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Ex-staffer sues Village by EVAN MATTHEWS
Former Corporate Officer for the Village of Valemount, Mark Brennan, is suing the Village, and Mayor Jeannette Townsend. Brennan confirmed he was dismissed by the Village in mid-July, which he says constituted a wrongful dismissal, and he subsequently filed a Notice of Claim against the Village, and Townsend, in the amount of $47,000. By dismissing him, Brennan says he’s lost at
least $25,000 in salary, and in turn, he is suing for punitive and aggravated damages. “I was dismissed with very little reason, other than being told I was unsuitable for the position,” says Brennan. “It’s absolutely absurd. “I’m not only qualified, I’m over qualified for the position,” he says. Brennan’s claim calls the Village’s actions toward him “callous and cavalier,” and that his “dismissal was unanticipated and lacked
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procedural fairness.” The claim goes on to say the reasons for his dismissal are, “deliberately fabricated… there is an absence of good faith… and the motivations for the dismissal were personal and/ or not in the Village’s best interest.” Mayor Townsend responded to The Goat via email. “Mr. Brennan’s employment with the Village came to an end on July. 18, 2016,” the
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Photo: Dennis Pickerl The moon peaks around Mount Robson during a brief stint of weather with no cloud cover. Also seen here is the Berg Glacier (left). As Winter approaches and the weather gets colder, the peak of Mount Robson should be visible more consistently.
Cemetery in Tête Jaune is official by EVAN MATTHEWS
Finally, rather than having to seek a place of interment elsewhere, locals of Tête Jaune Cache will be able to lay their loved ones to rest at home, forever. Last week, the Regional District of FraserFort George (RDFFG) was given conformation regarding the transfer of the Carr Road Property from the Federal Government, meaning a cemetery in Tête Jaune is official. “Our next step is to obtain a Certificate of Public Interest through Consumer Protection (who regulated Cemeteries in B.C.),” says Meredith Burmaster, community services leader for the RDFFG. “It will allow us to use the property as a place of interment,” she says. The RDFFG hopes to have the certificate
before the end of the year, according to Burmaster, so the district will have enough time to prepare the land over the 2017 spring and summer to be used as a cemetery. In 2015, the RDFFG provided an update in which surrounding area property owners voted in favour of establishing a taxable service to fund the building and maintenance of a community cemetery on a piece of Crown land on Carr Road in Tête Jaune. After a public referendum for the rezoning application in August of 2015, the Regional Board approved the rezoning of the property, Burmaster says. Ainsley Jackman, secretary of the Tête Jaune Community Club, says the community hasn’t made any efforts to advance the cemetery in a long time, mostly because of there being so many hoops to jump through.
“Now we’re going to have to sit down and get busy, reunite with the board members, and talk about what the next steps are,” says Jackman. “Many of us hope to be buried there,” she says. Families who have lived in Tête Jaune all their lives have had to look elsewhere for proper burial arrangements over the years, Jackman says, as there wasn’t a designated cemetery. “I guess we felt it would happen at some point, so it’s not a big surprise,” says Jackman. “Families have been saving ashes in the hopes of laying their loved ones to rest here.” Dannielle Alan, director for the RDFFG says the district is looking forward to taking the next steps to make the Tête Jaune Cemetery a reality.
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Boaters wreak havoc on salmon spawning
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If action isn’t taken immediately, future generations of salmon are at risk, according to at least a few different locals. Bruce Wilkinson, whose efforts contributed to the $700,000 Swift Creek bank stabilization project, says jet boats are destroying salmon nests located upstream from the old Tête Jaune Bridge, where boats are unloaded into the Fraser River, also near the bus turn around on Old Tête Jaune Road. “The salmon digs a nest, and out there they’re about 18 inches deep,” says Wilkinson. “Salmon lay eggs there. If a jet boat goes over, it blows the eggs out. Then, they’re
gone,” he says. The operation of motorboats in the area is an enforceable offence, according to the Federal Government’s Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), but it’s difficult to prove the destruction of fish habitat, or if fish are actually killed due to the activity. Yet, Wilkinson says he, and others, have spotted salmon eggs on shore after they’ve been blown out of the nests on more than one occasion, and he says calls were made to the DFO. This in addition to photos taken by local, Gene Blackman, which were shared on Facebook. “It’s been in the last four or five years,” says Wilkinson. “Last year, we had a group
of 14 (boaters) come at one time. In eight years we’re not going to see any salmon. It’s a scary thought,” he says. The DFO confirmed it has received information and photos regarding concerns of boat use in the area, but based on the information provided there has been no contravention of the Fisheries Act, in that there has been no harmful alteration of fish habitat. “Dealing with (DFO) is a difficult thing,” says Wilkinson. “It’s (Federal) Government. We’re way up here, and they’re way down there.” The DFO added it will continue its efforts to raise awareness and education in the community about the importance of stewardship and protection of
ecosystems. Once calls are placed to the DFO, the department says enforcement officials will attend the sites, take photos and collect evidence. “It’s a huge deal because it’s national waters,” says Wilkinson. “Anything to do with the salmon has to be done federally.” But Wilkinson isn’t as convinced waiting for it to happen, and then submitting photos, is the best way to solve the problem. A community group is needed, he says, to support and enforce the closure of the river to motorized boats from August to October. The DFO is concerned about any incident causing harm to fish and to fish habitat, and encourage the public to report incidents to our ORR (Observe, Record, Report) line at 1-800-4654336.
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Regional district finalizes VGD rezoning
by GOAT STAFF
Valemount Glacier Destinations’ (VGD) resort continues to push ahead. The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George adopted VGD’s rezoning amendments and finished its Official Community Plan amendment at the Sept. 15 meeting. “The adoption of Valemount Glacier Zoning Bylaw No. 2998 establishes zoning regulations that will regulate the use of land, buildings and
structures for the VGD resort area located on Crown land, west of Valemount,” says Kenna Jonkman, manager of development services for RDFFG. The adoption of the Zoning Bylaw completes the regional district’s land use amendment processes needed to develop the project, according to Jonkman. Now that the province has made its decision and the regional district has completed rezoning, Tomasso
Oberti, the resort’s designer, says the players have to sign a Master Development Agreement with Licence over the Controlled Recreation Area. On Monday, the Simpcw signed the Impact and Benefit Agreement with VGD, wich is a requirement for the Master Development Agreement. The agreement was signed at the VGD Welcome Dinner, hosted by the Valemount Ski Society.
Photo: Evan Matthews Simpcw Chief, Nathan Matthew (middle), signs the Impact and Benefits Agreement with Valemount Glacier Destinations. Oberto Oberti (right) signed for VGD.
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Prince George plays host to mayors and chairs by EVAN MATTHEWS Elected leaders from Northern B.C. gathered in Prince George to discuss the environmental, social and economic well being of the north last week. The North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) hosted the event. The NCLHA has 265 local government representatives under its banner, it says, spanning from One Hundred Mile House to the Yukon border, and from the Pacific Coast to the Alberta border. “It’s basically 70 per cent
of the province,” says Executive Director for the NCLGA, Oliver Ray. The NCLGA confirmed that both mayors Jeannette Townsend from Valemount, and Loranne Martin from McBride, attended the event. “We represent these governments in an advocacy sort of way for better highways and transportation, more medical clinics, better emergency services, etc.,” he says. Though the NCLGA hosts an Annual General Meeting, this was the first time the non-profit brought
community leaders together (outside of the AGM) in its 62 years, Ray says. “The pace of change is so rapid right now in Northern B.C. with resource development, legislative change and court decisions,” says Ray. “We wanted to get leaders of each community in the same room and hash out recent developments,” he says. Eighty-per cent of provincial exports come from Northern B.C., according to the NCLGA, and 80 per cent of agricultural land is also in Northern B.C.
The north is home to 60 per cent of B.C.’s indigenous population, too, most of who live on reserves, which also impacts local governments, the NCLGA says. The takeaways from the meeting, according to Ray, came down to two refrains. The first was that Northern B.C. communities are unique, in that it is sort of one large community. “We’re a community of communities, if you will,” says Ray. The second takeaway was that there is strength in numbers, and strength in
PUBLIC NOTICE
As per Section 227 of the Community Charter, the Village of Valemount would like to give Public Notice of Proposed ByLaw No. 758, 2016 being a bylaw to grant a permissive tax exemption to the following properties for the 2017 property taxation year. These taxes inlcude municipal PLUS all other taxing agencies. Description of Property Lot A, Plan PGP11201 District Lot 7355
Organization
Description of Exemption
United Church of Canada Buildings and Land
(2017) $1,145.80 (2018) $1,191.63 (2019) $1,239.30
Roman Catholic Bishop of Kamloops
Buildings and Land No exemption for Residential
(2017) $653.07 (2018) $679.19 (2019) $706.36
Buildings and Land
(2017) $1,384.34 (2018) $1,439.71 (2019) $1,497.30
PID 012-559-547, Folio 97.000
Cariboo Land District
Lot 4, Plan PGP8948 District Lot 7356
PID 010-571-370, Folio 124.050
Cariboo Land District
Lot 2 & 3, Block 2, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-675-440 PID 012-675-423, Folio 159.000
Estimated Value of Exempt Taxes
Valemount New Life Centre
The Village of McBride is recruiting for the position of Public Works Lead Hand. Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, the Public Works Lead Hand assists in the activities of the Public Works Department, including operation of all Public Works functions such as streets and roads, drainage, parks and playgrounds, animal control, vehicle and equipment maintenance, solid waste collection and water and sewer operations in accordance with prevailing standards and management direction. Public Works Lead Hand is a working, hands-on position with minimal supervision, requiring some independent judgment and action in matters which are within the framework of established procedures. Candidates for the PW Lead Hand position should have at least 5 years’ experience in a similar municipal setting or related experience, have strong interpersonal and written skills and be able to operate equipment (loaders, grader, backhoe, bobcat, garbage truck etc.). Candidates will have completed Grade 12, possess a minimum Class 3 BC Drivers Licence with Air Endorsement, have EOCP Water Distribution Class II certificate, EOCP Wastewater Treatment Class I Certificate, Confined Spaces, Chlorine Handler Certificate, Cross Connection Control, WHMIS 2015, and be willing to undertake new certification as required. Rate of pay and benefits
40 hrs/week, $26.60/hour plus benefits as per CLAC Local 501 Collective Agreement
Posting
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Cariboo Land District
Part Lot B, Plan PGP31083 District Lot 7356
PID 005-229-618, Folio 125.001
Parcel B, Plan PGP23940 District Lot 7356
Valemount Senior Citizen Housing Society
Folio 125.005
Cariboo Land District
Leased land from Village of Valemount
Lot 8, Block 3, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356
Provincial Rental Housing (New Seniors)
PID 012-675-563, Folio 180.000
Buildings and Land
Buildings and Land
Lot 10, Block 3, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356
(2017) $5,661.07 (2018) $5,887.51 (2019) $6,123.01
(2017) $10,201.90 (2018) $10,609.97 (2019) $11,034.37
discussed, or what takeaways could be applied to the Robson Valley. The AGM switches from community to community every year, however, typically about 400 people attend, Ray says. The high volume of participants limits the NCLGA in where they can have the event, according to Ray, so the event has never been hosted in the Robson Valley due to spatial constraints.
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being one unified voice. For example, Ray says going forward, rather than Valemount having to fight its own battles, which it does very well, other communities can kind of have Valemount’s back, and vise versa. “Sometimes it’s hard for a mayor, and a council with four members, to make an impact,” he says. “But we can all speak together, 70 per cent of the province.” Neither Valemount nor McBride’s administration provided comment by press time when asked if they attended, what was
http://www.mcbride.ca/news/99/57/Employment-Opportunity-Public-Works-Lead-Hand Please submit resume and cover letter no later than Friday, September 30, 2016 to: Kelley Williams, CAO Village of McBride PO Box 519 McBride, BC V0J2E0 Email: cao@mcbride.ca We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
PID 012-675-580 Folio 182.000
Cariboo Land District
Lot 1, Plan PGP31551 District Lot 9778
Valemount Lions Club
75% Buildings and Land
(2017) $820.36 (2018) $853.17 (2019) $887.30
Valemount & District Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion
75% Buildings and Land
(2017) $3,155.90 (2018) $3,282.13 (2019) $3,413.42
PID 004-273-303 Folio 252.000
Cariboo Land District
Lot A, Plan PGP14950 District Lot 9778
PID 009-014-276 Folio 265.100
Cariboo Land District
Lot 9, Plan PGP21237 District Lot 7354
Valemount Curling Club
75% Buildings and 100% Land (2017) $5,848.21 (2018) $6,082.14 (2019) $6,325.43
PID 009-580-905 Folio 435.012
Leased land from Village of Valemount
Lot C, Plan PGP16682 District Lot 9778 (BW519646)
VARDA
75% Buildings and Land
(2017) $2,743.83 (2018) $2,853.58 (2019) $2,967.72
Fraser Fort George Regional District (Fire Department)
Buildings and Land
(2017) $12,282.84 (2018) $12,774.15 (2019) $13,285.12
Fraser Fort George Regional District (Arena)
Buildings and Land
Cariboo Land District
PID 026-108-500 Folio 230.142
Cariboo Land District
Lot 1, Block 6, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-694-151, Folio 203.100
Cariboo Land District
Lot 1, Plan PGP43828 District Lot 7354
PID 024-468-240, Folio 412.100
Cariboo Land District Lori McNee Director of Finance
Building owned by Regional Dist.
Building owned by Regional Dist.
(2017) $56,025.58 (2018) $56,266.61 (2019) $60,597.27
VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT 2016 TAX SALE
2016 TAX SALE
As authorized by Section 645 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale at public auction at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, September 26, 2016 at the Village Office, 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount, BC, unless delinquent taxes and interest owing are paid before that date. Director of Finance, Lori McNee.
Folio
Street Address
Legal Description (Cariboo Land District) _____________________________________________________________________________________
1. 139.000
1215 4th Avenue
Lot 9, Plan PGP10361, District Lot 7356, Cariboo Land District; PID 012-692-794
2. 209.000
1300 2nd Avenue
Lot 4, 5, 6, 7 Plan PGP10466, District Lot 7356, Cariboo Land District; PID 004-019-369, 004-019-385, 004-019-407, 004-019-342
3. 411.000
1501 9th Avenue
Block B, District Lot 7354, Cariboo Land District of NE ¼, PID 015-200-931
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Editorial Living-wage another step toward equality
Evan Matthews Editor On Sept. 7, Quesnel, B.C. became the second municipality in Canada, coincidentally the second in B.C., to implement a living wage policy. Whether or not we need one in Valemount, I’m not sure, but do we need a living wage in parts of Canada? Absolutely. Maybe then, does it make sense to do it everywhere? The ultimate goal
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when implementing a living wage, according to the Living Wage Canada Campaign (LWCC), is for municipalities to make it easier for working families to meet their expenses, as sometimes standard of living exceeds the minimum wage. The LWCC encourages employers to pay a living wage, too, as advocates for government policies potentially helping families make ends meet. The LWCC does calculations regionally, it says, which looks at the amount a family of four — with two full-time, working adults — needs to earn to meet their expenses. The living wage for the North Central Interior
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is currently calculated to be $16.52 per hour, according to the LWCC. According to the LWCC, living wage includes basic expenses like: rent, food, transportation and child care, but does not include savings for the future, home ownership or debt repayment. Mayor of Quesnel, Bob Simpson, initially brought the policy forward to council, the LWCC said in a press release. The city was concerned about its citizens being key investors in the local economy, Simpson said. “If people can barely afford to live where they work then they cannot
participate fully in the local economy or be engaged in their community, either as participants or as volunteers,” Simpson said in the press release. As some of our readers know, I come from Winnipeg, MB. What many people don’t know is that I lived in the Federal Electoral Riding of Winnipeg Center, which is dubbed one of the poorest in the country. Ironically, I was a student and fully supported by the federal government for most of my time living in the riding. But, not everyone living there lived with the luxury I did. I saw some very poor families, struggling daily to feed and cloth
their kids, living in squalor, many of them were indigenous or immigrants — living in bug and rodent infested homes — and though nobody really complained (at least to me), it’s clearly not right, and needs attention. B.C. is a leader in Canada’s living wage movement, according to LWCC, and has one of the strongest economies in the country. We have an opportunity to continue leading the way, nationally. New Westminster was the first municipality in Canada to become a Living Wage Employer, and the Huu-ayaht First Nations was the first First Nations government to certify as a Living Wage Employer. Parksville, Port Coquitlam and the City of Vancouver, too,
have recently passed living wage policies and are moving towards implementation, according to the LWCC. There are 65 Living Wage Employer’s across B.C. covering over 6,500 direct staff and countless contracted staff, LWCC says, so why not Valemount? While we have a great community, there are people who struggle here too. This idea seems like a slam-dunk to me, and it’s just another way to make Valemount an even better place, and to narrow the gap between those who have no financial worries, and those who worry about nothing else. As I’ve seen over the last four months, change can be difficult for a small town to embrace, but our world is changing in so many ways, so should we.
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Freedom of speech for everyone Dear Editors,
At risk of controversy, having read and witnessed the setting of a new low bar after distribution, then (facetious) defence of printing archaic mythical opinions, I’m a bit restive. The letter published in The Valley Sentinel was rubbish, as if it ever worth defending, but really, to uphold ignorance as the standard for freedom of speech? Jessie Helms, Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker,
Jerry Falwell (and his Teletubbies), even old Jimmy Swaggart could dubiously endorse the same today. My subjective opinion is none are presently rolling in laughter. Even if their country cousin James Keegstra might be pleased beyond the grave, or from hell, to find a media outlet and audience for re-hashed hate speech and contentions into the 21st century. However, the nascent evangelical experience, Bible 101
being what it is, I’m sure adherents (and all who begin somewhere) in time, with Wisdom, and Experience grow up one day, inevitably gravitate towards emulating or developing a more advanced, even a more mature theology and discernment. My Letter may be too long, hard, or advanced to hold appeal for both local media outlets for print, but it is what it is, even if open discussion of the rainbow crosswalk is too risqué, or mind altering for some
readers, politicians, and news subscribers. It might be worth reiterating Valemount and even the local evangelical 1980s fervor sets no precedent: If interested, read the following link: http://www. politico.com/magazine/ story/2014/07/evangelicalsgay-marriage-108608 Peter Fox, Valemount, B.C.
A Critical Examination of the VGD Project Dear Editor, The Valemount Glacier Destination (VGD) project is currently moving ahead at an alarming rate. While talking with other Valemount residents it became apparent that this is a controversial project, which makes it an essential topic to address, and one that I think Valemount’s residents should consider. To the supporters of the VGD project I ask: Will the charm that brought you and your family to Valemount still be present with the introduction of a ski hill? Do you realize the impacts this project will have on the glaciers in the area, which even without the aid of recreation
on them, have been projected to be gone by the end of this century? Are you aware of the fragmented habitats a ski hill will create for species, including listed ones such as grizzlies, wolverines, and northern goshawks? Rather than introducing another obstacle for conservation groups, such as those occupied with constructing the Yellowstone to Yukon connector, is it not possible to simply stop digging into the little remaining nature and rather provide assistance to these preservation projects? Ski hill advocates have attempted to convince me that the introduction of a ski hill will hinder other land uses from occurring and will concentrate tourism onto
one mountain rather than an entire valley. Contrary to this though, land use activities such as heli-skiing, logging, mountain biking, snowmobiling, dirt biking, quading, and numerous others, will continue, and will grow as more people discover our community. This will simply be a large addition to all those activities already occurring, increasing our impact on the environment. Some supporters have also accused opponents for being selfish, in refusing to share the backcountry. It is not that we are against having others enjoy the area, but we are aware that this will alter the landscape in an irreversible direction. A ski hill will disturb wildlife, impact
vegetation, and introduce garbage, while at the same time be providing access to this wild area to many who do not even appreciate and value the nature around them. So where does the selfishness really lie? Is it in those of us who want to protect the natural environment and have identified that this construction is simply a matter of undeniable human greed, or is it in those who chose to be ignorant of these facts and only care in gaining potential economic value? This project is not necessary to make Valemount a popular tourist destination. Tourism in Valemount is currently thriving both summer and winter. Restaurants
are busy and hotels/bed and breakfasts often have no vacancy. I have talked with hundreds of international tourists travelling through
our town and most are in awe and admiration of the laid back atmosphere of our community along with the fact that we do still have a Cont’d on A14
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Robson Valley Regional RCMP Police Report
Exciting nights; interesting mornings In an effort to better keep the community informed the Robson Valley Regional RCMP will be providing weekly press releases to the local papers. The list is not inclusive of all calls of service the local RCMP detachments receive, but provides a cross section of what is happening in the Robson Valley. Pay attention or pay the price Sept. 14: Valemount RCMP received a complaint of a single vehicle collision on Highway 5 South of Valemount. There were no injuries. The driver lost control after a brief moment of inattentive driving. Coroners called again Sept. 15: McBride RCMP received a request to assist the B.C. Ambulance Service. It was found a 73-year-old McBride man had passed away from general medical issues. The B.C. Coroners Service was advised.
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Another speedy Albertan Sept. 17: A McBride RCMP officer conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle speeding at 149 KM/H on Highway 5 near Tête Jaune. The Alberta man was issued a violation ticket for excessive speeding and his vehicle was impounded for seven days. Exciting night leads to interesting morning Sept. 18: Valemount RCMP responded to a call of an intoxicated male passed out in the hallway of a local hotel. An officer attended and located a male from Mission B.C. who was highly intoxicated and unable to care
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for himself. The male was lodged in cells until sober and released without charges. Reckless driver now without vehicle Sept. 18: a McBride RCMP officer conducted a traffic stop of a male for following to closely to another vehicle. The Alberta man was issued a violation ticket. It was found the male was a vehicle impound candidate and was to be served a notice of driving prohibition under the Motor Vehicle Act. The vehicle was impounded for seven days.
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Whisper Creek Log Homes • Spiral Contracting • Turn 1 (Cam and Carolyn Janke) • Travis Auto • Sew Hot • LDM • Canadian Bed and Breakfast • Swiss Bakery • Diamond H donairs • Gigglin’ Grizzly • Robson Valley Home Hardware • Maxwell Family • Hagen Surveys • Regional District of FraserFort George • Marie and Murry enterprises • Lordco • VARDA • Monashee Motors • Cedar Valley Holdings • Sysco • Mica Heli ski • Simpcw Resources Group • IGA Valemount • Columbia Basin Trust • Best Western • Canoe Mountain Extreme Sports • Snow Farmers • On-Line Sport and Tackle • Spiral Contracting • United Properties • Alpen Spruce • Tad Dennis • McNeil Construction • Jackpine Construction Ltd • Cliff Jackman Contracting Ltd • Diane Fowler • Canoe River Campground • B Griffin Trucking • Canoe Mountain Rodeo • Dave and Hollie Blanchette • Valemount Visitor Information Centre • Precision Trenching • Abernathy’s Truck Stop • Shirley Bond • Cross Country Sales and Service • G&M Moore Trucking • Valemount Hotel (Log ‘N Rail Bar) • Snow Addicts • Janke’s • Fishing Hole • Northwest Invasive Plant Council • Mike Osadchuk Sr • Wayne Schnell • Alpine Country Rentals • Petro Canada Valemount • Pete and Val Mascarelli • Bustin Trout • Nordli Family • DRB Forestry • Chris Griffin Trucking • Valemount Stone Company • Michael Osadchuk • Gene McKirdy Contracting • Underwriters Insurance Brokers • RD Mechanical • Crooked Creek Greenhouses • CN Engineering Valemount • Three Ranges Brewing Company • Mickelson Investment Ltd. • Cliff and Dixie Burden • MacKenzie Family • Valemount Fire Department • Valemount Real Estate • Noreen’s Hair Design • Yellowhead Motel • Yellowhead Helicopters •
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Village sued email reads. “The matter is now before the courts, so the Village will not be commenting any further other than to say it complied with all statutory and procedural fairness requirements with respect to the matter,” she says. The Village hired Brennan on Apr. 18, which he says puts the end of his threemonth probation on July. 18. “I was dismissed a day after my probation ended,” says Brennan. “Although (the Village) thought I was within my probation.” Upon Brennan’s departure, the Village of Valemount sent out a press release on July 26 saying
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Brennan’s employment with the Village ended on July 13. However, in the Village’s legal reply to Brennan’s Notice of Claim, it says “the claimant (Brennan) gave the Village cause to terminate him when he threatened legal action on July 18,” meaning Brennan gave cause for termination after he had already been dismissed. However, Brennan isn’t wavering in his sentiment, saying he even issued a warning to the Village. “When they first told me they would be terminating me, I told them this result in legal action,” says Brennan. “I warned them. I asked them not to do this.”
The Village’s reply to Brennan’s claim denies the allegations against both the Village and the mayor. The Village’s reply to the claim also notes the incorrect usage of Mayor Townsend’s first name. There is no timeline for any sort of legal resolution between the two parties, according to Brennan. When asked about a timeline for a resolution, the Village did not respond by press time. “The Village is making no attempt to negotiate,” says Brennan. “I’m open to negotiations. They’re making no movement.”
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“Creating safe communities means protecting the environment and the people.” – Dion Arnouse, Emergency Management Consultant, Kinder Morgan Canada
Trans Mountain’s emergency management team has connected with over 100 Aboriginal communities along the BC-Alberta pipeline route. We assess each community’s capacity to respond to a civil emergency, then provide support to upgrade emergency response skills accordingly. The primary objective is to ensure an organized response to a spill. However, as the chances of a spill are low, local residents who are trained well with a safety mindset are equally prepared to respond to a more likely natural event, such as a fire, flood or ice storm. Putting safety first is our number one priority.
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There is a constant focus on community safety, emergency preparedness and environmental protection.
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Emergency preparedness training benefits include skills in dealing with all hazards, including fires, floods and extreme storms.
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To date, 40 Aboriginal communities located along the pipeline and marine corridor in British Columbia and Alberta have signed Mutual Benefit Agreements.
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There are 15 equipment caches along the pipeline and over $3 million will be invested in new emergency response equipment.
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Still Jammin’ by DAVID MARCHANT
Photo: Monica Marcu Last week’s participants included: David Marchant (mandolin, guitar, & vocals), Dorothy Simpson (lap steel guitar), Elsie Stanley (accordion), Eunice Wentz (keyboard), Nadia Kovarik (tambourine), Lennie Dovich (washtub bass), and Len McCarty (electric bass, vocals).
by EVAN MATTHEWS
ERNEST (Ernie) KLAPPRAT
March 3rd 1943 - September 15th 2016 Passed away at home. Born in Grahamdale, Manitoba. Ernie came to McBride from Slave Lake in 1981 and worked for Ziedlers for his entire career. Survived by one son Ryan, granddaughters Kimberly, Victoria and Jennifer. One greatgranddaughter, Rachel Ivy-Anne Gauthier. Sonin-law Merlin Myshaniuk. Predeceased by his daughter, Lisa Myshaniuk (2014). He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends.
The Village of Valemount has named Gord Simmons as its interim-CAO. Simmons has been retired for the past seven-and-a-half years, but had spent the 25 years prior working for the Regional District of FraserFort George’s planning department. Simmons took the position of interim-CAO here, he says, based on his pre-existing relationship with the mayor. “The mayor asked if I would fill in while they look for another administrator,” says Simmons. “There are lots of good friends and good people out here.” Simmons replaces the
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Some of the best fun I have had in my life has been playing music. I was starving after a long musical hiatus, and so three years ago I started an open jam at the McBride Library annex. It has been very fluid, players coming and going, but I am happy to report there is still music being played every Tuesday night. For me it is still the
highlight of the week. The songs we play are chosen by whoever shows up, and we usually cover a wide spectrum of genres including bluegrass, blues, pop, country and western and folk, written by artists from Boxcar Willie, Chuck Berry, John Prine, Woody Guthrie, George Gershwin and the Beatles. Over the years we’ve put together a songbook — at present we do over 100 songs.
Village’s recently departed CAO, Mark Macneill, and Simmons says his role here will not extend past whatever mayor and council requires of him. “I don’t have a lot of plans… I’m basically holding the position,” he says. “You need somebody to sign their
2016, and was subsequently dismissed in July. Mayor of Valemount, Jeannette Townsend, did not comment when asked about the recent departures or hirings. Brennan took over for former CO, Andrew Young, who left for a job in Wells,
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2. Frequency builds trust. 3. Frequent advertising adds credibility to your message. 4. When an ad is seen frequently, it gets the consumer yearning for your service and they will take action to buy it.
“I hope (the Village) looks at getting somebody to stick around for a while. Economically, it’s a good thing for the Village.” - Gord Simmons, interim-CAO name on things like bylaws, etc.” Dating back to November 2014, the Village has had two corporate officers and two chief administrative officers, respectively, not including interim positions. Macneill was hired in March 2016, while former Corporate Officer, Mark Brennan, started in April
B.C. Macneill was hired in relief of former CAO, Anne Yanciw, who spent four and a half years with the Village of Valemount, three of those as CAO. An interim CAO, Ken Wiesner, filled the small gap between Yanciw and Macneill’s respective employment. “I won’t comment on any of
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that,” says Simmons. “It’s not unique in the province these days.” In 2015, the newly elected mayor and Council hired an outside firm to conduct an organizational review, which included a review of the relationship between the mayor and CAO. The $20,000 report pointed to a strained relationship between the CAO and the mayor, and said it was important to solve as it was compromising Village operations and public confidence in staff and Council. The report suggested the Village was run efficiently, and said while the relationship needed mending, there was no cause for terminating the CAO. Yanciw is now the CAO of Smithers, B.C. “I hope they look at getting somebody to stick around for a while,” says Simmons. “Economically it’s a good thing for the village.” The Village has not given a timeline for a permanent CAO.
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8. Frequent advertising helps you build a steady source of incoming sales.
The songbooks have both lyrics and chords, so it’s easy for newcomers to join in. Recent additions include Dead Skunk (in the Middle of the Road) and Amelia Earhart’s Last Flight, as you can see, there is quite a range. Part of the jam’s fun is that I never know who, what instruments, or songs are going to show up, so it is constantly changing. Locals drop by to sing along, and sometimes we have tourists come just to watch a listen.
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36th annual Marathon of Hope by EVAN MATTHEWS
Although it had been a few years since Valemount hosted its own Terry Fox Run, 2016 marked the return of the event and saw a great turn out. Thirty people showed up to run or walk distances of one, five or 10 kilometers, according to one of the event’s organizers, Riette
Kenkel, and while official numbers haven’t been tallied — the community raised between $1,500$2,000 in support of cancer research and awareness. “We would have been happy if 10 people showed up,” says Kenkel. “Based on today’s turnout, the community liked it, so we plan to do it again next year.” The start and finish of
every distance was the Best Western parking lot. The one-kilometer run was the marsh only, Kenkel says, while the five-kilometer included the south side of the marsh, including the boardwalk and some roadways. The 10 KM route included the south side of the marsh, boardwalk, roadways and Bigfoot Trail.
The event was advertised as a non-competitive run, with walking or bike riding being acceptable as well. Volunteers included Bip Johnson, Korie Marshall, Owen Torgerson, Bella Woroshelo, Melissa Brown, Josh Thorpe and Sean Dempsey. Donations are always accepted online at www.terryfox.org.
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Help plan Valemountain Days 2017! Valemount Community Sports Day Association Annual General Meeting Oct 4th @ 7:00pm Place: Three Ranges Brewery Come out and join in the Canada 150 Planning! Community Survey showed 98% in favour of having Vale Days June 30th, July 1st & 2nd 2017
Photos: Evan Matthews Above, then clockwise: Although Valemount hadn’t seen a Terry Fox Run in a few years, over 30 people participated, and the community as a whole raised roughly $2,000 for cancer research. Jean-Ann Berkenpas runs the 10 KM. Maddi Pickerl is all smiles, as she stops and thanks volunteer, Korie Marshall, for some much needed water. These ladies are enjoying the 10 KM through the marsh, as their jackets match the foliage!
Thank you to our sponsors and volunteers! The Mount Robson Marathon would like to thank the following sponsors, community members and volunteers for their contribution towards a successful 6th annual Mount Robson Marathon!
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We couldn’t have run without you! Jenna Jackson, winner women’s12km
Tourism Valemount BC Parks Three Ranges Brewing Home Hardware Valemount Totem Jasper Ski Shop Caribou Grill Robson Helimagic Yellowhead Helicopters Best Western PLUS Valemount Inn & Suites Wild Mountain Vern and Dianne Mickelson Jackman Contracting Ltd. Valemount Swiss Bakery Whisper Creek Log Homes Valemount Mount Robson Whitewater Rafting Co.
Mount Robson Lodge & Robson Shadows Campground Running Room Ltd. Infinity Office and Health Shelly and Art Mainprize Valemount IGA Valemount Search and Rescue Quartz Contracting Adventure Management Ltd. Cafe Mount Robson Old Timers Musical Group
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Janey Weeks Art Carson Allie Keeley Peggy Hubley Tom Jamin Dean Schneider Zach Schneider Karen Doughty Rosa Hogg Ann McKirdy-Carson Jake Karsten Elizabeth and Therese Pilcher Helen Payne Elli Haag
Daniel Haag Marianne Jennifer Robinson Paul Johnson Jean Froescul Jim and Terry Stuart Wendy Dyson Mike Berkenpas Gordon Carson and the Old Timers Musical Group Miwa Hiroe Patricia Thoni Hugo Mulyk Dawne Watson Dr. Herman Keyter Cristina Viladevell Kyla Hoogers Ellen Collier Darell Stranger Susan Farifax Zach Farifax Sean Dempsey Josh Thorpe Isaac Williams Shae-Lynn Carlson Danni-Lee Hystead
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The 2016 Poker Ride
Photos: Monica Marcu Top left, then clockwise: 2. Vern Haughen, Tom Ryan, Arlene Haughen, Shelly Ryan and Dawn Hickerty (Third place winner) ride together as the Magnificent Five. The Robson Valley Back Country Horsemen of B.C. hosted their 6th annual poker ride last Saturday The BC wide society includes about 900 memberss. Jesse Trask and his son take in this year’s Poker Ride. The funds from registration are used to improve trail access, mapping of existing trails, building new ones for riders, hikers and bikers, maintaining (clearing and brushing) and preserving existing trails. The 7-8 km ride had a designated trail with entry and exit points and stations along the way where the participants secured the cards for the poker hand. First prize was won by Dan Powell, second prize was won by Shalia Keith, while Dawn Hickerty took home third prize. Constance Rauter won the worst hand prize.
Gardening with Pete When the frost arrives
As the nights get colder and when the first few frosts have arrived, we all rush out to the gardens and greenhouses to harvest all the fruit and vegetables. At times, it seems there is just too much to do at once. I speak from experience when I state that all the hard work of growing and caring for the garden and greenhouse can be lost by leaving the harvested produce in the wrong place for even a few days “until I have time to deal with it…” Knowing the needs of each vegetable and fruit can prevent this loss. Squash should be washed off with warm water and laid to dry well
before storing. Summer squash such as zucchini should be used or frozen as soon as possible. Winter squash and pumpkin should be kept in a warm, dry place until Christmas and then can be moved to a cool, dry place. Tomatoes can be picked and wiped or even washed but must be totally dry before storing. Ripe ones can be held for a few days or even weeks if they are not refrigerated and stored so they are not touching each other. I use commercial apple boxes with the blue dividers that hold one fruit in each depression. Green tomatoes can be stored in these and kept in a
cool, dry place to slowly ripen. Some folks wrap each fruit in newspaper. Check them every week. I usually have home grown tomatoes until mid winter by using this method. Potatoes will be better keepers if you wait two weeks after the tops die down before harvesting. By then the skins will be set and will not rub off while being dug. Keep them around 38F (4C) in a moist spot. Carrots are best harvested after a few frosts, as they taste sweeter. Let them dry a while before placing in storage. Cut off the green tops and also about ½ inch of the shoulder of the carrot to prevent
sprouting in mid winter. They can be stored in boxes, bins or pails in sawdust or sand. They keep best in very cold (just above freezing) and somewhat moist storage. Beets should have their tops cut off about ½ inch above the beet so they don’t “bleed” so much. Store the same as carrots. Rutabaga (winter turnip) can have their tops cut off even with top. If well dried before storage, they can be kept in crates where it is cold and moist. Check them every few weeks for any signs of rot. Garlic and onions should be cured in a warm, dry place until they are “crackling dry”. You can leave them in the warm,
Pete has lived, worked & gardened in the Dunster area for 35 years. He tries to deal with the “down to earth nuts and bolts of organic gardening” in his columns.
dry place for storage or move them to a cold, dry place. Just don’t store them where it is damp or in the “mid range of 4560F (7-15C) or they will rot much sooner. Herbs such as mint, savory, thyme can be hung in small bunches in a shady, warm, dry spot until they are crispy. Remove them from the stems on a warm, dry day and place in jars but try not to crush the leaves until you want to use it.
If you do this on a rainy, damp day, the leaves can pick up moisture from the air and may mould in the jars. Of course, if you have a sunny window you can pot up a plant or two of parsley, chives, rosemary, etc so you can have fresh herbs during the winter. Just be sure to check for “hitch-hikers” such as aphids and whiteflies so you don’t introduce these pests to your houseplants.
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UPCOMING EVENTS Valemount Seed Saving Learning Event Wednesday, September 21st 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at 521 Main St. Pot luck snacks by donation Presenters Pete Amyoony (250-968-4334) and Rosara Buck (250-5697282) Hope you can join us in the Robson Valley Seed Harvest! Sept 24-25 De-spooking horse clinic with Debbie Hughes at the Saddle and Wagon Grounds on Loseth road, cost $250 a person, $150 dollar deposit is required to hold you spot. Auditing will be $25 a day. Please contact Ellen Van der Wilk @ 250-566-1779 call or text or email lynnyvdw@ hotmail.com. Physio Education-Become
Your Own Trainer 3 Sessions-Thursday Sept 29, Monday Oct 3 and Thursday Oct 6. Cost: FREE CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE (PAL) SATURDAY SEPT 24 & SUNDAY 25 $195 + GST CANADIAN RESTRICTED FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE SUNDAY SEPT 25 $99 + GST Community Gaming Grant Workshop Wed Oct 12 and Thurs Oct 13. Cost: FREE Sun. Sept. 25th @ 7:00 pm.The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour will show you the amazing big-screen stories when it comes to the Valemount Community
Theatre. Journey to exotic locations, paddle, bike, hike and explore and be taken to some of the most captivating places on earth. Adults $25 Senior/ Student $20 Tickets @ Infinity Office.
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Lodge, Valemount. Call Diane on 250 566 4297 for more info.
Monthly Walking Group the 3rd Sunday of every month at 3:00pm. Our first meeting place will be at the Village Park in McBride. The next dates to meet and walk are July 17th, August 21st, and Sept 18th
St Patrick’s Catholic Church 197 Dominion street, McBride Phone: 250-569-2606
Music Jam. Tuesdays 7:00pm @ the McBride Library Annex. Want to learn new music? Tired of playing alone? Come out for bluegrass, folk, country, rock. Phone: Dave Marchant at 250569-2569.
Want to learn how to knit? Already know how and want to get together to socialize? Willing to share your knowledge? The Valemount Public Library is offering space and supplies (if needed) Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm.
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Every Monday from 11am-1pm resume and Cover Letter Workshop, free, at the Valemount Learning Centre. Helping you create your best resume yet! Call 250-566-4601 for more info.
Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) group meet @ the McBride Health Unit. 1126 5th Avenue 6:30pm. Council Meetings- Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7:00pm in Valemount, and McBride.
Chinook Salmon interpretive talk at Swift Creek Viewing Platform 7pm
The Valemount Childrens’ Activity Society holds board meetings on the 1st Tuesday of every month at the centre.
Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall. 10:30-11:30am, 411 Main Street.
Every Monday 7:00-9:00pm Knitting @ Sandy Bernie’s House 835 Bridge Road, McBride.
Tete Jaune Community Club monthly meetings at 7 pm on the first Tuesday of the month at the T-Jaune Community Hall
Anglican United Church Valemount 7th Ave and Cedar Street - Sunday 10am.
Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Monday 5-6pm, 411 Main Street.
Anglican United Church McBride, 441 Dominion Street Sunday @10:00am.
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Adventist Community Services meets 1:00-3:00pm and 7:008:00pm @ the Seventh Day Adventist Church 1075 Lamming Pit Rd, McBride.
Christian Science Services Dunster Sunday Worship @ 10:00am. Phone: 250-968-4349 Valemount Community Church Evangelical Free Church of Canada Sunday 5pm ph. 250-566-0070 970 Main St (Valemount Legion) Good Shepherd Catholic Church 3rd Ave and Elm Street Valemount. Sunday Mass @ 6pm Phone: 250-566-4662 New Life Sanctuary 1247-1st Avenue Valemount Worship @ 11:00am Valley Christian Fellowship 1080 Main Street Valemount Worship @ 11:00am. Ph: 250 566 9990. Mountain Chapel 299 Main
RVSS Adult Literacy group Games Day. Join us for games, refreshments and some laughs. 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. 18+ Hatha Yoga at the Valemount Community Hall. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Dropin $10. For more info call Brigitta = 566-9196 Ready, Set, Learn- pre-literacy program for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. Until June 2, 10:30-11:30 am, McBride Elementary. Call the school at 250-569-2721 to register or for info. Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall, 5:30 - 6: 30pm, 411 Main Street. Gentle Seniors’ Exercise, 1011am, upstairs, Golden Years
Anglican United Church Women’s Group Thrift Shop open 1:00-3:00pm Every Tuesday & Friday @ church hall, 459 Dominion St, McBride. Toastmasters 7:00-9:00pm (1st and 3rd Tuesday) at Don’s Social House on Karas Dr. Next meeting September 20th. Call 250-566-4179
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Pickleball at the McBride High school, starting September 14 from 7-9pm. We will play every Wednesday that the school is open. Age range is High School students to adults. All equipment is provided. Bring runners and come try it out. For information call Sharron at 250569-2583. RVSS Family Place Playgroup.
Notice of Annual General Meeting Date: Tuesday, October 04, 2016 Time: 7:00 pm Place: 101 Gorse Street, Valemount (lower level)
Child minding will be available that evening for children of all parents/guardians attending the Annual General Meeting, along with tea, coffee and light refreshments.
Sat. Sept. 17th Robson Valley Back Country Horsemen Of BC 6th Annual Poker Ride at Crown Lease on Hinkleman
street McBride Phone: 250-5693350
Valemount Children’s Activity Society
Please come out and show your support to all of the children and families in Valemount and surrounding area, and get involved. We have great hopes that there will be a strong turnout of parent volunteers, as our Board of Directors is necessary for us to continue to operate.
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Choir practice in McBride, 2pm; Mountain Chapel on Main St. All ages welcome. Questions? contact Barb (569-8882, ringnut@telus.net).
Sat. Oct 1st Variety Market at the Elks Hall 10am-7pm. Vegetables, home baking, home preserves, crafts. For table rental contact Muriel Menzies at 250-569-0037.
Sun. Sept 18 Free Organic Certification Workshop, Dunster Schoolhouse. This workshop is presented in collaboration with the Certified Organic Association of BC and Beyond the Market. Register: http://bit.ly/2bGA0J9
ONGOING EVENTS Evangelical Free Church, McBride Worship @ 10:30 am. Ph: 569-2378
Road, McBride. Registration 10 a.m. Riders head out 11 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
For parents, caregivers and children from birth to 6 years old. Activities to help your child develop skills and a chance to connect with others. 10-11 RVSS Valley Girls. For ages 12 and up. 3:00 - 4:30 in the afternoon. Share time with other girls, enjoy activities, be heard and make a difference. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. The Valley Piecemakers meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Home Economics room of McBride Secondary 1300 2nd Ave at 7pm. Always welcoming new members. For more info contact Barb Brabant 250-569-0068 Free, one-on-one computer tutoring 4:00 pm Valemount Public Library Phone: 250-5664367 to book a session. Wednesdays at 11am Storytime for under 6 year olds Valemount Public Library Valemount Seniors’ Music Night, 7:00pm Wednesday at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge. Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Wed. 5-6pm, 411 Main Street. Prayer meeting 7pm at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Ph: 250-569-3370. Mini Game Zone at McBride Library 3pm. Minecraft, WiiU & board games. Ages 6-12. McBride and District Chamber of Commerce meets at 6:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, @ the Evangelical Free Church Hall. Bingo at McBride Legion Hall, every 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of the month. 6:30 Early Bird starts.
Thursday The Valemount Scribblers creative writing group for all levels of writers. Most Thursdays 6:45pm-8pm. Like to write? Join us! 566-9121 Valemount Farmers’ Market at the Visitor Info Centre 4-7. Held weekly each Thursday throughout the summer. Saddle & Wagon Club meetings every 3rd Thurs. at 5pm. Contact 566-1779. Yoga in McBride with Donalda Beeson, Thursday 5:15-6:15pm and 6:30-7:30pm, 411 Main Street. Monthly Meeting of the Dunster Fine Arts School Society will be held on the last Thursday of each month, 7:00pm @ the school. All welcome! Fibre Arts Group, 10am in the McBride Library annex.(previously met at Odds & Ends) Bring your knitting, crochet or needlework project and come hang out! The OAPO Stitch and Knit will be meeting @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride from 2:004:00pm.
and up at McBride High School, Thurs 7-8pm. Free. Christine 250-569-0090
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McBride Community Market in Steve Kolida Park 11:00 pm – 2:00 pm. Held weekly each Friday throughout the summer. RVSS Adult Literacy Craft Club. A new quick, easy and fun craft each week. Come on in 1:00 3:00 in the afternoon. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. 18+ McBride Parent-Child Group. Meeting Fridays 10:00am @ 521 Main St. Open to all caregivers and their kids. Drop by for play time and to meet with other families! Please bring water bottle for your child. Info: 569-2411 Game Zone. Fridays at 7pm, McBride Library. Board games, WiiU & more! Ages 13+ Legion Branch #266, Valemount. 5:30-9:00 pm - Dinner and live music. Free One-on-One Computer Tutoring Fridays 11:00am and 1:00pm @ the Valemount Public Library. Phone: 250-566-4367
Seniors Bingo @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride 6:30pm.
AA meetings every Friday 8:00pm @ the Valemount Catholic Church. Free. All welcome. Phone: 250-566-1139
Valemount Ladies walking group meet at 1pm @ the Anglican/United Church parking lot.
Saturday
Cribbage and other games: Everyone Welcome; @ the Valemount Golden Years Lodge lower level 1:00-4:00pm. Badminton at Valemount high school 7-9pm. Bring running shoes, racket and birds provided. Ph: 566-4656. Unity in Community, Thurs at 7:30pm, McBride Health Centre. 250-569-2586 Drop-in basketball for yrs 12
Dunster Community Market 111pm at the Community Hall. 8:00am Prayer community 9:30am Bible study/Sabbath school 11:00am Worship service @ Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Phone: 250569-3370.
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mostly wild and untouched nature around us. If they were looking to visit a town with ski resorts and areas bustling with tourists, they would find enough of these in other locations around Alberta and B.C., but Valemount is a gem of the Rockies. Do we want to lose the originality of our town? Do we want to trap ourselves in a future of increased property taxes, unreasonably high food prices, and the potential of a rise in crime rates, drug use, STI levels, and prostitution as tends to be the result of approvals of projects such as the VGD?
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Cont from A05 And what will become of the current unique aspect of our town? At the start of this year the Jumbo Glacier Resort project, near Invermere B.C., was finally cancelled. This controversial proposal involving Oberto Oberti spanned over a 24-year period. 90 per cent of the people in the Kootenays, including the Ktunaxa First Nation, were against the development and managed to protect the Jumbo Valley by voicing concerns to the public for the environment, which we all know cannot speak for itself.
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Do we not realize that this same situation has now come to Valemount? Is it not sad to see how some individuals in our community have had their values and beliefs overshadowed by the thought of pleasure and economic value for themselves? Proponents for projects tend to exaggerate the positive impacts of their intended developments while failing to acknowledge the irreversible results. I am certain that many residents of Valemount have not considered the numerous negative impacts of a ski hill. I urge citizens to consider these issues and gain a muchneeded understanding of PO Box 913 McBride, BC V0J 2E0
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BR-58 HIGHWAY FRONTAGE FOR YOUR COMMERCIAL VENTURE! Approximately 1.85 acres along Highway 5. Zoned C3 Commercial.
FA-498V Approx. 5.52 acres just minutes from Valemount. 3000+ sq ft of living space, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, includes fridge, propane stove, microwave, dishwasher, window coverings, washer, dryer and electric/wood furnace. Outside, make use of the 3 bay shed built for storing your RV or boat.
FA-436V LOOKING FOR SOLITUDE? Approximately 22 acres about 15 minutes south of Valemount. Secluded property with trails throughout. Backs onto Crown land with river frontage. Hydro line on property, telephone and high speed internet connection. Geo tech study completed.
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$425,000 FA-530 Lot #3. 1 of 4 newly developed small acreages located within Village limits. Now available with water to the property, and hydro, phone nearby. Beautiful mountain views. Plan your property to your unique style and make it truly yours! 2.47 acres, zoned RR1.
FA-521 70 acres with views of Kinbasket Lake and Canoe Mountain. Some timber. Mostly natural state. Good access. Phone available.
FA-506T IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE ROCKIES! Approximately 13.75 acres in the vicinity of Tete Jaune. Property backs onto crown land. Outstanding view of the Cariboo Range. Year-round creek. Power and phone available. Zoned Small Holdings.
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$500,000 FA-531 Lot #2. 1 of 4 newly developed small acreages located within Village limits. Now available with water to the property, and hydro, phone nearby. Beautiful mountain views. Plan your property to your unique style and make it truly yours! 2.47 acres, zoned RR1.
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$175,000 REC-15NL 1 ½ story summer home on Nimpo Lake has it all, 2 bedrooms, loft, and 2 baths. Move in ready. In the morning, sit on the deck with your coffee and enjoy the view and mountains as the day awakens. Sit lakeside in the evening, and watch as the sun sets, or the Northern lights as they dance above the water. 2 docks and 2 boathouses equipped with power. Approx. 165 feet of lake frontage for your enjoyment.
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VM-169 Well maintained home, 2 bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, pantry, metal roof and vinyl siding. Driveway is cement and leads to the home and to the double car garage at the back and a 200 amp service. Wood heat system that heats the home and garage. Wheel chair accessible close to school and amenities. Must be seen to be appreciated.
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SOL D MRC-DA903 1940 Otter Rd, Nimpo Lake, BC 1½ storey furnished home on Nimpo Lake, 2 bdrms, loft & 2 baths. Road access, excellent fishing, panoramic view. There are 2 docks and 2 boathouses equipped with power. Approx 165 ft of lake frontage. Gated driveway, garage, power, phone & satellite dish. $249,000
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Prime business opportunity. Commercial building, large paved parking lot. All equipment included. With the zoning on this building you have many options! Easy terms, rent, lease or purchase outright! $250,000
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MRC-DA883 14510 Blackman Rd, Tete Jaune Cache, BC
Large corner lot! Fenced & landscaped. 3 bdrm 1975 mobile with addition. Good condition. Wood heat and propane forced air furnace. Sold fully furnished. Like new 16’x24’ garage, fully finished, concrete floor. Two storage buildings. $230,000
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SOL D MRC-DA833 3490 Garrett Rd, McBride, BC
Cozy log cabin on 110 acres. Upstairs loft undeveloped. River frontage. Good access, well treed, exceptional views, numerous outbuildings. Estimated 30 acres hay field. About a 15 minute drive from McBride. Lots of wildlife to view, good fishing! $285,000
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Immaculate 2 bdrm mobile home with addition. Located in a quiet park. Nicely landscaped, sun deck, great views! Sunny kitchen with plenty of cupboards and a pantry. Wood stove in addition. $19,900
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160 acres undeveloped land! Located about 45 minutes east of Prince George. Enjoy the remote wilderness. Fishing lakes nearby. $109,000
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