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On Sunday, Feb. 24, a Prince George Bantam hockey team provided competition for the McVale Bantam hockey players. While the games were somewhat one-sided by the scores, the coaches enjoyed the competition that the two games provided their players. Most of the play was in the opponent’s end and some good goaltending was displayed by both goalies.

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Giving youth a voice in Valemount By MARIE BIRKBECK Contributor

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The Visitor Information Centre was the setting for Give Youth a Voice on Wednesday Feb 13. About forty people attended and more than 50 per cent of the group were youth. The evening session started off with a meal catered by Jeannie Dennis and Peggy Baggett. Aimee Ambrosone, Senior Manager, Sector Initiatives with Columbia Basin Trust facilitated the three hour session. Ambrosone explained that the Youth Initiative is a CBT Community Directed Youth Fund (CDYF), geared toward youth from 12 to 19 years of age. CDYF came about as a result of a series of youth strategic plan consultations held in many Basin communities, during which common themes emerged. CDYF is intended to help address common issues by committing $100,000 to communities, over a four-year period (normally $25,000 per year), specifically to enhance local opportunities and services targeted for youth. Twenty-one community areas throughout the Basin are eligible to apply for this funding. The purpose of Feb. 13 meeting was to come together as a community and determine the wants, needs, wishes of the youth. A three-step process was used to determine the priorities of those in attendance. • Issues: Each table was asked to identify three issues facing the youth of Valemount. Not surprisingly several tables identified similar issues. Lack of affordable activities ranked high, along with a lack of centrally located space allocated to youth activities. Other issues brought to the table were not enough coaching staff to allow programs to proceed, not enough encouragement to join in and participate in

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sports teams and poor communication to inform youth about coming or existing events. • The next step of the process was to come up with ideas on how to overcome the issues. Optimizing existing opportunities, and improving existing facilities was top on of the list. • In prioritizing issues, increasing recreational activities received the most attention, followed by space, and thirdly activities for the arts. Once the issues, the ideas and the priorities had been recognized, the next step was to sign up for the follow up action plan. By the end of the meeting, twenty four people had signed up to be on the Next Steps committee that will develop a work plan and a budget for the first year. Their application will be submitted to CBT within a few weeks for approval. Many in attendance thanked Janey Weeks, grant writer, and Dorthe Flauer of Millenia Trendz Consulting for taking the first steps to secure the funding for Giving Youth a Voice. More information on this and other CBT funding initiatives can be found on the CBT website www.cbt. org.

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The story of Ishbel Cochrane to appear in film and print By BIRGIT STUTZ Contributor

A former Robson Valley resident is one of the main characters in both a yet-to-be released book and movie, telling the story of historic women who challenged the traditions of the day, blazing trails on horseback into a man’s rugged world in the Canadian Rockies. Ishbel Cochrane, born in Jasper in 1924 as the older daughter of Roy and Sophia Hargreaves, is featured in the book and movie “Women of Willmore Wilderness” by author and producer Susan Feddema-Leonard of Grande Cache. “Travelling as horseback people was a way of life for Native and Métis women living nomadically with their families in the Rocky Mountains,” said Feddema-Leonard. “Later, and prior to World War I, a small number of affluent women afforded the services of packhorse outfitters to guide them into unexplored areas of the Canadian Rockies. With the advent of the Second World War, there was a birth of feminism, and women began participating in non-traditional roles, including careers in the mountain wilderness. Many were trying to survive the post-depression era, etching a living off the land, while others were adventurers seeking a sense of freedom. Most of these women lived ‘outside the box’ and were visionaries of their time. These explorers shed society’s expectations and followed their dreams, becoming more of ‘who they were’ in a landscape they loved. “I chose Ishbel (Cochrane) as one of the main characters in both the book and the movie because of her outstanding ability as a horsewoman and mountain woman. Few women have achieved what she did. Her mother Sophia and sister Margie (Duncan) were also skilled women of the Rockies, travelling where few have ventured. I have a great deal of admiration and respect for these amazing women, who travelled the trails before me. Today’s modern generations of women face their own challenges to travel these same trails.” Cochrane grew up at the Mount Robson Ranch at the foot of world-renowned Mount Robson. Her dad Roy and his brothers operated an internationally known outfit in what is now Jasper National Park and Willmore Wilderness Park. Cochrane grew up on horseback and went on her first trip to Berg Lake on her horse Black Beauty when she was only four years old, and from an early age, both Cochrane and her sister Margie accompanied their dad and uncle Chuck Chesser on “Range” trips. The area called “The Range” was the wintering grounds for the Hargreaves horses, located 90 miles north of the Hargreaves’ home place at Mount Robson, and required travelling by trail along the Smoky River towards Grande Cache, between the Muddy Water River and Eaton Creek. Roy Hargreaves, who had no sons, taught his wife and two daughters how to round up and haze100 head of horses and trail them back to the Robson Ranch, along treacherous trails and crossing dangerous, swollen rivers. Cochrane’s mom Sophia was a teacher and taught her daughters most of their schooling through correspondence. One room of the ranch house was even turned into a classroom, where Sophia not only taught her daughters, but other local children as well. Cochrane attended school in Jasper during Grade 1 and Grade 4 and stayed with her aunt Myrtle McCready during that time. She later attended Grade 9 in Victoria on Vancouver Island, staying with her grandfather Hargreaves. In June 1946 Cochrane married Murray Cochrane, who worked for Roy Hargreaves as a guide on hunting trips before the Second World War. After the war, Murray Cochrane outfitted in the Willmore area using Roy Hargreaves’s outfit. Ishbel Cochrane spent the fall after her marriage with her husband on the trail and in camp while pregnant with their first child. Murray and Ishbel Cochrane ended up having six kids, Margie, Art, Les, Malcolm, Louise and Russell. The family lived at Horsey Creek near Dunster from 1946 until their move back to the Mount Robson Ranch in 1959. “Women of Willmore Wilderness,” which chronicles the journeys of several historic women, parallels Feddema-Leonard’s epic horse packing journey across the Continental Divide. Feddema-Leonard’s story begins in 1992, when her husband purchased a trapline in Willmore Wilderness Park, one of the most remote and rugged regions of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, situated north of Jasper National Park. Feddema-Leonard’s family spent years re-opening historic pack trails through the area, but Feddema-Leonard always wondered who made these trails and who had travelled them before her. She made an incredible discovery when she was able to identify locations on historic film footage from

the area, which compelled her to pursue a path to uncover the stories of the women who rode the Rockies before her. The book and movie “Women of Willmore Wilderness” share the stories of women past and present as they reveal how their experiences in mountain culture deeply inspired them, and highlight the day-today lives and adventures of courageous, resourceful women through time. Feddema-Leonard is not only the author of the book “Women of Willmore Wilderness,” but also the director and producer of the 48-minute film with the same title. The book will be ready for the book launch and film premier at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies in Banff on April 4 at 7 p.m. The SUBMITTED photo doors will open at 6:30 p.m. The 308-page hardcover book Ishbel Cochran (Hargreaves) (right), and Margie and dog is full-colour and high gloss in 1929.

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Ishbel Cochrane (Hargreaves) at a messy campsite.

and sells for $60. Copies of the book can be purchased after April 4 at the book launch and film premiere or at the Willmore Wilderness Foundation in Grande Cache (email jenn@ willmorewilderness.com or phone 780-827-2696 to order a copy). People & Peaks Productions based in Grande Cache is a registered trade name under the Willmore Wilderness Foundation, a registered charitable organization. The production company specializes in outdoor documentary film production and produces high-quality high definition expedition films with breathtaking imagery and compelling, dramatic narratives. Visit http://www.PeopleandPeaks.com for more information.

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Ride at Robson Ranch. Ishbel Cochrane (Hargreaves) is in the middle.

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Ishbel Cochrane (Hargreaves) packing a horse.

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Labour market daunting By DANIEL BETTS, Editor

Paolino Pietro Caputo of McBride, Rebecca Lerch of Valemount and Brianna Bossio of Jasper have joined the academic elite, having received the most prestigious distinction of Canadian high school students, the Bronze Governor General’s Academic Award. This is a notable achievement worthy of both respect and recognition. Their achievement will do much to help them when they attempt to enter the modern labour market. However, not everyone can achieve their level of distinction and competition in the labour market is particularly daunting. According to the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada (CGA), since 2005, one in four university graduates is underutilized in his or her job. The report released in 2012 and titled Youth Unemployment in Canada: Challenging Conventional Thinking, addresses the growing problem of underutilization of university graduates in Canada. The report notes that this trend is particularly prevalent in the tour and travel industry, library profession and among personal clerks and assistants where university degrees are not required yet 20 per cent of those in these occupations hold university degrees. The issue is not limited to youth workers either, says the report. Nineteen per cent of workers aged 25 to 44 who were employed full-time and held university degrees worked in occupations which could be successfully carried out by employees with much lower education. The report notes that it is common for many individuals to transition in and out of the labour force depending upon family responsibilities, illness or personal preferences, resulting in the outdating of skillsets and a decrease in employability. These findings suggest that the labour market advantage of higher education has diminished, despite an increase in the educational level of modern youth. While higher education levels are associated with higher employment rates, many university graduates, most of whom have significant debt, are finding they need to take the jobs they can find rather than the jobs they want or have trained for. The same applies to older workers with university degrees needing to sustain their lifestyles or support their families. This revelation means that high school students today will need better direction than in the past. Today’s youth need to nurture their natural abilities and skills so that they make wise choices when it comes to post-secondary direction. Students would also be wise to study the viability of several career paths and avoid flooding the labour market with excess skillsets, wasting their efforts and investment. Students also need to honestly assess their own capabilities. With so many university graduates both young and old looking for work, simply graduating is not enough to guarantee a job; they must excel. Parents and teachers will need to pay closer attention and guide students toward the right path. No longer can today’s youth roll a dice on their choice of career. The key is choosing a career that not only they will enjoy but that will also make good use of their skills. editor@thevalleysentinel.com

MP Report by Bob Zimmer: Promoting Canada and Northeastern BC to Our American Neighbours As the Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River, I have the great honour of representing our region and being your voice on the issues that matter most to you. Most of the time this is done in Ottawa or in our riding, but every so often I get to travel abroad to ensure our region’s interests are heard. In early February I had the opportunity to travel to Washington with fellow Member of Parliament Rob Merrifield to meet with several Senators and Congressmen to promote Canada and Northeastern BC and discuss trade issues. During these meetings, we took the opportunity to discuss the need to continue to have a good trading relationship with the United States. We expressed our concerns with protectionist measures, such as the previously proposed Buy American provisions. History has shown that these types of measures can stall growth and kill jobs, and at a time of continued economic uncertainty, both nations need to continue to have an open trading relationship. We also outlined how a key part of our Government’s Economic Action Plan is to broaden and strengthen our trade and investment relationships around the world. We discussed Canada’s formal entry into the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade negotiations, as well as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement currently being negotiated between our Government and the European Union. At the Andrea Scholz Publisher/ Production Manager publisher@thevalleysentinel.com

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same time, we once again reiterated our commitment to continuing to have an open trade relationship with the United States. Other topics which were discussed during these meetings included the need to support the responsible development of North America’s natural resources, encouraging the continued purchase of Canadian resources and products such as beef, and the positive effects our competitive tax regime has had on the Canadian economy. Further, I had the opportunity to catch up with former US Ambassador David Wilkins who I first met on his trip to our riding in 2007. On the final morning of our trip we joined thousands of guests and dignitaries for the 61st National Prayer Breakfast at which President Obama spoke of the need Continued on Page 12

Correction

In the Feb. 21 issue of The Valley Sentinel, in the McBride dressage rider story on page eight, Joni Lynn’s last name of Peters, was omitted from the article in error. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused our readers.

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McBride RCMP Briefs By DANIEL BETTS Editor

Grow-op investigation yields arrest For the past year, the McBride detachment of the RCMP has been conducting an investigation of a rural property west of the village. After executing a search warrant last week, officers discovered a large and sophisticated marijuana grow operation on the property in question. The RCMP believes the operation has been producing marijuana for the past two years. Police seized over 200 pounds of marijuana with an estimated value of over $600,000. Also located on the property was a hydro-by-pass. Police arrested Owen Lloyd Jackson and Elliot Richard Giroux, both McBride residents, charging them with possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking, production of marijuana, and theft of electricity over $5,000. Both men are to appear in McBride Provincial Court on May 10, for their first appearances. The police expect to lay further charges on both accused men. False government cheques plaguing McBride businesses The McBride detachment of the RCMP is warning local businesses and the public of several reports of fraud involving the distribution of false Government of Canada cheques. Over the past month, McBride businesses have been targeted with almost $2,000 in forged Government of Canada cheques. One male McBride resident has been arrested in connection with these forgeries and will appear in McBride Provincial Court on March 8. The RCMP has noted an increase in credit card

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fraud in the last month. Police are investigating four incidents where the victims have noticed irregularities on their credit card statements and reported it. Police are encouraging all residents to review their credit card statements and to report any fraudulent activity to the local RCMP detachment. Police do have some leads on the cases and are hoping to establish a pattern that could lead to charges. Stolen pickup truck found west of McBride A truck stolen out of Saskatoon travelled across the prairies through the mountains and came to an abrupt stop just outside of McBride. On Sunday, Feb. 24 the McBride detachment of the RCMP was informed that a stolen 2002 black GMC Sierra pickup truck maybe travelling through the area. Shortly after, a call was received that a vehicle matching the description of the stolen truck was spotted upside down in a ditch near Clyde Pit Road, approximately 15 kilometres west of McBride on Highway 16. At the scene, an RCMP member confirmed the truck was indeed the stolen vehicle from Saskatoon. An investigation revealed the driver of the stolen vehicle was picked up as a hitchhiker and taken to Prince George. The potential suspect is described as a Caucasian male, mid to late 30s, short haircut with receding hairline, scruffy facial hair and of medium height and build. Of note was the fact that he had broad shoulders and a potbelly. The stolen truck had distinctive graphics that said “Teen Challenge” down both sides and the tailgate. The McBride RCMP is requesting anyone who witnessed this truck and any occupants to please contact them.

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PJ day events in Jasper finalized

The Parks Canada Youth Ambassador Program

Event times have been finalized for PJ Day in Jasper, a town-wide initiative on March 1 to raise awareness about autoimmune diseases. Breakfast Television begins filming at 5:30 a.m. at the new fire hall on Geikie Street, in front of the hospital. A pancake breakfast will raise funds for the MS Society. The flapjacks will energize all the PJ-clad Jasperites that come to dance, do pyjama yoga and be in the background throughout the show. Those wishing to participate in the PJs and Pooches Pack Walk past the cameras will meet at the Info Centre at 8:30 am. River Stone Yoga offers PJ yoga from 10 to 11 a.m., but if the need for speed seems more enticing, the PJ ski fun race begins at 11 a.m. at Marmot Basin. People are also meeting at the totem pole at 12 p.m. for a run. Following an afternoon break, a PJ fashion, dance and song show happens at 7:30 p.m. at the Activity Centre. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Businesses are also having PJ fun, including De’d Dog, which is offering happy hour prices all night to people wearing PJs. For more information on PJ Day and its reach beyond Jasper, visit www.findthecommonthread.com.

Richter sentenced to 27 months

On Wednesday, Feb. 20, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Frits Verhoeven handed down a 27-month sentence to Michael Allan Richter, 33, for aggravated assault on William Floris Groenveld, 56, of McBride. The judge gave Richter 15 months credit for time served in custody since the incident, which occurred in December 2011. On Dec. 11, 2011 at around 4 a.m., a resident responded to her dogs barking and heard cries for help. She found Groeneveld in a snow bank on First Avenue. Two hours earlier Richter was giving Groeneveld a ride home when his SUV got stuck in the snow. Groeneveld thought Richter had made an advance toward him and when he responded Richter punched him in the face. Groeneveld, who is legally blind, suffered 34 facial fractures, a compressed skull fracture that had to be pulled away from his brain and two cracks to his left cheekbone. Following surgery and hospital time, Groeneveld has a metal right eye orbit, hard pallet and currently has no feeling on the right side of his face. Because his jaw does not mesh well he finds chewing painful and is susceptible to choking. He continues to have nightmares and flashbacks from the incident and also suffers from balance and memory issues. Prior to sentencing, Richter apologized to Groeneveld, who was in attendance. Richter was also sentenced to three months for flight from a peace officer and resisting arrest, fined $1,000 and is prohibited from driving for one year.

QUOTE of the week I have a great deal of admiration and respect for these amazing women. Susan Feddema-Leondard, producer of Women of Willmore Wilderness.

Are you a young Canadian looking for adventure? Do you want to create the ultimate Canadian “bucket list?” Do you want to share your stories about your summer vacation, road trips or encounters and use them to inspire youth to seek out awesome experiences in their own back yard? If so, Parks Canada has the job for you! In 2011 Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the Parks Canada Youth Ambassador Program as Canada’s official gift to commemorate the first visit to Canada by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. As Parks Canada Youth Ambassadors, two young Canadians will be hired to inspire youth to get off the beaten track and discover and share all the awesome things they can experience in Canada. The program accepted its first participants as summer student employees in May of 2012, and is currently seeking our next two youth ambassadors to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime summer journey. Have fun, create incredible memories and gain valuable skills through thrilling adventures in some of Canada’s most spectacular

places. Your mission: find creative new ways to get Canadian youth interested in and experiencing Canada’s rich and diverse natural and cultural heritage. The adventures won’t stop with the end of summer. In September, as part-time employees (approximately one day per week until the end of March 2014), you will continue to share your discoveries and experiences at organized events and activities to motivate your generation to discover Parks Canada. Parks Canada is partnering with Global Vision to help recruit the

youth ambassadors. Global Vision is a respected non-profit organization that has been developing young Canadians into global leaders since 1991. They have an established record for engaging Canadian youth and supporting their development. If you are interested in becoming a Parks Canada Youth Ambassador, visit www.globalvision.ca or communicate with us at YA.JA@ pc.gc.ca. You can also check out the adventures of last years’ Parks Canada Youth Ambassadors on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ omgparkscan.

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Alaïs Nevert (left) from Montreal, 21, from Capilano University and Michael Ciniello from Mississauga, 23, from Western University were last year’s youth ambassadors.

Randal Scott Band CBC Searchlight Contestant By SARAH MAKOWSKY Reporter

Jasper’s Randal Scott Band is one of 20 Edmonton-region finalists in CBC’s Searchlight contest. Now that the group has survived the first round of voting they have until March 3 to gain enough votes to proceed to the competition’s third phase. The top five finalists from all regions will be announced on March 4.

CBC Searchlight is a Canada-wide search for the best new artist. The winner will be featured in a CBC Music video session and paid to perform at a high-profile music showcase in Toronto. They will also receive $20,000 in music equipment from Yahama Canada Music. An individual can vote for the same artist once a day. Vote for the Randal Scott Band online at www.music.cbc.ca/#/play/ artist/Randal-Scott-Band/The-Real-Miami.

Wrestling event ready to rumble By SARAH MAKOWSKY Reporter

It’s official, Jasper will receive a dose of wrestling mania. Professional wrestlers from the Canadian National Wrestling Alliance (CNWA) will compete in five matches on Saturday, May 18 at the arena. “Because it’s the first time we’re trying it, that’s why I chose the May long weekend,” said arena manager Peter Bridge. Given the weekend’s increased tourist population, the event has potential to make more money. The long weekend has a history of unpredictable weather, which tends to turn people indoors and could help fill seats, he added. Since this is the second time the arena will host its own event and the item wasn’t in the budget, the wrestling show was brought to council for decision. “We [Bridge and Yvonne McNabb ,culture and recreation director] didn’t know we had the authority to go ahead and do it.” If the event completely flops, the municipality would be on

the hook for a $6,500 bill. Mayor Richard Ireland recognized the concern, but said such a decision takes council more into the administrative process. “That takes us out of the realm of governance where we belong, and into the realm of administration where we do not belong.” Next year, events like this will be added into the budget, said McNabb, so there won’t be any need to come to council. There’s risk associated with hosting the CNWA event, but the arena has potential to make a lot of money if the 2,000 seats sell. To break even, 400 seats need to sell. “My motivation [to host this event] was try to bring the arena as close to breaking even as we can. It’s less burden on the taxpayers then,”said Bridge. Excess money generated by the arena would go to its project budget. Bridge looks forward to bringing a different type of entertainment to Jasper. “It’s really exciting,” he said. The May 18 event begins at 7 p.m. and CNWA guarantees that the show is suitable for all ages. Ticket prices haven’t been finalized, but they won’t be more than $20, he added.

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Which is most true about the labour market young people face today compared to their parents?

a) The job market is more competitive b) People work longer hours than in the past c) People are better educated but work less skilled jobs d) Jobs are much less secure e) All of the above Go to www.fitzhugh.ca or to www.thevalleysentinel.com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week’s newspapers. Last week’s combined results: What do you plan to do in your retirement years? 55% (18) Work 30%(10) Travel 6% (2) Spend time with family 6% (2) Volunteer 3% (1) Hobbies

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A SoundWeaving Water weekend with Danielea Castell By DONALDA BEESON Contributor

Sacred singer and “SoundWeaver” Danielea Castell will be gracing Valemount with her loving sounds once again. Consider this weekend an “invitation to deepen your spiritual relationship with Water at home and in nature by expressing your love and gratitude.” Join Castell in meandering through a SoundWeaving Water weekend, March 8 to 10, as she presents a concert, workshop and public water ceremony. The weekend begins its ripple with Loving Flow: Sacred Songs from the Heart of Water on Friday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. Deeply in love with water, Castell performs original chants and healing melodies, received from the rivers of B.C. and Alaska, as well as her own arrangements of spiritual songs from different cultural traditions. This concert will resonate from the Anglican United Church, 1175 7th Ave., Valemount, B.C. Tickets are $15 at door. The next wave of this weekend is the SoundWeaving Water Workshop. Originally developed by Castell as a way to express her love and kinship with nature, SoundWeaving can take any creative form such as spoken words, songs, chants, drumming and prayers. “What’s important is a willingness to fully feel your love and gratitude and share it openly. The sound of love always creates harmony regardless of the pitch or timbre of your voice. Being ‘in tune’ with your heart creates the connecting bond to the natural world. Nature is always happy to hear from us and usually responds in some way,” said Castell. Through musical meditations and fun simple exercises, workshop participants will swim through limited beliefs about their voice and learn how to channel their feelings about water into spontaneous melodies and rhythms. The frame drum is a wonderful SoundWeaving tool and basic patterns are taught along with specific water chants. The workshop is from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 9 and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 10 at the Golden Years Hall. The cost is $150, or $160 for both the concert and workshop. The workshop requires pre-registration, so please contact Jan Tait at 250-968-4393, or email, wknaus@telus.net. It is Castell’s hope that “by the conclusion of this SoundWeaving weekend you’ll have the tools and confidence to continue expressing your love and gratitude to water in the ways that feel natural to you. Our bodies are more than 70 percent water,” she says. “Whatever we offer to water, we receive as well.” Castell adds, “Now I forgive easily and have way more peace,

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Danielea Castell, “SoundWeaver” and sacred singer, will be in Valemount March 8 to 10.

harmony and flow in my life.” The weekend culminates in a Community Water Ceremony at the Fraser River on Sunday, March 10, from 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m at the Old Tete Jaune Bridge. This event is free and all ages are welcome. For what to bring, visit www.oneconsciousvoice.com, or www.facebook.com/ SoundWeavingWater. Danielea Castell is fundraising to record her first CD of chants about water awareness and appreciation; all proceeds from the weekend support this cause. She concludes in saying that, “If we let water be our guide, harmony will follow.”

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A very grateful Ted & Emily Tinsley would like to Thank George & Edie Dennis for alerting Katerina Tinsley of a chimney fire at their home on January 14, 2013. We are very grateful for the quick action of a very special man, who without hesitation pulled into our drive way when driving by in his backhoe. Ken Beddington knew exactly what to do and quickly put the fire out before any serious damage occurred. We, the family of Ted & Emily, are very grateful and can’t say enough. Thank you Ken, George & Edie

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Thursday, February 28, 2013

Business Watch: Lucky House Restaurant By MARIE BIRKBECK Contributor

Peter and Cynthia Liang are no strangers to Valemount or to the restaurant business, having lived here in the early 2000s operating the China House restaurant in the Valemount Hotel. In 2007, they moved to Chetwynd where they purchased and ran a restaurant for five years. However, Cynthia explains the lure of the Rockies was strong, and beckoned them back to Valemount where they have recently opened Valemount’s second Chinese restaurant, Lucky House, in the Karas Mall also known as the Post Office Mall. They look forward to serving friends, new and old, for many years to come. The newly renovated restaurant occupies the space that once housed the Premier Laundry, Catherine’s Corner, and Mountain Bargains. Mountain Bargains moved two doors down. Fresh paint and new furnishings greet you as you enter the premises. The ceramic cat perched atop the shiny new steam table offer guests a friendly Chinese welcome. Few pictures adorn the walls, but Cynthia clarified that the décor is a work in progress; more pictures and decorations will be added over time. The Lucky House menu features authentic Cantonese cuisine and a selection of western foods all prepared with no MSG. Lucky House is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday evenings, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., customers can enjoy a smorgasbord offering choices of 14 different dishes. Selection will vary from week to week, but you can expect to find dishes like jumbo prawns, sweet and sour pork, ginger beef, chicken wings, spring rolls, wonton soup, fried rice and chow mein noodles.

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The Ceramic Cat offers a Chinese welcome to guests at the Lucky House Restaurant.

Lucky House is a fully-licensed premise with a full staff and is equipped to do catering and banquets, and offers free delivery on orders over $30. Lucky House can be reached at 250-566-2345.

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The Valemount Childrens’ Activity Society is accepting bids on installing a pre-fab kitchen during Spring Break. RFPs can be submitted by e-mail to infovcas@yahoo.ca, attenton to Stefanie, or in person by March 11th. For more information, please contact Stefanie at 250-566-4183.

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The second annual Jasper’s Got Talent showcase drew a full house on Feb.20. Clara Burstrom (left) competed,while mom Michelle Burstrom (above) performed during an intermission.

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Roundhouse Theatre hosting film festival By ALLAN FREDERICK Reporter

Fans of quality cinema are in for a real treat this weekend as The Roundhouse Theatre Society is hosting an International Film Festival utilizing the Toronto International Film Festival library of films. The festival begins on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 28, at 7:30 p.m. with a U.S. film entitled Moonrise Kingdom starring Bill Murray, Edward Norton, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton and Bruce Willis. This film, a touching, if not somewhat ridiculous, pre-teen fantasy comedy romance, premiered on opening night at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival.

On Friday evening, March 1 at 7:30 p.m., the New Zealand production of Boy will be shown. Starring James Rolleston, Te Aho AhoEketone-Whitu and Taika Waititi. Boy is a comedy about a youngster’s growing relationship with his long-absent father.

Saturday, March 2 at 1 p.m., the festival continues with a French film called The Intouchables, starring Francois, Cluzet, Omar Sy, Audrey Fleurot, Anne ly Ny, and Alba Gaia Kraghede Belluji. Described as a special film for mature audiences, The Intouchables has been

nominated for several awards in the international film sector, and according to reviews, does not seem to lose its sense of humour.

The cost to attend these films is $8 each or the threefilm package for $20 per person. Tickets are available at The Farm Store.

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The Premier Mountain Lodge & Suites and the Sarak Grill & Lounge will be sponsoring a Community Brunch on Sunday, March 10,2013 from 1130 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Chef Rakesh will prepare and amzing International Brunch Buffet. You are encouraged to bring a Cash Only Donation that will go towards the Valemount Food Bank, Community Programs and other Charities. We request Valemount community members to come to this event and help support this wonderful cause. Volunteers are most welcome! Please call the Sarak Grill & Lounge at 250-566-8211 for more information. We hope to see you on Sunday, March 10, 2013. Organizers: Mr. Karim Ali Merali Premier Mountain Lodge and Sarak Grill & Lounge owner Mr.s Dorothy Jones Valemount Food Bank President

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Figure skating competition in McBride By ALLAN FREDERICK Reporter

Valley figure skaters tore up the ice in McBride last weekend. On Saturday, Feb. 23, the McBride Figure Skating Club hosted a local “Twirls and Turns Jamboree” at the local Robson Valley Recreation Centre. Attending were 16 skaters from the McBride club and an additional 21 skaters from the Valemount club. Various components for the skaters to compete in were Element Programs, Team Tactics, Original Performance, Twirls

and Turns, as well as Dance. The event was planned to provide some competition experience for the skaters in an effort to build up their confidence, while perfecting their performance skills. Non-official judges that were part of the skating world in the past did the judging for the event. All skaters were encouraged to take part in the event by skating hard and having fun in this informal competition. Parents, grandparents and family were treated to a long day of some great performances. Medals and awards were handed out following the event.

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Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)

The urge to escape or hibernate until winter finally ends may be strong now. Some retreat periods can be productive but this one asks that all progress be of the inner spiritual sort. This may be contrary to your nature. Yet, swimming against the current is hardly practical. Intend to be more empathetic and compassionate and/or to retreat in preparation for spring.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)

Sharing ideas, visions, plans and dreams with friends is likely now. With Mercury retrograde, allow yourself to brainstorm without feeling the need to take deliberate action now. The drafting stage of projects often undergoes many revisions. Make this clear to yourself and others to avoid misunderstandings. What you say now may be remembered long after.

emini (May 21 – Jun 21 Getting a lot of exposure now may actually come easily. Yet, there are indications that you do and do not want it. Concerns about what others think are leading you to feel protective of your energy levels and your reputation. Silence is golden and though not typical of your sign, whether due to inner or outer chatter, now is a good time to practice it.

ancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) A meditative, contemplative and philosophical mood continues. Profound experiences and insights are more available than usual. A heightened sensitivity to the details may produce sublime realizations. The key is to be in-tune and aware lest this deep and delicate state be misinterpreted as depression. Make extra efforts to speak less and listen more for the next while.

Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23)

You may feel like you have arrived at a crossroads. Entering the unknown often produces anxiety. However, there is no turning back. Endings are ever followed by new beginnings. The key is to persevere with faith and will. You would like to have a clearer vision of the future, but it is not yet available. Exercise patience with outer activity while you recalibrate internally.

irgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Many changes are occurring especially on relationship fronts. Yet, it may seem as though you have entered a thick fog and so are unable to clearly see what is happening. It may take until mid- March at least before the confusion clears and perhaps even until mid-April. The more you can humbly, respectfully and faithfully cooperate with this delay the better.

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ibra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) We have all entered a delicate cycle. The currents are less predictable than ever, their directional flow uncertain. This could affect your health levels and overall lifestyle. It is extra important now that you be more deliberate to either preserve and ideally to increase the quality of your health. Fortify your immune system and sanitize your living environment…

Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)

This effulgence of Piscean influence may prove to be a boon for you more than many others. It signifies a very fertile imagination. As ever, how you use your free will to engage this energy pattern is important. For now it may prove most worthwhile to gather and accumulate ideas, insights and inspirations and to identify approaches worthy of your emulation.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)

Many emotions are flowing through you now and affecting you at core levels of your psyche. These may simply be inspiring you to make changes close to home, to fix, clean, uplift and beautify your environment. This impulse may still be in its gestation phase but if you tune-in and bring attention to it, the ideas and strategies will materialize.

apricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) It is ironic that sometimes our clearest visions and deepest insights come about when our conscious focus is diffused, like now. As though in a lucid dream, reality seems different somehow, yet you can take deliberate action. You are being offered the opportunity to step away from the norm. Whether you do so for a little while or forever, is for you to decide.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)

Dreams of what might be are dancing in your mind. The challenge is to match these with your values, priorities and practical reality. The key now is that you assert a perceptual lead. This means the more you can perceive the possibilities the more you will be able to conceive them. So, you job now is to dream, visualize and imagine.

isces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Many hopes, wishes, plans and ambitions are gestating in your mind. Next week’s New Moon in your sign will serve to activate these more fully into reality. Still, you may require some added assistance to actualize your intentions. Take the initiative to reach out to your key connections. Be ready and willing to cooperate and avoid trying to go it alone.

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MP report continued from page 4 for humility in both public and private life. The breakfast also provided me with the unique opportunity to meet with many representatives from around the world to promote our region. There were countless conversations about the positive view other countries have of Canada. From our economic record at the top of the G7 to our peacekeeping efforts, but most of all our helpful, warm Canadian ‘personality’. Good relationships don’t happen by accident. And

that’s why I believe that it is important to continue to foster a close trade relationship with our neighbours to the south. The Canada-U.S. relationship is the closest and most prosperous of any in the world. Since the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement came into force in 1989, Canada’s annual GDP has risen by $1.1 trillion, nearly 4.6 million jobs have been created in Canada, and two-way trade in goods and services with the United States has more than

tripled. However, Canada is not immune to global challenges from beyond our borders. We all know that Canada’s economy will be impacted by the health of our most important trading partner. That is why we must continue to engage constructively with the United States as we look to create more jobs, hope, and opportunity in our two great nations.

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Polypipe (water lines) 3”4”6” 8” and 12” in 40 foot lengths (40% off new price), Contact 250-968-4419. FEB 28 Used power toolsnegotiable and 14” machinist lathe. Asking $3500. Phone 250968-4419. FEB 28 2009 Ski-doo Summit X 800, 154” track, electric start, bellypan, runs good. 3300 km $6,500 OBO Contact 250-566-1987 FEB 28 Whole Spring/Easter lamb $4 per lb. or $5 cut and wrapped, Contact 250-968-4347. APR 25 HAY FOR SALE shedded round bales from last years hay crop at $25 each. Contact 250-9684347. APR 25 Good used sea containers for sale. McBride area $3,650, Valemount $3,500 Delivered. We accept Visa/MC 250-314-9522. FEB 28

Office space for rent or lease in the Village of Valemount. Bring your business idea to this move-in-ready space. Total of 365 sq. ft. consists of office with sink and separate waiting room. Located in a professional building. Call 778-389-5100 or email dmohrsen@telus.net to view. FEB 28

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Thursday, February 28, 2013

SPECIAL EVENTS

St. Patty’s Day Dance Saturday, March 16 at the Valemount Legion Hall, more details to follow.

Math Fun Nights @ the McBride Library. Friday, March 1 at 6:30 p.m. Children, bring your parents and come on out to play a game or two! Prize draws! Held in partnership with the Elementary School.

Soup Sandwich and Bake Sale Saturday, March 16 - 11 a.m to 2 p.m. at the Valemount Legion Hall.

Banned Book Club @ the McBride Library Sat, March 2 at 3:30 p.m. As part of Freedom to Read Week, we’re celebrating challenged books. Come tell us about your favourite, and why it should or shouldn’t be banned! Free Legal Advice @ the McBride Library. Tuesday, March 12 at 7:30 p.m. Legal questions? Come ask Barrister Jesse Stamm via the internet. Private 15 minute sessions. First-come, first-serve basis.

Valemount MONDAYS: • Play and Learn from 10 a.m. to noon at the Valemount Community Hall. • Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9 a.m. at the Golden Years Lodge. • Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in Legion. tuesdays: • Valemount Children’s Activity Centre Board Meeting third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • Council Meeting second and fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the council chambers. Everyone welcome. • Volleyball 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. Valemount Secondary School gymnasium. Sign up for the season or drop in. Must have indoor shoes. Call Suzanne Bloodoff 250-5669979. WEDNESDAYS: • Public Library Board Meeting every second Wednesday at 5 p.m. Downstairs at the library. • Valemount seniors music night 7 to 9 p.m. at the Golden Years Lodge. • Toastmasters meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Best Western. • Valemount Arts and Cultural Society meets the last Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. downstairs at the Library. Call

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PST Transition Workshop Tuesday, March 26 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Venue TBA Presented by the Ministry of Finance and sponsored by the Valemount and McBride chambers of commerce. 3rd Annual Chili Cook-off Sunday, April 28 at the Valemount Legion Hall, further details TBA.

The Fraser Headwaters Alliance will hold their Annual General Meeting at the Dunster Hall, Saturday, March 2 at 1:30 p.m.

Valemount Minor Hockey Association

(following the regular weekly lunch sponsored by the Community Association)

Elect your new executive committee and come out and volunteer for the 2013-14 Hockey Year.

All members or prospective members are urged to attend!

250-566-9049. Meditation classes at The Gathering Tree at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $5/week. Call Regena 250-566-9181. THURSDAYS: • Cribbage Game at Golden Years Lodge from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone Welcome! • Chamber of Commerce Quarterly General Meetings third Thursday of January, April, July and October at 4:45 p.m. • Saddle & Wagon Club meeting the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. Call 250-566-4718. • Valemount Family Support Group will meet the last Thursday of every month at the old Village Office, 99 Gorse St., at 7:30 p.m. For families dealing with mental health issues. Call Irene Brady at 250- 566-1958. • Adult recreational badminton from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Valemount Secondary School. Drop-ins welcome. FRIDAYS: • Valemount Legion Friday Night dinners starting at 5 p.m. • Alcoholics Anonymous Friday evenings at 8 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Catholic Church basement. SATURDAYS: • Valemount circle dance. For more info please contact 250 566-1782.

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Annual General Meeting Wednesday, March 13, 2013 7:00 PM at the Arena

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Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tete Jaune Hall.

DUNSTER • Dunster Winter Market from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday’s at the Dunster Community Hall.

McBride • McBride Community Forest open quarterly meetings on the first Wed. of the month on January 9, April 3, July 3, and October 2 at the McBride Village Council Chambers at 7 p.m. tuesdays: • Royal Canadian Legion meetings on first Tuesday, monthly. • Community Badminton at McBride Secondary School at 7 p.m. • TOPS 6:45 p.m. weigh-in, 7:15 p.m. meeting. Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome. Call Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • Village Council Meeting second and fourth Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., Village Council Chambers. • Alcoholics Anonymous every Tuesday, 8 p.m. at the Health Unit. • Ready, Set and Learn at the Elementary School. Families and their two to five year olds who attend will

engage in play-based early learning activities. Call 569-2721 to register. • Words of Whimsy - creative writing for teens at 7 p.m. at the McBride Library. WEDNESDAYS: • Pickle ball at McBride Secondary School at 7 p.m. • Storytime with Mother Goose at the McBride library at 10 a.m. • Diabetes Support Group first Wednesday at 1 p.m. at Beaverview Lodge Sat. 10 a.m. -12 p.m., 441 Dominion St. • Support Group For Families Dealing With Mental Health Problems. Last Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the McBride Health Centre. More info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347. • Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild every other Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 250-569-3210. • Legion Auxiliary Bingo first and third Wednesday of the month at the Legion Hall. THURSDAYS: • OAPO Stitch & Knit every Thursday from 2:30 to 4 p.m., Beaverview Lodge, Call Hilda Murin 569-3305. SATURDAYS: • Writer’s Circle at 1 p.m. Alternates between Dunster Fine Arts School & McBride Library. All Welcome. Contact 250-569-2411.

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NEW LIFE CENTRE 1247 - 1st Ave. 250-566-4824 Family Worship 10:30am. Prayer meeting Thurs 7pm CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SERVICES 250-968-4349 or 250-566-4568 Sunday 3pm, Sun. School 3pm VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP 250-566-9996, Praise & Worship 11am Worship Service on Sun 10:30am

1222 5th Ave. Valemount, B.C. Phone: 250-566-4464 • Fax: 250-566-4271 Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Fridays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. After hours by arrangement Valemount Community Church E-Free Church NEW location the old Sporting & Clothing building on 5th Ave Sunday at 11:00 a.m. McBride ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 197 Dominion, 250-569-2606 Sun. Communion Service 11am

ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH 441 Dominion St., 250-569-3206 or 250-569-3386. Worship/Kids church 10am SEVENTH - DAY ADVENTIST Lamming Pit Rd, 250 569.3370 Sabbath School: Sat. 9:30am, Worship Service Sat. 11am, Pathfinders Tues 7pm, Prayer Meeting Wed 7pm

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Church 569.2378 or 569.8845 1st Ave Worship Service on Sun 10:30am MOUNTAIN CHAPEL (PAOC) Church 569-3350/Office 569-6802 Sunday Worship 11am, Prayer Service Wed. 7pm MENNONITE CHURCH Sun. Sch. 10am, Sunday Services 11am, 7:30pm Wed 7:45pm

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Thursday, February 28, 2013

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Winterlude concert promises a feast for the soul in Jasper and Hinton By Bob Udell Submitted

The Pilgrims Octet, Blue Diamond Quartet and Bow Geste Fiddlers are combining their talents to present Winterlude, a Musical Feast for the Soul in Jasper and Hinton on March 8 and 9. These three groups last performed together in April 2011. At Winterlude they will present some of their personal favourites from the past few years combined with new material selected just for this concert. The Pilgrims Octet, which includes the Pathfinder Quartet are members of the Foothills Male Chorus (FMC), performing at FMC concerts as well as other special occasions. They are particularly known for their doo-wop and pop medleys. Among other numbers, this performance will bring back, by popular demand, a rocking tribute to the Blues Brothers as well as Ian Tyson’s signature song Springtime in Alberta. The Blue Diamonds mixed quartet have enjoyed being part of the Jasper-Hinton-Edson musical community for several years and it is well known for the close harmony singing by members Carol Wray, Kathleen Giffin, Paul Girard and Bob Udell. For Winterlude, the group has selected numbers from musical genres as disparate as Connie Kaldor’s Wood River and Alabama’s Mountain Music. Bow Geste, an enthusiastic group of fiddlers from Hinton and Jasper, will perform as a group and also provide backup for other performers. Bow Geste has been together for several years, and performs on warm summer evenings along the Beaver Boardwalk in Hinton. These impromptu performances are so popular that they are now used as selling points in advertisements for rentals in the vicinity. Folks who enjoyed the haunting theme of Ken Burns’ Civil War TV series, Ashokan Farewell, will also enjoy the Bow Geste performance of composer Jay Ungar’s more recent Lovers’ Waltz. Jasper musician Monika Schaefer will perform her own composition Colours of Autumn and the latest member of the Pilgrims, Curtis Gillespie will be featured singing Trace Adkins’ I Can’t Outrun You. Paul Girard will dust off his doo-wop chops to sing the Platters’ Only You. Backyard Swing, a jazz trio formed just for this concert, will swing out on Autumn Leaves. Tickets are $15 and are available at the Tekarra Colour Lab in Jasper, the Old Grind, the Library in Hinton and at the door. Performances begin at 7:30 March 8 (Jasper United Church) and March 9 (Hinton Alliance Church). For further information contact Bob Udell at 780-740-5477 or Rbtudell@gmail.com.

SUBMITTED photos

Above: The Pilgrims, 2011. Below: Bow Geste in Jasper, 2011.

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