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Crime spree suspects taken into custodyBy Sarah KucharskiFree Press Staff

Two male suspects have been arrested and taken into cus-tody following a four-day

crime spree in the Elk Valley.The two suspects, who are in their

twenties, were arrested for a series of offences that occurred between the Crowsnest Pass, the Elk Valley

and Cranbrook over a span of four days last week.

Elk Valley RCMP are uncovering further evidence in their investigation, according to a release

sent out on last Wednesday. Approximately 20 criminal

charges are being laid against both suspects who have a pending appearance in court.

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Curse Raising Ceremony

Florence Phillips and Kathy Stead enjoy the old time family street dance while celebrating the raising of the curse at the Fernie Museum. For full story and more photos turn to page 5. Photo submitted by Gabriela Escobar

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Caravan!Illegal bull trout fishing

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

There have been several reported cases of illegal fishing on the Wigwam River this summer promoting the Ministry of

Environment to take action.With the fall quickly approaching, and bull trout

preparing to spawn, locals are being reminded that catching these trout is not permitted under the Federal Fisheries Act and Regulations.

Anyone involved in illegal angling activity can be fined up to $1,000, Conservation Officer Patricia Burley said in a press release on August 15.

This fish species spawn in the fall, leaving eggs in the gravel over the winter to hatch in spring, according to Wildsight.

Bull trout are known for their big mouth and bright colours. The trout have disappeared from

many places due to habitat loss, however they still populate British Columbia rivers.

And the Ministry of Environment hopes to preserve the trout species through education and regulation enforcement.

Illegal angling activity includes using illegal gear, such as treble, barbed hooks and bait.

“Bull Trout carcasses have been found along the shore of the Wigwam River,” Burley said. “One female Bull Trout was found with its side ripped open and left alive on the shoreline.”

Other violations include failing to release fish in the least harmful manner, foul hooking and retaining more fish than the daily quota permits.

Under the act, individuals are not permitted to retain any bull trout from the Wigwam River.

For more information or to report illegal fishing activity contact the Ministry of Environment at 1-877-952.7277.

Bull trout are being illegally fished from the Wigwam River. Submitted photo

West Fernie project needs public supportBy Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

The city of Fernie is asking for the public’s help in the West Fernie Boundary exten-sion.

On July 29, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) released the official results for the West Fernie Servicing and Restructure pro-ject, confirming that the project has received the

required support to proceed.But the city must receive public input before

moving forward.Last week, council approved the distribution of

an elector response form to Fernie residents—a form that opposes the boundary extension.

Chief Administrative Officer, Jim Hendricks said that 10 per cent, or 378 of the 3,778 estimated number of eligible electors—residents at least 18 years of age who own property within the juris-diction—must sign the document for the project to be hampered with.

If less than 10 per cent of the forms are received by September 29 at 5 p.m. the first phase of the Servicing and Restructure project will move for-ward as planned.

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Forest fire updates across the areaBy Sarah KucharskiFree Press Staff

Despite the rain and cooler temper-atures that hit the valley over the past week, forest fires continue

to be a source of concern with more inci-dents, restriction orders and proactive measures being taken over the last week.

Last Friday, four small fires broke out following a lightning strike in Kragmont.

Volunteers from the Baynes Lake Fire Department quickly contained the fires.

“A lightning bolt hit a fence, creating an arc that lit four separate fires within 300 metres of the original strike,” explained Jaffray/Baynes Lake Fire Chief Dave

Boreen in a press release Friday. “Had it not been for the quick action of the neighbours who saw the fire start and the assistance of the truck and firefighters from Baynes Lake, the situation could have been a lot worse.”

The fires come after the Southeast Fire Centre announced it was lifting the campfire ban in light of the recent rain and cooler temperatures in the Elk Valley.

Boreen stresses that despite the recent drop in temperatures, residents and visitors must remain cautious when lighting any sort of flame.

“A day of intermittent rain cannot undo weeks of hot, dry conditions. If you’re out

in the forest, please use extreme caution,” said Boreen.

The open fire ban continues to be in effect, prohibiting a number of activities include firework usage.

On Sunday, the Southeast Fire Centre also rescinded an Area Restriction Order near Canal Flats that was placed after a group of fires to the east of the area. The overturn of the order saw the immediate opening of all main forest service roads including the ones for Kootenay, White-Rock and Whiteswan.

Meanwhile, the Elkford Area Restriction Order remains in effect, shutting off access to the entire Crown land portion of the

Crossing Creek Trail east to Round Prairie as well as the East Fork of the White River and the Bull River Forest Service Roads.

The Southeast Fire Centre is conducting proactive burnings in this area to try and ‘limit the potential growth and direction of fires.’

The hope is that these burn-offs will guide fires towards control lines at valley bottoms where containment can be established. The fire danger rate remains at “moderate” to “high” in the areas surrounding the White Complex, necessitating these initiatives.

To report a wildfire or unattended campfire, call 1-800-663-5555 toll-

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Construction has officially begun on new residential community, Montane

By Katelyn DingmanFree Press Staff

Yesterday, Parastone, a locally owned construction and develop-ment company, began developing a

substantial portion of the 660-acre parcel of land one kilometer from Fernie’s his-toric downtown.

The new residential community, coined Montane, will provide Fernie with 140 homes, ranging drastically in price.

“This towns been waiting for this land to be invested in for over 15 years now,” general manager of Parastone Simon Howse said. “It was starting to be viewed as a bit of a never, never project. Now it’s back on track.”

Originally, the land was purchased for the purpose of turning it into a golf course, Howse said.

But when Parastone took over the development earlier this year, they decided to turn the land into a residential community that will bring Fernie back to its historical roots.

Howse said that they plan to turn the “Old Barn”, originally used to house pit ponies for the Coal Creek Mine, into a

community farm.“The number one question people have

been asking me since news on Montane began is ‘What will happen to the barn?’ Howse said in a press release. “I’m pleased to say the barn is staying.”

A community garden will also be built on the land.

“The vision for the neighbourhood really came from a recognition and respect for the role it plays in the larger Fernie community,” said Howse.

On August 1, Parastone announced the launch of its Locals First priority selection program, catering the first phase of the Montane project solely to Fernie locals.

“We are developing a community which compliments Fernie and because of this, we want residents to have the first chance to buy homes,” Howse said. “It’s that Fernie first kind of approach where local people have an opportunity to build new on a large lot and still walk to town.”

With biking trails and walking trails in close proximity to the land, Fernie’s downtown will be easily accessible.

The first phase of the project will be completed in October, with 26 lots available by the end of the month.Montane project is Fernie’s largest property development to date. Photo by K. Dingman


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Lost Souls Project shows public their research


Last Sunday, the locally-owned and oper-ated Fernie funeral home, Cherished Memories, opened its doors to the public,

displaying nearly 18 years of cemetery research including four binders filled with the names of over 400 lost souls.

For nearly two decades, John Gawryluk and Corlyn Haarstad of Cherished Memories Funeral Services, have been gathering data on misplaced bodies from five separate burial sites around Fernie.

Their story gained national attention earlier this month when Global News covered it in a two-part documentary entitled, A Grave Mistake.

Gawryluk and Haarstad presented their findings to the City of Fernie in January 2013, asking them for assistance. One of their main goals was to preserve the burial site, coined as the Stork Cemetery, located in a ravine behind several houses off of Ridgemont Drive.

In June 2013 the city formed a committee.At the beginning of 2014 the City of Fernie

decided to move forward with ground penetrating radar (GPR) to assess that land and determine the location and amount of human remains believed to be buried in the area.

Gawryluk’s concerns with the site included residents’ property encroaching on the land, residents burying animals on the land and the site being overrun with weeds.

The site however is not currently recognized as a cemetery and was deemed a Historic Site by the Heritage Conservation Branch in 1979, protecting it under the Heritage Act, which forbids anyone from altering the land.

Gawryluk and Haarstad would like the site to be properly preserved, and recognized as a historic burial ground.

“You make the cemetery a cemetery not a weed patch,” Gawryluk said.

Haarstad added, “We could have stopped this a long time ago.”

Mayor Mary Giuliano commended the work they’ve done, stating, “Nobody from the city has ever discontented the work that they’ve done.” “I think it’s good that they’re opening it up. They have been very good about showing the public the work they’ve done.”

The city is currently waiting on the GPR results before they move forward in protecting the site.

“Once we hear what the results are, that’s when we’re going to act on whatever we need to do,” Giuliano said.

The GPR results are expected to come in at the end of this month.

Corlyn Haarstad and John Gawryluk showcased 18 years of research at the Cherished Memories funeral home. Photo by K. Dingman

RDEK asks for public inputBy Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) are looking to the public to review and comment on their newly-released

Sustainability Strategy. The strategy provides the RDEK with a “broad

strategic plan to coordinate all aspects of the organization’s activities,” said RDEK Board Chair Rob Gay.

Highlights of the strategy include the managing of transit expansion and non-motorized greenways, the designation of environmentally sensitive areas such as shorelines and endangered habitats, monitoring groundwater quality and diversifying the economy by attracting

administrative jobs to the region. The strategy also goes over the RDEK’s

objectives in agriculture, climate and energy and community planning.

“This strategy will be an important document for the RDEK for years to come and we are hoping the public will review it and provide us with their thoughts,” Gay said. “With that feedback in hand, we hope to fine tune the document and complete the project in October.”

The Regional Sustainability Strategy draft can be viewed on the RDEK website at rdek.bc.ca. A comment form is included on the website. Hard copies are available at the RDEK’s Cranbrook office. The deadline for the public to comment is August 31.


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and are open to the public.

• August 25 Regular Council @ 6 pm• September 8 Regular Council @ 6 pm• September 9 Citizen’s Advisory Council @ 6 pm • September 22 Regular Council CANCELLED

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings

Water Bylaw Education ProjectFor the duration of the summer, Elkford’s Water Smart Ambassador will be placing yellow fl ags on lawns where watering restrictions have not been followed. The fl ags are just a gentle reminder of Elkford’s water conservation policy. The District of Elkford reminds residents that outdoor water use restrictions are now in effect. Outdoor water use is permitted between the hours of 6:00 am to 9:00 am or 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Please water wisely as consumption during hotter weather has signifi cantly increased pumping times.

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Firearms RegulationAt the July 28, 2014 Regular Council Meeting the District of Elkford Firearms Regulation Bylaw No. 747, 2014 was adopted. The majority of the no discharge of fi rearm boundary will remain as it was in Bylaw No. 276. The southwest boundary follows existing natural features and the ‘Yellow Gate’ secondary road to the District boundary south of the Industrial Park. Schedule ‘A’ of Bylaw No. 747 identifi es the no discharge of fi rearms area; a new map is available on the District website and at the District Offi ce.

Battery Recycling ProgramBattery Recycle Stations are now available at the District of Elkford Municipal Offi ce and the Elkford Transfer Station and are open to the public during regular business hours. The following types of batteries are accepted: consumer batteries each weighing less than 5 kg: nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd), nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH), lithium ion (Li-Ion), nickel zinc (Ni-Zn), small sealed lead acid (SSLA/Pb), lithium primary, and alkaline (AA , AAA, 9V, etc.). Cell phones and their batteries, regardless of size, make, model or age, can also be recycled. Wet cell batteries are not accepted.

Summer Year End Pool PartyCelebrate summer with treats, crafts, and games at

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Locals danced the night awayBy Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

Children, teens and adults danced the night away last Friday at the 50th Anniversary

of the Curse Raising Ceremony Family Street Dance held on 5th St.

Locals square-danced to old timey Dance band the Kootenay Stringbenders, featuring Anie and Mike Hepher.

Refreshments were also served in front of the Fernie Museum.

Playing along with the Fernie curseBy Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

The weekend celebrations for the 50th Anniversary Curse Raising continued on Saturday morning at the Fernie Museum

with a whimsical play interpreting the famous Fernie curse.

Scriptwriter Lindsay Vallance modified the book Ghostrider, originally written by Fernie locals Anne and Bill Warrick, into a family-friendly play for all to enjoy.

Adding to the fun and lighthearted spirit of the day — which included many pairs of fuzzy ears — three attendees were pulled on-stage to fill three pivotal roles in the tongue-in-cheek ‘The Legend of Fur-Knee’ production.

Immediately following the final curtain call, the Fernie firefighters put on a BBQ for all attendees to enjoy.

A “cursed” scavenger huntBy Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

The final event in the 50th Anniversary of the Curse Raising Ceremonies saw participants scatter across Fernie taking part in the “Cursed” Scavenger Hunt

on Sunday afternoon. With clues hidden around the city and inside the Fernie

Museum — who hosted the event — it was a fun way of getting everyone in the town involved in the celebration of the curse lifting and on the history of the town.

Approximately 50 participants were questioned on various curse and town-related subjects, such as the ramifications of the curse, what Aboriginal group performed the lifting of the curse and the names of people captured in photos that hang in the museum.

Prizes were handed out to participants with the most correct answers.

Children tore up the dance floor at the Family Street Dance last Friday. Photo by K. Dingman

The play, The Legend of ‘Fur-Knee’, was performed twice over the weekend as part of the 50th Anniversary Curse Raising celebrations. Photo by S. Kucharski

Children searched the city during the “Cursed” Scavenger Hunt. Photo by S. Kucharski

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Letters to the EditorEditorialby Katelyn Dingman

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Children are gearing up to head back to school in September.

But after spring negotiations between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) and the government failed, it begs the question, “Is school going to start on time?”

During the spring months, teachers pleaded for better wages, and more importantly to have the current staffing issues resolved.

In May, I spoke with the Fernie and District Teacher’s Association President, who told me that teachers are attempting to negotiate class sizes so that student’s can receive proper individual attention.

I have to agree with her on this. No one should expect one teacher to be able to take on a classroom full of 30 plus students, some of which have behavioural issues.

Many children with behavioural issues require one-on-one support and it is not fair to expect teachers to care for them, while also caring for a full classroom of students.

Last week we received a letter to the editor eccusing teachers of being “two-faced”—a pretty harsh thing to say if you ask me.

I think that some people tend to forget the fact that teachers are not only asking for a $5,000 signing bonus, they are asking for better working conditions, working conditions that could drastically alter and improve students learning conditions.

We need to remember that teachers are really fighting for their students here.

During the spring, the negotiations resulted in class-room lockouts, cancelled recesses, picketing and loss of after-school programs.

These negotiations affected the student’s short-term learning. Children couldn’t catch up on missed assignments. They couldn’t ask for math help during recess on that equation they just couldn’t get the hang of—something we’ve all experienced at one time or another.

What teachers are really fighting for is the long- term learning conditions.

What’s going to happen if a child with behavioural issues doesn’t receive the proper individual attention he or she needs?

What happens to the children that get pushed along by teachers who don’t have the resources or time to properly teach them?

I think it’s time that we looked to the group that is most important here—B.C.’s children.

Let’s take a step back from the financial debate and get down to the real issue here, because after all, it’s our children’s future that is at stake here.

Re: “Farm changes a great leap forward” column.

Tom Fletcher is confused about the Ministry of Agriculture’s consultation, which features a public survey.

He mistakenly says it shows that changes in last spring’s Agriculture Land Reserve (ALR) bill “have little or nothing to do with exclusions” of farmland from the ALR.

That bill, which made exclusions easier in 90 per cent of the ALR (“Zone 2”), is now law.

It’s no longer a current focus, in contrast to the survey about ALR regulations, which is open until August 22.

The simple reason the survey doesn’t mention the bill or ALR exclusions are that they’re another matter.

It’s also illogical for Fletcher to imply that those who wanted consultation on the previous matter would oppose the current consultation. If anything, many want more of it.

To top off confusion with bad taste, Fletcher mocks MLA Lana Popham’s photo and bizarrely ties a survey question to Mao Zedong’s Great Leap Forward, which cost millions of lives.

Jim WrightPresident, Garden City Conservation Society

Richmond, B.C.

Teenager apologizes for recent crimes

As children, we all learn the consequences of our actions. It may have taken a few tries, but we would eventually get the point.

Sometimes though, when we grow up, we still make childish mistakes.

And for me, it only took one time to get the point across.One day, a few months back, I was caught for theft.At the time of course, it did not phase me, and I wasn’t con-

cerned with what I was doing and how it actually was.Being a rebellious teenager, filled with hatred towards

authority, you usually have no cares at the moment, although once you get caught, you will definitely get a reality check.

It’s honestly terrifying to be caught. It feels as if your heart will rip out of your chest from beating so fast.

There is honestly no desire for me to ever experience that again.

It shocked both my parents and I disappointed them. I dis-appointed myself.

At the end of it all, I ended up helping around the commun-ity and let me tell you, it actually feels good helping.

To make all this clear though, this isn’t to inspire you or open your eyes to anything.

If it does, than that’s wonderful, but this is just my experi-ence on what I’ve learned from it.

Just remember to think long and hard before you make any mistakes.

Name withheld by the Elk Valley Youth Assistance ProgramB.C.


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Complaint about downtown parking

I always dread going downtown on a Friday around lunch. The reason for going to town was to see my doctor on Main St. When I got to 5th I saw two tents; one on the street and one in the museum parking lot.

You would think that the city employee who gave out the permit would have given the permit a little thought.

Why not put these tents on the City Hall lawn? The lawn has been used in the past by the school downtown.

I then found myself driving around the Main Street and side streets trying to find a parking spot. The only place I found was a spot in front of the Post Office on 3rd.

The area was not large enough to fit my car. The front of my car was over the yellow line, which I got a ticket for.

I guess my biggest problem is why City Council would create this parking prob-lem?

The town we live in was established years ago and not meant for the establish-ment of patios on Main St.

City Council should have come out with the parking first. The patios take up valu-able space that is needed for parking.

Most of our businesses are downtown and parking is a necessity. The idea of say-ing, “Yes we will give out these permits and people can park wherever” shows no planning by City Council. I am one indi-vidual who has problems, and walking is sometimes hard on me.

Ray PisoniFernie Resident

Support for teachers, not for British Columbia Teachers Federation

I am the grandparent of children in the B.C. public school system. Both of my children went to school in B.C..

I was chair or co-chair of Parent Advisory Council's (PAC) at my children's schools for many years.

I was District Parent Advisory Council chairman for School District 5 for many years.

By my estimation, the parents would be able to get behind the teachers and put an end to this stale-mate, if being able to fire incompetent teachers was put back in the contract. It is incomprehensible to me that, in this most important job of teaching our children, there is no mechanism to get rid of a bad teacher.

I support teachers, I think there are many awesome teachers out there. I do not support the British Columbia Teachers Federation (BCTF), only because this union has gotten so strong that it is impossible to fire someone for doing a bad job.

Put this back on the table, parents will get behind teachers and this strike will be over.

Yvonne MillerGrasmere, B.C.

So after w e e k s a n d

weeks of intense sum-mer fun, capped off with seven straight no-holds-barred

beach days, we’re on a break.A short break.A mini-break.It wasn’t them, it was me. I just needed

a minute or two (days), to breathe, re-group, get the sand out of my dryer.

In the frenzy of activities and ice-cream cones, I lost who I was.

My grown-up responsibilities were being swept under the rug with crumbs and dirty clothes. I was being pulled into the care-free world of kids in sum-mer.

And let me tell you, in case you forgot from your own childhood, kids know how to do it right. No rules. Just fun. Don’t stop. Go. It’s awesome.

But after a while you realize adults have to stop for a reason. If we don’t, stuff starts to fall apart, important stuff, like having working utilities and a bal-anced diet. Time to get organized. Time to see other people.

I am lucky enough to have my par-ents living just one short, sweet hour away, so the kids are with Grandma and Grandpa, and I am alone. All alone. Yup, just me.

It’s quiet. I find myself pacing from one room to the next like a dog left home on a family vacation. I’m tempted to chew the furniture and pee on the rug, but then I’d have to put it on my list of things to clean up. And that is a long list.

Separation anxiety. I think that’s what they call it. I think I have it.

The thing about breaks is that often when you get one, you start to forget the reasons you needed one in the first place.

You only remember the good times. We had joy. We had fun.

I tell myself it was too much fun. We couldn’t have carried on at that pace forever. Reality had to come crashing in eventually. Better to nip it in the bud. Scrub out my laundry room, and organ-ize my pantry and pay my bills.

I call them on the phone and they are coaxed towards it, breathless and anx-ious to resume what they were doing.

They haven’t skipped a beat. I ask them for too many details. I know bet-ter. You should never ask for details of their time spent during a break.

It always stings. So I will follow through with my

desired time to myself. I will clean. I will re-stock. And I will

get that pesky sand out of the dryer. But before I do that, I’m going to run

through the sprinkler while simultan-eously eating an ice-cream cone and singing Taylor Swift at the top of my lungs. I can’t wait to get back together.

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Shelby Cain

Correction in last weeks Free Press: Shirley Davey’s last name was spelled incorrectly. The correct spelling of her last name is Davey, not Davy.


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Mondays• 7:00 to 9:30am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 8:45 to 9:30am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 4:00 – Special Olympics Athletes Bowling in Sparwood• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Prenatal Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre

Tuesdays• 8:30 to 9:15am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to 11.15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:00 to noon - Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Toonie Tuesday Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 3:00pm – Computer Fun at the Sparwood Library• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 4:45pm – Lego Club, ages 6 – 10, Fernie Library• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Full Charge Workout at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 – Ladies Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall• 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Yoga at the

Sparwood Rec Centre• 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ at the Sparwood Pool

Wednesdays• 7:00 to 9:30am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 8:45 to 9:30am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:00 to 10:00am – Gentle Flow Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 11:00 to noon - Toddlertime at the Fernie Library for ages 2 & under• 12:00pm - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Hot Dog Day Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 4:45pm – The Puzzlers, ages 9-12 at the Fernie Library• 5:00 to 9:00pm – Concert Series and Fernie Craft Fair at Station Square • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30pm – Fernie Women on Wheels Group Ride at the Guide’s Hut• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Pilates at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 7:00 to 9:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie• 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

Thursdays• 8:30 to 9:15am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 8:45 to 9:30am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am - MOMs Group at the Fernie Library• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to 11.15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:30am – Kids Sing-A-Long and

Play Group at Infi nitea• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lanes Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Crooked Crayon Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 5:00pm – Green Thumbs Environmental Club at the Sparwood Library• 3:30 to 4:45pm – Living Books, ages 6-10, Fernie Library• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Full Charge Workout at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 6:00 – Youth Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00pm – Scott Thursday Night Race Series presented by Kelsey’s • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 7:30 to 9:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing• 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Fridays• 7:00 to 9:30am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to 11.15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:00 to 11:45 – Lunch Box Storytime at Rotary Park for ages 0-5 years (BYO picnic)• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Treat Day Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 4:45pm – Pioneer Crafts at the Fernie Library, ages 7-10 (registration required)• 4:00 to 5:30pm – Free Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool

• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Pool• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00pm - Jitney Darts at the Fernie Legion – everyone is welcome

Saturdays• 9:00 to 12:30pm - Jaffray – Baynes Lake Farmer’s Market • 12:00 to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 3:00pm – Infl atable Crocodile hours at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 2:00 to 4:00pm – DnD for Teens at the Fernie Library• 2:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 4:00 to 6:00pm - Meat Draw at the Fernie Legion • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Women & Men’s night at Old School Boxing• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Sundays• 9:00am – Fernie Pets Society Group Walk at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 12:00 to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:30pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 3:00pm – Infl atable Crocodile hours at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:30pm – ‘Game On!’ board games at the Fernie Library• 1:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 4:30pm – Game On! Board Games for all ages at the Fernie Library• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Pilates at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 7:30pm - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

Around the Valley is a free listing to any local service.Please send an email to [email protected] or drop off a brief description of your event at The Free Press office.

August23 Wild Mountain Fernie

Enduro24 Island Lake Guided Hike –

Spineback Ridge Trail24 Fernie’s Got Fashion &

Fernie’s Got Talent27 Operation: Art! Fernie Arts

Station 9 am28 Opening Reception, Fernie

Arts Station 7 pm30 Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam at

the City Dirt Jumps30 Fernie Ultra: 80km Trail Race,

6 Stage Ultra Run31 Comfest31 Fernie Lions Club Annual

Demo Derby

September1 Island Lake Guided Hike –

Heiko’s Trail2-3 Women’s Mountain Bike

Camps, FAR (Beginner & Intermediate riders)

6 Tears and Gears Mountain Duathlon 9-2 pm

9 Project 9 Race – Meet at Island Lake Parking lot – 7 pm

11 Honey in the Jar, Fernie Arts Station 8 pm

14 Island Lake Guided Hike – Rock Way – Mt. Fernie- Island Lake Lodge

20 Dirt Diggler – details to be announced on bikefernie.ca

20 Emily Brydon Foundation Event, Fernie Golf & Country Club

20 Tom Savage, Fernie Arts Station 8 pm

21 Ladies Closing, Fernie Golf & Country Club

25 Opening Reception, Fernie Arts Station 7 pm

27 Fernie Mountain Bike Club season ending event - details on bikefernie.ca

October5 Men’s Closing, Fernie Golf

& Country Club5 Fernie Half Marathon,

Annex Park8 Strands, Fernie Arts

Station 8 pm12 Ironman Open, Fernie Golf

& Country Club

City CouncilMeeting Schedule

Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

City of Fernie Contact Info:City HallPh: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034Email: [email protected]: www.fernie.ca501-3rd Avenue, Box 190Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.(Closed statutory holidays)After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226

Fernie Aquatic Centre250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466

Fernie Memorial Arena991-6th Avenue (Highway 3)

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Come Join the CelebrationTo mark the 100th anniversary of Canada's first National Internment Operations of 1914-1920, the City of Fernie will be partaking in a “wave” of plaque unveilings, from coast to coast to call attention to the injustice experienced by Ukrainians and other Europeans during the Great War.

Please set aside 11:00am on Friday, August 22, 2014 to witness the unveiling “Be there to remember and to Learn”

Location: Dogwood Park/ Leroux Ponds (At the bottom of the hill on 4th Avenue turn right, and proceed to the large memorial rock for the Fernie/Morrissey Internment Camp or follow the signs to the Dogwood Park located at 4th Street 6th Avenue.

The Fernie/Morrissey Internment Camp was one of the 24 internment camps set up during the Great War. For more information contact the Fernie and District Historical Museum or stop by at 491 2nd Ave.

Bears in and around our CommunityThe City of Fernie reminds residents to store their garbage in a secure garage or shed or inside your house until collection day. Excess garbage may be taken to the Transfer Station located on Hwy 3 at Brenner Rd across from Home Hardware, Monday-Friday (9 am - 5 pm) and Saturday-Sunday (10 am - 4 pm).

Waste & Regulation Bylaw No. 1845It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that there are no unnatural food sources available to attract bears into residential areas. The Waste & Regulation Bylaw No. 1845 specifies that it is unlawful to accumulate, place or store wildlife attractants (garbage, food products, food waste and other accessible, edible products or waste that attracts wildlife) under your carport, on your deck, in your backyard or in such a manner as to promote an increase in bear activity, thereby creating a risk to the safety of the public in the neighborhood or vicinity.

By complying with this bylaw and keeping your property free of attractants (garbage and bird feeders), bears will move on resulting in a safer community and avoiding the unnecessary destruction of bears. Your help and compliance is appreciated.

Keep our community safe.Manage your garbage, fruit trees and other bear

attractants responsibly.

Employment OpportunitiesThe City of Fernie is currently seeking a qualified Journeyman (Heavy Duty Mechanic) and an Operator 3 (Certified) Waste Water Collection and Treatment for the Public Works department.

Journeyman (Heavy Duty Mechanic) Responsible for maintenance and repair of a wide variety of gasoline and diesel powered equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, street sweepers, sanders, loaders, farm tractors and all related attachments; as well as maintenance and repairs to small motors on pumps, compressors, mowers, etc. This is a fully experienced journeyman working level position.

Operator 3 (Certified) Waste Water Collection and TreatmentResponsible for maximizing the performance of the wastewater collection and treatment facilities, troubleshooting and resolving problems, performing various wastewater tests and making adjustments as appropriate, and ensuring the minimization of all safety and health risks and environmental concerns.

In addition to these responsibilities, both positions will also operate various large and small equipment (as required) to cover manpower shortages and/or peak demands.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with current CUPE contract. Further details are available on the City website “Job Opportunities” page. Detailed applications containing resume and references should be addressed to:

Dave Cockwell, Director of Operational Services City of Fernie PO Box 190 501 – 3rd Avenue Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

Public Hearing On Monday, September 8, 2014 At 7:00PmNotice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, September 8, 2014 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at Fernie City Hall located at 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie BC so that Council may hear representations from the public who deem an interest in the properties affected by the proposed amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 1750 for:

Applicant: Montane Developments Ltd., Inc. No. BC0936724

Location: Whitetail Drive

Legal Description: Portion of Lot A, DL 4589, Kootenay District, Plan NEP66828 and a Portion of Lot A, DL 4589, Kootenay District, Plan 9587, Except Plans NEP22339, NEP62291, NEP62407, NEP62408, NEP64706, NEP64864, NEP65351, NEP66828 and NEP66830.

Bylaw: Zoning Bylaw No. 1750, Amendment Bylaw No.168, Bylaw No. 2252, 2014

Any submissions received after 5:00PM, Monday, September 8, 2014 will not be accepted. No representation will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. All submissions must include your name and street address. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning Department at 250.423.6817 or via email at [email protected].

Copies of the proposed bylaw amendment and other relevant documents may be viewed at City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC during normal business hours from 8:00am to 4:00pm August 21, 2014 to August 31, 2014 and 8:00am to 5:00pm September 1, 2014 to September 8, 2014 (excluding weekends and statutory holidays), or online at www.fernie.ca.

Requested Zoning Changes in Comprehensive Development One Zone Sub Area

From: To:

MU2 – Multiple Unit Two;LR2 – Leisure Recreation Two; andLR1 – Leisure Recreation One

DR1 – Detached Residential One

Comments can be made in person at the Public Hearing, or in any of the following methods:

By Email: [email protected] Person: City Hall 501 – 3rd AvenueBy Fax: (250) 423-3034By Mail: City of Fernie, Planning Department, PO Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0

The applicant is proposing to rezone a portion of the subject property to provide for single detached residential units with or without an attached or detached secondary residential dwelling unit.

Proposed West Fernie Boundary ExtensionThe Regional District of East Kootenay has requested the inclusion of West Fernie within the municipal boundary of the City of Fernie. The RDEK’s request follows their recent West Fernie Servicing and Restructure Petition that resulted in a majority of West Fernie property owners indicating their support for a governance restructure to join the City.

Information on the proposed West Fernie boundary extension can be found on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca or at Fernie City Hall, located at 501 – 3rd Avenue, during regular business hours. A public meeting will also be held to provide information and allow electors to ask questions related to the proposed boundary extension. The time and date of the meeting will be advertised in The Free Press and on the City’s website once confirmed.

Subject Property

City Election Nomination Packages Now Available!On November 15th, eligible electors will vote for: one Mayor, six Councillors and one public School Trustee.

If you are interesting in running for public office, you can obtain a nomination package online at www.fernie.ca/EN/main/city/2014-general-local-election/candidate-information.html or in person at Fernie City Hall, 501 3rd Avenue during regular office hours, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. You will need at least two local nominators and will have to submit a $100 deposit with your nomination papers.

To learn more about the upcoming election, please visit the City’s website at www.fernie.ca or contact the Chief Election Officer, Kevin Allen, at [email protected] or 240-423-8617.

Interested in becoming a lifeguard? The Fernie Aquatic Centre is hosting a Bronze Star Camp on August 25th-29th. This course focuses on basic lifeguarding skills including first aid and CPR. The prerequisite for this course is 10 years of age. This course is the first step to becoming a National Lifeguard. Contact the Fernie Aquatic Centre at 250-423-4466 if you have any questions.



district of sparwood

Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: [email protected]

www.sparwood.ca

Upcoming Meetings of Council(in Council Chambers)

Monday, August 25 Committee of the Whole Meeting CANCELLEDTuesday, September 2 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pmMonday, September 15 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Monday, September 29 Committee of the Whole Meeting at 7:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYPosition: Casual ClerkDate of Posting: August 7th, 2014

Nature of Position:Reporting to the Director of Finance, the District of Sparwood has an opening for a Casual Clerk. This casual position is on an on-call basis to cover absences due to illness, vacation, special leaves or any approved leave, to fi ll temporary vacancies, augment staffi ng levels during peak periods. This position may also be scheduled to provide on-call back-up to the Public Works Department.

Successful applicant must have the following skills:• ability to deal with the public both in person and by telephone in a courteous and effective manner;• excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word;• familiar with other Microsoft Offi ce and Adobe software products;• relevant accounting experience – ie. cash receipting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable and

payroll;• good writing skills, ability to draft letters;• ability to work with minimal supervision is a necessity.

Detailed job specifi cations can be found on the District of Sparwood Website www.sparwood.ca.

Wages and conditions of employment are governed by the current Collective Agreement with CUPE Local 2698 and would be at the Casual Clerk rate (currently $24.16 per hour).

Closing date is Friday, August 29, 2014 at 4:00 PM.

Please send detailed cover letter and resume to: Barbara Nunes Director of Finance District of Sparwood Box 520, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Fax: 250-425-7277 E-mail: [email protected]

Disposition of Land: Lots for SaleThinking about moving to Sparwood? There are endless reasons why you should: a great community spirit, exceptional location, and incredible lifestyle opportunities.

Sparwood is situated in the South-Eastern corner of BC. Sparwood is a familyfriendly Rocky Mountain community nestled in the heart of BC's Elk Valley. Our community offers exceptional lifestyle opportunities just out the back door that include world-class skiing, fi shing, hiking, biking, and hunting or simply spending time in the great outdoors.

Whether you are considering moving here or already live here and are considering building your own home, we have twenty-seven (27) residential lots and one (1) multi-family lot available for sale at very reasonable prices.

Cherrywood BoulevardThe twenty-three (23) single family residential lots listed in the table below are for sale at the appraised price of $67,500. Purchasers may provide for a 30-day subject condition for their own benefi t, to ensure compliance with the design guidelines and GreenBuilt, (Gold Standard) building requirements. During this 30-day conditional period the District is at liberty to accept back up offers that are unconditional. All sales will be subject to an Option to Purchase, with a requirement to obtain a building permit within two (2) years from the date of purchase. The District would be entitled to repurchase the property at 90% of the original sale price if the buyer does not build in the timeline stipulated. All sales must close within 90 days of the original date of offer.

Lot 6, DL 4135, KD, Plan EPP1123 Lot 22, DL 4135, KD, Plan EPP1123











Lot 21, DL 4135, KD, Plan EPP1123

The multi-family residential lot, at the corner of the Cherrywood development, legally described as Lot 2, DL 4136 KD Plan EPP1123 is for sale at the appraised price of $210,000. The purchaser may have a 90-day subject condition period, for the purchasers own benefi t, to ensure compliance with the design guidelines and the GreenBuilt, (Gold) Standards. During this 90-day subject condition period, the District may accept back up offers that are unconditional. The property will be subject to an Option in favour of the District, with a two (2) year period to obtain a building permit and exercisable at 90% of the original sale price. The sale must close within 90 days following the expiration of the subject condition period.

These lots become available for purchase at the District Offi ce, 136 Spruce Avenue, on Friday, August 22, 2014, at 8:30 a.m. on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis. A form of offer is available on our website, at the link below. A deposit of 10% of the sale price must accompany each sales agreement.

For more information contact the District of Sparwood at 250.425.6271 or email [email protected] on each lot are available at: www.Sparwood.ca/land

The District of Sparwood, population approximately 4,000, is a growing community nestled in the heart of the Elk Valley in the south east corner of the Province. A vacancy exists for a qualifi ed and experienced professional to join our management team as Director of Corporate Services.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Offi cer, the successful applicant is responsible for directing and coordinating activities related to the statutory requirements of corporate administration as set out in the Community Charter. We are looking for a self-motivated individual to coordinate Council initiatives, draft bylaws, manage the Records Management system and supervise staff. This position also acts as the Emergency Program Coordinator and Head of FOIPPA. The ideal candidate will recognize the importance of building and maintaining positive relationships with Council, other department heads and the public. Superior communication skills, both written and oral are critical to this position.

This key statutory position is suited to an individual with at least fi ve years of progressive experience in a local government setting. Applicants should have an equivalent combination of training and experience, complemented with a certifi cate and/or recognized course work in municipal/public administration. Extensive knowledge of contract and land administration are essential.

The salary for this position is competitive and includes a full range of benefi ts.

Applicants are invited to submit their resumes, complete with cover letter, in confi dence by 4:00 p.m. August 22, 2014, quoting competition #5-2014, to the attention of:

Ms.Terry MelcerChief Administrative Offi cerDistrict of SparwoodBox 520Sparwood, B.C. V0B 2G0Telephone: (250) 425-6810 (direct)Fax: (250) 425-7277email: [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES

NOTICE OF PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTION BYLAW

Take Notice, that Council of the District of Sparwood will be considering Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw 1156, 2014 to exempt certain properties from taxation in accordance with sections 224 and 225 of the Community Charter. This Bylaw is scheduled to receive three readings at the Regular Council Meeting of Tuesday, September 2, 2014 and be adopted at the Regular Council Meeting, of Monday, September 15, 2014, both meetings at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

Details of the exemptions, all of which are for ten years from 2015 to 2024, are as follows:

Folio Address: Type of Exemption Estimated Tax if not Exempted 2015 2016 2017354.500 1301 Ponderosa Drive Land around church $ 494 $ 509 $ 524354.760 1381 Ponderosa Drive Land around church $ 382 S 393 $ 4052332.000 to2334.000 436, 438 & 440 Pine Land around church S 428 $ 441 $ 4543020.001 129 Centennial Square Land around church $ 341 $ 351 $ 36217.055 101 4th Ave Property owned by non-profi t $ 345 $ 355 $ 36617.000 102 2nd Ave Leased from District by non-profi t $7,745 $7,977 $8,216818.120 606 Sparwood Drive Leased from District by non-profi t $3,734 $3,846 $3,961818.210 141A Aspen Drive Leased from District by non-profi t $3,993 $4,113 $4,236831.120 100 2nd Ave Leased from District by non-profi t $ 308 $ 317 $ 3272399.000 400 Lions Park Place Leased from District by non-profi t $ 554 $ 571 $ 5882522.000 705 Douglas Fir Rd Leased from District by non-profi t $2,169 $2,234 $2,301201.000 & 222.000 143 & 154 Pine Ave Land around exempt seniors housing $ 507 $ 522 $ 538817.000 2002 Highway #3 Eligible golf course property $4,470 $4,604 $4,742

Total $25,470 $26,233 $27,020

A copy of the proposed Bylaw and related documentation may be inspected at the District of Sparwood Municipal Offi ce, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC during regular business hours of Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm, excluding statutory holidays.

Barbara NunesDirector of Finance

sparwood.ca

All flags were lowered to half-mast on Tuesday, August 5, 2014, to mark the passing of former Clerk/Administrator, Loretta Montemurro, who served the community for 35 years, from 1961-

1996.

Mayor and Council and all District staff extend their sincere condolences to Loretta’s family and friends for their loss.

In keeping with Loretta’s wishes, no service will be held. Friends may sign an online guestbook at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com

Phone: 250.425.6271 Email: [email protected]

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Notice to the Electors of the City of Fernie of an Alternative Approval Process for a Proposed Extension of BoundariesNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT under section 86 (Alternative Approval Process) of the Community Charter and section 20 of the Local Government Act, the Council of the City of Fernie (the “Council”) intends to petition the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development requesting an extension of the area of the municipality to include the area of West Fernie shown as the Proposed Boundary Extension Area on the following map:

The Regional District of East Kootenay (the “RDEK”) has requested the inclusion of the Proposed Boundary Extension Area illustrated above within the municipal boundary of the City of

Fernie (the “City”). The RDEK’s request follows their recent West Fernie Servicing and Restructure Petition process that resulted in the majority of West Fernie property owners indicating their support for a governance restructure to join the City. Although Council’s request to the Minister will be to approve inclusion of the entire Proposed Boundary Extension Area within the City’s boundary, the timing of the boundary extension is proposed to be phased with the RDEK upgrading the water distribution system, reconstructing the roads and installing a new sanitary sewer collection system and a new storm drainage system (as required) in each phase prior to that area being brought into the municipal boundary.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council may proceed with the boundary extension request unless, by the deadline of 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 29, 2014, at least ten percent (378) of the electors of the City submit a completed and signed Elector Response Form to the City Clerk indicating that Council must obtain assent of the electors by referendum vote before proceeding. Elector Response Forms must be in the form established by the Council, and only those persons who qualify as electors within the municipality are entitled to sign Elector Response Forms.

Resident Elector – You are entitled to submit an Elector Response Form as a resident elector if you are age 18 or older on the day of submission, are a Canadian citizen, have lived in B.C. for at least 6 months, and have been a resident of the City of Fernie for the past 30 days or more.

Non-Resident Property Elector – You are entitled to submit an Elector Response Form as a non-resident property elector if

you are age 18 or older on the day of submission, are a Canadian citizen, have lived in B.C. for at least 6 months, have owned and held registered title to a property in the City of Fernie for the past 30 days or more, and do not qualify as a resident elector.*

• NOTE* Only one Non-Resident Property Elector may submit an Elector Response Form per property, regardless of how many owners there may be.

A person may not sign more than one Elector Response Form (as either a Resident Elector or as a Non-Resident Property Elector, but not both) in relation to this Alternative Approval Process.

If less than ten percent (378) of municipal electors submit an Elector Response Form, the boundary extension request will be deemed to have the approval of the electors and the proposal may proceed to the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development for consideration. For the purpose of conducting the alternative approval opportunity, the number of electors is calculated as 3,778.

Elector Response Forms are available from Fernie City Hall located at 501 - 3rd Avenue, Fernie, B.C. between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday until August 29, 2014 and between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday from September 2, 2014 until the September 29, 2014 deadline. City Hall can be contacted by phone at 250.423.6817 or email at [email protected].

AND THAT this is the first of two publications of this notice in a newspaper.

The Corporation of the City of Fernie Jim Hendricks, Chief Administrative Officer

Submitted by Mary Shier

Five women, seven summits, four days. That was the goal as five Fernie women headed off to Breckenridge, Colorado to be part of The Freedom

Climb. In all, 72 women joined from six different countries

to climb mountains over 14,000 feet high, fondly called “14ers.” Mary Shier, Kristy Schmidt, Maureen Thrun, Kim Hopkins and Ramona Gliege formed Team B.C. and were one of two Canadians teams to be part of the 2014 Freedom Climb to help enslaved and trafficked women and children.

The climb is merely a symbolic gesture of the struggle women and children around the world face every day. It symbolizes their arduous climb to freedom.

All five Fernie women successfully summited the seven peaks. In fact, they even did an extra one, a 14er which was along the way of getting from one peak to another.

The task was daunting, the days were long, the weather was challenging and the effects of altitude were a constant factor.

Each day started by getting up at 3:30 a.m., followed by breakfast at 4 a.m., and then loading into the vans to head off to the trailhead.

The goal was to summit as early as possible each day so that the groups were heading down the mountains and were low enough by early afternoon to reduce the dangers of lightning storms which are prevalent throughout the summers there.

This became a very real threat as two Colorado hikers were killed and five injured by lightning the same week on a nearby mountain range.

The Fernie women ended up hiking through sun, cold, rain, hail, 40 mile per hour winds, and thunder and lightning.

Even though it was mid-summer, the women were often hiking in hats, gloves, layers of merino wool, down vests and Gortex jackets.

Day one was full on, as the climbers summited four mountains: Mt. Democrat, Mt. Cameron, Mt Lincoln and Mt. Bross, and then had a steep, challenging descent.

Day two was hiking Mt. Elbert, the highest of the Colorado 14ers at 14,440 ft (4401 m) which is the highest peak of the Rocky Mountains in North America.

Day three was climbing Torreys and Grays Peaks. Day four was Mt. Quandary, the shortest of the hiking

days. The women were thrilled to make it, but even more

thrilled to have been able to be a voice for an amazing cause, a voice for the voiceless who cannot speak for themselves.

Raising money and awareness for Operation Mobilization, a Christian humanitarian charity, was the goal.

The Fernie women raised over $21,000 for the organization through fundraising. They put on an Eat Drink Paint ladies night with a silent auction and had a community benefit concert to raise funds along with all the personal donations from friends and family.

The Freedom Climb team would like to gratefully thank the community for all their support.

While hiking by day was physically challenging, listening to the speakers in the evening was emotionally challenging.

They heard from those who are working in the rescue and rehabilitation projects in India, Moldova, South Africa and Brazil.

Seeing the faces of those who had been rescued, hearing the personal stories and the needs all over the world was heart breaking and motivating.

We are so fortunate to have the freedoms that we do. Women and children who are tricked into and forced to

live a life of sex-trafficking seems unbelievable to us who can choose our education and careers, who can choose our spouses, and who can choose what to do with our leisure time.

“Freedom!” What a beautiful thing! It was bellowed from the mountain tops many times during the climbs.

The Fernie climbers were honoured and humbled to be able to support such worthy projects.

“Even though our efforts may make a small difference in the whole scope of things in the world, the impact is enormous and life-changing for the ones that are helped,” said Mary Shier, of the Fernie team.

The money raised goes directly to projects around the world that are helping women gain freedom and become independent. The projects support prevention, rescue , rehabilitation and development.

They vary from providing education, counselling for women coming out of slavery and trafficking, skills training for women starting their own small businesses to support their families, and much more.

For more information or if you’re interested in participating in future Freedom Climbs, see their website at thefreedomclimb.net

Women climb to fight human trafficking

On the second day of The Freedom Climb, five women hiked Mt. Elbert. Submitted photo


The District of Sparwood is pleased to announce the

launch of its new brand and identity. “We’re now

ideally positioned to clearly and consistently share our

community’s story,” said Terry Melcer, The District of

Sparwood’s Chief Administrative Officer.

Unlike many community brands, Sparwood’s brand has

not been developed primarily to increase tourism or

attract destination visitors. Rather, its brand development

is to strengthen its distinctive characteristics, demonstrate

a desire to continue to develop economic diversity, and

to continue to provide a solid foundation to increase

community spirit.

“We’re an incredible community,” says Melcer, “We’re

enviably situated in the Rocky Mountains, clean, safe,

prosperous, and have a solid community of people

who are happy to live here. We want to clearly tell that

story.” Sparwood’s new brand simply tells a historic and

contemporary story of a strong, authentic, hardworking

mountain community. The brand speaks in a fresh manner

to unpretentiousness; a proactive approach to developing

relationships; and pride in the industry, community

relationships and recreational opportunities afforded by

their location.

To develop their brand, the District of Sparwood worked

with community and regional branding specialists

Story & Co. Their process involved extensive community

consultation, research and strategy, and the results of the

branding project were predicated on feedback and insight

garnered directly from the community.

“The methods we used allowed us to gain valuable

information through direct consultation with community

members in both group and individual settings,” said

Melcer. “This allows our brand to resonate with our most

important audience first — our own community.”

The initial results of the branding exercise include a new

logo, new taglines, a community website, professional

images, posters, trade show materials, ads, and other

informational collateral, as well as recommendations on

how to implement the brand as the community moves

forward and begins to proactively share its story.

“We’re not intent on strictly developing as a tourism

community,” says Melcer. “But we are intent on

demonstrating that we are proud of our community, that we

are open for business and that we are happy to share our

story and community with the rest of the world. We have

a story that deserves being told best and now we look

forward to telling it.”

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For more information on the District of Sparwood,

please contact:

Terry Melcer Chief Administrative Officer District of Sparwood

Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0

Phone: (250) 425-627 Direct Line: (250) 425-6810 Fax: (250) 425-7277

email: [email protected] website: www.sparwood.bc.ca

January 13, 2011

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Sparwood Community & Facility Services367 Pine Avenue, Box 669, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0Phone: 250-425-0552 Fax: 250-425-0551 Email: recof� [email protected]

POOL SCHEDULEJune 30 - September 2

Early Bird Swim Mon, Wed & Fri 7:00 - 9:30 amGentle Fit Mon & Wed 8:30 - 9:15 amAqua� t Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 9:15 am Tues 8:00 - 9:00 pmRed Cross Swim Lessons Mon to Fri 9:30 am - 12:00 pmLane Swim Mon to Fri 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Sat 1:00 - 2:00 pm Sun 5:00 - 6:00 pm Mon to Sat 5:30 - 6:30 pmPublic Swim Sun 2:30 - 5:00 pm

Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat 6:30 - 9:00 pmFamily Swim Sun 1:00 - 2:30 pmFREE Public Swim Fri 4:00 - 5:30 pm14+ Tues & Thurs 8:00 - 9:00 pm

LEARNING TREE PRESCHOOLThis is a place for children to learn through play. A drop off program for preschoolers to develop their � ve selves: social, emotional, gross motor, � ne motor, and intellectual development. Preschool is offered at the Sparwood Leisure Centre and registration is required. Three programs are offered:“First Time Away” for two year olds (born in 2012)at the Recreation Center from 9:00 - 10:15 am, 10:30 - 11:45 pm, or 12:00 - 1:15 pm on Fridays.“Play and Learn” for 3 & 4 year olds (born in 2011)at the Recreation Center from 8:30 - 10:30 am, 10:45 - 12:45 pm or 1:00 - 3:00 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.“Let’s get Ready for School” for 4 & 5 year olds (born in 2010 or earlier) at the Recreation Center from 8:30 - 10:30 am, 10:45 - 12:45 or 1:00 - 3:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

ADVANCED SWIM LESSONS COMING THIS FALL!

Bronze StarIn the Bonze Star program participants develop problem solving and decision making skills as individuals and while working with partners. They develop water smart con� dence and basic lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard. A pocket mask is required for this course. Pre-requisite: Ability to swim and 12 years of age.Bronze MedallionThis course teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and � tness. Learn self-rescue techniques, defense and release methods and tows and carries. All of these in preparation for challenging rescues involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types, including spinal injuries and circulatory emergencies. Bronze Medallion includes the CPR-A Certi� cation. Pre-requisite: 13 years old by last day of course if candidate does not have “Bronze Star.”Bronze CrossThis course is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatic facilities. Candidates develop pro� ciency at performing patient assessments, managing aquatic spinal injuries, and preventing the loss of life in a variety of aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross includes the CPR-C Certi� cation. Pre-requisites: Bronze Medallion (does not need to be current).

Gentle FitMonday & Wednesday,

8:30 - 9:15 amAqua Fit

Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 - 9:15 am,

Tuesday 8:00 – 9:00 pm

YogaTuesday & Thursday,

7:00 - 8:00 pmGentle Flow Yoga

Wednesday, 9:00 - 10:00 am

PilatesWednesday,

7:00 - 8:00 pm

SUMMER FITNESS CLASSES:

Summer Set #7: August 25th - August 29th, 2014

9:30 - 10:00 am Sea Otter, Level 1

10:00 - 10:30 am Salamander, Sun� sh, Crocodile

10:30 - 11:00 am Level 2, Level 3, Level 4

11:00 - 11:30 am Level 5, Level 6, Level 7

ALL CLASSES RUN MONDAY – FRIDAY30 MINUTE LESSONS: $20/WEEK

1 HOUR LESSONS $40/WEEK

2014 SUMMER SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE

ONE SET OF SUMMER SWIM LESSONS LEFT!Register early to avoid disappointment

FALL COMMUNITY INFORMATION & REGISTRATION NIGHT

Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pmSeptember 4th 2014Sparwood Curling RinkA great opportunity for the public to come and see what Sparwood has to offer. Want to showcase your group or organization? Give us a call at 250-425-0552 to reserve a table for you.

Hyperventilating finish to 2Knee Riding Series

By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Last week 2Knee Riders gathered at the summit of the Hyperventilation track for the final ride in the 2Knee Tuesday

Riding Series. Twenty-one riders participated in racing up

and down the Hyperventilation track.Overall winners on the men’s side were

Dave Woods, Ed Shipowick and Paul Adam finishing at around 25 minutes a piece. For the ladies Megan Kelly and Michelle Thorne came out on top between 34 and 39 minutes.

Participants gathered at the Pub Bar & Grill for food, beer and prizes following the race.

Dave Woods races towards the Hyperventilation finish line. Photo by S. Kucharski

5 Peaks Race hosted in Fernie By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

The 5 Peaks trail running race was hosted in Fernie for the first time in the national

event’s 16-year long history. Over 50 runners of all ages and

skill levels arrived at the Fernie Alpine Resort early on Saturday morning to partake in the trail running competition.

Race director Maggie Scallion said, “The 5 Peaks Event is all about introducing people to trail running. Our target audience is really those people who run on concrete and are

beginners and maybe want to try something new.”

The day’s event consisted of two children’s races, with little ones running either a one or three kilometer race and two separate adult races.

“We have the ‘sport’ race which is for true beginners,” said Scallion, “It is a seven kilometer loop through the trails. The second is the ‘enduro’ race which is a bit tougher and is 13 kilometers. We really hope that this event promotes how fun trail running can be,” she said.

Prizes and ribbons were handed out following the timed event.

Over 50 runners participated in the main 5 Peaks trail running event at the Fernie Alpine Resort on Saturday morning. Photo by S. Kucharski


Join us in Downtown Fernie for Sunday Summer Socials & Wednesday Night Concert Series & Fernie Craft Fair

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Did you Know?Every Sunday during the Summer Socials you

have the opportunity to sell your goods on main street. The Chamber provides free tables and set up - no charges apply - just call to reserve your

table 250-423-6868.

For up-to-date information on all events during the summer please visit www.ferniechamber.com

Contact Sara at The Free Press to promote your downtown specials

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The Free Press apologizes for a misprint in our July 3 edition which included outdated information.

The details below have been updated.

Banjo beats and beer treats at last Wednesday’s Downtown Summer Social By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Visitors and r e s i d e n t s enjoyed the

beat from a banjo and the foam of Fernie Brewing Company beer at last week’s Wednesday Summer Social.

Live music provided by the trio Red Girl a c c o m p a n i e d Greek food and fun children’s activities for the Wednesday Summer Downtown Social – an outdoor non-profit community event to encourage people to enjoy all that the summer weather has to offer.

The event is hosted by the Arts Station and Fernie Craft Fairs and runs every Wednesday evening for the remainder of August outside the Arts Station. Red Girl takes to the stage at last Wednesday’s Summer Downtown

Social. Photo by S. KucharskiAttendees enjoyed refreshments, food and live music at last Wednesday’s Summer Downtown Social. Photo by S. Kucharski

Safety Tip:With summer plans often including more time on the road, make sure you assess your tires before a road trip. Check them regularly for air pressure, tread

depth, and always replace tires with bulges, cuts, or cracks.

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Mom’s taxi now closer to a family limo than a seven-seat vanHow many of today’s NHL stars made those very early morning trips to junior practice in a minivan?Of course, we will never know for sure but you can bet the answer is in the 100s, judging by the tens of thousands of kids, enrolled in hockey, soccer and count-less other activities, who have been transported for the past 30 years in these people movers, pioneered Chrysler.Virtually every auto maker has a version though in recent years, with the ex-plosion of sport utility and crossover vehicles there has been a trend away from the vehicle dubbed ‘mom’s taxi’ in the popular media. At first, that was an affection-ate moniker but of late, it’s come to be a disparaging term for these very efficient family carriers now described as multi-purpose vehicles.No, they’re not leading edge in looks for the most part but surely that’s not why people still buy them in goodly numbers. Minivans are utilitarian but it’s also true to say that today’s iterations are no longer glorified vans with seats. They come close to driving like sedans and the higher end models are a step away

from limo status. The loaded 2014 Grand Caravan SXT version I drove recently certainly could lay claims to be much more than mom’s taxi. Premium cloth seats were inviting and supportive but the rear seating is perhaps the more interesting for those with aforemen-tioned early morning drive duties. The stow’n’go seats are ingenious, turning the Caravan quickly with the flick of a wrist from a seven-seater into . . . . dare I say . . . a van if

desired. Power sliding doors and liftgate complete the convenience package.An area where the Caravan has made giant leaps is right upfront. The one-piece instrument panel is easy on the eye and easy to operate. An optional “super” centre console builds on the functionality, providing a lot of storage.Stepping outside there’s an interesting innovation called the Stow ‘n Place roof rack system, which enables the stowing of the roof bows into the side rails when not in use. There is an obvious cosmetic improvement but that would be a frivolous consideration. The ability

to stow the roof bows a reduction in aerodynamic drag, wind buffeting and thus better overall efficiency.Under the hood is the truly tried and tested Pentastar 3.6-litre V6, matched to a six-speed automatic transmission. This power combination pumps out 283 horsepower but still remains frugal when it comes to fuel economy – 12.2/7.9 L/100 kms.Driving in town with such a large vehicle is not so much of challenge as you might expect. The excellent vision provided by large windows helps when parking in those tight supermarket spots. Stop/go traffic on Highway One was not fun and certainly spoiled the fuel

economy promise.That said, once rolling on the freeway, the Caravan hits its stride and return to sipping gas rather than gulping.The basic Caravan is anything but basic in its equipment tally and starts at $27,995. The tester was loaded to the gunwales with every bell and whistle and came in at $43,580. Take out the basic for the test drive then start adding the features you want until you run up against budget wall.‘Mom’s taxi’ is going to be around for a while yet and that’s good news for sports oriented families and maybe even the National Hockey League.

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Colden ThompsonSeventeen-year-old

Wakeboarder Colden Thompson left the

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Fernie women’s soccer team is in a ‘league of their own’

By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Despite having a full roster of 60 women, the Fernie women’s soccer team doesn’t have anyone to play with.

Teams from all around the Elk Valley area and beyond have been on the decline over the last few years, according to team coach Gino Elia.

“We used to have a game and a practice a week, but now we’re limited to just tournaments,” said Elia.

The lack of sign-ups has disbanded rival teams from Pincher Creek, Sparwood and the Crowsnest Pass, leaving our local team, the Fernie Flash, exclusively playing at tournaments.

Elia credits the sparse registration to busier lifestyles and an increasing number of alternative summer activities that people opt to participate in over soccer.

“We have the mountains, we have biking, the river, the trails … People also have families and can’t always get a sitter,” explained Elia.

According to Elia, following a burst of sign ups in May, registration tends to taper off during the

summer months, leaving only 15-20 core players on the team.

But the lack of field time hasn’t diminished the team’s spirit or skills, as the Flash continue to place well at all their tournaments.

“We would play bigger teams from actual leagues out in Calgary,” said player Kari Olson, “and we would play so well that they would ask us, ‘What league are you from?’ and we would always say, ‘We’re a league of our own’.”

Most recently, the team made it to the semi-finals at the Julyfest Soccer Tournament in Kimberley over the July 19-20 weekend. They lost to Hillcrest, a team out of Calgary, in a 3-0 game.

But Elia looks forward to the rest of the tournament season, which will see the Flash playing at the Whitefish Summer Games in Montana. The tournament takes place from September 5-7.

“We’re all about having fun and playing the game,” said Elia optimistically. “We encourage women of any skill level to come out. We have players who are beginners all the way to experts. For us, it’s just about getting out there.”

The Fernie women’s soccer team welcomes players 19 and over to register for their team.

Ladies' Day Results: August 12, 2014

Event: Low Net from the Red Tees

0-24: Christine Stein25-31: Chris Stockey32-35: Jan Caufield36+ Patty Vadnais Skins: Patty Vadnais (3), Jan Caufield

Deuces: Jan Caufield

KP 0-31 sponsored by Park Place: Christine SteinKP 32+ sponsored by Fernie Chiropractic: Jan Caufield

Attendance Draw Prize from Overwaitea: Sue Boyd

There were 19 ladies that came out to enjoy a great day of golf, with new found friends and golfers. We continued to be extraordinarilylucky with the weather, as it was a most spectacular day for golf. Thank you to Ray and the grounds crew for all their continued hard work on the course, we are so very thankful for the progress that has been achieved. As always, a special thanks goes out to the Ladies' Day sponsors including: Fernie Chiropractic, Freshies, Investia, Overwaitea, Park Place, and The Tipple for their continued support of Tuesday Ladies Golf.

Keep an eye open for next week’s results. They will give you the full rundown of the Fernie Ladies' Amateur Open Golf Tournament that was held August 19, 2014. It was a 10 a.m. shotgun, with individual low gross and low net prizes and team low gross and low net prizes. We also awarded The Phyllis Buchan Memorial award to the Senior Lady (+55) with the lowest individual net score. We hope everyone had a super day on the course.

Note that the regular scheduled Ladies day events resume August 26, 2014 with a game of flighted Low Gross play.

As always for our regular Tuesday events, you do not need to play in one of the organized tee times to play in the event or be eligible for the attendance draws. All you need to do is; have a Tuesday tee time, sign-in and pay for the event in the pro-shop and complete your scoring in the binder located in the ladies locker room. Event winners are determined from the binder details after 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday nights or when the pro-shop closes (whichever is earlier). Organized tee times for August are 8:30 a.m., 2:57 p.m. and 5:48 p.m. Please feel free to call the pro-shop on 250-423-7773 to register to play in one of these tee times or set up your own tee time and come out for a great round at the Fernie Golf and Country Club.

Sunday Ladies Golf goes this month on August 24, 2014 at 2:30 p.m. You must be registered in the pro-shop by Friday, August 22 to play. Please call the pro-shop on 250-423-7773 to register. Let's get out and play some golf!

Golf results

This year, the Fernie women’s soccer team doesn’t have any rival teams in the Elk Valley. Photo by S. Kucharski


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We raised over $21 000 for oppressed women and children around the world.

Your generosity made it possible for this event to be such a success. It never ceases to amaze us how incredible our community is. We did this together. Thank You. Thank You. Thank You!The Freedom Climbers: Maureen Thrun, Kim Hopkins, Kristy Schmidt, Mary Shier, Ramona Gliege

Cranbrook Cannons blow up slo-pitch tournamentBy Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

The Cranbrook Cannons came out on top at the 3rd Annual Jen Hickling Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament last

weekend. The tournament saw eight teams face

off at the Tie Lake ball diamond in Jaffray from August 9-10.

The annual tournament, organized in dedication to Fernie local Jen Hickling who passed away to an aggressive form of cancer two years ago, was moved to Jaffray after a series of miscommunications between council and the organizers of the event.

Despite that initial disappointment, organizer Shi-ann Martin said that ultimately, “the tournament was awesome and everything went really well.”

Raffle tickets and 50/50 draws added to the tournament’s activities.

In honour of Hickling, the event also raised funds to help support cancer patients currently going through treatment, including Tammy Stratton, Carmen Smith and the Fernie Friends for Friends cancer charity.

Eight teams gathered in Jaffray for the 3rd Annual Jen Hickling Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament Photos submitted by Tammy Haarstad

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away.The Arts Station hosts a Kids Arts Day every

Wednesday in July and August, and organizer Michelle Senior said they’ve seen more children this summer than in previous years, with over 25 kids coming out every week.

“It’s super awesome,” she said. “I think art, especially in a small town, it’s just so wonderful that we can have it once a week during the summer where it’s just such an addition to all the sports that we do in this town.”

Kids ages five-10 have a chance to get involved in all sorts of different crafts, including oil pastel paintings, sculpting and even drift wood art.

Senior said a lot of the children who come out to the Kids Art Days are visitors to Fernie.

“I would say they [the crafts] are all across the board. The thing about a small town and art is that you just use what you have available,” Senior said “[We use] anything that we think is more open ended, because kids are so creative. I think they’re creative no matter where they come from.”

This year they have four instructors showing the children different crafts including Jodie Parker, local potter Carrie Holmes and Leslie Graham, who previously did a lot of work with children in Toronto, Ontario.

“She’s so wonderful. We’re really lucky to have her,” Senior said of Graham.

The Arts Station also hosts a Kids Arts Day on Tuesday mornings for children under the age of five. Senior said they wanted to be able to offer a class for children where parents don’t have to stay and supervise.

She went on to say, “We’re just really thankful for all the parents support of the program and the kids have been really great.”

Story time and songsBy Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Toddlers enjoyed singing, stories and Dr. Seuss at this week’s Toddler Time hosted by the Fernie Heritage Library.

Every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., parents and their children under two years old get to enjoy an hour of song and socializing.

Toddler Time volunteer Jayden Lloyd was the story time leader this Wednesday.

“It’s just a really nice social thing to get parents and kids together,” she said. “It’s important to the library, so we read them books and incorporate sounds and play into Toddler Time.”

Giggles broke out during the fun songs and play at Toddler Time. Photo by S. Kucharski

Submitted by Shelby Cain

Brace yourself. Angie Abdou, longtime Fernie local and acclaimed author of

Anything Boys Can Do, The Bone Cage, and The Canterbury Trail, has a new novel.

The book is aptly titled Between. In Between, Abdou holds nothing back. Nothing. It is a brave and unflinching look at her main character, Vero

Nanton’s life. She is a mother, on the verge of a breakdown, a wife on the verge of a divorce, a woman who finds herself struggling to navi-gate the unnatural emotions that accompany having a stranger from another country live in her house and raise her children.

She is between…everything. It’s devastating and it’s funny. Hard to imagine, I know. Somehow Abdou manages to weave her harsh tale masterfully with

threads of compassion and humor. As I cracked open the front cover, which is always a wonderful sen-

sation, I felt like I was walking down an unknown path.It seemed familiar at first, but several steps in I realized no, I had

never been here before. Unsure of where I was going, and with butter-flies of anticipation dancing in my stomach, I kept walking.

There were unexpected surprises around every corner. I laughed and I cried. At times I squirmed in my chair, at times I couldn’t move from it.

Through it all Abdou guides your way with characters so well developed they stay with you long after you reach their shaky conclu-sion. I often feel like calling them to see how they’re doing.

Between receiving rave reviews across the country, most notably in Canada’s prominent literary journal, Quill and Quire, Angie Abdou will be kicking off the highly impressive ‘Booked!’ series at the Fernie Heritage Library this fall with the official launch of Between.

The free event will be the evening of September 26. Doors open at 7 p.m., with music from Red Girl, food by Krissi Hyland’s Nourish Through Nature, and a cash bar. Donations to keep this remarkable series going are always welcome.

Angie will start speaking at 8 p.m. on September 26. To pick up a copy of Between, please visit Polar Peek Books and Treasures on Main Street in Fernie. Patty Reedyk, owner and dedicated supporter of local writers, has a copy waiting for you.

Between holds nothing back

Patty Reedyk, the owner of Polar Peek Books displays Angie Abdou’s new book Between. Photo submitted by Shelby Cain


The Wapiti Music Festival Society would like to ex-press our gratitude to the many wonderful spon-sors, businesses and es-pecially volunteers that supported the 2014 Wapiti Music Festival.

Our SponsorsBest Western • The CAT Rental Store • CBC • The City of Fernie • CJSW Calgary • Claris Media • Columbia Basin Trust • Fernie Brewing • Fernie Real Estate • Flameguard Safety Services • Fernie Home Hardware • Kootenay Culture Magazine • Over-waitea • Park Place Lodge • FAR Summit Fund • Red Tree Lodge • Fernie Stanford Resort • Super 8 • Teck Coal • TD Bank • The Drive FM • The Free Press

Also a special thank you to Ed Dueck from Ridge Electric

‘til next year ...

The supplies will be provided to the families the � rst week in September or the week

before school open if the opening is delayed.

We will be providing back packs with school supplies in them for the children of low income families. Those families may contact Pearl at our Family & Community Services 250-423-4661 to arrange to be assisted.

BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Members of the community can help us help others by dropping off the following items at our Thrift Store (741C 2nd Ave) to be included in the back packs.• pens (blue, black and/or red)• scribblers• packages of paper• pencils• pencil sharpeners• erasers• rulers• pencil crayons• markers• glue sticks

Nolan MacNeill was the Fernie Academy recipient of a $500 Fernie Alpine Resort scholarship, awarded to a 2014 graduate entering post-secondary education in the field of tourism. Karen Pepper presented the cheque to him August 12. He is pictured with the Fernie Academy’s Head of School, Jocelyn Sombrowski. Submitted photo

Fernie Alpine Resort presents student with scholarship

Submitted by Kathy Murray Wildsafe B.C. Community Coordinator

Wildlife update August 21

Fernie

A black bear and cubs were reported at the bottom of Hedonism Trail and a baby moose was reported on Verbotten by mountain bikers.

A grizzly bear and cubs were reported on a field east of Fernie just past the Garden Centre. Elkford

Bears have been reported accessing garbage at the Alderwood Apartments.

Thank you for helping keep our wildlife wild and community safe by securing all your garbage, cleaning your BBQ after each use and managing all other wildlife attractants responsibly.

Wildlife Corner


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WILFRED ROBERT WILLIAMSOCTOBER 24, 1931 –

AUGUST 14, 2014Wilf is survived by his soul mate and wife Mae; his children, Linda (Wayne), Bob (Stephanie), Cindy (Kerry), and Ted (Heather); 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; his two sisters, Ruth (Art) and Mildred (Alan).He was predeceased by his parents Bob and Lill, his youngest son Eric, and his grandson Mark.Born and raised in Fernie, Wilf committed his life to his family and friends. Growing up in times of depression and world war, he learned early the importance of responsibility, hard work and reliability. These values formed the basis of his whole life and were demonstrated in his caring and kind treatment of all those he touched.A well defined work/life balance enabled Wilf to provide the necessities for his family. The family home that he and Mae built from scratch, and lived in and loved for 50 years formed the nucleus for his growing family. His hunting, fishing, berry picking and extraordinary garden nourished them and his neighbors.He was present to his friends with a helping hand, a kind word and a ready laugh. He valued them all – schoolmates, workmates, team mates and amigos.In retirement Wilf continued to make contributions to his community by volunteering at the library, with the regional health board and local theatre in Fernie and Cranbrook. He and Mae enjoyed their travels across Canada, New Zealand, Hawaii, thru the Panama and, for the last 12 years, their winter home in Melaque, Mexico.Wilf’s 50 years as a member of the Masonic Lodge, as a life member of the Power Pioneers (BC Hydro retirees) and his membership in 3 churches – Christ Churches in Fernie and Cranbrook and St. Patrick’s in Melaque, were a reflection of his strong faith and life values.Wilf faced every challenge with courage, faith and good humor. He will be sorely missed by his family, and all those who knew him.Memorial Tributes may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation – BC & Yukon Division, Okanagan & Kootenay Area Office, 4-1551 Sutherland Ave. Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9 or any charity of the donor’s choice.

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BURTON GEORGE JAEGLI:Burt was born on January 31, 1964 in Regina, SK, and passed away suddenly on July 23, 2014.He is survived by his mother, Marjorie Jaegli of Sparwood, BC, 4 brothers: Mike Jaegli (partner Dawn Weatherbee) of Sparwood, Mark Jaegli (partner Brian Runge) of Regina, SK, Dave Jaegli (partner Lynn LeeRan) of Kelowna, BC, and Jeff Jaegli of Sparwood, his sister Christine Jaegli Ehrler (spouse Karl Ehrler) of Sparwood, and his sister-in-law Marie Steinhauer. Burt is also survived by his beloved nephews and nieces: Amanda, Adam, Robert, Chad, Melanie, Curtis, Ed, Eric, Carolyn, Randi, Brianne, & Khiel, along with several grandnephews and grandnieces. He is also survived by his son, Brad Potter, as well as his large extended family of uncles, aunts, numerous cousins, and several best friends that were considered family to him.He was predeceased by his father, Herman Jaegli in October 1999, and by all of his grandparents and several beloved uncles and aunts.Burt had a great love of all things outdoors, including hunting, fishing, hiking, and quadding. He also loved baseball and two-stepping. Burt worked hard all his life, and took pride in a job well done. The thing he liked most though, was spending time with his family and friends, always ready with a helping hand, a smile, a joke, Burt enriched the lives of all who knew him.In lieu of flowers, donations to the Brain Injury Association of Canada (http://biac-aclc.ca , 1-866-977-2492) or Cystic Fibrosis Canada (http://www.cysticfibrosis.ca , 1-800-378-2233) would be greatly appreciated.Memories shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

LETASY:Letasy, Agatha “ Lena” passed away peacefully at Rocky Mountain Village on Sunday, August 10, 2014 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Alexander “Shinger” Letasy whom she married on Sept. 2, 1951. They were happily married for 39 years until Shinger’s passing in 1990. Loving remembered by her dear sister Ernesta Volpatti (Leno) and brother Guido Montemurro (Pauline), sister in law Anna Montemurro, neices and nephews and great nieces and nephews.Predeceased by her parents Marietta and Guilio Montemurro her sisters Lynda Mantello and Loretta Montemurro, her brothers Generino (Mary) Montemurro and Mario Montemurro.Lena was a very self-effacing person who was always present in a quiet, caring way. She was very hospitable to everyone and always careful to be respectful and think of others. She lived near her mother for many years and was always incredibly helpful. Lena never finished high school, missing one final history course, but she had a successful life helping out in her brother’s bakery in Pincher Creek, and later moving on to work at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce in Natal until she married Shinger. After her marriage to Shinger, Lena became a homemaker and also his assistant in his many woodworking projects. They enjoyed many years together, along with Loretta and Leno and Ernesta on an acreage near the U.S. border. It was there that Lena often slipped across the border to go to the casino in Eureka, where she was rumoured to have lost a few dollars. Although she never travelled much, Lena enjoyed visiting Banff for her honeymoon, and traveling to visit her sister in Spokane and Shinger’s relatives in Alberta. She loved to knit and crochet and over the years made many booties and bed throws as gifts. She took up drawing when she moved to Rocky Mountain Village and enjoyed playing cards and watching her favourite TV shows. Lena displayed unbelievable stoic qualities in the last 10 years of her life. She developed cancer and didn’t tell anyone for 8 years until she couldn’t hide it anymore. She was loved by everyone at Rocky Mountain Village for her admirable qualities. At Lena’s request, there will be no service at this time. Rest in Peace dear Lena. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd., Fernie.

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SALES AND SERVICEIf you have a strong desire to be in the automotive industry and enjoy collaborating with a high energy team, we have an opportunity for you!Our company is the largest independently owned tire dealer in Canada. We are looking for relentless problem solvers who not only have strong technical skills, but who are also good communicators and thrive in the service industry.

If you meet these requirements, we want to hear from you!You continually strive to provide exceptional customer service and exceed every client’s expectations.You have the ability to excel in a physically demanding environment that includes heavy lifting and moving constantly throughout your shift. Perform tire removal/installation/repair service safely for all passenger and light truck vehicles. This includes removing wheel assemblies, dismounting tires, balancing, inflating and installing repaired or replacement tires, and reinstalling wheel assemblies according to procedure. This also includes diagnosing injuries, evaluating repair ability, and choosing and carrying out proper repair methods.Assist and perform mechanical inspections and service including complete understanding and use of work order inspection procedures and tools, basic understanding and use of alignment machine, flush machines, oil lube and filter service as trained using the Kal Tire Mechanical Fundamentals training, and successful sign off by journeyman technician.Contribute to a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by following all safety and environmental policies and rules and by taking an active approach to accident prevention and environmental protection.Valid Driver’s License.Grade 12 or GED.Contribute to an upbeat atmosphere in the workplace by supporting and providing assistance to other team members.You have excellent communication skills, a mechanical aptitude and detail oriented.

We offer:Competitive wages, with benefits, while gaining fundamental business knowledge.Working with a Well-Established Company – Kal Tire has been in business since 1953 and currently has over 250 store locations across Canada. Continued expansion plans lead to career advancement opportunities.Profit Sharing – Significant additional income can be obtained through our highly competitive profit sharing program that recognizes individual and team contributions.Technology – We grant everyone access to the newest tools and technology in both the automotive and business sectors, allowing all of our team members to gain the newest skills in today’s market.

Kal Tire welcomes your interest in the Sales and Service opportunity. Interested applicants are requested to submit their resume to [email protected] indicating Sales and Service in the subject line or in person to: 601 Sparwood Drive, Sparwood. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.

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SERVICE ADVISORKal Tire is a Canadian company that was founded in 1953 and has grown to become Canada’s largest independent tire dealer. Based in Vernon, BC, Kal Tire has flourished by focusing on customer service and teamwork. Kal Tire’s key differentiator is its 5000+ Kal Tire team members who are committed to exceeding the customer’s expectations with the best technical skills, quality products, competitive prices and exceptional service available anywhere.We are currently seeking a Service Advisor to join our Sparwood location. We are looking for relentless problem solvers who not only have strong technical skills, but who are also good communicators and thrive in the service industry.

WE HAVE FOR YOU:An outstanding corporate culture where you become part of the Kal Tire family.A complete comprehensive and purposeful training program. A very competitive salary. A benefits program including extended health, dental, long-term disability, employee assistance program and life insurance.A strong and growing brand with over 240 locations servicing both retail and commercial customers across Canada. Exposure to the newest tools and technology in automotive.Work hard, Play hard mentality - you WILL be rewarded.

YOU HAVE FOR US:You bring 2+ years of direct sales experience and are confident in the customer service industry. You have the ability to excel in a demanding environment that includes moving constantly throughout your shift. You bring experience in taking an active approach to accident prevention and environmental protection. Adheres to policies to ensure safety and environmentally responsible workplace. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Dedicated to learning through hands-on training and development. Previous knowledge and experience in retail and/or the automotive industry. Previous management experience servicing local and neighboring markets also an asset.

Kal Tire welcomes your interest in the Service Advisor opportunity. Interested applicants are requested to submit their resume to [email protected] indicating Service Advisor in the subject line or in person to: 601 Sparwood Drive, Sparwood. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.

For current career opportunities please visit kaltire.com/careers

INVITATION TO TENDERLilac Terrace – Seniors Housing

Addition and RenovationsSparwood, BC

Sealed Tenders from Prime Contractors will be received at the office of Deborah Friesen, Administrator, Lilac Terrace, Elk Valley Seniors’ Housing Society, 102 – 2nd Avenue, PO Box 1587, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 on or before September 9, 2014 at 2:00 p.m., local time. Tender Revisions may be faxed to 250-425-2591.

Lilac Terrace is located at 102 – 2nd Avenue, Sparwood, BC. The work includes, but is not limited to: Construction and related site work for eight (8) single residential suites, four (4) double residential suites, two Community Rooms, Laundry, two Offices, Kitchen Addition with new equipment and an Elevator. The additions have a gross area of 1470.8 m².

Tender Documents are available electronically to all Contractors, after August 18, 2014 from:SICA Plan Room – Kelowna and Construction Opportunities On-Line Network104 – 151 Commercial Drive (COOLNet Alberta)Kelowna, BC V1X 7W2 Website: www.coolnet.ab.caTelephone: 250-491-7330Email: [email protected]

A Bidding Contractor is a company capable of performing all the requirements of the Construction Contract CCDC 2 2008, Supplements thereof, 10% Bid Bond, 50% Performance and 50% Labour and Material Payment Bonds and in compliance with the “Instructions to Bidders” issued with the Tender Documents.

A mandatory site inspection for General Contractors will occur on Wednesday, August 27, 2014, commencing at 2:00 p.m., local time at the Building Entrance. It is recommended that all Trade Contractors attend to the site on this date. No other building tours are permitted prior to close of Tender.

Tender Documents may be viewed at:

FAIRBANK ARCHITECTS LTD., 404 Vernon Street, Nelson, B.C.

1 & 2 Bedroom UnitsFurnished & Unfurnished

For more information call250-423-1358

Apartments for Rent

1422 & 1462 – 6th Avenue, FernieLocated behind the Best Western

From $695 per month

Fernie Exchange New & Used & Pawnbrokers

1501-9th Ave. 250-423-6625

30’s Wedgewood China set, 55 pc. 8 place setting, like new $250. Fly Tying Kit, very complete, $220. Good selection Porcelain Dolls $15 - $35 ea. Sale on Gibson Guitars – 1970’s era – 20% off. J50 was $2500 now $1900, Southern Jumbo was $2900 now $2400. MK35 Gibson was $1500 now $1200. Gibson J40 – was $1700 – now $1460. Selection of Golf Clubs & Bags, singles or sets. All Bikes 25% off. Variety of Fridges $200 to $425. 9 Dr. Dresser wood $149. 10 Dr. Dresser wood $125. Electric Lawnmower 1 yr old $99. Honda Brush Cutter $249. 1973 Cadillac Coupe De Ville Collectors plates. Must be seen 15K. ’93 Jaguar XJ6 $3500 – 125000 mi. 91 Cadillac 4 Dr Deville 120,000 mi - $3200. 1993 Ford F150 ½ ton, runs good 130,000 mi $3200 crew cab. 1980 Ford cube van $2900. Set of Water Skis Wetline USA $75. Fitness Club Exercise Bike, new was $249, now $199. Various washers, dryers, ranges $125 - $249. Lots of musical instruments and accessories.

Come and have a look!

Services

Household ServicesA-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning. Complete Fur-nace/Air Duct Systems cleaned & sterilized. Locally owned & operated. 1-800-565-0355 (Free estimates)

Merchandise for Sale

Food ProductsBC INSPECTED

GRADED AA OR BETTERLOCALLY GROWNNATURAL BEEF

Hormone FreeGrass Fed/Grain Finished

Freezer Packages AvailableQuarters/Halves

$4.10/lb Hanging WeightExtra Lean Ground

Beef Available TARZWELL FARMS

250-428-4316 Creston

Misc. for SaleA- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS

Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all

sizes in stock. SPECIAL

Trades are welcome.40’ Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under

$2,000 each.Also JD 544 &644 wheel

Loaders Wanted to buy 300 size

hydraulic excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108

Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

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

KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com

KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate Bugs- Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting. Available at Ace Hardware & The Home Depot.

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

STEEL BUILDINGS. ”Steel overstock sale!” 20x20 $4,055. 25x24 $4,650. 30x32 $6,586. 32x34 $7,677. 40x48 $12,851. 47x70 $17,899. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca

Real Estate

Mobile Homes & Parks

FOR SALE BY OWNERmove in ready

1970 Newly renovated mobile home

3 bedroom Large kitchen, dining room, family room &

separate laundry room.Snow roof & newer vinyl

windows. Ski Hill Mountain Views

Includes 4 appliances.Located in F.M.H.P

Call 250-423-3340 for info & viewing times.

REDUCED PRICE2 large bdr + large addition;

new bath, fl oor & appliances. Full 6’ fence plus newly

paved driveway in SparwoodMountainview Trailer Park

Asking $38,000. Call 250-425-2582

Rentals

Apt/Condo for RentWell kept 2 bedroom

Condo for rent in Sparwood Heights

Includes fridge, stove, dish-washer, washer/dryer, stor-age area, use of exercise room & sauna. No Smoking, No Pets.

Available August 1st $950 FurnishedHeat included

Call 250-423-3598 or250-423-1224

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Live in scenic &

peaceful Elkford

ALDERWOOD PLACE

Comfortable apartment units

1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)-month2 & 3 Bdrm - $850 (& up)-month

Includes: covered parking, sauna, heat, lights & hot water

1-250-865-7676

SPARWOOD, B.C.Quiet • Comfortable • Affordable

GOLDEN OAK

GARDENS1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)- month2 Bdrm - $850 (& up)- month

Hot Water Included

Walking Distance to Mall

250-865-2722Elkford - Furnished 2 bdrm condo, 2 full bathrooms, 3 appliances, nice view & balcony. Covered parking, quiet building, for only respon-sible people. No pets. Available immed. $900 per month + DD includes all utilities. Call 403-938-6779.

Help Wanted

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

Sparwood, B.C.

PINEWAY COURT

Apartment Units

• Close to downtown

• Affordable

• Hot water included

• Your new home!

1 Bdrm:$775 (& up)-month

2 Bdrm:$850 (& up)-month

250-425-9912

Scenic Downtown Elkford

Spacious NEW apartments

1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)-month

2 & 3 Bdrm- $850 (& up)- month

Includes heat, lights, & hot water

250-865-2722

ALPINE COURT

PineCrest ApartmentsSparwood BC

1 bedroom apartments newly renovated, furnished

and unfurnishedavailable immediately starting at $800/month

Contact Manager - 778-518-2253or view at www.glprental.com

Help Wanted

Rentals

Misc for RentFurnished & unfurnished properties available for rent in Sparwood & Elkford. Call Lindsay 250-425-1180 or [email protected]

Homes for Rent Furnished and Unfur-

nished Properties for rentin Sparwood and ElkfordContact Tammie Davy with Custom Real Estate and Property Management at 250-425-2968 or log on to www.elkvalleylistings.ca for

more information.

SPARWOOD, 2-storey, 3-bdrm townhouse for rent w/full basement, close to school & rec centre. (250)[email protected]

SPARWOOD - FOR RENT Mobile home - all appliances.

$900/monthCall Joe 250-425-5387

StorageSELF STORAGE: Personal & commercial. Call Finnigan’s Storage. 250-423-3308 or 250-423-4207.

Misc. for Sale

Help Wanted

Rentals

StorageSTORAGE PLUS: Bays heated or cold & service bays with air, minor repairs.250-423-7492.

TownhousesElkford: End unit townhouse, three bedroom, one and half bath, all wood fl ooring & tiles. Big fenced backyard, carport. Available immediately. $1100. plus damage deposit. Phone 403-938-6779

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Did You Know?Addiction and Dopamine

East Kootenay Addiction Services Society has sponsored this column. The intent of this column is to provide information and to encourage healthy choices. Free, confidential services are available to anyone dealing with their own or someone else’s substance addiction or misuse. For more information contact 250-423-4423, 1-800-644-6144 or visit www.ekass.com

Understanding dopamine and how it affects the brain’s reward system helps shed some light on the complex nature of addiction. Dopamine is a chemical released in our brain when we have a positive experience and when released a person feels pleasure. When dopamine is released in response to a reward, it reinforces the behaviours that led to the reward. This is especially apparent in situations that are vital to our survival including eating food, having sex and feeling safe. Interestingly enough, dopamine is also released when we use drugs or participate in potentially addictive behaviours, such as shopping or gambling. Over time drugs or addictive behaviours hijack the brain’s reward system. As a result, our brain is tricked into believing that harmful behaviours are essential to survival. By knowing this, we can approach harmful behaviours from a perspective that appeals to the brain’s natural reward system. Creating situations that encourage an individual to feel safe and cared for will provide an alternative to harmful behaviours.

Information obtained from: Core Addictions Practice (2008)

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BILLETS are needed for the upcoming 2014-2015 season. Billets receive $400/month plus 2 season passes. Please call Lynda for more information on 250-423-4504 or 250-423-1188

SEASON PASSES & POWER PACKS are now available. Season 12 Power Pack At the DoorAdult $230 $110 $10 Seniors & Students Children under 6 – no charge

Upcoming 2014-2015

season

$110 $55 $5

Season passes include a reserved seat at the arena. All passes are available for purchase from the Ghostrider office at the arena.Visit www.fernieghostriders.com for full minor hockey summer camp dates and details. MAIN CAMP AUGUST 29-31. REGISTRATION FORM AVAILABLE ON WEBSITE.Coach Craig Mohr - 250-423-0619 or [email protected]

MORRISSEY INTERNMENT CAMPCOMMEMORATION

CEREMONYAugust 22, 2014

11 amCeremony to take place at the site of

the current memorialBy the Elk River on 5th Avenue

Unveiling 1 of 100 plaques being placed coast to coast across Canada to

acknowledge World War I internment camps.

Also seeking photos, diaries and any other information pertaining to the Morrissey

Internment Camp (1915-1918.) Even small pieces of information can be very useful!

Contact [email protected] for more information.

Budding and Blooming in Sparwood


Last spring, Sherry Benko gave up her career, after nearly three decades as a refrigeration technician for the dis-trict of Sparwood, to start her own business.

And in just over a year, Benko’s flower shop, Buds & Blooms, has grown into a store that caters to people from all walks of life.

“It’s more than just a flower shop,” Benko said.Flowers are a major part of the business, with beautiful

arrangements for weddings, anniversaries, graduations and funerals, but Benko also sells Dean Crouser prints and textiles, Rocky Mountain chocolates and locally designed jewelry.

Benko’s creative side took off when she opened Buds & Blooms last June.

“I decided this is something I’ve always wanted to do. I knew I was taking a big leap of faith,” she said. “My dad was a really good gardener. They (her parents) believed in making everything, they were very ‘from scratch’ people.”

Benko sells several original, imaginative bouquets including her candy bouquets filled with miniature chocolate bars, and baby bouquets filled with baby supplies and a small stuffed animal keepsake.

The bouquets, along with other unique knick-knacks are displayed throughout the store.

Benko noted, “It’s the type of store that you come, that you want to take some time and look around.”

And Benko said the community has really embraced the store and its products.

“The adventure’s been really good, it’s been a nice ride,” she noted. “People will drive from Elkford just to see what’s new here.”

Buds & Blooms has a delivery service that goes out to Elkford every day.

They also host a workshop during the spring, one that they plan to bring out to Elkford this year.

And the small Sparwood shop is able to do this with just two employees and a delivery girl.

“I couldn’t do it without them and they love coming to work, they’ll come to work on their day off. They are fantastic,” Benko said.

“I really believe you have to keep your employees happy.The Buds & Blooms employees work hard to keep their

customers satisfied.Benko said that if customers have an issue with the flowers,

and for whatever reason they die after a day or two, she will replace them.

As for future plans, Benko said she hopes to expand the store and have a small coffee shop attached to the flower shop.

“I think it will only get better,” she said. “I’m really excited to get up and come to work every day.”

Buds & Blooms is more than just a flower shop. Photo by K. Dingman


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HOW TO PLAY :Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column, or 3x3 box.

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PUZZLE NO. 460

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:SAGITTARIUS, CAPRICORN, AND AQUARIUS.

YOUR HOROSCOPEfor the week of

August 24 to 30, 2014

YOUR HOROSCOPE

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)You might be offered some additional work; it is important to weigh the pros and cons before accepting. Will this work show you off to advantage and be an asset on your CV?

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)You are in an excellent position to negotiate something that brings you lots of prestige. You may become someone’s hero, even if it’s only because you took the time to listen.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)Your health requires you to make some habit adjustments, and you may even adopt a completely new lifestyle. You might think about becoming a vegetarian, for example.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)You place yourself in a position where you can interact with a lot of people, either in a professional or personal context. This widens your social network.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)If you have taken steps to obtain � nancing for a business project or to buy a house, you can expect to receive a positive response that kick-starts the entire process.

VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)Sometimes the phone won’t stop ringing and other times it doesn’t ring at all. If you leave messages, be patient, because people will take a while before they call back.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)Healthy eating habits are extremely bene� cial for you. A drastic change in your lifestyle helps you regain your vitality.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)You may develop a new circle of friends with whom you experience some amazing and en ri ching ad ventures. These people might al low you to discover a new form of spirituality.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)You experience a sudden evolution in the workplace. This is a real surprise that brings you some stress. Rest and relaxation will be re quired once everything settles down.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)You have an insatiable thirst for knowledge. This curiosity leads you to bring an important issue to light. By digging deeper, you discover all the solutions.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)New clothes, a new hairstyle, and other accessories will help you feel a little more comfortable at work. Polishing your image will increase your professional value in other people’s eyes.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20)You may have to undergo some ad justments in the workplace without warning. While some colleagues could lose their jobs, you’ll be given a promotion.

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FERNIE MOUNTAIN LODGE

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Dave’s FavesThis week’s recommended drink

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2012 Pinot Gris & 2010 Riesling are both perfect whites

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In� nitea T-Bar & Boutique

What’sHOT

The ice is back in the Fernie Memorial Arena! All this hot

weather has made us miss our local hockey team… but they’ll

be back really soon!

We’ve been loving all the activities and entertainment at In� nitea this summer – and what’s not to love?! From live music to barbeques; tarot readings to jewellery, our local “tea bar” has it all!Enjoy a refreshing pot of tea from their wide selection, or spoil yourself with a delicious cocktail and dessert. Freshly made treats are made in-house for when you start feeling a little hungry! If you’re visiting on the right night, you may even see some great live acts for entertainment as you unwind and relax. Their patio is new this summer and is positioned in a peaceful low-traf� c part of downtown.

Finally, you’ll also � nd some fun clothing and jewellery on display from local suppliers, so don’t forget to have a look and see what’s new. Classes, beauty nights and other activities are offered on a regular basis… just check the details on the right hand side of this page to see what’s coming up soon!You’ll � nd In� nitea right behind Big Bang Bagels, between 1st and 2nd Avenues on 5th Street.

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ShoutOUTS

Has someone made your day?Let us know! [email protected]

This week our shout out goes out to the helpful stranger who directed our reporter to the starting line of the Porky Blue race recently. Thanks so much! She was able to get some great shots of the action to feature in The Free Press.

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Tuesday, 26th - Paleo cooking class 6-8pm $30

Dave’s Faves

Calling all fashionistas! This weekend's Sunday Social in downtown Fernie will include a fashion show that

features products from Fernie's many local retailers. Come on down to 2nd Avenue at 1 pm

and check out what's in store for this fall!As always, the Sunday Social will include

entertainment for all ages as well as sidewalk shopping,a trunk treasures sale and much

more. Don't miss it!

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Fashion has always been part of the golfing

tradition. Of course, the most beautiful or the most expensive apparel is probably not going to improve your score. However, a neat and elegant outfit is sure to turn heads on the green.Over the last few years, designers have come up with several

innovations in order to improve the quality of golf clothing. As well as allowing for a greater freedom of movement, the new collections use high-performance fabrics which promote lightness, moisture evaporation and protect against ultraviolet rays. Technical fibres and stretch nylon are particularly popular.Some designers

have based their collections on classic looks, while others propose more modern trends. Collections of polo shirts, pants, bermudas and skorts offer a huge variety of styles, fabrics and colours. Green, black, grey and blue remain the favourite colours for men while shades of pink, turquoise and mauve are good buys

Over the last few years, designers

have come up with several

innovations in order to improve

the quality of golf clothing.

Tell me what you wear and I’ll tell you what kind of golfer you are!

Believe it or not, the debate about

technology is still going on, even now. It’s the old school against the new; conservatives against revolutionaries.Golf is a sport of tradition, history and respect. I would never put in doubt the importance of these

values and the impact they have had in my life and in the lives of many among us. However, golf is hitting a wall these days. The heyday of select country clubs rolling in gold is a thing of the past. The market has changed and the clientele as well.The new generation belongs to a world of rapid consumption.

Any activity should be entertaining and not too difficult. It’s here that technology could become a bigadvantage in selling our sport. Sorry gentlemen if the game isn’t what it was, but that’s life. Things have changed and we have as well. People want to hit the ball to the end of the world. It has to be easy enough that their final score is

fairly respectable and their few good strokes encourage them to play again.This has become possible because of new technology and the development in golf clubs and balls over the last 10 or 15 years. Thanks to the new club heads and new materials, the margin of error is wider and the ball can travel further and in a straighter line.With different types of shafts, clubs can now be adjusted to the golfer rather than the other way around. And you know what? Forget the limits imposed by the USGA. They are perfect for the professionals, no problem. But why impose restrictions on the average amateur golfer? Make the club head as big as the moon if you want, as long as the player enjoys himself !And if just about anyone can hit the ball straighter and further, it only means that the game will be faster and nobody will complain about that. Here’s to technology; here’s to a good time for all!

Technology in golf: for or against?

for women. Checks and stripes are always stylish. To brave any bad weather, outerwear for the rain and the wind are more and more sophisticated. Large manufacturers are also focusing on

technology to improve the design of golf shoes. The latest models combine comfort and functionality.This said, golfers should never forget to respect dress codes. In some clubs the rules can be strict.

The Free Press, August 21, 2014

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