Polar Plunge a freezing success

By Joanne McQuarrie editor@columbiavalleypioneer.com

A huge number of people plunged into the icy waters in Kinsmen Bay on February 18 to take part in the seventh annual Polar Plunge, a fundraiser fore the Recreation Adapted (RAD) Society.

“Our seventh annual polar plunge was another huge success!” said Ryan Karl, who organized the event with Tanelle Bolt, RAD Society founder.

“Thank you to the 271 amazing people who plunged, and to everyone who donated,” he said, and added this year’ event was the best (they) ever hosted.

Bolt echoed Karl’s gratitude. “Everyone’s enthusiasm towards making this valley, our existing recreation hub, more inclusive to people living with mobility challenges, fills my cup as a person who experiences this lack of resources in my own daily life.”

Karl and Bolt said, “Without the long list of incredible volunteers this community event would not be possible.”

They’re waiting for the arrival of four brand new sledges (with a cost of $6,000) which are versatile for both indoor and outdoor, summer and winter use.

“You can access the existing adaptive cross country ski and all-terrain wheelchair downtown at Revolutions Gear shop. Swing on by if you want to get outside to #PlayYourWay,” the pair invited.

Expression Of Interest

COLUMBIA VALLEY CENTRE (CVC) AUDIO/VISUAL THEATRE TECHNICIAN

The Columbia Valley Centre (CVC) is looking for a contracting business or individuals who are knowledgeable in audio/visual equipment and would have an interest in working with a wide range of rental groups and events.

The District of Invermere has an opportunity for a contractor to operate the Columbia Valley Centre’s audio/visual equipment and to provide technical support and guidance to user groups. Work hours will coincide with shows and events. The successful contractor(s) must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, nights, weekends, and Statutory Holidays.

The contractor will work not only with our Manager of Leisure Services and staff in our Public Works Department, but also with the wide variety of performance experiences in musical performance, live theatre, dance, and special events.

The Contractor shall comply with the safety regulations under the Workers’ Compensation Act and supply their own general public liability insurance and property damage insurance.

The following assets are preferred, but not all necessary:

• Knowledge of analog and digital mixing consoles (Midas, Avid, Allen & Heath etc.) and professional sound systems.

• Knowledge of theatrical lighting & dimmer programming on lighting control console for bands, theatre, performances etc.

• Troubleshooting technical issues and resolving problems quickly when they arise.

• Liaise with the internal team to develop solutions for audio/ video/lighting configurations to meet project requirements.

• Provide exceptional customer service experience to clients and/or venue staff.

• Knowledge of basic video (projectors, laptops, VGA, HDMI).

• Experience working at heights and operating a platform lift. Please let us know if you have certification for working at heights and lift certification.

• May require the lifting of production equipment and backline.

• Monitoring the condition of equipment including lights and sound.

• Provide recommendations for the repair and replacement of equipment.

• Performing preventive maintenance on equipment.

• Other duties as required.

How to Apply:

If this contract is of interest to you, please submit a proposal to the District of Invermere using the contact information below. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

District of Invermere

Kindry Luyendyk, Corporate Officer 914 – 8th Avenue

PO Box 339

Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

Email: corporateservices@invermere.net Tel: (250) 342-9281