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Valemountain Days 2012 – Schedule of EventsValemountain Days 2012 – Schedule of Events

For more information email [email protected] or call Chris 250.566.4688 or Jennifer 250.566.9905 or go to www.VisitValemount.ca/Events

Friday, June 22 Location: 5th Avenue – between Cedar and DogwoodLocation: 5th Avenue – between Cedar and DogwoodTime Event 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Face painting in front of Melanie’s Beauty Shop BBQ in front of IGA Vendor sales Silent Auction Raffle sales Kid/Adult Games 5:30 pm– 7:00 pm Teddy Bear Clinic between ICBC and Shop Easy7:00 pm– 9:00 pm Street Dance/Live band in front of Shop Easy

Saturday, June 23

Location: Sports groundsTime EventAll day Slo-Pitch11:00 am – 12:00 pm Parade (from Main St to Sports grounds)11:30 am – 5:00 pm Vendor sales12:00 pm – 8:00 pm Beer Gardens12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Bingo, Concession, Cotton Candy, Firm Foundations Youth Group,Children Activities 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Kids Centre (at Rec. Centre)1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Horseshoes and Antique Photos (at Rec. Centre)2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Initial Attack, Fire department Demo3:00 pm – 4:00 pm John Salt – Heli Demo5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Steak Dinner Location: Curling Rink9:00 pm – Doors Open Curling Club Dance $10 - 50’s Theme

Sunday, June 24

Location: Sports groundsTime EventAll morning Slo-Pitch8:00 am – 10:30 am Pancake Breakfast

Location: Mount Robson Whitewater- meet at Info Centre9:15 am Scenic Float Trip

Location: Kinbasket Lake Road Westside 10:00 am ATV Ride

Location: Sports grounds9:30 am – 4:00 pm Vendor Sales 10:30 am – 3:00 pm Loggers Events, Concession11:30 am –4:00 pm Kids Centre located at Rec. Centre12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Beer Gardens

Location: Various locations in Tete Jaune -Meet at Info Centre2:00 pm Mile 53 Hike

Location: Sports grounds 3:00 pm Raffle Draws3:00 pm– 3:30 pm Watermelon Eating Contest

or call Chris 250.566.4688 or Jennifer 250.566.9905 or call Chris 250.566.4688 or Jennifer 250.566.9905

Location: Mount Robson Whitewater- meet at Info Centre

Loggers Events, ConcessionKids Centre located at Rec. Centre

Curling Club Dance $10

McBride and District Hospital Auxiliary hosted their An-

nual Strawberry Shortcake Tea on Friday, June 8, 2012 at Beaver-view Lodge. Although no-one in the group can remember for sure how many years they have been hosting the event (20 + years), it has always been a big success. At preparation time they already had 50 pre-ordered pieces to be delivered to local businesses and service groups. By mid-afternoon 125 strawberry shortcakes had sold, 24 deliveries made and the day wasn’t done yet. Each member of the group baked the cakes from a special secret recipe for the event; about 17 cakes were used along with 8 quarts of whipping cream and 27 lbs of strawberries. The ladies put in a long day which was appreciated by all who enjoyed the shortcake and attended the tea.

Strawberry Shortcake TeaAstrid Frazier

CONTRIBUTOR

“A yummy McBride Tradition”Above: On Friday, June 8, McBride and District Hospital Auxiliary members (left to right) Carol Hammer, Jullian Ambross Green, Pat Elliott, Eleanor Johnson and Isabelle Bonneville, proudly display their delicious cakes prior to being served during the annual Strawberry Shortcake Tea, held at the Beaverview Lodge in McBride, B.C. Below: An example of a yummy strawberry shortcake treat. Photos by Astrid Frazier

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PUBLIC HEARINGSPECIAL COMMITTEE ON TIMBER SUPPLY

Chair: John Rustad, MLA (Nechako Lakes)Deputy Chair: Norm Macdonald, MLA (Columbia River–Revelstoke)

How can timber supply in BC’s central interior be increased?Forests make up nearly two thirds of the province and are an important economic, social and environmental resource in the lives of many British Columbians.

Over the last 13 years the outbreak of mountain pine beetle has affected an estimated 18.1 million hectares of forest throughout BC. The effects of the infestation continue to present major challenges to the forest industry and communities in BC’s central interior.

The all-party Special Committee on Timber Supply was appointed by the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia to examine and make recommendations to address the loss of mid-term timber supply in the central interior. Specifically, the committee must consider recommendations that could increase timber supply. A discussion paper describing the issue and outlining possible options is available online to inform and focus public input.

The committee will be holding a public hearing in Valemount on Friday, June 22.

British Columbians may also participate by sending a written submission, or a video or audio file. The deadline for public input is Friday, July 20, 2012.

For more information, including meeting dates, locations and times of public hearings and to view the discussion paper, please visit our website at: www.leg.bc.ca/timbercommittee

OR CONTACT:

Office of the Clerk of Committees, Room 224, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, BC V8V 1X4; tel: 250.356.2933, or toll-free in BC: 1.877.428.8337; fax: 250.356.8172; e-mail: [email protected]

Kate Ryan-Lloyd, Deputy Clerk and Clerk of Committees

Last week a few Valemount, B.C. residents discovered their vehicles had been raided overnight and at least one was stolen. The Valemount RCMP

detachment is investigating the theft of a local vehicle as well as the theft of personal items and change from a number of other local vehicles. Some time overnight between June 7 and 8, unknown persons entered and rummaged through a number of unlocked vehicles in Valemount apparently ranging between 3rd and 9th Avenues, culminating in the theft of a vehicle from an address on 3rd Avenue.

The Valemount RCMP are reminding residents to lock their vehicles and residences overnight and when they are away from them to avoid leaving valuable, identifi cation and items such as keys in their vehicles.

“Whilst we may all be comfortable trusting our neighbours and friends, it is important to remember that we also have to take into account persons we do not know who may visit the community as a result of the ever present traffi c on the highway,” stated an RCMP press release on Friday afternoon.

According to Constable James Bos, of the Valemount RCMP detachment, as of Monday, June 11, other than a “smattering” of additional reports of theft, there have been no further developments on the case. “We are trying to en-courage people to lock their doors so we don’t present to potential travelling criminals a nice ripe target for them to come back and visit down the road,” added Constable Bos.

The Valemount RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance with this matter. Anyone with information is asked to call the RCMP Detachment at 250-566-4466 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

RCMP requesting help on local vehicle break-ins and theftDaniel Betts

EDITOR

We are only human and subject to a knee jerk reaction when changes are imposed upon

us, so it came as no surprise that a recent an-nouncement by the Village of Valemount inform-ing residents that garbage pickup day was chang-ing from Tuesday to Thursday sparked a fl urry of questions, comments and concerns.

The memo stated that effective the week of June 18, “All residents who previously had their gar-bage picked up on Tuesdays will now have their garbage picked up on Thursdays. Also starting this date, all residents and businesses must have their garbage at the curbside by 7:00 a.m.”

The biggest question was why? The Valley Sen-tinel recently caught up with Mayor Andru Mc-Cracken and Public Works Superintendent Victor La Boucane to fi nd some answers.

The answer was relatively simple; after con-sulting with staff, it was an economically smarter move to go to one full day as compared to two half day shifts, and fewer trips to the transfer station with partial loads. As for having the garbage curb-

side by 7:00 a.m., it may or may not start at that hour, but with the new schedule, it is going to take a few weeks to fi ne tune the route, however once the routine is established, you can expect your garbage to be picked up at the same time each week.

The current bylaws regarding solid waste disposal,“Village of Valemount Solid Waste Bylaw 312.1989 Amendment Bylaw No. 511, 2001”sec-tion 6 states:

a) That all households shall provide and main-tain in good and suffi cient order and repair, for each dwelling unit, approved galvanized metal or plastic receptacles, with secure lids, and handles on each of the receptacles, of not more than 121 litres volume per receptacle. All garbage shall be placed fi rst in disposable plastic bags designed to hold garbage and secured with twist ties and then placed in the receptacle.

b) No cardboard will be placed in the recepta-cles. All cardboard must be taken by the House-holder to the cardboard recycling station at the Regional District recycling depot

c) And in 2008, Village of Valemount Solid Waste Bylaw 312, 1989 Amendment Bylaw No. 630, 2008

reads: No more than two (2) receptacles shall be permitted per Dwelling Unit.

Residents are reminded that the driver is not obligated to go beyond the curb to collect the gar-bage.

If you have any questions or require further clarifi cation of the bylaws and the changes please call the Village Offi ce at (250) 566 4435.

Valemount residents surprised by new garbage scheduleMarie Birkbeck

CONTRIBUTOR

The Special Committee on Timber Supply an-nounced Monday, June 11 its plans for con-

ducting community and provincial consulta-tions. The all-party committee was appointed in May 2012 to investigate and make recommenda-tions to address the loss of mid-term timber sup-ply in the central interior due to the mountain pine beetle epidemic.

A discussion paper available online outlines options for increasing the timber supply. “We plan to visit 15 communities and hold meetings in Vancouver to fi nd out which options First Na-tions, local governments, the public and stake-holders prefer,” said committee chair John Rus-tad.

“We are hoping to learn from communities what values and local knowledge should be con-sidered when making recommendations about the mid-term timber supply,” added Norm Mac-donald, deputy chair.

Public hearings are scheduled to be held in Valemount, B.C. and McBride B.C. on June 22. Participants are asked to register by contacting committee staff by phone, 1 877 428-8337, or by email at [email protected].

British Columbians can also participate by sending the committee a written submission, or video or audio fi le.

For more information on the consultation, and to view the committee’s discussion paper, please visit the committee’s website at: www.leg.bc.ca/timbercommittee

The call for public input closes on Friday, July 20, 2012, and the committee is required to release its report by August 15, 2012.

Public hearing on timber supply in McBride and ValemountDaniel Betts

EDITOR

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We do not publish anonymous letters, so please include your name and contact information so that we can verify that you wrote the letter. All letters are the opinion of the writer and not The Valley Sentinel. We reserve the right to edit letters for length, clarity or compliance with current stan-dards of public taste.

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The Valley Sentinel office in Valemount.

There really is no as-surance an important

message sent through so-cial media will reach ev-eryone who needs to see it. Consider the number of social media websites. There are over 200 social media style websites on the World Wide Web, in-cluding Facebook and Twitter. Yes Facebook is the most popular, but

some people prefer Linkedin or Myspace. One of the biggest social media websites, Sina Welbo, is out of China and has 300 million users. Facebook does not reach everybody.

Facebook is fantastic for keeping in touch with friends, family and even co-workers, however as an information bulletin board it isn’t as useful as one may think. It may appear that everyone you know is your friend on Facebook, perhaps many are, but it wouldn’t be surprising if there were a few people missing from your friends list. I think be-cause there are so many who appear on Facebook, the assumption is made everyone uses the popular social media website. Recently the City of Calgary made this assumption with potentially dangerous results.

On Sunday, June 10 the Calgary Herald reported that a boil water advisory was issued for six Cal-gary, Alta. communities, however many residents had no idea there was a problem, despite an alert issued through social media. According to the Cal-gary Herald, one such ill-informed resident ex-plained he did not have either Facebook or Twitter accounts, had chosen not to watch TV the night before and had been drinking the water for several hours before a co-worker casually mentioned the water might be unsafe.

It is tempting to believe a Facebook or Twitter post will hit everyone that needs to see the mes-sage, but can one be assured of this? Just because someone is logged into Facebook, doesn’t mean all their friends are logged in as well. If a user has hundreds of friends, are there enough hours in the day to go through all those posts? Are you always at your computer? Some people don’t use social me-dia religiously, only logging in periodically. I think the number of people who don’t even own com-puters would surprise many.

Even social media experts will admit there are limitations to social media technology when it comes to information exchange. Yes, some people will read your status, but not everyone. Those who do read your status may not pass along your mes-sage, even an important message such as “the wa-ter is unsafe, boil it before drinking.”

While social media is one good way to reach peo-ple it isn’t the only method of getting an important message out. Using multiple information sources and media has a far greater chance of success and will reach a wider range of people.

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Dear Editor:

At the last McBride Village Council meeting, Mayor Frazier was reporting on the Mayors Con-ference he had attended. To illustrate his main concern, he went to the white board on the wall and drew two large circles. In the left circle he drew an inverted Y, (I’m thinkin’, “peace sign...right on man”.) to make three equal pieces. In the right circle he made a wee little “diabetic” piece at the top and divided the rest in half. Over the left pie he wrote “Responsibility” and over the right, “Ability”.

The Mayor then went on to explain the great injustice in the Canadian tax structure, with mu-nicipalities having equal responsibilities (with the provinces and the feds) to supply services, but having only their tiny Property Taxes to fi-nance them. This is a good illustration of an old and growing inequity that Canadian towns and cities are trying to change. The Mayor also spoke about “Downloading”; that despised practice of passing down responsibility from Federal to Pro-vincial to Municipal governments and taxpayers (and to volunteers).

Then Council got down to mundane business, like mowing grass along the highway. A request for quotes had gone out and staff recommended

the low bid of about $4500.00. Councillor Bas-ran, being a practical, “get er’ done” sort of a guy, thought the Village crew could do the job and save the cash. But the rest wanted it done quickly, “before the Reunion” and “besides it’s not much money”.

Me... I’m sitting at the back, looking at those circles, thinking, “responsibility..., ability..., downloading..., provincial highway..., download-ing..., Shirley Bond..., downloading..., provincial highway..., Pat Bell..., downloading...”.

Sincerely,

Len McCarty – McBride, B.C.

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Dear Editor:

On perusing and eliminating some old fi les the other day, I found a couple of items that I felt would amuse some of your older readers. As they will recall, when BC Tel fi rst came to McBride, circa 1958-59, the number on the long distance calls was given verbally to the operator. Once at the Chilliwack Cattle Auction, I wished to make a phone call home. The following dialogue ensued:

Operator: “Number Please.”I: “569-2682”Operator: “Where is that?”I: “McBride.”Operator: “Where is that?”I: “Good heavens, girl, you don’t know where McBride is? It’s the bastion of

culture and civilisation, the birthplace of scientists and scholars!”Operator: “No, I fear I cannot place it. Where is it exactly?”I: “It’s on the C.N.R. about half-way between Croydon and Goat River.”Operator: “Oh, of course, how foolish of me, I should have recognized it. So

sorry.”The geographical illiteracy of American people is well known, as the fol-

lowing will illustrate. I was going to Port Angeles in Washington to see an old Aunt who lived there. I was travelling on the M.V. Coho, from Inner Harbour in Victoria. For the benefi t of any Americans who may read this, Victoria is the capital city of the Province of British Columbia, which in turn is the most westerly province of a country called Canada, lying due North of the USA, the boundary being the 49th parallel of latitude, and NOT the 40th, as was stated in an article in the Newsletter of the American Shire Horse Association some years ago. On approaching the gangplank of the M.V. Coho, I was accosted by an American Customs Offi cial, daintily chapeaued, exquisitely coiffured, fashionably clad, and sensibly shod. She said, “Where are you going, sir?”

I replied, “to Port Angeles to see my old Aunt.” She asked, “How long do you propose staying?” “Two or three days, certainly no longer.” “Are you a Canadian Citizen?” She asked.I answered, “Yes.” “Where were you born?” she asked.“Bombay,” I replied.“Is that in British Columbia,” she asked.“No, I’m afraid not, it’s in India.”“India? Would that be Indiana?”“If you say so, dear. It would be foolish and presumptuous were I to ques-

tion your professional skills and unique training,” I replied.“Welcome aboard, and enjoy your visit,” she said.“Thank’ee kindly for all your help,” I replied.

Michael R. S. Openshaw - Duncan, B.C.

Amusing recollections from back in the day

OPINIONThe future ain’t what it used to be

Dear Editor:

Everybody’s got a plan for Valemount, the Feral government wants multinationals to run our services, the BC Lib’s want to download responsibility and the residents are worried about survival.

What to do? Well fi rst, count your blessings, we are the .01%, it don’t get better than this. Second, don’t do something stupid; jails and casinos come to mind. Well considered plans that fi t the community are harder to come by but I believe Dan Kenkel has one. We have a perfect location and a modern high school crying out for students. The NORE program was a benefi t to the community and a Moun-tain School would further build on that con-cept. The village has the expertise to promote this venture. I can’t see a downside.

Let’s consider what other BC towns do. After

the recent Mayors caucus in Penticton,B.C., Mayor McCracken was quoted as saying that he got to hang out with Dianne Watts “and talk about what the real job of Mayor is”. I assume he was making a play on words and actually meant something entirely different. As the honorary chair or the Surrey Economic Sum-mit Mayor Watts has managed to attract such notable speakers as George Bush, Bill Clinton, Dick Cheney, Rudi Gulliani, and Tony Blair. Good grief, if Count Dracula and Attila the Hun were alive she could have invited them too, even the homeless are embarrassed! Luckily the “Bohemian Grove North” niche has been fi lled and Valemountians are free to pursue more positive venues.

Brian McKirdy - Valemount, B.C.

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Village of ValemountNotice of Preparation and Presentation

of the Municipal Annual ReportJune 26, 2012 @ 7:00 pm

Council Chambers735 Cranberry Lake Road

Please take notice that the Village of Valemount is currently in the process of preparing its 2012 Annual Report. Draft copies of the Report will be available for viewing at the Village Office by June 12, 2012Any comments received by the general public will be addressed at the Council Meeting on June 26, 2012.Lori McNeeDirector of Finance

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100 YeaRS oF monRoeS In tHe RoBSon ValleY: eVeRYone InVIteD! June 16, 2012Welcometoapotluckbreakfast,8:00–9:30amatthe“MountainviewCommunityhall,”thebuildingthatoncehousedPhilMarsh’sfarmstoreonMountainviewRoad.Wehavephotos,familytreeandapowerpointdisplaytoshare.Alookat“changesthroughtheyears”willfollowwithaTrappingpresentationbyBryanMonroe,aTelephonePolecampandforestrypresenta-tionbyMikeMonroeandatourofhomesitesandmemoriesthroughtheeyesofdaveMarshandShirleyGardner.Comebackforsandwichesandmorevisitingafterthetoursandpresenta-tions.

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RoBSon ValleY muSIc FeStIVal - aug 17-19Comeoutandenjoyaweekendofmusic,food,andgoodfriends.ThisyearslineupwillincludeactslikedonAlder,Allen&Alexander,BallGagnChainGang,andmanymoretalentedartists.Therewillbelocalvendors,foodvendors,andwaresvendors.Ifyouwouldliketoparticipateinanywayorwantanymoreinformationpleasevisittheirwebsitewww.robsonvalleymusicfestivalbc.com.

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Notes from All OverDonalda Beeson

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Community

Tuesday, June 19thMcBride: Beaverview Lodge, 2:00pmValemount: Valemount Community Theatre, 7:00pm

Free admission ~ Refreshments available ~ Everyone welcome

Presented by the Valemount Public Library and McBride & District Public Library

“Dedicated Service to McBride”Above: On Friday, June 8, Mike Frazier, Mayor of McBride, presents long time resident Mary Kolida who turned 90 years old earlier this year, with a letter from the Village of McBride. Mary Kolida, was recently awarded her 50 Year Pin for Dedicated Service to The Royal Purple in McBride. Photo by Astrid Frazier

“The Adventures of Gerry Andrews”On June 19, join author Jay Sherwood for a pho-

tographic presentation of his book, “The Adven-tures of Gerry Andrews.” Andrews worked as a ru-ral school teacher, forester, soldier and surveyor and his aerial photography dramatically changed forestry in BC in the late 1930’s. This event is being presented to you by the Valemount Public Library

and the McBride & District Public Library. The presentation will be at 2 p.m. in McBride at the Beaverview Lodge and in

Valemount at the Community Theatre at 7 p.m. Admission is free.

Ice Cream, Smoothies, Sundaes, and Milkshakes at the Gathering Tree!?Yes it is true! Coming soon to The Gathering Tree in Valemount, are ice cream,

milkshakes, sundaes and smoothies, just in time for summer!

Get your Robson Valley Music Festival Early Bird Tickets“The Lil Fest That Could”; Robson Valley Music Festival is a family oriented, 3

day world music and dance festival held in Dunster on the banks of the Fraser River. Early Bird tickets are available for purchase only until June 15, for the low price of $65. Even if you miss the early bird tickets don’t forget to mark Robson Valley Music Festival on your calendars for August 17-19.

Get Tattooed in Valemount for One Day Only!Tattoo Artist Scotty from Hollywood And Main will be a guest at Melanie’s

Beauty Boutique in Valemount on Monday June 25. His rate is $125 an hour. Feel free to check out his portfolio on Facebook under “Hollywood And Main”. Melanie will be taking appointment so please make them ASAP since will only be here for one day this month. A $50 cash deposit is required for all appoint-ments made. Call (250) 566 0009.

Open Membership for TOTAAccording to Jennifer Robinson the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Associa-

tion (TOTA) is no longer based on a membership model. A stakeholder is any-one providing a tourism-related service. Restaurants, attractions, accommo-dations, transportation companies, tour companies, etc.

Robinson recommends that anyone who falls within these categories regis-ter for free as they can be eligible for a host of benefits. Check out http://www.totabc.org/corporateSite/information_for/stakeholders/benefits-of-tota/

When the new Valemount Secondary School (VSS) was built in 2009, the com-munity had raised approximately $250 thousand, through Columbia Basin

Trust grants and personal donations to go towards the $11 million cost of con-struction. “In the past there were loose agreements for what could be used and for what purpose,” explained Neysa Weatherbee, one of the founding members of the Valemount Community Use Agreement Committee (VCUAC). According to Weatherbee although the school was originally built to be a community fa-cility the once loose agreement has since became much more formal and very restrictive. “We’re trying to work within the original framework of the agreement but broaden it, or in some cases make it more specific to the actual use that’s needed by the community and the school,” said Weatherbee.

Originally the Valemount Arts and Cultural Society (VACS) were approached to administer the use of the facility, however VACS did not have the structure, in-cluding an office and dedicated secretary to manage the task. Instead the Village of Valemount took on the booking and collection of fees. “Somewhere along the line the agreement was just signed off, and so last year when the letter of the law started to be followed it was not working for anyone,” said Weatherbee.

Having achieved interest from other users and groups the committee is now at a stage where they can effectively readdress the community use agreement. Weath-erbee cites effective community use agreements in Mackenzie, B.C. and Revel-stoke, B.C., which enjoy full community use of their secondary schools. “It’s almost like a business. They are able to bring in extra revenue to their school by using their facilities for the community,” said Weatherbee. She suggested fees collected could go towards the school in a variety of ways from paying for new equipment to help-ing to maintain a bus or vehicle that takes students to regional competitions.

VCUAC wants residents to come forward with different ideas and different ways VSS could be used by the community. One example is speciality cooking courses, such as a vegetarian cooking class. Mechanics and woodworking courses also come to mind as possibilities, which a community use agreement could easily address. One of the most obvious limitations is the fact the Valemount Commu-nity Theatre is inaccessible during July and August do to restrictions imposed by the school district. Weatherbee noted the high school in Jasper, Alta. is busy all summer long with, “just about any sport you can think of coming in and using the school and their fields.”

Weatherbee suggests anyone who is interested or has an idea for community use of VSS should contact VCUAC through Hollie Blanchette at (250) 566 9095 or herself at (250) 566 9198.

Committee seeks inputDaniel Betts

Editor


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On Tuesday, June 5 students at both Valemount Elementary School (VES) and Valemount Sec-

ondary School (VSS) were given the opportunity to learn about the people, culture and traditions of the Simpcw First Nation. Organized by Sherry Nicholas and Cheri Dehnke of Valemount, B.C., as well as Charli Fortier, Cultural and Language Coordinator for the Simpcw First Nation, band members dem-onstrated traditional games, crafts and songs. They also took the opportunity to present some of the history of their people and mentioned some of the important projects they are currently involved in.

Valemount, B.C. lies within the traditional ter-ritory of the Simpcw First Nation, which encom-passes approximately 5,000,000 hectares in the North Thompson region. Their territory extends

from slightly north of McLure, B.C. to the headwa-ters of the Fraser River near McBride, to Tete Jaune Cache, east to Jasper and south to the headwaters of the Athabasca River. Simpcw representative, Fred Fortier, explained during his presentation to VSS students that the Simpcw had village sites in McBride, Tete Jaune, Jasper, Valemount, Vavenby, Clearwater as well as many of the major river trib-utaries in the area. Students learned the Simpcw, who are part of the Shuswap Nation, have spent much time and effort proving “use and occupan-cy” within the region by uncovering archaeological evidence of their presence, including carbon dat-ing of bone fragments, arrowheads and footprints of old village sites. Students also learned some of the Simpcw’s colourful history, including ancestral connections with the Iroquois Nation and interac-tions, sometimes violent, with neighbouring First Nation people. A connection with the Cree people was mentioned, evidenced by songs and technol-ogy, which likely occurred through the practice of slavery in their distant past.

Students learned the Simpcw achieved a mile-stone in the education for their people when in 1975 students began graduating from their own school. “[It was]never heard of before, aborigi-nal people graduating in 1975,” explained Fortier. Since then, education has been an important as-pect of Simpcw life. He mentioned many Simpcw First Nation leaders, such as former Chief Nathan Matthew, have earned masters and doctorate de-grees in many different fi elds, such as education, health and science. “Once you get educated you live a better style of life,” said Fortier.

Marissa Eustache, a Simpcw student, demon-strated the drive of the Simpcw people to remain educated not only in the modern sense but also in retaining the traditional teachings of their elders. She took the time to explain the process of making traditional leather shoes. Eustache has apprenticed with her aunt, who began the same training at the same age, to learn traditional leather crafting skills. Eustache has already been learning for three years, but fi nds learning traditional skills while keeping up with her other studies a welcome challenge. “It is diffi cult having to do both,” admitted Eustache. She explains there is a tight window of learning, based on the seasons that her craft can be opti-mally learned. Eunice Donald, a Simpcw First Na-tion Elder, demonstrated to VSS students how pine needle baskets were constructed. VSS students at-tempting to make their own pine needle baskets found the work challenging, but all seemed to en-joy the experience.

Another highlight of the event was Charli For-tier’s explanation of traditional practices and the cultural divisions between men and women. For instance, in traditional Simpcw culture while it is the men who go off to battle, it is the women who make the decision to fi ght the battle in the fi rst place. Men and women have different traditional songs and the very spiritual experience of the tra-ditional sweat is often performed separately, with the exception of husband and wife sweats.

At the close of their presentation the Simpcw sang traditional drumming songs, including a “farewell” song. The Simpcw left students with the message that they want everyone, regardless of their back-ground, to enjoy all the freedom and educational opportunities that bring success, something their people and other First Nations were once denied in the not so distant past.

Local schools visited by Simpcw First NationDaniel Betts

EDITOR

“Educational Presentation”Above: On Tuesday, June 5, Fred Fortier, representing the Simpcw First Nation , gave a presentation to Valemount Sec-ondary Students to inform and educate them on their history and culture. Photo by Andrea Scholz

“Crafting Skills Explored”On Tuesday, June 5,Valemount Secondary School students had the opportunity to try their hand at crafting pine needle bas-kets. Above is a completed basket surrounded by needed tools and material.

Below: Simpcw Elder, Eunice Donald demonstrates the tech-nique for starting a pine needle basket. Photos by Andrea Scholz

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Local valley resident, Penny Courtoreille spent three days on the Kumcheon Indian Reservation, located near Spences Bridge, B.C., on the left bank of

the Thompson River at the mouth of the Nicola River. Band elders were teach-ing Courtoreille how to make a “silver willow cape,” the traditional regalia of the Cook’s Ferry Indian Band worn at special ceremonies. “I wanted people to know where I was from, what nation I was from,” explained Courtoreille. She wanted to wear something that would proudly symbolize her nation while re-ceiving a great and well-deserved honour.

On June 1, local valley resident, Sherry Nicholas, a member of the Acadia First Nation, proudly stood next to Courtoreille during a graduation ceremony held in Cranbrook, B.C., at the College of the Rockies (COTR). Both women hold the honour of being the first to graduate from the Aboriginal Education Support Workers (AESW) program. Not only did they complete the two-year program, they both earned impressive scholastic distinctions. Nicholas earned her place on COTR’s Scholar’s List while Courtoreille earned her place on COTR’s Honour’s List, both highly prestigious and well earned awards. Courtoreille’s achievement is even more significant when taking into consideration her hav-ing dyslexia. Nicholas reached her achievement while working full time and dealing with a slow dial-up Internet connection.

The AESW diploma is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to better support Aboriginal students, their families and school communities in a culturally appropriate and respectful manner. The AESW program includes 19 academic, cultural and applied courses, and two practicum experiences. Stu-dents receiving an AESW diploma may gain employment within a public school or choose to continue on to a Bachelor program in education, arts, general stud-ies or social work. Nicholas is already working at Valemount Secondary School (VSS) as the Aboriginal support worker. Courtoreille explained while the course was more geared toward school settings, the skills learned could also be applied to a community liaison person to assist in the health field or even the RCMP.

Nicholas and Courtoreille began their journey in 2008, when they started taking courses online through COTR, which was before the program formally existed. Courtoreille said the college had to scramble ahead of their courses in order to de-velop the program, which has now gained much interest. “It took many changes over the course of four and half years,” explained Nicholas. “They developed the

program as we went along.”At least two courses were taken outside of COTR; a Cree language course

through the University of Regina and an indigenous literature course from Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, B.C.. An extremely difficult linguis-tics course, which is no longer required in the AESW diploma program, was also undertaken. The women hired local language expert, Silvio Gislimberti, to tutor them on the course, but while the course was extremely difficult, it helped them both to excel in the Cree language course they were required to take.

According to Nicholas and Courtoreille, 30 per cent of the children in our valley have an aboriginal background, from a variety of nations, including Me-tis, Cree and Carrier. Courtoreille, who recently taught “Roots of Empathy” at McBride Centennial Elementary School (MCES), has been working with valley schools since she started the program. She was able to complete the practicum portion of her studies at MCES and VSS. “My family is First Nations. I love kids and families. My focus is to help aboriginal families and children, to come along side and help them through,” said Courtoreille.

Local women first to graduate from cotR aboriginal programDaniel Betts

Editor

“Honoured Graduates”Above: On June 1, local valley residents Sherry Nicholas (left) and Penny Courtoreille (right) received well earned diplomas at the College of the Rockies in Cranbrook, B.C. Courtoreille is wearing a “Silver Willow Cape,” the traditional regalia of the Cook’s Ferry Indian Band worn at special ceremonies. Photo by Cara Courtoreille


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“$1,100 raised for McBride Food Bank”Above: McBride AG Foods put on a Fundraiser BBQ on Friday, June 8, in front of the store to raise money for the local Food Bank. The cooks prepared over 200 hamburgers for the event. Photo by Astrid Frazier

“Hungry Bears”Above: On Tuesday, June 5, two bears were spotted along the highway just west of McBride for-aging on fresh foliage. Photo by Astrid Frazier


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Many valley residents were pleased to learn, following the closure of the laundromat in Valemount, B.C., that the laundromat in McBride,

B.C. had reopened. Vincent de Niet, the owner of the McBride Laundromat, made the decision to open his facility when he learned there was no public laundry left in the valley despite renovations being made to the building he operates from.

According to de Niet, running a successful laundromat is a challenge, con-sidering the high business overhead and the fact most people already have washing and drying machines in their homes. “Before the last closure of the laundromat, the business was running at a signifi cant loss in order to keep providing the service. With all the machines breaking down at high pace, I had no other choice but to rethink the options,” de Niet explained.

The reopened laundromat no longer utilizes top-load washers; the focus is now on front-loading high capacity commercial washers. “These machines generally do a much better job at cleaning than most household washers, so even for people that already have their own machines it would be worth-while using them, especially for larger loads,” said de Niet. All his machines have been upgraded with new parts. There are three double-load (20 pound dry weight capacity) and two triple-load (30 pound) washers, complimented by fi ve dryers. “I’m planning to install a mega load commercial washer with 40 to 60 pound capacity for extra big loads in the next few months.” He adds if there is a demand he will add more new machines.

All the machines at the McBride Laundromat use only loonies or quarters. A double load wash is $4 and a triple load is $6. Dryers cost $.25 for four minutes. While soap machines are not available yet, they will be added in the future. Anyone needing change can visit the Bottle Depot during business hours Thursday through Saturday. Preliminary open hours are Wednesday to

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Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours on Fridays until 8 p.m. After renovations to the building are completed, hours will be further extended.

“I would also like to thank the returning long-time customers as well as new customers for bringing their business and supporting the laundromat,” said de Niet. Anyone with questions may leave a message at (250) 569 7760.

“Front-loading high capacity machines”Above: On Friday, June 8, some examples of the equipment available at the McBride Laundro-mat. Photo by Astrid Frazier

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ValemountLearningCentre Upcoming ClassesUpcoming Classes

• Starting June 4, Kayak Lessons• Saturday June 9,Occupational First Aid

Level 1, 8:30am to 4:30pm• Wednesday, June 13 andThursday June 14,

World Host, 6:30pm to 9:30pm• Monday, July 9, Occupational First Aid

Level 1, 8:30am to 4:30pm• Tuesday, July 10 Transportation Endorsement• July 12-15, CORE, CFAS, CRFAS• July 9-20, Swimming lessons for all ages!!

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Local Traffic Control course,4th week of July 20122 day course. Anyone interested please email

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In the event of a cancellation, full refunds will be returned.

Application cut off date July 20. Max 14 students

EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT

Valemount and Area Chamber of Commerce and Royal Canadian Legion Valemount #266 are seeking a Summer Office/Museum Assistant that is qualified under the Get Youth Working Program. Working 30 hrs/week for 3 months, the successful candidate will:

• Work with the public, offering tours to museum visitors• Catalogue War Heroes Museum display as directed• General office duties, website updates, • Internet research • Attend meetings of the Chamber

Qualifications:• Personable• Good communication skills• Strong computer skills• Self starter• Able to work with little or no supervision • Own transportation

Rate of pay: $11.75/hr

Please visit www.getyouthworking.ca for eligibility requirements before applying.Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

Valemount & Area Chamber of CommerceBox 690, Valemount BC V0E 2Z0 Fax: (250) 566 [email protected]

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Village of ValemountRequest for Quotes

Logwork for Valemount Entry Sign base

The Village of Valemount requests quotes for Contractor Services for:

1. Preparing the exterior surface of the logs by washing and sanding or corn blasting the log structure;2. Applying stain (provided by the Village) to the log structure;3. Applying log caulking or log sealant to the top of the log structure;

The Valemount Entry Sign structure is located at the in-tersection of Hwy 5 and 5th Avenue, Valemount, British Columbia. The quote must include total cost (work plus materials), start date and completion date of the work.Quotes can be delivered to the Village Office or sent by email to [email protected] by June 25, 2012, before 4:00 pm.

Sidewalk ReplacementThe Village of McBride invites tenders for Sidewalk Replacement in various locations within the Village of McBride.

Scope of work includes the following:

a) Removing and disposing of old Sidewalks and extra Materials

b) Some Concrete cutting and Jack Hammering will be required

c) Framing, levelling and packing gravel Base

d) Installation of four (4) inches of Concrete with mesh reinforcement at a minimum 30 MPA.

e) Ends of sidewalks properly sloped to meet existing road, for wheel chairs

f) Ends of sidewalks properly sloped to meet existing driveway accesses

g) Broom finish, properly edged, with cuts every six (6) feet plus requested cuts

h) Remove forms and clean-up of area once sidewalk has cured

i) Extra cement MUST be hauled away

j) Concrete Construction a MUST

k) Random testing will be taken and a 10% holdback will be held until satisfactory test results have been received.

The work is to be completed prior to August 31, 2012 and references of previous concrete sidewalk installation experience and references must be provided.

Tender Documents will be available June 12, 2012. Tender Documents may be obtained from the McBride Village Office at 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC during regular business hours.

A mandatory site meeting will be held on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at 10:00 am at the McBride Village Office.

Sealed Tenders will be received by Eliana Clements, CAO, Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC up to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 27, 2012.

The cost for each tender package is five dollars ($5.00) (HST included) and is non-refundable.

The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. The Village of McBride reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Tenders.

For further information please contact:

Eliana ClementsVillage of McBride 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BCPhone: (250)569-3363 shop or leave message at (250) 569-2229 / Fax (250) 569-3276

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THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE

Village of ValemountInterim Chief

Administrative OfficerThe Village of Valemount is seeking applications for the position of Interim Chief Administrative Officer.

Duties include assisting with the selection of a permanent CAO, mentoring staff, and performing an organizational review as well as day to day CAO responsibilities.

The preferred candidate will have a diploma in Local Government Administration, or equivalent, and have at least 5 years experience in municipal administra-tion in a CAO position with a municipality or regional government in British Columbia.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of application and resume to:

Valemount Interim CAO Selection CommitteePO Box 168Valemount, BCV0E [email protected]

Applications will be received until 3 p.m. June 20, 2012

Village of ValemountRequest for Quotes

COURTHOUSE MAINTENANCEThe Village of Valemount requests quotes for the following:

Contractor services for:• removingallsidingonentirebuildingincluding

upper awning and dispose of all scrap siding• supplyandinstallhousewraponentirebuilding• supplyandinstallvinylsidingtoentirebuilding,

withverticalsidingaboveandbelowwindows• supplyandinstalldripedgetobottomof

buildingandaboveallwindowsanddoors• remove front and rear sidewalks and dispose of• toform,pourandfinishnewsidewalksas

discussed• cleanentiresite.

The quote must include total cost (work plus materials),startdate,andcompletiondateofthework.QuotescanbedeliveredtotheVillageOfficeorsentbyemailtocao@valemount.cabyJune20,2012before3:30pm.





New at the McBride Public LibraryAdult fiction

Dirt of Ages (poetry) – Gillian WigmoreFort Freak- George R.R. Martin

The Island- Elin HilderbrandThe Possibility of You- Pamela Redmond

Adult Non-fiction100 Most Important Science Ideas- Mark Henderson

To Marry an English Lord- Gail MacCollThe Back to Basics Handbook- Abigail Gehring

Growing up Amish- Ira Wagler

JuniorMy Big Book of Beginner Books About Me – Dr. Seuss

The Cowboy Fisherman – Seiji HiroeBig Nate Goes for Broke – Lincoln Peirce

The False Prince- Jennifer A. Nielsen

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Stolen prey ~ John SandfordDorchester Terrace ~ Anne Perry

11th hour ~ James PattersonThe wind through the keyhole ~ Stephen King

Adult non-fictionSow simple ~ Christina Symons

The enigma of capital ~ David HarveyI am Ozzy ~ Ozzy Osbourne

Fire canoes, steamboats on great Canadian rivers ~ Anthony Dalton

Junior FictionCastle in the air ~ Diana Wynne Jones

The search for Wondla ~ Tony Di TerlizziRage of the fallen ~ Joseph Delaney

Judy Moody and the not bummer summer ~ Megan McDonald

ChildrenLaundry day ~ Maurie Manning

Dinosaur pet ~ Marc SedakaBecause your mommy loves you ~ Andrew Clements

Tugg and Teeny ~ Patrick J. Lewis

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Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)A major focus on home and/or family is likely keeping you busy. This trend will continue for several weeks. This may not be the best time to venture too far. The pace is about to quicken and extra efforts may be required to stay focused. At best, you will be able to tackle several projects at once and get some socializing in as well. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)Assessing the scope and spectrum of skills, ideas, plans, projects and/or resources is a current theme. Stimulating multiple streams of activ-ity and/or income is likely. Creating a more solid base for the sake of security is motivating your fo-cus. This is an expansive time for you and the fo-cus is directed to your overall base of operations. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)That time has come to take a leap of faith. Jupi-ter now in your sign and over the course of the next year stands to inspire you to express your-self creatively, perhaps bigger and better than ever! Though you are probably naturally creative, imaginative and artistic, this transit offers a big opportunity to advance to the next level. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)Changes in your world have been rolling in steadily. These have perhaps been opening new doors and horizons. Yet they may have also left you feeling less secure than you would like. Jupi-ter in Gemini will synchronize with the need to exercise a deeper faith in the rhyme and reason of your life and life in general. Aim to gain mastery over your emotions and imagination. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23)Your sights are set on the future with added emphasis, as if all of a sudden. Stimulating your network for both practical and simply so-cial reasons is likely. Deciphering who are your friends and who are the friends of your friends will become increasingly important. Make this a top priority over the next few months to activate opportunities. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)Your career and public life are experiencing a boost now. The time has come to direct your fo-cus more deliberately. The desire to do so has likely been brewing and now it is time to take action. Begin by reviewing and acknowledging all that you have done and achieved so far. This increased awareness will bring confidence to broaden your base. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)Stimulations of your intellect are inspiring you to reach higher somehow. Whether you are broad-ening your horizons, activating a brighter vision for the future, activating your higher minded awareness and/or feeling the call to learn and study, you feel enthusiastic about the possibili-ties. Tune-in now so you can invest wisely later. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)Prior dreams, visions, beliefs and perceptions continue to fade away. This is a natural process and is healthy, even if confusing and challeng-ing. If this is not happening somehow, there may actually be a problem. Your main challenge now is to decide whether to answer the ‘higher call’ or to assert your will over current circumstances. Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)New doors are opening and this could prove to be a very exciting time. Yet you must also be flex-ible and be ready and willing to let go of old hab-its and life style rhythms and patterns that have served their time. This will prove to be an ongo-ing theme for ‘a while’, but if you begin now you will be a step or two ahead. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)The focus upon health continues. Since this is simply the most valuable thing ‘any’ person has, you are wise to pay extra attention now and over the course of the next 12 months or so. If you lack awareness or exercise wishful thinking regarding your health, the time has come to take a closer look. A healthy diet, at least moderate regular ex-ercise and supplementation will probably do it. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)A creative wave is washing in. It will inspire you to take a variety of key initiatives now and over the course of the next year. Doing so is more than simply ideal; it will give you momentum that you will be very glad for about this time next year. It is time to listen and learn more than speak and teach. Exercise a beginner’s mind and attitude. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)The time has come to nurture a deepened state of confidence. The main focus surrounds your earning potential and/or array of talents and skills. Ideally you have made an inner commit-ment to slowly and surely achieve more knowl-edge and higher realizations. Feeding your soul this way is the other pole to raising your confi-dence levels regarding your abilities.

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In 1912 George Clarence Monroe horse-hauled sup-plies to the advance crews of the Grand Trunk Pacific

Railroaders as they prepared track bed through the Robson Valley. He travelled by horseback from Ed-monton then carried supplies by pack train from the railway camp at Mount Robson through to Mile 90, named McBride in 1913.

He was in awe of the mountains, full of energy and enthusiasm and determined to settle in this “prom-ised land.” Only bonafide homesteaders were allowed to acquire land in the Robson Valley. George resolved to be one. From Pat Burn’s landing near McBride he rafted down the river to stake claim to land near the mouth of soon-named Monroe Creek on the Mounta-inview side of the Fraser. He was one of the first settlers in the valley. Six generations of Monroes have lived here. George’s father David filed for claims adjacent to George’s. Adrian, George’s brother bought Ralph Veale and Bob Alderson’s homesteads, also adjoining George’s and moved with his family to Mountainview in 1920.

Both Adrian and George were influential in devel-oping the community of McBride and the settlement of Mountainview. Contributions of the Monroe fam-ily in the McBride area include almost any enterprise associated with the valley. Geographic features are named for them. They, with others, started the Farm-er’s Institute. They were trappers, loggers, preachers, gardeners, teachers, soldiers, home makers, builders, mill owners, corporate managers, school and hospital board members, politicians, insurance dealers, real estate agents, business people, farmers, pilots, ranch-ers, school superintendents, photographers, poets, writers, painters and more.

Descendants of both George and Adrian remained in the Robson Valley for many years. Many of George’s still remain. Eventually all of Adrian’s family have moved elsewhere.

Generation 1: David Taylor Monroe (1844 – 1933) and Sarah Eliza-beth Hayes (1858 – 1938)

David was a U.S. Civil War veteran. He and Sarah had 5 children. By 1913 three of their children had died. They followed their remaining sons George and Adrian to Canada. Keen to support George’s new ven-ture in the Robson Valley, they loaned him the money to register a homestead and helped purchase the set-tler effects he needed to get started in the new frontier. They moved to Mountainview and filed for a home-stead beside George. David however was going blind so proving up on this homestead became George’s re-sponsibility.

Generation 2 : a. George Clarence Monroe (1885 – 1974) and Ether Bevier (1882 – 1959)

George’s first building in Mountainview was meant to provide shelter for himself, an adopted son, Harry Adams and friend Alex Farquarson for the winter of 1914. Ethel, not to be left out, surprised George my arriving, with their two children and Alex’s wife at the homestead on Christmas Eve. The 24 x 32 foot log structure was the home of five adults and three children for the winter. To complicate matters in the spring Alex’s wife gave birth to the first child born in Mountainview.

George and Ethel were market gardeners, farm-ers, and preachers. They initiated the McBride Farmer’s Institute and the McBride Fall Fair. They were Mountainview School trustees establishing the school in it’s permanent location while promoting Mountainview as a place to settle and raise families. They provided housing for settlers answering Ethel’s promotions in The Free Press. The Gordon family settled in Mountainview as a result of Ethel’s ads.

The de Haviland-4 that flew into the valley in 1922 fascinated George and his family. They longed to have a flying machine to see and explore the won-ders of mountains, valleys and lakes. The determi-nation to fly was passed from George to his descen-dants. Keith Monroe became the first family pilot, followed by his brother Ian. Mike Monroe also took flying lessons. Joe Marsh has flown helicopters for thousands of hours. Phil Marsh flew Hercules for the Canadian Forces. Doug Monroe has recently pur-chased an airplane and Shannon Monroe and pilot partner Cory Mercer fly helicopters commercially from McBride.

b. Adrian Angus Monroe (1889 – 1950) and Lela Alma Crumley (1894 – 1984)

George and Adrian early efforts to homestead and work in the budding forest industry were shared.

Adrian’s family was growing when he and Lela ar-rived in Mountainview. Adrian was keen to escape some of the rigors of homestead life. In the 1930s he moved to McBride and became a leading busi-nessman. He built one of the largest mills in the valley on property adjacent to what became Lam-ming Mills. His mill had loading facilities on the rail line and accommodated all forestry products of that time: telephone poles, fence posts, and lumber.

Adrian owned the fastest racehorse in the valley, a part thoroughbred called Netty. Fran Long won a horserace from McBride to the cemetery down the old road. She still chuckles remembering how she and Netty defeated other horses particularly those of her father-in-law Bert Long.

Generation 3:Sadie Grace Monroe Marsh Frye (1912 – 1998)

Sadie was the second child of George and Ethel Monroe. She spent her younger years thriving in the wilderness surrounding their home. A logging acci-dent involved the killing of a mother black bear. The cub was left unharmed and the children persuaded George and Ethel to keep her. They named her Alice.

Sadie completed Grade 12 in Colorado where she met and married Henry Seay Marsh. They moved back to McBride, operated a dairy farm and raised two sons, Jack and David. Sadie taught school in Mounta-inview, Penny and other small towns in the valley. She was known as an avid gardener.

Generation 4:Ian George Monroe (1952 – 1987)

Ian was the fifth child of Everett Monroe and Dor-othy Apsey. From an early age he loved his Monroe inheritance of hunting, fishing, flying and working with machines. He married Jocelyn Brandt and raised children Doug and Julie until his untimely death in a helicopter fire accident. He and Jocelyn were effec-tive logging contractors. Ian got his fixed wing pilot’s license, floatplane and helicopter endorsements and became a third partner in CCI Aviation. CCI stood for Charlie Chitwood, Charlie Leake and Ian Monroe.

Ian was instrumental in the formation and dedica-tion of Kakwa Wilderness Park. After his death follow-ing the helicopter accident, a mountain in Kakwa Park was named for him.

Generation 5: Barbara Dawn Monroe (1965 - )

Dawn Monroe Hickerty is the second child of Don Monroe and Edna Patrick. She has lived in McBride all her life, married Marty Hickerty and raised three children, Bryce, Paislee and Cohen. Dawn is a lab technician at McBride and District Hospital.

June 16, marks 100 years of Monroes in the Robson Valley!Sheilagh FosterLocaL artist and author

“George Monroe”1912 George Monroe with his team of Joker and Bob working with an advance crew of the Grand Trunk Pacific near Mile 90. Submitted Photo

“Monroe’s Mercantile, 1950s”Both Adrian and Lela were entrepreneurs and effective business people. After Adrian died suddenly in 1950 Lela carried on with Monroe’s Mercantile. In addition, she provided room and board to many of McBride’s more transient citizens. Submitted Photo

“Flying Tradition”Above: Ian Monroe pilots nephews Leonard and Andrew Foster and son Doug. Submitted Photo

“Generation 6: Tanner Quinn Mercer”Above: Tanner is the youngest Monroe descendant in the Rob-son Valley, son of Shannon Monroe and Cory Mercer. True to tradition he is learning a love for flying. Submitted Photo


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$29,000

• Spectacular custom log home with dramatic fl oor to ceiling fi replace• 6 bedrooms 4 bathrooms• Granite and hardwood throughout

11940 E Hwy 16DUNSTER, BC

$895,000

• Ice cream & fast foods• Large level landscaped lot• Serviced - on the frontage road• Lot or business? Options available

1008 Frontage Rd.MCBRIDE, BC

$179,000

• 424 acre ranch• 5 Bedroom house• Fraser River frontage • Wildlife abounds

10272 LOOS ROADCRESCENT SPUR, BC

$550,000

• Great for horses or hobby farm• 20 acres backs onto Crown Land• 4 bedroom, 3 bath home• Log cabin and outbuidings

4310 Hwy 16 EMCBRIDE, BC

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• Health supplements & bulk foods• Unique gift ware• Coffee shop and catering licence• Established business

McBride Trading Co.MCBRIDE, BC

$65,000

• 3 bedroom, 2 bath• Fenced yard, garage, and landscaped• All immaculate condition

$162,000 1480 - 7th Ave.VALEMOUNT, BC

• Over 4,000 square feet• 4/5 bedrooms, 3 baths• Vaulted ceiling• Over 2 acres minutes from McBride

1520 Dorval RoadMCBride, BC

• Excellent investment

1520 Dorval Road1520 Dorval Road$299,000

• 182 acre ranch• Extensive Fraser River frontage• Large house and barn•Beautiful sunny exposure

4855 Mountain View Rd.MCBRIDE, BC

$645,000• 55 acres - dream riverfront property• Immaculate 4 bdrm 2 bath home• Adjoins ungulate game reserve

11899 L’Heureux Rd. TETE JAUNE, BC

$895,000

Prime Fraser River Property• SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!7563 Daam Road

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SOLD!7563 Daam Road

SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!669,000

SOLD!669,000

SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!7563 Daam Road


SOLD!7563 Daam Road

SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!7563 Daam Road


SOLD!7563 Daam Road

SOLD!SOLD!669,000

SOLD!669,000

SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!

• Premium waterfront property with extensive Fraser River Frontage• Deluxe custom cedar home• Sandy beach and boat launch

1320 Museum RoadMCBRIDE, BC

$499,000

• 139 acres w/creek• Fraser River frontage• Beautiful home, great views• Nature lovers paradise

10050 Dunster Croyden MCBRIDE, BC

$449,000• 5 bedrms, 2 baths• Large/extended family or revenue• Double lot, fenced,•Detached workshop

1096 7th Ave.VALEMOUNT, BC

$285,000

• Approx. 40 acre parcel• Minutes from Valemount• Extensive Swift Creek frontage• Very unique• Excellent opportunity!

$199,000 Lot 4, Pine RoadVALEMOUNT, BC

SOLD!SOLD!• 2 story split• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath• Great Location

765 Dominion StMCBRIDE, BC

$229,000

• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath• Great Location

SOLD!• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath

SOLD!• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath• Great Location

SOLD!• Great Location

SOLD!SOLD!• Great Location

SOLD!• Great Location• Great Location


SOLD!• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath



SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath

SOLD!• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath• 4 BDRM 2 1/2 Bath


SOLD!• Great Location• Great Location


SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!• Immaculate home/shop• Sunny southern exposure• Minutes from McBride•Beautiful creek throughout property

4413 Mountain View RdMCBRIDE, BC

$279,000

SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!SOLD!

• 353 acres- off the grid• Extensive Fraser River frontage• Refurbished heritage home

42475 PennyPENNY, BC

$499,000499,000499,000499,000NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!499,000NEW!499,000499,000NEW!499,000NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!499,000NEW!499,000499,000NEW!499,000NEW!

• Commercial - Good size• Good visibility and exposure• Level - alley access

$37,500 542 Main StreetMCBRIDE, BCNEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!NEW!

• 40 acres - private• Backs on Mt. Lucille• Village water

$325,000 2525 Jensen RoadMCBRIDE, BC

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• 32 acre mountain retreat• Custom log home• Glacier views• Surrounded by Crown Land

$495,000 11944 Essen RoadTETE JAUNE , BC

• Great starter or investment• Affordable and spacious• 3 bedrooms, over 1200 sq ft• Clean and tidy

$104,000 1104 3rd Ave.MCBRIDE, BC

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