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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 1 September 27, 2013

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CLOUDS N’ CLASSICS Classic car buffs enjoyed checking out more than 800 antique American autos with paint glistening in the rain at the Columbia Valley Classics’ 24th Show n’ Shine in Radium Hot Springs on Saturday, September 21st. While the weather caused some to vacate the vehicle display at The Springs golf course early, others took the opportunity to appreciate the muscles and motors despite the moisture.

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By Larry Halverson Friends of Kootenay National Park The bushy-tailed wood rat, more commonly know as a pack rat, derived its name from its compelling desire to collect all sorts of small articles, especially shiny objects.

There have been instances where pack rats have taken money, diamond rings and even false teeth. The items stolen are often replaced with useless things such as twigs or pebbles.

Occasional they will trade valuable objects. According to one tale, “a pack rat left some gold nuggets on the table in a prospector’s cabin in exchange for some trivial trinkets.”

I once came across a pack rat’s treasure cache in an old shed. There wasn’t any gold or diamonds but it did contain an assortment of unusual items: a tin pie plate, a coat hanger, two combs, some nylon binder twine, a fly trap, two metal brackets, a gasket, 12 wood screws, some horse hoof trimming, a piece of leather harness, a plastic bottle cap, a buckle, cardboard, a rock, some wooden dowel, four Douglas fir cones and two freeze wrappers.

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VALLEY NEWS

District aims to clear up water confusion

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff The district of Invermere will take a look at making its water utility data more accessible to the public on an ongoing basis.

The matter came up for discussion at council’s Tuesday, September 24th meeting and council unanimously approved a motion that district staff prepare a report on it.

Talk centered specifically on the district’s water supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), a type of computer-operated industrial control system that monitors and runs the physical infrastructure. Many communities use SCADA for water and wastewater system management.

“It’s not uncommon to have this publicly available,” said Councillor Paul Denchuk, who brought the motion forward. “I just find there are a lot of questions around it (water quality) and I think it may put some of those question to rest if it’s (SCADA data) online.”

The SCADA data includes turbidity levels, chlorination levels and flow levels. District staff and other

councillors pointed out the water quality data is freely available to anybody who comes into the district office wondering about it, but Mr. Denchuk said it was important to look at doing so on a real-time basis (and posting the information on the district’s Facebook page or website) rather than putting the onus on members of the public to come into the office themselves.

“Maybe this will give people some confidence (in Invermere’s water)” said Mr. Denchuk.

Councillor Greg Anderson said that since water quality data is already available to those who want to come in and ask for it at the district office, it may not be necessary to broadcast the information in other ways.

“I’m leery of putting extra work on staff that may be of utility to only a handful of people,” said Mr. Anderson, adding that only one or two people have asked him about water quality in the two years he’s been on council.

“Why wouldn’t people just come in, why would we put the extra effort on staff? Staff are strapped,” he said, adding that the SCADA date might be too complex to be of use to most people.

Other councillors said it would probably be possible

to put the data into an easy-to-understand format, but Councillor Justin Atterbury expressed other concerns.

“We could be solving one problem but be creating another problem of skepticism,” said Mr. Atterbury, pointing out there are times when water is discoloured despite data indicating the water quality is fine.

“People might simply just not believe the data,” he said. “Would it (a report showing good water quality) make you drink the brown water?”

Invermere mayor Gerry Taft said he thought better public understanding of the district’s water quality and systems could be of benefit.

“Maybe it’s something we could communicate better,” said Mr. Taft, adding something such as a real-time online posting system would have more initial cost, but then would run for free.

Mr. Taft also noted that the district hasn’t allocated staff time or district budget for the issue.

“This is a new item — it’s not on our work plan, in our priorities or in our budget,” he said.

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Manslaughter trial scheduled for January 2014

By Sally MacDonald Cranbrook Daily Townsman A trial by judge and jury will be held in Cranbrook next January for a man charged in connection with the April 2012 death of Cory Jarock in Invermere.

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The trial date was set in Cranbrook Supreme Court by Justice Terence Schultes on Monday, September 23rd.

Mr. Panebianco, a former Radium Hot Springs resident, is out on bail awaiting the trial and did not appear in person for the brief court hearing on Monday.

He has been charged with manslaughter,

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A breach of probation charge was laid against Mr. Panebianco in March, but was later dismissed by an Invermere Provincial Court judge.

Cory Jarock was found deceased on the driveway of a home in the Tunnacliffe Heights neighbourhood of Invermere on April 3rd, 2012.

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• At 3 p.m. on Friday, September 20th, the Columbia Valley detachment responded to a complaint of an elderly male throwing items at a deer to chase it off the property.

Items were described as a hammer and axe.

Deer was not hit or injured. Male cautioned in regard to cruelty to animals.

• On Friday September 20th, the detachment responded to a domestic dispute in the 9000 block of Wallace Avenue in Wilmer. As a result of the investigation a 23-year-old female was arrested and charged with assault and released on no contact conditions.

The female shortly after being released breached her release conditions and was arrested and brought before a Justice of the Peace. She was released by the Justice of the Peace with further charges of breaching the condition. No injuries to the victim of the assault required medical attention.

• On Saturday, September 21st, the Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a complaint of a male passed out in the lobby of the Best Western Hotel.

The 25-year-old male from Edgewater was arrested for being drunk in public and lodged in cells.

•At 9:16 p.m. on Saturday, September 21st, Golden Traffic Services working in the area responded to a single vehicle accident involving a Mustang in the ditch on 10th Ave near the hospital. The driver was charged with driving too fast for road conditions.

• At 4 a.m. on Sunday, September 22nd, while on patrol the police followed a vehicle and observed that the vehicle entered into the ditch. Police spoke with the 18-year-old driver from Calgary and noted that he displayed signs of having consumed liquor. An ASD demand was given at which time the driver blew a fail. The driver was issued a 90-day driving prohibition and the 2012 GMC pickup was impounded for 30 days.

• At 8:13 p.m. on Sunday, September 22nd, while observing a group of people near the bars an intoxicated male took it upon himself to expose his buttocks to the police and voiced his opinion of the police. The police took it upon themselves to arrest the male for being drunk in public and invited the 38-year-old male for a sleep over. Male was issued a ticket under the Liquor Control Act for being drunk in public.

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Ben the Rat — A Trilogy in Four Parts: Part IV (The Conclusion) The rat I now call Ben hit the floor to KJ’s screaming, and when I turned to watch the killing, the shovel that was held high over his shoulder, cocked and ready for the deadly blow, was now un-cocked and moving to the scooping position as Ben was quickly approaching. I realized that KJ was going to scoop the rat away to protect himself, and I was directly in the line to receive this glorious pass. The irrational side of my brain had my hand going for my gun to shoot it in mid air as it came back to me. The logical side said the bullet would go through the rat like butter and hit KJ. The irrational side said “The hell with him.” The logical side said “He has kids.” Irrational side, “I don’t care.” Logic came back and said “I did my job and stalled you, too late, brace for impact.” KJ scooped the rat and hurled it back at me.

Whatever speed the rat was racing toward KJ could then be multiplied several times over, flying back to me with a projected impact to be square on my chest. Two grown Mounties were now screaming. No doubt the girls were back on the line with 911 letting dispatch know further back up was required as it sounded like the rat was winning. The rat hit me in the chest and clung to me. When I looked down it had the look of terror on its face. The irrational side of my brain said, “Get the gun out turn it on myself and shoot the rat. It’s government ammunition; there’s a chance of survival.” The logical side interjected and said, “I’m with irrational now, shoot KJ and fall on the mercy of the courts.”

I leaned over the bathtub with this rat on my chest and with my hands, brushed him off as he fell into the tub. Ben was running 100 miles an hour but going nowhere. He was trapped in the tub. I slumped down and sat on the toilet contemplating what just happened and stared up at KJ. His response: “Sorry.” KJ now told me to shoot it. I had this vision of several bullet holes in the tub and me explaining to the RCMP why we had to pay for a bath tub. I instructed KJ to go back into the house, and get a bag. I got Ben in the bag, went outside and set him free to fight another day.

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Smart meter charges irk valley residents

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Valley residents who don’t have smart meters have recently received letters from B.C. Hydro telling them that starting in December, they will be charged $35 a month (or $420 a year) to keep their non-smart meters, creating a wave of concern.

“It’s not fair,” said Invermere resident and holistic health business owner Dorothy Isted, adding she feels the move amounts to polluting people against their will.

“You’ve got to wonder about this wireless technology.”

Many residents in the valley who have opted not to have smart meters say they have done so because they are concerned about the potential health effects of wireless technology (such as smart meters).

The letter was sent to all BC Hydro customers who do not have smart meters and tells them they have a choice of keeping their old meters for $35 a month (starting December 2nd this year), getting a radio-off meter for a one-time installation fee of $100 and then a monthly fee of $20 (starting April 1st, 2014) or getting a smart meter installed for free.

Those who received the letter have until December 1st to confirm their choice.

“Knowing I live with a lesion on my brain, these meters are a risk I do not need to take and nothing I have

read or been told assures me otherwise,” said Delphine Lodge co-owner and Wilmer resident Jill Bell in a letter to the editor last week.

But B.C. Hydro senior media relations advisor Greg Alexis told The Pioneer such health concerns are misplaced.

“The B.C. Provincial Health Officer, Health Canada and the World Health Organization have all said wireless meters pose no health risk or reason for concern,” said Mr. Alexis, adding that the smart meters communicate using radio frequency (or wi-fi) signals and that testing by an independent third company found that the meters actually use radio signals to communicate for less that one minute a day (in some cases averaging only 1.4 seconds a day).

This means that that a single 30-second cellphone call results in more wireless frequency exposure than a smart meter will during its 20-year lifespan, said Mr. Alexis.

The $35 a month charge is simply a cost recovery fee, he said.

“We think it’s a fair and reasonable solution, which still allows customers to keep a technology option that is obsolete and costly to support,” said Mr. Alexis. “It ensures the 96 per cent of B.C. residents who have smart meters are not subsidizing the choices of a small minority.”

Having both smart meters and a few old meters amounts to having two systems in the province and keep-

ing the old system running while most residents switch to the new system means a lot of additional installation, maintenance, employee and vehicles costs, according to Mr. Alexis.

“It’s more than just a meter reading fee,” he said.

Other jurisdictions — including the hydro system Portland, Oregon and Quebec Hydro — have adopted similar programs of charging monthly fees for people not using smart meters, said Mr. Alexis.

But in her letter, Mrs. Bell questioned the benefits of saving money if it means fewer people are working.

“What has upset me even more than having this new technology thrust upon me is that it means my meter reader is out of a job. In today’s economy and in looking to the future, the sooner we sign on to a mindset that allows people to remain employed, and therefore paying taxes and putting money into the economy, the better,” said Mrs. Bell.

Edgewater resident and smart meter sceptic Bryan Stawychny expressed concern about the process of the move to smart meters.

“All I ever wanted from B.C. Hydro was a little power to run my lights and a few appliances. A microwave transmitter on my property was never in the deal,” said Mr. Stawychny, adding there was no public consultation around the move to smart meters.

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Community forest inching closer after meeting

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff Four years of work towards creating a community forest in the Columbia Valley just took another step towards reality after a meeting at last week’s Union of B.C. Municipalities meeting.

In their meeting with Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations minister Steve Thompson on Thursday, September 19th, Invermere council put in a request for a community forest Letter of Invitation.

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enable the Columbia Headwaters Community Forest Board to participate in the upcoming area timber supply review that Mr. Thompson’s ministry will be commencing this winter.

“The timber supply review happens every four years, and when it happens, the chief forester and his staff will be doing a review of the timber that’s out there,” said Invermere councillor and community forest liaison Greg Anderson.

“If there’s an under-allocation in terms of volume, maybe there’s an opportunity for the community forest to latch on to some of that.”

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est would encompass provincial Crown land on either side of Highway 93/95 between Radium Hot Springs and Canal Flats. The forest would include a long-term tenure of up to 99 years. In 2011, the volunteer board incorporated the community forest as a registered society.

“As we outlined to the minister, the board has made many presentations throughout the valley and has formally received support from all levels of municipal government, our First Nations and interest groups,” added Mr. Anderson.

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PERSPECTIVE Historical Lens Lens

Fantastic fund preserves valley

By Greg Amos, Pioneer Staff

A little-known fund derived from a $20 per year parcel tax is doing an excelllent job keeping valuable ecology intact throughout the valley.

The Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund was approved by the Regional District of East Kootenay in 2009 and now has more than 30 projects underway.

Taking a page out of the planning playbook in many U.S. states, the local conservation fund’s innovative and fiscally-painless approach to preservation is a first in Canada.

Flying under the radar with an annual budget of $230,000, the fund has provided valuable seed money for worthwhile projects such as Lot 48.

You’d be hard pressed to get better long-term value out of a $20 bill. It’s no accident that the Columbia Valley is the largest intact wetland in North America (at least if you ignore the train tracks running through them), and the local conservation fund is the perfect means of ensuring that remains the case. A network of 18,500 acres (7,600 hectares) of conservation land is more than just a big number; it’s a driving force for tourism in the region.

A six-part series on projects achieved using the local conservation fund debuts in The Pioneer this week — and offers a chance for us to feel good about taxes for once.

Historical clarification The “Resplendent in regalia” historical photo in the September 20th edition of The Pioneer incorrectly listed the youth in the photo as the son of Lucien Jimmy. The 10-year-old boy is in fact Lazarus Stevens of the Shuswap Band. The photo was taken in the old Fall Fair grounds in what is now the industrial park.

At the time of the photo, Little Jimmy Neass’ grandson had just been born. Thanks to Clarissa Stevens for setting the record straight.

Baby in a buggy A one-year-old Ray Crook relaxes in a buggy in this picture taken in 1919. The widely-spaced young spruce trees around young Ray would suggest the photo was taken at a Christmas tree farm.

Photo provided by Ray Crook.

If you have any information on this or any other historical photo, e-mail us at info@ cv-pioneer.com .

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Definitely a deer problem Dear Editor: I read with interest and some dismay a letter from Devin Kazakoff in The Pioneer. I could not understand how someone could live in Invermere and not know there is a deer problem. Then it dawned on me: he does not live in Invermere. (Editor’s note: Mr. Kazakoff was raised in Invermere and still lives in the area.) It is like saying unemployment is just a rumour set about by a bunch of people out of work.

Mr. Kazakoff, could you please tell me how many plum trees you have lost to deer? We have lost three; there are nothing but stubs left. How many feet of lilac hedge have you lost? We have lost about 90 feet. It will never achieve its intended purpose as long as the deer are here. How many spruce trees

have you lost? We have lost two — they’ve been completely girdled by the bucks rubbing the velvet off their antlers. We’ve lost one Manchurian elm, and had one poplar broken in two by the same process.

How many rose bushes have you lost? We have lost five. How many piles of deer droppings have you had to clean up from your patio area? This spring I counted 67 then gave up counting. The rest of the property looked like a feed lot — I even saw a deer walk into the yard, take a dump and leave. What the heck is that all about?

For the last several years there has been a problem with the deer in Invermere, and it will only get worse until something is done.

Len Burkitt, Invermere

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LETTERS

Media makes us mindless Dear Editor:

Your government is watching you, but who is watching your government?

At one time, the media—TV, radio and newspapers—did that job. Today, Canadian media are mostly a corporate monopoly. Media is now an advertising business.

Just four private entrepreneurs own most of what Canadians watch, hear and read.

In B.C., for example, one guy—billionaire media baron and wannabe oil tycoon David Black—owns some 82 community newspapers, including the Valley Echo.

What happens when big business owns the “information source of the masses”? Look at the U.S. Their media is largely owned by the military-industrial complex—a gang of military contractors and weapons manufacturers.

Since war profiteers acquired the media the U.S. has been at constant war.

Aggressive news-gathering and investigative reporting have disappeared. It’s now a death sentence to merely “report” U.S. war crimes—as Wikileaks’ Juliuan Assange may find out. The U.S. media has shaped its population into the most misinformed, paranoid and “armed” people in the world. We are following.

Our media has just re-elected the

most underhanded government in B.C. history. Thanks to the media, the BC Liberals paid no political price for scams such as BC Rail, BC Hydro, smart meters and the theft of Jumbo Glacier. My guess is media were too busy counting ad profits to bother reporting to the people.

Corporate media never badmouths big advertisers.

A gang of media owners orchestrated Canada’s last federal election. They left Canadians so well informed, hardly anybody showed up to vote. That was the plan: voter suppression.

Reporting on robocalls (voter fraud) has been almost completely suppressed.

So is the fact that Stephen Harper’s people — with taxpayer-funded lawyers — are fighting tooth and nail, doing everything in their power, to obstruct the investigations.

Meanwhile, the “media consortium” is pushing to get rid of the CBC. If we lose the CBC, we’re doomed.

Re: the uproar over Mr. Watt’s September 6th Second Opinion column.

In what is possibly my first attempt

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to age gracefully — and I have always wanted to say this — no comment.

Case closed, hopefully.

Andrew Watt Fairmont Hot Springs

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September 27, 2013

Grandmothers power tribunal at UBC

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff On Saturday, September 7th, four of the Valley Go Go Sisters attended a landmark tribunal in Vancouver.

More than 1,000 people — most of them grandmothers — attended the African Grandmothers Tribunal at UBC’s Chan Centre. The event, hosted by the Stephen Lewis Foundation, was a forum for six grandmothers from various countries in Africa to provide their testimonies of supporting their grandchildren orphaned

by AIDS, and dealing with other pressing human rights issues affecting them.

“They mainly spoke about the atrocities that are going on for women in Africa, and how they have to raise their grandchildren because an entire generation of parents have died from the AIDS epidemic,” Go Go Sisters chairperson Sherry Dewey told The Pioneer. “There are so many rights for men, but so few for women.”

The tribunal was a one-off event to draw attention to the Stephen Lewis Foundation, and it was attended by Stephen Lewis himself. Mr. Lewis launched his foundation after serving as the United Nations’ special envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa.

The six African grandmothers had all persevered

through adverse situations, said Ms. Dewey, who believes the tribunal event will speed progress towards solutions.

“They were very strong women, and fought for what they believe and won,” she said. “They want to get the governments of various African countries to support these women and actually recognize their problems and help them set up different organizations. I think it might just happen with pressure from people like us, but it’s going to take a long time.”

After hearing their testimonies, four judges (Gloria Steinem, GRAND ACTIONS — Left to right: Sherry Dewey, Marilyn Kraayvanger, Joy Phumaphi, Theo Sowa, and Connie Watson and Luana Gillies attended the African Grandmothers Tribunal at Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond) made the Chan Centre at UBC earlier this month.

Submitted photo their recommendations on how to munity based projects established by African Grandmothers. bring attention to their concerns.

Our local group, the Valley Go Go Sisters, consists The Stephen Lewis Foundation launched their Grandof more than 50 members, and they invite anyone to mothers to Grandmothers campaign in 2006. join their Grandmothers and Grand Others group. For More than 240 groups have been established across more information, contact Sherry at 250-342-9733.

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Backyard burning gets the green light

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Valley residents keen to burn yard waste and slash piles have the chance to do so again.

The open burning prohibition in the southeast B.C. was rescinded last week due to decreased risk of wildfires in the area.

“After a week of rain, it was now a safe time to take the ban down,” Southeast Fire Centre fire information officer Jordan Turner told The Pioneer. The prohibition was officially lifted at noon on Friday,

September 20th.

“Once we have a period of prolonged rain, the forest fuels get wet enough and it becomes safe enough to have open fires in communities in the southeast (part of the province),” said Mr. Turner.

Although open fire are permitted, the Wildfire Management Branch is asking the public to remain vigilant with any fire use, including open burning and campfires. Despite the recent cool and wet weather, the region’s fire danger rating could increase again, according to a Southeast Fire Centre press release.

There have been 320 wildfires in the Southeast Fire

Centre region (basically the entire Kootenay region, plus the area encircled by the Columbia River stretching north to Mica Dam) so far this season. Humans caused 46 of them, said the province’s press release.

The fire centre is encouraging those itching to burning their slash piles to ensure enough people, water and hand tools are available to prevent fires from getting out of control, and to make a fireguard about a metre wide around fires by removing twigs, grass and other kindling material.

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Barn dance set for historic K2 ranch Submitted by Denise Tegart Columbia Valley Hospice Society The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is poised to host their first annual Butterfly Barn Dance at historic K2 Ranch on Saturday, October 5th.

Nestled in the magnificent Purcell Mountains, the ranch is owned and operated by owners Bob and Barb Shaunessy, who are in the process of restoring the ranch to its former glory.

For the event on October 5th, Mr. and Mrs. Shaunessy have kindly donated the barn and grounds to the Hospice Society for their first annual Barn Dance fundraiser, which has already sold out.

“We know we will have a wonderful time at K2 Ranch and we are profoundly grateful to K2 Ranch, the CBT and all of our wonderful volunteers for their support in making this event a reality,” said Hospice

Society executive director Maria Kliavkoff. “If anyone is interested in becoming a volunteer for this event, we would love to hear from you.”

There will be an old-fashioned fair on the grounds with vendors keeping to the farm wares. Activities include games for the children, a tour of the restored blacksmith’s shop, a barbecue, and of course a good old-fashioned barn dance starting at 7 p.m. at the restored barn featuring bands The Hickeys and Iron Zipper.

The event is sponsored by SRLK2 and the Columbia Basin Trust.

All proceeds of the event help to support the newly formed Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley which began its visitation program on Monday, September 16th.

If you would like to become a member of the society or add your BARN-BURNER — The upcoming Hospice Society barn dance will include performances by The name to the waitlist for this event, Hickeys and Iron Zipper in a huge restored barn that dates back to 1895. please contact the Hospice Society at

Photo submitted by Maria Kliavkoff 250-688-1143.

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Back to the mountains

Dutch jazz quartet KØGGING, led by Norbert Kogging (pictured above), are back for more of the Rocky Mountain experience after a residence at the Banff Centre two years ago. The band plays at the Station Pub on Tuesday, October 1st. Turn to page 17 to learn more.

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Movie Review: Iron Man 3 is causing bombings all around the U.S. Now for you comic book fanatics, this isn’t the super-mind-control-monkey Mandarin; this is an international terrorist. In fact, it only represents some of Stan Lee’s ideas for Iron Man. Mostly, this is just a big Hollywood studio at work making a blockbuster movie.

What I like from Robert Downey Jr., the actor who plays Tony Stark, is that he captures the personality and cockiness that the real Iron Man is holding on to in previous Iron Man movies; he does a good job building off the work he’s done in the past.

In this instalment, I find that this kidfriendly superhero is often swearing a lot. In fact, I’ve never seen Tony Stark swear as much

Reviewed by Chris Midyette Grade 7 student Martin Morigeau Elementary School This isn’t as good as other super good summer blockbusters, but Iron Man 3 is entertaining. The story starts on New Year’s Eve 1999, when Tony is invited to a conversation with the founder of a company called AIM, but declines the offer. Later Tony finds himself with the same person and he is hitting on Pepper Pots. When I first saw this, I was like, “Oh my God!” A quarter of the way into the movie, Tony’s house is attacked by a villain called The Mandarin, who

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

Festival at Kinsmen Beach. Includes guest speakers, field trips, gala dinner, Ktunaxa dance troupe, Metis cloggers, music by the Good ol’ Goats and the Rosie Brown Band, and more. Visit columbiasalmonfest.ca for more information.

• 4:30 p.m. -10:00 p.m.: Craft and hang out night at the Summit Youth Centre.

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Toby Theatre • September 27th and 28th, 7:30 p.m.: Disney’s Planes.

Friday, September 27th • 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.

• 12:00 p.m.: Soup, bun and dessert for $6 per person at the Edgewater Legion.

• 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.: Free yoga at Defining Yoga.

Bring in a shoe donation for soles4souls.

• 5:30 p.m. -11:00 p.m.: Pizza bagel and movie night at the Summit Youth Centre.

Saturday, September 28th • September 28th - 29th. Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup continues. Register today at ShorelineCleanup.ca or call 1-877-427-2422.

• 10:00 a.m.: 6th Annual Headbanger Trail Challenge in Radium Hot Springs in support of the Radium Public Library. Part of the East Kootenay Trail Races Series. 12km race plus a 3km family-friendly run/ walk. Visit headbangertrailchallenge.ca or phone 250347-2456 for more information and to register. No race-day registration.

• 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.: 3rd Annual Columbia Salmon

• 3:30 - 9 p.m.: Homework night at the Summit Youth Centre.

• 7p.m.: Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club’s AGM at Lake View Meadows rec centre. Executive positions to be filled: Secretary and Members at Large. Free pizzza.

Everyone welcome.

• 8 p.m.: Norbert Kogging and band plays blues folk style music at The Station Pub for the pub’s one year anniversary under new ownership. $10 cover at the door.

Wednesday, October 2nd • 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.: Bingo at the Windermere Community Hall. For info call 250-342-0589 or visit www.windermerecommunity.ca .

• 6:15 p.m.: Swimming at Radium Hot Springs with the Summit Youth Centre. Registration needed by October 1st, 9 p.m.

• 7 p.m.: Catholic Women’s League meeting at in the activity room at Columbia Garden. For info call Pam, 250-347-6584.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Council of the District of Invermere open house for information related to urban deer management, in preparation for the public opinion poll to be held on November 2nd. Open house is in the council chambers, District of Invermere municipal office, at 914-8th Avenue. For more information, contact the DOI at 250-342-9281.

Thursday, October 3rd

Church Trinity. Tickets at the door.

Saturday, October 5th • 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Oktoberfest with the Summit Youth Centre.

• 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Family Oktoberfest celebration in downtown Invermere featuring live music, German food court, bouncy castles, mini golf, and local vendors. Part of the Invermere Live Music series. Call 250342-9281 or email evnets@invermere.net for info.

• 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.: Free kids yoga class at Defining Yoga in Invermere. For info email krista@flourishyoga.ca to pre-register or call 250-270-0056.

• 8 p.m.: Broken Down Suitcase plays at The Station Pub. No cover.

Monday, October 7th • 7 p.m.: Registration and open house at Invermere and District Curling Centre. Snack and refreshments.

• Bingo at Canal Flats Civic Centre.

Tuesday, October 8th • 7 p.m.: Cinefest Film Series at Pynelogs. First of the series; Still Mine. $10 per person at the door. For info visit www.columbiavalleyarts.com .

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.

• Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

• Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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• 5:30 p.m. - 11p.m.: Hang out night at the Summit Youth Centre.

• 7 p.m.: Meet and Greet for Columbia Valley MS Support group at Christ Church Trinity. First Thursday of each month.

• Tuesday: 7- 8:30 p.m. For info: 250-349-5360.

Friday, October 4th

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• 5:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.: Man Hunt at the Summit Youth Centre, starting at 9 p.m.

• 7 p.m.: Open Mic night at Pynelogs, showcasing local talents.

• 7:30 p.m.: La Cafamore, live performance at Christ

• Thursday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Friday and Saturday: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

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Station Pub sets the stage for singer-songwriter

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Opening your heart during youth creates strong memories for nearly everybody, and singersongwriter Alex Vissia is bringing those feelings to life when she performs songs from her new album, Young Love, this weekend.

“A lot of (the album) revolves around the emotions you go through as a young adult and as you’re weaving through your teenage years,” Ms. Vissia told The Pioneer. “The title track is more about a different kind of relationship, about people who are together a really long time,” she said. “It’s the lost relationships and broken hearts.”

Playing Invermere for her third time, Ms. Vissia said that the group’s energy and confi- SOUL-SEARCHER dence has progressed, and listen- relationships and ers at The Station Pub on Sunday, September 29th.

September 29th will notice a difference.

“The sound is on the rockier-side of folk, so what we try to do is maintain a good flow throughout the show so there’s not a lot of dead space,” she said. “It’s something we’ve definitely been working at.”

Constantly evolving as a musician, she said she’s already writing new material now for her next album, and said some new material can be expected at Sunday’s show. The 24-year-old Edmonton musician said she’ll always be making new music.

“Creating songs is like your own personal track record going through life,” she said. Her songwriting is focused around material that she enjoys playing and

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“When I’m writing songs I want to come across as honestly as possible, and I try to delve into my own personal experiences a lot, because I find that’s how I reach my deepest emotions, instead of trying to dream up things I haven’t experienced yet,” she said.

Bass player Kurtis Cockerill and drummer Nich Davies have backed Ms. Vissia on both records and every concert so far. They’ll both be at The Station this weekend, but a tour of eastern Canada in 2014 will take Alex on her first shows as a soloist since she began her career.

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Submitted by WildSafe BC Even though bear related calls are down on average across the province in comparison to last year, WildSafeBC warns residents that the active fall season is about to heat up with regards to human-bear conflicts.

“We’re down about 20 per cent province-wide in terms of bear-related calls to the Conservation Officer Service Reporting line,” says Frank Ritcey, provincial coordinator of the WildSafeBC program. “However, that could all change with the fall season. Natural forage has been good with a long wet spring but the dry hot summer could have reduced the availability of natural foods.”

Bears are entering a phase of their yearly cycle called hyperphagia — a time when they can take in up to 20,000 calories in a single day. It is during this period that they create great stores of fat to make it through their winter hibernation period.

“Garbage, unpicked fruit, bird feeders, pet food, outdoor freezers, and small livestock all become targets for the bears,” warns Mr. Ritcey. “Preventing bears from accessing these attractants will help to keep the wildlife wild and our communities safe.”

“In the Columbia Valley this year, there have

been fewer sightings called into the RAPP line than in the last two years, but it’s starting to pick up now with a few reports of black bear sightings in both Radium Hot Springs and Invermere,” says Crystal Leonard, local WildSafeBC Coordinator. “Residents and visitors need to manage attractants so we don’t have bears becoming human food-conditioned in our communities.”

Since the inception of Bear Aware (the fore-runner of WildSafeBC), the annual destruction of bears has dropped from about 1,000 animals a year to approximately 500 animals a year.

WildSafeBC is a program run by the BC Conservation Foundation and more information about the program can be found at wildsafebc.com or they can be followed on Facebook at facebook.com/wildsafebc .

Locally you can reach your WildSafeBC community coordinator at: Crystal Leonard, WildSafeBC community coordinator (250-688-0561) invermere@ wildsafebc.com or radium@wildsafebc.com Bear Aware and WildSafeBC gratefully acknowledges funding by Columbia Basin Trust, the MOE and the Communities of Invermere and Radium. To report any aggressive deer or any wildlife sightings in our communities call the RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277.

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The Columbia Valley Community Foundation is accepting 2013 fall grant applications from registered charities which support projects that enhance the quality of life of Columbia Valley residents from Canal Flats to Spillimacheen.

Deadline for applications: October 31st, 2013 Granting guidelines and application forms available at www.valleyfoundation.ca

Communications congratulations The Regional District of East Kootenay was one of two winning municipalities of a Civic Engagement Best Practices award at the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) conference in Vancouver last week. The regional district’s “Regional Snapshot” emergency communication program, used during floods earlier this summer, involved the regional district sending out daily email updates on all flooding in the region. Pictured, left to right: (unknown UBCM presenter), RDEK board chair Rob Gay, Area E director Jane Walter, Area F director Wendy Booth, and newly-acclaimed UBCM president Rhona Martin.

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Lake Windermere Ambassadors bolstered by Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund Submitted by Dave Hilary Kootenay Conservation Program Editor’s note: this is the first in a six-part series about the Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund and projects it has been a part of in the region.

Because of myriad pressures on Lake Windermere from development and recreational use, the health of the waterway remains a concern for all residents, visitors and relevant government agencies.

Recognizing the need for updated scientific findings and study on the lake, and the need for continued study, the Lake SITE SPECIFIC — Lake ambassadors volunteer Gavin Jacobs speeds LWA program Windermere Ambassadors coordinator Kirsten Harma to one of three test sites on Lake Windermere. She uses a Photo submitted formed and for the past three GPS in order to find the same location each time. years the mostly volunteer-led been instrumental in helping to support a wide number organization has conducted reguof projects in the Columbia Valley that wouldn’t have lar water testing and monitoring of the lake.

Providing some of the funds for the project has been otherwise found funding.

While some funding amounts have been “small,” Mr. the Regional District of East Kootenay’s Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund (CVLCF), managed in Hillary noted, “Conservation impacts can be substantial.”

The fund collected by the Regional District of East partnership with the Kootenay Conservation Program Kootenay generates approximately $230,000 a year and (KCP) and derived from a $20 annual levy of properties in the valley supports between six and 12 projects annually.

“It’s been the right amount of money so far,” Mr. by the regional Hillary said. government.

It is volunteers who drive the lake ambassadors, Ms. Lake Windermere Ambassadors Harma said while riding south on Lake Windermere on program coordina- a calm, sunny mid-August morning.

Operating the boat was volunteer Gavin Jacobs, tor Kirsten Harma says the local con- ferrying her and a volunteer to three designated locations servation fund was on the lake where the lake ambassadors conduct a series instrumental in get- of tests: between Fort Point and Timber Ridge (the deepting the Ambassa- est part of the lake); off Windermere Creek; and near the dors started with an south end of the lake.

Ms. Harma conducts a series of tests, utilizing $18,000 grant. several thousand dollars in monitoring equipment at all “It was a huge component when three locations.

The strength in the monitoring work is the bigger we first started,” picture developed over time with a bank of data to conshe said.

Kootenay Con- sider, she said.

AQUATIC ASSISTANT — Koote“We can look at a number of things over time and nay Conservation Program manager servation Program then start to peel back the layers,” she said.

Dave Hillary lends a helping hand manager Dave Hillwhile Kirsten Harma conducts a ary said the conContinued on page 32 . . . series of tests.

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September 27, 2013

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 17

Dutch jazz bound for Station Pub

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff A jazz act will be taking the stage next week in Invermere, coming all the way from Amsterdam.

Dutch vocalist Norbert Kogging recorded his debut album two years ago while participating in a residency program at the Banff Centre for the Arts.

“That’s where it started for me, that winter residence,” Mr. Kogging told The Pioneer. Canada, particularly the western part, has remained dear to him and his band members ever since.

“It really works for us,” he said. “For me it’s an amazing place in the world, a really special place.”

The Invermere stop is one of several on the band’s second official tour in Canada (the first official Canadian tour was last year), with stops in both the western and eastern parts of the country. The band goes by the name KØGGING. The owners of the Station Pub are bringing in the band to mark their oneyear anniversary of ownership.

This show will be the band’s first stop in Invermere. During last year’s tour the band flew from Calgary to Vancouver and didn’t get a chance to drive through the Rockies, something Mr. Kogging was keen to do this time around.

“We made it happen this year,” he said, adding he chose to play Invermere’s Station Pub in particular on the recommendation of friends.

The atmosphere of a small mountain town, such as Invermere or Banff, creates a different vibe from the larger cities and smaller spaces (the Netherlands can be driven across in several hours) Mr. Kogging and his fellow band member are accustomed to — an atmosphere Mr. Kogging finds more conducive to creating music.

“It’s more quiet and you can really focus,” he said.

The band describes its music as singer-songwriter jazz, inspired by artists such as Brad Mehldau, John Mayer and David Linx. The band has some new songs to showcase on the tour, and will be recording its second album once they return to the Netherlands after the tour.

The other band members include Folkert Oosterbeek playing piano and rhodes, Tobias Nijboer on double bass and Felix Schlarmann on drums.

“It’s great to be able to build an audience in this beautiful country. Canada is really special to me and my musicians,” said Mr. Kogging in a press release.

The band will play the Station Pub on Tuesday, October 1st at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door.

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September 27, 2013

YOUR MONEY

When to use group life insurance

According to the TD Insurance Risky Business Poll conducted in 2010, 31 per cent of Canadians said they do not have life insurance. Of the 69 per cent who said they do have life insurance, it’s likely that many of them have group life insurance through an employer-sponsored benefits plan.

As employers usually bear the cost of their employee’s benefits plans, most people have group life insurance at no cost. This is obviously a good deal, and those employees with group benefits plans should be grateful to have them.

Many people find that as their family and debt obligations grow they require more life insurance, and might take an option through their group provider to increase their coverage and pay for the difference out-of-pocket.

This can be a good decision in some cases but in others, it can be a mistake. So, when should a person buy extra insurance through their group provider or pursue an individual life insurance policy?

Policy pricing Individual life insurance policies are priced according to the perceived risk of the insured dying before attaining average life expectancy. In order to assess the risk of each individual, the life insurance application must be completed, and paramedical, blood or urine samples may be collected. Once the insurance company is satisfied that it has received adequate information to render a

decision, an offer is made to the proposed insured, which may be lower, higher or equal to the price that was initially quoted by the life insurance company.

On the other hand, group insurance underwriters use an experience approach when setting their rates.

Rather than basing rates on each individual’s insurability, they group people together and set rates based on the risk of the group as a whole.

The main requirement is that the people in the group must be a part of the group for a reason other than life insurance; for example, they all work at the same company. This helps ensure the risk to the insurance company is spread out across a wide demographic, and as a result, there is usually no need to complete any medical requirements.

How to decide It should come as no surprise that those who are considered to be the healthiest candidates will be offered the most favourable pricing on individual insurance. As group providers do not ask medical questions, healthy people are charged the same as everyone else their age.

People who will need insurance coverage beyond their working years should also consider individual coverage, as group coverage typically ends with their employment.

Those who will likely benefit more from group coverage are those with serious health conditions. Some conditions may even render a person uninsurable for in-

dividual insurance; however, they could still be covered under group insurance.

Another consideration, particularly for people who live in towns like Invermere, is the potential impact of pastimes such as mountaineering and back-country skiing. Insurance companies view these activities as high risk and this opinion can sometimes play a factor in the cost of insurance, regardless of one’s health. This doesn’t necessarily mean that personal life insurance will be more expensive for alternative sporting enthusiasts, as it depends on a number of factors.

Generally, the rule of thumb is those who have no health issues and do not have any lifestyle factors that could be considered high risk will almost certainly get a better rate on individual insurance than optional group insurance.

Final thoughts In terms of insurance, having some is better than none at all. In fact, many people feel their employerpaid group coverage is sufficient for their needs.

If you have group life insurance but feel it isn’t enough, ask your Human Resources department at work about the option to buy additional insurance and get a quote from them. Then, get a quote from a financial advisor to see which is more favorable. Always ask questions and be informed to ensure you are making the best decision for your personal circumstances.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 19

Water flowing underground Watershed Wanderings

By Kirsten Harma Pioneer Columnist

in Athalmer draw water from as little as 10 feet (three metres) below the surface. Given how shallow the water underground is here, this area has been classified as “vulnerable” to pollution by the B.C. government, with measures to protect groundwater and connected surface water outlined in a 2012 Groundwater Protection Strategy for Invermere.

• Toby Benches: Solid rock here holds deposits of water. Some residents on the Toby Benches choose not to drink the water pulled from their wells because of naturally high levels of arsenic, which has entered the water from the surrounding rock.

• Windermere: Groundwater can be found throughout the floodplain of Windermere Creek as it flows out of the Rockies. Some landowners have reported higher turbidity in their well water when Windermere Creek has also been murky, but the extent of the connection between the creek and groundwater is still unknown.

Groundwater, though we can’t see it, is just as important a part of our watershed as our lakes and rivers.

Curious to learn more about our region’s groundwater? Give me a call about volunteering to measure groundwater levels: 250-341-6898.

When most of us think of water, it’s in glistening blue lakes or white rushing torrents flowing out of the mountains—or maybe just in a glass on our kitchen table. Mostly overlooked is the water right beneath our feet. That’s right, water actually exists right below us. In fact, at any given time, about 20 per cent of the world’s fresh water is underground.

Water underground, known as “groundwater,” is challenging to visualize. The ground we walk on, after all, is solid. Yet the ground is more like a sponge when it comes to water. There are spaces between the particles of sediment, or even in some kinds of rock, that allow water to move from the surface into underground storage spaces called aquifers. Aquifers can be just small pockets in rock, or vast areas as large as a province. They can be actively exchanging water with the surface, or mostly cut off from the surface by impenetrable rock.

Information in this article came from: We are lucky that water can be found underground.

• iMapBC – Wells’ Database Groundwater has fewer opportunities for becoming pol• www.LivingWaterSmart.ca luted than surface water, making it a great drinking water • Environmental Science: Groundwater – for Dummies source. In British Columbia, more than 750,000 people • Ministry of Environment - Groundwater use groundwater as their main drinking water source.

• Golder Associates (2012) District of Invermere Here in the Columbia Valley, groundwater is a pret- Groundwater Protection Strategy (invermerewater.ca) ty important water source. The District of Invermere • Golder Associates (2010) Background Review recently added groundwater to its water supply system and Conceptual Hydrogeological Model of the Deep (along with Paddy Ryan Lakes, located up Johnson Road Municipal Aquifer to the south of Invermere). Some residences and busi• Personal communications nesses in Athalmer, Windermere, Fairmont, and the • Wikipedia Toby Benches also draw groundwater from wells for their domestic use.

Kirsten Harma is the program co-ordinator for the No matter where you live in the Columbia Valley, Lake Windermere Ambassadors, and is contracted by you’ll be surprised to learn a few things about this hid- Living Lakes Canada for a groundwater monitoring study. den water resource.

• Invermere: A study commissioned by the District of Invermere found that there is a “deep aquifer” underlying the Columbia Valley. Underneath Lake Windermere, water is resting between particles of rocks and sand, as much as 260 feet (80 metres) below the ground surface. The scientists who conducted this study interpreted that the “deep aquifer” extends across the entire Columbia River Valley in the Invermere area, but have not concluded whether or not it exchanges water with Lake Windermere.

• Athalmer: Groundwater here is connected to Toby Creek. The sediment that AQUIFER ABYSS — A “deep aquifer” extends across the entire Cohas been flowing down Toby Creek for thou- lumbia River Valley in the Invermere area, but scientists haven’t yet consands of years now holds water just beneath cluded whether or not it exchanges water with Lake Windermere. the surface. Some industries and businesses Photo submitted

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Windermere District Farmers’ Institute

Abattoir Fundraising Auction Saturday, October 5, 2013

At the Windermere Saddle Club Riding Area at the Invermere Crossroads - beside the feed club

Auctioneer: Tex Lortscher 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.:

Viewing of concept plan for the Agricultural Park Pick up/ fill out / hand in “Name the Park” forms Viewing of auction items Musical entertainment & Cowboy Poetry 11:00 a.m.:

Auction (payment by cash or cheque only) Immediately after the auction:

Draw for Gift Certificate from “Name the Park” entries Sheep Dog Herding demonstration We are asking for your donation of auction items:

Bring your items to the Saddle Club Riding Arena on Friday, October 4, from 1:00 3:00 p.m., or drop them off at the Town & Country Feed Store during store hours.

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URBAN DEER MANAGEMENT Public Open House Council of the District of Invermere is holding a public opinion poll on November 2, 2013 to answer the following question: Do you approve Council of the District of Invermere to use a deer cull as one of the methods to control the urban deer population?

In order to provide the public with the information as it relates to urban deer management, Council is inviting all interested District of Invermere residents to attend a public open house.

The open house is scheduled for: Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2013 Time: 7 to 9 p.m.

Location: Council Chambers District of Invermere Municipal Office 914 8th Avenue If you have any questions, please contact the District of Invermere Office at 250-342-9281.

Your participation is greatly appreciated.

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September 27, 2013

Regional District of East Kootenay Be part of the community Be part of the excitement Be part of our team

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Columbia Valley Fire & Rescue is now recruiting and seeking both men & women of all ages to join.

It’s flexible, family-friendly, and fun!

The CV Fire & Rescue covers the Edgewater, Panorama, Windermere, and Fairmont areas.

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By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff • Peaks Danceworks in Invermere is getting a facelift, as the dance moves will be happening at their new location across from the Post Office on 12th Street.

Before renting space at the Desiderata Centre as an interim solution to hold summer camp programs, Peaks Danceworks was operating out of the white tent building adjacent to Highway 93/95 on Shuswap Band land.

“We’re really excited,” owner and artistic director Amanda Affonso told The Pioneer. “It’s a great dance space in terms of visibility in the community, and it had the square footage we were looking for.”

The new location will serve as the first full studio space Danceworks can call its own. With the new permanent space, the dance club can expand its services.

“Between Peaks Danceworks and Stages School of Dance, we’re offering classes throughout the week for those who are

interested in recreational dancing; examination programs for the more serious students; and for those looking for more of a challenge, we’re able to offer the competitive program,” she said.

Those interested in signing up or finding out more can call Amanda at 250-342-5002.

• Before making a trip out of town, or to plan a nice evening locally, many consumers first visit tripadvisor.ca , a popular website for reviewing hotels and restaurants.

A recent visit to the site refreshed the highest-ranking local eating establishments.

The best online reputations go to Casa Vino in Radium Hot Springs, From Scratch in Fairmont, and the Birchwood Restaurant in Invermere. (While Pynelogs Cafe in Invermere had the best overall rating, fewer reviews landed it in second place.)

Ninety-nine per cent of eaters would recommend Casa Vino, 96 per cent of reviewers recommend From Scratch, and Birchwood Restaurant lists a 90 per cent online recommendation.

Water System Flushing

Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge and Edgewater The Regional District of East Kootenay will be doing its annual water system and fire hydrant flushing throughout the month of September.

Users in Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge and Edgewater may notice temporary water discolouration for a short period of time.

If there is any discolouration of water, please run your cold water taps until the water is clear.

For more information on the flushing program, contact: Joel Bilodeau RDEK Senior Operator jbilodeau@rdek.bc.ca 1-250-342-0063

Regional District of East Kootenay www.rdek.bc.ca • info@rdek.bc.ca • 1-888-478-7335

Jubilant judokas Alex Monos (left) and Jeanette Riches of the Invermere Judo Club beam with pride after receiving their black belts and certificates on Monday, September 23rd.

The judokas passed their black belt kata exams during the summer, and their official documents and belts arrived just as the new judo season started last week.

Photo by Cathy Wigorski

September 27, 2013

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21

We live in bear country WildSafe Aware

By Crystal Leonard WildSafe Co-ordinator Wildlife Sightings in and around our communities: Invermere: • A large black bear was seen in a yard at the intersection of 10thAvenue and 17th Street.

• A black bear was seen in Pothole Park in Invermere early in the morning last weekend.

• Black bear droppings were found in a residential yard of the 1700 block of 13th Ave. Radium Hot Springs: • A black bear has been seen in Radium Hot Springs crossing Highway 93.

• Black bear droppings have been found in various locations on the Sinclair Trail.

The odds of seeing a bear in town or while hiking are ten times more likely in the fall than any other time of year. Bears are eating as much as they can to store up a massive amount of calories before they go to sleep for the winter.

This is the time of year we need to take extra precaution in storing our garbage securely, picking our fruit trees regularly, taking bird feeders down and leashing our dogs when hiking.

Over 500 bears are destroyed each year in B.C. due to human-bear conflicts; that’s a significant decrease from not too long ago, when there were over a 1,000 each year. Most often when bears consume garbage, they end up being destroyed.

When that happens, the number one question is, “Why was the bear not relocated?”. In most cases relocating bears does not work, because once a bear has become human-food conditioned, it is extremely difficult to change its behaviour.

As I have said in previous columns, the last thing Conservation Officers want to do is euthanize bears, and they look for every possible alternative before doing so.

In the case of conflict between bears and humans, prevention is the only real way to keep everyone safe.

It’s an easy solution: manage bear attractants (garbage, fruit trees, bird feeders, and pet food) so that bears can’t access them; then they will have no reason to remain in town and will avoid coming into conflict with us.

Another important thing to note is to not leave garbage cans visible because they are a visible cue for bears. Many bears have learned that they get food from garbage bins, and if a bear sees a bin on your patio or beside your house, that’s an invitation for the bear to see if there’s food for it to consume.

Because of the greater chance for everyone to encounter a bear, I thought I would take this opportunity to share some bear safety tips.

• Always be prepared: look for signs of bear activity, and carry bear spray.

• Educate yourself: know about your environment and local wildlife.

• Avoid encounters: make noise to warn wildlife and other trail users of your presence.

• If you encounter a bear, know how to react: stop, say something to identify yourself as human and not prey, stay calm, prepare your deterrent if necessary and back away slowly. Never turn your back to a bear and never run away.

Bear Aware and WildSafeBC gratefully acknowledges funding by Columbia Basin Trust, the MOE and the Communities of Invermere and Radium.

To report any aggressive deer or any wildlife sightings in our communities call the RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277 For more information on WildSafeBC contact: Crystal Leonard, WildSafeBC Community Coordinator (250-688-0561) invermere@wildsafebc.com or radium@wildsafebc.com For more solutions check out the WildSafeBC website www.wildsafebc.com

. . . ‘Backyard burning’ continued from page 8 Backyard burners are also encouraged to not leave fires unattended and to consider making a fuel break around larger-scale fires.

“People still have to be safe and follow the rules,” said Mr. Turner.

Those planning to do any large-scale industrial burning or conduct a grass burn more than 0.2 hectares must obtain a burn registration number ahead of time.

People who light, fuel or use an open fire when a fire prohibition is in place or fail to comply with

an open-fire prohibition may be fined $345 or — if convicted in court — be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced a year in jail, under the British Columbia Wildfire Act .

To report a wildfire, non-compliant open burning or an unattended campfire call 1-800663-5555 or dial *5555 on a cellphone.

For the latest information on fire activity, conditions and wildfire regulations, please visit the Wildfire Management Branch website at www. bcwildfire.ca .

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NOTICE TO RADIUM HOT SPRINGS WATER USERS The Village of Radium Hot Springs will commence hydrant flushing in Radium Hot Springs beginning October 7th through to October 18th, 2013.

Hydrant flushing is a preventative maintenance procedure done to ensure trouble-free operations of all our hydrants. This also gives the opportunity to flushwatermainsofanysedimentationbuildupthatmayhaveoccurredduring normal operations. Residents may be faced with a temporary discoloration of their water supply. Chlorine levels will be increased during this period to ensure that safe drinking water is being supplied at all times. Chlorine levels will return to normal when flushing procedures are completed.

The Village apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this operation. For further information please telephone the Village office at 250-347-6455.

Ken McDonell, Public Works Superintendent

Scholarships for College/University students pursuing careers in health related fields 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.

Applications will be received until October 31st, 2013.

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

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September 27, 2013 TURNING THE PAGE — Long-time Invermere librarian Liz Robinson will have the time to read some of her favourite books, now that she’s retiring after three decades spent working at the library.

from the Waite Family Steve, Joanne, Alyssa, Andrea and Derek would like to THANK everyone who came out to the wonderful Golf Fundraiser on Sept 15th that was in honour of Steve, who is battling brain cancer. Even though we do not reside in Invermere, our roots, love and support still do and we are blessed to have so many family and friends who care for us in the valley and beyond.

Thank you to the Hole Sponsors – Hart Roofing Ltd; Toby Creek Adventures; Bill Croft & Nora Efford; Kootenay Savings Credit Union; Cabin Care; Shelley & Adrian Messerli; Country Heating & Air; Mountain of Hope; Debbie & Christian Twomney; David Laine; Dennis & Adrienne Laine; Ben & Shauna Sillem; McNeil Mowing; Mountain Metals; Leanne Beddie; Joanne & Rob Gray; Don & Laurie Stober; Rainbow Restorations & Greg Langton (Hole in One).

Thank you to the beautiful ladies and men who purchased wine for the wine draw. Thank you to the following organizations/ companies and people for the live & silent auction items – Brian Hoffos; Scott Boker; Lawrence Godlien; Leslie Rowan; Huckleberry’s Restaurant; Windermere Valley Golf Course; Copper Point Golf Course; Wayne Walker; Bliss; Patty Auger; Alice Hale; Edgewater Hilltop Par 3; Art Ukass; Mary Lawrie; Rachael Godlien; Helga Boker; Columbia Cycle; Babin Air; Finishing Touch Lawn Care; Dwayne & Linda Spence; Frances Jamieson; Darcy & Kathy Reynolds; Ben & Shauna Sillem; Cathy Howard; Saunder Family Farm; The Trading Post; Angela Morgan; Bavin Glassworks; Rowena Sinha; Paul Rymer; Joanne Klein; Julia Oaks; Jason Smith; Brayenna Murray; Laine Gibbie; Frank Bitonti; Winderberry Nursery; Pineridge Mountain Resort; Mary Frances Shaw; Dale Moore; Rod & Denise Kashuba; Lexie McIntosh; Walkers Repair; Randy & Cynthia Funkhouser; Blackstar; Richard Ashton; Nicole & Kevin Nelson, Renice Oaks & Kim Frocklage.

We want to especially send our thanks to Dale Moore and the Windermere Valley Golf Course, Kari and her staff for the great dinner, Bill Cropper, Kurt Reichel and Brian Rogers (for playing excellent music) and Bill for his Auctioneer skills. Most importantly to our good friends who initiated and put on this excellent event for us – Kim Frocklage, Pam Frocklage, Teena Godlien, Nicole Barsby and Mom (Helga Boker).

Thank you as well to all those people who provided financial donations to us as well –your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated.

Love from the Waite Family – Embrace Life!

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PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR 2014 Applications may be submitted by organizations which might be eligible for a Permissive Tax Exemption at the Municipal Office, 8866 Grainger Road.

A Permissive Tax Exemption is a means for Council to support organizations within the community which further council’s objectives of enhancing quality of life and delivering of services economically.

A Permissive Tax Exemption is strictly at the discretion of the Village of Canal Flats Council.

The application are for a full or partial tax exemption for 2014 property taxes as per regulations set out in the Community Charter.

To be eligible, nature of the organization must be: • Not for profit organization • Charitable or philanthropic oranization • An athletic or service club or association • Partner of the municipality by agreement under s.225 of the Community Charter • Other local authority • Organization eligible under s.220 statutory exemption (eg public worship, senior home) Deadline for the receipt of applications is October 8, 2013 Please call our office at 250-349-5462 if you require any additional information.

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Librarian checks out

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff The Invermere Library has recently lost an invaluable asset, as library director Liz Robinson has retired after more than three decades at the community hub.

Beginning her library career in Golden, Ms. Robinson brought her experience to Invermere in 1981, when she began filling in as a part-time librarian. In 1984, she assumed the post of library director, which she duly served in until Friday, July 19th, 2013.

While she enjoyed helping all of the clients at the library, the younger readers left the strongest impression.

“I loved watching children come into the library when it was story time, when they would just burst through the door they were so excited,” she told The Pioneer.

Referencing a literary favourite of local librarians, The Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians, Ms. Robinson found the comical interpretation to be truthful as to how the staff were able to improve children’s desire and ability to read, as well as their love for books.

“I love the relationship with the children,” she said. “I love seeing that lightbulb come on when you see a child come into the library and take books off the shelf.”

And there couldn’t be a better place for her to serve as a librarian than Invermere.

“You feel like a rockstar or a superhero when you meet children and see them around as a librarian in a small town,” she said. “I loved going swimming in Windermere at the beach and swimming out to the raft, and hearing a little girl say, ‘Daddy, it’s the librarian!’”

There have also been children at the grocery store who have stopped to ask Ms. Robinson why she was there, who assumed she spends her entire life at the library.

Though she’s no longer on the job, she looks forward to running into readers around town.

“I would make sure that people do stop me on the street when they see me and tell me what they’re reading and what they’re doing,” she said. “Because that’s something I would really miss – everyday, talking with people about what they’re reading, and making recommendations both ways.”

Ms. Robinson won’t be leaving the valley, she said, but will be engaging in what she called literary therapy, “reading all those books that I haven’t had a chance to read.”

While she’ll always have her favourite books by her side, Ms. Robinson will no longer make daily interaction with colleague Virginia Walker, whom she said she’ll greatly miss.

“We’ve worked for 24 years, she’s been there since 1989 — working with her everyday is what I’ll miss most,” she said.

And with the advent of e-books and the ever-increasing popularity of the internet, Ms. Robinson sees a bright future for community libraries.

“What I love about libraries is they’re always the first to start offering those sorts of services to people, and I think it will continue,” she said. “It’s wonderful that we’re able to offer e-books and audio books to people free of charge, and I’m not at all surprised that libraries were the first to take that on.”

So as libraries continually adapt to technological progress while presenting the face of their communities, Ms. Robinson is ready to begin her well-deserved retirement.

“I loved working in the library for that many years,”she said. “But it’s time to have younger people in there.”

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. . . ‘Water confusion’ from page 3 Other councillors agreed district staff will be exceptionally busy during the next six weeks in the build-up to the referendum on the new community centre and that staff should probably look into this item once the referendum is done.

All councillors agreed that district staff should look into and report back on how much work it would take to make the SCADA date publicly available on an on-going and regular basis and how much it might cost, but that this report should be done on a timeline of the staff’s discretion.

Open houses to precede poll question The district will hold several open houses in the lead-up to the referendum on the new community centre (which also has a separate opinion poll question on the deer cull). The referendum is slated for Saturday, November 2nd.

There will be an open house at the district office specifically on the deer cull question on Wednesday, October 2nd from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. There will be two open houses on the new community centre question at the existing community hall on Wednesday, October 9th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Wednesday, October 16th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Wednesday, October 9th open house will have free pizza.

The district is still looking for scrutineers for the referendum.

Issues get traction at UBCM Council also talked at the September 24th meeting about the recent Union of British Columbia Municipalities (better known as UBCM) convention in Vancouver. Representatives from Invermere were able to meet with Premier Christy Clark and Forest, Lands and Natural Resources Operations minister Steve Thomson, among others.

The Invermere representatives brought up the urban deer population problems, the loss of the dialysis unit, community forests and the attempts to get various stakeholder groups in the valley together to draw up the Columbia Valley Recreation Access Council’s backcountry access plan.

“The dialysis unit — it doesn’t seem there’s going to be any luck there,” said Mr. Taft, adding that the talk about the deer issue, however, went well.

“It was a good meeting, both the premier and the minister seemed to realize it’s an issue and I think they seemed inclined to take some kind of action,” he said.

“They’re pretty aware something needs to be done.”

Deer lawsuit court dates set On a related note, the Invermere Deer Protection Society’s lawsuit against the district finally has a court date — October 10th and 11th in Vancouver.

The society filed a civil lawsuit against the district in February 2012, alleging the district hadn’t done proper research and hadn’t adequately consulted the public before deciding on culling about 100 deer.

The society also got an injunction from the Supreme Court of B.C. which temporarily halted the cull. Only 19 deer where killed as part of the cull before the district’s provincial permit for the cull expired.

The district has incurred about $36,000 in legal costs relating to the lawsuit so far.

A principal in the Deer Protection Society’s lawsuit against the district was found guilty in mid-2012 of insider trading along with his wife by the Ontario Securities Commission, leaving the couple owing a total of more than a million dollars to various entities in that case.

Mr. Taft expressed concern at the time about potential implications for the deer cull lawsuit, particularly whether the district would be able to recoup its costs if it won the lawsuit, given that the principal already owed so much to other people and organizations.

“Eventually we got them to post security, so that if the district does win, we can get at least some of the money spent on legal fees back,” Mr. Taft had previously told the Pioneer. “We’re looking forward to this trial, to getting this thing solved.”

Mr. Taft had said the district is confident it’s legally in the right.

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September 27, 2013

Rockies player profile

#11 Josh Haley

Stewards of the shoreline Invermere’s Jed Cochrane and his daughter Juliette took part in the Lake Windermere Foreshore Fall Call, where a handful of participants spent the morning of Saturday, September 21st tidying the shores of the Kinsmen Beach and James Chabot Beach.

Photo submitted by Kirsten Harma

Josh is a 20-year-old veteran of the Columbia Valley Rockies. The right-winger arrived in the Valley in December 2011 from the Chase Heat.

Prior to that season he had played in the Calgary Minor Hockey system for the Calgary Buffalos double A team. Josh got off to an early start to the game learning to skate when he was three and playing hockey at the age of four. His father Tom has had the greatest influence on him and was his long time coach. Tom and Josh’s mom PJ regularly attend games in

Invermere.

Josh had a tough decision to make in the summer – should he get started on his post-secondary education or play out his final year of eligibility for junior hockey?

“When I thought about this team, the atmosphere here, the fans and the town itself, I knew I had to do one more year,” he said. He likes what he calls the fishbowl effect of small-town living and is very grateful for the opportunity to live in the Valley and play with the Columbia Valley Rockies.

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Wheeled weekend in motion During the first weekend of the autumn sea- student Conal gives the peace sign as he passes son, residents and tourists in the valley saw no Rocky Mountain Avenue during the Terry Fox need to stop enjoying the great outdoors. Clock- Run. Above, sisters Danika, left, and Taylor from wise from the top, an overview shot catches a few Calgary have some wheels of their own to showdozen of the hundreds of enviable vehicles that case at the 2013 Autumn Show and Shine. were on display at the Columbia Valley Classics Photos by Dan Walton execpt where otherwise 24th Annual Car Show ‘n’ Shine in Radium Hot mentioned.

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Windermere Elementary are quick to at the Invermere & District Curling Club. start the Terry Fox Run after attendSnacks and refreshments available. ing an assembly which highlighted Come and bring your curling friends. the importance of their efforts. Bottom left, Windermere Elementary

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DISTRICT DISTRICT OF OF INVERMERE INVERMERE

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

NOTICE OF TAX SALE Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale by public auction to be held at the Council Chambers, District of Invermere, 914- 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. on Monday September 30, 2013 at 10 a.m. M.S.T. unless the delinquent taxes plus interest are sooner paid.

FOLIO NUMBER

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

P.I.D.

CIVIC ADDRESS

UPSET PRICE

FOLIO NUMBER

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

P.I.D.

CIVIC ADDRESS

UPSET PRICE

00801.121

LOT: 21; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-629

$3,019.41

00801.123

LOT: 23; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-645

$3,049.31

00801.124

LOT: 24; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-653

$3,010.14

00801.125

LOT: 25; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-661

$2,974.18

00801.126

LOT: 26; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-670

$2,974.18

00801.127

LOT: 27; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-688

$2,974.18

00149.030

LOT: 1; PLAN NUMBER: NEP72228; DISTRICT LOT: 216; Except Plan NES2500.

025-523-678

701 14A CRES

$13,982.87

00149.050

LOT: 3; PLAN NUMBER: NEP72228; DISTRICT LOT: 216;

025-523-694

14A CRESCENT

$8,984.34

00150.832

LOT: 17; PLAN NUMBER: NES2143; DISTRICT LOT: 375; TOGETHER WITH AN INTEREST IN THE COMMON PROPERTY

026-277-417

4 - 200 10TH AVE

$5,895.83

LOT: 3; PLAN NUMBER: NEP74923; DISTRICT LOT: 7158; Except Plan NEP75975 NEP80168 & NEP85798.

025-843-389

00801.045

LOT: 45; PLAN NUMBER: NEP80168; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

026-564-467

2534 COBBLESTONE $3,810.93 TRAIL

00801.128

027-374-696

$2,974.18

00801.060

LOT: 60; PLAN NUMBER: NEP80168; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

026-564-611

2301 CASTLESTONE $2,4982.43 BLVD

LOT: 28; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.129

027-374-700

$2,974.18

00801.102

LOT: 2; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-432

$3,028.99

LOT: 29; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.130

027-374-718

$3,007.85

00801.103

LOT: 3; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-441

$3,072.69

LOT: 30; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.131

027-374-726

$3,008.61

00801.108

LOT: 8; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-491

$3,028.99

LOT: 31; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.132

027-374-734

$2,988.37

00801.110

LOT: 10; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-513

$3,028.23

LOT: 32; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.133

027-374-742

$2,954.62

00801.111

LOT: 11; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-521

$2,956.92

LOT: 33; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.135

027-374-769

$2,954.62

00801.112

LOT: 12; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-530

$2,984.53

LOT: 35; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.136

027-374-777

$2,974.18

00801.113

LOT: 13; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-548

$3,019.41

LOT: 36; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.137

027-374-785

$3029.77

00801.114

LOT: 14; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-556

$3,006.32

LOT: 37; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.139

027-374-807

$2828.16

00801.115

LOT: 15; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-564

$3,006.32

LOT: 39; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.140

027-374-815

$2872.61

00801.116

LOT: 16; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-572

$2,986.83

LOT: 40; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.141

027-374-823

$2749.19

00801.117

LOT: 17; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-581

$3,006.32

LOT: 41; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.142

027-374-831

$2788.28

00801.118

LOT: 18; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-599

$3,019.41

LOT: 42; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.143

027-374-840

$2788.28

00801.119

LOT: 19; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-602

$3,019.41

LOT: 43; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.144

027-374-858

$2905.58

00801.120

LOT: 20; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-611

$3,006.32

LOT: 44; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

00801.145

LOT: 45; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-866

$2850.73

00800.010

$2,6322.38

September 27, 2013

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 27

Family Resource Centre seeking input

DISTRICT DISTRICT OF OF INVERMERE INVERMERE

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

By Denny Neider Family Resource Centre

NOTICE OF TAX SALE FOLIO NUMBER

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

P.I.D.

CIVIC ADDRESS

UPSET PRICE

00801.146

LOT: 46; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-874

$2,813.17

00801.149

LOT: 49; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-904

$2,846.16

00801.151

LOT: 51; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-921

$2,853.82

00801.152

LOT: 52; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-939

$2,739.24

00801.153

LOT: 53; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-947

$2,739.24

00801.154

LOT: 54; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-955

$2,813.17

00801.155

LOT: 55; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-374-963

$2,807.82

00801.159

LOT: 59; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-375-005

$3,125.98

00801.160

LOT: 60; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-375-013

$2,986.83

00801.161

LOT: 61; PLAN NUMBER: NEP85798; DISTRICT LOT: 7158;

027-375-021

$1,891.77

Any person upon being declared the successful bidder must immediately pay by cash or certified cheque a minimum of not less than the upset price. Failure to pay this amount will result in the property promptly being offered for sale again. Any balance must be paid by cash or certified cheque by 3 p.m. the same day. Failure to pay the balance will result in the property being offered for sale again at 10 a.m. on the following day.

The District of Invermere makes no representation express or implied as to the condition or quality of the properties being offered for sale. Prospective purchasers are urged to inspect the properties and make all necessary inquiries to municipal and other government departments and in the case of strata lots to the strata corporation, to determine the existence of any bylaws, restrictions, charges or other conditions which may affect the value or suitability of the property.

The purchase of a tax sale property is subject to tax under the Property Transfer Tax Act on the fair market value of the property.

Karen L. Coté Director of Finance

What do you take for granted? There are probably lots of things such as walking, talking, seeing, hearing, eating easily, sleeping comfortably, playing, hiking, biking, swimming, maybe skiing, golfing, or even hang gliding.

How about going to school, getting an education, writing, getting a job, getting married, having kids, taking vacations, or retiring. Add owning a home, driving a car, holding a baby, cultivating a garden, going to the movies, using a computer, taking pictures, playing card games, and… well, make your own list.

There are thousands of everyday things most of us never give much thought to in our every day course of events. For most of us, these are “normal” activities we choose to do and can do. However, thousands of Canadians, many living in the Columbia Valley, actually find many of these everyday activities to be quite a challenge. Indeed, some are impossible.

Because of one’s particular genetic code, or environmental exposures in one’s lifetime, these so-called “normal” activities become constant challenges. They simply can’t be done without incredible effort and most often only with help, if at all.

Consider what a temporary flu can do to our abilities to function. At least we can get over it in a few days and resume a regular life. But, what if your every day was met with constant challenges to mobility, intellectual comprehension, social interaction, education, employment, and survival? This is the reality for many in our country, with all its opportunities and one of the highest standards of life in the world.

There are those who meet these challenges every day right here in the Columbia Valley. They may live with the complications of cerebral palsy, or are confined to a wheelchair as a quadriplegic. Perhaps their mirror of the world is reflected through autism, or clinical depression. Just maybe their body is slowly giving way to the toll of Parkinsons Disease or Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Hundreds of conditions present their individual challenges, and each of us may face such challenges in an uncertain future.

Fortunately, Canada is a generous country. A multitude of governmental and nongovernmental agencies exist to assist and support those in need. It wasn’t that many years ago when people with disabilities, whether physical, cognitive, or emotional, had to depend entirely on the compassionate care of close immediate or extended family members. Today’s families are most often still the primary caregivers, devoting their entire life to the special needs of a loved one. The task can be daunting, relentless, never-ending, selfless, often met with frustrations, and always tiring.

The Family Resource Centre of Invermere, with the generous support of the Columbia Basin Trust is undertaking an assessment of community services available in the area for people with diverse abilities (disabilities). The goal is to identify gaps in services and to develop an action plan that will address opportunities and deficiencies. Ultimately, primary caregivers can be better supported in their efforts.

People living with disabilities can live their lives to the fullest, contributing their gifts and skills to society. The Diversabilities Project is seeking input from parents, caregivers, families and service providers for individuals with diverse abilities, as well as from the individuals themselves.

The Family Resource Centre of Invermere requests that all those people and agencies above participate in this project and make their views known. Be assured, all contributions will be given in strict confidence. No one will be personally identified in the review submissions. No personal names will be referenced in the final report. All who participate will receive a copy of the final report and will be invited to a briefing before general release.

Become involved — all contributions will be received through a personal, short interview at the most convenient location for you.

Please contact the Family Resource Centre of Invermere, in person at 1317 – 7th Avenue, or by phone at 250-342-5566, and volunteer your views and opinions. As the research consultant to this study, I will make personal arrangements to meet with you.

This is a beautiful valley in which to live. Let’s do our best to be inclusive of all who live here in making their life as complete and rewarding as possible.

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September 27, 2013

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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

Service is our business!

Vac Truck Services

1-855-DIG-6410

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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.

Radium Hot Springs Esso

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

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HERE TO SERVE YOU LAMBERT-KIPP

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Come in and browse our giftware

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

Darrel Anderson

250-342-6612

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)

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

Trevor Hayward (Owner/Operator)

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Quality Work • Bobcat • Mini Excavator • Dump Trailer • Landscaping • Rockwalls • Patios • Site Prep • Post Holes

Daren Noble 250-341-5886

Serving the entire Valley

Patryk Jagiello STAIN/LACQUER/PAINT INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

Your search for quality and dependability ends with us.

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

Dean Hubman

Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net

250-342-3052

build your foundation

5” CONTINUOUS GUTTER SIDING, SOFFIT, FASCIA & WINDOW CAPPING

(250) 270-0345 (403) 870-7558

Darcy Tagg

in Calgary since 2002 in Invermere since 2004

Cell 250-417-6617 Tel. 250-422-3002 Email peakexteriors.tagg@gmail.com

Patco Developments Ltd. PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS

Automotive Repairs 7 days a week

Residential & Commercial Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

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

GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL Freight & Passenger Depot

Fax: 250-342-9644 rugclean@telus.net

www.ptarmigan-invermere.com

7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

(250) 347-9726

building & renos

PO Box 90 Wasa BC V0B 2K0

RADIUM HOT SPRINGS ESSO

Cell: 250-342-5241

(250) 341-1083 golocal@originbrand.ca

Toll Free: 877-342-3052

Certified Technician

Peak Exteriors

patco_dev@shaw.ca

Bus: 250-342-9692

250-342-5800

(250) 341-7283

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

rfealarms@shaw.ca

Local company, local service.

250-342-6549

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HERE TO SERVE YOU ROSS‛S POOLS & SPAS

SHOLINDER & MACKAY EXCAVATING Inc.

Commercial – Residential Installation – Maintenance – Repairs

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

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

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

WINDERMERE 250-342-6805

Skandia Concrete

Kootenay Paving

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

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

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

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 Fully Insured & WCB Covered

Chimney and Eavestrough Cleaning and Repair Specialists

You name it!

I’ll take care of it!

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

Scott Wilisky

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

OVER

30

YEARS EXPERIENCE

New Home Construction

stwcarpentry@live.ca • cell 250 270 0745

• Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems Call for your FREE consultation and estimate

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 Your Weekly Source for News and Events

Kitchen cabinet & counter top SpecialiStS

N E W S PA P E R

Westridge Cabinets Dealer ~ Granite and Quartz Counter Tops

#8, 1008 - 8th Avenue PO Box 868, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Dean Midyette

Advertising Sales

Come visit our showroom,

Ph: 250.341.6299 • Cell: 250.409.9834 www.columbiavalleypioneer.com dean@cv-pioneer.com

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

VJ (Butch) Bishop Owner/Operator

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

Judy: (250) 341-1903

■ Lockout Service ■ Lake Recovery ■ 24 Hour Towing ■ Prompt Service

Also offering FREE year-round pickup of unwanted vehicles

www.valleysolutions.ca valleysolutions@shaw.ca

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

• Excavators • Mini-Excavators • Bobcats • Dump Trucks • Water Trucks • Compaction Equipment • Snow Plow • Sanding Equipment • Crane Truck • Mobile Pressure Washing & Steam Cleaning • Underground Services • Site Prep & Demolition • Road Building • Land Clearing • Controlled Burning • Rock Walls • Rip Rap • Top Soil • Sand & Gravel

CONTRACT OR HOURLY MACHINE RENTALS AVAILABLE

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

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. . . ‘Ambassadors bolstered’ from page 16 KCP’s Mr. Hillary and administrative assistant Duncan Whittick accompanied Ms. Harma on this day, part of a program audit required to ensure the project is progressing as planned.

Each project that receives funding must present two annual reports and occasionally host a field-audit.

Included in the audit was a look at the shoreline restoration work the Lake Windermere Ambassadors have undertaken at the southeast end of Invermere’s Kinsmen Beach.

The work came about as a result of a shoreline inventory completed by the East Kootenay Integrated Lake Management Partnership.

‘The section of beach was identified as having moderate habitat values and as being somewhere where restoration could increase ecological value,” Ms. Harma said, explaining why the location was chosen.

The lake ambassadors have worked extensively with the District of Invermere on the project. It has included physical works to prevent erosion and planting of native plants with the goal of improving fish and wildlife habitat value.

About $30,000 has been spent in the past two years, with close to that amount of “in-kind” services and ma-

terials received, Ms. Harma said, adding she believes the work will educate many lakeside property owners and hopefully spur some of them to follow suit.

The time remains perfect for the LWA’s work to continue, Ms. Harma said.

“The issues haven’t gone away because the boom ended,” she said, referring to the slow down of development around the lake since 2008.

There remains a strong need for watershed governance, expanded lake stewardship, monitoring and education, Ms. Harma said, pointing out Lake Windermere is PAPERWORK — Kirsten Harma explain one of the several tests that she or volunstill a beautiful and healthy lake, teers perform and outlines how readings change at the three usual test sites. even if much of its shoreline has Photo submitted been impacted.

“But it’s not going to stay this to-find funds for such projects as the LWA. way on its own,” she cautioned, adding she is thankful the CVLCF is available to help with the always-difficultFor more information, go to www.lakeambassadors.ca .

Your Local COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE Professionals Wende Brash

Buying or selling…

Your greatest investment is worth a second opinion!

Cell: 250•341•1395 Toll Free: 1•888•258•9911 pglassford@telus.net www.PaulGlassford.com

Broker/Owner

RE/MAX Invermere

Glenn Pomeroy

Independently Owned and Operated

MaxWell Realty Invermere 926-7th Avenue, Invermere, BC

Cell: (250) 270-0666 Office: (250) 341-6044 Fax: 866-600-0673

glennpomeroy@shaw.ca

1022B - 7th Avenue, Box 459 Invermere BC V0A 1K0 E-mail: wendebrash@telus.net Fax: 250-342-9611

Office: 250-342-6505 • Cell: 250-342-1300

HERE TO SERVE YOU Sales ~ Service ~ Installation

UNIVERSAL DOORS & EXTERIORS Arnold Scheffer 250-342-6700

unidoorext@live.ca • unidoorext.ca

Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential

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Foundation Repair Basement Development

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PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS 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

AUCTION MOVING

AUCTION FURNITURE • TOOLS • OUTDOOR ITEMS • CAMPER-TRAILER • CANOE • HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2013 11:00 A.M. SHARP!

on location at 4893 Hewitt Road, Edgewater, B.C. for listings and pictures go to www.highcountryauctions.net

or call Tex at

250-341-5316

S OBITUARY S Alice Jean Irvine 1932 - 2013

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and cousin at the age of 81 years on Monday, Sept. 16, 2013. Alice was happiest spending time with family, particularly her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and she will be remembered for her wry sense of humour and her ready smile. She left an impression on everyone who knew her and Alice will be truly missed.

Left to Cherish her memory are her children Debbie (Glen) and Brenda (Dan), her grandchildren Jodi (Leo), Shawn, Nevin, Alison and Jenny, her greatgrandchildren Taylor, Reece and Cohen and her sister Mary (Terry) who all loved her dearly.

A special thank you to all of the caring staff at Columbia House in Invermere where Alice spent the last few years.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Alice’s name to Columbia House, P.O. Box 2069, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0.

A celebration of life ceremony will be held at Copper Point Resort in Invermere on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.

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

GARAGE SALES

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Avon garage sale, Sat. Sept. 28th, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 410 Third Ave.

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 250-342-8255.

Jeers to the wait staff in restaurants who jeer customers who don’t leave tips. Have they considered that maybe it is the one time we get to go out and we saved up all year for this one occasion. If tips are what you expect then let the greed go, you may get more in the end if you don’t expect it.

Cheers to the parents who register their children in programs. Jeers to the parents who register their children and then don’t bring them.

My children couldn’t join because the no-shows took the would-be free spots.

House sale: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beds, leather chairs, tables, art, etc. 7560 Jackson, Radium. Last property, south end of Jackson. Come on by. ¯

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.

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

Jeers to the people who steal toys off of the Windermere beach. I left my daughters toys here last week as many children were playing and sharing and I thought we could pick them up the next day and someone took all the toys except the broken ones. Shame on you.

Cheers to all my neighbors in Windermere who produce, market and prepare fruit, veggies and flowers for all of us to enjoy. We all appreciate your hard work and dedication.

Cheers to everyone who helped and participated in the Museum’s Children’s Program. The children loved the program and you all helped in making the program a big success. Hope we can do it again next year.

Cheers to Brian and Linda at Valley Alley/Lucky Strike Gas for helping us get those Chinese Lanterns.

Cheers to Marianne for being the best seamstress in the Kootenay’s.

S OBITUARY S

Cheers to the Ford family for their hospitality in Regina over the weekend! You have a wonderful family. It was greatly appreciated and happy to hear you keep up with our town through The Pioneer every week.

Cheers to Marlene Chabot Photography for going above and beyond.

CHEERS! To Erla and her beautiful paintings. Your kindness is much appreciated!

Cheers to Walter White. You will be missed!

ANNOUNCEMENT

Susan Eleanor Engelbracht (nee Buckle) 1944 - 2013

Susan Engelbracht passed away peacefully with family by her side after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Friday, September 20th, 2013 Invermere, BC, at the age of 69.

Sue was born April 7th, 1944 in Vancouver, BC. She was well known by many people in the valley as a long-time school teacher. Sue came to Invermere when she was 19 to pursue her first teaching job. After more than 30 years she retired from her love of teaching to follow her many passions that included skiing, hiking, curling and travelling. She was also an avid volunteer in the community. One of her greatest joys was spending time with her family, especially her grandkids and all the trips they made to Nana’s house to appreciate her pancakes, the park across from her house and all her silly games!

Sue is remembered and forever loved by her family and many special friends, especially her skiing, curling, hiking and teacher groups. She is survived by her long-time loving companion, Henry “Hank” Newcomen, her son Ahren (Cynthia), daughter Megan (Jeff), her 4 grandchildren Daniella & Miley Engelbracht and Harrison & Griffin Hubert, and her 3 brothers Rex, Ted and Ron Buckle. She is pre-deceased by her father and mother Percy & Eleanor Buckle.

Ahren and Megan would like to thank all her friends for their love and support as well as the doctors, nurses and staff at the Invermere and District Hospital.

Sue’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 5th at 11:00 am at the Invermere Community Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Ovarian Cancer Canada, Pacific - Yukon Regional Office, #330, 470 - Granville Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 1V5.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

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

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

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CHEERS & JEERS

LOST AND FOUND

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

Cheers to EVERYONE who gives unconditionally without want of recognition. I believe that the majority of this seemingly dying breed of human can be spotted by their genuinely broad and sunny smile. I applaud you all!

Lost: Blue tool caddy with electronical tools on 15th Ave. If found please call 250-342-3178.

Windermere: Upper Hilltop Road.

1-bdrm walkout basement suite. $675/mo., utilities included. 250342-3790.

Lovely large 2-bdrm suite in Invermere with private entrance.

Very close to downtown and schools.

W/D, F/S, $650/mo plus utilities.

Available. Jeff 250-688-1105.

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.

Cheers to the people who help me across the crosswalk, offer me rides and those who entertain me with laughter and jokes. This Valley is full of wonderful, helpful people.

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

Lost prescription Rayban sunglasses, Fri. Sept. 20th, possibly along Toby Creek dog walking trail, call 250-342-1641

Cheers to Green Leaf Tree Services Quick, Professional and right on quote. A satisfied customer.

Jeers to the slaughterhouse! Why at the crossroads? I sure don’t want to drive by that every day, gross!

Cheers to all who came out to participate in this years Terry Fox Run, to the organizers, and to all those who made pledges. Together we CAN outrun cancer.

Cheers to my wonderful husband on our 25th wedding anniversary.

Cheers to Duncan Whittick and his wonderful team at the Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN) for organizing the Environmental Education Expo Event in Radium held Friday, September 20. It was great! All the best from your friends at FrogskinU…where we’re helping kids grow up consumer savvy and money smart.

Cheers to Brandon and Kevin at O.K. Tire for helping me with my tire sensor fault. You are always so friendly and helpful. Your service is excellent.

Lost: Red seat for ATV, on 10th Ave. or Athalmer Rd. or Gypsum Mine Rd. Call 250-341-6959.

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 Bldg., 250 - 300 sq. ft. each.

All new, available immediately.

Phone 250-342-5805.

Workshop or warehouse 1,500 sq. ft., heated, loading dock, two overhead doors, Invermere Industrial park, 250-346-3011 or 250-342-5297.

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

Cheers to Blaine at On-Line Automotive for accepting used oil and filters.

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.

LOST AND FOUND

SUITE FOR RENT

Found: a pretty high-tech looking cycling speedometer on highway 93-95 on Saturday near the bowling alley. Check in at the Pioneer/Valley Echo Office.

Invermere: 1-bdrm walkout, partially furnished, single occupancy, walk to downtown, N/S, N/P, no W/D, D.D. required. $500/mo includes hydro. 250-342-7430.

Cheers to the person who found my keys and handed them into The Pioneer. It is greatly appreciated!

Invermere: affordable 1-bdrm and 2-bdrm apartments. $600 - $800/ mo. Includes all utilities. 250-3411182.

Radium: 4-bdrm, 2-bath basement suite. W/D, N/P, N/S, no partiers. $1,100/mo, + utilities. References required. 250-342-6010.

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.

250-270-0729.

Look up to a higher standard with our classified ads.

Pioneer Classifieds

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.

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

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.

Sunny, walk out bungalow in Wilder subdivision, available in Oct. Close to town and Kinsman beach. It has 3-bdrm, 2-bath, and new open plan kitchen. Large yard and parking area. One covered parking spot. N/S, N/P . Asking $1200/mo. Furnished option available. Term negotiable.

Contact Gord: 403-808-1995.

FOR RENT INVERMERE

Lake Windermere Pointe.

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

WILDER SUB-DIVISION: 2 bdrm. furnished suite at $1100 incl. heat/electricity.

UPPER LAKEVIEW:

Furnished 3 bdrm. home at $1400 plus utilities. No pets or smoking.

N E W S PA P E R

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

Eric or Dave 250-342-4040

FirstChoiceRentals.ca

1 bdrm walkout basement suite, partially furnished. Prefer mature adult. N/S, N/P. $600/mo plus D.D. Includes all utilities and easy access to all amenities. 250-342-9328.

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

References required. Long term. NP, NS. Call 250-409-9801.

Invermere, Castlerock 2-bdrm, new, bright, private, basement suite. References required. $895/ mo hydro included. W/D, N/P, N/S, 250-342-3381.

Invermere suite for rent. 2-bdrm, 1-bath. Available immediately. N/S, N/P, D/W, W/D (Negotiable). $745/ mo + utilities. Please call Juliana at Mountain Creek Properties. 250341-6003.

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.

Fully furnished 3-bdrm house in Windermere, available for rent effective October 1st, 2013 - May 31st, 2014. Basic cable and utilities included. $1,100/mo. Contact Susan at 403-614-4882.

Edgewater, 1-bdrm home on acreage. $750/mo hydro included.

References required. W/D, N/P, N/S. 250-342-3381.

Radium executive 3-bdrm home backing onto the Springs Golf Course. Available Oct. 1st to April 1st.

N/S, N/P, $1,400/mo. 250-342-5247.

INVERMERE CENTRE. 1-bdrm apartment, available immediately.

Central location, parking at your door, laundry on site. 1-year lease.

N/P, N/S. Call Sharon, 250-6881365.

3-bdrm furnished house in Windermere. Available October 1st. $1,000/mo + $ 500 damage deposit. Includes hydro, satellite, internet. Shared laundry. N/S, N/P. Call Doug or Tracy at 250-342-3047.

October 1st. Spacious 1 bedroom apt. Very private, parking, partially furnished. $700/mo includes all utilities. Perfect for seniors. No stairs. 250-341-6018.

House for Rent monthly/weekly: 2-bdrm, 1-bath, newly renovated situated down from Pete’s Marina right on Columbia River. Private drive, access to Lake Windermere from private dock or by boat.

Paddle, ski, bird watch, fish, right from the dock. Evenings 250-3428334.

HOUSE FOR RENT 4-bdrm, 2-bath, walking distance to downtown, schools, hospital, NS, W/D, DW, MW, references, $1200/mo plus utilities, invermerehomerentals@gmail.com, 250-341-1650, Oct 1st.

For rent 4-bdrm/8 bed 2000 sq. ft. bungalow, fully furnished, 5 appliance, A/C, hot tub, $2,100/mo., utilities included. Kinsmen Beach, DT, bus stop close by, 6-10 month lease, available October 20th, 1502 - 10th Ave. Call 403-629-5339 Radium 2-bdrm house, unfurnished.

Available immediately, $600/mo + utilities. 250-347-9325.

Windermere 3-bdrm, 1-bath, N/S, N/P, large windows, large deck, basement games room, six appliances. $1000/mo + utilities and D.D. Available immediately, 250-342-3876.

Please call

250-341-6299 to place your classified ad.

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CONDO FOR RENT

CONDO FOR RENT

CONDO FOR RENT

HOMES FOR SALE

Available quickly. 3-bdrm 1.5 bath condo conveniently located and close to schools in Invermere. $1,200/mo + hydro. Call to view 250-341-5951.

Canal Flats: 2-bdrm, 1.5-bath with in-suite laundry. 1,000 sq. ft. of beautiful, comfortable, living space in quiet neighbourhood. $700/month + utilities. Available immediately. Call 403-873-8158 or e-mail canalcondo@live.ca .

Serious inquiries only.

Spacious Condo for Rent: Castlerock Estates, Invermere. 2-bedroom plus loft. Double-garage, hardwood, granite, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer. N/S, N/P, $1,200/mo + utilities. Available immediately.

Call:250-342-1314.

For Sale in Invermere, one block from the Post Office. House lots 7/8, 2-bdrm, 1.5-bath. Walkout 1-bdrm rental basement suite or home daycare. New tin roof, wood/ electric heat, carport. Large garden, greenhouse 8x16’. Lots of trees, 3 fruit, private yard, outside sauna, dry sheds. Good home for family, come and see. Call 250-342-7219.

Castlerock: 3-bdrm, 3-bath, 3 floors. Deck, yard and garage. W/D, N/S, Pets OK! Lawn care and snow removal. $1,350/mo + utilities.

250-341-1108 or sheabear_4@ hotmail.com D/T Invermere townhouse for rent: 3-bdrm, 2-bath, 6 appliances, garage. Very private, perfect location, great views. N/P, N/S. $1,100/mo + utilities, & D.D. Available Oct. 1st. 250-342-0020.

Invermere furnished townhouse.

3-bdrm, 2.5-bath, 5 appliances, N/S, N/P. Garage, close to downtown, $1,100/mo + utilities.

403-703-0930.

Invermere townhouse for rent available Nov. 1st, 2013. 2-bdrm upstairs + office/bdrm space in basement. N/S,. Pets on approval, single car garage, F/S, W/D and dishwasher. Backing into green space with nice mountain views, fully furnished, $900/mo + D.D. + utilities. Please contact Cynthia at 250-341-5602.

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Recipe Of The Week

CREAMED BRUSSELS SPROUTS 4 cups Brussels Sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced 2/3 cup Whipping Cream ½ tsp each Salt & Pepper

1 tblsp Butter 3 cloves Garlic, minced 2 Shallots, thinly sliced ½ cup Chicken Broth

In large skillet, heat butter over medium heat; cook garlic and shallots until softened, about 2 minutes.

Add Brussels sprouts and broth; cook, stirring often until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in cream, salt and pepper; cook until reduced and sprouts are tender, about 3 minutes.

See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

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Large 1-brdm, fully furnished on golf course in Radium. Very quiet and private. $700/month, includes heat, hydro, cable. N/S. Phone 250427-4997.

MOBILE HOME 12x60, 2-bdrm Mobile Home with addition and deck in very good shape, propane furnace and modern wood stove for $2,500 O.B.O, must be moved. To view call 250-346-6420.

HOMES FOR SALE 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.

Acreage for sale just a few minutes from Invermere. 1,900 sq. ft. home with double garage and 2,200 sq. ft. workshop. See kijiji ID 474398654. Asking price $599, 000. 250-342-6967.

2.2 acres prime location, 2830 sq ft home, 3-bdrm, 2-bath w/basement suite, studio, shop and greenhouse.

180’ channel waterfront & pond.

Asking $415,000. 250-342-6936.

CONDO 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. Asking $285,000. Serious inquiries only. Call 250-342-2274.

Affordable north Radium condo for sale $159,900. Call 250-341-1759 to view today! PropertyGuys.com listing #266403.

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

If you are a hunter emptying your freezer to make room for new game, or have unwanted bones, I’ll take any unwanted meat or bones.

Call 250-409-4433.

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

Metal bunk beds with like new mattresses, $80 or best reasonable offer. 250-342-2005.

For sale in Wilmer 4 bedroom, one bathroom house on larger lot, 110 ft. by 240 ft. (8 Wilmer lots) has an established garden, dog kennel, and storage sheds.This property is unique with a fantastic view of the Columbia Valley Wetlands.

Located in a very peaceful corner of the Valley. Lots of room for a family, and perfect for avid gardeners!

Call Wendy at 250-342-1539 or 250-342-8316

MISC. FOR SALE

VEHICLES 1998 Ford Taurus Wagon, remote car starter, fully loaded, new front brakes, new water pump and new antifreeze reservoir. Good running condition, asking $1,500. Phone 250-349-7570.

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.

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.

Seasoned firewood for Sale $200/ cord. Call 250-341-3544.

Three stage crib and mattress, less than three years old. $350, call 250-342-2624.

Seasoned fir firewood for sale. $200 per cord. Call 250-341-1538.

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

Fir firewood 42’ long, $150 per cord.

250-341-3249.

Buffalo Gun, 50 140 3 1/4 sharps caliber. Remington rolling block, navy arms, $700. 250-344-1440.

Kenmore 7.2 c ft. deep-freeze. Like new, $150. 250-345-9553.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 1983 Honda Magna 1100, 21,000 miles, runs great, $1,800 O.B.O. 250-344-1440.

06 Explorer Eddie Bauer. Full load. Excellent condition. New Bridgestone M&S tires. 159 kms.

Asking $11,900. Call 250-3415389.

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

250-342-5102 Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning & inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

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

Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

BOATS FOR SALE 1996, 18’ Sea Ray very nice, a must see, 4.3 liter. Inboard/outboard, two tops. Must sell, $9,000 O.B.O. 250-342-8773.

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SERVICES

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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

Helna’s Stube is looking for kitchen help/dish washer and casual evening server. Please call 250-3470047 or email mail@helnas.com.

Koffee Kweens Café is looking for a P/T enthusiastic, hard-working independent person. Food prep and barista skills would be an asset as well as outstanding customer service. Please submit resumes to jaimebelbeck@gmail. com.

Black Forest Restaurant is hiring a full-time server. Previous experience required in a busy upscale restaurant. Email, call or drop of resume: careers@ blackforestrestaurant.com, 250342-9417.

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

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 The Horsethief Pub is hiring F/T or P/T bartenders or servers and experienced line cooks. 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.

WANTED 2 FULL TIME RESTAURANT COOK/SHORT ORDER COOK, ROCKY RIVER GRILL, INVERMERE, BC. Permanent, full time, shift, overtime, weekend, day, evening. $16 hourly for 40 hours per week. Life insurance benefits.

CANDIDATES must have completion of high school, experience is an asset. Food handling certificate is essential but not required. DUTIES: Prepare and cook full course meals, prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, ensure quality of food and determine size of food proportions, work with minimal supervision, prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances, inspect kitchens and food service areas, clean kitchen and work areas. Please forward your resume to : JUSTIN ATTERBURY BY FAX: 250-342-8889.

Fairmont Gas Plus and Subway is looking for F/T and P/T help. Apply via email to jaypark4929@gmail.com.

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

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

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Tuesday October 1, 2013

9:00am – 12:00 Noon · Pine Room at the Lodge We will be hiring for our Winter 2012-2013 season on Tuesday, October 1. Positions available include:

• Lift Operators • Groomers • Snow Makers • Ticket Office • Snowboard Instructors Resumes may be sent in advance to David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or simply bring it with you on the day. fairmonthotsprings.com

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is now accepting applications for the position of:

Pool Manager This is a full-time, year-round position. Responsibilities include: • Operate the pools according to provincial regulations.

• Hire, train and manage pool staff, including life guards, ticket office attendants and maintenance staff.

• Ensure water sampling is done according to health board guidelines.

• Contribute to business planning for the pool outlet, including planning, budgeting and cost projections.

• Maintain and monitor pool facilities, including hot spring sources, plumbing and chlorine systems.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications: • Minimum 3 years of experience managing a similar facility • Current National Lifeguard Certification • Current First Aid • Pool Operators Certificate Interested? Please forward your resume with references to the attention of David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com, fax 250.345.6616, or call 250.345.6004.

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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN) School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain), Windermere Zone is now accepting applications for the following casual positions: CASUAL CUSTODIANS: This is manual work involving the cleanliness and security of district buildings. The work may include dealing with public use of school facilities.

Once an employee becomes familiar with a clearly defined work schedule, the work is performed with minimal supervision. Usually, this job is performed after regular school hours and generally alone. Completion of the 12th school grade, or equivalent is required as well as completion of the Board provided training program. First aid training would be an asset.

CASUAL BUS DRIVERS: This position is concerned with the operation of school buses used to transport students on prescribed routes within the School District; the employee may also participate in the busing of students on curricular and extracurricular field trips both inside and outside the district. Independent judgment and initiative is exercised in the safe and timely operation of the vehicle and in establishing effective working relationships. Work is performed under general supervision. Completion of the 12th school grade, or equivalent, minimum 5 years driving experience and an acceptable driving abstract (Valid Class 2 BC drivers license, with air brake endorsement) is required. First aid training would be an asset.

If you are interested in either or both of these positions, please submit a resume by October 4, 2013 at 4pm, with three references, to: Ms. Meghan O’Neill, Human Resources Coordinator, School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain) P.O. Box 430, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: (250) 342-9243 • e-mail: hr@sd6.bc.ca Successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record search.

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Environmental extravaganza The Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network held a well-attended environmental expo prior to the B.C. School Trustees Association Kootenay Boundary Branch annual general meeting at the Radium Resort on Friday, September 20th. Left: Natalie Stafl from the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society displayed her organization’s goals.

Below: Ally Candy, left, from the Groundswell Network Society and WildSafe BC coordinator Crystal Leonard shared what their groups are trying to achieve.

Photos by Dan Walton

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN) School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain), Windermere Zone is now accepting applications for a temporary, part-time (.6000 fte) Aboriginal Education Support Worker, at David Thompson Secondary School, effective October 7, 2013 to June 30, 2014.

The successful candidate will be expected to: • Provide academic guidance, assistance and direction to Aboriginal students as needed; • Possibly liaise between the home, school and parents/guardians through visitations and consultations; • Provide a positive role model for students; • Work closely with teaching staff ; • Monitor student academic and social development as well as attendance; • A strong knowledge of Aboriginal culture would be an asset • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume, with three references by 4:00 pm on Friday, October 4, 2013 to: Ms. Meghan O’Neill, Human Resources Coordinator, School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain) P.O. Box 430, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: (250) 342-9243 • e-mail: hr@sd6.bc.ca Successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record search.

OPPORTUNITY IS KNOCKING @ THE HORSE! GREEN BEAN TACTICAL HANDLING SPECIALIST (a.k.a. Roasting Labourer) FT Your daily mission will be to maintain a steady supply of green beans to the Roasters. This includes unloading of transport trucks, daily green bean staging, room up-keep and roaster cleaning (the equipment-not the operators!). You must be physically fit (lifting required), organized and have a spring in your step. Previous forklift and material handling/ warehouse experience is beneficial.

KICKING HORSE CAFÉ & KITCHEN WEEKEND WARRIOR(S) Whether it’s pulling the perfect shot, or shaking and baking tasty treats and sharing with the masses, we are looking for looking for warriors to work weekends and/or provide holiday support in either the Café as a Barista or in the Kitchen as a Food Magician. Bottom line, ya gotta be crazy about coffee and delicious “made from scratch food”; think it, drink it, love it, dream it! Candidates must be physically fit, enjoy the energy of fast pace and work best as a contributing member of a team.

In exchange for dedication and a commitment to quality, we provide work/life balance, a steady paycheck and employment, great benefits, competitive wages, awesome staff events, paid day-off birthdays, generous holiday policy and the opportunity to work with one of the finest teams in the country! Email your particulars to jobs@kickinghorsecoffee.com. We will contact successful applicants.

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Geocaching tour comes to B.C Submitted by Backroad Mapbooks

Taking wing at the fly-in The second annual Fairmont Fly-In took place on Saturday Septemer 21st was hampered by rains and cloudy skies that seemed to keep aviation buffs staying indoors. A total of 22 planes came to the event, with the furthest flung flier coming from Saskatoon, said Fairmont airport manager Shawn Jestley.

Photo submitted by Shawn Jestley

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A partnership between Backroad Mapbooks and the province is bringing the exciting activity of geo-caching to 18 of B.C.’s popular recreation sites and trails.

In recognition of their 20th anniversary, Backroad Mapbooks has developed a GeoTour program to celebrate and promote Canada’s beautiful backcountry.

The GeoTour is based on the popular recreation activity of ‘geo-caching’ — a modern-day treasure hunt that uses GPS co-ordinates to locate containers (called caches) and collect ‘treasures’ in a specific area or along a specific route.

Backroad Mapbooks has teamed up with the Recreation Sites and Trails B.C. to launch the first part of the tour, which includes using 18 recreation sites and trails throughout the province as geo-caching locations.

A total of three cache containers have been hidden in each of B.C.’s six regions, plus two bonus caches for a total of 20 caches. The caches are named and hidden under three specific themes — on the trail, on the road and on the water.

To find out more about the first phase of the GeoTour including instructions and which recreation sites and trails are taking part visit www.geocaching. com/adventures/geotours/backroadmapbooks .

The object of the tour is to find all the hidden caches and ‘swap’ and collect items inside the containers. As you collect different ‘treasures’ under each theme, you then place the corresponding stickers on a sticker collection page. Once you collect all stickers in each region you can send them in to receive the Backroad Mapbooks regional geocoin.

Backroad Mapbooks has spent more than $50,000 on the first part of the program. Recreation Sites and Trails B.C. contributed approximately $6,000 and also participated by hiding the caches across B.C. The province’s recreation sites and trails are an important part of B.C.’s local communities. They supporting local business, job creation and promoting healthy living and outdoor recreation.

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FAITH

Receiving the gift of life

By Pastor Murray Wittke Valley Christian Assembly Here in the Banff Mineral Springs Hospital, a cold therapy machine is humming beside the bed and my crutches are leaning against the wall. I’m alone in this dark room and painkillers numb the ache in my knee. Today I received the gift of a better life.

In July, a damaged knee ended my summer recreation. Two days before my accident, I was hiking Pedley Pass with Mt. Assiniboine and The Royals in the distance. But my hiking was ended with a quick twist, a pop, and a tumble while running on a sports field. The result was a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a ripped meniscus, and a sprained medial collateral ligament (MCL).

Today someone I’ll never know gave me a part of

their body, a tendon they no longer needed, so that I could enjoy a better quality of life.

I lie here wondering who they were. Were they young or old, man or woman? Was it a car crash, industrial accident, stroke or heart attack that released their gift to me? And I wonder who still grieves for them.

To be honest, before today, I’ve never thought much about being an organ and tissue donor. And I haven’t considered how important my gift could be for someone waiting for help. Have you? I’m glad however, that when I was in need, someone had provided for me. When I’m well enough, I’ll make sure that after I’m dead, my body is available to help someone else. Why should I be the only one to enjoy the benefits of my healthy body?

Lying here I think of another gift I received when I was twenty two. That’s when I realized Jesus had died that I might live. He said “I have come in order that you might have life — life in all its fullness.”

If your life is crippled and in pain by things you’ve done or things that have been done to you, please stop pretending there’s nothing wrong. Long ago Jesus provided for your healing. He welcomes all who come to him. There’s no waiting list. Receive his gift of life.

Kicks and spikes Top: The Invermere under 16 girls soccer team (left) placed second in a tournament in Revelstoke on September 7th and 8th. The team carried an undefeated record into the final game, only to lose a close match to a girls under-18 team from Calgary (photo by Cheryl Maybuck); bottom: the David Thompson Secondary senior girls volleyball team earned a second place finish in the volleyball tournament they hosted last weekend (September 21st and 22nd).

Team members, left to right, starting with the back row are: coach Angie McKenzie, Denise Jensen, Stephanie Seaman, Courtney Hoffos, Natasha Hul, Kally Van Mulligen, Leah Dyer, Jessica Hromadnik, Jane Mouly, Micaela Mauthner, Natalie Gibbs, and Larissa Kurtz (photo submitted).

Valley Churches LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, September 29th 10:30 a.m.: CELEBRATION SUNDAY...’God Is’...

Pastor Trevor ministering. The Lord’s Supper will be served.

“K.I.D.S.” Church for children age 3 to Grade 1, and Grades 2-5 during the morning service.

Pastor Trevor Hagan 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED 9:30 a.m.: Bacon, Friends and Faith (All ages) 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10 a.m.; Worship service. Kid’s 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

You can remember someone special with your gift to the Canadian Cancer Society To donate In Memory or In Honour: www.cancer.ca | 250-426-8916 or call toll-free 1-800-656-6426 or mail to: P. O. Box 102 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Please include: Your name an address for tax receipt Name of the person being remembered Name and address to send card to

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