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Solution in sight for Windermere water

By Eric Elliott Pioneer Staff After hosting two open houses and receiving feedback from Windermere residents, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board has two important decisions ahead of it to determine the best route to lift the water quality advisory that’s been in place since 2006.

The first open house on Saturday August 20th and second on Tuesday, August 23rd were held to collect public opinion on which of the three options presented the RDEK can move forward with.

The first option presented to the public was the reservoir option, which would entail the construction of a new water treatment plant at the site of the existing Windermere reservoir. The second option would be the purchase of Parr Utilities (the Windermere Water and

Sewer Company) with the last option being the bulk water purchase from Parr Utilities, which was rejected in a 2011 referendum.

Wendy Booth, RDEK Area F Director, said this third option would unlikely be brought up again given that it is now the most expensive option of the trio. She said the interest in the second option, purchasing Parr Utilities, has increased, from the RDEK’s perspective.

Through purchasing Parr Utilities, Windermere would be able to utilize the existing water treatment plant with a larger customer base — that would translate into lower expected user fees.

Shirley Ann and Don Sedgwick, homeowners in the Windermere area, said they are in favour of purchasing Parr, citing the costs as the main reason to support the decision.

“At first I thought we were just going to be participating and Parr would still be owned by Parr, but with

buying it, to me, there are the advantages of all the other areas that are included which could possibly lower our cost from what it is now,” said Mrs. Sedgwick.

Despite the attention surrounding this option, there are a number of uncertainties related to it that still need to be explored from the RDEK’s perspective, including the purchase price, building lease and the due diligence review of existing assets.

“It’s kind of been characterized as buying a used car where we don’t know exactly what’s under the hood so we have to go under the hood now and have a closer look at it,” Ms. Booth said.

The RDEK will continue to take in feedback as to the preferred option from the public’s point of view. Ms. Booth said she expects this decision to be made ahead of the RDEK’s October board meeting.

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Municipal tipping fees at landfill spark debate

By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff The Columbia Valley directors found themselves in a bit of a disagreement of views at their August 4th meeting.

Since the Regional District of East Kootenay has determined that fees can no longer be waived at local landfills for municipalities’ usage, the directors were faced with the decision to adopt a reduced fee or pay the standard amount.

“In the past, member municipalities (as well as private people) from time to time would request a waiver of tipping fees, which we would consider, however, it came to light that we were in contravention of our own bylaw and couldn’t do that,” said RDEK Area F director Wendy Booth.

As a result, the Columbia Valley directors established a lower rate for municipalities and reworked it into the bylaw. The standard rate for landfill tipping fees for one ton of unsorted construction/demolution waste is $200 (the public pays this rate whether it’s sorted or not); the newly approved rate for municipalities is $40 per ton of sorted waste.

“This is better than full price, (but) I am still personally not 100 per cent happy with the fee. Why this is significant, why this matters to Invermere right now, is we’re going to need to tear down the old community hall very soon,” said Invermere mayor Gerry Taft.

Before, municipalities would have the fee waived no matter if the waste was sorted or not. For Invermere, the new fee will directly affect big projects such as the community hall removal. Members of the board of directors found themselves divided when it came down to voting in the new reduced fee with a three to two vote in favour.

“I think encouraging people to sort their material to reduce the amount of material that goes into the landfill is great, however, I do not think local governments should have a reduced rate,” said Ms. Booth.

“These buildings serve more than just the residents within the municipality, they usually serve a bigger area and it’s the bigger area that pays for the landfill cost so it seems like a fair way to deal with the cost,” said Mr. Taft.

The Elk Valley directors have delayed their vote on whether to adopt a lower tipping fee for one month in order to conduct more research, he said, while the Cranbrook-Kimberley directors voted against adopting a lower fee.

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Police noted that there were no plates and no insurance for either vehicle. The insurance for both vehicles was terminated this year. Police were able to obtain phone numbers for each owner and left messages for both of them advising them that insurance was required on their vehicles to be legally parked in this location, or they could move their cars to private property with the owner’s permission. Police will monitor this situation.

• On Thursday, August 18th, an employee of Panorama Mountain Resort phoned the Columbia Valley RCMP to report a yellow Toyota FJ Cruiser driving in the restricted recreational area of Panorama Mountain.

The vehicle was driving up roads to the top of the mountain in restricted areas where people were mountain biking, causing serious concerns for staff. Police located the vehicle in the 9900 block of Wildwood Road. Police approached and spoke with the driver of the vehicle, who admitted to driving, but said that he didn’t know he wasn’t supposed to drive on the mountain, even though he had to pass two clearly marked signs. Police issued the driver a warning but explained that he could be charged with mischief and trespassing and is still facing a possible ban from Panorama property. The driver apologized and assured that he would no longer drive on the roads and explained that he received misleading information about being allowed to drive on the roads by staff members.

• On Saturday, August 20th, Columbia Valley RCMP were dispatched to a two-vehicle collision at 7th Avenue and 12th Street in Invermere. Police attended and learned that a 19-year-old Calgary male was driving southbound on 7th Avenue in a vehicle bearing Alberta plates when a vehicle driven by an 82-year-old

local female bearing B.C. markers northbound on 7th Avenue turned in front of the young male, hitting his vehicle. Both vehicles sustained serious damage even though they were travelling at low speeds.

The female driver readily admitted that the collision was her fault and the sun blinded her, causing her to believe that the intersection was clear, but obviously did not see the other vehicle. An accident report was completed and provided to both drivers. The female driver was issued a violation ticket under the Motor Vehicle Act. Both drivers as well as the male driver’s passenger sustained no injuries and refused EHS. Both vehicles required tows by a local tow company.

• On Sunday, August 21st, Columbia Valley RCMP conducted boat patrols on Lake Windermere to ensure vessels on the lake were compliant with the Canada Shipping Act. There were many boats on the lake as it was the beginning of the weekend and the weather was good. Officers checked multiple boats and spoke with many people on the lake. Most people were pleased to see a police presence on the lake. Three written warnings were issued and several verbal warnings were given to boat operators. Overall, most people were responsible and operating their boats in a safe and respectful manner.

• On Monday, August 22nd at 1:30 a.m., a 44-yearold Cranbrook female reported that her 2001 Jeep YJ bearing B.C. plates had been stolen from a business located in the 5000 block of Fairmont Resort Road in Fairmont Hot Springs. Police called the vehicle owner who advised that the Jeep had been located quite close to where it was originally parked at a party they were attending. Police attended this location and spoke with the owner and other witnesses who stated that unknown individuals had taken the Jeep for a joy ride on a golf course and were attempting to do “doughnuts” on the grass. An employee changing out sprinklers had noticed the vehicle and told the operator and passenger to leave, which they did. The two young men were unknown to everyone at the party and were not located once people went back to look for them. Staff at the golf course were going to call the next morning if further damage is noted. Staff were also going to call to advise of an estimate to repair the damage. Patrols were made for unknown 18- to 19-year-old males, one with blonde hair and one with a blue hat, but results were negative.

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Construction begins on abattoir

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff The Windermere District Farmers’ Institute’s (WDFI) micro abattoir project continues to press ahead, with construction having already begun this summer.

The project, located just south of the Crossroads, has been years in the making, and those involved with it hope to have it open for business this October.

“It feels so satisfying to finally be here,” said Farmers’ Institute projects co-ordinator Hedi Trescher. “The building is up, the roof is on, the concrete is poured and the corral is ready.”

The Farmers’ Institute formed a committee to build a small-scale local abattoir in 2006 and, according to Mrs. Trescher, the major challenges the committee have faced since include getting appropriate zoning, raising the funds, and finding an operator.

The zoning amendment allowing for an abattoir was achieved in 2013; funding was essentially in place by last year (although the Farmers’ Institute is still looking for more donations); and local business owner Grant Kelly (of Grant’s Foods) signed a contract last October to be the abattoir’s operator.

“We wanted a private operator — we think that it

can be quite a profitable business, but as a non-profit, we (the Farmers’ Institute) didn’t want to be involved in running a for-profit abattoir,” said Mrs. Trescher. “From the Farmers’ Institute’s perspective, we wanted to build this abattoir to ensure the farmers here have an option.

This is an enabling thing.”

Currently, local ranchers must take their cattle to an abattoir in Cranbrook or Calgary, she said.

“Right now, there is no way for local people to buy truly local beef,” said Mrs. Trescher. “There are some exceptions, but mostly the way we are doing it now, the animals get raised here and sold to Calgary. All the additional economic benefits occur there, then we as a community buy the products back.”

That business model hinders efforts by ranchers who may employ organic methods, she said.

“We may be raising the cows grass-fed, hormonefree, organic here in the valley, but when (the cows) go to the feedlot (in Calgary or Cranbrook), we have no control over what happens,” said Mrs. Trescher. “Now, with the local abattoir, there is a tremendous opportunity to work with local restaurants.”

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By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff The victim of a cruel prank is asking for the public’s help in identifying the culprit who committed it.

On the night of Friday, August 19th at the Invermere MusicFest outdoor dance party, the victim, a woman from Calgary in her 30s who wishes to remain anonymous, went to use one of the porta potties on the festival grounds. Once inside, she felt someone push the back of the porta potty, then push it harder a second time, toppling it forward with the victim inside, who landed on the door with the contents spilling over her.

“It was traumatizing. That is something that nobody should ever do to anybody. I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy,” she told The Pioneer.

Just as quickly as it happened, several people immediately came to her aid, lifting the outhouse off

her and shielding her from view. She said that the people who helped her told her they saw a woman push it over.

“It was terrible, I just want this person to be caught,” she said. “I don’t think anybody should get away with this. I can understand playing a nasty joke on someone, but that’s malicious, that’s not even a joke.”

“Invermere Music Festival (IMF) organizers were appalled at what happened,” said IMF volunteer director Claire Crawford. “We apologize for this happening and unfortunately we were unable to identify the person who did this. Hopefully someone can come forward with information.”

The RCMP is investigating the matter. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Columbia Valley RCMP Detachment or, if they wish to remain anonymous, to call the Crime Stoppers 24/7 tip line at 1-800-222-8477.

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I grew up in a village in central Ontario known as Bobcaygeon. And by grew up, I mean that literally. It was in this cottage country community that I went from being a fivefoot nothing tweener to the six feet three inches I am today.

My grandparents had a home on Dunn Street, just a short walk to the Kawartha Dairy. Grandpa taught me how to fish, play the piano and appreciate music. My sister and I gave away our mother as she married our stepfather at Knox Presbyterian Church. It was where my Opa taught me that it was okay to fail, and that it was through failure that we may have our greatest successes. And it was in Bobcaygeon where I first heard the music of Gord Downie and The Tragically Hip. These were some of the thoughts that went through my mind this past weekend at the Invermere MusicFest where a group of acquaintances began talking about the Tragically Hip’s finale in Kingston that evening. One gentleman asked, “What was the big deal?” Another friend had asked a similar question on her Facebook page.

Well, I believe it is a big deal. Why? Downie was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer earlier this year. In his life, he has written some of Canada’s most iconic songs.

Songs such as Bobcaygeon, Fiddler’s Green or Ahead By A Century are perfect examples of how his music connected many of us as Canadians.

Before Mr. Downie got up on stage that night, quite possibly for the last time, I was reminded of my connection to Bobcaygeon and how that village is not unlike the communities of the Columbia Valley. I am also very grateful that we as a country had the opportunity to celebrate Downie’s life and his music before this horrible disease takes him away from us. He is and will continue to be an inspiration. Thank you, Gord.

Historical Lens Relaxing in Radium In this photo circa 1914, bathers enjoy the Radium Hot Springs pool. Pictured in the group is Dorthy Parson holding the baby. In the background are the change house and a log footbridge. If you have any more information, e-mail us at info@ columbiavalleypioneer.com.

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In last week’s story “Life changes with the crack of a tree” (August 19th Pioneer) about Katie Milligen’s camping accident, Katie’s mother was erroneously referred to as Jackie when her name is in fact Maggie.

The Pioneer apologizes for the error.

Apply the ‘Two Second Rule’ Dear Editor: An excellent editorial re: the common driving problem of “following too close” or “tailgating” (August 19th Pioneer).

There is an easy method to ensure that you are not “tailgating”, known as the “Two Second Rule”. This rule does not require any math skills, and is easy to follow. This rule is taught by many driving instructors.

To apply this rule, while following the vehicle ahead, note when the vehicle ahead of you passes a pole, or a white road marker, then slowly count two seconds. If your vehicle reaches this same spot earlier than two seconds, you are probably “tailgating”.

This method works at any speed and, if followed,

gives you probably enough time to brake safely in an emergency.

Large trucks and vehicles towing large RVs should follow the “Four Second Rule”, since these vehicles, due to their large weight, take longer to stop than an automobile. The “Four Second Rule” (or longer) should also be followed in snowy or icy road conditions.

If more drivers followed these easy-to-apply rules, there would probably be fewer accidents on our highways.

Thanks again Nicole for your editorial.

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Parks petition growing Dear Editor: Thank you to The Pioneer for printing the article on the ongoing trail maintenance issues within Kooteny National Park (“Unauthorized trail builder faces charges” in the August 19th Pioneer). It has generated a lot of interest and concerns and discussion about the longstanding lack of maintenance within the National Park systems. Long-standing meaning at least four decades of neglect; lack of maintenance to the point that some locations are close to simply being dangerous to the well-being of a hiker’s limbs. The four-foot wide path built initially has generally deteriorated to an overgrown goat path of an 18-inch width.

CBC contacted me through The Pioneer article and conducted a long interview, some of which was aired on the CBC the morning of August 23rd, 2016.

From that interview and the article, I have had further direct contact from others wanting to sign the petition and to host the same in their particular areas.

These trails in the Rockies and specifically Kooteny National Park have been neglected and degraded far below National Parks’ own trail specifications.

Towards my defense against the ticket Parks wardens issued in April, I have requested the Trail Specifications for the parks and was denied by the trails and management supervisors within Parks. I have had to apply through the Freedom of Information Access process. From what I have been told, they might have a response in early September. I applied in May of this year.

Parks Canada is able to spend multi-

ple millions of dollars towards fencing on our highways. They are willing to spend $60 million for a paved bicycle path from Jasper to Lake Louise, but not $1 million to fix all the trails within the systems back to their own trail specifications.

And this is wrong, both morally, ethically and possibly legally. And that is why I have taken it upon myself to volunteer my time and efforts to right a systemic wrong within our Parks. That is why I have spent the amount of time and effort over the last three years to improve trails for hikers of Canada in our National Parks System. It is my Give Back. And they give me a ticket?

I am looking for like-minded concerned folks to host this petition calling on the Minister of Environment to expedite, speed up and actually get to work on our trail systems within the Western Region of our National Parks.

Kootenay-Columbia MP and NDP National Parks Critic Wayne Stetski has agreed to present at the next sitting the entire petition to the Minister in Ottawa with accompanying letters and photos.

Folks can contact me through my email address here in Radium Hot Springs — davidpacey09@gmail.com — and I will be more than willing and pleased to forward the three-page document of signatures for presentation.

Thanks to The Pioneer for making this more public. We have known for years that things are not right in our National Parks. Now many more do as well.

Sincerely, David R. Pacey Radium Hot Springs

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Trail builder praised Dear Editor:

Scholarships for College/University students pursuing careers in health related fields The Invermere Health Care Auxiliary, at discretion, will be awarding a scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to a student entering a second or subsequent year of a health program at a recognized post-secondary institution. Preference will be given to students who have attended David Thompson Secondary School, Invermere, B.C. and who have been junior volunteers at the Invermere and District Hospital, Columbia House or other health related fields.

May I be amongst the first to commend with the highest possible praise the volunteer trail building work of David Pacey — whom I don’t know, and have never heard of until I read about his upcoming court appearance in this paper the other day (“Unauthorized trail builder faces charges” in the August 19th Pioneer). His publicspirited actions are an inspiration and a sad reminder of what we’ve lost.

May I also take advantage of the opportunity — too perfect to miss — to point out to Parks Canada that this little episode confirms all our worst suspicions about what a meddling, bureaucratic, rule-book bound and, essentially, brainless bunch they must surely be: if they had tried to make themselves look completely stupid, they could not have succeeded better.

My advice to Parks Canada: drop the case, give the man some tools, and get the hell out of his way, you idiots!

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Radium CAO recognized

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“When I was a young boy, I remember seeing a picture of Bugaboo Spire and looking on the map and thinking, ‘Well, I’ll The chief administrative officer for the never ever go there, that’s out of the way.’

Village of Radium Hot Springs has been That sort of caught my interest — the more honoured by the Local Government ManI researched Radium Hot Springs and I agement Association (LGMA) for his sercontacted Mayor Greg Deck and spoke to vice in municipal work. Mark Read was recstaff members, I realized that this might be ognized at the Radium Hot Springs council a real opportunity for me,” he said. meeting on Wednesday, August 17th with Mr. Read, his wife, and their two Radium mayor Clara Reinhardt presenting youngest children drove 3,500 kilometres to him with a pin from the LGMA commemget to Radium for the interview. That same Mark Read orating his 25 years working in the industry. day Mr. Read faxed his resignation home.

When Mr. Read graduated from York Moving to Radium within a month of getUniversity with a political science and international rela- ting the position in 2002, Mr. Read hasn’t looked back. tions degree, he never dreamed he’d end up working in “I’ve been very happy here. There are no other communicipalities. munities out there that really interest me. I like the culture, His original intention was to become a lawyer. When I like the smaller community and I love where we’re posihe realized he didn’t have the demeanour for it, his career tioned geographically for recreational pursuits,” he said. plan changed. He moved to Manitoulin Island where he had As the CAO for Radium Hot Springs, Mr. Read has dreams to start a canoe and kayaking manufacturing busi- worked alongside five different councils to implement their ness. Mr. Read created a business plan and applied for grants, policies and decisions. His role allows him to advise council but didn’t receive the grants he needed to open the business. and provide direction when needed. As chief administrative “I was working as a timber cutter in the forestry in- officer, his primary responsibility is head of staff, ensuring dustry and also I had a boat repair business that I was run- management is efficient, organized and successful in conning myself. An internship opportunity came up with the tinuing the operations of the municipality. Throughout his local municipality. I applied and I was hired as the deputy 25 years working for municipalities, Mr. Read said the bigclerk and that was my start,” he said. gest change for CAOs has been public engagement.

Mr. Read began his long career in municipal work at “This is very much an age where an individual will the Billings Township in Ontario as deputy clerk. From send an email in the morning and expect an answer by there, he moved into a clerk-treasurer position at the lunch. That element of my job eats up a lot of time, but township of central Manitoulin. certainly is very important,” he said.

As an avid climber, Mr. Read and his climbing partOver the past 25 years, Mr. Read has worked on many ner would save up for climbing trips out west. municipal projects, but says the process for building a new “Every couple years, we would come out west to go community hall in Radium has been one of the most inclimbing and do alpinism in the Rockies. I was coming to teresting and unique projects he’s worked on. As for his the realization that wasn’t satisfying my need — I wanted future in municipality work, Mr. Read plans to continue to be positioned in the mountains,” he said. until retirement.

One day he came across a job advertisement for the “Municipal work doesn’t seem to be a very interesting chief administrative officer position in the Village of Ra- career from the perspective of the public. It does have its dium Hot Springs. Mr. Read was intrigued by the oppor- challenges, but it is also very, very rewarding. Municipalitunity; even more so after looking at Radium on a map ties provide many services and infrastructure that become and seeing it’s proximity to the Bugaboos. the foundation of communities,” he said.

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Resident disputes MOT over horse carriage permit of way, primarily Houlgrave Road, to train carriage horses and people to drive those carriage horses,” Rocky Mountain District highway manager Jack Bennetto wrote to Mr. Paagman. “While the ministry in some cases is able to support multi-use activities within A Toby Benches resident who drives horse carriages on Houlgrave Road has be- its rights of way, this does not mean it can approve potentially high-risk activities, such as those detailed above, without being able to ensure such activities do not pose a safety hazcome embroiled in a dispute with the provincial Ministry of Transportation (MOT).

Gerard Paagman and his family live at the end of Houlgrave Road (a gravel road), and ard to the travelling public, and that any liability risks have been adequately dealt with.”

Mr. Bennetto then sent Mr. Paagman an application for a permit to conduct his for the past 18 years have been riding and driving their Friesian horses and carriages along it.

“We use (the horses) for the movie industry, sports and some different events,” Mr. activities.

“Because you are already operating this Paagman told The Pioneer, adding he even business, it is obviously in your best interused them to escort then-Prime Minster “I can’t find anything in the (Motor Vehicle) Act that tells me I need ests to deal with this permit as quickly as Steven Harper and Governor General Daextra insurance and an event permit to drive horse carriages.” possible, in any event you will be unable to vid Johnston in Calgary four years ago and continue with your operations beyond Auhas twice been the North American Carriage Gerard Paagman Driving champion. gust 10th, 2016 unless you have the proper Toby Benches resident permit and insurance in place,” wrote Mr. “And now, suddenly, the ministry is tellBennetto on July 29th. ing me we have to get extra insurance plus an “I sent the RCMP a copy of the correspondence, told the officer I was going to drive event permit if we want to continue riding and driving our horses on Houlgrave Road,” he said. “I’m not a lawyer, but I do think the Motor Vehicle Act was made for all users a team of horses on August 11th, and asked him if he was going to give me a ticket for of highways and roads, and I can’t find anything in the act that tells me I need extra riding and driving my horses on Houlgrave Road, but he said he doesn’t want to do that,” Mr. Paagman told The Pioneer on Wednesday, August 17th. “I still hope we will get a insurance and an event permit to drive horse carriages.”

The issue began when Mr. Paagman contacted the ministry earlier this year about ticket at some point, which will give me the opportunity to bring it to court. It’s impormaintenance problems on Houlgrave Road. Through the ensuing email correspon- tant — not only for me, but for a lot of people in B.C. — to gets some clearance on the dence, the ministry learned that Mr. Paagman runs horse carriage activities on the road subject. A lot of people in this province drive horse carriages on public roads.”

Mr. Paagman said he puts up the signs every summer “to let people know we are and that he had placed signs up warning motor vehicle drivers about the presence of driving horse carriages there, because it is a slow-moving vehicle.” horse carriages on the road.

The Pioneer contacted the ministry on the matter, but did not get comment prior “You have recently sent our ministry email correspondence advising us that you are operating a ‘thriving business’, in your words, utilizing Ministry of Transportation rights to press deadline.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY

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Vibrant veterans

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On Tuesday, August 23rd, local author Elinor Florence (left) presented copies of her second book, My Favourite Veterans, to Jim Ashworth, 97, and Joy Bond, 98 — two of the veterans who Ms. Florence features in her book. See page 12 for the full story.

Photo by Nikki Fredrikson

Out & About Your weekly guide to what’s happening around the Columbia Valley PAGE 13

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12 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

August 26, 2016

Nine local veterans featured in Florence’s new book

By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff The Columbia Valley is home to many veterans and for some, their contributions by serving the country are being recognized. Elinor Florence’s latest book, My Favourite Veterans, features true stories from Canadian men and women serving in the armed forces during the Second World War, including nine veterans from the Columbia Valley with two of them still living to see the book. My Favourite Veterans is Ms. Florence’s second book (the first being Canadian bestselling novel Bird’s Eye View), which she chose to self-publish, allowing her control over the creation of the book. It contains 28 of her posts from her blog, Wartime Wednesdays (a link to the blog can be found on The Pioneer website beneath the online poll).

“It was strictly a time factor because if you go the traditional publishing route it takes (time). For my novel, it took two years because some of my veterans are getting older, I wanted to have the book in their hands as quickly as possible,” said Ms. Florence.

Surviving veterans from the Columbia Valley included in the book are Jim Ashworth, 97, and Joy Bond, who turned 98 on August 24th. Both received signed copies of the book from Ms. Florence this past week. Having self-published, Ms. Florence is able to

call herself a hybrid author having been traditionally published and self-published. With her most recent book, she found herself using her journalistic skills to research and conduct the interviews.

“I’m a non-fiction writer primarily, being a journalist, so the fiction was a bit more of a departure for me although I really enjoyed it. This one was easier in a way because I know how to interview people and research,” she said.

The interviews were all conducted while Ms. Florence was creating her first novel as background and research. The experiences of the veterans gave her insight into what being in the armed forces was really like; she heard stories and encounters that one would never find in the history books. As she was waiting for Bird’s Eye View to be published, she decided that the veterans’ stories were so interesting that she wanted to do something with them.

“I thought, ‘I have such good material and such interesting stories from these veterans, I’m just going to start my own website and I’m going to start posting them on my website.’ Since my novel came out in 2014, the blog has kind of taken on a life of its own because now I keep meeting more veterans and interviewing more veterans,” said Ms. Florence.

Putting together the book was not as easy as she first anticipated, having to prepare the photographs for

print and double check for accuracy. Of the 28 veterans featured in the book, nine were women and she found the women needed more coaxing during the interviews.

“I interviewed a number of female veterans, women are so modest that you have to drag it out of them.

They say, ‘Oh, I didn’t do that much, no one wants to know about me.’ I really had to coax the women a lot harder to tell their stories. I think it’s a generational thing,” said Ms. Florence.

Her novel Bird’s Eye View was the only novel to ever be written about Canadian women in uniform and she continued to showcase women’s contributions throughout her latest book.

“With both my novel and with this book, I really wanted to shine a light on women’s contribution to the war effort. There were 50,000 Canadian women in uniform in World War II. They were the very first women ever to serve in the armed forces; 1941 is the first year women were allowed to serve. I think they’ve been largely overlooked in the history books,” said Ms. Florence.

My Favourite Veterans features photos of all the veterans and is printed in a larger font for easy reading.

The book will be available at the Invermere Farmers and Artists Market on Saturday, August 27th and is also available on Amazon. Anyone interested in a copy can also contact Ms. Florence directly at elinor1@telus.net.

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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.

• 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Invermere Farmers & Artists Market in downtown Invermere. Saturdays until Sept. 10th.

• 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Branch 71 Legion Market - Crafts, Baking, Home Based Businesses, BBQ and more.

• 6:30 p.m.: Meat Draw and 50/50 at Branch 71 Legion in Invermere. Every Saturday.

LA CABINA DAILY SPECIALS Wednesday Homemade Lasagna Soup or salad to start $17

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Friday, August 26th • Lake Windermere Rod and Gun Club Bugaboo Blast weekend registered clay event. Visit lwdrodgun. com for details.

• Effusion Art Gallery Summer Creative Series featuring artist Caio Paagman. Also August 27th.

• 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Junior Naturalist Program for children ages 6-12, on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at Redstreak Campground Theatre until Aug. 27th. Cost $5 per child. Call 250-347-6525.

• 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.: Artym Gallery Maya Eventov exhibition with artist in attendance from 5 - 8 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Show continues until September 1st.

• 11 a.m.: Pop-up Story Time is taking place at Mount Nelson Athletic Park in Invermere. Weather dependent. For more details or directions visit invermere.bclibrary.ca or call 250-342-6416.

• 12 - 8 p.m.: Second Annual Art Walk. Stroll through seven Invermere Art Galleries and Studios every Friday until Sept. 2nd.

• 4 - 9 p.m.: Music and Market on Main in Radium every Friday in August. Market from 4 - 9 p.m., Music from 7 - 9 p.m. Visit radiumhotsprings.com for details.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Invermere Roller Rink at the Curling Centre every Friday. Also Sundays 2 to 5 p.m. Cost $5.

Saturday, August 27th • 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Wild Nature Tours - Hike to Jumbo Pass, hosted by Wildsight. See the beauty during this must-do moderate day hike in the Columbia Valley, lead by accomplished local hiker Mike Baker. Kids $15, adults $25. www.wildnaturetours.ca/invermere.

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• 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Customer Appreciation Day at Canal Flats Family Pantry. Face painting, free burgers, smokies, prizes and more.

• 9 p.m.: Valley Forged plays at the Farside in Fairmont.

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• 12 - 4 p.m.: Summer’s end Market in the main courtyard of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Local vendors, artisans, face painting, live music by L8 and more!

• 7 p.m.: The Baltics: Overcoming Occupation - A Slideshow from Cheryl Goodwin at Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

• 10 p.m. - 2 a.m.: DJ Juice hosting the “End Of Summer” DJ Dance Party at the Farside in Fairmont.

Tuesday, September 6th • 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Art Show at Pynelogs featuring Sandy Orsten, Alistair Rance, Sebastian Bell, Robert Pohl & Robert Michiel. Show continues till Sept. 18th.

Sunday, August 28th • 8 - 11 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast/Bake Sale/Craft Market at Edgewater Hall. Hosted by Edgewater Rec Board. For Info or Vendor Table, call Karel 250-3470085 or 250-342-1746.

Thursday, September 8th • 7 - 9 p.m.: Artist Party featuring Sandy Orsten, Alistair Rance, Sebastian Bell, Robert Pohl & Robert Michiel at Pynelogs Art Gallery.

Monday, August 29th

Saturday, September 10th

• 7 p.m.: Open Ultimate Frisbee every Monday at JA Laird Elementary School. For more information contact Justin at invermereultimate@gmail.com.

• Dusk: Movies in the Mountains at Pothole Park, downtown Invermere. Every Monday in August.

• 9 a.m.: Adventure Paddle School is holding a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) race for adults and also one for kids 10-17 years of age. For full details and to register visit www.AdventurePaddleSchool.com. Must be a confident swimmer.

Sunday, September 11th

Wednesday, August 31st • 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Curling Centre.

Thursday, September 1st • Windermere Valley Museum fall hours begin. Open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• 5 - 6 p.m.: Wine tasting at the FHS Resort every Thursday. $15 per person or $25 for two.

Friday, September 2nd • 9 p.m.: Valley Forged plays at the Farside in Fairmont.

• 5 p.m.: European Dinner at Branch 199 Legion in Edgewater including cabbage rolls, perogies, borsch, platz and more! Cocktails at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. $18/person. Advance tickets only, available at Pips Country Store in Edgewater, Mountainside Market in Radium, Green Andruschuk office in Invermere or call 250-347-9768 or 250-347-0044.

Monday, September 12th • 6 - 7:30 p.m.: The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is running a 10-week bereavement support group every Monday from September 12th to November 14th at the Hospice Office in Frater Landing. Contact the office to register 250-688-1143.

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August 26, 2016

Invermere MusicFest The 4th annual Invermere MusicFest was a full weekend experience, with a dance party on Friday, August 19th, performances Saturday, August 20th, and workshops on Sunday, August 21st. This year’s festival featured 10 bands from a variety of genres performing on the Greenspace at Kinsmen Beach. Clockwise from top right: Members from the Vancouver-based band Bend Sinister pumped up the crowd during Saturday night’s performance; High Kicks, a duo from Calgary, helped kick off the weekend while performing at Friday’s dance party; Sean and John Cronin performed together; Leah Shoemaker hula hooped to the tunes; Big Eli B Blues Band kicked off Saturday’s performances; Annie Lou brought traditional bluegrass country music to the festival; JJ Shipplett wooed the audience; Petunia lead singer with his band the Vipers yodelled and played a mix of ragtime, hillbilly and western.

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Artful, abstract, amazing Submitted by Artym Gallery Internationally known Toronto-based artist Maya Eventov returns to The Artym Gallery this weekend for her solo show.

One of the Artym Galleries top artists, Eventov is known for her palette knife painting style. By using palette knives of different sizes and acrylic paint, she lays the texture on canvas and then carves into the paint. The result is a rich, dimensional scene that has a glossy “still wet” look that the viewer just wants to reach into and touch.

That’s OK with Maya; she encourages people to explore her work as you would a sculpture.

Eventov has painted many different series of works in her 15 years of showing at The Artym. Each one continues to evolve, refine, and Colours of Summer by Maya grow in detail. The Eventov Birch Tree series that has inspired so many other painters now has a new “looking up” perspective with richer, earthier tones.

The always popular Mediterranean Cafe paintings that depict the lifestyle we all wish we had has now transitioned into street scenes of the larger European cities. Eventov also does wonderful roman-

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Moody Afternoon by Maya Eventov tic paintings of wild flowers, poppies and grasses. These paintings now have a larger array of colours and flowers.

The newest series of works are the abstract paintings.

Typically, the words “abstract painting” tend to scare away newcomers to the world of collecting original art. The style can be intimidating by the lack of visual recognition and the haughty hype of yesteryear. Not these — Maya’s works have warm colours, soft backgrounds, and texture, texture, texture! They spark the inquisitive side of the viewer. “What do you see?” and “It just makes me feel happier” are frequent responses.

All of these works and Maya will be at the gallery tonight (Friday, August 26th) from 5 to 8 p.m. and Maya will be back at the gallery again Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. meeting clients and answering questions. The show continues until September 1st. If you can’t attend this show, all works are online at www.artymgallery.com.

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August 26, 2016

Former Ontario attorney general presenting

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff The Shuswap Indian Band is bringing former Ontario attorney general Michael Bryant to the valley for a speaking engagement later this month.

Mr. Bryant will be here Thursday, September 15th at Copper Point Resort, giving his presentation, 28 Seconds: A True Story of Addiction, Tragedy and Hope.

“It will be an eye-opening tale of tragedy and addiction,” said Shuswap Indian Band community support work and communications co-ordinator Morgan Floesser. “We wanted to bring somebody to speak, searched through Speakers Spotlight (a website that functions almost as a database of Canadian public speakers, highlighting their area of expertise) and found him there.”

Ms. Floesser added that the presentation is based on Mr. Bryant’s book of the same name, and that a book signing will be held after the speech.

Mr. Bryant first came to public attention for his decade-long stint in Ontario provincial politics (often “Reverse logo for use on darker backgrounds (black background for reference only described by media outlets as a meteoric rise), capped - not part of the ”logo”): by him becoming the province’s youngest ever Attorney

General in 2003. During his time as Attorney General, Mr. Bryant cultivated a tough-on-crime image and developed a reputation as a media-savvy, ambitious man, frequently in the limelight and quick to reel off zipping sound bites.

He cracked down hard on the illegal street racing that plagued the Toronto area in the mid2000s, devising a photo op of seized cars that had been souped up for street racing being crushed by a backhoe. Controversy ensued when he banned pit bulls in Ontario, following a dramatic incident in which two pit bulls attacked a Toronto man.

He pushed for a total handgun ban, and generated controversy on this matter too, after he quietly set up a seemingly independent website devoted to the cause called No Gun, No Funeral. When several media outlets, as well as his opponents of a handgun ban, took him to task for not making clear the website’s links to his office, he glibly fired back: “It’s bizarre that people who don’t want to register their guns think I should register my website as a dangerous weapon.”

Eventually, these moves where overshadowed by the growing tension and acrimony between Mr. Bryant and then-Ontario premier Dalton McGuinty, with the eventual result of Mr. Bryant quitting politics in 2009 and taking up a job as chief executive officer of the newly created Invest Toronto (an organization dedicated to at-

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A few months after jumping to the private sector, Mr. Bryant was again in the headlines after getting involved in an argument with bike courier Darcy Allan Sheppard while driving his convertible down Bloor Street in Toronto. The argument escalated to the point where Mr. Bryant ended up driving down the street with Mr. Sheppard hanging off the side of his convertible, before Mr. Sheppard’s torso struck a fire hydrant and he was torn from the vehicle. Mr. Sheppard died from the injuries he sustained, and Mr. Bryant was arrested and charged with criminal negligence causing death, and dangerous driving causing death. Eyewitness accounts varied, some painting Mr. Sheppard as the aggressor and others placing blame on Mr. Bryant.

A media flurry ensued and eventually the trial ended with all charges against Mr. Bryant being withdrawn (the prosecutor said “there was no reasonable chance of conviction”), but, by that point, Mr. Bryant had already resigned from Invest Toronto.

The book and presentation, as the title alludes, deals extensively with the incident that led to the charges and the aftermath that followed. It also deals with alcoholism, which Mr. Bryant had quietly battled for years, up to and including some of his time as Attorney General.

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Photographer sheds light on the unknown Baltics agrarian countryside. Along the way, she stopped at 14th century castles, windmills, museums, lighthouses and one concentration camp located just outside of the capital city of Latvia, Riga.

For many people, mentioning the Baltics as a reShe said that the one constant throughout her gion in the world can lead to widespread confusion as journey between the three countries was how resilient to its exact geographic location. Thankfully, photogthey were facing oppression from many regimes, that rapher and storyteller Cheryl Goodwin has devoted most notably included the Soviet Union and Nazi her time to travelling the area in hopes of educating Germany. This is one of the main messages she will people on the history of the region. try to convey to those attending her presentation.

She will be hosting a slideshow presentation of her “(It’s about) exploring Eastern Europe and a relajourney, titled “The Baltics: Overcoming Occupation”, tively unknown part of Eastern Europe and to see the at Pynelogs on Sunday, September 4th starting at 7 p.m. resiliency and the beautiful energy that the people For those unfamiliar with the region, the Baltic States are located in north-central Europe, along the have who have come through so much,” she said. “We eastern edge of the Baltic Sea and along the western REMOTE RUINS —Photographer Cheryl Goodwin’s most recent ex- have no idea in North America what it’s like, unless border of the Russian Federation and the country of hibit, currently on display at Pynelogs, features the history, culture and you’re a Native American, to be occupied. ThroughBelarus. The countries that make up the region, which people of the Baltic States.

Photo by Cheryl Goodwin out all of this, they have managed to maintain their own culture and to persevere and appreciate.”

Ms. Goodwin travelled to in the summer of 2015, inGiven the uncertainty in the Middle East and Europe in places like Ukraine and Rusclude Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, all of which gained their independence from the fall sia, she said it’s important to understand the history of the region and why NATO is there. of the Soviet Union in 1991.

“I think it’s important we know what we’re there doing and what we’re there to proMs. Goodwin said she was looking for a new area to explore in Europe that would tect and I think it’s very timely that people realize that rather than just reading about it in offer a presentation unique from her past photography presentations.

“I wanted to show the history and what I saw there and just the people and culture,” a newspaper and not really understanding anything about the history,” she said. “We’re she said. “This show isn’t about climbing mountains and some of the other stuff I do in all human, right, regardless of the privilege of where we were born.”

Those looking to attend the event are invited to Pynelogs at 7 p.m. with admisshows, but it definitely is a cultural journey through the countries.”

Ms. Goodwin said her itinerary on the trip was a mix of UNESCO (United Nations sion by donation. The photography exhibit from her trip will be open to the public at Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) historical city centres and the remote Pynelogs until that time.

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Crescent Hotel growing its green side

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff A Radium Hot Springs couple has been taking significant steps to make the motel they own as environmentally friendly as possible.

Silvia and Bjorn Fahrion have been running the Crescent Motel in Radium for six years and this past July they installed 39 solar panels on their building.

They then followed that up by putting in an electric car charging station this month.

“The solar panels and car charger we put in because we wanted to do something for future generations,” Mrs. Fahrion told The Pioneer. “We have always tried to do things as ‘green’ as possible.

For instance, by making sure we use only natural cleaning products, and by putting only organic, biodegradable shampoos in the rooms. This seems a logical next step for us to take.”

The solar panels were put in by Virtuoso Electrical Ltd. (the same company also did the wiring for the car charger) and the Fahrions have been impressed with the panels so far.

“They seem to be producing quite a lot of power. Even though we have been pretty much full at the motel (since the solar panels were installed), we have been producing more power than we need,” said Mrs. Fahrion, adding they wouldn’t know for certain until the end of the year, but she estimates that the solar panels will provide as much as a third of the motel’s year-round energy needs.

“We estimate we will recoup our costs on the panels in 10 years,” she said, adding the couple decided to put in the electric car charger because there wasn’t another one that they were aware of in Radium.

“There is nothing for charging electric cars in Radium. People who have electric cars aren’t bringing them here. We thought, ‘Somebody has to start’,” she said.

The limited range of fully electric cars (most can only go 80 kilometres to 130

POWERFUL PANELS — The owners of Radium’s Crescent Hotel have greened up their business with solar panels (above) and an electric car charger (below).

Photos submitted kilometres without a charge-up) is a problem in trying to attract them to the valley, said Mrs. Fahrion.

“There’s one in Banff, but to make it through the park from Banff to Radium, you can’t really do that. There needs to be a car charger in the park,” she said, adding that fully electric cars with longer ranges (which will soon be on the market) as well as hybrids, could overcome this problem.

Mrs. Fahrion said she’s seen a few electric cars in the valley, but none have yet stopped by the motel’s charging station for a zap up.

“We are still waiting for our first customer,” she said, but added that she and Bjorn could soon be making use of their own charging station, since they are considering buying an electric car.

“We will look at them in the fall, when we’re not as busy. We want to look and see if there is something that could work for us,” she said.

To learn more, find then on Facebook at “Crescent Motel” or call 250-347-9570.

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Master ringmaster from Invermere shines in Rio known as Pedro, not his birth name Peter — was a great experiEvery four years, ence catching up with the Olympics, summany old friends. mer or winter, fea“I like to say it’s ture the remarkable kind of like homeaccomplishments by coming,” he said. the Games’ athletes.

“There are so many Lost behind those OLYMPIC OFFICIAL — For ringmas- friends who I’ve headlines are people ter Pedro Cebulka of Invermere, the Rio worked with and they like Invermere’s Pedro Games were his sixth Olympic Games. come and introduce Photos courtesy of Pedro Cebulka themselves and say Cebulka who made his sixth Olympics appearance at the Rio they’ve met me at all these different places Games working as a ringmaster for the and it’s so nice to meet people with all the equestrian events. same interests.”

Growing up in Germany, Mr. CebWhat he enjoys most, he said, is the ulka didn’t always dream of becoming a ability to communicate with the best crop ringmaster. Instead, he started his profes- of riders in the world while watching them sional career as a banker before travelling achieve their life-long dreams. Although to Brazil in 1976 where he stayed for five he’s worked as a ringmaster for 40 years months. It was there that he decided bank- now, he’s quick to point out that it takes ing was no longer the route for him, dis- years to achieve this level of success just as covering an interest in show jumping upon it does for the world-class athletes compethis arrival in Canada a year later. ing at the Olympics.

Since then, Mr. Cebulka has worked “It doesn’t matter what you do with relentlessly to become one of the top ring- your life, when you work with the best in masters around the world, getting his first the world in their field, you always learn chance at an Olympic venue during the something,” he said. “If you go out run1996 summer games in Atlanta. Since then ning with Usain Bolt, you’re definitely he’s made stops at each successive Olympic going to learn something, but I was lucky Games including Australia, Greece, China enough and fortunate enough to get this and the United Kingdom before being in- position and you learn from dedication. vited to Rio de Janeiro.

You don’t get a gold medal by just being Despite the headlines surrounding this lucky once. There’s a lifetime of dedication year’s Games, Mr. Cebulka said his experi- and commitment, hardships and things ence in Rio was nothing like the negative you cannot do. Often people see all the perception many had of the event. glory but 99 per cent of the time you lose “There was some talk about Rio not and one per cent you win.” being ready with this venue and that venue Arriving back to Canada this past week, and corruption, but when I got there I Mr. Cebulka said he has already been asked thought that everything and is planning to attend was fine,” he said. “This the next summer games is my sixth Olympics held in Tokyo, Japan and I have to say this (in four years from now.

Rio) has to be the nic“As long as I can do est, the cleanest, most it, I will do it and once spacious stables of any I see that I’m missing of them and that was things as I get older, voiced by all of the inthen I won’t do it beternational riders.” cause you have to be the Mr. Cebulka said best, you have to be top that travelling back of the world to be fair to Brazil — where to the athletes and not it all started for him ruin their chances at the and where he became competition,” he said.

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A home for Invermere Public Library – at last of many volumes” and the community Photo by Ruth Fast/Painted Sun Photography formed a library association. It was disbanded in 1932 and the books were sold with proceeds going the hospital. In 1950, books were borrowed from the BC Travelling Library —150 every four months — and housed in the Lake Windermere Community Centre. Books were available for one hour a week before the Friday picHave you noticed the big concrete structure at the ture show. In 1954, the Community LiColumbia Valley Centre construction site? The long- brary moved to the village office.

In 1963, the community library was time dream of a purpose-built library is finally being realized. The library will go up on the concrete base and incorporated as the Invermere Public Library Association. Books remained in the the tower is the Centre’s elevator.

Invermere’s library was incorporated 53 years ago, village office in glass cases, requiring a key but lending library services in the Valley began in 1924 to browse the collection. The first librarwhen Mrs. A. H. MacCarthy made “a generous gift ian, Leslie Wynder, cared for the library for 20 years.

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Imagine Invermere (II) is the District of Invermere’s Integrated Community Sustainability Plan that was developed to provide guidance towards a sustainable and resilient future for our community. The II ICSP identifies community priorities and strategies which guide decisions and actions towards the sustainability goals.

Membership on the committee will be for a two (2) year term from the date of appointment. To be eligible, you must be a resident of the District of Invermere. Successful candidates must possess a strong sense of community service, willingness to work respectfully as part of a team and have good communication skills.

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Recruiting community partners for Imagine Invermere and for meeting with existing partners to communicate success stories and to look for ways to move Invermere closer to its vision of sustainability; Reviewing the action inventory priority list (a component of Imagine Invermere ICSP) and making recommendations for action implementation; Organizing local activities and actions that promote sustainability and or move Invermere closer to its vision of sustainability contained within the ICSP; Liaising with residents who wish to discuss Imagine Invermere and its constituent parts including its sustainability objectives, community priorities, strategy areas and associated descriptions of success statements, action inventory implementation and monitoring; Planning the monitoring and annual reporting on Imagine Invermere; Considering sustainability issues or concerns referred to it by Council.

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Interested persons are invited to submit written applications on or before September 30, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. to: Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer 914 – 8th Avenue Box 339, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Email: cao@invermere.net • Phone: 250-342-9281 ext 1225

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selkirkapplrepair@hotmail.com

Cell: 250-341-7727 • Fax: 1-778-523-2426 • poolman-911@hotmail.com

WETT Certified

Sales ~ Service ~ Installation

UNIVERSAL DOORS & EXTERIORS Arnold Scheffer 250-342-6700

unidoorext@live.ca • unidoorext.ca

Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential

Visit our showroom!

Judy: (250) 341-1903

www.valleysolutions.ca valleysolutions@shaw.ca SOLUTIONS FOR THE VACATION HOME OWNER SINCE 2006

• House Checking • Complications • Details

Quality cabinets manufactured locally

Kathy Broadfoot 250-342-6264 335 Third Ave, Invermere, B.C.

Visit us on Facebook and houzz.com

Have something to say? Letters to the editor can be e-mailed to news@columbiavalleypioneer.com

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Local Lions celebrate Wasa Lions’ 40th Submitted by Lynda Devenish Fairmont and District Lions Club On Sunday, August 21st, members of the Fairmont and District Lions Club, the Golden Lions and the Windermere Lions Club travelled to Wasa in honour of the 40th anniversary of the Wasa Lions Club Charter.

To celebrate, the day started with a pancake breakfast followed by a Walkathon on Wasa’s eight-kilometre paved pathway around the lake.

Proceeds will go to Dog Guides Canada.

Later, we gathered for the grand opening of

Your Local

the Wasa Memorial Garden and the new columbarium. Many local residents turned up for this service. After touring the garden and the community hall, we were entertained by a group performing country music, had a challenge Bocci game with Fairmont Lion Ray Kolochuk and Leo Oliver Gust winning, and a barbecue of burgers, hot dogs, corn and salads.

This really was a most enjoyable day with our neighbours — the Wasa Lions Club, the Golden Lions and the Windermere Lions.

COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE

glennpomeroy@shaw.ca

Broker/Owner

Your greatest investment is worth a second opinion!

Glenn Pomeroy

RE/MAX Invermere Independently Owned and Operated

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

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

Professionals

Wende Brash

Buying or selling…

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

POWER TRIO — The three people responsible for the Memorial Gardens are (left to right): Bev Rauch, founding member of the Wasa and District Historical Society and founding member of the Wasa Lions Club; Sandy Kay, president of the Wasa and District Historical Society, who designed and planned the Memorial Gardens; and Harry Steindwand, director of the Wasa and District Historical Society and Memorial Gardens.

Photos submitted

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

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

HERE TO SERVE YOU SERVICES

SERVICES

SERVICES

Visit our showroom!

LAMBERT-KIPP

BOUTIQUE VACATION HOME MANAGEMENT RENTAL SERVICES

INTERIORS

Beat the heat.

We offer a full range of window coverings

P H A R M A C Y LT D .

Come in and browse our giftware

Tammy Heisler 250-342-6264 335 Third Ave, Invermere, B.C.

J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.)

Laura Kipp, Pharm D., Irena Shepard, B.Sc. (Pharm.)

Your Compounding Pharmacy Open Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere

250-342-6612

Visit us on Facebook and houzz.com

Golden Upholstery A family business since 1960 • Residential/Commercial • Recreational Vehicle • Blinds/Roller Shades and More

Patrick Parent 250-439-8074

goldenupholstery1960@gmail.com Box 53, Brisco, B.C. V0A 1B0

Serving the Columbia Valley and beyond.

(Formerly Dehart) NEW SEWER CAMERA

• • •

Call or visit online

PH: 1-888-711-ESCAPE (3722) • WEB: www.cobblestonecreek.ca

• Septic Tank Pumping • Portable Toilet Rentals

Complete sewer/drain repairs • Reasonable rates – Seniors’ discount • Speedy service – 7 days a week

“Proven and successful Management and Marketing Services for your Vacation Home” “Trip Advisor Vacation Rental of the Year 2011, 2012 and 2013”

A well maintained septic system should be pumped every 2-3 years Avoid costly repairs

Bruce Dehart 250.347.9803 or 250.342.5357

Tara Prosser RRT Respiratory Therapist PH: 1-877-965-6204 www.irscanada.ca

417 - 10th Ave. Invermere B.C. (downstairs in the Pharmasave building)

Sleepy? Snoring?

Always tired? We can help!

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Pioneer Classifieds

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

ANNOUNCEMENT Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere.

Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.

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

ANNOUNCEMENT

Born July 20th, 2016 In Kamloops, B.C. Drewen Charlie Gregory Fehr Proud Parents are: Amelia Jopp-Fehr and Darrell Fehr Proud Grandparents are: Gregory and Dagmar Jopp Shelly Lindsey and Ken Fagg

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Multi Family Yard Sale, 1265 Sunridge Rd., Windermere. Friday Aug 26th, 4 - 8 p.m., Sat Aug. 27th, 8 a.m. - 4p.m.

Blowout Garage Sale everything from A - Z. Saturday. Aug. 27th.

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (no early birds) 1401, 10th St.

Cheers to R.D.E.K. for recognizing the value of Jim Miller’s dedication to the fire service of the valley. It’s about time.

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Cheers to the management and staff of Pizzeria Mercato for great service, delicious pizza and for comping our upgrade of wine.

Definitely worth the drive from Fairmont.

Cheers to all hard working Red Streak campground staff! Jeers to tourists who think those hard working Parks Canada staff make the rules!

Cheers to those cyclists who obey Cheers to the Tomcat that towed us the rules of the road and ride in into Hidden Bay on Saturday single file. And a double Cheers evening. Your kindness was greatly for the motorists who slow down appreciated! Nice to see that or wait for it to be safe before marine etiquette is still alive and properly passing cyclists on the well in Windermere. Cheers from road to Panorama where there is no the American and enjoy the rest of shoulder. summer.

CHEERS &the JEERS

PERSONALS

Jeers to the business that gave me a quote on a item to be fixed at $120, then when picking up the completed project was dbl the price paid $250 cash and they wouldn’t give me a receipt! They cheated me and obviously without a receipt not claiming it on their taxes!

Trying to locate Denise Francore Invermere resident. Contact Bob S. at 250-426-5741 with any info of her whereabouts

Cheers to Sydney-Anne at AG Valley Foods for being generous and donating a case of plastic bags to the Thrift Store.

S OBITUARY S

Sponsored by

Cheers to Joe and Mary for being there for me in my time of need.

You are the best listeners and truly an answer to our prayers. Cheers for being so responsive and for just being you!

Jeers to drivers who do NOT give the legal 1 metre passing allowance for cyclists on the road. You have passed me more than once with only inches to spare. Share the road - there are a lot of cyclists here.

ANNOUNCEMENT She believed she could, and she did it!

Congratulations

George Michael Lucko 1937 – 2016

Erica Delorme on receiving your

George Lucko, born May 7, 1937 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2016 in Invermere at 79 years of age.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

The funeral for George will take place in September 2016. A full obituary will follow at that time.

from Mount Royal University and on passing the Registered Nurse examination.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

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

We are so very proud of you!

Love Mom, Dad, Victoria and Olivia.

Cheers! Cheers! And a round of applause for the hard working girls at Palliser Printing! Much appreciated from the Akisqnuk First Nation Community! We love the calendars in our Ktunaxa language!

A big Cheers to the R.D.E.K. for having the road to our Canal Flats transfer station paved. It is greatly appreciated by us Canal Flations.

Jeers. It used to be about culture, people and family. Stop putting lipstick on the donkey and start focusing on your most valuable resource. Us!!

Cheers to Leah Shoemaker and Simon Helmer for being amazing friends and beautiful individuals!

You guys make home feel not so far away.

Cheers to Leigh Anne and the BC Bat Program for your advice, genuine enthusiasm, incredible knowledge and obvious passion for bats! We appreciate your help to understand the bats living on our property.

Cheers to Invermere`s RONA and Home Hardware stores and Fairmont Bigway Foods for your participation in this year`s Columere Park Family B.B.Q. Your contributions and involvement helped make this one of the best Family B.B.Q.’s we have had. Much appreciated.

Cheers to the Fairmont & District Lions and Committee Chair Lion Tex Deagnon for holding a very successful garage sale. Also Cheers to all who donated items. Proceeds will go to help our projects in the Valley.

MEGA CHEERS & HUGS to the person who found and turned in my silver hoop earring that I lost at the Music Festival this past weekend!! What a fantastic surprise hearing it was found, much appreciated!

ANNOUNCEMENT

Lordy Lordy Look Who’s

40!

Happy Birthday Lewis. From, Mom, Cilla, kids and family!

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CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

LOST AND FOUND

OFFICE SPACE

COMMERCIAL SPACE

HOUSE FOR RENT

A most heartfelt CHEERS to all the wonderful staff at Konig Meats!

Every one of you make my weekly visits SO enjoyable; I leave with a smile every time! Your products are ‘second to none’! Even my puppies give you a “Paws-up” for all the yummies that Mom “accidentally” drops on the floor! A first-class business!

Cheers to the staff of Columbia House, who continue to do a wonderful job, in spite of what Interior Health is trying to do!

Lost: Toyota car key at or near No Frills store. Reward. Finder please phone 250-342-9388.

Radium Hot Springs office space for lease, starting at $300/mo including utilities. 1-403-559-9625.

Lost: Cell phone around Windermere Loop Rd./Golf Course.

If found, please call 250-342-5549.

Highway Frontage Office Space for rent. October 1st - April 31st. Ample parking, signage capabilities.

Perfect for winter tourism business. $1200/mo + hydro. 250-347-6595.

1490 sq. ft. of shop/retail space in Athalmer, 2 large overhead doors!, $1272/mo, all utilities included.

Newhouse Multi Storage, 250-3423637, newmulti@telus.net.

2-bdrm house in Invermere. Large deck, yard, family room and shop downstairs. Close to schools.

N/S, N/P, no partiers, references required. $1,100/mo. utilities incl. Please call 250-342-6904 to arrange for viewing.

Cheers to all my friends for sending me off in great style. To Maureen Brown and Lorna Robitaille for organizing and to Sylvia Robertson for the lovely flower arrangements.

To Margaret Dalton for the memory book and for always being there for me. I will think of you often and miss you all.

A huge JUMBO CHEER to Pat & Baiba Morrow for rescuing us when we had a “blow-out” problem in the backcountry last weekend. You made our day!

Cheers to Zach at the Fairmont RV park. You work your butt off and deserve some recognition.

Cheers to Cody Fuller of CF X-CAVATING and Summit Trail Makers Society for upgrading the access road and parking lot for the Brewer Creek hiking trail. The road is now in great shape and the parking area much larger. Much appreciated!

LOST AND FOUND Lost: Jean blanket on Kinsman beach. This patchwork quilt/ blanket has sentimental value and is important to my family. If you found it, please contact me!! 250688-0599. Thank you.

STORAGE

Lost: Kayak paddle somewhere between the river pullout at Radium and Invermere. If found, please call 250-342-2465.

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

1-bdrm, very clean, quiet, furnished apt. in Invermere, mature tenants only, 250-342-9636.

For lease: 2,000 sq. ft. office and warehouse space. Located at #5 108 Industrial Road #2. Phone Leo at 250-342-1177.

In Invermere modern 4-bdrm, 2 bath newer home. Wilder subdivision, large yard with storage shed. W/D, D/W, N/S, N/P. $1500/ mo. 250-342-3790.

AUCTION

Take notice that miscellaneous goods and chattels belonging to the following person and stored at Real Storage LP (Windermere) will be sold due to unpaid charges:

Wendall Chayer

Bring this ad in to our Windermere location for a

*20% discount on a new rental.

*Promotion ends December 1st, 2016.

REAL STORAGE (WINDERMERE) 1508 HIGHWAY 93/95 • 250-342-4494

Room for rent, shared kitchen and bathroom. $450/mo. includes cable and internet. Available Sept 15th.

250-342-6178.

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.

ONLINE AUCTION CONDUCTED BY

When he’s a keeper, but his stuff isn’t.

SHARED ACCOM

The sale will be on Thursday, September 15th 2016 via an online auction thru ibid4storage.com – www.ibid4storage.com.

The goods may be viewed commencing on September 2nd, 2016 All bids are for the entire contents of the storage unit.

Winning bidder will be contacted via ibid4storage.com for payment arrangements.

STORAGE

New House Multi Storage

BOAT & RV STORAGE

Conveniently located in the Invermere Industrial Park.

LOW RATES! DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE! We can park your trailer for you. 7 DAYS A WEEK ACCESS! Phone: 250-342-3637 Email: newmulti@telus.net

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

Windermere, furnished, 1-bdrm home, lovely yard, N/S, pets considered, references required. $700/mo. plus utilities. Available Sept. 1st - May 31st. 403-619-1540.

Animal Lovers: 2-bdrm farm house in Fairmont adjacent to Funtasia Fun Park. Available Oct. 15th - March 15th. $650/ mo + utilities, internet included, rental conditional to caring for animals in the park and light snow removal, time commitment 1 - 3hrs daily at $15/hr. Please call Joe or Tanya at 250-345-4511 or fairmontfuntasia@live.com.

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HOUSE FOR RENT

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

MISC FOR SALE

FIREWOOD

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

Downtown Invermere. 3-bdrm up and 2-bdrm down. 1 bath up and 1 bath down. Large multipurpose room formerly hair salon.

Large private deck. Storage shed.

Off street parking. N/S. Available immediately. $1450/mo + utilities.

Call Rick 250-342-3057(h), 250341-5572(c).

ELKHORN COUNTRY ESTATES

2 seater stroller with 1 rain/bug and shade screen. Walk or jogging wheels. $250 O.B.O. Call 250-3425585.

Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

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

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is looking for fun and enthusiastic individuals to fill positions as servers, cooks, dishwashers and hosts. We are hiring for full-time seasonal staff and would love to take a look at your resume.

All interested applicants please contact Kevin Smith at ksmith@ fhsr.com.

CONDO FOR RENT 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.

Radium Hot Springs Aspen Condo, main floor, 1375 sq. ft. with 2-bdrm + den, 2 bathroom, 2 parking stalls.

Washer and dryer, fully furnished.

Best mountain and Valley view in Radium. 20ft. Deck, asking $1150/ mo. Available. Sept 1st. 403-2642782 or 403-999-2783.

Invermere - Furnished Upper Level Condo, close to Downtown.

2-bdrm, 2 bathrooms. N/S, N/P, No Partiers. References please. $1,000/ mo. plus hydro. 403-978.4559.

Phase 2 now for sale, Windermere. Total of 8 acreages, 2 sold, 4.2 to 6 acres each. Starting at $169,000.

Separate individual graveled access roads, individual wells up to 30 gallons per minute, no building commitment.

Two minutes to golf course, five minutes to beach. Phone Elkhorn Ranch 250-342-1268.

HOUSE FOR SALE For Sale 1998 Mobile Home, open living design, on large corner lot in Radium Hot Springs. 2-bdrm, 2 full baths, large deck, addition, storage sheds and landscaped yard. All services, excellent water. Great starter or retirement home. $180,000 firm.

Call 250-341-5639 to view.

Downtown half duplex. 723-15 Street. Great lake view, revenue suite, close to all amenities and beach. $389,000. Property Guys ID #266535. 250-342-8662.

MISC FOR SALE

2007 kx85 two stroke dirt bike with monster decal kit, fmf fatty pipe, new chain and sprockets and rear tire, fast bike runs good. Call or text 250-341-5216 for more information.

Dock - Large, durable, polystyrene floating dock 5’ x 100’ with ramp, three fingers and bench.

Paid $85,000, ask $50,000. Delivery negotiable. Tub - deluxe, clawfoot, new, white, 66“x 40”, air jets with remote. $5000 new, ask $2800. Tanks - two 300 gal, used. $250 ea. Gates - Three pairs, steel, white. Each 10‘ x 7‘, $500 ea. pair.

Electronic gate - need FOB for pedestal with 15.5’ arm, $3200.

Shingles - metal, profile, forest green, used, 1000 sf, $1200. Firewood - $85/cord, “you cut”, D.fir.

Fairmont. Bob 403-861-2309.

Collectable: Magnavox stereo, walnut cabinet, excellent condition.

Brian Hoffos mirror, oak frame with woodcarvings. Two treadmills. All items best offer. 250-341-7150.

BOATS FOR SALE 2006 low mileage motorboat for sale - 190 HP with a new prop and detailing to come! $17,500 O.B.O. Call Dave at 403-255-2166 or 403816-0660.

VEHICLES FOR SALE 2005 Chrysler 300 limited, fully loaded, 200,000 kms, second owner, local car, 38 MPG. $5700, 250-341-6018.

RV LOTS FOR SALE Columbia River Wetlands RV Park.

Fully serviced, Year Round Titled RV Lots for sale. Columbia River and wetland access, 45 min north of Radium Hot Springs. Starting at $35,000, 250-348-2094.

SERVICES

Exerciser Tony Little’s GAZELLE FREESTYLE. Unit size: L-53”, W-33”, H-44” assembled. L-44”, W-33”, H-11” folded. $45, 250-345-6804.

Available Oct. 1st, Black Forest Village, 2-bdrm, 1.5 bath with single garage. N/S. References and damage deposit required. $1,000/ mo. plus utilities. Call or Text 1-403888-6801.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

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.

AJ Siding and Eavestrough Serving the Columbia Valley since 1993 • All types of siding • Soffit/Fascia • 5” Continuous eavestroughing • Eavestrough cleaning, inspection and repairs.

Free estimate, call Joe at 250-3427177.

TERESA ROGAL is back cutting hair and stronger than ever! Whiskey in a Teacup Salon is now open for business. I offer a a full hair service salon for men and women and children are welcome! My specialty is listening to your hair needs, with creative confidence I will update your look! Flexible hours to fit your schedule and mine! Call or text for an appt 250-688-0388

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.

FAIRMONT MOUNTAIN BUNGALOWS Hiring Housekeepers Part/ Full Time. $13 - 18/hr, staff accommodation available.

Please call 250-345-6365 or send resume to bungalows@ shaw.ca.

Always wanted to work at a golf course? Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is for you. We are always looking for enthusiastic individuals, full-time or part-time to join our Food & Beverage, Golf Shop & Golf Course Maintenance teams. Plus, enjoy free golf all season at our courses. Apply to David Sheedy at hr@fhsr.com or fax 250-345-6616.

F/T and or P/T Landscaper and maintenance help. Hard working, reliable, punctual. Req. immed.

250-270-0821.

JOIN OUR WINNING TEAM!

ANIMALS Looking for a good home for our pond fish. There are approximately 60 gold fish and one large koi. Call 250-345-6635.

250 US gallon tanks for sale.

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

LESSONS

PIANO AND THEORY LESSONS

All ages, beginner to grade 10 conservatory.

Registered teacher for 40 years.

A.R.C.T. L.T.C.L. Play for recitals, exams, festivals, or just for your own enjoyment.

Please call Linda Hookenson at 250-342-9286

Summer is half over and we’ve got positions available for motivated, hard-working individuals.

If you are looking to use your skills & energy at an organization which focuses on employee engagement, send us your resume today!

RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE | MASSAGE THERAPIST | SOUS CHEF COOK | DISH WASHER | ROOM ATTENDANT | LIFEGUARD We offer a competitive salary & benefits package with access to all Resort amenities.

Please send your resume to David Sheedy at hr@fhsr.com or fax to 250.345.6616.

FairmontHotSprings.com 250.345.6070

s are welcome Didja know? All employee limitations. Soak, to use Resort amenities without ski & golf as much as you want!

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INTERIORS

Warwick Interiors is currently seeking a

Business Manager This position is responsible for managing all aspects related to accounting and administration along with year-end preparation for our accountant. Strong working knowledge of computers and their applications including accounting software programs like Quick Books would be a definite asset for this position. Along with this skillset you are a well-organized and detail oriented team player.

Please forward resume by e-mail info@warwick-interiors.com Ph: 250-342-6264 • Fax: 250-342-3546

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN)

EXEMPT STAFF OPPORTUNITY

HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER INVERMERE, B.C. Rocky Mountain School District is seeking an individual for the full-time position of District Health & Safety Officer located in Invermere, BC. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, you will take a leadership role in the provision of health and safety programs and services to our staff and students at 24 work locations. This position is responsible for employee well-being and workplace safety.

School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) is located in the beautiful Columbia Valley and the three major centres in the district are the communities of Golden, Invermere and Kimberley. The District is composed of approximately 3000 students and 24 facilities spread over 270 kilometers along the Rocky Mountains. The District’s motto is “Quest for Quality” and the District is committed to an operating model that fosters collaboration and innovation.

Responsibilities and duties will include the following: • Promote health and safety awareness within the District; • Oversee and monitor the School District Occupational Health and Safety Program and related policies; • Ensure School District compliance with Workers Compensation Act and WorkSafe BC regulations; • Review and/or develop Safe Work Procedures as required; • Coordinate and/or present safety training for District staff ; • Investigate serious accidents/incidents and review investigations for all other accidents/incidents; • Perform and/or review workplace site inspections; • Be a member of the District Health and Safety Committee; • Assist Site-based Health and Safety Committees; • Oversee claims management; • Coordinate the District’s return to work program; • Coordinate the District’s emergency management system; • Assist with the development and training of emergency procedures; • Liaise with all related governmental bodies and regulating agencies.

The successful candidate will have: • Proven leadership skills; • Knowledge of Workers Compensation Act and WorkSafe BC Regulations; • Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation and/or formal education in Health and Safety Management and/or an equivalent combination of related experience and education; • Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills, sound judgement and the ability to build effective relationships; • Strong analytical skills, excellent computer skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

A competitive salary and benefit package will be provided which reflects the responsibilities of the position. For further information, please contact Steve Jackson, Director of Operations, (250) 342- 4676 or by email at steve.jackson@sd6.bc.ca.

Applications will be accepted online only at http://sd6-makeafuture.simplication.com (Make a Future #1435811) until 4:00 pm September 23, 2016.

Please include record of education, training, and experience relevant to this position and three professional references. Only those applicants who are being considered will be contacted.

Successful candidate will be subject to a criminal record search

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

August 26, 2016

Best Paints

Currently seeking

Paint Shop Assistant

An energetic person with a keen eye for colour and a high regard for quality customer service.

Requires basic computer skills, ability to work rotating Saturdays and involves some physically demanding work.

Please forward resume by email to info@warwick-interiors.com or by fax: 250-342-3546

JOE’s We’re looking for hardworking, energetic and reliable people just like you!

Cashier Position Available No previous experience required Days/Nights/Weekends Apply in person.

471 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN) School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain), Windermere Zone is now accepting applications for a permanent, part-time (20 hrs/ wk) Bus Driver position, effective September 12, 2016.

This position is concerned with the operation of school buses used to transport students on prescribed routes within the School District; the employee may also participate in the busing of students on curricular and extracurricular field trips both inside and outside the district. Independent judgment and initiative is exercised in the safe and timely operation of the vehicle and in establishing effective working relationships.

Work is performed under general supervision. Completion of the 12th school grade, or equivalent, minimum 5 years driving experience and an acceptable driving abstract (Valid Class 2 BC driver’s license, air brake endorsement preferred) is required.

First aid training would be an asset.

Rate of pay: As per Collective Agreement 440, $21.99/hour.

If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume, with three references, by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 1, 2016 to: Meghan O’Neill Human Resources Coordinator School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain) P.O. Box 430 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Phone: (250) 342-9243 e-mail: hr@sd6.bc.ca Successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record search.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

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

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

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

Black Forest Restaurant is looking for a full time Server. Previous experience required in a busy, upscale restaurant. Email, call or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@blackforestrestaurant.com

Black Forest is looking for a P/T daytime cleaner and F/T kitchen help. Call, email or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@ blackforestrestaurant.com.

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

Child Care/Babysitting required in our home for 16 month old son.

Part time to start in September with flexible hours and days. Full time starting in November, hours and days negotiable. Appropriate education and training necessary.

Must have solid reference(s). Wage depending on experience and education. Please submit resumes and cover letters to ojopp@telus. net.

Sobeys Invermere is looking for full-time part-time

Cashiers, Courtesy, Produce and Bakery Clerks Please apply at customer service.

August 26, 2016

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. . . ‘Solution’ from page 3 The decision on which option to go with will only be the beginning, however, as the RDEK will also have to determine the elector assent method to borrow the money required to follow through on the proposal.

At both open houses, Ms. Booth presented both the referendum method and the petition method to those in attendance.

Under the referendum, votes would be restricted to Canadian citizens who are 18 years of age or older on voting day, are B.C. residents for at least six months and who must be a resident of real property in the area. Notably, said Ms. Booth, this excludes second homeowners, which accounts for approximately 60 per cent of the 600 properties in the area.

In direct contrast, the petition would allow second homeowners to have a voice with each property owner receiving a letter in the mail that must be completed and sent back within four to six weeks.

Rules for the petition stipulate that if there are multiple people on the property title, the majority of the people would have to sign in order for it to be considered a valid ballot.

Unlike the referendum where a no vote would not impact the outcome, a non-completed petition would stand as a no vote for the proposed option on the table.

“The petition sounds great because it includes second homeowners who make up 60 per cent; however, we know that a lot of people have voter apathy on both sides and on the petition, whether they like it or not, they’re participating,” said Ms. Booth.

She said that their estimates indicate that between 15 and 30 per cent of homeowners would not complete their petition, meaning that those petitions would be considered a no vote.

As a second homeowner in the Windermere area, Mr. Sedgwick said that while he would participate in the vote, he understands why this is a difficult decision for the RDEK. “I can understand the other side of the story too, because it would be a shame if 30 per cent of the people don’t vote because they don’t care or they’re away. That’s probably (enough) to automatically defeat (the option) as a vote against it and here you are back again at square one,” he said.

Ms. Booth has requested a meeting with the Comptroller of Water Rights at the UBCM conference next month in Victoria. After receiving an extension from Interior Health until the end of 2016 from the original January 2015 deadline to move forward on this, the ball is now in motion on finding a suitable solution for Windermere’s water quality.

Fastball fun Fastball fun was had by all who showed up to play in the 2nd Annual Randy Memorial Fastball Tournament at the Crossroads Ballpark last weekend from Saturday, August 20th to Sunday, August 21st.

Fourteen teams participated with four being from the Columbia Valley. The rest were from as far away as Chase, Vanderhoof, Westbank and Calgary.

Photos by Nikki Fredrikson

Regional District of East Kootenay

We are feeling...

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Water System Flushing

Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge, Rushmere, Spur Valley and Edgewater

The Regional District of East Kootenay will be doing its annual water system flushing between August 15, 2016 - September 30, 2016 Users in Windermere, Holland Creek, Timber Ridge, Rushmere, Spur Valley and Edgewater may notice temporary water discolouration for a short period of time. If there is any discolouration of water, please run your cold water taps until the water is clear.

For more information on the flushing program, contact: Norm Thies, RDEK Senior Operator nthies@rdek.bc.ca or 1-250-342-0063

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY 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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Back-to-school anxiety: tips to help Submitted by BC Children’s Hospital The first day of school is around the corner and BC Children’s Hospital reminds parents and caregivers there are steps they can take now to help children prepare for

Welcome Back!

The Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy runs programming all year long from Spillimacheen to Canal Flats!

Strong Start: throughout the school year for caregivers and children from birth to school age, each weekday in Edgewater, Invermere or Canal Flats.

Family programming: For parents and children, family programs will take place throughout the academic year to support primary learning and school success as well as parenting very young children and the early learning framework.

Adult programming: computers, financial and math basics, writing, job skills and ESL programs are planned for the 2016-2017 year.

All programs are free!

For more information, please check out our website www.cbal.org/windermere-valley find our Facebook page at Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, Windermere Valley or contact Kate Andruschuk at kandruschuk@cbal.org

school-related anxiety and stress.

For many children and youth, beginning a new school year is an exciting time — an opportunity to make new friends, set goals, excel in a favourite subject or play on a sports team. For others it can be unnerving; common sources of anxiety are caused by several things such as, adjusting to a new routine and a new teacher, pressure to make new friends and take part in social situations. These feelings are normal for children and youth who become anxious when faced with change.

Dr. Susan Baer, psychiatrist in the Mood and Anxiety Disorders clinic at BC Children’s Hospital, recommends parents plan ahead to help ease the back-to-school transition. Whether it is your child’s first day at school, or if they are having a hard time adjusting after summer break, gradually exposing them to their environment can make a big difference: • ​Introduce children to the school year routine one to two weeks before school starts; • Plan for transitions – getting to school, returning to school after breaks; • Provide regular routines — morning, school, homework, bedtime; • Hold realistic expectations that are right for your child’s age; • Help your child identify his or her feelings — nervous, intimidated, shy; • Ask your child if they have ideas or solutions for a particular concern; • Show yourself identifying your own feelings, prob-

lem solving and being brave; • Remain calm when your child is anxious; • Help your child shift their focus to the positive aspects of school; • Praise and reward even their small accomplishments.

. . . ‘Abattoir’ from page 5

the abattoir is set well back from the highway, has a small footprint, and will not have more than 10 animals in the corrals at any given time. “We are making every effort to reduce the impact on the surrounding area. Everything will take place inside. The only thing outside is the corrals,� said Ms. Trescher.

The new abattoir, once constructed, will mount a plaque by the main entrance recognizing all donors who contribute more than $500. So far, these include Brock and Leona Elliot, Margrit Loretz, Slim Trucking, Bob Shaunessy, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK), Town and Country Feed and Supplies, Thunder Hill Ranch (Brian McKersie), the B.C. Department of Agriculture, the Southern Interior Development Trust, Brisco Enterprises (Peter Trescher), and Mrs. Trescher. “We still need donations; it would great if more people could contribute,� Mrs. Trescher said.

Those interesting in donating can contact her at brisco@winkwireless.ca. Learn more about the abattoir at www.wdfi.ca/Abattoir/abattoir.html.

to create niche markets for grass-fed, hormone-free or organic products, she explained.

Windermere Valley “It’s a matter of encouraging local industry here.

There is a lot of farmland in the valley that is currentXXX TE CD DB XXX TE CD DB XXX TE CD DB XXX TE CD DB XXX TE CD DB ly being left empty because School District No. 6 there is not a lot of scope (Rocky Mountain) for small-scale farming. We are hoping, with the abattoir, that small-scale farms take off again. There used to be many in this area,� said Mrs. Trescher.

During the public input process, several people raise concerns about the abattoir’s potential for School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) P.O. Box 430, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 noise or smell, but Mrs. Phone: (250) 342-9243 • Please check our website for information for Back-To-School information. Just click on ‘Parents’. School starts on September 6.

Trescher pointed out that

Consider seeking more help if your child: ​•Attempts to remain at home or with a caregiver; • Refuses to attend school on certain days (field trips); • Refuses to eat in public; • Refuses to use public bathrooms; • Constantly worries; • Continually seeks comfort and reassurance; • Shows extreme shyness, avoiding social situations or events; •Raises physical complaints with no medical explanation (stomach aches, headaches, difficulty catching breath); • Throws tantrums, cries or screams excessively. “This is the time of year when children can become anxious about going back to school and so it’s important for parents and caregivers to be aware of what they can do to ensure a smooth transition. Taking time to acknowledge your child’s worries about the new school year and problem solve solutions, can help them shift their focus to the positive aspects of school,â€? said Dr. Baer.

BC Children’s Hospital, an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority provides expert care for the province’s most seriously ill or injured children, youth and young adults, including newborns.

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FAITH

Whirlpool experiences of life!

By Father Gabriel St. Joseph’s Catholic Church A whirlpool is generated when two different or opposing forces converge causing rapid tumult, uproar, spin and revolve.

Whirlpools can cause havoc to boats, swimmers and ocean life. The ocean floor is calm most of the time, but when it is stirred by natural forces, it gets annoyed and produces storms, hurricanes, tsunamis and whirlpools.

Human life is calm most of the time. But it is disrupted oftentimes by our mood swings and patterns of life like the tidal waves of the sea, causing storms and hurricanes in human life. Consider a sudden break of relationship, a death, unforeseen financial loss, untimely tarnishing of someone’s reputation, children running away from home, abusive partners, dysfunctional family or work place, nagging personal problems, unexpected health challenges, unbearable inner pain and uncompromising hurtful situations, etc. These and

similar incidents are becoming very common in life.

People undergo untold misery, crisis and challenge in their everyday life. Sometimes storms also rage within us over matters we have no control.

How do we handle our whirlpools? Let us not panic, but calm down, maintain confidence to overcome and develop courage to handle the situation regardless of what happens. But it is hard when winds of misfortune, grief, shame and stress occurs in life. We learn daily lessons from the several shooting incidents around North America and from the multiple violent attacks on innocent people from everywhere. When there is a storm in life, let us not forget there is someone to help.

We do not intentionally invite these storms, but they come or pop up occasionally. They are inevitable and unavoidable. They help us gain wisdom and knowledge about people and circumstances. When we walk through them, we gain understanding.

They also give us a turning point in life, a new perspective, a new beginning and a new enterprise. They give us a new focus and help us to be valiant. Psalm 107:29 and Mark 4:39 encourage us to take our storms and concerns to Jesus in prayer: “Jesus rebuked the wind, calmed the storm and said to the sea, ‘Quiet Now! Be Calm’. Then the wind ceased and there was a great calm.”

May God Almighty calm our life’s storms and give us peace!

Catching dinner on the fly Timber Ridge resident Heather Bannister was recently out in the valley and captured this photo one morning while sitting on her dock waiting for her husband who was tinkering with their boat.

The osprey circled once after his dive and then headed across the lake.

Photo by Heather Bannister

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, August 28th 10:30 a.m. CELEBRATION SUNDAY … Pastor Matt Moore ministering. The Lord’s Supper will be served.

“K.I.D.S.” Church, for children Age 3 to Grade 1, during the Morning Service.

Lead Pastor Trevor Hagan • Associate Pastor Matt Moore 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-9535 • www. lakewindermerealliance.org WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED 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 Services.

Pastor Murray Wittke • 4814 Highway Drive, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: at St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats.

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

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

Father Gabriel • 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 250-342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Worship services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m.

Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. David Morton • 250-417-5017 RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m.

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

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

Let’s Make Cancer History

www.cancer.ca

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YOUR MONEY

Pieces of financial wisdom Applying a few nuggets of personal financial wisdom to one’s daily repertoire can make a huge difference down the road. Here are a few that can be applied to most people.

Pay yourself first One of the central tenets of Chilton’s “The Wealthy Barber” is the concept of paying yourself first. It’s been said a thousand times, but it’s absolutely key. Why? Because relying on saving what’s “left over” at the end of each month, if anything, simply doesn’t work for most people. Like anything else that people want to excel at, creating a healthy habit is the way to see lasting results.

Paying yourself first is achieved by setting aside a certain amount of each paycheque for long-term savings, then setting up life to cost no more than what remains. This way, saving is prioritized and spending is limited. It’s important to remember that long-term savings should be for one’s retirement, not for spending on a future purchase.

Find balance To achieve success, it’s vital to strike a balance between what you should do financially, and what you want to do. Paying yourself first is one aspect. Another is asking yourself, what is really important in your life, and what can you reasonably afford? How do you want

to spend your time, and how does that fit into your financial situation?

Achieving balance, in general, is a huge aspect of a meaningful life. Being too rigid or loose with money is unhealthy in more ways than just financially.

Watch your pennies Many people have heard the saying, “Watch your pennies and the dollars take care of themselves.” In today’s day and age, perhaps more accurate advice would be to watch your “smalls”. Coffee, lunches out, cocktails, car washes, parking fees, they all add up.

For example, a person who buys a $5 specialty coffee five days per week will spend $1,300 per year on coffee alone!

Another area to review would be your “mediums” to see if they can be downgraded, at least once in a while, to smalls. For example, a bi-weekly manicure could be cut back to once per month, or a $20 bottle of wine could be chosen instead of a $50 bottle. Everyone deserves small luxuries, but they should be the first to go if finances are feeling pinched.

It’s a family affair Those who share money, assets or children with a partner should be sharing financial responsibilities as well. This means that both parties should understand

the family budget and be involved in decision making.

When people have shared money or accountabilities, it’s important that everybody is on board, or it can be too easy to plead ignorance or get into a spending war.

Likewise, it’s important to be upfront and honest with your children about family finances. Money is a finite resource for most families and the sooner children learn the value of a dollar, the more they will understand the importance of financial management in their own lives.

It’s a process No matter what you’re trying to achieve financially, it’s important to remember that it’s a process. Large amounts of money are typically not earned or saved overnight. Similarly, paying down debt can be a slow and tedious process. The best laid plans can be easily abandoned when results are not seen right away, but like most life goals, whether that be learning to play a musical instrument or getting more physically fit, results take time. Effort and adherence to your program generally produces the best results, no matter what you’re trying to do.

If you would like more help with budgeting or saving strategies, be sure to discuss these topics with your financial advisor. He or she will be able to offer suggestions and methods to best reach your goals.

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

Senior Investment Advisor Insurance Agent

Sara Worley CIM®, FCSI®

Investment Advisor Insurance Agent

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Attention parents! Our office will lend your child a complete set of hockey equipment for one year, free of charge. All we ask is that you wash it and return it in good order at the end of the year.

This program is for kids who haven’t played hockey previously and is meant to encourage parents of 5 to 9-year-olds to give hockey a try for their children. As proud supporters of youth sports, we hope to see more boys and girls joining hockey in the future!

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