Columbia Valley Pioneer, September 20, 2018

The 29th annual Radium Show & Shine saw crisp weather for the hundreds of cars and fans that turned out for the weekend

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were Malea with mom Sabrina Jubinville (top right), and Wyatt, 11, captured polishing his family’s 1983 Chevy pickup (below left).

Photos by Dauna Ditson

VALLEY NEWS

Unsanitary change room conditions exposed at Radium’s hot springs pools

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com

David Lahoda was so appalled when he visited the Radium Hot Springs Pools in August that he filed a complaint with Interior Health. Cracks in the flooring in the mens’ change room were covered with duct tape and the majority of the showers were out of service during his visit.

“Funding shortcuts at the expense of the health and well being of the public patron izing the Radium Hot Springs complex, during current renovations, are unacceptable,” he said. “I have used this facility for 55-plus years. I see it as a jewel of the Rockies, of Parks Canada, of Kootenay National Park and I simply want it to remain that way.”

Juliana Gola, a team leader for Environmental Public Health, said: “Radium is getting older and it’s showing some signs of wear and tear in the change rooms and the showering areas.”

One of her environmental health officers followed up on Mr. Lahoda’s complaint on Friday, August 31st and provided the pool with a report that identified sanitary concerns that need to be addressed.

“Some of the showers were out of order at the time of inspection, the flooring in the change room is peeling and cracking and is not flush in some areas, mostly around the floor drains. Those are the major ones that are outstanding on the infraction report,” Ms. Gola said.

In an email response to Mr. Lahoda, Ms. Gola’s team said they told the pool staff

that duct tape can’t be used to cover tripping hazards and cracks in the flooring. They said the tape, which can do nearly everything else, “is not acceptable for use as it cannot be cleaned and sanitized effectively.”

Ms. Gola’s team instructed the pool staff to rip up the tape, but Julian England, Parks Canada’s chief operating officer for the hot springs, said they didn’t know how else to prevent visitors from tripping until larger repairs are made.

He said the two parties agreed to keep the duct tape MacGyver solution in place as long as staff replace the tape as needed and clean it as best they can.

Mr. England said the facility is required to submit its proposed plan for the repairs to Interior Health by the end of the year. No timeline is in place for the work itself to be completed, but he acknowledged that conditions at the pool are not ideal, that they had already been planning to address the issues and that funding is already allocated for the work.

Ms. Gola noted that the pool water is safe and is being disinfected properly. She said the pool’s safety features and operator records are also compliant with regulations.

“I think in general Radium is showing signs of age and we’re aware of that but there’s nothing that the environmental health officer felt during her inspection that posed a serious physical or health risk to any patrons so that’s why they’re allowed to operate still,” she said. “There’s nothing that would be a critical hazard.”

Until repairs are done, swimmers can wait in line to shower and try to avoid step ping on the tape or cracks on their way to the warm water.

Good wood; Radium lumbers to top prize

By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com

The brand new Radium Hot Springs Centre can add ‘award-winning’ to its name now, thanks to recognition by a provincial wood advocacy organization.

Wood WORKS! BC presented a 2018 Community Recognition Award to the centre Wednesday, September 12th during the annual Union of British Columbia Municipalities meetings, held in Whistler this year.

Lynn Embury-Williams, executive director of Wood WORKS! BC, says Ra dium’s new community hall stood out in the Association of Kootenay Bound ary Local Governments region.

“It’s beautifully set in the landscape, and it’s clearly been designed to fit in that landscape so as to enhance the surroundings as well,” said Ms. Em bury-Williams.

The province-wide awards are presented annually to communities that have been exemplary advocates for work, demonstrated through use of wood in a community project or through visionary initiatives that work toward building a community culture of wood.

“Through their new wood projects, these communities have realized

wood’s many benefits including cost-effectiveness, a reduced carbon footprint and enhancement of their streetscapes through beautiful and expressive new buildings. They have also demonstrated that traditional and new technologi cally advanced wood products and building systems can be used effectively and distinctly in many types and sizes of civic buildings,” Ms. Embury-Williams stated. “It’s exciting to see a community’s wood culture built into their civic projects. We noted this year that many made it a priority to source B.C. wood products and local labour for construction, which deserves recognition, as they are telling the story of their community while helping secure prosperity for all of B.C. and the many communities which depend on forestry.”

Urban Arts Architecture’s Shelly Craig, the primary architect for the proj ect, who worked alongside associate Jordan Edmonds on the design of the building, reports they had a resolution to look at wood first for the Radium building.

“The village has a wood-first policy to try and support the wood industry,” Ms. Craig explains, adding Urban Arts Architecture is well-known for their work with wood.

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RCMP Report

Submitted by Sgt. Darren Kakuno Detachment Commander

Columbia Valley RCMP

past week, September 10th through September 16th the Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 53 calls for ser vice. The following are some of the more notable files our officers responded to.

• On Monday, September 10th, shortly before noon, a two vehicle colli sion occurred at the intersection of Wind ermere Loop Road and Hwy 93/95 in Windermere. A Honda Accord was struck by a Chevy pickup after the Honda Accord pulled onto the highway. Neither driver was injured but both vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

• On Thursday, September 13th, just after midnight, an individual called to report he had an altercation with his friend, after which, his friend took his vehicle without his consent. Police located and arrested the suspect the following day. He was released on a Promise to Appear in court with conditions.

• On Saturday, September 15th, police received a report of a break and enter to a residence in the 1800 block of Benninger Road in Windermere which occurred sometime between September 11th and 13th. Stolen was a microwave, kettle, camera and food. Police seized items for fingerprinting and continue to investigate.

• On Sunday, September 16th at 3:40 a.m., police responded to a disturbance in the 8300 block of Hwy 93/95 near Radium Hot Springs. Upon arrival officers learned a man and woman had a verbal argument and, al though there was no assault, the woman was found to be breaching her conditions by con suming alcohol and being in contact with the male. The woman was arrested for breaching her conditions and released on a Promise to Appear in court.

• Last week I learned someone had con tacted the Columbia Valley Pioneer to report they received a suspicious email claiming to be from Netflix. The email advised the recipient their account information was outdated and prompted the recipient to follow a link to update their information. This is yet another scam and if anyone receives a similar email they should delete the email. Do not follow any of the links or enter any login information, personal information or banking information. If you’re concerned your personal information has been compromised, you should change your password and contact your financial institution.

Last Saturday I attended the Cram the Cruiser event at the Radium Hot Springs Car Show to collect food and cash for our local food bank. I want to thank everyone who dropped by to say hi and make a donation. Your generosity is very much appreciated.

Jumbo’s legal boondoggle continues

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com

The provincial government is appealing the BC Supreme Court decision from Friday, August 17th re lated to Jumbo Glacier Resort.

On Thursday, September 13th, communications official David Karn provided the following statement on behalf of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.

“The Province has determined that it will appeal the recent BC Supreme Court decision to grant a peti tion to Glacier Resorts challenging the decision of the then Minister of Environment that the Jumbo Glacier Resort Project had not been substantially started.”

He also advised that the Ministry will not be able

to comment further “[a]s this matter will be back be fore the courts.”

Tommaso Oberti, vice president of Pheidias Proj ect Management Corporation which manages the re sort project, said he hasn’t seen the rationale for the appeal yet and expressed frustration that “the pattern of delays for the project continues.”

He said he was “very pleased” with the BC Su preme Court judgement in question.

“We thought it was a fairly robust ruling, so we’ll see how it goes,” he said. “We look forward to seeing the process completed.”

Robyn Duncan, Wildsight’s executive director, said the earlier judgement “was a very shocking deci sion for many of us... We are very pleased to hear the decision that the province will be appealing.”

Celebrate BC Rivers Day by stewarding your river!

By Thea Rodgers Lake Windermere Ambassadors

Sunday, September 23rd marks

Rivers Day, a day to highlight the many

Here in the valley, we are incredibly lucky to host the source of the Columbia River and to have good water quality that allows us to swim, drink, and fish in this river. The same cannot be said for our downstream neighbours in Oregon, where toxic pollution and bacteria make the Columbia River unsafe even for swimming in some places.

But because we are right at the source of the river, we also have a collective responsibility to protect its wa ter quality. This week, I want to draw your attention to stormwater, and share some tips for how you can be a better stormwater steward for your river.

What is stormwater?

In this context, stormwater describes large amounts of rain that falls onto hard or paved surfaces (like streets or driveways) then flows into storm drains around town.

From downtown Invermere, stormwater runs across pavement, into drains, and eventually empties straight into Lake Windermere through a culvert. Elsewhere in Invermere, stormwater is directed into drywells, where it seeps back into the ground through perforated well walls. In both cases, the water does not get treated before it re-enters the environment!

Water that enters the lake directly without being

treated can be a source of pollution for our river. Stormwater can carry pollutants such as pesticides, fertilizers, oil, chemicals, heavy metals, bacteria, and garbage if it picks up these contaminants before it flows out to the lake.

Why can’t we just treat it?

Although it sounds like a good idea, attempting to treat stormwater to remove pollutants could be disastrous for Inver mere’s Wastewater Treatment Plant. Storm water appears in high volumes at irregular intervals. If Invermere’s storm sewers were diverted to the treatment plant, it would be swamped every time stormwater ar rived, compromising treatment of raw sewage coming from the sanitary sewer system. This could be worse for the environment than the current arrangement of storm and sanitary sewers.

Re-directing the culvert flow to other drywells in town, then having it disperse into the ground could be a possible future solution because soil can act as a natural “filter” for certain pollutants.

But until that happens, to help protect Lake Winder mere and our river as we enter the fall when rain is more frequent, please remember to never pour anything into a storm drain that you wouldn’t want to swim, drink, or fish in!

I hope that this BC Rivers Day, you get a chance to appreciate the lakes and rivers we are so lucky to have in this area, and to think of more ways that you can help steward our water resources!

If you would like to support the work of the Lake Windermere Ambassadors, you can join us as a member or donate online at www.lakeambassadors.ca.

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Saying farewell to fire crews and fire bans

By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com

Bring on the burn. With campfire bans finally lifted in the Southeast Fire Centre last Friday, September 14th, backyard campfires are allowed once again. Grab a bag of marshmallows, call up some friends and partake in one of our country’s favourite passtimes.

Not everywhere in B.C. is so lucky. There are still massive wildfires burning in a couple other parts of the province, the biggest being Tweedsmuir Complex, an es timated 301,549 hectares. Evacuation orders and alerts are still in place, but the group of fires has shown “little growth” for some time, according to BC Wildfire Service.

Over in our neck of the woods, the Cross River fire updated for the final time Tuesday, September 11th as it is no longer a ‘fire of note’.

In Kootenay National Park, the Whitetail Creek fire and the Wardle wildfire are being observed, which means Parks Canada continues to monitor the fires but they are not expected to spread, given prevailing and forecasted conditions. According to Parks Canada, at the height of the wildfire complex in the park, more than 160 people and 12 helicopeters were working on the blaze.

So overall, we survived another summer of wildfires. The direct hit of wildfire passed over the Columbia Val ley, with no losses of homes or, more imporantly, lives. On behalf of the entire Valley, we at the Pioneer would like to express our thanks to the hardworking firefighters who helped keep us safe. Thank you for facing the flames and winning the battle of the blaze. We are forever grate ful to you.

And to the rest of us, just because the fire ban is lift ed does not give free rein to burn as you wish. Use your fire smarts, keep those flames at a reasonable height, and burn responsibly please.

Ice storm Invermere

The Kootenay Ice brought their fast-action play to

Photos by Dauna Ditson

Rice rises to meet challenge

Dear Editor:

Re. Rice heads to ice at NHL Rookie Camp, August 23rd edition

RT had a great camp. He was at top of fitness testing- no big surprise as he trained hard.

He played 2 of 3 games, against Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks. Unfortunately all the games were blacked out unless you live in Colorado area. RT played his physical role and had impact in both games. In the Anaheim game it was evident that Ana heim players were aware if RT was on the ice due to him being physical. RT also got an assist in both games.

After the tournament RT had a meeting with Joe Sakic, general manager of the Avalanche. He said RT was a very noticeable player and knew his role. Unfor tunately they were having a smaller NHL camp and did not have room for RT.

RT is staying in Colorado and will be heading to

American Hockey League (AHL) affiliation team, the Colorado Eagles, next week for a tryout.

This level of competition is higher than RT has played, while many players at camp already had ex perience at this level or they were top end Major Ju nior players. To think in 2014-15 hockey season RT was playing Jr A (level below Major Junior) as 3rd liner. Now he is playing against the best Major Junior or College - a huge accomplishment. RT still wants more and is willingly to work even harder for it.

RT has had more disappointments in hockey than accomplishments, but it has never stopped his desire to get better. As RT puts it “I have been cut by more teams then I played for.”

As parents we are very proud of his determination to reach his goal.

Rob Rice

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Crews receive a briefing during the Wardle wildfire in Koo tenay National Park August 4th. Parks Canada photo

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Valley votes 2018

To kick off our formal municipal election coverage, we asked all candidates why they have decided to run. Spread throughout this week’s edition, you will find the responses we received (not every candidate opted to submit a response). The Pioneer is running the submissions as received; no editing has been done unless the respondent went over the designated word count.

Invermere

Invermere

I have chosen to keep running for public office as I have enjoyed two terms as a councillor and would like to advance that to Mayor. Invermere is a very special place, and I have had the privilege of living and enjoy ing what we have to offer for the past 30 Years. My goal in public office has always been to help guide our communi ty in a positive direction en vironmentally, socially, and with a strong focus on financial sustainability. In both of my last two terms I have been the elected official sitting on the Lake Windermere Ambassadors, and the Library board. In both of these areas we have strong boards which have made positive impacts, and a pleasure to be a part of. Keeping an eye on our budgeting process is very im portant, and I believe I can contribute ongoing in that process. In saying that I must give kudos to our Chief Financial Officer Karen Cote who does a tremendous job keeping us all up to date, and clear in our financial pro cess. As a matter of fact we have a very good staff in all departments. My hope as Mayor is to spend time with our Management and staff in regular meetings, bringing council and citizen concerns or wants to the table and help guide from the elected official side. I am a proud Valley resident who likes to give back in different ways to help enhance our community.

Al Miller Mayoral candidate

It’s pretty basic. Community and commitment.

Invermere

The upcoming mu nicipal election will deter mine who will be sitting on council, guiding town decisions over the course of the next 4 years.

My reasons for run ning this time are the same as when I last ran 4 years ago - I believe Invermere deserves a candidate who will listen to the views of all citizens, and advocate on behalf of those who are often underrepresented. I want to help our community keep a balanced focus on economical and environmental assets, and ensure that all planning for the future is done

Kayja Becker Councillor candidate

I moved with my young family to Invermere in 1992 as a manager with the BC Forest Service. I held that position through 2006, ulti mately being responsible for the East Kootenay region. In 2006, I assumed the po sition of Provincial Manager for the Ecosystem Resto ration Program also with the Forest Service. Following 35 years in government, I re tired in 2011. Having had a long history in public service I wanted to continue mean ingfully contributing in that role and successfully ran for Town Council in 2011. After being re-elected in 2014, I’m excited to be seeking re-election for a third term as there’s future initiatives for our Council to continue lead ing in our community that I feel I can positively contrib ute to.

Greg Anderson Councillor candidate

We have a wonderful, vibrant community and there are several outstanding action items in the upcoming term that will require Council’s thoughtful, fair and bal anced consideration including: fully operationalizing the new multi-use Community Centre; determining the best future use for the old Community Hall site; securing funding and planning to continue replacing our aging town infrastructure; acting upon the community’s wish es regarding the acquisition (or not) of the vacant Lake Windermere Resort property; continuing to build upon partnerships with surrounding jurisdictions; continuing to reduce the risk to our community from wildfires; and encouraging a locally-based and diverse economy.

Above all - growth, economic development and qual ity of life have to be thoughtfully balanced. We cannot lose sight of that, that’s why we live here and that’s why I’d like to continue being a Councillor!

with the same focus. Since the last time I ran for council, I have become even more immersed in our community and feel that I will be able to bring a fresh perspective to our local government. The decisions council makes can have a profound impact on the lives and livelihood of thousands of people, and I want to be sure that all de cisions made are done with careful consideration of the impact to be had on day-to-day life in this community. We need new solutions to old problems, and forward thinking for future plans.

Being on town council would be a way for me to give back to the community that has supported and encour aged me and my family for years. If elected, I will bring a progressive attitude to decision making that is fuelled by nostalgia for the town we all know and love.

Hello Invermere! On October 20th you will be asked to decide who will lead you through the next 4 years. It would be an honour and a privilege if you will give me the opportunity to be part of that team. I want to give back to this won derful community who has warmly embraced me since moving here. I have been in local government for the past 14 years including Ca nal Flats Council (Councillor & Mayor) and the Region al District of East Kootenay where I recently served 2 years as chair of the Columbia Valley Directors Commit tee. Some of the accomplishments I am most proud of are leading the Village of Canal Flats through some of the darkest times when the mill closed, being part of the original RDEK Directors who implemented the Lo cal Conservation Fund and securing the preservation of Lot 48 on Columbia Lake just to name a few. One of the messages I am constantly hearing is around water quality so I have decided to go back to basics; water, sewer & roads. We will not be able to promote our community or create economic development opportunities if our basic infrastructure is not up to par. However, please don’t hes itate to bring me any other issues that are near and dear to your heart. I am planning to start a door-knocking campaign shortly. In the meantime, check out my Face book page for updates on the election, my campaign and contact information. LET MY EXPERIENCE WORK FOR YOU!!

Invermere

My decision to run for town council was not one taken lightly. I know there may be some heavy debates and tough choices which lay ahead. However, to be a part of the process and help ing to shape our beautiful community over the next 4 years is an exciting oppor tunity. And an opportunity too important to pass up. Having my heart set on get ting involved for some time now, it is only recently that I am able to dedicate the time needed to fulfill the position. With my professional career and personal life allowing the freedoms to be at the ready, I felt there is no time like the present to take action. To throw my hat into the political ring and do my part in moving the community of Invermere towards a long, healthy and sustainable future. In May of 2017, I joined the board of directors for The Lake Windermere Ambassadors. I feel whole heartedly that the lake is our largest asset. And that the health of the lake, is in turn, a direct correlation to the health of Invermere. In the time since joining the LWA, I have learned how long it can take to get things done, but also how sometimes it is not the big things that move us forward. Sometimes, its the little things that have the greater impact.

Shutter bugs

Shawn Ridsdale Councillor candidate

Ute Juras Councillor candidate

Invermere

I have had the honour and the privilege to serve as the Mayor of Invermere for the last ten years, and to serve as Councillor for six years before that (first elect ed in 2002 at the age of 20).

Over the last sixteen years I have had the opportunity to work with many great peo ple, both council members and staff. Collectively we have been able to accom plish many things and help to shape Invermere into the community it is today.

Gerry Taft Councillor candidate

I also served as a Director of the Regional District of East Kootenay for the last ten years and worked with the other elected officials in the Columbia Valley on building regional cooperation and shared services. I also serve as a Director on the Union of British Columbia Municipali ties (re-elected this month).

I have been able to learn a lot about the community, the region, about process and about governance.

For next four years I would like to shift my role on council as I am actively seeking a “demotion” from May or to Councillor. I am looking forward to the opportu nity to help to train and guide new council members, to pass on the corporate knowledge, to continue to use my common sense and logical approach to decision making, and to balance my commitment to community with my work and family life commitments.

Invermere has great potential and future, and I look forward to being part of the next team to help in guiding the community forward.

Invermere

I LOVE Invermere! My oldest son, daughter in law and grand children live here and we have all plant ed roots in this community. Through my volunteering I have connected with many wonderful people of the val ley, around the lake and up the mountain. When the time comes for my retire ment, this is where I wish to be! In the meantime, I look forward to this opportunity to contribute to the present and future of Invermere

As a resident of Invermere for the last 14 years, I have reaped the benefits of living in a small, friendly and car ing community. I want to give back by offering my ded ication, skills and experience to the citizens of Invermere for the next term.

I am thoughtful and a good listener who is informed, analytical and well spoken and will bring these attributes to a seat on District Council. Recognizing that I repre sent you, the voter, it will be my honor to serve you.

Having spent 42 years working full time as a busi ness owner and manager in the construction industry, I know I have relevant experience from which to draw. Since moving here in September of 2004, I have been building new, and renovating existing, homes in the area. Recently I have been building multi family residences, in an effort, to satisfy the need for new, more affordable residences within the district. I wish to continue this ini tiative and convince others to participate in solving our local housing issues.

Richard Unger Councillor candidate

Friends of the Invermere Library presented proceeds from the 11th annual BIG Book Sale held in July to the library. Funds raised by the Friends help the library offer special programs to the community.

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right: Louise Gagne, Pat Conway, Judy Mitchelson, Nicole Pawlak (Library Manager), Elaine Johnson, Lynda Tutty, Karl Conway (Library Board), Donna Forsyth, Betty Anne Goodwin.

Photo by Denise Hoffgaard

I was born and raised in the Columbia Valley, leaving after graduating high school to continue my education. I subsequently married, had a family and started a ca reer in local government. I was employed in that field for approximately 20 years, working my way progres sively through to senior management, continuing my education as I worked.

Throughout my life, I have been very involved in community service from being on the Parent Advisory Council, to elected School Trustee, to volunteering for local community organizations, including the Columbia Valley Community Founda tion and the Christmas Bureau. I see the opportunity of serving as the Electoral Area Director for Area F of the RDEK as a means of continuing to give back to our community.

I want to serve as the Area F representative because I believe we need a strong voice at the RDEK table. My husband Doug and I love our home in Dutch Creek and through my work managing the Columbia Valley Cham ber of Commerce, I’ve come to love the people in our Val ley. I know there are lots of important issues our families face that need the dedicated attention of an experienced representative. Over my life time, I’ve worked in the cor porate world, managed large budgets, and recently I’ve helped the hard-working small business owners here employ as many peo ple as possible. I want to put that experi ence to work for you full time not because

Having worked for a Regional District for eight years, I am very familiar with the services provided by re gional districts. By electing me, you can be assured that you have a representative who is conversant with this form of government, as well as the interrelationships be tween the RDEK and other levels of government.

As your Area Director, I would commit to listening to residents and working hard on your behalf to ensure that residents receive the services which they desire, as well as ensuring that the services currently provided are delivered at an opti mum level based on available funding.

I seek your support on October 20 for the position of Director for Electoral Area F. I would be more than happy to chat with anyone about my candidacy.

I need another job, but because of my passion for helping others. As Chamber Manager for 8 years, people will tell you that I’m a good listener and a hard worker. I’ve learned about the issues up and down the Valley, but I also know there will be new problems to solve, and the opportunity to help fix them excites me. I figure the Area F job is a combination of strong advocacy on your behalf at the RDEK board, plus day to day service help ing you deal with whatever issues come your way. As the Area F Director I will con tinue to work hard, listen, and ask ques tions so we can work together to make the Valley a better place for everyone call home.

I am running for office to encourage voter turnout, emphasize the importance of a non-partisan and inde pendent candidate at the lo cal level, highlight the need for increased transparency in regional government and promote sustainable devel opment.

My work as Area F trustee for both the Invermere (2011 to 2014) and Radi um Hot Springs (2015 to present) libraries has provided me with extensive knowledge of how the regional district functions in conjunction with local municipalities and regional subdivisions.

As secretary of the Columbia Ridge Community Association for five years I became aware of the many concerns of resident and non-resident property own ers in Area F including protection of our lakes and rivers and conservation of envi

ronmentally sensitive lands. The Columbia Lake Stew ardship Society, Lake Wind ermere Ambassadors and the Nature Conservancy of Canada deserve our person al and political support.

As the trustee represent ing the Invermere Public Li brary until December 2014, I sat on the new community hall (Columbia Valley Cen tre) advisory committee. I participated in the discus sions and compromises involving design and accommodation for present and future user groups from around the valley.

Valley-wide projects have become a re ality and involve communication and col laboration. All of our communities need to work together to spend our tax dollars wisely for the benefit of all taxpayers – res idents and non-residents, newcomers and old-timers alike. Business development must be sustainable, include affordable housing options and contribute to main taining the lifestyle we cherish.

BA, B.Ed., MA, Gradu ate Diploma in Translation. Retired Teacher, Translator, Potter, Volunteer

Dawn Attorp Area F candidate

Susan Clovechok Area F candidate

Tom Symington Area F candidate

Out & About

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, September 20th

• 10 a.m.: Pickleball at Pineridge Courts, every Thursday, Saturday and Tuesday.

• 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.

• 1:30 p.m.: 4th annual Rune Barck Memorial Ironman Golf Tournament at the Windermere Valley Golf Course shotgun start. $99 entry includes welcome gift, range balls, golf cart and dinner. Call 250-342-3004 to register.

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

• 7 p.m.: Horseback Archery Club at Luxor Corrals in Spur Valley every Thursday. 250-347-9048 for details.

• 7 p.m.: Columbia Valley Narcotics Anonymous meet at 4878 Athalmer Road every Thursday.

Friday, September 21st

• Invermere Caregiver’s Support Group meets the 3rd Friday of each month. Contact facilitator Leanne Brooks at 250-341-5683 for more information.

• 1 p.m.: Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors Hall, $2. Every Friday and Wednesday.

• 7:30 p.m.: CV Rockies home ice opener! Head out and watch them play the Golden Rockets at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

Saturday, September 22nd

• Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley’s 6th annual Butterfly Barn Dance at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ski Lodge. Tickets $50, include barbecued roast beef dinner, live music with Valley Forged, silent and live auctions. Available at Sobeys, Circle Cafe and Hospice office in Invermere and the Purple Cow in Fairmont.

• Octoberfest at Panorama Mountain Resort featuring Bavarian-inspired food and beers from Fernie Brewing.

• 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Handmade Fall Market at Invermere Home Hardware; items by local artisans and craftspeople.

• 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Farmers and Artisans Market on the grounds of Spilli Station Cafe in Spillimacheen. Every Saturday in September. No charge to vendors. For more information call 250-346-3081.

• 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.: STEAM children’s program at the Radium Public Library. Ages 3-9. The third Saturday of the month.

• 12 - 4 p.m.: Columbia Valley Pride hosts The Pride, a festival celebrating the LGBTQ2IA+ community. The family fun afternoon includes a variety of entertainment, games, face painting, barbecue and local vendors.

• 1 p.m.: 5th annual Columbia Valley Rockies Golf Tournament at Copper Point Golf Club Ridge Course. $100 includes golf, cart and dinner. Check-in 1 p.m., shotgun start 2 p.m. Call 250-341-3392 ext. 1 to register.

Sunday, September 23rd

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

• 10:30 a.m.: Celebrate BC Rivers Day - Paddle the Columbia; Invermere to Radium. Shuttle back to Invermere offered. More info: wildsight.ca/events or email invermere@wildsight.ca.

• 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Windermere Elementary PAC

the second annual Windermere Carnival school fundraiser. Obstacle courses, bouncy houses, inflatable games, and more. Entrance $5 per adult, $4 per child, children under 4 free.

• 1:30 p.m.:

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Sunday.

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Wednesday, September 26th

• 10:30 a.m.: Seniors ‘Chair’ Yoga at Invermere Seniors Hall, $2, every Wednesday.

• 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Rocky River Grill/Kanata Inn.

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

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

Thursday, September 27th

• 2 p.m.: Seniors Tea at the Invermere Library the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. Tea and a light snack is provided over friendly conversation. If you would like to attend but do not have transportation, please contact the library at 250-342-6416.

• 6:30 p.m.: Invermere Public Library presents Walking Workshop with Patti Acheson. Learn the benefits of walking for the Mind, Body and Spirit. Phone to register 250-342-6416.

• Saturday, September 29th

• 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: An Oktoberfest Invermere Farmers and Artists Market in downtown Invermere!

• 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Downtown Invermere Oktoberfest on 13th Street in front of the Invermere Legion. Live entertainment featuring L8 with second band European Touch, playing Oompah-Accordion-Laden Rock music. Enjoy a beer garden run by Invermere Legion, tasty food like giant pretzels, bratwurst and the Hungry Rooster food truck, plus local market vendors and bouncy castles/kids zone.

Monday, September 24th

• 10 a.m.: Shotgun start for the Ram into Fall fundraising golf tournament at the Radium Course. $125 per person.

• 10 a.m.: Senior Singalong Group meets every Monday at Columbia Garden Village.

• 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Baby Goose program at the Invermere Public Library for caregivers and their babies aged 0-24 months. To register for this free program call 250-3426416 or email publiclibrary@invermere.net.

• 6:30 p.m.: Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors Hall, $2, every Monday.

• 7 p.m.: Fairmont and District Lions Club meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at the Lions Den.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Artist pARTy Soiree at Pynelogs Cultural Centre featuring Mountain Encounter Art Show, art from the Canmore creative community. Cash bar and live music. Show continues until October 9th. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, September 25th

• 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Coffee Break at Women’s Resource Centre in Invermere. Free muffins, coffee and tea. The last Tuesday of every month.

• 1:30 p.m.: Needles and Hooks Club at the Invermere Library every Tuesday. Find inspiration and friendship in the company of other stitchers. Bring current projects or start a new one. Refreshments will be supplied.

• 5:30 p.m.: Toonie Tuesdays, $2 entry, participants must be a member of the CVCS. This Toonie Tuesday organized by: Crazy Soles; location: Lake Lillian.

• 5 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre Hub Open House from 5 - 7 p.m. followed by the Windermere Valley Youth Centre Society AGM at 7 p.m.

• 11 a.m.: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort’s Mixed Open Charity Golf Tournament at Mountainside Golf Course. $100 entry ($65 for members) includes cart, dinner, one free drink, entertainment and prizes. Proceeds to STARS Ambulance. Call 250-345-6514 or email Jeremy at jjohnson@fhsr.com or Brittany at bhegarty@fhsr.com to register.

Groundswell Community Greenhouse Hours

Groundswell hours until the end of September:

• Monday and Tuesday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Wednesday and Thursday : 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Honesty Box stocked outside Groundswell Community Greenhouse 7 days a week! Stop by and see what they have available or check Groundswell Network Facebook Page for frequent updates.

Invermere Library Hours

• 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.

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 a.m.

Windermere Valley Museum Hours

• Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Summit Youth Centre Hub Hours

• Wednesday and Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m.

• Friday: 2 - 10 p.m.

• Saturday: 6 - 11 p.m.

I grew up here in the valley, raised my children here and now I am watching them as they raise my grand children here. This valley is our home.

What I valued most about my previous careers here (as a journalist and youth worker) was feeling I was helping to better my community in some way. While I have been on the Advisory Planning Com mission and the Alternate Director for Area G for several years, I now feel strongly I want to take on a role with more first-hand, direct in volvement.

I believe in community. I believe in ensuring vital services are there for all of our residents. My current job is in the ranching industry, and I am fortunate to have employers who are fully behind me in this election.

Local food security, small business opportunities, and our environment are among the things I am com mitted to helping secure and grow, along with ensuring our seniors, youth, families and individuals all know their voice, and their concerns, are being heard.

While I am running for Area G, working with Area F, our municipalities and our local First Nations is critical. Each community within the valley has its own unique qualities and needs, but each is also part of a greater whole. Local businesses and industry also play a huge part in that, as do our local service groups, charities and non-profits.

I look forward to this opportunity, and I wish the best for all the other candidates running.

Thank you.

Born in Saskatchewan, Denny has lived in every province from Quebec to British Columbia.

Denny’s education includes B.Sc (Biol ogy), B.Education, B.Physical Education, a Master’s degree in Administration, and doctoral studies in Marketing Manage ment. He is fluently bilingual in French and English.

My earlier entire work ing life was at the Banff Centre as Grounds Super visor. We purchased our property in the wonderful  community of  Edgewater in 1975 and retired here in 1997 to enjoy the true four seasons and the remarkable biodiversity of the Colum bia Valley.

Representing the com munities and rural areas of Wilmer, part of the Toby Benches , Dry Gulch, Edge water, Brisco and Spillimacheen on the Board of Di rectors of the RDEK for several years now has been an enjoyable privilege. I am running again  for local office    to continue to  work with people both individually and within their communities in  the provision of RDEK Ser vices , Bylaws  and Policies and along with the other Co lumbia Valley Directors  to establish the regional  benefits of a  long range collective Columbia Valley approach to socio- economic  and environmental planning . We have also been  working  constructively  with the local  coun cils of our  Shuswap and Akisqnuk neighbours .

I have acquired a lot of experience in local govern ment in the last ten years and before I retire would like to put that to use in completing a number of  projects and initiatives  including the establishment of a Columbia Valley Recreational Access Management Plan, enhancing the  role of the Columbia Wetlands Stewardship Part ners in protecting the wetlands, establishing the  Colum bia Valley Headwaters  Community Forest, community wildfire mitigation,  and  fostering local food production.

Thanks to the Pioneer , I  look forward to the oppor tunity for furthur  comment in the weeks ahead.

School Trustee

ment committees, junior Olympics, sports marketing, active living, and more recently as workshop facilitator for the Government of Alberta’s Community Development Pro gram focusing on Board Governance in the non-profit sector.

Denny’s career includes: high school teacher in rural Saskatchewan, Executive Director of a National Association in Otta wa, senior municipal government manager in Surrey, BC, professional development training, publisher/ editor of several mag azines, newsletters and reports, college and university professor in Manitoba, Alberta, BC and On tario as well as, medical sales, farming and construction.

Denny has an extensive resume of volunteering from committee member to president at the local through in ternational levels, including residents’ associations, home and school boards, parks and recreation associations, coaching, festivals, local cultural and economic develop

Denny is currently a Board Trustee for the Rocky Mountain School District re sponsible for the educational system from Golden to Kimberley. Denny has served on a number of committees including Fi nance, Policy, Labor Relations, Capital De velopment, and Scholarship.

Denny is married with two children and two grandchildren. He enjoys travel, outdoor activities, sports, movies and com munity engagement.

Denny’s background education and experiences has demonstrated his commitment to lifelong learning and community involvement. He seeks your trust and sup port for a second term as Trustee in Rocky Mountain S.D.

Gerry Wilkie

Area G candidate

Stephanie Stevens Area G candidate

Denny Neider School trustee candidate Electoral Area 3

After finishing post-secondary educa tion, I moved to In vermere to begin my working career. Six teen years have since past, and I am now married and with two children, ages six and eight. Fortunately, they are being raised in the province of British Columbia, where all children are eligible for universal elementa ry and secondary edu cation.

During my career, I have been a member, and chair for various committees reporting to not-forprofit associations. My hope is to be elected to the Board of Education, so that I can apply my brand of leadership, accountability and servitude to the students and faculty of Rocky Mountain School District 6. The decisions made by the board sig nificantly impact the students and careful consid eration must be given to both short and long-term outcomes based on the values and expectations of our community.

On election day, citizens in the District of Invermere will have their chance to actively par ticipate in the democratic process. The opinion of the people is alive and well in our valley, and I am excited to be a part of the political climate.

I look forward to representing you.

School Trustee School Trustee

Greetings, my name is Amber Byklum, I live in Ca nal Flats with my husband and 3 children. My oldest just graduated and is attend COTR in Cranbrook, my other daughter is 14 and a student at DTSS, my young est is 8 and in Grade 3 at Martin Morigeau Elementary.

I have been a Trustee now for 2 terms with a total of 7 years experience on the board, serving as your Board Chair for the last 3.

Amber Byklum School trustee candidate Electoral Area 4

I ran again this term be cause I enjoy the work, and am proud of the work that all of our staff does to ensure the success of  our students from Kimberley to Golden. The success stories of our students is astonishing, their enjoyment and passion for learning is reflected in their successes.

On the provincial landscape, I am the Past President of the Kootenay Boundary Branch of the BC School Trust ees Association (BCSTA), I was a member of the BCSTA By-Law Review Committee, as well as the Branch Rep for the Local Elections Engagement Committee.

Locally, currently I am your Board Chair and am ex-officio to all committees of the Board.

I’m proud to be a school trustee and have enjoyed the learning over the last 7 years, Acclaimed to this position for the next 4 years, I look forward to working with the new Board and creating a District that is focused on our students while ensuring our staff have all the resources they need to create an inclusive and successful environment for every student.

I have chosen to run for public office because I believe in contributing to my com munity. I have been a fulltime resident of Radium Hot Springs since 2012 and have volunteered at the Radium Hot Springs Public Library. I currently serve as Chair of the Radium Library Board. I am also a member of the Radium Rotary and contribute to the community in this capacity as well.

Prior to my retirement in 2012 from the education sector in Saskatchewan, I worked as a teacher, principal, and curriculum leader  in K-12 edu cation for 34 years. My prior experience in education pro vides a strong foundation for my proposed role as a trustee for the Rocky Mountain School District #6.

As your potential school district trustee, I would focus on setting overall direction and allocation of resources to strengthen:

• relationships between the school board and principals, teachers, and other school staff

• communication and connections with educators, par ents, caregivers, and others who have an interest in educa tion

• teaching and school practices in order to support stu dent achievement and wellbeing.

As a mother and a grandmother, I understand the im portance of an excellent education system and the impact on the next generation. I believe I have much to offer in work ing with fellow trustees to support student success through sound strategic planning and responsible fiscal management.

Fairmont, Panorama

the Columbia

Ryan Stimming School trustee candidate Electoral Area 3

Jane Thurgood Sagal School trustee candidate Electoral Area 5

Photo by Joe Lucas

Brewer Creek: a fall classic

By Joe Lucas Summit Trail Makers Society

What is your favourite hike? With so many spectacu lar and memorable hikes in the Invermere area, it is challeng ing to narrow it down to just one choice. However there is one hike – Brewer Creek – that draws me back year after year. If you haven’t done this one yet, now is the perfect time to add it to your to-do list. Though Brewer is a great hike any time of year, the fall colours of the larch and tamarack turn the whole ba sin into a kaleidoscope of greens, oranges and yellows. The best time of the year to catch the larches in their full glory is in the latter part of September. Larches are un usual trees in that they are deciduous conifers: cone-bear ing trees that lose their needles every fall.

Drive 18 kilometres out Westside Road to Hawk Road (13th Avenue turns into Westside Road going south), take a right when you see a large parking area with the Hoodoo kiosk on your right. With a further 26 km to the trailhead, stay on the main dirt road for the next 11 km until you come to a fork in the road. Go straight (the other fork goes left) up a slight hill for 0.5 km before taking a less traveled road going left. There should be a Brewer Creek sign here. Continue on this road to the trailhead.

Late this summer, STMS did some roadwork to im prove the last 6 km. This included leveling rough sections and putting in more water-bars. While a 4-wheel drive vehicle may no longer be necessary, a high-clearance ve

hicle is still recommended to avoid hiking the last 2 km of road. Expect a 60 minute drive to the trailhead from Invermere.

Once on the trail, you gain 460 meters in 4.7 km be fore you get to the first of many tarns (mountain lakes or ponds) in the area. For the first 2 km you parallel Brew er Creek in the trees, gaining 240 meters before break ing out into an open meadow. This is where you start to catch your first glimpse of the spectacular display put on by the larches now turning from forest green to a soft yellow. Upon reaching the first tarn you can either take the trail to the right that will take you down past anoth er tarn before you take the ridge that goes to the top of Mount Brewer. This trail is just over 2 km and gains over 400 meters to an elevation of 2743 meters at the top of Mount Brewer. With the golden larch spread out below you, surveying the surrounding area from the top is truly breath taking. Going left at the first tarn for another 1.5 km will take you up onto a ridge at the end of the valley. From the ridge, looking back to the east you get a great view of Brewer Basin, and to the west you look down on one of the tributaries that feed Mineral Creek. Ev erywhere you look the golden larches provide a dramatic contrast to the clear blue sky of a fall day. With winter just around the corner bear in mind that a warm and sun ny start might give way to chilly temperatures and snow flurries. Packing a down jacket, a toque and gloves will help avoid a miserable hike back to the vehicles. Enjoy your time in the mountains.

Summit Trail Makers Society (STMS) maintains var ious hiking trails in the Invermere area. For a list of these trails and information about them, please visit www.sum mittrailmakers.ca.

Brewer Creek is a beauty any time of the year, though fall holds a particular beauty with the larches in their full glory.

The rainbow colours of fall make their way to the Windermere Valley Golf Course, captured on this blue sky day Tuesday, September 11th.

Photo by Rosemary Clarke

TFSAs are good for seniors

Submitted by Sara Worley & Brendan Donahue Investment Advisors, Manulife Securities Incorporated

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TFSA is not like a Registered Retirement Sav ings Plan (RRSP) where money grows tax-deferred in stead of tax-free. TFSAs are truly tax-free, no matter how long investments are held and how much they grow. For example, if Susan invested $20,000 in stocks within her TFSA and it doubled in value to $40,000, she would with draw the entire $40,000 tax-free. She could also choose to buy different stocks, mutual funds or GICs within the TFSA. Any way you slice it, there is no tax owing on mon ey earned in a TFSA.

Creating income

In the first year or two of existence for TFSAs, some people felt the potential tax savings generated from a $5,000 annual contribution was insignificant and de cided not to open one. These days, the TFSA contribu tion limit for a person who has never invested in one is $57,500, and the annual limit has been raised to $5,500. Higher limits can make TFSAs very beneficial for se niors who supplement their income from their invest ments. For example, if Jim invested $57,500 into se curities that pay 5 per cent annually he would receive $2,875 of interest or dividends. If those investments were held in a regular account, the income would be subject to taxation, but because the investments are in a TFSA, the income would be earned tax-free.

Protect benefits

In addition to creating tax-free income, TFSAs can help seniors preserve certain income-tested benefits. This is because the income earned within a TFSA does not have to be reported to Revenue Canada. Therefore, seniors who re ceive income-tested benefits or programs such as the Guar

anteed Income Supplement (GIS) or BC Fair PharmaCare can help keep their taxable income low by using a TFSA. Perhaps the most common income-tested benefit is Old Age Security (OAS). Those whose net income exceeds $75,910 in 2018 will have some or all of their OAS ben efits clawed back. Utilizing a TFSA to tax-shelter some of their income-paying investments can help people avoid this issue.

How to contribute

Many seniors would like to contribute to a TFSA but aren’t sure where they will get the money. Common ly, seniors will find the answer in their RRSP accounts. For example, Nancy lives off her pension and over the years has amassed $100,000 in her RRSP. The funds in her RRSP are not needed to supplement her lifestyle but are earmarked for vacations and large purchases instead. Nancy is now at the age where she will have to convert her RRSP to a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) and start taking withdrawals from the account. On $100,000 Nancy would have to take $5,280 as income at age 72. Nancy could choose to direct the funds to her TFSA as a contribution, in the form of cash or an exist ing stock or mutual fund in-kind. That way, she wouldn’t have to sell and re-buy an investment she likes. The invest ment would continue to grow tax-free within her TFSA. This is a good strategy because it gives Nancy a way to get money into her TFSA without negatively impacting her lifestyle.

Final thoughts

There are many ways to take advantage of a TFSA no matter what your age or financial situation. For seniors the advantages are many, including the potential for low er taxable income and the preservation of income-tested benefits. If you are wondering how to best use a TFSA for your personal situation, speak to your financial advisor or accountant who will be happy to assist.

The rate of return is used only to illustrate the effects of compound growth and is not intended to reflect future value of the mutual fund or returns on investment in the mutual fund.

Seniors see smorgasbord of social gatherings

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com

The Invermere Senior’s Hall is hopping this fall.

In addition to holding an upcoming concert with local musicians, the centre is working to expand the number and variety of opportunities for seniors to enjoy to gether.

“We’re trying to do more things,” said volunteer and board member Gerriann Do nahue. “We’re just trying to build up for the seniors so that there’s something happen ing every day at the Senior’s Hall during the week.”

On Wednesday, September 26th, the hall will ring with the sounds of the good old days.

Kurt Reichel and Bill Cropper will perform 50s, 60s and 70s music.Tickets are $10 and are available at The Trading Post Specialty Foods.

“We will be serving refreshments... We plan to have a good time,” said Ms. Dona hue.

With the addition of the concert, a new yoga class, a game time and more, the activities schedule is packed for the fall.

“There are so many seniors in the Valley... that are in their homes and often are isolated within their homes but if you have activities that they can come to then that gets them out mingling with other people,” Ms. Donahue said.

The fall calendar includes the following weekly activities:

• Mondays – a fitness class and carpet bowling

• Tuesdays – a variety of games and a monthly lunch

• Wednesdays – yoga, bridge and crib

• Thursdays – a fitness class with the potential for floor curling if there are enough participants

• Fridays – bridge and an intergenerational project where the seniors volunteer with a kindergarten class

The activities at the Senior’s Hall are designed to provide a buffet of options.

“You’ve got to keep your body healthy and you need to keep your mind healthy and so we’re trying to offer things that do both,” she said.

FireSmart Program

We are pleased to welcome Rick Fowler as our FireSmart Assessor. Rick is a member of our Fire Department and a First Responder. Rick is available to work with property owners in the Village of Radium Hot Springs to assess the wild re risks on their properties and to advise on actions that property owners can take to reduce those risks. Rick will be initiating contact with the owners of properties that may have a high risk of wild re. He will also be available to perform FireSmart assessments upon request.

If you would like to schedule a FireSmart assessment of your property, please contact the Village o ce at 250-347-6455.

“This was a very special project for our office, because it was a community-led, community-driven project,” she continues. “At the very beginning of the project, we had a wood stakeholders meeting. That meant before we even started the design process, we had people in construction come and tell us what they could do. We garnered a lot of wisdom and insight into what could be built locally.”

She says they affectionately call the Radium Hot

Springs Centre the ‘100 mile building’, as they tried to maximize the skills, labour, and resources from the Val ley itself. The hall also boasts B.C.’s first dowel-laminated timber roof structure.

Radium Hot Springs Mayor Clara Reinhardt says the new community hall has matched the vision set out at the start of the whole process and she could not be more pleased with the final building, or the award recognizing the intentional use of wood in the structure.

“It exceeded all expectations,” said Ms. Reinhardt.

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New FireSmart Assessor, Rick Fowler

Photo by Dauna Ditson

Be a star on, and off, the links at golf fundraiser

By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com

Dress in your best duds, bring your

spirit, and sign up for the second annual Mixed Open Charity tournament,

money for STARS Air Ambulance at Mountainside Golf Course in Fairmont Hot Springs.

Jeremy Johnson, head professional at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, says STARS was a great cause to choose as the fundrais er recipient for this annual event, which launched in 2017.

“It’s one of those things that’s forefront in our minds, and affects a lot of people in our Valley,” said Mr. Johnson.

Entry to the tournament gets you a round of golf including cart, dinner, enter tainment and prizes, a silent auction and more.

Teams of one male and one female reg ister to play the tournament, which is divid ed nine holes scramble, nine holes alternate shot.

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is offering prizes for different levels of golfers, for best-

dressed, some on-course competition like closest to the pin and longest drive. There will be a silent auction featuring lots of great items, and a 50/50. Dinner is included in ticket price and will be held at the Moun tainside clubhouse.

Last fall was the first year for the tour nament, which drew about 120 players out and raised $5,400.

“We weren’t really sure what to expect last year,” Mr. Johnson remarked. They were thrilled with the amount raised, and STARS representatives told them that amount is enough to actually cover one full flight for the nonprofit air ambulance association.

“$5,400 is the magic number to fund a flight. Essentially that one tournament was enough to save somebody’s life,” remarks Mr. Johnson. “We’re hoping we can build on that success and make it even bigger this year.”

Registration is $100 per person, or $65 for members. It takes place Saturday, Sep tember 29th, with tee-off at 11 a.m. For more information call 250-345-6514, or email jeremy Johnson at jjohnson@fhsr. com.

Car craft

River, 5, giggles at the thought of making his own entry for the car show during Radium library’s craft time Saturday, September 15th.

Photos by Dauna Ditson

ha you in the last 3 4 years ive been asked by a dozen or so people to run. so i thought what the  here i am ?  ha the people no me here well wiether it be good ro bad id like to think that i could help yous  over time here ive heard at lot of good and bad things.  seems that most are not so good so to get me more on the right track  lets slow down and get your opions together  start at the worst and count up hopefully you people can make it better for you  im no politition but there is a lots of savy people here to learn from  i would lke the people to more run things  i will help implement them  your opi ons count im for you not me  thanks for reading

Canal Flats

I have lived in Canal Flats for over 20 years. I love this community! I believe in the people, and have earned the trust of many here that I can honestly say are good friends.

The answer is very sim ple. Change is inevitable, it is up to us to decide its path. I see a bright future for Ca nal-Flats

This is why I stand for my town.

My husband and I moved to Canal Flats over 34 years ago. We raised our three girls here, operated a business for 17 years, and have both served as Council lors. I am dedicated to fos tering the community that makes living in Canal Flats so special.

I am seeking another term as Councillor in the Village of Canal Flats be cause our community needs leaders who have an appreciation for the special place we live in. The sense of community at the Civic Center this weekend convinced me this is what I need to do, again.

There will be issues in the upcoming years that will require thoughtful, fair and balanced decisions. I have the courage to ask the hard questions. I will listen to your concerns, and I will continue to research and carefully assess each issue presented to Council, as I have done in my last two terms serving our Village.

Last year Council was able to secure funding to re write our Official Community Plan - the vision for our town. Thank you to all that showed up for the public engagement sessions. My hope is that we can continue to collaborate on a vision that will guide us to a prosper ous future. The decisions we make today will affect us for years to come. I am committed to ensuring that Council is guiding our Village towards its best possible future.

I have volunteered in nearly every capacity hold ing positions as Atom Hock ey Coach, Referee, Minor Hockey President, Winter Club President, Councillor for the last four years, and have additionally sat on many advisory boards and com mittee’s in the Village.

I am running for the po sition of Mayor to provide leadership to my communi ty. As a semi retiree, in good health and young at heart, I have the time and expertise essential to prepare our Vil lage for a great future.

Karl Sterzer Mayoral candidate

I have continually done my best to better the town wherever I could by investing here, fixing / cleaning up old buildings, starting business’s, financing residential homes, start ups, and mentoring whenever asked.

I believe we desperately need to create attainable homes for young families, build safe secure programs / structure for the retention of our seniors, and channel a future that will allow our youth to return home to work, live and flourish.

I have learned a-lot over the last four years, and believe that I have earned the respect of constituents, Mayor Juras, my fellow council members, and staff. I am passionate about this community, and believe that the next four years needs a solid leadership group to guide steady positive growth in the community, while maintaining our small town charm. I am a relentless ambassador of Canal Flats because I believe that it is one of the best places in the world.

Prior to my current semi-retirement, I was the Administrator for the Vil lage of Canal Flats for five years and have been an Ad ministrator or Treasurer in other British Columbia municipalities for over 40 years. I have experience in planning, applying for and securing grants, and in budgeting, community engagement, fire departments, parks and arena operations. As a budget ex pert, my primary goal was always to keep property taxes at a reasonable amount.

During my time with the Village, I was instrumental in acquiring grants of over 3 million dollars for planning, upgrading the arena, paving roads, beach upgrade, eco nomic development and improving the Village offices, and was able to engage the Regional District to change the operating and capital cost of our arena so that the entire Columbia Valley now pays the majority of its costs.

It is time for new faces on Council, to develop im proved listening to community members and keep them current on what is going on in the Village, including the former sawmill lands. There are long-term plans for that area that will increase employment along with residen tial and commercial development. This will take a tre mendous amount of effort as we consider all options and work together on this and other vital matters concerning our community.

I am proud to be a long time resident of the Village of Canal Flats, as it has been home for over 50 years.

Gayle and I raised our children here, and now they are raising their children here, such a great family community.

My career in the local forest industry spanned 38 years, and I am currently serving the valley as a PCP Paramedic with BCAS.

I also volunteer with the local Fire Department as a First Aid responder.

Our small town has a good solid base, we have a number of services available to us already.

However, we have great opprtunity for future growth ahead of us; it takes all of us together to maintain our sense of community, one of our best features.

I want to be a part of this community’s future, and will do my very best to move it forward.

I am seeking a third term on Council for the Vil lage of Canal Flats.

Over the last 7 years I have gained a lot of insight into how Civic Governance works and how to be a pro active and effective Council lor.

This is important be cause our Village is going through an unprecedent ed, unbelievable upheaval unlike any seen in its 100+ years of existence. The changes that are about to happen will require prompt, thoughtful, informed and well con sidered input by both Council and staff to ensure that the people who live here now, and those who will move to Canal Flats as our Village grows, plus businesses, both established and new, are able to take advantage of the opportunities presented.

That will mean: Clear concise Strategic Plans - both long and short term.

:Detailed budgets - meaning best value for dollars spent and scrutiny by Council to ensure goals, budget targets and work projects are met and completed.

I am confident that with my experience, dedication, and work ethic, I, as a Councillor, will have a positive influence on meeting these objectives and make Canal Flats be: “The Best Place it Can Be.”

Brian Woodward Mayoral candidate

Gord Donaldson Mayoral candidate

Paul Marcil Councillor candidate

Canal Flats

Bill Lake Councillor candidate

Canal Flats

Marie Delorme Councillor candidate

Canal Flats

Benoit Charbonneau Councillor candidate

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Canal Flats

I grew up in Canal Flats attending both Martin Morigeau Elementary and Canal Flats high.

I have strong personal and family ties to the log ging and mining industries.

I’m a father of a won derful son that is attending Martin Morigeau school as I work as a mechanic.

Golfing with the hockey team

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com

The fifth annual Columbia Valley Rockies Golf Tournament will match hockey players with teams of golfers to hit the greens and get to know one an other.

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• An opportunity to support residents of our com munity, particularly young families and seniors, so they can have a fulfilling life living in Canal Flats.

above information are the basic reasons for wanting to run for office. Both Daneve and I have spent much of our vacation lives in the Columbia Valley going back to the mid 1950’s when our parents first brought each of us here and we continued that tradition through to today enjoying the Valley with our own children and grandchildren.

Being active in my community has been something I have done over my lifetime as a commitment I have towards giving back. I considered running in the pre vious election but felt I needed to learn more about my community of Canal Flats. This is now my opportunity to be involved.

Now that Canal Flats has a wonderful opportunity to grow and succeed I see my skills and experience as very beneficial to making sound decisions for the best interest of the Village.

Thank you for the opportunity to represent my views.

I’ve lived in this town for 40 years, I’ve done my part. Lately the people that get on the board are on there for the wrong things. They’re voted in by the people and they don’t work for the peo ple. They want the council to represent the people.

Roy Webb Councillor candidate

I have a very strong sense of community as hav ing being part or our annual Flat Fest was a complete honor and am still riding  that beautiful wave - that sure seems to obviously bring our community closer.

We are one of the highest taxed communities in the entire valley - that concerns me and how this happened!

Canal Flats

I first visited Canal Flats over six years ago. I was immediately captured by the mountains and nat ural beauty surrounding the village, and knew this was where I wanted to make my home. In 2012 after raising my son Taylor and sending him off to play Junior Hock ey, I retired from my 26 year career with the Federal Government as a Human Resources professional and moved to Canal Flats.

Kimberly T Swerdferger Councillor candidate

I began employment in the tourism industry and quickly realized that I enjoyed working with public and meeting people. It was this enjoyment of meeting new people that moved me to volunteer with the Canal Flats Community Society and Volunteer Fire Department. I made many lasting friendships and grew to understand the strong sense of community that exists within the Village. This sense of community is why I am running for Coun cil. I believe that I can bring new energy and ideas to the table while still maintaining the underlining values of the community. I am proud to call Canal Flats home and will be a positive voice for the residents of the Village.

One hockey player will join each group of golf ers for the competition, which will take place on Saturday, September 22nd at the Copper Point Golf Club on the Ridge Course.

“I’m excited that it provides a great opportunity early in the season for the Rockies to enjoy a round of golf and also they get to spend time with their supporters and raise funds for the team,” said Trac ey McMann, the chairperson for the event. “It gives them an opportunity to interact with their support ers and their fans and also to help as well – to give back to the team.”

Additional competitions will take place during the event, including a putting contest and a hockey shootout.

“I think (participants) will get a really fun day and they’ll get to meet their local team,” she said.

The entry fee of $100 includes golfing, use of a golf cart and a dinner.

There will also be a silent auction at The View Restaurant which is available to participants and members of the public. The auction will be open un til just before the dinner.

“Anybody can come in during the event and bid on any of the items that have been donated,” Ms. McMann said. “Come up and see the silent auction items. There’s going to be some cool stuff.”

The auction will include items from From Scratch: A Mountain Kitchen and Kicking Horse Coffee as well as zipline rides and more.

“The support of the community has been amaz ing so far so that’s been really nice,” she said.

All proceeds will go to support the Rockies in their 2018/2019 season.

To register for the tournament, call Copper Point Golf Club at 250-341-3392 extension #1.

Douglas McCutcheon Councillor candidate

Todd Rotvold Councillor candidate

Canal Flats

Regional District of East Kootenay

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The

Bylaw

Bylaw

Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992-Amendment Bylaw No. 340, 2018 (Columbia Lake / 1817796 Alberta Ltd.)” will amend the designation of DL 7548, KD except the Kootenay Central Railway Right of Way as shown on Plan 1203 and Plan NEP86226 from A-1, Rural Resource Zone, A-2, Rural Residential (Country) Zone and RES-2, Resort Recreation Zone to R-1, Single Family Residential Zone and SH-2, Small Holding Semi-Rural Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort - Pine Room 5225 Fairmont Resort Road Fairmont Hot Springs, BC Wednesday, September 26th, 2018 at 4:00 pm

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F and Electoral Area G and the Village of Canal Flats.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing:

• inspec t the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from September 7, 2018 to September 25, 2018 between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays;

• mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown below;

• present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING.

All submissions will form part of the public record and will be published in a meeting agenda posted online. Personal contact information such as phone and email will be removed from written submissions. Questions about the disclosure of your personal information may be referred to the Corporate Officer at 250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335.

This notice is not an interpretation

the

Technician, at 250-489-0306,

free at 1-888-478-7335, or email tvandewiel@rdek.bc.ca.

Our Mayor & Council will be elected by acclama tion this October, so there won’t be a vote in Radium. As I won’t be campaigning, I want to share some of the best qualities I’ve seen in the other elected officials I’ve met this year to help you make decisions about the candidates running in your community.

Thought process: “How” a candidate thinks is far more important to me than “what” they think on any particular issue. Look for someone you’d bet on to make the right decision before you even know the question.

Sense of community: I look for peo ple who, by their very nature, make their community a better place. I’m skeptical of people who found this desire at the same time they decided to run for office.

to change their mind: This char

acteristic is unfairly used to besmirch someone’s reputa tion, but I think people who have the courage to re-eval uate their stance based on new information end up with the best opinions.

Solution oriented: It’s easy to point out problems, but I’d look for people who present well thought out solutions that consider the complexity of the real world.

Team player: Working on council forces a lot of interactions. Bullies and introverts both will find their personalities make it difficult to be effec tive.

Big picture: While a single issue can be motivating for some candidates, the responsibilities of local government are rounded and involve balancing the com munity’s many needs.

Good luck to all the candidates run ning this October!

I have chosen to run for councillor because I want to help Radium re main a great community to live, work in or visit.

Our migration to the Columbia Valley began 14 years ago when we pur chased a cedar log cabin in Banff National Park. The cabin was lovingly relo cated and restored in Ra dium. Several years later, after selling a business I was operating, it was an easy decision to move to the Village full-time.

From a young age I have believed that community service was honorable and made time to volunteer despite a busy career and family obligations. After retiring to Radium, it was natural, with more free time, to seek volunteer and ser vice activities.

I have been a member of the Radium

Rotary Club since 2010, serving as President for three years and treasurer for four years. While president I championed Rotary Gar dens, now a popular village asset, and continue as chair of the Garden Committee.

I am also a member of the Columbia Valley Commu nity Economic Develop ment Advisory Committee. My undergrad studies were in political science and I have been active politically since mov ing to Radium; as a director of a local federal riding association and director/ president of a local provincial riding as sociation.

Communities improve when citizens step-up and take responsibility for mak ing their community better. I welcome the opportunity to contribute as council lor.

Logan (incumbent), Tyler McCauley (incumbent), and Dale Shudra. Also elected already by default are School Trustees Amber Byklum (incum bent) and Jane Thurgood Sagal. - Lorene Keitch

Radium

I have been interested in politics for as long as I can remember, including reading the Calgary Herald at age 10. Serving on Vil lage Council for the last ten years has been a learning ex perience, interesting, and rewarding. Being Mayor has provided me the oppor tunity to work with other Columbia Valley leaders, as well as broadening my horizons to the Regional District, the Kootenay Boundary Area and Provincially. It is hard to imagine a world where we aren’t all connect ed in some way. Reg and I chose Radium Hot Springs as our permanent home after being nomadic for 30 years. The mountains, wildlife and golf were the big draws, but becoming a part of the community has been amazing. Standing for office is one way to give back and that is why I continue to serve.

I thank my supporters, and all residents of Radium for the opportunity, and hope to earn their continued support for the next 4 years.

Mike Gray Councillor candidate

Dale Shudra Councillor candidate

With only four candidate positions and one mayoral position to fill, all Ra dium candidates have been acclaimed. Your new Radium Hot Springs Council consists of Mayor Clara Reinhardt (incumbent), Mike Gray (incumbent), Todd

Clara Reinhardt Mayoral candidate

PERSONALS

74 year old retired single man seeking lady close to my age for friendship and companionship. 778-517-5413.

GARAGE SALE

Little yard sale, two or more families. Saturday 22nd, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clearing out shed, closets, didn’t-use-it-for-2 years, don’t-need-multiples, good clean stuff. 1721 13 Ave (Westside Road), half way between Laird/Eileen Madson.

ANNOUNCMENTS

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.

ANNOUNCMENTS

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. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.

CHEERS & JEERS

Cheers to Dean for keeping the WVGC Men’s Club organized and running efficiently during his term as president. As pastpresident, you’ll now have more time to enjoy working on your game.

CHEERS & JEERS

Cheers to whoever pushed for the paving of Windermere Loop Road. What a great way to show you care about your community!

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS to Cabin Care for your prompt attention to our Edgewater Community Hall. Well done!

CHEERS & JEERS

HUGE CHEERS to Kerry and Diane and their paint brushes! These true community volunteers have brightened and refreshed the Edgewater Community Hall exterior sides while a contractor looked after the front of the building. Much appreciated!

THANK YOU

Jeers to the local contractor who took a substantial amount of money from a senior and never delivered or installed the AC unit for our home in Castle Rock, making excuses after excuses. No wonder we lose faith in local contractors.

Cheers goes out to Sol Kirk. Not only did he win the 4th Annual Radium Bike Club Steamboat Challenge, September 11th, he also set a new course record with his effort.

Wilder, Myrtle Gladys (nee Ede)

August 12, 1932 –

September 7, 2018

Surrounded by her family, our beloved mother passed away on Friday, September 7, 2018. She will be forever remembered by her ve children Lloyd (Sue), Val (Tom), Dale (Toril), Diana (Paul) and Dan (Rita) as well as her ten grandchildren Mathew, Christine, Tammy, omas, Tamara, Makayla, Ryan, Blair, Lindsay and Allison and her sixteen special great grandchildren. Myrt was predeceased by our father, Curtis in 1984.

Born in the Windermere Valley, Mom was the youngest of six children born to Ernest and Winnifred Ede. Mom married dad in 1951 and they spent the early years of their marriage in a logging camp in the Kootenay Park where their rst set of twins as well as Dale was born. ey moved to the Town of Invermere in 1958 where they welcomed their second set of twins. Mom’s greatest joy was her family. She also loved golf, bowling, curling, bingo, bridge, a competitive game of crib, knitting and baking. We will all miss her homemade bread! Mom was a member of the Legion, Lions club and a Chartered Member of the Fairmont & District Lions club where she did countless hours of volunteering.

A private graveside service for Myrtle was held at the Fairmont Cemetery at 11 am on Saturday, September 15, 2018. A celebration of her life followed at the Mountainside Golf Course in Fairmont Hot Springs.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be o ered at www.mcpherson .com

Jeers to communities that not only do not enforce bylaws to ensure the safety of their residents but don’ t even bother to investigate unsightly property and fire concerns. Good thing we pay taxes for this customer quality service.

A Decade of Cheers to Wendy Booth, our Area F Director. No one could have worked harder and accomplished more for us. We were fortunate that you have always had our backssomething tells me that you always will! Though I am not a conservative, I have now bought a membership to support you in October. Your caring for us is greatly appreciated!

Double Cheers to the Staff of the Shuswap Band for the good organization for the Salmon Festival Celebration, which was enjoyed by all the people.

On behalf of the Myrtle Wilder family we would like to thank all the doctors and nurses, community care staff and all the staff at the Invermere & District Hospital, Ivy House and the Columbia Gardens for their exceptional care of mom while she was there. A special thanks to Dr. Page for caring for mom over the years. Thank you all to her wonderful friends for years of joy you brought to her life! Again, Thank You from her children and families.

PARK MODEL/LOT FOR SALE

2010 General Coach 41’ Park Model and Site #26, located in Creekside in the Canyon (www. creeksideinthecanyon.com), Radium, B.C. excellent condition, 1-bdrm, full kitchen, W/D, TREX decking and much more. Asking $179,900. Kijiji ad# 1369689416 call/text 1-403-813-6019.

SERVICES

Columbia Valley Turf: Your lowest price, your best turf. Established in 2000. Call 250-344-2419.

Sponsored by

Banham,

THANK YOU

I would like to thank all who wished me well on my 100th Birthday. A special thanks to the people who arranged the parties. Where invitations were sent, some old friends may have been missed. For this please blame my aging memory loss.

LOST AND FOUND

LOST: A white gold wedding band that has diamonds set flush into the band attached to a white gold chain necklace, on Saturday, Sept. 1st. Possibly lost at Sobeys, Petro Canada or across the street from the Bakery. Great sentimental value. Call or text 1-403-818-3172 if you have any information.

LOST: 36-inch chainsaw bar. Possibly around Arrow Road intersection. Please call Dan at 250-409-4058.

FOUND: Buck knife just off the Palliser Rd. near km 31. Call Michael 250-347-9338.

LOST AND FOUND

FOUND: Key with elastic on it. Found in the old Community Hall Parking Lot. Call The Pioneer 250-341-6299 ext. 101 to claim.

FOUND: Single Hiking pole, back end of Cochran Ck. Call Michael 250-347-9338.

LOST: On Columbia Lake (river) small blue sailboat. Call 250342-5215.

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.

Garage for rent, central Windermere. 2 bays plus outside storage space. Easy access, unheated. $275/mo. 250-3428662.

COMMERCIAL SPACE

Prime Corner lease or sale Opportunity. Downtown Invermere. Beside Farmer’s Market, 1780 sq. ft. - March 1st, 2019. Call 250-342-1249.

Two Spaces for rent 1,500 sq. ft. space and 2,000 sq. ft. space in Meadowland Art Works building. 4884 Athalmer Rd. Phone 250-342-3388.

OFFICE SPACE

1313 - 7th Ave. Prime second floor office space, complete with off street parking. 1735 sq. ft. office, 1 - 1,167 sq. ft. office. Can be divided into two offices 1 - 710 sq. ft. + 1 - 457 sq. ft. Prime ground floor office/retail space, complete with off street parking. 2,425 sq. ft. Call for availability 403899-9480 or carykienitz@ rockypeakent.com.

PRIME Bookkeeping has a professional office space for rent. This great space and location includes a shared printer, fresh coffee and friendly co-workers. Call for more information 250342-2655.

COMMERCIAL SPACE

Prime commercial space, complete with industrial bay and off street parking. 108 Industrial Road #2, 2,000 sq. ft. unit. Available Oct. 1st. 403-899-9480 or carykienitz@ rockypeakent.com.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED

Older responsible male looking for an apartment or condo to rent in Radium for five months: December 1, 2018 to April 30, 2019. Please reply to cch3@ telus.net.

SUITE FOR RENT

Timbermont, 2-bdrm basement suite with private entrance and parking. Kitchen, washer and dryer in suite. $1,250/ mo all included. No smoking, preferably long term. Call 250341-5053.

Windermere, bright, 2-bdrm, lower unit in quiet 4-plex with beautiful views, large yard area, separate parking + entrance, N/P, $750/mo + electricity + D.D. Available immediately to mature, responsible tenants. References required, call/text: 587-224-3132.

SUITE FOR RENT

Renovated large, bright, 2-bdrm basement suite in downtown Invermere. Private entrance and enclosed patio, five appliances, N/S, N/P, $950/mo + utilities. 1 year lease. Call 403-874-0483.

HOUSE FOR RENT

Invermere 4-bdrm, 2 bath. Near schools. Available Oct. 1st. $1,800/mo + utilities + D.D., N/P, N/S. References required. Call 403-246-6680.

2-bdrm house for rent. October 1, 2018 - April 15, 2019. Maximum 2 mature adults. Stunning Lake View. Furnished. $1,500/mo. Includes utilities. Reply to deis@sasktel.net.

For rent 1,200 sq. ft. duplex in Radium Ridge, some furniture, 2-bdrm, 2 baths and laundry on one level, double attached and large deck. Fire pit, reasonable rent, $1,250/mo. 1-306-9217885 Bob.

For rent in Invermere, 2-bdrm home, 2.5 baths. Heated Garage, fenced yard. To apply or for more info, send pertinent info to wincreek@shaw.ca. Reference required. $1,600/mo + utilities.

HOUSE FOR RENT

Edgewater 4-bdrm post and beam home, fall/winter rental, minimum 2 months, reasonable rent negotiable. 1-587-5776789.

Indian Beach Estates Home for Rent. 4-bdrm, 2 bath home beautifully furnished with open concept kitchen, dining and living room up, family room and utility room down. Amenities include access to beach, marina, tennis courts, playgrounds and fenced garden. Pets negotiable, no smoking. Available October 1st. $1,500/mo. + utilities. 587830-5800.

5-bdrm house for rent, NO PETS, non-smoking, looking for responsible long-term renters (1 year). Close to hospital, large yard, single car garage. $2,100 + utilities (must be put into your name). Some furniture included. Please email at kerbearurqu@ gmail.com or text 403-560-5086 if interested. Please don’t call if you have a pet. Available midNovember.

CONDO FOR RENT

Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm fully furnished condo, newly renovated and upgrades, indoor pool, hot tub. $840/mo includes cable/Wi-Fi. Call or text 403281-3991.

1-bdrm Akiskinook corner unit. $1,100/mo. No pets. 403 5618937.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

ELKHORN COUNTRY ESTATES

Only 1 acreage left in phase 2, 5.3 acres, water well up to 30 gallons per minute, no building commitment. $199,000 + GST. Phone Elkhorn Ranch 250-342-1268. www.elkhornranches.com.

HOUSE FOR SALE

Up to $15,000 Cash Back Brand New Home in Radium Must be 1st time home buyer or moving to Valley

Get up to $15,000 back from your home purchase

You will need mortgage approval to purchase home. Call 250-341-7448 for details.

Raymond Blanchard Crook

HOUSE FOR SALE

Must see House for Sale 4-bdrm, 1.5 bath. Large 2.5 acre fruit treed lot. Garage and out buildings in Edgewater. Call 250341-1538.

MISC. FOR SALE

Round kitchen table with four chairs and a dining room table with four chairs. $100 each O.B.O. Call 250-342-3216.

MISC. FOR SALE

TENDER ZEHNDER BEEF

Natural local beef, free of antibiotics and hormones. Government inspected, locally processed. Raised on the open range west of Lake Windermere. Halves and quarters ready for delivery. Call John Zehnder 250688-0713.

In Ear Hearing Aids Bernafon Suite 9 ITCPD. Purchased 2017/02/03. Costco $3,000. Used only 6 months. First $1200 (firm) takes them. For Your Use only. Not sold for reselling. Includes cleaning kit & 18 batteries. 250-341-1125.

For sale stackable full size Frigidaire washer and dryer, $250. 250-342-1354.

4 Pirelli Winter Tires on VW Alloy Rims. 205/55 R16 M&S. $600. 250-347-9695.

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

FIREWOOD

Pine Firewood. Pine available. Call 250-342-1586.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

2002 Kawasaki 1500 Nomad FI, 21,000 kms. Metallic pearl beige, regularly serviced, complete serviced 21,000 kms. New battery, extras, $4,500. 250-342-0152.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

2008 Ford Focus, 2 door, black, Grandma driven causing a few scratches and dents. 98,000 kms, well maintained, new battery, new tires, $4750. Call 250-3425727.

FITNESS

Zumba Fitness-Julie Parent Zumba Fitness Classes begin Wednesday September 19th at J.A. Laird Elementary School Gym. Classes run 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. For more information, please contact Julie Parent at 250-3415474 by phone or text. And Checkout my Facebook page.

Zumba Fitness-Julie Parent STRONG by Zumba HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) classes begin Tuesday September 18th at J.A. Laird Elementary School Gym. Classes run from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Please note this is NOT a Zumba class. This class contains no dance movements and is a High Intensity Interval Training program that is designed to push you to your limits. If you like to challenge yourself in every way – this is the class for you. Check out a demo of this class at Strongbyzumba.com. For more information please call Julie Parent at 250-341-5474 by phone or text.

RV LOTS FOR SALE

Radium Valley Vacation Resort

RV Timeshares

Weeks 36, 37 & 38 at Lot 95 on the Ridge. Phone 403-606-9243.

SERVICES

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: Eavestroughs to fall yard cleanup, tree cutting, deck repairs, roofs, small moves. Blinds, drapery and installation. Handyman services 250-6882897 or 403-861-8782.

SERVICES

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

THE HEARTFELT COMPANION: Services for Seniors 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.

Leanne Brooks 250-341-5683, invermerehomecare.com for more info.

A.J. Siding and Eavestrough

Serving the Valley for 24 years. 5” continuous gutter. All types of siding, soffit and facia. Phone 250-342-7177 for an appointment.

e Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley (HSCV) is an inclusive organization that values compassionate care, con dentiality, and professionalism in delivering End of Life, Bereavement and Public Education programming. e society relies on dedicated volunteer committees formed to meet the objectives of the organization.

e HSCV Board of Directors is seeking a passionate, motivated, self-starter who aligns with the values and philosophy to serve as full time Executive Director of the HSCV. e desired qualities include active listening with positive communication, decision making, and problem solving skills, exibility, multitasking and e ective management skills. ere is a need to relate with genuine authenticity and sensitivity to every member of the team and to our clients.

e Executive Director (ED) is the public face of Hospice and the team leader of the organization. e ED administers and oversees all planning, operations and activities of the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley (HSCV) which serves rural communities in the Columbia Valley. Communicates comfortably with business and others in leadership roles.

e ED reports directly to the HSCV Board of Directors through the President and the Chair of the Society. Works with the Board of Directors and all committees of the Board to ensure the smooth running of the organization, and that the organization is in alignment with the Vision and Mission Ensures support and administrative assistance to the Board.

Education & Experience:

1. A wide range of educational and professional backgrounds will be considered, however a post-secondary degree is required. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in managing a society and/or a program in the helping professions.

2. Demonstrated experience and excellence required for fundraising/fund development, marketing, event management,

3.

BEY ND THE BLUE LINE

Rockies score series of victories

Submitted by the Columbia Valley Rockies

Your Columbia Valley Rockies are now 4 and 0 after their second road trip of the season!

This puts the Rockies in first place of the Eddie Mountain division. There are only two other teams in the KIJHL that haven’t suffered a loss in early season play.

The team was eager to test their abilities against the Beaver Valley Nitehawks on Friday, September 14th as they would be a formidable foe. This was an offensive tilt with end to end rushes and plenty of action.

The first period scoring was opened by Josh Antunes with assists by Dace Prymak and Kale Hawryluk at 13:37 on a power play. The Nitehawks quickly responded with goals at 11:56 and 8:54 to take a 2 to 1 lead.

The Rockies were being pressed but seemed to get their skating legs halfway through the first period and a goal was delivered by Jesse Carr with help from Erik Lloyd and Chase Hawkins, quickly followed up by Dace Prymak with help from Zachary Giacobbo and Josh An tunes giving the Rockies a 3 to 2 lead with 3:37 remain ing in the first.

However the home crowd in Beaver Valley dug deep and cheered their boys on who answered the bell with a couple of quick goals before the first period ended result

HELP WANTED

Carpenter/labourer needed for full-time work. Invermere and surrounding area. Wage depends on experience as well as work effort. Willing to train. Please contact Rene at 250688-2068.

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.

Black Forest Restaurant is hiring F/T for Kitchen and Dining Room. Come and join our schnitzel team! Email, call or drop off resume. 250-342-9417 careers@ blackforestrestaurant.com.

HELP WANTED

$Hiring$

We are looking to add permanent people to our team. If you are a carpenter, painter, roofer, tile setter, or want to learn new skill sets, we can provide year round employment with better than average wages. Call or text 250342-5682 or drop by the Home Renovation Centre, 492 Arrow Rd.

PRIME Bookkeeping is looking for a reliable and self-motivated bookkeeper to join our team! Must have accounting courses under your belt, and experience and knowledge with accounting software. Please email your resume to trina@ primebookkeeping.ca.

ing in a 4 to 3 lead as the horn sounded ending the first period.

Coach Wade Dubielewicz had a good chat with the team during the intermission and drove some key moti vation and system discipline during the second period. The team responded with a goal on the power play from Gavin Fleck at 7:37 assisted by Cooper Krauss and Kale Hawryluk. That was quickly followed up with another power play goal by Erik Lloyd at 6:44 giving the Rockies a 5 to 4 lead. However, the Nitehawks clawed back and evened the score at 5 as the period ended.

The third period began with a quick goal by Beaver Valley to take the lead at 6 to 5. Then the Rockies dug deep and took the play hard to the Beaver Valley Nite hawks. Responding just 11 seconds after the Nitehawks goal, the Rockies scored to tie things up with a goal by Greg Parker assisted by Brennan Nelson. The play was mostly in the Beaver Valley end and finally the Rock ies were rewarded for their effort with a power play goal with 2:55 remaining. Zachary Giacobbo scored with help from Erik Lloyd and Jesse Carr. After Beaver Valley pulled their goalie, they were punished by the Rockies who took the game with a Jesse Carr goal with help from

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HELP WANTED

Fuze Food is hiring full time/part time line cooks and front counter attendants. We offer great wages, tips, and free food when on shift. Great team environment, opportunity for advancement in the company (management/ supervisory positions). Email Sarah at fuzefood@gmail.com.

Dusk Building Systems is currently seeking labourers for our manufacturing facility. We offer excellent wages and benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-341-3427 or email to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com.

An exceptional opportunity to join a fun, fast-paced scene at the Rocky River Grill. We are now accepting resumes for experienced servers. Please send to steve.kuffler@gmail.com.

HELP WANTED

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 years 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 250-3428889 or email justatterbury@ hotmail.com.

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Do you value vibrant wellness and the opportunity to help others? Like to work with people but don’t want to work full time? Invermere Family Chiropractic is looking for a permanent, P/T team player for a full day Friday and Saturday morning. Give us a call at 250-688-0752 or drop a resume at our office between the yoga studio and barbershop.

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ELECTOR REGISTRATION

There is no need to pre-register to vote as the

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electors

• resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day

• resident of OR registered owner of real property in the District of Invermere for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration, and

• not disquali ed under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disquali ed by law.

Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identi cation (at least one with a signature). Picture identi cation is not necessary. The identi cation must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identi cation (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING

Quali ed electors may vote by mail if they:

• have a physical disability, illness or injury that a ects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity, OR

expect to be absent from the District of Invermere on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities.

REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE:

Before 4 pm on October 18, 2018 you

out and submit an application form with the following information to the District o ce by mail (Box 339, Invermere BC V0A 1K0), telephone (250-342-9281), fax (250-342-2934) or email (info@invermere.net):

name,

address,

To register,

Election Information

law.

is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

register,

least

prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from a majority of the property owners.

For further information, please contact Shannon Moskal, Chief Election Officer, or Tina Hlushak, Deputy Chief Election Officer, at 250-489-2791 or at 1-888-478-7335 (toll free).

Notice of Intent

Rocky Mountain District Road Closure

Notice is given, pursuant to Section 60(2) of the Transportation Act, that the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastruc ture has received an application to permanently close a portion of unconstruc ted road adjacent to Lot A, District Lots 353 and 9040, Kootenay District Plan 2027, except Plans 16482 and R317, in Edgewater B.C., and that such closed road be vested pursuant to Section 60 of the Transportation Act

The proposed closure is approximately 6.3 metres by 145.3 metres. A plan showing the proposed road closure may be viewed at the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Rocky Mountain District office at 129 10th Avenue South, Cranbrook, B.C. , V1C 2N1, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Anyone wanting to provide comments of support or objection to this application for road closure should indicate their concerns in writing to the aforementioned address or by email to Cliff.Razzo@gov.bc.ca no later than October 19, 2018.

For more information, please contact Cliff Razzo, Development Approvals Technician by telephone at 250 426-1516 or by email at Cliff.Razzo@gov.bc.ca

third game in a row with an 8 to 6 score.

On Saturday the Rockies woke up in Castlegar and prepared themselves for the Castlegar Rebels. The team was fairly happy with their offensive capabilities but wanted to manage the score in this outing.

From the very beginning the Rock ies took the play to the Rebels and were determined to pressure the Rebels in the offense zone as much as possible.

At 14:35 of the first Loclyn Kaba toff, with assistance from Chase Hawkins, gave the Rockies the lead and they never looked back.

The Rebels did get their chances but Ben Kelsch in goal kept the door closed. The first period ended with the Rockies leading 1 to 0.

As the second period began, the Rockies brought a determined effort to put the puck in the net. They were reward ed at 14:35 with a goal by Loclyn Kabatoff with help from Chase Hawkins again. The Rockies were in the driver’s seat at 2 to 0.

At 10:58 Jesse Carr, with assistance from Erik Lloyd, really put the home team in a tough position. The Rockies were not done though and they added another goal from Dace Prymak with help from Greg Parker. This put the Rockies ahead 4 to 0 at the end of the second period.

The third period had the Rebels press ing and although the Rockies gave up two goals, an outstanding effort by Ben Kelsch sealed the win.

“Overall I’m very happy with the work ethic and results from this past weekend. We were put under pressure both games and showed that we can han dle being pressured. We still have to get better in all three zones of the ice,” said coach Dubielewicz.

The Rockies are thrilled to be coming home with a division-leading first place and a four-win record!

They want all their fans to come out for their home opener game against the Golden Rockets on September 21st at 7:30 p.m.. It will be an exciting and fastpaced night.

All fans are encouraged to also join the team on Saturday, September 22nd at the 5th Annual Columbia Valley Rockies Golf Tournament hosted by CopperPoint Resort golf course. If you want to enter a team, please call Copper Point Golf Club at 250-341-3392 ext. 1.

NOTICE

The purchase of

Karen L. Coté Director of Finance

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Photos submitted by Karen Fahrni

Finding the sacred in the silliness

By Laura Hermakin Reverend Christ Church Trinity

of mine re cently completed a doctor al degree focusing on the Spirituality of Play. He’s had some teasing about it but his passion speaks to an attitude that needs to be cultivated in our society rather than dis missed. It also needs to be cultivated within education al systems and families, and by people of all ages so they can live balanced lives where laughter, joy and hope are in trinsic throughout their lives. The word “silly” comes from Greek selig (meaning blessed). Certainly there is some thing sacred about the ability to be silly, play, laugh, and be child-like. Many faith traditions encourage us not to take ourselves too seriously, just as Jesus did as he laughed and played with children and friends. Prophets have an important role in the spiritual life because they advocate the spiritual practice of play. When we play we enjoy the fullness of life with its curiosities, frivolities and insensibil ities; when we don’t take ourselves too seriously, play (like prayer), can be healing to body, mind and soul.

When Hindus speak of the creation of the universe, they don’t call it the work of God but rather the play of God which can translate into play being sacred and holy. When we play, we release tension and allow our spir its to breathe and re-create. Literature, arts, special tradi tions, and holidays all remind us of the importance of play in giving ourselves permission to be silly and foolish. A Spirituality of Play helps us to live with mystery, impossi bility and silliness. It can open doors of insight, openness, flexibility, and child-like innocence and naturalness. If we can believe that the Creator fashioned such a vast array of unique and amazing animals, including all humankind, surely it’s not surprising that the Creator has an immense sense of humour and encourages us to laugh and play!

Age creeps up, surprises us, and reminds us of our mortality. Aging is one thing but growing old is anoth er. Perhaps many grow old because they stop playing? Play comes in many forms: laughter, dancing, doodling, games, running with our pet along the beach, cards, engaging in sport, playing an instrument, creating anything (a shed, dress, poem, painting, calligraphy, meal, book, pottery, ar ticle, program, sculpture, photograph, monogram, garden, scrapbook, bookcase, etc.) I may be aging more rapidly than I’d like, but I refuse to grow old. Even if it’s only a bit, I try to play a little each day. Maybe attitude plays an important role in the aging process. Each day I age, but no matter what age I am, I want to be alive in a Spirituality of Play.

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH

Sunday, September 23rd at 10:30 a.m. Worship And Life Instruction, “HOLY – Paul’s Mission” Pastor Trevor Hagan ministering. “K.I.D.S.” Church during the Morning Service. 7 p.m. “SING and CELEBRATE”

Lead Pastor Trevor Hagan • Associate Pastor Matt Moore 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • office@lwac.ca • www.lwac.ca

WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED

Worship every Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Children & Youth Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, March - December 9 a.m.: All Saint’s, Edgewater 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m.: June - October at 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

Worship Services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere (Small Chapel) Pastor Ron Tabbert • Parish Office: 250-426-7564 Email: mtzionlc@hotmail.com

RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Sunday 10 a.m.

250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St.

250-347-9937