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February 29, 2008

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Tow trucks doing brisk business since auto body shop closed

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff Car owners who have an accident in the valley have to go as far afield as Golden, Cranbrook and even Revelstoke to get their vehicles fixed.

Mickey’s Auto Body shut up shop in Invermere in November after 27 years in business, and unfortunately nobody has taken over the auto body shop.

The trip can prove quite costly once you add on the towing fees, as Olga Maybuck found out when her car collided with a deer back on January 24th.

“A deer ran into me right at the signal lights by A&W at about 10:30 p.m. It went right under the vehicle and crunched the front end. I wasn’t going very fast, so I didn’t hit it hard enough for my lights or my airbags to go off.”

She said the accident caused $7,000 worth of damage, but the auto body shops in Cranbrook wouldn’t touch her car as they have a three-month backlog.

She ended up going to Vandenbilt Auto Body in Golden. “I had no other options, although I’m originally from Saskatoon, so I was almost thinking of taking it back there. Luckily my son Barry and his wife provided me with a car to use in the meantime.”

She said Vandenbilt Auto Body was great and she had her car back on February 18th. “My insurance covered the towing costs thankfully, as well as the repairs,” Olga said.

Conrad Hollowink, manager and owner of A1 Towing in Radium, said since Mickey’s closed, he’s been getting a lot more business further afield.

“In the past four months, we’ve taken about 25 vehicles to Cranbrook, 10 to Golden and two to Revelstoke,” he said.

It costs $350 to tow a vehicle to Golden and $345 to Cranbrook with A1 Towing, so it’s great news for the tow truck companies.

Conrad said he looked into starting an auto body shop himself, but he said the requirements put in place

by ICBC mean it would cost him about $1.5 million.

“It’s just too expensive. The digital frame machine which straightens out the frame of the car costs $650,000 and two paint booths for painting and priming would cost $280,000 each.

“In total this year, ICBC has shut down 35 small auto body shops, so I can totally see why Mickey closed up in Invermere when he did,” Conrad said.

Ivan Mackey, owner of Kool Country Towing, said he also considered starting an auto body shop in Invermere but found the costs would be too high.

“ICBC is making it way too expensive to start up a new auto body shop with all their rules and regulations. It just wouldn’t be worth it once you start paying people for labour as well,” Ivan said.

Ivan charges about $299 to tow to Cranbrook or Golden, but he says there’s not enough auto body repair work available in the valley to justify setting up a new auto body shop here.

“This winter, I towed 21 vehicles involved in road accidents in one month, but 18 of those were written off, so they don’t always need repairs. I’d say I’ve towed about 10 vehicles to Golden and Cranbrook since Mickey’s Auto Body closed,” Ivan said.

Troy Vandenbilche, owner of Vandenbilt Auto Body in Golden, says he’s had a lot more business from the Columbia Valley in recent weeks. “I’ve been getting three to four vehicles a week from the valley.

I’m backlogged with about three months worth of repairs,” he said.

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February 29, 2008

VALLEY NEWS

Publicly-owned network up for grabs

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff The taxpayer-owned fibre-optic broadband network installed in Areas F and G at a cost of $2.8 million is up for grabs, and at least four parties are vying for a piece of the action, including the Ktunaxa Nation.

What began as a not-for-profit, collaborative effort to deliver state-of-the-art data services to the historically under-served rural areas of the East and West Kootenays has splintered into a contentious, highstakes battle for control of the network.

The Ktunaxa Nation, a partner in the effort to create an open-access broadband network, is currently negotiating a breach-of-contract dispute with Columbia Mountain Open Network (CMON) over the ownership of five regional network centres. The dispute, said Trail Mayor and Network Chair Dieter Bogs, has effectively bankrupted the organization.

After the voters in Area F denied at referendum the regional district’s efforts to create a public utility to deliver the high-speed network directly to homes in Areas C, E, F and G, the regional district is now in the process of splitting the fibres between private operators who are lining up for the opportunity to deliver broadband service directly to the home.

On February 22nd, the Ktunaxa delivered a ceaseand-desist letter to the regional district, demanding consultation prior to any further efforts to lease any part of the fibre-optic network.

Ktunaxa Nation Chair Sophie Pierre said she is disappointed in the disintegration of the effort that was supposed to be public and open, noting that it is neither public nor open.

“The underlying premise was that it was to be a network for the whole of the East and West Kootenay,” she said. In the letter, Chief Pierre states, “ . . . any disposition from this process could negatively impact and compromise the operations of the Ktunaxa Nation Network.” The two networks, she explained, are interconnected and share common equipment.

Last month, Area F Director Lillian Rose reluctantly pulled the brake on what she describes as a runaway train by blocking a contract that would have signed over control of a portion of the network to Radium-based Nanofibre Networks for the next quarter century, a contract she supported five months ago.

“It’s almost like a train without a conductor,” she said. “I’m finding that I am the conductor and I’ve never driven a train before.”

Ms. Rose said she wanted to delay ratification of the contract until the regional district could review proposals solicited from other interested parties.

Neither Ms. Rose nor Regional District Chief Administrator Lee-Ann Crane would say whether an attempt to renegotiate the signed agreement with Nanofibre Networks constituted a breach of contract.

Last October, Mrs. Crane explained, the regional district board approved a proposal to Nanofibre for use of the fibre optic backbone, and authorized staff to negotiate the final agreement. The proposal, she

said, included the term of the agreement (25 years), the amount of money Nanofibre would have to pay to the regional district both for capital ($150,000) and maintenance costs ($9,700/year), plus other items.

That proposal formed the basis for the final agreement which staff then negotiated with Nanofibre and presented to the regional board for approval. “A vote was necessary only to authorize the vice-chair and myself to sign,” she said.

Director Rose’s refusal to sign off on the agreement has further delayed access to the network by Nanofibre’s subscribers in Radium Hot Springs, Edgewater and in other communities that have expressed interest in the service since the regional district’s initiative failed at referendum.

In a letter to subscribers, Nanofibre’s chief executive Mark Halwa stated: “This is an unfortunate delay as our plan was to begin home installation to test network services this week. We remain committed to delivering fibre optic services to Radium and Invermere and any other Columbia Valley communities who wish to receive it, but it appears it will wait another month.”

Mr. Halwa said Nanofibre Networks will construct its own backbone in the event that the regional district breaks its agreement. However, since the February 22nd deadline for proposals, Mrs. Crane said, three more have been submitted. One of the bidders for use of the fibre is the Ktunaxa Nation’s Nation Network.

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Pete planned Pioneer page before wedding Pete Furgeson was a man with a mission.

While his intended wife Norma Hanson was loading the truck for their trip to Mexico in January, Pete was busily preparing a mock Pioneer front page to take with them.

Although the couple weren’t yet married, Pete took a photograph and printed the words: “Just Married, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, January 16, 2008” over the photograph, and pasted the whole thing on top of a Pioneer front page.

Because he knew the paper was destined for an underwater trip, he rushed down to Palliser Printing to have the page laminated before he packed it in his suitcase for the flight to Mexico.

Pete and Norma carried out their plans and were happily married on January 16th in a beautiful resort wedding at Playa del Carmen, surrounded by 22 friends and family members.

They stayed there for two weeks, then spent another three weeks honeymooning in Cozumel,

where they were photographed with their Pioneer before arriving back in the valley on Sunday, February 17th.

Pete and Norma will spend the spring getting ready for another successful season operating their boat and equipment rental business called Pete’s Marina, located at the north end of Lake Windermere.

Thanks to Pete and Norma for the great submission to our Pioneer Travel Photo Contest and all the best for a life of wedded bliss!

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RCMP Report ed them stolen at 4:00 p.m. If anyone has seen a pair of blue and silver Dynastar skis with black and silver bindings please contact the Columbia Valley RCMP quoting file number 2008-445.

Cpl. Brent Ayers, RCMP Columbia Valley Detachment

Diesel stolen from Fairmont

On Feb. 19th, police responded to a report of diesel fuel stolen from Fairmont Mountainside Golf Course. Thieves cut the locks on one of two storage tanks marked “purple diesel” at the golf courses main shop. Thieves stole an unknown amount of the marked diesel. If you have any information in regards to this event please contact the RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Text-messaging driver lost control

On Feb. 18th, the RCMP were notified of a local resident who had a warrant for arrest out of Canmore, Alberta. This subject was located and a Judicial Justice of the Peace hearing was held under Section 503(3) of the Criminal Code which permitted a 6-day interprovincial Remand for transport to Canmore. Alberta Sheriffs transported the Columbia Valley resident back to Canmore to appear in court there.

Local resident taken to Canmore

On Feb. 19th, at 12:50 a.m., RCMP attended an accident on Toby Creek road at the 10-kilometer mark. A 2008 Chrysler Aspen from Saskatchewan was being driven south when it lost control and struck a telephone pole on the right side of road causing the pole to cross the entire road and bring down wires.

The driver admitted to text messaging at the time. The driver was stuck in the vehicle as wires were on the hood. Alcohol was not a factor.

A B.C. resident driving a 1982 Toyota truck almost hit the pole and ended up on the wires. The driver and passenger stayed inside their vehicle until emergency personnel arrived.

The driver from Saskatchewan was charged for driving without due care under the Motor Vehicle Act of the province of British Columbia.

Motorhome passed school bus

Driver drank too much at dinner

On Feb. 18th, Columbia Valley RCMP received a complaint of a motor home passing a school bus with lights flashing. The rental company was contacted but the people who had rented the vehicle were from Norway and their Canadian destination was unknown with a return date of the rental vehicle by Mar. 30th.

The Columbia Valley RCMP wish to remind everyone to please stop when they see a school bus stopped on the highway with its red flashers going.

Skis stolen at Panorama

On Feb. 18th, police received a theft report from Panorama Resort regarding theft of skis. The complainant had last seen the skis at 2:20 p.m. and report-

On Feb. 19th, a member of the Columbia Valley RCMP observed a car travelling up Athalmer hill in Invermere, without running tail lights. The vehicle was signalling intermittently and driving erratically as well. The vehicle was stopped and the driver spoken with. An odor of liquor was noted and the driver admitted to having shared a bottle of wine with her husband at dinner.

After further investigation, a 24-hour suspension was issued on the section 215 of the Motor Vehicle Act, Province of British Columbia. Just a reminder, please don’t drink and drive.

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February 29, 2008

Valley’s first public bus launched

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff A new public transport system was launched this week, and is set to be a godsend for all people without a car.

The Regional District of East Kootenay, BC Transit and Olympus Bus Lines celebrated the launch of the Columbia Valley Transit System at the Lions’ Hall at the Invermere crossroads.

People had the chance to see one of the new buses, meet the drivers, and enjoy refreshments and musical entertainment from J. A. Laird School’s Silver Strings ukulele group.

The new transit service includes two trips every weekday to Edgewater, Radium, Invermere, Windermere, Fairmont and Canal Flats. There will also be one by-request trip on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between Radium, Invermere and Fairmont.

“This partnership will further the development of safe, healthy and sustainable communities for all residents, especially seniors and students,” said Kevin Mahoney, chair of BC Transit.

Columbia Valley Transit is a part-

nership between the Regional District of East Kootenay and BC Transit, the agency responsible for management of municipal transit systems throughout B.C. Olympus Bus Lines will operate the system using two Polar III community buses, purchased through the federal transportation fund.

Radium mayor Greg Deck explained that getting a transit service has involved a lot of work. “It’s another example of how the various levels of government work best when they work together. We’re grateful for the provincial and federal support. A big thank you also goes out to the members of the Columbia Valley Transit Action Committee, who were instrumental in getting the transit service off the ground.”

Health Connections, a service partnership which provides transport and access to non-emergency medical appointments, will continue to run alongside the new transit system.

For more information about routes, schedules, fares and programs, visit www.busonline.ca, call 1-877-3432461 or pick up a Rider’s Guide while you are on the bus.

ALL ABOARD — (Left to right): Glenys Snow-Dymond, Sarah Bennett, Ute Juras, Bob Campsall, Lillian Rose, Greg Deck and Klara Tresher with one of the new buses that started running in the valley this week.

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PERSPECTIVE

Setting the record straight

February 29, 2008

Historical Lens

By Elinor Florence Pioneer Publisher Last week I wrote an editorial without being fully informed of the facts surrounding an accident on Lake Windermere. Since then, I have learned more about what happened and I would like to set the record straight with the information that is available to date. I apologize to our readers for not checking into the case more thoroughly.

On Saturday, February 16th at 12:30 a.m., a pickup truck drove across a rough, frost-heaved area of ice near Windermere Beach. The front wheels struck a soft spot where the creek flows into the lake.

Five people were riding in the open truck box.

The impact caused one woman to be thrown out of the truck. A second woman received a back injury.

The other three passengers were not harmed.

The ambulance was called to attend. When it arrived, the driver parked about 30 metres away in order to avoid the unsafe area of the ice on the lake.

Two ambulance attendants were working over the woman with the head injury when a second man, who had been a passenger in the truck, got behind the wheel of the ambulance without permission from the ambulance attendants and started to drive it. One of the attendants had to leave the patient and flag down the ambulance and tell the man to get out.

Two RCMP officers then arrived on the scene.

One officer was asked to drive the ambulance to the hospital, as both paramedics were needed in the back of the ambulance to attend to the patient. The second RCMP officer carried on with the investigation.

The woman with the head injury was later airlifted to Calgary and she remains in hospital. Her condition is unknown. The woman with the back injury was treated and released.

The RCMP is still investigating and will not comment any further. If you have any information, please call them at 342-9292. The Pioneer will not publish any further comment on this incident.

COSTUME PARTY—These people appear to be dressed in costume, perhaps for a dramatic production. The name “Dorothy” is written across the bottom right corner of the photograph. No other information is available. If you have any clues about the photograph, you may email the historical society at wvmuseum@cyberlink.bc.ca.

Photo A47 courtesy of Windermere District Historical Society

Non-resident tax proposed Dear Editor: The rising costs for water and other services announced by Invermere council strike another blow to the already burdened resident and taxpayer. For many long-time residents, it could be the blow that will drive them from the homes where they expected to spend their final years.

The enormous rise in property values has been a mixed blessing to many of these people. For with rising values go rising assessments and rising assessments mean increased taxes. I know of some who simply have not been able to meet the additional ob-

ligation and have been forced to sell out and leave their homes of many years, perhaps a lifetime.

And still people from out of province continue to crowd into this beautiful area. Perhaps they cannot be faulted for wishing to own a piece of the beauty. And perhaps council is to blame for permitting so much development so quickly; but it has happened and the consequences become more and more apparent.

Could not part of the answer be in a two-tiered tax system?

Much of the new infrastructure had to be put in place to provide services to absentee owners, who add little to the community be-

sides houses standing empty for much of the year.

It is a paradox, all this apparent wealth, all these empty houses and our long-time permanent residents, some of them of pioneering families, are being forced away. And there is no affordable housing for young working families who wish to put down roots, live here, work here and raise their families here. If the affluent wish to own a vacation home in Invermere, perhaps the affluent should be prepared to pay a premium to do so.

Bob Pearce Cranbrook

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Don’t delay broadband for Edgewater residents Dear Editor: Lillian Rose is denying taxpayers an alternative to the Telus-Shaw monopoly. These are her arguments: “Nanofibre will control the entire broadband” (no mention of Telus-Shaw). Not! There is plenty of bandwidth to encourage even more competition. She is “worried about the cost and length of the contract.” It’s already on track to make a fourfold return on our investment, what’s the problem? “Length of contract”? How long is your contract with Telus, if no competion is ever allowed? And do I follow her reason when she suggests that the remote-rural taxpayer is better served if nobody has broadband? If Lillian was really working for her constituents she would work on ways to get equal access to the remote rural resident instead of denying everyone access to an alternative to monopolies.

Lillian is needlessly delaying our

fibre-optic project in Edgewater. Residence of Edgewater fully intends to take advantage of the “gold standard” of communication technology running by our doorstep. We fully intend to service “everyone” in our fire-protection area with fibre-optics to the home as the absolute first choice, because it’s future proof.

We look at it as a gift to the generations that follow. All levels of education are available on your home computer now.

Along with Hi-definition TV and telephone, remote home-care health-monitor devices for the elderly, are available now. Fibre-optics’ reliability, quality and bandwidth is unrivaled by any other technology and should always be the first option, as it is worldwide. If Lillian did her job and did a little research, she would know that, instead of relying on “gut feelings” in her decision-making.

Bryan Stawychny Edgewater Broadband Society

Why do Lions roar?

Dear Editor: They are a “pride” group! They are repeating their “mane” point! Okay, so the punch lines are roardiculous – all I really want is your attention for a few minutes to talk about our Lions Club.

The Lake Windermere District Lions Club has been serving the community since 1950 and we look forward to doing so long into the future. However, in order to achieve that we require a strong membership in numbers, stewardship and diversity in age. We are concerned that our membership is not reflecting a broader cross section of age.

The busy life of family and work takes up a lot of the day, often leaving little time for those who would like to volunteer their time to very worthwhile causes and organizations. Fear not! Your local club has built flexibility into being a Lions Club member. We feel it is just as fulfilling to have a member who

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can spare a few hours as it is for those who can afford many. To have younger members not only maintains rejuvenation, it also allows older members to offer experience and pass along wisdom.

By now I think you are getting the message the Lake Windermere District Lions Club wants to increase its membership roll. We are both a Service Club and a Charitable Foundation with varied projects both on-going and new ones, yearly. We serve a community area from Spillimacheen to Windermere.

So here it is: no snake oil, no free land in the Sahara – just an invitation to come and check us out. We meet the first and third Monday evening of each month (no secret handshakes required!)

If you need help identifying a Lions member to approach give me a call at 342-9482 and I will have one roar over!

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Arts centre not council’s first priority Dear Editor: Through discussion with the Columbia Valley Arts Council regarding their proposal for a “Performing Arts Centre,” the District of Invermere council discovered preliminary construction estimates for the “first-rate” performing arts centre were very high, and that for the first several years the facility was expected to operate with a significant deficit.

The District council also became aware that the arts council viewed the District as the effective lead of the project, which should fund detailed architectural/engineering design, donate the land, contribute significant money towards the capital cost of construction, and fund most of the operating deficits for the facility.

Although the arts council felt that the Regional District of East Kootenay, provincial government, federal government, and private entities should help fund the construction of the project—there were no commitments or agreements from any of these entities (except for the $30,000 from the Lions Club).

The District has an extensive list of necessary infrastructure improvements (such as water, sewer, roads, CPR overpass, and the continued replacement of aging infrastructure) and several optional projects of interest (revitalization of downtown and Kinsmen

Beach, and completion of pothole park).

We also have some key services that are currently undersized and in aging and increasingly expensive buildings to operate (like the various uses in the community hall and the Invermere Public Library).

Given the realities that the District has a very limited supply of municipally-owned land, a very limited ability to fund large capital projects, and even greater limitations in ability to fund large operating deficits for new services, I question whether the proposed “Performing Arts Centre” is the most pressing need in the community?

I also wonder, even if potential private funding were to cover a higher percentage of capital costs, if that would automatically increase the importance of the “Performing Arts Centre” and make it worthy of receiving scarce municipal land and operating funding? Additionally, I wonder, would local music and theatre benefit most from the facility or would they be overshadowed and continually booted out for travelling entertainment and rap/rock concerts?

Unfortunately these questions, and the careful consideration that I feel should be applied when dealing with public land and money, have apparently been viewed by the arts council as “losing momentum,” unnecessary “obstacles,” disturbing their “time frame,” and “undermining” their project. Perhaps this

is indication that their vision is too strong, and their timeline is too aggressive to be relying on (or demanding) public land and funding.

In the future the District could potentially partner with other levels of government and industry for a facility of the scope currently proposed by the arts council, but in the present I feel that District should investigate using the former high school site as a location for a facility that will expand and improve existing facilities and services, without significant additional costs to taxpayers.

If the new facility were to replace the existing community hall, library, municipal hall, and potentially the Columbia Valley Fitness Centre, the bulk of the capital costs for the facility could be financed by sale of the existing buildings, and the bulk of the operating funding could come from money already being spent to operate and maintain the existing buildings.

The new civic centre would not be a “hodgepodge,” but rather an improvement to existing facilities and services, which would allow the District to continue working on other projects and would keep the District an attractive candidate for amalgamation with the rest of Area F. Gerry Taft Councillor, District of Invermere

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Out & About Calgary-based a cappella group OnCue is set to wow audiences at the Arts Council’s next concert at Christ Church Trinity, Sunday, March 9. See Page 13 for more.

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Stephen Fearing Concert · Pynelogs Cultural Centre

Stephen Fearing Concert by On Top Productions at Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

Friday March 14th at 7 pm. Call 342-5873 for tickets.

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

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February 29, 2008

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There are folks who are mildly amused and look forward to him moving on to something else; and those who get him, can't get enough and hope he goes on making movies like Rushmore for the rest of his life.

I find myself squarely planted in the latter camp. After the lackluster Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, which was still enough Wes Anderson to serve my needs, I was disappointed to hear that his next movie would be an animated version of the Roald Dahl novel The Fantastic Mr. Fox. I wanted more of the stock themes upon which Wes Anderson thrives: forbidden love, parental abandonment, sibling rivalries, stories of once-illustrious families now fallen on hard times, trying to salvage something from the wreckage—themes typified by his best work, in my opinion, The Royal Tenenbaums.

When news of The Darjeeling Limited broke, a collaborative project that seemed to eclipse The Fantastic Mr. Fox (which appears to have stalled in production), I was excited. Mr. Anderson always seems to thrive on collaborative projects. His best pictures have been collaborations with like-minded individuals, most notably his college roommate Owen Wilson (Bottle Rocket, Ruchmore, Tenenbaums). The Darjeeling Limited was co-written by Anderson and cousins Roman Coppola and Jason

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New Releases March 4 1 Into the Wild 2 Things We Lost in the Fire 3 Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium 4 Dr. Doolittle: Tail to the Chief 5 Awake

Schwartzman. Schwartzman played the main character, Max Fischer, in Rushmore and was delightful as the French auteur Felix DeMarco in Coppola's CQ, which is worth a look.

The Darjeeling Limited follows three American brothers—played by Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody and Jason Schwartzman—on what the oldest brother describes as a spiritual journey to the Himalayan foothills. Like all of Wes Anderson's pictures, the sets are richly detailed, compartmentalized dioramas, packed with symbolism. Much of The Darjeeling Limited is set in train cars, a thinly-veiled replica of the short, narrow-gauge Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

The journey is the oldest brother's attempt to reconnect with his siblings in the wake of the death of their father, but is leading to a surprise destination that is slowly revealed to the two younger brothers over the course of the trip.

A tip of the hat to legendary Indian director Satyajit Ray, the film is accompanied by a classic Wes Anderson score which is a mix of '60s Britpop and Indian-themed music borrowed from Ray's films.

The occasion of writing this review made me wonder what it is I like so much about Wes Anderson pictures. As I pondered this, I found myself flipping through the pages of Conn and Hal Iggulden's modern classic A Dangerous Book for Boys. The book, like Wes Anderson's movies, has a charmingly boyish view of the world. Anderson's movies are filled with an adolescent melancholy and address serious issues with a familiar sense of humour.

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

Toby Theatre • 7:30 pm: February 27-March 1: The Pirates Who Don’t do Anything • 7:30 pm: March 5-8: 27 Dresses

Friday, February 29th: • 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm: Spring Carnival at J. A. Laird, Invermere. Games, prizes, food, and fun! Call 3429516.

• 7-8 pm: Aquajogging, Radium Hot Springs Pools.

For more info: 342-5979.

• 9 pm: Guitar Hero Finals at the Leap Year Party, Back Country Jack’s, Radium. For info: 347-0097.

• 9 pm-midnight: Sadie Hawkins Dance, Station Pub, Invermere. Starting March 8th, join us for karaoke every Saturday night.

Saturday, March 1st: • 11 am: Powerful and Fun Spiritual Seminar: “Art of Acceptance: Know and Like Yourself Always”, 5 weeks in April. Intro session held at Invermere Seniors’ Centre, $10. Must pre-register, 342-8947.

• 1-3 pm: Shoot-a-thon at the high school, a Senior Girls’ Lakers Basketball Team fundraiser for the provincial competition in Kamloops.

• 3-7 pm: Meet the Senior Girls Lakers Basketball Team at Sobeys and buy tickets for a raffle, a fundraiser for the provincial competition in Kamloops.

• 1-4 pm: Job Fair at Copper Point Clubhouse. Many job opportunities available. For info: 341-3392.

Monday, March 3rd: • 4:30 pm - 8 pm: Registration for all Columbia Valley Life Sports program clinics (Spring Running, Nordic Pole Walking, Triathlon), at David Thompson Condos, 621-10th Ave., Invermere. Limited space, call Michelle Taylor, 342-8737, for more info.

• 7 pm: Columbia Valley Search and Rescue Society annual general meeting at the Invermere Fire Hall.

• 7 pm: Windermere Teachers’ Association invites parents and the public to an evening discussion about teaching, learning, and other matters related to public education, at Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

For more info, call Anne Jardine at 341-5158.

• 7:30 pm: Wildsight Invermere Branch annual general meeting, high school theatre, followed by film ‘Wolves of the Raincoast Forest in British Columbia’ presented by local biologist Gudrun Pflueger. For info, call Gerry Wilkie at 347-9841.

• Deadline today for advertising in Columbia Valley Homes, Your Guide to Valley Living. For more info, call Dave Sutherland at The Pioneer, 341-6299.

Tuesday, March 4th:

• Daffodil Sales, Canadian Cancer Society.

• 5-7 pm: Bottle drive in Invermere, a fundraiser for the PeeWee A Hockey Team for the provincial competition in Chase. Call 342-6696 for pickup.

• 7 pm: Windermere Community Association’s annual meeting at the Windermere Hall.

Wednesday, March 5th: • 7 pm: Mountain Cariboo information presentation

by Lawrence Redfern at the Golden Museum, back room. Everyone welcome.

Friday, March 7th: • 2 pm: World Day of Prayer service, United Church, Edgewater, conducted by Wayne Frater.

• 2 pm: World Day of Prayer service, Canadian Martyrs Church, Invermere.

Saturday, March 8th: • 10 am-noon: “Easter layout class” at Scrappy-Do’s. To register: 342-7238.

• 10 am-4 pm: Free Tipi Building Workshop, Golden Museum, sponsored by Golden’s Youth Cultural Awareness Initiative, free. For info: (250) 344-8924.

Sunday, March 9th: • 2 pm: Concert Series presents: On Cue, a cappella ensemble, at Christ Church Trinity. Tickets at Dave’s Book Bar, Essentials, Pynelogs, Trims & Treasures in Fairmont, and N’Deco in Radium.

Friday, March 14th: • 5 pm-midnight: Crop Night at Scrappy Do’s, space is limited! Call 342-7238 to reserve your spot.

• 6-9 pm: Opening reception for solo exhibition of Cameron Bird’s work at the Artym Gallery. Exhibit shows until March 28th.

Saturday, March 15th: • 1-4 pm: Cameron Bird present at The Artym Gallery during the solo exhibition of his work, to run until March 28th.

Wednesday, Mar. 19th-Saturday, Mar. 22nd:

Friday, March 21st-Sunday, March 23rd: • Paragliding Meet at Panorama. Target landings and cross-country flights to Lake Windermere. Visit www. flyingmax.com.

Saturday, March 22nd: • 10 am-2 pm: Legion Ladies Flea Market, Royal Canadian Legion, Invermere. Lunch $5; table rentals, $10. Call Tammie at 347-9607 or Norma at 342-3990 to book a table.

Sunday, March 23rd: • Easter Egg Hunt in Radium Hot Springs. Call 3479331 for more.

Thursday, March 27th: • 5-9 pm: Creative Connections Art Show and Sale opens at Chateau Kimberley and runs until April 30th.

Exhibiting artists include Lynn Grillmair, Deanai Bell, May Ann Bidder, Walter Comper, Sandra Donohue, Janice Edwards, Cory Horne, Teresa Knight, Jim Poch, Grant Smith, Kendra Smith, Charlene Stroud.

Friday, March 28th: • 5 pm-midnight: Crop Night at Scrappy Do’s, space is limited! Call 342-7238 to reserve your spot.

Monday, March 31st: • 4 pm: Deadline for submission of nominations for the annual Business Excellence Awards, Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce. For info: 342-2844.

• 7 pm: The Kite Runner, a Cinefest movie presented by the Columbia Valley Arts Council at the Toby Theatre. Tickets $10 at the door.

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Golf Shop Hours: Friday & Saturday 11:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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February 29, 2008

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February 29, 2008

OnCue: talent times nine

The next concert sponsored by Columbia Valley Arts Council is OnCue, at 2 p.m.

Sunday, March 9th, at Christ Church Trinity, our current performance venue.

OnCue is a renowned a cappella (unaccompanied) vocal ensemble of nine singers featuring smooth award-winning vocal jazz harmonies and musical theatre blended into a unique brand of top-notch entertainment. Their diverse and versatile rep-

ertoire, ranging from doo-wop to hip-hop, from the living room to the concert hall, won them the audience favorite award at Edmonton’s Northern Harmony a cappella festivals in both 2005 and 2007.

In the summer of 2004, OnCue joined two other divisions of the Youth Singers of Calgary on a six-city tour of China at the invitation of the Chinese Government.

OnCue was one of eight international a

cappella groups selected to compete in the 2005 Harmony Sweepstakes in Los Angeles. OnCue released their second CD Snow Angels to rave reviews, and their third CD is currently ready for release.

This show will appeal to the entire community: adults, young people and children.

Tickets at Dave’s Book Bar, Essentials, and Pynelogs in Invermere; Trims & Treasures in Fairmont; and N’Deco in Radium.

WINDERMERE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tuesday, March 4th, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.

Windermere Community Hall Coffee, tea, and snacks provided.

To be discussed: Annual Reports, Budget, Rental Fees, Beach, etc.

Election of Officers Fall Fair – Can we keep it going?

Aboriginal youth ages 15-24 are invited to take part in

GOLDEN’S YOUTH CULTURAL AWARENESS INITIATIVE.

Tipi Building Workshop Come and discover the history of the tipi.

A presentation in the morning will be followed by the design and decoration of a tipi in the afternoon.

Date: March 8th, 2008 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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Just think - there are over 200 different types of cancers and a million ways that these cancers touch our health, families, friends, and relationships. That’s a lot of stories. But the good news is that together we represent a powerful force that can actually make cancer history. For instance, although about 2 in 5 Canadians will develop cancer at some point in their lives, almost 60% today survive. And with your support, we can push this number higher.

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Sadie Hawkins Karaoke Friday, February 29th 9 pm - 12 midnight And starting March 8th join us every Saturday evening for Karaoke from 9:00 p.m. - 12 midnight

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YOUR MONEY Cashing in your RRSP

Submitted by Milton Crawford Financial Consultant, Invermere A Registered Retirement Savings Plan is a great way to invest for retirement and reduce income taxes.

But, like most good things, it must come to an end.

You are required by law to wind down your RRSP by the end of the year in which you turn age 71. In reality, most people start drawing on their RRSPs for retirement income before then. So, when that time comes, what are your options?

You have three basic choices: convert your RRSP to a Registered Retirement Income Fund, purchase an annuity, or collapse the plan and take the cash.

A RRIF and an annuity have a similar purpose – to create a steady stream of income from the wealth you’ve accumulated in your RRSP. Taking the money in a lump sum makes little sense, because you’ll be taxed on the entire amount at once.

These days, most people choose RRIFs because of their flexibility. A RRIF is a mirror image of an RRSP – instead of being a vehicle to accumulate wealth, it is a way to distribute your retirement savings as income.

A RRIF is an umbrella under which you can hold the same types of investments that are eligible for your RRSP. These include everything from Guaranteed Investment Certificates to mutual funds and individual securities such as equities.

RRIFs are available from most financial institutions and allow you to retain control of your investments. You can’t contribute any money to a RRIF, and you must withdraw a minimum amount from the plan each year, according to a formula based on your age.

Your income payment will be a combination of principal and investment returns. Generally, you can choose the frequency of regular income payments.

Those who want maximum control can manage their

money through a self-directed RRIF. The second most popular option for RRSPs is purchasing an annuity. This is a contract with a financial institution that provides regular income (usually monthly) in exchange for a fixed sum of money.

The payments you receive are a combination of repayment of the principal of your investment plus the investment income it earns. The benefit of an annuity is that once it’s purchased, you aren’t faced with making constant decisions about managing your retirement wealth.

An annuity is similar to a mortgage – in reverse.

When you take out a mortgage, a financial institution provides you with a lump sum that you repay, with interest, over a number of years. With an annuity, you provide the lump sum to an institution that pays you back, with a predetermined fixed amount that includes an amount that represents income generated by your money.

There are many types of annuities. The most popular are “life annuities,” which provide a steady stream of income during your lifetime (or in some cases until the death of your spouse). Another is the “term to 90 annuity,” which provides income to age 90.

Some individuals have transferred a portion of their RRSP assets to a RRIF, but have used the remaining assets to purchase a life annuity contract in order to provide the income to pay for basic expenses such as food, clothing, utilities, property taxes or rent.

Regardless of which option you choose, start preparing well in advance. Make sure your retirement plan doesn’t contain investments that are locked in past the deadline for winding down your RRSP; this can complicate the transfer of funds. If you are uncertain about choosing between RRIFs and annuities, it is best to ask for advice. Conversion of RSPs can only be done once and cannot be undone.

Market Action S&P/TSX Composite Index Dow Jones Industrial Average Nikkei Oil (New York) Gold (New York) Canadian Dollar (in US dollars)

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February 29, 2008

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Bill Pitt of Invermere was presented with the Working for Wildlife award at the Lake Windermere District Rod and Gun Club’s wild game banquet last Saturday. He is pictured here with his grandchildren Laura, 6, and Kyle, 10. Hundreds of people sampled bear, moose and even cougar kebabs at the Invermere Community Hall, and trophies were presented to club members who entered antlers in the competition.

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Annual General Meeting The Columbia Valley Search and Rescue Society is holding their AGM at 7:00 p.m. Monday March 3rd at the Invermere Firehall. We welcome all who are interested in learning about this great community service!

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A Day in Court The following people were found guilty in Adult Criminal Court in Invermere on Tuesday, February 19th. Presiding was Judge Ron Webb.

• James Atwater was fined $1000 with a $200 victim surcharge for driving while impaired and causing bodily harm in Wilmer. He was also charged with driving while over the legal limit of 80mg, and was banned from driving for a year.

• Derel Lang was given a suspended sentence and a probation order for one charge of assault and another charge of assault causing bodily harm in Edgewater. He was also fined $250 with a $50 victim surcharge.

• Cody McDonell was fined $250 for causing a disturbance in Radium Hot Springs.

• Stanley Noble was given a one-year probation order, a $500 fine and a $75 victim surcharge for a charge of mischief $500 or under in Fairmont.

• Jordan Sims was fined $600 with a $90 victim surcharge for driving while over the legal limit of 80mg in Radium Hot Springs. He was also banned from driving for one year.

• James Stitzenberger was fined $200 for a mischief charge in Invermere.

• Violet Stringer was given a one-year probation order and a $600 fine for failing to provide a breath sample in Radium Hot Springs. She was also banned from driving for two years.

• Marty Varhaug was fined $1,500 and given a 12-month conditional sentence for trafficking in a controlled substance in Invermere. He was also banned from owning firearms for 10 years. He was also fined $500 on a charge of PSP under $5000.

• John Wassing was fined $100 with a $15 victim surcharge for breaching his probation order in Invermere.

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February 29, 2008

Get healthy and fit by hitting the pool

By Rachel Pinder Pioneer Staff My first memory of swimming involved me standing at the side of the pool aged six or seven with my armbands on, bawling my eyes out.

I was scared of the water and used to dread going to the pool.

My Dad used to yell out to the instructor, “Just throw her back in”, in the hope I’d get the hang of it.

And looking back on it, I’m so glad he did. I can’t imagine what life would be like now if I hadn’t learned to swim.

Just think of all those holidays where I’ve spent time swimming and snorkelling in the sea — it wouldn’t have been the same if I’d stayed on the beach. And four years ago I qualified as an advanced scuba diver, which has opened up an even bigger underwater world.

There’s no doubt about it, swimming is an awesome sport.

And the best thing about it is, you can do it anywhere — well as long as there’s a river, lake, ocean, creek or even swimming pool handy.

We’ve got a choice of two great pools and numerous lakes right here in the valley — so there’s no excuse if you’ve been meaning to take the plunge or brush up on your technique.

Both Radium Hot Springs and Fairmont Hot Springs Resort pool are open seven days a week, and now the evenings are getting lighter, it’s a great opportunity to hit the pool.

Jill Parry has been teaching swimming at the Radium pools for the past 17 years. Jill says she’s always been into swimming ever since she was a kid, as her mum was a non-swimmer who was afraid of water.

“I’ve been around water my entire life. My favourite sports are windsurfing and water skiing, and I love to surf.

I basically live in the water more than I walk on land,” she laughs.

Jill says swimming is a great total body workout for people of all fitness levels, and it’s good for people with health issues or injuries as it is a nonimpact sport.

She teaches one-on-one lessons on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and Jill explained that some of the adult be-

ginners have now moved on to the fit swim classes, which is a huge achievement. Fit swim classes are held from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. on Wednesdays.

“It’s a great way for the average swimmer to get in shape, and it’s also good for the more serious swimmer who wants to train for a triathlon, improve their stroke, and achieve their swimming goals.”

It’s all about adapting the stroke to suit the swimmer. And the more often you can hit the pool, the better. Jill says two times a week would be ideal, and even three times if you can manage it.

“It’s also about the effectiveness of the workout. If you swim for an hour and a half without any thought regarding your stroke, it won’t be as beneficial as an hour workout incorporating drills to improve technique.

A lot of people go swimming for years but never work on improving their stroke. It’s all about quality not quantity,” Jill explained.

She also runs an aqua jogging class on Mondays from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m., which is a great non-impact total body workout.

“A lot of people are limited in what they can do for cardio. Aqua jogging is great because the water resistance training is a challenging cardio vascular workout. It improves muscle strength, core stability and flexibility.

“I also teach a deep water workout where the person wears a belt and is tethered to the poolside. Because they are stationary, there is increased resistance in the water and it’s a lot of fun.

“It’s a great way to cross train or recover from an injury. And even people who can’t swim can get in the pool and do a water fitness workout,” Jill said.

The tethered deep water class is held on Wednesdays from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. and on Fridays from 10.30 a.m. until 11.30 a.m.

Radium Otters swim club also runs group lessons and Karen Larsen will be taking over Jill’s water fitness and fit swim classes throughout March.

Radium Hot Springs cool pool is open on Fridays from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. and weekends from noon until 9 p.m. Fairmont Hot Springs pools are open daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 19

February 29, 2008

Teachers want your opinion The Windermere Teachers’ Association is inviting parents and members of the public to a discussion about teaching, learning, and other matters related to public education at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4th at Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

Members of the Executive Committee and Jinny Sims of the B. C. Teachers’ Federation provincial Executive Committee will be present.

“Teachers in the Windermere Zone of the Rocky Mountain District want to hear from our parents and local citizens about key issues related to teaching and learning,” says Anne Jardine, local president.

“We are eager to see how our experiences stack up with the rest of the province.”

This visit to Invermere is part of a province-wide tour by the provincial

executive entitled Let’s Talk About Teaching and Learning, designed to gather views from parents and the general public.

Participants will be asked to share their ideas and opinions on the positive aspects of our public education system, what they believe children need for optimal learning, and how the school board and provincial governments should support public education.

“Please take the time out of your busy schedule to join us for this discussion,” says Ms. Jardine. “It takes a community to educate a child, and your contributions are most welcome in this conversation.”

For further information or to arrange an interview with Jinny Sims, call Anne Jardine of the Windermere Teachers’ Association at 341-5158.

Let’s talk about teaching and learning • What’s working well in our public school system?

• What do students need for optimal learning?

• What should the board of education and provincial government do to support public education?

The BC Teachers’ Federation and local teachers’ associations are interested in hearing from parents and other interested members of the public.That’s why we’re sponsoring a series of public forums around the province.

You’re invited to join in a discussion of education issues that are important to you.

Windermere Teachers’ Association and special guest Jinny Sims of the BCTF want to hear from you.

The Let’s Talk about Teaching and Learning forum will be held.

Tuesday, March 4th 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Pynelogs Cultural Centre on Kinsmen Beach in Invermere Light Refreshments will be served.

Hope to see you there.

Chamber welcomes business nominations Here’s your chance to award a local company for a job well done and help them celebrate at an evening of comedy with Canada’s award-winning political satirist and comedian Bob Robertson, co-creator of CTV and CBC’s Double Exposure.

Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Heather Overy announced this year’s Business Excellence Awards, the tenth annual installment of the event, by inviting nominations for a host of honours. “I am so excited,” Ms. Overy commented. “ We decided to go with comedy this year.”

The guest speaker at last year’s event was Ken Fowler of Ken Fowler Enterprises, the new owner of Fairmont Hot Spings Resort.

Funding from corporate sponsors Copper Point and Canadian Pacific do-

nated made it possible to get Robertson, she said.

“We do have two great sponsors in Copper Point and CP Rail,” she said.

“Mr. Robertson came within our budget and he wanted to come.”

Mr. Robertson, she said, will arrive a day early to collect local material for his presentation.

Mrs. Overy said you do not have to be a chamber member to vote, but you must be a chamber member to win.

Simply clip the nomination form below and return it to the visitor centres, grocery stores or banks. You can also fax the form to 342-3261 or e-mail your nominations to info@cvchamber. ca. Nomination ballots must be received no later than 4 p.m. Monday, March 31. Call Heather at 342-2844 for more information.

Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce

10th Annual

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE NOMINATION FORM 1. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

6. ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR 10. BUSINESS EXCELLENCE Sponsored by: Community Futures – SOUTH AREA

Sponsored by: Palliser Printing Accountants, Law Firms, Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering, Surveying, Insurance, Financial, Consultant, Social Service or Government Agency.

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

2. TOURISM - HOSPITALITY

Development Corporation

Individual or Business who has a wellrun operation, 3 or less years in business, reputation for honesty and integrity, involved in the community Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

7. EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by: Fairmont Business Association

Overall well-run Business operating in the Windermere, Fairmont, and/or Canal Flats region.

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

11. BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Sponsored by: 1 – 15 EMPLOYEES Fairmont Mountainside Villas Courses, Any Employee who is personable and respectful, Sponsored by: Eagle Ranch Golf Course

Sponsored by: AG Valley Foods

Resorts, Hotels/Motels, Golf Recreational Facilities, Campgrounds, Bed & strives for excellent customer service and is Overall well-run Business, experts in their field, Breakfasts friendly and courteous to customers and staff. provides staff training, quality customer service, Nominee: ___________________________ and contributes to the community.

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

3. FOOD AND BEVERAGE Sponsored by: Mr. Bibs

___________________________________

8. BUSINESS EXCELLENCE

– CENTRAL AREA Restaurants, Catering Companies, Coffee Sponsored by: Shops, Lounges and Bars.

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

4. BUSINESS EXCELLENCE – NORTH AREA

Sponsored by: Walter Pearce – Kootenay Group Insurance Planners

Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

5. RETAILER OF THE YEAR Sponsored by: Radium Resort

Excellent Customer Service, markets and advertises well, stands behind its product, good relationship with customers and staff.

Nominee ___________________________ ___________________________________

12. BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 16 OR MORE EMPLOYEES Sponsored by:

Overall well-run Business operating in Smith Green Andruschuk LLP Invermere, Athalmer, Wilmer, and/or Panorama Overall well-run Business, experts in their field, region provides staff training, quality customer service, and contributes to the community.

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

Overall well-run Business operating in the 9. CONTRACTOR - TRADE - BUILDER OF THE YEAR Radium Hot Springs, Edgewater, Spur Valley, Brisco, and/or Spillimacheen region.

Sponsored by: Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

13. NEWS MAKER OF THE YEAR Sponsored by: The Valley Echo

Invermere Home Hardware

A professional company/contractor and/or tradesperson who takes pride in their work, and is honest and ethical

Has made Headlines throughout the Year, offered opinions, reputation for honesty and integrity, and contributed to the well-being of the community.

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

Nominee: ___________________________ ___________________________________

MISSION STATEMENT

The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce is an organization within the community promoting a dynamic business environment through effective communication, networking and education on behalf of its membership.

Kim Collens - Rockies West www.kimcollens.com

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February 29, 2008

The Old Zone

By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist

Friday, March 7th Best Canadian Beat Juggler World DMC Top 5 in England

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Did I mention we need another rink here in Invermere?

This past season our league expanded from eight to nine teams.

We had an extremely long waiting list of players wanting to get into the league for some exercise, a weekly outing with the guys and some form of activity to keep the competitive juices flowing.

All in all, I think we achieved the goal of reducing this list and getting as many guys as possible playing Old Timers hockey.

Now, 20 weeks later, we have several teams playing with eight or nine guys because of injury and a slew of ill-timed vacations.

This is not what we were hoping for, especially during our playoffs. I wonder if we possibly need to consider league

expansion again in the future? This time it would be females.

Another way to attack this issue is in the form of creating a Certified Player Ranking System.

Every player in the league will be credited with a base number of points.

From here deductions or additions will be made for five different reasons: attendance, consistency of contributions to the pop fund, dressing room attitude, on-ice work ethic and the amount of understanding of how Oldtimers is to be played.

From this, a standout team of players who will show up, play fair and buy pop can be drafted next season.

Should be a guaranteed winning team! Only problem is what do you do with nine goalies on the same team?

Continued on next page

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February 29, 2008 Continued from previous page This week our hats go off to Larry Pettit for sponsoring the Valley Vision Vultures.

Although they have never won a league championship, they have been able to claim “the most-stylish jersey” for a number of years.

This is just as important as winning because no one cares about that either!

And finally, just in case you care . . . The Playoffs: Week 5!

Feb. 20th Results: Lake Auto kissed their sister Warwick, Hi Heat cooked up Black Smoke, Huckleberrys poisoned the Vultures, and Da’ Mudders gassed Petro Can. CVOHA League Standings Team

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VALLEY VISION VULTURES—Back, left to right: Kevin Nelson, Gord Green, Pat Findlater, Cam Dow and Kerry Ellingboe. Front Row: Dan Drezet, Bud Dearin, Grant Neville and Larry Letourneau. Missing from the photo: Gaston Chasse, Doug McIntosh, Aaron Metherall, Vik Sigalis and Glen Thomsen.

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Need Blinds? Best Quality

Continued from Page 4

Interior World

• Feb. 20th: Police observed a vehicle northbound on Columbia Avenue in Radium Hot Springs, failing to stop for a stop sign and proceeding eastbound on Foresters Landing Road. The vehicle was stopped. A drug investigation ensued with the passenger being arrested for outstanding British Columbia warrants.

Some marijuana and paraphernalia were seized. The investigation is still ongoing.

• Feb. 21st: RCMP had a ring turned into this office as being found in the mail box on the outside of the Canada Post building on Feb. 19. The ring is twotone metal with three clear stones. There are no serial numbers or identifying marks to add. If anyone has any information, please contact the detachment and quote file number 2008-466.

• Feb. 21st: A member of the RCMP was driving north on Highway 93/95 near Canal Flats when he observed a black Chevrolet in front of him weaving from side to side. The vehicle was stopped and the lone occupant was spoken to. An impaired investigation was initiated and marijuana waas seized. The driver will appear in court on May 20.

• Feb. 22nd: Police noted a red pick-up truck pull out of the Copper City Saloon lower parking lot westbound on 13th Street. It was noted that a driver’s side headlight was out. The vehicle was followed and it continued to travel on the extreme right shoulder, striking the sidewalk. The vehicle turned south on 10th Avenue, failing to signal. The vehicle pulled over onto the shoulder and the driver immediately stepped out with his hands in the air stating that he was “pissed.”

Two breath samples of 240 mg were taken. The driver was driven home and charges are pending.

• Feb. 22nd: At about 10:40 p.m., RCMP responded to a collision of a truck through a fence on 7A Avenue in Invermere. Upon arrival, an Ontarioregistered pickup truck was seen to spin out on some black ice, hit the curb on the east side of the road and break through the fence of a residence. An odour of burnt marijuana was detected inside the truck. The driver admitted to smoking marijuana not long ago.

The driver was issued a 24-hour suspension for driving under section 215 of the Motor Vehicle Act.

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• Feb. 22nd: RCMP were conducting a road check at the Radium Resort turnoff south of Radium.

At about 11:15 p.m., a B.C.-registered truck being driven by a valley resident drove up to the check stop.

In the process of investigating the driver’s sobriety, a baggy of marijuana was found in the vehicle. The driver admitted to having four “hoots” 30 to 40 minutes prior. A search of the vehicle yielded several marijuana containers and a pipe. A 24-hour driving prohibition was issued and 22.5 grams were seized from the driver and vehicle. An investigation is still ongoing.

• Feb. 23rd: RCMP responded to a 911 phone call from 7558 Columbia Ave, Radium. Apparently, the phone was busy when called back. Telus interrupted the call and spoke with a resident who advised that all was OK. Police must attend all 911 hang-ups.

On attendance by police, the occupants were intoxicated with an ongoing party with several other people at the residence. There appeared to be nobody injured or in distress. The group were cautioned regarding the phone call. RCMP wish to remind all of the time that can be wasted on 911 hang-ups and false complaints.

• Feb. 23rd: It was reported that a 2002 Chevy Silverado was vandalized overnight at the Fairmont condos located at 5225 Fairmont Resort Road in Fairmont. Both the truck’s mirrors were taken off. If anyone has information, contact the RCMP quoting file number 2008-481.

• Feb. 23rd: RCMP was conducting a road check on Highway 93/95 by the turnoff to Radium Resort. A black Honda CRV was stopped. The odour of “burnt” marijuana was noticed. The driver stated he and his wife had “smoked up” about half an hour before being stopped. It was learned that the driver was a vehicle impound candidate. The Honda CRV was impounded for 30 days, and the driver was issued a 24-hour driving prohibition.

• Feb. 23rd: Police were conducting a road check at the Radium Resort turnoff south of Radium. A driver admitted to drinking three glasses of wine. The odor of liquor from the driver could be noted. The driver provided a breath sample which indicated a “Warn.” A 24-hour driving prohibition was issued and the Alberta residents were forced to stay in the valley an extra evening.

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P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS CAREERS Full-time labourer for local construction company. Wages dependant on experience: possible benefits/incentive package.

Call 342-2053 or forward resume to ncmconstruction@telus.net or fax 342-2057.

Patty’s Greenhouse is looking for full and part –time employees for the 2008 season. No experience necessary, will train.

Call 250-346-3399 or 250-3411087, ask for Patty.

Local Electrical contractor requires Journeyman Electrician.

Wage $32.00 - $38.00 per hour, benefit package, service van.

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Reply by fax or e-mail to: Audrey Benson, Office Administrator Fax (250) 345-4001 E-mail: info@rockymtnrealty.com

MAINTENANCE FOREMAN Providing leadership and technical expertise, the Maintenance Foreman will be responsible and accountable for all plant related maintenance issues at Kicking Horse Coffee, including but not limited to general equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, new equipment set-up, fabrication, commercial equipment repair and occupational health and safety.

The ideal candidate will possess: • Relevant Trade Certification and or Education • Strong mechanical and problem solving aptitude and technical job experience – (motors, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, programmable logic controls systems); • Previous Manufacturing environment or production line experience, ideal • Experience developing and working within the structure of a Preventative Maintenance Program • Excellent verbal and strong written communication skills.

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To apply, please email your application to jobs@kickinghorsecoffee.com or fax 250-342-4450.

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Robert D. Harvey & Co. Inc., CGA is a professional accounting ¿rm located in Invermere. We are a quality driven and customer focused organization in need of an Intermediate Accountant/ Bookkeeper. Our ideal candidate would possess the following skills:

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Prepare bookkeeping records and bank reconciliations Prepare computerized payroll Prepare GST & PST tax returns accurately and timely Reconciliation and analysis of accounts and booking of journal entries Preparation of year-end working papers for a variety of businesses Preparation of personal income tax returns Ad hoc support for other accountants and special projects as required

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Working towards completion of accounting designation, degree or diploma is desirable Strong computer, bookkeeping software and excel skills a de¿nite asset Strong analytical and accounting skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks Email resume to rharveycga@cyberlink.bc.ca or drop at Invermere of¿ce.

Robert D. Harvey & Co. Inc. offers a competitive compensation package and excellent opportunities for growth. Only resumes of candidates being considered will be acknowledged.

Working closely with Packing and Roasting departments, your key responsibilities will include general labour, organization, material handling and cleanliness of warehouse areas. Tasks will include but are not limited to: • • • • •

Daily loading and unloading of trucks using mechanized forklifts and pallet jacks.

Organization and cleanliness of receiving areas Assisting packing and roasting departments with daily inventory staging for next day’s production Cleanliness and upkeep of facility grounds as required.

Other duties as assigned

Ideal candidates must be: • Energetic, physically fit and capable of short periods of heavy lifting • Positive, self motivated with a glass “½ full” disposition.

• Flexible and adaptable given changing nature of work.

We provide: A positive and supportive year-round work environment, great health and wellness benefits, competitive wages, professional development opportunities, legendary staff “fun days”, paid day-off birthdays, and a steady pipeline to satisfy the most discerning addiction, To apply, please email your application to jobs@kickinghorsecoffee.com or fax 250-342-4450.

We will contact successful applicants.

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February 29, 2008

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS GARAGE SALE

CHEERS & JEERS

STORAGE

WANTED TO RENT

SHARED ACCOMODATIONS

SUITE FOR RENT

Basement Sale, 5192 Juniper Heights, Saturday, March 1st , 10 am – 3 pm. Telescope, hand tools, dishes, electric welder and everything in between.

Thumbs up to the Spela Grasic and her associates for organizing the benefit hockey tournament on the lake, a wonderful day, from Ambulance Code 3 Team and Team Kinnersly.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE

Young family of four looking for an opportunity to housesit, waiting to move into their new home in Invermere. Mom is former Innkeeper, Dad is contractor together with years of Front Desk, maintenance, kitchen and housekeeping experience.

Bonus for you, Mom is a double Virgo that loves to clean and organize. Willing to help out with household improvements. Great References. Please call to arrange a meeting 403-609-2516.

Windermere, 1 room for rent in 2 bdrm suite. New kitchen, cable, wireless, laundry, $435.00 plus hydro. Available immediately, 688-0244.

2 bdrm basement suite.

Invermere. Close to everything.

N/S, N/P. Partially furnished. $900/month. 341-6287.

CHEERS & JEERS

COMMERCIAL RENTAL

Jeers to the business people downtown who don’t take down their brown Christmas decorations – it’s almost Easter!

For lease 800 sq. ft. 2nd . Floor office space in Radium, 403559-9625.

OBITUARY Moll, Ona Eileen June April 15, 1938-February 24, 2008 It is with great sadness that the family of Ona announce the passing of their wife, mother and grandmother on Feb 24, 2008.

Born in Maidstone, Saskatchewan, the fifth of six children, Ona is survived by her husband of 51 years Robert (Buzz), daughter Darcel (Rick) Luyendyk, son Wesley (Zlata) Moll, grandchildren Trisha (Rob) Pitchford, Dean, Erin and Kayla Luyendyk, Matthew, Kyle and Colin Moll, brothers Ed (Helen) Beisel, Lynn (Sheila) Beisel, Jerry (June) Beisel and sister Jean Button.

Ona was pre-deceased by her parents Henry and Iva Beisel, her brothers Clifford and Alvin, brother-in-law Edgar Button and sister-in-law Esther Beisel.

Ona was an avid member of the Invermere hospital auxiliary and the Invermere Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She loved to spend time gardening, golfing, fishing, hiking, camping, crosscountry skiing, bowling, softball and traveling. Spending time with her family and friends was her greatest joy.

The family wishes to thank all of Ona’s dear friends for their love and support over the years as well as the staff, support services and volunteers at Columbia House for their excellent care and compassion.

A Memorial Service honoring Ona’s life will be held at the Windermere Hall, Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.

Internment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Windermere Hospital Auxiliary, Box 193, Windermere BC V0B 2L0.

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone.

For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

Various sizes available. Now with climate controlled units.

Call 342-3637

WANTED TO RENT Professional single man requires unfurnished 1 bdrm suite. Local references available, N/S, call 341-7223.

SUITE FOR RENT One bdrm basement suite, N/S, N/P, W/D, and utilities included, $600/month. Call 342-0107.

Furnished rental in Radium, starting at $425.00, utilities included, 341-7022

OBITUARY McIsaac, Jaryl Audrey

November 22, 1944 - February 19, 2008 With deep sadness, the family of Jaryl McIsaac announces her passing on February 19, 2008 following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Jaryl, the first child of Charles and Audrey Osterloh, was born in the Lady Elizabeth Memorial Hospital in Invermere on November 22, 1944. Jaryl was the first of many grandchildren of the Cleland family and became a wonderful role model to her many Jones, Mitchell and Cleland cousins.

Growing up in Invermere, Jaryl had a happy, carefree childhood with many good friends. Her favourite times were always spent with her immediate and extended families such as back-country picnics, camping, “special day” dinners, being with “sisters she never had” Jane and Sandi, and especially morning coffee time with her Mom and Dad. Jaryl graduated from Davis Thompson High School and continued her education at the University of British Columbia where she met her future husband, Peter. Jaryl graduated with a Bachelor of Education degree and taught in Coquitlam and Calgary. Jaryl and Peter eventually moved back to Invermere to assume ownership of the Invermere Hardware and Building Supplies. To Jaryl’s pleasure, she became a full-time mother to Jannis and Robbie.

Following her arrival back in Invermere, Jaryl became a wonderful community citizen. She gave freely of her time to the church, the museum, securing the David Thompson statue, Eastern Star, choirs, Brownies and many other community events. Jaryl was recognized for her many volunteer community contributions by receiving the prestigious Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award in 1996.

Travelling always fascinated Jaryl. Starting with her childhood trips to various places, she developed a love for travel. She and Peter journeyed to many parts of the world, enjoying a variety of cultures and acquiring a number of good friends along the way.

Jaryl will be missed and her memory cherished by her husband Peter and children Jannis and Robbie; mother and best friend Audrey Osterloh; brother Buzz (Jane) and children Erin and Andy; sister-in-law Carol (Michael) Haywood and children David and Cynthia; and many other relatives of whom she was so fond. Jaryl was predeceased by her loving father Charles Osterloh in 2002.

Jaryl will be sorely missed by the many people whose lives she touched. They will remember her as a caring, friendly person with an easy laugh and a good sense of humour. The community has lost one of its best.

Brand new 1 bdrm basement suite available immediately, N/ S, N/P, $700.00 inclusive, 3415159.

For rent Downtown Radium, Bachelor suite, N/S, $375/ month. Available May 1st bright apartment $580.00 includes hydro, references required, DD, long-term, 347-6420 (home), 347-2121 (work).

Althalmer, 2 bdrm, older-style, suite, upper level, large deck, shared yard, w/d, no dogs, N/S, perfect for 1 or 2 quiet, clean people. $850.00 plus DD. Available now, 342-8933.

CONDO FOR RENT Two bdrm, two bath luxury condo for long-term rent in Sable Ridge Resort, Radium.

Fully furnished and stocked with amenities. Just move in. For pictures of similar unit see www. ownerdirect.com, unit #96922. (this is only a one bdrm but it looks the same). Furnished with Penthouse Furnishings, gourmet kitchen, ensuite laundry, 2 queen beds, TV, DVD, fireplace, underground parking, 2 outdoor hotubs, seasonal pool, storage unit. Long term rental. $1000/ month + utilities, call Joe at 403-830-0799.

Canal Flats: Brand new condo in Jade Landing. Kitchen, nook, and living room, deck, 2 bdrms & bath upstairs, unfinished basement. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave. N/S, N/P, prefer mature individuals.

Rent is $1000/month plus utilities and damage deposit of $1000. Call owner at 1-403251-5996.

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February 29, 2008

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS CONDO FOR RENT

CONDO FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

Radium Fully Furnished Condo for Rent This 1 bdrm fully furnished condo located in the luxurious Sable Ridge complex comes complete with king sized bed, Penthouse furnishings and accents, along with everything you will need to make this retreat-like condo home. This is the largest one bdrm condo in the complex which features a spacious living and dining room, large deck overlooking the pool, 2 hot tubs, and full vistas of the Rockies. All this plus heated underground parking, ensuite, laundry, water, heat, and electricity are included. Make this award winning complex home at only $1400 per month.

Min. 6 month lease. For more information please phone 403861-5656.

Castlerock Estates, Invermere, 2 bdrm, 1,800 sq. ft. double garage, N/P, N/S, $1,500/month, includes utilities. Available March 1, call 342-1314.

Unlimited water supply from your own Rocky Mountain stream, with 16 acres. 5,200 sq. ft. cedar home plus mobile home, greenhouse and more. Under valued price at $795,000.00, due to health. Call 250-422-3174 or check propertyguys.com, listing # 166018.

Sealy double bed, spotless mattress, box spring, black metal headboard, footboard, rails. Light brown fabric Lazy Boy recliner. All in excellent condition. $200.00 for all, 3479001, evenings, Edgewater.

Radium, 2 bdrm condo for rent in CopperhornTown.

2 bath, ensuite in master bedroom, brand new, all appliances included, W/D, wood stove in living room. $1100/ month, available immediately, 403-899-1330.

Sable Ridge Resort in Radium, long-term rental 2 bdrm, 2 bath, unfurnished, 930 sq. ft., outdoor pool, hot tub, fireplace, new construction, $1200 plus utilities. The Peaks in Radium, 2 bdrm, furnished, long-tem, recreation centre, pool, $1250 plus utilities. Call Eric Redeker at Rocky Mountain Realty 250342-5914.

HOUSE FOR SALE 1975, 14x70 mobile on large well-treed lot in Canal Flats.

Beach and golf course in walking distance. 3 bdrms, 1 bath, covered deck, $140,000.00, 417-5282.

Radium, 2 bdrm condo for sale in Copperhorn Town. 2 bath, ensuite in master bedroom, brand new, wood stove in living room, 1100 sq ft, $249,900.00, 403-899-1330.

REAL ESTATE

NEW LISTING UNIT 79, AKISKINOOK, WINDERMERE, B.C. RECREATIONAL PARADISE could be yours in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, completely furnished condo in Akiskinook Resort, located on the shores of Lake Windermere midway between Invermere & Windermere. Resort amenities include private beach & marina with boat and trailer storage, rec center with indoor pool & tennis courts.

Just in time for a summer on the lake!

474,900

$

Rockies West Realty Ross Newhouse

Representative, Recreational Specialist

230 Laurier Street, Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 Bus: 250.347.2321 • www.newhouseconnect.com

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Radium Hot Springs 10 Unit Motel on .6 acres, zoned C1. Good starter or crew accommodation.

Redevelopment potential!

Asking $397,500.00. Exclusive.

Call Syd or Larry at 250-8628100, Syber Realty, Kelowna.

MISC. FOR SALE

Peavey XR500 P.A. system with 4 12’” speakers. $300.00 OBO, call 342-3264.

6 man hot tub with new top and rebuilt pump. Needs minor work $400.00, 342-5332.

Heavy duty custom, checker plate side mount tool boxes with ladder racks, mounting brackets. 78”x 14”x 22” for 6’x 6” truck box, $1,500.00, 342-5332.

VEHICLE FOR SALE

$10,000,000 in vehicle inventory.

Go to

www.cranbrookdodge.com

to view complete inventory.

1990 Chev ¾ ton truck, 4x4, regular cab, grey, 5.7 L, automatic, $3,500.00 OBO, call 688-2730 or 342-8829.

1995 LEXUS LS400, 245k, silver, leather, best car I have ever owned, $9,995.00, call 3425914.

2001 GMC 2500 HD Ext Cab SB 4x4, 6.0 litre, auto, A/C, Top soil, call Elkhorn Ranch at Beige high-back lawn chairs, 5” P/S, P/B, 200,000 kms, all 342-0617. arm rest and matching glass top maintenance work up-to-date, Solid wood entertainment unit, patio table $55.00, 341-6043. good condition, just passed BC armoire style. Can hold up to 38“ inspection, $14,500 OBO. Call SNOWMOBILE FOR SALE Ross at 342-9424 (days), 342TV, $300.00, 347-6881.

1624 (eve).

Steel Cattleguard, heavy 2002 Summit 800. Great duty 16’ x 8’, $1,800.00, phone shape, great running condition! 2002 4x4, 2 door Jimmy, $4,200.00 firm, call 342-5336 or standard. 120, 000 km, excellent Elkhorn Ranch, 342-0617.

403-519-5063. condition, $10,500.00, 347Motorized older model “Quickie” 6881. brand wheelchair. Easy to use VEHICLE FOR SALE SERVICES joystick control, 16” wide seat, oxygen tank hold in back, Leaving the country, car needs new home! 1994 Chrysler $700.00, 342-9702.

LeBaron, good condition, TOTAL HEATING Bobcat for sale, Thomas 103, turquoise, automatic, electric SYSTEMS 1988 great working condition, windows, central locking, air, cd $10,000.00 OBO, 341-7022. player. $1,500.00 OBO, 341-3223.

HEAT PUMPS FURNACES

VEHICLES FOR SALE

We supply parts and service FOR ALL MAKES of: • snowmobiles • motorcycles • quads

DUCT WORK 342-1167 Phil’s Carpentry – Everything from roofs to decks, completion of basement and bathrooms.

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

CLEANING SERVICES: No time to clean? Unable to clean your home? Experienced and very reliable home cleaning and house checking. Dianne Peterson, 3429702, dtpeterson@shaw.ca

CAREERS BIG HORN MEADOWS RESORT requires full-time room attendants to clean rooms, balconies, and stairways.

Experience an asset. Wages $13/ hour, 40 hours/week. Fax resume to 250-347-2311 or email pbusch@bighornmeadows.ca Busy Motel needs housekeeping staff. Call Motel Bavaria in Radium, 347-9915.

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

Apply in person to Invermere Petro-Canada.

SKI or BOARD ALL DAY AND SLING PIZZA ALL NIGHT Peppi’s Italian fuel is looking to hire an energetic, customer service orientated server to work evenings Friday, Saturday and 1 or 2 other nights a week. You must be over 19 years of age.

Contact Laura or Tim at Peppi’s.

Phone 342-3421 or E-mail peppisitalianfuel@yahoo.ca Now hiring, no experience necessary. Training will be provided for manicures and pedicures. Call Pamper Yourself Spa, ask for Monica, 341-6266.

Fax resume, 341-6267 or email monica@pamperyourselfspa. com Full-time JourneymanCarpenter/ Apprentice wanted for local construction company. Must have knowledge and experience in all phases of residential construction.

Competitive wages – dependent on experience, possible benefits/ incentive package. Call 3422053 or forward resume to ncmconstruction@telus.net

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February 29, 2008

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS CAREERS Full-time labourer for local construction company. Wages dependant on experience: possible benefits/incentive package.

Call 342-2053 or forward resume to ncmconstruction@telus.net or fax 342-2057.

Patty’s Greenhouse is looking for full and part –time employees for the 2008 season. No experience necessary, will train.

Call 250-346-3399 or 250-3411087, ask for Patty.

Local Electrical contractor requires Journeyman Electrician.

Wage $32.00 - $38.00 per hour, benefit package, service van.

Send resume to 1-866-6735175.

Log Life Styles require insulators, drywallers, tapers, labourers, and shinglers to work in Edgewater. Hourly or piece work, call 403-617-9402.

CAREERS

ROCK WORKS LANDSCAPING

Qualified hotel cleaning staff, $14.00/hour to start, with $3.00/ hour bonus. Accommodation available, nice boss! Beautiful location, call now, 347-9305.

Helena’s Stube is now accepting applications for the following positions, Service, Hostess, and Bus Person. Please call 347-0047 or email mail@helenas.com

Grizzly Mountain Grill in Radium

Requires Experienced Cooks and Servers

Gerry’s is now accepting applications for Full-time year-round employment Room for advancement.

Apply in person with resumé.

is seeking help for the 2008 season starting mid April.

Competitive wages, flexible schedules.

Must have driver’s licence. Experience an asset, willing to train, 342-5676 or email resumes to rockworkslandscape.com

Call 342-1666 Fax: 341-3453

or send resume to: PO Box 1079, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

HELP WANTED

Windermere Valley Child Care Society

Full-time Administration Assistant

• Full-time ECE position/full-time infant/part-time toddler position in group daycare/after school program • Starting immediately • Wages dependent on experience and license to practise.

Rocky Mountain Realty is a company that provides high quality professional Real Estate Services in the Valley. We are looking for an individual with excellent interpersonal and communications skills who can work within a team atmosphere. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, well organized, have excellent computer skills and a min. of 2 years office experience. Experience in a real estate/marketing atmosphere would be an asset but not required. This position offers a competitive starting wage.

Contact Arlee Romane: Phone: 342-3168 Fax: 342-3359 Or send resumes to: Box 2257 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

Reply by fax or e-mail to: Audrey Benson, Office Administrator Fax (250) 345-4001 E-mail: info@rockymtnrealty.com

MAINTENANCE FOREMAN Providing leadership and technical expertise, the Maintenance Foreman will be responsible and accountable for all plant related maintenance issues at Kicking Horse Coffee, including but not limited to general equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, new equipment set-up, fabrication, commercial equipment repair and occupational health and safety.

The ideal candidate will possess: • Relevant Trade Certification and or Education • Strong mechanical and problem solving aptitude and technical job experience – (motors, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, programmable logic controls systems); • Previous Manufacturing environment or production line experience, ideal • Experience developing and working within the structure of a Preventative Maintenance Program • Excellent verbal and strong written communication skills.

In return we provide, year-round work, extended health and wellness benefits, competitive wages, professional development opportunities, legendary staff “fun days”, paid day-off birthdays, a steady pipeline to satisfy the most discerning addiction, not to mention an awesome product and a team dedicated and committed to producing the best coffee in the country!

To apply, please email your application to jobs@kickinghorsecoffee.com or fax 250-342-4450.

We will contact successful applicants.

Robert D. Harvey & Co. Inc., CGA is a professional accounting ¿rm located in Invermere. We are a quality driven and customer focused organization in need of an Intermediate Accountant/ Bookkeeper. Our ideal candidate would possess the following skills:

PRODUCTION LABOURER

Job Duties/Responsibilities: -

Prepare bookkeeping records and bank reconciliations Prepare computerized payroll Prepare GST & PST tax returns accurately and timely Reconciliation and analysis of accounts and booking of journal entries Preparation of year-end working papers for a variety of businesses Preparation of personal income tax returns Ad hoc support for other accountants and special projects as required

Education/Experience Requirements: -

Working towards completion of accounting designation, degree or diploma is desirable Strong computer, bookkeeping software and excel skills a de¿nite asset Strong analytical and accounting skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks Email resume to rharveycga@cyberlink.bc.ca or drop at Invermere of¿ce.

Robert D. Harvey & Co. Inc. offers a competitive compensation package and excellent opportunities for growth. Only resumes of candidates being considered will be acknowledged.

Working closely with Packing and Roasting departments, your key responsibilities will include general labour, organization, material handling and cleanliness of warehouse areas. Tasks will include but are not limited to: • • • • •

Daily loading and unloading of trucks using mechanized forklifts and pallet jacks.

Organization and cleanliness of receiving areas Assisting packing and roasting departments with daily inventory staging for next day’s production Cleanliness and upkeep of facility grounds as required.

Other duties as assigned

Ideal candidates must be: • Energetic, physically fit and capable of short periods of heavy lifting • Positive, self motivated with a glass “½ full” disposition.

• Flexible and adaptable given changing nature of work.

We provide: A positive and supportive year-round work environment, great health and wellness benefits, competitive wages, professional development opportunities, legendary staff “fun days”, paid day-off birthdays, and a steady pipeline to satisfy the most discerning addiction, To apply, please email your application to jobs@kickinghorsecoffee.com or fax 250-342-4450.

We will contact successful applicants.

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February 29, 2008

P IONEER C LASSIFIEDS Windermere Valley Golf Course is currently looking for qualified individuals to join their food and beverage team. Positions are seasonal and range from part time to full time starting April 1st.

Contact Kari at 342-3004 or submit resumes by fax to 342-0119 or email kdawsonwv@shaw.ca

Fairmont Hot Springs is now accepting applications:

YOUTH PART-TIME & FULL-TIME Are you 14 to 18 and residing in the Valley for the summer? Looking for work, and thinking there is nothing for which you are eligible? THINK AGAIN! Fairmont Hot Springs will hire you. We’ll even pay you!

And we’ll let you swim and golf for FREE, and feed you whenever you are working. What kind of work?

– Servers for Misty’s Café

Fairmont Hot Springs is now accepting applications:

Fairmont Hot Springs is now accepting applications:

FIRST COOKS AND BREAKFAST COOKS

CLEANING CONTRAC T

Positions are opening with start dates commencing immediately. For those interested in seasonal work, we have positions starting in April, May and June until September or October. We have positions open at our various outlets including our Fine Dining Room, Mediterranean Restaurant, Golf Clubhouse Restaurant and Banquets. Cooks will work with a variety of different menus and outlets.

Fairmont Hot Springs Pool Complex is looking for a bonded and reliable night cleaner to keep its pool and change room area cleaned on a daily basis.

Fairmont Hot Springs is a four-season resort with FREE golfing, swimming, skiing and other benefits for our staff. Staff accommodations are available. For more information about the resort, please visit our website at www.fairmonthotsprings.com.

Overview of responsibilities: - Complete cleaning of triplex change rooms & showers - Scrubbing and disinfecting of floors - Draining and cleaning of pools 3 times/week - Nightly cleaning of guest pool, plunge pool, sauna areas and walk tunnel - Periodic cleaning of additional items (detailed cleaning lists will be provided).

This contract can be negotiated as 5 or 7 nights/week.

Cleaning products supplied by Fairmont Hot Springs.

– Certified lifeguards

Interested? Please forward your resume with references to:

– Guest Services at golf course (bag carriers, cart cleaners, busing, dishwashing)

David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004

Dani Tschudin at 250-345-6056 or 688-5600 to set up a viewing time in order to bid on this contract .

IMMERSE yourself

IMMERSE yourself

We aren’t waiting for summer to hire people; you shouldn’t either. Interested? Forward your resume with references to: David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004

IMMERSE yourself fairmonthotsprings.com

fairmonthotsprings.com

fairmonthotsprings.com

Fairmont Hot Springs is now accepting applications:

Fairmont Hot Springs is now accepting applications:

NIGHT AUDITOR – FULL-TIME

LIFEGUARD FULL-TIME Fairmont Hot Springs is now accepting applications:

FINANCIAL ANALYST Fairmont Hot Springs is seeking a Financial Analyst with financial reporting experience to join our team. The successful candidate should have 5+ years experience in a full-cycle accounting position as well as strong analytical skills. Enrolment or completion of an accounting designation would be an asset. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for all aspects of month-end close for multiple companies. Duties include: Balance Sheet account, reconciliation of sub-ledgers to the general ledger, complete financial statement preparation and other ad hoc duties as assigned. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others. Strong systems experience and familiarity with Great Plains accounting software would be ideal. This position requires an ambitious, hardworking team player who enjoys change and can work well in a fast paced environment.

Interested? Forward your resume with references to:

Interested? Please contact:

Job descriptions and wages available upon request.

Apply early for seasonal positions beginning in April.

Aqua fit and swim instructor certifications are preferred.

Fairmont Hot Springs offers great benefits and can accommodate or assist you with housing and meals at the resort. Staff golf free on weekdays at our two golf courses and receive discounts in our spa, restaurants and gift shops. For more information about the resort, please visit our website at www.fairmonthotsprings. com.

The successful candidate will possess customer service experience, excellent communication skills and strong organizational and computer skills. All applicants must have basic bookkeeping experience. This position requires night shifts.

Fairmont Hot Springs offers a competitive salary and benefit package with access to all resort amenities.

Interested? Please forward your resume with references to the attention of: David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004

Interested? Please forward your resume with references to: Dani Tschudin at 250-345-6056 or 688-5600 .

IMMERSE yourself

IMMERSE yourself

fairmonthotsprings.com

fairmonthotsprings.com

David Sheedy: hr@fhsr.com or call 250.345.6004

IMMERSE yourself fairmonthotsprings.com

PIONEER CLASSIFIEDS Call: 341-6299

they work

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February 29, 2008 Continued fom Page 5 . . .

We Work At Play!

Voted “Best Conditioned Course in BC” in 2005, Eagle Ranch Golf Course is an 18-hole championship golf course located in picturesque Invermere, British Columbia. Last season Eagle Ranch proudly unveiled a magnificent clubhouse complete with an expanded Golf Shop, full service dining room, meeting room and lounge.

At Eagle Ranch, our approach to golf operations is simple – we strive to provide the ultimate guest experience - which means hiring and retaining employees who strive for excellence in all that they do. We are looking for team players with a ‘can do’ attitude to contribute positively to our continued growth. Our ideal candidates will possess characteristics that reflect our corporate values of caring, integrity, excellence, team spirit and financial responsibility.

Positions for 2008 Golf Season Eagle Ranch Golf Course is looking to hire individuals in the following departments for the duration of the golf season (April 3 – Oct 13) and beyond:

• • • •

Turf Maintenance Ambassadors Beverage Cart Servers Customer Care

• • • •

Golf Shop Kitchen – Line Cooks and Prep Cooks Restaurant Hostess Restaurant Servers

We offer competitive wages, a complete staff uniform and golf privileges at one of the most beautiful golf courses in the country! Full-time and part-time positions available.

Resumes may be sent confidentially to:

Ktunaxa Director of Traditional Knowledge and Language Don Maki said the Ktunaxa are constructing a network of 14 wireless towers that will span the valley from Cranbrook to Golden and were forced to submit a proposal to claim a stake in the network in case the regional district chose to ignore the cease and desist letter.

Mr. Maki said the Nation Network has replaced CMON with an Ontario company as their network operator.

Access to the wireless network will be made available to the public on a subscription basis once the network is up and running. All of the parties lament the departure from the spirit of cooperation and openness that gave birth to the network and hope for a speedy resolution. “The original idea was that we’d all work together,” Mr. Halwa said.

Mr. Maki agreed. “There is a lot of telecommunications activity in the East Kootenay,” he said. “We just hope all

the players come on board and can play in the same sandbox together.”

Director Rose said she would like to delay any decision on the matter for another month in hopes that a new proposal for use of the network with come forth. By then, she said, six months will have expired since the last referendum on the topic and it can legally be considered for referendum again.

“By going ahead and agreeing to this, I don’t think we were doing the due diligence this public asset required.”

A resolution in the dispute between the Ktunaxa and CMON is expected within a week in order to avoid litigation. The contract with Nanofibre Networks will be reconsidered at the March 7th meeting of the regional district board of directors.

Although Lillian Rose won the vote to block the contract with Nanofibre, Invermere has since signed on as a partner in the backbone, adding two more votes to the mix that could tip the balance in the other direction.

Eagle Ranch Golf Course RR #3, M-2, C-11 Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 Email: careers@eagleranchresort.com Fax: 1-250-342-2563

THE TRUTH ABOUT LIFE’S GREAT QUESTIONS IS NOW RESTORED

Nesika Awards Nominate the person, organization or community whose exceptional work is bringing B.C.’s diverse cultures together.

Do you want to know what your mormon neighbours believe?

THE CHURCH OF

JESUS CHRIST OF LATTERDAY SAINTS

mormon.org or call (250) 345-0079

This year, British Columbia marks 150 years of cultural diversity, community strength and widespread achievement since the founding of the colony in 1858. To celebrate, the Province and B.C.’s Multicultural Advisory Council have created a new award to recognize outstanding contributions to cultural diversity. Winners will receive $5,000 to recognize and support their achievements.

For nomination forms, visit: www.WelcomeBC.ca

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February 29, 2008

Valley Churches

FAITH

Let us learn from the past

By Fraser Coltman St. Peter’s Lutheran Mission of Invermere In these days of rapid change, traditions seem to be a thing of the past.

“That was then, this is now,” is a phrase that captures our present optimism about today and tomorrow and our disinterest in yesterday. We feel too busy or too “evolved” to be bothered remembering and participating in activities that connect us with our forefathers and their beliefs and experiences.

I believe that our present focus on today and tomorrow at the expense of yesterday is evidence of arrogance on our part. There are some proud and foolish assumptions that lie behind the phrase, “That was then, this is now.” How do we justify simply brushing away the learned experience of generations of people who lived before us? Have we really developed so far as humans that we can afford to ignore the lessons of the past? The threat of global warming, the ongoing wars and conflicts throughout the world, and the suffering brought by persistent poverty and disease are all evidence that we don’t have life as under control as we might imagine. Maybe we need to give ourselves time to think and to remember.

Many Christians have a tradition that allows them to do this very thing at least once a year. It is called Lent. Lent is a Christian worship tradition whose roots reach back to the first centuries of the church’s history.

It began as a period of study and prayerful prepara-

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tion for adults who were drawn to Christian faith and wanted to be baptized. Later it took on significance for all Christians as a time for prayerful rededication of one’s life to Christ. Lent eventually developed into a forty-day period from Ash Wednesday (the seventh Wednesday before Easter) to the Thursday before Easter (called Holy or Maundy Thursday). The forty-day period harkens back to the period of time that Jesus spent in the wilderness of Judea after His baptism.

Lent has two foci. The first is Jesus who in the last months of His ministry prepared Himself and His followers for His arrest, trial and crucifixion. His death, so misunderstood by his own disciples and by many people today, was not a tragic martyrdom but God’s loving plan for the salvation of all people. The second focus of Lent is upon us: those for whom Jesus died.

Christ died for the sins of the whole world, for yours and mine. That sacrifice impacts us in two ways. It calls upon us first to realize that we stand guilty before God. It calls upon us to repent, or turn from making excuses for ourselves and to confess our sins to God. It also holds out to us the promise of forgiveness. God so loved the world that He gave His only Son. Jesus died willingly for us because He loves us and all people.

Through faith in Jesus we are free from guilt to live our lives in the joy of knowing God and His love for us.

One tradition connected with Lent is that of selfdenial: giving up something for Lent. May I propose an alternative for you today? Set aside time each Sunday from now until Easter to attend the worship services of a nearby church. Come to hear the story of Jesus; it’s a story that includes you. Come to reflect on your life; perhaps God has some changes in mind for you. Even traditions can lead to change.

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