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November 14, 2014

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5 candidates Q&A Cenotaph Park in Invermere set the scene for Invermere’s annual Remembrance Day parade and ceremony on Tuesday, November 11th. Ceremonies also took place in Canal Flats and Edgewater.

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Candidates mostly agreed that industrial tax rates are competitive in Invermere. Mr. Anderson said the district’s Five candidates are vying for four council positions at rates are set at 2.7 times the residential rate, which is almost the District of Invermere, and voters had the opportunity on par with the 2.63 provincial average — appropriate for to compare those in the running at the all-candidates fo- Invermere because there isn’t enough industry to support a rum last week. Those in the running are incumbents Greg low tax rate. Mr. Miller said tax rates are competitive, and Anderson, Justin Atterbury and Paul Denchuk, as well as that his efforts saw them reduced to their current levels durnewcomer Kayja Becker and former councillor Al Miller. ing his previous term on council. Ms. Becker said tax rates Around 75 people were in the theatre at David Thomp- aren’t too high, but as the district competes with commercial son Secondary School on Monday, November 10th for the real estate near the crossroads and elsewhere, efforts need to event moderated by Craig Knapp. Candidates were able to be made to ensure Invermere businesses are receiving top prepare answers as they were given notice of the questions value. Mr. Atterbury said that, like any local business owner, before the forum. After their introduction, the first question he would benefit from a tax break, but that hypotheticalwas about the quality of Invermere’s drinking water. ly the money would be more valuable to the district. Mr. The candidates didn’t all agree on what causes the odour Denchuk said the current rate is set fairly, right around the or smell from public tap water, but each had a solution. Mr. provincial average, and that during his campaign he’s only Atterbury proposed a $200 rebate program towards a car- heard one business owner mention high rates as a concern. bon filter for each private residence. That solution worked Each candidate had a chance to pitch their support tofor his business, he said, and the cost of replacing filters ward small business and economic development. Twentywould be less than the property tax increase needed for two-year-old Ms. Becker said the issue is crucial if she’s to live new infrastructure. Ms. Becker said a carbon filter rebate the rest of her life in Invermere, and that the district should program would be an effective short-term solution, but in collaborate with Panorama Mountain Village and neighbourorder to avoid the perpetual problem of poor water quality, ing hot springs communities for cross promotions. Also, efshe plans to figure out a long-term solution to replace aging forts need to be made to entice young entrepreneurs to open infrastructure. Mr. Anderson said the problem seems to oc- shop in the valley, she said. Mr. Miller said the district should cur in pockets of town, particularly residences serviced near work with the regional district to hire an economic developdead ends of water mains, and that the solution will likely ment officer. Mr. Denchuk praised the hiring of an events require aging infrastructure to be replaced. Mr. Denchuk co-ordinator last year, but said it’s best to allow the businesses said carbon filtering the water is a good solution, but he and Chamber of Commerce to drive growth. Mr. Anderson proposed that the district filter the water from the source, said a multi-faceted approach is best, allowing for an aging which could possibly be installed in tandem with a UV fil- population to live in Invermere and extending the stays of tration system that’s already planned. Mr. Miller said heavy second homeowners, and he supported Mr. Miller’s idea of testing will be required to find the problem, and a solution recruiting an economic development officer. Mr. Atterbury cited the world record breaking Whiteway skating track Regional District of East Kootenay as an economic driver, and said the valley should beBe part of the community come attractive to business Be part of the excitement owners capable of operating from satellite offices.

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Valley NEWS

Chief Barbara Cote to lead new Shuswap council

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Barbara Cote was named the new chief of the Shuswap Band at the new council’s first meeting on Monday, November 10th.

After winning one of three seats on council in the band’s November 7th election — alongside Timothy Eugene and Rosalita Pascal — Ms. Cote was elevated to the position of chief at the new council’s first meeting. With the greatest number of votes among any of the candidates, Ms. Cote was also the only councillor to win re-election.

“I’m really pleased to be working with the other two councillors,” she said. “We all come from different areas of expertise… people are going to be looked after. There will be lots of opportunities that we didn’t have before.”

The election garnered national attention upon the revelation of the previous chief and one councillor’s salaries, which exceeded $200,000 respectively. Ms. Cote was earning a relatively low figure of $57,700. The new council’s level of compensation “will not exceed what I’ve ever made, that’s for sure,” she said.

Councillor Eugene said that only good can come from Friday’s results. He hopes to erase the mentality of “us and them” among band members.

The first order of business under the new council will be to facilitate Ida Rivers’ property with functioning water and sewer, Chief Cote said. As featured in a National Post article published last week, Ms. Rivers’ living condition

epitomizes the level of inequality on the reserve.

Corporation will have some work to do after the compleLess urgent issues will be sorted out once the new tion of some upcoming road work. Chief Cote said the Ministry of Transportation has plans to widen Highway council is brought up to speed, Chief Cote said.

“We have to learn about what bank accounts we 93/95 along the intersection into Invermere, and upon have; what’s owing. We are just inundated with so many completion, the Shuswap will have more land available things right now that we’re just trying to prioritize what for commercial lease.

Council will be deciding on a new level of compensawe need to do, it’s a big maze.”

Before their meeting on Monday, Chief Cote said tion at the next council meeting on Friday, November 21st. a formal council meeting had not been held in eight years. Only a chief can call a meeting she said, so council will be meeting every Friday under her leadership.

In addition to Ms. Cote receiving the greatest number of votes, the decision by council to declare her chief was based on her role as a retiree of School District 6, which grants her the most time to dedicate to the job.

“I’ll be available all the time, just a phone call away,” she said.

Asked about the possibility of restructuring the Kinbasket Development Corporation, Chief Cote said professional consultation will be needed.

“We’re not aware at this time what should be done. There are a lot of legalities to sort out. We’ll bring in the SEWER SAVIOUR — Newly elected Shuswap chief Barbara Cote said that hooking up the Rivers’ residence with water and sewer will be the new council’s experts to help us with that,” she said.

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Slow for Emergency vehicles People tend to slow down for emergency vehicles on the side of the road, but often do not consider tow vehicles as emergency vehicles. Speeds approaching tow vehicles and operators on the side of the road have the potential for a serious incident. Traffic services last week conducted an education blitz at two locations in the valley. A tow vehicle was placed on the side of the road with a wreck, and the traffic was monitored via radar. Vehicles must slow to 70 kilometres per hour when approaching an emergency vehicle on the side of the road. Penalty for speeding is $173. The results were as follows: 56 warnings were issued for failing to slow down; two seatbelt charges; 10 speeding tickets; 12 vehicle defects (warnings); one no insurance and three fail to produce licence and registration.

• On Tuesday, November 4th at 9 p.m., the Columbia Valley Detachment received a complaint of an impaired driver. The vehicle and driver were located at Lower Lakeview Lane at a residence. The investigation resulted in a breath demand being given to a 68-year-old male from Invermere. The driver was charged with driving over .08 and will appear in Invermere Provincial Court on January 19th.

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Idle hands With idle hands, down time, not busy, nothing better to do, one can find a little bit of mischief to fill in the time. The maturity level drops a little. One would not expect to find childish behaviour with our police. If you only knew! While working in the Lower Mainland many years ago at a small community called Haney, now Ridge Meadows, we found ways to deal with idle hands. While some officers were in the restaurant, we would remove all hub caps from the police vehicle and put them back on very lightly. The result was when the officer got in and backed up, all hub caps would go clanging and rolling on the ground. The people in the restaurant would hear the clanging of hub caps and gaze out and have a laugh at the officer’s expense. One officer was a gentleman farmer and, in the evening, we would put one of his chickens in a police car. This was done to simply experiment with how quickly an officer can exit his vehicle — 2.5 seconds. In pitch darkness, have you ever checked your rearview mirror and wonder how you would react to red beady eyes staring back at you? Inquiring minds want to know. Placing a dog in the back seat would be in order — 1.6 seconds for that one. Family pet, so we saved the dog. Of course, there’s the old “move the police car around the block and watch the search pattern”.

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• On Saturday, November 8th, a 52-year-old male from Invermere was observed staggering and falling on 13th Street near Lambert Insurance. The male was found to be highly intoxicated and arrested for drunk in public. The male was released in the morning with a ticket under the Liquor Act for drunk in public.

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A celebrated David Thompson Sec“He could take the blightness of an ondary School teacher passed away last old gym or arena and turn it into someweekend, leaving family, friends, and forthing beautiful. He could make a silk mer students and colleagues recalling him purse out of pig’s ear,” said former DTSS with fondness. vice-principal Brian Stade.

Bill Thompson, who passed away Bill’s love of nature extended to his on Saturday, November 8th, taught scifamily as well. His daughter Sarah Haence and biology at the local high school gens remembers endless walks around from 1970 to 2005. He was affectionately Windermere as a kid.

Bill Thompson know as “Mr. T” and “Biology Bill” and “It wasn’t just a walk for exercise. He his teaching style and legendary field trips was always stopping to allow us to dismade a big impression on those around him. He had cover things and share his love of nature,” said Sarah. recently celebrated his 70th birthday in October.

“What comes to mind most is that he was a giver of his “He loved this valley. He taught students how to time. He was never too busy, even if he was. He was see the remarkable mountain habitat. He moved them always down on the floor, helping us build models, or out to nature on bus tours and walking trips, on ge- at the table helping us. Or helping out his grandkids in ology and botany treasure hunts,” said fellow retired the same way. He loved that.” teacher Anne Jardine. “When they first returned, stuWhen his kids were teenagers and worked late dents fondly remembered the stop at the Reddy Mart night shifts for summer jobs at valley resorts, Bill would for slushies, but, looking back later, they invariably re- think nothing of driving out to pick them up at 3 a.m. alized that they learned a lot of science.” and snoozing in the car while they finished up their “Bill knew how to nurture the oddball students, work, she recalled. the ones who asked the weird questions, the ones who “He always had a great understanding of human thought and learned in unusual ways. He sponsored nature, he was really empathetic,” Sarah said. “It takes Rocket Club and welcomed those students,” said Ms. a special kind of teacher to work at Open Doors and he Jardine. “He knew how to relate to the students who just fit right in.” have difficulty with school, the contrary ones, the di“When people are deeply in love with their work, vergent thinkers. His non-coercive, gentle style helped we think of it as a vocation or calling. Bill had such a them open up and learn in spite of their defenses.” calling,” said Ms. Jardine.

Fellow DTSS teacher Werner Kopp said Bill had a Bill was born in wartime England in 1944, but soft spot for struggling students. moved to B.C. with his parents and family in 1956.

“Bill often connected best with those kids. He was He worked in forestry for a few years before turning to a calm and patient man,” said Mr. Kopp. teaching. Bill is survived by his beloved wife Donna, Not surprisingly, after retiring, Bill volunteered at their two daughters and son, and their three grandkids the valley’s Open Doors alternative school, where he (with a fourth on the way). A celebration of life will be helped many students thrive. held on Saturday, November 15th at 1 p.m. at Christ Co-workers said Bill was eternally encouraging, Church Trinity.

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By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

The developments that have taken place regarding the Shuswap Band over the last few weeks are nothing short of amazing. First, the band makes headlines across Canada because the First Nations Financial Transparency Act reveals its nepotistic leaders are unethically raking in millions while many in the band are impoverished. Next, the serendipitous timing of the band’s election, scheduled to take place shortly after the news of the band’s financials break. Third, bolstered by the national attention and inspired by Barbara Cote’s fearless challenge to the Martin family, the Shuswap community bands together to elect compassionate leaders with new vision.

Already this is resulting in one band member’s quality of life drastically improving, with many more success stories undoubtedly to follow.

With Chief Cote’s lineage being both Shuswap and Aksiqnuk, we will also likely see renewed relations between both the valley’s First Nations. And don’t be surprised if the Shuswap’s 2006 decision to withdraw from the Ktunaxa Nation Tribal Council is revisited.

Valley residents, and Canadians, are simply ecstatic and delighted with the strength demonstrated by the Shuswap Band in Friday’s election. For such a marginalized group of people to make a unified decision for the overall good of their community is truly a moment that should go down in Columbia Valley history. It’s the start of a new chapter, not only for the Band, but for First Nations in Canada who, empowered by transparency, can help lead our great country into a prosperous and sustainable future.

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A copy of local author and former Pioneer publisher Elinor Florence’s debut novel, Bird’s Eye View, will be given to the first three people to drop by our office with the correct answer to the following question: What is the name of the book’s main character? Don’t miss the B.C. book launch for Bird’s Eye View at Pynelogs tonight.

Historical Lens

November 14, 2014

Gathering at the legion A group of men stand in front of the Legion Clubhouse log building in the early 1920s, joined by a child and a dog (in front). It’s thought the men in the photo are Jack Buchhani, B.G. Hamilton, Bill Seaton and Mr. Thompkins.

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Local guide defends avalanche report Dear Editor: Historically I don’t send letters to the editor, but sometimes you got to do what you got to do. Back when I was in school, I was taught, when addressing an audience, you must first establish credibility, then deliver your message and finally draw a conclusion. I will try to do that. For those who don’t know me, last year was my 28th year of guiding for RK Heli-Ski. I am a fully Certified International Mountain Guide, Professional member of the Canadian Avalanche Association and started my profession in the avalanche sector back in 1972. Because of my job for the last 28 winters, I can state with some margin of confidence that I have likely spent more time in the Jumbo Valley dealing with avalanches than any other individual in the world. I don’t say this to brag; I say this as fact... 28 years, 75 to 100 plus days every year… you do the math. Also, as many know, I have from the beginning been against the proposed Jumbo Resort, but this letter is not about my personal feelings about this proposal.

In a recent Pioneer article, (November 7th issue) and on recent TV coverage, it was pointed out that RK Heli-Ski had submitted a report about the avalanche exposure of the footprint of the proposed building in Jumbo. It may come as a surprise to some, but I was not

the author of that report, however I want to make clear that report was factual and I support this well-done report. This recent article reads that Mr. Costello states that they have mapping done by the “best experts” and that the “day lodge is not in one of these zones”. On some TV coverage, I heard Minister Polak say “it was her understanding that the lodge was not in an avalanche zone.” As a professional avalanche worker who has spent most of his life focused on avalanches and, in particular, that terrain in and around Jumbo Valley, I am in disbelief over these comments when the report shows photos of avalanches in motion, which we at RK have taken through the years, that clearly show the energy of this avalanche at the building site. I have the utmost respect for the avalanche experts Mr. Costello refers to, but there is no reference to the declaimers attached to this type of report like: “the best information we have at the time or something to that effect.” News flash: there is a need for this new information.

Mr. Costello talks of controlling the potential avalanches by the latest control techniques. Really? Give your head a shake. Control measures can only be so effective. In that terrain, you need good weather access to get the helicopter where you need to deliver the explosive that is not always timely.

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Shuswap deserve the truth Editor’s note: This letter to the editor was received prior to the results of the Shuswap Band’s November 7th election, in which Paul Sam was not re-elected.

Dear Editor: I read with, sadness and dismay, the article in last week’s Pioneer highlighting the disproportionate earnings of Chief Paul Sam and Councillor Alice Sam of the Shuswap Indian Band. Unfortunately, I cannot say I was completely surprised, surprised by the extent of the abuse of power and control, yes, but not by the fact that the abuse is occurring. And without the enactment of Bill C-27, the First Nations Financial Transparency Act, we wouldn’t be engaged in this discussion.

Speculation would continue respecting the salaries of Band Council and senior staff, as it has for the past few decades, but with no access to audited financial information, it would continue to be quite simply rumour. This now is a new era.

Chief Sam’s tax-free 2014 earnings are $202,413 (as were Councillor Sam’s), add approximately 40 per cent to that to account for the lack of taxation and his earnings are in the neighbourhood of $280,000. To put it in perspective, Mayor Greg Robertson from the City of Vancouver earned $154,347 before taxes.

Kinbasket Development Corporation’s CEO, Dean Martin (Chief Sam and

Councillor Sam’s son) who earned $1.6 million from 2011 through 2013 (2014 as yet unreported) rationalizes these salaries as “… these guys run ~ $75,000,000 worth of assets.” I would be very curious to see an enumerated list of these assets and how they are incorporated into the Shuswap Band’s financial documents. Not being privy to this information, I would have to surmise that these “assets” include land, buildings and infrastructure operated and managed by local businesses. True, these assets do generate substantial tax revenue for the Band, but I don’t imagine there is a lot of “running” to be done.

As to Mr. Martin’s assertion that the Shuswap Band is “… one of the richest bands.” Again, are there financial documents to substantiate this claim or is he just playing fast and loose with unquantifiable generalizations? If indeed there is evidence to validate this claim, now would be the time to lay it on the table to dissipate the mounting anxiety and distrust.

I challenge Mr. Martin, as Chief Sam’s apparent spokesperson, to hold a public meeting and provide a complete financial accounting to the Shuswap Band membership. If the facts are as he states, there is no reason not to report to the membership. They deserve strong leadership, fairness and accountability.

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Area F director candidates square off

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff In their campaigns to serve as the Area F director for the Regional District of East Kootenay, incumbent Wendy Booth and newcomer Andrea Dunlop both made a pitch for votes during the all-candidates’ forum at the Lions Hall in Windermere on Wednesday, November 5th. Questions throughout the evening largely centred around water, including runoffs, safe drinking water, and lake access. In providing Windermere with potable water to meet Interior Health’s standards, Ms. Booth said that test drilling has been planned by the RDEK over the next few weeks which will determine if there is an adequate water supply to meet the community’s needs. Pending board approval, the design and construction of the new reservoir will begin shortly after, she said. That project is valued at $2.3 million. Ms. Dunlop said turning Windermere’s water system over to a private owner, with a profit driven mentality would be ridiculous and illogical.

“One of the reasons why I’m running in this election (is) I did not believe that Wendy had really advocated strongly enough to ensure that our water system remained in the hands of the people of Windermere,” she said.

Ms. Dunlop said her priority is to ensure safe drinking water in the most affordable manner without privatizing the utility.

The candidates were also asked about

how best to drain water during runoff.

“We live in an area where we experience runoff every spring, so what would we do to mitigate that,” said Ms. Dunlop, who proposed a new policy to disallow new developments in flood zone areas. She also commended emergency preparedness alerts from the RDEK that have been in use since the July 2012 mudslide.

“I now carry rubber boots in the back of my truck during flooding season,” Ms. Booth said. “I understand this new reality.”

A report published since the 2012 mudslide has indicated that significant amounts of sediment are expected to come down, though the intensity, timing, and duration are uncertain. Ms. Booth said that with a municipalprovincial-federal funding formula, flooding mitigation has been implemented in Fairmont. Windermere Creek is undergoing a problem just as serious, but covering those costs has proven much more difficult.

“At present we are unable to tap into any government funding,” she said, as the onethird municipal funding hasn’t been agreed upon. Options for that funding include billing either all of Windermere, only portions of the community, or just those living along the creek. Funding will become more palatable amid a stronger economy, to which both candidates pitched their ideas for growth.

Ms. Dunlop said the addition of an abattoir to the valley, proposed by the Windermere Farmers Institute, is reflective of her

beliefs towards economic development. She speculated upon the many direct and indirect economic benefits that would be realized in the valley. She said that processing food locally reflects upon the common values of high quality and a secure supply.

Before Ms. Booth explained her ideas for economic growth, she said the onus for moving the abattoir forward is currently on the Farmer’s Institute. Ms. Booth said that during her current term in office, she has taken the lead in a study on combining the valley’s visitor centres to reduce redundancies. Based on community feedback, Ms. Booth said imaging is key for economic growth.

“In the community priority projects completed in December 2013 with very broad valley consultation, the number one priority was marketing and branding,” she said, adding that it’s time the Columbia Cultural Tourism Association received more support, she said.

In terms of developing public lands, Ms. Booth said it’s important to “minimize strain on public finances and other resources resulting from new development.” When a situation cannot be avoided, “we have to make sure the developer provides proper mitigation or compensation for the impact of development.” Ms. Dunlop said the RDEK needs to ensure existing agricultural land remains viable into the future, as well as plan protection from imminent forest fires, and work co-operatively with backcountry user groups.

School board seat contested

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff In the fight for the only contested school board seat in the valley, two candidates differentiated themselves at last week’s all-candidates forum.

Cory Stanbury is challenging incumbent Amber Byklum as the Area 4 School District Trustee for Rocky Mountain School District 6. One defining factor between the two contenders is how they hope to divvy up the boards’s resources.

Mr. Stanbury said the quality of rural schools’ core programming suffers at the expense of the hockey and intensive French programs.

“Hockey and the intensive French program artificially decrease the student population in Canal Flats and Edgewater, with the population per pupil funding following students to other schools,” Mr. Stanbury said. The programs have a negative effect on the school population in outlying communities, he said.

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What’s Happening in the Columbia Valley

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Indie instrumentalists

MOVIE REVIEW

One of the hippest experimental indie rock groups in Canada, Pugs and Crows, is coming to the Columbia Valley to perform live at Pynelogs in Invermere on Saturday, November 15th.

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pugs & Crows live at pynelogs

saturday november 15th at 7:30 Call for tickets 250.342.4423

Bird’s eye View · book signing

What does ART event at Pynelogs · author: elinor Florence mean to you? Friday november 14th at 7 pm Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.

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Movie Review: Tammy McCarthy provides us with a character she’s mastered: a rude, foul-mouthed woman with a severe overbite and a distinct absence of personal grooming. Her life lacks any sort of direction. For those of you that are Honey Boo Boo fans (please don’t admit this in public), Tammy is a very tiny step up from Momma Boo Boo. With a trio of box office successes behind her, McCarthy is able to attract a stellar cast, including Kathy Bates, Dan Ackroyd, Sandra Oh and Susan Sarandon, who shines as Tammy’s grandmother and road trip partner.

When Tammy is ready to run back home, it’s Pearl (Sarandon) who drags her kicking and screaming out of her comfort zone with a little help from some Jack Daniels and Oxycodone.

A series of misadventures ensues, including

Reviewed by Dean Midyette What a day. First Tammy (Melissa McCarthy) totals her car, ends up late for work and gets fired and then finds her husband romancing a neighbour when she arrives home.

After searching for spare cash and giving her cheating spouse an earful, she grabs an armful of clothing and runs to mommy – who lives only two houses away. So what’s a girl to do when life throws you lemons? Road trip!

a jet ski incident, some jail time, an “arm”-d robbery and a couple of arsons.

What saves this movie is Sarandon’s portrayal as an elderly woman wringing every last drop of life from her declining years and the vulnerability shown by McCarthy as she sheds her bitterness and opens her heart.

When we first meet Tammy, she has no (and I mean NO) redeeming qualities, but she then slowly transitions into someone we are cheering for.

In addition to a few tugs on the heartstrings, there are enough spontaneous laughs to make this movie enjoyable and entertaining.

RATING: 8.5 OUT OF 10 HEADS

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Health Care Assistant

Annual General Meeting

Program Design

Thursday, November 20th

This eight-month program runs four days per week. It combines classroom and practical experience, giving students the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to care for individuals in residential care, assisted living facilities, community settings and in their homes.

7:30 p.m. at DTSS in Invermere (Doors open at 7 p.m.)

• Review of the previous year and what we might see in the year ahead

Career Opportunities The Interior Health Authority and Golden Life Management in Invermere are actively seeking Health Care Assistants. Health Care Assistants are valuable members of the health care team.

Many people start their health care career in the Health Care Assistant field. Later, they can consider expanding their skills with training at COTR as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.

Admission Minimum academic requirements are Grade 10 and/or assessment to acceptable level.

Phone or stop by the Invermere Campus for full details.

Guest speaker – Brad Wrobleski

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Information & Registration

How we find meaning in the places we play and the importance of wild spaces.

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This promises to be our most interesting AGM yet.

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

Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication. We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event. Please limit your submission to 30 words.

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

Friday, November 14th • 6 - 11 p.m.: SYC. Join us for a Dance, ages 12 - 18.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: 1940’s themed B.C. book launch at Pynelogs for Bird’s Eye View by Elinor Florence. Dress in period costumes circa 1940 for a chance to win a door prize. Visit invermere.bclibrary.ca for more information.

Saturday, November 15th • 6 - 11 p.m.: SYC. Join us for a pool tournament.

• 7 p.m.: Elephant Mountain Music Theatre presents the Broadway Musical “RENT” at the DTSS theatre.

Tickets $25 for adults, $20 for Senior and Students.

Tickets available at Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 250-342-2844.

This show is not appropriate for children under 13. If you are bringing a younger child, please discuss the show’s content with them before attending.

• 7:30 p.m.: Pugs and Crows at Pynelogs. Tickets are $20. Available at Tiffany’s Thredz and Pynelogs. For more information call 250-342-4423.

Monday, November 17th • 5 - 6 p.m.: Columbia Valley Swim Club AGM at Radium Hot Spring Pool Club room. Kids can come swim during the meeting.

Tuesday, November 18th • 2 p.m.: The Invermere Garden Club will be meeting in the activity room at Columbia Gardens. Darrell Smith will be speaking on soils.

• 5 - 9 p.m.: SYC. Join us for karaoke night.

• 6:30 p.m.: Windermere Valley Saddle Club AGM at Rockey River Grill. The WV Saddle Club is holding

their annual AGM/Christmas party. Everyone is welcome. For more information or to RSVP contact Lisa Lehr at 250-270-0181.

• 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: OPT clinic at the Invermere Health Unit. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Confidential service: low-cost birth control, and STI testing.

Tuesday, November 25th • 5 - 9 p.m.: SYC. Join us for wifi, Netflix and video games.

Wednesday, November 26th • 4 - 9 p.m.: SYC. Join us for Rockband.

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Thursday, November 27th

• 4 - 9 p.m.: SYC. Join us for a cooking workshop and free food.

• 5 - 9 p.m.: SYC. Join us for November birthdays and cake.

Thursday, November 20th

• 7- 10 p.m.: Wild and Scenic Film Festival, at the Invermere Community Hall brought to you by Wildsight Invermere, is the valley’s biggest social event of November! The festival will feature 15 environmental and adventure films that illustrate the Earth’s beauty, the challenges facing our planet, and the work communities around the world are doing to protect the environment.

For more information visit Invermere@wildsight.ca or wildsight.ca/invermere.

• 7 p.m.: SYC. Join us for manhunt.

• 5 - 9 p.m.: SYC. Join us for wifi, Netflix and video games.

• 7:30 p.m.: Jumbo Creek Conservation Society AGM at DTSS Theatre with guest speaker Brad Wrobleski.

Friday, November 21st • 6 p.m.: ICAN’s 3rd annual Raise the Woof! Comedy Show and Dinner at the Invermere Community Hall.

Silent and live auction, games and surprizes. Tickets $50, all proceeds go towards ICAN’s Rescue and Adoption Facility. Confirmed comedian line up includes Alex Wood, James Uloth and headliner Cory Mack.

• 7 p.m.: SYC. Join us for a pool tournament.

Saturday, November 22nd • 10 a.m.: Craft and home business sale at the Canal Flats Civic Centre. Lunch available. For more information or to book a table call 250-349-5447 or email kflowers@ shaw.ca • 6 - 9 p.m.: Invermere Light Up Night. Invermere will host its annual holiday festival that includes a Santa Claus parade, entertainment, live music, late night shopping, Santa’s Den (professional photos available; proceeds to Family Resource Centre) and much more.

Bring your food bank donations to Invermere Food Bank, BC Ambulance will be picking them up along the parade route or Cram the Cruiser in Pothole Park.

• 6 - 11 p.m.: SYC. Join us for a foosball tournament.

Sunday, November 23rd • Charity Shoot/5-Stand at the Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club. For more info, visit www. lwdrodgun.com or call 250-341-3254.

• 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Sports Day in Canada at the Invermere District Curling Centre. Free drop-in learn to curl workshop. Bring clean indoor shoes and a sense of adventure. Ages 8 to 98 all levels and abilities welcome.

Email invermerecurling@shaw.ca if more info required.

Friday, November 28th

Saturday, November 29th • 6 - 10 p.m.: Wild and Scenic Film Festival, at the Invermere Community Hall brought to you by Wildsight Invermere, Saturday night special guest presentation and films: Barry Blanchard, Canada’s top alpinist and author. For more information visit Invermere@wildsight.ca or wildsight.ca/invermere.

• 8 p.m.: SYC. Join us for movie night.

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

• Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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

• Wednesday and Thursday: 1 - 4 p.m.

• Saturday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Movember men

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(Clockwise from top left) Don Boker, George Lucko, Lawrence Godlien, George Anderson, Elmer Spiry, Ed Semenzien, Claude Campbell and Elio Zuccatto grin for their “before” photo on Friday, November 7th at Columbia House.

The men plan to grow their moustaches for Movember, and then shave them on Friday, November 28th. Stay tuned for the “after” shot in The Pioneer.

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CV Arts Submitted The amazingly talented and Juno award-winning group Pugs and Crows will be performing live for your entertainment and eyes only at Pynelogs in Invermere on Saturday, November 15th.

Members of the unique musical group include prolific violinist Meredith Bates, Catherine Toren on piano, Russell Sholberg on bass, Ben Brown on drums and Tony Wilson on guitar. The quintet is slated to perform an exciting and original instrumental score with a wide range of exploratory sonic textures, carefully mixing indie rock, modern jazz and classical music all blended together in a culmination of delightful sounds.

They have been praised for the strength, beauty and warmth of their sound. CV Arts proudly presents this widely recognized group and offers the people of the Columbia Valley a rare evening. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. For all interested parties, tickets are available at Tiffany’s Thredz or by calling 250-342-4423.

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You’re invited to make a difference! It’s time for the 11th Annual Feed The Town — a community initiative from Copper Point Golf Club and its partners that brings a free Christmas feast to Invermere. Absolutely everyone is invited to enjoy this traditional dinner with proceeds to the Columbia Valley Food Bank (if you are able, cash and/or non-perishable food items are gladly accepted on behalf of the food bank). Pictures with Santa will also be offered!

The 11th Annual Feed the Town is taking place on Sunday, December 7th at The Clubhouse at Copper Point Golf Club from noon to 7 p.m.

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Foodies bring home Italian ideas ters and chef Jamie Oliver, among others.

“It really was an inSeveral local Coteresting experience. It lumbia Valley delegates was great to have direct recently attended the contact with food proglobal Terra Madre slow ducers — and their culfood conference in Italy, tures — from so many and returned inspired countries. It really highabout family farming. lighted how much food Spring Hawes, Byand culture are connectron Leinor, Bill Swan, ed,” said Ms. Hawes.

Ally Candy and ShanA presentation that non Swan went to the particularly inspired conference in Turin Ms. Hawes was one by from October 23rd to SOURCE OF SLOW — Above: Left to right are Ally Candy, By- a First Nation from the October 27th. The con- ron Leinor, Spring Hawes, Bill Swan and Shannon Swan in a pi- Okanagan region, durference is held once ev- azza in Turin in front of a giant banner advertising a Slow Food ing which the First Naery two years and this project to build 10,000 school gardens in Africa. Below: Raw milk tion detailed its efforts Photos submitted on a long-running and year the theme was “Cel- cheese from a family farm in France. ebrating Family Farms”. ultimately successful project to re“It was a really big gathering of introduce salmon to its watershed. people from all around the world.

The salmon had stopped coming There were literally thousands of peoupstream to the area decades ago beple getting together to talk about the cause of dams on the lower part of values of slow food,” said Ms. Hawes. the Columbia River.

“Slow food began as a response to fast “It was a long project for them food, so it’s really broad, but at its heart and it’s become a source of pride. it is about democratic access to good They’ve even developed their own food for everybody.” small fishery now,” she said. “It really The local delegates took in prebrought home to me how the imporsentations from slow food movetance of traditional food is all around ment founder Carlos Petrini, Edible the world, but is also something that Schoolyard Project founder Alice Waaffects us here.”

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Saturday, November 22nd, 10 a.m.

Lunch available. For more info or to book a table call 250-349-5447 or e-mail kflowers@shaw.ca

An Evening of Commemoration and Remembrance

Friday, December 5th

6:30 p.m. at Frater Landing in Invermere $10 per light Special Thanks to our Tree of Lights Sponsors

Please find your Tree of Lights form at the Hospice Office, and return it before November 28th.

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Jumbo Creek Conservation Society’s AGM on Thursday, November 20th at the David Thompson Secondary School theatre is bound to be an eye-opening evening.

Attendees will be brought up to date on the latest developments meticulously documented by the Jumbo Wild monitoring team at the heart of Jumbo Valley last summer. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the AGM will start at 7:30 p.m.

As an added attraction, climber/adventurer/photographer Brad Wrobleski will both amuse and provoke you with his richly illustrated presentation, “Chasing Rabbits”. While taking us on a grand tour of Tierra del Fuego, Borneo, Antarctica, Japan, and India, he’ll explain how we find meaning in the places we play, and the importance of wild spaces.

Brad’s work has won two Canadian national magazine awards, several “best” photo awards and various awards for creating entertaining and exciting films including “Best Radical Reel” and the People’s Choice Award at the Banff Mountain Film Festival.

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A selection of adventure photographer Brad Wrobleski’s photos that will be in his presentation, Chasing Rabbits, which will take place in the DTSS Theatre following the JCCS AGM on November 20th.

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New figure skating club coach comes full circle

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff The Columbia Valley Figure Skating Club is delighted with its newest coach Marni Kreutzer.

“It’s great for us. It can be tricky to get high-level coaches in a small town,” said club president Leanne Beddie. “We are so pleased to have Marni come coach at our club. It has been a smooth transition.”

Mrs. Kreutzer is a valley local and was a member of the club as a kid — it was at the club that she first began figure skating.

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at our club so it is a full circle experience for her. Marni has an extensive background in skating and coaching,” said Ms. Beddie. “All of our programs benefit from Marni’s arrival. It has given us a full roster of coaches, allowing all of our programs to run. Skate Canada has launched a new ‘Learn to Canskate’ skate program and with Marni, Denise Reid and Skyanne Rowe, it is off to an excellent start.”

Mrs. Kruetzer had been living in the Elk Valley for the past 12 years, and coached the skating club there, but this past summer she moved back to Invermere to join her father, mother and brother (Lyle, Diane and Steve Wilson) in running Nipika Mountain Resort.

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“When the (Columbia Valley skating) club came and asked me to coach, I couldn’t say no. That’s how I ended up as coach,” said Mrs. Kruetzer. “I love it. As soon as I started skating I felt I was home again.”

The figure skating club has been busy lately and recently hosted a Kootenay Learn to Ice Dance seminar at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena, which brought to town 2006 Olympian Megan Wing and the current ice dance partners she is coaching — Madeline Edwards and Zhaokai Pang.

Madeline and Zhaokai recently won gold in ice dance at the Junior Grand Prix held in Aichi, Japan.

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Naturopathic doctor takes different approach Pioneer Staff As many age-old ailments have persisted through modern advances in healthcare, naturopathic doctor Mike Baker offers the valley an alternative to traditional medical services.

“I’m like a family doctor, so people can see me for anything they would see a family doctor for,” he said. “But my approach to medicine is different – it’s naturopathic medicine, so we take into consideration the whole person; lifestyle, diet, exercise, mood, and sleep habits. By supporting all those factors, people get better and they stay better.”

Many of Dr. Baker’s practices involve the use of plants, which he can formulate for any patient’s specific needs.

“I can make individual, highly effective and customized medicine for patients. I also like to work with diet, nutrition, supplements, vitamins, minerals, and acupuncture – I’m big fan of acupuncture.”

Among other conditions, Dr. Baker is experienced in working with hormones, depression, anxiety, as well as women dealing with hot flashes caused by menopause.

Women experiencing hot flashes and irregu-

lar menstrual cycles can test their hormone levels, and then find out which imbalance is causing her symptoms.

“So she can go on with her life without waking up sweating at 3 a.m., and they’ll generally feel better and less anxious.”

Taking an approach similar to a family medical doctor, Dr. Baker said he treats patients going through all stages of life. He treats the whole family, from infants and pregnant moms to the elderly. And the variety of remedies that can be offered is nearly limitless.

“For people with chronic disease who may have tried many different therapies, or someone who wants to lose a few pounds or raise their energy levels,” he said. “People come to me because I offer the whole package.”

As naturopathic medicine is always evolving, Dr. Baker said he focuses primarily on the wellresearched plants to avoid swaying from the traditional values of naturopathy, “If we go too far down the latest and greatest we stray from our traditions,” he said. “The field is rapidly changing, and I always take developments into consideration, but I also try to blend it with the traditional qualities of naturopathy.”

What’s been tried and tested – and what’s of-

ten the most basic – is what works best, he said.

Dr. Baker became convinced of the practice of naturopathy when he was studying to become a doctor. While at grad school, he saw a naturopathic physician.

“I was stressed, had a poor diet, and she had options – acupuncture; a tincture of different plants – and had me change my diet. She changed the course of my future.”

After growing up in the valley, Dr. Baker moved away to complete naturopathic medical school. Shortly following his completion of his studies, he returned home to open shop in January 2014.

“It’s been a steep learning curve and a lot of work, because so much detail goes into each patient,” he said.

Most extended health care benefits will cover naturopathic treatment, and those curious are invited to a free 15-minute meet and greet where, together, Dr. Baker and the prospective patient can assess how naturopathic medicine will be of benefit.

Dr. Baker’s office is at 505A 7th Avenue beside Gone Hollywood. To get in touch, visit his website at drmikebaker.ca, or call him at 250342-1457.

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Senior boys soccer steal the Kootenay zone show The David Thompson Secondary School senior boys soccer team are the Kootenay zone champions. On October 31st and November 1st, the team took part in a six-team tournament to determine who will be representing the Kootenay region at the provincial AA soccer championships in Vancouver from November 17th to 20th. After winning their two round robin games against Trail 4-2 and Golden 4-0, the boys reached the semi-finals as the group winner and faced Kimberley. A hard fought 2-0 victory gave the boys a chance to face Nelson Secondary in the final (who won this tournament the past four years). The DTSS boys played their absolute best and never left a doubt as to who would win this game and came out with a 5-3 win over Nelson to win the trophy. At the provincials in Vancouver later this month, the team will be facing some of the best AA soccer teams in B.C. Standing left to right in the back row are Coach Jurgen Striegel, Chase Striegel, Jacob Zehnder, Koeye Hart-McAllister, Matt Swallow, Hadrian Trask, Reece Williams, Jon Downey, Aidan Knuckey, Dane Veldboom. Front row, left to right, are Colman Chandler, Ben Wiegert, Brody Gray, Jack Crook, Liam Haynes, Robert Clare, Blake Gulbe, Kyle Pitt and Nick Heim-Fischer.

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#2 Carter Melnyk Defenceman Carter Melnyk returned to play for the Columbia Valley Rockies in the best condition of his life. “I worked my butt off,” he says in response to the question of how did he spend his summer. All that time in the gym and on skates shows when he takes to the ice. He has earned more points so far this season than he did all of last season so it’s easy to see that the hard work has paid off.

Melnyk is wearing an “A” this year

and says it feels good. “I’ve never worn a letter before,” he says. “I’m kind of a quiet guy so am trying to lead by example.”

His 20th birthday is approaching so this will be his final season as a Junior. He hopes to gain entry to a university or college next fall where he can continue playing. Since Melnyk’s home is in Coquitlam, he has a longer trip home than any of the other Rockies and is looking forward to a visit during the Christmas break.

. . . ‘New’ from page 15 Joining them was another former Columbia Valley skater Regan Taylor (Geiger), who is a Level Three coach.

“It was an amazing experience for our skaters,” said Ms. Beddie.

“They worked so hard and were rewarded with extensive knowledge and the opportunity to meet kids who started out just like them in small towns in B.C. who are now on their way to becoming olympic caliber athletes.”

To find out more about the figure skating club, visit www. skatinginbc.com/ club/columbia-valleyfigure-skating-club or call 250-342-6607.

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Wildside Pizzeria offers delight for pizza lovers love what they do.

“Some of our top sellers are the Wildside Wildside Pizzeria Special, Chicken Alfredo, in Radium Hot Springs BBQ Bacon Cheeseburgpromises the wildest in er, Spicy Italian, and of pizza sensations. course Hawaiian — we The zesty and fun also make all of our own pizzeria opened this past dough and pizza sauce July and was met with daily,” Marsha said of praise by customers and their delectable creations. cheese lovers alike.

The Greek-style “We were extremely pizza was envisioned by busy, right from the get Aaron who developed go,” said co-owner Marthe top-secret recipe sha Lasser. with Marsha and Curtis, TAKE A SLICE OF THE WILDSIDE — Wildside’s Pizzeria in Pet store entreprebased on his prior expeRadium Hot Springs on Main Street West offers a mysteriously spicy neurs, couple Marsha rience in Greek cooking and delicious Greek styled pizza. From left to right: Aaron Sarson, and Curtis Lasser, decidin Victoria, B.C. Marsha and Curtis Lasser, and Kate Caswell offer a grand tour of ed to convert their shop The success of their fantastical pizzeria, which also serves as a video rental store.

“Furry Companions” the past summer has

Photo by Erin Knutson into a pizza fanatic’s spurred the enthusiastic dream after recognizing the need for a new pizza place team forward, and they have already added some excitin Radium. ing and tasty new things to the menu including, pitas “There was no pizza in town,” said Marsha — and and donairs — possibly quesadillas are next. that was that. After jumping in with both feet and a few “Our pizza is great,” Aaron said. renovations, they haven’t looked back.

The takeaway-style hybrid shop doesn’t disappoint.

The quaint shop located on Main Street West also After sampling a slice of the Chicken Bacon Ranch from sells ice cream (in the summer), candy, and rents DVDs. a generously donated pie, there is no denying that WildIt also smells delicious and has a warm vibe. Managed side’s Pizza means business and is here to stay. Open daiby Aaron Sarson and manned by Kate Caswell, the dy- ly until 11 p.m., this pizzeria offers delicious eats, good namic foursome are welcoming, and it’s obvious they company, and a slice worthy of the Italian tradition.

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For the last four weeks, theValley Echo has run a weekly All-Candidates Q&A. The questions and answers by candidates competing for a seat in tomorrow’s municipal election (District of Invermere councillor candidates, Village of Canal Flats mayor and councillor candidates, School Board Trustee Area 4 candidates and RDEK Area F candidates) can be found in the following pages. If you’d also like to read what the acclaimed candidates had to say, visit the free section of The Echo’s website under the Election 2014 tab, or drop by our office to pick up past issues. And if you don’t know your Area F from your G (as some readers have expressed), please see the maps below or visit our office to view larger printouts.

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District of Invermere Candidates 1. In your opinion, what is the most important issue your area faces and why?

2. According to the 2012 B.C. public libraries statistics from DataB.C., the Invermere Public Library is the third smallest library in B.C. in terms of size to population served. Should finding a new space for the library wait for Phase 2 of the planned multi-use centre or be undertaken within the next four years?

3. Jumbo Glacier Resort Mountain Resort Municipality is the most hotly debated topic in the Columbia Valley, one that has garnered national attention. Where do you stand on the issue?

4. Many businesses in downtown Invermere have closed over the last year. What do you propose to do to reverse this trend and ensure a vibrant and successful downtown business community?

1. Now that the economy is slowly recovering, I believe the most important issue facing the new incoming District of Invermere council will be strategically addressing the growth and development that will be returning to the valley over the next few years. While council should definitely be supporting and encouraging a healthy, vibrant economy, it’s also critical council ensures that adequate planning and oversight is in place to maintain (and ideally improve upon) the values and attributes that make Invermere such a special place to raise a family and retire. Growth, economic development and quality of life have to be thoughtfully balanced. We cannot lose sight of that!

2. A vibrant library always has been and remains essential to a healthy community! Unfortunately, a new library could not be included in Phase 1 of the new multi-use centre as funding was inadequate to cover the additional cost. Ideally, a new library will not only be included in Phase 2, but quite possibly could be ready to commence within the next four years. To meet this goal, we must first determine “who and how” to finance it. Since ~45% of the library’s patrons are from outside of Invermere, it’s important that the RDEK participates as a funding partner to ensure the cost is shared fairly amongst all valley taxpayers. Invermere taxpayers alone should not be expected to bear the full tax burden.

3. Having sat as the former forestry manager on the government’s Technical Review Committee for Jumbo, I know the issue well. After decades, in 2012, a decision was finally made by government to “conditionally” approve Jumbo. In implementing the decision, an interim council was appointed. In terms of democratic process, appointing a council for a municipality without residents is definitely less than desirable, no question! That said, oversight of the development is needed as it proceeds and a council is arguably one means of doing so. As it relates to Invermere, our town council should primarily focus our energies on issues related to the workings of our town that directly affect our residents.

4. Council must use a multi-faceted approach to create short and long-term conditions that will encourage successful businesses in Invermere. Council must: 1) work with our valley counterparts to pursue a Regional Economic Development Officer; 2) continue supporting activities that attract folks into town and the downtown, like the Farmers’ Market, Whiteway, downtown beautification; 3) extend the new ‘Events Co-ordinator’ contract, a staff member focussed on events has had positive results; 4) investigate ways to encourage second-home owners to become permanent residents; 5) retain our current residents. We have to ensure health care and support services are adequate to allow our aging residents to safely age-in-place.

Justin Atterbury (I)

1. Infrastructure upgrades and improvements while maintaining an affordable level of property tax increases that don’t surpass annual inflation. The cost to maintain and upgrade our basic needs as a municipality (water, sewer, roads) is becoming exponentially more expensive. With grant funding decreasing from our federal and provincial governments for municipal infrastructure projects, it’s crucial for every municipality to start looking at long term solutions to support our needed upgrades without allowing our property taxes to skyrocket.

2. If grant funding came in for a new library in Phase 1, I’d be thrilled and say, “Lets do it!” Our reality is that we have finite funds to build this new facility. Scaling down the main area to allow for a library wouldn’t provide any more space than our current hall. Volunteers built our hall 6o+ years ago with a vision that it would serve a growing community for decades. Rebuilding our hall to the same size so we can expand our library isn’t looking ahead, but rather a knee-jerk attempt to solve multiple concerns at once. I’d rather make our new facility the best possible functioning facility for decades to come without trying to accomplish too much with too little in Phase 1.

3. To accomplish anything as an elected official, you need to have a dedicated focus with an end result in mind that you know is achievable. I’m very proud of my 4.5 year involvement with the Whiteway that was recognized by Guinness World Records and is garnering very positive international media for our beautiful area. By focusing my energies on issues within our municipal boundaries, I can have a very positive influence. This will better serve the constituents who have elected me. There are enough issues within Invermere’s boundaries that need political attention. Focusing my energy on these will help us accomplish these goals. Our taxpayers deserve such undistracted focus from its elected officials.

4. Just to name a few ideas: We need to continue supporting our events co-ordinator Theresa Woods so that she can continue to build on her successful events in the shoulder season like Octoberfest and Coffeefest and drive more tourist traffic and $$ here in the off-season. We need to re-look at commercial zoning policy because online shopping is having a huge impact on businesses and we need more flexibility on what the future of storefront businesses will be. We need to promote Invermere as a satellite office location for IT companies in Calgary — encourage these companies to allow employees to work out of Invermere, which will in turn create a larger consumer base for downtown.

Kayja Becker

1. In my opinion, the District of Invermere is going to be facing many pressing issues in the near future such as the development of the new community hall, and revitalization of downtown and the cenotaph. Both are certainly important issues that will need to be handled with community in mind, though one issue that has stuck out for as long as I can recall is the quality of water in town. There is no denying it could use a great deal of improvement, and I am looking to strategize step-by-step means of upgrading so that, in time, Invermere will no longer be inferior in terms of something as vital as our drinking water.

2. The function of a council is to consider the well-being and interests of the municipality. Prioritizing issues is the duty of council, and decisions made must be beneficial to the community from both a financial and utilization standpoint. Plans for the multi-use centre need to reflect what the community is currently lacking as the primary concern. Seeing as the Invermere Public Library does a remarkable job servicing the community with the limited space they currently have, other developments may take precedence; though community input should be considered as a guiding factor.

3. Being in such close proximity to the Jumbo Glacier municipality, the District of Invermere is certainly affected by any decisions made up there. Unfortunately, when it was designated in 2012 to be its own municipality, much of the input from the DOI was eliminated as it is no longer included in jurisdiction. The appointed council of the Jumbo Glacier municipality are responsible for their own decisions, though DOI council needs to do everything possible to ensure decisions in the best interests of our residents.

4. Downtown Invermere has long been running off the momentum that summer crowds bring. Strengthening ties with the winter enthusiasts that come for Panorama will benefit both areas, as each offers services that the other doesn’t. This, along with downtown markets and focused guidelines on business practices will help channel healthier commerce. Following examples of successful downtown cores such as Nelson and Banff will help us develop a unique shopping experience for our tourist crowds. Though we cannot control the economy, we can certainly facilitate successful business growth.

Paul Denchuk (I)

1. Our top priority has to be developing and implementing a realistic long-term plan for infrastructure renewal and replacement, especially our water infrastructure. While we care for our eco-system, we also have to look after the infrastructure that carries safe drinking water from source to tap. Provincial and federal government downloading has been a problem, but past councils have also failed to recognize the magnitude of the infrastructure problem growing under our roads and sidewalks. This has left Invermere with a great financial challenge that we CAN address cost-effectively if we start taking action toward responsible financial and infrastructure management today.

2. The Invermere Public Library is small, underfunded, and extraordinarily valuable to our region. Currently the RDEK (Area F) contributes $0 to capital costs for the library.

The full costs of improving this library, which benefits the region as a whole, should be shared, with costs calculated fairly for each community and area. There is one barrier to this — political will. There should be a referendum to allow residents of the region to decide if they want to move toward a library that can meet communities’ needs into the future. With the support of our residents, we could get funding in place and move forward on a financially responsible plan during the next four years.

3. I have never supported Jumbo Resort. It is an ill-conceived idea on all fronts. Jumbo is the region’s pre-eminent land-use issue. It affects Invermere directly by draining public resources away from our community. As elected officials, our response to Jumbo says a great deal about whether we will steward our wild spaces and listen to our constituents.

Achieving and sustaining regional prosperity requires that we strongly value our natural assets, our existing communities, and the cultures that make our region vibrant — Jumbo Resort is not part of that value set. Candidates cannot hide from this important issue by saying, “It doesn’t matter, it’s outside of Invermere.” It matters to all of us.

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Greg Anderson (I)

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Al Miller

Recently I have visited hundreds of Invermere homes and the majority of downtown businesses, asking people how well Invermere is doing. Overall, the feedback is encouraging. On this issue, I have heard three themes: council activity over the past three years to enhance downtown is positive (downtown revitalization and events, etc.); current vacancies are not due to council policy, but are part of an evolving economy; and there are concerns that we may be losing business to the crossroads and online shopping. One important strategy that should be led by Invermere businesses and supported by council is to effectively encourage local purchasing. Innovation and collaboration are key to sustaining Invermere’s prosperity.

Councillor

1. Change, in my mind, is the biggest issue facing the District of Invermere. Duties as elected officials are to make sure we have good, solid infrastructure in place; good, drinkable water; an efficient sewer system; safe bridges; and a strong fire service with proper equipment, to name a few. The challenge to facilitate all this is a tall order. A need to be prudent in our budgeting in order to accomplish this is necessary. As a community, we must change our outlook on business now and in the future. Be more open and welcoming to those potential partners who will help develop and sustain our town, and willing to look at new opportunities to help keep Invermere solid.

2. My personal opinion about the inclusion of the library in Phase 1 is: “Most certainly.” I have always felt that when we take it upon ourselves to build a community building, we need to include this valuable service. The library is and should be more than just books. It’s a social gathering area for young and old. The library is an equalizer, allowing every person, young and old, rich or poor, the ability to research and learn with no obstacles. We have a strong Friends of the Library group that I’m sure would work tirelessly to fundraise for this venture. It’s time to use our Get Out of Jail Free card, and make the move.

3. Jumbo Glacier Resort Mountain Municipality has been a topic of discussion for some time. The Jumbo process has taken far too long to deal with. I am also pretty sure if Panorama was just starting out now and trying to open as they are today, that would also be a huge challenge. You just have to look around at our area and you can see what Panorama adds to our economy. I am glad we have a provincial government that has had the foresight for projects such as this, so we can build on our strengths. Government and communities need to work together to provide a welcoming attitude, with environmentally sound and sustainable growth, for our future prosperity.

4. The business closure question is larger than just a downtown issue. The issue starts right at the Invermere District Office. We need to change our mindset on business, and create a more welcoming attitude. We need to communicate with the stakeholders and see where our shortcomings are, and be ready to discuss how we can create a better business climate within our town limits. Branding and theming the town. Inventoring what we have and what would be nice to have to add to the overall variety and flavour of the community. A strong need to be unique. We must communicate, prioritize and commit.

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Village of Canal Flats Candidates 1.

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In your opinion, what is the most important issue your area faces and why?

How do you think Canal Flats should be re-branded to encourage community investment and growth?

What’s the best — and worst — decision made over the last year pertaining to Canal Flats?

What will you do to encourage businesses to set up shop in Canal Flats?

1. It is somewhat difficult to narrow it down to one single issue. In my opinion, one of the most crucial challenges would be how to provide basic services such as water, sewer, roads, etc., to our taxpayers while keeping taxes affordable. In Canal Flats, we have been doing a good job keeping the municipal tax increase to about two to three per cent annually in the past 10 years. We did have a somewhat larger increase this year due to the upgrades that needed to be done to the water system. However, through some very hard work by council, staff and some grant funding, we were able to keep this cost less than most other jurisdictions in the East Kootenay.

2. Canal Flats has always been a blue collar logging town with a lot of emphasis on backcountry recreation. We need to embrace this image and build on it. We should be attracting small businesses and/or light industrial relating to the industry and recreation that we enjoy. Some examples would be a small engine repair for ATVs and boats, wood manufacturing, microbrewery (we have great water), etc. I see the branding giving us an identity that should attract mostly permanent residents who will support local businesses and bring children into our school. A recent survey showed that preserving our small town atmosphere should be a priority.

3. In my opinion, the best decisions are made when you know what the community wants. In the past year, we have made several decisions after extensive input from the residents.

I’m speaking of the Roads and Traffic Bylaw amendments that came as a result concerned citizen petitioning Council to let RVs park on the boulevard during the summer months and adjusting the weight restrictions. Another example was the merging of the water systems and upgrades. This has been a decision in the making for a long time with years of hard work by this and past Councils to come up with the best solution for our taxpayers. I feel very strongly that good teamwork yields the best results.

4. We have the lowest taxes for residents and businesses of all the municipalities in the valley, not having had increases by more than two or three per cent since we incorporated. We have a lot of light industrial and commercial properties available and we don’t require business licenses. Canal Flats still has the lowest real estate prices in the Columbia Valley, which makes us very attractive to young families. We already have been taking steps to encourage business by having had discussions with Kicking Horse Coffee and Arrowhead Brewery about our assets, should they be looking at expanding their businesses. However, we need to be careful that any kind of growth be managed carefully so it will benefit everyone.

Dean Midyette

1. The most important issue facing Canal Flats today is economic development. We have fewer residents, fewer businesses and half the number of children in our elementary school than we had a decade ago when we incorporated. The Economic Development Plan I’ve drafted will address these issues by attracting more residents, attracting business and encouraging more day traffic. To these ends, we are working to beautify our village entrances, develop a Master Plan and review our development zoning bylaws. We will also undertake a rebranding initiative and review our marketing strategies. This will provide a foundation for future prosperity.

2. Our rebranding should highlight the rich history in Canal Flats, embody the spirit of our community, and emphasize the abundance of recreational opportunities within minutes of the village. We have the only public boat access to Columbia Lake, one of the best shooting ranges in the East Kootenay, and everything the backcountry offers at our doorstep. We are a community that loves the outdoors, yet none of this is communicated with our current brand. Our new brand will need to capture the imagination of potential residents and visitors alike and will form the foundation of a new marketing strategy designed to attract new residents, tourists and businesses.

3. The best decision made by council was to pursue the water system upgrade which saved the Village fines, having our water licence seized by the Province, and allowing the committee to trim $600,000 off the original design. It also removes the Water Quality Advisory imposed by Interior Health over 10 years ago. The worst decision occurred at the Regional District of East Kootenay table. We need $70,000 for the final upgrades to bring our arena up to code. A decision, without the councillors’ advice or approval, was made to add $100,000 to pave the arena parking lot. The request was denied; our arena still needs funding for the work to be done.

4. The Economic Development Plan that I’ve drafted calls for the initial focus to be on light industrial and highway commercial. To these ends, I will enter negotiations with property owners along our Highway 93/95 corridor on the south end of Canal Flats to secure a lease or outright purchase of property with highway frontage. We also need to publicize and promote our desire to attract new businesses, which I will do through Invest Kootenay (a website designed specifically for business attraction and retention), with the local Chamber of Commerce, and through my many business connections I have as a result of my work with the local newspapers.

Marie Delorme (I)

1. A response was not received by press deadline.

2. Canal Flats has never undertaken a branding process. We have kept very quiet about this special place in the valley. But word is getting out! Every year I see more reasons why this is an ideal community to live in and raise a family. Canal Flats has instant access to mountain and lake recreation, reasonably assessed housing (and reasonable taxes), an elementary school, an upgraded water system (clean, great tasting water right out of your tap), an upgraded Ice Arena, an active arts society, seniors club and civic centre. We are close to everything, but far enough away to be able to breathe. Can we brand that? For sure!

3. The best decision was to move ahead with the water project. We are ahead of many small communities in the East Kootenay in providing safe drinking water, and we met the deadline for using the grant so we were able to minimize the expense to taxpayers. This council made it happen with a lot of collaboration and keeping our focus on the issue until it was resolved. The worst decision escapes me. Some may say council takes too long to make a decision. But I never vote yes without getting all my questions answered and considering the ramifications.

Mayor

Ute Juras (I)

Mayor Councillor

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21 4. A response was not received by press deadline.

1. I believe Canal Flats really needs to focus on starting more programs for kids ages five to 18, whether it is recreation or leadership programs. Our kids have very little offered to them once they reach school age and community programs are needed. Canal Flats used to offer summer programs, we had a basketball court and a tennis court, and they were used by the community, but are no longer an option. I would like to see more be provided. Not everyone plays hockey or skis, therefore there is a need for winter programs as well. After all, our kids are our future.

2. A response was not received by press deadline.

3. A response was not received by press deadline.

4. A response was not received by press deadline.

Paul Marcil (I)

1. Economic Development — creating jobs and opportunities to attract people to live and work in our village. This involves making the village an attractive place to live and work — by having facilities, services and infrastructure available, visually pleasant with popular amenities (walkways, parks, etc.), business-friendly bylaws and zoning, and a populace who is welcoming and willing to embrace the changes growth brings. Population growth, and visitor traffic, creates opportunities for investors who will provide more services which, in turn, attracts more people. People are needed to make businesses, schools, and recreation facilities viable.

2. Branding, marketing, promoting, etc. are really all the same thing — selling our village as an attractive place to investors and new residents so local businesses, the school and recreational facilities can all be viable and grow. The Village must have the infrastructure and a plan in place to manage the growth, so we are able to accommodate new investment in tourism, retail or commercial/industrial ventures. Branding ourselves in only one field (ie. tourism) leaves out the other areas of potential growth.

The “brand” has to reflect the openness of our village to accommodate investment and to welcome people — young or old, with or without kids — into the Village.

3. We made several decisions as a Council and that is the key — Council makes a decision on every issue and it is a Council decision if the majority endorses or rejects it, even if one votes differently than the majority. I gave serious thought, did research on each major issue, and lobbied my position to the Council — but in the end it is a Council decision, whether my vote was a yes or no, and I support the result for each decision made.

4. Editor’s note: Mr. Marcil was unable to participate in Question #4 due to personal circumstances.

Karl Sterzer

1. Although I have a number of issues that are important to me, I realize that despite my own passions, it is crucial to make myself available to the constituents and let their issues be at the top of my list. This said, we must address economic growth and development, programs and retention for and of our elderly population, and provide attractive landscapes for families with education, sport, and culture. As well, embrace our local history and provide environmentally responsible ways to move forward. Finally, with this in mind, we as elected officials have a responsibility to put words into actions, and implement these decisions.

2. Canal Flats has many positive assets so a focus on rebranding definitely has its challenges! We are a small mountain town with a beautiful lake, pristine river, amazing backcountry, great agricultural conditions, strong people, and a rich history of forestry. I believe that a successful formula is building on what you are, and not making the mistake of trying to become something you are not. A marketing friend of mine once said after looking at the Village of Canal Flats and learning more about it, that we were the “Gateway To The Wilderness.” This has been one brand that has stayed with me ever since. Although there are many possibilities, perhaps this could be one?

3. Considerably the best decision made by council was to upgrade and bring into compliance the water system for the entire Village, thus avoiding disciplinary action, while providing safe and potable drinking water for everyone. The worst decision is the Village has still not brought that service to Painted Ridge, thus preventing lot sales, leaving a large barren land mass visible to all that live or visit here, frustrating economic growth, and depriving our community of much needed jobs as well as tax dollars. Despite wordsmithing, the fact is that, as of today, this development is not physically attached to the main system. This sends a strong message that this community is not open for business.

4. I would like to set aside politics for a moment to reflect on the brave men and women in our military who sacrifice themselves for each of us daily, without whom we could not take part in these elections and enjoy the freedoms that we have here in Canada. Thank you! Per this week’s question, I am currently renovating the old school in Canal Flats, which we purchased this year, in order to provide affordable retail space to individuals who would look to potentially open a business in our community. As well, I plan to work together with current business owners and residents to identify community needs and pursue those companies or persons that could mutually benefit our community and themselves. Finally, I will continue to lead by example and open some new niche businesses to show that Canal Flats is a viable stage for commerce.

1. A response was not received by press deadline.

2. A response was not received by press deadline.

3. A response was not received by press deadline.

4. A response was not received by press deadline.

Councillor

Councillor

Councillor

Erin Gornik

Councillor

Roy Webb

Electoral Area F Director Candidates

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Director

Wendy Booth (I)

1. In your opinion, what is the most important issue your area faces and why?

2. Should incorporation be considered for the following communities in Area F? Panorama Mountain Village, Windermere and/or Fairmont Hot Springs. In Area G? Edgewater.

3. Jumbo Glacier Resort Mountain Resort Municipality is the most hotly debated topic in the Columbia Valley, one that has garnered national attention.

Where do you stand on the issue?

4. The highway entrance and small downtown of Windermere proper are marked by abandoned and dilapidated buildings. If elected, will you put effort into reinvigorating this area?

1. One important “common denominator” challenging Area F residents is “WATER” - its quality, provision, and impact. Each community has a unique relationship with this resource and some face difficult decisions. Individual residents, as well as entire communities, will consider hard choices related to flood mitigation or upgrades to potable water delivery. The preservation of Lake Windermere and Columbia Lake stands out as integral to the very life of our Valley. Notwithstanding, please understand that Area F is one of the largest of RDEK districts; naming one issue does not downplay the importance of another that may not be as relevant in all communities.

2. Just as all three are distinct in character from each other, so are circumstances as to whether these communities would benefit from incorporation and its resultant local powers. Independence is a primary benefit, however it comes with a price to property taxpayers. A new municipality would undertake its own administration, emergency planning, road and infrastructure services, among others. Generally, municipalities shoulder three times more per capita spending on services than a regional district. Further, to what extent are there sustainable commercial and industrial businesses to help share in these additional costs? Ultimately, incorporation is a serious public debate decided by the electorate.

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Andrea Dunlop

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Valley residents care about their priceless environment, their wildlife, their economy — Jumbo touches us all. Two vested parties have expressed their opposition by filing legal proceedings. Notwithstanding, I accept, until court announcements deem otherwise, the Jumbo decision that has been taken. My job is to support my constituents within my jurisdiction. Jumbo is not. In fact, the determination of “substantial completion” of the resort under the Environment Assessment Certificate does not involve RDEK at all. Dedicating my energies constructively, I will ensure the allocation of provincial funds to my constituents’ concerns within my authority.

This is where I can have a positive impact.

Street appeal and pride of ownership are important in real estate, but not RDEK. The RDEK does not generally force owners to invest moneys to upgrade their private property. It will nurture the socio-economic growth of the area so businesses can weather fluctuations in local economies. Only 40 per cent of Windermere’s owners are permanent residents. With 60 per cent of potential clients relocating for part of the year, local businesses are challenged during shoulder seasons. The Community Priorities Plan, completed in 2013 by the Columbia Valley Directed Funds, articulates key priorities in support of socio-economic development and reduce the negative impacts at these times. I believe we can work together to achieve these goals.

1. Area F covers a lot of territory and each community has its concerns so it is difficult to choose one issue. The health of the lakes? Jumbo? Water in Windermere or Fairmont?

The abattoir? Forest fire threats? All of these are important to the people they affect. However, what is important to everyone, in every community, is the support of the person they elect. We all want someone who will listen to us and be our spokesperson. When the majority of the population opposes a project or supports a development, the director should be listening. I am committed to engaging with communities and advocating for you.

2. I understand the frustration communities have with the current governing system. Having mayors and directors from as far away as Creston voting on local issues seems bizarre and ineffective. It is logical to want locally elected representatives making these decisions. It is also frustrating to have so little of the property taxes collected by the province returned to the area. If these communities became municipalities, they could keep the money they collect to fund local initiatives. If more communities were to join a larger municipality, they could share costs and reduce duplication of services. However, there would have to be a desire to incorporate, feasibility studies and permission from the province.

3. I am opposed to the Jumbo Glacier Resort (JGR). I find it offensive that, as my community vies for provincial funding to upgrade a water system for real residents, these same tax payers are supporting a community that doesn’t exist. The road to Panorama is already difficult to maintain; it would be discouraging to see highways trucks heading up to JGR past roads that already receive limited attention due to the vast expanse of roadway we have in Area F. A development, if it is sound, will attract investors and does not need taxpayers as financial crutches to keep it legitimate.

4. I agree that the entrance to Windermere can look abandoned, but those empty buildings are privately owned and the RDEK can only enforce building code regulations.

Radium was only able to improve their streetscape once they had incorporated. As a regional district, Windermere does not possess the influence nor the funding to improve the highway appeal. For me, an issue which the RDEK may be able to influence is safety. Currently, there are no turning lanes from the highway into Windermere, Juniper Heights and the Ktunaxa band office. Anyone who has experienced sitting on the highway waiting to turn while 90 km-an-hour traffic is barrelling down behind understands my concern.

School District Area 4 Trustee Candidates 1. In your opinion, what is the most important issue your area faces and why?

2. What is the biggest obstacle to improving individual student achievement in your area that you want to tackle?

3. Trustees serve as liaisons to various community groups and organizations, reporting back to the rest of the Board. What personal strengths do you bring to this role?

4. How do you propose to handle any parents’ complaints regarding a school’s administrative or teaching team?

Amber Byklum

1. A response was not received by press deadline.

2. There are numerous obstacles that inhibit individual student achievement. Each child has different challenges or hurdles (some have numerous) that affect their personal learning outcomes. Student success is always top priority for our teachers. As a board, we need to ensure that we provide relevant professional development and training.

We need to ensure that the resources needed are available and that there are plenty of opportunities for collaboration between teachers themselves and with pertinent partner groups. Students in our district are already achieving at or above provincial averages thanks to the great work of all of our stakeholders. We are always striving for continuous improvement.

3. As a trustee I have listened objectively, with compassion and understanding regardless of my personal opinion on issues. This I feel is key to being an effective trustee as we need to create healthy relationships to ensure that we are building and maintaining a district that reflects our local priorities, values and expectations. Holding the position of PAC Chair for 5 yrs prior to being a Trustee I feel I bring a very valuable “parent’s voice” to the board table. I see the value of being engaged in our schools and how it has helped me make decisions and advocate for our students.

4. When speaking with a parent, we must listen and offer a direction that would hopefully get the quickest resolve. However it is not the role of a Trustee to intervene or to solve these types of issues at this level. By using Policy #2710 the “Problem Solving Protocol”, we can hope that the issue is resolved at the source through meaningful and collaborative conversation. If the issue is not resolved to the parents’ satisfaction, they may then contact a Trustee or communicate with the Board to appeal their case. That is why it is imperative for a Trustee to remain unbiased in fairness to the parent and the staff member involved.

Cory Stanbury

1. The most important issue that faces our current school board is fiscal responsibility and accountability. We are coming off of a year of turmoil with teachers being locked out and striking, and I want to ensure that our school board and administration are doing everything they can to support our schools.

2. I believe we can improve individual student achievement by directing as much funding as possible into the classroom rather than having money diverted to administration or special programs that serve a small number of students. As a trustee my focus will be oversight, making sure that we maximize the number of frontline staff, thereby reducing class sizes and increasing one-on-one support for special needs students.

3. The biggest personal strength that I can bring to the Board of Trustees is my ability to listen and interpret what the people in our community are trying to convey.

Over the past three years, I have served as the president of the Windermere Community Association and I am currently the treasurer for the Invermere Sunday Hockey League and sit on the Columbia Valley Recreation Society board. I also get the opportunity to interact with a large number of our local youth during refereeing for minor hockey and the new Youth Initiative we are starting at the Windermere Community Hall. These activities allow me to bring a direct line of local voices directly to the School Board.

4. A response was not received by press deadline.

Trustee Trustee

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Alcoholics Anonymous If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m.

For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7:15 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call 250-3428255.

$1,000 reward for any pertinent information regarding eggs being thrown at houses in Canal Flats.

Anonymity guaranteed, contact The Pioneer.

CHEERS to Karin and Sheenah for being so kind to me. You girls are the best.

Cheers to Sam and Pauline on their 57th anniversary. We appreciate everyone who came to celebrate with us.

Cheers to Daria and Adrienne, what a delicious dinner at Christ Church Trinity. And to all the volunteers.

The next one is when?

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

s obituary s William (Bill) Martin Thompson

cheers & Jeers Without our dear neighbours and friends we would be lost. Cheers to Toni of BMO bank and Gord of J.R. Enterprises, you are and always will be shining stars in our eyes. We are forever grateful!

Cheers to our Invermere Fire Department. What a skilled, professional, competent group.

Nice job on the derelict house on 10th Ave.

Jeers to anyone who thinks that egging homes on Halloween is funny.

Jeers to me for almost hitting a camo coloured Jeep when I was coming out of the back parking lot of the hospital. Sorry for causing you to slam on your brakes! I thought I had looked both ways, but obviously not. Jeep driver, would you consider putting your lights on? It was such a foggy, rainy morning, having headlights on might have helped me to see you.

Apologies!

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In 1956, Bill immigrated from England to Victoria, B.C. with his parents. He earned a post-secondary degree from the University of Victoria, majoring in Botany. After 2 years with the BC Forestry, Bill returned to University to complete his education certification. On August 22nd, 1970, Bill married Donna Frayne of Victoria. Bill was hired to teach Biology at David Thompson Secondary School, beginning September, 1970.

Bill will be forever remembered for his compassion and community involvement, love of the outdoors and genuine giving spirit!

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, November 15th, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Christ Church Trinity (110-7th Ave.) in Invermere, B.C. with refreshments to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Muscular Dystrophy Canada or the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Cheers to the Halloween Party, it Cheers to D.K. Rice for sharing her was a job well done. Cheers to the business expertise during a Junior Amazing Jeremy for coming to the Achievement course she taught for party! elementary students!

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Cheers to Kathy and Lorane. Happy journey through life, I can’t wait until I go through my journey through life!

Cheers to the DTSS boys senior soccer team players and coach.

Congratulations on winning the East Kootenay finals November 1st in Creston and now representing your school at provincials in Vancouver November 17th . Good luck and best wishes to you all!

October 24th, 1944 – November 8th, 2014

On November 8th, Bill Thompson passed away peacefully at the age of 70, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his loving wife, Donna Thompson, daughters, Sarah (Preston and sons Osten and Gavin Hagens), Stephanie (Gary Jurasek) and son Keith (Katie and son Leo).

Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 1-855-377-1312 Email: info@columbiavalleypioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

In memory of

Cory William Jarock November 17th, 1980 – April 3rd, 2012

Today is a day we will always remember For this day belonged to you Cory our son, brother, family and friend We should be celebrating your 34 years as we used to.

Lets all raise a glass and toast.

Love you more and more.

Mom, Dad, Gord, Trevor, Michael, family and friends.

Cheers to all the folks who attended the Songwriter’s CD Party from all the musicians. You were a grand audience. We are fortunate to have you.

Cheers to Three Voices of Healing for your Accreditation with Exemplary Standing. Keep up the great work!

Cheers to Barb Cote. Courage, an innate sense of right combined with documented facts are needed to be a respected whistle blower.

Not easy. I admire your risk and integrity.

Hugh Cheers to Rick, Chris and John from Diamond Heating & Spas for getting our tired old Edgewater hot tub up and humming! Your efforts and perseverance went above and beyond!

Cheers to the teachers for not dealing with all the costumes on Hallowe’en which is an evening event, All Hallows Eve, a holy evening (e’en, short for evening) when people chased away evil spirits before All Saints Day on November 1st.

Jeers to the flu not being a four letter word.

Jeers to the person who dumped their deer remains in the parking lot at the head of the bike trails in Juniper Heights. Everyone who comes out here to enjoy a ride or a walk have to trip over this mess plus you are bringing in the coyotes and it is our pets that they kill! Get a grip and take your remains back out in the bush!

Cheers to Barbara Cote for having the courage to make a difference.

Cheers to Wendy from PetroCan for making my birthday wonderful.

Your card was really appreciated.

Cheers to the cold weather. Do you think it will get cold enough for the lake to freeze so we can all do some wide-open skating before it snows? Wouldn’t that be great!

Jeers to hibernation kicking in.

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cheers & Jeers

LOST AND FOUND

accommodation wanted

condo FOR RENT

house FOR SALE

condo FOR SALE

Cheers to my wonderful wife for making me so happy and putting up with me since 1988. Luv you.

Lost: 2 diamond rings near Quality Bakery. If found please call 250342-6046.

Cheers to Shawn, you are a good egg(plant)...see, you are purple too!

Found: iPad north of Radium, between Radium and Edgewater.

Contact 250-342-1745.

Mature single person looking for a pet-friendly 1-bdrm apartment.

Invermere preferred, long-term rental. Will consider a basement apartment if there is a wood stove.

Please contact 250-341-6299 ext.

115 days, 250-409-4104 evenings.

Why rent when you can own?

No down payment needed, Windermere 4-bdrm, 2 bath, 1,500 sq. ft. living space, completely updated, all appliances, payment $1,250/mo P.I.T., realtor appointed.

Inquire windermere01@shaw.ca.

Sell or Trade: Condo main floor corner unit. 2-bdrm + den or 3rd bedroom, open floor plan, like new, pool, hot tubs, fitness centre, under ground parking and lake view.

Trade for small acreage or house in Invermere area, will pay cash difference. 250-342-1217.

Cheers to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort for including local businesses and artisans in their Wine Festival.

Found: Cell phone in EagleBrook area of Fairmont. E-mail:jehugill@ shaw.ca to identify.

Windermere Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm furnished condo, wifi, 42” Plasma TV, beach, hot tub, pool. $750/mo + hydro. N/S, N/P. Oct. - June. Radium Resort: 1-bdrm furnished condo, wifi, cable TV included $700/mo + hydro Sept - June. Contact: allwest@shaw.ca or call/text 403-383-0600.

Cheers to Grandpa and Grandma for the treat in Calgary!

Cheers to Tim and Sandi for their amazing and generous spirits. We all appreciate your help!

storage NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

Cheers to Ideal Prints for donating to GALS! Community spirit like that allows us to keep spaying/ neutering and rescuing pets!

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

Cheers to the man who found my father’s (Captain C.C. Penney) war medals from my house in Windermere and returned them to me. Forever grateful.

commercial space

Cheers to the Fairmont Resort Wine Fest organizers! It was our first one and certainly not our last! Food was delicious, samples of wine outstanding and hospitality was first class! Well done!

Cheers to the Fairmont Resort Front office staff who went ‘above and beyond’ by volunteering to drive my husband and I home from the Wine Fest before the shuttle service began. “Employee of the Month” in our books! Thanks so much!

Cheers to the Wine Fest shuttle driver for driving my brother and his guests down to his home in “The Meadows”, in Fairmont. Thanks for not leaving them alone to find their way home in the dark. You went ‘beyond’ by making sure they got home safely!

LOST AND FOUND Found: Cat Nov. 7th on Westside Rd. Short hair, black and white with unique markings. Female, thought to be about 1 year old, super friendly. Call ICan 250-342-7888.

Commercial space for rent, 503 7th Ave., formerly Valley Spas, 1,950 sq. ft., call 250-342-0603 or 250341-5845.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE 24 x 36 shop power included, propane heat at tenant’s expense, $650/mo first and last D.D. required. Contact Newhouse Multi Storage 250-342-3637.

2,425 sq. ft. prime commercial space located at 1313 7th Ave. across from the Invermere Inn. Phone Leo at 250-342-3134.

shared accommodation Private room, includes all utilities, internet, long distance calling, laundry. Beside Panorama bus stop. $500/mo single, $600/mo double, $45/night includes taxes, 1-866222-0325.

accommodation wanted 2-bdrm furnished accommodation required in the Fairmont Hot Springs/Invermere area. Please contact 1-519-993-7055.

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

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.

Furnished basement suite, includes washer, dryer, internet and utilities.

2134 13th Ave. Phone 250-3426534.

Radium: Motel Bavaria, low low rates, daily, weekly, monthly.

Kitchenettes available. Call 250347-9915.

Black Forest Heights: 2-bdrm, ground level, open concept. Bright, comfortable, nice yard and views, 7 appliances including central vacuum. N/S, no partiers, quiet, small pets considered. December 15th. $850/mo including utilities.

Call Rick 250-342-3057 or cell, 250341-5572.

Radium: 1-bdrm apartment on upper floor. $615/mo including utilities. D.D. required. Available Dec. 1st. Please call 250-342-5159.

HOUSE FOR RENT Invermere furnished Townhouse.

3-bdrm, 2.5-bath, 5 appliances, N/S, N/P. Garage, close to downtown, family oriented. $1,250/mo + utilities. 403-7030930.

House for rent- Waterfront: Newly renovated cozy home: 2-bdrm, 1 bath, w/d nestled in the wetlands with private dock.

Available Dec. 1st, $1,250/mo plus utilities, N/S, N/P, references required, 250-342-8334 evenings.

1-bdrm self-contained lower condo unit in the Fairmont Ridge complex. 5 appliances. Recently painted. Available November 1st. $525/mo. No pets and no smoking allowed. Call 403-931-2528.

Canal Flats/Jade Landing, 3-bdrm, 2.5 bath, finished basement. $750/ mo + utilities, pets negotiable.

Available Nov. 15th. Call 250-3429259.

Beautiful, furnished 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, townhouse style condo with single car garage. Downtown Invermere, walk to schools and shopping, hardwood floors, granite counter tops, gas fireplace, 2 decks, D/W, W/D, no smoking, no pets. $1,250/mo + utilities and D.D. Available Dec 1st. References required. 250-341-7890.

Condo for rent in Aspen building in Radium, 2-bdrm, 2 bath, $850/ mo includes utilities. N/P, N/S. Underground parking. Available right away, call 403-690-3166.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

Lot for Sale - 113 Westridge Drive.

The best lot/location available in Invermere. Just under half acre, fantastic views, quiet, private lane.

Buy it now to be ready to build in the spring! Motivated to sell, $165,000 O.B.O. 250-342-8773.

house FOR SALE

4-bdrm, 2 and a half bathroom townhouse for sale in Swansea View. Phone for details. 250-3415216.

Invermere Triplex, live in private 1,680 sq. ft. 4-bdrm, 2 bath family home and rent two units to cover expenses. Great location. Priced to sell at $494,000. Serious inquiries only, no agents, 250-342-9446.

House for sale in Invermere, 3-bdrm, on 2 lots, for all information visit propertyguys. com. ID #266 426, $255,000. 250342-7219.

82 car electric train set, HO size, includes tracks. 250-342-6127.

condo FOR SALE

firewood

Located in Invermere, this well appointed condo features superior construction and R2000 certified.

2-bdrm, 2 full bath, all on one floor.

Close to shopping and beaches. 5 appliances. Perfect as your new home or great rental property revenue.

Furniture negotiable, move right in! $285,000 firm, serious inquiries only, 250-342-2274.

misc. FOR SALE

Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

Larch, fir, and pine split and delivered. Call 250-342-6908.

Firewood, bagged or bulk, free local delivery. 250-342-3040 or aranwood@hotmail.com.

Pine firewood, cord or halves. 250341-7290.

Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated

492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

Kim Collens

toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671

Representative

kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com

Recipe Of The Week EGGNOG SUPREME

12 Egg Yolks 1 cup Sugar 1 cup Brandy 1 1/3 cups Rum

2 cups Half & Half Cream 12 Egg Whites 3 cups Whipping Cream Nutmeg for garnish

In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar together until lemon coloured and thick.

Add brandy, rum and cream and blend well.

Chill for several hours.

In a separate bowl beat egg whites until stiff.

Beat whipping cream in a large bowl and fold in egg whites.

Fold into egg yolk mixture.

Pour into a large punch bowl; sprinkle with grated nutmeg.

See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

Home Of The Week You’ll LOVE Lakeview Meadows!

Love the custom built home, love the great community with lake access and recreation center and love the great price . . . come and meet your new neighbours.

$785,000

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firewood

services

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Seasoned fir and pine firewood mix for sale, call or text 250-347-9048.

Home Building and Renos

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net

Invermere Petro-Can is currently accepting resumes for F/T and P/T employment. Apply in person to 185 Laurier Street, Invermere between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

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 250-342-9417.

97 Polaris XLT RMK 600 Triple, original owner, mint condition, very reliable. Asking $3,200, please call 250-688-0521.

VEHICLES for sale

2002 Buick Century Custom comes with 2 sets of mounted tires, each one season only. Trailer hitch and nice cruiser, all for $2,000, 250345-2161.

2005 GMC 1500HD 4x4 truck, 260 kms. Black exterior with leather interior. $5,900, call 1-403-2415000.

services

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

250-342-5089.

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

Professional couple available to house-sit short or long term in the Radium to Fairmont area.

References available upon request.

Call 250-341-8424.

kimberleyrae.ca

photography studio picture framing passport photos …look for the red door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!

250-342-5102

NEED A PASSPORT or VISA PHOTO? ...guaranteed to meet Passport specifications or your money back or complimentary re-take!

Walk-ins accepted; appointments preferred.

Ready in an hour.

KRS Photography Printing - Picture Framing 505-7th Avenue Invermere Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 or by appointment.

Look for the red door behind the Invermere Laundromat! www.kimberleyrae.ca or 250-342-5102 Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Environmentally friendly products.

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

“I would happily recommend Shannon’s Blinds. Her service was outstanding, and she went above & beyond our expectations.

The quote was fair and install was absolutely painless. I will be passing her name on to all our friends.” Lynette New – “Drapery & much more” Phantom Retractable Screen Doors Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749.

Painting, quality workmanship, European trained, call Ulrich Sobieroy 250-347-9898.

Looking for a part-time massage therapist. Will pay 60%. Please call for details 250-688-2299.

Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies is Hiring!

We are currently seeking a F/T Sales/Telus associate in our new and exciting store across from Pothole Park. Training is provided.

Please send your resume to info@ selkirkcells.com.

J.Passmore Ltd. is looking for experienced log truck drivers for the Invermere area. Please send resume and abstract to tkp@ nethop.net or fax 250-499-2721.

Oldtimer needs housekeeping help, 2 hours per day in the Wilder subdivision. 250-342-3785 call between 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Columbia Cycle and Ski is hiring a F/T Ski tech/Bike mechanic, must be available weekends. Email: ccycle@telus.net or drop off resume to 375 Laurier Street, Invermere.

Looking for a long-term position?

The Skookum wants you! We would like a friendly and outgoing cashier that can work evenings, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. 4 or 5 days a week, with alternate days off. Staff discounts on fuel and groceries. Period cash bonuses. Computer point of sale. Will train as needed. Salary depends on experience, training needs, etc. All indoors. Please call John or Jane at 250-342-6293 to arrange interview, or email to skookuminn@shaw.ca. Thanks for your interest.

John Wolfe

construction ltd.

John Wolfe Construction, the contractor for Baymag Mines has Trucking positions available to start immediately for contract hauling from our mine site near Radium Hot Springs BC to Exshaw AB. Details are available by calling our office 250-347-9263.

PO Box 370 • Phone 250-347-9263 • Fax 250-347-9096

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HELP WANTED Peppi’s is now hiring a casual/part time server. Please send a resume to p.fuel@yahoo.ca attention Laura and Tim.

Health & Wellness

Fiona Millar, AEP Intuitive Reader

250-342-1713 fiona@fionapsychic.com • www.fionapsychic.com

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

Part and Full-time Positions Available Start date: ASAP

Food Service Supervisor Permanent, Shift

Food Counter Attendant Permanent, Shift

Job description available in store 7 positions available No education required One to two years experience required.

Nights/early mornings/weekends $12.12/hour + medical/ dental/group benefits.

Job description available in store 12 positions available No education or experience required.

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

Apply in person, via email (timhortons.invermere@gmail.com) or by fax (250-341-3177) for both positions.

Join our winning team!

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

ASSISTANT MANAGER (HOUSEKEEPING) – FULL TIME The Assistant Manager of Housekeeping provides direction and guidance in the day to day operations in Housekeeping and Laundry; and advises on the overall operation of the Lodge including guest rooms, public areas, hotel cleanliness and guest concerns and requests.

Responsibilities include the day to day operations of all housekeeping services including the cleaning of lodge rooms and public areas and the operation of the laundry by effective planning, organization and supervision. Management and control of the inventory of guest supplies, linens, chemicals, cleaning supplies, equipment, uniforms and all other required items. Scheduling all staff based on room occupancy and ensuring all assignments are completed in a timely manner. Full responsibilities are available online at FairmontHotSprings.com.

The successful candidate will have a post secondary education in the hospitality/hotel field, supervisory experience, preferably in the hotel environment, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to organize, motivate and manage a large multicultural and diverse department.

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities.

Interested applicants please forward their resume with references before November, 14th 2014 to the attention of: Human Resources • Fax: 250-345-6616 or email to: hr@fhsr.com

FairmontHotSprings.com 1.800.663.4979

5225 Fairmont Resort Road, Fairmont Hot Springs, BC, V0B 1L1

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We remember Counterclockwise from top right: The Invermere ceremony on November 11th drew a large poppy-wearing crowd; Local veterans march in the annual Invermere parade (photos by Steve Hubrecht); MLA Norm Macdonald addresses the Invermere Remembrance Day gathering with Windermere District Legion president Ken Carlow to his right (photo by Dan Walton); A veteran salutes the Canal Flats cenotaph after laying his wreath (photo by Lizzie Midyette); the Edgewater parade marches to the Edgewater cenotaph for the November 11th ceremony; cadets stand guard around the Edgewater cenotaph (photos by Erin Knutson).

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November 14, 2014 . . . ‘Invermere’ from page 2

Christmas Dinner for Seniors Sunday, December 14th • 5:30 p.m.

Call 250-342-5566, Monday to Thursday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to register, prior to Friday, December 12th Best Western Invermere Inn Brought to you by the Rotary Club of Invermere www.InvermereRotary.org

Invermere Dry Cleaners Ltd.

20% off

for dry cleaning on winter coats, jackets, sweaters from November 15th – December 15th 507A - 7th Ave., Invermere • 250-342-6610

Dear Columbia Valley Residents; Everyone from time-to-time needs a helping hand.

The C.V. Christmas Bureau believes that everyone deserves a special Christmas dinner without the added stress and financial burden that often comes with the holidays.

SPONSORS: You can sponsor a local individual or family by providing a food gift card and small gift box. To register please call Angie at 250-342-2611 or email cvcb@shaw.ca. You can help by visiting one of the Angel Trees to donate a gift to a child. Trees are located at Home Hardware, Dairy Queen and Kootenay Savings Credit Union, Invermere. Please return the wrapped and labeled gifts to the store by Thursday, December 11th.

Ms. Becker made a similar suggestion about shutting down a section of downtown during high season, and said the district needs to get a head start on its parking strategy rather than always playing catch-up. Mr. Atterbury sees things differently — he said that bottlenecked traffic is good for the downtown businesses. Mr. Denchuk also believes that slow-moving downtown traffic is beneficial, and said that while “dysfunction junction” is extremely confusing at first, drivers seem to get the hang of things. Mr. Anderson said the district’s parking strategy isn’t as bad as it seems — a study from last summer found that parking exceeded 90 per cent capacity on only two days. However, more efforts should be made to encourage foot traffic and to repel RVs from the downtown, he said.

Affordable housing could have been perceived as a non-issue. Each candidate commended the Family Resource Centre for its success in providing social assistance in the valley. Mr. Denchuk mentioned alternative revenues used in the valley to support family incomes, but said the solution lies directly with the Family Resource Centre, which he’ll continue to support. Mr. Atterbury said housing has been very affordable in the valley since the 2008 economic downturn. Mr. Miller said the district should work in conjunction with developers to ensure that more small-sized lots become available. Ms. Becker said a stronger public transportation system would allow more manoeuvrability, which would increase housing options for locals with no private transportation. Mr. Anderson said if work is needed beyond what the Family Resource Centre provides, then a valley-wide solution is required.

LUCKY GUESS — Former LWA program co-ordinator Kirsten Harma presents the T-shirt prize to the 2013 Catch the Freeze winner, Steve Levitt.

File photo

REQUESTS: Do you need a little help this season? The CVCB is ready to accept request forms for food gift cards and angel gifts for the 2014 Christmas season. Forms are available at the following locations: The Family Resource Ctr., Ministry of Children and Family Development, Shuswap Band Office, Akisqnuk Health Centre and Canal Flats Headwater Centre or call 250-342-2611.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING REQUEST FORMS IS THURSDAY. DECEMBER 11th.

. . . ‘Trustee’ from page 8

Catch the freeze before it’s too late!

Sincerely, The Columbia Valley Christmas Bureau

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Enter the “Catch the Freeze” Contest to win a Gerry’s Gelati gift certificate and an “I Love My Lake” T-shirt!

Only $2 per guess — all you have to do is guess when Lake Windermere will freeze over this year. The lake is officially frozen when edge-to-edge ice is judged from Rushmere, Windermere, and Fort Point to Lower Lakeview Road. Invermere Mayor Gerry Taft will make the final call. The first to guess the correct date will be deemed the contest winner, and will be featured in The Pioneer.

Proceeds go towards Lake Windermere Ambassadors’ water stewardship programs. Find us collecting guesses at Gerry’s or contact us for more information by email at info@lakeambassadors.ca or phone 250-341-6898.

“This fact needs to be acknowledged by the board. Maintaining the quality of our local education system is paramount.”

On the contrary, Ms. Byklum said rural schools will benefit more with those programs.

“Our students who are performing at or above the provincial average can participate in a number of innovative programs, such as hockey academy or the intensive French,” she said. “Our board has always supported teachers’ and support staffs’ professional development and we will continue to encourage these opportunities for collaboration and co-teaching.”

With a background in business, Mr. Stanbury said he’ll find savings that don’t directly impact the classroom, allowing for more teachers and support staff, and better technology. He also said literacy rates should be boosted after plateauing over the past few years.

“I feel that over the past few years that the board and teachers have had a break of trust, and I hope to build that back up,” he said.

In reference to local declining enrolment, Ms. Byklum said this issue is common throughout the province, but is no direct correlation between the quality of a local education system and the size of its student population. . . . ‘Local’ from page 6 The Roger’s Pass has one if not the most elaborate control programs in the world, but they still to this day get surprised and the highway every year closes because they can’t actually “CONTROL” the avalanches.

In the last five years in particular, I have witnessed the expansion of many avalanche paths in the Jumbo and Toby valleys, as the RK report states, destroying many acres of mature forest. Is this the same mature forest Mr. Costello is referring to? Avalanche paths are in a constant state of flux and recent expansion of the paths above/near the new footing have been at rapid speed. I am wondering if Mr. Costello and/or Minister Polak and her advisors really think the consulting work JGR did on avalanches back in 1996 still is the same today? I can tell you it is not! The recently destroyed forest cover does not lie.

In conclusion, there is a difference between what a layman might think or believes to be true and what the avalanche professionals who work every day in Jumbo are stating in this report. Minister Polak, I sure hope your staff is really looking into the facts and not just telling you what you want to hear.

Rod Gibbons IFMGA / ACMG Mountain Guide CAA Avalanche Professional

November 14, 2014

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FAITH

Celebrating the bearded man

By Father Gabriel St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Throughout human history, beards have attracted people both in the religious sector and fashion industry. Notable men like Charles Dickens, Karl Marx, Abraham Lincoln, Sigmund Freud, Albert Einstein, Hitler, Stalin and many others had a beard for reasons of their own. Islam and Sikhism consider a full beard to be absolutely essential for males. A beard adds attractiveness to the males together with masculinity and courage, says an advertisement. For male virility, a beard is viewed as essential by some. It’s also considered a symbol of wisdom, strength and social status. People from cultures like Egypt, Iran, Assyria and Babylon devoted considerable time and money to care for their beard by oiling and dressing. In fact, they developed and nurtured the habit of growing beards. Sometimes we come across people who appear with poorly maintained beards, giving a savage, uncivilized and frightening look that for some people may be a scary experience. Beards have many names depending upon their size, shape and thickness such as a “Spanish spade beard, English square cut beard, Forked beard, French beard, Scottish beard” and so on.

The fashion industry claims that fall is the ideal time to start growing a beard because it blocks the icy winter winds. The other day I ran across a man sporting a Scottish beard during my daily routines and when I passed him by, a flash of ideas ran through my mind about the

“Red coat, black belt and white beard man” who we are soon expecting to associate with towards the season of Advent and Christmas. He was an epic beard man in red costumes. He popularized the Christmas festivities through his generous sharing, especially with children.

He was a Christian Bishop and gift giver and his name was Nicholas and everyone fondly calls him “Santa or Santa Claus” in modern times.

He became a character for Christmas celebrations.

He always appears happy and joyous with his white beard, often times with his old spectacles, wearing a long red coat with a white collar and cuffs. He also has red trousers, a pair of matching black boots and a long thick black belt controlling his fabulously pouncing and protruding thick belly. He carries on his shoulders all the time a bag full of gifts for children. All television screens display his activities and the whole world admires his splendidly friendly spirit and generosity. Hopefully, we will be receiving him in our town too.

The town will be singing “Santa Claus is coming to Town”, creating an eagerness and excitement in our locality with most children loving to meet and greet this wonderful gift giver and looking forward to toys and candies from his loving hands.

Saint Nicholas, the Christian Bishop of the past from Turkey, became famous for his outreach programs with the poor of his town. In modern times this holy Bishop is remembered as Santa Claus and he has become synonymous with Father Christmas. He brings good cheer at Christmas, as well as peace, joy and prosperity with good food and wine. He has become an indelible and incredible figure in modern Christmas culture. He impacts and influences our society very much to imbibe the spirit of sharing and caring. And let’s not forget that he is a bearded man, well-loved and respected for who he is!

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas.

Cruze’s carrots Cruze Hollowink, 5, was very surprised to find this conjoined carrot among the tasty crop that he grew in his grandmother Lila Fodchuk’s vegetable garden in Invermere this past summer.

Photo submitted

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH

Sunday, November 16th 10:30 a.m.: Worship and Life Instruction.. “Faith in Action”...

Pastor Trevor ministering.

“K.I.D.S.: Church, for children Age 3 to Grade 1 and Grades 2 to 7 during the Morning Service.

Pastor Trevor Hagan 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org

Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED Bacon, Friends & Faith, 9:30 a.m. (Sept.-June) Worship every Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m.: All Saint’s, Edgewater Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca

Valley Christian Assembly

Sunday, 10:00 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 • 1-250-426-7564

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. – 1 p.m.

President Adam Pasowisty • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-341-5792

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32 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

November 14, 2014

YOUR MONEY How to find lost money

Canadians may be a little richer than they think. According to the Bank of Canada, approximately 1.4 million unclaimed bank balances worth $532 million were on their books as of December 2013. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Combined with other assets, some experts estimate that unclaimed property in Canada could be higher than $4 billion.

So just what is unclaimed property and how can people find out if they are owed any money?

certified cheques, money orders, traveller’s cheques, Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) and credit card balances. Other types of unclaimed property are held with provincial organizations or private companies. These include Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) accounts, life insurance policies, credit union accounts, gold and silver certificates, safety deposit boxes, stocks and dividends, balances at utility companies, wages, court payments and real estate deposits.

What is it?

Any type of asset that rightfully belongs to an individual but cannot be reunited with them is considered unclaimed. For example, in the case of a bank-held asset, if there has been no owner activity in relation to the asset for a period of 10 years and the bank is unsuccessful in their attempts to contact the owner, the balance is transferred to the Bank of Canada. The Bank of Canada acts as a custodian on behalf of the owner.

After the initial 10-year period, unclaimed balances of less than $1,000 are held by the Bank of Canada for 30 years before being turned over to the Receiver General for Canada. Balances of $1,000 or more will be held for 100 years.

Where to Look For a Canada-wide search of unclaimed bank assets, check the Bank of Canada website: www.bankofcanada.ca/unclaimed-balances. For balances less than 10 years old, contact the bank itself. In B.C., all holders of unclaimed property must maintain a public database.

Perhaps the largest provincial database is the B.C. Unclaimed Property Society, www.unclaimedproperty.bc.ca.

Not all companies use the service, however, and might have to be contacted directly.

To locate unclaimed stocks, dividends and securities, contact the province’s securities commission. If the asset is thought to be held with a trust company such as CIBC Mellon Trust, contact them directly. For unclaimed life insurance policies, check out the OmbudService for Life and Health Insurance’s website: www.olhi.ca. They have the ability to do a policy search, but there are a few caveats. They need to be provided with evidence of a possible

What types of assets?

Unclaimed property can take many forms. The Bank of Canada holds abandoned bank accounts, bank drafts,

insurance policy, and the search must be done between three and 24 months of the person’s death. For deaths that occurred more than 24 months prior, contact the life insurance company. Other worthwhile places to check are the Insurance Corporation of BC (ICBC), Credit Union Central of B.C. and the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy Canada.

How to Make a Claim Each institution or organization has their own set of requirements. For this reason, they should be contacted directly. Most companies or organizations will process claims for free. There may, however, be legal costs associated with providing proof of death or other requirements.

Final thoughts Contrary to popular belief, many industry experts say that it’s not uncommon for people to lose track of assets, or forget about paid-up life insurance policies or old bank accounts. To help avoid this problem, a comprehensive list including financial accounts, life insurance policies, stock certificates and all other assets should be made and stored safely in a place that one’s executor is made aware of. Additionally, at minimum, most companies provide clients with an annual statement. Therefore, any time a person moves, their mail should be forwarded for a full year to ensure no statements go missing. These preventative measures can help ensure one’s assets are accounted for.

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