needed for the $7.2 million purchase.

If they are successful, the a 315-acre property on the eastern lakeshore will be preserved as parkland.

“We’re excited to be so close to reaching our goal,” said Nancy Newhouse, of the Nature Conservancy. “Protecting Lot 48 is essential to maintaining the integrity of the entire east side of the lake forever.”

The future of the piece of land, adjacent to the Columbia Lake Provincial Park and other ecological reserves, has “Fairmont Airport competing for WestJet services”. . . continued from page 5.

“Lloyd Wilder had the vision to build the airport to try and increase tourism,” Mr. Jestley said. “We already have the facilities here, we might as well use them ... It’s a good airport … to build it today might cost $20-40 million.”

After signaling interest to WestJet, Mr. Jestley began drumming up community support, contacting municipalities, chambers of commerce, and the Regional District of East Kootenay for letters to back his bid.

Those, along with signatures raised from an online petition, will be

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included in the portfolio Mr. Jestley is preparing to send to WestJet. The airline plans to announce the successful communities by the end of this year or the start of 2013.

There is no indication from WestJet on possible destinations for the rural flights, but their spokesman, Mr. Palmer explained that communities will be selected based on the current airline services available, demand for flights, the size of the area to be served and the state and structure of the local economy and industry.

To sign the petition to bring WestJet services to the valley, visit http:// www.petitiononlinecanada.com/petition/bring-westjet-regional-air-service-to-fairmont-hot-springs/921.

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been uncertain for almost seven years.

In 2005, the lot was rezoned to allow Fairmont Hot Springs Resort to build a golf course and 630-unit development.

But after plans were protested by residents, the resort owners decided not to move forward.

Since then the lot has returned to the hands of its former owners, Carol and Don Seable, who have been working with the Nature Conservancy to secure the land’s future. Local communities and residents are being encouraged by the organization to pitch in with the final fundraising drive.

“A great many people have worked for many years to get to this point,” said Wendy Booth, the Regional District’s Area F director. “I encourage anyone who cares about the cultural and natural heritage of Columbia Lake to consider lending their support to protecting Lot 48.”

To learn more, call 240-342-5521.

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Fashion forward

MOVIE REVIEW

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PLAYING THE BLUES

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Out & About Helga Boker provides some intermission entertainment during the Sensational Seconds Fashion Show at the Invermere Community Hall on Saturday, May 5th. The show, a fundraiser for the Invermere Health Care Auxiliary, raised about $8,000 through clothing sales and silent auctions.

Photo by Kate Irwin

Wings Over the Rockies ART SHOW at Pynelogs What does ART mean to you?

Purcell Mountain Painters Show May 15 to 27

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

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Movie Review: The Vow inducing than it plays out on screen.

The acting of Rachel McAdams, who plays coma victim Paige, and the everhandsome Channing Tatum, who plays Leo, buoys up the movie and keeps it modern with a touch of edginess.

With an often overly sweet script like, “Moments of impact define who we are,” the performances by the two main actors keep The Vow’s scripting from tipping the film into a syrupy vat.

This movie is based on a real-life newspaper article about couple Kim and Krickitt Carpenter, who remained married after Kim lost her memory in a car crash. The Vow seems extra-sincere because the story isn’t contrived.

Reviewed by Kelsey Verboom The Vow is an unremarkable but entirely pleasant love story.

The movie’s title tells it all: The Vow is about romance and unwavering commitment.

When a couple gets in a car accident, the wife slips into a coma and wakes up not remembering her husband.

He sticks by her side and endeavors to win her heart again, but is met with resistance when his wife feels like she’s living with a stranger.

A summary of the film’s plot actually makes it sound a lot more vomit-

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The real-life couple are shown at the end of the movie, giving it much more impact.

Although the screenwriters allegedly didn’t read it, the film also takes inspiration from a Nicholas Sparks novel by the same name.The film is slightly less sappy and a bit more clever than Sparks books tend to be.

This movie is not for pessimists who despise sentimentality, but The Vow it is the perfect antidote to a box office often packed with violent, vulgar, or pretentious films. It is a cute little movie that proves heartfelt love stories haven’t disappeared from the silver screen.

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

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

Toby Theatre • May 11th - 12th, May 16th - 19th, 7:30 p.m.: The Hunger Games.

For info: www.tobytheatre.com.

Friday, May 11th: • 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Art show and sale featuring the art of local artists at Canal Flats Seniors’ Centre.

Theme is Wings over the Rockies. Refreshments and goodies included.

• 12 noon: All Saints Church Guild Mother’s Day Luncheon at the Edgewater Legion. $5 per person.

For info: 250-347-9072.

• 12:30 p.m.: Valley Fitness Centre dedication of aerobics studio in the memory of Georgina Dubois.

If you plan to attend, please call 250-342-2131.

• 7 p.m.: La Cafamore String Quartet performs with Pianist Nina Horvath at the Edgewater Hall.

Presented by the Columbia Valley Arts. $15 Adults, $10 Students. Tickets available at Pynelogs, The Book Bar, Pip’s in Edgewater, Fairmont Village Gifts, Radium Video and at the door. For info: 250347-6943, or call Pynelogs at 250-342-4423.

• 7 p.m.: The Geology, the Hikes and the Birds of the Rocky Mountains by Bill Ayrton. A Wings festival evening presentation at Pynelogs. $15 at the door.

Saturday, May 12th: • 8:30 a.m.: Registration begins for Radium Elmer Fudd fun shoot at the Rauch Homestead Range.

Lunch included. Two-day event. For info: www. lwdrodgun.com/html/event or 250-341-3254.

• 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Royal LePage Rockies West Realty 4th Annual National Garage Sale for Shelter at 492 Highway 93/95 beside Tim Hortons. All proceeds goes to support Invermere’s local women’s shelter, The Family Resource Centre and fund long-term solutions to end family violence. For info: 250-3425599 or e-mail audrey@rockieswest.com.

• 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: BBQ fundraiser for Global Animal Lovers Society at Home Hardware.

• 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: BBQ hotdogs fundraiser at AG Valley Foods. Every Saturday in May. A fundraiser for Columbia Valley Swim Club. For info visit: www.columbiavalleyswim.com.

• 1 - 4 p.m.: Grand opening of the new flight cage at the Burns’, 3995 Holgrave Road. First driveway on the right. Presentation at 2 p.m. Info: 250-3422473.

• 6 - 10 p.m.: Wings Over The Rockies Festival Gala at Radium Resort. Featuring Bruce Kirby, adventure traveler, photographer and writer for the Globe and Mail. To register visit www.wingsovertherockies.org.

Sunday, May 13th: • Free ladies’ golfing on Mother’s Day at Setetkwa Golf Course, also a youth fundraiser.

• 8:30 a.m.: Registration begins for Radium Elmer Fudd fun shoot. Rauch Homestead Range. Lunch included. For info: www.lwdrodgun.com/html/ event.

• 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Mother’s Day Brunch at the Edgewater Community Hall. $15 Adults, $10 Seniors, $1 times the child’s age up to 10 years.

Tickets available at the door or call: 2550-347-9324.

Thursday, May 17th: • 7 p.m.: Annual General Meeting for Special Olympics BC, Columbia Valley Chapter (Invermere).

District of Invermere office boardroom. For info: 250-342-3056.

Friday, May 18th: • Backwoods Blues Festival at Horsethief Hideout, also on Saturday and Sunday. Family event. Includes camping. $50 for adults, youth $25, kids 10-andunder free. For info: 250-434-4444, 1-403-7551545 or www.horsethiefhideout.ca.

• 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Rotary Club Garage Sale at Deck Storage in Athalmer. Treasures for everyone. For

info: 250-342-6122.

• 6 - 9 p.m.: Min Ma and Neil Patterson exhibition at the Artym Gallery. Continues until May 27th.

For info: 250-342-7566.

Saturday, May 19th: • 7 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Rotary Club Garage Sale next to Invermere Courthouse, across from Sobeys.

Treasures for everyone. For info: 250-342-6122.

• 8 a.m. onwards: Garage Sale and Bake Sale and coffee at 1215 - 10th Ave., Invermere, to raise money for the Underwear Affair. Fundraising and raising awareness of cancers below the belt.

• 1 - 4 p.m.: Handmade Kazuri Jewelry from Africa for sale at Pynelogs. Hosted by the Valley GoGo Sisters. Admission is free. A luncheon to preview jewelry and purchase prior to sale at Pynelogs Cafe. $20 per person. Tickets are available at One Hour Photo.

• 2 - 6 p.m.: Fairmont Beach Resort and Waterski Park Open House. Free BBQ and fun for the whole family. Bring swim gear. Waterskiing, wakeboarding, canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding.

For info: 250-341-7085.

• 8 p.m.: The Good Doctor by Neil Simon performed by the Lake Windermere Players at the Invermere Community Hall. Tickets $15, sold at The Book Bar, One Hour Photo, Radium Video, Fairmont Pizza and La Galeria in Fairmont. Sunday show, same time. For info call Bruce: 250-347-9021.

Sunday, May 20th: • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Multi-family yard sale at Columbia Ridge Community Hall. All proceeds supporting “Relay for Life”. Furniture, sporting goods, clothing, books, household and garden items, building material, toys and more. Food and beverages for sale.

• 12 noon - 4 p.m.: Join Purcell Mountain Painters for coffee, tea and home made goodies at Pynelogs Art Gallery in Invermere.

• 2 p.m. Louise Rose performs at the Edgewater Hall.

Celebrating 100 years of the Edgewater Townsite.

Adults and seniors $25, students $10, Children $5.

For info call Barry More at 250-347-9668 or Anne Jardine at 250-347-9860.

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DANIEL ZURGILGEN 250-342-1612 landman@cyberlink.bc.ca

SCOTT WALLACE 250-342-5309 scott@scottwallace.ca

BERNIE RAVEN 250-342-7415 braven@cyberlink.bc.ca

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Lake Windermere Players will perform Neil Simon’s

May 19, 20, 25, 26 – 8:00 p.m.

May 27 only – 2:00 p.m.

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INVERMERE COMMUNITY HALL TICKETS $15 • AVAILABLE AT: Invermere – The Book Bar • One Hour Photo • the door Radium Video • Fairmont Pizza • La Galeria II in Fairmont Produced by arrangement with Samuel French Inc.

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WOODWORKING WONDERS— Kyle Burley, Jessie Blakley, and Max Perrin (left to right) have brought artistic woodworking to the valley with a new art collective.

Photo by Kristian Rasmussen

7th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-6415

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff

STONE ★ CREEK E AG L E

Art collective opens

R A N C H

View from the west deck at Eagle Ranch.

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET Adults $25.95 • Seniors $22.95 • Children $15.95 • 4 & under complimentary Call now to make your reservation!

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The valley will soon have a place where squares and rounds can come together at the corner of Highway 95 and Athalmer Road.

The Cross Roads Collective, a new art gallery, workshop and retail store will be celebrating its grand opening on May 11th with the dueling round and square woodworking styles of artisan carpenters Max Perrin and Kyle Burley.

“We have a bunch of different artists who are using the shop space together to create pieces,” said Jessie Blakley, co-owner. “This is a wood artisan consignmenttype gallery that has pieces only local to the Kootenays.”

Max Perrin brings the round aspect of woodworking to the artisan workshop.

The master carpenter has a history in building timber frame homes with a creative touch.

“I wanted somewhere that I could do some artistic work for myself and sell it as well,” Mr. Perrin said.

Furniture maker and woodworker, Kyle Burley, brings his creative thinking to the square side of carpentry. The veteran artisan said that he is excited to

have his projects back in the public eye through the support of the collective.

“You can’t really build something for two weeks, turn around and take two months to sell it, and then hope to feed your family,” Mr. Burley said. “This facility gives us the chance to do it all.”

Ms. Blakley handles the marketing aspect of the collective.

“Our goal is to be a platform for artists to come in and research how to sell their product,” she said. “Being able to give an artist a realistic look at the business end of it is what I can do.”

The workshop is designed to feature the voices and talents of artists throughout the valley Ms. Blakley said.

“We want to be able to create some kind of social network within the artistic community here.”

The artisans also plan to beautify the outdoor area near the art workshop with a water feature, gazebo, and flower beds at the corner of Highway 95 and Athalmer Road, Mr. Perrin added.

“This is the entrance to our town and we take a lot of pride in it. We are going to showcase our pride,” Ms. Blakley said.

To find out more information about The Cross Roads Collective, call 250341-6983.

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We love you Mom!

Happy Mother’s Day!

From: Krysta, Simon, Greig, Stefan, Bobby & Filou

Patty’s Greenhouse and Market Garden

Mother’s Day Special Lettuce Bowls $1000 Weekly Special Perennials 10% off

Brisco Location ~ 10% off Annuals, shrubs, trees and perennials

BLUE NOTE — A brand new music event is coming to the valley this May long weekend. The Backwood Blues Music Festival will be hosted by the Horsethief Hideout. Pictured, Gary Oja, Horsethief owner shows off the beautiful 150-yearold bar of his western-themed saloon.

Photo by Kristian Rasmussen

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Hideout singing the blues

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff Piercing guitar solos will soon ricochet off the pine trees and into the night at a brand new valley music event.

The Backwood Blues Music Festival, coming up on the May long weekend, is a family-friendly celebration of blues music to kick off the summer months.

The three-day festival, which includes camping and a stage filled with blues greats, will be held at the Horsethief Hideout, just north of Wilmer. The event’s creation has been a long-standing ambition for Hideout owner, Gary Oja. “I have always wanted to do this. I love music and it's good to be able to have a place in the valley for music,” he explained.

The Horsethief Hideout has a colourful venue already lined up for the event. The main stage is set in a frontier-themed town built by Hideout staff, which includes a jail, saloon, hotel, watchtower, and a stagecoach wired for speakers and a light show.

“The Saloon bar is over 150 years old. When you walk in it looks like 1896,” Mr. Oja said.

Hideout staff plan to create a family friendly atmosphere for the festival, with kids’ entertainment included throughout the weekend. In addition to the theme town there will be a face painting and a balloon artist on hand.

“Everyone thinks that the Hideout is just for motorcycles and people who ride them,” Mr. Oja said. “The blues event is truly not about that. I prefer to do family things out here. It's a perfect spot to bring your children.”

The property was purchased by Mr. Oja in the early 1980s and received its name due to the peace and quiet enjoyed by visitors to the location, the owner explained.

“We called it the Hideout because we could always come out here, before cell phones and everything, and hide away from the rest of the world,” he said.

Blues aficionados will be excited by the packed lineup that organizers have put together including Kelly Jay of Crowbar, Mighty Joe Young, Dan Engelland, Duris Maxwell, Boogie Patrol and Split Shift.

“These are top end musicians,” Mr. Oja said. “Dan Engelland is probably one of the best guitar players in Canada, if not beyond that.

“If you are a local you can come early to pick your camper or tent spot. For $50 for a weekend it’s basically $5 to see each group.”

Tickets for the three-day festival are $50 for adults, $25 for youth (10 years old and above), and kids under 10 are free. Prices include camping and tickets are available from The Book Bar, Invermere.

The event will be fully serviced with concessions and amenities. For more information, call 250-434-4444 or 403-755-1545, or visit www.horsethiefhideout.ca.

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We’re pen!

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· 18 holes from $27 · 10-round punchcards from $259 (limited time only)

· Kids golf free (some restrictions apply)

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Put a lid on it A hoard of happy poster winners show off their designs for the East Kootenay Brain Injury Association poster contest.

The designs all centred around encouraging helmet use when out and about in the valley. Pictured, back row, left to right: Ciana Verge, Lara Tugade, Emma Postlethwaite (all Grade 2). Front row, left to right: Baylan Douglas-Neudorf (Grade 1) , J.B. Ombing (Grade 1), Melissa Wall (Grade 2), Luke Schaal (Grade 2), Zenarah Gervais (Grade 1), Lexie Franson (Grade 1).

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We would like to thank the following people who helped fund the Bantam Rockies Hockey Team’s journey to the Provincials in Vanderhoof, B.C. in March,2012.

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Everyone who purchased raffle tickets. The winner of the $500 prize was Neil Larsen from Kimberley, B.C. Bottle drive donators Hoobanoff Logging Carl Larson Regional District of East Kootenay Windermere Valley Minor Hockey Association Windermere Valley Snowmobile Society

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John Wolfe Construction Golden Installations Toby Creek Electric Golden Minor Hockey Association Royal Canadian Legion Invermere Old Timers District of Invermere Ukass Logging Ltd. AG Valley Foods Purdy’s Easter Chocolate purchasers The Bantam team and families for all the hard work this season

The team had a great experience and represented the Columbia Valley and Golden areas very well and placed second out of eight teams, receiving a silver medal.

POTENTIAL FOR LEADERSHIP? The Rotary Club of Invermere offers a scholarship to attend a one-week leadership training program, with all expenses, accommodations, meals and transportation provided. The camp will be held at Selkirk College Campus in Castlegar, B.C., June 30th – July 7th.

To qualify applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 25, have graduated from high school, and have the whole week, Saturday, June 30th to Saturday, July 7th to attend RYLA. Deadline to apply: May 28th, 2012.

If you would like further details, please contact any Invermere Rotary Club member (subject RYLA) or Andy Stuart-Hill at 250-342-0186, transafrica55@gmail.com or pick up a RYLA application at Invermere Public Library.

RYLA C/O Rotary Club of Invermere Attn: A. Stuart-Hill P.O. Box 76, Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0

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Be Bear Aware this summer Westside Park in Invermere has already had bear sightings this year. Neighborhoods such as CastleRock Estates and up into Pine Ridge Mountain Resort are especially at risk for animal conflicts.

Bear Aware was first implemented in 1998 in Revelstoke, and has been active in more than 30 communities since then. Since its introduction, Revelstoke has seen a significant reduction in conflicts between bears and humans.

As Invermere and Radium’s program is only entering its second year, the effectiveness of the program locally is difficult to gauge, Ms. Leonard said.

“Bear Aware speaks to other animal species such as deer, coyotes, skunks, rats, etc. to minimize bringing animals into the community that would cause conflicts,” she added.

The District of Invermere is currently looking at expanding Bear Aware to include a program that focuses on more than just bear conflicts. If the funding is approved, Animal Aware could work side-by-side with Bear Aware to reduce human-animal conflicts.

For more information about Bear Aware, contact Crystal at invermere@bearaware.bc.ca or radium@ bearaware.bc.ca, or visit www.bearaware.bc.ca. If you see a bear in any residential area, contact RAPP (Report All Poachers and Pollutants) at 1-877-952-7277.

By Lauren Gagatek Pioneer Intern Invermere’s Bear Aware program is kicking off the summer season with a reminder to residents to keep attractants to a minimum as bears across the valley emerge from hibernation.

The program, which runs from mid-May until November, is designed to teach visitors and residents how to minimize contact with bears.

Being naturally curious animals, bears are on the lookout for any tasty snack while out on their nighttime prowl. Reducing food sources and becoming more conscious about wild animals in the community benefits everyone, said Crystal Leonard, Bear Aware coordinator for Invermere and Radium.

“Bear Aware benefits the people of the community for safety reasons and of course the bears because the bears are the ones that end up being destroyed due to attractants,” she said.

Locally, the program is implemented through door-to-door reminders, school programs and displays at public events during the summer.

The influx of people to Invermere and Radium means that minimizing attractants becomes even more important, Ms. Leonard said.

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By Pioneer Staff This year's Spilli Chilli Cook Off has been cancelled because of a breakdown in negotiations over the use of the land where the event is held.

The Spilli Chilli Cook Off is an annual event held each June in Spillimacheen, where participants compete to win top prizes with their culinary chili creations.

“We just want to tell people that we are sorry that it isn't happening this year, but it will happen next year,” event organizer Nola Alt said.

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YOUR MONEY

Making the most of your tax refund With tax season officially behind most of us, many Canadians are eagerly anticipating a tax refund.

A tax refund may seem like a windfall, but it is simply the government returning people’s hard-earned money with no interest. Some people like to get a tax refund however, because it can be a form of forced savings.

Here are some ideas to help you to make the best of your tax refund.

Pay down debt The average Canadian’s household debt is currently at 150 per cent of their disposable income, and savings rates are next to nothing.

For people carrying high-interest debt such as a credit card or line of credit (often referred to as “bad debt”), applying a tax refund against the balance is a good strategy. Paying down debt with a tax refund is equal to earning an after-tax rate of return equal to the interest rate on the debt.

With the average credit card charging upwards of 18 per cent, paying down “bad debt” is an excellent strategy.

Make an RRSP or TFSA contribution Using tax refund money to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is a great way to stretch refund dollars. Not only are refund dollars invested in a tax-deferred investment and grow tax-free, additional savings are generated in the form of a tax de-

duction to be claimed sometime in the future.

A Tax-Free Savings Account contribution is also an important consideration for tax refund money. Unlike an RRSP contribution there is no tax deduction available, however the funds invested in a TFSA grow tax free, and are not taxed on withdrawal.

For people who expect large pensions or who have sizable Registered Retirement Savings Plan accounts, a Tax-Free Savings Account is often a better choice for any investment dollars, including tax refunds.

Start an emergency fund It can be difficult for people to start saving for an emergency fund, especially with such low interest rates on savings accounts. However, if an individual or family doesn’t have three to six months of cash saved, it can be difficult to weather small financial storms that may come their way.

A tax refund is a good opportunity to get started. A Tax-Free Savings Account can be a good way to save for emergencies with no tax payable on investment returns.

Lending the money If a person has no high-interest debt and plans to use their tax refund for investment purposes other than an RRSP or TFSA, they might consider lending their tax refund to their lower-income spouse for him or her to invest.

All the income earned on the investments would be taxed in the hands of the spouse. The only financial

consideration for this arrangement is the receiving spouse would have to pay the prescribed interest rate to the lending spouse, which is currently 1 per cent. This is a very effective way for couples to income split before age 65.

Conversely, the money could also be lent to children to help them buy a home or start a business.

Registered Education Savings Plans contributions Saving for a child’s education is a great way to use a tax refund. RESP contributions generate Canada Education Savings Grants from the government, to the tune of at least 20 per cent on the first $2,500 contributed each year, to certain maximums.

Invest in yourself A lot of people look at a tax refund as “found money” and want to use it for something fun. Life is about balance and it can sometimes be the right decision to invest in a fun or educational activity or experience for a person or their family, particularly if they have no “bad debt”, and have good retirement savings in place. Consider taking a course, participating in extra-curricular activities or going on a family vacation.

Consult an advisor If you would like guidance on how to allocate your tax refund, speak to your financial advisor. They can help you to make the best decision for your refund dollars.

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May 11, 2012

New safety device could prevent mid-air collisions

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff Columbia Valley glider pilots will soon have a pair of eyes in the back, top and bottom of their heads.

New proximity detectors designed to prevent mid-air collisions are currently being readied for installation on all gliders at the Invermere Soaring Centre.

Staff are working on building mounts for small electronic proximity sensors, known as FLARMs (a name inspired from a blend of the words “flight” and “alarm”).

Once a glider is towed up into the air by plane, the proximity device plots distance and collision risks with other aircraft equipped with a similar device.

“In Europe, the FLARM is pretty much mandatory,” said Trevor Florence, owner of the Invermere Soaring Centre.

“Europe has kind of gone from as many as 20 mid-air collisions a year to two.”

The FLARM is a device that runs off an aircraft’s GPS system and signals its position several times per minute.

Other aircraft equipped with the system within a five kilometer radius pick up the signal and a warning is sounded when pilots get too close to one another. SOARING — Trevor Florence, owner of the Invermere Soaring Centre, disThe device costs around $1,300 plays the FLARM proximity warning system being prepared for installation on and is about the size of a point-and- the facility’s gliders.

Photo by Kristian Rasmussen shoot camera. on any frequency,” Mr. Florence said.

Although the numbers of collisions The device was only approved in the spring of last that have occurred in Europe have been greatly reduced by the device, Mr. Florence cautions anyone to not rely year by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada.

The Soaring Centre’s manager hopes the system may solely upon them.

“We won't have 100 per cent of the traffic with one help to prevent a fatal crash like the tragedy over Mount of these. They are not 100 per cent reliable. If a pilot Swansea last September, where pilots Keith Watson and glues their [eyes] to what the FLARM says they are not Ray Perino lost their lives. The experienced pilots collided in mid-air and crashed into the mountain. going to see [air] traffic.”

Mr. Florence said he still feels the loss of his friends.

The sport of gliding can be more dangerous than “It is a hollow spot that we will all feel for a long traditional flying, Mr. Florence said, because it requires pilots to fly their aircraft in spirals over columns of rising time. We are a very small club that lost a huge percentage of our members in an instant,” Mr. Florence said. air, called thermals.

Dan Cook of the Soaring Association of Canada was Groups of glider pilots will congregate over limited a close friend of Ray Perino. thermal zones, increasing the risk of collision.

“Ray was a big advocate of safety. He really wanted The flight alarm system was designed in Switzerland and has encountered several roadblocks to its introduc- people to look outside. He wanted to make sure that people used the tools, but didn't replace their training.” tion in North America, Mr. Florence said.

Glider pilots across Canada are now purchasing and “The frequency that the European FLARM's broadcasted on was reserved by the military. The FLARM peo- installing the FLARM system in the hopes of making ple in Switzerland said that they could make it broadcast their trips to the skies a little safer, he added.

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May 11, 2012

Emerging ski star returns home for Panorama video shoot

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff He spins in a storm of powdered snow like an iced spiral on a cake. Michael Brush [this week’s Pioneer cover star] grew up skiing at Panorama Mountain Village and returned to fly through the air off the biggest jump on the mountain on Saturday, May 5th.

The 19-year-old was here to film for a new ski movie coming out this fall from Inflik Media, a small production company based in Revelstoke. The Columbia Valley local plays out his passion for skiing by participating in events like the film shoot.

“Watching other people go out and do gnarlier things makes you ski harder,” Michael said. “The progression of the sport is unreal. It just skyrockets every year.”

The young skier was raised on the slopes at Panorama.

His dad, Brad Brush, is the director of mountain operations there and introduced his son to the mountain lifestyle at a young age.

“I grew up in a ski family and probably started skiing at the age of two,” Michael said. “I haven't stopped since.”

Michael’s versatility in the sport of skiing has given him a unique style. He is extremely versatile, with experience in everything from big mountain riding to racing.

The skier has a background in competitive racing, but he prefers the creative side of freestyle skiing.

“I ski raced for years and years, and it was so uptight.

It was always do this, this, this,” Michael said. “Now it is really my own thing. I can do what I want with it.

Being able to have a lot more freedom with the sport is

awesome.”

He achieved one of his dreams, competing against his heroes, two years ago at the Telus World Ski and Snowboard Festival in Whistler.

“I qualified for the finals of the big air,” Michael said. “I was skiing in front of 14,000 people. It was a live webcast and I was on a jumbotron [screen] with all of my idols. All of the pros were up at the start

gate with me.”

Last year Brush earned a second place finish in the superpipe event, and a third place finish in the slope style at the B.C. Freestyle Championship in Whistler.

This year has been equally successful for the young freestyler. Michael just got back from this year's Telus competition, where he qualified 21st for the slope style competition. He was also able to travel to California to compete in a halfpipe competition.

The freedom of freestyle skiing has helped the skier to develop some big goals for his future.

“This sport just got into the Olympics,” he said. “In the biggest picture possible, I would like to go to the 2018 Olympics.”

On his way to Olympic dreams Michael said that he would like to get involved with bigger events and compete at a higher level in the future. In BIG AIR — Jake Teuton on the meantime location filming with Mithe skier is chael Brush at Panorama’s just happy to terrain park May 5th. be home, but wishes there was more of a freestyle following in the valley.

“It would be nice if we could get bigger numbers and more people to shred with. More people interested in coming up into the sport would be awesome to see,” he said.

Outside of competitions, Michael offers coaching to youth interested in freestyle skiing through the Panorama Mountain Freeride Club. The budding star received very little coaching while developing his skills, but said that he would like to give back to the community that has given him so much, by offering his time and knowledge to emerging riders.

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FREQUENT FLYERS­— Freestyle skiers were out in full force at Panorama Mountain Village last weekend to film a ski movie for Inflik Media. Pictured clockwise from top left: Kieran Nikula, Taylor Wilson, and Jake Teuton are filmed skiing on the largest jump at the Panorama terrain park; skiers Michael Brush, Zack Opheim, Zak Mousseau, Jarred Martin, Jake Teuton, and Jeong Kim (left to right) hang out on the box feature of the terrain park; Kaleb Weston films the shoot from the takeoff zone. Photos by Kristian Rasmussen

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May 11, 2012

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RDEK Public Hearing Notice Bylaw 2367

Bylaw Amendment - Cross River

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Calstar Building Corporation Ltd. to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the zoning designation of the subject property to facilitate a proposed two lot subdivision. The subject property is located at 9272 Cross River Forest Service Road as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2367 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 268, 2012 (Cross River / Calstar Building Corp. Ltd.)” will amend the zoning designation of the subject property from A-1, Rural Resource Zone to A-2, Rural Residential (Country) Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: Windermere Community Hall 4726 North Street Windermere, BC Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 7:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F and Electoral Area G and the Village of Radium Hot Springs.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/ numbers shown below; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

Submissions cannot be accepted after the public hearing.

This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250-489-0314, toll free at 1-888-478-7335, or email jterpsma@rdek.bc.ca.

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May 11, 2012

Changes needed to valley bus

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff The Columbia Valley will keep its bus services for at least one more year, but vital changes are needed to secure the future of the transit system, the Columbia Valley’s regional directors learned last week.

On Friday, May 4th, the valley’s three mayors and two area directors learned at a Regional District of East Kootenay meeting of rising costs for operating the bus and the immediate need to purchase a new vehicle to service the route.

Since 2011, the cost to run the valley’s five-day-aweek bus route has risen by almost $30,000 per year, BC Transit reported. The change reflects rising fuel costs, salary increases for drivers, and money for a contingency fund used for maintenance and repairs.

The need to purchase a new bus before 2013 to service the route is also looming, BC Transit’s Kevin Schubert told the Columbia Valley directors in a premeeting presentation.

The daily bus service currently travels through the valley five days per week, taking passengers from Canal Flats north as far as Edgewater in the mornings, and making the return trip south at around 5 p.m. There is also an on-demand service from Invermere to Radium during the middle part of the day.

The five community leaders discussed several costcutting options for the bus including reducing services to three days per week and removing the on-demand service in favour of more scheduled trips.

“Invermere’s online survey threw up some questions about the transit system,” said Gerry Taft, Invermere’s mayor. “We all recognise the challenges and insufficiencies with the system but people do see the value of it ... Although 90.8 per cent of the responses said they didn’t use the system, 56.9 per cent support paying through taxes.”

Mayors Dee Conklin and Ute Juras, along with Area F director Wendy Booth and Gerry Wilkie, Area G director, agreed that the public transit system is a muchneeded service in a rural area such as this.

“I would caution a little bit that we know the service is working from Canal Flats and Fairmont and we don’t want to lose that,” Director Booth stated. “We might if we go down to three days per week.”

The need to raise awareness of the bus was another key topic of discussion.

“I find myself talking to people who don’t know the service exists,” Mayor Juras said. “As we are looking at being more environmentally friendly, we need to make people aware that there is another option for getting to work.”

“I do think we need more consultation,” Mayor Conklin added. “I’m talking about speaking with the bus drivers as well as running surveys.”

To learn more about the Columbia Valley Transit system visit www.transitbc.com/regions/col/.

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Awards of Excellence Categories: • Advocacy • Cultural Heritage and Diversity • Innovative Services These awards encourage excellence • Service Provider by honouring people and organizations • Youth Leadership whose work makes the lives of children • Lifetime Achievement Award and youth better, and exemplifies • Mentoring innovation and respect.

Winners will be recognized and honoured at awards ceremonies in the fall.

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LOCAL CONNECTION— Kalista Pruden has developed a Facebook group to allow residents to swap their time and skills instead of cash, for services ranging from gardening to meditation.

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Seeking member for the Urban Deer Advisory Committee The District of Invermere is looking for one (1) member 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 of the District of Invermere.

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Valley locals trading time

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff Columbia Valley residents can now swap elbow grease, instead of cash, for everything from carpentry to massage treatments. The recently launched Columbia Valley Skill Swap group allows members to trade time and services with one another over Facebook.

“It is not an exchange of actual cash,” said Kalista Pruden, the group’s founder. “If people are short on cash it is a nice way to trade for time and resources.”

Ms. Pruden would like to see the Facebook group turned into a website time bank as it develops. A time bank website allows members to offer their skills, one hour at a time, to a collective. Each member is then able to withdraw their time for other services with different members.

Ms. Pruden set up the temporary Facebook group Monday, April 30th and quickly gained 104 members, who are swapping everything from spiritual counseling to Thai massage.

“Basically, the time bank is where you can put in hours,” Ms. Pruden said. “Everybody's time is worth an equal amount. If you put in a certain amount of hours working on somebody’s basement, you can cash them for a sailing lesson or a massage later.”

The valley woman was inspired by a PBS documentary about Hour Exchange Portland, a community skill swap website. The website is the realization of Ms.

Pruden's eventual goal. The 2500 members of the Portland website are able to earn hour credits for services ranging from dog walking to legal counsel. In addition to her on-screen inspiration, Ms. Pruden noticed a need for a skill swap in her own home.

“We trade work with friends all the time as it is,” Ms. Pruden explained. “We have a lot of stuff that we need to get set up for this year because we are building an urban homestead. If we can get people to help us, we can help them.”

The future of the Columbia Valley Skill Swap will give users online profiles and the ability to check up on the quality of work offered by other members through a rating system Ms. Pruden said. The program is not only a swap of service and skill, she added, but a reinforcement of community values.

“The thing that is really kind of nice is that it builds that neighbourhood feel. You get to meet a lot more people around town.”

The group is especially relevant during an economic recession, the Invermere local said.

“Tons of people have it hard. This is an economic down time and a good opportunity to get something like this going.”

If residents are looking to participate they can search Columbia Valley Skill Swap on Facebook. Ms. Pruden is currently looking for helpers to build an online database and website for the group.

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Highway 93/95 north from Athalmer Rd.to Sinclair Creek Rd. including downtown Radium and Highway 93 to Radium Hot Spring Pools,western portion of Forrester Landing Rd., Decrespigny Rd., Shuswap Creek Juniper Heights. South from Athalmer Rd. including Timber Ridge Rd. and Baltac Rd.

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West side of Invermere, Athalmer, Lillian Lake, Westside Rd., south to Rushmere Rd., Wilmer and Castle Rock south. West of Athalmer substation on both sides of Columbia River and Windermere Lake; east side of Invermere including downtown, Lakeview Rd., and Eagle Ranch Trail.

To prepare for this interruption and protect your equipment from damage, please unplug all electronics, such as TVs, PVRs, DVD players and computers. Please also turn off all lights, electric heaters and major appliances, such as your clothes or dishwasher, dryer or oven.

For the first hour after the power comes back on, please plug in or turn on only what you really need. This will help ensure the electrical system does not get overloaded.

We are sorry for the inconvenience. We will restore your power as soon as we can. Prepare for outages and stay informed by visiting bchydro.com/outages or bchydro.com/mobile from your handheld device. Please call 1 888 POWERON (1 888 769 3766) if you experience any electrical difficulties or for more information.

Dated 08 May, 2012

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Per Marion Hoover Secretary Publication:

Invemere Columbia Valley

3458

1. To receive the report of the directors to the members.

2. To receive and approve the financial statements of the Society for the period ended December 31, 2011.

3. To elect directors of the Society to hold office until the conclusion of the next annual general meeting of the Society.

4. To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting.

3 AY 9 HW

The Board of Directors of the Columbia Valley Community Foundation hereby gives notice that the Annual General Meeting of the Society will be held at 7 p.m. on the 29th day of May 2012, at the Pynelogs Cultural Centre, in Invermere, B.C. for the following purpose:

Kootenay National Park Gat Gates

Turn just before the junction of 93 and 95.

“Building a legacy for our valley communities”

Notice of the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the Columbia Valley Community Foundation

HIG

Open daily at 5 p.m.

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Bargain hunters can support a local cause and get a great deal at the same time, at this weekend’s Royal LePage Rockies West Realty Garage Sale for Shelter.

Now in its fourth year, the annual event is being held to raise funds and awareness to help prevent family and domestic violence. One hundred per cent of the money raised will go towards the Invermere women’s shelter and the Family Resource Centre.

The garage sale, on Saturday May 12th, will feature a selection of gently used items donated by community members and businesses. Items range from household goods to toys, clothes and books.

Over its first three years, the event has raised close to $4,500 towards funding long-term solutions to end family violence. Nationally, more than $850,000 has been raised for shelters across Canada.

Last-minute donations are being accepted until first thing Saturday morning. The sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rockies West Realty offices.

For information, contact Audrey Benson at 250342-5599 or audrey@rockieswest.com.

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Thursday, May 17 th, 2012, 7:30 p.m., District of Invermere Office 914 - 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.

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Notice of Intention to Issue Park Use Permits Per Section 20 of the Park Act, this advertisement serves as notice that the Ministry of Environment (BC Parks) intends to issue a park use permit(s) for the following purpose(s): Name of Park

Activity

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May 11, 2012

Chris Evans dubbed Rotary Citizen of the Year

By Lauren Gagatek Pioneer Intern The Rotary Club of Invermere honored Chris Evans as Rotary Citizen of the Year at a special luncheon on Thursday, May 10th.

This award does not come as a surprise to those who know Chris and his commitment to the valley. Chris’ involvement in the community is both extensive and diverse. He volunteers his time with many different activities and organizations including CV Arts and Columbia Cultural Tourism.

With six years under his belt as the President of Columbia Valley Arts, Chris takes care to ensure the valley has cultural variety, with a colourful mosaic of events.

“I believe that arts and culture are a major element in determining the personality of a community,” he said.

In his role, Chris ensures that organizations in the Columbia Valley are able to work hand-in-hand, organizing active partnerships between many valley groups.

Chris does not hesitate to highlight that he believes the people are the driving force behind the success the CV Arts has had. The volunteers involved in the organization play an integral role in moving the community forward, he explained.

“By far the most rewarding aspect of my activities is the people I have had the opportunity to work with,” Chris said.

The work Chris participates in around the valley is very rewarding, he added, allowing the family man to work alongside like-minded individuals with the passion for bringing ideas into action.

Along with his work for CV Arts, Chris is an active member of the interim steering committee of Columbia Cultural Tourism.

Hopkin’s Harvest OPEN FOR THE SEASON Sunday, May 13th 9:00 a.m.

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Chris Evans His passion for music made joining the Valley Voices Community Choir an easy decision. Chris has been singing with the choir for nine years.

“The opportunity to join with 45 voices, blessed with inspiring leadership, is a wonderful gift,” he said.

Chris and his wife Charleen first visited the valley in 1988, coming to live full-time in Invermere 10 years ago.

The couple has two children, daughter Meaghan who is a physiotherapist in Calgary and son Craig, who is a Human Resource Planner with KPMG in New York City.

Chris worked as an employee for IBM for 35 years, living in Ontario, Alberta and even New York before his move to the valley. Chris’ wife Charleen helps to support him through his endeavors. “She is as much, if not more, involved in community and outreach activities as I am and is always open to new ideas and adventures,” he said.

When he’s not out and about in the community, Chris enjoys a game of golf or a day of downhill skiing.

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Bundle of joy due for Mother’s Day

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff A David Thompson Secondary School teacher is set to receive the ultimate Mother’s Day gift. Lainey Wilson is due to give birth to her second child on May 13th. “I think it is pretty neat with the possibility that it could happen on Mother's Day,� Lainey said. “I am anxious and a little bit nervous because, yet again, life is about to change.�

Lainey and her husband, builder Steve Wilson of Nipika Mountain Resort, have decided to raise their 22-month-old son, Theo, and their newest child in the valley where they grew up. “I am raising my children here for the exact same reasons that my parents chose,� Lainey said. “I really like small towns. With everybody knowing everybody, it is nice thinking that when Theo and the new one are older they will have other pairs of eyes watching over them.�

Lainey's love for the valley is something that she plans to pass down to her children in the same way it was passed down to her, she said. “My dad really took pride in our community,� Lainey said. “I think he was proud of what we could do for it, and what the community could do itself.�

Lainey and her husband, Steve, met through Lainey's mother, Jacque Frederickson. The Columbia Valley local said that the attraction to one another was built by the valley itself. “I think, with him being raised here too, we had the same values of family and making our lives here,� she said. “We both really cherish the same thing, being outside, be-

ing together, and having a strong family connection.�

The outdoor lifestyle has been rewarding to the Wilsons, Lainey said. The family spends their time hiking and biking together on their acreage near Lake Lillian. The natural setting of the valley, viewed from Theo's perspective, has opened a pair of eyes that Lainey hasn't used in years, she said. “Every day there is a new experience that he comes across,� Lainey said. “You can see the learning and the recognition in their brain with something new. You learn with them and you learn through them.�

The valley teacher said that she’s been taught a newfound patience and calm through the perspective of her son, which will prepare her for the newest addition to the Wilson family. “I was quite the fast paced person before. I now take the time to stop and take a look at an ant, or pick a little snail off the ground to check it out. You learn to slow down.�

Lainey has had multiple influences on her parenting style, which she describes as fun yet firm. Her mother, Jacque Frederickson, and mother-in-law Dianne Wilson have instilled many life lessons in her. “I am really lucky because I have two mother figures in the valley: my mother and mother in law,� Lainey said. “I can learn and adapt from their parenting styles as grandmothers with Theo.�

Lainey learned to appreciate the trials that her parents went through when raising her, she said. “You kind of think back and go maybe that is why they were freaking out when you were little,� Lainey said. “You gain a new appreciation for what your parents did for you.�

MOTHERS LOVE—Lainey Wilson holds her son Theo.

The valley mother is expecting her second child this Mother’s Day. Photo by Kristian Rasmussen

Your Local COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE Professionals Paul Glassford Sales Consultant $FMM t

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TO ADVERTISE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL KATHY SUTHERLAND AT 250-341-6299

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HERE TO SERVE YOU From Framing to Finishing Al Tallman

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Snow Removal And Sanding / Parking Lot Sweeping • Property Maintenance • Mini Excavator • Landscaping & Design • Trucking • Residential/Commercial • Skidsteer Services

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Please call Steve ~ a real local you can trust! 250-342-1791 • Ready Mix Concrete • Commercial concrete sealer • Concrete Pumping retarder for exposed • Over 50 colours available aggregate and in stock • DELIVERED ON TIME • Concrete stamps for rent at a fair price • Full range of coloured release • Full range of sand and agents for stamping gravel products.

All products are available at 9120, Hwy 93/95 which is five kilometres north of Tim Hortons

385 Laurier Street, Invermere, BC Phone: PO Box 86, Athalmer, BC V0A 1A0 email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com Fax:

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• FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • SERVICE & MAINTENANCE • GAS FITTING

Are you happy with the care, attention and number of rentals your current vacation home management company is offering you? Allow us to introduce you to our “Boutique” Vacation Rental Management services that produce results.

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

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Everett Frater Enterprises Phone: 250-347-9228 • Cell: 250-342-5645

Renovating?

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Interior World

HERE TO SERVE YOU window fashions

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

• • • •

FAIRMONT RIDGE RENOVATION

Doors Windows Flooring Painting/ Interior/Exterior • Kitchen Renovations

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• Bathroom Renovations • Additions • Decks • Finish Carpentry • Basement Renovations

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Wood Blinds

AVOID THE STRESS!

Interior World

Call Rhiannon and her team.

window fashions

Sales • Warranty • Repairs

250-342-9207

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406 1265A Sunridge rd., Hwy 93/95 Windermere, BC • fhs@telus.net

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Top Quality

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Interior World

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window fashions

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

New Construction

Building

Renovating

Finishing

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Need Blinds?

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window fashions

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Kootenay Cribbing, Ltd.

FOUNDATION CONTRACTOR OF CHOICE DESIGN & BUILD SERVICE JEFF BALTRUS

Licensed Residential Builder 401 Westridge View Invermere BC V0A 1K4

Cell: (250) 342-1078 Tel/Fax: (250) 342-7076 E-mail: kbuilder@shaw.ca

Established 1976

JOHN WOOD PH: 250-345-2188 • CELL: 250-342-1289 FAX: 250-345-2189 • E-mail: tobywood@shaw.ca 5026 Riverview Road, Fairmont, B.C. V0A 1L1

Same great team, same great service.

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

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

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

250-342-6612

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

For competitive prices and prompt service, call: 250-342-3268 (plant) 250-342-6767 (office) Hourly or Contract Rates Available • Excavator • Mini-Excavator • Bobcats • Dump Truck • Compaction Equipment • Street Sweeping • Underground Services • Site Prep • Road Building • Land Clearing • Landscaping • Basements

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in Calgary since 2002 in Invermere since 2004

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PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS

For estimate call 250-341-6869 • Cell: 250-341-1220

RFE ALARMS • • • •

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Toll Free: 877-342-3052

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WINDERMERE 250-342-6805

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Invermere and Area

• Framing • Siding • Renovations • Decks• Log Railings • Log Furniture

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

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

Scott Wilisky

stwcarpentry@live.ca • cell 250 270 0745

“Serving the Columbia Valley”

250-342-1355

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

Ukass Logging Ltd. est. 1969 will be resuming sawing operations for the 2012 season with a good supply of seasoned fir logs.

Custom rough sawn posts, beams, dimensional, batten board siding and fencing needs.

Call 250-342-3410 VJ (Butch) Bishop Owner/Operator

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

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

250-342-6700 • universaldoorsandexteriors@shawbiz.ca • Excavators • Mini-Excavators • Bobcats • Dump Trucks • Water Trucks • Compaction Equipment • Snow Plow • Sanding Equipment • Crane Truck • Mobile Pressure Washing & Steam Cleaning • Underground Services • Site Prep & Demolition • Road Building • Land Clearing • Controlled Burning • Rock Walls • Rip Rap • Top Soil • Sand & Gravel

CONTRACT OR HOURLY MACHINE RENTALS AVAILABLE ■ Lockout Service ■ Lake Recovery ■ 24 Hour Towing ■ Prompt Service

Also offering FREE year-round pickup of unwanted vehicles

Warbrick Towing & Salvage warbrick@shaw.ca • Cell: 250-342-5851

Skandia Concrete

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• Serving the valley for over 30 years • Commercial • Industrial • Residential • All work is guaranteed • Free estimates

1756 Hwy 93/95, P.O. Box 2700, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-342-6500 • Toll Free: 1-888-341-2221 • Fax: 250-342-3484

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Cattle wrangling On Saturday, May 5th, a crew of cowpokes gathered at the McKersie Ranch near Fairmont Hot Springs to round up, innoculate and tag the young cattle before the start of the summer season.

Pictured, clockwise from top left: Doug Clovechok, Jamie Gauthier, Ian Palmer, Pete Feldmann and Roy Woodske (left to right) herd cattle out of the pen; Albert Sicotte leans on the fence watching the action; Doug Clovechok, College of the Rockies campus manager in Invermere, fills a sizeable syringe; Jamie Gauthier (left) and Pete Feldmann prepare a calf for its shots.

The Briar Patch

The place for beautiful baskets!

Opening specials til Sunday: • Assorted annuals (2” pot) @ 3 for $5.00 • Tomatoes (3” pot) @ 3 for $5.00 • Trailing petunias and more (3”pot) @ 3 for $8.00 Located just off Burns Ave., Canal Flats Open Daily 9:30 - 5:30

“The best kept secret in the valley!”

House For Sale In Timber Ridge 1 970 Ridge Place

Open House May 12th and 13th, May 19th and 20th Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Phone: (403) 512-0399

Photos by Kate Irwin

Brisco Riding Club Annual POKER RIDE

FREE pancake breakfast. Ride starts at noon sharp from the Brisco Hall and returns to the hall around 4:30 p.m. $5 per poker hand. Roast beef dinner at the Brisco Hall, 6 p.m. $10 adults, 10 and under $7. For information call Karel at 250-347-0085 or Amanda at 250-347-2125.

Sunday May 13 th

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Pioneer Classifieds

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

garage sales

garage sales

garage sales

cheers & jeers

cheers & jeers

cheers & jeers

1702-10th Avenue, Invermere. May 12th and 13th, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 250342-6646.

Friday, May 11th, 12 - 6 p.m.

Sat., May 12th, 8 a.m - 4 p.m

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE on Sunday, May 20th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Columbia Ridge Community Hall (10 minutes south of Fairmont). Proceeds supporting Relay for Life fundraiser. Furniture, sporting goods, clothing, books, household and garden items, building material, toys and more.

Food and beverages for sale.

Cheers to Butch Bishop! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Cheers to the generous person in front of us at Tim Hortons who kindly paid for our food without even knowing us. You made the day of two girls who were going through a rough time. Thank you.

Cheers to Dr. Mike Walsh and all of the Nurses at the Invermere Hospital. The entire team helped us during Marv’s recent confinement to hospital. Your care, concern and the excellent treatment Marv received made a bad situation far easier to deal with. Thank you so very much!

MOVING SALE Lots of baby items; Exersaucer, stroller, and more. Other household items as well. Saturday, May 12th, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday, May 13th, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 2474 Castlestone Drive, Invermere.

Yard Sale/Open House Saturday, May 12th, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. 2139 Westside Park View, off 13th Ave. Neat stuff and a good-value house.

8833 Dehart Road. Riding lawn mowers, 2 power saws, tools, shaper, table saw, 2 old cook stoves, wine coolers, books, lots of household items and much more.

Saturday, May 12th, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

No early birds.

50 Years of McGilvery’s Collectibles A must-see. Tools, and more tools, furniture, camping equipment, 5th-wheel. Saturday May 19th, 20th, and 21st, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. 2020 - 15th Avenue, corner of Pineridge Road.

Gigantic Multi-Family

Furniture, loveseat, dresser, TVs, golf clubs, bags, housewares, office equipment, electronics, 2 Michelin tires, artwork from around the world, satellite dish, and much more. 474 Lakeview Rd, just off Athlamer Rd., acreage on hill.

Acreage named Deere Ridge B&B. 5335 Columbia River Road, Fairmont. Saturday, May 19th, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Household items, tent, collectibles, and more.

Multi-family garage sale. Saturday, May 12th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. BC Hydro parking lot (up by the crossroads) No early birds.

Garage sale: Saturday May 12th, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 782 Westridge Drive, Invermere. Baby and tot gear, household items.

Edgewater, Saturday May 12th, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. 4842 Cordillera.

Getting treasures out of storage.

Trampoline, collectibles, tools, books, clothes, chandelier.

s obituary s Lillian M. Chartier 1939 - 2012 Lillian passed away in her sleep after a four-year battle with heart disease on Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Lillian was born on November 16, 1939. She is predeceased by her daughter Deena McLeod, brothers Jessy and Dell Wall and her sister Jean. She is survived by her husband Paul Chartier, daughter Kelly Chartier, grandchildren Ryan, Kimberly, Dustin and Nichole, four great grandchildren and her sister Naomi. The family would like to thank all the nurses and staff at the Invermere and District Hospital for all their care over the years. Speial thank to Dr. Louw and Dr. Maytham.

Very special thank to Bob Stober for always going above and beyond neighbourly help and conisideration. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Lillian’s honour to the Invermere and District Hospital, 850 - 10th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0.

Multi-family garage sale: May 12th, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 1022 - 13th Street, Invermere. No early birds please.

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

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

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7:15 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call Carol at 250-347-9841.

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

lost & found Lost: hearing aid (behind ear kind).

Call 250-342-9436. Reward!

cheers & jeers Cheers to Roxana and Shane at Mark Moneo Optometry for their excellent service and help.

Cheer to Lee at Godlien Small Engine Repair.

Cheers to the often under appreciated gals who work in the lab at the Invermere hospital.

Without their gentle “needle work” and blood and specimen analysis expertise, many patients would not get proper medical diagnosis regarding their ailments. Keep up all your great work ladies! We thank you for your valuable contribution to our overall medical wellbeing.

Cheers to ICAN for being the only rescue in the area who helps local pets (especially cats), thereby reducing the amount of needy pets locally before bringing others in.

You do amazing work ICAN! Jeers to the lady in the silver minivan who let her German Shepherd run around and poop all over Chabot Park on Thursday afternoon, and then drove away without doing any clean up.

Cheers to John in Juniper Heights mobile park for finding my sunglasses. ~ Reg. Jeers to the mean lady working at the gas station who made rude comments and faces at me when I didn’t realize I had to pay for gas first. Nice customer service! If you hate your job and dealing with the public, quit.

Cheers to Gerry’s Gelati. I may not agree with your politics, but darn it, your muffins are outrageously delicious! Those who suggest a boycott of certain valley businesses are crazy! I would encourage them to try your muffins.

Cheers to George and Coreen for giving me a hand when I needed it.

Thanks neighbors. ~ LB.

Jeers to Invermere’s infrastructure plans. I thought the plan was to make it more convenient and less congested.

Cheers to the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort staff for winning their own long drive competition!

Cheers to the great woman who returned my runaway dog to my house.

Jeers to the careless jerks who mud bog in the “Closed to Vehicle” area near Lake Enid! Double jeers to the Ministry of Environment for allowing this to happen for so many years!

Jeers to the woman in the Gold Toyota Rav4 heading to Edgewater School on Monday May 4th for doing her make-up, brushing her teeth, and leaning over to the passenger side so she could no longer see the road. Take the extra ten minutes at home to do your morning routine instead of the chance to take someone else’s life.

You know who you are!

Cheers to Pat and Leisa O’Sullivan and their band for coming out to sing for my wee Irish Mum on her birthday. You made her birthday so special...’Slainte’!

Cheers to my sexy wife Noarth for helping me in my recovery. Who ever said $500 doesn’t go far!

Cheers to Lyn for keeping my windows so clean.

Cheers to Mariane C. for saving me from what would have otherwise been a dress disaster. Thank you!

Cheers to the ladies at Canterbury Flower Shop who are always willing and happy to do whatever it takes to satisfy their customers.

Your delivery man is awesome. We arrived home to find a delivery of flower baskets hung at the front entrance, not just plunked on the steps. It made our surprise even nicer. Way to go.

Cheers to Judy G. for being an amazing mother, wife, and coworker. ~ Love, your Sobeys gals.

Cheers to Columbia Cycle, Bicycle Works, Marko, and Oso Simple for helping Eileen Madson Primary School with their Bicycle Celebration Day. Thanks for helping to keep our kids safe!

Cheers to the amazingly generous and supportive people who live in this beautiful valley for making “Sarah De Mayo” an incredible success. Also cheers to Bill Cropper, Fundamentals, Palliser Printing, The Pioneer, and every other business for donating their services for the event. Cheers a thousand times over! The team at Copper Point Resort.

Cheers to Barb and Stan for their sense of community and spirit of adventure. We were honored to have you with us for the evening, and thank you for your generosity. ~ Sincerely, Justin, Sarah, Jean, Shizu and Anne.

Cheers to all of our local “KBK” Baton Twirlers who did so well at Provincials! You make us all very proud!

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COMMERCIAL SPACE

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

Cheers to the many volunteers and coaches who stepped up to the plate to make Columbia Valley Little League baseball a go this season. Lets play ball!

Rent/Sell approx. 2,400 sq. ft. between Home Renovation Center & Fitz Flooring. For more information please call Lorne @ 250-270-0102.

storage

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

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

Fireplace and W/D included in each unit. Long-term preferred, N/P. Utilities not included. $800/month.

Available immediately. 250-2700729.

Windermere: lower level, 2-bdrm walkout suite in 4 -plex. Recently renovated and painted, 6 appliances. Large deck, large yard, views of lake, separate entrances, and ample parking. 3 blocks from beach, large wood burning stove, pets considered. $800/month, available immediately.

Call or text 250-409-7435 or email sillymilleys@shaw.ca.

Black Forest Heights: 2-bdrm lower-level suite, 5 appliances, storage shed, nice yard/views, N/S, N/P, no partiers, quiet building.

Available immediately $775/ month includes utilities. Home: 342-3057 or cell: 341-5572.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate Controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

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

You own it we can store it! Secure, fenced compounds any size up to one acre. Secure containers available. Would also build building to suit for long-term tenant.

Zoned heavy industrial. Invermere Industrial Park. Phone 250-3425297, 250-346-3011 or 250-3422100.

COMMERCIAL SPACE 400 sq. ft. of retail/office space for lease in Radium Hot Springs. Ideal for an artist or someone with an exciting retail concept. Located beside Old Salzburg. Will be in the same building as a cafe, ice cream shop, and mini golf. Affordable rate of $8.75 per sq. ft. plus triple net costs. Available middle of May. (250) 341-1202.

For lease: 1,200 sq. ft. office space.

Available immediately. Call Scott at 250-342-5758.

230 sq. ft. office space for rent on Main Street in Invermere. Available May 1st. Call Ben Green 250-6880362.

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

ACCOMMODATION WANTED Single professional seeking a clean home/condo to rent in a quiet neighborhood in Invermere or Windermere. Very responsible, non-smoker, non-partier with no pets. Will care for your home in exchange for reasonable rent.

Please call 250-341-7106.

SUITE FOR RENT 3-bdrm apartment close to the hospital and schools. W/D, large yard and garden. Available immediately. $950/month. Call 250-342-3790.

for lease

FOR LEASE 500–1,250 square feet of PRIME COMMERCIAL HIGH-TRAFFIC FRONTAGE In the Fairmont Village Mall.

Suitable for retail, food service, studio or office space.

CALL 250-341-7345

2-bdrm apartments, downtown Invermere, clean, quiet units, parking, walk to everything, Start at $775/month, N/S, references required, D/W, W/D hookups. Call Dennis, 250-342-6912.

Radium: Bachelor – 1-bdrm – 2-bdrm fully furnished units.

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

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.

Upper-level, 2-bdrm suite available immediately in Windermere 4-plex.

Recently renovated, 4 appliances, large deck. Large yard, view of lake, separate entrance, ample parking, 3 blocks from beach. $700/month.

Call or text 250-409-7435 or sillymilleys@shaw.ca.

2-bdrm, full-bath, 1050 sq. ft., partially furnished. One-car parking. References required, no noisy parties, or drugs. No sublets. $850/month + half hydro. $350 D.D. 250-341-6043.

Windermere: bright 2-bdrm, upper unit in quiet 4-plex with beautiful views. Large yard area, separate parking + entrance. N/P, $700/month + electricity + D.D. available immediately to mature, responsible tenants. References required. Call 403-258-3132.

2-bdrm suite, newly painted, furnished. 5 appliances, adults only, N/P, N/S. Quiet neighborhood, walking distance to downtown. $750 + utilities. 250-342-7096.

Invermere: bright lower-level walk-out suite. 1-bdrm + office on in-town acreage. Lots of windows, views over private, spacious back yard with fenced garden. N/S, N/P, $850/month includes utilities. 250342-3790.

Suite available immediately in Fairmont. 2-bdrm walkout basement suite includes utilities, satellite TV, Internet, and W/D. Private yard backing onto Crown land on Columbia River. $950/ month. Call 250-409-9399 and leave contact info.

For rent in Radium: big, 2-bdrm suite. Complete with 5 appliances. $700/month + utilities. 250-3479345.

Radium Hot Springs: available July 1st. Large, bright 1-bdrm walkout suite in newer home. Includes 6 appliances, in-floor radiant heat, large bedroom, lots of windows with private entrance and large patio. Rent is $650/month and includes water, you pay all other utilities. $325 D.D. N/P, N/S. 403651-9346.

house FOR RENT

1-bdrm suite, downtown, N/S, N/P, includes satellite. Suitable for mature, responsible person. Call 250-341-2084. $650/month + hydro.

3-bdrm, 1-bath home for rent in downtown Invermere with nice yard, N/S, N/P. Available immediately. $1,350/month + utilities. Call 250-341-1182.

1-bdrm furnished suite. Close to the hospital. Lots of storage space, shared laundry, fenced yard, and off-street parking. $725/month, utilities and cable included + D.D. Call 250-342-9404.

Townhouse for rent at Cedarwood Glen Estates. 3-bdrm, 1.5 baths, garage. $1,200/month + utilities.

N/S, N/P. Available immediately.

250-341-1182.

13th Ave, Invermere. Clean, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, fireplace, all appliances, jacuzzi tub. Available immediately. All inclusive, $1,125/ month. 250-270-0745.

2-bdrm, 2-bath near Kinsmen beach. Walk to downtown. Fully furnished, 6 appliances, $1,000/ month includes utilities. N/S, N/P. 250-342-8787.

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

Radium: bright, clean, 1-bdrm cabin. Utilities included. $600/ month. 250-347-6420.

Clean, quiet, bright, large, 1-bdrm upstairs suite for rent in Columere Park. $650/month + hydro. Call 250-345-6524.

Invermere: 3-bdrm semi-detached.

Close to all schools and downtown.

Available now! Pets negotiable. $850/month + utilities. Call Joan 250-342-7517 for viewing.

Invermere: charming home. Next to Kinsmen beach. 4-bdrm, 2-bath, 2 fireplaces, W/D, N/S, N/P. Available June 1st. $1,400/month + utilities.

References and D.D. required. 403246-6680.

house FOR RENT

FOR RENT FAIRMONT

3 Bedroom 2 bathroom cabin. $1,100 +utilities.

COLUMBIA RIDGE.

4 bedroom 2 bathroom family home.

Pets welcome. $1,000 + utilities

TIMBER RIDGE

4 bedroom 2 bathroom cabin with hot tub.

Price TBC

CASTLE ROCK

5 Bedroom executive home. $1,650 +utilities

PANORAMA

One bedroom unit Toby $800 Three bedroom unit Horsethief $1,500

Call Ben Green 250-688-0362 or visit www.gdpm.ca House close to schools in Invermere.

5-bdrm, 2.5-bath, large private deck, attached garage, families only. $1,250/month, utilities not included. Call 250-341-3263.

Windermere: ideal family home on acreage. Modern, beautifully finished 4-bdrm, 2.5-bath, hardwood/tiled floors. Cozy wood-burning fireplace. W/D, N/S, dishwasher. Minimum 1-year lease, references please. $1,400/month.

250-342-3790.

3-bdrm house in Wilder subdivision.

Close to downtown and beach.

Long-term rental, garage attached, N/P, N/S. Available now. $1,100 + utilities. 250-342-2052.

Radium: long-term rental. 2-bdrm, unfurnished house. Own yard, storage shed. $550/mo, plus hydro and D.D. 250-347-9325. Available immediately.

Invermere: park-like, in-town acreage. 5-bdrm, 3-bath, executive home, workshop. Available July 1st. Rent negotiable. Call 250-6881508.

Long-term rental. 3-bdrm, 3-bath, large deck, yard, and garage.

Available immediately.

N/S, references required. Contact Gary: 250-342-1322.

Pioneer Classified Advertising 250-341-6299

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house FOR RENT

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

HOMES FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

Vehicles FOR SALE

2-bdrm, downtown Invermere, $700/month + utilities. Available June 1st. 250-342-9779.

Acreages: www. columbiavalleyproperties.com

Hot tub rentals. Week or weekend rates. Valley Spas: 250-342-3922.

Craftsman lawn tractor - basically new, 21HP, 42” deck, $1,300. 250342-8778.

1999 GMC Yukon SLT - $4,500.

179,000 km 250-342-3112.

condo FOR RENT

7 acres of hayfield/wild land

Hillcrest Apartments have 2 bdrm at $800/month and 1 bdrms at $600/month. Fully furnished, including utilities, TV and Internet.

250-341-1182.

Beautiful mountain views with great building opportunity, near Wilmer Toby Hill Road, close to Panorama Resort and Lake. $375,000, 250-342-2802.

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. For full details and pictures visit www.propertyguys. com ID#266210. 250-409-9130.

2-bdrm, 2-bath at The Peaks in Radium. Underground parking, N/S, N/P, 7 appliances. Swimming pool and hot tub. $850/month, all included. 403-663-0446.

Panorama condo for rent. 1-bdrm, fully furnished, private entrance, private garage. Beautiful QUIET location. W/D, N/S, N/P. Available May 1st. 6-month or 1-year lease, references required. Contact Devin for more details at 250-342-4054.

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE

Windermere: Affordable Family Home 1,500 sq. ft. 4-bdrm, large living room and family room. Good-sized rental lot. Close to elementary school and public beach. $70,000.

250-342-3379.

Incredible Deal!

Located in central Invermere.

2-year old, 3-bdrm house, 2.5 baths, lots of upgrades. For details and pictures, please go to Kijiji.ca Ad ID 370074280 or call 250-3426956.

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

Quality Top Soil and Manure Top soil $160 per dump truck load, $70 per pick-up load. Manure $100 per pick up load. Delivery extra. Call 250-342-1268.

700 feet of 6’ chain-link fencing.

Includes all post and cap covers, 2-10’ gates. Asking $6,000. 250688-0256.

Ribbon cartridge Brother fax machine 560. Comes with new cartridge. Works well. 250-3429436.

1999 Arctic Cat Tiger-Shark Sea-Doo 3-seater. High-performance 770, like new condition. Triton trailer and cover. Best offer over $2,500.

32” x 80” Steel door complete with steel frame. 250-347-6404.

OPEN HOUSE

Vehicles FOR SALE 250 US Gallon tanks for sale.

Very versatile, plastic w/ metal 6” opening, 2’ discharge, 125 lbs. $200 for 1 or $300 for 2. Call George. 250347-9500.

2139 Westside Park View, Invermere Low maintenance, no condo fees and mountain views from your modern 3 bedroom, detached house for only $317,500. Come and view Saturday May 12, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Check propertyguys.com ID no.

266065 for more details and photos or call Mike at 250-341-6150.

BUSINESS FOR SALE Anglz Hair & Tanning Studio Full-service salon.

For more information go to Kijiji. ca, ID # 263259507 or call Maria at 250-342-3227.

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

wanted Looking for a French and Mandarin language teacher. Also looking for an art painting teacher. 403-4722617.

Lady’s right Adams Idea Hybrids. 7 clubs, plus putter and bag, $150.

Big Brother Riviera 1-7, Lady Hogan irons. 4-10 plus Zebra putter and bag, $75. 250-342-2822.

Kitchenaid dishwasher, Viking range + oven. Maytag washing machine, two new bathroom sinks with taps, miscellaneous lighting, baby crib, doors, bike trailer, bookshelf, and toys. 403-246-6680 or 250-342-6646.

2006 F-350 Ford Amarillo Edition, Yellow, diesel, with 240,000 kms. $15,000 250-688-0777.

2003 Ford Excursion 4x4 diesel $13,000, 250-688-0777.

2003 Dodge Caravan - 105,000 kms, $2,800. Also selling 4-horse trailer, bumper-pull, $2,000. 250342-6490.

services

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

Vacuums Parts, repairs & accessories, All makes & models Central Vacuums – sales and installations Bonded & licensed

Fine Homeservices

250-342-9207, fhs@telus.net.

1990 Ford Club Wagon XL window van. Automatic, air, 302 V8, two fuel tanks, 10-ply tires. 174,000 kms. $2,500 O.B.O. 250-342-7608 or 250-342-2104.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning

2004 Toyota Sienna Van - $8,900.

Excellent condition, 230,000 km.

250-345-0342.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

Health & Wellness

Fertilizer — spent mushroom compost. $65/yard. 250-342-5224.

21’ 1979 Prowler trailer, $3,500.

800-watt Honda generator, $250.

14’ canoe, $250. 3HP chop saw, $150. Pilot headset, $50. 250-3425746.

SPECIALS OF THE WEEK 2003 CHRYSLER 300 Fully loaded 91,000 kms

7,995

$

Moving, must sell king-size Serta mattress with box springs, $150.

15” Womens Norco Scrambler, barely used, $500. 250-270-0886.

26’ 2009 Springdale Trailer. Seldom used, low kms, walk-around queen bed, 6’ slide-out, A/C, in-floor heat. $15,500 including hitch. 250-3423169.

2005 CHEVY IMPALA Air, cruise, tilt. 125,000 kms

$9,999

150 Industrial Rd. #2, Invermere Between Kool Country Auto Parts and OK Tire Ivan:

250-342-4400 Email: koolcars@telus.net

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services

services

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

New installations also available.

250-341-5645 refreshtile@yahoo.ca.

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, 250-342-9696.

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.

NEED A JOB? Then you need a great resume. Great prices, accurate, and fast! Also offering data entry services and more. Over 20 years word processing experience. 250341-1939.

Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning & inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

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

Invermere Sharpening Carbide and steel sharpening services. Carbide saw re-tipping, saw blades, router bits, planer knives, hole saws, ice auger blades, knives, scissors and much more.

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

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

Buy One - Get One ½ Off! “Very professional and knowledgeable. Especially pleased with her promptness. It’s great to have someone local to deal with,” Tom & Dianne Gerald Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749 shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca “Covering the Valley – One Window At A Time”

Have you purchased a Mac computer and need a tutor to learn the basics? Making the move to a Mac can be an intimidating experience. I will show you the basics and show you how to get more value from your system. I’m a graphic designer with 20 plus years experience working the Macintosh operating system. Basic tutoring session, $30/hour. Call Emily at 250-341-2793.

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

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

help wanted CHISEL PEAK MEDICAL CLINIC is looking for the right person to join our professional team. As a full-time permanent employee you will be working as a Medical Office Assistant. The successful candidate will be required to possess the following: · Excellent communication skills. · Experience and proficiency with Windows-based programs. · Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Resume to: shelleyhopkins@ chiselpeak.ca.

Make extra money as an independent representative with sterling silver jewelry bonuses, trip, and not to mention the 30% commission. It’s amazing the difference Silpada Jewelry can make to an outfit, your attitude... even your life. Ask me how. Call 250-341-5956.

EXCITING NEW FOOD CONCEPT COMING TO THE COLUMBIA VALLEY THIS SPRING! “Amazing food is more than a meal; it’s a way of life.”

We are looking for like-minded individuals who have a passion to create/deliver amazing food & customer service.

Counter/Retail Sales Positions Must be over the age of 19, be willing to learn, have a flexible schedule, and most importantly, have a positive attitude! Minimum oneyear experience in the restaurant industry. Full-time and part-time positions available. Please forward your cover letter and resumé to irwin456@gmail.com.

Health & Wellness

Lakeside Pub is looking for experienced servers and kitchen staff. FT/PT. Send resumes to lakesidepub@shaw.ca or phone 250-342-6866.

“NUTRITONALS YOU CAN TRUST” ESSENTIALS provide a comprehensive spectrum of the necessary vitamins and minerals adults need every day for optimal health and energy levels.

Fairmont Bungalows is hiring for full and part-time positions, maintenance/housekeeping/ front desk. Suitable for both male and female students. We provide training and free accommodation.

Forward resumes to bungalows@ shaw.ca or phone 250-345-6365.

John and Betty Newton 250-342-6343 • newtonhome@shaw.ca

help wanted

help wanted

help wanted

Licensed Caregivers needed. F/T and P/T caregivers needed to help man in his 40s. Must have current First Aid, criminal record check, and references. Busy house with two young children as well. Call Kim at 250-688-0950 for more info.

Black Forest Restaurant is looking for a full-time server. Previous experience required. Call or drop off resume. 250-342-9417.

The Prestige Inn, Radium Hot Springs is hiring Guest Service Agents and Housekeepers. Benefit package available. Please bring a resume to the front desk. 7493 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs.

Lawn maintenance staff required.

Labourers for spring cleanup and lawn maintenance starting now.

Everett Frater Enterprises. 250-3425645.

INTERESTED in health care? Chisel Peak Medical Clinic is going to hire a University student to work May through to the end of August.

Please submit your resume to shelleyhopkins@chiselpeak.ca.

Old Salzburg is looking for dishwasher/food prep, full-time, part-time, and casual positions available. Also looking for serving staff. Start immediately. Call 250347-6553.

CasaVino Wine Bar in Radium is looking for a Sous Chef for the summer. Some experience required, but will train on the job!

Send resumes to wine@casavino.ca or phone 250-341-5938.

The Whitehouse Pub in Windermere is looking for part-time bartender/ server. Must be flexible and have Serving it Right. Apply in person with resume.

Balance Bobcat is looking for fulltime, hard-working individuals to join our team. Job duties include property maintenance. $15/ hour to start. Did we mention hardworking? 250-270-0821 or balancebobcat@hotmail.com.

General laborer/carpenter’s helper required. Framing and finishing.

Experience an asset. Pay depending on experience. Email DRS_con@ hotmail.com.

BUS DRIVER/TRANSPORT WIZARD Water isn’t the only highway we travel on here at Kootenay River Runners! We need a few key staff members to drive our Toby Creek guests, guides and gear from A to B. Job Duties / Required Skills / Certifications Class 2, no air. Transport guides, guests, and gear to river put-in on Toby Creek(based out of Panorama Mountain Resort). Help with general daily duties (gearing up guests, transferring gear, etc). Photograph rafters as they make their way down the river. Wage $45.00 per trip, three trips daily. Approximately 2 hours involved with each trip.

Send us your resume if you would like to work in a positive, outdoors environment and want to become part of our team! Please submit resumes to info@raftingtherockies.com.

Bighorn Meadows Resort is currently seeking energetic, service orientated

GUEST SERVICE AGENTS to join our dynamic team of professionals.

We offer a competitive wage and benefit package, a great work environment and an opportunity to develop with our young and growing company. We are committed to extraordinary service and building our reputation as the premiere luxury resort in the Columbia Valley.

Located in the Village of Radium Hot Springs, our resort is centered at the heart of the Springs of Radium Golf Course.

Interested applicants for the following positions please forward your confidential resume to: guestservicesmanager@bighornmeadows.ca or call 250-347-2991

Do you enjoy a flexible work schedule?

Earn $15/hr cleaning vacation rental homes throughout the Windermere Valley and at Panorama. High Country Properties is seeking experienced contract cleaners.

Choose your own schedule; full-time or part-time, weekends or weekdays. Must have your own vehicle. Please forward resumes to julie@ highcountryproperties.com or call 250 342-3887.

Also required is a full-time, seasonal laundry attendant to work Monday through Friday.

More bang for your buck!

With triple the circulation, and triple the advertising power of any other local newspaper, who are you going to choose to advertise your product or service?

N E W S PA P E R

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

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FOOD SERVICE COUNTER ATTENDANT

Located in Panorama Mountain Village is now hiring

Massage Therapists Full and part-time positions available. Please email resume to jody@puremassagepanorama.com.

No phone calls please.

Full-time, year-round.

CAREERS AT CBT

Duties include customer service, food preparation, and related cleaning. Wage up to $11.07 Previous experience preferred.

CBT has two openings:

We Work At Play!

Stone Creek Resorts, an established real estate developer and golf course operator, is looking to further bolster its resort operations team. We are seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our team. Stone Creek’s resorts – SilverTip Resort in Canmore, Alberta, and Eagle Ranch Resort in Invermere, BC - include world-class golf courses, rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest, and highly sought after recreational real estate in Western Canada’s hottest markets. These resorts will also encompass premier hotels and state of the art conference facilities.

Our approach to resort development and operations is simple – we strive to provide the ultimate guest experience - which means hiring and retaining employees who strive for excellence in all that they do. We are looking for team players with a ‘can do’ attitude to contribute positively to our continued growth. Our ideal candidates will possess characteristics that reflect our corporate values of caring, integrity, excellence, team spirit and financial responsibility.

• Analyst, Planning and Development • Program Manager, Water and Environment A detailed description of duties, skills and qualifications can be viewed at www.cbt.org/careers or requested Twitter from Debra Stewart at 1.800.505.8998.

Twitter Please forward resumes to dstewart@cbt.org by noon (Pacific) May 29, 2012 for consideration.

www.cbt.org • 1.800.505.8998

Apply to Gerry at 1201 7th Avenue (facing 12th St.) Invermere • Ph: 250-341-1202 e-mail: gerry@gerrysgelati.com

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Culinary Positions –Eagle Ranch Golf Course This is an exciting opportunity for those individuals that have a passion for food and a desire to be a culinary professional. We have a variety of positions available based on your experience level. Our Saliken Dining Room & Trader’s Lounge is looking for the right individuals to join the Eagle Ranch Culinary Brigade.

Resumes may be sent confidently to; Eagle Ranch Golf Course Attention: Steve Root 9581 Eagle Ranch Trail, BC, V0A 1K3 Email: sroot@eagleranchresort.com Fax: 250-342-2563

Wanted: A bean counter with attitude.

Good attitude, that is!

You hold an accounting designation (or very close to it), but your friends and coworkers don’t really think of you as an “accountant”. You know your numbers instinctively, but are keenly interested in being a part of the business’ operations. You always take personal pride in the quality of the information you produce and you can effectively keep many balls in the air at one time in a busy, multi-organization entity. Those are the critical success factors for the Group Controller that will join our team – along with a great sense of humor and the ability to laugh at yourself. You are an accountant, after all.

We are a group of companies that includes Windermere Water & Sewer, Parr Utilities Ltd., Point Developments and NanoFibre Networks. We are involved in everything from water and sewer utilities to residential and commercial land development and every day puts a different challenge on the desk.

Your attention to detail and passion for doing things right the first time is what differentiates you from others. In addition, you will be fluent in a fully computerized environment, willing to dive into research whenever required and be knowledgeable of and up to date on current financial reporting standards in a private company environment. If you’re interested in being part of our team, please get that resume into our hands. This is a full-time role with significant flexibility, but requires a commitment to meeting the deadlines related to our businesses.

Send resumes to hr@windermerewater.com

We are people working together to build strong and empowered families and healthy communities.

Bring your dedication, enthusiasm and willingness to make a difference to be part of our dynamic and history making organization.

Social Worker

Permanent Full Time, Invermere, BC Casual on Call, Cranbrook, BC The Social Worker significantly influences and changes the future of Aboriginal clients through proactive, responsive action that supports, heals, develops and protects human capacity, most particularly children and families. This position preserves the connection to family, community and culture by ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children.

Qualities and qualifications that would make you a successful member of this organization are: • Bachelor degree in recognized human service field; • Diploma with 5 years direct experience may be considered; • Experience in working with Families at Risk is desired; • Knowledge of and experience in of Aboriginal community.

Please fax or e-mail your cover letter and resume to Darlene Trach, HR Manager, at: (250) 489-5760 or dtrach@ktunaxa.org Closing Date: May 22, 2012 Please review the detailed description on our website: www.ktunaxa.org/employment

JOB POSTING:

EVENT COORDINATOR Reporting relationships: • Reports to the ‘Tourism Radium’ Manager.

General scope: • The Event Coordinator is responsible to facilitate the successful delivery, marketing, and implementation of tourism events and festivals, within the Village of Radium of Hot Springs, by working with volunteers and private sector representatives, by engaging community partnerships.

Skills and education requirements: • The Events Coordinator would normally attain the required knowledge, skills and attitudes through completion of a degree or diploma in events coordination along with related work experience.

Equivalencies will be considered.

• Valid BC Driver’s Licence and vehicle.

• Knowledge and understanding of the role of volunteers to run community based events.

Primary responsibilities: • Prepare and manage the budget for events.

• Grant writing.

• Recruit, train and coordinate volunteers.

• Monitor and report requirements.

• Organization, coordination, and delivery of events.

• Secure and manage contracts associated with events and festivals.

• Advertise and promote Tourism Radium events.

Hours of work: • This is a part-time, TERM position to be reviewed for continuity in May of 2013.

• This position has been allocated a maximum of 1050 hours per year.

• Hours of work may peak to upwards of 160 hours per month during some months and may drop to minimal hours other month.

For more information contact the Radium Hot Springs Visitors’ Information Centre: Ph: (250) 347-9331 • Email: manager@radiumhotsprings.com Send resume’s by May 23rd, 2012.

Job description available upon request.

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May 11, 2012

Legend honoured The Conrad Kain Centennial Society is commemorating one of Wilmer’s most famous residents, Conrad Kain, by planting a sign to honour the well-known mountaineer.

Kain, who was based in Wilmer until his death in 1934, shares the space with a Catholic nun, Sister Ethelbert. Sister Ethelbert was a member of the Order of the Sisters of Providence who visited the upper Columbia in 1894 to raise money for the Saint Mary’s Hospital in New Westminster.

Keep an eye out for the sign just north of Brisco, placed on a viewpoint pullout to the west.

Pictured, left to right: Frank Purschwitz created the sign’s design; Hermann Mauthner built the sign from locally sourced wood; Brian Patton, author and member of the Conrad Kain Centennial Society, wrote the text; Pat Morrow helped install the interpretive sign.

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May 11, 2012

Valley Churches

FAITH

The meaning of discipleship

By Laura Hermakin Reverend Christ Church Trinity One of the great issues that I often hear people struggling with is discipleship. What does it mean to be a disciple?

Perhaps we wonder about the costs, or how we might live up to the responsibilities of being a disciple of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Perhaps we have deep theological discussions with God about what it is that we are being asked to do and be for the sake of Jesus. Perhaps we even question our worthiness in being Christians. All this energy exhausted on doubt, fear, and confusion, when the answer really is simple. Love!

This is the great commandment that Jesus gave to us: love. Love underlies all of life and reaches into God's eternity. Jesus commands us to love. Somehow in all our endeavors we often miss the sheer simplicity of what we are asked to do.

Love in understanding; love in thought, speech, and action. Love in our daily living; love ourselves and one another. Have compassionate love, which reaches out to others simply for the sake of doing so. Maintain a love which recognizes individual freedoms and challenges us to develop as persons under God. This is how we are connected with God. In the 15th chapter of the gospel of John is the well known analogy where Jesus said that he is the vine and we are the branches. He said that we are connected

to him for all our sustenance. Through him we are nurtured and bear fruit. We are held up by and through him.

Remain in me he said, for through me you will bear my fruit. It is here that we are given the only direct commandment of Jesus.

It is so essential and basic - love one another as I love you. Love and bear fruit for love is God's fruit.

We all know what it is to be loved and what it is to love. We all have experiences that include friendship, family, trust, forgiveness, compassion, affirmation, appreciation, generosity, sharing, giving, commitment, communion, divine love.

And yet, when it comes to living out the great commandment, we so often feel the need to look for something beyond ourselves, looking to connect faith with daily life. Jesus commands us to look inwards as well as outwards. Love yourself. Love others as you love yourself.

Love your neighbour as you love yourself. Love your enemy as you love yourself. Remember, through Jesus, we have no limitations. Through Jesus, God offers compassionate love to us no matter what our situation in life, no matter what our beliefs. We are all recipients of love that is unconditional.

So how do we live out our commission as Christ's disciples? We follow his basic instructions and show God's love to the world. Jesus chose us. Like countless others throughout history, Jesus called us to discipleship.

We did not choose him.

He called us so that he could use us to carry out his purpose in the world. He called us to love. He is the vine and we are the branches. We need be nothing more.

We do not need for one single moment to take upon ourselves the responsibility of the vine. We need only to trust that God, through Jesus, will equip us for whatever task we are needed to perform.

Wiping down the wetlands Fred Christiensen, Jim Fisher and Roy Baker fill Fred’s horse trailer with decaying rubber as Jim Thorsell, Scott Farmer, Jim Galloway, Heather Leschied and Bob Campsall take stock of the remaining tires collected by Wildsight members on the Wilmer wetlands during a recent cleanup.

Photo by Pat Morrow

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, May 13th, 10:30 a.m. Worship and Life Instruction, “The Journey: Our Helper And Guide - The WHAT!”...

Pastor Trevor ministering.

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

7 p.m.: “SING AND CELEBRATE”...at L.W.A.C. Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED 9:30 a.m.: God’s Breakfast Club for Children and Youth and 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 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.

Saturday: 7 p.m. and Sunday: 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyr’s Church in Invermere Sunday: 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. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m.

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

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

Let’s Make Cancer History

www.cancer.ca

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May 11, 2012

Happy

MOTHER’S DAY In celebration of Columbia Valley mothers, Bobbi Donahue’s Grade 9 class at David Thompson Secondary School put pen to paper to enter The Pioneer’s Mother’s Day poetry contest.

Here are a small selection of their poems.

Mom

By Lauren Phillips Mom Beautiful, kind Baking, dancing, singing To you I owe you everything Mom

This is for

By Dre Haynes Mom

My Mother’s Love

By Trystan Hart My mother’s love is Wonderful, wacky, insane And so I love her.

cIlwain

By Montanna M

Mom , Beautiful, devoted g. rgivin Loving, caring, fo I owe to you. wish to be, All I ever am, or ong.

Str

This is for……

Every time you have fed m e Every time you have laug Every time you’ve hed at my jokes su Every sacrifi pported me ce Every time you’ve you make for me hu Every time you’ve com gged me fort Every time you’ve loved me… ed me …

I Love you!

My Mom

By Melanie Healy My mom is trustworthy and gr It seems she can always rela eat.

She loves to bike and ride he te. r She is also the best mom, of horse. course!

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