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WEATHER CHANCE OF RAIN High: 8°C Low: 0°C Details page 14

Bonnie Bunny Found

PITCHING IN- PAGE 2

NEW OPTIONS - PAGE 7

MOTHER’S DAY - PAGE 9

“He’s Curly Burly, not Cutesy Curly”

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Above: Curly Hare (Scott Monroe) finds lost little Bonnie Bunnie (Rayann Flynn) while running the race and decides to leave her behind in order to win the race. McBride Centennial Elementary School students demonstrate their theatrical skills as cast members of Missoula Children Theatre’s production of “The Tortoise versus the Hare” at the Roundhouse Theatre in McBride on Saturday, May 5, 2012. Photo by Andrea Scholz

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Pitch- In 2012 Marie Birkbeck CONTRIBUTOR

alemount & Area Chamber of Commerce and Friends of Valemount teamed up on Sunday, May 6, 2012, to participate in the annual Pitch-In Campaign. Although the Pitch-In Canada Week was April 23-30, the date was changed to coincide with Village of Valemount Spring Clean-Up Week in the hopes of having more involvement. A small but enthusiastic group of volunteers gathered at the Caribou Grill and fanned out “Pitching in” onto the nearby streets and alleys to pick up On Sunday, May 6, 2012, Valemount residents including Mayor Andru McCracken (left) and Patricia Thoni (right) spent time the debris that the winter snow has kept hidden cleaning up the village. Photos by Marie Birkbeck from sight. There were no reports of any treasures or unusual items being found this year. In the four years that the Chamber has participated in PitchIn, we have noticed a marked decrease in the amount of garbage in the downtown area. The people of Valemount must be commended for being more aware of their surroundings and mitigating the negative impact garbage has on the environment and the image presented to tourists visiting our village. Get involved. Mark your calendars now and plan Canadians are living longer and costs for the Old Age Security (OAS) are rising. to be a part of the 2013 Pitch-In. ToOn April 1, 2023 the Government of Canada plans to start raising the age of gether we can make eligibility for OAS and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) from 65 to 67.* a difference!

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Starting in July 2013, Canadians who are eligible for, but not yet receiving OAS will have the flexibility to delay receiving it in exchange for a higher monthly amount at a later date.

The number of working-age Canadians for every senior is decreasing**

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Tell us your vision for the future of Valemount!

Daniel Betts EDITOR

If you missed the first meeting and workshop you still have an opportunity to make your contribution.

Canfor re-opens Radium Sawmill

In a press release on Thursday, April 26 Canfor Corporation announced the company will be proceeding with capital improvement projects totalling approximately $40 million concentrating on the Radium Sawmill located in Radium Hot Springs, B.C. commencing in May and with an anticipated fourth quarter start-up. Approximately $38.5 million will be invested in a new planer facility, the installation of a biomass energy system and modifications to the existing sawmill. The sawmill located in Canal Flats, B.C. will see the balance of the investment to improve drying capacity. “These investments are critical to support the restart of our Radium division, which was indefinitely closed in May 2009,” said Don Kayne, Canfor President and CEO. “The fibre in the Kootenay region is amongst the best in the world, and these investments will secure our ability to make top-quality products here to supply global markets.”

Let’s talk about food, water, energy, work, transportation, leisure and culture.

Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Time: 6:30 p.m. @ 9:00 p.m. Location: Valemount Lions Hall, 1100 Main Street Bring your children, there will be a kids’ corner. Learn more about Plan Valemount’s Future: www.valemount.ca/icsp and on Facebook.

We hope you will participate in building Valemount’s future!

Mills set up Safety Task Force

On Friday, May 4 the Council of Forest Industries (COFI) announced the creation of a “Safety Task Force” in the aftermath of the Babine and Lakeland fires. The task force, comprised of wood products manufacturing representatives, external scientists, insurance engineers and experts, will be mandated to quantify combustion risks related to dust from both green and dry wood. It will also identify best practices for dust mitigation from other industries that have related issues and develop an industry wide auditable standard to be utilized to provide independent assurance of mill safety. It will also create an industry-wide approach to safety inclusive of both large and small operators. “This is a significant collaborative effort to ensure that BC’s wood products manufacturers are operating to the absolute highest standards,” said West Fraser CEO Hank Ketcham. “We look forward to working with our industry colleagues to advance these important initiatives.”

British Columbia marks May 6 to 12 as Emergency Preparedness Week

Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness campaign coordinated by Public Safety Canada, in close collaboration with the provinces, territories and municipal partners. Since 1996, the campaign has served to educate Canadians of the value in emergency planning and preparedness for emergencies and disasters of all kinds. British Columbia faces many hazards, most stemming from natural disasters. While the Province works closely with other levels of government to help ensure public-safety response and emergency management, safety begins at home with individual and family preparedness. When disaster strikes, emergency workers may not reach everyone immediately, or even for several days. Families should be prepared to take care of themselves for a minimum of 72 hours. The impacts of any emergency or disaster can be lessened by knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency and by identifying the risks, having a plan and a kit prepared. During Emergency Preparedness Week, British Columbians are encouraged to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies: * Know the risks specific to your community. * Develop a family emergency plan and practise it. * Prepare emergency kits for your home and your vehicle. To learn more about how you can be prepared for a disaster, visit the Emergency Management BC website at: www.pep.bc.ca and the Public Safety Canada website at: www.getprepared.gc.ca

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ecently Kinder Morgan announced intentions to twin its current crude oil pipeline from Alberta to the west coast of British Columbia. Many can remember the economic benefits Kinder Morgan brought to the valley during their last project. Looking around our villages at the empty storefronts and the disturbingly sparse traffic it could be suggested another Kinder Morgan project couldn’t come soon enough. More jobs, traffic and residents, even if it were temporary, would certainly be welcome in our valley. However if you follow the path of the pipeline toward the coast, the expansion would cause a fivefold increase in tanker traffic in Vancouver Harbour and increase the possibility of an environmental disaster; a great concern to west coast residents. The Vancouver Park Board, Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson and many Vancouver councillors are opposed to the pipeline expansion. The City of Vancouver is considering adopting a bylaw that would make pipeline operators and oil tanker owners legally and financially responsible to the City of Vancouver and local industries in case of an oil spill. Even Terry Lake, Minister of Environment suggested Kinder Morgan would have to reassure the public of both its safety and economic benefits, something Kinder Morgan admits will require some work. It is sometimes easy to loose sight of the bigger picture, a tendency that is intensified when in the midst of a crisis. If the valley wasn’t strapped would we be able to give consideration to the residents of Vancouver to their fears? Could we envision a horrific disaster in Vancouver Harbour involving the collision of two or more super tankers and the poisoning of the environment? If our streets were bustling and business was booming would we add our voices of concern for an expansion project, which would only offer us temporary benefits, increase environmental risks and deepen the pockets of big oil? Would our mayors and councils show solidarity with the City of Vancouver and demand Kinder Morgan ensure the issue of safety is addressed. Would we as a community consider the consequences and take ownership for our part in a potential disaster should we unanimously support the project? The pipeline expansion may bring us much needed employment and economic spin-offs, which may go so far as to fill our schools with kids and expand existing business. We see ourselves as an isolated community but the oil spilling into Vancouver Harbour in the midst of an environmental disaster will be flowing under our feet in a pipeline we helped to build and expand. Considering the big picture and acknowledging concerns outside the valley has significance. Being prudent and concerned about safety and the protection of the environment demonstrates our unity with the rest of the province. Complete opposition to the project wouldn’t be necessary, but demanding safety e welcome Letters to the Editor on all subjects. and environmental We do not publish anonymous letters, so considerations on beplease include your name and contact information half of the residents of so that we can verify that you wrote the letter. All Vancouver is not unrealetters are the opinion of the writer and not The Valley Sentinel. We reserve the right to edit letters sonable. Showing Britfor length, clarity or compliance with current stanish Columbia we care dards of public taste. what happens outside ubmit your letter to the editor by emailing it our isolated valley has to editor@thevalleysentinel.com or drop by great value. The Valley Sentinel office in Valemount.

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Open letter to the Board of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Regarding: ROBSON VALLEY-CANOE DOWNSTREAM OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW NO 1948, AMENDMENT BYLAW NO 2712,2011 & ZONING BYLAW NO 833, AMENDMENT BY LAW NO 2713, 1011, given third reading at your April 19th meeting. Dear Sirs/Madams, I am writing to ask you to reconsider your position on the above-mentioned bylaws on the following grounds. You are establishing a Heavy Industrial site in a Residential/Agricultural area. You claim to have areas set aside for Commercial & Industrial sites within Area H. Are you not ignoring your industrial site development plan by a knee jerk reaction to a request to place a sawmill in this area. By doing this you establish a precedent, which will be difficult to reverse. Also you have stated that Tourism is an important factor in the development of this regional district and yet you are ignoring an established and expanding ecotourism operation in favour of establishing an industrial area with potential for adverse consequences. Rail transportation is no longer available to rural locations along the CNR Line therefore Highway transportation of raw material and finished product to and from an industrial site is the only alternative. Does it not make sense to establish Industrial Islands adjacent to the highway corridor? Many suitable sites are available on crown land adjacent to Highway 16, i.e. abandoned gravel pits. In the case of Mr. Pelton’s Sawmill this would mean shorter travel distance for the majority of the 100 logging loads per year of raw material. No need to haul up and down the Crescent Spur Hill and the Backchannel Hill, neither of which is overly safe under certain weather conditions. In the matter of security of an industrial site near the highway, the regulations around Industrial sites

allow for single family dwellings on those sites so there is no reason why the sawmill owner and his crew could not live near the mill site and provide the same degree of security that he could on the site beside the railroad track. There is no assurance that the industry requesting these amendments will maintain the status quo in regard to the size of operation nor remain in the hands of the present owner. In fact it is noted that the present owner is considering expansion by adding a peeler line if a market becomes available. In my experience in logging and saw milling if you only shipped, as finished product, 15% or less of the logs you brought to the mill it was classed as ‘High Grading’ not ‘Value Added’ as is being claimed for this product. For this reason expansion of the scope of operation over time is inevitable increasing the level of noise, dust and other pollution. The argument about the school children and the school bus is a tear-jerker. My argument is not against a sawmill with family supporting workers, but it is against the Regional Districts lack of vision and planning in where such operations are allowed to locate. Are the derogatory remarks of one of your board members who referred to some of the people opposing this bylaw as ‘Bush Bunnies’ an indication of the low regard in which the board hold anyone who may hold an opinion different than their own? Sincerely hoping you will reconsider this matter. Yours truly, W. B. Arnold - McBride, B.C. Resident of the Robson Valley for 54 years 20 of which were at Crescent Spur involved in the Logging and Sawmilling industry. Since then I have lived in McBride and been actively involved in the Robson Valley community.

Complex projects need appropriate time Dear Editor, A job well done is a job done right, and complex projects need appropriate time to develop. In response to Daniel Betts’ Viewpoint column on Wednesday May 2 – where he questioned the Province of British Columbia’s intentions and promises – we want to ensure your readers understand that the B.C. Government is working to making the Regional Economic Development Forum and the McBride to Barriere Corridor Pilot effective. You’re right to believe in this project – it will provide a great benefit to this region. As with any pilot, we are exploring new territory, and want to do all the appropriate groundwork before moving ahead too quickly. There is progress being made. A follow-up meeting with Ministers Terry Lake and Shirley Bond has been scheduled for May 22 in Blue River, B.C., to discuss numerous projects brought forward. This meeting will focus on three themes and a number of opportunities associated with each: energy, fibre and tourism. More information is available on these opportunities at the following website: http://www.jti.gov.bc.ca/economic_pilots/index.htm The focus will be placed on what can be accomplished in the short term and how to position the region in the future, looking to long-term sustainability to benefit families in the region for years to come. We will identify and pursue opportunities that develop through this process. Good things, including the positive economic change we are working to support, take time to develop. Understanding and patience will serve while careful thought is put into finding the best opportuDON’T FORGET our Christ Centered nity to bring maximum benefit to the region. lunch on Wednesday the 9th of May Once the McBride to Barat Pepe’s Restaurant at 12:30 p.m. riere Corridor Investment Pilot is complete, we can See you there all be proud of what it will bring to this community. Bring a guest if you can!

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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

DAVID MARCHANT ART SHOW April 16 to May 31 @ McBride Museum/Library Everyone is invited to attend the opening reception and artist’s talk on Friday April 20, 2012 @ 7pm

DUNSTER ANNUAL MOTHER’S DAY YARD SALE Sunday, May 13 starts at 10 a.m. Next to Dunster Store. Sellers welcome. Concession. Call Claude 968-4459

AUTHOR READING @ THE MCBRIDE & DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY May 11 at 7:00 p.m. Join local playwright, Sharon Stearns, for a reading from her work: Hunter of Peace and Shout Sister.

NORDEN THE MAGICIAN AT THE MCBRIDE CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL May 25 at 1 p.m. Families welcome for a hilarious magic show hosted by the library.

CHESS TOURNEY @ THE MCBRIDE & DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY May 12 at 2 p.m. Challenge friends and neighbours for the chess championship! All ages, all levels.

VALLEY MUSEUM & ARCHIVES SOCIETY AGM May 17 at 4 p.m. In McBride at the Museum/Library building at 241 Dominion Street.

Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club is having its AGM at the Club grounds on Loseth Road.

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Join us for a potluck dinner and discussion.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Bedding Plants From Pete Amyoony I have retired from selling bedding plants from my farm. If I have any extra this year, I will be selling them only at The Dunster Mothers Day Yard Sale on May 13th and The Dunster Spring Market on May 19th from 11am-1pm Thanks for all the support over the past 30 years

Please support your local growers!

Sentinel Historical Spotlight “Saw Mill” Kennedy & Moore Saw Mill, photo from 1959 Valemount Museum & Archives # 997.09.174 Courtesy of The Valley Sentinel From the Valemount Museum and Archives/ ©Valemount and Area Museum.

Valemount Arts and Cultural Society

Annual General Meeting

Date: Wed. May 23, 7 p.m. Place: Best Western, Bear’s Den Room Free Coffee , Tea & Treats, + Door Prize Everyone Welcome! Come Support the Arts! Need a ride? Call Beth- 566-9049

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MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 a.m. Golden Years Lodge • ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION General meetings every 3rd Mon. of month 7:30 p.m. in Legion. • PLAY AND LEARN 10 a.m. until noon at Pepe’s Restaurant • TAI KWAN DO & SELF DEFENSE 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. • KIDS MMA CLASSES 5:45 to 6:30 p.m.

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TUESDAYS: • VALEMOUNT CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY CENTRE Board Meeting 1st Tuesday of the month - 7 p.m. @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • ADULT RECREATIONAL VOLLEYBALL 7-9 p.m. Valemount Sec. School gym. Contact Suzanne Bloodoff @ 250 566-9979 • COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 p.m., council chambers. Everyone welcome. • LADIES AUXILIARY #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3 p.m. in Valemount Legion. • CARDIO KICK BOXING 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAYS: • PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEETING Every 2nd Wed. 5 p.m. Downstairs at the library. • VALEMOUNT SENIORS MUSIC NIGHT 7-9 p.m. Golden Years Lodge • TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Best Western. • TAI KWAN DO & SELF DEFENCE 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. • KIDS MMA CLASSES 5:45 TO 6:30 P.M. THURSDAYS: • ADULT RECREATION BADMINTON. 7-9 p.m. in the Valemount Sec. School gym. Contact Betty @250 566-4656 • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 p.m. Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Quarterly General Meetings 3rd Thurs. of January, April, July and October @ 4:45 p.m. Location TBA • SADDLE & WAGON CLUB MEETING 3rd Thurs. 7 p.m. 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings ﬁrst Thurs. of every month at 7 p.m. downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. • CARDIO KICK BOXING 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 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 MMA CLUB upstairs at The Trading Post. Open Mat from 9-11 a.m. by appointment only. • VALEMOUNT CIRCLE DANCE. For more info please contact 250 566-1782

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TETE JAUNE COMMUNITY CLUB meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tete Jaune Hall.

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MCBRIDE COMMUNITY FOREST Open quarterly meetings on the ﬁrst Wednesday of the month on January 4, April 4, July 4, and October 3. McBride Village Council Chambers 7 p.m.

TUESDAYS: • TOPS Tues. 6:45 p.m. weigh-in, 7:15 p.m. meeting. Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome. Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues.,7:30 p.m., Village Council Chambers. • ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Every Tuesday, 8 p.m. at the Health Unit. • STORYTIME at the McBride & District Public Library 10:30 a.m. WEDNESDAYS: • FREE DROP IN COMMUNITY VOLLEYBALL from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the McBride Secondary School • KIDZ KRAFTS 2:30-3:30 p.m. AT ODDS AND ENDS • DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP 1st Wed., 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 Wed every month 7:30 p.m. @ McBride Health Centre. More info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347 • VALLEY PIECEMAKERS QUILT GUILD Every other Wednesday. 7:00 p.m. in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 569-3210. • LEGION AUXILIARY BINGO First and Third Wednesday of the month at McBride Library. THURSDAYS: • OAPO STITCH & KNIT Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 p.m., Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 SATURDAYS: • WRITERS’ CIRCLE at 1 p.m. Alternates between Dunster Fine Arts School & McBride Library. All Welcome. Contact 569 2411/ library@mcbridebc.org for more info.

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Employment action job options Marie Birkbeck CONTRIBUTOR

our local students have completed the six week classroom time of the first round of Job Options BC, a pre-employment training program sponsored by Employment Action and the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Agreement. Under the very adept leadership of Marion Farquharson, the participants gained: • Life Skills as necessary including working through conflict, learning styles, time management and budgeting; self-esteem, self-awareness, competence and confidence, to name a few • Basic computer training, and access to computers on a daily basis for practice and training • Employment skills training— Resume, cover letter and interview skills training • Access to career and aptitude testing and assessment for career decision making • Short-term training – World Host, First Aid, WHMIS, etc. Other certifications are available when appropriate. • Additionally the students received a $250 weekly training allowance for the duration of the classroom time. The second round of Job Options BC in Valemount is scheduled to start in mid-June. An information session for interested individuals will be June 11 at the Learning Centre at 1:30 p.m. Classes start on June 18. Pre-registration is preferred. To qualify for Job Options BC, participants must meet the eligibility criteria as set out by Employment Action. You must be: • A resident of British Columbia – landed immigrant or Canadian citizen, and not attending school • At least 18 years of age • Unemployed, not on or eligible for EI, with no established claim within the past three years, and not have had a maternity or parental claim in the last five years • Someone who is likely to benefit from long-term job search help, supported work experience, and follow up support services. This program offers a lot of peer support and a great opportunity to build a network! The third round of Job Options BC will be offered in McBride in mid September. For more information or to register with Job Options BC please call Marion Farquharson at the Valemount Learning Centre (250) 566 4601.

McBride celebrates Police Week Submitted TO THE VALLEY SENTINEL

reated in 1970, Police Week begins on the Sunday in the week that includes May 15 and ends on the following Saturday. May 15 is recognized internationally as Peace Officer Memorial Day. Building relationships helps to foster safe homes and safe communities across a safe and secure Canada. We can’t expect these relationships to happen on their own. That’s why Police Week is so important to the police and the community. We can share our experiences and challenges and learn what their priorities are. This year, the McBride RCMP will celebrate Police Week with an open house at the McBride detachment on Wednesday, May 16 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Activities will include: • Detachment tours • A display of RCMP vehicles • A display of local school children’s art work celebrating Police Week • Obstacle course, for those wishing to display walking abilities • Finger printing and identiﬁcation cards for children • Barbeque • Display and demonstration by Police Dog Services Both the RCMP and community members play an essential role in ensuring the creation of safe homes and safe communities. Help provide policing in McBride by supporting your police during the week of May 15 to 21 and throughout the year. For more information about our open house, please contact the McBride RCMP detachment at (250) 569 2255.

VALEMOUNT COMMUNITY CHURCH INVITE YOU TO A Mother’s Day Service - Sunday, May 13th In the Best Western Eagles View room @ 5 p.m. Guest preacher is Conrad Broersma Following the service (from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.) we will be offering FREE childcare for mothers to enjoy some “Mom time” on their special day !

“Job Options Graduates”

Above: The first graduating class of Valemount Job Options BC program sponsored by Employment Action. From left to right: Clair-Louise Harford, Heidi Vriend, facilitator Marion Farquharson, Marie Birkbeck, Kerry-Lynn Fontiane Photo submitted

Everytime is a Good time at the

Gigglin’ Grizzly Neighbourhood Pub

Happy Mother’s Day The Gigglin’ Grizzly pub serves up good food, good drinks & good times! Regulars & tourists join for fun & relaxation

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DON’T MISS THIS IMPORTANT PRESENTATION OFFERING INFORMATION ON 24/7 HEALTH AND DISABILTY INSURANCE which may supplement or replace WCB on-the-job-coverage in some cases

The value of employee benefits and the difficulties smaller employers face to obtain quality, affordable coverage has long been recognized. The Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan offers coverage to businesses as small as one person and as large as 50, including home based businesses as well as year-round farms and ranches.

TAKE ONE HOUR & LEARN MORE with Neil Van Caeseele May 10th -3pm Sandman Heartland Restaurant lower level And 6pm at Efree Church Setting is limited; pre-register for the session By calling Linda Fry 250 569 0138 Or email clara.appleby@scotiabank.com

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ENTERTAINMENT

“The Pied Piper”

On Friday, May 4, 2012, students from Valemount Elementary School, after working with the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) for the week, presented an enchanting public performance of “The Pied Piper,” with a second performance on Saturday, May 5. The students hard work and enthusiasm permeated the Valemount Community Theatre much to the delight of the audience. This year alone, over 65,000 kids will be cast in one of many MCT International Tour shows. The primary goal of MCT is the development of life skills in children through participation in the performing arts. This years performance was sponsored by the Valemount Elementary School PAC. Photos by Andrea Scholz

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Mother’s Day How Do You Celebrate? Marie Birkbeck CONTRIBUTOR

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other’s Day; the day we all pause and celebrate our mothers and motherhood. Mother’s Day is celebrated around the world in a lot of different ways, on different days, with a variety of names. Some celebrations are based on cultural or religious beliefs. In Canada we celebrate our Mothers and other significant females in our life on the second Sunday of May. This is the day many moms look forward to sleeping in, and hopefully being served breakfast in bed, made lovingly by the children of the household, and spending the rest of the day just relaxing or perhaps indulging in a little retail therapy. Handmade gifts, flowers, cards, a lovely brunch or dinner at a nice restaurant are some Canadian traditions that come to mind. According to Hallmark Cards, Mother’s Day is the third-largest card sending occasion. Over nine million Mother’s Day cards will be given this year. As far as gifts go, a consumer survey suggests that men plan to spend significantly more than women on the occasion, which generates the second-highest volume of weekend shopping in the year, behind only Christmas. As for the perfect Mother’s Day gift, results of a Linden Bay wine survey of 2,000 Canadians offers a clue, with more than 80 per cent of working moms saying they wanted more time in a day. The cost? Clearly priceless! I recently conducted a poll about how people in Valemount celebrate Mother’s day. Some of the responses I got were: •

I will put some flowers on her grave and when we get to Valemount, do the same for my mother-inlaw. (Although that may not happen on Mother’s Day, same thoughts and feelings.) - Mabel

•

I will make sure to call her and usually I take a bouquet of flowers and a sappy card to my aunt who raised me the last half of my life. - Jenn

•

For me Mother’s Day holds a special meaning. I am very blessed to have my mother still alive. She is now almost eighty-five years old, has raised eleven children (and half of the town who also called her Mom.) Mother’s Day is tucked right between my parent’s anniversary and my mother’s birthday, so the family always gathers for some quality time; with either a barbeque or a dinner out. Because of the distance that is now between us, it is not possible to visit in person, but my Mom will receive a card, flowers and a phone call. I also find some teary song to dedicate to her on her favorite radio station. - Marie

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Since my own mother passed away a little over 10 years ago, Mother’s Day was a sad day for me, usually spent crying and feeling sorry for myself, with my children tip-toeing around me. Until one day a few years back someone said to me, “Although your mother is gone, your children still have a mother that they would like to spend the day with.” Best advice I was ever given and since then I spend the day being thankful for all of my blessings. From the homemade cards, cold breakfasts in bed to the wonderful surprises, each and every one given with love, I am thankful. I have been many things in my life, cook, maid, florist, mender of boo boos, wife, sister, aunt, daughter, but of all of the things I have been called, I like “Mom” the best. - Sharon

Take the time this Mother’s Day to call your Mom and tell her how much she means to you!

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ENTERTAINMENT

“The Tortoise versus the Hare”

The Missoula Children’s Theatre from Missoula, Montana was once again in the valley this week working with students of the McBride Centennial Elementary School. The theatrical production of “The Tortoise and the Hare” was performed twice at the Roundhouse Theatre on Friday, May 4 and Saturday, May 5, 2012. Missoula Children’s Theatre was brought to McBride with local sponsors of the McBride Centennial Elementary School PAC, the McBride Royal Purple and Elks Lodge, and the McBride Centennial Elementary School.

Photos by Andrea Scholz

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CHURCH LISTINGS VALEMOUNT

GOOD SHEPHERD ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

3rd Ave & Elm St. Phone: 1 877 314-4897 Sunday 8:30am Mon, Tues, Thurs, Sat9am, Wed & Fri 7pm

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Church 569.2378 or 569.8845 1st Ave

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RENTALS

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Mom’s the Word on Mother’s Day Sunday, May 13, don’t forget to tell the woman that either birthed you into the world or nurtured you in it. Everybody has a mother or some influence or version of. They are often one of the most over looked and taken for granted world facilitators out there. They are our strongest supporters and biggest fans. It is very hard to do wrong in Mom’s eyes. Like chicken soup in a human body, no one makes you feel better when you are ill or hurt. Make sure you celebrate the Mother in your life. Quick fact: the first Mother’s Day was May 10, 1908 in Philadelphia! Police Officer’s Memorial Day May 15, 2012, honors and remembers police officers who gave their lives while on duty. Police officers are there to protect our communities 24/7 every day of the year. It’s a sometimes dangerous job for which they know the risks, and still go out there and fulfill their role, sometimes, paying the ultimate price. Today you can show your respect and appreciation for police officers everywhere. If you see an RCMP member thank them personally or make a donation to a police officer fund or memorial. Ministry of Justice re: Emergency Management Workshop The Ministry of Justice will be holding an emergency Management Workshop in Valemount on Thursday, May 17, 2012, at the Community Services Centre, at 99 Gorse Street. Important News from the CBT You may or may not know that the Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) has the Columbia Basin divided into four areas with one office in each quadrant – Castlegar, Cranbrook, Nakusp and Golden. In an effort to better balance geographic area with population base, CBT has decided to revise coverage by each of the four community liaisons. Valemount will now be covered by Lynda Lafleur, Community Liaison based out of the Nakusp office. Valemount’s former commuEMPLOYMENT

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The McBride & District Public Library is hiring two full time students for the positions of:

Program Supervisor and Student Assistant We’re looking for creative, motivated candidates who enjoy working with people, have good research skills, and are comfortable with computers and new technologies. Applicants must be full time secondary or postsecondary students between the ages of 15 and 30 years, intending to return to school in the fall, and legally entitled to work in BC. The library is committed to employing priority students, i.e. those with disabilities, Aboriginal students, or students of a visible minority. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their resume. Please submit your resume and a letter outlining your qualifications to library@mcbridebc.org or by mail to Box 489, McBride, BC, V0J 2E0 by Friday, May 18th at 4pm.

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nity Liaison, Katherine Hamilton said she wanted to let Valemount know that she does “have sentimental feelings about this change. [She has] had to take the past several weeks to digest to the idea of letting Valemount go (into Lynda’s capable hands of course!)... and come to accept all the people and things about Valemount that [she] will miss.” She said she has “thoroughly enjoyed [her] time in [our] community and am grateful for our good relations over the past several years.” Burger Night at the Valemount Legion Every Friday evening until October from 5:30 to 7-ish is Les and Terri’s famous burger night at the Valemount Legion. $6.50 gets you a delicious homemade burger and salad. Come down and support the local Legion Branch #266. McBride Library offers Skype Legal Clinic Beginning May 8 the McBride & District Public Library will host a legal clinic one Tuesday evening per month. They’ll be connecting with a lawyer at Roger Batchelor Law Corporation in Victoria via Skype, the online video calling program. Anyone needing free legal advice is welcome to come between 7 to 9 p.m. for a 15 minute session. Time slots will be given on a first-come, firstserve basis. Although the firm will be able to answer most legal questions, in particular regarding family and criminal law, some cases may be referred. Roger Batchelor Law Corporation has been conducting similar Skype clinics around Victoria for years. When they thought of expanding beyond Victoria, lawyer Jesse Stamm’s hometown of McBride came to mind. As a free, public space committed to supporting Robson Valley residents with all of their learning needs, the library seemed a natural host. Library staff are happy to answer questions about the Skype legal clinic, and can be reached at (250) 569 2411. Got a Tip? If you have a note idea or tip you are encouraged to contact Donalda Beeson at donalda@thevalleysentinel.com or The Valley Sentinel (250) 566 4425. Please note that EMPLOYMENT all items for publication EMPLOYMENT on the Wednesday issue THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE must be in by the previous Friday

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INVITATION TO TENDER EMPLOYMENT

Drivers required for the safe and courteous transportation of Railway Crews. Job is based out of BLUE RIVER. Clean abstract is required. This is a 24/7 on-call operation. Pay is a flatrate per trip, based on $15.00/hour. You will need a class 1, 2, or 4 driver’s licence. If you need to upgrade we may assist, some conditions apply. Retired and Semi-Retired more than welcome! To apply contact John Hollis either at John.Hollis@HallconCrewTransport.com or by fax to 780-468-4617.

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the job includes travelling long distances on foot cutting out beetle killed deadfall and danger trees from all the major hiking trails in the Canoe Valley

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For further information please contact: Patricia Thoni @ 250 566 8244 or Darryl Polyk @ 566 4347

The Village of McBride invites tenders for Mowing of the Right of Way along the Frontage Roads in various locations within the Village of McBride. Scope of work includes the following: a) Grass cut to a minimum of four (4) inches b) Mow and whipper snip from shoulder edge to property line c) Contractor to be aware of water shutoffs, manholes culverts and other objects that require whipper snipping around. The mowing of this area is to be conducted twice, once during the period of June 1 to June 15 and once during the period of August 10 to August 24, 2012. A record of previous experience and references must be provided. Tender Documents will be available May 1, 2012. Tender Documents may be obtained from the McBride Village Office at 100 Robson Centre - 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC during regular business hours. A site meeting will be held on Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 10:00 am at the McBride Village Office.

For more information, call Naomi at 250-569-2411 or check out the full ad on our website at www.mcbride.bclibrary.ca.

The Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association (YORA) invites tenders for trail clearing.

Arterial/Frontage Road Grass Mowing

Invitation to Tender Valemount, BC. Snowmobile Trail Grooming The Valemount Area Recreation Development Association is inviting Tenders on the Snowmobile Trail Grooming Contract for the 2012-2015 seasons. Information packages can be picked up from the Valemount Village office or by emailing a request for a digital version to varda@valemount.ca. Any questions relating to the info packages can be addressed to the same email as above. A record of previous experience and references must be provided with the Tender. The lowest or any Tender may not necessarily be accepted. VARDA reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Closing date for receiving bids is the end of the business day May 31, 2012

Sealed Tenders will be received by Eliana Clements, CAO, Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre - 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC up to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 16, 2012. The cost for each tender package is five dollars ($5.00) (HST included) and is non-refundable. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. The Village of McBride reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Tenders. For further information please contact: Eliana Clements Village of McBride 100 Robson Centre - 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC Phone: (250)569-2229 / Fax (250) 569-3276

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ACTIVITIES WEEKLY HOROSCOPE BY MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) This is an expansive, varied and yet stable time. This trend will continue for a few weeks. Your energy levels will rise steadily as well. But for now it is slow and sure that will work best. June will prove much more industrious yet, so pace your self. Accept and commit to the responsibilities steadily emerging in your life to lay claim to your power. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) The gates are open wide and you are on a surge and rush of expression. Variety is in the mix and deciphering where to direct your energies first then next… is important. Your focus will intensify measurably when decide. You stand to accomplish a lot, especially if you are organized. This is a time to plan and act, you can network more later on. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Your creative life is in some extra fertile ground all of a sudden. Now is a good time to be in your studio or study or wherever you feel most creative. Making your space work for you is part of the plot and has been for some months. Deep cleaning, re-arranging furniture and renovations perhaps to establish a setting worthy of this new inspiration is ideal. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) New friendship and association have been activated. Following through and building upon these is likely. A cooperative approach is encouraged. Be flexible and willing to comply more. Your energy levels should be rising, in tune with the changing season. Deciphering where best to ‘invest’ your energies is featured. Sweet words mean more than usual. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Some promising signs are showing up in your public and career life. This is an abundant and expansive time. Taking calculated risks is part of the plot. These require that you be focused and organized. Networking and communications with new friends especially is likely. There is love in the air, but it may be more friendly than romantic, for now…! Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) This is an adventurous time for you. Exploring new horizons feels right. This includes acquiring new tools and skills and connections. Your ability to see a bigger picture is more lucid than usual. You can see and feel many initiatives brewing. Your drive is strong and you will rebel against any blocks in your dynamic flow. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Financial matters are high on your list now. Legal matters, inheritances, investments and foreign exchange are all highlighted. Despite setbacks, your strengths are on a steady rise. This trend will continue. Yet disruptions in the home will continue to steadily unfold. These are accompanied by changes in your relationships. Work with this process. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Your relationship front is steadily expanding. You are going through many changes as well and together something brand new is being forged. It will take until autumn before you will be really clear about the implications. This is a call to let go into the flow and trust. Relationship provocations meanwhile are enticing to entertain.

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Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) Tending to your whole health implies bringing a greater measure of discipline to your regular routine. All the efforts and rewards will be your own. Creating a more attractive look and a more alert presence to situations is a motivation. Is there anything as important as health? Take time to consider what you can and perhaps must do to feel healthier. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) The current continues to flow your way. Yet you are still expected to give to the situation. With your concentration powers at full force, you stand to get a lot done. This week is especially good to focus on projects and creative, constructive activity. Your focus may not be so strong by month’s end. Yet it may be best to hold off on big investments for now. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) A peaceful, stable pace is both desired and likely these days. Happy to simply be more than do, this is a good time to rest and dream and languish. This can include practical and productive activity. But you will not be so happy if you feel pushed. Meanwhile, entertaining a variety of possibilities and indulging your desires to sample will prove satisfying. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Slowly but surely you are coming around to new approaches and modes of perception. These are linked to new skills, talents and streams of income. People and circumstances are pushing you to be versatile in your approach yet focused and committed where decisions that affect others come into play. Meanwhile, creating beauty close to home will prove inspiring.

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Village of McBride Council Briefs Birgit Stutz CONTRIBUTOR

he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held April 24 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Irene Rejman and Lori Kimpton, Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine in attendance. Four members of the public were present as well. Councillors Rick Thompson and Raj Basran were absent. Public hearing minutes approved Mayor Frazier made a motion that the public hearing minutes of April 12, 2012 regarding Development Variance Permit No. DVP 2012-01 be approved as presented. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Special meeting minutes approved Councillor Rejman made a motion that the minutes of the special meeting of April 17 be approved as presented. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried. Reports Mayor, Councillors and staff provided verbal reports on activities.

Development Variance Permit approved Councillor Rejman made a motion that the Development Variance Permit No. DVP 2012-01 be approved. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried. Five-Year Financial Plan Councillor Rejman made a motion that the “Village of McBride Financial Plan for the Years 2012-2016 Bylaw No. 722, 2012” be given third reading. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried.

Tax Rate Bylaw Mayor Frazier made a motion that the “Village of McBride Tax Rate Bylaw No. 723, 2012” be given third reading. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Minutes of public information meeting approved Councillor Rejman made a motion that the minutes of the public information meeting “Village of McBride Financial Plan for the Years 2012-2016 Bylaw No. 722, 2012” be approved as presented. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried. Appointments to Village of McBride Tourism Advisory Committee Mayor Frazier made a motion that the following people be appointed to the Village of McBride Tourism Advisory Committee: Dannielle Alan, Raj Basran, Allan Frederick, Margaret Graine, Jill Philpott, Glen Stanley, Kevin Taphorn, Rick Thompson, and Rod Whelpton. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Appointment as chairperson to Village of McBride Tourism Advisory Committee Mayor Frazier made a motion that Councillor Thompson be appointed as the Chairperson of the Village of McBride Tourism Advisory Committee. The motion was seconded by Councillor Rejman and carried. Council meetings open to the public The next Council meeting is scheduled for May 8. The public is reminded that the Village of McBride Council meetings as well as the Village of McBride budget meetings are open to the public. Dates for Council meetings, agendas and minutes, as well as information on how to address Council and provide input at a Council meeting

Valemount Councillors getting iPads Daniel Betts EDITOR

s part of their efforts to develop a waste reduction strategy while reducing costs at the Village Office, the Village of Valemount mayor and council approved the purchase of five Apple iPads to be used by the village councillors with one extra for use in the Village office and to serve as a back up. The decision was made during the April 24 Village of Valemount Regular Council Meeting. Director of Finance, Lori McNee presented council with a background study comparing

the costs associated with printing agendas for one year versus the purchase and use of new electronic devices. In just one year, printing just 22 council agendas costs the village, $1,950 dollars. The village has chosen the onetime purchase of the iPads at a cost of $2,500 with an expected yearly cost of $670. The report mentions other documents can be incorporated for further savings on printing costs and waste reduction. So as not to affect the budget of the Village Office, scheduled office computer upgrades will be held off until 2013.

can be found on the Village of McBride website at www.mcbride.ca. For more information, contact the Village of McBride at (250) 569-2229. Additional information on Village happenings can also be found on Councillor Thompson’s blog at www.rickthompson.webs.com. Both Councillor Thompson and Mayor Frazier also maintain a Facebook page with public information.

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