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Happy 50th Anniversary Alois and Frances Hatalcik

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The Columbia Valley Rockies would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the volunteers for your ongoing efforts in rebuilding the Columbia Valley Rockies organization.

An especially large thank you and recognition to Graeme and Noelene Anderson for their countless hours of commitment in creating a great experience for players and fans alike.

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Golden’s Jamison Lunny, 5, displays his crafty rendition of a traditional teepee at the Métis Nation Columbia River Society annual general meeting at the Brisco Community Hall.

D.K. Rice of Invermere was elected director and secretary treasurer, Dianna Wolif of Parson was elected director, Debra Fisher became cultural director, Russell Buksa

of Fairmont Hot Springs was elected as director and vicepresident, Caran Nagao of Golden was elected as women’s representative and Ed Delisle became president.

The Métis Nation Columbia River Society is made up of about 150 members and covers an area from Donald to Canal Flats.

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November 2, 2012

Valley NEWS

Canfor’s Radium mill officially reopens

By Greg Amos, Pioneer Staff With operations well underway after a mid-October restart, Canfor celebrated the official reopening of its Radium Hot Springs sawmill and planer with a high-profile delegation on Wednesday, October 31st.

“This is a great day for the valley; this is 145 jobs as they get fully into production,” said provincial Forests Minister Steve Thomson, who attended the opening. “I was here some months ago when they made the acquisition, and the change in the site to be able to see the capital investment they made here, over $38 million, I think it really reflects the confidence of Canfor in the future of the industry.”

With full production expected to be reached in six months, the mill is aiming to produce 240 million board feet annually, said Mike Grimm, Canfor Kootenay regional manager.

“This should be a very profitable mill, with

the fibre basket we’re running in,” he said, explaining that the mill is now a high-tech operation that produces lumber from spruce and fir harvested from healthy cut blocks.“It’s alive — that’s the biggest thing.

“We continue to do capital investments through the tough times, and that’s paying dividends now.”

Once the facility reaches its goal of running two mills shifts and two planer shifts, full employment should reach about 200 people.

While 81 per cent of the mill’s previous employees have returned, there are still 20 to 30 hourly wage positions to be hired, including electrician and millwright jobs.

“The green wood in the province is now in our area, and the prospects for forestry going forward are good,” said Norm MacDonald, Columbia River - Revelstoke MLA, who toured the mill two weeks prior but was not at the ribbon cutting ceremony.

MILL MAKERS — On hand for the ribbon cutting ceremony at Canfor’s Radium mill were (left to right) Bid Group president Brian Fehr, Canfor senior vice-president of operations Alistair Cook, Radium mayor Dee Conklin, Forests Minister Steve Thomson, Canfor president Don Kayne, Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett, Ktunaxa chair Kathryn Teneese, and United Steelworkers local 1-405 president Doug Singer.

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Canal Flats beating leads to dual house arrests

By Pioneer Staff Two Canal Flats men have been found guilty of knocking a fellow resident to the ground and repeatedly kicking him in the head and torso.

Michael Thomas Krebs, 48, and David George Burgoyne, 47, appeared before Judge William Sheard on September 29th, where they were placed under house arrest, followed by a year’s probation.

The incident took place on August 14th, when Justin Gertner, 20, also of Canal Flats, was beaten by the pair, the court heard. Mr. Burgoyne and Mr. Gertner had a heated exchange of words at the Columbia Inn (now O’Henry’s Saloon) in Canal Flats over a personal matter that had occurred a year prior.

Although not directly involved in the conflict, Mr. Krebs owned a vehicle identical to Mr.

Burgoyne’s. The window of Mr. Krebs’ vehicle was smashed by someone leaving the bar, who he claimed to be Mr. Gertner. Mr. Gertner denies the vandalism.

Irate, Mr. Krebs departed from the bar, picking up Mr. Burgoyne before heading to the nearby J2 Ranch, where Mr. Gertner lived and worked, the court heard. Once there, Mr. Krebs attacked Mr. Gertner, striking him in the face and knocking him to the ground.

The pair then kicked Mr. Gertner in the head and torso repeatedly, Judge Sheard heard. The victim missed three weeks’ work due to a shoulder injury sustained during the assault.

After finding each man guilty of two counts of assault causing actual bodily harm, Judge Sheard handed down a 10-month conditional sentence to Mr. Krebs and a six month conditional sentence to

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Mr. Burgoyne. Mr. Burgoyne’s offering of heartfelt apologies to Mr. Gertner’s mother for the attack on her son, was one of the reasons for differing sentences, Judge Sheard explained. Mr. Krebs, who regrets that the assault took place, felt less personally responsible because he did not initiate it, the judge said.

As part of his conditional sentence, Mr. Burgoyne is ordered to remain home, except for medical emergencies and travel to and from work, for the first three months. Mr. Krebs must serve same conditions, except that he will serve them during the last three months of his conditional sentence, as he is working out of town, living in a camp.

Both men must also pay $2,000 in restitution to Mr. Gertner and undertake 25 hours of community service. They are also banned from owning firearms for five years.

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• On October 23rd at 12:00 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment responded Invermere & Surrounding Areas to a single-vehicle accident on Highway 93 in Kootenay National Park. A 1997 Ford Expedition lost control in slush on a curve Rentals • Water Maintenance • Massage Chairs • Steam Showers • Saunas and ended up overturned in the ditch.

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The victim did not require medical treatment, however they did show signs of being assaulted. The male is to appear in Invermere provincial court on January 14th.

• On October 25th, the detachment received a complaint of theft of a front licence plate from a 1998 green Hyundai Accent on Foresters Landing Road.

The plate has been entered on the computer, and if found on another vehicle, it will register as stolen.

516 13th Street, Invermere • On October 27th, the Columbia Valley detachPhone: 250-342-9313 ment received a complaint of theft from a motor home while parked at the Westroc Industries mine haul road. Tools, electrical equipment, car batteries and chainsaws were stolen.

• On October 27th, a bear paid a visit to a resident in the 4000-block of Mountainside Road in Fairmont Hot Springs when it detected food items left in a cooler on the deck. Police attended and offered some wine to go with the meat, but this was politely declined.

Once the bear completed the meal it wandered off Enjoy pre-season festivities at our fun-filled into the distance. However, the bear returned to the fundraising event and help “RAiSe the Roof” same deck for seconds. When no seconds were being of a much needed Rescue and Adoption Centre. served up, the bear again departed.

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Movember It’s that time of the year for men to grow their moustaches and raise money for prostate cancer research. Last year, members of the detachment raised over $2,000.

If the detachment can raise over $2,000 this year,

rather than shave my moustache off (which was far too traumatic), I have advised the members that I would have Julie streak my hair with RCMP colours: red, yellow and blue.

If you want to see that, you can go to www.mobro.co/columbiavalleyrcmp and make a donation. A receipt is sent to you via email and we are notified. You can make a donation to the detachment or to an individual officer (me).

Fraud Alert: A citizen in the community received a letter with a cheque from Purolator for approximately $4,000, asking that they attempt to cash it and send it via Western Union. It had something to do with Mystery Shoppers. We can assure the public that Purolator does not do this.

Theory on education Back in the days, a Grade 12 education opened up doors. Even with police work today, recruiters are looking for applicants with a post-secondary education. We seldom now see an applicant enter the police force without post-secondary education.

Unfortunately, we are losing out on some good people as not everyone is meant for college or university. A degree in street smarts and life skills should count for something. I will never knock higher education, but I do have a theory on education. The bottom line with me is that everyone has a certain tolerance on education and if you personally go over that tolerance line, you start getting stupid.

With me, it was one year of college, then I started getting dizzy and noticed symptoms of going beyond my personal tolerance.

I had a smart young officer with a degree in computer science work with me not long ago. While on the job, he was working on a second degree and going further with his education.

He was new at police work, and one day he came into my office all flustered. When asked what was bothering him he replied, “Marko, these people we deal with, they lie to the police.”

I don’t know how long I was out for, but when I came around, I had him take a seat and I explained my theory on education.

His next comment to me was, “Are you trying to tell me something?” I told him that I feared that if he read one more book, he may risk the chance of going over the edge and becoming stupid. And there is no coming back from this.

He took my advice and went on to become a very strong officer. He is now working with his knowledge of computers, tracking organized crime finances. We still keep in touch and he now reads for entertainment.

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November 2, 2012

Ktunaxa treaty closer after consultations

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff After seven consultation sessions around the Kootenays throughout October, a deal under the B.C. Treaty Process continues to draw closer for the Ktunaxa First Nation.

While the October 2010 land and cash offer from the provincial and federal governments is still a long way from being finalized, thus far it consists of several smaller parcels across the territory, said Ktunaxa Kinbasket Treaty Council chief negotiator Kathryn Teneese.

The single largest parcel being contemplated is a wilderness area that’s relatively unencumbered in terms of tenure, she added.

“The package goes far beyond land and cash; it deals with governance, relationships and economic opportunities,” said Ms. Teneese. The Ktunaxa’s formal response to the 2010 package was filed in February 2012.

“We were fairly succesful in finding pieces that cover the territory from the northern part to the west, in proximity of services,” such as electricity, water and sewers, she said. The Ktunaxa worked hard to find available Crown land that could be used for residential development or the creation of economic opportunities for the Ktunaxa, said Ms. Teneese, while other spots were selected primarily for their wilderness value, she said.

The October consultations, held in Golden, Fernie, Castlegar, Creston, Crawford Bay, Invermere, and most recently in Cranbrook on October 25th, were conducted by the provincial and federal governments to provide information about the treaty process to the public.

“We were there to provide our perspective,” said Teneese, who added Cranbrook was the best-attended of the sessions, with about 50 people present.

The First Nation is now at stage four (negotiating an agreement in principle) of six in the process, which got underway in 1993, a year after the process was launched to help settle land claims across the province.

Unlike most other provinces, B.C. consists mainly of land not subject to historical treaties with First Nations.

The Ktunaxa Nation encompasses several bands in the East and West Kootenays, including the Akisqnuk Band in the Columbia Valley.

The claim covers the land area extending to the northernmost bend of the Columbia River, east to the Alberta border, south to the U.S. border, and west to the height of land found west of the Arrow Lakes.

Thus far, two B.C. First Nations have completed a modern-day treaty: the Tsawwassen First Nation in the Lower Mainland established a treaty in April 2009, while the Maa-nulth First Nations on Vancouver Island reached a treaty in April 2011.

Neither area offers a comparable template to what’s

being pursued under the Ktunaxa Kinbasket Treaty Council, said Teneese.

“We’re in a place where it seems like there are vast tracts of land, but much of the Crown land in the territory is taken up in one activity or another,” she said.

The negotiations are also hinging upon expectations around how much certainty a treaty would provide.

“There are models of certainty that have set the bar pretty high in terms of government expectations of what we’re prepared to do,” said Ms. Teneese.

Apart from the treaty process, the Ktunaxa continue to work towards a judicial review of the process by which Jumbo Glacier Resorts was granted a master development agreement for a $900 million, 5,925 hectare ski resort in March.

The review would involve the B.C. Supreme Court examining the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations decision to grant the agreement. The Ktunaxa have yet to file the application for the review.

“It’s as close to imminent as it can be when you’re dealing with lawyers,” said Ms. Teneese. “They’re now re-creating the process to be able to point out the deficiencies.”

“We want to make sure any potential investors are warned it’s not proceeding yet,” she said. “The Ktunaxa Nation has concerns, and we’re going to push back. Ultimately, we would like them to reverse the decision.”

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Pogonophobes beware

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff

Let’s face it: shaving often seems like a thankless chore that consumes far too much time for both men and women.

This month, at least men have an excuse to stash the razor away. November means Movember, a global movement encouraging men to use their face as a billboard for awareness on prostate cancer and male mental health.

Originally started in Australia, it’s now gone global.

That’s good news for people who like seeing progress on the health front, and bad news for facial hair haters.

Pogonophobia – the fear of beards – was said to afflict former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher.

The Iron Lady demanded men in her caucus be clean shaven at all times.

Beards are said to cover a multitude of sins (or chins).

Personally, I think having a beard, or even just stubble, ought to be socially acceptable. The Internet tells me the average man will spend five months of his life shaving.

That’s time that could be better spent.

Shaving once in a while? OK, that is sensible. Things can get out of hand. I truly hope no one uses Movember as their springboard to try to break the world-record of a 10-foot-long moustache.

Remember, Movember rules don’t prohibit full beards, as long as the moustache and beard aren’t connected.

In the Columbia Valley, several RCMP members are embarking on the challenge. Staff Sergeant Marko Shehovac has a head start on the moustache so he is raising the bar: if the detachment raises more than $2,000, he will ensure his hair matches the colours on his police cruiser by streaking it red, yellow and blue.

Here at The Pioneer, we encourage all local guys to be Movemberists, no matter how terrible it looks. (At least you have an excuse — it’s for a good cause.) We’ll also offer the bonus “before” and “after” photo — just let us know, and we’ll be sure to document your descent into the weird world of beards.

Like this, son Windermere potato farmer Bev Harris shows a young onlooker the finer points of firing a rifle in this photo, taken in the mid-1950s by Arthur Leipsig. If you have any more information about this photo, e-mail us at info@cv-pioneer. com . Photo A960 courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Some scientists concerned over wi-fi Dear Editor:

There has been much concern about the effects of electromagnetic radiation from wi-fi and smart meters.

Radiation scientist Barrie Trower explains that wi-fi causes harm to fetuses; children may experience headaches, behavioural problems and infertility, causing reproductive problems for generations; it may cause breast cancer in women. A number of schools in Canada and France have eliminated wi-fi.

Neuroscientist Dr. Olle Johansson has also warned about infertility, mutations and cancer from wireless smart meters. Laboratory tests have indicated that all people have the same harmful physiological results from wireless smart meters, according to Dr. Klinghardt.

Scientists acknowledge that the effects are cumulative, causing increased harm with continual radiation.

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Buying online can be shopping local Dear Editor: Thank you for the article on buying local in the Friday, October 26th edition. However, I believe it important to correct the following paraphrase: “Buying products online, he added, guarantees that virtually no money from the purchase will stay in the local area.”

I was at that event and would have noticed had he stated the idea in that way, as I own a work from home / online business. However, Mr. O’Neill did make the point if we shop online at Amazon.com there would be no economic benefit to our local community.

In light of the fact www.91sheep.ca just won the Kootenay Business Magazine’s top award for Coolest Kootenay Website, it is misleading to infer through your article that website income earned doesn’t benefit our local economy. Isn’t 91sheep’s owner shopping in grocery stores, buying gas etc right here in the Columbia Valley?

With more and more local businesses choosing to offer online shopping for a variety of reasons, one of them being ease of purchase for customers, I think it is im-

portant to understand web shops located here are local businesses and do their part in contributing to the valley in a variety of ways.

I would also like to highlight something Mr. O’Neill said about a study done in Langford, a Vancouver Island community with a population of 17,940 and median income of $31,000.

If local people shifted only 10 per cent of their shopping dollars currently spent elsewhere, the estimated impact on the economy of that local community would be over $55 million.

If we halved their population figure and applied it to the Columbia Valley, we could expect an impact of, conservatively, $25 million added to the valley’s economy. This is food (and shoes, skincare and furnishings) for thought.

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Attention Crafty Folks and Vendors

We must honour seniors

Elk Park Upper Ranch is hosting its first

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2013 PUBLIC BUDGET MEETING Council will be holding a public consultation meeting on the evening of November 13th, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers (914 – 8th Avenue) for the 2013-2017 Financial Plan. We invite residents and community organizations to share their opinions and comments and provide input on budget and how services are delivered in our community. This will provide Council with very important information regarding community expectations for the upcoming year.

Respectfully, Mayor Gerry Taft

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Learning for all walks of life

November 2, 2012

Dear Editor: In the last weeks, a number of the communities that I represent have lost highly respected elders whose lives were celebrated in memorial services that outlined years of service to community and a commitment to future generations.

It is a tremendous reminder of the important contribution that seniors make to our society. I believe that we must honour that contribution by enhancing our democracy, protecting the things we hold in common, and ensuring opportunity for our children.

And we must be sure that we make choices that show seniors just how deeply we value what they have given and what they continue to give to our communities.

But I am concerned that too frequently the way our

seniors are treated shows very little respect.

Seniors tell me that programs like DriveABLE, fee increases for residential care and reductions to health services make it seem like they are not a priority of the BC Liberal government.

We need to make life better for seniors. We need to invest in ensuring that seniors are comfortable and cared for.

People in this area are very clear that they want the best for the elders in our society. And I agree.

Who we are as a province is measured by the way we treat our seniors. And, in British Columbia, we simply have to do better.

Norm Macdonald Columbia River – Revelstoke MLA

Support bill for generic drugs Dear Editor: I realize that many of you reading this are already committed to helping others in our local communities, within our country and on an international level, but I want to raise awareness of another concern.

Bill C-398, currently before the House of Commons, will reform previous Canadian Access to Medicines legislation so that affordable, life-saving generic medicines will be more readily available to developing countries for the treatment of diseases such as malaria, tuberculosis and AIDS. Canada has the opportunity to

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People are dying needlessly because affordable drug treatment is not available. One in two children born with AIDS, if untreated, dies by the age of 2. How can we, in good conscience, not help to make affordable drug treatment available to so many in this world?

Our Members of Parliament will be voting on this legislation in November. Please urge MP David Wilks to support Bill C-398. You may contact him by email at david.wilks@parl.gc.ca, or by telephone at 613-995-7246.

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November 2, 2012

LETTERS

...’Letters’ continued from page 8

Invermere’s mayor explains deer cull decisions Dear Editor: In May 2010, the District of Invermere council sent a letter to the province with concerns over the number of urban deer. In the fall, the district received the Urban Ungulates Conflict Analysis Report from the province. The report recommended that anti-feeding bylaws be created and enforced, that residents be surveyed on their opinions about deer and deer management options, that an urban deer management committee be established, and that deer populations within the community be counted.

That December, the district created anti-feed bylaws and established terms of reference and appointed six people (plus a Ministry of Environment non-voting member) to an Invermere Urban Deer Management Committee.

In January 2011, the district and committee conducted a survey which 292 residents responded to.

The survey was compiled from similar surveys done in Cranbrook and Kimberley.

In February 2011, the deer committee counted 199 deer within Invermere. During the spring and early summer of 2011, the deer committee completed extensive

research regarding every possible option [for deer management] and provided recommendations to council.

In August 2011, council adopted the following recommendations: a trap and cull program for fall 2011, and a relocation for spring 2012, with the ultimate goal of decreasing urban deer population in Invermere to 50 deer by 2014. Recommendations also included establishing a permanent deer committee, researching community fencing and starting a public education program.

The committee didn’t recommended public hunting, hazing or fertility control. The decision of council to proceed with a deer cull was well documented in local newspapers and there was almost no public reaction.

In November 2011, the district received a provincial permit allowing the cull, and advertised for an urban wildlife control contract position.

In December 2011, a small group began complaining about the decision to undertake a cull. Many were not from Invermere. They formed the Invermere Deer Protection Organization (later Society). When the society’s attempts to change council’s position were unsuccessful, and attempted protests and boycotts of businesses owned by members of

The

council failed, they then turned to legal recourse.

In February 2011, Shane Suman and the society sued the district and received a injunction delaying the cull. When the cull eventually began, a few members of the group followed the contractor and several of the traps were tampered with and vandalized.

The carcasses of the deer killed were offered to residents of Invermere, local First Nations and to our local food bank.

The district was not involved in meat processing. Reports from those who received the meat were positive.

After the cull was over, members of the society suggested they would work on solutions to manage the deer population, promoting non-lethal options. Despite meeting with the deer committee, no recommendations were received. In addition, when asked for suggestions on how to improve deer count methods, which the group have frequently criticized — again, none was received.

In January 2013, a frivolous lawsuit will go to trial and waste tax dollars.

Gerry Taft Mayor, District of Invermere

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Collector lays tracks through history are train crazy except me.”

The velocipede is only Doug’s latest project. The valley man has had his ear to Whether working on a 53-floor highrise the tracks from the age of two when his or the exact specifications of a tiny railing on father, John Thorne, a maintenance forea model CPR passenger car, one train expert man and fire chief at Canadian Pacific from Columere has spent his life paying Railway’s Ogden Shops in Calgary, built close attention to detail and design. him a model train set.

When Doug Thorne’s mental gears “He had a piece of plywood that was began turning on his latest project — a probably about 16 inches wide and six feet rare three-wheeled, human-powered raillong,” Doug said. “He had two pieces of way inspection car from the mid 1920s track on it and he would put the cars on known as a velocipede — it was a chalthere and just raise up the end and the car lenge the retired architectural technician would roll down to the other end. That is couldn’t resist. what hooked me there.”

“You don’t just take something like Remodeling a piece of railway history this apart and throw the pieces on the was far from Doug’s greatest design challawn because you will never get it back tolenge, after a 20-year career spent buildgether,” said Thorne, a long-time collector, ing some of Calgary’s largest structures, builder, and designer of all things railway. including the Petro Canada Centre, 12 In addition to a model train collection with downtown highrises and the City of CalTRAILBLAZING TRIKE ­— Doug Thorne sits upon his 1920s-era antique velocipede car. hundreds of individual engines, cars, and gary Municipal Building.

The Columere restoration expert spent the past year putting together this piece of railway cabooses, Thorne owns an assortment of Working on large-scale construction history, which was used by inspectors to scout railway tracks for imperfections. railway artifacts dating back to the beginprepared him for the challenges of the near Photos by Kristian Rasmussen nings of rail transportation. microscopic work required to build model “When I first came across it the hantrains. Doug has put together over 80 pow“They were very dangerous,” he said. “I used to find dles were all broken and it was all messed up,” Doug said them when I was a kid living in Calgary. We would put ered train units, ten passenger trains, 300 freight cars, and of the velocipede, which he purchased from the original them on the track and throw rocks at them. That was 15 cabooses. Each individual car can take up to a month owners of the Station Pub in Invermere. “You get all the always fun and just a little bit stupid.” to build. crud off of it and get it all cleaned up, painted and you Doug constructs many of his trains from kits, but The rail enthusiast took dozens of photos of the hand look at it and think, ‘Holy smokes! This is great.’” car during its revival and documented his progress with has engineered an equal amount strictly from historical After a year spent restoring the vehicle, Thorne com- multiple blueprints. The car, being close to 100 years old, blueprints of life-size trains. His latest project is a model pleted the project in mid-October. required a brand new wooden frame, which was supplied railway complete with forests, lakes, a train yard, town, The hand car sits on two wheels with a third outrig- by Jim Gibb. The wooden handles on the inspection car and mountains. ger wheel at the front that clips to the opposite track. received their lathe detail work by Lawrie Nichol.

“This is something that I like doing,” he said. “Some The car gains momentum by a rider using their arms to “When you see what people designed at the turn of people collect stamps, some people build model airplanes pump handles in unison with foot pedals. The car can the century and how they work, it is phenomenal,” said other people restore old cars. It is a way to pass the time achieve an estimated top speed of 40 miles per hour, but Doug, who is the latest in a long line of train men in his and enjoyable for me; other people it might drive crazy.” track inspectors were more likely to cruise closer to 15 family. Although he has never worked in rail partly due “If a car is not well detailed it won’t be on the track miles per hour, Doug said. to his colour blindness, all the men in Doug’s family are here,” he added. “It will be back in the hobby shop; some Although four-wheel hand cars were not rare in the employed in some aspect of rail. kids can have it and run it on the carpet.”

1920s, a velocipede was in a family of its own. Only one “My father, my grandfa- ther, my brother in law was likely available in the Windermere rail subdivision, and my son all work for the railway,” said CRAFTY COLLECTOR ­— Doug’s model train hobby which is a 229-kilometre section of track that runs from Doug, who instead became an has led him to build dozens of hand crafted model Fort Steele to Golden. architectural technitrain engines.

The velocipede also came with an explosive element cian after studying contained in a small yellow box near a rider’s feet. The at the Southern box contained what were known as Torpedoes.

Alberta Institute “They were an explosive little device about the size of of Technology. the back of your hand and clamped onto the track. If a train “None of them ran over it, it blew up and made a bang.”

The torpedoes were used by inspectors to warn train engineers of possible defects in the track. The explosives were clamped onto a section of track at varying distances to signal different types of commands to conductors depending on the timing of the explosions. In his youth, Doug discovered somewhat less productive uses for torpedoes.

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff

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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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An explosion of colour Fall colours are in full force across the valley right now as autumn drifts into winter. Pictured, Black Diamond Mountain looms over a sea of colourful foliage by this Delphine Creek viewpoint, on the trail to Shamrock Lake, out past Panorama Mountain Village.

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

Movie Review: Safety Not Guaranteed Reviewed by Kate Irwin Safety Not Guaranteed is a classic example of the old bait-and-switch. Ostensibly billed as a movie about time travel, instead we receive a pleasant-enough piece of romantic fluff, with a science fiction thread running through.

Our sarcastic and droll leading lady, Darius (Aubrey Plaza) is clearly stuck in a timewarp. Living at home with her father, the glum twentysomething cannot hold down a real job; instead, she slaves away as an unpaid intern at a local magazine.

At a job interview, in response to queries on her future ambitions, she gloomily recites, “To expect the worst and try not to get my hopes up.” Back to the internship then.

There, at a story meeting starkly bereft of ideas, someone pitches an investigation of a bizarre classified ad. “Wanted: Someone to go back in time with me. This is

not a joke. You get paid after we get back. Must bring your own weapons. Safety not guaranteed.”

Darius, along with fellow intern Areau (Karan Soni), the textbook geeky student looking to broaden his resume, and journalist Jeff (Jake M. Johnson), are sent to investigate. [On an interesting side note: the spark of inspiration for the movie was this genuine ad, word for word, in a survivalist U.S. magazine.]

Their search takes them to a coastal town in Washington State, where our characters and storylines diverge.

Workshy Jeff delegates the task of seeking out their wacko amateur time traveller to Darius while he chases an old high school flame. We instantly stop caring about Jeff and Arnau. Their screen time from now on is mostly heel-dragging to provide pacing to the main plot.

Darius makes contact with kooky Kenneth Calloway, grocery store clerk turned time traveller. Well, maybe.

The paranoid recluse is a bit of an enigma. As Darius puzzles over the stubborn, seemingly deluded Kenneth and learns his reasons for wanting to return to the past, she begins to wonder if his tales contain a nugget of truth.

Where the film soars is with the dangerous, unpredictable exchanges between Kenneth and Darius, who is drawn to his fantasizing like a moth to a flame. The buddy movie sideline with Jeff and Arnau is frankly a drag, although Jake Johnson provides a solid performance.

Does Safety Not Guaranteed take risks? Yes. Does it take enough? In my opinion, no. But it’s still better than the average Hollywood fare.

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

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

Toby Theatre • Closed from October 28th to December 26th.

Saturday, November 3rd • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Free trail building workshop hosted by the International Mountain Bike Association Trail Care Crew. All are welcome, not just mountain bikers. Theory will be taught at the Invermere Fire Hall, and after lunch attendees will work on a section of the Kloosifier Trail on the Toby Bench. Includes free lunch from A&W. For more information contact the Columbia Valley Cycling Society at cvcyclingsociety@ hotmail.com .

• 9 a.m.: Windermere Valley Ski Club Ski & Snowboard Swap at the Community Hall in Invermere.

Drop off gear to sell from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Doors open to the public at 12 p.m., sale continues until 3 p.m. For more information, contact Jenny Hoffos at 250-342-3819 .

• 1 p.m.: Spiritual Practices discussion at Christ Church Trinity: “What does spiritual mean to you?”

An open non-denominational gathering to enhance the emerging group with a diversity of views, beliefs, questions and paths. No cost. For more information, email cmacc47@gmail.com .

Wednesday, November 7th • 3:30 p.m.: Junior Curling begins for novice curlers at Invermere Curling club. $40 for 15 week program. To register please contact drgaspar@telus.net or Invermere Curling Club at 250-342-3315.

• 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.: Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club

Wednesday, November 7th

Saturday, November 17th

“open house” at Crazy Soles in Invermere. Memberships and registration for all club programs, free waxing clinic, ski movies and ski equipment purchasing seminar.

Santa, live local entertainment and window display contest. For more information, call Alita Bentley at 250341-3775 .

• 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Third Annual Arts Alive show at the Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Unique, handmade, Canadian art work available from local artists. Admission is $2, proceeds to benefit ICAN. For more information, email info@blissbeads.ca or phone Sandra at 250-342-6507 or Kelly at 250-342-9394.

Thursday, November 8th • 7 p.m.: Killer Rollbots recruitment night and info session at Invermere Community Hall. All gear will be provided and pizza. No skating skill required. Open to females age 19 and older. Gear and skate fitting by Nerd Roller Skates. For more info, call Jess at 250-342-5321.

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Saturday, November 10th • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Braeden Gagatek’s birthday party at the Invermere Community Hall. All community members invited. In place of gifts, Braeden would like donations to the East Kootenay Brain Injury Society. Any gifts brought will be given to the Christmas Bureau. For more information, contact Kimberley or Norman Gagatek at 250-688-0950.

• 9 p.m.: Kyprios and the Chaperones at Bud’s Bar. Tickets are $10. Kyprios is the former Sweatshop Union frontman, who is now touring with a band. For more info, call 250-342-2965.

Sunday, November 11th • 10:30 a.m.: Canal Flats Remembrance Day ceremony at the Civic Centre, for more information contact Ute Juras at 250-489-9070.

• 10:30 a.m.: Invermere Remembrance Day parade.

Begins at Legion and continues to Cenotaph Park.

• 3:45 p.m.: Edgewater Remembrance Day parade march from Legion to Cenotaph. 5:30 p.m. $12 wings and ribs dinner at Legion. For more information contact Vi Wittman at 250-346-0044.

Friday, November 16th • 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Adventure Club returns to the Invermere Public Library! Students in Grades 5 - 7 are invited to help us solve the mysterious death of the Baroness Arabella Rummun. For more info, call 250-342-6416

by November 14th to let us know you plan to join.

Saturday, November 17th • 5 p.m.: Light Up Night in Invermere. Christmas parade beginning at 6 p.m. Event features visits with

• 6 p.m - 11 p.m.: ICAN Dinner and “Raise the Woof ” Comedy Show to raise money for a new rescue and adoption centre. MC Bill Cropper, dinner by Anne Riches. Doors open 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., comedy show follows at Invermere Community Hall. Ages 19+. Tickets $45 at The Book Bar, One Hour Photo, Invermere Vet Hospital, Furry Companions, Smoking Waters Coffee Co. For more info, call 250-341-7888.

Friday, November 30th • 12 p.m.: Soup and a bun and dessert at Edgewater Legion $6. For more info, call Joyce Longe at 250347-9388.

Invermere Library hours • Tuesday to Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Invermere Thrift Store hours • Thursdays: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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The Halloween Howler, put on by the Radium Events Committee, drew hundreds of visitors looking for family fun and spooky entertainment in the form of a haunted house, Halloween crafts and ghostly wagon rides.

Pictured, clockwise, from above: crowds line up around the Haunted Eaton House for their chance to enter the ghoulish gala; Ella Swan performs her demonic duties welcoming haunted house visitors; six-month-old Nash DuBois spends his first Halloween as baby Beelzebub and is held by Jessie Martin, 8; Layla Chouchene displays her darker side on the upper floor of the haunted house.

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As part of the LACE campaign Options for Sexual Health will be holding a

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Tuesday, November 6th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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Freeriders fly into eighth season at Panorama

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff

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With some slight changes in direction, the Panorama Mountain Freeride Club is preparing to soar for another year. Young skiers can look forward to a season of learning how to huck, jump and fly through the vertical realm.

“If the kids want to shoot for the stars, we’re going to hire an astronaut,” said Dave McGrath, Panorama Mountain Freeride Club program director, who has recently added two stellar coaches to the staffing lineup.

Among the club’s eight coaches are newcomers Karen MacDonald — a former mogul skier and National Freestyle Team member with more than 30 World Cup starts to her name — and veteran Big Mountain competition circuit skier Michael Brush, who’s back to teach his second season with the club.

“These two high-profile coaches are both champions in their sports,” said Dave, who’s been a fill-in coach with the club during the past two years as he’s HIGH FLIER — Panorama Mountain Freeride Club coach embarked on his own real estate career. He’s taking Michael Brush goes airborne in front of spectators at a competition the helm for the club’s eighth year after Mike and on the slopes of Panorama.

Photo submitted Andrea Meadus, who guided it previously. at Panorama Mountain Village each weekend starting “What they’ve done for our ski culture and youth skiing is massive,” he said. “The contributions December 15th, and on any day after 20 centimetres of they’ve made to grow the ski culture in our region are snow or more has fallen, Dave said.

It all gets underway with getting kids on trampolines unsurpassed, and for this, they both deserve a huge, heartfor a dryland training segment coordinated by MacDonfelt thank you.” ald starting on November 16th. The air techniques trainThe all-mountain club focuses on training students in the foundations of skiing, on moguls, in all aspects of ing at Invermere’s Glacier Peaks Gymnastic Centre will the terrain park, and in big mountain skiing down major help new freeskiers get their bearings on how to move and twist through the air. terrain and cliffs.

“In the past, dryland training has been about condi“Our philosophy of freeride is that it’s an up-and-comtioning and crossfit-style training, so this is new,” Dave said. ing discipline,” said Dave. The goal is to see six and sevenAmong the club’s first events, a Rail Jam in Pothole year-olds hitting jumps, and by age 8, doing switch skiing, Park is a possibility for late November or December.

360-degree spins and 540-degree spins, he explained.

“We like the kids, by the end of the season, to be out- More planned events include a Christmas freestyle camp, skiing the parents,” he said, adding that it’s not unusual a spring camp, and a two-day Try Freestyle program.

For $650, a skier in the program gets 15 instruction to see kids who have been through the program taking on challenging, hike-in terrain such as the Taynton Bowl. days on the snow, while $1,200 buys a skier 30 instrucThis season, the club is aiming to draw 45 to 60 ski- tion days on snow. Lift tickets must be purchased sepaers from ages five through 16. The program will be active rately. To learn more, contact Dave at 250-341-1967.

ADVENTURE CLUB FOR KIDS Friday, November 16th 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

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Budget bill could impact local lakes

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff

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The federal omnibus budget bill now being debated in Ottawa could mean significant changes to the laws governing waterway protection, local lake advocates say.

“Right now, we’re talking to other lake stewardship groups across Canada to find out how it’s affecting them,” said Kristen Harma, program director for the Lake Windermere Ambassadors.

Of the 32,000 waterways in Canada that are now protected under the Navigable Waters Protection Act, the

updated Act would list 97 lakes and portions of 62 rivers, while shifting towards a risk-based regulatory regime.

Lake Windermere is unlikely to remain on that shortlist, and the Regional District of East Kootenay’s draft surface water regulations and development permit areas will also be informed by the changes to the federal act. That could affect homeowners’ ability to build or renovate near the lake’s shoreline, add a dock or bring in sand for a beach.

Budget bill C-45 was tabled on October 18th, and contains changes to several federal acts, including more alterations to the Fisheries Act.

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EAST KOOTENAY BRAIN INJURY THANKS • Golden and Invermere for their great support • Queen-size quilt donated by Phyllis Armstrong, won by Brad Logan • Table cloth donated by Dusty, won by Pat Roome • NutCase Helmit donated by EKBIA, won by Dan Wall • 50/50 winners: Maxine Tress and Terri Baker For info on head injury support, call Debbie at 250-344-5674 or email outreachgold@ekbia.org.

Colbin Armstrong and his mother Collette drawing our prize winners.

Remember: Brain injury hurts.

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE (Grants-in-Aid)

Pursuant to section 176 of the Local Government Act, the District of Invermere has authority to provide financial assistance to community groups. Council invites applications for financial assistance in preparation of its 2013 budget. The total budget allocation for grants is $10,000. Those groups or organizations wishing to apply for financial assistance are requested to make written application to the Council before November 10, 2012.

Application forms are available at the Municipal Office or our website www.invermere.net

Survivor styles Breast cancer survivors strutted their stuff during the fashion show at the Clearly... A Breast Friends’ Bash event on Saturday, October 27th. The evening, which celebrated the $1 million raised by the East Kootenay Foundation for Health towards a new digital stereotactic mammography machine, was held at the Black Forest Restaurant and featured a three-course dinner, door prizes, and live entertainment by Marty and Eli Beingessner.

Pictured, clockwise from top left: models Heather McLaughlin, Lynn Haskin, Donna Strand, Maria Kloos, Denise Reid, Trish Raven, and Barb Smith, Norma Franson and Joanne Willox from Details by Joanne, Gloria McLean from Essentials, and Francine Feldmann and Donna McKay from Tiffany’s Thredz.

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Instead of gifts, donations accepted to East Kootenay Brain Injury Society.

Gifts for children will be given to the Christmas Bureau.

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Resort to hibernate

By Pioneer Staff For the first time since its opening in 1977, Radium Resort will be closing its doors for the entire winter.

A reduction in winter profits, re-roofing of a hotel building and shut-down time required for regular maintenance work are all factors in the decision to close from November 1st until March 28th, 2013, said Wilda Schab, General Manager.

“Our business has been built around our golf courses and developments complementary to the golf courses and hospitality facilities,” she said. “During the winter months, we recognize that we cannot sustain the same success that we are able to achieve during the golf season.”

Aside from late fall shoulder season closures lasting up to six weeks, the resort has never had to close down for long. It will continue with 19 full-time staff this

winter, though 13 employees have had to be laid off, Ms. Schab reported.

The hotel, health centre, and food and beverage operations will remain closed until next Easter, she added. However, the Rising Sun Spa will remain open throughout the closure as it is privately owned.

“We have a strong recognition that our operational change does affect local employment and real people found in our loyal staff and guests,” Ms. Schab said. “Our commitment to building our resort as a premier golf destination is unwavering.”

The decision to make the change to a seasonal operation will likely become permanent and was made by resort management, consultants and partners and approved by the board of directors, Ms. Schab added.

Resort management will be available during the off season to assist club members and visitors to find alternative lodging.

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YOUR MONEY

Reasons to work during your retirement The face of retirement is changing. Canada’s new retirees are younger, more active and enjoy greater longevity than those before them. Due to these factors, an increasing number of people are planning to work in retirement.

Unlike their parent’s generation, many baby boomers feel that retirement is about more than simply not working. In fact, multiple studies indicate that 50 to 75 per cent of baby boomers plan to, and will, do some form of work once retired.

Furthermore, some people choose to retire because they no longer want to do the job they have done for their entire life and would like to try something new.

If you are approaching retirement, here are a few things to consider when deciding if working in retirement is right for you.

More income For many people, earning additional income is necessary in retirement. For others, it can be a way to continue building their investment portfolios, rather than drawing from them. This can be particularly important to young retirees who expect to have a long, healthy retirement.

Some retirees consider the improvements that working can make in their lifestyle. If picking up part-time work allows them to enjoy extras such as travel, many people are happy to do so. In most cases when people are generating more income, they can spend more freely.

Keeping busy Many retirees don’t realize how much of their time is spent working a regular nine-to-five job. As a result, they are often surprised at the amount of free time they have upon retiring.

For people with limited hobbies or personal interests, it can sometimes be difficult to find enough things to fill their days. Additionally, people who like to keep busy can sometimes feel that their skills are under-utilized in retirement.

Keeping busy is an important component of remaining sharp and healthy at any age, and can be especially meaningful in retirement. Taking a part-time job is a good way for people to keep themselves active both physically and mentally.

For those who don’t want to work, participating in hobbies and social activities is essential.

Feeling useful Most people find that their greatest satisfaction in life comes from their families, personal achievements and work accomplishments.

In retirement, it can sometimes be difficult to duplicate the fulfillment a career can provide. This can be especially true for those who feel their identity is closely tied to their work.

These people might consider continuing to work

within their career field but in a part-time capacity or as a consultant.

Self-employment Self-employment offers unique benefits to retirees.

With the right employees in place, they can continue to work as much or as little as they choose during retirement and keep the satisfaction of vocational achievement as long as they own their business.

They also enjoy the advantage of earning income and perhaps even growing their business as they phase out of work. Sometimes people choose to start a small business as a retirement project, usually in a field that they find interesting or enjoyable.

This can enable people to keep themselves busy, provide extra income and spend time doing something they like. Those who have friends or family with similar interests might consider starting a business together to pool ideas and strengths, and create an opportunity to spend time together.

Enjoying retirement With or without work, retirement should be the best years of a person’s life. Careful and realistic planning should be done to ensure that retirement is all a person desires.

Whatever they decide to do, they should feel that they have a sense of purpose, which will help them to enjoy a long and healthy retirement.

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Deluge of debuts at wine fest

By Greg Amos Pioneer Staff With 10 B.C. wineries making their first appearance at the 11th annual East Kootenay Wine Festival, new tastes will be in abundance at the popular valley event.

From casual wine sippers to aspiring sommeliers, locals and visitors alike are encouraged to keep their taste buds primed for the Saturday, November 3rd event, which has 173 wines confirmed for the evening, produced by 45 wineries hailing from B.C.’s several diverse wine regions.

Two of the competing wineries, Skimmerhorn Winery and Vineyard and Baillie-Grohman Estate Winery, come from Creston, the nearest wine growing region to the East Kootenays.

“Nobody had ever tried growing grapes in the Creston region, and now there’s two wineries,” said Marion Garden, marketing coordinator for Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, where the event is being held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Skimmerhorn is returning to the competition as a previous winner, after its 2009 Marechal Foch was found to be the best full-bodied red wine at the 2011 East Kootenay Wine Festival.

“This property occupies kind of a little heat island in the middle of the valley,” said Skimmerhorn Winery owner Al Hoag. The bench, found at an elevation of between 600 metres and 650 metres, emerges free of frost earlier than its surroundings each spring, allowing his gewürztraminer, pinot gris, marechal foch and pinot noir grapes to get a good start.

“We were strongly discouraged from trying [a vineyard] here; we were told we were crazy,” said Hoag, adding the Creston area has just 300 to 400 acres suited for vineyards in an agricultural area that encompasses 25,000 acres.

“The Fairmont show is head and shoulders above all the other ones,” he said. “It’s a great night, and exposes us to the exact clientele we’re aiming for.”

For first time, the event will include a free shuttle bus from Invermere and Windermere to the resort, including a return trip at end of the night.

“I think a lot of people would like to come but are put off by the fact there’s a bit of a drive involved in going to Fairmont,” said Garden. The bus schedule can be found online at www.fairmonthotsprings.com/east-kootenaywine-festival .

The 10 debuting B.C. wineries at the festival include Krazy Legs Vineyards, Cedar Creek Estate Winery, Black Hills Estate Winery, Calliope Winery, Poplar Grove Winery, Covert Farms Organic, Domaine de Chaberton, Castoro de Oro Estate Winery, Young & Wyse Collection, and Cassini Cellars, which was ranked as Canada’s 14th best winery last year by Wine Access magazine.

The festival is also offering a package that includes a wine-paired dinner on Friday night, featuring last year’s winning wines. The festival is based entirely on a people’s choice format, with blind taste tests on Saturday evening used to determine the winning wines. No sommeliers or wine experts are involved in the judging. There are 400 tickets being sold for the event, and few are still left. For more information, call 250-345-6070.

New faces for Tourism Radium

By Kristian Rasmussen, Pioneer Staff Tourism Radium has changed their roster by electing three new directors to the board at their annual general meeting on Monday, October 22nd.

Nazir Rahemtulla of the Park Inn, Scott Sauermann of Royal LePage and Douglas McIntosh of Chattan Holdings have begun their one-year terms as new directors of Tourism Radium.

“I think we have a good mix because there are some accommodators, restaurant owners and a real estate agent,” said Radium Chamber of Commerce manager Kent Kebe.

Nazir Rahemtulla, who manages the Park Inn in Radium, moved to the valley three months ago from Calgary and will begin his one-year term with fellow board members at the first meeting on November 5th.

“I know that we have good ideas,” he said.

“We just have to put our heads together and make them work.”

Mr. Rahemtulla graduated from the University of Lethbridge with a degree in Management and has diplomas in hotel and restaurant management from Toronto’s Ryerson University. He is also a chartered accountant, chartered financial analyst and certified

fraud examiner.

“I am going to bring those skill sets with me when I am looking at tourism and how to improve things in the market here,” he added.

Mr. Rahemtulla has outlined three challenges that Tourism Radium will have to face in the upcoming term. A strong Canadian currency, which hurts American tourism, a tough global economy and the high cost of fuel are all factors that the new board will have to overcome to attract visitors to the valley.

Backing up Mr. Rahemtulla’s financial background is Royal LePage’s Scott Sauermann. The Radium realtor graduated from Medicine Hat College in 2002 with a major in business marketing. He has lived in the Columbia Valley since 2006 and has been a board member with the Radium Chamber of Commerce for four years.

The new directors will be able to draw on the wealth of experience from returning board members, who include Graham Kerslake of the Village Country Inn as president, Leann Laisznez of Meet on Higher Ground Coffee as vice president, Kristin McCauley of the Crystal Springs Motel as treasurer and Rodney Conklin of Casa Vino Wine Bar as secretary.

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CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS INVERMERE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEMBERS Are you an avid reader?

Would you like to see a new library?

Would you like to be a part of your library’s future?

In accordance with the Library Act, the District of Invermere is inviting applications for membership on the Invermere Public Library Board.

Membership on the Board will be for a two year term, commencing January, 1 2013.

To be eligible, you must be a resident or elector of the District of Invermere.

Members of the Invermere District Council, employees of the District of Invermere and employees of the existing Library Board are not eligible.

Members of the Invermere Public Library Board are guardians of a “public trust”. They have a legal and moral obligation to ensure that the public library provides relevant and efficient service to the community that it supports.

Successful candidates must possess a strong sense of community service, willingness to work respectfully as part of a team and have good communication skills.

Normal Board activities include: • Assuring that adequate funding is available; • Assessing the needs of the community and advocating for the library; • The development and revision of library policy; • The development and implementation of a vision and strategic plan; • Assisting the Library Director in implementation of the strategic plan in accordance with Policy.

New board members must be willing to attend training and information sessions designed to assist them in the work they undertake on behalf of the Invermere Library Board.

Interested persons are invited to submit written applications on or before November 16th, 2012 @ 4:30 p.m. to: Kindry Luyendyk, Corporate Officer Box 339, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 or to corproateservices@invermere.net

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Firearms Courses & Challenges Restricted, Non-Restricted and Youth Licence.

Courses and Challenges offered

Event to bring Christmas cheer

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff

Call: 403-679-8122 (Mark, Invermere) Serving the Columbia Valley in Firearms Safety

DISTRICT OF INVERMERE 914 – 8th Avenue, PO Box 339 Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 Tel: (250) 342-9281 • Fax: (250) 342-2934

2013 DOI BUDGET SURVEY It is budget time again and the District wants to know your opinions and views to assist us in finalizing the 2013-2017 Financial Plan.

This annual survey provides you with an opportunity to outline your priorities as it relates to the DOI budgeting process and projects that are being considered by Council. Your participation is important and is a key part of our process for; developing the 2013-2017 budget plans, assisting us in allocating funds and services and determining tax rates.

Surveys are available online at www.invermere.net. For residents who may not have a computer or access to one, you can pick-up a hard copy of the survey from the DOI Municipal Office at 914 - 8th Avenue.

Please submit or return surveys to the District office by November 16th, 2012

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As winter approaches, an Invermere festival has plans to brighten up the season, starting on November 17th.

The fifth annual Light Up Night in Invermere returns this year with a parade, visits with Santa, a window decorating competition and hot cocoa shared with friends and family, said Alita Bentley, event organizer and chair of the Invermere Business Committee. “Light Up Night is a festive, family-oriented event where we celebrate the season and do it with a little bit of style,� she said. “It is about community spirit and community pride.�

The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. and features a Christmas parade rolling through the downtown core at 6 p.m.

Last year’s parade drew crowds and featured more than 30 floats. Parade competitors will vie for prizes in categories ranging from most enthusiasm to most flashy.

Children wanting to get their wish list off to the North Pole will get their chance at Santa’s Den, which will feature elf entertainment. Participating business will remain open on Light Up Night until 8 p.m.

Christmas shoppers will be given a visual treat as local businesses compete in the window decorating competition to win a Christmas party for 12 at The Station Pub. “We want to put the invitation out to all the residents of the Columbia Valley to come on out and enjoy the event,� Alita said. “Bring friends and family and tell visitors to come on out and support it and hopefully with each year it is just going to get bigger and better.�

What teeth you have RCMP Staff Sergeant Marko Shehovac poses with Katherine McCleary, 5, at Eileen Madson Primary school on Wednesday, October 31st. Staff Sgt. Shehovac was on the scene with a custom candy bucket addition attached to the bumper of his cruiser and offered passing students a wolfish welcome.

Photo by Kristian Rasmussen

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PIONEER ON THE ROAD

Radiant ramblers Enter the Pioneer’s annual travel contest for your chance to win two tickets to a Calgary Flames’ game and a night at a Calgary hotel courtesy of Invermere’s Travel World.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 25

November 2, 2012

Pioneer Classifieds

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ANNOUNCEMENT

ANNOUNCEMENT

cheers & jeers

cheers & jeers

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cheers & jeers

Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424.

Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday (closed), and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.

Narcotics Anonymous meeting now available. Thursdays at 8 p.m. Call 250-342-1071 for more info.

Cheers to Barb, the cashier at Sobeys. You make our shopping experience a pleasure. ~ Your Alberta friends.

Jeers to me for passing someone in a construction zone. I’m sorry: it was dark and I thought the construction zone had ended. My sincere apologies.

Jeers to the restaurant with the overpriced breakfast and horribly slow service. An hour to get our food, a big problem with remembering 4 iced teas and 3 ginger ales. It’s a good thing that there was an absolutely ridiculous 15% gratuity automatically added onto the bill for groups of 6 or more or there would be no tip either.

Cheers to Bonnie-Lou for fostering our last two ICAN dogs. You are an angel!

Windy Café . . . is now open for lunch from 11:30 a.m - 2:30 p.m. and dinner as always from 5 - 9 p.m. Enjoy 10% off all orders.

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 7:15 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital).

For information, please call 250342-8255.

WVSC Ski Swap. Saturday, November 3rd. Check-in your used skis, snowboard, sports gear, 9 - 11:30 a.m. Sale starts at 12 p.m. Invermere Community Hall. Ski tuning by Zenon Sharko, concession. Find your bargain!

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Rising Sun Massage and Spa will remain open at the Radium Resort during their winter closure.

To book an appointment, Lyn or Monita or both with be available, just call 250-341-5668 or email risingsunbc@telus.net.

Gift certificates available by contacting Lyn directly.

Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club Open House at Crazy Soles Store.

Wednesday, November 7th, 7 - 9 p.m. Memberships and registration for all club programs, free waxing clinic, ski movies and ski equipment purchasing seminar.

cheers & jeers Cheers to Brandon at Fairmont Goldsmith for always treating me with dignity and respect when I come into the store. It is a pleasure doing business with you! ~ CB. Cheers to the Grade 6 girl at Windermere School who found my wallet in the parking lot and brought it to the office. You saved my day - thank you!

Jeers to J.J. You sure changed. ~ From a bunch of members.

In Memoriam

Barney Weismiller June 17, 1952 - October 30, 2009 We cried when you passed away.

We still cry today.

Although we loved you dearly, we couldn’t make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best.

Love from, Kathy, Tristan, Derek, Tara (Shane), Amanda (Chad), Allison, and grandchildren.

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Cheers to Kirk, Scott, Wade and Ross for working to restore pride in a once very proud organization!

Eddie would be proud! Good luck for the rest of the year.

Cheers to Ivan and Barry for aboveand-beyond customer service at great rates!

Cheers to Tony and the gang at Rona’s sawmill for sharing your expertise, providing a great demonstration, and treating us with goodies! Our field trip was awesome. Huge thanks from the EMP Grade 3s.

Cheers to Rich McCleary for sharing your passion, enthusiasm & expertise with all of us Grade 3s.

The field trip you organized for us was spectacular and your ongoing involvement at EMP is greatly appreciated. Thanks for all you do ~ EMP Grade 3s Jeers to the local business that gives wealthy Albertans tax breaks on merchandise purchased here in the valley. You are not doing anything for BC taxpayers? You don’t belong here and I sincerely hope you get audited.

Jeers to those who continue to leave their household garbage behind commercially locked bins.

They are locked because we pay for their disposal. Instead I have to spend my morning cleaning what the ravens got into. There is a free transfer station in Windermere and Edgewater.

Jeers to the people leaving fruit on their trees and bringing bears into town. They’re fattening up for the winter right now and can’t resist the buffet you’re putting on. It’s dangerous for the bears and residents.

Cheers to our star employee, Kuba! You are a wonderful person, employee and friend!

Cheers to Cross Roads Collective for building your creative, professional, handsome shop and always tidy yard. You are a wonderful, welcoming representative of our uniquely vibrant valley neighbourhood.

Jeers to the young man who chose to spread a vicious rumor about a girl to the hockey team. Your idea of a joke is truly disgusting. You should be ashamed of yourself. I hope it was worth losing a friendship over.

Shame on you.

Jeers to the two little girls who stole my sunflowers. I worked hard to grow those. I know who you are.

Cheers to the folks who did some major trail rerouting near the top of Mount Swansea. My wife and I just did the hike yesterday and heartily approve of the improvements.

Yours truly ~ Brian Wesley.

Cheers to everyone who hosted the family Halloween party down at Elk Park Ranch. It was awesome!

Cheers to Cory Stanbury from the Family Pantry in Windermere for outstanding customer service! Your hard work made our party a huge success. Thanks again for the black vodka!

Cheers to the cheers made last week about relocating the IDPO members. Perfect idea for the serious out of control deer population! Let’s get on with the cull!

Phone: 250-341-6299 Fax: 250-341-6229 Email: info@cv-pioneer.com www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

A million cheers to Terry of Kootenay Savings in Radium for helping out a lot on our new jeep diesel. Appreciate it so much.

The biggest cheers to Jordie and Jon for donating their own time to make the FBRBPHTCX cyclocross race in Fairmont such a great event.

We all had so much fun, especially the kids. Cheers!

Cheers to everyone who helped put on the Edgewater Halloween Dance. An awesome time was had buy all! Jeers to me for wasting my Sunday sleeping and lying on the couch in agony because of all the jello shots.

Cheers to the beautiful fashion models at the Breast Friends’ Bash.

You rocked it, ladies!

Cheers and thank you to the lady in the red car for saving my dog and I from being attacked by the deer on Sunday. ~ Grampa.

Cheers to MR for showing us there’s no crying in baseball. Jeers to him going back to Ontario. Good luck buddy!

Cheers to Mike Ryan for being such an amazing guy. The valley will miss you. I’ve learned so much from you; like there is no crying in baseball.

Cheers to Ty and Jayson of the Columbia Valley Rockies for coming out and helping every Tuesday and Thursday with the pre-school skating class. You guys rock! It is very much appreciated.

storage NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

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

commercial space Rent/sell: approx. 2,400 sq. ft. between Home Renovation Centre & Fitz Flooring. For more information please call Lorne at 250-270-0102.

For lease: 1,200 sq. ft. finished office space. Available immediately.

Call Scott at 250-342-5758.

For lease: newly renovated, beautiful office spaces. Street level. From 250 sq. ft. to 1,200 sq. ft., air-conditioned. Available immediately. Panache Building across from the A&W. Call 250-3425805.

For lease: 2,000 sq. ft. office and warehouse space. Located at #2 – 108 Industrial Road #2. $1,350/ month + HST and utilities. Phone Leo at 250-342-1177.

1,200 sq. ft. commercial space.

Excellent highway location, adjacent to Canadian Tire. Available October 1st. 250-342-3790.

FOR LEASE: 1,900 sq. ft. of prime space in Invermere Industrial Park.

Presently used as a wood working shop. Lease rate is $7.50 per sq. ft., + triple net, HST and hydro.

Available January 1st. Call Gerry, 250-341-1202.

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commercial space

SUITE FOR RENT

Approximately 240 sq. ft. firstfloor finished office space on Main Street, bonus 500 sq. ft. reception/ meeting room. $450/month inclusive. Call Ben, 250-688-0362.

shared accommodation Private room with cable, phone, laundry access, Internet, and all utilities included, $400/month + $200 D.D., N/P. 1-866-222-0325.

Invermere: furnished room for rent in Westside Park. Available immediately. Call 250-688-7787.

Invermere: roommate needed to share large, 3 bedroom house on the lake. Fully furnished. 250-3421791.

Are you newly retired? Perhaps looking to downsize? Tired of the worries of homeownership?

Here’s a great opportunity for an individual who would appreciate shared accommodation in a spacious home without the headaches of home ownership.

For more information call 250-341-7711.

SUITE FOR RENT CARRIAGE COURT APARTMENTS! 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. Utilities not included. $750/month.

Available immediately. 250-2700729.

2-bdrm, 2-bath near Kinsmen beach. Walk to downtown. Fully furnished, 6 appliances, $1,000/ month includes utilities. N/S, N/P. 250-342-8787.

Radium: modern 2-bdrm, lowerlevel suite. W/D, D/W. $850/month, utilities included. 250-342-3790.

Radium: 3-bdrm apartment. $550/ month in winter, $600/month in summer. One house pet. Phone Tim. 250-342-7337.

Wilder subdivision: 1-bdrm + den, lower suite of renovated home.

Includes kitchen, W/D, Internet, fenced yard and shed. Available immediately. $650/month + utilities. Call 250-341-7701.

Invermere: large, bright, 2-bdrm basement suite with separate entrance. Appliances shared, W/D, central location, and 2 blocks to D/T, school, and hospital. 3 blocks to groceries & beach. Pets OK, N/S. Available immediately. $625/ month + utilities. Call Grant 403493-1245.

Radium: 1-bdrm basement suite for rent. N/S, N/P, responsible renter. $550/month, includes utilities. 250-347-9958.

Large, renovated 2-bdrm suite close to schools. Large yard, insuite laundry. $750/month + utilities. 18thstrental@gmail.com .

2-bdrm, 1-bath, lower suite. Wood stove, N/P, W/D. $900/month. 250341-5665.

4-bdrm, 2-bath basement suite.

W/D, N/P, N/S, no partiers. $1,100/month, utilities included.

References required. 250-3426010.

Large 1-bdrm, fully furnished basement suite in Invermere. Wood heat, no W/D. Long-term preferred. $600/month, utilities included, D.D. required Available immediately.

250-342-3832.

house FOR RENT Radium: 3-bdrm spacious house.

N/P, N/S. $1,000 + utilities and $1,000 D.D. Available immediately.

For more info call 250-347-9915.

Townhouse for rent at Cedarwood Glen Estates. 3-bdrm, 1.5 baths, garage. $1,200/month + utilities.

N/S, N/P. Available immediately.

250-341-1182.

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house FOR RENT Windermere: ideal family home on acreage. Modern, beautifully finished 4-bdrm, 2.5-bath, hardwood/tiled floors. Cozy wood-burning fireplace. W/D, N/S, dishwasher. Minimum 1-year lease, references please. $1,400/month.

250-342-3790.

Westridge: 5-bdrm, 3-bath, large deck, fenced yard, double garage.

F/S, D/W, microwave. N/S, N/P. $1,500/month + utilities. Available November. 604-935-7519.

3-bdrm, 2 full bath. Wood and propane heat, 7 appliances, fenced yard. Will allow small dog. $950/ month + D.D. 250-489-6298.

house FOR RENT

FOR RENT RADIUM

3 bedroom, 2 bathroom large family home. $1,100 + utilities.

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo, large corner unit. $900 includes utilities .

FAIRMONT

2 bedroom, 2 bathroom executive home, close to golf courses. $1,500 + utilities.

4 bedroom family home in Columbia Ridge. $1,000 + utilities.

INVERMERE

3 bedroom, 2 bathroom unfurnished family homes available from $1,150 + utilities.

2 bedroom+ den, 1.5 bathroom, furnished townhome. $1,250 + utilities.

WINDERMERE

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on Windermere Loop Rd. $1,250 + utilities.

JUNIPER HEIGHTS

2 bedroom furnished trailer. $800 + utilities.

Fairmont: bright, 3-bdrm, 1.5bath, large yard. 6 appliances, N/P, N/S. $900/month + hydro.

Refrences required. 250-345-6100 or 250-341-8177.

Edgewater: 2-bdrm mobile home with large addition. Wood/electric heat. Best suited for a couple or a single. N/P. Call 250-347-9500 or email hilltop1@telus.net .

Invermere: 3-bdrm, 2.5-bath house. #4, Lochend Lane, right behind Sobeys. 2-storey, full basement, large master bedroom with ensuite, walk-in closet. 5 appliances plus garburator, covered front porch, fully fenced backyard patio. Single attached garage. Built 2005. Mature couple or single, kids OK, N/P, N/S. $1,100/month + utilities and $1,100 D.D. Available immediately. Call 403-472-6684.

Downtown Invermere: 2-bdrm, 1-bath, W/D, N/S, N/P. 1-year lease, $800/month + utilities. Available immediately. 250-341-6080.

Windermere 3-bdrm, 1-bath, 5 appliances, recently renovated mobile on large lot. Quiet residential street, N/P, N/S, $800/ month + D.D. 403-286-1132.

Lovely views of downtown Invermere, on double lot. 3-bdrms, 2-bath, fully furnished with wood stove. Available November 1st May 1st. $800/month + utilities.

For more info call 250-342-6605.

SEASONAL

Fully furnished and equipped 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condos in Lake Windermere Pointe and Heron Point from $1,250 inclusive.

www.gdpm.ca

condo FOR RENT

condo FOR RENT

FOR RENT

Lake Windermere Point in Invermere: 2-bdrm + den, 2-bath, lake view, underground parking, fully furnished with leather couches. N/S, N/P, available immediately. $1,000/month, includes all utilities. 403-561-0111.

INVERMERE: Lake Windermer Pointe starting at $800/month for unfurnished; $1,250 and up for furnished.

Pool, underground parking, elevator and much more.

CASTLE ROCK: Luxurious condo, 2 master suites, fantastic view, garage. $1,250 plus utilities.

RADIUM RESORT: Furnished 2 bedroom condo at $1,250 plus utilities.

FAIRMONT SOUTH: Luxury two bedroom furnished home at Spirits Reach.

Call for information.

Contact Eric Redeker 250-342-5914

or call Ben Green at 250-688-0362 for more info.

FirstChoiceRentals.ca

Large 4-bdrm, 2-bath house with large yard in downtown Invermere. W/D, DW, microwave, N/S, fireplace, internet. $1,200 + utilities or $1,500 all included.

Available immediately. 250-3411650 or helmimagic@uniserve. com .

Canal Flats: 2-bdrm, 1.5bath condo with in-suite laundry. 1,000 sq. ft. of beautiful, comfortable, living space in quiet neighbourhood. $700/month + utilities. Available immediately.

Call 403-873-8158 or e-mail canalcondo@live.ca.

Serious inquiries only.

condo FOR RENT Available immediately: 1,700 sq. ft. 3-bdrm, 2.5-bath condo in Copperside. $1,400/month, includes heat, air, water, sewer, propane, underground parking, storage locker. Also includes membership in Lake View Meadows Community Association - private beach access, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room and tennis court.

Small pets welcome. Must sign a one-year lease. 250-342-2536.

Canal Flats condo, Jade Landing Development: 2+1 Bedrooms, 1-bath, 6 appliances, partially finished basement, 12 minutes to Fairmont. $750/month + utilities.

Available immediately. Contact Mike, 403-804-6937.

Akiskinook: 3-bdrm, 2-bath, furnished, N/P, N/S. $1,250/month, utilities included. srowell@telus. net or 403-861-0544.

Phoenix, Arizona: Winter rental, golf/vacation. Chandler area. Bungalow-style condo, fully furnished, equipped. 2-bdrm, 2-bath. $1,850/month. Available December 2012 and April 2013.

See pictures at rentalo.com, ID #383927. Call Gary Thompson, 250345-6603 or cell, 250-341-8573.

Radium: 2-bdrm top-floor condo with heated parking and outdoor hot tub. Granite, maple cabinets, fireplace. $1,250/month includes utilities. 403-861-7754.

Invermere: 2-bdrm, 2-bath furnished condo. Close to downtown. N/S, N/P, no partiers, references. $1,025/month, utilities included. 403-978-4559 or 403251-4556.

2-bdrm condo near Sobeys. N/S, N/P, with washer and dryer. Quiet folks only need apply. $700/month.

250-342-6255.

Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm condo, fully furnished, 6-appliances, equipped indoor pool and hot tub. $700/month includes cable. 403281-3991.

Radium townhouse: very bright, 2-bdrm, 2.5-bath. Finished basement, 5 appliances, freezer, gas BBQ, N/S, N/P. $1,050 furnished, $950 unfurnished, utilities not included, 12-month lease. 403240-9187.

BUSINESS FOR SALE Mercer & Company Lighting store & complete custom framing shop. Visit http://canada. businessesforsale.com and enter Invermere in the search box for full details on sale. Serious inquiries only. Call 250-342-5440.

condo FOR SALE Ski to your door, fully furnished 1-bdrm condo, F/P, deck, heated parking, swimming pool, and hot tubs. Tamarack Lodge, Panorama, BC, $115,000 Firm. Call 250-3426858 after 6 p.m.

animals Winter horse boarding. November 1st - May 1st. 250-342-5297.

PUPPY SOCIALIZATION / DOG OBEDIENCE AND ADVANCED CLASSES. Interested in learning some helpful tips on obedience and the importance of socialization for your dog or puppy? Certified canine behaviorist, Gary Dace, has over 20 years’ experience and uses 100% positive reinforcement. Classes start Monday, Nov 12. Registration and reservations required. Previous obedience classes required for advanced class registration. Please phone the Invermere Veterinary Hospital 250-342-7007 for information and registration.

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misc. for sale

misc. for sale

vehicles for sale

Futon Chesterfield, chair, loveseat.

3-piece coffee table set, brass and glass. Large oak china cabinet and hutch, and oak table. Brass lamps.

250-347-9402.

WIN-VALLEY GARDEN 35 lb. sacks of potatoes are now ready for your cold rooms. Call 250-342-0272 to arrange for pick-up.

1997 F-150 XL extended cab 4x4.

Burgundy, 4.6 Triton engine, longbox, comes with matching canopy.

Air bag assisted rear suspension, 215,000 kms. Well-maintained, new brakes on all four. $4,000 O.B.O. 250-342-5676.

Horse corral fencing, portable, 10 steel panels. 250-341-1940.

Lennox gas furnace. G51 MP series.

New 3 years ago. $1,850 O.B.O., no tax. Phone 250-342-6734 or cell: 250-341-1578.

Danby DPR 2262W propane fridge for sale. 7.1 cubic foot fridge, 1.1 cubic foot top freezer. 12 years old, very good working condition, dent in door. Selling because larger fridge acquired. Great for cabin. $350. Call 250-688-1042.

4 good, used winter tires. Goodyear Nordic 205-70-R15. $200 O.B.O. Call 250-345-4520.

Treadmill, T10 Ultra BH, 3.5 HP, $950 ($2,799 new). Massage chair, $950 ($3,500 new). Desk with hutch - dark cherry wood, $100 ($390 new). Call Rod 250347-2442.

firewood Support Rockies Hockey! Pine, fir, larch, dry and split. To order call 250-342-6908.

Fir firewood, split and delivered $200/cord. 250-342-5413.

vehicles for sale 1996 Chevrolet Silverado. Extended cab, long box, low mileage. $3,500.

Phone 250-341-6996.

Representative

2005 Ford Taurus station wagon.

160,000 km, moon roof, keyless entry, Toyo tires. $4,999 O.B.O. Phone 250-341-1940.

1979 Ford F-250. 4x4 pickup. 351 engine, runs great with Rancho lift.

Also comes with 1977 F-250 parts truck with solid body, 351 engine that runs. Great package deal. $2,600 O.B.O. 250-342-3569.

ENTERTAINMENT

492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

Got music?

3-piece Smarty Pants Call now Christmas is coming!

250-342-3264 Bill Cropper.

toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671

kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com

Recipe Of The Week MOM’S BANANA BREAD

4 tablespoons Shortening 1 cup Brown Sugar 1 Egg 1 ½ cups Flour ½ teaspoon Salt

2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, 4-door, standard. Lady-driven, very clean, good condition. 95,785 kms.

Asking $4,700. 250-342-9302.

Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated

Kim Collens

1990 Chevy Sierra 4x4. Good running condition, new exhaust system. $2,500 O.B.O. 250-3420337.

1 teaspoon Baking Powder 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 3 Bananas, ripe and mashed ½ cup Pecans, chopped

services

services Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net .

Custom Picture Framing Professional Photography Camera Classes ~ Gift Certificates Available ~ 250-342-5102 www.kimberleyrae.ca ...look for the Red Door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!

Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning & inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

Shannon’s Blinds & Designs Pre-Christmas Special Blinds & Gift Certificates.

Expires November 9th ``Shannon’s attention to detail was exceptional as was her knowledge of her product. Shannon takes her job very seriously and I have no problem recommending this company.” ~ Pat. Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749 Covering the Valley – One Window At A Time The Valley Shine Shop Have your vehicle detailed. Basic – deluxe packages available. Winter hours: Monday – Wednesday, 9 – 5. #35 109 Industrial Rd. #2, 250342-9696.

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

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

In a large bowl mix the shortening and sugar.

Add egg and mashed bananas.

Mix flour, salt, baking powder and soda until blended.

Add the flour mixture to the banana mixture blending well after each addition.

Add the chopped nuts.

Turn into a greased and floured loaf pan.

Bake for 50 – 60 minutes.

See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

Vacuums Parts, repairs & accessories, All makes & models Central Vacuums – sales and installations Bonded & licensed Fine Homeservices 250-342-9207, fhs@telus.net.

Home Of The Week

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

Electrical Service. Commercial, industrial, residential. Fast, professional service. Reasonable rates. Davidson Power Services Ltd., Invermere. 250-409-7514.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.

Environmentally friendly products.

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

Empathic Care Service. Private care and companionship. Certificate, services, and references available upon request. 250-347-9982.

This will Peak your Interest!

Beautifully furnished 2-bedroom condo at the Peaks is an affordable retreat the family will love. Playground, trails, outdoor pool, hot tubs . . . all it needs is YOU!

$187,500

MLS®

K211608

Invermere Sharpening Carbide and steel sharpening services. Contractors, restaurant, home/garden, pet/hair. 330 Blair Street. 250-341-5447.

services

help wanted

Guitar lessons. Available most evenings and weekends. Call Emily at 250-409-4104.

Experienced Hungarian cook for seasonal, full-time work from April - October 2013. $15/hour, medical, vacation pay, room and board available. Apply to Citadella Restaurant in Radium, B.C., or send resume to info@milliondollarview. ca .

Licensed family daycare has spots available. Subsidized children welcome. Hot lunch and nutritious snacks provided. 250-342-9348 or 250-341-1455.

Have you purchased a Mac computer and need a tutor to learn the basics? Making the move to a Mac can be an intimidating experience. I will show you the basics and show you how to get more value from your system. Basic tutoring session, $30/hour. Call Emily at 250-409-4104.

help wanted

Have Fun and Earn Extra Income What’s better than extra money?

FREE JEWELLERY! As a Silpada Representative selling Sterling Silver Jewellery, you can earn 30% commission on your sales, expensepaid trips and free jewellery. Why not get paid to party for a living?

Call 341-5956 and start your jewellery business now.

Love the mountains? Ski to work!

Looking for a full-time cook for the Summit Hut at Panorama Resort.

Must be able to perform in a busy kitchen and host après ski parties with style. Must be motivated, talented and love the mountains.

Strong skier/boarder essential.

Starting wage is $12/hour. Send resumes to capohut@gmail.com or call 250-341-1399 for more information.

Ranch Manager position needs filling at site near Invermere/ Fairmont Hot Springs. Responsible traits to work/oversee maintenance and upgrades. No animal care.

Please email resume or response to BA91011@aol.com.

Ichi Resources Ltd. is seeking experienced logging equipment operators for work in Radium Hot Springs/Canal Flats area.

Please send resume by email to ichiresources@gmail.com or fax to 778-479-2088.

Dusk Building Systems is currently hiring employees for their truss and wall panel plants.

Please submit resume to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com or fax to 250-342-3427.

Prestige Inn, Radium Hot Springs has 2 full-time positions available housekeeping and front desk night audit. Please bring resume to 7493 Main Street West, Radium Hot Springs. Benefits and other perks!

Please email classified ads to info@cv-pioneer.com

health & wellness

GOOD HEALTH, HEALING, FITNESS AND ANTI AGING TAI CHI, QI GONG, and THE EIGHT TREASURES Healing Exercise based on Traditional Chinese medicine.

All Fitness levels welcome, classes and discussion groups are ongoing.

USANA HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS For information or to purchase supplements or skin care.

For more information please contact: Betty Newton 250-342-6343 or newtonhome@shaw.ca

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Remembrance Day Vacation Rental Specialist Wanted High Country Properties is looking for a friendly and outgoing person to work in our busy call centre. You will be responsible for providing “legendary� customer service to owners and guests via telephone, email and in person.

You will also be responsible for booking individual and group reservations, answering guest inquiries and selling the benefits of staying in a vacation rental. Please Note: This is a permanent part-time position (i.e. 20-30 hrs. per week, some evenings required.) Starting wage: $13/hr. + commission, plus health and dental benefits! Visit highcountryproperties.com for a full job description. Please send cover letter and resume to Bjorn Billehaug via email bjorn@highcountryproperties.com by Friday, November 9th, 2012.

Columbia Valley Golf Trail

The Columbia Valley Golf Association requires a marketing manager.

This is a contract position requiring about 20 hours per week on average, 12 months a year. The position reports to the Executive Director.

The position includes: • Creating and implementing an annual marketing plan • Website management • Working with partner marketing groups • Data collection and analysis • Attendance at golf marketing shows • Other duties as required from time to time to promote the CVGT.

Help Wanted

VJ Bishop Excavating needs drivers and snow shovellers for winter in Fairmont, Radium and Invermere.

Must be experienced.

Fax resumĂŠ to 250-341-6006

STONE ★ CREEK E AG L E

R A N C H

Experienced Dining Room Server Eagle Ranch is now looking for an experienced dining room server for our Clubhouse.

We require a dedicated person who is willing to go above and beyond to look after our discerning clientele on a year-round basis.

On November 11th, we will once again be honouring the men and women who have sacrificed so much.

Our Remembrance Day features will be printed in the November 7th edition of The Echo and the November 9th edition of The Pioneer.

Our deadline for booking is Friday, November 2nd at noon.

Lest We Forget 250-341-6299 N E W S PA P E R

www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

AD SIZES & PRICE

3.25� x 2.7�

$60 + HST

Published: Deadline: th Friday, November 9 Monday, November 5th

Please send your resume to ahickson@eagleranchresort.com

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Toby Creek ski club adds new talent

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff Invermere youth will soon learn how to navigate by a star in the world of nordic skiing.

World Cup cross-country skier Magi Scallion is the new assistant coach of the Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club’s Track Attack program, which is for 10-13 year-olds looking at getting into cross-country racing. She complements previous Team B.C. skier and club coach Darren Tamelin.

“Cross-country skiing is an easy sport to do badly and a very difficult sport to master,” said Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club president Lyle Wilson. “When someone with international experience in a number of different sports is available, and has the personal attributes COACHING CLINIC — A group of cross country ski enthusiasts receive a lesson on proper technique at Nipika that Magi Scallion brings to the club, you just grab it and Mountain Resort.

Photo submitted by Brad Kitching. take all the advantage of it that you can.”

“This is a great opportunity to give back to the com- starting at age six and continuing to the masters level.

Magi grew up cross-country skiing with her family munity,” she said. “The important thing for kids in my From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on November 6th, at Invermere’s in her native Nova Scotia. This winter, she’ll be living opinion is for them to be outside experiencing nature, Crazy Soles running store, the organization will be hostin the valley and working at Nipika Mountain Resort being healthy and active, and have that become a routine ing an open house for those looking to get involved with as a marketing and events coordinator while trying to in their lives so it continues into the teen years and into the sport “Nordic Skiing, when done correctly, is like complete her Masters of Business Administration degree adulthood.” ballet,” Lyle said. “It is the aesthetic value of floating from Queens University.

Magi will be focusing primarily on establishing over the snow on a bluebird day in a spectacular setting Although she has raced at the world cup level, Magi proper technique among her students because it is the and enjoying the peace and the camaraderie of skiing says her greatest accomplishment is getting others intergroundwork for the sport, she added. partners that makes it one of the most enjoyable athletic ested in one of her favourite sports. Her role as assistant The Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club is looking to ex- endeavours anyone can try.” coach with the club will begin with the opening of childpand its membership to 300 for the 2012 and 2013 seaFor more information on the club please visit rens’ programs on the first Saturday in January until the son. The club offers programs for cross-country skiers www.tobycreeknordic.ca . end of the season in March.

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Parkinson walk yields big profit

Rollbots recruiting Fresh off their championship win in the East Kootenay Roller Derby League in September (pictured here), Invermere’s Killer Rollbots are seeking a new round of recruits.

The team is holding an info session with free pizza at the Invermere Community Hall on Thursday, November 8th at 7 p.m.

Women aged 19 and over are invited to attend and discovered more about the sport. The team is soon launching a sixweek program that to teach all the basic skills to new recruits. For more information, call Jess at 250-342-5321.

By Pioneer Staff This year’s Parkinson SuperWalk netted the Invermere participants a total of $6,162, a big jump over last year’s total of $3,731, organizers reported.

The increase is thanks to the generosity of valley residents, said Invermere Parkinson SuperWalk coordinator Grace Sander. The local total was just $300 shy of the $6,453 raised in the Nelson walk this year. Next year’s walk is already scheduled for Saturday, September 7th at Invermere’s Pothole Park.

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Remember those who sacrifice

By Father Gabriel St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Canadians all over the globe will remember this day with gratitude for the many sacrifices our people have volunteered to make others’ lives better.

In fact every one of our fallen men and women in uniform has contributed their share for the nation building activity by offering their ultimate sacrifice wherever they were in service.

With an attitude of gratitude we will remember them on the November 11th. May God give them peace and rest. The day is also a humanitarian endeavour to think of the many families who have offered their sons and daughters for this noble peace-keeping exercise.

The anguish and pain of these people can not be explained in words, but they endure the loss of their loved ones in a very silent but profound way. They suffer silently with untold misery with the unanswered question,

“ God why did you take my loved one?”

Probably none of us has the right answer for this thought-provoking question, but the Bible would like to offer an insight into this predicament. The creator of the universe had a purpose when he created everything out of nothing.

After creating everything, the Bible says that He found his creation to be good and so He blessed the Earth and the humans with His varied blessings. The distortion began when humans became jealous of each other, leading to wars and violence.

Modern-day warfare and the use of mechanized weapons escalated the tension. Consider the Syrian fight for democracy. How many innocent lives are lost just to keep one individual in power? How many precious lives are lost in this conflict? All sensible people cry out for peace, but these cries have gone to deaf ears in the Syrian regime.

We pay our respectful homage to all these fallen ones.

They have given their life for a great ideal. Remembrance Day reminds us of our noble ideals too.

Do we live for an ideal? What is that then? Can we give expression to this ideal? If so, at what price? As ordinary people, we may not sacrifice our lives for others, though some may venture to, yet we can make a difference by participating in their suffering and in the suffering humanity of our times.

Valley Churches

LAKE WINDERMERE ALLIANCE CHURCH Sunday, November 4th, 10:30 a.m. Worship and Life Instruction, “Truth for Today From the Old Testament: God the Lawgiver,” “K.I.D.S.” Church for children age 3 to Grade one; and Grade 2 to Grade 5, during the morning service.

Pastor Trevor Hagan • 326 - 10th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-9535 • www.lakewindermerealliance.org Windermere Valley Shared Ministry ANGLICAN-UNITED 9 a.m.: Worship at All Saint’s, Edgewater.

9:30 a.m.: God’s Breakfast club for children and youth 10:30 a.m.: Worship at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere.

Reverend Laura Hermakin 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere 250-342-6644 www.wvsm.ca Valley Christian Assembly Sunday, 10 a.m.: Worship and Word Kids’ Church provided.

Pastor Murray Wittke 4814 Highway 93/95, Windermere 250-342-9511 • www.valleychristianonline.com Roman Catholic Church Saturday: 4:30 p.m. at St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats.

Saturday: 7 p.m. and Sunday: 9 a.m. at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere.

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

Father Gabriel • 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 Fraser Coltman • 1-866-426-7564 Radium Christian Fellowship Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service • Thursday 7 p.m. Fun Night Pastor Wayne and Linda Frater • 250-342-6633 No. 4, 7553 Main St. Radium • 250-347-9937 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Worship Service, Sunday, 10 a.m. • Relief Society, 11:15 a.m.

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

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Recyclers to the rescue Brandon Peskett and Paul Marois of Kelowna’s Planet Earth Recycling busily sift through an assortment of appliances, ranging from fax machines to circuit boards, during Invermere’s Used Electronics Roundup on Saturday, October 27th.

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