Christmas shopping security tips

Holiday shoppers urged to get informed.

Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General.

As the gift-buying season kicks into high gear with extended holiday hours, shoppers should make sure they are careful with their purchasing transactions to guard against fraud, Solicitor General and minister responsible for consumer protection, Kash Heed said today.

“Crowded malls at this time of year can make shopping stressful and distracting but if consumers have the right information beforehand, they can shop wisely, know their rights, and take steps to protect their money and purchases,” said Heed. “Gift card rules introduced last year also protect buyers by ensuring they get what they paid for.” [Read more]

Farmers’ market has something for everyone

Tasty treats, cultural crafts, musical instruments and many local keepsakes were on hand at the first Farmers’ Market of the summer in Invermere over the weekend. The unique collection of arts, crafts, food and more, will be staged in downtown every Saturday until the end of the summer. Located in front and behind Gerry’s Gelati, the market runs from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. each week. [Read more]

Should Light-Up and Super Sunday be together?

Another topic that came up for discussion at the Invermere Business Committee meeting on January 16, 2009 was all about Light-up night celebrations and Super Sunday. It was noted that two different weekends were becoming cumbersome and ineffective.  It was difficult for staffing for the businesses and they found that most people on Light-Up weekend did not shop and Super Sunday was not well attended.

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