Vol14issue30

July 28, 2017 Vol. 14/Issue 30

Your Weekly Source for News and Events

The Columbia

Valley

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 1 July 28, 2017

P ioneer

FREE

Cell: 250•341•1395 Toll Free: 1•888•258•9911

Serving The Upper Columbia Valley including Spillimacheen, Brisco, Edgewater, Radium, Invermere, Windermere, Fairmont and Canal Flats

ENFORCEMENT

PADDLE BATTLE 3

CROSS FIT

8 VALLEY ZIPLINE

81 racers competed on the washingmachine waters of Toby Creek last weekend in the 2nd Annual Toby Creek Kayak Race. For more photos, see page 14.

10

Photo by Nikki Fredrikson

OWN A completely managed Vacation Home in a Resort Community

All PLAY…No Work Show Home Open Daily. Located on The Springs Golf Course in Radium| www.bighornmeadows.ca

2 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

VALLEY VIEWS

Previous exPerience Microsoft certified systeMs engineer , MBA

Cheers to Lorrie at Lorrie’s Computer Repair for fixing our computer. Great service, highly recommended. february 25th, columbia valley Pioneer’s cheers and Jeers.

Buying a NEW computer? SAVE up to $300 Cell: 250-688-COMP (2667)

Upcoming Events Ser

vin g th eC

Pop-Up Story Time

o l u m bia e Vall

at Edible Acres in Windermere Friday, July 28th, 11 a.m.

y

invermere.bclibrary.ca

www.pdqtinting.com

PDQ Window Tinting Specializing in Solar and Security Window Film Residential & Commercial

Troy Anderson Owner/Operator

Certified installer of Llumar Window Film

Email: pdqtroy@hotmail.com Phone: 403-431-0400

Double the luck This was taken on the evening of Thursday, July 20th, as viewed from the bluffs overlooking James Chabot park at the north end of Lake Windermere. It was one of the most vibrant and clear rainbows we have seen in the Valley for quite some time.

Photo by Joe Lucas

Serving the Columbia Valley since 1995

• ICBC Glass Express • Auto Glass Replacement and Chip Repair • Shower Doors • Sealed Units • Deck and Hand Railings Serving Residential and Commercial Clients

#3, 109 Industrial #2, Invermere B.C. 250-342-3659 • Fax: 250-342-3620

www.invermereglass.ca

Little Car Rally On July 21st, 2017, a group of nine valley residents from Spillimacheen to Canal Flats, with the common thread of owning a little convertible sports car, gathered for the first Top Down Little Car Rally. The group gathered at a couple of meeting spots along the way, and then dropped in to Tilley Memorial Park in Canal Flats before heading on to Kimberley for lunch. A fine time was had by all on a picture perfect sunny day in this beautiful valley. Participants are already talking about doing it again in 2018!

Photo by Blake McLeod

FUN SEEKERS GOLF CAMPS 877-877-3889 www.eagleranchresort.com

• Available every week throughout summer • Tuesday: 9 am – 11:30 am (Full Instruction) • Wednesday: 8 am – 10:30 am (Play on course)

89

$

00 Plus Tax

Contact Shelley at sthomsen@eagleranchresort.com

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 3

VALLEY NEWS

RCMP tackles impaired driving situation in the Valley

By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff At the District of Invermere’s regular council meeting on Tuesday, July 11th, Sergeant Bob Vatamaniuck stood before council and stated, “I will make an announcement here. We are upping our impaired enforcement.”

Sgt. Vatamaniuck said that, “We have a situation in regards to impaired driving.”

While impaired enforcement has always been a priority for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) across the province of British Columbia, July, in particular, will see an increase in enforcement.

“We’re basically going to collaborate with our enforcement partners and really make it a priority and get out there and make sure everybody has a good summer holiday and make sure everybody can enjoy this weather without having to worry about getting run over,” said Sgt. Vatamaniuck.

For the Columbia Valley detachment, this increased focus on impaired driving has been ongoing.

“The detachment itself has made it a priority over the last several months. With increased enforcement comes an increase in numbers. Those increases in numbers suggest an increase in the number of people caught or the number of people confronted about the drinking and driving,” said Sgt. Vatamaniuk, adding that Continued on page 5 . . .

Controversial RV resort proposal is back on in Canal Flats

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff

changes to the latest version of the proposal, which, if approved, will result in the first long-term lease RV park in Canal Flats. Another RV park already exists, but operates as more of a campground for short-term stays.

“The biggest change is that the proposal we have this time is two parts — there is a 12-lot single family residential lot proposal, as well as a 152-site RV resort,” said Mr. Benson, adding the single family lots will be located along the existing Bighorn Estates development, and will consequently reduce the visual impact of the planned RV resort for Bighorn residents.

“The RV sites will all be leased on a long-term Continued on page 8 . . .

Ale Di Lullo

A proposal to build an RV resort in Canal Flats is once again on the table.

Upper Columbia Valley developer Barry Benson had put forward a plan to create an RV resort in the village back in 2015, but withdrew the application for rezoning after a slew of misinformation circulated throughout the Flats and stirred up a flurry of controversy and opposition. The Echo reported on Canal Flats residents against the proposal, tromping out of a summer 2015 council meeting shouting in triumph after the application was pulled.

Mr. Benson is revisiting the idea now, and a public

hearing on his proposed resort is slated for Wednesday, August 2nd at the Canal Flats community hall.

“We withdrew last time because of the large amount of misinformation that was out about the project,” he told the Pioneer. “We still have to go through a process, but we’re hopeful it will pass this time. If it does, this RV development will provide a significant economic benefit to the village.”

Mr. Benson estimated that benefit at $5.5 million — $3 million in initial construction and contractor business, and the rest in secondary construction business (such as building decks or gazebos for RV owners), and spin-off spending at local Canal Flats businesses.

He is taking pains this time round to emphasize

NEW! FOR SUMMER 2017!

H O PE F U L C R E E K B I K E T R A I L S What’s better than a super-flowy, high-alpine 1200-metre mountain bike descent through rolling mountains and forests? We don’t

Open Saturday and Sunday.

Available to September 3.

know either.

Our NEW biking area is inspired by the original Hopeful Trail, which led prospectors to the alpine above Panorama. This lift-served descent begins at the top of the mountain and wraps up at the Panorama Mountain village.

PanoramaResort.com

4 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

RCMP Report

SECURITY • • • •

Est. 2005

Uniformed Guards Mobile Patrol Alarm Response Property Checks

www.valleyhawk.com

250-688-HAWK

Submitted by Sgt. Bob Vatamaniuck Columbia Valley RCMP Licensed & Insured Invermere & Surrounding Areas

RFE ALARMS LTD. • • • • •

Alarm Systems Surveillance Systems Home Theatre Systems Sound Systems Internet & Cell Phone Boosters

rfealarms@shaw.ca

Open

Sunday to Thursday 11:30 am – 9 pm Friday and Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm

Local company, local service.

250-342-6549

FAMILY PACK

49

$

3 Large 12” Pizza’s* & 2 Litre Pepsi

99

+GST

1x Ham & Pineapple 1x Pepperoni, 1x Cheese * Some substitutions available, call for details

460 Sarah Road, Invermere • 250-688-3344

pizzeriamercato.com

EN Y! P O AIL D

OPEN: Sunday - Thursday 12 pm - 9 pm Friday & Saturday 12 pm - 10 pm Hwy 93/95 & Blackforest Trail at the Invermere Crossroads

chillouticecream.ca

Columbia Valley RCMP responded to approximately 95 calls for service over the past week. Here are just a few of them: • On Tuesday, July 18th, Columbia Valley RCMP were dispatched to the Fairmont area for an older male that was found floating face down in the river. RCMP responded to the area with a number of other emergency service personnel and upon arrival noted a fully clothed male that had obviously succumbed to the water flowing through the Columbia River. He was removed from the water by some brave men and women from the Windermere Fire and Rescue team. RCMP are continuing to work with the Coroner’s service surrounding the death of the 82-year old Alberta resident but the matter is not deemed to be suspicious at this time.

• During the late afternoon hours of Tuesday, July 18th, Columbia Valley RCMP received a call citing that there were several lost hikers near the Sinclair Creek, Radium Hot Springs. The complainant reported that two children and seven adults including himself had gone hiking up the Sinclair Canyon and had been hiking for 2.5 hours. He reported that they were attempting to find their way down the hill however kept going in circles. The complainant went on to report that no one was injured and they were all healthy but just could not find their way down even though they could see the town from their location. RCMP asked that they quit walking and stay in their current location so the able-bodied Search and Rescue crew could be engaged. However, minutes later, the complainant called police back to report that they had continued walking and had found the proper trail for descent. Police checked in with the family later and learned that everyone had made it down safely and they were back at their hotel with a story to tell at the next family reunion.

• On Thursday, July 20th, Columbia Valley RCMP received an anonymous tip that the historical plaque 1 km north of Canal Flats on the west side of the highway overlooking the marsh was stolen. RCMP attended and

examined at the scene; sure enough, the post that harboured the sign appeared to be cut with a chainsaw. If anyone has any information regarding this Mischief and Theft, they are asked to call the detachment or call Crimestoppers.

• During the afternoon hours of Friday, July 21st, Columbia Valley RCMP received a report of a residential alarm activated in Fairmont near the water. Another resident was boating nearby and noticed something amiss at his neighbour’s home. As he went to check out the abnormality he could hear an alarm going off inside the house. RCMP attended to hear the alarm but could not find any damage to windows and everything seemed very secure. Eventually RCMP were able to speak with a property representative who advised that the sound was not an alarm in the house but instead a sharp sound to drive away squirrels preventing them from nesting in or on the home.

• On Saturday, July 22nd, at about 3:30 p.m., RCMP received a complaint that a truck, boat, and trailer were being blocked by two vehicles at the marina in Invermere. The complainant reported that a Dodge Durango and a blue Ford Explorer were blocking him. RCMP contacted the complainant and advised him that this was not a police issue and that his option is to speak to employees at the Marina and arrange a tow if it was warranted. The complainant was not happy with this police response; however, it is not a RCMP responsibility to ensure people are appropriately parked while at the marina. Eventually the parking matter was straightened out and everyone was able to enjoy the rest of their day.

• During the early afternoon hours of Monday, July 24th, Columbia Valley RCMP received a report of two intoxicated males at Kpokl Beach near Invermere. RCMP responded and once on scene located one of the males passed out next to the water; his personal articles floating in the water next to him. Once he was woken up by members it was quickly determined that he was extremely intoxicated. Needless to say, he was given a drier, safer place to get some rest.

ELEMENTS – NOT A SECRET ANYMORE Restaurant, Lounge & Patio

Monday – Sunday Breakfast, 7 am – 11:30 am Lunch, 11:30 am – 4:30 pm Dinner, 4:30 pm – 10 pm Late Night Menu, 10 pm – 11 pm Bar open until 12 am

• Live music on weekends • In-house made desserts • Fresh sangria’s & cocktail specials

• Variety of great tasting meals • In our opinion – the BEST patio and mountain view • Our kitchen is your kitchen

Located at Copper Point Resor t, 760 Cooper Road 250-341-4002 • www.copperpointresor t.com

20%

locals discount on regular menu items

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 5

Landline phone rescues Radium guest

By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff Over the July long weekend, the Village of Radium Hot Springs experienced issues with cell service for those on TELUS networks. According to Councillor Tyler McCauley, he began experiencing problems with his phone on Tuesday, June 27th.

“It was just TELUS cellphones. It progressed from being unable to make a call, or making a call and the call cutting out or bad voice quality. As it progressed through the week to not being able to make a call at all, and there’s no data at all no data whatsoever on the phone,” said Mr. McCauley.

According to Mr. McCauley, a motel owner in Radium Hot Springs, service has been a problem before and wondered if the thunderstorm on Monday, June 26th had affected the cell towers. Despite the initial issues with cell reception the problem wasn’t corrected until Sunday. (Mr. McCauley called TELUS every day until the company acknowledged a problem on Friday.)

“My guests were flaming mad at the motel because they came in and no one with a TELUS phone could use a phone. It was basically a paper weight,” said Mr. McCauley.

With his cellphone not working, Mr. McCauley said ‘RCMP’ from 3 . . . translates into a need for higher vigilance.

Though Sgt. Vatamaniuck couldn’t confirm how many calls the detachment responded to in regards to impaired driving, he did confirm the detachment responded to a total of 110 calls for service in the month of June. Some of those calls were citizens reporting impaired drivers on the road.

“There has been some proactive measures with regards to check stops, with regards to routine patrolling, but there’s also people calling in to say there’s an individual weaving in and out of traffic or between the lines,” said Sgt. Vatamaniuck.

Sgt. Vatamaniuck said they’re going to step up enforcement. Through education, the detachment hopes to get the public to realize you can walk any-

his worry was if he had a problem and had to call 911 his phone wouldn’t work. Luckily he was near a landline when a medical emergency required him to call for help.

“I had to call an ambulance. I have a landline here that I did use but my cell phone did not work. If there was other people who had problems in the area and they had a TELUS phone, 911 wouldn’t have worked for them,” said Mr. McCauley.

When the Pioneer approached Telus for comment on the issue, Liz Sauve, senior communications manager at TELUS said since July 2nd service has been running smoothly.

“Our wireless engineering team looked into this and we did experience a disruption to wireless services in Radium Hot Springs on July 1st, starting around noon.

Our technicians attempted to restore service immediately, however one of the parts required to fully restore service needed to be flown in from another location in B.C. That was emergency air-shipped to Cranbrook and arrived the next day, July 2nd, around 1 p.m. Crews picked up the part right away and service was restored by 3 p.m. on July 2nd,” said Ms. Sauve.

Mr. McCauley brought the issue forward to council at their regular meeting on Wednesday, July 19th where council advised staff to write a letter to TELUS in response to the service issues. where in Invermere during the summer without risking the public’s safety.

“Because drinking and driving affect not only the people that are committing the offence but it also affects the people that are a victim of the crime,” said Sgt. Vatamaniuck.

In B.C., individuals who blow a fail on a roadside screening device can lose their license and vehicle for 90 days.

“Just reflect on how often you use your car. Will you need your car two months, three months from now, and even more so, what kind of effect will you have on if you hit somebody? Or if you hit a child in a crosswalk or a kid on a bike. You know, is it worth it? Just have some reflection in that regard,” said Sgt. Vatamaniuck.

mbiente Ahome design elements

Closing out Sale Storewide Discount 70% OFF Store hours Tuesday to Saturday, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm

926 7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. 250-342-4406

Doug Clovechok MLA While our Kimberley and Revelstoke offices are under renovation you can reach us at

doug.clovechok.mla@leg.bc.ca

ADVENTURE RADIUM SUMMER PROGRAM

Tues, Weds, Thurs

Age 5-7/8 • 9:30am to Noon Age 8-11 • 1pm to 3:30pm Drop in $5/Child Meet at Radium Hot Springs Legends Field ball park.

Registration forms are also available online at RadiumHotSprings.ca or call 240-347-6455

Just a reminder… The classified deadline is 12 noon Friday. the ADVENTURE begins in

Junior Golf Camps Radium Course Junior Camps – $89 per camp

Camp 2 - August 1st & 2nd Camp 3 - August 8th & 9th Designed for Beginner and Intermediate Juniors ages 6 – 12 Taught on site at the Springs Course on Tuesday’s from 9 am – 12 pm and at the Radium Course on Wednesday’s from 8 am – 11 am

For tee times call 250-347-6266

Ask us about our complimentary group shuttle

radiumgolf.ca

Come for the Food, Stay for the View For tee times call 250-347-6200

6 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

PERSPECTIVE Historical Lens

Volunteers praised for their spirit and service

By Lorene Keitch Pioneer Staff

A stroll through the streets of Invermere last Saturday proved one mighty thing: this is a great place to live, in large part because of the people who make it great.

Sure, we have stunning views every which way, lakefront access in multiple locations, trails to hike or bike, four-season activities on water, the slopes and in town.

But what makes Invermere, and the Columbia Valley, such a wonderful place to live is the men and women who step up to volunteer.

Valley Appreciation Days was held last Saturday in downtown Invermere. And everywhere I looked, I saw volunteers working hard to ensure locals and visitors alike had a day to remember. Dozens upon dozens of volunteers gathered to set up and take down for the event, man the various booths, cook thousands of stacks of pancakes and links of sausage, keep the streets organized and the event running smoothly. Heading it all was the new events coordinator Cortney Pitts who pulled off a very successful, safe and fun day for the whole family.

If you look through the pages of this week’s Pioneer, you’ll see the hands of volunteers laced throughout. Take the ‘Name that seat’ story (page 12), where a group of friends opted to pool their money and raise funds for the Columbia Valley Centre’s retractable seats. Now they’re giving a shout-out to other community and social groups to help raise the rest of the money needed for the seats.

On page 15, you’ll find a whole page about the donors for the new centre, who were honoured for their contributions with a special preview opening night. One little boy, Austin Weatherhead, donated money from his birthday party to the new facility. At only 4 years old, he already has the generous volunteer spirit so cherished and valued in the Columbia Valley.

Bullriding in the Rockies would not happen without the dedicated team of Rockies fans who work for days and weeks beforehand to ensure those cowboys and fans have a great time together.

So hats off to our volunteers; thanks for making this community the great place it is.

Hotel Hospitality A rickety fence surrounds the newly built Invermere hotel in this circa 1910-1912 photo. If you have more information about this photo, please contact the Pioneer.

Photo A24 courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Death by a thousand cuts Dear Editor: Death by a thousand cuts!

Driving 10 hours from a city to ride for a couple of hours tearing up grassland or alpine and then driving another ten hours back to tinsel town does not count towards “saving the planet”. Contrary to what advertisers would have us believe, riding bicycles has nothing to do with saving the environment, unless they are directly being used to replace the use of a car.

Recreational mountain biking is about getting exercise and thrills. Unfortunately it is also about poaching trails, and cutting single tracks wherever one feels like it. See Dry Gulch, Nipika, Mt. Swansea,

Steamboat Mountain, Toby Benches, Toby Canyon, etc. It is about selling experience, room nights, meals, bikes and accessories. It is about the big “Monopoly” game where dice is being rolled by players using free public land without regard for other values. As a result of the commodification of experience and the wilderness as sports arena approach to recreation, the “conservation message” has regrettably been ridden under.

Unbelievably it was argued (by a trail enthusiast) in the July 7th edition of the Pioneer that building more trails in the alpine would somehow magically reduce impacts; this is switch and bait logic.

Continued on page 7 . . .

The Columbia Valley

CANADIAN COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER AWARD 2013

Pioneer

is independently owned and operated, published weekly by Robert W. Doull, President, Misko Publishing Limited Partnership.

Box 868, #8, 1008 - 8th Ave., Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-341-6299 • Fax: 1-855-377-0312 info@columbiavalleypioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

Dean Midyette Publisher/ Sales Manager

Lorene Keitch Editor

Steve Hubrecht Magazine Editor/ Reporter

Nikki Fredrikson Reporter

Amanda Nason Advertising Sales

Emily Rawbon Graphic Design/ Associate Publisher

Amanda Murray

Office Administrator/ Classified Sales

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 7

LETTERS

ON LAKE WINDERMERE

ATHA LMER RD

HW AY TEN 95) KO O ( H W Y

Saturday, July 29th, 2-6PM Taynton Bay Estates

Y

VODKA TASTING FROM THE NEW TAYNTON BAY SPIRITS

● ●

VE HA

●

AUTO BUSINESS HOMEOWNERS

Located in the Credit Union building 101A – 1028 7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

Chelsea Flowitt

Cindy MacKay

Crystal Champagne– Smutko

LAKE WINDERMERE

VE HA

Visit us by following 12th Ave. to Kpokl Road 403-462-3890 | 778-526-5015 TayntonBayEstates.com

13TH ST

12T

13TH AVE

OPEN VIEWING OF LAKESIDE LOTS APPETIZERS & OTHER REFRESHMENTS

7T

10TH AVE

Not Mr. Chisholm

INVERMERE’S BEST KEPT SECRET

● ● ●

RV/ATV TRAVEL FARMS

Open Monday-Friday 9 am -12:30 p.m.

1 pm - 5 pm Saturday, 9 am -2 pm

250-342-2175 www.kootenayinsurance.ca

Dear Editor: I doubt very much if “Mr. Chisholm” (A.M. Chisholm, brother-in-law of James and Edgar Stoddart) is driving the car pictured (in last week’s Historical Lens photo, above) – as in 1910 he and his wife had not yet moved to the Valley where he later was magistrate, Justice of the Peace, etc. in Windermere. He was my father’s uncle by marriage.

In appreciation of our longstanding customers and the community we are excited to offer the following sales during our 2 week celebration!

Bernice (Stoddart) Hathaway Parksville, B.C. . . . ‘Death’ from previous page To advocate that drawing more tourists to the area by opening up alpine terrain to “millions” of bikers is somehow going to prevent the devastation that is already taking place is plainly environmental bicycle bamboozling.

It is time to talk sensibly about the current and potential impacts of this type of recreation, and about setting limits. Off road biking can take place on ski hills, for instance, where infrastructure to support this activity is already in place. Sacrifice terrain can be built into city planning.

The free-for-all mountain bike ‘death by a thousand cuts’ of valley

SELKIRK CELLULARS & OFFICE SUPPLIES NEW LOCATION & 3rd ANNIVERSARY

bottom grasslands and high country alpine is the offspring of valley sprawl and urban demands. I can understand that people want to play in pristine places, however introducing more high impact activities into fragile natural ecosystems is not a sustainable approach. Designating controlled areas for aggressive and competitive mountain biking or keeping recreational biking to pre-existing roads and urban trails can make it possible for wildland habitat to remain selfsustaining rather than be a thing of the past.

Peter Christensen, Radium Hot Springs

For our TELUS mobility customers, a one-time offer of up to $100 off any Premium smartphone on a 2-year TELUS Your Choice Plan! (conditions apply) Please note this offer is exclusive to Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies new location only, and cannot be used at any other TELUS location.

For our office supply customers, 10% off all office supplies! Both in store and on our website!

www.selkirkcells.com

Please follow us on Facebook for further updates!

You can find us at:

Suite 1, 519 - 13th Street, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 • Ph: 250-342-0025 • Fax: 250-342-0024

8 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

Valley resident goes from out-ofshape to CrossFit competition

Bruno’s Plumbing Service Mike Sylvestre 250.342.5105 brunosplumbing@shaw.ca

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff

Serving The Columbia Valley

A valley resident’s desire, several years ago, to get a bit more fit has paid off in spades and he’s gearing up for the CanWest Games, the premier CrossFit event in western Canada, this weekend.

Kris Newman, who will be competing in the 55+ year old category at the games, told the Pioneer that he took up CrossFit more than five years ago, heading to classes at Endeavor Fitness with the simple aim of getting into shape.

“It wasn’t a midlife crisis or anything like that. I just wasn’t satisfied with my condition,” he said. “I wanted it to be better.”

The more time Mr. Newman spent in the CrossFit gym, the more he liked the results he saw. Eventually he got to the stage at which he began entering some smallerscale competitions.

“I started doing it and just kept with it,” he said. “I like the constantly varied exercises. It is based on high intensity, but they scale it for all ability levels, so anybody can do it.”

Although Mr. Newman has competed before, the CanWest Games will be by far his biggest challenge.

“It’s definitely the highlight so far for me,” he said.

“There will be competitors there from all over Canada as well as Washington (State), Oregon and California.”

Despite this being his first attempt at the CanWest Games, Mr. Newman is setting his sights high.

“I’d like to be in the top five, if I can do that, for my age category,” he said.

Mr. Newman added credit for his rapid progress from unfit middle-aged man to potential CrossFit cham-

FRANK’S RINK UPDATE!

We will be holding a community information session on Sunday, July 30th, 7 pm at the Community Hall. Come out to hear and see the Building Committee plans.

Water Conservation Plan: Fairmont Hot Springs Water System Users To reduce water use across the system during the summer months, Fairmont Hot Springs Utilities has adopted the Regional District of East Kootenay’s Water Conservation Plan.

2017 WATERING TIMES — EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY Manual Sprinklers

Automatic Sprinklers

Morning: 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Morning: 3 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Evening: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Evening: No watering

• EVEN numbered houses may water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.

• ODD numbered houses may water on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

• “No Watering Fridays” are in effect to allow time for reservoirs to replenish and to conserve water.

HEAVY LIFTER- Kris Newman is on his way to the premier CrossFit event in western Canada this weekend.

Photo by Dean Midyette pion is due to his coach, Jolaine Undershute, as well as his family, friends and fellow Invermere CrossFit participants.

“I get a lot of support from them,” he said.

This year’s CanWest Games are being held in Coquitlam from Friday, July 28th to Sunday, July 30th.

Another big change, according to Mr. Benson, is that the developers are looking to find a local basis, with a minimum one-year term. So this will property owner to help with boat storage. not be a campsite. No nightly rentals, tenting, and “We’re really excited, and we see this proposal transient campers will not be permitted. Wood as a great opportunity for the community,” he said. burning fires will not be permitted,” he said, adding To 403-452-7076 learn more about the proposal visit http:// the new proposal also envisions additional buffer bighornestates.ca/rv-resort.html. i n f o @ s h i f t a i r . c a w w w . s h i f t a i r . c a space between the resort and existing Canal Flats The public hearing is Wednesday, August 2nd at homes, and that the developer will pay for all water, the Canal Flats community hall, 6:30 p.m. w w w . s h i 403-452-7076 sewer and electrical services for the resort. FURNACE & AIR CONDITIONING i n f o @ s h i f t a i r . c a 403-452-7076 COMBO w w w . s h i f t a i r . c a w w w . s h i f t a i r . c a ‘Controversial’ from 3 . . .

This water conservation plan will be in effect until further notice. For more information, contact Corix Customer Care at 1.866.457.7273 or visit www.corix.com/fairmont.

Thank you for your co-operation.

i n f o @ s h i f t a i r . c a w w w . s h i f t a i r . c a

A/C

403-452-7076 A/C i n f o @ A/C s h i f t a i r . c a

/Coti& Am& on AIR HEAT PUMP CONDITIONING FURNACE AIR CONDITIONING

A/C

A/C

~ COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL ~

A/C RESIDENTIAL COMBO PROMOTION COMMERCIALCOMBO w w w . s h i f t a

Commercial Refrigeration • HVAC • Exhaust Fans A/C Ice Machines • Walk-in Coolers & Beer Coolers Walk-in Freezers

A/C www.shiftairbc.com

778-526-5265

PROMOTION

i n f o @ s h i f t a i r. c a

w w w . s h iPurchase f t a ai complete r . c a home Air Conditioning Package, get up to

$600 A/C

off installed price PROMOTION

Purchase an Air Conditioning System, get FREE 10 year labor,

parts and compressor warranty

Purchase a complete home Air Conditioning

Am/Cotion

Pro

Pro

PROMOTION

PROMOTION

A/C

f t a i r .

Purchase an Air Conditioning System with a Honeywell 2.0 HD Prestige Thermostat kit with Internet Gateway, get $300 off the installation price & a FREE winter cover!

LICENSED ~ BONDED AND INSURED

i r .Purchase c a

a

home Air Co Purchase a complete GARAGE HEATER Mitsubishi Ductless Split & Package 14 home Air Conditioning Purchase a YORK Home PROMOTION Package 14 SEERHeat or Pump A/C Units Comfort System & receive up Am/Cotion higher, ge higher, get up to FREE Heater 10 Purchasetoa$1000 Reznoroff, Garage Pro year parts & labour,

$500 $600

& Receive $100 off price as well winter cover and FREE as a 3 year labour warranty Honeywell thermostat off upgrade.

* Estimate required on site for complete price.

Installed Price installation

Off

$60

A/C

PROMOTION

off insta Purchase a complete GARAGE HEATER PROMOTION

10 Year Labour home Air Conditioning 10 Year Parts & Compressor Purchase a YORK Home Package 14 SEER or Warranty & WinterComfort System & receive Parts & Com up * Offer valid until June 30 , 2016 higher, get up to & Cover Warranty FREE Heater 10 Purchasetoa$1000 Reznoroff, Garage th

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 9

A new era at the Pioneer

By Lorene Keitch Pioneer staff It’s a new era for the Columbia Valley Pioneer. With the closing of the Invermere Valley Echo, Publisher Dean Midyette confirms while some details will change, the Pioneer will remain the newspaper that locals and visitors alike love to read.

“The Pioneer will remain the Pioneer. It will remain free. It will still have Cheers & Jeers. It will still have the RCMP report,” Mr. Midyette assured readers. “We have an exceptional editorial staff that will continue to uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity on behalf of the community.”

One of the most significant changes to the newspaper will be the publication date moving from Fridays to Thursdays starting this August. As a result of the publication date change, the advertising booking deadline will move to Fridays at noon. Mr. Midyette explains the move will better serve the needs of the residents and the local business community.

In addition, The Pioneer will soon be launching a new, modern website with more flexibility in terms of

posting. The website will be updated throughout the week, keeping Valley residents up to date with breaking news stories.

“Even though the Echo has closed, we have enough content for two newspapers. The challenge it to have the community fully informed. As a result, there will be more content posted online,” said Mr. Midyette, “with some content appearing online exclusively.”

You will also find more activity on the Pioneer’s Facebook, Instagram and Twitter feeds.

The last notable change will be the size of the Pioneer newspaper, growing in height by 2.5 inches this fall.

“This change standardizes press production and cuts costs,” explained Mr. Midyette.

Some elements from the Invermere Valley Echo will be shifting to the Pioneer. However, the crossword / sudoko/ horoscope page will not be transferred over.

Finally, editorial staff have been assigned new roles, with Lorene Keitch becoming the editor of the Pioneer and Steve Hubrecht being promoted to magazines editor. Nikki Fredrikson remains the staff reporter and will spearhead a digital strategy for the Pioneer moving forward.

GOLF TRAIL

1988

25

2013

INDERMERE WV ALLEY

Golf Course Mondays Draught Beer special

Golf Special

$12.95

Monday\Tuesday\Wednesday 18 holes after 2 pm reg. $33

NOW $18

Monday\Tuesday\Wednesday 18 holes 12 noon -2 pm reg. $35

NOW $25

Sundays after 2 pm 18 holes and a burger

$34

Tuesdays wine specials. Buy one glass, get the next one half off Fridays

HALIBUT AND CHIPS Saturday

$10 WINGS Kids play free everyday after 2 pm (restrictions apply) Shot Shapers junior golf camps weekly (call the golf shop for details)

These offers cannot be combined with any other promotions or discounts.

DEVELOPMENTS and OPPORTUNITIES

Tee Times: 250-342-3004 Windermerevalleygolfcourse.com

HOME HEALTH CARE Presents

MOBILITY DAY Thursday, August 3rd, 9 am to 5 pm

We want YOU to be MOBILE!

Elk Park Ranch is a mountain development like no other; one which borders Kootenay National Park where future development is limited. Whether looking for a property in the Elk Park Community, or on one of our Ranch properties, you will appreciate your ability to get back to nature, find your calm, and just reconnect in a relatively undisturbed mountain environment. You can find all of this just 2.5 km north of the Radium Hot Springs 4-way stop.

The home healthcare store has a wide variety of mobility aids such as canes, walkers, wheelchairs and scooters!

At Elk Park Ranch, we’ve taken the time and set strict architectural guidelines to ensure that the natural setting you want is preserved. This helps to keep the initial calm feeling you fell in love with consistent.

Homestead Phase 2: 0.75 – 1.5 acres $199,900 – $299,900

Phase 3: 1/5 – 1/3 acre lots $88,900 – $138,900

Located on the communities southern most point with breathtaking views and backing onto walking trails connected to the Radium Town Centre

Quiet enclaves with space between you and your neighbours so you can enjoy the mountain vistas and alpine forests.

Scott Sauermann

scott.sauermann@century21.ca

www.C21rockiesrealty.com

Cell: 250-342-5889 Toll-free: 1-877-347-6838

We also carry accessories like scooter flags, rearview mirrors, phone holders, backpacks and armrest bags for our mobility aids!

15% off

all canes, walkers, scooters and accessories for this one day only!

Located in the basement of the pharmasave Located in the basement of the Invermere Pharmasave

10 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

natural health

by Trent Brereton, ND

Diet, Detox and Pain

Over the last few weeks I’ve written several articles on pain and how using fish oils, enzymes, herbs and exercise can be helpful treatments in reducing chronic pain. As with any health issue, including pain, the first place to look for trouble is right on the plate in front of you. If you load your plate with garbage (fast food, deep fried foods, packaged and refined foods) and don’t eat lots of vegetables, fruits and plant based food in general, odds are at some point, sooner rather than later, you will have to pay the piper. Over 20 years of practice I have seen all manner of conditions, including chronic pain, improve just by cleaning up the diet. The trick is that there is no one food that causes pain in all people just as there is no ideal diet for all people (aside from generally emphasizing plan-based foods). Common foods that can cause and aggravate pain include wheat, dairy, corn, egg, soy, nightshades, sugar, citrus, peanuts and shellfish.

It is a simple process to test for individual food sensitivities. Once potentially problematic foods have been identified the next

step is to eliminate those foods for at least 10 days. In some cases the adverse effects of food intolerances don’t go away for 6 - 8 weeks which makes the elimination portion of the diet change more challenging. In most cases though, a week or two is enough time to see some change. One of the best ways to test whether or not your diet is affecting your pain (or health in general) is to do a 10-day detoxifi cation cleanse. In my practice I use the Clear Change cleanse because of its easy to follow meal plan and effective detoxification cleanse. Over the course of the cleanse the diet is restricted only to foods that have a very low risk of causing trouble. In addition, the cleanse provides a powdered medical food and capsules that stimulate liver, kidney and lymphatic detoxification. It’s the 10day equivalent of wringing out a sponge or a spring cleaning at the end of which most people feel re-energized, clear-headed and renewed. If diet and metabolic toxin overload are contributing to chronic pain, the cleanse will also help to reduce your suffering.

We Direct Bill Extended Insurance

Kootenay Health Center

Trent Brereton N.D.

Naturopathic Doctor #21 - 13th Ave. S., Cranbrook Phone: 250-426-5228 www.kootenayhealthcentre.ca Email: trentbrereton@me.com

Pioneer Classified Advertising 250-341-6299

July 28, 2017

A high-flying adventure

By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff Zipping above Dry Gultch , all I could think is ‘gosh, I hope I see the moose who was traveling through the wildlife corridor below Valley Zipline Adventures’.

When I arrived at the newest eco-tourism attraction in the Columbia Valley, the tour guides were all buzzing about the moose who had walked through the property when they were arriving to work.

Throughout my tour, our guides explained the terrain, vegetation, and we even stopped on our walk back up to the staging area to look at a snake. The environment of Valley Zipline Adventures is the perfect combination of an adrenaline packed trip and education focused experience. The zipline course is set up as a doit-yourself experience where you are taught how to clip yourself onto each platform and zipline.

At first, the concept of clipping myself to each line freaked me right out; I even called my dad prior expressing a little concern for this adventure I was about to undertake. But with three guides in our tour group, there was always someone checking to make sure my clip was done up properly before I went out on the line.

Before you even go out on the first zipline you complete the training zone, an area made up of multiple platforms and small ziplines. After completing the training zone, I felt 100 per cent confident clipping and unclipping and moving across the platforms with no problem at all.

As someone who has a fear of heights, I found it reassuring to be in control of my own harness, knowing I was clipped in before taking off rather than relying on someone else to clip me in. One thing I loved about this zipline course is that the guides start you off sitting on the platform and then you scootch off, building up to launching off the platforms.

As you meander throughout the course, you focus on making sure you’re clipping and moving at the right times. It takes away from the waiting time where your nerves could take over. What made my experience at Valley Zipline Adventures so great was that I could tell the guides were having fun and loved being out on the course.

ZIP TRIP- Valley Zipline Adventures’ guides like to have fun while ensuring guests have a safe and exciting experience.

Photo by Nikki Fredrikson The guides would get participants excited to go on each line constantly saying, ‘oh you guys are going to love the speed on this one’, or ‘just wait till you see the view on the next line’. At the seventh line, we had the chance to race as the last zipline is the longest at 722 feet and positions you and your buddy side by side.

While I wanted to race one of my guides I was paired up with the other woman in my group as we were closer matched up in height. Being a social media enthusiast, I decided to do a live video of our race (check out the video on the Pioneer Facebook page) and I ended up losing the race. In my defence the woman I raced was a mom of two teenaged boys and was pretty competitive; she was going into the race determined to win and launched herself off the platform.

Overall, Valley Zipline Adventures was the perfect balance of adrenaline pumping family fun. Something unique to the company is they offer staff and student team building opportunities, allowing you to soar through the trees together. The company runs tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and even can accommodate walk in tours. If you have a couple free hours in your day I’d highly recommend checking them out.

CVCC Business Excellence Award Winner for 2016

DANIEL ZURGILGEN 250-342-1612

SCOTT WALLACE 250-342-5309

BERNIE RAVEN 250-342-7415

GLENN POMEROY 250-270-0666

GEOFF HILL 250-341-7600

CHRIS RAVEN 250-409-9323

BRYAN HOOKENSON 250-409-6266

DORAN CAIN 250-342-1629

STEVE HENDERSON 250-341-5128

1214 -7th Avenue, Invermere • Ph: 250-341-6044 • maxwellrealtyinvermere.ca

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer 11 Page•11

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY

MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS

Bull Busting

Debris Mitigation

PAGE 30

Piano Man

PAGE 18

The 19th annual Bull Riding in the Rockies had riders from all across the globe competing for top prize. For more photos, see page 20.

Photo by Nikki Fredrikson

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

Artist pARTy Soiree August 1st from 7 to 9 pm Music – Artists – Cash Bar

Café Allium - C’mon down to get your ‘food’ fix at Kinsmen Beach Pynelogs Gallery Open 11 to 5 daily · 250.342.4423 · Kinsmen Beach Invermere · Cafe Allium Open at Pynelogs Tues. to Sat. from 11:30 to 8 pm & Sun. 11 to 4 pm · 250.342.0316

12 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

nua l n A 30 th

Thank you!

Thank you to all of the service clubs, sponsors, non-profit booths, Farmers and Artists market, businesses and volunteers who made the 30th Valley Appreciation Day a success!

“I am very proud to be working with such an amazing community as the Columbia Valley!”

Cortney Pitts – Event Coordinator • Invermere Home Hardware • Invermere Farmers and Artists Market • Kicking Horse Coffee • Invermere Bakery • Joe’s No Frills • Sobeys • Columbia Basin Trust • Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce • District of Invermere

• Royal Canadian Legion Branch 71 • Kinsmen Club of the Windermere Valley • Rotary Club of Invermere • Windermere and District Lions Club • Dave McGrath • Scott Ivres • Doug Clovechok

July 28, 2017

Collecting cash for comfy Columbia Valley Centre chairs

By Lorene Keitch Pioneer Staff The new Columbia Valley Centre still needs funding for approximately 95 retractable seats.

At a cost of $1,000 per seat, they are not an item on everyone’s affordable donation list. But a local group of women have decided to stand up for chair fundraising. Calling themselves ‘The Sisterhood of Mountain Women’, the group of 10 gathered together to raise the $1,000.

“Now we want to challenge other groups,” explained Tracy Litchfield, one of the women who regularly golf, kayak and hike together.

The friends decided the chairs would be a good focus as there are still so many seats that need to be sponsored and, while individually $1,000 may be hard to come up with, as a group it should not be a huge challenge.

“There are lots of groups in town, maybe we can encourage them to buy a few more,” said Ms. Litchfield.

She suggests some of the many golfing groups could pool some funds and sponsor a chair, which includes a name on a plaque and a tax receipt. Other groups may be hikers, book clubs, church groups, sports teams and

Moonlight Movie FREE

Tracy Litchfield wants other community groups to take on the challenge of raising $1,000 for a retractable seat at the new Columbia Valley Centre.

Photo by Lorene Keitch more. Ms. Litchfield says if you would like to respond to the Sisterhood of Mountain Women’s challenge, feel free to email her at tlitchfield@shaw.ca.

To donate for a retractable chair, visit www.columbiavalleycentre.ca.

2017/18 WEDDINGS MAGAZINE - INSERTION ORDER

Weddings COLUMBIA VALLEY

2017/2018

Columbia Valley Weddings is a high-quality glossy magazine full of local content aimed at anyone planning a wedding in our lovely area.

The circulation of this annual magazine is 10,000 copies, available at resorts, businesses and retail outlets throughout the region.

se oors at Mountainside Golf Cour

Outd

Sunday, August 6 at 9:45pm

Contact Amanda Nason, Advertising Sales 250-341-6299 ext. 108 amanda.nason@columbiavalleypioneer.com

Snacks available for purchase, plus free popcorn & cotton candy!

or Dean Midyette, Publisher/Sales Manager 250-341-6299 ext. 107 dean@columbiavalleypioneer.com

Available Ad Sizes:

FULL PAGE 8.5 x 11” + 1/8” Bleed $1,500

ImmerseYourself

FairmontHotSprings.com Or call: 250.345.6070

Come early to secure a spot

1/2 PAGE TALL 3.55 x 9.63” $750

1/2 PAGE WIDE 7.25 x 4.75” $750

1/4 PAGE 3.55 x 4.75” $400

DIRECTORY 3.55 x 2” $150

All dimensions are in Inches. Please include bleeds with full-page advertising.

If you are providing your own artwork, please honour the dimensions above.

ADVERTISING DEADLINE: August 25th, 2017

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 13

MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS

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.

the Community Hall. Come out to hear and see the Building Committee plans.

Monday, July 31st • 7 p.m.: a Recreational Access Management Plan (RAMP) meeting is being held at the Village of Radium Hot Springs council chambers.

• 7 p.m.: Bingo at the Canal Flats Civic Centre, 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

• Dusk: Movies in the Mountains at Pothole Park in downtown Invermere featuring ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’. Cash concession.

Buying or selling?

Friday, July 28th • Crisanna’s Neighbourhood Valley Block Parties, a one hour event Tuesdays starting at 10:30 a.m. and Fridays at 7 p.m. for visitors, locals and their guests at Aksiqnuk Lakeshore Campground, Hwy 93/95 between Windermere and Fairmont. Prizes, coupons, music, entertaining info, local volunteer groups, free Fry Bread, coffee, tea. Cash sales of local homemade foods and handmade crafts. Visit fb ‘Valley Block Parties’.

• 11 a.m.: Invermere Library Pop-Up Story Time at Edible Acres in Windermere. Drop by for stories and songs!

• 4 - 8 p.m.: Art Walk Invermere, visit six participating Art Galleries throughout Invermere every Friday from now to Sept. 8th. Visit www.artwalkinvermere.com.

• 4 - 9 p.m.: Music and Market on Main at Radium Visitor Information Centre every Friday in July and August. Market from 4 - 9 p.m., Music from 7 - 9 p.m. tonight with Dawson Rutledge. Visit radiumhotsprings. com for a full listing of performers and sponsors.

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

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

• 7 - 10 p.m.: Local Live Music at Elements at Copper Point Resort features Eli & Marty on Friday and John Cronin on Saturday July 29th.

Saturday, July 29th • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Farmers and Artists Market in downtown Invermere, every Saturday in the summer.

• 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.: Piano personality Arne Sahlen: 100 Years of Movie Music - two shows at Christ Church Trinity in Invermere. By donation. From Snow White to Star Wars and more! Stuffies, colouring for busy kids. arnesahlen@hotmail.com or cell/text 250-540-4242.

• 4 - 8 p.m.: The Columbia Valley Greenways Trail Alliance will be raising money for the Westside Legacy Trail at the Celebrate Summer festival being held at Mount Nelson Skate Park. Fun and games for the whole family. Roly poly soccer, dunk tank, with entertainment by the Burn ‘N’ Mahn Piano Experience. To purchase tickets visit www.outrail.org/celebrate.

Sunday, July 30th • 7 p.m.: Frank’s Rink Update! Edgewater Recreation Society will hold a community information meeting at

• 4:30 - 6 p.m.: Summit Youth Centre Chef-It-Up. Every Thursday. Learn to make delicious food on a budget.

• 5 - 6 p.m.: Wine tasting in the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort lobby every Thursday. $15/person or $25 for two.

• 5 - 8 p.m.: Beach Party every Thursday in August at Kinsmen Beach with Giant Jenga, sand volleyball, SUP, Zumba with instructor Julie Parent from 7:30 - 8 p.m., music and more!

• 6:30 p.m.: Texas Hold Em’ Tournament at the Invermere Legion every Thursday. $35 buy in.

Friday, August 4th • 4 - 9 p.m.: Market on Main at the Radium Hot Springs Visitor Centre with Music by The Pickups from 7 - 9 p.m.

• 7 - 10 p.m.: Local Live Music at Elements at Copper Point Resort features Oso Simple on Friday and Gordon James on Saturday August 5th.

Sunday, August 6th

Cell: 250•341•1395 Toll Free: 1•888•258•9911

Tuesday, August 1st • 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Museum’s Summer Children’s program, every Tuesday for children 6 to 10 years old.

This year’s theme: “In the Rockies We Will Go” with a weekly activity pertaining to the theme. Cost to participate is by donation to cover materials and snacks.

• 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Options for Sexual Health drop in clinic in the Public Health Unit the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Call 250-342-2360 for information.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Pynelogs Art Gallery Artist pARTy Soiree featuring pottery, photography, paintings, relief carved panels, masks and paddles by Alice Hale, John Niddrie, Tanya Brown, Deb Ede, Jack Olson & Jim McElroy.

Music and cash bar. Show continues until August 20th.

• 10 p.m.: Karaoke at the Farside Pub in Fairmont every Tuesday night.

Wednesday, August 2nd • 8 a.m.: Radium Hot Springs Sunrise Rotary meets for breakfast every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from April thru October at The Springs golf course. Breakfast $10.

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

• 5 - 7:30 p.m.: Windermere Valley Farmers Institute (WDFI) ‘Make it, Bake it, Grow it’ Farmers Market, every Wednesday until the end of August at the WDFI AgriPark near the Crossroads on Highway 93/95.

Thursday, August 3rd • 10:30 a.m.: Stretch and Move Classes for Seniors every Thursday with Jenette St. Jean at Invermere Seniors Hall.

• Lake Windermere Ambassadors present Summer Splash at James Chabot Beach.

• 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Art in the Park in Pothole Park.

Art from the creative people of the Columbia Valley, painting, sculpture, jewelry, woodwork, glass, live music and concession. No admission fee.

• 9:45 p.m.: ‘The Boss Baby’ free moonlight movie at Mountainside Golf Course at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.

Monday, August 7th • Summer Art Camp with Black Star Studio at Pynelogs Cultural Centre from August 7th to 11th. Ages 7+.

Register by calling 250-342-6663.

• Dusk: Movies in the Mountains at Pothole Park in Invermere featuring ‘Moana’. Enjoy a different movie every Monday in August. Cash concession.

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.

• Drop-in LEGO Club: Saturday 2:30 - 4:30 p.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.

• LEGO for all ages: Saturday 10 a.m.

Windermere Valley Museum Hours • Daily: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Invermere Thrift Store Hours • Thursday - Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Radium Thrift Store Hours • Thursday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

• Friday and Saturday: 12 - 4 p.m.

14 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

P R E S E N T S

Music & Market on Main Located at the Radium Hot Springs Visitor Information Centre

Friday Evenings through August 25th

• Market on Main 4-9 PM* • Music on Main 7-9 PM*

Friday, July 28th

Dawson Rutledge Sponsored by Mountainside Market

Friday, August 4th

The Pickups Sponsored by Mountainside Market

www.tourismradium.com Sponsored by

Weekend recreation This past weekend 81 racers took on the Toby Creek Race, kayaking through white water rapids. In total 32 athletes competed in expert, 18 in intermediate, and 31 in the elite. Brandon Willms (top) maneuvers through the rapids; a kayaker with his eye on the prize (above left).

While the kayakers hit the water, many locals and visitors were downtown enjoying Valley Appreciation Day. Two sisters (at left) choose stickers from Disney Princess Elsa; Gabby Sheckell (bottom left), Tatum Sheckelle and Rowan Hoffman enjoy fruitcicles; MLA Doug Clovechok (above) participates in the Summit Youth Centre’s Jail and Bail fundraiser.

Photos by Nikki Fredrikson

Follow us on…

Pioneer Newspaper

@PioneerNewsTip

R E N A I S S A N C E

Y

OU NEVER HAVE

–

AND PROBABLY NEVER WILL

STEPHANIE CLERK BC REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST JEAN-LUC CORTAT HELLERWORK® STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

–

SEE A PERFECTLY BALANCED BODY BUT…WE CERTAINLY CAN APPROACH THIS IDEAL ~ Ida Rolf

250-342-2535 RENAISSANCE WELLNESS CENTRE MASSAGE THERAPY

505 – 7TH

& HELLERWORK

AVE. INVERMERE

W W W. R E N A I S S A N C E W E L L N E S S . C A

–

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 15

Columbia Valley Centre donors get first look

Selkirk Cellulars & Office Supplies

• Office supplies • Printer ink and paper • Art and Music supplies

• Cell Phones • iPads & iPhones • Cellular accessories

By Nikki Fredrikson Pioneer Staff Donors of the new Columbia Valley Centre were dazzled as they toured the new facility during the donor appreciation event on Saturday, July 22nd. The four tour leaders recalled many donors were excited about the new modern space and the events it will attract. The common first impression of the space was surprise surrounding the size, natural light and elegance of the building.

“I think it’s a wonderful building with so much potential and it’s so versatile and I think it’s going to bring so much more into the building. So, I can’t wait to see theatre events and see how they configure the rooms and musical events and events on the patio; like, it’s going to be really fun,” said donor Kelli Shoroshenko.

Ms. Shoroshenko said she’s looking forward to seeing an event in the new space and thought the library was amazing. Choosing to donate to the patio portion of the building because it seemed like a fun space.

“We wanted to give back because we love the people, we love the community, we love the feel of the whole place,” said Ms. Shoroshenko.

For donor Susan Powell, the spaces she’s most excited about after touring the facility are the library and main hall. Ms. Powell said the new building is excellent, definitely needed for the community and has been a long time coming.

“It will serve, obviously, generations now and future generations to come,” said Ms. Powell.

Throughout the tours of the facility the guides all agreed that aspects of the new centre that created the most buzz were stepping off the elevator onto the rooftop patio, viewing the main hall from the control room, the retractable lobby window doors, the mezzanine, and the theatre seats that are being dedicated to the veterans.

While donors were offered a sneak peek of the new facility, construction of the building is still ongoing. No official grand opening date has been released. The fundraising committee is still looking for prospective donors to donate towards the retractable seating in the main hall. To donate to the new centre visit www.columbiavalleycentre.ca.

www.selkirkcells.com • Store hours: 9 am – 6 pm, Monday thru Friday 11 am – 6 pm Saturday Suite 1, 519 - 13th Street Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Ph: 250-342-0025 info@selkirkcells.com

LEAVING A LEGACY- (Above) Travis Tagg dances with four year old Kinley Tagg.(below) Austin Weatherhead the centre’s youngest donor at age four, with his mom Colleen Weatherhead.

Photos by Nikki Fredrikson

RIVERFRONT AND FAIRWAY LOTS

Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C.

Beautiful mountain, river and golf course view lots, gated community.

Prices from $79,000. No building commitment. Developer will finance.

Doran Cain

Maxwell Realty Invermere

250-342-1629

FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS RESORT GOLF

BOOK YOUR TEE TIME NOW CALL US AT 250.345.6346 FairmontHotSprings.com/golf

TWILIGHT RATES

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION

SENIOR SUNRISE

18 HOLES WITH SHARED CART AFTER 3PM

AT MOUNTAINSIDE

SENIORS PLAY FOR LESS BEFORE 8:30!* 18 HOLES WITH SHARED CART, MONDAY-THURSDAY

$40 AT MOUNTAINSIDE $50 AT RIVERSIDE

$55 UNTIL AUGUST 3 18 HOLES WITH A SHARED CART EVERY DAY AFTER 1PM

LAR EX TENDED BY POPU 24!

DEMAND UNTIL AUG.

$35 AT MOUNTAINSIDE $45 AT RIVERSIDE

*Valid for ages 55+

16 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

A rainbow of flavours Chill Out Ice Cream serves over 30 flavours of Foothills Creamery ice cream. Open daily at noon.

Drop by to chillout with a yummy waffle cone and your favourite flavour. Located at the Invermere crossroads. www.chillouticecream.ca

Cherry Habanero Cherry Habanero is one of ten delicious flavours of Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly made in Invermere!

Not just for cream cheese and crackers, they make great glazes for meat or fish, are wonderful on sandwiches (the apple jelly with aged cheddar makes a fantastic grilled cheese), pair well with artisan cheeses and have complemented everything from eggs to cheesecake. Try some today, your taste buds will thank you (and so will Dave and Kathy)!

Pictured here is homemade pizza crust topped with Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly, asiago cheese and prosciutto.

Garnish with fresh arugula just before serving.

This is a party hit!

Dave’s Hot Pepper Jelly, Invermere, BC www.daveshotpepperjelly.com • Phone: 250-270-0254

Lamb skewer and Greek salad including pita with hummus and tzatziki sauce.

Prepared from fresh, authentic, homemade ingredients.

Tony’s Greek Grill 5009 Hot Springs Road, Fairmont Hot Springs, BC Phone 250-345-6661

Lasagna Di Casa Our Famous Homemade Lasagna – is made fresh daily.

Truly a unique dish, with the owner’s special recipe. $20.

LaCabina Reseraunt is located at the Best Western Prestige Inn, Radium Hot Springs, BC We are open 7 days a week Monday - Friday 7 am – 2 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm Saturday & Sunday open 7 am – 10 pm

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 17

Cluck Norris This top selling burrito is stuffed with chicken, rice, black beans, salsa fresca, mole and guacamole. Take it to go or enjoy it on the licensed family friendly patio.

Leo Burrito, 4951 Hwy 93, Radium Hot Springs, BC (Attached to Gerry’s Gelati/Mini Golf) www.leoburrito.com • 778-527-4999

Hawaii 50 Ham, bacon, red onion and pineapple…Deelish!

Open daily at 11:30 am Pizzeria Mercato serves delicious panned pizza, salads and sandwiches. We make our dough fresh daily and use the highest quality meats, produce and tomatoes to craft our pizzas.

Pizzeria Mercato 460 Sarah Road, Invermere, BC pizzeriamercato.com • 250-688-3344

Grown-Up Grilled Cheese Savoury Asiago crusted sourdough bread, layered with Swiss & cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, fresh grilled tomatoes and crispy bacon. Served with fries, soup, or resort salad. Available every day after 11 am for only $15; gluten free option is available.

Dapper’s Landing Restaurant at Riverside Golf Course Fairmont Hot Springs Resort 5097 Riverview Rd, Fairmont Hot Springs, BC 778-525-8006 | Fairmont Hot Springs.com

Muriel’s Wedding Liege Waffle Made fresh sweet waffle topped with strawberries, chocolate and our homemade gelato.

Gerry’s Gelati Over 30 flavours of Gelato and Sorbet Open Year-round 1045 7th Ave Facing 12th St, Invermere, BC

18 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

w e TRANSIT N Calgary Connector Service STARTS

Wednesday, August 2nd Starting on August 2nd

Depart

Arrive

Depart

Arrive

Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce

North Hill Centre Calgary

North Hill Centre Calgary

Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce

Wed., Aug. 2

9 a.m.

12:45 p.m.

3:45 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Thurs., Aug. 3

9 a.m.

12:45 p.m.

3:45 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Wed., Aug. 16

9 a.m.

12:45 p.m.

3:45 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Thurs., Aug. 17

9 a.m.

12:45 p.m.

3:45 p.m.

7:30 p.m.

Schedule continues every other week.

One way fare: Seniors (65+) $60 • Regular $80

More information available at www.CVTransit.ca or call the Columbia Valley Chamber at 250-342-2844

A century of movie music Piano personality Arne Sahlen will present ‘100 Years of Movie Music’ at Christ Church Trinity (110 7th Avenue past the library) twice on Saturday July 29th - at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Admission is by donation. Stuffies and colouring will be there for busy youngsters. This program grew out of a local legacy.

“Invermere-raised Wendy Weir Panattoni was one of my greatest friends,” Mr. Sahlen recalls. “She co-founded the Symphony of the Kootenays, taught piano for decades, and performed widely. Her devotion to music, engaging wit, and loyalty to family and friends inspired us all. She was a true original.”

Mr. Sahlen managed the sale of three pianos for her estate; one is now at Joseph Creek seniors’ home in Cranbrook. He also sorted vast stores of music, some of it a century old. Many items bear the names of Weir family members: Jenny, Lucy, Wendy, Nancy and others.

Movies and their music reflect advancing history. The World Wars and Great Depression entered song and film as in Brother Can You Spare a Dime, Praise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition!, Lili Marlene, Presley and The Beatles, Disney masterpieces, blockbusters like Star Wars

and Harry Potter, and great love stories from Titanic to La La Land move and inspire us - or shake up society as with Elvisthe-Pelvis in the 1950s.

Kimberley-based Mr. Sahlen says he feels like an East Kootenay boy overall. He co-founded the Rocky Mountain Cultural Network, and advanced Cambodian refugee sponsorship region-wide in the 1980s. He teaches piano in Invermere one day a week, and has students from as far away as Creston. He wants young musicians from several E.K. centres to tour together and is spearheading a piano summer school for Kimberley for August 2018. He also plays at Farmers’ Markets in Invermere, Fairmont and Kimberley.

“This region has all the big-city benefits and much much more, and to drive Cranbrook-Invermere is faster than to cross Vancouver in busy traffic. As the song says, the more we get together the happier we’ll be.”

For event details contact arnesahlen@ hotmail.com or cell/text 250-540-4242.

“As Winn Weir’s great legacy is celebrated,” Mr. Sahlen remarked, “Movie Music and similar programs allow me to honour the enormous contributions to this region of her great niece Wendy.”

81% OFF! 20cm/8” ClassIIc fry pan - open. 2nd. List: $99.00 $99.00.

82% OFF!

24cm/9.5” ClassIIc au gratin - open. 2nd. List: $116.00.

$1799 $1999 65% OFF! EcoPan fry pan - 2pack.

42% OFF!

20cm/8” & 25cm/10”.

List: $189.99.

71% OFF! Our 11pc Cusino cookware set features stainless steel construction and is suitable for all cooktops, including induction.

Includes encapsulated bottom pads, ergonomic handles, rolled edges for easy pouring, and precision fi tting lids.

Set includes: 1.5L, 2L & 3L saucepans, 5L Dutch oven, 3.5L sauté pan, 24cm/9.5” fry pan, and 5 covers. List: $699.00.

$19999

3 pack anti-bacterial cutting boards.

Green or grey.

List: $34.99.

$6499 61% OFF!

$1999 UP TO 45% OFF!

$3499

$799

20 piece Brookvale flatware set.

List: $89.99.

Paderno Premier bakeware.

Made from durable steel with a unique triple layer of non-stick coating.

Starting at:

ON NOW THROUGH AUGUST 6TH ONLY AT:

INVERMERE

Invermere Home Hardware 9980 Arrow Road

Information & dealers: 1-800-A NEW-POT or www.paderno.com. Not all locations open Sunday. Quantities limited, please be early. Sale items may not be exactly as shown.

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 19

AUGUST LONG WEEKEND SALE Suzanne Artym’s self-directed art features a unique interplay of colour and texture.

Mixed media techniques featured at Artym Gallery Submitted by Artym Gallery It is hard to believe this is the last Friday evening in July! What better way to spend it then coming down to the Artym Gallery from 6 to 8 p.m. (July 28th) to meet Alberta visual artist Suzanne Artym and watch her demonstrate her mixed media techniques.

Suzanne spent most of her working career as an elementary teacher, but has dedicated the last five years to painting full time. Her art education has been selfdirected through discovery and learning from workshops, fellow artists, tutorials, and belonging to a painting collective in Calgary. Suzanne paints a variety of subject matters from her natural surroundings and most often she refers to photos taken from her neighbourhood walks and hikes in local and mountain parks.

What makes Suzanne’s work unique is her interplay of colour with texture.

“I have always been fascinated by colours, patterns and textures found in nature; whether it is the dramatic colours

th

r sa 0 r e 2v i

n An

y

of the prairie sky, textures of the Rocky Mountains or the patterns found in the wings of a butterfly.”

Her process of building texture includes using a variety of acrylic gels and mediums, decorative papers, fabric and found objects. Her brush strokes and use of palette knives, stencils and artist tools enhance the foundation of the painting.

Suzanne will then integrate acrylic paint, acrylic inks and glazing with fluid acrylics to create a mood that is uplifting and energized!!

Rusty Artym, the infamous moose, has been spreading a rumour around town that Suzanne will be giving gallery visitors an opportunity to build texture on an abstract painting! The way to find out is by dropping by the gallery from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 29th!

An added bonus, all of Suzanne Artym’s new and current paintings will be on exhibit Friday and Saturday …. an opportunity not to be missed or you can view them online at www.artymgallery. com!

Tee-Times call 250-347-6500 Or Email: golf@spurvalley.com ‘/Spur Valley’ @SpurValley

• Every Tuesday and Wednesday $16 for 9 Holes • Twilight Golf - $20 after 3 PM (No long weekends)

• Taco Tuesday - $2.95 Tacos All Day • Fish Friday - Fish & Chips/ Fish Tacos

RIVERSIDE & MOUNTAINSIDE GOLF SHOPS, AND POOLSIDE SHOP

AUGUST 4–7

25% OFF

30% OFF

35% OFF

25% OFF

1 ITEM OF CLOTHING OR SWIMWEAR

2 ITEMS OF CLOTHING OR SWIMWEAR

3+ ITEMS OF CLOTHING OR SWIMWEAR

SHOES & ACCESSORIES

ImmerseYourself FairmontHotSprings.com Or call: 250.345.6070

Regular priced items only.

Some restrictions apply.

ATTENTION SENIORS

Subsidized Studio Suite Now Available

Subsidy Based On Income

Call Today!

(250) 341-3350

Live your best life with our variety of services and ammenities: SERVICES • Homestyle Meals • Weekly Housekeeping • 24-Hour Staffing • Emergency Monitoring • Shuttle Bus • Live Entertainment • Calendars of Activities • Personal Care Available

DESIGN FEATURES • Library • Exercise Room • Beauty Salon • Central Dining Room • Private Dining Room • Crafts Room • Games Room

20 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

Bullriding In The Rockies Photos by Nikki Fredrikson

Your Local

COLUMBIA VALLEY REAL ESTATE

Wende Brash Broker/Owner

ROCKIES WEST REALTY

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

492 Highway 93/95 Invermere, BC VOA 1K2

CELL: 250-342-5935 BUS: 250-342-5599 dk@rockieswest.com www.TeamRice.ca

Professionals RE/MAX Invermere

Glenn Pomeroy

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

glennpomeroy@shaw.ca

Independently Owned and Operated

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

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

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

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21

HERE TO SERVE YOU SERVICES

BUSINESS OF THE WEEK Fully Insured & WCB Covered

Chimney and Eavestrough Cleaning and Repair Specialists

art gallery + glass studio Effusion Art Gallery + Glass Studio located in downtown Invermere, is a Canadian contemporary gallery where we help facilitate the placement of art of various mediums in residential and commercial spaces throughout Canada and beyond. So, why not drop by and enjoy the innovative art displayed in our warm, comfortable and relaxed environment. www.effusionartgallery.com

FREE ESTIMATES • Pruning and Removal of ALL Trees and Shrubs • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured & WCB Covered

You name it!

I’ll take care of it!

YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP for all home maintenance from raking your lawn to renovating your entire house.

www.TheColumbiaValley.ca

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

• • • •

Jesse Vader 250.341.5426

Ken Johnson 250.341.5427

250.349.5564

250-342-5682

patco_dev@shaw.ca

(250) 270-0345 (403) 870-7558 in Calgary since 2002 in Invermere since 2004

Patco Developments Ltd. PROFESSIONAL PAINTERS

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

5077 FAIRMONT RESORT RD., FAIRMONT BC EMAIL: fairmontridge@telus.net

the ValleY’S larGeSt window coVerinGS ShowrooM

PALLISER PRINTS LARGE FORMAT ARCHITECTURAL and ENGINEERING PLANS Patryk Jagiello STAIN/LACQUER/PAINT INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

FAIRMONT RIDGE RENOVATION

Doors Windows Flooring Painting/ Interior/Exterior • Kitchen Renovations

SERVICES

Send files to: PRODUCTION@PALLISERPRINTING.COM 250.342.2999

30

YEARS EXPERIENCE

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

250-342-2844

info@cvchamber.ca 651 Highway 93/ 95, P.O. Box 1019, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

OVER

• Roller Shades • Roman Shades • Cellular Shades

• Pleated Shades • Horizontal Blinds • Shutters

• Vertical Blinds • Automation • Residential & Commercial

Come visit our showroom,

492 arrow rd., unit 1b 250-342-hoMe (4663)

John Wood

tobywood@shaw.ca

Residential and Commercial Kootenay Cribbing

SPECIALIZING IN FOUNDATIONS 5144 Riverside Drive Fairmont Hot Springs BC V0B 1L1

Cell: 250-342-1289 Home: 250-345-2188

Hourly or Contract Rates Available • Excavator • Mini-Excavator • Bobcats • Dump Truck • Compaction Equipment • Street Sweeping • Underground Services • Site Prep • Road Building • Land Clearing • Landscaping • Basements

250-342-5800 Kitchen cabinet & counter top SpecialiStS

Fax: 250-345-2189

Trevor Hayward (Owner/Operator)

Westridge Cabinets Dealer ~ Granite and Quartz Counter Tops Come visit our showroom,

Invermere

(250) 341-6888

www.cordnerarchitect.com

492 arrow rd., unit 1b 250-342-hoMe (4663)

Got an entertainment, sports or news tip? Give us a call! 250-341-6299

22 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

HERE TO SERVE YOU SERVICES

Selkirk Appliance Repair

Safely removes:

Box 2073 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

David Matheson

250-342-5151

selkirkapplrepair@hotmail.com

• Air Conditioning/Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems

The Future of Surface Preparation

780-800-3168

snowwhyterestorations@outlook.com Canal Flats, B.C.

– – – – –

And much more from… – – – –

Metal Concrete Brick Wood-log Houses, Decks etc – Industrial equipment including live lines on industrial sites

Rust Paint Stain Powder Coating Graffiti

Sales ~ Service ~ Installation

Judy: (250) 341-1903

Call for your FREE consultation and estimate

WETT Certified

SERVICES

Dustless Blasting

SERVICES

www.valleysolutions.ca valleysolutions@shaw.ca

UNIVERSAL DOORS & EXTERIORS

PROVIDING SOLUTIONS FOR THE VACATION HOME OWNERSINCE 2006

Bob: (250) 341-5014

Including House Checking

Arnold Scheffer 250-342-6700

unidoorext@live.ca • unidoorext.ca

Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential

1THFQQ^ 4UJWFYJI G^ 1THFQ 1NHJSXJI 9JHMSNHNFSX

Visit Our Retail Outlet at 301-2nd Ave S Cranbrook, BC INSURANCE AGENCIES LTD.

&398 ï '&98 ï '*) ':,8 ï '.7)8 ï +1.*8 ï 74)*398 ï 85.)*78 ï <&858 ï

*HT KWNJSIQ^ JKKJHYN[J RJYMTIX 8&9.8+&(9.43 LZFWFSYJJ ï 1.(*38*) ï '43)*) ï .38:7*)

(&11 :8 ï \\\ HWFSGWTTPUJXYHTSYWTQ HTR

LANDSCAPING

BOX 2228 742 - 13th STREET INVERMERE, BC V0A 1K0 P: 250-342-3031 F: 250-342-6945 info@lambertinsurance.ca

BOX 459 7553 MAIN STREET RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, BC V0A 1M0 P: 250-347-9350 F: 250-347-6350 TOLL FREE: 1-866-342-3031

LAMBERT-KIPP

LANDSCAPING

P H A R M A C Y LT D .

Come in and browse our giftware

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

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

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

1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere

250-342-6612

design@gldltd.com â&#x20AC;¢ 250-688-0757 glddesignltd.com

LANDSCAPING

2016

Landscaping & Design Landscaping & Design â&#x20AC;¢ Trucking â&#x20AC;¢ Excavating â&#x20AC;¢ Trucking â&#x20AC;¢ Excavating â&#x20AC;¢ Civil Earthworks

â&#x20AC;¢ Civil Earthworks

Quality not quantity Sue Coy

250-341-5353 sdcoy@shaw.ca

Lloyd Wilder

250-342-5326 www.decoylandscaping.com lewilder@shaw.ca

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 23

HERE TO SERVE YOU CONTRACTING

PLUMBING

CONTRACTING

• Septic Tank Pumping • Portable Toilet Rentals

Aaron Sherban Quality Homes & Contracting

• Trusses • Engineered Floors • Wall Panels Tel: 250.341.6075 PROOF 4 FRONT Fax: 250.341.3427 Email: info@duskbuildingsystems.com www.duskbuildingsystems.com

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

Sheblime Roofing Phone: 250-341-8009

Asphalt Shingles Repairs - Replacement – New Insured Call for Quote

P.O. Box 678, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 sheblime2010@hotmail.com

(Formerly Dehart) NEW SEWER CAMERA

• • •

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

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

Bruce Dehart 250.347.9803 or 250.342.5357

Cutting Edge Carpentry Inc.

Scott Wilisky

Licensed Residential Builder Invermere & Area

Scott Postlethwaite

scott@stwbuilders.com www.stwbuilders.com

Free Estimates

250.270.0745

Residential, Commercial Electric Furnace and Hot Water Tank Repair and Service For All Your Electrical Needs invermereelectric@gmail.com

1710 10th Avenue – Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

Dale Elliott Contracting

job too big or too small PROOFno 4 BACK

fs

g, decks, roo

tions, framin home renova 250-341-7204 250-342-7517

Will Feissel

Contractor valleyframing@hotmail.ca

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

Christopher Jones Drainage Specialist

MrRooter.ca/kootenays mrrooter.kootenays@gmail.com

250-345-0216

Indpendently Owned & Operated Franchise Licensed • Insured

CARPET CLEANING

• •

250-341-7098

Residential & Commercial Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Invermere, B.C.

Bus: 250-342-9692

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

250-341-1182

Box 424, Invermere B.C. V0A 1K0

Serving the Columbia Valley

www.cabincare.ca

• • • •

Renovations Decks Finishing Interior/Exterior Painting David Gulbe Mike Bernicot

Cell: 250-342-5241

• Ready Mix Concrete • Commercial concrete sealer • Concrete Pumping retarder for exposed • Over 50 colours available aggregate and in stock • DELIVERED ON TIME • Concrete stamps for rent at a fair price • Full range of coloured release • Full range of sand and agents for stamping gravel products.

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

Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K4

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

www.ptarmigan-invermere.com

Your search for quality and dependability ends with us.

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Specialists Truck Mounted System • Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

Dean Hubman

CONCRETE

RR#4 2117 - 13 Avenue

Certified Technician

250-342-3052

Toll Free: 877-342-3052

Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net

Your Weekly Source for News and Events

N E W S PA P E R

#8, 1008 - 8th Avenue PO Box 868, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Amanda Nason

Advertising Sales

Ph: 250.341.6299 • Cell: 250.341.1111 www.columbiavalleypioneer.com advertising@columbiavalleypioneer.com

24 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

Playing and staying in Canal Flats

By James Rose Special to the Pioneer Playing and Staying in Canal Flats should be on everyone’s summer to do list. It goes without saying that when one chooses to stay in Canal Flats, the play part of the stay n’ play equation follows naturally. There is an abundant choice of options to choose from when looking to experience everything in the village and surrounding area.

But first one needs to know their options for where they can lay their head at night. Canal Flats has three different accommodation providers each catering to a different kind of stay. Paddler’s Inn features cozy, quaint cabins with satellite TV and microwaves.

“What they have done at Paddler’s Inn looks like a highend hospitality option right out of Canmore,” said Kelly Kask. “But you get all of that for a fraction of the price.”

Mr. Kask and his partner Kate offer the two other accommodation options.

“We have two different options. Guests can either stay

in our RV campground (or in a tent site), or they can stay in one of our really cool 1960’s style airstream camper (bookings are done through Airbnb).”

Once the check-in is complete, next up is the ‘what can we do now’ part of the equation. And this is where the fun begins. Of course, an obvious starting point would be all the fun that can be had in and around Columbia Lake, the headwaters of the mighty Columbia River. Kayaking, canoeing, motor-boating, swimming, cliff-jumping, beaching, fishing and you name it; these are all activities that Columbia Lake supports. But if rivers are more your thing, then yes, Canal Flats has one right on its doorstep as well.

The Kootenay River winds its way right along the village boundary and is a wonderful river to canoe, bird watch, fish, or simpy look at while pondering life’s many questions (perhaps with cocktail in hand?).

But if, after spending loads of time in the water, landbased activities start to become more appealing, well then you don’t need to go far from Canal Flats to scratch that itch. There is a whole host of fun things to do while stay-

ing dry. Lets start with hiking. The number of hiking trails around the village would make any avid hiker salivate.

Even for the more adrenaline inclined rock climbers, there is a great network of bolted routes minutes from the village. The Spirit Trail along the east side of Columbia Lake is another fabulous trail that is accessible to walk or ride on mountain bikes. With views of the turquoise lake and mountains afar, it is a trail not to be missed.

And then there’s golf. A short drive from Canal Flats to the North end of Columbia Lake and Coys Par 3 awaits.

But if the little white ball just doesn’t happen to be cooperating, maybe it’s time to try disc golf!

“We are pleased to open new this year a nine hole disc golf course adjacent to our campground that is free to use with a $20 deposit,” said Mr. Kask. And if you happen to be long on desire but short on necessary equipment, water and land based activity equipment rentals can be found in town.

Canal Flats and playing and staying. Playing and staying and Canal Flats. Frankly, the two are interchangeable.

HERE TO SERVE YOU READY MIX CONCRETE

UPHOLSTERY

Concrete Pump • Sand & Gravel Heavy Equipment Rentals • Crane Service Proudly Serving the Valley for over 50 years

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

SPECIAL OFFER

Purchase 1 metre of concrete and receive 1 metre of Birdseye aggregate (1/4”washed rock) (Used as decorative rock, backfill and bedding)

FREE!

Value $18.75/m or $12.50/tonne. Pickup at Skandia (trucking extra)

1756 Hwy 93/95 Windermere B.C.

Skandia I N P U R S U I T O F Concrete EXCELLENCE

250.439.8074

goldenupholstery1960@gmail.com

• 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

Office: 250-342-6500 • Batch plant: 250-342-2812 • Toll Free: 1-888-341-2221

N E W S PA P E R

Box 53, Brisco, B.C. V0A 1B0

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

SERVING SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY Call 250-341-6299 to discuss your advertising needs.

N E W S PA P E R

www.columbiavalleypioneer.com • ads@columbiavalleypioneer.com

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 25

Pioneer Classifieds S IN MEMORIAM S Our memories of you are close and dear.

While in our thoughts and hearts we hold you near.

If we could have just one wish come true, it would be one more moment with you.

In loving memory of

Sandy Snihor who passed away July 27th, 2013

S OBITUARY S Reid, Margaret November 30, 1928-July 2,2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret, who leaves behind her sons Allan(Cathy) ,Brian(Joann) ,Barry, Dale(Lil) and daughter Kathy (Michael). 11 Grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

There will be a celebration of life on July 29, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the Edgewater Legion.

November 30,may 1928 be - July 2, 2017 Memorial Tributes made to the Kidney Foundation of B.C or Th e EdgewaIt is with great sadness that we announce the ter passing Legionof Margaret, who leaves behind her

Reid, Margaret

sons Allan (Cathy), Brian (Joann), Barry, Dale (Lil) and daughter Kathy (Michael), 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

There will be a celebration of life on July 29, 2017 at 2 p.m. at the Edgewater Legion.

Memorial Tributes may be made to the Kidney Foundation of B.C. or The Edgewater Legion.

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALES

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Storage Clean Out: Friday July 28th, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday July 29th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Unit #82, Deck Properties, 101 Industrial Rd. #2.

Garage sale: 9 a.m - 12 p.m.

Furniture, household items, sporting equipment and more. Located at NEW HOUSE MULTI STORAGE, 450 LAURIER ST, INVERMERE.

A heartfelt Cheers to Paul Hul – for his amazing rescue of 2 stranded boats out on the lake late at night last week – we would have spent the night drifting all over the lake without your unselfish late night rescue.

Cheers to the Invermere Fire Department for your quick response to the wildfire on Houlgrave Road.

Cheers to Gerry, our RDEK rep for listening and working to get the Toby Benches residents access to the Lakes for water to fight fires.

Jeers to the people who let their dog poop in the backyard of 7525 Pinecone Lane in Radium. Don’t think we can’t see you pretending not to notice. If you walk your dog, be responsible! The big kicker is Radium supplies poop bags!

‘Cleared Out the Cabin’ garage sale. July 29th, 8 a.m. till noon at 944 Copper Point Way. Furniture, dishes, glasses, pots/pans, small appliances, tools + MUCH MORE. ESTATE SALE! Lots of incredible furniture items, sporting equipment, art supplies, records and CDs, tools and power tools, kitchen items, lawn and garden items, etc. WHEN: Sat. July 29th, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. AT: 4786 Windermere Road, Windermere. GREAT PRICES, ALL ITEMS MUST BE SOLD.

McGilvery & Fishers 2020 & 1980 15th Ave. Invermere. Friday, August 4th, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, August 5th, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. House Sold...

CHEERS & JEERS A great big huge Cheers to the Invermere Optometry Clinic for always being so accommodating.

Always a pleasure coming in there.

You guys rock.

S OBITUARY S

MacKay, Florence (Togi) February 17, 1922 – July 17, 2017 Togi passed away July 17th while residing in Ivy House, Invermere, B.C. She was predeceased by her father and mother George and Louise Woodhall, her husband George MacKay (Scotty), her daughter Nancy Richardson and great grandson Koen Wastl Richardson.

Togi grew up, married and worked in Swift Current. The family moved to Calgary where Togi and Scotty were employed while Nancy attended high school and university. Their final working years were spent commuting to their Edgewater home on weekends and holidays.

Upon retirement they spent their time between Banff and Edgewater. After Scotty’s death, Togi moved to Invermere to be closer to her daughter’s family including grandchildren Alex and Elizabeth.

Togi enjoyed her home, yard and a variety of shopping excursions. Christmas was one of her favourite times of year being with family and attending the Stolen Church in Windermere.

We will miss her.

A small service will be held later this fall with happy memories being shared.

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

N E W S PA P E R

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

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

Jeers to the lady who budged to the front of the line at The Bakery on Wednesday because apparently your time was far more precious than the rest of us. Your level of rudeness was jaw-dropping.

Cheers to Lori at Sign Artists. You always take such good care of us library folk! You’re the best!

Cheers to Sign Artists for your amazing community support. Lori you are the best!

S OBITUARY S Trethewey, Margaret 1926–2017

Margaret Trethewey passed away very peacefully on July 5, 2017 in Kitimat, B.C. Born in Portland, Oregon USA on January 14, 1926 to James and Greta Taylor.

Margaret, her twin sister Jean and younger brother Joe moved with their family to Banff, Alberta in 1932. Their Dad operated a gas station and repair shop there.

In 1934 their Mom passed away after a brief illness. In I936 their Dad married Ethel who was a very kind and loving stepmother to Jim’s children. They would add six more children to the family, over the years. In 1939 the family moved to Edgewater, B.C., where her Dad started a market garden business, supplying the valley and Banff customers with veggies and strawberries. Margaret met and married Lloyd Trethewey March 17, 1945 at Radium, B.C. They lived in the Valley until 1966, when they moved to Fraser Lake, Ashcroft and Kamloops, B.C. Eventually, they would settle in Salmon Arm in 1973 until she moved to Kitimat in 2006. She was active in her Church and taught Sunday school for many years and enjoyed her crafts, painting and following the baseball games on TV. Survived by her four children; Jim [Pat] Trethewey, Elizabeth [Wayne] Brackley, Laurie [Keith] Reynolds, & Wayne Trethewey. Her brothers; Joe [Sanda], Robert Taylor, Walter [Anna] Taylor, John Taylor, and sisters Ann [Denys] Baldock, and Lillie Taylor; 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces/nephews.

Margaret was pre-deceased by her husband Lloyd Trethewey [1991], infant son John, her parents, sister Patricia and twin sister Jean Lowrie.

Memorial service was held on July 12, 2017 at the Kitimat Pentecostal Fellowship, Kitimat, B.C.

26 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Cheers to Al Miller of Invermere Cheers to the Good Samaritan Home Hardware for giving the who helped me lift my tipped disabled workers a chance. Also, over motorcycle beside the Eddie Cheers to his wife Lucy. There Mountain Arena on Tuesday should be more compassionate July 18th. Hope you know how CHEERS &appreciative JEERS I was. people in the world like you two.

Sponsored by

Jeers to the person or persons that stole a homemade gazing ball from the front of my vacation home in Columere Park. My very dear friend made that for me so that I would have something to remember her by - she passed away in January.

The globes that you took, keep them, they were just off of old solar lights that did not work anymore.

The metal duck that was also taken was a gift that was made especially for my husband, it was a one of kind and has great sentimental value. I have pictures at home of both items, as they are both unique they would be very easy to identify and will post on Facebook when I return home. I am not sure when they were taken, I have not spent as much time tending to my landscaping and just noticed them missing July 19th. I would greatly appreciate getting both of these items returned, I am recovering from kidney cancer and do not need stress at this time! Please just put them back where you found them.

Cheers to the senior citizen who took the time to remove the weeds under the Japanese Maple. More attention is needed to remove the excess soil in the planting hole.

Anyone up for the job? Now what may we expect as a replacement tree in the other hole in the ground?

Jeers to the owner of the trees beside the Bank of Montreal. The one survivor is a beautiful Japanese Maple and it has been sadly neglected. It is a miracle that it still struggles on. Trees and the area beneath them require attention which is sadly lacking. Smarten up!

Big Cheers to Jaye at Selkirk Cellular who went above and beyond in helping me track down my lost iPhone in Cranbrook. He lent me his personal phone during the 3 hour round trip and I couldn’t have it without his help! Small towns are awesome; try getting that service in a big city!

Cheers to Justin Atterbury and foreman Bruce for their open-gate, policy. So nice to have a helping hand.

Cheers to the Edgewater Recreation Society for sponsoring another community Pancake Breakfast.

Good food and good company.

Cheers to the Market on Main in Radium Hot Springs.

Jeers to those people who feel they can ignore the campfire ban. This applies to everyone everywhere in B.C. no exceptions. It does not matter if you are on vacation or not; this is meant for everyone.

Cheers to the fabulous baker, Alan, and the team at Sobeys for the wonderful birthday cakes provided to Columbia House each month.

The added treats last week were loved by all! Keep up the good work!

Cheers to Arrowhead Brewery ladies for providing local beer for the Bull Riding in the Rockies last Friday night. It takes a women’s mind to come up with this fantastic plan! Cheers to the Rockies Hockey organizers for supporting the local refreshments of Arrowhead Brewery for the spectators.

July 28, 2017

CHEERS & JEERS

STORAGE

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

Cheers to Lloyd and Alexis Douglas for your immediate rescue response; launching your boat and skillfully, carefully, as a team, plucking kayakers from the lake, one adult and two children who were dumped in the violent wind storm last Thursday. You rounded up the errant kayaks and the other adult who was still afloat and delivered them all safely to shore.

Our valley is a better place for your family having chosen to be parttime locals for 23 years.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

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

TOP QUALITY HAY Round bails stored in shed. Phone Elkhorn Ranch 250-342-1268.

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

Home, Garage, Guest House and rental on Acreage in Town. Great View, priced to sell. Call 250-3429636. Please leave a message.

LOST AND FOUND LOST-MISSING: Looking for our daughters mountain bike that went missing on Sunday May 21st at the Shadybrook Resort in Windermere.

Description as follows: One 2014 Brodie Mountain Bike. Color – Menace Blue c/w white shocks, white Brodie lettering and white handle grips. Serial Number – YA21205061. Contact Brent at 403370-3581.

FOUND: Camera up Forster Creek close to the snowmobile cabin. Call Doug 250-342-3207 to identify and claim.

LOST: Three-wheel golf pull cart left near the waste wood pile at Windermere transfer station. Call 342-1131 if you care to return it.

LOST: Copper bracelet in the Invermere area. Call 250-342-9096 if found.

LOST: Yellow pedal boat near Rushmere on July 21st weekend during the wind storm. Reward offered please call 403-650-5487 if found.

SERVICES

HOUSE FOR RENT Newer 1,300 sq. ft., 2-bdrm, 2 bath, on secured Windermere acreage, with under drive garage. Available immediately. $1,250/mo. Call Chad 403-874-3675.

DRIVEWAYS PARKING LOTS ASPHALT SEALING FREE ESTIMATES 1-888-670-0066 EAST KOOTENAYS 1-877-955-5648 WEST KOOTENAYS

VILLA/CONDO FOR SALE FOR SALE: Akiskinook. 1-bdrm Corner Condo. Furniture and Housewares Included. 250-341-5061.

BUSINESS FOR SALE

Windermere: 4-bdrm, 2 bath cabin for rent. No pets, no smoking. $2,100/wk. 403-827-7765.

Fully furnished 2-bdrm, 1.5 bath townhouse for rent. Laundry, parking for 2 vehicles. $1,150/ mo. Hydro and cable not included.

Short term all included for $1,600/ mo. 778-214-1744.

2-bdrm, 1 bath, half vaulted ceiling, lots of windows. Small yard, storage shed, electric and wood heat. N/S, pets negotiable. 20 min. from town.

References required. $1,200/mo hydro included, available August 1st. 587-577-6884.

CONDO FOR RENT Akiskinook Resort: Ground level larger end unit, 1-bdrm fully furnished condo, newly renovated, indoor pool, hot tub. $800/mo includes cable. Call or text 403-281-3991.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR RENT Lot for mobile home. No pets.

Phone 250-342-9390.

LOT/ACREAGE FOR SALE NO JOB TOO SMALL

HOUSE FOR SALE

Prime Ridge Lot for sale in Lynx Ridge, located 2 kms North of Radium Hot Springs. The Property comes with stunning views of the Purcell, Rocky Mountains and the Columbia Wetlands. Fully furnished 12’ x 40’ SRI Park Model trailer with a large 2 tier wrap around deck. This is a fabulous year round getaway with minimal investment. Asking $269,900. Call 403-819-0134.

Kootenay Pasta for sale. Call 250342-9056.

2015 5 x 10 Flat Deck Utility Trailer.

Trailer and tires like new. Ramp, spare tire. $1,850. 250-409-6440.

FIREWOOD Support Rockies Hockey firewood.

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

Seasoned Dry Fir. $220 a cord, split and delivered locally. 1/2 cords available. 250-342-3300.

BOATS FOR SALE BOAT FOR SALE: 15’ Chrysler Marine Beam 64” 90 hp Mercury Force Outboard, Fitted Cover, Trailer. $3500. 250-342-0231. jmsode@ gmail.com.

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 27

VEHICLES FOR SALE

SERVICES

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

2010 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, automatic. 2.4 4SYL, P/W, P/D, 123 000 kms. $8950. 250-342-0777.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

SUPERIOR PROPANE PROPANE DELIVERY DRIVER Invermere, BC 40 hours/week from August to March. Good wages, benefits and signing bonus included!

Qualifications: · High school education · Minimum one (1) year related driving experience · Class 3 driver’s license (air brake ticket) and clean driver’s abstract · Strong customer service skills · Knowledge of onboard truck computers · Willingness to work flexible shifts Apply at www. superiorpropane.com/careers.

Invermere Public Library has an opening for a Community Program Coordinator. For more information, visit our website at http:// invermere.bclibrary.ca and click on “Job Opportunities” under the “About Us” tab.

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 $22,000 O.B.O.. Call 1-403390-8755.

SERVICES Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Thank you for your votes.

Best of Business Awards!

We are grateful and appreciative of your support and loyalty.

“Blinds, Drapery, retractable screen doors and more.” 250-342-5749.

B.B.’s Home & Lawn Care Services: Residential cleaning, house checks, packing and small moves, lawn and handyman services. 250-688-2897 or 403861-8782.

SOLÉ DECOR N’ MORE

Custom Blinds/drapery/ upholstery/flooring. Hunter Douglas, Shade-O-Matic. Graber.

Serving Calgary/Columbia Valley.

Contact Brenda 403-861-8782, soledecor@shaw.ca, www.

Studio222calgary.com.

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

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.

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.

Peppi’s Pizza is hiring a part time/ full time dishwasher. Please come by to have a chat or send your resume to p.fuel@yahoo.ca.

Helna’s Stube is looking for P/T dishwasher, kitchen help and evening server. Email resume to mail@helnas.com or call 250-3470047.

Barista/Sales Person

Career Opportunity for a cheerful, responsible, energetic team member who would enjoy serving our customers and loves fresh pastries and coffee.

If you like to work in a welcoming, quickpaced, creative environment we would love to hear from you!

Apply with a resume at the Bakery Store or e-mail to office@invermerebakery.com The Invermere Bakery Downtown Invermere phone (250)342-4422 fax (250)342-4439 invermerebakery.com Open 7:30 am – 6 pm

Contract Cleaner Receptionist required in Invermere We are looking for a full-time Receptionist/Legal Assistant to join our Invermere team. The ideal candidate will have a customer service and/or office administration background, be energetic and outgoing and comfortable working in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities include providing administrative support to the lawyers and other senior staff, client communication, incoming and outgoing mail/faxes, filing, correspondence, answering phones, scheduling appointments and a variety of general office duties. Proficiency in Microsoft Word is required. Rockies Law Corporation provides competitive remuneration in a progressive and flexible work environment.

Please forward your resume with covering letter and references to jsievenpiper@rockieslaw.com.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Summer season June – October Offseason work may be available Need to work independently and also with others Must have own vehicle and cleaning supplies Flexible hours Job type: Contract Salary: $20 per hour Contact Dust-bunnies Cleaning 250-688-1471

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!

COOKS | SERVERS | OUTLET SUPERVISORS | SECURITY GUARDS PART-TIME SHUTTLE BUS DRIVER | RETAIL ASSOCIATES | ROOM ATTENDANTS We offer a competitive salary & benefits package with access to all Resort amenities, including golf, hot springs & skiing.

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

FairmontHotSprings.com 250.345.6070

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

WE’RE HIRING CULINARY

Full-time and part-time hours available for dishwashers, line cooks and chef de partie roles. Wages range from $13/hour - $20/hour depending on experience. Contact John Udell by email at judell@eagleranchresort.com or pop by with your resume.

FRONT OF HOUSE

Hiring an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager, Support Staff, Servers and Supervisors for full-time and/or part-time hours. Potential for year-round work. Contact Stefan Ellams by email at sellams@eagleranchresort.com or pop by with your resume.

TURF CARE

Hiring all Turf Care positions. Full-time hours available, wage based on experience. Contact Mike Warriner via email at mwarriner@ eagleranchresort.com, pop by with a resume or call 250-342-1066.

28 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

Restoration, removal and renovations

By James Rose, Special to The Pioneer

COLUMBIA VALLEY BETTER AT HOME Is looking for motivated

Self-employed House Cleaners to provide light housekeeping for Seniors.

Contact Family Dynamix for details 250-342-5566 or 250-342-1110.

Resource, Development & Advocacy

Better at Home is funded by the Government of British Columbia.

United Way helping seniors remain independent.

Snow Whyte Restoration is pleased to officially open for business in the Columbia Valley, providing professional restoration services in a wide variety of applications including vehicles, docks, log homes, concrete basements, driveways and more.

“We pride ourselves in offering the easiest, safest, and most affordable paint removal solution today,” says the Canal Flats based owner Colleen LeBlanc.

“Prior to setting up this business, I worked in the industrial trades for over 12 years as a National Construction Safety Officer and Site Management,” she added.

Along with her fiancée, the couple also recently purchased a home in the valley.

“I have been coming here for over two years. I love living here. My fiancée has been living here in the valley for over 25 years,” said Ms. LeBlanc.

Snow Whyte’s target market is residential, commercial or industrial.

“Basically anyone in need of surface preparation in a variety of areas such as wood, concrete, metal, etc. We can remove debris from just about any surface and make it look new for the second time.”

Akisqnuk First Nation

FINANCE SUPERVISOR Classification: Permanent | Term: Fulltime | Department: Finance

The Akisqnuk First Nation (AFN) is nestled in BC’s Columbia Valley, between Radium and Fairmont Hot Springs, adjacent to the town of Invermere. We are a growing organization and as a result, we are looking for someone to join our team in the Finance department.

POSITION SUMMARY The Finance Supervisor is responsible for working in conjunction and under the direction of the Senior Financial Officer to assist with the overall financial management of AFN, the financial reporting in accordance with appropriate regulations and governance, and overseeing financial audits. The Finance Supervisor is responsible for assisting with the overall financial planning, policy and process development for AFN. This position may be required to offer guidance in specified financial aspects of the AFN to staff and, occasionally, provide a leadership role to the Finance Department in the Senior Financial Officer’s absence. The Finance Supervisor is a member of the Finance team, playing a key role in assisting with the development and implementation of AFN’s strategic plan.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration. Preference may be given to qualifying Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) candidates.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role, with some experience in fund accounting.

• Experience in full cycle financial management and accounting, including payroll and benefits.

For a full job posting, please visit: www.akisqnuk.org Closing date: August 11, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. local time Please submit your cover letter and resume to: Kristi Kowalski CPA, CA Senior Financial Officer 3050 Hwy 93/95 Windermere, BC V0B 2L2 Fax: 250-342-9693 Email: kkowalski@akisqnuk.org Thank you for your interest in applying for this position.

Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

If you are unable to bring your car, truck or boat to them for a quick restoration, Snow Whyte will bring their equipment to you as they are a mobile company, enabling their workers to cover a large area from the Kootenays East and West and into Alberta.

“We presently have two employees along with two management - sales and estimator /safety,” commented Ms. LeBlanc.

As for future prospects, there appears to be a good opportunity for this niche.

“As far as we know, we are the only dustless blasting company in the area. Our business is offering an alternative to the long hours and back-breaking work of sanding off old dull coatings. Our cost effective, ecofriendly method can bring wood, concrete, stone, brick etc. back to life and look new once more,” said Ms. LeBlanc. “Our goal is to create employment, have a large and happy customer base and to introduce the area to the future of surface preparation. We will comply with environmental standards and use only non toxic envirofriendly abrasives which we will do so in a safe and economic manner.”

Management is currently in the process of creating a website and Facebook page.

“We are also looking forward to taking part in trade shows as well as car shows.”

Tony’s Greek Grill

In Fairmont

Fairmont Hot Springs

HELP WANTED SHORT ORDER GRILL COOK Experienced short order grill cook. Starting wage is $18-$25/hr depending on experience.

Call 250-345-6661 or email resume to tonysgreekgrill@gmail.com.

HELP WANTED Fairmont Subway in Fairmont Hot Springs is seeking F/T or P/T Servers. Please drop off resumes.

Fairmont Gas Plus in Fairmont Hot Springs is seeking F/T or P/T employees. Please drop off resumes.

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 29

Litter free is the way to be Watershed Wanderings

By Katie Watt Pioneer Columnist Have you ever seen a stray piece of plastic on the ground?

Perhaps resting on the side of the road, beside an overflowing disposal bin, or maybe even at the beach? Many of us see these pieces of litter and properly dispose of them, but sometimes they do go untouched. And often when this happens, wrappers, bags, bottles, and many other items inevitably end up in our water source.

The effects from litter can have negative and often disastrous impacts on aquatic ecosystems. Last year on September 25th, 2016, the Lake Windermere Ambassadors held a shoreline clean up that took place at both Kinsmen and James Chabot beaches. In total, 40 kilograms (~88 lbs) of trash was collected along our shorelines. Of that, some of the main pollutants were uniden-

tifiable bits of plastic (262 collected), foam pieces (75 collected), and cigarette butts (694 collected).

Plastic is no friend to aquatic environments; it’s often quite the opposite, in fact. While you can recycle many of them, they often get downcycled into a low grade product that is only functional for one more use.

Normally, instead of biodegrading, plastics break down into smaller pieces known as microplastics that become ingested by aquatic animals such as fish and birds. Plastics are also known to cause starvation, suffocation, infection, drowning, and entanglement to the organisms surrounding them. Pieces of styrofoam have similar effects, as they are often mistaken as food and can contain harmful chemicals that leach into water systems.

Cigarette butts are just as harmful to the lake as plastics and styrofoam, if not more. Like plastics, cigarettes are not biodegradable (tobacco itself is, but the other components are not). Within a cigarette, there are over 7,000 chemicals. While not all of these chemicals are harmful, many of them are - such as lead, arsenic, and formaldehyde. When cigarette butts are littered on the beach, many of these chemicals can enter the lake and could potentially cause death, among other things, to

Summer isn’t over yet!

Book your August Long Weekend advertising now!

N E W S PA P E R

For more information contact Amanda Nason or Dean Midyette at 250-341-6299 or e-mail amanda.nason@columbiavalleypioneer.com dean@columbiavalleypioneer.com to participate.

aquatic organisms.

While we are not here to advise you on what smoking does to your health, please consider what you do with a cigarette once you’re done with it.

It’s important to be aware of where our garbage goes, especially around Lake Windermere. As you may know, “Lake” Windermere is not actually a true lake, but is actually a river! Lake Windermere is a widening of the Columbia River, and when litter like this enters our waters it can have a larger impact than what we may think. This is because Lake Windermere directly connects to the Columbia Wetlands. The wetlands are a massively diverse ecosystem; in fact, they are home to 216 animal species such as birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and fish alike. It’s extremely important to be diligent about what pollutants enter the lake, because they may be deposited in the wetlands and other places down river. For us, we only see what happens at the tip of the iceberg, which is why it’s necessary to consider what our actions may have later on down the road (or river, in this case).

There are many ways to mitigate litter from things such as plastics, foam, and cigarettes.

Continued on page 32. . .

Regional District of East Kootenay REQUEST FOR QUOTE

Westview Operational Treatment Phase 2 - Machine Piling & Burning The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) invites proponents to prepare a quotation for a per hectare unit price for small tree slashing, machine slash piling, burning slash piles and grass seeding burn rings of 42.7 hectares of post harvesting area near Westview Estates south of Cranbrook, BC. The Westview Fuel Management Treatment Phase II Machine Piling and Burning Project is a Union of BC Municipalities Strategic Wildfire Prevention Initiative (SWPI) funded project.

SEALED ENVELOPES marked, “Regional District of East Kootenay - Westview Operational Treatment Phase 2” will be received by the Building & Protective Services Manager, Regional District of East Kootenay, 19 – 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 until 2:00 pm local time on August 22, 2017. Email submissions in PDF format to sbrown@rdek.bc.ca are acceptable prior to this date and time. Please quote title in subject line if submitting by email.

The Request for Quote packages are available now at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca A mandatory proponents meeting will be held on August 1st at 9am local time. Proponents planning to attend must RSVP to dgmurphy@telus.net prior to July 28th at 2pm local time to confirm their attendance.

The Regional District reserves the right to arbitrarily accept or reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities at its own discretion. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing the Regional District reserves the right to arbitrarily reject any bid submitted by a contractor that has a disputed account against or due by the Regional District or against whom the Regional District has a disputed account. The lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted and the Regional District reserves the right to negotiate terms and conditions with the successful Bidder.

Sanford Brown, RDEK Building & Protective Services Manager

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca Website: www.rdek.bc.ca

30 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

Stopping the debris flow in Fairmont

By Lorene Keitch Pioneer Staff

After a flood of debris swept through Fairmont Hot Springs five years ago, officials have been hard at work to ensure a similar incident never happens again.

The debris flow triggered a series of studies and steps to mitigate future disaster. The next phase of that work is scheduled for this fall.

The Fairmont Debris Flow Mitigation project is a response to a significant event in 2012 that forced the closure of the highway and Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, affecting multiple businesses and residences. There was a further event in 2013, both triggered by high water levels.

Amazingly, no lives were lost in the slide, given that it went down a popular hiking trail.

Following the slide, a geotechnical report was conducted which showed a large amount of debris above Fairmont in the

“This design will have us create two Fairmont Creek area that could cause fularge sediment basins, both upstream of ture problems.

In a town hall style meeting recently the golf course,” said Ms. Zandbergen. in Fairmont, the Regional District of East “We’ll be building several weirs through Kootenay (RDEK) spoke on the matter each basin. The weirs will contain debris and they will slow down material as it to roughly 50 residents.

“In 2012 we had a geoscience hazard moves through.”

Debris that and risk assessment does flow through completed. The as“The assessment indicated we have the phase two sessment indicated an unlimited amount of debris in the work should be we have an unFairmont creek watershed.” contained by the limited amount of phase one work debris in the FairKara Zandbergen, further down, she mont Creek waRDEK Engineering Technician described. tershed,” reported Kara Zandbergen, “The phases are meant to work engineering technician at the RDEK. “It also recommend- together,” explained Ms. Zandbergen.

Ms. Zandbergen confirmed this past ed a number of mitigation measures for spring a small amount of debris did come us to consider.”

Phase two will include a clearing of down during spring runoff, and “the debris from the previous debris flows to works performed exactly as they were deallow space for future debris to come signed. Everything was contained.”

Ironclad Earthworks out of Calgary down.

was awarded the contract by the RDEK at their last regular board meeting, Friday, July 7th.

The first phase of the project, which included widening of the Fairmont Creek channel from Marble Canyon to a pond/ debris trap at the Mountainside Golf Course and the construction of debris containment berms on both sides of the creek, was completed in spring 2015.

Phase three of the project is the installation of a rain gauge; that has already happened. Ms. Zandbergen says the rain gauge, placed near the top of the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Ski Hill, will measure precipitation, temperature and snow depth.

“We want to use that to develop an early warning system,” she explained.

Phases two and three were 100 per cent funded by the Emergency Management BC, for a total of $1,473,880, announced in spring 2016.

Box 159, 8853 Grainger Road Canal Flats B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 • Fax 250-349-5460 Email village@canalflats.ca PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE – BENNY BOYZ VENTURES LTD BYLAW AMENDMENTS – CANAL FLATS The Council of the Village of Canal Flats is considering an application by Benny Boyz Ventures Ltd to amend the Village of Canal Flats Official Community Plan #50, 2005 and Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw # 900, 1992. If approved, the amendments will change the land use designation and rezone the property. The subject property is located at Lot 1, District Lot 110, Kootenay District Plan 6728 Except Plans 6892, 7316, 9038, 14609 and NEP87168, Grainger Road.

Bylaw No. 189 cited as “Village of Canal Flats Official Community Plan No. 50, 2005 - Amendment Bylaw No. 189, 2017 (Benny Boyz Ventures Ltd)” will amend the land use designation to Residential Infill and by including it in the Urban Containment Boundary.

Bylaw No. 188 cited as “Village of Canal Flats Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 188, 2017 (Benny Boyz Ventures Ltd)” will rezone the property from A-2 (Rural Residential Country) Zone to Comprehensive Development Zone 1 (CD1) and R-1 Single Family Residential.

The Public Hearing will be held at: Canal Flats Civic Centre 8911 Dunn Street, Canal Flats, BC Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 6:30 pm 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 Village Office in Canal Flats from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/ numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact the Village of Canal Flats office.

Sylvie Hoobanoff, Corporate Officer July 2017

Knapsters

The annual Toby Benches Society weed pull drew about 20 local residents to Lake Lillian on Thursday, July 20th to rip knapweed and other invasives. Submitted photo

Enter to Win

Complete the survey...

WIN $1,000!

... TWO $1,000 CASH PRIZES AVAILABLE TO BE WON ENTER AT: www.pulseresearch.com/invermere/

July 28, 2017

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 31

FAITH

You are enough, just as you are The Rev. Laura J Hermakin Windermere Valley Shared Ministry A beautiful prayer from the Christian mystic and theologian, Julian of Norwich, says: “God, of your goodness give me yourself, for you are enough for me.

And only in you do I have everything.” Most people of faith would agree with this prayer, and with the assertion that God is enough for any of us in seeking fulfillment in our lives. If we honour our spiritual lives, we will find refreshment and peace in the gifts of God in creation and in ourselves.

Yet, the thing we often struggle with most is believing and understanding that we are also enough – just as we are, as we were made to be – for God and anyone else.

Knowing that you’re enough means you were made to be you, as you are, on purpose. It’s no mistake that you are this person, in this place, at this time. You’re enough as you are, beautiful and broken, participating in life as best you can. You don’t have to work for approval or have your worth judged. You don’t have to be, do, or have more to be who you are meant to be nor do you need to

strive to become more of anything – precious, adequate, loved – because you’re all of those things already.

Of course, recognizing your value neither means that you’re done growing, nor that you’re perfect – no one is!

You can grow, change, and continue to become, because you aren’t trying to prove yourself. Undoubtedly, there are things you might want to be more of: open, honest, authentic, free, connected, intentional, purposeful?

These things aren’t about changing you, but about being yourself. Knowing your value doesn’t mean that you don’t need anyone, rather, it means understanding how much you need. When you honour your value, it’s easier to ask for help as you know your imperfections don’t reflect on your worth. We all make mistakes, everyday!

It’s helpful to remember that our relationship with God and others begins in God. We are created in the image of God, every one of us! Humans frequently choose to separate themselves from God, the rest of the created world, and each other. It’s that separation that causes us pain. Jesus, as a fully integrated person, in full relation with humanity, creation, and God, is the emblem of the restoration God wants for all of us. To live a life of simplicity, it helps to know God and to know yourself.

Here is the unbelievable truth: you are enough. You are enough, because you were made in the image of God and carry God’s spirit within you. That is the goodness of God.

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, July 30th 10:00 a.m.

CELEBRATION SUNDAY, “Love Your Neighbour – Fear Factor” …

Pastor Trevor Hagan ministering. The Lord’s Supper will be served.

“K.I.D.S.” Church during the Morning Service.

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

WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY ANGLICAN-UNITED Worship every Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

Children & Youth Sunday School at 10:30 a.m.

Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, March - Dec. 9 a.m.: All Saint’s, Edgewater 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m.: June - October at St. Peter’s Windermere Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.ca VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Sunday 10 a.m.: Worship Services.

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

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

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

Father John • 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

NOTICE

Grilling and chilling . . .

On Saturday, July 22nd, Columbia Valley Food Bank hosted a barbecue at Home Hardware. Helping at the event were volunteers Nesta Becker (left), Tom MacRae and Ron Stainthorpe. The event raised more than $1,500 in sales and donations.

Submitted photo

Effective Friday, July 14th, 2017 our deadline for booking classified ads is Friday at noon. #8, 1008 - 8th Avenue PO Box 868, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

N E W S PA P E R

Ph: 250-341-6299 info@columbiavalleypioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

32 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

July 28, 2017

YOUR MONEY

An Example of Stock Valuation

As discussed in the last article (July 14th), there are four basic stock pricing ratios used when determining the fair value and expected future growth potential of a stock: the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio, the Price-toBook (P/B) ratio, the Price-to-Earnings Growth (PEG) ratio and the dividend yield. It was also discussed that each calculation matters little on its own, and should always be used in conjunction with the results of another.

Today, we’ll use some real world examples to try and determine whether certain stocks could currently be considered fairly priced, overvalued or underpriced.

US automakers Perhaps one of the most famous examples from 2017 of questionable stock prices is a comparison of the three largest U.S. automakers by market capitalization: General Motors, Ford and Tesla.

This past April, Tesla blew past GM and Ford as the most valuable U.S. auto firm. As of June 20th, Tesla’s market cap exceeded $61.1 billion U.S., with GM trailing behind at $51.9 billion U.S. and Ford at $43.6 billion U.S. So, Tesla must be manufacturing more vehicles than GM or Ford, right? Wrong. Tesla delivered fewer than 80,000 vehicles globally last year, compared to GM’s 10 million and Ford’s 6.7 million. So if that’s the case, they must have higher annual revenues and net income, right?

No. Ford had annual revenue of $151.8 billion and net income of $26 billion in 2016, while Tesla posted annual revenue of $7 billion and an operating loss of $2.3

billion.

So with these figures in mind, how can Tesla be worth more than GM or Ford? Let’s apply the valuation measures discussed last week.

Looking at the numbers An average P/E ratio is 16 times earnings, with lower numbers indicating a stock may be trading at a lower than normal price. The current P/E ratios of GM, Ford and Tesla are 5.33, 11.96 and negative, respectively. The negative number in Tesla’s case is due to the loss in 2016 and is not an indicator of value. Therefore, based upon P/E ratios alone, GM and Ford are underpriced, and Tesla is inconclusive.

Current P/B ratios paint a similar picture. The P/B ratio measures the value of a company if it were to close and sell off its components. A ratio of 1.0 or lower is considered best value. The current P/B ratios of GM, Ford and Tesla are 1.13, 1.45 and 12.25, respectively. This indicates GM would offer the best value with Ford a close second. Tesla shareholders would likely not recover their investment.

While speculative, the PEG ratio could also be considered. A PEG ratio of 1 indicates fair value, while a ratio of less than 1 indicates the stock is undervalued. A negative PEG ratio means that either the current earnings are negative, or the future earnings could decline.

Based on this information, GM’s PEG ratio of 3.87 means their stock is overvalued, Ford’s ratio of 0.066 indicates an undervaluation and possible buy signal, and

. . . ‘Litter’ from 29 Properly disposing of garbage and recycling in the proper bins is one of the biggest things, but also making an effort to use less wasteful items, such as reusable containers instead of saran wrap, is also important. And, if you’re especially keen on reducing your waste, the Lake Windermere Ambassadors will be holding a shoreline cleanup on August 26th for Love Your Columbia Day, and another later on in September. We encourage that you consider joining to help

Tesla’s -1.41 is generally unfavorable.

Last but not least, dividend yield. GM, Ford and Tesla currently post annual yields of 4.42, 5.34 and 0 per cent, respectively. This means that investors are being paid to hold GM and Ford stock, while Tesla shareholders are not.

Conclusion Interestingly, both GM and Ford scored favourably on three out of four measures, while Tesla scored 0. In fact, Tesla appears to be either overvalued, or have insufficient data for assigning a value. So why are people willing to pay a premium for their shares?

The answer is, Tesla is a pure growth investment.

Shareholders expect that Tesla’s technology and innovation will propel their share price upwards in short order.

This is exemplified by the fact that they have priced a large growth premium into Tesla’s share value. This is an example of one of those intangible factors mentioned in the last article that are nearly impossible to measure mathematically: investor sentiment.

So are Tesla shares a good investment? That depends on one’s investment objectives, risk tolerance and indeed, sentiment. The same is true for Ford or GM shares, even though the math supports them. Just because a stock appears to be a good buy on paper, or due to future expectations, does not mean it is a good buy. If you have further questions, be sure to discuss them with your financial advisor, who can help point you in the right direction.

keep not only Lake Windermere a clean and safe environment, but the rest of the Columbia River, too.

If you’re interested in volunteering for a shoreline cleanup with the Lake Windermere Ambassadors or just in general, please contact us by email at intern@lakeambassadors.ca or by phone at 250-341-6898.

Katie Watt is the Summer Student for the Lake Windermere Ambassadors.

Email her at intern@lakeambassadors.ca or call the office at 250-341-6898.

GIC Rates

as of July 24th

Brendan Donahue BCOMM, CIM, FCSI

Senior Investment Advisor Insurance Agent

Sara Worley CIM®, FCSI®

Investment Advisor Insurance Agent

Investments, Insurance & Financial Planning Manulife Securities Incorporated is a Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and a Member of the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada. Stocks, bonds, financial planning and mutual funds are offered through Manulife Securities Incorporated. Insurance products and services are offered through Manulife Securities Insurance Agency. The Manulife Securities logo and the Block Design are trademarks of The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and are used by it, and by its affiliates under license.

Holly Jones BA,

Investment Associate, Insurance Agent

Free consultations! • Ph: 250-342-2112 • Fax: 250-342-2113 • 530 13th Street , Invermere • www.invermereadvisors.com

1 yr 2 yr 3 yr 4 yr 5 yr

2.40% 2.60% 2.65% 2.70% 2.85%

*Rates subject to change without notice.