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“Failed pumps”Above: Inside the Village of Valemount’s pump house on Sunday, September 2, shows the two pumps that fill the water reservoir with water from Swift Creek. On Saturday, one of the pumps failed followed by the second pump failure on Sunday morning. Photo by Andrea Scholz

The legacy of the Swift Creek crisis, which occurred at the end of June, con-tinues to cause significant problems for the Village of Valemount.

During the emergency in June, Swift Creek swelled its banks destroying the weir and causing significant amounts of debris and silt to enter the pump house, which supplies the village water reservoir. The overworked main pumps were sent away for required repairs and as a result two back-up pumps were put into use.

On Saturday, September 1 and Sunday, September 2, the two back-up pumps failed, one after the other. For much of Sunday, Village of Valemount Public Works were busy attempting to repair the pumps, while village staff searched for a solution. The Valemount Fire Department was also called in to assist.

At 4 p.m. on Sunday, the Village of Valemount issued water restrictions to residents of Valemount. Residents were asked to limit showers and toilet flush-ing and to not do laundry or water lawns.

On the morning of Monday, September 3, many village residents discovered they had no water pressure in their homes. The reservoir had run dry and the village had turned off the water. As an emergency contingency, a rental pump was ordered from Edmonton. While the pump had arrived, hooking it up to the system required specialty parts, expertise and time.

On Monday afternoon, at about 1:30 p.m., with help from the Village of Vale-mount Fire Department, the temporary pump was successfully connected to the system and water was once again being pushed uphill to the reservoir. Un-fortunately, the system was far from repaired.

According to Andru McCracken, Mayor of Valemount, a number of technical challenges prevented the system from coming completely back online.

Firstly, the reservoir had been depleted and attempting to turn the system back online would simply have drained it again.

Another problem, which the village attempted to manually bypass, is that the system performs an automatic system flush every 24 hours and uses a con-siderable amount of water.

“We got the system working. We got to do a little tweaking to make sure we can get it up to where it needs to be,” said McCracken on Monday afternoon.

McCracken acknowledged and thanked Valemount Public Works for their hard work. He also noted the expertise of the Valemount Fire Department.

“It really helped us out.” McCracken also extended a big “thank you” to the Junior Canadian Rangers for

their help in delivering flyers door to door.

Valemount without waterDaniel Betts

Editor

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In last week’s issue of The Valley Sentinel we highlighted the achievement of June Burstrom-Haring and Peter Haring in being recognized, for their care

and fostering of 55 children over the past 24 years, with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Award. These were two of approximately 60,000 Canadians, 762 British Columbians, who will receive this signifi cant and rare medal.

Last week, The Valley Sentinel was informed that Shirley Bond, MLA for Prince George-Valemount, would have “the honour and privilege of nominating three members” from her riding to receive the Queen’s Di-amond Jubilee Medal. Bond is call-ing on all her constituents to recog-nized a distinguished individual for this once in a lifetime medal.

“Do you know an individual who has helped build up our commu-nity?” asks Bond. “Someone highly respected, who has distinguished themself through sustained contri-bution? I want to hear from you!”

A selection committee will care-fully go through the applications she receives to select three excep-tional members of Prince George-Valemount to be considered for a Diamond Jubilee medal.

To nominate a member of the community fi ll out the nomination form found online at: http://shir-leybondmla.bc.ca/news/queens-diamond-jubilee-medal-2/

For a full outline of eligibility cri-teria go to the following website: www.gg.ca/diamondjubilee

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee AwardDaniel Betts

EDITOR

“Six decades ago, a young

Queen began her reign, one

focused on service to others.

Her Majesty has experienced

and seen many hardships,

but also many joys. Through

it all, she has remained

dedicated to serving the

Crown and the people of

the Commonwealth.”-

Governor General David

Johnston on the signifi cance

of the Queen Elizabeth II

Diamond Jubilee Medal.

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September 17, 2012 will mark the fi rst anniversary of the Valemount Youth Group. Firm Foundations Christian Outreach began the Valemount Youth

Group with the intent to gather up any youth from Grade 7 through to the high school years, to get together for some fun and fellowship. We began with 11 youth. The fi rst meeting was at the Plummer’s home. We were able to move the youth group outings into the Valemount Elementary School on Friday nights and the Community Hall during times when the school is unavailable.

The youth are always treated to homemade treats, and juice. Max Kim often brings his treat of his own juice makings. We try to engage the youth in team building activities, and to create new friendships. The youth are also treated to a homemade birthday cake at youth group.

Although we are a Christian organization, the youth are all welcome to join in on all our activities. No one is turned away. Several times throughout the year youth have brought visiting friends along. We have talked about ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens’ as well as ‘You are what you Think.’ The youth are always encouraged to participate in sharing his or her thoughts on topics being discussed, and everyone’s opinion is welcome.

We were fortunate to receive funding through the Columbia Basin Trust and the Village of Valemount to purchase much needed equipment in order to be self-suffi cient. We did much fundraising in order to receive these funds and we have a community to thank for making this possible. Some evenings the youth play games they’ve learned during their school P.E. times, while other times we play games that are completely new to them all.

With school back in, the Valemount Youth Group will be back to meeting on Friday evenings at the Valemount Elementary School at 7:00 p.m. The youth are very thankful that Jerry Plummer has been faithful to come out to youth

group all year long. Without him, the youth would have no one to supervise them for the evening. We encourage the youth to come and check things out for themselves. If you are in Grade 7 or older, this evening is set aside for you. If you are new in town and are in grade 7 or older, this is your invitation to come out and enjoy making new friends. There is no cost at all to be a part of the Youth Group. This group belongs to the youth, they bring out their friends and the more the merrier.

Jerry and I look forward to another fun fi lled year of being part of the Vale-mount Youth Group. We hope to see many more new faces come out this year as well as reconnect-ing with all of the youth from last year.

Group celebrates fi rst yearMarian Plummer

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“Youth Group celebration”Above: Valemount Youth Group enjoys weekly activities and are celebrating their fi rst anniversary this month. Photo by Marian Plummer


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Students and teachers all over the Robson Val-

ley Region converged on their respective schools this week to begin an-other exciting year. While some students, particu-larly those starting school or going to a new school, must have been under-standably nervous, there must be more than few nervous teachers in the valley as well.

Enrolment is down significantly and some teach-ers are starting the year having already been given notice their jobs were not secure, depending upon enrolment for the following year.

Valemount Secondary School is going to be testing an innovative idea to entice foreign students to the school. The Mountain School will be a challenging idea to implement, but if all goes well could prove to be the Hail Mary pass that saves the day. However, this idea will need significant community involve-ment and support for it to be successful. I certainly hope those who can do their part will step forward and help in anyway they can.

Driving around both McBride and Valemount, it isn’t hard to notice the significant number of “For Sale” or “For Rent” signs on the lawns of valley homes. Most of these families have been left with very little choice in their decision to leave. Everyone has the right to thrive and as beautiful as the valley is, the mountains aren’t cutting any cheques simply for living beneath them. The lack of industry in the area has separated families for much longer than is tolerable. Many have held out for some sign of im-provement only to be left with a bitter reality. Winter is coming.

There has been much “what if” speculation, all promising jobs in some undisclosed future. While many of these projects sound good, the reality is people are at a point where unless there is tangible visible activity, staying is just too risky. Nobody can certainly be blamed for moving to a place where they can feed their families and enjoy a measure of financial peace.

Meanwhile in the Robson Valley Region there is still reason to hope. Economic development is a painfully long process, but the significant potentials remain. Inevitably the economy will once again rise, but much work is still needed.

Of particular importance is the need for valley resi-dents and leaders to recognize, support and encour-age skilled and talented people to work in the valley. Dismissing experienced talent is a terrible loss when it is needed most. Reinventing the wheel is a terrible waste of time, particularly when there is very little time to lose. Shirley Bond, MLA for Prince George-Valemount, said it best last year when she encouraged local leaders to “focus” on what is most important.

The valley needs to unite and work together in or-der to come out on top.

Back to school

» From the desk oF the mayor

Mayor Andru McCracken responded to John Gro-gans letter to council addressing concerns about the proposed Federal Boundary changes, and printed in last weeks The Valley Sentinel as a letter to the editor, through a report presented to council:

In general, this council has chosen to look to the

future rather than pretend there is safety in the past. While we have associations with Prince George, I believe having more associations to the south in-creases our ability to make our way in the world.

Valemount has been a resource dependent settle-ment, but try as we might, we will no longer cling to it as our mainstay. Certainly the Prince George-Peace riding is gearing up for a new level of resource extraction with mining projects, major pipelines and more. Where do we fit in that massive riding? At the bottom corner, and a round peg in a square hole at that. What was an obvious connection in terms of industry is less so now. The issues we face now and anticipate in the future are in common with those south of us in Golden and Revelstoke.

For good or for ill, our economy is more closely tied to tourism than ever, the responsible thing to do is not ignore it. Communities that comprise that federal riding are our scale, scope and shape unlike Prince George, a city of 80,000 people.

You have made some valid points about our wa-tershed, the Fraser Basin. We have a responsibility to it, and we can continue to be a good example for our westward neighbours. We also have a responsi-

bility to the Columbia Basin. Further, we are deeply affected by an international treaty that has radically altered our landscape and transportation corridors.

The question of the Member of Parliament’s abil-ity to serve is not just a question of distance (though it should be noted that the main office for Prince George-Peace is in Fort St. John, 722 km from here, as opposed to the Columbia Kootenay office in Cranbrook at 624 km). It’s more a question of be-ing in tune with the demands and struggles of the region. As one of the few communities in the Prince George Peace riding with serious tourism potential, would we be well served by an MP spending most of their time with oil and gas issues?

You point out the lack of an all candidates forum since the riding shifted to Kamloops. Surely dis-tance isn’t the key factor as Kamloops is equidis-tant from Prince George. Perhaps that lacking was a reflection of the massive shifts in Valemount’s economy and demography. It is a cause for concern though; we would need to be strategic as a commu-nity to ensure our participation.

We needn’t apologize for Valemount’s complex setting; we are in the middle of nowhere and the centre of everywhere, that’s our reality.

The question is not what has been, but what is coming. Not what Valemount was, but what we want it to be.

Andru McCracken -Mayor of the Village of Valemount

Federal boundary changes discussion

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OpiniOn

It was a really catastrophic event that caught us off guard.

Mayor Andru McCracken on the Valemount water crisis.

QUOTE of the week

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Last week Joe bought a new pair of boots.

“Come in. Come in,” welcomed the photographer. MacKay’s the name . . . at your service.

Joe removed his floppy brimmed hat as he entered the log and canvas build-ing. “I’m here for a look-see,” said Joe.

The two interior sidewalls of MacKay’s studio were decorated with an as-sortment of photographs. There were individual portraits of men in their work clothes, policemen in uniforms, women in long flowing dresses and group-shots including the 1st Boy Scout Troup of Tête Jaune Cache, railway workers standing beside an enormous steam locomotive engine and a formal portrait of five male Indians sitting in a row. The men in this picture were dressed in buck-skin and moccasins. The photograph seemed, some how, familiar to Joe as he gazed at the portrait.

“Did you make this one? ” asked Joe as he pointed with his finger.“That, my boy, is one that I purchased from a stock of photographs, glass-

plates and the photographic apparatus when I took up this fine business venture. It was taken long before my time. I believe the date is inscribed on the back,” ex-plained MacKay as he picked up the pho-tograph. He read, “May, 1867, St. Mary’s Mission, New Westminster. That would make this one 46 years old. If I remem-ber right, those were some of the Indian Chiefs from the Interior. You know, Soda Creek, Dog Creek, Babine Lake, William’s Lake and some other parts I don’t recall.”

“That was before my time too,” ex-plained Joe.

“What I do recall,” continued MacKay, “The Indians you see there in that portrait were all hanged in Quesnel for the murder

of a bunch of road-builders down at the coast. There was some sort of mas-sacre by the local Indians down by Bute Inlet. Those five chiefs, the same Indians that were gathered up and shipped down to New Westminster to be entertained by Governor Seymour at one of them big Dominion Day celebra-tions, all hanged. So much for the food, fireworks and canoe races.”

“Those five Indians were all murderers?” interrupted Joe. “No, not at all,” explained the photographer. “The authorities could never

catch the real culprits. Those Indians were hanged in place of the ones who did the killing. The hanging was over in Quesnel.”

Joe put his hat on and changed the subject. “I think I’d like my picture done up the same as these ones.” Joe pointed to a photograph of some railway workers.

“Just have a seat over there in front of the canvas background,” instructed MacKay. “This won’t hurt one little bit. That’s good. Now put your left foot up on that little bench. That’s good. Now, cross your arms and lean forward.”

In the next episode, THE B.C. EXPRESS, Joe gets his hair cut at one of the ‘Lady Barber’ shops on Main Street. But, will he take a bath before showing up for work at his new job? Only time will tell.

EpisodE 43: THE BIG SHOOT

Above: “The Five Chiefs of the Interior”Drawing by Les Dyke, Prince George, BC Left: “The only known photograph of Caribou Joe, thought to have origi-

nated from the MacKay’s Studio at Tête Jaune Cache in 1913”Photo courtesy of L. L. Frazer

Water crisis continued from page 2

McCracken felt Valemount Public Works were working hard and thinking out of the box in order to get the temporary pump up and working, as some ingenuity had been required. “We have some elec-tricians that have been in here [at the pump house] since yesterday working constantly on fixing the pumps and bringing them back up to speed,” said McCracken. “It was a really catastrophic event that caught us off guard.”

At about 4 p.m. on Monday afternoon, McCrack-en reported the water system was in operation at one-third pumping capacity and the village was working to provide critical water services. An es-timated water restoration time was first given for 6:30 p.m. and later revised to 8 p.m.

A little after 8 p.m., the village water system, al-though operating at very low pressure, was turned back on, much to the relief of village residents.

At least one of the local restaurants, Caribou Grill, opened for business, advertising a “late dinner” over Facebook.

During the incident, Facebook chatter ranged be-

tween sympathetic support for the village to frus-tration and anger in regard to how the crisis was handled. Several hours into the crisis one resident commented on Facebook, “I’m going to dig a hole in my backyard.”

McCracken thanked the local media for their help in keeping the village informed during the event and promised a more in-depth report as to the circumstances that lead to the crisis.


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tHe PIano manFriday, Sept. 7, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.RoundhouseTheatreinMcBridepresentsRyanLangevinasThePianoManperformingsongsbyEltonJohnandBillyJoel

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DON’T FORGET our Christ Centered lunch on Wednesday the 12th of September

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

There has been an explosion of knowledge within the general public when it comes to making healthy choices for themselves and their fam-

ily, as it pertains to diet.It used to be you either ate everything, omnivore, or you were a vegetar-

ian. Then there were the classifi cations of vegetarians. Did you eat eggs or fi sh or not? Soon it seemed people were becoming aware of the fact they didn’t have to eat those either, and became vegan. Some vegans are very strict within their defi nition, and will not wear leather, or have leather fur-niture in their homes. For some folks, diet choice is not a choice. They have a medical concern that prevents them from eating a lot of refi ned carbohy-drates for example, a gluten intolerance, or lactose within milk.

But where do you get your protein from? What about nutrients that may only come from cooked grain? If you are a person following a raw diet, you normally do not eat any food cooked above 104-115 degrees Fahrenheit, or 40-46 degrees Celsius.

It is a common misconception that those folks are lacking somehow, and their bodies are missing out on essential key ingredients. But are they?

Next time you are shopping, take some time to read the nutrition label. Not just for fat and sugar, but this time, for protein. You may be surprised to learn there is protein in all kinds of things. With unrefi ned or raw foods, they may not come with a label saying soak for two hours or overnight to improve enzyme accessibility and you will need to do a bit of searching on the internet to satisfy your need for knowledge. Bananas do not have a label saying they are a good source of potassium, nor walnuts full of man-ganese, vitamin E, copper, and omega-3 fatty acids.

The fl exitarian is a person who is mostly vegan or vegetarian but on oc-casion will have dairy or meat in their diet. This seems to be the choice for

Raw, vegan, fl exitarian, fl ex-a-what?many who may have concerns regarding meat, budgetary restrictions, or are interested in trying new things to see if a diet change will make them feel better with more energy.

If you are a person who is searching for ways to improve your health, you’ve more than likely considered changes to the way you eat. There are so many schools of thought it would take volumes to bring all the infor-mation to you. I would encourage everyone who is curious, to do a bit of research fi rst. Talk with your doctor, dietitian, or go online. Try to talk to someone who is doing it already. That way you will be able to make an in-formed, safe choice for you and your family. Our bodies all have different needs, and those needs change over time; maybe how we fuel them, needs to change as well.

The Valemount & Area Museum invites you to this year’s

Showcasing Ceramic Art Works by

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Come & join us and the Artists for coffee, tea and treats.

Call 250-566-4177 for more information.

September 8th—October 7th

THE COMMUNITY CHURCH INVITES YOU TO A CELEBRATION SERVICE

Date: Sunday, 9 September Time: 7 p.m. Place: The Best Western Hotel - Eagles View Room

Join us as Pastor Conrad continues to lead us through what the early church looks like in the Bible and how that applies to us today.

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A heartfelt thanks to the Valemount Community, friends, and family for their help and compassion during Arne’s illness and passing. After Arne’s passing, thanks to those who visited, phoned, sent food, flowers and cards. A very big “thank you” for thinking of us; it was such a blessing at this difficult time.

Extra special thanks to the Village staff, John Olson and helpers setting up the Curling Arena for Arne’s service. Ellen Duncan (officiant), Don Fisher (eulogy), Monique Jamin, Anne McKirdy, Ken Abernathy and Art Hart supplied the music. Anglican United Church women and the community supplied a memorable lunch that would have delighted Arne’s appetite. A bouquet of thanks to“The Pub”(Charles) supplying the delectable chicken, Arne’s favourite meal.

Truly, I and my family are blessed to live in Valemount and have lived here for 47 years.

Gratefully, Joan Nordli and Family

Big hugs for Dr. Markham, Heidi and EM staff that cared for Arne over the weekend of August 11th-13th. Arne was taken to McBride Hospital at 6:00 a.m. Monday morning. We are so fortunate to have the tops in a medical clinic at our fingertips.

My apologies for being brief as I am at a loss for words. – Joan Nordli

“Red Pass Rainbow”Above: Quickly changing weather conditions on Wednesday, August 29 formed a rainbow at Red Pass in Mount Robson Provincial Park. Photo by Andrea Scholz

Health Wiseby Laura Johnson


Fishing Derby

The Roundhouse Theatre Society Presents

“31st Annual Fishing Derby”The Valemount Marina’s 31st Annual Fishing Derby was held on September 1-2, 2012.Above left: Piper L’Hirondelle was the youngest boy participant at one year old, walking away with a new rod and reel. Michael Osadchuk (left) helps Don Bennett (right) distribute trophies.Above centre: Emily Steenman, 2 years old, was the youngest girl participant and was awarded several trophies for the under 6 age group, and is with mom Celena Wright and buddy Josh Bennewith.Above right: Riley Kunka (centre) and Braden Smith (right) watch attentively as the fish are weighed while Melissa Brown waits her turn.Below right: Jim L’Hirondelle (centre) accepts his trophies for Men’s Largest Rainbow Trout with Don Bennett (on left) and Fitz Plamondon (right). Photos by Andrea Scholz


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Development Variance Permit No. 2012-05Development Variance Permit No. 2012-06

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing for proposed Development Variance Permit No. 2012-05 and Development Variance Permit 2012-06 will be held:

Tuesday, September 18, 20127:00 pm

Village of McBride Council Chambers100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road

McBride, BC

The purpose of Development Variance Permit No. 2012-05 is to vary section 15.7 of the Village of McBride Zoning Bylaw No. 703 to amend the rear setback from 7 m to 5 m, front setback from 7.5 m to 0 m, side setback from 3 m to 0 m, maximum site coverage from 60% to 85% and maximum building height from 7.5 m to 10 m at the property legally described as Lot 8-9, Block 10, Plan 1373, DL 5316 – 399 Main Street.

The purpose of Development Variance Permit No. 2012-06 is to vary section 9.9 of the Village of McBride Zoning Bylaw No. 703 to reduce the side setback requirement from 1.5 m to 0.3 m and the maximum site coverage from 33% to 54% at the property legally described as Lot 10, Block 3, Plan 1373, DL 5316 – 1067 2nd Avenue.

At the public hearing, all those who deem their interest in land to be affected by the proposed development variance shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Please note: emails will not be accepted as written submissions. Any material received before or at the public hearing will become public information. The development variance permit may be examined at the office of the Village of McBride during regular office hours from August 31, 2012 to September 18, 2012.

Eliana ClementsChief Administrative Officer

VILLAGE OF MCBRIDENotice of

Public Hearing

THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE

The regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held August 28 with acting Mayor

Irene Rejman, Councillors Rick Thompson, Lori Kimpton and Raj Basran, Chief Administrative Of-ficer Eliana Clements and Deputy Administrator/Treasurer Danielle Smith in attendance. Mayor Mike Frazier and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine were absent. Four members of the general public were present as well.

Agenda with additions receivedCouncillor Kimpton made a motion that the

agenda with the additions be received as present-ed. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried.

Minutes approvedCouncillor Thompson made a motion that the

regular meeting minutes of August 14 be approved. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried.

ReportsCouncillors and administration provided verbal

reports on activities.

Canadian Forces stay in McBrideCouncil received a request from Joseph McDon-

ald with the Canadian Forces in Edmonton, Al-berta. McDonald and military personnel are in the process of finalizing their stay in the Robson Valley Community Centre and are asking council’s per-mission to close off the southwest and northwest sections of the Frontage Roads which will be used for parking and fuelling of the forces’ vehicles on the following dates: September 19-20 for 30 to 40 vehicles, September 24-25 for 60 to 70 vehicles, Oc-tober 9-10 for 30 to 40 vehicles, October 11-12 for 75 to 90 vehicles, October 19-20 for 100 to 110 ve-hicles, October 20-21 for 100 to 110 vehicles. This will allow two straight lines of parking facilitating the majority of the forces’ vehicles and allow the parking lots around the recreation centre and com-munity centre to be freed up for the local patrons.

Councillor Thompson made a motion that coun-cil gives permission for the Canadian Forces army travelling through McBride to close off the south-west and northwest sections of the Frontage Roads during their stay in the Village of McBride commu-nity between the dates of September 19 and Oc-tober 21. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried.

Request for meeting regarding recruitment and retention of family physicians

Councillor Thompson made a motion that coun-cil request that a meeting be scheduled with Dr. Charles Jago at the 2012 Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) Convention in regards to recruitment and retention of family physicians in

rural and northern British Columbia communities. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried.

Development Variance Permit receivedCouncil received a Development Variance Permit

from Jesse Trask of Hruby Investments Ltd. located at 399 Main Street and legally described as Lot 8-9, Block 10, Plan 1373, District Lot 5316 Cariboo Dis-trict PID# 013-936-808.

Councillor Thompson made a motion that the Development Variance Permit Application No. 2012-05 be received. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried.

Public hearing for Development Variance PermitCouncillor Thompson made a motion that the

public hearing for Development Variance Permit Application No. 2012-05 be held Tuesday, Sep-tember 18 at 7 p.m. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried.

Development Variance Permit receivedCouncil received a Development Variance Per-

mit from Barbara Jackson regarding a vacant lot at 1067 Second Avenue and legally described as Lot 10, Block 3, Plan 1373, District Lot 5316 Cariboo District PID# 013-921-745.

Councillor Thompson made a motion that the Development Variance Permit Application No. 2012-06 be received. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried.

Public hearing for Development Variance PermitCouncillor Thompson made a motion that the

public hearing for Development Variance Permit Application No. 2012-06 be held Tuesday, Sep-tember 18 at 7 p.m. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried.

Council meeting rescheduledCouncillor Kimpton made a motion that the reg-

ular council meeting of September 25 be resched-uled to September 18 following the public hearing for Development Variance Permit Application No. 2012-05 and Development Variance Permit Appli-cation No. 2012-06. The motion was seconded by Councillor Thompson and carried.

Event in recognition of local athleteCouncillor Kimpton made a motion that Coun-

cillor Thompson proceed with the organization of an event in recognition of Agnes Esser’s accom-plishments at the National Youth Athletic Cham-pionships held in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, last month. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried.

Council meetings open to the publicThe next Council meeting is scheduled for Sep-

tember 11. The public is reminded that the Village of McBride Council meetings as well as the Village of McBride budget meetings are open to the public.

Village of McBride Council briefs August 28Birgit Stutz

Contributor

Dates for Council meetings, agendas and min-utes, as well as information on how to address Council and provide input at a Council meeting can be found on the Village of McBride website at www.mcbride.ca. For more information, contact the Vil-lage of McBride at 250-569-2229. Additional infor-mation on Village happenings can also be found on Councillor Thompson’s blog at www.rickthompson.webs.com. Both Councillor Thompson and Mayor Frazier also maintain a Facebook page with public information.

The Valley Sentinel in McBride:In order to better serve our McBride readership, The Valley Sentinel is opening an offi ce in McBride in September. We would like to extend a warm welcome to our team of Allan Frederick, our McBride correspondent. Hours and exact date of opening is to be determined.

The Valley Sentinel in Valemount:The Valley Sentinel will continue to have an offi ce in Valemount. New Valemount hours starting mid-September are:

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It is back for a second year. On Saturday, September 8, marathon runners from all over the globe will be participating in the second annual Mount

Robson Marathon.According to Darryl Polyk, of the Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Associa-

tion (YORA), runners from as far away as Berlin, Germany and the United States will be joining over 335 registered participants, including many from Jasper and the Robson Valley, in this year’s marathon. “It’s a great event and it’s growing,” said Polyk.

As of press time 125 runners, just 25 shy of the maximum allowed, will take part in a full-marathon. Starting at the Mount Robson Visitor Information Centre, runners will wind their way up Mount Robson to the Hargrave Shelter at Berg Lake, and return.

150 runners, the maximum allowed, will take part in the half-marathon, fol-lowing half the route of the full marathon.

As of press time, 60 runners, 40 shy of the maximum allowed, will participate in the new Kinney Lake run, a 12-kilometre route for the less adventurous yet physically fi t. The run begins at the visitor information centre, follows the Berg Lake Trail to Kinney Lake and back.

Polyk noted that Robson Valley participation has “really boomed this year.” Last year just 10 participants were from the Robson Valley, while this year over 27 runners have signed on. “Even the Mayor (Andru McCracken) is out run-ning,” noted Polyk. However, Polyk mused a challenge between Mayor Mc-Cracken and Mayor Richard Ireland of Jasper is still a few years off. “Andru’s got to do a little more training.”

This year, runners will be using special “chip-timing,” a device built into the runner’s bib that will accurately record their times when they run across the start/fi nish line. Unfortunately no new participants can register the day of the marathon, as the chips need to be prepared ahead of time. Registration for the

Second year for Mt. Robson MarathonDaniel Betts

EDITOR

marathon closed Monday evening.Kids are invited to run either the one and a half kilometre double loop or the

single loop three quarter kilometre run near the visitor information centre.Besides watching the thrilling results, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. spectators are

invited to enjoy performances by the Valemount Oldtimers as well as a “Paint Mount Robson” demonstration by local artists. Spectators will also have the opportunity to make their own souvenir when they are invited to paint pen-nants. Face painting will be available for kids also.

Patricia Thoni, president of YORA, noted the marathon is still in need of vol-unteers. “They don’t necessarily have to go up the trail, we need most of them for the lower areas. They don’t need to hike up the trail and camp,” said Thoni.

“It’s great that the participation levels have gone so high up in the valley but it means we’ve lost volunteers, so if people are still wanting to volunteer they can call either of us,” added Polyk.

To volunteer contact Patricia Thoni at (250) 566 8244 or Darryl Polyk at (250) 566 4347.

Next year is the 100-year anniversary of Mount Robson Provincial Park and YORA hopes to host a third marathon in its honour. “As long as everything goes well this year we are hopeful we’ll have another event next year. I don’t why we wouldn’t keep going,” said Polyk.

Race Day Schedule of Running Events06:30 a.m. – Race package pick up available at Mount Robson Visitor Centre06:45 a.m.– “chip check” available at start/fi nish line07:30 a.m.– Full Marathon start (pre-race briefi ng 10 minutes earlier)09:00 a.m.– Half Marathon start (pre-race briefi ng 10 minutes earlier)12:00 p.m – 12km Kinney start (pre-race briefi ng 10 minutes earlier)02:00 p.m – Kids Fun Runs (ages 2 and up) – 0.75km and 1.5km events – parents may run with younger children03:00 p.m – Awards ceremony at Mount Robson Visitor Centre, including draw prizes


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Mt. Robson MarathonSaturday, September 8, 2012 is the Mt. Robson

Marathon, featuring both a full marathon and a half marathon on the world-famous Berg Lake Trail. These will be out-and-back runs starting at the Mount Robson Visitor Centre. For non-

endurance, runners there will be a 12 km run to Kinney Lake and back. For children aged fi ve to 12 there will be three or four km and one and a half km fun runs around the nature trail near the Visitor Centre. In addition to the races, there will be other activities for all ages and interests taking place in and around the Visitor Centre throughout the day.

For more information about the Mount Robson Marathon, please send an email to [email protected].

Schools Back InAccording to Valemount Elementary School Principal Priscilla Prosser,

the fi rst day of school is on September 5 and students should be there by 8:40 a.m. They will dismiss at 10:10 a.m. on this day and the buses will run right after the bell. School will start at 8:40 a.m. on September 6 and 7 and dismiss at 2:37 p.m. on both of these days. Students do not need to bring their school supplies until Friday or Monday. Kindergarten parents will be contacted by Miss Keatley.

According to Valemount Secondary School Principal Dan Kenkel, the fi rst day of school at the high school is on Wednesday, September 5. Students report

to the Valemount Community Theatre at 8:35 a.m. for an assembly, followed by Homeroom. School is dismissed at 10:05 a.m. and buses will be running.

3rd Annual Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club Poker RideThe 3rd Annual Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club Poker Ride will be

on Saturday, Sept 8, 2012, to raise funds for their club’s ongoing activities. They will also be donating 10 per cent of proceeds to a local horse rescue organization. For more information, please contact Riette Kenkel at (250) 566 4193, visit their Facebook page, or email, [email protected].

Legion Branch #266 Fall Auction and Steak DinnerThis just in, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #266 Fall Auction and

Steak Dinner has been moved to September 8, 2012. Come out, check out the goods up for auction, and have steak dinner as well!

Social Media WorkshopTuesday, September 18, 2012, there will be a Social Media Workshop be-

ing held free of charge. This three hour Online Reputation Management workshop is being hosted by Tourism British Columbia, part of the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism, and Innovation in partnership with Tourism Valemount. It starts at 9:30 a.m. and goes until 12:30 p.m. at the Community Services Building Classroom on 99 Gorse Street, Valemount. Pre-registration is re-quired. Please RSVP your attendance to Jennifer Robinson at [email protected].

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Donalda BeesonCONTRIBUTOR

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#016 Cutest house in town! 2 bdrm + office, 1.5 baths + laundry, north & south decks, detached wired garage, great corner lot with fencing. Excellent condition! Pet ok. $875. Available Sept. 15

#024 Mtnview Apts. No smoking, no pets, clean and quiet building. 1 Bedroom - $475, 2 Bedroom-$575, Bachelor-$375

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Feller Buncher 227 Cat, new motor, good undercarriage, most of this machine is rebuilt. Price $21,500 obo. Call 250-566-2471 GTS JULY 25

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2 bedroom house on acre-age available in Tete Jaune September 1. Call 250-566-9811. $750/month. SEPT 12

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A Permanent, Part-Time position of General Maintenance Worker I is available for the day-to-day operations of the Regional District facilities, services and programs. The General Maintenance Worker I performs custodial duties, provides customer service and equipment maintenance of a varied nature. This position involves shift work and temporary seasonal layoff may apply as required. Safety Awareness Certifi cation is required.

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT

The regularly scheduled council meeting for The Village of Valemount was held on Tuesday, August 28, 2012. Deputy Mayor Holly Blanchette chaired

the meeting, and Councillor Christine Latimer, Councillor Sandy Salt, Coun-cillor Dallas Bullock, Deputy Corporate Offi cer (DCO) Anne Yanciw, who is also acting as Chief Administrative Offi cer (CAO), as well as Heather Funk were all in attendance. Mayor Andru McCracken was not in attendance.

Correspondence for Action:

Valemount Quilters Guild Re: Usage of the School for MeetingsDeputy Mayor Blanchette made a motion to have staff write a letter to

Terri Dammann of the Valemount Quilters Guild informing her of the proce-dure as outlined in the new Community User Agreement with the Secondary School, regarding their request for permission to use the Home Econom-ics Room at the Valemount Secondary School, for meetings on the fi rst and third Wednesday of each month, from September to June each year. Coun-cillor Bullock seconded this motion.

CBT Re: 3rd Annual Columbia Basin Trust Water Smart Conference Councillor Salt made a motion to look into who has gone in the past and

the expenses for travel, regarding the Columbia Basin Trust’s invitation to join them at the 3rd Annual Columbia Basin Water Smart Conference in Kimberley on October 24 and 25, 2012. Councillor Latimer seconded this motion.

Information Items:Councillor Blanchette brought forward and read a letter from John Grogan

regarding last week’s council discussion related to Federal Boundary chang-es. (Please see John Grogan’s letter to the editor in the August 29, issue of The Valley Sentinel.)

Councillor Blanchette also read Mayor McCracken’s response, which thanked Grogan for his comments and agreed that, “As a former candidate for leader of the Green Party of Canada in 2003 and 2004,”Grogan would have a “better sense than most regarding federal politics.” Mayor McCrack-en’s reply can be read on Page 5 in this issue.

Administrative ReportsActing CAO Re: Cancellation of Regular Meeting September 25, 2012Councillor Bullock made a motion to cancel the regular meeting of Sep-

tember 25, 2012, as councillors will be attending the Union of B.C. Munici-palities (UBCM) meeting. Councillor Salt seconded this motion.

Economic Development Offi cer Report:Entry Sign FundingCouncillor Salt made a motion to receive for information only a report to

inform Council about the timeline and funding of the Downtown Revitaliza-tion Project and the Entry Sign at the intersection of 5th Avenue and High-way 5. Councillor Bullock seconded this motion.

Move fence on south side of Centennial Park Councillor Bullock made a motion to give Alpine Country Rentals permis-

sion to move the fence of the south side of Centennial Park by 2.2 metres. Councillor Salt seconded this motion.

Public Works Report:Water Ambassador Re: Year End Report Councillor Bullock made a motion to receive the Water Ambassador’s Year

End Report. Councillor Salt seconded this motion.

Financial Report: Council Travel BudgetCouncillor Blanchette made a motion to have Mayor and Council accept

the Council Travel Budget Report and approve Councillor Blanchette to at-tend the FVRL Conference using funds from the Staff Professional Develop-ment. Councillor Latimer seconded this motion.

Community Hall Table/Chair CountCouncillor Latimer made a motion to for Mayor and Council to accept the

Community Hall Table/Chair Count Report to assist in the decision of dis-posing the assets. The motion is to advertise tables and chairs for sale and sale and sell for nominal fee based on “lottery system.” Councillor Salt sec-onded this motion.

Bylaws and Policies:Village of Valemount Tax Exempt Property Bylaw No. 686, 2012 1st and 2nd

ReadingsCouncillor Bullock made a motion to have Mayor and Council approve a

1st and 2nd reading of Bylaw #686, 2012. Councillor Latimer seconded this motion.

Public CommentJR Osadchuk asked if council had been the ones to recommend the fed-

eral electoral boundary changes, and also asked if any taxpayers in the Vil-lage had been contacted for opinions. He also asked if it was necessary that all councillors attend the upcoming UBCM meeting, in light of the council travel budget being close to being used up. He also requested a copy of that budget break down. He mentioned that many people were not impressed by the Mayors comment regarding VARDA in last week’s paper, though he did not say what comment he was referring to or in what paper it was in.

For More InformationTo clear up anything mentioned in these notes, please contact Donalda

Village of Valemount Council Briefs from August 24Donalda Beeson

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Beeson at The Valley Sentinel, at [email protected]. For more information, concern-ing anything mentioned at the council meetings please contact the Village Offi ce and note that, as always, the public is more than welcome to attend these meetings, as well as make a delegation or public comment, on the second and fourth Tues-day’s of every month at 7 p.m. sharp in the Village of Valemount Council Chambers.


ACTIVITIES

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)The Lunar North Node in Scorpio’s 18 month cycle begins now and for you the implications are considerable. Pay attention to if and where you notice you are resistant to changes that are either healthy or somehow needed. The pursuit and incorporation of new visions, philosophies and knowledge will accompany this process. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)The Lunar South Node in your sign over the next 18 months implies a process of learn-ing to be that much more giving in your rela-tionships. It may be certain relationships in particular, perhaps with intimate partners or possibly in business. Learn to listen to and en-gage with others more fully, beyond personal habitual and instinctive reactions. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21Bringing those dreams that you really do need to realize for the sake of security into reality is the core theme with the North Node in Scor-pio. This next year and a half will challenge you to be that much more focused, disciplined and realistic. It is time to push frivolity and wishful thinking to the side. The pressures of this pro-cess are already here now! Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)Amidst many changes over the past few years especially the new cycle of the Moon’s Nodes is an invitation to incorporate more passion, joy and creative enthusiasm into your life verses resistance and rebellion. Opportunities for new levels and kinds of leadership will emerge before this time next year. Prepare mentally and emotionally. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23)It is time to step out of the limelight or away from the desire for it for a while. This is a call to go within and decipher what is truly impor-tant to and for you beyond the pressures and expectations of others or of the status quo gen-erally. As well, recognizing the genuine needs of others in your life and giving more fully to them will prove necessary and rewarding. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)The new Lunar Node cycle will challenge you to be more precise and factual. Translating your beliefs, visions and philosophies into more clear and refined forms is your main task. Perhaps it is time to write a book or build a website and start a business. You have gath-

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ered enough knowledge and experience for now and it is time to communicate them more pointedly. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)Over the next 18 months you will feel the push to build upon new foundations. Do not look back and affirm that the past does not equal the future. Acknowledge the abundance you already have and the opportunities to create more yet. Beyond acquisitions, this is a call to increase your overall sense and scope of personal power. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)The North Node in your sign over the next 18 months implies that it is time to be more self-assertive and decisive. Your main task includes developing independence and breaking free from tendencies to lean upon others or to attempt to try to be all things to others for the sake of approval and harmony. Cultivate the confidence to stand strong in your truth. Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)The 18 month cycle of the Moon’s Nodes is a call for you to transcend old mental and emotional patterns. You are meant learn that imagination and inspiration are just as important, if not more so, than logic and facts. Lifestyle patterns and rhythms that no longer serve you must be dissolved. Deci-phering what these are may be the first step. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)The needs of the many outweigh those of the few and the next 18 months will challenge you to acknowledge and act upon this realization. This includes participating in the world as one among equals neither standing above or below any other. Recognition and promotion of the ideals of democracy will emerge as top priorities. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)The 18 month cycle of Scorpio North Node will summon you to assume responsibility and authority in the eyes of the world. This will include a steady process of maturation on both inner and outer levels. Are you ready to rise to new levels of leader-ship, integrity and loyalty to causes and movements that serve larger purposes? Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)The Nodal Axis cycle will lead you to make new, better and clearer commitments perhaps than ever before and to live up to them. Learning discrimination and sound judgment found-ed upon recognition of the big picture over the long-term is a core theme. The next 18 months will inspire you to new vi-sions of truth, justice and equality.

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Saddle up for a great cause! This coming Saturday, September 8, the Vale-mount Saddle and Wagon Club invites everybody to come out and join

them for a fun-filled poker ride while supporting a local horse club.“The poker ride is a fundraiser for the Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club,”

said Riette Kenkel, poker ride organizer and one of the club directors.“This is our third annual poker ride and it is a fundraiser for our club’s on-

going activities like horse clinics and gymkhanas. We will also donate ten per cent of the proceeds to a local horse rescue organization.”

Registration is $20 per rider, and participants can win some great prizes.“First prize is a brand-new western saddle package, which includes a saddle,

bridle with reins, and a breast collar, to be awarded to the rider with the best poker hand,” said Kenkel.

“We are purchasing it at a reduced rate from the Horse Barn in Kamloops. It’s a 15”-seat Western Rawhide saddle, Canadian made, good quality. They will also exchange it for another size if necessary.”

Riders are also encouraged to sell ghost rider hands at $5 per ticket to non-riding friends and family for a chance for them to win $100.

“This year we also have a great prize for the rider who brings in the most ghost hands,” said Kenkel.

“The rider bringing in the most ghost hands will win a personal custom painting to be created by June Burstrom worth $800. You can see her work at http://www.mountainlegacies.blogspot.ca/.”

The poker ride starts and ends at Kenkels’ place (Steve Froescul’s old place) on 1485 Cranberry Lake Road.

“We’ll have some signage in place and there is a whole field to park your horse trailer in,” said Kenkel.

“Riders can leave any time between 9 a.m. and noon, and the last rider needs to be back by 4 p.m. The ride is four hours long at a walk, with reasonable breaks, so a bit longer than last year’s ride.”

Following the ride, there will be a wiener roast.“It will be around 4 p.m., as soon as the last rider is in and the prizes are

given out,” said Kenkel.“The Saddle and Wagon Club will provide the wieners, buns and fixings, and

we will have a little bonfire if we can.”The club is still looking for volunteers to help with the initial set-up on the

morning of the event, and to manage one more checkpoint.“We are also still collecting small donations from local retailers for draw

prizes. After the big prizes are given out, we put all the riders’ names in a hat and draw names to come forward and pick a prize off the prize table, so every-one gets a little something to take away. So if you are a business and would like to donate one or two or more small items as draw prizes, that would be most appreciated. We will be sure to acknowledge your generosity at the event, as well as in the local newspapers after the event.”

For more information on the poker ride, please contact Kenkel at 250-566-4193, visit the club’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Valemount-Saddle-and-Wagon-Club/164326306981971, or email Kenkel at [email protected].

So come on out on Saturday and ride for a good cause.

2012 Valemount Poker RideBirgit Stutz

Contributor

Shane Bressette of Valemount Community Forest (VCF) recently announced that they will be submitting a cheque, this week, to the Valemount Food

Bank in the amount of $3,500. This news came in by way of Robson Valley Support Society’s (RVSS), Penny

Rivard, who said she has personally “witnessed the lack of food [the Valemount food bank has] stored in their freezer’s and on the shelves in their building.”

As a Stop the Violence outreach worker and Family Support Worker for RVSS, Rivard calls upon the food banks in both the communities of McBride and Valemount “to help obtain food for clients and children when required.”

Like the McBride Food Bank, Dorothy Jones of the Valemount Food Bank has always supplied her with whatever she needs, but for “the first time in a long time,” she said, “the shelves are bare.”

A good example of, “ask and ye shall receive,” Rivard simply asked VCF if it would be “possible to donate some food and or funds at this time to help the community members of Valemount.” To which the VCF graciously responded with a substantial cheque. Another great example of community helping com-munity.

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BerndsenBerndsenBerndsenBerndsenBerndsen• 3 Bdrm family home• 3 Bdrm family home• Beautiful kitchen• Beautiful kitchen• Excellent location• Excellent location

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$189,000

•Secluded 156 acre parcel• Approximately 20 acres in hay.• Lots of wildlife!

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$159,000

• Over 1100 sq ft• Lots of updates• Large heated shop• Excellent condition

$84,500 1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th Ave1112 - 4th AveValeMount, Bc

• 5 bedrooms, 2 baths• Large/extended family or revenue • Double lot, fenced, detached workshop detached workshop detached workshop

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Berndsen

$285,000

NEW!NEW!NEW!1970 Cranberry Place

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NEW!1970 Cranberry Place

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NEW!1970 Cranberry Place

• 3 bdrm, 2 bath • 3 bdrm, 2 bath with basement with basement• Large fenced yard• Large fenced yard• • Excellent condition

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$220,000

Call Tammy TODAY for more information on these properties and more. Visit www.valemountlistings.com

Valemount Real Estate

Cell: 250.566.1025 • Offi ce: 250.566.0021 - 1418 Bruce Place, Valemount, BC

Tammy Van de NobelenOwner & Sales Associate

Jeannette TownsendManaging Broker

LOTS & ACREAGESSERVICED TOWN LOTS $37,900ACREAGES 1 ACRE - 5 ACRES

$69,000 - $149,000CHECK OUT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

www.valemountlistings.com

6 BEDROOM LOG HOMEBig kitchen - Brick fi replace

2 Lots - 3 levels$329,000

LOTS & ACREAGES

VALUE PACKED3 bedroom - 2 bath - GarageIsland kitchen - Double lot

$199,000

NEW LISTING

FAMILY SIZED HOME6 bedroom - 2 bath

Jacuzzi ensuite - Fenced yard$289,000

PICTURE PERFECT VIEWS!5 bedrooms - 2 bath - Island kitchen2.5 acres - Guest cabin - Private yard

$419,900

SHOW HOME PERFECTION! 3 bdrm - 3 bath - Formal dining room

Family room - Vaulted ceilings - in fl oor heatCentral vac - Double heated garage

$329,000

ROOM FOR HORSES!5 Bedrooms - Huge home- Huge potential

Massive shop - Barn- 4.69 acres$499,000

80 ACRESClose to town - Old growth timber

Spectacular views - Subdivision potential$350,000

MULTIPLE REVENUE PROPERTY3 rental units -Good investment

Large paved parking - Two buildings$189,000

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