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Arts Festival at the Valemount Museum, Page 10.

New martial arts club opens in Valley, check it out on Page 11.

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Wind powered fun

Valemount resident John Salt uses wind power to explore Kinbasket Lake. Salt is committed to growing the sport in the area, as it is a unique way to enjoy the great outdoors. Check out our story with Salt on page 14.

WEATHER WEDNESDAY High: 14°C Low: 4°C Details pg 18

INSIDE: Opinion ........................pg 4 Community Calendar....pg 6 Classifieds .......... pgs 16, 17

Activities .....................pg 18 Weather ......................pg 18 Real Estate .......... pgs 19, 20

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Jasper’s Hidden Jewels

Cafe’ Mondo; a delicious diversion for your dining pleasure

Cafe’ Mondo pizza

Rene Vena, Libby Weir and Katherine Vena in front of Weir’s limited edition Copper Etchings on display in Cafe’ Mondo.

Donalda Beeson CONTRIBUTOR

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ong-term Jasper locals, Rene and Katherine Vena want you to know that they “would be pleased to feed you!” You may mistake this mother/daughter duo for sisters, as they serve up smiles and fresh food daily at this week’s Jasper Jewel, Café Mondo. Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, the Vena girls say there is already a strong Robson Valley presence at Jasper’s Café Mondo, a favourite of Jasperites, Robson Valley locals, and travellers alike. With a staff of about 10 em-

Valemount Community Church

Video Talks

By Mark Driscol on the Book of Ruth Sundays at 9:00 a.m. as follows:

September 5th – God’s hand in our Blessing September 12th – God’s Hand in our Risks September 19th – God’s Hand in our Shrewdness September 26th – God’s Hand in our Redemption

For further details phone 250-566-4772 1275, 5th Avenue

ployees in the summer months, they also have one Valemountonian in the ranks, Anina Lafferma.

Formerly known as the Jasper Market place or Truffles and Trout, this is their 5th summer in their new location as Café Mondo. Rene said they have been in business for 15 years total. “We love food. We are food connoisseurs,” Katherine proclaims. At Mondo everything is a specialty, offering up lots of family recipes, vegan and vegetarian options, as well as glucose/wheat free options. Cafe Mondo says they are “customer driven,” and “like a challenge, so if you can dream it up [they] will make it for you,” so why not modify your meal.

They feature some very popular items such as; pita melts, pita rolls, a plethora of fresh salads, and dips, pizza by the slice, sandwiches, to-die-for nachos, and a full espresso bar just to name a few. Mondo is also the only place you can buy their special blend coffee.

It is a Medium-dark roast bean from Central America, made by Rocky Mountain Roasters.

Mondo is known for their top-notch, always friendly service. Open 8:00 a.m. till late, they are a social gathering place. The sign on the door proclaims Mondo as an “internet free zone” where “conversation is encouraged.”

The girls say they would like to revamp Mondo to include more nightlife. Recently Café Mondo has been upgrading and evolving to include liquor in their sales. A new bigger and better bar is currently

under construction, set to be complete in the fall. For now though, they are licensed, so ask about their variety of beer, wine, liquor and specialty coffees.

With in house catering, they are also available to host functions of all types, including but not limited to staff parties and birthdays. Mondo is available for rent, and will soon feature blinds to provide a more cozy and private atmosphere. They plan to have four or more themes to choose from, such as Latin, Western, Greek, or high end dining, each complete with their own menus, music and décor. On weekends you may even find live entertainment in the afternoons.

Also ask about their catering menu. They have “big” pizzas to go, including artichoke and olive, spinach, pepperoni and sweet pepper, and breakfast pizza.

Also to come, they hope to offer a rotating dinner menu, with three choices nightly, on top of the regular menu, so they will be able to continuously introduce new foods.

Currently their walls are adorned with copper etching art, by 3rd generation Jasperite Libby Weir. Next month they plan to feature African photography.

You can also call ahead to place an order. The number is 780-852-9676. Café Mondo is located at 616 Patricia Street in Jasper, Alberta. So if you are looking for great value and even better food while in Jasper, or the “best bang for your buck” as Rene puts it, be sure to stop and say hi to Café Mondo on your next visit.

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Community Awareness Night Joshua Estabrooks

EDITOR@THEVALLEYSENTINEL.COM

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n Wednesday, September 15, residents of Valemount and the surrounding area are invited to the Community Hall to take part in a community awareness night.

The idea for the evening came from a discussion between Carol Bustin and the Valemount Arts and Cultural Society, and the goal of the event will be to connect local clubs, groups and organizations with residents, in the hopes of creating a comprehensive database of all the various activities that occur in the Valemount area.

Darryl Polyk, one of the members of an ad hoc committee that was started to organize the event, said that they hope to have representatives from most, if not all, of the clubs, organizations, service groups, church groups, social services

and special event organizers in the area. “It will hopefully help connect people in town and get some new blood in to help some of these groups.”

Polyk said that when they started looking at all the services and clubs in the Valemount area, they were surprised at just how much there is to do. “It’s a meeting for the general public to come out and find out about all the groups and organizations and what they are doing.

A lot of people don’t know there is a toastmasters group, or a mixed martial arts group here. There is everything going on in town you could ask for basically.”

The long-term goal of the community awareness evening will be to create an online community calendar, as well as a comprehensive contact list for all of the local groups, which will hopefully be available in various ways throughout the community. “We

want to get this online community calendar going, and expand the one in the local newspaper, and to get everyone’s information out there so people aren’t sitting around trying to think what they can do in town on any given night. This resource won’t just be for residents, as it would be great if we could get this information into the hotels so visitors can also come out and take part in an event that interests them.”

Polyk urges anyone interested in his or her community to come out on September 15. The event will take place from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and will also include Minor Hockey registration, adult hockey registration, as well as figure skating and gymnastics registration.

Polyk also asks any group or club that hasn’t already been contacted to give him a call at 250-566-4347, so they can be included in the master list.

Locals asking questions about logs left in Tete Jaune Joshua Estabrooks EDITOR@THEVALLEYSENTINEL.COM

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ome residents of the Tete Jaune area have been trying, with no luck, to get a straight answer on the fate of the logs left over from work done by BC Hydro last year. The work was done to clear pine beetle affected trees from along the power lines in the area, and although BC Hydro did the work, the trees were left according to the wishes of the property owner where the trees were located, said BC Hydro Community Relations Spokesperson Gene Bryant. “What we have to do is maintain the safety and integrity of the electrical system and protect the public from tree and electrical contacts. That’s our obligation, but we don’t own the trees. We have to fulfill our obligation to make it safe so what we normally do is we work with the property owner, or tree owner, and explain that we have to do the work and work with them to determine the best course of action for the trees.”

On privately owned land, the trees have more or less been dealt with, but some community members are now wondering what the fate of the trees on crown land will be. Tete Jaune resident, Michelle Burstrom, said that she is worried that the large piles of trees left by BC Hydro on crown land near her home pose a different type of risk now, as they are dead and extremely flammable.

Burstrom said that the piles along Buffalo Road are of particular worry to her and her neighbours, because if they were to catch fire there is a good

chance the only escape route would be blocked by flames. “If a fire starts on Blackman Road, and it spreads to those piles of slash, how the hell are we going to get out of here because the roads will be on fire? We have piles of trees and slash underneath the hydro lines too, so if they went up we might lose miles of power lines to fires. How long will we be out of power then?”

According to Burstrom, a number of residents have approached the Ministry of Forests, who technically own the trees, and asked if they could utilize them or burn them when the conditions are correct, but have been told that they need to pay stumpage on them. “From what I understand the logs are too old to mill. They have been rejected by some of the mills, so they are too old to be worth anything. I have seen people cutting chunks for firewood, but it all has to be cleaned up.

Our local governments (Village and Regional District) have been spending a lot of money building fire guards around their communities and now BC Hydro has come along and created a huge fire risk along the roads and power lines.”

In a statement from the Ministry of Forests, they said that they are seeking buyers for the identified logs and are open to applications through the small-scale salvage program. “Potential buyers are asked to express their interest to the Prince George Forest District office if they would like to make an application. The Ministry of Forests and Range is also working with BC Hydro to find a solution.”

Joshua Estabrooks/The Valley Sentinel

These sneaky beans in Valemount resident, Sam Piper’s, garden must have decided to stay for the winter, as they seem to be making their way into one of her birdhouses.

Credit for Farmers and Agricultural Co-operatives Supporting the renewal of the agricultural sector and enabling co-operatives to better seize market opportunities

The Canadian Agricultural Loans Act (CALA) program is a financial loan guarantee program that gives farmers easier access to credit.

Farmers, including beginning farmers, can use these loans to establish, improve, and develop farms. Agricultural co-operatives may also access loans to process, distribute, or market the products of farming.

CALA features: Up to $500,000 in loans for land and buildings Up to $350,000 for all other loan purposes Eligible applicants include: • Established farmers • Beginning/start-up farmers (i.e. less than 6 years of farming) • Farmers taking over the family farm • Agricultural co-operatives with a majority (50% + 1) farmer membership For more information: Contact your financial institution Call 1-888-346-2511 Visit www.agr.gc.ca/cala

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OPINION

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» DAVE MARCHANT

Viewpoint editor@thevalleysentinel.com

An art/history lesson for all

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n interesting event occurred this weekend, and I think it could be the start of a new way of engaging our history.

The Valemount Museum hosted its first art festival on Saturday, bringing together the area’s art community and historical community for a day of interesting demonstrations, activities and performances.

It is impossible to divorce ourselves from our history, as it made us who we are. But taking it one step further, it also influences what we create as artists. This unique relationship is found all over the country, in many small towns and communities, but it isn’t always as common to find the two sections of society teaming up to raise awareness for each other.

The art festival at the museum should be a model for how to reinvigorate a community’s interest in their history. After all, a great deal of our history is represented and passed down through the art created in a certain time period. Add to this some factual information, and artifact or two to illustrate the era, and presto, you have as close to a complete picture of days gone by as can be produced.

This isn’t the first time an event like this has occurred locally, I’m sure, but it seems to be one of the first to completely embrace the relationship between our art and our history.

Now, what other groups can we get to team up for the betterment of each other?

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Mother and Child in the 1960’s Dear Editor; Here is another poem for your readers.

When labour begins, and the pain starts to grow.

And mother bears down, with the ebb and the flow.

There’s distress in this toil, but she’s given wings, To bring this child to birth, while her loving heart sings.

There is a great bonding, between mother and child.

Of all natures elements savage and wild.

From the womb comes this child, all naked with blood, Sent forth from her body with water in flood.

The Holy Spirit hovers over the water, Of a newly born babe, a son or a daughter.

The Spirit then enters the baby that’s born.

As mother lies in the child bed tired and worn.

With her child in her arms, as he murmurs and cries.

Thoughts turn to her man... and this ‘great surprise!’

He will be home from work in an hour or two.

And see his small son, so blessed and new.

For a wee young mother, of just seventeen years.

Thoughts of her husband and child bring the tears.

Who is this little boy, just starting his life?

Who is this young girl, the mother and wife?

Then tall, strong and handsome he walks through the door, And sees his small son and is smote to the core.

There is a hug and a kiss for mother and son.

And with wonder and awe, a new family’s begun.

Stella Barnes Valemount

As the mother hears her baby’s first cries.

She struggles to sit, with a light in her eyes.

She’s weak in her body, but strong in her mind.

She feels like she’s birthed the first of mankind.

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Concern over fires along the tracks in Tete Jaune Dear Editor;

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irst off, I’d like to thank you for your informative article regarding the recent fires in the Tete Jaune area that may or may not have been caused by trains.

I was one of the local residents that fought the fires, and have been pondering very similar questions to the ones you posed in your front-page article in the August 18th edition of The Valley Sentinel.

My first question was how in the hell could the CN spokesman claim that there was no evidence that a train started the fires, when it was clear to anyone living in the area that they both occurred within five minutes of a train going by. It follows the most basic logic that a giant metal vehicle travelling at high speeds along a metal track has an incredible potential to cause sparks. In my opinion the grass in that area was dangerously tall, so if even the tiniest spark came off one of those trains there is no question it had a huge potential to start a fire, given the hot dry weather and high to extreme fire ratings at the time; not to mention the complete fire ban. Every other industry has to shut down in these extreme conditions, but CN seems to be

able to continue on, and we all know why.

I do not see CN engage in much “vegetation management” as they call it, and I am pretty sure I have never witnessed an act of “patrol”, as the fire base spokesman said they were required to do. Wouldn‘t it be a good idea for CN to have strategically placed fire suppression vehicles with the proper equipment along areas of their track network where communities are located? Are there any in this area?

Another question I have is why there aren’t emergency numbers available, for residents who live along the tracks, to call in case they spot a fire. This could act as an early detection system, and would work in everyone’s benefit, if only we had a number available.

For the CN spokesman to say for us to call the local firebase is ludicrous to me. Of course we will call the local base, but how is that fulfilling their obligation to put fires out, as laid out by the ministry of forests spokesman? Unless he meant that the cost sharing agreement they have fulfills this obligation.

While we were fighting one of the fires, I noticed a CN train go by, and continue on its way. The train did not stop, or seem to acknowledge the fact that we were

battling a blaze right along their tracks. I am interested to know if they called the fire that we were fighting in to the local firebase, because that is what the CN spokesman said was the best course of action if a fire is spotted along the tracks.

For the spokesman to say the best thing to do was to call the local firebase, to me, seems to absolve the company from all obligation to the communities they travel through. It puts all the responsibility on the local fire fighters and residents, and it seems they get around this by simply writing a cheque to the government. This just doesn’t make sense to me. We have homes at stake here, and I take it as arrogant and uncaring for a major company like that to have towards the people of this area. Where is the accountability?

It seems to me that the message is simple, if you live in an area like this. If you spot a fire along the tracks, don’t call CN, even if you can find a number. Call your local firebase and your neighbour, because it seems to be up to us to save our homes.

Jim Morris Tete Jaune

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Terry Burgess, Vice-Chair of the Regional District of FraserFort George, Dustie Hall from Shirley Bond’s office, Village of McBride Councillor Loranne Martin, MP Cathy McLeod and Janine North of the Northern Development Initiative Trust present former Valemount Mayor, Jeanette Townsend (Center), with the British Columbia Community Achievement Award for her extraordinary service to her community.

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ROBSON VALLEY MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SAT/SUNDAY

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• Cribbage 1pm - 4pm at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge in lower lounge

• Jam Night Gathering Tree, Valemount 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM in Valemount

SEPT 4/5 • Dunster Farmers Market Sat Sept 4th 10am - 12pm at The Dunster Community Hall. Sellers Welcome. Call Pete for more info at 250 968-4334 • VALEMOUNT MARINA ANNUAL FISHING DERBY SEPT 4TH AND 5TH

SEPT 9

SEPT 10

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm

SEPT 6

• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am

SEPT 7

• TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit in McBride • 7-9 PM VFD mtg @ Fire Hall

SEPT 13

• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am

SEPT 14

• TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit in McBride • 7-9 PM VFD mtg @ Fire Hall

SEPT 8

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm

SEPT 15

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm • Community Awareness Night at Valemount Community Hall 7-9:30pm

Services

• VALEMOUNT CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY CENTRE Board Meeting 2nd Mon. 7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door).

• PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEETING EVERY 2ND WED. 5 PM DOWNSTAIRS AT THE LIBRARY. • PUBLIC HEALTH UNIT Prenatal Classes, Baby Clinics Call 566-9138 ext 228 for appointments.

• CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 pm Downstairs Valemount Clinic.

Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458.

• COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm, council chambers. Everyone welcome.

• 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

• ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion.

• LIONS BINGO 1st & 3rd Mon, at Lions Hall, doors open 6pm, everyone welcome.

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

• VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs of every month at 7pm downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. Seniors Music Night 7PM WED • VALEMOUNT CIRCLE DANCE. For more info please contact 250 566-0095 • ADULT RECREATION BADMINTON. Thurs at 7pm in th Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Jamie @250 566-4656

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SEPT 11/12

• Dunster Farmers Market Sat Sept 11th 10am 12pm at The Dunster Community Hall. Sellers Welcome. Call Pete for more info at 250 968-4334 FINAL ONE!

SEPT 16

SEPT 17

SEPT 18/19

• Cribbage 1pm - 4pm at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge in lower lounge

• THRIFT STORE FASHION SHOW and Tea at Anglican/United Church in McBride. Doors open at 2PM

• Terry Fox Weekend Sat Sept 18th Hike to Mt. Terry Fox. Sun Sept 19th Walk around Starratt Marsh

• ADULT RECREATIONAL VOLLYBALL. Tues from 7pm - 9pm. Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Shelley Mainprize @ 250 566-9854

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

MCBRIDE • VALLEY PIECEMAKERS QUILT GUILD Every other Wednesday. 7:00 pm in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 5693210.

• ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Every Sun, 8 pm at the Health Unit.

• OAPO STITCH & KNIT Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 pm, Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 • ALANON every Mon. 8pm at the Health Unit

• 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.

• 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 • DOOR STORIES SERIES 2008-2009 Art Exhibition by Pamela Cinnamon. Nov 12 2009 - Jan 15 2010 at the Museum/Library Building 241 Dominion St. McBride

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Vander Zalm speaks to Fight HST campaign and recall process Joshua Estabrooks

editor@thevalleysentinel.com

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t’s not every day a small community newspaper receives a call from a former provincial premier, but for Bill Vander Zalm, it is the grass roots nature of his Fight HST campaign that has made all the difference.

The petition Vander Zalm spearheaded is now before a legislative committee, after being deemed legitimate and legal by Elections BC, and the courts.

Vander Zalm has also filed a new legal challenge, accusing the process in which the government established the HST as illegal. “It basically said that the HST is illegal because it is a tax imposed by the Premier and the Finance Minister through cabinet and never went through the legislature. I claim that we have taxation without representation because there was never an opportunity to debate, or for the media

next step in the fight, which, if successful, will be the start of a massive recall process, hopefully sending many of the ridings around the process to by-election. “We have already told the government if they don’t deal with the HST or rescind the HST before the middle of November we are going to go to recall.”

The recall process can begin anytime after November 15, which is 18 months after the last election, he said, although most organizers have agreed they wouldn’t start the process until after Christmas. “I don’t want to knock on your door a few days before Christmas and ask you to sign another petition. We only have sixty days to gather 40% of the registered voters once the application to recall is filed, so I am guessing that we probably won’t start until after the New Year.”

In the meantime, Vander Zalm said he will be watching the HST petition’s progress closely, as a number of possible outcomes will have very differ-

the province. “We have seen young people join in that said they were never going to vote. People that gave up voting ten or fifteen years ago are now getting involved again. It is a reinvigoration and we’re not finished yet. I am getting calls for the first time in my life from media in Ontario, Quebec and even Nova Scotia.”

He said the other interesting aspect of the initiative is it seems to be one of the few issues that have transcended party lines. “It crosses party lines, and we have to keep it going. After the tax stuff is done we have to be sure to keep it going to democratize the system so we won’t be faced with this again. I am not with a political party at the moment. Eventually I will probably support a party but not for a while.”

Vander Zalm said that many people are against the tax, but many more are against the way in which it was instituted and handled, which is why he thinks

“We don’t protest enough, we don’t have a tea party, we just accept and say there’s nothing we can do about it. The government got a surprise on this one.” ~ Bill Vander Zalm

to critique, or for people to be informed in any way shape or form.”

Vander Zalm said he doesn’t buy the government’s response that the debate to rescind the PST satisfied the need to debate bringing in the HST, and said that if the judge rules in his favour it may force the government to return to the legislature this fall to deal with the tax. “You can’t say you’re instituting a tax and you’ll debate something else because during the debate of something else the HST will come up in discussion. That’s not good enough. It’s debate by default. So we’re waiting for the Supreme Court justice to rule on that one. He will rule mid to end of next month.”

Not waiting for the outcome of the ruling, Vander Zalm said he and his group have already started the

ent timelines. “It is right now before the committee and the committee is meeting on September 8th.

That will be the first meeting, and they have 90 days to decide. I think they could do it in 90 minutes but they are probably being told by the premier what he wants out of the committee. They’ll try to delay it as much as possible.”

The committee can either send it to a legislative vote, which would most likely occur in the spring, or they could recommend amendments, or send it to an initiative vote, which is like a referendum. An initiative vote would most likely occur in September 2011, he said.

Regardless of what happens with the various legal actions and initiatives, one thing is clear, said Vander Zalm; that this issue has energized the voters across

so many people have come out to support it. “People are against the tax not just because they don’t like taxes. They don’t like this kind of a tax because nothing comes to healthcare or education or social programs, none of it. Also, this has become almost as much about democracy, because people are saying we don’t have a democracy. Why do we elect all these people when one person has all the say? Another reason you are seeing so much support is that it was so badly handled. They were so sure of themselves they thought they could do anything and everything and get away with it; and that’s probably how things have been for the most part in this country. We don’t protest enough, we don’t have a tea party, we just accept and say there’s nothing we can do about it. The government got a surprise on this one.”

Sharon McColm/The Valley Sentinel

Aurora Uhl, Caitlyn Dube and Sasha Phillips take advantage of the sunny weather to practice their graphic design work on the sidewalk outside of Odds and Ends in McBride.

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HEALTHY LIVING

Amber Stayer

“My husband and I moved to the Valley in January 2010. It was the beauty of the mountains and abundant wilderness that initially made us love it here and it will be that and the healthy lifestyle options that will keep us here. I have been living gluten and lactose free for over 11 years and in that time have researched and educated myself about many aspects of living healthy and being kind to myself and the environment. I am far from being an environmentalist as I still enjoy riding my dirt bike, but I do the best that I can to have my household create a little less waste and help our earth be a healthy place for all of us. Enjoy Healthy Living!”

Amber Stayer

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love to cook flavourful, uncomplicated meals and snacks. My love of food started at a young age. My dad would have us eating many things a child normally wouldn’t eat, like escargot. My sisters wouldn’t try them until I did to be sure they were edible. My exploration of gluten free (GF) food started a little over 11 years ago due to an intolerance to gluten and more recently a complete dairy free diet was added. Through many trial and error meals I have come up with a collection of meals and desserts that I love to share with everyone.

You may be asking what is gluten. Here is the definition I found at dictionary.com; A gluey protein substance especially of wheat flour that causes dough to be sticky.

GF flours include, corn, buckwheat, rice, brown rice and chickpea (garbanzo). When combined many of these will bake up with no noticeable difference in flavor from the more commonly used white and whole wheat flours.

What are the benefits to eat-

ing GF? According to an article at Suite101.com studies have found that a gluten free diet significantly decreases allergy symptoms among children. Some medical practitioners believe that gluten-free diets benefit other conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, ADD/ ADHD, autism, multiple sclerosis, cystic fibrosis, thyroid disease and other autoimmune disorders. Many people also find that weight loss programs are much more effective once gluten is eliminated from the diet.

When baking with standard flours such as white and whole wheat they contain gluten therefore they will “stick” together on their own. When baking GF you need to add the “sticky”, xanthan gum, guar gum and flax meal are all useful for this.

These are usually added at 1/2 tsp for every one cup of GF flour used.

The recipe I will share with you first will be the GF flour mix that I use for everything. I found this recipe in the Food Allergy Survival Guide.

Gluten Free All-Purpose Flour Mix 3 Cups 2 Cups 2 Cups 1 Cup Potato Starch or Tapioca Starch Chickpea Flour Brown or White Rice Flour Arrowroot starch Directions: Place all of the ingredients in a large container and mix well with a wire whisk until evenly combined (shaking helps mix).

Store in an airtight container. (Do not freeze) Variation: When using potato starch as the major ingredient, 1 cup of tapioca starch may be substituted for the arrowroot starch, if desired. (the variation makes the recipe a little less costly) Green living Tip of the Week: Buy Only What You Need: Buy only as much as you know you’ll use when ever possible.

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Robson Valley Music Festival reflections; your thoughts Donalda Beeson Contributor

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ou will be happy to know that all is well in Dunster after last weekend’s Robson Valley Music Festival. It’s considered to have been a success both economically and as far as security was concerned.

Jevery Metcalf, head of security for the last two years, said, “Security [was] more relaxed,” this year, and commented on, “how smoothly everything went. I had nothing to deal with. Last year we had a lot of trouble and this year nothing,” said Metcalf. One of the festival founders, as well as lead vocalist of Mamaguroove, Shara Gustafson agreed there were almost zero problems. In fact, she felt their, “biggest issue,” was smoke from the fires burning throughout the province.

Apparently the hosts, the MacDonald family and friends, were concerned about how the turnout would be, because anyone calling the fire and air quality control centers were being issued a warning which considered Dunster to be in an extreme smoke area. It “might have kept a few people away,” said

Donalda Beeson Contributor

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fter a musically exhilarating weekend at the Robson Valley Music Festival, lusty lingering musicians, Canadian Faye Blais and the Australian sister trio, Jungal, played a suitably mellow, Wednesday night show at the Anglican/United Church in Valemount. They had 3040 attendees of all ages, and served beverages as well as snacks.

Hailing from Northern Ontario, and back from her extensive travels over seas, Faye Blais, with the voice of a Goddess, had the chance to play some of the new material she has been working on, which she said she rarely gets to perform since she has been travelling with a band that can play the material from her first two albums. Her intoxicating vocals and performance energy are growing in popularity across the globe and most recently back in her home Country of Canada.

The band, Jungal is made up of the harmoni-

Gustafson, but “there were maybe only 200 less people than last year,” and even the weather, “really didn’t damper the enthusiasm.”

Gustafson, as well as her family and friends, have much to be proud of, especially the music, which she felt was on the high-end. “The locals were really happy about all the growers and artisans,” she said. “It’s great to have more local support and contributors.”

Gustafson was also impressed with the kid’s area. “The kid’s performers were especially good,” and they even constructed and brought a giant sandbox out of the bow of a pirate ship, which was a “big surprise.”

While they still need to, “decompress,” Gustafson thinks, “there is a 95% chance [they] will do it again next year.” However, they will consider changing the date to the weekend before, as “on average,” she notes, the weather is better. Though she jokes, it will probably storm no matter when the festival is, so they should probably change the name to Storm Fest!

Whatever the case, this festival is so good, rain or shine, the people will always come. ous voices of three young sisters, Leisha Jungalwalla (guitars, vocals), Jessie Jungalwalla (drums, vocals), and adopted sister Victoria Beard (bass, vocals). Their blended voices, paired with an indie roots vibe, and a folk/ soul/rock feel, helped them to release their debut album, “This Crooked Track” in July 2010.

Taking a much-needed break from the road, the group has been retreating in Valemount since the festival. Feeling welcomed and almost local, they were happy just to chill out and cook at the Dream Catcher where they rented a cabin.

The soothing ambience of the candlelit evening, paired with the Godly acoustics in the church, and almost gospel quality of the girl’s voices, made the show a night to remember. The musicians said, “it was a beautiful experience to play in the church,” which is much different from their usually rockin’ high-energy performances.

The church is fast becoming one of Vale-

Donalda Beeson Contributor

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here were both new and familiar faces, from far and wide attending this year’s Robson Valley Music festival. Returning for his 3rd year in a row, Phillip Parisi, originally from Valemount said he keeps coming back because not only does he, “love seeing all his local friends,” but he also loves “dancing in the grass!”

One new face, Megan Killorn, from York Point, PEI, said the festival and the, “beautiful mountains all around us,” despite not being able to see them in the smoke, seems to, “bring people together from all across the country.” She will be back.

Another new attendee, Chelsea Ruckle was “kidnapped,” and “had no idea,” she was coming to a festival when she agreed to drive her Smart Car to the mountains. She thought she was going hiking, but she was “pleasantly surprised,” when her friend, Michelle Brunet, led her here. Brunet, who is from Vancouver as well, said she loved all the “amazing people here.” Her favourite festival moment was doing Yoga

in the field Saturday morning.

When attendees were asked what their favourite festival moment was, what they thought about the festival and why they came, aside from the music, most answered something about the people or the location. William Dueling of Valemount put it in a nutshell when he said he was, “brought by the music, the people, the feeling, good times, and that’s pretty much it,” adding, “look around, come on, it’s super.

It’s a nice clean, place.”

Nicole Cambridge of Jasper also said she, “liked every ones general ambiance and attitude at the festival.” Nicole Larson from North of Calgary liked that it is low key, and said that it, “feels more personal than a big festival organized by a company.” Jasperite, Dana Parslo, made note of “the people and the love. There is lots of love in this area.”

Then of course, there is also the three days of 40 plus, out of this world musical performances, with too many highlights to name them all. Having said that, Kinobe & Soul Beat Africa, the “new voice of Ugandan music,” was definitely a crowd favourite.

Their worldly sound with African roots, mixes the traditional with the modern and instruments such as, koras, kalimbas, adungus, endongos, ngonis, drums, guitars and keyboards. Kinobe is currently doing a tour of North America, and the Robson Valley Music Festival was one of two stops in Canada.

As always, coaxed out of your seat by Shara’s strong and soothing, sultry vocals, Mamaguroove was the highlight of their own festival and broke down any reluctance you may have had to dance, with their alluring groove!

Festival professional, Jack Blaue said his favourite festival moment was when Mamagruoove played, and said he, “almost cried,” metaphorically of course.

Finally, a special treat, years in the making, Mamagruoove was able to convince Papagroove, a 13-piece band from Montreal to get down with them and the funk, throwing in their R&B vibes. Blair Dryden, who grew up in Valemount said his favourite festival moment was at the end of Saturday night when Mamagruoove and Papagroove played together, “I didn’t want it to end at all.”

Blais and Jungal play intimate show Faye Blais and Jungal play to a strong crowd at the Anglican/ United Church.

Photo By Kent Eigl

mount’s most popular venues for travelling musicians, thanks to the hard work of local musician as well as Sentinel contributor, Raghu Lokanathan.

He has put on around 10 shows, and is happy to have figured out an appropriate lighting tone for the venue.

The women finished off the night with a soul-shivering rendition of Petula Clark’s Downtown. Both Blais and Jungal, who love the Robson Valley, hope to return next summer.

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» ARTS FESTIVAL AT THE VALEMOUNT MUSEUM - AUGUST 28

Zachary Schneider attempts to build a house of cards. Or is it a card trick?

Leah Zeilinger sifts some sand for buried treasure.

David Norwell plays some rousing hymns on an antique organ.

Kathy Beeson and Mike Austin give a Tango demonstration.

Photos By Joshua Estabrooks/ The Valley Sentinel

Ross McKirdy tries his hand at juggling.

Anne-Marie Scott, Jody Newham, and Raghu Lokanathan perform a dramatic song for a captive audience.

Seiji and Katherine Hiroe read from Seiji’s recently published children’s book, The Cowboy Fisherman.

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Mixed Martial Arts Club/Training facility established

Valemount MMA Club founders Erik Myggland and Jose Cornejo challenge you to come out and train with them in their new facility in Valemount.

Joshua Estabrooks

EDITOR@THEVALLEYSENTINEL.COM

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any of us in the Robson Valley have been exposed to the UFC mixed martial arts television events, one way or another. It is currently one the fastest growing sports in North America, and local residents Erik Myggland and Jose (Jo) Cornejo are one step ahead of the game. The duo, both experts in a variety of martial arts techniques, have recently secured a space in Valemount, and have officially launched the Valemount Mixed Martial Club.

Myggland moved to Valemount in November of last year, and started a more informal version of the club in March. Cornejo attended the first evening of instruction, and after a brief conversation regarding his experience and training, the two decided to team up and start spreading the sport throughout the Robson Valley.

Running a martial arts club is no easy task, but Myggland has been involved in various training facilities throughout Alberta and BC his whole life. He started training in Judo when he was seven years old, under the tutelage of his father, and helped him run three clubs. After moving to BC, Myggland started learning different martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai, and began teaching youth classes at Revolution Martial Arts throughout the Lower Mainland.

For Myggland, martial arts training does not make people want to fight, but on the contrary, allows people an outlet for their aggression while teaching them discipline and respect for others. “A lot of people will have a misconception that it is all about fighting and everyone just wants to beat everyone up but that is completely untrue.

A professional fighter will be the most polite guy you ever met, he will never pick a fight ever. Our club motto is ‘you never start a fight, you always finish it.’ Martial arts teach you self control and discipline; when to and when not to fight.”

Myggland said the majority of instruction he teaches to his students involves self defence, including women’s self defence classes, but the club can also support the training requirements for someone wishing to enter the ring professionally. “For the kids and the majority of participants it is all about fitness and self defence, but

we can also help pro fighters get the training they require to succeed in the ring.”

This is where Cornejo comes in, all the way from Mexico. Cornejo has been

fighting professionally since he was 18 years old. He started his martial arts training when he was 11, and within five years had achieved a black belt in karate. He then went on to learn Judo, and then Muay Thai, which is where he started his pro fighting career. “I started fighting in MMA because I got the knowledge from previous styles.

When you get into a new style it is unbelievable, because you think you know things and your movements but suddenly you get a punch in the face and you have no idea where it comes from. It is a lot of work, but it is amazing what you learn about yourself and what the human body is capable of.”

Cornejo has been in 8 pro fights in his career, and has competed in international tournaments in Cuba, Mex-

ico and the United States. His record is currently six wins, one loss and one draw, but after moving to Canada he has to start building his stats again as his results are not recognized. “I will keep track of them for my overall career record, but in Canada I currently have no record.”

Cornejo and Myggland will be representing Valemount, and the newly formed MMA club in Castlegar, at a live MMA cage fighting event at the Element Club Bar and Grill. This will be Cornejo’s first Canadian fight, and Myggland will be manning his corner, and helping him train leading up to the event, which takes place on October 2.

The Valemount MMA club has huge potential, said Myggland, as now that they have a permanent location in the newly built Trading Post, he can start sending out word to his contacts in the UFC that Valemount is a perfect destination for high altitude training. “It’s only a matter of time before UFC comes to Canada, and we want a piece of that. The sky is the limit.” He said pro fighters seek places like Valemount out when it comes time to train,

as there are less distractions than in a major city, and the backcountry gives them an opportunity to not only focus, but train in an challenging and inspiring location.

“Martial arts teach you self control and discipline; when to and when not to fight.”~ Erik Myggland

Last year, the club had an average of 10-16 people who attended the Monday night sessions. This year, with a permanent facility, Myggland hopes that even more people come out, and with more nights of instruction he said he believes the facility will be pretty busy year round. “We’ll have it three nights a week, and for the die hards, they can have a key to the place to go whenever they want. We will have gym equipment in there, so it will be a really good little training facility.”

The club is not only looking for new members, but also any business interested in becoming a sponsor of the club or Cornejo’s entrance into the Canadian pro fighting circuit. “We are running this as a non-profit group. I do it because I want to not, to make money. We do require sponsorship to help cover our costs, as well as Jo’s expenses when he fights professionally.” Myggland said that sponsors can choose to support the club, Cornejo, or both, and their logos will be displayed on uniforms and banners depending on the amount they choose to donate. “We are also going to try and get some MMA events held right here in Valemount, and we always recognize our sponsors in television and newspaper interviews.” Currently the club’s sponsors include Travis Auto, Monashee Motors and The Valley Sentinel, he said.

Anyone interested in finding out more about the club, or how you too can become a sponsor, please call 250566-1974. Myggland said that the club will be up and running as soon as construction is finished in their new facility. “Most likely we’ll be in there in mid September. Keep checking the paper and we will let the community know when it’s ready to go.”

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» TOP SHELF ART DISPLAY: VALEMOUNT PUBLIC LIBRARY

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Throughout the month of August, local artist Marion Rose Stewart’s series of watercolour paintings were on display.

Stewart was born and educated in Scotland. She has held exhibitions in both Scotland and Africa.

Stewart said she paints because she loves it. “It is not relaxing or easy or any other guff you hear about. It is just something one can work hard at, and either reach the heights of satisfaction with, or alternatively, hit the depths of dissapointment with.” The trick, said Stewart, is to keep doing it.

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Dunster students in limbo Marathon runner happy with their results from Edmonton Joshua Estabrooks

editor@thevalleysentinel.com

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he Dunster Fine Arts School Society (DFASS) is still waiting for a meeting promised by the School District to continue discussions surrounding the purchase of the now empty school building in their community.

PAC Chair, Chris Taylor, said that summer holidays has been a huge hurdle to keeping the dialogue going, as many of the District Staff and Trustees have been on holidays, as well as members of the DFASS. “We have invited them (SD 57) to a meeting and they have turned us down and we haven’t heard anything back since. We haven’t talked anymore about having students set up at the school site because a lot of the members are away right now.”

The photo the group released a few weeks ago showed a number of students attending classes outside of the school building, which could still become a reality, as many of those students have not yet been registered at other institutions, said Taylor. “We would have to register them somewhere else. I would have to register my children in Valemount or McBride, but I still haven’t decided yet. I know a few people have signed up for the distance education but I know that there are quite a few of us that haven’t done anything in terms of registering our kids.”

The reason for the delay in registering their kids is simple, said Taylor, as the society is still waiting on a definitive answer from the School District regarding their offer to purchase the building. “We’re still hoping above all hope that we can meet with the School District to try to get that building. Whether it would be a distance education model for this school year has yet to be seen. It is still in everyone’s best interest to get that building for the community whether or not there is an education program right away.” Taylor added that the group has accepted the fact that a Wells model will not be feasible for this school year, but it hasn’t deterred them from their goal of acquiring the building as soon as possible. “They will not do a curriculum there in 2010, we know that and we have accepted that, but we would also like to see something in writing that says that when we get the building they will do a Wells model in 2011. They can keep telling us they are willing to do the Wells model in 2011 but the only way we can do that is if someone has purchased that building, and if they’re going to make it impossible for someone to get that building then they can’t guarantee a curriculum in 2011.”

Taylor said that they have not heard a peep about the public meeting the School District promised them to discuss the purchase of the school either.

Donalda beeson Contributor Maybe it was training in the thin mountain air, maybe it was luck, but this past weekend Valemount residents Silvia Jungo, Bogdan Wasaznik, and Lorelei Schneider were surprisingly satisfied with their results in the Intact Insurance Canadian Derby Edmonton Marathon.

“The whole atmosphere was great,” ~ Silvia Jungo

Taken from the marathon’s official website, these are their official gun times for the 42-kilometre marathon run, which ranged from the fastest time of 2 hours and 33 minutes to 7 hours and 10 minutes, and the 21.2-kilometre half marathon walk, ranging from 1 hour and 54 minutes to 4 hours and 55 minutes.

Jungo, who walked her 5th ever, half marathon, and usually finishes in 3-3 ¼ hours, did it in 3 hours and 11 minutes.

Wasaznik, who has 30 plus marathons behind him, and ran the full, had his 2nd or 3rd best time ever, at 4 hours and one minute, which included stopping to help a woman who had collapsed just before the finish line.

Schneider, who ran her first ever, full marathon in memory of her mother, did it in 4 hours and 13 minutes.

Apparently training at high altitudes, such as around Valemount, can increase an athlete’s endurance and speed. Whatever it was, Jungo was especially happy with her time since she hadn’t had much time to train, but said Wasaznik, who trained by running the uphill Swift Creek loop even “looked like he could keep running,” when he came across the finish line.

Since it is unlikely they would cancel a marathon, at first the participants were a little wearisome of the smoke and the dangers of training as well as participating in the contaminated air; however, Saturday night it poured with rain, clearing up the sky for a sunny clear 16 degree Sunday.

“The whole atmosphere was great,” said Jungo, “so much fun.”

Next, and last for the year for Jungo and Wasaznik, is the Kelowna Marathon in October.

Congratulations to Jungo, Wasaznik, and Schneider for proudly representing themselves, their loved ones and our community last weekend.

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Saddle & Wagon Club rides for a good cause Birgit Stutz Contributor

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he Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club invites everybody to come out and join them for a funfilled poker ride while supporting the local horse club.

The poker ride is a fundraiser for the club, said co-organizer Reesa Meersman. “We are raising money for insurance. A percentage of it will go to a charity. We used to make most of our money with logging, but there isn’t any logging anymore.”

The Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club has hosted many poker rides over the years, dating back to the early nineties. “We also do cancer rides and children’s wish rides,” said Meersman.

This year’s poker ride takes place on Sunday, September 12. Start times are between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. “The ride lasts about two hours,” said Meersman.

The poker run route must be completed within four hours, including stops, and participants must be at the finish line by 4:00 p.m. “Nobody can leave after noon as we don’t want to be looking for somebody in the dark if they get lost,” said Meersman.

Everybody is welcome to participate in the ride, and people can sign up for the ride up to ride time, but it is best if riders get a pledge form in advance so that they can sign up ghost riders. Fees are $20.00 per rider hand and $5.00 each per ghost rider hand. A rider can have unlimited ghost riders.

Meersman said there are some great prizes. “The prizes for the best rider hand are a brand-new western saddle with cinch, saddle pad, bridle and breast collar. The prize for the best ghost rider hand is $100.00 cash. Your odds of winning are very, very good!”

Meersman said in order to claim a prize for best rider hand, riders

must ride and must be present to collect the prize. Non-riders can only participate in the ghost rider category.

There will also be draw prizes and a wiener roast after the ride around 6:00 p.m. “The Saddle and Wagon Club will provide the wieners, buns and fixings, and we will have a little bonfire if we can,” said co-organizer Riette Kenkel.

The poker ride starts and ends at Kenkels’ place (Steve Froescul’s old place) on 1485 Cranberry Lake Road. “We’ll have some signage in place,” said Kenkel. “There is a whole field to park your horse trailer in.”

For more information on the poker ride or for registration and pledge forms, call Meersman at 250-566-9707 or Kenkel at 250-5664193.

So come on out and support the Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club’s poker ride. “It’s for a good cause,” said Meersman.

Robson Valley Shared Anglican/United Ministry in Valemount and McBride.

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services in Valemount will be at 9am and McBride will be at 11:30am.

Sunday school programs are provided at both services.

Are you thinking SNOW yet ?

The Valemount Area Recreation Development Association is holding its annual sponsorship drive for the 2010 / 2011 snowmobile season.

To continue accomplishing our goals and set Valemount as a major tourism destination we are asking for your support of the Association that is hard at work for YOU! Sponsorship of VARDA has many benefits for your business besides showing your customers that you are giving back to the industry that they love so much. Sponsorships range in value and start at $250, and include your business listing in our “Who Supports You” flyer, Valemount Sled Area Map Insert and a listing in the Sponsorship category on our website, all of which are excellent marketing opportunities.

Depending on which level you choose, there are many other added benefits of Sponsorship, including representation at the Snowmobile Trade Shows, cabin signage, website links, season passes etc.

To reach printing deadlines, all sponsorship commitments must be into the VARDA office by no later than Sept 20, 2010. Invoices will be issued at a later date.

For more information or to request a sponsorship package, please email or phone a request to the VARDA office at 250-5664817 or email varda@valemount.ca.

Please watch for notification of the VARDA Annual General Meeting coming in late September.

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Valemount Council briefs Donalda Beeson Contributor

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he regularly scheduled council meeting for the Village of Valemount was held on August 24th, 2010. Mayor Bob Smith, Councillors Rita Tchir, Bobbi Roe, Murray Capstick, Cynthia Piper, Chief Administrative Officer Tom Dall and Corporate Officer Sandy Salt attended.

“No Through Sign” Request for the Ramada Council carried a motion made

by Councillor Piper to put up a, “No Through Road” sign on Swift Creek Road (in front of the Ramada), as per a request from Darcy Patara, of the Ramada Valemount. Apparently Semi trucks and trailers are pulling u-turns on their property, posing as a safety hazard to guests.

Fire Department Recognized The Valemount Fire Department

was acknowledged for helping to raise $628,674 for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

Wildfire Attack Base Lease Agreement Renewal Council carried a motion to approve the Mayor and CAO to sign a new lease agreement with the Province of BC, as represented by the Ministry of Forests and Range, and the Village of Valemount. It is for the use of the Old Airport Land, for 20 years (with reviews in the 5th, 10th, and 15th years) for an annual rental cost of $4,800, plus annual increase based on the cost of living allowance for the first 5 years.

Membership to BC One Call Council carried a motion, as recommended by CAO Tom Dall, that he be authorized to sign the member’s agreement, for the Village of Valemount to become a member of BC One Call, a communications link between the digging community and its member com-

VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT PUBLIC NOTICE PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTION

As per Section 227 of the Community Charter the Village of Valemount would like to give Public Notice of ByLaw #658, being a bylaw to grant a permissive tax exemption to the following properties for the 2011 property taxation year.

Description of Property Lot A, Plan:11201 District Lot 7355 PID 012-559-547, Folio 97.000 Cariboo Land District

Organization United Church of Canada

Description of Exemption Buildings and Land

Estimated Value of Exempt Taxes (2011) $660.82 (2012) $674.03 (2013) $687.51

Lot 4, Plan 8948 District Lot 7356 PID 010-571-370, Folio 124.050 Cariboo Land District

Roman Catholic Bishop of Kamloops

75% of Land 88% of Buildings

(2011) $589.54 (2012) $601.34 (2013) $613.36

Lot 2 & 3, Block 2, Plan 10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-675-423 PID 012-675-440, Folio 159.000 Cariboo Land District

New Life Sanctuary of Valemount, B.C.

Buildings and Land

(2011) $1,146.52 (2012) $1,169.45 (2013) $1,192.84

Lot 1, Plan 10662 District Lot 9778 PID 010-403-019, Folio 258.000 Cariboo Land District

VCFC Valley Christian Fellowship Church

Buildings and Land

(2011) $372.12 (2012) $379.56 (2013) $387.15

Buildings and Land

(2011) $995.07 (2012) $1,014.97 (2013) $1,035.27

Buildings

(2011) $1,031.02 (2012) $1,051.64 (2013) $1,072.67

Lot D, Plan 28461 Trustees of Congregation District Lot 7354 & 7355 of Jehovah’s Witnesses PID 005-958-458, Folio 415.580 of Valemount Cariboo Land District Part Lot B, Plan 31083 District Lot 7356 PID 005-229-618, Folio 125.001 Parcel B, Plan 23940 District Lot 7356 Folio 125.005 Cariboo Land District Lot 8, Block 3, Plan 10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-675-563, Folio 180.000 Lot 10, Block 3, Plan 10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-675-580 Folio 182.000 Cariboo Land District

Valemount Senior Citizen Housing Society Leased land from Village of Valemount New Senior’s Housing

Lori McNee Director of Finance

Swift Creek Bridge and Trail Extension Council carried a motion to approve the Mayor to sign a letter to the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George requesting them to look into the possibility of the bridge extension and trail extension at George Hicks Park.

Ash Street Lift Station Project Council carried a motion to allow CAO Tom Dall to sign the agreement with ICI to manage the project on behalf of the Village of Valemount, in the amount of $165,643.13 plus HST, which includes a contingency amount of $21,605.63 plus HST, totalling the actual project budget to $144,037.50 plus HST. Business Sector Meeting Council carried a motion to allow the Economic Development Officer and the CAO to continue to work with the Business Sector of the Canoe Valley area, and to allow supplies and resources to be provided until the group is established.

17th Avenue Water Extension

Buildings

(2011) $223.16 (2012) $227.62 (2013) $232.18

Buildings

(2011) $3,259.72 (2012) $3,324.91 (2013) $3,391.41

Council carried a motion made by Councillor Capstick to not allow the Regional District residents to use the water and sewer services of the Village, and to write a letter to the Cuddeback‘s, suggesting they investigate with other land owners about the possibility of becoming part of the Village at which point council would revisit the request.

Lease Renewal Council carried a motion approving the lease agreement between the Village of Valemount and the Province of BC, for the property and building located at 1300 4th Avenue, known as the Valemount Court House.

Tax Exempt Bylaw No. 658, 2010 1st and 2nd Readings Council carried a motion to give a 1st and 2nd reading to Permissive Tax Bylaw #658, which provides municipalities with the authority to exempt certain lands and/or improvements from municipal property taxation, and as well as Churches and Senior’s Housing complexes, will include buildings involved in land leases with the Village.

Kiteboarding on Kinbasket Donalda Beeson Contributor

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t’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s a kiteboarding Superman, who must be impervious to the glacial temperature of Kinbasket Lake! While touring my friend Megan Killorn around the Robson Valley, we were fortunate enough to stumble upon a rare site at the Yellowjacket Creek Campsite.

Brave soul and wetsuit wearing Valemount resident, John Salt, was pursuing one of his interesting hobbies on this sunny, windy day. Kiteboarding, also known as kitesurfing, is similar to windsurfing, but more popular as both the learning curve and transporting the equipment is easier. This water sport uses wind to pull a rider across the water on a small kiteboard (similar to a wakeboard), with or without foot-straps or bindings, combined with a large controllable kite.

Salt has been teaching himself for the last two years, but has been kiteskiing and boarding on snow for approximately 8-10 years. You may have seen Salt and his kite beside the highway in Ron Baer’s field, opposite the marsh. He also frequents a spot about three quarters of the way up Canoe Mountain that locals refer to as

“the golf course”. He is thrilled at all the opportunities for adventure available in the Robson Valley, adding that there are “not enough hours in the day to do all the things there are to do here.”

Salt, who checks the lake frequently this time of year, is elated if it is white, because whitecaps mean over 20 km/ hr winds, the minimum speed needed to raise his 15 meter squared inflatable kite. Salt has been out on the lake in 45-50 km/hr winds and said that mid-August the winds start to come up, but they are only consistent in September and October. He estimates he gets out 20-25 times a year and Nov 10th is the latest he has ever been out.

Salt said a few times that, “it would be nice if more people did it.” If you want to get into kiteboarding, he suggests trying it on snow and land first, as he did, though it is possible to learn on the water. Having experience with other board sports will be helpful and Salt advises taking a lesson or two. The sport is relatively safe due to constant equipment improvements, though riders must follow safety precautions as to avoid a “kitemare.” So when the wind is up, don’t be surprised if you catch a glimpse of a man attached to a kite, it just might be John Salt.

McBride Council briefs Birgit Stutz Contributor

Leased land from Village of Valemount

Lot 9, Plan 21237 Valemount Curling Club District Lot 7354 PID 009-580-905, Folio 435.009 Leased land from Cariboo Land District Village of Valemount

panies.

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he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held August 24 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Irene Rejman, Mike Moseley, Deputy Administrator/Treasurer Danielle Smith and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine in attendance.

Councillors Loranne Martin, Rick Thompson, and Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements were absent.

New corporal at McBride RCMP Delegate and McBride RCMP Corporal Barry Kennedy introduced him-

self to Council. Corporal Kennedy has moved to McBride with his family to take his post in the McBride RCMP detachment. Corporal Kennedy was transferred to McBride from Golden and replaces Corporal Chad Zummack.

For a full story on Corporal Kennedy, see last week’s Valley Sentinel.

Grant-in-aid for Terry Fox Run Council carried a motion that a grantin-aid in the amount of $200 be provided to Eleanor Johnson for the Terry Fox Run’s 30th anniversary. Johnson is the co-ordinator for the Terry Fox Run and will use the funds to purchase items for the BBQ that is held for participants.

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SEPT 29

INVITATION TO QUOTE

INVITATION TO QUOTE

Village of McBride

INVITATION TO QUOTE

INVITATION TO QUOTE

The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (the “Regional District”) invites written quotations from qualified contractors to provide snow clearing services at the Canoe Valley Recreation Centre, 98 Elm Street, Valemount BC. The contractor will provide personnel, supervision, labour, and heavy equipment to complete the snow clearing services specified in the Scope of Work contained herein.

The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (the “Regional District”) invites written quotations from qualified contractors to provide snow clearing services at 461 and 441 Columbia Street, McBride, BC. The contractor will provide personnel, supervision, labour, and heavy equipment to complete the snow clearing services specified in the Scope of Work contained herein.

Quotations, marked CS 03-10 Snow Clearing Services - Canoe Valley Recreation Centre, will be received until 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday, September 23, 2010, at the Regional District office, 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8. Qualified contractors must complete and submit the Schedule of Prices and List of Equipment. Quotations submitted by fax to 250-5628676 will be accepted. It is the bidder’s responsibility to confirm that a faxed quote has been received. Submissions received after the stated closing date and time will be disqualified and not considered by the Regional District.

Quotations, marked CS 02-10 Snow Clearing Services Robson Valley Recreation and Community Centres, will be received until 2:00 p.m. local time, Thursday, September 23, 2010, at the Regional District office, 155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8. Qualified contractors must complete and submit the Schedule of Prices and List of Equipment. Quotations submitted by fax to 250-562-8676 will be accepted.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to confirm that a faxed quote has been received.

Submissions received after the stated closing date and time will be disqualified and not considered by the Regional District.

Request for Quotation The Village of McBride is interested in acquiring quotations for the following: 1.

Concrete Works & Installation of Structures

Interested parties can obtain a copy of the information package from the McBride Village Office at 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC during regular office hours. The package will be available for distribution on September 1st, 2010.

Sealed quotations will be received by the Village of McBride at 100 Robson Centre 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC up to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday September 15th, 2010.

The Village of McBride requires two separate concrete works to accommodate an installation of the following structures: 1.

Three Wooden Advertising Kiosks, and 2.

Interpretive Gazebo The lowest or any quotation may not necessarily be accepted.

The Village of McBride reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotations.

For further Information please contact:

WANTED : HORSE BOARDING

Looking to board 16 working horses for the winter in the Robson Valley. Also looking for good hay to buy.

Call Tony Parisi

Invitation to Quote documents may be obtained on or after Wednesday, September 1, 2010: • • •

Margaret Graine – Economic Development Officer Village of McBride 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC Cell Phone: (250)569-7556 / Fax : (250)569-3276

WANTED : HORSE BOARDING

A mandatory site meeting will be held at 9:00 a.m., Friday, September 17, 2010, at the Canoe Valley Recreation Centre, 98 Elm Street, Valemount, BC for all qualified contractors wanting to submit a quote for consideration. Quotes from contractors who did not attend the mandatory site meeting will not be considered.

250 566-9161

In a PDF (public document format) file format from the Regional District’s website www.rdffg.bc.ca.

In hard copy from the Regional District Service Centre, 155 George Street, Prince George, BC between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays.

In hard copy from the Canoe Valley Recreation Centre, 98 Elm Street, Valemount, BC during arena operating hours.

Quoted prices must remain in effect for thirty (30) days after the closing date and time.

A mandatory site meeting will be held at 9:00 a.m., Thursday, September 16, 2010, at the Robson Valley Recreation Centre, 461 Columbia Street, McBride, BC for all qualified contractors wanting to submit a quote for consideration. Quotes from contractors who did not attend the mandatory site meeting will not be considered.

Invitation to Quote documents may be obtained on or after Wednesday, September 1, 2010: • • •

In a PDF (public document format) file format from the Regional District’s website www.rdffg.bc.ca.

In hard copy from the Regional District Service Centre, 155 George Street, Prince George, BC between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays.

In hard copy from the Robson Valley Recreation Centre, 461 Columbia Street, McBride, BC during arena operating hours.

Quoted prices must remain in effect for thirty (30) days after the closing date and time.

All applicable taxes will be shown separately. The successful contractor will be required to itemize taxes on all invoices submitted to the Regional District.

All applicable taxes will be shown separately. The successful contractor will be required to itemize taxes on all invoices submitted to the Regional District.

All inquiries relating to this Invitation to Quote must be directed to:

All inquiries relating to this Invitation to Quote must be directed to:

Lyle Lewis, Facilities Manager Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Phone 250-569-3360 Fax 250-569-3337 Email: llewis@rdffg.bc.ca

Lyle Lewis, Facilities Manager Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Phone 250-569-3360 Fax 250-569-3337 Email: llewis@rdffg.bc.ca

155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8

155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8

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Telephone: (250) 960-4400 Toll Free: 1-800-667-1959

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The Valley Sentinel Wednesday September 01, 2010 • 17 Main: 250.566.4425 | Toll-free: 1.800.226.2129 | E-mail: classifieds@thevalleysentinel.com | Web: classifieds.thevalleysentinel.com HOUSE FOR SALE

Log Duplex for rent in valemount. 5 bdrm, N/S, $900/mth. Avail. immed. Call Chris at 780 264-1651.

SEPT 15

3 Bdrm trailer in Valemount. $650/mth + damage deposit. No pets. Call 780 6217171 SEPT 15

1 and 2 bdrm Apts. across from McBride hospital. F/S $500 & $525 per month. Call 250 569-0208

Newly renovated, conveniently located 6 bdrm, 2 storey log home on double lot in Valemount. 1280sq ft per floor, full basement.

Brick fireplace, wood/ electric furnace, 21/2 bathrooms, master craft oak kitchen.

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Call 250 615-8457 OCT 2010

AUG 11 TFN

EMPLOYMENT

WELL PUMPING

Well Pumping and cleaning. 25ft deep or less. Call Reesa at 250 566-9707 APR 21 TFN

EMPLOYMENT

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Needed ASAP. Contact Charlie at 250 6730033, or fax at 250 673-8440

 Autobody/Paint        

Dozer and Hoe Operators required for company that constructs oil field roads and leases.

Requires operators with oil field experience.

Competitive wages and rooms and meals provided by company.

Call 1 780 723-5051 (Edson, Alberta)

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NANNY REQUIRED. Sept - Dec. part-time. Requires 2 days in Crescent Spur.

2 days in Dunster. JanApr-full time live in at Crescent Spur. Salary based on experience.

Please email resumes or inquires to Jessica@ crescentspur.com.

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Front desk staff can give you detailed information about each of these postings, including info on how to submit your application for these job opportunities. For more information about these jobs, please call: Valemount Learning Centre 250-566-4601 Box 789 99 Gorse St. Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0

SEPT 01

MISC. FOR SALE

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2x200 Gallon water boilers, $500 each.

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SEPT 01

Chaba Movie Theatre

Firewood for sale.

Contact

Jasper Showtimes 604 Connaught Dr. Jasper Tel: (780) 852-4749

250 566-0177

The Valley Sentinel is seeking writers and/or photographers to cover news and events in the McBride area.

Reg Price Children (13-) Youth

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Seniors (66+) Tuesdays

The Other Guys

The Switch

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COMING ATTRACTIONS: Nanny McPhee Returns Emma Thompson

LOST: HEAVY SET BLACK LAB DOG . LOST ABOUT 3 WEEKS AGO. LAST SEEN AROUND A&W SUN AUG 8TH. IN VALEMOUNT. IF ANY ONE HAS SEEN “MIKE” PLEASE CALL CARRIE AT 250 566-8468

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$ 00 $ 00

*Prices are subject to change.

The Expendables Sylvester Stallone

Check out the website for ore upcoming movies • www.cinemaclock.com/Jasper.thml

Email: editor@thevalleysentinel.com or call 250 566-4425

Updated Sept 1, 2010

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SEPT 01

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18 • Wednesday September 01, 2010 The Valley Sentinel

Activities to Entertain & Amuse Pioneer Photo

CROSSWORD AND SUDOKU

About this photo Description: The McBride railway station showing the garden at right.

Date: 1920s Credits: Valley Museum & Archives ID: 2003.26.32 Image: 20 of 69 If you have any more information on this photo or any others that appear you can contact The Valley Museum & Archives in McBride, The Valemount Museum or contact us at The Valley Sentinel.

Horoscopes ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

SAGITTARIUS-Nov 23/Dec21

Aries, your emotions can lose their force when you don’t express them. Rather than keeping everything bottled inside, start releasing pent-up feelings.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

Leo, you have so much love to share but it seems that others aren’t so receptive to the offers lately. Maybe your presentation is in need of some fine tuning.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Sagittarius, there’s not much time to tackle a project that you have been putting off.

Procrastination won’t win you any points and may only cause extra stress.

Make a move before someone beats you to it, Taurus. Otherwise you may kick yourself for the lost opportunity. Pisces weighs in with an opinion.

Virgo, apologies will only bandage the wounds but not completely heal them.

Your actions will have to be stronger if you want to right a wrong that has occurred.

It’s time you did some socializing, Capricorn.

Whether you attend a party or throw one yourself, it is healthy to be in the good company of friends and family.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, things have gone awry and you have to find a way to get them back on track. You may need a little help with this endeavor. Look to your most trusted friend.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, if you have been feeling you’re ready for a change then maybe it’s time to start putting out your resume and sampling the job market.

You never know the results.

WEDNESDAY

Be especially careful when assessing a risk, Libra. The risk might have a high reward, but you’re more comfortable sticking to the straight and narrow.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, others are constantly looking to you for support, but now is your time to seek a little extra help. The best fix for a troubled mind is talking things through.

THURSDAY

Daytime Variable Condition cloudiness

Daytime Condition

Mixed precip.

40% P.O.P. 14°C High 4°C Low Wind SW 5 km/h 24/Hr Rain 1-3 mm

P.O.P. High Low Wind 24/Hr Rain

80% 12°C 4°C S 5 km/h 1-3 mm

FRIDAY

Daytime Condition

Mainly sunny

30% P.O.P. 16°C High 5°C Low Wind SE 5 km/h 24/Hr Rain

LAST WEEKS ANSWERS

CAPRICORN- Dec 22/Jan 20

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Arguments are inevitable, Aquarius. You see something one way, and an adversary sees things much differently.

Will you learn to compromise?

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, there is a fun adventure in store but it won’t be what you imagine.

Chances are if you overthink it you will ruin the surprise.

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

MONDAY

Daytime Variable Condition cloudiness

Daytime Sunny and cloudy Condition

Daytime Condition

Isolated showers

20% P.O.P. 17°C High 4°C Low Wind SE 5 km/h 24/Hr Rain

30% P.O.P. 15°C High 5°C Low Wind NE 5 km/h 24/Hr Rain 1-2 mm

P.O.P. High Low Wind 24/Hr Rain

40% 16°C 4°C S 5 km/h 1-3 mm

The Valley Sentinel Wednesday September 01, 2010 • 19

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20 • Wednesday September 01, 2010 The Valley Sentinel RE/MAX Centre City • 1679 15th Avenue • Prince George BC V2L 3X2 • 1-250-562-3600

The Right Agent... For Today’s Market.

201 DOMINION STREET, MCBRIDE, BC

$140,000

- VENDOR MOVING - 5 bdrm, 2 bath - On 2 fenced lots - Nice heritage home - Many upgrades & renos - Insulated 18 x 30 garage - Quiet neighbourhood

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14510 BLACKMAN ROAD, TETE JAUNE CACHE, BC 1365 S HWY 5 VALEMOUNT, BC

$159,000

2300 WESTLUND ROAD, MCBRIDE, BC

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- Immaculate home - 2 bdrm, 2 bthrm - Large attached garage - Paved yard, nice trees - Wheelchair ramp - Large 3/4 acre corner lot - Price slashed $51,500!

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- Vast valley view parcel - Cleared 9.15 acres - 3 bdrm Modular home - Guest cottage & gardens - On mountain water - Best view in the area

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Why Use a REALTOR®?

The Agency Relationship REALTORS® work within a legal relationship called agency. The agency relationship exists between you, the principal, and your brokerage, the company under which the individual representing you is licensed. The essence of the agency relationship is that the brokerage has the authority to represent the principal in dealings with others.

Brokerages and their licensees are legally obligated to protect and promote the interests of their principals as they would their own. Specifically, the brokerage has the following duties.

Undivided loyalty. The brokerage must protect the principal’s negotiating position at all times, and disclose all known facts which may affect or influence the principal’s decision.

To obey all lawful instructions of the principal. information courtesy of www.bcrea.bc.ca/buyers/why_use.htm

An obligation to keep the confidences of the principal.

The REALTOR® Commitment You’re trusting a REALTOR® with your most valuable possession: your home. REALTORS® take this responsibility very seriously. Here’s what a REALTOR® promises: Your REALTOR® is highly trained Your REALTOR® is continuously trained Your REALTOR® does everything by the book Your REALTOR® is an ethical businessperson

Your dealings with a REALTOR® are insured Opportunity for recourse Your REALTOR® will grant you access to the exclusive Multiple Listing Service®

More information about the REALTOR® commitment, plus buying or selling your home, including step-by-step guides, checklists, expectations and questions for your REALTOR® and information about REALTORS®’ extensive training and Code of Ethics, visit www.howrealtorshelp.ca.

Real estate transactions are among the largest financial investments that most people make. A trained professional can help make the experience pleasant and rewarding. In fact, with the assistance of a real estate professional, property sells faster and for a higher price.

To exercise reasonable care and skill in performing all assigned duties.

To account for all money and property placed in a brokerage’s hands while acting for the principal.

You can expect competent service from your brokerage, knowing that the company is bound by ethics and the law to be honest and thorough in representing a property listed for sale or lease. Both buyer/tenant and seller/landlord can be represented by their own brokerages in a single transaction.

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