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Josh Matt, first place winner driving for the Knights of Columbus in the Soapbox Derby in Sparwood on June 9, with his trophies. The Overwaitea trophy has been with the Knights of Columbus since inception and Josh’s name will be added to it with all the others who have won the races. His brother’s name is also on this trophy. He also won the fastest run of the day at 33.89 seconds that would equate to about 43 km per hour.

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onservation o f f i c e r s are urging K o o t e n a y backcountry users to respect the environment and stay on marked trails this summer.

"It's an issue all over the place," said Patricia Burley, a CO based in Fernie.

Donuts, mudbogging, high marking and straying off marked trails are all examples of environmental damage that COs will be looking for this season. Joe Carravetta, CO sergeant for the East Kootenay Zone, said mudbogging and activities that destroy habitat are prohibited under the Forest Range and Practices Act. Environmental damage can have an impact on human and animal use of backcountry areas.

Burley said the public use of forest roads and adjacent forest lands has resulted in physical and human-access impacts on sensitive ecosystems, fish and wildlife populations and their habitats.

It has also caused a loss in traditional hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation diversity. Invasive plants, soil erosion and sedimentation of fisheries and streams are also linked to unmanaged motorized access.

Carravetta said closures and trails are well marked, and that users should stay

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out of those areas as requested.

"We ask people to respect those closures," he said.

There are stiff penalties that can be handed out to anyone found destroying habitat through the Forest Range and Practices Act. Burley said the fine can be $230 for operating a motor vehicle in a closed area, and $575 for causing environmental damage.

A popular offroad spot is Lake Koocanusa, where May long campers flock every year.

Burley said there is a great authorized area for off-roaders to enjoy between the low and high water markers.

ATVs, quads and dirt bikes are welcome to use those areas safely.

"Koocanusa is a busy spot for sure," she said. "We ask people to stay on designated trails."

Backcountry users on private land are also urged to make sure they're using that land with proper permissions, and reminded that some backcountry areas may be owned

by Teck or other industrial operators in the region.

"Be respectful out there," Burley said.

Throughout the East Kootenay, Carravetta said there are eight conservation officers that patrol the zone.

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Avary’s party to help Ugandan orphans

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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Hunt for Treasure in the Eco Garden

vary Bryan celebrated her birthday with a big party like most four-year-olds, apart from this little girl did not get any presents.

The Fernie tot had a party at the Max Turyk gym with a bouncy castle and cake, but instead of getting presents, she asked that her friends donate money to help kids who don’t have much to celebrate.

Her grandfather, Papa Howie volunteers in Uganda, helping orphans, and Avary wanted to help him with his work.

Avary’s Mom, Amber, said, “Instead of presents, we asked for money to be donated to the Uganda Orphans Fund. My dad, her Papa Howie missed the party since he is in Uganda at this time volunteering.

Avary told her papa over the phone when he said he was proud of her about sending her birthday money, ‘I also have too many toys that I could send!’

“Money is often the best donation since when volunteers visit they are only allowed small luggage, only $20 a month feeds a child! This is why we chose to do donations rather than something like a clothing/ craft/shoe drive.”

Avary’s party raised over $365 in cash and cheques, plus several others made online.

Avary Bryan raised money at her birthday party instead of getting presents.

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rentice Park, which encompasses the school yards and soccer fields, is a familiar place to Fernie children.

On Canada Day, though, the kids have an opportunity to enjoy this open grassy space with their families and take in all the celebrations planned. The long day, with busy market, entertainment, crowds, and play areas can become overwhelming for little ones.

The Community EcoGarden comes to the rescue with a unique activity inside its deer fence. To slow the pace, enjoy the peaceful gardens and focus on an interesting task, consider taking your child on a garden treasure hunt!

The EcoGarden’s third annual Treasure Hunt is a fun activity for all ages, but preschoolers will need the help of a parent or older sibling.

This is how it works: Stop by the EcoGarden information table inside the big garden gate any time between 10am and 4pm on Canada Day. Pick up a list of treasure hunt items and a pencil, then start your search! Discovery is the goal, so your little hunters will find their natural treasure, but leave it where it is. Rather, write a few words on the list to describe it. Completed treasure lists will be collected and entered in a prize draw at the end of the afternoon.

Everyone is welcome to visit the EcoGarden to participate in the treasure hunt, or to simply wander amongst the beds. Member gardeners will be on hand for tours through the garden and to answer questions. For more information visit www.ecogarden.ca or phone 250-423-3482.

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he District of Elkford and the District of Sparwood, with help from Housing Strategies Inc. have recently undergone a thorough study of the needs and demand assessment within the two communities.

Goals of this study are to prevent the loss of existing affordable housing, make better use of existing affordable housing assets and resources, encourage new development and build additional community

capacity to promote new housing development targeting particularly seasonal contractors, seniors and those who rent low income housing.

Findings from the study have shown that there is a severe shortage of rental properties in the Districts to accommodate not only those permanent renters, but also those who reside in the area on a four on four off schedule or temporary seasonal contract workers. This severe shortage has a layered effect leading to escalating rents, and a "gouging" effect. Also it is found that some landlords will not rent to mine workers due to the loss of showering and laundry facilities at the mine site, deterring landlords away as many see damage to carpets and furniture in rental units from the dirt and coal.

Several high priority strategies in

Elkford such as communication with the District of Sparwood and industry to monitor seasonal contractor numbers and issues, exploring through Pilot Projects the possibility of small scale camps or RV parks, or exploring the viability of modular or dormitory style housing for temporary seasonal workers were discussed.

The study has also indicated that many seniors are choosing to stay in Elkford after retirement, a trend that is new to the area, and housing for seniors is not fully evolved to accommodate them.

There is an estimated 88 seniors housing units in Sparwood and none in Elkford, causing a lack in affordable and appropriate seniors housing. Elkford was encouraged to advocate with B.C. housing, Independent Living, and Interior Health to bring supported/

assisted living to Elkford as well as helping seniors access funding through Federal and Provincial government agencies.

Those who are renting low income housing and do not work at the coal mines earn a below average income, making some housing which seems affordable, not really affordable at all. For assisting those renters the District of Elkford was encouraged to assist them in providing information regarding funding and program supports through government agencies as well as support affordable housing projects.

During the meeting, ideas and plans for other target groups, such as modest income renters and first time homebuyers, special needs populations and families at risk of becoming homeless were discussed as well as many

other medium priority strategies.

The District will now work on soliciting feedback on the draft report. Feedback and comments must be received by June 29 and all comments will be compiled and recommended changes will be presented to Council on August 13 where it will undergo a final review, discussion and acceptance.

District Staff will then develop a detailed implementation plan in consultation and collaboration with the District of Sparwood and industry to present to council for final approval and inclusion in the financial plan and strategic priority plan.

The full report can be found at www.elkford.ca. Details on submitting comments can also be found on the website.

Sparwood residents New District of receive Lilac pin Elkford CAO hired

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n Monday, Sparwood council recognised residents who have turned or will turn 75 this year.

Donald Fisk, Pauline and

Victor Cibulka, Ines Galla, Emma and Jim Schafer, and Jerome Tracey all made the birthday list this year. Fisk, Galla, and the Schafers were present at the ceremony and signed Sparwood's birthday book.

Fisk has been a resident

of Sparwood for 33 years, Galla for 75 years, and the Schafers for 38 years.

Mayor Halko presented the four with the Lilac Pin, which is only given to residents who are 75 or older.

Lois Halko (second from right) presents the seniors with pins.

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lkford Mayor Dean McKerracher and Council of the District of Elkford have announced that Mr. Curtis Helgesen, Director of Financial Services and Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, has been promoted to the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) effective June 29, 2012.

Helgesen, who has been with the District of Elkford since 2006, has more than 17 years of combined experience in both the public and private sector.

“We are very confident that Mr. Helgesen’s wealth of experience and knowledge make him the ideal candidate for this position, and his leadership

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will help to continue to move our community forward into a progressive future,” says Mayor Dean McKerracher.

Helgesen is taking over from outgoing CAO,

Corien Speaker, who recently announced her resignation after eight years in the position, after accepting the CAO position with the District of Squamish.

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The Sparwood Coal Miner Days Society would like to say a HUGE thank you to all of the individuals, businesses, donors and volunteers that helped to make Coal Miner Days 2012 a wonderful weekend event that had something for everyone!!!

EVENT ORGANIZERS/SPONSORS/DONORS A&W Apex Power & Automation Ltd BC Hydro Bloom Creative Causeway Bay Hotel – Sparwood Coal Valley Motor Products Columbia Basin Trust Cummins Creek Containers Cummins Western Canada Cyndi Lyle Dawn Weatherbee Derek Cimolini District of Sparwood District of Sparwood – Public Works District of Sparwood – Recreation Department East Kootenay Community Credit Union East Kootenay Security Services Elk Valley Realty ET Mini Storage Express Mart Falkins Insurance Fernie Chrysler

Fernie Ford Finning Gary’s Pilot Service Intermountain Specialties Ltd International Union of Operating Engineers – Local 115 Jim Pattison Broadcast Group – The Drive & B104 Joe Deluca Kootenay Sign Source Knights of Columbus Knights of Columbus Insurance Laura Jordan Living Fit Manitoulin Transport Marg Gloeckler Marian Gravelle Notary Public MDG Contracting Services Mountain Mechanical Services Ltd Natal Pharmacy Newalta Overwaitea P & H MinePro

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Regional District of East Kootenay Area A Rosa Gilmar Royal Canadian Legion Branch 81 Royal LePage East Kootenay Realty Schickedanz West Shaw’s Enterprises Ltd SMS Equipment Sparwood Ambulance Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Sparwood Dental Clinic Sparwood Esso Sparwood Fire Department Sparwood Husky Sparwood Lions Club Sparwood Search & Rescue Sue Wemp Teck Coal Limited Terry & Lorna Nowoselski The Cat Rental Store The Free Press Westshore Terminals *And all those that donated to the Silent Auction in May

hank you, thank you, thank you to the countless number of volunteers that selflessly gave their time to make this event possible! It would not be fair to name each individual as we would risk leaving someone out. However, you know who you are and please accept our deepest gratitude for your commitment of time to help us out during Coal Miner Days 2012!

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Respect backcountry trails Continued from page 1

from different areas combine their efforts for Lake Koocanusa on the May long weekend.

Burley is in the process of creating an up-to-date map of approved Access Management Areas and their defined trails.

She expects that map to be out sometime in July. Those maps will be available online at www.env.gov.bc.ca/ kootenay/eco/access. htm, along with other information related to resource roads in the area. Burley hopes

to have those maps at various locations throughout the Elk Valley and at the U.S./ Canada border.

Both Burley and Carravetta urge backcountry users to report any abuse to the Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) line at 1-877-952-7277.

The area to patrol is so large that tips are the best way for a CO to hear about and report to any incidents of environmental damage.

"The public is our main source of information," Carravetta said.

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Bear Corner

by Kathy Murray and Sarah Smith Elk Valley Bear Aware

Fernie • A bear and five cubs were seen across the river from the Annex Park.

It’s up to us to ensure that these bears get to survive.

Bears are still getting into garbage, even empty cans on Elkview Drive, Elkview Crescent, Mt Klauer, Slalom drive, the Ridgemont area and Ninth Avenue in the Annex.

• Bear sightings in the Annex Park and Mt Fernie Provincial Park.

your garage or shed between collection days.

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• A grizzly bear was reported in Baynes Lake Please work with your neighbours It’s up to all of us to bear proof our communities.

Help seniors with their garbage, explain to newcomers or anyone you see with garbage out, how garbage attracts wildlife to the community and jeopardizes everyone’s safety including

• A black bear was seen by the golf course.

On my way up to Rocky Mountain Elementary School to do a Bear Aware talk earlier this week I could not help but notice the number of district garbage containers left just outside a garage or a shed. Expect bears any time now as long as garbage is available. Keep garbage in

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our wildlife. Please refer them to www.bearaware. bc.ca for more info on bear proofing their property or follow us on Facebook Elk Valley Bear Aware.

Please report all bear sightings and incidents to the Ministry of Environment 24-hour hotline at 1-877-952-7277. For more information, updated bear activity and bear safety please visit bearaware.bc.ca and elkvalleybearaware. wordpress.com or visit us on Facebook.

District of Elkford 816 Michel Road P.O. Box 340 Elkford, B.C. V0B 1H0 P.250.865.4000 • F.250.865.4001 • info@elkford.ca • www.elkford.ca

Water Smart Ambassador The District of Elkford has hired Scott Maartman as our Water Smart Ambassador for the summer.

The Columbia Basin Water Smart Initiative (Water Smart), developed by CBT, helps local governments assess their water conservation needs and develops plans to reduce community water consumption. The District of Elkford is committed to reducing its water use by 20 per cent by 2015.

From May to August, Water Smart Ambassadors will be carrying out residential irrigation audits and promoting water conservation awareness and education.

Contact Scott to sign up for a free Lawn and Garden Water Assessment. Scott will assess your lawn and garden needs by doing a soil and landscape analysis. You will receive a free garden hose timer or rain sensor when you get an assessment.

To book your appointment, call Scott at 250.910.4028 or email him at watersmart@ elkford.ca. For more information, please visit www.cbt.org/watersmart.

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings • June 25th, 6:00pm Regular Council Meeting • July 9th 6:00 pm Regular Meeting

All Regular Council and Committee Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road and are open to the public.

2012 Property Tax Notices, Annual Utility Notices & Home Owner Grant Applications

Fawning Season Residents are encouraged to exercise both caution and common sense this spring, as the fawning season approaches for deer. Late May through June is historically the time of year does give birth to their fawns. Does will drive away their offspring from the previous year and look for a secluded place to give birth. Deer have one or two fawns per year and triplets do occur once in a while. It is quite common for does to leave fawns hidden while they forage in the area, returning occasionally to nurse.

If you come across a fawn, it is best to leave it alone. It is also important for residents to remember that does with fawns can be quite aggressive. Please do not approach deer or their fawns. If your presence creates a response from the deer, like a change in stance, ear position or physical movement, you are too close. Give the deer plenty of space to either move or leave the area. Do not walk closer to the deer, choose another route. Be sure to walk your dog on a leash and be ready to let go of the leash if a deer attacks.

Any acts of deer aggression where public safety is at risk should be reported.

To report an incident to the Conservation Officer Service, please call 1.877.952.7277.

To report an incident to the District of Elkford, please call 250.865.4000.

The District of Elkford 2012 Property Tax Notices and the 2012 Residential Utility Notices will be mailed out by May 25th, 2012.

If you do not receive your notice by the end of the first week of June, please contact the District Office.

To avoid the 10% penalty, all payments and eligible Home Owner Grants must be received before: July 3, 2012 at 4:00 pm If your financial institution makes your property tax payment and if you are eligible, you will still need to claim your annual Home Owner Grant and also pay your annual utilities notice (water, sewer, solid waste) before July 3. Unclaimed Home Owner Grants and unpaid utilities are also subject to the 10% penalty.

The District Office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. We will be closed for the statutory holiday Monday July 2, 2012.

Let’s work together to keep Elkford Wild at Heart Bear Aware and the District of Elkford would like to take this opportunity to remind residents and visitors to ensure they bear proof their properties and prevent conflict with bears. Spring is the best opportunity we have to prevent bears from learning bad habits by ensuring that our properties are free of attractants (garbage, dirty BBQ’s and bird feeders). If bears get the upper hand early by feeding in our back yards, it will be hard to make them wild • again.

• After a long cold winter and high snow pack, bears are just starting to emerge • from their dens. The cold and wet spring has delayed new plant growth. Bears • will typically feed on plants, berries and bugs; however, they are natural • • scavengers and will travel great distances to find food.

• At home: Please ensure that garbage containers supplied by the District of Elkford are kept indoors until collection day and all other bear attractants are • secured.

Hiking and Biking: Make noise to warn bears of your presence, watch for • fresh bear signs and travel in groups in daylight. If you meet a bear, back • • away slowly and leave. Do not run. Give the bear space to escape.

• Please report all bear sightings and incidents to the Ministry of • Environment 24-hour hotline at • •

1-877-952-7277

2012 WILDCAT DAYS JUNE 29th & 30th A FUN WEEKEND PLANNED FOR ALL AGES AGES! Ball Tournament Devonian Concession Scavenger Hunt Inflatables Pancake Breakfast Craft / Trade Fair Guns of the Golden West Skills Show Pony Rides

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Editorial

by Angela Treharne

Despite the rain bucketing down and temperatures barely reaching double digits on Monday, the STARS in the Valley golf tournament was a lot of fun and, as I found out later, was for a really worthy cause.

I didn’t realise until later on, in the speeches, that STARS is a charitable, non-profit organization.

Funding is met through donations received from individuals, service groups, business and corporations and municipalities.

It also receives some funding through collaborative agreements with provincial governments – not including British Columbia.

But despite the fact that they receive nothing from the B.C. government, STARS still responds to calls here in the Elk Valley, as well as numerous other B.C. communities.

And there are hundreds of people who owe their lives to them for providing the service across the border.

In 2011, they responded to 15 calls to Fernie, another 15 to Cranbrook, one to Sparwood and one to Elkford.

I feel like I, and probably many others, have taken this service for granted.

We assume that if something really bad happens, and the hospital here in Fernie can’t handle it, we won’t have to find our own way to Calgary, but will be airlifted, no questions asked, and no bill in the mail.

For patients who are critically ill and injured, every minute saved before treatment can increase their chances of survival and improve their prospects for recovery.

The reality is this essential service is not our right to have as taxpayers.

Our health plans do not cover it.

We need to support this incredible service in every way we can, and I was very glad to be a part of the fundraising golf tournament on Monday.

By the end of the speeches, where I learned about STARS and heard from a person who had his life saved by them, I’d forgotten about the rain, and was putting my name down for next year!

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The infestations of weeds and bugs is getting unmanageable and starting to detract from the healthy community that the pesticide-free communities thought they were achieving.

The frivolous and unenforceable municipal pesticide bylaws promoted by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), Pesticide Free BC, Wildsight,

Suzuki and others are starting to wear thin on homeowners and city staff. The consistent themes employed by these groups - "better safe than sorry" and “we are the trusted authority� are inferences that the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) has fallen asleep at the wheel and that their extensive and comprehensive reviews of pesticides have no credibility.

These same organizations also

continue to make reference to the "many safer and better alternatives" that exist to control weeds and bugs, so why bother with the conventional "toxic" substances.

These environmentalists and NGO's have never provided specific lists of lawn care products they say are harmful and continually lump all pesticides into the same "toxic" category.

The truth is that the PMRA is known for the most stringent

pesticide reviews in the world, and there is no need to worry about exposure to pesticides on lawns or in pools when the directions for use are followed.

The BC Special Committee on Pesticides chaired by MLA Bennett listened to the experts and made the informed decision that science does not

As a member of the Fernie Elks Lodge #81, I took keen interest to the points presented

by Robert Siddall. I believe our lodge and the general public of Fernie are well aware of the need for additional recreational camping

sites in or near Fernie.

We have been actively pursuing the solution to this need.

Initial contact has been made with city employees to learn some requirements, suitability factors, and short falls of other earlier attempts. A land use agreement or donation by a business, group or individual,

heavy equipment and support for the infrastructure are our immediate challenges.

I believe that a great campground would compliment the Fernie area and I encourage anyone to support this project to contact me.

support the banning of lawn care products.

It’s time that the CCS, Pesticide Free BC, Wildsight, Suzuki and municipal councillors get on with issues that really matter, like the economy, lack of jobs and rising taxes.

Paul Visentin Cranbrook, BC

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he School District 5 (SD5) Board of Trustees accepted “with regret” the retirement of Superintendent Bill Gook at Tuesday’s Board meeting in Cranbrook.

“Bill’s been a great asset to the District,” says Board Chair Frank Lento. “He’s helped us weather some pretty challenging times.”

Gook began teaching in 1974 and has taught at the elementary, middle and secondary levels before advancing into administration.

He became Assistant Superintendent of SD5 in 2002. In 2007, following the retirement of Ron Allen, Gook became Superintendent.

“It hasn’t always been easy. Over the years Boards have had to contend with declining enrolment, funding shortfalls and most recently teacher job action,” says Gook.

“But we’ve also been recognized for some really great initiatives as well.”

During Gook’s term as Superintendent the District has introduced programs like Sound Connections, a provincially recognized language program for primary students. Partnerships

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Invitation to Tender West Fernie Dike Improvement Project Phase 2 SEALED TENDERS marked, “Tender - West Fernie Dike Improvement Project Phase 2” to the attention of Jim Maletta, AScT., Engineering Technician, Regional District of East Kootenay, 19 – 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 will be accepted until 2:00 pm MDT on July 20, 2012.

Pre-Tender Site Meeting will be held on July 4, 2012 at 2:00pm MDT at the entry to West Fernie Park, off of the south end of Eckersley Street.

The principle items of work include, but are not limited to: •

Site preparation;

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Import and placement of dike fill and riprap;

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Installation of a culvert in the north/south dike including a concrete headwall and vertical slide gate on the downstream side and a concrete headwall complete with trash rack and sump pit on the upstream side;

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Installation of a gate on the Mutz Creek culvert; and

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Clean-up, debris removal and restoration.

Tender documents are available online only. Tenderers may contact KWL by phone at 250-503-0841, attention Rhondda Ranson for inclusion in the bidders list and for details on how to access online documents.

For further information, please visit www.bcbid.ca or contact: Superintendent Gook.

Dwayne Meridith, A.Ag Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd. Phone: 250-503-0841

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with both the College of the Rockies and local industry have also provided dual credit and trade experience options for students of SD5.

“I feel very fortunate to have spent the last 10 years of my public education career in such a fine school district,” says Gook.

“I’ve worked with and learned from many great people in our District and in the communities we serve.”

According to Lento the position of superintendent will be posted both internally and externally to the District. “We plan to interview potential candidates in July and expect to have a new superintendent in place by August.”

Gook’s last day with the District is September 30.

RDEK Public Hearing Notices BYLAW 2373

BYLAW 2363

Bylaw Amendment - Fernie Rural

Fernie Alpine Resort Of¿cial Community Plan The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering adoption of an Official Community Plan (OCP) for Fernie Alpine Resort. The Fernie Alpine Resort OCP review was initiated in cooperation with the Resort of the Canadian Rockies to incorporate proposed infill development and update to transportation and trails, water and sewer servicing, and employee housing policies. The OCP is intended to guide future growth and development within the boundaries of the Fernie Alpine Resort. The OCP directs development of the private lands at the resort; it does not control or regulate Resort operations.

The OCP is utilized and administered by the RDEK Board of Directors and staff in evaluating all future development proposals. The OCP provides a long term vision for the appropriate pattern of land uses.

Bylaw No. 2363 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Fernie Alpine Resort Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2363, 2012.”

A public hearing will be held at: Fernie Family Centre 521 - 4th Ave Fernie, BC Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area A and the City of Fernie.

Watch for dates and times for the

Summer Reading Club 2012 Strange But True Starting in early July.

Starting Monday June 25 Our parking lot will be under construction

Handicapped parking will be limited Please call if you have any concerns Details on our website, Facebook and Twitter Or just drop in and ask – We would love to see you

Call the Library at 250-423-4458 or check our website for details at http://fernie.bclibrary.ca

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown below; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

Submissions cannot be accepted after the public hearing.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw.

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Kim Pritchard and Peter Joseph to amend the Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will amend the zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate a two lot subdivision. The subject property is located 1.8 kms south of the City of Fernie on Hill Road as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2373 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 829, 1990 – Amendment Bylaw No. 60, 2012 (Hill Road / Pritchard-Joseph)” will amend the designation of Lot 24, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 1299 from RR-4, Rural Residential (Hobby Farm) Zone to RR-2, Rural Residential (Small Holding) Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: Fernie Family Centre 521 - 4th Ave Fernie, BC Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area A and the City of Fernie.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown below; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

Submissions cannot be accepted after the public hearing.

All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw.

For more information, contact Michele Bates, Planner, at 250-489-2791, toll free at 1-888-478-7335, or email mbates@rdek.bc.ca.

For more information, contact Tracy Van de Wiel, Planning Technician, at 250-489-0306, toll free at 1-888-478-7335, or email tvandewiel@rdek.bc.ca.

19 - 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca Website: www.rdek.bc.ca

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Around the Valley

A face in the crowd

Around the Valley is a free listing to any local service.

Please send an email to editor@thefreepress.ca or drop off a brief description of your event at The Free Press office.

Starting Friday, June 22 to Thursday, June 28

Madagascar 3

Rock of Ages

Rated: G 7:00 & 9:00 pm

Rated: PG 7:00 & 9:15 pm

BOOK THE ARCADE FOR YOUR NEXT AFTERNOON OR EVENING PARTY!

and

Visit www.ferniemovies. com for more info.

Call 250-423-3132 to book.

3:00 pm Matinees on Saturday & Sunday - $5.50 per person

General

$9.00 321 2nd Avenue in Historical Downtown Fernie 250-423-7111

Senior

Family

$7.00

$25.00

Child (12-)

$5.50

THIS WEEK Thursday, June 21

Monday, June 25

• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday night, 6:15 -7:30 p.m. in the Salvation Army building. Call Isabel, 250-423-7043.

• Every Thursday 6:30 p.m. onwards – fun darts at Sparwood Legion.

• Mahjong at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 7 p.m.

• Dominoes at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 1 p.m.

• Fernie Chamber Orchestra meets every Monday at 7 p.m. Musicians of all abilities are welcome. For more info call Yolaine at 250-423-7825 or wyhames@gmail.com • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 1 to 3 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

Friday, June 22 • Cribbage at Senior Drop-In Centre, Fernie, every Friday 7:30 p.m.

•Sparwood Legion open jam session at 7 p.m.

• Jitney darts every Friday at Fernie Royal Canadian Legion, 7:30 p.m.

Drop in and meet new people. All adults welcome. If you are interested phone the lounge at 250-423-6218 for details.

• Fernie Heritage Library storytime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon

Saturday, June 23 • Every Saturday meat draw and 50/50 draw at Sparwood Legion 4 - 6 p.m.

• Fernie Legion meat draw 4 - 6 p.m. Fun and Entertaining. All welcome to join us.

• The Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers’ Market at the Baynes Lake Community Centre, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 24 • Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church.

Call 250-423-2131 for details.

• LDS Family Services women’s only support group for spouses of those struggling with all addictions.

Anonymous call-in group meets every Sunday 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Call toll-free 1-877-453-7266 and enter meeting number ID 2977.

• Free skills session, 2 p.m, Christ Church Anglican, Fernie. Basics of plumbing. 591 4th Avenue, call 250423-6517. Coffee and refreshments are provided.

• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday night, 6:15 -7:30 p.m. in the Salvation Army building. Call Isabel, 250-423-7043.

• Every Thursday 6:30 p.m onwards – fun darts at Sparwood Legion.

• Red Cedar Book Club for grades 4 to 7 at Fernie Heritage Library 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.

• Fernie Elks Lodge meeting – promoting and supporting community needs. Call 250-423-7536.

Friday, June 29 • Cribbage at Senior Drop-In Centre,

Elk Valley Relay for Life Thanks Elk Valley RelayYou! For Life Together We Raised Thanks You! $72,000

Together we raised over $57,000

Tuesday, June 26 • Crib / Whist alternate weeks, Seniors Drop In Centre, Fernie, 7:30 p.m.

• Fernie Heritage Library storytime program - ages three-five: 11:15 a.m.

– Noon • Fun, crafts and lunch anytime between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Centre in Fernie. The kitchen at the Seniors Centre is open weekly from 9 a.m, to 2 p.m Monday through Thursday. Coffee or tea, sandwiches, soup and/or dessert can be purchased. General public welcome.

• Ballroom Dancing with Annie McFarlane the last Tuesday of every month. The Arts Station 7:30-8:30pm • Fernie Heritage Library afterschool program, Wacky Olympics Facts and Funny Competitions, 3:30 to 4:45 p.m.. Must be 6 to 9 years of age. No registration necessary.

Wednesday, June 27 • Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church.

Call 250-423-2131 for details.

•Cribbage, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 1 p.m.

•Darts, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 7 p.m.

• Fernie Heritage Library toddlertime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 7 to 9 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

NEXT WEEK Thursday, June 28

If you are the individual in this photo you have won a $10 gift voucher from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Drop into The Free Press office for your prize.

Fernie, every Friday 7:30 p.m.

• Jitney darts every Friday at Fernie Royal Canadian Legion, 7:30 p.m.

Drop in and meet new people. All adults welcome. If you are interested phone the lounge at 250-423-6218 for details.

• Fernie Heritage Library storytime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon •Sparwood Legion open jam session every second Friday at 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 30 • Fernie Legion meat draw 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fun and Entertaining, All welcome to join us.

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The Canadian Cancer Society would like to thank the Steering Committee, Teams, day-of volunteers and groups who helped make our day a great success.

We would also like towould recognize businesses & individuals who The Canadian Cancer Society like tothe thank the Steering Committee, contributed with such generosity. We are a community that is serious about Teams, day-of volunteers and groups who helped make our day a great taking up the fight against cancer!

success. We would also like to recognize the businesses & individuals who contributed with such 2010 generosity.

We Relay are a for community that is serious about Elk Valley Life Teams taking up the fight against cancer!

Beanie & the Jets, Best of the West, Best of the West 2, Chocolate 21,

Credit Union Crusaders, Cummins Western Canada, Curves, Family Tradition, Focus on Life (Canada Post), For Our Families, Grocery Bags, Jus’ About 2012Place, Elk Valley For Realty, LifeTeams: Pirates of Park ReMaxRelay Elk Valley Rocky Mt Optometry, Snow Sisters, Speedy Turtles, Team BELIEVE, teams!)

The CanCans, * Credit Union Crusaders * Elkford Secondary School(2 * Focus on The Old Folk & One Young Chick, The Pageturners, The Walkie Talkies, Life * Last Minute Lori’s * Life Life Baby PEAKPAC * Real Housewives of Fernie This is It,*WAC

* Simard * SMS Equipment/Cummins * Snow Sisters * TeamMcClure * The Donations of Food/ Space/ Awards Cookie Monsters * Team Shelley * The Healthcare Connection * Overwaitea, East Kootenay Realty Insurance, Jays Jewellers, Investia Financial, Fernie Golf & Country Club, A & W, Happy Valley Scrapbooking, BRT Guides Hut, Sponsors andTim Supporters: Mary Brock , MirrorCommunity Images, Sinful Sweetness, Hortons, Boston Pizza, Just Pizza, Evolution, Foxxy’s Hair, Elk River, Guiding Alpine* Enthusiasts, Overwaitea * Tim Hortons * Boston Pizza * City of Fernie Fernie Rentals * Jaffray Golf Course, Essential Yoga, City of Fernie, Best Western, Smitty’s, COTR, Park Lodge Red Bagels, Tree Lodge * Manitoulin Transport * FernieFree Press ET HairPlace Studio, Big *Bang Beautiful Reasons, Fernie Tea & Coffee House, SEARS, Grow Children’s, Odyssey *Ladieswear, Shirts, BearCreekLodge Necessities, * * Fernie Chamber of Commerce Fernie ArmyGiver Cadets * Lizard Carosella, Home Hardware, Uptown IGS, Green Petal, Mountain Tandoor, * Ray’s Music * Stone Contracting, Prints * Living Truth Yoga, Patti’s ElkfordTents Motor Inn, High Standard Kuts & Curls, Elkford Minimart, Night Crawler 4x4, Century Vallen, Kootenay Market, Falkins Insurance, P & C Golf, District of Elkford, Rocky Mt Radiator, Kapps Pizza, Entertainment and Food: Elkford Chamber, Just Liquid Water Life, Cummins Diesel

* Nancy Parks * Adam Doka * Lizzie Whitehouse * Ocean Whelan * Sparrow For Hair * The Relief Committee The Bickertons * Brenna Lowrie Band * Food Vendors Cancer* Smart Shop Entertainment Guapo Mexican Diner Indigo Spa * Due Clause *ElCathy Ray’s Music The Hills * Jesse and the Dandelions Wells * Randal Mug Shots Bistro Kyle Hamilton Photography Essential Yoga Macnair * Ev Cutts * Yama To Go *Sheets The Fernie Academy * Caked

By Ashley William & Mary Brock * Karen From Scratch Cam Labelle Bridget Hemsted/Kevin Nisi Shred Kelly Karaoke from the Brick DJ Big Mac The Runs Fernie Community Choir Ocean Whelan Hannah Bradish Keya White Face Painting Nicole’s Bouncy Houses Margaret Mitchell Lesley Graham

Heidi Home Hardware Livingtruthyoga.com First Aid Swimming Pool Staff Tom Hopkins

The Loaf Bakery Park Place Lodge

Set Up Crew Cat Rental Dolfo Sandor Rentals Patti’s Tents, Sparwood Communications Mountainside Church Lizard Creek Lodge

Thanks also to the many individuals and businesses that donated prizes to the event!

We tried to remember everyone apologies if–we missed anyone WE TRIED TOOur REMEMBER EVERYONE OUR have APOLOGIES IF WE HAVE MISSED ANYONE celebrate

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2012 Property Tax Notices

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

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall Ph: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

(Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226 Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466

Drought-tolerant plants can reduce water use by up to 80 per cent. Design your water-wise garden carefully, with help from local experts. Water Ƥ established and then they’ll need little to no water.

For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911

BC Hydro has notified the City of Fernie of their intention to conduct low level flights by Talon Helicopters for the purpose of aerial mapping of power lines with BC Hydro Flights will take place sometime between June 15 – 30, 2012 between the hours of 8:00 – 6:00 p.m.

They will adhere to all flight paths and times as set by Transport Canada

Brought to you by The City of Fernie

in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust’s Water Smart Initiative For more info: www.cbt.org/watersmart

Summer Hours for Fernie City Hall Effective Wednesday, July 4 until, and including, Friday, August 31, 2012 City Hall will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays) Regular Scheduled hours for City Hall of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays) Will resume on Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Fernie Tennis Club James White Tennis Courts Please support us to develop tennis in Fernie, as it is a great social activity for all the family. Currently we have 4 macadam courts available to Fernie residents in James White Park.

Fernie Tennis Club Night

Public Notice Fernie Aquatic Centre is currently closed for their Annual Shut-down Re-Opening July 2nd

Property Tax Notices for the City of Fernie have been mailed to all property owners on record. Property taxes are payable by July 3, 2012, after which time a 10% penalty will be added to any unpaid current year taxes.

If you haven’t received your tax notice in the mail please contact City Hall at 250-423-6817 or cityhall@fernie.ca and request that a copy be forwarded to you. New property owners who have not received a notice are advised to contact City Hall. No exemption from taxation or penalty is conferred by reason of non-receipt of the Property Tax Notice.

Payment of your property taxes can be made by mail, in person at City Hall, or by phone or internet banking or in person through most financial institutions. Cheques post dated to July 3, 2012 will be accepted at City Hall. Please allow time for your payment to arrive at City Hall prior to the due date. Post marks on mailed remittances will not be considered as date of payment. Receipt of electronic payments will be recorded at the date and time the funds arrive in the City’s bank account and not when the payment is transmitted by your financial institution.

Regardless of the method of payment, eligible property owners must complete the Home Owner Grant application that is attached to the bottom of the Tax Notice and remit it to City Hall in order to claim the Grant. If you’ve misplaced the grant application that’s attached to the bottom of your tax notice, an online form is available at www.sbr.gov. bc.ca/documents_library/forms/0078FILL.pdf.

Completed Home Owner Grant applications can be faxed to 250-4233034 or scanned and emailed to cityhall@fernie.ca.

PROPERTY TAXES ARE DUE BY JULY 3, 2012.

Phone: (250) 423-6817 Fax: (250) 423-3034 Website: www.fernie.ca

Pick your plants wisely!

Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3) Phone: 250-423-2254

BC Hydro Aerial Mapping

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Monday at 6pm, tennis balls will be provided Members benefit from involvement in social play, free entry to Fernie Closed Tournament, discounts on all courses run by the coaches and more. Individual lessons can be arranged.

3 courts shall be reserved for members for social play during this time.

For Membership: Sara McFarland Telephone: 250 423-0506 Email: saramcfarlane@hotmail.com For Camps: Charlotte Willis Email: charlottecwillis@me.com 250 531-0080

Are you are planning an event in one of our many parks this summer?

• Do you need to book a baseball or soccer field for a team or a family reunion? Make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment. Annex Park, James White Park and the Court House Grounds can be reserved for wedding ceremonies at a very minimal cost. Call 250 423-4466 ext 228 for more information and availability.

Summer Camps are starting to fill up, if you know the weeks you want your children to attend our camp please phone to register to avoid disappointment.

Boat course manuals are available at the Aquatic Centre.

Cost is $35.00 for the book and one exam, additional exams are $15.00.

Remember to report any suspicious activity in our local parks to the RCMP. Vandalism has risen over the past year and graffiti is considered to be vandalism to public and private property. Our goal is to keep our parks safe, clean and well maintained for the public.

Tennis Courts in the James White Park are now open for your leisure enjoyment.

Summer Swim Lesson Sets can be booked now check it out on line at www.fernie.ca and give us a call at 250 423-4466 for availability.

Needing a new bathing suit for travel, training or tanning? Awesome kids suits, and a wide selection of adult styles. We have all the sizes you are looking for, so come in and check out our new stock at the Fernie Aquatic Center!

The Leisure Services Office located at the Aquatic Centre is open Monday - Friday 8:00 am - Noon & 1:00 - 4:00 pm for your convenience.

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D IS T R I C T O F S PA RWO O D Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: sparwood@sparwood.ca

www.Sparwood.ca

BE BEAR SMART! Proper management of garbage and other non-natural attractants is a key to reducing human-bear conflict situations.

• Keep household garbage in a secure shed or garage until pick up day. Never leave fish or meat remains outside or in your compost. Instead keep them in your freezer or a cold place until garbage day.

• Try to use lime to cut odour from your compost.

• Do not store food of any kind outside, even if it is inside a locked refrigerator or freezer.

• Don’t leave trash, groceries, animal feed, coolers, or any odorous item in your vehicle. Bears can easily pry open car/truck windows and doors to access the food inside.

• Burn your barbeques clean immediately after use, wash and store them covered out of the wind.

• Feed your pets inside and store their food inside.

Don’t leave dog bones lying around your yard.

WATER SMART SPARWOOD Will you be the leader in your neighbourhood and become water conscious first? An appointment with our Water Smart Ambassador will provide you the knowledge to become more conscious about water wastage inside and outside your home. At the end of the appointment you will also receive a FREE hose timer or rain sensor, as well as a small questionnaire that will enter you into a draw for a WATER EFFICIENT BATHROOM! Be the neighbourhood leader, make an appointment today!

Call 250-910-0854 while there is still time to book!

TOILET REBATE PROGRAM Does your business have all water friendly low-flush toilets? If not, take advantage of Sparwood’s Toilet Rebate Replacement Program.

Just follow the steps below and you will be on your way to contributing to Sparwood’s goal of reducing water use by up to 50% by 2015!

1. Purchase and Install any brand new CSAapproved, 6L or dual flush toilet(s).

1. IMPORTANT: Take the old toilet(s) to the Sparwood Transfer Station.

1. Obtain a signature from an Attendant at the Sparwood Transfer Station confirming that you have dropped off a 13L (or greater) toilet(s) for recycling.

1. Bring Signed Application and Original Receipts to the Main Office, or the Planning Department.

1. Wait for municipality to confirm rebate. A rebate cheque of the amount you paid for the toilet(s) up to $100 per toilet and your original receipt will be sent to you within six (6) weeks.

Become a Water Smart Business today!

(More detail on website: www.sparwood.ca/watersmart)

OUTDOOR FIRE PITS It is that time of year again when people want to have a fire in their back yard. Please note that it is a requirement of the District of Sparwood that you first obtain a fire pit permit.

These are available at the main office free of charge and need to be renewed every year

SPRINKLING REGULATIONS To promote water conservation in Sparwood, the District has implemented sprinkling regulations that shall be in effect from June 1 through September 30 each year. Even numbered addresses are allowed to water on even calendar days and odd numbered addresses are allowed to water on odd calendar days.

Exceptions to the water sprinkling restrictions include nurseries, golf courses, farms, turf and tree farms, municipal parks, playing fields, and other municipal properties.

There will be special permission for those residents who have installed a new lawn (either seed or sod) for a period of 21 days after installation of the lawn.

LOST PETS Contact or advertise at: Sparwood Animal Pound 250-425-7718 The Drive (radio station) 250-426-2224 Fernie Free Press (news paper) Kijiji.ca (on line) Ferniepets.ca (on line) Cranbrook SPCA (dog pound) 250-426-6751 Put up posters and pictures of your lost pet Sparwood pets are a healthy and important part of our community. We would like to encourage all pet owners to update your pet tags and information so we can serve the needs of your four legged family members better.

DISTRICT OF SPARWOOD BUILDING INSPECTION AND PERMIT SERVICES

Building permits provide homeowners and building owners with a reasonable assurance that the structure will perform as intended and provide occupants with an acceptable level of life safety.

District of Sparwood Inspection Services is the approving authority for all construction and renovations and is responsible for: • Issuing building/plumbing permits; • Inspection of construction for all types of buildings; • Plan review; and • Building code administration.

Some projects do not require a building permit, however it is still necessary for these projects to comply with the building code and applicable zoning requirements. Be responsible and be safe. Contact the Inspection Services Department for information on permits at: • District of Sparwood 136 Spruce Avenue 250-425-6271 OR 250-425-6833 or buildingofficial@sparwood.ca or vhutchinson@sparwood.ca

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Sparwood & Elkford’s

BLACK ROCK NEWS

Contact Black Rock News at: blackrocknews@thefreepress.ca or 250 425-4475

SNAPSHOTS of the COMMUNITY Snap.1

Kelli Klein was driving for the East Kootenay Community Credit Union in the Soapbox Derby. (Left to right) Allan Barrass, Knights of Columbus Grand Knight and Soapbox Derby Organizer, Kelli Klein, Albert Berry, Soapbox computer specialist and Pete Templin, soapbox announcer.

Submitted photo

Talented face painters were busy at this year’s Coal Miner Days as many kids and adults alike had colourful faces of their favourite character or detailed design.

2012 WILDCAT DAYS

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June 29th & 30th

A Fun Weekend for All Ages!

Sponsored by the District of Elkford

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Snap.1 - Hailee Bax looked pretty in pink.

Snap.2 - A smiling snake took its place on the face of Mitchel Wyld.

Snap.3 - Batman a.k.a. Hayden Bax was pleased to be his favourite superhero over the weekend.

• Ball Tournament • Devonian Concession • Scavenger Hunt • Inflatables • Pancake Breakfast • Craft / Trade Fair • Guns of the Golden West Skills Show • Pony Rides • Local Bands • Reptile Party • Art Show • Food Vendors • Slow Pitch Dance • Geocaching Challenge • Sno Cones & Popcorn • Beer Gardens Our business is built on a foundation of quality concrete & dependable service!

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• Affidavits

P.O. Box 1886 114 Centennial Square Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0

• Wills • Contracts

July 1, 2012 -

Canada Day Celebrations 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

Sponsored by

For all of your personal, commercial or industrial automotive repair needs!

Come into Elkford and check out our newly expanded parts showroom.

New stock arriving daily!

• Leases • Real Estate

From bumper to bumper and the ground up come see Mountain Mechanical for all of your repair needs!

• Business Transfers • Mobile Homes

Business: (250) 425-2114

Toll Free: 1-800-668-7729

• Mortgages

Fax: (250) 425-2204

Email: mgravelle@notaries.bc.ca

• SMS Poker Tournament • Fireworks (Friday night) • Mini Sticks • Parade • PT the Clown • CU Train Rides • Tatters Airbrush Tattoo Studio • Giggle Booth Photos • Build a Friend • Master Magician / Balloonist • Quilt Display (at Art Show) • Grass Smash Volleyball Tournament • Cotton Candy • Preschool Dance

Sparwood - 743 Douglas Fir

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Free local pick up and delivery!

PLEASE DON’T DRINK & DRIVE

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TODD FYFE PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

(250)423-8989

www.silverridgeestates.ca

www.sellingfernie.com todd@fernierealestate.com

Real Estate Company Ltd. 1-877-423-2001 www.fernierealestate.com

Silver Ridge Price List - May 2012 Lot Number

Discounted Lot Price

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20

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Sports

Featuring Healthy Vegetarian Dishes

Caltaf track classic Elkford swimbike-run triathlon

By Ritch Braun Passtrak

By Chris Bissonette Submitted

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n Sunday, June 3, over 80 athletes took part in the 2012 Elkford Swim-BikeRun Triathlon.

It is a sprint tri, which consists of a 750m swim in the Elkford Aquatic Centre, a 20km bike and a 5km run.

There is a choice of routes for the bike ride - a fairly flat ride and a more challenging route up the mine hill to the Fording River bridge.

It was a mix of new and familiar names taking part. The weather co-operated and we were able to enjoy a barbecue after everyone was finished. Our sponsors and volunteers deserve huge thanks for making this event possible.

Top finish in the extreme sprint was Laura MacReady with a time of 1:19.00. Brendan Morgan had the fastest time for the sprint, 1:05.21.

For complete results go to www. elkfordtri.ca The Elkford Kids Tri is this Sunday.

was able to produce life time best performances in all three.

His 60 metre race improved from 12.46 seconds to 10.83.

His long jump best improved by over half a metre out to 3.09 metres. His shotput distance increased to a best ever 3.79 metres.

Noah Schuh, a second year Peewee athlete, improved in all four of his previously contested events.

He dropped his 60m time from 11.62 seconds to 10.45. His long jump distance improved

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he Calgary Track and Field Club, (Caltaf), held their annual track and field meet, the Caltaf Track Classic, on June 9 and 10.

Three Passtrak athletes competed in 22 events over the course of the weekend with very positive results.

Alan Wong, a first year Peewee athlete, had four events each day of the meet.

He had previously competed in three of those events and

to 3.42 metres, good enough for third place. He tied his best ever in the high jump at 1 metre and finished off with a new distance of 5.55 metres in the shotput.

Josh Schulz had six events in the youth boys age group. Although he didn’t manage any lifetime best performances he did improve his technique and developed more consistency in all six of his field events. He finished just out of the medals with fourth place finishes in both the shotput and discus.

World cup ski team check out Fernie’s bike trails

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

ski team chose Fernie for a mountain biking camp.

Fernie is known for the great snow in winter but also for the epic mountain

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Marie Michelle Gagnon and Erin Mielzynski participated in Vancouver 2010, have victories on the World Cup

Ski circuit and are dedicating themselves to Sochi ( they had test events in Sochi in February 2012).

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First, identify your problem areas with precision, and pay attention to which clubs were used on your missed shots.

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In golf, you must maximize your strengths and minimize your weaknesses. Only you can identify them and it is different for every golfer.

Sacrifice a bit of distance for precision. You will always come out ahead. If you are having difficulty with your second shot, using a club that you do not control very well, aim to

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STARS IN THE VALLEY THANKS YOU! On behalf of STARS we extend a heartfelt thank you to all the sponsors, participants, patrons and volunteers without whose contributions the inaugural STARS In The Valley family fun day and golf tournament would not have been the resounding success it was. Your support of the events has helped raise something in excess of $15,000.00 for the STARS foundation.

This event provides necessary funds to ensure STARS is able to provide their vital service and your support is greatly appreciated. Please know that you are making a difference in the lives of those in need of critical care and rapid transport.

Since 1985 STARS has flown more than 21,950 missions. Putting time on the patients side is what is most important and STARS strives to achieve this by providing access to advanced medical care to those who need it most when they need it most.

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Keeping oil out of landfills

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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n June 11, the British Columbia Used Oil Management Association (BCUOMA) summer ambassadors visited three recycling collection facilities in Fernie to promote the recycling of used oil and antifreeze. The goal of the program is to generate public awareness to keep these

hazardous materials out of our drinking water and landfills.

Ambassador Ali Omelaniec visited Woz Mechanical, and Emily Louie visited the Fernie Bottle Depot and Day Auto.

Over 18 million litres of used oil is not recovered by the BC Used Oil program each year. These oils are extremely hazardous to our environment and drinking water; instead of sitting in our landfills, used oil can be recycled into a variety of

useful products. The BCUOMA summer tour will see the two ambassadors travel to over 120 municipalities and over 500 recycling facilities throughout BC, spreading the message, “one drop makes a difference.”

Attending community events, speaking to government officials, as well as the public, the team is dedicated to spreading the message and keeping these hazardous materials out of our waterways and landfills.

THE FREE PRESS Thursday, June 21, 2012

Group walks for dog owners

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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ernie Pets Society is organizing group walks every Sunday this summer, as a way for dog owners to meet up – and exercise their dogs.

The first group walk will leave at 9 a.m. every Sunday from Fernie Aquatic Centre off leash dog area.

“One in six people in Fernie owns a dog, so we wanted to create an event for dog owners to get out and enjoy our beautiful trails, meet new people and also get their dogs socialized and exercised,” says Rebecca Edwards of Fernie Pets Society.

“The whole community benefits

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Walkers can meet at the off leash dog area next to Fernie Aquatic Centre at 9 a.m. each Sunday.

Walks will use easy trails and will last around one hour, taking a different route each week. Please bring a leash and poop bags.

Fernie Pets Society is an organization aiming to encourage improved facilities in Fernie that will enable more people to be responsible pet owners.

More information at www.ferniepets.org

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RCMP REPORT Sunday, May 20 • In Elkford at 10:04 a.m. an erratic driver was reported. • In Elkford at 11:01 a.m. harassment was reported. • In Sparwood at 11:51 p.m. a yellow car was reported to be speeding and driving erratically. • In Baynes Lake at 11:55 a.m. a fight was reported. • In Galloway at 1:19 p.m. a vehicle hit a cougar. The cougar needed to be dispatched. • In Elkford at 1:41 p.m. there was a domestic dispute.

In Elkford a 3:41 p.m. horses were reported to be on the highway.

Sunday, May 20

• In Elkford at 3:04 p.m. youths were partying near Dempsey Place.

Residents requested police patrol the area.

• In Elkford at 3:19 p.m. there was a domestic dispute. • In Elkford at 4:02 p.m. a fight was reported. • In Baynes Lake at 6:05 p.m. there was a 24-hour suspension. • In Fernie at 6:23 p.m. there was a false residential alarm. • In Sparwood at 6:46 p.m. threats were reported. • In Sparwood at 8:34 p.m. a complainant reported a suspicious vehicle. • In Baynes Lake at 10:49 p.m. there was a domestic dispute.

Monday, May 21 • In Elkford at 12:32 a.m. a theft occurred from a residence. Alcohol was stolen. • In Elkford at 2:49 a.m. a 24-hour driving suspension was issued. • In Sparwood at 9:29 a.m. there was a false residential alarm. • In Sparwood

at 9:57 a.m. a complainant reported hearing gunshots. Police patrolled the area and no evidence of fired shots was found • In Hosmer at 10:20 a.m. a theft from a residence occurred.

This incident may be related to marital separation. • In Sparwood at 10:24 a.m. two bikes and a dirt bike were stolen from the back of a pickup truck. Two men's Norco Wolverine bikes were stolen and later found in a back alley. A green, brown and black custom camo painted bike with blue rims is still missing. • In Sparwood at 11:22 a.m. a blue 2003 Yamaha WR450 was stolen from the back of a pickup truck. • In Fernie at 11:30 a.m. police received a request to keep the peace while belongings were retrieved. • In Baynes Lake at 1:02 p.m. a three-day driving prohibition was received.

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- Crime in the Elk Valley • In Sparwood at 1:39 p.m. a white Chevy Impala was reported for driving erratically. • In Elkford at 5:29 p.m. an unregistered and unlicenced driver was reported.

This is an ongoing problem. • In Elkford at 8:08 p.m. police received a request to locate an individual with a young child who had not arrived at their destination.

Later it was found out that they were safe and sound at their destination.

Tuesday, May 22 • In Elkford at 1:53 a.m. a 12-hour driving suspension was issued to a new driver. • In Fernie at 12:33 p.m. there was a single vehicle accident when a vehicle hit a pedestrian. The pedestrian experienced minor injuries. • In Sparwood at 12:45 p.m. a licence plate was reported lost. • In Fernie at 1:21 p.m. a licence plate was reported lost. • In Hosmer at 2:59 a.m. a semi unit was reported for speeding and passing on double solid lines. • In Fernie at 3:26 p.m. there was a false residential alarm. • In Elko at 3:46

p.m. there was a false residential alarm. • In Elkford at

In Elko at 3:56 p.m. a suspect was reported for dumping eight garbage bags off on the side of the road Tuesday, May 22

4:02 p.m. a vehicle hit a post. No injuries were reported. • In Fernie at 7:56 p.m. a purple semi and trailer unit were reported for swerving on the highway. • In Elkford at 8:47 p.m. keys were reported lost. • In Elkford at 11:47 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

Wednesday, May 23 • In Fernie at 12:09 a.m. police were requested to assist an ambulance crew with an aggressive patient. • In Fernie at 1:16 a.m. there was a disturbance at a residence. • In Sparwood

In Grasmere at 2:45 a.m. a small amount of drugs was seized. No charges were laid.

Wednesday, May 23

at 3:09 p.m. a complain-

ant reported a grey Cavalier was speeding and driving erratically. • In Sparwood at 3:26 p.m. a lost licence plate decal was reported. • In Fernie at 3:50 p.m. an abandoned vehicle was reported. • In Hosmer at 4:14 p.m. a complainant reported an erratic driver over the May long weekend. He requested a warning letter be sent to the registered owner. • In Elkford at 5:46 p.m. a theft from a vehicle occurred on Alpine Drive. A Blackberry Playbook was stolen. • In Sparwood at 6:08 p.m. police attended to a wellbeing check. The individual was taken to the hospital for further psychological evaluation.

Thursday, May 24 • In Elkford at 12:28 a.m. police attended to a wellbeing check. The individual was taken to the hospital for further assessment by doctors. • In Fernie at 12:45 a.m. a vehicle hit an elk. No injuries were reported. • In Fernie at 4:45 a.m. there was a domestic dispute. • In Fernie at 12:47 p.m. a wallet was found. • In Fernie at

1:19 p.m. a bike was found. • In Fernie at 5:42 p.m. police were requested to assist the ambulance with a patient. • In Fernie at 6:41 p.m. a black Dodge pickup was reported for speeding and driving erratically. • In Elkford at 8:08 p.m. there was a report of harassment. • In Elkford at 8:51 p.m. a complainant reported a disturbance at a residence.

Friday, May 25

• In Fernie at 1:11 a.m. a request was received from a liquor establishment to remove an intoxicated and aggressive patron. • In Sparwood at 5:37 a.m. a light blue 1997 Lincon Continental was stolen from Spruce Avenue. • In Elkford at 9:21 a.m. an abandoned vehicle was reported. • In Fernie at 11:53 a.m. threats were reported. • In Fernie at 7:56 p.m. there was a false business alarm. • In Elkford at 10:04 p.m. an abandoned vehicle was reported.

Saturday, May 26

• In Fernie at 2:02 a.m. a complainant reported a disturbance behind a liquor

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By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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he Schomberg Fair describe their music as “Roots Rockin’ Gospel Magic!”

Lyrically it grapples with the inclination to destroy oneself, the desire to be saved, and the hope of better things ahead.

The band itself was born out of the near destruction of the musical ambitions of lead singer, guitarist/banjo and primary songwriter Matt Bahen. At 24, Bahen cut off all of the fingers from his left hand in a construction accident, and had them reattached. While recuperating, he reconnected with high school friend/bassist Nathan Sidon and the two bonded over their mutual appreciation of pre-war blues. It was as Bahen regained movement in his digits that The Schomberg Fair was born. With the addition of drummer Peter Garthside’s high-lonesome vocal

harmonies and thunderous beat, the Schomberg Fair combined to create an electrifying musical inferno and an unforgettable Saturday night!

The band has been in existence for six years, has toured Canada several times and has shared the stage with top Canadian bands such as The Sadies, Ron Sexsmith, The Handsome Furs, as well as international acts such as Deertick and T-Model Ford.

Their 2011 EP release “Mercy” received accolades from music critics nationwide and was cited as a another major step forward for the band to follow up to their critically acclaimed 2009 fulllength album Gospel.

The Toronto punk-gospelAmericana trio, is currently on a North American tour with Oregon bluegrass-punk act, Larry and His Flask. The tour makes a stop in Fernie at the Northern June 23.

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Get pencils sharpened for Writers Conference

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

W

ith just one month to go, aspiring writers can still sign up for courses at this year’s Writers’ Conference.

The Fernie Writers’ Conference is a celebration of writers and writing with courses, readings, panel discussions and other events forming an educational experience for writers and readers alike.

The Conference brings award-winning writers from across Canada to instruct, read and present

The Writers’ Conference will run July 15 to 21.

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to a diverse audience from B.C. and beyond. The Conference culminates with a two-day festival of writing and reading that is open to all.

The annual Writers' Conference began in July 2007, and each year has seen an expanded program of workshops and events.

It is the intent of the organizing committee to increase the scope and quality of offerings each year in order to reach a broader range of writers of all ages and disciplines.

The Fernie Writers' Conference strongly encourages participation

from the Elk Valley and Columbia Basin areas of BC, but also gladly accepts students from anywhere in order to enrich the experience and diversity of the conference participants. The 2012 Conference runs from July 15 to 21. Registration is open and courses that have space are: • The Writers' Way - Fiction with Thomas Wharton • Inventing Truth: Techniques of Literary Non-fiction with Madeline Sonik • Fiction - Creating Character with Marina Endicott • The Unlikeliest Story with Aritha Van Herk Visit www.ferniewriters.com for more information.

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MC Derek Marshall welcomed the veterans, widows, family and guests and then invited everyone to enjoy a roast beef dinner prepared by the Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

Mayor Mary Giuliano gave a short speech saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Veterans are the pride of our country, it is because of our veterans that we are fortunate to live in a free Canada. Freedom has never been free, it comes from those that paid the ultimate price, made the ultimate sacrifice, that of giving their lives for their country.â&#x20AC;? She went on to extend congratulations and thanks in recognition of all that veterans have done for Fernie and Canada.

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Terry then read the names of all the veterans present and also those of the widows who were in attendance as well as some of those that were recently deceased.

Forty year pins were presented to Legion members Jim Singleton and Rick Yarborough and an immediate past-president pin to Jennifer Cronin.

Birthday wishes were sung to Mary East who was celebrating her 95th birthday on that day and special mention was made of her four sons and their spouses who were also present at the dinner.

Notice Ktunaxa Nation Community Forest #K1W Management Plan Notice is hereby given that the Nupqu Development Corporation has completed a draft Management Plan for the Ktunaxa Nation Community Forest #K1W. A copy of the draft Management Plan is available for viewing, by appointment, at the Nupqu ofďŹ ce from June 18, 2012 to July 18, 2012 during ofďŹ ce hours (8:30-4:30).

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ver 1,000 athletes participated in the sold out 2012 Wasa Lake Triathlon on June 9 to 10.

The lake swim was frigid this year due to cool temperatures and rain!

So cold, in fact, that officials decided to cut the Olympic length swim

in half. The annual event includes a tri-kids event on Saturday and adult event on Sunday. The adult event consists of Olympic length solo or team competitions, and a Sprint solo competition. (Olympic length is a 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike and 10 km run. Sprint length is half the Olympic length.)

For more information and race results see www.rmevents.com.

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parwood Council have approved the signing of a contract that would provide funding for a flood protection program along the Elk River.

The Flood Protection Program Transfer Agreement will accept $11,000 in financial assistance from the provincial government to be used to prevent floodwaters from eroding through the flood plain along Matevic Road, and from undermining the integrity of the new bridge abutment.

The area had been previously armoured

with rock riprap and was further stabilized when the pedestrian bridge was built. However, the erosion extends approximately 50 metres up-stream of the current armouring, with the most active erosion occurring closer to the bridge, so more stabilization is needed.

Geotechnical engineers, who surveyed the site in 2010, concluded that the erosion affecting the north-west side of the river is being caused by floodwaters entering the Elk River from Michel Creek.

Last month, Council declined a Federal Infrastructure Grant—that was to provide the same amount of funds, but that

would have included both a federal and a provincial portion—in favour of this grant, which is solely provided by the provincial government. On the declined grant, Danny Dwyer, Director of Planning & Engineering Services, said: “It triggered an environmental assessment under the federal program, which would have more than doubled the cost of the project.”

There are several solutions to further prevent erosion of the bank, and one of the next steps in this program will be to decide upon which means of armouring will have the best benefit and least environmental impact.

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10:19 a.m. an iPhone was reported lost. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 10:58 a.m. police attended to a wellbeing check. All was fine. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 11:17 a.m. there was a false business alarm. â&#x20AC;˘ In Galloway at 11:31 a.m. a vehicle hit a deer. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 11:34 a.m. a vehicle failed to stop for a school bus with flashing lights. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elkford at 1:32 p.m. a suspicious

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MCCLURE, Marke Colby: Colby was born October 23, 1940 to Stewarte & Willa and passed way suddenly at home on March 4, 2012. Colby is survived by his wife of 43 years Pauline; his brotherin-law Lloyd Findlay and his children Bradley & Linda & sons Brandon (Lisa) & Chad; Bart & Lynn & daughters Raylene (Matt Yip) & Ava; Steven & Kim & sons Justin, Scott & Trevor; his cousin Doug Bredin (Hannah); his brothersin-law Verner Hanson & Pat & her family; Ray Hanson & Bernice & son James; Allan Hanson; Terry Hanson; Carl Hanson; John Hanson & Paulette and their children Cory & Gayle & son Graham; Ryan; Lori Northrup & Steven & son Ashton and daughter Samantha; his sisters-in-law Edna Herd & John & sons John JR. & Jason; Eva Austring & Jerome & daughter Jennifer, sons Brian & Donalee, & Curtis & Christine & daughter Abigail.

Colby was predeceased by his parents; his only sister Valory Findlay (Feb 16, 2012); aunts Pearl, Mary, Helen, Marjean & their husbands; nephew Brian & cousins Bill, Hugh & Lynn Bredin. The Memorial Service will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Fernie, 691 4th Ave, on Friday, June 29th at 2:00 PM with a luncheon to follow.

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ROBERTS: It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of Daniel Gordon Roberts. With loved ones at his bedside, Dan passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on June 8th at the age of 54 years. The eldest of six children, Dan was born in Fernie on October 11, 1957.

Dan graduated from the Kitsilano Secondary School, and in 1976 he joined the 2nd Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, proudly serving in the military until 1982. An avid outdoorsman, Dan loved to spend his time fishing, attending archery shoots, riding his quad and photographing the beauty of his surroundings. He was also a military history buff who enjoyed relaxing with a good book.

Friendly and outgoing, Dan loved his family and friends. He will be lovingly remembered for his kind and generous heart, his mischievous grin …. and his really bad humor!

Dan is survived by his wife Karyn, his children: Jessica Leigh, Gordon, Samantha and Francheska, 7 grandchildren: Aries, Delana, Tessa, Brock, Wyatt, Jana and Zane, his mother Evelyn Stevens, brothers Michael (Doris) Roberts, William Roberts, Paul Stevens, Erik (Cari) Stevens with their children Holly and Heidi, and his sister Ingrid Stevens with her children, Ericka, Lewis, Jenna and Lilly. He was predeceased by his father Harry Roberts and his step-father Mark Stevens.

The family wishes to thank the Elk Valley Hospital staff, S.T.A.R.S. and the Foothills Hospital C.I.C.U. for going above and beyond in their care for Dan. In lieu of flowers memorial tributes may be made to S.T.A.R.S. Air Rescue, 1441 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, AB T2E 8M7, the Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon, Okanagan & Kootenay Area Office, 4 – 1551 Sutherland Ave. Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9 or to the BC Lung Association, Memorial Department, P.O. Box 34009 Vancouver, BC V6J 9Z9.

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1958 Buicks for restoring or parts. Call Jim after 5pm 250423-6229.

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STEEL BUILDING - Huge clearance sale! 20x24 $4,658.

25x28 $5,295. 30x40 $7,790.

32x54 $10,600. 40x58 $14,895.

47x78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

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Misc. Wanted COIN Collector looking to buy Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins.

Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. Call Chad 250-863-3082 (Local)

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Attractive 3 bedroom home in a quiet area near the park in Fernieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Airport subdivision.

New high efďŹ ciency furnace, upgraded windows, with great views from raised deck facing Ski Hill. 2 piece ensuite off master bedroom & jetted tub on main ďŹ&#x201A;oor. All appliances incl.

Priced to sell at $365,000.00. Contact Margaret at 250-425-6512 or at mebellerby@telus.net.

Koocanusa Lake 3 hrs from Calgary Unbelievable value!

Two homes, chain link fence entire 3.5 acres.

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MANAGER OF Track position.

Kelowna PaciďŹ c Railway Ltd (KPR) has an immediate opening for our Manager of Track position. The successful candidate will become part of an experienced management team and will oversee track maintenance and track capital work while insuring regulatory compliance and safe work practices and must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a track supervisor.

KPR operates on 120 miles of Class 1 and Class 2 track in British Columbiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Okanagan Valley, between Kelowna and Kamloops. This position works out of our Vernon, BC ofďŹ ces.

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Apt/Condo for Rent

LIVE THE Dream. Harbours End Marine, 27 year history on beautiful Salt Spring Island, BC â&#x20AC;&#x153;the best place on earth!â&#x20AC;?

Owner retiring, well-established business only $129,000 email: bjg_cormorant@shaw.ca

FURNISHED & UNFURNISHED rentals available immediately in Sparwood or Elkford. Contact Tammie Davy at 250-425-2968 or Lindsay at 250-425-1180.

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3 white fridges- 1-20 cu. ft. side by side 3 dr Kenmore $449.00, 1- 20 cu. ft. Maytag freezer oven white $399.00, 1-18 cu. ft.

Fridgidaire white 2 dr $399.00, 1-20 cu. ft. G.E.S. steel black sides freezer under $449.00, All 30 day warranty.

Norco mtn bike disc brakes 20â&#x20AC;? Wolverine $499.00, Good selection of military knives & collectors, Pine round table and 6 chairs made in New Brunswick, Oak Press back chairs & round table claw legs $400, Good selection of DVDs, VHS, and CDs. 7 turntables $99 and up, Duncan Fyfe mahogany table double pedestal & 6 chairs $650, Misc golf clubs & bags.

Good selection of guitars, amps, musical instruments, Lots of antiques and collectables, 2- 4 dr ďŹ ling cabinets/legal/letter $79 and $99, Good selection of jewlery, rings, necklaces etc, Good selection of home stereo speeakers, 1999 Buick Lesabre 160 km $3900, 1996 Ford Explorer 4x4 needs trans $800.

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

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Live in scenic & peaceful Elkford - Alderwood Place Comfortable apartment units 1 bdrm - $775/mth, 2 & 3 bdrm $850 (& up) - month. Includes: covered parking, sauna, heat, lights & hot water 1-250-8657676 SOUTH COUNTRY 1 bdrm unit $456/month or subsidized rent based on income. Tenants must be 55+, covered parking, garden area, great views.

Contact Katey 250531-0025.

Sparwood, BC Pineway Court Apartment units, close to downtown, affordable, hot water included, your new home.

1 bdrm $710/mth, 2 bdrm $800/mth 1-250-425-9912 Sparwood, B. C. Quiet + Comfortable + Affordable Golden Oak Gardens 1bdrm - $710/mth, 2 bdrm $800/mth, hot water included.

Walking distance to Mall.

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Mobile Homes & Pads

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SPARWOOD MOBILE for rent airtight stove 250-423-1520

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Modular Homes JUNE SPECIAL Brand New 16’ Wide Modular Homes. From $69,000.00 mark@eaglehomes.ca Mobile Homes in Sparwood.

F, S, W & Dryer. Newer 2 BR. Also 14 wide 3 BR. Pad rent included.

250-425-4424 or 250-425-4646

Storage SELF STORAGE: Personal and commercial. Call Finnigan’s Storage, 250-423-3308 or 250-423-4207.

STORAGE PLUS: Bays heated or cold & service bays with air, minor repairs. 250-4237492.

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www.evergreenpeaks.com

Tom Uphill Manor

Walking Distance to Mall

1301 4th Ave.Fernie B.C

250-865-2722

1 Bedroom Units Available Immediately Quality-Affordable and Accessible Housing Active Living for Independant Seniors and People with Disabilities.

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To Book a tour or for more information call

1 Bdrm - $775-month 2 & 3 Bdrm- $850 (& up)-month Includes heat, lights, & hot water

Julie Langille 250-278-3347

250-865-2722 Large new apartments in Sparwood.

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fridge, range, dishwasher, microwave, blinds; washer & dryer hook-ups. $1150. Rick 250-425-5432.

Scenic Downtown Elkford Alpine Court Spacious New apartments 1 Bdrm $775/mth.

2 & 3 bdrm - $850 (& up)month. Includes heat, lights & hot water 250-865-2722

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Jacob and on confirmed to be misAt about 4 p.m.

Anja Oosterwijk, the Tuesday, the Elk Valley sing couple. of a couple from Fort RCMP were notified The Oosterwijks were received to the hosMcleod who had radio transmission area in Bow transported been missing for from a remote pital to be evaluated. been River. A woman with a after becomthree days, have an European accent indicated Apparently, the two were found safe after sending ing stuck, that she and her husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s able to locate a cabin with emergency call for help. stuck, and call Police and Search and car had become it out. a radio, and make the and they could not get after Rescue in the Elk Valley an for assistance. Shortly Her husband had once Alberta had been searching the transmission, and knee, but otherwise was deterarea extensively for the couple injured narrower a day they were OK. The transa police dog was after they left for a was very broken, mined, locate the stranded trip on Saturday morning mission details could able to and did not return. Their and no further A helicopter vehicle. not be ascertained. family and friends had area, them since they was dispatched to the Crime reports - Pages heard from 16, 24 and 30

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