BUSINESS IN THE VALLEY

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44 Mt Washburn St 250-430-1474

Branch Out Learning Society is a nonprofit supporting families and individuals in the Elk Valley Communities.

Branch Out Society’s vision is to provide support to Elk Valley families and individuals who experience challenges in learning and/or behaviour, or those who struggle with cognitive or developmental disability to access any service which may be needed to achieve their best possible quality of life without limitation due to finances.That services available in communities should be accessible, with ease, to every person and family in need.

Branch Out Society believes that supporting the individuals within our communities is the only way to build a stronger community. Stay tuned for Branch Out and Elk Valley Society for Community Living’s upcoming shared 50/50 fundraiser.

For applications and more information please visit branchoutlearningtherapy.com/ about. Submitted Photo

danyaltaylor.com

Danyal Taylor is a professional photographer and adventurer located in the stunning town of Fernie, BC. Last year Danyal debuted his first calendar devoted to beautiful photos taken in Fernie and within the valley. He just released his 2022 calendar for sale! Sized 11x17, it will contain 12 beautiful photos for each month of the year. These will make great Christmas gifts for friends and family, especially those secret Santa gifts.

There are only a limited quantity printed, be sure to get yours as they sold out quickly last year. Visit danyaltaylor.ca to purchase your copy or to learn more. Emily Park Photo

fernietenniscoaching@gmail.com

The Fernie Junior Tennis Tournament, hosted by Fernie Sports Co. was held Saturday September 11. As a significant date in modern history, Fernie Sports Co. acknowledged and showed respect to the victims and families in the tournament briefing and throughout the day. There were nearly 30 entrants and despite a rain delay, there were dry courts and great weather for all the matches.

It was a team effort by all coaches, parents, players, sponsors and friends. Special thanks to the parents who stepped on court to act as umpires and to the sponsors - Ryan Frazer Properties, White Ladder Painting, Edge of the World, Giv’er Shirt Works, Big Bang Bagels, the Bridge Bistro and the tournament photographer, Emily Park.

The players made all coaches and parents proud.Wonderful attitudes, great spirit on court and some fantastic tennis, were all on display. For results, visit @ fernietenniscoaching on Facebook.

NEW PACK! LAUNCHING OCTOBER

Our Tasting Room + Store open 7 days a week. Check our website for full details, or to shop online.

tf: 1.855.777.BREW w: ferniebrewing.com e: info@ferniebrewing.com

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fernietrailsalliance.com

The Fernie Trails Alliance (FTA) had a busy season. Many accomplishments were achieved including hiring a paid trail crew, new trails and success with the Fernie Trails Pass.

Thanks to Columbia Basin Trust’s Job Experience Trail Crew grant, the FTA hired its first paid trail crew. One supervisor and four trail crew members were hired to work alongside the Trail Manager.

The trail network saw the addition of a new Fairy Creek hiking trail, the very popular Trail Dogs flow trail and uptrack, and FloReka Part 6. Improvements were made to the existing trail Al Matador, Far Side got a replacement (name to come!), and Mount Proctor hiking trail is in fantastic shape with new traverses and switchbacks.

The new Fernie Trails Pass was a great success. There was a steady stream of passes purchased during the summer including a number of day use and weekend passes.

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You’ve likely seen a lot of changes at Freshies Café at the Huckleberry Plaza in downtown Fernie. There’s more to come! Starting October 22, they will be extending their hours Fridays and Saturdays until 7:30pm and offering a small, curated list of BC wines alongside three café inspired cocktails. They will also be expanding their food menu on these days to include charcuterie boards featuring Canadian cheeses and BC artisanal products.

Manager Ben Ingle says, “It’s going to be a great place to grab a pre-dinner drink, or to come and truly connect with your friends or family without a giant tv screen to distract from the conversation.”

Freshies will also be available for private bookings! Follow them on Facebook @ freshiesferniecafe or visit freshiesfernie.com for more details. Submitted Photo

givershirts.com 250-423-6615

After almost 18 years in business in downtown Fernie, Giv’Er Shirt Works purchased its own commercial building to base operations out of. Starting December 1, 1542 10th Ave will be Giv’Er’s new home and owners Erin and Kieran Summers couldn’t be more excited.

Things will look a little different. Giv’Er will cease operations of its front retail store, focusing on screen printing and embroidery and evolving its wholesale operations to meet the needs of clients. Don’t worry, Giv’Er is in the process of partnering with a few choice Fernie retail stores to sell your favourite designs.

Stay tuned to Giv’Er’s social media channels for exciting updates, photos of the new space and just general good times.

“We look forward to continuing to serve the Elk Valley and beyond with the best quality screen printed and embroidered apparel. Just from a new location,” says Kieran. Submitted Photo

iwe3coaching.ca

After 25 years in the energy industry, Jim Anderson stepped away to experience the world through the eyes of his three-year old.

This time away from work, Jim says, was pivotal in launching him on a new path forward. A path beginning with the creation of iWe3 Coaching.

An accomplished industry leader and committed learner, Jim has witnessed the value of coaching, both for individuals and for organizations. It is often through being seen, heard and understood that people achieve far beyond what was thought possible. Now, as a certified executive coach, Jim partners with evolving leaders to propel them forward. Through transformative coaching conversations, he helps clients respond to challenges in ways that allow them to achieve their own professional and personal potential.

Are you open to thought-provoking questions? Discovering the insights needed to create your own path to learning and growth? Contact Jim via his site to learn more.

z Occupational Health/Safety P1 | October 8 z St. John Standard for Industry | October 12 z Small Water Systems Operation | October 14 z Transportation Endorsement | October 14 z Fall Protection | October 15 z Occupational First Aid Level 1 | October 16 z Red Cross Emergency Child Care | October 16 z Confined Space Awareness | October 18 z Occupational First Aid-Level 1 | October 18 z Traffic control Requalification | October 19 z Traffic Control | October 20 z Occupational Health/Safety P2 | October 22 z Hoisting and Rigging Safety | October 23 z Skid Steer | October 23 z Occupational First Aid Level 3 | October 25 z Wilderness First Aid | October 30

z Back country Navigation and GPS | October 2 z Red Cross Babysitting Course | October 2 z Canadian Restricted Firearms | October 3 z MS Excel Level 3 | October 4 z Fernie Ambassador Program | October 7 z Payroll | October 12 z Excel, Macros and VBA | October 13 z Canadian Firearms Safety Course | October 16 z Digital Camera Basics | October 17 z Red Cross Stay Safe! | October 17 z Wills, Powers of Attorneys | October 18 z Effective communication | October 19 z Intro to Quickbooks Desktop | October 19 z Fernie Ambassador Program | October 20 z Interview Skills | October 20 z Digital Photography-Next Step | October 24 z Conversational Spanish | October 25 z Wordpress Web Design | October 26 z The Cloud | October 27

For more information on courses, please visit our website at cotr.bc.ca/ConEd or phone 250-423-4691

by BRAD PARSELL

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I’m always blown away in my day job by how brave small business owners and operators are. Running a business is certainly not for the faint of heart. Everyday you’re faced with extreme challenges and complex decisions that have massive ramifications not only for the survival of your business, but also for your own livelihood and those of your employees. And of course, the challenges and risk have never been more heightened in the business landscape than they are today. Fear has a huge role to play here. Fear of failure. Fear of being judged. Fear of making the wrong decision. Fear of losing everything. Yet every day, thousands of SME owners get up, get dressed, go to work, and make a conscious decision not to let these fears overwhelm them.

I love the quote from George Addair that came in at number 43 of the top 100 Inspirational Quotes by Forbes back in

2013. Addair is famously quoted as saying, “Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” It’s so true in the business world. Business success favours those who are bold, innovative, and fearless. But that can be a lot easier than it sounds to turn fear of the unknown into a positive force for your business, and not a crippling negative force.

A great place to start is identifying your fear in your business. What exactly is it that you’re afraid of? Perhaps you feel like you’re not ready, that there is something external in your way, that you are out of your comfort zone and don’t know what is best for your business? Perhaps you’re simply afraid of not being good enough to compete in your industry? The truth is, you’re probably never going to be totally prepared or ready. And you’ll likely make mistakes or missteps along the way. That’s ok! Remind yourself constantly why you started your business and learn from these bumps along the road.

Nothing would get done if you didn’t try. You will miss every single shot you don’t take a swing at. So, persevere and try not to procrastinate or fall into the trap of analysis-paralysis. Most importantly – find your support network. Whether it be family, your work team, or a mentor you really respect and look up to. Talking about your business fears out loud with someone you trust has a way of minimizing the sense of dread. You’re strong! You’ve got this! And always try to remember that “everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.”