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October 4, 2013

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The District of Invermere’s annual Flower Picking Day took place on Tuesday, October 1st and local flower lovers had their hands full thanks to the numerous curbside flower beds in downtown Invermere. Pickers were asked not to dig; to cut only the annual flowers; to leave roots, grasses, shrubs and perennials alone; and to pick in moderation in order to save flowers for others. Clockwise from top: Daycare children from the Windermere Valley Childcare Society with fists filled with flowers; Shannon Reimer took about ten minutes to gather up her favourite blooms; Kim Turgeon took the time to teach her three kids — Lewis, 4, Victoria, six months, and Frances, two and a half — the art of finding the right flowers.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 3

VALLEY NEWS

Weir stirs debate on the way out

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff A little-known submerged weir at the north end of Lake Windermere may soon be gone, although at least one Invermere resident is fighting to save it and others are questioning the need to remove it.

The weir (also called a groyne) is an underwater wall make of rocks and cribbing and was built more than a century ago, making it — in at least some respects — an historical structure. The structure sits just underneath the surface of the lake, which also makes it a potential hazard for unwary boat drivers. It is also a favoured rearing habitat for burbot (a land-locked ling cod found in Lake Windermere).

“Basically the cracks and crevices within the rock in the weir, they (the burbot) use for security,” said Invermerebased Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations ecosystems biologist Peter Holmes, adding there are not many other similar habitats on the lake.

The federal Public Works and Government Services Canada department owns the weir and plans to take it down.

“Public Works and Government Services Canada still intends to remove the Lake Windermere groyne,” department Engineering Assets Strategy Sector communications manager Ruslan Tracz told The Pioneer, adding it has spent approximately $228,000 since 2008 on various studies relating to the weir and the potential effects of dismantling it.

“The department is currently working with Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the British Columbia Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations to find the most appropriate mitigation measures,” said Mr. Tracz.

Those mitigation measures may include building some kind of compensation structure, according to Mr. Holmes.

“Right now we are investigating putting a comparable rock structure in the wetlands directly south of the Athalmer bridge,” he said, adding the tricky part is finding a place for the structure that is good for the burbot, but at the same time does not interfere with water navigable by boats.

Continued on page 23 . . .

Golf course grizzly moved to Brewer Creek

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Local conservation officers relocated a female grizzly bear last weekend after the large omnivore had been hanging around Columere Park and Fairmont Hot Springs in recent weeks.

The young bear had been living in the lower part of the valley for most of late summer and into the fall and in the two weeks before the bear was moved, she had been spending a lot of time in close proximity to people in those communities, said Invermere conservation officer Greg Kruger.

“She was acting like a normal bear; there was never any aggressive behaviour. We decided to move her before any human-bear conflict occurred,” said Mr. Kruger. “It was too big of a public safety risk.”

The bear had been eating fruit and Kokanee salmon near Coy’s Par Three Golf Course and at the Riverside Golf Course at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Conservation officers set a bear trap in the middle of last week, caught the bear on Friday, September 27th and moved her up into the higher parts of the Brewer Creek drainage on Saturday, September 28th. They put a telemetry radio collar and ear tags on the bear before releasing her.

“We hope she hibernates up in the drainage and that when she wakes up in the spring she picks a high (elevation) habitat next year,” said Mr. Kruger.

If the bear does come back into the lower parts of the valley, conservation officers will be able to track her movements using the radio collar, he added.

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• On Friday, September 27th at 7:25 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment was contacted regarding an intoxicated male causing a disturbance by throwing items around a residence. The adult male had departed the residence by the time police arrived. The male was later located and although it was found he had been drinking, he was sober enough to be allowed to carry on.

• On Friday, September 27th at 5:57 p.m., Canadian Pacific (CP) police, who frequently patrol the properties near the tracks throughout the valley, located a group of people fishing and having a picnic too close to the tracks. Police attended the area and located the family who was fishing in the area. The group moved further away from the tracks.

• On Saturday, September 28th at 9:48 a.m., Columbia Valley detachment members were called to assist BC Ambulance with a medical emergency in the 4000 block of Riverview Drive in Edgewater. The attendants were conducting CPR on a 43-year-old male, who was taken to the hospital and pronounced deceased. The police will be assisting the Coroner’s Office to determine the cause of death.

• On Saturday, September 28th at 11:49 p.m., Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a complaint of an assault in the 4700 block of Foresters Landing Road in Radium. On attendance, the police discovered that an adult male and adult female, brother and sister, had been drinking and got into an argument. The female was pushed and received a bump to her head. No charges were requested. The victim was driven home by police.

• On Sunday, September 29th, police received a report of a possible internet fraud. The victim stated her computer was hacked and she received a call from a person who indicated they were from Microsoft and could fix the problem.

The victim provided her credit card number and Social Insurance Number. The card was charged $520. There were no leads to work on.

• On Sunday, September 29th at 2:53 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a complaint that an intoxicated female was requested to leave a residence in the 800 block of 13th Street. Patrols were made in the area; however, the female was not located.

• On Sunday, September 29th at 12:30 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a report of a lost fanny pack that contained identification and a small amount of

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money. The fanny pack is believed to have been lost between the nine and 10-kilometre mark up Horse Thief Creek Road near Hidden Ranch.

• On Sunday, September 29th at 7:50 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment responded to a theft complaint at Mountainside Market in Radium. A 25-year-old male was caught stealing meat from the store. The male has been charged with theft and will be appearing in Invermere Provincial Court.

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The other guys shook their heads. The end result was that I managed to qualify on all stages. Has the aiming problem been solved, or was it fluke? Last week, I went up to Farnham Glacier with Corporal Grant Simpson. We were at a high enough elevation that we came upon fresh snow and had to turn the vehicle around.

We got out for a breather and I figured I would make a snowball and have my first snowball fight. I READY, AIM, FIRE! — Staff loaded up and threw it Sgt. Marko Shehovac moments at Grant from seven feet before hitting Cpl. Grant away. I hit him in the Simpson with a snowball. sensitive spot of the male Photo by Cpl. Grant Simpson anatomy, which caused him to bend over in pain. When asked why I hit him there, I apologized and told him I had aimed for the chest. My question was answered. It was a fluke. The above picture was taken one second before the throw that caused the pain. I have to give him credit — he didn’t drop the camera.

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NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, October 9th, 2013 Referendum 2013 Loan Authorization for Construction of a New Multi-Purpose Community Centre District of Invermere Council invites the public to an Open House: When:

Wednesday, October 9th, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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Lake Windermere Memorial Community Hall (Invermere Community Hall) 709 – 10th Street, Invermere

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To review the proposed Community Centre concepts and the referendum question

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Council wishes to provide the public with: • an opportunity to view the location and detail of the proposed new multi-purpose community centre • an opportunity to speak to members of Council.

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Drivers were forced through single-lane traffic along Westside road for months over the summer, as repairs to Castlestone Boulevard, the road leading up to the Castle Rock subdivision, were made after a washout during the previous summer.

Heavy rains in June 2012 severely damaged parts of the Castle Rock community, including the access road, which was less than ten years old.

“How can an engineer approve this and have it fall down within a relatively short period of time?” District of Invermere councillor Paul Denchuk said to The Pioneer. “We have some serious questions about it.”

He said the estimated cost for the recent repairs is $250,000, and saw its funding come from the district’s general revenues.

Mr. Denchuk is satisfied that the necessary repairs were made to the road, but wants to make sure the district avoids similar problems in the future.

“I know we used local contractors, and in dealing with large infrastructure projects like this I think it’s a pretty good price, but I’m not okay with taxpayers paying for it,” he said.

Invermere’s chief administrative officer, Chris Prosser, said that no changes have been made to the district’s approval process because of the washout, but said he can’t comment

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on whether or not there was on oversight, as he was not an employee in the mid-2000s when the project was given the green light.

“The night that failed was one of our largest rainfall events and [the washDECKED OUT — Developer David Behan enjoys the view out] was a catafrom a home in Castle Rock in this 2003 photo.

File photo strophic failure,” he commented. what happens.”

Last August, the district was reBut Mr. Prosser disagrees. viewing whether the construction “There’s no merit in that,” he matched the design, as costs could be said. “He doesn’t know anything that recuperated if the road was poorly built. he’s talking about. There was a major But there was no subsequent action. rainfall and the design of it led it to Mr. Prosser said that engineers potentially fail.” were working on both sides of the Mr. Prosser said that the district approval process, both for the dis- has contacted engineers on record, trict and the development company. but said that Mr. Behan is no longer David Behan, who owned the involved with Castle Rock Estates. development company which built When the role of maintenance the road, said that the District of was passed over to the district in Invermere never made any con- mid-2000s, the project was approved tact with him after the project’s by Invermere’s director of public completion. works. That position has since been “I did not hear from the district eliminated from the district, and the in any way, shape or form,” he told responsibilities are now handled by The Pioneer. the chief administrative officer.

He believes the heavy rainfall “We don’t have a certain level alone didn’t bring down the road. of expertise in that department “It was lack of maintenance by now,” Mr. Denchuk said. “A dithe District of Invermere – that role rector of municipal works would was passed over to the district in have an engineering background in 2005 or 2006,” he said, adding that municipal works projects.” roads on such a steep grade require “It’s a bit of a gap right now, greater attention. and a previous council decided to “If you don’t maintain them and eliminate that position to cut costs,” you get a major rainfall, then this is he said.

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October 4, 2013

PERSPECTIVE

Water woes remedied

Historical Lens

By Greg Amos, Pioneer Staff

Citizens and elected officials in Canal Flats have dodged a huge bullet.

With two bylaws passing a counter-petition process that could have spawned a citizen’s revolt, the village has overcome a huge hurdle towards becoming compliant with provincial water standards — while sending a very positive message to other communities around the Columbia Valley that could be facing the same kind of need for water upgrades themselves.

Connecting the village’s water system to homes in Eagle’s Nest and Painted Ridge is a win for everyone, and a bridge to better relations between the new developments and the historic village in the years to come.

There’s a significant price tag attached for each homeowner, and one can argue the Drinking Water Protection Act that spurred the changes errs too far on the side of caution. But no one wants to see another Walktertontype water illness claiming lives.

The province simply requires every B.C. community to be up to snuff on clean water by 2015, and that will not change. So cheers to Canal Flats and its residents for making the right choice — by accepting to pay these costs over the next thirty years, the village is saving itself from a world of trouble both immediately and far into the future.

As for Lake Windermere’s historic weir, the fact it has been relegated to the backburner by various federal government departments is a shame. After years of passing the buck on management of the rock groyne, the groyne is seen as a nuisance to boaters and a political hot potato, rather than an historic remnant of the steamship era and an important habitat for burbot.

At this point, the bureaucratic bumbling means costs all around: to take down the existing weir, and to potentially rebuild that habitat a small distance downstream. Before this happens again, the federal government should simplify it’s marine management maze.

Keeping watch, 1950s The fire lookout, radio antenna and outhouse at the top of Mt. Swansea in the early 1950s offer a stellar view down to Columbia Lake and the valley. The lookout shown here replaced the first lookout, which was built in 1924 by the B.C. Forest Service. Source Catherine Clausen (nee Leke).

Photo A1365 courtesy of Windermere District Historical Society

Before K2, it was Ellenvale Dear Editor: Re: the writeup of the barn dance to take place at the K2 Ranch (September 27th edition of The Pioneer).

For historical accuracy the barn itself was not built until after 1921 (by then-owners, Capt. and Mrs. McCarthy of Maryland, U.S.).

The ranch itself was homesteaded in 1895. My

father, Walter Stoddart, and his ranching partner, Charles Ellis owned it from 1905 until the McCarthy’s purchase in 1921. The name they gave the ranch was “Ellenvale”.

It’s a beautiful structure and the Shaunessys are to be applauded for donating its use to benefit the Hospice Society.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 7

LETTERS

Listen Up! Have something to say?

Deer disdainer should find a new target Editor’s note: This letter is in response to Len Burkitt’s letter in The Pioneer’s September 27th issue.

Dear Editor: Most residents understand it is possible to live peacefully with deer and have an attractive yard with shrubs, trees and flowers. There are as many ways to protect your plants as there are deer-resistant species. If you walk through town, you’ll see districtplanted trees with effective, inexpensive stem protection. The district planted unpalatable shrubs around the pothole, which show no sign of browsing. The downtown flowers were resplendent all summer.

In Invermere, there are thriving, productive vegetable gardens with safe, effective exclusion fencing. Some border plants need protection for the first few years and other plants need seasonal protection from antlered bucks. Information is available online, in books and garden shops, and some landscapers have local expertise and advice.

Mr. Burkitt previously complained of cleaning 67 pellet piles in 2012 and another 67 piles in 2013. In May 2011, he predicted a deer population growth to 800 in 2012 and 1,600 this year. He’s

written of his refusal to fence, and wrote about the loss of lilacs in June 2011 and again in 2013 along with his stated refusal to protect plants.

Not only does he write that climate change is a myth (The Pioneer, July 15th, 2011) but he believes “long-legged rats” spread Lyme disease, that residents should advertise “free venison” and that poaching is simply “people protecting their property.”

In his poaching letter, he also said the “powers that be will not or cannot provide protection for property owners.” But sadly, the District of Invermere did listen and decided to kill deer in order to silence complaints like his.

Did they reassure him that killing deer on district property in Athalmer will save his unprotected plants? Or perhaps they told him that even though they protect plants on district property, there is no need for him to accept responsibility for his property? Or better yet, perhaps they promised to kill the “repeat offenders” that left those piles?

With deer numbers in decline and diseases on the horizon, he may need to find a new target for his disdain.

Kathy Wilson Invermere / Regina

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October 4, 2013

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Invermere is deer habitat and they’ll keep coming back Dear Editor: It puzzles me why some people choose to believe that a deer cull or even an annual deer cull will save their precious rose bushes. Deer are in Invermere because there is critical habitat here — both natural and manmade.

When deer die of natural causes or are killed by humans, ungulates from outside Invermere will fill the void. There are some very effective realistic solutions for keeping flowers safe.

Fencing is one way to keep any plants from being eaten or disturbed by wildlife. It’s cheap, effective and available at the local hardware stores.

Or check the business ads at the back of the paper for contractors who can perform the work. Other op-

tions include deer repellents like Bobbex. The company says that “the product is extremely safe for use on the most sensitive plantings and harmless to all wildlife including humans, pets, birds and aquatic life. Bobbex is environmentally friendly, using only natural ingredients that will not wash off.” Coyote urine is also very effective and available locally.

Invermere will always have deer just as Radium will always have sheep. Tourists visit and relocate to our beautiful valley each year because of our good fortune and long-time locals like me appreciate, cherish and respect our wildlife.

Devin Kazakoff President, Invermere Deer Protection Society

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Sign of the times

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.:

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Invermere’s new welcome sign now greets motorists at the crossroads on Highway 93/95.

The old sign had been damaged by vehicle collisions and was deemed unattractive by critics. The new design was made public earlier this year and erected this past weekend. Photo by Nicole Trigg

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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DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

Sheep shot Golfers had a group of bighorn sheep to contend with at The Springs golf course on Thursday, September 26th. The sheep were lounging contentedly, forcing golfers to play around them.

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REFERENDUM 2013 NOTICE OF OTHER VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of the District of Invermere that on November 2nd, 2013, a bylaw referendum will be held to submit for the assent of the electors Bylaw No. 1474, 2013 Loan Authorization Bylaw. The question that is to be voted on is as follows: “Do you approve of Council for the District of Invermere adopting Bylaw No. 1474, 2013 Loan Authorization Bylaw, which will authorize Council to borrow on the credit of the municipality of a sum not exceeding $5,600,000 in order to facilitate the construction of a new multi-purpose community centre?”

The voting area is the District of Invermere, including all qualified resident and non-resident property electors also eligible to vote in the referendum.

A synopsis of Bylaw No. 1474, 2013 Loan Authorization bylaw is as follows: The Council is hereby empowered and authorized to undertake and carry out or cause to be carried out the construction of a new multi-purpose community centre generally in accordance with general plans on file in the municipal office and to do all things necessary in connection therewith and without limiting the generality of the foregoing: a) to borrow upon the credit of the municipality a sum not exceeding $5,600,000 (five million, six hundred thousand dollars).

The maximum term for which debentures may be issued to secure the debt created by this bylaw is thirty (30) years.

Saul speaks out for salmon lenges the perception that Canadian culture is the result of European settlers and their efforts.

Since the advent of dams on the Instead, Mr. Saul argues Canada’s Columbia River in the 1940s, the salm- aboriginals set the foundation for toon that can still be found in the upper day’s successful immigration policies Columbia Valley are only the landlocked and the country’s unique multiculturalvariety. Initiatives such as the Columbia ism based on the co-operation among Salmon Festival that took place in the First Nations communities with difvalley last weekend are raising awareness ferent languages and traditions that is for the loss of the big salmon run from well-documented historically by the the Pacific Ocean. first European explorers.

At the festival’s gala dinner, held on Linking this argument to the ColumSaturday, September 28th at the Moun- bia Salmon Festival, Mr. Saul expressed tainside Clubhouse in Fairmont Hot his dismay over the ongoing disrespect Springs, attendees took in a presentation shown to First Nations culture evidenced by internationally acclaimed Canadian by the construction of dams that prevent author and philosopher John Ralston Saul. the traditional movement of salmon up Mr. Saul, whose wife Adrienne Clarkson the Columbia River. is a former Governor General of Canada, With technology, we no longer have is perhaps best to decide beknown for his tween dams bestsellers, The and salmon, Birds of Prey he said. Fish (1977) and ladders can be Voltaire’s Basinstalled to aid tards(1992). migration and However, he the question most recently of cost should made his mark not even come on Canadian into the equahistory with tion, Mr. his book A SCINTILLATING SAUL — Famous Canadian au- Saul stated.

Fair Coun- thor John Ralston Saul spoke to a spellbound auditry (2008), in ence at the Mountainside Clubhouse in Fairmont Hot Continued on Photo by Nicole Trigg which he chal- Springs on September 28th. page 16 . . .

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

Bylaw No. 1474, 2013 Loan Authorization Bylaw may be inspected at the Municipal Office located at 914 8th Avenue in Invermere during regular office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that on the same day, November 2nd, 2013 an opinion poll will be held to vote on the following:

“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?”

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS ADVANCED VOTING will be available to qualified electors of the District of Invermere as follows: Wednesday, October 23rd, 2013 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Thursday, October 31st, 2013 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm District of Invermere Office Located at 914 – 8th Avenue Invermere, BC GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the District of Invermere on: Saturday, November 2nd, 2013 – 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Lake Windermere Memorial Community Hall 709 – 10th Street Invermere, BC ELECTOR REGISTRATION

There is no need to pre-register to vote, as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. The District of Invermere conducts its elections using “Voting Day Only Registration” and therefore does not maintain a voters list.

You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: � 18 years of age or older � Canadian citizen � Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day � Resident OR registered owner of property in the District of Invermere for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and � Not otherwise disqualified from voting because you: -Have been convicted of an indictable offence for which you are currently in custody; OR -Have been found guilty of an election offence RESIDENT ELECTORS must produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to the election staff at the voting place.

Identification must prove both where you live and who you are.

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature), proof of ownership of the property in question, as well as a Non-Resident Property Registration Form and (if applicable) a Multiple Owner Consent Form to election officials at the voting place.

Acceptable identification includes (two) of � � � � �

Invermere Tax Notice ICBC Vehicle Insurance Documents Social Insurance Card BC Identification Card Credit Card

� � � � �

BC CareCard or Gold CareCard Utility Bill Citizenship Card Passport Driver’s Licence (with current civic address listed)

Property registered in company/corporation names do not qualify under the Local Government Act to vote in this referendum.

Chris Prosser Chief Election Officer

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Canal Flats gets approval for water system loan me it symbolizes the coming together of our community... there has been a divide between the subdivision and the main village, so this will be a good A long-standing and divisive drinking water issue start to bring us together.” in Canal Flats appears to be resolved, after voters in “People are going to have proper fire flow and the village gave tacit approval to twin the village and water pressure, and the system is going to give us Eagle’s Nest water systems, and to borrow the money enough water for the next 25 years, based on projectneeded to upgrade the system. ed growth,” she added.

“I’m very pleased with the outcome, and not The village was seeking voter consent to borrow just because we’re all going to have good water,” said $2.3 million over 30 years (which works out to an anVillage of Canal Flats mayor Ute Juras. “For nual cost of about $275 per parcel) to construct a new water reservoir and pipeline 2.4 kilometres north from the village centre to Eagle’s Nest, and voter approval to merge the two water systems.

Voting packages requesting the creation of two bylaws were mailed to property owners in Canal Flats in late August, and Early bird entries by October 6th the deadline for returning $ Individual 10k ................ 40 (after Oct 6th · $50) $ th $ the counter-petition — Individual 5k ................ 30 (after Oct 6 · 40) Family 10k ................. $120 (after Oct 6th · $150) the sole means for a propFamily 5k .................... $90 (after Oct 6th · $120) erty owner to express their For more info go to www.MonsterMashDash.ca opposition to either by5” x 3.7” law — was 4:30 p.m. on Monday, September 30th.

Council met on Tuesday, October 1st to give their approval to the two bylaws.

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If a challenge were presented, a provincial court judge would examine the bylaw procedure followed

by Canal Flats and ensure it abided by the province’s Local Government Act. For example, the initiative must be advertised in two consecutive newspapers to inform the voters of the proposed bylaws.

The village was under the gun to get the bylaws approved, as it was not only facing an order by Interior Health to bring the Eagle’s Nest area off a boil water advisory by September 2013, but was also running out of time to use a $400,000 provincial grant for water infrastructure — which, after two deadline extensions, must be fully spent by March 31st, 2014.

“Whatever was unspent, we would have lost,” she said. “That was one of the pressing issues with these bylaws.”

The village will likely be able to spend the full amount by then, and expects to save at least $335,000 by merging the two water systems and using one water reservoir rather than two.

With the minimal public opposition, Canal Flats can now proceed on a much-needed plan to bring potable water to the entire community, thus avoiding Interior Health fines of as much as $100,000 per day.

Though Interior Health has not actively enforced the September 2013 order, if the council initiative had failed, Interior Health would have begun to impose fine and seize the village’s water infrastructure.

“That could possibly include jail time for the mayor, so I’m really glad this went through,” joked Mayor Juras. “Though I’ve never heard of any mayor going to jail over something like that.”

An attempt to upgrade the Eagle’s Nest system as a standalone system was voted down last year by the subdivision’s property owners, who would have been on the hook for an annual parcel tax of $1,700.

Once the system is built, Canal Flats will be in compliance with the 2006 Drinking Water Protection Act. “Once the quashing period is over, we’ll send the loan authorization bylaw to the Inspector of Municipalities, and he will appprove the bylaw; the money’s available to us after that,” said Mayor Juras.

The village has already accepted a tender for the work, and will award the contract in mid-November.

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Canadian jazz singer Jaclyn Guillou returns to Strand’s Old House Restaurant in Invermere on Friday, October 11th for the third time in her promising career. Fans will hear new songs for her not-yetrecorded second album plus a more emotional approach to the classic jazz style.

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Movie Review: This is The End Reviewed by Lizzie Midyette This Is The End is a crude launch into apocalyptic hilarity. It appears to be the unappreciated lovechild of Dude, Where’s My Car? and Freaks and Geeks, complete with a number of cameos and a hefty dose of ad-libs between actors who have collaborated on numerous film and TV projects (it’s rumoured that approximately half the movie was improvised as the cameras rolled).

Each of the actors featured play themselves, in a satisfyingly self-deprecating manner. All Jay Baruchel wanted was a trip home to LA to see his somewhat estranged best friend Seth Rogan, but instead he is unwillingly dragged to a party at James Franco’s place. There are a number of cameo performances in the party scenes, and it’s well worth watching them twice to take it all in. Baruchel has a pretty miserable time, and in the middle of a snack attack in a

convenience store on the way home, the apocalypse starts, complete with the initial rapture of all the good souls in bright blue beams of light.

Once the pair find themselves back at the temporary refuge of Franco’s place (postparty), the apocalyptic goodness (choice of words intended!) gradually builds, with more supernatural events taking place. Meeting with a few more partygoers, the group finds themselves in

the situation of trying to survive the end of the world while not having the common sense to do so.

The movie is crude beyond what words can describe, yet there’s a hilarity that somehow works perfectly. It gets off to a somewhat slow start, but quickly becomes highly entertaining (if you’re into an abundance of phallic symbolism). The bromance between the principal characters is a major theme, but it’s interesting how quickly the bros turn on one another with hilarious results. Also deserving of an honourable mention are the cameos, particularly those offered by Michael Cera and Emma Watson. This lovechild of a movie is definitely worth a night in on the sofa.

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Toby Theatre • October 11th & 12th, 7:30 p.m.: Percy Jackson: Sea Of Monsters. Also showing October 14th - 19th.

• 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Oktoberfest family 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 250-342-9281 or email events@invermere.net for info.

• 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Oktoberfest with the Summit Youth Centre.

• 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Free kids yoga class at Defining Yoga in Invermere. For info, email krista@ flourishyoga.ca to pregister or call 250-270-0056. The free class takes place after YogaKids Teacher Training, which takes place from October 3 to 6 . To register, go to www.yogakids.com.

• 8:00 p.m.: Broken Down Suitcase plays at The Station Pub. No cover.

Sunday, October 6th • 10:30 a.m.: A Service of Harvest Thanksgiving with a Blessing of the Animals at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere. Pictures of animals will also be blessed. All people and animals are welcome.

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Friday, October 4th • 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.

• 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.: Man Hunt at the Summit Youth Centre, starting at 9:00 p.m.

• 7:00 p.m.: Open Mic night at Pynelogs, showcasing local talents.

• 7:30 p.m.: La Cafamore, live performance at Christ Church Trinity. Tickets at the door.

• 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.: The Hickeys play live at Strand’s. $5 cover charge. Power duo with a blues/folk sound. For more information, check out thehickeys.ca.

• 7:00 p.m.: Registration and open house at Invermere and District Curling Centre. Snack and refreshments.

• Bingo at Canal Flats Civic Centre.

Tuesday, October 8th • 3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Homework night at the Summit Youth Centre.

• 7:00 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.

Wednesday, October 9th • 3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Make your own Halloween costume at the Summit Youth Centre. Learn to sew, knit and glue.

• 6:30 p.m.: PJ Storytime at the Invermere Public Library. Wear your PJ’s and bring your favourite sleepy time teddy bear or blanket. All ages are welcome!

Saturday, October 5th

Thursday, October 10th

• 9:00 a.m.: Abattoir Fund Raising Auction. 9:00 a.m.: Sign in, item viewing and musical entertainment.

11:00 a.m.: Auction. Immediately after the auction there will be a sheep dog herding demonstration.

Events take place at the Windermere Saddle Club riding arena, beside the feed store at the Invermere crossroads.

• 3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Documentary and popcorn night at the Summit Youth Centre.

Friday, October 11th • 5:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.: Craft night at the Summit Youth Centre.

• 7:00 p.m.: Canadian Jazz singer Jaclyn Guillou live

at Strand’s. Tickets $10 at the door, call 250-342-6344 for reservations.

Saturday, October 12th • 9:00 a.m.: Annual Ski & Gear Swap at the Invermere Community Hall. Drop off gear to be sold from 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. A $2 consignment fee will be charged and WVSC takes a 20% commission on items sold. Swap and sale is at 12:00 p.m. There will also be WVSC club registration, Nordic club registration, a concession, and ski tuning available. Thank you for supporting Windermere Valley Ski Club.

• 4:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.: Halloween costume swap meet at the Summit Youth Centre.

Tuesday, October 15th • 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Hospice Society Meet and Greet, Windermere Community Hall. The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is conducting Meet and Greet evenings throughout the area in October. Join us and learn more about the Society, the programs we are creating, volunteer opportunities and how we can serve you. Refreshments will be served. For more info, contact Maria Kliavkoff at 250-347-2110. Other dates as follows: October 16th, Radium Seniors’ Centre; October 21st, Brisco Community Hall; October 22nd, Edgewater Community Hall; October 23rd, Canal Flats Civic Centre; October 28th, Invermere Community Hall; October 29th, Columbia Ridge Community Centre; and October 30th, Smoking Waters Cafe, Fairmont.

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The evolution of Jaclyn Guillou raised in North Delta, will be accompanied by what’s become her own Vancouver band — Bruno Hubert on piano, David Black on guitar, James Meger on bass and Jazz lovers are in for a special treat when Strand’s Andrew Millar on drums.

Old House Restaurant serves up emerging Canadian jazz “What’s interesting about this band is that the piano singer Jaclyn Guillou on Thursday, October 11th to kick player, bassist and drummer are a trio, and I have a trio off the Thanksgiving long weekend. with David,” she said. “So we’re a quintet all together, This will be Ms. Guillou’s third Strand’s appearance but we’re individual bands within it as well.” in the last three years, and returning fans can expect to The music is going to be different as well with a mix hear an evolution in her style thanks to exciting develop- of standard and original tunes. Ms. Guillou will preview ments in her career since her last Invermere performance. songs from her next album, which she will be recording “What people are going to hear is a more unified with the band and releasing next year. Her first full-length sound,” said Ms. Guillou. “Closer to what I want to sound studio album titled “To the City” was released in 2011. like; I’m really honing in on my own personal style.”

“I’ve really got a stronger handle on what I’m trying Awarded a BC Arts Council grant to study with to do,” she said. “It’s much more emotional than it has American jazz singer Sheila Jordan at the Vermont Jazz been in the past.”

Centre this past summer, Ms. Guillou came away with The show will also include songs from a one-hour a newfound understanding of the genre after the work- televised concert Ms. Guillou recorded with the band for shop, which she describes as “a life changing experience.” CBC Television earlier this year. The concert, which was “At 85, (Sheila) is one of the world’s oldest jazz sing- done as a tribute to 1950s jazz, blues and R&B singer ers,” she said. “She really Dinah Washington in helps a singer build conhonour of the 40th annifidence and helps them versary of her death, aired understand why they’re in July and will be airing doing what they’re doagain at 10 a.m. local ing… her total enthutime this Saturday (Octosiasm and love for jazz, ber 5th) and noon MST dedication and comon Sunday (October 6th). mitment is something I “If people want a litlearned from her.” tle preview, they can catch Also in the last year, it,” said Ms. Guillou.

Ms. Guillou has toured The show will begin Belgium, Luxembourg at 7 p.m. at Strand’s Old and Germany, as well as House Restaurant on Oregon and California, 12th Street Invermere. with a big show at the Tickets can be purchased renowned San Francisco at the door for $10, but jazz club Yoshi’s. call 250-342-6344 for While she last reservations. For more played Strand’s with Ininformation on Ms. vermere’s own bassist, RISING STAR — B.C. jazz singer Jaclyn Guillou will be gracing Guillou’s music, Strand’s for the third time in her career on October 11th.

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October 4, 2013 . . . ‘Saul’ from page 9

Rugged Rockies The Fairmont Range (above), as seen from a beach south of Windermere, sported a light dusting of snow on Monday, September 30th (Nicole Trigg photo); the Rocky Mountains alongside the Kootenay River, as seen from a Highway 93 viewpoint about 10 kilometres northeast of Radium Hot Springs last Friday (September 27th), were nearly as frosty (Greg Amos photo).

Entertaining the idea that both options are possible is more aligned with holistic First Nations philosophy than the linear 19th century European mindset dictating that man must conquer nature, not be a part of it.

‘Who cares what the cost of a fish ladder is?” Mr. Saul asked. “It’s miniscule compared to the cost of building the actual dam.”

More weight has to be given to the First Nation way of life, he continued. Universities teaching that the establishment of Canada was an entirely European accomplishment devoid of aboriginal influence are promoting a false history that needs to be rewritten, he argued, citing accounts by early explorers whereby they married into aboriginal families to become part of a much larger economy of trading nations, relying on a wife who taught them to survive the brutally cold winters.

“They considered it ‘marrying up’,” Mr. Saul explained.

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SOCIAL GRANTS PROGRAM Family Resource Centre

PEOPLE with DIVERSE ABILITIES COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSESSMENT

The Family Resource Centre of Invermere, with financial support from the Columbia Basin Trust, is undertaking a project to improve the quality and accessibility of services for people with diverse abilities in the Columbia Valley.

The views and input of parents, caregivers and families of, individuals with diverse abilities, as well as service providers, is essential to the success of the project.

Golfers enjoyed the 11th annual Turning Copper Into Gold golf tournament at The Ridge golf course at Copper Point on Tuesday, October 1st.

The annual tournament is the prime fundraiser for the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, which was able to pay off the mortgage on the building it inhabits at the crossroads after last year’s tourney. Top: a snowy Mount Nelson presides over Stan Nokleby’s shot on the 18th hole; Dale Elliott impresses onlookers with his drive on the 16th hole; Todd Mitchell loads up for a drive. After a dinner and live auction that evening, the tournament raised nearly $25,000 towards renovations that will allow the chamber to host office spaces for not-for-profit organizations. Photos by Greg Amos

If you are an individual with diverse abilities, or someone involved with one, we want to hear from you in a private, confidential one on one interview.

Please be assured that no personal names will be disclosed and that all information provided will be given in strict confidence.

All who participate in this project will be invited to the release of the final report.

To have your voice heard, please call the Family Resource

Centre of Invermere at

250-342-5566

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October 4, 2013

YOUR MONEY

Can my will be legally challenged?

Most people assume the provisions of their Last Will and Testament will be exercised in the manner they had intended. However, for people residing in the province of B.C., this might not be the case. This is because estates in this jurisdiction have the potential to be challenged under the Wills Variation Act. What is the Wills Variation Act? If the spouse or children of the testator feel that the division of property in the testator’s will is unfair, they may bring forth a claim under the Wills Variation Act. The Wills Variation Act gives the courts discretion to change the provisions of a will to a manner it deems as “adequate, just and equitable” given the circumstances.

In the case of most wills, one’s assets almost always pass to their spouse and children, in that order. If the division of assets is done fairly, it is unlikely there would be a claim to the Wills Variation Act. If not, a claim could be made and the testator’s assets could be re-allocated.

Who can make a claim?

The only people who can make a claim under the Wills Variation Act are the legally married, common law or same-sex spouse of the testator; or biological or legally adopted children of the testator. This definition also includes spouses who are legally separated. Legally divorced spouses, dependent stepchildren or biological children who were given up for adoption are unable to make a claim.

What assets are included?

Any asset that passes through the testator’s will may be included in a Wills Variation Act claim. Assets with a named beneficiary do not flow through a will and are in no danger of a claim, such as life insurance policies, Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) or TaxFree Savings Accounts (TFSAs). Assets in true joint tenancy with a right of survivorship are also immune.

Although assets with named beneficiaries bypass one’s will, their value is still considered when making a Wills Variation Act claim.

For example, imagine that a widow dies with two assets to her name — a life insurance policy and a house, each worth $500,000. She names her son as the beneficiary of her life insurance policy, which will bypass her will. To keep things fair, she names her daughter as the sole beneficiary of her will, through which her house will pass.

If the son made a claim through the Wills Variation Act that he was left out of the will and should get 50 per cent of the estate, the courts would likely deem the claim is without merit since he was already compensated equally through the life insurance policy.

Common reasons for claims As everyone’s personal circumstances and family dynamics are different, the reasons for bringing claims under the Wills Variation Act are as varied as the out-

comes. On a larger scale, the disinheritance of a child and not adequately providing for a spouse are common complaints.

In the case of disinheritance, the courts may side with the testator if the person in question has personal problems of a very serious nature. If the reason for disinheritance is considered discriminatory, however, the ruling will likely be in the claimant’s favor.

Additionally, those who make a small provision in their will to an unfavoured child and expect this will satisfy the courts that the child has not been disinherited could be sorely mistaken.

Situations where one’s estate skips their legal spouse entirely will likely also result in a redistribution of assets, with some or all of the testator’s estate going to their spouse.

How to avoid claims There are several ways to avoid claims under the Wills Variation Act. These include naming beneficiaries or putting assets in true joint tenancy. Giving one’s assets away prior to death is another sure-fire way to avoid a claim.

If you are concerned that a Wills Variation Act claim may be made against your estate one day, or are considering putting assets in joint name, speak with your lawyer and accountant to ensure you are setting things up properly.

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

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

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Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund Request for Proposals The Kootenay Conservation Program (KCP) and Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) are seeking proposals for projects that will benefit conservation in the area from Spillimacheen to Canal Flats. To apply for funding go to www.kootenayconservation.ca and click on Local Conservation Fund. Review the Terms of Reference paying particular attention to Section 8 – Fund Design, and apply using the application form provided.

Salmon celebration

The third annual Columbia Salmon Festival educated youngsters at Kinsmen Beach on Saturday, September 28th and brought some bold ideas around restoring the chinook salmon run later that night at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Clockwise from top left: Aiden Bailey from Kimberley is given a look at some fish in an aquarium by Bill Green of the Columbia River Inter-tribal Fisheries Council; Ktunaxa Nation lands and resources stewardship assistant Bonnie Harvey introduces keynote speaker John Ralston Saul; the Rosie Brown Band entertains the crowd at Kinsmen Beach; Fairmont Hot Springs Resort head naturalist Jocelyn MacGregor educates youngsters from Windermere Elementary about Kokanee salmon at the Spruce Grove Campground where the fish were spawning last week. Backdrop: a map shows the many dams obstructing salmon along the length of the Columbia River; a canoe rests on the shore at Kinsmen Beach during the event, held on a windy day that churned up waves on the lake.

Photos by Dan Walton, Nicole Trigg and Greg Amos

Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund (CVLCF) funding is available for conservation projects that result in the reduction to a known threat to biodiversity. Projects that are technically sound and effective, and provide value for money through partnerships with other funders will have priority. Proponents must be a registered not-for-profit organization, First Nations band, or local government.

Unqualified groups or organizations may partner with a qualified organization. Multi-year projects are acceptable to a maximum three years. A Technical Review Committee will review project proposals and make recommendations to the RDEK for final funding approval.

Closing dates for project submissions is 4:30 p.m. October 31, 2013. Projects specific to land acquisition and/or conservation covenants may be submitted at any time during the year.

Project proposals must be submitted in writing and delivered by mail or email to: Dave Hillary, Program Manager Kootenay Conservation Program P.O. Box 2767, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0 Email: dave@kootenayconservation.ca Phone: 250-688-1508

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. . . ‘Weir’ from page 3 “Our goal is to find a solution that is acceptable to all parties involved, ensuring that fish habitat is protected and navigation is safe,” said Mr. Tracz.

But for Invermere resident and Lake Windermere Ambassadors board member Gurmeet Brar, the only acceptable option is to keep the groyne.

“For all intents and purposes to me, it’s a heritage site. It should’ve been designated as such a long time ago,” said Mr. Brar, who has started a campaign to preserve the groyne, going by the name SOW (or Save Our Weir). He says a public boardwalk could be built on top of it, and thinks unfortunately there is a low probability of the campaign’s success, since Public Works is determined to remove the weir.

“Why can’t we use some Public Works money to rehabilitate it? People keep commenting that there should be more public access to the water in Invermere – if we make the weir a boardwalk, well there you go,” said Mr. Brar, adding the rehabilitation costs could be easily covered by the money earmarked for its removal.

“The weir’s really poorly marked,” he said. “If it’s a

concern about safety, that it’s a liability, why hasn’t it been properly marked with standard navigation aids?”

The Pioneer attempted to but was unable to get confirmation by press deadline from the relevant government departments on whether responsibility for properly marking the weir lies with Publics Works and Government Services Canada or with the federal Ministry of Transport.

For several years the local Rotary Club voluntarily marked the weir, since nobody else was doing it properly, according to acting local Rotary president Rod Turnbull.

“We (Rotary) were told a few years ago to remove the buoys we had put there because we would be liable if somebody didn’t see them and had an accident,” said Mr. Turnbull, adding he also doesn’t see why money is being spent on removing the weir when it could just be spent on correctly marking it.

“I run a bed and breakfast and we’ve had a few guest who’ve gone down there (in boats) and they see these improper, simple white buoys, think it’s just somebody’s tie up, and then absolutely ruin their propellors on it,” he said.

When Rotary was responsible for marking the weir it

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was done correctly and about a dozen buoys marked the structure, according to Rotary Club member Eric Redeker.

“It was quite obvious (where the weir was) in the beginning. I don’t know what they have now, but it’s less than when we started marking it,” said Mr. Redekker, adding Rotary also found it difficult to maintain the buoys.

“The buoys slowly disappeared,” he said, adding the district of Invermere eventually took over responsibility for marking the weir.

“We (the district) still do that; we still put out some buoys,” said district chief administrative officer Chris Prosser, adding that technically the district has no jurisdiction over the matter.

“It’s just something we’re doing because of the complaints we receive,” said Mr. Prosser, adding questions about properly marking the weir should be directed to Transport Canada.

Two years ago, the federal government approached the district about taking over the weir. The district declined to do so because of the liability associated with it, according to Mr. Prosser.

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Jumbo checkpoint breaks during investigation

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff After the Citizens for Jumbo Wild spent the summer months observing the activities of Jumbo Glacier Resort from their roadside checkpoint on the Farnham Creek road, they’ve indefinitely packed it in.

Until the Environmental Assessment Office of B.C. finishes investigating whether the use of an excavator by Glacier Resorts Ltd. is in violation of its own legally-binding environmental commitments, the Citizens for Jumbo Wild won’t be stationed on site, said K. Linda Kivi with Citizens for Jumbo Wild.

“We are continuing to monitor and observe GRL’s activities,” she said. “We’re no longer camped on the road, per se, but volunteers continue to keep an eye on the road and any activities that are going on there. We continue to have a presence but not an overnight presence anymore.”

The checkpoint will return should the construction resume, she said, adding that the Citizens for Jumbo Wild were satisfied with the result of their efforts over the summer.

The group is thrilled that they were

Rockies player profile

able to keep on eye on activities of the company and have nothing to report regarding any breaches of Environmental Assessment conditions, said Ms. Kivi.

#17 Ryan Henderson

HAPPY CAMPERS — While Glacier Resorts Ltd.’s excavator use on Farnham Glacier is under investigation, the Citizens for Jumbo Wild will not maintain a checkpoint camp on Farnham Creek road. File photo

Ryan “Hendy” Henderson is a member of the Columbia Valley Rockies for the third season. He loves the community and says “It’s been sweet to be part of a team re-build.”

The Rockies were not a strong team in the 2011-2012 season, but have built on a base that Ryan is a big part of. He is the team points leader averaging 1.3 points per game after eight games thus far. Just like many young men, his dad Wayne has been the biggest influence in his life.

Ryan said he really appreciates the

The Best Retirement Possible

In this modern age there is no reason that seniors shouldn’t have the best retirement possible. The ideals of having a comfortable home, being able to set your own schedule based upon your interests, exceptionally delicious and nutritious food with the company of others should be the norm, not the exception. Seniors should be able to live in a place that ensures they can maintain their independence while also having their needs met, instead of just a ‘home on the hill,’ Fortunately Columbia Garden Village believes in the higher quality of life and aims to provide an entirely new form of housing to seniors that will ensure all residents will have the most opportunity to experience the best years of their life, on their terms.

Columbia Garden Village is an amazing community located at an ideal location in Invermere, British Columbia. It features a variety of apartment sizes to suit any senior’s lifestyle ranging from studio apartments to two bedrooms supported with various cooking and cleaning services to ensure that seniors can spend more time living their lives and less time worrying about scrubbing the floors. Included in each of these maintenance-free suites is a range of features designed to accommodate even the most independent resident’s desires, while still having 24-hour emergency monitoring service for a little extra piece of mind.

Full kitchens are laid out to be as bright and comfortable as possible and come with a stove and refrigerator to allow for the

community support that began last season and has grown stronger this year.

At 20 years old, this will be Ryan’s last year of eligibility for junior hockey, and he sees the team around him as strong enough to win the division. He admits that they haven’t played to their capabilities yet, but says this is the best team he has been part of since coming to the KIJHL. “Hendy” says the team has worked very hard and the addition of his best friend Adam to the team has just added to the fun!

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preparation of personal meals or snacks anytime. Each suite is also equipped with its own personal heat and air conditioning to allow the residents to decide their personal comfort level.

can enjoy delicious meals which are prepared by on-site chefs, and are served by a passionate and cheerful wait staff who are always happy to welcome guests and family to any meal.

Stepping beyond the privacy of their personal suite, residents will find a wide range and variety of common and shared areas including a fully stocked library, on-site beauty salons, a luxurious and relaxing spa room, a games room filled with a variety of leisure opportunities, and an activity-room which hosts a range of interesting events and entertainment. All this is supplemented with several very cozy and conveniently-placed lounges. Each of these areas is easily accessible, and help to encourage the strong sense of community that makes the Village such a wonderful place to be. Columbia Garden Village also realizes just how much pets are a part of the family which is why the building is completely pet friendly, encouraging residents to bring their companions with them to share their suite.

In addition to these wonderful amenities, utility bills including water, heat, air conditioning, and cable television are covered by the low-monthly rent, allowing seniors to spend less time worrying about bills and more time enjoying their retirement.

The hospitality services come with no extra charge to the affordable monthly rent which allow residents to enjoy worry-free benefits like the 24-hour emergency monitoring, weekly housekeeping, the wide variety of daily social and recreational activities, as well as the complimentary shuttle bus.

Also of note is the fantastic central dining room which is both elegant and intimate with its own fireplace. There, residents

Columbia Garden Village’s location in Invermere is only a short drive away from the small town’s vibrant recreational core which is filled with an array of shops and services. Nestled in the Columbia Valley, one can be assured of spectacular and scenic views of the surrounding mountains. This setting only adds to a peaceful and relaxing environment that Columbia Garden Village aims to provide for its residents. With many parks, golf courses, and the magnificent Lake Windermere located nearby there is an abundance of adventure to be had.

Without having to worry about the responsibilities of home-ownership seniors at Columbia Garden Village are able to enjoy their lives to the fullest in whatever way they choose. Open daily, call (250) 341-3350 to find out more information or to schedule a tour.

October 4, 2013

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PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS S OBITUARY S Jason Charman

October 29, 1969 to September 28, 2013

Sadly, Jason passed away suddenly at home on September 28th at the age of 43.

Jason loved the Windermere valley and all it had to offer and faced his life challenges head on. He will be remembered for his huge heart and beautiful soul.

We invite Jason's many friends to join us at the Edgewater Legion on Saturday, October 12th, between 2 - 6 pm to share some stories and raise a pint.

S IN MEMORIAM S DOROTHY MORGAN September 8, 1924 ~ August 19, 2013

In her 89th year, Dorothy passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on August 19, 2013.

Dorothy lived in Bracebridge, Ontario until Sept. 2008 when she and her husband Ernest moved to Invermere, to be near their daughter Sharon.

Dorothy had a great love of books, and fulfilled a life-long dream when she opened a Christian lending library at her home in Bracebridge.

She also had a television show called “Golden Moments” on the local cable network, where she would read inspirational stories reflecting her strong religious beliefs. Later, Ernest joined her on the show which ran for over 10 years.

Dorothy and Ernest travelled to India, Africa and South America distributing Bibles and spreading the Word of the Lord.

They were lifelong members of the Gideon Bible Society, and Dorothy hosted many monthly meetings.

Dorothy was a kind and loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She will be remembered with much love and wonderful memories by her children, 14 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, many relatives and friends.

The Morgan family sends our deepest gratitude to the angels at Columbia House who cared so lovingly for Dorothy over the last 4 years. God bless you all.

Donations in memory of Dorothy can be made to The Gideon Bible Society.

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

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

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

COMMERCIAL SPACE

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.

Cheers to Pioneer contributors Joe Lucas and Larry Halverson. Your great photos and stories enhance the paper on a regular basis, and your professionalism in helping us out as the deadline looms is hugely appreciated!

Cheers to our flower gals for awesome and beautiful displays.

For Lease: Micro office space, Panache Bldg., 250 - 300 sq. ft. each.

All new, available immediately.

Phone 250-342-5805.

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.

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

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to Linda and Franz, for my home make over! After the initial shock, I really do appreciate all the hard work and good ideas you put into it. I absolutely love it.

Cheers to The Blue Dog. Your food is as fantastic as your staff. Best place to eat in the valley!

Cheers to the rodent recyclers. The two owls at the flight cage want to thank everyone for donating their mice and other unwanted houseguests. Keep them coming. From Hootie and Gibbs and the Invermere Veterinary Hospital.

Cheers to Panorama, Invermere and Wilmer for a life changing 2 years!

Bigger Cheers to the Mayor and Madam of Wilmer for generously opening your hearts, home and pantry for a friend in need. Jeers to nothing and no one, not even the wasps, the journey is too short! Till next time.

A Huge JEERS to everyone who still drives to the outskirts of Wilmer to drop off their trash. Come on people! Get your act together, and quit ruining this beautiful place we call home, with all of your garbage.

Take it to the Windermere landfill where it belongs, and where it is also FREE of charge!

Cheers to realtor Geoff Hill for going above and beyond in making DREAMS come true! You are an amazing example of why we choose this to be our HOME.

Cheers to the staff at Windermere Valley Golf Course for another great weekend! A huge Cheers to Bob Vachon, the 2013 Men’s Club Champion!

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

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

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

Cheers to the slaughterhouse, looking forward to driving past you every day. Thinking about all the locally grown beef, pork, chickens, and anything else locally grown.

And we welcome the new job opportunities, way to go.

Lost: A key bundle with Mickey’s Auto Body Tag. Reward, call 250342-6752 or 250-341-1410.

BIG, HUGE, GRATEFUL CHEERS to the two men who scared off the 3 deer that were pursuing me aggressively at the corner of 10th Ave. and 13th St. on Saturday, Sept.

28. I was really very frightened and had no idea what I was going to do.

Thank you so much!

BIG, HUGE, ANGRY JEERS to the deer!

Found: Two gas tanks for a boat, call 250-342-9733.

Cheers to Gracie Boake for being simply amazing!

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

Found: Pelican Pedal Boat on Lakeshore. Call 250-342-3147 to identify.

STORAGE NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

COMMERCIAL SPACE N E W S PA P E R

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

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

For lease: 725 sq. ft. office space in professional building. Street-level, air-conditioned. 712-10th Street.

Call 250-342-9767.

Mickey’s Auto Body building, 2,500 sq. ft. with office, two overhead doors, highway frontage. 250-3421185.

Retail opportunity in Invermere.

2,100 sq. ft. located on Main St. Rare vacancy in the busiest area of town. Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity, call now 250-2701707, ask for Josh. Short or long term okay.

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

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

Non-smokers only, N/P. $400/ mo available Oct. 1st or $450/mo available Nov. 1st. Phone or text 250-342-5937.

SUITE FOR RENT Windermere: Upper Hilltop Road.

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

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.

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SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

CONDO FOR RENT

WANTED

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

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

STARTING AT $500/mo.

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

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

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

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

Available immediately. 250-2700729.

Invermere: 3-bdrm semi-detached.

Close to all schools and downtown.

Available now. Pets negotiable. $850/mo + utilities. Call Joan 250342-7517 for viewing.

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

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.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOUSE FOR RENT

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.

Invermere townhouse for rent available Nov. 1st, 2013. 2-bdrm upstairs + office/bdrm space in basement. N/S, pets on approval, single car garage, 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.

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.

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.

250-341-6003.

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.

Windermere: Beautiful 1-bdrm walkout basement suite. N/S, no pets, references required. $725/ mo, unfurnished or $800/mo, furnished. Utilities incl. 250-2700821 Avail. immediately.

New construction, never lived in 1-bdrm walkout located in Wilder sub-division. Stainless appliances, heated bathroom floors. Two blocks from the beach/downtown. Must see! N/S, N/P, $950/mo + hydro.

Internet/wifi and cable included, lease required. Call 250-270-1707.

Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated

492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

Kim Collens

Representative

toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671

kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com

Recipe Of The Week

SLOW COOKER SWEET & SMOKEY BRISKET

3 Leeks sliced ½ cup White Wine 1/3 cup Dried Apricots, sliced 3 cloves Garlic, minced

1 tblsp fresh Ginger, grated 1 tsp Hot Smoked Paprika ¾ tsp Salt ½ tsp Pepper 1.35 kg boneless Beef Brisket

Place leeks, wine and apricots in slow cooker.

Stir garlic, ginger, paprika, salt and pepper; rub over beef and place in slow cooker.

Cover and cook on low until beef is tender, 8 to 10 hours.

Remove beef to cutting board and tent with foil.

Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Skim fat from liquid; serve leek mixture and liquid with beef.

See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

Home Of The Week Perfectly Peaceful at the Peaks!

Furnished ground floor condo on the quiet side of the Poplar building. Soak up the views, enjoy the wildlife or watch the kids playing on the lawn outside your door.

$169,500

MLS®

2218277

For Rent: small one bedroom home in Athalmer with yard and parking.

Full kitchen, shower and small deck. $650/mo includes utilities.

N/S, pets negotiable. Call 250-3415639 to view.

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.

3-bdrm furnished house in Windermere. Available immediately. $1,000/mo + $500 damage deposit.

Includes hydro, satellite, internet.

Shared laundry. N/S, N/P. Call Doug or Tracy at 250-342-3047.

4-bdrm, 2-bath, walking distance to downtown, schools, hospital, N/S, W/D, D/W, microwave.

References, $1200/mo plus utilities, invermerehomerentals@gmail.com, 250-341-1650, avail. immediately.

Sunny, walk out bungalow in Wilder subdivision, available in Oct. Close to town and Kinsmen 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 $1,200/mo. Furnished option available. Term negotiable.

Contact Gord: 403-808-1995.

For rent 4-bdrm/8 bed 2000 sq. ft. bungalow, fully furnished, 5 appliances, A/C, hot tub, $2,100/ mo, utilities incl. Kinsmen Beach, bus stop close by, 6-10 month lease, avail Oct. 20th, 1502- 10th Ave. Call 403-629-5339.

Invermere: 2-bdrm upper-level furnished suite with large yard.

Available November 1st - April 30th. Close walk to downtown. N/S, N/P, W/D. $900/mo + utilities, has woodstove, references required.

250-342-6605.

CONDO FOR RENT 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.

Radium 2-bdrm, 2-bath condo in Aspen Condo, 1,045 sq. ft.

Fireplace, A/C, in-suite laundry.

Furnished or unfurnished, Lease required. $975/mo or $1,175/mo furnished includes utilities. Phone 1-403-608-4652.

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.

Eric or Dave 250-342-4040

FirstChoiceRentals.ca

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.

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.

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.

CONDO FOR SALE 2-bdrm, 2 full bath, W/D, 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.

Wood-fired Jamie Oliver forno oven, $2,500. Call Steve, 403-8503612.

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

Local grown organic garlic. Call Sammy’s garlic farm at 250-3423921 or 250-342-5801.

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.

1999 Ford Expedition Eddie Baver Model. 125, 000 km, asking $5,500 O.B.O. 250-342-6226 days, 250347-9934 nights.

1990 Ford Tempo standard, good running cond. $500. 250-688-5029.

FITNESS Zumba Fitness with Julie Parent.

Zumba classes run from Oct. to Dec. Mon., Wed. and Thurs. at 5:30 p.m. at J.A. Laird School Gym. $50/mo or drop in $10/class. For current class schedules check out my website at www.julieparent. zumba.com or my Facebook page Zumba Fitness – Julie Parent. For more information call or text Julie at 250-341-5474.

SERVICES Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning & inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

Please email classified ads to

info@cv-pioneer.com

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SERVICES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Water treatment & purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners & conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-3425089.

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

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

kimberleyrae.ca

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

250-342-5102 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 Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net 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.

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 beneficial 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.

Attention stay-at-home moms or other hard workers. Cleaning staff needed. Good pay, flexible hours.

Radium hotel. Please call 250-3479305.

Chasse Holdings Ltd. logging outfit is looking for a heavy-duty mechanic/welder to come work for us! Please call Jacques at 250-3421610 or Brady at 250-342-1402.

SUMMIT HUT (2770 m) and MILE ONE HUTS. Panorama Mountain Resort. B.C. Canada is seeking fulltime winter staff. Located on the mountain at Panorama Resort, the huts offer a full café menu and après-ski. A minimum two years experience in a busy cafe, great attitude and love of the mountains are also required. Perks include ski pass, fresh tracks, good tips and great views. Email resume to jaqandray@telus.net.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Fiona Wilfley, AEP Intuitive Reader

Fairmont Hot Springs Studio • 250-342-1713

Please call 250-341-6299 to place your classified ad.

THANK YOU Thank you

to Lynne Grillmair for donating a beautiful landscape picture of Edgewater to the wonderful Golf Fundraiser on Sept 15th that was in honour of Steve, who is battling brain cancer.

Love from the Waite Family.

HELP WANTED

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

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

Apply via email: timhortons.invermere@gmail.com

Ad Designer Merritt Herald The Merritt Herald is looking for an Advertising Creative Consultant to work along side our award winning design team.

Hours of work: full time hours Responsibilities: • Ad design using InDesign & Photoshop • Real Estate listings • Uploading information to the internet • Mockup of paper editions • Reception • Additonal duties as required This individual must be able to endure pressure/ deadline situations and yet keep a healthy sense of humour with their fellow employees.

The Merritt Herald publishes and distributes to over 8300 homes twice a week. If you feel you have what it takes to be a star among our stars we look forward to hearing from you.

To apply, please forward your resume with a cover letter to: Theresa Arnold, Publisher Merritt Herald 2090 Granite Ave., P.O. Box 9 Merritt, B.C. V1K 1B8 e-mail: publisher@merrittherald.com

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN) Snow removal contracts are required for: Area #1 Kimberley Administration Zone Office, Maintenance Compound, Lindsay Park Elementary School and the Blarchmont Learning Center in Kimberley, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Evan Stavrev at 250-427-2268.

Area #2 Selkirk Secondary School, McKim School, Marysville Elementary School, Kimberley Alternate School and the International Education Building in Kimberley, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Evan Stavrev at 250-427-2268.

Area #3 (Snow removal and sanding) Martin Morigeau Elementary School parking lot in Canal Flats, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Brian Nickurak at 250-342-6814.

Area #4 (Snow removal and sanding) Edgewater Elementary School parking lot in Edgewater, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Brian Nickurak at 250-342-6814.

Area #5 Golden Secondary School parking lots and bus turnaround in Golden, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Alan Ure at 250-344-8643.

Snow removal will take place if over 3” of snow on the ground and must be completed prior to 7:00 a.m.

Contracts will be based on the type of equipment and hourly rates.

Please list your equipment and the hourly rates.

Contractors are welcome to bid on all areas; however, separate bids for each area must be submitted by 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2013. More than one contract may be issued. The lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted.

Sealed tenders must be marked “Snow Removal Contract with the Area #” and submitted to: Steve Jackson, AScT Director of Operations Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 PO Box 430 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

Pioneer Classified Advertising 250-341-6299

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Fence and underpasses unveiled A new section of 4.7 kilometres of wildlife exclusion fencing along Highway 93 in Kootenay National Park was unveiled last Friday, September 27th, near the Dolly Varden Day Use area. Clockwise from top left: Parks Canada wildlife crossing project manager Trevor Kinley displays a new motion sensor camera, two of which are set up on either side of each of the three new underpassess; Lake Louise, Yoho and Kootenay Field Unit Superintendent Melanie Kwong points along the path animals who become trapped on the highway can follow to exit at one of several jumpouts along the highway; Mr. Kinley explains how the underpasses will work, as B.C. and Alberta media take notes, and Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks and Radium Hot Springs mayor Dee Conklin listen; Parks Canada staff examine the eight-foot dropoff that encourages animals to leave the highway using a jumpout, rather than enter from one.

Photos by Greg Amos

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Special spectators settle in at Headbanger race Nearly a dozen bighorn sheep graced the start and finish area of the sixth annual Headbanger Trail Challenge in Radium Hot Springs on Saturday, September 28th. Clockwise from top left: the placid sheep contently observed the start and finish of each race; Calgary’s Dan Barker surges towards the finish line of the 12-kilometre race; Liz Vanderkruk, Terry Collins, Nadyia Fry (who did not race, but did run to the race from Invermere) and Richard Unger relax after the race; Robert Osiowy from Banff charges to a second-place finish; youngsters storm out of the gate at the start of the three-kilometre race; Invermere’s Penny Powers paces herself to a second-place finish amongst women; eventual race winner Brent Hughes of Cranbrook charges up a hill en route to a time of 56 minutes and 24 seconds.

Photos by Greg Amos

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Ecosystem restored at Thunder Hill Ranch Submitted by Dave Hillary Kootenay Conservation Program Editor’s note: this is the second in a six-part series about the Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund and the projects it has been a part of in the region.

In 2004, Thunder Hill Ranch on Columbia Lake became the first ranching and conservation partnership project in the region, after owner Brian McKersie welcomed the Nature Conservancy of Canada onto his property.

One of the largest operational ranches in the East Kootenay, Thunder Hill features a host of key natural features that make it perfect for conservation activity, said Hillary Page, the Nature Conservancy’s project stewardship coordinator.

The landscape of the ranch, found north of Canal Flats, includes Douglas fir and ponderosa pine forests and grasslands with blue-bunch wheatgrass, fescues and june grass.

Along with rich wetlands, ponds and Marion Creek running through it, the ranchland provides critical winter range for elk and deer, as well as cattle for the ranch.

Naturally, the landscape also provides for carnivores such as grizzly and black bears, cougar, coyotes and badgers.

Another at-risk species, Lewis’s woodpecker is also found on the property, which connects to the 504-acre (204 hectare) Marion Creek Benchlands property, also under the Nature Conservancy’s guidance. The Marion Creek Benchlands, along with Thunder Hill, the Nature Trust’s Columbia Lake West and Crown land, provide more than 7,400 acres (3,000 hectares) of connected conservation land on the west side of Columbia Lake.

Along with providing vital connectivity corridors for wildlife, the Nature Conservancy is conducting ongoing grassland restoration and forest thinning work, including prescribed burns.

Working with the Conservancy and Mr. McKersie on the Thunder Hill Ranch Ecosystem Restoration Project are the provincial government (Crown land) and The Nature Trust.

“Everyone has managed to work together. It’s a winwin for everybody,” said Ms. Page, noting the thinning work decreases fire hazards and restores grassland and

range on the benches.

“It’s good for wild land and works as a fire guard,” noted Cranbrook-based restoration forester Jeff Allen who is working with NCC. Also aiding the NCC is important funding from the Regional District of East Kootenay’s Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund, managed in partnership with the Kootenay Conservation Program and derived from a $20 annual levy of properties in the valley by the regional government.

The Local Conservation Fund has served as a uniting force in the Columbia Valley, said Ms. Page. When the fund started, no one conservation group knew what others were up to, she said, with similar organizations seeking support from the same small pots of money.

“Now we are all talking and coordinated,” THINNING THUNDER — Nature Conservancy project stewshe said. ardship coordinator Hillary Page, left, and Kootenay Conservation In 2010, the Nature Conservancy conduct- Program administrative assistant Duncan Whittick, right, listen to ed pile burning with funding from the Local Cranbrook-based forester Jeff Allen explain the latest thinning work Conservation Fund and Columbia Basin Trust that has occurred on Thunder Hill Ranch.

Photo submitted and in 2013 a mastication project was conductWhile recently thinned sites may appear like a freshed, with funding from the same agencies. ly logged area, “you really have to walk them in three or The funding was also timely as it created employfive years to get a sense of the impact of the work. Our ment for many displaced forestry workers over the past objective is really 200 years from now,” when tree species few years, meaning economic benefits to the valley.

Bigger jobs are put out to tender and work crews hit such as ponderosa pine have returned, he said.

Allen also noted that the restoration work isn’t being the land – with jobs that wouldn’t normally have been available if not for the Local Conservation Fund and done solely for elk habitat.

“We’re not managing for elk; we’re managing ecosysprojects managed by the Nature Conservancy. tems,” he said.

Mr. Allen estimates that since 1996-1997, about $14 Land that is healthy for wildlife means healthy land million has been presented in wages, for forestry workers for a ranch, Ms. Page said. taking part in restoration projects on crown land.

“Brian is happy with the work because over the long“It’s basically money going into peoples’ pockets,” term it will increase his forage,” she reported, adding the he said, explaining the Thunder Hill work has employed crews numbering 20 to 30 workers. “It helped a lot of long-time valley rancher also understands that conservation requires vigilance. mill workers through 2008 and 2009,” he said.

“It’s what you do with the land post conservation Along with providing employment to aid valley families, the project is “creating resilient ecosystems,” Ms. that matters,” she said.

For more information on the regional district’s Page added.

Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund, go to Mr. Allen explained the thinning work that is ongoing on Thunder Hill Ranch will have long-term benefits. www.kootenayconservation.ca .

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FAITH

How do you spell “love”?

By Pastor Trevor Hagan, Lake Windermere Alliance Church I remember being taught a simple little lesson in spelling that did not equate in my mind but made a whole lot of sense in my living. Someone asked me once how to spell “love”.

Duh, I thought; “L.O.V.E.” I said it with a self-righteous smugness. The point of the question did not catch up to me until later.

We had spent the afternoon putting together food hampers right around Thanksgiving.

As we divided food into different boxes and then loaded the boxes into the van, I could not stop thinking what a good idea this was to help people celebrate Thanksgiving by helping them to be thankful for something.

At one point I opened my mouth and said something about what I was thinking.

Our leader stopped and looked at me and said he was trying to teach us of a better way to spell love: “G.I.V.E.” This whole venture was not about giving people something to be thankful for, it was for us to learn that our

actions often speak louder than our words.

We all stopped and had a chat about what giving is all about.

The word “giving” is the verb form of “gift”. So what is a gift?

A gift is the transfer of something without the expectation of receiving something in return.

What an excellent way of showing the meaning of love without words… to give something meaningful without the expectation of receiving something in return.

We were giving hampers to needy people, to tell them that they mattered, that they were loved. There are so many ways to give.

I really like these verses from 2 Corinthians 9:67: “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”

In the book Purpose Driven Life, Rick Warren makes a profound statement: “You can give without loving, but you cannot love without giving.”

So tell someone today that you love them — and try doing it without using words.

Splash cash Columbia Valley Pioneer and Invermere Valley Echo publisher RoseMarie Regitnig draws the winning tickets in the Rotary Club’s splash park fundraising raffle on Monday, September 30th, as Rotary Club members Peter Evans, Peter McIsaac, Barb Smith and Kerri-Anne Thomas look on. Top prize (a trip to the Bahamas) went to Jenna Minnaar, Mr. or Mrs. Turvey (no first name on ticket) won $1,000 and Tim Strand won $500. The raffle raised $9,000 for the splash park.

Photo by Steve Hubrecht

Valley Churches LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, October 6th 10:30 a.m.: Worship and Life Instruction...’Only GOD Is Triune AND One’...

Pastor Trevor ministering.

“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 7:00 p.m.: Worship at St. Peter’s, Windermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday, 10 a.m.; Worship 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

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