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On Friday, March 8, the new turbine for Mica Generating Station was lifted off a transport truck to a temporary resting spot near Valemount. Crane operators use the 200 tonne crane to take apart the 250 tonne crane after the procedure, which required both cranes to move the turbine. See the story on page 7.
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Drug and guns seizure on Canoe Forest Service Road By DONALDA BEESON Contributor
The Valemount RCMP stumbled upon a number of unregistered guns and large quantity of drugs during a well-being file check to a residence located on the Canoe Forest Service Road on Feb. 25. While countless amounts of illegal substances are apprehended from the highway coming into and out of Valemount almost “everyday,” this seizure is of note because it demonstrates this type of operation is happening locally. An RCMP press release reports that local members attended a rental residential property along Canoe Forest Service Road for a well being check. Well being checks are usually at the request of a friend or family member who have not seen or heard from the person for some time and is concerned for that person’s safety. In cases such as this, the local RCMP can legally enter a dwelling to establish that no one inside is in distress. It was at this point that the police “observed marijuana on a table in the basement,” and exited to request a search warrant. One member stayed outside to ensure no one entered the residence while the other left to obtain a search warrant. Const. Bentley estimates it took approximately four and a half hours to obtain the warrant. The press release states that once the warrant was granted, members re-entered the residence and located 26 pounds of marijuana in vacuum-sealed bags, indicating it was likely being processed here for transport. Along with the marijuana, they recovered a .32 calibre semi automatic handgun, (illegal to possess unless you have a restricted license, which is very rarely given in Canada), and a 30-30 rifle and a 12 gauge shot gun, either of which had ever been registered. What also alarmed RCMP is that they found a box containing a mixture of large calibre ammunition. The gun relating to the large calibre ammunition was
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Valemount RCMP hold evidence of 26 pounds of marijuana that was recently seized from a residence in Valemount.
later recovered. The single tenant of the searched residence was later found and arrested. The person has been released and is out on a $1000 recognizance until first appearance in court on May 9. At this time the name cannot be released as it is not yet a matter of “public record”, as “he has not stood before a judge and been challenged by the courts.” The evidence featured with this article will likely be disposed of locally, utilizing a chop service to cut up the guns and a burning facility to burn the marijuana. According Const. Bentley, this is the fifth bust of an operation of this magnitude in Valemount in the three years he has been stationed in Valemount.
Valemount comes out for charity event By MARIE BIRKBECK Contributor
Give the Gift of Charity was the theme for the Premier Mountain Lodge Charity Brunch on Sunday morning. Premier Mountatin Lodge owner Karim “Ali” Merali and Chef Rakesh Bharti of the Sarak Restaurant hosted the first Charity Brunch in Valemount. More than 150 people came out to enjoy the meal and gave generously to the donation box. All proceeds, which
surpassed $1,300, went directly to three local charities; the Valemount Food Bank, Valemount Elementary School PAC, and the Robson Valley Spay and Neuter Society. Merali and Bharti extend their heartfelt thanks to all of those who came out and volunteered their time to help make this function a success, and also a huge thank you to the community of Valemount for supporting this initiative. Although nothing is confirmed as yet, there is already talk of the Charity Brunch becoming an annual event.
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CBT public input presentation tonight By MARIE BIRKBECK Contributor
The Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) Community Initiatives Public Presentation will take place Thursday, March 7, at the Valemount Secondary School; open house from 5:30 – 7 p.m., formal presentations start at 7 p.m. According to Valemount Deputy Corporate Officer Braden Hutchins, there are 12 organizations who are applying for a share of the $216,393.85 available for distribution through the CBT Community Initiatives Program. A number of changes have been introduced to the process this year. The public presentation has been moved from the Community Hall to the VSS Community Theatre. In order to cut down on the question and answers throughout the evening, applicants will have an opportunity to “showcase” their applications prior to the presentations. Tables will be set up in the lobby where applicants can display information about their application. Applicants are asked to be at the venue by 5:15 p.m. if possible. Three hours, from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m., have been allotted for the formal presentations. Projects will be presented alphabetically by organization name. Each applicant will be allowed a maximum of ten minutes on stage – up to three minutes for presentation and an additional seven minutes to respond to questions. Hutchins added that following the public input meeting, the CBT Committee will meet to review and discuss the applications and provide recommendations to the Village of Valemount Council. The council will then consider the recommendations at its April 9 meeting. Decisions regarding the applications will then be made public in the third week of April and applicants will receive written notifications. Applications for the following projects have been received by CBT: • Canoe Mountain Rodeo Association – Washroom Improvements – $18,336.35. • Robson Valley Spay and Neuter Society – Canine Spay and Neuter Initiative – $5,000. • Royal Canadian Legion Valemount – Appliance Replacement and Upgrading – $14,419. • Valemount & Area Chamber of Commerce – World Host Training – $8,500. • Valemount Area Recreation Development – Crystal Ridge Construction –$45,000. • Valemount Arts and Cultural Society – Acquisition of lighting system – $21,185.52. • Valemount Gun Club – Shooting Shed – $6,117.22. • Valemount Secondary school –Community Mural – $27,000. • Valemount Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department –Community Halloween Fireworks Display – $2,500. • Valemount Youth Empowerment Society – Youth Empowerment – $7,500. • Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association – Swift Creek Bridge Engineering/ Administration – $5,000. • Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association – Five Mile Road Improvement/ infrastructure upgrades – $35,000. The total funds applied for is $196,058.09.
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Kelley Williams is the newly appointed Robson Valley Support Society executive director.
RVSS has a new executive director By ALLAN FREDERICK Reporter
Kelley Williams has started her new position as the executive director of the Robson Valley Support Society (RVSS) effective March 4. Williams comes to the Robson Valley after being in Kitimat serving as the president of the local community college for the past two years. Williams has extensive experience in the management of social service agencies and non-profit organizations. She also operates her own training and consulting agency, delivering management consulting, training, forensic, change management, fund raising and proposal writing services. Her background includes being the first female equipment operator with CN
working in the Penny and Dome Creek area during her career with the railroad. Williams still has a love for the railway and hopes to visit some of the remaining small stations in the system. The RVSS has offices in McBride and Valemount and as part of her duties Williams hopes to visit the Valemount office on a regular basis to help improve the exposure for the agency in that community. Having more social support for people in the valley is on her list of priorities as well as looking for services needed and funding opportunities that may be available to help both new and long time area residents. Williams will also be exploring nutritional programs for children, working with the elderly and literacy programs within the communities that the RVSS serves.
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Deficit of soft skills By DANIEL BETTS, Editor
Another proud Canadian historical moment unfolded in space this week. Chris Hadfield became the first Canadian commander of the International Space Station (ISS). “When things are going well, it’s easy to be in charge,” Hadfield told students in his hometown of Milton, Ont., earlier this year, via videolink. Last month, Hadfield informed University of Waterloo students, again via videolink from the ISS last month, that he had been training to command the space station since he was 14 years old. One of Hadfield’s colleagues, Bob Thirsk, spoke of the need for an ISS commander to be aware of the well-being of each of his five crewmates. Thirsk expressed his belief that the “soft skills” are more important than the operational skills. Cory Gray, Grande Yellowhead Public School Division superintendent, also made mention of “soft skills” and the importance of their development in public schools, in an address to the Jasper Park Chamber of Commerce this week. Soft skills are those qualities that aren’t generally covered in textbooks. They determine how we react to and communicate with our colleagues and supervisors. They are those skills that allow employees to negotiate and resolve conflicts, develop teamwork, solve problems creatively or even effectively sell a product. They are interpersonal skills that allow for an office to run smoothly and interact effectively regardless of personal feelings or desires. Gray mentioned a growing deficit of soft skills among young people today. Partly to blame is the Internet age, where young people find themselves interacting with peers via computer rather than face-to-face. There is also a trend for post-secondary students to concentrate on the hard technical skills of their profession, without valuing interpersonal skills. While technical skills are certainly important, the ability to negotiate and creatively solve problems as a team are valuable skills that many employers look for today. Interacting via computer text or Facebook posts have some obvious limitations. While emoticons and Internet slang can display superficial emotions they are often deceptive or untruthful. Only through face-to-face interaction can a person determine the true emotional state of someone they are talking to. For centuries this has allowed humans to read between the lines of speech, determine intentions or even detect deception. However, while we have this ability naturally, like all skills, it requires practice to perfect and understand. Having superior technical skills is very important and valuable. However, these skills alone have limits and if they are not effectively fused with soft skills the result is often limitations in personal growth as well as frequent interpersonal conflicts in the work environment. After 20 years, Hadfield has earned his command, a position he considers the pinnacle of his career. Career building requires the ability to develop different skillsets, particularly those that create effective communication and interaction. Today’s youth would be wise to consider and learn the valuable soft skills that put leaders like Hadfield in command of an orbiting spacecraft.
Many thanks to our community Dear Editor, March 22 is our one-year anniversary of being home. It is a time of huge celebration for us. As many of you know, Paul was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, and we spent 6 months or so down in Vancouver. His leukemia was very aggressive, requiring four rounds of chemo. The first round was 7 days in a row, 24 hours a day of one kind, and 3 days of a second kind at the same time. It was called 7 and 3. The other 3 rounds were only 6 days long, and only one kind. There were better days, and bad days, and everything in between, as you can imagine. Our situation became very intense, very quickly. We received great care from the folks at Vancouver General Hospital, but we also received great care and support from our community at home too. We are so thankful for friends, family and strangers, who helped because they could, cared because it’s who our community is, and gave because it was the right thing to do. The care packages, texts, encouraging messages and notes on facebook, the cards and homemade goodies and fudge, everything and everyone was so supportive. We want to thank everyone, and let you know that your support financially, emotionally, prayers, all made a huge difference to us on our journey. Everyone’s journey is intense, everyone’s journey shares similar things and yet is so different, as are the circumstances with each diagnosis, prognosis, and individuals. Andrea Scholz Publisher/ Production Manager publisher@thevalleysentinel.com
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Now that we are on the other side of that mountain, we want you to celebrate too. Our journey was made so much easier because of you. Thank you just doesn’t seem to be enough, and we think there needs to be another word in our language to express the gratitude we feel. So know that your efforts, and support made a difference in ours lives, and you should celebrate as well. Please continue your support as other families are at different places in their own journeys, and although you may not ever know how much your letter or note of encouragement means, or how far your 5 dollars can go, trust us, it can make a world of difference. With many thanks, Paul and Laura Johnson - Valemount, B.C.
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More than 40 business owners dropped in to the Valemount Learning Centre on the evening of Thursday, March 7, to attend the Valemount and Area Chamber of Commerce first Business after Business wine and cheese social. Business after Business is an opportunity for business owners to gather after regular business hours on an informal social basis. The “host” business enjoys the chance to showcase their business to those who may not otherwise have cause to visit the establishment. Those in attendance were impressed with the event and more than one commented that they would like to see more in the future. Gord Peters of VCTV stated, “As a newcomer to Valemount and manager of the community television station, one of my priorities is to meet and get to know as many people as I can in the shortest amount of time. The Chamber’s Business after Business event was the perfect opportunity to introduce myself to a number of those in the local business community in one place at one time. The relaxed setting of the wine and cheese reception made it easy; looking forward to the next one!” Event organizer and hostess for this function, Riette Kenkel commented,
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Ann McKirdy and Marion Farquarson participated in the Business to Business event put on by the Valemount Chamber of Commerce on March 7.
“I was pleasantly surprised by the fabulous turn-out. I think it’s a pretty strong sign that the Valemount business community wants an opportunity to network with other businesses, and the Business after Business is the perfect outlet for that sort of thing. Let’s hope another business comes forward to host the next one.” Vice Chair Jeannette Townsend who was out of town throughout the planning process, offered her congratulations. “Thank you and congratulations to the organizing
committee members. What greater reward for the time and diligence they gave to the first Business after Business event than the “standing room only” attendance. Well done!” The Chamber of Commerce hopes to hold a Business after Business on a regular basis, either monthly or bi-monthly. The events planning committee will be taking all the feedback into account as they plan the subsequent Business after Business functions and tradeshows.
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National Park News MARCH 14 Opening the Icefields Parkway after a big snowfall
Pennies for Jasper museum roof For the month of February, École Desrochers students in Jasper collected pennies to donate to the Jasper-Yellowhead Historical Society’s Repair the Roof Fund. Last December Connie Sawka’s class at Jasper Elementary School donated $18.97 which started the challenge. Several other grades responded to the challenge and dropped off their penny collection at the museum. The museum will continue to collect pennies until the sources dry up. Bring them rolled or loose to the museum. Community support for this fundraiser is greatly appreciated by the museum.
Jasper Bantam Bearcats to play in B pool final On March 16, the Jasper Bantam Bearcats will face Plamondon for the Sturgeon Pembina Hockey League B Pool Final in Whitecourt. The Bearcats defeated Plamondon earlier in the season to earn the privilege of facing the first place Edson team. However, following a fierce battle with Edson on March 2 and March 5, the Bearcats were defeated and dropped to the B pool. League glory still awaits the Bearcats who have proven they are serious playoff contenders. Go Bearcats Go!
Yoga Weekend in McBride
Certified Kripalu Yoga instructor, Katrina Molendyk invites you to join her in McBride, B.C. to share in a weekend of diverse yoga classes over Easter long weekend, starting March 29. Certified at the 300-hour level, Molendyk teaches traditional Kripalu yoga, which translated from Sanskrit means compassion. She currently teaches yoga in Prince George, B.C. As a holistic health consultant, with a diploma in Human Kinetics, Molendyk specializes in yoga for athletes. All classes will be at the McBride Elks Hall. Individually priced classes can be packaged for a discount; take two and receive ten percent off, take three and receive twelve percent off, take four and receive fifteen percent off, or take all five for $90 (that’s one free class). Molendyk will be deciding by Friday, Mar. 15 whether she will have enough students to warrant a trip to McBride; therefore, registration must be completed and paid in full by then, and refunds will be given if the weekend is cancelled. To reserve a spot you can call 250 -961-1013, or email kmolendyk@live.ca. If she gets enough initial students there will be room for more to register after the date.
QUOTE of the week I think it’s a pretty strong sign that the Valemount business community wants an opportunity to network. Riette Kenkel
Basking in the sunlight on recent warm days makes it hard to believe that March came roaring in like a lion just over a week ago. While skiers and snowboarders sang Ullr’s praises, travellers looking to drive the Icefields Parkway had to hang around for an extra few days on the slopes. Starting bright and early on Friday, March 1, snow kept stacking up in Jasper until the morning hours on Sunday, March 3. Accumulating up to 60 cm in some areas, this was the largest snowfall of the 2012/13 season. Warm temperatures meant the snow was wet and heavy, and by Friday afternoon Parks Canada closed the northern section of the Icefields Parkway due to increasing avalanche hazard. The decision to close a road during these types of conditions is just the first step for Parks Canada’s Highways crew and Visitor Safety team. What happens next is a coordinated effort between two professional, dedicated crews. After closing gates at Valley of the Five Lakes and Saskatchewan Crossing, Parks Canada manned gates at both ends to ensure drivers that were already on the road could exit. Staff also conducted a sweep along the road, checking for vehicles at all parking lots and day-use areas and sharing information to help ensure visitors could proceed safely out of the closed area. If vehicles were unattended, employees placed a placard with information on the parked vehicle and then checked license plate numbers against our backcountry permit database. Checking back-country permits helps us keep park visitors safe by knowing where they are prior to beginning avalanche control work. Meanwhile, highway crews continued work on Highway 16 and other park roads, while also plowing the Icefields Parkway where safe to do so. When avalanche control work is required, the visitor safety team coordinates closely with the highways crew. After visitor safety triggered controlled avalanches from the ground and helicopter on Sunday, March 3,
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Parks Canada Visitor Safety triggers a controlled avalanche via helicopter.
and Monday, March 4, the highways crew was ready with two loaders and trucks for plowing and sanding. By 3 p.m. on Monday, March 4, the Icefields Parkway was re-opened with good driving conditions. While avalanche danger and avalanche control activities can necessitate emergency road closures at any time, the warmth of the spring sun over the next few weeks may call for afternoon closures, which may occur with short notice. For the most up-to-date information on road conditions and road closures, travellers can check the Alberta Road Report at 511. alberta.ca, contact Jasper National Park’s Road Report Information line at 780-852-3311, or check the Road Conditions Report on our website at www.pc.gc.ca. Parks Canada also provides daily Avalanche Bulletins to assist backcountry users in decision making. The bulletins contain timely and detailed information on current avalanche conditions and forecasts for 3 days forward, and are available on our website at www. pc.gc.ca/jasper (Avalanche Bulletins).
Thoni chosen to compete in inaugural skimo race By NICOLE VEERMAN Contributor
Reiner Thoni and his teammates Andrew McNab and Mark Smiley are heading to what organizers are billing as, “the most versatile ski event there has ever been.” The inaugural Atomic Waymaker, slated for April 6 and 7 on Dachstein massif in Austria, is limited to eight teams, all of whom had to apply and meet the criteria set out by the event’s three organizers. On his blog, The Outside Out, Thoni wrote that he and his teammates knew they were well suited for the event, but they figured it was “a long shot to get in.” Long shot or not, the team—The United States of Canada, as they’ve dubbed themselves because Smiley’s an American—made the cut. The Waymaker isn’t a timed event, like the European ski mountaineering (skimo) competitions Thoni has been competing in all season. Rather it’s a test of the entire team’s endurance, skill, creative route planning and resilience. Before the event, the team will submit a route plan to
be approved before the first day of the competition. Once the route is approved, the team is required to stick to that route, unless unforeseen weather systems cause a risk. The athletes will all be equipped with GPS watches, so the judges can keep tabs on their movements from start to finish. Teams are also required to take a photo of each climb and descent. Those photos will later be submitted to the judges with some text describing the team’s route. In Thoni’s words, the competition format “encompasses all aspects of route assessment, risk assessment, group dynamics, aesthetics, variety, technicality, vertical skied and, of course, finding those beautiful untracked lines.” So, he says, training for the event covers “everything from building quick, efficient anchors to executing that one killer photo with efficiency and creativity.” The winning team will be awarded 4,500 euros, which equates to about $6,025. To learn more about the Atomic Waymaker, visit atomicwaymaker.com, or to follow along with Thoni and his team, visit theoutsideout.blogspot.ca.
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New turbine from Germany to British Columbia By DANIEL BETTS Editor
It began its journey in Ravensburg, Germany, rode on a barge to Rotterdam, Netherlands, took a boat ride to Houston, Texas, and was shipped north. Now it sits near Valemount, taking a break, before making its way to the Mica Generating Station. The enormous turbine arrived in Valemount on March 7 and is key to the new generating units that BC Hydro is adding to its facility. The turbine is basically a large, 136.7 tonne, water wheel that will spin at 133 revolutions per minute and convert the kinetic energy of the water from Kinbasket Lake into electricity. It is 6.45 metres across and is very close to completing its 13,000 kilometre journey across land and sea. Because of its size and weight, about the same as four humpback whales, special equipment was needed to transport the enormous turbine. A 35 metre long trailer with 96 wheels was used to bring the turbine from Houston with a second truck pushing the entire distance. It took two heavy cranes to lift the equipment from the truck to its temporary resting spot. The turbine will wait near Valemount until summer when it will be barged the remaining distance to its new home at Mica Dam. Once installed the turbine will increase Mica’s generating capacity by approximately 500 megawatts, or the same amount of energy it takes to power 40,000 homes during peak demand periods.
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Above: Two cranes are used to move the turbine into a temporary resting spot near Valemount. Andrea Scholz photos
Upper right: Owen Torgerson stands on top of the turbine where it sits in its temporary location. Right: A view of the turbine from the top rim.
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Valemount to host Yellowhead Highway conference By MARIE BIRKBECK Contributor
Loranne Martin, incoming president and vice president of the TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Association (TCYHA) was in Valemount on Thursday, March 7, to make a public announcement and to congratulate Valemount on its successful bid to host the TCYHA 68th Annual Conference and AGM in 2014. Councillor Sandy Salt stated that it was almost a year– long process to get the award. When she attended the 2012 AGM in Lloydminster last April, it was announced that British Columbia would host the 2014 meeting. She came home determined to have Valemount submit a bid. When the RPF came out in November, she was ready.
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Only two communities, Prince Rupert and Valemount submitted a bid. Martin went on to say how excited she is to have the conference in our area giving us a chance to showcase what the communities along the corridor have to offer. She believes that it could provide long lasting tourism and economic benefits to the area as this will be the first visit to Western Canada for many of the delegates. Being closely linked to the Recreational Vehicle Association, the goal is to entice the delegates back in to the valley and the highway corridor. Valemount will host to up to 80 delegates plus partners during the three-day event. Provincial representatives, ministry staff, and municipal members from across all four Western provinces will gather to discuss the corridor and its
Veterinarian workshop to help identify early signs of illness By BIRGIT STUTZ Contributor
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Had a Glass 2013 – James Nevison The Raven’s Gift – Jon Turk Step Across this Line - Salman Rushdie Hatching & Brooding Your Own Chicks - Gail Damerow Wheat Belly Cookbook - William Davis
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needs. Although the actual date has not yet been confirmed, these conferences are typically held in April or May, and councillor Salt indicated that a tentative date has been set for the first week in May 2014. The bulk of the conference will be held in the Best Western Plus Valemount, with other community venues also being utilized. Partnering with village staff and Tourism Valemount, a number of activities and events will be planned for the delegates to present what Valemount and the valley corridor has to offer. Over the years the TCYHA has successfully lobbied for the building and paving of both Highway 5 & 16, and also in getting cell phone service along the highways. An organizing committee will be formed soon and will be looking for volunteers to join in the planning.
If you own horses or take care of horses, you will sooner or later be dealing with injuries and illnesses. It’s not a matter of if, but rather when. As with everything, prevention is key. Knowledge of preventative health care, as well as being able to recognize early signs of illnesses, is important. With this in mind, the Robson Valley Chapter of the Back Country Horsemen of BC (BCHBC) continues its series of educational workshops for horse owners on a variety of topics. On Saturday, March 16, the RV Chapter will host its second veterinarian workshop with local veterinarian Dr. Tom Vogel at Falling Star Ranch in Dunster. Last year Dr. Vogel gave a very informative presentation on equine first aid, as well as on common injuries and illnesses and how to treat them. The workshop was well received by both club members as well as other interested horse owners. This year’s workshop will focus on geriatric horses and common diseases. “Eventually your horse will get old, so it’s important for people to know what they should be watching for and what they might be dealing with with regards to health with older horses,” said Dr. Vogel. Dr. Vogel will also talk about common diseases, including infectious diseases, and other various conditions, such as metabolic diseases. The event is free and open to the public. Participants are asked to carpool if possible
as parking space is limited. For more information call Falling Star Ranch at 250-9686801 or by email at fallingstar@valemount.com. The RV Chapter of the BCHBC was founded in the spring of 2010. The goals of the RV Chapter are the improvement of access to both the front country and back country areas of the Robson Valley, as well as exploration and re-opening of some of the historic pack trails in the area along the Continental Divide, including advocating for improvement of trail access, and involvement in such activities as improving trail heads and staging areas, GPSing and mapping of existing trails so they are officially recognized, building new trails, and maintaining and preserving existing trails for day rides and back country excursions. The RV Chapter is open to new members, with or without horses. Membership fee is $35 per year. Please contact RV Chapter treasurer Reg Marek at 250-968-4346 if you would like to join the club.
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A small crowd of 50 people enjoyed the guitar playing abilities of Oscar Lopez on the evening of Friday, March 8, at the McBride Roundhouse Theater. Lopez, on right, is joined by long-time friend Roberto St. Martine travelling with him on tour. The next show for the Roundhouse Theater is slated for Friday, April 12, with another appearance by The June Bugs, a popular blue grass folk music group.
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Valemount challenged to walk around the world By LAURA JOHNSON Contributor
It is 49,000 kilometers, or 65 million steps to span the globe. Can a community walk this distance in just over five years? This is the challenge suggested to residents of Valemount; to walk around the world. The inaugural meeting of the Valemount walks around the world committee was on Monday, March 4. Councillor Hollie Blanchette, Dr. Stefan Du Toit, Public Health Representative Adele Ford, and Health Service Administrator Debbie Strang, make up the Healthy Community Committee. The committee is part of the larger northern health initiative to help local communities recognize and find solutions to health concerns in their own communities. The committee recognized unique concerns to Valemount included asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, or hypertension and depression, all of which can be helped with more physical activity. Walking was identified as a simple solution, which significance has been greatly undervalued, and can have a huge impact on the community. The committee had to figure out how to empower and share with the community a fun and free activity that can add years of strong healthier living to the lives of individuals and their families, which has been right here all along. Thus the idea of Valemount walking around the world was born. Community members will be asked to keep track of their steps each day and
enter them onto a website. Funding was applied for and granted, and a call went out to the public for interested folks to come to the meeting for information and to sign up to help. The Bigfoot Trail, which is easily accessible for all kinds of mobility including; baby strollers, walkers, wheelchairs, runners, folks that use canes and just about everyone, was suggested as a focal point. Some of the grant money has been used to purchase pedometers, which are devices that you can clip on to a pocket, jacket, or shoe, that will count your steps for you. The website is under construction and a giant map, that could possibly go downtown, is being developed to show the town’s progress. This isn’t just a spring project but a 5-year plan. The committee believes this plan is an effort to get activity into our daily lives and form a healthy habit, to help our children learn to be more active. It will also help the community become aware of the many health benefits that walking provides. The official launch date is set for May 4. Some of the ideas suggested included a Hawaiian day as the community walked towards the islands, and other country specific events as the community approaches them. Specific times and sign up and more information will be coming soon. If you would like to become involved, or have questions or ideas, please contact Hollie Blanchette councillor at hblanchette@valemount.ca, or give her a call at 250-566-9095.
Application for a Development Variance Permit The Council of the Village of Valemount will consider an application for a Development Variance Permit from the Valemount Public Library for the premises described as 1090 Main Street, Valemount (Legal description Lot 11, Plan 2289, District Lot 9778, Caribou Land District, except Plan H343 10662) at the Regular Council meeting on March 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount. The purpose of the Development Variance Permit is as follows: •
Allow construction of library addition within zoning setbacks
A copy of the application may be inspected at the Village Office at the above address during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, from this date through March 25, 2013.
Notice of Public Meeting Please Take Notice that a Public Hearing for “Zoning Amendment By-law No. 692, 2013” and “Zoning Amendment By-law No. 693, 2013” will be held: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 6:30 p.m. Council Chambers, Village Office 735 Cranberry Lake Road Zoning Amendment By-law No. 692, 2013 proposes to amend Zoning By-law No. 610, 2007 by adding a definition of “microbrewery” and rezoning the Central Commercial (C1) Zone to include a “microbrewery” as a permitted use. Zoning Amendment By-law No. 693, 2013 proposes to amend Zoning By-law No. 610, 2007 by updating the definition of “home occupation.” At the Public Hearing, all those persons who deem their interest in land to be affected by either of the proposed By-laws shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Please note emails will not be accepted as written submissions. Any material received before or at the Public Hearing will become public information. Zoning Amendment By-law No. 692, 2013 and Zoning Amendment By-law No. 693, 2013 will be available for viewing during regular office hours, from now until March 26, 2013 at the Village Office, 735 Cranberry Lake Road.
5 Year Financial Plan Preparation - Open House March 27, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 735 Cranberry Lake Road All interested members of the public are invited to attend the Open House. This Open House is an Information meeting regarding the Village of Valemount’s 5 Year Financial Plan Bylaw and Budget. For those who are interested and/or unable to attend the Open House, you may pick up a copy of the above mentioned at the Municipal Office during business hours from March 20 – March 27, 2013 or view the PowerPoint presentation on-line at: http://www.valemount.ca/ Laura Johnson photo
Health Service Administrator for the Robson Valley Debbie Strang sharing information and answering questions at the inaugural meeting of the Valemount walks around the world committee.
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The Summer Ambassador Program will include educating the public and businesses in reducing their water usage during the summer and to determine areas where improvements can be made to reduce water usage in the Village parks. Training will be provided. The Skills and Certifications required for this position are as follows: •
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Applicants who have completed general courses in horticulture and environmental applications may be given preference. The position offers a competitive wage. Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by mail, by e-mail or dropped off at the Village Office at 735 Cranberry Lake Road or email cao@valemount.ca Applications will be received until 4:00 PM, March 29, 2013.
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by MICHAEL O’CONNOR
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
You are in a revolutionary mood, as if suddenly. Ideally this will manifest as major and significant initiatives. Be careful not to let this energy lead you to regretful reactions. Handled well, this powerful impulse could catapult you into promising new territory. Significant change is imminent; deliberate selfcontrolled direction is required.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Many dreams and ambitions are brewing on both conscious and subconscious levels. As with dreaming, your focus may not be so clear and/or others may not be clear with you. At worst, this lack of clarity is obscuring denials and deceptions within your own mind and/or coming from others. Like entering a patch of fog while driving, proceed slowly with due caution.
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emini (May 21 – Jun 21 Shifts, changes and initiatives in your public and/or professional spheres have begun. These are leading you into new territory. Exciting exchanges with friends new and old are featured. Yet things are not as they were nor do you want them to be. You want to make a fresh start and woe to anyone preventing you from doing just that.
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Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
In terms of creative possibilities, you have hit upon a vein of gold. Your main obstacle now tends to be too much talk and not enough walk. This is certainly not the time to be a spectator. This is your cue to take the stage. Your spirit is calling. Are you willing to answer? Meditate upon what is your truth. Feel it, realize it, accept it and…action!
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
Some major events are unfolding close to home. Out with the old should be especially clear. The new is coming but is not here quite yet. The old may well include stuff or it could be habitual rhythms. In any case, beliefs and perceptions with very deep roots are losing their grip as winds of change the magnitude of hurricanes are pushing them loose.
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apricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Dreams of possibility on the wings of imagination have taken flight. Your challenge now is to make them lucid. This means clarity and close attention to details. The finishing touches often take the most time. Yet you also want to feel centered in your core, flexible and strong. A driving urge to get a firm grip will require initiative and some instruction.
ancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) New visions, perceptions, beliefs or at least imaginings have been activated. These vistas of your higher mind are allowing you to truly see. Perhaps it is your own soul, or family member’s or humanity as a whole. This inner sight might not be easy to bear, however. It takes courage, strength and responsibility. This is a call to learn how and/or perhaps to show others.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
eo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) A process of rebirth is underway. The flip side is endings. Either way, a regenerative phase has begun. Since this is destined to occur and is actually happening for you, choosing to consciously cooperate is wise. The more willing and able you are to see yourself and the world and in it, in new ways, the better. Break habits, change patterns, clear, clean and renew!
isces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) You are in the mood to assert yourself. Many new initiatives are already underway. Breaking through inner and outer resistance is essential for success. Yet, you are also wise to proceed steadily and consistently, as though setting the momentum for a long run. Your confidence levels are on the rise so advance accordingly to give them an added boost.
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A big activation of your sense of values and priorities has begun. You are very much in a foundation building period. Conversely, it may feel as though you are on the mountain scaling steep slopes. Many new perceptions are consequently stirring and you have already begun to take action upon them. Expect more of the same, much more…
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McBride Ladies Auxiliary buys new equipment for hospital By ASTRID FRAZIER Contributor
At their regular monthly meeting on Monday March 4, the McBride Ladies Auxiliary decided to purchase two items to assist with patient care and comfort for the McBride and District Hospital. With advice from local heath care providers, the auxiliary will be investing in an “Infusion Pump” which administers fluids, medications and/or nutrients into a patient’s circulatory system. The second contribution by the auxiliary is a “Bair Hugger Therapy Blanket”, which helps trauma patients who are at risk
from the dangers of hypothermia. The “blanket” helps to regulate the patient’s body core temperature and helps to reduce the frequency of complications associated with hypothermia and shock. McBride Ladies Hospital Auxiliary offered their thanks to the community, and all who contributed to the fundraisers. These efforts make valuable equipment additions possible and will assist in the provision of patient care in the Robson Valley. If you wish to be part of this volunteer organization please contact McBride Ladies Auxiliary Chairperson Pat Elliot at 250-569-0051.
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Sunday evening, March 3, at the Lodge Restaurant in McBride, approximately 200 locals were treated to an evening of authentic Indian cuisine prepared by Chef Karan Umrani. Servers wore traditional costumes of India to heighten the unique atmosphere of the event. From left to right: Christina Hughes, Nikki Sandu and Brianna Taylor.
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2002 Saturn SL, grey, 4 door sedan, 433,000 kms, manual transmission, great fuel economy. Has been a good commuter car. $800 OBO. Call Loretta 250-968-4453. GTS NOV 29
Planned or unplanned cedar lumber, any sizes. $600 per thousand board feet. Contact Albert at 250-968-4419. MAR 14 Polypipe (water lines) 3”4”6” 8” and 12” in 40 foot lengths (40% off new price), Contact 250-968-4419. MAR 14 Used power tools negotiable and 14” machinist lathe. Asking $3500. Phone 250968-4419. MAR 14 2009 Ski-doo Summit X 800, 154” track, electric start, bellypan, runs good. 3300 km $6,500 OBO Contact 250-566-1987 MAR 14 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. MAR 14
Mobile Home: Hartman’s Trailer Park 2-Bedroom with addition, wood stove and oil heat. Rental purchase optional. Asking $16,000 OBO or $500 monthly rent. Call Doug 250-566-4240 GTS NOV 15 Mobile Home: Hartman’s Trailer Park 2 bedrooms, new roof, bathroom, windows, and carpet. Pellet Stove and propane furnace. $20,000 OBO Call Nathan 250-566-5040. GTS JUNE 20
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camper with truck 1995 Wilderness 5th wheel camper 21.5 feet. Sleeps 6 people with queen size upper bed. Fridge, 4 burner stove/oven, propane heated, AM/FM stereo, shower tub, with 12 ft. awning $7,000. In great condition. 1996 Ford F-250 extended cab short box, 196,000km, truck canopy included. Asking price is $10,000 for BOTH OBO. If interested call Jocelyn 250-566-4491 (home) or 250566-1700 (cell) GTS SEPT 5
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Furnished one bedroom homes, and 3 bachelor suites in Valemount. Short-term or long-term. Contact message 250-566-9884 or email ideal4@gmail.com. MAR 14 CN APARTMENTS in Valemount- 1 & 2 BR $520 & $590 plus hydro. No pets. JUNIPER MANOR Furnished Bachelor $450 plus hydro. 2 BR $550 plus hydro. Scott 250-566-1569 MAR 14 FOR SALE OR RENT: Large 72 x 120 lot with 1000 sq. ft. 1996 mobile home. $95,000. Newer culdesac on 8th Place with underground services. Unbeatable value includes: fridge/ stove/dishwasher/washer/dryer and window coverings. Open concept dining/living area with bay window. Three bedrooms, propane heat and fully fenced w/storage shed. Phone Penni 250566-9192 or 250-684-9061 to view. GTS FEB 28
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SPECIAL EVENTS NFB Film: “The Boxing Girls of Kabul” Friday, March 15 at 7 p.m. at the McBride Library, Saturday, March 16 at 12:30 p.m. in Dome Creek and 7 p.m. at the Dunster School. A compelling journey of personal and political transformation, this film follows a group of young Afghan women as they strive to be world-class boxers where women were recently executed by the Taliban. St. Patty’s Day Dance Saturday, March 16 at the Valemount Legion Hall, more details to follow.
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.
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MONDAYS: • 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 250-566-9049. • Meditation classes at The Gathering
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Final Dunster Winter Market This will be a pot luck Easter lunch, Saturday, March 23. We will eat at 12:00. Thanks to everyone who came out to the market this winter and a special thanks to all who made soup, buns, and goodies and helped in the kitchen. Hope to see you all at the summer market!
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Soup Sandwich and Bake Sale Saturday, March 16 - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Valemount Legion Hall.
3rd Annual Chili Cook-off Sunday, April 28 at the Valemount Legion Hall, further details TBA.
Animated Shorts @ the McBride Library Friday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday, March 27 at 3 p.m. Kids – bring your parents for 45 minutes of short films from the NFB: Stories about sea turtles, Cinderella Penguin, a cuckoo clock and underwater fantasies!
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April 6, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the church
Coffee and goodies will be available. If you would like to donate to the garage sale, please contact Joan at 250-566-4270 or Gwen at 250-566-4583.
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.
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
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Seed Starting & Container Gardening @ the McBride Library on Saturday, March 23 at 10 a.m. An introductory workshop lead by Dorothy Simpson. Come get your hands dirty and get ready for spring! Crafts for Wee Ones @ the McBride Library Annex. Wednesdays in March at 10 a.m. Craft fun and activities with your preschooler. Provided by your public health nurse, infant development consultant, and local library. Funds provided by Children First.
ARE YOU READY FOR PST?
A PST transition workshop will be held in Valemount on Tuesday, March 26 from 5-7 p.m. in the Eagle’s View Room in the Best Western. A representative from British Columbia Ministry of Finance will be in attendance to discuss the process and to answer any questions you may have. For more information call Marie Birkbeck at 250.566.0061 or Linda Fry at 250.569.0138 . Sponsored by the Valemount Chamber of Commerce and the McBride Chamber of Commerce.
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Tete Jaune •
Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tete Jaune Hall.
DUNSTER • Call to place your ongoing event.
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.
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
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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.
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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“BORROWED DOWN PAYMENT MORTGAGES”
O.H.I. - TÊTE CREEK DENTAL HYGIENE
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Registered Dental Hygienist Servicing Valemount, McBride, Blue River & Jasper
Biz: 250.566.4664
IP&C/CSR Compliant – BC & AB • www.ohirdhygienist.com
Mortgage Broker services at no cost to you.
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plumbing & heating Greg McNee, Insured and Reliable Seniors: Show this ad and receive a 10% discount
cell: 250-566-1687
TRAVIS’ AUTOMOBILE SERVICE Inspection Facility, Licensed Automotive & Heavy Duty Techs. •
We specialize in: Diesel Engine Repair, 4x4 Repair, Snowmobiles, & Misc. Repairs Welding • Lathe Work • Tire Sales
945 HWY 5 N, VALEMOUNT, B.C. 250-566-8403
Shawn Fowler Authorized Dealer
Box 819, 1170 Canoe View Place Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0
Ph: 250-566-8483 C: 250-566-1725 F: 250-566-8485 shfowler@telus.net
www.wclh.com/valemount
mike’s plumbing, heating & propane service Bonded & Licensed with over 30 years experience
250-566-1536
C O N S U LTA N T S I N C .
David R. Sagan
BA, CFP, CLU, CH.F.C. Investment & Insurance Advisor • By appointment only
dave@estatefinancial.ca
P. 780-852-2121 2nd floor, (beside physio.) F. 780-423-3883 622 Connaught Dr.
TREKS & TRAVEL Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails.
chris@stolfalaw.ca
EXPLORE . DREAM . DISCOVER . TRAVEL ~ MARK TWAIN
YOUR LOCAL
Call Patricia to make your travel plans a reality. 780-852-5473 (office) or email at info@jaspertreksntravel.com
PROPANE PROVIDER
Sales Service 250-566-1324 Installation 1-800-424-6331
HINTON OPTOMETRY CLINIC Dr. Gary Watson, Dr. Monika Braun & Dr. Jennifer Goettling
OPTOMETRISTS
158 Athabasca Avenue, Hinton Office Hours: Mon., Tues., & Wed. 8 am - 5 pm Thurs. 9 am - 6 pm; Fri. 8 am - 4 pm
FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL 1-800-323-9891
Eyewear & sunglasses also available at: Rocky Mountain Eye Wear • Parks West Mall • 780-865-3011
Robson Valley ConstRuCtion
& Redi Mix ConCRete General Contractor: residential & commercial Excavation: clearing, driveways & septic systems Concrete: redi mix concrete, finish work, stamps, forming • Gravel sales
P.o. box 474 Mcbride, bC V0J2e0 250-569-2593
SandS diStribution Ltd
HuSky oiL Limited Cardlock and bulk plant facility Fuel truck for all your delivery needs
Solar Hot Water SyStemS • CanSAI Certified • Registered with SolarBC
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
10 am to 4 pm
part of Edson Funeral Home Ltd.
Foothills Memorial Chapel Represented by
H. A. (Sandy) ROBINSON 780-852-4527 If no answer phone: 780-852-3699 P.O. Box 6358, Edson, Alberta T7E 1T8
845 Cedarside rd. Valemount BC Phone: 250-566-4818 or 1-866-566-4818 Fax: 250-566-4815
Rex’s Recycling Closed - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
JASPER PARK FUNERAL SERVICES FOOTHILLS CREMATORIUM
W NE RS U HO
Garn • Smokeless Hydronic Wood Heaters
Now offering full refund on all beer bottles and cans. Pickups can be arranged - Call Liz or Kim Everard:
Solar, Wind • and Micro Hydro Electric Systems
250•566•9111
R E D U C E - R E U S E - R E C YC L E
www.rockymountainsolar.ca 250-968-4490 P.O. Box 913 McBride, BC V0J 2E0
“Semper Fidelis” www.edsonfuneralhome.com edfun@telusplanet.net
The Funeral Service Association of Canada
HAUGK HOME DESIGNS & RENOVATIONS Licenced Journeyman with over 30 years experience • Kitchen • Bath • Doors • Windows • Cabinets • Floors • Tiles • Painting • Vinyl Decking and more Call Andreas 250-569-0004 c: 250-981-0457 / ahaugk@telus.net
Ph: 250-569-7404 Fax: 250-569-3103
BIG IRON TRANSPORT 7 & 8 AxlE lOwBEdding
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Allan Frederick photos
The annual McBride Figure Skating Carnival was held on Saturday, March 9 with a great turnout of the community.
Everytime is a Good time at the
Gigglin’ Grizzly Neighbourhood Pub Laura Johnson photos
Jaxson and Kaleb Black shake the hand of the man who gave up his time and machinery on Monday to save their pussycat who had been stuck in a tree for 2 days. Tyler Fowler from Whisper Creek Log Homes, was happy to lend a hand. With temperatures dropping, and no way of getting water or food to Smokey, Bonnie Black and her family were becoming very worried. Smokey and her family can rest easy now. Smokey the cat after her rescue, is happy to be once again in the arms of her loving caring family.
Advantage Insurance Services Ltd. Your best insurance is an insurance broker 433 Main St, McBride, BC
1.888.611.5557
The Gigglin’ Grizzly pub serves up good food, good drinks & good times! Regulars & tourists join for fun & relaxation
Experience Great Food
250-569-0101
600 First Avenue, McBride, BC
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8995 Loos Road Crescent Spur, Bc • Beautifully forested wilderness with spectacular scenery • Lake, stream, wildlife • 3 bedroom log home on approx 180 acres
349,000
5361 Mountain View Rd $247,000 McBride, Bc
4310 Hwy 16 E McBride, Bc
295,000
1745 Red Tail Road McBride, Bc
• 40 acre great productive small farm • Water rights on creek • Outbuildings & garden area • Roomy mobile w/addition
259,000
1111 McBride Crescent McBride, Bc
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1520 Dorval Road McBride, Bc • Over 4,000 square feet • 4/5 bedrooms, 3 baths • Vaulted ceiling • Over 2 acres minutes from McBride
1970 Cranberry Place $499,000
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8547 Loos Road crescent spur, Bc
• Immaculate 2 storey, 3 bedroom home •Extra large lot .91 acre • Desirable location • Priced to sell
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1096 Juniper Street
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Museum Road McBride, Bc
• 353 acres - off the grid • Extensive Fraser River frontage •Refurbished heritage home
349,000
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ValeMount, Bc • 3600 sq ft home • Large spacious rooms • Immaculate executive home • Endless outdoor features!
• 60 acres - good access • 200 amp power to property • Some pasture and fencing • Container for storage
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• Great for horses or hobby farm • 20 acres backs onto Crown Land • 4 bedroom, 3 bath home • Log cabin & outbuildings
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• Bottle/Recycling depot • Everything you need to start your business!
• 3 acres with 1700 sq ft house • Hardwood floors, rock fireplace, custom kitchen • Detached shop with studio suite and solarium • Greenhouse, fruit trees & shrubs.
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Irene Berndsen
225,000
4227 Mountain View Rd. McBride, Bc • 5 acres - sunny exposure, small creek •Large country home - 4 BDRM 2 BATH • Hot tub, decks & great view • Good condition, minutes from McBride
1430 King Road $225,000 ValeMount, BC
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• 7.9 acres minutes from McBride with good access • Nicely treed with good building sites • Power & phone nearby
• 4.7 acres w/Village water • Well maintained mobile • Large shop & outbuildings • Great gardens
250-569-7397 Irene Berndsen
325 Sunnyview Rd ValeMount, BC
• Private 5 acre parcel • End of the road - adjoins crown land • Excellent views
ireneb@royallepage.ca
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REDUCE CUTE & COZY
IMMACULATE LIKE NEW MOBILE
2 Bedroom - New paint Garage - Extra big lot $145,000
2 bdrm - 2 bath - vaulted ceilings Modern kitchen - open concept- fenced yard $119,000 - Located in a quiet park
SO MUCH LUXURY!
This spectacular Whisper Creek Log Home is over the top with 2900 sq ft on 3 floors! Call for details!
ROOM FOR HORSES!
5 Bedrooms - Huge home- Huge potential Massive shop - Barn- 4.69 acres
$499,000
PICTURE PERFECT VIEWS!
CABIN IN THE MOUNTAINS!
5 bedrooms - 2 bath - Island kitchen 2.5 acres - Guest cabin - Private yard
Over 4 acres - Approx 800 sq ft incl. loft You finish & save money - Great Retreat! $159,900
$419,900
6 BEDROOM LOG HOME Big kitchen - Brick fireplace 2 Lots - 3 levels
$329,000
PERFECT STARTER
3 bedroom - New bath - New roof Lots of renos - New deck $169,000
LOTS & ACREAGES
MULTIPLE REVENUE PROPERTY 3 rental units -Good investment Large paved parking - Two buildings $189,000
SERVICED TOWN LOTS $37,900 ACREAGES 1 ACRE - 5 ACRES $69,000 - $149,000 CHECK OUT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
Call Tammy TODAY for more information on these properties and more. Tammy Van de Nobelen Owner & Sales Associate
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Cell: 250.566.1025 • Office: 250.566.0021 - 1418 Bruce Place, Valemount, BC
RIVERFRONT ACREAGE
Extensive river frontage and views Commercial Zoning - Cozy Mobile $369,000 Jeannette Townsend Managing Broker