Columbia Valley Pioneer, December 13, 2018

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VALLEY NEWS

Advocating for a better deal

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com Those who felt that residents got a poor deal last time around and those looking for improvements shared their concerns about the Columbia River Treaty with the B.C. team that is in negotiations with the federal governments of both Canada and the United States to update the waterway deal.

At a public consultation on Wednesday, December 5th, more than 50 people packed into the Lions Hall at the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce to share their thoughts with the team from the BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources led by Kathy Eichenberger.

“People are giving us some good advice, some good suggestions,” Ms. Eichenberger said about the consultation process with B.C. residents, adding that “you will see everything you’ve said” addressed in a document about the consultations that she expects will be released later this month or early into the new year.

Ms. Eichenberger said before the treaty team arrived in Invermere, the feedback they had received was primarily related to the following issues: ecosystems, salmon restoration, flooding, Libby Dam concerns, power generation and compensation for Canada, socio-economic impacts and responsive governance.

The feedback in Invermere generally fit within those broad categories with one participant saying: “I’m afraid we haven’t been getting our share.”

Barb Cote, chief of the Shuswap Indian Band said:

Attendees discuss the Columbia River Treaty negotiations at a meeting held Wednesday, December 5th at the Lions Hall. “so many of us are here tonight to talk about the Columbia River and reintroduction of salmon.”

Speaking as president of the Kootenay Livestock Association and for those who live along Lake Koocanusa, Morgan Dilts said: “I would ask, on behalf of us all, that this time the treaty process actually live up to the promises made and not simply take from Canadian citizens.”

He also spoke for his father Dennis Dilts who “was removed from the river bottom” and had his home and land expropriated in the 1960s to give way to the river.

The younger Mr. Dilts read a note from his father that said: “I have spent my whole life trying to replace what was taken, and in my old age am very frustrated with the knowledge that this will never happen. It sickens me the way that the monies obtained through the

(Columbia River Treaty) have never come back to those people and places most impacted.”

Other feedback shared during small group discussions and with the full audience included environmental concerns, requests for increased compensation for locals and B.C. residents, the need to prevent overdevelopment and more.

“What is the carrying capacity and how is that going to be monitored?” one person asked.

Another advocated for responsible irrigation, asking: “How much can you take out of the river before it gets damaging?”

The Columbia River Treaty was signed in 1961 (ratified in 1964), with two main purposes in mind: flood mitigation and power generation.

The current deal expires in 2024, but will continue indefinitely or until a new agreement is signed or one party gives 10-years of notice to opt out.

Negotiators representing the governments of Canada (including British Columbia) and the United States met in Washington, D.C. in May 2018 to formally launch discussions about the future of the Columbia River Treaty. A series of meetings followed, including one taking place in Vancouver this week on December 12th and 13th.

“Obviously I can’t reveal everything that’s being discussed at the negotiating table,” Ms. Eichenberger said, but she is looking to “maximize the benefits for the province” and intends to return to the Valley to share the results with residents.

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Ambassadors for the lake

By Dauna Ditson reporter@columbiavalleypioneer.com As the lake freezes, the Lake Windermere Ambassadors will see a one-hundred percent turnover in staffing as Thea Rodgers hands the rudder and beakers over to Shannon McGinty.

With one employee and a host of volunteers, the Lake Windermere Ambassadors carry a great deal of responsibility. Leading up to the fall 2018 election, now-elected officials for the District of Invermere and the Regional District of East Kootenay said they would look to the ambassadors to educate lake users about the water rules.

That’s because municipal, provincial and federal governments have interwoven jurisdiction over bodies of water, leaving uncertainty over where specific responsibilities – such as for docks or Whiteway benches – belong.

While the Lake Windermere Ambassadors don’t enforce regulations, they advocate for the lake, teach users about their rights – such as with shoreline access – and show the community how to take good care of the water.

Ms. Rodgers is looking forward to moving to Nanimo and anticipates furthering her career in fisheries or environmental consulting, but said moving Continued on page 5 . . .

New captain: Shannon McGinty takes over from Thea Rodgers for the Lake Windermere Ambassadors.

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This past week, December 3rd through December 9th the Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 44 calls for service. The following are some of the more notable files our officers responded to.

• On Friday, December 7th, an Invermere resident reported falling victim to a telephone scam. The homeowner received a telephone call from an individual who claimed to work for BC Hydro. The caller told the homeowner his account was overdue and his power would be cut off if he didn’t pay off his debt with prepaid Visa cards. The homeowner purchased prepaid Visa cards and provided the card details to the individual over the telephone as directed. After complying with the demand the homeowner became suspicious of the request and contacted BC Hydro only to find out there were no issues with his account. In this case, the homeowner realized he fell victim to a scam early enough that he was able to cancel the pre-paid cards. There are a number of scams going on at any one time. Many of the scams involve a request to pay an organization with prepaid cards. Legitimate businesses do not accept prepaid cards in lieu of payment. If you receive a phone call or email advising you owe money it is imperative to investigate the legitimacy of the request before you send any money or disclose any personal information.

• On Sunday, December 9th, officers located a stolen Chevy Cruze parked at a residence on Village Loop

Road in Invermere. The vehicle, which had been reported stolen in Calgary, was towed to the Columbia Valley Detachment where it will be forensically examined for further evidence. Anyone with information about this stolen vehicle is asked to contact the Columbia Valley RCMP. • On Sunday, December 9th, an abandoned 911 call was received by Columbia Valley RCMP. The cell phone was mapped to a general area in Windermere. After further investigation officers were able to identify the owner of the cell phone who told officers he had given his disconnected cell phone to his children to play with not realizing that inactive cell phones can still call 911. From January to December of 2018 the Columbia Valley RCMP received 325 false or abandoned 911 calls. Many of these calls are from inactive cell phones that have been given to children to play with. Every abandoned 911 call is investigated which ties up valuable resources. Here are a few points to remember: • If you inadvertently dial 911 stay on the line and speak to the operator. Even if you think you’ve hung up on time, the call will go through and the operator and police officer will need to determine if there is a real emergency.

• Keep cell phones out of the hands of children. Even deactivated cell phones can make 911 calls.

• Lock the keypad before you place your cell phone in your pocket or purse.

• Do not program a single button on your phone to call 911.

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It was an early start for members of the Windermere Fire Department as they responded to a structure fire call just after 5 a.m. Monday, December 10th.

“When we arrived on scene, there was a fully involved fire in a detached garage,” explains Columbia Valley Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Drew Sinclair.

“Our firefighters did a great job of keeping the fire isolated to the garage so it didn’t spread to the nearby home or other structures.”

Seven firefighters and two pieces of apparatus responded to the blaze, along with support from BC Hydro, the RCMP and BC Ambulance Service.

There were no injuries.

The garage is a total loss and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Vital Signs: caring for our Valley and each other

Submitted by Columbia Valley Community Foundation The Columbia Valley Community Foundation has once again taken the pulse of the Valley community and the findings are now publicly available in the 2018 Vital Signs report.

Since the foundation’s last check-up in 2016 when the first Columbia Valley Vital Signs report was published, some different priorities and concerns have emerged, lending to the 2018 report’s theme of “Balancing Economic & Environmental Sustainability.”

Serving as the basis for the report was an online survey completed by almost 700 respondents, who overwhelmingly agreed (more than 75 per cent) they feel a sense of belonging living in the Columbia Valley and feel accepted by the community, with over 25 per cent of respondents indicating they had moved here for the lifestyle.

Given the local lifestyle is so closely tied to the region’s beautiful wilderness and mountain setting, it’s no wonder survey respondents then ranked the environment as their number one concern. The 2018 Vital Signs report breaks down this concern into a number of issue areas – including waste management, wildlife interactions, change in climate, and food and agriculture – and offers local facts and figures on each one.

The life expectancy of the Columbia Valley landfill continues to be a concern, but in 2016 there was a decrease in household waste and an increase in recycling region-wide compared to 2015, which resulted in a drop in the amount of total waste buried at the landfill. Future data will indicate if this trend is continuing.

A documented increase in annual and seasonal average temperatures means the Columbia Valley is at greater risk from wildfires. In 2017, approximately three per cent of the region’s total land area – 31,345 hectares – burned, in contrast to an annual average of 1,300 hectares be-

tween 1919 and 2017.

In addition, Lake Windermere water monitoring is revealing a steady increase in lake temperature since 2010. This increase has negative implications for local ecosystems and drinking water quality. The average temperature of the lake in 2018 reached a 12-year high at 20 C, exceeding the Health Canada target of 15 C for drinking water resources.

But instead of getting discouraged, residents are encouraged to take Vital Actions (which are highlighted throughout the report) to mitigate these effects. Using energy wisely, conserving water and protecting water quality, and wildfire risk reduction are just a few of Vital Signs’ many suggestions to empower Columbia Valley residents when it comes to caring for their community.

And what a caring, engaged community it is - a majority of survey respondents indicated they had donated or volunteered in the last 12 months. They had also supported the local farmers markets, attended a local event, and visited their local library or community centre. So why did almost half of respondents say they’ve considered leaving the Columbia Valley permanently? Among the top reasons were lack of decent work, insufficient medical amenities and leaving to be closer to family.

But the challenges that affect quality of life (such as child care, housing, social isolation and education to name just a few) are fortunately less daunting than they were in 2016 with less respondents indicating these challenges were affecting them. Community capacity appears to be growing and the 2018 Vital Signs report is an important part of this process.

Valley residents are encouraged to read the report itself, which can be found on the Columbia Valley Community Foundation website at https://valleyfoundation. ca/vital-signs/ where it can be downloaded as a PDF. Hard copies of the report will also be available through contacting the Columbia Valley Community Foundation at 250-342-2845 or info@valleyfoundation.ca.

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Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land We, Brian Pow, Laurie Pow and Bonnie McMillan, of Calgary Alberta, applied to the British Columbia Ministry of Forests, Lands & Natural Resources Operations and Rural Development (FLNRORD), Kootenay Boundary Region, for Specific Permission of Boat Lift use for private moorage situated on Provincial Crown Foreshore located at Windermere B.C. at Plan2125 Parcel 1 Lot 20. FLNRORD invites comments on this application, lands file 4405952.

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said. “There are just so many things available from the lake, and it’s just important to protect those away from Lake Windermere is “kind of like leavthings... Invermere wouldn’t be the place it is withing a family member.” out the lake.”

“I would like to see that (the lake) continues to In addition to the abundance of recreational flow in good health,” opportunities the lake she said, adding that offers around the year, she also wishes the “There are just so many things available from she said Lake Winderbest for Ms. Mcthe lake, and it’s just important to protect those mere also serves as a Ginty. things... Invermere wouldn’t be the place it is gathering point.

“I really hope “It really brings without the lake.” the community welthe community tocomes her as the new gether,” she said.

Shannon McGinty, face for the AmbasHer exuberance Lake Windermere Ambassadors sadors,” she said. “I has only grown as she know she’s going to accepted the program do well.” coordinator position with the Lake Windermere Ms. McGinty, who studied outdoor recreation Ambassadors. and conservation, moved to the Valley a year ago.

“It really just kind of checks all my boxes,” she She was overjoyed to live so close to the water that said, adding that she’s eager to be an environmental she spent last summer running to the lake and then steward, work with the community and learn new jumping in to swim laps, all the while thinking skills along the way. how lucky she was.

“I’m really excited and will just tackle it as best “I love canoeing and I love swimming,” she I as can,” she said.

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PERSPECTIVE

December 14, 2018

Baby, it’s controversial outside

By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com We live in one of the best places on earth. Our care of at-risk populations is enviable to many across the globe. Our wealth index is postive overall, our health indicators are relatively good, and for the most part, I would argue, we lead a pretty good life here in Canada.

And yet.

People still complain.

There seems to be a trend every Christmas season for ne’er do wellers to stir up a holiday pot of complaints. We’ve all heard the “offensive” term Merry Christmas versus Happy Holidays bandied about as a point of discussion in years past. The big Christmas complaint that caused social media battles last week was that some radio stations have banned the playing of Baby It’s Cold Outside for the opinion that it has inappropriate lyrics [‘say, what’s in this drink’, and the theme of the woman saying she needs to go and the man insisting she stay the night]. CBC Radio jumped on this particular ban at first, but reversed the decision Tuesday, December 11th.

“Last week, we decided to press pause to consider the different points of view on playing Baby, It’s Cold Outside. Because we value our audience input, which was overwhelmingly to include the song, we have put it back on the two playlists where it had been removed,” Chuck Thompson, CBC’s head of public affairs, said in a statement Tuesday.

Now the latest Christmas bahumbug is a councillor in the city of Victoria. Councillor Ben Isitt put forward a motion directing staff to look at making city winter decorations more culturally inclusive, suggesting tax dollars should not go to religious symbols including decorated Christmas trees or poinsettias.

The motion has sparked outcry, with divided opinions again about a municipality’s role in seasonal displays and the balance of different religious groups within a community.

Enough is enough. People of all faiths, and lack of faiths, celebrate the spirit of Christmas with lights, trees, and yes, even poinsettias. If you are offended by the sight of a Christmas tree put up by a city, maybe you need to find a hobby. Or use your outcries for issues that actully matter in this world. Be enraged at the fact there are still over one billion people starving, while the international community sits at tables, endlessly discussing the issue instead of fixing the problem. Be offended by the senseless deaths of innocent civilians while countries squabble over borders. Use your voice for positive change instead of taking away something as simple as the joy of Christmas.

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Expanding on forest bathing Dear Editor: I don’t often respond to articles in the paper but rather prefer to contemplate and discuss things in person but I felt inspired to expand on Mr. Bavin’s article about Forest Bathing (letter to the editor, November 29th).

Forest Bathing is one of several nature inclusive and based therapies that people are using around the world to mitigate the excessive indoor and screen tendencies our society has cultivated. However, Forest Bathing is a small part of a bigger realization that humans need nature to be healthy not just physically but also mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Science is catching up to what Indigenous cultures and many nature lovers already knew.

Studies have shown that crime rates in urban areas decrease when nature is brought back, patients recovery time decreases and morale increases when they have a window that overlooks nature, anxiety and depression decrease in nature, people report a higher satisfaction with life, tend to have fewer colds, sleep better, feel more alive when they live closer to nature, and our brains literally change when we spend time in

nature (not unlike the changes we see when we meditate).

In the last 60+ years as technology has rocketed and our need to be in nature has decreased, scientists have noticed the effects of being disconnected from nature and have given a name to the stress it creates within us. With the rise of Nature Deficiency Disorder we need ways to find our way out of the excessive indoor time, progress, and busy-ness that our culture puts on a pedestal. There are many intriguing studies that present us with the understanding that needing to be with nature is innate and that when we disconnect it has detrimental effects that show up in many different ways.

The study of human’s health in connection (and disconnection) with nature is called EcopPsychology.

There are two main branches: Eco-psychology and Applied Eco-psychology (AEP). The former is the more structured testing methods and projects and will often include biofeedback and brain scans; the latter is rebuilding the skills personally to be able to be in contact with nature. It may sound strange that we need to relearn the skills to be with nature but Continued on page 7 . . .

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LETTERS

Across the rainbow bridge Dear Editor: I have written a poem I would like to dedicate to the kind, gentle and compassionate professionals at Invermere Veterinary Hospital.

You were my faithful companion for many years You comforted me in my times of tears You kept me warm on those cold cold nights and stood beside me through times of fright We shared the joys We made some noise and frolicked in the Sun Our friends you see would all agree Our spirits were as one Time they say will have its way and ours has come and gone Life’s cruel some ways how one must stay While others must move on Still my heart does weep when I hike our ridge as the day we helped guide you over the Rainbow Bridge

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so many people are used to being on their phones, busy in their heads or stressed out, or see nature as a playground, or something to be conquered. We no longer know how to just be in nature, something that is integral to our wellbeing, and the effects of this are catching up with us; so much so that Doctors are prescribing nature time to help with anxiety, depression, spiralling, insomnia, and over thinking, among other things.

To further expand on Mr. Bavin’s note about 11 senses; did you know that the concept of the five senses is believed to date back to Aristotle’s time? Since then scientists have revealed that there are likely more than 33 and some suggest there are at least 54. Regardless of the actual number of senses if we understand that the five describe the sensory organs and not the senses themselves, it’s easy to ex-

pand our understanding as to where these ‘new’ senses have come from. A sense is described as a response to an internal or external stimulus.

I received my Ph.D in Applied Eco-psychology a few years ago and have intermittently offered AEP in the Valley for over 15 years; through Wings Over The Rockies, WildSight, College of the Rockies, Pynelogs and did my Master’s project with a group of locals. I’ve written a textbook bridging Yoga and AEP and am currently creating a mini e-course to bring the foundations of AEP to yoga practices.

Often how we treat nature is mirrored in how we treat our selves.

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One big misunderstanding means that segways will not be zipping along the Lake Windermere Whiteway, as had previously been reported in the Pioneer (December 6th).

At Invermere’s council meeting on Tuesday, November 27th, Patrick Tolchard of Valley Zipline Adventures told council that representatives from the Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club, which maintains the Whiteway, supported having his business offer segway tours on the skating track.

While Mr. Tolchard thought the representatives who supported the mission were speaking on behalf of the ski club, they were past members of the executive team and not part of the current executive.

Darren Tamelin, president of the ski club, said the current board has “concerns with running what we would consider motorized equipment on the Whiteway when

it’s designated as a non-motorized (area).”

Safety, maintenance issues and insurance coverage were also concerns for the ski club.

Mr. Tamelin said he “didn’t want there to be any conflict” between the battery-powered segways and the body-powered skiers, skaters and runners who use the Whiteway.

“Unfortunately it’s fallen through,” Mr. Tolchard said, adding Valley Zipline Adventures is not sure how to proceed with segway tours now.

“We’re not doing it on the Whiteway and if anybody is interested in doing it, we’re more than happy to work with them,” he said. “There’s a great opportunity here and we’re doing everything we can. And if anyone wants to help, I’m all ears.”

Mr. Tolchard said major cities and provincial parks are offering segway tours and that bringing tours here would be a progressive opportunity for the Valley.

“Best case scenario would be keeping (the segways) in the Valley, attracting people to the Valley,” he said.

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A crowd that packs the sanctuary and foyer at Christ Church Trinity to capacity Saturday, December 8th listens in rapt attention as Valley Voices present Sing Noel Alleluia! with Voices of EMP Children’s Choir. For more photos, see page 26.

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● 0-18 Years (85) ● 9-24 Years (17) ● 25-35 Years (32) Submitted by the Columbia Valley Food Bank

● 36-50 Years (35) ● 51-59 Years (19)

How many of us like the idea of getting a piece of the pie? Lots of us for sure! And as the pie is cut, all eyes watch closely to ensure that their piece is the same size as the next!

But not all pies are apple or cherry and some are made to show how the slices vary in size. For example, a pie graph provided by The Columbia Valley Food Bank (CVFB) helps us to visualize percentages of the ages of those accessing the CVFB. This particular graph clearly depicts that a significant number of those who rely on support from the Food Bank are families with children.

Data gathered indicates that, since 2014, the number of individuals seeking support has increased about 50% and the total number of hampers by 43%.

As the season of giving approaches, so many of the residents and local businesses of our Valley

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recognize the need of others and redouble their efforts to fill their food hampers. Local campaigns include ones by Inspire Floral Boutique, pictured in last week’s Pioneer, which raised $646. AG Valley Foods, Joe’s No Frills, Red Apple and Sobeys provide continuous support throughout the year. Currently Sobeys JOY OF GIVING and the “GIFT OF FOOD” runs until December 31st and customers can purchase $5 or $10 bags of food to fill the bins. Copper Point’s “Feed the Town”, held on December 3rd, was once again a resounding success drawing over 1,000 community

members who generously donated cash and food items. Fairmont Hot Springs will host a Free Swim or Soak on Christmas day in exchange for donations to the Food Bank.

All these events, supported by our community, help to ensure that everyone can enjoy a piece of the pie!

The Board and volunteers of the CVFB extend their gratitude to all individuals and businesses of the Valley for their overwhelming support throughout the year. * numbers based on usage of CVFB in the month of October, 2018

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

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

Thursday, December 13th • Windermere Real Storage is now accepting donations for the Columbia Valley Food Bank during office hours, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

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

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

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

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

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

• 7 p.m. : Alumni of the Silver Strings ukulele ensemble from years past are invited to attend a meeting at JA Laird School to discuss a possible performance in February.

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

Friday, December 14th • 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Intergenerational Program between Seniors and Kindergarten children, every Friday at Invermere Seniors Hall. Seniors interested in assisting please call Madelene at 604-798-3061.

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

Every Friday and Wednesday.

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

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

Saturday, December 15th • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Visit Santa’s Cabin at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort to have your photo taken with Santa while enjoying a free hot chocolate and cookie.

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

• 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Family LEGO Club at the Invermere Library. This is the last program until after the holidays.

LEGO Club will resume on January 12th.

• 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: The community of Canal Flats is holding its annual Christmas Fair at the Civic Centre.

Free admission, hot dogs and beverages. Visit Santa from 1 to 2 p.m. Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest from 2 to 3 p.m. Door prizes - everyone welcome!

• 5 p.m.: Edgewater Legion Branch #199 Christmas Party, cocktails at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Secret

Santa gift exchange ($15 value). Dinner $5 for Legion members, $10 for guests. Reservations required, call 250347-9616.

Sunday, December 16th • 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 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Edgewater Christmas Craft Fair at the Community Hall. A variety of offerings by over 20 local craftspeople and bakers. Santa will be on stage for a photo op and chili lunch available from The Edge volunteers.

• 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Christmas Open House at the Farside Pub in Fairmont to check out their ‘fresh new look’.

Enjoy hot chocolate, cookie decorating, music by Valley Forged and photos with Santa.

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

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

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

• 1:30 - 3 p.m.: Needles & Hooks for people who love to knit, crochet, and do needle work at the Invermere Library every Tuesday. Connect with other makers, share tips and each other’s company. There will be no meetings over the holidays. The next meeting will be on January 8th.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: How Life Works For You, book study at Shasta Wellness Studio on 7th Ave. Every Tuesday from December 4th to January 8th. By donation. Contact facilitator Alex for details, 250-342-6466.

• 6 p.m.: Shuswap Indian Band Bingo - Fundraising for National Aboriginal Day Pow wow 2019. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Shuswap Indian Band Hall.

Doors open 6 p.m., games start at 6:45 p.m.

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

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

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

• 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Lodge No. 38 freemasons meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1301 7th Ave. in Invermere.

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

Wednesday, December 19th

Cell: 250•341•1395 Toll Free: 1•888•258•9911 Monday, December 17th • 10 a.m.: Senior Singalong Group meets every Monday at Columbia Garden Village.

• 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Indoor Walking at the Invermere Public Library in the Columbia Valley Centre every Monday and Wednesday. This is the last week for Indoor Walking until after the holidays. Indoor Walking will resume on January 7th. Please bring clean indoor shoes.

Strollers with clean wheels welcome.

• 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Baby Goose at the Invermere Library. This is the last program until after the holidays.

Baby Goose will resume on January 7th.

• 1 - 3 p.m.: Brain Injury Support Group meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at Columbia Garden Village.

Contact Debbie for more info 250-344-5674.

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

• 7 p.m.: Monday Night Drum Circle at Pynelogs led by Patrick Carrick. $10 if you bring your own drum, $15 if you don’t. Call Patrick for more info 250-409-4110.

• 7 p.m.: Christmas Bingo at Canal Flats Civic Centre, $500 Bonanza, $500 Free Game, Door Prizes and Ugly Sweater Contest.

• 7 p.m.: Lake Windermere Lions Club meet the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at the Lions Hall (behind Chamber office).

Tuesday, December 18th • 10 a.m.: Fairmont Seniors Club meets at the Lions Den in Fairmont every Tuesday, for Games, Monthly Speakers and fun. Need a ride? Call 250-345-0106.

• 8 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Radium Hot Springs meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at the Don Agave Cantina in the Prestige Inn. • 10 a.m.: Breastfeeding Mommas support group meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Invermere Library.

• 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. • 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Radium Art Guild meets every Wednesday at the Radium Library to create and share.

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

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

Invermere Library Hours Holiday Hours: Closed December 23rd to 26th; open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. December 27th to 29th; closed December 30th to January 1st; regular hours resume January 2nd.

• 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. (none Dec. 27th) • Baby Goose: Monday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (none December 24th & 31st).

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 • Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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

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

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Happy Holidays Columbia Basin Trust Board and staff wish you a holiday season filled with warm memories and cherished moments.

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Year-End Tax Strategies Submitted by Sara Worley & Brendan Donahue Investment Advisors, Manulife Securities Incorporated As the year winds to a close there are tax-related financial strategies people should consider, ensuring their affairs are in order for 2019 and beyond. Here are a few of them.

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Tax Loss Selling Those with capital gains during the year might want to consider selling assets with unrealized losses to offset the gains. This is known as tax-loss selling. The capital gains could come from one’s investment portfolio, sale of real estate or other assets.

To be sure that the loss can be applied to one’s 2018 tax return, the trade must take place no later than December 27th, 2018. This will ensure that settlement occurs in the 2018 tax year.

Beware of superficial losses when tax-loss selling. A loss is considered superficial and disallowed for tax purposes when a security is sold at a loss and repurchased within 30 days. This rule applies not only for securities an individual may sell and repurchase, but trades conducted by an “affiliated person” such as a related spouse, corporation or trust.

Finally, it should be noted that capital losses can only be used to offset capital gains, not income generated from employment, dividends or interest.

Low Income Year Those who expect to be in an unusually low marginal tax bracket for 2018 but will be in a much higher tax bracket in subsequent years, including retirement, might want to consider making an early withdrawal from their RRSP before year-end. The funds can be used for living expenses if needed, set aside in a TFSA for long-term savings or re-contributed to an RRSP in a later, high-earning year, if possible. A financial advisor can help determine if this strategy is suitable, depending on your personal circumstances.

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Final RRSP Contributions Those who turned 71 in 2018 have until December 31st to convert their RRSP to a RRIF. They must make sure any final contributions are made before that date

as well. Younger Canadians have until March 1st, 2019 to make RRSP contributions to be used against income earned in 2018.

While most people born in 1947 no longer make RRSP contributions, there are circumstances where it could make sense. People who had earned income in 2018 or those who disposed of a major taxable asset such as a business or investment property may wish to offset some of the taxation.

Further, RRSP contributions don’t have to be used in the current calendar year. They can be carried forward to offset future capital gains, which could come in handy if the sale of an asset will fall or settle in a future calendar year.

Charitable donations Charitable donations must be made by December 31st to qualify as a deduction for the 2018 tax year. Cash gifts, as well as other assets may qualify as long as a proper donation receipt is forthcoming. Those who gift publicly-traded securities to a registered charity or charitable foundation in-kind may realise an extra tax benefit in the form of any accrued capital gains tax on the asset being waived upon transfer, resulting in the charity receiving the gift’s full market value in the form of a donation.

TFSA withdrawals If you need to make a withdrawal from a TFSA sometime soon and plan to replace the funds quickly, consider taking the withdrawal prior to December 31st, 2018. This is because TFSA contribution room is reinstated in the following calendar year. Therefore, a person who withdraws $10,000 in 2018 may re-contribute the $10,000 in 2019, plus any other unused contribution room they might have. Those who wait until January, 2019 will not be able to replace the funds until 2020.

Final thoughts Effective tax planning doesn’t always start in January.

By keeping these factors and others in mind throughout the year, better financial planning can be enjoyed for years to come.

As with any tax strategy, be sure to discuss it in advance with your financial advisor and accountant to ensure suitability.

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Gyngerbred, fyne cakes, mynce tarts, maids of honore and homemade wassail brought a medieval taste to the Invermere Library Wednesday, December 5th. More than 40 people packed the mezzanine to hear Maureen Thorpe talk about her recently-launched book Tangle of Time and snack on the medieval-themed treats.

The local author talked about the process of writing her book, how she came up with the ideas found within its pages, and some interesting anecdotes before reading the first chapter of her book to the engaged audience.

She shared that while the working title of the fictional tale was The Book That Wrote Itself, she quickly realized that would not be an accurate title; Ms. Thorpe went through an astounding 40+ drafts and countless hours of hard work to produce the final story that tells the tale of a woman who discovers she is a witch and has the ability to travel through time.

She says while authors such as J.K. Rowling plot out entire series prior to penning a word, Ms. Thorpe is known as a ‘pantser’: “You write by the seat of your pants,” she said, to the merriment of the audience.

She first got the idea in her head to become a writer when she was at a writing group session and a fellow attendee remarked that Ms. Thorpe was a natural storyteller.

“That set little bells in my head,” she says. Following that remark, Ms. Thorpe became quite ill, and went into a “weird state.”

“When I woke up, I had the book in my head,” she remarked.

Ms. Thorpe took the naming of her characters quite seriously. After all, she said, “You have to get the name

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The lead character is named after her grandmother; her mother is in there as well.

Tangle of Time is the first in a series Ms. Thorpe is writing. Her second novel takes the time traveler into the Viking era, while the third, which she is currently writing, takes place in Roman times.

The book was released October 31st. It is available through Amazon and the publishing house Ekstasis Editions, as well as through Ms. Thorpe’s website, www. maureenthorpe.com. Bookstores also have the ability to order copies in for customers.

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CHRISTMAS GIVING STARTS HERE IN DOWNTOWN INVERMERE Bryan Armstrong, recreation centre coordinator, and Heather Rennebohm, Akisqnuk economic development officer, stand overlooking the Columbia Lake Recreation Centre, which is nearing completion for a projected mid-January opening.

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By Lorene Keitch lorene@columbiavalleypioneer.com The Columbia Lake Recreation Centre is a vast, impressive structure located by the Akisqnuk band office off Hwy 93/95.

The east-facing front door (to face the rising sun), opens to a foyer which will eventually include a donor wall as well as an Akisqnuk Athletes Wall of Fame. There is a kitchen available for rent, as well as for social times like coffee after seniors walking groups.

Then you walk into the gym itself, an impressive space 17,000 square feet in size, with a 32 foot to 26 foot high ceiling inside. Around the perimeter of the gym is a 180 metre elevated track. The overall building is 22,400 square feet.

The day the Pioneer comes for a tour, the lines had just been painted onto the new floor. We could only look from the sidelines, then from above, at the sheer scale of the new facility.

“I’m pretty blown away,” said Bryan Armstrong, recreation centre coordinator, as he surveyed the space. The site has been closed, even to staff at the Akisqnuk band office located a stone’s throw away. Now, workers are only a few weeks from final completion. The plan is to open the Columbia Lake Recreation Centre by January 15th.

Features to the new space include the full-length gymnasium, dasher boards for sports like soccer or lacrosse, draw curtains to divide into thirds for smaller space usage, bleachers, weight training equipment and floor exercise space. The elevated track has 5/8 inch thick spongy roll-out rubber, which is super-durable, according to site supervisor Austin Kennedy of InDevelopments Inc. The track is also designed to allow spectators to watch sports games below, and is wide enough to allow two lanes. The plan includes a

chairlift to provide access for those with mobility issues to the second level.

The gym floor itself is made of ‘marmoleum’, a natural fibre product.

“It is one of the least injury-producing floors,” says Heather Rennebohm, economic development officer. She says marmoleum has a buoyancy to it not found in other traditional gym floor materials.

The vision of the centre, ‘Honouring athletes of yesterday through supporting all those of today and tomorrow,’ anchors the community as they anticipate the opening of the new facility.

“It’s a bricks and mortar building.

But the community sees it as more than that – as a focal point, a celebration of our history,” says Ms. Rennebohm. “Akisqnuk has a long history of winning sports teams and close-knit community ties (through sports).”

Mr. Armstrong grew up in the Akisqnuk community and says while he played sports growing up, most activities could only be done through the school system.

“Now youth will benefit from this space here, to keep them out of trouble and keep their minds occupied,” he says.

Mr. Armstrong echoes the sentiments of Akisqnuk councillor Jason Nicholas who has been pivotal in helping push the new centre into reality. In a phone interview with the Pioneer, Mr. Nicholas said he definitely wants to see area youth using the centre.

“It’s a pretty tough time on all reservations across Canada with youth, between suicide and drug use. One of my goals was to give kids an option; you can’t make them go play basketball, but if they have the option to instead of getting up to no good ... I want to see youth participate more in sports and activities.”

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Councillor Jason Nicholas weilds a golden shovel at the groundbreaking last December. File photo

. . . ‘Energy’ from 14 community as well, with gymnasium space available for various user groups.

Pickleball players have already negotiated time slots, while Mr. Armstrong is in serious discussions with several other clubs including Columbia Valley Youth Soccer.

The walking track will likely bring out Akisqnuk elders as well as the greater Valley seniors community, Mr. Armstrong speculates. The inside track will allow users to walk safely without fear of ice or cold in the winter, or getting too hot in the summer.

The building is temperature-controlled, thanks to the pre-engineered insulated panels that form the walls of the centre. Ms. Rennebohm says the panels also allowed for a quicker build, plus lower utility costs as well as a lower carbon footprint.

Mr. Nicolas is excited to see the centre finally open.

“We’ve been waiting roughly 20 years for this, so it’s long overdue. Everybody’s very happy it’s finally happened,” he says.

Mr. Nicholas says he hopes the centre will be bridge-building between the different communities across the Columbia Valley. He says the reaction in the Valley has been great, with people surprised to hear it is a public facility open to all and asking about when they can buy a pass.

The whole project cost approximately $4.5 million. Akisqnuk saved for 20 years to get the project off the ground. Other financial partners include Columbia Basin Trust, Regional District of East Kootenay, BC Rural Dividend Fund, New Relationships Trust, and Teck.

Special introductory pricing is available now, and anyone who signs up before January 15th is eligible for the special rates. For more information or to buy a pass, call Brian Armstrong at 250-3426111 or email barmstrong@akisqnuk.org.

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The Invermere Judo Club was the first group to try out the brand new bleachers installed in the Columbia Valley Centre recently. Coach Hermann Mauthner said they were well used and worked quite well for the club’s event.

Photos by Dauna Ditson

New event, and new bleachers, at CVC

Submitted by Coach Hermann Mauthner Invermere Judo On Saturday, December 8th, the Invermere Judo Club held its first (for us) Petite Samurai at the Columbia Valley Centre. Petite Samurai is a more or less introduction to Judo practises, warm ups, body movement by oneself and also close contact with other athletes. It also incorporates breakfalls, some throws and ground work called ne waza, followed by games. It is focusing on body movements and balance. The major objective is to have fun, and that was had by all locals and guest judokas from Fernie, Cranbrook, Jaffray and Creston.

Spectators, parents and friends also enjoyed the new bleachers at the Columbia Valley Centre, which enabled everybody to oversee the whole mat area (tatame).

The Petite Samurai was also an opportunity for Thomaz Stich to be evaluated for his dojo instructor level. Congratulations to Thomaz, who now is a fully certified dojo instructor and coach in Judo. The Invermere Judo Club now has six qualified coaches and instructors from level one to three.

The Petite Samurai was followed by Kata demonstration and practise, instructed by sensei Fred Gietz from

Thank you to all who came out for

Friday Night Shopping

Submitted photo Fernie with all advanced judokas participating.

Practises are Mondays from 5:30 – 8 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8 p.m. See you on the tatame.

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• Free Admission • Free Hot Dogs • Juice and Goodies • Coffee • Kids Store • Kids Crafts • Letters to Santa • Vendors and more! Visit from Santa 1 pm to 2 pm Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest 2 pm to 3 pm Door Prizes ~ Everyone welcome!

For more information call 250-349-5447.

December 14, 2018

Silver Strings reunited

By Leah Scheitel Special to the Pioneer Past members of the Silver Strings, a ukulele ensemble from JA Laird School, are invited to reunite for a possible performance in February. The invitation is extended by Bruce Childs, who founded the group in 1991 and was the director for 16 years.

“I was approached by one of the organizers of Mountain Film Fest that is coming in February to the new community hall and he just presented an idea,” said Mr. Childs. Film Fest organizer, Bill Johnson, wanted to know if Silver Strings alumni would be interested in playing at the MountainFilm on Tour, set to take place from February 8th to February 9th.

Mr. Childs liked the idea and reached out to Lisa O’Sullivan, the current director of the group, to see if there would be interest for the alumni to play with the current ensemble.

“The new director, Lisa O’Sullivan, is quite positive about the idea,” said Mr. Childs, “We will accompany the new group, which is quite a big, vibrant young group on some of their songs and maybe do one of our old special songs.”

Mr. Childs has gauged interest about an alumni reunion on Facebook and through word of mouth and has received many messages in support of the idea, including from some who are no longer local to the area.

“I got a comment from a boy who now lives in New York City,” Mr. Childs said. “He said, ‘Please do that, I wish I could be there.’ He’s a professional bass

player. He first learned how to play the bass in Silver Strings.”

Other alums have expressed interest, including Heather McLeod.

“Silver Strings alumni have grown up to become parents and business owners, PhDs, Olympians and more,” she told the Columbia Valley Pioneer. “I love the idea of us all playing our ukes together and singing the songs we played as kids.

‘Bruce has introduced thousands of local kids to music over the decades and it’s already amazing to see how far those ripples have spread,” she added.

Mr. Childs started Silver Strings after being inspired by another similar group.

“A group came in my very first year of teaching at Laird School in 1990/91.

It was a group from New Denver called Super Ukes,” he explained. “The director of that group said, ‘If you want something you’ll never regret, start a group like this’.”

Mr. Childs started Silver Strings the next year, with 21 students in Grades 5 and 6, and it grew from there. At its height, Mr. Childs estimates the group boasted 60 members, and he escorted them on a “trip of a lifetime” to perform in Hawaii in 2006.

Mr. Childs is inviting any alumnus interested in performing once again to a meeting at the music portable at JA Laird School on Thursday, December 13th, at 7 p.m.

If there is enough interest in a performance, Mr. Childs and the Silver Strings alumni will continue to meet and practice on Thursdays in the new year to prepare for the performance in February.

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December 14, 2018

KINBASKET WATER & SEWER COMPANY LTD.

SHUSWAP INDIAN BAND

3A – 492 ARROW ROAD, INVERMERE, BC V0A 1K2 TEL: 250-341-3678 • FAX: 250-341-3683 www.ShuswapBand.net

N O T I C E O F W AT E R TA R I F F A U T H O R I T Y Notice is hereby given that Kinbasket Water and Sewer Company Ltd. has adopted a new Water Tariff No. 1 regulating customer rates and terms for service effective June 26, 2018.

This Tariff applies to all existing and new customers of Kinbasket Water and Sewer Company Ltd. receiving water service from the utility.

The Tariff is available for public viewing at the main office of the utility at Shuswap Indian Band’s Administration Office located at the address above between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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N O T I C E O F P R O P E R T Y TA X A U T H O R I T Y NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE BUYERS AND LESSEES OF PROPERTY INTERESTS ON SHUSWAP INDIAN RESERVE NO. 0 Please be advised that when purchasing property interests located on Shuswap Indian Reserve No. 0 (the “Reserve”), those interests will be subject to the Shuswap Indian Band Property Taxation Law, 2008 (“Taxation Law”), and the Shuswap Indian Band Property Assessment Law, 2008 (the “Assessment Law”) Under the Taxation Law, Shuswap Indian Band may make laws respecting taxation for local purposes of reserve lands, interests in reserve lands or rights to occupy, possess or use reserve lands; The Taxation Law also requires that all interests in the Reserve be registered with the British Columbia Assessment Authority (“BCAA”) For the property assessment process, the Shuswap Indian Band has contracted with the British Columbia Assessment Authority (BCAA) to assess real property. BCAA uses the guidelines set out in the Shuswap Indian Band’s Assessment Law. Properties are assessed at actual value as of July 1 of the year during which the assessment roll is completed. The value is determined, considering the physical condition and permitted use of the property, on October 31 (December 31 for manufactured homes).

Manny on the mend Submitted by Alpine Canada Canadian alpine ski racer Manuel Osborne-Paradis, 34, of Invermere, was released from Calgary’s Hospital Thursday, December 6th, to focus on his recovery.

Mr. Osborne-Paradis suffered a complex tibial plateau fracture and received reconstruction and soft tissue management surgery while in hospital. Mr. Osborne-Paradis will not be available for interviews at this time as he focuses on his recovery and return to the snow.

The Invermere-based Olympian crashed in the first training run at the Lake Louise Audi FIS World Cup, Wednesday, November 21st.

“I entered into the 2018/19 World Cup season healthy, fit and ready to compete,” said Mr. Osborne-Paradis. “Unfortunately this setback at the start of the season was not how I wanted to begin the year. My doctors are optimistic that based on my top physical conditioning and the success of the surgeries, I will be on-track for a timely recovery and into a back to snow plan as per schedule.”

“I’m sad I’ll miss the tour this year,” said Osborne-Paradis, “but I am very excited to cheer on my teammates and see what kind of momentum Val Grenier’s 5th place in Lake Louise will bring to our team.”

Manuel Osborne-Paradis, better

‘I am progressing day by day but the process has been long” writes Manny in this post on Instagram about his recovery.

Photo courtesy Instagram manny_ski known as Manny, has been on the Canadian men’s Alpine speed team since 2004 and participated in four Olympic Games.

He won bronze in super-G at the 2017 World Championships in St-Moritz and claimed 11 World Cup podiums over his career to date.

You can follow his return to snow efforts on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manny_ski/.

If you are considering purchasing or leasing property on the Reserve, please contact the Shuswap Indian Band Property Taxation Department to discuss these matters, and other matters related to the taxation of property interests on the Reserve.

The Taxation Department can be reached at (250) 341-3678 (Ext. 1003), or by email at: dof@shuswapband.net between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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NOTICE OF LAND CODE AUTHORIT Y The Shuswap Indian Band Land Code was enacted on February 1, 2015.

Under the Land Code, any grant or disposition of a lease, license, easement or permit on Reserve to a non-Shuswap member requires the written consent of Shuswap Chief and Council (s. 30.5). Additionally, no interest in the Reserve can be transferred or assigned (by way of leasehold or otherwise) without the written consent of Council (s. 35.3). Moreover, any document which purports to grant or dispose of such interests without Council consent will be deemed void (s. 30.3).

Furthermore, the Land Code requires that all interests in the Reserve be registered in the First Nation Lands Register, absent which they will not be enforceable (s. 28). As a result, “buckshee leases” (leases which have not followed the appropriate procedures set out in the Land Code and which have not been registered accordingly) are not enforceable and are strongly discouraged by the Shuswap Indian Band.

Finally, we note that pursuant to the Land Code, Shuswap Indian Band has the right to make laws on a variety of land related matters which may impact on the property to be purchased.

Given this, we ask that all potential buyers or sellers of property on Reserve be aware of the Land Code authority. We further ask that you direct all interested in purchasing property on the Reserve to make an appointment with the Shuswap Indian Band Lands Department to discuss these matters at (250) 341-3678 (Ext. #1014), or landclerk@shuswapband.net. Obtain a copy at the Administration Officer or download from: www. shuswapband.net/images/_pdfs/LandCode.pdf.

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Holiday Office Closure

Our office will be closed from December 22nd, 2018 thru Jan. 1st, 2019.

We will re-open for business on January 2nd.

Please note our firm advertising deadlines: Edition

Booking Deadline

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December 20th

Friday, December 14th at noon

Monday, December 17th

December 27th

Friday, December 14th at noon

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January 3rd

Monday, December 17th at noon Wednesday, December 19th

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season.

The staff of the Pioneer

December 14, 2018

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 19

Holiday Recycle Guide Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - it all adds up!

Wrapping Paper

Ribbons & Bows

All paper based wrapping paper can be recycled in the yellow bins or Invermere’s blue bag program.

Foil based papers cannot be recycled and should be thrown in the garbage if they can’t be saved and reused.

Please consider paper based paper when purchasing gift wrap.

These cannot be recycled.

They can be reused or put in the garbage.

Cardboard Boxes All cardboard and boxboard (like cracker and cereal boxes) are recyclable. Please flatten them to conserve space in the bin or blue bag.

Tin Cans All tin food and beverage cans can be recycled.

They must be rinsed out. Labels can be left on if they are difficult to remove.

Aluminum Pie Plates & Roasters

Glass

Styrofoam

Electronics

These cannot be recycled in the Columbia Valley.

The only recycling depot for tin roasters, foil etc. is the Cranbrook Bottle Depot.

Even though Styrofoam is marked with a #6, it is NOT recyclable in our program. The only place in the East Kootenay that Styrofoam can be recycled is the Cranbrook Bottle Depot.

Plastics

All plastics with the triangular recycling symbol and number between 1 and 6 (except Styrofoam) can be recycled in the yellow bins or Invermere’s blue bag program.

They must be clean and every piece of plastic must be numbered.

Lids often are a different type of plastic, and if there is no number on the item, it goes in the garbage if it can’t be reused.

Plastics Not Accepted: #7 plastics, dirty plastics, plastics with no number.

They go in the garbage if they can’t be reused.

Glass goes in the yellow bins marked GLASS ONLY. The ONLY glass accepted for recycling is container glass. That means jam jars, salsa jars, wine bottles, olive oil bottles, etc.

NO other glass (including dishes or drinking glasses) is accepted. If in doubt, please leave it out.

Glass bins are located at the Columbia Valley Landfill, Edgewater Post Office, Fairmont Transfer Station, Invermere Industrial Park, Invemere Bottle Depot, and Radium Liquor Store

Batteries

The electronics recycling depot for the this area is: Invermere Bottle Depot 133 Industrial Rd. #2 Phone: 250-342-7272 Hours: Tues-Fri 9:00am-3:45pm Sat 10:00am-3:45pm They accept: • Televisions • DVD/VHS • Telephones • Computers, players • Speakers peripherals • Scanners • Radios (keyboard, • Stereos • Cable, mouse) • MP3 players satellite and • Monitors • Tablets PVR boxes • Fax • Earphones Machines • Microphones

One of the items people seem to stock up on at this time of year is batteries. Both alkaline and rechargeable batteries are recyclable.

The following locations in Invermere accept batteries: Home Hardware, Rona - Northstar Hardware, Selkirk Cellular & Office Supplies, and The Source, Invermere

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Dec.21 Dec.24-28 Dec.31 Jan.1 Jan.2

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9:00am-3:30pm Closed 9:00am-3:30pm Closed 9:00am-6:00pm

For more information, contact the RDEK at 1-888-478-7335

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HERE TO SERVE YOU

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Unknown soldiers honoured at CVC

By Dorothy Isted DOI CVC Fundraising Committee

Richard Forster was killed when his Royal Air Force plane was shot down in 1944 over Germany, yet his name is not on the Invermere cenotaph. He was the son of Firlands Ranch owners but had left the community with his mother as a child. Harold Braathen suffered the same fate in France, also shot down in 1944. His father

Your Local

worked for the Dominion Experimental Farm here but the family had moved out of the Valley prior to the war.

However, his name is on the cenotaph.

Inspired by the Legion’s banner project in downtown Invermere, the District of Invermere Columbia Valley Centre’s (CVC) fundraising committee decided to raise money for retractable seating while at the same time honouring Canadian veterans from the valley who sacrificed their lives in wars. A grant request of $34,000

with the BC Museum Association was approved, which paid for 42 of the planned 200 seats.

Plaques will be affixed to the arms of 42 CVC chairs with the names of the servicemen from our Valley who died at war. But there is a mystery surrounding some of them.

Starting with Invermere’s cenotaph and the memorial plaque now located in the CVC, research was done Continued on page 24 . . .

COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE

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December 14, 2018

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S IN MEMORIAL S Gerald (Gerry) Wayne Miller Our beloved Father, Grandfather and Husband

June 3rd, 1940 December 14th, 2010

Eight years ago Gerry left this earth but his legacy lives on through…

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Have a Merry “Real Christmas Tree” Christmas.

Cheers to all the buyers for supporting SPARK (JA Laird’s Grade 5/6 Elementary Entrepreneurs) at the BIG Christmas Craft Fair. Much appreciated!

Cheers to Kathy the incredible foot nurse and the amazing work she does for foot health.

I was petrified, but she was so gentle and talked me through it.

I am so appreciative to be on the way to healing my feet/toes. You are amazing!

Cheers to all the businesses and crafters from Invermere to Canal Flats that donated to the FHSR Christmas Gala Balloon Pop. It was a huge success. All the proceeds will be donated to the Columbia Valley Christmas Bureau.

Cheers to Kootenay Behind the Seams quilt store for the donation of the Christmas center pieces for the resident’s tables at CGV - Ivy House! They are beautiful and brought a lot of smiles to the residents.

Cheers to the person who left the stationary exercise bike at the Edgewater transfer station last weekend. My elderly mother loves it! We will pay it forward.

Cheers to the valley businesses that have contributed to the annual Wilmer Christmas Eve fireworks, also a massive Cheers to all individuals that made a donation to make this such a spectacular event.

Cheers to all the staff at the Black Forest Restaurant for hosting an outstanding 3 course dinner for volunteers and members of the Invermere Health Care Auxiliary Society. We will be back!

Huge Cheers to the ladies at Westlands Insurance, best customer service in the Valley.

You exemplify why I shop locally.

• his personal and professional commitment to giving back to this world • fond memories of Ger’s passions and his keen sense of humour • the lives of his much loved wife, daughters and grandsons Ger, you will always enrich our lives.

With deep love, Bendina, Barb, Mike, Cole and Adam, Pam, Chris and Sam. BUYING OR SELLING

S OBITUARY S Rombach, Werner Rudolf

CALL 250-341-1202

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Cheers to all the people who organized and attended The Hospice Tree Lighting in Fairmont Hot Springs. Extra Cheers to Carolyn and Loretto for holding me up so that I could remain standing during the service.

Big Cheers to Trevor and staff from GeePa Marine for their kindness and great service in taking good care of our travel trailer, we really appreciate it.

Cheers to my parent’s neighbour Jazz for putting up their Christmas lights again this year!

I am so grateful that you’re there to help them and such an awesome neighbour!

Cheers to Ilona. You are such a caring fun thoughtful and lovely friend. I appreciate you for who you are.

June 14, 1932 – December 7, 2018 It is with great sadness that the family of Werner Rudolf Rombach announces his passing on December 7, 2018 in Invermere, British Columbia. Werner was born on June 14, 1932 in Titisee, Germany.

He has been the beloved husband of Mary Ann for 39 years. A kind and gentle man, he was loved by those who knew him. He worked here from 1956 as an auto mechanic and builder. His passion was hunting. We shall all miss his warm and happy smile and twinkling eyes.

Werner will be lovingly remembered by his wife Mary Ann, his cousins Konrad Mueller and Walter Mueller and all their families.

Werner was predeceased by his parents Karl and Maria, siblings Art, Hildegard, Agnes, Karl, Peter, Paul and Hedwig. Werner was the youngest.

A gathering of friends will take place at Werner’s home on Friday December 14, 2018 from 1 pm – 5 pm. All who care about Werner are welcome.

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Cheers to Linda Blakley and her friends for bringing in the beautiful Christmas wreaths to CGV - Ivy House for the residents.

They loved them and were so happy to get them!

Cheers to Dorothy; an amazing, caring employee, and her friend Kathy for coming up with a plan to create Donna’s winter cozy that fits over her while in the wheelchair. Now Donna can be comfortable and enjoy the fresh winter weather. You two have big, kind hearts! Much appreciated!

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Cheers to Steve and Lori and all the friendly, helpful staff you employ at Sobeys. No request is too much to ask. Your customer service is SUPERIOR, and we love shopping at your store.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

2002 F350 Lariat Dually. Comes with 16,000 lb Warn winch, box rack, 6 new tires, running boards, trailer pkg, sold with or w/o Northern Light camper.

288,0000 kms. $11,000 for truck, $5,500 for camper. Excellent condition. Call 250-342-5116.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Our office will be closed from December 22nd, 2018 thru Jan. 1st, 2019.

We will re-open for business on January 2nd.

Please note our firm classified advertising deadlines: Edition

Booking Deadline

We give thanks to Dr. Schaffer and the Invermere Hospital nursing staff, who looked so carefully after Werner in his final week.

December 20th

Friday, December 14th at noon

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at www.mcphersonfh.com

December 27th

Friday, December 14th at noon

January 3rd

Monday, December 17th at noon

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December 14, 2018

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 23

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

ANNOUNCEMENT

LOST AND FOUND

A big Cheers to Deb at the Farside Pub in Fairmont. Your dedication and hard work are appreciated by the locals who are very proud of you. Thee pub looks fantastic after a much needed face-lift.

Cheers to whoever found my wallet and returned it to the Credit Union. Much appreciated!

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

FOUND: Cat in Radium on Copperhorn Dr., Dec. 4th. Adult male, not neutered, approx. 3 yrs. old. Short black fur, white bib with long white whiskers and eyebrows. Scared, but friendly. Call ICAN at 250-3417888.

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.

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

A big Christmas Cheers to George Gray and his elves for the gorgeous Christmas display in Fairmont. A sight to behold for young and old.

Cheers to Margo Cain the amazing baker and beautiful face behind “Gimme Some Sugar Candy Co.”. You have been my go-to Christmas gift supply for 4 years now. Hope you get better and have a great holiday!

Cheers to all the friendly, helpful staff at Mountainside Market in Radium. Shopping at your store is a pleasure because you are all so obliging. Merry Christmas.

Cheers to the person that left a Christmas tree at the Fairmont dump. You made a little boy’s Christmas.

Cheers to Carol, Paul and Ken. Three good Samaritans who stopped to help me with a flat tire in Sobeys parking lot on Monday, December 10th. Merry Christmas!

Cheers to Dr. Edward Schaeffer and your professional, friendly staff at Chisel Peak Medical Centre. You make visiting the doctor a very pleasant experience. Merry Christmas to all of you.

ANNOUNCEMENT 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.

VOLUNTEERS

ATTENTION ASPIRING MUSICIANS from Parson to Canal Flats: applications are open for the Steamboat Mountain Music Bursary.

Musicians of all levels and any age may apply. Funds may be used for workshops, music camps, lessons, master classes, college, or university music programs. Deadline: December 31. For further information, phone 250-347-9860. www. steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca.

LOST AND FOUND “People Helping People in our Community”

Volunteer Columbia Valley A new website connecting volunteers with local organizations.

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Watch this section for upcoming volunteer opportunities!

Board Member

The Summit Youth Centre Hub Invermere, BC. Starting Immediately 3-6 hours per month ~ 1 spot available.

For more information visit www.volunteercv.ca

FOR GOOD. FOR COMMUNITY. FOR EVER. WWW.VALLEYFOUNDATION.CA

FOUND: Cat in Spur Valley approx. November 28th. Adult female, spayed, Black/Brown short hair Tabby. Has a notch in right ear. Very friendly. Call ICAN at 250-341-7888.

FOUND: Keys at Pothole Park with blue key tag. Turned into the District Office, call 250-3429281 to claim.

STORAGE NEWHOUSE STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units. Call 250-342-3637.

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

Beautiful views backs on to Springs Golf course. All appliances, fireplace, fully furnished. 2 car garage. N/S, N/P, references please. $1,650/mo, call 250-342-3790.

Fully furnished condo for rent on Lake Windermere. December to April for ski season. Contact 403-257-3415 for details. Only serious inquires please.

1-bdrm + den Condo at ‘The Peaks’ in Radium. 2nd floor unit (elevator), 6 appliances, indoor parking stall and storage, utilities and strata fees (pool and hot tub access) incl. N/S and No Pets. $850/mo + $425 D.D. Email stratacorp@radiumpeaks. com or call 1-866-364-7424 ext. 3.

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Have a Merry “Real Christmas Tree” Christmas.

Acreage for sale, 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.

MISC. FOR SALE Have a Merry “Real Christmas Tree” Christmas.

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

Dry fir firewood for sale. $300 per cord delivered.

Call 250-688-0373.

VEHICLES FOR SALE 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 truck, short box. Canopy included. Call 250-342-6349.

RV FOR SALE 2003 Terry fifth wheel, 24.5’ RK Trailer. Two solar Panels, four new batteries. Wiring for C-PAP machine. Phone 250-342-6349.

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

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

Painting to Perfection Celebrating 25 Years Interior/Exterior Residential/Commercial Log Cabin Restoration/Chinking Smooth Spray Finishes Kitchen Cabinet Restoration Furniture Refinishing Deck Restoration Very High Quality Workmanship Ask about our Winter Specials Taylor & Lula Howe 250-341-1125.

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Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca.

Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Thank you for your votes Best of Business Awards!

Blinds, Drapery, Phantom Screens & more 250-342-5749, shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca.

B.B.’s Home & Lawn Care Services: Residential Cleaning and House Checks, Renovations/Handyman Services. Book now for snow removal. 250-688-2897 or 403861-8782.

HELP WANTED 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.

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

Strands Old House Restaurant is accepting applications for a full-time chef. Experience in casual fine dining an asset. Evenings and weekends. Apply to Tony Wood at tony@strandsrestaurant.com or 250-342-6344.

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HELP WANTED Administrative/Logistics Assistant Eagle-Eye Tours is based in Windermere and is Canada’s largest birding tour operator, offering 40+ tours worldwide each year. To keep the show on the road, we need someone who can handle correspondence with our clients and help pull these tours off without a hitch. This is a long-term position anticipated to be 3 – 4 days/week. You will have a variety of tasks to keep you busy from researching hotels in Australia to responding to clients interested in visiting the Arctic. This office-based job requires that you can manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Core responsibilities include: • Client correspondence (inquiries, invoicing, etc.)

• Logistics (booking of hotels, vehicles and flights) Requirements include: • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, email) • Ability to work independently • Excellent customer service skills • Excellent communication skills (written & oral) • Rigorous attention to detail and strong organizational skills • Ability to manage competing priorities • An interest in travel • Familiarity with social media Additional beneficial skills or experience could include: • Graphic design • Marketing (web or print) • Bookkeeping • An interest in birds and birding We offer a competitive wage, flexibility, interesting work, and a collegial positive work environment. We anticipate work beginning early January.

Please submit your resume and a brief story about a personal travel experience by noon on December 17th to Cam via travel@eagle-eye.com.

Ph: 250-342-8640

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December 14, 2018

HELP WANTED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Columbia River Treaty Research Coordinator Term Position The Shuswap Indian Band is located in the beautiful Columbia Valley near Invermere, BC. The Territorial Stewardship and the Rights & Title Department is responsible for conducting research on reserve and within the Secwepemc Territory to assert and preserve our Indigenous identity, history and archaeological finds.

The Columbia River Treaty Research Coordinator will work in partnership with the Secwepemc communities, elders, knowledge keepers and members in the Secwepemc territory to develop a comprehensive report on the relationship of the Shuswap Indian Band and historic Columbia River salmon populations.

Educational and requirements: • High School (Grade 12) or higher in a related field Expertise required: • Knowledge of Secwepemc culture, traditions, ceremonies • Strong information & records management skills • Superior computer/MS Office suite capability • Experience in conducting research of a historical, cultural and technical nature through literature and interviews • Experience in report writing, development and delivery of presentations to a diverse audience Other requirements: • Interest in the relationship between the Shuswap Indian Band and historic salmon populations and a passion of meeting the research needs of the Band.

• Preference given to candidates with knowledge of Secwepmec language and culture • The office is located near Invermere, BC. This term position ends at the conclusion of the deliverable (spring 2019).

• Position to start in early January 2019 For a full job description or to apply contact the Shuswap Indian Band, #3A-492 Arrow Road, Invermere, BC V0A 1K2.

Fax: 250-341-3683. Email: dcote@shuswapband.net Deadline for Applications: January 5, 2019 at 4 p.m

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Receptionist Casual / Relief

The Shuswap Indian Band is located in the beautiful Columbia Valley near Invermere, BC and operates two office buildings that are host to its many member, client and customer programs and services. The Band is seeking a qualified and motivated casual, relief receptionist.

Customer Service/Program Assistant Have you heard about the brand-new Rec Centre at Akisq’nuk?

Are you interested in being a part of this amazing sport and recreation facility? Keep reading….

The Columbia Lake Rec Centre is looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals to fill several year-round Customer Service/Program Assistant positions. Successful applicants will be responsible for helping run the day to day operations at the facility; assisting guests and members, making bookings and managing passes, setting up and taking down equipment, assisting user groups and a variety of daily tasks to ensure the safe, efficient operation of the recreation centre.

Core Responsibilities will include; • Daily opening, cash out procedures and software updates • Selling of memberships, day passes and merchandise • Care and set up of equipment • Assisting members and user groups as necessary including set up and tear down • Monitoring of safety protocols Qualifications include; • Proven customer service skills and ability to work independently • Experience with team sports and recreation facilities is an asset • Familiarity with computers and applications such as MS Office • Ability to move and set up/tear down large equipment

Supporting the entire organization, the receptionist is required to receive all visitors, route phone calls, handle various administrative duties throughout the day between the hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with no exceptions). The ideal candidate will have the ability to work effectively in diverse environment where change and flexibility is essential. The receptionist will be responsible for providing a high level of initiative, integrity, reliability, confidentiality and professionalism.

Educational qualifications: • Completion of Grade 12, or equivalent • Minimum 2 years reception and/or switchboard experience • Computer training and office equipment experience • Ability to interact positively with council, staff, members, public and professional service providers • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality • Must be flexible; this position covers sick/vacation relief and you may not get much notice to come into work Additional requirements: • Criminal Record Check • Preference will be given to Shuswap Indian Band members that live in the region For a full job description or to apply contact the Shuswap Indian Band, #3A-492 Arrow Road, Invermere, BC V0A 1K2.

Fax: 250-341-3683. Email: dops@shuswapband.net Deadline for Applications: January 5, 2019 at 4 p.m

Please submit resume and cover letter, by January 4, 2019, to Bryan Armstrong, Columbia Lake Rec Centre Coordinator barmstrong@akisqnuk.org

Just a reminder… The classified deadline is 12 noon Friday.

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. . . ‘Unknown’ from 21 on those men. There’s information available on most of the casualties. But problems were encountered locating any data on a few who had served in the two world wars.

As well, names have been discovered of some men who had died yet never made it onto the memorial plaque or the cenotaph.

What should be done about them - the deceased fighting men never honoured, or those inscribed names we have no information on? Valley residents are familiar with the cenotaph but some may never have seen the plaque that had resided in the old community hall and now has a home in the meeting room behind Invermere’s Library in the CVC. Who were these men? How long had they lived here? Why were they never mentioned?

These Valley men lost their lives in service to our country and deserve to be remembered. Why are there men whose names have been discovered but no history of them can be found in the museum? Perhaps there are people in the Valley or beyond, who know who these men were, or know of family who can enlighten us with some facts.

Their names are A.D. Kennedy, K. Matthews, D.S. McLeod, M.J. Walsh and N. Brown from the First World War. And A. Johnson, D. MacLeod, J. McCrimmon, W. Straith (or Strath), H.S. Taylor, T. Trollope and H. Younger from the Second World War. Please contact me with any details you may have by calling 250-342-3826 or emailing me at isted@shaw.ca.

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December 14, 2018

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 25 DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

914 – 8th Avenue, PO Box 339 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Tel: 250-342-9281 • Fax: 250-342-2934

2019 SCHEDULE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL The District of Invermere Council meets regularly throughout the year on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office (914 – 8th Avenue, Invermere).

Windermere Valley Bantam team were the gold medal winners of the Missoula, Montana Tournament.

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MINOR HOCKEY MINUTE Submitted by Windermere Minor Hockey Society The Bantam team travelled to Missoula, Montana to play in a tournament that included some outdoor games.

One player said, it was fun to see the mountains while playing a hockey game. The team beat several teams to advance to the finals against Missoula. They won this game and the tournament. Lucas Pfiscerer and Luke Schaal both had hat tricks during the tournament. The goalies and defence had outstanding games allowing only 3 goals throughout the tournament.

The Peewee A team hosted their home tournament this past weekend. They battled Division 2 Calgary teams as well as rep teams from Kimberley and Sicamous. While they fell short of making the final, they played very well and had a winning record of 2 wins, a tie and a loss.

Their final game against Springbank was tied after 60 minutes resulting in a shootout. Caden Williams scored for the Rockies and then Ryan Tamelin stopped three straight shooters sealing the victory. Players of game for the weekend were Payton Kruger, Ryan Digney, Conner Brooks and Ryan Tamelin.

The Peewee B team travelled to Kimberley where they won their first game of the year, beating Banff 7-1.

The positional play of the team was much improved in that game and in the tournament. Jessie MacIntosh was stellar in goal playing all 4 games. Players of the games were Bryce Nicholas-Hall, Carson Scheffer, Cameron

Charette, and Keira Neal. Cameron Charette had a hat trick in the Banff game.

The Atom team travelled to Creston where they won 2 games and lost 1 in the round robin, typing them for a chance at the final. But because of goals for and against, they played Coeur d’Alene for third. They lost in a close game 2-1. Players of the games were Calden Stanbury, Chase Kinsey, Cohen Lawrick, and Tyler McGowan; Calden Stanbury had a hat trick during the tournament.

The Senior Girls played two games this past weekend with a very short bench. They lost to Piikani, in Brockett, AB 4-2. They fought hard and outshot the opposition in a great game. Saturday they travelled to Okotoks and were down by 1 starting the 3rd period, but ran out of gas, losing 8-4.

The Midget Rockies played their final game of 2018 in Canal Flats this past Thursday against Cranbrook. The Rockies came out strong in the first period building a 3-0 lead and holding on for a 7-4 win. Goal scorers were Datton Durning getting the hat trick, Mathew Cable netting a pair, along with Nolan Douglas and Nic Irons adding singles. Sunny Langton played strong defensively and her brother Skeeter held the fort between the pipes with many stellar saves. Jed McIntyre and Morgan Clarke also had strong games creating chances. With the victory, the Midgets go into 2019 holding the top spot in the EK league with 4 victories and 1 loss.

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January 8th & 22nd

July 9th

February 12th & 26th

August 13th

March 12th & 26th

September 10th

April 9th & 23rd

October 8th & 22nd

May 14th & 28th

November 12th & 26th

June 11th & 25th

December 10th

Agendas are posted on our website www.invermere.net prior to the meetings.

REMINDER GIFT DISTRIBUTION DATE: December 18th, 1 - 7 p.m. at The Columbia Valley Centre

SPONORED GIFT PACKAGES:

Must be delivered to The Columbia Valley Centre, December 18th, 8 a.m. - noon.

ANGEL TREE GIFTS:

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Want to sponsor an individual or family or make a donation? Connect with the Christmas Bureau at cvcb@shaw.ca or call Angie at 250-342-2611.

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FINAL REMINDER: FOODSAFE Level 1 Recertification Effective January 16, 2019, only individuals with a valid FOODSAFE Level 1 certificate issued in BC will be eligible to register for the online FOODSAFE Level 1 Refresher course if they wish to renew their certification.

If an individual’s FOODSAFE certificate expired on July 29, 2018 or later, they have until January 15, 2019 to register for the online Refresher course.

Beginning January 16, 2019, all individuals with expired FOODSAFE Level 1 certificates will be required to take the regular FOODSAFE Level 1 course available online, in person or by distance or an approved course that has been deemed equivalent.

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For further information, please visit foodsafe.ca/recertify.html or call 250-370-4781

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Darryl Stettler celebrates a good game with his new hockey team in Switzerland. He reports that he is playing a lot of hockey, and having a lot of fun too.

“I am still trying my hardest here and trying never to give up, also trying for all my Canadian hockey buddies that helped make it possible for me,” he writes in an email update. Mr. Stettler, an Invermere resident, is currently on a hockey contract to Switzerland for a season.

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Invermere Council is looking for people with a history of community involvement and a desire to participate in an Operations Advisory Working Group for the new Columbia Valley Centre. Four excellent opportunities are available to serve your community for a two-year term.

WHAT DOES AN OPERATIONS ADVISORY WORKING GROUP DO? The Operations Advisory Working Group is to provide advisory services to Council as it relates to programming and marketing of the facility and other duties as assigned by Council.

The Working Group will be comprised of two (2) members from the District of Invermere and two (2) members from the community at large encompassing the District of Invermere and the RDEK. Preference will be given to those individuals who demonstrate experience in events programming, event marketing and management and other skills related to operations of a community facility.

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HOW TO APPLY: People who are interested in participating in this Working Group are invited to submit a resume to: Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer District of Invermere 914 8th Avenue, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 cao@invermere.net The deadline for the submission of all resumes to the municipal office is December 21st, 2018.

The annual Valley Voices concert is always a crowd-pleaser, with the audience filling the sanctuary and spilling over into the foyer at Christ Church Trinity.

A copy of the terms of reference can be picked up at the municipal office for more information.

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FAITH

Find awe this Christmas season

By Pastor Matt Moore Lake Windermere Alliance Church I used to be really bothered when Christmas time would roll around and I knew I’d be reading posts on Facebook containing complaints about not being able to say “Merry Christmas” and being forced to start saying “Happy Holidays”. I used to be bothered by people with that bee in their bonnet about not calling it a “Christmas Tree” but a “Holiday Tree”. Christmas wraps a lot of emotion in itself and disperses it like hurricane Katrina. The funny thing is that this is the second year that I have a child at home at Christmas time. He will be one year and two months old. He doesn’t really

comprehend any of these emotions, debates or even what Christmas is or isn’t. I do know that he finds awe before he goes to bed and we turn all the lights off except the tree. He stands and looks up at that tree with wonder and amazement. He doesn’t worry about lyrics in a song, suggestive or not, he doesn’t worry about what you call your tree or what goes on top, star or angel. He is amazed at the awesomeness, at the pure mystery of everything going on around him. Christmas hasn’t been tainted for him yet. He hasn’t had a Christmas morning away from loved ones, he hasn’t not received what he asked Santa for, he hasn’t frozen his toes off three years in a row at the parade. Christmas season should still hold its awe, wonder and mystery. The mystery is that God gave us the gift of His son, Jesus, Emmanuel, God with us. People stood in awe, wonder and mystery of Jesus his whole life; why?

Because Jesus’ life wasn’t all about trees, lyrics, and gifts.

It was about loving and serving those around him with intense passion.

Shuswap open house Kayleigh, 8, snacks on frybread while she and Riva Stevens study the map at the Panorama Mountain Resort booth during the Shuswap community open house Thursday, December 6th.

Represented at the open house were 27 different ministries, businesses and organizations the Shuswap Band consults with for various portfolios. The band held the event to encourage their community members to meet with their diverse range of partners.

Chief Barb Cote asserted the importance of the face-to-face time for community members and partner organizations to provide insight to community members on the scale and scope of work in which the Shuswap band is involved.

“I’m hoping our community gets to learn about what we do every day,” she said, adding she would definitely call this open house a success with the number of participating partners and the turnout of members and greater community attendees. “When I look around the room, I see the community smiling; that to me is a win, just being the chief of a community that’s so involved, so interested.”

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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.

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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.

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TORCHLIGHT PARADE AT THE SKI HILL PARADE & FIREWORKS AT 6:00PM SHARP

DINNER BUFFET 3 SEATINGS AT 4:30PM, 6:30PM & 8:30PM

NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER 5:00-9:00PM

ADULTS $36 | SENIORS $25 CHILDREN 10YRS & UNDER $11

PANCAKE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 9:00–11:00AM IN ANTLERS AT THE LODGE RESTAURANT FOR $5 PER PERSON

3-COURSE, MIX & MATCH PLATED DINNER FOR $38 A LA CARTÉ MENU ALSO AVAILABLE

SWIM FREE ALL DAY

NEW YEAR’S EVE KIDS PARTY 6:00-10:00PM

AT OUR LEGENDARY NATURAL MINERAL HOT SPRINGS WITH A FOOD BANK DONATION

PIZZA PARTY, CRAFTS & GAMES, FOLLOWED BY DANCE & NYE COUNTDOWN AT 9:00PM IN THE CEDAR ROOM

ALL YOU CAN EAT PASTA NIGHT STARTS AT 5:00PM

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTIES 10:00PM IN BEAR’S PAW BAR & GRILL AND SPRUCE ROOM

ADULTS $17 | SENIORS $14 CHILDREN 10YRS & UNDER $11

DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY WITH THE SUNDOWN UPPERS, AND DJ BRUCE EP—NO COVER CHARGE.

PRIME RIB DINNER STARTS AT 5:00PM

FREE CHAMPAGNE AT MIDNIGHT

$3/OZ | MINIMUM 8OZ RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR DINNERS AND BRUNCHES

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NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS AT THE HISTORIC BATH HOUSE

AT 10:00PM NEW YEAR’S DAY BRUNCH 9:00AM-2:00PM