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By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff Local resident Jean Kohorst is making the most of her elaborate collection of Christmas decorations, lovingly collected over the years.

She has decided to open her immaculately-decorated home at Juniper Heights for the public to view, in exchange for donations to the Columbia Valley Food Bank.

Every holiday season Jean transforms her home into what can only be described as a grandchild’s dream, a process which takes her three weeks to complete. She has collected most of her decorations, which include everything from glittering snow globes to traditional decorative plates, from garage sales around the valley.

Some of her favourites include a beautiful ceramic Christmas tree in her dining room, and a small train of snow globes in her living room.

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December 12, 2008

Valley NEWS

New Canal Flats council cleans house sale of the system to the Village of Canal Flats for longer than two years.

In 2006, expecting the sale was The new mayor and council imminent, council passed a series of of Canal Flats were sworn in on bylaws establishing fees, taxes and a Monday, December 8th – and reserve fund for the Eagles Nest water immediately gave first, second system. and third reading to a barrage of However, because the sale never repeals and amendment bylaws. happened, Mr. Woodbury said it is Prior to the meeting, new inappropriate for the village to conmayor Bruce Woodbury extinue collecting taxes from Eagles plained why council is getting Nest residents. right into it.

“Given that the village does not “Council wants to send a own or operate the system, I have message to the town that it in- From left: Michael McDonald, David McKersie, Bruce Woodbury, Ute Juras, Gilbert Delorme. asked council to do away with those tends to exercise its powers,” he bylaws,” he said. “If the ownership said. “It is not uncommon for a issues are resolved, we would reconnumbered, so the motions passed. newly-elected council to act quickly. People voted for Firstly, the mayor introduced four bylaws regard- sider the bylaws.” us and they want to see us act.”

Ute Juras said repealing the bylaws may be “jumping the Eagles Nest water system.

Council’s votes on every bylaw were split threeOwned by Mountain Management Services, the ing the gun.” two. Bruce Woodbury, along with new councillors system services the Eagles Nest and Painted Ridge “The decision about ownership hasn’t been made Gilbert Delorme and David McKersie, voted in fa- subdivisions, north of the village on the east side of yet,” she said. vour. Incumbent councillor Ute Juras and new coun- the lake. cillor Michael McDonald voted against, but were outContinued on Page 8 . . .

Mountain Management has been negotiating the

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff

Invermere council to ‘downzone’ property

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff The District of Invermere is hoping to “downzone” a parcel of land on 15th Avenue after a proposed development fell through.

Cardel Resorts notified the municipality back in July that it has decided not to proceed with the West 15 ‘attainable’ housing development on land near Eileen Madson School.

Now council are planning to cancel the Comprehensive Development Zone on the 5.5-acre parcel and return it to Rural Residential zoning.

“There was a big process in getting people’s minds around it,” said Director of Development Services Rory Hromadnik. “Now the project has been taken away, we have an obligation to at least

get some control back so future developments still have to come through council.”

The West 15 project was to include marketpriced housing, as well as non-market-priced housing controlled by the Invermere Housing Authority.

“This was going to be the District of Invermere’s pillar of affordable housing,” said councillor Bob Campsall.

“The property is sitting vacant. Now that the development will not happen, I think it is appropriate to put it back the way it was. It is clean and appropriate to do it right now,” he added.

However, councillor Al Miller said changing the zoning again seems like wasted effort.

“Council went through the work of getting the area higher zoning. This seems like a step backward and I have an issue with that,” he said.

Mayor Gerry Taft explained that this downzoning would mean that any proposed future development of the land would come back to council for consideration.

“It may be in the best interests of the community to be involved in what projects occur in the future,” he said.

“When there is a large piece of land that has been rezoned and it sits empty for years, then suddenly building starts, the public can be upset that they didn’t have the opportunity to comment.

“A sleeping giant can awake and suddenly start doing something – and be legally permitted to do so,” he said.

Council gave first and second reading to the rezoning on December 9th. A public hearing will be held in January, before council adopts the bylaw.

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On December 6th, at about 5 p.m., RCMP received a report of ATVs driving erratically on Stoddart Creek Road and Highway 93/95 in Windermere.

RCMP attended and located about six ATVs travelling down Stoddart Creek Road.

Once the ATV operators spotted the RCMP car, they fled across the highway and into the back country.

One ATV, a Polaris Ranger two seater, being operated by a 34-year-old female Radium resident, initially fled from police after being directed to pull over by both emergency lights and on verbal direction from the RCMP Constable.

As she fled the police, the driver of the ATV exited southbound onto the highway and recklessly attempted to cross traffic, which proved unsuccessful due to congestion. This enabled the RCMP to block any further attempts at escape.

Once the ATV was stopped, RCMP discovered the driver had a two-year-old child seated next to her.

The child had no helmet, nor was the child secured in an approved seat.

The ATV operator showed complete disregard towards the safety of the young child. She told police that she “was trying to avoid fines.”

The ATV driver would not divulge any information regarding the other ATVs and was charged with No Insurance, Fail to Stop for Police, and No Child Safety Seat under the Motor Vehicle Act and the ATV was towed.

On December 1st, RCMP received a report that the red 1998 Dodge Ram truck that had been parked in front of old Mickey’s Autobody shop on Athalmer Road was stolen. The truck was last seen on November 30th. The value of the truck was about $7,000. On December 4th, the vehicle was located by a passerby and recovered by the RCMP from the train tracks in Edgewater. The vehicle had entered through the canopy and the thieves then broke the rear glass to gain access to the cab. They punched out the ignition and were able to start the truck that way. No other damaged was observed at the time. RCMP are continuing their investigation.

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On December 6th, RCMP received a report of a stolen car. Sometime overnight between 10 p.m. on December 5th and 6 a.m. on December 6th, a 1996 Pontiac Bonneville bearing B.C. plate JWC867 was taken from a driveway in Wilmer.

It is believed the theft occurred sometime early in the morning prior to snowfall as no tracks were present, when it was discovered missing.

The owner told police that there was a set of keys in the centre console. The vehicle had about one-quarter tank of fuel.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to contact the RCMP at (250) 342-9292 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

You, snowmobiles and the law The Columbia Valley Detachment responds every year to complaints about snowmobile riders who drive carelessly in and around public areas or riding in “out of bounds” wilderness areas. For a few, riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs seems to be a normal part of “sledding.” Perhaps this annual reminder will help educate locals and vacationers alike.

All snowmobiles in the province of British Columbia are required to be registered under the Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act. This has been a requirement since the early 1970s. At the time of registration the owner of the snowmobile must place the two yellow decals on either side of the tunnel. These decals are not transferable from machine to machine.

A copy of the registration must be on the machine at all times. Failure to provide proof of registration, or failure to provide the supporting documents, are separate offences for which the operator may be fined under provincial law. If your snowmobile has never been registered before, or has been modified with an aftermarket tunnel, or is from out of province, a mandatory check of your motor and chassis serial numbers is required for registration.

The local police can assist with this and is willing to attend in person, time permitting, to verify your serial numbers. Take note that if you have just recently bought a new snowmobile, it is advisable that you write down the serial numbers of your motor as it will be different than the one on your chassis.

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December 12, 2008

Local bank concerned about counterfeit money

By Pioneer Staff As retail sales increase over the holiday season, businesses and consumers are being urged to watch out for counterfeit notes.

“Local law enforcement and regulatory authorities in British Columbia have seen a substantial increase in the number of counterfeit bills circulating throughout the region, providing concern for local business owners and citizens alike,” said Jessica Bailey, assistant branch manager at CIBC Invermere.

Ms. Bailey said most consumers aren’t aware of what happens if they find a counterfeit note.

“Consumers who accept and deposit counterfeit bank notes into their bank accounts learn, too late, that most banks will hold them liable for their full face value,” she said.

Staff-Sergeant Doug Pack from the RCMP’s local detachment said his department has seen two counterfeit notes since September. “One $20 bill came to a citizen from the ATM at CIBC,” he said.

Staff-Sergeant Pack added that a fake bill with the same serial number was found in Red Deer, Alberta.

In the other instance, “a single $5 counterfeit bill was turned into us,” he said. “There are no known linkages to other police departments or RCMP files, so we don’t know the origin of this particular one.”

As Christmas shopping reaches its peak, people should check their bills when they get them to catch fake currency early.

“Local financial institutions are encouraging the public, especially cash handlers, retailers and consumers, to become more familiar with the security features of old and new series bank notes to help maintain the integrity of Canadian currency,” said Ms. Bailey.

According to CIBC, legitimate notes have seven features that may be different on a counterfeit note.

• Holographic stripe: when you tilt an authentic note, tiny brightly coloured numbers and two-toned maple leafs in the metallic stripe change colour and appear to light up. Also, be sure to check that the numbers in the holographic stripe match the bill’s value.

• Watermark: check there is a watermark with a crisp image of the portrait figure. Place the bill up towards a light source and you will see the image along with the denominational value of the note. Most fake bills will not contain this ghost image, and if they do, the image will be blurred or of poor quality.

• Jig-saw puzzle “see-through” number: check that the irregular marks on both sides of the bill (between the watermark and the large numerals on the right side) are perfectly aligned to create a denominational number that matches the bill’s value when held up to a light source. Many counterfeit bills contain this feature, but are often distorted and misaligned.

• Raised ink printing: run your fingers over the large number, portrait, coat of arms and the words “Bank Of Canada – Banque Du Canada” and you will notice the raised ink will make them feel thicker.

Counterfeiters will have a difficult time attempting to reproduce this feature.

• Security thread: hold the bill up to a light source and you will find the denominational value and the term “CAN” running along the stripe. At first sight, it will look like it is interwoven into the note with the same inscriptions as the front. Many fake notes give the impression to contain this interwoven stripe, but often seem marked with gold paint, or are poorly reproduced on the paper itself.

• Micro-printing: look into the large denominational number on the right and you will see tiny maple leafs and numbers in the value of the bill in a slanted, horizontal position. The added security feature is that the tiny maple leaves are used of raised ink, making them noticeable to the touch.

• Fluorescent secret image: under a fluorescent light, you will see a secret image that glows directly above the portrait image. Additionally, the fibres in the paper will glow red and yellow under this type of light. Beware, however – sophisticated counterfeit notes may contain fluorescent images, so it is important not to rely on this method alone.

For more information, go to www.bankofcanada. ca/en/banknotes/counterfeit/index.html.

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Historical Lens

Blazing new trails in valley

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher

The back country is a wonderful, magical and extraordinary place. Unfortunately, it isn’t very accessible to your average hiker.

Families who come to visit, eager to explore the fantastic mountains and forests all around us, are often intimidated by the journey that is required to get into the back country. Hiking trails begin at the end of gravel roads accessible only by a four-by-four vehicle.

And locals, many of whom would love a good brisk four-hour hike but don’t want to make an all-day expedition of it, are restricted in their choices. It isn’t even possible to take a walk along Lake Windermere, or anything but a small stretch of waterfront.

That’s why the concept of the Old Coach Trail is such an excellent idea. A new $15,000 grant will help pay to connect downtown Radium with the Old Coach Trail leading south.

But that’s just a step along the way. Eventually, the master plan has an entire 180-kilometre trail system created leading from Donald to Canal Flats, to join up with their brand new 1.5-kilometre Source of the Columbia Greenway.

Overall, it’s a huge project that will cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. The Radium-Invermere portion should be completed within two years, then to Canal Flats within five to 10 years.

It’s an exciting proposition, to think about going out for a hike on a well-maintained trail, running alongside the Upper Columbia Wetlands and all the way down the valley, beside both lakes. What a wonderful way to enjoy valley bird life, admire the natural species of wildlife, and simply to smell the flowers.

Spearheading this project is the Columbia Greenways Alliance. This is the group that created the Dragonfly Boardwalk at James Chabot Park; and has been working to finish the eight-kilometre portion of trail south of Radium. As the trail progresses through the valley, we can enjoy watching the pieces connect.

SNOW WALKERS – Walter Nixon, left, was a well-known local mountain guide. Here he is shown taking a walk on snowshoes with Jim Dilworth. The photo is from the Nixon file, but the date is unknown. If you have any more information about Photo A488, please email the Windermere Valley Museum at wvmuseum@cyberlink.bc.ca.

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Businesses should get on board Dear Editor: Thank you, Dave Lister! You have said what has been on my mind for five years.

I, too, cannot believe the lack of participation by local businesses in the two parades we have.

There is no reason why Copper Point and Home Hardware are the only two business entries in our parades.

Parades are a community event – it is just one way to give back to your customers, and it takes very little time and effort.

I have been involved with the Canada Day parade and believe me there is no better feeling then walking down the street waving the maple leaf and

singing C.A.N.A.D.A. It has almost become a tradition that the crowd expects the Copper Point float to have Stompin’ Tom Connors barreling down the street. The crowd gets excited and every year more and more people are singing along.

I am sick of all the businesses telling us to shop local . . .What are you doing for us? If nothing else, by participating in the parade you are getting very cheap advertising and exposure.

Think about that when the next parade rolls around.

Mary Holgate Windermere

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Not all valley voters can trust Harper Dear Editor: This letter is to MP Jim Abbott.

Firstly, the Conservative government is a minority, with only 38 percent of the total vote, as compared to 62 percent for all the other parties combined.

Second, castigating the Bloc Quebecois Party – legitimately seated in the House and legitimately voting as “separatist” – in a perjorative way, is an irresponsible Harper/Conservative move which can only serve to stir up trouble for Canada. We have enough real problems.

Third, you say the NDP/Liberal coalition with promised support from

the Bloc displays ‘naked lust’ for power.

Harper’s lust for power is not naked, but cloaked. The man is a megalomaniac bully and has behaved like this throughout his public life for over 15 years! And he was too cowardly to face the House on December 8th!

Fourth, you have personally worked hard for your constituents in the valley.

I am sad to see that your politics are so far right. Not all the residents and voters in this valley can trust the Conservative word, as it is a dysfunctional and greedy party.

Shirley M. Campbell Invermere

Take a flight over Jumbo and see for yourself Dear Editor: Regarding Calvin Nickel’s letter last week about Jumbo: Calvin, I can give you a little bit of history.

Twenty years ago, Bob Campsall was hunting in that cul-de-sac and ran across a one-horned bull moose. He didn’t get him, but was then worried about said animal being hit by a bus going to Jumbo Resort rather than ending up on his backboard. The moose was worried too, I think.

Bob has done a good job gaining support for his cause, but it has actually backfired. The hunting in there was never great, but since his “Jumbo Promotion,” guess what?

I flew Jim Abbott up there to show him what the fuss was all about. He couldn’t understand. He said: “Are you sure this is it? Are you sure THAT is the

glacier they are talking about? Why, it doesn’t drain into what you say is Jumbo, it goes into that other creek to the north (Horsethief ). Are you sure you’re not lost? Are you pulling my leg?”

Then I showed him Duncan Lake, Commander Glacier, Lake of the Hanging Glaciers, Bugaboo Spire and Lodge – all much more scenic than your Jumbo cul-de-sac. However, if Jumbo is the only creek source you have ever seen, then it’s somewhat understandable.

I wish more folks would take a scenic flight with one of the Babins, or walk straight up Toby to the source.

Like you, I don’t understand either and really don’t much care, but I do wonder about all that time and money wanted on both sides.

Gunner Jorgensen Invermere

Maclean’s covers Jumbo Dear Editor: I would like to point out an interesting article about B.C. ski resorts that appeared in the November 10th issue of Maclean’s Magazine.

The article was written by Nancy

MacDonald and is entitled “A Long Cold Winter Ahead.” I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in the Jumbo issue. You can find it by googling “A Long Cold Winter Ahead, Maclean’s Magazine.”

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Gilbert Delorme disagreed.

“The Village of Canal Flats is not likely ever to own the system. So for the village to have bylaws in place collecting money from Eagles Nest residents for a system they don’t own is not right,” he said.

“It’s run by a private company; let them do their own thing until they want to turn it over to the village.”

Complicating the issue is a $400,000 grant the village received in 2007 from the province’s Towns for Tomorrow grant program to upgrade the system.

“I understand these bylaws were put in place to receive the Towns for Tomorrow funding,” Ms. Juras pointed out.

“Has the province indicated the money would be lost if we rescind the bylaws?”

Mr. Woodbury pointed out that, since the village doesn’t own the system, they couldn’t use the funding anyway.

“The only way council could use the grant is if we gain ownership,” he said.

“Whether we rescind the bylaws or not, if we don’t own the system, we can’t take the funding.”

He added that passing up this grant could pave the way for other provincial grants.

“It may increase our chances of gaining funding for the things we want to do,” he said.

Next on the agenda were four bylaws covering water and sewer taxes for 2009.

“Last December, council passed bylaws to increase water and sewer taxes by roughly 25 percent in each of 2008, 2009 and 2010,” Bruce Woodbury explained.

The increase for 2009 would have taken effect on January 1st. The bylaws that council voted on last week cancelled the increase altogether.

Mr. Woodbury said, “I am not prepared to live with the increase that the last council thought should apply. My movement is to allow this council to look at the costs and decide what should occur.”

Gilbert Delorme said rates were due to increase by an unnecessarily large amount.

“Seventy-five percent over three years seems a bit steep,” he said.

But Ute Juras pointed out the reasoning behind it.

“Our infrastructure is ailing; we are looking at a great deal of capital expenditure in the future. That’s the reason the last council put it in place,” she said.

Lastly, council voted on a further amendment to Subdivision and Development By-

law 82. The controversial bylaw was a key issue in the election, with many residents unhappy with the costs placed on developers in the village.

Mr. Woodbury introduced Amendment Bylaw 110, which gives approval power for a development’s off-site works to council members only. Previously, village staff could approve off-site works.

“That should be a council consideration as there are some major works it would apply to,” Mr. Woodbury said. “That decision should be with council.”

Ute Juras and Michael McDonald both said the change is being rushed.

“I’m not sure if my fellow councillors have had time to study the document,” Ms. Juras said. “I don’t see what the hurry is.”

“I agree in principle that the decision should rest with council,” Mr. McDonald said. “That being said, I’m not sure it is the best time. It would be better to wait until we have met with our solicitor.”

He made a motion to defer the consideration until after the legal discussion. However, the motion failed.

This and every other bylaw heard at the meeting was given first, second and third reading, and is due to be adopted at the council’s December 22nd meeting.

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Valley residents sound off about federal coalition

By Pioneer Staff The leaders of three federal parties – Liberals, NDP and Bloc Quebecois – have signed an agreement to band together and topple the minority Conservative government. We called a few people around the valley to solicit their comments.

• Linda Kobza, Canal Flats I think the Governor-General made the right move. There are a lot of people complaining who didn’t vote. Next time put your money where your mouth is and vote. In January, I’d like to see a proper budget brought down, and I hope it’s good enough to satisfy the opposition. I think Harper made a stupid mistake, but I’ll still vote for him.

• Robert Harvey, Invermere Harper’s government made a mistake trying to cripple the other parties financially, when he doesn’t have a majority in the House to pass such contentious legislation. The coalition situation is similar to Joe Clark’s gas tax budget in 1979. Trudeau’s Liberals defeated Clark’s government on the gas tax issue and then raised gas taxes two or three times what Clark had proposed, and then laughed about it.

Hopefully Harper has learned a lesson and history won’t repeat in this case.

• Andy Stuart-Hill, Invermere I think this supposed coalition is a dreadful concept. Having the separatist Bloc Quebecois party as a support is appalling. I am totally against it.

We elected these people to parliament – they should get on with the job of governing the country. They are spinning their wheels, wasting time in political manoeuvring, behaving like third-world politicians. We’re not a banana republic!

• Chris Evans, Windermere I am frustrated at this immature bickering. I think the Conservatives were doing OK until Harper became a bully and tried to slip a couple of things into the budget that upset the other parties.

Harper should resign and the Conservatives need a new leader. Harper created his own fiasco and I’m frustrat-

ed that they have put so much time and effort into silly bugger games.

• Greg Kester, Invermere I am dead against what the Liberals did. In the election six weeks ago, people expressed their opinion through their vote. Dion has no confidence as a leader. Layton just wants power. I wouldn’t deal with the Bloc party – they represent separatists. I wouldn’t deal with those guys period.

I support Harper what did. What’s going on now is basically anarchy and I’m not very impressed. The main issue is the economy and they have to fix it.

The Conservatives got a mandate six weeks ago. The people spoke and I don’t think the Liberals or the NDP listened.

• Robin Wass, Wilmer Constitutionally, the opposition are well within their rights. Once we elect a delegate, they are beyond our control.

The opposition have every right to bring down the house if they have the lost the confidence of the majority. But is it ever interesting times!

• Mariena Hassett, Brisco I think it’s terrible. I think they are a bunch of poor losers. Our country is in enough turmoil they don’t need to be doing this.

• Dale Genest, Radium Hot Springs I think they should quit playing games and get back to the business of running government. That’s what it boils down to, I guess.

• Barry Tremblay, Edgewater I wish the four parties involved would stop acting like four little kids in a sandbox fighting over the toys.

Stop acting like that instead of looking after the best interests of the nation as a whole.

• Doris Reber, Radium Hot Springs It sucks. I have been watching the news – what a waste of money.

• Rod Conklin, Radium Hot Springs It was a shock to me that these three minority parties would get together to plot the overthrow of the ruling party.

Even though they are a minority – the point is they had the most seats.

Of course I don’t think even in a million years that the three jokers would ever keep together for any length of time. It was just a strategic move to push it in Harper’s face.

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Pat Morrow of Wilmer is pictured shooting a sequence for a National Film Board documentary called“Lost Boys of Afghanistan.” The subject is his wife Baiba, clad in Afghan clothing, simulating a refugee escaping through the Hindu Kush range.

In fact, the scene was shot near the Three Sisters above Canmore.

The Conrad Kain Centennial Society is planning another Mountain Film Fest in April. See Page 14 for more.

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Call to Artists for 2009 Gallery Season Applications available at www.ColumbiaValleyArts.com.

Deadline December 15, 2008.

Public Arts Survey What does ART mean to you?

Speak up about arts and culture in our community!

We want to hear your views on the past, present and future of arts in our region as part of the Columbia Valley Cultural Scan Project.

Complete the survey at www.columbiavalleyarts.com

Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 342-4423.

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Music • visual arts • dining • Bar Scene • entertainment • performance ARTS

Movie Review: The Dark Knight

Reviewed by Cayla Gabruck

Heath Ledger is truly terrifying in The Dark Knight.

Epic, simply epic. The Dark Knight is hands down the best movie I have seen all year.

Receiving tons of publicity due to the death of Heath Ledger in January, the film was directed by Christopher Nolan, who also directed Batman Begins.

Nolan does a fantastic job. It takes a very talented director to pack that many stellar action sequences into a film without breaking the continuity of the film or overshadowing the storyline.

The plot revolves around the ever-handsome Bruce Wayne, also known as Batman – this time played by Christian Bale.

Teaming up with the much-loved Commissioner Gordon, Batman’s goal is to take down the mob that has been terrorizing Gotham City. The city’s new District Attorney, Harvey Dent, played by Aaron Eckhart, is determined to help Batman stop the mob.

Things take a turn for the worse with the arrival of the Joker, a deranged villain played by Heath Ledger.

In this film, the audience is introduced to a darker, torn, but equally captivating version of Batman. His job as protector of Gotham is no longer glorified; instead the viewer is exposed to the very real and very depressing trials of Batman’s innermost turmoil.

Heath Ledger, God rest his amazingly talented soul, does a phenomenal job in this film, managing to perplex and terrify viewers, while leaving them in awe, all at the same time.

Christian Bale, who strikingly resembles Tom Cruise in his Batman debut at some points throughout the film, also does a fantastic job.

This is definitely a must see movie.

RATING: 10 OUT OF 10 HEADS

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Presentation at the Canadian Martyrs’ Catholic Church in Invermere. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome.

• 5:45-6:45 p.m.: Tim Hortons Free Skate at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. Hot chocolate, cookies and Timbits served.

• 7 p.m.: Blue Christmas Service at Christ Church Trinity. A special service for those who find Christmas to be a difficult time, especially for those who have experienced a loss.

Toby Theatre:

Tuesday, December 16th:

• Closed until December 26.

• 7:30 p.m.: December 26-30: High School Musical 3.

• 7-8:15 p.m.: A Holiday Song Spin. The Purcell Mountain Bike School’s spin team invites you to another spin class at the high school cafeteria. Arrive early to set up. If you are new, there is special equipment required – contact us for details. Bring a food bank donation.

For more info call: Becca and Joanne 250-341-1346 or email: bike_school@hotmail.com.

Friday, December 12th: • 9 a.m.: Panorama Mountain Resort Opening Day: 10 runs will be open. For more info call: 1-800-663-2929 or 1-250-342-6941 or visit skipanorama.com.

• 3 p.m.: Radium Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party, Silent Auction at Radium Resort in the Palliser Room. The theme is the Roaring Twenties.

Cocktails at 5:30 p.m. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Dancing, entertainment, gambling, and prizes available for best costumes. Tickets are $55/couple or $30/person.

Available at the Radium Chamber of Commerce. Call Kent for more information: 250-347-9331.

• 4-9 p.m. David Thompson Secondary School Arts and Crafts Fair. For info: 250-342-9213.

• 5:30 p.m.: Rotary Club of Invermere hosts the annual Seniors’ Christmas Dinner at Invermere Inn. For reservations call: 250-342-4242.

Saturday, December 13th: • 3:30 p.m.: Enjoy live entertainment by John Paul Smith, at Panorama Mountain Resort. This high-energy rock trio is renowned for explosive live shows that feature original music and a variety of cover material.

• 6 p.m.: Christmas “Potluck and Play” at the Brisco and District Community Hall. Original play entitled “Trouble at Christmas” written by Susan Stewart and directed by Nola Alt. For info, call: 250-346-3294.

• 2 p.m.: Children’s Santa visit and games at Brisco & District Community Hall.

• 2-5 p.m.: Santa’s coming to Dairy Queen. Get your picture taken with Santa at Dairy Queen, Invermere.

• Bud’s Bar & Lounge 3rd Anniversary with BC/DC.

Sunday, December 14th: • 7 p.m.: Keeping Christ in Christmas. Live Nativity

Friday, December 19th: • Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Hill Opening Day. For more info: 1-800-663-4979.

Sunday, December 21st: • Food Bank Benefit at Lakeside Pub. Hosted by Bill Cropper. Great music from local musicians. Support your local food bank! For info: 250-342-6866.

• 5:45-6:45 p.m.: Tim Hortons Free Skate at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. Hot chocolate, cookies and Timbits served.

• 7 p.m.: Rotary Club of Radium Hot Springs Sunrise invite you to come Christmas carolling. Meet at Rotary Park. For info: Sharlene at 250-347-9625.

Tuesday, December 23rd: • 1 p.m.: Friends, staff and customers are invited to join the Kloos family for refreshments, reminiscing and picking up the last calendar from Lake Auto Service, as the business is closing its doors.

• 2-4 p.m.: The family of Elfie Hemmelgarn invite her friends to tea, in celebration of her 80th birthday, at the Invermere Seniors Hall.

Wednesday, December 24th: • 5:30-7 p.m.: Annual Fairmont Hot Springs Resort torchlight parade and fireworks display. Free event.

• 6 p.m.: Christmas Eve fireworks, coffee and treats in Wilmer.

Thursday, December 25th: • 10 a.m.: Santa On The Slopes at Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Hill.

• 10 a.m.-6 p.m.: Free swimming all day long on Christmas Day at Fairmont Hot Springs for those providing a food or cash donation to the Columbia Valley Food Bank!

Friday, December 26th: • 10:30 a.m. Snow Snake Hunt at Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Hill. 11 a.m-noon: 3-Legged Snowshoe Race. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Fairmont Winter Olympics at the Ski Hill. 1-2 p.m.: Sled Building and Pulling Race. 2-3 p.m.: Blindfolded Snowman Building. 3-4 p.m.: Winter Scavenger Hunt. For info: 1-800-6634979.

Wednesday, December 31st: • St. Eugene Golf, Resort & Casino King Size New Year’s Eve Celebration. New Year’s Eve deluxe package and Casino of the Rockies package available. Cash prizes, dinner and entertainment. For info: 250-4172772 or visit: www.steugene.ca.

• Radium Hot Springs’ 18th birthday celebration.

Tobogganing and skating in the park, hot dogs, hot chocolate and birthday cake! Fireworks at The Springs driving range.

• 6:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort New Year’s Eve Gala. Cocktails (cash bar) and grand buffet dinner. Entertainment by Ray ‘The Hatman’.

Party favours and champagne at midnight. Casual elegant dress. For ages 16 years and older. Cost $59 per person. Advance tickets available from the Resort Lodge Front Desk. For more info: 1-800-663-4979.

• 9:30 p.m.-3 a.m. New Year’s Eve Party at Bear’s Paw Lounge in the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Lodge. Entertainment by Dana Honey. Cash bar.

Free entry.

• 7 p.m.: Panorama Mountain Resort New Year’s Eve celebrations. Dinner, entertainment, fireworks and the annual torchlight parade. Join us inside for coffee/ hot chocolate and a dessert station buffet. For tickets, call 1-800-663-2929. Adults $46.20, children under 12 $17.33.

• 9 p.m. “New Year’s Eve Frolic” at the Brisco & District Community Hall. Tickets available at Brisco General Store.

• Moulin Rouge New Year’s Eve party at Bud’s Bar & Lounge, Invermere.

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Conrad Kain Society seeks amateur short films Submitted by Pat Morrow Conrad Kain Centennial Society Following on the heels of last April’s successful Conrad Kain Mountain Film Night at J. A. Laird school in Invermere, the Conrad Kain Centennial Society has decided to make this an annual event.

The evening is comprised of films from the best of the Vancouver International Mountain Film Fest, and will be held on April 24th, 2009.

Like last year, a brief talk on Conrad Kain’s life and times and a selection of films will be shown to the students of J. A. Laird in the afternoon prior to the evening’s program.

For a new twist, we’d like to invite local filmmakers of any age, but particularly young people, to create short films (under 10 minutes) that reflect the adventure and nature-appreciation values that mountain guide Conrad Kain held in his day – that is to say, films that explore the challenges and rewards of

self-propelled mountain activities, or that chronicle individual or group efforts that help to preserve and protect the pristine nature of the wilderness that Kain depended on to make a living as a mountain guide and outfitter.

Kain practised a form of eco-tourism in the early 1900s that left virtually zero impact on the valleys and mountains where he took his well-heeled clients on climbing and hunting trips.

Send or drop off two copies of your DVD, along with a short description and title, and your contact information by April 1st, 2009 to Herb Weller, teacher at J. A. Laird School in Invermere.

The centennial society will choose the two best films and include them in the evening’s offerings.

To help generate your own ideas on how to develop your story line, please go to the newly completed site, www. conradkain.com, for details on Conrad Kain’s life and accomplishments.

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Enter to win a Season’s Ski & Soak Pass!

Visit Fairmont Hot Springs over the Holidays for more family fun. For information, call 250.345.6000 or visit fairmonthotsprings.com.

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The Pioneer has some VILLAGE ARTS bright ideas for local gifts CANADIAN FINE CRAFT

Compiled by Pioneer Staff Our staff went shopping, and here are just a few of the many great gift ideas they come up with!

Don’t Make Me Laugh Jr. • $32.95, Monkey’s Uncle, 1225-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-2515.

This is an adaptation of the popular adult party game. Kids follow a game board and pick up “laughter cards� that give them a funny situation to act out. The more the other players laugh, the more points they earn!

Inspired Solutions Recordable Ornament with Photo Frame • $9.99, The Source by Circuit City, 1229-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-6415.

Add a special touch to someone’s Christmas tree with this personalized ornament. Record a festive message into the microphone for someone to listen to over and over, then add a photo of yourself to go with it.

L’il Tex Traeger BBQ • $769.99 with a $100 rebate, Home Hardware, 9980 Arrow Road, Windermere, 250-342-6908.

Using wood pellets instead of gas or charcoal, Traeger BBQs give food a unique smoky taste that soaks into the food. This smaller model has 418 square inches of cooking surface and is easy to use and clean.

Miam Miam Flora mug • $26.95, Kicking Horse Cafe, #1, 491 Arrow Road, Windermere, 250-342-4489. These funky mugs will hold a healthy overdose of Kicking Horse Coffee – and look spectacular, to boot!

Valley Vox, by Dorothy Isted • $25, available at Kootenay Coffee Works, Dave’s Book Bar, All Things Beautiful, Pip’s Country Store, and Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. If you’re a local history buff, want to know more about the valley, or enjoy a book sprinkled with familiar place names, then pick up a copy of this first novel by local writer and Pioneer contributor Dorothy Isted.

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Lamo microfibre/suede chocolate ugg boots • $49.99, Summit Footwear, 1209-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-6611. Shoes that look good and feel good will be on every girl’s wish list. These boots are made with quality Australian sheepskin.

Gai wan tea set • $12, Mei Mei’s Asian Market, 901-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-6347.

Let someone in on the ancient Chinese art of tea infusion. This set will make a beautiful addition to an afternoon tea table.

Petit Lem boys’ Christmas-themed pyjamas • $23.95, Rainbow Donkey, 901-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-4470.

The kids will be warm and festive in these PJs, adorned with bulldogs in Christmas hats!

Grace Hats toque • $44.95, Inside Edge, 905-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-0402.

This vintage-looking head gear will be a toasty accessory during the holiday chill. Available in a range of colours, the handmade toque has brown buttons along the crown and a pom-pom on top.

Whoopee cushion • $2, Nostalgia, 1021-7th Ave, Invermere, 250342-3865.

This classic prank aid still gets a laugh from young and old. It’s perfect as a stocking stuffer. Nostalgia is full of quirky gift ideas that you won’t have thought of already.

Made Especially For You by Henny ripple afghan • $100, Village Arts, 1045-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-6151. Let someone cuddle up to this hand-

made, blue crocheted rug. It’s comforting just to look at this one-of-a-kind blanket.

Personalized gift basket • from $10, It’s A Wrap! 250-342-3160.

Order a gift pack as unique as the person who’s receiving it! Baskets can include beauty products, sweet and savoury foods, gourmet coffees and more – just describe the person you’re buying for and Jayne will come up the ideal gift for them.

Eminence Organic Skin Care gift bag • $38, Fusion Wellness Spa, 518-13th St, Invermere, 250-341-3511.

Buy someone this luxe gift set and they could also win a “golden ticket” to Mii Amo spa at Enchantment Resort in Arizona. The set includes a 100 percent certified organic, SLS-free body wash, as well as a loofah, an ornament and a chocolate.

Chocolate Budweiser bottle • $12.50, Candyland, 1206-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-2125.

Beer lovers will get a kick out of this block of chocolate in the shape of a beer bottle – complete with Budweiser label.

Wine Tasting Party Kit • $22.95, Be Gifted, 1206-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-341-3775.

Kit includes a wine tips tasting guide, 36 round glass markers, three deluxe numbered wine bags, 12 invitations, scoring sheet, quick sheet and 12 pencils.

C.R. Gibson travel organizer • $24.95, Dave’s Book Bar, 1046-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-6511. Frequent fliers will appreciate this stylish travel wallet with spaces for pen, passport, tickets, and other essential documents.

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. . . of gift ideas Photo Clock • from $29.99, Invermere OneHour Photo, 1214-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-3262. Replace the clock face with your face! This unique clock displays a photo of your choice.

Share a Bear • $11, BC Liquor Store, 510-13th St, Invermere, 250-342-4292; Highway 95, Radium, 250-347-9536.

This cute and cuddly stuffed toy is the perfect gift and it supports a good cause. Choose one bear to take home while its twin is donated to a local shelter, hospital or other charity.

Silver coffee grinder • $35, and bag of Kootenay Coffee, $13, Meet on Higher Ground Coffee House, No. 7-7527 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs, 250-347-6567.

Check out the vintage-looking coffee grinders, and pair it with some Kootenay Coffee, made in Nelson.

Mechanix gloves • from $22.95, Radium Hot Springs Esso, 7507 Main Street West, 250-3479726. Not sure what to get the car buff?

Not only are these protective gloves warm, but their grippy palms make picking up fumbled nuts and bolts easy.

Suitable for year-round use.

Fishin’ Fanatic Youth Backpack • $59.95, Radium Hot Springs Petro Canada, 4929 Highway 93, 250347-9988. The backpack comes with rod, reel, lures, bait, fishing line, swivels, bobbers, non-lead split shot, fish stringer, stickers, a license holder and a water bottle!

Heated footbeds • $99.95, Syndicate Boardshop, 280 Laurier St, Athalmer, 250-342-3839.

Keep your toes toasty with these heated cushions for ski, snowboard or winter boots. They come with a rechargeable battery system for warmth that lasts up to 12 hours.

Makita 10.8-volt L-Ion two-piece cordless combo kit • $189.99, Rona, 410 Borden St, Athalmer, 250-342-6226.

This is the perfect gift for the handyman on your list! The cordless impact driver and cordless drill driver come in a stainless steel case.

Lamp Berger starter kit • $44, Interior World, 926-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-4406. These room deodorizers will have the home smelling delicious. They come in a range of glass jars with 15 scents, such as fresh linen, green apple, and lavender fields.

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These cool gift ideas will warm someone’s heart Jewellery box • from $95, Te Papa Nui Antiques & Collectables, 1340 Industrial Road No. 3, Athalmer, 250-342-0707.

These unique keepsakes will be a beautiful vessel for her favourite jewellery. Visit the store for more ideas, such as beautiful dishes, pretty cups and saucers, old golf clubs, snow shoes, old prints and, of course, antique furniture.

Saltspring Island cheeses • from $9, Spring Health Foods, 901-7th Ave, Invermere, 250-3422552.

These award-winning organic cheeses are a special holiday item. Hand-made with great care, with the milk of happy, grass-pastured Jersey cows, this is probably the best cheese you’ll ever taste!

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Espe colourful wallets • from $25, Full View Curtains, #3 7585 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs, 250-347-9181. These funky wallets come in all different shapes and sizes; they even have handbags!

Human Touch glassware • $9.55, N’Deco Interiors, #4 7585 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs, 250-347-9181.

Not your ordinary glassware! Decorated with quirky sayings, these are great gifts for those with a sense of humour!

60-minute hot stone massage • $90, Bare Hands Massage located at the Prestige Inn, 7493 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs, 250-3472121.

Enjoy an hour of relaxation as hot river tones are placed on your body, moving into a deep massage.

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Georgian Leather Pin • $19.99 Nature’s Gifts, located at the Visitor Information Centre, 7556 Main Street East; Radium Hot Springs, 250-347-9331. Nature’s Gifts is operated by the Friends of Kootenay.

These rustic-looking pins are made completely of leather and come in the shapes of various wildlife.

Donation to Family Resource Centre • Any amount is welcome, 625-4th Ave, Invermere, 250-342-4242.

Make a donation to the Family Resource Centre and you’ll be supporting valley families who really need it. Charitable tax receipts issued.

Toshiba 9-inch portable DVD player • $199.99, Sears, 514-13th St, Invermere, 250-342-6901.

This go-anywhere rechargeable device means you can watch movies, listen to music and look at photos on the go.

Perfect for road trips, the player has an LCD monitor, a five-hour battery life and two headphone jacks so you can watch with a friend.

Archipelago bath and body gift set • $44.99, Fairmont Village Gift Shop in the Fairmont Village Mall, 250-345-6133.

The Archipelago range of beauty products are made with soy and milk.

This gift set includes a soy wax candle, soy milk soap, a moisturizer, and a face cloth. You can also pick up a foot scrub, bath bomb, bubble bath, body wash, and shampoo and conditioner.

Garmin 205 runner’s GPS watch • $205, Crazy Soles, 4884 Athalmer Road, Windermere, 250-342-2074.

While you’re jogging, this watch will calculate how many calories you’ve burned and give you highly accurate readings on time, distance and pace. All in a sleek, one-piece design.

Emerald 870 sewing machine • $1,999, Essentials, 729-12th St, Invermere, 250-342-9313.

This top-of-the-range sewing machine has the longest sewing arm on the market and the best lighting. It also features the exclusive Husqvarna sensory system that judges the type of fabric and stitches needed.

Sterling Covana hot tub cover • $4,999, Diamond Heating & Spas, 385 Laurier Street, Athalmer, 250342-7100. Check out this hot tub cover and gazebo in one! It raises and lowers mechanically so that when it’s down, it covers the spa, and when it’s up, it provides shade.

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December 12, 2008

Olive Lake 2008 Map Book Cover Buy a giclĂŠe print of this beautiful oil painting, and part of the proceeds will help the Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere Branch.

Two sizes are available, framed and unframed, starting at $450.

For more information, please visit The Artym Gallery at 934-7th Avenue or call (250) 342-7566.

All prints are available for viewing.

The Bugaboos-Cobalt Lake

Chisel from Lake Windermere

Cabins by the Lake

Music of the Night

Prints are still available.

Prints are still available.

Prints are still available.

Prints are now sold out.

by Elizabeth Wiltzen raised $5,100 for the Invermere Public Library.

by Cameron Bird raised $3,100 to date for the Windermere District Historical Society.

by Neil Swanson raised $3,300 to date for the Family Resource Centre.

by Alex Fong raised $6,900 for the Summit Youth Centre.

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December 12, 2008

YOUR MONEY

Group RRSPs: what you need to know It wasn’t long ago that people thought of big corporations as the good Samaritans of the retirement world, providing employees with generous pensions based on their earnings and years of service with the company.

But times have changed. Big companies are stepping out of the pension business in an effort to cut costs. Many defined benefit pension plans are turning into defined contribution pension plans, meaning employers are no longer liable for the future of a worker’s retirement.

Meanwhile, more and more people are working for small and mid-sized businesses that can’t afford to administer pension plans.

But all is not lost: the financial industry has developed new products and services to keep up with our changing economy. One of these is the group Registered Retirement Savings Plan. In many ways, group RRSPs offer the best of both worlds, more flexible for employees, and more affordable for employers.

What is a group RRSP?

A group RRSP is simply a collection of individual RRSPs owned by employees and/or members of a sponsoring organization. Usually, contributions to a group RRSP are automatically deducted from an employee’s paycheque, and are usually matched by the employer. Typically, participation in a group RRSP depends on length of employment and position in the

company. Much like a regular RRSP, contributions to a group RRSP are tax deductible, and investment options and withdrawal criteria are similar as well.

Where are they set up?

Most group RRSP plans are set up with mutual fund companies, insurance companies or the banks.

There are plenty of choices for employers looking to set up a group RRSP plan for their employees: with a little shopping around, employers can find what plan will be right for them.

What is the difference between a pension and a group RRSP?

In a “traditional” pension (i.e., defined benefit), retirement benefits were essentially guaranteed, regardless of the performance of the underlying pension fund. While this was good for the employee, the company often incurred considerable risk – the company sometimes had to cover benefits if pension investments performed poorly.

With a group RRSP, each employee is responsible for his own retirement benefit: benefits are determined by how much money is in the fund at retirement.

These plans are sometimes referred to as defined contribution plans because the only thing that is contractually defined is the amount of money the employer puts into the plan on behalf of the employee.

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Between the two, employees can start taking charge of their retirement savings, and make the right decisions about their financial future. If you own a small or mid-sized business, you may want to consider a group RRSP instead of a traditional employee pension plan.

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George Greenside makes all the signs pictured here on site at McGillvary’s Landing and Outpost.

Photo by Cayla Gabruck

NEED A GIFT IDEA?

New ‘outpost’ in Windermere

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff “It’s a sportsman’s and a homeowner’s paradise.”

That is how George Greenside, owner and operator of McGillvary’s Landing and Outpost, describes his new business venture.

Located at Windermere on Highway 93/95, McGillvary’s Landing and Outpost is composed of three distinct businesses, each embodying one of George’s passions.

Geroge has been building custom signs for 22 years. That’s why Windermere Valley Signs, previously named Greenside Signs, is the bread and butter of the operation.

Firstly, George constructs custom, main-entrance type signs. He constructs each sign in-house, and has the capability to create signage on metal, stainless steel, wood and even concrete.

George’s second business operation at the outpost consists of custom, antique-looking signs featuring some retro shots of the valley’s most popular recreation activities, created by George himself. Each sign is oneof-a-kind and bears the name of hot spots in the area.

“The whole theme behind it is to promote the Windermere Valley,” he said. “I try to put things together that people will find interesting and catchy – suitable for any type of cottage or cabin.”

He describes his work as classy and functional.

“The unique thing about this is that everything in here is completely customizable,” George said.

Not only can he customize the existing signs dis-

played in the store, but he can create a sign out of any family memorabilia you may have, even going as far as restoring photographs.

Along with his own work, George is also working hard to promote the work of other artists and craftspeople in the Columbia Valley. This includes quilts by the Fairmont Quilters Guild and unique handmade furniture from Fairmont.

“I live here and there are a lot of people who probably would love to see some of this stuff in their place,” he said. “That’s why I got into this.”

The third component of the outpost is a fishing supply store. Here George has more than 65 rods in stock as well as a variety of lures and survival gear, all the while sporting some of angling’s most popular brands.

He also has starter kits for that young fisher in your family. Complete with rod and lures, it is the perfect gift!

“Fishing is a hobby to me and it’s a passion – I get out as much as I possibly can,” he said. “So, as you can see, signs and fishing equipment are probably my life.”

George has lived in the valley for some time. He has lived in Canal Flats for eight years, and before that he hailed from Fairmont Hot Springs via Calgary.

Prior to opening his store, he owned Greenside Signs and was employed with Windermere Water and Sewer as an operations manager.

McGillvary’s Landing and Outpost is open from Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday.

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December 12, 2008

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Pioneer Briefs Radium directors appointed At their first official meeting on December 3rd, the freshly sworn-in council for the Village of Radium appointed the following people to represent the Village on several local committees and boards: Mayor Dee Conklin was chosen as the primary representative for the Regional District of East Kootenay while Brent Frederickson was appointed as Deputy Mayor and alternate director for the regional district.

Ron Verboom will continue to be the Village’s representative on the Radium Public Library board and the Columbia Valley Recreation Society.

Don Devlin will also join Mr. Verboom as a representative for the Columbia Valley Recreation Society.

Wilmer fireworks planned The sky above Wilmer will be lit up again this Christmas Eve with the third annual fireworks display.

Residents of Wilmer and visitors from surrounding communities are invited to Wilmer Community Hall and Conrad Kain Park from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, December 24th.

The spectacular fireworks show begins at 7:30 p.m. Throughout the evening, hot chocolate will be served for kids and coffee and snacks will be sold.

“The evening was so popular last year that we ran out of hot chocolate in the first half an hour,” said Sharon Wass, a member of Wilmer Community Club.

“Word of mouth spread so quickly and we had tonnes of people.”

Open fires will be dotted around the community to keep the Christmas spirit warm.

And Wilmer residents will have their Christmas lights blazing all evening.

“Everyone comes to Wilmer to see the beautiful Christmas lights,” Sharon said. “This year, come to Wilmer for some Christmas spirit.”

Wilmer Community Club organizes the event, with a great deal of help from community members who love getting into the festive spirit.

Local bowler wins $700 Murray Boyarski of Fairmont Hot Springs was the lucky winner of $700 at

the Valley Alley on November 14.

Murray hit the “Turkey Pot” on the turkey wheel, a game for league bowlers, after bowling three strikes in a row. He is the first winner of the pot this year and earned himself a turkey along with the cash. Len Graham of Invermere followed suit on December 5th, winning $127.

Food Bank benefit concert set for December 21st Local musicians will be joining forces for a good cause on Sunday, December 21st at the Lakeside Pub in Invermere to raise money for the Columbia Valley Food Bank.

The festivities will begin at 5 p.m. at the Lakeside Pub and master of ceremonies Bill Cropper recommends coming early to avoid missing out on any of the action.

Kurt Reichel, Deb Ede, Brian Rogers, Stacy DeCosse and Gord Askey are a few of the talented local performers you can expect to see on the 21st.

For more information, please call the Lakeside Pub at 250-342-6866.

Where was that photo taken?

Several callers have told us that our Historical Lens photo of November 28th of Don and Ethel Cameron was not taken in Sinclair Canyon, but some other canyon. Would you like to wade in on this discussion? Call us at 250341-6299.

Pioneer Travel Contest All remaining travel photos submitted before midnight, December 31st will be published in The Pioneer. The draw will be made and the winner announced the following week.

Last year Peter Bartman and Sandi McAllister of Columbia Ridge won two nights at the Fantasyland Hotel, courtesy of Travel World in Invermere.

This year the lucky winner will receive a night at a Calgary hotel and two free tickets to see the Calgary Flames.

Since our office at 1008-8th Avenue, Invermere will be closed from December 20th to 28th, please make sure to email your photos or bring them in after December 29th. Good luck!

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December 12, 2008

Mortgage brokers join national alliance The borrower decides and picks the features and options of the mortgage that matter most and The team at Meridian is expays the interest rate that reflects tremely pleased to announce that their individual needs. they have now joined the Mortgage This is great news for anyone Alliance Group, the largest and searching for a new property or highest volume mortgage brokerage looking to refinance. in Canada.

We are still an independent You can find them at www. mortgage brokerage and therefore mortgagealliance.com. we still have access to all of the Over the last eight years as a same lenders and products as bemortgage broker, Bill Rainbow has fore, but we are now able to offer a witnessed a wide variety of changes wide variety of ‘in house’ products in both the mortgage and real estate with nationwide backing. industries, and in this ever-changThe Meridian team consists of ing market, the progressive thinking Bill and Andrea Rainbow, Meghan of Mortgage Alliance was a great fit O’Neill, Christine Keshen and for Meridian.

Tammy Smith, a licensed broker The power of the nation-wide Meridian’s brokers – from left: Christine Keshen, Meghan O’Neill, Andrea and Bill Rainbow. situated in Revelstoke. brokerage allows Mortgage AlliYou can still find our office ance to offer products and services across from the Best Western on Mortgage Alliance brokers. “unique to the mortgage industry.�

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Changes to snow removal

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SNOWBIRDS (Ages 4 to 8) t 5 weeks only $184* t t t t

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff Invermere’s Snow and Ice Policy was amended at December 9th’s council meeting to expand the district’s road network and take in arterial sidewalks.

The policy assigns priorities for the public works crew to clear snow and ice.

Director of Municipal Works Brian Nickurak explained that first priority goes to essential service routes for the hospital and the schools. Next priority are the high-traffic arterial roads. Thirdly, the crew clears roads with a steep slope. Next, they focus on the business centre. Last priority are residential areas.

The policy was changed last week to include roads leading to and passing through CastleRock Estates. It also gives special attention to the sidewalks on 9th and 12th Streets, leading downhill from the hospital to main street.

Councillor Spring Hawes also made a motion to add the hill on 6th Street leading up to Lakeview Manor to the priorities of roads with steep slopes.

The motion was passed.

Sessions run Sundays 1pm to 2:30pm.

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Sessions run Sundays 10:30am to noon First 5-week Session Starts Sunday, January 11th, register by December 30th Second 5-week Session Starts Sunday, February 22nd, register by February 15th $194* per 5-week Session, including ALL lessons/rental package and lift tickets!

NANCY GREENE SKI LEAGUE (Ages 6 to 10) t 10 weeks only $325* Join our popular NGSL 10-week skill development program for children with a minimum ability to ski green runs. This program teaches safety and skill development in a fun environment. t Saturdays 10:30am to 3:30pm. 10-weeks starting Saturday, January 10th t $325* (lift pass not included) t NGSL members qualify for a specially-priced Season’s Lift Pass for only $100*

NANCY GREENE SKI LEAGUE PLUS (Ages 7 to 12) t 14 weeks only $650* NGSL+ is geared towards the next level and focuses on building stronger skiers. There is a strong emphasis on ski competition and learning skills through race training. Enjoy 29 Days of instruction and fun over a 14-week period. t Saturdays 10:15am to 3:30pm AND Sundays 9:30am to 12:30pm t 14-weeks starting Saturday, January 3rd t $650* (lift pass not included) t NGSL+ members qualify for a specially-priced Season’s Lift Pass for only $100*

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RBC RIDERS "HFT t XFFLT POMZ * Similar to the Nancy Greene program, RBC Riders is a 10-week snowboard freeride program for children with a minimum ability to ski green runs. t Saturdays 10:30am to 3:30pm t 10-weeks starting Saturday January 10th t $325* (lift pass not included) t RBC Riders members qualify for a speciallypriced Season’s Lift Pass for only $100*/ages 8-12 or $125*/ages 13-14 *GST is not included in above pricing.

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GET PUMPED TODAY Why should we pump out septic tanks?

- Avoid costly repairs, regular maintenance is cost effective compared to replacing your septic system - It could stop working at the most inconvenient time (middle of winter, or a party, etc) - Save the environment, a full (or malfunctioning) tank could saturate and pollute the surrounding area, including creeks, ponds, and lakes. This could give off a foul smell, affecting the neighbourhood - Tanks close to the surface could freeze during the winter months if not used regularly - Septic tanks not used regularly also tend to fill quicker as the bacterial action stops working when not used (part time user should have their tanks pumped just as often as full-time users) - Your septic system is designed to last a very long time if maintained properly

TANKS SHOULD BE PUMPED EVERY 3 YEARS For More Info:

Contact Bruce of Dehart Sewer & Drain Ltd. 250-347-9803

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING (Bud’s Bar & Lounge)

NOTICE is given of a Public Hearing to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16th, 2008 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office (914 8th Avenue) in the District of Invermere to consider an application by Bud’s Bar & Lounge to amend their liquor license.

The applicant is proposing to extend the permitted hours of food and beverage service on the existing outdoor patio from 12:00 am (midnight) to 2:00 am. The application does not include or permit an increase to the seating capacity of the business.

The property is located at 722 – 13th Street, Invermere, legally described as Lot A, Plan #4994, DL 216.

The District of Invermere is required to submit to the B.C. Liquor Control and Licensing Branch comment regarding the potential for noise, the impact on the community, whether the proposed amendment will change the primary purpose of the license and the views of nearby residents. Further, Council is required to forward a resolution to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch expressing Council’s considered comment on the application based on input received during the public consultation process.

All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed changes may: • send written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing • fax written briefs to the District of Invermere prior to the hearing; or • present verbal or written briefs at the hearing.

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

A copy of this proposed application and relevant background documents may be inspected at the District of Invermere municipal office 914 - 8th Ave., Invermere from Monday, December 1st to Tuesday December 16th, 2008. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Rory Hromadnik Director of Development Services

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE P.O. Box 339, 914 8th Ave., Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Telephone: (250) 342-9281 Fax: (250) 342-2934

December 12, 2008

Trail system to connect downtown Radium with Old Coach Trail

By Cayla Gabruck Pioneer Staff Residents of the Village of Radium Hot Springs were pleased to find out that the Old Coach Trail Greenway Connector Project in Radium will be on the receiving end of $15,513 of grants through the Union of British Columbia Municipalities Community Tourism Program.

When completed, the project will see a 600-metre trail connecting downtown Radium with the existing ‘Old Coach trail’ – it is also a fundamental component of a larger Invermere to Radium trail project proposed.

“We had heard through the grapevine that we might be receiving the funding – we were thrilled when it actually did come true,” said mayor Dee Conklin. “We have been promoting Radium as a walking community and this only expands the direction that we can go.”

The Old Coach trail is located just south of Radium Hot Springs on the right hand side of the road. Six miles in length, it begins at the third telephone pole as you are heading south on Highway 93/95, runs above the wetlands and connects back up with Highway 93/95 at Dry Gulch. As the name suggests, the trail was originally used as a road by the original settlers of the Columbia Valley.

The trail is one of several projects initiated by Columbia River Greenways Alliance, a non-profit society devoted to developing a network of trails in the Upper Columbia Valley to connect communities. To date they have successfully completed trail systems near Canal Flats, Invermere, Golden and Radium Hot Springs.

Nick Berzins, executive director with Columbia River Greenways Alliance echoed Dee’s excitement.

“This is great news and demonstrates the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ commitment to non-motorized trail networks and greenways,” he said.

The project was initiated some time ago, but work on the project has accelerated in the last two years.

“We have approximately eight kilometres of trail completed from Dry Gulch to the south edge of Radium,” Mr. Berzins said. “This funding relates to extending the trail approximately 800 metres into the downtown core of the Village of Radium Hot Springs at the corner of Main and Edelweiss.”

The $15,000 grant comes on behalf of the province through the Union, an organization that represents municipalities across British Columbia.

However, the grant is only a portion of the project’s estimated total of $103,613.68. This figure covers the cost of design and permitting, kiosk construction and interpretive displays.

Once completed, this project may be a part of a larger trail system, potentially connecting with the recentlyopened trail system in Canal Flats.

“To the north the trail will connect to the Sinclair Creek Greenway and onto Donald,” Mr. Berzins said.

“To the south, the trail will connect to the Dragonfly Boardwalk, then the Botanical Gardens Greenway and south to Fairmont Hot Springs.”

Work is set to begin as soon as the frost lifts in 2009 and Mr. Berzins estimates that the trail will be fully completed by July 2010.

Currently, according to statistics received from the Radium Visitor Information Centre, hiking is one of the most popular recreation activities for tourists in the Columbia Valley.

“It’s definitely one of the biggest questions we are asked about,” said Kent Kebe, manager at the Radium Visitor Information Centre. “It would be nice if we could send people to the trail, especially if it goes all the way to Invermere.”

Indeed, the link to the village’s neighbours is one of the biggest advantages, according to council.

“This will bring our communities of Radium, Invermere and the First Nations closer together,” Mrs. Conklin added.

“As science fiction writer H. G. Wells once said: ‘Cycle trails will abound in Utopia’ – this is our Utopia!”

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December 12, 2008 . . . Continued from Page 4 Registration is up to $15 for the life of the snowmobile. While it may be a sore point for some snowmobile owners, it’s a small price to enjoy a ride in “The Best Place on Earth�.

All registered snowmobiles are allowed to use “non maintained� Forest Service Roads without ICBC insurance. However, once a grader makes a swipe of the road it becomes maintained. If you wish to use the snowmobile on a public road, even just to cross, by law you need to have your machine licensed and insured, just like a car. You then require a permit from your local RCMP Detachment which will outline where you can cross or if you can operate on a roadway. In the Columbia Valley, this is only granted to commercial or government agencies who require such permits to carry out their mandates.

Ditch riding is also prohibited, as liability insurance is required within 30 metres of the centre of the roadway.

To operate on a “non maintained� Forest Service

Road, including public roads and crown land, the snowmobile must be in good mechanical condition with an operative headlight, rear light, and working brakes. There is no enforceable helmet law while riding on Crown Land, but it makes sense to wear one.

Those who wish to mix recreational riding with recreational drugs, including alcohol, are advised that the Criminal Code of Canada prohibits the impaired operation of any motor vehicle including snowmobiles on any public road or public access area. Every year the RCMP responds to incidents involving snowmobiles where alcohol was a contributing factor to poor decision making. Impaired operation of a snowmobile carries the same penalty as impaired operation of a car, truck or any other “road worthy� vehicle.

If back country adventures are your thing, plan and be prepared. An avalanche beacon, probe, shovel, warm clothing, survival kit, first aid kit, snowshoes and a basic tool kit should all be part of your basic back country travel pack. Leave an itinerary with someone, and don’t go alone. Never rely on other snowmobilers to bail you out. Ride within your limits and ride with

respect to the area you are riding in.

Feel free to join your local snowmobile club. The Windermere Valley Snowmobile Society is this area’s local organized club and they have cabins available in a few back-country riding areas.

Ignorance is bliss, except when it comes to the law.

The Columbia Valley Detachment has two snowmobiles and all members of this detachment are trained operators. Enforcement patrols will be made in many of the snowmobiling areas.

Snowmobile thefts have risen noticeably. Stolen sleds can be stripped and parted for cash or sold to unsuspecting buyers. If it’s too good to be true, then it is. In our experience, random checks of sleds either on the trail or while being transported curb thefts within a community.

Ultimately snowmobiling is fun; it is a great way to enjoy the winter months. We want you to have fun – safe fun!

If you have any questions or concerns with regards to snowmobiles please contact the Columbia Valley Detachment. We’d rather talk to you than about you.

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DISTRICT OF INVERMERE 2009 SCHEDULE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL

The District of Invermere Council meets regularly throughout the year on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office (914 – 8th Avenue, Invermere)

January 13th & 27th February 10th & 24th March 10th & 24th April 14th& 28th May 12th & 26th June 9th & 23rd

Brad Spence will compete in the Nor-Am Cup this weekend.

July 14th & 28th August 11th & 25th September 8th & 22nd October 13th & 27th November 10th & 24th December 8th & 22nd

Agendas are posted on our website www.invermere.net prior to the meetings or are available at the Municipal Office

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE P.O. Box 339, 914 8th Ave., Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Telephone: (250) 342-9281 Fax: (250) 342-2934

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The word has come from Federation Internationale de Ski: no World Cup for Panorama Resort next year.

But take heart, race fans! We’ve got the next best thing happening from December 14th to 18th. The Northwest Funds Nor-Am Cup Series should be action-packed, as racers vie for World Cup spots and possibly even a chance at the Olympics.

The Nor-Am (North American Cup) is just one rung below World Cup and is the top racing series in North America.

Races take place at nine different venues in Canada and the U.S. The series will conclude with the Nor-Am Finals in mid-March 2009 in Lake Placid, New York.

While the racers are primarily from the U.S. and Canada, at this time of year we can expect an international field as athletes have gathered here for preseason training. We may also see some World Cup racers participating!

Overall winners in each discipline (Slalom, Giant Slalom, Super G, and Downhill) automatically secure spots to race in the World Cup Series in 2009/2010. As Panorama Nor-Am Race Chairman Roc Spence points out, NorAm series winners will have a chance at Olympic starts if they ski fast in the opening races of the World Cup series next season.

There is a lot at stake, which should make for some wonderful spectating as these young racers give it all they’ve got

in the hopes of ultimately competing in the Vancouver Olympics in 2010.

The races will be easy to watch, taking place on Old Timer and Hayfever, just off the Mile One Quad. Allowing sufficient time, you don’t need skis – you could hike up to the finish.

On Saturday, December 13th you will see both men and women in training runs.

On Sunday, December 14th the women will take part in the super-combined race (a relatively new event – one run of Super G and one run of Slalom.

Combined times are used to calculate the results).

On Monday, both men and women will run the Super G course, while the men will have a go at Super-Combined on Tuesday, December 16th.

The ladies then move to the next venue, while the men compete in GS races on December 17th and 18th.

Our local connection is the National Ski Team’s Brad Spence. Brad is a Team Panorama alumnus and grew up skiing the mountain. Brad is returning to snow after a long recovery from injuries sustained almost two years ago, so be sure to give Brad an extra loud cheer as he skis by!

We may also see local racer Ben Thomsen, formerly of the B.C. Ski Team.

Roc Spence assures us that cheering by the locals definitely makes all Canadian competitors ski faster! So don’t forget your alpine bell, and come out and encourage these up-and-coming young racers!

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December 12, 2008

Panorama Mountain Village kicks off new season with plenty of fresh snow Submitted by Panorama Mountain Village It’s always an exciting moment when the first chair takes off at 9 a.m. on the first day of the new season – today, Friday, December 12th.

In the past few days, Panorama received more than 15 centimetres of fresh snow and there’s more in the forecast.

Ten runs will open, including Old Timer, Showoff, and Horseshoe off the Mile One Quad, Skyline off the Champagne Express, Beginner off the Silver Platter, and Highway 1 off the Red Carpet.

With the current weather forecast and snowmaking running at capacity, Get Me Down off the Summit Quad and Roller Coaster off the Champagne Express may also open.

Expect skiing and riding on main trails only. Full details will be available at skipanorama.com.

For this season, Panorama invested more than $100,000 on lift and terrain improvements in the novice ski area, which now has the longest carpet lift in the region.

On opening day, the Red Bull Girls will be at the Mile One Quad early in the morning to give everybody “wings” for the day.

On Saturday, December 13th, guests can enjoy live entertainment by John Paul Smith, starting at 3:30 p.m. This high-energy rock trio is renowned for explosive live shows that feature original music and a variety of cover material.

The mountain opened for pre-season race training on November 17th, hosting the Canadian Alpine Ski Team and many international ski teams.

As always, racers and coaches were very impressed with the snow conditions on the mountain. Panorama’s impressive snowmaking capacity and expertise means good early season snow for all to ski and ride this coming weekend!

With more than 100 runs, Panorama has one of the largest vertical descents in North America.

Panorama is owned by Intrawest, which has interests in ten mountain resorts including Whistler Blackcomb, a host venue for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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December 12, 2008

The Old Zone

By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist So, I think it’s time to re-visit the need for another skating rink in our area.

Even though the economic situation is not as strong as it was a year or two ago, the fact remains that our community and valley are continuing to grow.

This growth suggests that there are more people participating in recreational activities while they are here.

Some of these activities like hockey and figure skating require an ice surface.

Currently, the only group that has enough available ice time are the Silvertips. These old, retired guys can play hockey during the day when the rest of us are working, so they don’t have a problem.

However, I’m sure that if you asked them, they would agree with me in saying the rest of the user groups need more access to ice. These user groups

include minor hockey, figure skating, public skating, and several recreational hockey groups.

I realize that the Invermere taxpayers don’t want to foot the bill, nor should they, but as we are a group of communities that would have access and make use of the facility, cost sharing by all communities between Brisco and Canal Flats would be reasonable to expect.

I am also aware of the fact that numerous issues need to be clarified before anything would happen, but I believe I must keep watering the seed I planted a couple of years ago.

Maybe the new councils in our area will put this on their agendas. Maybe the Regional District of East Kootenay will consider it as well. Maybe someone will begin the task of compiling information for provincial and federal grants that are available for this type of community improvement.

Maybe someone or some group will publicly state they have some land that could be used for this. Maybe it will be a sports complex that includes curling and swimming.

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – WINDERMERE

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE BYLAW AMENDMENT – WINDERMERE

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Charles, Linda & Patricia Drake to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate subdivision to create five residential lots. The property is located at 4728 Fairmont Street in Windermere as shown on the attached map.

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Laurie, Chad and Amanda Charette to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate placement of a mobile home. The property is located on Starke Avenue in Wilmer as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2112 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 224, 2008 (Windermere / Drake)” will change the designation of Lot 35, District Lot 8, Kootenay District, Plan 1080 except (1) Parcel A (See 112615I and (2) Part Included in Plan 7123 from SH-2, Small Holding SemiRural Zone to R-1, Single Family Residential Zone.

Bylaw No. 2116 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 225, 2008 (Wilmer / Charette)” will change the designation of Parcel B (See XE23938), Block 9, District Lot 377, Kootenay District, Plan 692A from R-1, Single Family Residential Zone to R-1(MH), Single Family Residential – Mobile Home Zone.

19 – 24th Avenue South Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: (250) 489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335 Fax: (250) 489-1287 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca

A public hearing will be held at:

WINDERMERE COMMUNITY HALL 4726 North Street Windermere BC MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2008 at 7:00 pm

19 – 24th Avenue South Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: (250) 489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335 Fax: (250) 489-1287 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca

A public hearing will be held at:

WINDERMERE COMMUNITY HALL 4726 North Street Windermere BC MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2008 at 7:00 pm

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F and Electoral Area G.

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area G and Electoral Area F.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing:

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing:

• inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

• inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown above; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw.

For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250.489.0314 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw.

For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250.489.0314 or toll free at 1.888.478.7335.

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services

Andrew McLeod, Manager Planning & Development Services

November 7, 2008

November 7, 2008

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December 12, 2008

Hockey Talk: Jason Diehl earns his keep

By John Helm Rockies Hockey Jason Diehl is the Rockies nominee for November Player of the Month.

After taking two years off, Diehl has regained his stride and then some – looking positively dominant last month.

Jason scored 14 goals in just 10 games and added seven assists. At 21 points, he is coming in at just over two points per game, a mark of excellence in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League.

The Californian was also very gentlemanly, compiling only three minor penalties in the month.

Diehl now leads the league in goal scoring with 25 and is in fifth place in points at 47. Reid Mitchell and Brett Bjorkman remain one and two, with 57 and 56 points respectively.

Columbia Valley’s lone game of the week was last Friday against division rival Creston Valley.

After a four-day layoff, the Rockies came out flying. The teams traded goals, the first from Rockies speedster Pat Klatt, who took a pass from Diehl, made

a quick move to the backhand and beat goalie Wade Waters through the five-hole at 2:54.

The Thunder Cats answered just 31 seconds later with a goal by Evan Campbell.

Then Garrett Griffith popped home his third of the season, knocking back a Diehl rebound to put the Rockies back in front.

Finally, at 13:04, Mattias Schmitt scored a power play marker again from Diehl and Bjorkman. Reid Mitchell also assisted on the first two goals. The Rockies led 3-1 after one.

In the second period, the lone goal came from the visitors as Kolton Moen banged home a rebound after a bad clearing attempt by the Rockies.

In the final frame, the Thunder Cats tied the score as Robbie Stuckey finished off a goal-mouth scramble just a minute and 36 seconds in. From there Captain Cole Yurkowski converted a pass from Casey Silverson to put the visitors in lead for good.

Yurkowski squeezed a bit of a softy past Brandon Anderson. The fourth Creston tally would be the last for Anderson, who was yanked for the first time this season. A true indication of how good the 16-year-old has been in the Rocky goal, just not on this night.

The Rockies threw everything they had at the Creston goal in the last half of the third.

Waters was fantastic turning away one Rocky

shooter after another. He was named player of the game as Creston came out on top 4-3.

The Rockies have made some roster changes in time for the December 1st preliminary deadline.

Columbia Valley added forwards Nolan Zarazun from Sicamous and Travis Cech from the Oceanside Generals of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League. Cech also saw some action in Kamloops earlier in the season.

Unfortunately these additions mean there were some subtractions: the Rockies let go of Terrance “Killer� Helgason and moved Neil Rooney to the practice squad.

Helgason had been with the club since training camp; his fiery personality and similar on-ice tenacity will be sorely missed.

The Rockies also said goodbye to third goalie and assistant coach Lance Shamber. The Milk River, Alberta native showed a lot of character in both accepting and embracing his role with the team.

Don’t miss the Rockies upcoming home game: it will be the last one of the calendar year. (Columbia Valley also welcomes Golden on Tuesday, December 9th. Watch for the recap in next week’s article).

Castlegar Rebels vs. Rockies Friday, December 12th at 7:30 p.m. at Eddie Mountain Arena.

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December 12, 2008

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December 12, 2008

Dynasty Spas is settled and soaked in

“Before someone buys a spa, we ask them how they’ll use it – whether it’s for entertaining or for hydrotherapy, for example – then we After 12 months in its current showroom, tell them about the bells and whistles,” Coralie Dynasty Spas is expanding to include a new line. said.

Owners Neil and Coralie Woelfle are excitIndeed, spas are a source of more than ed to add Arctic Spas from Thorsby, Alberta, to relaxation. their range.

“It’s not just a toy,” Coralie pointed out. “It’s “We now have Canadian-made products very therapeutic.” brought in from close by,” said Neil.

Spas can benefit those recovering from But fans of their existing Dynasty Spas range strokes, trauma, and other injuries, and it helps need not fear: the Woelfles will continue to sell with blood circulation, the body’s production the valley’s favourite hot tubs. of endorphins, upper respiratory infections, Neil and Coralie, with daughter Cassie, now rheumatological conditions, multiple sclerosis, 8, moved to the Columbia Valley from Medifibromyalgia, tendonitis, scoliosis, carpal tunnel cine Hat, Alberta, in September 2004. In the syndrome, and bursitis.

Neil and Coralie Woelfle will find you a hot tub for any budget. spring of 2007 they launched Dynasty Spas with The business stocks tubs for every budget.“We a showroom in their home. Just six months later, have a wide variety of price points designed to fit energy conserving aspect. on December 1st, 2007, they expanded into their cur“Both lines use larger horse-power pumps and all price ranges,” Coralie said. rent location on 7th Avenue in Invermere.

The more deluxe tubs come with LED lights, stelarger plumbing. That means you get true water volTwelve months later, the Woelfles are moving ume, instead of pressure, so it achieves true hydrother- reos – and even televisions. from strength to strength.

With such a selection available, it can be tough to apy,” Neil said.

“We would like to thank all of our customers for choose the best spa for you. Neil suggested those in The business stretches beyond retail: Neil also a successful first year, and we look forward to serving conducts maintenance in valley homes of both spas he the market for a hot tub visit the showroom simply to you in the future,” Neil said. learn about the options. has sold, and spas bought elsewhere.

Both the Dynasty and Arctic products feature pe“Even if you don’t buy here, please come and see Dynasty’s spas come with a 20-year warranty. In rimeter heating – thick insulation around the spa’s ex- the showroom, customers can find chemicals and ac- us because we like to educate people about what they terior that traps the heat from the motor and redirects cessories for their spas, as well as other recreational should be looking for,” Neil said. it into the tub. Six-inch covers reduce the water’s chill equipment, such as massage chairs and games tables.

Don’t put up with the cold this winter; get when the spa is not in use. And that’s not the only soaking!

Customer service sets Dynasty Spas apart.

By Sally Waddington Pioneer Staff

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P ioneer C lassifieds announcement

memoriam

memoriam

commercial space

SUITE FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

Have a Real Tree Christmas!

In Loving Memory of Hubert A Statham December 13, 2006

CHEERS & jeers

It was time to say good-bye to you on December 13th, 2006, our Husband, Dad, Papa and Greatpapa. We had so many good times on the family farm with you to remember you by.

We and all of Wilmer miss you slowing down the traffic in your old blue Ford. We miss you everyday.

On December 18th, 2007 the bell on her bike rang extra loud.

It was her time to go get her wings, although we were not ready for her to. We miss her more and more every day.

Prime retail or office space available immediately at Prestige in Radium. Please contact Kelly, 250-347-2300, Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm.

CONTRACTORS: Self contained cabins by the week or month.

(250) 345-6365 Fairmont Bungalows.

In loving memory of Cathy Cavanagh, an amazing mother, daughter, sister, aunt, greataunt and friend to everyone.

Executive office space for lease.

Financial professional looking for other professionals to share space with. I have a great location with excess room.

Please contact 250-270-0270.

Brand new executive 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath townhouse w/attached single car garage in Invermere.

Available immediately. For more details call Al Bonneville toll free 1-800-661-6262 or 403-8625709 (cell).

CHEERS: to the person who turned in my handbag at Tim Hortons.

CHEERS: to the church-goers who helped an old lady who slipped and fell, get back on her feet.

CHEERS: to the man with feathers in his hat at Valley Alley for going the extra mile for customers.

Love, Eleanor Statham David, Sue and Families Wayne, Sandi and Families

Obituary Dave Porcina January 22, 1947 – December 5, 2008 With Dave’s passing we know he is in a better place. He was ready to go.

Pointing up towards heaven then squeezing our hands he peacefully passed on.

“Guess what Dave,” we love you.

“Oh my goodness” he would say.

A gentle caring person he will remain forever…

Our son, our father, our brother, our companion, our friend.

“Guess what” – Dave’s Family.

Shayna Leigh Hollowink of Kelowna, BC Passed away November 26, 2008 near Golden, BC at the age of 20. A celebration of life was held on December 6, 2008 at St. Andrews United Church in Williams Lake, BC. She leaves to mourn, parents Alf and Kathy (Mantyka), sister Amadee, Grandmas Annabelle Hollowink and Elna Mantyka, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and everyone blessed to be touched by her shining personality.

Donations in her memory may be made to the Williams Lake SPCA. Call 341-6299 to place your classified.

Love, Joe and Ruth David, Sue and Families The Cavanagh Families

storage

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637 Attention Contractors, Truckers, etc. Secure yard with container for rent. Call 250-346-3011 or 250-342-2100.

380 square foot garage available Jan. 1st . Great contractor location. Call Mom’s Upholstery, 250-342-0355.

Double garage for rent in Windermere, $150/month.

Call 250-342-3630 or 403-3899499.

commercial space Invermere Fantastic Location!

1000 sq ft up to 3000 sq ft possible! Excellent parking, private decks facing south overlooking Lake Windermere & the rocky mountains.

Consultants, therapists, doctors, dentists, accountants, architects, food & bev? Many options. Contact Bonnie-Lou, 250-342-6899 or email escape@ sunsationsdayspa.com or www. sunsationsdayspa.com

Affordable accommodation in Radium. $425.00 and up. Call 250-341-7022.

house FOR RENT

FOR RENT Contact

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

250-342-5914

House to share in Windermere.

Prefer mature woman. Call 250342-3630 or 403-389-9499.

for seasonal or long term rentals or go online at

Downtown Invermere, fully furnished 1 bdrm in large home, cable, computer, internet, parking, private entrance. Long or short-term, no partiers. $490/single, $750/couple, 250342-8651.

SUITE FOR RENT Radium month to month or long-term. Bright 1 bdrm lower level suite, bed, fridge, stove, couch, TV, utilities, cable included, 250-347-9582.

Available immediately 1 bdrm fully furnished basement suite.

Long-term tenants wanted, N/S, N/P, $700/month + $350 DD, utilities included. Call 250-3423832 after 6:00 pm.

2 bdrm apartment, 129 – 11th Ave. Invermere. N/S, N/P, close to everything, $900/month, includes utilities, cable, some furniture, 250-341-6287.

WALK TO DOWNTOWN & KINSMEN BEACH

Spacious, clean 2 bdrm basement suite, separate entrance, 4 appliances, backyard amenities, N/P, N/S, references/deposit required. $900/month utilities included. Available Jan.16th , 250-342-7590.

www.EricRedeker.com “Available Now” 2 cabins in Radium, $650/ month, utilities included. Call Jared, 250-341-7322.

1757 Fort Point Close.

Outstanding 3 bdrm, 3 bath executive home. Beautiful yard, steps to beach, park, downtown.

Suitable for mature, responsible long-term tenants, $1500/ month + utilities, available Feb. 1st . Phone 250-341-7092, please leave message.

Windermere 3 bdrm house, 2 bath, propane heat and woodstove. $1300/month + utilities, 250- 498-6298.

5 bdrm house in Windermere, $1900/month. Call 250-3423630 or 403-389-9499.

Edgewater, 3 bdrm house, partly furnished, $1500/month + utilities, N/P, N/S, references, long-term. Available Feb. 1st , 250-341-8779.

Timber Ridge Phase 3, 1400 sq. ft., 3 bdrm, 2 bath, N/S, N/P, access to private beach, tennis court, $1400/month + util. + DD, references required, available immediately, 403685-3134, 403-615-3134 (cell).

Lakeview Meadows 3 bdrm, fully furnished unit with gorgeous mountain view, $1500/month + util. Available February 1st , heidilp2005@gmail.com 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den condo in Radium. Granite, counter tops, fireplace, hardwood floors, top floor, wrap around balcony, newly furnished, short or longterm. Call 403-861-7754.

2 bdrm, 2 bath condo in Pinewood, Radium. Top floor, corner unit, fireplace. $1000/ month, includes util, avail.

Immediately, 403-560-5603.

Canal Flats, 3 bdrm townhouse.

N/S, N/P, references, longterm, $900/month + utilities.

Available immediately, 250341-8779.

3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath, 1600 sq. ft. townhome in downtown Invermere for rent, W/garage, $1350/month. Call 250-3411182.

Sable Ridge, 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den, granite, A/C, pool, hot tub, heated underground parking, $1195/month. Call Roger 403256-0694 or 403-650-5503.

Spot the deals Pioneer Classifieds

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December 12, 2008

P ioneer C lassifieds VACATION RENTALS

HOUSE FOR SALE

HOUSE FOR SALE

ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE

Misc. for Sale

VEHICLE FOR SALE

1 bdrm Mountainside Villas time share rental from February 21- 28, 2009. $475.00, all amenities included. Call Carolyn, 250-345-9572.

HERITAGE RANCH HOUSE, completely renovated 2600 sq. ft. house on 2.5 acres located outside of Windermere, in Elkhorn Country Estates, an exclusive private gated community, one of only 11 estates included in phase I. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, security system, working shutters, all services underground, fully furnished.

Phone Elkhorn Ranch at 250-3420617 or 250-342-1268.

Professionally renovated 2 bedroom home in Canal Flats, garage, storage shed, full basement. Perfect starter or recreational home, $202,000.00.

Call 250-345-6591.

Take advantage of highly motivated seller. Lot 14 (The Cabins) Creekside Crescent, Panorama, BC. Must sell, asking $175 000. Submit your offer now! Visit GeoffHill.ca or call Geoff , 250-341-7600. MaxWell Realty Invermere.

Swarovski Crystals, one angelfish, one parrot, still in boxes, value $2000.00, asking $1500.00, 250-342-2105 or 250-344-1440.

1992 Ford Topaz, standard, $1500.00 OBO. Call 250-6880450.

HOUSE FOR SALE Like new 2500 sq. ft. bi-level house on .37 acre. Overlooking Summerland, extra lot for subdivision, $579,000.00. Call Tom 250-809-7891.

house for sale

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Property Auction. Your personal home, recreation or business venture. 16 acres, mountain stream, 5200 sq, ft, home, second home plus more. Full info and picture at propertyguys.com 166018 or call owners, 250-4223174 for details and viewing.

Bidding until December 30, 2008. All realtors welcome.

condo for sale

Luxury Alpine Villa at Castle Rock Estates 24 2600 Riverrock Way, Invermere

The highest 1-bdrm available at Panorama. Springs 312 offers quiet mountain views, ski-in/out and best access to pools. Asking $163,900.00. Visit GeoffHill. ca or call Geoff, 250-341-7600.

MaxWell Realty Invermere.

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE

Priced to sell at $499,000 Call 403- 818-5330

Thank Goodness It’s

Friday N E W S PA P E R

Pick-up your copy at local news stands throughout the valley and in Calgary. Or read us online at:

www.columbiavalleypioneer.com E-mail: upioneer@telus.net • Phone: (250) 341-6299

Objective, Creative, Informative!

Manufactured home on your own property, 50’ x 120’, 3 bdrm, woodstove, wood/electric heat, $165,000.00, 250-347-6420.

Serious offers only.

2002 mobile home, 2 bdrm, 2 bath. White Tail Manufactured home Park, $125,000.00. Call 250-342-5419.

ACREAGES/LOTS FOR SALE

Spectacular Private Gated Acreage One of only 10 prestigious 3 plus acre estate lots in this private community. On a hill with 360 degree mountain views, minutes from Windermere beach. See welist.com Invermere. 250-3425367.

RESORT PROPERTIES FOR SALE Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Golden www.adlerdevelopment.ca 250-344-8447 billy@adlerdevelopment.ca Christmas in Panorama. 2 bdrm condo for sale, 2 years old, ¼ ownership. Asking $98,000.00, 780-962-1906, 780-719-6808

Misc. for Sale Have a Real Tree Christmas!

Support “Rockies” Hockey. Pine, fir & poplar – dry & split. To order call 250-342-6908.

Top quality Hay, Alfalfa, grass mix, round bales $140/bale. Call Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

Salon/ Spa Equipment Sale: cash register, MA 186-100 series $100. 3 pedestal pedicure chairs $250 ea. Manicure table $50, adjustable aesthetics chair $200, 3 cutting capes (2 black, 1 brown) $10 ea. 3 large poster frames $20 ea. 4 hourglass shaped mirrors 4x2 ½’ $40 ea.

4 black wire wall clocks $5 ea. 3 bins of perm rods (blue/yellow, orange/peach, purple) $10 ea, round adjustable stool $20 , 8 Rubbermaid stepping stools $1 ea. 4 wall mount hot tool brackets $5 ea. 6 packages of 10 Credo blades, $3 ea. 27 Dannyco mani/pedi brushes $.25. Call 250-342-1143 Fire Wood for sale, fir. Call 250342-9480.

Firewood, fir/pine, cut, split, delivered, $250/cord, $150/ half cord, 250-342-5118.

1997 Dodge Dakota extra cab, 4x4 with tool box, loaded, only 106,000 km, no rust, $6500.00 OBO, 250-344-2105 or 250-3441440.

Looking for that special gift for Christmas? How about a hand crafted bamboo fly rod. Comes with 2 tips & hexagon wooden rod case. Or how about a custom built lap steel guitar. Call 250342-6722 for details.

2002 Ford Explorer XLT, 5 door, 4x4, automatic V6, 4.0 L motor, 215,000 km, green exterior, AM/FM/CD, air, cruise. Power locks, mirrors, windows, driver’s seat, and stearing. Very clean vehicle, recent safety inspection, $6500.00, 250-342-0118.

Majestic elk head, huge rack, much below cost, $1550.00. Slip tank with pump, $100.00. 1000 gal. plastic water tank, approx.

10’ x 4’, $550.00. Call Bob, 403861-2309.

2002 Chev Tracker, 4WD, 5 speed, silver, 4 door, A/C, new winter tires and windshield, great condition, 180,000 km, $10,500 OBO. Call Chris/Amy , 250-342-4436.

Like new GE washer and dryer, used only 2 years, $500.00 for the pair, 250-342-2274.

2003 Chevy Venture extended van. 1 owner, excellent condition, low mileage, remote start, 2 sliding doors (1 automatic), seats 7, driver seat automatic, 5 folding seats for large cargo, electric windows, air, extra inside plugs, steering wheel controls. Includes C/D, DVD player. Asking $9000.00 OBO, 250-344-5160.

Wood/oil combination furnace.

Ideal for home or shop. Asking $500.00 OBO. Also bargain on oil $200.00. Hand pump out or take tank, 250-342-6790.

SNOWMOBILES FOR SALE 2002 Arctic Cat 800 Mountain Cat, 151” x 2” track, 1600 miles, excellent shape, $4500.00. 1999 Arctic Cat 600ZL 121” x 1.5” studded track, great condition, $2500.00. 2006 10’ aluminum vnosed sled trailer, front drive off ramps, rear drive on ramp, spare tire, custom cover for 2 sleds, like new, $3000.00. Will sell whole package for $9000.00, 250-270-9447.

VEHICLE FOR SALE 1994 Ford ¾ ton 4x4, extended cab, diesel, standard, 285,000 km, recent receipts exceeding $5000.00, $8000.00, 250-3425118.

BUSINESS FOR SALE Light & Heavy Auto Towing Business for sale. We have 2 large 30 ton tow & recovery units, 1- 3 ton tow recovery unit, all related towing & recovery equipment. Have served in the Columbia Valley for 13 years.

Interested parties only, please call 250-342-9551.

services Phil’s Carpentry – Everything from roofs to decks, completion of basement and bathrooms.

Phone 250-341-8033 cell or 250-342-8474 home. Not on valley time.

36 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

December 12, 2008

At The Library In Defense of Food by Michael Pollan Reviewed by Sheila Bonny Author Michael Pollan despairs that, despite an obsession with healthy eating, North Americans in increasing numbers are contracting the diseases of civilization: cancer, cardiovascular disease and obesity. With In Defense of Food, he provides an explana-

tion for this phenomenon and guidelines “to escape the Western diet and its consequences.”

Pollan attributes the weakness of the Western diet to a fixation on nutrient components, rather than on actual foods, and to industrialized agriculture. The scientific reduction of food, he explains, has led to unhealthy food fads and phobias concerning the “nutrient of the season,” alternately saturated fats, omega 3s, carbohydrates, antioxidants and probiotics. Industrialized agriculture emphasizes production quantity over quality, depletes or simplifies

soil composition and discourages crop biodiversity.

To my relief, In Defense of Food does not prescribe an alternate dietary regime. Rather, Pollan recommends we take the time to enjoy traditional family meals prepared from foods locally grown in healthy soils. Among his guidelines are the simple suggestions to avoid foods comprised of unpronounceable ingredients, foods incapable of rotting and foods unrecognizable to your grandmother!

His recommendations resonate with “the authority of tradition and common sense.”

P ioneer C lassifieds services

careers

careers

careers

COLUMBIA VALLEY ROCKIES are looking for odd jobs or part-time work.

Call the coach @ 250-688-1515.

Hauling, yard work, no job too big or too small!

Housekeeper required. Fulltime, part-time at Fairmont Bungalows. Call 250-345-6365, fax 250-345-6348, or email bungalows@shaw.ca.

Local housekeeping service

Certified estheticians and massage therapists for employment over holidays.

Dec.18th to 23rd. and Dec. 26th to Jan. 4th. Reply with resumes and references to info@ pamperyourselfspa.com.

REPAINT MAKES SENSE Experienced, professional.

Quality work guaranteed.

References, 250-342-7352.

Flooring Installations, lino, carpet, laminate and hardwood.

30 years experience. Call 250347-9192 or 250-341-1235.

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

Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada.

WANTED

on-site handyman to coordinate project/exchange for rent. First phase to upgrade 3 – 2 bdrm cottages in remote setting near Radium. Call 780-485-5166, fax 780-485-5140.

Ad designer contract work from your home/office. Full page to business card size. Max 10 day turnaround, Dec. 2 to Jan.15, 2009. Future design potential with dynamic valley marketing firm. Reply with pdf file of design portfolio, resume and 3 references, info@ tygconnections.com.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 International Student Program

HOMESTAYS NEEDED

School District No. 6 (Rocky Mt.) requires host families in Invermere to accommodate International students for David Thompson Secondary School immediately and also for January 2009. Placement until June 2009. Host families provide a family environment with a private bedroom, three meals a day, a study area, transportation assistance and high speed internet access.

Remuneration of $600.00 per month per child is paid for hosting a student.We need your support now! Homestays are required to submit a criminal records check.

If interested please contact Lori Sluth (Homestay Coordinator Invermere) at 250-346-3377

requires staff, 5 supervisors, 10 cleaners. Must be able to work weekends, $15-$18/hour, experience required. Allowance provided, supervisors must have reliable vehicle. For details call 250-688-0790.

Experienced server for La Cabina Restaurant. Call 250-347-2340 or email lacabina@nanonow.ca.

Assistant Sales Manager/ Training Co-ordinator required by a progressive company in the vacation industry.

Our business is expanding and we require an individual with excellent credentials in this position.

Must have: • Minimum 10 years active, ongoing experience in like position in the vacation industry.

• Intimate knowledge of RCI points program and conversion process.

• Significant background experience in fractional real estate sales.

Sales Professionals Are you a sales professional with a high closing ratio and looking for change?

We have a lead list but we need results oriented closers!

Best Product! Best Prices! Best Location!

If you have experience selling fractional/ timeshare real estate or similar type of product and are results oriented we’d like to talk to you.

Please send your resume in confidence to Jack@fairmontridge.ca or fax it to 250-345-0078 attn Jack Kilroe.

Copper Point Golf Club, in Invermere, B.C. is seeking a

3rd Party Operator for “The View” restaurant and all applicable food & beverage outlets at the golf club.

Located in the beautiful Columbia Valley just 2 ¾ hours from Calgary, The View restaurant services over 50,000 golfers from two 18 hole World Class golf courses. It also services additional non golfer patrons and caters to special events as required. In addition to the restaurant itself, “The View” services a half way house between the 9th & 10th holes at Copper Point as well as 2 beverage carts on both Copper Point and The Ridge golf courses. The View restaurant seats in excess of 140 guests inside and 80 guests on the patio, which offers majestic mountain views while overlooking the 9th green at Copper Point.

Please visit our web site at www.copperpoint.ca to gain further insight into the Copper Point brand.

Interested parties are asked to contact Brian Schaal, General Manager at Copper Point Golf Club, prior to January 15th, 2009 at (250) 341 – 3392 extension # 4 or by e-mail at brian.schaal@copperpoint.ca.

Pioneer Holiday Deadlines Advertising deadline for BOTH the December 19 and December 26 issues is 5 p.m. Friday, December 12.

Call 250-341-6299 or email upioneer@telus.net.

Our office will be closed for the holidays starting Saturday, December 20th, and reopening Monday, December 29th.

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 37

December 12, 2008

New advertising opportunity in The Pioneer

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher Pioneer readers may have noticed something new in our pages last week – the section below called Community Classifieds.

By joining the B.C. and Yukon Community Newspaper Association, The Columbia Valley Pioneer is now able to partner with 114 other newspapers in the province to allow you to place a Classified advertisement in all of them.

The cost is $395 – which seems pretty hefty

when you compare it with Pioneer Classifieds, which cost $6.50 for 15 words.

But if you break it down, that’s just $3.43 for 25 words in each and every one of those 115 newspapers, and the combined circulation of all those newspapers is 2.3 million.

You can even, if you want to reach 11 million readers, advertise your product in every one of the 600 community newspapers in Canada, for a combined circulation of 11 million readers.

Do you need a breakdown of exactly where those newspapers are located? The entire list is published

on the association’s website at www.bccommunitynews.com. Or you can call us at The Pioneer at 250-341-6299 and we’ll give you more information, and help you place your advertisement.

Reading the ads below, you will see businesses advertising for specific tradespeople, nurses willing to travel to foreign countries, a 46-foot yacht, a pet food business, college courses, used motorhomes and a product to ease Restless Leg syndrome!

So if you have a product or a service to sell to a wide market, this is the right place to reach 2.3 million potential customers.

To place your Community Classified call The Pioneer at 250-341-6299 or toll free 1-866-669-9222 classifieds@bccommunitynews.com www.communityclassifieds.ca

Auto Financing

Career Opportunity

# #1 IN CREDIT REBUILDING. Need a car, truck, van or SUV? Auto Credit Fast. Bad credit! No credit!

Bankruptcy, Repossession! No problem. Call today and drive away.

Call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599.

Free delivery anywhere –www. autocreditfast.ca.

TRAVEL NURSE CANADA and never miss a pay check. We are seeking RN’s for OR, ICU and ER assignments.

Visit www.travelnurse.ca for more information.

Boats & Marine Brand New 46 foot Aft Cabin Motor Yacht. Sleeps 6. Shared usage & expenses. Professionally managed.

Call 604-657-9739 for more info.

Business Opportunities MONEY MAKER - Local route, no selling on your part. For more info call 1-866-821-2569.

A GREAT OPPORTUNITY to own a pet food business - High quality cat/dog food. Excellent returns, exclusive territories. Information call Julie Mutch toll-free 1-877738-3287 Ext. 217 or (604) 5187706, www.ripleesranch.com.

Computers For Sale NEW LOADED COMPUTER ONLY $29.99/month!

EVERYONE’S APPROVED. MDG Desktop right to your doorstep from only $29.99/month: Intel Processor, 2 GB RAM, 500 GB HD, 22” LCD Flat Panel, Windows Vista and loads of Software, or 15.4” Notebook!

IN-HOUSE FINANCING (Call for conditions) 1-800-236-2504.

Education BECOME A VETERINARY ASSISTANT in 24 weeks at Granville Business College. Specializing in veterinary assistant diplomas for 15 years.

Classes every 3 months. www.vetassistant.com, 604-683-8850.

Career Opportunity

Employment Opportunities

TRAIN FOR A NEW CAREER in medical transcription. Train from home! Work from home!

Contact CanScribe today for a free information package. 1-800-4661535, www.canscribe.com, info@ canscribe.com.

A DISCONNECTED PHONE? Cheap telephone reconnect! Very low rates, fast connections. Internet and long distance offered. Special holiday discounts! Call now. Phone Factory Reconnect 1-877-3362274; www.phonefactory.ca.

Employment Opportunities BENCHMARK PLUMBING and Heating requires journeyman experienced plumber. Fax resume to 780-778-6954. Will pay based on years of experience versus years of school. Closing date Dec. 12/08.

Whitecourt, Alberta.

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY Class 1 drivers for chip and log haul. Log haul will run until approximately March 31. Must be willing to operate with a cross shift as trucks work double shift. Successful applicants must come prepared for a full season. Accommodations are provided. Paying top wages. Must have minimum 2 years driving experience with on and off hiway hauling. Fax resume with current drivers abstract to Dan Bloomfield 780-523-5910 or Keith Branting 780-523-5422 at Buchanan Lumber in High Prairie, Alberta.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

REACH 2.5 MILLION READERS in BC and the Yukon through Community Classifieds. Contact ads@bccommunitynews.com or 1-866-669-9222. www. bccommunitynews.com

Financial Services

Help Wanted

Recreational Property

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments.

Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660.

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED. A/R, A/P, people-oriented person, exceptional organization skills. Pay negotiable, experience an asset.

199 Saltspring Way, Saltspring BC, V8K 2G2 or call 250-537-1400.

TIMESHARE FORECLOSURES - Save 60-80% off retail! Best resorts & seasons! Call for free catalogue today!

1-800-597-9347. Browse hundreds of worldwide properties online www.holidaygroup.com/bcn

For Sale Misc.

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad credit, don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today toll-free 1-866-8847464.

ADD AND SAVE on home phone reconnection. Bad credit - no problem! Up to $30 off for new customers, plus lower monthly rates! Call Tembo 1-877-266-6398 or sign up online www.tembo.ca.

AMAZING RELIEF the first night!

Restless Leg Syndrome and leg cramps gone. Sleep deeply, safe with medication, proven results guaranteed! www.allcalm.com. 1800-765-8660.

Homes For Sale REPOSSESSED PRE-FAB HOMES!!

Save 50%+++!!!

Canada manufacturer’s USA order cancellations. Brand new 1260SF pre-engineered package originally $29,950.00, liquidation $14,975.00!

Other sizes - sacrifice prices! GreenR-Panel Building Systems: 1-800871-7089. FALL/SPRING DELIVERY AVAILABLE!

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HOLIDAY SEASON From top right, clockwise: Gail Rossington of Invermere browses at Dave’s Book Bar; Scott and Nicole Morgan and Helen and Cory Breau enjoy the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce annual Snowflake Ball; Donna Strand, Myla Halverson, Alice Hale and Doris Penner participate in the Valley Voices Christmas Concert; Emma Stevens sold handmade crocheted caps at the Christmas Craft Fair in Invermere; the man and child in the below photo are unknown. Give us a call at 250-341-6299 if you can put names to the faces!

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December 12, 2008

Valley Churches

FAITH

Christmas is about more than presents and Santa Claus

By Jim McHugh Canadian Martyrs Church In about two weeks Christians everywhere will celebrate Christmas, the birth of our Saviour Jesus Christ.

It is a tradition to exchange gifts on this day and in many ways this tradition has taken the major role in the Christmas celebration. I have to wonder sometimes if we have allowed ourselves to become numb to the true meaning of this day and to the season that follows it.

During the Advent season we are given time to reflect on our lives over the past year and our hopes for the coming year. It is an opportune time in our busy lives to slow down, become peaceful in our hearts, and become more patient with others as we prepare for Christmas.

Perhaps if we feel a bit haggard and unfocused by the “must be done” things of the pre-Christmas rush, taking some time to pause and reflect on why we celebrate Christmas may help reorient our hearts to Christ and others.

At Christmas, a fantasy – Santa Claus – has taken the place of a real fourth-century bishop, St. Nicholas of Myra, in what is now Turkey. St. Nicholas was

concerned for the poor people of his flock. Legend has it that he would pay the dowry of young brides of the poorest parents in secret by placing a pouch of gold coins in their shoes the night before the wedding.

Thus he relieved the burden from the family of the bride and the wedding could take place. The real St. Nicholas took care of the poor; how many of us are concerned for them today?

We often focus on our children at Christmas. This is a wonderful thing to do, and it is good to remember them and give them gifts. The exchange of gifts is not bad or wrong at Christmas, unless it becomes the central focus or even the sole reason for the day.

We must remember that the true meaning of Christmas is the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, son of Mary, Son of God. It is also telling that our Saviour was born not in a palace but in a stable, among the poorest of the people. Giving gifts to others at Christmas should always focus our hearts and minds on the gift of salvation from God the Father, in giving to humanity His only Son on this day.

The invention of Santa Claus in the early 20th century has taken the place of the centrality of Christ’s birth.

On Sunday, December 14th at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, we will be hosting a “Live Nativity.”

Our parish takes this opportunity to invite and welcome the whole community to experience this event.

On behalf of myself and the Catholic community of Canadian Martyrs and St. Anthony’s parishes, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year.

Thanks for the gifts Dear Editor: On behalf of Operation Christmas Child Samaritan’s Purse, we express our grateful thanks to all individuals who participated. From Invermere and surrounding districts, 412 shoeboxes were shipped. Many thanks to Greyhound Bus Lines and depot employees for free shipment to Calgary. A big thank you to all businesses, groups, stores, and churches who gave their time in distributing boxes.

Many children will be happier this Christmas because of the effort you put into this project. We thank you!

Frank and Gertie Friesen Area Co-ordinators

Lake Windermere Alliance Church December 14th: Worship and life instruction.

“O Little Town of Bethlehem.” Pastor Trevor ministering.

Sunday School, pre-school to Grade 7, during service.

For sermons online: www.sermon.net/lwac Pastor Trevor Hagan 326 -10th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-9535 Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED December 14th: 10:30 a.m. Morning worship and Christmas pageant at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 7 p.m. Blue Christmas service at Christ Church Trinity Rev. Sandy Ferguson • 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-6644 www.wvsm.info or www.christchurchtrinity.com Valley Christian Assembly Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship and Word.

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7 p.m. Wednesday: Adult and Children’s Programs Pastor T. Scott Peterson • 4814 Highway 93/95, 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com Roman Catholic Church Saturday: 5 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Canal Flats 7 p.m. at Canadian Martyrs Church in Invermere Sunday: 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyrs Church in Invermere 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium 7 p.m. Live nativity presentation at Canadian Martyrs Church Father Jim McHugh • 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. Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 Radium Christian Fellowship Worship service Sunday 10 a.m.

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, 10 a.m. • Sunday School, 11 a.m.

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