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Ballfest 2013 took over the Invermere Crossroads ball-park this past weekend from Friday, July 19th through to Sunday, July 21st. The sixth instalment of the annual mixed slo-pitch tournament was already a hit leading up to the weekend, with regista-tion fi lling up well before the tournament began. Profi ts from the event will be used to upgrade the ballpark. For more photos from the tour-nament and other weekend events, turn to pages A10 and A11.

Despite a higher rate of drinking water being used, Radium Hot Springs has made substantial upgrades

over the past four years to save millions of litres of water. "� e Village of Radium Hot Springs has reduced

gross community water consumption by 27 per-cent since 2009," stated a July 9th press release is-sued by the village. "� at is equivalent to 116 mega litres or 116,000,000 litres of water saved annually."

� ree reasons were cited as the top contribu-tions towards the massive reduction: better man-agement of municipal irrigation systems; village

workers located and repaired leaking within the distribution system; and water utility sta� were pro-vided with speci� c training on water loss management.

Radium Hot Springs is a part of the Columbia Ba-sin Water Smart Initiative, which provides support to participating regional districts, municipalities and First Nations to assess and address their local water

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Village grateful to Columbia Basin Trust for expertise and support

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Dialysis petition heads to Victoria

A petition with almost 1,000 signa-tures against removing the dialysis unit from the Invermere & District Hospital has made its way into the hands of Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald.

Mr. Macdonald, who met with In-terior Health president and CEO Dr. Robert Halpenny on July 10th to dis-cuss the controversial health care service removal, told The Valley Echo he'll be taking the petition to Victoria.

"We'll enter it into the legislature," he said. "It's a significant number of people — I think there are 937 names on it."

His meeting with Dr. Halpenny was "encouraging," Mr. Macdonald said. "He completely familiar with (the issue). No promises, but he'll put fresh eyes onto it."

The Valley Echo reported on July 10th that equipment from the Invermere dialysis unit — the reverse osmosis unit — had already been moved to Sparwood Hospital and it was just a matter of scheduling before the rest of the equipment followed.

Mr. Macdonald also had a meeting scheduled with B.C. Health Minister

Terry Lake for Monday, July 22nd, and encourages members of the public, even those who have signed the peti-tion, to take the time to either phone into the ministry or write emails, and continue to push the issue.

"We're into a period where there are going to be more health care cuts in-evitably simply because of the budget that was presented," he said. "There is a growth in the amount of money that's going to be spent on health care and there is a growth in the money that is coming to Interior Health, but it doesn't match the cost pressures."

What this means is that inevitably the government will be looking for cost savings and, in the past, rural B.C. — especially smaller communi-ties in rural B.C. — have been hit par-ticularly hard, he said.

"These services are important, not only to the health of the popula-tion, but there's an economic impor-tance to them as well," Macdonald said. "People move to communities that have good education and good health, and are reticent to do so if they see those services being diminished."

"We really have to be clear that these are services we value and that collec-tively we're going to fight for them."

The petition was organized by friends of Kirt Sellers, one of the two patients receiving dialysis treatments in Invermere when IHA announced the unit would be leaving the valley.

"I went around town, I talked mostly to the business community," said one of the petition organizers, who wishes to remain anonymous. "I realize that this is emergency equipment, a life support system, and I don't under-stand what Victoria and Kamloops don't get about that."

"The distances (IHA expects dialysis patients to now drive) are unbeliev-able when your health is compro-mised and you have a chronic illness," she said. "This is infrastructure that has been here for a very long time and we can't have it taken away."

The petition is mainly signed by resi-dents of the Columbia Valley, from Canal Flats through to Radium Hot Springs, said Mr. Macdonald.

"So the petition is significant if you think about the number of residents we have in the lower valley," he said. "Of course it impacts us here in Gold-en as well, although not as directly be-cause we don't have somebody local who is using it right now, but we're in the service area."

According to Mr. Macdonald, Golden council has passed a motion against the unit's removal and has sent a letter, there has been unani-mous concern by all local govern-ments in the Columbia Valley, and the East Kootenay Hospital in Cranbrook has also indicated they have a prob-lem with the decision.

"We can win this," said Mr. Macdonald.

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conservation needs, and plan for the most locally e� ective actions to reduce community wide water con-sumption, according to the website.

One bene� t to signing onto the ini-tiative is the connection with Colum-bia Basin Trust (CBT).

"CBT has provided access to exper-tise that would be challenging to fund on an individual municipal basis," Village of Radium Hot Spring CAO Mark Read told � e Valley Echo. "� e real strength, however, lies in the networking, sharing and collabora-tion that has occurred between mu-nicipalities under CBT guidance and direction."

Because of its geography, Radium has a natural advantage when it comes to distributing its water.

"We are blessed with a very e� cient system in Radium in which our water is moved by gravity, not pumps. As such, our treatment costs are primar-ily related to the costs of the chemi-cals (i.e. chlorine) used to treat the water," Mr. Read said, stating approx-imately $3,000 as the annual chlori-nation costs.

� e biggest challenge to the village comes seasonally.

"Lawn watering and other outdoor use is a major contributor to peak de-mand, which is when water use is at its highest. Seasonal visitors and tem-perature/precipitation variability also have a strong in� uence on peak de-

mand in Radium," Mr. Read said. "By reducing both indoor and outdoor contributions to peak water demand in summer months, Radium residents and visitors can reduce their impact on the water supply, distribution, and treatment infrastructure."

� rough 2013 and 2014, Radium will also be upgrading its water mainline and tracking usage more e� ectively to support enhanced utility operations.

"We are continuing to implement improvements to our water treat-ment and distribution system, with a district metering system as our next project," said Mr. Read.

� e Water Smart initiative plans to reduce gross community water con-sumption by 20 per cent among par-ticipating communities by 2015.

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Feds deliver funding for Canadian Rockies International Airport

Runway conditions at Cranbrook's airport will be broad-cast to pilots immediately starting this winter, thanks to federal government funding.

On � ursday, July 18, Kootenay Columbia MP David Wilks announced $33,715 in funding for Canadian Rock-ies International Airport to allow it to purchase tablet-type devices and a software program for a runway condition re-porting system.

“� e Canadian Rockies International Airport is a vital gateway for local residents, businesses, trade and tour-ism,” said MP Wilks. “� is funding will enhance the safety of all those who use this airport, especially the communi-ties and businesses in this region.”

Tristen Chernove, managing director of the airport, said the funding will mean improved safety and e� ciency for runway reporting.

“It's a tool that allows us to transmit our runway surface conditions during winter operations onto the internet im-mediately and directly from the vehicle where the obser-vations are being taken,” he explained.

Currently, airport technicians will check runway condi-tions in winter to create visual reports and friction read-

ings using a special device on the vehicle that measures friction at di� erent intervals along the runway.

Once those � gures have been collected, the technicians-drives to the � ight services building, walks upstairs and gives the piece of paper to � ight services sta� , who then must � nd time between communicating with pilots to in-put the data.

“� is system allows the operator of the vehicle to immedi-ately input the information digitally, which goes directly onto the internet and is accessible by pilots,” Chernove explained.

As well as being faster, the new system leaves fewer op-portunities for human error because there is less handling.

“� e Canadian Rockies International Airport is a vital economic catalyst for the Kootenay Region,” said Wayne Stetski, Mayor of Cranbrook. “� e City of Cranbrook ap-preciates that the federal government continues to invest in airports through ACAP.”

� e funding was made available through the govern-ment's Airports Capital Assistance Program (ACAP). � rough this program, the government has given Cran-brook's airport more than $8 million for 13 projects.

“� e positive for me is most of all about the continued sup-port and successful relationship between the levels of gov-ernment and the agreed-upon importance of the economic engine of the airport, the catalyst that we are,” said Chernove.

“While this particular grant is not a huge sum of money, it represents the federal government, which controls these regulations, being prepared to help us implement the reg-ulations.”

MP David Wilks announces $33,000 in funds for safer runway reporting system

SALLY MACDONALDCranbrook Daily Townsman

ECHO FILE PHOTOThe Canadian Rockies International Airport in Cranbrook as seen from the air. The airport has just received substantial federal funding for upgrades.


Behind the WheelUpdate your DrivingSkills and Knowledge

How Heavy is Your Camper?One of my friends stopped to visit last weekend and showed me his truck and camper. You should write about this because people need to know how to be safe he said. He had switched from a one ton truck with single rear tires to one with dual rear tires. It made a big difference in stability and gave him a larger margin between the actual weight and the maximum weight allowed for the vehicle.

He had done his research because he knew that he had to weigh the fully loaded unit and then make sure that the weight on each axle and the total weight could not exceed the amounts shown on the vehicle’s capacity decal. He also knew that there was a maximum weight shown on the sidewalls of his tires and that the axle weights must not exceed the tire capacities.

You can have your vehicle weighed free of charge at any government weigh scale, often at any time of the day, whether the scale is open or not. Simply position the front axle on the scale pad, record the weight, repeat for the rear axle and then add the two � gures for the total. An RV dealer warned me once that camper manufacturers often under reported the unit’s weight and all of the food, water, camping equipment and other supplies added more weight than people realize. Using a scale is the only way to be sure.

Vehicles that fail to obey weight rules will be ordered off of the highway by police or Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement personnel. They must be unloaded suf� ciently to comply before they may proceed again. There is also the possibility of � nes in addition to the removal order.

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College of the Rockies welcomes new leadership

Those who venture into the backcountry for work or for fun no longer need to contend with fold-out topographical maps flapping annoyingly in the wind, getting soaked by rain or ripping and tearing with frequent use.

GeoBC recently came out with a series of free, high-resolution topographical maps designed to be used on mobile devices. Users of the new Terrain Resource Information Management (or TRIM) map set will be able to zoom in quickly to closely examine small features without loos-ing the maps’ considerable detail.

"The maps are an updated version of some older free raster maps we had; they just make it easier to use in mobile devices, so we're just adding another aspect to the base mapping products that are freely available to the public," GeoBC base mapping and cadastral section manager Brad Hlasny told The Valley Echo.

The series includes more than 7,000 maps (at a scale of 1:20,000) that cover all of British Columbia. They feature elevation contours, roads, railways, airports, transmission lines, urban and other built-up areas, municipal and regional boundaries, lakes, waterways, wetlands, forests, backcountry trails, camp-grounds, coastlines, parks and other protect-ed areas. Another series at a scale of 1:250,000 is in development.

In remote, rural areas where web-based ap-plications such as Google Maps are not avail-able but cellphone coverage is, the maps may prove particularly useful. The maps series can be downloaded as PDF files from GeoBC’s Base Map Online Store (or through its KML viewer) to any computer and then transferred to mo-bile devices such as smartphones or tablets.

If using mobile devices with GPS, viewers will be able to see their location and track their movements on the maps. The feature could save time by allowing backcountry-based pro-fessionals (such as Search and Rescue work-ers, biologists, miners, geologist and foresters) to plot points of interest and add annotated notes, sketches or diagrams on separate layers using a standard PDF reader.

"We've had quite a bit of positive reaction, mainly by industry users, not so much recre-ational," said Mr. Hlasny, adding Search and Res-cue groups have expressed concern the maps will cause more people to get lost in the backcountry.

"The Province doesn't suggest that people rely on their mobile devices," he said. "Be smart out in the bush; always take a compass and a paper map."

GeoBC provides geospatial consultation ser-vices to government departments across Can-ada, but its base map products are available free to the public through the organization’s website at www.geobc.gov.bc.ca.

"What's next is to strip away some of the sur-round on the maps (indexes, etc.) and provide only the picture so people will be able to tile them together," said Mr. Hlasny. "There will definitely be more products to come."

The College of the Rockies, which has branches in several East Kootenay communities, including Inver-mere, recently appointed David Walls as its seventh president and chief executive officer.

“I am delighted to have been selected as the next president of the college. The enthusiasm and pride for the College exhibited by everyone I met during the selection process was both gratifying and infectious,” said Mr. Walls in a press release.

Mr. Walls will take over the position at the college’s main campus, in Cranbrook, on August 19th. The col-lege’s board and a 16-member search committee (made up of board members, senior administrators, manage-ment and support staff as well as instructors) spent six months in search for somebody to replace outgoing president and chief executive officer Nick Rubidge.

Mr. Rubidge is stepping down after 12 years as Col-lege of the Rockies president and 40 years of working in B.C. post-secondary education.

“The focus of the search process was to secure a president with the experience, leadership qualities and vision to build upon the college’s achievements and take the innovative spirit of the school to addi-tional heights,” said board chair Orest Federko in a

press release. “Mr. Wells displayed to us his passion for post-secondary education and student success and has given us confidence in his ability to lead a consultative process which will set a strategic course for our future.”

The incoming president has worked in post-second-ary education for some time. Most recently Mr. Walls was provost and vice president academic at the Sas-katchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technolo-

gy (SIAST) and before that had worked at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), where among other roles he was dean of energy and natural resourc-es and dean of mechanical trades and technologies.

“Mr. Walls is experienced in strategic management and institutional growth, has led the development of market-driven education and training, is skilled in building innovative partnerships and successful teams, has an entrepreneurial flair and leads with a consultative style,” said Mr. Federko.

The new president has served as board chair of the Saskatoon Trades and Skills Centre and as a board member of both the Saskatchewan Academic Health Sciences Network and the International Mining Inno-vation Institute. He has a Master’s degree in science, welding technology and management from Aston University in Birmingham, England and a Bachelor’s degree of technology and metallurgy from Brunel University in Uxbridge, England.

“The College of the Rockies has earned a solid repu-tation for innovation and growth. I’m excited to have the opportunity and privilege to lead this great insti-tution into a future I have no doubt will be filled with amazing opportunities and interesting challenges,” said Mr. Walls. “I’m looking forward to living and working in this beautiful region of B.C. and experienc-ing the wonderful Kootenay communities served by the College.”

The college has also appointed Russell Workun as its new dean of instruction. Mr. Workun will also join the college in August and will be responsible for the trades and apprenticeships, timber frame, adult basic educa-tion, office administration and fire training programs.

Provincial topo maps go mobile

President Nick Rubidge steps down after 12 years, replacement found after six-month search

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GeoBC jumps on technology and modernizes its maps

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submitted photoThe new College of the Rockies president, David Walls.


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People who insist on refusing new wire-less electrical meters can keep their old mechanical meter as long as it lasts, if they pay a monthly fee, Energy Minister Bill Bennett announced Thursday, July 18th.

Customers can keep their mechani-cal meters until they break down, their Measurement Can-ada accuracy seal expires or the cus-tomer relocates, the ministry said in a statement.

The mechanical meter option is added to an earlier compro-mise with BC Hydro customers who still don’t have a digital smart meter, which transmits power con-sumption and sta-tus via radio signals. Customers can have a digital meter with its transmission func-tion turned off, or

keep their old meter, as long as they pay the cost of having the meter read manually.

Bennett said the cost of meter read-ing will be about $20 a month. Customers who accept a deac-tivated smart meter will also pay a fee of about $100 to have it adjusted.

The fee to keep a mechanical meter will be higher, be-cause it will require a separate system to manually record and bill for power con-sumption, Bennett said.

NDP energy critic John Horgan said he is pleased that the proposed fees will be reviewed by the B.C. Utilities Com-mission before being implemented. The opt-out provision should have been made available from the start, instead of

rushing to meet the government’s artifi-cial deadline to in-stall smart meters, Horgan said.

BC Hydro reports that 60,000 smart meter installations have been delayed due to customer re-quest, while 1.8 mil-lion or 96 per cent of customers now have a functioning smart meter.

Some people per-sist in the belief that the radio signals from smart meters are a health hazard, despite the fact that the periodic meter signals represent a tiny fraction of the radio frequency ex-posure from a mobile phone call.

Bennett said me-chanical meters are obsolete, and even-tually every customer will have a smart me-ter, whether it trans-mits or not.

“When somebody’s analog meter wears out, stops working or comes to the end of its useful life, there are no analog meters to reinstall,” Bennett said. “You can’t buy them anywhere.”

Keep your old BC Hydro power meter, for a fee

Power pole at bottom of Athalmer hill felled by westbound truck, driver treated for injuries

TOM FLETCHERBlack Press

The District of Invermere lost power for a few hours last week when a driver who may have had some kind of sudden medical problem hit a power pole.

On Thursday, July 11th at 6:18 a.m., a 64-year-old Alberta man was driving westbound down the Athalmer hill in a 2007 Ford F-150 on Laurier Avenue, when his pickup veered left and crashed into a hydro pole near Huckleberry's Family Restaurant, shearing off the pole. The driver complained of a medical issue and no evidence of braking was discovered. He was taken to the hospital and treated for his injuries.

“We think he did have some kind of issue because there was no evi-dence of braking or any other signs of attempted evasion, the driver just went straight into the pole,” said Staff Sgt. Shehovac, adding that no results had come back to confirm this possibility, but that it is cer-tainly part of the investigation.

The scene was attended by fire and ambulance services, as well as BC Hydro. Power resumed shortly after the accident.

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When The Valley Echo received a short press release back in January about a decision by Interior Health to close the dialysis unit at the Invermere & District Hospital, it's probably not too far a stretch to say that a large per-centage of valley residents were most likely unaware that treatment for kidney failure was even available at their local hospital, and has been for the past 18 years.

Fast forward six months and almost 1,000 people are putting their foot down and de-manding, by way of petition, that the unit stays. A remarkable number considering the valley's population sits somewhere between 6,000 and 9,000 year-round.

Dialysis treatments are primarily used as an artificial replacement for lost kidney function in people with renal failure, a medical condi-tion in which the kidneys fail to adequately filter waste products from the blood. Despite the fact that two individuals were requiring the service at the time of the announcement, IH argues there are not enough patients with renal failure in Invermere and the surround-ing area to make it worthwhile. Besides, they say, they're having trouble staffing it.

The whittling away of health services in small communities cannot be the answer if these de-cisions cause added stress and inconvenience.

And, as MLA Norm Macdonald points out, there is not only a health concern around the removal of the unit, but an important econom-ic aspect as well. If one long-established piece of health infrastructure with a history of benefit to its community can be removed by a central-ized body without acknowledging any seri-ous potential drawbacks, what's next? This is the question that's on everyone's minds. How ironic that a region slated for a major economic boost is seeing cutbacks of this kind.

It remains to be seen how effective the peti-tion and Mr. Macdonald's powers of persua-sion will be. Regardless of the outcome, it's alarming IH has travelled so far down this path against a community's wishes to the point where people doubt their health author-ity has their best interests in mind.

Dialysis not a done deal yet


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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Editor's note: The following three letters were sent to the B.C. Health Minister Terry Lake and copied to The Valley Echo for publication.

(1) Dear Minister Lake:

I am a resident in the Columbia Valley and I support the re-opening of the Invermere Dialysis Unit.

My husband and I chose to live in this beautiful valley and have learned that, medically speaking, we have to travel to Cranbrook or Calgary to receive more than regular family doctor care. These trips (three-hour return to Cranbrook, seven-hour return to Calgary) are stressful and time con-suming. Imagine having to do those journeys three times a week! This is what faces patients who require dialysis.

Families are having to relocate as a result of this imposed travelling. Visitors and part-time residents from other provinces who used to receive dialysis treatment in Inver-mere can no longer come to the Columbia Valley. This has serious repercussions on tourism and our economy. These visitors paid enough in fees to cover much of the cost to Interior Health to keep the service going.

It is important that Health Care be available to all resi-dents of B.C.

It does not make sense to close this unit and force resi-dents to move away due to long travel times.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this urgent matter.

Maureen ThorpeWindermere

(2) Dear Minister Lake: I am a resident of the Columbia Valley and I support the

re-opening of the Invermere Dialysis Unit. Dialysis patients from the Invermere area are now having to travel many hours to Cranbrook for treatment. The return drive is more than three hours — a trip that must be taken three times a week. Dialysis patients who were receiving treatment in In-vermere, but could not manage to drive to Cranbrook every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, have been forced to move from this area. As a result, Interior Health now says that there are not enough patients to keep the unit open. Visitors and part-time residence from other provinces who used to receive dialysis treatment in Invermere can no longer come to the Columbia Valley. This has serious repercussions on tourism and our economy. And these visitors paid enough in fees to cover much of the cost to Interior health to keep this service going. It does not make sense to close this unit, and is not fair to force dialysis patients from this area to trav-el such long distance for treatment.

David Pettigrew & Beverly MeyersInvermere

(3) Dear Hon. Terry Lake, Minister of Health:

Invermere does not deserve to have any further cut-backs to our health services. Removal of the Dialysis Unit is UN-ACCEPTABLE! Such action causes immeasurable hard-ship to people who are already suffering from a disease

Residents appeal to B.C.Health Minister

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Word on the StreetWhat did you enjoy the most about Valley Appreciation Day?

I LIKED THE GOLF STAND AND THE MU-SIC BY THE FATHER/SON DUO (MARTY & ELI BEINGESSNER).

—CAITLIN

I REALLY ENJOYED THE FARMERS' MARKET BEING ON THE MAIN STREET. I THINK IT BRINGS MORE PEOPLE INTO THE BUSINESSES.

—SUSAN

LOTS OF HAPPY PEOPLE. DAVE MCGRATH WAS AN EXCELLENT MC. THE BREAKFAST WAS GREAT. I REALLY LIKE HOW TENTS WERE ON BOTH SIDES OF THE STREET, OPENING THE DOWNTOWN UP.—BRAD BLAKLEY

or condition that makes life di� cult for them. Such treatment is vital to their very lives. Reopen the Invermere Dialysis Unit immediately — it is the only acceptable option for our community.

Sincerely,

Dalphine van de WalleInvermere

Editor's note: � is letter was sent to the Sooke News Mirror and copied to � e Valley Echo for publication.

Dear Editor:

I am responding to the July 10, 2013 op-ed ‘Hydro rate hikes, tip of the iceberg’ by John Horgan. Stable and secure power is fundamental to growing a strong economy which is why we are investing in new and ex-isting hydro infrastructure. While Mr. Horgan asserts there is no business case for

a nation building project like the Northwest Transmis-sion Line, a line that will bring power to a huge part of the province currently running o� diesel generators, our government believes investments such as this are exactly what BC Hydro should be doing. � is project will open up world class mineral deposits and support new mines, like Red Chris, one of the top 10 copper and gold deposits in the world. In fact, the Mining As-sociation of BC estimates the line could attract more than $15 billion in mining investment, creating up to 10,000 jobs and generating $300 million in annual tax revenues. None of this happens unless we build the line to provide the power these mines need. We need to ensure we have a diverse grid that can pro-vide reliable power today, and into the future. � at’s why we continue to support new, cleaner sources of power such as wind and run of river. Do these sources produce power at a higher cost than what our heritage assets do? Of course they do. Like most other things, it costs more today to produce power than it did decades ago. But these sources are cleaner than alternatives such as coal or gas and less expensive than building brand new hy-droelectric dams. In the nineties the NDP government made virtually no investments in Hydro infrastructure and did little

to maintain BC Hydro’s assets. � eir idea of a sound investment was a power plant in Pakistan. We have taken a di� erent approach. We are investing in proj-ects that are powering our needs today and ensuring we will have the power we need for our future. � e unprecedented opportunity in Lique� ed Natural Gas and other growing sectors such as mining must be supported with stable, secure power. � is is what we are building. You can’t make these kinds of legacy investments that will bene� t all British Colombians without putting pressure on rates. Contrary to some reports, BC Hydro is managing their capital projects within their planned budget. � ere are a couple of projects over budget but most are under budget. I have been very clear that my mandate, as given to me by the Premier, is to minimize rate increases while con-tinuing to make historic investments in Hydro’s infra-structure to grow our economy. I am committed to ac-complishing this goal. Sincerely,

Honourable Bill BennettMinister of Energy and Mines(Responsible for Core Review)

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Hydro investments grow economy

After climate scientist-turned-Green Party MLA Dr. Andrew Weaver had a taste of debate in the B.C. legislature, I asked him for his impressions on that and other issues. (Dr. Weaver is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society, the American Meteoro-logical Society and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. In 2008, he was appointed to the order of British Columbia, and has served on numerous national and international committees.) Excerpts from that discussion:

TF: You did a study comparing burning all the world’s coal reserves and all oil reserves, showing how big coal really is. � e federal government says that when you add up what’s actually being used in North America, carbon emissions from coal are about 30 times more than from oil.

Now we have a symbolic coal export ban in Van-couver, which doesn’t apply to Port Moody or Point Roberts or Prince Rupert. Do you think there’s any signi� cance to this?

AW: � ere is no question that the biggest is-sue around is coal, because coal use is on the rise world-wide. Not in the United States, because they’re converting [power production] to natural gas. � is is why American producers are saying, let’s ship it to Asia. California says no, Oregon says no, Washington says no. Vancouver says no, British Columbia, not sure.

It’s pushing us to start thinking about what I think is going to be the greatest industrial revolution the

world has ever seen, which is transformation of energy systems away from our combustion ap-proach, which is essentially what we’ve been doing since we were in caves. We’ve gone from burning wood to now fossil wood, and fossil plants and fossil algae, to a much more modern era of produc-tion of energy through natural means, solar, wind, geothermal etc.

TF: Liqui� ed natural gas. � e NDP says they are absolutely in favour of that now.

AW: I have questioned the economics of it from day one. � ere’s a market di� erential that exists now. � ere’s that small window because Japan is moving from nuclear to natural gas. But we’re way behind everyone else.

TF: � irty years ago, Japan played Australia and B.C. o� for metallurgical coal. � ose northeast B.C. coal mines are back up and running again, but you’re seeing a similar thing here?

AW: Yes. And if we start shipping natural gas to Asia … the Asian price comes down, the North American price goes up. British Columbians

haven’t been told that.TF: How has the legislature session been for you?AW: I sit there and watch the two parties. Rhetori-

cal question, condescending answer. Rhetorical question, condescending answer. And I hope more British Columbians watch this, because this needs to change. And I think it can change.

TF: � e NDP opposition decides when you and Delta South Independent Vicki Huntington get your occasional moments in question period?

AW: Yes, and if I’ve asked it’s been no problem.TF: Grudgingly no doubt. If the NDP had their

way, the closest Green Party member would be in Holland.

AW: [Laughs] Yes. Certainly not in North America. � ere’s this sense of entitlement within the NDP to the ‘green’ vote. And I sense that the BC Liber-als very much like our existence, as being not NDP. � e reality is, we take as many Liberal votes, if not more. It’s because what it means to be ‘green’ has moved out of what the NDP view as green, which is a tree hugger. It’s kids going to school, talking about conservation, and going home to talk to their par-ents. � at's where our votes are coming from.

TF: Are you going to be found standing in front of a coal train any time soon?

AW: No, never. � ey asked me to, and I said no, because I don’t believe in civil disobedience.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. He can be reached at t� [email protected].

Green MLA on coal and controversyB.C. Views — Tom Fletcher

“It's pushing us to start thinking about what I think is going to be the greatest industrial revolution the world has ever seen, which is transformation of our energy systems away from our combustion approach... ”


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THURS JULY 25•Junior Naturalists pro-gram for kids 6 – 12 yrs. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Red-streak Campground. Pre-register at 250-347-6525 or [email protected]. Runs every Th ursday, Friday and Saturday in July & August.•Bike around the Lake with the Summit Youth Centre, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

FRI JULY 26•Karaoke night at the Summit Youth Centre, 5 - 10:30 p.m..•Hard Drive performs at Th e Station pub, 10 p.m. Classic rock band. No cover.

SAT JULY 27•Edgewater Legion Open Market, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.. To book a table call Vi at 250-347-0044.•Zelda Nelson art dem-onstration at Eff usion Art Gallery, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 250-341-6877, ef-fusionartgallery.com.•Hard Drive performs at Th e Station pub, 10 p.m. Classic rock band. No cover.

SUNDAY JULY 28•Wild Nature Tours: Slowly down the Co-lumbia. Starts at 1 p.m. Call 250-341-7235 for more details.

TUES JULY 30• Windermere Valley Museum's summer children's program: Lawman. Solve a mys-tery at the museum. 10:30 am. - 12 p.m. at the museum. Admis-sion by donation.

WED JULY 31•Make a duct tape wal-let with the Summit Youth Centre, 5 - 10:30 p.m.

FRI AUGUST 2•Swimming at Radium Hot Springs with the Summit Youth Centre, 7 p.m. Sign up by Aug 1 to participate.

SAT AUGUST 3•Free Family Fun. Movie in the Park: � e Croods. Fun starts at 8:30 p.m., movie starts at 10 p.m. at Pothole Park. Check www.in-vermere.net for more details.

SUN AUGUST 4•6th Annual Tour of the Arts, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. More than 35 artists displaying work along 7th Ave, from Pothole

Park to Pynelogs. Tour passports $20 available at Village Arts, Essen-tials, Crossroads Col-lective, Pynelogs, Meet on Higher Ground (Radium) and La Gale-ria (Fairmont). Grand prize draw for visiting all 3 tour sites. For more info, call 250-342-4423 or go online to www.co-lumbiavalleyarts.com.•Invermere Music Fest. Waterfront music festi-val at Kinsmen Beach greenspace, 4 - 10 p.m. Live music, food, Ar-rowhead beer garden. $35 until July 25, regu-lar price $40. Tickets available at Arrowhead Brewery, Th e Book Bar, Syndicate Boardshop & Pynelogs.

EVERY SUNDAY•Fairmont Farmer's Market, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.•Drop-in roller skating, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., $5, Glacier Peaks Gymnas-tics building, 250-342-5321•Radium Seniors’ Car-pet Bowling, 1:30 p.m., Seniors' Hall•Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5.•Invermere Badminton Club meets, 7:30 - 10 p.m. at the DTSS gym.

EVERY 2nd SUNDAY•LW Alliance Church Sing and Celebrate, 7 p.m. For more infor-mation call Clarence Stauff er, 250-342-9580

EVERY MONDAY•EK Brain Injury Sup-port Group, 1-3 p.m., Family Resource Cen-tre. Info: 250-344-5674•Gentle drop-in carpet bowling, 1:30 p.m., Se-niors' Centre.•Ladies Motorcycle Born to Ride. Tim Hor-ton’s, 5:15 p.m. Call 341-5646 for more in-formation.•Cadets, 6:30-9 p.m. for boys and girls, ages 12-17. Cost: FREE (in-cludes uniform). Info: Megan McConnell at 250-409-4455•Duplicate Bridge, 6:30 p.m., Invermere Se-niors’ Hall, $2/person. Visitors welcome.•Ultimate Frisbee at J.A. Laird School fi eld. Free, for all ages, and begin-ners welcome. Call 250-270-0346 for more information.

1st & 3rd TUESDAY•OPT clinic, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Inv. Health Unit. Confi dential service: low-cost birth control,

and STI testing.

EVERY TUESDAY•Shuswap Bingo at the Shuswap Indian Band Offi ce downstairs, doors open at 5:30 p.m., early bird at 6:45 p.m., regular games at 7 p.m. •Cubs (8-10 year olds) and Beavers (5-7 year olds), J.A. Laird, 6 - 7 p.m.•Open Mic night at Bud's Bar, beginning at 10 p.m.

1st & 3rd WED•Bingo, Windermere Community Hall, opens at 6 p.m., starts at 7 p.m.

2nd & 4th WED•Seniors' Day at the In-vermere Library, 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. Bus provided.

EVERY WEDNESDAY•Indoor soccer, DTSS gym. Drop-in $2, 8:30-10 p.m.•Yoga THRIVE - Yoga for Cancer Survivors and Support People. Copper Point Resort at 4:30 p.m. Call Jan Klimek at 250-342-1195•Invermere Badminton Club meets 7-9 p.m. at JA Laird School gym.

EVERY THURSDAY•Drop-in carpet bowl-ing, 1:30 p.m., Radium.•Open Mic night at the Hoodoo Grill, begin-ning at 9:30 p.m.

EVERY FRIDAY•Baby Goose program for parents and babies up to 18 months. 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Eileen Madson Primary. [email protected]•Preschool Story Time at the Invermere Public Library, 10:30 a.m. For info visit invermere.bclibrary.ca•Summer Reading Club, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at the Invermere Pub-lic Library. For kids in grades 1-5. Call each Friday morning to reg-ister. 250-342-6416.•Market on Main, 4 - 9 p.m. in Radium.•Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5.•Music on Main, 7 - 9 p.m. in Radium.

EVERY SATURDAY•Invermere Farmer's Market, downtown In-vermere, 9 a.m. -1 p.m.•Public Indoor Rock Climbing, Laird School, 5-8 p.m., $5.

Praises for our Columbia Valley appeared recently in a Kerby Centre publi-cation in Calgary, including the pleasures of small town life and, of course, nature close at hand. Part of nature is our skies, both day and night, which are just as praiseworthy as the things under them. But do we get so used to the sky here that it becomes more and more a subconscious thing?

Practicalities in life call for quickness now and then, but we are tempted to rush a bit too often, like a weekender rushing to get here, then rushing to get back to the city after an all-too-short breather. Even brief stays boost business and give worn city dwellers a momentary vital break. But I sometimes hear longtime residents say, “Please don’t bring along the city’s hectic-ness as well.”

If one needs to get back to the metropolis, deliberately take a few extra minutes along the way. If it is getting dark, slow way down at Kootenay Crossing and see if you can spot, through a gap in the trees to the right, a two-second view of Split Peak, maybe with a star rising over it. And while watching out for deer and Mable, the Marble Canyon moose who might just run out faster than you think, keep a corner of your eye open for the occasional sporadic (non-shower) meteor or even a momentary brightening Iridium Satellite mirroring the setting sun. If the moon is up, the drive through Kootenay Park is even more fascinating.

Better yet, don’t rush back to the city. Stay here longer; even help a realtor feed his or her fridge! And regularly take the ex-tra time to enjoy all these nighttime treats. Not just our nighttime skies, either. In Calgary, there may be interesting daytime clouds that catch the eye, but here simi-lar clouds intermix artistically with the

mountains and benchlands, and refl ect on lake and wetland waters. Our mountains create winding cloud patterns in mists, sometimes in slow motion, like graceful sky spirits doing a serene ballet. While in Calgary there may be a welcome double rainbow, here one can see its glory amidst clouds that reveal peeking mountain sides — even more eye catching.

If you are not in the habit, how about this: whenever you arrive home, instead of going straight inside, deliberately take time to see what our sky is up to. After dark, if you wait a few minutes, you may even see one of those sporadic meteors. And if you are looking up late in the eve-ning of August 12th, and the night before

and after, you may see lots — that’s annual Per-seid Meteor Shower time! Other nights, try guessing which constellations the stars you see are in. With practice, you will know you’re seeing Cygnus the

Swan fl ying down the Milky Way, or the great square of Pegasus with sister galaxy Andromeda nearby. Watch the moon and clouds at play. Explore with the kids. Let them tell you what they imagine out there. Let thoughts and spirits soar. Especially, let us each sense the pace of the stars and the peace they can help us all fi nd within.

“Th e mountains shall bring peace to the people,” ... and the heavens they embrace a timing for which a world longs.

Th e Kerby Centre, mentioned at the top, is also where the Royal Astronomical So-ciety of Canada holds its monthly astron-omy meetings on most third Th ursdays of every month in Calgary. Check www.rasc.ca for information.

Brian Fenerty is a semi-retired valley resi-dent and an esteemed member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Contact him at [email protected].

Let the stars guide youValley Skies — Brian Fenerty

“Practicalities in life call for quickness now and then, but we are tempted to rush a bit too often. ”

Sidewalk surge

The morning of July 1st, this Invermere sidewalk was normal. However, by the end of the day, the heat had caused enough expansion in the cement that the crack between the panels didn't allow enough room and the sidewalk heaved. The next day, district staff spray-painted the lines to notify pedestrians, but adventurous children were soon observed using the sidewalk as a jump for bikes and scooters! The sidewalk raised about six inches off the ground in the middle. Submitted story & photo by Mike Ewen


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COMMUNITY

New date set for Windermere Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival

The 14th Annual Windermere Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival will be held on Sunday, September 15th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Windermere Community Hall and adjoining elementary school field. We are again plan-ning a fun-filled day for the whole community with a wide range of activities, games and en-tertainment.

Please note that we have stayed with hold-ing the fair on Sunday, but a week later than in previous years. This will ensure we have no conflicts with other community events and it will give the students more time to prepare their entries for the Scarecrow Festival, which is an integral part of our event.

All Columbia Valley families and visitors are invited to participate in this jam-packed day of good times. There will be a scarecrow parade to kick things off (in early September, we will gather together costume pieces at the com-munity hall for the children to choose from), as well as a Kids' Zone with crafts, face paint-ing and games. We invite all local artisans and horticultural enthusiasts to participate in the 'Best In' contest with a range of categories, including — as advertised — a sunflower and pumpkin contest.

Unfortunately, Safe Food Practices regula-tions will not allow us to have a canning and baking category this year.

Local vendors can contact Gracie Boake at 250-342-0589 to book their tables, and please feel free to contact the committee via email at [email protected] for further information. Volunteers are always needed. Come out, join the fun and help support our community!

PAT VAN REGENChair, Windermere Fall Fair

echo file photoA stilt walking butterfly was one of the highlights of the 2012 fair.


Valley Life

The Columbia Valley was the place to be this past weekend, with Bullriding in the Rockies on Friday, July 19th followed by Valley Appreciation Day on Saturday, July 20th while Ballfest 2013 ran Friday to Sunday. (Clockwise from top left) A rider stays in his saddle while spectators look on in awe; a team player bats under pressure at Ballfest; a bull rider gets bucked and scrambles to get out of the way; two youngsters grin while getting grubby on the ground; the annual pancake breakfast at Valley Appreciation Day is always a huge hit that draws huge lineups; two belles of the ball are all smiles at the Cowboy Dance; a stiltwalker entertains at VAD; father/son musical duo Marty and Eli Beingessner perform on the Home Hardware Entertainment Stage; crowds pack the stands to watch the bullriding with a rainbow over the Rockies in the background. All photos by Dan Walton

Wow, what a weekend!


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2013 Lake Windermere District Lions

Charity Golf DayThe Lake Windermere District Lions Club and the Hospice Society

of the Columbia Valley pass on a heartfelt thanks to all the extraordinary volunteers, golfers and sponsors who generously

helped in making our golf day another huge success.

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With so much to do in the upper Columbia Valley, it’s hard to leave, but if you do decide to pull yourself away from the local summer fun, the perfect entertainment getaway is waiting for you in Kimberley. The Kimberley Summer Theatre is presenting its 14th season with two premieres. Self Help by playwright Norm Foster has been running since July 9th and ends Saturday, July 27th, and The Wizard of Oz starts Saturday, August 3rd and runs un-til the 14th at Kimberley's McKim Theatre.

"Self Help has played to more than 600 people with some completely sold-out shows," executive producer Tony James told The Valley Echo. "The response has been over-whelming, to be quite honest. The public is fully enjoying it, laughing throughout and having a blast through the show."

Self Help is about a married couple, both theatre actors, who masquerade as nationally renowned self help gurus Hal and Cindy Savage. The couple try to hold on to their newfound stardom while trying to conceal a body and their falsely acquired fame.

"As for Oz, there's lots of cool effects, pyrotechnics, great

lighting, very colourful, vibrant sets and all that good stuff," said Mr. James. "There will been some surprises and treats for the audience."

Children of all ages will be swept away to the magical land of Oz with Dorothy Gale as she embarks on an en-chanted adventure to the Land of Oz in hopes of finding her way home.

"I certainly expect it to do well," said Mr. James. "It should be a great time and lots of fun; you can never go wrong with a timeless classic."

The Kimberley Summer Theatre is a not-for-profit the-atre organization with the goal of providing affordable and professional theatre for an international audience of all ages. Previous shows include Sweeney Todd, Spirit of the Sullivan, Beauty and the Beast, The Glass Slipper and Pirates. Since 1997, Kimberley Summer Theatre has em-ployed more than 300 performers and production staff, produced more than 25 plays and performed before tens of thousands, making it one of the foremost summer the-atre organizations in the country.

New this year is the implementation of their own box of-fice, which means no open general admission — reserva-tions are required and valley residents are encouraged to charge by phone.

"People have been very pleased with the new system," said Mr. James.

For more information on tickets, special viewings or din-ner theatre opportunities visit www.kimberleysummer-theatre.ca or call 250-427-4080.

Follow the yellow brick roadKimberley Summer Theatre invites valley residents to experience Oz

TERRI GILESSpecial to The Valley Echo

todd ratson photo/kimberley summer theatreA scene from Self Help presented by the Kimberley Summer Theatre, which runs until Saturday, July 27th. The Wizard of Oz begins August 3rd.

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Ronald Edward JeffelsSeptember 8, 1938

- July 6, 2013 Ron is survived by his wife, Rose; daughters Katherine (Mark) and Jana; son Alan (Rory); step-daughter Tara; nieces and nephews and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father, Sydney; mother, Lillian; and his wife, Carol. Ron was a talented man who seemed to excel in just about everything he turned his hand to, including carpentry, mechanics, music, poetry and art. He was an athlete, having been drafted to the WHA, as well as being a curler, playing softball, football, skiing, and hunting with rifle and bow and arrow. Ron was a food broker prior to moving to Invermere and managing the Public Works Department. He had a lopsided grin and an easy laugh that will be sorely missed. Rest in peace, Ron. You are now free from pain.

A memorial was held for Ron on July 13th, 2013.

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Sports

For those who love hiking but want to try something a little different without experiencing the usual sore muscles, an alternative awaits at Luxor Corrals.

You'll team up with a majestic animal, follow some of the most experienced horsemen in the Columbia Valley, witness breathtaking sights, and maybe even bump into some wildlife along the way.

Whether you're looking for a quick one-hour ride, or if you're a hunter needing horses to pack in camp for days — Luxor Corrals caters to every rider, from first-

timers to seasoned cowboys. First-timers need not fear — the well-trained hors-

es and mules all enjoy meeting new riders, and they know to lead their partners through the trails at a comfortable pace.

"We generally ride the trails between Kindersley and Luxor creek, and occasionally we cross over Kinder-sley," co-owner Cheryl Condy told The Valley Echo. "And if we have riders who are scared of heights we stick to the flatter trails."

Luxor Corrals offers an overnight ride, where riders share meals, stake a campout, and experience hours of trail riding with an experienced guide.

"The overnight ride loops around Mule Deer Moun-tain," Cheryl said. "That trail was used hundreds of years ago by the native people to go over the Luxor pass and head into Alberta — so the horses have been riding up this creek for many, many years."

Cheryl, who's been riding since the age of two, dis-

covered the Luxor Corrals property with her husband Doug Goodwin.

"All I could think was, 'This would be really nice trail riding,' ” she said. "So we applied to the Crown — they said okay and here we are."

The roster of horses at Luxor can be seen online at www.luxortrailhorse.com, or in person at the ranch. Cheryl and Doug have a range of breeds, as they try to collect one of each.

"They’re all different breeds, we’d like a menagerie of dif-ferent breeds; about half horses, half mules," Cheryl said.

The riding facility hosted its first-ever horseback ar-chery competition earlier in July, which will hopefully become an annual tradition, and Doug will be teach-ing the skill at a spring camp in 2014.

Long pants are recommended for all riders, and the minimum age to mount is eight. Luxor Corrals can be found by driving ten minutes north of Radium on High-way 95. Call 250-688-0280 to book your adventure.

dan walton/echo photoA trail ride with Luxor Corrals in Spur Valley is the perfect way to explore the valley without having to set foot on the ground.

Explore the valley's mountains by horsebackGetting outdoors and active with a horse or mule in the Columbia Valley is a truly special experience

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It can be really hard to stick to a clean eating lifestyle when you have a busy schedule. Between work, commuting, taking the kids to soccer and mow-ing the lawn, how do you � nd time to prepare a healthy meal for your family? In our fast-paced world, we don’t have time for food, which is why the industri-al global diet of fast food and processed meals has taken over many of our kitchens. Pre-packaged foods are easy, cheap and designed to taste good, so it’s no wonder that we often choose to pop a frozen pizza in the oven instead of building one from scratch using healthy ingredients. Unfortunately, these easily accessible foods are also the cause of weight gain and increased obesity in kids and adults. So how does one juggle a career, family and healthy lifestyle?

� e key to staying on track is to incor-porate a weekly ritual of meal planning, grocery shopping and food preparation. It will only take a few hours every week, but you’ll quickly realize how important it is to avoid choosing processed food over cooking from scratch.

� e � rst step is to plan all of your

meals and snacks for the week. Keep a list of clean recipes that are simple, fast and tasty. If you aren’t a natural in the kitchen or you’re new to clean eating, sit down with a couple of magazines or cookbooks that support your choice for healthy eating. Pick out recipes you’ll enjoy and write your meal plan or cre-ate a chart you can follow. To save time (especially if you don’t like to cook), make larger quantities of two or three recipes and eat the leftovers for dinner over the following few days. You can also simplify this process by having the same snacks every day. A simple meal plan can look something like this:

• Breakfast: One hard-boiled egg, one turkey sausage, bell pepper slices, one piece of whole grain toast.

• Morning Snack: Almonds, apple.• Lunch: Grilled chicken salad with

spinach, pumpkin seeds, veggies and balsamic vinaigrette

•Afternoon Snack: Hummus and veggies.

• Dinners: Mon & Wed – Baked salmon, asparagus, roasted cauli� ower and quinoa; Tue & Th u – Lentil and

eggplant curry with brown rice; Fri & Sun – Healthy chicken enchiladas with a side of salad.

Once you have planned your menu for the week, it’s time to prepare a detailed grocery list and head to the grocery store. But before you go, have a quick snack — it will be a lot easier to avoid the bad stuff on a full stomach. When at the grocery store, start by shopping the perimeter of the store. � at’s where you’ll � nd 80 per cent of your list: fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy, meat and other protein sources. Shop the isles only for items on your list and try to avoid going near your favourite treats. If you’re new to menu planning, stock up on glass containers and snack bags as you’ll need them for storage.

Now that you have all of this clean food, don’t put it away just yet. Take the next few hours to prepare everything, so all you’ll need to do during the week is pull it out of the fridge and throw it together, or reheat and eat! Based on your meal plan, this might entail boiling eggs, washing and chopping vegetables, marinating protein sources,

preparing salad dressing, and measur-ing portions for breakfast and snacks. Prepare as much as you can; organize your evening meals by chopping every-thing up and placing it all together in a freezer bag, ready to cook. You might be tempted to put the food away and prepare as you go, but chances are, you’ll run out of time and revert back to a processed meal or snack that will hinder your goals for healthy eating.

� is is one strategy for healthy eating but it might not work for you. Based on your schedule and your lifestyle, you might choose to wake up early and plan meals for the day, rather than pre-pare for the week. Maybe you’ll pick a di� erent meal for dinner each night, or maybe you’ll cook a big portion twice a week and eat the leftovers for lunch. Regardless of how you do it, make a plan and stick to it! And as always, a healthy diet is best when paired with regular exercise.

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Local golf pros lend their muscles

During the month of June, golf professionals golfed from sunrise to sunset to support those living with ALS. Pros from Copper Point Golf Club, Windermere Valley Golf Course and Ea-gle Ranch Resort golfed as many holes as pos-sible to raise awareness and funds for the ALS Society of BC. Th ese courses were three of 40 golf courses located across B.C. participating in the PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS, and of 43 courses participating in the event nationally.

On June 17th, Eagle Ranch Resort pros Steve Haggard and Carson Wallace golfed 144 holes; at Copper Point Golf Club's Ridge Course on June 18th, Brian Schaal, Casey Johnson, Ty-ler Hawthorne and Scott McClain golfed 262 holes each, and at the Windermere Valley Golf Course on June 24th, Dale Moore (CPGA), Alex Parsons (CPGA), Michael Midyette (CPGA), Dave Dakin (course superintendent), Jake Cameron (member), Ken Litchfi eld (member), Vic Briar (member) and Phil Burke (member) golfed 211 holes each.

� e combined fundraising total for these three courses is over $4,000 so far. Donations are still accepted online at www.golfathonforals.ca.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS ), also referred to as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a fatal neurodegenerative disorder that a� ects the

person’s motor neurons, which carry messag-es to the muscles, resulting in weakness and wasting in arms, legs, mouth, throat and else-where. Typically, the person is immobilized within two to � ve years of the initial diagno-sis. � ere is no known cause or cure yet, but the ALS Society of BC is determined to keep the hope alive. Proceeds from the Golfathon provide important support services to ALS pa-tients plus research to � nd a cure.

“Th e PGA of BC is proud to support the ALS Society of British Columbia through the an-nual PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS,” said Ex-ecutive Director of the PGA of BC Donald Miyazaki in a press release. "Funds raised through the e� orts of our golf professionals have helped thousands of patients and fam-ily since its inception in 2005. We are excited to see the program grow, year after year and look forward to contributing towards the � ght against this deadly disease."

Valley players golf thousands of rounds of golf in a battle against Lou Gehrig's disease


PHOTO BY CASEY JOHNSONPlayers from Copper Point Golf Course golfed a combined total of over 1,000 rounds of golf in one day for the PGA of BC Golfathon for ALS.


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CrosswordJuly 24, 2013

HoroscopeARIES Avoid making an important decision this week, Aries. Your mind is busy with too many ideas, and you will not be able to focus all of your attention on one task.

TAURUSTaurus, you may find you are focused on your finances this week. It’s a good time to assess spending habits and make some changes for the better.

GEMINIGemini, you may find that luck is on your side this week and you can use this to your advantage. Take some risks you might normally be hesitant to take.

CANCERYou certainly are in the spotlight this week, Cancer. All of this attention may try your nerves, so you may be interested in hiding out somewhere. Later in the week, you will have the chance.

LEOLeo, a discussion with a friend could be significant this week, inspiring you to expand your goals and pursue new dreams with confidence. Be thankful for the newfound inspiration.

VIRGOProtect your privacy this week, Virgo. Though nothing serious is on the horizon, now is a good time emphasize safety and security for you and your family.

LIBRARestlessness settles in this week, Libra. You might want to plan a little adventure, whether it is a weekend trip or a night out on the town. The goal is to change the scenery.

SCORPIOScorpio, stay on top of bills, paperwork and anything else that helps you to get organized. Once you’re finished catching up, resolve to be more organized going forward.

SAGITTARIUSYou will have to put forth some extra effort this week, Sagittarius. It may feel like others aren’t pulling their weight, but you still need to do what you have to do to get the job done.

CAPRICORNCapricorn, take some extra time cleaning up in anticipation of an unexpected guest. While company is always welcome, you want to have a tidy home to show off.

AQUARIUSAquarius, enlist others to lend a helping hand this week. Others may not offer their time and effort, so be proactive in seeking help with an important task.

PISCESPisces, it may be tempting to stay at home. But you have responsibilities, and they need to be tended to. You can always relax once your work is done.

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Retirement thinking

Building your Wealth

It’s pretty clear to me from just a quick look at the key elements of my own life, that the meaning of ‘re-tirement’ in the language of each person is di� erent. Everyone has a di� erent thought about their elder years. Some intend to enjoy leisure and volunteer work. Some are wired to be productive and are un-happy when not useful.

To some people it’s the point when work is done and there is time to enjoy everything. � en there are people who want that, but can’t achieve it because there isn’t the income. I know of some who see retire-ment as the time to � nd a new career, whether vol-unteering, travelling or any of thousands of options. � ere are countless other views.

� ere is a question in my mind, though, and it is this: if the plans of every person are di� erent, why do we expect everyone to save for retirement in the same way?

� ink about what you expect you’ll do in retirement. Ask yourself if it’s the same as the people around you. Chances are pretty good it's not! Either way, one thing I’ve learned in a relatively short life: it’s never too early to begin thinking about retirement.

For most of us, particularly when we’re young, re-tirement is not even a consideration. In fact, many people don’t see how it can ever happen, so it’s a frightening thought. For many it’s the monster in the closet. Don’t open the door or it’ll get you.

Yet we know that ignoring something doesn’t make it go away. In fact, the closet-monster grows when no one watches or cares. When that monster does � nal-ly jump out, everything about it is scary. Its size, its shape, how much it needs to eat and what - every-thing about it - is unknown.

It may even prove, with change playing a growing role in life alternatives, traditional retirement savings will only form a piece of your overall needs. Along with our guaranteed, � xed income and growth ori-

ented investments, we might want to, or need to, gen-erate a bit more late-in-life income elsewhere.

On the other hand, a person living more tra-ditionally and intending to work until that’s no longer

possible, won’t need to live twenty � ve years or more on retirement savings. In this situation, the “tradi-tional” retirement plan may not really � t, either.

I don’t have the ultimate answer for how people should be saving. Everyone and every situation is dif-ferent. However, I know the traditional bank-inspired plan of saving a portion of income for retirement

each year is just simplistic and lazy thinking and most likely won’t work for anyone, regardless of the intended course. � ere are, however, three simple and valuable principles for retirement planning.

� e � rst of these I’ve already mentioned. It is to think about your later years. All of them, for the rest of your whole life. Know what you want to do, now and later. We don’t always know where life is going to lead, but the general direction, no matter how much it varies over its course, can be planned for if you think about it. Unexpected things can always derail us. In the vast majority of those scenarios, though, not only will it help to have a lot of traditional retire-ment savings, it may also help if you have other as-sets, skills and knowledge on hand.

� e second is, understand how to translate your thoughts into a � nancial plan. � is might - most often does - involve the aid of a � nancial planner who has your best interests at heart. It’s not an o� -the-cu� pro-cess. At the very least, it involves time studying options and developing an idea of what situations they � t.

� e third principle is as important as the others, and it is to remember, just because you’re not saving for retirement doesn’t necessarily mean you’re not saving. It’s valuable to spend less than you earn and save the rest. No matter what you will be doing, you will be better o� if you have assets somewhere.

Retirement saving has certain advantages. How-ever, those advantages only matter if the direction of your life allows you to take advantage of them. � e most important principle of all is your life is not dic-tated by your retirement plans. Your retirement plans are dictated by how you live your life.

Remember, if you want to create a plan, we can help. We’ve developed a lot of practice and don’t suggest things without careful consideration. We’ll be honest about costs. Wherever you may be on this road, plan-ning will help you gain con� dence.

The Valley Echo Wednesday, July 24, 2013 www.invermerevalleyecho.com A17

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Certified Heavy Duty MechanicA temporary position with our maintenance team An energetic team player, you will maintain and repair all aspects of mobile equipment at our facility, in order to optimize uptime, quality and production.

You’re a certified journeyperson accustomed to working safely and efficiently both independently and on a team. Capable of operating mobile equipment for testing purposes, you also bring hydraulics and welding experience, superior troubleshooting skills, strong communication/interpersonal skills and, ideally, a solid woods production plant background and knowledge of Cat equipment. WHMIS and First Aid training would also be desirable.

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The Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley would like to say a big thank you to everyone who

helped make this year’s Annual Canada Day fireworks display such a great success. The show would not have been possible without the help of many different organizations and individuals.

Thank you to the Government of Canada, the District of Invermere and the Columbia Basin Trust for their support and to Stoneset Equity Development Corporation for allowing us to launch the fireworks from their land again this year. To Invermere Home Hardware for sponsoring the Fireworks BBQ, all our local businesses for generously supporting the show again this year and for allowing us to put coin boxes in their stores; and all the members of the public who contributed.

We would also like to thank our local media for their great coverage of the event. The Columbia Valley Pioneer, The Valley Echo, The Valley Peak, CKIR radio, and Shaw Cable. You did a fantastic job of letting everyone know about the show.

Thanks again to everyone, and we look forward to another great fireworks display on Canada Day next year!

Thank You!

Canadian Heritage

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Mary Root (nee Dalton)Passed away peacefully

at the age of 92 on May 30, surrounded by her family who loved her.

She will be remembered by her children Kevin, Tanis, and Ardis and their spouses, Dorothy, Pat, and Mike, and her grandchildren Read, Carol, Heather, Matthew, Alison, Genny, and Graham.

Mary joins Larry, her husband of almost 6o years, who she has missed so much since he passed in February 2012.

Services will be held at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere at 3pm on July 28th.

Donations to the Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research, a special interest of Mary’s.

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In MemoriamHarry Moore

Born in Burkes Falls, Ontario in 1902, as a

boy he eagerly listened to stories of Halley’s Comet, of skies black with Passenger Pigeons (now

vanished) and the fi rst Aeroplanes (his great love of fl ying took his whole family to far-fl ung places in wooden-

winged speedster’s!). From a large English-Scot farming

family, he followed his father to B.C. in 1923 where he took work saw milling in Wasa and

where he met Katharine Alberta Cameron, his wife and help-mate for 67 years. Then the jobs vanished, the 30’s

and the Depression hit. Harry Moore never had a job again but never stopped working either. With the help of his

wife, family and many of the other strong families, an

effi cient sawmill grew up in Edgewater, the town he was invited to in 1942 because of he and the crew “could get

things done.” And many things were helped along by this

tough but soft-hearted achiever - the power dam at

Spillimacheen, the new hospital, Edgewater’s high

school, airport and bridge over the Columbia-and a quiet,

vigorous community fl ourished. His best time was

in the air; farsighted,resourceful and skilled, he was

at home with the fl iers anywhere.

Happy Landings, Old Pilot!

Cards of ThanksThe Columbia Valley Commu-nity Foundation wishes to ac-knowledge the generous anonymous gift of being named as benefi ciary of a life insurance policy. These funds will have a lasting positive im-pact in the community and in the lives of the people who live here. To the family please know we are remembering and honoring your loved one. Sincerely the Board of Direc-tors.

Coming EventsHAND painted textiles for your home by Canadian Federation Artist, Eileen Gidman. Artisan pillows, pictures, cards and more. Washable. www.eileen-gidman.com Radium Market: July 26 & Aug 2 4-9pm. Inver-mere Market: July 27 & Aug 3 9am-1pm.

InformationALCOHOLICS Anonymous - If alcohol is causing problems or confl ict in your life, AA can help. Call 250-342-2424 for more information. All meetings are at 8 p.m. Invermere: Satur-day, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday groups - Colum-bia United AA at the BC Ser-vices building, south end, 625 4th Street Invermere. Radium Friendship Group: Friday, Catholic Church. All meetings are open.

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Farm WorkersLOOKING for an outdoor enthusiast who would like a rewarding career in the guide outfi tting industry. We will train on the job. Will be on horse back hunts. (250)789-9494 [email protected]

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Employment

Help WantedAn Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing re-quired. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.BANNISTER Collision & Glass

Centre, Vernon BCDue to growth in our ICBC Express Repair Body Shop, we are seeking to fi ll the following position: LICENSED AUTO BODY TECHNI-CIAN 2ND/3RD YEAR APPREN-TICE. Competitive Wages - Good Benefi ts. Preference may be given to applicants with previous ICBC Express Shop Experience. Please forward your resume with cover let-ter by fax or email to the attention of Bill Blackey. Fax 250-545-2256 or email [email protected]

Copper City AmusementsLooking for front-end staff,go-cart and bumper boat

operators. Drop resume offat Copper City Amusement

park or contact Trish at 250-688-0711

Strands is looking for a chef with 3 to 5 years experience to

start immediately. Apply to Tony Wood at strandsrestaurant.com

or 250-342-6344

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WINDERMERE VALLEY SHARED MINISTRYANGLICAN-UNITED

250-342-6644100-7th Avenue, Invermere

www.wvsm.ca Reverend Laura Hermakin

Sunday, July 28th9:00 a.m.

Worship at All Saint’s, Edgewater

10:30 a.m. Worship at Christ Church

Trinity, Invermere.

Everyone welcome!

CANADIAN MARTYRSCATHOLIC CHURCH

Roman Catholic ParishPastor: Father Gabriel

250-342-6167 Invermere250-344-6328 Golden

Confession: 1/2 hour before MassCanadian Martyrs’ Church

712 - 12 Ave, InvermereSaturday at 5 p.m.Sunday at 9 a.m.

St. Joseph’s ChurchHighway 93-95, Radium Hot Springs

Sunday at 11 a.m.Sacred Heart Parish

808 - 11 Street, GoldenSunday at 5 p.m.

St. Anthony’s MissionCorner of Luck and Dunn, Canal Flats

Saturday at 4:30 p.m. (served from Kimberly)

RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

For more information call 250-342-6633 or 250-347-6334

Loving God, Loving People

#4 - 7553 Main Street W, Radium

Sundays at 10 a.m.

Bible Studies#4 - 7553 Main Street W,

Radium Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Kids’ Church Edgewater Hall

Thursday 6:30 p.m.

LAKE WINDERMEREALLIANCE CHURCH

326 - 10th Ave. 250-342-9535REV. TREVOR HAGAN

Senior Pastorwww.lakewindermerealliance.org

Sunday, July 28th10:30 a.m.

JOINT SERVICE with Valley Christian

Assembly … at the lake, in front of Pynelogs.

Pastor Murray Wittke ministering.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY

Hwy. 93/95 1 km northof Windermere

Pastor:Murray Wittke

Sunday Service10 a.m. Worship & Word

Kid’s Church Provided

Call the office at 250-342-9511for more information.

www.valleychristianonline.com

Sharing TruthShowing Love

Following the Spirit

ST. PETER’SLUTHERAN MISSION

OF INVERMERE

Worship Servicesevery Sundayat 1:30 p.m.

at Christ Church Trinity110 - 7th Avenue,

Invermere

Pastor Rev. Fraser ColtmanPastor Rev. David Morton

1-866-426-7564

CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY

A&W Invermere has two permanent full-time and two part-time kitchen positions available immediately.We offer an enjoyable and positive workplace environment, shared bene t plan for full-time employees and opportunities for advancement.Wages: $10.25 - $11.50/hour, depending on experience.Please apply in person, or online at

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Join the A&W Team!

ReporterThe Golden Star in Golden, B.C., is looking for a reporter for a full-time, permanent position. The ideal candidate will report to the editor and will provide top-quality work on a range of news and feature stories for our weekly publication, as well as taking accompanying or stand-alone photos. Night work and weekend work would be required. Layout experience on InDesign, Photoshop, website and social media experience would be an asset. Ability to work well in a team environment in a pressure situation a must. The candidates must have a degree or diploma in journalism or a related field or prior experience. We offer competitive wages and benefits according to the collective agreement.

Please submit resumes, clippings and a cover letter by July 26, 2013 to:

Jessica Schwitek, EditorThe Golden Star-413A 9th Ave. N (Box 149)Golden, B.C. V0H 1H0e-mail: [email protected]

Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted, however we thank all applicants for their interest.

Employment OpportunityRespite Worker

Provides support to individuals who have varying abilities in a residential setting by providing care during the day and evening hours ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Staff will provide support to help them relate in a socially appropriate manner through the use of daily routines and activities. This position requires that staff work collaboratively with the family, community and other agency staff to deliver these services. Submit a resume and cover letter by 4:00 p.m., July 24, 2013, to:

Michele NeiderDirector of Program ManagementFamily Resource Centre Box 2289, Invermere, B.C., V0A 1K0

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Employment

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Blaster Chilliwack, BC

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Attention Bryan Kirkness @ Western Explosives Ltd.

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Employment

Help WantedGUARANTEED JOB Place-ment: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas In-dustry. Call 24hr Free Re-corded Message. For Informa-tion 1-800-972-0209.

Lordco Auto Parts is now hir-ing a full time position. Experi-ence not required, wage de-pending on experience, position comes with benefi ts package. Apply in person at Lordco.

Employment

Help WantedSmall Equipment operator needed, for bobcat, small ex-cavator etc. Must be experi-enced and have valid drivers licence. Call 250-341-1000 and leave message if no an-swer.The Lemare Group is accept-ing resumes for the following positions:• Certifi ed Hand Fallers• Offi ce Highway Logging Truck Drivers• Log Loader Operator• Grapple Yarder Operators• Boom Boat Operator• Chasers• Hooktenders• 2nd Loaders-Buckermen• Heavy Duty MechanicsFulltime camp with union rates/benefi ts. Please send re-sumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to: offi [email protected].

Services

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IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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Help Wanted

Services

Legal ServicesCRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi -cation, adoption property ren-tal opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Merchandise for Sale

Heavy Duty Machinery

A-STEEL SHIPPING DRYSTORAGE CONTAINERS

Used 20’40’45’53 in stock.SPECIAL

44’ x 40’ Container Shopw/steel trusses $13,800!

Sets up in one day!40’ Containers under $2500!

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JD 892D LC ExcavatorPh. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB

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Misc. for SaleAT LAST! An iron fi lter that works. IronEater! Fully patent-ed Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manga-nese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. Or online at: www.bigirondrilling.com

CENTRAL RV. New and used sea containers. Best prices in B.C. Can Deliver. 20’ New - $3800. Used $2800. Other siz-es available call for pricing. (250)314-9522.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/news-paper?

KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy a Harris Bed Bug Kit, Complete Room Treatment Solution. Odorless, Non-Stain-ing. Available onlinehomedepot.com (NOT IN STORES).

Near new Gibson Custom electric guitar and case. Has C of A, $,1000 fi rm. 250-345-2161

Help Wanted

Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for SaleSTEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Misc. WantedLocal Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins etc 778-281-0030

Real Estate

Houses For Sale

Exclusive MOUNTAIN HOME

For Sale - Visit:www.newbuildinglinks.com

Executive Home for sale in popular Westridge community. 5 bdrm, spectacular views, ful-ly fi nished, large 24 x 30 gar-age with studio/man cave. See Kijiji ad # 505298599. Phone 250-342-8773.

House on lots 7/8. 1 block from post offi ce, Invermere B.C. 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, walk out basement rental suite. (1 bdrm) Trees plus fruit trees, new tin roof, large garden, 8 x 16 green house outside sau-na, 2 dry sheds, 1 open shed, very private yard. $280,000. 250-342-7219.

Other Areas20 ACRES FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/pay-ment $0 Down, $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks. Beautiful Views, West Texas. Call 1-800-843-7537.www.texaslandbuys.com

Rentals

AcreageBuild your getaway ranch, farm, or echo-lodge campsite - high and dry above the Colum-bia River in Edgewater District - www.riverlandquest.com, [email protected]. 250-347-9660.

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent2BDRM, 1 1/2 BATH apart-ment for rent, in Canal Flats. Great view, parking, F/S, D/W, microwave. $700 + utilities & D.D. Available im-mediately. Call (250)349-5306 or (250)489-8389.

Condo for Rent: Radium - 2 bdrm, 2 bath,

6 appliances, fi replace, balcony, underground parking and storage locker. $900/mth,

utilities included. N/S, N/P. Phone 780-554-8150

or 780-929-5458 or email [email protected]

Invermere furnished, close to downtown. 2-bdrm, 2-bath on 2 levels. N/S, N/P & no parti-ers. References, $1000/mo + utilities. Call 403-978-4559.

One bdrm fully furnished con-do for rent in Radium. $700/mth utilities included, A/C, W/D. Call 403-818-8777.

Duplex / 4 PlexWINDERMERE

Bright 2 bedroom upper unit in quiet 4-plex with

beautiful views. Large yard, separate parking & entrance.

$700/mth plus electricity plus D/D. N/P

Available immediately to mature & responsible tenants.

References required.Call 403-258-3132

Homes for RentFor Sale or Rent, beautiful family home on centrally locat-ed downtown Invermere acreage. 5-bdrm, 3-bath, large park like yard, open living plan, walk to everything. Available Aug. or Sept. for possession. Call Dave 250-688-1508.

Suites, LowerWilder-bright 3 bdrm house. 2 blocks from Kinsmen beach. 1 1/2 bath, laundry, garage, fi replace, newly renovated, N/S, pets considered. $1,300 plus utilities. Available Sept 1st. References required, re-sponsible adults. 403-796-6218

Transportation

Auto Financing

DreamTeam Auto Financing“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

Recreational/Sale1999 Damon Challenger Ford V10 33ft 1 slide, generator, jacks, new tires $27,500 OBO 250-365-7152

Trucks & Vans2007 Chev Express 3500 1 ton 15 passenger van for sale; excellent shape; low mileage; runs great; loaded. $18,950,OBO

For Sale 2002 GMC Sierra 4X4

Fully loaded 3/4, tow package with

transmission cooler and fi ve point hitch. Excellent condition only two owners. Brand new winter

tires only used half a season.

Asking $11,000. Call 403 803-8959

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A&W Invermere has openings for four full time food counter attendants.We offer an enjoyable and positive workplace environment, a shared benefit plan for full-time employees and opportunities for advancement.Wages: $10.25 - $11.50/hour, depending on experience.Please apply in person, or online at

www.aw.ca

Join the A&W Team!

Marc Robinson of Columbia Valley Win-dows and Windshield wants locals to know that “windows don’t

have to be a pane in the glass.”

� e new mobile glass repair business in the valley is avail-

able everyday to ac-commodate clients' needs or in the case of emergencies.

Robinson says his mobile glass service will o� er the best 24-hours-a-day emer-gency service seven

days a week, between Canal Flats and Brisco, whether it be a com-mercial break-in or a cracked windshield on the highway.

“Our customers keep coming back because we are the most reli-

able and a� ordable. We o� er one hundred per cent free quotes for everyone,” Robin-son said.

� e locally-run com-pany, which started up last fall, specializes in installing window frames, doors, glass-sealed units, wind-shields and shower

doors for residents and visitors of the Co-lumbia Valley.

“I am happy to be able to work and live in paradise. We get tremendous support from locals and out of town homeowners. It's what makes what I do so rewarding,” said Robinson.

� is summer, he will be working alongside his 13-year-old son Dawson, who hopes to one day take over the family business when his dad retires. For a free quote, contact Columbia Valley Win-dows and Windshield at 250-341-8725 or [email protected].


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Giving BackCommunity Golf Tournament

The Valley Echo and Rotary Club of Invermere present

Our confi rmed date and time is Sunday September 22nd at Windermere Valley Golf

Course with a 1:30 shotgun start!

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Thank you for your patience; we look forward to seeing you there!

Due to the fl ooding and road closures in June we made the decision to move the Giving Back tournament to September.

Lake Windermere Pulse Check #7*www.lakeambassadors.ca

*To volunteer, call (250) 341-6898 or email [email protected]

The organizer of the Heart of the Rockies triathlon, Bruce Stroud, came out to test the water quality in Lake Windermere just days after the big race. He said that although this was his fi rst time using special equipment to monitor the water, he had informally been "testing the water" for the past 40 years — by swimming in it! After the big storms of late June, he said he could barely see his hands in front of his face while swimming, but on Tuesday, July 16th the water was clear down to three metres at the north end. Stroud refl ected on his day on the lake: "Any time I get to spend on Lake Windermere is always a pleasure. Especially when the sun is shin-ing and the valley is on display!"

Business Pro� le

Glass care made easy by mobile local business

TERRI GILES/ECHO PHOTOColumbia Valley Windows and Windshield Marc Robinson is getting help from his 13-year-old son Dawson this summer.

TERRI GILESSpecial to The Valley Echo


Serving the Valley

Universal Doors & ExteriorsSales • Service • Installation

• Garage Doors • Passage Doors• Truck Doors • Windows • Sunrooms

• Patio Covers • Vinyl Decking• Aluminum Railings • Siding • Soffi t

• Facia • Window Capping • Renovations

Invermere Phone 250-342-6700

Sholinder & MacKaySand & Gravel

Complete line of aggregate productsfor construction and landscaping

Office: 250-342-6452 • 250-342-3773 Cell: 250-342-5833

www.diamondheatingandspas.com

• FURNACES • HEAT PUMPS • AIR CONDITIONING • FIREPLACES/STOVES • HOT TUBS • CHEMICALS

• SERVICE & MAINTENANCE

385 Laurier Street P: 250-342-7100Invermere, BC E: [email protected]

RADIUM HOT SPRINGS ESSO

• Gas • Propane • Diesel • Automotive Repairs • Tires & Batteries • Greyhound

• CAA approved automotive repair •

MECHANICAL REPAIRS AVAILABLE9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7 Days A Week

250-347-9726 7507 Main

• Plumbing, Repair and Installation

• Drain Lines• Hot Water Tanks

DCS Plumbing

• Over 30 years experience • 24 hour emergency service • Seniors’ Discount

250-341-8501

Kerry Colonna 250-342-5089Located in the Diamond Heating & Spa building in Athalmer

The WaTer & air Company!

Purify the water you drink and the air you breathe!

Water Treatment: filtration and purification

Furnace and Duct cleaning

J. Douglas Kipp, B. Sc. (Pharm.)Laura Kipp, Pharm D.

Irena Sedlakova, B. Sc. (Pharm.)Your compounding pharmacy

Come in and browse our giftware!Open Monday - Saturday • 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

1301 - 7th Avenue, Invermere • 250-342-6612

Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy Ltd.

Environmentally-friendly integrated pest managementAsk about our maintenance programs All work guaranteed

PEST QUESTIONS? Visit our website:WWW.CRANBROOKPESTCONTROL.COM

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Cranbrook Pest Control

250-426-9586 • 1-888-371-6299

Thermal Imaging

Bruce Dehart 250-347-9803 or 250-342-5357

• Complete sewer/drain repairs • Reasonable rates - Seniors’ discount • Speedy service - 7 days a week

• A well-maintained septic system should be pumped every 2-3 years• Avoid costly repairs

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