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Congratulations Grads!

Valemount Secondary School Graduating Class of 2010 were all smiles as they took part in a fun filled grad weekend. The official ceremony took place on Satuday, at 2:00 p.m. in the Secondary School gym.

ENVIRONMENT

More cows go missing from Dunster farm five or six days ago.” One ley, he has never had a Local: Three more cows have gone missing from Dr. Tom Vogel’s farm in Dunster. of the cows has since problem with bears and

Joshua Estabrooks EDITOR@THEVALLEYSENTINEL.COM

ivestock owners in Dunster are facing something many have never encountered before in their tenure in the Valley. One large bull, two birthing cows and a yearling have been injured or killed already last month, and now within the last

WEATHER WEDNESDAY High: 16°C Low: 4°C Details pg 14

two weeks three more adult cows have gone missing. The latest victim of what is suspected to be a large black or grizzly bear is Doctor Tom Vogel, who has had three 1,200-pound cows disappear. “The first one went missing about ten days ago and the other two have gone missing about

been recovered, as it was found buried in a wooded section of his property. Vogel said that a conservation officer came out and discovered black bear signs in the area the cow was found. “They weren’t finding any grizzly bear signs but a black bear had been there working on the animal.” Vogel said, like the other farmers in the Val-

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his adult cows in the

same animal. “Anything is possible. He would have that range and ca-

“...a black bear had been there working on the animal.”~ Tom Vogel

main valley, and given the proximity of his farm to the other incidents, it may very well be the

Activities .....................pg 14 Weather ......................pg 14 Real Estate .......... pgs 15, 16

pability. I would say we are 8 or 9 kms from Martin’s farm and Wall’s farm is about 6 kms from me.”

So far, to the best of his knowledge, Vogel is the most recent victim of whatever is out there killing cows. He said it is ironic that he has had more incidents in the main valley then when he puts his cows up Castle Creek near McBride. “I do lose up there too but it is more acceptable when you’re infringing on their environment. Here they’re kind of infringing on mine.”

COMING NEXT WEEK

VALEMOUNTAIN DAYS PHOTOS

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• CANADIAN TIRE • FIELDS

2 • Wednesday June 09, 2010 The Valley Sentinel We’re on the final countdown!!!

Valemountain Days

Tete Jaune Hall upgrades

is just around the corner and here are the weekend events. Check it out. Some of the events have time changes.

Friday, June 11 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm – Events on 5th 5th Ave from Cedar to Dogwood B.B.Q. - $3.00 Sponsored by Marketplace IGA Children’s Novelty Games (free) Cotton Candy – by IGA Teddy Bear Clinic (free) – by Shop Easy Bring your favorite teddy bear or toy in for a check-up 7:00 pm - Ball Games start at the Sports Grounds 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Valemount Idol try-outs – Secondary School Theatre

Saturday, June 12 Admission Prices to the Grounds Children under 5 – free Children 5 - 12 - $1.00 Teens and Seniors - $2.00 Adults - $3.00 Family Rate - $ 8.00 Make sure you keep your ribbon for free admission on Sunday 8:00 am - Ball Games start at both Ball Diamonds 10:00 am Parade Line Up – train crossing nearest the Valemount Hotel 10:30 am Parade marshalling and judging begins 11:00 am Parade starts on Main Street – continues down 5th Ave. Parade Awards at parade end (Side of Community Hall) 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Quilter’s Guild Display – Community Hall 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Beer Gardens open 12:00 – 4:00 Horseshoe Tourney 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm - Inflatable Games– in the arena - $15.00 entry gives an all day pass 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm Chicken Crap Bingo 12:00 pm RCMP Children’s Bike Rodeo (Free) – in the arena 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Cotton Candy – at the bandstand 4:00 pm VALEMOUNT IDOL – FINALS – at the bandstand 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Lions Steak B.B.Q. – at the sports grounds 9:00 pm Adult Dance – NO MINORS – Curling Rink Tickets $10 / person available at the door. PLEASE USE DESIGNATED DRIVERS

Sunday, June 13 Admission Free with ribbon or rates the same as Saturday 8:00 am – 10:30 am Pancake Breakfast – sports grounds 9:00 am Ball Games start – both diamonds 10:00 am Loggers events behind the sports plex Entry fee and Cash Prizes Sign up sheet available Saturday at the Community Hall Gate Sunday – sign up at the event Space is limited for some events so be sure to sign up early!! 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Art at the Hall – Community Hall Art Show, Demonstrations and Sale 12:00 – 4:00 pm Cotton Candy – at the bandstand 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Full Concession on grounds 12:00 – 2:00 – Horseshoe Tourney 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Outdoor Bingo 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Beer Gardens open 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Inflatable Games and Mini-Arcade – in the arena. $15.00 entry gives you an all day pass

2:00 pm Sunday Only!!

Pie Toss

Kid – bring the Dad or Mom • Mom or Dad – bring the Kid Have your picture taken – with or without pie on your face!! 3:00 pm Watermelon Eating Contest – by the tents Prizes by age categories REMEMBER – TO ENTER A FLOAT IN THE PARADE IS FREE ! CALL JANE AT 566-4160 - IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO PARTICIPATE !

Garry Wallace/Submitted

(L-R) Byron Bustin, Mike Lewis, Duane Tichenor and Jason Cinnamon supply some elbow grease during a work day at the Tete Jaune Hall over the weekend.

he Tete Jaune Community Hall has recently been undergoing some much-needed upgrades. Members of the community have been looking into repainting the building, as well as upgrading the well and water system. Tete Jaune resident, Garry Wallace, who has been doing some of the refurbishing work, said that the community has also installed new doors and windows, as well as working on the heating system to reduce energy costs over the winter. “All buildings need updating at some point, and I am amazed that the wood is still pretty good,” said Wallace. The cedar on the hall was originally painted with a mixture of diesel and transmission oil, said Wallace, so it took him a while to find the right paint to use to cover it up. “I spent time phoning all the paint companies and chemists and all of them told me you have to reside it or plane it off because of the petroleum product. We spent about a year looking at all the different alternatives and we went with the cheapest option we could

find.” Wallace said it has been over thirty years since the hall has been painted, and the group is looking for anyone who is willing to help or donate to assist them in finishing the job. “We need help putting it on. We don’t have the paint for the other three sides yet either.” Community members will be having a number of workdays over the summer, and wish to invite anyone who wants to come out and lend a hand to let them know. This weekend a handful of volunteers spent some time painting the side of the building, but more hands are always welcome, said Wallace. The money for the well and water system will be coming from the Regional District. Wallace also extended an invitation to the community for the Tete Jaune annual Father’s Day Barbecue. Dinner will begin at 5:00, but there will be games before and after. “Tickets for steak or hamburgers can be purchased at Infinity.”

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William VANDERZWAN

Dustin YETTER

William DEULING

Class of:

2010

Our apologies to William, Dustin and William for last week’s mixup. They did indeed graduate in 2010.

Valemountain Days is here! Joshua Estabrooks editor@thevalleysentinel.com

he 31st annual Valemountain Days is ready to kick off this weekend, and Chair of the Valemountain Days Committee, Christine Torgerson, said she is excited for the events to get

rade will be heading down 5th Avenue at 11:00 a.m. and then the place to be is the sports grounds, where a minimal admission fee will get you in to watch the ball games, try your hand in the horseshoe tournament, access to the beer gardens, Valemount Idol

“We need volunteers to run different events, to sit at the gates, to help with the concession.”~ Christine Torgerson

underway. The popular weekend, formerly known as Sports day, will begin with an evening of kids events on 5th Avenue, including a BBQ, Teddy Bear Clinic, Cotton Candy and Novelty Games. Then at 7:30 p.m. everyone in town is invited to the Valemount Secondary School Theatre, where the second Valemount Idol competition will take place. “We really want people to come to the theatre and see this so it will grow bigger and better every year.” On Saturday, the pa-

finals at the bandstand and the opportunity to have a steak dinner provided by the Lions Club. “Make sure you keep your ribbon for access on Sunday as well,” said Torgerson. “And don’t forget to come out and dance the night away at the curling rink at 9:00 p.m.” On Sunday, the logging sports always draw an eager crowd of spectators, said Torgerson, and this year’s event will surely live up to expectations. “Throughout the weekend we will have inflatable games and mini

arcade for the kids in the arena. It’s always a riot for the little ones, and we dropped the price to $15.00 this year to make it more affordable.” Fun with food can be had during the pie toss at 2:00 p.m. and the watermelon-eating contest at 3:00 p.m. said Torgerson. “We haven’t made any major changes to the events this year. We’re just going to carry on the best we can. We are always open for suggestions and volunteers.” The committee is looking for volunteers, said Torgerson, to help out with a variety of aspects of the weekend long event. “We need volunteers to run different events, to sit at the gates, to help with the concession. Any number of positions is available, for about two hour shifts. We’re not asking people to work the whole day.” Anyone interested in helping out is asked to call Torgerson, at 250566-4688.

New book lending library

Birgit Stutz Contributor McBride has a new book lending library. Located at the Robson Valley Recreation Centre, The book lending library is a component of the McBride Adult Literacy Program. “The program is the only literacy service in our community which provides literacy needs through individual support and counselling, community education and outreach,” said Jen Quam, McBride Adult Literacy Program Co-ordinator. “Some of the services we offer are oneto-one counselling and tutoring, group sessions and workshops, General Equivalency Diploma training and support, the annual women’s fair, computer assistance, resume writing and the seniors community calendar published in the Little McBride Paper once a month. The book lending library is the newest component to the McBride Adult Literacy Program. I need to thank the RVRC for their partnership in this project as well as the McBride and District Public Library who donated a box of books.” Quam, who also donated a box of books from her home, said there are books for all ages from young children through adult and a variety of different reads, including fiction and non fiction. “It is my hope that the book lending library will be utilized by adults and youth while they are participating in functions at the rec centre.”

r Community Forest Society e t s n u D Registered Society # S- 0049465 Incorporated 21 July, 2005

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Notice is hereby given that the Dunster Community Forest Society Community Forest Agreement – K30 Forest Stewardship Plan will be available for public review and comment at the Dunster General Store during regular store hours. The public review and comment period runs from June 9, 2010 up to and including August 9, 2010. All comments must be received in writing no later than August 9, 2010. Please submit comments to the attention of Archie McLean P.O. Box 15 Dunster, B.C. V0J 1J0.

Anyone wanting to donate to the book lending library can either drop books off at the Robson Valley Support Society office or at the book lending library itself. The McBride Literacy Program has an estimated client base of 25% functionally illiterate individuals needing help understanding mail and requiring assistance filling out forms. According to Statistics Canada’s Community Profile 2006, in the Robson Valley, 63 per cent of the labour force over the age of 15 has either obtained only their high school diploma or none at all. Literacy is typically described as the ability to read and write. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) defines literacy as the “ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, compute and use printed and written materials associated with varying contexts.” “I think literacy is a way for individuals to further develop their knowledge of their own environment, their community, their province, country, and world,” said Quam. “I encourage anyone with a literacy interest or anyone requiring specific assistance to contact the McBride Adult Literacy Program through the Robson Valley Support Society at 250-569-2266.” Quam said she is also interested in starting a book club. “People can contact me for that too.”

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» DAVE MARCHANT

editor@thevalleysentinel.com

Keep the letters flowing!

s an editor, you know people are engaged with your newspaper when the letters pour in like a raging waterfall. Letters to the editor are one of my favourite parts of any publication, as they are one of the few places the reader gets to have their say, with little to no interference by any outside influence. The letters page is like one giant print based coffee shop. People come in, have a look around, and join in on a discussion if it catches their interest. Having a forum like this for discussion is incredibly important, as it allows people who may not normally vocalize their opinions to do so in a respectful and meaningful way. The recent flurry of discussion surrounding the McBride Community Forest may just go down in history as the one topic that has garnered the most face time on the letters section of the newspaper. It is obviously an incredibly important entity, regardless of which side of the discussion you sit. And it has brought out some fine writing, by you, the public. In any entity that has ties to the local political system, the discussions can get rather intense, and many people who normally keep to themselves can quickly find themselves as strong voices for their particular side of the issue. So far, I believe the letters to the editor on this subject have been incredibly informative and honest in their attempt to explain each side of the dispute. The diversity in perspectives is many, and it is refreshing to see your opinions each and every week. Discussions, if kept above the belt, are the glue that holds our society together. It’s been this way since the beginning of time, and it is truly an honour to be this Valley’s marketplace for ideas and opinion. I trust you find this page as interesting and engaging as I do.

Woops! Last week’s letter entitled “You should be concerned” was written by Phil Marsh of McBride. Subscriptions

» MAILBAG

Setting the record straight Dear Editor;

am writing this letter to correct misinformation that was stated in your letter “You Should Be Concerned” that was published in your June 2, 2010 issue of The Valley Sentinel. The letter in the paper was unsigned, however, it was later confirmed that Mr. Phil Marsh had submitted the letter. I would like to clarify that inaccurate figures have been provided regarding the amount of money that the village is spending on having the consultant conduct the survey. The Village of McBride has budgeted a total of $36,000 for the process to review the structure of the McBride Community Forest Board and the consultant hired will be receiving approximately $6,000 for her services, which, has been accounted for in the figure budgeted. The remaining $30,000 will be allocated, if necessary, by the Village of McBride based on information received from the public consultation process. Also, in your article “Community Forest holds AGM and introduces consultant”, Mr. Birnie was quoted saying “they have hired someone with no forestry experience.” Once again, this is incorrect. The individual hired by the Village of McBride has several years of forestry experience working for a large forest company and numerous dealings with other forest industry members. Joshua Estabrooks

The Village of McBride staff, administration, Mayor and Council is committed to ensuring that accurate information is available to our community. Anyone is welcome to come to the Village Office for information and we will assist you whenever possible. Eliana Clements CAO McBride

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» MAILBAG

Oh Canada!

They’re all good people

Thanks Stephen

Dear Editor;

h Canada, what have we become? You can judge a man by the company he keeps, likewise a nation. Recently we rolled out the red carpet for a most unsavoury lot, George Bush, Tony Blair, Binyamin Netanyahu, each and every one should be tried for war crimes. Not in Canada of course, we just don’t work that way. We spend a lot of taxpayer’s money to make sure nothing embarrassing happens to these notorious hypocrites. When Suharto came to Vancouver in ‘97 he brought his own armed security guards with him and the Mounties did their bit by dumping pepper spray on protesters. Similarly in 2002, Netanyahu had his own snipers placed on the rooftops at Concordia University before he dared to attempt a speech there. Got to hand it to the students, they braved tear gas and batons but managed to make their point, Netanyahu put his tail between his legs and cancelled his speech. Meanwhile our own government supplied the riot squads that beat and gassed the students. So what do you have to do to be declared persona non grata by the Canadian government? Ask George Galloway. You likely don’t know George as he is not allowed to speak in Canada. George is denied entry on the grounds that he has “terrorist connections.” As a peace activist and long time British parliamentarian George hardly fits the description of terrorist, it seems that his criminal deed was to lead humanitarian relief convoys into Gaza. According to our government that is a crime. It also appears that it is not acceptable to discuss such things as Israeli war crimes. Israel illegally invaded Palestine in 1967 and has occupied that country ever since. Numerous UN resolutions have been passed demanding that Israel withdraw its troops; all have been ignored. Israelis continue to bulldoze villages and destroy crops at will. When Palestinians retaliate they are branded terrorists and the oppression continues. This is thievery and murder at the highest level and all of the smarmy lies can not change that. Since 1967 Israelis have demolished 24,145 Palestinian homes and have established 223 Jewish only settlements on Palestinian land. These settlements are strategically placed and control the best farmland and water sources. Between 2000 and 2009, 124 Jewish children have been killed by hostile actions. During that same period 1,441 Palestinian children were killed, however Western media seldom reports Palestinian casualties. Oh, one more figure, the United States provides Israel about $7 million per day in military aid alone. Our Canadian government, whether Liberal or Conservative, continues to claim that we are staunch allies and good friends of Israel. The recent attack on an unarmed aid convoy has got to be an all time low, even for Zionists. Canada’s official response is that the Israeli government should conduct an investigation. I want the world to know, my government does not represent me.

n regard to the ongoing letters and comments about the McBride Community Forest Corporation and particularly the present board of directors of the MCFC (including Dennis Rejman, who has just recently stepped down) I would simply like to say this: I see these people almost daily, some in their professional capacity, some in their capacity as village councillors, all as community volunteers, and friends. All of them are highly respected, honest, trustworthy, hardworking people , all for whom integrity and fairness are very important. I also know that none of them became part of the board of directors for ulterior motives, and none of them would ever stoop to the sensationalistic, self-serving comments made by some of the Take Back Our Forest group. I thank all of the board and staff of the McBride Community Forest Corporation for the hard work and contributions they and the corporation itself have made to this Valley. Carol Hammar McBride

Com. Forest conundrum Dear Editor; It is no secret I am no fan of community forests and the social aspect of my reasons are now obvious. Someone has to run things and a politburo will inevitably emerge. Even if a good job of managing is done envy will arise and cause dissension among people. If everyone owns something it is hard to get a consensus for operation. No matter how the governing body is structured this will happen. Then we can look forward [backward?] to spending the profits. If, of course, there are any, as socialist endeavors rarely produce much. Do you put all the asset benefits back into the production and hire people or make a profit and spend it on much needed things like a community hall? Then there is the inherent attack on freedom that this “community” mentality represents and in the long run this is the biggest problem. If socialism worked people would have been climbing over the wall into Russia instead of being shot trying to escape. Community forests represents the latest vote buying practices of the provincial government and the shame is in the voters who elected them. Not that we had a lot of choices, but we have been going down this road for a long time now. MCFC represents about ten potential woodlots, owned by individuals operating according to provincial forest practices, with freedom to make choices and operate in a free market. My advice would be to turn it back and make woodlots out of it before it does further damage to the community. Small business doesn’t always succeed but it allows for the broadest combination of success and freedom.

Margaret McKirdy Valemount

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just read in the Citizen’s Agenda Fund that the Harper government sent a clear message that it still has its head stuck in the sand. I was surprised to hear that Harper would admit his head was stuck in the sand. God bless him for having the courage. Some of us are gradually learning that we can look after the environment. We have no jobs. We never did approve of clear-cut logging. Why cut all the trees down and burn them? Why expend extra energy when we are starving? Some of us are getting too old for that, and our lungs suffer from the smoke in the air. Just ask your doctor. My doctor says that if I spend a little more energy cleaning up the environment I would stay in better health, so I am writing to Stephen Harper and letting him know that his suggestion has improved my health.

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Community Service Listings VALEMOUNT • 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 • VALEMOUNT CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY CENTRE Board Meeting 2nd Mon.7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion. • 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 • 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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ROBSON VALLEY WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

JUNE 11

FRIDAY

JUNE 12/13

SATURDAY/SUNDAY

MONDAY JUNE 15

TUESDAY

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

JUNE 16

• VALEMOUNTAIN DAYS STARTS!!

JUNE 18

• Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM •

JUNE 25

• Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM •

JULY 02 • Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM

JULY 03/04

JUNE 26/27

• Father’s Day Barbeque on Sunday June 20th at 5pm Tete Jaune Hall. Pot Luck: Salad’s and Desserts only. Tickets available at Infinity

JUNE 19/20

• VALEMOUNTAIN DAYS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

JUNE 10

JUNE 14 • Valemount Rec Volleyball VSS 7PM MCBRIDE • TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit • 7-9 PM VFD mtbg @ Fire Hall

JUNE 23

• Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM

JUNE 9

• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am • McBride E-Free Church -Dropin Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

JUNE 22

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM • Toastmasters 7:30-9:30pm Best Western

JUlY 01

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM • Toastmasters 7:30-9:30pm Best Western

JUNE 21

• Valemount Rec Volleyball VSS 7PM MCBRIDE • TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit • 7-9 PM VFD mtbg @ Fire Hall

JUNE 30

•CANADA DAY! JOIN IN THE CELEBRATIONS AROUND TOWN

Coming Events

• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am • McBride E-Free Church -Dropin Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

JUNE 29

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

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» MAILBAG

Might doesn’t make right Dear Editor;

ake Back Our Forest (TBOF) has raised many issues regarding the management and practices of the McBride Community Forest (MCF) but have not produced any evidence to support these claims. They launched a campaign against MCF that has been on going since Feb. 2010. You need to ask yourself “What is the reason for this?” Lets be clear, it started with a mill owner and the issue was supplying wood to the mill. Contrary to what you’ve been hearing, MCF has no issue and has never had an issue with supplying wood to the mill. Now you know what started all of this, the real reason why MCF is under attack. The TBOF people have been shameless in their efforts to gain control Of MCF. They have been spinning a story, making claims about how poorly MCF has been managed, and made every effort to discredit MCF in any way they can. They have openly slammed the board of directors and believe that if you don’t have experience in the forest industry that you can’t make decisions about the operations and management of MCF. They have also been very aggressive and nasty in the way they have been attacking the board of directors and McBride Village Council. TBOF would like the MCF directors, the Mayor and village council to roll over and resign and make things easy for them. They have been doing everything they can to have these people fired or removed from their respective positions. Their methods leave much to be desired.... threatening people, using vague, broad sweeping and generalized statements such as, “many people have told us” or “many mill owners have told us;” never any specifics and never anything that actually substantiates any of their unfounded claims. Basically, ”making a mountain out of a mole hill.” TBOF would like you to believe that because they had 60 people attend their first meeting that they have the support of all of those people but that simply is not true. There were in FACT several people present who don’t support them at all and there was one person who stated, “I think that someone has a vendetta against MCF!” I believe that this person hit the nail on the head. What I find most interesting are the most vocal TBOF people, Loranne Martin, Al Birnie and Mike Monroe, all former MCF directors, who are crying that they were removed from the board because they choose not to sign a simple confidentiality agreement. Anyone who was acting in the best interest of the community would have no problem signing it. It was their choice not to sign it. Why wouldn’t they sign? I guess it was too hard to openly attack and discredit the board when they were part of it. However, in my opinion, their choice not to sign the agreement shows a lack of personal integrity and conveniently removes them from any accountability for their actions. How can anyone believe that they are

going to act in the best interest of the community? What experience does Loranne Martin have with regards to the forest industry? Al Birnie by his own admission has none. He was an editor, which explains all the letters. Mike Monroe, a wood lot owner, may have some. He certainly knows how to grind an axe. The point I’m making here is these people DO NOT have the expertise, knowledge or understanding of the forest industry or its practices. They have not produced a solid working plan showing how they hope to achieve their goals. In fact, so far they have given us nothing but vague, ever changing thoughts and ideas on how they might operate MCF. Do any of them have business backgrounds? The very things that they are criticizing MCF about are in fact their own weaknesses. Why should anyone believe that TBOF can do a better Job? My money is on McBride Community Forest, which has been operating as a viable business generating many good things for the Village of McBride. I also would like to add; I find TBOF’s treatment of MCF board members and Village Council incredibly offensive, rude and ignorant. These are honest people who have given their time and energy to sit on these boards. These people are not getting rich doing this and are trying in good faith to give back to their community in a positive manner. They most certainly do not deserve this. Of course when people (TBOF) are trying to rally the troops they are willing to blindly lash out at anyone who gets in their way. At the AGM meeting they showed their true colors. Mike Monroe is certain that MCF has not been filing their tax returns properly since 2002 and if there is a potential for a liability issue for the village, he wanted it on the record. Just to show how vindictive these people are and low they will sink to make their point, Phil Marsh has called the Canada Revenue Agency and told them “he thinks there’s a problem with the MCF income tax returns.” I want EVERYONE in McBride to know that if there ever is a re-audit, and a liability issue arises for the Village, you can thank Mike Monroe, Phil Marsh and all the rest of the TBOF people. I wonder, what if Mike Monroe is wrong about this? Do you think he will apologize to MCF? I doubt it. In closing, the real sadness here is the way TBOF is fracturing the Community. Most of the people from McBride are hard working, decent, honest people and live here because they want to live in a peaceful and harmonious Community! So I say to the member of TBOF “Might doesn’t make right!” Dee Ellingham McBride

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» COMMUNITY

Dynamic duo to perform Joshua Estabrooks

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ndie pop duo Erin & Jeremy are about to hit the road for their 2010 British Columbia tour. The pair will be performing to support their new CD release, we like to dance & leap

long playing in bands with people who drove us nuts,” said Stewart. “After a while, we realized that if each of us were going to work with other musicians, we should at least choose people we really like working with! And that narrowed it down a

“We spent way too long playing in bands with people who drove us nuts”~ Jeremy Stewart

& run around in parks at night EP. Accompanying them on the road will be Jude, their little white dog. For Erin Arding and Jeremy Stewart, music and partnership have been intertwined since before the beginning. Jeremy introduced Erin’s band before the two had met; they wouldn’t meet until two years later when Erin introduced herself to Jeremy at a show he was playing. Throughout their courtship, Erin and Jeremy wrote love songs to each other and played music together in various bands. Now married, they perform each others’ songs, steeped in folk, pop, and rock traditions. Harmony singing, acoustic and electric guitar, drum machine loops, accordion, synth, tambourine, and harmonica round out their sound. Despite their early connection through music, the idea of putting together a live act consisting only of one another took time to click. “We spent way too

little.” A tour seemed like the perfect way to bring the project to life, giving them a way to share their music with a broader audience. The duo recorded a new CD in their home studio.

Erin & Jeremy make music that is fun, catchy, and full of pep. Together or on their own, they have shared stages with such beloved artists as Geoff Berner, Morlove, Raghu Lokanathan, Peter Katz, David Roy Parsons, and Juno nominee Marcel Gagnon. Their live show is packed with carefully crafted, heartfelt pop songs, rowdy stories of their misadventures, and lively, multi- instrumental performance. Erin & Jeremy have found their musical focus and they are ready to rock! The duo will be in Valemount on Wednesday, June 16 at the Anglican/United Church. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12.00 and will be available at Infinity.

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» COMMUNITY

Innovative power reliability solutions for the Valley Russ Purvis Contributor

public meeting that delivers some potentially big news for the Valley is rare. I only say potentially because the devil is in the details. However, the public meeting on June 3rd in McBride offered substance to the proposal that was generated on May 21st. The meeting on May 21st, organized by Transportation Minister Shirley Bond, our MLA, included: McBride Mayor Mike Frazier, key BC Hydro executives including Chairman of the Board Dan Doyle, representatives from the BC Transmission Corporation and local Independent Power Producers. It appears the right people meeting at the right time have brought about a plan for action. The issues driving BC Hydro and the Village of McBride as the hub for local business activity are: a) power reliability in the RobsonValley is amongst the worse in BC; b) reliable firm power is a health, safety, and economic issue for residents and businesses; c) power reliability is a key component for attracting new business to the RobsonValley; d) BC Hydro’s Green Energy Development Plan looks “to a future with more green energy in BC’s system.” The current progress is the result of at least seven

years of discussions according to Mayor Mike Frazier. “It has been a team effort, including significant support from the Regional District. There were many frustrating meetings at the North Central Local Government Assoc. and The Union of British Columbia Municipalities on this subject over the years.” BC Hydro’s jointly proposed solution includes: • Installation of a Biodiesel Generator system with 4.5 MW capacity into McBride before Winter 2010, if possible. This is seen as a temporary back up only. • Creation of a Task Force to come up with a reliable firm energy solution for year around operation to be implemented in a less than five-year scenario. The Task force is to be in place by July 20th. • Improve vegetation management: Tree related outages contribute to 47% of outages in our area. BC Hydro’s Community Relations Manager, Dan von Hollen, noted, “community acceptance is key for the success of any implementation plan. Additional public input is invited though the Village of McBride as the public voice on the Task Force. The Task Force is expected to include: BC Hydro management, the Mayor of McBride or a delegate, representatives from the Robson Valley IPPs, and others as mutually agreed with BC Hydro.” Mayor Frazier said, “Shirley Bond is likely to stay actively involved. Minister of Energy Blair Lekstrom might also have some active

interest.” Frazier said that 4.5 MW is likely to just handle the Village of McBride if an emergency should come up. However with the needs of the Valley at 8.5 MW winter peak loads he intends to push for synchronized remote switches at the local IPPs. He believes this could allow the Valley to continue functioning without long-term interruptions until the desired permanent solution is implemented. Innovation could come in several forms. Biomass is being proposed as a firm power source supplied by an IPP to complement the seasonal aspects of water based IPP power generation for the Valley. “Creativity for the best possible solutions is being encouraged. Partnerships with BC Hydro are a possible outcome,” said von Hollen. The result of an integrated plan that looks the most likely, according to Frazier is the “construction of a 138 kilovolt line with substations from Jackman Flats to McBride, est. costs $18-23 million. This capacity should handle the peak load of the existing and proposed IPPs, including the Holmes River project. The local IPP poised to implement the biomass portion of the project to be based in McBride is ecoTECH.” According to von Hollen there are still some technical discussions ahead with regard to the biomass component. He expects the Task Force to identify and move to implement the best solution.

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Corporation of the Village of McBride Notice of Presentation of Annual Report Please take notice that the Village of McBride Council will be approving the Municipality’s 2010 Annual Report on June 22, 2010 at 7:30 pm at the regular scheduled Village Council Meeting. A copy of the report is available for viewing at the office of the Village of McBride at 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC during regular office hours from June 8, 2010 to June 22, 2010. Eliana Clements Chief Administrative Officer Dated: June 8, 2010

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East Portal Closure/ Mount Robson Park Please be advised that the East Portal day use site in Mount Robson Park will be closed for the summer season. East Portal is located on Highway 16 at the BC/Alberta border. The site will have a variety of facilities and interpretive displays that will reflect the areas status as a component of the Yellowhead Pass National Historic Site.

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» Valemount Grad 2010

Dustin Yetter gets a little help from his mother, Lynn, before the ceremony.

Principal Dan Kenkel presents Joey Stusiak with his graduation scroll.

Ainsley McGuire catches the valedictorian, William Deuling, by the tails as they prepare for the ceremony.

Shelley Mainprize, Chelsea Plamondon and Lynn Yetter sing O’Canada to begin the ceremony.

Lynsie Shalla receives some tips on how to properly accessorize while the rest of the girls get ready. Photos By Joshua Estabrooks/ The Valley Sentinel

Trevor Beeson and Katherine Vena recall their graduation ceremony, and how much they paid attention in class throughout high school.

Village of Valemount

Notice of Preparation and Presentation of the Municipal Annual Report June 22, 2010 @ 7:00 pm Council Chambers 735 Cranberry Lake Road After the scrolls are handed out, the photo scrum begins where parents and friends scramble to get the perfect class picture.

Please take notice that the Village of Valemount is currently in the process of preparing its 2010 Annual Report. Draft copies of the Report are available for viewing at the Village Oﬃce.

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» Travel

Travel Diary: Episode 4 (Travel goals and observations)

ust under three months in a foreign country and I’m starting to get the hang of it. Goal number one: become a detective-like observer and recorder of culture and everything I experience, while inconspicuously working on my tan in an attempt to blend in. Number two: get a good start down the long road to conquering Spanish, and most recently I’ve taken up cooking like a Costa Rican, all natural, healthy and cheap. On a daily basis, my observations reminded of how similar the tourism industry is in Supernatural British Columbia, “The Best Place on Earth”, and Costa Rica (CR), paradise where the official slogan of the tourist industry is, “Costa Rica: No Artificial Ingredients.” They do a great job at producing a natural, eco-friendly, tourist environment even if, as I’m reminded not to romanticize, it is only because it is profitable to protect the environment, which makes them money. Among their focuses are; community based tourism, sustainable travel, ecotourism, ethical tourism run by locals, and responsible travel, all things I believe are achievable in the Robson Valley. With these techniques, they try to build their economy without exploitation and overdevelopment, a model we in the Robson Valley stand to benefit from. There is a push towards luxury tourism, just as in BC, because these types of tourists spend more, however this standard of luxury runs the risk of straining the already fragile ecosystems.

CR seems to be aware of this. Right now, 92-95% of CR’s energy is hydro electric, geothermal and wind, which only leaves 5% contributed by fossil fuels. Through their prudent use of natural resources, they had banned open pit mining, but in the new administration, the ban has been lifted. The people are trying to reinstate the ban. The message I think is, where people decide to spend money makes a difference in a Country’s well being. Tourists and locals alike can do their part in supporting the community by buying local, paying fair prices and being selective and aware of whom you support. Do you know how large their carbon footprint is? I had the pleasure of talking with a few students from the University of Costa Rica, about CR’s rich biodiversity, their 100 species of trees, 300 types of tulips, 200 types of bats, and why they think the New York Times is right in saying that they are the happiest country in the world. Maydelline Chacon Campos, a Biology undergrad, cites a few of CR’s claims to fame as contributing to their happiness: including their strong democratic spirit and free elections, the fact that they are the first country to voluntarily abolish their military, and that their president Oscar Arias Sanchez, is a Nobel Prize winner. Their happiness is in stark contrast to how much money they have, or don’t have, proof that money does not buy happiness. One student, Lucas, feels that they have less so they have less to stress about, better coping strategies,

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and that their bureaucracy has made them patient and resilient. I also can’t help but wonder if their faith has something to do with it. I have not met a person in CR that doesn’t believe in God and that the world is happening by His will, in contrast to North America where I have very few friends with whom I can openly express a belief in God without being laughed at. In addition, their wealth is fairly well distributed, and stratification is minimal in comparison to North America where there is a large gap between the poverty line and the affluent. As a country, they have positive economic trends; they export coffee, bananas, and pineapples, and are one of the most prosperous countries in Latin America. They are also well educated, with a sensibility for eco-concerns, and commercial vitality. Campos told me that they plant almost three times as many trees as there are people in CR, whose population is around three million. Campaigns such as “The Earth” will plant a tree for you with your purchase. She says CR wants

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to challenge the world to plant a tree per person and she extends the challenge on to the Robson Valley. Lucas is a fan of a program where you can buy the rights to an old growth tree in order to protect it, because some of those trees contain as much biodiversity as all of England. I wonder if we do this in BC. He also talked about how the CR Government pays landowners to keep their properties forested, and doesn’t charge them taxes if they do so. I don’t imagine our government being as generous. One thing North America does have on CR is better recycling. Bottles line the streets here and make the most polluted river in Central America, the Virilla, appear white as they more than fill it. They are starting to organize some recycling. Metals are sent to Guatemala, plastics go to China and paper is recycled in CR. All differences aside, I appreciate how similar my new home is to my old home, and can’t help but want to share some of CR’s ideas with the Robson Valley.

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INVITATION TO TENDER 2010 McBride Infrastructure Upgrades The Village of McBride invites tenders for the construction of sanitary sewer, water distribution mains and water valve replacement. The works are located on the McBride Hospital site, and various locations around McBride, BC. The major work components include: -

Supply and Installation of 50m PVC sanitary sewer. Supply and Installation of 2 prebenched manholes. Supply and Installation of 55m C900 PVC Watermain. Removal of 6 existing water valves. Supply and Installation of 9 water valves. Supply and Installation of 2 water services.

Sealed tenders for –“Village of McBride – 2010 McBride Infrastructure Upgrades” will be received at the offices of the Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre, McBride, BC, V0J 2E0 until 1:00 p.m. local time, June 22, 2010 at which time all tenders will be publicly opened. Tender documents may be obtained from the office of the Village of McBride or from the office of R. Radloff & Associates Inc., 925 Vancouver Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 2P6, June 10th, 2010 upon deposit of a certified cheque in the amount of fifty ($50.00) dollars payable to the Village of McBride. The deposit will not be refunded. Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the tender package. Tenders must be accompanied by: a) A Bid Bond, Certified Cheque or Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of Ten (10%) percent of the tender price. b) A Consent of Surety relating to subsequent security arrangements for Performance and Labour and Materials payment guarantees. Bidders must provide proof of satisfactory completion of previous work of like kind. The lowest priced or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. A site visit will be held on June 15, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Please meet at the Village of McBride office, 100 Robson Centre. For inquiries please contact Chris Morgan, AScT, R. Radloff & Associates at 250-562-6861 (fax 250-562-6826).

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Village of McBride INVITATION TO TENDER Columbia Street Storm Sewer Improvements – Phase 2 The Village of McBride invites tenders for the construction of storm sewer and sanitary sewer replacement located in the alleys between 1st and 2nd Avenue and 2nd and 3rd Avenue in McBride, BC. The major work components include: -

Supply and Installation of PVC storm sewer. Supply and Installation of catch basin manholes, catch basins, and lawn basins. Removal and disposal of existing sanitary sewer piping and manholes. Replacement of sanitary sewer piping with PVC sewer pipe. Replacement of sanitary sewer manholes.

Sealed tenders for –“Village of McBride – Columbia Street Storm Sewer Improvements - Phase 2” will be received at the offices of the Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre, McBride, BC, V0J 2E0 until 3:00 p.m. local time, June 22, 2010 at which time all tenders will be publicly opened. Tender documents may be obtained from the office of the Village of McBride or from the office of R. Radloff & Associates Inc., 925 Vancouver Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 2P6, after May 31, 2010 upon deposit of a certified cheque in the amount of one hundred ($100.00) dollars payable to the Village of McBride. The deposit will not be refunded. Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the tender package. Tenders must be accompanied by: a) A Bid Bond, Certified Cheque or Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of Ten (10%) percent of the tender price. b) A Consent of Surety relating to subsequent security arrangements for Performance and Labour and Materials payment guarantees. Bidders must provide proof of satisfactory completion of previous work of like kind. The lowest priced or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

A site visit will be held on June 15, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. local time. Please meet at the Village of McBride office, 100 Robson Centre. For inquiries please contact Chris Morgan, AScT, R. Radloff & Associates at 250-562-6861 (fax 250-562-6826).

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TENDERS

INVITATION TO TENDER Community Lagoon Expansion Treatment Cell #2 Construction The Village of McBride invites tenders for the construction of a sewage treatment lagoon cell located adjacent to the existing sewage treatment lagoon cell on Frazier Lane in McBride, BC. The major work components include: - - - - - - -

Site Preparation Supply and Installation of PVC piping. Supply and Installation of gate valves. Excavation to embankment and haul to waste Supply and Installation of native clay liner. Supply and Installation of fencing. Supply and Installation of hydroseeding

Sealed tenders for –“Village of McBride – Community Lagoon Expansion Treatment Cell #2 Construction” will be received at the offices of the Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre, McBride, BC, V0J 2E0 until 2:00 p.m. local time, June 22, 2010 at which time all tenders will be publicly opened. Tender documents may be obtained from the office of the Village of McBride or from the office of R. Radloff & Associates Inc., 925 Vancouver Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 2P6, after May 31, 2010 upon deposit of a certified cheque in the amount of one hundred ($100.00) dollars payable to the Village of McBride. The deposit will not be refunded. Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the tender package. Tenders must be accompanied by: a) A Bid Bond, Certified Cheque or Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of Ten (10%) percent of the tender price. b) A Consent of Surety relating to subsequent security arrangements for Performance and Labour and Materials payment guarantees. Bidders must provide proof of satisfactory completion of previous work of like kind. The lowest priced or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

A site visit will be held on June 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. local time. Please meet at the Village of McBride office, 100 Robson Centre. For inquiries please contact Chris Morgan, AScT, R. Radloff & Associates at 250-562-6861 (fax 250-562-6826). AUTOMOBILES

1989 Plymouth Sundance. Good car for parts. Open to any offers. Contact 250 5693234 JUNE 9 GTS

1994 Jeep YJ. 4 Cyl, 5 speed, 196,000 km, hard-top and soft-top, 1/2 doors, new tires, studded winter tires on rims, no rust, very economical. $6000 obo. Call 250 5660090 APR 28 GTS

1989 Jeep Cherokee. 4 door, manual, very good shape. $2000 obo. Call 250 566-1212 JUNE 2 GTS

AUTOMOBILES

HOUSE FOR SALE

1993 Chrysler Concorde. 190,000 km, excellent condition, V6 engine. Asking $1850 obo. Call Mike @780 931-6253

1272 3rd Ave in Valemount. 2 bdrm house with basement newly renovated up & down. Price $129,000. MAY 26 GTS Open to offers. Call Joyanne at 250 542-5922 or Penni at 250 5662000 Chrysler Intrepid. 9192 Very good shape. 4 JUN 16 summer tires, 4 studded 4 winter tires $4000 obo. 1330 4th Ave. bdrm house in centre Phone 250 566-4555 MAY 19 GTS of Valemount. Large lot, garage, large 1998 Mercury Mystique. cabin, across from the 4 door auto loaded, park. Reduced price 2 sets of good tires. $289,500. Phone Joy$2500. Call 250 569- anne at 250 542-5922 or Penni at 250 5662471 APR 28 GTS 9192 JUN 16

The Valley Sentinel Wednesday June 09, 2010 • 13 Main: 250.566.4425 | Toll-free: 1.800.226.2129 | E-mail: classifieds@thevalleysentinel.com | Web: classifieds.thevalleysentinel.com IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of

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September 9, 1953 – June 12, 2005

What the heart has once known, It shall never forget. Love Forever and Always, Natasha, Brenden & Chrissy

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RENTALS OBITUARY

KEITH EDWARD SANSOM Sept 20, 1928 – June 3, 2010

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our husband and Dad, Keith Edward Sansom of Innisfail, Alberta. He passed away peacefully on June 3, 2010 surrounded by his family. Born in Jasper, Alberta Keith spent his formative years in McBride, B.C. where he met his treasured wife and partner, Ruth Bryant “the best thing that ever happened to him”. They left the Robson Valley in 1971 moving to Merritt, Valemount, Victoria and ending up in Innisfail, AB where they spent eight very happy years enjoying the beauty of the prairies. Learning to be self-sufficient at a young age, Keith gained a well-earned reputation summed up as “Keith can fix” and many of his happiest moments were spent under the hood of a car. He had a lifelong thirst for knowledge, which resulted in watching many hours of news every night on TV and reading several current-event magazines. However spring would always find him in his garden pampering his raspberries, and over the summer he would delight in growing enough fruits and veggies to share with all. Keith is survived by his devoted wife Ruth; Daughters Judy (Paul) of Calgary and Kathy (Mike) of Penhold, AB. He is also survived by his siblings; Brother Lloyd (Fern); Sisters Eleanor (Alton), Babe (Bill) and their families. The family would like to send a most heartfelt thank-you to our dear Dr. Miller and the Acute Care Staff at the Innisfail Health Care Centre. Their kindness and compassion knows no bounds. In honouring Keith’s wishes, no funeral service will be held.

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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. Perfect for winter and summer tourism B&B accommodation. Don’t miss out on a great business opportunity. Call now 250 615-8457

EMPLOYMENT

The Valemount & Area Chamber of Commerce Is seeking an employee that is qualified under the Student Summer Jobs Program Guidelines for Summer Employment. (8 week position @ 40 hrs per wk)

Eligible student employees must: • Have been registered, full-time students (between 15 & 30 years) during the preceding academic year and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year. • Be legally entitled to work in Canada and cannot have another full-time summer job.

The position involves the following:

• Working with the public and Chamber members. • General office duties that include researching on all levels of government sectors. • Attending meetings with Chamber.

Skills:

• Communication skills a necessity • Personable • Strong computer skills • Self starter • Able to work with little or no supervision • Organizational skills

Start date: June 28th. Please submit your resume to the following: Valemount & Area Chamber of Commerce Phone: 250-566-0061 Email: info@valemountchamber.com

WELL PUMPING

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LOCAL JOB POSTINGS

Updated June 9, 2010

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Banquet Supervisor Chambermaids (2) Cook / Chef Front Desk (4) Front Desk/ Reception Housekeepers (3) Motel Managers (Couple) Servers Specialty Cook ( International Cuisine)

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

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14 • Wednesday June 09, 2010 The Valley Sentinel

Activities to Entertain & Amuse PIONEER PHOTO

CROSSWORD AND SUDOKU

About this photo Description: Bill McAndrew and Angus McKirdy.

Date: 1949 Credits: Valemount Museum & Archives ID: 2003.17.155 Image: 117 of 117 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 Aries, you have never needed any help getting noticed and nothing is different about this week either. You will be the life of the party and others will flock to you.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, sit down with past bills and spend some time working through your finances. It is time to get a budget in place so you can stop some of the financial bleeding.

SAGITTARIUS-Nov 23/Dec 21

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 It’s time to let loose a little, Taurus, Though it may not seem like you have the permission to do so, go out and have fun and everything will be OK. Work certainly will wait.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, a battle of wills could put you in a peculiar spot on Tuesday. In your quest to have everything orderly, you actually cause a lot of confusion in the process.

CAPRICORN- Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you may need to rethink your priorities this week. A scenario that you had cast aside actually may be the way to go in the future. Give it a little more thought.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, things might be a struggle this week because you are so tired. You have had a lot of responsibilities and the tasks will continue through this week, too. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Delegation is your best friend this week, Cancer. With so much on your plate you will have to farm out some work to others or you will face a meltdown.

WEDNESDAY

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, big changes on the horizon excite you about things to come. Keep your head about you and work through each step a little at a time. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you like to be ahead of the game and this week you will find you’re planning for something that is still months ahead in the future. It’s alright to be prepared.

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

LAST WEEKS ANSWERS

Shift your thought processes from recreation to business, Sagittarius. An opportunity presents itself and you need to have your business sense in full force to work through the details.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Frustration and boredom are usually linked, Aquarius. You need to learn how to enjoy the things you have instead of looking toward other things that you can acquire. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, romantic endeavors are in full force this week. You would think that Valentine’s Day occurred in June.

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

MONDAY

Daytime Cloudy with Condition showers

Daytime Light Rain Condition

Daytime Variable Condition cloudiness

Daytime ThunderCondition showers

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

60% P.O.P. 14°C High 5°C Low Wind NE 5 km/h 24/Hr Snow 2-4 mm

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

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

40% P.O.P. 19°C High 5°C Low Wind W 5 km/h 24/Hr Rain

90% P.O.P. 18°C High 5°C Low Wind W 10 km/h 24/Hr Rain 5-10 mm

40% 16°C 4°C E 5 km/h 5-10 mm

20% 18°C 3°C E 5 km/h

20% 19°C 4°C S 5 km/h

The Valley Sentinel Wednesday June 09, 2010 • 15

The Valley Sentinel is seeking writers and/or photographers to cover news and events in the McBride area. Please contact Joshua at editor@ thevalleysentinel. com or call 250 566-4425. Positions available immediately.

Enjoy The Valley Sentinel with your morning cup of coffee!

Become your own Personal Trainer!

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Join us as you train, trim and shape yourself. Find out about: a. Nordic Walking - A Scandinavian Walking Style which involves all core muscles. Strengthening, stretching and relaxation exercises. 3 sessions (each 2 hours) $65

Date & Time: Thurs June 17th, Mon

June 21st, Thurs June 24th from 6 - 8pm. Meet at: The Gathering Tree and please wear walking shoes.

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Nordic Walking & Balanced Muscle Sequences are spine-friendly concepts and when included in to daily life & done regularly will contribute greatly to general well being!

For more info. Call Christa (German Physiotherapist) at 250 968-4462

• Large family home • Full finished basement • Good location • Affordable

McBRide, BC

REDUCED 1655 S Hwy 5 For Lease NEW!

the McBride ttrading rading Co. McBRide, BC • Well established business • Commercial kitchen • Variety of health supplements & organic foods

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169,000

v leMount, BC vA

3190 dore River Rd McBRide, BC

• 5.2 acres, 5km from McBride • Well-kept mobile with large addition • Good water, fruit trees • Perfect for hobby farm

1245 dorval Rd McBRide, BC

• 120 seat restaurant • Prime Hwy Frontage • Excellent opportunity!

259,000

lot 4, Pine Rd v leMount, BC vA

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249,000

332 dominion St

• Approx. 40 acre parcel • Minutes from Valemount • Extensive Swift Creek frontage • Very Unique • Excellent opportunity!

Date & Time: Wed Jun 16, Wed Jun

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59,000

McBRide, BC

502 Main St

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1102 4th Ave

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• Executive style home • Beautiful custom kitchen • All new bathrooms with custom tile • Legal suite, corner lot • Wonderful views

Irene Berndsen

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CELEBRATING Mcbride graduates Call to get your ads in now!

McBride Secondary School Graduation is June 26th, 2010 Advertising deadline is June 16th Feature will be published June 23rd Call Sharon to reserve your space today! 250.566.4425 | 1.800.226.2129

16 • Wednesday June 09, 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. 1040 Cypress Road, Valemount BC

$265,000

- Nice country rancher - Large 2.25 acre lot - 4 bdrm, 2 baths - Paved driveway - Immaculate & private

2345 Westlund Road, McBride, BC

$580,000

- Private horse farm - Immaculate family home - New 3 stall barn with loft - New garage and shop - Excellent location

4592 Mountainview Road, McBride, BC

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$350,000

- Spectacular view home - Renos completed - 5 bdrm, 4 baths - On 13.5 ac treed parcel - Perfect B&B or rec home

13292 Bunbury Road, Tete Jaune Cache, BC

$315,000

- Beautiful property - Mountainside cottage - Tastefully decorated - Awesome views - Treed 10 acre lot - Year round mountain stream

14510 Blackman Rd, Tete Jaune Cache, BC

$159,900

- Nice getaway property - Immaculate older mobile - Fenced yard and lawns - Excellent location - Four bedrooms w/family room

1890 Koeneman Road, McBride, BC - Excellent location - Nice home & shop - New sundeck & bathroom - Private semi treed yard - Garden spot

$399,000

361 Dominion Street, McBride, BC - Nice executive home - With shop on 3 lots - Immaculate estate sale - Natural wood craftsmanship - Priced to sell

$238,500

1097 5th Avenue, McBride, BC

$198,500

- Beautiful home - Bright and open - Five bedrooms - Large corner lot - Excellent gardens - Central location

Each office independently owned and operated.

Data is from sources believed to be reliable but accuracy is not guaranteed.

2300 Westlund Road, McBride, BC

Mountainview Road, McBride, BC - Prime 217 acre parcel - Riverfront property - Partially treed - Farmland or pasture - Good access & views

- Home & acreage - Semi treed 37 acres - Large 4 bdrm home - Shop & barn - Excellent location

$349,000

$375,000 100 Mountainview Road, McBride, BC

$398,000

- Country family home - Six bdrms, two baths - Excellent gardens and lawns - Large truck shop - 17.8 view acreage

831 Bridge Road, McBride, BC

$125,000

$185,000

$99,000 - Immaculate home - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom - Large attached garage - Paved yard, nice trees - Wheelchair ramp - Large 3/4 acre corner lot

- Nice house on two lots - Good garden & lawns - Setup for assisted living - Or 3 bdrm family home - Excellent Location

McBride S Road, McBride, BC

- Spacious 3 bedroom mobile - Nice one acre lot - Perfect location - Priced right

835 Beaven Crescent, Valemount, BC

$239,000

1155 3rd Avenue, McBride, BC

- Spectacular view lot - Level with access - 2 Acres on Dominion Creek - On water & Sewer - Ready to build on

934 5th Avenue, McBride, BC

249,000

- Immaculate home - First time on market - Excellent location - Oak kitchen - Detached garage

250-981-5742 or 250-569-0125 or Toll Free: 1-877-732-5767 • allanmiller@remax.net McBride, valeMount, and area www.robsonvalleyrealestate.ca

Al Miller

The hard-Working nice guy

Thank You . . . Valemount’s third Annual Spring Festival was a success due to all the sponsors, groups, individuals, and the town’s support! A big thank you to everyone! To Our Sponsors Adventure Management Best Western Valemount Inn & Suites The Loose Moose Pub Chalet Continental Hotel The Gathering Tree Valemount Hotel Valemount Pines Golf Course & R.V. Park

To Individuals and Groups Sarak Restaurant China House Restaurant Home Hardware Valemount Valemount Sporting & Clothing Bumper to Bumper College of New Caledonia Shelly Mighty Mart

Art Carson William Chitty Patricia Thöni Erik Myggland Elsie Stanley Gerry Osadchuk Bruce Wilkinson Kyle Osadchuk Trevor Lendrum Shirley Gonyou Tiffany Seal Sandra Craig Allannah Penno Bonnie Marklund Garrett Lidin Pamela Cinnamon Herbert Boenisch Keith Heidorn John Kelly Carol Bustin Elizabeth Kelly Bernadette Roe Sylvia Hill Old Timers Hockey Emily Vandersande Brandi Berglund Jodie Pownall Michelle Horchuk Village of Valemount Public Works