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August 30, 2013 Vol. 10/Issue 35

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 1 August 30, 2013

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 3

VALLEY NEWS

Crossroads agri-park concept unveiled

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff An agricultural park including a fairground and various commercial buildings has been drawn up by the Windermere District Farmers Institute as a development concept to accompany their recentlyapproved abattoir and corral.

Agriculture at the Crossroads, the Local Food Village and Agri Park are among the names being considered in a new naming contest, with the winner to be announced at a fundraising auction to be held at the Windermere Saddle Club, near the crossroads of Highway 93/95 and Athalmer Road, on Saturday,

October 5th.

“The auction will serve to give us some funds for upfront costs like permits and plans,” said Farmers Institute projects coordinator Hedi Trescher. “We hope it will be a fun event that will demonstrate community support and showcase our plans to make this property an asset to the community.”

Auctioneer Tex Lortscher will take bids on a quarter of the first steer butchered at the abattoir, a load of manure, firewood, gravel, arts and crafts, produce, and trees and shrubs. The Farmers Institute’s vision of using the property harkens back to the East Kootenay Agricultural and Industrial Exhibition, which ran on the site from 1957 to 1967. (The Farmer’s Institute is seeking the

public’s help in finding old photos taken at those events.)

The farmers group continues to pursue a $150,000 grant from the province’s Meat Transition Assistance Program, despite discouraging feedback thus far. The program, launched in 2006, is designed to encourage construction of new slaughter facilities in under-served regions to meet provincial Class A or B licensing standards under B.C.’s 2004 Meat Inspection Regulation.

The group is now seeking help from East Kootenay MLA Bill Bennett to revive the grant opportunity.

The group is also seeking $90,000 from the new Columbia Valley Community Directed Funds towards paying for power connections and roads.

Continued on page 16 . . .

Local racers make their mark in the Rockies

By Greg Amos, Pioneer Staff Local running couple Nadyia Fry and Jakub “Kuba” Sumbera can each lay claim to being among the raddest racers in the Rockies, after blazing their way to two impressive recent victories.

Ms. Fry won the six-day endurance TransRockies Race in Colorado in mid-August, while Mr. Sumbera shattered the course record on the Heiko’s Hellish Half 25-kilometre mountain run in Fernie last weekend.

The gruelling 188-kilometre TransRockies run took place over six days from Buena Vista to Beaver Creek, with single day elevation gains ranging from 2,400 feet to 4,800 feet. The race has been running for seven years, starting as a team event, but this year is the first time it was offered as a solo run.

Ms. Fry finished first among 31 women in the

race, with a total time of 17:58:38, nearly two hours faster than the quickest male in the event.

“It was challenging just to prepare; didn’t know if I should do a warm up each day,” she said. “Mentally, it was kind of hard each morning to just go. But it was the most satisfying event I’ve run.”

Ms. Fry came from behind after placing second in the first two days of the event to win the third stage, lose the fourth stage by 10 seconds, and win the fifth and sixth stages to take the overall prize.

“During the third day, I was like ‘Wow, this is pretty hard on the legs’,” she said. “I could feel fatigue in muscles I hadn’t really noticed before.”

Supporting her during the race was her mother, Debbie Maguire, who came down from Fairmont Hot Springs to volunteer for the event.

“I turned 30 this year, and my mom turned 60

– she was tenting for the full six days, and was at the start and finish line, working her tail off,” said Ms. Fry, who also won the Calgary Marathon earlier this summer with a time of 2:51:36.

Ms. Fry credits Invermere’s Crazy Soles running store, where she occasionally helps out, with helping her as a sponsor by providing her a limitless supply of Inov8 brand running shoes — as well as providing the camraderie that keeps running fun for her.

“I enjoy the Saturday group runs, that keeps me socially active,” she said.

Other racers with valley connections also thrived.

Ian Perrimon, a former valley resident, finished first among the 20 men in the race, winning it with a time of 19:49:41, more than an hour ahead of the next runner.

Continued on page 20 . . .

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Submitted by Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac Columbia Valley RCMP •At 2:30 p.m. on Friday, August 23rd, the Columbia Valley detachment received a complaint of hit and run on Main Street West in Radium Hot Springs. A 2001 Toyota Sienna operated by a 49-year-old female from the U.S. was rear ended by a Chevrolet Blazer.

The driver of the Blazer who was in his 60s or 70s spoke with the driver, however he departed the area. Information was provided to the police and the investigation is continuing with good leads to follow up on.

•At 3:18 a.m. on Saturday, August 24th, the Columbia Valley detachment responded to a break and enter at the Rustic Grill and Bar at Panorama Resort. The manager of the bar was alerted via an alarm. Panorama security and the manager quickly responded and detained a male inside the bar that was about to walk out with a handful of liquor. Police attended and arrested a 23-year-old male from Calgary. The male was released and will be appearing in Invermere Provincial Court November 12th.

•At 11:49 p.m. on Saturday, August 24th, Columbia Valley detachment members were called to a complaint of a disturbance at the Horsethief Bar in Radium. A male was highly intoxicated and causing a disturbance. Police attended and located the male outside of the bar. The male refused to co-operate with the police and would not provide his name. The male was arrested for being drunk in public and as a result of not giving the police his name, was arrested for obstruction. In the morning the male was offered a deal he could not turn down and he properly identified himself. The 45-year-old male from Kamloops was issued a Liquor Act ticket for being drunk in public.

•At 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 25th, the Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a disturbance complaint at a private party at the Radium Resort.

Police dealt with an intoxicated male. From reviewing the circumstances and the complication trying to follow what was happening, I can only report that someone was dancing with someone they should not have been dancing with and words were had. The situation had calmed down by the time police arrived and the parties in dispute with each other parted ways.

•At the same time as the above incident, a report was phoned in that a group of people was damaging a stop sign in the area of 10th Avenue and 10th Street in Invermere. Police attended and located the damaged sign.

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Patrols for the group of people that may have been responsible proved negative.

•At 9:55 p.m. on Sunday, August 25th, police attended to a disturbance complaint involving shouting and possibly fighting going on between a group of people in the 1300 block of 11th Avenue in Invermere. Police attended and the majority of the people involved complied with police request to tone things down. A 45-year-old female from Invermere was not as cooperative and was arrested for being drunk in public and lodged in cells.

Cram the Cruiser report Thanks to all those that brought food items and money to go to our Valley Food Bank during the Kraft Celebration event at Kinsmen beach. This is the third event that we had Cram the Cruiser out and we have been able greatly assist the food bank. The highlight of the day for me was to meet another young boy with the same name as me and happens to spell it correct with a K. The hard question As a police officer with over 37 years of service, I have interviewed and interrogated many people. In some instances in attempting to solve a crime I have often been able to come up with the hard unexpected question that is meant to catch them off guard. Their hands begin to sweat, heart rate goes up, look of a deer caught in the headlights and eyes look upward searching for a quick response to the question. Next to the police, wives are the next best interrogators. Case in point: if you are not aware, probably the worst question a husband could be asked, as I was last week was, “Do you know what day this is?” Hands start to sweat, heart rate goes up with all the other symptoms. I respond our anniversary. Bev responds it’s August, we married in July. I knew that, no idea why I said that. Bigger hole to climb out of. It was an automatic panic response. She’s waiting for an answer and not letting me off the hook. I thought hard and then realized the answer. I proudly answered, “this is the day Elvis died.” She responds back, “ that’s right, this was the day we met.” I knew that; the hole just kept getting deeper. By this time I was so deep in the hole, my voice echoed. Guys, think deep and hard and avoid panic answers. Learn from my mistakes. I’m working on a generic, romantic type answer that would be a great response to that question regardless of what important day it would be.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 5

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Glacier Resorts Ltd. is holding off on its injunction against the Citizens for Jumbo Wild checkpoint group on the Farnham Creek road, as work gets underway on summer skiing and lift construction at the glacier.

The company’s lawyer made a motion for indefinite adjournment at a hearing on the injunction in B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver on Monday, August 26th, which the judge granted. In the aftermath, both sides in the case each said the other can’t claim victory.

The camp is still in place on the road, but Glacier Resorts Ltd. vice-president Grant Costello has been up to Farnham Glacier with a work crew and excavator and says work is proceeding as planned.

“I don’t know how they (the checkpoint group) could claim victory,” said Glacier Resort Ltd.’s Vancouver-based lawyer Greg Tucker. “The judge awarded us costs in any event.”

The injunction application had only one personally named defendant — checkpoint group member and Johnsons Landing resident Robert Meaney — although it also listed John and Jane Doe and persons unknown.

A Nelson-based lawyer helping with the case (on the defendant’s side) said it’s inaccurate to say the developers won the case.

“They (Glacier Resorts Ltd.) brought an application for injunction and they didn’t proceed with it. To me, there’s no way that they won,” said Judah Harrison. “It is apparent that the matter is not resolved. The (resort) proponents and their counsel attempted to bully and catch the citizens (at the camp) off guard and failed. They tried to push us around and that didn’t happen. Their ability to get an injunction is in question. It’s easy to say you won when you didn’t have a hearing.”

But according to Mr. Tucker, the motion to adjourn indefinitely was made because Mr. Costello along with a work crew and excavator – the same crew and excavator that did not go past the camp on Saturday, August 10th — was able to get up to Farnham Glacier unimpeded last weekend.

“We (Glacier Resorts Ltd.) brought an application, served notice, prepared the materials and as of last week this blockade was moved, taken down. When the hearing came

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on, we said we think there should be an adjournment. It’s a bit anti-climatic because the hearing did not proceed. But we won’t have to proceed with it ever if there’s no further attempts to block access,” said Mr. Tucker.

All parties are in the same legal place they were before the proceedings started, said the defendant’s Vancouverbased main legal counsel Jason Gratl.

“They (the developers) applied for an injunction and didn’t get one. And if they apply for one again, the defendants are poised to shred the plaintiff’s evidence,” said Mr. Gratl, adding that seeking an injunction creates a continual threat of serious, immediate consequences and — if granted — removes police discretion on whether or not to arrest protestors.

“Ordinarily at this point in an injunction case the project proponent has acting orders in place and the protestors live with the ongoing threat of criminal contempt charges against them. The project proponent here failed to obtain the threat advantage they were seeking in the first place,” he said. “The injunction order usually means punishment will be probable, swift and harsh if the injunction order is breached. Here Glacier Resorts Ltd. failed to obtain those advantages.”

Camp members characterized the motion to adjourn as backing down.

“Glacier Resorts ran out of court because they are unable to defend their activities,” said Mr. Meaney in a Citizens for Jumbo Wild press release. In a previous press release, Mr. Meaney likened the whole issue to a game of chess.

“They’ve basically backed away. We have publicly challenged the developers to prove they have the authority to modify the Farnham Glacier and they have backed down from that. It’s a lot of hot air,” camp member and occasional spokesperson K. Linda Kivi told The Pioneer.

Mr. Harrison used different phrasing, but agreed with the camp members’ sentiment.

“If they (the developers) have a clear-cut case for an injunction, they would not have adjourned,” he said.

But according to Mr. Tucker, the developers did not back down in court.

“I have to say that there is just no merit at all to that position. We backed off because the blockade’s gone,” said Mr. Tucker. “It (adjourning) seemed to be the correct do under the circumstances.”

The adjournment meant the question of whether or not the checkpoint camp (which has been in place for more than a month) constitutes a blockade — or did on Saturday, August 10th — never came up in the hearing.

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PERSPECTIVE

August 30, 2013

Born to run

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff

While a few local runners have been making the valley proud this summer, there’s a broad network of active people and organizers who supply the energy and structures that help our athletes succeed in the first place.

As local runner Nadyia Fry explained it, the Saturday morning running group put together by Crazy Soles is a fun and informal means of getting out with similarly health-conscious people and enjoying the abundance of local running trails, whether setting out at a light trot or pushing yourself through hard-core interval training.

In his book Born to Run, author Christopher McDougall argues that running is as important a part of being human as swimming is to a fish. By studying anthropological evidence that shows humans would hunt by running down animals for hours or even days, and looking at a modern-day group of Mexican runners who favour bare feet over cushioned runners, the author arrives at a fascinating conclusion: that the joy of getting out for a walk, run, trot or jog is rooted in how we’ve evolved as a species.

It’s easy to get glued to a phone, transfixed by a screen, or otherwise anchored to a sedentary lifestyle.

That’s why it’s great to see the re-emergence of running, through local events like the Headbanger Trail Challenge in Radium Hot Springs or the newly-launched Swansea Scramble up Mt. Swansea. And despite the fact that many of us are considered “oldtimers” in hockey parlance by our mid-thirties, distance runners tend to enjoy their best results in the thirty-something age bracket.

Ms. Fry and Kuba are shining lights, but they rightly point out that there are so many athletes in the valley whose achievements and successes go unsung. In my book, the participation award we all remember from elementary school is not just a token handout — it means a lot to say you trained and pursued your goals.

So get up. Run. Jump. Move. Your body is the greatest tool you’ll ever own. If you’re not into the idea of running or walking in the upcoming Headbanger race, consider volunteering. It will surely be worth it.

Historical Lens

Beach beauties, 1960

Local beauty pageant contestants (left to right) Lorraine Florence, Celia Wilder, and Sylvia Walker pose for a snapshot taken by photographer J.W. McLeod during the 1960 Invermere Regatta. The commodore for the regatta that year was A.E. (Bino) Erickson, standing on the back left.

Photo A1373 courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

A valley resident’s dispatch from Dubai

Dear Editor:

This Columbia Valley resident finds himself in Dubai (in the United Arab Emirates) this week.

The hot topics here include the 52,324 tickets (each carrying a $150 fine) which were issued to motorists who failed to buckle up, the General Department of Traffic in Dubai’s seizure of 155 vehicles that were found to have aeroplane fuel and hi-tech computers on board (they must have a need for speed); and, my

favourite, the 40 Emiratis of five tribes who entered wedlock (getting a bulk discount on the licence fee).

Not making the news here: Jumbo Wild, errant deer behaviour, Dick Tater and the latest exploits of the Tuesday night Phat Boyz. All things considered, the valley is a pretty nice place to live, even if we are unable to fill our trucks at the airport with Jet A.

Ian Robbins Fairmont Hot Springs

CORRECTION: In the “Relaxing on the river, 1920” historical photo from the August 23rd issue of The Pioneer, Ray Crook noted it was actually M. Achenback who took the photo, as Ray would have been just two years old in 1920. We apologize!

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LETTERS

We enjoy Marko’s stories Dear Editor:

Just a note to let you know how much my family and I enjoy the personal story ending to the RCMP reports, written by Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac, weekly in your paper.

It is so refreshing to have a bit of

humour from time to time, in our world of mostly gloom and doom. He certainly has a way with words - perhaps he should write a book about theses episodes when he retires!

The Ellis families Calgary, Alberta

Tolerance takes courage I thought I would share a story with you of special interest to me. Recently a kind-hearted person took his own life in Spillimacheen. In truth we all have our own issues to deal with at times. He was judged, and at times victimized for being a gay man. I watched outright prejudice take place by neighbours and was told by a landlady and her family I was not even allowed in their business or to visit their home or it would jeopardize my place to live and employment. Even after his passing not one person extended their condolences.

I am quite perplexed by this; I am curious how this type of behaviour is still acceptable. Extending those ideals would be appropriate. With laws against bullying and racism, how is it even legal to treat a person this way?

It’s simply because no one stands up for another, or is tolerant to each other.

During a discussion of Mental

Health Awareness, how many actually become aware? How many have actually talked to those wrapped in the stigma of mental disease? I am rarely amused by the use of phrases like “valley time” being used for an excuse to shed responsibility or ambition. I am glad my children are in Alberta. At times like this I am reminded of a great quote by Martin Luther King Jr.: Cowardice asks the question, “Is it safe?”Expediency asks the question, “Is it politic?”And vanity comes along and asks the question, “Is it popular?”

But conscience asks the question, “Is it right?”

And there comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe, nor politic, nor popular, but he must do it because conscience tells him it is right.

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Oldtimers power up Killer Rollbots

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff There’s still time to find your favourite Rollbot and grab a ticket for the dinner, dance and casino night at the Invermere Curling Club on Saturday, August 31st.

As part of the annual Oldtimers hockey tournament in Invermere, Saturday night’s party will be fun for all in support of local athletic organizations.

In bringing the community together, the Invermere Killer Rollbots roller derby team will be selling $15 tickets to the event, the Columbia Valley Rockies will take part by operating the casino games, while local minor hockey players run the scoreboards during the tournament.

Following the event, the Rockies will be donating bursaries with money raised to deserving students at David Thompson Secondary School, said general manager Ross Bidinger.

“Any money we raise as a result of this tournament, we return to the community in some way, shape or form through minor sports,” he said.

A roast beef dinner with all the fixings catered

by Grant’s Foods, casino games, and live music by Cranbrook band Canadian Crossfire will be the main attractions for Saturday’s event.

In addition to selling tickets, the Rollbots will be part of the fun on Saturday, explained Rollbot member Cindy MacKay said. In becoming one of this year’s sponsors, the Rollbots held Mr. Bidinger to his word from a year ago.

“Last year he said the Killer Robots would be a good team to help, because the Rockies like to sponsor local sports teams in the valley,” she said. With their benefits from the dinner, dance and casino night, the roller derby girls hope to purchase a training system for the team to use.

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Attendees will have the chance to dance with their favourite Rollbots, which will likely be the best part of their weekend, Ms. MacKay said.

“It’s going to be a lot of fun,” she said. “It starts at six and goes until ‘question mark’.”

To see the girls geared up and in competition, spectators have one last chance, as the Killer Rollbots’ final game of the season happens on Saturday, September 14th at the Memorial Arena in Cranbrook. The local girls, league champions from last year, will be playing to defend their championship.

“Right now, we’re number two and we’re going for number one,” she said.

To get your sports fix before the roller derby championship, don’t miss the live action hockey that happens as part of the Oldtimers Tournament. The games run non-stop beginning at 2:30 p.m. today, Friday, August 30th, and run until Sunday evening at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

Having started in the 1980s, the Oldtimer Tournament has seen some of the same teams return for decades, Mr. Bidinger said.

There will be three local teams in the tournament, which will categorize teams among four divisions based on age. After a round robin tournament decides the top team in each division, the winners are crowned victorious with the presentation of a t-shirt.

“It’s a good social,” he said. “Sometimes it gets a little chippy when there are some teams that match up quite a bit, but it’s just all guys having a lot of fun.”

Watching the oldtimer hockey tournament is free all weekend. To purchase a ticket for the dinner, dance and casino night, call your favourite Rollbot.

If you don’t have a favourite Rollbot yet, call Cindy MacKay at 250-341-5161.

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August 30, 2013

Canmore woman escapes serious injury after e-brake fails

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff A Canmore woman is lucky to have escaped a dramatic recent accident near Canal Flats with nothing more than bad road rash and severe bruises.

Leslie MacFarlan was driving to Wasa along with her 3-year-old son Tatum and a dog, when at about midnight on Friday, August 9th, she stopped at the pullout overlooking Columbia Lake just north of Canal Flats in order to quiet the dog, which had jumped from the passenger seat into the back seat with Tatum, stepping on Tatum as it did.

Realizing the car was on a slope, Ms. MacFarlan put on the emergency brake. She got out of the car and went to open one of the back doors, but the emergency brake, for some reason, didn’t work, according to Ms. MacFarlan and the car rolled back.

The still-open front door struck Ms. MacFarlan and knocked her to the ground, she said.

“It was definitely frightening,” she said.

Ms. MacFarlan was dragged under and run over by the car, which still had her son and the dog inside. She

said her legs and lower body were tangled under the car but when they came free, she grabbed the front bumper of the car as it passed by, in an attempt to slow or stop it, and was further dragged along with the vehicle as it rolled into a shallow ditch.

“It was quite instinctive, I don’t doubt that any mother in my position would’ve done the same thing,”

“I don’t doubt that any mother in my position would’ve done the same thing,”” Leslie MacFarlan, Canmore resident said Ms. MacFarlan, about grabbing the bumper.

Several people soon stopped to offer assistance but Ms. MacFarlan somehow managed only to suffer road rash and bruising in the incident.

“It was really, really lucky,” she said.

Tatum and the dog were unharmed, the car had minor damage to its bumper.

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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS

Origami opens up

MOVIE REVIEW

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ART AT STRANDS

Painter and DTSS teacher Robyn Oliver has spent two years on a series of paintings which deal with some of the toughest challenges facing teenagers. With 16 items in the collection so far, Ms. Oliver’s work is currently being featured in Pynelogs until Monday, September 1st.

Turn to page 14 to learn more.

Photo illustration by Dan Walton

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Art & Food What does ART mean to you?

MMMMMMM… At Pynelogs Art Gallery · Open Daily Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.

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Movie Review: Pain and Gain Reviewed by Lizzie Midyette After making parents of tween boys suffer through the awful Transformers franchise, Michael Bay has thoroughly redeemed himself. Pain and Gain is thankfully lacking in everything we chastise Bay for: exploding machines, lack of plot, and one-dimensional characters. Don’t worry, classic Bay fans, there are still plenty of scantily-clad women on set!

Daniel Lugo (Mark Wahlberg) is a poorly-paid gym employee doing everything he can to scam money from the patrons of the lowend gym he works at. He isn’t very smart but makes up for that in greed, and he manages to get himself caught up in a motivational pyramid scheme

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that convinces him that he can have much more from life than he is working towards. He recruits Paul Doyle (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson), a recovering alcoholic ex-con who has since found Jesus, and Adrian Doorbal (Anthony Mackie), a steroidaddicted gym rat, in a kidnapping and extortion ring. Barely successful in their endeavors, the trio face a series of events that rival any scene in Breaking Bad, while Bay throws in an abundance of incredibly dry, dark humour throughout the entire piece.

The plot is incredible (but true!), the humour is dark, and the actors bring it all together with ease. The result is not quite like anything seen before: it’s almost homage to both

Tarantino and Joel and Ethan Coen at the same time. The very worst of 90’s music provides the soundtrack, and it’s a great example of how music should be used in film for comic effect. Set in Miami’s Dade County, there’s plenty of Dexter-esque darkness to appreciate, too. It’s almost unbelievable that these events are based on a true story, yet apparently the darkness of what actually happened is what inspired the movie to be filmed in around three weeks.

Definitely not for the faint of heart, Pain and Gain hits “rock bottom” of the criminal heist genre in a hilariously dark manner, making this one a must-see due to its originality and portrayal of a series of almost unbelievable events.

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Out & About

Saturday, August 31st

• August 30th, 8:00 p.m.: Turbo.

• Theatre closed September 1st - 19th.

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

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

• 11:00 a.m. - 5:oo p.m.: Old Fashion Bugaboo menu at the Spilli Bean Coffee Shop. Come join our artistans and us in downtown Spillimacheen.

• 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Teddy Bear’s picnic at Kinsmen Beach, hosted by the District of Invermere and WildSafeBC. Bring a picnic and your child’s favourite Teddy. Fun for the whole family with many picnic themed games, bear information and trivia.

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

• 6:00 p.m.: Oldtimers Hockey Tournament Dinner, Dance and Casino at the Invermere Curling Club.

Cocktails at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 7:00 p.m. Music

by Canadian Crossfire. Tickets for sale only from the Killer Rollbots, with the proceeds being donated to the team by the Oldtimers. Find us on Facebook or email thekillerrollbots@gmail.com for more info or to get tickets.

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

Friday, August 30th

Sunday, September 1st

• 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.

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

• 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.: Movie and nachos night at the Summit Youth Centre.

• 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Opening reception of the Min Ma & Bayot Heer Exhibition, Artym Gallery. Show continues until September 8th. www.artymgallery.com.

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

• 9:30 p.m.: Eagle Cry live at The Station pub. Blues/ rock solo project of Benjamin James Caldwell. No cover. Also playing Sunday, September 1st.

• 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.

• First annual Panorama Grizzly Trail Marathon & Relay. Go solo or in teams of up to 5 people on the grueling 42km trail at Panorama. Entry fee for solo $100, for teams $300. Register at GrizzlyEvents.ca or at Crazy Soles in Invermere.

•Closing day for bike park and Mile 1 Quad Chair at Panorama Mountain Village. Visit www.panoramaresort.com or phone 250-342-6941.

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

Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication. We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event.

Please limit your submission to 30 words.

Priority is given to one-off events, so weekly events may run rarely.

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Tuesday, September 3rd • 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Back-to-School kickoff event for homeschooling families. Pack a picnic lunch and hang out at Kinsmen Beach. Call Karyn at 250-3416206 for more information.

• 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.: Extra ice time for Initiation, Novice and Atom at the Arena. Start date for Minor Hockey is September 9th.

• 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Extra ice time for Peewee, Bantam and Midgets at the Arena. Start date for Minor Hockey is September 9th.

Wednesday, September 4th • 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Columbia River Kayak and Canoe’s annual Ladies’ Night to Radium. 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. departure times from the CRKC docks with a common pick-up time of 7:30 p.m. in Radium. Cost is $50/person with boat rental, $25 with own boat + tax. To book a spot, call 250-342-7397.

• 3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Hang out night at the Summit Youth Centre.

• 7:00 p.m.: BINGO at the Windermere Community Hall. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. For more information, contact Gracie at 341-1548 or info@windermerecommunity.ca.

• 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Artist opening at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Show features Neal Panton, Cathy Parkes, Cat McDiarmid, Lori Lees Stout, Elizabeth Stuart and Alice Hale, and runs until September 15th.

Thursday, September 5th • 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.: Extra ice time for Initiation, Novice and Atom at the Arena. Start date for Minor Hockey is September 9th.

• 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Extra ice time for Peewee, Bantam and Midgets at the Arena. Start date for Minor Hockey is September 9th.

• 6:30 p.m.: Swimming at Radium Hot Springs with the Summit Youth Centre. Registration needed by September 4th, 9:00 p.m.

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.

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Art exploring teen issues debuting at Pynelogs

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Canadian teenagers are faced with no shortage of life’s challenges, and because many of their struggles revolve around topics which can be taboo, discussion is often avoided.

Artist Robyn Oliver, who also teaches art at David Thompson Secondary School, has taken on such issues head through a series of paintings, which are on display at Pynelogs Cultural Centre until Monday, September 1st.

“The reason I painted this particular series is because it’s stuff that we don’t normally talk about in society,” she told The Pioneer. “So I was looking for an avenue to start some conversation.”

Subjects range from prominent teen issues such as bullying and pregnancy, and also delve into personal challenges, many stemming from mental

illness.

“Even if it’s not something one particular teen is going through, if it’s a part of their peer group, they could be facing those same issues every day.”

As a high school teacher, Ms. Oliver candidly observes her subjects as they go about their daily lives.

Because of the sometimes dark nature of a student’s reality, and to protect individual identity, origami was used to represent the individual student subjects of Ms. Oliver’s art. The folded paper art form can “still create an emotion, but also distance from the subject,” she said.

The series at Pynelogs will come to an end following the Labour Day weekend after two weeks on display.

Once the series is finished its display at Pynelogs, Rocky River Grill will showcase some of the items in its dining room.

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Art show back at Strand’s

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The Labour Day long weekend art show, featuring local artists, is back in action at Strand’s.

The event, which started in the early 1980s and ran until a brief hiatus for the last two or three years, will showcase the work of nine local artists this Saturday, August 31st.

“It was something that we did for more than 30 years and we’ve decided to bring it back,” said Strand’s owner Tony Wood, adding the restaurant has always had the original work of local artists on its walls. “It’s just something we’ve always done.”

Local artist and this year’s event organizer Meredith Hackler said several of her mentors and relatives had been instrumental in the art show in past years, giving it a bit of legacy for her.

“I grew up here in Invermere, so it’s dear to my heart,” said Ms. Hackler. “I was a bit sad to see it wasn’t running the last few years.”

Strand’s is a big part of the local arts scene and artists sell as much work at the shows there as they do at shows in galleries, according to Ms. Hackler.

“There’s been a lot of positive response when people hear the show is on this year,” she said. “As an artist I really appreciate how the restaurant feels, it has a homey atmosphere. It’s a venue that really brings art into the streets, because it’s laid back, it’s much more community oriented and it brings people together.”

The show will be outdoors and indoors, and will run at Strand’s Old House restaurant from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday:

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Friday:

7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

8:15 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.

6:45 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.

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3:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

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7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

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Don Beddie’s 90th Birthday Tea at the Brisco Hall Saturday, October 26th 1–4 p.m.

6:45 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. Atoms 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Initiation 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Midget Girls

Note: Midget Girls hockey players must be born 2000 or later.

All players report to their age group for the first week including house players. As well, all players must pre-register and pay before going on the ice. For more information or to register, please call Nancy Wilfley, 250-342-6696.

If you are looking for extra ice time, there is ice available on September 3rd and 5th, 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. for Initiation, Novice, Atom • 5-6 p.m. Peewee, Bantam and Midgets.

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Friday, August 30th 6-9pm for an evening reception & Saturday, August 31st 11-3pm Exhibition continues until September 8th

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August 30, 2013 A G R I - P A R K AMBITIONS — The Windermere District Farmers Institute’s agricultural park concept, seen in this sketch by Windermere landscape architect Juri Peepre, would include a fairground, stage, and commercial facilities, as well as the abattoir and corral.

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HOUSE AND ACREAGE FOR SALE 4930 NELSON ROAD, BRISCO

Institute members appeared before the Directed Funds board (chaired by Regional District of East Kootenay area F director Wendy Booth) to make their case on Tuesday, August 27th.

The abattoir development overcame its biggest obstacle in May, when Regional District of East Kootenay directors approved a zoning bylaw text amendment, allowing a small-scale slaughterhouse to be built on the lot. Under that bylaw, any buildings on the lot will need to be 1,700 square feet (160 square metres) or smaller.

A best-case scenario would mean starting abattoir construction next spring, after getting Interior Health approval of the abattoir plans, said Mrs. Trescher.

“There still seems to be a question about the best uses of the property,” she added. “To use land for food production

should never be called a poor use. When the valley was cut off for three or four days due to flooding this summer, there were long line ups in the grocery stores; I have not heard of any line ups at the golf courses.”

Despite lucrative offers to purchase the property during Invermere’s real estate boom nearly a decade ago, such a deal would be of little value to the Farmers Institute, explained Mrs. Trescher.

“There’s no covenant on the land that prevents it from being sold, but from a non-profit organization point of view, the members cannot sell it and use it for their own profit,” she said.

The abattoir will allow niche marketing of grass-fed beef, she said, noting it opens up new economic avenues to farmers who typically deal with herds of less than 100 cattle.

“We won’t do the work for (farmers); this enables creative marketing,” she said.

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ALUMNI GAME

Saturday Afternoon 4 p.m.

Just 2 weeks away!

HOME OPENER

Saturday Evening 7:30 p.m.

Tailgate party at 2 p.m. Lots of ‘old’ favourites returning to play in the alumni and a strong, fresh, new team ready to take on the KI in the 2013-14 season. Come cheer on your favourite Rockies veteran as well as cheer on the new 2013/14 Rockies team.

SEASON TICKETS!

Pre-purchase your season’s pass by calling 250-341-5699

Classic car raffle tickets are available Monday - Friday at Home Hardware or Saturday at the Invermere’s Farmer’s Market, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20.

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YOUR MONEY Beware of the Teaser Rate

A few years ago, Ally Bank aired a commercial where a man in a suit gives a child a really nice toy truck, lets him play with it for few moments, then snatches it back and hands him a cardboard cut-out truck. “It’s a piece of junk!” the child exclaims. “I want the red truck.”

“Well you can’t have the red truck,” the man explains. “That was a limited-time offer. It’s right here in the fine print.”

This entertaining commercial may have been about “fine print” but clearly demonstrates another annoying tactic: the “teaser rate”.

What is a teaser rate?

For deposit accounts, a teaser rate is a high introductory interest rate offered on deposits made within a specific time period.

Teaser rates are normally too good to be true for the long term, and are far above the common realistic rate for the service. That is why teaser rates are always temporary. In fact, they are so short-term that the special rate is often over before the customer realises it. After expiration, the rate normally falls to an average or below average rate for the same service. Cue the nice red truck being replaced with the cardboard cut-out one.

Why do they exist?

There are good reasons why banks, credit unions and other institutions offer teaser rates. Generally, they

are used as a strategy to attract new customers. The hope is that those new customers will start doing other, more profitable business with their institution.

Additionally, most people who take advantage of a teaser rate will forget that it is only temporary, and will leave their money in the account long after the rate has expired. In fact, most institutions expect it.

After all, how many people make a point of checking the interest rate on their deposit account on a regular basis? Secondly, of those who notice a negative change in the rate, how many actually do something about it?

How are people affected?

The sad reality is that in many cases, by the time people realise their money is not earning the teaser rate anymore, enough time has passed that their overall rate of return is average at best.

For example, assume that Bank A offers 1.35 per cent on deposit accounts. Bank B’s regular rate is 1.20 per cent. On January 1, a customer notices that Bank B has a teaser rate on new TFSAs which pays 1.60 per cent. The customer opens a TFSA at Bank B and deposits $10,000.

The teaser rate expires on March 31st, reverting back to 1.20 per cent from April 1st onward. The customer forgets that the rate was only temporary and leaves the money in the account for the remainder of

the year. This is not unusual, as teaser rates usually expire without any special notice. Did this customer still come out on top?

The answer is no. With compounding, Bank A would have paid $135.84 interest over 1 year. Bank B only paid $130.77.

How to use teaser rates For an especially watchful person, teaser rates can be to their advantage. Those who dedicate a lot of time to rate-shopping can sometimes achieve higher returns than those who leave their money in one place.

However, as you can see from the above example, unless people are actively rate-shopping with hundreds of thousands of dollars, they are unlikely to cash in on any big returns.

The best way to use teaser rates is to see them for what they are. If a person doesn’t have a strong relationship with any financial institution, a teaser rate might be a good opportunity to try out their services. However, for those who have a good relationship with a banker or financial advisor, constantly swapping one’s money here and there will likely damage that relationship.

Usually, people find that it’s best to deal with someone they like who offers good rates year-round. They tend to earn higher returns and get better service than those who don’t.

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

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INVESTMENTS | RETIREMENT PLANNING | INSURANCE

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Make this alpine style town home your mountain retreat with all the conveniences of home! Spacious multi-level floor plan includes all the furnishings and is perfect for family gatherings with 3 bedrooms, kitchen with alder cabinets, great room with 11’ ceilings, feature windows and a cozy fireplace.

The multiple decks and patio maximize the views to ensure you won’t miss a moment of sunshine.

Membership is available to the recreational facility in the adjacent community and includes in/outdoor pools, hot tubs, games room, social center, weight room, and kitchen with barbeque patio.

Welcome Home to Elk Park Ranch ~Canada’s only Master Planned Ranch Community! Enjoy quality finishing through-out this brand new 2 bedroom raised bungalow perched on a greenbelt with panoramic mountain views. Beautiful indoor living includes vaulted ceilings, open concept dining/ kitchen with eating bar, a spacious great room with cozy fireplace and feature wall of windows. Spend your time outdoors on the back deck facing the monumental Rocky Mountains or enjoying the sun on the front deck facing the soaring Purcells.

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Lot B Lakeview Drive, Windermere

4798 Selkirk Avenue, Edgewater

Surrounded by lake and mountain views. Just minutes to Invermere, and across the road from Copper Point Golf Course, this beautiful, huge, lake view lot is absolutely perfect. Building site gently slopes to the west, to accommodate a walkout-bungalow. Mature trees, and undisturbed landscape. Views east to the Rocky Mountains and Copper Point, and West to the Purcells, Invermere, and Lake Windermere.

Beautiful 101 year-old heritage home in the heart of Edgewater and truly is a must see. This home sits on a rare .28 acre lot in town and is only steps to all your amenities and yet very privately situated on a flat lot with mature trees, gardens & a large outdoor area with built in 10 man hot tub. At the back of the property there is a good sized double detached garage/workshop. The home has 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms making it the perfect home for a large family or a couple that wish to run a lovely B and B. The home has been meticulously maintained keeping many of the original features but also adding many modern upgrades.

MLS®: 2391271

$599,900

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4840 Borrego Ridge Rd. # 11, Radium Make this fully upgraded alpine-style town home your mountain retreat with all the conveniences of home! Spacious multi-level floor plan includes all the furnishings and is perfect for family gatherings, with 3 bedrooms, kitchen with raised panel alder cabinets and stainless steel appliances including a gas range, granite counters throughout, hardwood floors, solid wood doors, A/C, great room with 11’ ceilings, feature windows and a cozy stone fireplace. The multiple decks and patio maximize the views to ensure you won’t miss a moment of sunshine. Membership is available to the recreational facility in the adjacent community and includes in/outdoor pools, hot tubs, games room, social center, weight room, and kitchen with barbeque patio. Whatever you pleasure, Radium has it all, a place where memories are created to last a lifetime.

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7343 Kootenay Park Drive, Radium This beautiful bungalow has one level living with all the amenities but still allows the new owner the ability to develop additional guest space in the basement. This tucked away gem is located in the gated Radium Valley Vacation Resort and offers two large bedrooms, a stunning bathroom complete with an oversize jetted bathtub, and a main floor laundry room. Any chef would feel right at home in the huge open concept kitchen/dining area appointed with hickory cabinets and upgraded appliances. During the winter months there is a central located 3-sided gas fireplace that well keep everyone cozy and warm. The community recreation centre includes in/outdoor swimming pools, hot tub, tennis courts, playground, fitness room, racquet ball court, games room, and a separate adult and children’s TV area.

MLS®: 2392163

$359,900

(Must be 20 years or older as of December 31st, 2013.)

Cost: $300 per player Includes a 25-game regular season, plus tournaments and playoffs. Season runs September 15th to the end of March. All games on Sunday nights.

Registration Deadline: Friday, September 6th Register in person at High Country Properties. 1006, 7th Avenue, Invermere. Payment must be made at the time of registration via cheque, cash, or money order.

Please make cheques payable to Invermere Hockey League.

4840 Borrego Ridge Rd. #6, Radium

880 Lakeview Drive #105, Windermere

This beautiful alpine style bungalow villa has open air ten foot tall ceilings and nine foot tall windows.

The open concept dining/living/kitchen is complete with granite counters, raised panel alder cabinets, hardwood and slate flooring, solid knotty doors, rock fireplace with heavy timber mantle, and accesses to a huge deck facing the soaring Purcell Mountains. The main level is completed by a beautiful master bedroom with en-suite including a 5 foot walk-in shower, a guest bedroom, and a guest bathroom complete with a deep soaker tub. The walkout basement is completed with in-floor heat and can easily be converted into an additional bedroom, bathroom, and large rec room. Borrego Ridge was designed to showcase your lifestyle while highlighting the natural beauty of the area.

Welcome to Copperside in Lakeview Meadows. This beautiful 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom apartment style unit offers 1,170 sq ft of one-level living. The open concept dining/living/kitchen is complete with granite counters, raised panel cabinets, hardwood and slate flooring, solid knotty doors, rock fireplace with heavy timber mantle, access to two patios, and all completed with 10-foot ceilings and large windows to let in the natural light. Enjoy the private beach, recreation facility with pool/hot tub/fitness area/adult lounge/arcade/playground, and the expansive trail system throughout the community.

Copperside is the prefect location for a lock and leave home.

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Notice of Exclusion Application Regarding Land in the Agricultural land Reserve I, Checkman Holdings (Calgary) Ltd. of Box 134, 4412 Spur Valley Ranch Road Radium Hot Springs, B.C. V0A 1M0 intend on making an application pursuant to Section 12(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the following property which is legally described as D.L. 5117 and located at 4412 Spur Valley Ranch Road.

Any person wishing to express an interest in the application may do so by forwarding their comments in writing to: R.D.E.K. 19 – 24th Ave. S., Cranbrook, B.C., V1L 3H8

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Jewelry on display at Artym Submitted by Deanna Berrington The Artym Gallery As individuals, sometimes finding ways to define ourselves as independent beings is a bit of a challenge; but it can be a great deal of fun! In pursuit of this noble goal, the Artym Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of works by two exceptional artists who work in two different mediums (because sometimes the vessel of expression is just as important as the expression itself ). Min Ma, the renowned painter, will be here for the opening, as well as Bayot Heer, the award-winning jewellery designer. Join them and everyone at the Artym Gallery for an evening reception on Friday, August 30th (that’s tonight!) from 6 p.m. — 9 p.m. If you can’t make it for the opening, the show will continue on Saturday August 31st from 10 a.m. — 5:30 p.m., with both artists in attendance from 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.

It is said that what you have in your home is a reflection of who you are; we would all be lucky to have paintings by Min Ma on our walls! Trained in his home country of China, Min has been in Canada for close to 30 years, and paints the western landscapes with a sure hand, and a very versatile eye. His use of many different techniques and styles demonstrates what a talented and well-trained artist he is; his sense of light and shadow shines through in each of his paintings, and it is easy to see why Mr. Ma has such an avid and passionate follow. . .‘Local racers’ from page 3 Not to be outdone, Ms. Fry’s partner Jakub Sumbera took a big chunk off the course record at the Heiko’s Hellish Half on Saturday, August 24th, winning with a time of 2:20:02 – a new record for the course, which traverses the Three Sisters Pass north of Fernie. “He pretty much shattered it – he beat it by 17 minutes,” said race director Ross Frazier. Jakub beat a field of 45 runners that has become more competitive in each of the three years the race has run, said Mr. Frazier.

“It was a big challenge; I had my eyes set on it

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ing of collectors. This show will feature a great variety of the many subjects Min excels at painting, meaning that there will be something for everyone on the walls.

Another way we express who we are is by what we wear — the ability to wear sculpture created from fine metals and gemstones is something humans have done since ancient times. Jewelry designer Bayot Heer has been creating original pieces of wearable art for decades.

Each piece that Mr. Heer creates is expertly crafted, with tiny lovely details which highlight the uniqueness of his jewellery, and the architectural leaning in his design. He uses beautiful quality stones, and creates fascinating settings for them in white, yellow or rose gold, often using combinations of the three. With all this focus on the aesthetic, the jewellery that Bayot creates is still, in the end, comfortable; the pieces truly come to life when worn.

Don’t miss the evening reception on Friday August 30th from 6 p.m. — 9 p.m.; it is a great opportunity to meet Min Ma and Bayot Heer, these two highly skilled artists. They will both be at the gallery from 11 a.m. — 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 31st as well. Min will be available to talk about his varied body of work, and answer any questions you might have about the paintings at the gallery. Bayot will be doing custom jewellery consultation, so if you have any loose gemstones or great ideas (or both!), now is a great time to talk to a top Canadian jewellery designer about creating a piece just for you. You can see their work online at artymgallery.com. since it started a couple of years ago,” said Mr. Sumbera, who hiked the course both previous times as injuries prevented him from running. “Even though it’s only 25 kilometres, it just takes longer to complete, because it’s so technical.”

Mr. Sumbera’s record-breaking performance came after the course record had already plunged by 14 minutes between the first and second year of the race.

Both Jakub and Nadyia are competing this weekend in the Meet Your Maker race in Whistler, a 50-mile mountain run, which is expected to draw a very competitive field of ultra-runners.

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Work matters Fresh old ideas

By Arnold Malone Pioneer Columnist Work is more than a task to provide food, clothing, shelter, entertainment and a means for retirement. In fact, it is much more. Work defines your happiness. More than half of your daytime hours are consumed by work and your level of happiness away from work is directly related to your level of enjoyment at work. Your work also affects how well you sleep.

To work only for provisions means nearly 100 per cent of the fulfillment that work ought to provide is lost. Work should be for us what canvas and paint are for an artist.

As humans we have an innate desire to be purposeful. All of us wish to have lives that are meaningful and that contribute to our long lasting sense of worth. Not only do we need to do our job well but we also need to know that what we are doing is importance and is seen as valuable.

I feel sorry for those who think that their work is a burden to be endured so as to acquire money to buy happiness in nonwork hours. For those that think such, their life has been chopped and quartered.

Most of the jobs today did not exist twenty years ago and many young persons will soon be employed in jobs not yet imagined. Technology is changing the nature of work, and so is globalization. Where we once sought jobs for a lifetime we now change careers like we change socks.

Work prior to World War II was, large-

ly the use of muscle power; either human or animal. Today work is more cerebral.

However, the decade following World War II is about to have an enormous impact on today’s youth.

The Baby Boomers challenged society at every stage of their lives. When they were arriving at kindergarten there was a shortage of spaces as there also was, later, in elementary school, high school, universities, and then, in the job market. The Baby Boomers over flowed the job market. The 1970s had a lot of unemployed PhDs. That decade had the highest number of educated unemployed in the 20th century.

The youth of the early 21st Century are about to enter a period of job abundance.

The Baby Boomers are about to retire enmass. Canada’s Baby Boom occurred when the birth rate was just over four children per family. Since then, the birth rate dropped as low as 1.2 children and now has settled at 1.5 children per family.

We require 2.1 children per family just to sustain our current population. We are heading for a worker shortfall where the number of workers required will be 50 per cent below our on-coming need.

Canada now immigrates over 250,000 immigrants per year or about half enough to meet future job growth.

Moreover, increasing immigration rates is not the answer as there is an absorption capacity for a society and we are at, or near, our upper limit to introduce, train and settle an immigrant population.

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ince becoming a barber in 1969, Invermere Barbers owner Mike Leckie has stayed sharp in his trade. After discovering the valley in 2001, Mike moved here and opened the barbershop that July.

After 12 years in business, Mike is pleased to introduce Patrick Meehan of Shamrock Barbers, who now operates out of Mike’s barbershop.

Patrick decided to become a barber at age 4, quit school at 15 to pursue his choice, and says he would rather cut hair than golf.

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Box 159, 8853 Grainger Rd., Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 • Fax: 250-349-5460 • village@canalflats.ca

NOTICE OF COUNCIL INITIATIVE MERGED WATER LOCAL SERVICE AREA BYLAW 149, 2013 Notice of a Council Initiative (subject to petition against) process is given to the property owners of the Eagles Nest Water Service Area and the Canal Flats Water Service Area for the merging to upgrade the water distribution system created under Bylaw 149, 2013.

Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of section 217 of the Community Charter that the Council of the Village of Canal Flats wishes to merge the Eagles Nest Water Service Area and Canal Flats Water Service Area distribution systems.

Village of Canal Flats Council, on July 22, 2013, gave three readings to the “Merged Water Local Service Area Bylaw 149, 2013” proposing to merge the Eagles Nest Water Service Area and the Canal Flats Water Service Area as a merged local water service area.

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff The Upper Columbia Valley and the Kootenay region as a whole is doing a good job of recycling its used oil, antifreeze and leftover tires, according to a pair of students traveling around the southern parts of province to monitor collection facilities and to promote the recycling of these materials.

“Everybody’s been pretty good; the program is going pretty well and we’ve received really great feedback,” said Carmen Ang, one of the students on the team, which works on behalf of the B.C. Used Oil Management Association and Tire Stewardship BC. Ms. Ang and Nadine Hoyt were in Invermere and Radium last week, on Friday, August 16th, as part of their tour.

“Considering that it only takes one drop of oil to

PUBLIC NOTICE

RECALL AND INITIATIVE ACT

This notice is published pursuant to section 4 of the Recall and Initiative Act.

Property response forms for this Council Initiative are available to the owners of properties of the Eagles Nest Water Local Service Area and the Canal Flats Water Service Area and as per the attached map. Only qualified owners who are opposed to the merging need sign the petition response forms. If 2 or more persons are owners of land, they must be considered as one owner only and are only entitled to petition if a majority of them concur. Qualified owners who are in favour of this merging do not have to sign or submit any documents.

Approval in principle has been granted on an application for an initiative petition. The petition will be issued to proponent Dana Larsen on Monday, September 9, 2013 and signature sheets must be submitted to the Chief Electoral Officer by Monday, December 9, 2013.

Unless petitions are signed by at least fifty percent (50%) of the property owners representing at least fifty (50%) percent of the assessed value of land and improvements and submitted to the Village of Canal Flats at Box 159, 8866 Grainger Road, Canal Flats, BC V0B 1B0, petitioning the Village Council NOT to proceed, Village Council may adopt this merging bylaw within 30 days after notice has been given.

Summary of Initiative: The initiative draft Bill entitled, “Sensible Policing Act” proposes to amend the Police Act to no longer use provincial police resources on the enforcement of current laws in relation to simple possession and use of cannabis by adults. The draft law would prohibit the use of provincial police resources for this purpose, would require police to report in detail to the Minister of Justice any actual use of resources for this purpose and why it was necessary, and require the Minister to publish that report. The Bill also proposes that the province would call upon the Federal Government to repeal the federal prohibition on cannabis, or give British Columbia an exemption, such that British Columbia is able to tax and regulate cannabis similar to the regulation of alcohol and tobacco. As well it proposes that British Columbia shall establish a Provincial Commission to study the means and requirements necessary for the province to establish a legal and regulated model for the production and use of cannabis by adults. Last, the Bill would make nonlawful possession and use of cannabis by minors an offence similar to possession and use of alcohol.

The deadline for receipt of the signed owner’s opposition form to the Village of Canal Flats Municipal office is 4:30 p.m. on Monday September 30, 2013.

Brian M. Woodward Chief Administrative & Financial Officer

contaminate a million litres of water, our program is definitely important,” said Ms. Ang. The places to take used oil and antifreeze in Invermere are Lake Auto Services, Petro Canada’s Panorama Drive facility and Walker’s Repair Centre. You can take used tires to OK Tire and Auto Services. In Radium oil and tires can be collected at Esso.

It’s important for people to drop off their used oil, used antifreeze and old tires during business hours, since it’s easy for unattended oil and and antifreeze to be spilled, according to Ms. Ang. “If people aren’t sure about where the nearest place to drop off (old oil, antifreeze and tires) is they can log onto our website (www.usedoilrecycling.com), punch in their postal code and find out,” said Ms. Hoyt.

Raising awareness about recycling oil and tires is much easier in small town than in cities, said Ms. Hoyt.

The Title of the Initiative is: An initiative to amend the Police Act.

Initiative Advertising: Individuals or organizations who sponsor initiative advertising, other than the proponent and registered opponents, must register with the Chief Electoral Officer before they conduct or publish initiative advertising. Registration applications are available from Elections BC. Who May Sign the Petition: Registered voters as of Monday, September 9, 2013 may sign the initiative petition. Individuals may only sign the petition once, and must sign the petition sheet for the electoral district in which they are registered at the time of signing. Signed petitions are available for public inspection.

For More Information: The initiative application and draft Bill are available for public inspection on the Elections BC website and at the Elections BC office at the address below.

Location: Suite 100 – 1112 Fort Street, Victoria, B.C Mailing Address: PO Box 9275 Stn Prov Govt, Victoria, BC V8W 9J6 Phone: Toll-free: Fax: Email: Website:

250-387-5305 1-800-661-8683 250-387-3578 electionsbc@elections.bc.ca elections.bc.ca

Opponent Registration: Individuals or organizations who intend to incur expenses as opponents must apply for registration with the Chief Electoral Officer by Monday, August 12, 2013. Registration applications for opponents are available from Elections BC.

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Steamboat Society seeks bursary applicants Submitted by Anne Jardine Steamboat Mountain Music Society Steamboat Mountain Music Festival was a joyous celebration of local and regional music. The volunteers, performers, and audience were enthusiastic and numerous. All these elements added up to a successful July 6th event in Edgewater.

At the festival, a silent auction and fifty-fifty draws were dedicated to a special music bursary fund. For the second straight year, Steamboat Mountain Music Society has raised enough funds to offer a bursary to assist musicians with their musical education and development.

Last year this bursary was awarded to two musicians. Eli Beingessner is a dynamic, young singer-songwriter who used his bursary to assist in production of his first CD. Mickey Maione is a seasoned . . . ‘Work matters’ from page 21 So, what is about to become a shortage crisis in the labour market serves as an advantageous gift for our youth. If they develop a positive attitude towards work, dedicate themselves to achievement and become educated in their chosen interest, then they can open the door to an

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performer whose elderly Gibson guitar was rebuilt with his bursary funding. This year, the Steamboat Society looks forward to investing again in the future of the valley’s music scene.

These bursary funds may be used for musical programs of all types: short workshops, music camps, courses, individual or group lessons, master classes, college or university music programs.

Applications must be submitted no later than September 30th, and candidates will be notified by October 31st, 2013. Funds awarded must be used by the recipient before the end of the 2014 calendar year.

Applicants must live in the Columbia Valley region. For further information about this bursary, please phone Anne at 250-347-9860.

opportunity of riches. Today’s youth will be in high demand so they need to prepare for a new world of choice, and a heavier demand.

The job shortages of the 1970s are about to become an abundance of jobs. The young will soon be able to pick from the greatest selection of job offerings our country has ever known.

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Deadline for registration: Wednesday, September 4th Annual General Meeting: Wednesday, September 4th 7 p.m. arena mezzanine League play begins Wednesday, September 11th All games tentatively Wednesday night + REGISTRATION FEE $300

Payment MUST accompany registration to be eligible to play.

Cheque may be post-dated no later than September 30th, 2013.

The Invermere Health Care Auxiliary, at discretion, will be awarding a scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to a student entering a second of subsequent year of a health program at a recognized post-secondary institution. Preference will be given to students who have attended David Thompson Secondary School, Invermere, B.C. and who have been junior volunteers at the Invermere and District Hospital, Columbia House or other health related fields.

Name: _____________________________________________________________

Applications will be received until October 31st, 2013.

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For applications, please contact Marion La brie - 250-342-6369 Evelyne Baertschi – 250-342-3600

MAIL TO: C.V.O.H.A., 205 Laurier Street, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K7 or DROP OFF AT Huckleberry’s, D.R. Sports or Inside Edge E-mail: ____________________________________________________________ Position: __________________________________Years of Experience: _______

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Fairmont Community Association

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August 30, 2013

Nothin’ like summertime As the summer of 2013 winds down, residents and visitors of the valley are making the most of it. Below, the famous Cuban ensemble, El Grupo Cubano, is seen performing tunes from their native land at the Invermere Community Hall on the evening of Tuesday, August 27th. To the right, skateboarder Ben Arcega impressed the judges with his tricks at Syndicate’s 7th Annual Ride for Crisqo skate and bike competition at the Mount Nelson Athletic Park on Saturday, August 24th.

Photos by Dan Walton

Our next AGM will be held Saturday August 31st, 2013 at 10 a.m.

Meeting to be held at the new Lions Den Community Center 5003 Hot Springs Rd. (Next to Tony’s Greek Grill) The future of the FCA is at stake as the current President, Secretary and Treasurer are all stepping away from the FCA. There has been poor attendance at board meetings and few new people have stepped up in recent years to be on the board.

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Youngster develops green thumb visit to his garden plot. But more than anything, Cruze is excited about his pumpkins, laughed his grandmother.

“His pride and joy are these pumpkins,” said Lila.

“Every kid likes a pumpkin for Halloween, and he is very excited about his pumpkin patch, which he plans to share with his friends this fall.”

On a tour of his garden, Cruze was very helpful and informative, pointing out the peas that have gone to seed.

“You can’t eat these ones,” he warned. “(His grandfather) has explained they get old and we have to save them for seed next year,” Lila clarified.

“Grandma, this one is too fat!” Cruze exclaimed, pointing at a pea bursting with goodness. “It’s going to be very hard to open.”

Spying a strawberry, Cruze dove into the plants, after Lila removed the protective netting, and emerged with a large, ripe strawberry in his hand and a big, satisfied smile on his face.

“This is his first year doing it,” said Lila,” and this is what I think is so important, the point I’d like to make to other parents and grandparents — teach your children and grandchildren how to grow what they eat. It’s just common sense; some day we may have to survive by growing what we eat.”

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“I was waiting for him to get to that age so I could teach him gardening,” she said.

Lila says she’s always been a gardener, and derives great satisfaction sharing her many varieties of vegetables with family and friends, in addition to her bouquets of flowers with the elderly and ill.

“This season, it was time to start teaching Cruze how to grow what you eat,” said Lila. “We talked about it all winter, because of course every kid likes peas in a pod.”

After roping off a section of her garden for her grandson, she prepared the soil and dug the rows for seeds.

“I explained to Cruze how he could enjoy fresh peas and carrots if he planted some seeds and cared for the plants,” said Lila.

An enthusiastic Cruze then spread and dug in the compost, and planted the seeds of some of his favourite garden treats: carrots, peas, strawberries and — most importantly — pumpkins. He even insisted on covering them.

“It was just priceless,” said Lila. “He’ll never forget that.”

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The Springs set to expand

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Plans are being developed to showcase the new exclusive housing development at The Springs golf course in Radium Hot Springs.

“We had a successful summer with lots of traffic through the development and now we are engaged in future planning stages to include a showhome” said Radium Resort general manager Wilda Schab.

The 20-lot Radium Springs Estates community, which is literally centred on the Springs, has been creating talk in the valley, generating buyer interest.

A showhome will help give people an idea of what all the fuss is about and will also set the mountain-home architectural style.

“The showhome would be carefully designed to assist in creating a visual to ensure that the architectural vision is continued and showcased in each custom home that is built,” said Mrs. Schab.

“Radium Springs Estates has a distinct sense of place. Key characteristics of the development are the views, the seclusion, the attachment and sense of belonging to the Springs golf course, and the natural environment connected to the community.”

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The electric gate entry to the new community is right beside the Springs clubhouse and the lane leading into the development has been made out of an existing maintenance road.

Natural landscaping elements (including several large, mature spruce trees from Montana) help hide the road from the course.

The P-shape layout of the subdivision ensures the lots feel secluded.

“They’re million-dollar views and million-dollar homes on a million-dollar course, if you know what I mean,” Radium Resort president Bill Newis had previously said of the development. “We wanted to highlight location as much as anything.”

Builders from Calgary who looked at the design guidelines called them the best they’d ever seen, according to Mr. Newis.

Homeowners at Radium Springs Estates will have access to both Radium Resort golf courses, the lodge, pools and fitness club, and will be allowed to have their own private electric power carts on the Springs course. In addition, the homes are situated just minutes away from the first tee.

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Looping Lake Windermere

The body of water between Invermere and Windermere was circled by hundreds of athletes during the 18th annual Loop the Lake event on Saturday, August 10th. Two running events took place: a 10-kilometre stretch which was won by Richard Walker of Calgary, and the half-marathon was bested by local Lonnie Matsuno.

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Short course shines at Eagle Ranch

By Dean Midyette Pioneer Staff When I was asked to play and then write about the new Short Course at Eagle Ranch, I was skeptical. I am used to playing championship courses up and down the valley and dialing it back to play Eagle Ranch as par threes and short par fours didn’t seem like a lot of fun. I set off with my 12-year-old son, a fledgling golfer, and two friends and was proven woefully wrong.

The first thing I noticed was how much my son enjoyed the course. The tee placement on the holes is designed specifically to take a lot of the trouble, such as intimidating carries over water or gullies, out of the line of play. Players still have to navigate the greenside bunkering all the while playing on artfully contoured, lightning fast greens. For the beginning golfer, especially kids, taking length and the visual hazards out of the game allows them to have fun while learning. For the seasoned golfer it is a great workout for the short to mid-irons as well as some much-needed short game practice.

The par threes vary in length from approximately 90 yards to 150 yards with the longest par four measuring in at 270 yards. We never played two holes back to back where we were hitting the same club and the changes in elevation on the back nine made for some thoughtful club selection. The 18th hole gives the golfers a choice of

playing the hole as either a par three or par four, with the longer option requiring a carry of just under 100 yards to reach the fairway.

As always, the finishing hole at Eagle Ranch offers a transcendent view of Lake Windermere, Mount Nelson and the Rockies. What I have come to expect from Eagle Ranch is first class treatment and this afternoon was no different, from the helpful advice from our marshal Terry, to the service by Channelle and Richard and the caddies who assisted us from arrival to departure.

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Sabina (nee Teneese) Cote: 1937-2013

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

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fter their mother, Sabina Cote, passed away earlier this summer on June 25th, sisters Barb and Diana couldn’t bear to let the huckleberries she picked last summer go to waste.

Following in their mother’s footsteps, they made seven pies using her frozen huckleberries and gave them all away to people who had attended her wake.

“She was an avid huckleberry picker,” reminisced Diana.

“Sometimes they would be ready at different times, depending on the weather,” explained Barb. “Mum would be out there scouting. Then, before you knew it, she’d be at your door with a pail of huckleberries, so everybody knew it was time to go out.”

Sap-bin, as she was known to her native friends, was born at home on the Shuswap reserve on March 16th, 1937. Her mother, Margaret Arbel, was an Akisqnuk who had married Shuswap band member Adrian Teneese.

“We were all one nation at that time,” said Barb.

“The Shuswap people were part of the Ktunaxa Nation’s seven bands – five here and two down in the States.”

Chief Louis Arbel, Sabina’s grandfather and the last hereditary chief of the Akisqnuk band, in 1902.

Photo courtesy of the Hal Bavin collection

Sabina Teneese at 18 shortly after meeting her future husband, Joe Cote. She’s sitting on the hood of his truck.

The newlyweds moved to Shuswap land, and Adrian and Margaret had five children, Sabina being the youngest. But after her husband passed away – three months before Sabina was born – Margaret moved the family back to her Arbel family land at Akisqnuk near Columbia Lake, where her father, Louis Arbel, had been the last hereditary chief of the Akisqnuk band.

With the help of Margaret’s mother, Madeline Arbel, she raised her five children in a small cabin. “(Sabina) comes from a long line of hereditary chiefs,” said Diana. “In those days, she would have been classified as a princess.”

Growing up on Akisqnuk land, all Sabina knew was the Ktunaxa heritage until she was forced to go to the St. Eugene residential school in Cranbrook at the tender age of six. Sabina attended the school for ten years until she turned 16, just as her mother Margaret had before her. It wasn’t until the Truth and Reconciliation Commission process – started by the federal government in the 1990s in response to the Canadian Indian Residential School legacy and the harm it caused Canada’s Aboriginal peoples – that Barb truly began to understand the pain her mother had lived through.

“She did suffer a lot, it was really tough for her and it was tough for my grandmother who went as well,” said Barb tearfully. “(My grandmother) did keep a lot of her culture, but unfortunately didn’t get to share as much as she wanted to.”

Accompanying her mother to court through the reconciliation process, Barb learned that Sabina had been

separated from her mother for ten months of the year.

“It would take them three days by buggy,” said Barb. “My grandmother would pack up all the kids, she’d make them all new dresses and shoes, and they’d get to Cherry Creek Road in Kimberley, and they’d all start crying because they knew they were not going to see their mother for ten months.”

When Sabina and her siblings finally arrived, the nuns shaved their heads, took all their new clothes away, and made them wear uniforms. The next June, when they got to go home, their clothes were always returned to them but would be several sizes too small.

“I always thought that was just so sad,” Barb said.

“When you look at children who were raised by nuns and priests, there was no love, there was absolutely no love there, and then you have your own children… it was really hard for my mom. I know she loved us, she did the best she could with what she had, which wasn’t much. She had two months of a mother for ten years.”

“They didn’t know how to raise a family, they didn’t know the day-to-day,” agreed Diana sadly. “(The residential school) took all that away.”

When she was 18, Sabina fell in love with the future father of her children when she met Joe Cote, a French-Canadian from Saskatchewan, who was logging near her family’s homestead.

In the early years of their marriage, Sabina and Joe initially lived in Windermere. While Joe worked as a logger for the Wilder brothers (who, at one point, owned Fairmont Hot Springs Resort), Sabina raised not only their four children, but an additional seven –

Margaret Teneese, Sabina’s mother, in the 1950s.

Photo courtesy of the Hal Bavin collection

August 30, 2013 six were her brother Raymond’s children and one was her sister Jenny’s son - who had no place to go because their own parents were no longer capable of taking care of them.

“We were a family of six, and we ended up with 13, and it was almost like it was overnight,” said Barb. “All of a sudden we had our cousins, plus our granny lived with us as well.”

The family rented the old Windermere courthouse; fond memories for the Cote children include swimming lessons in Lake Windermere, snowmobile rides, a great garden, their mother canning, their parents raising pigs, and… a monkey.

“My dad bought him in the White House for $50 one night, and came home with this monkey,” recounted Barb with a smile. “My mother had to look after it during the day when he went to work… so there was my mother

Sabina lost her Indian status and - in the eyes of the Canadian government until 1985 - was not considered native anymore; nor were her children, so the Cote clan, unlike their cousins, were not forced into the residential school system.

When Barb was 12, however, Sabina was permitted to move a trailer onto the Teneese family land on the Shuswap reserve.

“Thirteen of us moved in there, one bathroom,” laughed Barb. “We had seven girls in one bedroom, four and three in a bed, and sometimes we would have friends come over and nobody would know there were extra people.”

Sabina and Joe eventually separated a few years later, in part due to Sabina’s struggle with alcohol addiction, but the pair remained on good terms and continued to raise the brood of children together.

“What happens when people are taken away from Sabina’s father, Shuswap band member Adrian Teneese, and their mother? mother, Akisqnuk member Margaret Arbel, shortly after theyy They are in pain. were married.

Alcohol is the thing that fixes everything, it dulls the pain, and so that’s where everything went awry for Aboriginal people,” said Barb. The problem was made worse by the gene Aboriginals have in their system, similar to the left with this monkey and it would bite. Chinese, whereby they can’t process the It didn’t like women or children.” alcohol as well as Europeans, she said.

Since the monkey wasn’t house“As far as my mother, Miss Happytrained, Sabina would dress it in diapers Go-Lucky, she never ever said poor pitiand a pair of old pants (belonging to their ful me, and that’s why we never heard little brother Joe) with a hole cut in the about it,” said Barb. “She was in a lot back for its tail, plus one of Joe’s shirts. of pain for many years until she was 40, “She’d fight with this monkey, try- and one day, it just hit her. Our father ing to change its diaper,” said Barb, wip- passed away in 1983, and it was shortly ing away tears of laughter. after that that my mother became sober.

Sabina would then hook the monkey She just one day said, ‘That’s it. I’m not to the clothing line outside and all the going to do this anymore.’ That’s when children in Windermere would excitedly I think her life really began for her, and gather to watch it. As soon as the mon- she really lived life to the fullest.” key began biting children, town officials Sabina had also met Laslo Markus, told Joe to get rid of it. After three short who had emigrated to Canada in the weeks, the monkey went back to its origi- 1950s from Hungary. The pair fell madnal owner – who lived in a circus tent at ly in love, and were completely devoted the old Hegan house – and Joe returned to each other. with a miniature boxer pup instead.

“He drove her to pow wows, they “Our father was a character,” said went to elders’ meetings,” said Diana.

Diana with a smile.

“He was just so, so in love with her; they Having married a non-aboriginal, were a team.”

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Sabina Cote surround by her four children, (left to right) Barb Cote, Joe Cote, Sharon Burgoyne and Diana Cote.

“One was never without the other,” of Sabina’s generousity cited by Barb inagreed Barb. volved her buying 45 pounds of asparaAs well as hunting together, Las gus, then dividing it up and getting Las would take Sabina out berry picking to drive her to everyone’s houses so she - she was renowned for her generosity could distribute the goods. with her huckleberries.

“She was fabulous; she was truly, truly “She gave a lot of huckleberries an angel, an absolute angel,” said Diana. away to people who we hadn’t even realSabina was one of the remaining few ized, like the bank lady and the garbage who could speak the Ktunaxa language man or the guy at The Book Bar,” said fluently. Despite having spent a decade Barb, bemusedly. in the residential school system, she still Aside from general labour during spoke it with her family throughout her the strong Christmas tree industry era entire life. in the valley, Sabina supported herself as “Whenever she was with her sister a housekeeper, having worked for many Jenny, who passed away four years ago, of the valley’s most prominent resorts, that’s all they spoke,” said Barb. “We including Radium Resort and Fairmont loved it, even though we couldn’t underHot Springs Resort. stand. It’s such a beautiful language.”

“She just loved to be able to share with According to Barb, Ktunaxa is one us the traditional watskana (dried meat) of 11 isolate languages left in the world, and the elk and the huckleberries and the meaning it is a natural language with bitter root and all of that,” said Diana. “We no relationship with other languagreally appreciated that because that was es. “Right now, there are less than 25 her giving to us… my mother’s happiness speakers of it in the world; my mother came from giving, and from sharing love was one of the last 25.” and from sharing laughter… my mom always laughed. She laughed at herself, she Continued on page 9 . . . laughed at us, she loved to laugh.

She was at peace.

She laughed all the time. She found humour in an ant walking across the sidewalk.”

“And she was an absolutely fantastic grandmother. I can’t even say enough,” said Barb.

Sabina with her loving partner Las in August 2008.

One example

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August 30, 2013 . . . ‘The Legacy’ from page 7 The sisters only became aware their mother was sick in May. A pain in her stomach led to a CT scan at the hospital in Cranbrook, where a doctor broke the news that she was in the advanced stages of liver cancer and there was nothing they could do. But he ordered Sabina off of the blood thinning medication she’d been on since having had a heart valve replaced in 2009, which had prevented her from eating spinach.

“You mean, I don’t need to take the medication anymore? I can eat spinach?” was Sabina’s delighted comment.

“That was her positive attitude,” said Barb.

Chemotherapy was out of the question as it would have made her even more sick, and Sabina and her family learned Sabina had just six to twelve short months to live.

“We were crying,” said Barb. “I don’t think she cried once. Ever. She told us to quit crying.”

“She told us, ‘When your time is up, it’s up; you can’t say no’,” said Diana.

As they were about to leave the hospital, the doctor took the family aside and told them honestly they had only about four weeks.

“And he was right on the money; it was four weeks and she just declined,” said Barb sadly.

Sabina Cote passed away peacefully in the palliative care room at the Invermere and District Hospital, surrounded by adoring family and friends after receiving Catholic last rites from Father Gabriel. The last thing she did before slipping into a coma was make the sign of the cross.

“If you can imagine this woman growing up in an incredibly traditional Ktunaxa home environment life, carted off to residential school, coming out of that and raising an amazingly beautiful family, and then struggling with the substance and the horrors of it all and coming out of that and spending the last 30 years of it as an angel and touching people lives,” said Diana. “It absolutely astounded me that this woman touched so many lives every day; she had friends all over town, and the entire community was in mourning.”

Attended by elders, family and friends, Sabina’s wake – upon her request – took place at the Akisqnuk band hall, starting at 5 p.m. and continuing through the night until 8 a.m. the next morning when the pallbearers arrived to take her body away.

“It was the most beautiful, spiritual experience I’ve ever had in my entire life, helping my mother make her way,” said Diana. “But the most spectacular thing were the northern lights. It was amazing. It was 3 a.m., we were all standing outside in just absolute awe, and we knew it was mum.”

Barb is trying to maintain Sabina’s garden and recently, after hearing a friend had injured himself, left a pail of huckleberries on his doorstep. A cheers appeared in the next issue of The Pioneer: “Cheers to Barb for getting back to her traditional ways; your mother would be very proud.” “(My mother) was the most incredibly beautiful woman, and a really powerful, strong Ktunaxa-Shuswap woman,” said Diana. “I can only be half as lucky to be anywhere near what she was like. She was truly a beautiful person. I think she found peace, and it really showed through.”

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August 30th – September 8th Min Ma & Bayot Heer Exhibition at The Artym Gallery, Invermere. Opening reception on August 30th, 6 to 9 p.m. Daily viewing 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Visit www.columbiavalleyarts. com.

September 6th Fresh Fridays Open Mic Night at Pynelogs Cultural Centre, Invermere. All ages. Admission $2 by donation. 7 p.m. Visit www. columbiavalleyarts.com

September 15th Pavel Kolesnikov (Honens International Laureate) at Christ Church Trinity. Presented by CV Arts. Visit www.columbiavalleyarts. com or phone 250-3424423.

vermere at 4 p.m. www.columbiavalleyclassics.com

September 17th – 29th Art Exhibition featuring Pam Ciupa, Pam Williamson, Leslie Cartwright, Brian Fennerty, Stan Lukasiewicz, Sherry Mallach and Brittney Lintick at Pynelogs. Artist opening on September 18th from 7 to 9 p.m. Visit www.columbiavalleyarts.com

September 22nd Giving Back Golf Tournament. Annual charity golf tournament, benefitting the Windermere Community Association Youth Centre, at Windermere Valley Golf Course presented by The Valley Echo.

Call 250-341-6299 for more information.

September 20th – 21st 2nd Annual Rockin’ on Main, Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs. Friday market from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday music from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday market from noon, Saturday music from 2:30 p.m. Events goes to 8:30 p.m.

September 27th – 28th 3rd Annual Columbia Salmon Festival at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort and surrounding area.

Includes guest speakers, field trips, gala dinner and more. Visit www.fairmonthotsprings.com, or phone 250-345-6000.

September 20th – 21st Columbia Valley Classics 24th Annual Autumn Car Show & Shine in Radium Hot Springs. Registration at Radium Community Hall on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Pancake Breakfast on Saturday from 7 to 10 a.m. at Radium Seniors’ Hall. Car show on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cruise to In-

September 28th 6th Annual Headbanger Trail Challenge in Radium Hot Springs. Part of the Trail Races East Kootenay Series. 12-kilometre trail race plus three-kilometre, family-friendly run/walk.

Visit www.headbangertrailchallenge.ca or phone 250-347-2456.

SEPTEMBER

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August 30, 2013

September 1st – 30th The Windermere Valley Museum in Invermere will be open for visitors from 12 to 4 p.m., seven days a week. Visit www.windermerevalleymuseum.ca.

September 1st Grizzly Challenge 42-kilometre Mountain Trail Run & Relay at Panorama Mountain Village. 9 a.m.

Visit www.grizzlyultra.ca.

Closing day for Bike Park and Mile 1 Quad Chair at Panorama Mountain Village. Visit www.panoramaresort.com or phone 250-342-6941.

September 3rd – 15th Art Exhibition featuring Neal Panton, Cathy Parkes, Cat McDiarmid, Lori Lees Stout, Elizabeth Stuart and Alice Hale at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Artist opening on September 4th from 7 to 9 p.m. Visit www. columbiavalleyarts.com

September 7th 3rd Annual Parkinson SuperWalk at Pothole Park, Invermere. Registration at 1 p.m., walk at 1:30 p.m. Visit www.parkinson. bc.ca.

September 9th Swinging Senior Open at The Ridge at Copper Point Golf Club. For information, contact the pro shop at 250-341-3392 or visit www.copperpointgolf. com.

September 14th À La Carte with Alex Fong Exhibition at The Artym Gallery, Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

September 15th 14th Annual Windermere Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Windermere Community Hall and elementary school field. A jam-packed day of good times with a scarecrow parade, kids’ zone, contests, market vendors and more. Email info@ windermerecommunity.ca.

September 21st-29th Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-up. Register at www.shorelinecleanup.ca or call 877-427-2422.

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$65 entry. Phone the pro shop to register.

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September 10th

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Patio furniture 30% off Fountains 25% off

Foot bridge touches down at resort A new 190-foot (58-metre) steel foot bridge was set in place at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort (with the help of two giant Mammoet crane trucks) on Thursday, August 22nd, restoring a pedestrian link between the resort’s main grounds and its RV park.

The bridge is expected to be ready for foot traffic across Fairmont Creek by today (August 30th) or tomorrow. With a weight of just under 100,000 pounds (45,360 kilograms) and an inside width of 10 feet (three metres), the bridge is wide and sturdy enough to drive golf carts and even emergency vehicles across.

Photo by Alexandra Carter / Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Ge nui

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

David Gulbe • Mike Bernicot

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

Call or visit online

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

• 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

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

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• FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 385 Laurier Street, Invermere, B.C.

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Lawn Maintenance 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

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Doors Windows Flooring Painting/ Interior/Exterior • Kitchen Renovations

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

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

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

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Wood Blinds

August 30, 2013

Interior World

HERE TO SERVE YOU window fashions

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

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

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• Cleaning • Security • Maintenance • Concierge www.homevalet.ca michele@homevalet.ca 250-409-4900

SPRAY FOAM SPECIALISTS

window fashions

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

KYLE MOLL

250.341.5603

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Interior World

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

Scott Postlethwaite

window fashions

CVCC Contractor/ Trade Builder of the Year 2008

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

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

Dale Elliott Contracting

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

Emelisa & Efren Owners

Serving the Valley since 1995.

(250)409-9299/(250)409-4146 PO Box 2693 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

• Auto • Home • Commercial • Shower Doors • Mirrors

250-342-3659 www.invermereglass.ca

THE FOUNDATION CONTRACTOR OF CHOICE

Kootenay Cribbing, Ltd. Established 1976

www.jbenedictcleaningservices.com jbenedictcleaningservices@gmail.com

HERE FOR YOU, HERE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT!

JOHN WOOD DURAFORM SYSTEM

PH: 250-345-2188 • CELL: 250-342-1289 • TOBYWOOD@SHAW.CA 5144 Riverside Dr., Fairmont, B.C. V0B 1L1

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Residential & Industrial Vacuum Service Hydrovac (Nondestructive Excavation) Water Tankers • Vacuum Trucks Steam Cleaner/acid Cleaning Flusher Truck Oil Field Hauling Portable Toilet Rentals Septic Tank & Field Cleaning Grease Trap Cleaning • Well cleaning

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Vac Truck Services

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Interior Finishing Kitchen and Vanity Cabinets Counter tops Small Renovations Decks and Interior Railings

250-341-7098 Invermere, B.C.

Lake Auto Services

250-342-9310 Same great team, same great service.

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250-347-9726 7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

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J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.)

Laura Kipp, Pharm D., Irena Sedlakova, B.Sc. (Pharm.)

Your Compounding Pharmacy Open Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere

250-342-6612

Darrel Anderson

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HERE TO SERVE YOU READY MIX CONCRETE

Hourly or Contract Rates Available

Concrete Pump • Sand & Gravel Heavy Equipment Rentals • Crane Service Proudly Serving the Valley for over 50 years

For competitive prices and prompt service, call: 250-342-3268 (plant) 250-342-6767 (office)

Nails by Lorry Acrylic Nails, Nail Art and Waxing Call 250-347-9665 t. men p o l eve s. ty d ebsite i t n Ide tive w fce. c Effe ntown o Dow

(250) 341-1083 golocal@originbrand.ca build your foundation

• Excavator • Mini-Excavator • Bobcats • Dump Truck • Compaction Equipment • Street Sweeping • Underground Services • Site Prep • Road Building • Land Clearing • Landscaping • Basements

Trevor Hayward (Owner/Operator)

250-342-5800

Quality Work

Daren Noble 250-341-5886

• Bobcat • Mini Excavator • Dump Trailer • Landscaping • Rockwalls • Patios • Site Prep • Post Holes Serving the entire Valley

Your search for quality and dependability ends with us.

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Specialists Truck Mounted System • Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

Dean Hubman

Certified Technician

250-342-3052

Toll Free: 877-342-3052

Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net

Patryk Jagiello STAIN/LACQUER/PAINT INTERIOR/EXTERIOR patco_dev@shaw.ca

(250) 270-0345 (403) 870-7558 in Calgary since 2002 in Invermere since 2004

Patco Developments Ltd. PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS

building & renos

(250) 341-7283

RADIUM HOT SPRINGS ESSO Automotive Repairs 7 days a week

Residential & Commercial Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Bus: 250-342-9692 Cell: 250-342-5241

RR#4 2117 - 13 Avenue Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K4

Freight & Passenger Depot Fax: 250-342-9644 rugclean@telus.net

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RFE ALARMS Monitoring includes Guard and keyholder service • Surveillance Systems • Home Theatre • Analog & Digital Background Sound Systems

rfealarms@shaw.ca

GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL

7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

(250) 347-9726

ROSS‛S POOLS & SPAS Commercial – Residential Installation – Maintenance – Repairs

Darren Ross Local company, local service.

250-342-6549

4890 Stoddart Creek RR#2 Invermere, BC V0A 1K2

Cell: 250-341-7727 • Fax: 250-347-6363 • poolman-911@hotmail.com

SHOLINDER & MACKAY EXCAVATING Inc.

Septic Systems Installed ~ Pumped ~ Repaired Prefab Cement Tanks Installed Water Lines Dug and Installed Basements Dug

WINDERMERE 250-342-6805

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Skandia Concrete

• Serving the valley for over 30 years • Commercial • Industrial • Residential • All work is guaranteed • Free estimates

• Gel & Acrylic Nails • Coloured Gel • Nail Art Call Judy ~ 250-341-5245 • Days, Evenings, Weekends Invermere and East Kootenay Region

1756 Hwy 93/95, P.O. Box 2700, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-342-6500 • Toll Free: 1-888-341-2221 • Fax: 250-342-3484

New Home Construction

• Journeyman Carpenter • Contracting • Framing/Siding/Finishing • Timberframe • Custom Log Railing & Decks Scott Wilisky

Kootenay Paving

stwcarpentry@live.ca • cell 250 270 0745

Fully Insured & WCB Covered

FREE ESTIMATES

Chimney and Eavestrough Cleaning and Repair Specialists

• Pruning and Removal of ALL Trees and Shrubs • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured & WCB Covered

You name it!

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YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP for all home maintenance from raking your lawn to renovating your entire house.

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Keep your local companies alive. Why go to Golden when you can get your tree services right here in Invermere!

Please call Steve ~ a real local you can trust! 250-342-1791

Kitchen cabinet & counter top SpecialiStS

• Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems

Westridge Cabinets Dealer ~ Granite and Quartz Counter Tops

Call for your FREE consultation and estimate

Come visit our showroom,

492 arrow rd., unit 1b 250-342-hoMe (4663)

Sales ~ Service ~ Installation

UNIVERSAL DOORS & EXTERIORS

VJ (Butch) Bishop Owner/Operator

4846 Holland Creek Ridge Rd. Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

Judy: (250) 341-1903

SOLUTIONS FOR THE VACATION HOME OWNER • House Checking • Complications • Details

Arnold Scheffer 250-342-6700

unidoorext@live.ca • unidoorext.ca

Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential ■ Lockout Service ■ Lake Recovery ■ 24 Hour Towing ■ Prompt Service

Also offering FREE year-round pickup of unwanted vehicles

Our deadline to book advertising is Monday at noon.

Warbrick Towing & Salvage warbrick@shaw.ca • Cell: 250-342-5851

www.valleysolutions.ca valleysolutions@shaw.ca

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PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS S OBITUARY S

GARAGE SALES

HILDEGARD INGEBORG BLATT

Multi-family yard sale: Kids clothes and young women’s clothes and shoes, sports gear, skis, jewelry, furniture, bunk bed and much more. 5917 Columbia Lake Rd. beside Coy’s Par 3. Sat. Aug. 31st at 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Jan. 4th, 1925 - July 25th, 2013 Hildegard Ingeborg Blatt passed away peacefully at home at the age of 88 on July 25th, surrounded by her family who loved her. Hildegard joins Hubert, her husband, and Norbert, her son, who she has missed so much. Survived by her daughter Ingrid (Derrick) and grandson Jamie.

Sincere thank you to the Palliative Program. At Hildegard’s request, no funeral service will be held.

GARAGE SALES Multi family yard sale, something for the guys, gals and kids. 4915, #1E Baillie Grohman Avenue, Canal Flats. Sat. Aug. 31st from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Family Garage Sale, 4892 Jeanette Street, Fairmont Hot Springs. Sat. Aug. 31st from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Golf bags/accessories, row boat w/ motor, various tools and household items for sale.

ESTATE SALE Sept. 1st 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. All kitchenware, bedding, tools, small and large furniture, EVERYTHING MUST GO! 1187 Lower Baltac Road on Lake Windermere.

Yard Sale Sat. Aug 31st. 2216 Westside Park Ave; front of house. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. No early birds please.

ANNOUNCEMENT

Steamboat Mountain

MUSIC FESTIVAL

ATTENTION MUSICIANS OF ALL AGES: Applications are now open for the

STEAMBOAT MOUNTAIN MUSIC BURSARY Apply by September 30th Info and forms available at www. steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca

or call 250-347-9860

ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT

A funeral service for Alois J. Hatalcik (Al) will be held on Sept. 6th, 2013 at the Canadian Martyr’s Church at 2 p.m.

Refreshments to follow at the Hatalcik home, 1005-11th Ave, Invermere.

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.

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.

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

THANK YOU

Notice of Annual General Meeting Windermere Valley Youth Centre Society (The Summit Youth Centre) 709 10th Street (Upstairs) • September 24, 2013 Open House from 6 p.m. AGM starts at 7 p.m.

Thank you to the young Australian woman working at Panorama who turned in my wallet to Sobeys on Aug. 16th. Please call 250-3429061, to identify the wallet. I would like to thank you in person.

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to Nola Alt, well said.

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

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Jeers to whoever is providing potential landowners around Baptiste Lake incorrect information.

Baptiste Lake is Edgewater’s water supply. There is no boating of any sort, swimming or fishing allowed on the lake.

Huge Cheers to Virginia and the stagette party who went above and beyond to help us out when our dear friend got injured quading near Columbia Lake. We really appreciate your kind hearts.

Cheers to the THIEVES who broke into my husband’s truck and took cash, MasterCard and the wallet.

We really appreciate that you left behind the driver’s license, FAC and all the other important cards so we don’t have to replace them. BUT seriously. Stop stealing!

Jeers to the people who continually make everyone late for work and appointments by going 20-30 kms per hour SLOWER than the posted limit for no reason. Not all of us are on vacation time! Some of us actually have places to be with a deadline. It’s unacceptable to double the commute time with your lolly-gagging.

Cheers to Greg at RFE Alarm for fixing an alarm problem that was not yours to fix. You were my Hero of the day on Tuesday! D.M. Cheers to the ladies at Invermere Medical Clinic! Every time I call they offer great advice and get me in to see the doc when I need it! Thank you for great service and caring about your clients!

Cheers to the Columbia Valley Pioneer’s lost and found and to Cory from Shadybrook for finding and returning our canoe.

Jeers to all vacation rentals in condos. Some of us live here all year round; this is our home not a hotel.

A big barely floating Jeers to the hovercraft. Is it just me or doesn’t anyone else realize what a huge waste of money that is?

Cheers to the entire very professional team at Invermere Hospital Emergency Department. You are awesomeness incarnate!

Cheers to our local teens for finding creative ways to spend their summers. It’s nice to see kids doing something other than “just” sitting around on the couch. You guys are superheroes!

Cheers to Adam Reiter for working at AG Foods. What a wonderful, helpful young gentleman you are.

We will miss you while you are at school. Job well done!

Cheers to the Valley Fitness Centre for all your hard work upgrading, your amazing cheerful staff and for running such a fabulous membership special. So happy to have you in our valley!

Cheers to Kathy K for putting up with 60 chickens and their odour for the last 8 weeks. Sincerely appreciated by your fellow chicken pals. Bon appetit.

Cheers to Peter C from St. Albert who drove my husband and I back to our cabin in Windermere from just outside Radium after our vehicle was disabled when we hit a deer. He also helped us get the debris off Highway 93. Thanks so much!

Cheers to Ambulance paramedics Emma & Mandy for getting me to Cranbrook safely before my surgery. They are the most caring team I’ve ever met.

Cheers to Oliver, Lin, Don, Glenda, Ellen, Sam, Patsy, Don Wah, and everyone else I met this summer at Edible Acres. Thanks for allowing me to keep my feet grounded while my spirit soared. A summer to remember always.

A HUGE cheer to the Adventure Radium camp who gave my kids a summer they won’t forget! All the leaders were AMAZING. We are looking forward to see you next year!

Cheers to Tracy, Philip, Gus and all who made the Fairmont Farmer’s and Artisan Market a great success this year! Cheers to Mother Nature for good weather too!

LOST AND FOUND Found: keys with Mennghetti on the key chain, call 250-341-6299 to identify.

Lost: Ronix Wake Surf board (Koalfish) white, orange & grey.

Near Timber Ridge Marina on Windermere Lake. Contact Larry 403-651-1014.

Found: Bicycle saddle pouch with tire and pump inside. 403-8014803.

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.

COMMERCIAL SPACE For Lease: Micro office space, Panache blvd, 250 - 300 sq. ft. each.

All new, available immediately.

Phone 250-342-5805.

Bright, modern, south facing commercial space at Chisel Peak Medical Centre (lower floor).

1492 sq. ft. $14 / sq. ft. triple net.

Contact 250-342-5899.

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COMMERCIAL SPACE Modern, airy interior space on the lower floor of the Chisel Peak Medical Centre. 1015 sq. ft. $11 / sq. ft. triple net. Contact 250-3415187.

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

Downtown Invermere by the Lake: groovy 4 + bdrm, 3-bath home, fully furnished. Very healthminded roomies looking for two more to share a cozy cottage.

Non-smokers only, N/P. $450.

Available Sept. 1st and Oct. 1st.

Phone or text 250-342-5937.

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

FOR RENT INVERMERE

3 bdrm. , downtown townhome, end unit, garage. $1,100 + utilities.

2 & 3 bdrm., 2 bath luxury furnished condos at Lake Windermere Point. Hot tub, walk to downtown and Panorama bus.

From $1,250 including utilities.

2 bdrm. + den, 1.5 bath furnished downtown townhomes at Purcell Point, garage.

From $1,250 + utilities.

2 bdrm., 2 bath luxury furnished downtown condos at Heron Point.

Hot tub access. $1,200 including hydro.

2 bdrm. ,1 bathroom furnished downtown apartments at Hillcrest. From $800 including cable and WiFi, + hydro.

2 bdrm., executive furnished downtown apartment. Parkside Place on Main Street. $1,290 including hydro, cable and WiFi. 2 bdrm. ,1.5 bath townhomes at Black Forest Village. 5 min from town. $895 + utilities.

1 bdrm. ,+ den executive downtown apartment. Parkside Place on Main Street. $1,100 + utilities.

1 bdrm., renovated walkout suite. Walk to town and college. $700 including hydro.

1 bdrm., walkout, downtown, furnished apartment. $700 + utilities.

1 bdrm.,+ den condo. 10 minute drive to town.

Furnished, indoor pool and hot tub. $750 including hydro, cable and WiFi.

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.

5 bdrm, 3 bathroom executive luxury. True timber frame on Springs Golf Course, in-floor heat and garage. $1,700 + utilities.

3 bdrm., furnished townhome at Radium Riverstone, garage $995 + utilities.

2 bdrm., plus den, 2 bathroom furnished condos at Sable Ridge. Hot tub, underground parking. $970 + utilities.

2 bdrm.,1 bath, ground floor furnished condo at Copper Horn Towne. $900 + utilities.

Windermere: Upper Hilltop Road.

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

250-342-3790.

2 bdrm. new executive home at Eagle Brook.

Backs onto creek, garage, mountain views. $1,500 + utilities.

4 bdrm. family home. Mountain views, garage. $1,300 + utilities

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

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

References required. 250-3426010.

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

References required. Long term.

Call 250-409-9801.

Invermere: 3-bdrm apartment for rent downtown. $875/mo + utilities. N/S, N/P. Available Sept.

1st. Call 250-342-5129 or 250-2702701.

RADIUM

FAIRMONT

PANORAMA

Studio and 1 bdrm. furnished condos in Horsethief and Taynton. From $835 including hydro, cable and WiFi.

www.gdpm.ca or call Ben Green at 250-688-0362 for more info.

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.

1-bdrm suite, utilities/internet included. Private entrance/laundry.

Large windows. N/S, N/P. $600/ mo for 1 person or $675/mo for 2 people. Call 250-341-5719.

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SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

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 Suite for Rent. 2-bdrm, 1-bath. Available immediately. N/S, N/P, D/W, W/D (Negotiable). $746/ mo + utilities. Please call Juliana at Mountain Creek Properties. 250341-6003.

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.

Black Forest Heights, 2-bdrm, 1.5bath. Upper floor of duplex, bright, comfortable, covered sundeck, nice yard/views, five appliances, storage shed and new paint. N/S, quiet, pets negotiable, available Oct. 1st, $1,000/mo includes utilities. Call 250-342-3057 or 250-341-5572 after Aug. 19th.

Radium: Small bachelor suite, $350/mo utilities included. 250347-6420.

1-bdrm with office, lower level suite. Great views, private with huge yard. $850/mo utilities included. Call 250-342-3790.

Newly renovated 2-bdrm basement suite for rent. Centrally located in Invermere, all appliances, large back yard and laundry to share. Pets ok, $700/mo including utilities. Call 250-253-5220.

Riverside Golf course: large 2-bdrm-walkout suite. $800/mo + half cable, internet & utilities.

Available Oct. 1st. 1-403-710-1275.

Canal Flats: two 2-bdrm apartments on second floor. N/S, N/P. $525/mo and $725/mo + utilities and D.D. 250-342-3345.

Large 1-bdrm, fully furnished basement suite in Invermere. Wood heat, no W/D. Long-term preferred. $600/month, utilities included, D.D. required. Available Sept. 1st.

250-342-3832.

Two 2-bdrm apartments in Edgewater. One end unit and one with yard. $550/mo includes heat.

250-342-2898.

1-bdrm walkout 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.

1-bdrm walkout basement suite, partially furnished. Prefer mature adult, N/S, N/P. $600/mo + D/D, includes hydro, cable and shared laundry. Call 250-342-9328.

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.

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.

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.

Invermere: 2-bdrm, newer duplex, appliances, A/C, garage, N/S, N/P. Great location. $1,100/mo + utilities. References. Available Sept.

1st. 250-342-2941.

FORT POINT INVERMERE Wonderful 3-bdrm, 3-bath raised bungalow. Double attached garage, fireplace, A/C, exclusive location. Close to beach, park, and downtown. Mature responsible long-term tenants. Available Oct. 1st. $1,250/mo + utilities, 250342-6577.

Wilder/Invermere: Quiet street, bright, spacious, newly renovated, 4-bdrm, walkout w/carport. 2.5bath, W/D, fireplace, large yard, deck & garden. Four blocks from beach, N/S, N/P, $1,250/mo + hydro. 1 yr lease, D/D. Available Sept. 1st. 403-609-7315 or olinger@shaw.ca.

For rent: 2-brm, 1-bath in the wetlands. Avail. Sept. 1st or 15th.

Newly renovated. $1,000/mo + utilities. Mature adults only.

Ref. required. Call 250-342-8334, evenings.

Invermere: 3-bdrm, 2-bath home. Full basement with rec room, all major appliances, laundry room, large deck. See Kijiji Ad ID #514440287, $1,150 + utilities.

250-342-3688.

2-bdrm farmhouse in Fairmont at Funtasia Fun Park. Avail. Oct 15th to Mar 15th. $550/mo + utilities.

Rental is conditional to caring for animals in the park & light snow removal. Duties are paid, please call Joe or Tanya at 250-345-4511.

Downtown Radium: 2-bdrm house.

Adjacent to Rockies. $700/mo.

Please call 250-342-5755 or 250342-1760.

5-bdrm furnished home in Windermere Sept. - May. $1,700/ mo + utilities. 250-342-3630.

One site left at our mobile home park in the beautiful Columbia Valley. Quiet country setting. Close to the best golf courses in the Kootenays, Radium and Fairmont Hot Springs, and boating on Windermere Lake. Garbage, water and sewer included. Only 7 kms to Invermere, 3 hours to Calgary.

Juniper Mobile Home Park, 250342-2949.

Large 4-bdrm, 2-bath house with yard, downtown Invermere. W/D, D/W, MW, N/S, fireplace, $1,300 + utilities, or $1,600 all incl. Oct 1st, references, 250-688-0327, invermererentalhomes@gmail. com .

CONDO FOR RENT Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm fully furnished condo, newly renovated, indoor pool, hot tub. $775/mo includes cable. Call 403-281-3991.

CONDO FOR RENT

FOR RENT 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.

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 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.

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 August 1st. 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. 250342-1475.

2-bdrm condo near Sobeys, N/S, N/P. $700/mo, call 250-342-6255.

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CONDO FOR RENT

HOMES FOR SALE

RADIUM CONDO FOR RENT, over 2,100 sq. ft., views on three sides, top floor unit, 3-bdrm, 2-bath.

Master bdrm has walk-in closet, private bath, deck and fireplace.

Two sitting rooms. A fireplace in one of the sitting rooms and large kitchen with loads of cupboard space. Dishwasher, stove, fridge, microwave, 2 combination heat and air conditioner. $1,200/mo + utilities. Call 403-279-2266.

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.

Akiskinook: 1-bdrm Condo furnished with new furniture. Pool, hot tub and beach. Includes cable TV, wifi, N/P, N/S. Sept. to June $750/mo + hydro. 1-403-2933870.

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, $950/mo. 403-2409357 or otis27@telus.net.

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 $279,000.

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

3-bdrm house for sale at 1629 Woodlane East, Windermere. Close to school, fenced yard. Asking price $275, 000, for info phone 1-250498-6298.

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.

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 KEITH’S INDIA PALE ALE SHRIMP

1 Alexander Keith’s Pale Ale 1 tblsp Red Pepper Flakes 1 tblsp Black Peppercorns 2 Bay Leaves 2 lbs. raw Shrimp, shelled with tails on

½ cup Butter 2 tblsps Lemon Juice ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper Bottled Cocktail Sauce Lemon Wedges

Combine beer, pepper flakes, peppercorns, bay leaves, lemon juice and cayenne pepper in a re-sealable plastic bag.

Add shrimp.

Close bag and marinate 2 – 4 hours in the refrigerator.

Remove shrimp and set aside marinade.

Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill over hot coals 4 – 6 minutes per side, brush often with reserved marinade.

Serve and enjoy with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

Home Of The Week This Home Says WOW and So Will You!

Designed for living and built for entertaining. Beautiful upgrades, 5 bedrooms, luxurious master suite, wrap around deck with hot tub and stunning mountain views.

$664,000

MLS®

10062450

HOMES FOR SALE

Home for Sale by Owner in Fairmont. 4-bdrm + den, 3.5 bath. Double Attached Garage.

Basement: Full walkout, partially developed. Size: 4,894 sq. ft. total, 1,521 on the main floor, 1,852 upstairs and 1,521 lower level. Lot Size: 0.239 acres. Call TODAY! Save on realtor fees. $599,900. 250-3411401.

Best value in Windermere with great location. 2-bdrm, 2-bath mobile home on 75’ x 125’ landscaped, fenced lot. Double detached garage/workshop and gazebo/hot tub. Walking distance to everything. Priced to sell at $249,900, 250-342-9079.

OPEN HOUSE Sun. 1-3, Mon. 1-3. Condo #501 7337, Prospector Ave., north Radium. PropertyGuys.com listing #266403. 1-778-370-5209.

CONDO FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

BOATS FOR SALE

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.

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.

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.

Upright apartment size Kawai piano, phone 250-342-7384 to make an offer.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

Affordable Radium condo. 2-bdrm, 2-bath. Quiet corner location away from highway. Great design.

Beautiful inside and out. $159,900.

See PropertyGuys.com listing #266403. 1-778-370-5209.

Two Thomasville curios (pecan wood), 35mm Nikon F3 Highpoint SLR camera with 80-200 zoom lens & 55 mm lens, 32-gallon RV portable waste tank, ABRI screen house with canopy 12x12. Call 250341-5808.

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

Wanted older 16’ sailboat or Seaspray Catamaran platform w/ trailer. Devries 403-943-3614.

MISC. FOR SALE

Two Skidoo Summitt snowmobiles, a 2001 and 2003, 800 series, $2,500/ ea. Covered Triton trailer $1,000.

Contact mervkirker@gmail.com.

Tupperware Inventory Clearance Sale. 2216 Westside Park Ave. Sat. Aug. 31st, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 250-6885564.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

BUSINESS FOR SALE

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

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

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.

Dempster’s Bread Route For Sale Servicing the Columbia Valley, including Invermere, Radium, Fairmont and Golden. Deliverybased business serving a variety of Grocery, Food Service Customers, Golf and Ski Resorts. Distributing products, including such brands as Dempster’s, McGavin’s, Villagio, Silver Hills and Venice Bakery.

Warehouse and fresh baked products are supplied by Canada Bread Company Limited. National advertising, training and ongoing support provided by Canada Bread.

Business includes an established customer base, delivery truck and all associated handling equipment, computerized ordering and billing system. Turn-key operation with growth potential and immediate cash flow. For more information call (250) 344-0954.

4 GMC or Chev. tires on 8 bolt rims 60% tread 245-75-16’. $230. Call 250-347-9378.

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.

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

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.

Locally grown organic garlic for sale. Call Sammy’s Garlic Farm at 250-342-3921.

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

2001 Acura MDX. One owner, great shape, $6,500. 1999 Chevy Silverado only 79 000 km, $7,000.

403-830 0156.

2004 Yamaha Grizzly 660, good condition, low kms. Cargo box/seat, winch and ramps. Asking $3,900.

Call 250-342-3234.

2006 Honda CRF 80 dirt bike.

Excellent condition. Low miles, original tires. $1,400, 250-3429245.

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.

1995 Mercury Grand Marquis, great car and a great car to drive. 27mpg, no rust, very well maintained. Must sell 2,200 O.B.O. Call 250-342-8773.

1996 Ford Aerostar XLT all wheel drive van. A really good vehicle, very well maintained. Must sell $1,700 O.B.O. Call 250-342-8773.

1995 F350 Dually 68,000 kms. One owner. Snow blade, night lights wired for sander, near new tires, metal dump box. Offers call 250347-6404 or 250-688-1544.

2006 Impala LT Sedan, good car in great condition. Many options including sunroof. 150,000 kms, priced to sell at $5,900. Call 250342-3234.

SERVICES

kimberleyrae.ca

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

250-342-5102

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Fiona Wilfley, AEP Intuitive Reader

Fairmont Hot Springs Studio • 250-342-1713

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CAMPING

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

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

Custom installations of ceramic, mosaic, quarry tiles, slate, glass blocks, etc. Repairs, re-grout and sealing. For estimate call 250-3416869.

Dusk Building Systems is currently hiring employees for their truss and wall panel plants.

Please submit resume to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com or fax to 250-342-3427.

Veli Holdings Ltd. O/A DQ Invermere 350 Laurier St. requires 3 full-time food service supervisors, $13.50/ hr, 40 hrs per week. Must be able to speak and write English. Some of the duties include managing staff (10-20), scheduling, maintain records of stock, placing food orders and cash deposits. Please email resume to: dqinvermere@ yahoo.ca. Posting closes September 20th, 2013.

Canadian Martyrs Parish (Catholic), requires an efficient, organized person for the part-time position of parish secretary. Secretarial, reception and bookkeeping experience an asset. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, Outlook and Publisher, as well as capable of learning new programs. Please send a resume to canadianmartyrs@shaw.ca.

Veli Holdings Ltd O/A DQ Invermere 350 Laurier St. requires 4 full-time front counter attendants. 40 hrs per week, $10.25/hr. Must be able to speak and write English.

Some of the duties include taking customers orders, serving food, working the drive thru, making and serving ice cream, general cleaning and handling cash. Please email resume to: dqinvermere@yahoo. ca. Posting closes September 20th, 2013.

Riko’s Radium Family Restaurant is seeking a waiter or waitress. Wage negotiable, experience required.

Drop off resume in person at 7513 Main St. west Radium.

SERVICES Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net

HOUSESITTING & PETSITTING by mature, experienced, reliable individual. Call Margaret at 250688-1371.

Dryer vent and furnace cleaning and inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

Handy man service: exterior painting, carpentry cleanup, odd jobs. Phone Albert at 250-3417156.

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

BILL ARK CONSTRUCTION AND MANAGEMENT. Professional experience at work. Ph. 250-6888800 after Sept. 1st.

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 Eavestroughing 5 inch Eavestroughing, cleaning, repairs, installation, siding-canexcel, Hardi, vinyl, cedar soffit fascia. Call Joe, 250-342-7177.

Dragonfly Discovery Centre a Montessori Creative Arts Facility: Dragonfly Nymphs 2.5 to 5 years, Mosquito Hawks 5 - 12 years. Program details at www. dragonflydiscoverycentre.com, Contact Charlotte at 250-270-0058 or dragonflydiscoverycentre@ gmail.com. Open house: Thursday, September 5th, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

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 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.

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

Single Father looking for child care for 7yr old in Radium, 2 weeks per month, required Mon-Fri, 5:45am - 9 am. Must have valid driver’s licence. $150/week. Call Curtis 250347-7778 or 250-341-7262.

Helna’s Stube is looking for kitchen help/dishwasher and casual evening server. Please call 250347-0047 or email mail@helnas. com.

Radium Petro Canada and Subway are seeking full and part-time positions. Wage $10.50 to $13.50.

Apply in person with resume.

Black Forest Restaurant is hiring. Dishwasher/kitchen helper, full-time, evenings. 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.

We are hiring the following to work at our beautiful mountain ranch: Ranch manager (permanent), project manager (3-6 months), various laborers/ranch hands.

Please inquire by contacting royalantlerranch@gmail.com.

The Old Salzburg is seeking fulltime or part-time wait staff to join our Canadian Austrian young dynamic team. Work hard, have fun and make good money. Call 250347-6553 to apply.

LUCKY STRIKE GAS is looking for F/T, P/T mature & reliable Cashier/pumpers. Drop resume at Lucky Strike Gas. The Station Pub is now hiring line cooks and servers. Please submit resume in person to Jason or Josh, 250-342-5557.

The Radium Liquor Store is now accepting applications for a parttime, year round clerk position.

Applicants must be physically fit, reliable and must be able to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends. Apply in person with resume, to the Radium Liquor Store (beside the Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery), by email to horsethiefpub@telus.net , or fax 250-347-9987.

Strands Old House Restaurant is taking applications for evening.

Kitchen help. Apply in person to Tony Wood, 250-342-6344.

The Horsethief Pub is hiring F/T or P/T bartenders or servers. Must be available weekends & evenings.

Apply in person to the Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery, by email to horsethiefpub@telus.net , or fax 250-347-9987.

Need extra money? Columbia Valley Taxi needs an occasional driver. Must have class 4 or higher B.C. driver’s licence, submit copy of driver’s abstract, be willing to work late hours occasionally, have clear criminal record check and enjoy the dynamics that are part of transporting a varied and interesting group of clients. No experience necessary. Call 250341-3521 to arrange an interview.

Busy law office requires a receptionist for immediate start.

This is a permanent full-time position. The successful candidate must be highly organized, attentive to detail and able to multi-task. A description of the position can be found on our website. Send resumes to scook@macdonaldthomas.com or deliver to Office Manager, PO Box 2400, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 on or before Sept. 13th, 2013.

Village Country Inn is looking for housekeeping staff. Offering competitive wages. Employees will work in a clean, air-conditioned work environment. Must have their own transportation and be able to work weekends. Work is available immediately. Please apply in person to 7557 Canyon Ave, Radium Hot Springs.

Look up to a higher standard with our classified ads.

Pioneer Classifieds

N E W S PA P E R

info@cv-pioneer.com (250) 341-6299

Office Receptionist/ Junior Bookkeeper Our amazing summer student is leaving soon and we need now to create a permanent position. In this role, you will run and maintain our downtown office, interact with clients and assist the principal (owner) with client work. Administrative and operational tasks will include such items as reception, photocopying, scanning, filing, business research, housekeeping, client errands and mail management. You can help with bookkeeping and client file support depending on your aptitude and experience.

Qualifications • computer literate (word, excel, google platforms, outlook, dropbox, search engine use) • organized and detail oriented, • friendly with good verbal and written skills including an eye for document layout, and editing, • solid math skills, • QuickBooks and bookkeeping skills would be a definite asset Other Confidentiality is a must and a signed form acknowledging this will be required for the successful applicant. 20-28 hours per week to start.

More hours may be available depending on skills. Position available on or after August 28th.

Please email a resume and cover letter to Katie Wells, Wells Business Solutions info@wellsbusinesssolutions.ca

There’s a reason they’re called “CLASSY”. Pioneer Classifieds…

N E W S PA P E R

Phone: (250) 341-6299 • Fax: 1-888-377-0312 • Email: info@cv-pioneer.com

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TODAY IS JUST THE BEGINNING...

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

Food Counter Attendant

APPLY NOW

Full-time/shift work

Kitchen Servers Care Aides

Nights/overnights/early mornings/weekends $11.05/hour + medical/dental/group benefits.

Columbia Garden Village Invermere, BC

Apply via email: timhortons.invermere@gmail.com

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

JOIN THE TEAM AT RADIUM RESORT! 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:

• Server – Full or part-time • Room Attendant – Full or part-time • Outside Guest Service Agent – Full or part-time Please submit resumes to info@radiumresort.com or apply in person to the front desk.

250.347.9311

Serving treats to the Valley since 1981

Employment opportunities for cheerful, responsible, energetic team members who will enjoy serving our customers!

FULL and PART-TIME Sales Clerks/Baristas If you like to work in a friendly, quick-paced, enjoyable environment we wish to talk to you!

RadiumResort.com

Apply with resume to the bakery (1305 – 7th Ave., Invermere B.C.) Email resume with cover letter to qbretail@telus.net Fax with cover letter to 250-342-4439 Quality Bakery (1981) Ltd. Great People! Great Service!

Janitorial and Cleaning Services

Kootenay National Park, Yoho National Park and Lake Louise

Services de conciergerie et de nettoyage

dans le parc national Kootenay, le parc national Yoho et Lac Louise L’Agence Parcs Canada requiert les services des entrepreneurs pour fournir la prestation de services de conciergerie et de nettoyage dans le parc national Kootenay, le parc national Yoho et Lac Louise. Le contrat commence le 1er avril 2014 et se termine le 31 mars 2015, avec possibilité de prolongement de deux ans.

DES VISITES OBLIGATOIRES DES LIEUX

Parks Canada Agency requires Contractors to provide seasonal janitorial and cleaning services in Kootenay National Park, Yoho National Park and Lake Louise. The period of the contracts is from April 1, 2014 to March 31, 2015 with the possibility of two additional option years.

MANDATORY SITE VISITS

Lac Louise, Alberta; le 9 et 10 septembre 2013 parc national Yoho, Colombie-Britannique: le 11 et 12 septembre 2013 parc national Kootenay, Colombie-Britannique : le 13 septembre 2013

Lake Louise, AB., September 9th & 10th, 2013 Yoho National Park, B.C., September 11th & 12th, 2013 Kootenay National Park, B.C., September 13th, 2013

Toutes les visites obligatoires des lieux commencent à 8 h HAR. Les soumissionnaires doivent communiquer avec l’autorité contractante, Eloise Meredith, 24 heures avant la visite prévue pour confirmer leur présence. Les soumissionnaires qui n’auront pas fait la visite obligatoire ne pourront reporter leur visite à une autre date, et leur soumission sera rejetée.

All site visits start at 8:00 am MDT. Bidders must communicate with the Contracting Officer, Eloise Meredith, 24 hours before the scheduled visit to confirm attendance.

Bidders who do not attend will not be given an alternate date and their bids will be rejected.

L’invitation à soumissionner prendra fin à 14 h le 30 septembre 2013 HAR.

Closing date for tender submissions is September 30, 2013 at 2:00 pm MDT.

All enquiries regarding this tender are to be submitted to the Contracting Officer, Toutes les demandes de renseignements doivent être envoyées par courriel à Eloise Eloise Meredith by email: eloise.meredith@pc.gc.ca no later than ten calendar Meredith, autorité contractante, à l’adresse eloise.meredith@pc.gc.ca, au moins days before bid closing date. dix jours civils avant la date de clôture des soumissions.

Box 159, 8853 Grainger Rd., Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 • Fax: 250-349-5460 • village@canalflats.ca

NOTICE OF COUNCIL INITIATIVE MERGED WATER LOCAL SERVICE AREA BYLAW 150, 2013 Notice of a Council Initiative (subject to petition against) process is given to the property owners of the Merged Water Service Area (created under Bylaw 149, 2013) for the construction of a Reservoir and upgrade to the water distribution system under loan authorization Bylaw 150, 2013 to borrow a maximum of two million three hundred thousand ($2,300,000) dollars. A Towns for Tomorrow and Gas Tax Grant of $400,000 will be applied to the project to reduce the cost from $2,700,000 to $2,300,000 dollars.

Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of section 217 of the Community Charter that the Council of the Village of Canal Flats wishes to borrow up to a maximum amount of $2,300,000 dollars for the following projects: Merged Water Local Service Area for the construction of a Reservoir and water distribution system.

Village of Canal Flats Council, on July 30th , 2013, gave three readings to the “Merged Water Local Service Area Loan Authorization Bylaw 150, 2013” proposing to borrow, by way of debenture, a sum not exceeding $2,300,000 and is repayable not later than thirty (30) years from the date of issue of such debentures. It is estimated that the annual parcel tax will be $275 for this debenture. Only those parcels of land within the Merged Water Local Service Area that are deemed serviceable will be charged the water parcel tax. Details of the proposed works may be viewed during regular business hours at the Municipal Office at 8866 Grainger Road, Canal Flats, BC or on the website at www.canalflats.com.

Property response forms for this Council Initiative are available to the owners of properties of the Merged Water Local Service Area as per the attached map.

Only qualified owners who are opposed to the loan need sign the petition response forms. If 2 or more persons are owners of land, they must be considered as one owner only and are only entitled to petition if a majority of them concur. Qualified owners who are in favour of this loan do not have to sign or submit any documents.

Unless petitions are signed by at least fifty percent (50%) of the property owners representing at least fifty (50%) percent of the assessed value of land and improvements and submitted to the Village of Canal Flats at Box 159, 8866 Grainger Road, Canal Flats, BC V0B 1B0, petitioning the Village Council NOT to proceed, Village Council may adopt this loan authorization bylaw within 30 days after notice has been given.

The deadline for receipt of the signed owner’s opposition form to the Village of Canal Flats Municipal office is 4:30 p.m. on Monday September 30, 2013.

Brian M. Woodward Chief Administrative & Financial Officer

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Environmental Protection Notice Application for a Permit Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act (Section 137) We, Teck Coal Limited, intend to submit this application to the Lieutenant Governor in Council to authorize the discharge of effluent from a sediment pond. The source of discharge is mine affected water in the Dry Creek valley.

The land upon which the facility will be situated is Lot 1, Plan NEP 21818, District Lots 4588, 6755 and 6756, located near Elkford British Columbia, within the Dry Creek watershed. The land upon which the discharge will occur during initial development (Year 1) is Lot 1, Plan NEP 21818, District Lot 4588, located near Elkford, British Columbia, within the Dry Creek watershed.

Afterwards, the land upon which the discharge will occur is Lot 1, Plan NEP 21818, District Lot 4588, located near Elkford, British Columbia within the Fording River valley.

The maximum rate of effluent discharged from this facility will be 1.8 m3/second. The operating period for this facility will be 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

The discharge will be managed to meet instream site performance objectives of 10 µg/L selenium and 0.38 µg/L cadmium in Dry Creek (as maximum 30-day mean values). The characteristics of the discharge to the Fording River (as maximum 30-day mean values) are as follows: • Total Suspended Solids 50 mg/L • Cadmium 0.0014 mg/L • Nitrate 141 mg/L • Selenium 0.32 mg/L • Sulphate 1,067 mg/L • Total Dissolved Solids 1,982 mg/L

mine-affected flows from the diversion structure to a series of three sediment ponds, an outfall structure will discharge water from the sediment pond system to Dry Creek during initial development (Year 1) and a conveyance pipeline system will serve to convey water from the sediment pond system to a discharge location on the Fording River (starting in Year 2). Working in combination with the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan, currently being developed by Teck Coal Limited, this system has been designed to manage water quality in Dry Creek and the Fording River at levels that will not have significant adverse impacts to aquatic life.

Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed discharge of waste and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant at: • www.teck.com, using the online feedback form • Email directly to feedbackteckcoal@teck.com • Send to Teck Coal Limited, PO Box 1777, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 With a copy to the Minister of Environment at: Minister of Environment c/o Geoff Ingram Executive Assistant Room 112—Parliament Buildings Victoria, BC V8W 1X4 Geoff.Ingram@gov.bc.ca The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record.

The types of treatment to be applied to the discharge are: a diversion structure on Dry Creek will facilitate interception and diversion of mine-affected water from the Dry Creek watershed, a transfer pipeline will convey

PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS Call: 250-341-6299

they work

August 30, 2013

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Valley Churches

FAITH

Revival in our time; is it possible?

Pastor Wayne Frater Radium Christian Fellowship In 1904 a young ministerial student named Evan Roberts, began to feel God was sending an urgent message that He was going to pour out a mighty spirit of revival.

As Evan spent time before God he became deeply moved by the Spirit and he cried out to God, “Bend me O Lord!” Evan went back to his home church and preached a simple four-point message that he was convinced could help God bring revival.

1. Confess all known sin to God. 2. Deal with and get rid of any “doubtful” area of your life.

3. Be ready to obey the Holy Spirit instantly.

4. Confess Christ publicly.

After he was finished speaking, 17 young people were at the alter on their knees crying out to God. They prayed until 2 a.m. and it was the beginning of one of the greatest movements of God in all history. By the end of the week, over 60 people were won to Christ and over the course of the next year and a half revival swept

through the nation of Wales. Over 1,000,000 people were led to saving faith in Jesus Christ. In time the revival spread across the Atlantic into the U.S. Revival begins in the heart of believers, and if the world ever needed revival I believe now is the time.

Chronicles 7:14 tells us, “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and will heal their land.”

God is looking for people to revive. Revival begins with God’s own people, with prayer, with building a relationship with God. When we pray we are bringing our lives to intersect with God and in the moment that we meet with God something amazing happens; He pours Himself into our lives. Prayer is the foundation of a growing relationship with God. Through prayer, revival begins in our hearts, from there it grows and spills over into the lives around us, and so on, and so on.

I firmly believe that God wants to bring revival to His people, the question is; do we have the desire to be revived? Evan Roberts prayed for God to bend him. Is that your prayer?

Humility before God is the beginning. If we want to experience personal revival, today is the day to seek God. If we want to see the church have a corporate revival, today is the day to seek the Holy Spirit. If we want our communities to see a mighty outpouring of power, today is the day to seek Jesus.

Fundraising can be contagious During the Kraft Celebration Tour at Kinsmen Beach in Invermere on Monday, August 19th, former CBC Dragon’s Den personality and valley home owner Brett Wilson donated an additional $5,000 to the Rotary Club’s effort for the construction of a splash and spray park. Mr. Wilson is pictured here with local children and Invermere Rotarian Kerri-Anne Thomas as he symbolizes his donation with the presentation of a giant cheque.

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LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, September 1st 10:30 a.m.: CELEBRATION SUNDAY...“Proverbs”...

Pastor Trevor ministering.

The Lord’s Supper will be served.

Pastor Trevor Hagan 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED 9 a.m.: Worship at All Saint’s, Edgewater 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 7 p.m.: Worship at St. Peter’s, Windermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10 a.m.: Worship 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

Relationship Counselling Stress Management Chronic Illness Support Life Transitions Family Resource Centre 1317-7th Avenue, Invermere (beside McToogle’s)

250-342-5566

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