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November 30, 2007

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HOLOCAUST HEROES—Casey Scheffer, left, pictured here with Dr. Ruth Tenenholz, middle, and his wife Toni, was honoured in Calgary. The Scheffer family saved the lives of Dr. Tenenholz’s parents during the Holocaust.

Scheffer family honoured

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Staff It was an emotion-packed event when Casey and Toni Scheffer of Invermere travelled to Calgary last week, where Casey’s parents posthumously received a special award from an organization called the Commission for the Designation of the Righteous.

Cornelus and Hendrijke Scheffer hid a young Jewish couple in their home in a small town in Holland for two years during the Second World War, risking their own lives as well as those of their six children.

Their oldest son Casey was also involved in the rescue of the Prins couple, since he brought them to the house on his bicycle. A young man in his early 20s at the time, Casey said only the three older Scheffer children even knew that the Prins couple was hiding in their home. The younger children were never told in case they accidentally revealed the family’s secret, he said.

David and Betje Prins hid in the Scheffer household from May 1943 to May 1945, when the war ended. They lived in two rooms which were always kept locked, and had a secret compartment in the wall where they hid when the German soldiers searched the premises. Their two young daughters were also hidden in other homes by Dutch neighbours.

After the war, the Prins couple went on to have two more daughters. One of them. Dr. Ruth Samuel Tenenholtz, was born in 1946 and now lives in Israel.

She was instrumental in having the Scheffer family recognized for their extraordinary heroism. They received an extremely rare and prestigious award naming them members of the “Righteous Among the Nations.”

Dr. Tenenholtz flew to Calgary last week, where she was united with Casey and other members of the Scheffer family, all of whom emigrated to Canada in 1951. Between 200 and 300 people attended the ceremony. Also in attendance was Alberta premier Ed Stelmach, and representatives from both the Dutch and Israeli consulates.

“Dr. Ruth Tenenholtz gave a very emotional speech about the efforts of Casey’s parents,” said his wife Tony. “By the end of her speech, there was not one dry eye in the whole house.”

Members of the Scheffer family in attendance included three of Casey’s four children—Jami, Peter and Arnold, all from Invermere—and several grandchildren. Dozens of Scheffers attended the event, including four nephews who came all the way from Whitehorse to hear about the heroism of their grandparents.

The Scheffers were the subject of a Calgary Sun article, as well as an item on Global TV, Toni said.

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 3

November 30, 2007

VALLEY NEWS Invermere, Cardel agree on prices for non-market housing on 15th Avenue

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff District of Invermere Council approved an ammendment to its official community plan to allow increased density for Cardel Resorts West 15th development, after agreeing to price controls on 39 of the 138 housing units the project will comprise.

According to District of Invermere Chief Administrator Chris Prosser, the 39 price-controlled units will range from $189,000 to $300,000 per unit, based on the size and configuration.

Council members applauded Cardel Resorts for leading the way and helping Invermere address an ongoing shortage of attainable housing for working-class families.

“I’d like to thank Cardel,” Councillor Ray Brydon commented, “for coming forward with this proposal and stepping up to the plate. It’s exciting.”

The proposal dovetails with Invermere’s effort to establish a public housing authority and housing

agreements that will determine the criteria by which the homes can be bought and sold.

Mr. Prosser said the prices—which will be limited to cost-of-living increases and a percentage point to be determined by the housing authority—represent a worst-case scenario and could decrease.

“Costs have continued to increase and the developer has had little luck securing long-term pricing from contractors,” he said. “Reductions in price may be achieved by seeking funding from B.C. Housing, the provincial and federal governments, partnerships with local contractors and, potentially, charitable tax receipts.”

Councillor Gerry Taft said he agrees with the concept, but is concerned that the homes will still be unattainable by the market segment they are designed to help.

“It’s a huge commitment,” he said. “I am concerned—not convinced—that these prices are above the market rate in this area.”

Mr. Prosser said council can still nix the deal if the

final prices don’t meet the needs of the target market.

“It’s that median type of income we’re trying to address,” he said. “If we don’t reach the prices we want, staff will come back with a recommendation to repeal this bylaw.”

District of Invermere Councillor Bob Campsall said the bylaw might not be perfect but establishes an inventory of homes the proposed housing authority can use to get the ball rolling.

“We’re finding our way here,” he said. “We’re doing our best to keep those prices down. The real value here are the future transactions. I think it’s a good move on our part.”

Invermere Mayor Mark Shmigelsky agreed. “These are still big numbers to a lot of us and we look at them and raise our eyebrows,” he said. “There’s still a way to go and we look forward to working with Cardel in moving forward.”

Cardel’s West 15th development is proposed for lots on Invermere’s west side, between 14th and 15th Avenues, not far from Westside Park.

District recruiting public advisors

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff Are you feeling shut out of the planning process and want to get involved? Now is your chance. The District of Invermere is recruiting members of the public to serve on two new committees, an Advisory Planning Committee and Advisory Design Panel.

District of Invermere Chief Administrative Officer Chris Prosser said move is a response to a desire within the community for more opportunities to participate.

“Through ongoing surveying and focus group research,” he told Invermere council on Tuesday

night, “the community has identified a desire to participate within the community development process. This is a tool to engage the public in the decisions of council.”

The district, he said, has engaged ad hoc committees to deal with specific issues, but the introduction of the new committee and panel will provide a diverse opinion of the issues that arise within the community.

“I think it will be interesting to see who steps up to the plate,” Invermere Councillor Sarah Bennett commented.

Five members are being sought for each committee. The Advisory Planning Committee will

review planning issues as requested by council and staff. The role of the Design Review Panel is to advise council on the design merits of development permit applications.

In other communities facing such rapid growth, Mr. Prosser commented, the creation of these committees has provided a unique educational opportunity for residents and staff as well, and are very useful when focused on specific issues.

Both committees, Mr. Prosser said, will be expected to adhere to tight time schedules. “We do have a level of service we have to maintain,” he said.

Council, he said, reserves the right to disband the committees at any time.

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RCMP Report

By RCMP Staff Sergeant Doug Pack Columbia Valley Detachment • Nov. 22: At about 11:50 p.m., RCMP observed a pick-up truck pulling out of the Horsethief Pub parking lot in Radium. After following the truck for a short distance, the officer observed the truck swerving side to side. At this point, the police officer pulled the truck over and checked the female driver, who told police she had drunk “two beer.”

The officer made a road-side demand for breath samples and the “approved screening device” registered a “Fail.”

This was followed with the what is commonly referred to as the “breathalyzer demand,” and the driver was escorted to the detachment office to provide breath samples. Two samples were taken and analyzed at 160 mg per cent and 150 mg percent. RCMP are recommending charges of “impaired driving” and “drive over 80 mg percent” against the Invermere resident. She is scheduled to appear in court in February.

• Nov. 22: At 5:58 a.m., RCMP were called to a report of a red truck having been involved in a crash on Windermere Loop Road. When RCMP arrived on scene, there was nobody around the truck. Police later learned that a snowmobile was overturned up the road. A search of the area revealed a

total of two snowmobiles, a trailer and the pickup. RCMP spoke with the owners of the vehicle and the snowmobiles, and it seems that they were stolen from two different properties overnight. Police are continuing their investigation.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the RCMP at (250) 342-9292 or Crimestoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS).

• Nov. 22: At around 5:50 p.m., RCMP were called to a house in Athalmer because the occupant had apparently made threats to another person. The caller said that the offender was high on drugs. Police could not locate the suspect until two hours later when he returned to the house. RCMP arrested a 38-year-old Invermere man without incident for Breach of Probation. He is scheduled to appear in Invermere Provincial Court on January 21, 2008.

• Nov. 24: At around 1:30 a.m., RCMP stopped a white Pontiac Sunfire speeding southbound on Hwy 93/95.

The driver, a 21-year-old Calgary man, showed signs of alcohol impairment and the “approved screening device” demand was given, and the resulting breath sample registered a “fail” on the instrument. The driver was then read the breath demand and taken back to Continued on Page 30 . . .

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 5

November 30, 2007

Eileen Madson parents targeted in anti-idling campaign

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff The District of Invermere is targeting the parents of K-3 students at Eileen Madson Primary School who drive their children to school, in an effort to reduce traffic and lower greenhouse gas emissions within the district.

District council approved a $9,600 Union of British Columbia Municipalities grant application to the Community Health Promotion Fund to establish a Walking School Bus and Anti-Idling pilot project.

“In its simplest terms,” Invermere Councillor Sarah Bennett said, “this is parents walking their kids to school. It’s just a matter of establishing good habits.”

According to Invermere Chief Administrator Chris Prosser, traffic before and after school is getting increasingly worse as a result of increasingly limited bus routes, the busy schedules of parents and the fact that all three school in Invermere are within 500 metres of each other.

Students are continuing to be driven to school, he said, and the results include traffic congestion, a decrease in air quality at the schools, a decreasing level of daily physical activity among students and immeasurable negative health effects associated with inhalation of vehicle emissions.

The Idle Free Walking School Bus has two parts. Firstly, parents coordi-

nate to share the daily responsibilities of walking along a “walking bus route” and picking up children along the way.

The Walking School Bus has scheduled stops, just like a regular school bus, where it picks up “riders” as it makes its way to the schools.

Secondly, the “Idle Free” education component of the project ensures that when the students arrive at school, by foot or by vehicle, the cars, buses and other vehicles parked at the school have their engines turned off instead of idling.

This part of the pilot project involves “Idle Free Zone” street signage and bumper stickers, the distribution of educational brochures and presentations at the schools throughout the year.

The objectives of the program are to improve student health by increasing the number of students walking to school in 2008 and to reduce the number of students being driven to school and the total idling time for vehicles at schools in 2008.

Mr. Prosser said the project was a result of an ideas competition among district managers.

Although the funding is a one-time, first-year grant, Mr. Prosser noted, the project should require little, if any, financial investment and only in-kind support to ensure it continues beyond the first year.

“I’d like to see something like this last four or five years. It’s a great initiative,” Mayor Mark Shmigelsky said.

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PERSPECTIVE

November 30, 2007

Historical Lens

Make local shops your first stop

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher

Shopping local requires a firm commitment to supporting valley businesses, one that we heartily endorse.

The ease of shopping over the internet, plus the lure of Calgary shopping malls, are factors in many shopping plans this season. Those huge malls provide a wide selection of merchandise not found here, and price is sometimes, although not always, a factor.

Having said that, it is incumbent upon us as valley supporters to give the local retailers our best shot before heading to the bright lights.

As the business community grows throughout the valley, each year sees a bigger and better selection of goods. A few years ago we did not have a toy store, an art gallery, two pharmacies, and four bargain stores - to name but a few.

The valley has two well-stocked hardware stores and three furniture stores. It has several shops offering beautiful women’s clothing that attract shoppers from Calgary here, rather than the other way around.

Most of all, what the valley can offer is service and convenience. It’s so easy to shop here, without driving through the park in bad weather, searching for a parking spot, and then battling the crowds. Factor in the cost of gas and parking and you’re probably better off financially to stay home.

Don’t even think about trying to find somebody to wait on you in a Calgary store, since Alberta is plagued with a labour shortage that has affected service in every business. Plan to spend 90 minutes trying to get served in a Calgary restaurant. Such is not the case here, where shoppers can be waited on immediately and receive friendly and courteous service.

Now that stores in Invermere are opening late on Friday evenings, there are even more opportunities to shop in an intimate and stress-free setting.

Go to Calgary if you must, but first make a thorough browse through our valley businesses. You might just save yourself a trip.

This unidentified man is aiming a gun outside Billy Dempster’s cabin, located along Toby Creek above the Jumbo fork.

The year is unknown. The source of the photo is M. Laird.

Photo courtesy of Windermere District Historical Society

Tasers not the problem Dear Editor: Thank you for a thoughtful letter regarding the use of tasers. I agree that a moratorium on their use is not appropriate at this time. As for the rest of your editorial, I think that your myopic view has caused you to miss the point entirely!

The inexcusable use of the taser in this particular instance was only the final act in a litany of shameful conduct by our uncivil servants. Each one of the people involved forgot that they are there to serve the public to the best of their ability. They are there to show courtesy and compassion, not indifference. As for the police, they should be forced to remove “To Serve and Protect” as false advertising.

There are far too many instances of police brutality, including the use of tasers, to make it anything but an epidemic. Statistics show that 80 per

cent of all instances of taser use (Canada) involve compliance issues rather than the reduction of danger to the officer and public. It has become a matter of “do as you are told or I will taser you.” In other words, one more police bullying tactic.

Again, I agree that there should not be a moratorium on tasers, they are not the problem. Police attitudes towards those that they serve is the problem. There should be moratoriums on police brutality, police investigating police, police coverups, and convicted criminals working as police officers.

Would it have been so difficult for the RCMP to spend ten minutes trying to calm the gentleman down, rather than taking 23 seconds to taser him?

Would that not have been the “decent” thing to do?

Unfortunately, that is the attitude of police today.

Michael Meehan, Invermere

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Lake Windermere Resort no Coeur d’Alene Resort Dear Editor: Re: “Developer gathers input on new lakeside resort.”

If Doug McIntosh seriously believes his Lake Windermere Resort scheme has anything even remotely in common with the Coeur d’Alene Resort, then our community is in serious trouble, particularly if he is given permission to pursue the development as proposed.

Coeur d’Alene Resort was built in the 1980s as a destination resort hotel on one of the larger freshwater lakes in the Pacific Northwest (more than three times the size of Lake Windermere).

When it opened in 1986, it was serviced by a small city of 20,000 with a network of streets and boulevards providing multiple points of access and egress.

By comparison, what Mr. McIntosh proposes is more apartment-style condos constructed in high-rise style, like his adjacent Lake Windermere Pointe development. And like that project, these units will most often be marketed as short-term rentals by their own-

ers. A marina, like the one that is the focal point of Coeur d’Alene Resort, is a physical impossibility anywhere on Lake Windermere, and any significant increase in boat traffic on this small lake is environmentally unsustainable.

Plus, Mr. McIntosh is not the only developer who wants to build a Coeur d’Alene Resort at the north end of the lake. Stoneset’s Vista Del Lago (formerly Octagon Waterside) proposes a 144-room hotel, 570 condominiums and 45,000 square feet of commercial space just across the bay. And all of this is supposed to be serviced by a village of 3,000 that is accessed by a single road.

Neither of these proposals contains even an ounce of the vision and devotion to community exhibited by Duane Hagadone when he developed the Coeur d’Alene Resort. If allowed to proceed, this town will be an unliveable mess for the next decade.

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November 30, 2007

World Cup races thrill spectators at Panorama

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff Hundreds of bell-ringing spectators braved the cold to soak up the excitement of last weekend’s Telus World Cup at Panorama Mountain Village.

The atmosphere was electric as local valley residents watched the cream of international athletes and media descend on their home mountain.

Maple leaves decorated many supporters’ faces and frantic flag-wearers were also out in force at the finishing line.

Unfortunately, Canada did not fare too well against its mostly European competitors, but that did not deter many people from cheering every athlete on with a vengeance, whatever their nationality.

Cries of “Austria, Austria” could be heard in the crowd on Sunday as last season’s World Cup Slalom champion Marlies Schild of Austria clinched the Telus Panorama Slalom race, making her victorious in six of her last seven World Cup Slalom races.

Marlies Schild, who was the leader after the opening run, won in a two-run combined time of 1:39:95 (one minute and 39.95 seconds). She was followed

by Sarka Zahrobska of the Czech Republic in second place and Croatian Ana Jelusic in third, as two days of exciting World Cup racing wrapped up at Panorama Mountain Village.

Six members of the Canadian Alpine Ski Team all finished the first run, but were not fast enough to qualify in the top 30 on Sunday. They were Emily Brydon, Emilie Desforges, Anna Goodman, Megan Ryley, Kate Ryley and Eve Routhier.

Anna Goodman, from Pointe Claire, Quebec, finished Sunday’s first run in 35th place to be the top Canadian.

“I was definitely hoping to be in the Top 30 today, I mean I was close but hopefully next time,” said Goodman, competing in just the sixth World Cup Slalom of her career.

“We have a young team with a lot of work to do.

But we have to keep pushing each other and some day we will get to where we want to be,” she added.

As for the other Canadian results in Sunday’s first run, Megan Ryley (Toronto) was 50th, while Emily Brydon (Fernie), who used the event as training for Super Combined races later this year, was 51st. Eve Routhier (Sherbrooke) ended up 53rd, Emilie Desforges (Montréal) finished 57th and Kate Ryley was 60th.

Saturday’s Giant Slalom race was won by Denise Karbon of Italy, who clinched the title with a combined time of 2:42:71, followed by Austrian Elizabeth Goergl in second and Manuela Moelgg of Italy in third place.

Sunday’s Slalom champion Marlies Child was placed fourth out of the 70 women who competed in the Giant Slalom races on Saturday.

The Giant Slalom combined both Hay Fever and Old Timer runs, with the fastest 30 going through to the second run.

Again, six Canadian Alpine Ski Team members: Emily Brydon, Britt Janyk, Gail Kelly, Emilie Desforges, Marie-Pier Prefontaine and Invermere favourite Christina Lustenberger competed in the first run.

But none of the Canadian ladies were fast enough to qualify and Christina, unfortunately, crashed and did not finish the first run.

Women’s team head coach Marjan Cernigoj said they were hoping to learn from the experience in Panorama and get better each race.

“We put a lot of young girls in for the experience.

We did not have high expectations. Anna Goodman is our best slalom skier at the moment and I think we saw really good skiing from her.”

The Canadian Women’s team is now in Lake Louise for the Bombardier Lake Louise World Cup. They began their training on Wednesday, with the Downhill and Super G races scheduled for the weekend.

The Downhill is on Saturday and the Super G is on Sunday. Both races start at 11:30 a.m.

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Encore

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY

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

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HOEDOWN

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Out & About Alice Hale and Doris Penner sang with the Valley Voices Community Choir at the Light Up Event.

Valley Voices has two public concerts planned for December 6 and 7.

Photo by Brian Geis

Valley Voices Concert · Christ Church Trinity

Valley Voices Christmas Concert at Christ Church Trinity on Dec 6th & 7th at 7:30 pm. Tickets at Dave’s, Essentials & Pynelogs.

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November 30, 2007

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lieu of a regular curriculum, Mr. Watts reads from Charles Dickens’ novel, Great Expectations. Regular school days provide a sense of security, as well as an imaginative escape from the terror of the children’s lives.

However, the study of Great Expectations has an unexpected malignant result.

Matilda becomes so obsessed with Pip, the protagonist of Great Expectations, that she prints the name of her imaginary friend in the sand on the beach. Discovering that shrine, the soldiers believe the village is harboring a rebel named Pip. The consequences are beyond imagination.

Jones’ novel is a gripping testament to the resilience of youth in the face of hardship and to the life-altering power of literature.

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MUSIC • VISUAL ARTS • DINING • BAR SCENE • ENTERTAINMENT • PERFORMANCE ARTS Sunday, December 2nd: • 12:30 pm: Super Sunday Santa Claus Parade in Invermere. Stores open for Christmas shopping.

• 1-6 pm: Free Christmas dinner at Copper Point Golf Club. Bring an item for the Food Bank.

Out & About Please call 341-6299 or Email us at upioneer@telus.net to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Monday, December 3rd: • Ladies’ Night Out, Lake Windermere Alliance Church. Guest Brenda Peters. For info: 347-7750.

Toby Theatre • 7:30 pm, Dec. 5-8: Dan in Real Life • 7:30 pm, Dec. 12-15: Martian Child

Tuesday, December 4th: • 7 pm: Windermere Valley Snowmobile Society meets at NAPA in Invermere.

Friday, November 30th: • 2-4 pm: Last distribution day for Coats for Families, Family Resource Centre, Invermere.

• 4-8 pm: 14th original Christmas Craft Sale, Invermere Hall. Admission $1, proceeds to Windermere Valley Child Care Society. For info: 342-1475.

• 6:30 pm: Radium Christian Fellowship’s Christmas celebration, Radium Resort. Dinner specials, music door prizes. Tickets $20 each. For info: 342-6359.

Saturday, December 1st: • 9 am-2 pm: Third annual arts, crafts, produce and rummage sale at the high school to support the Greenhouse Project. Table rentals $25 each. For info: Joanne Bragg at 342-9213, ext. 143.

• 9 am-noon: Books Are Fun - Annual Christmas Sale, hundreds of books and gifts at the Valley Christian Assembly, across from the Skookum Inn. • 10am-4pm: 14th original Christmas Craft Sale, Invermere Hall. Admission $1. For info: 342-1475.

• 10 am-2 pm: Christmas Craft Fair and Lunch, Edgewater Community Hall. Crafters who want tables, call Phyllis at 347-9673.

• 10 am: Christmas Stories and Crafts for Preschoolers, Radium Public Library.

• 10 am: Grand opening, Syndicate Boardshop, in former Reddi-Mart location, Athalmer. Free draws and giveaways all day.

• Noon-2 pm: Skate with Santa, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. Free hot dogs for kids 12 and under.

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• 7 pm: Snowflake Ball, hosted by Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce at the Lions Hall. Live band, hot buffet, door prizes. Call 342-2844 to reserve.

• 7:30 pm: Rockies Hockey Team plays Revelstoke Grizzlies, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

Wednesday, December 5th: • 7 pm: Lake Windermere Rowing Club, Annual General Meeting, Quiniscoe Board Room, 906B8th Avenue, Invermere. All members and interested persons welcome., For info: 342-6494.

• 7:30 pm: Valley Voices Community Choir Christmas Concert, Christ Church Trinity. Tickets $12 adults, $5 students, $2 for children under six, at Dave’s Book Bar, Essentials, and Trims & Treasures in Fairmont.

Saturday, December 8th : • 10 am-noon, 1-3 pm: Visit Santa at the Prestige Inn in Radium. Admission by donation. Bring your own camera. Fundraiser for Columbia Valley Family Violence Prevention Society.

• Noon-8 pm: Doreen’s Avon Open House, 4836 Stanley Street, Radium.

• 7:30 pm: Rockies Hockey Team plays Princeton Posse, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

Thursday, December 13th: • 7 pm: David Thompson Secondary School band concert. Silver collection at the door.

Friday, December 14th :

• 6:30 pm: Anne & Terry’s Food Extravaganza at the Lions’ Hall. Sample our Christmas goodies and load up your freezer with baking, casseroles and more.

Tickets $35 each, with $10 towards buying a family Christmas. Tickets are limited. Call 688-5071.

• 7-9 pm: Pharmasave in Invermere hosts Ladies’ Night, with free gifts to the first 50 ladies, demonstrations, refreshments, door prizes. For info: 342-8877.

• 7:30 pm: Valley Voices Community Choir Christmas Concert, Christ Church Trinity. Tickets $12 adults, $5 students, $2 for children under six, at Dave’s Book Bar, Essentials, and Trims & Treasures in Fairmont.

• 4 pm: Wings Over the Rockies annual general meeting, followed by regular board meeting, at Pynelogs Centre.

• 5:30 pm: Invermere Rotary Club presents the Dinner for Seniors, Invermere Inn. To register, call 342-4242.

• 6:45 pm: CPR Holiday Train arrives in Radium.

Entertainment by Wide Mouth Mason and Melanie Doan. Bring food item or cash for the food bank.

• Today is the deadline for donating food items or cash towards the Christmas Bureau’s food hampers.

To donate an Angel Tree gift, visit the children’s Angel Tree at Dairy Queen or the adult and teen Angel Tree at Dave’s Book Bar. For info: Gail, 342-6752 or Helen, 342-6789. If you are making up your own hamper, drop it off at the Invermere Community Hall from 8 am to noon on December 19th.

Friday, December 7th :

Saturday, December 15th :

• 9 am: Regional District of East Kootenay monthly general meeting, Cranbrook.

• 10 am-noon, 1-3 pm: Visit Santa at the Prestige Inn. Admission by donation. Bring your own camera.

Fundraiser for Columbia Valley Family Violence Prevention Society.

• Noon-8 pm: Doreen’s Avon Open House, 4836 Stanley Street, Radium.

• 7 pm: Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club open house at Columbia Cycle sports store. Free ski tuning/waxing demos and advice, ski lesson registration, early season membership discounts. For info: 341-1737.

• 7:30 pm: Rockies Hockey Team plays Chase Chiefs, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

• 7:30 pm: Rockies Hockey Team plays Sicamous Eagles, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

Thursday, December 6th:

Sunday, December 16th : • 2 pm: Children’s Christmas Party, Windermere Community Hall. Santa, free goodie bags, and hot chocolate.

Wednesday, December 19th : • Christmas Hamper distribution day. Donors must deliver their hampers to the Invermere Community Hall from 8 am to noon; recipients may pick up hampers from 3 pm to 7 pm.

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Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley Did you put in your request for a hamper by calling 342-6752 or 342-6789?

Did you donate a child’s angel gift at Dairy Queen or an adult or teen angel gift at Dave’s Book Bar? Did you phone in your hamper sponsorship to 342-6752 or email hghoff@telus.net?

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Partners work to protect Lake Windermere of boat count data – in which we counted up to 225 boats on our 1,600-hectare lake. The program has also hosted the annual Shoreline Cleanup and collected alLake Windermere is located at the headwaters most three-quarters of a tonne of garbage from the of the upper Columbia River system. Internation- lake’s shoreline. We have reached close to 600 people ally regarded as one the last intact wetlands systems at our annual Water Wonders Workshops and present in North America, the biologically diverse Columbia the program and discuss measures to ensure a healthy Wetlands form the headwaters of the Columbia River, lake to community associations and at various comthe largest river flowing into the Pacific Ocean from munity events.

Wildsight is a member of the East Kootenay ConNorth America. The Columbia Wetlands are over 180 kilometers in length and chosen as a Ramsar wetland servation Program, a local partnership of over 40 conservation, industry and of international siggovernment organizanificance in 2005. Lake tions dedicated to conWindermere and the surserving natural areas for rounding wetlands, along Kootenay communities. with the Columbia River In a recent survey consystem, are the primary ducted by the program, source of fresh water to residents noted they are over 15 million people. most concerned about Wildsight’s Lake safety of drinking water, Windermere Project is loss/extinction of wildlife a partnership of governspecies, and air quality. ment agencies, First NaThe Lake Windermere tions, organizations and Project is an ideal exlocal citizens that has ample of people working been building commuVolunteer Brian Nickurak sampling water last April. together to protect the nity value, respect and ecological integrity of the understanding of Lake Windermere since 2005. Wildsight developed the area’s most valuable water resource.

The results match those derived from a recent survey program in response to growing public demand for an ongoing, comprehensive water stewardship initia- conducted by the Regional District of East Kootenay tive that would engage government and the public to as a tool for creation of the Lake Windermere Area protect and enhance both the lake and surrounding Official Community Plan. Watershed protection is the priority planning issue identified by area residents. upland water quality.

The Lake Windermere Project, along with close The Lake Windermere Project increases awareness by to 50 volunteers, has collected two and a half years of encouraging participation of residents to protect Lake scientifically sound water quality data and three years Windermere.

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YOUR MONEY Four very good reasons to love market volatility

No doubt about it, equity markets have been volatile lately. The Canadian stock markets have already had two corrections of double-digit proportions this year and we still have a month to go. But is that a reason to sell your stock portfolio and stash your cash under the mattress?

Absolutely not. As painful as market volatility can be, there are some very good reasons to love it. Yes, that’s right: love it. Contrary to popular belief, not everything about market volatility is bad. Allow us to explain: Bear markets are big sales If you’re like most Canadians, you’re probably not in the habit of going to the store and asking to see the most expensive items. More likely you read the weekly flyer and look for the bargains. That’s not a whole lot different from the way you should approach investing. During periods of market volatility, opportunities can arise to purchase strong, well-managed companies with a bright future at artificially low prices. Although speculation is not a wise thing, especially for the amateur investor, an opportunity for long-term value investing can be very worthwhile.

You’re probably not finished buying equities Even if you’re retired and you rely on your portfolio for income, you still need a portion of your portfolio invested in equities to keep growing your assets and make them last longer. Many experts recommend holding at least 10-20% in equities at all times, even for the most conservative investors. So, if you know you’ll be investing in equities for several years to come, the little ‘valleys’ that come with normal volatility rep-

resent important buying opportunities for you. In fact, buying good companies at their most reasonable prices is a strategy used by many mutual fund managers. That’s why a good mutual fund may be a wise purchase after a mild market correction (as opposed to the onset of recession or other major downward trend in the economic cycle).

Market volatility reminds investors about risk Whenever the stock market experiences a longrunning bull market, some investors can lose their perspective on risk. However painful it may be, market volatility helps remind investors about the importance of understanding one’s risk tolerance. Market volatility is a natural pause button for your portfolio, allowing you to analyze your current mix of investments and compare it to your ideal mix. Rarely is it a good idea to sell an investment as a knee-jerk reaction to a downturn, but rebalancing a portfolio according to plan can improve risk-adjusted returns in the long run.

Bear markets help us focus on what matters Perhaps most important, market volatility forces us to think about what we’re really doing when we invest. The end goal of investing isn’t swinging for the fences. Instead, we save and invest to accomplish significant life goals: higher education for our children, secure retirement for ourselves, and good care in our final years. These goals never change, regardless of what the market does in the next three, six, or even twelve months. Market volatility makes it a little easier to temper our ambition. And that’s a good thing.

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November 30, 2007

Judo jottings

By Hermann Mauthner Invermere Judo Club Time goes by quick when it is fun, and that is what we had on several weekends recently.

On Oct. 27 and 28, Mr. Bruce Kamstra from Prince George came as a guest instructor. Very technical newasa, groundwork, involving holddowns, armbars and strangleholds were shown and practised. Later on tachi-wasa, throwing techniques, were reviewed. Most participants were advanced athletes from our club as well as from Fernie, Cranbrook, Kimberley and Creston. Bruce is a very experienced athlete, coach and instructor and had only recently returned from coaching the Canadian judo team on a medal-winning European tour. It was great fun for all, and the instructions were well-received.

Good news came with a phone call from Chris Wass. Chris took the kata exam, had all the points

required, and was promoted to shodan, first-degree black belt. Chris took the grading exam in St. John’s, Newfoundland, where he is attending university. Our congratulations go out to Chris and we look forward to seeing him at Christmas break.

Then came the weekend of Nov. 17 and 18 with Mr. John Huntley, a seventh dan black belt, as guest instructor. The course was directed towards advanced athletes, coaches and instructors. New training methods and practices, as now being applied in Europe, were shown. A lot of smiles accompanied those lessons. More serious faces appeared when it came to self-defence practices. Again, all was well-received and attended from all the clubs of the East Kootenay.

On Dec. 1st, the annual Invermere Judo Tournament will be held at the high school gym, starting at 9:30 a.m. Come and cheer on our young athletes. Till then, see you on the tatame.

Nordic pole walking comes to valley Nordic Pole Walking is one of the fastest growing sports in the country, and Michelle Taylor, owner of Columbia Valley Life Sports, will be introducing pole walking clinics this January.

“Upon entering my fourth year coaching the running clinics in the valley, I thought Nordic Pole walking clinics could be the perfect fit,” says Michelle. “There are many people who prefer walking to running for various reasons. Now I can provide the opportunity for people to get together and enjoy the benefits of pole walking in a positive, social atmosphere.”

Many doctors agree that Urban Poling is one of the safest and most effective forms of exercise because it burns up to 46 percent more calories than walking alone, according to Mandi Shintani, owner of Urban Poling Inc. of Vancouver. “Whether you’re a senior with arthritis or an Olympic athlete, you will get something from this exercise.”

Starting in January, private group sessions can be booked where par-

ticipants receive a detailed program to meet objectives from nature hikes to completing marathons. Groups can also be held in neighboring towns.

“This may provide a better service so participants aren’t always having to travel into Invermere,” says Michelle.

Weekend residents can take advantage of private group sessions when they are here in the valley.

A punch pass program will be available for participants interested in Nordic Pole walking, running and spring and summer cycling and swimming.

“Over the past year, the running and triathlon clinics has been a constant source of inspiration for me. The physical, social, and psychological benefits of the program have been beyond my expectations!” says Ryan Bavin.

Columbia Valley Life Sports will operate out of the new facility located across from Pot Hole Park. Christmas gift packages available! For more information contact Michelle at 342-8737 or brentmichelletaylor@telus.net.

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FIVE GENERATIONS OF NICHOLS - Forty-five years in the valley, the Nichols family recently got together for this photo. Adeline Nichol Peterson is pictured with her son Bruce Nichol, grandson Tyler Nichol, granddaughter Candace Nichol Schaffer, and great-grandchildren Landon Nichol Schaffer and baby Carson Schaffer.

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Lighting Up the night sky A throng of happy visitors attended the annual Light Up festivities last Saturday night, where a gentle snowfall put the finishing touches on a delightful evening. Here the crowd marvels at the fireworks display. This was the best Light Up ever, according to many of those in attendance.

Photo by Brian Geis

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November 30, 2007

Light Up event drew hundreds for a magical evening

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff Hundreds of people flocked to shop and soak up the World Cup atmosphere in Invermere on Saturday night for a bumper Light Up event.

Crowds of people wrapped up warm and joined the throngs huddled together in the streets under the Christmas lights.

It was a truly magical atmosphere, as the snow fell and created a white blanket across the town.

Stallholders selling hot treats jostled for position beside toasty bonfires, which drew many chilly revellers for some welcome warmth.

Light Up was a unique event this year, as the town shared its celebration of the season with World Cup skiiers and international media on Saturday night.

It was a truly spectacular evening, which included a parade of athletes, athlete bib draw, followed by a tree lighting ceremony and an impressive display of fireworks to cap off the celebrations.

A mix of locals and visitors took advantage of the bargains and special offers at participating businesses and made a head start on their Christmas shopping.

Seventh Avenue was closed from the bank intersection to Lake Auto, and a stage was set up alongside the Toby Theatre where everyone gathered round to watch the entertainment.

Various street performers walked through the crowds, some up high on stilts, and people also enjoyed free hot chocolate and cookies.

Santa made a special appearance, and children were able to give him their Christmas wish list in his den at the Toad’s Hole cafe, beside Tiffany’s Thredz.

There was a dress-up contest for anyone who wanted to join in with the fun, with an old-fashioned Dickens Christmas theme.

Tiffany’s Thredz won the prize for best dressed business, and Invermere couple Shirley and Claude Campbell scooped the prize for best dressed family.

Paul Christy, chairman of Invermere Business Committee, said Light Up was a huge success.

“It went very well and we certainly had a busy night. It was an amazing turnout, and I’d say there was definitely close to 1,000 people throughout the evening.

“I think the World Cup certainly helped bring a lot more people into town, and it brought a lot of excitement and more of a street festival atmosphere. A lot of locals came out to support it, but I also heard a lot of different accents as well which was neat,” he said.

Donna McKay, advertising coordinator at Tiffany’s Thredz, said she was really pleased that they’d won the best dressed competition.

“It was a lot of fun. We had a lot of people coming in throughout the night and I think the whole event was really well organised and a big success,” she said.

The Artym Gallery also had a great response to their new show “The Local Perspective,” featuring local artists Pat Bavin, Denise Lemaster and Mark Sharp.

Deanna Berrington, sales assistant at the gallery, said the night went very well.

“It was fabulous. We were so busy and we had a really great turnout to the exhibition,” she said.

Business was also brisk at Interior World, where sale items were flying off the shelves like hotcakes.

Owner Pat Conway said several hundred people came into the store on Light Up night.

“It was a huge success and we had a steady amount of customers in the store throughout the evening, which was great,” she said.

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The streets of Invermere are gearing up for another shopping extravaganza this weekend as Super Sunday is all set for lift-off.

This annual event will feature the Santa Claus parade from 12:30 p.m., which leaves from outside AG Foods and will head down Seventh Avenue to the Bank of Montreal and the CIBC corner.

Paul Christy, chairman of Invermere Business Committee, explained that the highlight of the parade will be the Cranbrook Girls Bugle Band.

“They come up every year and they’re fantastic to watch.

“Santa Claus will be riding Old Red from the Fire Department, and there will be lots of different floats representing many businesses in the valley.

“There will also be lots of great sales at various businesses in town and it will be an excellent day for Christmas shop-

ping,” Mr. Christy said.

Shops will be open from noon until 4 p.m., and there will be plenty of bargains and special offers to be snapped up.

The Invermere Business Committee and David Thompson Secondary School have also teamed up to organise a buddy shopping service for children, based at Invermere Inn from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m.

Paul Christy , who owns Monkey’s Uncle toy store in Seventh Avenue, explained that pupils from the high school will be on hand to take younger children shopping, to give their parents a break and allow them to pick up some festive bargains of their own.

This is Invermere’s seventh annual Santa Claus parade, and if last weekend’s Light Up event is anything to go by, it should be a huge success.

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Hayfever Hoedown heats up heliplex opening giant slalom race at the start of the 2007/08 season in Solden, Austria raised $800; a “giclee” computer-regenerated painting donated by Mark Sharp, technical director of Alpine Canada, fetched $600; a A staggering $10,000 was raised at Windermere heli-ski trip for two donated by RK Heliski and VIP Valley Ski Club’s Hayfever Hoedown World Cup ParPasses for the World Cup weekend went for $700, and ty last Friday, which has been hailed a huge success.

Westjet tickets to fly anyThe Race Organizwhere in Canada fetched ing Committee of World $900.

Cup events at Panorama Mighty Joe Young Mountain Village gave and his band provided the go-ahead for the ski the entertainment, after club to host the mara few mechanical glitches quee party on the Friday with his truck. evening of World Cup Ben Sillem, ski club weekend, at Chopper’s president, said the event Landing Restaurant at was a phenomenal sucRK Heliplex. cess.

Almost 200 people “It was absolutely had a fantastic night, beamazing, and we’ve had fore the excitement and nothing but positive anticipation of two days feedback,” he said. of watching the best Ryan Bavin in a helmet signed by the top male Panorama billing coordinator Colleen Shaw and marketing coordi“Overall, we’ve raised women ski racers in the skiers, which brought $800 at auction. nator Hayley Wilson with Robin Campbell, cook at RK Heliski. $10,000 for the club world in action on our which is great news. The home mountain. proceeds of the majority There was also a speof the funds will go exclusively to coaching and procial appearance from the female Canadian Alpine Ski for the ski racing enthusiast. graming costs, which will help subsidise parental conTh e highest bid of the night was for a giant cowTeam, who donned stetsons as part of the Western bell, donated by Richard Kanan of the Invermere tributions over the season. This will make a substantial theme. difference to costs.

The folks at RK Heliski put together a first rate Dental Clinic, which raised a colossal $1,550.

“The night was great fun and I think everybody A hand-carved bench donated by an anonymous menu for all the guests, and everyone received a complimentary cheering bell to use during the two days member of the ski club fetched $1,250; a ski helmet really enjoyed themselves. I just hope we can do somesigned by the top 15 male skiers in the world at the thing like this again in the future,” he said. of racing.

And the Calgary Stampede promotional team were also on hand to make sure everyone had a great time, along with plenty of bell ringing encouragement from mascot Harry the Horse.

There was also a small live auction with around 10 substantial items, which were great collectors’ items

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Laird raises funds for 23 wheelchairs Charlotte Dibb, Ashley Hecher, Amber Cole, Liam O’Sullivan and Xavier Knuckey were the lucky ones from the leadership group who had their names drawn out of a hat to give the presentation.

They also enjoyed a pizza lunch and were accompanied by special education assistants Jenny Hoffos and Paige Ukass.

Amber Cole told Rotarians the leadership group decided to call their project “Change for Chairs,” and they asked each class to bring $1 or more to donate.

Each student who brought in a $1 could then colour in part of a chair on a chart to show their donation.

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff Students at J. A. Laird School have done an outstanding job in raising $2,530 for the Wheelchair Foundation Canada.

This will buy an amazing 23 wheelchairs for children, teenagers and adults worldwide who desperately need a wheelchair, but have no way of being able to afford one.

Five Grade 7 students from the school gave a presentation to the Invermere Rotary Club last Thursday, and told Rotarians how they’d raised the money.

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“We set the challenge for all the classes to buy at least one wheelchair.

Then some families decided to buy a wheelchair as well,” she said.

Xavier Knuckey explained the leadership group chose the Wheelchair Foundation Canada because all the money raised goes to buying wheelchairs.

“It gives families with hurt or disabled members such joy,” he said.

It costs $220 to buy each wheelchair, and each donation of $110 is combined with funds provided by the Wheelchair Foundation USA specifically for that purpose; to deliver a wheelchair until these combined funds have been exhausted.

Ashley Hecher said when she realized they’d raised enough money to buy 23 wheelchairs she felt really proud.

Invermere Rotary Club had already presented a plaque to the school in recognition of their efforts.

Yvonne Redeker, Invermere Rotary Club president, said Laird School has done an amazing job.

“They have done really well to raise

this much money, which will change the lives of 23 people who are in need of a wheelchair,” she said.

Rotarians decided it would be a great idea to match the money raised by Laird School, so a motion was put forward which will come up for discussion on Monday, December 3rd.

Since March 2001, Rotary Clubs and Districts across Canada have sponsored tens of thousands of wheelchairs in more than 100 countries, and have taken part in hands-on World Community Service projects around the globe.

Rotarians were also instrumental in the establishment of Wheelchair Foundation Canada.

It is estimated that more than 100 million people with physical disabilities worldwide need wheelchairs, though less than one percent own or have access to one.

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Raes support Community Foundation

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff Husband and wife team Donna and Dave Rae firmly believe in giving back to the community.

The couple, who own the new Spirits Reach development in Fairmont, wanted to make a difference to the youth in the valley, and first got involved with the Columbia Valley Community Foundation back in 2002.

They went along to an inaugural meeting organised through one of the first directors, Marla Lucas, and found they really liked the foundation’s concept and ideas.

Dave explained he agreed with the notion of supporting multiple local charities with perpetual funds.

“The funds we give last forever, they are not a oneshot donation. It seemed like a good opportunity to give something back to the community where we live and work,” he said.

Donna and Dave give a financial donation to the foundation every year, and they decided to set up their own fund dedicated to children and youth projects in September 2002.

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The couple have two children, Daniel, 16, and Chris, 18. Daniel is a student at David Thompson Secondary School and Chris studies at Mount Royal College in Calgary.

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“For us, our financial gift is a gift that keeps on giving and giving. Generations from now, our financial gift will still be giving to the community,” she said.

Many valley organizations have benefited from the fund, including the Summit Youth Centre and the Gymnastics Association.

Donna explained that there’s lots of flexibility, and anyone can donate to the foundation. It doesn’t matter if it’s $10 or $100,000, because every little bit helps.

“Non-profit organizations work hard. They have dedicated, caring people, and they are doing good things in the community, and we feel that we can be a part of these projects by giving,” she said.

“Many community members own their own business like us. Giving to the foundation is also a way of saying “thank you” from our business to our community,” Donna said.

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By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff Cadets across the valley got a huge boost this week, thanks to a $1469.82 donation from the Royal Canadian Legion.

Royal Canadian Army Cadets Two Platoon Invermere received the cheque on behalf of the Fort Steele Company, which incorporates all three cadet corps in the Kootenays—Invermere, Fernie and Cranbrook. The cadet corps had to get together because there weren’t enough numbers to operate independently; Invermere has just nine cadets, while Cranbrook has 16 cadets and Fernie has nine.

All three cadet corps train together periodically during the month, and platoon commander Rick Dendy explained the money from the Royal Canadian Legion would be used towards transportation costs.

“I’m tickled. It’s going to be a huge help for us.

There has been a decline in numbers but the positive

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Mr. Dendy explained that joining the cadets isn’t a recruiting tool for the Canadian forces. “We are an adventure-based youth organization. We will provide information about the forces if cadets ask, but we don’t promote joining the services as a career. However, if cadets do later go on to join the services, their time as a cadet counts as accreditation, so they already have a head start. Cadets also get four credits a year at high school.”

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Mom’s Hockey Moments

By Cheryl Bachinski Pioneer Columnist Wow! This past weekend, the Pee Wee teams played host to an exciting line up of games. Teams visited us from Calgary, Golden, Cochrane, Kimberly and Creston. The tournament opened with a match up between our Pee Wee “C” team facing Springbank’s Tier 6 team. Our boys fell to a one-sided loss, but never quit trying.

Our Pee Wee “A” team took on Kimberley, decisively winning by a score of 11 – 3, thanks to solid work between the pipes by Brody Nelson.

Damon Raven contributed with a hat trick of goals and a hat trick in the “sin bin.” Colin Ross tapped in two goals.

The Pee Wee “C” team was back on the ice Saturday to face the Cochrane Rockies. Jordan Bachinski, our goalie, faced a lot of rubber in this game. The shots were 58 – 15 for Cochrane, Jordan was very busy!

Despite being plummeted with shots, we fell to just a 9 – 5 defeat. It was an extremely exciting game, lots of checking and some fast end to end skating. Tristan Hart had a hat trick, and the other goals came from Alexis Westergaard and Jordan Messerli. Despite the loss, our boys played a solid game against a very fast skating team.

Well done!

The “A” team faced off against Creston in a league game. It was a tightly-played game, pretty evenly matched as far as shots go, 30 – 28 for Invermere. Creston’s goalie was tough to beat, and we fell to a 5 – 3 loss.

Colin Ross had a two goal game with Kellan Marchant adding one more for Invermere. I must award a “cheering” award to Jeff Konchak, his voice could be heard cheering on both of our teams, all through the weekend. It is amazing that he still has a voice; he is an awesome support to the teams, cheering from the first game to the last. Thanks, Jeff!

Sunday’s games had the “C” team

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facing Glen Lake. Glen Lake has a strong offensive team, and a good portion of the game was played in our end. Jordan faced a lot of shots and had lots of traffic in his crease. Glen Lake won the game by a score of 10 – 3, with our goals coming from Tristan Hart, Justin Byers and Daniel Smith.

A solid game was played by Jake Persson who is enjoying his first year of organized hockey, and is always giving it his all. His family was in the stands cheering him on, with air horn in hand.

The tournament wrapped up with the “A” team matching up against McKnight. The game got a bit wild, with referee Wallace Ross busy putting four McKnight players in the penalty box at one time, and throwing out their coach, too.

Despite the extended power play, we could not get anything past their goalie, and the game ended in a 2 – 2 draw.

Thanks to Kelly Tomalty for the wonderful prize baskets!

The Fairmont and District Lions started their Christmas giving early. At the Nov. 13th meeting, the members voted for the following monetary gifts: • Columbia Valley Chistmas Bureau, $1,200 • Columbia Valley Food Bank, $1,200 Camp Winfield for Disabled Children, $2,250 • Family Resource Centre, Invermere, $2,200 The members hope these donations will help keep the Christmas spirit throughout the year. Previous meetings saw donations of $3,700 given out, the largest of that being to the Fairmont and District Citizens on Patrol. This is a dedicated group of local men and women keeping Fairmont and district just a little safer place to live.

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9. He volunteers to be “BEER GUY.” 8. He likes “Road Trips to Canal Flats” because that means travelling via bus.

7. Everyone mispronounces his last name and he won’t say anything about it.

6. He thinks regular season games have an “awfully high intensity level.”

5. He laughs at the stories about Rookie Initiation.

4. He keeps asking: ”Who’s that guy that whistles all the time?”

3. He actually follows curfew.

2. He freezes up every time he’s interviewed for the Old Zone and says, “Uhhhhhh.....mmmmmmmm.....uhhhhh.....”

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• Roy Webb was fined $500 for driving while prohibited in Canal Flats.

Mr. Webb, 64, lost his job as a result and was forced to retire, so he is not entitled to his pension until he turns 65. Judge Carlgren suspended his driving licence for six months.

• Doris Hefti was sentenced to pay a $100 peace bond and ordered to have no contact with complainants Fern Harrison and Gordon Faulkner for a period of nine months.

She was in court on two charges of assault with a weapon, and Judge Carlgren ordered her to report to a probation officer within 48 hours.

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RCMP Report Continued from Page 4 the detachment. Two samples of breath were analyzed at 130 mg percent and 120 mg percent. The man was issued a 24-hour driver’s licence suspension, a 90-day automatic driving prohibition and was released from custody with an Appearance Notice. He is scheduled to appear in Invermere Provincial Court on Jan. 21.

• Nov. 25: At 1:33 a.m., RCMP suspended one man’s driver’s licence for 24 hours on the belief that his ability was impaired by drugs. A 29-year-old Wyclie resident was stopped at a roadcheck in Invermere. He showed signs of impairment and admitted to police that he had smoked marijuana about an hour before.

The man was issued the driving suspension, which under current law, is the only recourse the police have for impaired driving due to drugs, unless the driver was involved in a crash and a warrant to obtain blood samples has been authorized by a justice.

• This past weekend’s Telus World Cup ski race posed no problems for police. Crowds at Panorama Mountain for the two days, and “Light Upâ€? event in downtown Invermere were pleasant, festive and extremely supportive.

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November 30, 2007

Candlelight vigil to be held at Kinsmen Beach December 6th

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff People across the valley are invited to join a candlelight vigil to honour and commemorate the 14 young women killed in Montreal on December 6, 1989.

December 6 is Canada’s National Day of Remembrance and Action to End Violence Against Women, and everyone is welcome to show their support during the vigil, which begins at Kinsmen Beach in Invermere at 7 p.m.

As part of their commitment to end violence against women and children, Columbia Valley Women’s Information & Safe Homes, a program of the Family Resource Centre, would like to encourage as many people as possible to pay their respects on this day of remembrance.

Joyce Rhodda, Safe Homes program coordinator, explained why the event was so important.

“We should commemorate not only the young female students who dared to dream a professional dream, but as well the memory of all women, young and old, who have died as a result of violence.

“We would also like our community to be mindful of and show their support to all the women and girls who have experienced violence or are currently

facing violence.

“Why do we all need to be involved? Violence against women affects everyone, not just women, but men and children as well and is very much a societal issue,” she said.

“We can all contribute to making our society a healthy and safe place by supporting anti-violence work in our communities, our work sites and our homes.”

Joyce would like to encourage people in the community to take part by displaying red roses and/or wearing red clothing on this day to show their support.

Men may also show their support in speaking out against men’s violence towards women by wearing a white ribbon. There will be several places in the valley where they can be picked up for free, and they will be provided by the White Ribbon Campaign.

There are also Commemoration Day events planned to mark this day.

On the evening of December 13, educator and speaker Jackson Katz will be in Invermere to speak to community members on the topic of gender violence.

And on December 14, he will give a gender violence awareness presentation to Grade 10-12 students at David Thompson Secondary School.

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2007 Telus World Cup Panorama

November 30, 2007

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 33

2007 Light Up Invermere Fest

CELEBRATIONS—Last weekend’s Telus World Cup races at Panorama and Invermere’s annual Light Up event delighted young and old alike. Some of the world’s fastest women converged at Panorama for two internationally televised World Cup events and then trucked into Invermere to help Light Up Invermere.

It was an event that even Santa himself wouldn’t miss!

Photos by Brian Geis

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November 30, 2007

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS

STORAGE

General Meeting for Windermere Valley Snowmobile Society on Tuesday December 4, 2007 at NAPA.

Invermere, up to 1,000 square feet. 40% off commercial rates.

Call Stan, 341-3134.

Have A Real Tree Christmas!

Doreen’s Avon Open House Noon – 8:00 pm Nov. 23 & 24 Dec. 7 & 8 4836 Stanley St. Radium BOOKS ARE FUN annual Christmas sale. Hundreds of gifts and books for all ages. Saturday, December 1st, 9 a.m. to noon at Valley Christian Assembly, across from the Skookum Inn.

LOST & FOUND LOST: Cat in Fort Point area.

Large black & white, very shy, 342-9289.

FOUND: Jacket near recycling containers in downtown Invermere, call 342-6506.

NOTICE Vehicle to be sold by D. Clowers dba Club Towing. Location of sale: 455 – Borden Street, Athalmer, B.C. (Storage Compound). Date of sale: December 21st, 2007. Time of sale: 5:00 pm. Vehicle to be sold under the Warehouse Lien Act for Towing & Storage costs owed to D. Clowers dba Club Towing. Vehicle is a 1990 Red Mazda Miata 2 door, Vin # JN8AR07Y1XW360265. B.C. Registration No. 4962262.

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WANTED TO RENT Rachel, Pioneer reporter, is looking to rent for 6 months a room in shared house or 1 bedroom furnished apartment.

NP, NS, references available.

Max. $500/mth. Call 688-5305.

SUITE FOR RENT CONTRACTORS: Self contained cabins by the week or month.

(250) 345-6365 Fairmont Bungalows.

Monthly or weekly units available for working couples or individuals with or without kitchens. Call Motel Bavaria in Radium, 347-9915.

Invermere, furnished 1 bdrm, $950/month or $1250.00 for additional bdrm. Utilities included, limited laundry use, available Jan. 1st . Call Stan, 341-3134.

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1 bdrm apt condo in small quiet complex in Radium. Fully furnished, parking, use of W/D. N/S, N/P. References. Available immediately. $700.00/month + Hydro. Call (403) 281-0923.

HOUSE FOR RENT 3 bdrm, 2 baths, house for rent in Pineridge Estates. Close to all schools, view of lake and mountains, $1600.00/month plus utilities. Prefer family, N/S, N/P, available Nov. 15, 2007. Call 780-406-6898, fax requests to 780-406-6897.

2 bdrm, 1.5 bath townhouse in Blackforest Village. 6 appliances plus a/c and central vac. N/S, N/P, no partiers, Available Dec. 15 or Jan. 1. $1225 plus utilities and $600 security deposit, 3420783.

Valley’s Edge Resort in Edgewater Only minutes from Radium Hot Springs, Seasonal Rental, Furnished, References required, No pets, No smoking. $1,100/month plus utilities.

Luxurious living at the Riverside Golfcourse in Fairmont Hot Springs 3 bdrm., furnished, seasonal, no pets, no smoking: $1,800/month plus utilities.

Table Top Christmas Trees $20.00. Proceeds to Keira Neal and her family. Available at Home Hardware parking lot on Super Sunday.

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Windermere – 2 bdrm furnished house with fridge, stove, dishwasher, W/D, fireplace, satellite, heated garage. NS, N/P, $1,100.00. Available immediately. 342-0020.

HOUSE FOR SALE Mobile Home for Sale in Edgewater. Large lot, 2 decks, close to school, $265,000.00, 780-728-0121.

MISC. FOR SALE Hay for sale, round bales. Phone Elkhorn Ranch 342-0617.

Support “Rockies” Hockey. Pine, Fir & Poplar – dry & split order 342-6908.

Pneumatic hardwood flooring, Stapler – Prime, used once, $500.00 OBO, 250-342-5220 Used hot tub for sale $2,500.00.

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Tanning bed $1,950.00, mint condition. Need to go. Offers, 688-7798.

2 is enough! All baby stuff for sale, Graco stroller with car seat, high char, Bumbo seat, and more, 347-7747.

VEHICLE FOR SALE 1996 GMC Sierra Z71 off road 4x4 extended cab with 3rd door, fully loaded, matching canopy, 226,000 km, excellent condition, very well maintained, $8,900.00, 342-6573.

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November 30, 2007

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS VEHICLE FOR SALE

CAREERS

WANTED: 2003-4-5 Chev or GMC extended cab step side.

Call Doug at 780-983-8764.

Outgoing responsible people required for in-store and yard employment. Come to Rona (Ace Hardware) with resume.

410 Borden Street, Invermere.

1998 Chev 1500 Silverado Z71, 4x4 extended cab, trailer package, mint condition, $12,900.00, Fairmont, 3454034.

1998 Pontiac Grand Am, low kms, great condition. Moving must sell, $5000 OBO. Call 3450054.

2002 4x4 Jimmy, excellent condition, 116,000 kms, $12,000.00, 347-6881.

2003 Ford Expedition, Eddie Bower 4x4, 87,000 km, fully loaded, includes extended warranty, immaculate condition.

Asking $23,900.00, 342-6900.

SERVICES

TOTAL HEATING SYSTEMS Heat Pumps Furnaces Duct work 342-1167 Phil’s Carpentry – Everything from roofs to decks, completion of basement and bathrooms.

Phone 341-8033 cell or 3428474 home. Not on valley time.

Behind in your taxes? Bring me your shoe boxes! I specialize in contractors. Call Stephanie 3421254.

CAREERS Store Clerks needed. Must be enthusiastic and enjoy people. $13/hour, store discounts and advancement opportunities.

Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada.

Residential Care Worker.

Temporary, full time position.

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Union membership, HEU. See posting, Mt. Nelson Place.

Manager: Donna Jefferson 3423699.

Dining room servers and kitchen help required. Competitive wages and benefits. Great benefit package and work schedule. Call 489.0667.

Trims and Treasures Esthetics Studio Is looking to expand its already amazing team of professionals!

We are looking for an energetic, self motivated Stylist to start immediately. Health benefits available. Stop by and ask for France or email resume to info@ trimsandtreasures.ca Delivery driver wanted, Invermere/Radium area. Must have own vehicle, van preferred.

Monday to Friday. Please call Dacota Freight Service, 250426-3808.

Derkson Plumbing & Heating requires a journeyman plumber, for The Resort @ Copper Point immediately. Experience in new housing and condo work, call Steve, 250-342-1449, or email resume to ssousa@ derksengroup.com.

SONSHINE CHILDREN’S CENTRE is looking for a Casual Employee with their Early Childhood Education (ECE) Degree. Please call 342-9535 SONSHINE CHILDREN’S CENTRE is looking for a “Responsible Adult” for Out-of-school programming.

Please contact 342-9535

Employment Resources for the Valley 1313 – 7th Ave • 250.341.6889 • cvec@cyberlink.bc.ca The Government of Canada has contributed funding for this initiative.

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VACANCIES FOR ALL HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS RNs, Support Services, Lab Techs, LPNs, Care Aids and Clerical positions INVERMERE & DISTRICT HOSPITAL INVERMERE, BC Full-time, part-time & casual positions We invite you to phone or apply online at www.roomtogrowbc.ca or submit a detailed resume, in confidence to: Human Resources Recruitment Services 1212 Second St. N. Cranbrook, BC V1C 4T6 Phone: 250-420-2442 Fax: 250-420-2425 E-mail: debbie.mandryk@interiorhealth.ca

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FIREPLACE INSTALLER, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Required by a large established local business. A full time position is available for a responsible, self-motivated individual with a professional appearance. A suitable candidate should have knowledge of B.C. Installation Codes as well as service and maintenance of fireplaces, however training may be provided to the right applicant. Must have a valid BC Driver’s License.

Please fax resume with references to: Diamond Heating and Spas FAX: 342-7103 Mail to: Box 117, Windermere, BC V0B 2L0 Email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com

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ESTHETICIANS We are seeking energetic, health-conscious professionals, who are committed to creating unsurpassable guest experiences in the midst of the Rocky Mountains natural beauty and tranquility. A full service spa menu of specialty treatments within a comfortable, tranquil environment, provide the perfect working experience!

Both full time and part time opportunities are available in our busy Resort Spa. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all Resort amenities.

Staff accommodation is available.

Interested applicants please forward their resume with references to the attention of: David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com Or Call 250.345.6004

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November 30, 2007

Tax increases out of line Dear Editor: In response to Richard Hoar. Hear, Hear! Well Done! Give us more of your insight!

To keep you even more occupied in your retirement, consider this: We get a tax increase EVERY year, most of us just don’t pay attention. Taxes are calculated on two factors: The assessed value of the property and the mill rate set by council.

Since 2003, property values and assessments have been rising by as much as 25 percent in a single year. I would suspect that the average increase has been about 20 percent. That means that, if Council did nothing, revenues would increase by 20 percent annually.

To their credit, Council has reduced the mil rate each year since 2002. However, only in 2006 did the reduction nearly

approximate the increase in assessment.

Assuming a 20 percent annual assessment increase, I suggest that your taxes have increased as follows: 2004 - 13.55% 2005 - 11.20% 2006 - 2.06% 2006 - 11.87% Personally, I don’t recall being informed of any of these increases, do you? I think we are about to experience much more than a four percent increase.

A four percent increase on top of a ten percent assessment increase amounts to a 14 percent tax increase.

I wonder if the higher taxes are causing Council members to abandon the District for the lower taxes outside the boundaries?

Michael Meehan Invermere

READY TO CLEAN YOUR CARPETS—Heaven’s Best Canada Inc., recently named “Franchise of the Year” by Franchise50.com, has established its carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise in the Columbia Valley, serving Invermere, Radium, Fairmont, Canal Flats, Edgewater and Cranbrook. Owners Wayne and Sherri Jones, pictured above, are excited to offer a new image in carpet cleaning. “Our unique products and cleaning system ensure our customers receive the absolute best in quality, and our service is second to none,” says Sherri.

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS Sales & Marketing Manager The Resort at Copper Point is opening August 2008 in Windermere, BC! Become part of the team that will open and develop this stunning new 203 room condo-hotel. This exceptional property will have complete 4 star amenities including a fine dining room, energetic and vibrant sports lounge, richly appointed cigar lounge, wine cellar, luxurious spa, fully equipped fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools and full conference and banquet facilities.

Situated on the new 18 hole golf course, “The Ridge” and right next door to 18 holes at Copper Point Golf, this luxurious property complements the area’s natural splendour.

Primary responsibilities; • Develop and execute the Sales and Marketing plan for The Resort, its outlets and each sales channel.

• Manage all marketing, graphic design and advertising needs.

• Establish and grow key accounts and manage the sales relationship.

• Drive strategies for market mix, pricing, direct sales and on-line sales.

• Manage a strong sales effort through direct sales and an onsite call center team focused on FIT, Group, conference and banquet sales.

• Responsible for sales, revenue and yield strategies, its implementations and results for FIT and Group business

COACHES and/or HEAD COACH Columbia Valley Gymnastics Club seeking Head Coach for gymnastics programs – including preschool, recreational, LEAP and competitive programs.

Employment to commence January 2008.

Please forward resumes to: Cheryl Maybuck President of Columbia Valley Gymnastics Association RR #3 1024 Swansea Road, Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 250-342-2048

Qualifications; • A minimum of 3 years in a Sales & Marketing role in the hospitality industry, preferably a resort environment.

• Degree or diploma in business administration or related field, specializing in Sales & Marketing or comparable work experience.

• Familiar with key business segments and markets and have an exceptional sales record.

The individual needs to thrive in a results oriented team environment and have a proven ability to lead others in a positive, respectful and engaging manner.

Interested applicants may submit their resume to: The Resort at Copper Point PO Box 960, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 or email rregitnig@copperpoint.ca

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 37

November 30, 2007

Volunteering is Norma Hastewell’s life

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff When Norma Hastewell retired after a busy career, the last thing on her mind was putting her feet up.

In fact, she did completely the opposite.

Sitting around reading or knitting did not even register on her radar, as she decided to offer her services to not one, not even two, but five organizations as a volunteer.

Norma is secretary of the Invermere Seniors; first vice-president of East Kootenay Regional Seniors; treasurer for the Senior Citizens Association of B.C.; secretary of the Canada Cancer Society (Columbia Valley branch); and secretary/treasurer for the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion.

And she also finds time to help out with the Historical Society, as well as being a member of both the Quilters Guild and the Windermere Valley Museum, as well as volunteering with her husband Kemp for Windermere Valley Ski Club.

In fact, just last weekend she was helping to set up at Panorama for the Telus World Cup on Friday, then she hot-footed it over to the Royal Canadian Legion on Saturday to serve hot chocolate for the Light-Up event, before she headed back to Panorama on Sunday to help with the final clean-up.

Norma says she simply loves volunteering, and couldn’t imagine doing anything else.

“I just enjoy helping people, and I especially like volunteering with the seniors, as sometimes I think they’re forgotten people. I just like having lots to keep me busy,” she said.

Norma is also a keen crocheter, and she donated an afghan she made to Relay for Life earlier this year, which took her six weeks to make. She is also working on another afghan which she plans to give to 16-month-old cancer survivor Keira Neal, once it is finished.

Norma says she is going to volunteer for all her chosen organizations for

Norma Hastewell decided to forego putting her feet up during retirement, and instead keeps herself busy with a huge variety of voluntary work across the Columbia Valley. another two years, before she decides which one she wants to focus on.

The Canada Cancer Society is particularly close to her heart, as her family has unfortunately been touched by cancer.

“My family is full of cancer. My father passed away just after Christmas in 2005 from pancreatic and liver cancer.

And I was 15 when I lost a cousin to leukemia. All my Dad’s siblings have passed away from cancer and my mum’s sister is a cancer survivor. I’ve also got three cousins with cancer,” she said.

“I do my bit by helping to collect postage stamps for the Cancer Society, and we raised $16,000 across the valley last year,” she said.

Before moving to the valley, Norma had already notched up 27 years of volunteering in Prince George.

In 2001, which was the Year of the Volunteer, Norma was nominated by her colleagues at the provincial government in Prince George, and actually ended up winning the top Gold Award.

The award honoured “Excellence as a constant and long-time volunteer who, despite health problems has supported numerous organizations such as the Canada Cancer Society, Operation Red Nose for the University of B.C., SPCA, Samaritan’s Purse Program, Christmas hampers for the needy and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 43 (Prince George).”

Norma is very modest about her dedication to volunteering.

“I volunteered for the legion in Prince George. I did a lot of catering and just whatever else needed to be done,” she said.

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Before she retired, Norma worked all across Canada, from New Brunswick, where she grew up, to British Columbia.

She started working life with the federal government and then worked for National Defence for a number of years. She also spent two winters working in the Northern Territories for Indian Affairs and Northern Development, where she taught office skills to a couple of aboriginal girls.

Norma then moved to Ottawa where she took the minutes for deportation hearings at Kingston Penitentiary.

She married Kemp Hastewell in 1971, and then moved to Vancouver, where they spent four and a half years.

During that time, Norma worked at the Surrey Manpower office until she became pregnant with her daughter Pamela, who was born in 1972.

The family then moved to Prince George in 1976, where they lived for 25 years, before heading to Invermere.

Norma spent two and a half years working in Golden until she retired in March 2004.

Her husband Kemp is now also retired, and works three days a week at Panorama. He also volunteers for the Windermere Valley Ski Club and Alpine Canada, and Norma often joins him to help out.

As well as helping make sure all the volunteers at last weekend’s World Cup had their lunches ready and looking after their personal belongings, Norma also joined Kemp by helping with the timing for the C2 Summit Adventure races up at Panorama three years ago.

So now the World Cup and LightUp events are out of the way, surely Norma will be taking a break?

Well, having a rest is certainly the last thing on Norma’s mind, as she is busily preparing for the Invermere Seniors Christmas dinner on Tuesday, December 4th, as well as cooking up some jelly for the door prizes.

There surely is no end to Norma’s talents, and it’s great to have a true gem like her with us in the valley.

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PIONEER ON THE ROAD

The latest submissions from our well-read and welltravelled readers, pictured here are, top left, Millie Van’t Padje (right) and her mother Benita Van Son at Chichen Itza on the Mayan Riviera, Mexico; top right, Bob and Norma Piche at Machu Picchu in Peru; left, Adele Trask of Invermere (left) travelled to eight countries with her parents John and Maureen Steen of Blind Bay in September, pictured here in front of St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow; Above left, Darryl Stettler and Erin Finch, owners of Your Private Connection, in Cuba with their daugh-

ter Alayna; and, above right, Logan and Tyler Powell of Windermere at Disneyland on Halloween, in front of a giant pumpkin carving of Mickey Mouse.

Remember that December 31, 2007 is the deadline for sending or bringing us your travel photos.

A draw will be made for two nights at the Fantasyland Hotel in West Edmonton Mall, courtesy of Travel World in Invermere. All photos will be published, but only Columbia Valley residents or homeowners will be eligible to win.

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Who was the first Christian?

Rev. Sandy Ferguson Windermere Valley Shared Ministry As we approach the season of Advent, I believe this is an important question for us to explore, as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ Jesus, the beginning of the life of God amongst us.

Some might believe that it was the followers of Jesus, such as Peter, who joined his ministry in the Galilee, sharing in his vision of the Kingdom of God that is to come or, maybe, those who were healed by Jesus, as they shared in his miracles.

Yet, I am not sure if these folks at this point were Christian. They witnessed the wonder of Jesus to be sure, and they had shared in the life of Jesus, but they had not yet shared in the mystery of the Cross and the Empty Tomb.

For the first Christian to be revealed, we have to go to Golgotha, where Jesus endures the horror of the cross. On that accursed place, Jesus is sentenced to death, condemned as an enemy of the Roman Empire and its allies. He is not alone; two criminals are also being crucified. And, in the words of Karl Barth, one of the great theologians of the 20th century, Jesus and one of these criminals form the first Christian community. It is so, because this criminal understands that he

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is in the presence of the son of God, and confesses his wrongdoing, and, then, places his faith in Jesus that he will be saved. And Jesus responds that this bandit will join him in Paradise.

In the shadow of the cross, the first Christian community was created, because it is at that time we encounter the moment when Jesus reveals he is truly the Son of God, the One who is willing to endure suffering and death so the Kingdom of God is revealed amongst us. And this moment is first shared with a criminal, a fact that we Christians should always remember when we become overly impressed with ourselves. As shepherds, representatives of the poor and the marginalized of the world were the first to witness his birth, it is only fitting that a convicted criminal would share in the moment when, through the cross, Jesus changed the world.

It isn’t the mighty and powerful of this world to whom Jesus initially reveals the Kingdom of God. No, it is those who the world considers to be the least who are called by God to be witnesses to the Good News that, in the eyes of God, all of humanity are worthy of His love, a gift given freely and without condition.

And so, in the glitter of Christmas, when we search for its true meaning, I believe that it is to be found at the cross, where a criminal recognizes that he is in the presence of the Son of God, and opens himself to the healing presence of grace.

And, in the midst of death and despair, healing takes place, and the Kingdom of God is revealed, as the first Christian witness to the world his faith in Christ Jesus.

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