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Remembering residential school children The Shuswap Band staff wore orange on September 30th to mark Orange Shirt Day as a legacy of the St. Joseph Mission (SJM) residential school commemoration event held in Williams Lake, B.C. in the spring of 2013. It grew out of Phyllis’ account of having her shiny new orange shirt taken away on her first day of school at the Mission, and it has become an opportunity to keep the discussion on all aspects of residential schools happening annually. The date was chosen because it is the time of year in which children were taken from their homes to residential schools, and because it is an opportunity to set the stage for anti-racism and anti-bullying policies for the coming school year. Orange Shirt Day is also an opportunity for First Nations, local governments, schools and communities to come together in the spirit of reconciliation and hope for generations of children to come.

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Interior Health holds first consultation on lab services

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff The shock of roughly 50 per cent of baby boomers retiring from Interior Health lab services over the next five years could change the way clinics offer service to their patients, according to Dr. Michael Moss, who serves as Interior Health’s medical director for laboratory services in Kelowna.

On Tuesday, October 6th, Dr. Moss and Interior Health’s project team met with three dignitaries, nine doctors and five lab staff from the Columbia Valley at the Invermere and District Hospital and the Invermere

Health Centre to discuss options for a different business model, while collecting information about the best solution for the community during the consultation process.

While there have not been any decisions made that are set in stone, there have been discussions about the challenges of offering complex testing by lab services in light of problems related to staffing retention and recruitment, budget and tools, as well as service equity.

“This is driven by the realization that our baby boomers are retiring and this means that we’re facing a huge, unprecedented loss of staff through retirement,” said Dr. Moss. “It’s not about us cost-cutting or choosing to downsize. It’s simply that the number of people who

are becoming eligible for retirement is going to outstrip our ability to replace them so we’re continuing to recruit and we will continue to recruit. But the reality is we’re going to have difficulty replacing every position that’s going to become vacant and that’s going to be more of an issue in our smaller sites in many locations.”

However, there will not be a “cookie-cutter solution” for every community, according to Marty Woods, Interior Health lab services regional manager.

“In many locations, we’re depending on a number of staff — some who are already of age (to retire), but who have chosen to continue to work for now,” explained Dr. Moss.

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Westside Legacy Trail project moves to next stage

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff The Greenways Trail Alliance has successfully secured all the land commitments it needs for the Westside Legacy Trail, and is now gearing up for the fundraising stage of the project.

The non-profit organization has put up signs around the valley and put out messages through social media, its website and through other various avenues in an effort to grab attention and to seek out potential donors for the trail. At the same time, Greenways is diligently applying to grant opportunities. The planned

25-kilometre paved trail will run along Westside Road from Invermere to Fairmont Hot Springs.

“We now have the land to build a trail. It took time to develop a route, ask private landowners to donate the land, request the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) to adopt the trail into its regional park system (which the RDEK is currently in the process of doing), survey the exact trail location and have everybody sign final agreements. We finished that phase in nine months and have now moved on to the next stage, generating awareness and funding,” said Greenways executive director Mark Halwa.

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• On Thursday, October 1st, the Columbia Valley Detachment, received two reports of unlocked vehicles entered in the 1300 block of 8th Avenue. A wallet and loose change was stolen.

• On Thursday, October 1st, the detachment received a report of a hit and run believed to have occurred in the Sobeys parking lot over the last few days. The vehicle struck is a ‘98 Ford pickup that was loaned out by Walker’s Repair.

• On Friday, October 2nd at 4:20 p.m., a number of arrest warrants stemming from charges out of Salmon Arm, Revelstoke and Prince Rupert were executed on a 37-year-old male residing in Radium. The male was held in custody and eventually released on $500 bail with a number of conditions, including reporting to the detachment once a week.

• On Friday, October 2nd at 1:30 p.m., the detachment along with local Conservations officers are investigating a complaint of damage to a gate and trespassing involving private property and government-protected wetlands in Radium. The investigation is continuing.

• On Friday, October 2nd at 7:45 p.m., the detachment received a complaint of a blue Dodge Ram driven by a male in his 60s making contact with a Mitsubishi in the 200 block of 3rd Avenue. No injuries to anyone involved. The suspect vehicle had three dogs in the back. Patrols in the area were negative.

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• On Sunday, October 4th at 1:48 a.m., police responded to a disturbance involving two adult males fighting in the lobby of the Fairmont Resort Hotel. Both were spoken to by Cpl. Ayers and told find some inner feelings towards mankind and move on. Both co-operated.

• On Monday, October 5th at 4:30 a.m., detachment officers were called out to a domestic assault in the 4000 block of Dorney Road in Edgewater. The investigation resulted in a 35-yearold male being arrested and charged with assault. The male will appear in Invermere Provincial Court on November 30th.

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One has to think: how does Marko make this picture (see page 45) into a police-related event? Well, let me tell you. We all deal with stress and we should all have some mechanism to deal with stress. Some people deal with it by running or some form of physical fitness to relieve stress. I opted out of this mechanism. Recently, the RCMP initiated one day a year where officers can take a “wellness” day. Being old school, I never opted to take a wellness day, sticking with the plenty of days off that I normally get with my annual leave.

However, on Tuesday, September 29th when I woke up to go to work, I looked out the window and realized what a beautiful day it was. I realized this didn’t sit “well” with me and since I had this great fishing boat (thanks to my wife), I concluded I should go get myself “well.” Work the stress out. After looking at the picture of this huge fish, I realized that I require more time to work the stress out as normal fishermen hold the fish up with one finger through the gill.

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Safe sidewalk for primary students The walk to school is a little safer for Eileen Madson Primary (EMP) school students now that a separate walkway to the school has been built along 13th Street. The EMP Parent Advisory Committee has been striving to get the walkway built since last December and committee representative Nadine Hale said she’s happy the path is now complete.

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Youth centre finds a new home

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff A recent discussion between Summit Youth Centre representatives and the Invermere committee of the whole confirmed the youth centre will be moving into the current Invermere Public Library building after the new multi-use centre is built.

A crew of Summit Youth Centre representatives — including Sherry Doerr, Pam Muiner and Kelsey Pritchard — met with the committee during its Tuesday, October 6th meeting to clarify that once the new multi-use centre is finished, and the library moves into the new centre, that the building the library now uses (which was once the headquarters of the Columbia Valley RCMP, and still has the old jail cell to prove it) will then become the new Summit Youth Centre home. The committee agreed to make a recommendation to Invermere council to make a

formal motion on the move.

“That would be fabulous. I think it would send a great message to the kids, that we want them to have their own space, and not just be an adjunct to other community needs. Personally, I have always thought this is the best solution,” said Ms. Doerr.

The youth centre currently operates out of the community hall (which has been around since July 1947 and which the new multi-use centre is intended to replace), but has several spacing concerns with the current location, which the centre representatives outlined to the committee. These included difficulty accommodating large number of teens; limited space for confidential meetings; a lack of storage options; not being accessible for people in wheelchairs or with other mobility concerns; no space for additional technological support; and a lack of ability to physically connect with other organizations that can support the youth centre’s programs.

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Jumbo Wild: the film

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

Jumbo Wild is a film that goes to great extents to balance the opposing ideologies around Jumbo Glacier Resort. For anyone who has never seen or heard architect and developer Oberto Oberti speak, the amount of screen time dedicated to his dream of building this high altitude glacier resort in the Purcell Mountains will certainly fill in the blanks. His comments and clips span the entire movie and in the Q&A after the first screening, the filmmaker explained he spent a large amount of time with Mr. Oberti, over dinner, in vehicles, at the top of Glacier Dome. His conclusion, which garnered respectful applause from the mostly anti-Jumbo crowd, was: “I can honestly say that he is not a bad person. It’s just a different set of values, a different value system.” Jumbo Wild aptly conveys Oberti’s reverence for the mountains, his passion for their strength and magnificence. But what the film also reveals, in an utterly profound way, is how his reverence, a spiritual connection to Earth, similar to that shared by Jumbo resort protesters and the Ktunaxa First Nation, is expressed in a way that demonstrates deeply enshrined European values, dating back to when great cathedrals were built across the European Empire in expression of man’s quest to connect with God — the opposite of 4,000 generations of Ktunaxa First Nations who cared for their land without ever leaving a permanent footprint (also a story told by the film), who consider the proposed resort — said by Oberti to be his personal “masterpiece” — an affront to an entire ancient civilization. Cathedrals are mountains, Oberti says in the film. His opponents believe the mountains are cathedrals. Do we need Europe all over again, asks Nolan Rad, who has spent his whole life trapping and hunting in Jumbo valley, who has seen as many as eight grizzly bears at once in the valley when evidence supplied by the resort’s proponents claims there are none. Europeans come here because the mountains in Europe have all been tamed by architecture, says Rad. Building the resort is about not losing to the protesters, Grant Costello tells the camera. One man’s dream, another man’s fight, a nation’s heritage. Will European-style architecture reign supreme over what many consider to be a final frontier of Canadian wilderness? While the film paints both sides and leaves it to the viewer to pick one — to tame or not to tame the Jumbo Valley — the Patagoniasupported Jumbo Wild petition displayed at the end leaves no doubt as to where the inspiration came from when making it.

Historical Lens Three people with sheep This image dates back to between the 1950s and 1960s. Pictured in the sheep pens are (left to right) Jeanette OgilvyWills, Joe Awmack, and Ken Marples with Captain Ogilvy-Wills partially obscured in the right rear. If you have any more information about when this photo was taken, email us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com.

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Forum format still unsatisfactory Dear Editor: I’d like to thank Mrs. Clovechok of the CV Chamber of Commerce for setting me straight in regards to the recent all-candidates forum (see last week’s letter to the editor “Chamber sets the record straight”).

Mrs. Clovechok points out that the forum was never originally organized as a debate, and thus there was no change in the format made to accommodate any particular candidate.

To be fair, Mr. Wilks has shown form in ducking many community appearances before the last election where there was a possibility of becoming un-scripted from the CPC main talking points. This

had been widely reported as a strategy used by many Conservative candidates in order to limit any potential gaffes and straying from Mr. Harper’s tightly controlled political messaging.

But I’m glad the forum was a success as reported last week. Though I still believe a true interactive debate between the candidates vying for the job of MP may yield more insight into how well the candidates know their stuff, so as to defend their party’s platform and position on all the important issues in front of an audience.

Perhaps future forums could have a mix, with both time for the dry, scripted answers as well as other questions opened up to debate...

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Dear Editor: I attended the all-candidates forum at DTSS last week, with the hope of solidifying my political stance and aligning myself with the candidate that best echoes my needs. I am a 44-year-old woman who has made a “different” choice in life. By different, I mean that, although I love children and support families always, I’ve chosen not to become a parent. In a world with more than seven billion humans occupying it, I feel that, at this point in history, it is a positive and eco-friendly decision to have less or no children. Again, I am not anti-family but simply anti- “let’s do the same thing we’ve always done and not think about the impact on our world.”

I find it bizarre and frustrating that, while we hear our politicians discussing ways to reward companies for being environmentally responsible and initiatives to support the individual in their greenthinking ways, and we hear great promises about what will be done with our

tax dollars to support families and give child tax credits, supplement the education system and affordable daycare, while these are all wonderful things, in doesn’t escape me that people are continually being rewarded for having children, but the people who opt to not become parents and put no additional pressure on our economy are completely invisible. Having children is a choice, one that should be considered from all angles, especially from a financial standpoint. There are many single women and couples out there who have made the same choice as I have and I can’t figure out where we fit in in the eyes of our political system. We pay substantial income taxes too.

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. . . ‘Forum’ from page 6 I’m sure an impartial moderator could be found somewhere.

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Dear Editor: Canadians are approaching what is likely the most important federal election in a generation. While in our system, unlike the American one, we do not directly elect a leader, our individual vote for our MP is a proxy vote for a leader. With this is mind, here is my partial wish list for our next Prime Minister. The next Prime Minister should be someone who: • respects democracy, and does not use tricks like prorogation to hold onto power; • respects our court system, and does not waste taxpayer money fighting its decisions; • supports wounded vets, and does not shortchange them on their pensions; • encourages the dissemination of scientific knowledge, and does not muzzle scientists; • believes in using evidence to develop social policy, and does not attempt to thwart it by, for example, cancelling the long form census; • protects the environment, and does not gut environmental laws;

• accepts refugees on their merits, not their religion; • takes a balanced approach to problems in the Middle East, and does not rabidly support Israel and condemn Muslim countries; • values knowledge of international significance, and does not close science libraries and internationally recognized long term research facilities such as the Experimental Lakes Area; • encourages us to live with hope, not fear; • works for the best interests of Canadians, not multinational oil companies; • supports the CBC, not slowly strangle it to death; • remembers that he works for us, and that he is answerable to us through the media.

I strongly encourage everyone to vote. It is our right, but more importantly, our responsibility. Please be thoughtful in your decision and don’t succumb to the negative advertising so pervasive today.

Norm Funnell Radium

A mill it was, a mill it shall be again Dear Editor: Maybe they could turn the Canal Flats mill into a perpetual rainbow machine and harness the energy to power the Columbia Valley, or wait a few years until the price of lumber goes up and turn it back into a mill.

Joel Hyvarinen Invermere

Strategic voting is most important Dear Editor: As of today, there are only 10 days to go until election day (October 19th). And on that day, voters across the region will be making a decision.

At the moment, Conservative candidate David Wilks’ support has been driven down to only 37 per cent. But NDP candidate Wayne Stetski is also polling at 37 per cent. (The Liberals have about 15 per cent support while the Green Party sits at about 10 per cent).

Many voters in this region, who clearly want change, are not sure where they need to vote if they want to stop Stephen Harper.

More than 60 per cent of people in this riding do not support Stephen Harper and the Conservatives.

But if voters do not choose to vote together in this riding, Stephen Harper and David Wilks could very well win with a small minority of the local vote.

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CANADA VOTES! This week is the fifth instalment of a six-week Q&A feature leading up to the 42nd Canadian federal election on Monday, October 19th.

All four 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.

9. What’s your reaction to the United Nations report issued earlier this year that criticizes Canada for a broad range of human rights failures including the lack of safeguards in Bill C-51 to protect Canadians’ civil liberties and an inadequate response to missing and murdered Aboriginal women?

10. Oil companies are intent on getting their product to market, whether it be by train or pipeline. At the same time, serious environmental and public safety issues have been raised about both methods of shipment. What do you see as the solution to these issues?

Wayne Stetski New Democratic Party (NDP) 9. Under the Harper Conservative government, Canada’s international reputation has been severely damaged with respect to climate change and the environment, our role as peacekeepers, the use of science and good data to make decisions, and on human rights.

The Harper Conservatives have refused to act on the United Nations’ commitments on indigenous rights. Our current government’s refusal, for instance, to take seriously the issue of murdered and missing indigenous women, is simply unacceptable.

The Harper Conservatives, along with the Liberals, rammed through Bill C-51, the Secret Police Act, which over one hundred legal scholars and four past prime ministers say goes too far. Bill C-51 will result in the erosion of our rights and freedoms and does nothing to make Canadians safer.

An NDP government will: repeal Bill C-51, implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People, protect gender identity and expression in the Human Rights Act, and call an inquiry into the missing and murdered indigenous women within 100 days of taking office.

By doing what’s right, we can reclaim our reputation on the international stage.

10. In the short term, we need to review the safety standards of both pipelines and railways to ensure public and environmental safety. For example, there are far too few federal government railway inspectors in Canada, another important area cut by the Harper Conservatives.

We need to start to transition our economy from oil and gas towards renewable green energy. This is important from both an environmental perspective, including climate change, and from an economic perspective. Green energy creates the jobs right here at home, so that people don’t have to travel to Alberta or northeast B.C. and disrupt families to earn a living.

The new solar Sun Mine at Kimberley and bio-energy power plant at the Aqam Reserve near Cranbrook are an excellent start!

Bill Green Green Party of Canada 9. The July 2015 report of the United Nations (UN) Committee on Human Rights makes 15 recommendations regarding needed human rights improvements in Canada, while commending us on only five matters. This long list of deficiencies should be of

deep concern to Canadians.

Security of person is a human right, but indigenous women in Canada face particularly high risk of violence. Indigenous women account for 16 percent of female homicides and 11.3 percent of missing women cases, even though they make up only 4.3 percent of Canada’s female population. I support a full inquiry into our crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women. If we are committed to security as a country, this must mean security for all.

The Green Party immediately opposed Bill C-51 when it was introduced in April. We share the concerns cited in the UN report, such as the bill’s lack of adequate legal safeguards and risks to Canadian’s civil liberties. We will continue to advocate for repeal of this bill.

10. In the long term and at heart, this question concerns climate change as well as environmental and public safety issues. The Green Party’s very clear and achievable goal is to reduce Canada’s carbon emissions by 40 per cent below 2005 levels by 2025 (10 years) and 80 per cent below 1990 levels by 2050. This means that, in the short term, we have to stabilize, rather than increase, current levels of oil production (and employment), then work to shift energy industry investments away from fossil fuel extraction and pipelines and towards a new, renewable energy-based economy.

If we stabilize current levels of production, there’s no need to expand beyond our existing and extensive network of pipelines. Investments can then be directed to improving both rail and pipeline safety, as well as in renewable energy resources distributed all across Canada.

David Wilks Conservative Party of Canada 9. Our Government is responsible for the security and well-being of Canadians. Our legislation gives the RCMP, CBSA and CSIS the ability to share information and co-ordinate.

C-51 must conform to the Canadian Charter of Rights of Freedoms and there is judicial oversight.

The RCMP report on Missing and Murdered Aboriginal women provides a road map forward. Our government introduced the First Nations Matrimonial Interests Act, which now provides families on reserve with the same rights expected by all other Canadians in the event of a marriage breakdown. We will continue to bring forth legislation so that all Canadians can prosper fully from our economy.

10. Oil companies are responding to an ever-increasing demand for oil. In Canada, our oil is found predominantly in the western provinces and we are focused on getting our product to the market. We know that the safest mode of

transportation today is by pipeline and our standards for pipelines in Canada are some of the highest in the world.

The National Energy Board along with other agencies oversees pipeline safety.

Don Johnston Liberal Party of Canada 9. The United Nations report is absolutely right. If there is any reason for Conservative supporters to say “enough is enough,” it is Mr. Harper’s dismantling of Canada’s international and human rights policies. This is not the Canada that our generation was

proud to have built.

Despite perceptions about Bill C-51, Liberal policy is clear. Our MPs will stand up against anything that violates the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Unfortunately, both the Conservatives and the NDP chose to play politics with Canada’s security. Stephen Harper created an Act that will be challenged in court and the NDP changed positions until they could generate fear for any government role in security. We successfully argued for three amendments to the Bill and told the Conservatives we would run an election against rights abuses. We will immediately ensure parliamentary oversight, institute mandatory legislative reviews, and narrow abusively broad definitions. Last week, we all addressed the Ktunaxa Nation Council forum and that audience knew about the Liberals’ 2005 Kelowna accord that the Conservatives ignored. It was a respectful action plan for government-to-government dialogue. We need to deal with the root causes of a national tragedy that led to over 1,200 murdered or missing Aboriginal women over the last 35 years.

A Liberal government will not ignore uncomfortable truths and we will launch an inquiry.

10. If we don’t demonstrate to the world that we have our act together on climate change and the environment, we will find it harder to get our resources to markets. We will improve the environmental assessments with a comprehensive and fair process that ensures decisions are evidence-based and allow meaningful participation.

We will also modernize the National Energy Board and ensure it has broad regional representation and expertise in environmental science and community development. Full details are linked on my www.donjohnston.liberal.ca website.

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Out & About Vancouver rockers THE V!DOS have been garnering attention Canada-wide and they’re bringing their multi-element rock to the Hoodoo Lounge & Grill in Fairmont on October 11th.

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Wine tasting plans uncorked music by L8 in the Bear’s Paw Bar & Grill.

However, the festivities don’t end there.

“This year, we will be hosting a Sunday Champagne Brunch to cap off the weekend,” said Ms. Aasebo, adding that seatings will be available at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. but reservations are “strongly encouraged.”

The Sunday Champagne Brunch will be $24.95 for adults or $21.20 for seniors, and will include a complimentary glass of champagne.

Lastly, there will be a shuttle service provided for guests to get to the resort from locations in the Columbia Valley on Saturday, November 7th, as well as catch a ride home.

Guests are encouraged to reserve their spots in advance as spaces are limited.

“The shuttle service is available for Invermere, Windermere and Fairmont,” added Ms. Aasebo.

Please contact the Reservations Team and drop-off locations, at 250-345-6311 or

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff

A series of long-standing viticultural traditions will be put to the test in Fairmont when vintners offer an expansive selection of B.C. wineries on the menu for sommeliers and wine aficionados.

The 14th Annual East Kootenay Wine Festival will be held at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort between Friday, November 6th until Sunday, November 8th with the main tasting event dubbed “Corkscrews and Canapes” featured on Saturday, November 7th.

“People who want to learn more about wine or those who just love drinking wine — any type of wine — are all welcome to attend,” said Lisa Aasebo, Fairmont Hot WINE AWAY THE TIME —This year’s East Kootenay Wine Festival at Fairmont Springs Resort special events co-ordinator.

Hot Springs Resort includes a Sunday Champagne Brunch, extending the famous Corkscrews and Canapes will run beevent from two days to three.

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Tickets for Corkscrews and Canapes, which include tastings, are $59 plus tax and After the main tasting event, the after-parties will become open to the public between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m. at either the “Hollywood Decanted” event featuring music are available for purchase in-person at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort or by calling

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

Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication. We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event. Please limit your submission to 30 words. Priority is given to one-off events, so weekly events may only run occasionally.

Friday, October 9th • 6:30 p.m.: Ham Dinner at the Invermere Legion. $15/person. Reservations recommended. Call 250-3429517. Meat Draw and 50/50.

• 8 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre (SYC) Movie and popcorn night.

Saturday, October 10th • 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Artym Gallery shows Plein Air exhibition till October 16.

• 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Bavin Glassworks Thanksgiving Show at Bavin Glassworks. Demos, limited edition cups, totem sneak preview. Music by Bill Cropper.

Then again at 7 - 9:30 p.m.

• 12 p.m.: October 10 - 12 Thanksgiving Celebrations at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Family activities, pumpkin carving and more.

• 7 p.m.: SYC Box City Homelessness Awareness Sleepover in Pothole Park.

• 7 p.m.: Groundswell’s Biannual Celebration with a Soil Palooza. Bands playing are Shred Kelly and Magnolia Buckskins. Tickets are $55 and includes $20 membership/ renewal. Buy tickets online or from Circle Health Food, Circle Cafe or Edibles Cafe. Visit groundswellnetwork. ca/event/soil-palooza/ for more information.

• 8 - 11 p.m.: Dean Ray live at Bear’s Paw & Grill in Fairmont Hot Springs October 10 and 11.

• 6 p.m.: Marty and Eli live (for Valley Night) at Mountainside Grille in Fairmont Hot Springs.

Reservation recommended.

Sunday, October 11th • 9 p.m.: The Vidos band plays at the Hoodoo Grill in Fairmont Hot Springs.

Tuesday, October 13th • 5 p.m.: SYC Cooking night.

• 5:30 p.m.: SYC Youth Focus leadership.

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

• 7 p.m.: Cinefest film series begins with the screening of Gabe Polsky’s Red Army feature documentary. Tickets $12 at the door or at Tiffany’s Thredz or Pynelogs.

Wednesday, October 14th • 10 - 11 a.m.: Groundswells Preschoolers and Parents, Plant and Play drop in program every Wednesday from September 30 - October 28th, with different themes over five weeks. Pre-registration is appreciated.

Cost is by donation. Visit groundswellnetwork. ca /event/preschoolers-a nd-pa rents-pla nt-a ndplay-2/2015-09-30/ for more information.

• 6 p.m.: SYC Karaoke Night.

• 7:30p.m.: Arne Sahlen plays Decades of Musical Delights at Christ Church Trinity. Admission by donation. No charge for seniors and disabled.

Thursday, October 15th • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphics Course (pre-sign up).

• 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym.

• 5 - 7 p.m.: SYC Cooking night.

Friday, October 16th • Link to Rink Spiel: October 16-17. Golfing and Curling in one event. For more information visit www. curlinginvermere.ca, or email invermerecurling@shaw. ca or call 250-342-3315.

• 5 p.m.: SYC Foosball tournament.

• 6:30 p.m.: Roast Beef Dinner at the Invermere Legion.

Reservations recommended. Call 250-342-9517. Meat Draw and 50/50.

Saturday, October 17th • 6 - 11 p.m.: SYC grade 10 - 12 only. Every third Saturday of each month.

• 7 p.m.: WVMWC Valley Sessions Concert No. 2 at Pynelogs, featuring Jessica Hansen, Jocelyn Taylor and Siofri in concert, $10.00 at the door.

Sunday, October 18th • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Sue Wells Memorial Art Workshop at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. An art workshop for children in memory of local artist Sue Wells. Snacks provided by Sobeys and From Scratch. There is no

registration fee but donations will be gratefully accepted.

Register at Black Star at 250-342-6663.

Monday, October 19th • 11:30 p.m.: Not for Profit Luncheon at the Invermere Legion. Two board members from each local not for profit organizations are invited to a luncheon at the Invermere Legion. Please RSVP by Oct 15th by calling 250-342-3097.

• 4 p.m.: SYC Homework Help, Employment readiness (pre-sign up) and Skills for Life (pre-sign up).

Tuesday, October 20th • 4 - 8 p.m. SYC hang out night.

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

Wednesday, October 21st • 10 - 11 a.m.: Groundswells Preschoolers and Parents, Plant and Play drop in program every Wednesday from September 30 - October 28th, with different themes over five weeks. Pre-registration is appreciated.

Cost is by donation. Visit groundswellnetwork. ca /event/preschoolers-a nd-pa rents-pla nt-a ndplay-2/2015-09-30/ for more information.

• 2 p.m.: Genealogy Group at Columbia Gardens Coffee Room. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

• 4 p.m.: SYC Games night. Join us for games.

• 9 p.m.: The Steadies playing at Hoodoo Grill in Fairmont.

Thursday, October 22nd • 4 - 6 p.m.: SYC Graphics Course (pre-sign up).

• 4 - 8 p.m.: SYC open gym.

• 5 - 7 p.m.: SYC Cooking night.

• 5:30 p.m.: 17th Annual Business Excellence Awards at Copper Point Resort. Contact Susan Clovechok at 250342-2844 or email susan@cvchamber.ca.

Friday, October 23rd • October 23rd - 25th Scrapper’s Cove Annual Retreat.

Call 1- 250-342-7238 for more information.

• 1 p.m.: Conrad Kain Centennial Society AGM at the Windermere Valley Museum. New members welcome.

• 5 p.m.: SYC pool tournament.

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Plein Air revisited

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By Grey Bradatsch The Artym Gallery

“To truly paint snow, you have to freeze your fingers trying.”

~ Cameron Bird, artist www.donjohnston.liberal.ca This coming Thanksgiving weekend, the Artym Gallery is revisiting its popular Plein Air shows from 2006-2012 with new works by the artists from proudly presents our 4th annual the series.

The Artym has asked its Plein Air painters to revisit their sketchbooks and photos taken during this time and create new Raise the roof with laughter and raise funds for a works from them. The artists are new Rescue and adopTion FaciliTy. Andrew Kiss, Denise Lemaster, Cameron Bird, Min Ma and SuFriday, november 20, 2015 MADE IN THE OUTDOORS — New works of art from old sketchs and photos san Woolgar.

Invermere Community Hall taken during Plein Air (“open air”) shows between 2006 and 2012 is the theme of During its Plein Air shows, Doors Open 6:00 pm • Dinner & Show 7:00 pm Artym’s 2015 Thanksgiving show.

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Tickets only $50 Locations ranged from Castle Mountain, following To overcome these challenges, the artist must be very Tickets available at: Purple Cow Gift Shop in Fairmont • ICAN, Invermere Veterinary Hospital, along Highway 93, Lake Windermere, Panorama and sure of what is being created. A quick pencil sketch for Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies, and River Gems in downtown Invermere. the Hoodoos. The response to the shows by both artists definition, then off to the palate for colour. A 10-minute and clients is a testament to how successful they were. burst of sunshine on an otherwise cloudy day can create www.icanbc.com • info@icanbc.com • 250-341-7888 To backtrack a bit, Plein Air painting means the art- havoc to the composition. ist is working outside in whatever the weather may be.

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Sue Wells’ love of art continues to be passed on

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff Creative kids and artisans from the Columbia Valley plan to honour the late Sue Wells.

The memorial art workshop will be for children who can spend a couple of hours working on a project that can be taken home from Pynelogs Cultural Arts Centre between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 18th.

“There will be six stations with different mediums so kids can choose what they want to do including painting and paper mache,” said Carly Wells, event organizer and the daughter of Sue Wells. “My mother painted, mostly watercolors, especially flowers and trees. We will be MEMORIAL WORKSHOP — A by-donation Pynelogs art workshop for children showing the kids some techheld in honour of the late Sue Wells, a well-known artist and art teacher in the valniques that she used to (try).” ley, will take place on October 18th.

Photo submitted In addition, there will be colouring sheets for children helped bring to the forefront of the community. under the age of five years old who want to participate, “My mom taught painting classes here in Invermere which were created by Carly’s daughter, Alisha. at the college and at Pynelogs and was a part of the art“All kids any age are invited,” added Carly. “We will ists’ community,” said Carly. “Her love of art started as be giving invitations to every school and welcome any a child and she took great pleasure in teaching Alisha visitors to the valley as well.” drawing, painting and anything crafty. She thought it The decision to offer the Sue Wells Art Day stems was important for all kids to have an opportunity to crefrom a love of creativity and painting that only increased ate art and express themselves. After she passed, the famwhile Sue coped with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary ily decided that an annual free art day for all kids would disease (COPD). be a great memorial for our mother.”

“My mother had COPD and, in the last few years of Food will be donated by Sobeys and From Scratch, her life, I moved her into a big house with myself and my so participants can have a snack between the workshops. daughter Alisha so I could care for her,” explained Carly.

There will be a collection of paintings by Sue hung “She spent so much time with Alisha, mostly cooking at Pynelogs for the event as well. or drawing. She was a huge influence in our lives and The day-long workshop is funded by donations and inspired both of us to be creative. Her passion for art has from the family estate, but donations are welcome as been passed on to myself and my daughter and we want there is a push to make the Sue Wells Art Day an annual to get kids excited about art as well.” event for children over the age of five.

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The Vidos set to rock Hoodoos

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff A group of Vancouver rockers is bringing its unique sound to the valley this weekend.

The Vidos (who officially spell the band’s name as THE V!DOS) will be playing the Hoodoo Lounge & Grill in Fairmont Hot Springs on Sunday, October 11th and are excited both to see the Columbia Valley for the first time and showcase their unique rock sound to local residents here.

“We met a new producer last year and he is helping us take the band in a brand new direction, refining our sound,” said drummer Nolan Nielsen. “It’s rock music, definitely a new school kind of rock rather than old school.

There are so many different elements going into our music that nobody can really define it, so we just call it rock.”

Since making the changes, the band has been making waves, headlining around Vancouver clubs, and this tour

is the first time the Vidos have managed to get deeper into B.C.’s interior than Kelowna.

“We’re really excited. The band is moving in a good direction and we think this will be a really successful tour for us,” said Mr. Nielsen.

The three-piece band features Mr. Nielsen on drums, Kirk Musfelt on guitar and Brett Hornall on bass and as lead singer.

“We just found our chemistry works well together, not just musically but on just about everything,” said Mr. Nielsen, add the band’s riffy, technical songs work well with just three musicians. “With our kind of music, you just don’t need that fourth band member,” he said.

The band has recently released the single Shoebomb, which is getting airplay all across Canada. Mr. Nielsen said the Vidos count Royal Blood, Foo Fighters, Crash Kings and Led Zeppelin and Pearl Jam among its influences. To find out more about the band, check out www.thevidosmusic.com.

Firefighters host a night on the town

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Firefighters are hoping to spark a warm feeling of generosity among the community for their biggest fundraiser of the year.

The 44th Annual Firemen’s Ball will begin with refreshments at 6 p.m. at the Invermere Community Hall on Saturday, October 24th.

Dinner will be served to the guests around 7 p.m. and there will be music from a DJ at 9 p.m. to boot.

“It’s our biggest, major fundraiser of the year,” said Invermere firefighter Geoff Hill. “At our hall, we have a really strong, dedicated crew of people who are pretty keen on having good gear, gear that we need.”

He added there are many calls the fire department responds to, then afterwards, the firefighters learn a new technique that could be more efficient in coping with it.

“For example, last year a bunch of our guys took an auto extrication course and one of the tools that those guys brought with them was a really little hydraulic ram, which is a lot easier to work with than some of the bigger tools we have, so in certain situations, it would come in handy — but these tools, and most tools in the fire industry, are exceptionally expensive.”

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equipment that will benefit everybody is typically time-sensitive and allows for little planning to draw from the budget, which is why the Firemen’s Ball is highly valued. Suppliers or course instructors will offer deals on fire fighting equipment during select time periods, such as when the crew completes or takes new training, which forces the troops to move quickly in order to get the bargain price.

“The money that we raise from this (fundraiser) goes toward helping to buy those pieces of equipment to help us do our jobs,” he added. “It makes helping people a little bit easier.”

In addition, there will be door prizes and a silent auction with a high stakes table — including a trip to Vegas and a houseboating trip.

“Everybody is welcome,” said Mr. Hill, noting the dinner and dancing are geared toward couples having a night out on the town. “Come out, dress up and have fun. We always have some really good silent auctions, we do the balloon lottery every year and we also take the opportunity to recognize longstanding firefighters.”

To purchase a $35 ticket for the 44th Annual Firemen’s Ball, drop by Konig Meats or the Invermere Fire Hall — or talk to any of the Invermere Fire Rescue members. For more information about the event, call Mr. Hill at 250-341-7600.

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Do I create my reality or does my reality create me?

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etaphysical usings

By Tammy Stehr Pioneer Columnist

Think about this... you wake up feeling a bit grumpy, you are late for work, your car won’t start and, when you do finally get it started, you are in such a rush to get to work that you have an accident on the way there. On this day, one might say: “What a rotten stinking day! Everything went wrong for me today.”

But what if you woke up on the

wrong side of the bed and simply chose to take things slowly in spite of being late.

What if you chose to laugh at the little things going wrong and slowed things down to a pace you could adequately deal with? The day would flow with a few bumps, but things would work out in the end. You are able to identify that you are sending out a bumpy vibration and that it is what you are getting back.

Possibly, the most wonderful part of being here is that we have free will or choice. That being said, it can also be our greatest downfall. With the choice, there needs to be an awareness of the choosing or else we default to what we have always done with little “choice” felt. If our thoughts are our choice, don’t you want

to choose them carefully?

OK, maybe easy to say, but not easy to do. How would you go about doing that anyway and why would you want to?

Being self-aware is what many call “the work” we need to do with ourselves.

You want to because anyone can have anything they desire; it is only a matter of honing your skills at focusing on that very thing. It is talked about in the Law of Attraction and many other books or movies. How do you do it? Practice, like anything else.

What kind of practice will get me what I want? Well, spiritual practice, meditation, religion and prayer, anything that will teach focus. The key is to keep your vibration at a place where you are

attracting what it is that you want in life.

What do I mean by vibration? All thought, emotion and the words we speak emit a vibration. If we are telling a story of how sad our life is, thinking sorry thoughts for ourselves, feeling sorry for ourselves, we experience sorry things.

If we change our thoughts then we can change our experience. Test it for yourself in some simple easy way that is believable to you and see what your results are. I know you will be pleasantly surprised!

Tammy does spiritual counselling and healing through Reiki, Transformational and Alchemic techniques. She is finishing her Bachelor of Metaphysical Sciences and plans to do a Master’s in the near future.

Thank you!

Columbia Valley Local Conservation Fund Request for Proposals 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.

As the car club president I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved in the car show. This years 2015 annual car show was another huge success. Thanks in part to the huge support of our community. Registering at whooping 921 cars this show would not be where it is today without the hard work and dedication of our car club members, they spend countless hours running errands, setting up and working instead of enjoying the show. Without all of you we wouldn’t have our show, I truly appreciate each and everyone of you. Please give yourselves a pat on the back, you deserve it. This year’s major sponsors went above and beyond like every year to give back to the registrants of the car show. The door prizes and gifts are an extremely special added touch to the car show. Everything from the green carpet to park on to a weekend get away, to golfing, fine dining, how about a retro table for two while enjoying a chilled glass of root beer? What would a car show be without car parts, tools and a fancy new tool box? These are just a few of the special gifts we received to give away. There are not enough words to say thank you in enough ways to our major sponsors, without your help and support our show wouldn’t be as huge of a success as it is. We would also like to thank Kent Kebe and Tourism Radium and the Chamber Office for all their help and support .

Thank you to our major sponsors

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.

Closing dates for project submissions: 4:30 p.m., October 31, 2015.

Expressions of Interest for Technical Review Committee Alternate The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) in partnership with the Kootenay Conservation Program (KCP) is seeking to fill one vacancy for an Alternate position on a five person Technical Review Committee to make recommendations on allocating annual funding for conservation projects for the area from Canal Flats to Spillimacheen.

Term is for two years. Travel expenses will be covered for those who require them. You do not need to live in the Columbia Valley to apply.

For more information please go to www.kootenayconservation.ca and click on Local Conservation Fund.

To apply, please submit a resume and include a covering letter that provides: 1. Contact information.

2. Area of technical expertise (water, fish, wildlife, habitat, or open space and natural area conservation).

3. Any special or unique circumstances that you want us to consider.

Closing date for applications: 5:00 p.m. October 16, 2015 Project proposals and expressions of interest must be delivered by email to info@kootenayconservation.ca.

And to all our other sponsors as well , thank you for supporting our show: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

A & W Invermere All Dolled Up Ambiente Anchor Organics Arrowhead Brewing Avon - Donna Scheffer Back Country Jacks Restaurant Bare Hands Day Spa Bernie Raven & Chris Raven Best Western Plus Prestige Inn Best Western Invermere Inn Big Horn Motel Black Star Budweiser (Labbat) Canadian Tire Candyland Canterbury Flowers CasaVino Wine Bar Cedar Motel Circle Cafe Citadella Restaurant Columbia Valley Pioneer Columbia Valley Trading Company Copper Point Golf Course Copper Point Resort Do Nothing Flotation Centre Inc. Fairmont Goldsmiths Fire Vixen Tattoos Fire’d Up Restaurant Flathead Tattoo

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Gables Motel Gas Plus Service Station Gear Rentals Gerry’s Gelati Helna’s Stube Restaurant Her Public Boutique Horsethief Creek Pub and Eatery Husky Service Station Inside Edge Boutique Invermere Home Hardware John Wolfe Construction Kicking Horse Coffee La Cabina Ristorante Lambert Insurance LBO Autobody Lido Motel Lordco Auto Parts Manulife Securities Invermere Mary Kay - Ellen Hatlevik Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House Motel Bavaria Mountain Side Market Old Salzburg Restaurant Painted Aspen Park Inn Parks Canada Peggy & Stan Harrison Peppi’s Pizza Pete Jensen Radium Bighorn Gifts and Souvenir

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Radium Kootenay Savings Radium Liquor Store Radium Petro Canada Radium Valley Vacation Resort Radium Wood Carver, Rolf Heer Rainbow Donkey Kids Clothing Riko’s Radium Family Restaurant River Gems Rockies Restaurant Rockies Law Corporation Rocky River Grill Screamers Ice Cream Shop Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies Sign Artists Sobeys Invermere Steeped Tea - Susan Raven Summit Footwear & Fashion Super 8 Invermere The Bistro The Element Bar & Grill The Trading Post Three Bears Gift Shop Tiffany’s Thredz Boutique Tourism Radium Hot Springs Treasures in the Wind Valley Hair Styling Wayne Shaw Enterprises Ltd. Wildside Pizzeria Windermere Valley Souvenirs Your Nail Boutique

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October 9, 2015

YOUR MONEY

Tax-saving tips for RRSPs and RRIFs As people approach or enter retirement, they begin wondering what they should do with their Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Should they start withdrawing funds now, or wait until they are forced to?

Should they draw from the RRSP or convert it to a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) first?

And how much is it going to cost them anyways?

Everyone wants to ensure they are getting good value for their dollar, especially when it comes to paying taxes.

Here are some ideas: Withdraw sooner Instead of waiting until age 72, people with large RRSPs may want to start drawing from them upon entering retirement. By spreading withdrawals over more years, it may be possible to avoid higher tax brackets, Old Age Security (OAS) clawbacks, loss of income-tested benefits, and other potential tax problems down the road. It also helps avoid passing away with a large RRSP or RRIF, all of which, if one’s spouse predeceased them, would be deregistered and taxed in the year of death at a rate of up to 45.8 per cent in B.C. Use spouse’s age Minimum RRIF payments are calculated according to the annuitant’s age and account size. For example, a man who is 71 at the beginning of 2016 with a $500,000 RRIF will have to deregister 5.28 per cent of the value

during the year, or $26,400. If he feels this amount is too high and his spouse is younger, he could consider using his spouse’s age for calculation instead.

This can work very well in certain situations. If the annuitant’s income is on the cusp of a higher tax bracket, or has a younger spouse with a longer life expectancy and that spouse’s income will be greatly reduced upon his death, using this measure could be appropriate.

Pension tax credit Those who do not receive employer-sponsored pensions may want to consider converting some or all of their RRSPs to RRIFs at age 65 to receive the Pension Tax Credit. This credit allows people age 65 and older to deregister $2,000 annually from their RRIF, tax-free. Ten per cent withholding tax is payable at the time of withdrawal, which is refunded when one’s tax return is filed.

Pension splitting Up to 50 per cent of eligible pension income can be split between spouses. This may help reduce income taxes payable, reduce or eliminate an Old Age Security clawback, or even create a pension tax credit for one’s spouse.

RRIF withdrawals are considered eligible pension income but RRSPs are not, so those wanting to take advantage of pension income splitting will have to convert all or part of their RRSPs to RRIFs in advance.

Don’t need the money?

Those who don’t need their RRIF income to cover living expenses may wish to fund a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) to shelter assets from further taxation.

Stocks, bonds and other securities may be transferred inkind, saving transactional costs.

Others may choose to make charitable donations and receive the Donations Tax Credit, offsetting some or all of the tax payable.

RRIF income may also provide a good opportunity to gift money to family. There is no gift tax in Canada, plus the money avoids probate fees.

The gift may also help one’s family pay off debts now, reducing or eliminating interest payments, and other charges.

Final thoughts Nobody wants to pay more tax than they should, but people should never let their desire to pay less tax trump sound investment or financial-planning decisions.

Remember, the entire RRSP or RRIF will be taxed eventually and, depending on one’s financial situation, starting the process sooner than later may be most appropriate.

Discuss this matter with your financial advisor or accountant to determine which strategies would work best for you.

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New outdoor gear rental store opens in Radium

Friday, October 16 Please call 1 866 870 4188 to book an appointment

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By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff A desire for a lifestyle change from hectic big city life has resulted in a new gear rental store in Radium Hot Springs.

Phil and Jennifer Gorman were both successful Calgary professionals who decided to take a year-long break when their second daughter was born. They found that when they returned to their busy careers they began to question if there wasn’t something more to life.

“So we ended up looking at business opportunities here in the Upper Columbia Valley,” said Mr. Gorman. “We started out looking for a recreational property, but we quickly flipped to looking for a business as we felt that was a better way to create a life for our family out here. There’s a great community here and that was what was lacking for us in the big city.”

Eventually, the couple came up with the idea of starting a store that rents all the outdoor equipment you could want for any activity in the valley.

“There were a few scatterings of gear rental opportunities in the valley, but nowhere where it was all consolidated under one roof,” said Phil.

The result — Far Out Gear Rentals — opened the doors on its Radium Main Street location (in the long vacant retail spaces of the Kootenay Savings Credit Union building) during the Canada Day long weekend, and has been bustling ever since.

“It’s all about location, location, location. We’re right on the main drag and we attract a lot of attention in general. There’s been quite a few people wandering in our doors, even just asking us what’s going on around the valley,” said Phil. “It’s been good. We’ve been able to send these people to a lot of local businesses around the valley and other businesses are sending people here if they’re looking for rentals.

It’s great to see that kind of support between businesses and within the village.”

Far Out has had a good mix of customers so far — tourists visiting the valley on holiday; second homeowners who might not have all their outdoor gear here with them in the valley; and locals who happen to have friends in town and need

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Box City October 10th Pothole Park Sleepover with us (in a cardboard box) on October 10th in Pothole Park, Invermere

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FAR OUT FAMILY — Phil Gorman, pictured hiking the Juniper Trail with his children Amber, 1, and Charlotte, 5, opened Far Out Gear Rentals in Radium this summer with his wife Jennifer. The bear spray and backpack carrier in the photo are examples of what’s available for rent at the store.

Photo submitted an extra kayak or two.

The family has been busy this summer. Both Phil and Jennifer kept working in Calgary four days a week through the summer, driving down to the valley to open the shop by noon on Fridays and then leaving again Sunday night, but Phil says he sees the effort starting to pay off.

“I think we have a foot in the door,” he said, adding the family has now just taken possession of a home in Radium.

“This is where we want to be longterm.

This is where we want our family to grow up. We lived 10 years on our block in our neighbourhood in Calgary. It’s a great neighbourhood, but even though we’d been there a decade, we didn’t know anybody and nobody knew us. Here, I’ve already met so many people it’s hard to keep track of them all.”

To learn more stop in at Far Out, or check out www.rentfarout.com.

All ages welcome. Bring your parents, friends and everyone you know.

Please dress very warm. Bring sleeping bags, blankets and pillows!

Box building and decorating competition 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. on the 10th.

Pancake breakfast in the morning on the 11th for those who stick it out through the night. Contact summit.centre@gmail.com for more information or call 250-342-3033.

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The Trust has renewed its strategic priorities based on the input received through the Our Trust, Our Future engagement process. Drop by one of our offices and learn about the ways we are supporting Basin communities.

11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Open house and light refreshments Cranbrook office: October 20 Golden office: October 28 Nakusp office: October 29 Castlegar office: October 30 Can’t make it to one of our Open Houses?

Join us for a webinar, October 16.

Register for the webinar at cbt.org/openhouse2015.

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ATTENTION

Non-profit Organizations Two board members from each of the Columbia Valley non-profit organizations are invited to a luncheon at the Invermere Legion on Monday, October 19th, 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be catered by the Legion. Please RSVP by October 15th by calling 250-342-3097.

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Valley businesses recognized

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff A celebration geared toward boosting excellence among the businesses in the Columbia Valley has returned.

The 17th Annual Columbia Valley Business Excellence Awards will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Quartz Room at Copper Point Resort on Thursday, October 22nd.

“Recognizing and celebrating excellence is an opportunity to acknowledge those people and businesses that work hard in our community to provide great service and products,” said Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce executive director Susan Clovechok. “Having Business Excellence Awards can inspire business owners and their employees to excel in all that they do.

I believe it is important to promote all the great things our community has to offer and the Business Excel-

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lence Awards is one way that we can do that.”

There will be a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m., dinner and awards program at 6 p.m. and the 8 p.m. entertainment.

This year’s featured performance will be the Magic of Clinton Gray, who is a 10-time award-winning comedy magician. He has been combining magic, music and mockery into performances for 25 years. Now, Mr. Gray performs 250 shows around the world annually.

Tickets to attend the 17th Annual Business Awards are $70 per individual or a table of 10 can be sold for $650 + GST. Cost includes the wine reception and wine at the table, but must be purchased in advance.

The evening is open to everyone in the community to attend.

For more information, visit www.cvchamber.ca/ event/17th-annual-business-excellence-awards/.

True Key Hotels & Resorts (True Key) is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Lareau to the position of general manager at Bighorn Meadows Resort in Radium Hot Springs.

A Canmore native with over 10 years of experience in hotel and condo resort manageJulie Lareau ment, Julie’s previous roles include Rooms Division Manager at Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino and for Bellstar Hotels & Resorts, and management roles at Canadian Rockies Vacation Rentals.

Julie’s strengths can be found in implementing, standardizing and participating in all areas of hotel and resort operations.

She has an exceptional customer service background with a passion for serving others.

“We’re absolutely delighted for Julie to join our team at Bighorn Meadows Resort,” says Michael An-

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derson, president of True Key Hotels & Resorts, under which Bighorn Meadows Resort operates. “Julie brings with her a wealth of management knowledge, strong business acumen and a positive attitude that can’t be beat. We’re looking forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship.”

Located along the 9th fairway of The Springs golf course in Radium, Bighorn Meadows Resort offers owners and guests condo-style accommodations with stunning golf course and mountain views.

Luxury fishing resorts added to portfolio Nootka Marine Adventures on Vancouver Island has engaged True Key Hotels & Resorts to provide management for its three fishing resorts “where wilderness meets luxury” on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

Nootka Marine Adventures (NMA) owns Moutcha Bay Resort, located between Gold River and Tahsis; Nootka Sound Resort, moored in Galiano Bay off Tlupana Inlet; and Newton Cove Resort, which opened in spring of 2015 and is located in Espinosa Inlet near the Pacific entrance to Esperanza Inlet.

For more information, visit www.nootkamarineadventures.com and www.truekey.ca.

WIN TWO WINE FESTIVAL TICKETS! Q: What was the People’s Choice Award winning red wine from 2014’s Wine Festival?

One grand prize winner to be announced in the October 30th edition of The Pioneer. Submit your answer to ads@columbiavalleypioneer.com or drop off at The Pioneer office, #8 1008 - 8th Avenue, Invermere, BC to be entered into our draw.

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October 9, 2015

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21

First-hand float

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

“Do you want 90 minutes?”

I paused. An hour and a half seemed like a long time to lie awake in the darkness.

Do Nothing Floatation Centre coowner Dustin Penner sensed my hesitancy over the phone and encouraged me to enjoy a longer float instead of 45 minutes or even an hour.

“The people who go in for an hour, you can see it on their faces, in their aura, that little bit of time makes a huge difference,” he said. “Ninety minutes and they’ve relaxed in ways they never have before, like they’ve gone on a mini vacation.”

It was all the prodding I needed. In the two days leading up to my float, I had plans to bike the Moonraker Trails in Golden, camp overnight, then hike the Iceline Trail in Yoho National Park. My body could probably use some extra relaxation after that, I decided. My first float had been 60 minutes. When I stepped into the tub for the first time, I’ll admit I was a little apprehensive, but as soon as I laid back in the water, my body easily floated to the surface, supported by 1,000 pounds of healing Epson salts in just 10 inches of warm liquid. The experience, at first eery, soon gave way to utter peace and calm. The hour had flown by and before I knew it, it was over. I had to go back.

The day of my second appointment, I was feeling a little tired and sore from my trip. Walking into Do Nothing, I was immediately greeted by the big, warm smile of Dustin’s partner, Meredith, who helped prep me for my float: No clothes, must wear provided ear plugs, must shower beforehand, must remove all jewelry, drinking water provided as well as slippers, a bamboo robe and an optional neck pillow, don’t touch your face once you’re in the tub and, above all, relax!

Turning off the lights and lying back in the warm water, my mind immediately began working overtime, taking stock of my new situation of being engulfed in darkness and silence while experiencing weightlessness all at once.

But after what seemed like ten minutes, the peace and stillness of the room began to permeate my thoughts and I relaxed, beginning to feel my body twitch as different muscles released, one after the next, no longer having to work against gravity. The sensation of weightlessness became more

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Photo by Nicole Trigg comfortable and pleasurable as the minutes ticked by. Without having to deal with any stimulation, my mind drifted off into rarely visited memories and thoughts that I hardly have time for in my busy life.

“You switch into the theta state,” Meredith had said, noting that some people use float tanks for insomnia. “People can fall asleep. One hour in there is the equivalent to four hours of REM sleep.”

As I lay there, focusing on letting go of tension and breathing like I do in meditation, time seemed to expand, like a big cavern of endless space.

Where I went in my mind, I don’t know, but I do recall coming back, returning to my physical body and reaching out for the sides of the tub to make sure they were still there. Oh, good, there they are.

Then I’d settle back in and, within minutes, would float away again. This cycle continued several times and I was grateful Dustin had convinced me to book the hour and a half. Luxuriating in the freedom from time and space, I can definitely say some kind of deep inner healing was taking place, not just physcially, but in an emotional sense as well. When the sound of ocean waves and new age music playing over the underwater speakers raised me out of my reverie, I knew it was time to go, but stepping out of the tub and feeling utterly revived, I was already planning my third float.

I think I’m hooked.

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October 9, 2015

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The Doctors of Chisel Peak Medical Clinic are pleased to announce that

Dr. Keith Weber has joined their clinic.

Dr. Weber will be taking over Dr. Francois Louw’s practice.

He will also be accepting patients that currently do not have a family doctor.

Dr. Weber was born and raised in Saskatchewan. He attended Medical School at University of Saskatoon and did his residency training at University of Calgary. He spent the first seven (7) years of his Medical Career working for the Canadian Armed Forces.

Dr. Weber also spent 8 months in Afghanistan as the Officer in Command of the Canadians working at the Trauma Centre.

He acted as one of the five (5) Trauma Team Leaders.

After his career with the Department of National Defense, Dr. Weber worked as a full-time Emergency Medicine doctor in New Brunswick for three (3) years. During his time living in New Brunswick he and his family spent the majority of their winters in Golden, B.C. Eventually the beauty of the Columbia Valley convinced him and his family to move here full-time. He has a special interest in the use of nutrition for preventing disease, weight loss, supporting cancer treatments, as well as reversing high blood pressure, atherosclerotic heart disease and diabetes.

Dr. Weber has moved here with his wife and young family.

Although he grew up in the flattest place in Canada, he and his family have a passion for skiing.

Heart of the Rockies bill waived for one more year

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Invermere’s committee of the whole agreed to recommend that Invermere council waive the fees for bylaw officer services charged to Heart of the Rockies triathlon organizers Bruce Stroud and Sandra Boot, who appeared before the committee at its last meeting protesting the bill.

Mr. Stroud and Ms. Boot brought the bill — which totalled more than $700, including $420 for the services of District of Invermere bylaw officer Mark Topliff during the summer event — to the Tuesday, October 6th committee of the whole meeting, saying they were surprised and upset to have received it, since a similar fee has not been charged for similar services in recent years.

“It’s a $420 bill — $70 an hour for six hours and he (Mr. Topliff) wasn’t there for six hours,” said Mr. Stroud.

“I don’t understand why the bill should be that much.”

Invermere chief administrative officer Chris Prosser pointed out that although Mr. Topliff makes about $15 an hour for his work, the commissionaire charges about $30 a hour for Mr. Topliff’s time, and that work on the weekend (when the triathlon was held) would probably be considered overtime, paid out at either time and a half, or quite likely at double time.

Several committee of the whole members pointed out that it is district policy to give breaks on fees to notfor-profit operations, but to charge full fees to for-profit groups, and that as a for-profit business venture, the Heart of the Rockies was not being treated any differently than other for-profit operations in Invermere.

“As a commercial operator, I don’t sympathize. I can feel for you in that you didn’t expect this cost, but sometimes when you run a business, you have to take the lumps that come with that, even unexpected ones,” said councillor Justin Atterbury.

“Those are pretty big lumps,” responded Ms. Boot, adding the event attracts a lot of people to the valley during the weekend it is held, which is of benefit to the whole town.

“You do put on a great event, but you’ve been getting a great deal,” said Mr. Atterbury pointing out that Heart of the Rockies has not paid the fee for several years when it should have and, in that respect, it is getting a steep discount on its fees.

Mr. Stroud and Ms. Boot pointed out that under previous councils for a period of about seven years or so, Heart of the Rockies had made a $350 donation to the Mt. Nelson Athletic Park, for which, in return, the district had waived fees. Mr. Prosser concurred, but added the agreement had not been in place for the past few years and that there had been no donations for the past few years.

Councillor Paul Denchuk sided with Mr. Stroud, saying “we should keep supporting this event. It’s a great draw and we need to keep it in town. Whether it’s a notfor-profit group or a for-profit business, to me, we can’t justify a surprise bill by saying there hasn’t been a bill for a number of years, so you got a break then, and now you have to pay this year. The rules weren’t clear and I have a problem with that.” Mr. Denchuk eventually put forward a motion to give the couple a full discount on the bill this year, with the expectation that Mr. Stroud and Ms. Boot will then pay the fee starting next year.

“I don’t think our charge out rates are that bad. I think the surprise element is what’s the issue here,” said councillor Al Miller, adding he felt that the full discount proposed by Mr. Denchuk might not be appropriate since Heart of the Rockies is a for-profit business that generates revenue. Mr. Miller then put forward an amendment to Mr. Denchuk’s motion, that the couple should get a 50 per cent discount on the bill this year, and expect to starting paying the full amount next year.

Invermere mayor Gerry Taft then called a vote on the 50 per cent amendment, which was defeated, and then a vote on the original full discount motion, which was also defeated. Either vote needed at least three council members in favour to pass, but with two councillors in favour of the 50 per cent discount, another two in favour of the full discount and one councillor in favour of no discount, no resolution was reached.

“So what do we do now?” asked Mr. Taft. In response, Mr. Miller said he would change his position to one of favour for a full discount, meaning the original full-discount motion was then passed.

Since the matter was dealt with at a committee of the whole meeting, it is not yet officially settled. The committee will pass on a recommendation to Invermere council for a full discount, and council will discuss and vote on the matter at a future council meeting.

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22nd – COPPER POINT RESORT

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This event always sells out. Don’t be disappointed buy your tickets ASAP. $70 + GST. Call 250-342-2844 to order tickets.

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Most ‘local’ story wins free lunch

By Pioneer Staff The opening of Circle Cafe this summer coincided with owner Pete Bourke’s 40th birthday. So he and his wife, co-owner Sarah Bourke, decided to run a “40th Birthday Contest”, where people could tell their story of what they did when they turned 40 or what they planned on doing when the time came.

For Pete, it was “grew a beard and opened a Cafe (for starters)”....

After reading through all of the wonderful entries, stories, experiences and plans, the Bourkes settled on Courtney Allen as the entry that won the prize of a free lunch. Courtney’s entry was for an upcoming birthday plan and what really struck them as special was the way she planned on celebrating all things local. She plans on having a great birthday bash at a local establishment with years of history, surrounded by friends, great hospitality and live music.

“For us, it was great to read about her love for our area where she chooses to ring in her 40th year!” said Pete.

Circle Cafe will be announcing a new contest very soon. Check their website, www.circlecafe.ca, for more information. “One thing we can share with LOCAL LOVE — Courtney Allen collects her prize of a lunch you is that it will be a team/group contest this time on the house from Pete Bourke for winning Circle Cafe’s 40th around!” said Pete.

Birthday Contest.

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BRITISH COLUMBIA LAND ACT

Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that The Skyline Hikers of the Canadian Rockies, represented by Cheryl Olson of Box 34172 Westbrook RPO, Calgary, Alberta T3C 3W2 has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Kootenay Region, for a License of Occupation under the Adventure Tourism Policy to undertake day hikes (including camp facility and staging area) situated on Provincial Crown Land located in Whiteman Pass (The Whiteman Camp is approximately 48 km from Invermere at 51 degrees East of North, adjacent to Banff National Park) and containing a camp facility of 2.1 hectares or less.

The Lands File for this application is 4405632. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to FrontCounter BC, 1902 Theatre Road, Cranbrook BC V1C 7G1 or email to: AuthorizingAgency.Cranbrook@gov.bc.ca. Comments will be received

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Residents complain about smell of coffee roasting in neighbourhood specifically named) had been forced to relocate from the Industrial Park due to public pressure about the smell.

“We do not have a smell bylaw,” added Mr. Prosser.

Complaints about smell generated by Invermere mayor Gerry Taft’s Stolen Church coffee roasting busiCouncillor Paul Denchuk pointed out that even if ness were the subject of discussion at the most recent the district did adopt a smell bylaw, the subjective nature of deciding what is a bad smell and what is not would council meeting.

Council, at its Tuesday, September 8th meeting, make such a bylaw quite hard to fairly enforce.

“From the council’s perspective, as far as this coffee talked about four complaints filed this past July (noted in Invermere bylaw officer Mark Topliff’s August bylaw roasting business (Mr. Taft’s) goes, we need to just tell the bylaw officer to make report) about the smell generated by a local busisure he (Mr. Taft) has a “As far as the town is concerned, the business is clean site,” said Mr. Denness on 10th Avenue. fully compliant with all our bylaws...” chuk.

The name of the busi“As far as the town is ness owner, as per District Greg Anderson concerned, the business of Invermere policies, had Invermere councillor been blacked out on the is fully compliant with all our bylaws and regulations complaint forms to make and we do not have a bylaw it anonymous (and correspondingly making council’s decision as objective as for smell,” said councillor Greg Anderson, adding that possible), but there was little doubt as to the subject of pretty wraps up the matter from council’s point of view.

Mr. Anderson also pointed out that, from what he the complaints, as Invermere mayor Gerry Taft left the room and sat out the discussion before it began to avoid understands from the bylaw officer Mr. Topliff’s report, the residents who filed the complaints have not yet any conflict of interest.

“Coffee roasting is unique in the smell it cre- even brought up the issue with Mr. Taft and suggested ates,” said Invermere chief administrative offi- that perhaps the residents could try just simply talking cer Chris Prosser, adding that, in the past, anoth- with Mr. Taft to share their concern and try to work er coffee roasting business (which, again, was not out a solution.

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff

. . . ‘Westside’ from page 3 “We’re happy with what we’ve accomplished in the past nine months. It’s pretty good progress compared with other trails, so you can certainly say the project is going well. The support we’ve had from the community has been great.”

Greenways has been installing a dozen signs along Westside Road to show where the trail will be physically.

The group will soon launch an extensive social media campaign and plans to hold three or four events on Westside Road, drawing attention to the project, in 2016.

It has assembled a fundraising committee that is targeting corporate donations in the metropolitan areas of Alberta and B.C. They’ve also established a corporate or large donor campaign (published on the website); and are now developing a community-based household campaign.

In addition, Greenways has identified 28 grant opportunities to be applied for in the next 12 months and will be looking for volunteers to construct benches, picnic areas, kiosks and or to help with services such as bridge construction.

The latest updated trail overview on the Greenways website has construction of the trail hopefully beginning in 2016 and wrapping up in 2017, with 50 per cent of the financing coming from private and corporate donors and the other 50 per cent coming from grants and other federal and provincial funding.

The total value of the trail (including donated land, services, cash, as well as construction costs) is about $5 million.

The overview lists several unique donor options, including the right to name/brand the trail (one opportunity for $1 million); the chance to “buy a kilometre of trail” (25 opportunities for $100,000 each); the chance to brand a trailhead kiosk (two opportunities for $50,000 each); the chance to sponsor a picnic area (five opportunities for $20,000 each); the chance to sponsor a bench (15 opportunities for $5,000 each); and the chance to “buy a metre of trail” (many opportunities, $200 each). Greenways has already made headway on the fundraising, having sold one of the 25 “buy a kilometre of trail” opportunities, and 14 of the 15 bench sponsor opportunities.

To learn more check out www.greenways.ca or look up the Greenways Facebook page.

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October 9, 2015 Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce 651 Hwy 93/95 • P.O. Box 1019, Invermere, V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-342-2844 • Email: info@cvchamber.ca www.cvchamber.ca

✔ Advocacy and education ✔ Networking ✔ Communication

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s B.C. marks Small Business Month this October, the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the vital role small businesses play in the Columbia Valley.

and business service provider partners to visit as many businesses as possible to gain a better understanding of the local business community and to identify issues to resolve or opportunities to pursue, that will benefit and grow the local economy.

• Renovations — Yes, we are about to embark on more renovations. Starting this month, the CVCC/Lions hall, boardroom and visitor centre washrooms are getting painted and polished. This project is the beginning of the Canada 150 Infrastructure Grant that we were awarded in the summer. Work on the land around our building will commence in the spring.

“Small businesses make up a major part of the Columbia Valley’s business community and play a critical role in driving our local economy and creating jobs,” said Susan Clovechok, executive director of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce. “Small Business Month is a great opportunity for our community to celebrate these hard-working businesses that bring great ideas and entrepreneurial spirit to our communities.”

As a member of the BC Chamber of Commerce, the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce is part of active advocacy to support small businesses, including: • the creation of and implementation of B.C.’s Small Business Accord; • cutting red tape by taking thousands of business out of the Multi-Material BC recycling regulation and working to implement mobile business licences in regions across the province; • continued advocacy for lower municipal business taxes.

As well, the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce is a dedicated advocate for the business community at the local level. Some of our recent work includes: • Temporary Foreign Worker Program impact meetings; • representing the Columbia Valley on the Workforce Steering Committee; • workforce shortage mitigation strategies; • local first point of contact for Invest Kootenay. Working with businesses and potential investors through www. investkootenay.com/invest-in/columbia-valley-bc; • meeting with potential investors to introduce them to the community; • running workshops to increase the business capacity of

The finalists for the 16th Annual Columbia Valley Business Excellence Awards.

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our members; a very active Tourism Marketing Committee that meets every Wednesday. This committee identifies projects that tourism stakeholders collaborate on to attract visitors to the Columbia Valley. Recent projects include: tourism marketing videos (copies and links are available to all members to utilize in their marketing); Event and Meeting Planner familiarity (fam) trip; media fams; umbrella branding of winter events and fall event; being a member of the Economic Development Practitioners Network; being a member of the Residential Attraction and Retention Committee.

Some of the new initiatives that we are working on include: • DesignAssist — In November, we are launching a new value-added service for businesses who need basic graphic and web design support on a scale that wouldn’t be economically viable for larger design businesses.

• Business Walk — During the afternoon of November 12th, we are holding a Business Walk. We will be inviting local government representatives, Chamber members

Events that are happening this month to celebrate Small Business Month include:

Value Maximizing & Tax Minimizing for Small and Medium Size Business Tuesday, October 20th from 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The first part of this seminar introduces some general principles of valuation and reviews different methods used for valuing business. The second part of this seminar talks about the business cycle and considerations required to increase value. At the CVCC Lions Hall.

17th Annual Columbia Valley Business Excellence Awards Thursday, October 22nd from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of celebration and acknowledgement as we come together as a business community to celebrate business excellence within the Columbia Valley. Entertaining us this year will be the award winning magician and comedian Clayton Gray. This year’s award artist will be revealed at the event. To really celebrate Small Business Month support and promote local businesses by shopping, buying and eating locally. At Copper Point Resort.

For more information go to www.cvchamber or call the chamber at 250-342-2844.

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22nd – COPPER POINT RESORT

www.TheColumbiaValley.ca

This event always sells out. Don’t be disappointed buy your tickets ASAP. $70 + GST. Call 250-342-2844 to order tickets.

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October 9, 2015 Invermere Home Hardware building centre 9980 Arrow Road, Invermere 250-342-6908

✔ Great customer service ✔ Friendly and knowledgeable staff ✔ Large selection of merchandise

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COLLEGE OF THE ROCKIES 2-1535 14th Street, Invermere 250-342-3210 (PHONE) 250-342-9221 (FAX) invermere@cotr.bc.ca www.cotr.bc.ca/Invermere

✔ Community programming for all ages ✔ Full-time programs and short-term courses ✔ Centrally-located campus

Helping Educate the Columbia Valley Community

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he College of the Rockies (COTR) Invermere campus is located in the hub of the Columbia Valley, perfectly situated to meet the needs of the valley community with a variety of programming for all ages.

The campus supports students in full-time programs including Health Care Assistant, Hairstylist Program and Older Worker Initiative Program as well as short-term industry, career and personal development courses.

“We can create customized and cost-effective contract training for industry, organizations or businesses. If a course is not currently offered, campus staff can often track down qualified instructors and build programs to provide the necessary training,” said Michelle Taylor, Program Co-ordinator of Continuing Education.

With over 60 Continuing Education programs focused on working, playing, living and learning, the college has a course for almost every interest, from language, art and photography to customer service, computers and first aid.

Equipped with five classrooms and two computer labs, the college is able to extend its campus thanks to a building-sharing arrangement with David Thompson Secondary School.

“We can utilize the high school art room, kitchen, textile

classroom and theatre to expand our college classrooms,” said Michelle. “We have teleconferencing available where we can conference in lecturers from just about anywhere, as well as providing offsite courses to contract groups.

Established in 1975, College of the Rockies main campus is located in Cranbrook. In The popular Older Worker Initiative Program at COTR is addition to the Injust one of many choices for full- or part-time students. vermere location, regional campuses are also located in Creston, Fernie, Gold- ly 2,200 students in a variety of academic, vocational and en and Kimberley. Each regional campus offers programs trades programs.

For more information about the Invermere campus and specific to the needs of its community, including tourism and health, upgrading, contract training and continuing the programming offered, stop by for a visit or go to www. education. Each year the College instructs approximate- cotr.bc.ca/invermere.

4 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer – Small Business Month Stuart Tutty Financial Services Inc. 3-906 8th Avenue, PO Box 9 Invermere BC V0A 1K0 250-342-9052 (Phone) 250-342-6250 (Fax) 250-341-7171 (Cell)

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October 9, 2015 ✔ Over 40 years combined experience ✔ Insurance/investments ✔ Money for life

“Our Family Helping Your Family…”

tuart Tutty, an advisor for Sun Life Financial, is excited about the addition to his firm.

His daughter Rhiannon has joined him at Stuart Tutty Financial Services (STFS), located in Invermere, B.C. “Of course I am very excited to have my daughter working with me, but more than that, I think professionally we create that perfect partnership of experience and innovation,” stated Stuart.

He added, “It is wonderful that this joint venture gives continuity to our clients, allowing our firm to care for our clients far into the future.”

Rhiannon is joining STFS after running her own successful bookkeeping company for the past 12 years. In addition, she teaches different financial and business classes for the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) and at the College of the Rockies.

“Becoming a financial advisor alongside Dad was a logical transition for me,” Rhiannon explained. “I have been working with people and their finances for my whole career. Between bookkeeping and teaching, it seems I have been ‘advising’ people for as long as I can remember.

I am so excited to now be able to help people reach their goals — not only their professional ones, but now their personal ones as well!”

As Sun Life agents, Stuart and Rhiannon offer many financial products, including Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Health and Disability Insurance as well as growth and saving options including Mutual Funds, Segregate Funds, Annuities and GICs. “A financial advisor works with the clients, getting to fully know their needs and then direct them to the best pathway to realize their goals,” Stuart explained. “At STFS, ‘Our family helping your family…’ is what we are all about. We really do care about them and their futures.”

Ambiente

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Stuart Tutty Financial has a new face on the team.

Ambiente Home Design Elements 926 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-4406

✔ Locally-owned ✔ Community-minded ✔ Socially conscious

Caring for the community in a whole new way

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any positive changes took place in Ambiente over the past 20 months, but the one constant is, of course, our purpose and the good feeling customers get in supporting Ambiente.

What is our purpose, you ask? Our sole purpose is to generate funds to augment services delivered by the Family Resource Centre of Invermere, recently renamed Family Dynamix. The organization provides a wide variety of community programs, such as Family Support and Counselling, Women’s Outreach, Youth Programs, Employment Help, Affordable Housing, Better at Home for seniors, and many other services. It has been around since 1988 and is sustained with a diversified funding stream from provincial and federal Ministries to Columbia Basin Trust, Interior Health and local donations to name a few.

Family Dynamix is invaluable to the hundreds of people who come through the doors every year. With this unique business concept, Ambiente gives people the opportunity to support the community they love in a whole new way.

What changes have taken place at Ambiente? We have grown into the space that was available to us, designating new areas of lighting, ready-made drapery panels and drapery hardware; uprooted our kitchenware into a different part of the store; created an area for choosing custom fabrics and furniture and for assistance to anyone needing

help with designing their own space. We love to create a fresh look as often as possible, something our regular customers have come to appreciate.

What’s new in Ambiente? We have increased the number of local artisans that supply Ambiente. Clever and witty signs by Bugaboo Designs; personal body products by Om Organics; baby blankets, wash cloths and, soon, cushion covers by Oneberrie; knitted dishcloths by J9 Designs; cards and art by Victoria Page; and barnwood mirrors by Chester Allen are all from Invermere. Cards by Elizabeth Segstro of Radium and crates, trays and coffee tables by Kootenay Crate Co. out of Creston round out the selection of wellmade, original and sought-after new products.

Along with custom furniture made in B.C. by Tree Fever and True North and old windowpane mirrors from Trail, several other Canadian-made suppliers grace our floors: Springwater Furniture from Ontario; handmade, natural soaps from Soap Rebel, Sooke, B.C.; and jewelry by Brenda Futa of Toronto. Christmas (and Thanksgiving!) Crackers and do-it-yourself Crackers from Gillian Crackers, Ontario and handmade wool dryer balls from Lambs Run Farm, Nova Scotia will soon arrive.

We were recently visited by one of our supplier’s representatives and this is what she had to say: “Being a rep... I get to see almost every single gift store in the B.C. Interior. I am always thrilled to visit Ambiente — it is a pleasure every single visit. Ambiente is one of my top three favorite bou-

A fresh coat of paint has brightened up the old church, complete with pink doors to add a cheery note to the entrance. tique stores in the entire B.C. Interior!”

None of this would have been possible without the hard work, dedication and combined efforts of our staff, volunteers and DIY experts, who work tirelessly with enthusiam!

There is no doubt that Ambiente gains momentum with each passing month. Good things take time and we believe that with time, we can help to make many good things happen for the people of this community.

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October 9, 2015 Napa Auto Parts 150 Industrial Road #2 Invermere 250-342-4400

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✔ One year in business ✔ Friendly staff ✔ Daily delivery service

First year a success!

n November 2014, Ross and Michelle Bidinger opened a NAPA Auto Parts store in the Invermere Industrial Park and they are pleased with the community support they’ve received in their first year.

“This was our first year as owners of the Napa auto parts store,” Ross said. “and we are looking forward to serving the community for many more years to come.”

Napa auto parts has a North american-wide warranty on parts, and sells accessories for all makes and models of vehicles, from new to old.

“Small engine parts, snowmobiles, aTVs, bikes, we try and find it all,” Ross said. “With our overnight deliveries from other stores, we strive to get the parts you need as quickly as possible. If you need it, we try our best that you get it. If we don’t have it, we’ll try and find it.”

Napa also is equipped to make and repair hydraulic hoses, made to order in-store.

“Customer service is our number one goal,” Ross said. “We have a great staff. Each one brings something to the counter that makes us stand out above the rest.”

Napa offers daily delivery service from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Regular operating hours are Mondays to Fridays, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you with all your automotive needs,” said Ross.

Napa’s friendly staff will help you find what you need. Left to right are Michelle and Ross Bidinger, Twyla Rad, Kris Deren, Lerissa McLaughlin and the mascot of the office, Ziggy. Missing from the photo are al Jackson and Jaidi Charette.

Walker’s Auto Repair 141 Industrial Road #2, Invermere 250-342-9424 walkersrepair@mechanicnet.com

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✔ 25 years in business ✔ Wide selection of services ✔ Knowledgeable staff

Celebrating 25 years

alkers Auto Repair is a complete automotive garage — no job is too big or small. It offers a number of services to its customers, including ICBC glass repair, out-ofprovince vehicle inspections, auto body repairs and painting.

Owner Ross Bidinger opened Walker’s Repair in 1990, making this his 25th year of serving the Columbia Valley with professional experience and knowledge.

“We always want our customers to leave with a positive feeling that we have done everything we could for them,’’ Ross said. “We are ‘safety first’ — you leave Walker’s knowing your vehicle is safe.”

Having your vehicle maintained on a regular basis is important, he advised.

“You don’t want to get stranded on your next road trip,” Ross said. “Get your car or truck serviced at Walker’s and travel with peace of mind.”

Ross is joined by his staff Cody Staham, James Jefferson, Mike Bidinger, John Kennedy, Alex Noga and Jeanie Futa.

Walkers Auto Repair is open Monday to Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Walker’s Auto Repair employees (left to right); Cody Statham, James Jefferson and Alex Vaga.

Missing; John Kennedy, Jeanie Futa and owner Ross Bidinger.

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Dr. Mike Baker ND 505A 7th Avenue Invermere 250-342-1457

October 9, 2015 ✔ Effective complementary medicine ✔ Advanced laboratory testing ✔ Natural health care that pairs well with medical treatments

Providing Complementary Healthcare for the Columbia Valley

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t its core, Dr. Mike Baker’s job is to “find the root cause of a patient’s problems beneath many different layers of symptoms, and then guide him or her toward a healthier lifestyle.”

In his naturopathic practice, Dr. Baker blends science-based therapies with holistic treatments proven effective throughout history.

“I graduated with a master’s degree in molecular biology and, with this scientific background, the treatment plans I suggest to patients are evidence-based, research-proven, and clinically effective.”

Naturopathic doctors are trained to restore balance by treating the cause of an illness and considering all the factors in one’s health: medical history, lifestyle, environment, diet, mental health, genetics and symptoms. With this well-rounded approach and many therapeutic options available, Dr. Baker notes that symptoms are quick to resolve and less likely to recur.

Dr. Baker uses a blend of medicinal approaches when caring for his patients.

“Although I believe in the healing power of nature, I won’t hesitate to use antibiotics and other

pharmaceuticals where absolutely necessary.”

He also works well with medical doctors because he is licensed to prescribe.

“This means I understand the medications that patients are on, and I know potential interactions between pharmaceuticals and natural products.”

Services provided by Dr. Baker include acupuncture, intravenous (IV) and injectable therapies, prescription of both supplements and pharmaceutical drugs, pediatric care, nutritional analysis and counselling, and a variety of diagnostic tests including advanced blood tests, food sensitivities, hormones and heavy metals.

First-time patients are invited to a free 15-minute meet-and-greet to learn more about naturopathic medicine.

Following this, Dr. Baker will book a “first visit” for further consultation and the beginning of treatment. In this hour-long consultation, Dr. Baker reviews a patient’s intake form and focuses on patient health history, current medical concerns, and short and long-term health goals.

Using this information, Dr. Baker creates a personalized treatment plan and a timeline for future visits.

For more information, visit Dr. Baker’s website at www.drmikebaker.ca or call 250-342-1457.

Mr. V’s Italian grill 1470 Highway 93/95 at the skookum inn, Windermere 778-526-5152

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Dr. Mike Baker ND combines his scientific background in molecular biology with naturopathic medicine when caring for patients.

✔ Family friendly atmosphere ✔ Signature dishes ✔ Open year-round

Taste of Little Italy in the Valley

r. V’s Italian Grill was introduced to the valley this past spring by veteran restaurateur Steve Valenti. Mr. V’s is a licensed breakfast, lunch and dinner establishment open yearround, seven days a week, featuring a family-friendly atmosphere.

The restaurant provides, as Mr. Valenti says, “a real authentic taste of Little Italy in the Valley.” Italian-born and Canadian-raised, Mr. Valenti has owned and operated restaurants throughout Canada and the United States, and is excited to be one of the valley’s true culinary delights.

Signature dishes at Mr. V’s will include homemade desserts (cheese cakes, layered chocolate cakes, and summertime gelatos), and seafood-inspired main dishes such as his Linguini Pescatore and Fettuccini Mare e Monte — both requiring a love for seafood to fully appreciate.

Conscious of not being labelled a pizzeria, Mr. V’s will still serve several traditional Neapolitan-style square pizzas from a stone oven; a technique that Mr. Valenti was an early adopter of in Western Canada over the course of his career.

For ingredients, Mr. Valenti uses only high quality pasta from Italy, and makes his own pasta for his lasagna and cannelloni dishes. Most of the produce used is locally grown, and the fresh veal and Italian items such as prosciutto ham are brought in once a week from Calgary. Every main dish on Mr. V’s menu is made fresh to order, when it’s ordered.

It is not uncommon to see Mr.V come out of the kitchen to discuss the specific ingredients with a diner, especially the gluten-free menu (almost everything on the menu can be made gluten-free).

Mr. V’s Italian Grill provides its customers “affordable, good quality, homestyle Italian food in a no frills, fun family atmosphere.”

For more about the restaurant, check out Mr.V’s website at www.mrvsgrill.com.

Mr. V’s in Windermere guarantees an authentic Italian experience with the finest made dishes everyone will love.

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October 9, 2015 Circle Café Unit 102, 926 - 7th Avenue, Invermere pete@circlecafe.ca 778-526-5150

✔ Local and organic ✔ Super friendly team ✔ Comfortable meeting space

Cozy café caters to health conscious

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ete and Sarah Bourke opened the Circle Café, conveniently located in Invermere’s cozy Frater Landing, in July 2015.

The husband-and-wife team expanded their Circle Health Foods store to offer customers a healthy option for meals in Invermere’s downtown.

“We always wanted to do more with the health food store than the space allowed. Opening a café was a natural choice,” commented Sarah.

The duo has taken an approach that encourages their customers to support local businesses and eat healthy, organic foods.

“We support as many local (food sup-

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pliers) as we can. Edible Acres, Kootenay Meadows cheese, Patty’s Greenhouse tomatoes and organic items from our health food store.”

The café stocks products from Schoni Artisan Breads, Saunders Family Farm, Invermere Bakery, Valley Foods and Mountain Range Foods. Beverages offered include Kicking Horse Coffee, organic kombucha and smoothies.

New for the fall, Circle Café is pleased to announce the approval of a liquor licence, which will be in place by the end of October. The Café is also taking Christmas party bookings now for over the winter holidays.

The Café’s fall hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays, and 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays and holidays.

✔ Exceptional service ✔ Professional staff ✔ Commitment to the community

K-5 Mechanical #3-140 Industrial Road #2 Invermere 250-342-9316

Caring for the valley’s vehicles

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-5 Mechanical is a fullservice automotive repair shop serving the Columbia Valley since first opening in 1993.

Fred Kinsey, a licensed mechanic, has repaired vehicles in the valley since 1977.

Fred, his wife Wendy, and their son Richard love providing outstanding customer service and make it a top priority.

The Kinseys are lifetime valley residents and passionate community supporters.

“With minimal public transit in the valley, we know how important functioning vehicles are to valley residents and visitors,” says Richard.

K-5 is a Safety Inspection Facility and offers a wide range of automotive repairs including front suspensions, air conditioning, exhaust systems, drive lines, engines and more.

“Our shop has three hoists, fully computerized scanning and diagnostic tools, and electronic equipment to repair the most complex problems,” comments Richard.

RONA North Star Hardware & Building Supplies 410 Borden Street, Invermere 250-342-6226

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K-5 Mechanical offers all the latest technology for diagnosing and repairing even the most complex mechanical problems.

Fast repairs, honest pricing and happy customers are what K-5 strives for.

K-5 is affiliated with Signature Tire. This relationship enables K-5 to provide a variety of tire brands at competitive prices.

Free pick-up and delivery of vehicles is also offered.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged. Regular shop hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays by appointment.

✔ Committed to customer satisfaction ✔ Professional sales staff ✔ Competitive pricing

A cut above the rest

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Since its founding in 1981, Pharmasave has focused on building a national platform of community-based retail outlets designed to provide customers with exceptional service, products and advice.

The Invermere Pharmasave, co-owned

by Keith Irwin and Alicia Shanks, operates independently. About a year and a half ago, the co-owners decided to extend business hours and they remain open on Sundays.

A full range of health and beauty products are available. Mr. Irwin and Ms. Shanks ensure that programs and services they offer are tailored to the needs of customers and that a commitment to helping all customers is established and communicated effectively.

Pharmasave is also pleased to announce the upcoming opening of new store space directly below its current location. Aiming for a November grand opening, the new store will focus on spe-

This family-owned enterprise offers quality products and helpful friendly service. Allied with RONA, the company carries RONA’s quality line of hardware products.

Products offered include building materials and components such as lumber, plywood, trusses, beams, doors, windows, siding and roofing. The paint department offers computerized colour matching capability.

For the lawn and garden department, the company supplies tools, seeds, fertilizer, soil, landscaping stones, and seed and bedding plants in season.

Notable for 2015, North Star was pleased to offer customers an additional new mill (band saw). The on-site sawmill has the ability to custom cut beams and timbers to variable specifications.

Manager Chris Corey is also pleased to announce that, planned for mid-January

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orth Star Hardware & Building Supplies Ltd. has been serving the Windermere Valley for over 50 years.

Co-owner Keith Irwin is looking forward to the opening of the new expansion featuring a new lab and mobility devices. cialty home health care. Products on offer will include wheelchairs, scooters, sports medicine equipment, aids for daily living, adaptive equipment and much more.

“We wanted our customers from Cranbrook to Golden to have a local option for their specialty home health care products, so we are really excited to fulfill this need and occupy the space in the Chisel Peak Medical Building’s lower level,” commented Ms. Shanks.

The new store will also feature a brand new compounding lab for preparing specialty-compounded medicines made on site from basic, pure ingredients.

North Star Hardware’s new mill new provides customers with made-to-order products. of 2016, the store will be rolling out a “newly upgraded computer system that will enable all of our customers, primarily targeting our contracting clientele, the ability to place inventory orders, and pull invoicing online at any time of the day.”

The upgrade will make transactions much more efficient for North Star’s clients.

“It’s all about better serving our customers’ needs so that if he/she wants to place an inventory order at 8 p.m., we will receive it in the morning and have it ready for pick-up as soon as possible.”

North Star also offers free take-off, estimating and quote service. For more information, visit www.nstarhw.ca/index.html.

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“Being credit union-owned, it is part of our culture to give back to the communities where we operate,” said Kootenay Insurance Services CEO John Sullivan.

The Invermere branch is pleased to welcome this year Cindy MacKay to the role of work supervisor. Cindy joined the staff after thirteen years of service at Invermere’s Westland Insurance. She is joined by Cranbrook and Kimberley branch managers Tammy Reid and Maureen Sorensen in offering protection to Columbia Valley residents and businesses.

“I’m excited to be at Kootenay Insurance. It gives me an opportunity to offer my clients new products with several different companies,” said Ms. MacKay. Whether it’s coverage for a house, condominium, auto, business or travelling, they will help identify the policy that will best suit your particular insurance needs, customized to meet your requirements and tailored to reflect your budget.

“Our experienced professional staff will shop our available insurance markets to solve your insurance needs and provide affordable coverage,” said Mr. Sullivan.

This past May, Kootenay Insurance Services was happy to announce the addition of Family Insurance Solutions to its portfolio of companies. Established in 1989, Family Insurance was created to provide Home and Auto coverage to B.C. residents. The staff encourage you to contact any one of the KIS locations to see how Family’s Optional Vehicle Coverages compare.

Depending on the product, Kootenay Insurance Services’ competitive packages can be conveniently financed with an affordable pre-authorized monthly payment plan. Free, no-obligation quotes can be requested through the website, which also provides indepth descriptions on Kootenay Insurance Services insurance products.

The Invermere branch is open Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

For more information, visit www.kootenayinsurance.ca.

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What progress has been made on the trail so far?

• Trail routing has been flagged, surveyed and all the land for the 25 km route was permanently donated by private landowners • The Regional District of East Kootenay is making the trail into a regional park and will provide liability and maintenance in perpetuity • The construction permit has been issued for the sections of the trail requiring routing through BC Ministry of Transportation Right-Of-Ways • Over $600,000 of land, in-kind donations (gravel, consulting, engineering services, building

materials, equipment time) and cash has been secured, which has created a “shovel ready” project – now awaiting funding!

When will construction commence?

Construction is planned for early 2016 with completion dependent upon fundraising, anticipated to be completed in Fall 2017.

Will it be constructed all at once, or in sections so people can begin using it?

The project will be constructed in seven sections, and people will be able to use each section as construction is completed.

How does this trail compare to the Banff-Canmore or other paved trails?

The WLT will be a very natural experience (designed by Mother Nature) with stream crossings, panoramic vistas and bridges over wetlands to maintain a wilderness setting. As most of the trail is situated on private land, there are minimal

areas where the trail is close to highway traffic. It is not built upon a railroad bed so there will be more ups, downs and interesting landscapes to enjoy along the way. Each trail segment will be rated as Green (i.e. easy wheelchair use), Blue (a few hills for growing kids) and Black (steeper climbs for athletic training).

How can I help build the WLT? • Financial donations are accepted at www.greenways.ca/donate and charitable receipts are issued for donations of $50 and above.

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By Megan Peloso Pioneer Columnist Thank you to everyone who came out to pick up litter on the shoreline of Lake Windermere on September 27th. This event was co-ordinated by the Lake Windermere Ambassadors as part of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. A special thank you also to Rocky River Grill for once again offering a delicious lunch to the volunteers in appreciation for their hard work!

In just two hours, 20 participants collected 10 bags of litter, covering shores at Kinsmen Beach, James Chabot Provincial Park, Athalmer and Windermere Beach.

Among other materials, we removed visible foam pieces, cigarette butts, food wrappers and containers, plastic pieces and bags, construction materials, and glass from these sites. Returning volunteers remarked that there was less garbage to be found in beach areas than previous years.

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It is also home to hundreds of bird species, wildlife and fish that are drawn to the important habitat provided by the Columbia Wetlands. By making sure we dispose of litter safely in garbage bins, we are not just looking after the lake, we are also looking after our feathered, furry and underwater neighbours downstream.

Join the next shoreline cleanup, which will be held in the spring. We can always use the help! Contact Megan Peloso at 250-341-6898 or info@lakeambassadors.ca.

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Abel Creek project a success, fish spotted upstream suitable for procreating.

“There’s a better habitat above the barrier than there was below it,” continued Mr. Mitchell-Banks. “It’s steeper After three years of research and going up to the barrier and once you’re planning, the Lake Windermere District above the barrier on Johnson Road, Rod and Gun Club recently spent apthen Abel Creek levels out and there’s proximately two days working to remove a much better spawning habitat than a man-made barrier that prevented fish there was below.” from swimming upstream to spawn at Mr. Mitchell-Banks believes the Abel Creek. outcome could positively impact the Lake Windermere District Rod Columbia Valley and its surroundings. and Gun Club volunteer Ben Mitchell“What it could mean is that in 20 Banks, who managed the Abel Creek years, which sounds like a long time, Fishery Enhancement Project, has since there would be four generational rotarecorded three species of fish moving tions of the Kokanee that we could see,” through the area.

“It means that there’s now four times FISH FREEDOM — Since a man-made barrier was recently removed in the section of Abel he said. “There could be a much larger more habitat for Kokanee, Salmon and Creek below 13th Avenue, bright red Kokanee have been spotted taking advantage of the new spawning population in that creek.”

Photo submitted But the scope of the project wasn’t Rainbow Trout than there was before,” 3,300 metres of habitat now available to them. always clearly defined. said Mr. Mitchell-Banks. “It was a manmade barrier so we, humans, created it and now it’s restored. What that will mean in “There were two challenges,” explained Mitchell-Banks. “One was getting the the future is those populations of fish that spawn in that system will be able to grow (federal and regional) funding (for the project) and all of the permits we needed because we had to get Water Act approvals.” in size.”

The Regional District of East Kootenay’s Kootenay Conservation Program contribPreviously, the fish were spawning below the barrier in 885 metres of the accessible stream, but they were blocked from accessing another 3,300 metres of usable habitat uted $5,000 plus the Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Recreational Fisheries Conservation above the barrier. Now, there’s hope that the fish will be able to spawn in the area lo- Partnerships Program contributed $11,000 to the Abel Creek Fish Enhancement Project.

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Akisqnuk soaks up success has passed, for a year,” said Ms. Earl, noting this year was not possible due to a recent bereavement. “But we hope to have them back again this season.”

The Ktunaxa Legend Nights are open to the pubLakeshore Resort and Campground recently relic at no cost. ceived the Outstanding Achievement Award in the “Usually the drummers and dancers are around if category of Community-Owned Business for the 2015 anybody wants to ask questions,” she said.

BC Aboriginal Business Awards.

The Lakeshore Resort and Campground has 61 The campground, which is located just a few kilofull-service sites (which includes 56 seasonally-leased), metres north of Fairmont Hot Springs on Lake Win66 non-serviced sites, six sites with electricity and five dermere and is owned by the Akisqnuk First Nation, tipis for overnight stays. has been working toward integrating with the ColumThe Lakeshore Resort and Campground was bia Valley business community. placed back under the Akisqnuk First Nation manage“This is an amazing award,” said Kaylene Earl, ment after several years of being operated by the NaLakeshore and Campground manager. “I feel quite OUTSTANDING BUSINESS — The Lakeshore Resort and tion’s now-disbanded development corporation. honoured, knowing that I could not have received it Campground was given top honours at the 2015 BC Aboriginal “I think it’s important that it’s communitywithout the whole team working toward it.”

Business Awards.

Photo submitted owned,” explained Ms. Earl. “Not only that, but the After applying for the award three years ago and fact that we employ band members and make a profit without a partner… it’s not an not placing, Ms. Earl was over the moon about this year’s results.

There have been many new developments including the construction of the Legacy easy task to be a community owned business.”

During the 2014 camping season, the Lakeshore Resort and Campground sold out six Hall, which has already been the setting for six weddings, a 100th birthday celebration, a retirement party and a celebration of life. The 1,800-square foot, open air, roofed gather- times compared to only once in 2012. Ms. Earl already has a waiting list for leased sites in the ing place was built by Akisqnuk First Nation students in 2012 with support from the upcoming 2016 season and believes the business’ online presence has had a positive impact.

“This season, the numbers have been way up,” said Ms. Earl. “It’s great to see College of the Rockies, the Ktunaxa Nation Council and the Home Renovation Centre.

In addition, there has been a large fire pit installed beside the Legacy Hall and people returning and we’ve also implemented a First Nations discount, which has increased our guests.” management has plans to once again host Elder-led Ktunaxa Legend Nights there.

For more information, visit www.lakeshoreresortcampground.com and Lakeshore “We had them last year, but in the native culture, if there’s a death in the immediate family, the cultural activities are put on hold, out of respect for the person who Resort and Campground page on Facebook.

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff

Casey Johnson and Jacinda Foulkes (center of photo) representing the Windermere Valley Golf Day gave Family Dynamix Board and staff $3,500.00 as a donation to the Family Dynamix Legacy Fund - Families Funding Stream. “With gratitude, we accept this donation as the first Legacy donation given for the Families Funding Stream“, said Cope.

Family Dynamix (formerly the Family Resource Centre of Invermere), a local not for profit charity serving Valley residents since 1988, is continuing to diversify its funding stream to ensure services for families and individuals which support their social, physical, mental and financial wellness are available for generations to come. Through the Family Dynamix Legacy Fund individuals and businesses are able to leave a legacy of support to residents of the Valley, by giving a gift in person or by will/bequest. To ensure funds are invested to meet donors charitable goals, The Legacy Fund has three funding streams for contributions which donors can choose from at the time of the donation - Family Services, Women’s Services and

Men‘s Services. “While the principle will remain untouched, the interest earned in the Legacy Funds will augment services we deliver for families and individuals residing in the Valley”, said Cope. Tax receipts will be issued on all donations.

Last week, in honour of their 100th year in business in Invermere, CIBC gave $3,500 which was the first donation given to Family Dynamix Legacy Fund - Women Services Funding Stream. We are encouraging donations to all funding streams, in particular we are awaiting the first donation to our Family Dynamix Legacy Fund - Mens Services Funding Stream. Large or small, your gift will improve the lives of families and individuals in this Valley for decades to come.

In this time of abundance we encourage you to give to Family Dynamix Legacy Fund. For more information contact Pat 250-342-5566 or pcope@familydynamix.ca .

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The bacteria among us: Part 1 of 3 Fresh old ideas

By Arnold Malone Pioneer Columnist In the long history of humanity, people have, many times, needed to relinquish the obvious and learn to accept the unbelievable.

It was once broadly held that the sun went around the earth. The apparent movement of the sun gave obvious reason for us to think that the sun came up on a stationary Earth and travelled across the sky and set in the west.

Time and travel established that the earth was not flat. That realization did away with the notion that one could walk to the edge of the earth and fall off.

Humans did walk on the moon and disease is not the result of a punishing devil upset by one of our past thoughts or deeds.

Four hundred years ago, it must have been a tremendous stretch to believe that there were organisms that were so small that no one could see them with a naked eye.

It would have been more far-fetched to believe that these teeny microbes might be important to our well-being.

By the end of the 19th century, there was general agreement that bacteria could do bad things to our body. In recent decades, we have learned just how important bacteria are for our good health.

When suffering through an afflicted day with unending trips to the bathroom, it is a daunting notion to believe that this wretched feeling was caused by organisms that had to be magnified 400 times just to be studied.

To picture how dramatic such a magnification is, a person of average height, 168 centimetres, when so magnified, would be 6,720 meters tall. How tall is that?

About twice the height above sea level as Canada’s highest mountain, Mount Robson.

Bacteria are very small.

On the off chance that someone might think that bacteria are the smallest living organism — as people once did — viruses are even smaller. If a virus were the same height as myself, then bacteria would be ten stories high.

Yet these little critters have the capacity to send strong men and women moaning off to bed.

What an insult to our ego knowing that something

so small can nail us to the mattress for hapless days of misery.

Bacteria were not observable until the invention of the compound microscope and viruses were not observed until the electronic microscope was developed.

When the new technologies first let us observe microbes, no one could have imagined that these tiny critters might be important to humankind.

Even though some bacteria are miserable mischiefmaking outcasts that attack our good health, none of us would be alive to day if we did not receive the extraordinary assistance that microbes provide.

Because of illnesses, we have developed thoughts and language that labels bacteria as “bad.”

In our everyday language, we blame microbes, but seldom is it a part of our lexicon to comment on the extraordinary dependence we have for the trillions of microbes that are essential for our daily existence.

In truth, if we were not loaded with microbes, we would be dead.

Then again, if we were dead, we would still be hosts for bacteria, the little jiggers are everywhere.

Thank goodness they are.

Arnold Malone served as MP for Alberta’s Battle River and Crowfoot ridings from 1974 through 1993. He retired to Invermere in 2007.

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On Saturday, September 19th, the first concert of the Windermere Valley Musicians Who Care (WVMWC)’s new local series, Valley Sessions, went off without a hitch and was very successful on many levels.

It was successful for the three performing acts, Dandelions, Jade Bowen and Smarty Pants, who all performed at their most excellent level of musicianship and were very excited about how well they performed in this concert atmosphere.

It was successful for a substantial audience, who listened closely to all acts and provided an atmosphere of appreciation that inspired the musicians to give these excellent performances.

They left with many positive comments about

the quality of music they had listened to on this evening.

It was successful for the Windermere Valley Musicians Who Care, who were able to capture these performances in a quality recording and were also able to generate a respectful amount of funds for future projects.

Also, it was successful for the venue of Pynelogs Cultural Centre, which provided a proven atmosphere where the audience was enabled to listen closely to two hours of high-quality local music.

The second Valley Sessions concert will be on Saturday, October 17th at 7 p.m. in Pynelogs, and promises to be another great evening of local music, featuring Jessica Hansen, Jocelyn Taylor and Siofri, all for the reasonable price of $10 at the door.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear great music in a concert atmosphere, and support the WVMWC!

Kids, life and whatnot

Family Ties

By Lynsey Burke Pioneer Columnist

Shoot… it’s October 2nd and I see an email from the lovely Amanda Murray at the Columbia Valley Pioneer: “Your column is due on October 5th.”

Oh dear, what am I going to write about this month? Here I sit, on the evening of October 4th, with nothing but a giant chalice of herbal sleepy time tea in my beloved “Home is where your Mom is” Mother’s Day mug, which is accompanied by a handful of scrambled, incomplete ideas.

There have been few write-worthy life events that have occurred as of late. I have no grand ideas, the kids are doing their usual non-stop thing and we’re just staying the course. It’s fall, and it’s lovely. School is back in (well, preschool for this household), there are all sorts of amazing programs and classes for little ones in town, the fall festivals have been a lot of fun, and the changing of the leaves in conjunction with the abundant sunshine is a nice silver lining to the cooling weather.

However, blurbs about fall does not a column make… Maybe I’ll discuss the science of sleep and sleeptraining methods? No, no way — not going to go there!

How about… local family resources? Hmmm. Or… maybe travelling with little ones? (Or lack thereof ). Perhaps some of my mom friends have some thoughts…

Here’s a cunning idea that was laid out during a much-enjoyed and much-needed ladies night that took place last week. Surprise girls, you were being documented! “What about… failing social skills due to the conversation habitually taking a turn down kid-centric lane?” A muse that rings true for parents with little ones who are a part of their everyday, and quite often every night.

Perhaps my lack of forethought to this column and all other projects that remain on the backburner are actually the column topic in itself, which is, of course: staying present. We go from one thing to the next, and when you’re one year old and three years old, there is little quiet time to attain some mental clarity for those around you.

These two dependent, demanding and endearing little beings keep us in the present, a place that can often be difficult for the adult mind to remain.

Who has got time to worry about tomorrow’s happenings, about yesterday’s upset or next year’s vacation plans when we MUST play diggers, like “right now, mom.” There is no time to lose, please. Just play diggers.

For that, I appreciate the chaos that can and does accompany young children. A time when you are truly too busy living and surviving to be anywhere but in the now — that is a good place to be.

And in case of any repeated writer’s block that may occur in the future: parents of the Columbia Valley, any ideas for me?

Family, adventure and the exploration of the unfamiliar is what fuels freelance writer and editor Lynsey Burke’s creativity in writing. Visit www.lynseyburke.com.

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Watch the glass-blowing magic can go in and we light up three totems so they an see the wonder of them,” Pat said.

The evening events will start Every Thanksgiving weekend, at 7 p.m. and run until 9:30 visitors and residents in the valley p.m. The 4th Annual Limited make their way to Bavin GlassEdition Drinking Glass Sale will works on Athalmer Road in Inverbe available starting at 7 p.m., mere to witness mesmerizing dempeople can be entered for more onstrations of glass-blowing. draw prizes, customer appreThis weekend, the renowned ciation snacks and refreshments show, now in its 27th year, will feawill be served, and a special eveture master glass blower Ryan Bavin ning demo with the lights low and his long-standing assistant Leah on Saturday, October 10th. will begin at 7:30 p.m. To enhance the festive mood, live mu“Please drop in for some origisic by Bill Cropper will keep the nal hot glass magic and get warm crowds entertained starting at 7 beside our furnaces,” said Pat Bavin. p.m. until late.

The day-time event will run “The show is to express our from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., when appreciation to customers and people can drop by the studio for a sneak preview of the “Spirit of the SACRED SYMBOLS — An art piece from to celebrate the end of another Totems” display, enter draw prizes the Bavin Glassworks’ “The Totems Speak” summer,” Pat said.

Bavin Glassworks is located and peruse new products from the show held last Christmas, expressing indigfall-blowing season. Demos will enous culture in blown glass. File photo at 4884 Athalmer Road in Artisan Row just in front of Canarun at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., and dian Tire. For more information, call 250-342-6816 or there will be a chance to win the demo pieces.

“The actual Totems display is not done, but people email bavingl@telus.net.

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

Kokanee fish in their new Abel Creek habitat . . . ‘Abel’ from page 27 There is clearly marked signage for visitors to learn about the Abel Creek Fishery Enhancement Project at both the site of the barrier removal and at the footbridge at the bottom of Johnson Road.

The next step of the project, Mr. Mitchell-Banks added, will be to ensure passage through the creek remains open to the fish.

“We want to make sure all of the culverts are passable and next, we will be looking for ways to control siltation off the roadways into the creek because right now, there’s siltation off Johnson into Abel Creek,” he concluded. “Now that we’re going to have spawning fish up there, that’s a more important issue to look at.”

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Love your library by supporting these events

LIKING LITERACY — Kate and Jack Hildas choose books at the Invermere Public Library. The children received their Summer Reading Club medals, one of the programs that benefits from funds raised by the Friends of the Library.

Photo submitted

Submitted by the Friends of the Invermere Library

Away or busy on October 19?

You can vote in advance.

If you’re ready to vote early, you can vote at your advance polling place between October 9 and 12, from noon to 8:00 p.m.

Or you can vote at any Elections Canada office across the country any day until October 13 at 6:00 p.m.

For all voting locations, check your voter information card, visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868 ( TTY 1-800-361-8935).

Elections Canada has all the information you need to be ready to vote.

Fall is a busy season for the Friends of the Invermere Library. Following up on the very successful BIG Book Sale in July, the Friends are working on more ways for library lovers to show their support.

At the invitation of Home Hardware, the Friends will stage the ‘Twas the Book Sale before Christmas. This sale of gently used books features winter and Christmas titles as well as books for gifts and books to curl up with when the weather gets cold. The sale takes place inside Home Hardware on the weekend of December 5th and 6th. The Friends encourage you to donate your used books to assist with this new venture. Please bring books to the library during opening hours. Watch for more details of this exciting new library event.

The popular Christmas Silent Auction kicks off Saturday, November 21st in the library. Browse the selection of interesting auction offerings and place your bids until it closes Wednesday, December 9th. The auction is a great way to start your Christmas shopping and assist the library at the same time.

The Friends of the Library encourage community members to consider the Invermere Public Library Endowment Fund when making decisions about your charitable donations or estate planning. The Columbia Valley Community Foundation accepts donations, invests the funds and will remit the income to the Friends of the Library. This legacy provides ongoing support for the library for years to come.

The Friends welcome library supporters to join the organization. There are a variety of ways to be involved, ranging from financial support to volunteering for events to the steering committee. Ask the library staff for more information.

“The library can never have too many friends.”

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Thank you!

The organizers of the 2015 Headbanger Trail Challenge would like to thank the following sponsors for their contribution to this year’s run.

Baring to breastfeed Breastfeeding Mamas hosted the first-ever Invermere-based Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge for new mothers to raise awareness about the challenges of breastfeeding and to develop support for breast milk donors around the world.

There were 19 participants set up at Pothole Park in Invermere on Saturday, October 3rd with 17 latched babies. Breastfeeding Mamas, a support group for new mothers, meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. at the Invermere Public Library.

Photos by Jenny Hubrecht

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Sobeys Windermere Valley Golf Course Valley Foods Rainbow Donkey Joe’s No Frills Anchor Organics Scheffer’s Foods Inc. Crazy Soles Run/Yoga Store Kicking Horse Coffee MERRELL The Invermere Bakery Village of Radium Hot Springs Lambert Kipp Insurance The Natural Home Reflexology with Sandra Pilates Pursuits Columbia Valley Trading Co Columbia Cycle & Rec-reAction Life Wear Dr. Mark Moneo Optometric Petro Canada, Radium Hot Springs Radium Bighorn Gifts & Souvenirs Radium Golf Group

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Bighorn Meadows Resort Fire’D UP Breakfast & Burgers The Old Salzburg Restaurant Dairy Queen The Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Do Nothing Floatation Centre Inc. Inside Edge Sports Store Shear Edge Radium Valley Vacation Resort Elemental Cycle A&W Invermere Circle Health Pharmasave Smaller Footprints Canadian Tire Trading Post Love Your Nails NAPA Auto Parts Copper Point Golf Course Winderberry Nursery Gas Plus – Radium Hot Springs

The Event raised $900, from 53 participants for the Columbia Valley Greenways Trail Alliance.

Pick up the Pioneer’s sister paper ~ The Invermere Valley Echo ~ every Wednesday.

{Subscriptions also available}

More is better.

There’s more to the valley than meets the eye…

See this week's October 7th Invermere Valley Echo for:

VEALLEY CHO

The Invermere

N E W S PA P E R

The staff at The Pioneer and Echo require a full day to fatten themselves up on Thanksgiving goodies.

Our office will be closed Monday, October 12th and will re-open Tuesday, October 13th at 8:30 a.m.

• Valley Drivers without winter tires face fines (page 1) • Avoid spreading invasive weeds in the backcountry (page 2) • Local Chambers brainstorm solutions to worker shortage (page 3) • Booth, Taft re-elected to UBCM executive (page 4) • Canal Flats council balks at water project payments (page 5) • Rockies defeat Ghostriders at Eddie Mountain (page 10) • High school students hold candidates forum (page 12) • Canal Flats mill closure was preventable (page 13)

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Fairmont free flow Phase 1 of the Fairmont Creek Debris Flow Mitigation Project was officially celebrated in Fairmont on Monday, October 5th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The project, which is the first phase of a multi-phase project, included the widening of the Fairmont Creek channel from Marble Canyon to the pond on Hole 12 at the Mountainside Golf Course. Pictured left to right are Tony Helmer of Max Helmer Construction Ltd., RDEK engineering services manager Brian Funke, Fairmont Community Association representative Tex Deagnon, RDEK board chair Rob Gay, RDEK Electoral Area F director Wendy Booth, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort golf course superintendent Tom Altman, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort president and CEO Pascal van Dijk, Fairmont and District Lions Club representative Mike Tanguay and RDEK engineering technician Kara Zandbergen.

Photo submitted

Hopkins’ helping hand

Going heavy for Halloween

Hopkins Harvest marked its last day of operations on Thursday, October 1st by donating proceeds from all food purchases to the Columbia Valley Food Bank. While their last day wasn’t very busy, they still raised a substantial amount for the food bank then gave what food was left over to the food bank to be distributed to their patrons. “As a helper at the food bank, I thought it was a very generous way to close out the season,” said volunteer Connie Watson.

Photo submitted

Ceisel and Brett Archer started a pumpkin patch for their sons, Dakota (left), 11, and Dawson (right), 7.

They weren’t getting any results until they started planting what’s known as Atlantic Giants. A few years ago, they were featured in The Pioneer for growing a 192-pounder (they grew seven pumpkins totalling 585 pounds that year) and while this year their crop wasn’t as fruitful, they still managed to harvest a 93-pounder this year (one of six pumpkins totalling 328.4 pounds). “We’re not going to be here (for Halloween) so we gave them all to (the boys’) friend,” Ceisel said. “Our goal is to beat 192 pounds!”

Photo submitted

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Pass the pretzels The 3rd Annual Oktoberfest in downtown Invermere on October 3rd was a delight with sunny weather complementing the outdoors festivities, which included live music by Sheberdean & The Postmistress (left), delicious food that included, of course, large authentic pretzels, more live music by the husband-and-wife Dandelions duo, Ben and Shilo Cameron (second row, centre); lots of fun activities for kids, a streetside beer garden hosted by the local Legion (bottom left) and a beard competition (bottom right).

Photo of beer garden by Breanne Massey/ All other photos by Angela Miller

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PIONEER ON THE ROAD Travelling troupers

Travel World, our local travel agency in Invermere, has once again generously donated a night at a Calgary hotel and two tickets to a Calgary Flames game to the winner of our annual Pioneer Travel Photo Contest.

Simply take a copy of The Pioneer with you when you are away on holidays, snap a photo with it, send it in and have it published in The Pioneer. At the end of the year, we will draw the winning name.

Submit your photos online at www.columbiavalleypioneer.com, email them to info@columbiavalleypioneer. com, or drop by our office, #8, 1008-8th Ave. Invermere.

Pictured, clockwise from top right: Lorine and Paul Bowers from Columere Park at Bangla Road, Patong Beach in Phuket, Thailand; Tom and Gail MacRaeat at Dover Castle in Dover, England; Klara and Reto Stiz travelling in Switzerland with Mount Pilatus in the background; Carlo and Klara Stiz cruising to Alaska; Andy Stuart-Hill with Zulu Tribal Chief at Ghost Mountain in Mkuze, Zululand, South Africa; Lyle and LeeAnn Barsby and Diane and Lawrie Mack at Casa Grande, Arizona.

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Jumbo Valley hits the silver screen The Invermere Community Hall filled to capacity so quickly the evening of October 6th for the 7:30 p.m. free screening of the Patagonia-backed Jumbo Wild film that organizers offered a second free screening at 9:15 p.m. The film, directed and produced by Nick Waggoner of Sweetgrass Productions (inset photo) formally premiered at the Vancouver International Film Festival on October 8th. A North American tour is next as well as international screenings in countries such as Japan.

Photos by Nicole Trigg . . . ‘Youth’ from page 5

Foot-stompin’ fun-raiser The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley held its 3rd annual Butterfly Barn Dance fundraiser at the K2 ranch on October 3rd, packing the barn with merrymakers who boogied all night long to music by Iron Zipper. Photos submitted

Your Local

“Do you think the existing library building would need significant upgrades or is it something that’s fairly close to being turn-key (ready to use) for the youth centre?” asked Invermere mayor Gerry Taft.

“There are not big issues, but it’s not quite turnkey for us,” responded Ms. Doerr, adding one requirement would be some slight reconfigurations to ensure youth centre staff have good sightlines to all other areas of the building for safety purposes.

Committee members suggested that moving the front desk to a location closer to the door would be helpful, and using cameras could be a cost-effective way to allow youth centre staff to see all areas of the building. The projected timeline for the multi-use centre and the library’s subsequent move means the youth centre will likely be moving into the library

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building in spring 2018.

Invermere chief administrative officer Chris Prosser confirmed the library building is structurally sound and Invermere mayor Gerry Taft suggested the District of Invermere would probably be able to do some upgrades to the building — such as adding an improved kitchen space and replacing the current oil furnace in the building — prior to the 2018 move.

Mr. Taft suggested the district and the youth centre sign a draft lease agreement for use of the building similar to the one the district has with Columbia Valley Arts for the use of Pynelogs, which would mean that the District of Invermere would take care of maintenance and basic structural elements for the building.

The committee’s recommendation for a formal motion by Invermere council on the move will come up at a future council meeting.

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celebration of life

cheers & jeers

cheers & jeers

Golfing for GALS would like to thank the following: Spur Valley Golf resort, Palliser Printing, Radium Golf Group, Rocky Now Vacation rentals, Best Western Prestige plus, Radium Luxury Condos, Riko’s Family restaurant, Fairmont Pizza and ice-cream, Safta’s, Fubuki Sushi, Canterbury flowers, Tim Hortons, Joe’s No Frills, Sobeys, Choppers Pet Supplies, Arrowhead Brewery, Sysco Foods, Majestic U Brew and wine, Wildside Pizzeria, Radium Petro Canada, Leo Burrito, Kicking Horse Coffee, Mr. V’s Italian Grill, CasaVino Wine Bar.

All Saints Church Guild Edgewater would like to thank so many valley merchants and residents for all their help with food and gift donations and kitchen help at our Spaghetti Fund Raiser. Sobeys, Mountain side Market, Valley Foods, No Frills, Meet on Higher Ground, Sasha Smith, Marsha Lasser, Pharmasave, Pips, Shophie’s Choice, Robin Jones, Morley the Bee Man, Mickey Hess, Ann Burnett, K.S.C.U. Radium Branch, Debbie, Terri, Geraldine, Dee, Lorne, everyone who helped with the Hall clean up after, and of course the Great Cooks, Marlise and Melva. Big thanks also to the GREAT music provided by Pat, Scott, Larry and George.

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 250342-2424. 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.

Vince Zurbriggen Celebration of Life, Oct. 11th, 2015, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

CPR Lodge, 1720 - 4th Ave., Invermere B.C. Please dress warmly

A big Cheers to Christine Dubois and her crew for towing my boat to a buoy near a boat launch and for responding to my request for help. I appreciate the effort it took and the interruption of your day on the water.

Jeers to the person that claims the restaurant workers were “too lazy to pick up the phone for a take-out order.” Perhaps they were busy and couldn’t get to the phone… The only way you would know if they were just deciding not to answer is if you were sitting outside watching them; which would make YOU too lazy to walk into the restaurant to place your order. In that case, Jeers to you!

s obituary s Karen Ilene Geiger Karen Ilene Geiger of Canal Flats passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1st, 2015 at the Invermere and District Hospital with family at her side.

Karen was born on August 31st, in Buffalo, New York.

She grew up in Montreal, and later moved to Big River, Saskatchewan. In 1971 Karen moved to Canal Flats where she raised her children and started her career. Karen was a proud citizen of Canal Flats and was always involved in community events. She loved summer, sunshine and her time spent boating, as well as her time on horseback in the mountains. She will be remembered as a strong minded, independent, caring, giving wife, mother and grandmother.

Karen will be deeply missed by her husband of 26 years, Derril Geiger and her 3 children, Ken Jonasson, Tanzice Jonasson and Nancy Rawson.

A Celebration of Life service was held on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at the Canal Flats Community Hall with Pastor Bill Doroshuk officiating.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

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

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.

cheers & jeers Cheers to Chris and Graham who spotted smoke from our workshop and didn’t miss a beat! Cheers for your cool heads and quick action. A disaster was averted. We’ll always think of you as Valley Guys in the very best sense of the words!

Jeers to management who only reacts and initiate quality audits in the event of a report. You have deliberately demonstrated your complacency and carefree attitude towards those under you and for the business as well. Do not pretend you care when you actually don’t!

s obituary s Miltins, Arija Inta (nee Osis) (aka Rispler) June 3rd, 1951 September 28th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts the family announces the peaceful passing of Arija at the age of 64 years.

Arija grew up primarily in Invermere, B.C. and moved to Calgary to attend SAIT to become a lab tech.

Following the births of her daughters she dedicated her time to raising her family. She married Ivar Miltins in 2002 and they moved to Langdon, AB in 2010 to be closer to her daughters. In her retirement, Arija enjoyed spending her time in her gardens and with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughters Amanda (Joe) & Teresa (Clint); 4 grandchildren Rachel, Malcolm, Kaitlin & Lily; her husband Ivar; her mother Zeltite Ukass; brothers Pete Osis (Willa), Gunars Ukass (Paige), Arturs Ukass (Michelle); nephew and nieces Jordan, Taryn, Madison and Hudson.

A funeral service was held in Calgary, AB on Sunday, October 4th, 2015.

Cheers to all the Panorama staff who hosted 144 hikers for the fabulous Tamarack Ridge Walk on Saturday. A wonderful view with great company and the bag lunch was scrumptious. Please, please run the 3 chairlifts early again next year so that hikers, photographers and artists can more easily access the spectacular summit. Well done!

Cheers to Taylor for making my Escape brand new again! You did a great job.

Jeers to the one who uses tears to cover up for mistakes, short cuts, and bogus alibi just to escape work assignment. Your acting was so good and so real that I am putting your name for Oscar Award as “Best Drama Queen.” Enjoy your best talent, won’t last though at the rate you are using it!!

Cheers to Kim O. at Thai Massage for THE BEST massage I’ve ever had. I feel like a new human! All the care and love is much appreciated. You obviously love what you do.

Jeers to “union” who came running to management on non-work related issues concerning its members. Since when did you serve for the interest of management and not your members?

Jeers to management for acting without thinking.

Cheers though to both. For you simply reveal your cards and game plan. Now we know what and who to watch for!

Cheers to Dean at Pharmasave for answering all my questions. You rock!

Cheers to finally getting the streets in Edgewater paved!

A huge Cheer to Alex and Steve at The Radium Golf Course - amazing customer service and super attitude!

Jeers to last week’s Jeers regarding no one answering the phone when you were looking to place a take out order. I’ve worked in many restaurants over the years and if I am talking to a customer, I will not interrupt the conversation to answer the phone, it’s rude. And that is just one of MANY reasons that the phone may have not been answered.

Unless you know for a fact that it was not answered due to lazy staff, which realistically just doesn’t sound plausible, you really shouldn’t be making negative comments about people that quite possibly were running their feet off at the time.

Cheers to the uniformed police officer playing ball with the kids at Laird last Tuesday evening.

Jeers to my boss for racial profiling and discrimination. The color of my skin may be different from yours but I know English and vocabulary perhaps more than you do. We are not different from the people who visit your office for unproductive time just to delay or escape duties.

Cheers to the Larch for making fall so incredibly beautiful. Jeers to the notion that Larches are also called Tamaracks. They are not. Tamaracks are a different species not typically found west of the Rockies.

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cheers & jeers

cheers & jeers

suite for rent

house for rent

condo for rent

childcare

Cheers to the people who have been maintaining the aqueduct on Kindersley Forestry Truck road near Edgewater, but huge JEERS for leaving all the old, rusted metal they have replaced all over the beautiful area. It is a huge eyesore in a very amazing spot.

We took some visitors up to see the aqueduct and it is a mess up there!

Jeers and a big boo to the slaughter of Cow Elk on the Windermere Loop Rd. Transport them back to Kootenay Park. Put them at the ugly fence so tourists can see them, until the wolves get them.

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.

Rustic log cabin with large yard, Invermere. Furnished, mature working individual, available midOct. 250-342-9636.

For rent in Radium, 2-bdrm, 4 bath, ground level condo. Beautiful views, backs on to The Springs golf course. All appliances, fireplace, fully furnished. 2 car garage. N/S, N/P, references please. $1650/mo, call 250-342-3790.

Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., www. dragonflydiscoverycentre.com ages 2 and up.

Cheers to neighbours who stand up to “Fuddy Duddy” bullies. We had to listen to the out-of-tune singing and outrageously loud music several blocks away from said party. If there’s a next time let’s all call the RCMP. We do not have to listen to the noise nor be kept awake!

Jeers to Fuddy Duddy for not only disrespecting those who could not or chose not to attend your “neighbourhood” party but also the law! Perhaps it was the comment on the quality of music that really irked you.

Cheers to Rhonda for your dedication and hard work for the past 15 years to organize woman’s hockey in our valley. Appreciated by all of us. You will always be a Babe!

Cheers to Tyson Hagen, a model leader!

Jeers to the man that borrowed our bitters and never returned it. Jeers for getting me in trouble. :( Cheers to the lovely young woman at Kinsmen Beach who helped a not-so-young woman in distress.

She insisted on staying with me until assured I was safely on my way home. Your kindness is much appreciated.

Cheers to the 99 year old lady at the passport office in Cranbrook who renewed her passport for 10 years.

I love optimists!

Jeers to the farmers that cross my land and used my corral with out my permission. You built your own, use your own. You know who I am and I know who you are.

Cheers to Karen Bavin for being a good neighbour and rewarding her for getting our road fixed. No dust and no potholes!

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 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.

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 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.

Attention Contractors: Fenced 50 ft.

X 70 ft. Storage lot with 20ft. Secure container. Invermere Industrial Park. 250-342-5297.

lost & Found Lost: Two signed copies of books by James H. Gray, signed to Grace from Jimmy. Phone 250-342-6764.

Found: Child’s small scooter. 250342-6068.

lesson/training Voice lessons: Accepting students, call Chuck Bisset at 250-919-0073.

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

3-bdrm suite, 1 bath, $1000/mo + utilities. D.D. N/S, N/P. 1,288 sq. ft., Radium. 250-409-7208.

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

Available Nov. 1st/Dec. 1st - April 30th. Close walk to downtown. N/S, N/P, W/D. $1000/mo + utilities, has woodstove, references required.

250-342-6605.

Lower half up/down duplex, Invermere, 3-bdrm, private entrance, storage shed, 5 appliances, no smoking, no pets, $900/mo, includes water. Phone 403-651-0008.

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, mature working adults. Available Oct. 15th.

Call 250-342-9636.

For Rent Black Forest Heights, totally renovated, lower level, walkout suit. 2-bdrm, 1 bath, bright and spacious. N/P, utilities included, N/S, references please. $900/mo, ph. 250-342-3790.

house for sale For Sale 4-bdrm home on 5.5 lots in Wilmer. $285,000. Includes two sheds, and well-established fenced garden with apple trees.

Situated in a very peaceful area this property boasts fantastic views of the Columbia Valley Wetlands, is a short five-minute drive from Invermere.

Property Guys ID# 266493.

To view call 250-342-1539.

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

For rent in Invermere. 3-bdrm, 2 story duplex with full basement and exterior entrance. Five new appliances, carpet, lino, paint, 2 and 1/2 baths, fireplace, kitchen.

N/S, N/P, references, 1 yr lease. $1250/mo + utilities and D.D. 250341-6096.

Beautiful new three level townhouse in downtown Invermere. 2-bdrm + den, 1 1/2 bath, oversized single car garage with parking stall. Tons of storage, five appliances + Microwave, gas fireplace, kitchen nook, front and back decks with amazing views, great location. Available Oct 15th, $1100/mo + utilities, N/S, N/P. Contact Deborah 403-609-8413.

Fully furnished, 4-bdrm bungalow with 9 beds, 2,000 sq. ft. with hot tub, 5 appliances, large fenced yard, wood stove fireplace. Available for short term rentals, Oct.20th - Dec. 13th, then Feb.9th until May/June. $2,200/mo includes all utilities, local phone, cable and internet. Call 403-629-5339.

condo for rent 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.

Radium: two 2-bdrm, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, no partying. $925/mo includes utilities. 250-688-0652.

2-bdrm, 2 bath for rent, available October, in Radium. $825/mo.

Call 250-341-7448. All utilities included.

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

2-bdrm, 2 bath condo in Radium.

Spacious floor plan with private balcony facing Sinclair Creek. $775/ mo + Hydro. Available Oct. 1st.

Please call 250-347-6595.

animals

firewood Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

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

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

Pine Fire Wood, $200/cord. Split and delivered. 250-341-7251.

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

Contact 250-341-5216.

misc for sale For sale tabletop saw and stand, 10” cut. Scroll saw 2” cut. Cut off saw 4” cut. 250-342-9096.

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. :)

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Recipe Of The Week DEVILED AVOCADO EGGS

6 Eggs, hard-boiled, peeled and halved 1 Avocado peeled, pitted, and diced 2½ tbsp Mayonnaise 2 tsp Lime Juice

2 slices Bacon, cooked and chopped 1 clove Garlic, crushed 1/8 tsp Cayenne Pepper 1 Jalapeno Pepper, sliced Salt to taste

Scoop egg yolks into a bowl; add avocado, chopped bacon, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic, cayenne pepper and salt.

Mash egg yolk mixture until filling is evenly combined.

Spoon filling into a piping or plastic bag with a snipped corner.

Pipe filling into each egg white; top with a jalapeno slice.

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fitness

help wanted

help wanted

Zumba Fitness - Julie Parent AQUA ZUMBA classes start Tuesday October 20th at 9:30 a.m. at Copper Point Resort. Classes will run for 6 weeks. Please contact Julie Parent at 250-341-5474 for more information or to sign-up!

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.

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

services

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

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

vehicles 1992 GMC 1500 Siera, 118,000 kms original, clean must see. New tires, $1500 O.B.O. Bob 250-341-1984.

health & wellness

Fiona Millar, AEP Intuitive Reader

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

services

Stop Smiling. [at least until your passport photo is taken]

camera classes • canvas wraps photography • photo finishing • picture framing

Bighorn Meadows Resort in Radium Hot Springs, B.C. is currently seeking a detail oriented, experienced individual to fill a Housekeeping Supervisor position. Related experience will be considered an asset. F/T hours available. Eligible candidates must have the ability to work weekends and have own transportation to and from the job site. Fax your confidential resume to 250-3472311 attention Housekeeping Manager, drop resume at #10 Bighorn Blvd., Radium Hot Springs, B.C., or email resume to housekeepingmanager@ bighornmeadows.com.

Strands Old House Restaurant is accepting applications for a cook/chef two to three years experience in casual fine dining preferred. Evenings and weekends.

Apply to Tony Wood at tony@ strandsrestaurant.com or 250-3426344.

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SPOT THE DEALS! N E W S PA P E R

For a confidential interview, bring your resume to The Home Renovation Centre, 492 Arrow Rd., or phone Dave Ridge at 250-342-5682.

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.

KCP is seeking to engage a qualified contractor to support the administration and delivery of its efforts throughout the Kootenay Region:

Administration and Communications Coordinator

N E W S PA P E R

E-mail: info@columbiavalleypioneer.com

Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 1-855-377-0312

info@columbiavalleypioneer.com

We need a capable Finish Carpenter to round our team. If you are looking for full-time, year-round employment, at a competitive wage, we are happy to provide a long-term opportunity to work with a well established and thriving company.

The Kootenay Conservation Program (KCP) is a network of over 70 partner organizations working collaboratively to conserve private land throughout the Kootenay Region. Our partners include First Nations, conservation and agricultural organizations, forestry and business, educational institutions, and all levels of government. We have a small and dedicated team of staff and contractors working from a variety of Kootenay communities.

Wanted Qualified I/T or ECE for either F/T or P/T employment.

Come and join our team at Windermere Valley Child Care. Call Pat Miller 250-342-3168 or Email wvccs@telus.net.

Pioneer Classifieds

Finish Carpenter

to a

In-house care givers for senior lady with Post CVA. Remuneration to be discussed, depends on experience.

Please send resume to Box 481 Invermere, V0A 1K0.

…look for the red door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!

250-342-5102

Look

Permanent Employment

The Administration and Communications Coordinator will provide ongoing administrative and communications support services to the KCP. The Coordinator will work closely with program staff and partner organizations to help improve organizational effectiveness and maintain, and enhance, KCP communications efforts.

Location: TBD - within the Kootenay Region For more detailed position descriptions please contact Dave Hillary by email at dave@kootenayconservation.ca or by telephone at 250-688-1508.

Deadline for applications: Thursday, October 15th, 2015, Noon PDT. We thank everyone who applies for their interest in the Kootenay Conservation Program; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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. . . ‘Interior’ from page 3 “It’s going to become more and more difficult for us to staff certain shifts. We’ve already had instances in New Denver and Barriere where we’ve lost all of our staff, so we’ve had to choose to use a different model.”

But establishing the best approach is expected to be a long and involved process.

“This is very early in the process, so we’re engaging and this (Columbia Valley) is only our second site for consultation (out of 35 locations in the East Kootenay region),” said Dr. Moss. “What we’re doing now is developing a better understanding of the clinical activity at every site so that we can be sure that we have a good understanding of what lab services are needed to sup-

Thank you!

2015 Fairmont Hot Springs Fly-in The Columbia Valley Airport Society would like to thank all of our sponsors of this year’s fly in.

Through the generosity of our sponsors and pilots we raised $375 for the Chris Rose Therapy Center for Autism.

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Columbia Valley Airport Society Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Fairmont Hot Springs Golf Natural Springs Spa From Scratch, A Mountain Kitchen Fairmont Outpost & Outdoors Fairmont Pizza & Ice Cream Fairmont Mountainside Market My Little Baskets, Brandon, MB. Canadian Tire Invermere Flight Fuels Inc. Bavin Glassworks Tony’s Greek Grill Universal Ford, Calgary, AB

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Rocky Mountain Phoenix, Red Deed, AB Farside Inn Bid Group Coys Par 3 Kicking Horse Coffee Elbow River Helicopters, Fairmont JetPro, Capt Ed Mcdonald Invermere Soaring Center Columbia Valley Sign Artists, Invermere Lordco Auto Parts, Invermere Rosenbauer Firefighting Technology, Minnesota Invermere Fire Rescue

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port them, and only after that do we know what options we could propose.”

When asked what a different business model could look like, Dr. Moss replied, “There’s a form of testing called Point of Care, which may have a role in some places. In some places a small role and in other places, a larger role. The benefit of Point of Care testing is that people other than lab technologists can actually do the tests.”

Point of Care Technology is a portable, hand-held device that can provide the result right beside the patient. However, the vision that’s being proposed could mean that a patient’s test results will be sent to Kelowna General Hospital for analysis in the future.

“Interior Health is well aware of our concerns about the possible diminishment of laboratory services at the Invermere hospital,” said Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Area G director Gerry Wilkie.

“We expect further consultation as their plans evolve.”

A sentiment that District of Invermere mayor Gerry Taft agrees with.

“The meeting was useful in that Interior Health Authority seems to be doing meaningful consultation,” said Mr. Taft. “There are concerns from our end about the level of service, potential long-term loss of skilled positions locally and the general trend towards centralization of health care services.”

RDEK Area F director Wendy Booth was surprised to learn about the nature of lab services that are currently in place in the Columbia Valley.

“I did learn that currently some of the testing is already completed elsewhere, which is common amongst labs,” she explained.

Dr. Moss believes offering Point of Care Technology could have a role for health care providers in Canada in the future, as there is a nation-wide shortage of lab technologists.

“This is an opportunity for us to take stock of what we’re doing today, other services that the physicians need today that we’re not providing that we need to

take into account in considering a sustainable service in the future and (lastly) in any new model, we need to be sure that we will allow the clinical services being delivered here to be sustained,” concluded Dr. Moss, adding there is no prediction at this time that patients will be required to commute for lab services.

“Tests that aren’t urgent may be moved to another site, the specimen itself may be sent somewhere for results, but that’s already happening today.”

He added the Kelowna General Hospital also sends samples out for specialty testing.

“That’s not new, but people might not realize it yet,” said Dr. Moss. “Our goal is to preserve the necessary services here in a way that’s sustainable.”

The Interior Health project team will be travelling to 35 sites in the East Kootenay region over the next 10 weeks to offer consultations to physicians, lab and administrative staff. Afterwards, the information will be reviewed to evaluate what changes might be possible to sustain the services.

Dr. Moss added that the American Society of Clinical Pathology estimates there will be 75,000 vacant positions in lab technology over the next five years.

“That’s a huge number and at Interior Health, we know that many of our staff will be eligible to retire in the future,” said Dr. Moss. “I’ve been a physician for 40 years and I have not encountered anything like this before…

“I think that it would be irresponsible of us not to do something and look at the possibilities because, otherwise, we run the risk, if our lab closes for a shift, imagine what the impact will be so we absolutely have to find a way to ensure that we can continue to provide the service and support the techs that we have, while continuing to recruit more.”

The Interior Health project team expects the consultation process to last for roughly several months before returning to the Columbia Valley to discuss possible options to change the way lab services are offered to patients.

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Regional District of East Kootenay

We are feeling...

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D!

Holland Creek/Lakeview Sanitary Sewer Flushing Begins Soon!

The Regional District of East Kootenay is gearing up for its regular maintenance work on the Holland Creek/Lakeview Meadows sanitary sewer mains to remove settled and accumulated material.

This maintenance is scheduled for the week of October 13 - 16, 2015.

During this process, the contractor will be setting up their flushing apparatus at each service access (manhole) in the roadway and releasing pressurized water through the sanitary sewer main pipe to remove buildup.

A bubbling and/or vacuum effect may be noticed in your drains and toilets due to this maintenance flushing. It is recommended to keep all toilet seats closed and cover any floor drains.

Internal plumbing consists of “P� Traps, which hold a volume of water to prevent sewer gasses from migrating into a home. During the flushing process, this water could be drawn out of the traps. For that reason, it is important to refill all plumbing traps by running the water in your sinks and floor drains after the work is complete.

FISHING FOR WELLNESS — Columbia Valley RCMP Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac with a martial arts grip on his prize catch.

Photo submitted . . . ‘RCMP’ from page 4 When under stress during any physical struggle, I go to a choke hold for compliance. So, why, during a wellness day where I’m trying to be stressless, do I have a carotid choke hold on the fish? I need to work on this stress stuff more often. . . . ‘Strategic’ from page 8 the Conservatives have been able to form a majority government, and may very well do so again.

It’s time to move to proportional representation to make every vote count and to make our Parliament more representative. But we won’t get there if the Conservatives are re-elected.

An NDP government will ensure that our next election is held using proportional representation, meaning voters will never have to vote strategically again.

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.

Please note: The RDEK continues to mitigate sewer odour in Lakeview Meadows using multiple techniques. We would like to remind those residents with homes on the low pressure sewer system (homes with individual sewer pumps) to please flush plenty of water through your system prior to vacating the home for an extended period of time. This practice will prevent sewer odour from forming and releasing upon initial use after sitting idle for weeks or months.

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

Are you a book lover? Do you enjoy volunteering?

Do you believe in public libraries?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, we might have an exciting opportunity waiting for you!

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.

If you are interested, please submit a letter of application and brief resume including reasons for your interest and related experience to Shannon Moskal, Corporate Officer, at the RDEK.

Greg Amos Invermere

Myth: Change your ads all the time. Readers get tired of the same thing.

This preventative maintenance process is necessary to reduce the potential for a sanitary sewer main backup which could result in damage to property. The RDEK would like to thank you for your patience during this regular maintenance.

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N E W S PA P E R

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

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By hand at the RDEK Office - 19-24th Avenue South, Cranbrook Via email in PDF format to smoskal@rdek.bc.ca By mail to Shannon Moskal, RDEK, 19-24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8

For information on the Library and the services it provides, please visit: http://invermere.bc.libraries.coop/ Applications must be received by 9:00 am on Monday, October 26, 2015.

19 - 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca Website: www.rdek.bc.ca

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October 9, 2015

Getting race-ready at Panorama

By Breanne Massey Pioneer Staff Summer has gone, a shroud of grey clouds stretches across the skies and warmly coloured leaves fill the trees for fall, creating the perfect setting for those who are working toward creating a smooth surface for skiers and snowboarders at Panorama Mountain Resort.

Team Panorama and Windermere Valley Ski Club members, as well as members of the Canadian Alpine Ski Team, enlisted volunteers to help clean up the brush and foliage that accumulated over the summer on Saturday, October 3rd.

It’s all part of the resort’s year-long campaign to beautify the Old Timer Trail, according to Panorama Mountain Resort race and mountain event manager Patrick Gillespie.

“We’re taking down the alders and pines, which allows to create better snow, which then improves the pre-race training and preparation for any of the races that we have on Old Timer and our race track,” said Mr. Gillespie. “This is the first time as a big volunteer group. It’s an Alpine Canada Association-driven event… The race community is based on volunteers in every community and I think every racer from six years on realizes the importance of volunteers, so a lot of times, the racers know that they need to give back to the sport.”

There were several volunteers from Team Panorama who spent the day trimming brush from the popular trail to prepare for the season.

“Any time volunteers show up, we appreciate it,” added Mr. Gillespie.

Professional skiers Ben Thompson, Manny Osbourne-Paradis and trail builder Ralph Stewart contributed to the effort to cut down the brush, helping minimize the amount of snow that is needed to create a smooth surface for riding.

VOLUNTEERISM – Volunteers spent the day cutting down the brush on the Old Timer Trail at Panorama Mountain Resort on Saturday, October 3rd. Professional skier Manny Osbourne-Paradis (pictured bootom left) pushed the idea to get racers to volunteer to cleanup the trails for the Winter of 2016.

Photos by Breanne Massey “This is a volunteer-based sport, as many are in Canada, but being outdoors and volunteer-based means there are a lot of different aspects where we can help out,” said Mr. Osbourne-Paradis. “Obviously, in the winter, we’re racing all the time so the volunteering has to stop at some point and this is only one day, but it’s a day where we can give back to ourselves and the younger generation that skis at Panorama, which is the most beneficial. I think that’s where we’ll see the most gains.”

He remains optimistic about making the cleanup event an annual initiative for racers to pay it forward at Panorama Mountain Resort — and there was no shortage of help from people from the community.

“It wouldn’t have been possible without all of the work Ralph (Stewart) has done for us,” said Mr. Osbourne-Paradis, noting it was a big group effort that demanded time and commitment from every volunteer.

“Oh, yeah,” agreed Mr. Gillespie. “He’s done a lot of work for us.”

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 47

FAITH

The cure for guilt

By Pastor Trevor Hagan Lake Windermere Alliance Church The other day I lost my temper. It was only for a moment, but it was enough.

Damage was done. Later, I felt sick about what I did and took steps to make amends.

This is how guilt works. Guilt is a signal that our lives have been disrupted by sin. Guilt is a sign that a hurt needs to be healed.

God says in the Bible that the guilt we feel is real. There is a God who made us and the rest of the world, and He does require us to be perfect (Leviticus 19:2). Sadly, none of us are (Romans 3:23). We have all broken God’s two greatest commands: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself ” (Luke 10:27).

But there is an answer to guilt. It is found in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.

The apostle Paul in Romans 8:1 says that: “There is

therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” What does this mean? He gives us the answer in Romans 5:8, “but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” The word “for” in this verse means “in our place.” Jesus came and died in your place. He was your substitute. He paid the penalty of your sin so you could be free from guilt and be reconciled to God. He did this to offer us the one thing we cannot get anywhere else in this world… forgiveness at the core of our being. This is the only answer to your guilt.

Forgiveness through the gift of Jesus brings healing to our relationship with God. Guilt from hurting the people in our lives also comes from seeking forgiveness. Sometimes, it is up to us to forgive and sometimes we need to humble ourselves and ask for forgiveness. Forgiving others brings a healing of the guilt we bear in our connection with others. Jesus living in our lives is the best cure for guilt.

Valley Churches LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, October 11th, 10:30 a.m.

Worship and Life Instruction, “Seeing Clearly-- Values” Pastor

Trevor Hagan ministering.

KIDS Church for children age 3 - Grade 1; and Grades 2-7, during the Morning Service 7 p.m. Sing and Celebrate at LWAC. You are welcome to join us for an evening of singing the great hymns of the faith; food; fellowship.

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

Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED Worship every Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

Children & Youth Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, MArch - Dec. 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

Thrift store gives boost to regional health Members of the Invermere Health Care Auxiliary (which runs the Invermere Thrift Store) present a $50,000 cheque to the East Kootenay Foundation for Health on Monday, September 28th. The donation will support the Intensive Care Unit at the East Kooteany Regional Hospital in Cranbrook.

Photo by Steve Hubrecht

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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