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August 9, 2013 Vol. 10/Issue 32

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 1 August 9, 2013

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Invermere MusicFest headliner, award-winning blues artist Shakura S’Aida (left), encourages a young festival-goer to show off her dance moves on stage on Sunday, August 6th. Shakura wowed the audience with her soulful voice and an electrifying world-class performance.

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Water resolution close at hand for Canal Flats

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff The beleaguered process around upgrading the Eagle’s Nest water system in Canal Flats, which Interior Health has ordered must come off boil water advisory by September 2013, is close to resolution. Voting packages requesting the creation of two bylaws will make their way into the hands of property owners in the water service areas later this month.

Officially labelled a “council initiative subject to petition against,” the package will ask residents if they support the merging of the Eagle’s Nest water system with that of Canal Flats proper, and if they support the borrowing of $2.3 million for the necessary capital upgrades. The bid for the project has already been put out to tender and, if the council initiative succeeds, Canal Flats council will select the lower bid.

“We wanted to get more realistic amounts; before it was just estimates,” said Village of Canal Flats mayor Ute Juras. “We put out a tender and that would have been subject to approval by the electorate, so the bids are good for 120 days and the bidders know that if it fails, we’re not going ahead with awarding the tender.”

Merging the water systems and using one water reservoir rather than two will save the village at least $335,000, she said. Additionally, a $400,000 provincial grant that must be applied towards supplying potable water to Eagle’s Nest residents by the end of March 2014 could then be used for the benefit of all Canal Flats residents, so total savings for the village would be roughly three quarters of a million dollars.

The council initiative is unique in that no action is required by residents who support the new bylaws, and it succeeds if fewer than 50 per cent of property owners owning

more than 50 per cent of the assessed value say no.

“They have to say no in writing,” said Mayor Juras, “and if more than 50 percent owning more than 50 per cent of the assessed value say no, then the initiative fails.”

An attempt to upgrade the Eagle’s Nest system as a standalone system was voted down by the subdivision’s property owners last year, who would have been on the hook for an annual parcel tax of $1,700. By merging the system with that of the village, one flat yearly parcel tax of $275 will be charged to all Canal Flats residents for 30 years to recover the cost of the $2.3 million loan.

Those residents not on the Eagle’s Nest system will benefit as merging the systems will improve residential water pressure and provide adequate reserves for fighting fires.

Continued on page 5 . . .

Kootenay National Park marks 10th anniversary of 2003 fire

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Kootenay National Park held a media event last week marking the ten-year anniversary of one of the park’s — and, indeed, one of Western Canada’s — most significant wildfires. The Kootenay Complex fire, as it eventually was called, began in early August 2003 as a series of five wildfires. Two of them ended up growing into the largest wildfire Kootenay National Park has ever recorded, covering a mind-boggling 17,400 hectares (or some 12.5 percent of the park). It was a remarkable fire, not just because of its sheer overwhelming size, but because it radically changed the way Parks Canada deals with wildfires. It also had an enormous — and positive — ecological impact.

“It was a pretty important event ecologically,” said Lake Louise Kootenay Yoho field unit resource conservation manager Rick Kubian, who was the field unit’s fire operations specialist in 2003, adding there is now a lot of flourishing post-fire vegetation in the north end of the park, where the Kootenay Complex fire burned.

Fire has played a role in the ecology of what is now Kootenay National Park for

centuries, but it wasn’t until the Kootenay Complex fire that Parks Canada really incorporated that idea into its management of the park, according to Mr. Kubian.

“It really changed the game for us; it changed our whole fire management plan,” he said. “We are actually managing fire in the north end of Kootenay National Park with a much lighter hand than we did previously.”

The same lighthanded approach was taken last year with the 1,000-hectare Octopus Mountain wildfire, and is being taken this year with the still-burning Numa Creek wildfire, which has grown to as large as 50 hectares since it started almost two weeks ago. Not only did the massive wildfire result in the fire management plan literally being rewritten, but it also changed public perception of fire in parks, according to Mr. Kubian.

“There used to be a human perception that wildfire is a disaster for the ecology of a certain area and this is just not the case. We’ve worked extensively with local stakeholders on that through the years. My perception is that many people Continued on page 31 . . .

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• During the August long weekend, Columbia Valley detachment members responded to 74 calls for service. Last year, we responded to 84 calls so it was a typical August long weekend.

• Traffic section advised there were 178 charges in the Park over the weekend — 144 speeding charges, four cars towed for excessive speeding, and one car towed due to the driver being a prohibited driver.

• Detachment members responded to numerous complaints of theft from vehicles. In the majority of these incidents, car doors were left unlocked.

• A number of complaints over the long weekend unfortunately involved dogs left in cars, abandoned or left tied up for days with no water or food. Animal control attended and seized the tied-up dog. Thanks to those who made observations and spoke up on behalf of the animals.

All were looked into.

• Boat patrols on the weekend resulted in charges of not enough life jackets for the number of people on board.

• Police responded to a number of calls and complaints of possible impaired drivers over the weekend. Due to the number of calls the members were on, not all cars were located. In some instances, the investigators did locate the car to determine the driving pattern observed was not alcohol related. Police continue to appreciate the calls and the public concern regarding possible impaired drivers.

• On Friday, August 2nd at 4:15 p.m., detachment members responded to a complaint of disturbance and mischief when an intoxicated family member was destroying property in the 2000 block of Kootenay #3 Road. A 34-year-old male was arrested for mischief and lodged in cells.

• On Friday, August 2nd at 10:25 p.m., a 41-yearold female from Invermere was checked operating a 2006 Chevrolet in the area of Industrial Park. The driver was given an ASD demand and blew a fail. The driver was issued a 90-day roadside suspension and the vehicle impounded.

• On Saturday, August 3rd at 9:56 p.m., as a result of a complaint regarding an adult supplying liquor to minors, police attended a residence and observed one male who the police were aware of was on conditions to not consume liquor. The 22-year-old male was arrested for

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breaching his conditions and will be appearing in Invermere Provincial Court on Monday, August 19th.

• On Sunday, August 4th at 2:30 a.m., detachment members responded to a disturbance between three adult females and five adult men near the Fairrmont Bungalows.

The initial argument was over dogs chasing kids in the area. The argument resulted in a physical confrontation. No charges were requested. One group agreed to pack up and depart in the morning.

• On Sunday, August 4th at 2 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment responded to a two-vehicle accident on Highway 93/95 at Bench Road in Windermere. A 2007 Toyota was southbound on the highway when a 2009 Lexus on Bench Road made a left turn in front of the southbound vehicle. No injuries to the drivers. The 60-year-old driver of the Lexus from Alberta was charged with fail to yield.

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Brewing hot sauce on the bayou

. . . ‘Water’ from page 3

Last year, as a test, Mr. Hunt tentatively set up at a few of the local farmers’ markets. His samples were a hit, to say the least, and this summer he’s turned his hot sauces Somewhere along the channels and reeds of the Co- into a full-fledged local business, selling bottles at the lumbia Valley wetlands — the Kootenay Bayou, if you farmers’ markets and at several stores around the valley. will — fourth-generation valley resident Dale Hunt is It’s also used by several restaurants in town, either on the brewing batches of his new hot sauce. table or in the food.

Okay, so Mr. Hunt technically makes his Kootenay “I never had the idea that it would be a business. I Bayou Voodoo Habanero hot sauces in the federally just wanted to see if I could make the perfect hot sauce,” certified kitchen at the Invermere Lions’ Hall. But you said Mr. Hunt, adding that during his test last year, he can’t sit in Mr. Hunt’s Wilmer backyard — with boats couldn’t keep up with demand. and floating gardens lolling on the muddy shore, creaky Turning his hot sauce into a commercial operation wooden boardwalks leading out through wetland grasses has been a steep learning curve, but halfway into the first and the air still with midday heat summer season Mr. Hunt is selling — and not wonder if maybe, just an average of 200 bottles a weekend maybe, ideas for new hot sauce fla(farmers’ markets still account for vours are going to bubble right up the bulk of sales) and sees plenty of out of the bayou. potential for growth once he has a The Deep South atmosphere is full season or two under his belt. thick enough you can slice it with “There’s been so much positive a knife and no surprise. Mr. Hunt feedback, I could see it being loved has been down there many a time all across Canada. I just can’t supply and it’s this influence, combined it yet,” he said. “The fun part is defiwith the influence of his extensive nitely selling it and watching people travels in Mexico and his Kootenay taste it. I’ve seen people just ecstatic upbringing, that gave rise to his after trying it at the market. A lot of newfound hot sauce business. people who say they don’t like hot It all started when Mr. Hunt sauce are saying they like this.” set out to create a hot sauce that Kootenay Bayou currently wasn’t simply overwhelmingly has three flavours — Roasted Red hot, but with flavour as well as Hot, Kiwi Tsunami and Roasted zestiness. When he finally nailed SOME LIKE IT HOT — Dale Hunt’s hot Red Hot X. the recipe down, his friends raved sauce line is spicing up the local food scene. and told him he just had to sell it.

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By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff

“We will send a package out to every owner in the service area,” said Mayor Juras. “That also includes non-residents, so if you own property and you reside elsewhere, you’re able to partake.”

According to Mayor Juras, Interior Health (IH) is not actively enforcing the September 2013 order at this time because they are seeing progress, but if the council initiative fails, she’s not sure what is going to happen as the initiative is the only legal option left. “(IH) can make us comply, even if the initiative fails,” she said, adding this could mean fines as much as $100,000 per day in addition to the Province seizing the utility, making the upgrades, applying a higher parcel tax to recover costs, handing it back to the village to run with the loss of the grant. If the petition fails, council may return the question to the property owners in six months, “but, of course, all the deadlines will be passed,” said Mayor Juras. “There will be no way that we can redo the petition and then get the work done before March (to make use of the grant).”

Council hopes to secure approval of the bylaws by the Inspector of Municipalities by August 15th, then mail out the voting packages after they begin advertising the initiative on August 23rd. By law, the initiative must be advertised in two consecutive newspapers. August 30th would be second advertisement, and then the final day to respond to the council initiative will be September 30th.

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PERSPECTIVE

Are we ready for another MusicFest?

Happy haircutter Ben Able Creek rancher George Rennenkampff receives a haircut by Frank Futa in 1960 at Frank Futa’s Barber Shop in the Toby Block in Invermere, on the west side of 7th Avenue between 12th and 13th Streets. This photograph was taken by Ray Crook. If you have any more information, e-mail us at info@ cv-pioneer.com.

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff Living in the valley, it’s easy to take what the region offers for granted, for a few reasons, but primarily because there’s so much going on and so much to do, particularly in the summer.

So when a new music festival kicks off on a Sunday night on the August long weekend in Invermere, we can imagine many locals were torn. Regardless, the turnout — although a hearty bunch who had no problem withstanding a few rain drops and were ultimately rewarded with some sunrays — was disappointing. Even the presence of a lakeside Arrowhead Brewery beer garden couldn’t draw the local masses into the festival grounds. The line up was full of Canadian talent and definitely appealed to all ages. The location was beautiful. The sun started to shine after the music kicked off. So what gives?

Granted, many were probably away camping, or were busy working to give our visitors a great long weekend experience, but the empty grass field in front of the stage definitely didn’t help Invermere’s reputation as a must-see arts & culture destination. What could have been a bustling, lively first-time festival was a little on the quiet side. That is, until headliner Shakura S’Aida took to the stage. As soon as she picked up the microphone, it was as though an electric shock coursed through the veins of all those present, and everyone relocated to infront of the stage, mesmerized by this incredible singer.

The Columbia Valley has never before hosted the likes of this internationally famous blues performer. But, of course, you wouldn’t know this if you weren’t there, so you’ll have to take our word for it.

That Kyprios, one of the main acts who could have enticed younger crowds to attend, played a second show at Bud’s that night probably didn’t help ticket sales. And that the festival followed on the heels of Tour of the Arts may have been too much to take in for visitors wanting a bit of relaxation during their time off. But bottom line, for these kinds of events to continue, they need enthusiastic community support. Let’s hope MusicFest returns next year, and when it does, we’ll be ready to make it a sell-out show.

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Photo (A1331) courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Historical Lens

European countries protest wireless Dear Editor, There has been some controversy about effects of WiFi and wireless Smart Meters.

An international group of organizations from Spain, France, Portugal and Sweden met in Madrid last month to follow up and take action on the Council of Europe’s Resolution 1815 regarding wireless microwave-producing devices. Specifically: 1. that WiFi systems, wireless phone networks, mobile phones, and other devices generating electromagnetic pollution are prohibited in teaching centres/ schools, libraries, and places frequented by children; 2. that health centres, hospitals, nursing homes, public social services frequented by children are converted into white zones, free of electromagnetic pollution;

3. that electrohypersensitivity is recognized as an environmental illness and as a disability, and the rights of those who so suffer are guaranteed; 4. to establish urgently a moratorium on the deployment of 4G systems of mobile phone, that by its greater biological damage and building penetration, exponentially increases the risks to which the population is exposed; 5. to stop the installation of remote management meters (SMART meters), wireless as well as PLC, and stop the public subsidies to electric oligopolies; 6. to launch information campaigns on the risks of these technologies.

Beverley Sinclair Invermere

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LETTERS

Village of Radium wants to hear from you The Village of Radium Hot Springs invites full-time and part-time households in Radium and Edgewater to provide feedback on its community arts, culture, leisure and recreational facilities!

Do you envision multi-purpose spaces for leisure activities such as dance, yoga, children/senior craft and recreation programs or spaces large enough to hold dances, banquets and community celebrations? Perhaps you support expanding hiking/walking trails and outdoor spaces?

The Village of Radium Hot Springs is seeking feedback on existing community spaces, ensuring they have the necessary amenities, features and services, without duplicating other venues and community commercial spaces.

This research is being undertaken as a Master’s Project and as follow up to the 2010 community survey.

This information may be used to guide long-range planning as the Village updates the Radium 2020 Vision and goals and strategies under Section 3.5 outlined in the 2013 Official Community Plan. Please visit www.fluidsurveys.com/s/Radium to complete the survey today.

Researcher Jessica Fairhart is currently completing a Master’s degree in Community Development at the University of Victoria and has undertaken the Village of Radium Community Facility Needs Assessment as her Master’s Project. With undergraduate degrees in Leisure Studies and Organizational Communications, community, recreation and municipal services have always been areas of interest to Jessica. For more information, please contact Jessica at fairhart@uvic.ca.

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Pilots’ Lakeside Event in 37th year

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Canada’s longest running light aviation meet can tally another year onto its rich history, as the 37th annual Lakeside Event will be offering aerial excitement for everyone with a view of the valley sky.

On Saturday, August 10th (August 11th in the event of heavy rain), onlookers are encouraged to head to the beach at James Chabot Provincial Park for an entertaining afternoon during the adrenaline-fuelled competition.

Between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., paragliders and hang gliders will be launching themselves from atop Mount Swansea, aiming for a two-foot wide inflatable tube that will be floating in the water near the James Chabot beach. Between the pilot’s launches and landings, they’ll have a chance to show off their skills mid-air.

“When pilots come over the lake with additional height, there’s an opportunity for them to show off some of their acrobatic moves, big winnowers or beach styles or loops,” said co-organizer Frank Kernick. “If we have enough elevation over the water, it’s a safe time to show how manoeuvrable these types of aircraft really are.”

The pilots will be competing for a slice of a $1,000 prize pool, with the top hang glider and paraglider each winning $250, followed by $150 and $100 prizes for the second and third place finishers of both categories.

The most graceful landing and the best form will

Sandy Snihor June 1935- July 27, 2013

With deep sadness we mourn the death of Sandy Snihor. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

Sandy was born at Wandering River, Alberta and grew up at the family farm near Endeavor, Saskatchewan.

When he was eighteen he moved to B.C. to work for Wilder Brothers Logging.

This was where he learned how to operate heavy equipment and build roads.

In 1961 he married Lorraine (Lorri) Goalder.

Sandy joined Operating Engineers in 1963 and worked on road construction, pipeline projects and dam building which gave him a chance to travel extensively throughout B.C. In 1972 he took over and ran the Chevron Service station in Radium until 1993. Shortly thereafter he was employed by John Wolfe Construction, operating heavy equipment until he retired at the age of 75.

Sandy loved the outdoors, whether it was fishing, hunting or visiting his favorite spots in the Kootenay Valley. He resided in Radium.

He left behind his wife of 52 years, Lorraine (Lorri), a daughter, Misti and a granddaughter, McKaylynn. He has numerous nieces and nephews and one sister Alice ( John Prokop). Sandy was predeceased by his parents, brothers Mike and Willie, as well as his sister Doris.

It is in keeping with Sandy’s wishes that no funeral or public memorial service will be held.

determine the winner if more than one pilot lands inside the inflatable tube.

“This is an opportunity for us to launch off Mount Swansea and land in the lake at a targeted landing contest, where the public really get to see how much fun our sport is.”

Mr. Kernick said competitors come from across North America. Most are from B.C., Alberta and the northwestern states, but some travel a little farther.

“We normally see European pilots at the event if they’re travelling around Canada,” he said.

The Lakeside Event is expecting to draw between 60 to 70 pilots. Mr. Kernick predicts that number to be comprised of approximately 20 hang gliders and 40 to 50 paragliders.

Both hang gliding and paragliding require pilots to take a leap off of a high altitude, but differences between the two aircrafts are easy to spot.

“Hang gliders include traditional delta wings, a triangular shaped rigid wing in a metal frame which is flown in a prone position,” he explained.

Hang gliding rose to prominence in the 1960s, two decades before paragliding became popular.

“In the late 1980s, people started launching off ski hills with small square parachutes, and eventually realized they could gain lift that way,” Mr. Kernick said.

Hang gliding offers pilots greater speeds in the air, but paragliding equipment is very light and mobile.

“On the top of Swansea or down at James Chabot beach, it’s totally open and free for the public,” he said.

“We’ll have events happening all day, including beach games, a DJ spinning music, and a silent auction in support of the event.”

And every year during the show, around 100 boaters anchor themselves into position for a good view, he said.

After the winners have been declared and the day draws to an end, pilots and their loved ones will celebrate the day at the Invermere Lions’ Hall with some fun maritime and rock music performed by Revelstoke band Maritime Kitchen Party. The event will be held privately until 9 p.m., at which point the doors open to the public.

The family-friendly fly-in can be enjoyed from anywhere in the valley, but Mr. Kernick has advice for the avid spectator.

“If you have the time to get up early in the morning to watch takeoffs from the top of Swansea, and then get down to the beach for the afternoon landing, that’s always a great way to do it.”

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Kraft Celebration Tour volunteers needed

By Susan Clovechok, Executive Director Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce The Kraft Celebration Tour being held on Monday, August 19th at Kinsmen Beach from 2 to 5 p.m. will be an event not to be missed! With a live TSN television broadcast, 22 sampling booths, a free barbecue and a variety of activities being offered for kids and families, this is a great opportunity to collaborate throughout the valley and showcase all that we have.

The Invermere Rotary Club needs to be acknowledged for getting things rolling by submitting their Splash Park idea for the Kraft Celebration Tour.

Through great community effort, we won! Social media had so much to do with the success. Before we knew it, we had friends from all over the world helping out. The Mayor of Revelstoke even announced the vote on his weekly radio show.

Once Kraft announced the winner, the Invermere Rotary Club started looking around for help with just over four weeks to prepare.

Although the event is only three hours long, a lot goes into the preparation. Making sure we have accommodation and transportation for the Kraft/TSN team as they start to arrive is just one example. The weekend before the event, you may see a tour bus full of production staff pull into town who will have things to do and need local transportation. The TSN on-air personalities Darren Dutchyshen and Jennifer Hedger are going to be around the valley experiencing some of the amazing activities our region has to offer — we’ve heard that para-gliding from Mount Swansea is on their itinerary! These are just a couple of the things that need to be organized. In total, over 80 volunteers are required to pull off this event.

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It is amazing how quickly time flies!

We have spent the last 5 years in beautiful Invermere and District and it was good. It was great!

We have met wonderful people, made lifelong friends and will always keep this community close to our hearts. Thank you for having us.

This is not a farewell, this is only good bye, until we meet again……

From the Visser/De Klerk family: Jan-Hendrik, Tania, Daniel, Benjamin and Elise.

The office of Dr. Tania de Klerk will officially close on August 31st 2013.

Please contact: Chisel Peak Medical Clinic at 250-341-6900 and Invermere Medical Clinic at 250-342-9206 to enquire about accepting practices.

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Fairmont favourites suffer elimination help Vanessa and Celina qualify for the next round, knocking out a more competitive team. Unfortunately, in the end, Kristen and Darren happened to be that team. The sisters The home team is no more. After racing around three provinces and two territoused the express pass in the Yukon, which left Kristen and Darren toe-to-toe with just ries, Kristen Idiens and Darren Trapp from one other team, Jody and Cory. A foot race Fairmont Hot Springs were eliminated from The Amazing Race Canada on Monensued, and the other team had a short lead, which left Kristen and Darren in seventh poday (August 8th) evening.

The tragedy began innocently enough. sition, eliminating them from the show.

Kristen and Darren “We had far greater expectations for Kristen and Darren began the fourth stretch of the reality program in Calgary, where they boarded a ourselves,” Kristen said. “We had hoped to win but there flight to the Northwest Territories. A polar plunge awaited are so many factors that play into this race.”

Given the opportunity to go back in time, Kristen one member of each team, and Darren volunteered to ensaid she wouldn’t have given the express pass away. dure the frigid water.

“We would have still been in the race at this point, so “Darren spends lots of time in glacier water with his whitewater rafting and it happened so fast he didn’t notice it’s a hard lesson to learn.”

Although they won’t be continuing on The Amazing the cold,” Kristen told The Pioneer.

From there, they were directed to a small town in the Race Canada, Kristen and Darren do hope to be back on Yukon, again travelling by plane. Poor directions resulted in reality television. their late arrival at the airport, and Kristen and Darren were “We are pursuing the development of our own realforced to board the last of three flights. Upon arrival in the ity show based on the establishment of a sustainable comYukon, only two other teams were still in a position to be munity... with entertaining community members and the defeated. One of those teams comprised of sisters, Vanessa relationships that develop along the way,” she said.

And because of their first place finish at the end of and Celina, who from the beginning were never considered a threat by any of the competition. In episode three, Kristen the first leg of the race, the couple will be enjoying a trip and Darren had given the sisters an express pass — a piece to Sydney, Australia, and hope to make a pit stop in New of gameplay that allows a team to bypass a time-consuming Zealand. The series continues on Monday, August 12th challenge. Their strategy in sharing the express pass was to with episode five airing at 9 p.m. on CTV.

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Out & About

One of the finest touring bluegrass bands around, John Reischman and The Jaybirds, is returning to the Columbia Valley to play a concert at Christ Trinity Church in Invermere on Tuesday, August 13th.

Turn to page 16 to learn more.

Your weekly guide to what’s happening around the Columbia Valley

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Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.

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Movie Review: The Place Beyond the Pines Reviewed by Dean Midyette A series of serendipitous encounters sets the stage for this brilliantly acted and directed cinematic offering. Starring Ryan Gosling, Bradley Cooper and Eva Mendes among others, this gritty narrative begins by following Luke (Ryan Gosling), a tattooed, chain-smoking carny performer whose renown rests on the seat of a dirt bike. Like his wall-of-death stunt riding, life has no direction save for the road to the next town.

Discovering that he has fathered a son after a one-night stand, he gives up the transient life to provide for his offspring and takes

a job in an out-of-the-way repair shop. Unable to earn enough to win back the mother of his son (Eva Mendes), he takes to robbing banks with the help of his boss Robin (Ben Mendelsohn). While escaping from one of his heists, he “meets” Avery (Bradley Cooper), a rookie patrolman with a law degree and a young son of his own. It is from this intersection of two disparate lives that the balance of the story springs.

What is most compelling about this movie is that it is purposefully underwritten, allowing the actors to move the audience with their craft rather than relying on the insufficiencies of the spoken word.

The dialogue is sparse, the pauses elongated and the result riveting. Predominately set in the work-

ing class neighbourhoods of Schenectady (Mohawk for “The Place Beyond the Pines”), the drab grey and ochre backgrounds lend themselves to feelings of despondence and hopelessness that permeate the world and drive the movie’s characters to profligate decisions.

Ultimately, this movie explores the relationships between sons and fathers, the uneducated and the privileged, and contrasts those with a strict moral code with those who view society’s rules through the lens of situational morality. It explores chance and causation, following the ripples they make through the character’s lives through fifteen years of evolution, culminating in an ending as poetic as the movie’s title.

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

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Toby Theatre • August 9th & 10th, 8:00 p.m.: Despicable Me 2. Also showing August 12th - 16th.

Friday, August 9th • 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Junior Naturalists program for kids 6 – 12 yrs. of age. At Redstreak campground in Kootenay National Park. Pre-register at 250-3476525 or friendsofkootenay@gmail.com. Runs every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout August.

• 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Meadow Creek Kokanee Spawning Channel is open for viewing from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. daily, when bear activity is at its minimum. Gates will be closed at all other times. Run lasts from late August to early October, with peak viewing time in the first two weeks of September. Spawning channel is located 4 km northwest of Meadow Creek off Highway 31. For more information: 250-354-6333, or angus.glass@bchydro.com.

• 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Summer Reading Club at the Invermere Library for kids in Grades 1 to 5. Call each Friday morning to register. 250-342-6416.

• 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Market on Main, Radium.

• 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.: Hang out night at the Summit Youth Centre.

• 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Maya Eventov & Friends exhibition opening at Artym Gallery. Show continues until August 18th. www.artymgallery.com.

• 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Music on Main, Radium.

Saturday, August 10th • 7:30 a.m.: 18th annual Loop the Lake event. 10 km,

1/2 marathon and octogenarian relay. Proceeds go to the Rotary Club. Register online or drop off your registration form by 6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 8th at Crazy Soles. www.loopthelake.bc.ca.

• 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Invermere Farmers’ Market.

• 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.: 37th Annual Lakeside Event, Invermere. Hang gliders and paragliders launch from Mount Swansea and have a water landing contest at James Chabot beach. Event held August 11th in case of rain. Visit www.lakesideevent.com.

• 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Edgewater Legion Open Market. To book a table call Vi at 250-347-0044.

• 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Live painting by Kimberly Kiel at Effusion Art Gallery. Visit www.effusionartgallery.com.

• 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Labyrinth Studio Open House. Bronze portrait sculptures, multi-media tables, quilts. Follow signs 4 minutes south of Fairmont. For more info: www.patluders.com, 250-345-0350. Also runs Sunday, Aug 11th.

• 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Sandpiper Studio’s 4th annual open house. Visit the studio and showroom and watch live glassblowing. For more information and directions visit www.sandpiperstudio.ca or call 778-963-0194.

Also runs Sunday, August 11th.

• 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Columbia Basin Culture Tour. Free, self-guided arts and culture tour. Contact Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance at 250-5055505 or wkracassistant@telus.net.

Sunday, August 11th • 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Summer Splash! 8:00 a.m.: Open water swim race. 10:00 a.m.: Games, music & edu-tainment, including a sand sculpture contest, paddleboard & kayak races, and beach volleyball tournament. 12:00 p.m.: Prizes, awards, and picnic at the park. 1:00 p.m.: Sailing regatta. At James Chabot beach. For more info: www.lakeambassadors.ca, or call 250-341-6898.

• 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast at the Edgewater Legion.

• 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Fairmont Farmer’s Market.

• 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Barn Market at the Old Eaton House, Upper Elk Park Ranch. Antiques, preserves, pies, glass, crafts, art and fresh garden produce and more.

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Tuesday, August 13th • 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Adventure Radium, ages 5-8.

Meet at Brent’s Shack (near the skating rink/ball park); registration forms and parent guide are available online, www.radiumhotsprings.ca, or at the Village Office.

Runs Tuesday through Thursday, throughout August.

• 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Windermere Valley Museum’s summer children’s program: Miner. Come and try your luck at gold panning. You may even strike it rich after learning about the mines and ore in the area. Admission by donation. For more information: 250-342-9769, www.windermerevalleymuseum.ca.

• 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Adventure Radium, ages 8 and up. Meet at Brent’s Shack (near the skating rink/ball park); registration forms and parent guide are available online, www.radiumhotsprings.ca, or at the Village Office. Runs Tuesday through Thursday, throughout August.

• 7:30 p.m.: John Reischman and the Jaybirds in Concert at Christ Trinity Church, Invermere. Ticket information: loacl@shaw.ca.

Wednesday, August 14th • 1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.: Senior’s Day Tea at the Invermere Public Library. Bus provided. Call 250-3426416 for more information.

Invermere Library hours • Tuesday to Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Radium Hot Springs Library Hours • Tuesday: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

• Wednesday to Thursday: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

• Friday: 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Book Sales at the Market on Main.

• Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

• Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Canal Flats Community Library Hours • Tuesday: 7- 8:30 p.m. For info: 250-349-5360.

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Friday Aug 9th Entertainment

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Saturday Aug 10th Entertainment

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Basin Culture Tour shines spotlight on local arts studios and galleries

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A free program for children going into Gr. 1 and up to Gr. 5 Kids going into Grade 1 and up to Grade 5 are welcome to attend this free, fun event at the library. Pre-registration on the day of the event is required as space is limited. Call 250-342-6416 to register.

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The summer of arts continues on in the Columbia Valley. Just a week after the first walking version of the annual Tour of the Arts delighted local arts lovers and the first-ever Invermere MusicFest brought a world class act to town, another cultural event is hitting the valley when the Columbia Basin Culture Tour takes place this weekend.

The annual event covers the entire Kootenay region and this year’s edition of the tour has four stops in the Upper Columbia Valley: Pynelogs Cultural Centre & Art Gallery, Alice Hale’s home studio featuring her clay work in Invermere, Sandpiper Studio’s glass work and sculptures in Windermere, and Pat Luders’ bronze work at Labyrinth Studio in Fairmont Hot Springs.

“The tour covers both the East and West Kootenays, it’s really a wonderful event and a great way to support all the artists in the region,” said Pynelogs manager Jami Scheffer.

The tour has been running for five years and essentially gives participants a road map of the region along with a listing of studios and galleries that are open to visitors all weekend.

“It’s a great opportunity to see artists in their own studios and galleries and see experienced artists’ work up close,” said Ms. Scheffer.

Ms. Hale has been part of the tour every year since it started and has seen the number of visitors coming through her studio increase each time, growing from 10

visitors the first year to 20 the next and 50 last year.

“It’s a really good advertisement for me having a studio,” she said. “Last year was definitely the best ever.”

Ms. Hale does several types of firing and uses several types of kilns for her clay work. She does reduction firing in a 1983 gas kiln built, uses an electric and a raku kiln, and does sawdust firing in a sawdust kiln. She began doing clay work when she started teaching English and art at David Thompson Secondary School about 50 years ago.

“I got hooked on it then,” said Ms. Hale. “It gives me total power to do what I please. Nobody tells me what I can or can’t do. If it doesn’t turn out, I just throw it back in the bucket and reclaim the clay.”

In a press release Ms. Luders of Labyrinth Studio put out in advance of the culture tour, she said she was drawn to bronze sculpting by her love of people. Many of her subjects are local seniors who tend to be active and engaged with the community.

“It’s an honor to talk with my subjects as they sit for their portrait,” said Ms. Luders in the release. “It’s an energizing challenge to attempt to portray their true spirit and vibrancy.”

She also does abstract tables, which she said are prompted by her interest in archeology.

“Through art, I express my caring about this complex, crazy world. I’m grateful for this unexpected avenue of expression, this passion for sculpture that has moved me to a beautiful natural setting,” said Ms. Luders.

Labyrinth Studio will also have four special guest quilters in the studio for the weekend, as part of the tour.

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D.W. Wilson novel set in Invermere

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff If you enjoyed the short stories Once You Break a Knuckle and The Dead Roads — both written by renowned short story author D.W. Wilson, who grew up in Invermere — keep your eye out for Ballistics, his first full-length novel, which happens to be based in his hometown.

The book was released on June 25th in Canada, but is currently unavailable in most countries, including the United Kingdom where Mr. Wilson currently resides.

Ballistics begins in 1975 and follows the struggles of an American soldier who deserted the army to avoid fighting in the Vietnam war. The soldier moves north of the U.S. border and makes Invermere his new home, and inadvertently lays a trail out through the province.

The story migrates into the year 2003, when the soldier’s grandson is lead to a discovery that prompts him to travel westbound to search for his lost father. The hunt leads him down the trail that his grandfather blazed in the 1970s.

“He’s going along this path and closing up loose ends that were left open a generation before,” said Mr. Wilson.

In 2003, however, that trail leads the young man through abundant risks, as the blistering fires that were raging through the Okanagan valley interfere with his journey.

“People familiar with Invermere will identify a lot of the landmarks,” he said. Among the several locations based around Invermere, Mr. Wilson said his characters make good use of the Kinsmen Beach.

In writing Ballistics, he tried to convey a sense of Canadiana, but he told The Pioneer the novel received “lukewarm reception” in Canada, with reviewers referring to his characters as super-masculine and hyper-manly.

He said the characters in the story often portray burlier characters, since the trait is so common in a small town setting.

“In all rural communities, there’s a greater emphasis on the body, on physical things,” he said. “Whether you go hunting, fishing or camping, those are all physical things, and they’re a lot more prevalent in a place like Invermere than in a city.”

And he said he effectively writes about loneliness and the communication challenges of people who can’t articulate their emotions, another small-town trait.

“It’s easier to do with a character who is more comfortable with their body than with their feelings,” he said.

After exploring the experience of both his characters in Invermere, the time comes in the novel for them to leave town and head west, nearly four decades apart.

And while the characters’ trip west portrays many of the communities throughout the province, B.C. readers may question the accuracy of the characters’ travels.

“I fudged the geography a little,” he said. “I wrote about a straight path west just for simplicity’s sake.”

But Ballistics isn’t a geography textbook – it does the job of entertaining the reader.

“As long as it’s authentic, has the right detail with the voice on spot and it’s got the sensory atmosphere that a work of fiction needs to be immersive, then it doesn’t have to be factually correct,” said Mr. Wilson, adding that the truth is more important than the facts.

Work on the novel began in 2009, when he created a mental pillar for the basis of the story.

However, upwards of 50,000 words were deleted from the story when he realized it wasn’t going anywhere.

“I lost a year of my life because I didn’t plan ahead enough.”

But with his debut novel out of the way, he said he plans on writing another before releasing his next short story collection.

Along with Mr. Wilson’s short story collection, Once You Break a Knuckle, Ballistics can be found at the Invermere Public Library as well as ordered online through www.amazon.ca.

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Saturday, August 10th

Artistic Creativities Join us for new work by Saskatchewan painter Kimberly Kiel as she shares her techniques from 10 am – 4 pm.

Kimberly Kiel

Karyn Chopik

Represented by Nan Miller, Karyn Chopik’s Trunk Show will run from 10 am – 2 pm.

Visit our on-line galleries at

effusionartgallery.com • effusionglassstudio.com art gallery + glass studio

1033 7th Ave, Invermere, BC • 250-341-6877

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August 9, 2013

Bluegrass blowing into town

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Only the bluegrass genre can bring banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar and bass together. To hear these instruments in a melodic mix, make sure you don’t miss John Reischman and The Jaybirds when they come to Invermere on Tuesday, August 13th for a show at the Christ Church Trinity.

Reischman will be joined by the four other musician who comprise The Jaybirds — all five have been listed as the original members since the band’s foundation 12 years ago.

After moving to B.C. from California in the 1990s, the frontman assembled and hired The Jaybirds to promote an album he recorded in the year 2000.

“There’s good chemistry,” Reischman told The Pioneer. “I had experience with all four of them through different incarnations.”

Two of the instrumentalists met Reischman after

he moved to the province, while the other two followed him north from the U.S. “Everyone’s kind of a unique player; it’s not like we’re just clones of the masters,” he said.

As the frontman, Reischman leads the band on mandolin. He began self-teaching the instrument when he was a teenager more than 40 years ago.

“There were millions of guitar players out there, so I used the mandolin as my own identity.”

He said the visual aspect of the show will offer a pleasant presentation, but claims the music will be most memorable.

“The singers are great and the original material and the stuff we choose to cover is really good,” he said “It’s our material that sets us apart more than anything.”

Reischman said the Invermere show lands in the middle of a long tour, “so we’ll be warmed up and looking forward to seeing the folks.”

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door or by calling 250-342-6603. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Ontario friends descend on Artym night or day, towering and dramatic, with their knots sculpted in paint? Not to be forgotten are her fields of poppies, with grasses seeming to gently move in the breeze It’s good to have friends, and when you are a world- and flower petals lifting to the light. renowned artist, it only makes sense that your friends will The work of Harold Braul is, in a word, striking. His be artists too! Painter Maya Eventov will be featured at the birds sitting at rest on a wire with their bright plumage conArtym Gallery for her annual show, but this year her works trasting with the grey skies behind are a quite counterpoint will be featured in addition to the paintings of three other to his bicycle paintings that exude not just movement, but Ontario artists: Harold Braul, Mark breathtaking speed. Mark Berens uses Berens and Heather Haynes. Due to texture and light brilliantly in his the travelling distance, the four artists paintings on board, fusing the two to are unable to attend this year’s exhicreate a landscape you feel a part of. bition, but there will be an opening Finally, Heather Haynes, whose work reception on the evening of Friday, has been at the Artym Gallery almost August 9th from 6 to 9 p.m. at the as long as her friend Maya Eventov’s, Artym Gallery. creates impressionistic pieces in beauYou can find the paintings of tifully subtle colours with astonishing Maya Eventov all over the world — depth and emotion. it is difficult to decide which of her The ‘Maya Eventov and Friends’ painting series are the most popular. exhibition promises to be the show Maybe her Mediterranean cafe scenes of the summer. Join the Artym Galwith their warmth and unspoken in- LANDSCAPE LOVE — The work of lery for the evening reception on vitation to sit and relax on the patio? artist Mark Berens (pictured here) fuses Friday, August 9th from 6 to 9 p.m.

Photo submitted or on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 Or perhaps her birch trees, whether texture and light.

By Deanna Berrington The Artym Gallery

Local glass studio reputation growing Submitted by Sandpiper Studio Ten years ago, Gordon Webster and Julie Gibb met one another at an artist-in-residency program at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre.

Together they dreamt up the idea of building their own glassblowing studio, moved to Windermere and, in 2009, Sandpiper Studio was born. Since firing up the glassblowing furnace, their work has travelled to Montreal, Vancouver, DELICATE FLOWER — Denver, Chicago and Bloom, a sculptural glass work New York. Their glass by Gordon Webster of Sandpipwork includes large scale er Studio. Photo by G. Webster sculptural pieces, custom light installations and a functional line that includes vases, tumblers, jars, bottles, pitchers and bowls. This year, Gordon and Julie have been busy working on sculptural work for the Toronto International Art Fair, the Liberty Museum Auction in Philadelphia and the SOFA Expo in Chicago.

Sandpiper Studio will also make its debut at Vancouver’s Interior Design Show West in September.

New for this year, their functional glass work has expanded to include large bowls banded in bright colors, Venetian style ribbed tumblers, and small and large milk glass jars with cork tops. Together, Julie and Gordon combine traditional glassblowing techniques with modern aesthetics and design sensibilities to produce a unique and recognizable style of functional and sculptural glass work.

The 4th Annual Open House at Sandpiper Studio runs this Saturday (August 10th) and Sunday (August 11th) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., giving visitors a chance to tour the studio and showroom, meet the artists and watch them glassblowing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To visit Sandpiper Studio, travel south on Highway 93/95, past the Winderberry Nursery, turn left at Kootenay #3 Road and keep right at the fork in the road. The studio is located at 2151 Kootenay #3 Road. For more information, you can also visit us at www.sandpiperstudio.ca.

TURN COPPER INTO GOLD GOLF TOURNAMENT October 1st at Copper Point Golf Club

Register before August 31 and be entered to win $100 towards your 2014 membership Contact susan@cvchamber.ca or visit our website for more information.

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651 Highway 93 & 95, P.O. Box 1019, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 • 250-342-2844

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Effusion serves up double shot of art

By Stephen Lebovits If you haven’t done so already, then circle Saturday, August 10th on your calendar as Effusion Art Gallery + Glass Studio will be offering up two heaping helpfuls of artistic creativity for your viewing pleasure.

Saskatchewan painter Kimberly Kiel will be on hand to share her techniques, and Nan Miller will be representing Karyn Chopik’s new fall jewelry line, ‘Je Suis L’Amour.’

Kiel, who moved to Calgary in the ‘90s to continue building her financial planning practice, hung in there for the better part of 10 years before she craved change. Since selling her business to became a full-time artist, there has been no looking back.

Through her art, Kiel’s ambition is to conjure up something subjective and intriguing that captivates the viewer by creating a more stirring visual environment through pieces that touch and engage the heart, mind and soul. Using heavily textured oil paints in bold colour combinations, she evokes a variety of playful, yet serene, visual environments to which observers easily gravitate. Put bluntly, her work is très cool!

Chopik, who initially graduated from university with a degree in education and a

major in Fine Arts, turned to jewelry making in 1984 in response to the dearth of available teaching positions. She says what initially started as a hobby just took off.

A firm believer that we are living in a time where there is a resurgence of the divine feminine, Chopik feels that, nowadays, people are searching more for meaning and lifetime experience rather than merely competing with one another. And that they’re stretching their personal, professional and spiritual boundaries instead of conforming to traditionally stereotypical societal roles.

Her work reflects that awakening. Backed by a team of positive, forward-thinking individuals, Chopik creates powerful pieces for people with strong personalities.

Her neo-bohemian, earth-toned, hand-forged metal pieces garnished with semi-precious stones boldly state that the wearer is comfortable in her own skin while exuding a playfully funky demeanour.

Weather permitting, Kiel will be creating at Effusion’s sun-drenched courtyard between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. while Chopik brings her trunk show inside from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Either way, it’s a win-win.

So, grab a thick marker and circle that date ‘cuz you won’t want to miss this double-dose of Canadian talent. I’ll be there, will you?

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Participants must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Unemployed • Aged 55 – 64 (in some circumstances, unemployed workers aged 50 – 54 or 65 and up may also participate) • Be legally entitled to work in Canada • Require new or enhanced skills for successful integration into new employment • Live in an eligible community/region • Be ready and committed to returning to work

What will you get?

Participants may be eligible to receive: • Class-based skill development – including job searching and career planning • Funding to access training at local educational institutions/trainers • Income support for the duration of in-class training • Targeted wage subsidy for on-the-job training

This year the Pioneer and the Echo are combining our annual Back To School features with our after school activities feature.

Whether it’s sport or artistic endeavours that our children prefer, these feature will make it easy for parents to plan for the fall.

Receive a 10% discount if booking ads in both newspapers!

Booking Deadline: Friday August 16th Echo Publication Date: Wednesday August 21st Pioneer Publication Date: Friday August 23rd

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For more information contact Dean or Angela at 250-341-6299 or e-mail ads@cv-pioneer.com or advertising@invermerevalleyecho.com

When is it?

• Sept 9 - Dec 12,2013

Funded by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers Invermere For more details, phone 250-342-3210 ext 7103 or Email: invermere@cotr.bc.ca

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August 9, 2013

YOUR MONEY

Should you consider floating rate loans?

In today’s low interest rate environment, advisors are getting creative with their fixed income recommendations.

One popular choice these days is floating rate loans. The following explains what floating rate loans are, and a few reasons to consider adding them to your portfolio.

are moving into a rising interest rate environment, floating rate loans can help investors preserve portfolio value since their interest rates rise along with the market. This adjustment negates the need for lowering their prices in order to remain fair for buyers and sellers alike.

What are they?

Unlike bonds, which are issued directly by companies, floating rate loans are issued by the world’s major banks. These loans are senior and secured, typically having the highest priority over company assets in case of a default.

The interest rate paid on floating rate loans is not fixed. This means the interest paid on floating rate loans rises or falls in tandem with the benchmark rate. If interest rates rise, so will the rate on the loans, creating more income.

Diversification In recent months, both foreign and domestic bond markets have experienced volatility. News that the Federal Reserve may slow their bond-buying activity in the U.S. as well as constant reminders of impending higher interest rates are culprits. Most affected by this volatility are highyield, corporate and long-dated bonds, which generally carry higher coupons than domestic government bonds. A way to help mitigate bond market volatility would be to allocate part of one’s fixed income portfolio to floating rate loans. Not only would this help with diversification, but floating rate loans have low correlation to many other investments. This can make them a nice compliment to many people’s portfolios.

Rising interest rates One reason to consider floating rate loans is to help preserve the purchase price of one’s fixed income holdings. When a fixed rate bond is purchased, the price that is paid for that bond is derived from the coupon (interest) it pays as well as current market rates. When interest rates rise, fixed rate bonds have no choice but to be traded at lower prices as buyers want to make a fair return on their investment. Fixed rate bonds are good during a falling interest rate environment because when rates fall, bond prices rise. That is why fixed rate bonds generally saw capital appreciation during the past 20 years. As we

Good quality One of the key advantages to floating rate loans is their safety. Many floating rate loans are secured, meaning that company assets are pledged against the debt. Additionally, since they occupy a higher position on the credit ladder, in the event of company insolvency, floating rate loans will be paid out in their entirety before bondholders.

How to get exposure There are several ways to invest in floating rate loans. The most popular would be through a mutual fund or closedend fund. These are likely the best options because a fund will invest in loans from a wide-ranging array of companies, term lengths and credit scores. This kind of diversification will provide a good balance of yield and safety.

Cautions As with any investment, there are risks involved. The first is that floating rate loans are usually issued to companies that have less than perfect credit quality. This means that the companies are smaller, riskier or less established than blue chip companies. Because of these factors, they would likely have limited success doing a bond issue, and therefore need to use loans to finance their operations or expansion. Also, like other investments, floating rate loans could fall in value in a recession where there are widespread bankruptcies and defaults. Interest rates on floating rate loans can also fall during times of falling interest rates.

Final thoughts Floating rate loans are an intriguing choice for many investors. They can help protect fixed income holdings because they are not negatively affected by rising interest rates. To find out if floating rate loans are appropriate for your portfolio, speak to your financial advisor.

Investments, Insurance & Financial Planning Brendan Donahue BCOMM, CIM, FCSI

Senior Investment Advisor Insurance Agent

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Manulife Securities Incorporated is a Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. Insurance products and services are offered through Manulife Securities Insurance Agency (a licensed life insurance agency and affiliate of Manulife Securities) by Manulife Securities Advisors licensed as life agents. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company is the sole issuer of the Manulife GIF Select insurance contract which offers the IncomePlus benefit and the guarantor of any guarantee provision therein.

Call us for professional, free consultations! • Ph: 250-342-2112 • Fax: 250-342-2113 • 712-10th Street, Invermere

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The Galapagos, forgotten vehicles, bike parts ceramics and more!

INVESTMENTS | RETIREMENT PLANNING | INSURANCE

Jason A. Elford, CFP®

buildingwealth@cmkwealth.com

Certified Financial Planner

250.342.5052 | Office

By Matthew Brummitt CV Arts

877.342.5052 | Toll Free

While the summer speeds on, it is good to slow down and relax and enjoy some great artwork. And, down near Kinsmen Beach at Pynelogs Art Gallery and Cultural Centre, you can do just that. With a new art show featuring local artists every two weeks, the gallery is a great place to stop by and take in a bit of arts and culture.

Our current show is open from Tuesday, August 6th through until the 18th. The artwork of seven talented local artists is on display with works in photography, ceramics, paintings and mixed media. With a great range of mediums and a great pool of artistry, there is sure to be something for everyone at this show.

The opening for the show, complete with a bar and finger food, will take place on Wednesday, August 7th at Pynelogs from 7 to 9 p.m. Openings are always a lot of fun, and offer an opportunity to engage with local arts and artists as well as have a glass of wine with wonderful and creative people.

“The Eyes of Evolution” Galapagos slide show by local photographer and adventure traveller Cheryl Goodwin is scheduled for Saturday, August 17th at 7 p.m. Drop

by Pynelogs to experience the Galapagos through the eyes and heart of Cheryl Goodwin.

Pynelogs Art Gallery & Cultural Centre, under the umbrella of the Columbia Valley Arts Council, strives to provide an arts experience for both residents and passers-through, and all facets of the community. Through annual events and festivals like the Tour of the Arts, the In-

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ABANDONED BEAUTY — The artful photography of John Niddrie (whose piece Paint Natural is pictured here) is featured in the current Pynelogs show.

Image submitted vermere MusicFest, the Mountain Mosaic Festival of the Arts and more, we that you will enjoy participating in the community arts scene.

Find out more on our website, www.columbiavalleyarts.com, or come visit us down at the beach. We can be reached at 250-342-4423 or by email at info@columbiavalleyarts.com. Hope to see you at the gallery!

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Every Friday from June 28th to Sept. 6th Market on Main Friday Evenings from 4-9 PM*

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A thousand and one reasons to visit the valley

By Adventure Centre Staff Copper Point Resort Home to the headwaters of the mighty Columbia River, the many wetlands and delta areas in the valley are a wonderland of bird watching, wildlife spotting, fishing and more. Visitors can access the wetlands on foot or on the water with kayaks or canoes — either with a knowledgeable guide or on a path of self-led discovery.

The meandering Columbia River also provides fun seekers the opportunity to rent a tube and float from one lake to the other, or from Lake Windermere north to Radium, and along the way take in a variety of sights.

Are you more of a thrill seeker? There’s plenty for you,

too! Try hang gliding off Mount Swansea, mountain biking one of many local trails, hiking to soaring vistas, heading into the backcountry on an ATV, or taking on rapids with a rafting trip down Toby Creek or the Kootenay River. Whatever your thrill you can experience it here.

Wildlife enthusiasts love the world-class bird watching, the bighorn sheep on Radium’s main street, the whitetail and mule deer wandering Invermere’s downtown, the black and grizzly bears in the backcountry, and the wild turkeys in farmers’ fields.

With so much to do, you’ll want to spend some time relaxing in the historic hot springs in Radium or Fairmont, where the temperatures are between 29 C and 39 C. Families will also enjoy easy access to cooler swimming pools.

The mineral rich waters are said to have such health benefits as increasing metabolism, accelerate healing, soothing muscles, improving blood circulation, and detoxifying the body’s lymphatic system.

For your stay, the valley offers accommodation for both short and long stays, and groups of all sizes. From quaint B&Bs to luxury condo style suites, you are sure to find a place to call your home base. And after a day out exploring the valley, you’ll be pleased to find a wide choice of fine or casual dining establishments, offering authentic Austrian, German, Greek, Japanese, French or Canadian cuisine.

Come enjoy our mild winters, hot summers, early springs and late falls — we guarantee your Columbia Valley experiences will be exceptional.

Your Local COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE Professionals Wende Brash

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Interior World

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Contact Dale Elliott • 250-341-7098 www.kekulibaycabinetry.com

Top Quality

Jbenedict Cleaning Services The Clean Team - Leave Your Troubles with Us Interior World

Emelisa & Efren Owners

w i n d o w f (250)409-9299/(250)409-4146 ashions PO Box 2693 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

Callwww.jbenedictcleaningservices.com Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406 jbenedictcleaningservices@gmail.com

Scott Postlethwaite

Serving the Valley since 1995.

• Auto • Home • Commercial • Shower Doors • Mirrors

250-342-3659 www.invermereglass.ca

Need Blinds?

CVCC Contractor/ Trade Builder of the Year 2008

Residential, Commercial Electric Furnace and Hot Water Tank Repair and Service For All Your Electrical Needs invermereelectric@gmail.com

1710 10th Avenue – Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

SPRAY FOAM SPECIALISTS

Interior World

Insulated Concrete Forms Call 250-342-2001 www.iisi.ca • info@iisi.ca

window fashions

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

• New Homes • Renovations • Framing • Roofing • Custom Finishing • Timber Framing

Home Valet

• Insured • Eco-friendly

• Cleaning • Security • Maintenance • Concierge KYLE MOLL

250.341.5603

www.homevalet.ca michele@homevalet.ca 250-409-4900

HTH@contractor.net

GLD

Landscaping Ltd.

• • • •

FAIRMONT RIDGE RENOVATION

Doors Windows Flooring Painting/ Interior/Exterior • Kitchen Renovations

250-342-5682

• Bathroom Renovations • Additions • Decks • Finish Carpentry • Basement Renovations

5077 FAIRMONT RESORT RD., FAIRMONT BC EMAIL: fairmontridge@telus.net

Lawn Maintenance Everett Frater Enterprises Phone: 250-347-9228 • Cell: 250-342-5645

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HERE TO SERVE YOU • Trusses • Engineered Floors • Wall Panels Tel: 250.341.6075 Fax: 250.341.3427 Email: info@duskbuildingsystems.com www.duskbuildingsystems.com

1320 Industrial Road #3 Box 159, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

DR. Kwynn Blazina BSC, DC Doctor of Chiropractic, Professional Coach, Craniosacral Therapy

250-688-6440 • dr.kwynn@shaw.ca 4759 RIVER DRIVE, FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS, B.C., VOB 1L1

DCS Plumbing

Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals • Complete sewer/drain repairs • A well maintained septic system NEW should be pumped every 2-3 years SEWER • Reasonable rates – Seniors’ discount CAMERA • Speedy service – 7 days a week • Avoid costly repairs

Bruce Dehart 250.347.9803 or 250.342.5357

• Plumbing, Repair and Installation • Drain Lines • Hot Water Tanks • Over 30 years experience • 24 hour emergency service • Seniors’ Discount

250-341-8501

• Ready Mix Concrete • Commercial concrete sealer • Concrete Pumping retarder for exposed • Over 50 colours available aggregate and in stock • DELIVERED ON TIME • Concrete stamps for rent at a fair price • Full range of coloured release • Full range of sand and agents for stamping gravel products.

Phone: 250-342-6452 • 250-342-3773 • Cell: 250-270-9444 All products are available at 9120, Hwy 93/95 which is five kilometres north of Tim Hortons

Columbia Chiropractic Dr. Karen Fahrni DC Dr. Meghan Haggarty ND

• LANDSCAPING & DESIGN • Skidsteer Services • Mini Track Hoe 250.270.0821

Kari&&John JohnMason Mason balancebobcat.com Kari 250-270-0821 • 1-780-970-7040 Invermere • Panorama

Serving Invermere & Panorama

www.diamondheatingandspas.com

Cranbrook Pest Control We use the most successful products available.

ALL WORK

Environmentally-friendly integrated pest management.

Ask about our maintenance programs.

Visit our online store at: GUARANTEED www.cranbrookpestcontrol.com 250-426-9586 1-888-371-6299 Ge nui

Complete Construction Services

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Foundation Repair Basement Development

commercial • residential concreteservice2013@gmail.com

• RENOVATIONS • PAINTING

• Weekly Home Checks • Full Yard Services • Maintenance Services

Call or visit online

PH: 1-888-711-ESCAPE (3722) • WEB: www.cobblestonecreek.ca

From Framing to Finishing • PROPERTY MAINTENANCE • Trucking • Mini Excavator • Residential/Commercial

Phone: 250-342-7100 Email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com

“Proven and successful Management and Marketing Services for your Vacation Home” “Trip Advisor Vacation Rental of the Year 2011 and 2012”

#4 1008 8th Ave, Invermere BC www.columbiavalleychiro.com

385 Laurier Street, Invermere, B.C.

BOUTIQUE VACATION HOME MANAGEMENT RENTAL SERVICES

Certified ART® & Graston® provider 250-409-9628 • columbiavalleychiro@gmail.com

• FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE

Al Tallman

Call Al at

We Do It All!

David Gulbe • Mike Bernicot

Box 1020 • Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0 • www.cabincare.ca

• Stains/Lacquers • Interior/Exterior Restoration • Elastormeric/Stucco • New Construction • Apoxies (Cement Floors, Pools) Adam Nohels • Box 331, Canal Flats, BC • 250-688-0128

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PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS

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Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 250-341-6229 Email: info@cv-pioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

GARAGE SALES

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

LOST AND FOUND

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

Looking to furnish a home we have things to get you started. Something for everyone, sporting goods, furniture, clothes and more. 4878 Ridge Crescent, Timber Ridge phase 1. Sat Aug 10th, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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 250-3428255.

JEERS to the woman who allows her dog to poop on other people’s lawns, while they are away, without picking up. How disgusting!

Found: Gold ballerina necklace, July 27th at Kinsmen beach. Call 250-341-7293.

CARRIAGE COURT APARTMENTS! Conveniently located behind Sobeys within walking distance to downtown. 2-bdrm townhouse units, outside entrance. Sliding glass doors open onto balcony, overlooking private courtyard.

Fireplace and W/D included in each unit. Long-term preferred, N/P. Utilities not included. $750/month.

Available immediately. 250-2700729.

1-bdrm walk-out basement suite, private entrance, Wilder subdivision. N/S, N/P. $550/ mo. includes utilities. Available immediately. 403-862-4957.

Windermere: Upper Hilltop Road.

1-bdrm walk-out basement suite. $675/month, utilities included.

250-342-3790.

3-bdrm apartment in Radium. $600/mo. N/P, N/S. Tim, 250-3427337.

ANNOUNCEMENT Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere.

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

Narcotics Anonymous meeting now available. Thursdays at 8 p.m. Call 250-342-1071 for more info.

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CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to Mike P. on opening at his new location for Renegade Motoworks.

Cheers to Kim and Glen who were so marvelous rescuing my dog Monty who was stuck on a wasp nest. I am truly thankful to you for acting so quickly and braving all those angry wasps, even getting stung yourselves to help him. You are one of the reasons Invermere is such a wonderful and special place to live.

OBITUARY

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EDMUND GEORGE KLUCZNY November 14, 1921 - August 4, 2013

Ed was born in Empress, Alberta and later moved to Winfield, Alberta where he attended school. After graduating high school in 1938, he began cooking at a forestry camp at Buck Lake before becoming a World War Two pilot. After the War, Ed ran the Buck Lake store before studying at the University of Alberta to become a teacher. He taught school in the Edmonton area until he moved to the Columbia Valley in the late 70s. Here Ed was involved with the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Church, Legion, Seniors’ programs, and other numerous programs and committees. Ed also participated in speed walking with the Seniors‘ Games since 1989. Ed maintained a healthy life until he became ill with pancreatic cancer in April, 2013. Ed was widowed three times (all due to cancer-related illnesses) and maintained great relationships with his children and family. A celebration of life will be held Friday, August 16th, 2:30 p.m. at the Radium Catholic Church. Tea will be served at the Invermere Seniors’ hall at 4:30 p.m.

Cheers to the two girls and young man who helped me with my flat tire on Hobo Creek Road. Your parents taught you well! One day the favor will return to all three of you.

Cheers to Barb Cote. Your traditional ways are showing. Your mom would be proud. P.S. The berries were very delicious, cheers again!

Cheers to my Dove, partner in life.

Bound together by love, but not yet a wife. For each a new start, version two. You have my heart, old wounds adieu. How happy we’ll be, together forever. Dearest Serina, will you marry me? Trevor Cheers to John at Brisco Wood Preservers for giving my son first aid after he crashed his motorcycle last Sunday afternoon. People like you are why we spend our summers and holidays here.

Cheers to the hiker(s) who tied all the blue trail markers on the route to the top of the mountain at the Fairmont Hot Spring ski hill. I’d be lost up there right now if it were for you!

Cheers to Jeff and Vic for a great match!

A big Cheers to Ruth for finding my wallet up town, you saved my butt Reg!

LOST AND FOUND Found: In Edgewater a long skateboard. Call 250-347-9595.

Lost or stolen 14 ft white Scott fibreglass canoe from small boat area at Threthewey beach in Windermere. 250-342-9729.

Lost: Carved wood bear sign from the front of my house in Timber Ridge. Has sentimental value to my family and I would really like it back, please call 250-341-6299.

STORAGE NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park: 250-342-3166.

Invermere: affordable 1-bdrm and 2-bdrm apartments. $600 - $800/ month. Includes all utilities. 250341-1182.

COMMERCIAL SPACE

Radium: 4-bdrm, 2-bath basement suite. W/D, N/P, N/S, no partiers. $1,100/month, utilities included.

References required. 250-3426010.

For lease: newly renovated, beautiful office spaces. Street level. From 250 sq. ft. to 1,200 sq. ft., air-conditioned. Available immediately. Panache Building across from the A&W. Call 250-3425805.

SHARED ACCOMMODATION Private room with cable, phone, laundry access, internet, and all utilities included, $400/month + $200 D.D., N/P. 1-866-222-0325.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED Retired lady looking for quiet, private long-term rental. Have all furnishings. Call 250-688-0976.

SUITE FOR RENT Windermere: bright, 2-bdrm, upper unit in quiet four-plex with beautiful views. Large yard area, separate parking + entrance. N/P, $700/month + electricity + D.D. Available immediately to mature, responsible tenants. References required. Call 403-258-3132.

Radium: Fully furnished units for rent. Bedsitting, 1-bdrms, 2-bdrms.

N/S, pets negotiable. Call Joan at 250-342-7517 to view and check availability. Rent includes heat, hydro, cable and all linens.

STARTING AT $500/mo.

Invermere: modern, clean, bright, 3-bdrm, 2-bath. Great downtown location. Attached garage, front and back decks. W/D, D/W. $1,500/ month, includes utilities. 250-3423790.

Invermere, 2-bdrm suite, walk to downtown. $800/mo + utilities.

References required. Long term.

Call 250-489-9801.

Fabulous view 1-bdrm nicely furnished walkout suite. On R/S golf course at Fairmont. W/D, D/W & microwave. Two TVs, stereo, patio and B.B.Q. $650/mo, Sept. 1st.

Cable/Internet, 250-342-1629.

1-bdrm walk-out partly furnished basement suite. Prefer 1 responsible quiet person for long term. N/S, N/P, $650/mo + hydro, includes satellite TV & district utilities. Call 250-341-2084.

HOUSE FOR RENT Black Forest Heights, Invermere: 2-bdrm, 1.5-bath upper floor of duplex. 6 appliances, balcony, yard with fire pit, mountain views, satellite TV. N/S, N/P. Long term. rfr111@hotmail.com or 780-3990142.

Fairmont: 3-bdrm newer home on large lot near river. Over 2,000 sq. ft. $1,200/mo. Call Mark 1-403519-0252. Available Sept. 1st.

Fort Point Invermere, close to Kinsmen beach. Charming 4-bdrm, 2-bath, 2-story house. N/S, N/P, long term. $1,400/mo + utilities, + DD. Available Sept. 1st. Call 403246-6680.

For sale or rent, beautiful family home on centrally located downtown Invermere acreage.

5-bdrm, 3-bath, large park-like yard, open living plan, walk to everything. Available Aug. or Sept. for possession. Call Dave 250-6881508.

Newly renovated 3-bdrm, 3-bath house. 7330 Copperhorn Drive, Radium. Rent $1,295/mo. Rentto-own or purchase with seller financing. Customizable payment plans available. Call to discuss, Ron 403-561-1626 or ron@rpmteam. ca.

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HOUSE FOR RENT Exclusive 4-bdrm fully furnished Fort Point home, lake view and access. N/S, N/P available Aug. 18th, 2013 to June 18th, 2014. $1,200/mo, call 250-342-0477.

2-bdrm small home, lake view, large deck. Available end of Sept.

Long term renter with references.

Furnished or unfurnished, N/S, N/P. $550/mo + utilities. Call 403-5274816.

Windermere, furnished, 1-bdrm home, lovely yard, N/S, pets considered, references required. $595/mo plus utilities. Available August 15th. 403-619-1540.

Windermere 3-bdrm mobile home for long-term rental. Includes 5 appliances, recent renos, large yard, propane heat. N/S, N/P, $800/ mo references required. Call 403286-1132.

Two bedroom house with large fenced yard available Sept.

1st. Newly renovated interior with efficient wood stove, new appliances and W/D. $1,000/mo.

Please contact: 250-409-4487.

CONDO FOR RENT Canal Flats condo, Jade Landing Development: 2+1 bdrm, 1 bathroom and partially finished basement. 6 Appliances. 12 minutes to Fairmont. $750/month + utilities. Available immediately.

Contact Mike at 403-804-6937 or mike.sackett@optiema.com Radium Pinewood condo, 2 bedroom with den, 2 bath.

F/P $850/Month, includes underground parking and utilities.

N/P, N/S. 403-615-9989 or email me at gudigill@shaw.ca.

Invermere furnished condo for rent. Close to downtown, 2-bdrm, 2-bath on two levels. N/S, N/P, no partiers. References. $1,000/mo + utilities. Call 403-978-4559.

Radium Pinewood Condo for rent main floor 2-bdrm, 2-bath, fireplace, heated parking, N/S, $900/mo. Call 250-341-7448 or 403-609-0199.

August 9, 2013

CONDO FOR RENT

CONDO FOR RENT

FOR RENT

Condo for rent from Super 8. $500 down and $1,100/mo + utilities. 2-bdrm + den, 1 & 1/2 bathroom. Attached garage.

This is a N/S, N/P. Please contact Megan McConnell. GM SUPER 8 INVERMERE. 250-342-8888.

INVERMERE

Lake Windermere Pointe.

Furnished or not, 2 bdrm., 2 bath condo starting at $900/ mth. plus utilities. Pool, fitness centre, beach.

ATTENTION PROPERTY OWNERS!

Our inventory is getting low.

Please contact us if you need help renting your home or recreational property.

Please call…

Eric or Dave 250-342-4040

FirstChoiceRentals.ca

CANAL FLATS: 2-BDRM, 1.5-BATH WITH IN-SUITE LAUNDRY. 1,000 sq. ft. of beautiful, comfortable, living space in quiet neighbourhood. $700/month + utilities. Available immediately.

Call 403-873-8158 or e-mail canalcondo@live.ca . Serious inquiries only.

Spacious condo for rent: Castlerock Estates, Invermere. Double-garage, hardwood, granite, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer. N/S, N/P, $1,400/month + utilities. Available immediately. Call:250-342-1314.

Black Forest Village: 2-bdrm, 1.5 bath. Patio with BBQ, garage, 6 appliances, fantastic views, partial furnishings available. Available Sept. 1st. $975/mo + utilities. 250 342-1475.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE 1.6 acre lot for sale in quiet Rushmere community 12 km south of Invermere. Lake view and community lake access. 403-8317658.

HOMES FOR SALE

Fully furnished town house in Radium, 2-bdrm, 2.5-bath, large bright kitchen, A/C, fireplace, deck and BBQ, N/S, N/P, available immediately. $1,150/mo, utilities included. 403-240-9357 or otis27@ telus.net .

Executive home for sale in popular Westridge community. 5-bdrm, spectacular views, fully finished, large 24x30 garage with studio/ man cave. See Kijiji ad #505298599.

Phone 250-342-8773.

CONDO FOR RENT Radium: 2-bdrm, 2-bath, 6 appliances, fireplace, balcony, underground parking and storage locker. $900/mo, utilities included.

N/S, N/P. Phone 780-554-8150 or 780-929-5458 or email schedlerhome@hotmail.com.

Newly renovated 3,000 sq. ft. home for sale in downtown Invermere, just blocks from the beach. 4-bdrm, 2-bath. Open-concept living, older home, zoned R2. Asking $299,000.

Why rent when you can own for $1,400/month? Call 250-342-5148.

COPPERSIDE CONDOS AT 880 LAKEVIEW DR., INVERMERE Extreme view! Fully furnished, 3-bdrm with 2.5 baths.

S/S appliances, granite, air conditioning, heated floors, underground parking AND access to Lakeview Meadows Recreation Center. Facilities include pool, weight room, tennis courts and beach access. $1,700/mo. One year lease, $1,900/mo 6 to 12 month lease. Contact: 1-403-8053130 or 1-403-278-2194 or email: jlaws522@telus.net.

Large 3,004 sq.ft. bungalow style home. Plus sunroom, large back deck, two-car garage, fully fenced back yard. Lot size .31 of an acre.

Call 250-342-7087. Kijiji ad ID #492265809.

Rural acreage near Invermere for sale. Panoramic views, 1,900 sq. ft., renovated home with full basement and double garage.

2,200 sq. ft. workshop, perfect for home business or RV storage.

Priced to sell at $599,000. 250342-6967.

HOMES FOR SALE

OPEN HOUSE

BUSINESS FOR SALE

CONDO FOR SALE

Anglz Hair & Tanning Studio, fully equipped salon, turn key. In operation for over 18 yrs. For more information call Maria at 250-3423227. Kijiji ad ID #344404754.

2-bdrm, 2 full bath, W/D, F/S, dishwasher and microwave. R2000 certified. All on one floor. Located downtown close to shopping and beach. $285,000 or $30,000 cash and assumable mortgage at 3.5%.

Serious inquiries only. Call 250342-2274.

CONDO FOR SALE

621 UPPER LAKEVIEW ROAD August 13th • 2-4 p.m. $989,000 • MLS 2389640

Eric Redeker 250-342-4040 1stChoiceRealty.ca

Aspen Condo, 4875 Radium Blvd. 1045 SF, 2-bdrm, 2-bath, underground parking, fully furnished, quiet location, like new.

Open House Saturday + Sunday 1-4 pm. Call 250-341-7448.

Radium Riverstone Villas town house for sale. 1,350 sq. ft., 2 large bdrm each with ensuite bathrooms plus den/3rd bedroom. Large kitchen and dining room with 1/2 bath. River rock gas fireplace, central air and vacuum, garage.

Best deal in the valley. $189,000.

Refer to Calgary Kijiji Ad ID 487483349 for details and photos.

For appointment to view 250-3472490.

3-bdrm home 2,830 sq. ft. on 2.2 acres. 180’ waterfront & pond. 2 baths, basement suite, studio & shop, 2 storage sheds & greenhouse. Asking $425,000. 250342-6936.

Custom built executive home on quiet cul de sac in popular Westridge Estates for sale. 3,300 sq. ft. on 2 fully developed levels, 4-bdrm, 3-bath, den, large 26’ x 26’ attached double garage with workbenches on large corner lot.

Open concept main floor with vaulted ceiling, hardwood and tile floors, gas fireplace with built-in hardwood bookcase and mantel, kitchen with island for entertaining, stainless steel appliances, large Master bdrm with jetted tub and walk-in closet, main floor laundry room and propane forced air heating. Lower level has huge family room, separate entry, 2 over-sized bdrms and inslab heating. Centra-vac and low ‘e’ windows throughout. Exterior is low maintenance and features manicured landscaping, large stamped concrete deck, small raised garden and shed, and fruit trees. Asking $599,000. Viewing by appointment only. Phone 250-3426680.

WANTED Will Pay Cash for gently used books, DVDs and CDs a little or a lot. 250688-0684. Bishop’s Book Café, Fairmont.

MISC. FOR SALE Wood fired Jamie Oliver forno oven, $2,500. Call Steve, 403-850-3612.

Quality Top Soil and Manure. $160 per dump truck load, $90 per pick-up load. Well-aged cow manure, $100 per pickup load.

Delivery extra. Call 250-342-1268.

Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated

492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

Kim Collens

Representative

toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671

kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com

Recipe Of The Week COUNTRY APPLE DUMPLINGS

2 Granny Smith Apples, peeled and cored 2 cans (10 oz) Crescent Roll Dough

1 cup Butter

1 ½ cups Sugar 1 teaspoon Cinnamon 1 can of Mountain Dew Pop

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Grease 9 x13 inch baking dish.

Cut each apple into 8 wedges; set aside.

Separate crescent roll dough into triangles then roll each apple wedge in dough starting at the smallest end.

Pinch to seal and place in baking dish.

Melt butter in a saucepan; stir in sugar and cinnamon.

Pour over the dumplings.

Pour Mountain Dew over the dumplings.

Bake 35 to 45 minutes until golden brown.

See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

Home Of The Week Big Deal on the Waterfront!

Well appointed, fully furnished and totally remodelled 4 bedroom condo enjoys the benefits of a lake front cottage at a fraction of the price. Boat slip included!

$965,000

MLS®

2391527

August 9, 2013

MISC. FOR SALE

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BOATS FOR SALE

SERVICES

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

WANTED: PROCESSOR OPERATORS for logging outfit in the Columbia Valley. Full-time work with benefits. Contact: Chasse Holdings Ltd. Brady 250-342-1402 or Jacques 250-342-1610.

Windy Café in Windermere is hiring a P/T server and bus person, apply in person or call 250-342-6001.

kimberleyrae.ca

Invermere Sharpening.

Carbide and steel sharpening services. Contractors, restaurant, home/garden, pet/hair. 250-3415447. 330 Blair Street.

2007 chaparral 190 ssi boat for sale, excellent condition, low hours, 225 hp v-8. Call 403-815-2158.

250 US gallon tanks for sale. Very versatile, plastic w/ metal 6” opening, 2’ discharge, 125 lbs. $200 for 1 or $300 for 2. Call George. 250347-9500.

Kitchen Aid dishwasher, extra large Kenmore dryer, humidifier, single bed, byfold doors, various lumber and hardware materials, kitchen sink tap, speakers, Nintendo, 8 mm movie projector, skis, skates, ladies golf bag, pots and pans hanger, carpets, paintings, stroller and various kids toys. Call 403-2466680.

FOR SALE: 12ft Aluminum fishing boat, with oars, good shape. $600/O.B.O. Phone 250-342-6022.

FOR SALE: Black Danby 5.5 cubic ft. freezer $75, 5,000 BTU window model A/C $50, Dolmar power saw 18’’ bar $75. All in good condition please call 403-771-4951.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 2001 Kawasaki 800 Vulcan. 12,000 km., saddle bags, crash bar.

Beautiful shape. Asking $4,800 O.B.O. To view, contact 250-3415524.

2011 Honda XR650. Under 1,000 km. Like new. $6,500. Contact Don at 250-342-1377.

BOATS FOR SALE 18 foot DORAL Spirit. Open bow, 325 HP 5.7L V-8, dual exhaust, electronic trim tabs! Boat is fun, reliable and powerful. $9,500 O.B.O. Call 250-688-1495.

Pelican pursuit 140T sit-in tandem kayak $250; life time youth kayak up to 130lbs ages 5+ $50; and Costco large paddle boat $100. Call 403-796-6218.

19 ft. 240HP (1999) Sea Ray. 5L Merc in-bd with high-performance prop. VERY LOW hrs. Equipped with wake board/ski tower, towrope, Bimini top & matching E-Z premium red trailer. Winterized annually @ Pete’s marina. Like-new cond.

Used only on Lake Windermere. $9,000/O.B.O. Call: 403-607-2854 or email comclara@yahoo.ca.

VEHICLES FOR SALE FOR SALE 2006 Dodge Caravan, 4 door, black, AC, cruise 126,500 kms, Comes with extra winter tires, very clean, $8,500 O.B.O. Call 250-3429636, leave a message.

2006 GMC ENVOY XL 7 passenger 4x4 SUV. Good condition, 210,000 kms, $9,500. Call 250-270-0108.

1998 Ford Taurus Wagon, remote car starter, fully loaded, new front brakes, new water pump and new antifreeze reservoir. Good running condition, asking $2,000. Phone 250-349-7570.

1998 Ford Escort Wagon, power steering, windows and locks, A/C, roof racks, cargo cover, 276,000 km, 4 extra winter tires. $1,700. Well maintained. 250 347-9021.

2004 Chevy 1/2 ton regular cab.

Excellent condition. Well-serviced, new tires. Requires motor, runs. $1,700 O.B.O. Call 250-341-1886.

CAMPING Big Foot 20 ft. tandem axle 5th wheel, excellent condition, sleeps 4 comfortably. $8,700, call 250-3476396.

1999 Tahoe trailer, 30 ft. Front queen bedroom, rear bunk beds, slide-out, AC, new awning, stored locally. $12,000. 403-249-4643.

SERVICES Water treatment & purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners & conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-342-5089.

photography studio & custom picture framing …look for the red door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!

250-342-5102 Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning & inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Environmentally friendly products.

Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca .

Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Save up to $500 on 10 or more blinds, plus the PST. “Great service and I recommend Shannon to anyone. Prices are extremely competitive in the valley and with Calgary.” J Webb Wine Merchant – Calgary Phantom Retractable Screen Doors – Sale Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749 DESTINY TAROT READINGS Answers and insight into life issues/ patterns/questions. $25 a reading.

Text or call 250-409-4433.

AJ Siding and Eavetroughing. 5 inch Eavetroughing cleaning, repairs, installation, siding-can-excel, Hardi, Vinyl, Cedar soffit fascia. Call Joe 250-342-7177.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Salon chair rental at Cutloose must have own clientele, $450/mo + GST. Nail technician rental space $450/mo + GST. Call 250-3428880.

HELP WANTED Black Forest Restaurant is hiring a part-time bartender and a part time server, previous experience required. Also hiring a kitchen helper/dishwasher. Email resumes to careers@blackforestrestaurant.com or drop off resumes between noon and 5 p.m.

Black Forest Restaurant is hiring. cook, $12 - $14 per hour.

40 hours per week. Email resumes to careers@blackforestrestaurant. com or drop off resumes between noon and 5 p.m.

Landscaping company is looking for an experienced, self-motivated and reliable landscaper for tree planting and landscaping. Must have own transportation and equipment. Call 250-341-5078.

AG Valley Foods has an employment opportunity for a reliable, selfmotivated meat cutter. Experience preferred but training may be available. Interested candidates may submit a resume in person to Sydney-Anne at 906-7th Avenue.

Landscaping company is looking for a reliable, self-motivated, friendly person for help in a landscaping supply store. Weekend and holiday work required. Call 250-341-5078.

Strands is looking for P/T evening kitchen help. Please contact Tony Wood at 250-342-6344.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Fiona Wilfley, AEP Intuitive Reader

Fairmont Hot Springs Studio • 250-342-1713

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.

Female care aid needed for part-time work. Experience and/or training required.

Weekday mornings. Non-smoking household with pets. Need own transportation. 250-688-0271.

Peppi’s Pizza is accepting resumes for summer employment. Cooks, servers, dishwashers. Email to p.fuel@yahoo.ca. Attn: Tim and Laura 2013 and call or drop by in person.

Saunders Family Farm is seeking P/T or F/T position in a busy jammaking kitchen. Please contact Faith at 250-342-9283.

Crystal Concierge, housekeeping services company is looking for part and full-time housekeepers. Email resume to nenet@xplornet.ca.

0911611 BC LTD o/a Tim Hortons 496 Highway 93/95 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K2

Food Counter Attendant Full-time/shift work Nights/overnights/early mornings/weekends $11.05/hour + medical/dental/group benefits.

Apply via email: timhortons.invermere@gmail.com

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Seniors’ Housing

INVERMERE, BC I have worked for Golden Life for 7 years.

Working for a company that really understands resident wellness has made it a very rewarding career. I would recommend this job to anyone.

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Employment Opportunity

Join the A&W Team!

Respite Worker

Provides support to individuals who have varying abilities in a residential setting by providing care during the day and evening hours ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Staff will provide support to help them relate in a socially appropriate manner through the use of daily routines and activities. This position requires that staff work collaboratively with the family, community and other agency staff to deliver these services.

Submit a resume and cover letter by 4:00 p.m., July 24, 2013, to: Michele Neider Director of Program Management Family Resource Centre Box 2289, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0

A&W Invermere has openings for four full time food counter attendants.

We offer an enjoyable and positive workplace environment, shared benefit plan for fulltime employees and opportunities for advancement.

Please apply in person, or online at www.aw.ca

Work and play at one of Canada’s premier golf resorts, while enjoying a Rocky Mountain lifestyle. We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Executive Chef

Full-time – Year-round • $55,000 - $68,000 per year

Essential functions: • On-going review of supplier and competitor pricing • Set an annual planning calendar for menus revisions, training and long-term capital expenditure • Employee Deliverables • Accountable for and assist with Human Resource functions such as recruiting, development, administration, discipline and culture for all staff • Engage employees, encourage their ideas and act on them. Stimulate and develop positive morale and team spirit that will lead to high productivity • Create and deliver Standard Operating Procedures such as the following: • Exceeding Health & Safety regulations as required by the Interior Health Board • Ensure schedules are written within the labor budget guidelines while maintaining adequate coverage in all areas • Create food instruction manuals, in conjunction with the Health & Safety Plan, ensuring all staff creates dishes with the same consistency • Develop a system around securing all products storage areas to prevent theft • Oversee ALL inventory systems for the culinary side of our operation • Act like an owner – treat the operation as if it were your own Maintenance: • Ensure property, facilities and equipment remains in good repair and appearance.

Maintain clean and orderly kitchen areas.

• Develop and execute a plan for deep cleaning of all culinary areas to promote clean work areas and preventative maintenance Physical Ability & Experience Requirements: • Able to be on feet throughout a ten-hour day.

• Minimum of (5) years of culinary experience in a high volume restaurant • Several years of experience managing multi outlet kitchen operations • Extensive experience managing cafeteria, catering and fast service operations a strong asset • Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills • Strong computer literacy especially with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Red Seal Certification or industry equivalent is essential • Food safe certification or provincial equivalent Special Skills: • Strategic decision maker with strong attention to detail and ability to adjust to major changes in work tasks or work environment • Knowledge of wine and related spirits an asset as well as experience with F&B POS systems • Hands on training experience. Strong leadership skills, ability to develop and train all employees, delegate responsibility and take action appropriately • Chef de Cuisine certification or industry equivalent is considered a strong asset • University or College diploma in a culinary or hospitality field is an asset.

To apply for this position, please email Employee Experience Manager, Adam Hopper at adam.hopper@panoramaresort.com. Applications will be accepted until August 24, 2013 and the start date for this position is November 1st, 2013.

www.PanoramaResort.com

Woodex Industries is now accepting resumes for Operators.

Please send resumes to tyoung@woodexind.com or drop off in person to Trevor Young at 5711 Seel Road, Edgewater, B.C.

Wages: $10.25 - $11.50/hour, depending on experience.

JOIN THE TEAM AT RADIUM RESORT!

Description: The role of the Executive Chef is to oversee ALL culinary operations for our resort and associated services and accountabilities. This position is a predominately hands on role with most of your time being spent cooking on line and prepping alongside your team.

OPERATORS

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Room Attendant – Full or part-time Laundry Attendant –Part-time Front Desk Agent – Full or part-time Servers – Full or part-time

Please submit resumes to info@radiumresort.com or apply in person to the front desk.

250.347.9311

APPLY NOW

Opportunities Available: LPN

Columbia Garden Village - Ivy House Invermere, BC

Please apply by email or fax at: F: (250) 489-2673 Email: careers@glm.ca

Are you a motivated, organized and experienced marketing professional with strong communication skills?

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Join our winning team!

As summer progresses, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is still hiring! We have positions open through the end of October in a variety of venues, with possible permanent positions for qualified and enthusiastic candidates. Openings include:

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TODAY IS JUST THE BEGINNING...

Dishwasher Prep Cook Line Cooks Housekeepers Estheticians Baristas Servers Outside Maintenance Front Desk Agents Guest Services

Interested? Please forward your resume with references to the attention of David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or call 250.345.6004. fairmonthotsprings.com

Do you love the mountains and enjoy skiing or snowboarding?

Graphic Design & Marketing Coordinator Creation and production of all artwork, coordinating marketing projects and timelines and maintaining brand continuity.

Sales and Marketing Coordinator Group sales focus - developing and retaining strong relationships with all business customers. Assists with the coordination of marketing projects, event planning and execution.

Both roles are full-time, year-round, based in Jasper and report to VP Marketing & Sales. More detailed position descriptions are available by contacting Brian Rode at brrode@skimarmot.com.

Please forward your cover letter and resume to: brrode@skimarmot.com Attention: Brian Rode

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE:

Tuesdays at noon N E W S PA P E R

Call us today to place your classified advertisement.

E-mail: info@cv-pioneer.com Phone: (250) 341-6299 Fax: (250) 341-6229

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New sailing school cruising Lake Windermere

By Steve Hubrecht, Pioneer Staff If harnessing the gusty power of Mother Nature to go gliding across Lake Windermere appeals to you, but you lack sailing knowledge, or perhaps more significantly don’t have a spare sailboat kicking around the backyard to practise with, then you’re in luck — the Columbia Valley has a new, international-standard sailing school this summer.

Thorsten Gaul decided to launch Columbia Valley Sailing this year after several years of sailing on Lake Windermere. He began as a self-taught sailor before taking a basic certification course on the coast.

“It turns out being self-taught is not always the best idea,” said Mr. Gaul. “The level of education provided in the courses is good and it’s in the interest of safe sailing for people to get certified.”

Columbia Valley Sailing is, for the time being, a keel boat sailing school for adults, since a keel boat (a large cabin cruiser type boat) is what Mr. Gaul has. Kids are welcome to come as long as they are supervised by adults.

“Our goal is to promote an international standard of sailing on Lake Windermere,” said Mr. Gaul, who has been sailing for five or six years and is trained as an instructor to both International Sailing Federation and Canadian Yachting Association standards.

As soon as Mr. Gaul took his first sailing certification course, he realized he wanted to become a basic sailing instructor and introduce other valley residents to his wind-powered passion.

“Sailing was always something I wanted to try. I wanted to get away from motorboats, to try something that was in line with the environment, something that was more of an art than a skill,” said Mr. Gaul of why he began sailing, adding the idea of moving with the wind without mechanization initially seemed foreign and romantic.

Lake Windermere is a great place for both experienced and new sailors, according to Mr. Gaul.

“Actually, it is fantastic. The winds here are variable but generally quite good,” he said, adding the breezes usually blow from the north or south and so align well with the lake and they tend to be either extremely light (good for beginners) or extremely strong (a good challenge for sailors wanting to test their abilities).

This first year is all about testing the market and seeing what people on the lake are interested in, said Mr. Gaul. The school is offering two-hour discover sailing classes, ten-hour full introduction to sailing classes and 30-hour basic cruising courses. Mr. Gaul is thinking off adding kids’ sailing courses in dinghies and catamaran courses in the future.

Those interested in learning more can check out the regatta at this weekend’s Summer Splash at James Chabot Provincial Park or by checking out www.columbiavalleysailing.com.

notIce oF ScHeduled Power InterruPtIon FaIrmont Hot SPrIngS When: Sunday, August 18, 2013 Time: 4:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. (MDT) Where: Fairmont Hot Springs – north along Hwy 93/95 from Hot Springs Road, south to Fairmont Airport Road, including all of Fairmont Hot Springs.

BC Hydro will be making electrical system improvements in Fairmont Hot Springs on Sunday, August 18, 2013.

To ensure the safety of our work crews, it will be necessary to interrupt electrical service for approximately 4 hours.

To prepare for this interruption and protect your equipment from damage, please turn off all lights, major appliances and unplug all electronics.

For the first hour after the power comes back on, please only plug in or turn on those electronics and appliances that you really need. This will help ensure the electrical system does not get overloaded.

Prepare for outages and stay informed by visiting bchydro.com/outages or bchydro.com/mobile from your handheld device. Please call 1 888 POWERON (1 888 769 3766) for more information.

LOVELY LAKE — Sailboats bob in the tranquil waters of Lake Windermere, which according to Columbia Valley Sailing founder Thorsten Gaul are ideally suited for both beginner and advanced sailors.

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We are sorry for the inconvenience. We will restore your power as soon as we can.

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Invermere MusicFest (Clockwise from top left) The setting sun beams on Shakura S’Aida as she begins her headlining performance at the first annual Invermere MusicFest – Waterfront Music Festival on Sunday, August 6th (N. Trigg photo); Kyprios is joined by The Chaparones as he delivers high-energy hip hop (D. Walton photo); Kyprios and his back up vocalist hit the high notes (N. Trigg photo); Plastic Acid Orchestra trimmed themselves into a trio for the show (D. Walton photo); Local singer/songwriter Emily Molloy performed original material between the sets of Plastic Acid and Kyprios (D. Walton photo); Acoustic folk rock duo the Halfsacks warmed up the stage for the main act; DTSS student Jade Bowen was the first performance of the festival (D. Walton photo); Headliner Shakura S’Aida had a very active stage presence, visiting all of her instrumentalists while belting her soulful vocals (N. Trigg photo).

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FAITH

Prayer at every turning point

By Father Gabriel St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Everyone invariably experiences many turning points in life, such as choosing a career or a partner, changing relationships, losing a loved one, leading a single life, coping with divorce or a broken relationship, retirement, unemployment, etc. Each turning point involves a choice, a decision to be made. Psychology calls this process creative intelligence, which leads to a special and profound insight and experience. Human life is a very precious gift, but with its twists, turns and pressures, we acquire discomfort and become progressively neurotic in life. Blood pressure increases, challenges and demands of life lead to worry, anxiety and fear. Sudden turbulence in life can cause constant stress and limit our focus. We become hopeless and powerless to cope with our situation.

The Bible helps us with the story of Samson (Judges 14). When Samson was unexpectedly confronted with a lion cub, he mustered strength and courage to cry out to God, “ Yahweh, help me.” In fact, God helped him to be

victorious. Without any weapon, he struggled with the lion cub and tore it into pieces. Our life too has numerous unexpected hardships and obstacles. They seem to be enormous and impossible to overcome. During such moments, the example of Jesus gives us insight: “Jesus went up the mountain to pray” (Mt 14:23). He spent quality time with God, His Father. Jesus interestingly teaches us to spend quiet time in prayer when we are faced with life’s burdens. Jesus stepped away from the limelight and the maddening crowd to commune with God. Prayer is conversing with God; opening our hearts and minds to Him; dialoguing with Him about our concerns, struggles and challenges; consulting Him for guidance; and thanking Him for the several favours received.

Jesus understood the importance of prayer and freed himself from the distractions to acquire serenity, clarity, peace and quiet. Therefore, he was able to withstand all violent storms and difficult situations in life.

Prayer can transform our lives. Mother Theresa calls this transition a “spiritual awakening, a turning point, that decisive moment which has contributed to the unique and historical change in one’s life.” Would you like to have an experience of this singular favour?

In Luke 11.1, the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray. Jesus taught them the beautiful prayer ‘Our Father’ in response. Let us try to make this prayer our own and in the course of our life we will see a major transition taking place in us. All the best!

. . . ‘Kootenay’ from page 3

. . . ‘Brewing’ from page 5

in and around Kootenay National Park have really grown to understand that fire is ecologically important,” said Mr. Kubian. “That’s a big change — 20 years ago that was just not the case. People didn’t want to see dead trees, didn’t understand that fire is an integrated process that’s been around for thousand of years.”

These days the park seems to be managing issues of reality (such as trail closures and the effects of smoke) rather than issues of perception, he said, adding that even the park’s interpretive theme is how fire and ice have shaped the landscape of the area.

The Kiwi Tsunami has an initially fruity taste followed by a wave (the tsunami) of heat, the Roasted Red Hot is the mildest of the three and is filled with roasted red bell peppers, roasted garlic and roasted tomatoes. The Roasted Red Hot X has the same ingredients as the original Roasted Red Hot, but more than twice the habaneros.

‘Loads of roasting equals loads of flavour,” said Mr. Hunt of the recipes, adding he uses fresh vegetables and natural ingredients, no sugar and no preservatives.

The habaneros — the key ingredient putting the kick in the hot sauce — are kind of like wine grapes. The slightly different climate and soil conditions in each area that grows habaneros produces peppers with slightly different properties. Mr. Hunt sources his peppers in Latin America, although he briefly tried some grown in the Okanagan.

“You need to keep consistent with where you get the habaneros,” he said. “The ones from the Okanagan just weren’t hot enough. It changed the sauce dramatically: it just didn’t have the perk.”

Mr. Hunt sells his Kootenay Bayou at the Radium community market on Friday night, the Invermere farmers’ market on Saturday and the Fairmont farmers’ market on Sunday. You can also find it in local specialty food stores in the valley and at Arrowhead Brewery. The fledgling company also has a website www.kootenaybayou.com and a Facebook page.

Valley Churches LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, August 11th 10:30 a.m.: Worship and Life Instruction, “ Some Alliance: History and Thought”...Guest speaker, Dr. Bernie Van De Walle, ministering.

7 p.m.: “SING and CELEBRATE”...at L.W.A.C. Pastor Trevor Hagan 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10 a.m.: Worship and World Kids’ Church provided.

Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: at St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats.

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

712 -12th Ave., Invermere • Father Gabriel • 250-342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Worship services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m.

Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m.

President Barry Pratt • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-341-5792

Village of Radium Hot Springs

Community Block Watch Program Information Night Monday, August 19th 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Radium Hot Springs Community Hall.

For more information about the program please visit www.blockwatch.com or contact Karen @tklarsen1@hotmail.com A WATCHFUL NEIGHBOUR IS YOUR BEST BURGLAR ALARM

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