Invermere Valley Echo, November 18, 2015

ALLEYV CHOEThe Invermere

STEVE [email protected]

The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce’s business mentorship program has been a boon to the val-ley, with program participants giving glowing reports of how it has turned out for them.

The Chamber launched the business mentorship program this past winter, and matched up 10 mentors with 10 local business owners who wanted to be mentored in a kind of speed dat-ing-like event. Once the mentors and the mentorees were paired up, each pair began to meet semi-regularly, with the mentor offering advice to help the mentorees operate their businesses.

“It has been amazing,” said Ranch UpAround owner Lisa Lehr. “There are so many experienced professionals here in the valley and it’s wonderful to be able to benefi t from their advice.”

Lehr started her summer camp-based business this summer, and was mentored by Circle Cafe owner Peter Bourke through the mentorship pro-gram as she did so.

“I was really looking for guidance on the bigger picture with my business, and how to go about starting it, and Pete was just an in-credible help with that,” said Lehr.

“Most of it was prioritizing, align-ment and focus type stuff, helping Lisa fi gure out where she wants to dedicate most of her time, and strategizing which ideas to pull out fi rst and which to leave for later,” said Bourke. “It went pretty well and the whole program was a neat idea. It’s a great initiative and a great way to connect people and resources that you otherwise might not even know

exist in the valley.”Tiffany’s Thredz owner Tiffany Gulbe

was paired with local retiree Rick Thompson through the program, and said she found Thompson’s extensive business experience (he spent about four decades working as a buyer, se-nior manager, asset manager and a

developer of retail shopping centres) helpful as she went about setting up a second Tiffany’s in Calgary.

“I absolutely love my mentor,” said

Gulbe. “Sometimes we meet once a week, sometime once a month. He’s helped with so much — with lawyer stuff, with business stuff, really with anything to do with anything. I don’t know how else I would have learned so much of what he’s taught me.”

Advice from a mentor has the benefi t

of not only of drawing on experience, but also of being more objective than advice coming from friends or part-ners, said Gulbe.

“I’ve taken on some things I wouldn’t have, if I hadn’t had (Thompson’s) support. It’s probably the best pro-gram I’ve ever done,” she said. “I real-ly wanted somebody objective to look at my books, teach me about leasing agreements, and with my mentor I cer-tainly got that. I fi nd in business a lot of your peers usually don’t talk about the fi nancial angle of things, and in a small town such as Invermere that doesn’t leave many other people to turn to for advice.”

For his part, Thompson said he got as much out of being a mentor as Gulbe received being mentored.

“I really enjoy it,” he said. “There are a lot of us in the valley, retired or semi-retired here, who have spent

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many years in business, have a lot of experiences and we are keen to pass it on, which is just as benefi cial to the person giving the advice as the person receiv-ing it. We’ve learned from mistakes and it’s great to be able to help others avoid the same pitfalls.”

When the Chamber fi rst announced the business mentorship program last winter, Chamber executive director Susan Clovechok said there would poten-tially be a second round of the program if enough people express interest in being mentors and being mentored. To inquire about participating in a second round of the mentoring program, contact Clovechok at the Chamber by calling 250-342-2844 or emailing [email protected].

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The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Joyce Hutchinson and William Anderson to amend the Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the bylaw will change the zoning designation of the subject property from SH-4, Small Holding Rural (4 Hectare) Zone to SH-3, Small Holding Rural Zone to facilitate a subdivision of the property. The subject property is located at 3461 Crooked Tree Road in the Lyttle Lake area as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2646 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Upper Columbia Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 900, 1992 – Amendment Bylaw No. 307, 2015 (Lyttle Lake / Hutchinson & Anderson)” will amend the designation of Lot A, District Lot 4596, Kootenay District, Plan 16749 from SH-4, Small Holding Rural (4 Hectare) Zone to SH-3, Small Holding Rural Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort (Birch Room) 5225 Fairmont Resort Road

Fairmont Hot Springs, BC Monday, November 23, 2015 at 4:00 pm

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area F and Electoral Area G.

If you believe that your interest in property is aff ected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing:

• inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK offi ce in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays;

• mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown below; or

• present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

SUBMISSIONS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE PUBLIC HEARING

All submissions will form part of the public record and will be published in a meeting agenda posted online. Personal contact information such as phone and email will be removed from written submissions. Questions about the disclosure of your personal information may be referred to the Corporate Offi cer at 250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335.

This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw. For more information, contact Jean Terpsma, Planning Technician, at 250-489-0314, toll free at 1-888-478-7335, or email [email protected].

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - BYLAW 2646Bylaw Amendment - Lyttle Lake

Regional District of East Kootenay

The Regional District of East Kootenay is looking for a high energy individual excited about becoming a key member of our team; a team that is dedicated to providing quality local government services in an effi cient, eff ective and friendly manner.

Reporting to the Engineering Services Manager, the Senior Operator works out of the Columbia Valley offi ce located just outside of Invermere and is responsible for supervising RDEK Operators and servicing of water and wastewater systems.

Your qualifi cations include:• Progressive experience (minimum two years) maintaining water and wastewater utilities,

preferably in a local government setting.• Supervisory and/or management experience.• Class I and II Water Treatment and Water Distribution Operator Certifi cates.• Class I and II Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment Operator Certifi cates.• British Columbia Driver’s Licence.• Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of water and sewer systems and

applicable government regulations.• Excellent communication and organizational skills.• Ability to establish and maintain eff ective working relationships with contractors, developers, external agencies, staff , and

the general public.

The RDEK off ers a great work environment and an attractive total compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, excellent benefi ts, a modifi ed work week and learning opportunities. This is a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Union position with a starting salary of $5,104 per month ($33.65/hr) and a salary increase to $5,359 ($35.33/hr), after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.

If you are interested in joining an organization with a reputation of being a great place to work, and you possess the necessary qualifi cations and experience, we invite you to submit a resume and cover letter, with references, no later than Friday, December 4, 2015 to:

Lori Engler, Human Resources ManagerEmail: [email protected] [MS Word format or PDF]

Please quote: ENG-12

Visit our website (www.rdek.bc.ca) for the complete job description and information about the RDEK.

We thank all who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The RDEK is committed to reducing our environmental impact so will run this competition as a paperless process. Please submit your application via email.

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Cash injection supports brain injury services

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An $85,000 grant was recently accepted by the West Kootenay Brain Injury As-sociation (WKBIA) to help offer services to clients in the East and West Kootenay regions.

The East Kootenay region will receive an additional 51.5 hours weekly of direct ser-vice delivery; $3,700 is allocated for direct programming for members; $1,000 will go toward starting a new fund for Client Services that can be used to assist mem-bers with one-time emergency needs; and $3,000 will assist staff providing services to members in remote communities with travel costs.

“The West Kootenay Brain Injury Asso-ciation does vital work that improves the lives of people affected by brain injury,” Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett said in a recent press release. “This funding en-sures the organization is able to maintain and expand the services it provides to clients in both East and West Kootenays, which makes a positive impact on our

communities.”In May, the B.C. government provided $3

million in funding over three years to the Brain Injury Alliance, which has distribut-ed funding to organizations in two stages: $10,000 was provided to each of B.C.’s 16 community-based, non-profit brain injury service providers to help with operation-al costs during the first stage, and to help reduce the incidence of injury or directly help those affected by brain injuries in the second stage.

Brain injury organizations in B.C. re-ceive funding based on applications for programs specific to each community’s needs.

“On behalf of the board, staff and all of WKBIA, we are excited about this opportu-nity to provide an exceptional level of ser-vice delivery to all of our members,” said Robyn Bogue, executive director of the West Kootenay Brain Injury Association, in the press release. “We extend our sincer-est thanks to the provincial government, the Brain Injury Alliance and to our mem-bership and families for the gift of walking with them on their recovery journey.”

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It will cost a bit more to do business in Invermere starting next year, after the district’s council agreed to increase the fee for business li-censes by $25 a year at its most recent meeting.

Council agreed unanimously to the move, with little discussion at the Tuesday, November 10th meeting.

Currently, business license fees are $75 per year to renew an exist-ing business license and $100 for a new one — the increase will bump these rates to $100 a year to renew existing licenses and $125 for a new one.

The increase stems from a district staff recommendation, which pointed out that the fees had not increased since 2007, and that peri-odic fee increases help keep pace with inflating administrative costs. The roughly 450 business licenses given out in Invermere each year (many of them for home-based businesses) mean the extra $25 per will add up in total to an additional $11,000 in revenue for the district in 2016.

Council notified about acute day care shortageThe East Kootenay Child Care Task Force sent a letter to Invermere

council, received at the November 10th meeting, outlining the results of its recent East Kootenay Child Care Needs Assessment (previously reported on in The Pioneer in “Valley faces pressing day care short-age”), which describes a shortage of day care space across the re-gion, including the Upper Columbia Valley — a shortage acute enough that, in the report, it is called a crisis.

“The supply of child care in each of these communities is not suf-ficiently balanced to meet the current or future child care needs of

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families who reside in these areas,” wrote Children First manager Mary Boyd in the letter, adding “many employees in child care programs in the East Koote-nay juggle work situations that are next to impossible.”

The letter was received in the corre-spondence for information, rather than correspondence for action, and gener-ated no discussion during the meeting.

GreG AmosSpecial to The Valley Echo

On the final day of operations at Canal Flats’ Canfor saw-mill, new numbers brought to the village’s council meeting are showing the impact of the shutdown on mill employees.

Canfor numbers show that between May and now, a to-tal of 53 workers (excluding those who accepted transfers to other Canfor mills in Radium Hot Springs or Elko) have been laid off. Health and dental benefits will continue for all workers for another six months.

It’s unclear whether these numbers include those workers who chose to retire, said Mayor Ute Juras during the vil-lage’s November 9th council meeting, while just kilometres away, several employees were in the midst of their last shift at the mill.

Four security watch positions have been created now that the mill is closed, she added. Canal Flats workers filled all the positions, in accordance with seniority. The positions involve two 12-hour shifts, and workers will rotate on a four days on, four days off basis. The positions are needed for 24

weeks, and maybe longer.Juras noted there are three or four production positions

still available at Canfor’s Elko sawmill, and that no former Canal Flats workers have accepted Canfor positions avail-able in northern B.C.

Due to the mill closure, Canfor has also suspended its con-tract with Hoobanoff Logging, with those operations set to wrap up in May 2016.

A WorkBC report indicates two former Canal Flats sawmill workers have sought help at the Invermere WorkBC office, while nine people have sought assistance at the Cranbrook WorkBC office.

The first working group meeting aimed at assessing the future of the forest industry in Canal Flats was held on Wednesday, October 7th, and included representatives from Canfor, the Ktunaxa First Nation, provincial officials, industry partners, Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald, and Juras. More recent meetings were held on October 19th and on October 26th.

While no details are available about the outcome, Juras said the progress is encouraging.

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Canal Flats economic development eyedGreG Amos

Special to The Valley Echo

After attending a three-day eco-nomic development conference in Victoria from October 26th to 28th, Councillor Karl Sterzer pitched the idea that Canal Flats' current strug-gle with losing its primary industry could come with a silver lining.

“Although it's brutal, you have a once-in-a-100-year opportunity to make your community,” said Sterzer of the Canfor mill closure, reflecting on knowledge he gleaned from the BC Economic Development Associa-tion (BCEDA) workshop. Sterzer pro-duced a 28-page report for council to

better understand the strategies and ideas encountered.

“It was fascinating that communi-ties out there, which I would con-sider successful players in terms of attracting economy, all had their key players there,” he said of the confer-ence, which emphasized reputation management as an important part of attracting business.

“Your community is a mouse click away; you can be put out of the game before the game even begins,” said Sterzer of the importance of a munic-ipality having the right corporate at-titude and media image. “Revelstoke is a great example. If you've noticed, Revelstoke, in last 15 years, it has

changed dramatically.”The BCEDA played a key

role in Canmore and High River after severe flooding in the summer of 2013, Sterzer noted, adding it’s an organi-zation that can help Canal Flats specifically in the wake of the mill closure. The con-ference took a closer look at the village by holding a work-shop on Canal Flats' chal-lenges, including a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities

and threats (SWOT) analysis.The conference emphasized the

importance of embracing local busi-ness. Taking advantage of a com-munity's own natural assets is often more cost-effective than trying to compete with neighbouring commu-nities, Sterzer noted.

Water merging completeAfter the recent completion of a 12-

day water line flushing program, the Village of Canal Flats and its two new-est subdivisions, Eagle's Nest and Painted Ridge, are now on the same water system.

“Everyone is drinking the same wa-ter at this point,” said Councillor Paul Marcil, who chairs the village's Water System Upgrade Committee. He clari-fied that “the water is being used, but it’s still not potable. We're waiting for Interior Health to complete final test-ing for Eagle's Nest.”

The villlage expected to have those sampling results by November 13th.

All construction work for the merged water system project is ex-pected to wrap up by November 24th. Work on a booster station and water lines have been taking place this month.

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Not balking in the face of terrorNICOLE TRIGG

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What’s taking place in Syria is akin to the Armageddon movies that North Ameri-cans entertain themselves with when they want a break from their Starbucks decaf mocha frappuccino or the general peace and ordinariness in their lives, save for the occasional drive-by gang shooting, fa-tal car accident, illness or any number of tragic circumstances that lend to feelings of loss, grief and futility.

Scenes of complete devastation unlike anything the Western world has to con-tend with are the norm for Syrians. Entire city blocks reduced to rubble; death, fear

and terror being the daily dose of reality for men, women and children who are forced to flee their mother country with nothing but hope for the future — that somewhere out there, someone is willing to help.

Since the attacks on Paris last week, Canadian public reaction has surged in a number of different directions, try-ing to come to terms with ISIS and the threat it poses, which many fear will be heightened if Canada accepts 25,000 Syr-ian refugees by the end of the year. This was Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s elec-tion promise and, immediately after the Paris attacks as other countries around the world announced they were closing

their doors to protect their citizens, Ca-nadians waited with baited breath to find out if this would still be the case — and it is. The humanitarian crisis is too great to ignore and be extending help to those fleeing from a type of terror the rest of us can only relate to through Hollywood films is setting an example to the rest of the world, that Canada will not be manip-ulated by the abhorrent, violent tactics of a sadistic group that relies on fear and divisiveness to promote its cause. The Canadian government is demonstrating idealism and bravery, and is asking that Canadians do the same. This war is not just one we send our Canadian soldiers to fight. We’re all in this together.

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As I write this MLA report, I can see that the mountains are getting a good dose of snow,

and reports from other communities are the same. Lots of snow, early in winter, would sure get us start-ed on what should be a very strong winter tourism season here in the Columbia River–Revelstoke.

And many of the factors that made this last sum-mer a good one for tourism will keep things going through the winter. A low Canadian dollar keeps Canadians travelling here, and entices Americans and Europeans with incredible deals, but the big-gest factor that brings tourists here is the tremen-dous range of winter attractions in this region.

We have five destination ski resorts ranging from the family-friendly Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area to the massive vertical and deep powder of Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

We have half a dozen wonderful Nordic skiing centers with groomed trails to match all levels of skiers.

Canadian heliskiing had its start in Columbia River–Revel-stoke, with the iconic Bugaboo Lodge, which still attracts skiers from around the world. But there are now so many more world-class heliski operators, as well as cat skiing operations, and a

host of incredible backcountry lodges, based right here in our mountain ranges.

The snowmobiling in our area is very well-orga-nized and people from our communities work hard to make sure that trails are maintained and that the activity is as safe as possible.

For those who want a more relaxing time, there are a number of hot springs that are particularly nice on a snowy evening.

The provincial government’s role is to support tourism promotion and infrastructure as well as making investments in highway improvements so

tourists can get to our attractions safely and predictably.We need continued improvements to the TransCanada High-

way and to Highway 93. We need top quality maintenance of all our highways, and I will continue to make sure this government hears this message loud and clear. Tourism is very important to all of our communities, so let’s hope for lots of snow and get-ting the winter season off to a strong start.

Norm Macdonald is the NDP MLA for Columbia River Rev-elstoke. He can be reached by phone at 1-866-870-4188 and by email at [email protected].

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TREETSTHES

Did you know there are more than 450 businesses in Invermere?

“No, I did not.”

Jolene Pollard

“I didn’t know that, but I’m glad to hear it. I have a business in the regional district, but it is licensed in Invermere. It’s one of the 450.”

Sheldon Lindsay

“It makes sense to me.”

Keith Erikson

NEXT WEEK’S QUESTION:Are you surprised there are over

400 business licenses issued in Invermere each year?



QUESTION OF THE WEEKAre you pleased with Trudeau’s new Cabinet?

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This fall, the Lake Win-dermere Ambassadors

received inquiries from the public regarding foam on the shorelines of the lake.

Most people were con-cerned that the build-up of bubbles was caused by something synthetic en-tering the water by way of runoff and hence a serious concern for water quality and the health of the lake ecosystem.

Our boat crew also noticed foam while we were do-ing aquatic plant surveys and zebra mussel larvae sampling on Lake Windermere in late September.

Foam can be an indicator of pollution released from human-made products (like laundry deter-gents). However, it is also a naturally occurring phe-nomenon resulting from decomposing organic mat-ter in the water, further amplifi ed by windy days and turbulence on the water. So… how can you tell if it’s the “good” or “bad” stuff?

There are a number of common signs to look for to help you determine if the foam you see on the lake surface or shoreline is natural or human-made. A little investigating (if you dare to stoop and give it a sniff!) should give you all the clues you need.

Human-made or synthetic foam (from products like soap and detergents):

• breaks down and dissipates quickly;

• is generally located within a small area near source, does not stand up well to disturbance;

• tends to have a perfumed or sweet smell, added

by product manufacturers;• appears white in colour.

Natural lake foam (congregation of bubbles gener-ated when organic matter enters the lake through decaying plants and fallen leaves, as well as through living organisms):

• has an earthy or fi shy smell;• accumulates in parallel streaks with wind cur-

rents;• is likely to build up in downwind beaches, coves,

stream eddies, against docks, logs and other fl oat-ing objects;

• appears white, tan or brown in colour.

Upon further investigation, the Ambassadors de-termined that the lake foam of interest was natural and fortunately not likely to be indicative of a sub-stance that could pose a danger to water quality.

Thank you to everyone who called and wrote in to inquire about the suspect foam. Your attentiveness to the protection of our community’s shared home-waters is greatly appreciated by your neighbours and the Ambassadors! Keep up the good work.

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The ever-popular Light Up event is back in Invermere this year with a new, more family-friendly time slot.

The Light Up has long marked the start of the Christmas season here in the valley, with adults and kids alike eagerly anticipating the fun and games, the sight of the offi cial Christmas trees being set aglow and, of course, the chance to meet Santa Claus.

In past years, catching the event was an evening-only affair, occa-sionally leaving the littlest toddlers staying up a little past bed time in order to get some face time with Jolly Old St. Nick, so this year the Light Up has become an afternoon event.

“It’s going to run all day so parents can come and experience every-thing at the Light Up and not have to worry about rushing home to bed, or about kids getting too cold,” said Invermere events co-ordina-tor Theresa Wood.

This year’s edition of Light Up will run from 1 p.m. to about 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 21st, beginning with crafts, colouring, writing letters to Santa, a frozen-themed photo booth and performances by the Silver Strings ukelele band in Santa’s Den (which this year will be located indoors, in the old Consign It store next to Cenotaph Park). Photos with Santa will take place in the den from 3 to 5 p.m.

Another new addition to Light Up will allow kids to try snowboard-ing all afternoon — without any snow — at the Burton Riglet Park, hosted by Panorama Mountain Resort just outside the Inside Edge store (across main street from Valley Foods).

The Santa Claus Parade will start at 6 p.m., and will run from the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena to Pothole Park. Immediately after the parade will be the lighting of the offi cial Light Up Christmas tree in Pothole Park.

“It’s a really great event, and it has grown to be even better this year,” said Wood.Local primary and elementary school students will be able to participate in a

colouring contest at their schools in the lead-up to Light Up. The winner will get to ride in the parade and be a honourary parade judge.

Organizations wishing to register to be in the parade, or volunteers interested in helping out with Light Up, can contact Wood at 250-688-9663 or by emailing [email protected].

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LIGHTING UP THE NIGHT — Each year the Light Up Santa Claus parade attract throngs of people who line up on either side of the main street in downtown Invermere to watch the creative fl oats go by. This year’s parade starts at 6 p.m. File photo by Nicole Trigg


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The Columbia Valley Rockies won 4-2 against the Fernie Ghostriders at the Fernie Memorial Arena on Fri-day, November 13th.

“We did well,” said Rockies head coach Wade Dubielewicz. “We won in Fernie and that’s not a very easy place to go in and play because it’s a small rink with good fans. We were pretty composed.”

Fernie Ghostriders players Evan Reid and Tayler Sincennes scored the first goal of the game with 14:00 left on the clock when the Rockies followed suit.

Rockies players Colton Sandboe scored the team’s first goal during a power play with assists from Dono-ven Quinten and Micheal Cardinal.

“It was a 1-1 game going into the third and we pretty much took over the third period, played the way we had to,” said Dubielewicz.

There was no scoring in the second, but the Rockies gained in the third with three goals made by Zachary Ross, Harrison Davies and Evan Traverse.

The Ghostriders were able to add another goal to the scoreboard, but ultimately could not make a comeback.

rockies lose home gameThe Rockies got off to a slow start on home ice last week-

end against the Chase Heat at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Saturday, No-vember 14th, and lost 4-1.

“I think (this loss) was a combination of a few things,” said Rockies coach Wade Dubielewicz. “We’ve been on a pretty good run and we were bound to not have a good one, but at the end of the day, we weren’t ready to play and they just physically didn’t give us much of an opportunity to get back in the game.”

The Chase Heat scored two goals during the first period.

When there was less than three minutes left on the clock, Rockies athlete Micheal Cardinal scored the Junior B team’s first goal with an assist from Davin Burton.

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A Rockies player has his eye on the puck in the game against the Chase Heat at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on November 14th. Photo by Breanne Massey

The Rockies goalie stays in position while watching the action behind his net against the Chase Heat on November 14th. Photo by Breanne Massey


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The Chase Heat then scored a goal during a power play in the second and scored their winning goal with less than five minutes left in the third.

When asked if there was a lesson his team learned from the loss, Dubielewicz replied, “I sure hope so — I really do.”

Dynamiters beat RockiesThe Kimberley Dynamiters edged out the Columbia Valley Rockies 6-5 at the Canal Flats

Arena on Sunday, November 15th.“We came out and had a great start,” said Dubielewicz. “We were able to get a lead, but

couldn’t seem to hold onto it. Kimberley is a team that you have to play 60 minutes to beat and we didn’t quite do that.”

Dynamiters athlete Keenan Haase scored the first goal of the game with assists from Eric Buckley and Sawyer Hunt.

But the Rockies came back quickly, scoring a total of three goals before the end of the first thanks to Donoven Quintin, Nolan Menard and Nigel Swab.

However, the Dynamiters gained three additional goals during the second.The Rockies nearly tied the game 4-4 during the third period when Ryan St. Jean scored a

goal with assists from Quintin and Micheal Cardinal, but then the Dynamiters scored another goal, followed by yet another goal by the Rockies.

Kimberley got the winning goal in the third with 0:01 seconds left on the clock.The next Rockies home game will be at the Eddie against the Golden Rockets at 7:30 p.m. on

Friday, November 20th.

The Rockies played Kimberley at the Canal Flats Arena on November 15th to accommodate the pee-wee hockey tournament taking place at the Eddie. Photo by Amanda Nason


A look back through � e Valley Echo's archives over the last 50 years

REMEMBER WHEN?

50 years ago (1965): Congregation mem-

bers banded together to help � x the Stolen Church (St. Pe-ter’s Church) in Windermere. The church got a new roof, was painted and had its inte-rior redecorated. Further fun-draising was planned for re-wiring and new light � xtures.

40 years ago (1975): The � rst-ever televi-

sion and FM radio frequency solar battery system in Cana-da was installed at Panorama Mountain Resort by a Calgary

crew using helicopters. The new technology cost $5,000.

30 years ago (1985): Doubt and confusion

swirled over the possibly im-minent closure of the Canal Flats sawmill. Mill foreman David White announced the mill would shut down unless it could turn a pro� t on charred wood salvaged from areas burned by wild� res. Then Crestbrook Forest Industries (which owned the mill at the time) spokesperson John Dut-ton said the closure was by no means certain, leaving em-ployees and others perplexed.

20 years ago (1995): Valley fi gure skater

Marni Wilson won the pro-vincial pre-novice champion-ship. She chalked her victory up to landing a double axel jump — she was the only skater to even attempt such a jump at the championships.

10 years ago (2005): Incumbent Invermere

mayor Mark Shmigelsky, swept back to power, winning 70 per cent of the 1,067 votes cast in the district’s munici-pal election. Challenger Brian McLaughlin was ahead after the early vote count, but on the main voting day Shmigel-sky thundered ahead. Voter turnout was the highest ever at the time for the district of Invermere.

NOVEMBER 2005 — Shawnee McGrogan,

Amanda Diakiw, Jessica Tegart and Lindsay Dakin

withstood serious lashings from the strong winds that

consistently tore through Invermere.

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH

• 10 a.m.: Breastfeeding Mamas support group meets at the Invermere Library.

• 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Painting Party at Mr.V’s Italian Grill. $70. Enjoy a gourmet lunch and paint like a inspired master. Register at [email protected] or by calling 403-519-8268.

• 11:45 a.m.: The Rotary Club of Invermere meets every Wednesday at the Curling Rink.

• 6 p.m. Zinio & Indiefl ix Workshop at the Invermere Library. Learn how to download magazines and stream movies for free with your library card.

• 7 - 8:30 p.m.: Roller Derby/Skating Info Night! Get info on Learn to Skate program and Killer Rollbots, at the Invermere Community Hall.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH

• 10:30 a.m.: Pre-school story time at the Invermere Library. Join us for stories and a craft. Every Thursday.

• 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Drop-in Lego Club at the Invermere Library. Every Thursday. Kids under 9 should be accompanied by an adult.

• 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.: Wildsight hosts Wild Ideas at Circle Cafe: A free, informal discussion evening to share ideas about environmental issues, social justice, and local initiatives. This month’s theme is “change”.

• 7 - 8:30 p.m.: Hospice Society information night: How to help someone who is grieving, at the Fairmont Hot Springs Smoking Waters Cafe. For more information email [email protected] and call 250-688-1143.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH

• Junior Spiel: November 20 - 22. Open to children 8+. $100 entry, includes dinner on Saturday night. To register email [email protected] or call 250-342-3315.

• 6 p.m.: ICAN Raise the Woof Stand Up Comedy Show & Dinner at the Invermere Community Hall. Tickets $50, available at Purple Cow Gift Shop, ICAN, Invermere Vet Hospital, Selkirk Cellulars & Offi ce Supplies and River Gems. For more

Information call 250-341-7888.

• 6:30 p.m.: Basil Pesto Chicken Dinner at the Invermere Legion. $15/person. Reservations Recommended. Call 250-342-9517. Meat Draw and 50/50.

• 7:30 p.m.: CV Rockies vs. Golden Rockets at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

• 8 p.m.: Folk artist Bocephus King performing live at Strands in Invermere.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST

• 10 a.m.: Friends of invermere Library kick off the annual Christmas Silent Auction at the library. Bid early and bid often on a wide variety beautiful, practical and unique items. A great way to do your Christmas shopping while supporting your library. Bids close Wednesday, December 9, 7:30 p.m.

• 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Handmade Market at Windermere Community Hall. Fabric Art, Crocheting, Ceramic Jewelry, Duct Tape Wallets, Quilting, Beaded Jewelry, Up-Cycled Plastic, Christmas Decorations, Home Décor, Felted Wool, Candy, Woodwork, Soap, Baking, Doll clothes, Needlework, and more. Free admission, door prizes, concession featuring featuring Fry Bread and Indian Tacos. This is a fundraiser for the ?Akisq’nuk Elders Group attending the Annual BC Elders Gathering in the Summer of 2016.

• 1 - 6 p.m.: Invermere Light Up & Santa Claus Parade downtown Invermere. Pictures with Santa, hot chocolate, s’mores and more.

• 7 p.m.: WVMWC presents Valley Sessions 3 concert at Pynelogs featuring McToogles’ Trio, Kenzie Dubois and the Halfsacks. $10.00 at the door.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND

• 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.: Edgewater Christmas Bazaar. Gifts/products of all kinds, craft table for kids, Santa photos and serving lunch. For more details go to www.facebook.com/ERSevents or call 250-341-5269.

• 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Take your own picture with Santa at the Edgewater Community Hall. Santa and staged background provided. Bring own camera or phone. Minimum $2 donation appreciated.

• 12 - 4 p.m.: Tabletop Day at the Invermere Community Hall. Magic draft, Pokemon trading, gaming and family board games.

• 5 p.m.: Windermere Valley Saddle Club AGM at Joanne Urquhart’s home. Potluck dinner with horse related gift exchange. To RSVP call Lisa Lehr at

250-270-0181 or email [email protected].

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH

• 6 - 8 p.m.: Lego Club every Tuesday at Radium Public Library.

• 7 p.m.: Cinefest fi lm series featuring the fi lm Remember by fi lmmaker Atom Egoyan. Tickets $12 at the door.

• 7 p.m.: Invermere Legion General Meeting. Coffee, Tea and Dessert provided.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH

• 11:30 a.m.: Lake Windermere Ambassadors’ monthly directors meeting at 625, 4th Street (South Annex), open to the public.

• 4:30 p.m.: Wings Over the Rockies AGM at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Everyone welcome.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH

• 2nd Annual Wild and scenic fi lm festival hosted by Wildsight Invermere at the Invermere Community Hall. for information contact [email protected]

• 12 p.m.: Edgewater Seniors soup day at the Edgewater Legion, $6 Includes Soup, bun and dessert.

• 4 - 8 p.m.: Invermere Vendor Blender Christmas Shopping Extravaganza at the Invermere Community Hall. Donation in support of ICAN or an unwrapped toy welcomed at the door.

• 5 - 8 p.m.: Invermere Legion Christmas Craft Fair. To reserve a table please call 250-688-0640.

• 6:30 p.m.: Roast Beef Dinner at the Invermere Legion. $15/person. Reservations Recommended. Call 250-342-9517. Meat Draw and 50/50.

• 7:30 p.m.: CV Rockies vs. Kimberley Dynamiters at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH

• 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Invermere Legion Christmas Craft Fair. To reserve a table please call 250-688-0640.

• 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Invermere Vendor Blender Christmas Shopping Extravaganza at the Invermere Community Hall. Donation in support of ICAN or an unwrapped toy welcomed at the door.

• 6 - 9:30 p.m.: Ladies Night Out & Kick Ass Vision Board Party at Copper Point Resort. Single ticket $49, Table of 6 $249. For more information contact Bailey at [email protected] or call 250-270-2100.

• 7:30 p.m.: CV Rockies vs. Nelson

Leafs at Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH

• 3 p.m.: 3pm - Grey Cup Party at the Invermere Legion. Dinner TBA. $15/person. Reservations Required. Call 250-342-9517.

• 4:30 p.m.: Global Climate March. Bring your signs to Pothole Park and march to Invermere Community Hall in support of the climate movement!

• 5 p.m.: Wild & Scenic fi lm festival: A Wild Life. At the Invermere Community Hall. Pizza, cash bar, and raffl e. For more information email [email protected]

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH

• 6:50 p.m.: Ladies Night Out - The Gift that changed my life, at Lake Windermere Alliance Church, tickets $15 per person. An evening for women who love fellowship, fun, and food for the body and soul. Fashion event featuring Tiffany’s Thredz and Summit Footwear. Special guest speaker Jackie Buhler, R.N.

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1 WTC + 312 54 29 0.811 Rockies 19 + 312 52 24 0.793 Go Habs Go +3 303 46 23 0.764 LB 22 + 302 47 24 0.765 Flathot 84 + 297 50 17 0.735 DR 27 + 297 45 16 0.747 Davy 19 +5 296 46 43 0.788 Ski +3 293 43 27 0.769 Harley + 292 59 33 0.769 E-town 98 +3 292 49 40 0.769 Kmart Special +3 292 47 50 0.7912 Hootenani + 290 49 26 0.7312 T Webb +2 290 43 27 0.7414 Love the B’s + 289 49 32 0.7615 MC 21 +3 286 49 34 0.7515 MF 11 +3 286 35 36 0.7417 Epie 76 +4 285 47 39 0.7617 Sportsmom3 +3 285 44 24 0.7117 AllMega 01 +2 285 42 18 0.7217 Roadhammer +5 285 41 56 0.7817 DB 24 +3 285 40 41 0.7722 Taters +3 282 41 40 0.7423 Sabu 64 +2 281 57 22 0.7123 The Ultra Beauty +2 281 45 33 0.7423 A’s +2 281 36 20 0.7026 Tristan Dubois + 280 51 18 0.6926 HD 4 +3 280 47 37 0.7326 ATT and KZEE +2 280 45 54 0.7529 Dexter “O”slayer + 279 51 35 0.7429 Ron Hunt Picks +3 279 48 26 0.7229 Buster’s Rez Raiders II +2 279 46 32 0.7032 Beagle +3 278 47 33 0.7132 Akisqnuk’s Rez Raiders +2 278 38 57 0.7634 Faze Zeimzeys + 277 43 17 0.6934 HSB Dad + 277 41 26 0.7136 Payci +4 276 42 33 0.7136 Gama’s Guys +4 276 38 47 0.7436 Matt Santucci +5 276 36 51 0.7539 JD Radium +5 275 49 42 0.7240 Brennan +5 274 43 39 0.7240 Still Guessing + 274 40 9 0.6740 Slev 77 +2 274 40 43 0.7343 ABA Chow +3 273 54 39 0.7243 Willbillies +3 273 45 37 0.7143 Cowboyz and Indian 273 41 24 0.6943 CLB 77 +3 273 39 36 0.7247 Davis Tenta +2 272 49 49 0.7447 Jye +2 272 47 31 0.7049 Merrymen +3 271 44 33 0.7149 NM 23 +2 271 43 40 0.7249 Harley 10 + 271 38 39 0.7249 Christopher 3 +3 271 31 39 0.7053 Little Red +2 270 46 42 0.7253 Kootenay Rangers + 270 41 37 0.7153 M + L +5 270 28 29 0.6956 RSJ 16 +2 269 45 45 0.7356 13 Family Pantry +2 269 43 32 0.7058 Long-Rock +2 267 46 44 0.7258 Hair 3 + 267 45 22 0.6658 KM 10 +4 267 38 41 0.7058 Young Guns +5 267 37 54 0.7562 R’s Rockets +2 266 59 35 0.6862 Layne Hunter + 266 51 35 0.6962 Shogun +4 266 49 34 0.6762 Goalieguy +5 266 44 57 0.7466 D Turner +2 265 44 40 0.7066 Texas Mick 810 +2 265 38 36 0.6766 Don43 +2 265 36 22 0.6669 Hockey Season Widow +3 264 45 32 0.6869 Casss +4 264 42 51 0.7271 Kelley Neale +3 262 53 58 0.7371 Sumokordic + 262 44 23 0.6571 PBR +3 262 44 32 0.6971 CS 14 +2 262 38 51 0.7275 Old-Rock + 261 52 50 0.7175 Jet’s Baby +3 261 41 53 0.7277 Malcolm + 260 46 23 0.6577 Choda Boy +2 260 41 23 0.6677 Little fast guy +3 260 37 24 0.6680 Edge Golf + 259 50 49 0.69

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VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY

ANGLICAN-UNITED100-7th Ave., Invermere

250-342-6644Reverend Laura Hermakin

wvsm.ca Worship, Every Sunday:10:30 a.m. Children and Youth Sunday School

at 10:30 a.m at Christ Church Trinity, Invermere

1st and 3rd Sunday, March - Dec. 9 a.m. at All Saint’s, Edgewater

2nd Sunday, 7 p.m.: June - Oct. at St.Peter’s Windermere

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

250-342-6167Pastor: Father Gabriel

Confession: 1/2 hr. before MassCanadian Martyrs Church

712 - 12 Ave, InvermereSaturdays, 5 p.m.Sundays, 9 a.m.

St. Joseph’s ChurchHwy. 93-95, Radium Hot

SpringsSundays, 11 a.m.

St. Anthony’s MissionCorner of Luck and Dunn,

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RADIUM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

#4 - 7553 Main Street W, Radium

250-342-6633 250-347-6334

Worship Service Sundays, 10 a.m.

Bible Studies Wednesdays, 7 p.m.

Kids’ Church Edgewater Hall

Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.

Loving God, Loving People

LAKE WINDERMEREALLIANCE CHURCH

326 - 10th Ave., Invermere250-342-9535

Lead Pastor: Trevor HaganAsso. Pastor: Matt Moore

lakewindermerealliance.orgNovember 15th 10:30 a.m.Worship and Life Instruction

“A Better Way – A Expectant Giver” Pastor Trevor Hagan

Ministering.

KIDS Church, for children age 3 - Grade 1; and Grade 2-7, during

the morning service.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY

Hwy. 93/95, 1 km northof Windermere250-342-9511

Pastor: Murray Wittkevalleychristianonline.com

Sunday Service10 a.m. Worship & Word

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ST. PETER’SLUTHERAN MISSION

OF INVERMERE100 - 7th Ave., Invermere

250-426-7564Pastor: Rev. Fraser ColtmanPastor Rev. David Morton

Worship ServicesSundays1:30 p.m.

Christ Church Trinity,Invermere

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER

DAY SAINTS5014 Fairway,

Fairmont Hot Springs250-341-5792

President: Adam PasowistyColumbia Valley Branch

Worship ServicesSundays

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Amy Hickey1930 - 2015It is with sadness that we an-nounce the peaceful passing of our loving mother, grand-mother, and great-grand-mother, Amy Hickey on No-vember 11th, 2015 at the age of 85 years.

Amy was born on September 3, 1930 in Invermere, B.C. and enjoyed the entire span of her life in Edge-water surrounded by an extensive network of family and friends.After growing up in Edgewater, Amy ventured to Victoria and worked at the Empress Hotel, before returning to the Valley to marry the love of her life, Ray Hickey and begin her family. While raising her family, Amy worked at various jobs including tree planting and short order cook. Later she was a fa-miliar face behind the counter at “Bob’s Food Mart” in Edgewater – her son’s store.Amy was an active member of the community her whole life, and participated in the Anglican Wom-en’s Church Guild, the Edgewater Legion, and for many years her crafts and baking were sought after at the Edgewater Open Market. Amy baked her own bread her whole life until just a year before she moved to Columbia Gardens, and her grandchil-dren believe that nobody could ever compare when it came to her baking.When Amy finally moved out of the house that Ray built for her 60 years earlier, she was happy and content to be looked after by the amazing staff at Columbia Gardens and then later in Ivy House where she passed away peacefully surrounded by her children.Amy was predeceased by her mother Catherine Carlson in 1985, by her husband, Ray Hickey in 1996, and by her brother, Robin Carlson in 2014. She is survived by her sisters, Betty Sawchuk and Patsy Clarke, and her brother Bobby Calcutt.Amy leaves behind her four children - Bob Hickey (Deb), Loreen Ruault (Bob), Terry Hickey (Kim), and Barbara Hascarl (Daryl), 11 Grandchildren – Michael Hickey, Cori Ruault, Julia Bergman, Brent Ruault, Kevin Smith, Chad Potter, Sarah Wallace, Kristin Parke, Jodi Lippert, Erin Hascarl, and Wil-liam Hickey, and 18 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held for Amy on Satur-day, November 21st at 4:00 pm at All Saints Angli-can Church in Edgewater, followed by a tea at the Edgewater Legion Hall.

McKay,George William “Bill”March 14, 1937 – November 4, 2015Long-time Invermere resident George William “Bill” McKay passed away peacefully in care at Purdy Pavilion, UBC Hospital, Vancouver, on November 4, 2015. Bill was born in Trail, BC, to James “Jimmy” and Olive McKay, on 14 March, 1937, the youngest of four siblings. As a young adult he studied, lived, and worked in Vancou-ver before marrying in 1966 and spending a year working, skiing, and travelling in Europe. He then settled in the East Kootenay, living briefly in Creston before moving to Kimberley, and then settling in Invermere in 1979. He was well-known as a Land Surveyor, sailor, golfer, and curler. Bill was predeceased in 2014 by his wife of 48 years, Carol Marie McKay (née Anderson). Bill is sur-vived by daughter, Maria; siblings Diana, Stuart, and Tom; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial service to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to the Parkinson Society British Columbia.

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VALLEY SHARED MINISTRY

ANGLICAN-UNITED100-7th Ave., Invermere

250-342-6644Reverend Laura Hermakin

wvsm.ca Worship, Every Sunday:10:30 a.m. Children and Youth Sunday School

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lakewindermerealliance.orgNovember 22nd 10:30 a.m.Worship and Life Instruction

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KIDS Church, for children age 3 - Grade 1; and Grade 2-7, during

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VALLEY CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY

Hwy. 93/95, 1 km northof Windermere250-342-9511

Pastor: Murray Wittkevalleychristianonline.com

Sunday Service10 a.m. Worship & Word

Kid’s Church Provided

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ST. PETER’SLUTHERAN MISSIoN

oF INVERMERE100 - 7th Ave., Invermere

250-426-7564Pastor: Rev. Fraser ColtmanPastor Rev. David Morton

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Fairmont Hot Springs250-341-5792

President: Adam PasowistyColumbia Valley Branch

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