Columbia Valley Pioneer, January 31, 2019

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As we now know, plastic is not so fantastic. Up to a trillion plastic bags per year are used around the world. While most of them go to landfill sites where, scientists estimate, takes up to 1,000 years to break down, millions still end up in waterways, trees, and in our oceans where it eventually ends up in stomachs of fish and birds. We encourage you to use biodegradable dog waste bags, which are available at various sites throughout town.

Events like last weekend’s Rockies pond hockey tournament were able to run still, in spite of warmer weather this season. See more photos from this event on page 24.

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Warm winter weather affects Lake Windermere activities

By Katie Watt intern@columbiavalleypioneer.com If Lake Windermere had its own groundhog, then it seems like it wouldn’t have seen its shadow yet this winter. Compared to previous years, winter in the Valley has been considerably mild with warmer than average temperatures and not much lasting snowfall. While this spring-like weather has been enjoyable for many, it has made using one of the Valley’s biggest assets, Lake Windermere, a challenge for others.

Every winter, the frozen lake is used to facilitate a variety of Valley traditions and activities. One of the most well-known of these traditions has been the Whiteway.

The Whiteway is the frozen skating and cross country ski trail on Lake Windermere. Currently, it holds the record for longest skating trail in the world, and it is maintained by the Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club.

On Monday the Whiteway was finally able to open.

It hadn’t been cleared up until that point because the 12 inch threshold needed had not been reached.

“In contrast to the last two years which were phenomenal for skating and skiing on the Whiteway, I think it has been quite a shock to the system for many not to have it open as early as in previous years,” says Duncan Whittick, long time Toby Creek Nordic Club member and volunteer Whiteway Committee chair. While the main Whiteway took longer to open this year, the Nordic Club has a few tricks up their sleeve just in case. “We are very glad to have a backup ‘Whiteway’ at Lake Lillian for skate skiing and classic skiing. As a result, we have been able to offer trails over the years regardless of weather conditions,” says Mr. Whittick.

Other local companies, such as Reel Axe Adventures, rely on the frozen lake for their ice fishing business.

“This year is unique for sure. We’ve had one other year similar to it, but nothing like this,” says owner Kris Deren.

It took the business a bit longer than usual to put their ice shacks on the ice this winter. They’ve also had Continued on page 5 . . .

Whiteway Report We’re back in action!

The Lake Windermere Whiteway is now open from Indian Beach to Kinsmen on the west side of the lake, and from Windermere Beach to Timber Ridge on the east. Cross-country ski tracks were also set this week on Lake Windermere. Lake Lillian is also open and has ~3 km of classic cross-country and skate-ski track. Conditions at Lillian are for the

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Fire burns Canal Flats shop to ground

By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com A fire broke out at the Canal Flats Technology Centre (CLTC) last week.

While an entire shop was lost, no one was hurt and the company promises it will rebuild. Lorri Fehr, CLTC chief executive officer, says the steel fabrication shop was on night-shift when the fire broke out, some time before 2 a.m. Thursday, January 24th.

“The night shift was on, and someone saw smoke coming out of one end of the shop,” Ms. Fehr reports.

The crew immediately called officials and cleared the building of people. They managed to move some major equipment out of the way as well.

“We’re thankful everyone is safe, and our team knew how to take care of themselves,” she says.

Unfortunately, the fire quickly picked up speed.

“All of a sudden, the fire just spread throughout the entire building,” she describes.

Leslie Cartwright lives across the field from the CLTC. She and her husband woke up and saw a glow through the windows. When they looked outside, Ms. Cartwright says it was a scary sight.

“The flames were so huge when we first saw it,” she says. “We could see huge sparks flying up in the air.”

She speculates the lightest breeze could’ve carried the fire off, but thankfully there The flames burned the steel fabrication shop on the grounds of the Columbia Lake Technology Centre to the ground Thursday, January 24th.

Photo by Leslie Cartwright was no wind to pick up the sparks and move them across the community.

Canal Flats Fire department responded quickly.

However, she assures the fabrication shop will get up “Huge shoutout to the Canal Flats fire department,” “We’re thankful everyone is safe, and our and running again. says Ms. Fehr. “They did an amazing job.” team knew how to take care of themselves.”

“We have steel that needs to be fabricated and out; we Canal Flats Fire Chief David Ferguson says while the have commitments to make,” she says. “We will rejig and fire was contained to the shop, once it vented through the Lorri Fehr rework our podtech factory – there’s lots of space in there – roof “it took off and there was nothing we could do.”

CLTC CEO and look at how we can do steel fabrication in there. There His main concern was that the fire not spread to adwill be a rebuild.” jacent buildings, which they managed to do. Canal Flats While BID Company owner Brian Fehr runs about anhad mutual aid assistance from Fairmont, with a total of 17 members and four firetrucks on scene. BC Hydro was also called to shut off the power. other 15 steel fabrication shops, this is the first site that has burnt.

“We’ve never had one burn down so this is an anomaly for us,” Ms. Fehr says.

Mr. Ferguson said as far as he knows, this is the biggest fire Canal Flats has ever seen.

Investigators were on scene in the days following the fire to analyze the site. RCMP The steel fabrication shop is a BID Company shop within the CLTC. It had recentSgt. Darren Kakuno says at this time, it does not appear the fire is suspicious in nature. ly undergone an expansion into another side of the old Canfor building in which the shop was located. But it appears the shop is destroyed now, Ms. Fehr says.

Radium approves duplexes and discovers fowl limitations

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com Duplexes approved On Wednesday, January 29th, the Village of Radium Hot Springs unanimously approved a proposal that would see four duplexes (eight residences) built on land along Revelstoke Avenue that was initially zoned for up to six single-family homes.

Mayor Clara Reinhardt said the development fits with council’s intention to have more housing options for families.

Fowl choice Radium’s new citizen committee on troublesome turkeys has no more latitude to manage the birds than council does. The only options allowed through the province are maintaining the fowl status quo or initiating a cull. The Village will advise the committee about the limited options available to the community.

There has never been a turkey cull in the province, Ms. Reinhardt said, adding that the Village “would be inventing the wheel” if they were to initiate the first de-fowling.

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This past week, January 21st through January 27th, the Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 55 calls for service.

The following are some of the more notable files our officers responded to.

• On Monday, January 21st, school administrators discovered someone had painted graffiti on mailboxes and on a school recycle bin at the JA Laird Elementary School in Invermere. The graffiti read “plugwalk”.

Anyone with any information on who may be responsible for defacing this property is asked to contact the Columbia Valley RCMP. • On Monday, January 21st, a resident on Kootenay No 3 Road in Windermere reported someone had stolen a weedeater, tools and gas cans from his shed over the weekend.

• On Tuesday, January 22nd at 8:40 a.m., Columbia Valley RCMP received a report of a possible impaired driver on Athalmer Road in Invermere. A grey Ford F150 was reportedly swerving all over the road. Officers located and stopped the driver as he was departing from a liquor store. The driver admitted to consuming alcohol the previous night. The driver provided two breath samples which registered as “warns” indicating the driver’s blood alcohol concentration was between 60 and 99 mgs per cent. The driver was issued a three-day immediate roadside driving prohibition and his vehicle was impounded.

• On Tuesday, January 22nd at about 7 p.m., a pass-

erby reported a female, wearing all black, was laying on the side of Highway 95 just north of Radium. Officers attended and located an intoxicated adult female walking up the side of the highway. To ensure her safety, officers arrested the female and had her examined by ambulance paramedics before lodging her in cells for the evening. The female was released without charges the following morning.

• On Wednesday, January 23rd, a caretaker of a residence on 14th Street in Invermere reported someone had painted graffiti on a garage door sometime over the weekend.

The graffiti was sprayed with white paint and looked like the letters “TDS”.

• On Wednesday, January 23rd, an Invermere business discovered someone had stolen numerous items from their property including several chain saws. Columbia Valley officers, with the assistance of the RCMP’s Forensic Identification Section, conducted a scene examination. A suspect was quickly identified and arrested on the same day. A search warrant was executed on the suspect’s residence on January 24th and several of the stolen items were recovered. A 20-year-old man from Invermere was released on conditions to appear in Provincial court at a later date.

• On Saturday, January 26th at about 9:30 a.m., police were called to a disturbance at a residence on Prospector Avenue in Radium Hot Springs. When officers arrived they learned several friends got into an argument which ended in a physical altercation. After speaking to witnesses, officers arrested a 21-year-old male for assault.

The male was held in cells until sober then released on conditions to appear in Provincial court at a later date.

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Study finds no invasive seashells on our seashores

By Katie Watt Columbia Lake Stewardship Society Earlier this summer, the Columbia Lake Stewardship Society (CLSS), in conjunction with the East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC), sampled Columbia Lake for the presence of invasive zebra and quagga mussel larvae, known as veligers. Laboratory results have recently come out, and the diagnosis is negative (but in a positive way!). Columbia Lake, as well as 7 other major lakes that were sampled in the East Kootenays, are invasive mussel free.

Annually, 8 East Kootenay Lakes – Columbia, Windermere, Whitetail, Whiteswan, Premier, Wasa, Tie, and Koocanusa – are sampled for veligers. So far, nothing has been spotted.

Invasive mussels have spread throughout many parts of the North-Eastern United States, and some parts of Canada, including the Great Lakes. Luckily, British Columbia and Alberta, from what we know, are invasive mussel free.

The spread of zebra and quagga mussels has become a major concern for freshwater lakes over the years.

These mussels are capable of wreaking havoc on a lake’s ecosystem, and they are particularly effective at travelling from one body of water to the next. . . . ‘Warm’ from 2 one or two fishing cancellations due to people being wary of ice conditions, says Mr. Deren. Luckily, they have Lake Lillian to fall back on for their ice fishing business as well.

The warm weather hasn’t affected all activities on Lake Windermere, however. Local traditions such as the Pond Hockey Tournament, Fishing Derby, Snow Golf, Polar Plunge, and Curling Bonspiel

When these mussels enter a lake they multiply at frightening speeds; a single female zebra mussel can release up to 1 million eggs, while a male can release more than 2 million sperm per reproductive cycle. Within approximately 2 days, fertilized eggs develop into free-swimming larvae known as veligers, which was, in our case, what was being sampled for.

These mussels remove nutrients that are essential to other organisms by filtering water at rapid speeds; there is also a possible link between invasive mussels and algal blooms as well. Zebra and quagga mussels also have harmful economic impacts as they have a certain propensity for clogging water intake pipes. Once dead, these mussels have considerably sharp shells, which makes the use of a contaminated lake more dangerous.

In addition to sampling for veligers, watercraft inspection stations have been implemented across B.C. due to the impact these mussels have. These stations inspect for invasive plants and mussels. Those who own watercrafts are strongly encouraged to clean, drain, and dry them after use to prevent the spread of invasive species from one waterbody to the next. There are many online resources that provide the essential steps for cleaning, draining, and drying your boat. By following these steps, you help to keep our waters veliger free.

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This year’s Taste of the Valleyl that took place on January 18th at Kinsmen Beach “sold out and had nothing but good comments,” says Invermere Event Coordinator Cortney Pitts. A few weeks before the event, it looked like it could have gone either way; it did, however, get cold enough for us to make a rink, added Ms. Pitts.

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NOTICE OF SITTING WATER & SEWER PARCEL TAX LOCAL CONSERVATION FUND RADIUM HOT SPRINGS CENTRE PARCEL TAX The first sitting of the Parcel Tax Review Panel will be held at the Municipal Office, 4836 Radium Boulevard, Radium Hot Springs, B.C., on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. The Parcel Tax Review Panel may review and correct the Parcel Tax Roll and hear complaints on one or more of the following grounds: - an error or omission respecting a name or address on the parcel tax roll; - an error or omission respecting the inclusion of a parcel; - an error or omission respecting the taxable frontage of a parcel; - an improperly allowed or disallowed exemption.

The Parcel Tax Roll will be open for inspection at the Municipal Office during regular office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) from Wednesday, January 30th, 2019 to Wednesday, February 13th, 2019.

A complaint shall not be heard by the Review Panel unless notice of the complaint has been made in writing to the Chief Financial Officer of the Village of Radium Hot Springs, Box 340, Radium Hot Springs, BC, V0A 1M0, at least 48 hours prior to the time appointed for the sitting of the Review Panel. For further information contact the Village Office at 250-347-6455.

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PERSPECTIVE Historical Lens

City Hall needs a dood decluttering

By Laura Jones and Jordi Morgan Canadian Federation of Independent Business

Nobody at City Hall sets out to make ridiculous rules or unmanageable processes - but that’s the result when there are no checks in place to control the clutter. Rules pile up over time like too many sweaters, DVDs, and old magazines spilling out of an overstuffed closet.

We regularly hear about municipal red tape from small businesses.

There’s the business forced to pay for building a sidewalk, connecting nothing to nowhere, in order to get a permit to renovate. There’s the plastic chair ban that forced business owners to replace perfectly good patio furniture.

There’s the book store cafe forced to shut down because serving a bit of mayo on sandwiches required an industrial-strength grease trap.

This creates stress and extra costs for business owners and higher prices for consumers on everything from haircuts to housing.

There’s a simple remedy. Those who keep their closets clutter-free know how it works: a one-in-one-out policy.

For every new rule that comes into force, one needs to go.

In 2001, BC’s provincial government put in place a one-in-two-out rule to achieve a one-third reduction in regulatory clutter over three years. Garbage bags of dumb rules, such as the one dictating the size of televisions in restaurants, were sent to the curb and the province’s citizens are better for it.

Federally, Canada was the first country in the world to legislate one-in-one-out for its regulations in 2015.

So, how about it City Hall, are you ready to clean up your red tape? First comes a commitment to do it, next comes putting the old Christmas sweaters and DVDs to the curb, and finally a one-in-one out policy to keep your closet clean. Like the old Christmas sweaters, no one will miss your red tape.

Laura Jones is Executive VP, Canadian Federation of Independent Business. Jordi Morgan is Atlantic VP, Canadian Federation of Independent Business

Yay Laird students!

Dear Editor: I am so proud of Gr6/7 Laird students in their efforts to advocate to our town council for a rainbow crosswalk (see story in Pioneer January 17th). I believe that learning that you can affect change in the world is one of the very most important lessons in education. Way to go Laird students in your work towards making our community more inclusive and welcoming!!!

I am grinning a very wide grin of happiness for our future.

Nadine Hale Invermere

January 31, 2019

Posing proper This historical lens photo only has the caption ‘Dr. Filmore and Mrs. Ellen Coy’, and is dated 1976. If you have any more information about this, or any other, historical lens photo, feel free to email info@columbiavalleypioneer.com Photo (A 1108) courtesy Windermere District Historical Society

Thank you students and teachers Dear Editor: It was my original intent to submit a rebuttal to last week’s ‘Letter to the Editor’ regarding the Grade 6/7 class at JA Laird (‘Perturbed parent’). However, I have decided that my time would be better spent on sending a message to the students and teachers at JA Laird.

To the Grade 6/7 at JA Laird: Thank you.

What you have done for your fellow students, for future students, and for the community, is incredible.

You have chosen to make your school, and your community, a more diverse, accepting, and safer place to grow up, no matter how you identify. You have told your fellow students that they are important, valued, and deserve to live an authentic life. You have told them that you are their safety net, their home, and their people. You have saved lives by doing this.

As some of you might know, LGBTQ2IA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans queer, two-spirit, intersex, asexual, etc.) youth are four times more likely to attempt suicide*. It’s not because there’s anything wrong with

them, it’s because they don’t feel safe and valued, and they may have been taught to believe that death is a better option than being who they are. No child should ever feel that way. All children, all people, deserve to be unconditionally loved and valued as who they are. Students, you might feel discouraged by those who can’t see the value in what you have done, but please know that there are far more people who are proud of you and believe in you. We are with you.

To the teachers and staff of JA Laird: Your students, and this community, are so lucky to have you.

It is such a gift to teach youth how to use their voice to implement change. We need our youth to be active and interested in their communities, and in politics.

We need teachers who show children that they are important, and have value. I owe my life to some of my teachers; they took a chance on me, because they saw the potential in me when I couldn’t. They made choices every day to be better than they were expected to be, just like the teachers of JA Laird.

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Make your point clear Dear Editor: I was confused by the letter posted in the January 24th Pioneer entitled Perturbed Parent. I read it three times to determine the point of the letter. Was the writer primarily displeased with the use of classroom time, or the work of the journalist who in his eyes did not do her job?

Or was it the teacher and school administration that did not do their job, or the local government that did not do theirs?

Having a daughter about to graduate from the public school system in Invermere, I feel compelled to disagree with Perturbed Parent. I cannot say that I have agreed with every lesson, or how the subject matter was delivered, or the places the students went. I can state that my daughter accomplished a load more through . . . ‘Thank you’ from 6 Parents, please be thankful that you have such compassionate, driven, educated teachers. These students approached their teachers with this idea, and instead of choosing the easy way out, which would be to tell them no, they chose to take a risk and help and empower your children to create positive change. Because of them, your children are going to make the world a more beautiful world to live in. Be-

this system than if her education had been solely up to me.

This town has been good to my family; the journalist over the years who managed to include a picture of every kid that grew up here, the town administrators who know their community and endeavor to include us in it, the teachers who accept every kid delivered to them regardless of their race, creed or sexual orientation. I could have done a lot worse than to raise my daughter here.

I’m still not entirely clear about the point of the letter. It can’t be that he is concerned about a rainbow crosswalk?

Anne Morin Invermere

cause of them, we just might have a little less hate and discrimination in the world. Please be thankful for that.

Tara Woods Invermere * What You Should Know About LGBTQ Youth Suicide in Canada. (N.D). Egale Canada. Retrieved from: https://egale.ca/backgrounder-lgbtq-youth-suicide/

Move to suit your views Dear Editor: Huge jeers to yellow vests in my town of 50 years. I might suggest if you’re so against our great elected Liberal government and great international reputation for compassion, you could move to the

USA where the current Government suits your racist views and anti government ‘conspiracy’ theories.

John Nairn Windermere

CVSAR invites you to our

Annual General Meeting Drop by to learn more about our organization and how to get involved!

Laurie Klassen (CVCF), Marion LaBrie (Invermere Healthcare Auxiliary Society), Steve and Audrey Mantyka (Local View) Wanda Seel (pianist), Betty Schofield and Marilyn Kraayvanger celebrate the partnership.

Submitted photo

Sing a song of celebration Submitted by Marilyn Kraayvanger and Shirley Swan Senior Singers Visit Columbia Garden Village most Mondays at 10 a.m. and you will be greeted by lovely music provided by the Senior Singers, accompanied on piano by Wanda Seel, and cheerfully led by Lila Fodchuk. Many of the singers reside in the area, many live in the Gardens and Ivy House, and some live at Mt. Nelson Place. Until recently,

the songbook used by the seniors was a slightly heavy-to-hold binder, but that has changed. The change came about through the efforts of Betty Schofield and the generosity of the Columbia Valley Community Foundation, and Invermere Healthcare Auxiliary Society. New songbooks, printed by ‘Local View’ are now in use. The books are coil-bound, light and easy to hold. If you like to sing, you are most welcome to join us on Monday mornings.

2ND ANNUAL

“The Art of Coffee” Invermere Coffee Fest Art Competition REGISTER AT www.invermerecoffeefest.com

This competition is free to enter. Artists are encouraged to submit an original and signed piece of artwork that represents the theme of coffee. The work submitted can be any form of art with no restriction on media used (painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media etc).

Coffee Fest Expo attendees will have the chance to vote for their favorite piece of coffee art. The winner of “the Art of Coffee” will receive a $50 gift certificate to Kicking Horse Coffee in Invermere.

All contestants will be notified by email and the winner will be posted on the Invermere BC Events Facebook Page.

Each artist must submit a small description of the art piece with the media used. Each piece displayed at Coffee Fest and the piece will be returned to the artists following the event. Artwork is encouraged to be submitted in a frame.

January 7th, 2019: Registration opens for art submissions.

February 27th, 2019: Until 4 pm: Final deadline for artwork submissions.

March 2nd, 2019: Artwork is displayed at the Invermere Coffee & Tea Fest Expo.

March 4th, 2019: Winner is contacted and announced on Invermere BC Facebook Events page!

Please drop off artwork to the District of Invermere Municipal Office between 8:30am-4:30pm Monday- Friday: 914 8 Ave, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 from January 7th- February 27th, 2019.

Contact the District of Invermere Event Coordinator Cortney Pitts for all Coffee Fest questions! events@invermere.net or 250-342-9281 ext. 1234.

When: Wednesday, February 27th Time: 6:30 pm Where: Invermere Kanata Hotel Conference’s room

All Welcome!

All art must be submitted with the following information included:

Name: __________________________________________________________ Email: ____________________________ Telephone: ____________________ About you: ______________________________________________________ Description of Art Piece and Media Used:__________________________ Price of piece: ___________________________________________________

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January 31, 2019

Every child deserves a book

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By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING The regular meeting of Council for Tuesday, February 12th, 2019 have been changed The new date is Tuesday, February 5th, 2018 at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office (914 – 8th Avenue).

For further information please contact Kindry Luyendyk, Corporate Officer at 250 342-9281 ext #1228.

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Born: May 9th, 2018 Weight: 6 lbs 14 oz Parents: Amber Rose Larrabee Cody Daniel Durning Fun Fact:: Best ways to make her smile are playing peek a boo, or singing Baby Shark.

We apologize for the error of the incorrect photo in the January 24 issue of the Columbia Valley Pioneer

Bereavement Support Group The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is offering a FREE Bereavement Support Group facilitated by Daneve McAffer, starting Monday, February 4th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm located at the Hospice Society office,

by Frater Landing next to the jewellery store.

The support group will follow a 12-week curriculum designed by Dr. Alan Wolfelt, founder of the Center for Loss and Life Transition.

There is no charge for the group. People who are interested in registering must contact the Hospice Office at 778-526-5143 on or before Friday, February 1st.

If you or someone you know is having a difficult time with the grieving process, please give the Hospice a call.

We specialize in one-on-one or group support and have highly trained and qualified volunteers.

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Saxyn and Kaye clutch their new books. Saxyn all wiggles and giggles, Kaye a little more serious around the strange photographer she’s never met before.

This is an exciting day for Saxyn, 5, and Kaye, 2.

It is a rare occasion to receive a new book, even though both families love reading. The rarity is because these are braille-based books. And they cost approximately $100 each. The stories are beautifully illustrated, with raised markings on the pictures so the children can ‘see’ The Boy and the Wolf and Splish the Fish as they make their journey through the raised pages.

Saxyn’s mom Jillian says it is a great gift for her story-loving son.

“It’s nice because we don’t get access to braille books very often,” says Jillian.

Kaye’s mom Holly agrees, saying you cannot simply walk into a bookstore and buy these specialized books.

Holly anticipates Kaye will enjoy her new book too.

“She loves reading – we do tons of it,” says Holly.

The books were gifts from Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL). Last October, CBAL hosted its 8th annual Reach a Reader – Books for Kids campaign.

Alongside individual and business donations through the month, volunteers (including some enthusiastic Rockies players), took to the streets to raise money in a one-day fundraising campaign. In that one day alone, they raised close to $1,000. With braille books being so cost-prohibitive, Sandy Kalesnikoff, community literacy coordinator, says this was a perfect way to spend the locally-raised money.

“Every child should have a book,” affirms Ms. Kalesnikoff. “CBAL was very happy to help.”

CBAL was asked by Rocky Mountain School District 6 if they would be interested in buying the books and Ms. Kalesnikoff jumped at the chance to support the project financially.

“I’m really happy for the collaboration from CBAL,” commented Laurie Watson, the district’s new TSVI (teacher of students with visual impairment).

Jennifer Turner, assistant superintendent at Rocky Mountain School District 6, says there has always been access to a vision teacher through shared resources with other school districts. However this school year, the board opted to hire a full-time vision teacher and a fulltime hearing teacher as a result of increasing numbers of students needing support in these areas.

“We have students in need in each of our communities (the three zones of Kimberley, Windermere and Golden),” Ms. Turner tells the Pioneer. “The Board of Education has put a high priority in supporting all students, and certainly students with extra needs.”

Saxyn’s mom Jillian says it is fortunate for Saxyn (who is partially sighted) and other students with visual challenges to have a dedicated teacher for the visually impaired now, and she adds Saxyn’s school has worked hard to accommodate him in the school with modifications and training happening before he even hit Kindergarten this school year.

Laurie Watson, SD6 vision teacher and Sandy Kalesnikoff, CBAL literacy coordinator, stand with Saxyn and Kaye who proudly hold their new books.

Photo by Lorene Keitch When asked what it is like raising a partially-sighted child in the Columbia Valley, Holly says it is hard to compare as Kaye is their only child. However, she emphasizes Kaye is “totally adaptable” to her condition, and uses the abilities she does have to succeed.

Saxyn and Kaye are certainly not alone in facing visual challenges: in the B.C. interior, there are 2,457 active clients at the Canadian Institute for the Blind (CNIB), according to Jackie Lau, marketing and communications specialist.The CNIB loans out books from its collection to families across Canada. CNIB also offers programs to help visually impaired Canadians live an independent life, teaching things as varied as traveling common routes through a community to how to safely pour a cup of tea.

Locally, the Invermere Public Library also offers reading materials and services through the National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS).

NNELS is a shared-service initiative, launched in 2013 in response to pressure to support public libraries with accessible-format materials. Drop into the library to find out more.

To learn more about CBAL or donate to help with projects such as this, visit http://www.cbal.org/windermere-valley.html.

It was only fitting that before leaving CBAL the day the children received their books, there would be a story time. While Kaye cuddled with Mom as she investigated Splish the Fish, Ms. Kalesnikoff read Saxyn The Boy and the Wolf. The pair sat close and grinned as they followed the storybook characters on their escapades.

Saxyn enraptured at the storytelling; in a scene replayed since the dawn of the written word, the love of reading was taught, and experienced, once again through the turning of the pages, ones Saxyn gets to see in his own unique way.

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The 2019 Invermere MusicFest is launching ticket sales, with some stellar acts already booked including Danny Michel (pictured) with The Garifuna Collective. See the full story, page 12.

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2018 was a landmark year for the Radium Hot Springs Public Library. In addition to our big move into the brand-new Radium Hot Springs Community Centre, we also more than doubled our opening hours and expanded our services. We would like to thank our faithful volunteers, our beloved former Library Director Jane Jones, and our Library Board for all their hard work and dedication. We would also like to thank the community for their support, and everyone who donated or contributed funding to the Radium Library.

Now that we have been in our new facility for over six months, we are better able to adjust our programming and services to suit the needs of the community.

Some of our regular programs, such as our weekly Story Time, have undergone a major transformation. Our Infant and Pre-K Story Time program will now run from

10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. on Wednesdays.

The program now includes songs, activities and stories based around a new theme every week.

We continue to run many of our regular children’s programs, including the oneto-one reading program, seasonal crafts and our popular S.T.E.A.M program. Please note that the library now requires parents to call ahead to register their children for S.T.E.A.M. The library also plans to expand our adult programming in 2019. There are many new items on the agenda, and quite a few that are currently in the works. We will unveil these new programs as they arise.

We now have a knitting club every Friday from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. This weekly program will run as a casual club for social knitters.

We also have an author visit and book talk happening on Saturday, March 30th at 11 a.m. where Gwenyth Snow, a Canadian author from Edmonton Alberta will be giving a talk on her book It’s About Luke. The story captures the most remarkable aspects of a family dealing with extreme disability through the eyes of a child. Her book sheds light on how disability is generally understood and misunderstood by society. Although this is a work of fiction, Ms. Snow drew from personal accounts to tell aspects of this story.

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Out & About Please call 250-341-6299 or e-mail us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication. We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event. Please limit your submission to 30 words. Priority is given to one-off events, so weekly events may only run occasionally.

Thursday, January 31at • 10:30 a.m.: Stretch and Move Classes for Seniors at the Invermere Seniors Hall every Thursday and Monday.

• 1:30 p.m.: Seniors Carpet Bowling at Radium Hot Springs Centre every Thursday and Sunday.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Free English Conversation Class for newcomers to Canada at downtown CBAL office every Thursday. Email windermerevalleysettlement@cbal.org or call 250-341-7188 for info.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Craft Connections Club for Adults at the Invermere Public Library. A chance to learn new sewing and stitching skills while creating a piece of wearable art.

All supplies provided. Program is free; space is limited.

Contact the library at 250-342-6416 to register.

• 6:30 p.m.: Texas Hold Em’ Tournament at the Invermere Legion every Thursday. $35 buy-in.

• 8:30 - 10 p.m.: Indoor Pickleball at DTSS gym, every Thursday. All are welcome.

• 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Fundraiser at Walker’s Repair in Athalmer for Mike Warriner. Flames tickets draw, free lunch, donations gratefully accepted.

• 5:30 p.m.: Brisco Riding Club AGM and Spaghetti Dinner at the Brisco Community Hall. $10 per person or $25 per family. Meeting begins at 7 p.m.

• 7:30 p.m.: Rockies Hockey plays Nelson at the Eddie Mountain Arena.

Sunday, February 3rd • 6 - 6:45 a.m.: Late registration for Steep Dreams at the Great Hall at Panorama. Check out www.panoramaresort. com for a schedule of events.

• The Horsethief Pub is hosting Give Back Sunday to benefit the Radium Community Garden to help buy annual bedding plants for public parks. A portion of the cost of each meal will be donated.

• 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Sunday Toast and Jam, an all-ages music jam at The Base Camp in Canal Flats every Sunday.

• 12 p.m.: Cribbage at the Edgewater Legion every Sunday. Doors open 12 p.m., games start at 1 p.m.

• 1 p.m.: Super Bowl at the Edgewater Legion. Wings, nachos, chilli, 50/50 and meat draw. Everyone welcome!

• 1:30 p.m.: Seniors Carpet Bowling at Radium Hot Springs Centre every Sunday.

Buying or selling?

Friday, February 1st • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Free Coworking Day at the Mountain Hub. Event is open to all.

• 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Intergenerational Program between Seniors and Kindergarten children, every Friday at Invermere Seniors Hall. Seniors interested in assisting please call Madelene at 604-798-3061.

• 1 p.m.: Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors Hall, $2.

Every Friday and Wednesday.

• 5 - 8 p.m.: Climbing Wall at JA Laird open to the public every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Drop in, $5.

• 6 p.m.: Meat Draw and 50/50 at Branch 71 Legion in Invermere. Every Friday and Saturday.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Steep Dreams at Panorama. Registration at the Great Hall. Steep Dreams runs all weekend. Check out www.panoramaresort.com for a schedule of events.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: The Edgewater Legion hosts Friday Night Drop-In Dinner. BBQ ribs, beans, coleslaw and dessert.

Adults $17, kids under 5 free.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: The 36th annual Starlight Challenge snowboard and ski races are being held at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort ski hill. Great prizes, awesome food and drink specials. Team of 4 or ride solo.

• 7 - 10 p.m.: Fresh Fridays Open Mic at Pynelogs.

Showcasing young talent from the valley. All ages, licensed bar. First Friday of every month October thru June.

• 7:30 p.m.: Rockies Hockey plays Kimberley Dynamiters at the Eddie Mountain Arena.

• 10 p.m.: T Bar & Grill at Panorama hosts the FKB Band, a high energy band from Edmonton. $10 cover.

Saturday, February 2nd • 6 - 6:45 a.m.: Late registration for Steep Dreams at the Great Hall at Panorama. Steep Dreams runs all weekend. Check out www.panoramaresort.com for a schedule of events.

• 1:30 p.m.: Games afternoon at Invermere Seniors Hall every Tuesday.

• 1:30 p.m.: Needles and Hooks Club at the Invermere Library every Tuesday. Refreshments will be supplied.

• 6:30 p.m.: Seniors card games at Radium Hot Springs Centre every Tuesday.

• 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Options for Sexual Health drop in clinic in the Public Health Unit the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Call 250-342-2360 for information.

• 7 p.m.: Trivia Night at Bear’s Paw Bar & Grill at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort every Tuesday. $2 entry, teams up to 6 people, winners take all.

• 10 p.m.: Karaoke at the Farside Pub in Fairmont every Tuesday night.

Wednesday, February 6th • 8 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Radium Hot Springs meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at the Don Agave Cantina in the Prestige Inn. • 10:30 a.m.: Seniors Chair Yoga at Invermere Seniors Hall, $2, every Wednesday.

• 11 a.m.: Patti Acheson leads walkers through 20 minutes of stretching exercises every Wednesday at the Columbia Valley Centre during Indoor Walking time hosted by the Invermere Library. Free, drop-in.

• 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Rocky River Grill/Kanata Inn. • 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Radium Art Guild meets every Wednesday at the Radium Library to create and share.

• 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.: Happy Hands Knitting and Crocheting group meet every Wednesday at Columbia Garden Village.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Columbia Valley Cohousing meets at the Invermere Public Library, last Wednesday of the month.

• 7 p.m.: Play Cribbage at Invermere Seniors Hall, every Wednesday.

Invermere Thrift Store Hours • Thursday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Closed February 3rd to 17th for renovations with Grand Re-opening Thursday, February 21st.

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Radium Thrift Store Hours • Thursday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Invermere Library Hours Monday, February 4th • 10 a.m.: Senior Singalong Group meets every Monday at Columbia Garden Village.

• 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Indoor Walking at the Columbia Valley Centre in Invermere, hosted by the Invermere Library every Monday and Wednesday. This is drop-in and is free. Clean indoor shoes required.

• 1:30 p.m.: Carpet Bowling at Invermere Seniors Hall every Monday.

• 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is offering a Bereavement Support Group weekly meeting at the Hospice office in Frater Landing. The group will be facilitated by Daneve McAffer and follows the 12 week curriculum designed by Dr. Alan Wolfelt, founder of the Center for Loss and Life Transition. Please pre-register at 778-526-5143 by Friday, February 1st.

• 7 p.m.: Lake Windermere Lions Club meet the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at the Lions Hall at the crossroads.

Tuesday, February 5th • 10 a.m.: Fairmont Seniors Club meets at the Lions Den in Fairmont every Tuesday, for games, monthly speakers and fun. Need a ride? Call 250-345-0106.

• Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Wednesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• Story Time: Thursday 10:30 a.m.

• Baby Goose: Monday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• LEGO Club: Saturday 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Radium Hot Springs Library Hours • Tuesday: 1 - 8 p.m.

• Wednesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Friday: 1 - 4 p.m.

• Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Story Time: Wednesday 10:45- 11:15 a.m.

Windermere Valley Museum Hours • Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours • Tuesday and Thursday: 1 - 2 p.m.

• 3rd Wednesday of the month: 5:30 - 7 p.m. by appointment only, 250-342-0850.

Summit Youth Centre Hub Hours • Wednesday and Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m.

• Friday: 2 - 10 p.m.

• Saturday: 6 - 11 p.m.

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January 31, 2019

Invermere MusicFest backed by quartet of directors

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com Tickets for the 7th annual Invermere MusicFest will be on sale earlier than ever this year so early that Valley Valentines can reserve a place for their dearly beloved at the summer staple.

Those who snap up their tickets on Thursday, February 14th will get some love themselves when the passes go on sale for $40. Following a two-day ticket blitz,

prices will go up to $55. Shortly before the festival, tickets will go up to $65.

Already two acts are booked: The Garifuna Collective with Danny Michel – the headlining act for Friday evening – and Big Little Lions.

If it sounds like the 2019 Invermere MusicFest is starting off with a crescendo, that’s because it is. This year Jami Scheffer is sharing the director role with a group of women – Andra Louie, Clarissa Amaro and Kim Culler – who have been involved with the festival

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To be considered for a position, an applicant must be a resident or elector of Electoral Area G and cannot be an employee or elected official of the RDEK. This volunteer position is for a two-year term expiring December 31, 2020.

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in the past as organizers and volunteers. “It’s not just me anymore. There’s three others, and it’s going to be awesome. They’re all strong, smart go-getters,� Ms. Scheffer said. “It was time for some young blood. It was time for some fresh ideas and new energy, and I’m happy to pass on some of the torch. I know it will be the best thing for the festival.�

In 2019 the quartet of directors are preparing to invest more in advertising and marketing, bring in a new designer, build connections with those organizing other music festivals, add a cider to the refreshment offerings and develop a system to make the bar more efficient.

And that’s just for starters. “There was an interest to see the fest continue to grow... and they were all willing to step up,� Ms. Scheffer said.

Ms. Louie was beyond willing to help. She was thrilled. “Passion is number one, and the four of all have a lot of passion for music and for community and we know good music,� she said.

While Ms. Louie is eager to crank up the volume in 2019, she gives credit to the past organizers and the Columbia Valley Arts Council for all they’ve done to give the current directors a solid foundation. “As a family we travel to other music festivals. Music festivals are holiday destinations for us so we’re really, really fortunate to have Invermere’s music festival basically in our backyard,� she said. “It’s such a safe family-friendly space.�

With the performances, the location by the beach, the nearby playground, the gathering of friends and family and the opportunity to enjoy adult refreshments on the lawn, she said the festival is “an all-in-one for us.�

The annual Invermere MusicFest will return to the waterfront on August 16th and 17th. To get your passes, add one more item to your Valentine’s Day checklist and book yours at invermeremusicfest.com.

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Helping your baby to feel safe in sleep

By Kyra Warren

and comforting to them. Many parents do choose to co-sleep safely, but here are some of the tricks to try if you want to gently teach your baby to sleep independently.

• The Swaddle – Research and opinion seems to go back and forth about swaddling. In practice, a loose swaddle can help your baby feel more secure by reminding them of their time in your womb.

They are accustomed to being “swaddled” by your uterus and now that she is born this big open space may feel scary. Ensure their face and head is clear of blankets, but their lower body is snuggly wrapped.

• White Noise – When your baby is growing inside you, she gets used to a noisy environment. Your blood is whooshing, your heart is beating, your guts are gurgling. Suddenly you expect her to sleep soundly in the

tern Ma ity

registered midwife At some point in the first week of a baby’s life, almost every new parent tells us, “My baby will only sleep on my chest. She refuses to sleep in her basinette, or even beside me. She won’t let me M at t er s put her down! What am I doing wrong?!”

Firstly, you’re not doing anything wrong.

You’re doing your best to get to know your baby and respond to her needs. Sleeping close to you is all your baby knows and it makes her feel safe and secure. Contrary to how it may sometimes feel, babies are not being manipulative or trying to trick you into holding them all the time. They have been held in your beautiful embrace for the past nine months, so being close to you feels normal

Local building history

Curator’s Corner

By J.D. Jeffery Museum Curator Every year I wonder what to write about and what people want to read about. A couple of years ago I started to mention the name origins of the local landmarks, that intrigued readers; but, the recorded origins are harder to locate in the files without duplicating the stories. I will continue to write them as I find them. If there is something you would like to see let me know when you see me or by email at museum@shaw.ca.

I went through our member’s newsletters and found interesting tidbits that I thought some readers may find interesting. Information that was important to report back in the day: Columbia Valley Times from October 12, 1912 – “Masters W. and H. McKay caught a fine trout today in Lake Windermere weighing upwards of 12 pounds” and “Lake & Son, merchants, Athalmer, have received a car load of Five Roses flour, shorts, bran and wheat.” Golden Star from July 31, 1919 – Price war raging among druggist competing for the liquor trade. In the last three months prices have reduced by half for quart bottles: Scotch whiskey $2.50, rye $2.25, Geneva gin $3.00, brandy $3.00. Importers

say Scotch whiskey can be bought cheaper in Winnipeg than in Scotland.

Next year the museum will be having a display on historical buildings with their history of businesses and owners. One I found in our newsletters is on the Invermere Hardware. “In 1913, Frank Stockdale began building his store. He and George Bennett, co-owner of the store, named the business, Invermere Construction and Supplies. Mr. Stockdale bought George Bennett out and re-named the business Invermere Hardware Co. The business was sold to Mr. and Mrs. W. Bond who managed it until it was sold again in 1953 to Mr. C.E. Osterloh and Mr. M.E. Tunnacliffe. In 1958 they moved to a new location and the old store has since housed a grocery business, currently R.C. Thompson.”

To continue the story, the building is the current CV Arts building and gallery beside. Invermere Hardware Co. moved to its location being across from the current Legion building. It expanded under the current owners of Al and Lucy Miller who then moved the Home Hardware to the crossroads where it stands now.

deafening quiet. Try a white noise machine or an App to provide the steady, background recordings, or even sounds of a vacuum or traffic. You can also use a fan, a tick tock clock, or radio static.

• Warmth – Preheat your baby’s bed prior to putting her down. She is used to your body heat and this will help minimize the shock of leaving your embrace. Use a hot water bottle or magic rice bag in the bassinet/ crib while you are feeding your baby. Take it out just before you lay your baby down to sleep.

• Angle Up – Use a rolled up towel or blanket under the mattress to lift the head end up just slightly. This may feel more natural for your babe at this stage, and it can also help reduce spitting up and reflux.

• The Scent of Mom – Try replacing or covering the bassinette sheet with a pillow case that you (mama) have been sleeping on.

Newborns may not see very far yet, but they have a keen sense of smell – particularly for their mom. Laying down where they can still smell mom can reassure them that safety (and food) is nearby. #6 Be Gentle – with both yourself and your baby. Remember that in the early days your baby is changing and growing dramatically every day. They wake up in a bigger body, and with new skills everyday. This means that what didn’t work yesterday may actually be the perfect trick for today. So keep trying new tricks, and trust your instincts.

Hold and snuggle that baby as much as you can, but also show her love by helping her learn to self-sooth and feel safe even when she’s out of your arms. It may take some time but I promise you will both get there.

Maternity Matters is a semi-regular column promoting maternity services in the Valley.

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A new root for dental care in the Valley

By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com Root 93 Dental Hygiene Clinic Inc. is ready and excited to take on new clients.

Owner Heather Lang, a registered dental hygienist, saw a need for a clinic like this in the Columbia Valley and decided to take the leap into small business ownership after 28 years in the industry.

“Our community, our demographics – what we have as existing services – are very bogged down, very busy,” says Ms. Lang. “Why not just plate something up a little differently?”

Ms. Lang offers the full range of dental hygiene services: patient education, oral health, wellness, scaling, and even tooth whitening.

“What we’re used to is we go to the dental office and have everything done.

This separates the dental hygiene – it creates a bit of a different environment.”

Indeed, the environment is stunning. Inspiring art lines the walls in the high-ceilinged entrance and throughout the building. Fresh paint, modern furniture and bright, airy windows add to the very-not-‘clinical’ feel of the space, which is also fully wheelchair-accessible. She says the landlords, Rick Luyendyk and Gary Ruault, were instrumental in cus-

tomizing the office for her needs, both now and moving forward in what she plans to be a bustling dental hub some day.

Ms. Lang places a strong emphasis on overall health and wellness, and directs clients to other health care professionals in the Valley as needed. Ms. Lang says there has been great collaboration between her new business and both dental offices in Invermere, as well as specialists further afield.

One of the standout features of Root 93 is the ability to book appointments online, and has been utilized for about 80 per cent of her bookings so far.

“People’s lives are changing; why not make the way they access their health a little more streamlined as well,” she reflects.

She also offers the latest in dental technology, such as an inter-oral camera, the size of a wand, that will transfer images so patients can see the tooth concerns instead of just hearing about them – a “game changer in patient education,” she describes.

Root 93 opened in late October, jumping right into the busy ‘snowbird’ season of prepping travellers before they head south for the winter.

Ms. Lang figures her fascination with the dental field goes back to her child-

Heather Lang, a registered dental hygienist, has opened her own clinic on Hwy 93/95, offering a full range of dental hygiene services.

Photo by Lorene Keitch hood, where she would poke around her dental files while waiting for the orthodontist. She took the path to becoming a registered dental hygienist in Ontario before moving to Jasper, then Whitehorse, and on to Invermere in 2004 where she worked at Dr. Pat O’Sullivan’s office until opening up Root 93 in late 2018. While at Dr. O’Sullivan’s office, Ms. Lang helped grow the preventative dental care model that is vitally important, she says.

“It’s connected to your overall health. You can’t just separate what’s happening in your mouth from the rest of your body, it’s all integrated,” Ms. Lang

explains. “Body wide health comes from good oral health.”

To learn more, Root 93 is hosting an open house on Saturday, February 2nd, from 2-5 p.m. There will be refreshments and snacks on hand, and a chance to explore the clinic and ask any questions.

Root 93 is located at 492 Hwy 93/95, inside the same building as Rockies West Realty (around the side with its own door; see the sandwich board sign outside) behind Tim Hortons.

For more information about Root 93, visit www.root93.ca or call 778-5265177.

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Phone: 250-342-5833 • Cell: 250-270-9444

All products are available at 9120, Hwy 93/95 which is five kilometres north of Tim Hortons

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 17

Cracking the Valley’s locks

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com You hop out of the car to gas up while your baby coos in the backseat. Once your tank is full, you reach for your door, but it won’t open. You must have locked it. You check your pockets and the ground. No keys. You look inside.

They’re dangling from the ignition where you left them.

“It happens more often than you’d think,” said Tracy Shandrowsky, who owns Valley Lockworks. In over 40 years as a locksmith, he’s unlocked around 50 vehicles to reunite eternally-grateful parents with their momentarily-forgotten children.

Mr. Shandrowsky was raised in the Valley, where he started the Key Shop with his father in 1975. He moved to Kelowna and then to Calgary but returned after 12 years and started Valley Lockworks in October 2018.

“I’ve got 40 years of stories for you,” he says, and he’s not kidding.

He used to work in the prison system in Calgary, where the convicts would jam their locks with staples or paper so the guards couldn’t get in. Mr. Shandrowsky picked the locks clean so the guards could get back to the cons.

But if he was on the other side of a cell door without

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his tools, Mr. Shandrowsky doesn’t think he could bust himself out. That’s about the only scenario he can imagine where a lock could keep him contained, he speculated.

He once picked the lock on a 19th century Wells Fargo chest from a stagecoach or train. While the lock bested other locksmiths, it only took him two hours to pick the levers and pop the lock.

“I’ve been known to do the impossible,” he said, adding that he could go to someone’s home, pick the lock and leave with them never having known he’d been there.

When asked why he chose to use his talents for good rather than become a burglar, Mr. Shandrowsky said: “I’m just too honest. People work hard for their belongings, and I want to see them keep them.”

Plus he knows what it’s like to be robbed and wants to help others feel secure in their homes.

“I just like to see people locked up safe and everything they own is protected,” he said.

While a robber may try to kick in a door, Mr. Shandrowsky wants the burglar to leave with nothing but a sore foot. He recommends that residents beef up their latches to “prevent these crooks from getting in easy.”

Mr. Shandrowsky can make latches more secure and can pick or install locks for his clients. He works with any-

thing that has keys or combinations, including vaults and safes, and can make keys to replace ones that have gone missing.

The locksmith – who won four competitions against other lock pickers and helped set up the locksmith journeyman apprentice course in Alberta – is ready to pick his customers’ residential, institutional, commercial or automotive locks. Valley Lockworks can be reached at 587577-9589.

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IN MEMORIAM

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

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In Loving Memory Samuel Joseph Paul Jan 6, 1938 – Jan 20, 2019 Will be deeply missed by his Family.

Huge Cheers to Shawn Ottmann of LBO Autobody for fixing my Jeep’s bumper and making it like brand new again! Couldn’t believe the excellent price and the wash was a much appreciated bonus. Cheers again for making me so happy ... and my Jeep loves you too!

A sad Jeers to the woman driving by for interrupting my otherwise enjoyable stroll to the store when she rolled down her window to loudly insult the yellow vested men at the corner - looking back, as she drove, with small children in the car, no less.

Jeers to the Yellow Vests. Not only for their silly conspiracy theory promotion, but also for parking illegally downtown, putting the tailgates down on your trucks and then standing in the street slowing traffic. I’ve watched several drivers have to slow down because you are too far into the street for the car to safely pass!

Radium: Motel Bavaria, low low rates, daily, weekly, monthly.

Kitchenettes available. Call 250347-9915.

ANNOUNCEMENT Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere. Thursday at the Firehall Building, 8853 Grainger Rd., Canal Flats. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7:15 p.m., at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital).

For information, please call 250342-8255.

Narcotics Anonymous. If Drugs or Alcohol are causing problems or conflict in your life, NA can help. All meetings are at 7 p.m. every Thursday at 4878 Athalmer Rd. (This group will not be meeting on Jan 24th and 31st. Sorry for any inconvenience. We will be back on February 7th.)

CHEERS & JEERS A huge Cheers to Celia, Marie, Kyla, Johanna, Katia and Jane for their help serving over 300 orders of chili and sausage rolls to those enjoying the Taste of the Valley and Snowflake Festival. You made the evening so much fun, and you know you all have a job if you are here for the summer!

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Cheers to the editorial and management staff at the Pioneer for the brilliant handling of the yellow vest protests in the Valley. It’s always great to see real explanations of controversial issues as opposed to 4 word signs.

Big Cheers to Don and the KNP road crew for plowing the road through Redstreak campground.

Your community minded spirit is greatly appreciated by the local outdoor enthusiasts!

Cheers to all my friends for all the help with my new place!

I was overwhelmed by all the work I had to do to make my condo liveable, and now I’m overwhelmed with gratitude.

Big Cheers for all the kindnesses!

Jeers to irresponsible dog owners who let their dog run loose repeatedly. I took at least an hour out of my day to try to catch your dog so it didn’t get hit on the highway. I learned that this happens regularly. Cheers to others who also try to keep your dog safe. If you don’t love your dog, offer it to someone who will.

Jeers to politically partisan puppets who deny climate change and science and who selfishly download the widespread consequence of their profound and deliberate ignorance to future generations, which shall most certainly curse us all repeatedly for our collective apathy, failure and stupidity.

BUYING OR SELLING

Cheers to Dr. Craig Lynch, Judith and Vilma for the wonderful care and attention they gave to my husband in the Emergency Dept. of Invermere Hospital on Saturday, January 26, 2019.

Great team work!

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Cheers to Jordan and the staff at The Source for selling me the right item, even when I asked for the wrong item. After a brief “introduction” to the technology, I walked out of The Source with a Chromecast device, at half the price of the item I had asked for.

Jeers to the Yellow Vesters offering simplistic answers to complex issues. Look how that’s worked out in the US and UK. Jeers to the fella with the white truck, cutting huge holes in Windermere Lake with a chain saw, people can fall through.

This is dangerous. Stop it! We want ourselves and families to be SAFE. Cheers to’ Behind the Seams’ for carrying such a variety of winter project materials and other helpful non-sewing products.

A HUGE Cheers to Panorama Resort for their message of support to our Albertan friends and neighbours! This town would not exist without you and we’re with you during this difficult time! Stay strong!

Cheers to the yellow vest protestors for exercising their right to free speech.

“Participatory” democracy works best if voters are able to hear both sides of the issues, form their own opinions, and head to the voting booth prepared. Those who oppose what these people have to say are welcome to set up their soapbox on the other side of the street. That’s the great thing about our democracy and it’s what Canadians have laid down their lives for.

LOST & FOUND FOUND: Ring in Windermere.

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LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

Radium rental: 2-bdrm + den fully furnished apartment. $1350/mo + Hydro, N/S, N/P, references required. 250-3423790.

Windermere 4-plex: Bright, 2-bdrm suite, available March 1st. Pet friendly, fridge, stove, W/D. Large deck and yard, 2-blocks from beach. Call/text 250-409-7435.

CONDO FOR RENT For rent in Radium, 2-bdrm, 4 bath, ground level condo.

Beautiful views backs on to Springs Golf course. All appliances, fireplace, fully furnished. 2 car garage. N/S, N/P, references please. $1650/mo, call 250-342-3790.

2-bdrm Condo with garage, Black Forest Village. Clean conditions, reference required. $1100/mo. Call Chris 250-3423790.

FREE GIVEAWAY FREE: Antique baby carriage.

Circa 1940’s. Started to restore it but just don’t have the time. It’s yours if you come and pick up. lshmo@yahoo.com.

ELKHORN COUNTRY ESTATES Phases 1 and 2 sold out.

Taking reservations for Phase 3 now.

Phone Elkhorn Ranch 250-342-1268 www.elkhornranches.com

MISC. FOR SALE Top Quality Hay Round bales, no rain. Phone Elkhorn Ranch 250-342-1268.

Brand New Teel Affinity Light Woodcore Titanium Stabilizer Storm Atomic Ski’s 159 cm and poles 120 cm. Including new boots size 9 ladies. Asking $650.

Call 778-220-0350.

STORAGE NEWHOUSE STORAGE

Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park: 250342-3166.

AUCTION First Tuesday monthly consignment/

Vintage Goods Auction The Flats Venue and Stage located at 4957 Burns Avenue in Canal Flats.

Premiers Tuesday, February 5th, 6:30 pm when the hammer drops.

Hosted by local auctioneer, Tex Lortscher.

Refreshments will be served.

Consignment welcome.

Inquiries or previews call/text 250-270-0838 or email info@theflatsrv.com

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 19

Thrift store an accessible stop for diverse abilities

By Kate Gibbs Access the Valley

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

1996 4Runner, 5 spd. Manual, 3.4, l 4 x 4 SUV. Engine and transmission are in good shape.

Body has some rust and one dent, 465,000 kms. Mostly all Highway Miles. Has not been used as a “Bush Bunny” but could be. Located in Fairmont Hot Springs, BC, $1,250 O.B.O. Call or text 780-231-1512.

THE HEARTFELT COMPANION: Services for Seniors Providing non-medical care, meal prep, transportation, outings and companionship with seniors living at home, Ivy House, Columbia House or Columbia Gardens. Excellent references and credentials.

Contact Leanne Brooks 250-3415683, invermerehomecare.com for more info.

Wanted 2 F/T Restaurant Cooks, Rocky River Grill, 8888 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C. Permanent, F/T shifts, overtime, weekends, days and evenings, $16/hour for 40 hours per week. Overtime after 40 hours. Minimum several year’s experience and completion of Secondary School. DUTIES: Prepare and cook full course meals, prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, ensure quality of food portions, work with minimal supervision, prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Inspect Kitchens and Food service areas. Please forward resume to Justin Atterbury by fax 250-342-8889 or email justatterbury@hotmail. com.

Invermere Petro-Can is currently accepting resumes for F/T and P/T employment. Apply in person to 185 Laurier Street, Invermere between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

FIREWOOD Support Rockies Hockey firewood. Contact email cvrockies.firewood@gmail.com or call 250-342-1624 for more info or to place an order.

SERVICES Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Environmentally friendly products. Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www. heavensbest.ca.

Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Thank you for your votes - Best of Business Awards! Blinds, Drapery, Phantom Screens & more 250-342-5749, shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca.

B.B.’s Home & Lawn Care Services: Residential Cleaning and House Checks, Renovations/ Handyman Services. Blinds and installation. Snow removal.

250-688-2897 or 403-861-8782.

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA) specializing in small business and personal tax planning. Myself and my team offer bookkeeping, GST, payroll, Notice to Reader financials and preparation of corporate and personal tax returns. Call Anne at 403-560-4966 or email me at amw.amwpc@gmail.com.

HELP WANTED Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies is hiring!

This fulltime position is for a Telus and store sales representative.

The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills and be comfortable with cell phone software (i.e. android and apple operating systems) and the ability to troubleshoot problems. Telus and store representative training will be provided. Send resumes to info@ selkirkcells.com or in store at #1, 519–13th Street, Invermere B.C.

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Live-In Caregiver Wanted we are looking for reliable caregivers to provide live-in for our clients. Must have a driver’s license, caregiver certificate prefered - should live in or close to Invermere.

Please call 403-301-3777 or send resume to calgaryinfo@ homecareassistance.com.

Hairstylist Opportunity Full time position available for hairstylist, experienced in colour, full family cut services, and formal styles. Welcoming motivated students with course completion. Very busy fullservice salon. Contact Tammie at 250-342-5114 or fxtbeggs@ hotmail.com.

Looking for Care aid. In search of a P/T certified Care Aid for middle aged male anoxic brain injury client. You would provide in home care and assist with daily exercise and stretches. We are looking for an individual with good work ethic and an outgoing personality to join our team. Wages depending on experience must have valid Driver’s Licence and available to work evenings and weekends.

Position would commence end of March. Please email resumes to angelikaweder@yahoo.com or call 250-341-1109 to set up interview.

Strands Old House Restaurant is accepting applications for P/T evening and weekend Servers/Bartender and F/T Chef/cook. Experience in casual fine dining an asset.

Apply to Tony Wood at tony@ strandsrestaurant.com or 250342-6344.

Big Horn Cafe, Radium Hot Springs looking for Full time or Part Time-Barista/Cashier as well a Summer Student, No evenings, flexible hours, potential for medical and dental benefits, we will train. Competitive wages.

Apply to bighorncafe1@outlook. com or phone 778-527-5005.

Thrift Store closing for renovations: The thrift store is closing for renovations after a major sale today through Saturday, February 1st, (hard goods 1⁄2 price & soft goods bag sale $3.00/bag on Saturday).

During renovations the store can not accept donations as there is just no place to store items.

SOCIETY

We have recently received our second grant and have started round two of Access the Valley, thanks to the Community Foundation and the Chamber of Commerce.

You know, some stores do small things to become more accessible, some do big things, and some, some move buildings! A few years ago, the Invermere Thrift store moved from next door to the Invermere Bakery, below the Valley Hair Salon to right beside Green Anderschuck where the old Radioshack used to be. The thrift store is very popular! It’s a unique store where you can find such nice things for prices you can’t find anywhere else in town. You see people coming out of the store with more bags than they can carry! And, what’s even better?

All the profits the store makes go to charity. The group of people that volunteer at the store donate all proceeds the

store makes to our local hospital, and they have even donated money to the valley to make more places accessible, such as the Kinsmen Beach Water Park and the Community Hall! The staff at the thrift store are lovely ladies that are willing to help you with anything! The store can get quite busy and crowded, with lots of stock in there, but the 1st Wednesday of every month is accessibility day.

They call it “Seniors day” but I like accessibility day, because it applies to everybody with mobility challenges, no matter your age. They let less people in the store and move things around to make it a bit easier for people with diverse abilities to get around.

You can’t go for a trip to Invermere without stopping by the thrift store; everybody does! Again, a big thank you to Hospital Auxillary for making the big move, and making accessibility and inclusion a priority! We really appreciate people like you. Thank you to Shelly, my new Access the Valley helper for going with me on this very windy day. Access the Valley’s goal is to visit local venues and take pictures, descriptions and videos of accessible features of each place. To see more reviews, visit www.cvchamber.ca/ access-the-valley-about-us/.

The Invermere Health Care Auxilliary is looking for energetic, organized individuals to fill the following positions

Thrift Store Operations Manager We are seeking a creative, self-motivated individual to oversee the operations of our store. Reporting to the IHCAS Executive, the Operations Manager is responsible for the daily planning and management of the Thrift Store in collaboration with the Volunteer Team Leaders and Executive.

This position will: • implement the Thrift Store policies and procedures, and maintain high standards of quality, neatness, safety and service in the store • work collaboratively with Team Leaders to determine their respective department needs and schedules • assist in resolving problems with customers, volunteers and students • assist hands on in the store or receiving when necessary • welcome, orientate and work with new volunteers • coordinate and order supplies as required and provide support to sales staff as required Qualifications: • Strong organizational and planning skills • 3 years experience in retail store management or a related area • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • High school diploma or equivalent/college diploma preferred

Administrative Coordinator This new position will provide administrative support to the Invermere Health Care Auxiliary Executive by: • • • • •

participating in monthly executive and general meetings developing and maintaining administrative systems and data base responding to inquiries,mail and email assist in maintenance of Facebook and web page assist in tracking and recording of volunteer hours and other records as requested • assist the executive in preparation and maintenance of Policy and Procedure Manuals.

This new position will provide administrative support to the Invermere Health Care Auxiliary Executive. Hours of work are flexible for the right person with the right fit for our organization.

Qualifications: • Proven administrative experience • Knowledge of office management systems and procedures • Excellent time management skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proficient in MS Office, Quick books and Data Base applications • At least 3 years experience in the field or a related area • High school diploma or equivalent/college diploma preferred You know us as the THRIFT STORE. The proceeds of our vibrant operation contribute to a wide variety of health related service, equipment and scholarships in Invermere and the region. We provide our community with a fun and economical shopping experience and aid in the recycling of goods.

We are looking to develop a team to work with our extensive network of volunteers in the efficient and effective operation of our Society and Thrift Store.

Work hours are flexible and salaries are competitive and dependent on experience.

Further details are available www.ekemployment.org.

Submit a resume and cover letter by February 15,2019 to Invermerethriftstore@gmail.com

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MINOR HOCKEY MINUTE Submitted by Windermere Minor Hockey Society The Bantam Team travelled to Cranbrook to play an exhibition game against the Cranbrook Hornets who are a Tier 3 team. The game was very close with the local team losing 3-1. Both Rex and Parker were excellent in goal. Our goal was scored by Brydon Flemming.

The PeeWee A team travelled to Sparwood this weekend to play in a mini tournament with Elk Valley and Lake Bonavista. The team played well splitting their games with Elk Valley and getting a win and a tie with Lake Bonavista. Brayden Roe led the way with 5 goals and Ryan Digney had four assists in one game.

The PeeWee B team travelled to Fernie on Saturday where Jessie MacIntosh played an excellent game in goal and the team tied Fernie. Goals were scored by Tobias Andruschuk, Carson Scheffer, and Cameron Charette. On Sunday they lost to a mighty Kimberley team with Tobias scoring the team’s only goal.

The Senior Girls went on an Alberta tour on the weekend, starting in Brooks on Friday night. The girls played a fast paced game, but fell short to the top team in the league. Meighan Prosser was back after being on the injured list for a couple of months.

On Saturday the team played Okotoks and lost in another very close game. Brooklyn Goldsmith was injured in this game. The girls then travelled to Cochrane where they were victorious winning 12-1.

The Midgets played in their home tournament this past weekend. It was not one of the team’s best efforts and they finished last in their own home tournament. The tournament was won by Salmon Arm. Initiation had their one-day tournament in Kimberley. They had 2 teams enter: blue and white . Each played 3 games. Blue heart and hustle were Jack Gramlich, Hudson Lapointe, Teeg Stapleton. White heart and hustle were Madelyn O’cconer, Bruce Bush, Jack Hildes. Next tournament is in Golden on February 9th, followed by the home tournament February 16th.

Ben Thomsen races to 6th at Kitzbuehel Downhill Alpine Canada A weather-related change in schedule saw the legendary Kitzbuehel downhill moved to Friday, January 25th, and Canadian Alpine Ski Team racers Ben Thomsen, Brodie Seger, and Jack Crawford gave the nation plenty to cheer about as they charged down the Streif.

Mr. Thomsen (Invermere, B.C./Windermere Ski Club) was the eighth racer out of the start gate, and laid down a lightning run of one minute, 57.88 seconds – 69 hundredths off the podium. Thomsen ended the day in sixth – his best World Cup downhill result since standing on the podium in 2012, and best-ever finish at Kitzbuehel.

“I’m really happy, but it is a little bit of a bittersweet moment. I was shooting for the podium today, (and) it didn’t quite happen,” said Mr. Thomsen after letting the day’s results sink in. “It was close, the skiing was there (but) the competition is also there too. It’s really competitive on the men’s circuit right now.”

He has posted two top-10s in World Cup downhill action this season, and was second in the first training run on the Streif this week.

The 23-year-old Mr. Seger (North Vancouver, BC / Whistler Mountain Ski Club) started 44th as part of the third wave, at which point the light snowfall that plagued some of the second-wave racers had ended and winds had calmed.

Mr. Seger converted the opportunity into a 16th-place finish to earn his first World Cup top-30.

“That course is a wild ride and I’m really happy with the way I fought my way down,” said Mr. Seger who was all smiles as he crossed the finish line. “I knew right away I made a mistake in the middle section, but I kept pushing and I couldn’t be more excited about getting my first world cup points on this legendary hill.”

Mr. Crawford (Toronto/Georgian Peaks and Whistler Mountain ski clubs), 21, raced to his best-ever World Cup downhill finish with a 32nd-place result, falling just 22 hundredths out of the top-30. He recorded his first World Cup points on home snow earlier this season in the super-G at Lake Louise, where he finished 27th.

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CVSAR and Panorama teams joined forces for education on avalanches. Submitted photo

Avalanche Awareness Days Submitted by Columbia Valley Search and Rescue The weekend of January 19th, Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) joined Panorama Mountain Resort Ski Patrol in practicing for avalanche responses and educating the public on safe practices and where to go for information and training. Team members practiced rescue skills such as transceiver searching, probing, and shovelling techniques as well as information gathering procedures like snow profile pits and stability tests. On Sunday, Panorama Ski Patrol set up a scenario for responders to use their skills in a real life simulation as a team.

CVSAR is also planning an outreach and training day in the Forster Creek area to work with the local snowmobile community to promote safe winter travel and avalanche awareness.

This training and working with local commercial operations has proven to be very relevant. In recent years, CVSAR has responded to multiple incidents involving both skiers/snowboarders and snowmobilers in locations outside of ski hill boundaries as well as popular snowmobile areas.

Although a helicopter response can work quite well, limited daylight and potential weather issues mean other equipment and techniques are required. To increase our response capabilities, CVSAR has recently

purchased two snowmobiles that will allow for teams to reach locations and assist in situations where a helicopter was not suitable. Team members will be undergoing more training to become more proficient with these snowmobiles in challenging terrain where many recreationalists are now travelling.

Anyone recreating in avalanche terrain must carry a transceiver, probe, and shovel and training in recognizing hazards and route finding is highly recommended.

For information on current avalanche conditions and training opportunities please visit www.avalanche.ca.

About CVSAR: Columbia Valley Search and Rescue is part of the British Columbia Search and Rescue Association which is made up of 80 teams across the province. SAR in B.C. is fully volunteer and responds under direction of RCMP, BCAS, DND, or local authorities and is reimbursed for expenses incurred by Emergency Management BC. Operating expenses and equipment are paid for through donations and grant programs. BCSARA teams respond to 1300 of 1900 SAR incidents in Canada annually and is comprised of approximately 2500 volunteers.

CVSAR can be found on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Donations can be made through CanadaHelps.org or contact columbiavalleysar@gmail.com

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Climb on: Rock climbing at JA Laird gym

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com Herb Weller grabs his ladder and adds a new rock to the climbing wall in the gym at JA Laird. It’s a friendship rock, say Hayley and Mariah as they supervise his efforts from the ground. The twelve year olds are donating the new hold to the wall they scramble up like monkeys.

Seventeen years ago Mr. Weller brought the climbing wall from the old high school to JA Laird and has since been sharing his love of climbing with the community.

“We kind of broke new ground being an elementary school and having a climbing wall in the province. We still are the first and only full-fledged climbing wall in all of B.C. in an elementary school,” he said. “I climbed lots outdoors all my life so I knew it would be a valuable addition to the school where the kids could actually learn how to climb safely in a controlled environment.”

The climbing wall is part of the school’s physical education program, and students from the high school use it too.

Mr. Weller also hosts public climbing nights on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for those of all levels. The $5 drop in fee includes climbing gear and all the instruction and encouragement a new climber needs to be able to reach new heights. The fee also covers purchasing new equipment and keeping the wall in good shape.

Climbing helps those of all ages develop athletic skills, flexibility and balance, he said. It also teaches courage as they continue ever higher despite their sweaty palms.

“Boy time goes quick and before you know it they’re climbing up as high as they can, as high as they want to,” he said. “It’s real tangible. You can see exactly the progress you’re making.”

The wall has become so popular that climbing enthusiasts book it for their birthday parties and tourists come back to climb year after year on their vacations.

Seventeen years in, there have only been a few bumps and bruises on his watch.

“Their life is on the line so you want to do everything properly,” Mr. Weller said, adding that indoor climbing is safe as long as climbers follow the rules.

“They can’t make a mistake so they get trained by

Hayley, 12 (above), scrambles up the wall. Herb Weller (above right), the mastermind behind the project, installs a new rock to the climbing wall. Quentin pauses to smile for the camera as he traverses the route.

Photos by Dauna Ditson me, they get tested by me... I make sure they go through a long process of learning how to do it properly,” he said.

Mr. Weller enjoys the work so much that he volunteers his time, even after all these years.

“I still love it... I just love seeing people learn how to climb,” he said. “Some of my former students are now in their 30s and they’re still climbing and it’s just neat to see how they still enjoy the sport and how they’ve excelled in the sport doing some outdoor climbing and they got their start at the Laird gym.”

Lisa Van de Panne, who competes at the national level, got her start with indoor climbing under Mr. Weller’s supervision when she was around 12 years old.

“I was kind of addicted to that gym, I think, when I was younger,” she said.

Now in her first year of university, Ms. Van de Panne is training for two national events: a youth bouldering

competition in February and an adult bouldering competition in March. (Bouldering is a form of climbing without a harness.)

“I was always the kid who loved challenges, and climbing is definitely a challenge,” she said. “There were so many supportive people in that gym. I really liked the community in there... It just really made me start to love climbing.”

Even as a competitive climber she finds some of the routes at JA Laird to be quite difficult and said that the wall is suited to climbers at any level.

“I just have so much respect for Mr. Weller,” she said.

“It’s just so admirable, you know, how much he’s given back to the community and how much he’s put into that gym and... I’m just so thankful for everything he’s done with that gym.”

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Drop-in times are often busy at the climbing wall, though sometimes you can score an almost-empty wall to test your skills, as Mariah (top right) and Marc Precious (bottom right) enjoyed one session.

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THE BLUE LINE

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Eventful weekend recap from Rockies Submitted by Columbia Valley Rockies The Columbia Valley Rockies split the weekend games and hosted the most successful Columbia Valley Rockies Pond Hockey Tournament ever (see photos page 24).

The Columbia Valley Rockies went on the road to Creston and came back with a huge two points on Friday, January 25th.

The Rockies took to the ice and pressured Creston immediately. On a power play 4:07 into the game, Chase Hawkins ripped one into the net on a nice dish from Jesse Karr and Loclyn Kabatoff. However the home team would answer three minutes later. The Rockies were determined and Fraser McMann – on a beauty feed from Carter Beston-Will

and Connor Davison – put the Rockies back in the driver’s seat leading 2-1. Again the home team dug deep and responded.

The end result was that period one ended at a two-all draw.

Both teams had chances in the second but neither was able to solve the riddle and find the twine.

The scoring in the third started 50 seconds in with Eric Lloyd with help from Mr. Beston-Will and Mr. McMann dampening the spirit of the home crowd.

The Rockies then went into a team effort and pressed hard.

They were rewarded with a huge win and two points as the game ended 3-2.

Back at Kinsmen Beach the Rockies Pond Hockey tournament was in full swing under the lights with 20 teams battling out for supremacy on wonderful and

picturesque Lake Windermere.

The fire pits were glowing and the teams and fans were cheering as the festival atmosphere took grip on all the participants and attendees.

On Saturday, January 26th the Rockies hosted Revelstoke in a rare crossover game. Revelstoke leads their division by a long shot and is currently second overall in the league. This would be a challenge for the ages! All of the teams from the pond hockey tournament were hosted by the Rockies this night.

When the first period opened, both teams faced determined opponents. They went back and forth with great defence and some glorious opportunities for the Rockies, but the puck did not cross the red line and find twine. Period one ended with no goals.

The second period saw the visitors take the lead on a power play and then add another a couple minutes later. The Rockies had many chances but puck luck was not on their side. Period two ended with Rockies down by 2.

The third period had the home crowd pressing hard, and their fans were treated to a wonderful effort. Again the hockey gods seemed to be looking the other way for the Rockies as they had many chances and hit the goal posts a couple times.

Finally after the Rockies pulled their goalie with just over a minute left Mr. Hawkins sniped one to the roof of the net on a feed from Mr. Carr, bringing the score to 2-1 visitors. However it was not to be. Revelstoke scored an open netter 30 seconds later silencing the building for a few seconds. Then the crowd cheered

and saluted the home team as the boys were rewarded by the crowd for a terrific effort. Soon the puck luck will change, and the crowd was bringing that on.

The Rockies will be back at home in the Eddie Mountain Arena on Friday, February 1st against Kimberley and then again Saturday, Febuary 2nd when they host Nelson. There are only four more home games this season so come on out and support the team!

The Columbia Valley Rockies also want to the thank all the teams that participated in the annual Pond Hockey Tournament.

A special shoutout to Rhonda Sage and her marvellous team of volunteers. Thank you all volunteers. And cheers to the Invermere Fire Department as they came down every night to help flood the ice. Thank you!

It’s time to UnWind, with the Valley’s 55+ magazine

By Steve Hubrecht

tains. Dave Quinn tunes into the Valley’s splendid symphony of wildflowers. And in the magazine’s new Big Backyard section Claire Dibble ruminates on her upcoming paddle down the mighty Columbia, from source to sea.

But that’s not all. Your favourite features from last year are back in new iterations. Through another batch of resident profiles, you’ll once again get to meet a few lively locals who encapsulate the Valley’s ethos, and who just happen to be 55+.

The Puttin’ Up in Paradise column returns, written this year by former Calgary Herald editorial cartoonist Vance Rodewalt, who along with his wife Susan left the big smoke for one of Invermere’s funkiest neighbourhoods. The history section delves into the Columbia Valley’s original real estate scam, perpetrated by none other than the revered — and, as it turns out, wily and somewhat unscrupulous — Invermere founding father Robert Randolph Bruce. And in this year’s travel feature Toby Benches re s ident John Niddrie sets off with his son Nick to cycle the rugged wilds of Patagonia. So dive right in, it’s time to UnWind.

Pick up your copy of UnWind at Valley businesses, including the Pioneer office.

UnWIND 2019

If there was any doubt as to the dynamism of those in the Columbia Valley’s 55+ demographic, the overwhelming response to last year’s inaugural edition of UnWind sure put ’em to bed.

The magazine was launched on the premise that local 55+ residents are more active, outdoorsy, artistic and involved with their community than ever before. It hit newsstands at the start of the new year and by mid-summer every single copy printed had been snatched up, proof positive that the premise was on the money and that in the Valley ‘mountain living’ is not just for the young.

So UnWind is back again this year, with a whole new lineup of content. This year’s edition has a bit more of a nature and environmental focus, taking a closer look at the rivers, wetlands and mountains that define the Columbia Valley landscape in a series of think pieces by local writers. Katie Watt recounts a canoe trip through the upper reaches of the Columbia River wetlands, peppering her narrative with scientific insight into a unique ecosystem that may just be the jewel in the valley’s natural crown. Jesse Bell offers a meditation on the meaning of moun2

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January 31, 2019

FAITH

Revival 2019, is it possible?

By Pastor Wayne Frater Radium Christian Fellowship Church There it is, the first month of 2019, come and gone, eleven more to go and we will be into 2020.

A couple of weeks ago, we were looking at Proverbs 29:18 where it says “Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law.”

In my opinion, I believe that we are at a critical crossroads in the work of God here on earth. The world more and more is casting off restraint, and I believe the time has come for revival, the world needs a renewed revelation of a God who was willing to send His Son to die for all of mankind, a Jesus who was willing to take the sin of the world to the cross, to die, to defeat death and rise again on the third day, to make a way for eternal salvation for each and every one of us. A Jesus who tells us in John 14:6, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

For this truth to be shared to the world, we need revival. For us to be part of this revival we need God’s revelation, we need Gods plan in our lives. And for the direction of His church.

God is looking for believers who are totally sold out to His plan, believers who are willing to let Him carry out His plan for their lives, believers who are willing to say, and mean it, as Jesus prayed in the garden in Matthew 26:39 “not as I will, but as Thy will.”

For the last while we have been studying about re-

vival, we are learning, that for revival to come to pass, we first of all must spend time in prayer. We must seek after the Lord, His direction, and His timing. Every great revival in the past was birthed in prayer.

With prayer comes faith and patience, trusting that the Lord knows what He is doing, and that if we have faith in Him, and are patient in waiting for His timing, it will come to pass at the correct moment according to His will. God is never late; He is always right on time. God will surely accomplish all His purposes and promises. Although at times He may appear slow at doing so, (that is where patience comes in,) His timing is always perfect.

Isaiah 40:31 from the NKJV reads “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.”

In Psalm 25:4-5 “Show me Your ways, O Lord; Teach me Your paths. Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For You are the God of my salvation; On You I wait all the day.” Here, David is giving us an amazing example of a prayer that we should pray every day. In the Lord’s ways we see holiness, His paths lead us to righteousness, through His love we gain salvation, and by waiting on Him are strengthened beyond what we thought was possible.

I believe the time is right for revival, I believe that as we cry out to the Lord, as we humble ourselves before the Lord and as we patiently wait, as we have faith in things not yet seen, we will see revival in our lives, in the lives of our family and friends, and in our valley. I believe that we are at a crossroads, at a crossroads that will make a huge difference in the course of our lives, and the course of His church. “not as I will, but as Thy will,” Oh Lord.

Isaiah 59:1 from the King James Version tells us.

“Behold, the LORD’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear.”

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LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, February 3rd, Worship And Life Instruction, “The Land Between: Part 2” Pastor Matt Moore speaking.

“K.I.D.S.” Church during the Morning Service.

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WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICANUNITED Worship every Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m. March - December All Saint’s, Edgewater 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m. July-Sept St. Peter’s, Windermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday 10 a.m.: Worship Services.

Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway Drive, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats.

Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.: Canadian Martyrs’ – Invermere Sunday, 11 a.m.: St. Joseph’s – Radium.

Father Jojo Augustine • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere 250-342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Lay Worship Services, Sundays at 1:30 p.m.

Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere (Small Chapel) Pastor Doug Lutz, 250-464-0100 Email: mtzionlc@hotmail.com

RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTERDAY SAINTS Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m.

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Let’s go fishing!

The 19th annual Kinsmen Fishing Derby saw a good turnout of fishermen, women, and kids, all out to have a great time and to support the work of the Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley.

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Pond hockey 2019 The 2019 Columbia Valley Rockies Pond Hockey tournament, held on Lake Windermere last weekend, saw sunny skies and skating fun for all participants in the 18-team tourney. The Bamdoozles took first place in the Open Competitive; open recreation category was won by ‘Little Bit Serious – Charleston Chiefs, and mixed winning team was Wolfe Mining.

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Board highlights from RDEK Regional District of East Kootenay Seeking Funding for River Access Point on Columbia River The RDEK will submit a grant application to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program - Community, Culture and Recreation Program for 73.33 per cent of the cost to develop a river access/take out on the Columbia River in Fairmont. The proposed location is adjacent to River Drive and Downey Avenue in Fairmont. It was identified as the most heavily used river access site in a recent Access Feasibility Study and formal development of the site was recommended. In addition to securing funding, a number of approvals would be required for the project to proceed.

Application in Support of broadband for Edgewater The RDEK will submit an application to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program - Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure for 100 per cent funding for broadband infrastructure in the community of Edgewater. The Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation (CBBC) is continuing its efforts to improve connectivity throughout the Basin and identified this community project as a candidate for the current funding intake.

In Support of 2019 WildSafeBC Program for Areas F and G An application will be submitted to the 2019 Wild-

SafeBCProgram to provide a Community Coordinator in Electoral Areas F and G focused on reducing human-wildlife conflict. The RDEK will also contribute $3,080 from the Electoral Area F DGIA account and $920 from the Electoral Area G DGIA account to help fund the seasonal position from May to November. Areas F and G have participated in the WildSafeBC Program since 2015.

Second BikeBC Grant Sought The RDEK will partner with the Columbia Valley Greenways Trail Alliance on a second BikeBC grant application for the Markin-MacPhail Westside Legacy Trail.

Economic Development Commission Members Appointed Nine people have been appointed to the Columbia Valley Community Economic Development Commission for a two year term: Tess Beckering, Alison Bell, Lorri Fehr, Doug Smith, Michelle Taylor, Barb Cote, Heather Rennebohm, Carleen Campbell, Rosemary Stuar.

Columbia Valley Emergency Program Appointments Sharon Pasowisty will continue on as the Emergency Social Services Director for the Columbia Valley Emergency Program and Gary Burford will continue on in his role as the Deputy Emergency Program Coordintor. Both appointments run January 1st, 2019-December 31st,

2020. The Columbia Valley Emergency Program is part of the East Kootenay Emergency Management Program.

New Member for Radium Hot Springs Public Library Board Sheila Leman has been appointed to the Radium Hot Springs Public Library Board for the term January 14th, 2019 to December 31st, 2020. She will represent Electoral Areas F and G, the District of Invermere and Village of Canal Flats.

Solid Waste Management Plan Review and Initial Survey Dealing with our garbage and recycling is one of the RDEK’s largest budget items and these services affect every resident and property owner in the East Kootenay. The RDEK is currently reviewing its Solid Waste Management Plan. Whether you live in a rural area or a municipality, this process affects you. Please fill out our introductory survey by Feb. 25, 2019. It will give us valuable information about how you currently use the system and some of your thoughts about possible future options for our garbage and recycling services that could be investigated with regard to costs and implications. To fill out the survey, contact the RDEK or visit engage.rdek.bc.ca.

Later this spring, watch for a follow up survey that will summarize the results of this survey, present some costs and further information for your feedback. Follow every step of the project at engage.rdek.bc.ca.