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Announcement Announcement Cheers Without Tears

Alcoholics Anonymous If alcohol is causing problems or conic t in your life, AA can help All meetings are at 7 p m Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday at the BC Ser vice Building, South End – 624 4th St , Invermere Please call 250342-2424 for more information or to speak with someone from our fellowship

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affec ted by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us on a “ZOOM” meeting ever y Monday at 7 p m For more information or to speak with someone from our fellowship, please call 250-342-8392

Steamboat Mountain Music Societ y ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

7 pm Saturday, Februar y 25

Edgewater Communit y Hall

Ac tivit y and Financial Repor ts for 2022

Steamboat Mountain Music Festival

Elec tion of Direc tors

Desser t & coffee

Followed by a music jam

Please call 250-341-6299 to place your classified ad.

MACDONALD, Lorne “Dale”

April 7, 1939

February 11, 2023

Cheers to Jennifer Lindal for all the nice things you do to help a senior citizen Your many ac ts of kindness are ver y much appreciated

A GIGANTIC cheers to Romana the lady from Slovakia at D etailing Utopia for making my truck look brand new on the outside Your work ethic must be passed on forever Mr. S askatchewan.

Cheers to Chadd Cawson and Blair McFarlane for the ar ticle on Black Histor y Month last week It was really informative, and included a ver y impor tant message for our communities in the Columbia Valley Well done

Cheers Without Tears

Cheers to my neighbour Dan for being so awesome and offering to help me with yard work I appreciate you

Cheers to Peter (Pierre -Andre) at The Bistro for the care he has for his employees by giving them owers on Valentine's Day.

Cheers to The Bistro - best fries in town!

Listings

Business Services Acreage For Sale

ACREAGES FOR SALE

2 5 to 3 4 acre parcels

Great mountain views, privac y, individual wells, no building time commitment Located on sunny side of the Valley.

For more information contac t Elkhorn Ranches 250-342-1268 w w w elkhornranches com

HAY/BALES FOR SALE

B B 's Home & Design Ser vices Renovations, Masonr y & Handyman Ser vices, Blinds & Install Cabin checks/yard care/eavestrough cleaning/junk removal/dump runs Call 250-688-2897

THE HEARTFELT COMPANION: Ser vices for Seniors

Since 2014 we've provided kind and compassionate non-medical care, transpor tation to Cranbrook, overnight care, meal prep, grocer y shopping and more Excellent local references 250-341-5683

Hear tfeltcompanionser vices com

HELP

Russell, Manitoba

Calgary, Alberta

Lorne “Dale” MacDonald passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 83 years Dale was born in Russell, MB, and spent his later teenage years in Saskatoon, SK, where he met and later married his wife of 63 years, Barbara Ann Hodgson.

Dale attended the University of Michigan on a hockey scholarship, where he was team captain in his senior year In 1961, he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration. He went on to play pro-hockey for three years with the Chicago Blackhawks organization. Dale continued to play hockey at a competitive level until he was 72.

Following his pro hockey career, Dale worked in Human Resources with Federated Coop and Duval Potash Mine, in Saskatoon. He moved to Calgary in 1971, to work in the oil industry and finished his career as Vice President of H.R at Pan Canadian Petroleum Limited. Dale and Barb retired to their favorite place; their cabin in Fairmont, BC, where they enjoyed 39 years of wonderful memories with their family and friends

Dale and Barb were blessed with two cherished children, Michele (Neil), and Bruce (Karon); wonderful grandchildren, Nicole, Lindsey (Alan), Jessica (Curtis), Dale (Marilyn), and Zakk (Michaela); and precious great-grandchildren Jordyn, Miles, and Blake; all who will miss Dale dearly Dale is also survived by his brother Terry (Denise), and sister Lori (Geoff)

Dale loved cheering on his favorite teams the Calgary Flames, the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and his alma mater, The University of Michigan, which he was inducted into the hall of fame in 1981. He was an avid golfer and loved his model-trains, but his true passion was playing hockey

We wish to thank everyone for their prayers and support at this difficult time A Celebration of Dale’s Life is being planned for this spring in Fairmont Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed at www.McInnisandHolloway.com If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Salvation Army, 1731 29th Street SW Calgary, AB, T3C 1M6, www.salvationarmy.ca, or by phone 403-410-1112.

In living memory of Dale MacDonald, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, AB T2X 3J3, Telephone: 403-256-9575.

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Reservations Agent

Toby Creek Adventures is currently hiring a full-time reservations agent. The person we are looking for is a motivated self-starter who can prioritize tasks and requirements under sometimes demanding circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Check guests in for their adventures

Ensure liability waivers are completed

Lost And Found

A pair of light green knitted mitts on S aturday at the Film Festival. If found please call 250-342-6488

For Sale By Owner

Blind Repair Business For S ale

Small business operating in the Valley for 16 years, includes all tools needed for xing/installing blinds Includes ex tensive inventor y of par ts/cording in many sizes/colors

The per fec t little business to add to your existing business or great for semi-retired handyman! $8,000 Call Cathy 250-341-5945

Answer phone calls and emails regarding guest inquiries and business administration

• Take payments for bookings and retail while ensuring daily balances are correct

• Keep bookings organized through reservation systems

Radio dispatch for guide communications and emergencies during tour operations Ensure the office/retail store is clean and presentable

Requirements

Exceptional customer service and professionalism

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Multi-tasking and quick-thinking skills

• Organization skills

Post-secondary education

Experience with reservation systems and POS is an asset

Other Requirements

• Self-starter, well-organized and independently motivated

Upbeat, high-energy, enthusiastic and engaged

Works well with others and supports the team’s efforts to get the job done

Accepts and overcomes challenges

• Must have a passion for the outdoors

• Willing to work outside for extended periods in all weather –both summer and winter

Start Date: Immediately or as soon as mutually convenient

Remuneration: Hourly Wage – To be determined based on qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. Benefits package available after qualifying period.

To apply, please contact Dean Daniele at 778-879-9982 or email dean@tobycreekadventures.com

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Pole Truck Operator Position

Brisco Wood Preser vers Ltd., a major Canadian Pole Producer of CCA treated wood poles to Western utilities and communications companies, is seeking to hire a Pole Truck Operator

Our main treating facility is located just nor th of Radium Hot Springs in the beautiful Columbia Valley in British Columbia. Brisco Wood Preser vers second treating facility and Dowel Post plant is located in Peers, Alber ta. Brisco sells treated Poles posts, rails, and we also custom treat a variety of wood produc ts

General Summar y: Repor ting to the Sales Manager, the Pole Truck Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the truck, hauling throughout BC and Alber ta as well as occasional hauls to Saskatchewan, Ontario and the US. This position is based out of the Brisco BC plant site although overnight trips are required on a regular basis

Key Responsibilities:

Hauling treated & untreated Poles from our Brisco or Peers plants to various locations in BC, AB, SK, ON and the US. to customer ’s yards and drop sites Mostly highway and some off highway hauling

Per forming proper safety checks and safe vehicle operation.

• Minor truck maintenance, ser vicing, cleaning and troubleshooting

• Maintain truck logs according to Federal, provincial and company regulations

Qualific ations:

Valid class 1 drivers license

• Clean driver s abstrac t

Minimum 2 years experience operating Log Truck

Self Loader experience an asset

• Ability to read maps and a working knowledge of local road systems

Background in the Forest Industr y a definite asset

Self reliant, organized, motivated and quality oriented

This is a full time position, which offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selec ted for inter views will be contac ted

How to Apply: Please address cover letter and resume to Kellie Tegar t Sales Manager Include a copy of Driver s Abstrac t E-mail pdf file to: epetersen@briscowood.com or Fax to 250-346-3218

Deadline for applic ation is 5:00 pm (MST ) Friday, March 03, 2023

Taft also said he thought the district might find it hard to enforce a bylaw banning single use plastics.

“We have an anti idling bylaw, but we don’t have the means to enforce it. So a lot of people still idle,” he said, wondering if the plastic bylaw would end up being the same.

“It’s one thing to have a bylaw in place to feel good, but are we going to go down to (a local restaurant famous for takeout food) and get mad at them? Are we going to put the resources into actually enforcing it?” asked Taft.

Becker responded that creating the bylaw may in fact amount to just taking “baby steps” but “we still need to do something.... the average citizen in Invermere is, I think, a good person. They will do their role by trying to abide by it (the plastics bylaw), even if we can’t enforce it.” She added that even if not everybody has stopped idling, many people have, and a good number of those who do idle, do it less than they once did. That’s a victory, and makes the anti-idling bylaw worthwhile, outlined

“We need to get it going as a municipality as quickly as possible...We need to do the right thing.”

Kayja Becker, acting mayor at the Feb. 14 Invermere committee of the whole meeting

Becker, adding that plastic bylaw will be similar.

Despite his equivocations, Taft said that if council as a whole wants to implement a single use plastic bylaw, there is no point in waiting for the federal single use plastic sales ban to kick in, as he agreed the federal government is likely to delay such regulations past December 2023.

The Distric t of Invermere is accepting applications for:

• Summer Students to work as par t of our Public Works Staff as Parks Labourers, Gardeners, and to suppor t outdoor events

These are temporar y, full-time positions (40 hours per week) within the CUPE Local 2982 bargaining unit

General Hours of work: (days and hours may var y)

Parks Labourers

• 6:00am – 6:00 pm Monday to Friday with some weekend shifts

• Mondays - 4:00 pm – 12:00 am (Movies in the Mountains events in July & August)

Gardeners

• 6:00am – 6:00 pm Monday to Friday with some weekend shifts

Employment Term:

• Employment will commence in early May and will terminate in late August

Star ting Pay Rate:

• Star ting at $17.65 per hour

Please visit w w w.invermere.net for full job descriptions

These positions will remain open until filled

Distric t of Invermere

Attn: Kindr y Luyendyk, Corporate O fficer

PO Box 339

Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0

Email: corporateser vices@invermere.net

Box 159, 8866 Grainger Rd., Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 • Fax: 250-349-5460 village@canalflats.ca

ACCOUNTING CLERK (PERMANENT FULL-TIME)

Live. Work.

Our community is like no other. As the source of the Columbia River, we are uniquely positioned between the Kootenay River and the Columbia Lake. The Rocky and Purcell Mountains are right in your own back yard. Walk or bike to work and enjoy your weekends hiking, camping, and exploring the outdoors.

As a strong team we are committed to supporting career and personal development. We work with our staff on developing key technical and leadership competencies. We focus on over 18 different areas from leadership to strategic thinking and problem solving.

Summary

The Village of Canal Flats has an immediate opportunity for a full-time Accounting Clerk to work in our main office. The successful candidates will report to the Chief Financial Officer or delegate and be part of a dynamic office team five days per week (35 hours).

Live and Work in our community. Talk to us today about what our community offers.

Position Profile

The Accounting Clerk provides a wide variety of accounting related functions including, but not limited to:

• Accounts payable, accounts receivable, property taxes, and payroll

• Preparation of journal entries and financial reports Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries from staff and the public Performs cashier duties

• Performs related clerical duties such as word processing, maintaining filing and record systems, faxing and photocopying

• Performs other related duties as required

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

General Knowledge of office procedures and protocol

• General computer literacy including good keyboarding skills, preferably with Microsoft Word and Excel

Proven ability to receive and reconcile cash

• Proficiency with financial management software

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• The ability to maintain harmonious relationships with all members of the public and other staff members

Grade 12 or equivalent with three years of general accounting or related experience in the last five years

Preferred Criteria

• Experience working in Local Government finance Experience with Aptean iCity software for municipalities

• Successful completion of college-level accounting courses and certifications

Wage and Benefits:

The position has a competitive salary that will be contingent upon experience and qualifications.

Guest Ser vices Representative 25-32 hours per week, requires working evenings & weekends Customer Ser vice experience an asset but not required Small family run resor t in Radium. Apply in person: R idgeView Resor t, 7274 Radium Valley Rd Or by e -mail: info@ridgeviewresor t ca

Wanted 2 F/T Restaurant Cooks, Rocky R iver Grill, 8888 Arrow Road, Invermere, B C

Permanent, F/T shifts, over time, weekends, days and evenings, $16/hour for 40 hours per week

O ver time after 40 hours

Minimum several years' experience and completion of secondar y school DUTIES: Prepare and cook full course meals, prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, ensure qualit y of food por tions, work with minimal super vision, prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Inspec t kitchens and food ser vice areas Please for ward resume to Justin Atterbur y by fax 250-342-8889 or email: justatterbur y@hotmail com