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April 21, 2017 Vol. 14/Issue 16

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Valley NEWS

Wolf fatality may be linked to poison

By Nikki Fredrickson, Pioneer Saff

A suspicious wolf fatality in the Dutch Creek-Findlay Creek area has local conservation officers issuing a further warning to recreational users to watch for strychnine poison. Conservation had issued a warning after the poison was found in the area in March. The poison is a fatally toxic colourless crystalline powder that was found, in this case, in white cupcake wrappers.

Conservation responded to a call on Monday, April 10th to the area after a concerned member of the community had discovered the animal. The carcass of a mature wolf was found dead around two kilometres from the site at which the officers had previously discovered the strychnine.

“We attended and confirmed that it was a mature wolf that was dead. There were no signs on this wolf that it had been shot or hit by a vehicle, so we collocated the carcass. It is going to be necropsy by our provincial wildlife veterinarian,” said Invermere conservation officer Greg Kruger. “Just to see if she can make any deter-

mination to cause of death and if that’s not the case, then we will send samples of that wolf to a laboratory to do poison testing on it.”

Due to suspicious activity that has been going on in the area poisoning could be the probable cause of death, but will not be confirmed until veterinarian testing is complete in May. Conservation officers searched the area around the wolf but were unable to find any signs of poison.

“It wasn’t in the immediate area where we found the poison, but it is in the same general vicinity. Like I said earlier there’s a high likelihood there’s more poison in there than we’ve found,” said Mr. Kruger.

Mr. Kruger was unable to confirm if the deceased wolf was traveling alone or was with others at the time of its death.

“Where this was, it had snowed the night before.

On Sunday the 9th we got that little bit of snow so this wolf is lying in the snow. It was to the west, at the base of the mountain that the snow is both older snow that hasn’t melted and there is no new snow. So in that immediate area there were no other wolf tracks,” said Mr.

Kruger. The conservation officer service is concerned that the public is still at risk when in the Dutch CreekFindlay Creek area.

“We’re still concerned that there’s more poison in there and the public may be at risk, especially those people that would go into that area with their domestic dog.

That’s the highest risk. A domestic dog running at large in there is at high risk that there may be other poison if their dog comes across it and ingest it, they’re going to be in danger,” said Mr. Kruger.

If anyone finds a dead animal in the area, they are asked to report it to conservation officers so they can have poison testing done on the carcass. When reporting the location of the animal, it is best to have clear directions or even GPS coordinates. “It’s still an ongoing investigation. Any information leading to information on an individual responsible would be very appreciated.

People can remain anonymous with their reporting and are eligible for a reward,” said Mr. Kruger.

Anybody with any information about the incident or potential suspects should call the Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) hotline at 1 877 952 7277.

Cougar family spotted near Johnston Road

By Nikki Fredrickson, Pioneer Saff

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Residents are being reminded that Invermere is cougar country and to be mindful of that when out and about in the outlying areas of town. The public should be aware that a mother cougar and two young kittens have been spotted by local residents on lower Johnston Road.

Conservation services have not had any formal reports made regarding the cats and conservation officer Greg Kruger says there is no public safety concern regarding the apparent cougar family.

“For the most part, a cougar is going to be shy and elusive and avoid humans.

She will be more active to feed those kittens. At this point Invermere Conservation Service has not received any complaints on this particular cougar, so we are hopeful that they continue to live out of town to the west,” said Mr. Kruger.

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Mr. Kruger said that area is prime cougar habitat with a healthy prey base, making it a well-used cougar territory.

“There’s no doubt they’re covering a large area in search of prey but up to this point there’s been no reported problems with these particular cougars. Like I said a mother with new kittens, she’s going to be more active to hunt for food for them in that area. There’s still a fairly high population of deer which is likely what she’s targeting,” said Mr. Kruger.

Mr. Kruger urges the public to be mindful when out in the area and to make noise as the animals typically will leave the area if they know a human is there. If you do encounter a cougar Mr. Kruger suggested making yourself look big and slowly back away from the animal, but reiterated that these cougars spotted on lower Johnston Road pose no threat to the public. To report a cougar sighting the public is encouraged to call 1-877-952-7277.

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The past week witnessed Columbia Valley RCMP receiving about 45 calls for service, and the following is a sample of those calls.

• On Wednesday, April 12th at about 10 p.m. Columbia Valley RCMP were dispatched to Third Avenue in Invermere for a report of a possible impaired driver. The complainant phoned police after seeing a female driver high center her small car on a curb. Police immediately attended and upon arrival observed a small Nissan car high centered over a curb in the A&W parking lot. A female was still in the driver’s seat while the front left tire was still spinning. It took no time for the responding officer to note signs of alcohol impairment and subsequently detained the driver for impaired driving. The driver provided two samples of her breath into the alcohol screening device which both registered a FAIL reading. Consequently her driver’s license was seized and she was served a 90 Day Immediate Roadside Prohibition and her vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

• During the morning hours of Thursday, April 13th Columbia Valley RCMP received a report from a concerned citizen that she had observed two vehicles pass a school bus with its lights flashing that had stopped to pick up children on Hwy 93/95 just north of Invermere.

It was promised that patrols will increase and if the offenders are seen passing the school bus when the red lights are flashing a violation ticket for “Failure to Stop for School Bus” will be issued with a $368 fine.

• During the evening hours of Thursday, April 13th Columbia Valley RCMP were conducting stop sign enforcement in Radium Hot Springs when they noted a vehicle fail to come to a complete stop at a stop sign.

Members conducted a subsequent traffic stop. It was immediately noted that the cab of the vehicle had strong odor of liquor emanating from it. When asked if the occupants had been drinking the passenger advised that she had been drinking wine earlier and the couple was on their way to go to the market. The driver replied that he

had only consumed one beer. The officer asked to speak to the driver outside of the vehicle away from the cab. While chatting with the driver the RCMP continued to note an odor of alcohol coming from the driver and also noted that he had glossy eyes. In further conversation the driver admitted that along with his beer, he also drank some wine. The RCMP formed the reasonable suspicion that he was impaired and demanded that he provide samples of his breath into the screening device.

Two samples were provided by the driver, both of which resulted in a FAIL reading.

Consequently the vehicle was seized for 30 days and his Alberta driver’s license was seized for 90 days under the provisions of the Immediate Roadside Prohibition legislation. The driver was also issued a written warning for failing to obey the stop sign.

• On Monday, April 17th at about 1 p.m. Columbia Valley RCMP were dispatched to a report of a truck fire at the four way stop on Arrow Road in Invermere, B.C. Police attended and located a black 1979 Ford pick-up with the hood open. Fire service was already on-scene and there was smoke coming from the engine area.

RCMP spoke with the registered owner who reported that the Ford back-fired and then a fire started under the hood. The fire was extinguished with minimal damage to the engine. It appeared the air filter and wiring were burned. Not long after a tow truck came, towed the Ford and cleared the intersection.

• Later that afternoon on Monday, April 17th Columbia Valley RCMP were dispatched to some found property. The complainant had found a golf bag and some clothing by a steel train bridge near Invermere.

RCMP attended to collect the items from the road. The golf bag had some unique embroidery on the side of the bag and this embroidery matched some descriptors of some equipment that was reported stolen on Wednesday, April 5th. RCMP are trying to get the equipment back to its rightful owner. If anyone saw the equipment get dumped or someone trying to sell it they are asked to call the detachment.

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Valley resident will stand in election as Libertarian

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NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING DAY

By Nikki Fredrikson, Pioneer Staff

The regular meeting of Council for Tuesday, May 9th, 2017 have been changed. The new date is Thursday, May 11th, at 3 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office (914 – 8th Avenue). The next regular meeting of Council is at its normal day and time on Tuesday, May 23rd at 7 p.m.

The Columbia River-Revelstoke riding will see one more name on the ballot on the Tuesday, May 9th provincial election with Libertarian Party candidate Rylan Kashuba stepping forward.

Mr. Kashuba’s family has been residing in the Upper Columbia Valley since the early 1950s and Mr. Kashuba is currently residing in Dry Gulch working as a welder/fabricator at Max Helmer Construction Ltd. Mr. Kashuba also operates Reel Axe Adventures, a guided fishing NEW CANDIDATE — Valley fishing guide and welder/fabricator charters and tours company.

Rylan Kashuba is running in the provincial election as the LibertariContinued on page 18. . . an Party candidate for Columbia River-Revelstoke.

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“Along with many other regional, Canadian and international firefighting teams, we will be competing to gain the best time to climb the 1,204 stairs (which is the highest firefighter stair challenge in the world). More importantly, however, we are all working towards raising money and awareness in effects to support victims and research into cancer, that affects our colleagues, our community, our friends and our families,” said Panorama Fire Rescue Department Lieutenant Robert Hellyer.

Mr. Hellyer brought up the idea of participating in the challenge to the department and members could volunteer to participate. After beginning to receive donations from the community andA sponsorship from local businesses, he realized that they could enter two teams. So there will be team 8 Panorama Fire Rescue — made up of team captain Robert Hellyer, Kasey Smith, Kyle Flynn and Dave Gregory — and team Panorama Pheonix — made up of team captain Monique Hillinaar, Rachael Stowe, Karolina Schutzova and Lauren Brudenell.

Mr. Hellyer said there’s no competition between the 7 two Panorama teams and that we’re all working towards this goal together.

“Our tower is only 35 stairs high so we’ve got to do the whole tower 35 times in an effort to do the right amount of stairs, and it’s proving to be pretty gruelling with all of the gear on. We have to wear 6 full turnout gear which is both the bunker pants, the jacket, the SCBA bottle on the back, helmet on and everything. It’s a warm, intense affair,” said Mr. Hellyer. p. 70 Continued on page 15. . .

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Historical Lens

Religious rights

By Dean Midyette, Pioneer Staff

While in Cranbrook on Tuesday I found myself walking through a gaggle of media types as I entered the courthouse.

I was told that the media, from local to national to wire services, were in town to cover the precedent-setting trial of Winston Blackmore and James Oler. Both Blackmore and Oler are members of a polygamist community in the Kootenay region and both are alleged to have multiple wives, which is a violation of current Canadian law.

Beyond the theatrics of the current court proceedings, the court will be asked to render a verdict that will weigh our freedom to practice our religion of choice against existing Canadian law.

The verdict in this case will have far reaching consequences and will almost certainly end up being heard by the Supreme Court of Canada.

One of the questions that the courts will have to answer is whether or not Canada’s polygamy laws are, in fact, constitutional.

In 2011, the BC Supreme Court ruled that the laws banning polygamy did not violate religious rights guaranteed in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, but this ruling could be overturned by higher courts.

Looking to the extreme, the precedent setting ruling could have implications on whether Canadians, based on their religion, can practice rituals such as public nudity (Jainism), defleshing a corpse and feeding the parts to animals (Buddhism), or cannibalism (the Gimi in Papua New Guinea and other sects), all of which would be a violation of existing laws.

If the court rules in favour of polygamy, the door could be open.

Old Coy house In this image dated 1925, Mrs. Ellen Coy is pictured with her two children, Betty and Filmer (Bud) at the Coy Home, which is now Strand’s Old House Restaurant. If you have any more information, email us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com.

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Valley Pride Clarification The meeting spot for the Radium Valley Pride cleanup happening on Saturday, April 22nd (Earth Day) is the Big Horn Cafe, not Higher Ground, as it has been in the past. The location is technically the same, but the business has changed names.

Does Invermere need a RAMP? Dear Editor: Escalating pressure for developments on public lands continues to underline the urgency for the need of a Recreation Access Management Plan (RAMP).

As a sitting member of the Columbia Valley RAMP group going back to 2011, I’ve observed that participants come to the table with conflicting notions of what a RAMP should look like. That’s why ongoing dialogue is essential among all user groups.

However, some (like the B.C. Liberals who pulled their support of the Columbia Valley RAMP process a couple years ago) actually question the need for a regional plan. Recent arrivals from urban areas

may be impressed by the apparent wildness of our mountains. But ask some of the old timers (like me) what it was like here 40, 30, or even 20 years ago. The double whammy of habitat loss and invasion of noisy, fast-moving vehicles has put untold pressure on flora, fish, fauna and landowners up and down the Trench.

Statistics compiled by the B.C. government’s Conservation Data Centre inform us that, in the past dozen years, commercial and recreational disturbances in the Invermere area have wiped out wildlife to the extent that 22 species in the Invermere area have been added to the Species At Risk roster, and 27 new species are now red or blue listed.

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LETTERS

Hydro is an election issue Dear Editor: Before the upcoming election, I would like to see a financial statement from BC Hydro — revenue, various expenses, salaries and upkeep of the grid.

Why is my hydro bill so high? Carbon tax on hydro? Did BC Hydro learn something from Bombardier? Last Thursday I was talking to one of our candidates and

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As far as I know, B.C. creates more towers than it needs and we sell the surplus south of the border, right?

We use water, Alberta uses coal and natural gas, etc.

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. . . ‘Does’ from previous page In an effort to increase the awareness of what’s at stake, I have assembled an online booklet with photos that show both the rampant desecration left behind by joyriders with knobby tires, and ongoing community efforts at cleanups of the perennial mess left by nature-lovers of all stripes.

A link to a time-lapse video reveals the shocking rate of forest fragmentation by resource access roads and logging cut blocks near Brisco since 1984. The booklet also includes deceptively simple backcountry etiquette of how to travel responsibly and respectfully by motorized and mechanized means.

The “What’s At Stake?” PDF can be viewed on the websites of the Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club (lwdrodgun.com/recreationalaccess-management-plan), Wildsight (wildsight.ca/whatsatstake) and the Alberta Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Facebook page.

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David Thompson Secondary School (DTSS) is hosting its second annual science fair open to the public on the evening of Tuesday, April 25th from 6 to 8 p.m.

This year’s fair features projects by the school’s Grade 8 and 9 students with some Grade 10 projects included as well. “The topics of the projects vary, but the goal for all of them is to properly utilize the scientific method in order to design and perform a fair experiment to test a hypothesis,” said organizer Tessa Bartz. “Projects will be displayed in the DTSS cafeteria and library.”

Ms. Bartz teaches Science 9 and created the fair last year to integrate projects into her course’s curriculum as she teaches it. “In order to ensure my students get to experience all the parts of a good experiment, including communicating results, I decided to organize and run a school-wide science fair,” she said.

As for this year’s fair, there will be a wide variety of different student projects on display. “One of my favourites was an investigation of the best ingredients for creating a glow stick,” said Ms. Bartz. “Another student tested the amount of residue left by bath bombs made from various recipes, and another determined the optimal temperature for storing batteries.”

In pursuing their line of scientific inquiry, students were encouraged to choose projects that interested them.

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“And then they tested scientific hypotheses rather than questions like “What brand of ___ works best?” (often seen at elementary level fairs). Popular topics include electricity, plant life, and chemical reactions,” added Ms. Bartz. “The main goal is to have students use the scientific method to investigate a topic of interest, so I didn’t want to dictate the topic.”

When students were first prompted by their teacher to explore ideas for the fair, Ms. Bartz made a point to guide them through the steps of the scientific method, which includes asking questions, forming hypotheses, planning and conducting experiments, analyzing results, drawing conclusions, and communicating results. “They each worked independently on a project, but many of them helped one another perform the experiments,” commented Ms. Bartz.

To Ms. Bartz, the concept of science fairs in general have always been an excellent way to teach students what real science is all about. “In the classroom, labs can sometimes give children the mistaken perception that scientific experiments have a “right” answer, since these labs have already been tested and have a single outcome expected by students and teachers alike,” said Ms. Bartz. “However, in the real world, scientists encounter problems and unexpected outcomes when experimenting, and their hypotheses are often refuted. This is how discoveries are made, and it is important for students to experience it!”

All candidates forum at DTSS

By Nikki Fredrickson, Pioneer Staff Although the NDP candidate was pushing for a change of format for Invermere’s Columbia RiverRevelstoke all candidates forum to allow questions to be taken from the floor, the event will go forward with the original format.

The format will see a total of eight questions asked to each candidate with two minutes allotted for a response. After each candidate has answered the question, a five-minute open debate will then commence.

The event will feature independent candidate Justin Hooles, Green Party candidate Samson Boyer, Liberal candidate Doug Clovechok, and NDP candidate Gerry Taft.

Questions for the candidates were submitted to the all candidates forum committee to review and choose the eight that will be presented.

After the forum, the candidates will stay for 30 minutes for a meet and greet with community members in attendance. Doors open for the event at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, April 27th at the David Thompson Secondary School theatre, with the forum beginning at 6:30 p.m.

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Canal Flats readies for first lawnmower race

By James Rose, Special to the Pioneer On Saturday, April 29th, the first annual outdoor chili cook-off and lawnmower races are set to take place in Canal Flats.

The action gets underway with the chili cook-off at noon as participants cook up their best version of a downright down-home culinary classic.

“The only rule for the chili cook off is no electricity,” said event organizer Kelly Kask. “Participants will need to use an open flame for their creations.”

At 4 p.m. later that afternoon, a bell will ring, signaling the end of the allocated cooking time. At that point, contestants will be asked to leave their creation for a couple of hours while the day’s other main event takes place.

Lawnmower racing…yes, this is your chance! Lets face it, everyone who’s seen or had the privilege of operating a riding lawnmower will likely at one point have experienced fantasies of racing the machine as a Bruce Springsteen song blares as soundtrack.

Racin’ in the streets with fuelie heads and a Hurst on the floor? More like racin’ in the lawns with a grass guzzlin’ 20 horsepower V-twin snapper.

“The lawnmower course will feature two rollers, a hairpin, straight stretch, and a mean s-curve before the finish,” said Mr. Kask. “For this event the only rules are lawnmowers can’t have blades, and contestants must wear helmets.” Barriers will be set up along the course giving spectators the chance to get as close as possible without losing a toe.

Immediately following the lawnmower race (scheduled to finish at 6 p.m.), chili contestants will find out how well their creations fared against the rest of the competing field. “Celebrity judges will judge the best chili and then award some really wacked-out trophies to those deserving,” said Mr. Kask.

To cap the day off, live music will be provided by none other than Ron Burke & Alittle Voodoo. “Ron and his band will put on a great bluesy rock show, and I can’t wait to have them as the first act in this summer’s outdoor live music series out here in Canal Flats,” said Mr. Kask.

Mr. Kask encourages those attending the day’s activities to make it a night and camp out following all the action. Entry to each event is free, with registration taking place shortly before each event takes place. For more information visit or call Kelly at the Flats RV and Campground at 250-349-8212.

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British Columbia Votes!

3. There are several sections of Highway 1 through the Columbia RiverRevelstoke riding that remain dangerous to both commercial and public traffic. How would you and your party prioritize the remainder of the four-laning project from Kamloops to the Alberta border on Highway 1?

Justin Hooles Independent The Trans-Canada Highway is an important piece of infrastructure for the entire country, which means that our federal government shares the responsibility of upgrading this vital piece of infrastructure with the provinces. We will need to work with both the federal and the provincial government to make this a priority.

The BC NDP and BC Liberals have both committed to completing the highway from Kamloops to Alberta, in their respective platforms. I would hold them accountable to this commitment, and deliver regular reminders to them until they begin the project.

To acquire the necessary federal funding, we should lobby the ministry of infrastructure, and work with our Members of Parliament, focused on making sure that all aspects of this issue are understood throughout the levels of government. This includes safety, economy, and transportation. During the winter, it is extremely common for this road to be closed due to motor vehicle accidents. This means that residents can’t get home, and it also halts all commercial traffic as well. We should cooperate with the local Electoral District Associations of all parties asking them to sponsor policies regarding this issue, and in turn to represent the issue at their party’s policy conventions.

Gerry Taft NDP Our previous MLA, Norm Macdonald, has always made the upgrading of the Trans-Canada Highway a top priority. It is an issue that he has raised with the Premier, numer-

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

The four confirmed 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.

ous Ministers of Transportation and their federal counterparts, and constantly in the Legislature.

I intend to be just as determined in my insistence that these critical upgrades be done at a much faster rate than has occurred under 16 years of BC Liberal government.

In 2012, looking back on a decade of BC Liberal rule, the Premier stated that her government needed to speed up the work on the Trans-Canada Highway. And she promised to do just that. Yet, since that promise was made, her government has only upgraded a further 13 kilometres.

The BC NDP has been very clear that this is a project that cannot wait. We’ve also committed to ensuring that we get the most out of this infrastructure spending by using British Columbian labour and by improving opportunities for apprenticeships and career development.

Voters will have to decide if the BC Liberal record on upgrading the Trans-Canada Highway over the last 16 years is acceptable to them. From my perspective, it is not.

Samson Boyer Green Party I’m probably not alone in thinking that the four-lane highway should have happened a long time ago.

This is the primary route of commerce that connects the rest of Canada to the Lower Mainland. As such, it is a necessary infrastructure investment and four-laning the highway simply makes common sense. While there have been improvements in the last several years, there are still worrisome sections of the highway that require attention. There are many areas where the road is narrow, curvy and with steep grades. There are also issues such as narrow bridges, rock slides and avalanches to take into account.

A particular stretch of challenging highway, that run-

ning through the Kicking Horse Canyon east of Golden, has already been identified as a priority and is in the final phase of a four-phase project. Largely considered one of the most dangerous highways in the country, the 148-kilometres between Golden and Revelstoke has been the site of 38 fatal crashes from 2004-2013.

In short, we need to ensure that future improvements are prioritized by high crash locations.

Doug Clovechok Liberal Improving Highway 1 to make it safer and more efficient for families and businesses is vitally important to our region. Over the past four years, I have worked together with local government leaders to advocate for the four-laning of Highway 1. Our efforts proved to be successful recently when the federal and provincial governments committed $450 million towards the final and most challenging phase of Kicking Horse, and a further $19.4 million for Donald to Forde station, west of Golden. I’m working hard to earn your vote so I can continue to advocate as your MLA in Victoria for continued safety improvements in areas with high traffic volumes, higher than average crash rates or where there are bridges that need replacing.

Since 2001, the BC Liberals have worked with the federal government to invest or commit more than $1.5 billion on the Trans-Canada Highway between Kamloops and the Alberta border — more than 10 times the $140 million invested by the NDP in 1990s. There is more work to do — that’s why we need to continue to grow our economy, create jobs, and balance our budget so we can build a strong B.C. and Columbia River-Revelstoke by investing in infrastructure.

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ART, WINE, FOOD with Alex Fong

FABULOUS FONG —Painter Alex Fong will be hosting an interactive painting night at Eagle Ranch complete with a three-course meal. Image submitted

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Indulge your senses in an interactive setting Submitted by the Artym tean Spring is finally here. The birds are chirping, golf courses are opening, the lake is getting busy, and the Artym Gallery and Eagle Ranch Resort have brought back the “Art, Wine, and Food” event for Saturday, April 22nd.

Join us at one of the valley’s most scenic restaurants for a fun and unique evening of dining and interactive painting with renowned artist Alex Fong. Alex will be creating one (or two) of his amazing watercolours, all while engaging with you and the other patrons, and encouraging everyone to get up and try their hand at painting with him.

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this before with the Artym Gallery and Eagle Ranch. In fact the last two were sold out. “It’s always fun to have people involved events, I am amazed at how eager the diners are to try their hand at painting”, says Fong.

The event is the evening of Saturday, April 22nd at Eagle Ranch Resort’s restaurant. To come out and enjoy a three course meal with your choice of main, reservations should be made at (250) 342-6560. Cocktails will be starting at 6 p.m., and Alex will begin painting shortly thereafter. There will be more of Alex’s paintings on display as well.

This should be another sell out event.

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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 21st • Go online and register for the Wings Over the Rockies Festival running May 8th to 14th. Register 24/7 at www.wingsovertherockies.org.

• 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.

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

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

• 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.

• 9 a.m.: Operation Clean Sweep - join other volunteers to clean up our communities.

• 10 a.m.: Wilmer litter pickup. Meet at the community hall, we’ll supply coffee bags to collect litter. If you can’t make it, send your kids! Gloves are recommended.

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

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

• 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.

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

• 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

Tuesday, April 25th • 6 - 8 p.m.: David Thompson Secondary School hosts the 2nd Annual Science Fair. Featuring projects from Grade 8, 9 and 10 students on display in the cafeteria and library.

• 7 p.m.: Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is holding an Advanced Care Planning information session at Canal Flats Seniors Hall.

• 8 p.m.: Live music at Fairmont Resort’s Bear’s Paw Bar & Grill by ‘The Middle Coast’ – 70s-style yacht rock.

Also Wednesday April 26th.

Wednesday, April 26th

• Locals Day at Fairmont Resort’s Mountainside Golf Course. Special Locals pricing: $13.50 for 9 holes or $27 for 18 holes ($1.50/hole all day in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday) plus live entertainment 12 4 p.m., food and drink specials and a door prize draw.

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• 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.

• 6:30 p.m.: Groundswell is hosting a Seed Swap at DTSS Theatre plus screening of the film ‘Seed, The Untold Story’’ at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to bring seeds they have saved or extra seeds they’d like to trade for other seeds; or just show up for the film. $10 entry.

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.

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

• 2 p.m.: Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is holding an Advanced Care Planning information session at the Legion Hall in Edgewater.

Thursday, April 27th • 2 p.m.: Seniors Tea at the Invermere Library the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. If you would like to attend but do not have transportation, please contact the library at 250-342-6416.

• 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.

• 6:15 - 9 p.m.: The All Candidates Forum is being held at the David Thompson Secondary School Theatre. Debate begins at 6:30 p.m. but please arrive early to guarantee seating.

• 7 p.m.: Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is holding an Advanced Care Planning information session at the Brisco Community Hall.

Friday, April 28th • 12 p.m.: Seniors soup lunch at the Edgewater Legion. $6. Last Friday of each month.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort hosts an exhibit of artwork by Paula Cravens with a wine and cheese meet and greet.

• The legendary cover band BC/CD returns to Invermere to play at Shakman’s. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and are available at Shakman’s, Syndicate Board Shop and Fire Vixen Emporium or $20 at the door.

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

• Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• Story Time: Thurs. 10:30 a.m. and Sat. 11 a.m.

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

• Wednesday and Thursday: 1 - 4 p.m.

• Saturday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Better yet, for those who really, really, really want to rock, BC/DC is coming to a bar near you for a show at Shakman’s Bar and Lounge Friday, April 28th. It’s a high energy show you won’t want to miss, especially if you are familiar with the music of Adelaide classic rockers AC/ DC. It may be hard to believe for BC/DC fans that the band has now been touring for the better part of 18 years. Known to be the ‘Ultimate Rock n’ Roll Salute,’ BC/DC for many is the best and biggest rock n’ roll tribute band touring the circuit today. “In our show you get full Marshall stacks, raw energy, jump kicks, playing guitar behind the head, growling vocals that make the depths of your eardrums tremble, you name it,” said the band’s frontman Brendan Raftery.

Focusing their song list on the best of AC/DC’s Bon Scott era, and including only the monster hits with Brian Johnson such as ‘Hells Bells,’ ‘Back in Black,’ ‘For those about to Rock,’ BC/DC channels the energy of late 1970’s AC/DC that rivals the original band’s 1979

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It has been said that BC/DC’s success has brought their shows to near legendary status at hundreds of venues across North America, with a reputation of setting record bar sales at countless events. The band has headlined shows in some of the largest stadiums in Canada, including the Bell Center in Montreal, Rexall Place in Edmonton, and most recently, McMahon Stadium in Calgary for a CFL halftime show with a whopping 28,000 people in attendance. Internationally BC/DC band has toured throughout the United States, and throughout China, Thailand, and Mexico.

BC/DC has played Invermere at least six times over the past eighteen years with the last few shows selling out fast. “We have many friends in Invermere and look forward to coming out and putting on a fantastic high energy show and having some beer with our friends. I’m also looking forward to trying out Arrowhead beer as I am an official beer nerd,” said Mr. Raftery.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door, and can be found at the following locations in town: Shakman’s, Syndicate Board Shop, and Fire Vixen Emporium. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show will then start at 11 p.m.

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Memorial golf event honours Wittke

By James Rose Special to the Pioneer Windermere Valley Golf Course is hosting the first annual Al Wittke Memorial Men’s Night Scramble on May 4th.

“The event will run as a men’s night event and a short memorial service for Mr. Wittke will start at 2 p.m. and all are welcome to attend,” said Windermere Valley Golf Course head professional Dale Moore.

Al Wittke was an avid golfer, a philanthropist, a mentor and a friend to many in the Columbia Valley and elsewhere.

“We plan to host this tournament for many years in Al’s honour,” commented Mr. Moore.

Following the service, the scramble golf tournament will commence at 3 p.m.

“It will be a regular men’s night event, so the cost will be $10 (which will go) towards prizes, plus regular green fees and power cart rental,” said Mr. Moore.

Teams may sign up in groups of four or individually and the staff at the course will then place individuals on a team.

“The tournament is open to any man that would like to register,” said Mr. Moore. Prospective participants can get themselves on the list by calling Windermere Valley Golf Course’s pro shop at 250-342-3004.

Following the golf, there will be the usual men’s night dinner special at the Windermere Valley’s ‘The Grill’ restaurant.

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“It’s a little bit of weight to carry, usually firefighters will be taking hoses up with them. Luckily in this case we don’t have to do it,” said Mr. Hellyer. The two teams are not only training for the May 7th event but also are fundraising for firefighters and citizens livSTAIR MASTERS — Members of the Panorama Fire Department ing with cancer. (clockwise from top left) Dave Gregory, Rob Hellyer, Kasey Smith, “We’re training up here, Monique Hillinaar, Rachel Stowe and Karolina Schutzova (absent so for the rest of the commuare Lauren Brudenell, Kyle Flynn and James Stickler) practicing for nity it’s a little hard to give us a their Stair Climb Challenge in Calgary.

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Gender roles – tradition or stereotypes?

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“Uhm…but you’re a mom, you can’t chop wood,” child one says to me.

I look at him and take a swing. I’m really an inefficient woodchopper. He’s used to seeing his dad split logs with much more ease.

I take several swings. No matter — moms can chop wood.

Gender roles — what a funny concept.

The other day I gave both kids a doll, one for each stroller. My son lovingly draped a blanket overtop the doll in the stroller and took baby for a walk. He had recently seen this act unfold by his aunty, who did the same with his baby cousin. My daughter did the same, and they cruised around on the deck with their soundsleeping babies.

This isn’t a common scene, as boys will be boys… and quiet, still activities are a scarcity.

The difference between boys and girls – it’s an interesting case study to watch our kids, one boy and one

girl, and their natural tendencies.

I was one of the few females, often the only one, in Without any pushing or guiding, they are drawn attendance for the annual campout. We’d capture poor, to different activities. While at the same time they can unsuspecting bullfrogs. We’d have mud fights, go excome together and play stereotypical ‘boy games,’ as ploring, ride bikes; we’d hook into some rainbow trout to bring home for our fish-loving grandparents. Being well as respective ‘girl games.’

However, the youngest certainly follows the eldest’s excluded from such festivities would have been devastating. I never once felt like an outsider during these lead — naturally so.

“Let’s play Rescue Bots,” child one tells two. He boy-filled weekends. motions how one would transform into a rescue maOn the flip side of the coin my brother and mom chine. She doesn’t get it. The game falls flat. Perhaps enjoy all things garden together. They discuss flowers not all games are transferand plants, their thumbs are the greenest of all and able.

“The best way to break gender moulds for our “Mom, is there such a they know how to grow a thing as girl firefighters?” children to show them first-hand of our diverse lush and hearty clematis.

The best way to break he asks me about the ever- nature. Show them that mom is rugged and dad gender moulds for our cool whimsy that he holds is nurturing, and that mom is soft and dad is children is to show them in his mind of the profestough... “ sion. “Yes, for sure,” I say first-hand of our diverse nature. Show them that without hesitation or exmom is rugged and dad is nurturing, and that mom is planation. soft and dad is tough; that girls are brave and boys play You my child are a generation of equality!

I grew up in a neighbourhood full of kids. Every it safe; that boys are bold and that girls are timid. Show year for Father’s Day some of the neighbouring fami- them that our personality and interests define us, not lies would get together for an annual tradition at the our gender.

Family, adventure and the exploration of the unfamilnearby McChulloch Lake. We’d go camping together for the weekend to celebrate our dads. It was the best iar is what fuels freelance writer and editor Lynsey Burke’s creativity in writing. Visit www.lynseyburke.com. tradition, and one that lived on for years.

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April 21, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 17

Golf pro returns to Spur Valley

By Dean Midyette Pioneer Staff

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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

Yard Waste Pick-up Program

The 2017 golf season has begun and Spur Valley Greens is welcoming an alumnus to take over as head golf professional. After an absence of 12 years, Edwin MacDonald has returned to the Columbia Valley to build on the legacy created by Spur Valley’s first head professional, Craig Millar, who retired at the end of the 2016 season.

Edwin worked with Craig for five years, departing in 2005 to become a staff professional with Calloway at their performance centre in Calgary. After four years with Calloway, Edwin moved on to work at the Highwood Golf and Country Club in High River, the Brooks Golf Club and at Les Furber’s only signature golf course, Redstone Golf Club in Rossland.

In addition to his extensive resume as a golf instructor and competitor, Edwin is also a level four ski instructor and father to 13 year old Mykayla and 9 year old Tanner.

When asked what enticed him to leave an internationally renowned resort course such as Redstone to return to Spur Valley, Edwin told The Pioneer that Spur Valley “was always a fantastic place to work and a little slice of heaven.

I’m not here to change what we have, but to build on what Craig Millar and the Csokonays have created. Spur Valley offers a relaxed family atmosphere and people can expect great golf, great food and great times.”

Welcome back Edwin.

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. Residents 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 include only 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.

Staff will not pick up any yard waste if it does not meet the above requirements. If you have not placed a reservation, your yard waste will not be picked up.

For further questions, comments or concerns, please contact Chris Prosser, Chief Administrative Officer at 250-342-9281.

Edwin MacDonald

Box 159, 8853 Grainger Road Canal Flats B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 • Fax 250-349-5460 Email village@canalflats.ca

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE – BRENT AND TANYA DUBOIS BYLAW AMENDMENT – CANAL FLATS The Council of the Village of Canal Flats is considering an application by Brent and Tanya DuBois to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw # 900, 1992. If approved, the amendment will rezone the property. The subject property is located at Lot 28, District Lot 110, Kootenay District Plan 1738 4753 Burns Avenue as shown in the shaded area.

Bylaw No. 183, 2017 cited as “Village of Canal Flats Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 183, 2017 (DuBois)” will rezone the property from A-1 (Rural Resource) Zone to R-1 (Residential).

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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.

April 21, 2017 . . . ‘Valley resident’ from page 5 Mr. Kashuba explained that the Libertarian Party stands for less government and less taxes, and wants less authoritarianism and more liberty.

“I contacted the Libertarians to find out more information about their platform. I found I really agree with their ideas. There were no Libertarian candidates in my area so we decided to put my name in,” said Mr. Kashuba.

As a latecomer to the political race, Mr. Kashuba said he wanted to represent a different option for people.

“My motivation was to have a new party to vote for on our ballot. I don’t agree with any of the other party’s platforms or track records. I’m running as a paper candidate. No campaigning. I just hope

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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:

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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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to represent a different option for people,” said Mr. Kashuba.

As for upcoming appearances, Mr. Kashuba told The Pioneer he will not be attending the All Candidates Forum on April 27th. He said he’d like to attend the BC Wildlife Federation town hall meeting on Friday, April 21st, but probably won’t have time to.

Mr. Kashuba had previously told East Kootenay radio station the Drive FM that he has no interest in being a politician, but that he put his name forward under the Libertarian banner, so that he and others with a Libertarian bent would have a party on the ballot so they could v ote their conscience during the May 9th election.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 19

Hospice Society gears up for Butterfly Gala

By James Rose, Special to the Pioneer The Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley is pleased to host the 5th annual Butterfly Gala Saturday April 29th at the Radium Resort Golf Course Banquet Hall.

“The Hospice Society celebrates the moments of our lives, the memories that we create and that we hang on to when those we love are no longer with us,” said executive director Maria Kliavkoff.

“The gala gives us an opportunity to celebrate spring and have a really good

time with our family, friends and neighbours,” she said.

The Butterfly Gala is one of the Society’s major fundraisers and typically raises enough money to cover key costs the organization incurs each year.

“This evening is a lot of fun,” said Ms. Kliavkoff.

“Every year we get comments from those who attend who appreciate having such a good time and how grateful they are to know that their money is going to a good cause,” she said.

“Since our inception in 2013 we have delivered over 2,000 end of life vis-

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The feature is timed to coincide with the end of post secondary exams and designed to assist employers with their staffing needs during the busy peak season. This year our feature includes articles directed at current jobseekers. All jobs will also be posted on 5 employment websites which currently receive 150 000 unique views per month.

Deadline for booking - Monday, April 24th at noon

its, we run four different bereavement programs to support the needs of those who are grieving and we provide public education and resource support,” added Ms. Kliavkoff.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $50 with all proceeds going to the society and are available in Radium at Big Horn Café, in Fairmont at Purple Cow Gifts and in Invermere at Sobeys and Circle Café.

“Be sure to get your tickets right away so that you can contact us with your meal choices (Bison, Chicken or Vegetarian),” said Ms. Kliavkoff.

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Who will know what your wishes are regarding your end of life health care?

Join us for tea, treats and a chance to discover what is important to you when making healthcare decisions.

Admission and materials are free.

Wednesday, April 9th - Fairmont, Lions’ Den 7pm Thursday, April 20 - Radium, Radium Springs Private Dining Room 7pm Tuesday, April 25 - Canal Flats, Senior’s Hall 7pm Wednesday, April 26 - Edgewater, Legion Hall 2pm Thursday, April 27 - Brisco, Commun ity Hall 7pm Saturday; April 29 - lnvermere, Legion Hall I pm

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20 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer The Spilli Bean Coffee Shop has closed the door after 6 successful years. Thank you for making this your regular destination. We are honoured to have shared our passion and concept of great coffee and food while relaxing and enjoying the stunning view. Your support, laughter and friendship that developed is outstanding.

Sharon & Shirley

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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

Request for Quotation

April 21, 2017

Demolition Day The village of Radium Hot Springs residents gathered to watch the first phase of demolition begin on the old community hall on Tuesday, April 18th. Over the years the hall was used as a gathering place for many groups, holding events, meetings, and even at one point the library. The local residents had an opportunity to take part in the demolition process getting to take the sledgehammer to the exterior wall of the old hall, pictured in bottom photos.

Photos by Nikki Fredrikson

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

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Columbia Valley Economic Development Officer We are currently seeking proposals for a two-year Columbia Valley Economic Development Officer contract.

The Economic Development Officer will work to fulfill the economic development objectives of the Columbia Valley, including the design and implementation of an economic development strategy, and will be responsible for the implementation of the Resident Attraction and Retention Strategy.

We are looking for a relationship builder with an in-depth knowledge of the Columbia Valley and its business environment, at least five year’s experience in economic development or a related field, and experience in the development of strategic and operational plans.

The detailed Request for Proposals, including the scope of work, qualifications and proposal submission guidelines, is on the BC Bid website: http://www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca.

Proponent must include a curriculum vitae, statement of qualifications and relevant experience in support of their Proposal.

Proposals must be received no later than 14:00MT on May 4, 2017.

It is the sole responsibility of the Proponent to check for Addenda and other updates on the BC Bid website.

For more information: Shawn Tomlin, CAO Regional District of East Kootenay Email: stomlin@rdek.bc.ca Phone:1-250-489-2791

April 21, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21

Circle Health moves

By James Rose, Special to the Pioneer Circle Health Food has been offering the valley fresh, organic and local produce, vitamins and supplements and organic home and body options, well, since before it was cool. And it is about to get way cooler, as the health food store will be moving to a new location — on the other side of Invermere’s main street — adjoining the Circle Cafe.

“We’ve always wanted to have the store and the cafe integrated, even before there was a cafe, it’s been a dream of ours for a long time. This space will be amazing, it will introduce new customers to all of the great things we do at each place, and let our regular customers have a ‘one stop shop’,” said owner Sarah Bourke.

“Drink your freshly poured kombucha while you write your shopping list, or reward your long day of errands with a healthy lunch — and maybe one of our famous chocolate balls — on the sunny patio.

“The store has always attracted a community spirit of sharing healthy ideas, recipes, and stories, and running into all of your favourite people while picking up your fresh veggies and bread. Now with the cafe we have the ideal environment Get the

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“We are very excited to have Circle Health Food join us in Frater Landing.

Having an open flow between us all is a new and fresh concept that we know our customers will enjoy and appreciate,” said Ambiente owner Dru Wagner.

The new space will be open for May 1st, with a grand opening set for the May long weekend.

“Can’t wait to see you all in our new home!” said Ms. Bourke.

Both Circle Cafe and Ambiente will be open as usual throughout the moving process so you can come in for a sneak peek.

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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.

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Phone: 250-342-5833 • Cell: 250-270-9444 All products are available at 9120, Hwy 93/95 which is five kilometres north of Tim Hortons

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For competitive prices and prompt service, call: 250-342-3268 (plant) 250-342-6767 (office)

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Serving the Columbia Valley

Residential & Commercial Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

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• Manufactures & suppliers of quality • Environmentally responsible concrete & gravel products • Steamed aggregate beds for top • Experience, professional operators quality year round concrete supply and the right equipment to get your • We stand behind our service, job done quality and products • Serving the valley for over 30 years

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Renovations Decks Finishing Interior/Exterior Painting David Gulbe Mike Bernicot

William Feissel 250-341-7204 valleyframing@hotmail.ca

Fax: 250-342-9644 rugclean@telus.net

Dale Elliott Contracting

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N E W S PA P E R

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For all your advertising needs, call Dean or Amanda at 250-341-6299

Interior Finishing Kitchen and Vanity Cabinets • Countertops • Small Renovations • Decks and Interior Railings

• Trusses • Engineered Floors • Wall Panels

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1320 Industrial Road #3 Box 159, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

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Environmental Assessment of the proposed Kootenay West Mine

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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

Notice - Invitation to Comment CertainTeed Gypsum Canada Inc. (CertainTeed) is proposing to develop the Kootenay West Mine (KWM) which would be located 12 km northeast of the Village of Canal Flats. KWM would mine the gypsum deposit at a rate of 400,000 t/year. The expected lifespan of KWM is 43 years.

KWM is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act. CertainTeed has now submitted its Environmental Assessment (EA) Application to obtain an EA Certificate which is required before any work can be undertaken.

CertainTeed invites the public to comment. This comment period ends on May 1, 2017. All comments received during this comment period will be considered.

Please comment using the following approaches:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Online: www.eao.gov.bc.ca

Zoning Bylaw Amendment

Mail:

NOTICE is given of a Public Hearing to be held at 7 pm on Tuesday, May 2, 2017, in the Council Chambers at the District of Invermere Office, 914 - 8th Ave., in the District of Invermere, to amend Zoning Bylaw No.1145, 2002

ATTN: Terry Pratt Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria B.C. V8W 9V1

Bylaw No. 1522, 2017 will change the Zoning Bylaw No. 1145, 2002 as follows: The official zoning Map referred to in section 5.2 of Bylaw 1145 as schedule “A-1” is amended by changing the designation of the following lands:

Fax: 250-387-2208

Civic address: 1102-13th Street, Lot 2, District Lot 1092, Kootenay District Plan NEP15924, PID 009-047-239. from R-2 MULTI FAMILY RESIDENTIAL – LOW DENSITY to R-3 CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT – MEDIUM

An electronic copy of the Application and information regarding the tenvironmental assessment process areavailable at www.eao.gov.bc.ca .

Proposed Zoning Bylaw No. 1522, 2017 Location

Hard copies of the Application are available for viewing at these locations:

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from KWM are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process.

Canal Flats Village Office 8866 Grainger Rd. Canal Flats B.C. V0B 1B0 and District of Invermere Office 914 8th Ave. Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0

The above synopsis is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as the full text and content of the proposed “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1522, 2017”. A copy of the proposed bylaw and relevant background documents may be inspected at the District of Invermere municipal office 914 - 8th Ave., Invermere from April 21, 2017 to May 2, 2017. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

All persons who believe that their interest in the property is affected by the proposed “Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1522, 2017 may: • •

Send written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing, Box 339, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Fax written briefs to the District of Invermere (250)-342-2934 prior to the hearing; • Email written briefs to the District of Invermere, planning@invermere.net prior to the hearing, or • Present verbal or written briefs at the hearing.

NOTICE is also given that the Council will not accept any written or verbal presentations after the close of the public hearing.

Rory Hromadnik Development Services

here to serve you CONTRACTING

• • • •

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Doors Windows Flooring Painting/ Interior/Exterior • Kitchen Renovations

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• Bathroom Renovations • Additions • Decks • Finish Carpentry • Basement Renovations

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Scott Postlethwaite

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PROVIDING SOLUTIONS FOR THE VACATION HOME OWNERSINCE 2006

Bob: (250) 341-5014

Including House Checking

Our deadline to book advertising is Monday at noon.

Will Feissel

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To place an ad please call: 250-341-6299 or N E W S PA P E R

ads@columbiavalleypioneer.com

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April 21, 2017

Pioneer Classifieds cheers & jeers

cheers & jeers

Jeers to Castlerock residents that let Cheers to the Columbia Valley Arts their pets run loose. Now that the Council for another superb Cinefest snow has melted it is shocking to season. Valley residents are see how many turds your pets have fortunate to have dedicated and left all over our neighborhood. This enthusiastic volunteers who work is only one of many reasons why hard to ensure we can enjoy quality the law says you need to keep pets independent films. And another leashed. Be responsible and leash cheers for the tasty fresh popcorn CHEERS & always JEERSavailable. your pet.

cheers & jeers Cheers to Inspire Floral for the beautiful Easter bouquet generously donated to Columbia Garden Village. The bouquet brought a beautiful splash of colour to our residents’ Easter Day!

garage sales MOVING SALE Riverside Estates, 5156 Riverside Dr., FAIRMONT. ALL KINDS OF STUFF. Sat. April 22nd, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday April 23rd, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. ​And MORE STUFF, Friday April 28th, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sat. April 29th, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sponsored by

Cheers to Joanne and Elizabeth for guiding our Valley Piecemakers Quilting Guild! Their behind the scenes work has ensured that we are organized and ready for our members to participate. Thanks so much for all of your heart and soul that you put into the Guild!

Jeers to manipulative populist politicians and Jeers to the superficial partisan voters who reward them.

Cheers to paying forward Random Acts of Kindness. Both the giving and receiving can make your day!

s In Memoriam s

‘Tee and a Shot’ A celebration of life for

Multi-Family Yard Sale. Kids clothes, lawn furniture, book shelves, and more. Friday, April 21st, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, April 22nd, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1093 Hilltop Road, Windermere.

ANNOUNCEMENT Frances Lynne Slotta’s family would like to invite all of her friends to reminisce with us at the Invermere Legion on Thursday May 4th between 1 and 3 p.m. Refreshments and a light lunch will be available.

in memoriam In loving memory of Ted February 3, 1934 - April 24, 2006. If the roses grow in heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my husband’s arms and tell him they’re from me. Tell him that I love him and miss him, and when he turns to smile, place a kiss upon his cheek and hold him for awhile. Because remembering him is easy, I do it every day. But there is an ache within my heart that will never go away.

Love you forever. Till we meet again. ~ Edel

STORAGE NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE

Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

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

announcement

COMMERCIAL SPACE

HOUSE FOR RENT

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

SUITE FOR RENT Radium: Motel Bavaria, low low rates, daily, weekly, monthly.

Kitchenettes available. Call 250347-9915.

Wilmer Waterworks Improvement District

All Wilmer residents are welcome and encouraged to attend.

The Trustees Wilmer Waterworks Improvement District

Invermere 3 bdrm lower suite.

Close to schools, private entrance.

Uptown duplex, 5 appliances, large storage shed. No pets, no smokers. $875/mo. + deposit. Includes water. 403-651-0008.

PO Box #747, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

Leann, Jill (Keith) and Erin ask you to please join us on Thursday, May 4th at 2 p.m. to share a shot and some memories at The Windermere Valley Golf Course

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

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.

Wilmer Waterworks District

Al Wittke

• • • •

Notice of 2017 Annual General Meeting The annual general meeting of the is scheduled for Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Wilmer Community Hall (Conrad Kain Park).

CONDO FOR RENT

Radium The Peaks Complex, Birch (316). Loft unit 1450 sq. ft. living, dining, 2-bdrm, 3-washrooms.

Kitchen with all appliances + microwave/dishwasher. Laundry room with washer/dryer. Propane fireplace, heating, A/C, curtains/ blinds. One parking space/storage in the U/G parkade. Utilities include propane and electrical. Facility has an outdoor pool, hot tub and indoor hot tub. 2 balconies, 2700 of spectacular views. One Pet allowed at $75/mo. No partiers please. Call Jeff Owen 403-660-2120. $1375/ mo, utilities included.

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.

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

250-342-6178.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE 0.42 acre undeveloped treed lot on Nelles Crescent, Windermere. 403616-9659.

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HOUSE FOR SALE

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

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.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Shannon’s Blinds & Designs

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.

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@leoburito.com or call 250688-0561.

TEAM MEMBERS WANTED Safta’s is now hiring cooks and dishwashers for the summer season! If you enjoy a fair working environment, great tip outs and a fun atmosphere- this is the place for you! No experience necessary, email your resume to israelifalafel@ gmail.com or drop off at Safta’s.

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.

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

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

Kootenay Pasta for sale. Call 250342-9056.

Business for Sale: Grant’s Foods, 503 7th Ave, Invermere, $59,000 includes everything.

Email gkelly2@telus.net.

WANTED Couple looking to rent pull travel trailer. 2010 or newer, 20’ - 25’. Use for 4 days per trip 2 - 3 times, May, June, Sept. to lake campgrounds in valley. Experienced in pulling trailers/boats. Contact gord.k@ greatwesterninteriors.com.

MISC. FOR SALE Estate Sale. Complete contents of home woodworking shop. All power tools, hand tools. Hundreds of items. By appt. only 250-3416018.

Moving Sale. 3 seat chesterfield, love seat, exercise bike, electric sewing cabinet, deluxe treadmill and many other items. 250-3416018.

FIREWOOD Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

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

BOATS FOR SALE Boat: 2008 Crownline 19SS 19 ft. with 4.3 liter Mercury inboard with only 56 hours. Ski tower and sun awning. Perfect condition and fully serviced. With trailer Heritage Model and size CB19SLD-39 19.

Asking $22,500. Call 1-403-3908755.

VEHICLES FOR SALE 2004 Dodge Ram 3500, $14,900, good condition, 419,470 kms. Std, long box, crew cab, 5.9 turbo diesel, rebuilt transmission. Call 604-3452047.

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.

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.

Nurturing Joyful Seniors! Nonmedical 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Paradise Landscapes is now hiring full-time summer labour.

Landscape construction and irrigation.

Wage depending on experience. Must have own transportation. Please call Mike at 250-409-4344.

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

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 possess 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.

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.

Seeking a motivated individual interested in joining a growing construction company. Must have experience, be physically fit, have own transportation and a positive attitude. Wage negotiable dependent on knowledge and skills. Immediate start. Please email resumes and references to JLBInnovations@hotmail.com.

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.

SECURITY GUARDS REQUIRED. Valley Hawk Security has positions available from May long weekend to Sept. long weekend. Day/ night shifts available. Must have BC Security Guard Licence. Email resume to valleyhawksecurity@ shaw.ca or call 250.688.4295 for more info.

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.

Local General Contractor seeking experienced carpenter and labourers. Wage depends on experience. Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Please send resume to: reicon.ltd@ gmail.com.

The Black Forest is looking for full time kitchen help. Call, email or drop off resume. 250-342-9417, careers@blackforestrestaurant. com.

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

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April 21, 2017 Balance Bobcat looking for

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

Sobeys invermere is now accepting applications for the following positions.

Produce Clerk, full-time, Produce Clerks, part-time Meat Clerks, part-time Cashiers, part-time Courtesy Clerks, part-time Must be available to work days, evenings and weekends. Please apply at customer service.

The Eva Joseph Learning and Cultural Society is seeking a

Aboriginal Headstart Coordinator and Out-of-School Teacher Do you have a love of children, organizing, and planning? Are you enthusiastic, creative, and love to work with people? Are you a self-starter, contentious, and love to have fun? If you answered yes to all of these then we want you!

Eva Joseph Learning and Cultural Society has a great opportunity for the right person to be our next Aboriginal Headstart Coordinator/Out of School Teacher.

There are two roles to this position.

Aboriginal Headstart Coordinator: • Organize and run the Community Playgroup twice a week • Liaise with other community agencies to provide collaboration on community building programs • Provide language and cultural experiences in the Little Badger Early Learning programs weekly • Coordinate and participate in special events like Canada Day, Aboriginal Day, and the Salmon Festival, etc.

• Provide and work with a yearly budget • Provide monthly/annual reports Out-of-School Teacher: • Provide a safe, comfortable environment for kindergarten to 12-year old children • Provide a program to build young leaders • Have weekly/monthly goals for the children to aspire toward The successful candidate will be: • A strong member of our cohesive and cooperative team, which includes staff, management, parents and community members • A strong leader that promotes collaboration and learning • Knowledgeable and respectful of local First Nations communities and cultures • Competent at computer programs such as Word, Excel, etc.

• Abie to track, monitor, and develop budgets The successful candidate must have: • A clear criminal record check for vulnerable persons • Medical clearance from a physician stating that they are physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of working with young children • A valid Child Safe First Aid Certificate • A valid class 5 driver’s license To apply or for further information, submit Cover Letter and resume, including 3 references by April 28, 2017 to: Carrie Rickards, General Manager Eva Joseph Learning and Cultural Society Email: carrie.littlebadgers@gmail.com Thank you to all applicants who apply however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cashier/Clerk

HARD WORKING INDIVIDUALS

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

Balancebobcat@hotmail.com • 250-270-0821

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

471 Arrow Road, Invermere, B.C.

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

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

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE

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

Casual employees The District of Invermere is seeking applications for our Casual on call Employee list for the 2017 season in the Public Works Department.

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

Grounds Maintenance Golf Shop Attendants Hospitality Assistant Shuttle Drivers Clubhouse Custodian

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

Limited onsite staff accommodation is available.

Please submit your resume to employment@radiumgolf.ca

RadiumGolf ca RadiumGolf.

Radium Ra um Hot Springs, B.C. • 1.800.667.6444 • 250.347.9311 um

To be eligible you must possess a valid class 5 driver’s license.

Special consideration will be given to people with previous construction or municipal works experience including Environmental Operators Certification. An air brakes endorsement or a valid class 3 driver’s license would be an asset.

Under the supervision of the Public Works Manager, the casual employee performs a variety of manual labour duties and equipment operations. Work involves the general maintenance of municipal infrastructures including roads and streets, storm drainage, water and sewer systems, parks, cemetery and buildings. The primary tasks considered for this posting involve buildings, parks, roads and utility maintenance and repair and must be willing to come in contact with live sewer.

Applicants must possess sound communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of WCB regulations would be an asset.

This position is within C.U.P.E. 2982 bargaining unit. A full job description is available for this position.

Applicants are invited to submit their resumes to: Bruce Forsyth, Manager of Public Works, District of Invermere Industrial Road #1 PO Box 339 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Fax: 250-342-3212 Email pwshop@invermere.net

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

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Leave a lasting legacy in our community Submitted by Laurie Klassen Columbia Valley Community Foundation Do you have a will? If so, does your will clearly reflect your wishes?

April is Make-A-Will Month in British Columbia.

Your will is the best way to ensure that the people, and causes you cherish most receive the benefit of your estate.

Designating a gift for the Columbia Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) in your will is a way to fulfill your charitable legacy in the community.

Our concept is simple. Your gift is invested and the investment income is used to support local charitable programs and projects according to your wishes.

The principal is never touched, ensuring your legacy lives on forever.

In this way, the CVCF acts as a bridge between you and local charities to help create and maintain a strong, vibrant community for generations to come.

If you have been considering including the Columbia Valley Community Foundation in your will, now is the time.

In 2017, the Vancouver Community Foundation is supporting the CVCF, and other B.C. Community Foundations, by offering $10,000 in additional grant money if $100,000 in new charitable bequests are secured. How beautiful that your gift could have impact now and as well as in the future.

Choosing to leave a gift from the heart brings meaning and purpose to a life well lived. Your gift, through a will, is your opportunity to participate in the charitable

and community work most meaningful to you, in a way that allows these important causes to be well supported now and long after you have gone.

The Columbia Valley Community Foundation is a collection of endowment funds, now totaling more than $3.2 million, established by donors from all walks of life to build legacies in our Valley communities.

Funds are pooled and invested with the income distributed as grants to charitable organizations, and students, in a broad and inclusive manner that benefits the Columbia Valley between Spillimacheen and Canal Flats. The Foundation, on behalf of its donors, has distributed more than $540,000 in community grants and led over 131 projects in the areas of recreation, community facilities, children and youth, arts and culture, health and safety, the environment, literacy, student awards and social services.

Your Columbia Valley Community Foundation helps connect donors with local organizations and causes that they care about most.

We help people like you enrich the lives of others in a meaningful manner. To donate or to learn about creating your legacy through the community foundation go to ValleyFoundation.ca.

To learn more about leaving a gift in your will to the Columbia Valley Community Foundation, please contact me at 250-342-2845 or by email at laurie@valleyfoundation.ca. Together we can make a difference in our community.

Laurie Klassen is the Executive Director of the Columbia Valley Community Foundation.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT The Village is seeking an individual with proven skills and experience to act as the Public Works Superintendent (full-time).

This is a complex and wide spectrum position entailing a variety of tasks related to the construction, maintenance, operation and administration of municipal water and sewer utilities, roads, parklands, buildings, machinery, and infrastructure. Other responsibilities include policy development, asset management, program planning, budget management, personnel administration, contract oversight, and operational direction of the various public works functions.

A full job description, which includes the qualification requirements, is available upon request by emailing Mark.Read@ radiumhotsprings.ca Applications must be received at the Village office (paper, email or fax acceptable) no later than 4 p.m. Friday, May 12th, 2017.

We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

School District No.6 (Rocky Mountain)

READY, SET, LEARN School District 6 is inviting all three, four and five year olds to school!

help wanted

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

ROOM ATTENDANTS | SERVERS | COOKS | SOUS CHEF | SECURITY GUARD RV PARK ATTENDANTS | REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Attend a Ready, Set, Learn event in your community! Families who attend will take part in play-based activities while finding out about local learning programs and services. Families will receive an informational kit with helpful tips to support their preschooler’s learning and development in reading, writing and numeracy.

Please join us at your neighborhood school: Windermere Elementary School Tuesday, May 2nd, 9:30 – 11:15 Please confirm your attendance by calling the school at 250-342-6640

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

Edgewater Elementary School Wednesday, May 3rd, 9:00 – 11:30 Please confirm your attendance by calling the school at 250-347-9543

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

Martin Morigeau Elementary School Friday, May 5th, 9:00 – 10:30

FairmontHotSprings.com 250.345.6070

time Didja know? We hire fulldule to & part-time. We’ll make a sche accomodate you!

Eileen Madson Primary School Monday, May 8th, 9:30 – 11:00 Please confirm your attendance by calling the school at 250-342-9315

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April 21, 2017

Easter Egg Hunting Easter weekend had young residents of the Valley out in full force looking for Easter eggs.

Canal Flats Easter egg hunt had residents and visitors of all ages participating in the Easter egg hunt event. The participants set off to fill their baskets full of goodies spread out by the Easter Bunny.

Photos by Lizzie Midyette

Rocky Mountain School District No. 6

DraŌ Long Term Facility Plan—NoƟce of Public Hearings KIMBERLEY ZONE April 25, 2017 7:00 p.m.

McKim Middle School Theatre 689 Rotary Drive Kimberley, BC

WINDERMERE ZONE April 26, 2017 7:00 p.m.

David Thompson Secondary School Theatre 1535—14th St. Invermere, BC

GOLDEN ZONE April 27, 2017 7:00 p.m.

Golden Secondary School Drama Room 1500 9th St. South Golden, BC

Background InformaƟon District Long Term Facility Plans are required by the Ministry of Educa�on. They are needed to support Capital Plan requests, and to support the educa�onal plans of a District over a 10 year window. The focus is to u�lize our facili�es efficiently while maximizing educa�onal benet to students. A Dra� plan was prepared by Planning Works Consul�ng (Kelowna) with input from the Board of Educa�on and a Steering Commi�ee. It resulted from a study of community demographics and projected enrolments, the condi�on of current facili�es, the current congura�on of programs, transporta�on systems in the District and more. Informa�on mee�ngs were held in the Fall of 2016 and input to the Dra� was received and considered by the Board. A revised Dra� was made public on April 11, 2017.

The Hearings The Hearings are open to all members of the public. A two minute �me limit is in effect for people who wish to speak at these Hearings. A further two minutes is permi�ed to those wishing to speak a second �me on new informa�on, a�er all members of the public who are present have had an opportunity to speak once.

Please register in advance to be placed on the speaker list by calling Robin Myers, Execu�ve Assistant at 250-342-9243 (4404). Please note, names will not be added to the list a�er 4:30 p.m. the day prior to the hearing. Everyone who wants to speak at the hearing will be given an opportunity, but those who have registered in advance will be allowed to speak prior to the oor being opened to all others in a�endance.

Please note: the purpose of the hearings is for the purpose of the Board listening to the presenta�ons from the public and not for debate or ques�on and answer.

If you are unable to a�end, and wish to submit your comments in wri�en form, you may do so by sending your wri�en submission to the School District. Wri�en submissions should be received by 4:30 p.m. the day prior to the hearing, as follows: By email: robin.myers@sd6.bc.ca

By Standard Mail: P.O. Box 430, Invermere BC V0A 1K0

By Fax: 250-342-6966

Finalizing the DraŌ

The Board encourages your input, and intends to nalize the Long Term Facility Plan at their Regular Mee�ng, 7:00 p.m. May 9, 2017 at Eileen Madson Primary School, Invermere BC.

How can I review the DraŌ Plan?

You can access the plan at the School District Website. Go to www.sd6.bc.ca and click on “Board of EducaƟon” and then “Board News” .

April 21, 2017

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FAITH

Resurrection of Christ!

By Father Gabriel St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Charles Dickens in his novel, ‘Hard Times’, sparks a thought provoking phrase, ‘Every day is a Good Friday and I long for Easter Sunday, which never comes in my life’. Most often we relate to this statement because ‘Good Friday’ reminds us of the suffering and death of Jesus Christ on the Cross.

His excruciating suffering after the painful scourging, untimely mocking and crowning with pricking thorns might have reduced his stamina to endure the journey to Calvary. We know that the coward dies twice a day, whereas the valiant dies only once in life.

Jesus died a hero’s death valiantly enduring his suffering for a greater purpose. The Scripture tells us that by his wounds we are saved and by his blood shed on the cross, we are remitted. Therefore the Resurrection of Christ has a deeper meaning in the life and existence of believers. It’s with optimism that we celebrate ‘the Feast of Resurrection’, which is the focal point of our Christian faith.

Saint Paul wrote in 1Cor 15:14 “If Christ had not been raised from death, then what we preach is useless and what you believe is futile”. Resurrection of Jesus gives us hope and revitalizes our stamina to walk with Christ in all our cares and worries. In a way Christ’s resurrection energizes and helps us to look forward to our own eternal union with God. Therefore Easter has a deeper meaning and in Romans 10:9 Paul tells us that it gives us an op-

portunity to confess our faith in the Son of God who was raised from the dead by the graciousness of God the Father for our redemption.

Resurrection of Christ is a historical fact recorded in human history and in the Holy Scriptures. The Roman Government Officials like Pontius Pilate, soldiers and guards were witnesses to this fact of the Resurrection of Christ, along with the Jewish elders of that time. ‘The resurrected Christ appeared to his beloved disciples and many of his friends during the course of 40 days’, records of the Scriptures prove this claim.

Easter gives us ‘New Life and New Beginning’. We are called to have a change from our old ways to have a new perspective in life, to look forward with optimism for better days ahead and to rely on the power of God to raise us from our misery to joy. In 1 Thessalonians 4:14 Paul wrote, “We believe that Jesus died and rose again to give New Life and Hope to the believers”, because faith in the resurrection of Christ is the focal point of our Christian life and existence. Faith in the resurrection of Christ strengthens the believer at every step of the way, as it had strengthened the faith of Saint Peter who denied Christ at the most challenging time in his life.

Peter was terrified and frightened to acknowledge Christ publicly despite his readiness to acclaim that ‘Jesus was the Christ and Son of God’. In modern times we are also terrified and frightened by the world affairs to profess Christ. But the role model of the 30 Coptic Christian men beheaded by ISIS sometime a few years back sends a profound witnessing message to the world that our faith in Christ is vibrant even now and that cannot be stifled by hostile forces.

Happy Easter! May the Risen Christ broaden our vision each day to befriend our humankind in His Holy name.

Colouring Champs

The Pioneer’s annual Easter Colouring Contest winners have been chosen, after the office windows were decorated with colouring creations. Owen Macintosh age 7 was randomly selected as the winner of the boy’s basket pictured left. Winner of the girl’s basket was Cora Fitzpatrick pictured holding her colouring contest entry alongside her sister.

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, April 23rd 10:30 a.m.

Worship and Life Instruction, “Practical Faith – Reviewing The Proverbs” … Mr. Bo Higby, Representative from Dickey Lake Bible Camp, 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

A BIG THANK YOU… to all my friends and relatives that attended my 90th birthday, gifts and flowers.

It was all wonderful. Especially my precious family for all their hard work and effort in organizing my wonderful party. Thanks to the Legion ladies for the fantastic dinner and service.

I will cherish all those special moments forever.

Love to ALL. Anna Engdahl

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April 21, 2017

YOUR MONEY

Investing in inefficient markets Ever-evolving markets call for a change in investment approach. On a broad scale, this can be the difference between using passive investments such as ETFs which “buy the index”, and active strategies that select individual stocks and bonds, like many mutual funds.

Here we discuss the best times to use each strategy.

Why Markets Are Inefficient According to the efficient market hypothesis, the markets are always efficient because share prices already incorporate all relevant information. In this perfectly efficient scenario, the more risk an investor assumes, the greater their return. Now, most people who have bought stocks can tell you that this is not true.

There are two main factors that contribute to stock market inefficiency: market structure and investor behaviour. The level of inefficiency determines whether a passive or active approach is optimal.

Market frictions such as transaction costs and information ability limit market efficiency. For example, consider small-cap Canadian equities. These stocks have fewer investors, higher risk of permanent loss and less analyst coverage than large caps, making them a difficult space for individual investors and ETFs to access. Remember, ETFs don’t pick and choose the best companies, they buy all the stocks in the index. Mutual funds, however, are better equipped to invest in this space.

In fact, actively managed small and mid-cap mutual funds largely outperformed their benchmarks in 2016.

Another inefficiency is investor behaviour, which is marked by cognitive mistakes and emotional decisionmaking. For example, when the markets bottomed out on March 9, 2009 after the global financial crisis, most large-cap stocks were trading at price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios of just 10 times their earnings.

If markets were truly efficient, they would trade around 16 times earnings in a normal interest rate environment, and higher if interest rates are low. P/E ratios of 10 suggest that the markets were grossly oversold due to investor sentiment.

Market mispricing creates opportunities. This is what allows investors to buy low and sell high. If markets were perfectly efficient, these opportunities would never exist.

when asset classes are cheap and the markets have nowhere to go but up. There’s no need to look any further to make money. When the markets are less efficient, like right now, using active management to root out opportunities is optimal.

Is My Fund Active?

By some estimations, the vast majority of mutual funds in the Canadian marketplace are not very active.

How would the average investor know the difference?

Probably the easiest way to determine if a fund is active or passive is to assess its active share. This is a metric which measures the amount that a fund’s holdings differ from the closest index or combination of indexes that would best represent its strategy. Those with an active share of 80 per cent or higher are considered truly active. Further, any mutual fund that uses a value approach is automatically considered active.

When Markets Are More Efficient There are times, however, when markets are more efficient than usual. Low P/E ratios during the financial crisis are an example of inefficient pricing, but this phenomenon also created an opportunity for the markets to operate in an efficient manner going forward because everything was cheap. Investors simply had to “buy the market” to make money.

In other words, there’s a time for passive investing:

Final Thoughts The bottom line? Investors should consider using active investment strategies to get an edge in less efficient markets, and passive strategies in more efficient markets.

If you have questions about how active or passively managed your portfolio is, or if changes should be made to best handle changing market conditions, speak with your financial advisor.

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