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▼Celebrating Literacy
ESL program seeks new valley tutors ANDREA KLASSEN editor@invermerevalleyecho.com
When Regina Sanchez first moved to Canada in 2007 from Colombia she was told by an employer in Calgary she wouldn't be hired because her English wasn't strong enough. After finding a job at a motel in Radium Hot Springs, her new employer connected her with the Windermere Valley chapter of the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), an organization which runs a variety of literacy-improving programs in the area — including an English as a Second Language and Settlement Assistance Program. Soon she was meeting with her tutor, Betty Knight, once a week and taking part in a conversation course. Her language goal is to improve her English to the point where it's not an obstacle to getting a job in the future. Though the ESLSAP program — which focuses on language and cultural education for new immigrants to Canada — has been running in other parts of the East Kootenay for several years, it only came to the valley last year. "Statistically, we don't have enough immigrants here," says Knight, who is also the East Kootenay regional co-ordinator for CBAL, in addition to her tutoring duties. "But over the years we've been work-
Regina Sanchez immigrated to Canada from Colombia in 2007. She connected with CBAL's ESL and Settlement Assistance Programs through her employer in Radium. In addition to English-language tutoring, the program also offers new Canadians a chance to explore their communities. PHOTO COURTESY BETTY KNIGHT
ing with some people who would have qualified, so we just this spring got some funding to be able to start this formal program." Learners and tutors develop programs individually, depending on what sort of skills a participant is hoping to build. "For instance, the learner I'm working with, she sometimes needs to greet people who come to the hotel where she works and show them a room," says Knight. "So I've been working with her on what she can say to people in that situation." Tutoring can also focus on language
skills needed for parent-teacher conferences, banking, or other day-to-day tasks. While interest in the program has started to rise, Knight says the local CBAL chapter is facing one difficulty as the program grows: there aren't enough tutors to go around. "We had seven students last year," she says. With only three tutors active in the valley, many weren't able to get one-onone help. CBAL is putting the call out for new volunteer tutors, and hopes to launch a training program later this month.
"We're not announcing a date, because we're willing to be flexible depending on who contacts us," says Knight. "If people are willing to come on two Saturdays, then we'll do it on two Saturdays. If they'd rather do it on four evenings, we can do it on four evenings." To sign up for tutor training, or learn more about the program, call local CBAL co-ordinator Yolande Dolman at 250-342-9229. Tutors should be willing to commit to one two-to-four hour training session a week for at least six months. For more on CBAL visit cbal.org.
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NEWS
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The first annual Columbia Salmon Festival wrapped up Saturday, October 1 with an afternoon of ceremonies and festivities in James Chabot Park. The four-day festival featured environmental field trips, a charity golf tournament, a gala dinner and art exhibitions. On Saturday, participants celebrated the unveiling of a new monument at Chabot park dedicated to the Chinook Salmon (right), which has disappeared from Upper Columbia Valley. The festival, which was hosted by the Shuswap Indian Band and the Akisqnuk First Nation, aims to educate the public about the history of salmon in the Columbia Valley region and its importance to First Nations — as well as restorative efforts taking place today and in the future. ANDREA KLASSEN/ECHO PHOTOS
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Up in smoke at Redstreak ANDREA KLASSEN editor@invermerevalleyecho.com
Firefighters make their way through the grassland as smoke curls down the side of Redstreak Mountain on the afternoon of September 30. Carrying drip torches — canisters about the size of a fire extinguisher, which leak flames instead of suppressants — members of the Parks Canada fire crew and the Radium Volunteer Fire Department leave new trails of fire in their wake, which will eventually connect with a blaze started further up the mountain around 1 p.m. While the burn, a joint project of the province of B.C. and Parks Canada, is scheduled to take place over several days, all the necessary fires are lit on the first day. A series of containments are set up around the fire site, including a "wet line" of water saturated earth, and a "black line" where all fuels have already been scorched away. Further up the mountain, a helicopter drops water along the edge of the fire, creating another guard. When the approximately 22 hectare fire burns out near the end of the weekend, another phase of the Redstreak restoration project will be complete. "This whole prescribed burn in the Redstreak area is to increase wildlife habitat," explains fire communications officer Julia Millen of Parks Canada. "Over the last 80 or 100 years or so, we've had a lot of fire suppression going on in the parks — and not just in the parks, but in the surrounding areas. Because of that, we've had a lot of growth of very closed forests." Started in 2005, the Redstreak project is meant to benefit two groups in the Columbia Valley: residents and visitors near the park, and the local population of bighorn sheep. The sheep, Millen explains, prefer
open grassy spaces, which a prescribed burn can create. "We want to open up some of the area around the slopes of the mountain, so the sheep will have an access route up to their lambing grounds," she says. "They don't really like to go through that dense old growth forest." Removing old growth also makes it easier to fight wildfires, should they occur in the park. "What we can do is set fires under controlled conditions, so we have areas on the landscape that act like fire breaks as well," Millen says. "So if there is a wildfire that comes into an area, we have more management options." While a fire like the one at Redstreak would burn faster and easier in the summer, Parks Canada prefers to conduct its burns in the fall to keep smoke from becoming an issue. Had the Redstreak burn taken place in July or August, Millen says smoke might have hung over the Radium Hot Springs ABOVE: Dwayne Burgoyne uses a drip torch to set grass alight during a prescribed burn at Redstreak area for four to six weeks, instead of a Mountain September 30. BELOW: Fires started on the edge of old growth forest spread up the mountain. couple of days. ANDREA KLASSEN/ECHO PHOTOS
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NEWS ▼DTSS LEADERSHIP CLUB
Breakfast Club returns to Laird ANDREA KLASSEN editor@invermerevalleyecho.com
A David Thompson Secondary student pours out syrup at J.A. Laird Elementary.
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As the smell of bacon and pancakes wafted through the halls of J.A. Laird elementary school the morning of September 27, excited whispers started to pour out of classrooms. Armed with trays of breakfast food, stacks of plates, juice boxes and bottles of syrup, members of the David Thompson Secondary School leadership class went from class to class, delivering a hot breakfast to more than 180 students to kick off their three-week-long Breakfast Club program. "There's a lot of kids at Laird who can't afford breakfast, or who don't get it, or don't eat it," said program chair and Grade 12 student Julia Halwa. "This seems like a good way to make sure they do." This is the second year leader-
ship students have run the club at Laird. In addition to dishing out the morning meal, students also budgeted, grocery shopped and whipped up the dishes themselves. "We were up at 7 this morning in the cooks' training room at the high school making food," said Halwa. They'll do the same for the next two Tuesdays as well. For the other 12 days of the program, leadership students packed the Laird staff room fridge with milk and dropped off boxes of cereal. To pay for the groceries, the club has a $1,600 grant, which it was required to spend completely by the end of the program. Halwa said organizing the Breakfast Club was a lot of work, but also rewarding. "I really like it," she said. "I like seeing all the kids' faces when we come in with the food. It shows how excited they are."
Reach A Reader Wednesday, October 5
The Valley Echo and the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy are partnering on a great new event for Invermere. On Wednesday, October 5, some of Invermere’s highest profile people will be out on the street with our newspaper asking for donations to help support literacy initiatives in our community. Along with your donation we will give you a copy of your community newspaper for FREE (plus there might be a few extra promos to go along with that). Absolutely all funds raised from the day will go towards CBAL and all funds will stay in the community in which they are raised to support literacy programs in our community.
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Enrollment still in decline in Rocky Mountain school district ANDREA KLASSEN editor@invermerevalleyecho.com
The student population in School District 6 declined once again this year, but superintendent Paul Carriere says the drop is not as steep as it has been in previous years — or as the district initially projected coming into the 2011-12 school year. According to a report prepared for the Rocky Mountain board, SD6 initially expected a loss of
61.5 FTE (short for full-time equivalent — which doesn't necessarily correspond to the specific number of students not returning to the district) in the Windermere zone. But in the first weeks of school, Carriere says that number has improved substantially. "We were anticipating a decline of around 120 FTE, and it looks like we'll actually experience a decline of somewhere around 61," he said, adding many
of the extra students have come into the district at the secondary level. Student numbers in the Windermere zone also got a boost from new full-day kindergarten programs. Though full day kindergarten rolled out in Kimberley and Golden in 2010, this is the first year it was offered in valley schools. "Full day kindergarten in the Windermere zone prevented the enrollment decline from being as steep," Car-
riere says. "Enrollment is better than it would have been, certainly, if we hadn't had full day Kindergarten in the zone this year." While a smaller number of students means less funding for the district, Carriere says the decline doesn't necessarily mean the district has
to begin scaling back its programs. "When enrollment goes down we receive less funding for those students, but we have fewer students that we need to provide programs for, so it's mitigated," he says. "We might not be offering a class because we have fewer
students. In terms of the overall position of the district, it's not as simple as our classes remaining where they were." Carriere says the district is also expecting its decadelong enrollment decline to come to an end in the near future. He predicts the de-
cline should level off by 2014, with numbers increasing in the years beyond. In one portion of the district, numbers have already jumped up slightly this year. While FTE in the Windermere and Golden zones went down, Kimberley's FTE is about 20.5 higher than last year.
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Missing hikers located September 23 • Columbia Valley detachment members received a report of a theft of a homemade trailer near the takeout area at Riverside in Canal Flats. The trailer had black, red and white tape at the back. It's described as a 4x8 flat deck with an extra long neck. • A citizen reported damage to a residence in the 8000 block of Shaughnessy in Canal Flats. A group of youths was observed in the area. Police attended and identified a group of youths. A couple of windows were discovered damaged. The youths' parents were contacted and Restorative Justice will be requested to intervene with one of the youths. • Columbia Valley detachment responded to a single vehicle accident with downed wires on Panorama Drive. A 36-year-old male from Golden was operating a 2005 Western Star semi, carrying equipment on the flat deck. The clearance the driver had was legal, however, it appears that the ground he attempted to turn on had been worked on, resulting in a higher elevation than expected. Hydro attended to ensure the safety of the driver and emergency personal. • During evening hours, police were notified of a possible impaired driver in the town area. Police located the vehicle and identified an elderly driver at the wheel. Police were relieved to learn that the person was not impaired. The driver stated she had not been drinking, just can’t see at night. When questioned why she was not wearing her glasses as stipulated
as her driving restrictions she responded a nice optometrist said she didn’t have to wear the glasses. The nice policeman told her to wear her glasses or ensure she has her eyes re-tested. September 24 • An elderly female with dementia walked away from Columbia House. Search and Rescue were mobilized, but the female was located by a citizen who observed the woman and returned her to Columbia House. Our thanks to this citizen for being alert. • Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a driving complaint on Kootenay Road No. 3. A 22-year-old female from Invermere was checked operating a '98 Ford Explorer. The driver displayed signs of having consumed liquor. A breath sample demand was given and the driver blew a fail. Her licence was suspended for 90 days and the vehicle impounded for 30 days. September 25 • Over the weekend an adult female and adult male from Invermere were reported overdue from a hike in the Jumbo area. The report was received around 1 a.m. on Monday. The hikers' vehicle was located in the back country but no one was in the area. Police activated lights and siren to listen for a return response. Search and Rescue were activated and responded from Invermere and Kimberley. A fly over located the two people moving downhill. Weather caused the two to stay overnight in a cabin. Both were not prepared for an overnight stay or properly clothed.
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opinons & letters Reach out to a reader with The Valley Echo
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irst off, if you got a copy of this week's Valley Echo after making a donation to the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, thank you for your support. Like many volunteer groups, CBAL (as it's more commonly known) often works quietly in the background of our community, but its effects are long felt. If you're the parent of a young child, you may take your kid to one of the group's family programs, which foster early language skills through songs and stories. If you're getting email from formerly computer-phobic grandparents, it may be the work of the group's Cyber Seniors computer skills classes. There are also programs that fall outside of what we might traditionally thing of as "literacy." While reading and conversation skills make up a big part of the work CBAL does, the group's co-ordinators are quick to point out there's more to being literate than being able to, say, read your local paper. As mentioned above, literacy can mean navigating the internet in an increasingly technological world. It can mean dealing comfortably with numbers, from personal finance to counting out change. In the case of one CBAL program due to return to the valley in the next year, it can simply mean finding your inner writer and learning how to put your most memorable tales and thoughts on paper. Literacy is a pretty big idea, and it affects more of us than might be expected. In the Windermere Valley zone, there's a call out for "champions of literacy" to get involved in two programs: The ESL and Settlement Assistance Program discussed in our page 1 story, and a One to One Children's Reading Program which will support local school children a few hours each week. Both programs come with training and support, and can make a big impact in our community. If your CBAL donation has you inspired, we encourage you to check it out.
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Needle exchange and drop sites different programs We would like to clarify the title of the article "Council okays needle exchange" written by Andrea Klassen in the September 21 edition of the Echo. On September 13 we proposed to council that we work together to put up sharps containers in public washrooms. These receptacles are for needles and other paraphernalia associated with recreational or medically necessary drugs. A needle exchange is something altogether different, a program that we currently have in place at the Health Unit. The Invermere Needle Exchange has been running for many years out of the health unit and is limited to exchanging used needles or crack pipes for clean paraphernalia.
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Ramble On — Marilyn Berry
Time for turkeys and thanks The Rotary Club of Invermere holds a social evening whenever there are five Thursdays in a month. I think the thought is that four meetings in a month are enough. Last week we met at the Legion in downtown Invermere to enjoy a wonderful turkey dinner. We had a terrific time taking part in the meat draws and 50/50 draw prior to and during dinner. Two members of the club were successful during the meat draws adding a level of fun and excitement. I know there were a number of suggestions as to some topics of interest for this space this week too, but darned if I can remember that far back! And no, it's not due to alcohol, I don't think one glass of wine will do that to most people. I want to welcome Steve Jessel to our office. It seemed like a good time to add a little testosterone to the place since we had become an all-female office for a while. Steve had a long drive across a good part of the country to get here from Grimsby, Ontario and I know you'll all provide a warm welcome to him now that he's here. Another place I want to ramble to is the
upcoming municipal elections. It's interesting to hear how many nomination forms are picked up and to mull over who may be nominated. I'd like to commend all those who accept nomination and run for public office. It is a somewhat thankless job to be a local politician I think. I know the winners do get paid but there is often a lot of flack that goes with the territory too. So thank you in advance to those brave souls who put their money where their mouths are and step up. Win or not, it is my hope that there is an election rather than acclamation giving citizens the opportunity to make a choice. Now voters, use that opportunity and be sure to show up — you'll hear more about that as we get closer to election date. Happy Thanksgiving to all! I hope you all enjoy a lovely turkey dinner with all the trimmings… as a matter of fact, perhaps you'll drop by the Rocky River Grill for their annual Thanksgiving dinner. It's a free meal for those who need one. Everyone else is asked to make a donation to the Columbia Valley Food Bank.
Introducing — Steve Jessel
First Mars, now B.C.
When I was younger, I would always dream of different professions or career paths. When I was in elementary school, a visit to a local science centre convinced me that I would be the first person to discover water on Mars. Once I realized that in order to become an astronaut you have to be good at science, I quickly rethought my position. Next, I was convinced that I wanted to be a lawyer, probably in part thanks to the '90s TV show JAG. That dream stuck with me all through high school, until I realized that the world of law, and the intricacies of the legal code were not at all like on TV. I was at a figurative cross-
roads. That's when my love of English, and my love of reading began to lead me towards the path of professional writing. Following high school, I enrolled at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario, initially in a general arts and science program — until I realized that it was perhaps a little too general for my taste. I studied journalism for two years at the college, after which I worked at my hometown newspaper, The Grimsby Lincoln News. Throughout my time at The News I was constantly applying for jobs across Canada, but the last thing I expected was to actually get a job in British
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Columbia. In fact, this was the one job I was relatively certain that I would never be hired for. However, off I went, packing my little Toyota Tercel with all of my worldly possessions for a trip crosscountry. After five days of some of the most mind-numbing, soulcrushing driving that I could ever imagine, I finally hit the Rocky Mountains Saturday afternoon. I can honestly say I have never been anywhere as breathtakingly scenic as Invermere, and I am beyond excited to begin my career in earnest for the Valley Echo. I sincerely hope you will welcome me as part of your beautiful community.
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SUN OCTOBER 16 •Edgewater Community Hall 75th Birthday Brunch! 10-1 p.m. Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Waffles, Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Veggie/cheese Tray, Fruit Salad, Dessert and Beverage. $15/ person, $10/Seniors, 10 yrs and under $1 x their age. 250-3479324. OCTOBER 2122 •The Radium Public Library will be presenting "Mystery Night" at the Higher Ground Coffee Shop at 6:30 p.m. EVERY SUNDAY •Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5. •Radium Seniors’ Carpet Bowling, 1:30 p.m., Hall. EVERY MONDAY •Gentle drop-in carpet bowling, 1:30 p.m., Seniors' Centre. •Cadets, 6:30-9 p.m. for boys and girls, ages 12-17. Cost: FREE (includes uniform). Info: Rick Dendy 250-3411509. •Duplicate Bridge, 6:30 p.m., Invermere Seniors’ Hall, $2/ person. Visitors welcome. •EK Brain Injury Support Group, 1-3 p.m., Family Resource Centre. Info: 250-3445674. 1st & 3rd MONDAY •OPT clinic, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Inv. Health Unit, 850-10th Ave. Confidential service: lowcost birth control, and
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NEWS
Wilks 'not fooling around' with new kidnapping bill ANNALEE GRANT Cranbrook Daily Townsman Reporter
Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks introduced to the House of Commons a private member's bill on September 29 that will create a minimum sentence for stranger kidnappings. The bill was introduced to address a lack of minimum sentence existing for kidnappings by strangers. "Everyone that was in the House was very supportive," Wilks said. In the proposed law, the minimum sentence for a person convicted of kidnapping a person under the age of 16 will be five years. Wilks said that right now there is no minimum for those convicted of such a crime. The bill was created in response to the kidnapping and subsequent safe return of three-year-old Kienan Hebert of Sparwood, Wilks said. While the Hebert family's story had a happy ending, Wilks said that typically is not the case in stranger abductions.
"In his case it's so extremely rare that the victim is brought back alive," Wilks said. The MP said it's important to send a message to people like Randall Hopley, who is alleged to have abducted Kienan from his home on September 6. "There has to be a serious form of deterrence to ensure that the person who did the crime knows very well that it's not tolerated by the public," Wilks said. And that message will be sent loud and clear by his new bill, Wilks said. "We're not fooling around any more," he said. In a statement issued on Thursday afternoon, Wilks said he had heard from his constituents asking for minimum sentencing in child kidnappings. "Constituents across my riding have written, emailed and called me asking for this legislation to be introduced," Wilks said. Wilks expects the bill to take some time to get though parliament, and could not provide a timeline for his first private member's bill.
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Melodie Krasnuik mulls over the blooms in a downtown flower bed on Invermere's annual Flower Picking Day, September 27. Many residents were out collecting bouquets well before 9 a.m. ANDREA KLASSEN/ECHO PHOTO
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Fire prevention week takes place from October 9 to 15, 2011, in order to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of October 9, 1871. This terrible fire killed 250 people and destroyed more than 100,000 homes. Make the most of this week by checking to see if your fire prevention knowledge is up to date. During a fire, fatalities are most often caused by the inhalation of carbon monoxide fumes rather than by burns. Smoke detectors are the most reliable way to be warned about a fire because they detect smoke before the flames appear. But be warned: if your smoke detectors are more than ten years old, they might not still be reliable. Check to see if they need to be replaced. Many families have started the good habit of replacing the batteries in their alarms when the clocks are changed in the
spring and fall. It is also a good idea to ask your local fire service where the best places are to install your smoke alarms. Take advantage of public appearances by firefighters, such as during neighbourhood or charitable activities, and ask them to identify these places for you.
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If you must escape through smoke, crawl on your hands and knees to the nearest exit.
If a fire breaks out while cooking, put a lid on the pan to smother it. Never throw water on a grease fire.
Keep space heaters at least three feet away from drapes, clothing, or other combustible materials.
Do not smoke in bed, when tired, or under the influence of alcohol or medication. Smoking is the most common cause of fire deaths.
Never overload electrical circuits, and always replace cracked or frayed cords.
At the same time you are replacing your smoke alarm batteries, have your fire extinguishers checked. They are often out of date and sometimes they are unsuitable for the type of fire that could break out in your home. You should also ensure that you know how to use them properly.
Don’t operate the dryer without a lint filter. Clean the filter before or after each use and wipe away any lint that has accumulated around the drum. Stack firewood at least 30 feet away from your home and other structures.
Have your chimney inspected and cleaned regularly by a certified specialist. Have a multi-purpose fire extinguisher in your home with a minimum rating of 3A, 10B, or C. If an appliance has a three-prong plug, never force it into a two-slot outlet or extension cord.
Thirty years ago, Canadian families were told that they needed to plan a 17-minute exit strategy to get out of a burning house safely. Today, Fire Prevention Canada reports that families have about three minutes to get out of their houses before toxic gases reach fatal levels. What’s changed? Our houses: today’s pre-fab homes are composed mainly of synthetic materials, such as siding, flooring, and furniture. These are affordable and convenient, but they also burn faster and “dirtier” than their natural counterparts. That means families have less time to get out before flames block their way and toxic smoke overcomes them. This year, during Fire Prevention Week — October 9 to 15 — take some time to perfect a three-minute drill in your home. Begin
by drawing up a floor plan of the house and developing an exit plan with all members of the family, including toddlers and seniors. Visit each room of the house together, so the plan is clear to all. Point out the windows and doors in each room, and mention trees or other objects outside a window that might help a person get out fast. Some people won’t wake up to the sound of a smoke alarm, so make sure that everyone knows how to open their bedroom windows and climb out of them. Make sure that every room has two exit routes and that every member of the family is aware of them. Agree on a meeting place outside, a safe distance away from the house. In an emergency, this will help you know who might still be inside the house. Post the evacuation plan, review it regularly, and hold a three-minute fire drill once or twice a year to keep everybody familiar.
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Nominations open for local elections ANDREA KLASSEN editor@invermerevalleyecho.com
Council and mayoral hopefuls across the valley have a little over a week to declare their intent to run in November. Electoral officers in Canal Flats, Radium Hot Springs, the Regional District of East Kootenay and the District of Invermere began accepting completed nomination packets Tuesday at 9 a.m. and will do so until October 14 at 4 p.m. The number of nominators needed by a candidate fluctuates slightly from community to community, with Radium having some of the valley's most demanding requirements. In Radium, "they have to get five nominees who have to be electors, and they have to fill out the nomination package," explains village CAO and chief election official Mark Read. "We also have a $100 deposit that has to go in with the nomination papers." Neither Canal Flats or the District of Invermere require candidates to make a deposit, nor does the RDEK, which handles school trustee and area director nominees. So far, Read says he hasn't seen
many people stop by to collect nomination packets from the village office. "I know the existing councillors have received packages. I'm not sure what their plans are..." he says. "I don't believe anyone else has picked up a package yet." In Invermere, deputy election official Nancy Smith is seeing fairly different numbers. She says at least eight people have taken home nomination papers, which she says seems like a healthy level of interest at this point in the process. Though there hasn't been much movement in the village yet, Read says some council hopefuls may wait longer than others to get their papers in. "There's a pretty wide variance. Some people get on it right away, and some people wait until the last minute. It varies just like personalities," he says, adding in its short elections history Radium has seen all kinds of races. "We've had mayoral elections and we've had elections for council and acclamations. There's no hard or fast rule." Once nominations close on October 14, the names of all candidates who've filed their papers will become public knowledge.
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Students at David Thompson Secondary School wore pink to school September 28 to show their support for antibullying measures. The school holds an anti-bullying day every September. ANDREA KLASSEN/ECHO PHOTO
Mayor of Canal Flats stepping down CANAL FLATS — Village of Canal Flats mayor Bruce Woodbury will not be seeking re-election come this November. Following a three-year term as mayor, Woodbury will be stepping down to focus on his business, Headwaters Development Consulting. "Although I achieved a number of the goals I set for myself when I was elected to council there is more that I would like to see done for
the community," Woodbury said. "I believe, however, that there are other residents that are quite capable of doing a good job on council and achieving those same goals, they just need to step up to the plate. I found my time on council a rewarding experience and I thank the community for giving me that opportunity. I encourage others to consider running in the upcoming village elections."
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50 years ago: Trustees from the Windermere School District attended a convention to discuss an offer from the Ford Foundation to the B.C. School Trustee's Association and the University of B.C. to provide a $60,000 grant towards a program to develop leadership and public responsibility in education. 45 years ago: The first annual Kootenanny Days was held jointly by the Radium Hot Springs Tourist Association and the Fairmont Hot Springs resort. Events featured a golf tournament, a swim meet and a pair of dances, of which the theme was Kootenay Indian. 40 years ago: The Invermere airport was nearing completion. The strip had
been excavated, a gravel fill placed and the access road was also nearing completion. A local resident, only identified as a Mrs. Stevens, whose house was in the flight path was relocated to a site of her choosing. 35 years ago: The new Federal Liberal Riding of Kootenay East held its founding meeting in Fairmont. Guest speaker Senator Jack Austin called the valley one of the most important economic areas in the world, and asked residents to consider what kind of economic growth and development they wanted for the valley. 32 years ago: Parts of the film The First Hello were shot on Mount Swansea. Helicopters and hang-gliders dotted the airspace, and two Invermere residents served as stuntmen for the hang-gliding sequences. The film was budgeted at almost $2.75
million, and followed the story of two social outcasts who fall in love. 25 years ago: The Radium Sawmill was picketed by employees from the Crestbrook Sawmills in Canal Flats. Crestbrook employees had been on a 11-week strike as a result of a labour dispute between I.W.A. and the B.C. forest industry. 20 years ago: The Invermere and District hospital held its official ribboncutting ceremony. Invermere Mayor Ron Halvorson called the new facility "the epitome" of the care the society shows for the residents of Invermere and the surrounding municipalities. 15 years ago: An intoxicated man threw a barbecue from a third floor balcony at Riverside Villas in Fairmont, damaging multiple vehicles in the parking lot below. In an unrelated incident, $450
worth of kitchen knives were stolen from Invermere's Home Hardware. 10 years ago: The aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States, coupled with an ongoing softwood lumber battle with the U.S. were the driving reasons behind layoffs at Slocan Forest Products mills, including the Radium Saw Mill. The company announced that they would reduce lumber production by 30 million board feet beginning that October. 5 years ago: The Fairmont Hot Springs Resort (FHSR) was sold to Ken Fowler Enterprises (KFE), of St. Catharines Ontario. KFE president Ken Fowler stated his intention to position Fairmont as one of the world's most recognized resort destinations, and called it good for both the community as well as the valley as a whole.
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About a month after two cougars were euthanized in the Columbia Valley, a third cougar was put down in the Edgewater area. Local conservation officer Lawrence Umsonst says reports of cougar activity came thick and fast in the community in the middle of the month, with some nights bringing multiple sightings. On the night of September 14, "one person actually saw two cougars running in a field and they could hear a third vocalizing," says Umsonst. "Usually when cougars vocalize they're either in the mating process — just like cats are — or they're calling their young." Though conservation officers visited the area the next day with tracking dogs, the cougars' scent had already dissipated. A second visit to the area at night also failed to produce any signs of the animals. Finally, on the afternoon of September 20, Umsonst was called to a property on Hewitt
Road, just outside of Edgewater, where a caller had seen a cougar run under an abandoned school bus. "It turned out to be about a two year old female in very poor condition. Its ribs were showing and its hips were showing as well. This was obviously a cougar that couldn't take down wildlife. Even a deer would pose a problem for it to take down," says Umsonst. The cat was put down while lying under the bus. "After we looked under the school bus we could see that it had taken that lady's house cat — the person that saw the cougar run under the bus — so that's what it was doing," adds Umsonst. "They don't expend as much energy to catch pets as they do wild animals that make a living out of running away from predators." This isn't the first time a cougar has been caught attacking pets this year. The last big cat put down in Edgewater tried to attack a resident's dogs, and was linked to missing cats and poultry in the area. A cougar put down in Fairmont in the same timeframe had also attacked sheep.
While cougars have been spotted in most valley communities this fall, there's been little activity around Edgewater since the last cat was destroyed. "Your guess is as good as mine as to what's happened to the other cougars that were seen," says Umsonst. "They may have moved on." Earlier this month another cougar was also killed in Invermere, though not by conservation officers. "There was one killed on the railway tracks... it had been feeding on a deer and was struck by a train," says Umsonst. At least one other cougar has been spotted in Invermere, but not in the last two weeks. Sightings in Radium are similarly dated, though a sighting was reported in Fairmont more recently. Umsonst says he suspects cougars will continue to be active in the area as winter draws near, because the valley is home to wintering ungulates that make up a large portion of the big cats' diets. If you see a cougar, report it to the conservation service at 1-877-952-7277.
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Bogomir Rutar “Bogie� 1926 - 2011 It is with great sorrow that the family of Bogomir Rutar announces his passing on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at 85 years of age at Jumbo Creek near Panorama, British Columbia. Bogomir was born on September 5, 1926 in Slovenia. Bogie loved hunting in his favourite place right up to the last day. He is survived by his wife Ingrid, his sons Mirko and Oscar, his daughter-in-laws Laurine and Christina and his grandsons Alex and Dennis. A celebration of Bogomir’s life was held on Monday, September 26, 2011 in Invermere, British Columbia. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make memorial donations in honour of Bogie may do so to their local SPCA. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com
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Nicholas Paul Sam Don’t Grieve For Me For Now I’m Free Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free I’m following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way; I found that place at the close of day. If my parting has left a void, Then ďŹ ll it with remembered joy. A friendship shared a laugh, a kiss; Ah yes, these things, I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much; Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
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Employment
Employment
Employment
Employment
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CertiďŹ ed Dental Assistant required at our ofďŹ ce in Invermere BC. We are looking for a gentle, organized and motivated person to join our team. The position is for 4 days/week to start, and could be moved to 5 days/week in the future. We could also consider a 2 day/week position. Please fax/email resume to Dr. Pat O’Sullivan at 250-342-3561 or email dental5@telus.net GUDEIT BROS. CONTRACTING LTD. located in Lumby, B.C. requires an experienced COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANIC. This is a fulltime position with competitive wages and beneďŹ ts. Fax resume and references to 250-547-9818 or e-mail to gbclacct@telus.net.
Trades, Technical
HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B atdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, beneďŹ ts package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1-800-647-7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403-6472763 MARLEN TRANSPORT LTD. requires an experienced B-TRAIN CHIP TRUCK DRIVER for it’s Lumby-Castlegar and Lumby-Kamloops runs. Cross shifting required. Fulltime position with competitive pay and beneďŹ ts. Fax resume, references and driver’s abstract to (250)547-9818 or email gbclacct@telus.net. No phone calls please.
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PURCHASER/SHIPPER - Min 5 years experience required in a manufacturing environment. Must have an above average knowledge of shipping procedures & documentation, customs logistics, transportation coordination and consumable shop purchasing. Must be detail oriented with good communication & organizational skills. MS OfďŹ ce skills a necessity. Valid BC Drivers License with clean abstract. Please reply to Box #7 c/o The Morning Star, 4407 - 25th Ave, Vernon BC, V1T 1P5.
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Interfor Ltd. Planer Supervisor International Forest Products Limited, is recruiting a Planer Supervisor for their lumber manufacturing facility in Grand Forks, BC. Reporting to the Planer Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for directing planer production employees, ensuring optimum product quality, improving production levels and training employees. You will have relevant post-secondary education, and/or at least ďŹ ve years of lumber manufacturing experience, a lumber grading ticket, Power Engineer CertiďŹ cate Fourth or Fifth Class and/or MSR certiďŹ cation will be an asset. The ability to work in a team environment, a ďŹ rm commitment to sound safety principles, and strong planning and problem solving abilities are essential.
SERVICE ADVISOR. We have an immediate opening for the position of Service Advisor. Applicant should be mechanically inclined, computer literate and familiar with all types of automotive vehicle repairs. Apply in person or writing to: Browns Chrysler Ltd., 10447-104 Ave., Westlock, AB, T7P 2E4. Phone 1-780349-5566. Fax 1-780-3496493. Email: service@brownschrysler.com Attention: Dale Marshall. The following full-time positions are available in Golden and Radium, BC. 1. Feller Buncher Operator 2. Track Excavator Operator 3. D8 Dozer Operator Must have a minimum of 5 years experience within the Forest sector. Please Fax resumes to: (250) 344-4655 or email: cchltd1@gmail.com
Employment
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EXPANDING DODGE Dealership requires Journeyman automotive technicians. Thriving vibrant community. Wages $38.00 & up. Excellent beneďŹ ts, relocation bonus. Fax resume 306-463-6808 email: jason@energydodge.com Kindersley, Sask.
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Labourers JOIN NEWALTA Track Hoe Operators #11-0154 Newalta is looking for experienced track hoe operators throughout Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. Driver’s license, four wheel drive vehicle, H2S and ďŹ rst aid required. Any additional tickets needed will be supplied. OilďŹ eld background or remote location experience is an asset. Schedule is 21 days on and 7 days off. Newalta has much to offer including competitive wages, growth opportunities and beneďŹ ts such as meal allowances and supplied accommodations while on shift. Email/fax your resume: to westerncareers@newalta.com or fax (403) 806-7076.
We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilďŹ eld construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilďŹ eld roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.
ALUMINUM/FITTER Welders for Kamloops. Min 3-5 yrs exp. Welding Test Req. Comp Wages & BeneďŹ ts Pkg. Email:ltanner@aepl.ca EXPERIENCED Drywallers and Steel stud framers, Central Alberta work. BeneďŹ ts, competitive wages full time work. Please contact ofďŹ ce at 1-403-342-4885 or fax resume to 1-403-342-2435.
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Interested applicants should forward a resume by Oct 16, 2011 to: International Forest Products Limited Box 39 Grand Forks BC V0H 1H0 or by fax 250-443-2434 or email: allan.jmayoff@interfor.com
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The Steering Committee of the EKCP is seeking applications from qualiÂżed individuals to assume the lead role in this dynamic, fastpaced organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, coordination, and implementation of the EKCP. We require a seasoned professional with a varied combination of education and experience to build on the demonstrated success of this strong organization. As the sole staff member, the incumbent will be an integral part of the organization and report directly to the Steering Committee Chairperson (or designate). The position is based in the Kootenay region. For an information package call 250-352-6874 or email beth.woodbridge@bchydro.com Deadline for applications is 11 a.m. (PST) Friday, October 28, 2011.
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Representative to the Recreation Society Board The Council of the District of Invermere is now receiving applications for a Representative to the Columbia Valley Recreation Society Board. This volunteer position will work closely with other members of the board regarding the operation of the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena. Interested persons are requested to submit letters of application and brief resumes including reasons for interest and related experience to Mayor and Council District Of Invermere P.O. Box 339 (914 – 8th Avenue) Invermere, BC, V0A1K0 Interested persons are asked to please have their letters submitted to the District of Invermere no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 19th, 2011.
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Merchandise for Sale
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BUILDING SALE... Final clearance. “Rock bottom prices�. 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140 x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. CAN’T GET Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad & get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-599. CAN’T GET up your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591. FIREWOOD Support Rockies Hockey. Fir&Pine.Phone 250-342-6908
Floor ReďŹ nishing/ Installations
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Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Real Estate
Misc. for Sale
Misc. for Sale
For Sale By Owner
DO-IT-YOURSELF Steel buildings priced to clear Make an offer! Ask about free delivery, most areas! Call for quick quote and free brochure. 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. FIREWOOD Clov’r’dell firewood, seasoned larch, fir, birch, and pine. Measured cords, 1/2 cords, split and delivered or pick up a trunk load. 250-342-0152
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1100 sq. ft. zoned R2 recently renovated bungalow. 3 bdrm, 1 & half bath on main. Nearly finished bsmt, 1 bdrm, roughed in bthrm. Wood stove, A/C,lg fenced yard, 5 new appliances, $380,000. Call for viewing, 250-341-3983
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Real Estate
Real Estate
Kim Collens
Sales Representative
230 Laurier Street, Invermere, B.C. Toll Free: 1-877-342-3427 Cell: 250-342-1671 Email: kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com
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Rentals
Rentals
Rentals
Recreational
Apt/Condo for Rent BRAND New Lake Front Condo Invermere 2 bdrm + den 2 Bath Condo Beautiful Lake View. 1188 Sq Ft. Fully Upgraded with Granite Hardwood, Stnlss Steel Appliances and Insuite Laundry. Secured Underground Parking. Available October. Fully furnished or not. $1150/month NS Call Kim @780-777-8887 INVERMERE 2 blocks from downtown condo, furnished, 2bdrm, 2 bath. $1050/mth, includes utilities NS NP, no partiers. References 403-9784559 or 250 342-6440. Large 2 BR basement suite in Invermere. Private entrance. Very close to downtown and schools. W/D/F/S. $775 plus hydro. Available Nov.1. Ph 250-688-1105. PINEWOOD 2 in RADIUM 2 BDRM, 2 BATH CONDO Pictures avail upon request. Mountain views, in-suite laundry, A/C, gas fireplace. Laminate floors throughout kitchen, dining room and living room. Oversized balcony with gas barbecue hookup. Brand new appliance package. $950.00/month. Please Contact Ryan (403) 650-5788 rypanet@gmail.com Walk to Pano bus stop & downtown Invermere from this 2 bdrm, 1 bath apartment. Furnished & equipped. Hydro, cable & wifi inc. Shared laundry. $800/mnth Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250-688-0362 Kijiji.ca AD ID 309800996
Commercial/ Industrial
Homes for Rent
RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, .83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake (70 Mile House). Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)
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3 bedroom recently updated on pad at Green Acres. $65,000 obo. 250-342-1700. Canal Flats, 4 trailers for sale by owner, all single wide 2 or 3 bedrm. Prices from $12,900 to $37,900. For details call Vic 250-341-8100.
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1 bdrm + den condo in Akiskinook, 10 min drive to Invermere. Renovated, fully furnished & equipped. Indoor pool. $750 hydro, cable & internet inc. Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250 688 0362 2 bdrm, 2 bath Open Concept R2000 Executive Condo Fully furnished in downtown Invermere. Includes all appliances, electric fireplace and top of the line barbecue. $1200/month. 1 month free with 1 year lease. Available immediately.
Email dcordery@cogeco.ca or call 416-709-4590 INVERMERE - Lake Front, main floor, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath, furnished, N/P, N/S, 6 appliances, pool/hot tubs, underground parking, $1250/mth + DD + utilities, 403861-0544 or srowell@telus.net
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Timber Ridge - Sep 15/11 Jun 15/12. Beautiful 3 bdrm fully furnished bungalow with fully developed walkout basement. Large Living room, dining area & kitchen. Fireplace, 2 bathrooms, large deck backing onto greenbelt reserve area with fabulous mountain views. Lake & recreation area privileges. Adult non-smokers. $1700/mth. Call 403-6173089 or email: james.cartin@shaw.ca
Large, clean unfurnished cabin in Fairmont. 3 bdrms 2 renovated baths, great deck, lots of storage $1100/mnth Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management at 250 688 0362 Kijiji.ca AD ID 315455509
Wilmer- 2 Bedroom log home large fenced yard, detached workshop, some furnishings perfect for couple or 2 singles. Small pet welcome, $1,000/mth, avail Oct 1. Call to submit application with references. Ed English 250-342-1194 Jan Klimck 250-342-1195
Homes for Rent
Rooms for Rent
Cottages / Cabins
Room for Rent in Invermere
Furnishes, wireless internet, all utilities included. $350/month.
INVERMERE: Lake Windermere Pointe starting at $900 p/ month; furnished or not; pool, underground parking, elevator & much more. WINDERMERE: Furnished 2 bedr. cottage for October 1. Nice yard! $900 plus utilities. INVERMERE: 2 bedr. furnished condo, storage room, central location at $800 plus utilities. BLACK FOREST VILLAGE: 2 bedr. unfurnished town home, long-term at $900 plus utilities. RADIUM: 4 bedroom home, unfurnished long-term, no pets or smoking at $1350 plus utilities. CANAL FLATS: Newer 2 bedr. town home $850 plus utilities.
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DUPLEX - 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath. Close to downtown & Kinsman Beach. Den and deck. N/P, N/S. $925/mth. 250-342-3948
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DOWNTOWN Invermere Townhouse for Rent - Fully furnished including Cable TV. Available October 1 to mid December on a week to week or month to month basis. $1600/month or $400/week + DD. Phone 403-615-7640.
FOR Sale or Lease 1,200 sq.ft 2 Bay shop and fenced yard located at Invermere Cross Roads. Great Exposure and lease options. Call 250-3425667
3 Bedroom, Fully Furnished Log Home in Invermere, available November 1st. $1150 plus 1/2 utilities. Call 403-819-8121.
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Commercial Space - for lease Approx- 3000 sqft 503 7th Ave. Below Gone Hollywood & Valley Spas - Beside Back Door Wine Cellar. Overhead door/ heated $5/sqft triple net 250-342-0603 or 250-341-5845
Invermere 3-Bdrm 3-Bathrm. Large yard, Garage, N/S, Pets negotiable, $1200/mth. Avail immediately. References. 250342-1322 Large House for rent Centrally located 4 bedroom, furnished or unfurnished, walk to schools and downtown. References, no pets or partiers, rent to own possible. Long term. 403-678-3087 or mijbug88@yahoo.com
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Suites, Lower Bright, furnished 1 bdrm bsmt suite in Invermere. $550/mnth includes utilities & cable. N/S single person preferred. Call: 250-342-0337 INVERMERE - Bright Studio Semi-furnished, N/S, $550/mth Nov 1. 250-342-0436.
Suites, Upper
NEW 2100 sq.ft.,4 BR, 2.5 bath home in Cottages at Copper Point for rent (6mos to 1yr lease preferred). Hardwood, heated tile floors, granite counters, huge deck, loft, giant windows w/2 storey vault in LR and kitchen, wood burning FP and forced air furnace. Fully furnished $2300/mo. Will consider renting unfurnished. Contact Caylie 403-803-4187, or caylie@shaw.ca
RADIUM - bright 2 bdrm, 1 and 1/2 bath with shared laundry, private entrance $600/month plus DD and hydro, NS, References required. Call 250 -347-9970.
Townhouses 3 bdrm new townhome in dwntwn Invermere, 2.5 bath, garage, fenced yard, n/s, n/p Call Ben Green, Green Door Property Management 250-688-0362 Kijiji.ca AD ID 304127213
CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION OF INVERMERE Worship Services every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at Christ Church Trinity 110 - 7th Avenue, Invermere Pastor Rev. Fraser Coltman Pastor Rev. David Morton 1-866-426-7564
THE ANGLICAN & UNITED CHURCHES
WELCOME YOU TO A SHARED MINISTRY 250-342-6644 Fax 250-342-6643 100-7th Avenue, Invermere www.wvsm.info www.christchurchtrinity.com
Sunday, October 9th 9:00 a.m. at All Saints Edgewater 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity First Sunday of every month Evening Prayer at St. Peter’s Windermere
CANADIAN MARTYRS CATHOLIC CHURCH
Roman Catholic Parish Pastor: Father James McHugh 250-342-6167 Invermere 250-344-6328 Golden Confession: 1/2 hour before Mass Canadian Martyrs Church 712 - 12 Ave, Invermere Saturday at 7 p.m. Sunday at 9 a.m. St. Joseph Church Highway 93-95, Radium Hot Springs Sunday at 11 a.m. Sacred Heart Parish 808 - 11 Street, Golden Sunday at 5 p.m. St. Anthony’s Mission Corner of Luck and Dunn, Canal Flats
Saturday at 4:30 p.m. (served from Kimberly)
RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP For more information call 250-342-6633 or 250-347-6334 Loving God, Loving People #4 - 7553 Main Street West, Radium Sundays at 10 a.m. Bible Studies #4 - 7553 Main Street West, Radium Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Kids’ Church Edgewater Hall Thursday 6:30 p.m.
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326 - 10th Ave. 250-342-9535 REV. TREVOR HAGAN Senior Pastor www.lakewindermerealliance.org
VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Hwy. 93/95 1 km north of Windermere Pastor: Murray Wittke
Sunday, October 9th 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service Worship and Life Instruction 10 a.m. Worship & Word Kid’s Church Provided “Thanks! Giving” Pastor Trevor ministering. “K.I.D.S Church” Call the office at 250-342-9511 for ages 3-5 and 6-10 for more information. during the morning service. www.valleychristianonline.com 7:00 p.m. Sing and Celebrate Sharing Truth at L.W.A.C.
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Which way will you go? The Village of Canal Flats now has new directional signage thanks to its Economic Development Advisory Committee. The committee presented a plan to council last year to improve directional signage throughout the village to help visitors locate its major attractions and civic facilities. Committee members, lead by Evence Blanchard (Escuadra Contracting) and Shawn Doherty built and installed the decorative post and beam signs. With some 50 directional sign tabs, finding points of interest in the village is now much easier. It was a true valley contribution, with material and labour donations from: Chris Corey of Rona, North Star Hardware, Shane McKay of TXN Installations, Skandia Concrete, Tembec, Pierre Roy’s Custom Moldings, Dave Belcher, George Greenside of Fairmont Outpost and Outdoors, and the village’s own Public Works crew. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 6 (ROCKY MOUNTAIN) Invitation to Tender: Snow Removal Snow removal contracts are required for: Area #1: Kimberley Administration Zone Office, Maintenance Compound, and Blarchmont Elementary School in Kimberley, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Wayne Keiver at 250-427-2268. Area #2: Selkirk Secondary School, McKim Middle School, Lindsay Park Elementary School, Kimberley Alternate School and the Community Skills Building in Kimberley, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Wayne Keiver at 250-427-2268. Area #3: (Snow removal and sanding) Martin Morigeau Elementary School parking lot in Canal Flats, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Norman Julien at 250-342-6814. Area #4: Edgewater Elementary School parking lot in Edgewater, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Norman Julien at 250-342-6814. Area #5: Golden Secondary School parking lots and bus turnaround in Golden, B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Alan Ure at 250-344-8643. Area #6: (Snow removal and sanding) Field Elementary School parking lot and sidewalks in Field B.C. All enquiries should be directed to Alan Ure at 250-344-8643. Snow removal will take place if over 3” of snow on the ground and must be completed prior to 7:00 a.m. Contracts will be based on the type of equipment and hourly rates. Please list your equipment and the hourly rates. Contractors are welcome to bid on all areas; however, separate bids for each area must be submitted by 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 13, 2011. More than one contract may be issued. The lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted. Sealed tenders must be marked “Snow Removal Contract with the Area #” and submitted to: Steve Jackson, AScT, Director of Operations Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 PO Box 430 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
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Player Profile 20 — Thomas Robinson
Position: Left Wing Hometown: Prince Rupert, B.C. Birthday: April 30, 1992 Height: 5'10 Weight: 160 lbs How did you start playing hockey? "My dad got me into it... I would say I was five when I started."
Dillon Falkmann of the Columbia Valley Bighorns makes a spectacular leaping catch during their game against the Vernon Magnums October 2. STEVE JESSEL/ECHO PHOTO
Bighorns facing tough lineup STEVE JESSEL reporter1@invermerevalleyecho.com
What's your goal for the season? "To make playoffs, and if we make playoffs, to win the league." Any long-term goals? "I would say college." This is Robinson's second season with the Rockies. So far this year he's picked up one goal during an away game against Sicamous.
For a wide variety of sticks, pucks, skates, tape and more come to Invermere Home Hardware Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Columbia Valley Bighorns were on the losing side of a lopsided 46-7 defeat at the hands of the Vernon Magnums at Bighorns Field Sunday, October 2. The Magnums, currently ranked first in their division, took advantage of a depleted Bighorns side that was miss-
ing one of its top receivers due to injury. "Our team came out strong, but finished really weak," Bighorns coach Bruce Marlow said. "Our veterans really stepped up, and although there are only four or five of them they really made a big difference." The Bighorns record falls to 2-2 after their win last week over the Penticton Cougars. The team now enters a tough pair of home-and-home games
against Cranbrook, beginning with a trip to Cranbrook October 9. "The team really needs to improve on believing in themselves — they get down on themselves a bit when they make a mistake and they start backing up," Marlow said. "However, our special teams were a little better, and our offensive lines' blocking was far better than its ever been. Our quarterback Ryley Purdy also had another great game."
GOLF NEWS WINDERMERE LADIES GOLF CLUB The last day of the season saw 23 ladies play nine holes of "Low Net'. The afternoon ended with an excellent dinner prepared by Kari and then the AGM, elections and prize giving. It was surprising how many winners there were for 9 holes! The winners were: first flight — Coreen Rault, runner up Raylene Oram; second flight — Diane Kochorek, runner up Ruth Gordon; third flight — Barb Journault, runner up Helga Boker; fourth flight —
Sharon Schmidt, runner up Ann Way. Six people had deuces: Cathy Howard, Coreen Rault, Diane Kochorek, Joyce Robinson, Barb Journault and Joyce Pollock. Four people tied for the Putting Pot: Ruth Gordon, Diane Kochorek, Mary Jean Anakin and Susan Nikirk. Following the AGM, at which Diane Kochorek was elected Captain and Helga Boker as Vice Captain for the 2012 /2013 season, prizes were awarded as follows: RCGA Pin Round
— Diane Kochorek, runner up Coreen Rault; BC Pin Low Net — Sherry Larratt; Most improved Player — Susan Nikirk, runner up Pat Andruschuk; Club Champion — Pat Andruschuk, Low Net Gail Cole; Match Play — Diane Kochorek, runner up Deb Plato; Consolation Match Play — Gail Cole, runner up Nora Efford. Congratulations to all the prize winners and a big thank you to the retiring executive for all their work. Submitted by Ann Way
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Nitros two up on Rockies STEVE JESSEL reporter1@invermerevalleyecho.com
The Columbia Valley Rockies took back-to-back losses from the Kimberley Dynamiters this past week, going 6-1 Tuesday and following up with a 10-1 loss Saturday. TREVOR CRAWLEY/BLACK PRESS PHOTO
The Columbia Valley Rockies hockey team continued their string of disappointing results with a 10-1 loss to the Kimberley Dynamiters Saturday evening. Reto Stiz scored the lone goal for the Rockies, who fall
to 0-7-0-0 on the season. Despite the uneven scoreline, the Rockies were only out-shot 27-23 in the loss, with their tally coming in the second period on a powerplay following a slashing call against Owen Solecki of the Dynamiters. Assists were credited to Aaron Barclay and Jordan Stimpson. For the Dynamiters, Jared Marchi was named first star of the game with two goals and five points overall, while Colton Vannucci notched five assists in the win. The Dynamiters also posted another vic-
tory over the Rockies last week, going 6-1 with the team Tuesday night in Invermere. The Rockies' lone goal that night was scored by Brendan Sage. The victory improves the Dynamiters record to 5-2-0-0 for the season. Next on the slate is a game against Eddie Mountain Division leaders Fernie Ghostriders October 4 at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena in Invermere. The Ghostriders sport a 6-1-0-0 record following a 3-1 victory over the Spokane Braves October 1.
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INVERMERE — Pothole Park in Invermere was the site for the first ever Parkinson’s Walk. September 11 was a beautiful day. Twenty three participants joined Grace Sander for this yearly September event. Grace was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 1998. She has since participated in two SuperWalks. Three weeks before the event, she decided to set up the walk in Invermere; with the help of friends and family, this successful day brought in $3,000. Thanks to everyone who came out for the walk. Thank you to all who pledged, and a special thank you to the sponsors. Keep your eyes open next summer when advertising will start for the next Walk for the Cure.
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Good finishes for DTSS boys COLUMBIA VALLEY — The David Thompson Secondary School junior boys soccer team placed second in their home tournament held this past weekend. The final game ended in a 2-2 tie and went to a shoot out where the Creston goalie made some amazing saves to give Creston the win. The week before saw the senior boys soccer team secure a first place victory at a tourna-
ment in Nakusp. Their first game against Creston ended 0-0 and went to a shoot out. It took eight shooters and the boys prevailed as the winners. Game two saw the team go 7-0 against Midway. Game three brought a 3-0 win against Enderby. Game four, a 5-2 win over Mt. Sentinel. In the championship game the boys secured the first place spot with a 3-0 win over Keremeos.
The DTSS junior boys soccer team picked up a silver finish over the weekend. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Kelly Hrudey with Brian Schaal, general manager at Copper Point Golf Club, speaks about the upcoming Kelly Hrudey and Friends Charity Golf Classic that will be held August 15 and 16, 2012. Some of the proceeds of the event will go to the Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre, a charity near and dear to both men's hearts. The Invermere Summit Youth Centre and the local elementary and high school hockey academy will also benefit. MARILYN BERRY/ECHO PHOTO
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Word of the Week Beta A measure of the volatility, or systematic risk, of a particular investment or portfolio of investments in comparison to the market as a whole. You can think of beta as the tendency of a security's returns to respond to swings in the market. A beta of 1 indicates that the security's price will move with the market. A
beta of less than 1 means that the security will be less volatile than the market. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market. For example, if an investments beta is 1.2, it will theoretically have 20 per cent greater movement (volatility) than the market.
Risk and Volatility: What’s the difference?
We hear the words ‘risk’ and ‘volatility’ all the time when we are looking at investing money. Sometimes people talk about these two words as though they are the same things, but that is definitely not the truth. Risk and volatility are not the same and refer to very different ideas that are important to how we invest money to achieve our goals.
Ask-the-Expert Market timing does not reduce risk or improve returns. While very few people like investment risk, those who can tolerate it better are those who will be less uncomfortable when risk happens from time to time and market values decline by a little or a lot. Tolerating the potential for loss is the cost that investors occasionally pay so that they are always at the table, when the markets deliver their positive rewards. Nothing is certain about this process, and that is the nature of investment risk. However, the scientific investment literature is relatively clear on certain points. Amateur and profession-
al investors are just not good at timing changes in the markets. Active strategies that attempt to time market turns have underperformed continuous investment strategies. Consistently and profitably calling serial market turns correctly has been a skill beyond mere mortals and certainly beyond the skill of even the most proud of professional and individual investors.
To enter for this month’s draw of a $50.00 gift certificate for GAS at Lucky Strike Gas, all you need to do is visit www.cmkwealth.com or stop by our office and ‘Ask the Experts’ at CMK Wealth Management.
Let’s say you have set aside some money in an investment to send a son or daughter of 15 you expect to university, after high school. How will you have the money for that? If you have set aside a few dollars in a fund for him or her, you will need to start pulling that money out over the next 3-5 years. Will it be enough? The cost of tuition, books, rent and everything else is growing. What do you do with your little fund? You don’t want to risk losing that money. So, you reduce or eliminate your exposure to
stocks. Your good sense will tell you there is no way to know for sure what the stock market will do over this short time period. The stock market is quite volatile. Over a short period, it may or may not be up when you need the money and could actually be much lower in 3 years than it is now. Investing these funds in stocks could be quite risky. You have a chance of making some money, but you also have the chance of losing a large portion of your initial investment. If you stretch the time-frame out over fifteen or twenty years - to save for retirement, for example – you might make a different decision. Investing in the stock market through a properly diversified portfolio, could be an excellent decision. Why? Because history has shown the stock market goes up over twenty years, and will likely be higher than it is today. That’s true even in a depression or a recession. The only time this is not true is if an individual company goes out of business. There is still a risk, but it is not as great. Your investment is still exactly as volatile as it would be for the stock based college fund, but it is far less risky, because we know the stock market goes up over a longer time. The volatility is still there, but the risk to your money is lower. You would be making the same investment, but over a different time period. Time is the important factor. So, because the market is very volatile, the risk is greater over a short time than over a longer time. It’s still a risk, but not as great. An investment can be volatile, without necessarily being risky. The important message: Time makes a difference in investing. Put the short-term college fund in less risky investments, and the retirement fund where there is more possibility for growth, even though there is volatility to consider. Short-term funds should be placed in lowrisk investments. Long-term funds can withstand volatility, because over time they trend upward.
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The Powder Highway: a love letter to Kootenay ski culture New film featuring local skiers and hills plays at Copper City this week ANDREA KLASSEN editor@invermerevalleyecho.com
Powder Highway producer Vance Shaw is the first to admit his latest ski flick isn't meant to be "the most righteous film ever." And while there's plenty of powder, thanks to some great ski conditions in the winter of 2010-11, the new movie — which gets its Invermere premier this Friday at the Copper City Saloon — has its sights set squarely on the people who love it and ski it season after season. "We're pretty passionate about the area," says Shaw, whose company Vshaw Communications is based out of Revelstoke. "Really it was just the people we met along the way (that inspired us). We thought we could probably have fun making a movie about the Kootenays." Started last summer, the film is a thorough tour of the Kootenay ski scene. From Rossland's Red Moun-
tain to Panorama Mountain Village, Shaw and his crew crossed the region, doing their best to experience everything it has to offer. "We basically did everything you can do skiing here," he says, "whether it be heli, cat, touring. Anything. All of it."
“Skiing wasn't a hobby. Skiing was their life.” VANCE SHAW FILM PRODUCER
In each place, the crew worked with local skiers, telling stories from those in the know. At Panorama, the crew teamed with locals Stu Bilodeau and Christina Lustenberger and her family. "With Invermere, we tried to focus on its race history," says Shaw. "Christina and Stu are both in the movie and they're just really talented skiers. Both of them are at the top level of skiing. It was about them, and we were focussing on the
fact that they grew up there. Skiing wasn't a hobby. Skiing was their life." Panorama was also one of the few hills the team hadn't had a chance to ski before, and Shaw say it held up well against others featured in the film. "Because it was such a good winter, every place was really good," he remembers. "It was really good snow." With Kootenay ski culture squarely in focus, Shaw says he's hoping the film will make people in the region appreciate the terrain they've got to work with, and the people that ski it alongside them. "What we were expressing is that this is all out your back door," he says. "It's not a fairy tale ski movie. It's right there, you can go get it this winter. Anything we did — of course, the heli sking is a budget issue — but the rest of it is quite affordable. And it's all there." The Powder Highway begins at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door, and the event is open to anyone 19 or older.
Stu Bilodeau at Panorama in Taynton Bowl. Bilodeau is one of several locals featured in the film The Powder Highway, which plays in Invermere October 7. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Monthly independent film series returns to Pynelogs The First Grader, the true story of an 84 year-old elementary student, launches the Cinefest season on October 11 MONTANA CAMERON Pynelogs Staff
Good news for local residents who are film fans â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cinefest is returning to Pynelogs this fall. For those that are not familiar with Cinefest, it is an independent film series brought to you by the Columbia Valley Arts Council and the Toronto International Film Circuit. This event provides a great opportunity to experience some fantastic films and offers something different to spend an evening doing over the somewhat dreary winter months. Not only is it a great time due to the film itself, it also offers a great social experience. Popcorn will be available, as it is the perfect pairing to a night of movie watching, and the bar will be open if you feel inclined to have something to sip. Before and after the film is a fun time to visit with other viewers and is a great opportunity to catch up with familiar faces you might
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not have seen in awhile, or introduce yourself to someone you don't recognize. The first Cinefest film of the season runs on Tuesday, October 11th. This year, we'll start the season off with The First Grader.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Justin Chadwickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s admirable effort manages to do more than inspire.â&#x20AC;? The uplifting true story of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest primary school student, this film reels you in with its human-interest hook, but packs an even more vital agenda: enlisting Kenyan locals to share littleknown details of their nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s independence. So, while relatively conventional in the telling, director Justin Chadwickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s admirable effort manages to do more than inspire, educating us about an important chapter in African history â&#x20AC;&#x201D; specifically, the treatment of Mau Mau freedom fighters. Cinefest has taken place for
many years now, and has been held at Pynelogs Cultural Centre for the last four years. Cinefest will follow its pattern of the last several years and be held the second Tuesday of each month: October 11, November 8, January 10, February 14, March 13, and April 10. Doors open at 6:30, and the film starts at 7 p.m. each night. A great event like Cinefest cannot happen without sponsorship and hard work. If you or your business feels that this is an event you would like to sponsor, please contact Pynelogs and we will put you in touch with Cinefest organizer Chris Jones. The Cinefest committee has worked hard to organize Cinefest the last several seasons and is looking forward to another great year of sharing films with our valley residents. We will look forward to seeing familiar and new faces this fall. For more information on Cinefest don't hesitate to contact Pynelogs Cultural Centre at 250-342-4423.
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what to do.... Fun events around the Valley Wednesday, October 5: Scrabble Night at the Invermere Public LIbrary, 6 - 8 p.m. Thursday, October 6: Free bear aware workshop at College of the Rockies, 7 - 8:30 p.m. 250-342-3210. Thursday, October 6: Registration and annual general meeting for the Invermere Curling Centre, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 6: Marc Atkinson Quartet at Christ Church Trinity at 8 p.m. Call Pynelogs for more info or to purchase your tickets.
Friday, October 7: 17th Annual Seniors Harvest Tea at DTSS, 2:30 - 4 p.m. Call 250-342-9213 to reserve a seat.
All Seniors of the Columbia Valley are invited to the 17th Annual Seniors Harvest Tea at DTSS 'SJEBZ 0DUPCFS t Q N Q N Join us for tea and coffee, delicious food, and great conversation. Please call Cindy Stevenson at DTSS 342-9213 by October 6 to reserve your seat. This event is hosted by the Cook Training Class and is complimentary to Seniors of the Columbia Valley.
Saturday, October 8: GALs BBQ fundraiser at Home Hardware, 11 - 2 p.m. Saturday, October 8: CV Rockies take on Golden Rockets, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena, 7:30 p.m. Monday, October 10: Thanksgiving feast at Rocky River Grill, fundraiser for the CV Food Bank. 2 - 8 p.m.
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Tuesday, October 11: Cinefest presents: The First Grader, 7 p.m. at Pynelogs, $10 Tuesday, October 11: Radium Chamber AGM and Golf Tournament, 11 a.m., 250-347-9331 for more info. Tuesday, October 4 - Sunday, October 16: Purcell Mountain Painters Art Show, Pynelogs Cultural Centre Art Gallery, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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The true story of an 84year-old Mau Mau veteran in Kenya who enters Grade 1 to learn to read.
Tuesday, Oct 11th 7pm @ Pynelogs. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Movie Night at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Tickets are $10 at the door. Come early. Limited seating. columbiavalleyarts.com/cinefest
The Cinefest @ Pynelogs Series gratefully acknowledges our partnership with Film Circuit.
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Thursday, October 6 - 8 pm at Christ Trinity Church Visit columbiavalleyarts.com for our current events calendar, or call 250-342-4423.
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TWELFTH ANNUAL WINDERMERE FALL FAIR & SCARECROW FESTIVAL
The Windermere Community Association would like to thank the following for their generous community support: ORGANIZING COMMITTEE: Cheri Hann ~ Chair, Fun Events, Entertainment Jo-El Buerlen ~ Co-Chair, Website Gracie Boake ~ Sponsorship, Popcorn & Hot Dog Stand Karen Taylor-Browne ~ Financial, Treasurer Pat VanRegen ~ Gatekeepers, Pie Organizing Wendy Behan – Artisan and Vendors Eileen Bilodeau ~ Food Ordering & Serving, Supplies Anne Picton ~ Advertising Anne Riches ~ Catering Andrea Dunlop ~ Kidz Only Ken Hann & Family~ Set up, Clean up, Mr. Fix It Cathy Voshell ~ Advertising Faith Saunders ~ Baking & Canning Cindy MacKay & Jen Cope~ Scarecrow Judges Gord Lazzarotto ~ Ladies & Kids Hammering Shandrea of The Stem - Floral Arrangements Joe & Sanda Taylor ~ Horticulture Steve Bentley – Wife Carrying and Wheelbarrow Race Jean Blackstock & Family ~ General Assistance Tracy Connery ~ Photography Bill Ayrton ~ Advisor, Sponsor Sam Bootsma, Neil Patterson ~ Food Cashiers Henry Bilodeau ~ Set up, Clean up
Jim Fraser ~ Parking, Landscaping, Take Down Victoria Page & Helen Elstrom ~ Recycling & Garbage DTSS Leadership Class ~ Kidz Only Darla Spiry ~ Hall Clean-up Bob Kochorek, Mike Haltman & Friends ~ Set up, Take down Brenda Challis ~ Parade, Set-up, Food Serving, Recycling Paul Patterson & John Kimpton ~ Hall Cashiers Terri Lightfoot & Charlene Diakiw ~ Final Finances OTHERS WHO ASSISTED: Scott Ivers ~ Emcee Sounds of Essence ~ Sound Technician Ray Schnerch ~ Coffee Home Hardware ~ Stage Leona & Heidi ~ Itsy & Bitsy Hoodoo Quilters ~ Quilting Display Jeremy Stevens ~ Magician Upper Columbia Pioneer ~ Publicity The District of Invermere ~ Sign Space Sam Fiddler – Pet Judging, Chicken Bingo Greg Whitman ~ Garbage Bins Jim & Lorraine Watt ~ Giant Pumpkin, Popcorn Japhy Hunt – The Mad Hatter
Others who assisted continued: Petra Downey – Goat Display Maegen Stanbury~ Face Painting, Scenery Painting Valley Peak ~ Publicity DR Sports ~ Ribbons Rolf Heer ~ Chainsaw Carving Donation Palliser Printing ~ Printing Windermere Fire Dept. ~ Foam Splashdown -wow! Sign Artists ~ Banners Joan & Stan Turley ~ Watermelon Eating Contest Local View Printing & Design ~ Entry Cards, Bags Windermere Family Pantry ~ Drink ordering Windermere School ~ Grounds, Scarecrows Kyle Young ~ Set up, Take down Alex Challis ~ Set up, Take down Sam Gaspar ~ General Assistance Gail Berg ~ Info Booth Mike Fraser, Peter Oppenvelde, Grigg Swayze, Jerry Herdin ~ Parking, Take Down Rockies Hockey ~ Set-Up (Tyler Stamler, Jordon Stinson, Tyler Reay, Trevor Simonson, Joel Adams, Bruce Corrigal, Spencer Johnston, Kenny Whitford, Colin Seddon)
TENTS: Rotary Club & Strands Restaurant ENTERTAINERS ~ Second Winds Band, Stacey & Bud DeCosse, Colleen Wagner, Gordon Askey & Friends, Rachel Marie Kimber, Jade Bowen, L8TE, Luke Persson, Arabian Mountain Spice Dancers and Rolf Heer A Special Thanks~ Staging a fundraising event like the Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival would not be possible without the incredible volunteer help of the over 150 people who have assisted the organizing committee (many have been involved for all twelve years!). To all those who made the wonderful scarecrows, rented tables, gave demonstrations, provided music and to all those who submitted entries in the judged competitions, and who donated their entry to the WCA, we thank you! Also to the Windermere Elementary School, the Principal and Staff who had just 3 days to have the students make scarecrows – the fair would not be the same without your involvement! Extra Special thanks to Sierra, Zack and Chelsea for volunteering! To all the other volunteers, such as the work crew, ticket sellers, gatekeepers, kitchen volunteers, food cookers and servers, the ladies who donated home made pies, baking and canning judges, the DTSS Leadership Class who ran Kidz Only Area, and WES students who helped. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!! THANKS! TO THESE DONATING SPONSORS: Columbia Basin Trust, A&W, AG Foods, Babin Air, Back Door Wine Cellar, Bicycle Works, BMO, Canterbury Flower,s Columbia Valley Pioneer, Columbia Valley Trading Co., Dairy Queen, Copper Point Resort, Eagle Ranch, Fairmont Creek Properties, Fat Boyz Pizza, Fairmont Goldsmiths, Fields, Fitz Flooring, Funtasia, Her Public, Gerry’s Gelati, Interior World, Kool Country Auto, Meridian Mortgage Solutions, Lambert Pharmacy, OK Tire, Rib Ranch, Peacock Embroidery, Quiniscoe Homes, Rainbow Donkey, Rivergems Jewelry, Rockies Pizzeria, Rockies Ice Cream, Rocky River Grill, Skandia Concrete, Strands, Skookum Inn, Syndicate Board Shop, Te Papa Nui, The Book Bar, Black Forest Restaurant, Bliss Hair, Blue Dog Café, Copper City Amusement, Coy’s Par 3, DG Gallery, Hopkins Harvest, Inside Edge, K5 Auto, Invermere Glass, Kicking Horse Coffee, Kootenay Pasta Company, Kootenay Savings, Majestic U-Brew, The Source, Saunders Family Farm, The Natural Floor, Tiffany’s Thredz, Travel World, Windermere Golf Course, Invermere Veterinary, Bavin Glassworks, Tim Hortons, Crazy Soles, Diane McGregor Art, Great Canadian Dollar Store, Royal Le Page, Valley Hair, Winderberry Nursery, Radermacher Chiropractic & Massage, The Monkey’s Uncle, The Natural Home, Three Bears Gifts, Valley Alley, Valley Echo, Valley Shine Shop, Valley Peak, RONA, Windermere Family Pantry, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, Sobeys, Pharmasave, High Country Properties
The Fall Fair is the primary fund-raising event for the Windermere Community Association and the funds are used for maintaining the community hall and grounds, children’s productions and an informative website, etc. Thank you to all who attended and we hope you had a memorable day!
Visit our website at www.windermerecommunity.ca
Juno-nominated musician Marc Atkinson plays the first concert of the CV Arts fall season tomorrow night at Christ Church Trinity at 8 p.m.
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The Columbia Valley Arts Council leads off its 2011-12 fall-winter concert series with two exciting presentations in October. Thursday, October 6 will see the return of the Marc Atkinson Quartet with a concert at Christ Church Trinity at 8 p.m. Jurgen Goethe of CBC radio ranks this dynamic group in the world's top 10. These four accomplished musicians have garnered many awards while performing around the world, from Glasgow to California, and were featured at the Montreal International Jazz Festival. You can get a taste of their music at marcatkinson.com. Later in October, on Saturday the 29th, the Pynelogs Cultural Centre will feature an "Irish Isle" evening with Mary Murphy. Along with guitarist Paul Keim,
she'll present an evening of music guaranteed to keep your feet tapping and your eyes smiling. For a preview, visit her website at marymurphy.ca. More concerts — some featuring local artists — are being planned for November and December. CV Arts will also bring back the Cheesecake Burlesque team in the spring. As always, tickets for these two concerts are available in Invermere at The Book Bar, Essentials, One Hour Photo and Pynelogs Cultural Centre. In Fairmont, get tickets at the Village Gift Shop, or pick them up in Radium at Radium Video/ Furry Companions. If you have any questions, please contact Pynelogs at 250-342-4423 or visit coulmbiavalleyarts.com. You can be added to the council's contact list and receive reminders of all concerts, shows, films and other events presented by CV Arts by talking to Jami at Pynelogs.
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Farnham cleanHelp make B.C.'s schools all-inclusive up Larson's effort Despite having moved to the distant city of Victoria, I still care about the little town I grew up in. DTSS is the place where my love of writing was discovered and developed. It was an environment of safe experimentation that allowed me to grow as a writer. With the confidence I gained from my teachers and classmates, I have been pursuing a writing degree with a minor in journalism. Lamentably, my experience is not standard. I think everybody can conjure up a moment where they felt like living trash. Perhaps ethnicity or religious background was the source of ridicule? Maybe a family issue, or some uncool clothing caused the problem. Remember the scorching feeling in your face? Arms filled with agony, slumped shoulders, a body aching with pain? Was there anger, was there fear? Was silence the most sonorous scream you could muster? Why, in a society that is perpetually advancing in one way or another, do generally altruistic and decorous people act exceedingly inhuman toward one another? The toxic forces of judgement and hatred have trickled into our society. I write today about the variety known as homophobia. Can you imagine an education-
al setting where students recognized love in all its unique forms, just as we recognize the inherent beauty in different skin colours? Imagine how marvellous it would be if every single child and teen could succeed academically/personally in a secure, non threatening environment. Sexual and gender identity are the only categories that do not have specific policies and programs in place. Our tax-funded educational system should be all-inclusive. On October 20, a lobby group will deliver thousands of letters, encased in purple envelopes to the Premier Christy Clark. These letters, written by people like myself, explain why there needs to be a policy change in our education system. The website for this group is purplelettercampaign.ca. It contains mailing information, stories and letters written by various public figures. I implore everybody to write a letter for this campaign, as well as emailing our MLA and the Minister of Education. We have already seen hundreds of catastrophic teen suicides as a direct result of bullying. Which local teen will be forced to take their life before we wake up and take action? Karlie Banville Victoria
Thank you for your September 28 article about the extensive remediation work at the Farnham Glacier ("Camp Green goes dark"). I have one regret about the article, and that is that it conveys the impression that it was done due to the efforts of the tenure holder, Glacier Resorts Ltd. (GRL). Nothing could be further from the truth. The work was done because Wilmer resident and retired mountain guide Arnor Larson exerted extreme pressure on the provincial government to force the tenure holder to live up to the terms of its Licence of Occupation. For more than three year, GRL had been in violation of many of the terms of its licence, including section 4.1D, which requires GRL to take responsibility for the failures of their sublicencee to perform to the required provincial standard. The government had issued an order on August 6, 2010 to have the necessary remedial work completed by October 5, 2010 regardless of whether WinSport would be removing Camp Green or not. This order was ignored and the government didn't bother to enforce it. By July of 2009 the tenacious Mr. Larson had already been advising the government of the unacceptable conditions that violated the Licence of Occupation. He bombarded them with facts, figures, documents, photographs and logic. Two years later his efforts paid off. The government finally did what governments are supposed to do — govern! They made the tenure holder clean up the mess. Jim Galloway, Brisco
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