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Including the communities of Valemount, McBride, Dunster, Tete Jaune, Blue River, Mount Robson, Crescent Spur and Dome Creek

Incorporated! goat crossing - Page 2

SASHA LEWIS - Page 7

FIRST PRIZE- Page 8

“Sign Here!”

As the other founding members wait their turn, Kim Thorn puts the first signature to the incorporation document that officially formed the Canoe Valley Community Association on March 23rd 2011 at the Village Council Chambers in Valemount.

Photo by Andrea Scholz

Daniel Betts Editor

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HOMECOMING - Page 9

Weather WEDNESDAY High: 7°C Low: -1°C Details pg 14

n March 23rd in the Valemount Village Council Chambers, the Canoe Valley Community Association, formally known as “Hub Club” was incorporated with a signing by its founding members. The association name is not written in stone and the “hub” component and main purpose of the society will likely have a

INSIDE: Opinion............................pg 4 Community Calendar..... pg 6 Classifieds..................... pg 12

different public name. Initial interim directors were chosen until a formal general meeting and elections can be conducted. The interim Directors are: John Grogan, Kim Thorn, Marie Birkbeck, Gloria Fortowsky and Peter Fox. Initially there was a brief review of the society’s name, statement of purpose, provisions and bylaws before the historic signing took place. The quorum size was reduced from seven to five as it was felt it would be easier

Activities.........................pg 14 Weather..........................pg 14 Real Estate......................pg 16

to fill a smaller quorum. Following the signing there was some discussion on various grant applications, which needed to be completed in a timely manner. The society briefly discussed the costs and requirements of possibly hiring a Coordinator and an assistant. Interim Director, John Grogan made a presentation of his findings in regard to available business space for either rent or purchase in which the Continued on Page 13 society would

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upfront

General Election Called for May 2nd Daniel Betts Editor

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n Saturday March 26th, Prime Minister Stephen Harper visited the residence of the Governor General of Canada, David Johnston to dissolve parliament following the Conservative’s government’s defeat in a non-confidence vote held on Friday.

On May 2nd Canadians will return to the polls for the fourth time in just seven years for a general election.

The House of Commons voted 156 to 145 to carry a motion that the government was being in contempt of parliament. Both the Bloc Quebecois and the New Democratic Party supported the Liberal Party’s non-confidence motion. For the first time in Canadian history a parliamentary committee issued the government a contempt ruling stating that the Conservative’s minority government had hidden the full spending costs of its programs.

Despite allegations of corruption by the opposition, early polls are already suggesting the Conservatives may not only win the May election but may even gain some seats.

What are our choices on May 2nd? Here is what we know so far: Prince George-Peace River (Dunster, McBride, Crescent Spur) Prince George-Peace River riding has been without representation since October 2010 when Conservative MP Jay Hill retired and stepped down. It was only recently that a new Conservative Candidate, Bob Zimmer was chosen to replace Jay Hill and had there not been the call of a general election the riding would have been going to the polls in a by-election in mere weeks.

Lois Boone is the NDP candidate and has already been on the campaign trail for weeks. Following the election announcement on Saturday, Boone stated, “Five months after the resignation of Jay Hill, the citizens of Prince George - Peace River can now finally elect an MP to represent their interests. The fact that Stephen Harper didn’t call a by-election sooner goes to show that he wanted to play partisan games and go to the polls in a general election rather than work with Jack Layton to implement the reasonable and affordable proposals of the New Democrats that would have helped Northerners and their families.”

Hilary Crowley is the Green Party candidate and this will be her fifth federal election campaign. She is a physiotherapist who lives in Summit Lake.

Ben Levine is expected to be the Liberal Party candidate for the riding. “The Conservatives have taken for granted that they would have a person elected in Prince George-Peace River, and they continue to have that attitude that they don’t have to pay serious attention to the riding,” said Levine.

Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo (Tete Jaune, Valemount, Blue River) Cathy McLeod is our current representative in Ottawa and Conservative Party candidate. McLeod made the following statement on Saturday, “I look forward to the next 36 days on the campaign trail. Watching the events that have unfolded in countries like Egypt, Libya and Bahrain, we have all been reminded of how precious our democratic freedoms are. The freedom to peacefully disagree and engage in open debate with political opponents and the freedom to cast your ballot for the candidate of your choosing. I encourage everyone to have your say on Election Day.” Michael Crawford is the NDP Candidate and at the start of his campaign on Saturday stated, “Harper broke his promise to Canadians that he was going to clean up Ottawa and make Parliament work” said Crawford. “Instead we have seen the Conservatives become as secretive and scandal-plagued as the Liberals they replaced. Canadians are looking for a leader they can trust. Over the next five weeks NDP leader Jack Layton and I will be working hard to share our practical ideas with Canadians that will produce results for seniors, increase the number of health care professionals and make life more affordable.”

Murray Todd is the Liberal Party Candidate and began his campaign prior to the contempt of parliament vote that occurred on Friday. He is planning to visit the Valley within the next couple of weeks to talk to Valley residents.

Donovan Cavers is the Green Party Candidate and owns the Conscientious Catering, which won the greenest business award in 2010 by the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce.

Look for candidate profiles and the announcement of All Candidates Forums in both Valemount and McBride in future issues of The Valley Sentinel.

Coronary Health Improvement Project Information Sessions on April 10 at the McBride SDA church (downstairs), and on April 12, 13 & 14 at the McBride Secondary School (room 142).

Program Sessions begin April 18 and end May 16 at the McBride Secondary School (room 142).

Information and Program Sessions both begin at 7 PM An Outstanding Educational Experience for Those Who Have or Wish to Avoid: Heart Disease High Blood Pressure Adult Onset Diabetes High Cholesterol Obesity

250-968-4493 “Health by Choice, Not by Chance”

“Goat Crossing”

Former Editor of The Valley Sentinel, Joshua Estabrooks, was dogsledding around Small River on Tuesday, March 22nd when this mountain goat unexpectantly appeared and just as quickly fled.

Photo by Joshua Estabrooks

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Local News

Detached Secondary Suites a possibility in Valemount Donalda Beeson Contributor

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strategic plan action item in the 2010 Official Community Plan indicated that the Village of Valemount should look at finding other methods for low income housing and increase the capability of senior housing. The Village opted to proceed with the legislative process to change the Zoning Bylaws and Official Community Plan to allow Valley residents in Valemount to build detached secondary suites on larger pieces of properties, generally over .5 acres.

To that end, on Tuesday March the 23rd 2011, council held a Public Hearing and gave a third reading to Village of Valemount Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 660, 2011 to add the Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone. The change initially came about by way of a letter to council from Valley resident Rhondi Hurlbut who requested that Council look at the fea-

sibility of allowing her to build a secondary suite or detached multiple dwelling on her property. The letter was first reviewed by Council at their June 22nd 2010 meeting and voted on it at their September 14th meeting, where they decided to go ahead and waive the $450 bylaw change fee.

Compact housing is definitely one way to keep the costs of living down, and right now the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation is offering financial assistance for anyone wishing to build a secondary suite for low-income seniors or adults with a disability. Even with the ten new Seniors Housing units in Valemount, there is still a waiting list for units in Valemount, and allowing the detached secondary suites is one way of addressing the issue.

For Hurlbut the prospect of being able to build a detached suite so her mother can live independently on her property is important. This amendment will likely benefit other locals, as well as diminish

our eco-footprint.

At last year’s Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) meeting in Whistler, Valemount council members attended a Seminar on “Making Homeownership More Affordable in B.C.” where both Valemount and McBride were mentioned by Minister Coleman (Housing and Social Development) as being leaders in Senior’s Housing. They discussed Senior’s housing, laneway or gateway housing, secondary suites, rental housing, density housing and ways to streamline regulations. It would seem this local issue is now being addressed.

Returning Loaned Medical Equipment Public Service Announcement Press Release

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he Canadian Red Cross would like to thank the residents and Health Care Professionals from the communities of McBride and Valemount for their diligence in returning their medical equipment that is on loan from the Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP).

Red Cross Community Relations Coordinator for the Northern BC Region, Savannah Westgarde explains: “The communities of McBride and Valemount have been very supportive of the change of service that took place in December 2010. We are working in conjunction with the local Health Care Professionals at the McBride and District Hospital to provide an increased inventory of medical equipment to the Robson Valley. It has been very successful and

we feel that we have been able to provide a better quality of service by utilizing the Northern Health Connections Bus and shipping equipment directly from Prince George.”

The Red Cross is still providing a small emergency supply of equipment through the McBride and District Hospital. Anyone who has overdue pieces of Red Cross medical equipment is requested to return the equipment to the Prince George Red Cross.

Equipment can be shipped free of charge on the Northern Health Connections Bus that is operated weekly from both McBride and Valemount.

People can call Northern Health Connections at 1.888.647.4997 to book a space for the equipment and then meet the bus at the required time. Returning pieces of medical equipment ensures that people who are recovering from illness or injury are able to access the equipment when they need it the most.

For further questions regarding medical equipment returns or to find out more about the Canadian Red Cross in your community call 1.800.278.7177 or go online to www.redcross.ca

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VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT 5 Year Financial Plan Preparation OPEN HOUSE April 5, 2011 @ 7:00 pm Council Chambers 735 Cranberry Lake Road

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All interested members of the public are invited to attend the Open House. This Open House is an information meeting regarding the Village of Valemount’s Procedure Bylaw, 5 Year Financial Plan and Budget.

For those who are interested and/or unable to attend the Open House, you may pick up a copy of the above mentioned at the Municipal Office during business hours from March 28 - April 5, 2011.

Lori McNee Director of Finance

call for project submissions Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Programs The Village of Valemount is now accepting project proposals for funding consideration from Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Programs. Project evaluation criteria and application forms are available from: • Village office at 735 Cranberry Lake Road • Village website at www.valemount.org • CBT website at www.cbt.org For more information about preparing your project proposal or to receive an application form by mail call Sandy Salt at 1.250.566.4435.

Deadline for project submissions is 4:30 p.m., Monday, April 11, 2011. Late applications are not eligible. All applicants will be required to present their proposals at a public meeting on April 19, 2011.

Administered and Managed by: Village of Valemount 735 Cranberry Lake Road PO Box 168, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 Ph: 250.566.4435

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THE VALLEY

OPINION

Serving the Robson Valley since 1986

Reach The Valley Sentinel at: 250.566.4425 or 1.800.226.2129 • Email: editor@thevalleysentinel.com • Fax: 250.566.4528

» DAVE MARCHANT

» VIEWPOINT Daniel Betts editor@thevalleysentinel.com

Here we go again

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ust as predicted, the Canadian Government was taken down by a vote of non-confidence in the House of Commons last Friday and Canadians will go to the polls for the fourth time in seven years. Already, candidates have mobilized their campaigns and we will soon be inundated with platforms and sales pitches; all part of a treasured democratic process that many brave heroes lost their lives to create and maintain. Yes, elections are costly and yes we have had far more elections in recent history than usual. However we don’t have to surf the web or television stations for very long to see why it is important that we have these choices available to us. Even as you read this column somewhere in the world someone is fighting to maintain their right to live while looking down the barrel of a gun. I would much rather endure the inconvenience of an election to preserve my rights and freedoms than strap weapons and armour to my body and march out onto a battlefield; although I would do so if the need called for it.

Whether we like it or not we are once again presented with important choices in regard to representation in Ottawa. I feel it is important to note that this election call is the result of the minority government’s failure to maintain stability. Politics is a messy business and involves as much strategy as war; perhaps that is why they use the word “campaign.” Are we facing an election because the opposition is picking on the ruling party and saw an opportunity? Or did the ruling party see an opportunity to solidify power and created circumstances which left the opposition no choice? Why blatantly keep information from record at a critical moment?

With the Conservative Party already ahead in the polls why would the opposition force the government to collapse if they merely wanted a fight at taxpayers expense?

Here in our Valley, far removed from the political manoeuvrings and closed board room doors of Ottawa, we get to feel the indifference of decisions made based upon statistics that have little to do with our situation. However, we are still Canadians and we have a right to representation and we have a right to have our voices heard in Ottawa. I ask that all Valley residents carefully consider all the candidates and on May 2nd make a choice for the best representative for our Valley in Ottawa. This isn’t about the political careers of party leaders; this is about the future of the Valley.

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Legion Offers More Dear Editor, Thank goodness for the news media. If I hadn’t been watching the BC news on the TV, I would have missed the person who paid $125,000 at an auction for Kate Middleton’s dress that she fashioned some years ago. This news feature came right after the news about Japan and how many people didn’t have enough to eat. It made me wonder about all the suffering in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Libya, Haiti, and many other places and how $125,000 would have helped relieve a little trauma instead of the purchase of a yard of mosquito netting with the ends sewn together to make a see-through dress. I hope it was a woman who bought it.

It’s guaranteed that you can purchase more for five bucks at the Legion auction on April 9, get a little change, a laugh or two, and be assured that money will get sent to Japan to relieve some suffering or spent in the community on Veterans as-

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Letters Illegal Dumping - A New Low

Town Hall Meeting Dear Editor:

Dear Editor On Sunday March 27, I drove down to the West Canoe bride at 1 KM. I had planned to take a few pictures, go for a walk and perhaps wet a line.

To my horror the beautiful scene from the bridge looking south down the reservoir was not like I remember.

Someone had thrown a couch and two side chairs off the bridge into the Canoe River. While I Furniture dumped into the Canoe River Photo by Wayne Van Veltzen have seen garbage in the bush before this represented a new low in disgusting behaviour.

This is not only an insult to the environment it’s an insult to all who love and respect the natural world.

DO YOU RECOGNIZE THESE ITEMS, DO YOU KNOW WHO MAY BE RESPONSIBLE. The two side chairs are wine coloured while the couch is a gold / tan colour.

If so, please let the conservation officer service know by reporting this violation to: 1-877-952-7277 Wayne Van Velzen Valemount, B.C.

I’d like to call attention to the fact that our community still does not have a major industry. Some people in our town are working for minimum wage, have two jobs, others are working away from home. When will this end?

Talking to people in our community you hear anger, frustration, fear, worst of all, loss of hope! Why don’t we sit down as a community with our elected representatives, in a civil forum and discuss all the issues that are concerning us. Let them know what we feel should be the top priorities for 2011/2012. Ask them if there is something we can do for our community.

Working together accomplishes more than working alone.

Deeply concerned about our community, Hollie Blanchette - Valemount

Eco-Sensitivity on Fraser River Dear Editor: This is concerning the Village of McBride’s eco-sensitive wastewater treatment project.

When is it eco-sensitive to put a wastewater treatment system on the flood plain of the Fraser River? Before the existing lagoon was in use in 1972 it was completely flooded and this Valemount high water was not as high as in 1948 or 1936.

It seems strange to me that the people of the ValLearning ley were saddled with a hazardous land study and Centre yet the Village of McBride can put their sewer onto a 250-566-4601 vulnerable area. In addition, as the river is cutting its way toward it [wastewater treatment project], from above the bridge, in a few years it could be in the LOCAL JOB middle of the river.

LOCAL JOB POSTINGS POSTINGS

Democracy First Dear Editor

Dave Marsh from near McBride.

 Administrative

I think we are broke or at least badly bent so we can’t afford anymore wars. It would be a treat to try peace for a change and maybe even democracy. We are supposed to be a democratic country; maybe we could be this first.

Valemount Learning Centre

Margaret McKirdy

Bookkeeper/Administration Position Valemount Learning Centre

Pretty Damn Sad Dear Editor It has taken me a while to sit down and write this letter because I have been terribly busy, and I was also gone for a while. When I got back and was going through my mail and opened up the letter from the Village and it almost gave me another heart attack.

I knew the water was going up the sewer bill just blew me away. Now, supposedly, our property taxes are going up.

Mr. Mayor, that is a heck of a lot more than “paying for it.” You should be able to pay off those town projects in under a year, but regardless, you

can bet those taxes will never come down.

When you look at McBride’s upgrades, their taxes only went up 5%.

That is pretty damn sad.

You didn’t even take into consideration the seniors in the village, and how it was going to impact those people!

We are having a hard enough time as it is, what with the higher gas and food prices.

With these higher taxes we are getting it at both ends! Usually we like a bit of “loving,” if you know what I mean.

You are saying this is a tourist town. What has tourism done for us since the mill went

down? We have lost over 400 people and they are still leaving. Tourism hasn’t done too much for us. Your top priority should be getting some kind of industry in town, not tourism. It is time to get your heads out of your…(Oops, maybe I should say, get your heads out of the sand.)

If you want to confront me on this letter, please do! But some how I doubt that. I find that when people don’t confront you, then it must mean that you are telling the truth.

Morris Turmel – Valemount

Updated Mar 30, 2011 Updated Mar. 30, 2011

20 - 35 hours per week Benefits after 3 month probationary period We are looking for a team player with a great attitude!

Do you have…

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Post Secondary Accounting Education Bookkeeping experience Proficiency in Simply Accounting, Excel and Word A positive attitude and a desire to be part of a great team

If so, then we would like to meet you!

Please mail, email or drop off resume and cover letter to: Riette Kenkel, Manager Valemount Learning Centre PO Box 789 99 Gorse Street, Valemount, V0E 2Z0 Email: manager@valemountlearningcentre.org Applications will be accepted until Monday, April 4, 2011 at 4:30 pm

Assistant

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Cashier Chambermaids (7) Cook / Chef (3) Front Desk (5) Housekeepers (3) Motel Managers (Couple) Paramedic/EMR Part Time Housekeeper Photo Journalist Servers (7) Specialty Cook (International Cuisine)

 Store Clerk  Visitor Information Counsellor

Front desk staff can give youhere detailed information We are to help.

Please about each of these including info callpostings, or drop in.

For more on how to submit your information on these jobs application for these jobor opportunities. For more other information employment assistance about these

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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

The Community Theatre – An Evening With David Bouchard

Wednesday, March 30th - 7:00pm – 9:00pm Sought-After Public Speaker and Author of over 40 best-selling books, he promotes and shares his Metis aboriginal culture. Invited by Columbia Basin Trust Alliance for Literacy and Valemount Public Library Fund-raising concession during intermissions. No charge for this event.

Romancing the Robson

March 30th - 7PM Dunster Fine Arts School This is a fundraiser for the school. Adults $10 and children $7. Slightly different performance with some of the kids from the school acting as well.

Valemount Curling Club Loggers Bonspiel April 1,2,3 Anyone welcome, you don’t have to be a logger to play!

Call Diana 250-566-9974 or Gerry 250-566-4659

McBride & District Chamber of Commerce –

Loggers Bonspiel

March 31st, April 1st,2nd & 3rd Roadside Splinter will be hosting the dance and tickets are for FREE for Curlers – call today and get your team together for a fun time To register a team or donate prizes call Danielle 250569-2304

Sasha Lewis Performs with Seth and Shara Thursday April 7th at 7:30 pm Valemount Curling Club Lounge Saturday April 9th at at 7:30 pm - Dunster Festival Site Tickets are $12 at the door. For more information contact Shara at 250-968-4411

Valley Society’s Violence Prevention Programs- Benefit Performance

V-Day, “A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant & A Prayer” Friday, April 8th Pre-vent, 7:00pm, Performance 8:00pm $15/person, $25/couple Tickets available at Countrywide, 1160, 5th Avenue, Valemount

Valemount Legion Branch #266 – Annual Fundraising Auction

Saturday, April 09th- 1:00pm Lunch available by the Ladies Auxiliary Donations graciously accepted To donate call Les Dammann - 250-566-4406 Proceeds to Legion supported local charities/causes

Date Night-Dinner and Program Monday, April 25th at 6 pm at the Best Western Sponsored by Christian Men’s Breakfast $25 per couple RSVP by April 18th - 250 566-8262-Ted Tickets Available at Infinity Craft Fair @ E-Free Church - McBride

Saturday, April 30th - 10AM to 3 PM No cost for tables. Contact Lorrie 250-968-4491

Beading Classes at Odds N Ends

Every Saturday & Sunday for the month of April Saturdays, 10:00am – noon Sundays, Noon – 2:00pm Everyone Welcome!

ONGOING EVENTS Valemount MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 am Golden Years Lodge • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Co-ed from 7-8:30 pm • Lions Bingo 1st & 3rd Mon, at Lions Hall, doors open 6pm, everyone welcome.

• Valemount Children’s Activity Centre Board Meeting 2nd Mon. 7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door).

• Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion. tuesdays: • adult recreational vollyball 7 - 9pm.

Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Suzanne Bloodoff @ 250 566-9979 • Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm, council chambers. Everyone welcome.

• Ladies Auxiliary #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3pm in Valemount Legion.

WEDNESDAYS: • Public Library Board Meeting Every 2nd Wed. 5 pm Downstairs at the library.

• Mcbride community forest Open meeting first Wednesday of the month. McBride Village Council Chambers 7 pm • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Ladies Kickboxing & Fitness 7-8:30 pm • valemount seniors music night 7-9 pm Golden Years Lodge • TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. 7:30-9:30PM at the Best Western

THURSDAYS: • Adult Recreation Badminton. Thurs at 7pm in th Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Jamie @250 566-4656 • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 pm Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458.

• Chamber of Commerce General Meeting 2nd Thurs of the month @ 12pm at the Learning Centre • Saddle & Wagon Club Meeting 3rd Thurs. 7 pm 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs of every month at 7pm downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge.

FRIDAYS: • VALEMOUNT LEGION Friday Night dinners starting at 5 pm SATURDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Open Mat from 9-11 am • Valemount circle dance. For more info please contact 250 566-1782 SUNDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Kids class from 6-7 pm.

Tete Jaune Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7pm at the Tete Jaune Hall.

DUNSTER DUNSTER WINTER MARKET Saturdays from 11:30 am -1 pm

McBride MONDAYS: • Alanon 8pm at the Health Unit tuesdays: • TOPS Tues. 6:45 pm weigh-in, 7:15 pm meeting.

Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome.

Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • Village Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues,7:30 pm, Village Council Chambers.

WEDNESDAYS: • Diabetes Support Group 1st Wed, 1 pm at Beaverview Lodge & Sat.10 am -12 pm, 441 Dominion St 569-2658 / 569-0113 • Support Group For Families Dealing With Mental Health Problems Last Wed every month 7:30 pm @ McBride Health Centre more info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347 • Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild Every other Wednesday. 7:00 pm in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 5693210.

• LEGION AUXILLIARY BINGO First and Third Wednesday of the month at McBride Library.

THURSDAYS: • OAPO Stitch & Knit Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 pm, Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 SUNDAYS: • Alcoholics Anonymous Every Sun, 8 pm at the Health Unit.

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entertainment

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Sasha Lewis Joins Seth and Shara on April 7th and 9th finding peace and perseverance through the art of music makes her charming but yet raw and authentic stage performance a delight. Leaving you humming the catchy distinct tunes to yourself. Sasha soothes and unites her audience with laughs and tears with some room to dance or tap your toes to.

Recently Sasha has made it to the top 6 finalists in the BCMI People’s Choice Awards! Continuing to expand her musical horizons as an artist with a story to be heard, look for more great things to come from this acclaimed powerhouse singer/songwriter.

“Mamaguroove”

Seth and Shara is ready to test drive the Valemount Curling Club, the newest live music venue in the Valley.

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SASHA LEWIS http://www.sashalewis.com/ Hailing out of the small village of Dunster, tucked away in the mountains of Canada BC, comes rock/ roots folkstress Sasha Lewis. Possessing a powerful range and presence Lewis has honed her distinctive songwriting abilities into a unique style that arises out of her life story. With edgy vocals and thoughtful lyrics, she hits all the right emotions and pulls at the heart strings. Having a strongly developed background within her craft she has attracted a genuine and ever growing fan base of supporters who have followed her since the first strum on her guitar and stroke of her pen.

Now relocated in Salmon Arm, B.C Sasha is busy working on career development prospects, and promotional opportunities to further her career from the foundation she has already built by her own right. “Rooted” her debut album is already getting much radio play on many stations across Canada including CBC. Supported by independent distribution world wide for sales has been a step up to sustaining her longevity career as a recording artist and attracting international buzz. From touring and performing continuously has helped Sasha stay connected to her old and new budding fans.

Drawing strength from the deepest depths and

SETH & SHARA www.myspace.com/mamaandtheguru Seth Macdonald and Shara Gustafson, better known as the front line of the funk/rock/reggae/ world groove high energy dance band “Mamaguroove”, born and raised in Dunster, B.C. have ventured into new musical territory. With an acoustic twist, and heavily influenced by latin, folk, jazz, and other roots music, they create powerful and passionate performances as a duo.

The thread of the “guroove” runs deep, and you will not be dissapointed by the fusion and spell that they weave.... Powerhouse vocals, incredible harmonies, intricate guitar arrangements, percussion, a wee bit of keyboards, and thought provoking lyrics, in all genres of styles, makes for a rich aurally pleasurable experience.... Seth and Shara are also the head organizers of the “Robson Valley Music Festival” that happens in their front yard in Dunster every August. They are seasoned music makers and music lovers.

Two venues to choose from: Catch this double bill concert in your Valley and come to the Inaugural Test Drive of Valemount’s Newest Live Music Venue at the Valemount Curling Club on Thursday, April 7th . Doors at 7:30 .Show at 8:00. $12 @ the door.

Catch them for an intimate performance at Seth and Shara’s house in Dunster (Festival Site) on Saturday, April 9th. Doors at 7:30. Show at 8:00 $12 at the door. More info call Shara at 250 968 4411.

Book Review: City of Bones Keana Nisbet Contributor

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ity Of Bones is the first in Cassandra Clare’s Mortal Instruments series, and one of my favorites. When fifteen-year-old Clary Fray goes to the all ages Pandemonium Club, she witness’s a murder, and she is the only person who can see the three people who committed it. When she meets the Shadowhunters, warriors dedicated to ridding the earth or Demons, she has no idea how much her life is about to change. Jace, one of the Shadowhunters, saves her life when she is attacked by a Demon, and in less than twenty-four hours, Clary is pulled into Jace’s world of Demon Slaying. Why did Clary suddenly get the Sight? Will her life ever go back to normal?

I like The City Of Bones because it is full of surprises, action, modernized warlocks, a little romance, and a betrayal.

I give this book a 10 out of 10.

The City of Bones is available at the Valemount Public Library and McBride & District Public Library.

“Riding into Town”

Sasha Lewis is eager to return to the valley and perform.

Photo Submitted

Mica Mountain Transport Overnight service from Edmonton, Kamloops & Kelowna Service to Hinton, Jasper and The Robson Valley

Phone Jim or Chris Morris (250) 566-9907 or (250) 566-1179

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NOTES FROM ALL OVER Notes from All Over Donalda Beeson contributor

Valemount Legions Annual Fundraising Auction Next Saturday April the 9th the Valemount Legion Branch #266 is having their Annual Fundraising Auction. It will be at 1:00 p.m. Lunch will be made available by the Ladies Auxiliary. Donations are graciously accepted; please call Les Dammann at 250-566-4406. All proceeds will go towards supporting all the various local charities and causes that the Legion supports each year, so come out and support your Legion!

The Best of the Best Governance Workshop On Saturday April the 16th the Valemount and Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting, The Best of The Best Governance Workshop. Registration is $25.00 per person and includes lunch. Anyone is welcome to attend this workshop but there is limited seating available so call 250-566-0061 to register today.

Toastmasters Speech Contest On Saturday April the 2nd at 10:00 a.m. at the Best Western Valemount there will be a Toastmasters Speech Contest, and lunch is included for only $20!

Zumba Fitness The Latin inspired calorie burning dance workout, Zumba Fitness, is here in Valemount starting Monday, April the 11th, from 7 -8 p.m. and costs $50 for six weeks of Monday’s, or $10 on a drop in basis for a maximum of five spots.

Swimming at the Premiere Mountain Lodge Coming soon the Premiere Mountain Lodge is making their newly renovated pool and hot tub available to the public. Check at the front desk for times and prices.

Sasha Lewis with Seth and Shara April the 7th at the VALEMOUNT - Valemount Curling Club Lounge April the 8th at the JASPER Legion April the 9th in DUNSTER at Seth & Shara’s House McBride Spring Fling Craft Fair Mark your calendars because April the 30th, the McBride “Spring Fling” Fair will be happening from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the McBride E-Free Church.

For more information or to reserve your vendor table you are invited to contact Lorrie Bressette at 250-968-4491.

Community and Recreation Grants The Regional District of Fraser Fort-George approved the following Community and Recreation Grants: $6000 to the Dome Creek Community Association for foundation improvements to the hall $350 to McBride Secondary School for a Forum for Young Canadians $500 to the Robson Valley Arts and Culture Council for the Fraser Heritage Festival $2000 to Valemount Secondary School for team travel expenses $3500 to VARDA for the Mountain Host Program Columbia Basin News 2011 Summer Works Program Information Now Available Applications for the Columbia Basin Summer Works Program are now being accepted, for more information call 1-877-489-2687 ext 3644 or go to www.cbt. orgésummerworks.

The Valley Sentinel editor Daniel Betts presents the 1st prize of the Creative Writing Competition to winner Rebecca Lerch.

Photo by Andrea Scholz

writing position, pending notification to the NDIT of the person hired.

2011 Economic Development Capacity Building Funding The Northern Development Initiative Trust awarded the Village of Valemount up to $30,000 to support the community in its efforts to develop the local and regional economy.

Blue River 20 Years Ago and 45 Years Ago Did you know that it was 45 years ago now that the necessary capital was finally raised to be able to erect a TV satellite on Avola Mountain, bringing television to Blue River and Avola!

Did you know that it was 20 years ago now that the first ever Blue River Natural Luge Canada Cup and Winter Carnival was hosted by the Blue River Alpine Club, in which Wolfgang Schrottner was awarded the best time in the senior men’s category!

Youth Invited to Apply for $2,000 Awards Columbia Basin students graduating from high school are invited to apply for the CBT’s Youth Community Service Awards, valued at $2,000. It is awarded based on volunteer community service rather than academic standing, but hurry up; submittal deadline is April 15th, 2011.

Jasper National Park Designated the World’s Largest Dark Sky Preserve Basically Jasper is one of the Canada’s southwest area’s which is least polluted by light, making it a “dark sky preserve”, which according to Environment Minister Peter Kent, is “an area where no artificial lighting is visible and the natural glow of the stars dominates the landscape.” Jasper, at only 11,228 square-kilometres, just happens to be the only preserve in the country, which the entire town is wholly within its boundaries! The stargazing Mecca is especially appealing to the south of town, and apparently Parks Canada will be working to enforce “strict lighting guidelines” to protect and “maintain its special designation,” as a dark sky preserve.

Northern Development Initiative Trust Funding Awarded 2011 Grant Writing Support Funding The Northern Development Initiative Trust awarded the Village of Valemount for Community Forests a rebate grant of $7,500 towards a community grant

DJ Tiesto with Harwell in Prince George Quite possibly the world’s most famous DJ is coming to Prince George. Tiesto will be playing with Hardwell on April the 27th, 2011 at the CN Centre. You can get tickets at ticketmaster!

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Community HEALTHY LIVING

Avoiding the Bug Amber Stayer Contributor

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t seems when the seasons are a changing everywhere you go someone is ill. Is this true or do you just have a germ phobia?

Well, it is possibly true so don’t check yourself in just yet. The medical theory is that our bodies are used to functioning at a certain temperature and when the seasons change our bodies are forced to re-adapt. This includes the immune system which makes us vulnerable to bacteria and viruses. During winter there is less exposure to fresh air and more exposure to germs so you can expect that after 4 months of frosty cold weather there will be some germs waiting for the “right” time to attack.

Now it’s proper to share but keep the germs to yourself. If you are ill and you can stay home, please do so. Some simple ways to avoid contracting ill-

ness are to wash your hands regularly, keep your hands and foreign objects away from your face until cleaned, wash your work station regularly if you work in an office setting, exercise, get a good night’s sleep, consume or supplement zinc and vitamin C. Zinc can be found in foods such as shellfish, bran cereal, beans, meat and nuts. Vitamin C can be found in fruits, vegetables and herbs. If you feel your diet may not be sufficient in the above mentioned food items you may want to consider a vitamin supplement under your pharmacist, doctor or naturopaths recommendation. Vitamins can be great friends with your body if you take them regularly and as recommended. Taking half a dozen vitamin C at the onset of illness doesn’t do all the great things you might think. Your body will send most of it straight out through your urine, if you are lucky enough not to get diarrhea, nausea, vomiting or heartburn.

Let’s pump up the natural vitamin intake with a delicious and nutritious smoothie that everyone will want to drink.

Creamy Strawberry Smoothie 1 ripe banana 1 1/2 cups frozen strawberries (10-oz. package) 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt 2 tablespoons honey Combine all ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth.

Recipe from Whole Living Feb 2011 Positive word: Nourish Green living tip: Buy local whenever you can. This will help reduce fuel usage and support your local retailers.

Suggestions or questions for upcoming Healthy Living articles can be emailed to Amber Stayer at amber.stayer@yahoo.ca

Winter is HERE! Brookfield Renewable Power would like to remind you of the dangers that exist on rivers this time of year.

Because river currents can weaken ice – especially backwater currents close to dams – it can be very dangerous to travel on rivers whether on foot, on snowmobile, on skates, on skis, or on all-terrain vehicles (ATV). Also, a dam’s control gates can be activated remotely and will cause unsafe conditions such as water level and river current changes.

Stay Safe! Brookfield Renewable Power wants to ensure that all of your outdoor recreational activities are positive and memorable experiences this winter.

For more information: 604-485-2223

“Honk if you like spring”

With the arrival of spring, Canada Geese have also arrived this week in Valemount.

Photo by Andrea Scholz

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Government

McBride Council Briefs Birgit Stutz Contributor

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he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held March 22 with Acting Mayor Rick Thompson, Councillors Irene Rejman, Loranne Martin, Mike Moseley, and Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements in attendance. Mayor Mike Frazier, Deputy Administrator/Treasurer Danielle Smith, and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine were absent.

McBride Community Foundation Martin reported that the McBride Community Foundation accepted seven out of nine grant applications, with the recipients either receiving grants of $250 or $500, for a total of $2,750.

Martin said the committee is in the process of sending letters, setting up the awards ceremony and finalizing the details for the second round of grants for 2011.

“Our biggest challenge at the moment is the number of members on the committee,” said Martin.

“We are looking to expand to seven volunteer members. They would be honorary board members,

called ‘Friends of the Foundation’.”

Melting snow continues to cause concern Clements reported that administration has received a lot of complaints about drainage issues during the snow melt.

“It is still continuing with water issues,” she said.

“We’ve also had some sewer problems at the lift station. Public Works has been very busy.”

Thompson is asking residents to be patient while the Village works through these issues.

Work at Raven Road Park continuing Clements reported that the trail work development at Raven Road Park is currently taking place.

“We are clearing the portion of the second cell of the lagoon and the wetland area as part of Phase 2,” she said.

BC Hydro Multi-Stake meeting Thompson informed Council that he will be attending the BC Hydro Multi-Stake meeting in Prince George on March 23.

Bonspiel Council received correspondence with regards to

the McBride and District Chamber of Commerce Annual Loggers Mixed Open Curling Bonspiel, which is scheduled for March 31, April 1 and April 2.

In her letter, Director of the Chamber of Commerce Dannielle Alan invited Council to sponsor the event or show support by donating prizes or cash. She also invited Council to join the bonspiel by putting a team of curlers together.

Valemount Council Briefs Donalda Beeson Contributor

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he regularly scheduled council meeting for the Village of Valemount was held on March the 22nd, 2011. Deputy Mayor Cynthia Piper sat in for Mayor Bob Smith. Councillors Bobbi Roe and Rita Tchir, and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Tom Dall attended. Councillors Murray Capstick, and Corporate Officer (CO) Sandy Salt were not in attendance.

Delegations: Council received an, in excess of 20 minutes, presentation from KPMG’s Colleen Ballantyne of the 2010 draft Village of Valemount audit findings report.

Council received a presentation from John Grogan who was concerned about providing public input into proposed bylaws; Village of Valemount Good Neighbour Bylaw #666, 2011and Village of Valemount Animal Regulation Control and Licensing Bylaw #667, 2011.

Council received a report from Dag Sharman & Ian Stacey of BC Hydro regarding their powerline vegetation management work and powerline vegetation debris management.

Correspondence for Action Council passed a motion to waive the fees for the use of the Community Hall Kitchen from 3:00 p.m. on May 6th to 11:00 a.m. May 7th, dependent on the Community Hall`s availability. The Valemount Arts and Cultural Society will be hosting the University of Alberta Mixed Choir and Bell ringers that will be performing in Valemount May 6th.

Council passed a motion to write a letter of support

to the Valemount Senior Citizens Housing Society regarding their efforts to provide Assisted Living & Palliative Care to the community.

Council passed a motion to refer to staff and respond to a letter written by Betty and Jamie Gray asking the village to think about the way it offers recreational programs for its citizens, and how it treats its community program volunteers, regarding their increasing fees to offer recreational badminton to the community on a volunteer basis.

Council passed a motion to allow staff to attend the Local Government Management Associations AGM on Wednesday May the 18th in Penticton BC. Council made a motion to refer to the Tourism Committee, a letter from Rick Hansen inviting Valemount to be a Route Community.

Council made a motion to refer to the next meeting, a letter from the Robson Valley Support Society and V-day Valemount 2011 asking council to waive the fees associated with the use of the Community Theatre, concession, and related space, for use during their V-day event to raise awareness and fundraising for local anti-violence organizations.

Council made a motion to provide 25 lapel pins to the new businesses that have set up in the past several months, as well as send a representative of the Village of Valemount to the Valemount & Area Chamber of Commerce`s Welcome Tea for New Businesses.

Council made a motion to refer to staff an agency referral form from the Regional District of FraserFort George regarding a Temporary Industrial Use Permit from Arnold Merrill, of 2785 Birch Road, Valemount.

Administrative Reports Council carried a motion to have the Mayor and CAO sign the Letter of Intent, signifying the commitment of the Village of Valemount and the Province of British Columbia to collaborate on the implementation of BizPal in Valemount.

Council carried a motion to approve the expenses for the Corporate Officer and the Public Works Superintendent to attend the TP312 Training & Airfield Maintenance Seminar and Trade Show 2011 from May 30th to June 3rd, in Leduc – Nisku Alberta.

A recommendation for Council to approve the CAO to sign the lease agreement with the Valemount Community Forest for a two-year term for the amount of $125.00 per month, and expiring on December 31st, 2012, was carried.

Council carried a motion to authorize staff to register the Village of Valemount as a participant of Continued on Page 15 Earth Hour 2011.

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Business directory “When you need us, we’re close by” NORTH THOMPSON FUNERAL SERVICES LTD. Helping you make all arrangements to honour your loved ones wishes including creamations.

Serving Robson Valley families since 2005. Ready to serve you 24 hours a day.

73 Taren Drive, Box 2404 RR2 Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N0 Telephone: 1-877-674-3030 (24 hours) www.norththompsonfuneral.com

“Your Local Mortgage Consultant”

Closed Dec 8-Jan 8

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* Pre-approvals * Purchases * Refinances * Consolidations * Rental Property *Self Employed Mortgages * New to Canada * Vacation Home Drake Smith, MSW Funeral Director

Church Mac’s Small Engine Listings Service & Repair

Debra Parker AMP Mortgage Consultant

Phone: 1-866-426-8211 Cell: 250-421-7600 Email: debra_parker@centum.ca

Looking out for your best Interest.

Call Mac Cochrane

250-968-4498

Valemount GOOD SHEPHERD ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

3rd Ave & Elm St. Phone: 1 877 314-4897 Sunday 8:30am Mon, Tues, Thurs, Sat-9am, Wed & Fri 7pm

ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH 250 566-4797

7th & Cedar, Sunday Worship 9:00 AM Licensed Property Manager * Handyman Services * Design Consulting

rusticluxury@telus.net

Delivering Fuel East to McBride

Jen Applebaum 250.566.4005 Office 250.566.1323 Cell Valemount

www.rusticluxury.com

NEW LIFE CENTRE

Construction & Vacation Home Rentals 10,000 lb crane with 54 ft reach & manbasket Bobcat w/ tracks, bucket, hoe, brush mower, grapple ICF and bracing, scaffolding Container rental, Spray foam insulation Quality stone, Window blinds Ph: 250 566 8483 shfowler@telus.net • www.wclh.com/valemount

Vanderhoof & District Co-Operative Association

For Commercial and Farm Personal Contact Where High Level of Customer Service is JOB #1

Greg Belshaw

990 Railway Road Prince George 1-866-309-2667 Office: (250) 564-3488

Vanderhoof Office Office: (250) 567-4488 Fax: (250) 567-4490 Cell: (250) 565-8436

Hill Bill Products Ltd

845 Cedarside Rd. Valemount BC Phone: 250-566-4818 or 1-866-566-4818 Fax: 250-566-4815 Cardlock and bulk plant facility Fuel truck for all your delivery needs

Valley

• Hardware & Hardware for Cabinets • Electrical and Plumbing • Ply Woods, Drywall & Roofing

Joel Steinberg P.O. Box 124, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0 250-674-0017

250-566-0007 940 Main Street, Valemount

Commercial & Home Renovations Staining of log homes • Free Estimates

1. 888. D N A. 9233

sunday - Monday Closed tuesday - Wednesday 1-5pM tHursday - friday - saturday 10aM - 5pM

VALEMOUNT COMMUNITY CHURCH Sundays 9:00 am 1275 5th Ave 250 5664772.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

250 566-9990 Praise & Worship 11am

Dunster

ROCKO’S CHURCH

Sun. 11:00 am Home group meeting at Rod & Deb Reimer’s - Brown Road, Dunster. 250 968-4335.

McBride

197 Dominion, 250 569-2606 Sun. Communion Service 11am

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

joel_valleygeo@telus.net

Hours of operation

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SERVICES

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

Rex’s Recycling

Canwest Propane Ltd.

YOUR LOCAL PROPANE PROVIDER

Sales Service 250-566-1324 Installation 1-800-424-6331

Systems

Irly Building Supplies

Sunday School 10am.

Family Worship 10:30am.

Prayer meeting Thurs 7pm 250 968-4349 or 250 5664568 Sunday-11am, Sun. School 11am

Sands Bulk Sales LTD Husky Oil Limited

DRIVER SALES REPRESENTATIVE

1247 - 1st Ave. 250-5664824

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Call liz or KiM everard at 250.566.9111

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Keep up to the news. Take out a subscription to The Valley Sentinel.

Church 569.2378 or 569.8845 1st Ave Sun 11am

Sunday School 9:45am.

ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH 441 Dominion St., 250 569.3206 or 250 569.3386.

Worship/Kids church 11:30am

SEVENTH - DAY ADVENTIST

Lamming Pit Road 250 569.3370 Sabbath School: Sat. 9:30 am, Worship Service Sat. 11am, Pathfinders Tues 7pm, Prayer Meeting Wed 7pm

MOUNTAIN CHAPEL (PAOC)

Call The Valley Sentinel at 250 566-4425

Church 569-3350 Office 569-6802 Sunday Worship 11:10am, Prayer Service Wed. 7 pm

MENNONITE CHURCH Sun. Sch. 10am Sunday Services 11am, 7:30pm Wed 7:45pm

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GTS for 20 words and $1 plus HST for each additional word. Offer valid for the following classified categories: Automotive, Campers/Motorhomes, Miscellaneous, Recreational Vehicles, Pets/Livestock, and building materials. This offer is valid for single item sales only. Your ad will run for one month then you must call to keep it running at no additional charge. Some conditions apply call for details.

Main: 250.566.4425 | Toll-free: 1.800.226.2129 | E-mail: classifieds@thevalleysentinel.com | Web: classifieds.thevalleysentinel.com AUTOMOBILES

2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Edition.

Fully loaded, automatic, bloack leather interior, 10 disc CD changer, roof rack, hitch mount, etc. $13,000.

Call 250 569-7588 JUN 30 GTS

2005 Toyota Matrix. Two sets of tires and two sets of rims, standard, $8000 obo. Call 250 566-4557

Custom Hand Split Cedar Post and Rail. Call for details. 250 569-7286 JUL 7 GTS

For Sale: A recording quality George Benson Ibanez Hollow Body Electric Guitar + case, $1000. We also have a variety of acoustic + electric guitars for sale. For more info call Deb Reimer @ 250 968-4335 SEPT 08 GTS

DEC 15 GTS

WANTED

HOLIDAY TRAILER

21’ Holiday trailer for sale.

In nice shape. Phone Mike at 250 566-4382 NOV 3 GTS

2007 Springdale Holiday Trailer, 31ft.

Brandnew, never used. Totally winterized, sleeps 8. Will sell for $21,000 or will take 16’ cargo trailer in part trade. Call 250 5664586

Looking for a 2-3 bedroom house or suite to rent in McBride starting June 1. Needs to be in town and allow pets. Contact gramma_punkin@yahoo.ca MAR 16 GTS

Wanted to buy cedar, shakewood, or cedar shake blocks. Contact Al: 403748-4529

FEB 9 GTS

APR 13

2007 Cedar Creek Fully Loaded 40 ft 5th Wheel.

Washer/Dryer, Central Vac, Winter Package, Bunks, 13,000 GVWR, gilanntra@gmail.com 39,900.00.

Two female UVIC students seek furnished house/cabin to rent for the summer (April 25th-August 31). Have references. 250-532-8087.

FEB 23 GT

FIREWOOD

Birch firewood. Logging truckload $800 - U Haul.

Call 250 569-2471 JAN 12 GTS

EMPLOYMENT

RENTALS

BUSINESS FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

MAR 23

Mature, active, hardworking couple looking for unique caretaker/housesitting or rental opportunities. Quiet, non-smoking, no pets, great references, experienced.

(250) 837-9226 APR 13

3.36” x 4”

EMPLOYMENT

Business for sale “McBride Movies & More” rental software, computer, printers, over 2,000 movies and miscellaneous. Serious offers will be considered.

Call 250-569-0400 APR 20

PUBLIC NOTICE

To whom it may concern: I, Arnold E. Merrill of Valemount B.C., will no longer be responsible for any debts on behalf of Florence M. Merrill as of Wednesday March 30, 2011.

GARAGE SALES

Anglican United Church April 9, 2011 Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chili and buns, goodies & coffee available. Donated items appreciated.

Call Joan 250-566-4270 or Gwen 250-566-4583 APR 06

New at the Valemount Public Library Adult Non-fiction

Redemption ~ Stacey Lannert Home herbal ~ Susannah Steel A woman’s guide to a healthy stomach ~Jacqueline Wolf Complete idiot’s guide to PC basics ~ Joe Kraynak The Canadian campus companion ~ Erin Millar

Junior

Lord Sunday ~ Garth Nix The tiger rising ~ Kate DiCamillo Notes from the dog ~ Gary Paulsen The Magician’s elephant ~ Kate DiCamillo And then it happened 6 ~ M. Wade

DVDs

Martian child The Walton’s season 1, 2 and 3 127 hours Lovely bones

CDs

The best of Taj Mahal Chances ~ Jill Barber Do wrong right ~ The devil makes three 2011 Grammy nominees

Careers at CBt CBT has an opening in the Castlegar office for a Manager, Operations.

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RENTALS

Furnished 2 Brdm home, 3 Bdrm home and Bachelor suites available for rent.

Short term or long term.

Call 250 566-9884.

Rental listings Valemount Real estate #002-2

JAN 5 TFN

CN Apts. 1&2 Bdrm units, $520 & $590/mth plus hydro. Juniper Manor Bachelor Suite $400 + hydro, large refurbished 2 bdrm. C/W all new floors, paint, cupboards & counters. Also laundry hookups. $590 + hydro. Call Scott at 250 566-1569 MAR 30

For Rent - 3 bedroom trailer. References required.

Damage deposit + $650/ month rent+ hydro. George 1-780-621-7171

RENTALS

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May 1st. Great family home on large fenced corner lot. 3 Bdrm + office/2 bath, storage shed & gardens. $950 Fully renovated interior! Furnished 4 bdrm - 2 bath family home. Propane/wood heat. Pet ok. $1200 Updated 3 bdrm - 1.5 bath house with attached garage. Electric/wood heat. Pet ok. $850 Mtnview Apts. No smoking, no pets, clean and quiet building. Renovated 2 bdrm $575 Bachelor - $375 Spacious basic 2 Bdrm unit in 4-plex. No Pets, No smoking. $550

Photos and details at

www.rusticluxury.com Call Jen 250-566-1323

MAR 16 TFN

Place your ad - Yard Sale Season is here!

Phone The Valley Sentinel at (250)566-4425

The 2011 Phone Books have arrived!

Drop by The Valley Sentinel Office in Valemount to pick up your free copy or stop by the following retailers: McBride: Husky, Marketplace IGA and AG Foods.

Valemount: PetroCan and IGA Foods Blue River: Husky

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ENvironment

Earth Hour 2011: Twice as Successful as 2010 Daniel Betts Editor

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Organized by the World Wildlife Federation, Earth Hour first started in Sydney, Australia in 2007 when 2.2 Million people and 2,000 businesses made a stand against climate change by switching off their lights for one hour. A year later, March 29th, 2008, Canada’s participation in Earth Hour was noteworthy far above the rest of the world with almost half the adult population and 150 cities from coast-to-coast switching off their lights.

Last year 128 countries around the globe took part in the largest voluntary action ever witnessed. Each year Earth Hour becomes more significant and has become a special time of year for many people.

In defiance of climate change, people across Canada enjoyed candlelight dinners, time with friends and family or simply went on walks during the short 60 minutes that they chose to switch off their lights.

Earth Hour is fast becoming a yearly ritual all Canadians can look forward to.

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his year, over 400 communities across Canada, including those in our Valley, joined 131 countries across the globe to make Earth Hour 2011 a substantial success. According to BC Hydro, during Earth Hour 2011 on Saturday March 26th, British Columbians saved 117-megawatt hours of electricity and reduced the provincial electricity load by 1.8 percent, which is the equivalent of turning off about 7.8 million 15-watt compact fluorescent light bulbs. This year’s Earth Hour savings were almost twice as much as 2010 which achieved 64-megawatt hours.

“We’re delighted to see the significant increase in electricity savings over last year which we believe are a result of the increased leadership and commitment of both businesses and residences. Think about it: if British Columbians who participated this year implemented the same conservation measures one hour every day for the whole year, the combined savings would power close to 4,000 homes for an entire year,” said Lisa Coltart, Executive Director of Power Smart and Customer Care. “We encourage our customers to think about how to live a little bit of Earth Hour every day and we will continue to support them with Power Smart tools and resources to help achieve this goal.”

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operate from. The society directors reviewed various options, costs and locations for the “community hub” but it is likely that a committee will be formed following the first general meeting and elections, which will formally report to the directors with recommendations on the best location.

On April 6th at 7 p.m. in the Village Council Chambers, the first official meeting of the Canoe Valley Community Association will take place and anyone interested in joining the association and participating in this exciting new non-profit society is invited to attend.

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Activities HOROSCOPE FOR THE WEEK

by MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) A revolutionary urge is on the rise. Freedom may be the simplest way to describe the feeling. Yet, you may also feel the need to remain focused and responsible. Finding freedom within structure and discipline is the sort that can lead to great achievements. Yet, are you doing what feels right and true to your heart’s desire? Such questions are leading you to ponder and perhaps wander.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) Sometimes we need to take time out to rest and re-center. Doing work behind the scenes may prove refreshing as well. This is especially true if the work is creative. Inner work is also implied.

This can include clearing limiting beliefs and self concepts. Or it can be about releasing the grip of old dreams and attachments which may be holding us back. Retreat to renew your perspectives.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) The time has come to explore new horizons and to dream new dreams. Many new realizations are following in their wake.

Experiencing a new quality of freedom is part of the plot. This includes pushing through old lines of resistance, both within and without. Acknowledging, accepting and speaking your truth are the tried and proven methods.

Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) A whole new mode of expression in the world has arrived. This includes new angles and willingness to take new leads and perhaps a few risks. These may include giving and/or receiving training of some kind. Getting to the bottom of things to activate a fresh start has the scent of spring cleaning to it. More importantly, now is a good time to be seen and heard.

Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) New philosophies, beliefs, truths and/or realizations are activating your creative spirit. You are in the mod to explore the possibilities.

This may well include collaborative efforts. Yet, deciphering your role among others may be a challenge. While a willingness to learn is ideal, being delegated to a subordinate role could be a problem.

Aim to share a creative lead.

Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Clearing the way for many new realizations to come in is a central theme now. The clearing may include clutter in your home, mind or emotions. It could also include changes in your usual routine and overall lifestyle. At best, positive returns from prior efforts are pouring in. At worst, you must put out more than usual and this may include money. Build for the future.

Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Some head on encounters on relationship fronts are stirring you up. As much as others are involved, it is the relationship with you that is really at issue. Yet, it flips back to others as well leading you to decipher what is fair for you, the other(s) and the entire situation. The key may be to explore new ways to be in relationship or to experience new ones altogether.

Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) As old roles, beliefs, and attitudes steadily dissolve, replacing them with new ones is the obvious task. Yet, this may not be so easy to do. Accepting and moving on can sometimes be more bitter than sweet. Yet, for the sake of activating a healthy start, this is what you may be compelled to do. Avoid looking back and flow with what is.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) You have entered a creative cycle. It is ushering in many changes in its wake, some of them sudden and surprising. Taking further action will prove obvious and necessary. A sporting and rebellious attitude could produce a very assertive determination.

Deciphering your next step includes gaining clarity about what is next for you in this game called life.

Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Some big and possibly dramatic shifts close to home are slated to occur now. Perhaps by choice, perhaps by necessity, a big renovation is required. You are in a determined mood and woe to anyone who stands in your way. Taking command of the situation may feel obvious, but how? The more willing you feel to give to the situation, the better.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) New perceptions, understandings, realizations and considerations are rolling in fast now. Fortunately, your energy levels are on the rise, or is it an increase flow of adrenaline? Managing a busy and varied schedule is featured. As if summoned, you are wise to answer the call of service to a higher purpose and it may not be one you chose.

Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) In order to feel confident you need to take action now.

Procrastination could prove costly. The urge to break through lines of resistance is strong for many these days; some are inner blocks and some outer. Decipher where some of your perspectives have become crystallized in order for you to feel secure. Healthy scepticism begins with our own habitual mind set.

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Economic Development Reports Council received for consideration an Economic Development Officer Report regarding solar shading systems for the Visitor Information Centre.

Council received a memo from the Economic Development Officer, informing council about the Transfer Agreement regarding the Resort Municipality Program.

Council held a Public Hearing and gave a third reading to Village of Valemount Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 662, 2011, to amend the minimum floor area of single-family dwellings.

Bylaws and Policies Council held a Public Hearing and gave a third reading to Village of Valemount Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 660, 2011, to add the following Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone in order to provide an accessory single family dwelling on larger lots within the Village of Valemount with the intention two provide affordable and special needs housing which forms part of the Village of Valemount Official Community Plan.

Council carried a motion to give a third reading to the Village of Valemount Animal Regulation, Control and Licensing Bylaw No. 667, 2011 be adopted.

Council carried a motion to reconsider and adopt Village of Valemount Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 666, 2011.

Council carried a motion to give a First, Second and Third Reading to the Village of Valemount Sewer Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 668, 2011.

Council carried a motion to give a first and second reading to Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 669, 2011.

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