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Volume 7 Issue 34

McBride Community Forest board loses members by EVAN MATTHEWS

Resort sparks demand

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Resort Phase 1-3 uncovered

The McBride Community Forest is losing two members of its board, both of whom sit on the Village Council. Councillor Edee Tracey left a couple of months ago, according to Councillor Sharon Reichert, who noted she too is leaving the board. “I resigned at last week’s meeting,” says Reichert. “The board is now looking for people who are interested in being on the board.” The board is typically made up of five people, and with Reichert and Tracey gone, only Mayor Loranne Martin, along with Joseph Rich and Randy McFarland remain. Rich and McFarland were appointed interim spots on the board back in February. The MCFC board has had somewhat of a

revolving door, starting with Ralph Bezanson in 2015, indicating he wanted to step down from the MCFC board, and there should be more public involvement and more knowledgeable members who are willing to move the community forest forward. “Right after the election (mayor and council) were all put onto the board, so we could get ourselves up to speed,” says Reichert. “We wanted to learn how the community forest works, and try to get things back on track.” In February 2015, Dannielle Alan, regional director for Area H, was appointed to the board as well, but has since stepped down. The board fired its general manager in August 2015, after it began working with B.A. Blackwell and Associates and Susan Mulkey of the BC Community Forest Association to review operations and governance of the MCFC.

The MCFC since paid out its old general manager, contributing to the organization’s $215,000 deficit in 2015. Because she’s no longer on the board, Reichert says she can’t speak about the McBride Community Forest’s financial situation or the $215,000 deficit in 2015. “From the beginning, it never should have been just mayor and council on the board,” says Reichert. “It’s the community forest; there should be community members.” The board is looking for anyone interested in being on the board — forestry experience or not — it’s not a necessity, according to Reichert. It’s a volunteer position, she says, so it’s a viable option for anyone who likes to volunteer or has business experience. “It was time to move on,” says Reichert. “We already need to replace Edee (Tracey), why do it twice?”

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Using a safety-knobbed wooden dagger, Brooke Taylor makes a striking attempt at Greg Reimer. The pair is offering sword fighting and martial arts classes through Reimer’s school, Swordfight Canada. Story on page A02.

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Live by the sword by EVAN MATTHEWS

As the salmon fight their way upstream, the clash of steel blades just a few feet above makes a difficult choice for a tourist’s eye. Vancouver natives Greg Reimer and Brooke Taylor, who recently moved to Valemount, are offering Italian sword fighting classes at customer request. “I teach (it) from the medieval and renaissance eras, and martial arts occurring in Italy between the years of 1400 and 1600,” says Reimer, owner of Swordfight Canada. As the two exchange striking attempts, Reimer says the first thing anyone should know about swordfighting is that safety is the number one priority. “If we hit each other, nobody wins,” says Reimer. “I need to recognize opportunities, and take them when they’re presented.” While one of the school’s goals is to create a realistic atmosphere for the weapons, Reimer notes the blades on all the weapons are dulled for safety. “We look at three different eras, and three different core weapons,” he says. Reimer teaches weapons

from the: • Late 1300s, or early 1400s — two-handed long sword • 1500s — smaller sword with a shield in-hand • 1600s — the rapier, a long, thin single-handed weapon The two-handed long sword is the core weapon of Swordfight Canada, Reimer emphasized, but people can also learn to use a poleaxe, as well as medieval dagger self-defense his school, he says. Having over 10 years of swordfighting experience under his belt, Reimer has over 5,000 hours of teaching experience, he says. Growing up reading books like C.S. Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia, or J. R. R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, Reimer says swordfighting was always a part of his life. “I loved swordfighting movies growing up, whether it was Star Wars styled swordfighting, Highlander, or Conan the Barbarian,” he says. “When I realized you could actually learn to do it, I was into it.” Reimer attended Academie Duello Swordfighting School in Vancouver, and became Provost certified to teach the skill himself. People often wonder if

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they’re the right type of person for swordfighting, according to Reimer, but he says every type of person should try it once. “Big and small, fit and not, old and young, architects, construction workers, students and unemployed people,” says Reimer. “I haven’t met any kind of person that didn’t enjoy it, and some even go on to continue.” Learn more: http://swordfight.ca. Photo: Evan Matthews Brooke Taylor and Greg Reimer engage each other using two-handed longswords.

Valemount Glacier Destinations: Phase 1 to 3 uncovered

by LAURA KEIL With the approval of Valemount Glacier Destinations Master Plan, it’s not too risky to state that the question now becomes a matter of when it will open rather than if. While several hurdles remain in the form of government permits under the Master Development Agreement, Valemount Glacier Destinations is finally in the home stretch. But what will the resort actually look like on opening day? The resort designers have planned the resort build-out in three phases. On opening day, which they are hoping for Dec. 2017, only part of Phase 1 will be completed. We looked to the approved Master Plan to learn more about the build-out.

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The Valemount area currently has approx. 500 accommodation units (rooms, suites or cabins with varying capacity). We can assume the town can accommodate at least 1000 people at any given time, not counting campgrounds. Phase 1 will include the construction of 861 bed units, nearly doubling the area’s accommodation capacity. These units will be located at the resort base on the mountain and include 70 units of employee housing. On opening day, there will be “very limited development of the base area,” with only a day lodge, a generator building, and a service building, according to the Master plan. Construction of the resort “village” will begin later. The first phase will be built out in subsequent years, reaching a total of 69 buildings, the plan says. Phase 1 should be completed in 3-5 years, according to Tommaso Oberti, VP of Pheidias Group. Oberti says current planning is for opening day is to have a gondola lift to Mt Trudeau, three quad chairs providing access to both sides of Mount Trudeau (including the backside), a glacier T-bar and a magic carpet. The lifts to Glacier Ridge and Twilight Glacier would be completed in the second year. The Master Plan says water will be supplied from wells, and the resort will have its own state of the art sewage treatment plant. In the first phase, the lift system will reach Twilight Glacier, at elevation 2,530 meters (roughly the same elevation as the top of the Mica Mine Trail or the peak of Mount Terry Fox), allowing for year-round skiing and for a vertical drop of 1,370 meters to the resort village base. “Sightseeing from Twilight Glacier, and especially from nearby Glacier Ridge will be

impressive, more impressive than any mountain viewpoint in the National Parks, with an incredible view of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies,” the proponents say in the Master Plan. These lifts will provide a mix of beginner, intermediate, advanced and expert skiing, with the greatest capacity being at the intermediate level. There is also significantly more beginner terrain than the industry average, according to the plan. Notably, the resort says it will not need to rely on snow-making, something most resorts in the southern half of the province have to take for granted.

Phase Two

According to the Master Plan, the second phase will include a new day skier base area near the Valemount airport, thereby increasing the vertical drop to 1,595m. Phase 2 will increase skiable terrain from Glacier Ridge as well as the northern face of Mount Trudeau. The resort village will add 88 buildings and 615 bed units at the village site, plus an additional condominium building and townhouse complex at the airport base site for employees reaching a total of 158 buildings and 1,546 bed units by the end of the phase.

Phase Three

The Master Plan shows the lift system in the third phase will reach a saddle below Mount Arthur Meighen, at 3,205 meters, further expanding the summer skiing to an optimal location and creating the most dramatic sightseeing experience of the project, a major international draw showing mountains with glaciers from a spectacular and unique viewpoint. The vertical drop to the resort base near the airport will reach 2,090 meters (6,857 feet), amongst the largest in the world, and could reach 2,260 meters (7,415 feet) with the installation of an optional lift, the second largest in-bounds vertical drop in the world in absolute terms and without requiring snowmaking – a particularly noteworthy attribute that is unlikely to be replicated elsewhere. By the end of phase three, the resort will reach build out with 247 buildings and 1,997 bed units of market housing plus 4 buildings and 298 bed units of non-market employee housing. The plan says it is assumed that at build out, on peak days, day visitors will total 2,885.

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Q&A with Valemount heavy metal music festival founder by LAURA KEIL This week Aug 25-28th is the first annual Metalocalypstick Festival featuring heavy metal bands with at least one female musician per band. The festival takes place at the Canoe Mountain Rodeo Grounds and Canoe Mountain Campground. Tickets are $100 for the weekend or $60 for a day pass. We spoke to Kaija Kinney, founder, producer, organizer and funder of the festival. Metalocalypstick Fest Foundation is a non profit organization that donates 2 per cent of proceeds.

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New doctor for Valemount by EVAN MATTHEWS

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but for people in Valemount, it might not matter, as Northern Health is looking to hire one full-time position. Valemount has one full-time physician moving to parttime, according to Northern Health, and so the organization is looking to take on another. “We felt it would be easier to recruit a full-time role, and we have made that decision,” says Steve Raper, Northern Health’s chief of communications. In the end, Valemount will end up with another halftime equivalent physician position. The position, which was listed on Aug. 9, is listed as $400,000 annually with a one-time $15,000 relocation incentive and a one-time $20,000 recruitment incentive. The contract extends over three years, and has a total value of $1,239,956. “Replacing physicians is always challenging, so we work

hard to get commitments as soon as possible,” he says. The recruitment is in process, according to Raper, but no indication was given toward if any candidates had applied. “The sooner we get candidates who are interested, the sooner we can move them through the college and privileges/requirements to practice,” says Raper. The addition of a new doctor has nothing to do with Northern Health’s changes to the clinic’s hours, he says. Keltie Carmichael, Northern Health’s Health Services Administrator for the Robson Valley, told The Goat changes are coming to the clinic’s hours. The clinic’s emergency ward will no longer be walk-in on the weekends, and will use the same model as in the evenings. Patients will have to call B.C. Ambulance first. If an emergency call is received after-hours, Carmichael says the on-call nurse goes in and does the assessment and calls a physician if needed.

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Editorial VGD brings diversity, we need to

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Evan Matthews Editor It finally happened. VGD is official, and Valemount will have a ski resort. Before getting too far into anything else, I should congratulate the proponents including Joe Nusse, who proposed the idea, Tommaso and Oberto Oberti from Oberti Resort Design, along with the investors. Whether you like the decision or not, the announcement of this resort is an undeniable shift in the economic landscape of the Robson Valley. Valemount already claims to be a tourist destination and this will undeniably take that thinking to the next level. “The Master Plan approval is exciting news,” said Valemount Mayor Jeannette Townsend. “VGD will bring economic well-being to Valemount, and will have a positive impact on the Province of B.C. by attracting tourists from around the world.” While locals have yet to see what economic benefit from the resort might look like, what VGD and mayor and council agree on is that more tourists from all over the world will soon be staying in Valemount. If the village — not the resort, but the

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village — is to attract similar people often seen in other ski resort towns such as Banff, Jasper, Whistler, Fernie, Golden or Sun Peaks, then it is safe to assume a ton of diversity will be on its way to Valemount. People from different countries, with different religious beliefs, different values, different ethnicities and different sexuality will all be here soon, if they’re not here already. The mayor has expressed her excitement, but I wonder if she fully understands what she’s just signed up for. I lived in Fernie for a full year, and I’ve seen what the population looks like at peak times of the season. It can be, let’s call it, untraditional. But the hill, and the people who love it, do a lot of good for the town, not only economically, but in other ways too. I don’t think I need to rehash the details of council’s recent decision to reject the rainbow crosswalk — each week I receive more letters on the topic — people clearly know what council is up to, and the details of its decision. However, I think now is as important a time as ever to reconsider the rainbow crosswalk. We should show all people they’re accepted, before they think they aren’t. Who is this ski resort going to bring? Everyone. Gay. Japanese. Muslim. Straight. Black. Bisexual. White. Trans.

Christian. Ecuadorian. First Nations. Mexican. German. Australian. Swedish. Kiwi. The list goes on. Progress is coming, because people are coming. Let’s not let the thought of a rainbow crosswalk fall by the wayside. To mark this life-changing announcement for people in the Robson Valley and in Valemount, let’s install a rainbow crosswalk. Let’s show people they’re accepted, and what a great place this town is.

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Different opinions O.K. Dear Editor,

Setting the record ‘straight’.......pardon the pun I feel compelled to write this letter in response to a letter by a member of our community addressed to Mayor, Council and the residents of Valemount. A very good friend of mine told me to write this with all the passion and emotion I’m feeling. An outpouring of anger and upset on paper would serve a purpose. But, I also wish to uphold the values, beliefs, and behaviours that the supporters of the rainbow crosswalk and myself believe in and embrace: Respect, Inclusion, Positivity, Being the bigger

person. I am quoted as saying in a council meeting that ‘I am not accepted in the Village’. I have NEVER said this. The transcript of my two speeches at the council meetings are saved and are available for anyone to view, just ask. I’m also on VCTV, easily found on YouTube. Again, ask me, I’m happy to show you. Never ever have those words come out of my mouth, nor Mandy’s for that matter. Since myself and Mandy moved here in May 2009 I have always, and continue to feel included and accepted by the village. I love this village, it’s great community and how we embrace and help each other. This

Hard work pays off Dear Editor,

the people of Valemount and the Robson Valley, whose initiative and enthusiasm have been a major driving force for the project. The Master Plan is a crucial step and milestone, but it is not the final step before construction. We have always been careful not to raise expectations beyond what is certain at each stage of the process. Our biggest celebration will be when we have the Master Development Agreement, which is also a very important precondition for the financing of the project and the beginning of construction. If things go well, we will accomplish this by winter so that we can start construction next summer.

We are overwhelmed by the support expressed by all sides at the announcement of the approval of the Master Plan for the Valemount Glacier Destinations project, and we are grateful for the media exposure, coming from as far as Colorado. We would like to express our thanks to the people of Valemount, the Simpcw First Nation, and all levels of government and staff – particularly the staff of the Mountain Resorts Branch and your local MLA, Minister Shirley Bond, who have worked tirelessly to make the Master Plan approval a reality. We thank Valemount mayor Cont’d on A06 Jeanette Townsend and her Council, former mayors Andru McCracken and Bob Smith, McBride Mayor Loranne Martin, and the Oberto Oberti, President and CEO Valemount Community Forest for their Valemount Glacier Destinations Ltd. support. Vancouver, B.C. We are especially grateful to all the members of the Valemount Ski Society and

Bike Park a big draw

Photo: Monica Marcu Two elk caught playing/fighting in the water at Fitzwilliam Lake last week.

I have had property in Valemount and visited regularly since the 1990’s. I have invited and brought friends and family several times. We have hiked, camped, gone snowshoeing, quadding, etc. People are busy, and as much as I promoted, I would only get a few visitors to take me up on my offer of accommodations. This week I have had nine vehicles at my house, six of them — here for the bike park. The construction of the park has made Valemount a “destination”. Friends are approaching me to visit, instead of me convincing them to come. They are choosing to spend precious holiday time

here when before it was Jasper, Canmore, or somewhere closer to home. It’s ballooning to the point I’m having a tough time hosting. My IGA grocery bill is a runaway, and the meet-ups at the local businesses is costing me, but money well spent! I see first-hand what the bike park is bringing to your local economy, and I trust the town is feeling it too! Great work, Zara Wishloff Valemount, B.C.

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THE BOOK REPORT Stacey Kendall Adult Literacy Co-ordinator Robson Valley Support Society

Big Trouble Novel by Dave Barry Published in September 1999 by Putnam ISBN # 978-0-399-14567-4

Monica – A police officer who actually knows what she is doing with the job, her partner doesn’t know what he’s doing and she even knows how to deal with him. Walter – Monica’s partner who thinks with his hormones rather than his brain. He just wants to do all the cool stuff that cops get to do and win a girl with the big gym muscles he’s worked so hard to get. Puggy – The homeless guy that moves into a tree fort and just wants to enjoy his nice, mellow, laid back lifestyle.

Matt – One of the high school’s “Guys Who Were Smart but Didn’t Participate in School Activities and Tended to be Wiseasses” group, likes the victim he has been given for the school’s game Killer. Andrew – Matt’s best friend and witness to the killing. Jenny – Part of the “Pretty and Popular Girls” social caste in school, Matt’s mark. Eliot – Matt’s father, struggling to get his advertising agency off the ground. Divorced and trying to come up with any option to get some money coming in. Anna – Jenny’s mother. Trying to make things as smooth as possible in their home between her, her daughter and her jerk of a husband. Arthur – The jerk married to Anna, step-father of Jenny and embezzler of money from the shady company he works for.

Snake – A street thug that dreams of becoming a Kingpin. Eddie – Snake’s sidekick that just doesn’t want to get beat up by Snake. Nina – The Mexican housemaid who constantly has to fend off Arthur’s advances and discovers Puggy in the tree fort. FBI Agents Pat Greer & Alan Seitz – Their only focus is to get the bomb back. Henry & Leonard – The hitmen trying to get rid of Arthur for the company bigwigs. Ivan (aka. John) & Leo – The Russians who are using their bar as a front for arms deals. Add all these characters together with a suitcase, that seems to contain a garbage disposal, and hilarious pandemonium ensues.

Opinions Cont’d from A06 hasn’t changed. I’m the same person as I was when we moved here (although I’ve put on some weight!). I’m extremely unhappy that this member of the community felt compelled to comment on my cancer journey and the fundraising that has taken place in the village, on mine and other womens’ behalf. At the time of the fundraising I expressed how grateful both me and Mandy were, and we still are. We felt completely humbled and accepted, and I know this still to be true. Without it, I don’t know how we would have survived. I still have cancer, I fight it every day. Anger, stress, frustration are all triggers for bringing it back to the forefront. But that’s not your problem, it’s mine. I now feel my values and integrity have been questioned, and people may feel that I don’t appreciate everything that has been done. This is simply incorrect and not true. Words don’t really capture how thankful and grateful we

both still feel, even though some time has passed. To those of you who no longer want to associate with me and Mandy, I ask why....we are the same women you used to easily stop and chat to. To those of you that cannot bear to stand beside my wife in the IGA line-up, shame on you. The rainbow crosswalk is NOT about us, it never has been. It’s about addressing the highest suicide rate in the age group 12 to 24 years, it’s about acceptance and inclusion. It’s about the really difficult conversations our teens need to have with their families. It’s about teens being thrown out of their homes because of their sexuality. Let’s move on, sure we all have differing opinions, but please don’t attack each other verbally or on paper. Thank you. Respectfully, Gail Burbidge

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Op/Ed: Preventable medical mistakes kill tens of thousands by MONICA MARCU Cancer and heart disease get a lot of funding for research, given they are the number one and two causes of death in Canada, respectively, according to Stats Canada. Cancer took 72,476 lives in 2011; the last year census data was available, while heart disease took 47,627. Yet, medical errors do not appear on a Stats Canada list, and the problem doesn’t get the attention it deserves. In the light of recent studies and dramatic results showing that medical error is third leading cause of death in US, we should be really concerned about this. Besides errors, many deaths, and suffering or debilitating conditions, result from “adverse events” of medications or interventions, or unnecessary medical therapies. 24,000 Canadians die from “adverse events” in acute care hospitals alone, annually, according to a study of the Canadian Medical Association. Acute care is a branch of secondary

health care where a patient receives active but short-term treatment for a severe injury or episode of illness, an urgent medical condition, or during recovery from surgery. In medical terms, care for acute health conditions is the opposite from chronic care, or long-term care. These are not even counted in the latest reports. Added together I believe preventable errors and adverse events kill more people than cancer or heart disease. In the US, the number could be between 200,000 and 400,000 deaths per year attributed to these causes among hospital patients. Out of hospital cases — ambulatory care, nursing homes, etc. — are not counted here, and generally, all these deaths are underreported and not even recorded on death certificates. Hospitals have no incentive to publicize errors, nor do medical providers. If preventable medical errors kill up to 24,000 Canadians each year, then this number compares well to the US data

when reported to a population of about 10 times higher. Death certificates in Canada and US, and over 100 countries, depend on the International Classification of Diseases codes for cause of death. Therefore, causes including human or system errors are not recorded. I know first hand the hospital is a dangerous place to be, although I think most people underestimate the risk of error when seeking medical care. But once aware, the public pressure could bring change. We have to get involved and demand improvements, learn about our medical conditions and discuss any intervention or test very well with our physicians before they are applied. A report by an American Institute of Medicine, estimated that 30 per cent of all medical procedures, tests and medications might actually be unnecessary. The conventional health care system, as well as death certificates are in desperate need of change. I believe in preventive health strategies,

such as eating right, stress managing, exercising, good rest, and avoiding toxins and pollution. These strategies and others should be a daily and continuous focus. I do not take conventional drugs unless absolutely necessary, and in the absence of any possible natural, harmless methods. If you’re hospitalized, have someone staying with you — especially with children and elderly. For every medication or test given, ask questions such as: “What is this medication, what is the dose? Why do I need it?” If you become a victim of a medical error, talk to the doctor about the mistake, or call the patient relations department. If you’re not satisfied, write a letter to the hospital’s management. Get involved in local politics and follow the news regarding hospital staffing and reductions; continuous cuts certainly affect care and increase personnel burnout and risk of errors.

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Fox family returns for epic hike by EVAN MATTHEWS

To those saying it’s been too rainy or they haven’t been outside enough this summer — take a hike — with people who have hiked before. The Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association (YORA) works with the Terry Fox Foundation annually to put on the Terry Fox Hike, as the mountain in his name sits just north of Valemount. This will be the second annual hike to the peak with Fox family members. “We do it to honour Terry Fox,” says Patricia Thoni, YORA’s president, who has been organizing shorter hikes and walks in Valemount for many years. Every participant has stories according to Thoni, noting a specific family from last year. “The father had cancer. I’m not sure exactly what stage, or where he was at with it, but he was really, really determined to make it to that lookout,” she says. “It was quite a struggle for him.” The hike has three checkpoints throughout, according to Thoni: There is the first lookout, then a sub-peak, and then the summit, which is near the Terry Fox monument. The monument, according to Thoni, is actually on the mountain beside Mount Terry Fox, due to the land being more flat and accessible by helicopter. To reach the summit of Mount Terry Fox takes 12 hours return for a reasonably fit hiker, according to Art Carson,

a YORA member who did the hike last year, and has done it six times in total. He says while it’s an enjoyable trek, there are definitely difficult portions to watch for. From the beginning of the hike to the mountain’s summit, hikers experience roughly a 6,000 foot elevation gain, which is the equivalent of taking the CN Tower’s stairs up and down six times, plus walking an additional 18.2 km, according to Carson’s website, www.carsons.ca. “About an hour before the summit… you have to scramble along the side of a bouldery hill,” says Carson. “If you haven’t done it before, you should do it with someone who has.” Which makes YORA’s Sept. 4 hike a perfect chance for hikers of all abilities to try it out, says Thoni. “Most people who went to the summit last year only want to go to the monument this year… There is a moderate (difficulty) group too,” says Thoni. “Although I shouldn’t say only, it’s certainly still a huge undertaking,” she says, adding she has seen people walk backwards on the way down to relieve pressure from their knees and thighs. The Terry Fox Foundation is expecting about 50 people, which includes everyone doing all three distances, Thoni says. Anyone can register for the hike at www.terryfox.org.

Resort sparks real estate frenzy

Photo: RMG file photo The Terry Fox Summit during last years Hike for Hope.

6th annual Mount Robson Marathon by EVAN MATTHEWS

Photo Laura Keil Local real estate agents have been fielding more calls since the resort approval announcement last week. by EVAN MATTHEWS Since the official provincial approval of the Valemount Glacier Destinations (VGD) resort, Valemount residents and real estate agents alike are asking, “Will the Valemount housing market climb as high as the new gondola?” John Peterson, owner and real estate agent with Yellowhead Realty Ltd., says while it’s risky to make market predictions — one thing is clear — his phone has been ringing off the hook, which means there is demand. “People have been following this for a long time,” says Peterson. “They’ve been calling from all over the place.” The Goat surveyed three different real estate companies, all of which said they’ve been fielding an influx of calls since VGD’s official approval. Remax realtor Shelly Battensby says website hits on Valemount listings saw a huge spike after the announcement, and her phone has been ringing steadily. Tammy VandeNobelen, owner of Valemount Real Estate, says her phone has been ringing too, but cautions that while VGD is creating a stir in the market, the current market prices have held steady, not increasing. “(The market) is a little hard to predict. There is going to be an immediate impact, but in the long-term, it’s really

hard to predict just yet,” she says. With added demand for housing in Valemount, VandeNobelen says it’s the sellers who dictate market value. If a homeowner decides to sell their property and thinks now is the time they can get the most for it, then it’s up to them to set the asking price, and that sets the market, she says. Another option for property owners aside from selling, according to Peterson, is to apply to the Village in order to subdivide property, which creates potential for more accommodations on the same plot of land. When asked if any residents have applied for subdivisions, Acting Mayor and Councillor Hollie Blanchette said “nothing has changed in regards to subdivision applications,” and only time will tell if applications increase. VGD received its Master Plan Approval on Aug. 17, and the organization says it already has investors in place to cover the tab. The last phase of the approval process is for the parties to sign a Master Development Agreement, according to VGD. Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2017, according to VGD, ultimately, with a public opening held in December 2017.

The Robson Valley’s only marathon continues to grow, as the sixth annual race expects to see the biggest crowd in its history. When Patricia Thoni last looked at her list, there were 380 people registered for the Sept. 10 halfmarathon and 170 people registered for the Ultra (race), she says, bringing the total to 550 registered participants. Thoni is president of the Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association, which will also hold its annual Terry Fox Hike the week prior to the marathon. The marathon used to be 42 KM, while the Ultra is 50 KM, she says. “People asked we turn (the race) into an Ultra, so we did,” says Thoni. “It’s sort of a neat thing to say you’ve run right to the Alberta and B.C. border.” The marathon features four different distances: The 50 KM Ultra, the 21.1 KM half-marathon, the 12

KM Kinney Lake and the 5 KM Flatlander. “There is hardly any elevation gain on any of these,” says Thoni, adding there is only 400 feet in elevation gain between the start of the trail and Kinney Lake. YORA holds the marathon at Mount Robson every year, according to Thoni, because of the Provincial Park’s pre-existing infrastructure, things like B.C. Parks’ radio access, washrooms, information centre, and it’s the perfect distance, she says. While people come from all over the U.S. and Europe to run the race, Thoni says the vast majority of participants come from Alberta and B.C. While work remains, Thoni says YORA has more than enough volunteers, as the organization is seeing many return-volunteers. “It’s so great to have people return who know their job, and who have done it year after year,” she says. “There is quite a bit left to do.”

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Must be crazy carpet

Sunday, Sept. 4th 2016 Valemount, BC Join the Fox Family (Terry’s siblings Fred, Darrell and Judith) on the 2nd Annual Mt. Terry Fox Trek This is a one-day hiking adventure that embodies the indominable spirit of Terry Fox. Just as Terry experienced daily in 1980, there is no easy route. This event is for hikers with experience and a proven fitness level, though there are three route options. For more info email trek@terryfoxrun.org

Tete Jaune Lodge

Riverside Café

Dine on the banks of the Fraser River!

SUNDAY BRUNCH! 10:30-2:00

Summer Hours Located 21 km North of Valemount on Hwy 16 www.tetejaunelodge.com 1-866-566-9815

Sunday Brunch 10:30-2:00 p.m. Dinner 7 days/wk 5:00-9:00 p.m.

Photo courtesy Nina Grigat A crew of delirious local youth took to crazy carpeting into an alpine lake above the Mt. Trudeau Meadows recently. Seen in pic: Katlynn Funk, Kerry McNaughton, and Noland Germain.

Robson Valley Regional RCMP Police Report

Excessive speed; Impaired drivers

In an effort to better keep the community informed the Robson Valley Regional RCMP will be providing weekly press releases to the local papers. The list is not inclusive of all calls of service the local RCMP detachments receive, but provides a cross section of what is happening in the Robson Valley.

Excessive speed

José Delgado-Guevara

The Night-Side of Life A Personal Iconography

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Valley Museum & Archives September 2 – 24 241 Dominion Street, McBride

Opening Reception

with José Delgado-Guevara

Friday|Sep 2|7–8:30pm Valley Museum & Archives

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On August 16th the McBride RCMP received a complaint of an excessive speeder on Highway 16 West of McBride. An officer located the vehicle which was a yellow Lamborghini and found it to be travelling at 163 km/h. The driver was issued a violation for excessive speeding and his car was impounded for seven days. Marihuana On August 17th a McBride RCMP officer smelled marihuana in a vehicle at a road check on Highway 16 near Tete Jaune. The occupant of the vehicle was arrested and a small amount of marihuana was seized. On August 21st a McBride RCMP officer conducted a traffic stop on Highway 16 near Tete Jaune. The officer smelled marihuana in the vehicle and the driver was arrested for possession. A search yielded a small amount of marihuana and the driver was released without charge. A few minutes later the officer found a second vehicle that also smelled of marihuana and again arrested the occupants. Marihuana was found in the second vehicle as well.

Impaired drivers On August 17th a McBride RCMP officer stopped an Alberta vehicle on Highway 16 near Tete Jaune. The driver was found to be impaired by alcohol and a roadside screening test demand was made. The male driver refused to provide a breath sample. The man received a 90 day immediate roadside prohibition for refusal to provide breath sample. Domestic Assult On August 17th the Valemount RCMP received a complaint of a domestic assault. Officers attended to a Valemount residence and arrested a female for assaulting her husband. Charges are being forwarded. Battery thief On August 20th the Valemount RCMP received a complaint that someone had stolen used batteries from the Valemount transfer station. Anyone having information regarding the theft is encouraged to contact the Valemount RCMP or Crimestoppers.

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Valemount Historic Society’s Blueberry Tea

Photo: Evan Matthews & Bob Hoskins The Valemount Historic Society puts on the Blueberry Tea annually. VHS board Directors Ruth Zimmermann, Linda Blackman and Paul Johnson were in attendance on Saturday afternoon, Aug. 20. Top: Bella Woroshelo dishes up some tasty pastries for some of the guests.

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Simpcw efforts in Tête Jaune not finished by EVAN MATTHEWS

claim was that they didn’t believe the Simpcw people lived at Tête Jaune fullMany members of the Simpcw First time, according to Chief Matthew. Nation are pleased with the recent In an email to The Goat, the federal commemoration of their people’s forced government acknowledges that in the removal from Tête Jaune Cache in 1916, early 1900s, the Simpcw, and other but there may be more social justice First Nations, maintained an on-going coming. presence and had year-round use, but The Simpcw’s first application for a occupied what the government calls “a formal return to Tête Jaune Cache in the seasonal village site” in the area of Tête form of a specific claim for a reserve came Jaune. over 10 years ago. Between 1910 and 1912, in preparing In 2002, the Simpcw First Nation for the construction of the Grand Trunk submitted a specific claim alleging Pacific Railway through the Yellowhead loss of reserve land at Tête Jaune Pass, the Indigenous people residing Cache, according to the government’s at Tête Jaune Cache were asked to department of Indigenous and Northern return to their respective reserves, the Affairs. In 2009, the claim was found government says. In the case of the not to disclose an outstanding lawful Simpcw people, that meant a return to obligation on the North Thompson the part of the Indian Reserve 1 (also “We’ve since come up with more Government of known as Chu Chua), Canada and was according to the information and evidence. We’re not accepted for government. considering either re-applying or negotiation, the But the Simpcw say going to court.” department says. the people living in Simpcw Chief Nathan Matthew “We’ve since come Tete Jaune considered up with more that their home. information and Although the evidence,” says Simpcw people have Simpcw Chief Nathan Matthew. “We’re been gathering information and evidence, considering either re-applying or going to Chief Matthew says there are still gaps in court.” the evidence they are looking to fill. While they were unsuccessful in their “We know the evidence exists, and we’re first attempt for recognition, Chief pursuing those leads,” he says. “We’ll Matthew says the band is compiling review the details, maybe get some legal evidence of its people’s history, and council, and see where it goes.” they will soon present it to the federal The Simpcw, according to Chief government in the form of a specific Matthew, are unsure — at this point — claim for a reserve, through the federal of what land near Tête Jaune would be government’s claim process. designated as the reserve, saying a review They do so in the hopes of having land of which lands are most accessible would returned to them, Chief Matthew says, be needed. land originally set aside and sketched for Only time will tell if and when a reserve in 1905. the government ever gives reserve The main reason for the federal designation to the Simpcw at Tête Jaune, government rejecting the Simpcw’s first but Chief Matthew says the area is part of

the Simpcw people’s traditional territory, and they had a community there. “It’s very clear in our minds,” he says. “We would like to have that recognition.” Once the area is designated, Chief Matthew says his people may not even live on the land, saying it can just be designated, and over time band members could relocate if they felt inclined. But the Simpcw isn’t the only band with interest in the area, as the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation from Prince George has included the Tête Jaune area, and the whole Robson Valley, in their treaty map. “At this point in time, we have no comment regarding the allegation of the North Thomson Band claiming territory in Lheidli T’enneh Traditional Territories, whereas the geographic Traditional area of Lheidli T’enneh has not and will not change,” says Lheidli T’enneh Chief, Dominic Frederick. Chief Matthew says the Simpcw will

Poster courtesy Simpcw Archives continue their other efforts to have their land rights recognized. The Federal Government has been hands-off until now, according to Chief Matthew, saying the land dispute is a First Nation-to-First Nation issue, but since… the federal government has contacted the Simpcw First Nation and is having discussions on land title and rights in the area, relative to the treaty process. In addition to the Simpcw First Nation, the Government of Canada says Tête Jaune Cache is part of the traditional territories of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation, Secwepemcw Nation (member bands include: Adams Lake, Bonaparte, Little Shuswap, Neskonlith, Shuswap, Simpcw, Skeetchestn, Splatsin,Tk’emlups and Whispering Pines/Clinton), the Stoney Indian Band, and the Lhtako Dene Nation.

Gardening with Pete The Taste of Earl Grey

I love saying ”Monarda didyma”! It just seems to roll off my tongue and it sounds so light and funny! It is the Latin name for bergamot, bee balm or Oswego tea and is the flavour you taste in Earl Grey tea. This is one real dual-purpose herb that can serve as part of a perennial border and also be harvested for a great tasting tea. The tall perennial grows to 3’ (1m) and seems to over-winter well in this area. The most common are a brilliant red and bloom from late June to September. The tall varieties are a great backdrop in the perennial border for the shorter plants along the front. One of my neighbours had a beautiful bed of Monarda along the edge of her lawn. It was spectacular as you come up the driveway. Newer varieties come in many colors such as white (alba) and yellowish-pink (salmonea). There are also many new introductions of shorter, more compact plants such as “Petite Delight” that only grows to 12” (30cm) and blooms in lavender-pink and fits well into rock gardens. Monarda is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and the stems are square like most of the members of

this family. The leaves and the flowers can be dried for use in winter and are said to soothe nausea and gas and aid digestion. A teaspoon of dried leaves or flowers can be steeped in a cup of boiling water for ten to fifteen minutes. Strain and add honey to taste and sip for a refreshing drink. If you want to make your own “Earl Grey” tea, you can mix three teaspoons of fresh (or one of dried) Monarda leaves with one of black Chinese tea and you have it. Another really refreshing mix is one part bergamot, one part peppermint and one part lemon balm. All can be successfully grown in our area and the price is certainly right!

Pete has lived, worked & gardened in the Dunster area for 35 years. He tries to deal with the “down to earth nuts and bolts of organic gardening” in his columns.

If the flower is the part that you want to harvest for drying and storage, then do so at the flower’s peak bloom. Drying should take place in a well-ventilated warm place away from direct sunlight. If allowed to If you are harvesting herbs for drying for later use, re- dry in the sun, the leaves and flowers will bleach out member to harvest them at their peak time for flavour. and lose their colour as well as some of their flavour. This will vary with the part of the herb you use. If it is If you can find a friend who has some Monarda the leaves that are used, pick them or cut the stems just plants, bake a cake next spring and ask for a few root before the flowering begins. At the first sign of buds, divisions. Taking divisions in the fall sometimes results cut back to a leaf axil and many will grow another crop in winterkill but if done in early September and wafor harvesting later in the year. Herbs such as thyme, tered in well before the frosts arrive, many will make it. summer savory, rosemary, sage, etc are best harvested Try saying “Monarda didyma” three times without before flowers appear. Some will actually turn bitter smiling!! When they are in full bloom next summer, and lose their good flavour if allowed to bloom. they will bring many smiles!

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UPCOMING EVENTS Valemount

Thurs-Sun Aug. 25-28th Metalocalypstic Fest – music festival with female hardcore punk bands with special out-of-country guests. Visit http://metalocalypstickfest.rocks for tickets and line-up. Sat-Sun Sept 3rd and 4th. – 35th Annual Fishing Derby at Valemount Marina, with trophies for kids, Ladies and Men, presented by Valemount Marina Association Sun. Sept. 4th Terry Fox Trek to the peak of Mt. Terry Fox. See ad A08. Thurs-Sat Sept 8, 9, 10th 2nd Annual Joey Lussier Memorial weekend kickball tournament fundraiser. Pay it forward: Jennifer Martens Kick Cancers @ss: silent auction. If you’d like to donate items or participate contact Sept 10th Mount Robson Marathon, featuring 50km Ultra Marathon, Half Marathon, Kinney Lake 12km, Flatlander 5

km run and fun runs for the kids, presented by Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association and BC Parks. Check out www. mountrobsonmarathon.ca for more info. Sept 10th Saddle & Wagon Club Poker Ride at Saddle and Wagon Grounds on Loseth road, start time 10am last rider out noon. More info contact Katy Elliot 250-566-5099 or Karen McKirdy 250-566-5131. Sept 24-25 De-spooking horse clinic with Debbie Hughes at the Saddle and Wagon Grounds on Loseth road, cost $250 a person, $150 dollar deposit is required to hold you spot. Auditing will be $25 a day. Please contact Ellen Van der Wilk @ 250-566-1779 call or text or email lynnyvdw@hotmail.com.

Monthly Walking Group the 3rd Sunday of every month at 3:00pm. Our first meeting place will be at the Village Park in McBride. The next dates to meet and walk are July 17th, August 21st, and Sept 18th Choir practice in McBride, 2pm; Mountain Chapel on Main St. All ages welcome. Questions? contact Barb (569-8882, ringnut@telus.net). Want to learn how to knit? Already know how and want to get together to socialize? Willing to share your knowledge? The Valemount Public Library is offering space and supplies (if needed) Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm. Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall. 10:30-11:30am, 411 Main Street. Anglican United Church Valemount 7th Ave and Cedar Street - Sunday 10am. Anglican United Church McBride, 441 Dominion Street - Sunday @10:00am. Christian Science Services Dunster Sunday Worship @ 10:00am. Phone: 250-968-4349 Valemount Community Church Evangelical Free Church of Canada Sunday 11am ph. 250-566-0070 970 Main St (Valemount Legion) Good Shepherd Catholic Church 3rd Ave and Elm Street Valemount. Sunday Mass @ 6pm Phone: 250566-4662

Fri. Aug. 26th Robson Valley Beekeepers and Wannabeekeepers Meeting McBride Library Annex 7pm Topic of Discussion: Zombees: Flight of the Living Dead Phorid Flies and Honey Bees

Every Monday 7:00-9:00pm Knitting @ Sandy Bernie’s House 835 Bridge Road, McBride. Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Monday 5-6pm, 411 Main Street.

Tuesday RVSS Adult Literacy group Games Day. Join us for games, refreshments and some laughs. 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. 18+ Hatha Yoga at the Valemount Community Hall. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Dropin $10. For more info call Brigitta = 566-9196 Ready, Set, Learn- pre-literacy program for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. Until June 2, 10:30-11:30 am, McBride Elementary. Call the school at 250-569-2721 to register or for info. Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall, 5:30 - 6: 30pm, 411 Main Street. Gentle Seniors’ Exercise, 10-11am, upstairs, Golden Years Lodge, Valemount. Call Diane on 250 566 4297 for more info. Music Jam. Tuesdays 7:00pm @ the McBride Library Annex. Want to learn new music? Tired of playing alone? Come out for bluegrass, folk, country, rock. Phone: Dave Marchant at 250569-2569. Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) group meet @ the McBride Health Unit. 1126 5th Avenue 6:30pm.

New Life Sanctuary 1247-1st Avenue Valemount Worship @ 11:00am

Council Meetings- Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7:00pm in Valemount, and McBride.

Valley Christian Fellowship 1080 Main Street Valemount Worship @ 11:00am. Ph: 250 566 9990.

The Valemount Childrens’ Activity Society holds board meetings on the 1st Tuesday of every month at the centre.

Mountain Chapel 299 Main street McBride Phone: 250-569-3350

Tete Jaune Community Club monthly meetings at 7 pm on the first Tuesday of the month at the T-Jaune Community Hall

St Patrick’s Catholic Church 197 Dominion street, McBride Phone: 250-569-2606 Evangelical Free Church, McBride Worship @ 10:30 am. Ph: 569-2378

Monday

Every Monday from 11am-1pm resume and Cover Letter Workshop, free, at the Valemount Learning Centre. Helping you create your best resume yet! Call 250-566-4601 for more info. Chinook Salmon interpretive talk at Swift Creek Viewing Platform 7pm

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ONGOING EVENTS

Sunday

Citizen Scientist Zombee Watch

Adventist Community Services meets 1:00-3:00pm and 7:00-8:00pm @ the Seventh Day Adventist Church 1075 Lamming Pit Rd, McBride. Anglican United Church Women’s Group Thrift Shop open 1:00-3:00pm Every Tuesday & Friday @ church hall, 459 Dominion St, McBride. Toastmasters 7:00-9:00pm (1st and 3rd Tuesday) 1550 Coyote Rd Call 250-566-4179

Wednesday

RVSS Family Place Playgroup. For parents, caregivers and children from birth to 6 years old. Activities to help your child develop skills and a chance to connect with others. 10-11 RVSS Valley Girls. For ages 12 and up. 3:00 - 4:30 in the afternoon. Share time with other girls, enjoy activities, be heard and make a difference. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. Valley Piecemakers meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month 7pm at the Quilt Shop 210 Main Street Call Barb for more info 778-258-0068 Free, one-on-one computer tutoring 4:00 pm Valemount Public Library Phone: 250-566-4367 to book a session.

Yoga in McBride with Donalda Beeson, Thursday 5:15-6:15pm and 6:307:30pm, 411 Main Street. Monthly Meeting of the Dunster Fine Arts School Society will be held on the last Thursday of each month, 7:00pm @ the school. All welcome! Fibre Arts Group, 10am in the McBride Library annex.(previously met at Odds & Ends) Bring your knitting, crochet or needlework project and come hang out! The OAPO Stitch and Knit will be meeting @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride from 2:00-4:00pm. Seniors Bingo @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride 6:30pm.

McBride Parent-Child Group. Meeting Fridays 10:00am @ 521 Main St. Open to all caregivers and their kids. Drop by for play time and to meet with other families! Please bring water bottle for your child. Info: 569-2411 Game Zone. Fridays at 7pm, McBride Library. Board games, WiiU & more! Ages 13+ Legion Branch #266, Valemount. 5:309:00 pm - Dinner and live music. Free One-on-One Computer Tutoring Fridays 11:00am and 1:00pm @ the Valemount Public Library. Phone: 250566-4367 AA meetings every Friday 8:00pm @ the Valemount Catholic Church. Free. All welcome. Phone: 250-566-1139

Wednesdays at 11am Storytime for under 6 year olds Valemount Public Library

Valemount Ladies walking group meet at 1pm @ the Anglican/United Church parking lot.

Valemount Seniors’ Music Night, 7:00pm Wednesday at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge.

Cribbage and other games: Everyone Welcome; @ the Valemount Golden Years Lodge lower level 1:00-4:00pm.

Dunster Community Market 11-1pm at the Community Hall.

Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Wed. 5-6pm, 411 Main Street.

Badminton at Valemount high school 7-9pm. Bring running shoes, racket and birds provided. Ph: 566-4656.

8:00am Prayer community 9:30am Bible study/Sabbath school 11:00am Worship service @ Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Phone: 250-569-3370.

Prayer meeting 7pm at the SeventhDay Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Ph: 250-569-3370. Mini Game Zone at McBride Library 3pm. Minecraft, WiiU & board games. Ages 6-12. McBride and District Chamber of Commerce meets at 6:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, @ the Evangelical Free Church Hall. Bingo at McBride Legion Hall, every 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of the month. 6:30 Early Bird starts.

Thursday

The Valemount Scribblers creative writing group for all levels of writers. Most Thursdays 6:45pm-8pm. Like to write? Join us! 566-9121 Valemount Farmers’ Market at the Visitor Info Centre 4-7. Held weekly each Thursday throughout the summer. Saddle & Wagon Club meetings every 3rd Thurs. at 5pm. Contact 566-1779. Yin/Hatha combo at the Valemount Community Hall. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Dropin $10. For more info call Brigitta McDonald 566-9196 Seniors Chair Yoga at the Golden Years Lodge (lounge) 10:00 – 11:00 AM. All seniors welcome & cost if free! For more info call Brigitta McDonald 566-9196

Unity in Community, Thurs at 7:30pm, McBride Health Centre. 250-569-2586

Saturday

Drop-in basketball for yrs 12 and up at McBride High School, Thurs 7-8pm. Free. Christine 250-569-0090

Friday

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- great 2 storey home - nice floor plan, 4 bdrms 2 bthrms - large fenced yard. - priced to sell !

1075 4th Ave, Valemount

2981 Dorval Place, McBride

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- over 84 acres minutes from McBride - some pasture, some nicely treed - home, barn , outbuildings and fencing - village water, great views, adjoins crown land

3089 Mountain Ash Road McBride

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- very nicely renovated - open floor plan - garage with workshop area - garden area, fenced yard

- 2 acres in Dorval Place - over 1300 sq ft mobile with addition - large deck and covered porch - workshop - landscaped

- 8. 5 acres Fraser Riverfront - park like landscape, boat launch area - 5 BDRM 4 BTHRMs - well built - excellent condition and private !

827 Bridge Rd, McBride

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- on 1 acre with village services - custom log home - huge shop - older guest cottage

- 5 bdrm 3 bthrm - large double lot - sundecks and garden - great location!

- 1 acre lot - village services - beautifully renovated home - landscaped with perennials - garage and outbuildings

Lot 1 Small Creek, Tete Jaune Cache

172 Holdway Street, McBride

1162 McBride Crescent, McBride

- 4.2 acres at Small Creek - minutes from recreation area - short drive to Valemount or Mt. Robson - perfect for home or weekend retreat

- approximately 4300 sq ft - 3 phase power - excellent location - well maintained

- 4 level split - 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath - large rec room - detached garage

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246 Main Street, McBride

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- 40 level acres, backs onto Crown Land - small creek, great views - currently in hay- well kept

- excellent location - great storefront, main floor - 3 suites up, currently rented - loads of potential

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BR-58 HIGHWAY FRONTAGE FOR YOUR COMMERCIAL VENTURE! Approximately 1.85 acres along Highway 5. Zoned C3 Commercial.

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BR-60 PRICE REDUCED!! Bone Creek Wilderness Retreat. Includes the main house, 5 cabins, showers, flush toilets, and cold storage. The cabins Are: 3-24’x26’, 1-18’x20’ and 1-12’x10’. Some river frontage along the North Thompson River. Close to outdoor activities such as hiking, snowmobiling, ATVing , etc. Located just north of Blue River BC.

FA-480V JUST SOUTH OF VALEMOUNT! Approximately 5.68 acres. Property is mostly treed but has a home site on it. Power and phone are available. Gorgeous mountain views.

$79,000 FA-531 Lot #2. 1 of 4 newly developed small acreages located within Village limits. Now available with water to the property, and hydro, phone nearby. Beautiful mountain views. Plan your property to your unique style and make it truly yours! 2.47 acres, zoned RR1. Owner financing available.

FA-528 Approximately 217 acres of versatile property. River frontage on Fraser River. Approximately 150+ acres cleared. Southern exposure. Abundant wildlife. Approximately 31 km from McBride on Mountainview Road. Zoned Ru5.

FA-498V Approx. 5.52 acres just minutes from Valemount. 3000+ sq ft of living space, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, includes fridge, propane stove, microwave, dishwasher, window coverings, washer, dryer and electric/wood furnace. Outside, make use of the 3 bay shed built for storing your RV or boat.

$425,000

$315,000 MC-21 COMMERCIAL BUILDING IN MCBRIDE. 11,250 sq. ft. total. Developed partial basement, upper floor with conference room, 2 offices and a washroom. Lot is 95’ X 125’. Very well maintained & in good condition. Owner financing available.

$175,000 MR-23 This little home has raised garden beds and a hot house. 4 bedrooms, bathroom, powder room and open concept kitchen, dining room and living room. Wood and electric heat, with a tin roof and vinyl siding. Your forever home is waiting for you.

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REC-15NL 1 ½ story summer home on Nimpo Lake has it all, 2 bedrooms, loft, and 2 baths. Move in ready. In the morning, sit on the deck with your coffee and enjoy the view and mountains as the day awakens. Sit lakeside in the evening, and watch as the sun sets, or the Northern lights as they dance above the water. 2 docks and 2 boathouses equipped with power. Approx. 165 feet of lake frontage for your enjoyment.

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MRC-DA867 3496 Laing Rd, McBride, BC Cozy log cabin on 110 acres. Upstairs loft undeveloped. 164 acres, 3 bdrm home with basement. 2 creeks, River frontage. Good access, well treed, exceptional views, gardens, an orchard. Tree plantation, trails, numerous outbuildings. Estimated 30 acres hay field. About abundant wildlife. Beautiful mountain views. a 15 minute drive from McBride. Lots of wildlife to view, First water rights in place. Backs onto gov’t land. good fishing! $285,000 $470,000

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72 acres. Extensive frontage on the Fraser River. Public boat launch at beginning of property. Electricity & access via Post Road through property. Year round stream at one end of land. No buildings. $179,000

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MRC-DA877 3545 Eddy Rd, McBride, BC 50’ x 125’ lot in quiet section of town. Zoned R2 for residential 110 acres of prime land with a luxury home! 6 bdrms, 4 baths. Good condition. Mountain views, – one family with accessory use permitted where a principal year round stream. Developed with hay barn, horse use is established as home occupation. Within walking stables. $389,000 distance to all amenities. Town services available. $21,500

REDUCED MRC-R784 670 Dominion St, McBride, BC ESTATE SALE! Immaculate 6 bedroom home on landscaped lot, close to both schools. Large backyard that gently slopes down to Dominion Creek. 2- car attached garage with access to the main floor & to the basement. . Furniture, satellite dish, appliances, ride-on mower & more included. Offers Welcome $309,000

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