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Spring brings out all kinds of Robson Valley residents. This ruffed grouse was photographed in a marshy area on the Dunsterʼs Croyden LAURA JOHNSON PHOTO Road, on Sunday, April 21.
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THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013
McBride and District Volunteer Valemountain Days shaping up to be a peak attraction Fire Department Responds By ALLAN FREDERICK Reporter
By MARIE BIRKBECK Contributor
On late Friday afternoon April 19, the McBride and District Volunteer Fire Department responded to a barn fire at the residence of Ron and Linda Woods. Sixteen members of the fire department answered the call and were able to extinguish the fire before it spread into the fields and/or the surrounding buildings or the residence. The residents were able to remove some of the stored equipment from the barn and save it from the fire. But they were not able to remove and save two smaller tractors and a motor-home, all of which were severely damaged in the fire. On Saturday afternoon April 20, firefighters were again called out to a fire off the lower end of Mountainview Road. A large tree had fallen over the hydro lines and sparks lit a small fire, which was quickly extinguished by the department. Fire Chief Dave Hruby would like to remind residents within the McBride village boundaries to be mindful of your neighbours and the community during a burn. For example, Hruby has received about 12 complaints in the last two weeks about smoke problems caused by fires. It should be noted that the local schools, hospital, and some other public buildings use the external air supply for their air-exchange systems. Hruby would also like to remind residents that “burn permits” are required seven days a week, 365 days of the year if you want to burn within the village boundaries. The permits are obtained through the village office at no cost.
With less than two months to go, the Valemountain Days Committee has plans shaping up nicely for the 2013 version of Valemountain Days slated for June 7 to June 9. Many details are yet to be fine-tuned. But it is confirmed that the annual weekend festivities will kick off on Friday evening (June 7) with a barbecue in front of the IGA. Other events planned for that evening are: kids games, face paintingm the popular Teddy Bear Clinic by BC Ambulance, sidewalk sale and street vendors by local businesses. Later in the evening, you can enjoy a street dance with music by Hardly a Band. It is never too soon to start thinking parade floats! There is no specific theme this year, just get creative, put your thinking caps on and build a float for the Saturday morning parade. More details regarding the parade will be made available in the coming weeks. In the meantime, you can contact Sports Day Chair, Christine Torgerson, to reserve your spot! Following the parade, activities move over to the sports grounds where there will be something for everyone. So far, confirmed activities and attractions include: bingo by the Senior Citizens Society, softball (pending an adequate number of teams come forth), Chicken Plop Bingo, kids corner and quilters show For when you get hungry or thirsty, there will also be concessions, cotton candy, popcorn, and a beer garden. The committee is currently exploring having a drumming workshop, a crafters’ tent, and several other events. A number of favourite community events are confirmed. The Valemount Lions Club will be barbecuing a steak dinner on the grounds on Saturday evening. Valemount Curling Club will be sponsoring the Saturday night dance at the curling rink. Valemount Marina Association will be cooking up the Sunday morning pancake breakfast. Following on the heels of breakfast the very popular Logger events will proceed! Contact Sylvia Cuddeback to enter your favourite events. A watermelon-eating contest will wind up the weekend activities. Planning and executing an event of this magnitude involves many people and many hours of volunteer time. The committee welcomes any new ideas—and manpower. So please contact any of the numbers listed below and plan on attending the next meeting. Meetings are held every other Monday evening at 7 p.m. at Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast. The next meeting is April 29. Everyone is welcome to attend. Important Valemountain Days Contact Information: Valemountain Days Chair: Christine Torgerson – 250-566-4688 Parade entries (Interim): Christine Torgerson – 250-566-4688 Street Side Vendors: Melanie Smith – 250-566-1798 Softball: Pete Pearson – 250-566-9945 Loggers Events: Sylvia Cuddeback – 250-566-4612 Bingo: Helen Harmon – 250-566-9954 Concessions: Marie Birkbeck – 250-566-0061
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THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013
• The Valley Sentinel, ROBSON VALLEY REGION
INBRIEF
NATIONAL PARK NEWS APRIL 25
Sustainability trip to Slave Lake postponed
BALD EAGLES RETURN TO MEDICINE AND ANNETTE LAKES
The Jasper Junior/Senior High School students scheduled to be in Slave Lake last weekend had to postpone their trip indefinitely because of funding and scheduling issues. The sustainability students were meant to be in the community from April 18-21 to film a 10-minute documentary about how youth would like to see their hometown rebuilt after the devastating 2011 fire that wiped out a large portion of the town’s infrastructure.
A pair of bald eagles is nesting at the north end of Medicine Lake, and another pair is nesting near the shore of Lake Annette. Both of these beautiful areas are very popular with day visitors, and nesting eagles appear to enjoy them as well. In past years, eagles have nested at both of these locations and in some cases later abandoned their unsuccessful nests. Eagles can be very sensitive to human presence near the nest and may abandon nests in response to human disturbance— please respect the space that the eagles need. To decrease the chance of human activity disturbing the nesting eagles, Parks Canada has implemented small temporary closures in the area directly around both nests for the past couple of years. In 2011, a young eaglet survived from the Annette Lake nest, but not from Medicine Lake. In 2012, it was the reverse, with only the Medicine Lake nest successfully producing an eaglet. Parks Canada has implemented the temporary closure again this year. From just outside the closed areas, there are great opportunities to bring your binoculars and quietly observe the nests. The areas will re-open when the young eaglets can fly, in approximately late July. Bald eagles are fish-eaters during the summer months and will nest near fish-bearing water bodies. They lay one to three eggs and incubation is about 35 days. Once the eggs hatch, the male does most of the foraging while the female tends the young. Once the young can thermo-regulate on their own (three or four weeks), the female starts to forage as well, although a young eaglet has a fledging period of 10-12 weeks.
Free camping for a cause Hinton/Jasper KOA Campground is offering one free night of camping, May 11, to all guest who pay to camp on May 10. The deal is in celebration of the 10th anniversary of KOA Care Camps “Big Weekend.” Along with the free night of camping, there will also be some fun events designed to entertain campers and help raise funds to support KOA Care Camps—summer camps around North America that provide “a true summer camp experience for children with cancer and their siblings,” according to a press release. Last year, the “Big Weekend” raised more than $500,000.
Kids parade for volunteers Students from Jasper Elementary School will parade around town, April 26, to show their appreciation for community members and parents who volunteer in their school. The parade begins at 10:45 a.m. and wraps up at noon. Along the way, the students will stop in seven places to give a cheer for those volunteers. The elementary school invites community members to meet the students on the street to either join in the parade or a cheer.
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Bald eagles are nesting at Medicine and Annette lakes again this year. So for the third year, Parks Canada has imposed closures near the nests.
LAKE ANNETTE
MEDICINE LAKE
If you are planning to visit Lake Annette this spring, please be aware that the trail along the north shore will be closed. The majority of the paved trail that encircles the lake will remain accessible from the first and main beach parking lots. An alternate trail option to link the first and beach parking lots is the horse trail. A floating buoy line that extends into the lake will be used to keep people from approaching too close to the eagle’s nest from the water. The main beach at Lake Annette provides an excellent spot to view the nest.
The nest is approximately 300 metres from the north viewpoint at Medicine Lake. The old road that leads from the bottom of the viewpoint along the base of the new road to the nest location will be closed within 200 metres of the nest. This view point is an excellent location for observing the nest. Maps illustrating the closed areas are available on our website, www.pc.gc.ca/jasper, under “Important Bulletins.”
ATVing in the Robson Valley By MARIE BIRKBECK Contributor
Just as snowmobiling found its way into the Robson Valley 30 years ago, so too has the ATVing found out about our wonderful hills, without a lot of advertising, without a lot of marketing, but by word of mouth, and bringing with it what could be a much needed boost to our summer economy. Statistical data on ATVing in BC is not available, but a recent economic study from Quebec indicated that Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) contributed over $915,000,000.00 annually to the provincial economy which equates to $20,254.00 per kilometer of designated trail. In recent years, Curtis Pawliuk General Manager at Valemount Area Recreation Development Association (VARDA) has noticed a marked increase in not only the number of motorized off-road vehicle users to the area, but also the number of requests to VARDA for information on the trail systems. This is when VARDA realized that there was virtually no information available and began to look into sustainable areas for this purpose along with effective ways of communicating information to our visitors. Without adequate information, direction, and awareness the potential for environmental damage and area misuse increases drastically. An example could be where an unaware visitor might look at a moist piece of land as muskeg but to us, it is likely a sensitive environmental feature that we want to preserve. Unfortunately, though, there is no organization in the area designated to deal with this growing market trend. Out of sheer necessity, and despite having no
official authority, VARDA has begun to look seriously at this area, and recognized that it is a subject that needs addressing and guidance. With support, input and critique from key stakeholders, a small brochure on ATVing in the Valemount area was drafted. This booklet focused on environmentally sound riding practices and our expectation of use in our area, sustainable locations to ride in the Valemount area, and other sources for information on ATV regulations in B.C. Education and Awareness are KEY! VARDA recently approached the Valemount and Area Chamber of Commerce to co-host a public round table discussion to determine if there is genuine concern and support for moving forward with some sort of management plan. About 50 people were in attendance for this first meeting. If eventually confirmed that this is important to the community, VARDA (along with other community organizations) would require the support and buy-in from the stakeholders. The main focus, would be on direction to sustainable areas and protection of sensitive areas and if supported create a few trail systems that will keep us as a destination So how do we as a community, manage/handle the influx of ATVers to our Valley? According to Pawliuk, we basically have three options: 1) To maintain our current level of work with some cross-promoting, website content, advertising as a destination, no government support for signage, assistance or designation, VARDA is the source of information for guests. This option allows for
maintaining status quo with little or no funding. 2) Grow sustainably. Continue with promotion. Pursue government assistance for guidance and assistance. Request the village to pursue the in-town use bylaw. Request certain areas to be potentially managed under temporary Stewardship Management Agreements. Build and design some new “loop trail systems” and designate an area to a bit of an ATV Park where more technical trails can be created. This option will require a large amount of community/village support and should only be pursued under general consensus. Funding will be needed for any new developments although existing infrastructure could be signed and designated under the SMA process for little cost, but a lot of work. 3) Drop all promotion and plans for development/ signage. This option would stop all promotion through magazines, websites, social media etc. This move will likely leave a large hole in information available. This option would be implemented if the village, the community and the businesses do not want to continue with pursuing Valemount as an ATV destination. ATVing is not just ATVing. There is a lot of potential to capture the family market and do cross promotion for all of Valemount other activities and make us a real sought after summer destination.
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THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013
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Best practice? By DANIEL BETTS, Editor
I am sometimes more than a little astounded by the behaviour of members of our modern society. Often people think that because we have advanced ourselves technologically that we are an advanced society. I have seen very little evidence of this lately. Sure, we have lots of fancy toys, but what are we using them for and how do we treat each other? It used to be, in our distant past, people practiced a code of conduct or etiquette, a way of communicating with members of society in such a way as to not get themselves killed. Once upon a time, everyone was armed, mostly for his or her own protection. In order to conduct business of any kind, one chose their words very carefully and was very cautious not to offend. The handshake became part of a customary greeting in order to demonstrate to either party that they were unarmed and were not planning on killing each other. At least not yet. Further, in times past, it was very difficult to size a person up by their appearance, so it was best to always be polite. You never knew what a person was capable of. One wrong move or assumption and tables could quickly turn, ending badly. This may sound brutal, but the threat of bodily harm created an atmosphere of politeness that we no longer see. Fast forward to the 21st Century. We are no longer armed, but people are more or less the same. Without any kind of threat, people can’t be bothered with politeness or meaningful discussion. Why be polite when you can just bully and threaten in order to gain ground or force an agenda? Is this now the best practice of our modern society? If you don’t get what you want, find a weakness and bully your way to success? It is extremely sad that some people feel this is the best way to achieve their goals. It is also sad that it appears some people require some kind of threat in order to motivate them to act with a sense of community or to work out issues in a polite and business-like manner. The real human failing is the fact that both methods are wrong. Forcing people to be polite under threat of bodily harm or death is just as delusional as feeling successful after bullying your way to success. What is missing in both these scenarios is love. We will never have an “advanced” society until we allow ourselves to freely love each other and ourselves. We would never harm someone we loved, verbally or physically. With love comes an end to undermining, victimization, bullying and violence. We would never think of harming someone we loved because we feel the pain we inflict. Emotions are reciprocal. We receive what we give, so why would anyone want to receive anger and hatred when they can have love instead? We determine our own consequences.
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Our library is your library Dear Editor, At the Valemount Public Library we are delighted by the recent resurgence in interest in our plans to expand the library in Valemount. The current library, now 25 years old, has been growing ever-more crowded over the past decade as our services have expanded it is in great need of more space for programming, studying, reading, wireless internet access, and collection development. The addition of 2,500 square feet on the main floor will allow us to stretch out and provide much-needed space. The addition of a lower floor will provide space for meeting/activity rooms that can be accessed by local organizations and individuals. This additional space will allow us to hold author talks and other activities that are not currently possible. We do wish to address one mistaken assumption recently expressed by a letter writer in the Rocky Mountain Goat. Print books, while an integral part of a library, are not the sole service provided, nor is “storage” the reason for the expansion. These days at the library you can borrow e-books, DVDs, music CDS, magazines, story kits, audiobooks and eReaders. You can also use the internet to check your e-mail or do research and you can access databases through our website like Library-to-go, Auto Repair or B.C. Codes. You
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can request items through our inter-library loans and you can borrow and/or return items at any B.C. library using the B.C. One Card program. Parents can choose among a growing collection of themed kits which include books, puppets, and dvds. We offer Storytimes with crafts for preschoolers and a Summer Reading Program for 6-12 year olds. We even have one-on-one computer training available for adults (you decide what you want to learn)! Any resident of Valemount and area can access these services and collections free of charge. Just bring your ID and proof of residence and we will issue you a library card. Locals and tourists are welcome to use our computers. We would also like to extend a word of welcome to the people who are just joining the expansion discussion. While some decisions have been made, there are many more to come and we welcome your input and your advice about ways to improve our services. Please do drop by the library and have a look at the plans for the expansion. If you have ideas, chat with a board member or the library staff. Our library is your library.
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Letter to taxpayers uses scare tactic Dear Editor, The Village of McBride has released a scare tactic letter that reveals worst case scenario for tax issues (tax exemption for library & museum) regarding the purchase of 521 Main Street for the new Cultural Centre; however that letter does not include the re introduction of the existing library & museum properties back into the tax base. We have been the largest taxpayers and employer in the village and we cannot disagree with our Mayor without major consequences financially and personally, as well as creating negative impact in our community! Shelly and I have sponsored and donated for years including school athletics, grads, ball teams, hockey teams, pioneer days etc. We have offered at a reduced rate to the Cultural
Centre, our building at half the replacement cost as well as the donation of our two adjacent vacant lots. If the Village issue of a tax increase because of the library and museum acquiring a much needed larger facility concerns the tax payers of this community and feel the increase is unaffordable, then Shelly and I will donate the tax money needed for the new library and museum until the next municipal election! It saddens us greatly that disagreements in a small community can cause so much harm for so many people in our valley. Sincerely, Tom Ryan and Family, McBride 3.32” x 3”
McBride – Big turnout for Hospital’s 50th Anniversary By ASTRID FRAZIER Contributor
McBride and District Hospital celebrated its 50th Anniversary this past Sunday, April 21. About 150 attended the event, which was held in the hospital garden. A light lunch of sandwiches and baking was served, along with coffee and punch. Several speakers spoke of the early days and how many changes have taken place since the opening of the McBride and District Hospital in 1963. There were many fond memories from past employees, some of whom were born in this very hospital. Northern Health Authority Chief Operations Officer Michael MacMillan, along with local government representatives conveyed welcomes and congratulations on the anniversary celebrations. Bobby Roe spoke about Bob Beeson’s many contributions to our communities and our health-care system over the last many years. Liz Haan was honoured for her many years of nursing and, in turn, she honoured and spoke about Dr. GeoffreyCowburn and his legacy of service to the residents of the region. Bill Arnold credited the McBride Ladies Auxiliary for all their years of contributing to the addition of hospital equipment and fundraising. Some local musicians played their instruments and the Mennonite choir sang for the guests. Master of Ceremonies Jackie Edwards did a wonderful job coordinating at the microphone. The food and beverages were good and even the weather cooperated. Thank you to all the contributors of the day and to all the people who have provided — and continue to provide — health-care services for all of us at the McBride and District Hospital. Happy 50th Anniversary!
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THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013
Robson Valley Music Society receives $50,000 grant to build songwriters’ retreat By BIRGIT STUTZ Contributor
organizations continue to provide quality arts experiences in communities throughout British Columbia. Funding for B.C. Creative Spaces comes from the 2010 Dunster residents Shara Gustafson and Seth Macdonald are not afraid to think big. They’ve done everything from Sport and Arts Legacy, created by the B.C. government to small music festivals and performance-art showcases to an carry on the spirit of community celebration that played a international music festival that has doubled in size over major role in the cultural success of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. the past seven years. Eligible applicants for the one-time grant included B.C. Gustafson and Macdonald are well-known as the leaders of the five-piece band Mamaguroove. They are also non-profit arts and/or cultural organizations, First Nations the creators of the Robson Valley Music Society (RVMS), band councils or friendship centres. Total program funding for the B.C. Creative Spaces is a non-profit society, which was incorporated in May 2006 to promote and support the performing arts and showcase up to $1 million, with individual grants of up to $50,000. The grant money supports local and regional entertainers construction and specialized and artists of all disciplines. We are really, really thrilled to bring equipment purchases and However, the core this to our community. This is just another includes environmentally members of the society sensitive practices. have been organizing way for the Robson Valley Music Society to Gustafson said that their summer music festivals and bring people to the valley. building has to be built by performance art showcases – Shara Gustafson, April 2014, and added that in the community of Dunster long before that, as early Artistic Director, the society will hire local contractors. as 1995 in fact. In 2005, the Robson Valley Music Society core group came up with the “Once it is finished, we concept of an annual Robson will rent the space out to Valley Music Festival. That led to the incorporation of the non-profit society, and the local, national and international artists,” she said. “We are first annual music festival, which was held in Dunster in really, really thrilled to bring this to our community. This is just another way for the society to bring people to the August 2005. But it doesn’t stop there. Gustafson, artistic director for valley. It will also open up more performances for people.” The primary mandate of the Robson Valley Music the RVMS, and Macdonald, president of the society, long had a vision for a recording studio/retreat to give locals Society is to promote social harmony and economic access to recording in their own valley at reasonable costs. development in the communities of the Robson Valley They wanted to bring in artists from all over the world “to by encouraging and supporting the performing arts and enjoy our gorgeous area to create and share their music showcasing local and regional entertainers and artists of all disciplines. with valley residents.” Other goals of the society include providing a means When Gustafson and Macdonald heard about the B.C. Creative Spaces grant offered by the British Columbia for these artists to network with other performers (regional, Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development, national, and international); exposing residents of the Robson Valley to arts and culture they might otherwise not they decided to jump on it. “When we heard about the grant, we thought we’d put have a chance to experience; and providing a stimulus to together a proposal for $50,000, which is the most you can the local economy. The primary means of achieving this mandate is get,” said Gustafson. “I wrote the application and (Dunster resident) Lelani Arris helped me put it all together. We organization of the annual Robson Valley Music Festival, which is held in late August every year. applied at the end of January.” The society also organizes musical events throughout As time went by, and they didn’t hear anything, Gustafson and Macdonald were sure that they didn’t the year that feature local and regional performers. qualify for the grant money. “A couple of weeks ago, we picked up the mail and Seth turned white as a ghost,” recalls Gustafson. “I thought YORA and Mt Robson Marathon Meetings somebody had died. Then Seth held out a cheque in the Saturday, April 27 at the Caribou Grill amount of $50,000.” Gustafson said that while the initial shock has worn off, YORA will meet from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. she still can hardly believe that the society was successful Marathon from 2:30 - 3 p.m. in securing the grant. “Now the work begins,” she said. “We have a basic idea **If you would like to be inof what we want to do. A 30-by 30-foot building with a volved in the Marathon recording studio, rehearsal space, and songwriter retreat, but cannot make the meeting, including space for sleeping.” please call Patricia 250.556.8244 The society has to come up with 25 percent of the or Darryl 250.566.4347 project’s cost, but the contributions can be in-kind donations and gifts. The B.C. Creative Spaces grant—which was announced on January 9—is part of the B.C. government’s $1.5 million investment in two new arts programs to help cultural
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Take Out and Delivery $5 fee for under $30 purchased.
1295
Smorgasbord $
DURING MAY Fridays & Saturdays • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
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$ 95
MAY Special Chinese Combo • Ginger Chicken • Chicken Chow Mein • Sweet & Sour Boneless Pork Ball
If you are unemployed or just looking to make a change in employment, drop in and check out our self-serve resources. Feel like you need a bit more support? Our Employment Advisor is here to help, with resumes and job search, or to access more training. Come and see us soon. Drop-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. Birgit Kuit,
Employment Advisor
The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.
Phone: 250-566-4601 • Fax: 250-566-4602 Check out our website at www.valemountlearningcentre.org Come and visit us again for the first time. 1201 - 5th Ave., Box 789, Valemount, BC, V0E 2Z0 Monday to Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
MAY THE MOUNTAINS MOVE YOU
3rd Annual Chili Cook-off
Royal Canadian Legion
Branch #266, Valemount Sunday April 28, 2013
12:00 noon Start cooking
3:30 p.m. Tasting and Judging 4:30 p.m. Awards & Prizes
FLAT RATE ADMISSION $10.00 ALLOWS YOU TO SAMPLE ANY OR ALL OF THE CHILI.
Please submit quotes to Silvio Gislimberti, Village of Valemount, Phone: 250.566.4435
PRIZES for: 1st PLACE 2nd PLACE 3rd PLACE BEST BOOTH PEOPLES CHOICE 5:00 PM CASH AWARDS PRESENTED
Closing Date for quotes: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Closing Time: 4:00 p.m.
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: PETE PEARSON 566-1115 or petep1@telus.net
Thursday, aPrIL 25, 2013
WEEKLY HOROSCOPE
bY MICHAEL O’CONNOR
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
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ibra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Financial interests and considerations are keeping you busy now. Investments, inheritances, taxes and the like are more than on your mind. You may feel inspired to diversify as well. Whether it is venture capitalism or simply the desire to be free
Your ambitions remain strong and your focus is sharp. Change is the law and everyone is feelings its added push these days. This has been especially true for you for the past 6-8 months. Now that the momentum has been initiated, it is a matter of steady perseverance. The time has come to establish new foundations. Theplanning stage is important.
and financially stable enough to travel, it may be time to do the math.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
A period of steady advancement has begun. You should feel a good deal of traction. Thistrend will continue for the next few weeks anyway. Be willing to try new approaches. There may be a variety of fronts to consider. It is important that you be extra cooperative. Your ambitions may be high yet cooperative actions are keys to your success.
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emini (May 21 – Jun 21 Working steadily behind the scenes continues. This may include rest to recharge. Yet, you can also be productive. Making pointed changes in your daily routine is a good example of productive change. Is your lifestyle as healthy as it could be? Do you have any bad habits you can disrupt and break free from? Prepare theground for new growth.
Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)
This is a time of completion and fruition. You are at a peak in a cycle that favours creative inventiveness. This inspirational burst of energy could also manifest as a budding new love interest. While romantic interests are implied, it could also be the beginnings of a wonderful new friendship.
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eo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) A good deal of activity in your public and professional life is causing a stir close to home and perhaps vice versa. Now is a good time to make some strategic moves for advancement. Meanwhile old friends and loves and possibly foes from the past may re-enter your life. These changes will be felt at core levels.
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irgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Your sights are set on a bigger picture. A visionary fervour has taken hold and is leading you into new territory. One way or another you feel determined to build anew. Reaching out to others and networking is featured. Altogether, new initiatives and/or initiations are likely. Some of these could come on the heels of other things ending.
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Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
A shift from work to pleasure should be evident now. You have likely taken some initiatives, perhaps especially in your overall lifestyle. Expect this trend to continue. Somehow you feel done with old modes of living and self-expression. Whether by choice or circumstance, the time has come for new ways of doing and being.
Spring is a time for cleaning and sometimes the need goes deeper than the home and garden. These may merit your attention as well, yet the call to clean, clear and cleanse could include your body, mind and/or emotions as well. Your willingness to make extra efforts to this endcould have very positive results, but neglect could prove just the opposite
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apricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) A good deal of activity close to home has been keeping you busy. If you did take the initiative to engage in creative projects, you should feel extra inspired now. Real estate deals and/or home renovations are strong possibilities. Family concerns and interests are implied. Expect the fruit of past actions to ripen now.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
You have begun to set your sights on new horizons. This has activated key communications and organizational activity. Your study focus and search for new knowledge and practical information has been a key theme. You feel a sense of destiny andyearn for change and progress publically and professionally.
P
isces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Shifts and changes in your income and financial set-up have begun. You are challenged to adjust to meet the changing conditions. Expect this trend to continue. Increasing your sense of security will motivate you. Generating new streams of income is likely. Desires for greater fulfillment in your relationships are core motivations.
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McBride Community Forest releases Audited Financials 2012 The McBride Community Forest Corporation (MCFC) recently released their 2012 audited financial statements, which displayed a net profit for 2012 of $111,960. In reviewing the statements an increase in sales of $394,085 or 42 per cent over the 2011 sales was noteworthy. Over the previous year, some expenses increased including in the area of silviculture, which was up 38 per cent or $124,017 from 2011. Road maintenance costs were also up. General Manager, Marc von der Gonna said he was “happy
with a net profit for this year after two consecutive years of showing net losses.” The future of the forest industry—with recent increases in lu mber prices—is the start of a next cycle for the industry and promises of a brighter future are being projected. The 2012 financials are available on the MCFC website at www.mcbridecommunityforest.com
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[We’re] happy to have displayed a
net profit for 2012 after two years of losses.
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- GM Marc von der Gonna
DEADLINE FRIDAY AT 5:00 PM JASPER CLASSIFIEDS BAKE SALE NEW TO YOU SALE & BAKE SALE. Anglican Church Parish Hall. Geikie and Miette. Friday, April 26, 7-9pm. Saturday, April 27, 10am-1pm Proceeds to St. Francus Hospital in Zambia.
HAY FOR SALE No rain, in shed, square bales, 50-60 lbs, $5 per bale, call 250-569-3201 McBride. FOR SALE BY OWNER 719 Maligne Ave. Renovated 4 bdrm, 3 bath and 1 bdrm tourist suite. Large corner lot, excellent location! $930 000, call for more information 780-852-4805
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OFFICE SPACE FOR SUBLET small, downtown Jasper commercial office space to sublet for one year. May 1st 2013 to May 1st 2014. Please call Patricia at 780-852-5473.
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BAR MANAGER position available full-time. Food and beverage experience an asset. Great starting wage with performance bonus. Duties include booking/bartending/operations staff management. Apply in person at the Legion.
RENTALS
RENTALS
ROBSON VALLEY CLASSIFIEDS AUTOMOBILES
MISC. FOR SALE
FOR SALE OR RENT
2002 Saturn SL, grey, 4 door sedan, 433,000 kms, manual transmission, great fuel economy. Has been a good commuter car. $800 OBO. Call Loretta 250-968-4453. GTS NOV 29
Whole Spring/Easter lamb $4 per lb. or $5 cut and wrapped, Contact 250-968-4347. APR 25
Premier Mountain Lodge offering fully furnished rooms at $495 per month and 1 large suite at $595 per month in Valemount. Includes hydro, cable and wi-fi. Contact 250-566-0072. APR 25
2004 Ford Freestar minivan Sports model. Tan colour. Loaded. Good condition. Clean. Winter rims and tires included. $6,500 OBO Phone 250-569-7295 daytime or 250-968 4322 evenings. GTS JAN 25
CAMPER WITH TRUCK 1995 Wilderness 5th wheel camper 21.5 feet. Sleeps 6 people with queen size upper bed. Fridge, 4 burner stove/oven, propane heated, AM/FM stereo, shower tub, with 12 ft. awning $7,000. In great condition. 1996 Ford F-250 extended cab short box, 196,000 km, truck canopy included. Asking price is $10,000 for BOTH OBO. Financing available. If interested call Jocelyn 250-566-4491 (home) or 250-5661700 (cell) GTS SEPT 5
MISC. FOR SALE Case Model 530 Tractor front end loader in good condition $3,500. Parts tractors Case 530 backhoe attachment $1,000. 14 foot tandem field disk $800. Contact 250-2190277 GTS NOV 29 Good used sea containers for sale. McBride area $3,650, Valemount $3,500 Delivered. We accept Visa/MC 250-314-9522. APR 25
HAY FOR SALE shedded round bales from last years hay crop at $25 each. Contact 250-9684347. APR 25
TRAILER FOR SALE Mobile Home: Hartman’s Trailer Park 2-Bedroom with addition, wood stove and oil heat. Rental purchase optional. Asking $16,000 OBO or $500 monthly rent. Call Doug 250-566-4240 GTS NOV 15
TRAVEL TRAILER
2011 Travel Trailer 18’ Puma by Palomino, Like new, Tandem Axle, Air, electric awing and jack, lots of options. Serious inquiries only. Contact 250-566-4834 MAY 9
FOR SALE OR RENT Cozy 2 bedroom House for rent available now in Valemount. No smoking. No Pets. References required. Contact 250-566-1055 APR 25 2 cute houses for rent, close to town in Valemount. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, NON -SMOKING! 1630 MAIN STREET: $650/month (basement - storage space) and 1590 MAIN STREET: $500/month Call Marcy: 604-5740904 , 778-320-6032 APR 25
CN APARTMENTS in Valemount- 1 & 2 BR $520 & $590 plus hydro. No pets. JUNIPER MANOR Furnished Bachelor $450 plus hydro. 2 BR $550 plus hydro. Scott 250-566-1569 APR 25 Quiet 2 bdrm mobile home at Cranberry Park in Valemount, a/c, appliances included, wood/ propane heat. Available May 1. Rent $550 per month. Contact 250-5650-4240. JULY 25
FOR SALE BY OWNER Scenic riverfront property 4 km west of McBride. Open style 3 bedroom, 2 bath includes major appliances. Several outbuildings, greenhouse and garden area. 2.5 acres. Phone 250-569-2643. May 2
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Furnished 500 sq. foot, 1 Bdrm bsmt suite in Triplex house. Separate storage shed, shared laundry. Everything provided except bed and linens. $500/mo. Available April 1st.
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Mtnview Apts. No smoking, no pets, clean and quiet building. Beautifully furnished units now available! Kitchen supplies & linens not provided. Bachelor - $450, 1 Bdrm - $575, Unfurnished 2 Bdrm - $575
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7th Avenue 4-Plex. Very spacious & bright suites - 1000 sq. feet! No pets, non-smoking building. Furnished 2 bdrm w/laundry - $650. Available mid- March.
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Updated trailer on fenced lot w/large shed. 900 sq. feet - 2 bdrm + small office, 1 bath w/jetted tub. Oil furnace/electric fireplace. Pet ok, no smoking. $650.
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THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013
Rex’s Recycling Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
10 am to 4 pm
Closed - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
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chris@stolfalaw.ca
Bonded & Licensed with over 30 years experience
250-566-1536
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Box 819, 1170 Canoe View Place Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0
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P. 780-852-2121 2nd floor, (beside physio.) F. 780-423-3883 622 Connaught Dr.
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plumbing & heating Greg McNee, Insured and Reliable Seniors: Show this ad and receive a 10% discount
cell: 250-566-1687 HINTON OPTOMETRY CLINIC Dr. Gary Watson, Dr. Monika Braun & Dr. Jennifer Goettling
OPTOMETRISTS
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FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL 1-800-323-9891
Eyewear & sunglasses also available at: Rocky Mountain Eye Wear • Parks West Mall • 780-865-3011
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SPECIAL EV ENTS Crimestoppers AnnuAl BArBeque At iGA saturday, april 27, 2013 in front of the Valemount iga store at 1195 - 5th ave. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. offering a hamburger, cheeseburger, or hot dog with all the fixings, a can of pop, and a package of Chips for $3. All proceeds go to help Crime Stoppers fight against crime.
hear songs by loretta lynn, Marty Robbins, Patsy Cline, Roy Orbison, and Jim Reeves. Tickets $20.00 each available at the Legion, or from Pete 250.566.9945, or at the Valley sentinel.
poetry Coffeehouse @ the mCBride liBrAry Friday, april 26 at 7 p.m. brush up on your favourite poem to recite at our evening of coffee, tea, and poetry. in celebration of national Poetry Month!
frenCh ConVersAtion CluB @ the mCBride liBrAry bonjour! Tuesdays beginning april 9, 12 p.m. bring your lunch and join Carol Hammar to practise among friends. all levels welcome!
3rd AnnuAl Chili Cook-off sunday, april 28 at the Valemount legion hall, set up 10:30 a.m. Judging 4 p.m., awards 5 p.m. Entry Fee $40 per team. Call Pete Pearson 250-5661115 for information or to register. ClAssiC Country show, Comedy And dAnCe Friday, May 10 at the Valemount legion hall doors open at 6:30 show at 7:30 p.m.
VALEmouNT mondaYS: • Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9 a.m. at the golden years lodge. • Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in legion. tueSdaYS: • Valemount Children’s Activity Centre board Meeting third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • Council Meeting second and fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the council chambers. everyone welcome. • Volleyball 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Valemount secondary school gymnasium. sign up for the season or drop in. Must have indoor shoes. Call Suzanne Bloodoff 250-5669979. WedneSdaYS: • Public Library Board Meeting every second Wednesday at 5 p.m. downstairs at the library. • Valemount seniors music night 7 to 9 p.m. at the golden years lodge. • Toastmasters meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from
New at the McBride Public Library Adult Fiction: The Buddha in the Attic - Julie Otsuka Skios - Michael Frayn The Red House – Mark Haddon Come Home – Lisa Scottoline The Gilly Salt Sisters – Tiffany Baker
meAt drAws eVery sAturdAy at the Valemount legion from 1 to 4 p.m.
Adult Nonfiction: The New Trailside Cookbook – Kevin Callan The New Atkins for a New You - Eric Westman The Winter Harvest Handbook – Eliot Coleman Complete GED Preparation - Steck-Vaughn Bathrooms: A Sunset Design Guide – Bridget Biscotti Bradley Junior: That’s Not My Panda - Fiona Watt Spot Goes to School – Eric Hill Storm the Fortress – Maxine Trottier Behind Enemy Lines – Carol Matas Shot At Dawn – John Wilson
Community yArd sAle at the Tete Jaune Community Hall on Saturday, May 25th from 9a.m.-1 p.m. Concession by RV Spay Neuter Society. Come find a bargain and/or sell your goods To donate good used items or book a table call Wendy at 250-566-9706.
DVDs & Audiobooks: Little Red Wagon Princess: A modern fairytale Bartok Fink Anne of Green Gables – L.M. Montgomery (CDs) Naked in Death – J.D. Robb (CDs)
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7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the best Western. Valemount Arts and Cultural Society meets the last Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. downstairs at the Library. Call 250-566-9049. • Meditation classes at The gathering Tree at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $5/week. Call Regena 250-566-9181. tHurSdaYS: • Cribbage Game at Golden Years lodge from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. everyone Welcome! • Chamber of Commerce Quarterly general Meetings third Thursday of January, april, July and october at 4:45 p.m. • Saddle & Wagon Club meeting the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. Call 250-566-4718. • Valemount Family Support Group will meet the last Thursday of every month at the old Village Office, 99 Gorse St., at 7:30 p.m. For families dealing with mental health issues. Call Irene Brady at 250- 566-1958. • Adult recreational badminton from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Valemount secondary school. drop-ins welcome. FridaYS: • Valemount Legion Friday Night dinners starting at 5 p.m. • Alcoholics Anonymous Friday evenings •
at 8 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Catholic Church basement. SaturdaYS: • Valemount circle dance. For more info please contact 250 566-1782.
TETE JAuNE •
Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tete Jaune hall.
mCBrIdE • McBride Community Forest open quarterly meetings on the first Wed. of the month on January 9, april 3, July 3, and october 2 at the Mcbride Village Council Chambers at 7 p.m. tueSdaYS: • Royal Canadian Legion meetings on first Tuesday, monthly. • Community Badminton at McBride secondary school at 7 p.m. • ToPs 6:45 p.m. weigh-in, 7:15 p.m. meeting. health unit in Mcbride. New members welcome. Call Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • Village Council Meeting second and fourth Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., Village Council Chambers. • alcoholics anonymous every Tuesday,
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8 p.m. at the health unit. Ready, set and learn at the elementary School. Families and their two to five year olds who attend will engage in play-based early learning activities. Call 569-2721 to register. • Words of Whimsy - creative writing for teens at 7 p.m. at the Mcbride library. WedneSdaYS: • Pickle ball at McBride Secondary School at 7 p.m. • storytime with Mother goose at the Mcbride library at 10 a.m. • Diabetes Support Group first Wednesday at 1 p.m. at beaverview lodge sat. 10 a.m. -12 p.m., 441 dominion st. • Support Group For Families Dealing With Mental health Problems. last Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the McBride Health Centre. More info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347. • Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild every other Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the high school. new members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 250-569-3210. • Legion Auxiliary Bingo first and third Wednesday of the month at the legion hall. •
Peter Reimer Notary Public
250-566-4464
Real Estate & Mortgages Wills, Contracts & Affidavits
LISTINGS
CHURCH
1222 5th Avenue, Valemount Cell: 250-318-8808 • notary@vis.bc.ca Valemount GOOD SHEPHERD ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 3rd Ave & Elm St. 250-566-4662 or 250-566-4493 Sunday 8:30am Saturday-5 pm ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH 7th & Cedar. 250-566-4797 Sunday Worship 10am
NEW LIFE CENTRE 1247 - 1st Ave. 250-566-4824 Family Worship 10:30am. Prayer meeting Thurs 7pm CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SERVICES 250-968-4349 or 250-566-4568 Sunday 3pm, Sun. School 3pm VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 250-566-9996, Praise & Worship 11am Worship Service on Sun 10:30am
1222 5th Ave. Valemount, B.C. Phone: 250-566-4464 • Fax: 250-566-4271 Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fridays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. After hours by arrangement
VALEMOUNT COMMUNITY CHURCH E-Free Church NEW location the old Sporting & Clothing building on 5th Ave Sunday at 11:00 a.m. mcBride ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 197 Dominion, 250-569-2606 Sun. Communion Service 11am
ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH 441 Dominion St., 250-569-3206 or 250-569-3386. Worship/Kids church 10am SEVENTH - DAY ADVENTIST Lamming Pit Rd, 250 569.3370 Sabbath School: Sat. 9:30am, Worship Service Sat. 11am, Pathfinders Tues 7pm, Prayer Meeting Wed 7pm
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Church 569.2378 or 569.8845 1st Ave Worship Service on Sun 10:30am MOUNTAIN CHAPEL (PAOC) Church 569-3350/Office 569-6802 Sunday Worship 11am, Prayer Service Wed. 7pm MENNONITE CHURCH Sun. Sch. 10am, Sunday Services 11am, 7:30pm Wed 7:45pm
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• The Valley Sentinel, ROBSON VALLEY REGION
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Valemount Village Council Briefs – April 9 By DONALDA BEESON Contributor
council accepts the EDO’s Monthly Report for March 2013 for information purposes only.
The regularly scheduled council meeting for The Village of Valemount was held on Tuesday, April 9. Mayor Andru McCracken, Coun. Sandy Salt, Coun. Hollie Blanchette, Coun. Dallas Bullock, Coun. Christine Latimer Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Anne Yanciw, and Deputy Corporate Officer Braden Hutchins were all in attendance.
Public Works Report: There was no Public Works Monthly Progress Report this week. Building Inspector’s Monthly Report for March: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council accepts the Building Inspectors Monthly Report for March 2013 for information purposes only.
Public Hearing: There was no Public Hearing this week. Delegations: There were no delegations to council this week. Committee of the Whole: There was no Committee of the Whole this week. Unfinished Business: There was no finished business this week. Correspondence for Action: Valemount Learning Centre - Request for the Village of Valemount to be Their Sponsor for the Enterprising NonProfits Grant Application. It was moved, seconded, and carried that council approves the Valemount Learning Centre’s request for the Village of Valemount to be their sponsor for the Enterprising NonProfits Grant Application. Information Items: There were no information items brought forward this week. Administrative Reports - Clarification on the Library Expansion Development Variance Permit 02-13: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council clarify the March 26, 2013 approval of Development Variance Permit DVP 02-13 to include the following: That council resolves to approve placement of the existing library within setbacks (side parcel line 3m) defined in Zoning Bylaw 610 section 20.3 for P3 zoning. That council resolves to approve placement of the proposed library construction within setbacks (side parcel line 3m) defined in Zoning Bylaw 610 section 20.3 for P3 zoning, and that this variance be valid for a period of three years from date of approval (April 2016), by which time construction must have begun. Economic Development Officer’s Report for the Month of March 2013: It was moved, seconded, and carried that
Financial Report: Accounts Payable Report for the Month of March: It was moved, seconded, and carried that Council to accepts the March 2013 Accounts Payable Report for information purposes. Garbage Truck Purchase: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council to approve the borrowing of $125,000 for the purpose of a new garbage truck. 2012 Audited Financials Report: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council approve the 2012 Audited Financials as presented by Colleen Ballantyne of KPMG at the March 26, 2013 council Meeting. Bylaws and Policies Five Year Financial Bylaw 691, 2013: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council repeal Resolution no. 088/13 and instead approve the two percent inflation rate plus one-percent tax increase with all additional expenses to be covered by surplus; with the expectation that staff will work diligently to keep surplus use to a minimum. Zoning Bylaw Amendment 692, 2013 (Microbrewery) – Fourth and Final Readings: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council approve the fourth and final reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 692, 2013 (Microbrewery). Zoning Bylaw Amendment 693, 2013 (Home Occupation) – Fourth and Final Readings: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council approve the fourth and final readings of Zoning Amendment Bylaw 693, 2013 (Home Occupation). Temporary Use Permit: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council give approval to proceed with notices for a public hearing held on May 14, 2013, in order to advertise the public hearing in two
publications of the local newspapers, and defer payment for application fees, which will be paid by the applicant, CVCA (Canoe Valley Community Association). Council Reports: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council accept the individual councillor reports this week. New Business Canoe Valley Community Association: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council provide a letter of support to the Canoe Valley Community Association regarding their application for a CBT (Columbia Basin Trust) Youth Grants. Wishbone Theatre: It was moved, seconded, and carried that council provide a letter of support to the Canoe Valley Community Association regarding their application for a CBT (Columbia Basin Trust) Youth Grants. Public Comment Sharon Stearns made public comment thanking council for providing a letter of support to Wishbone Theatre regarding their youth funds grant application to the CBT. Kim Thorn made public comment thanking council for providing a letter of support to the CVCA, and corrected that they are applying for a social grant through CBT. Junior Osadchuk made public comment regarding the absence of a public works report this week. He also mentioned that council should not be waiving variance application fees, unless they intend to do so for everyone. He informed council they didn’t explain who the Canoe Valley Community Association, or Wishbone Theatre were when discussing providing them both with letters of support. For More Information To clear up anything mentioned in these notes, please contact Donalda Beeson at The Valley Sentinel, at donalda@ thevalleysentinel.com. For more information, concerning anything mentioned at the council meetings please contact the Village Office and note that, as always, the public is more than welcome to attend these meetings, as well as make a delegation or public comment, on the second and Valemount fourth Tuesdays of every Learning month at 7 p.m. sharp in Centre the Village of Valemount Valemount 250-566-4601 Council Chambers. Learning Centre LOCAL JOB 250 566 4601 LOCAL JOB POSTINGS POSTINGS
Grounded in the Rockies: Three Day Yoga Weekend
Updated April 24,2013
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By DONALDA BEESON Contributor
As the veil of winter lifts and our hearts begin to flutter with spring, take this opportunity to ground yourself before the rush of summer arrives. From May 3 to 5, you can engage your mind, body and soul in an authentic weekend of asana, chanting, meditation, pranayama, music and dance in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Grounded in the Rockies is a three-day yoga weekend spearheaded by Andrea Quick and Silvie Walsh of Ever After Events, Mountain Park Lodges and Jasper’s River Stone Yoga Studio. The event will take place in Jasper—a natural place to rejuvenate the soul while relaxing with peaceful scenery and abundant wildlife. With 15 certified yoga instructors—from near and far—this weekend offers a unique opportunity to escape and re-energize. With 31 class and SUBMITTED PHOTO workshop choices, there is something for everyone and every skill level, $489 per person for the weekend. For more information, contact Mountain including workshops combining yoga with hiking and mountain biking. Visit their website at www.groundedintherockies.com for detailed Park Lodges: Phone: 1-780-852-2516. Toll free: 1-888-852-7737. E-mail personality and instructor bios, along with full class descriptions. When yoga@mpljasper.com. Enquire about children and youth workshops, as well as a locals’ option you book, you will have the opportunity to build your own curriculum and at the River Stone Yoga Studio, by e-mailing Steph Sophocleous at info@ schedule. On Saturday, May 4, at 6:30 p.m. you are given the additional option of riverstoneyogajasper.ca. The organizers are also seeking local vendors to sell their goods and a dinner and a movie at Marmot Lodge, featuring the documentary Yoga services at the event. Please contact Andrea at andrea@jaspereverafterevents. Unveiled. Limited advance tickets are available at $30 per person. Later that evening, enjoy kirtan band, Shakti Deva. Their website com or by phone at 780-883-0451 for more information. describes them as “a group of spiritually dedicated souls who have come together to share their musical abilities to produce a form of music called kirtan.” This complimentary portion of the weekend will take place both Friday and Saturday evenings in the Forrest Rooms at the Amethyst Lodge. Saturday night you may also choose to try a Living Cuisine Dinner at Chateau Jasper. This exquisite, raw-food dinner is being presented in collaboration with Noorish Conscious Eatery. Executive Chef Colleen Ast will speak about the each of the four courses. Owner Sheniz Kassam will highlight the benefits of conscious eating and a raw food diet. Advanced tickets are $70 per person. 433 Main St, McBride, BC A Grounded in the Rockies Yoga Retreat Package costs
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EDDY ROAD, MCBRIDE
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4706 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD, MCBRIDE • Spectacular sunset views • 9 acres - creek, waterfall, trails Beautiful property with immaculate 3 bdrm home • Minutes from McBride
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2555 PINE ROAD, VALEMOUNT • 6.15 acres minutes from Valemount • 3 bdrm with full walk out basement • Like new, built in 2006 • Studio suite and 2 car garage
1112 4TH AVE, VALEMOUNT • Over 1100 sq ft • Lots of updates • Large heated shop • Excellent condition
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4227 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD, MCBRIDE • 5 acres - sunny exposure, small creek • Large country home - 4 bdrm 2 bath • Hot tub, decks & great views • Good condition, minutes from McBride
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