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October 22, 2010 Vol. 7/Issue 43

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The white Ford F-150 was traveling southbound on Highway 93/95 at around 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning, when it arrived at the right-hand turn into Invermere. Failing to complete the turn, the truck ran headlong into the Invermere sign, cracking one of the supporting pillars.

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Valley NEWS

Fight to save local job centre

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Valley residents are being encouraged by the firm running Invermere’s employment centre to fight to keep the centre open.

The Columbia Valley Employment Centre, which helps around 50 jobseekers a month, could soon be closing if new province-wide changes to employment services go ahead.

The proposed changes from the Ministry of Housing and Social Development would see around 300 employment centres across B.C. shut down or dramatically downsized.

Jobseekers will then have to chose to travel to receive the same services, use job centre resources via telephone and the internet, or go without.

If the centre is closed valley residents needing career help — including job seeking assistance, career counselling and free access to job postings, computers and phones — would have to travel to Cranbrook.

“The government are expecting people to travel from Invermere to Cranbrook, which is just unrealistic,” said Barbara O’Neil, one of the Managing Partners of Steele O’Neil and Associates Inc., which runs employment centres in Invermere, Kimberley, Port Alberni, Ucluelet, Tofino and Cranbrook.

“My understanding is there will be itinerant services, but those don’t reach out on a day-to-day basis and offer specific support to the people who need it.”

If the Business Transformation Project for Employment Services goes ahead, Steele O’Neil’s employment centres in Kimberley, Port Alberni and Ucluelet will also be shut down.

On May 11th the new model for employment services was released. There is now a consultation period with the firms presently providing job-seeking services, and a request for proposals on how these services should be offered in the future.

As this consultation period will end in March 2011, there is still an opportunity for communities to

give their feedback before changes come into effect.

After March, companies can start bidding on employment centre contracts, which may be awarded by December 2011, with the new model likely to take effect from April 1st, 2012.

“After conducting province-wide consultations ... it was learned that the current model is inefficient, cumbersome and does not serve clients very well,” explained a spokesperson from the Ministry of Housing and Social Development. “Through this new model, more clients will have access to more services than currently exist in many small communities.”

The District of Invermere discussed the proposed changes at the regular council meeting on Tuesday, October 12th, after receiving a letter from Steele O’Neil expressing their concerns.

The letter highlights some of the major issues that will arise from the new model, including loss of services for rural communities, which will then be supported only by itinerant or satellite offices.

Steele O’Neil — who will not be bidding on the new contract for 2012 for East Kootenay — also say that employment centres contracts will be less appealing as financial risks and obligations will be higher.

“This is really bad news to hear the office in Invermere may close,” commented Invermere’s Mayor, Gerry Taft. “When you look at the job climate and the number of people involved in the programs at the centre — this is when people really need those services.”

Council made the decision to send a letter to the provincial government expressing the concerns over the loss of the Invermere centre.

Mayor Taft also plans to visit the centre and speak with staff to better understand the range of services they provide and the potential options for future provision of employment services.

“Every community should take the chance to fight this,” said Ms. O’Neil. “Creston was originally going to lose their centre — they lobbied, the community jumped on it right away and were able to reverse the decision. We are encouraging others to do the same.”

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RCMP Report Submitted by Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac Columbia Valley RCMP • On October 14th, a vehicle was pulled over and checked and the female driver found to have been drinking. She was breathalyzed and the warning light came on, indicating her blood level was over 50 micrograms. Under the new provincial impaired legislation, the driver was given a three-day driver’s licence prohibition and her vehicle was impounded for three days. At this time the driver advised the officer that she would make his life miserable for the rest of his time at the detachment. Booze talk at 50 mg — can only imagine what it would be like at 80 mg and above. Anyway, the officer in question is married, but give it your best shot!

• On October 15th, in the early morning hours, police and ambulance responded to the Hillcrest apartments and found a woman conscious but highly impaired from drugs or alcohol. She cooperated and was taken to the hospital to be checked out.

• On October 19th, Columbia Valley RCMP were contacted regarding a man who was dropped off in the back country and had not returned. The 37-year-old from Edmonton was dropped off in the Mitchell River area, off Settlers Road, approximately 47-kilometres from Invermere, on Tuesday, October 12th. He had arranged to be picked up from there on Sunday. When he failed to return he was reported missing to the police on Sunday night.

Invermere Search and Rescue were contacted and while searching for the man, discovered his sleeping bag. No other equipment was located. Police were aid-

ed by a police service dog out of Cranbrook.

On Tuesday, October 20th, additional Search and Rescue from Kimberley and the RCMP helicopter arrived to continue the search. At approximately 10 a.m., Search and Rescue came upon the man, who was unhurt. He explained that he had been unable to get back on time for his pick up.

The Detachment would like to thank both Invermere and Kimberley Search and Rescue for their assistance in resolving this matter.

Drug and Alcohol Awareness discussion: College of the Rockies 7 p.m., October 26th.

What’s new? What are the peer pressures your children face? Come out and listen to a friend from Golden who will share their daughter’s involvement with drug addiction that resulted in her death. What did they learn from this devastating result? What is the message they want to pass on to other parents?

What are some of the signs to look for? What can you learn to help yourself and at the same time help your child? What is the drug and alcohol scene in the Columbia Valley and what are the police doing about it?

Also, what is your input and what advice do you want to pass on to the police? I will be there along with Donna Gylander to share some valuable information.

I encourage members of all the PAC of the elementary schools to listen to the presentation and invite us to attend your school. Our goal is to reach out to parents — the younger your kids are the better. Get a head start because soon comes that magical teenage year when they know it all and it’s too late.

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October 22, 2010

Dropping school enrolment affecting jobs for teachers

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff School enrolment figures are down for the current school year, according to figures released by the Rocky Mountain School District this week. This continues the decade-long trend of declining numbers at local schools.

With a drop of 50 stuPaul Carriere dents from the last school year, School District #6 is down to 3,245 pupils spread across its 18 elementary, secondary and high schools.

The district, which stretches along the Columbia Valley from Golden to Kimberley, has suffered from a steady decline in students for more than a decade.

The last five years alone have seen a slump of nearly 350 students, with around 10 percent fewer pupils studying at Rocky Mountain District schools now than in 2005.

“We are continuing to graduate more students than are coming into kindergarten,” explained Paul Carriere, the Superintendent of School District #6.

“Until those numbers even out we will keep seeing a decline in enrolment figures.”

The Windermere zone, which stretches from Martin Morigeau school in Canal Flats to Edgewater Elementary, is down 17 pupils from the 2009/10 year.

However a gradual slowing in the trend of reducing pupil numbers is starting to be seen, the school district said.

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“It has become a lot more difficult even since I graduated in 2007,” said Katie Caldwell, a teacher who has been finding work as a substitute and covering maternity leave in the Windermere school zone.

“There are fewer full-time continuous contracts, fewer substitute jobs and it seems as though more teachers are entering the valley as well.”

New teachers coming into the local school system usually begin by signing on to the substitute teacher roster. They then fill in while permanent teaching staff are on vacation or sick leave.

The hope is that this will eventually lead to a longer-term or permanent job offer at the school where they have been working, although this is not guaranteed and they may continue as a substitute teacher for a number of years.

But even the availability of substitute jobs seems to be dropping, according to Ms. Caldwell, who reports her full timetable of substitute teaching upon graduating has dwindled in recent years.

“I came straight back to the valley in 2007 looking forward to teaching and started as a sub,” said Ms. Caldwell, who spent two years training as a teacher after completing her four-year undergraduate degree.

“I have been lucky to get two maternity cover contracts, but because of dropping enrolment, schools aren’t keen to hire permanent staff.”

But there is some hope for the dozens on the substitute list in the valley. Next year the school district will be introducing full-day kindergarten classes in the Windermere zone. This, along with increasing numbers of children arriving from overseas to study in the valley, may help to create a small number of local teaching jobs for the 2010/11 school year.

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October 22, 2010

perspective

A happy anniversary!

Pioneer nurse

From the collection of Jean Cartwright, this image of nurse Mary McLean, her sister-in-law, was probably taken in 1936 at her graduation from St. Joseph’s in Victoria.

Nurse McLean served on the staff of the Lady Elizabeth Bruce Memorial Hospital in Invermere (now Pynelogs Cultural Centre) from 1937-1942.

If you have any more information about this or any other Historical Lens photographs, please e-mail us at news@cv-pioneer.com or phone 250341-6299.

By Brian Geis Pioneer Staff By the time you read this, I will be back home in Indiana. The entire family is converging from near and far for my parents’ Golden Jubilee. It will be the first time we’ve all been together in as long as I can remember.

My parents, James (Jay) and Janet Geis, got married this month in 1960. He was the son of small-town merchants with a university degree in accounting. She was a farmer’s daughter who worked at his parents’ hardware store.

Legend has it they went to see Hitchcock’s North By Northwest on their first date. They married in the church and started having kids at a furious pace. There were six by the time they put a man on the moon. I arrived in the middle.

A big achievement deserves a big celebration and my sisters, who have planned the event, promise we won’t be disappointed.

Mom and dad will renew their vows at a special mass at St. Michael Catholic Church in Brookville. At that time, my younger sister, Angela, and her partner, Rob, will also exchange vows, a second marriage for each of them.

Afterward, there will be a reception at the Knights of Columbus Hall, a catered affair with a hired photographer and live entertainment. My mom said, they hired a band “with a singer and a horn section!”

I can’t wait. Happy anniversary, mom and dad, we wish you all the best and many more to come.

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Debbie Fenton saves skunk

Photo (C792) courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Dear Editor: On our morning walk, early Wednesday at 5:45 a.m., my daughter-in-law and I witnessed Debbie Fenton save a poor skunk who had a plastic cup stuck on his face. The harder he tried to get it off the harder he pushed it on. Brave Debbie spoke to the little guy in a calm voice, squatted down as he came to her for help. She got a firm grip on the cup and pulled hard and fast. The skunk went one way and she went the other. It was almost as though he knew she would help him. I know, it’s just another skunk, but he was in trouble because of “our garbage” and Debbie was very compassionate and brave.

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October 22, 2010

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Thanks to the Oilmen Dear Editor: This weekend, while having a wonderful Thanksgiving camping trip to the Columbia Valley, I was absolutely thrilled to read a special story in both the local papers about the Windermere Oilmen and the Verge for Youth organization.

What struck me so much is the generosity of both groups. They say charity starts at home. For the 32 members of the Windermere Oilmen, a gift of $82,000 to support the Verge for Youth organization in Invermere, shows that when these neighbours come from Alberta to enjoy the valley, they do not forget those who need help.

I certainly took a lot longer to sip my coffee while reading the amazing story of what the Oilmen’s gift brought to Verge for Youth who are dedicated

to helping local youth and their families. Last summer, the Windermere Oilmen also made a significant impact on our fundraising efforts (a gift of over $10,000) for the Invermere Hospital’s emergency department.

Kudos to the Oilmen for your outstanding contributions to many organizations in your home-away-from-home and for making such a defining and positive impact on Verge for Youth. It is an absolute honour to have you in the Columbia Valley.

To Floyd Verge and your hardworking team, the gift is well-deserved.

I wish you much success in the future.

To the media, thank you for sharing such a “Thanksgiving” story.

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Old Coach Trail was fine Dear Editor: I looked at the picture in the last edition of the opening of the Old Coach Trail with mixed emotions. Like others, I enjoy biking on the greenways in cities. In Kelowna, there is a good one going the length of town. For years, before the Greenways project was conceived for Dry Gulch, I biked and hiked in the area between the Rez and Radium.

Over the years, I encountered many other users. I never encountered anyone who was rude or misused the trail.

There were hunters, dirt bikers, people on quads, mountain bikers, hikers and unleashed dog walkers — all got along.

Occasionally a kid on a dirt bike would be going too fast, but a “slow down” gesture was all that was needed.

When the greenways people came to our neighborhood to have a meeting, I recall all of the residents here had one main question: “What’s wrong with the

way it is now?”

Since the greenways was established, most people who used it before have been excluded. Ditches were dug and narrow entryways make it impossible to get a bike through.

I still use it and enjoy biking the Old Coach Trail, but it is very rare to see another person. It is ironic I have never seen one of the people in the picture actually using the trail. I applaud the new paved trails in Invermere. There are no excluding entrances and I think they enhance the experience of those who previously used them. Another irony is the ever-growing deer problem in Invermere. In years past, before hunting was banned on this piece of crown land, many of those now domesticated deer were stopped dead in their tracks out here at Dry Gulch. Happy Trails.

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My company, HR Pacific, is a builder of resort homes at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. I am taking the time to write to reiterate how important projects like Jumbo Glacier Resort and Kicking Horse Resort are to the local and provincial economy.

My company was building residential homes and commercial projects in the Vancouver area until approximately six years ago, when I saw the opportunity to move to Golden and build resort homes.

The company has grown from four employees to now having over 17 full-time employees. Of the 17, six were employed 10 years ago in the forestry industry and had to find other work. They are now working full-time for my company. If this line of work was not available, they would have had to move out of the area.

The wages that I am paying are allowing my employees to purchase homes and buy vehicles. There

is a baby boom in our town and most of the babies are born to parents who are working in the construction industry. I would say that without the resort in our town, we would be hearing about another case of schools closing.

I know that there is opposition to what we do and I say it is good to have us as builders and developers held accountable, but we have to have progress. I would also say that the groups that are saying negative things about the progress that is being proposed have never had to keep payroll or pay the amount of taxes my company pays.

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Please sign Wilmer petition Dear Editor: The Wilmer Community Club is hoping that a majority of Wilmer residents agree to sign the petition for services that was mailed recently.

If agreed upon, the petition will provide a means for the Club to cover operating costs for the hall, rink, and park. This will allow for our fundraising efforts to go towards further upgrades of the park and hall.

We have had numerous complaints on the improvements to date and have had generous grants that have allowed us to progress this far. There have also

been many offers to help with rink and hall improvements and event planning. The growth in community spirit is very heartwarming.

If the petition is not passed, the Wilmer Community Club will dissolve and the land will pass back to the Crown. This could potentially mean a number of things. Examples being: the land could be sold, the hall torn down, and the landowners being taxed to maintain the park. The decision is yours, please choose your community.

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October 22, 2010

Edgewater considers community hub

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Peaceful, beautiful and friendly are the three top words to describe Edgewater, according to the preliminary results of a community survey, which were announced at a Regional District meeting on Wednesday, October 13th.

The Edgewater Community Vision and Economic Revitalization Survey gave residents of the hamlet the chance to highlight the good points and missed opportunities within their community.

Put together with the aim of giving a boost to Edgewater’s economy, the survey covered nine questions around the topic of creating a central community hub on the current post office site.

“The survey is only the first part of the study,” said Area G Director and Edgewater resident, Gerry Wilkie.

“Next we will write a report on the feasibility of redoing the post office building and how to achieve it. It has to be financially prudent in order for us to proceed.”

The idea of upgrading the centre of Edgewater was introduced by the Regional District of East Kootenay in May, when they proposed redeveloping parts of the main street, Selkirk Avenue.

Their ideas include improving existing commercial buildings and constructing a new post office building, with rentable office and store spaces.

Through the survey, a meeting with community shareholders, and a public meeting held in June, the Regional

District encouraged feedback from residents on their proposals and allowed them to submit their own ideas.

“The thing which came up most on the survey was the idea of a café,” said Mike Stolte, Executive Director of the Centre for Innovative and Entrepreneurial Leadership, who conducted the survey.

“People are really longing for a meeting spot, but we haven’t yet determined whether it’s feasible. This is something which the community doesn’t want to pay for out of the taxpayer fund, it has to pay its own way.”

Another area for improvement, according to residents, is beautification of the centre of Edgewater, with multiple suggestions to improve streets and sidewalks, add trees and shrubs and to conduct a general community clean-up.

Action teams were set up at last week’s meeting to make a start on developing the three most popular suggestions, including beautification, creating a central meeting spot and making better use of Edgewater’s natural assets: the river access and surrounding trails.

The next step for the Regional District and Mr. Stolte is to produce a report on the feasibility of the community hub, its uses and the potential funding for the project.

“A real positive of the survey is to see the appreciation that residents have for this community,” Director Wilkie added. “There were a lot more positive comments than there was grumbling about things like bumpy roads.”

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Pumpkin carving contest Sharpen your carving knives: The Pioneer is holding its first ever Halloween pumpkin carving contest.

Summon all of your ghoulish creativity, carve it into a pumpkin, and tote it down to The Pioneer office so we can take a photo of you with your creation.

The contest is open to all ages, and the most spooktacular pumpkin will receive a Halloween-themed gift basket from It’s a Wrap!

Please bring your pumpkin to our offices (#8, 1008 - 8th Avenue, Invermere) by 5 p.m., Friday, October 29th to qualify. Carve away!

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October 22, 2010

High response rate to Radium survey which was developed six years ago using questionnaires and roundtable discussions. This most recent survey — more widely distributed than before and the first in Radium to be available online — will be used Ask, and the people to update the current Official Community Plan and shall tell. direct a cohesive plan for the Village to move forward.

The Village of RadiThe survey results seem consistent with the makeum Hot Springs recently up of Radium’s population, which is 51 percent partconducted an official time residents, said councillor and OCP Steering community survey, and Committee Chair Clara Reinhardt. Some of the anreceived a response rate swers echoed a conflict of ideals between remaining a higher than that of the quiet, small community and attracting more services last municipal election. like shopping and medical facilities.

Of the full-time “The responses we got really reflected our comand part-time populamunity ... people don’t want to loose our charm and tion, 374 surveys were completed, making the Councillor Clara Reinhardt small village feel, but recognize that in order to survive, there has to be a bit more of a balance,” Ms. response rate 31 percent.

Reinhardt added.

“We were absolutely One of the hottest issues emerging from the surthrilled to have close to 400 responses,” said Radium’s vey is a lack of local employment. By a three to one Mayor, Dee Conklin.

One possible reason for the high response rate: a margin over the next important issue, the need for indraw prize incentive of $1,000 off municipal taxes for creased and more diverse employment opportunities is viewed as the most significant issue in Radium. one lucky survey participant.

Closely related to the cry for employment opporRadium already has an Official Community Plan,

By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff

tunities is the desire for more affordable housing for local workers. Housing prices in Radium are largely driven by the demand for part-time vacation homes, which isn’t necessarily conducive for sustaining a local workforce.

Sixty-two percent of survey respondents believe Radium needs to attract more families, and are willing to support options such as offering incentives to attract a private school should the return of a public one be unrealistic.

Radium residents also revealed their green thinking when 90 percent agreed the concept of sustainable development should be included in Radium’s future planning. High on the list of priorities are recycling, water conservation, and wetlands protection.

Public meetings will now be held to discuss specific topics, and the council and staff will develop a community plan with the resulting information. The plan will hopefully become a bylaw by September 2011, Councillor Reinhardt said.

“I would like to thank all the residents who took the time to participate,”she added. “The survey truly validated a lot of what we were already hearing. This gives us the base now to move forward.”

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What’s Happening in the Columbia Valley

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

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HISTORIC KNIFE

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Songs Along the River-trail

Playwright-actress Sharon Wass and co-writer Al Cluck will play explorer David Thompson and Charlotte Small Thompson in a performance at the Edgewater Hall on November 2nd. See Page 16 for more.

Photo by David Wass

Cinefest @ Pynelogs The Independent Film Series is back for the season.

What does ART mean to you? Tuesday November 9th · Doors open at 6 – Film at 7 pm Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.

Out & About Your Weekly Guide to What’s Happening Around the Columbia Valley Page 13

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October 22, 2010

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

Movie Review: Predators

Opening your eyes to find you’re free-falling through the atmosphere would be a shock for anyone; so no wonder tempers are frayed when a band of killers, convicts and mercenaries come crashing down in the middle of a jungle, with no recollection of how they got there.

After 23 years and three attempts, this is the setup for the first sequel that feels worthy of bearing the Predator name. After the dismal Predator 2 and the entertaining but absurd Alien vs. Predator film duo, Predators goes back to its roots; sweaty jungles, suspenseful stalking and gore.

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The cast is led by Adrien Brody as Royce, the exmilitary turned mercenary, alongside Danny Trejo, Topher Grace, and Alice Braga. Guest stars include, Laurence Fishburne and Walton Goggins.

What the film lacks in imagination it makes up for in execution — literal and figurative. The trademark touches are there; the heat vision, invisiblity cloaks and spine-tearing trophies.

This old-school-styled action flick doesn’t skimp on characterization either, with most establishing some kind of screen presence and enjoying a quip or

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two before being torn limb from limb. However it is Laurence Fishburne’s turn as a crazy survivor, stuck in the jungle for years, which really steals the show.

The cinematography by Gyula Pados helps set an oppressive atmosphere, with wide shots of vast, inhospitable jungle and tiny silhouetted characters picking their way through.

This eventual realization of producer Robert Rodriguez’ 15-year-old script will keep you munching popcorn from beginning to end, provided you have a reasonably strong stomach.

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Music • visual arts • dining • Bar Scene • entertainment • performance ARTS Monday, October 25th:

Out & About

• 5:30 p.m.: Flow-yoga sessions at Columbia Ridge Recreation Centre. $10 drop-in fee. Sessions will run each Monday starting now and ending December 15th, 2010. Participants must bring own sticky mat.

For info: pamelajoy@bell.blackberry.net.

Please call 250-341-6299 or e-mail us at info@cv-pioneer.com to enter your event in our FREE listings.

Tuesday, October 26th:

Submissions must be received by the Monday prior to publication.

We may only run an entry for two weeks prior to the event. Please limit your submission to 30 words. Priority is given to one-off events, so weekly events may run rarely.

Toby Theatre • October 22nd - 23rd, 7:30 p.m.: Despicable Me. • October 26th - 29th, 7:30 p.m.: Eat Pray Love.

Closed October 30th until after Christmas.

Friday, October 22nd: • A la carte evening with Alex Fong, watercolour artist from the Artym Gallery at Eagle Ranch Restaurant.

An exhibition and painting demonstration. For dinner reservations please call Eagle Ranch: 250342-6560 or 1-877-877-3889.

• 6:30 p.m.: Fall Supper at Invermere Community Hall. Sponsored by Canadian Martyrs Church.

Adults $15, Children under 12 $6, Children under four are free. Tickets available at Columbia Valley Trading, Fairmont Goldsmiths and churches.

Saturday, October 23rd: • Solo Exhibition by watercolour artist Alex Fong at Artym Gallery. Continues until October 31st. For info: www.artymgallery.com or 250-342-7566.

• 7 p.m.: Help Catch a Falling Star, a benefit event for Marianne Hollingsworth at the Invermere Community Hall. Light meal with entertainment and dance. Tickets are $25 at 1 Hour Photo, Tiffany’s Threds and Kicking Horse Coffee.

Sunday, October 24th: • 7:00 p.m.: Ghost Tours start at Fort Steele. Join in for a lantern lit walk through the darker side of Fort Steele. Runs October 24th - 31st. Ages 12 and up.

Ghosts welcome. For info: 250-417-6000.

• 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Flu Clinic at Invermere Community Hall. For info: 250-342-2360 or www. interiorhealth.ca.

• 7:30 p.m.: Columbia Valley Rockies versus Fernie Ghostriders at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

For info: www.rockieshockey.com.

Wednesday, October 27th: • 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.: The Economics of Private Land Conservation workshop at Cranbrook College of The Rockies. Register today: 250-489-8242 or cranbrookCE@cotr.bc.ca.

• 8 p.m.: Flow-yoga sessions at Canal Flats Civic Centre. $10 drop-in fee. Sessions will run each Wednesday starting now and ending December 15th, 2010. Participants must bring own sticky mat.

For info: pamelajoy@bell.blackberry.net.

Thursday, October 28th: • 7 p.m.: You, Me and the SPP, a Canadian film subtitled Trading Democracy for Corporate Rule at David Thompson Secondary School Theatre.

Admission by donation. Presented by Council of Canadians in cooperation with the College of the Rockies. For info: 250-342-7252.

• 7 p.m.: Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club Open House and Registration at Columbia Cycle Sports.

Waxing demos, ski videos, ski talk and refreshments.

Everyone welcome. For info: www.tobycreeknordic. ca.

Friday, October 29th: • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.: Halloween Book-tacular for children, grades 1-5, at the Invermere Public Library.

Spooky games, stories, and crafts. Come dressed in your Halloween costumes. Free event, but please call to register: 250-342-6416. Space is limited.

• 7 p.m.: Halloween Family Dance at the Canal Flats Civic Centre. $2 per person, parents must attend

with kids. Everyone in costume receives a small gift.

Bring your carved pumpkin with your name and win a cash prize. Volunteers, please call: 250-3495447 or 250-349-5789.

Saturday, October 30th: • 5:30 p.m.: Murder Mystery Dinner at Radium Resort. $40 + tax per adult. For tickets: 250-3479311.

• 7:30 p.m.: Edgewater Fire Department’s Halloween Ball at the Edgewater Community Hall. Prizes for best costumes, door prizes and games. $10 per person. For info call: Elke Bennett 250-347-9554.

Sunday, October 31st: • Beware! Ghosts, ghouls and goblins are out in force in our neighbourhoods. Plenty of Halloween sweets should satisfy their hunger.

• 6:00 p.m.: Halloween Night at the Canal Flats Civic Centre sponsored by Canal Flats Family Pantry and Canal Flats Civic Centre. Free Hot Dogs and Hot Chocolate.

Monday, November 1st: • 7 p.m.: Halloween Bingo at the Canal Flats Civic Centre. Prizes for costumes. Free coffee and bake table. Bring food bank items and get free cards. All proceeds go to the Food Bank.

• 1 - 7 p.m.: Ecosystem Restoration Open House hosted by Rocky Mountain Trench Natural Resources Society at Lions Hall, Invermere Crossroads on Hwy 93/95. For info call: Dean Draper 250-426-1752 or Randy Harris 250-420-2176.

• Wednesday, November 3rd: • 6-8 p.m.: Scrabble Night at Invermere Public Library. For info: 250-342-6416.

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October 22, 2010

Cleland knife carves a path through valley history with cake tradition

By Kelsey Verboom Pioneer Staff One ivory-handled knife has sliced through the frosted wedding cakes of nearly two hundred valley couples, connecting newlyweds in a quietly known local tradition that has taken place since 1939.

The knife’s long, slender blade is held in place with a creamy ivory handle bordered with delicately patterned silver. The blade is engraved with the words: E.M. Dickenson. Sheffield. The Invicta, England, with the tailing letters slightly worn from repeated use.

Known simply as The Cleland Knife, the ornate utensil travels by request to weddings up and down the valley on loan from the Cleland family — one of the pioneering families of our area.

Ethel Cleland, who moved to Invermere in 1910 with her husband Howard, was the original owner of the knife. She used it to cut family birthday cakes, recalled her daughter, Audrey Osterloh, 89, who is now the keeper of the blade.

“We were a pretty small village way back when.

Everybody knew everybody,” Audrey said. “My mother was always really excited about being able to lend her knife.

“It was mostly in the family to start with, but then it caught on and others wanted it too.”

When Ethel began lending out the knife, she meticulously recorded in a small notebook who used it and for what purpose.

The notebook was typed into a formal logbook several years ago, and now the book travels with the knife to record the latest user.

The first entry in the powder blue book belongs to the wedding of Barbara Bartman and Buster Underwood in 1939. Four entries later in 1943, Audrey’s own nuptials to Charles Osterloh are recorded, followed by the weddings of Audrey’s two sisters, Marion and Alison, and their brother Gordon. Audrey’s own children, Gordon and Jaryl, also used the knife in 1968 and 1970.

Other lines in the book belong to a collection

of well-known valley names like Goodwin, Weir, Sholinder, Coy, Steedman, Thouret, Godlien, Ashworth, and Hoglund, among many. The knife has mainly been used to cut wedding cakes, but has also traveled to birthdays and anniversaries.

Once, when the knife was borrowed by the late Gilbert Cartwright for one of his children’s weddings, it came back in a custom carrying case he built for it.

The knife still travels in the wooden case, which has velvet-lined cutout the exact shape of the knife.

Other times, the utensil was returned with a sweet treat, Audrey said. “Very often when a couple would borrow the knife and they would return it, they would bring my mother a piece of their wedding cake.”

Although the knife hasn’t recently been used as often as it used to be, valley couples are still requesting to slice their wedding cake with its historic blade.

On October 10th, two local women with a family connection to the knife used it at their own weddings.

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. . . Continued from last page Holly Kohorst, whose parents Helen and Jerry cut their cake with the knife in 1978, married Ed Jones in a ceremony at the museum, and in keeping with the historical theme, made sure the knife played a role in their ceremony.

As soon as Holly and Ed cut their cake, the Cleland knife was quickly ushered to the wedding of Stephanie Mitchell and Jason Botterill, who wed on the same day.

Stephanie’s father Ken is Audrey’s nephew, and he used the family treasure at his own wedding to his wife Janice in 1990, years after Ken’s parents used it.

When Stephanie held its ivory handle, she became the fourth generation of the family to wield the Cleland Knife on their wedding day.

Stephanie’s mother, Janice, spoke with emotion about her daughter using the unique community heirloom.

“It was exciting for us to see her use the same knife as we did, and also the history behind it. That is what really touched me — that so many people have used that knife.

It is very, very special, I don’t know how to explain it. The history in holding it in its long wooden case in all its grandeur, and the excitement of opening it up, it was all so wonderful.”

Stephanie and Jason’s wedding marked the 183rd entry in the logbook of the long-standing tradition.

Audrey is currently the keeper of the knife, lending it out when friends, family, and valley residents ask. She will continue the tradition until she is no longer able, upon which time it will be passed to another member of the family.

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CUTTING EDGE — Pictured, top: The traditional Cleland Knife with the wooden carrying case and logbook that accompany it to countless valley weddings. Bottom: Stephanie Mitchell, the fourth generation to use the legendary knife on her big day, cuts her wedding cake with her new husband, Jason Botterill.

Top photo by Kelsey Verboom, bottom by Sandi Jones

q INVERMERE Monday, November 1. 1 pm to 7 pm, Lions Hall, south of the Invermere crossroads on Hwy 93/95 q CRANBROOK Tuesday, November 2. 1 pm to 7 pm, Ponderosa Room, Rocky Mountain Forest District, 1902 Theatre Road q JAFFRAY Wednesday, November 3. 1 pm to 7 pm, Jaffray Community Hall For inquiries about Ecosystem Restoration, contact Dean Draper 250-426-1752 or Randy Harris 250-420-2176. For inquiries about Tembec operations, contact Ken Streloff 250-529-7211 Ext 225 or Brian Dureski 250-426-9215.

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October 22, 2010

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NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE AND DEDICATION Road Exchange Bylaw No. 1422

NOTICE is given of a proposed road closure and dedication exchange between the District of Invermere and Vista Del Lago, Stoneset Equities.

Bylaw No. 1422, 2010 outlines the details of the exchange and is detailed as follows: Explanatory Plan EPP9349 showing road to be closed that was dedicated by Plans 1013 and 2133, and road to be dedicated in Parts of Lot 1, Plan 2133, Lot 2, Plan 11536, that part of District Lot 216 included in Sketch Plan 3252i, Lot A Plan NEP20624, Lot 1, Plan 4379, and lot A, Plan NEP90601, District Lot 216, Kootenay District.

The above synopsis is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as the full text and content of the proposed “Road Exchange Bylaw No. 1422, 2010”. A copy of the proposed bylaw and relevant background documents may be inspected at the District of Invermere Municipal office 914 - 8th Ave., Invermere from October 20, 2010, 2009 to November 12, 2010. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

All persons who believe that their interest in the property is affected by the proposed Road Exchange Bylaw No.1422, 2010 may: • Send written briefs to the District of Invermere via letter or email.

• Fax written briefs to the District of Invermere.

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EXPLORERS — “Songs Along the River-trail” tells the story of David Thompson and Charlotte Small Thompson, who are honoured with a statue in Invermere.

Photo by David Wass

Music, story, and history coming to Edgewater Submitted by Barry Moore Columbia Valley Music presents an evening of story and song at the Edgewater Hall on Tuesday, November 2nd.

Songs Along the River-trail — a two-part blend of story and song by Canadian Folksinger Rodney Brown, noted playwright-actress Sharon Wass, and co-writer Al Cluck — tells the story of Kookoosint (Stargazer) in two firstperson voices. The play portrays the life of David Thompson as told by one of the most colourful local personages, his Métis guide and friend Jacco Findlay, and by the voice his Native wife, Charlotte Small Thompson.

Rather than discussing Thompson’s life just as a fur trader and explorer, Sharon Wass examines his role as a husband and father. Al Cluck tells of the adventures from the viewpoint of the famed mixed-blood fur trapper and trader who works with Thompson. To take you back in time, the stage will be set with backdrops and artifacts hearkening back to the days of the fur trade.

Our travelling guest artist, Rodney Brown, sings of the wonderful Riverlands David Thompson traversed. With a career spanning more than 30 years of songwriting, performing and recording, Rodney Brown was part of the first

wave of Canadian singer-songwriters to emerge in the 70s.

Rodney toured the country from one end to the other, releasing his first album, Freedom in Me, in 1977, and a second one not long after. In 2001, he recorded Into the Woods, an album lauded by critics and concert-goers alike.

When he began researching the stories of his hometown’s namesake, William McGillivray, he was drawn ever deeper into stories of the early days of the fur trade.

This gave rise to the 2004 album, The Big Lonely, which brought him to international recognition after a performance on Stuart McLean’s radio program Vinyl Café.

By 2008 Rodney’s scope had widened even further and he released North Land, a finely crafted collection of songs offering sharp images of the north and its history, with songs written from the perspective of country wives, bands of First Nations, aboriginal prophets, visionary fur traders, and restless explorers.

Performance will be at 7:30 p.m. on November 2nd at the Edgewater Hall.

Tickets at the door will be $15 adults, $12 seniors, $5 students and children free.

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October 22, 2010

Regional District of East Kootenay PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Bylaw Amendments – Columere The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Filmer and Nona Coy to amend the Fairmont Hot Springs Area Ofcial Community Plan and the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendments will change the designations for part of Sublot 1, District Lot 344, Kootenay District, except part included in Plan 4411 to facilitate a two-lot subdivision for rural residential use. The property is located at 4486 Columere Road in the Columere area as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2261 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Fairmont Hot Springs Area Ofcial Community Plan Bylaw No. 1734, 2004 – Amendment Bylaw No. 18, 2010 (Columere / Coy)” will change the designation of the subject property from RES-R, Resort Recreation to R-SF, Residential Low Density.

Bylaw No. 2262 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 253, 2010 (Columere / Coy)” will change the zoning designation from RES-2, Resort Recreation Zone to SH-1, Small Holding Residential Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Birch Room 5225 Fairmont Resort Road Fairmont Hot Springs BC Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 7:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F, Electoral Area G, and the Village of Canal Flats.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK ofce in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown below; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

• Submissions cannot be accepted after the public hearing.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250-489-0314, toll free at 1-888-478-7335, or email jterpsma@rdek.bc.ca.

RECYCLING NEWS

What To Do With Batteries

Electronics Recycling Expands

Paint

For the rst time in the East Kootenay, both your alkaline and rechargeable batteries are recyclable!

The electronics recycling program in BC has expanded to include a wide range of new products.

From AAA to odd size batteries (like the ones in your portable phone), batteries can be recycled in many communities around the region. The drop off location in the Columbia Valley is:

The two E-Waste depots in the East Kootenay are at the Cranbrook and Fernie Bottle Depots.

All paint and aerosol paints in the Columbia Valley should be taken to: Invermere Fire Department - 626 4th Street Hours: Tuesday 7:30pm-9:00pm and Sunday 10:00 am-2:00pm

They accept the following electronics free of charge:

Selkirk TV & Appliance, Invermere

Fluorescent Light Recycling Comes to BC LightRecycle is the new BC uorescent light recycling program. Each recycling location will accept your burnt out compact uorescent and tube uorescent light bulbs, free of charge.

The recycling program is for residentially generated lights only. The commercial/industrial program is expected to begin in 2012.

There are currently two LightRecycle Depots in the East Kootenay: Cranbrook Home Hardware Fernie Home Building Centre

Computers, keyboards, computer mice Monitors Printers TV’s Fax Machines Scanners DVD and VHS players Stereos and MP3 docking stations Radios Discman, Walkman, MP3 players Earphones Microphones Speakers Cable, satellite and PVR boxes Vehicle audio and video systems Encorp has held a one-day E-Waste Round up in the Columbia Valley for the past two years; however plans for 2011 have not yet been announced.

They will not accept paint in jars or other containers. If paint cans are dried out and there is no liquid left, the cans can go in the garbage. For more information visit www. productcare.org The only household hazardous waste depot in the RDEK is the Cranbrook Bottle Depot. They accept household solvents, pesticides, gasoline and other ammable liquids. There are restrictions, so please call ahead.

Ever Wonder What To Do With Medications?

Unused and expired medicines can be returned to pharmacies participating in the Medications Return Program.

Accepted: • All prescription drugs and non-prescription medication • Herbal products • Vitamin and Mineral Supplements • Throat lozenges Not Accepted: • Cosmetics, skin care products • Disinfectants/cleaners • Contact lens disinfectants • Sunscreen/suntan lotion • Mouthwashes and toothpastes For more information visit www.medicationsreturn.ca

Main Office 19 - 24th Ave S. Cranbrook, BC V1C 3H8 Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Fax: 250-489-3498

Email: info@rdek.bc.ca

Website: www.rdek.bc.ca

Columbia Valley Office Box 2319, 4956 Athalmer Road Invermere BC V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-342-0063 Fax: 250-342-0064

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October 22, 2010

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October 22, 2010

New hair salon for Invermere

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff There’s a new hairdressing salon in town, which will offer more affordable haircare to the valley and extended opening hours, said owner James Rankin.

James opened the doors of Hair...A Salon, on Invermere’s 8th Avenue earlier this month. The full-service salon offers a wide range of haircare, from a trim to a full head of colour — and with 35 years in the business, James has seen it all. “Blondes, reds, purples, greens; it’s all possible,� he explained. “I will help create anything, from a cut on the front cover of GQ or Cosmo to the pictures hanging on the back wall of an old-style barber’s shop.�

James has returned to the valley he fell in love with in 2000, when he visited to go camping and hiking.

Three months later he had moved to Invermere and enjoyed settling into the community. After a few years away he is happy to have been asked back to the valley.

A hairdresser for the last 35 years, James began his career in Winnipeg, learning his craft from his first employer, a master barber turned hairdresser.

His training continued in New York, Minneapolis and London, with James taking every opportunity to

practise his skills, even dropping by salons while on vacation to observe or lend a helping hand. “It’s a career that can take you anywhere in the world and I chose Invermere,� he said. “I hope I’ve created a welcoming and comfortable salon for all clients. I’m only going to offer the Eufora and Eufora Hero product lines at this time and hair is all I will be concerning myself with, no tanning or aesthetics.�

One of James’ strengths is listening closely to the needs of his customers, he said, and working with them to create just what they are looking for.

He has built up a loyal base of clients around the area, as well as those who travel far and wide for his affordable cuts and colours. “This is a small town, I believe you have to maintain your small town values,� James explained. “My clients appreciate that they can afford a haircut with me out here. I want to be affordable to seasonal and part-time workers as well as the less fortunate and fixed income valley residents.�

Hair...A Salon is open weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesdays until midday and Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. James is happy to accommodate after-hours appointments. Call 250-342-4050, e-mail hair.asalon@gmail.com or drop by 5-1008 8th Avenue.

SNIP SNIP — James Rankin’s new salon, Hair...A Salon is now open in Invermere.

Photo by Kate Irwin

Your Local

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Professionals

Paul Glassford Strata, Apartment & Commercial Property Management

For professional management of your strata corporation, overseen by a Certiďƒžed Property ManagerÂŽ, with the accounting done by a Certiďƒžed Management Accountant, please contact Bill Weissig

Bernie Raven

MaxWell Realty Invermere 926-7th Avenue, Invermere, BC

www.teamraven.ca

CPMÂŽ, RI, RPA, CPRPM, CLO, SMA, CRES.

Cell: (250) 342-7415 Office: (250) 341-6044 braven@cyberlink.bc.ca

Invermere, Windermere, Panorama, Fairmont and Radium Hot Springs

Our six Strata Managers are licensed under the Real Estate Services Act of B.C. For more information regarding their extensive qualiďƒžcations and experience, please visit our website at www.mountaincreek.ca.

Phone: 250-341-6003

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TO ADVERTISE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL DAVE SUTHERLAND AT 250-341-6299

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October 22, 2010

HERE TO SERVE YOU Renovating?

Interior World

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• LANDSCAPING & DESIGN • Skidsteer Services • Mini Track Hoe

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

250.270.0821

• FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS • SERVICE & MAINTENANCE 385 Laurier Street, Invermere, BC Phone: (250) 342-7100 PO Box 86, Athalmer, BC V0A 1A0 email: info@diamondheatingandspas.com Fax: (250) 342-7103

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Commercial

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• Doors • Bathroom • Windows Renovations • Flooring • Additions w i n d o• wPainting/ f a s h i o n s • Decks Interior/Exterior • Finish Carpentry • Kitchen • Basement Renovations Renovations Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

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window fashions

Call Bill Cropper (250) 342 4406

Lake Auto Services

250-342-9310

• • • •

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Chimney and Eavestrough Cleaning and Repair Specialists Radium Hot Springs Esso

250-347-9726 7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

Call for pre-winter eavestrough, and chimney cleaning Fully Insured & WCB Covered

• Pruning and Removal of All Trees and Shrubs • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured & WCB Covered

Time for Fall Pruning!

OVER

30

YEARS EXPERIENCE

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

The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 21

October 22, 2010

HERE TO SERVE YOU Delicious Sushi

for a Healthy Lifestyle - and always fresh!

• Brown Rice Sushi • Wild Caught Salmon • Naturally Pickled Sushi Ginger

Located in Parkside Place Downtown Invermere

Open Monday - Saturday 10:30 am to 5:00 pm Our freshly made Sushi also available at AG Valley Foods 7 am - 10 pm

Daren Noble LANDSCAPING: • Bobcat Work • Post Holes

HAULING:

• Fill • Sand • Gravel

250.341.5886 • 250.349.5882 Serving The Entire Valley

Dangerous Tree Removal Serving the valley for over 30 years.

Topping and Disposal

Let the professional do it!

Call Rolf

The Radium Woodcarver FREE ESTIMATES

250-347-9208

Your search for quality and dependability ends with us.

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

Dean Hubman

Certified Technician

250-342-3052

Toll Free: 877-342-3052

Invermere, BC V0A 1K3 odysseyrestoration@telus.net

SHOLINDER & MACKAY EXCAVATING Inc.

Septic Systems Installed ~ Pumped ~ Repaired Prefab Cement Tanks Installed Water Lines Dug Installed Basements Dug

WINDERMERE 250-342-6805

“Serving the Columbia Valley”

Industrial ~ Commercial ~ Residential

250-342-1355

After Hours Call: 250-342-3830 Email: tayntonbay@hotmail.com

■ Lockout Service ■ Lake Recovery ■ 24 Hour Towing ■ Prompt Service

Also offering FREE year-round pickup of unwanted vehicles

Warbrick Towing & Salvage warbrick@shaw.ca • Cell: 250-342-5851

Cranbrook Pest Control We use the most successful products available.

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• Garage Doors • Passage Doors • Truck Doors • Sun Rooms • Patio Covers • Vinyl Decking • Aluminum Railings • Gutters • Siding • Soffit • Facia • Window Capping • Renovations

250-342-6700 • universaldoorsandexteriors@shawbiz.ca

Septic Tank Pumping Portable Toilet Rentals

Serving The Valley for over 15 Years

• Drinking Water Systems • Duct Cleaning Service • Water Softeners • Whole House or Specialised Filtration including iron filters that really work!

Call (250) 342-5089 385 Laurier Street Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

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

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

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October 22, 2010

HERE TO SERVE YOU Dunlop Contracting

East Kootenay Electrical Services Licensed Contractor

• Bobcat • Mini Hoe • Dump Truck • Rock Walls • Top Soil • Sand • Gravel

Cell: 250.341.1342 Fax: 250.342.8733 E-mail: ekelectric @telus.net

Bruce Dunlop Cell: (250) 342-1793 Home: (250) 342-9081 E-mail: dunmal@telus.net

Box 75 Athalmer, BC V0A 1A0

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING

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Box 2206 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

Fine Homeservices

VACUUM CENTRE

Sales • Repairs • Warranty Phone: 250-342-9207

Kyle Moll

HTH Contracting Ltd. 250-341-5603

Building

Renovating

Finishing

Framing

Scott Postlethwaite

Residential, Commercial Electric Furnace and Hot Water Tank Repair and Service For All Your Electrical Needs

CVCC Contractor/ Trade Builder of the Year 2008

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1710 10th Avenue – Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

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• Furnaces • Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems Call for your FREE consultation and estimate

Lambert

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INSURANCE AGENCIES LTD.

BOX 2228 BOX 459 742 - 13th STREET 7553 MAIN STREET INVERMERE, BC. RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, BC V0A 1K0 V0A 1M0 PHONE: 342-3031 PHONE: 250-347-9350 FAX: 342-6945 FAX: 250-347-6350 Email: info@invermereinsurance.com • Toll Free: 1-866-342-3031

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Al Tallman

Call Al at

We Do It All!

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7 days a week

GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL

Trevor Hayward (Owner/Operator)

250-342-5800

Hourly or Contract Rates Available

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October 22, 2010

HERE TO SERVE YOU INVERMERE GLASS LTD.

Dared Cash Register Box 80 Edgewater, BC, V0A 1E0

• Cash Registers • Touch Screen Systems • DVR Systems • Restaurant Pagers • Computers

• Shower Doors • Mirrors • Auto • Home • Commercial

Telephone: 250-342-3659

Sales & Service dared99@hotmail.com

(250) 347-9933 Jeff Watson

invermereglass@cyberlink.bc.ca

Serving the Valley since 1995 • #3, 109 Industrial Road #2, Invermere

Interior / Exterior / working locally

LAMBERT-KIPP

P H A R M A C Y LT D .

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

Laura Kipp, Pharm D. Your Compounding Pharmacy Come in and browse our giftware

Open Monday - Saturday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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DUST CONTROL • DE-ICING • ROADS DRIVEWAYS • SIDEWALKS PATHWAYS • JOBSITES • PARKING LOTS 250-342-1186 • MARK SHMIGELSKY rmshmigelsky@xplornet.com 9455 Toby Ridge Rd. Invermere BC V0A 1K5

You’re invited to see our

• Millwork • Cabinets • Stairs • Custom Framing • Renovations

Mike Cope Journeyman Carpenters

(Beside the Petro Canada Car Wash)

250.342.1024 VJ (Butch) Bishop Owner/Operator

4846 Holland Creek Ridge Rd. Invermere, BC V0A 1K0

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CONTRACT OR HOURLY MACHINE RENTALS AVAILABLE

24 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

October 22, 2010

Help Rotary fight polio

Government Rebates • Furnace Replacements • Heat Pumps • Fireplaces • Full Heating and Ventilation Systems

Submitted by Invermere Rotary Club World Polio Day is coming up on October 24th. Rotary International is known throughout the world as the organization dedicated to the eradication of this horrendous disease.

With the very generous help of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Rotary is well on its way to success.

Locally, the Rotary Club of Invermere and the community contributed over $8,400 last year to PolioPlus, the volunteer arm of the global partnership working on this project.

These funds are part of the pot that Rotary is raising to contribute a second $100 million match to the Gates foundation’s $255 million donation.

This is in addition to the $100 million received from the foundation in 2007.

(250) 342-1167 AthAlmer expAnsion project —site Activity UnderwAy BC Hydro would like to advise the public that project activities at the Athalmer Substation site are underway. These activities include some heavy equipment traffic and higher volume traffic activity in the immediate area of the Athalmer Substation, located at the junction of highway 93/95 and Athalmer Road, adjacent to the BC Hydro Invermere office and the Regional District East Kootenay office. In order to safely prepare for work at the Athalmer Substation, short outages may be required. BC Hydro will provide advance notice of planned outage dates and times to all affected customers.

DTSS students getting healthy

The expansion project is required in order to improve reliability and effectively support growth in the Columbia Valley. BC Hydro recognizes the inconvenience that this interruption may cause, and will complete the work as safely and efficiently as possible.

By Pioneer Staff 2531

If you have any questions, or would like more information about the Athalmer Expansion Project, please contact Diane Tammen, Community Relations Manager at 250 489 6862.

Polio is a crippling and potentially fatal infectious disease that currently still strikes children — mainly those under the age of five — in Afghanistan, India, Nigeria and Pakistan.

It last swept through North America in the 1950s affecting many local families.

“About a third of those who contracted the virus were paralyzed,” said Claude Campbell, one of those who survived the North American epidemic.

“Lots of young people died.”

Claude was one of the fortunate ones who survived after five weeks in isolation.

If you would like to donate to help to eradicate polio send a cheque marked PolioPlus to The Rotary Club of Invermere, Box 877, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0. A receipt for tax purposes will be sent to you.

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Students at David Thompson Secondary School are getting an extra dose of vitamins as the school has been accepted into the B.C. School Fruit and Vegetable Nutrition Program for 2010/11.

Since mid-September the high school has been receiving free, indi-

vidual servings of fruit and vegetables that are washed and ready to eat.

These will be served twice a month until the school year ends.

The program — part of the ActNow B.C. initiative — sources fresh, fruits and vegetables from growers throughout British Columbia and delivers them to more than 60,000 students.

HERE TO SERVE YOU BOOKKEEPING

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Box 2952, Invermere BC V0A 1K0, Canada

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Your Weekly Source for News and Events

Commercial – Residential Installation – Maintenance – Repairs

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4890 Stoddart Creek RR#2 Invermere, BC V0A 1K2

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 25

October 22, 2010

Pioneer Classifieds A huge thank you to Jason, Justin, Michael and all their staff at the Rocky River Grill for providing such a delicious Thanksgiving turkey buffet on Monday, October 11, 2010 with all proceeds going to our local food bank. Thanks also to those businesses who helped sponsor the event and to the volunteers who helped to greet the customers, put the food donations in the bins, served beverages, and cleared tables. A special thank you to an anonymous valley resident for his very generous donation. Over 500 people were served between 2pm and 9pm and a record amount of cash was donated for our food bank.

Kudos to everyone who participated in this worthwhile event. Thank you on behalf of the Volunteers.

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obituary

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Alberta (Edna) Godlien June 28, 1934 - October 13, 2010 The Godlien family is saddened to announce the passing of Edna Godlien at her home in Invermere, after a brave battle with cancer.

Edna and her twin brother Earl Barbour were born on the 28th of June 1934 in Invermere and were the grandchildren of pioneers John Smith Barbour and his wife Maggie who first settled in the valley in 1896. The Barbour family has now lived in the Valley for more than 114 years. They were involved in farming, mining, logging and road building. Two local landmarks bear the Barbour’s name, Barbour Creek and Barbour’s Rock which is located on their original homestead on the Toby Benches. The Barbour family sold their homestead and moved to Wilmer and bought a farm at the far end of Munn Lake.

Edna and her twin brother Earl Barbour grew up during the depression and the Second World War and suffered the hardships associated with these great events. Edna married Arthur Godlien in 1952 in Wilmer, BC and they raised a family of four, Luverne (deceased), Ellen (Jack) Bellamy, Jim (Brigitt) Godlien, and Dan (Sue) Godlien. She had 9 grand children and 4 great grandchildren. During her life she worked as a Camp Cook for a Local Outfitter, cooked for fire crews, cleaned businesses, and for many years worked at the Super Value grocery store. She will be remembered for her tireless volunteer work at the Royal Canadian Legion and the Ladies’ Auxiliary in Invermere where she was honoured as a Lifetime member and held various positions on the executive committees. She was a loving and caring Mother and Grandmother and her cookie jar was always full. Those that knew her well would say that she was a tough and determined woman, independent and strong of mind and will. Edna was happiest when she was surrounded by friends and family and when spending time at her piece of Paradise on the Westside road.

A memorial service will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the charity of your choice in her memory.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.mcphersonfh.com.

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THANK YOU

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Thank you so much to Dr. Louw, Dr. White, Dr. Dibb, Dr. Hildes, and all the nursing staff of Invermere Hospital for their wonderful care during my recent illness. Susan Wells.

Best Life Retreat

Cheers to Franz, Franz, Nadia, George, Pat, Kurt, Dwayne, and Maria for a great Oktoberfest at Columbia House.

Cheers to Lloyd, Laurence, and Ian for putting the heat back in the car, now the kidsand I will have a nice warm winter.

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250-347-2121.

Cheers to Fred Thode-Hamilton for being our Polka King!

Cheers to Lloyd Nicholas for playing taxi everyday and keeping a lot of drunk drivers off the road.

Alcoholics Anonymous. Open to all. Regular meetings of the Columbia Valley A.A. are held at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday at the Valley Connection, far end of the Service B.C. building, 625-4th Street, Invermere.

The Radium Friendship Group meets at 8 p.m. Friday at the Catholic Church, east side of Main Street, Radium. Call 250-3422424 for more info.

Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call Carol at 250-347-9841.

An Amazing ‘STAYCATION’ in Radium Hot Springs, B.C. Friday, Nov 12, Saturday Nov 13, Sunday Nov 14, 2010 $399.00

10% off at The Windy Café!

Once again, enjoy a 10% discount off your bill! 250-342-6001.

Edgewater and Radium Health Auxiliary Halloween tea and bake sale, Saturday, October 30, 2pm at the Legion Hall in Edgewater, $5/ person.

Cheers to the District of Invermere for the new sidewalks. Columbia House loves it!

Cheers to Chizuko, Barry and Ann for your beautiful music.

Cheers to McToogle’s and all the valley musicians who raised money for our new stereo system at Columbia House.

Cheers to the Bistro Family Restaurant on their recent Bronze win in the East Kootenay Best Business Award. Congrats to Peter and the crew - great food and awesome service! Keep it up!

Cheers to Glen Wall for giving a few families a great Thanksgiving dinner!

Cheers to the district of Invermere for the wonderful walkways around town. Thank you, thank you!

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Cheers to Ray Crook and his endless knowledge. Thank you!

Garth Howard Christianson

Cheers to you Debbie for bringing together old friends to enjoy our old friend Valdy and for saving that cute little skunk. You rock!

May 27, 1939 - October 11, 2010 We are sorry to announce the passing of Garth Howard Christianson at his home in Invermere, October 11, 2010. Garth was born in Kinistino, Saskatchewan, May 27, 1939. Garth was pre-deceased by his son, Ole Christianson, and survived by his son, Kelly Christianson, , 2 grandchildren, Megan Grand and Nathan Christianson of Vernon, B.C. Garth moved from Kinistino, Sask., to Invermere in 1959 and was a resident of Invermere for 51 years. Garth was well known as “The Best Butcher in Town”. Garth will be sadly missed by his family, friends, and relatives.

There will be no funeral by request. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Whitehouse Hotel, Saturday, October 23, 2010, starting at 2:30 p.m.

Cheers to Penny Brown for helping out a local ex-exchange student.

Your support and efforts are well appreciated! JT. Cheers to Brenda and Kris for dropping off a pick up truck full of firewood just because! You are so kind.

Cheers to Tyler, hope you’re feeling better soon buddy!

Cheers to everyone who donated to the food bank ($43.37 total) for items from the “free” table at our garage sale on Saturday. Cheers also to those who bought the “Food Bank Bears” at the summer markets ($103.50 total for the season).

Every $ helps!

Cheers to Levine Ollenberger!

Thank you so much for expressing your thoughts regarding the bedside manners at our local Invermere Hospital.

Cheers to all who left their vehicles behind and did not drink and drive at the Firemen’s Ball!!

Cheers to the ladies who do the beautiful flower displays all over town!

Jeers to the contractor in the white panel truck who stole power from our home for weeks at a time and then f-bombed us when confronted. How did they let you in such a nice community anyway?

LOST AND FOUND Chainsaw found on the way to Panorama, 250-342-5229.

STORAGE

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637

Secure self storage, call Suzanne, 403-390-4513.

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STORAGE

SHARED ACCOmMODATION

SUITE FOR RENT

SUITE FOR RENT

House FOR RENT

House FOR RENT

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

Room for rent in Invermere, includes utilities and internet, $350/month, 250-342-6178 evenings, 250-3423168 ask for Arlee.

CARRIAGE COURT APARTMENTS

Columere Park, bright 1 bdrm, furnished, large, upstairs suite, clean and quiet, $700/month, 250345-6524.

In Radium, cozy, bright, 2 bdrm trailer on large private lot, all appliances, 2 out buildings for lots of storage, $950/month + utilities, N/S, DD, 250-342-3841.

Large 2 bdrm Mobile Home, 14’ wide , new deck, siding, yard, island in kitchen, 5 appliances, No dogs allowed, $800/month + utilities, 250-342-1700.

In Invermere, bright, partially furnished, 2 bdrm house, great location for Panorama bus or walk to Invermere, W/D included, $1250/month, includes all utilities, N/S, DD, 250-342-3841.

Large 3 bdrm, 2 bath, partially furnished home, fridge/stove, W/D, $1100/month + utilities, DD, references, pets negotiable, long term, available now, 250-341-1099 or 250-688-0256.

3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath, mobile home in Juniper Heights, $1100/month including utilities + DD, no dogs, 250-341-7861.

Comfortable home available in Indian Beach, 2 minute walk to lake, uninterrupted views, 2 bdrm + Den, newly carpeted, $1000/ month, great neighbors, 250-3423236.

You own it we can store it! Secure, fenced compounds any size up to one acre. Secure containers available. Would also build building to suit for long term tenant. Zoned heavy industrial. Invermere Industrial Park. Phone 250-3425297, 250-346-3011 or 250-3422100.

COMMERCIAL SPACE 864 sq.ft. Warehouse space with loading dock, unheated, $656.25/ month includes GST, available immediately. Call 250-342-3637.

New, commercial office, and/or retail space for rent. Prime location, D/T Invermere, excellent monthly rates, furnished, kitchen, available now. 250-341-5788.

Office with heated garage, rent negotiable, corner of Hwy 93/95 and North Street, Windermere, 250-342-9578.

SHARED ACCOmMODATION Private room w/ cable, phone, laundry access, internet, and all utilities included, $400/month + $200 DD, N/P, 250-342-4020.

Room in Invermere with own bathroom, shared kitchen and laundry, $500/month, includes all utilities, 250-342-0358, leave message.

Wanted, roommate to share lovely 2 bdrm Fairmont basement walk-out suite, $450/month per person + DD. W/D, parking space, D/W, utilities included, internet available, no partiers please.

Other occupant is 25-year-old, professional female, call, 250-3416299 and ask for Kate.

SUITE FOR RENT Radium, furnished apartments available Oct 1st. 1-2 bdrm, 1-1 bdrm, and 2–bachelors. Includes all utilities, parking and cable. N/S, pet possible, DD required. 2 bdrm - $800/month, 1 bdrm - $650/ month, Bachelor - $550/month.

Contact Joan at 250-342-7517 for viewing.

1 and 2 bdrm apartments, D/T Invermere, clean, quiet units, parking, walk to everything, 1 bdrms start at $550/month and 2 bdrms start at $725/month. Pets okay, N/S, references required, D/W, W/D hookups. Call Dennis, 250-342-6912.

Apartment for rent, 1800 sq.ft., 3 bdrm, 2 bath, huge balcony with view, utilities included, $1250/ month, 403-519-0447.

1 bdrm, large walkout, bright, large windows, private backyard, walk D/T, W/D, D/W, N/S, N/P, $850/ month inclusive, 403-922-8518.

2 bdrm, bright, spacious, basement suite, W/D, private entrance, fabulous lake view, N/P, N/S, $750/month + utilities, available November 1, 250-342-0020.

Fairmont, bright, spacious, 2 bdrm walk-out, laminate and tile throughout, N/S, 5 appliances, $900/month, utilities inc., DD and references required, 250-270-0710.

Furnished studio suite in newer home, utilities, cable, internet, and laundry included, N/S, N/P, available immediately, $600/ month, 250-688-0965.

Windermere, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, $700/ month inclusive, 250-342-9578.

Conveniently located behind Sobeys within walking distance to downtown. 2 bdrm townhouse units, outside entrance. Sliding glass doors open onto balcony, overlooking private courtyard.

Fireplace and W/D included in each unit. Long term preferred, N/P, $750 - $850/month + DD. Utilities not included. Available immediately, 250-342-8781.

HILLCREST Furnished Apartments, utilities included, 1 bdrm units $600/month, 2 bdrm units $800/ month, 250-341-1182.

2 bdrm, N/S, N/P, walking distance to D/T Invermere, available end of October, $985/month + DD, F/S, W/D, D/W, and utilities included, 250-342-1584 or 250-342-8679.

Fairmont, great walkout basement suite, 2 bdrm, full bath, washer, fully furnished, central location, internet, power, and cable included, $790/month, 250-3452108 or 250-688-0727.

Large, pet friendly 1 bdrm walkout, furnished, $650/month, including utilities, hydro, fireplace, washer/ dryer, 250-342-0503.

Large 1 bdrm, furnished suite in quiet private home, utilities and cable included, $725/month + DD, 250-342-9404.

Invermere, 2 furnished, 1 bdrm apartments, laundry, cable TV, utilities included, N/S, N/P, DD, 250341-6096.

Front walk-out suite, 1 bdrm, office, 1 bath, private entrance, in-suite laundry, can be partially furnished, renovated kitchen, all appliances, 2 blocks from Kinsmen, N/S, N/P, $700/month, includes utilities, no roommates, 403-796-6218. May consider a small cat.

House FOR RENT

FOR RENT Contact

250-342-4040

for seasonal or long term rentals or go online at

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Invermere, charming home next to Kinsmen Beach, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 F/P, N/P, N/S, available immediately, $1600/month + utilities, references + DD required, 403-246-6680.

Invermere, Wilder Subdivision, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, furnished home, N/S, N/P, available October 1, $1600/ month + utilities, references + DD required, 403-246-6680.

Beautiful Windermere acreage, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, w/garage on 24 acres less than 5 minutes from Windermere. Newer home, $1050/ month. Linda 403-244-8402.

Canal Flats, 3 bdrm trailer, W/D, available immediately, $550/ month, phone Vic 250-349-5264.

Small 2 bdrm house, Main Street East – Radium, besides Rockies Pizzeria, $950/month plus DD and utilities. Will negotiate long term lease, well behaved pets welcome.

250-342-1760.

3 bdrm, house in Edgewater, F/S/D, washer/dryer, wood and oil heat, large fenced lot, available October 15, $800/month, 250-342-3417 or 250-347-9768.

Fairmont, 3 bdrm bungalow for rent, $1100/month + utilities, 250342-9552.

Home in Invermere, 2 bdrm, quiet neighborhood, views of Mt. Nelson, large yard, shed for storage, ample parking, propane F/P for cozy winter nights, directly behind farmer’s market, walk everywhere, very bright with all new windows, 4 new appliances, N/S, available November 1, $950/month, utilities included, 250-347-9086.

Black Forest Heights, totally renovated, 2 bdrm, 1 ½ bath, upper floor, new appliances, large deck/yard, N/S, N/P, $1050/month, includes water and Satellite TV, available December 1, 780-7184922 or rfr111@hotmail.com.

Looking for a family to live in a house in Windermere until May 2011 in exchange for handy work.

403-281-9499.

3 bdrm or larger property wanted for seasonal rental, December 1st to March 31st, must be furnished and walking distance to D/T Invermere, 250-688-0244.

Newly renovated home in Invermere, spectacular 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with all major appliances, over-looking the lake, $1100/month + utilities, available November 1, 250-342-3688.

House for rent jenny bueckert Buy a mountain home, rent it out and maintain it with ease! jennyb.ca (250) 342-5711 info@jennyb.ca

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House FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

WANTED

MISC. FOR SALE

Executive acreage home, magnificent unobstructed views of Mount Nelson, lake, and valley, only 5 minutes from Invermere and 15 minute drive from Panorama. 3 bdrm, unfurnished, firepit, hot tub, and sauna. Must see to believe! $1900/month + utilities. 250-6880244.

RADIUM, 2nd floor condo, 2 bdrm, 2 full bath, 4 appliances, in-suite laundry, fireplace, propane BBQ hookup, secure underground parking, furnished or unfurnished.

N/S, N/P, $1000/month including utilities. DD and references required. Available immediately.

Pictures on Craigslist-Kootenays.

Call Susan 250-422-3510

1 bdrm, luxury condo, for long term rent in Sable Ridge Resort, Radium, fully furnished and stocked with amenities. Just move in! Furnished with Penthouse furnishings, gourmet kitchen, in-suite laundry, queen bed, flat screen TV, Blu Ray DVD, 3rd floor, fireplace, BBQ, underground parking, outdoor hot tubs, clubhouse, and seasonal pool. Long term rental Available November 1st, $750/month including utilities. JOE 403-8300799.

3 bdrm, 1 ½ bath, unfurnished townhome, D/T Invermere, W/D, steps to main street, available immediately, $1250/month + utilities, 250-688-0244.

Movie/Slide projector screen, standing, 250-342-2480.

4” hot tub covers, any size $499 until the end of October, Valley Spas, 250-342-3922.

condo FOR RENT Windermere Lakeview Meadows Spacious luxury, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath, 2 storey, premium finishing, large decks, bright, open views, major appliances, elevator access, secured underground double parking and storage, recreation centre w/indoor pools, fitness, games rooms, private beach, boat dock, sports courts, playgrounds N/S, N/P, DD, references, $1800/ month, includes Heat/AC, + basic utilities. Rent to own options. Avail Sept.1, 250-6880512.

New townhome for rent, 3 bdrm, 2 bath + garage, in Cedarwood Glen Estates, D/T Invermere, N/S, N/P, $1350/month, available October 1st, 250-341-1182.

2 bdrm, 2 full bath, Radium, access to pool and hot tub, underground parking, N/S, N/P, $900/month including utilities, available immediately. 250-270-0377 ½ duplex in Radium Hot Springs. 3 bdrm, 3 full baths, beautiful patio, BBQ, patio furniture, available November 1st. Contact 403-2883743 or email msalas@shaw.ca for info and pictures.

1 bdrm fully furnished condo in the luxurious Sable Ridge! King size bed, Penthouse furnishings and everything you need to make this retreat like condo home. Largest 1 bdrm condo features a spacious living and dining room, pool, hot tubs, views of the Rockies, heated parking, in-suite laundry, water, heat, electricity. Only $900/ month. Minimum 6 months lease.

References required. Available November 1. 403-861-5656.

1 bdrm condo, N/P, N/S, $650/ month, available immediately, clost to D/T Invermere, 250-3426226, ask for Neo, call during daytime.

D/T Invermere townhouse for rent, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 5 appliances, garage, very private, perfect location, gorgeous views, N/P, N/S, $975/month + utilities, available immediately, 250-342-0020.

Sable Ridge condos for rent. 1 bdrm, top floor, fully furnished, $825/month; 3 bdrm + Den, top floor, fully furnished, $1995/ month. Please call 403-630-7464.

Available October 1, Black Forest Village, 2 bdrm, south facing unit, new flooring, upgraded appliances, deck, laundry, storage, single car garage, easy access to D/T, $1000/ month + Hydro. Call Lindsay, 403251-6947 to view.

Radium, Pinewood condo, 2 bdrm with loft, 2 bath, F/P, $1100/ month, includes underground parking, utilities, N/P, N/S, 403615-9989.

Condos on Tenth, 1 bdrm available immediately, laundry, vehicle plug-in, guest room available for company, close to Sobeys and Hospital, N/P, $650/month + DD, quiet building, upper unit. 250342-2287.

Invermere, spacious, tastefully decorated, furnished, lake front, views, centrally located, parking, $1300/month, 1-866-313-4762, available until June.

Rent to Own!! Canal Flats townhouse, 3 bdrm, 2 ½ baths, $1000/month, call today! 250344-5594.

Akiskinook resort, 1 bdrm condo, fully furnished and equipped, pool and spa, $700/month, includes cable, 403-281-3991.

Akiskinook Resort, 1 bdrm furnished condo, corner unit, pool, hot tub, 1 month rent free with 6 month lease, $750/month, includes cable + Hydro, N/P, N/S, 403-293-3870.

2 bdrm condo in Invermere, $750/month + utilities, available November 1, 250-342-5332.

HOUSE FOR SALE

2 bdrm luxury condo for long term rent in Sable Ridge Resort, fully furnished and stocked with amenities. Just move in! Furnished with Penthouse furnishings, gourmet kitchen, in-suite laundry, queen bed, flat screen TV, 1st floor, F/P, BBQ, underground parking, outdoor hot tubs, clubhouse, seasonal pool. Long term rental, available December 1, $950/ month, includes heat, Kelly, 403975-8204.

2 bdrm, 2 bath, new luxury furnished condo in D/T Invermere, awesome lake view, hot tub access, in-suite laundry, $1200/month, 250-688-0244.

New 2 bdrm condo, 2 full baths, 3rd floor, F/P, underground parking, D/T Radium, utilities included, N/S, available immediately, $1000/ month + DD. Call Julie, 403-8281678 or 403-235-1805.

Phones! Uniden 420ic, 4 station phones and 4 cordless phones, 4 lines, station to station intercom, Rocket Dial, 10 memory dial locations, $50. 250-341-6299.

Panasonic KX-FHD332, plain paper fax and photocopier, $40 OBO, 250341-6299.

Top Quality Hay and Straw, alfalfa/grass, round bales, call Elkhorn Ranch, 250-342-0617.

Firewood cut, split and delivered.

Dry Fir and Pine, $180/half cord, $275/full cord. Dry Larch, $240/ half cord, $350/full cord, birch now available, 250-688-0143.

New 3 bdrm Invermere townhome for rent, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, 3 ½ bath, fully developed basement, single car garage, ideal quiet location, $1300/month including utilities, N/S, 403-536-8953.

1 bdrm, 1 bath, fully furnished condo in Radium, N/S, storage, Nanofibre, 1 pet, long term lease preferred, DD and references required, available immediately, $575/month + utilities, 403-2810923.

MISC. FOR SALE

Support Rockies Hockey! Pine, Fir, dry and split. To order call 250342-6908.

420 4th Ave., Invermere, 3 bdrm, 3 bath, newly renovated, shop/shed, deck, fenced yard, all appliances, 3 blocks to beach, $320,000, 250342-1698, www.fmsguitars.com/ house.

condo FOR SALE Affordable condo downtown Invermere, fully furnished, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, $139,900, 250-341-1182.

Brand new 1600 sq.ft. D/T Invermere, 3 bdrm, 2 bath + garage, $299,900 +HST, reduced to $259,900, www.cedarwoodglen. com, 250-341-1182.

Spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo at the Peaks in Radium.

Swimming pool, hot tubs, underground heated parking, A/C, fireplace, appliances and window coverings. Great view! Like new! $219,900, No agents please. 250341-5170.

MISC. FOR SALE Quality Top Soil & Manure. Top Soil $160/dump truck load, $70/ pick-up load. Manure $100/pick-up load, delivery extra. Call, 250-3421268.

Kids large corner bookshelf unit with drawers, $30; Computer Desk, $40. 250-342-0399 or 250-3415956.

Firewood for sale, fir and pine mix $235, larch $300, pine $180, all wood split and delivered. 250-3415551.

Two sets of log bunk beds, like new, paid $1200 each, asking $1300 for both or $700/each, 250-342-5159.

43” Samsung Flatscreen TV, asking $395, 250-347-2455.

Piano, apartment size, full keyboard, beautiful inside and out, $1500, 250-342-6114.

Floor Model Blowout!! Coyote Drifter, regular $8500, sale $6000, also, 2 person Stingray, regular $5500, sale $4500. Valley Spas, 250-342-3922.

Truck canopy for 8’ box, $300 OBO; 48” complete single bed $50; dresser $10. 250-342-3104.

Full length white mink coat, size 10, valued at $8000, asking $1500 OBO, 250-347-9402 or 250-3415360.

Pine firewood for sale, split and delivered, $185/cord, 250-3479639.

Clean sofa, 7 ft. long, $3100 new in 2004, will consider any offer, 250342-3996.

Women’s Trek Hybrid bike, 18 speeds, quick release wheels, alloy frame, like new, $180. 250-3413582.

Winter Tires, used one season, Avalanche X-Treme, LT265/70R17, Load Ranch E, asking $550, 250342-1384.

9” Rockwell/Beaver table saw, mint condition, runs well, $200 OBO, 250-347-9843.

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MISC. FOR SALE

VEHICLES for sale

Fridge, stove, microwave range, dishwasher, all white, like new, $750 OBO, 250-341-7022.

1990 Honda Accord, 178,000 km, good winter tires, some rust but runs good, $1,200 OBO, 250-3423126.

MACHINERY FOR RENT

2005 GMC 3500 Duramax Diesel, 4x4, Allison Transmission, fully loaded, SLT, sun roof, long box, Tonneau Cover, 172,000 km, 250347-9308.

BUSINESS FOR SALE For Rent, 250-342-1517, www. glaciermountainhomes.com.

RECREATION VEHICLES 2007 Jayflight 29BHS with slide, includes 110 watt solar panel, 2,300 watt inverter, 5 batteries, enclosed underbelly, 3 year warranty remaining, bunk beds in rear, front queen bed, $21,000 OBO, 250-341-6865.

Reese pivoting 5th wheel trailer hitch, max weight 15,000 lb; Flow Thru Tailgate to fit Dodge trucks, black; trailer control brake unit, 250-347-9308.

VEHICLES for sale 1993 Ford Ranger LT, 5 speed, 4 litre Super Cab, 164,000km, $3,500 OBO. 250-342-9636.

1992 Honda Accord, runs well 344,000 km, $1,000 OBO, 250-3476542.

1996 Caravan, comes with electric wheel chair and lift, excellent shape, $4,000; 1978 GMC Crew Cab, ½ ton, 2 wheel drive, $500; 1964 Fargo, ¾ ton, 4x4, comes with P.T.O. Winch and tilt deck, $500. Call 250342-4415.

2006 Hyundai Accent, excellent condition, low mileage, includes 4 new winter tires, $7,500 OBO, 250342-0020.

1997 Ford F-150 extended cab, 4x4, automatic, A/C, high mileage, $3,000, current inspection, 250688-0143.

1985 Ford F-150 4x4 with canopy, 4 speed, V8, $1,800 OBO, 250-3429970.

Busy seasonal café for sale in Invermere, B.C. Serious inquiries only, 250-341-5370.

Barber shop in Invermere, B.C., nice sized clientele, excellent price. For inquiries phone 250-341-3240 and after 6 p.m. call 250-342-0655.

SERVICES

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Photography

~ weddings ~ ~ events ~ ~ portraits ~ Lisa & Bob Ede p. 250 342 2862 e. bandlede@telus.net www.valleyweddings.blogspot.com

Phil’s Carpentry, everything from roofs to decks, completion of basement and bathrooms. Phone 250-341-8033 (cell) – 24/7. Not on valley time.

Vacuums

Parts, repairs & accessories, All makes & models Central Vacuums – sales and installations Bonded & licensed Fine Homeservices 250-342-9207, fhs@telus.net Furnace & duct cleaning services using the patented rotobrush system. Call AQUAIR for free estimates, 250-342-5089.

Water treatment & purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners & conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-342-5089.

SERVICES Tile & Slate Installs Journeyman tile setter 30+ years experience Custom Steam Rooms, Showers, Floors, and Cultured Stone All work Guaranteed Competitive rates.

Call 250-341-5645.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning. Dry in one hour! Serving the Valley since 2006.

Call 250-688-0213.

Want Free Upgrades?

Customized, high quality BLINDS w/lifetime warranty, Commercial or Residential, Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Call a professional today; Free In-Home Consultation 250-349-7507 or 250-342-5749 shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca “Covering the Valley – One Window At A Time” K&C Pick-up will pick-up all your recyclable cans and bottles, free at your location between Radium and Fairmont, including Panorama, call 250-342-9503.

LBO Autobody

Your Fender Bender Mender & The Valley Shine Shop Auto detailing, power polishing, rock chip repair, and more…

Prepare your boat for storage with an interior detail and exterior polish. Call Shawn or Jodi at 250342-9696.

Flooring installations, lino, carpet, laminate and hardwood. 30 years experience. Call 250-347-9192 or 250-341-1235.

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careers

Receptionist/Advisor Columbia Garden Village in Invermere has an exciting opportunity for that special person. The position is responsible to perform a variety of office duties and to provide social activities and support to seniors and their families. Candidate will demonstrate a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Send resume and references to dsaffin@glm.ca or fax resumes to 250.489.2673 attention CGV.

Renovations and new construction, reasonable rates, call 250-3415770.

HELP WANTED Choppers Landing at R.K. Heliplex, Panorama, is looking for motivated, enthusiastic and dependable restaurant staff. Must be a team player. Front and back end positions available, including day-time server, host/hostess, bartender, chef morning, prep and line cooks and dishwasher. To apply drop off resume to Attn. Chris at Kootenay Coffee Works. (located beside Bavin’s Glass) or e-mail Lauren@ rkheliski.com.

Want to set your own schedule?

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Framers and laborers needed, experience an asset but will train.

Transportation a must. 250-3427444.

Busy local framing company, looking for framers and laborers, please send resume to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com or fax 250-341-3427.

Looking for a digital photography instructor, casual work, one session a week for resort guests. You pick the day and time. Contact rec@ sunchaservillas.com.

The Artym Gallery is Hiring This Retail Sales position will begin part-time in mid November, turning to full time in January.

Job will focus on customer service and sales, administrative tasks including inventory with some physical work. Computer skills are required.

No experience necessary - training will be provided.

Successful applicants will be friendly, have fantastic communication skills, and be self motivated.

Please drop off resume, with references in person at the Artym Gallery. Acceptable applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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Senior Accountant A growing company is looking for the right person who has a post secondary degree and is working towards a CGA or CMA designation.

Experience in Microsoft Dynamics would be preferred.

The applicant must have excellent customer relations skills, be comfortable in a team atmosphere and have an interest in technology and the inner workings of a utility company.

This role reports to our Group Controller and is responsible for the financial record keeping with several related companies.

Please send your resume to dgrocutt@windermerewater.com We will contact qualified applicants.

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October 22, 2010

CAREERS

3.25” x 4.6”

Careers At CBT Acting Director, Communications CBT has an opening for an Acting Director, Communications in our Castlegar office. This is a full-time, one year maternity coverage postion.

A detailed description of duties, skills and qualifications can be viewed at www.cbt.org/careers or requested from Debra Stewart at 1.800.505.8998.

Please forward resumes to dstewart@cbt.org by noon (Pacific) November 8, 2010 for consideration.

Columbia Basin Trust supports efforts by the people of the Basin to create a legacy of social, economic and environmental well-being and to achieve greater selfsufficiency for present andfuture generations.

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SILHOUETTE — The moon rose into a clear sky on the evening of Tuesday, October 19th, as the sun set over the Fairmont Range, casting a warm glow on the mountaintops.

Photo by Kelsey Verboom

CAREERS

CAREERS

EDITOR

HOUSEKEEPERS

The Columbia Valley Pioneer, an independent, award-winning community newspaper with a circulation of 8,000 serving the Columbia Valley and with distribution in Calgary, is recruiting for the position of Editor.

Primary function and responsibility: Responsible for all editorial content in the newspaper as well as in magazine-style publications and on-line media. Coordinate and participate in the delivery of exceptional editorial content ensuring the editorial voice is preserved. Actively involved in reporting and photography duties.

Proactively assess content priorities and assign content to future issues ensuring stock of news stories are available and sufficient. Maintain and improve workflow to ensure adherence to deadlines. Copy as well as photo editing and layout.

Manage and direct the editorial staff and the quality of writing and photography.

Create relationships and maintain an active involvement in the community. The editor is required to provide evening and weekend coverage when necessary.

Qualifications: A diploma or degree in journalism and significant editorial experience as a senior reporter and/or editor for a community newspaper. Relevant experience with web journalism and social media solutions an asset. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite 4.0 and Google Apps for Small Business is required; must have own vehicle and a valid drivers licence. Must be willing to relocate to a rural community.

Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and on-call as necessary. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.

The expected start date is November 1st.

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Candidates are encouraged to reply with resume, portfolio and references to Rose-Marie Regitnig, Publisher, The Columbia Valley Pioneer, rose-marie@cv-pioneer.com

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October 22, 2010

The Old Zone

By Harold Hazelaar Pioneer Columnist Recently, the Huckleberry Hawks began their quest for a three-peat.

As reigning league champions for the past two seasons, the rest of the league is gunning to put this team in its rightful place: the basement!

Even more amusing is the fact that Rob Mason is the only player still playing for the Hawks, as all the others have wisely moved on.

2010 OldTimers Hockey Assocation Stats

The competition is now between Rob and Bobby Stewart (currently playing for the Warwick Wolves), who claims he is on a personal mission to be on the winning team for a third straight year.

Hopefully, he has lots of good hockey players to carry him to the top. NOT likely, if you ask me.

The scoreboard: Hi Heat outscored the Tomatoes, the Phantoms pounded the Junkies, The Waterboys doused the Black Smoke and the Wolves were stunned by the Hawks.

Team

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Points

Hi Heat Hustlers

4

1

0

8

Inside Edge Black Smoke

4

1

0

8

Warwick Wolves

2

2

1

5

Finish Line Phantoms

2

2

1

5

Kicking Horse Coffee Junkies

2

2

1

5

Aquair Waterboys

2

2

1

5

Huckleberry Hawks

2

3

0

4

Radium PetroCan Killer Tomatoes

0

5

0

0

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 31

October 22, 2010

Valley Churches

FAITH

In everything give thanks

By Pastor Wayne Frater Radium Christian Fellowship Last week being Thanksgiving, we took some time and looked at 1 Thessalonians chapter 5 verses 16-18, from the New King James Version: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

I concluded the message by saying, “Thanksgiving is a time of remembrance and thanks. We remember the things that God has blessed us with and we offer thanks. It is good to do this, and before we sit down to our turkey and dressing and pumpkin pie, I hope we will take the time to offer thanks to God.” And we did. For me, it was a great Thanksgiving.

Both my boys were home, the grandkids were there, we ate too much, and we had a good time of fellowship. I truly do have so much to be thankful for.

But we have to remember we can’t limit our thanks to one day a year. Instead, we have to remember to give thanks to God each and every day.

God listens to our needs and responds to our prayers. Sometimes in ways that are confusing and mysterious, sometimes not the way we expect, some-

times not in our time frame, but if we have faith enough to follow through, He always answers.

We have to learn to not only, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you,” but we also have to do as it says in Proverbs 3:5,6 from the Amplified Bible: “Lean on, trusting, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. In all your ways know, recognize and acknowledge Him, and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths.” And Psalms 37:4, also from the Amplified Bible: “Delight yourself also in the Lord and He will give you the desires and secret petitions of your heart.”

Our joy comes from the Lord. When we accepted Jesus Christ into our lives, all the blessings of Heaven came available to us; everything from eternal salvation, to healing, to prosperity. It is God’s will, and it is in God’s timing. 2 Peter 3:9 from the Amplified Bible says: “The Lord does not delay and is not tardy or slow about what He promises, according to some people’s conception of slowness, but He is long-suffering (extraordinarily patient) toward you, not desiring that any should perish, but that all should turn to repentance.”

So the first repentance: accepting Jesus Christ as our Savior. Then making Jesus the Lord of our lives, leaning on Him, trusting Him, and not ourselves.

Rejoicing always, praying without ceasing, and in everything giving thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for us.

Show you care with a teddy bear Get a jump-start on shopping for stocking stuffers while donating to a worthwhile community cause.

Buy one of these cuddly Crispin bears at Sears for $3.95, and 50 cents will be donated to the Summit Youth Centre.

Lake Windermere Alliance Church Sunday, October 24th, 10:30 a.m.: Worship and Life Instruction, “ The Externally Focused Life: Leveraging Resources” Pastor Trevor ministering.

K.I.D.S. Church, for Children aged 3 to 12, morning service.

Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED Sunday 8:30 a.m.: Worship at All Saints, Edgewater 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 • www.wvsm.info or www.christchurchtrinity.com Valley Christian Assembly Sharing Truth, Showing Love Sunday 10 a.m.: Worship and Word Kids’ Church provided.

Interim Pastor Joe Martinsen 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com Roman Catholic Church Sunday: 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium Saturday: 5 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Mission in Canal Flats Father James McHugh 712 -12th Ave., Invermere • 250-342-6167 ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Worship services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m.

Christ Church Trinity, 110 - 7th Ave., Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 Radium Christian Fellowship Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service 7 p.m. Special Praise, Special Prayer and Especially the Love of God Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Worship Service, Sunday 10 a.m. • Sunday School, 11 a.m.

• Relief Society, Noon.

President Barry Pratt • Columbia Valley Branch 5014 Fairway, Fairmont Hot Springs • 250-341-5792

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32 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

October 22, 2010

Rest. Relax. Repeat.

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Book by October 31, 2010. Call 250.345.6070. *Offer valid for stays between Sunday and Thursday from October 24, 2010 to December 23, 2010. Free night must be combined with paid stay and in an equal or lesser unit type. Offer is valid for new reservations only and is subject to availability. Rates, facilities and programs are subject to change and cancellation without notice. Ends October 31, 2010. Taxes are not included.

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Experience an outstanding selection of the very best British Columbia wines and canapés, with more than 100 different BC varieties to sip and savour. Door prizes!

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Festival Judging Packages including accommodation and winepaired gourmet dinner are also available.

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