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Water consumption drops in Radium Village grateful to Columbia Basin Trust for expertise and support DAN WALTON dan@invermerevalleyecho.com

Despite a higher rate of drinking water being used, Radium Hot Springs has made substantial upgrades

over the past four years to save millions of litres of water.

"The Village of Radium Hot Springs has reduced gross community water consumption by 27 percent since 2009," stated a July 9th press release issued by the village. "That is equivalent to 116 mega litres or 116,000,000 litres of water saved annually."

Three reasons were cited as the top contributions towards the massive reduction: better management of municipal irrigation systems; village

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Dialysis petition heads to Victoria Almost 1,000 signatures protest removal of dialysis unit from Invermere NICOLE TRIGG nicole@invermerevalleyecho.com

A petition with almost 1,000 signatures against removing the dialysis unit from the Invermere & District Hospital has made its way into the hands of Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald.

Mr. Macdonald, who met with Interior Health president and CEO Dr. Robert Halpenny on July 10th to discuss the controversial health care service removal, told The Valley Echo he'll be taking the petition to Victoria.

"We'll enter it into the legislature," he said. "It's a significant number of people — I think there are 937 names on it."

His meeting with Dr. Halpenny was "encouraging," Mr. Macdonald said. "He completely familiar with (the issue). No promises, but he'll put fresh eyes onto it."

The Valley Echo reported on July 10th that equipment from the Invermere dialysis unit — the reverse osmosis unit — had already been moved to Sparwood Hospital and it was just a matter of scheduling before the rest of the equipment followed.

Mr. Macdonald also had a meeting scheduled with B.C. Health Minister

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Terry Lake for Monday, July 22nd, and encourages members of the public, even those who have signed the petition, to take the time to either phone into the ministry or write emails, and continue to push the issue.

"We're into a period where there are going to be more health care cuts inevitably simply because of the budget that was presented," he said. "There is a growth in the amount of money that's going to be spent on health care and there is a growth in the money that is coming to Interior Health, but it doesn't match the cost pressures."

What this means is that inevitably the government will be looking for cost savings and, in the past, rural B.C. — especially smaller communities in rural B.C. — have been hit particularly hard, he said.

"These services are important, not only to the health of the population, but there's an economic importance to them as well," Macdonald said. "People move to communities that have good education and good health, and are reticent to do so if they see those services being diminished."

"We really have to be clear that these are services we value and that collectively we're going to fight for them."

The petition was organized by friends of Kirt Sellers, one of the two patients receiving dialysis treatments in Invermere when IHA announced the unit would be leaving the valley.

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"I went around town, I talked mostly to the business community," said one of the petition organizers, who wishes to remain anonymous. "I realize that this is emergency equipment, a life support system, and I don't understand what Victoria and Kamloops don't get about that."

"The distances (IHA expects dialysis patients to now drive) are unbelievable when your health is compromised and you have a chronic illness," she said. "This is infrastructure that has been here for a very long time and we can't have it taken away."

The petition is mainly signed by residents of the Columbia Valley, from Canal Flats through to Radium Hot Springs, said Mr. Macdonald.

"So the petition is significant if you think about the number of residents we have in the lower valley," he said.

"Of course it impacts us here in Golden as well, although not as directly because we don't have somebody local who is using it right now, but we're in the service area."

According to Mr. Macdonald, Golden council has passed a motion against the unit's removal and has sent a letter, there has been unanimous concern by all local governments in the Columbia Valley, and the East Kootenay Hospital in Cranbrook has also indicated they have a problem with the decision.

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ECHO FILE PHOTO The Canadian Rockies International Airport in Cranbrook as seen from the air. The airport has just received substantial federal funding for upgrades.

Feds deliver funding for Canadian Rockies International Airport MP David Wilks announces $33,000 in funds for safer runway reporting system SALLY MACDONALD Cranbrook Daily Townsman

Runway conditions at Cranbrook's airport will be broadcast to pilots immediately starting this winter, thanks to federal government funding.

On Thursday, July 18, Kootenay Columbia MP David Wilks announced $33,715 in funding for Canadian Rockies International Airport to allow it to purchase tablet-type devices and a software program for a runway condition reporting system.

“The Canadian Rockies International Airport is a vital gateway for local residents, businesses, trade and tourism,” said MP Wilks. “This funding will enhance the safety of all those who use this airport, especially the communities and businesses in this region.”

Tristen Chernove, managing director of the airport, said the funding will mean improved safety and efficiency for runway reporting.

“It's a tool that allows us to transmit our runway surface conditions during winter operations onto the internet immediately and directly from the vehicle where the observations are being taken,” he explained.

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conservation needs, and plan for the most locally effective actions to reduce community wide water consumption, according to the website.

One benefit to signing onto the initiative is the connection with Columbia Basin Trust (CBT).

"CBT has provided access to expertise that would be challenging to fund on an individual municipal basis," Village of Radium Hot Spring CAO Mark Read told The Valley Echo. "The real strength, however, lies in the networking, sharing and collaboration that has occurred between municipalities under CBT guidance and direction."

ings using a special device on the vehicle that measures friction at different intervals along the runway.

Once those figures have been collected, the techniciansdrives to the flight services building, walks upstairs and gives the piece of paper to flight services staff, who then must find time between communicating with pilots to input the data.

“This system allows the operator of the vehicle to immediately input the information digitally, which goes directly onto the internet and is accessible by pilots,” Chernove explained.

As well as being faster, the new system leaves fewer opportunities for human error because there is less handling.

“The Canadian Rockies International Airport is a vital economic catalyst for the Kootenay Region,” said Wayne Stetski, Mayor of Cranbrook. “The City of Cranbrook appreciates that the federal government continues to invest in airports through ACAP.” The funding was made available through the government's Airports Capital Assistance Program (ACAP).

Through this program, the government has given Cranbrook's airport more than $8 million for 13 projects.

“The positive for me is most of all about the continued support and successful relationship between the levels of government and the agreed-upon importance of the economic engine of the airport, the catalyst that we are,” said Chernove.

“While this particular grant is not a huge sum of money, it represents the federal government, which controls these regulations, being prepared to help us implement the regulations.”

Because of its geography, Radium has a natural advantage when it comes to distributing its water.

"We are blessed with a very efficient system in Radium in which our water is moved by gravity, not pumps. As such, our treatment costs are primarily related to the costs of the chemicals (i.e. chlorine) used to treat the water," Mr. Read said, stating approximately $3,000 as the annual chlorination costs.

The biggest challenge to the village comes seasonally.

"Lawn watering and other outdoor use is a major contributor to peak demand, which is when water use is at its highest. Seasonal visitors and temperature/precipitation variability also have a strong influence on peak de-

mand in Radium," Mr. Read said. "By reducing both indoor and outdoor contributions to peak water demand in summer months, Radium residents and visitors can reduce their impact on the water supply, distribution, and treatment infrastructure."

Through 2013 and 2014, Radium will also be upgrading its water mainline and tracking usage more effectively to support enhanced utility operations.

"We are continuing to implement improvements to our water treatment and distribution system, with a district metering system as our next project," said Mr. Read.

The Water Smart initiative plans to reduce gross community water consumption by 20 per cent among participating communities by 2015.

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College of the Rockies welcomes new leadership President Nick Rubidge steps down after 12 years, replacement found after six-month search STEVE HUBRECHT steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

The College of the Rockies, which has branches in several East Kootenay communities, including Invermere, recently appointed David Walls as its seventh president and chief executive officer.

“I am delighted to have been selected as the next president of the college. The enthusiasm and pride for the College exhibited by everyone I met during the selection process was both gratifying and infectious,” said Mr. Walls in a press release.

Mr. Walls will take over the position at the college’s main campus, in Cranbrook, on August 19th. The college’s board and a 16-member search committee (made up of board members, senior administrators, management and support staff as well as instructors) spent six months in search for somebody to replace outgoing president and chief executive officer Nick Rubidge.

Mr. Rubidge is stepping down after 12 years as College of the Rockies president and 40 years of working in B.C. post-secondary education.

“The focus of the search process was to secure a president with the experience, leadership qualities and vision to build upon the college’s achievements and take the innovative spirit of the school to additional heights,” said board chair Orest Federko in a

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press release. “Mr. Wells displayed to us his passion for post-secondary education and student success and has given us confidence in his ability to lead a consultative process which will set a strategic course for our future.”

The incoming president has worked in post-secondary education for some time. Most recently Mr. Walls was provost and vice president academic at the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technolo-

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gy (SIAST) and before that had worked at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), where among other roles he was dean of energy and natural resources and dean of mechanical trades and technologies.

“Mr. Walls is experienced in strategic management and institutional growth, has led the development of market-driven education and training, is skilled in building innovative partnerships and successful teams, has an entrepreneurial flair and leads with a consultative style,” said Mr. Federko.

The new president has served as board chair of the Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre and as a board member of both the Saskatchewan Academic Health Sciences Network and the International Mining Innovation Institute. He has a Master’s degree in science, welding technology and management from Aston University in Birmingham, England and a Bachelor’s degree of technology and metallurgy from Brunel University in Uxbridge, England.

“The College of the Rockies has earned a solid reputation for innovation and growth. I’m excited to have the opportunity and privilege to lead this great institution into a future I have no doubt will be filled with amazing opportunities and interesting challenges,” said Mr. Walls. “I’m looking forward to living and working in this beautiful region of B.C. and experiencing the wonderful Kootenay communities served by the College.”

The college has also appointed Russell Workun as its new dean of instruction. Mr. Workun will also join the college in August and will be responsible for the trades and apprenticeships, timber frame, adult basic education, office administration and fire training programs.

Provincial topo maps go mobile GeoBC jumps on technology and modernizes its maps STEVE HUBRECHT steve@invermerevalleyecho.com

Those who venture into the backcountry for work or for fun no longer need to contend with fold-out topographical maps flapping annoyingly in the wind, getting soaked by rain or ripping and tearing with frequent use.

GeoBC recently came out with a series of free, high-resolution topographical maps designed to be used on mobile devices. Users of the new Terrain Resource Information Management (or TRIM) map set will be able to zoom in quickly to closely examine small features without loosing the maps’ considerable detail.

"The maps are an updated version of some older free raster maps we had; they just make it easier to use in mobile devices, so we're just adding another aspect to the base mapping products that are freely available to the public," GeoBC base mapping and cadastral section manager Brad Hlasny told The Valley Echo.

The series includes more than 7,000 maps (at a scale of 1:20,000) that cover all of British Columbia. They feature elevation contours, roads, railways, airports, transmission lines, urban and other built-up areas, municipal and regional boundaries, lakes, waterways, wetlands, forests, backcountry trails, campgrounds, coastlines, parks and other protected areas. Another series at a scale of 1:250,000 is in development.

In remote, rural areas where web-based applications such as Google Maps are not available but cellphone coverage is, the maps may prove particularly useful. The maps series can be downloaded as PDF files from GeoBC’s Base Map Online Store (or through its KML viewer) to any computer and then transferred to mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets.

If using mobile devices with GPS, viewers will be able to see their location and track their movements on the maps. The feature could save time by allowing backcountry-based professionals (such as Search and Rescue workers, biologists, miners, geologist and foresters) to plot points of interest and add annotated notes, sketches or diagrams on separate layers using a standard PDF reader.

"We've had quite a bit of positive reaction, mainly by industry users, not so much recreational," said Mr. Hlasny, adding Search and Rescue groups have expressed concern the maps will cause more people to get lost in the backcountry.

"The Province doesn't suggest that people rely on their mobile devices," he said. "Be smart out in the bush; always take a compass and a paper map."

GeoBC provides geospatial consultation services to government departments across Canada, but its base map products are available free to the public through the organization’s website at www.geobc.gov.bc.ca.

"What's next is to strip away some of the surround on the maps (indexes, etc.) and provide only the picture so people will be able to tile them together," said Mr. Hlasny. "There will definitely be more products to come."

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Keep your old BC Hydro power meter, for a fee

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People who insist on refusing new wireless electrical meters can keep their old mechanical meter as long as it lasts, if they pay a monthly fee, Energy Minister Bill Bennett announced Thursday, July 18th.

Customers can keep their mechanical meters until they break down, their Measurement Canada accuracy seal expires or the customer relocates, the ministry said in a statement.

The mechanical meter option is added to an earlier compromise with BC Hydro customers who still don’t have a digital smart meter, which transmits power consumption and status via radio signals.

Customers can have a digital meter with its transmission function turned off, or

keep their old meter, as long as they pay the cost of having the meter read manually.

Bennett said the cost of meter reading will be about $20 a month. Customers who accept a deactivated smart meter will also pay a fee of about $100 to have it adjusted.

The fee to keep a mechanical meter will be higher, because it will require a separate system to manually record and bill for power consumption, Bennett said.

NDP energy critic John Horgan said he is pleased that the proposed fees will be reviewed by the B.C. Utilities Commission before being implemented. The opt-out provision should have been made available from the start, instead of

Power outage caused by motor vehicle accident Power pole at bottom of Athalmer hill felled by westbound truck, driver treated for injuries PIONEER STAFF news@invermerevalleyecho.com

The District of Invermere lost power for a few hours last week when a driver who may have had some kind of sudden medical problem hit a power pole.

On Thursday, July 11th at 6:18 a.m., a 64-year-old Alberta man was driving westbound down the Athalmer hill in a 2007 Ford F-150 on Laurier Avenue, when his pickup veered left and crashed into a hydro pole near Huckleberry's Family Restaurant, shearing off the pole. The driver complained of a medical issue and no evidence of braking was discovered. He was taken to the hospital and treated for his injuries.

“We think he did have some kind of issue because there was no evidence of braking or any other signs of attempted evasion, the driver just went straight into the pole,” said Staff Sgt. Shehovac, adding that no results had come back to confirm this possibility, but that it is certainly part of the investigation.

The scene was attended by fire and ambulance services, as well as BC Hydro. Power resumed shortly after the accident.

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BC Hydro reports that 60,000 smart meter installations have been delayed due to customer request, while 1.8 million or 96 per cent of customers now have a functioning smart meter.

Some people persist in the belief that the radio signals from smart meters are a health hazard, despite the fact that the periodic meter signals represent a tiny fraction of the radio frequency exposure from a mobile phone call.

Bennett said mechanical meters are obsolete, and eventually every customer will have a smart meter, whether it transmits or not.

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Dialysis not a done deal yet NICOLE TRIGG nicole@invermerevalleyecho.com

When The Valley Echo received a short press release back in January about a decision by Interior Health to close the dialysis unit at the Invermere & District Hospital, it's probably not too far a stretch to say that a large percentage of valley residents were most likely unaware that treatment for kidney failure was even available at their local hospital, and has been for the past 18 years.

Fast forward six months and almost 1,000 people are putting their foot down and demanding, by way of petition, that the unit stays. A remarkable number considering the valley's population sits somewhere between 6,000 and 9,000 year-round.

Dialysis treatments are primarily used as an artificial replacement for lost kidney function in people with renal failure, a medical condition in which the kidneys fail to adequately filter waste products from the blood. Despite the fact that two individuals were requiring the service at the time of the announcement, IH argues there are not enough patients with renal failure in Invermere and the surrounding area to make it worthwhile. Besides, they say, they're having trouble staffing it.

The whittling away of health services in small communities cannot be the answer if these decisions cause added stress and inconvenience.

And, as MLA Norm Macdonald points out, there is not only a health concern around the removal of the unit, but an important economic aspect as well. If one long-established piece of health infrastructure with a history of benefit to its community can be removed by a centralized body without acknowledging any serious potential drawbacks, what's next? This is the question that's on everyone's minds. How ironic that a region slated for a major economic boost is seeing cutbacks of this kind.

It remains to be seen how effective the petition and Mr. Macdonald's powers of persuasion will be. Regardless of the outcome, it's alarming IH has travelled so far down this path against a community's wishes to the point where people doubt their health authority has their best interests in mind.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Residents appeal to B.C.Health Minister Editor's note: The following three letters were sent to the B.C. Health Minister Terry Lake and copied to The Valley Echo for publication.

(1) Dear Minister Lake: I am a resident in the Columbia Valley and I support the re-opening of the Invermere Dialysis Unit.

My husband and I chose to live in this beautiful valley and have learned that, medically speaking, we have to travel to Cranbrook or Calgary to receive more than regular family doctor care. These trips (three-hour return to Cranbrook, seven-hour return to Calgary) are stressful and time consuming. Imagine having to do those journeys three times a week! This is what faces patients who require dialysis.

Families are having to relocate as a result of this imposed travelling. Visitors and part-time residents from other provinces who used to receive dialysis treatment in Invermere can no longer come to the Columbia Valley. This has serious repercussions on tourism and our economy. These visitors paid enough in fees to cover much of the cost to Interior Health to keep the service going.

It is important that Health Care be available to all residents of B.C. It does not make sense to close this unit and force residents to move away due to long travel times.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this urgent matter.

Invermere does not deserve to have any further cut-backs to our health services. Removal of the Dialysis Unit is UNACCEPTABLE! Such action causes immeasurable hardship to people who are already suffering from a disease Continues on Page A7

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(2) Dear Minister Lake:

I am a resident of the Columbia Valley and I support the re-opening of the Invermere Dialysis Unit. Dialysis patients from the Invermere area are now having to travel many hours to Cranbrook for treatment. The return drive is more than three hours — a trip that must be taken three times a week. Dialysis patients who were receiving treatment in Invermere, but could not manage to drive to Cranbrook every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, have been forced to move from this area. As a result, Interior Health now says that there are not enough patients to keep the unit open. Visitors and part-time residence from other provinces who used to receive dialysis treatment in Invermere can no longer come to the Columbia Valley. This has serious repercussions on tourism and our economy. And these visitors paid enough in fees to cover much of the cost to Interior health to keep this service going. It does not make sense to close this unit, and is not fair to force dialysis patients from this area to travel such long distance for treatment.

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B.C. Views — Tom Fletcher

Green MLA on coal and controversy After climate scientist-turned-Green Party MLA Dr. Andrew Weaver had a taste of debate in the B.C. legislature, I asked him for his impressions on that and other issues. (Dr. Weaver is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society, the American Meteorological Society and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. In 2008, he was appointed to the order of British Columbia, and has served on numerous national and international committees.)

Excerpts from that discussion: TF: You did a study comparing burning all the world’s coal reserves and all oil reserves, showing how big coal really is. The federal government says that when you add up what’s actually being used in North America, carbon emissions from coal are about 30 times more than from oil.

Now we have a symbolic coal export ban in Vancouver, which doesn’t apply to Port Moody or Point Roberts or Prince Rupert. Do you think there’s any significance to this?

AW: There is no question that the biggest issue around is coal, because coal use is on the rise world-wide. Not in the United States, because they’re converting [power production] to natural gas. This is why American producers are saying, let’s ship it to Asia. California says no, Oregon says no, Washington says no. Vancouver says no, British Columbia, not sure.

It’s pushing us to start thinking about what I think is going to be the greatest industrial revolution the

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or condition that makes life difficult for them. Such treatment is vital to their very lives. Reopen the Invermere Dialysis Unit immediately — it is the only acceptable option for our community.

Sincerely, Dalphine van de Walle Invermere

Hydro investments grow economy Editor's note: This letter was sent to the Sooke News Mirror and copied to The Valley Echo for publication.

Dear Editor: I am responding to the July 10, 2013 op-ed ‘Hydro rate hikes, tip of the iceberg’ by John Horgan. Stable and secure power is fundamental to growing a strong economy which is why we are investing in new and existing hydro infrastructure.

While Mr. Horgan asserts there is no business case for

world has ever seen, which is transformation of energy systems away from our combustion approach, which is essentially what we’ve been doing since we were in caves. We’ve gone from burning wood to now fossil wood, and fossil plants and fossil algae, to a much more modern era of production of energy through natural means, solar, wind, geothermal etc.

TF: Liquified natural gas. The NDP says they are absolutely in favour of that now.

“It's pushing us to start thinking about what I think is going to be the greatest industrial revolution the world has ever seen, which is transformation of our energy systems away from our combustion approach... ” AW: I have questioned the economics of it from day one. There’s a market differential that exists now. There’s that small window because Japan is moving from nuclear to natural gas. But we’re way behind everyone else.

TF: Thirty years ago, Japan played Australia and B.C. off for metallurgical coal. Those northeast B.C. coal mines are back up and running again, but you’re seeing a similar thing here?

AW: Yes. And if we start shipping natural gas to Asia … the Asian price comes down, the North American price goes up. British Columbians

a nation building project like the Northwest Transmission Line, a line that will bring power to a huge part of the province currently running off diesel generators, our government believes investments such as this are exactly what BC Hydro should be doing. This project will open up world class mineral deposits and support new mines, like Red Chris, one of the top 10 copper and gold deposits in the world. In fact, the Mining Association of BC estimates the line could attract more than $15 billion in mining investment, creating up to 10,000 jobs and generating $300 million in annual tax revenues. None of this happens unless we build the line to provide the power these mines need.

We need to ensure we have a diverse grid that can provide reliable power today, and into the future. That’s why we continue to support new, cleaner sources of power such as wind and run of river. Do these sources produce power at a higher cost than what our heritage assets do?

Of course they do. Like most other things, it costs more today to produce power than it did decades ago. But these sources are cleaner than alternatives such as coal or gas and less expensive than building brand new hydroelectric dams.

In the nineties the NDP government made virtually no investments in Hydro infrastructure and did little

haven’t been told that.

TF: How has the legislature session been for you?

AW: I sit there and watch the two parties. Rhetorical question, condescending answer. Rhetorical question, condescending answer. And I hope more British Columbians watch this, because this needs to change. And I think it can change.

TF: The NDP opposition decides when you and Delta South Independent Vicki Huntington get your occasional moments in question period?

AW: Yes, and if I’ve asked it’s been no problem.

TF: Grudgingly no doubt. If the NDP had their way, the closest Green Party member would be in Holland.

AW: [Laughs] Yes. Certainly not in North America.

There’s this sense of entitlement within the NDP to the ‘green’ vote. And I sense that the BC Liberals very much like our existence, as being not NDP. The reality is, we take as many Liberal votes, if not more. It’s because what it means to be ‘green’ has moved out of what the NDP view as green, which is a tree hugger. It’s kids going to school, talking about conservation, and going home to talk to their parents. That's where our votes are coming from.

TF: Are you going to be found standing in front of a coal train any time soon?

AW: No, never. They asked me to, and I said no, because I don’t believe in civil disobedience.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. He can be reached at tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

to maintain BC Hydro’s assets. Their idea of a sound investment was a power plant in Pakistan. We have taken a different approach. We are investing in projects that are powering our needs today and ensuring we will have the power we need for our future. The unprecedented opportunity in Liquefied Natural Gas and other growing sectors such as mining must be supported with stable, secure power. This is what we are building.

You can’t make these kinds of legacy investments that will benefit all British Colombians without putting pressure on rates. Contrary to some reports, BC Hydro is managing their capital projects within their planned budget. There are a couple of projects over budget but most are under budget.

I have been very clear that my mandate, as given to me by the Premier, is to minimize rate increases while continuing to make historic investments in Hydro’s infrastructure to grow our economy. I am committed to accomplishing this goal.

Sincerely, Honourable Bill Bennett Minister of Energy and Mines (Responsible for Core Review)

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Send your events to production@invermerevalleyecho.com THURS JULY 25 •Junior Naturalists program for kids 6 – 12 yrs.

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Redstreak Campground.

Pre-register at 250-3476525 or friendsofkootenay@gmail.com. Runs every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in July & August.

•Bike around the Lake with the Summit Youth Centre, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

FRI JULY 26 •Karaoke night at the Summit Youth Centre, 5 - 10:30 p.m..

•Hard Drive performs at The Station pub, 10 p.m. Classic rock band.

No cover.

SAT JULY 27 •Edgewater Legion Open Market, 10 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m.. To book a table call Vi at 250-3470044.

•Zelda Nelson art demonstration at Effusion Art Gallery, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 250-341-6877, effusionartgallery.com.

•Hard Drive performs at The Station pub, 10 p.m. Classic rock band.

No cover.

SUNDAY JULY 28 •Wild Nature Tours: Slowly down the Columbia. Starts at 1 p.m.

Call 250-341-7235 for more details.

TUES JULY 30 • Windermere Valley Museum's summer children's program: Lawman. Solve a mystery at the museum.

10:30 am. - 12 p.m. at the museum. Admission by donation.

WED JULY 31 •Make a duct tape wallet with the Summit Youth Centre, 5 - 10:30 p.m.

FRI AUGUST 2 •Swimming at Radium Hot Springs with the Summit Youth Centre, 7 p.m. Sign up by Aug 1 to participate.

SAT AUGUST 3 •Free Family Fun. Movie in the Park: The Croods. Fun starts at 8:30 p.m., movie starts at 10 p.m. at Pothole Park. Check www.invermere.net for more details.

SUN AUGUST 4 •6th Annual Tour of the Arts, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

More than 35 artists displaying work along 7th Ave, from Pothole

Park to Pynelogs. Tour passports $20 available at Village Arts, Essentials, Crossroads Collective, Pynelogs, Meet on Higher Ground (Radium) and La Galeria (Fairmont). Grand prize draw for visiting all 3 tour sites. For more info, call 250-342-4423 or go online to www.columbiavalleyarts.com.

•Invermere Music Fest.

Waterfront music festival at Kinsmen Beach greenspace, 4 - 10 p.m.

Live music, food, Arrowhead beer garden. $35 until July 25, regular price $40. Tickets available at Arrowhead Brewery, The Book Bar, Syndicate Boardshop & Pynelogs.

EVERY SUNDAY •Fairmont Farmer's Market, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

•Drop-in roller skating, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., $5, Glacier Peaks Gymnastics building, 250-3425321 •Radium Seniors’ Carpet Bowling, 1:30 p.m., Seniors' Hall •Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5.

•Invermere Badminton Club meets, 7:30 - 10 p.m. at the DTSS gym.

EVERY 2nd SUNDAY •LW Alliance Church Sing and Celebrate, 7 p.m. For more information call Clarence Stauffer, 250-342-9580 EVERY MONDAY •EK Brain Injury Support Group, 1-3 p.m., Family Resource Centre. Info: 250-344-5674 •Gentle drop-in carpet bowling, 1:30 p.m., Seniors' Centre.

•Ladies Motorcycle Born to Ride. Tim Horton’s, 5:15 p.m. Call 341-5646 for more information.

•Cadets, 6:30-9 p.m. for boys and girls, ages 12-17. Cost: FREE (includes uniform). Info: Megan McConnell at 250-409-4455 •Duplicate Bridge, 6:30 p.m., Invermere Seniors’ Hall, $2/person.

Visitors welcome.

•Ultimate Frisbee at J.A. Laird School field. Free, for all ages, and beginners welcome. Call 250-270-0346 for more information.

1st & 3rd TUESDAY •OPT clinic, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Inv. Health Unit.

Confidential service: low-cost birth control,

and STI testing.

EVERY TUESDAY •Shuswap Bingo at the Shuswap Indian Band Office downstairs, doors open at 5:30 p.m., early bird at 6:45 p.m., regular games at 7 p.m.

•Cubs (8-10 year olds) and Beavers (5-7 year olds), J.A. Laird, 6 - 7 p.m.

•Open Mic night at Bud's Bar, beginning at 10 p.m.

1st & 3rd WED •Bingo, Windermere Community Hall, opens at 6 p.m., starts at 7 p.m.

The morning of July 1st, this Invermere sidewalk was normal. However, by the end of the day, the heat had caused enough expansion in the cement that the crack between the panels didn't allow enough room and the sidewalk heaved. The next day, district staff spray-painted the lines to notify pedestrians, but adventurous children were soon observed using the sidewalk as a jump for bikes and scooters! The sidewalk raised about six inches off the ground in the middle.

Submitted story & photo by Mike Ewen

Valley Skies — Brian Fenerty

2nd & 4th WED •Seniors' Day at the Invermere Library, 1:15 2:15 p.m. Bus provided.

Let the stars guide you

EVERY WEDNESDAY •Indoor soccer, DTSS gym. Drop-in $2, 8:3010 p.m.

•Yoga THRIVE - Yoga for Cancer Survivors and Support People.

Copper Point Resort at 4:30 p.m. Call Jan Klimek at 250-342-1195 •Invermere Badminton Club meets 7-9 p.m. at JA Laird School gym.

Praises for our Columbia Valley mountains and benchlands, and reflect on appeared recently in a Kerby Centre publilake and wetland waters. Our mountains cation in Calgary, including the pleasures of create winding cloud patterns in mists, small town life and, of course, nature close sometimes in slow motion, like graceful at hand. Part of nature is our skies, both day sky spirits doing a serene ballet. While in and night, which are just as praiseworthy Calgary there may be a welcome double as the things under them. But do we get so rainbow, here one can see its glory amidst used to the sky here that it becomes more clouds that reveal peeking mountain sides and more a subconscious thing?

— even more eye catching.

Practicalities in life call for quickness If you are not in the habit, how about now and then, but we are tempted to rush this: whenever you arrive home, instead a bit too often, like a weekender rushing of going straight inside, deliberately take to get here, then rushing to get back to the time to see what our sky is up to. After city after an all-too-short breather. Even dark, if you wait a few minutes, you may brief stays boost business and give worn even see one of those sporadic meteors. city dwellers a momentary vital break.

And if you are looking up late in the eveBut I sometimes hear longtime residents ning of August 12th, and the night before say, “Please don’t bring and after, you may see along the city’s hecticlots — that’s annual Per“Practicalities in life call ness as well.” seid Meteor Shower time!

If one needs to get Other nights, try guessing for quickness now and back to the metropolis, which constellations the then, but we are tempted deliberately take a few stars you see are in. With to rush a bit too often. ” extra minutes along the practice, you will know way. If it is getting dark, you’re seeing Cygnus the slow way down at Kootenay Crossing and Swan flying down the Milky Way, or the see if you can spot, through a gap in the great square of Pegasus with sister galaxy trees to the right, a two-second view of Andromeda nearby. Watch the moon and Split Peak, maybe with a star rising over clouds at play. Explore with the kids. Let it. And while watching out for deer and them tell you what they imagine out there.

Mable, the Marble Canyon moose who Let thoughts and spirits soar. Especially, might just run out faster than you think, let us each sense the pace of the stars and keep a corner of your eye open for the the peace they can help us all find within. occasional sporadic (non-shower) meteor “The mountains shall bring peace to the or even a momentary brightening Iridium people,” ... and the heavens they embrace Satellite mirroring the setting sun. If the a timing for which a world longs. moon is up, the drive through Kootenay The Kerby Centre, mentioned at the top, Park is even more fascinating. is also where the Royal Astronomical SoBetter yet, don’t rush back to the city. ciety of Canada holds its monthly astronStay here longer; even help a realtor feed omy meetings on most third Thursdays of his or her fridge! And regularly take the ex- every month in Calgary. Check www.rasc. tra time to enjoy all these nighttime treats. ca for information.

Not just our nighttime skies, either. In Brian Fenerty is a semi-retired valley resiCalgary, there may be interesting daytime dent and an esteemed member of the Royal clouds that catch the eye, but here simiAstronomical Society of Canada. Contact lar clouds intermix artistically with the him at fenertyb@telus.net.

EVERY THURSDAY •Drop-in carpet bowling, 1:30 p.m., Radium.

•Open Mic night at the Hoodoo Grill, beginning at 9:30 p.m.

EVERY FRIDAY •Baby Goose program for parents and babies up to 18 months. 9:3011:30 a.m. at Eileen Madson Primary. kandruschuk@cbal.org •Preschool Story Time at the Invermere Public Library, 10:30 a.m. For info visit invermere. bclibrary.ca •Summer Reading Club, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Invermere Public Library. For kids in grades 1-5. Call each Friday morning to register. 250-342-6416.

•Market on Main, 4 - 9 p.m. in Radium.

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

•Music on Main, 7 - 9 p.m. in Radium.

EVERY SATURDAY •Invermere Farmer's Market, downtown Invermere, 9 a.m. -1 p.m.

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

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New date set for Windermere Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival PAT VAN REGEN

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The 14th Annual Windermere Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival will be held on Sunday, September 15th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Windermere Community Hall and adjoining elementary school field. We are again planning a fun-filled day for the whole community with a wide range of activities, games and entertainment.

Please note that we have stayed with holding the fair on Sunday, but a week later than in previous years. This will ensure we have no conflicts with other community events and it will give the students more time to prepare their entries for the Scarecrow Festival, which is an integral part of our event.

All Columbia Valley families and visitors are invited to participate in this jam-packed day of good times. There will be a scarecrow parade to kick things off (in early September, we will gather together costume pieces at the community hall for the children to choose from), as well as a Kids' Zone with crafts, face painting and games. We invite all local artisans and horticultural enthusiasts to participate in the 'Best In' contest with a range of categories, including — as advertised — a sunflower and pumpkin contest.

Unfortunately, Safe Food Practices regulations will not allow us to have a canning and baking category this year.

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echo file photo A stilt walking butterfly was one of the highlights of the 2012 fair.

Local vendors can contact Gracie Boake at 250-342-0589 to book their tables, and please feel free to contact the committee via email at info@windermerecommunity.ca for further information. Volunteers are always needed.

Come out, join the fun and help support our community!

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Wow, what a weekend!

The Columbia Valley was the place to be this past weekend, with Bullriding in the Rockies on Friday, July 19th followed by Valley Appreciation Day on Saturday, July 20th while Ballfest 2013 ran Friday to Sunday. (Clockwise from top left) A rider stays in his saddle while spectators look on in awe; a team player bats under pressure at Ballfest; a bull rider gets bucked and scrambles to get out of the way; two youngsters grin while getting grubby on the ground; the annual pancake breakfast at Valley Appreciation Day is always a huge hit that draws huge lineups; two belles of the ball are all smiles at the Cowboy Dance; a stiltwalker entertains at VAD; father/son musical duo Marty and Eli Beingessner perform on the Home Hardware Entertainment Stage; crowds pack the stands to watch the bullriding with a rainbow over the Rockies in the background.

All photos by Dan Walton

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2013 Lake Windermere District Lions Charity Golf Day The Lake Windermere District Lions Club and the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley pass on a heartfelt thanks to all the extraordinary volunteers, golfers and sponsors who generously helped in making our golf day another huge success.

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September 8, 1938 - July 6, 2013 Ron is survived by his wife, Rose; daughters Katherine (Mark) and Jana; son Alan (Rory); step-daughter Tara; nieces and nephews and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father, Sydney; mother, Lillian; and his wife, Carol.

Ron was a talented man who seemed to excel in just about everything he turned his hand to, including carpentry, mechanics, music, poetry and art. He was an athlete, having been drafted to the WHA, as well as being a curler, playing softball, football, skiing, and hunting with rifle and bow and arrow.

Ron was a food broker prior to moving to Invermere and managing the Public Works Department. He had a lopsided grin and an easy laugh that will be sorely missed.

Rest in peace, Ron. You are now free from pain.

todd ratson photo/kimberley summer theatre A scene from Self Help presented by the Kimberley Summer Theatre, which runs until Saturday, July 27th. The Wizard of Oz begins August 3rd.

Follow the yellow brick road Kimberley Summer Theatre invites valley residents to experience Oz

A memorial was held for Ron on July 13th, 2013.

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With so much to do in the upper Columbia Valley, it’s hard to leave, but if you do decide to pull yourself away from the local summer fun, the perfect entertainment getaway is waiting for you in Kimberley. The Kimberley Summer Theatre is presenting its 14th season with two premieres. Self Help by playwright Norm Foster has been running since July 9th and ends Saturday, July 27th, and The Wizard of Oz starts Saturday, August 3rd and runs until the 14th at Kimberley's McKim Theatre.

"Self Help has played to more than 600 people with some completely sold-out shows," executive producer Tony James told The Valley Echo. "The response has been overwhelming, to be quite honest. The public is fully enjoying it, laughing throughout and having a blast through the show."

Self Help is about a married couple, both theatre actors, who masquerade as nationally renowned self help gurus Hal and Cindy Savage. The couple try to hold on to their newfound stardom while trying to conceal a body and their falsely acquired fame.

"As for Oz, there's lots of cool effects, pyrotechnics, great

Columbia Valley

Tour of the Arts

Sunday August 4th from 10 to 4 pm

What does ART Walking Art Tour of downtown Invermere mean to you? Call to purchase your Passport 250.342.4423 · Check it out: www.columbiavalleyarts.com Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.

lighting, very colourful, vibrant sets and all that good stuff," said Mr. James. "There will been some surprises and treats for the audience."

Children of all ages will be swept away to the magical land of Oz with Dorothy Gale as she embarks on an enchanted adventure to the Land of Oz in hopes of finding her way home.

"I certainly expect it to do well," said Mr. James. "It should be a great time and lots of fun; you can never go wrong with a timeless classic."

The Kimberley Summer Theatre is a not-for-profit theatre organization with the goal of providing affordable and professional theatre for an international audience of all ages. Previous shows include Sweeney Todd, Spirit of the Sullivan, Beauty and the Beast, The Glass Slipper and Pirates. Since 1997, Kimberley Summer Theatre has employed more than 300 performers and production staff, produced more than 25 plays and performed before tens of thousands, making it one of the foremost summer theatre organizations in the country.

New this year is the implementation of their own box office, which means no open general admission — reservations are required and valley residents are encouraged to charge by phone.

"People have been very pleased with the new system," said Mr. James.

For more information on tickets, special viewings or dinner theatre opportunities visit www.kimberleysummertheatre.ca or call 250-427-4080.

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dan walton/echo photo A trail ride with Luxor Corrals in Spur Valley is the perfect way to explore the valley without having to set foot on the ground.

Explore the valley's mountains by horseback Getting outdoors and active with a horse or mule in the Columbia Valley is a truly special experience DAN WALTON dan@invermerevalleyecho.com

For those who love hiking but want to try something a little different without experiencing the usual sore muscles, an alternative awaits at Luxor Corrals.

You'll team up with a majestic animal, follow some of the most experienced horsemen in the Columbia Valley, witness breathtaking sights, and maybe even bump into some wildlife along the way.

Whether you're looking for a quick one-hour ride, or if you're a hunter needing horses to pack in camp for days — Luxor Corrals caters to every rider, from first-

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First-timers need not fear — the well-trained horses and mules all enjoy meeting new riders, and they know to lead their partners through the trails at a comfortable pace.

"We generally ride the trails between Kindersley and Luxor creek, and occasionally we cross over Kindersley," co-owner Cheryl Condy told The Valley Echo.

"And if we have riders who are scared of heights we stick to the flatter trails."

Luxor Corrals offers an overnight ride, where riders share meals, stake a campout, and experience hours of trail riding with an experienced guide.

"The overnight ride loops around Mule Deer Mountain," Cheryl said. "That trail was used hundreds of years ago by the native people to go over the Luxor pass and head into Alberta — so the horses have been riding up this creek for many, many years."

Cheryl, who's been riding since the age of two, dis-

covered the Luxor Corrals property with her husband Doug Goodwin.

"All I could think was, 'This would be really nice trail riding,' ” she said. "So we applied to the Crown — they said okay and here we are."

The roster of horses at Luxor can be seen online at www.luxortrailhorse.com, or in person at the ranch.

Cheryl and Doug have a range of breeds, as they try to collect one of each.

"They’re all different breeds, we’d like a menagerie of different breeds; about half horses, half mules," Cheryl said.

The riding facility hosted its first-ever horseback archery competition earlier in July, which will hopefully become an annual tradition, and Doug will be teaching the skill at a spring camp in 2014.

Long pants are recommended for all riders, and the minimum age to mount is eight. Luxor Corrals can be found by driving ten minutes north of Radium on Highway 95. Call 250-688-0280 to book your adventure.

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Strategies for staying on the clean eating path It can be really hard to stick to a clean eating lifestyle when you have a busy schedule. Between work, commuting, taking the kids to soccer and mowing the lawn, how do you find time to prepare a healthy meal for your family?

In our fast-paced world, we don’t have time for food, which is why the industrial global diet of fast food and processed meals has taken over many of our kitchens. Pre-packaged foods are easy, cheap and designed to taste good, so it’s no wonder that we often choose to pop a frozen pizza in the oven instead of building one from scratch using healthy ingredients. Unfortunately, these easily accessible foods are also the cause of weight gain and increased obesity in kids and adults. So how does one juggle a career, family and healthy lifestyle?

The key to staying on track is to incorporate a weekly ritual of meal planning, grocery shopping and food preparation.

It will only take a few hours every week, but you’ll quickly realize how important it is to avoid choosing processed food over cooking from scratch.

The first step is to plan all of your

meals and snacks for the week. Keep a list of clean recipes that are simple, fast and tasty. If you aren’t a natural in the kitchen or you’re new to clean eating, sit down with a couple of magazines or cookbooks that support your choice for healthy eating. Pick out recipes you’ll enjoy and write your meal plan or create a chart you can follow. To save time (especially if you don’t like to cook), make larger quantities of two or three recipes and eat the leftovers for dinner over the following few days. You can also simplify this process by having the same snacks every day. A simple meal plan can look something like this: • Breakfast: One hard-boiled egg, one turkey sausage, bell pepper slices, one piece of whole grain toast.

• Morning Snack: Almonds, apple.

• Lunch: Grilled chicken salad with spinach, pumpkin seeds, veggies and balsamic vinaigrette •Afternoon Snack: Hummus and veggies.

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Once you have planned your menu for the week, it’s time to prepare a detailed grocery list and head to the grocery store. But before you go, have a quick snack — it will be a lot easier to avoid the bad stuff on a full stomach. When at the grocery store, start by shopping the perimeter of the store. That’s where you’ll find 80 per cent of your list: fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy, meat and other protein sources. Shop the isles only for items on your list and try to avoid going near your favourite treats. If you’re new to menu planning, stock up on glass containers and snack bags as you’ll need them for storage.

Now that you have all of this clean food, don’t put it away just yet. Take the next few hours to prepare everything, so all you’ll need to do during the week is pull it out of the fridge and throw it together, or reheat and eat! Based on your meal plan, this might entail boiling eggs, washing and chopping vegetables, marinating protein sources,

preparing salad dressing, and measuring portions for breakfast and snacks.

Prepare as much as you can; organize your evening meals by chopping everything up and placing it all together in a freezer bag, ready to cook. You might be tempted to put the food away and prepare as you go, but chances are, you’ll run out of time and revert back to a processed meal or snack that will hinder your goals for healthy eating.

This is one strategy for healthy eating but it might not work for you. Based on your schedule and your lifestyle, you might choose to wake up early and plan meals for the day, rather than prepare for the week. Maybe you’ll pick a different meal for dinner each night, or maybe you’ll cook a big portion twice a week and eat the leftovers for lunch.

Regardless of how you do it, make a plan and stick to it! And as always, a healthy diet is best when paired with regular exercise.

Hayley (250-688-0024) and Kate (250-688-0221) are certified personal trainers with Fitness 4 Life. Visit their website at www.fitness4life.tv for cur-

Local golf pros lend their muscles Valley players golf thousands of rounds of golf in a battle against Lou Gehrig's disease NICOLE TRIGG nicole@invermerevalleyecho.com

During the month of June, golf professionals golfed from sunrise to sunset to support those living with ALS. Pros from Copper Point Golf Club, Windermere Valley Golf Course and Eagle Ranch Resort golfed as many holes as possible to raise awareness and funds for the ALS Society of BC. These courses were three of 40 golf courses located across B.C. participating in the PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS, and of 43 courses participating in the event nationally.

On June 17th, Eagle Ranch Resort pros Steve Haggard and Carson Wallace golfed 144 holes; at Copper Point Golf Club's Ridge Course on June 18th, Brian Schaal, Casey Johnson, Tyler Hawthorne and Scott McClain golfed 262 holes each, and at the Windermere Valley Golf Course on June 24th, Dale Moore (CPGA), Alex Parsons (CPGA), Michael Midyette (CPGA), Dave Dakin (course superintendent), Jake Cameron (member), Ken Litchfield (member), Vic Briar (member) and Phil Burke (member) golfed 211 holes each.

The combined fundraising total for these three courses is over $4,000 so far. Donations are still accepted online at www.golfathonforals.ca.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS ), also referred to as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a fatal neurodegenerative disorder that affects the

PHOTO BY CASEY JOHNSON Players from Copper Point Golf Course golfed a combined total of over 1,000 rounds of golf in one day for the PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS.

person’s motor neurons, which carry messages to the muscles, resulting in weakness and wasting in arms, legs, mouth, throat and elsewhere. Typically, the person is immobilized within two to five years of the initial diagnosis. There is no known cause or cure yet, but the ALS Society of BC is determined to keep the hope alive. Proceeds from the Golfathon provide important support services to ALS patients plus research to find a cure.

“The PGA of BC is proud to support the ALS Society of British Columbia through the annual PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS,” said Executive Director of the PGA of BC Donald Miyazaki in a press release. "Funds raised through the efforts of our golf professionals have helped thousands of patients and family since its inception in 2005. We are excited to see the program grow, year after year and look forward to contributing towards the fight against this deadly disease."

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Horoscope Four th Week of July

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ARIES Avoid making an important decision this week, Aries. Your mind is busy with too many ideas, and you will not be able to focus all of your attention on one task.

CANCER You certainly are in the spotlight this week, Cancer. All of this attention may try your nerves, so you may be interested in hiding out somewhere.

Later in the week, you will have the chance.

TAURUS Taurus, you may find you are focused on your finances this week. It’s a good time to assess spending habits and make some changes for the better.

LEO Leo, a discussion with a friend could be significant this week, inspiring you to expand your goals and pursue new dreams with confidence. Be thankful for the newfound inspiration.

GEMINI Gemini, you may find that luck is on your side this week and you can use this to your advantage.

Take some risks you might normally be hesitant to take.

VIRGO Protect your privacy this week, Virgo. Though nothing serious is on the horizon, now is a good time emphasize safety and security for you and your family.

LIBRA Restlessness settles in this week, Libra. You might want to plan a little adventure, whether it is a weekend trip or a night out on the town. The goal is to change the scenery.

SCORPIO Scorpio, stay on top of bills, paperwork and anything else that helps you to get organized. Once you’re finished catching up, resolve to be more organized going forward.

SAGITTARIUS You will have to put forth some extra effort this week, Sagittarius. It may feel like others aren’t pulling their weight, but you still need to do what you have to do to get the job done.

CAPRICORN Capricorn, take some extra time cleaning up in anticipation of an unexpected guest. While company is always welcome, you want to have a tidy home to show off.

AQUARIUS Aquarius, enlist others to lend a helping hand this week. Others may not offer their time and effort, so be proactive in seeking help with an important task.

PISCES Pisces, it may be tempting to stay at home. But you have responsibilities, and they need to be tended to. You can always relax once your work is done.

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Retirement thinking It’s pretty clear to me from just a quick look at the key elements of my own life, that the meaning of ‘retirement’ in the language of each person is different.

Everyone has a different thought about their elder years. Some intend to enjoy leisure and volunteer work. Some are wired to be productive and are unhappy when not useful.

To some people it’s the point when work is done and there is time to enjoy everything. Then there are people who want that, but can’t achieve it because there isn’t the income. I know of some who see retirement as the time to find a new career, whether volunteering, travelling or any of thousands of options.

There are countless other views.

There is a question in my mind, though, and it is this: if the plans of every person are different, why do we expect everyone to save for retirement in the same way?

Think about what you expect you’ll do in retirement.

Ask yourself if it’s the same as the people around you.

Chances are pretty good it's not! Either way, one thing I’ve learned in a relatively short life: it’s never too early to begin thinking about retirement.

For most of us, particularly when we’re young, retirement is not even a consideration. In fact, many people don’t see how it can ever happen, so it’s a frightening thought. For many it’s the monster in the closet. Don’t open the door or it’ll get you.

Yet we know that ignoring something doesn’t make it go away. In fact, the closet-monster grows when no one watches or cares. When that monster does finally jump out, everything about it is scary. Its size, its shape, how much it needs to eat and what - everything about it - is unknown.

It may even prove, with change playing a growing role in life alternatives, traditional retirement savings will only form a piece of your overall needs. Along with our guaranteed, fixed income and growth ori-

ented investments, we might want to, or need to, generate a bit more late-in-life income elsewhere.

On the other hand, a person living more traditionally and intending to work until that’s no longer

possible, won’t need to live twenty five years or more on retirement savings. In this situation, the “traditional” retirement plan may not really fit, either.

I don’t have the ultimate answer for how people should be saving. Everyone and every situation is different. However, I know the traditional bank-inspired plan of saving a portion of income for retirement

each year is just simplistic and lazy thinking and most likely won’t work for anyone, regardless of the intended course. There are, however, three simple and valuable principles for retirement planning.

The first of these I’ve already mentioned. It is to think about your later years. All of them, for the rest of your whole life. Know what you want to do, now and later. We don’t always know where life is going to lead, but the general direction, no matter how much it varies over its course, can be planned for if you think about it. Unexpected things can always derail us. In the vast majority of those scenarios, though, not only will it help to have a lot of traditional retirement savings, it may also help if you have other assets, skills and knowledge on hand.

The second is, understand how to translate your thoughts into a financial plan. This might - most often does - involve the aid of a financial planner who has your best interests at heart. It’s not an off-the-cuff process. At the very least, it involves time studying options and developing an idea of what situations they fit.

The third principle is as important as the others, and it is to remember, just because you’re not saving for retirement doesn’t necessarily mean you’re not saving. It’s valuable to spend less than you earn and save the rest. No matter what you will be doing, you will be better off if you have assets somewhere.

Retirement saving has certain advantages. However, those advantages only matter if the direction of your life allows you to take advantage of them. The most important principle of all is your life is not dictated by your retirement plans. Your retirement plans are dictated by how you live your life.

Remember, if you want to create a plan, we can help.

We’ve developed a lot of practice and don’t suggest things without careful consideration. We’ll be honest about costs. Wherever you may be on this road, planning will help you gain confidence.

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Harry Moore Born in Burkes Falls, Ontario in 1902, as a boy he eagerly listened to stories of Halley’s Comet, of skies black with Passenger Pigeons (now vanished) and the first Aeroplanes (his great love of flying took his whole family to far-flung places in woodenwinged speedster’s!). From a large English-Scot farming family, he followed his father to B.C. in 1923 where he took work saw milling in Wasa and where he met Katharine Alberta Cameron, his wife and help-mate for 67 years. Then the jobs vanished, the 30’s and the Depression hit. Harry Moore never had a job again but never stopped working either. With the help of his wife, family and many of the other strong families, an efficient sawmill grew up in Edgewater, the town he was invited to in 1942 because of he and the crew “could get things done.� And many things were helped along by this tough but soft-hearted achiever - the power dam at Spillimacheen, the new hospital, Edgewater’s high school, airport and bridge over the Columbia-and a quiet, vigorous community flourished. His best time was in the air; farsighted, resourceful and skilled, he was at home with the fliers anywhere.

Happy Landings, Old Pilot!

Cards of Thanks The Columbia Valley Community Foundation wishes to acknowledge the generous anonymous gift of being named as beneficiary of a life insurance policy. These funds will have a lasting positive impact in the community and in the lives of the people who live here. To the family please know we are remembering and honoring your loved one.

Sincerely the Board of Directors.

Coming Events HAND painted textiles for your home by Canadian Federation Artist, Eileen Gidman. Artisan pillows, pictures, cards and more. Washable. www.eileengidman.com Radium Market: July 26 & Aug 2 4-9pm. Invermere Market: July 27 & Aug 3 9am-1pm.

Information ALCOHOLICS Anonymous If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. Call 250-342-2424 for more information. All meetings are at 8 p.m. Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday groups - Columbia United AA at the BC Services building, south end, 625 4th Street Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday, Catholic Church. All meetings are open.

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.

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Due to growth in our ICBC Express Repair Body Shop, we are seeking to fill the following position: LICENSED AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN 2ND/3RD YEAR APPRENTICE. Competitive Wages - Good Benefits. Preference may be given to applicants with previous ICBC Express Shop Experience. Please forward your resume with cover letter by fax or email to the attention of Bill Blackey. Fax 250-545-2256 or email bodyshop@bannisters.com

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Obituaries

Mary Root (nee Dalton) Passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on May 30, surrounded by her family who loved her.

She will be remembered by her children Kevin, Tanis, and Ardis and their spouses, Dorothy, Pat, and Mike, and her grandchildren Read, Carol, Heather, Matthew, Alison, Genny, and Graham.

Mary joins Larry, her husband of almost 6o years, who she has missed so much since he passed in February 2012.

Services will be held at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere at 3pm on July 28th.

Donations to the Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research, a special interest of Mary’s.

Cards of Thanks

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Thank You! The Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley would like to say a big thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Annual Canada Day fireworks display such a great success. The show would not have been possible without the help of many different organizations and individuals.

Thank you to the Government of Canada, the District of Invermere and the Columbia Basin Trust for their support and to Stoneset Equity Development Corporation for allowing us to launch the fireworks from their land again this year. To Invermere Home Hardware for sponsoring the Fireworks BBQ, all our local businesses for generously supporting the show again this year and for allowing us to put coin boxes in their stores; and all the members of the public who contributed.

We would also like to thank our local media for their great coverage of the event. The Columbia Valley Pioneer, The Valley Echo, The Valley Peak, CKIR radio, and Shaw Cable. You did a fantastic job of letting everyone know about the show.

Thanks again to everyone, and we look forward to another great fireworks display on Canada Day next year!

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Reporter The Golden Star in Golden, B.C., is looking for a reporter for a full-time, permanent position. The ideal candidate will report to the editor and will provide top-quality work on a range of news and feature stories for our weekly publication, as well as taking accompanying or stand-alone photos. Night work and weekend work would be required.

Layout experience on InDesign, Photoshop, website and social media experience would be an asset. Ability to work well in a team environment in a pressure situation a must. The candidates must have a degree or diploma in journalism or a related field or prior experience. We offer competitive wages and benefits according to the collective agreement.

Please submit resumes, clippings and a cover letter by July 26, 2013 to: Jessica Schwitek, Editor The Golden Star-413A 9th Ave. N (Box 149) Golden, B.C. V0H 1H0 e-mail: reporter2@thegoldenstar.net Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted, however we thank all applicants for their interest.

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Near new Gibson Custom electric guitar and case. Has C of A, $,1000 firm. 250-3452161

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Real Estate Houses For Sale Exclusive MOUNTAIN HOME For Sale - Visit:

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5 bdrm, spectacular views, fully finished, large 24 x 30 garage with studio/man cave. See Kijiji ad # 505298599. Phone 250-342-8773.

House on lots 7/8. 1 block from post office, Invermere B.C. 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, walk out basement rental suite. (1 bdrm) Trees plus fruit trees, new tin roof, large garden, 8 x 16 green house outside sauna, 2 dry sheds, 1 open shed, very private yard. $280,000.

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Rentals Acreage Build your getaway ranch, farm, or echo-lodge campsite high and dry above the Columbia River in Edgewater District - www.riverlandquest.com, edgeh2o@telus.net.

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2BDRM, 1 1/2 BATH apartment for rent, in Canal Flats.

Great view, parking, F/S, D/W, microwave. $700 + utilities & D.D. Available immediately. Call (250)3495306 or (250)489-8389.

Condo for Rent: Radium - 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appliances, fireplace, balcony, underground parking and storage locker. $900/mth, utilities included. N/S, N/P. Phone 780-554-8150 or 780-929-5458 or email schedlerhome@hotmail.com Invermere furnished, close to downtown. 2-bdrm, 2-bath on 2 levels. N/S, N/P & no partiers. References, $1000/mo + utilities. Call 403-978-4559.

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Duplex / 4 Plex WINDERMERE Bright 2 bedroom upper unit in quiet 4-plex with beautiful views. Large yard, separate parking & entrance. $700/mth plus electricity plus D/D. N/P Available immediately to mature & responsible tenants.

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Recreational/Sale 1999 Damon Challenger Ford V10 33ft 1 slide, generator, jacks, new tires $27,500 OBO 250-365-7152

Trucks & Vans

Homes for Rent For Sale or Rent, beautiful family home on centrally located downtown Invermere acreage. 5-bdrm, 3-bath, large park like yard, open living plan, walk to everything.

Available Aug. or Sept. for possession. Call Dave 250688-1508.

Suites, Lower Wilder-bright 3 bdrm house.

2 blocks from Kinsmen beach.

1 1/2 bath, laundry, garage, fireplace, newly renovated, N/S, pets considered. $1,300 plus utilities. Available Sept 1st. References required, responsible adults. 403-7966218

2007 Chev Express 3500 1 ton 15 passenger van for sale; excellent shape; low mileage; runs great; loaded. $18,950,OBO

For Sale 2002 GMC Sierra 4X4

Fully loaded 3/4, tow package with transmission cooler and five point hitch.

Excellent condition only two owners.

Brand new winter tires only used half a season.

Asking $11,000.

Call 403 803-8959

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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.ca Reverend Laura Hermakin

Sunday, July 28th 9:00 a.m.

Worship at All Saint’s, Edgewater 10:30 a.m.

Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere.

Everyone welcome!

CANADIAN MARTYRS CATHOLIC CHURCH

Roman Catholic Parish Pastor: Father Gabriel 250-342-6167 Invermere 250-344-6328 Golden Confession: 1/2 hour before Mass Canadian Martyrs’ Church 712 - 12 Ave, Invermere Saturday at 5 p.m.

Sunday at 9 a.m.

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

Sacred Heart Parish 808 - 11 Street, Golden Sunday at 5 p.m.

St. Anthony’s Mission Corner of Luck and Dunn, Canal Flats

Saturday at 4:30 p.m. (served from Kimberly)

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

Bible Studies #4 - 7553 Main Street W, 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, July 28th 10:30 a.m.

JOINT SERVICE with Valley Christian Assembly … at the lake, in front of Pynelogs.

Pastor Murray Wittke ministering.

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 Call the office at 250-342-9511 for more information. www.valleychristianonline.com

Sharing Truth Showing Love Following the Spirit

Wednesday, July 24, 2013 The Valley Echo

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Business Profile Glass care made easy by mobile local business TERRI GILES Special to The Valley Echo

Marc Robinson of Columbia Valley Windows and Windshield wants locals to know that “windows don’t

have to be a pane in the glass.”

The new mobile glass repair business in the valley is avail-

able everyday to accommodate clients' needs or in the case of emergencies.

Robinson says his mobile glass service will offer the best 24-hours-a-day emergency service seven

days a week, between Canal Flats and Brisco, whether it be a commercial break-in or a cracked windshield on the highway.

“Our customers keep coming back because we are the most reli-

able and affordable.

We offer one hundred per cent free quotes for everyone,” Robinson said.

The locally-run company, which started up last fall, specializes in installing window frames, doors, glasssealed units, windshields and shower

doors for residents and visitors of the Columbia Valley.

“I am happy to be able to work and live in paradise. We get tremendous support from locals and out of town homeowners.

It's what makes what I do so rewarding,” said Robinson.

This summer, he will be working alongside his 13-year-old son Dawson, who hopes to one day take over the family business when his dad retires. For a free quote, contact Columbia Valley Windows and Windshield at 250-341-8725 or robincv@live.ca.

The Valley Echo and Rotary Club of Invermere present

Giving Back Community

Golf Tournament

Due to the flooding and road closures in June we made the decision to move the Giving Back tournament to September.

Lake Windermere Pulse Check #7* www.lakeambassadors.ca

Our confirmed date and time is Sunday September 22nd at Windermere Valley Golf Course with a 1:30 shotgun start!

Thank you for your patience; we look forward to seeing you there!

1988

The organizer of the Heart of the Rockies triathlon, Bruce Stroud, came out to test the water quality in Lake Windermere just days after the big race.

He said that although this was his first time using special equipment to monitor the water, he had informally been "testing the water" for the past 40 years — by swimming in it! After the big storms of late June, he said he could barely see his hands in front of his face while swimming, but on Tuesday, July 16th the water was clear down to three metres at the north end. Stroud reflected on his day on the lake: "Any time I get to spend on Lake Windermere is always a pleasure. Especially when the sun is shining and the valley is on display!"

*To volunteer, call (250) 341-6898 or email info@lakeambassadors.ca

Golf Course

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On most new 2013 models (F-150 SuperCrew Platinum 4x4 5.0L amount shown)

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. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. †Ford Employee Pricing (“Employee Pricing”) is available from July 3, 2013 to September 30, 2013 (the “Program Period”), on the purchase or lease of most new 2013/2014 Ford vehicles (excluding all chassis cab, stripped chassis, and cutaway body models, F-150 Raptor, Medium Trucks, Mustang Boss 302, Shelby GT500 and all Lincoln models). Employee Pricing refers to A-Plan pricing ordinarily available to Ford of Canada employees (excluding any CAW-negotiated programs). The new vehicle must be delivered or factory-ordered during the Program Period from your participating Ford Dealer. Employee Pricing is not combinable with CPA, GPC, CFIP, Daily Rental Allowance and A/X/Z/D/F-Plan programs. *Purchase a new 2014 Mustang V6 Coupe for $23,719 after Total Price Adjustment of $2,430 is deducted. Total Price Adjustment is a combination of Employee Price Adjustment of $1,180 and Delivery Allowance of $1,250. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Total Price Adjustment has been deducted. Offer includes freight and air tax of $1,650 but excludes 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. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Delivery Allowances are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for 2014 Mustang Coupe with 3.7L V6 5-speed manual transmission: [11.2L/100km (25MPG) City, 6.8L/100km (41MPG) Hwy. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, vehicle condition, and driving habits. ©2013 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2013 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

TERRI GILES/ECHO PHOTO Columbia Valley Windows and Windshield Marc Robinson is getting help from his 13-year-old son Dawson this summer.

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Serving the Valley

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• CAA approved automotive repair •

MECHANICAL REPAIRS AVAILABLE 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7 Days A Week

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To advertise, call: 250-341-6299

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• Complete sewer/drain repairs • Reasonable rates - Seniors’ discount • Speedy service - 7 days a week • A well-maintained septic system should be pumped every 2-3 years • Avoid costly repairs

Wednesday, July 24, 2013 The Valley Echo

Complete line of aggregate products for construction and landscaping Office:

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Call Angela to book a spot in Serving the Valley!

Advertise your business in Serving the Valley.

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QUALITY AUTO SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST

DCS Plumbing • FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES/STOVES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • SERVICE & MAINTENANCE 385 Laurier Street P: 250-342-7100 Invermere, BC

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Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy Ltd. J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.)

Laura Kipp, Pharm D. Irena Sedlakova, B. Sc. (Pharm.)

Your compounding pharmacy Come in and browse our giftware!

Open Monday - Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-6612

Lake Auto Service

• Plumbing, Repair and Installation • Drain Lines • Hot Water Tanks

ALL MAKES • ALL MODELS AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.

• Over 30 years experience • 24 hour emergency service • Seniors’ Discount

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250-341-8501 The WaTer & air Company!

Call us to advertise in this spot!

Water Treatment: filtration and purification Furnace and Duct cleaning

250-341-6299

Purify the water you drink and the air you breathe!

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(office)

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250-342-6700