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Local businesses report a boost over sunny May long weekend STEVE JESSEL reporter1@invermerevalleyecho.com

After several years of poor weather and an even poorer economy, businesses and visitor centres in the Columbia Valley noticed a marked increase in their numbers this past May long weekend.

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Canfor promises safe sawmills Radium, Canal Flats mayors assured standards are being met NICOLE TRIGG editor@invermerevalleyecho.com

Canfor is committed to ensuring its sawmills in the Columbia Valley are safe, the mayors of Radium Hot Springs and Canal Flats villages learned in a conference call held by the forest company in early May. The conference call came 10 days after B.C.’s

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second sawmill explosion of the year in Prince George killed two workers while injuring 22.

The first explosion, which took place on January 20 in Burns Lake, also killed two workers and injured 19. Neither of the mills in question are part of Canfor operations.

“They were assuring us they were doing everything they could to make sure that their mills were work safe,” Village of Radium Hot Springs mayor Dee Conklin said.

Currently, WorkSafeBC inspectors are visiting all sawmills in B.C. to ensure safety standards are being met. Sawdust is being considered a potential fuel source of the explosions, as is natural gas and propane, although no final conclusions have been arrived at.

Also earlier this month, The Globe and Mail had reported a Canfor mill in MacKenzie had been ordered to close by WorkSafeBC because of a sawdust buildup.

“That was incorrect,” Canfor spokesperson Christine Kennedy told The Valley Echo on May 18. “There wasn’t actually any closure order there; we had worked with WorkSafeBC to address some issues around the chipper... but there was no actual closure order.”

Kennedy said Canfor was working with the mills, including coastal operations, of other companies all over B.C. to assess wood dust. A CEO action committee and a large task force have formed to determine the cause of the fatal explosions.

“Until we’re told what the cause is, all of the

forest companies including Canfor are looking at all possible causes and all dust-related ways to make our mills safer,” Kennedy said.

“That’s the assurance they were giving us,” said Conklin. “That they were looking into it and making sure that nobody from our communities was going to be in jeopardy at all over some of the things that were happening.”

Mayors of all the Canfor communities were invited to participate in the May 4 conference call. Canfor currently operates 12 mills in B.C. — the Radium sawmill will be the 13th when it reopens later this year.

When the Radium mill reopens, any new WorkSafeBC standards developed by the industry between now and then will be applied at that mill, Kennedy said.

“There have been no modifications made to the Canal Flats mill,” she confirmed, when asked if the recent WorkSafeBC inspections had revealed any safety issues in the Canal Flats location.

There has also been speculation in the industry that dust from mountain pine beetle (MPB) timber could be the ignition source of the explosions. While WorkSafeBC has gone on record to say that the type of wood milled is a possible conclusion, it has not been confirmed.

In response to this speculation, Kennedy said the current infestation rates of MPB in the East Kootenay are low due to the success of aggressive identification and treatment programs, and the amount of dead or dry wood is also low.

“It is correct to say that Canfor mills in the Kootenays process much less MPB wood than in other areas of the B.C. interior,” she said.

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A slew of news came down the wire from Kootenay-Columbia Member of Parliament David Wilks over the last few weeks.

Most notably, on behalf of the Ministry of Veterans Affairs, Wilks announced a contribution of up to $24,920 to restore the Invermere Plaza Cenotaph, erected in honour of those who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars and the Korean War. Planned restoration work includes replacing the cenotaph base, levelling the terrain and repairing damaged soil and sods, installing replacement benches and flagpoles, improving accessibility through landscaping and creating a

garden area within the plaza.

Funding for this project is provided David Wilks through Veterans Affairs Canada's Cenotaph/Monument Restoration Program, through which the government works with community groups and local organizations to ensure memorials and cenotaphs are conserved to the highest standard.

"Helping community groups restore local memorials is one way our Government is working to ensure young Canadians and their families will learn about and remember the sacrifices of our Veterans," said Wilks in a release.

In other news, Wilks is encouraging groups who work to pro-

mote the well-being of Canada's seniors to apply for federal funding under the newly introduced New Horizons for Seniors Program. Qualifying organizations can receive up to $25,000 per year by addressing one or more of the programs five objectives: volunteering, mentoring, expanding awareness of elder abuse, social participation and capital assistance. The application deadline for communitybased projects is June 29, 2012.

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Finally, Wilks was honoured to be elected treasurer of the Canada Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship Association on May 15. "I look forward to continuing my involvement with Canada Taiwan and in my new position as treasurer," said Wilks.

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Page Three Beware of Bear Aware co-ordinator Bear Aware program picks up where it left off last year STEVE JESSEL reporter1@invermerevalleyecho.com

The Bear Aware program for the District of Invermere and Village of Radium Hot Springs is entering its second year, and coordinator Crystal Leonard says she wants to keep up the good work both communities showed in the first year of the program.

“Everyone around both communities was really receptive,” Leonard said.

Bear Aware is a community educational program run by the British Columbia Conservation Society. The program has been active in over 30 communities in British Columbia since 1998, and Leonard said she was able to reach thousands of valley residents this past year through a number of educational events, school visits and door-to-door campaigning.

The goal behind the program is simple, explains Leonard, as it all has to do with reducing attractants such as garbage, bird feeders and greasy barbecues to reduce human-wildlife conflicts.

“It’s important that residents realize how important reducing attractants is, and how dangerous it is to leave garbage out,” she said. “The main goal is minimizing these attractants, which is also the biggest challenge that we face.”

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SUBMITTED PHOTO Bear Aware co-ordinator Crystal Leonard regularily goes out and applies bear attractants stickers to garbage cans left on the curb overnight.

is the prevalence of second-home owners.

“We have a lot of people coming into the community that don’t know about bears being in the area,” said Leonard.

“Going door-to-door last year, I learned that some people can be very complacent with bears being around.”

In Leonard’s opinion, the main reason people don’t call bears in when they see them is because they are afraid the bear will be immediately destroyed. However, she explained, this is not the case, and phoning in a bear can actually increase its likelihood of survival.

By having people call in bear sightings, Leonard and the local conservation officers can then focus on specific areas so that the bears don’t become comfortable in any specific neighbourhood, which is when the most problems arise.

Up to 600 bears are destroyed each year in B.C. because they become conditioned to human food and habituated around people.

“As soon as that garbage is [brought inside], the better chance a bear has,” Leonard said. “As soon as a bear gets a taste for garbage, it’s less of a chance that

bear will survive.”

Another reason Leonard thinks why people don’t call in is because they don’t often see an immediate response when they do. To that effect, Leonard says the Bear Aware program will have new methods of communication in place this year in order to speed up that process. Whereas calls to the RAPP line in previous years first went to Victoria before working their way down the chain of command, this year will see the entire process streamlined to allow local conservation officers to react to situations more quickly. Also new this year will be a map under the “bear sightings” tab on their website: www.bearaware.bc.ca.

This map will be updated weekly with information from sightings that are called in, to let people know their calls are making a difference to the entire community.

In the future, there is potential the local Bear Aware program could shift its focus to wildlife education of all kinds, from deer to bighorn sheep to cougars, but for now the program will continue to focus on bear awareness and conflict prevention.

To phone in a bear sighting, call the RAPP line 1-877-952-7277. Some basic tips to reduce attractants include storing garbage inside until day of pick up, taking down bird feeders during bear season, picking fruit as it ripens so as to not let it fall to the ground, and to clean barbecues after every use. For more information on the Bear Aware program, contact Leonard at 250-688-0561, or by email at radium@bearware.bc.ca or invermere@bearaware.bc.ca.

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make or break the season for the businesses that are in town for sure.”

The Radium Hot Springs Visitor Centre had over 1,200 people come through their doors, up from 1,100 the previous year. The Columbia Valley Visitor Information Centre at the Invermere crossroads welcomed 93 groups and 199 visitors, which doesn’t include the numbers from the new satellite visitors information centre that recently opened in downtown Invermere, said manager Jackie Lysak. The Columbia Valley Visitor Centre was not open during the May long weekend last year, she noted.

Meanwhile, marketing director for High Country Properties Vacation rentals, Bjorn Billehaug, reported some of their highest numbers since 2008, which totalled 184 rental nights and 57 stays.

Billehaug attributes it mostly to the great weather the valley received over the weekend and said he noticed a particular trend of people who seemed to check the weather likely on Wednesday, since he received a flood of bookings on both the Thursday and Friday leading into the weekend.

“Long weekends are huge from our standpoint, being able to bring through that many people into our rooms,” said Billehaug, “and then all those people are going grocery shopping, or going to a restaurant, or going golfing.”

Penny Powers, owner of Columbia River Outfitters, also noted increased numbers from the last few May long weekends. Since her business is dependent on weather conditions and the May long weekend is generally the slowest of the three long weekends that take place over the summer season, she said she was very pleased to see how many people were coming through the valley.

“We were extremely happy,” Powers said. “It seemed much busier than normal.”

Traffic was especially heavy come Monday morning after an accident that resulted in a minor case of whiplash to one of the passengers caused a traffic jam stretching from Radium Hot Springs to Windermere along highway 93/95.

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Making dining out just a little bit easier It is now easier than ever to make healthy choices when dining out with the recent launch of the Province of British Columbia’s Informed Dining program.

Featuring more than 300 restaurant outlets in British Columbia, the program publishes nutritional information and allows diners to view the information in a format similar to that of a nutritional guide on products at the grocery store.

All you have to do is look for the Informed Dining logo at participating restaurants.

“British Columbians have made it clear they want information to help them make informed choices about what they and their families are eating,” says B.C. Minister of Health Mike de Jong. “With Informed Dining, we are partnering with B.C. restaurants to help make the healthy choice the easy choice.”

Some of the participating restaurants include chains such as The Boathouse, De Dutch, A&W and Little Caesar’s, and stand-alone restaurants such as H.A.V.E. Cafe in Vancouver, Mountain Eagle Books in Smithers and Joseph’s Coffee House in Victoria.

With people in British Columbia eating a meal in a restaurant approximately 10 per cent of the time, it’s never been more important to be able to source out healthy options.

With the new program, calorie and sodium information is prominently highlighted for all regular menu items, while other nutrients, including carbohydrates and fat, are also noted. The program also gives advice on daily calorie and

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British Columbians have made it clear they want information to help them make informed choices about what they and their families are eating,” says B.C. Minister of Health Michael de Jong. “With Informed Dining, we are partnering with B.C. restaurants to help make the healthy choice the easy choice.” sodium requirements.

Excess weight can increase the risk for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and various cancers, so caloriecounting is an important part of a healthy diet. Eating too much sodium contributes to high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease and kidney disease, making sodium another important piece of the healthy eating puzzle.

“Healthy eating is a critical element in living a long and healthy life and avoiding cardiovascular disease,” says Gavin Arthur, vice-president of research and health promotion for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. “The Informed Dining program takes a positive step forward in providing people with information they can use in making informed choices while dining out.”

The program is voluntary, but the provincial government is

encouraging every restaurant to join the initiative and make such information available.

“We want to be part of the solution in making healthy choices, easy choices in B.C.,” says Vice-President of the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association Mark von Schellwitz. “This program has the potential to help restaurant patrons become more conscious about what they are eating – it also shines a light on those establishments already providing menu nutrition content while encouraging other restaurants to follow suit.”

The provincial government has been working on this program since 2010, and has given restaurants several options for disclosing nutrition information, including a menu insert, a poster or a brochure.

“I am proud that we have about 300 outlets across the province signed up to participate in this important program,” says Ian Tostenson, CEO and president of the B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association. “I know that other business will continue to learn more about Informed Dining and sign up – this information is what our customers have been telling us they want, and it is our responsibility to provide it.”

The initiative is part of the Healthy Families BC campaign, created by the Province to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent chronic disease. For more information, visit www. healthyfamiliesbc.ca/home/informed-dining. The website also features a contest with weekly draws and a grand prize to cook like a chef and learn from a dietitian.

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Canal Flats mayor attends first BC Mayors' Caucus Mayors across the province gather to discuss shared concerns NICOLE TRIGG editor@invermerevalleyecho.com

Village of Canal Flats mayor Ute Juras was one of 86 mayors to attend the first province-wide mayoral gathering to ever take place in B.C. and said what she found most amazing about the inaugural BC Mayors’ Caucus was that the concerns shared by everybody present were “almost identical.� “For me [it] was quite incredible,� Juras told The Valley Echo. “We are facing these same issues whether we’re small municipalities or large municipalities.�

The three-day meeting took place in Penticton from May 16 to 18 and at its close, the mayors who participated called for an immediate discussion with the Province to properly examine the challenges facing their residents and to adopt a more efficient approach to managing existing resources without putting a burden on the taxpayer. “It didn’t take much to get consensus with everybody, which was kind of amazing with that many people in the room,� Juras said.

Juras said the main concern expressed at the conference was the fiscal imbalance facing B.C.’s communities. “What we have to pay, what we can collect out of our taxes, and what we have to cover with that is just not possible for us,� she said. “And then programs are being downloaded to us that we don’t even have any input on.�

The mayors expressed wanting to have a voice at the table when such decisions were being made, in order to

SUBMITTED PHOTO The ďŹ rst BC Mayors' Caucus took place in Penticton from May 16 to 18.

have a say as to whether or not their municipality could afford what the Province wanted to download and — if not — discuss where the funds would come from. “That was the message we were hoping to give out,�

Juras said. “That there is only one taxpayer and they’re maxed out.�

That the provincial and federal governments are able to operate at a deficit while municipalities are required to balance their budgets was another bone of contention raised.

Juras is hoping the unique problems facing smaller communities will also be addressed by the mayors’ caucus moving forward. For instance, the Canal Flats fire department is being held to the same standard as a big city professional fire department, Juras explained, and a recent Worksafe BC inspection has identified some issues that are simply too expensive to fix. “There is no difference between a small town volunteer department and a big city department,� she said. “Short of building a new firehall, we’re not going to be

able to meet them.�

The next BC Mayors’ Caucus meeting is set to take place the day before the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) conference planned for September in Victoria.

BC Mayors’ Caucus event co-ordinator Laura Balance said the decision to tie a one-day meeting to the UBCM was made to encourage greater participation and keep costs down for the smaller municipalities. Short notice of just seven weeks for the Penticton meeting made it difficult for all the mayors to attend, said Balance, and the date and location of next year’s event in May will be finalized in the next two months in order to guarantee close to 100 per cent attendance.

Village of Radium Hot Springs mayor Dee Conklin said she was disappointed with the short notice. She had prebooked six months in advance for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities annual conference, which takes place June 1 to 4 in Saskatoon, and she also recently attended the Association of Kootenay Boundary Local Government (AKBLG) in April. Three conferences within two months was just too costly, she said, adding that she would have participated had there been more advance warning.

District of Invermere mayor Gerry Taft said he wished he could have gone but the event was in too close proximity to the May long weekend, when his business opened in a new location, but that he is anticipating the next meeting in September.

Juras said she made the choice to attend the inaugural BC Mayors’ Caucus over the AKBLG because she couldn’t justify the expense of going to both. “It was amazing sitting side by side with big city mayors who had the same issues, and it was such a sense of, ‘let’s help each other out,’" she said. “It was incredible.�

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Opinions and Letters To debate or not to debate NICOLE TRIGG editor@invermerevalleyecho.com

There is a fairly strong sentiment running through the Invermere community at the moment that the District of Invermere council has made a woeful error in judgement.

The criticism levelled at council is in reaction to a particular instance whereby the mayor and councillors were accused of wasting precious time debating Bill 41 — a new piece of provincial legislation that, if passed, will an allow an area with no residents or economic activity (yes, pertaining to Jumbo, the Province later confirmed) to incorporate as a mountain resort municipality with an appointed council — during a district council meeting earlier in May. That officials at the municipal level chose to take it upon themselves to debate decisions made by the provincial government has some locals shaking their heads in disbelief. Not only did they waste the time of those attending the meeting, the argument goes, but that time could — and should — have been better spent devoted to local matters under council's control. Yet, 86 mayors at the firstever BC Mayors’ Caucus held recently in Penticton have taken it upon themselves to demand a say in the provincial government’s decision-making process, because as it stands, municipalities must bear the costs of services the Province shrugs off without any consultation, and the mayors want to put the message out that their residents are already over-burdened with municipal taxes as it is.

Interesting to note that, rather than referring to the “levels” of government, the mayors instead agreed to call them the “orders” of government — “because we didn’t like the term ‘levels’ of government... we should all be on the same page,” Village of Canal Flats mayor Ute Juras told The Valley Echo. Albeit the mayors’ main gripe is financial while that of DOI mayors and councillors has to do with public process and land management, the overarching idea is the same — that levels, or orders, of governments need to communicate with each other in order to achieve the best possible outcome for communities.

As stated in the BC Mayors’ Caucus official press release: “As the front lines of government, it is at the community level that changes in public policy, and their resulting cost implications, are felt the most. We must be partners in those decisions.”

I daresay if other communities were faced with the prospect of the Resort Municipality of Jumbo and its appointed council as a future neighbour, their councils would take time to publicly debate what it could mean for the future of their own residents — especially if that new municipality was going to affect their infrastructure. But, for now, Invermere is uniquely positioned in a new situation, one that absolutely merits debate from all orders of government.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Good at their word Dear Editor, Saint Augustine wrote that “patience is the companion of wisdom” and it would seem that MLA Norm Macdonald might need a good dose of both when it comes to his understanding of the HST. Recently he claimed, in reference to the HST, that “nothing has changed” and that “there is no end in sight.” Well, he could not have been more wrong.

On May 14, Finance Minister Kevin Falcon introduced legislation that will return British Columbia to the PST on April 1, 2013.

As committed, the PST is being re-implemented with all the permanent exemptions. What is really exciting is the new common sense improvements that will make administration of the sales tax easier for business. These changes will simplify business compliance and reduce costs for small and large business alike. The improvements reflect the recommendations that were made by the business community and an expert panel on business taxations that was struck in January.

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Voters Deserve Better Dear Editor, I read with great interest Conservative MP David Wilks’ recent comments to his constituents that he would “stand up and say the

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and Service Code which Minister Falcon stated “demonstrates that this government is committed to taxpayer rights, fair dispute resolution and timely appeals.” With the reintroduction of the PST, we are refreshing the code and affirming our continuing commitment to fairness and service to tax payers.

The process back to the PST has taken time but it has been time well worth it and has been done with British Columbians in mind.

Contrary to Mr. Macdonald’s notion that there was no end in sight, your government has not only listened but made sure that we got it right, for all of our families.

In the end, at least on the BC Liberal side of the House, patience does end up being the champion of wisdom. For more information of the return to the PST visit www. hstinbc.ca.

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Harper government should get rid of [their budget bill].” Too bad he got cold feet so quickly.

It was refreshing to see a Conservative MP stand up to his own government’s budget. In it, Prime Minister Harper broke his promise to seniors that he would not touch their pensions.

But this budget will force people to work two more years before collecting Old Age Security and take away up to $30,000 in benefits.

Unfortunately, Mr. Wilks later issued a “clarification” saying he now supports the budget wholeheartedly.

What happened in the 24 hours between the time he told his voters he would be prepared to vote against the bill and now, when he is completely in support of every measure?

The voters of Kootenay-Columbia deserve better. They deserve an MP who has the courage of his convictions and will represent the voters who elected him. The Liberal Party will be voting against Harper’s budget bill — it hurts seniors and does nothing to get Canadians working again. I call on Mr. Wilks to join us and stand up to Mr. Harper.

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Next generation gardener

Community Calendar present readings, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, ages 14+, 7:30 p.m.

WED MAY 30 •Canal Flats Talent Show, 7 p.m.

THURS, MAY 31 •Canal Flats Days Bingo, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 7 p.m.

•AGM, Friends of the Kootenay National Park, Prestige Inn, 7:30 p.m.

JUNE 12 •Canal Flats Days

PHOTO BY STEVE JESSEL/THE ECHO Community greenhouse co-ordinator Ally Candy shows Deborah Griffith and granddaughter Kyla Verge some of the plants at the Garden Seeds and Starts Swap and Sale on Saturday, May 26.

FRI, JUNE 1 •Fresh Fridays Open Mic Nite @ Pynelogs, 7 p.m.

•David Suzuki "The Challenge of the 21st Century: Setting the Bottomline", 7:30 p.m., Invermere Community Hall.

Webcast at wildsight. ca

Ramble On — Marilyn Berry, Publisher

Community spirit alive and well Good-bye May… hello June!

It’s so trite to say, but time is just flying by. Spring is just about over and we will welcome summer with glee.

I want to encourage you all to get your tickets to go to the roller derby bout this Saturday night at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

I’ve figured out what it is I love about it and why I believe that almost everybody will love it. It’s like hockey… the rush is anyway. Only in hockey you have to wait, hoping for a breakaway by your team. In roller derby, one team is on a breakaway almost every ‘jam’. The excitement builds and your adrenaline flows throughout the bout.

So if you love to watch hockey, come out and cheer on Invermere’s Killer Rollbots, you’ll have a blast!

It was a real treat to see live theatre in Invermere. I’d like to thank the Lake Windermere Players for putting on a wonderful show. I know the David Thompson Secondary School’s drama group performed their production last weekend as well.

I heard nothing but good things about it and was very disappointed I wasn’t able to attend. It’s too bad the events had to overlap but I’m sure there was good reason.

It will be busy in Canal Flats this weekend when the community hosts Canal Days. Actually, the fun starts

tonight (Wednesday) with a talent show. If you’re looking for something to do, take a drive and take in some of the events. You can find out what’s going on on the Village of Canal Flats’ website.

I hope everyone is getting ready to relay… Relay for Life that is.

The Canadian Cancer Society’s annual event is inching closer. You can pick up pledge forms here at The Valley Echo’s office. If you’re not participating but would like to make a donation, you can do that here too. This is the tenth anniversary for the event in the Columbia Valley — make sure it’s the best one ever by participating in any way you can.

SAT, JUNE 2 •Rally for Relay garage sale and barbecue fundraiser, 10 a.m.

Cenotaph Park •3rd annual craft and artisan street fair in Spillimacheen, 10 a.m.

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•Opening tea at 2 p.m., Windermere Valley Museum "100 Year of Forestry" •Roller derby at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena, 5:30 p.m. eastkootenayrollerderby.com JUNE 5 & 6 •Canadian playwrights, Lucia Frangione, José Teodoro and Robert Plowman,

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TUES JUNE 5 •Scrabble Night, Invermere Public Library, 6 -8 p.m.

EVERY SUNDAY •Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5.

•Radium Seniors’ Carpet Bowling, 1:30 p.m., Hall.

EVERY MONDAY •Gentle drop-in carpet bowling, 1:30 p.m., Seniors' Centre.

•Cadets, 6:30-9 p.m. for boys and girls, ages 12-17. Cost: FREE (includes uniform).

Info: Rick Dendy 250341-1509.

•Duplicate Bridge, 6:30 p.m., Invermere Seniors’ Hall, $2/person.

Visitors welcome.

•EK Brain Injury Support Group, 1-3 p.m., Family Resource Centre. Info: 250-3445674.

1st & 3rd TUESDAY •OPT clinic, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Inv. Health Unit, 850-10th Ave. Confidential service: lowcost birth control, and STI testing.

1st TUESDAY •Invermere Camera Club 7 p.m. Tanya, tanyadeleeuw65@ gmail.com.

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EVERY THURSDAY •Cadets, 6:30-9 p.m. for boys and girls, ages 12-17. Cost: FREE (includes uniform).

Info: Rick Dendy 250341-1509.

•Children's Air Rifle Program, with the LWDRGC, Inv. Community Hall, 7 - 8:30 p.m., free of charge, ages 6-15. Learn safety, marksmanship, equipment provided.

1st WEDNESDAY •1st Wednesday of every month. Scrabble Night at Invermere Public Library. 6 - 8 p.m. Bring your boards! Call 250-3426416.

EVERY FRIDAY •Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5.

•Preschool Story Time at the Invermere Public Library, 10:30 a.m. For info visit invermere.bclibrary.ca.

EVERY SATURDAY •Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5.

2nd SUNDAY •LW Alliance Church Sing and Celebrate, 7 p.m. For more information call Clarence Stauffer, 250-342-9580.

EVERY TUESDAY •Yoga THRIVE- Yoga for Cancer Survivors.

Hot springs studio,

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Looking at land to gauge growth

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A new project designed to facilitate economic growth in the Kootenay-Bounday region will determine the region’s ability to accommodate economic growth by taking stock of employment lands using a GIS (geographic information system) platform.

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In the long term, the inventory is expected to help make the region more attractive to investors,

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WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. *Until July 3, 2012, purchase a new 2012 Focus SE Sedan/Fiesta SE Sedan for $18,999/$15,999 after Total Manufacturer Rebate of $1,250/$1,000. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $1,250/$1,000 and freight and air tax of $1,600 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes.

Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Until July 3, 2012, choose 0% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a new 2012 Focus SE Sedan/Fiesta SE Sedan for a maximum of 72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $243/$194 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $112/$90 with a down payment of $1,500/$2,000 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $17,499/$13,999. 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build business retention and expansion, and help communities make more informed planning decisions, stated the release.

Partners in the project include the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation, Community Futures of East Kootenay and the Columbia Basin Trust. The Selkirk College Geospatial Research Centre will provide geospatial mapping support.

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Summer thieves in action Detachment Open House: I would like to thank all the sponsors and volunteers who helped out with the open house. We had approximately 90 people attend. Many thanks to the Windermere Lions Club for hosting the beef on the bun dinner and fingerprinting the kids. Also thanks to Tim Hortons for supplying the police food and drinks, and Canadian Tire and Home Hardware for the prizes. Our thanks to our Restorative Justice volunteers for also sponsoring this event.

To all the grade three kids in the valley, thanks for the posters.

Scam Alert: A local citizen alerted us to the continuing common scam of receiving letters or faxes with requests for confidential business relationships, wanting you to be the benefactor to the sum of $77.5 million and requesting your banking information in order to give you 20 per cent.

May 26 The Columbia Valley detachment attended to a noisy party complaint on Radium Hill Road at 12:55 a.m. The male responsible for the party cooperated and the music and noise was turned down.

A 29-year-old male was arrested when he was found to be outside past his 11 p.m. curfew in relation to a previous charge. The male was held in custody, to be taken before a Justice of the Peace.

May 27 At 2:30 a.m., while conducting foot patrols at closing time outside the local bars, police observed two males fighting. Police separated the two 19-year-old rookie-aged bar

drinking males and requested they depart the area. Being rookie-aged bar drinkers with a low level of intelligence, they decided to argue with the officers and refused to leave. Both males were obliged to spend the night in cells and were given a ticket in the morning for being drunk in a public place.

A complaint of a theft of a red and black Baja scooter was received by the Columbia Valley detachment. The scooter was stolen from the 1400 block of North Street in Windermere.

Then, at 10:30 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a complaint of a theft of a 2012 Polaris ATV with Alberta plates. The ATV was taken from the Hoodoo Campground in Fairmont Hot Springs.

Around the same time as the above theft was reported, the detachment was advised that a number of unlocked vehicles parked in the Hoodoo Campgrounds were entered and a number of articles stolen.

Included among the stolen items were Oakley sunglasses and a TomTom GPS. Summer camping season is easy prey for thieves as many campers leave their guard down and leave valuable items in the open. Campground owners/ managers should be arranging for their own security patrols if they are in a position to do so.

On a personal note...

You told me to shut up Corporal Phil Sullivan, our police dog officer, during our recent open house shared a story with me over lunch about an incident with his previous dog, Bo. I assured him the story would

remain in my confidence. Bo was an excellent, aggressive police dog. When not working, Bo, the big tough police dog, stays with Phil and his family in his home. As a police dog, he is not treated like a normal pet in the neighbourhood and allowed to go out and play with all the other dogs and people in the ‘hood.

Any animal or person using his street, his sidewalk would receive the wrath of his authority in loud, aggressive barks. Phil took notice of this behaviour and, on one particular occasion, had to discipline Bo and put him in his place. Bottom line to Bo was, 'Keep your mouth shut.'

Phil had to clue Bo in that when he’s working, it’s his street, his sidewalk, but at home he’s just another dog enjoying the day off like any other dog. When a police dog is disciplined for not behaving, they pretty much get it. Bo happens to have his pen outside near the garage where the family car is parked. One particular morning around 5 a.m., Phil receives a call from police dispatch wondering why the police are involved in a high speed chase with his wife’s car.

Impossible, Phil replies, as he walks to the window to confirm his wife’s car is parked... no, it’s gone, stolen. Phil goes outside and sees the broken glass on the ground. Bo, of course, is sitting up alert to the fact Phil is outside. I have no doubt, if he could as police dogs are pretty smart, he would have used sign language to say, “You told me to shut up, so I shut up.� Off Phil and Bo go to join the chase to retrieve the family car. With lights and sirens blaring, Bo is now barking up a storm.

CORRECTION In our May 23 story, “Deadline set for curling rink,� we incorrectly quoted Brian Woodward as the head of the Economic Advisory Com-

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Notice is hereby given by Parr Utilities Ltd. that an application has been made to the Comptroller of Water Rights for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the proposed construction and operation of a waterworks distribution system to serve residents in the area of Proposed Subdivision of Lot E, District Lot 4596, Kootenay District Plan NEP23502 Any person wishing further information in connection with this application should apply directly to Parr Utilities Ltd. 1164 Windermere Loop Road, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K3 Any objections to this application are to be forwarded to Rick Couroux, Secretary to the Deputy Comptroller of Water Rights, PO Box 9340 Stn Prov Govt, Victoria B.C. V8W 9M1, or by email: Rick.Couroux@gov.bc.ca or by fax 250-953-5124 to be received in this office on or before July 2, 2012.

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RELAY FOR OR LIFE LIFE VOLUNTEER V VOLUNT OLUNTEER INSPIREEFIGHT BACK

RALLY for RELAY Saturday, June 2 10 a.m.

Cenotaph Park, Invermere GARAGE SALE Second-hand treasures for everyone BBQ by the ladies at Kootenay Savings Credit Union Baking from the ladies of the Moonwalkers team AND MUCH MORE!

Learn more about Relay for Life • Register yourself or your team

For info contact: Sheila Tutty 250-342-9059 sheilatutty@telus.net

Door Prizes

For info: 250-349-5447

Notice of Application to the Comptroller of Water Rights Under the Water Utility Act and The Utilities Commission Act

Columbia Valley Police Files — Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac

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NEWS MLA Report — Norm Macdonald

Investing in our public lands The mission of the British Columbia Forestry Service, which just celebrated its 100th anniversary, is to protect, manage and conserve our forests. And from its very beginnings in 1912 with the first chief forester, it was understood that our forests must be managed sustainably, for the long-term.

Forestry has been one of the most important sectors of our provincial economy. It is certainly the backbone of the rural economy. And if we manage our forests wisely, they can be the source of employment and economic activity for many more generations.

The vast majority of forest land in this province is owned by the Crown. The provincial government has the responsibility, in both the short and long term, to carefully manage — on our behalf — this most valuable public asset.

In a time when there have been

dramatic changes in our forests as a result of pest, disease and wildfire, instead of focusing on protecting our forests, the BC Liberal government did the exact opposite.

For example, the government reduced replanting and they failed to keep an accurate inventory of our forest lands.

For ten years, under a BC Liberal government, much of the work to protect, manage and conserve our forests has not been done. Instead of increasing our efforts to ensure that our forests remain healthy into the future, this government gutted the Forest Service and families across rural British Columbia have paid the price. Already, 35,000 forestry-related jobs have been lost.

And now there are projections that further significant job losses will occur in the Central Interior.

In 2013, the people of British Columbia will be asked to make a de-

cision about their priorities. And, in my experience, rural British Columbians know that if our communities are to remain viable, we must take care of the land.

British Columbia’s forest lands are our greatest public asset, and we have a great responsibility to manage them sustainably.

It will take concerted effort and significant resources, but I believe that British Columbia can once again be a province that derives much of its economic success from its forest lands.

But we have to make that choice; the choice to invest in our public lands.

Norm Macdonald is the Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA and the Opposition Critic for Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. He has also recently been appointed Deputy Chair of the Special Committee on Timber Supply. For more information, visit www.NormMacdonald.ca.

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At Tuesday’s (May 22) council meeting, the District of Invermere (DOI) council voted unanimously to adopt a new policy that will mean money back in the district’s pocket for making purchases.

In adopting the policy, council has agreed to join the Greater Vancouver Purchasing Group, which currently has 62 municipalities as members.

By joining the group, the DOI will receive rebates in the form of a cheque for purchases made using credit cards as a result of the group’s combined purchasing power.

As more members join, the rebate amount goes up, said DOI financial services director Karen Coté.

The credit cards will be entrusted to district staff with strict spending restrictions and limitations in effect. Currently, district staff already make credit card purchases, Coté said.

By joining this group, the DOI stands to make three to five thousand dollars annually from the rebate program. The program will also cut down on paperwork and processing fees. Factoring in these savings as well as the rebates, the program could mean an extra $10,000 for the district annually, Coté told council.

District staff would still have the option of using other forms of payment when necessary, she said.

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Having set watering hours conserves water, creates a balance in the system demand and controls costs. Please abide by these watering hours. They are in place for the benefit of your community.

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PHOTO BY STEVE JESSEL/THE ECHO Benson Kwok of the Vancouver Aquarium AquaVan shows off a sea star during the AquaVan visit to Windermere Elementary on Monday (May 28).

Interior gets taste of coast Vancouver Aquarium's mobile unit comes to East Kootenay STEVE JESSEL reporter1@invermerevalleyecho.com

From mountains to lakes and streams, the Kootenay region seems to have it all. However, there is one thing that’s missing, and that’s access to a major body of water. Many children in the region will have never even visited the ocean, and that’s why the Vancouver Aquarium AquaVan offers to bring a little touch of ocean life to the schools and events it visits.

“We get amazing feedback from this program,” Vancouver Aquarium manager of curriculum programs Jonathan Hultquist.

The AquaVan made two stops in the East Kootenay region this week, coming to Windermere Elementary on Monday (May 28) and to Edgewater Elementary on Tuesday (May 29). The van is essentially a mobile classroom, with an educational staff and a wide range of coastal invertebrates — from sea stars and sea cucumbers to crabs and sea urchins. Students

from different grade levels take part in a number of different stations that teach them about ocean habitats, marine mammal conservation and more. “[The AquaVan] gives an upclose, hands-on opportunity to meet live animals from the coast of B.C.,” Hultquist said. “Students get to learn about conservation, and the importance of stewardship and protecting the environment, particularly the marine environment.”

The AquaVan has been touring B.C. and parts of Alberta for the past 18 years, and has plans to go to the Northwest Territories this year as well.

Its current tour will take it more than 2,800 kilometres through the Kootenay Rockies, visiting ten different schools along the way. Hultquist said the AquaVan also tries to make a lasting impression on the schools and students it visits, by encouraging them to take part in recycling activities or types of shoreline clean-up.

“For kids to be able to see, and touch, and hold something that’s alive really kind of opens up their eyes to a whole new world,” said Hultquist. “I think it’s one of those key moments for students in schools — it’s an event they will never forget.”

Rotary of Radium Hot Springs Winter meeting place change until April 2012. Higher Ground Coffee Shop, Wednesdays, 7 a.m.

Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Thursday at 11:45 a.m. at the Best Western Invermere Inn. Rotary Club of Invermere will not have a meeting Thursday May 31 but will enjoy a social evening at Valley Alley on Wednesday May 30 at 6 p.m.

Pictured: Thales Gagliardi spoke to the club about his experiences in Canada.

When Lynda Kirkpatrick took her brand new motorized recumbent bike out for a ride, the last thing she expected was to be nearly run over. But that’s what happened when she rode her bike onto 7th Street on Wednesday, May 23 and was nearly backed into by a driver coming out of the bank.

“It shook me to the core,” Kirkpatrick said. “I didn’t think I’d be able to get back on my bike.”

Kirkpatrick, who has multiple sclerosis, is unable to use a regular bike. The recumbent model, while being motorized, also has the advantage of having three wheels, which gives her better balance. The unfortunate side effect to this is that her mode of transport has a very low profile when out on the streets. She does have a tall flag attached to the bike and is active in using hand signals, but that hardly matters when drivers don’t look behind them when backing up, she said, like this driver failed to do.

“I think it could’ve been avoided if the individual checked behind,” Kirkpatrick said. “If I had a horn, I would’ve honked — I’m going to buy one this weekend.”

In this case, the driver stopped in time, but as Kirkpatrick’s friend Gail Hoffmann pointed out, Kirkpatrick is far from the only person in town who uses this kind of alternative transport.

According to Hoffmann, Kirkpatrick thought she had finally found some liberty to go places and be able to get home on her own, but this

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“They want to be part of the public too,” Hoffmann said.

For her part, Kirkpatrick has been out on the bike since, and said that while the vast majority of drivers have been exceedingly courteous, she’s going to try and avoid the busier streets when at all possible. “[Have] caution. Look,” she said, “because there are other vehicles on the road that are not as high as you, so please look.”

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Remember When?

A look back at what's happened in the Columbia Valley over the last 50 years STEVE JESSEL reporter1@invermerevalleyecho.com

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Columbia Garden Village, will be hosting a free pancake breakfast for seniors in honour of BC Seniors Week! Everyone is welcome, and tours will be available all day.

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50 years ago: Windermere district athletes collected two cups, broke three records and won an individual championship at the East Kootenay High School Track Meet. Some 65 area athletes from across the region participated in the meet, held in Creston, and star athlete John Holmlund of Canal Flats won the shot put event and broke the East Kootenay record for high jump with a leap of 4'10".

35 years ago: Eileen Madson obtained the highest position that a school trustee could receive: president of the Canadian School Trustees Association. Madson had first become a

ECHO FILE PHOTO May 2007 — Despite a brief weather hiccup which dumped snow in the valley on May 24 and made long weekend camping slightly damp, the Purcell Mountains still offered picturesque sunset vistas.

trustee 12 years prior, Madson was elected via acclamation, which reflected the high esteem her colleagues across Canada held her in.

20 years ago: The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce was lobbying against clearcutting on the slopes of Windermere Valley. The Chamber passed a unanimous motion to ban clearcut logging and pre-

scribed burns that would have a negative visual impact on the valley, as tourism was quick becoming the number one industry in the valley.

15 years ago: A Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce luncheon was held to discuss the possibility of joining Alberta. Dissonance with lower mainland policies was cited as a reason.

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An exciting opportunity is in store for the District of Invermere should it be selected as one of the recipients of an Integrated Community Sustainability Planning Grant.

Council voted unanimously to submit an application under the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) Gas Tax Agreement Innovations Fund for the grant in the amount of $186,446.40.

If awarded in full, the grant would not only offer the opportunity to update the Official Community Plan (OCP), but align it with the Imagine Invermere Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP).

Chief administrative officer Chris Prosser said it took three weeks to put together a work plan for the project, which was developed by district staff with assistance by

the Whistler Centre of Sustainability (WCS), the non-profit organization that provides sustainability planning and implementation to the Resort Municipality of Whistler as well as communities across Canada.

The UBCM fund has $1.4 million earmarked for all of B.C. and the last time the grant was offered was in 2008, at which time 10 communities were selected as recipipents and received substantial amounts, Prosser said. He was quick to point out that a $200,000 work program on the OCP wouldn’t normally be an option, “but we didn’t want to miss this opportunity,� he said.

OCPs normally have a life expectancy of five to ten years and Invermere’s OCP — adopted in 2001 — is due for a review anyway, Prosser said.

If the requested amount was only partially rewarded, then partial funding of the work program would be an option — it would just mean a less robust process, Prosser said.

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10 years ago: Christopher Swain of Portland was looking to be the first man to swim the length of the Columbia River. He was set to begin his swim at the headwaters at Canal Flats, and swim all the way to Oregon: a swim of 1,988 km.

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Family Day set Are you ready to Rally for Relay?

New statutory holiday to take place the second Monday in February

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B.C.'s newest holiday will take place on the second Monday in February each year beginning in 2013, Premier Christy Clark announced on Monday (May 28). The decision to select the second Monday in February came after extensive government consultation with the public and private sectors, and citizens directly, stated the official press release.

Record numbers of British Columbians registered their preferences online. The web poll on the Family Day website gathered a total of 31,146 selections, with the second Monday registering a total of 18,202 votes, 9,436 votes for the third Monday, and 3,508 votes of "no preference," noted the release.

Kootenay Rockies Tourism had encouraged local residents to vote for the second Monday.

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CALL FOR VOLUNTEER INVERMERE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEMBERS Are you an avid reader?

Would you like to see a new library?

Would you like to be a part of your library’s future?

In accordance with the Library Act, the District of Invermere is inviting applications for membership on the Invermere Public Library Board.

Membership on the Board will be for the remainder of 2012.

To be eligible, you must be a resident or elector of the District of Invermere.

Members of the Invermere District Council, employees of the District of Invermere and employees of the existing Library Board are not eligible.

This Father’s Day weekend in June will be the 10th annual Relay for Life in the Columbia Valley, and we want to make it the biggest and best to date.

This valley has continually amazed me by its generosity, and so now I am counting on it to help us make that happen.

If you have not registered yourself or your team yet, there is still time.

You can pick up registration and donation forms at The Valley Echo or you can log on to www.relaybc.ca and do it online.

If you are not planning on participating, please sponsor someone, or go to the Relay for Life website and donate.

Or, you can come out and support us at our new Rally for Relay, being held on Saturday (June 2) at Cenotaph Park in downtown Invermere.

This event, which starts at 10 a.m., will prove to be a ton of fun and we are hoping to raise some serious money.

Registered Relay teams will be selling their treasures at our garage sale — there should be something for everyone. The ladies of the Kootenay Savings Credit Union will be hosting a barbecue and you can top that off with some wonderful baked goods from the Moonwalkers team.

Teams will be able to pick up their t-shirts that day and hand in all money they have collected to date.

Please join us for our Rally for Relay. We hope to see you there. —Submitted by Sheila Tutty, Relay for Life Co-ordinator

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Invitation for Proposals Kinsmen Beach Concession The District of Invermere (“Owner�) invites Proposals for the 2012 to 2015 Kinsmen Beach concession contract. The proposal to include potential “winter� operations to support the Lake Windermere Whiteway.

Documents may be viewed at or obtained from the Municipal office at 914 8th Avenue Invermere, B.C. Proposals delivered no later than 4:00 p.m. local time, June 4, 2012 clearly marked Kinsmen Beach Concession Proposals in a sealed envelope.

Proposals received after the stipulated time will be rejected and returned to the individual unopened. Faxed Proposals are not acceptable and will be rejected.

Members of the Invermere Public Library Board are guardians of a “public trust�. They have a legal and moral obligation to ensure that the public library provides relevant and efficient service to the community that it supports.

If mailed use the address provided below: District of Invermere 914 – 8th Avenue Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

Successful candidates must possess a strong sense of community service, willingness to work respectfully as part of a team and have good communication skills.

The municipality is organizing a mandatory Bidders’ Meeting to be held at the concession stand on Friday May 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm local time.

Normal Board activities include:

There will be no public opening for this Invitation for Proposal. Proposals will be opened privately by the District of Invermere after the closing time specified for receipt of Proposals.

•Assuring that adequate funding is available; •Assessing the needs of the community and advocating for the library; •The development and revision of library policy; •The development and implementation of a vision and strategic plan; •Assisting the Library Director in implementation of the strategic plan in accordance with Policy.

New board members must be willing to attend training and information sessions designed to assist them in the work they undertake on behalf of the Invermere Library Board.

Interested persons are invited to submit written applications on or before May 25th, 2012 @ 4:30 p.m. to: Kindry Luyendyk Corporate Officer Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 or to corporateservices@invermere.net

If you wish to contact District of Invermere in response to the awarding, please do so after the closing time specified above.

The District reserves the right not to award a contract at all, and the highest or any Proposal will not necessarily be accepted.

The following criteria will be determining factors in the award of the contract: • food safe certification • hours of operation • previous experience • type of service offered • number of jobs created • amount offered Chris Prosser Chief Administrative Officer District of Invermere Office: (250) 342-9281 ext. 225 cao@invermere.net

ECHO FILE PHOTO Luminaries light up the night at last year's Relay for Life event.

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Students' education enhanced by seniors Program began at elementary level, looks to include high school STEVE JESSEL reporter1@invermerevalleyecho.com

When Barb Carriere, a teacher at Eileen Madson Primary (EMP), read The Element, a book by Ken Robinson, Ph.D, there was one particular chapter that stuck out. The chapter had to do with a kindergarten class being run out of a seniors' centre in Oklahoma, and the results were nothing short of phenomenal. Studies showed the students’ reading levels increased significantly and, for the seniors, their required levels of medication were actually reduced.

“I thought to myself, ‘Why couldn’t we do that here?’” said Carriere.

School principal Lisa Tenta said she was initially both intrigued and excited about the idea, and lent her full support to the project.

“It’s teachers’ passions and good ideas that make things happen in schools,” Tenta explained. “I was happy to be on board and provide any supports that were needed.”

As a result, since December 2010, EMP kindergarten students aged five and six have attended class every Friday at Columbia Garden Village as part of the Inter-

SUBMITTED PHOTO A Columbia Garden Village resident reads to Eileen Madson Primary students as part of the school's awardwinning Intergenerational Project.

generational Project. Thanks to the overwhelming success of the program, they decided to expand it further and, in October 2011, included all the kindergarten students at the school for a total of 42.

“The driving force behind the project was that the results were so phenomenal for the children, and the experiences were so positive,” said Carriere. “It was also very positive for the seniors.”

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others even ask for permission to bring in their own arts and crafts projects to share with the children. Classes still fall within the regular curriculum requirements but, as Carriere explains, there is something extra that the students take away from the whole experience.

“We’re delivering the regular curriculum, but there is a whole other curriculum that unfolds, and that’s the social aspect of children working alongside seniors,” Carriere said. “I think the biggest thing is that it opens everyone’s eyes to one another; we tend to segregate our generations... and this was an oppor-

tunity for them to see each other, help bridge that gap and make them more a part of each others lives.”

Both Carriere and Tenta said the feedback from the program has been overwhelmingly positive. They were particularly surprised with the strong response from parents, who have since begun to volunteer with the program and fund some of the costs without even being asked. Seniors also gave strong feedback in which they noted individual students’ growth and progress, and Tenta said many of the seniors were particularly saddened when — at the end of the school year — they discovered the students they had grown to know wouldn’t be returning the following year. Feedback from the students was also positive, with children even asking their parents to return to Columbia Garden Village on their own time to visit. One girl even asked to have her birthday party at the seniors home.

“It’s all about allowing these relationships to develop between the two generations,” said Carriere. “It really works both ways.”

In April, Carriere had applied to the British Columbia Retired Teachers Association (BCRTA)’s Golden Star Awards and recently discovered EMP had been selected to receive an award, which will be presented on Friday (June 1) at Columbia Garden Village.

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Fun Events in the Valley • Wednesday, May 30: Canal Flats Talent Show, 7 p.m. • Thursday, May 31: Canal Flats Days Bingo, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 7 p.m.

Send in your event listings to production@ invermerevalleyecho.com to be included in our What to do... listings!

• Friday June 1: Fresh Fridays Open Mic Nite @ Pynelogs, 7 p.m. • Friday, June 1: David Suzuki, Invermere Community Hall, webcast at wildsight.ca, 7:30 p.m. • Saturday, June 2: Rally for Relay garage sale and barbecue fundraiser, 10 a.m. Cenotaph Park • Saturday, June 2: 3rd annual craft and artisan street fair in Spillimacheen, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Saturday, June 2: Opening tea at 2 p.m., Windermere Valley Museum "100 Year of Forestry" • Saturday, June 2: "The Good, the Bad, the Derby" roller derby, 5:30 p.m. Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena • June 1-2: Canal Days, Canal Flats. Family dance on Friday, pancake breakfast, parade and afternoon entertainment on Saturday, and show by Matt Blais on Saturday evening. • June 5 & 6: Canadian playwrights, Lucia Frangione, JosÊ Teodoro and Robert Plowman, present readings, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, ages 14+, 7:30 p.m.

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Come one, come all, to an artistic free for all, as Pynelogs Cultural Centre gets set to host its annual open-themed art show. Be the first through the doors for your chance to witness the creative exploits of many of our local artists in a variety of mediums and styles. The show will include three-dimensional art as well as paintings and photographic works. There is something for everyone, and the myriad of subjects and styles will surely inspire and entertain you.

Artists who will be featured include Christine Wignall, Cory Horne, Jon Howlet, Leslie Cartwright, Victoria Page and many, many more. Each artist will be submitting approximately three pieces, so the gallery will be full of great works of art for any taste and budget.

The open-themed display was organized to replace the annual REACH art show, featuring art from local high school students that usually occurs this time of year.

The show kicked off on Tuesday (May 29) and will run until June 17 during regular gallery hours. There will be an artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; opening event Wednesday (May 30) from 7 to 9 p.m. complete with refreshments and access to the famous Pynelogs bar. So come on down and meet some of the many talented artists displaying their work in the gallery and have a chat.

As well, both Invermere and Fairmont will be hosting an evening of dramatic readings by three fantastic playwrights. Vancouver-based playwright, Lucia Frangione, was in the valley last November for an evening of readings, and she will be returning on June 5 and 6 with two of her colleagues for another round of literary entertainment.

Canadian playwrights Robert Plowman â&#x20AC;&#x201D; from Halifax â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and Toronto-based Jose Teodoro will be accompanying Ms. Frangione as they set up shop at Pynelogs Cultural Centre on Tuesday (June 5) and Fairmont Hot Springs Resort on June 6. Each evening starts at 7:30 p.m. and is admission by donation. The Canada Council, the Playwrights Guild of Canada, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort and CV Arts have all teamed up to sponsor both evenings.

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Financial Reporting Presentation Pursuant to Section 98 of the Community Charter, the annual report for the District of Invermere will be presentated during the June 26, 2012 regular meeting of Council. The meeting will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 914 - 8th Avenue.

Council invites comment from the public and will allow submissions and questions from the public at this meeting. The annual municipal report will be available for public inspection starting on June 11, 2012 during regular business hours.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not every day that someone has the chance to climb some of the greatest mountain spires in the world. Even in a geographically spectacular region like the Kootenays, the sheer weight of the logistics of such a trip can be enough to push one to pursue easier athletic pursuits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a unique situation here, because we live close to the worldfamous Bugaboos, but no one and no locals really know about it,â&#x20AC;? said Pat Morrow, chairman of the Conrad Kain Centennial Society (CKCS).

In an effort to open the eyes of youth from across the region to some of the wonderful opportunities presented by the stunning landscape, the Bugaboos Teen Mountaineering Camp will take place this year from July 20 to 22, sponsored by the CKCS, Canadian Mountain Holidays, Friends of Bugaboo Park, the Alpine Club of Canada, the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides and BC Parks.

The camp aims to increase youth appreciation for protected areas in parks by taking them on a guided three-day excursion to scale some of the greatest peaks in the area. The camp is aimed at East Kootenay students in grades 10 and 11 in Invermere, Kimberley, Cranbrook, Creston, Fernie and Golden, and applicants are asked to have their submissions in by the June 7 deadline. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m trying to get local kids out and discover what mountain climbers and hikers from around the world have known for 40 or 50 years,â&#x20AC;? Morrow said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something that is world class and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in our own backyard.â&#x20AC;?

The camp is based out of the Alpine Club of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Conrad Kain Hut near Canmore in the Bugaboos, and teaches youth a wide range of skills, from the basics of snow and glacier travel to self-arrest and basic technical climbing. The camp also provides a gateway to potential career oppor-

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tunities in the fields of conservation, park rangers, or even photography. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In bringing local kids out there, it breaks them out of their daily routine and gives them a chance to have a completely new experience,â&#x20AC;? Morrow said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an opportunity for self-discovery.â&#x20AC;?

Parks Canada also has a vested interest in the camp as it gives them potential future recruits and encourages the students to pass on a positive message to students at their respective high schools. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are the ones who will assume stewardship of the land, so we want to inspire them to be out in the parks and appreciate the wilderness,â&#x20AC;? said Columbia area BC Parks supervisor Jeff Volp in a release. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And hopefully they will set an example for younger kids to disconnect from their iPhones and head out into the mountains.â&#x20AC;?

The camp has been running since 2009, and has made four separate excursions in that time. It was originally intended as a one-off trip into the mountains for youth as part of the

centennial celebration of mountain guide Conrad Kain first coming to Canada, but after the amazing feedback from the roughly 25 participants so far, the decision was made to make it an annual event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an attempt to educate kids about the importance of the stewardship of the environment,â&#x20AC;? said Morrow. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want kids who have a realistic view of what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting themselves into.â&#x20AC;?

The camp is completely free, but has a limit of ten participants this year. In order to qualify, applicants must complete a short essay explaining the following: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why are parks important to you and your community, and why do you want to be a part of this program.â&#x20AC;?

As well, a brief description of their outdoor experience and age must be included. The deadline is Thursday, June 7 and successful applicants will be contacted by June 10. To apply, contact the CKCS at bugabooscamp@ gmail.com or call Morrow at 250-3413554 for more information.

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Each year, the Golden Star Awards are presented to projects that develop â&#x20AC;&#x153;rich and transforming relationships between students and seniors in their communities,â&#x20AC;? stated the BCRTA in a letter. Along with the award comes a $1,000 award that Carriere said will be used to help fund the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costs, including bussing and student supplies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really wonderful (to win this award),â&#x20AC;? said Carriere. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just really excited to use this money to to go towards some of the resources involved.â&#x20AC;?

EMPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Intergenerational Program has also gained na-

tional exposure in the past, with The Globe and Mail doing a piece on the project in December of 2011. Carriere said this extra exposure has led to her receiving calls from across the province from other teachers interested in implementing similar programs, some of which have already moved forward with the same success, and she would also like to thank Columbia Garden Village and Golden Life Management for all the support they have shown the project since it was first introduced.

In the future, Carriere and Tenta will be exploring the option of expanding the project one step further by having older students attend classes at Columbia House in Invermere.

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Seeking Members for The Urban Deer Advisory Committee The District of Invermere is looking for one (1) member of the public to volunteer for a two (2) year term to monitor the implementation of the Urban Deer Management Report and Recommendations.

Membership on the Board will be for a two (2) year term from the date of appointment.

To be eligible, you must be a resident of the District of Invermere.

Successful candidates must possess a strong sense of community service, willingness to work respectfully as part of a team and have good communication skills.

The Urban Deer Advisory Committee shall: â&#x20AC;˘Co-ordinate an annual urban deer count within the boundaries of the District of Invermere; â&#x20AC;˘Monitor the implementation of management recommendations for reducing the urban deer population; â&#x20AC;˘Seek and implement strategies for the prevention and management of urban-deer conflicts; â&#x20AC;˘Report to Council on an annual basis regarding budget allocation, success of the recommendations and advise of potential changes in implementation for Council to consider.

Detailed terms of reference and copies of the Urban Deer Committee Management Report and Recommendations are available for review at the District office or at www.invermere.net Interested persons are invited to submit written applications on or before June 1, 2012 @ 4:00 p.m. to: Chris Prosser Chief Administrative Officer Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 or to cao@invermere.net

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Running from May 30 to June 2 this year, many of the popular events from previous years will make their return.

Tonight, the Canal Flats talent show hits the stage at 7 p.m., followed by Thursday bingo and the always-fun kids dance on Friday night at the community hall.

Saturday kicks off with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. before the popular parade hits the streets at 11 a.m.

There will be a silent auction, a raffle, horse rides, free food and ice cream,

ECHO FILE PHOTO The annual parade during Canal Days is a playful and popular tradition.

and highland dancers in and around the hall from noon until 5 p.m. Then, at 9 p.m., singer/songwriter Matt Blais takes to the stage at the Canal Days dance. Blais has received national exposure in the past and has also played internationally, including Australia and Germany.

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The East Kootenay Roller Derby League (EKRDL) will be making its only Invermere stop of the season on Saturday (June 2) and Invermereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Killer Rollbots will be looking to make it two wins in a row when they face the Kimberley Bavarian Barbarians in the second match of the double header. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really excited to be playing... and now that we get to play in our hometown in front of our home fans, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really stoked,â&#x20AC;? Rollbots captain and EKRDL media representative Jess â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;DeVotchka Thrashâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; de Groot said.

The Killer Rollbots will look to build on the momentum of a 257 to 96 pounding they laid on the Cranbrook Mountain Town Maulers on May 12, while Cranbrook will look to redeem themselves with a match against the Fernie Avalanche City Roller Girls. For those who are not familiar with the sport, roller

ECHO FILE PHOTO BY SCOTT JONES Killer Rollbot Fräulein Chaotic gets ready to block a couple of Mountain Town Maulers along the inside line at the Cranbrook bout on May 12.

derby takes place on an oval track where five skaters from each team take to the track at a time. Four skaters from each team are designated as blockers and one skater from each side is known as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;jammerâ&#x20AC;? who scores points by passing members of the opposing squad. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Derby is fun to watch because it is such high entertainment value,â&#x20AC;? said de Groot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has lots of action and

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The event itself â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Good, the Bad and the Derby â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is a family-friendly sporting event with a western theme.

Those who attend wearing a westernthemed item will be automatically entered in a draw to win prizes. Tickets for the bout are $10 in advance, $15 dollars at the door, $5 for kids aged six to 12 and free for those under five.

Tickets can be purchased at The Valley Echo building on 13th Street in Invermere. de Groot said sales have been going extremely well so far, and thinks itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in part thanks to her teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contagious enthusiasm for the sport. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We live in a small town where we have traditional sports like hockey, but this is something thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s totally different,â&#x20AC;? de Groot said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see people you probably see around town all the time in a totally different light.â&#x20AC;?

Doors open for the event at 4:30 p.m. at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena, and the first game starts at 5:30 p.m.

Games tend to last about an hour and a half and the Killer Rollbotsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; match will be the second one of the night, beginning at about 7:30 p.m.

We will be Jet Rodding the sewer lines from June 4th 8th , 2012. This program is necessary to maintain the quality of the sewer system.

The District apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this operation.

If you have any questions, please contact the District office at 250-342-9281.

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Good news in with the bad BAD NEWS - More bad news from the ‘Eurozone.’ We just go from one thing to another there. Now, with the people in Greece saying they don’t want to cut their spending, there is a new form of turmoil, and it is still dangerous to everyone. A new president in France says that austerity is not the only option. He wants to re-negotiate everything with that view in mind. Spanish banks ask for handouts and say they will fail without them. The IMF is scolding the UK for not doing enough to create an effective and efficient business climate.

Then, I read the interview last week quoting David Suzuki, saying we are not doing anything to give value to the environment and are fast destroying the very air we breathe, the water we drink and the entire natural environment.

I have in the past been focused on the economy – its effect on jobs, standard of living and our choices. Other people were to take care of the environment. I live in one of the most pristine natural environments available on the planet, and see the impact human development has with every new building.

I’m still focused on the economy and on jobs for our local people, but I’m finding it necessary to wonder how we will find our way through our choices, all the time knowing they are getting more challenging. We know the answers are going to determine how our children and grandchildren live.

GOOD NEWS - It now seems the US is pulling ahead of much of the world in its recovery.

Canada is still steaming ahead, though with fits and starts. China presents a mixed message, with the slowing pace of its growth, it has also become the world’s worst polluter. Though beginning to flex its muscle and demand a larger

place in the world, China is still claiming poverty and status as a ‘developing country,’ saying it should not be expected to clean up its act.

Canada has now begun to produce goods and services at the highest rate in history. The economies of both Canada and the US are larger than at any time in the past and far greater than before the recession. The total global economy is likely to grow between 10 per cent and 20 per cent in the next decade. A Swiss

bank says the world’s wealth will increase by 50 per cent in five years. Surprisingly, we have fewer people, worldwide, dying from violence and disease, including war and terrorism, than ever before. More people are able to read and there are fewer people suffering poverty and malnutrition than ever before. Worldwide average incomes are the highest in history. Canadian households, while still vulnerable to unemployment, have greater financial resiliency than before.

I remain convinced we each need to ensure we are taking care of our own money and doing our best to plan for our own future and that of our children. Helping people do that is what we spend our time at in our business, and we like that. It feels good.

However, the more I see the positives, hidden

though they are among all the negatives, the more I wonder if it is time to create a way of seeing a larger view, finding value not in money alone but including nature as part of creating our economy. Perhaps it is time, or even beyond time, to see our best interest in the context of a world filling up with people, each having an impact on what we all share.

How do we create an economy with a different method of valuation? We often talk about change as something coming toward us, but in the future. Now we can see it emerging into our lives. We need a conversation about what is really important to us, individually and collectively, and we need to create ideas that will take us forward.

A few years ago, the accounting profession decided it needed to value the contributions of people in a company and include them in the annual report as a part of the company’s worth. Though difficult, the effort was successful, but only a few companies use it. It’s hard to value what people know and do as a part of a business, especially in the face of recession and pressure to increase monetary value. We all know certain companies are better than others to work for but don’t often consider that to be valuable.

Maybe it’s time to re-visit or create concepts that value both people and our environment in ways that make both business sense and environmental sense. For the sake of our own futures and those of our children, we need to see our world in a larger context that includes both.

We must find our way forward to a future that provides a good standard of living as well as a good living environment.

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Includes managerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upstairs suite.

Please call 250-342-5755 or email info@chattan.com

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Steamboat Mountain Music Festival Early bird tickets available online and at many local outlets before June 7 $30/adult; $12.50/youth.

Info at 250-347-9860 or

Lisa Adrianne Coy 1956 - 2012 Ő&#x153;

It is with great sorrow that the family of Lisa Adrianne Coy announce her passing on Thursday, May 17, 2012 in Invermere, British Columbia at 56 years of age.

Lisa was born on May 3, 1956 in Barrhead, Alberta. She always had a few craft projects on the go and loved to bake. Both her craft projects and baking were enjoyed by her many friends and family over the years.

Lisa is survived by her loving husband Bill, step-children Stacey (Shane), Brad, grandchildren Tianna, Tyler, Kegan, Reece, Jessie, Mikaula, Terrin and Shylie, sister Cindy (Phil) Bish, brother Dean (Lynn) Eide,her mother Cheryl, niece Courtney Eide, nephew Ken Bish and great nephew Harrison Bish, as well as many relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father Bob Eide in 1992 and her mother Thelma in 1987.

At Lisaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request, there will be no funeral service. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in honour of Lisa may do so to the: Canadian Cancer Society, 19 -9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2L9.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com

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Ronald James Reed Ő˘

On Saturday, May 19, 2012 Ronald James Reed of Lac La Biche, AB formerly of Kimberley, B.C. passed away at the age of 81 years. Ron is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Amelia Reed of Lac La Biche, children Shirley (Ken) Partington of Lac La Biche, Laurie Reed of Kindersley, SK, Maxine (Larry) Haywood of Lac La Biche, grandchildren Tami, Jake, Chris, Kerri, Gwen & Wes, numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends in the Invermere, BC area. Ron is predeceased by his parents Horrace & Florence Reed, 4 sisters, grandson Darren Rudd in 1990.

At Ronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request no service will be held. Cremation has taken place.

Donations to the Haying in the 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s box 35 Mallaig, AB T0A 2K0 would be appreciated.

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Employees of Radium Resort are team oriented and have a genuine desire to provide outstanding guest service in a progressive work environment. We offer employees an opportunity to work and play at one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier resorts, while enjoying a Rocky Mountain lifestyle.

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Mission View Funeral Chapel Ltd. were in care of funeral arrangements. Toll free 1-866-623-1815 To send condolences please visit www.missionview.ca

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ODD JOBS ENT. HAULING garbage, brush & construction disposal, mulch deliveries Call Dale Hunt 250-342-3569

Auction Estate Antique Collectable . June 3 @ 1pm at Doddâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auction 3311-28 Ave, Vernon. 1-866-545-3259. View photos at doddsauction.com

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Welcome Wagon is hiring!

We are looking for a motivated, organized, and enthusiastic individual to visit new families, new parents, and the newly engaged.

Car and computer required.

Sales experience an asset.

Email all questions and resumĂŠs to cwickenheiser@ welcomewagon.ca An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators.

Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilďŹ eld road and lease construction.

Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta.

Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our ďŹ&#x201A;eet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators.

You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated ďŹ eld work.

Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051 Climate Solutions for the Kootenays is seeking a Program Co-ordinator in Invermere. Full details: http://wildsight.ca/news/jobposting-climate-solutionsinvermere Contact: Mandi@wildsight.ca or 250-342-8881

Dehart Sewer and Drain Ltd. are experiencing very positive growth with an expanding client base. We are currently seeking a fulltime seasonal pump truck operator. Applicants must have a Class 3 license with Air certiďŹ cation, be physically ďŹ t and mechanically inclined.

A good Drivers Abstract is a must. Good communication skills are important while serving our valued and satisďŹ ed customers. We have a great team and are willing to train a successful candidate for this long term employment opportunity and will reward them with an excellent wage. This position is available immediately.

Interested applicants may forward resumes c/w references to the attention of Bruce Dehart at dehartseweranddrain@gmail.com or fax 250-347-2274 Please call 250-342-0286 for further information.

- HD MECHANIC Fernie Alpine Resort, RCR Inc. 3rd year apprentice or journeyman. Full time yearround. Apply to Steve Wall, Vehicle Maintenance Mgr. employment@skifernie.com Love Golf? Positive outgoing person required for part time sales and promo work at local golf course. Flexible hours.

250-308-1163 STRUCTURLAM PRODUCTS Ltd., located in beautiful Penticton, B.C. is seeking experienced Timber Framers. For more information and to apply, please visit our website @ www.sales@structurlam.com Students...do you like to dig in the dirt? Groundswell Network Society is looking for a Summer Program Coordinator to help out in the Community Greenhouse and Gardens. Please submit your resumes to info@groundswellnetwork.ca

by June 4/12 WANT TO see scenic BC? Needed immediately. Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + beneďŹ ts. For more info e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca.

Send resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax:250-567-2550

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Hawt Pawz N Clawz Dog and Cat Grooming. Currently no waiting period. Call Michelle 250-347-2412, Radium

amber@oneworldlawgroup.ca Accepting clients in family law, elder law and child protection. www.oneworldlawgroup.ca

TECHLECTRIC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD. SEEKS JOURNEYMEN ELECTRICIANS AND 2YR APPRENTICES FOR THE COLUMBIA-KOOTENAY REGION. *Celebrating our 20th year, Techlectric is a full-spectrum electrical contractor, providing full electrical, data, security, surveillance, & automation services for residential, commercial & industrial projects of all sizes throughout the Columbia-Kootenays, Okanagan-Shuswap, and Peace regions. *** www.techsmart.ca *** *Journeyman starting $26 to $30/hr, experience based. We offer a comprehensive beneďŹ ts and pension package. *Resumeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Attn: Derek Bayâ&#x20AC;?, admin@techsmart.ca, fax: (250)342-9369, in-person: 4854 Athalmer Rd., Invermere

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Financial Services DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping CANADIANS repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest regardless of your credit!

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3 HP chop saw $100, 21ft Prowler trailer excellent condition $3000 call 250-342-6846 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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Garden & Lawn

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A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cabsâ&#x20AC;?20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

WINDOW CLEANING? Call Jim Triple J Window Cleaning. 250-349-7546.

Misc. Wanted COIN Collector looking to buy Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins.

Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. Call Chad 250-863-3082 (Local)

Real Estate Acreage for Sale Acreages â&#x20AC;&#x153;columbiavalleyproperties.comâ&#x20AC;?

Houses For Sale Reduced - Two homes and a shop in Golden for sale. Kijiji 370618987. Phone 250-344-5772 or 344-0553.

Windermere new listing: 4758 Government Street $368,000, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 1500 sq ft, 4 blocks to main beach, best price and fully upgraded.

Agents welcome. 250-342-2428

Small Ads work!

Apt/Condo for Rent CARRIAGE COURT APARTMENTS

conveniently located behind Sobeys within walking distance to downtown.

Two bdrm townhouse units, outside entrance. Sliding glass doors open onto balcony overlook private courtyard.

Fireplace and WD included in each unit.

Long term preferred. $800/month DD. Available now. Utilities extra 250-270-0729 Lake Windermere Pointe condos starting at $1000 plus utilities. Several choice properties available. Contact Eric Redeker at First Choice Realty at 250-342-5914 for an appointment.

RADIUM - Cozy 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo over 800 sq ft for rent at the Peaks available immediately. 7 appliances, underground parking, pool, indoor and outdoor hot tub.

NS, Deposit required. Asking $799/ month. 403-285-4759, 403-2914804

Duplex / 4 Plex Windermere 4 plex, 2 bdrm suites recently renovated. All appl, large deck, large yard, views of the lake, separate entrances, ample parking, 3 blocks from beach, pets considered. Available immediately. $700/mth Call or text 250-409-7435 or email sillymilleys@shaw.ca

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Heavy Duty Machinery

Cresteel RV Services

Barrister & Solicitor

Trades, Technical

EXPERIENCED Servers are required at The Farside Pub in Fairmont. Send resumes to steve.kufďŹ&#x201A;er@gmail.com

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Misc Services

Rentals

250-342-0450

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Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what breathing is like with cystic fibrosis.

Serving the Valley for over a decade!

Reporter Full Time The Free Press, Fernie, BC The Free Press newspaper has an immediate opening for a full time reporter.

We are looking for someone with a journalism degree/ diploma and at least one year of newspaper experience.

The qualiÂżed applicant must have experience with Indesign and Photoshop and will be expected to work independently, reporting to the Editor.

We are seeking that true journalist who loves to cover everything from the seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bake sale and city council to junior B hockey and school plays.

The reporter is expected to work Ă&#x20AC;exible hours, including weekends, and must own a car and be prepared to travel across the Elk Valley.

The successful candidate will receive a very competitive salary, car allowance, and an excellent beneÂżt package.

Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.

If you have an interest in the community, excellent writing skills and experience in journalism, and the ability to work to strict deadlines, please send a cover letter, resume, and examples of your writing and photography work to: Angela Treharne Editor The Free Press 342 Second Avenue Box 2350 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Fax: (250) 423-3110 Email: editor@thefreepress.ca Only those selected for interview will receive a response.

No wonder so many people with CF stop breathing in their early 30s.

Please help us.

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SPORTS

Valley golf news

Getting ready to give back

SUBMITTED Special to The Valley Echo

Fairmont Mountainside Men’s Club On a very cool and rainy May 2, the pair of Bill Bergman and Howard Stafford won handily in a two men, one best net competition. However, on May 2, Ed Taillieu, arriving uncustomarily late, was able to wave his magic hand in selecting three blind partners and voila, won our “sixes” team competition to the amazed chagrin of the rest of us. His ghost team included Bill, Kirk Dawson and guest Terry Lemarca. A suppressed well done!

On a sunny warm May 16, the team of John Selzler, Steve Scheult, Paul Barrett and John Denhamer (yes, he’s back!) won our four men, two best net competition. Over the course of these three membership competitions, closest to the pin awards went to Martin Hacker (four times!), Dan Wasylyk (twice), Paul, Howard, Terry, Steve, Dave Gibson and Scott Powell.

Deuces were rolled in by Martin, Dave, Paul, Bill Bergman, Bill DesBrisay, Wayne Geiger, Tom Gerald and Brent Dougherty.

— Submitted by Barry Jones

Windermere Valley Ladies Golf Club On May 23, 18 ladies played Long Drive and KP and, except for a short, sharp downpour, it was a fine day. The winners were: in the first flight, handicap 1 to 24 — Long Drive: Pat Andruschuk and no winner for the KP; second flight, handicap 25 to 29 — Long Drive: Cathy Howard and again no winner for the KP; third flight, handicap 30+ — Long Drive: Sandy Hemsing and Ann Way was the winner of the KP. The overall winner of the Long Drive was Pat Andruschuk and Ann Way won the KP. The Deuce Pot was won by Coreen Rault and Carole Stanford won the Putting Pot. — Submitted by Ann Way

ECHO FILE PHOTO Massages were available at last year's Giving Back Golf Tournament. This year's event takes place on Sunday, June 24 and the proceeds are going to the Rotary Club of Invermere's spray park fund. Enter at The Valley Echo office.

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Two bdrm, downtown Invermere, Avail. June 1. $700/mth + utilities. 250-342-9779.

BRIGHT, spacious, approx 1300 sq ft of living space. 2 BR, 2 1/2 bath, fully furnished, deck, bbq & air conditioning.

Incl all utilities. Available weekly or monthly. Minimum 6 month lease $950/month. No smoking, no pets. 403-2409357 or 403-237-4698.

2004 Sebring 4dr, 2.7 cc, 6 cyl. One owner. $5000 obo.

250-345-2175 (Fairmont); rdhemsing@shaw.ca

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Notice to Creditors & Others Re: The Estate of Kaspar Heiz, aka Kaspar Joseph Heiz aka Kaspar Josef Heiz, deceased, formerly of Invermere B.C. died April 16, 2012.

Creditors & others having claims against the estate of Kaspar Heiz are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at Box 2647, Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0 on or before June 27, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

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250-347-9970.

Townhouses FULLY Furnished 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 baths. Garage, all appliances & A/C. Cable, internet and utilities incl. Call 778-2141744 or visit www.getawaytoinvermere.com. Long term rates available.

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CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Worship Services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman Pastor Rev. David Morton 1-866-426-7564

WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED 250-342-6644 100-7th Avenue, Invermere www.wvsm.info www.christchurchtrinity.com Reverend Laura Hermakin

CANADIAN MARTYRS CATHOLIC CHURCH

Roman Catholic Parish Pastor: Father James McHugh 250-342-6167 Invermere 250-344-6328 Golden Confession: 1/2 hour before Mass Canadian Martyrs Church 712 - 12 Ave, Invermere Saturday at 7 p.m.

Sunday at 9 a.m.

St. Joseph Church Highway 93-95, Radium Hot Springs Sunday at 11 a.m.

9 a.m.

Worship at All Saint’s, Edgewater; 1st, 3rd, and 4th Sundays 9:30 a.m.

God’s Breakfast Club for Children and Youth Sacred Heart Parish 10:30 a.m.

808 - 11 Street, Golden Worship at Christ Church Sunday at 5 p.m.

Trinity, Invermere; Every Sunday St. Anthony’s Mission 7:00 p.m.

Corner of Luck and Dunn, Canal Flats Worship at St. Peter’s, Saturday at 4:30 p.m.

Windermere; 1st Sunday (served from Kimberly) of the month May-Oct

RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP For more information call 250-342-6633 or 250-347-6334 Loving God, Loving People #4 - 7553 Main Street West, Radium Sundays at 10 a.m.

Bible Studies #4 - 7553 Main Street West, Radium Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Kids’ Church Edgewater Hall Thursday 6:30 p.m.

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH

326 - 10th Ave. 250-342-9535 REV. TREVOR HAGAN Senior Pastor www.lakewindermerealliance.org

Sunday, June 3rd 10:30 a.m.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Hwy. 93/95 1 km north of Windermere Pastor: Murray Wittke Sunday Service 10 a.m. Worship & Word Kid’s Church Provided

Worship and Life Instruction “The Journey: Our Helper And Guide – THE HOW!” Call the office at 250-342-9511 Pastor Trevor ministering. for more information. www.valleychristianonline.com

Sharing Truth Showing Love Following the Spirit

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Wednesday, May 30, 2012 The Valley Echo

The Valley Echo has put together a 12 month community calendar for the Columbia Valley. Each month, we'll print the following month's page. To add your community event to the page, email the date, time and location to production@invermerevalleyecho.com by the third Sunday in each month. For additional information about the calendar and participating in the 2013 edition, please call 250-342-9216.

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Fresh Fridays Open Mic Nite @ Pynelogs, 7 p.m.

David Suzuki, Inv Comm Hall, webcast 7:30 p.m.

Rally for Relay, 10 a.m.

Cenotaph Roller derby â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Good The Bad, the Derbyâ&#x20AC;? 5:30 Eddie Mtn Mem Arena Canal Days, Canal Flats

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Bingo, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 7 p.m.

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Scrabble Night at Inv. Library, 6 - 8 p.m.

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Canadian Cancer Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relay for Life Coyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fun Day of Golf, Fairmont Lions Club, 12 pm National Aboriginal Day Festival, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

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RONAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Customer Appreciation Day Roller derby, Marysville Arena, 5:30 p.m.

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ICAN Garage Sale, Deck Storage, 9 - 2

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LWDRGC Willi Schmidt Memorial Rifle Shoot Bighorns football reg, 10 a.m.

Radium Days 10 - 2 Brits Best Classic Car Show

Danny McBride Ex. 6-9 p.m., Artym Gallery.

Show until June 15

REACH: DTSS Art Show at Pynelogs

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Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day BBQ Edgewater Community Hall, 4 -7 p.m.

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The Valley Echoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Giving Back Community Golf Tournament

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Bingo, Canal Flats Civic Centre, 7 p.m.

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Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day at Inv. Library, 1 - 2:15 p.m.

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National Aboriginal Day

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Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day at Inv. Library, 1 - 2:15 p.m.

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Rod Charelsworth & Jeff Fleming Exhibition June 29, 6-9 p.m., Artym Gallery. Show until July 6

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