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Couple’s dream house burns to the ground

By Nikki Fredrikson, Pioneer Staff After living in your home for 30 years, having built it with your own two hands, it’s hard to imagine anything more devastating than watching it burn to the ground.

For Brisco residents Vern and Candice Snively this awful scenario became their reality last weekend, as the two were forced to try to douse their flaming log home alone — firefighters not able to attend since the couple’s home lies outside of any municipal or regional fire district.

“It was a log structure there when they moved in. =There were no windows, there were no floors, there

were no staircases. They built everything,” said Vern and Candice’s daughter Sara Snively.

On Sunday, April 9th while snow was falling on their Brisco home the Snivelys decided to build a fire in their fireplace to warm up the house. When Candice heard crackling of a fire in the chimney pipe the pair knew something was wrong as it got too hot.

“It had been snowing that morning so the top of the shingles had been wet so it took awhile for it to take off it was kind of burning underneath the shingles before it got out. It was just so hot that the water wouldn’t put it out,” said Ms. Snively.

When the couple realized that their chimney was

on fire they immediately jumped into action to fight the fire, at first not thinking to call for help.

“My dad was up on the roof with a garden hose pouring water around the area, my mom was up on the roof with a garden hose. Then my mom went inside the house with the garden hose to attack it from the inside while my dad was outside.

“After about 45 minutes they realized they needed help — 45 minutes to an hour —so then my mom called the Brisco store and they called all the neighbours. That’s when they all started showing up,” said Ms. Snively.

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Greenways unveils valley-wide trails vision

By Nikki Fredrikson, Pioneer Staff On Friday, April 7th Greenways Trail Alliance held a public meeting to present their trail vision and recommendations to the community. The event had 100 community members in attendance to hear what plans Greenways has for the future of trails in the Columbia Valley.

“The Trail Vision document is the ‘beginning’ and it does not make decisions on trails. It is the initial point of discussion and to get the decision makers involved at a planning level. Which trails get developed and when is the next step,” said Greenways Trail Alliance Executive Director Mark Halwa.

In their trail vision goals, Greenways identified eight goals, including in-

creased education of trail users; creating a trail town culture in the Columbia Valley; partnerships; consistent signage and wayfinding; improving trailhead facilities and amenities; prioritization of new trails or formal designation of existing trails and anticipated costs; linking all geographic areas to create a cohesive system in the Valley; and identify a framework for sustainable maintenance.

“We’ve tried to be as open as possible with our values, trail development ideas, and recommendations. For anyone still unclear of what we propose to do, they can read the one page of recommendations. Not many groups in the Valley have put forward a vision document like this to inform the public and seek consultation before actually doing anything,” said Mr. Halwa.

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• On Wednesday, April 5th, Columbia Valley RCMP received a report surrounding the theft of a men’s black billfold wallet and contents from a vehicle while it was parked in front of the Best Western Hotel in Radium. The vehicle was parked there on April 4th. The wallet contained some cash and identification. This is a good reminder that as the weather gets warmer and there is more pedestrian traffic to take any valuables out of parked vehicles when you leave it.

• Later on April 5th, a driver of a car called to report that they had hit a vehicle in the Radium Hot Springs parking lot. The driver advised that she was attempting to pull into a parking spot when she hit a brown Ford Taurus. She went to get some material to write a note and leave it with the vehicle, and when she returned the damaged car was gone. No one with a Taurus has since reported being the victim of a hit and run. We’ll conclude the file unless a victim calls and identifies themselves as the recipient of the damage.

• On Thursday, April 6th, Columbia Valley RCMP received a report of vandalism to a bush camp situated at the 7.5 kilometre mark of the Findlay Creek Forest Service Road near Canal Flats. The complainant reported that he had been away from his camp from 10 a.m. to about 11 p.m. on April 5th. When he returned, he noticed that someone had driven a vehicle through the camp and damaged several planting pots and items that were in the area. He advised that two of the solar panels were also broken and knocked over. RCMP attended in hopes of finding some evidence at the scene and met with the complainant. The investigation is continuing and anyone with any information is asked to call the detachment or Crimestoppers.

• On Sunday, April 9th, Columbia Valley RCMP received a request to assist some homeowners with a

structure fire near Brisco. The fire was outside of Fire Service coverage area so consequently no fire department was responding. There were no reported injuries as everyone made it out of the house safely. RCMP attended the address to find an A-frame log cabin fully engulfed in flames. The residents and locals that attended to assist were all at a safe distance and watching the fire and supporting the owners. The owners were identified and their health verified. Fortunately, there were no propane cylinders, oxygen, natural gas or other explosive materials left in the house, shed or carport. Neighbours managed to remove vehicles, welding equipment and other explosive materials away from the house before it got out of control. The fire is suspected to be the result of a wood burning stove chimney that caught fire and spread. The homeowners tried to extinguish the fire with a garden hose, but it was not enough. BC Ambulance attended, assessed both occupants and eventually transported them to the Invermere Hospital.

• During the early afternoon hours of Monday, April 10th, Columbia Valley RCMP was dispatched to Canal Flats for a traffic complaint. A Canal Flats resident phoned police to say that there were noisy dirt bikes going up and down the streets and that it had been going on for a few days now. RCMP attended but by then the dirt bikes had already headed out of town. RCMP are asking those individuals to be respectful of Village residents and ride in a respectful manner.

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“I was not frightened but I was very concerned about the lack of maintenance over the last four or five decades to get to this point,” said Mr. Pacey.

Mr. Pacey said he got so frustrated with Parks Canada not doing what they’re supposed to do that he began volunteering his time on the trails. He went on to start a petition to send to Minister of Environment Mary Polak to have Parks maintain the trails to standards he felt necessary in the national park.

Mr. Pacey was found by park wardens conducting work on the Kindersley trail. In the first such incident he was found moving gravel from the parking lot to the base of the trail and was issued a written warning. Park wardens informed him any work done in the park must be approved with a permit signed by Lake Louise Yoho Kootenay field unit superintendent Melanie Kwong.

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“If I could do it without a gas bar 7it would be done,” said Mr. Brown-John.

Community residents in attendance asked Mr. Brown-John whether or not the gas tanks would be above or below, in response he said there would be underground storing of around 50,000 litres of gasoline.

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By Dean Midyette Pioneer Staff We have already had a number of controversial public hearings this year and there are certainly more to come. Criticism has been aimed at elected officials in advance of these public hearings, anger that is misplaced and misdirected. This week I will use this space to explain the how’s and why’s of public hearings.

Public hearings are commonly scheduled when a new bylaw or amendment to a bylaw is being considered, or when a rezoning application has been put before a council.

The first step in the process of dealing with bylaws or rezoning is for council to consider them through discussion during first and second readings. At this point, the council may reject the bylaw or rezoning application, ask for changes, or vote to move the discussion to a public hearing by passing first and second readings.

The passing of first and second readings is never an indication that elected officials are in favour of the motion. It is only an indication that elected officials wish to get input from the public.

At the public hearing, the public is allowed to make verbal comments or to supply written comments. The elected officials are there only to listen. By rule, they cannot answer questions or make any comments. The public hearing is the only time that comments from the public can be formally considered. Once the public hearing comes to a close, the elected officials are legally barred from considering any additional information or from commenting on the matter before them.

Shortly after the public hearing, the bylaw or rezoning application goes to third reading. By rule, there is no discussion, only a vote in favour or against.

It is important for elected officials to get input before making these decisions. Passing first and second readings enables the council to schedule a public hearing where they get to hear from you.

Public hearings are the elected officials’ way of giving people a voice in decision making.

They are never an endorsement of the issue being discussed.

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Granddaughter gathering In this image taken in June 1958, a group of Pierre Kinbasket’s granddaughters has gathered together. Pictured are Kate (Catherine) McIntish, Angelina (Angel) Armstrong, Tracie (Rosie) Williams, Shelagh (Lizette) Dehart, Flora (Jackie) Holdt, Marian (Mary Ann) Stanley. If you have any more information, email us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com.

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Why is Greenways ignoring wildlife?

Dear Editor: We fully support a well-planned network of recreation trails in the Invermere area. The high quality of life in our beautiful valley is based on a strong connection to nature, and both residents and visitors would benefit from a developed trail system. Improved access, trailhead information, signage, and education on responsible use could be a win for everyone. But a successful plan must mirror the interests of a full range of public land users, community groups and businesses. It must have clear goals to minimize harm to wildlife, wildlife habitat, water quality, and sensitive areas such as alpine, grassland or wetlands. Dense networks

of trails and roads, or intense trail use, can displace or stress large animals such as grizzly bears and mountain goats. Multiple research studies show this. Introducing new trails into natural areas is not without consequence; it’s best to anticipate and avoid problems.

We commend the Columbia Valley Greenways Trail Alliance for working to develop a trail system in our valley. And we agree that a network of welldesigned trails will help diversify the local tourism economy. That said, we are puzzled why the Trails Vision proposed by the Alliance, and presented on Friday, April 7th, takes little notice of the natural setting and its many sensitive habitats.

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Support sanctioned trails Dear Editor: I attended the meeting Friday night (April 7th) put on by the Greenways Alliance and fully support the need for sanctioned trails.

Having proper signs and maintained trials is very important.

I agree that the trails must be both wildlife and environmental friendly.

I see every day the economic value having a great trail system in the area.

Thank you to the bunch of hard working dedicated directors.

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. . . ‘Greenways’ from page 6 The Vision report doesn’t acknowledge that trails in the wrong places can have negative effects, likely making it hard to gain broad public agreement on the plan. If an independent conservation biologist assessed the trail network’s potential costs to wildlife, we could better decide where trails should or should not be built.

A public trail system on public lands needs to be planned in an open and transparent way with government leadership and participation by a wide

spectrum of people. We urge the Greenways Trail Alliance to recognize all environmental and community values by supporting a public process to achieve a trails and access management plan. We must never take wildlife and wild places for granted. Let’s make sure that if we develop a comprehensive trail system, it’s not at the expense of protecting nature.

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On the recent motion passed by our federal government, M103, which is touted as an “anti-Islamophobia motion”, 201 MPs voted in favour of this motion including our Member of Parliament (Wayne Stetksi). What is the definition of this motion besides a ‘phobia’ or a type of fear/dislike? Apparently, the federal government’s objective next is to have a whole taskforce on studying Islamophobia and developing an approach to eliminating it. What is next — Christianophobia, Judeophobia, Francophobia, xenophobia, or countless other phobias? What agenda of a few people in 35 million Canadians even brought this motion to parliament? This motion raises a big governmentophobia in me when our Charter of Rights and Freedoms — where we are all supposedly equal — is so easily disregarded.

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Government is supposed to keep church and state separate, or, at least are trying hard to keep traditional Christian practices out and yet they supported Islam with this vote.

Several questions have been raised about Muslims for me.

Muslims seem to be upset that we criticize all of them when outrageously violent acts are committed in the “name of Allah”. Why are their own members not rising up against their violent perpetrators who walk among them? Or are they inherently condoning violence?

In North America, for one, our constitutions value peace, equality among all citizens. Our soldiers over time fought valiantly to uphold these values. Is this the big elephant in the room that nobody talks about because this hasn’t impacted our lives directly or it’s just another harmless religious choice? Let our MP Wayne Stetski know your thoughts. It is important.

As we all know this year is Canada’s 150th birthday. So we, being proud Canadians and fortunate residents of the Columbia Valley (Canal Flats, Invermere, Radium Hot Springs, Edgewater, Brisco) should get out to celebrate our national birthday.

It all starts off with our excellent fireworks display 12:01 a.m. Saturday July 1st and continues on with events throughout the day at various venues throughout our town. What has always been one of my family’s favorite events is the Canada Day Parade.

While I was working at Copper Point Golf Course it was always a great event to get our staff together and contribute to the parade by adding a float. Not only was it a staff (team) building experience but it was also satisfying to see the faces of the kids and their parents lining the parade route hoping to catch a piece of candy or whiffle ball while marveling at the float itself. After all, parades are mostly for the kids and what better way to instill pride and community spirit in our youngsters than by holding this great event and explaining to them this is how we celebrate our country’s birthday because we are proud Canadi-

ans and we are fortunate enough to be a part of such a great country and community.

When I was a kid I was lucky enough to experience Canada’s 100th anniversary and can still remember the celebrations and parade that were held. It is now up to our local businesses and social clubs to get together and make this year’s parade and events memorable for our kids and community. As I have mentioned earlier it is not an overwhelming task to put together a float or some sort of display of your organization for the parade. A half ton truck, some homemade banners, perhaps a trailer or even a group of sports teams just walking along the route. The local fire departments, police and emergency responders already do a great job at participating.

Wouldn’t it be a great project for DTSS students to get together and come up with a float project to inspire team building skills that would ultimately help them out later in life? For that matter our grade schools could also get involved. The options are endless. I personally feel our local businesses have the opportunity to give back to our community by participating in the parade.

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British Columbia Votes!

2. Many people want to live in our riding due to its natural beauty and the lifestyle available. However, finding a well-paying job that allows someone to support a family is a big challenge. How do you propose to attract higher paying jobs to the riding that will allow people to live and thrive here?

Doug Clovechok Liberal The B.C. Liberals’ plan for British Columbia is working, but there is a lot more to do in Columbia RiverRevelstoke so everyone can find a goodpaying, family-supporting job. Our province is first in Canada for economic growth and job creation and the fifth consecutive balanced budget that our government tabled in February includes actions that will help create jobs and encourage entrepreneurship, including cutting the small business tax from 2.5 to 2 per cent, and eliminating the PST on electricity sales.

Communities like ours face unique challenges. That’s why our government has launched a Rural Economic Development Strategy to support growing rural communities, including: continuing the Rural Dividend Fund that benefits regions like ours, making targeted trades and skills training investments, and providing new funding for high-speed internet throughout B.C. We have come a long way since the 1990s when we had the highest unemployment in Western Canada. What’s happening in Alberta is a reminder that if we want jobs for our families, we can’t go back to the job-killing, anti-business policies of the NDP. I’m running to be your B.C. Liberal MLA to be your champion in Victoria for a strong economy and job creation in Columbia River-Revelstoke.

Justin Hooles Independent We need to bring down the cost of operating a business; power, natural gas (or propane), and card payment terminals are causing massive financial strain on our businesses. Many of the buildings in the historic business sectors of our cities are very old and in need of upgrades. Government rebates are available to help businesses replace their outdated appliances with more efficient ones, as well as replacing old insulation, however, many

This week is the second instalment of a five-week Q&A feature leading up to the B.C. provincial election on Tuesday, May 9th.

All four candidates running for Member of the Legislative Assembly in the Columbia River-Revelstoke riding have agreed to participate and the Q&A is appearing in Black Press newspapers across the riding.

The MLA candidates receive one question each week and have one week to reply in 200 words or less.

of the business owners feel overwhelmed by the process and are not taking advantage of these opportunities. We need a riding-wide initiative to help streamline these changes, and provide estimates of the benefits to business owners. These savings, in turn, could be reinvested into the community and used to create new jobs.

People who are struggling to get by do not take risks.

By managing the affordable housing situation, we can enable young families to stay in the area, as well as provide the stability needed to foster the next generation of job creators.

There are also opportunities to create new jobs through agriculture, the technology sectors, forestry, and eco-tourism, but seeing as I only have 200 words, we will have to leave those for another time.

Gerry Taft NDP We need to focus on quality, instead of quantity. And careers instead of “jobs”.

First and foremost, we need to retain and increase the good-paying public service careers we have in our region. That means not cutting core government services and not going any further down the road of centralization. We also need to support and encourage the expansion of existing small businesses, as well as new entrepreneurial ventures. There are huge opportunities in so many sectors: food, agriculture, technology, health and seniors care, to name just a few. We also need to reconnect local resources with local processing. There is no excuse for exporting raw logs. Local timber tenure should be reconnected to local milling requirements to ensure employment in our communities.

We need to get serious about value-added, not just in forestry, but in all sectors.

We know our communities will continue to draw tourists from around the world, but we need to diversify and expand beyond tourism.

After 15 years in local government, nine of those as Mayor of Invermere, as well as many years running a small business,

I understand the challenges. But I also see the opportunities. I believe that I have the experience to speak to these issues and ensure that our region is well-represented in Victoria.

Samson Boyer Green Party Columbia River-Revelstoke has so much to offer. We enjoy the best in year-round world-class outdoor recreation, a solid foundation in technology infrastructure in our quality high-speed Internet, and a culture of supporting and encouraging business thanks largely to organizations such as the Columbia Basin Trust. We’ve proven that businesses that have started here can grow to great heights. Kicking Horse Coffee, for example, proudly homegrown and selling their product throughout Canada and the United States.

As MLA, I would like to consider the attraction and retention incentives we might offer to bring new business and encourage startups as well as appealing to contractors and independent tech and knowledge workers who might consider Columbia River-Revelstoke their remote working home base.

I want to ensure that makerspace projects find the support to grow to offer the tools, training, expertise and mentorship needed to help diversify and grow business in the region; such as looking to tax incentives to bring small business and independent contractors.

I’d also like to explore education incentives to bring students to the region who, upon graduation, can fill roles in sectors that are well-paying but tend to be under-staffed, such as health care. Looking at in-demand post-secondary programs and how we might incorporate them into our local education.

I want to help build an economy, protecting and innovating the old while supporting and growing the new. There are any number of ways this generation of workers earns a living and it will continue to change. Fast! We want to keep up, providing the support, services, resources and vision that makes this riding a great choice for securing a sustainable and prosperous future.

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Out & About The annual Art from the Heart exhibit featuring over 700 creative works from the Valley’s elementary school children is underway at Pynelogs and a number of the young artists were in attendance on Saturday, April 8th for the Artist pARTy Soiree.

Photo by David Webster

Art From the Heart Art Show at Pynelogs April 4th to 29th

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By James Rose Special to the Pioneer The Canadian film community is celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday in its own unique way this year. National Canadian Film Day 150 (NCFD 150) is a massive one-day celebration of Canadian cinema in honour of Canada turning 150 years old. On Wednesday, April 19th, 2017, Canadian movies will be available on air, online and on foot at over 1,700 screenings in cinemas, libraries, public squares and anywhere you can show a film.

The event is being presented by REEL CANADA, an organization that has been introducing Canadian film to high school students and new Canadians since 2005.

In the Columbia Valley, the organizing team behind the popular Cinefest film series is stepping in to host a screening as part of the national celebration.

“We are screening the film ‘Life Classes’ at Pynelogs on Wednesday, April 19th at 7 p.m. and admission is free,” said organizer Chris Jones.

“CV Arts has been running Cinefest for many years in conjunction with the Film Circuit which is an outreach program of TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival). I have been coordinating Cinefest for five years so I received the invitation for us to join in the Canada On Screen event last fall. We were given a list of 14 Canadian films to choose from and our committee picked Life Classes which is appropriate as it is about a young wom-

FILM DAY — ‘Life Classes’ is a Canadian film classic that will be screened in the valley on April 19th at Pynelogs as part of National Canadian Film Day 150.

Photo submitted an learning to become an artist which is what CV Arts is all about.”

Mr. Jones added that his team’s aim for Canada On Screen is to have more Canadians see more Canadian films.

“From a personal perspective, I have worked for much of my life to achieve this goal. After studying film at Loyola College in Montreal (BA 1970) I returned to my hometown of Winnipeg and opened Cinema 3 - a small repertory theatre where I booked many films from Quebec, which is where the best Canadian films were being made at the time.”

After Cinema 3, Mr. Jones moved to Saskatoon where he operated Place Riel Theatre on the University of Saskatchewan campus and then the Broadway Theatre until 2001. “Film is the most powerful, universal of the arts and Canada On Screen is a perfect way to celebrate our country’s filmmakers and reach out to new audiences,” he said. For more information visit www.canfilmday.ca.

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

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

Friday, April 14th • Go online and register for the Wings Over the Rockies Festival running May 8th to 14th. Register 24/7 at www.wingsovertherockies.org.

• 6 p.m.: Bingo at Shuswap Band Hall every Friday.

Doors open at 6 p.m., Bingo starts at 7 p.m.

• 9 p.m.: Live music with Valley Forged at the Farside Pub in Fairmont. Also on Saturday April 15th.

Tuesday, April 18th

Friday, April 21st

• 6 p.m.: Columbia Basin Trust hosts a community involvement meeting at the Lions Hall.

• 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Options for Sexual Health drop in clinic, Public Health Unit, next to the Invermere Hospital. The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.

Wednesday, April 19th • 8 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Radium Hot Springs Sunrise is holding the first official general meeting to kick off the 2017 Spring/Summer season.

• 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Curling Rink.

• 7 p.m.: As part of National Canadian Film Day 150, CV Arts presents ‘Life Classes’ at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Admission is free.

• 7 p.m.: Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is holding an Advanced Care Planning information session at Fairmont Lions Den.

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Saturday, April 15th • 8:30 - 11 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast and Easter Egg Decorating at Edgewater Hall, $5 small plate; $6 large plate. Egg decorating $2 for 2 eggs and an entry into an Easter Basket draw. All proceeds go to Kelsey’s Room to Read fundraiser.

• Super Hero Sun Fest at Panorama Resort. Say ‘so long to winter’ with the Slush Showdown at 9 a.m. on Saturday; Dual Slalom at 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday; Dummy Downhill on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. and more. Visit panoramaresort.com for details.

• 10 a.m.: Lego for all ages at the Radium Public Library every Saturday.

• 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Drop-in LEGO Club at Invermere Public Library. Activity is free.

Sunday, April 16th • Far Out Gear Rentals in Radium presents EGGSPLORE RADIUM! Pick up a game card at the store, explore the village to answer quiz questions and receive a big chocolate egg. Free event for 250 participants.

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Monday, April 17th • 1 - 3 p.m.: Brain Injury Support Group meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at Columbia Garden Village. Contact Debbie for more info 250-344-5674.

• 7 p.m.: Canal Flats Civic Centre Easter Bingo: Bonanza $250, Odd/Even $200, 3up Special $250 plus Door Prizes. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. For info call 250349-5447.

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Thursday, April 20th • 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Valley Piece Makers host the Snow Goose Quilting travelling quilting store at the Royal Canadian Legion in Invermere.

• 4 p.m.: Today is the deadline for questions to be submitted for consideration for the upcoming All Candidates Forum being held on April 27th.

• 5 - 6 p.m.: Wine tasting in the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort lobby every Thursday. Enjoy four B.C. wines with the in-house Sommelier. $15/person or $25 for two.

• 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: Wildsight Invermere presents ‘Wild Ideas: Voting for the Environment’ at Circle Cafe. An open discussion about how our vote matters for the environment and what we should be asking candidates.

Visit wildsight.ca/invermere for details.

• 7 - 8:30 p.m.: Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the Edgewater Recreation Society at the Edgewater Hall. There are board positions that need to be filled.

All Edgewater residents are invited to attend and are encouraged to get involved.

• 7 p.m.: Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is holding an Advanced Care Planning information session at Radium Springs Private Dining Room.

• Kitchen Sink Experiments Club at the Invermere Public Library. A free 4 week club held on Fridays.

Students K-Gr. 4. Must pre-register at 250-342-6416.

• 7 p.m.: Town Hall Meeting BCWF - The Future of BC’s Fish and Wildlife. Concerned about the future of fish and wildlife populations, and future generation’s ability to hunt, fish, camp and recreate in B.C.? An opportunity to discuss the threats to fish, wildlife, public access to public resources, and how we can turn things around. At the Invermere Community Hall.

Saturday, April 22nd • 9 a.m.: The Columbia Valley Cycling Society is holding its annual Bike Swap at the Invermere Community Hall. Bring in gear from 9 - 11 a.m., Toonie charge to bring in gear. Sale is from 11:30 a.m.

- 1 p.m. Pick up money and/or unsold gear at 1 p.m.

• 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Artym Gallery presents Art, Wine, Food - Alex Fong Exhibition. Show continues until April 28th.

• 12 - 4 p.m.: Hey Kids! meet Greg Ovens from the show ‘Alone’. Greg will be displaying the 10 items he was allowed to take to Patagonia and will discuss fishing techniques, plus have an archery display at the Flats RV and Campground on Highway 93.

• 6 p.m.: Interactive Painting and Dinner with Alex Fong at Eagle Ranch Resort. Three course meal for $57 + tax. Call Eagle Ranch for reservations 250-342-0562.

• 7 p.m.: Celebrate Earth Day with Wildsight at the Invermere Branch’s AGM at the Wilmer Community Hall. Will also be a showing of ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’ at 7:30 p.m. Film by donation.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: 2nd Annual East Kootenay Distillery Festival at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort featuring unlimited spirit tasting from some of B.C.’s best craft distilleries.

Tickets $45 + tax include access to after-party at Bear’s Paw & Grill with music by the Smalltown Dirt Bags.

Sunday, April 23rd • 11:30 a.m. - close: Give Back Sunday at Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery in Radium, 15% of today’s net food sales will be donated to the Lake Windermere Rod & Gun Club.

• 12 p.m.: CV Chamber of Commerce and Summit Youth Centre 2nd Annual Celebrity Luncheon honours Home Hardware owner and councillor Al Miller at Lions Hall. Tickets $35 at the Chamber office, Selkirk Cellular, Home Hardware and Summit Youth Centre.

• 1 - 3 p.m.: Invermere Companion Animal Network is holding their AGM at Lakeview Meadows Recreation Centre and are looking for directors to join the board.

Monday, April 24th • 6:45 p.m.: Ladies Night Out presents ‘He is Alive’ at Lake Windermere Alliance Church. Tickets $15 at Inspire Floral Boutique or call Eileen 250-270-1275.

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JA Laird plans ‘Amazing Day’ to celebrate Earth Day

By James Rose Special to the Pioneer On Tuesday, April 25th, JA Laird will be hosting a fundraising event for the revitalization of the school garden and is part the school’s Earth Day activities. The name of the event is Amazing Day, and it is an all-day event that involves a series of 14 team challenges. It will take place at Kinsmen Beach Students will be on inter-grade teams ranging from Grades 4 to 7 and the focus for the day is on co-operation, team building and inclusion.

“Students are collecting pledges for completing all 14 challenges,” said Nadine Hale, one of the event’s organizers and a member of JA Laird’s Parent Advisory Council (PAC). “The top 10 fundraisers will be awarded the opportunity to throw a pie at one of their teachers and there will also be a draw of all fundraising forms submitted for an additional five chances to throw a pie.” To participate in the pie throwing draw, a student’s form and money fundraised must be submitted no later than Thursday, April 20th.

In total, the Amazing Day will feature 28 teams, each with eight members made up of two kids from AMAZING IDEA — A map of the Amazing Day grounds each grade. There will be 14 events, each taking roughly gives an idea of the scope of this event. Image submitted fifteen minutes to complete. Some of the events include fire building and safety, boating rescue, nature chal- garden to be operational. “Doug and Mandi McRobbie lenge, map and compass, artistic photography, ropes with Hybrid Landscapes have been sharing their expercourse and zipline, medical emergency, Metis dance, tise in designing a garden that meets these requirements and objectives,” commented Ms. Hale. and several more.

But the idea for the Amazing Day came later. “The “Since my children entered the school system here in Invermere in 2010, school staff and parents have idea was initially sparked at a parent advisory meeting been discussing ideas to facilitate additional opportu- in May 2016 when we heard of a PAC in Cranbrook nities for outdoor education,” said Ms. Hale. “School hosting a community running event,” said Ms. Hale.

“And it was while ridfield trips are great, but ing the school bus to they happen at best once “A group of parents has met several times over the Edmonton on the Silver a month. Together we have been envisioning last nine months. And with support of many, many Strings ukulele band tour a school life culture be- community partners whom we will be thanking im- that parents and children mensely, the ‘Amazing Day’ was born.” together thought about yond the walls of the how much fun it would classroom.”

Nadine Hale be to have a school adIn 2015 after ideas Amazing Day Organizer venture race.” were presented to Laird’s Shortly thereafPAC by the school teachter, the first planning ing staff, the decision was made to set aside $1,000 to be used to revitalize meeting for this day happened in June. “[Since then] the school garden. “The students of Laird, with the help a group of parents has met several times over the last of Dylan Dainard, were successful in obtaining a BC nine months. And with support of many, many comHydro grant for this purpose as well,” added Ms. Hale. munity partners whom we will be thanking immensely, “[Today] our vision for the garden includes a school the ‘Amazing Day’ was born.”

“Students will be asking their family and friends composting system, native plants and places where children can gather in a more natural environment,” to pledge them to complete the 14 challenges to raise said Ms. Hale. The PAC is currently working together money for our school garden and so we ask to please with Rocky Mountain School District Six operations support them and give generously to this valuable projto meet certain requirements necessary for the school ect,” said Ms. Hale.

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Beginning the conversation Chisel Peak Medical Clinic around advance care planning 250-341-6900

Starting April 10, 2017 Dr. Billy Brown will be joining Dr. Michael J. Walsh in a shared practice.

Submitted by the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley Sunday, April 16th is National Advanced Care Planning Day. Advanced care planning is a process whereby you communicate your values and your beliefs to a loved one who may someday need to make decisions on your behalf. In a medical situation where you are unable to speak for yourself a substitute decision maker is consulted. It is important to identify the person you wish to fulfill this role, to fill in the paperwork to give this person the authority to speak for you and to have a conversation with this person giving them the information and the confidence to speak on your behalf should you not be able to speak for yourself.

While we all recognize the importance of having these conversations, many of us put it off saying something like, “I’m too busy”, “My family knows what I want”, “It’s bad luck”, “It’s too negative and depressing”, “I’ve got other things to do”, or “I’m too young”.

The reality is that there are times when we will not be able to speak for ourselves, and there is only one way to ensure our needs and requests will be followed, and

that is to have an advanced care plan in place. Research has shown that advanced care planning can increase satisfaction with end-of-life care, and ease pressure on those who are left to make significant decisions on your behalf. When family members and caregivers know the wishes of their loved ones, stress, depression and anxiety is significantly reduced.

These are difficult conversations to have, however there are ways to begin. In the next two weeks the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is hosting information sessions designed to begin the conversation.

Refreshments and materials are free, the information is invaluable. Spend an hour and a half with us and discover how painless this process can be. Dates and locations are as follows, we hope to see you there,” Wednesday, April 19th at the Fairmont Lions Den at 7 p.m.; Thursday, April 20th at Radium Springs private dining room at 7 p.m.; Tuesday, April 25th at the Canal Flats Seniors Hall at 7 p.m.; Wednesday, April 26th at the Edgewater Legion Hall at 2 p.m,; Thursday, April 27th at the Brisco Community Hall at 7 p.m.; and Saturday, April 29th at Invermere Legion Hall at 1 p.m.

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Dr. Billy Brown will be at Chisel Peak Medical Clinic working part time for the next year.

If you are a current Dr. Walsh patient, please feel free to book an appointment with either Dr. Walsh or Dr. Brown.

Dr. Walsh and Dr. Brown are also accepting new patients. If you are a patient that does NOT have a family doctor please call the clinic to arrange an appointment. Thank you.

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Cranbrook Pest Control expands In the Columbia Valley, there are over 40 different pests to be aware of that can cause issues. “But for the most part it is rodents (mice) and carpenter ants. Best practice preArden Gallaway was recently announced as the new local Columbia Valley area managventative measures that should be taken are as follows: Seal the structure first. Don’t let the er of Cranbrook Pest Control with a territory pest in your home. Examples can be simple, ranging from Canal Flats to Golden. “It was a position I accepted in February [Invermere weather stripping on the bottom of a garage door or a door sweep on a man door. SecPest Control has no affiliation with Cranbrook Pest Control]. My young family and ond, regular home protection through a pest management plan administered by licensed I moved to Fairmont this past July and love Arden Gallaway living here in the Valley,” said Mr. Gallaway. professionals such as myself. This includes Cranbrook Pest Control has five employees in total and seasonal inspections and treatment where necessary,” said is a standing member of the Canadian Pest Management Mr. Gallaway.

According to Mr. Gallaway, pest control has evolved Association, Quality Pro and the Better Business Bureau.

“Our technicians attended the 75th anniversary of over the years as a result of problems caused by an over-relithe Canadian Pest Management Association last month in ance on chemical pesticides, including the development of Vancouver and learned a lot from several entomologists,” pesticide resistance, elimination of natural enemies of pests, said Mr. Gallaway. “They learned about various species and outbreaks of formerly suppressed pests, hazards to non tarthe management of such species and also new products and get species and environmental contamination. “As such, government regulations that are involved in the pest man- pest management requires us to identify pests and evaluate damage caused, identify natural control agents and how to agement industry.”

For homeowners, there is a lot at stake when it comes select effective control methods that minimize environmento the threat invasive species present. “Risks range from tal impact,” commented Mr. Gallaway. “I look forward to disease that can be carried from rodents, to ants that can the opportunity to serve our community and should anydestroy trees and dwellings. If not treated ants can cause one have a pest concern please give me a call and I would be significant damage to a structure, thus causing financial happy to help.” To reach Mr. Gallaway, call 250-919-5499, 250-426- 9586 or email info@cranbrookpestcontrol.com. burden to homeowners, commented Mr. Gallaway.

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Who needs an Advanced Care Plan?

Everyone. We never know when we will not be able to communicate our wishes to our loved ones and the medical community.

Making sure everyone is clear on our wishes is vital to ensure that in times of trauma and stress our wishes are heard and honoured.

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Lake Windermere film getting attention “The goal was really to take this sense of community that we have in the Columbia Valley and match it together with our pride and our love of adventure and activity in the water. Then move people, like really move them emotionally, into this recognition of an opportunity to be a steward,” said Ms. Peloso.

Ms. Peloso said the Ambassadors wanted to get people to recognize the value in the watershed and inspire people to transform their pride in it.

“We hoped the video would bring out that pride people feel, like wow this watershed is amazing, and then following on that, realizing that we have it in our power to maintain that quality and value.

Doing nothing isn’t going to accomplish that. Doing whatever is accessible to us or whatever inspires us as a team, as a community, is one amazing way to leave a legacy of water health,” said Peloso.

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By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff On March 22nd the Lake Windermere Ambassadors launched their film about the connection between the lake and humans, the ambassadors and the importance of a healthy watershed. The Lake Windermere Ambassadors film has since gotten a number of views and shares on the group’s Facebook page according to Megan Peloso, former program coordinator.

“We released it on World Water Day. That was the social media launch and that was March 22nd and we released it on Facebook. We ended up, one week from the launch (and) the video reached 50,085 people. Pretty amazing. It had 1,500 reactions, comments, and shares,” said Ms. Peloso.

Since it’s release the Ambassadors have seen an increase in memberships and volunteers stepping forward to find out how they can get involved.

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April 14, 2017 EARTH & ENERGY —The award-winning documentary ‘To The Ends of The Earth’ will be screened at the 2017 Wildsight AGM in Invermere, held on Earth Day (April 22nd).

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21 tainable. Or the river conservationist in Utah who fights to protect the Colorado River from oil shale projects that would disturb its headwaters. Check out the trailer at www.endsofearth.com.

What better way to support environmental and climate literacy than by joining your local Wildsight branch this Earth Day. Refreshments and home-baked goods will also be served; please bring your own cup. All your friends will be there. The event will be held at the Wilmer Community Hall. All are welcome, and admission is by donation. See www.wildsight.ca/invermere for more information.

It follows concerned citizens living at the frontiers of extreme oil and gas extraction, bearing witness to a global crossroads. They call for human ingenuity to rebuild society at the end of the fossil fuel era.

We’ll heard the voices of those who not only denounce the rise of extreme energy, but also envision the new world that is taking shape in its stead — a future beyond the resource pyramid, a post-growth economy. For example, the mayor of an Inuit village in Canada’s high Arctic who is concerned that seismic testing for oil in the ocean is blowing up the eardrums of the animals that the Inuit hunt to survive.

Or the environmental lawyer who goes on a journey to areas that produce energy for the tarsands of Alberta. He learns of the inputs of energy that have to be put into this resource and the reasons why A scene from To The Ends of the Earth documentary. the second largest oil project in the world is economically unsus-

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Yard Waste Pick-up Program The District is launching a new Yard Waste Pick-up Program to assist residents in disposing of spring yard waste. The program will be a reservation based system where residents are to call the Municipal Office at 250-342-9281 and ask to be put on the reservation list for Yard Waste Pick-up. Residents are to provide the following information to Municipal Staff : • Name; • Phone number; and • Civic Address Pick-up will occur on Wednesdays only through the month of May. Resident will be required to place their yard waste at the curb for pickup after 8 am on the day of pick-up after you have placed your reservation and confirmed your street address.

Yard waste must be placed in clear plastic or brown paper bags and includes leaf and grass material. Branches and pruning are to be bundled in maximum 4 foot bundles and are not to exceed 50 lbs in weight.

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The District apologizes for any inconveniences caused by this operation. For further information, please telephone the municipal office at 250-342-9281.

Invermere Town Hall The future of fish and wildlife: Are we losing what makes BC special?

April 14, 2017

Town Hall meeting set to discuss state of wildlife in B.C.

By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff For many Valley residents, the health and well being of our wildlife is an important topic of discussion when new developments, recreation ideas, or even changes to the habitat are proposed. The B.C. Wildlife Federation (BCWF) is holding town hall meetings across the province to present information surrounding the status of wildlife in British Columbia.

“They’ll be going over things. Their emphasis for the evening will mostly be on three main topics dealing with funding, science, and social support. So they’ll talk about direct funding and things like that, how much money is really going towards conservation, fish, and wildlife,” said Lake Windermere District Rod and Gun Club president Rick Hoar.

BCWF speaker Jesse Zeman will be traveling to Invermere on Friday, April 21st to give a presentation to the community on the information BCWF has collected. After Mr. Zeman presents the floor will be open to the public to ask questions to Mr. Zeman or the Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA candidates that will be in attendance at the meeting. The evening will have the president of the East Kootenay Wildlife Association act as moderator.

“There’s a reason for holding these town hall meetings just prior to the election. This information has to get out and we’ve been holding meetings around the province last year. This is timely to know, so then you can go and ask the candidates ‘what’s your position on these?’,” said Mr. Hoar.

The event is about educating the public on issues that local wildlife and ecological species are facing and address the problems.

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put 22 more species in the Invermere area on this species at risk act and we’ve added 27 new species that are red or blues listed under the B.C. data system,” said Mr. Hoar.

“I think it’s important they come and hear the information, I’ve heard some of it Mr. Hoar went on to question why there aren’t more discussions about this.

These numbers and species at risk and concern are items that will be discussed at the and it’s quite astounding,” said Mr. Hoar.

The Lake Windermere District Rod and Gun Club have been doing research prior town hall. to the town hall regarding how bad the situation is for species in Invermere focusing “In our response when we look at this, we haven’t been managing our land base in the Invermere area all that well when it comes on pre-2005 and post 2005 for exact figures of species at risk in the area. Investigating species “In 12 years we’ve put 22 more species in the Invermere area on this to these species. That’s troubling, that’s really on the federal Species At Risk Act list (SARA) species at risk act and we’ve added 27 new species that are red or troubling,” said Mr. Hoar. and the B.C. Conservation Data Centre lists In preparation for the town hall meetblues listed under the B.C. data system.” to compare what animals are recognized at risk ing, Mr. Hoar suggest the public do a little and which are on their way to SARA. research to become familiar with the concerns Rick Hoar the BCWF has. The BCWF has a section on Prior to 2005 according to Mr. Hoar, the Rod & Gun Club President Invermere area had four mammal, five bird, and their website that Mr. Hoar recommends that five amphibian species at risk. The BC Conserhouses five questions that were created based on their data and research, that the BCWF has asked MLA candidates. The town hall vation Data Centre had no species listed for the Invermere region prior to 2005. “[2005] up to 2017, when we looked at that stuff by year, we found 22 species meeting will be held Friday, April 21st at 7 p.m. in the Invermere Community Hall. listed under SARA and under BC data centre there are 27 new ones. In 12 years we’ve For more information visit www.bcwf.bc.ca. . . . ‘Town Hall’ from previous page

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Deer cull opponent defamation case gets underway

By Trevor Crawley, Cranbrook Townsman A civil trial against the mayor of Invermere began in Cranbrook court on Tuesday, April 11th, following alleged defamatory comments that were posted to a regional online news website.

Devin Kazakoff, a resident of Invermere, claims he was defamed by Invermere mayor Gerry Taft, who allegedly referred to him as a ‘convicted felon’ in the com-

ment section of a local news webpage.

Taft’s comment was left on a letter about deer being culled in daylight in Elkford in 2014, listing Kazakoff, among others, as sources to contact for more information. However, in his comments posted online, Taft referred to Kazakoff as the author of the letter.

Kazakoff, who is involved with an urban deer protection group based out of Invermere, was a public spokesperson for anti-deer cull campaigns in the region and across the province, beginning in 2011.

However, Kazakoff and Lucky Sikora, another individual also opposed to deer culls, destroyed two clover deer traps in Kimberley that were being used to kill urban ungulates in February 2014.

Kazakoff pleaded guilty to a charge of mischief under $5,000 and was sentenced to a $2,700 fine and given a conditional discharge by Justice Ron Webb in Cranbrook in April 2015.

The defamation trial is scheduled to run for a week and a half.

New food team makes big strides at The View Submitted by Brian Schaaal, Copper Point Golf Course Copper Point Golf Course has made a number of fantastic changes to The View Restaurant over the last year, adding a new food and beverage team. They have seen the positive results in reviews and customer satisfaction and hope that you will join them at “The View Restaurant” now open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The View Restaurant has three different dining spaces all featuring a family friendly, wheelchair accessible space with stunning views of the Columbia Valley, Purcell Mountain Range and the Point Golf Course. We take pride in making everything in house to ensure the freshest quality product utilizing as many seasonal local products possible. This gives us the ability to adapt to most dietary restrictions or preferences. We have a wide variety of vegetarian dishes as well many gluten and dairy free options.

Chef Thijs Boersma is originally from Holland and is French Cuisine trained with Michelin Star experience. He immigrated to Invermere in 2009 and has worked at some of the Valley’s best restaurants as a sous chef. He came to The View Restaurant to gain experience as an executive chef and bring his experience and skill turning The View into not just a seasonal clubhouse but a year round, casual fine dining favourite.

Food and beverage manager Monica Fisher was born and raised in Invermere.

She has over 21 years of food and beverage experience and enjoys bringing a friendly yet professional feeling to the dining experience. After high school, she left the valley for international travel, finding a passion for fine food, craft beer and wine.

After traveling, she settled in Calgary for 10 years gaining extensive experience in restaurant management.

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FOOD TEAM - Chef Thijs Boersma and food and beverage manager Monica Fisher are part of a new crew doing great things at The View .

Submitted photo Chef Thijs and the talented food and beverage team have crafted a fantastic, versatile menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Over the last year we have gained many regular customers who come specifically for the “house favourites” such as our delicious burger, panko breaded fish and chips, ahi tuna salad, vegetable kabobs and to quote from a very happy guest “the best pork chop ever”. Thijs and Monica both take a huge amount of pride in providing exceptional quality and service. “We want to provide an opportunity for all to enjoy incredible food but without the incredible cost or feeling ‘out of place’”. We want to turn The View Restaurant into the first on the mind of places to dine,” they said. “We change our menu seasonally always keeping the ‘local favourites’ while always offering something new and exciting.”

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. . . ‘Greenways’ from page 3 During the public meeting, many valley residents brought forward concerns for the wildlife in the region and how these proposed trails will affect them.

One resident stated “core values in this community (include) love of the environment, clean water, wildlife. I was struck by the lack of inclusion of that (in the vision document).”

Another resident stated “I feel that nobody up there is standing up for wildlife” referring to the Greenways Trail Alliance directors. Mr. Hawla said to those in attendance anybody who cares about the wildlife or cares about the environment is welcome to come and participate.

Greenways trails vision recommendations do include the compliance of wildlife acts, however, they did not go into how they intend to deal with wildlife at this meeting as they were giving a review of their vision for future projects.

“Some people arrived expecting to review a wildlife management plan. Greenways intend to fully comply with the Wildlife Act, the Water Act, the Fisheries Act and all other legislation while we maintain or build trails. If anyone is look-

ing for a wildlife management plan, they should review the Wildlife Act,” said Mr. Hawla.

The Greenways team focused their presentation on discussing their trail vision recommendations that included working with government bodies and private landowners to sanction currently unsanctioned trails.

The group is also seeking to offer comprehensive, consistent signage, including trailhead kiosks, make access to trails easier, and build trailhead facilities at all trails.

Greenways also plans to coordinate with each local government to act as a cohesive group in marketing the region.

One of the group’s biggest plans is to investigate the potential for High Alpine Epic Trail between Panorama, Invermere, and Nipika.

“With trail use exploding, it’s kind of like a rowdy house party with 100 people — is anyone still wondering if someone should look after the house” said Mr. Hawla, adding somebody needs to ‘look after the house of trails’.

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Is it newsworthy?

Fresh old ideas

By Arnold Malone Pioneer Columnist Media is our window to the world. It is how we learn about other places, events, issues, joys and concerns. It is obvious that a free press is a required pillar for a democratic society.

For many years media has been a prestigious institution and its employees were persons with significant respect. In recent years however, that respect has shrunk and media personalities are more frequently confronted with skepticism.

When I refer to media or journalist in this writing I am referring to those larger outlets such as the daily papers, and major radio and TV stations and I separate them from the smaller community papers that serve a different function.

There are a variety of reasons that journalism has lost some prestige. One of them is, we now live in a more educated society. Educated persons don’t just receive information they debate what they receive. They think for themselves. It is, also the case that there are many

more options for advertisers and media need to compete fiercely for shrinking dollars. Some of that competition has lead to an unfortunate use of sensational headlines in an attempt to attract readers; a dumbing down of the news.

A major concern with today’s news seems to be the unending search for awful. Radio, TV, and print news are too often a repeat of the police report. I have no idea why it is important to inform us about a crime hundreds of kilometres from where we live. The news is delivered like a catalogue of evil. A litany of items that ads little, if anything, to our lives yet make us feel like everything is going to some miserable hot place in a hand basket.

Too often political news is just the index of what went wrong on any given day. It is impossible to live in a country as great as Canada and not have political efforts that result as advanced achievements. Yet, good deeds and programs seldom seem news worthy.

Every day in every community Canadians get out of bed and work to achieve so as to support their families and communities. Surely, there are enough positive events taking place for which we could feel a burst of pride.

Who are these persons who choose to feed us a catalogue of evil? Why can’t we have a window onto the good that governments perform and citizens achieve?

News providers frequently claim, “Good news doesn’t

sell.” I just don’t believe that. We are all witness to happy and productive news and we delight in the moment.

Today our youth have so many opportunities to be entertained and distracted with music, social media, cell phones, videos, and 100 channel TVs, why would they choose to watch such depressing stuff as the news?

News needs to be a mix of good along with those issues of concern.

In a country as great as this, we should not have to endure a list of all that went wrong today. On the bright side, Canadian news contains a lot more positive messages than that supplied by CNN. If the child psychologists have it correct, that children become more advanced when they are raised in a positive and rewarding environment, then should a society be any different? Would not some positive messages be helpful? The achievements of governments and citizens are not just accidents. Would we not have greater pride and motivation if we were exposed to the good that occurs?

If we are to love our country we need to balance the bad with the great and there is an abundance of great that can be shared. When we get excited about our best we are motivated to do even better.

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

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Fairmont Hot Springs Resort announces new attraction sort. They invited a group of 10 resort employees and their family members to Fairmont Hot Springs experience the Kokanee Resort and Mineral MounMountain Zipline course tain Zipline will break in Nelson,” said Mr. Van ground Monday, April 24th Dijk. “They did an outon a new attraction for the standing job of making summer season, with the sure every single one of us resort soon to be home to a felt safe and really enjoyed six line zipline course. The the zipline experience, with course will have a total of lots of personal touches 1.3 kilometres of ziplining from their guides. This tour with the shortest line 130 convinced us that they were ZIP-A-DEE-DOO-DAH — A new zipline attraction in feet (39 metres) and the the best partner we could Fairmont is breaking ground April 24th. Photo submitted longest almost 1,600 feet have on this project.”

(487 metres) taking guests between two and two and a When choosing the location of the zipline, they were half hours to complete. specifically looking at areas that could handle the future “The course is designed to build confidence in the expansion of more lines and that would offer the guest guests by starting with a smaller line and gradually build- the most incredible experience possible. ing up to the longer ziplines. The stunning course has “Mineral Mountain Zipline will be located above elevated platforms which are situated in the trees, giv- Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, somewhat on the way up ing the fantastic feeling of being up in a forest canopy, to the ski hill. The zipline will run back and forth over while also offering incredible views of Rocky Mountain Fairmont Creek Canyon and Fairmont Creek; and will faces and the Columbia Valley,” said Mineral Mountain be set against a Rocky Mountain face, overlooking the Zipline co-owner and operator Todd Manton.

Columbia Valley with views of the Hoodoos, Columbia The idea for a zipline in Fairmont Hot Springs has Lake, the Columbia River and other spectacular sights,” been in discussion from as early as 2013 according to said Mr. Manton.

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort president and chief execuAs Mineral Mountain Zipline is a new company in tive officer Pascal van Dijk. Mr. Van Dijk said the resort the Valley they will have some staff move between the first became interested in a zipline primarily because it is Nelson location to Fairmont, but will be hiring up to 20 an activity that everyone can enjoy, and is a great way to seasonal positions which opens up lots of opportunity enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the resort in a com- for employment from within the Valley. With training pletely different way. beginning in June, anyone interested should stay tuned “It was the logical answer to ‘what new family-friend- for a hiring announcement. ly attraction or activity would even further enhance the “Mineral Mountain Zipline will offer competitive guests’ stay at the resort and make Fairmont Hot Springs wages with opportunities for some seasonal staff to bea more exciting place?’,” said Mr. Van Dijk. come full-time year-round team members,” said Mr. The resort was approached by the Manton family – Manton. which owns and operates Kokanee Mountain Zipline in Mineral Mountain Zipline is expected to open midNelson, B.C. – last summer to discuss the potential of July this year and run until Thanksgiving weekend, with expanding their operation into Fairmont Hot Springs. tours running every hour starting at 9 a.m. and running “It was the Manton family who took the initiative until 5 p.m. Starting next season they will open for tours and approached us about the opportunity to have them from May to October. For more information check out build and operate a zipline at Fairmont Hot Springs Re- their temporary website www.zipmineral.com.

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DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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

Request for Quotation For the Supply and Installation of selected Landscaping Elements at the new Columbia Valley Community Centre.

Landscape elements the quotation request is for include: 1. Supply and installation of the Landscape Irrigation system.

2. Supply and Installation of the required turf (sod) and hydraulic seeding.

3. Supply of the tree and plants proposed for the site.

The RFQ and associated specifications are available on the District of Invermere website under: YourGovernment\Document library\Bids and Tenders\RFQ Landscaping – Link below. https://invermere.civicweb.net/filepro/documents/836 Quotations will be accepted for all or any of the 3 landscaping items listed. Quotations are to be listed separately if providing pricing for more than one of the landscaping elements.

The deadline for price quotation is April 26, 2017 at 2 pm MST. Electronic submissions are permitted, email for submissions is planning@invermere.net .

The Request of Quotation packages presented or delivered to the District of Invermere clearly marked Request for Quotation: Landscaping.

Delivered quotes to be received at: District of Invermere PO Box 339, 914 8th Avenue Invermere, B.C . V0A 1K0 All Inquiries related to this Request for Quotation shall be directed to: Rory Hromadnik – Development ServicesDistrict of InvermerePhone 250-342-9281 extension 1235e-mail planning@invermere.net

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Valley has a long golfing history

PUTTING ON THE POINT — Golfing in the Columbia Valley dates back to 1915 when the Invermere Golf Club was formed. In both these historical photos, golfers enjoy the greens on Fort Point in Invermere.

Photos submitted Submitted by Moselle Dibdin Columbia Valley Golf Trail The Columbia Valley Golf Trail (CVGT) is a world-class golfing destination featuring eight spectacular courses; some are named after places in the UK’s Lake District such as Windermere and Invermere-on-the-Lake, while others such as Radium and Fairmont Hot Springs are more redolent of sunnier climes! Nestled in the spectacular Kootenay landscape, this is home to beautiful beaches, hot springs, glorious wildlife and quality local businesses. The close proximity of the courses, only 35 minutes from one end of the valley to the other, and the diversity of terrain offer a truly unique golf experience.

The Columbia Valley has a rich history that all began from the home of golf — St. Andrews in Scotland. In 1873 Robert Randolph Bruce emigrated to Canada, he renamed the town he settled in as Invermere — Scots for ‘mouth’ and ‘lake’. His intention was to attract English and Scottish immigrants to the Columbia Valley, so in 1915 Bruce encouraged a group to form the Invermere Golf Club. That same year, the railway between Golden and Cranbrook opened, bringing more people to

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Today the Columbia Valley Golf Association (CVGA) are the keepers of Bruce’s legacy, finding new ways to attract golf tourism to the area, with 41 fulltime annual and 471 seasonal and part-time employees. Their annual ‘passport program’ is an innovative approach to funding all of their marketing and advertising efforts giving subscribers a chance to golf each of the eight courses for a reduced price. This stunning trail attracts people from B.C., Alberta and all over the world, bringing economic prosperity to the region – to this end, the CVGA seeks to promote the Columbia Valley as a world-class destination.

Working closely with local schools, the association provides equipment and tutelage, encouraging kids to engage with golf for fun and exercise. Three years ago, they established the Junior Golf Program to provide opportunities for children under age 13 to learn more and practise their hand; last year saw 40 young registrants take up the sport.

The ‘Build Your Skills’ instructional sessions are on Wednesday, April 19th and Wednesday, April 26th at Windermere Valley, $20 per child.

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Comfort and control

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By Tammy Stehr Pioneer Columnist

Riding along with the wave of life and going with the flow is excellent advice and sometimes easier said than done. It is fine and well to go along with things for a time but, after a while you may strive for a small amount of control. Maybe you want it because it seems to feel better, like you may be able to control and create your life as you want it. When there is a bit of control over how and when things happen in our lives, we tend to feel more security, because things are foreseeable.

Security is what we all search for, if we do not already have it in our lives. This innate behaviour of ours urges us toward those predictable, daily, routine things that offer familiarity and comfort. There is a fine line however, to be maintained when it comes to control.

Too much, and you come unraveled at the idea of going with the flow, and you are too nervous to venture out and enjoy life. Too little and there may be an underlying feeling of insecurity.

Maintaining yourself and getting about doing your work is making sure you are providing what you need . . . ‘Valley’ from previous page Register at http://bit.do/JuniorGolf. Our ‘Get Out & Golf!’ drop-in sessions are on Wednesdays in May — May 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th — at Creekside in Fairmont Hot Springs, five dollars per child.

The CVGA also support local charities and nonprofits who make complimentary use of the courses and facilities in a fundraising capacity. Last year the CVGT Association donated $252,000 in facilities and giveaways. The Point at Copper Point donates two per cent its their gross revenues to support the Windermere & District Lion’s Club.

Of course, golf is great for our physical and emotional well-being. During an 18-hole round, a player will have an average heart rate of 100 beats per min-

for yourself, to be healthy and happy so that you have something to offer others. Too much control can offer a false sense of security. This is not how you create reality, but it gives the illusion from a distance, that life just flows smoothly. Close examination reveals the flaw; you never have time to relax with all the planning and organizing you need to do, to control all those things…

This is why going with the flow is a much better idea. Things we attract to ourselves are orchestrated with much more detail than we realize. Besides, the way you create your own reality is by holding a vibration that matches what you are wanting to attract. It requires only your focus and attention on what you are thinking and feeling.

If it is control you seek, then have control over how you handle things and what you choose to think and believe. These times are times of great change and we are the ones who are making that change happen. We are all on our way towards a raise in vibration, along with our Earth Mother.

The best therapy for the want of comfort that control simulates, is love. Love of self and of others. To be thankful for what you have, always. Love and acceptance tends to bring out the best in people. Now that sure would be some awesome change to help bring about don’t you think?

Tammy does spiritual counselling and healing through Reiki, transformational and Alchemic techniques. She has completed her Bachelor of Metaphysical Sciences and is working towards completing her Master’s degree in the near future. Contact her at tammystehr@gmail.com.

ute over a two to five hour period; the perfect kind of cardiovascular exercise to stimulate the brain and reduce stress, while also improving vision and sleep!

Playing golf can even help you live longer. A Swedish study found that retired golfers have a 40 per cent lower death rate. Golf is also a very social sport. In an increasingly technology-driven world, many people are feeling less connected and golf provides a perfect remedy; an opportunity to meet people, interact with friends, foster relationships and most of all, have fun outdoors.

Six of the CVGT courses are open, with outstanding early spring conditions, while the remaining two are slated to open on Friday, April 14th.

For more information, and to book your tee time, visit columbiavalleygolftrail.com

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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Request for Quotation Utility work vehicle The District of Invermere is requesting quote submissions for the supply and delivery to the District of Invermere Public Works Yard at Industrial Rd #1. 4x4 Utility vehicle.

Invitation to quote will be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope (2017 – Multi use utility vehicle quote, Attention Bruce Forsyth) and received in the District of Invermere office no later than 2 pm, April 28, 2017.

Minimum Requirements as follows; • 60 hp Diesel 4 wheel drive (EPA Tier 4 rating) • Front mounted lifting boom assembly Compatible with all skid steer attachments.

• Fully enclosed air tight cab • Hydraulic lifting Cargo bed • Road travel package ( headlights turn signals, brake lights ) • 2 passenger seating with seat belts • Window wipers • Interior heater defroster with air conditioning • Back up alarm • Amber led strobe light • Supply and install Kenwood 2 way radio • High Flow Hydraulic Package • Quick attach control operated from inside the cab • Attachment mounting brackets compatible with all skid steer attachments Optional Attachments: • 72 inch Commercial snow blower • Quick mounting kit compatible with Skid Steer attachments • Auxiliary hydraulic pump package (25-35 GPM) • Dump truck Loading chute • Inside cab mounted controls • Cargo box sand spreader • Inside Cab controls for full operations • Rear Spreader Light kit The District of Invermere reserves the right to reject any and all quotes and/or to accept any quote which may be in the best interest of the District of Invermere. The lowest quote will not necessarily be accepted.

If you wish to contact the District of Invermere in regards to the awarding, please do so no sooner than one (1) week after the closing date specified.

All submissions become the property of the District of Invermere.

Contact Information: Mr. Bruce Forsyth, District of Invermere 914 – 8th Avenue PO Box 339, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-342-9281 (Ext 1400) Fax: 250-342-2934 Email: pwshop@invermere.net

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A remarkable events line-up is in store for the Wings wildlife festival

By Nicole Trigg Special to The Pioneer When the 21st annual Wings Over the Rockies festival swoops into the Columbia Valley starting Monday, May 8th, it will start an entire week of adventure, informal learning, and amazing memories.

The 105 events that make up this year’s Wings festival — centered around the 2017 theme of “Birds, Bats, Bears & Beyond”, range from wandering along the shores of the wetlands and guided paddling tours on the Columbia River, to forest walks and brewery tours — and everything in between.

No matter what activity you sign up for, you’re guaranteed to come away wiser, more aware and full of wonderment; so take a minute to peruse the festival guide (available as a hard copy at Pynelogs or online at www.WingsOver The Rockies.org).

NATURAL BEAUTIES —Top to bottom, left to right: a coot feeding its young; a pair of Great horned owlets; a female Pine Grosbeak; an osprey with a fish; a kestrel.

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Birds The festival’s namesake — the Columbia Valley’s amazing and diverse bird population — will continue to be the focus of many of the trips, tours and excursions.

If you’ve never been a “birder” and for the life of you can’t identify a robin from a loon, then “Birding for Dummies with Cathy Parkes” is the perfect way to kick off your week of feathered fun. Running from 8 to 11 a.m. on Monday, May 8th, this easy excursion in and around Invermere will help bring you up to speed.

Dress for the weather and while binoculars and a field guide are ideal, they’re not mandatory.

More experienced bird watchers have probably already signed up for the signature events offered by local bird aficionado and tour operator Cam Gillies, who is teaming up with Michael den Otter to bring participants to some of the best places in the valley to find geese, grebes, mergansers and more. “Wacky Waterbirds!” is also taking place on Monday, between 8 and 11 a.m., but in the Radium/Brisco area.

Later in the week, Mr. Gillies will be

teaming up with keynote speaker Danny Catt (featured in last week’s Pioneer) to deliver “The Catt & the Bird’er” on Saturday, May 13th from 8 to 11 a.m. This promises to be an eye-opening experience in the Fairmont area, as participants will be looking for new migrants arriving in the valley and distinguishing them from those that never left with expert help.

Bats Bats are our buddies, not freaky monsters to be feared — this is the message that Leigh Anne Isaac will be spreading throughout the Wings week, with events both in Golden and the valley proper. A passionate bat biologist, Ms. Isaac will lead an “Eavesdropping on the Secret World of Bats” mission at the Zehnder Farm in Invermere, teaching about bat ecology and bats’ biological sonar that helps them navigate and find food in the dark. Making this event even cooler will be the use of specialized detectors for listening to bat activity. Starting at 7:45 and going until 11 p.m., this exciting evening event is open to all ages and takes place on Friday, May 12th.

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. . . from previous page Ms. Isaac will also lead a bat house-building workshop (“Building Homes for Bats”) for those who want to help these fascinating little creatures by providing them with a safe home. In Radium, that takes place on Sunday, May 14th between 1 and 4 p.m. and all materials to build the bat houses (one per household) will be provided.

Bats will also be a big deal at the first-ever “Wings Fest Children’s Festival”, taking place in Invermere on Saturday, May 13th from noon to 4 p.m. at Pothole Park. Here, kids will be able to participate in an interactive station run by Kootenay Community Bat Project biologists, which will teach them all about bats and nurture their appreciation for these nocturnal mammals.

Bears Bear lovers are going to have a blast this Wings, with three top bruin experts teaching about these majestic but misunderstood animals.

The first day of the fest will see Colleen Campbell speak on the history of black bears in the Rocky Mountain ecosystem. In “From Teddy to Smoky: The Allure and the Alarm of our Furry Friends” on Monday, May 8th, Ms. Campbell, a field biologist for the Eastern Slopes Grizzly Bear Research project, will also talk about bear evolutionary history, polar bears and human behaviour — questions and discussion are welcome and will be encouraged.

Ms. Campbell will continue sharing her expertise on Tuesday, May 9th, when she leads a hike, “On the Scent: A Hunt for Bear Signs”, in the Invermere area. Safety concerns will be front of mind, as will bear habitat and food sources.

An evening slideshow presentation (“Grizzly Bears in the Kootenays: The Dance Between Berries and Bullets”) at Pynelogs on Wednesday, May 10th by Michael Proctor, one of North America’s most respected bear biologists, will look at B.C.’s grizzlies as well as grizzlies around the world in remote areas like Mongolia’s Gobi dessert. That same evening event, which starts at 7 p.m., will also feature the film “Living with Wildlife” that explores how people and grizzly bears share the landscape of the Bow Valley.

Another evening presentation at Pynelogs will be delivered by wildlife photographer Brad Hill. “The Essence of Bear” on Friday, May 12th will feature a narrated slideshow that will provide a rare look at bears “just being bears” when left to their own devices and their individual personalities can shine through.

Registration for all events started on Monday, April 10th. Online registration is recommended — visit www.wingsovertherockies.org. To pick up a hard copy of the program, drop by the Pynelogs Cultural Centre, headquarters for the Festival, at Kinsmen Beach.

MYSTERIOUS & MAGNIFICENT — Top to bottom, left to right: a closeup of a laughing bat; two cubs clamber over a log; the B.C. grizzly known as Lady Madonna; a grizzly in the snow.

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April 14, 2017 CONTAMINATION CURE — The site of the unofficial historical Wilmer dump has been the subject of remediation work since 2002.

Photos by Pat Morrow

Canadian government tackles old Wilmer dump

By Nicole Trigg Special to The Pioneer The federal government has an eagle eye on an area of the Columbia Wetlands just outside of Wilmer that was once used as an unofficial dump site.

A steep bank along Westside Road that residents used to drive up to and dump their garbage — including home heating oil tanks, car bodies, tires, paint cans and general household waste, all of which would go tumbling down to the slope and pile up near the water’s edge — has been the focus of an extensive federally-funded cleanup effort to the tune of $2.05 million to date.

The dramatic-looking reclamation site, located in the Columbia National Wildlife Area, is in the final stages after the Canadian government first began an environmental assessment of its soil, sediment and surface water in 2002-2003.

The project timeline “SEACOR Environmental Inc. (now SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd.) conducted follow-up environmental assessments in 2003-2004, 2005-2006 and 2009-2010 primarily focused in and around debris/dump areas identified on the upland bench and in the marsh foreshore,” Lindsay Paterson, a soil scientist with SLR Consulting assigned to the project, told The Pioneer in an email.

By 2010, SLR had a plan in place to remove the substantial garbage build-up and associated contamination of the site in the least invasive way possible. First, it took to removing large-scale debris from the steep slopes

between the upland bench where the garbage would get dumped, and the marsh below. Then, additional material, which had to get airlifted out by helicopter, was removed from the wetlands foreshore, as was contaminated soil along a 60-metre length of the shoreline.

Following this shoreline remediation, which was completed in 2011, even more debris was noted further out in the marsh area.

“SLR completed supplemental investigations in the marsh in 2011-2012 and in November 2012, King Hoe Excavating Ltd. removed debris from a steep gully and other areas on the upland bench,” said Ms. Paterson.

But as debris was removed, more was discovered. By 2014, SLR had determined “significant” debris was located on the benchland’s south slope and another plan to remediate the site was developed.

“In 2014-2015, King Hoe Excavating Ltd. was

retained to remove the largest debris remaining in the marsh and to excavate debris and associated contaminated soil from the trail area,” said Ms. Paterson. “Again, helicopters were used to transport the marsh debris up to Westside Road for offsite transport.”

But geotechnical and budgetary constraints limited the extent of the excavation, so last year, SLR devised yet another plan to safely access the remaining debris embedded in the south slope. Over the past 2016-2017 winter season, Matcon Environmental Ltd. was contracted to remove the last of the old Wilmer dump contaminants.

“As part of their contract, Matcon Environmental Ltd. was required to retain a qualified geotechnical professional to prepare an Excavation and Restoration Design Plan for the remediation program; Matcon Environmental Ltd. retained WSP Canada Inc. to prepare the plan and to provide on-site geotechnical monitoring services for the duration of the work,” Ms. Paterson said.

The reclamation work has been vigorously monitored by the federal government, with all contractor equipment required to be cleaned prior to arrival on site.

Furthermore, SLR has provided environmental monitor personnel to inspect any equipment brought to the Wilmer wetlands site for foreign debris, soil and plants.

Where deemed necessary, workers accessing steep slopes were equipped with fall-restraint harnesses.

“All workers collecting soil samples wore nitrile gloves. As well, all workers had half-face respirators with particulate filters for use during excavating and soil handling activities that generated dust,” Ms. Paterson noted.

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April 14, 2017 . . . from previous page Why the old Wilmer dump?

Long-term locals might wonder why a remote heap of garbage has been under the scrutiny of the Canadian government for 15 years.

Since the old dump is now located in a federally-protected National Wildlife Area, it’s considered a property of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), which has a mandate to clean up contaminated sites on its properties in order to reduce or eliminate the risks posed by contaminants on these sites.

“The Wilmer unit of the Columbia NWA was one of these sites, where dumping was a persistent activity for many years prior to the area being designated a protected area,” explained Courtney Albert, the Protected Areas Coordinator for ECCC-Pacific Region, in an email. “Assessment of the uplands revealed several years’ worth of dumping, including automobiles, building debris, scrap metal, batteries and other refuse along the slope resulting in contamination of soils.”

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 33 Compounding the problem has been high intensity rain and snow over the last five years, which has exposed the piles of trash. With each removal, additional garbage has been exposed and ongoing assessments have revealed the slope’s soil exceeded allowable levels of contaminants.

The large remedial excavation conducted in 2015 removed 3,500 tons of contaminated soil and debris from the steep slope between the uplands and marsh, stated Ms. Albert.

With the removal of any remaining debris and refuse completed this past winter, restoration of the slope is now underway, she added.

“This includes work such as reseeding with native seed mix; regrading the trail; application of an erosion control blanket as toe support for the slope; creation of narrow terraces to serve as trails for wildlife; and installation of erosion and sediment control measures within the gully at the base of the slope to mitigate overland flow of sediments into the marsh,” said Ms. Albert.

“Input from Canadian Wildlife Service, as well as from local BC Ministry of Environment personnel, was also

sought in developing appropriate seed blends and identifying seed suppliers for the site,” added Ms. Paterson.

Once SLR’s work is done, ECCC will make a determination whether or not the remediation done to date will suffice.

“So we can’t really say it’s complete until then,” said Ms. Albert.

That said, Ms. Paterson did explain that SLR had determined through sampling the contamination did not extend into native soils on either side or directly below the remediation site, and that while the removal of the old dump refuse had been recommended and acted upon, SLR had not identified any “unacceptable risks” posed to wildlife in the nearby wetlands — such as the Western Painted Turtle — from residual hydrocarbon and metals.

The risk assessment was reviewed by the Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan support personnel at Environment and Climate Change Canada and at Fisheries and Oceans Canada, explained Ms. Paterson.

SLOPE SCOURING — Heavy machinery was put to work over the winter removing any remaining debris and disturbed soil from the remediation site.

Below, reseeding efforts are now underway.

Photos by Pat Morrow

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34 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer . . . ‘Planned Westside Park gas station’ from page 5 Recognizing the need for more safety measures in the neighbourhood to slow traffic on 13th Avenue Mayor Gerry Taft spoke to the concern.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if future council put in more stop signs on 13th (Avenue),” said Mr. Taft.

After a question and answer period Mr. Taft officially opened the meeting to allow for residents and community members to go on record to state their stance on the issue to council.

Colin Hardwick was one of the community members in attendance that was in favour the development of a gas bar in Westside Park.

“I love the fact that I don’t have to go down the hill to get gas to fill my car,” said Mr. Hardwick.

Addressing the concerns that were raised over the safety of having a gas bar in a residential area Mr. Hardwick stated there are certain codes and safety measures in place for that.

“There’s safety measures already built in by the government, that’s not up to Mr. Brown-John,” said Mr. Hardwick.

Chris Raven was opposed to the gas bar, citing the gas station the Shuswap Band is putting in and asking if a community the size of Invermere really needs another gas station?

“It shouldn’t be a family orientated subdivision if that (putting in a gas station) has always been the plan,” said Mr. Raven.

Dave McGrath was another supporter of the project saying the convenience of it is going to add something to the community.

“I don’t think it’s an unsightly thing, if it’s done in a tasteful manner,” said Mr. McGrath.

Others in attendance were for the convenience store but were against the

April 14, 2017 gas station, with many saying that a gas station doesn’t make sense there. One resident of Westside Park said she was for the commercial aspect but against the gas bar saying she was concerned for her children and her own safety.

Some of the people in attendance asked for council to consider the project if it was moved to the south end of the property away from the homes.

“The applicant did (previously) propose to do a gas bar on the south end of the property, but the council of the day (when that proposal came forward) did defeat (voted against) that proposal,” said Mr. Taft.

Residences of the Westside Park development and nearby areas brought forward concerns of decreased value of their homes, saying they knew when they purchased their homes about the plans for a convenience store but not a gas station.

“I understand it has to change, I don’t know if a gas bar is the right way to do it,” said Jillian Cochrane.

Council will take into consideration all the community concerns and opinions on the development and decide if this development is the right change for the neighbourhood. Council will discuss the Westside Park Development on Monday, April 24th at their council meeting.

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. . . ‘Unsanctioned Kindersley trailbuilder’ from page 5 In the second incident Mr. Pacey was found by park wardens using a Swede saw to cut a tree that was on the trail, Mr. Pacey was asked to stop working and leave the trail.

While on the stand Mr. Pacey alleged that Ms. Kwong was planning to close the Kindersley Pass Trail, and he outlined his concern about the need to maintain the trail infrastructure. Judge Doerksen asked Mr. Pacey if his view was if they open a trail they have to maintain it forever.

“Yes, the assets and infrastructure is there and they’re allowing it to degenerate, and I believe it’s wrong,” said Mr. Pacey.

Parks Canada had previously, in the first day of the hearing (held on Thursday, March 9th) outlined that when Mr. Pacey was working on the trails, he had, by working alone, violated a ‘minimum group of four’ trail restriction in place on the Kindersley trail. Parks Canada group of four restrictions are enacted when there is bear activity on the trails to protect both the wildlife and hikers. By having a group of four or larger on the trail it creates a larger disturbance alerting animals to hikers on the trail.

Mr. Pacey addressed this issue, saying he had never come across a bear on the trails although he has seen deer, a wolf, and a rabbit.

“In the 14 years that I have been hiking the trails in the Rockies the only time I’ve seen bears has been on the highway,” said Mr. Pacey.

During cross-examination, Crown prosecutor Rebecca Smyth said Mr. Pacey got a meeting with Ms. Kwong because of the fuss he was raising and that his complaints were taken seriously by Parks Canada. The meeting Ms. Smyth was referring to was a 3.5-to-four-kilometre hike Ms. Kwong took with Mr. Pacey on Kindersley Pass Trail to hear and see areas Mr. Pacey deemed as unsafe.

Ms. Smyth said that if Parks wishes to have a trail overgrown they can do that and they can’t have people carrying out duties on their behalf.

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“Civil disobedience comes with a cost, this is what we’re seeing here, is vigilantism,” said Ms. Smyth.

Mr. Pacey admitted to being a volunteer and a whistleblower but disagreed with Ms. Smyth’s statement that he was committing vigilantism.

“I’m not a vigilante, I’m a volunteer that Parks can’t figure out how to fit into their system,” said Mr. Pacey.

While coming to his verdict Honourable Judge L. Doerksen said he didn’t believe Parks Canada was trying to persecute Mr. Pacey.

“Mr. Pacey you’re not a bad person, this is not a trial about your character. This is a trial about if you committed a regulatory offence,” said Judge Doerksen, adding that guidelines aren’t laws and certainly don’t require Parks to adhere to them, referring to the Parks Canada trail specification guidelines.

The trail specification guidelines were part of Mr. Pacey’s defence argument, with him saying he was trying to expand the trail from 18 inches (half a metre) to guideline standard of four feet (1.2 metres) “It wasn’t random removal, it was to the specifications Parks has,” said Mr. Pacey.

As this case is one that the court doesn’t see regularly Ms. Smyth brought forward two cases that she felt would have bearing in helping the judge in his sentencing, one regarding a citizen joy riding a motor vehicle in the park and a similar case in Banff National Court of a person cutting down trees. Ms. Smyth suggested to the judge that the sentence needs to be a bigger message and act as a deterrent to others, suggesting a $5,000 fine for each count against Mr. Pacey.

“I knew what the verdict would be in, that they’d be giving me a guilty sentence. I just didn’t know what it was going to be dollar amount. I had heard from someone it would be around $300 each roughly. When the prosecutors started talking $5,000 each, I felt like I got kicked in the you know whats. My stomach dropped out,” said Mr. Pacey after the trial.

“Parks Canada is a world leader in conservation

and takes the protection of the resources under its care, and the upholding of its acts and regulations, very seriously,” said Parks Canada spokesperson Lindsay McPherson. “Parks Canada works very hard to prevent offences from happening through education, outreach and prevention strategies, but in some cases, when people do engage in illegal activity in a national park, we need to take stronger actions.

“The law enforcement actions taken in this case reflect Parks Canada’s commitment to protecting Canada’s natural and cultural treasures for future generations. Despite repeated warnings and explanations to Mr. Pacey, he continued to conduct unauthorized trail building and Parks Canada was left with no choice but to pursue charges,” she said. “In this instance, Parks Canada Law Enforcement staff collected sufficient evidence to lay charges under two different sections of the National Parks General Regulations. Parks Canada investigates known or suspected infractions, resulting in charges where supported by evidence. Penalties vary, with a maximum fine of $25,000. The final determination is made by the court in each case.”

Mr. Pacey was found guilty of both counts against him and was given two fines of $500 each with two years to pay them off.

Going forward Mr. Pacey is done doing his volunteer work in the park but will continue to pursue the issue and ask for an inquiry of suitability of what Parks Canada isn’t doing. Mr. Pacey plans to work with MP Wayne Stetski and the federal Conservative critic for national parks and the Ministry of Environment to get attitudes changed.

“A lot more needs to be done from the public.

I’m one person (but) a lot of people have signed the petition (which Mr. Pacey had started last year calling on Parks Canada to upgrade maintenance of the Kindersley trail). If more people want to get in touch with me and add their names to it I’d be more than pleased to add their names,” said Mr. Pacey.

Those interested in learning more about Mr. Pacey’s petition can do so by contacting him directly, by email, at davidpacey09@gmail.com.

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Pioneer Classifieds s obituary s Matson, Dorothy Jane 1933 – 2017

Born July 24th, 1933 in Spokane, Washington, Dorothy died quietly March 31st, 2017 at 2:30 a.m.

In order from most recent, she was predeceased in death by her older brother Jean Ramone Roy Matson; her mother Margaret Ellen McDonald; her father Merlin Raymond Matson; and her younger brother William Quinton Matson.

She is survived by, in order from eldest to youngest, her cousin Lorel Russell Roestel of Spokane, Washington; Jean’s children: her niece Nancy Ellen Carlson of Ozette, Washington and grand-niece Lainey Carlson Poelzer; her nephew Christopher Faris Matson of Mt. Vernon, Washington; her nephew Joseph McDonald Matson of Granite Falls, Washington and grand-niece Jesikah Matson and grand-nephew Joel Matson; her nephew Robert Wayne H. Matson of Littleton, Colorado and grand-nephews Benjamin Matson and Samuel Matson, and grand-niece Hannah Matson.

In her 83 years Dorothy did her best to be self-willed and independent. She started her adventurous life as a little girl running away from home on her tricycle only to end up in downtown Spokane at the police station waiting for mother to pick her up. In a few years she was a consistent winner at playing marbles with the boys, her long red braids brushing the dust as she knelt low to shoot.

The family moved to Bellevue in western Washington in 1940. Jean, her older brother by 5 years, had a constant Shadow and taught Dorothy how to fish, shoot and play guitar - - skills she honed as the years passed. When 14 “Shortie,” at 5’9”, left home to see her way across the southern U.S. Within a year she was homesick and after many trials made the return journey. Within a few years her restless spirit struck again and she headed for her original hometown. In Spokane she started working with horses, training for the show ring. She got pretty handy with a rope, doing trick roping to entertain others.

1955 found Dorothy heading north seeking taller mountains to climb. Dorothy, her brother Jean and her best friend Chuck Forcier had already climbed several in Washington. Coming into British Columbia she knew she’d found mountains big enough to keep her busy. In Fort Steele she met a well seasoned old timer named Jimmie White. They partnered up for the next 10 years, guiding and outfitting with a little trapping and mining on the side.

In 1960 Dorothy’s family came up to look at a property for sale on Columbia Lake. A tour of the surrounding areas cinched the deal and her folks purchased Glenlea Lodge in early 1961. In 1975 the log lodge was destroyed by fire. In recent years Dorothy had a timber home built on the same footprint.

(This beautiful location continued to be part of the Matson family heritage until its sale in December 2015.)

Sometime after receiving her Canadian citizenship, Jimmie retired and Dorothy continued with the outfitting business. She used her horses for trail rides in the off-season, mostly out of Fairmont Hot Springs. She later had her own raft for running the Kootenay. As the years and experiences passed Dorothy began working as a scaler, a job she did well and that served her well.

Caring for her aging parents at their home on Columbia Lake and maintaining the property kept Dorothy busy so retirement found her in the bush as often as possible. Her love for horses, dogs, music and the wild were evident in all chapters of her life.

She could be difficult. She could be impossible. She could be amazing. She could be oh so funny! Thank you for all of it Dorothy. You will be missed.

Thank you to all who have helped Dorothy through the years. Of special note we thank: Dr. Bruce Johnson, Home Health, Katrine-physio, Invermere Hospital, Columbia House and Hospice Society of Columbia Valley.

And deepest gratitude to these dear friends: Wayne and Joan Emery, Tex Chemeli and Beth Noel, Dixie Tardif and Bob Coy, Peter and Sophia Gurano.

To those not named here please accept our heartfelt apology. The omission was unintentional. Details of a party celebrating this woman’s life will be announced and published in plenty of time for those who want to attend. To anyone who has crossed Dorothy’s path: we are putting together a journal of everyone’s experiences and memories of Dorothy. Be honest. It won’t be put together in time for the gathering but if you contribute we’ll see that you get a copy.

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

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Cheers to the caretakers at Cheers to the woman at the front Mountview Cemetery for their desk in Valley Fitness Centre in conscientious and dedicated care of the evenings who is always so the entire grounds, but especially friendly and welcoming. Your smile for watching over the money truck is so lovely and your attitude is so CHEERS & refreshing.

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Cheers to the Invermere Veterinary Hospital staff and Dr. Bruce for making the time for an emergency surgery for our Tabby, Ella, after she had been attacked by a Raptor and was developing an infection. Your advice and knowledge likely saved our lady. What an amazing support you all are for our community.

Jeers to those who have used this section of the Pioneer as an undisguised and free opportunity to endorse the Liberal candidate in the upcoming provincial election. Uncalled-for and totally inappropriate.

Jeers to the guy who thinks it is okay to tie his dog to him while he mows the lawn. You wear hearing protection so it can’t be good for the dog’s hearing.

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A huge Cheers to Jeff and Andrew at Canadian Tire for doing such a great job on fixing my truck. The excellent service is much appreciated!

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.

Jeers to a local salesgirl who put her finger to her lips basically signaling me to be quiet as she was (still) on the phone. You would think that if I was stupid enough to even consider paying $100 for one of your overpriced items I might have received some kind of service.

FOR RENT 700 sq. ft. , $400/mo + GST, Utilities, D.D. Unit behind Dry Cleaners. FOR RENT 990 sq. ft. - Reception area + three offices. $600/mo + GST, utilities, D.D. By Back Door Wine Cellar, the blue canopy. Call 250-342-6790 for both. Available immediately.

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commercial space

condo for rent

services

help wanted

help wanted

help wanted

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.

Radium: 2-bdrm + den, 2 bath, sunny corner unit near golf and downtown, all appliances, fireplace, locker, indoor parking, N/S, N/P, No parties. Ideal for retired couple. References please. $1050/ mo utilities included. Call 250-7075700 or text 250-808-2984.

Residential House Cleaning - I’m new to the Valley and have over 30 years experience. No contracts required. Happy to provide you with a WELL CLEANED HOME. Contact 403-464-2043.

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.

Paradise Landscapes is now hiring casual summer labour. Landscape construction and irrigation. Wage depending on experience. Must have own transportation. Please call Mike at 250-409-4344.

LBO Autobody/Auto & Marine Detailing is seeking a P/T to F/T Auto Detailer. The successful candidate will be self motivated, detail oriented and posses good customer service skills. Must have the ability to work in a fast paced environment that may be physically demanding with repetitive tasks. Please forward resume to lboautobody@gmail. com.

POP UP Retail Space for short term summer lease! 1000 sq. ft. prime Main St. frontage. Call for details 250-688-0271.

lot/acreage for sale

Commercial space for lease in Fairmont. 800 square feet, $700/ mo. Available mid-May. Call for details 250-345-6155.

0.42 acre undeveloped treed lot on Nelles Crescent, Windermere. 403616-9659.

shared accomm.

house for sale

Room for rent, shared kitchen and bathroom. $450/mo includes cable and internet. Available May 1st.

250-342-6178.

House For Sale in Radium: Clean, Well Maintained, 4-bdrm, 2100 sq. ft., 2.5 bathrooms. See Kijiji AD ID#1242469022. 250-347-9978. $337,900.

suite for rent Radium: Motel Bavaria, low low rates, daily, weekly, monthly.

Kitchenettes available. Call 250347-9915.

PRIME LOCATION UPSCALE 2-bdrm, 2 bath upper unit. Fabulous views.

Walk downtown or to beach and parks. Hardwood, five appliances, gas fireplace, balcony and deck.

Recently renovated. Mature responsible only. $895/mo, includes some utilities. Possession negotiable. 250-341-7092.

house for rent Beautiful open concept 5-bdrm home for rent in Radium. All appliances. Could be furnished. $1650/mo utilities not included.

References Required. Available June 1st. Please call 250-688-1500.

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.

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

business for sale Kootenay Pasta for sale. Call 250342-9056.

firewood Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

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

vehicles for sale 2007 Chevy Colorado extended cab, 202,800 kms. 4 cylinder 2 wheel drive with canopy and extra rims. $2500. 250-688-1582.

camping 2011 31 ft. Class C Motorhome. Call 250-342-0253 for details.

services Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning 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.

DRONE AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY: SFOC Commercial Aviation Pilot Transport Canada Approved.

Real Estate, Developers, Builders, Homeowners, Acreages, Resorts, Golf Courses, Conservation, Logging, Landscapes, Tourism, Movie Industry, Adventures...

BonnieLouFerris.Com or Spirit88@shaw.ca or call 250342-1233.

MASSAGE, FACIALS, WAXING, SUGARING, By Reservation: BonnieLouFerris.Com. Contact spirit88@shaw.ca or 250-3426899.

B.B.’s Home Care Services: Residential cleaning, spring and yard clean up, organizing, decluttering, house checks, dog walking, handyman services. One call does it all! Call 250-688-2897 or 403-861-8782.

SOLÉ DECOR N’ MORE Custom Blinds, drapery, bedding, upholstery, flooring, Hunter Douglas, Shade-O, Graber, Maxxmar. Serving Calgary/ Columbia Valley. Up to 60% off blinds and fabric sale until May 31st. Call Brenda at 403-861-8782 or email at: soledecor@shaw.ca www.Studio222calgary.com.

Nurturing Joyful Seniors!

Non-medical HOME-CARE SUPPORT needs? Contact friendly, professional facilitators of Independent Living. Bespoke.

Community inclusion. Fun, relaxation therapies. Ask about Caregiver’s RESPITE/RELIEF services. Mobile 778-316-6371.

help wanted 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.

Kootenay Coffee Works is looking for full and part time help. Must be available on weekends. Will train.

Drop off resume in person, located next to Bavin Glass.

Balance Bobcat looking for

HARD WORKING INDIVIDUALS

for landscaping/property maintenance. Must be reliable, physically fit and have a valid driver’s licence.

Radium Subway is seeking F/T or P/T positions. Drop off resumes at the Radium Subway.

OK Tire & Auto Service Invermere is looking for a responsible, dedicated person to join our team as a tire technician to inspect, install, balance, rotate, repair passenger and light truck tires/wheels and more. Must have great customer service skills, valid drivers licence and be physically fit. Drop off a resume at OK Tire in Invermere, 156 Industrial Rd #2.

Village Arts is looking for a student who is returning to high school or secondary education in Sept. The student will join our team inviting visitors to learn about the 50 artists whose work is on display. $12.45/ hr for 33 hours/week. May 1st - Aug 30th. Send resumes to varts@telus. net or drop off at Village Arts.

The Birchwood Restaurant is currently looking for kitchen staff to join our dynamic team for the upcoming summer season. We are in search of a kitchen assistant, dishwasher and line cooks.

Practical job knowledge an asset but will train. Wages depending on experience. Please email resumes to birchwoodinv@gmail.com or call 250-342-0606.

Local Electrical contractor looking for 3rd or 4th year apprentice or Journeyman. Wage DOE. Email resumes to ekelectric@telus.net.

Pioneer Classified Advertising 250-341-6299

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help wanted

help wanted

help wanted

Morning breakfast cooks & night line cooks needed to start immediately pay depending on experience. Drop off resume at Lacabina at The Best Western Radium.

Full-Time and Part-Time Cleaners needed! Shelley’s Shiners is looking for a few fun and energetic people to join our busy cleaning team.

Starting Wage is $16/hr. Contact Erin at shelleysshiners@shaw.ca or 250-347-6868.

WINDERMERE LANDFILL ATTENDANT Part- or Full-Time permanent employment required at the Windermere Landfill. Duties will include directing the public, bin monitoring, site clean-up & yard work. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs and be courteous to the public while working with them in a busy environment. Drop off resumes at Southeast Disposal, 1425 Industrial Road #2, Cranbrook, or e-mail tyler@southeastdisposal. com. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply!

Strands Old House Restaurant is accepting applications for a Saucer Sous Chef, three to five years experience in casual fine dining preferred. Evenings and weekends. Servers F/T or P/T, experience in casual fine dinning an asset. Apply to Tony Wood at tony@strandsrestaurant.com or 250-342-6344.

The Old Salzburg Restaurant is now accepting applications for both front end and kitchen summer position. Please drop off resumes at restaurant or call 250-347-6553 ask for Scott or Ashley.

Fuze Food and Smoothies is currently hiring Summer employment. Full time/Part time Seasonal hours. Pizza, and Line cooks with experience. Nighttime dishwasher/prep. Wages Starting at $13 plus free food and great tips.

Fun, fast paced, exciting working environment. Drop off resume at Fuze.

Lawnescape is hiring for the season. April to Mid November. Call Jim at 250-342-6938.

Invermere Sales & Rentals is looking for summer yard and counter staff for the 2017 season. Applicants are required to have a valid driver’s license and feel comfortable towing boats and other equipment, as well as interacting with customers.

Mechanical inclination and knowledge of rental equipment are considered assets. Please send resumes to info@is-r.ca.

Leo Burrito, Radium is looking for some heavy hitters to cook some mean burritos. Starting now. $14 - $20 per hour depending on experience + gratuity. Flexible hours. Free meals. Free mini-golf.

Fun times. Summit resume to info@leoburrito.com or call 250688-0561.

Everett Frater Enterprises now hiring Lawn maintenance employees for Mon-Fri, weekends off. Call 250-342-5645.

Gerry’s Gelati, Invermere is looking for day shift Baristas/ Cooks. $12-$14/hr. Flexible shifts.

No experience required. Contact Crystal at crystal@box100.com or call 250-688-0561.

Borrego Signs & Wylie Jack Taphandles is looking for a summer student. $15/hr, must be returning to college in fall. Send resume to: accounting@borregosigns.com or visit our Facebook page for more info.

Dragonfly Discovery Centre is looking for an Early Childhood Educator to start part-time ASAP and full-time from June and over summer. Employment can be permanent. Email resume to dragonflydiscoverycentre@gmail. com. Excellent pay.

Tony’s Greek Grill 5009 Hot Springs Rd., Fairmont Hot Springs

Tony’s Greek Grill in Fairmont Hot Springs is accepting resumes for the following full and part-time positions: supervisor InKitchen Fairmont Short order cooks

Prep/cooks Kitchen help/dishwashers Counter attendance Good wages and benefits according to experience. Send resume to Tonysgreekgrill@gmail.com or fax 1-250-544-3475

Box 159, 8866 Grainger Rd., Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Ph: 250-349-5462 Fax: 250-349-5460 village@canalflats.ca Request for Expression of Interest (RFEOI) Proponent Prequalification Business and Economic Development Consultant/Contractor For Village of Canal Flats Economic Development Capacity & Implementation Project The Village of Canal Flats invites submissions for Expressions of Interest for pre-qualifications for a Business and Economic Development Consultant or contractor to assist the Village in implementing their Economic Development Strategy.

Background:

In 2016, the Village of Canal Flats completed an Economic Development Strategy. Implementation of this strategy is focused on generating new employment and business opportunities. A comprehensive work plan and supporting funding is in place over a two-year time period. The Village requires a Business and Economic Development Consultant to implement the recommendations and projects identified in the strategy and work plan.

Opportunity:

This position will report to Mayor and Council of the Village of Canal Flats. The Business and Economic Development Consultant will be responsible for implementing Canal Flats’ Economic Development Strategy. The position will be part-time (approximately 20 hours per week), and can be served from a home/external office in combination with weekly office hours at the Village of Canal Flats.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Pursuing business recruitment opportunities and being the first point of contact for business investment inquiries.

• Providing business support services, referrals and resources to Canal Flats’ existing businesses in support of their growth and expansion via the Village’s “Business Connect” program.

• Managing and coordinating the economic development projects identified in the 2017-2018 work plan, including managing project budgets, subcontractors, pursuing additional funding sources and reporting.

• Promoting Canal Flats to entrepreneurs, investors and new residents.

• Liaise and build partnerships with provincial/federal governments, economic development agencies, municipalities, regional districts, first nations, industry, and other stakeholders towards expanding economic opportunities in Canal Flats.

Qualifications and experience:

Skill sets include experience in business development, planning, negotiations, communications, reporting, project management, contract administration, community engagement, partnership development, grant writing, and proposal development. Previous experience in an economic or business development role; familiarity with municipal government governance/operations is an asset.

To apply:

Interested contractors are asked to submit a 1-page document summarizing their proposed approach to this work and attach a resume. Short listed candidates will be requested to do a follow up in-person interview.

All proponents’ expression of interest and supporting documentation must be submitted in a sealed envelope prominently marked on the outside and titled “Expression of Interest for Business and Economic Development Consultant/Contractor” to:

Kanata Invermere is hiring

Housekeepers

Seasonal work with potential for year-round employment.

Offering competitive wage plus summer retention bonus benefits after probation period. Physically demanding job in a fast-paced environment. Must have reliable transportation, a stong work ethic, flexible schedule and an ability to work as part of a team or individually.

Please apply with resume to 8888 Arrow Rd. fax 250-342-8889 or email to invermere@bcminns.com

Pioneer Classified Advertising 250-341-6299

Sylvie Hoobanoff, Corporate Officer Village of Canal Flats PO Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 The Village of Canal Flats reserves the right to terminate this selection process should a suitable candidate not be found.

The Contract will include a liquidated damage clause for failure of the Contractor to provide the services in a timely fashion, specifically to provide compensation to the Village for the loss the Village anticipates that it will suffer from the breach of contract or failure to provide the services in a timely manner as determined in a processed time schedule.

The Expression of Interest closing time and date is 4 p.m. on April 28, 2017. All submissions received in accordance with the forgoing will be reviewed. However, the pre-qualifications of proponents shall solely be at the discretion of the Village of Canal Flats. Time frame is a one-year contract with opportunity for renewal based on performance evaluation. Additional information is available.

Expressions of Interest submitted after the respective closing time and date will not be accepted.

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April 14, 2017

Travelling quilt store trips into Invermere

By Nicole Trigg, Pioneer Staff A master quilter is coming to the Columbia Valley thanks to the Valley Piece Makers Quilt Guild.

Fran MacGillivray from Tofield, Alberta has a reputation in the fabric industry as a successful businesswoman who realized her dream of owning and operating her own fabric and quilt store.

But after opening a small store in Tofield, she didn’t stop there. Teaching her skills also became a large part of her business, and the more classes she taught, the more

widespread her name became, and the more her store attracted customers from far and wide.

She then began receiving requests from various Quilt Guilds to travel to their communities with a selection from her store, and while at first she would hit the road with the backseat and trunk of her car packed full of items, very quickly this proved to be not enough space.

Ms. MacGillivray now travels between April and October with her “Snow Goose Travelling Quilt Store” to any community she has been invited to — and she travels by invitation only to towns that don’t have a fab-

Artym giclées raise trail funds

help wanted

By Nikki Fredrikson, Pioneer Staff

GOLF GROUP

BC’s #1 Golf Destination

NOW HIRING FOR THE 2017 SEASON

Outside Guest Services Attendants

Halfway House Servers

Course Ambassadors

Sous Chef/Cooks

Restaurant Servers Restaurant Supervisors Bar Tender Beverage Cart Servers

ric or quilting store (her store in Tofield is in its ninth year of operation).

Since the Valley’s only such store has closed down, Ms. MacGillivray has accepted an invitation from the local Valley Piece Makers Quilt Guild to come to Invermere.

The Snow Goose Travelling Quilt Store will be rolling into town on Thursday, April 20th and all sewing enthusiasts are invited to attend what’s sure to be a fun event at the Royal Canadian Legion in Invermere between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Grounds Maintenance Golf Shop Attendants

With this year’s Map Books officially released the Artym Gallery is selling the cover image as a fundraiser for the Westside Legacy Trail Project.

“For every one purchased, $100 will be donated to the Westside Legacy Trail Project. There is only 100 printed this year and they are available for $390 including the frame,” said gallery owner Connie Artym-Bradatsch.

This year’s featured artist is K. Neil Swanson.

His painting Spirit of The Columbia was inspired by his love of the outdoors.

“The image is from one of Neil’s original paintings, which has been made into a giclée. Giclée (pronounced zhee-Clay) is a printing process that uses

fade-resistant, archival inks and archival substrates.

In this case, the ink is sprayed directly onto canvas, then the canvas gets stretched and framed,” said Ms. Artym-Bradatsch.

Over the past 13 years, the image on the cover of the Map Book has been produced as giclée in limited quantities as a fundraiser for a variety of community projects. Last years image so much to do by Alex Fong also had Westside Legacy Trail as the benefactor. Artym Gallery has limited giclees of this image still available for purchase.

Anyone interested in purchasing either this year’s giclée or last year’s can view the works in person at the Artym Gallery or online. These images reflecting the Columbia Valley can be purchased at the gallery or online and can be shipped worldwide.

For more see www.artymgallery.com.

Hospitality Assistant Shuttle Drivers Clubhouse Custodian

help wanted

Benefits include complimentary access to both golf coures, 50% off meals, and retail discounts.

Limited onsite staff accommodation is available.

JOIN OUR WINNING TEAM!

Please submit your resume to employment@radiumgolf.ca

If you are an enthusiastic & hard working individual looking for an organization which focuses on energizing & engaging its employees, send us your resume today!

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

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

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We offer a competitive salary & benefits package with access to all Resort amenities, including golf, hot springs & skiing.

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

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. . . ‘Couple’s dream house’ from page 3 Within 10 minutes of calling the store, neighbours were on the scene to help the family fight the fire but at that point, it was too late and all they could do was try and save items from sheds near the home.

“I was one of the people that was on site early in the process but was too late to do anything but look at Vern and Candace powerless. They couldn’t do anything other than witnessing that their house went down. It broke my heart,” said Brisco resident Tess Bekkering.

Sara Snively was at work when she received the phone call that her parents’ home was on fire.

“I was at work and I got a phone call from my dad and he was sitting in the police cruiser and he told me the house was burning down,” said Ms. Snively.

Immediately leaving work to get to the home she received a second phone call that both her parents — her dad age 76, and mom age 59 — were being taken to hospital for smoke inhalation, due to their prolonged exposure while fighting the fire.

Without being in any Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) fire district, no firefighters are allowed to respond to the fire, but in a situation where no one knew what to do Columbia Valley fire chief Jim Miller was called for advice.

When the resident from Spur Valley who called Mr. Miller got on scene he told Mr. Miller everything he saw.

“His questions to me were ‘what do we do out here’, I said ‘well, number one we need to get a hold of for-

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estry just in case it gets into the forest, so they’re notified if nothing else. Secondly, we have to get a hold of RCMP because it’s their jurisdiction when it comes to fire investigations. Thirdly we need to get a hold of hydro right away because there’s power lines burning,’” said Mr. Miller.

As being on the scene of the fire was frustrating for the community members who went to help, Mr. Miller did most of the calling to get agencies on their way to help. “I’d love to go out there and do something for them, I’d love to have gone out there with a fire truck but I can’t do that. If you’re not in the fire protection area, I can’t do that,” said Mr. Miller.

Vern and Candice lost everything in the fire and have been left without any clothing, shoes, toiletries and no home to go to. The couple had been unable to get house insurance, because they were outside of a fire district, so the family will be paying out of pocket to replace everything. Mr. Miller made sure Emergency Social Services of the province were out there to assist, but the service only provides assistance in the first 72 hours, putting them up in a motel, getting them clothing and food for three days after.

“The one thing is you lose your house, but the saddest thing is you lose your home,” said Ms. Bekkering.

Ms. Bekkering along with Warner Einer have started fundraising efforts for the family with a gofundme page raising over $8,000 on the first day.

“What is so difficult is they’re still in shock so there’s little we can get from them right now, and it really all depends on where they would want to go. So we move at Pick up the Pioneer’s sister paper ~ The Invermere Valley Echo ~ every Wednesday.

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More is better.

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

See this week's April 12th Invermere Valley Echo for:

Cougar attacks just outside Toby Benches Home (page 1)

Toby Creek will get armouring to prevent flooding (page 4)

Border Officers consider strike action (page 2)

Key City Theatre celebrating 25 years of performances (page 7)

MLA Candidates weigh in on party donations (page 3) New multi-use centre may open for DTSS grad (page 4)

EVERYTHING LOST - Brisco residents Vern and Candice Snively (seated) lost their dream home of 30 years to a chimney fire last weekend. The couple was unable to get house insurance, since they lived outside an official fire protection district. Friends have started a gofundme campaign to help them. See story to learn how to help.

Photo submitted their pace and for now, it’s really financial donations that would help them in their life necessities,” said Ms. Bekkering Future plans are underway for a larger fundraiser for the family in early May but the date is to be announced.

Until then the fundraising team is asking anyone wanting to donate to the Snively family to visit their gofundme page at https://www.gofundme.com/vern-and-candicebrisco-house-fire. Alternatively, a savings account has been set up for the couple at Kootenay Savings Credit Union, accepting cash and cheque donations.

Celebrating 20 of Service

SUMMIT YOUTH CENTRE

YEARS

OVER

- inspiring youth -

CELEBRITY

Luncheon &

Silent Auction HONOURING

Al Miller SUNDAY, APRIL 23rd, 12 p.m.

Lion’s Hall at the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce

Time to talk ticks (page 8)

651 Hwy 93/95, Invermere, B.C. TICKETS ON SALE AT: Selkirk Cellular, Invermere or The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Cash or Cheque only

Tickets

35

$

per person

FOR INFORMATION: Summit Youth Centre Phone: 250-342-3033 or email: summit_centre@gmail.com

44 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer . . . ‘Pride’ from page 8 You can not only make the parade bigger and better but also gain inexpensive exposure for your operation. So let’s get out there and give the community a day that will last in the minds of our youth and community forever. Oh and by the way if I remember correctly the organizers of the

April 14, 2017 parade didn’t want participants of the parade to throw items or candy to the kids lining the parade route. Come on, that is one of the highlights of a parade for the kids. Lets look at the rule for I’m sure no one will get hurt by a flying Tootsie Roll.

David Lister Invermere

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Regional District of East Kootenay PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - BYLAW 2777 Bylaw Amendment Fairmont / Carthew Registry Services Ltd. The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Carthew Registry Services Ltd. to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the bylaw will amend the zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate hotel use of the existing condominium buildings. The subject property is located at Riverview Road in Fairmont Hot Springs, as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2777 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 328, 2017 (Fairmont Hot Springs / Carthew Registry Services Ltd.)” will amend the designation of Lot 1, District Lot 46, Kootenay District, Plan NEP71522 from R-4, Multiple Family Residential – High Density Zone to RES-3, Resort Lodge Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort (Birch Room) 5225 Fairmont Resort Road Fairmont Hot Springs, BC Monday, May 1, 2017 at 7:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F and Electoral Area G. If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/ numbers shown below; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING. All submissions will form part of the public record and will be published in a meeting agenda posted online. Personal contact information such as phone and email will be removed from written submissions. Questions about the disclosure of your personal information may be referred to the Corporate Officer at 250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335.

This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician at 250-489-0314 or toll free at 1-888-478-7335 or email jterpsma@rdek.bc.ca.

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

VALLEY VIDEO — A screenshot of the Lake Windermere Ambassadors film. Find the film on their Facebook page.

Screenshot image . . . ‘Lake’ from page 19 Along with views from community members, Ms. Peloso said the video has gotten a lot of traction from other water stewardship groups.

“That was really powerful, the fact that other water stewardship groups were in awe of that rendition. How do you render a program and all the goals you have into three and a half minutes. It can be so powerful, I think, if you can do it

right,” said Ms. Peloso.

The Lake Windermere Ambassadors film even garnered the attention of National Geographic, being offered the opportunity to apply to have a feature done on the area.

“I think the cool thing about the video is that it’s not just about the Ambassadors. Maybe for some people who didn’t know much about the Columbia Valley and the river, it’s kind of a draw to come and be part of that,” said Ms. Peloso.

Community involvement meeting COMMUNITY INITIATIVES AND AFFECTED AREAS PROGRAMS Come learn about the projects applying for funding:

ADMINISTERED & MANAGED BY

1.250.489.2791 1.888.478.7335

Columbia Valley: April 18, 6:00 PM Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce in the Lions Hall 651 Hwy 93/95, Invermere Proposals Affecting: District of Invermere, Village of Canal Flats, Village of Radium Hot Springs, Electoral Area F (rural Canal Flats to rural Invermere), and Electoral Area G (Wilmer to Spillimacheen)

A PROGRAM OF

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FAITH

Spiritual+worldy=human

By Laura Hermakin Reverend Christ Church Trinity Good Friday… we’re nearing the end of Passiontide and preparing to rejoice in the Easter celebration of the Resurrection when our spirits come alive with renewal and new life. “Friday of the Passion of the Lord” is another way some refer to this holy day, set aside to call us to follow the way of Jesus, as we remember the final period in his life from his triumphal entrance into Jerusalem to his crucifixion and burial.

Following the way of Jesus means living passionately.

Some folks seem preoccupied with Jesus’ sufferings and seem to enjoy staying in the dark places. Following Jesus’ way leads to dark places, but they prepare us to enter the light renewed and restored to God. Thinking deeply about Jesus’ passion is important because it highlights the entire history of revelation and redemption and the ultimate revelation of two intertwined realities — human sin and divine love.

Many of us are taught that sin is disobedience of God: meditation on the Passion makes us know better.

Sin isolates us from God and involves both what we do

and what we fail to do. It can be helpful to be humble in remembering our weaknesses, but the story of the passion is most importantly a revelation of who God is: love. Jesus’ passion shows us what love means, leaving comfort behind and risking one’s self to mount a rescue mission.

Passion usually involves deep love and is an essential component of spiritual life. Spiritual teachings often take the position that passion is opposed to the spiritual path.

The concern is that engaging in intense emotion will take you more into the world and away from God, but let’s not forget that God is present and active in the world.

Relationships with others are an important part of the human journey, providing opportunities to express one’s self authentically and be present with someone else, and helping us learn to be fully real and alive in all our interactions.

Being open to the depth of our nature helps us to be ourselves completely; to live fully in the world. To recognize the divine, we need the experience of love, that’s what Jesus’ ministry was about. Being in the world in a way that doesn’t separate us from God’s spirit, while also feeling our aliveness, makes life complete. That’s what Jesus showed us. We need to explore our spiritual and worldly reality and how the two interrelate, because they are naturally part of what it means to be human. Walking the way of Jesus means connecting with our whole selves, and encountering the Divine always involves living passionately.

Most Dedicated Player The Pioneer would like to help recognize local minor hockey player Paddy Donahue, who is pictured holding his trophy for Most Dedicated Player in the Windermere Valley Minor Hockey Association.

Paddy missed the association’s awards presentation because he was at a spring hockey practice in Cranbrook.

Congrats on your achievement Paddy!

Photo submitted

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Friday, April 14th – GOOD FRIDAY 7 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE … here at the Church.

Sunday, April 16th 7:30 a.m. “SONRISE” SERVICE … at Kinsmen Beach 10:30 a.m. Worship and Life Instruction, “Practical Faith – Restored: Easter” … Pastor Trevor Hagan ministering.

“K.I.D.S.” Church for children, Ages 3-4 years; Kindergarten-Grade 1; and Grades 2-7, during the Morning Service.

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

Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED 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 Ave, 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 Rick Daniels • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-421-3756

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46 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

April 14, 2017

YOUR MONEY Economic trends to watch

There is no doubt that the world is in a period of great economic change. Here are a few indicators to keep an eye on, as they could become important over the next few years.

Over-Indebtedness At present, GDP growth in developed global economies remains below the pre-crisis trend. Low growth means low revenue growth and little capacity for spending without running up budget deficits and debt/GDP ratios.

At the same time, total indebtedness by governments and households continues to increase. In fact, Canada, the US, Eurozone, Japan and China all have higher debt as a measure of GDP now than they did before the financial crisis. If low economic growth and inflation persist, high debt levels are likely to continue for years.

Liquidity The global economy is awash with liquidity and credit, thanks to easing measures by major central banks. According to some experts, there is now an oversupply of liquidity in the macro system worldwide. Ironically, however, there has been a reduction in market liquidity overall, meaning that bond sellers or buyers aren’t always available when needed.

This lack of appropriate liquidity has the potential to cause issues for investors as well as the larger financial system, as supply and demand might make bond prices very unfavourable.

Currency Actions In this low growth environment, countries are doing everything they can to boost demand and growth, including trying to increase their competitiveness via a weaker currency. This currency jockeying has made currency volatility a major source of risk in some investor’s portfolios.

When an asset price deviates from its true value, either an opportunity or a risk emerges. In an increasingly globalized world, currency deviations could create higher risk than in previous years.

Low Government Bond Yields Secular stagnation and easy monetary policy are likely to mean the continued compression of government bond yields. In fact, it has been widely reported that long term yields are likely to remain low over the next five years.

Therefore, using historical rates of return on government bond portfolios is likely inappropriate at this time.

Instead, investors should consider applying current yields to their income projections.

Demographics Another component to low government bond yields in the future include aging populations in North America and around the world. As most of the wealth in our society resides with baby boomers and retirees, the demand for fixed income has increased over the past several years. This can keep bond yields lower than historical averages over the

long term. Aging demographics also contribute to instability in the stock markets. While some retirees will buy bonds no matter the yields, others with the need or desire for higher income have turned to riskier assets like blue-chip, dividend-paying stocks. Trouble is ETFs have also crowded into this space, pushing valuations upwards, in some cases to unsustainable levels. This dogpiling effect can create instability in what are traditionally considered stable assets.

Low Inflation Lower global demand could translate into little upward pressure on inflation. While some governments worldwide desperately try to create inflation, they face significant headwinds due to high debt levels and the effects of switching from a falling interest rate environment to a rising.

US President Donald Trump is enacting measures in the US to encourage inflation, and indeed the US seems poised to create inflation. Low unemployment and falling debt levels over the past several years have made room for US citizens to start consuming again.

Canada on the other hand is in a lower growth phase.

Despite Prime Minister Trudeau’s efforts, historically low oil prices and insecurity regarding trade only exacerbate the problem. Investors should be prepared to alter their investment strategies to best meet new domestic and global realities. If you have questions about how shifting economics could affect your investment portfolio, speak with your financial advisor who will be happy to help.

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