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September 25, 2015 Vol. 12/Issue 39

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Valley NEWS

Local chamber executive wins award

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff

A pillar of the Columbia Valley has been rewarded for her efforts to make the community stand out.

Susan Clovechok, the executive director of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce (CVCC) was recently recognized by her peers with the Gerry Frederick Memorial Executive of the Year Award at the British Columbia Chamber Executives (BCCE) Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Conference.

“I was surprised, honoured and moved,” explained Ms. Clovechok. “There are many deserving chamber ex-

ecutives throughout the province that are deserving of this award and without the support of the Columbia Valley and the nomination package that was submitted by the CVCC board I would not have been selected as a recipient. It is a tremendous honour to be considered a peer of the previous recipients.”

The British Columbia Chamber Executives organization established the Executive of the Year Award in 1990 to honour individuals who make outstanding contributions and whose accomplishments can be viewed as models of chamber management within and outside the work environment.

“Susan’s role as a Chamber of Commerce Executive

Director makes her a pivotal person in all discussions related to regional collaboration and initiatives including valley-wide marketing, potential amalgamation of Columbia Valley Visitor Services and Columbia Valley membership with Invest Kootenay,” wrote Radium Hot Springs Mayor, Clara Reinhardt in a letter of support for Ms. Clovechok. “When the Temporary Foreign worker program was curtailed, she recognized the impact on businesses in our area and has been working tirelessly to advocate with all levels of government for either reinstatement, exceptions to and/or options to fill the gaps left by the federal government decision.”

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Sexual abuse identification workshop comes to Invermere

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff A new workshop is geared toward helping families and social workers recognize the signs of sexual abuse amongst children within the community.

The Little Warriors Prevent It! Workshop will be offered to adults for free between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. at JA Laird Elementary School next week on Wednesday, September 30th.

“Our target audience is parents and (social work or counselling) professionals and volunteers that work with children,” explained Little Warriors prevention lead Shannon Phelan. “Wouldn’t it be great if everyone learned how to prevent this horrific crime before it happened to their child or in their community?”

According to Statistics Canada, there were approximately 14,000 child and youth victims of sexual offences reported in Canada in 2012, a rate of 205 victims for every 100,000 children and youth. Roughly one in five (21 per cent) offences with children were reported to police in 2012 as sexual offences.

But victims between the ages of 18 to 24 recorded the next highest rate of sexual offences (140 per 100,000 population), and statistics for these rates steadily decreased afterwards, reaching six per 100,000 population for victims 55 years or older. After peaking at 215 victims for every 100,000 children and youth in 2010, the rate of sexual offences against children and youth decreased for two consecutive years.

The rate in 2012 was similar to the rate of police-reported sexual offences against children and youth in 2009.

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• On Thursday, September 17th at 9:37 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a report of a disturbance involving an intoxicated male banging on a door in Edgewater. The homeowner later observed the male. The suspect male threatened and charged at the homeowner who defended himself resulting in injuries to the 27-year-old suspect male. The male was treated in the hospital and released.

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Challenger. The driver displayed signs of having consumed liquor. An ASD (breathalyzer) demand was given and the driver failed resulting in a 90-day driving prohibition and his vehicle being impounded for 30 days.

• On Friday, September 18th at 9:30 p.m. a bear was struck south of Brisco when it ran out in front of a 2008 Chevy Cobalt. The 19-year-old male driver from Red Deer suffered minor injuries.

• On Saturday, September 19th at 5 p.m., officers responded to a complaint of hit and run at the Petro Can in Invermere. A 1993 Toyota driven by a 42-yearold male from Invermere had backed into a 2000 Nissan in the parking lot. The damage was minor in that the offending driver was not aware he made contact with the other vehicle. The driver of the Toyota was contacted and an accident report completed. Given the circumstances, no charges were contemplated.

• On Sunday, September 20th at 12:20 a.m., the Columbia Valley detachment responded to a single vehicle accident in Kootenay National Park involving a 1985 Porsche driven by a 52-year-old male from Calgary who lost control of his vehicle on wet pavement on a curve.

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SMALLER RESORT — Glacier Resorts Ltd. has begun correspondence with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource on submitting an overview of a 1,997-bed version of Jumbo Glacier Resort.

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By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Glacier Resorts Ltd. has begun the process of amending its Master Plan for the Jumbo Glacier Resort project, scaling back the scope of the project to make it less than the 2,000-bed threshold that triggers a provincial environmental assessment process.

Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality received, during its Tuesday, September 15th council meeting, copies of two letters between Phedias Project Management Corp. president Oberto Oberti and provincial Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNRO) senior project manager Bill Hunter, the second of which contains revised drawings of the proposed Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort village along with statistics outlining 1,997 bed units built through three stages.

Neither of the letters was addressed to Jumbo council; the municipality simply received copies for information purposes.

“There’s no actual proposal as a result of these correspondences, and in the meantime we (council) are waiting the outcome of negotiations between the province

and the proponent,” said Jumbo mayor Greg Deck at the meeting.

The first of the two letters was sent by Mr. Hunter to Mr. Oberti on Wednesday, August 12th and, in it, Mr. Hunter says that — in response to a Glacier Resort Ltd. inquiry following the expiration of its environmental assessment certificate for the Jumbo Glacier Resort project — the ministry has reviewed the Jumbo Glacier Resort Master Development Agreement and has determined that, consistent with Article 12 of the agreement, the proponent can submit a modified resort Master Plan to the ministry for review.

“We will require a preliminary overview of the new proposal in order to determine specific Master Plan information requirements and the procedural steps of our review, including consultation requirements with other agencies and First Nations, going forward,” wrote Mr. Hunter, adding that such an overview would need to include balanced resort capacity; number of bed units; a phasing schedule; a spatial layout; an updated business plan reflecting the new reduced balanced resort capacity and reduced bed units; and updated data on projected skier visits and other market-based assumptions.

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Serving justice

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff

Families are holding onto their children a little bit tighter ever since the murder of a two-year-old Blairmore girl and her father struck a nerve for Canadians everywhere.

Derek James Saretzky was arrested last week and charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Terry Blanchette and his daughter, Hailey Dunbar-Banchette. He also faces an additional charge of an indignity to a body in relation to Hailey’s death.

However, Mr. Saretzy’s case was quickly adjourned from Lethbridge court on Wednesday, Sept. 23rd. Mr. Saretzky, who hired Edmonton lawyer Peter Northcott, didn’t appear in person or via CCTV last week.

While none of the family’s relatives attended last Wednesday’s brief court session, there has been no shortage of debate about harsher penalties in Canada.

In fact, Fort MacLeod mother of two, Kayla Busch, and her husband recently started a campaign known as Justice for Hailey to demand the harshest penalty for Terry and Hailey’s killer, and the couple is also calling for the return of the death penalty.

But before we condemn Mr. Saretzky — or any other person charged with a crime — to the death penalty, which the federal government officially abolished in 1976, take some time to think about the big picture.

If the death penalty was reintroduced in Canada, there would be legal problems, as it infringes on Section 7 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, taking away a person’s right to life, liberty and security. Although the maximum sentence for murder in Canada is life in prison with the opportunity to apply for parole after serving 25 years, we need to ensure that Canada does not simply repeat someone’s wrong out of retaliation.

The one characteristic that sets society apart from criminals is that it does not resort to brutal violence to ensure justice has been met for the victims of any crime.

We need to uphold the principles of justice, including the right to offer a fair trial while ensuring the public is safe and justice has been met on a national level — and not stoop down to the same level as criminals.

Taking the next step, 1919 In this image, dated 1919, Mr. and Mrs. N.T. Bavin stood with their daughter Grace on the steps in front of a house. Later, Mrs. Walter Jones joined them.They arrived in Invermere in 1919, along with their son Nathan Thomas, in 1920. If you have any more information, email us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com .

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Canfor closure Dear Editor: The popular question is: “What’s wrong with this picture?” Canfor’s announcement last week to permanently close the Canal Flats sawmill due to “a lack of economically available fibre supply...” is a classic example of exploitation of our public forests and flies in the face of the company’s policies regarding its commitment to communities and sustainability. Here are direct quotes from their “2014 Sustainability Report”: Communities “Canfor is a respected member of every community where we operate. At the end of the day, we want our neighbors to feel the community is stronger because Canfor is part of it.”

Performance “Our actions demonstrate our commitment to sustainability in everything we do in every part of our operations everyday.”

I bet the 80 laid-off workers and their families, along with the town of Canal Flats, would have some strong opinions regarding these statements! Do you know that Canfor has closed many Canadian mills in the past few years for the same reasons? Do you know that their 2014 annual report proudly crows about the recent purchase of six sawmills in the southern USA and their “rich and sustainable fibre supplies”?

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Questionable debate Dear Editor, The so-called all candidates debate is actually not a debate at all, in the format chosen by the CV Chamber of Commerce, yet it sounds like most of the candidates are actually willing to participate in a true debate.

As you have previously reported, the conservative incumbent, Mr. Wilks is not willing to debate, and so he leveraged his participation on getting the format changed. If this is true, and the chamber of commerce bowed to this request, the resulting forum is not nearly as meaningful which is actually bad for voters of all political stripes. I think the chamber should have stood up to the participants and not allow any one candidate to set the agenda of the forum.

The Pioneer’s own question and answer Continued from page 6...

Is this Canfor’s idea of commitment to Canadians? The pattern is beginning to look a lot like “Cut and Run”! As a retired professional forester, I am particularly concerned that this mill closure is another example of the failure of our present forest management system to protect the public interest, not just jobs, but the forest itself. Obviously, the remaining “economically viable fibre supply” is under considerable pressure with the consequence of negative impacts on our views, water, wildlife and recreational opportunities. If you have any doubts, get in your vehicle and drive the forest

Joe Hildes Windermere roads to see for yourself!

The company’s history has shown that it’s only a matter of time until there is another mill closure — when the fibre runs out. Which workers will be next? Where is the government and professional forester oversight to ensure the public interest is protected?

We can’t let the degradation of our forests and erosion of our jobs (to our competitors south of the border) continue. It’s time we look at the many viable alternatives to the relentless pursuit of multi-national corporations for ultimate control of our public forests.

Jim Smith, RPF (ret) Creston

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instalments are quite useful, and one would think that the candidates should actually be eager to participate in this, as it helps them to get their message out to potential voters. Thus, although running for office may be a tough job, and respect should be given to anyone willing to stand for public office, these folks don’t need any praise for doing the essentials of campaigning, as suggested in your editorial, nor should they receive an easy ride in their audition for the job, by avoiding public forums of interactive discussion.

They need to convince us they are the best suited for the role of MP, and answering questions as well as truly debating their party’s platforms are part of any normal election process.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE The Industrial Park Transfer Station will be closed effective September 21st, 2015 until further notice due to bears in the area. Please place garbage at curbside morning of collection day or deposit at the Columbia Valley Landfill. The Columbia Valley Landfill located on Windermere Loop Rd. is open 7 days a week 9am - 6pm and household garbage is free.

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. . .‘Jumbo’ from page 5 The other letter, dated Friday September 4th, was sent from Mr. Oberti to Mr. Hunter and it contained the revised drawings and bed unit count. In it, Mr. Oberti wrote that this correspondence addressed three of the points (bed units, phasing schedule and spatial layout) mentioned by Mr. Hunter in his August 12th letter.

“We are working on the response to all the other points of your letter but we would like to share with you our approach as we move forward to facilitate your review and to prepare the responses to other points in your letter, starting with a resort village plan that is in the right direction,” wrote Mr. Oberti.

Neither Mr. Hunter nor Mr. Oberti mentioned the review process that the scaled-back proposal would be subject to by name, but ministry spokesperson Greig Bethel had previously indicated to The Pioneer that it would be FLRNO’s All Season Resort Policy.

The bed unit statistics for the three phases of the resort included 551 beds in the first stage, 917 in the next stage, and then a further 529 in the final of the three stages.

Among the 1,997 total beds are 24 bed and breakfast beds; 819 condominium beds; 180 duplex beds; 180 hotel beds; and 450 single-family chalet beds.

The statistics also include 298 employee bed units.

Several other buildings are also outlined in the plans, including various sorts of service and utility buildings, amenities such as a place of worship, a firehall, a convention centre, a society building, an interpretive

centre, at least four daylodges and a teahouse on top of one of the resort’s glaciers.

Motorized access During the September 15th Jumbo council meeting, Glacier Resorts Ltd. vice-president Grant Costello gave an update to council on concerns raised at a previous council meeting by valley resident and longstanding Jumbo critic Jim Galloway about what Mr. Galloway sees as the resort proponents’ lacklustre efforts in keeping motorized vehicles out of the resort’s controlled recreation area.

Mr. Costello said that three signs have been installed in the Upper Jumbo Valley and three in the Farmham Valley, and that a gate has been put up and locked. The lock was later broken off, so it was put back on, he said.

“We are doing it to comply with conditions in our environmental assessment certificate, even though the certificate is expired,” said Mr. Costello.

Jumbo chief administrative officer Mark Read said he could personally confirm that the lock was still on the gate as of Sunday, September 13th.

EcoSociety Legal Petition Mr. Deck asked during the meeting if there was any update on the West Kootenay EcoSociety’s petition against the province’s decision to create Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality, which had been heard in the B.C. Supreme Court in July.

Mr. Read replied he’s heard nothing yet and there’s little else to do on the matter except wait for judge Grace Choi to make a decision in the case.

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Birders urged to participate in survey

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff Feathered friends from the Columbia Valley could be revealed to bird watching enthusiasts who want to learn about the ecological significance of the wetlands.

The Columbia Wetlands Waterbird Survey (CWWS) will be offered to willing participants between 8:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. on October 5th, 15th and 25th this fall.

“The end result is to engage citizens and to increase the awareness and appreciation for the region’s significant bird populations and for the significant values that the Columbia Wetlands ecosystem holds,” said Rachel Darvill, biologist and program manager for the Columbia Wetlands Waterbird Survey.

In addition, the baseline data that participants will be collecting is necessary in order to hopefully achieve an Important Bird Area (IBA) designation for the Columbia Wetlands.

“All of the data is readily available on eBird and on the Columbia Wetlands Waterbird Survey webpage,”

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said Ms. Darvill. “The data is sent directly to B.C. Nature, which is the agency tasked with determining whether or not the Columbia Wetlands achieves IBA status.”

Participants go to predetermined locations within the Columbia Wetlands complex where they identify, count and record all waterbirds seen — including any unknown species.

“Anyone with an interest in birding and the Columbia Wetlands is eligible to participate,” she explained. “Full training in the CWWS protocol and on waterbird ID techniques is provided, as well as a field guide specific to the waterbirds that one is most likely to encounter in the Columbia Wetlands.”

Ms. Darvill anticipates the participants in the CWWS will be working toward becoming competent birders during the experience.

“The survey is aiming to run for at least five consecutive years with surveys occurring during both the spring and fall migration periods of each year,” she concluded.

For more information, contact rachel@wildsight.ca.

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CANADA VOTES! 5. What, if any, changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) will you advocate for in order to help support tourism in the region? Or what is an alternative solution for businesses in our region that cannot find the staff they need to operate at full capacity?

6. Given the Kootenay-Columbia is a lake and river-filled region with extreme weather events, how will you be an environmental steward and address the uncertainties of climate change?

David Wilks Conservative Party of Canada 5. New measures under the lowskilled worker program were implemented in 2014 after abuses to the system were identified. These new rules are meant to ensure that Canadians have jobs first. These changes did, however, have a significant effect on communities in Kootenay-Columbia that are tourism-based and cannot find enough local workers to fill the jobs. I will continue to meet with the Minister to express the concerns of local businesses and work toward a solution.

6. Our government will continue to work with other countries from around the world to establish a fair and effective international climate agreement that includes meaningful and transparent commitments from all major emitters. Within Canada, we have implemented a sector-by-sector approach and, to date, have regulated the transportation and electricity sectors. We have taken action to limit the growth of emissions on hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). We have implemented strict new rules on emissions for coal-fired electricity plants and are the first country in the world to ban construction of traditional coal plants. I will work with local and regional partners such as the Columbia Basin Trust and support their Environment Strategic Plan which includes five goals: Water, Ecosystems, Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Environmental Education, and Stewardship and Environmental Capacity Building to strengthen communities.

Don Johnston Liberal Party of Canada 5. Staffing seasonal industries and ensuring younger workers secure dependable employment are both nationwide concerns. We need to address both.

Conservative mismanagement led to TFWP entrants increasing from 141,000 in 2005 to 338,000 in 2012, and abuses of this program drives down wages and displaces Canadian workers. Liberals believe those who want to work in Canada should have a pathway to citizenship. We will return the TFWP to its original purpose: filling jobs when qualified Canadians cannot be found and then complement it with employment programs. We will increase the Labour Market Development Agreement by $500 million annually to support regional job retention, waive Employers EI premiums when they hire 18 to 24 year olds, support college co-op jobs, expand Pre-Apprenticeship Training, and create a three-year $300 million Youth Employment Strategy aimed at creating 40,000 jobs each year.

Combining TFWP benefits with other employment strategies has longer term value.

6. Canadians want immediate leadership on the environment and that’s our promise. Our commitment to bring all Premiers to the 2015 Paris Environmental Conference and investing $6 billion more in green infrastructure in our first four years is step one. If you’re asking what I can do locally to mitigate problems, it could range from water level negotiations for the

This week is the third instalment of a six-week Q&A feature leading up to the 42nd Canadian federal election on Monday, October 19th. All five candidates running for Member of Parliament in the Kootenay-Columbia riding have agreed to participate and the Q&A is appearing in Black Press newspapers across the riding.

The MP candidates receive two questions each week and have one week to reply in 300 words or less.

Columbia Basin Treaty to reinstating the Federal Kootenay Lake Fishery office or supporting wildfire programs. Climate change itself requires comprehensive environment policies and are one of the strongest reasons to choose a Liberal candidate. Our RealChange.ca website details plans to invest in green infrastructure projects like local water and wastewater facilities, climate resilient infrastructure, and energy-efficient buildings. Liberals will provide support for community-scale renewable energy projects and work with the provinces to develop a Canadian Energy Strategy that brings cleaner, renewable energy — like solar and wind — onto the electricity grid.

Wayne Stetski New Democratic Party (NDP) 5. In typical Harper fashion, the Conservative “fix” to the problem with the Temporary Foreign Worker Program did little to address the real issue. While we experienced serious issues with abuses of some foreign workers right here in the Kootenays, overall, the “solution” to the problem has made it very difficult for businesses in the area to get the workers they need and didn’t actually protect the foreign workers that are here. I have spoken with numerous small business owners who are now struggling to get enough workers to keep their businesses open. We clearly need a new approach that meets the needs of both those seeking employment in Canada and the businesses that want to hire them.

6. As the former Regional Manager for the Kootenays responsible for Fish and Wildlife, Ecosystems and BC Parks, I know the importance of healthy lakes and rivers to our environment, and our quality of life. The Harper Conservatives have gutted environmental legislation — 50 years in the making — and that is why internationally recognized environmental scientists like Dr. David Schindler are speaking out, asking voters to vote together to protect the environment. Tom Mulcair is a recognized leader in the development of environmental legislation. As Minister of Environment in Quebec, he brought in the most progressive environmental legislation anywhere in North America. That’s the kind of environmental record I am happy to support.

Bill Green Green Party of Canada 5. The Temporary Foreign Worker Program was established to address short-term problems, but there is no quick fix to most of our labour shortages. The Green Party’s labour market strategy focuses on long-term solutions: education and skills training; a Guaranteed Livable Income to provide everyone with an income above the poverty line; and bringing in foreign workers as future Canadians — not as temporary, vulnerable employees.

We will remove financial barriers to education, apprenticeships and skills training by eliminating tuition fees and capping student debt. A guaranteed income will allow people to live and work in their home communities, even on minimum

wage jobs, which will ease staff shortages in tourism and service sectors. Finally, Canada needs immigrants and their families who become permanent, valued contributors to Canadian society. The immigration process must be tailored to meet our labour needs.

6. The best way to address the uncertainties of climate change is to avoid causing more climate change. Canadian governments have so far failed to meet this challenge. The Green Party’s bold climate action plan starts with goals informed by science. To avoid catastrophic climate change, we must begin to reduce greenhouse gas emissions dramatically, starting now. Our plan to achieve this is built around carbon pricing — a predictable carbon price levied on industry at the point of extraction. All carbon fee revenue will be redistributed as a dividend, rewarding those who strive toward a low-carbon footprint. Leading international energy companies are urging governments to establish carbon-pricing systems.

The Globe and Mail ranked the Green plan as the most economically efficient. We are experiencing the effects of climate change even now and more severe effects are unavoidable. We must be prepared. The Green Party will invest $6.4 billion per year in green municipal infrastructure to support community resilience in the face of extreme weather events.

Christina Yahn Libertarian Party of Canada 5. I would like to see a streamlined process so that foreign workers are able to take part in programs such as the foreign worker program. It’s a common issue for employers to access reliable workers and I think we should be doing whatever we can to aid in allowing the process of applicants to be as simple as possible.

6. With climate change, humans need to develop the ability to adapt in a way that works with nature’s shifting and evolving cycles as opposed to fighting against it. There are many things we can do on an international and national level to reduce pollution through green incentives and holding polluters accountable by removing policy that protects them and sending them through the judicial system. However, on a local level, I would implement permaculture and agri-forestry practices to harmonize with changes to climate and ecology.

Planting along the lakes and rivers to reduce erosion, planting diversity in the forests to reduce the monoculture of pine trees to reduce issues like pine beetle damage... when you have a variety of flora and fauna, pests are far less of an issue. Working in partnership with biologists, entomologists and other specialists to develop plans and programs to create sustainable systems in our ecosystem. Food security will become a pressing issue with climate changes and we seriously need to work hard to create a local food system. I see this through supporting our farmers, making land available to our young farmers who are the next generation of food security. The average age of our farmers is 65 years old and we have a surge of youth who are interested, but do not have the land. I would work to build greenhouses, community gardens, greenspaces and food forests with communities.

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

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

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Oktoberfest may have been a German invention, but the Columbia Valley has appropriated the tradition and expects to host a rip-roaring festival that’s fun for the entire family.

The third annual Oktoberfest, located within the heart of the Columbia Valley, will offer a wide variety of activities for everyone between Friday, October 2nd and Saturday, October 3rd.

“Oktoberfest is now in its third year and we are very excited about how much it has grown,” said Invermere events co-ordinator Theresa Wood. “There is so much for everyone to do, kids and adults. It’s going to be a great party.”

This year’s festivities will begin with a schnitzel, spatzeale (soft egg noodle or dumpling), hunter sauce, red cabbage dish and salad with a choice of tea or coffee and dessert at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 2nd. However, it is required to book a reservation at the Royal Canadian Legion in advance by calling 250-342-9517.

In addition, the Copper City Saloon will be offering an Oktoberfest-themed lunch and dinner specials for the day as well as hosting the BeerHaus Party with entertainment at 10 p.m. on Friday, October 2nd.

District of Invermere mayor Gerry Taft will tap the keg at 11 a.m. at the opening ceremony on 13th Avenue to mark the start of the festivities between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 3rd.

“Gerry will be giving a welcoming speech and tapping the keg because that’s the big Oktoberfest tradition,” said Angela Miller. “Then, we’ll enjoy all of the other fun activities, even the beer garden and bratwurst.”

There will be an indoor market located in the old Essentials building between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. and there is still room to sign up as a vendor. Also there will be free face painting, children’s games (scavenger hunt) and a bouncy castle area with four different castles to explore; which will be offered to children with an entrance by donation. There will be a geocaching activity for explorers to hunt and find hidden objects with GPS coordinates posted online at 2 p.m., willing participants begin their journey by registering to participate at the Search and Rescue booth, which will be located near the bouncy castles.

Capping off the day will be a beer stein holding competition to find out how long competitors can hold up a 1 litre stein at 2 p.m. and a competition to search for the longest beard at 4 p.m. at the beer gardens. There is no admission to attend, although visitors must purchase food and beer at their own expense.

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• 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC Open gym.

Sunday, September 27th • 9 -11 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast every Sunday at the Edgewater Legion.

• 1 p.m.: CV Rockies vs. 100 Mile House Wranglers at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

• 1 p.m.: 2nd Annual Friends Helping Furry Friends Golf Tournament at Spur Valley Golf. 9 hole scramble, BBQ steak dinner and great prizes. $75, all proceeds go to GALS. For registration call 250-688-1511 or email aaron.sarson@gmail.com.

• 4 - 5:15 p.m.: Babes on Blades, ladies fun hockey.

Sundays, $200 for the entire season. Call Christine at 250-341-7700 for more information.

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Friday, September 25th • 10 a.m.: Invermere Public Library Baby Goose program. Using rhymes, finger plays and stories, this program encourages early language development and is for parents with babies and toddlers up to 18 months.

• 5 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre (SYC) pool tournament.

• 6:30 p.m.: Salmon Bake at the Invermere Legion. $15/person. Reservations recommended. Call 250-3429517. Meat Draw and 50/50.

• Jam Hosts Sept 25th World CD Release party at the Hoodoo Grill in Fairmont.

Saturday, September 26th • 9 a.m.: Headbanger Trail Challenge & Festival Sept.26 and 27 at Radium ball diamonds. Headbanger Trail Challenge offers 3, 5 or 10 km runs in support of the Columbia Valley Greenways Trail Alliance. Preregister at crazysoles@telus.net or by phoning 250-3422074.

• 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Invermere Fall Vendor Bender, at the Invermere Community Hall. A shopping extravaganza, demonstrations on site, fun and exciting products to try. Door prizes and surprises. Donations in support of ICAN with a Twoonie or Canadian Tire Money welcome at the door.

• 3 - 10 p.m.: A fundraiser for Forrest Campbell, at Panorama Mountain Resort, who suffered a spinal cord injury. Family fun by donation from 3 - 6 p.m. $25 a ticket at Bicycle Works and Arrowhead Brewery. 7 p.m. evening festivities begin including a silent auction at 8 p.m. and DJ Curly G. • 7:30 p.m.: SYC Movie and popcorn.

• 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC Employment Readiness and Skills for Life. Please pre-register. Call for details.

Tuesday, September 29th • 11a.m. - 5 p.m.: Purcell Mountain Painters & Headwaters Art Society Art Show at Pynelogs Art Gallery from Sept 29th to Oct 11th. For more infomation visit columbiavalleyarts.com.

• 5 p.m.: SYC Rockband Competition.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Lego Club every Tuesday at Radium Public Library.

• 6 - 8 p.m.: MDT Backyard Chickens. Everything you need to know about raising chickens in your backyard.

Contact info@groundswellnetwork.ca or phone 250342-3337 or visit groundswellnetwork.ca/event/ backyard-chickens-3/

Wednesday, September 30th • 5 p.m.: SYC Trivia Night. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place.

• 6 - 9 p.m.: Free Little Warriors Prevent It workshop at J.A. Laird Elementary School. For people 19+. This workshop is aimed at educating adults to prevent child sexual abuse. For more information phone 780922-9010 or email preventit@littlewarriors.ca or visit littlewarriors.ca.

• 8 - 10 p.m.: Liam, Dylan and Roman of Brandon, Manitoba based Until Red playing at 5225 Fairmont Resort Rd, in Fairmont Hot Springs. Visit www. untilred.com for more information.

Thursday, October 1st • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphic Design Training. Please preregister.

Friday, October 2nd • Radium colours, a Fall artist retreat Oct 2nd - 4th.

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• 10 a.m.: Invermere Public Library Baby Goose program. Using rhymes, finger plays and stories, this program encourages early language development and is for parents with babies and toddlers up to 18 months.

• 6:30 p.m.: Pork Schnitzel Dinner at the Invermere Legion. $15/person. Reservations recommended. Call 250-342-9517 Meat Draw and 50/50.

• 7 p.m.: SYC Pool Tournament.

Saturday, October 3rd • 3rd Annual Butterfly Barn Dance. Thanks to the ongoing generous support of Bob and Barbara Shaunessy we will once again be hosting our Barn Dance at Historic K2 Ranch. This year there will be an option to join us for a country bar-b-que dinner prior to the dance. Iron Zipper, the K2 Ranch house band, will be our headliner. This promises to be another fun-filled evening of laughter and dance • 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Oktoberfest at the Invermere Legion.

All ages activities. Live music, beer garden, Bratwurst scavenger hunt, bouncy castles, inside market and lots of contests.

• 6 - 11 p.m.: SYC Rockband competition.

• 7:30 p.m.: The Beagle Ranch performs live at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Tickets $20, students $10, available at Tiffany’s Threadz and Pynelogs or call 250-342-4423.

Monday, October 5th • 4 p.m.: SYC Homework help, Employment Readiness (pre-sign up) and Skills for Life (pre-sign up).

Tuesday, October 6th • 1 p.m.: Basin Business Advisors Program is offering a free 1.5 hour workshop called ‘Me Inc.’ for aspiring entrepreneurs who would like to start their own business.

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• 5 p.m.: SYC Pool Tournament.

• 7:30 p.m.: The Windermere District Farmers’ Institute’s Open House at the Lions Hall, Invermere Crossroads, to announce the funding details and construction schedule for the abattoir. Everyone welcome.

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By James Rose Special to the Pioneer On Saturday October 3rd, Pynelogs Cultural Centre will be hosting the popular Calgary-based band The Beagle Ranch. The quartet, with an enthusiasm for the “finely crafted three-minute pop tune,” released their latest album “A Moment Away” in 2011 and has been touring on and off since. The album received very positive reviews and was even ranked #21 by Absolute Powerpop, a leading American music website.

The band was initially formed fifteen years ago by former Citrus Park bassist Stephen Bandola and was originally conceived as a solo project in the same vein as the Ian Brodie-led 1990s British rock band Lightning Seed.

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However, in the ensuing years, Bandola slowly added bandmates (many who happened to already be friends) to the Beagle Ranch line-up and morphed the sound to what many consider akin to Australian rock band Crowded House. Today, the quartet features Bandola as lead singer/rhythm guitar, Jeff Kushner as lead guitar/ harmony vocalist, Conan Daly as bassist, and Dave Horrocks on drums. Daly and Horrocks remember the valley well as they played Pynelogs almost twenty years ago as part of the Celtic rock group Scatter the Mud. “Playing at Pynelogs all those years ago in such an amazing intimate environment and beautiful setting, I always wanted to come back and play,” recalls Daly.

The Beagle Ranch is looking forward to a spring 2016 release of their upcoming winter recording session of all new material. For the show at Pynelogs, Daly says, “the band will play A Moment Away in its entirety, at least eight of the twelve new songs that will appear on the forthcoming album, and a couple older tunes as well.”

Tickets for what will most definitely be an exciting show can be purchased for $20 ($10 for students) at Tiffany’s Thredz, Pynelogs, or by calling 250-342-4423. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information on the band, and to listen to their music, check out www.sonicbids.com/band/the-beagle-ranch.

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Cinefest returns for another season

By James Rose Special to the Pioneer Film buffs and movie goers can rejoice come October 13th as CV Arts’ Cinefest film series is back for another season of curated film screenings. Chris Jones, Cinefest Coordinator and former Saskatchewan based independent cinema operator, is also pleased to announce that starting this year, films will be shown twice per month.

“We are the only game in town now that the Toby Theatre is closed, and so every second Tuesday, the first film will be shown and two weeks thereafter, the second film will be screened,” said Mr. Jones. Mr. Jones is also pleased to announce that new for this season, freshly popped popcorn will be available for film attendees looking for some savoury satisfaction.

The first film to be shown on October 13th is director Gabe Polsky’s Red Army feature documentary about the Soviet Union and the most successful dynasty in sports history — the Red Army hockey team. With a 96 per cent Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this film will certainly entertain. “You don’t need to be a hockey fan to appreciate this fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of the feared Soviet national hockey program,” said one critic.

Mr. Jones, who moved to the valley four years ago from Saskatoon, is no stranger to the film industry. A onetime regular at the Toronto International Film Festival, Mr. Jones knows good from bad and recalls with a chuckle the time when Kevin Spacey premiered his first major directorial debut at TIFF (1996’s Albino Alligator) “it was awful and I don’t think it was picked up for distribution, but we had some polite conversation anyway!” Along with CV Arts board member Lisa Adams, Mr. Jones selects films that are available through TIFF’s Film Circuit program catalogue.

The second film for October, from Belgian directors Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne (yes they are brothers), is Two Days, One Night. Critics raved about this film with one noting “[the] Dardennes have turned a relevant social inquiry into a powerful statement on community solidarity, once again delivering a film that is simple on the surface but alive with both compassion and wisdom.”

Tickets ($12) are available at the door and a loyalty card program is also new this year. “For every five films seen, the sixth is free!” Said Jones. Loyalty cards can be found at both Tiffany’s Thredz and Pynelogs. For more information, visit www.columbiavalleyarts.com/CVARTS/ event-type/cinefest.

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By Dorothy Isted Special to The Pioneer A brawl at the old Wilmer Dance Hall in 1950 was the beginning of a 65-year-old friendship.

The nickname for our much-loved basin at the time was Welfare Valley. It was tough to make a living. Hydro was just being installed in homes and buildings, and the crews were well-paid union men from out of town. Local school trustees had recently completed wiring the Wilmer school and the union men came along and tore out their work. Only union men could be trusted to wire a building the right way. Several weeks passed before they re-wired the school.

There was always a dance somewhere in the valley on a weekend and it was a sure bet Joe La Rochelle would be there playing one of his instruments. Newly arrived school teacher Theresa Rogers was present, getting a feel for the community. Liquor and angry men aren’t a good combination. The fellows started thinking if they gave the union men a good thrashing, they’d go running and the local guys could have their jobs.

When the fighting began, Joe gestured to his wife Irene to take refuge behind the piano and Theresa joined her. It went on all evening, both in and outside of the hall. The women have been good friends since.

Theresa later got a job teaching in Edgewater where the La Rochelles lived. Irene worked as the school secretary. Dorothy Cameron of Edgewater worked at the Bank of Commerce in Invermere (now the CIBC) and had read about credit unions. She and her husband

Don thought it would be a good idea for Edgewater.

There were only three telephones in Edgewater in the ‘50s and many people did not own vehicles. Credit cards did not become common before the ‘70s – it was either cash or a cheque.

Radium, with Don Cameron as vice-president, Hettie Penner as secretary and Dorothy Cameron as treasurer.

When they first opened, the operating hours were two days per week, and the operation was located in a room upstairs in the Camerons’ house. People would have to go inside and up about 20 steps. Dorothy Cameron was the teller. On the day they opened, there was a lineup of people who worked at the three lumber operations in Edgewater.

Upon opening, the Credit Union had 22 members and $280 in assets. One year later, it had grown to 250 members and $32,400 in assets.

Part of the phenomenal growth was due to Theresa Rogers at the Edgewater school. The Credit Union had an education committee and one of their priorities was teaching people to save. Ron Schnider, who worked for the Credit Union over 39 years, says Theresa was responsible for about 50 to 100 of those accounts.

The Edgewater Credit Union when it opened Theresa recalls taking little Johnny’s three cents over to Irene and Dorothy on Folks often couldn’t get to the bank in Invermere out- Fridays. She only recently learned that Dorothy would side of working hours. People would take their pay- never let Irene go home on a Friday night until everycheques in to Willie Penner’s General Store in Edge- thing was balanced to the penny. That upstairs room water and he would deposit them in their accounts in was freezing in winter and boiling in summer, when Invermere on Thursdays. they’d have pails of ice trying to cool things down.

The Edgewater & District Credit Union (EDCU) Theresa recalls one boy who had saved enough to was formed in September 1956 with the intention of purchase a pair of skates and “that got all the other serving the communities of Brisco, Edgewater and kids bringing their money and it created more havoc Radium. The first president was Leonard Wardale of on a Friday evening… Their parents would give them

September 25, 2015 money for candy, the Shell his own personal account station was by the school, and purchase “$2,000 to but they’d decide to save it $3,000 before the Cominstead.” merce could get a hold of Irene helped Dorothy it. They weren’t too happy on the nights the credit about it.” union was open and someIn 1998, EDCU times she was there by hermerged with Kootenay self. She said, “Dorothy Savings Credit Union. was such a hard worker At the time, Edgewater for it. I couldn’t believe & District Credit Union how hard she worked. She asked for and received a was really devoted to that commitment from Koocause.” tenay Savings that the Neither women were Edgewater branch would paid for their work. remain open. Within a deRon recalls, and Irene cade, the branch was shut Dorothy Cameron, treasurer/manager 1964 and Theresa agree, that down. Ron said a lot of Dorothy Cameron was people in the community the one who really pushed to get it going. He says were really angry over that closure. However, he accredit unions “are more small town than city.” Their knowledged that “they couldn’t get any more business credit union was number 358, meaning there were 357 in Edgewater than what they already had.” formed before them. Now there are only about 47 in Aron Burke, Community Liaison for Kootenay British Columbia because of mergers.

Savings who works in the corporate office in Trail comBack then, people might be more likely to get a mented: “It was a tough decision we had to close it. loan from a credit union than a bank, because a bank But nice that we could gift it to the community for a lilooked at just credit ratings, but the credit union, based brary. The building was not working anymore, so small, in the community, looked at the person. However, there and it was a great opportunity to move into Radium.” was a downside. Ron explained: “A credit committee People may not realize there are distinct differences met once a week, about five people. The manager never between a credit union and a bank. Banks have sharemade the decision about the loan application. That was holders that want to be paid profits. Credit unions give one of the negatives and why a lot didn’t join the credit the profits back to the communities they serve. Aron union, because they thought too many people would elaborated, “We’re a big supporter of the Columbia know their information.”

Valley Community Foundation. In 2009, we set up The old Conzelman hardware store was renovated an endowment fund, beginning with a donation of and the credit union had their first storefront operation. $113,000 and every year since we’ve donated between Ron worked in that building two years as both teller $5,600 to $11,300 to them.” and janitor, before being transferred to the Invermere Other recipients have been the Family Resource branch. He was paid less than minimum wage, which Centre. The Windermere Community Association rein 1966 was $1 per hour in B.C.. The job was a good fit ceived $5,000 for hall upgrades a few years ago. The for Ron, who was approached by the organization. Due Columbia Valley Arts Council has received grants a few to a thyroid problem, he was only four foot four inches times for upgrades to Pynelogs. Recently $15,000 was at high school graduation. His parents had just ceased donated to the Rotary Splash Park. Kootenay Savings operating the family farm and there weren’t many op- gives bursaries to high school students each year, are big tions outside of working in the labour-intensive for- supporters of youth sports, soccer and the Columbia estry industry (he did manage to grow another foot in Valley Rockies. The list goes on. the next eight years due to medical intervention). After Another difference is each credit union member a summer job working in Kootenay National Park for gets one vote in elections; and the Board of Directors $1.68 an hour Ron saw this as, “basically, a great op- work for the membership, not shareholders. They serve portunity.” as volunteers and don’t get paid. Members also benefit Dorothy Cameron also started a Windermere cred- from the patronage fund, which pays individual memit union, which didn’t prosper so they joined up with bers back a percentage of the interest on loans made to EDCU and thus the Invermere branch opened. After them. two years as a clerk, Ron was made a loans officer in Irene La Rochelle served as the credit union sec1968. He proudly served three generations of the same retary for many years and also as president of the local families before he retired. branch and president of the East Kootenay chapter of Ron recalls November was always a tough month, credit unions. When the Radium branch opened, she before credit cards. People would go out of town to was asked to cut the ribbon because of this. She and shop for Christmas and merchants in Cranbrook and her friend Theresa Rogers enjoy regular visits together.

Calgary wouldn’t take their cheques. So there were Ron Schnider went back to his roots, running a market huge cash withdrawals in November. Ron used to go garden on the land his parents farmed, quipping, “It over to the liquor store, write a certified cheque on doesn’t pay anything, but it was either that or golf.”

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SEWER MAIN FLUSHING OPERATIONS Please be advised the Village of Radium Hot Springs will be conducting sewer flushing operations starting on September 28, 2015 and continuing until October 2, 2015. This operation is to remove grit, sand and gravel from sewer piping which prevents sewer blockages, odor generation and premature wear of mechanical components.

Please follow these precautions to prevent and/or control possible backflows from the sewer: • ensure all toilet seats are down; • avoid using washroom facilities when works department crews are within sight of your home; • place bath towels around the base of toilets to absorb any overflowing water; • plug all sinks when not in use; • ensure the washing machine hose connection is tightly connected (a rag can be used to fill the gap between the washer hose and the drain pipe); • if water does overflow a fixture, clean the area with a disinfecting cleanser, wash soiled towels and other cleaning rags with a small quantity of Javex added to the wash water and contact the local municipal crew as soon as possible to prevent further overflows.

I would like to apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause however this is a required portion of routine sewer maintenance. No high pressure sewer flushing is currently being conducted. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this matter please contact the Village Office at 250-347-6455.

Sincerely, Ken McDonell Public Works Superintendent

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RESIDENT ATTRACTION AND RETENTION STRATEGY The District of Invermere, on behalf of the Columbia Valley Directed Fund Committee, is seeking a firm or individual with a strong track record in community economic development that can work with the Steering Committee, the management team, and community stakeholders to develop a comprehensive Resident Retention and Attraction Strategy and corresponding implementation plan.

The request for proposal submission must include the requirements outlined in the Request for Proposal, which can be found on the District’s website. www.invermere.net Documents will be available through BC Bid. Civicinfo and on the District Website. Proposals must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “Request for Proposals: Resident Attraction and Retention Strategy”.

Completed proposals must be received no later than Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 4 p.m., MT. Completed proposals must be received at: District of Invermere PO Box 339, 914 8th Avenue Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 All inquiries related to this Request for Proposal shall be directed to: Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer District of Invermere Phone: 250-342-9281 ext 1225 • e-mail: cao@invermere.net There will be no public opening. Faxed or emailed submissions are not accepted and will be rejected.

The District of Invermere reserves the right to accept or reject all or any proposals and to waive any informality, incompleteness or error in any proposals.

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

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September 25, 2015

Butterfly Barn Dance takes flight

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff Tune into the sounds of a fundraiser that’s unique to the Columbia Valley.

The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley will be hosting the third annual Butterfly Barn Dance between 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. at the historic K2 Ranch on Saturday, October 3rd.

“All the proceeds from the dance go to support the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley,” said Maria Kliavkoff, executive director of the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley. “In the two years of our visitation program we have delivered more than 1,200 visits, and in January we began our bereavement programs for those who are grieving and need support.”

Live music from the Iron Zipper band will begin at 7:30 p.m.

“The barn dance is always a fun time,” added Ms. Kliavkoff. “We do suggest people dress warm and in layers (because) it can get toasty on the dance floor, but cools off when you are sitting down.”

In addition, there will be both a silent and a live auction — as well as some games between the dinner and dance.

“The event begins at 5 p.m., so bring your dancing boots and your wallets, it is all in support of a very worthwhile cause,” she added, while reminiscing about how the fundraiser has changed over the past three years.

The Butterfly Barn Dance began in 2013 when Bob and Barbara Shaunessy invited the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley to use the restored barn at the historic K2 Ranch property for a fundraiser.

“Originally we paired the barn dance with an afternoon fair that included tours of the property; however, we found that most people were interested in coming to the barn dance, and possibly having something to eat before the dance,” she explained.

“Last year we had chili and bratwurst for sale for those who came early, but again we received the comment that folks wanted something to eat before the dance, so this year we have added a catered dinner (from Edibles) before the dance. It will include beef or kale burgers, salads, baked beans and dessert.”

She encourages everybody to purchase a ticket and come out to enjoy the Butterfly . . . ‘Local Chamber’ from page 3 According to BCCE past president Allan Asaph, “Susan is an amazing person to have as part of our Board and has been a pleasure to work with. She has been a driving force behind the success of our annual general meeting and conference and is tireless in her enthusiasm and commitment to our organization.”

Many of Ms. Clovechok’s peers agreed with that sentiment.

“As a member of the BCCE, I have found Susan’s level of enthusiasm and her outstanding contributions to our network exemplary,” wrote colleague and previous award winner Cori Lynn Germiquet in a recent press release. “Susan has embraced not only her local leadership role but she has inspired many provincially as well.”

The Executive of the Year recognizes an individual who exhibits the highest standards of excellence, dedication and accomplishment over a sustained . . . ‘Sexual abuse identification’ from page 3 “Participants will be taken through a workshop by a facilitator who will show a video, do workbook exercises and facilitate a discussion,” said Ms. Phelan. “Participants learn about the facts of child sexual abuse, strategies to help prevent it and what to do should it occur.”

When the Little Warriors national organization was launched in 2008, the treatment and prevention focused group offered a workshop that was developed in the

BARN DANCE - The third annual Butterfly Barn Dance is set for next weekend at the historic K2 Ranch.

Photo by Erin Knutson Barn Dance and the live entertainment from Iron Zipper being offered to the community at the K2 Ranch.

Tickets are $40 and are available at Meet on Higher Ground in Radium, Smoking Waters in Fairmont, Sobeys, Circle Café and the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley in Invermere. period of time and who is highly skilled and creative at all levels of chamber management. It also recognizes an executive who has served as a champion of the chamber network, as a mentor to new executives and deemed to be a leader by their peers and their chamber.

“I may be the named recipient of the Gerry Frederick’s Award but I couldn’t have accomplished what I have without the support, trust and confidence of our membership and the boards of directors since I started in 2010,” said Ms. Clovechok. “I see this award as recognition for our entire organization and the Columbia Valley business community.”

Ms. Clovechok plans to use her prize as another motivational tool to add to her belt of specialties.

“Being recognized and rewarded for doing what I love is incredibly reaffirming and inspires me to work even harder for my community,” said Ms. Clovechok.

United States of America.

“We wanted to develop our own with Canadian content and statistics so it really hit home with Canadians,” said Ms. Phelan. “We worked with researchers at the University of Alberta, and we are so proud of our new (Prevent It!) workshop.

We have RCMP and Aboriginal representatives in the video helping us deliver the message.”

To register for the free workshop, visit http://littlewarriors.ca/prevention/workshop/.

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Doctor presents Laos experience

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff After 15 years of teaching internationally about modernizing medical education and equipment, Dr. Chris Brown and his wife, Dr. Jane Lemaire, are now telling their story to Canadians.

The Calgary-based couple has been volunteering with the Cumming School of Medicine’s (CSM) global health initiatives in Southeast Asia when the demand to update medical education in Laos surfaced – which prompted nearly two decades of work to promote international health care overseas and the production of a 50-minute documentary entitled A Working Adventure in Laos.

A Working Adventure in Laos has been recognized in the International Award of Merit category at the International Film Festival for Environment Health and Culture in Jakarta, Indonesia.

“Jane and I do a lot of different activities through the medical school — and part of that, for the past 20 years, has been international health work,” said Dr. Brown.

“We’ve been to the Philippines (to build a new medical school), but for the last 15 years, we have been involved in a project in Laos — which is a country in Southeast Asia. I certainly didn’t even know where it was when we first got started.”

Dr. Brown is a doctor at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, A.B. and a professor of medicine at the University of Calgary. He will be presenting information about the experience and screening A Working Adventure in Laos at 7 p.m. for the Invermere Rotary Club at the Curling Rink on Wednesday, September 30th.

“There’s a small group of us who got involved, all of us are physicians and doctors at the medical school (at the University of Canada), way back in 1997,” explained Dr. Brown. “We developed quite a skill and a reputation in developing countries for the reform of medical education so they had been asked to come and visit a few countries. They were in the Philippines when we got started and we were asked to help either modernize medical education or build a brand new medical school with a completely different philosophy.”

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. . . ‘Doctor presents Laos experience’ from page 19 The project includes revamping the medical education system and training a new breed of doctors with a revised curriculum.

“Essentially, they were asking us to bring their medical system into the modern world because it was based on material from the 1940s,” he said.

“It was a communist country that was very, very poor so they had no infrastructure. It was really tough and so after several years of discussing how we might be able to do this with them, we said, ‘OK’ and starting going there on a regular basis for about a month each year in 2002. We’ve been going every year since then, for about the same amount of time.”

But Dr. Brown is one of about 50 faculty members that volunteer to support the initiatives in Laos.

“At some point, I thought this was an amazing story that needed to be told and nobody wanted to do that

so I started doing it,” he said, noting that creating the documentary took close to a year to complete part-time.

“We had the help of a professional videographer from southern Ontario that we had worked with in years past.

He came to Laos with me and spent a month there, tagging along after me to interview my Laotian colleagues because I wanted them to tell their story.”

Now, Dr. Brown is working on an application for a global grant of $150,000 over a three year period from the Rotary International.

“A lot of them have seen the documentary and now want to join the team,” he explained, noting the Golden Rotary Club is sponsoring the grant application, which includes support of the members from Invermere, Cranbrook and Creston.

“I’m going to speak to them about what we’ trying to do going forward.”

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The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) in partnership with the Kootenay Conservation Program (KCP) are seeking proposals for projects that will benefit conservation in the area from Spillimacheen to Canal Flats utilizing the Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund (CVLCF). The purpose of the Fund is to provide local financial support for important projects that will contribute to the conservation of our valuable natural areas. CVLCF funding is available for conservation projects that result in the reduction to a known threat to biodiversity. The themes for the Fund are water conservation, wildlife and habitat conservation, and open space conservation.

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Projects that are technically sound and effective, and provide value for money through partnerships with other funders will have priority. Proponents must be a registered not-for-profit organization, First Nations band, or local government.

Unqualified groups or organizations may partner with a qualified organization. A Technical Review Committee will review project proposals and make recommendations to the RDEK for final funding approval.

To apply for funding go to www.kootenayconservation.ca and click on Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund tab. Review the Terms of Reference paying particular attention to Section 8 – Fund Design and then apply using the application form provided.

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Fire ban rescinded Submitted by Southeast Fire Centre Effective at 1 p.m. (Pacific time) on Monday, Sept. 14, 2015, Category 2 open fires will be permitted within the Columbia and Invermere Fire Zones of the Southeast Fire Centre due to a decreased risk of wildfires. Category 2 fires are fires that burn material in piles smaller than two metres high and three metres wide, or stubble or grass over an area smaller than 2,000 square metres. Use of fireworks, sky lanterns, tiki torches or burning barrels is also permitted.

Anybody who wishes to light a fire should take the following precautions: •Ensure that enough people, water and tools are on hand to control the fire and to prevent it from escaping. • Do not burn in windy conditions.

The weather can change quickly and the wind may carry embers to other combustible material and start new fires. • Create a fireguard of at least one metre around the planned fire site by clearing away twigs, grass, leaves and other combustible material.

A map of the area is available at: http:// bit.ly/1FJ9wKu Category 2 and Category 3 open fires are still prohibited within the remainder of the Southeast Fire Centre’s jurisdiction.

Anybody who lights or makes use of a Category 2 open fire must comply with the Environmental Management Act and open burning smoke control regulation. Review “A Guide to the Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation�, especially for prohibited materials: http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/ air/paticulates/agttobsc.html/ The act requires individuals to check local venting conditions prior to ignition. A burn registration number is not required for a Category 2 open fire.

The rescinding of the Category 2 open fire prohibition in the Southeast Fire Centre applies to all BC Parks, Crown lands and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of local governments that have forest fire prevention bylaws and are serviced by fire departments. Check with civic authorities for any other restrictions before lighting a fire.

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The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is looking for four people to represent the RDEK as Trustees on the Invermere Public Library Board as follows: • two people to represent Electoral Area F; • one person to represent Electoral Area G; and • one person to represent the Village of Canal Flats.

To be considered for a position, an applicant must be a resident or elector of the above area(s) and cannot be directors of the RDEK Board, councillors of the Village of Canal Flats or employees of the RDEK, Village of Canal Flats or the Library Board. These volunteer positions are for a two year term to run from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2017.

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September 25, 2015

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• Air Conditioning/Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems Call for your FREE consultation and estimate

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

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

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September 25, 2015

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 25

Pioneer Classifieds s In Memoriam s

GARAGE SALES

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

Brian Barkley

Sat. Sept. 26th, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

5075 Watson Rd. off Galena School Rd. N, Spillimacheen. New electrical supplies, Antiques, Avon collectables, willow chairs and planters. Free coffee!

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

Jeers to the Province of British Columbia and your law enforcement. If you really care about getting dangerous drivers off the roads, set up on Foresters Road in Radium; right about 10 minutes after shift change: catch the speeders on that road while people are walking with kids and dogs on the sidewalks.

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.

JEERS to the girl driving an older black GMC with an N sticker for speeding past me on the shoulder of the road at the Swansea road turn off and nearly side swiping my pickup. Passing on the shoulder is dangerous especially at the speed you were doing. Slow down, wait for people to turn and learn how to drive!

Dec. 28, 1973 – Sept. 26, 1992 When the sun comes over the mountains to start a new day.

We think of you Brian and when the day comes to an end and darkness wraps her arms around us.

We think of you Love you and miss you.

Mom, Dad, Tia (Randy), Christine and Victoria

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE: Saturday Sept. 26th, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 720 17th Street.

Moving out sale. Household items.

Couches, beds and table.

1137 Walker Lane, Invermere. Sept.

26th, 9 - noon. Multi-family, lots of Miscellaneous items.

Thank You Heartfelt thanks go out to everyone who pledged me in this 35th Anniversary Terry Fox Run. I am so grateful to all my wonderful friends and to the many businesses of the community who supported me with their pledges once again.

Due to your generosity I will submit $2,305 to the TERRY FOX FOUNDATION for cancer research.

THANK YOU and may God bless you!

Donna Scheffer A huge Thank You to Dave for returning my wallet which he had found on the road turning into Wilmer. Greatly appreciated and Thanks again for your honesty. Ev.

s obituary s Blewaska, Gary It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Gary Blewaska of Columere Park B.C. on Sunday, September 6th, 2015. He was predeceased by his father, Stefan Blewaska, his mother, Maria Blewaska and his brother Richard Blewaska of Fairmont B.C. He will be loved and remembered by his brother Edmund Blewaska, his sister Marianne Tucker, and by his nieces Erin Dowset, Patricia Tanner, Stacie MacNeil, Jennifer Mireau and Katie Flury.

He was known in the community in previous years as a volunteer fireman for the Fairmont Fire Department and as a member of the Ski Patrol at many of the resorts throughout the valley.

He was a man of the valley, enjoying long walks, overnight hikes, boating trips and times spent with his family. In more recent years he enjoyed the quietness and solitude of the park and was dedicated to his faith.

Gary, you will forever be in our hearts and never forgotten. We love you.

CHEERS & JEERS Cheers to Mountainside Market in Radium, Steve, Edgewater parents for their support of the Welcome Back BBQ.

A LOUD DEAFENING JEERS TO THE DOG OWNERS ON THE LOWER PART OF JOHNSON RD., I don’t understand why you think its ok to allow your dogs to continuously bark early in the morning day after day. Your neighbours are neither happy nor willing to put up with it much longer. Please do something.

ANNOUNCEMENT

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th

PICKING DAY

*Please ONLY CUT annual flowers *NO DIGGING! *Please BE RESPECTFUL, pick in moderation and save some for others.

Most importantly, we hope they put a smile on your face! Until next year...

With love, the flower crew!

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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

• • • •

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

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Cheers to Brian at the school district Cheers to the staff of the Hoodoo for handling all the hundreds of Grill for going above and beyond. requests for courtesy riders so quickly and efficiently this year. Cheers to John Wolfe Construction You sure made the lives of lots of for their support with student CHEERS &agendas JEERSat Edgewater Elementary. families a lot easier.

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Jeers to neighbours who host EXTREMELY loud “neighbourhood” parties blasting the community with noise (and bad music) until after 4 a.m.! Not everyone could or wanted to attend and many work - yes, even weekends - and need sleep. The volume of the amps used was more appropriate to arenas and music festivals than backyard social events. People 50 - 500m away should not be forced to listen even with all their windows and doors closed!

Jeers to the Fall Fair? Where were the biggest and best from people’s gardens? Where was the prize winning photographs? Where were the cotton candy and stilt walkers?

Where was the community hall?

A big Cheers to Victoria Page and all the Volunteers that worked and helped at the Windermere Fall Fair and Scarecrow Festival. What a great event! Best ever!

Cheers to the Shushwap Band for the Salmon Feast and powwow on Saturday night. Many Cheers for filling the valley with great spirit, pride, drumming, and dancing.

May the salmon find their way home one day soon.

Cheers to Nick Pasowisty for the donation of a sack of corn to Columbia House. It was very tender and juicy, enjoyed by all. We had a great corn feast.

Jeers to Parks Canada for chasing away all the wildlife in the Park.

Ten to one chance of running over a Parks employee as there is running over a deer. Maybe our money would get better spent putting in passing lanes and saving human lives.

Cheers to the organizers of the SALMON Festival. The Shuswap Band showed the people and enlightened the people of what was and hopefully they can revive the return of the Salmon to the Columbia Lake. The powwow in the evening in the big tent on the reserve was enjoyed by so many people and the food was delicious.

Jeers to the ones who take the tips for the cleaning staff and keep it.

To date I have seen a lot of great comments and hardly any tips. All I can say is what’s with that? The cleaners put up with a lot, the heat, messy units, trying to get the unit ready when guests show up early, and trying to finish the rest on time. Yes we have overtime in the busy time, but the slow times we are lucky to work or make 8 hours.

Cheers to the young lady that works at the landfill site that helped a senior unload rolls of heavy landscape fabric. Your help was greatly appreciated. Oh to be young and strong and willing to do

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September 25, 2015

lost & found

shared accommodation

SUITE FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

house for sale

wanted

Lost: A blue Bimini tarp about 300 meters north of the Centex gas station in Skookumchuk. It blew out of my boat. Someone said they saw it in the northbound ditch.

Please call 403-968-5429 if found.

Fairmont Rental, 1 room available in 2-bdrm suite. Very modern and clean. Laundry, cable TV, WiFi Inc. Non smoker, no pets. Avail. Oct. 15th. $500/mo. 250-688-0567.

Spectacular lake views.

Windermere, partially furnished, N/S, references required. Main floor of house: 2-bdrm, 2-bath, patio, dishwasher, W/D, fireplace. $1,050/mo. + utilities. Available Oct. 16th or Nov. 1st, 403-651-2002 or marilyn.thompson@outlook. com.

Akiskinook Resort

For Sale 4-bdrm home on 5.5 lots in Wilmer. $285,000.

Includes two sheds, and wellestablished fenced garden with apple trees. Situated in a very peaceful area this property boasts fantastic views of the Columbia Valley Wetlands, is a short fiveminute drive from Invermere.

Property Guys ID# 266493.

To view call 250-342-1539.

Looking to sublet established massage practice in downtown Invermere from Nov. 14th to Feb. 11th, 2016. For inquiries call Monita 250-688-1582.

Found: A pair of prescription glasses and a key with a panda bear on it outside the Pioneer office. Call 250-341-6299 or drop by to claim.

storage

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE

Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

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

COMMERCIAL SPACE For Rent : Commercial Office Space 535 SF $740/month triple net 285 SF $390/month triple net Panache Building, Invermere Email: info@ panacheinteriorsinc.ca 250-342-5805

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.

Retail/Shop for sale: Two levels total 2,700 sq ft. Please call 250-270-0216 or 250-2700405 for more details.

Character Heritage Building (Canterbury Flowers) 7th Ave. with access from 6th Ave. (Farmers Market) Prime retail ie Book Store, Flower Shop. Call Tim 250-3411408.

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

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

STARTING AT $500/mo.

Invermere: 1-bdrm walk-out suite in Westridge. Furnished, W/D, N/S, pets allowed. $850/mo, includes cable, hydro and WiFi. Available November 1st. 250-318-3614 or rosis@telus.net.

Bright 2-bdrm ground level suite, partially furnished, large yard, storage, plenty of parking with great mountain view, quiet St. in Invermere. N/P, N/S please, damage deposit $600. Available Oct. 1st. Call 250-342-9636.

Bright, newly renovated, non smoking, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom lower level walkout suite on spacious acreage available October 1st in Windermere. All appliances included, large, bright windows and access to an attached garage.

Asking $800 plus 50% utilities.

No pets allowed. For inquiries or to book a viewing, please contact Derek (250) 341-7781.

Windermere spacious 1-bdrm apartment now available, unfurnished, very private. W/D. Includes all utilities, $700/mo, D.D., N/S, N/P. Call 250-341-6018.

Want a GREAT Newly Renovated Walkout Basement Suite? Incl.: private entrance, private patio onto green-space, 2-bdrm, 1 bath, hydro/water, 1,050 sq. ft., offstreet parking. Wanted: Mature working individual or couple, quiet, long-term renter, N/S, N/P, $850/ mo, available Oct.1st. Landlord and work references; Blackforest Heights, 250-342-0595.

3-bdrm suite, 1 bath, $1,000/mo + utilities. D.D. N/S, N/P. 1,288 sq. ft., Radium. 250-409-7208.

2-bdrm walkout basement suite in Invermere. Stove, fridge, W/D, D.W. Includes utilities and cable. $900/ mo with 1/2 rent D.D. Responsible tenants, max 2 people. Long term.

N/S, N/P, references. Beautiful lake and mountain views, quiet area.

Available Oct. 1st. 250-342-2894.

House FOR RENT Rustic log cabin with large yard, Invermere. Furnished, $925/mo includes utilities, available mid Oct. 250-342-9636.

Small 3-bdrm, house in downtown Windermere. N/S, no pets, $1,000/ mo., phone 250-342-6255.

Executive 3-bdrm, 3 bath home backing onto the Springs Golf Course, available Oct 16th, 2015 to Aug. 2016. $1,600/mo. 250-3425247.

3-bdrm house with 1-bdrm suite in Fairmont. Will rent separate. N/S, 403-540-3353 for more info.

1-bdrm fully furnished condo, newly renovated, indoor pool, hot tub. $775/mo includes cable. Call 403-850-5126.

Lake Windermere Point in Invermere: 2-bdrm + den, 2-bath, poolside and lake view, underground parking, fully furnished with leather couches.

N/S, N/P, available Oct. 1st.

Monthly rent depending on length of tenancy. 403-561-0111 or bobburk@gmail.com.

Cozy 1-bdrm condo for rent in Radium. Fully furnished with 7 appliances, underground parking, pool and hot tub. $850/mo + $400 D.D. Available immediately Call 403-880-9719 or 403-512-2168.

2-bdrm, 2 bath for rent, available Oct. 1st in the Pinewood. $825/ mo. Call 250-341-7448. All utilities included.

Newer 2-bdrm, 2-bath Condo in downtown Radium available for long term rent. Seeking mature responsible tenants. Please send email to Gareth.martin@gmail. com Large executive 2-bdrm, 2 bath condo for rent in Radium. Info Kijiji ad 1103326691.

misc. for sale

property For Rent: Trailer pad #13 in Williams Trailer Park, Windermere. Available immediately. Phone 250-3429390.

animals English bulldog puppy for sale. 8 weeks old. $2,500. CKC registered, micro chipped and first vet exam.

Contact 250-341-5216.

250 US gallon tanks for sale.

Very versatile, plastic w/ metal 6” opening, 2’ discharge, 125 lbs. $150. Call George. 250-347-9500.

Floral couch and love seat in great condition. $125. Call 250-3423216.

Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated

492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

Kim Collens

Representative

toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671

kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com

Recipe Of The Week ITALIAN SPINACH AND PASTA SOUP

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1 can (15oz) Stewed Tomatoes Italian Seasoning, to taste ½ tsp ground Black Pepper 4 cups fresh Spinach

In a medium pot over medium-high heat, bring broth to a boil.

When boiling, add beans, tomatoes, seasoning and pepper; simmer.

Add spinach and cool until softened and bright green.

Place pasta in soup bowls, ladle soup over the top and serve.

Serves 4 people.

see all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

Home Of The Week

Fiona Millar, AEP Intuitive Reader

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

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

Four Season Fun at Akiskinook!

Beautiful furnished three bedroom condo in a private setting is move-in ready so there’s no “honey do list” to worry about.

Private beach, marina, boat launch and recreation center.

$280,000

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September 25, 2015

misc. for sale Regency 2100 Hearth heater wood stove. 2001, EPA approved with built-in fan. Excellent shape. Takes 18” logs and heats 800 - 1,500 sq. ft., $300. Contact Dave, 250-6882504.

firewood Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

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

Dry/split firewood for sale. Big or small volumes. Free local delivery.

403-404-1577, 250-342-3040 or aranwood@hotmail.com.

Seasoned birch, larch, fir and pine firewood for sale. 250-409-9259.

FIREWOOD: Available 7 days a week.

Visit www.horizonridgeranch.com to click on our contact form, email mkranch@xplornet.com or call/ text 250-688-0143. Stock up, be prepared, stay warm. :) Cords of split firewood for sale.

Please call 250-270-0366 for more information.

VEHICLES for sale

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services

services

help wanted

help wanted

help wanted

Wanted 2 F/T Restaurant Cooks, Rocky River Grill, 8888 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C. Permanent, F/T shifts, overtime, weekends, days and evenings, $16/hour for 40 hours per week. Overtime after 40 hours.

Minimum several years experience and completion of Secondary School. DUTIES: Prepare and cook full course meals, prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, ensure quality of food portions, work with minimal supervision, prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances. Inspect Kitchens and Food service areas.

Please forward resume to Justin Atterbury by fax 250-342-8889 or email justatterbury@hotmail.com.

Sonshine Children’s Centre is looking for a permanent full-time Early Childhood Educator to join our team starting immediately.

Please forward your resume to son_shine@telus.net.

2 Helna’s Stube is looking for a dishwasher/kitchen help, evening server. Email resume to mail@ helnas.com or call 250-347-0047.

Peppi’s is hiring cooks and dishwashers. Stop by or email p.fuel@yahoo.ca.

kimberleyrae.ca

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

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

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

250-342-5102 www.ronsmachinetools.ca We offer: * Over 5 million automotive parts * Tools for machinist, automotive etc. * Custom made boats, hover craft. * Computer software. * Firearms, camping, fishing stores. * Amish furniture. * Badminton, golf, tennis etc. sports stores. * Philippine wedding clothes. * Drones aerial photography. * Dating sites. * World-class medical info on MS, diabetes, heart disease, arthritis etc.

Voice lessons: Accepting students, 250-919-0073.

2007 Honda Civic Coupe. New winter and summer tires. Manual.

205,000 kms, $5,900 O.B.O. 250688-0887.

childcare Quality Afterschool Care program in Radium by provider with 25 years experience. Buses drop-off from Invermere and Edgewater.

Pick-up at 5:30 p.m. Contact Charlotte at 250-270-0058. www. dragonflydiscoverycentre.com.

Shipshape Cleaning. Reliable residential, commercial, vacation rentals and home checks. Locally owner operated. Call Kathi at 250409-9800.

SOLÉ DECOR N’ MORE Blinds, custom drapery, bedding, upholstery, flooring and more.

Serving Calgary and The Columbia Valley area. Call Brenda at 403-8618782 or email at: soledecor@shaw. ca www.Studio222calgary.com.

RV Lots Private RV/Boat Storage, two 40 ft. spaces available. Easy access anytime. $50/mo, call Tammy 250341-1012.

Skilled Construction Labourer?

Looking for an honest, reliable and motivated individual. Must be physically fit and have own transportation. Wage dependent upon experience. References required. Please email resumes to JLBInnovations@hotmail.com .

Inspiring Careers Start Here.

Une

Radium Golf Group is now accepting applications for experienced line cooks, and servers.

Please email resume to skuffler@ radiumgolfgroup.ca or call 250270-1550.

Please email classified ads to info@columbiavalleypioneer.com

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.

fitness

fitness Zumba Fitness - Julie Parent Zumba Fitness Classes start up for the Fall At J.A. Laird Elementary School Gym. Classes will run Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at 5:30 pm starting on Wednesday September 23rd. For more info please contact Julie Parent at 250-341-5474 or website www. julieparent.zumba.com.

Great monthly or drop-in rates available.

Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Thank you for your votes - Best of Business Awards! We are grateful and appreciative of your support and loyalty “Blinds, Drapery, retractable screen doors and more.” 250-342-5749.

Local contractor requires construction labour for upcoming projects with strong carpentry/ construction experience. Those with equipment operating experience preferred. Must have valid drivers licence and transportation. Please send your resume with references to office@reicon.ca or fax 866-4096656.

Sobeys Invermere is looking for

Part-time Employees Must be willing to work during the day, evenings and weekends.

Please drop off your resume at customer service and ask for either Jim or Steve or you can email your resume to sby5378invermere@sobeys.com.

carrière stimulante qui commence chez nous.

Driver/Operator Road Maintenance II Seasonal employment opportunities Highway Operations Unit, Kootenay Operating Area, $22.21 to $24.13 per hour (currently under review) To apply please visit our website:

www.pc.gc.ca/mpcareers

Conducteur(trice)/Opérateur(trice) Entretien des routes II

Emploi Saisonnier Centre de services routiers, Aire des opérations de Kootenay De 22,21 $ à 24,13 $ l’heure (présentement sous révision) Pour présenter une demande, visitez notre site sur les carrières à:

www.pc.gc.ca/carrierespm

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 Year-round Employment Excellent Medical/Dental Benefits Food Service Supervisor Permanent, Shift

Food Counter Attendant Permanent, Shift

No education required One to two years experience required.

Nights/early mornings/weekends $12.40/hour + medical/ dental/group benefits.

No education or experience required.

All shifts available – nights/overnights/ early mornings/weekends $11.50/hour + medical/ dental/group benefits.

Apply in person or via email (timhortons.invermere@gmail.com) for both positions.

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September 25, 2015

Maintenance Person Gateway Property Management at Panorama Resort has an immediate opening for a permanent, full-time maintenance person.

Applicant must be physically fit, self-motivated, energetic with a responsible professional work ethic. Irrigation, landscaping, cleaning and snow removal. $16/hour plus benefit package after probationary period.

Email resume to toby359@telus.net or call Lawrence at 250-341-5511

Part-time Casual Youth Workers Are you creative, passionate, energetic and love working with youth? If so, the Windermere Valley Youth Centre Society is looking for you! We are currently hiring part-time/casual Youth Workers for the Summit Youth Centre in Invermere.

Successful applicants will work with youth ages 12 to 18 years old providing supervision at the Summit Youth Centre and other related programming.

Evening and weekend shifts. Youth workers are organized, self-motivated, creative and willing to work as a team member. Experience working with youth is an asset, training provided.

Wage is commensurate with experience. Clean RCMP criminal record check a must. apply with resume to: Kelsey Prichard at summit.centre@gmail.com, or by mail: Box 133, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0.

For more information visit our website, www.invermeresummityouthcentre.org, or call 250-342-3033.

Deadline for application to be received is Friday, September 25th, 2015.

Potentially successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Join our winning team!

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

WINTER JOB FAIR Tuesday, September 29 9 - 11 am • Pine Room at the Lodge

We will be hiring for our Winter 2015/16 season.

Starting mid-December. Available positions include: • Lift Operators • Snow Makers • Ski and Snowboard Instructors • Ticket Office Attendants

• Groomers

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

GROUP SALES COORDINATOR - FULL TIME Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is looking for an enthusiastic and friendly individual with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Duties include managing group accounts from initial contact to developing quotes, contracts and obtaining payments. This position will be responsible for communicating event details with various resort departments, conducting venue inspections and site tours, and overseeing the execution of group functions.

This position reports directly to the Group Sales Supervisor to drive group sales, generate new group business, and successfully execute group functions at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications: • A professional and positive attitude • Strong time management skills • Attention to detail with the ability to work without supervision • Ability to take charge, “think on your feet” and solve problems in high pressure situations • Experience working within a team environment • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Confidence in generating new group business by contacting external clients • Group sales experience is an asset • Available to work evenings & weekends as required • Valid driver’s license Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities.

Resumes may be sent in advance to: David Sheedy Human Resources • Fax: 250-345-6616 or hr@fhsr.com

fairmonthotsprings.com 1.800.663.4979

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Reality: Develop a good campaign, or theme for your ads. Stick with that one campaign, and only make small changes of headlines or details. Call Dean or Amanda at 250-341-6299 to find out more.

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Phone: 250-341-6299 • Fax: 1-855-377-0312 • info@columbiavalleypioneer.com

We have a position available for a part-time (2-3 days per week) Administrative Coordinator in the office of the Invermere Bakery.

Daily duties include routine office tasks such as telephone reception, e-mail and mail correspondence, and computer tasks using Microsoft office package and Sage accounting.

Ongoing duties include weekly, monthly and annual financial tracking and summarizing, bank deposits, staff recruitment and retention, creating brochures and other print promotional marketing materials using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, and periodic special projects in the interest of improving or expanding the Bakery business.

Personal traits must include the ability to work independently, and also to work well as a member of our team; to multi task and prioritize; and to work in an organized, timely and efficient manner.

Position available immediately. Wage to be negotiated.

E-mail: peter@invermerebakery.com

The Invermere Bakery 734 14th Street 1.250.342.4422 www.invermerebakery.com

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN POSITION Murray C. Davidson, CPA is a public accounting firm located in Invermere, BC, offering services to a variety of entrepreneurial businesses and not-for-profit organizations. We have a part-time position (16-24 flexible hours per week) available for an Accounting Technician.

Duties and responsibilities: • Preparation of working paper files using Caseware • Preparation of income tax returns • Client bookkeeping • Payroll processing Requirements: • Strong computer skills • Ability to work independently • Ability to work with and regularly communicate with clients Please send your resumé in confidence to:

Murray Davidson, CPA, CGA PO Box 183, Suite 106 – 901 7th Avenue Parkside Place, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 mdavidson@invermerecpa.ca P 250-342-3350 • F 250-342-3390

This is a permanent full time position. Interested applicants please forward their resume with references before Oct 3rd, 2015 to the attention of: Human Resources - David Sheedy Fax: 250-345-6616 or email to: hr@fhsr.com

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HIRING IMMEDIATELY FOR SERVERS & COOKS

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

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Administrative Coordinator

Sunchaser Vacation Villas, in Fairmont Hot Springs, is all about providing excellent vacation experiences to the families that visit us year after year and we need talented people to help us do that!

We are currently seeking a reliable, dynamic, energetic person to

Join the Front Desk Team!

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8, 1008 8th Ave. Invermere, B.C. Ph: 250-341-6299 Fax: 1-855-377-0312

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This position is in a fast-paced environment that is open 7 days a week from 7 am to 11 pm, catering to people from all over the world. You’ll check people in and out of the resort, recommend activities, restaurants, sites to see, and provide excellent customer service. As with most Tourism-based jobs, this position requires a mix of evening and day shifts and working weekends. We offer competitive wages, benefits, and the successful applicant will also have access to our pools, hot tubs and fitness equipment. This year-round position starts right away!

Come and join the Sunchaser Team!

Send your resume and cover letter to: jobs@sunchaservillas.ca • Fax 250-345-6250

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Cruisin’ classics Cloudy weather didn’t deter the crowds from checking out the 26th annual Show & Shine this past weekend in Radium. As in years past, there was a large turnout for both the car show at The Springs (there were 920 cars registered for the show) and Rockin’ on Main at the Visitor Information Centre. “There were so many spectators that parking was backed all the way up Main Street and up the Redstreak Campground hill,” said photographer Kristin McCauley. Mr. and Mrs. Acheson from Stony Plain, Alta. (second photo up from bottom right) were one of the Show & Shine Participants’ Choice Top 10 winners.

Photos by Kristin McCauley

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September 25, 2015

The Valley Echo’s hockey pool The popular annual Invermere Valley Echo NHL hockey pool has returned for another season.

Every entrant in the contest gets to pick one player from each of the 24 groups (see sign-up sheet on page of this week’s Echo) — the more points your players collectively score throughout the hockey season, the higher you score in the pool… the higher your chances of winning!

Last year, over 100 people participated. Entry is free and whoever scores the most points in any one

week will win a weekly prize — a $10 gift card for Tim Hortons.

The end-of-season grand prize is two rounds of golf with a cart at the Copper Point Ridge course on the east side of Highway 95 and at Copper Point course on the west side of Highway 95, which will be awarded to the participant with the most points overall.

“We want to help keep the community engaged in the game,” said Amanda Nason, Invermere Valley Echo spokesperson. “The Echo’s hockey pool is one of the

All Candidates Forum An All Candidates Forum will be held at the David Thompson Secondary School theatre with all major federal party candidates confirmed to attend.

Monday, September 28th Doors open at 6:15 p.m.

Event begins 7 p.m. sharp Event ends at 9 p.m.

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DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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

NOTICE OF TAX SALE Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale by public auction to be held at the Council Chambers, District of Invermere, 914- 8th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. on Monday September 28, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. local time unless the delinquent taxes plus interest are sooner paid.

FOLIO NUMBER

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

P.I.D

CIVIC ADDRESS

532-00801.002

Lot: 2; Plan Number: NEP80168; District Lot: 7158

026-564-033

2478 Castlestone Drive

COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE Your greatest investment is worth a second opinion!

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glennpomeroy@shaw.ca

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

UPSET PRICE

2930.90

Any person upon being declared the successful bidder must immediately pay by cash or certified cheque a minimum of not less than the upset price. Failure to pay this amount will result in the property promptly being offered for sale again. Any balance must be paid by cash or certified cheque by 3:00 p.m. the same day. Failure to pay the balance will result in the property being offered for sale again at 10:00 a.m. on the following day.

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

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

Karen L. Coté Director of Finance

Buying or selling…

MaxWell Realty Invermere 1214-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.

longest-standing wagers in the valley and we want everyone to participate this year. Thank you for the continued business support of our pool.”

Entry forms need to be filled out and dropped off at the Echo’s office at #8, 1008 8th Avenue in Invermere, across from the Community Hall, by Wednesday, October 7th.

Check The Valley Echo each week to find out if you’re a weekly winner — if you see your name, drop by the office to pick up your prize.

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

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FAITH

Plight for life

By Father Gabriel St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Human history has been inflicted with several wounds from time immemorial and one such grave wound is the plight of humans and their mass exodus. Beginning from nomadic life to the present modern times, hundreds and thousands of plights for life had been witnessed and experienced by our human race. When civility dawned on humans, humanity was born from misery and this distressing situation has engaged others with dialogue for peaceful negotiations to reduce and avert such distressing situations. But to think of a plight in a civilized world in the 21st century, invites us to delve deep into this problematic crisis. As civilized people of the modern technological and scientific age, we can not ignore this festering crisis like an incurable wound.

Human plight is an extreme reaction of people to an unsolvable danger in a given situation. It is an unimaginable thing for any civilized nation to poison the air, water, soil, humans, animals and the plants in the given segment of Mother Earth. It threatens the genetic integrity of the unborn. The improvised war bombardments and the poison they emit also causes untold damage to the living organisms causing grave and multiple havoc to

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, September 27th, 10:30 a.m.

Celebration Sunday. “A Testimony”” Pastors Hagan and Moore

the ecosystem. The gross irresponsibility and highhandedness of some who aspire to uphold their power and prestige by hook or crook at the cost of their citizens, despite their deplorable unpopularity, causes great concern to the entire world.

These plights are due to the denial of human dignity, respect, religious freedom, famine, illness and killing of the innocent for political and personal gain. History tells us that 48,000 Ethiopian Jews from the refugee camps in Sudan had been airlifted in 1981 due to religious persecution, illness and famine. In this century the world has been experiencing the following plights, 1. Egpytian Coptic Christian plight, 2. The Palestinian plight for freedom, 3.The Kurds plight against genocide in Iraq and 4.The untimely and unsolvable Syrian plight for safety and security. A conscious attempt to know the seriousness of these compelling crises would help us form an informed decision. In all these struggles and challenges our sisters and brothers are denied their basic rights, such as freedom of religion, meaningful employment, equal status, respect and freedom of mobility. The Kurds suffered one of the worst and grizzliest genocides in human history. Now the Syrians are inflicted with unbearable pain of chemical weapons, concentration camps, denial of basic supplies along with the use of extensive diabolical methods to slaughter the human race.

The Bible reminds us, “God created humans in His image and likeness, male and female He created them” (Genesis 1:26), and the gospel of Mathew reports in,(7:12) “So treat others as you would like them to treat you”. We have a great call and responsibility to reach out to help and extend a welcoming hand to our suffering sisters and brothers in plight.

And I’ll take one of those . . .

Happy participants in the the Groundswell Soil and Sustainability Conference, held on Thursday, September 17th and Friday, September 18th in Invermere smile for a quick snap. The conference included workshops and a visit from renown soil scientist Elaine Ingham.

Submitted photo

ministering. The Lord’s Supper will be served.

KIDS Church for children age 3 - Grade 1; and Grades 2-7, during the Morning Service

Lead Pastor Trevor Hagan • Associate Pastor Matt Moore 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, Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m.: All Saint’s, Edgewater 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m.: June - October at St. Peter’s Windermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca Valley Christian Assembly Sunday, 10 a.m.: Worship and Word Kids’ Church provided.

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

Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.: at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere.

Sunday, 11 a.m.: at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium.

Father Gabriel • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 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. David Morton • 250-417-5017 Radium Christian Fellowship Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m.

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

You can remember someone special with your gift to the Canadian Cancer Society To donate In Memory or In Honour: www.cancer.ca | 250-426-8916 or call toll-free 1-800-656-6426 or mail to: #19, 19th Avenue South Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 2L9 Please include: Your name and address for tax receipt Name of the person being remembered Name and address to send card to

Let’s Make Cancer History

www.cancer.ca

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September 25, 2015

YOUR MONEY Turning losses into wins

When the stock markets aren’t offering opportunities to make money, there are sometimes ways to come out ahead by paying less tax. Here’s how: Tax Loss Harvesting Many investors know that 50 per cent of a capital gain is taxed as regular income to the earner. The same principle applies to capital losses; 50 per cent of the gross loss can be applied against the taxable portion of capital gains. Tax loss harvesting involves selling securities at a loss, then using that loss to offset capital gains.

Capital losses must be used against capital gains in the current tax year or the previous three years, or carried forward indefinitely to offset future capital gains.

Which losses are eligible?

Capital losses on securities are most commonly used in this strategy, but losses from personal loans, private business investments or real estate could also qualify. Only losses incurred in a non-registered account qualify. Losses incurred in a registered account such as a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) are not eligible. This is because a capital gain itself is not taxable in these accounts.

Consider risk reduction Due to the bull market of 2009-2014, many Canadi-

ans built up large, looming capital gains in their investment accounts. Some of these same people may own losing stocks that they don’t expect will recover. These people may wish to sell the depressed stocks at a loss and taking profits on some of their winning stocks, thus reducing risk and rebalancing their portfolios in a tax-efficient manner.

Superficial loss rule When tax loss harvesting, be wary of the superficial loss rule. Buying back the same asset within 30 days deems the resulting loss as superficial, therefore disqualifying the capital loss.

This rule applies not only to the taxpayer, but also to his or her related parties, including their spouse, business partner, business or trust. Likewise, transferring losing shares to an RRSP is also considered a non-arm’s length transaction and thus, superficial.

Buying back a similar asset within 30-days also disqualifies the loss. For example, selling a losing ETF and buying a different one that tracks the same index could be considered identical properties, deeming the loss ineligible. There is, however, one way in which the superficial loss rule can work for investors: If one person has significant portfolio losses and their spouse has significant gains, that person can sell their shares and have their spouse acquire the same shares within 30 days. The denied loss is added to the cost base of the spouse’s

holding, allowing for a potential future sale at a loss.

Other helpful strategies Knowing all of the tax-saving options available is beneficial. Those with complicated lives should use an accountant to ensure they are using all deductions available to them. Here are a few to keep in mind.

Donating publicly listed securities with accrued gains to registered charities usually does not trigger capital gains, meaning the shares could be transferred tax-free, plus the donor receives the donation tax credit. Divorce or separation may trigger capital losses when transferring non-registered investments to one’s spouse. Capital losses aren’t the only way to offset gains. For example, selling a private company or farm property could qualify for the lifetime capital gains exemption. Further, losses on private investments may qualify as an allowable business investment loss (ABIL) that can be used against any source of income in the year claimed.

Final thoughts With proper planning, there are many opportunities to recover money on losing investments. Sometimes this comes in the form of reducing taxes today, deferring taxes in the future, or recovering taxes paid in the past. As with any tactic, use caution when tax loss selling. Be sure to discuss suitability and proper execution with your advisor in ad-

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