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I.D.E.S. kids learn fire safety

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Isabella Dicken Elementary School students practised fire safety techniques with Fire Prevention Officer Dave Kurschenska on Tuesday as part of Fire Prevention Week.

Photo by N. Liebermann

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Elk River monitored after temporary discolouration

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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another start of October first lauched across British Small Business Month long event is Columbia. The month and recognize the intended to celebrate businesses to the contribution of small local communities.

BC economy and our living in BC With one out of 10 people the celebration employed, self being has become a of small business month widely celebrated event.

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short term discolouration occurred in the Elk River on September 11 as a result of water containing sediments that were released from Teck’s Elkview Mine Operation.

Nic Milligan, Manager of

Community and Aboriginal Affairs for Teck Coal Limited, said the discolouration happened in relation to a maintenance project that was happening on the Elkview Operation’s main Goddard Creek sedimentation pond. The BC Ministry of Environment has approved the work.

He went on to clarify that there

are no human health concerns associated with the discolouration and that Teck is currently monitoring the area to ensure there are no residual environmental effects.

Also in association with the maintenance work, during dewatering activities on August 29 and September 19, nine deceased long-nose suckerfish were located in

small ponds connected to Goddard Creek. Teck notified the appropriate regulatory bodies and are in the process of thoroughly reviewing the event to determine the cause.

Teck could not be reached for a comment before The Free Press went to print.

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First break into the newspaper industry

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ine-year-old Ashley Verhaeghe-Jones just began her very first job, working as a newspaper carrier for The Free Press.

Ashley has been saving up her allowance to pay for a cell phone, but is hoping the extra cash she’ll earn delivering papers will help her reach the goal a little sooner.

“I wanted to do it because it’s the only kid job out there that I know of,” she said. “I want to be able to go buy stuff and pay for my cell phone.”

Ashley went on to say, “I wanted to work at The Free Press because everyone else has a job in my family. I asked my mom and she was OK with it.”

When it came to applying for the job, Ashley went about it the same way everyone else in her family had before her,

she handwrote a resume and cover letter, and came by The Free Press office to deliver it in person.

Ashley’s cover letter explained why she wanted the job. “Being the youngest one in my family I have decided that I want to work and have money like everyone else,” it reads. Her resume went over her work experience, including taking the garbage out, watering plants, and doing the dishes.

When asked why she decided to bring in a resume, Ashley replied with, “I just thought it was the right thing to do.”

Shortly after applying, Ashley came back to the office in her most professional outfit, and needless to say, she got the job. Thursday was her first day out delivering papers in her neighbourhood, and she seemed confident she could Ashley’s handwritten cover letter. get the job done.

Huge savings on Hardwood, carpet, tile, laminate and vinyl!!

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The Free Press’ newest paper carrier, Ashley Verhaeghe-Jones.

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Fernie residents offer feedback on OCP update

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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embers of the Fernie community came out Thursday night to see what the Official Community Plan (OCP) revision project is all about, and give their feedback on the progress made so far. The City of Fernie hosted an open house at the Fernie Community Centre from 5 to 8:30 p.m. that evening to give residents an update on the revision the OCP will go through over the next year.

The updated OCP will aim to put the City’s new long term vision, “Forever Fernie,’ in motion. It will take into account a number of community components that work towards success and long term sustainability for Fernie, including land use and development, education, housing, social development, economy, transportation,

natural areas, and infrastructure.

Working on the OCP update with City of Fernie staff is the Whistler Centre for Sustainability, a community planning organisation, as well as a 15 person advisory committee comprised of the Mayor of Fernie, Mary Giuliano, two city councillors, and members of the public.

City of Fernie staff and consultants were on hand to guide residents through the interactive open house and answer questions. As John Ingram, with the Whistler Centre for Sustainability explained, “There’s been a ton of planning work that’s been going on in Fernie over the last few years. Everything from area land use plans to parking strategies, liquid waste management plans, and resort development strategies. There’s a lot going on and the OCP is going to consider everything going on and pull elements

from it into the plan.”

There were three interactive stations set up around the room; ‘Fernie today’, ‘Fernie tomorrow’, and ‘future of Fernie’. Everyone who attended was encouraged to visit each station to find out what the proposed changes are, and give their opinion on any changes, issues, or opportunities they would like to see addressed.

“We’re asking for three things tonight,” clarified Ingram. “Tell us what you think about the current vision. We want to know about what issues you think are most important, your values, what matters most, and also, encourage others to get involved.”

The open house was one of four that will be held throughout the update process. The next is tentatively scheduled for January, and the revised OCP is expected to be adopted by December 2013.

Sparwood chamber hosts small business seminars

The Sparwood Chamber of Commerce will hold business seminars in honour of Small Business Week

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ctober 15 to 19 is Small Business Week in BC and the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce is celebrating with a series of morning coffee sessions for Chamber members and Elk Valley business owners. There will be three business related seminars held throughout the week, with each session running from 8 until 9 a.m. at the Causeway Bay Hotel.

Tess Menges, from the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises

from the Government of Canada, will visit the Chamber on Monday, October 15, to provide information on how to become a supplier of goods and services to the federal government. She’ll be teaching attendees how to market to the federal government, how the government does its buying, and how to keep track of opportunities to bid on government purchases.

On Thursday, October 18, the RCMP and Sparwood Fire Department will put on a presentation titled ‘Business Security and Protecting Assets.”

The seminar will cover inside processes and give business owners and managers tips and advice on how to keep their business safe.

Wrapping up the week, Marcia Johnson will lead participants through a social media marketing for business workshop on Friday, October 19.

All three seminars are free of charge, however seating is limited and reservations are recommended. For further information, or to register, contact the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce at 250-425-2463.

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Elk Valley RCMP welcomes new Sergeant

Former Sgt. Dave Dubnyk welcomes the new Elk Valley Sgt. Will Thien.

Photo by J. Jensen

By Jenna Jensen Contributor

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he Elk Valley RCMP welcomed their newest member into rotation this week as Sgt. Will Thien arrived in Sparwood.

Sgt. Thien is not a stranger to the Elk Valley, having been here one year ago, when Kienan Hebert went missing. "I really thought Sparwood was nice and the people here were amazing. I needed a change from the big city, and so I requested the transfer to the Elk Valley. Being in the Valley is like a breath of fresh air for me, I know I will be truly happy here, and I am really looking forward to getting to know members of the community," he says.

Sgt. Thien's credentials are long listed and his skills and talents are many. He emigrated to Canada from Malaysia at the age of 17 and after seeing a picture of a Mountie in Toronto, he knew that's what he wanted to be. Making his dreams become a reality, his first posting was in Port Coquitlam working in general duties and major crime. After working there for seven years, he then transferred to Border Integrity Intelligence

where he then joined Behavioural Sciences and was promoted to Corporal. Thien spent time studying the behaviour of known offenders and matched them to other current or cold cases. He also took on a sexual tourism case with the Integrated Sexual Predator Observation Group (ISPOT) where he travelled to Columbia and brought justice to the individual involved. "In my past duties I have spent a lot of time studying the behaviour of, and being involved in, sexual predator cases. It has been very interesting, but also very trying at times as well," says Thien. "I am really looking forward to being in a smaller town, dealing with different types of cases and working with the team here.

“When I was driving to the Valley, I was overwhelmed with a feeling of 'coming home'. I know that making this move was one of my better decisions and can't wait to begin this new stage in my life," he says.

Former Sgt. Dave Dubnyk will be transferred to Sicamous, B.C. upon the sale of his house. For now, he will continue working at regular strength in the Valley.

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From the day we printed our very first paper — back in 1898, The Free Press has reported on events, stories and legends of the Elk Valley for over 115 years.

We are one of the oldest newspapers in Canada.

We have followed stories from the spectacular to the every day, we’ve printed it all, each week: our politicians’ plans, the public’s questions, main street businesses on their way up and local careers on their way down, the hottest days of summer and deepest snows of winter. We’ve followed crimes and punishments, performances and players, our hometown teams’ victories, overseas wars, Canadian news, and B.C. views. We’ve celebrated community underdogs who’ve won and mourned lost loved ones.

After more than a century we’re still doing our very best to be the Elk Valley’s newspaper.

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Preschoolers learn about fire safety

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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he children of Bright Beginnings preschool enjoyed a recent field

2012 FLU CLINIC FLU SHOTS ARE FREE FOR: • Children and adults with chronic health conditions and their household contacts • Children & adolescents (6 months to 18 years) with conditions treated for long periods of time with Acetylsalicylic acid and their household contacts • Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care facilities • People 65 years and older and their caregivers/household contacts • All children 6 to 59 months of age • Household contacts and caregivers of infants 0 to 59 months of age • Pregnant women who will be in their third trimester during influenza season and their household contacts (pregnant women who are in other high risk groups can be immunized at any time during the pregnancy) • Aboriginal people • People who are morbidly obese (BMI> 40) • Health care and other care providers in facilities and community settings who are capable of transmitting influenza disease to those at high risk of influenza complications • Inmates of provincial correctional institutions • People who provide essential community services (First Responders, Corrections Workers) • People who work with live poultry and/or swine • Individuals who provide care of service in potential outbreak settings housing high risk persons (e.g., crew on ships) FERNIE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 DROP-IN AT THE ELK VALLEY HOSPITAL 9:00 AM TO 5:30 PM PHONE 423-8288 for inquiries JAFFRAY WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 DROP-IN AT THE JAFFRAY SENIOR’S CENTRE 9:30 AM TO 12:00 PM Phone 423-8288 for inquiries GRASMERE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 DROP-IN AT THE GRASMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1:30 PM TO 3:00 PM Phone 423-8288 for inquiries SPARWOOD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30 DROP-IN AT THE SPARWOOD HEALTH CENTRE 9:00 AM TO 6:00 PM Phone 425-2064 for inquiries ELKFORD THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1 DROP-IN AT THE ELKFORD HEALTHCARE CENTRE 9:30 AM TO 4:30 PM Phone 1-800-661-0329 for inquiries Please: • Bring Your Personal Health Care Number (Care Card) • Wear A Short Sleeve Shirt/ Do Not Wear Perfume or Cologne

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trip to the Fernie Fire Hall.

Firefighter, Tom Hopkins, taught the kids all about the importance of fire safety, and even let them try out some of the equipment.

Bright Beginnings preschool class visits the Fernie Fire Hall.

As part of Fire Prevention Week, preschool, elementary and high-school students are learning all about how to prevent fires, and what to do in emergency situations.

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COTR offers training for mature job seekers

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ollege of the Rockies’ Fernie campus, along with the Kimberley and Invermere campuses, will be offering training aimed at more mature workers. The Older Workers program will provide training for individuals between the ages of 55 and 64 who are currently unemployed and looking to return to work.

The 14-week program includes 10 weeks of instruction in areas like computers, softskills, workplace skills and job search strategies. Following the course will be a four-week job placement. Participants will receive payment for their time in the program.

Training will consist of six sessions throughout the East Kootenays, running in Fernie on October 16 and again in January 2013. It will also be offered in

Cranbrook on October 15 and in Invermere in November.

“BC Stats lists the Kootenays as having the highest unemployment rate in B.C. at 9.4%,” said Kimberley Campus Manager, Mike Flowers. “We are hoping to help address that through this training.”

Currently, roughly one quarter of the East Kootenay’s population is in the 55 to 64 age bracket.

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Fernie Leisure Service Drop-In ADULT DROP-IN SHINNY Monday thru Thursday 8:45 am to 10:15 am SKATE & SHOOT Wednesdays 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

DROP-IN FEE - $5.90

More Info Contact Fernie Leisure Services 250-423-4466

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Sparwood Search and Rescue open house

By Jenna Jensen Contributor

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he Sparwood Search and Rescue (SAR) Team welcomed visitors to their second annual open house recently.

Guests were shown around the base, informed about new search equipment, practices, and skills and enjoyed the sunshine and a barbecue during the event.

"With the open house, it really gives us a chance to let the public take a look at

what happens behind the scenes. We have been really fortunate this year with grants, and corporate and private donations, which have allowed us to purchase some new, much needed equipment," says Ed Ehrler, SAR Manager and Incident Commander. Sparwood SAR has recently added a new fully equipped emergency truck, a pair of snowmobiles, three swift water rescue boats, a District of Sparwood retired fire truck and a side

by side which is expected to arrive soon. "It takes a fair bit of money to get set up, so that we are able to respond to all types of incidents. With call volume dramatically increasing, we need to grow to meet the needs of the area," says Ehrler. " With our recent purchase of equipment there are only a couple more things we are in need of, one especially being a new building with the space to park our equipment out of the elements," he says.

Sparwood members pose in front of the new SAR truck during the open house.

Photo by J. Jensen

The SAR team currently has 22 active members, all trained in ground search, high angle rope rescue and swift water rescue. All members of the SAR team are volunteers. "Members give a couple hundred hours a year, just for training," says Ehrler.

"We have a really good, really dedicated and highly trained group. Everyone comes from all walks of life from a doctor to equipment operators," says Ehrler. Jillian Doey, a young mother of two, is an auxiliary member who is currently in training, and looking forward to joining the team. "Search and Rescue has always been something I have been interested in. I love what is involved and enjoy coming out to practices," she says.

As people enjoyed the event, Ehrler comments that the team is always recruiting new members, and people can join to help in any way from being trained directly as a SAR member, to being involved in administration and fundraising efforts.

For more information on the Sparwood SAR team or becoming a member visit www.sparwood.vr-sar.org

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Kootenay Rockies Tourism Industry Conference & 35th AGM Thursday, October 18th, 2012 Kimberley Conference & Athlete Training Centre.

Please register at: www.KRTourism.ca/conferenceregistration Phone: 250-427-4838 Conference is free of charge *The Conference will be followed by a retirement party in honour of Chris Dadson, President of Kootenay Rockies Tourism @9 pm, Stemwinder Bar & Grill.

Cash bar and live entertainment.

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ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE GR ANTS AVAILABLE Twitter

Funding maximum increased to $50,000 The deadline for CBT’s Environmental Initiatives Program’s large grant stream is October 26, 2012.

Applications are available now. Learn more at www.cbt.org/eip .

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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

PUBLIC NOTICE The District of Elkford hereby gives notice in accordance with sections 227 and 94 of the Community Charter that Council will consider at the October 9 and October 22, 2012 Regular Council Meetings, a Bylaw to exempt certain lands and improvements within the municipal boundaries from municipal taxation for the years 2013 to 2015.

For the 2013 to 2015 calendar years the following properties would be subject to the Bylaw.

The tax estimates are based on a 3% increase over the previous year.

Owner/Operator District of Elkford/ Mountain Meadows Golf Club Christian & Missionary Alliance Lutheran Church- Canada Roman Catholic Bishop of Nelson Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Elk Valley Congregational Church District of Elkford/Wapiti Ski Club

Estimate of Taxes Foregone

Property Assessment Exempted

2013 Estimate

2014 Estimate

2015 Estimate

$1,026,000 126,294 100,016 119,048 110,112 114,170 1,017,200

$5,595 454 359 428 396 410 5,289

$5,763 467 370 441 408 423 5,447

$5,936 481 381 454 420 435 5,611

$12,930

$13,320

$13,716

Estimate of Total Taxes Foregone Curtis Helgesen – Director, Financial Services October 4, 2012

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings • October 22

Regular Council Meeting @ 6:00 pm

• November 13

Regular Council Meeting @ 6:00pm

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

2013 Financial Assistance Grants The District of Elkford is now accepting applications for Financial Assistance Grant funding for the 2013 Budget Year. Any not-for-profit community groups or organizations that can demonstrate financial need and are interested in requesting financial assistance from the District for the year 2013, are encouraged to submit an application.

The completed application and required documentation for the 2013 Financial Assistance Grants must be submitted by October 31, 2012. Information packages and application forms are available for pickup at the District Office, or on the website at www.elkford.ca

Let’s work together to keep Elkford Wild at heart Bear Aware and the District of Elkford would like to urge residents and visitors to ensure they bear proof their properties and prevent conflict with bears. Please ensure that your properties are free of attractants. There are currently several bears in town because they are able to readily access garbage from residential bins.

These bears will be destroyed if this problem continues.

PLEASE, do your part to help keep these bears safe and wild. To report a bear sighting or problem, call 1.877.952.7277 “A fed bear is a dead bear”

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Editorial

by Angela Treharne

Forest fires make the news because of the devastation they cause over huge areas of country.

But the reality is, 78 per cent of deaths from fire occur in the home, and eight people die each week in Canada.

This week is Fire Prevention Week and it is something to take very seriously. Many fires start through human error, especially in the kitchen. Having oil or anything else catch fire in the kitchen can turn into a major disaster incredibly quickly and even a small fire can cause a lot of damage.

Every family should make a plan to escape their home in case of fire and practise it.

Also, there should be more than one exit, and you should practise using them all, even the windows. The kids will love it, just make sure they understand everyone is to gather together at a designated meeting place and not run back in to do it again.

Another thing families can do to make their home a little safer is to buy a small fire extinguisher and mount it on the wall in the kitchen. If you have a workshop area that you sometimes use, it might be an idea to have an extinguisher there as well. If you are a do-it-yourselfer that sometimes solders plumbing, having a fire extinguisher you can have right beside you is an excellent idea.

Why worry about having a fire? The odds are in your favour that you won’t have one, but the results of a home fire can be so devastating that you really don’t want to take the chance.

Take the time to make an escape plan, make sure your smoke alarms are working and buy a small fire extinguisher for the kitchen. It will add to your peace of mind and you and your family will be that much safer in the case of a disaster.

If you live in the country, you have two things to worry about. First of all, the fire department is going to take longer to get to a fire at your home and second of all, you don’t have any fire hydrants handy for them to hook up to. A fire truck carries 800 to 900 gallons and when fighting a fire that water is used in a matter of minutes. If you have a water source such as a dugout, make sure there is a clear path to it at all times.

Remember that Fire Prevention Week is once a year but fire can strike anytime.

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Letters to the Editor New direction needed The Muslims, the Christians and the Jews are spoiling for another war. Everybody seems to want to go to war.

War, what an insane concept in this world of today. The great talents of humanity are used to destroy each other, as if it were a video game.

Thanks Bob! I would like to add to your October 4 story on Robert Burritt (Burritt receives Queen’s Jubilee medal). In addition to the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Sparwood Futures Society Bob is also a founding member of the Elk Valley Seniors Housing Society in Sparwood. Bob was

Stop all war. Reason tells me that our creator does not want his children to continually kill each other and fail to achieve their collective destiny. Our reason for being has yet to become apparent, and look around, we are creating a mess in every aspect of our lives and the life of our home, our planet Earth.

It is all our fault.

The birds didn’t do it, none of the fish are responsible.

Humanity, you, me, our relatives and our ancestors, created all the problems we have today.

Time has proven that if we can imagine something, we can create it. Everything is first an idea, then manifested into reality.

Every car, every cell phone, every tool,

part of the Steering Committee that put through a proposal to BC Housing for the development of Seniors Supportive Housing in Sparwood.

The efforts of those devoted people brought Lilac Terrace to our community. Bob has been on the Board of Directors for the past 12 years, 10 of which have been as President.

On behalf of your fellow board members,

thank you Bob for your leadership and never ending dedication to Lilac Terrace.

Recognition of Bob’s service to his community is long overdue and it was wonderful to see this very humble person honoured this way.

Congratulations Bob, you deserve this!

every thing in Walmart was first an idea, then manifested into reality.

We need a new idea, and let us start with war. Let us declare war on this insane world we live in and let us win this war without firing a shot. By focusing the

talents of humanity in a new direction.

That direction is our destiny. Let reason be our guide.

Everything is first an idea.

Dick Murphy Nelson

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The Free Press has been the community newspaper in the Elk Valley for 115 years.

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Our current staff have been working at The Free Press for almost 60 combined years with almost 80 years of combined newspaper experience.

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The Free Press has donated over a quarter million dollars in sponsorship to non profit groups in the Elk Valley in 2011 and plan to do the same in 2012.

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We are BC Owned and Operated with David Black starting his first paper in Williams Lake.

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New lift opens at museum

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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ernie’s Grace Brulotte officially opened the new lift at the Fernie Museum

on Friday, September 28.

Fernie Historical Society president Laura Nelson and Grace celebrated the opening of the disabled access lift, and Grace used the new lift

to access the second floor of the museum to enjoy the current installation of local artist Tara Higgins' work.

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Goldstar Extreme Makeover: Clean Home Edition Do you know a friend, co-worker, or family that deserves a helping hand?

If so, Goldstar Cleaning Services wants to hear from you. On November 13th our entire team will take action making their home sparkling clean.

Visit www.goldstarservicesgroup.com to enter or post your nomination on our Facebook page: Goldstar Cleaning Services Please include in your nomination: 1. The name of the person and the # of people in the house.

2. A description of the challenges faced in this home, why this superstar is deserving and how it will help them out.

3. Photo of the home and a phone number to contact.

1591 10 Ave, Fernie 250-423-4029

Grace with representatives who helped fund the lift installation including the Columbia Basin Trust, the City of Fernie, Teck, Fernie Alpine Resort, IGS Enterprises, Fernie Rotary, Cook’s Electric, Chuck Shoesmith Construction, Dees Drywall and the museum society.

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Home Based Business Celebrating Business Success

Small Business Week, which runs from October 15-19, pays tribute to the contributions that small and medium-sized business make to the Canadian economy.

To all Home Based Business People you are invited to attend an informal networking opportunity with other home based business people.

Come and network and better understand what the Chamber of Commerce can offer you as a unique business owner.

When – Tuesday October 16th Where – Fernie Chamber of Commerce, Highway 3 Visitor Information Centre Time – 9.30am – 10.30am Please rsvp to The Fernie Chamber of Commerce, 250 423 6868

Fernie’s Grace Brulotte officially opened the Fernie Museum’s new lift on Friday, September 28.

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We’re currently building a new, bigger Ronald McDonald House® BC next to BC Children’s Hospital. Once completed, the House will keep thousands more families together as their children receive treatment at the hospital.

This House is our chance to surround more sick children with the love and support of their parents and siblings.

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Around the Valley Rod and Gun Club award first bull elk trophy 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.

The Vogue Theatre is NOW DIGITAL! Join us for a whole new movie watching experience!!

Starting Friday, October 12 to Thursday, October 18

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3:00 pm Matinees on Saturday & Sunday - $6.50 per person

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THIS WEEK Thursday, October 11

• 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.

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

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

• Fernie Heritage Library after school program, ages 11 – 13, 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Interviews – with real characters from the community and wacky fake characters from our imaginations. Drop in, but some commitment to regular attendance is required.

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• 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 • Fernie Heritage Library after school program, ages 9 to 12, 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Horrible Histories and Ancient Civilizations –Take a walk in the past and discover things much stranger than fiction. Pre-register for this program.

Saturday, October 13

• Every Saturday meat draw and 50/50 draw at Sparwood Legion 4 to 6 p.m.

• Fernie Legion meat draw 4 - 6 p.m.

Fun and Entertaining. All welcome to join us.

Sunday, October 14

• 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 • Crocheting /knitting at Christ Church Anglican, Fernie. To Register - Call 250 423 6517 or email christchurchfernie@gmail.com

Monday, October 15

• 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.

Tuesday, October 16

• 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.

• Fernie Options For Sexual Health Clinic: Open the first and third Tuesday of every month from 6.30 - 8.30 p.m. at Elk Valley District Hospital. Confidential drop-in clinic for comprehensive sexual health services include annual PAP exams, pregnancy testing and counselling, STI screening, subsidized birth control and education service. No appointment necessary. 250-4238274.

• SOAPS: Sparwood Old Age Pensioners Society meets every third Tuesday, monthly. Please contact Bunny at 250-425-7009 or Mary at 250-425-6598 for more information.

• Fernie Heritage Library after school program, ages 6-9. 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Lego and Fairytales.

Jeremy Reed (centre) claimed the first Bull Elk rifle trophy, from Fernie Rod and Gun Club president Kevin Marasco (left), harvesting an elk on September 10 with his hunting partner, Paul Caravetta (right).

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Wednesday, October 17

• 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.

• Fernie Heritage Library after school program, ages 6 – 9. 3:30 – 4:45 p.m. Hello! I’m your body – Funny facts, Parts and Experiments to learn more about the amazing body that you live in. Pre-register for this program.

Fernie Rotary Weekly Meetings Wednesdays at 12:00 Noon at the

Park Place Lodge 742 Highway 3 • Fernie

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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 Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3) Phone: 250-423-2254 For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911

Fernie Memorial Arena

Fall & Winter Schedule Sept 10 – Dec 21, 2012 Public Skating Schedule Whether you are new to skating or just want to come out for fitness and fun, the Fernie Memorial Arena has time set aside for you. We recommend helmets for public skating sessions.

Friday Evening 7:00 - 8:15 pm Saturday Afternoon 2:00 - 3:45 pm Saturday Evening 6:45 - 8:15 pm Sunday Afternoon 2:15 - 4:00 pm Check for conflicts with Ghostrider Hockey Home Game Schedule .

FREE Public Skating Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30 - 11:15 am Small children maybe on the ice so special care and attention is needed.

Shinny Hockey This very popular program is a must for the guy or girl wanting to play hockey on a drop in basis.

Recreational Shinny Hockey is great exercise, before you hit the ski hill and it can be worked into a busy schedule or shift work. Full equipment is required and no contact is enforced.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:45 - 10:15 am Skate & Shoot This program gives you a chance to get out on the ice and practice your skills with others in a loosely organized way. Skating, puck handling, shooting skills can all be improved with this type of practice. Helmets and gloves are a must, don’t come out without them.

Wednesdays 1:15 - 2:30 pm No School Friday’s If the public school is out we aim to provide on

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SPAquafit!

Fire Prevention Week October 7 – 14, 2012

DO YOU DESERVE SOME SPECIAL TREATMENT!

Join us at the Aquatic Centre for an invigorating 45 min Aquafit class followed by a revitalizing massage, delicious snacks, and drinks to warm your soul.

October 12, 2012 Aquafit 9:30am Massages from Trillium Spa Snacks 10:30am - 12:00 pm Cost: $35.00 including taxes

Call 250-423-4466 For more information or to register.

GRANT FUNDING REQUESTS

The City of Fernie is now accepting applications for grant funding for the 2013 budget year. Any community groups or organizations that are interested in requesting grant funding from the City for the upcoming year and can demonstrate financial need are encouraged to submit an application. Application forms and guidelines for obtaining grant funding are available for pick-up at City Hall at 501–3rd Avenue and can also be found on our website at www.fernie.ca. Completed applications can be faxed, mailed, emailed or dropped off at City Hall.

The deadline for submission of completed application forms is Wednesday, October 31, 2012.

Jim Hendricks, Director of Financial and Computer Services Phone: (250) 423-6817 Fax: (250) 423-3034 Email: jim.hendricks@fernie.ca ice activities for kids of all ages. Youth Shinny is a great way for kids to get into a game of hockey that is fun and non-competitive. Helmets, throat protectors and gloves are mandatory. Skate to music and join in the fun at Public Skating.

Helmets are recommended.

Youth Shinny 10:45 - 11:45 am Public Skating Noon to 12:45 pm Regular Admission Applies 2011/2012 Season Close Dates October 8 November 11 December 25, 26, January 1 Arena Admissions Prices include HST, Patrons from outside the City of Fernie and RDEK Area A pay 25% more.

Preschool 3-6 1.85 Child 7 – 12 3.45 Youth 13 – 18 4.80 Adult Student 5.35 Adult 19 – 59 5.90 Senior 60+ 4.80 Family Immediate Family 12.25 Gymnastic Program / Mondays starting Oct 15 Times - 3:55 pm Times – 4:45 pm Times- 6:00 pm Times - 6:50 pm Max Turyk School - Coach: Cathy Korn

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

The City of Fernie is seeking an Engineering Technologist to fill a vacancy in its Operational Services Department. Reporting to the Director of Operational Services, this person will be responsible for mapping and data management duties and assist with technical matters involving the design, maintenance, and planning of City infrastructure.

The successful applicant will be required to possess a diploma in Civil Technology, Geomatics or equivalent and are required to have strong skills in computer based mapping, GIS and data management applications. Experience in surveying or municipal engineering would be considered an asset. Registered or eligible for registration with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC as an Applied Science Technologist are also required..

In addition to the above qualifications, the ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and will be energetic, enthusiastic, well organized and able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with the community, consultants, contractors and internal clients. A valid BC driver’s license is required for this position.

The rate of pay for this fulltime, permanent CUPE position is per the current CUPE Collective Agreement and the hours of work are Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of interest accompanied by a resume complete with related references to be received by 4:00 pm Thursday, October 18, 2012, and addressed in confidence to: Dave Cockwell Director of Operational Services P.O. Box 190 501 – 3rd Avenue Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Or by e-mail to: dave.cockwell@fernie.ca

Fernie Aquatic Centre Fall 2012 Swim Schedule September 2 to Dec 22, 2012

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Public Swim 6:30 am to 1:00 pm 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm * At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps.* * During Public Swim times there may be shared use of the facilites due to organzied instructional programs.*

Check Out our great selection of swimsuits and goggles

No public swim times from1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Sat - Sun Public Swim 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Red Cross Swim Lessons Lessons Sets Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays From 9:30 am-10:00 am 10:00 am - 10:30 am 3:40 pm - 4:10 pm 4:15 pm - 4:45 pm Check for levels for each time slot

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Water Fit Classes Active Fit

Mon /Wed 8:30 to 9:15am “New” Aqua Blast Fri 8:30 to 9:15am

Waterslide Hours Mon - Fri 4:00 - 6:00 pm Sat & Sun 3:30 -8:00 pm

*Try our different and fun Water Fit workout *

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Tues/Thurs/Fri 10:30 to 11:15am

$2.50 Swim 7:30 to 8:00 pm Daily.

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d is tr i c t o f spa rwo o d Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: sparwood@sparwood.ca

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OH NO! YOU MISSED THE LAST COUNCIL MEETING!?!

Don’t worry! There are several ways to keep in the loop on what’s happening at the District of Sparwood!

1. Meetings are broadcast on the local cable channel at 7:00 p.m. on the Wednesday immediately following the meeting.

2. Videos are uploaded and available for viewing on: • The District of Sparwood website at www.sparwood.ca/councilmeetings • The Sparwood Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Sparwood.BC Remember that the public are welcome at all Regular Council and Committee of the Whole meetings!

Council meetings are scheduled for the first and third Monday of every month and if the Monday is a statutory holiday the meeting is scheduled for the following Tuesday. The meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. at the District Office, 136 Spruce Avenue .

Committee of the Whole meetings are scheduled for the last Monday of every month and are held at 7:00 p.m. at the District Office.

Become involved in your Community today! www.sparwood.ca

ON-STREET PARKING

The effective and efficient provision of snow and ice control operations is necessary to allow the District of

Sparwood to function under winter weather conditions. The District’s snow plows cannot deliver their best service when vehicles are parked on highways, roadways or lanes. The District asks you to please park your vehicle(s) in your driveway as soon as the snow begins to fall – empty streets enable snow plows to do a better job and ensures room for sanding equipment to cover more space.

To achieve efficiencies in snow removal and to reduce unequal windrow distribution while plowing, Council will be considering adoption of Bylaw 1106 on October 15, 2012 at 7:00 pm during their Regular Meeting of Council. Bylaw 1106 amends the “Sparwood Traffic, Parking and Highways Regulation Bylaw No. 472” to prohibit on-street parking from six o’clock am to four o’clock pm October 1 to March 31, inclusive.

Residents should note that: • Parking on the street during snow plowing, snow removal, snow hauling, or sanding operations is prohibited; • It is an offence to push, place or throw or allow to be pushed, placed or thrown any snow or ice upon a highway or lane; • That no advance warning is required under the bylaw and the Motor Vehicle Act and offending vehicles will be towed. Please make appropriate arrangements for parking your vehicles.

The Public Works Department thanks you for your co-operation so that the roads can be maintained in a satisfactory condition during the winter season.

NO SHOOTING AREA This map shows the area designated by bylaw where the discharge of a firearm is prohibited except as permitted

by Firearm Regulation Bylaw No. 540.

Firearm means a device that propels a projectile by means of an explosion, compressed gas or spring and includes air guns, air rifles, air pistols, spring guns, longbows and crossbows.

This map has been provided as general information only and is based on the District of Sparwood Firearm Regulation Bylaw No. 540. The full bylaw is available on our website at www.sparwood.ca/firearms.

For more information please visit our website or call 250.425.6271.

TOP 10 REASONS TO SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR PET!

1. Your female pet will live a longer, healthier life.

Spaying helps prevent uterine infections and breast cancer, which is fatal in about 50 percent of dogs and 90 percent of cats. Spaying your pet before her first heat offers the best protection from these diseases.

2. Neutering provides major health benefits for your male. Besides preventing unwanted litters, neutering your male companion prevents testicular cancer, if done before six months of age.

3. Your spayed female won't go into heat. While cycles can vary, female felines usually go into heat four to five days every three weeks during breeding season. In an effort to advertise for mates, they'll yowl and urinate more frequently—sometimes all over the house!

4. Your male dog won't want to roam away from home. An intact male will do just about anything to find a mate! That includes digging his way under the fence and making like Houdini to escape from the house. And once he's free to roam, he risks injury in traffic and fights with other males.

5. Your neutered male will be much better behaved.

Neutered cats and dogs focus their attention on their human families. On the other hand, unneutered dogs and cats may mark their territory by spraying strongsmelling urine all over the house. Many aggression problems can be avoided by early neutering.

6. Spaying or neutering will NOT make your pet fat. Don’t use that old excuse! Lack of exercise and

overfeeding will cause your pet to pack on the extra pounds—not neutering. Your pet will remain fit and trim as long as you continue to provide exercise and monitor food intake.

7. It is highly cost-effective. The cost of your pet's spay/neuter surgery is a lot less than the cost of having and caring for a litter. It also beats the cost of treatment when your unneutered tom escapes and gets into fights with the neighborhood stray!

8. Spaying and neutering your pet is good for the community. Stray animals pose a real problem in many parts of the country. They can prey on wildlife, cause car accidents, damage the local fauna and frighten children. Spaying and neutering packs a powerful punch in reducing the number of animals on the streets.

9. Your pet doesn't need to have a litter for your children to learn about the miracle of birth. Letting your pet produce offspring you have no intention of keeping is not a good lesson for your children— especially when so many unwanted animals end up in shelters. There are tons of books and videos available to teach your children about birth in a more responsible way.

10. Spaying and neutering helps fight pet overpopulation. Every year, millions of cats and dogs of all ages and breeds are euthanized or suffer as strays. These high numbers are the result of unplanned litters that could have been prevented by spaying or neutering.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, October 15th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC, to consider a proposed amendment to the District of Sparwood “Zoning Bylaw No. 264 1981”.

Applicant: Property affected:

Joe Valentine Portions of Lot 1 DL 4135, 6250. 6666, 7781, 8525, 9488, 9489, 12749 and 12750 KD Plan NEP88161 Except Plans EPP4883, EPP4884, EPP9100, EPP9418, EPP14228 And EPP14229, Lot A DL 4135, 6250, 6666, 7781, 8525, 9488, 9489 and 12750 KD Plan EPP4884 Except Plans EPP9418 And EPP14228, Lot 1 DL 6250 & 9488 KD Plan EPP14228 and Lot 1 DL 6250 & 9488 KD Plan EPP14228. Locally known as Whiskey Jack Resort. Shown in grey in the map inset.

Council deems it appropriate to modify the bylaw to provide for low density residential housing with an option for modular development, low density resort residential housing, low density resort residential with an option for modular development, medium density residential housing and park and recreation land within the District of Sparwood.

In general terms, Bylaw 1104 cited as "Zoning Bylaw No. 264, 1981 Amendment Bylaw 1104, 2012” will rezone portions of the property from S-RR to Parks and Recreation (PR), Low Density Residential – Optional Modular (R1A), Medium Density Residential (R-2), Low Density Resort Residential (RR-1A) and Low Density Resort Residential – Optional Modular (RR-1B). The zone RR-1B is new and is similar to RR-1A (Whiskey Jack Phase 1) but allows modular construction and panhandle lots.

All persons who believe that their interest is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission on the matters contained within Bylaws 1104 at the Public Hearing. Written submissions may be sent to the District of Sparwood, Box 520, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0. Electronic submissions by email should be sent to sparwood@sparwood.ca. Please note that due to potential email issues, all submissions sent by email should be confirmed by phone at the number listed below. These submissions must be received by no later than 4:00 p.m. on October 15, 2012 in order to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. All submissions must include your name and street address and are considered public information, pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Following the close of the Public Hearing, no further submissions or comments from the public or interested persons can be accepted by members of Council.

No shooting area Road

The above Bylaws and related staff reports and background information may be inspected at the Municipal Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, B.C., during regular office hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. local time, Monday to Friday excepting Statutory Holidays from September 18 – October 15, 2012. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Planning Department at 156 Spruce Avenue or (250) 425-6271.

Dated September 12, 2012 Danny Dwyer, Director of Planning and Engineering Services

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Ghostriders on a roll

Pre-season training in full swing for FAST kids

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he Fernie Ghostriders headed into Thanksgiving on a winning streak, after knocking off the Nelson Leafs and Creston Valley Thunder Cats over the weekend.

The Riders won 5 – 3 in Nelson, before needing overtime to beat the Cats for the second time in two weeks. After a slow start, Fernie (5–3–0–1) is back on top of the Eddie Mountain Division after winning three straight, and with points in each of the last five games.

Recently named the Kootenay Conference player of the month in September, Brendan Burge continues to emerge as one of the premier scoring threats in the KIJHL. Burge scored the game winner in both games, to increase his point total to 20 in nine games.

Playing the Leafs for the first time this season, the Riders trailed after one but scored four times in the second period for a

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hard earned road win on Friday.

Sporting their limited edition pink jerseys in support of cancer patients, the Riders hosted Creston for the second straight Saturday. The Thunder Cats gave the home side all they could handle, in a physical tilt between the division rivals.

Rookie Jake MacLachlan, who appeared in three games with the Ghostriders last season, scored his first goal as a junior halfway through the opening period.

The Riders dominated puck possession in the early stages, but Creston limited shots to the outside and eventually tied the game on a late first period powerplay.

Momentum swung to the visitors, and Fernie appeared complacent at times in the second period.

A spirited fight between Braeden Monk and Joey Berget seemed to get the home crowd into the game, and the Riders increased their intensity heading into the third period.

Each team registered 26 shots in the final two periods, but goaltending was strong in both nets and the game headed to overtime tied at one.

Burge sealed things for the Riders just under three minutes into extra time, to improve the Riders winning streak to three games.

Fernie will look to improve on the streak this weekend, when they play the Columbia Valley Rockies in a home and home series. Fernie hosts the Rockies Friday night, and as always, puck drops at 7:30 p.m.

During the month of October, the Ghostriders are participating in the Paint the Rink Pink campaign, to raise money and awareness for cancer. Fans will have the opportunity to get their hands on the limited edition pink jerseys that the Riders are wearing through an ongoing silent auction. For more information go to www.fernieghostriders.com

hey may be a few months away from hitting the slopes, but kids on the Fernie Alpine Ski Team (FAST) are already well into training for the season. A small group of dedicated FAST athletes were hard at work Thursday night with dry-land training, taking on a slack line and other balance exercises.

“Dry-land is super good because it gives the kids that athleticism background,” said K1 Head Coach, Ben Cohen. “We work mostly on balance and core strength and agility at this stage.

Especially for the younger kids we do lots of games and try to have lots of fun.”

Cohen went on to say, “It’s all about the athletic background, we’re really big on playing lots of different sports. They do lots of lacrosse and rugby skills, just to give them the background of all sports.”

Dry-land training is offered twice a week to all FAST members,

as they get ready for winter. FAST offers a variety of ski programs for kids, from ages four to 19.

Cohen elaborated, “I really feel any sort of structured ski program is really good for the kids. It gives them the fundamentals whether they’re looking to go into free skiing or racing, or just skiing for fun, it really gives them a good background of knowledge to draw from.”

Cohen believes the kids get a lot more than just ski skills out of the program. “Lots of friendships are made,” he remarked. “I know that a lot of my best friends now I made when I was their age at races. You get to know lots of kids and you get a good athletic background.”

Cohen added, “It’s not just soccer once a week, you really get that feel of a full intensity program, and so it sets the kids up better for things like going into university sports, or even university in general.”

On mountain FAST ski programs will begin as soon as the ski hill opens in early December.

FAST athletes practise their balance at pre-season dry land training.

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Emily Agate Fernie girl Emily Agate competed for the first time and came in second in the Women Surf Amateur division at the World Wakesurfing Championship in Arizona at the end of September.

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Thank-You W

e would like to thank the Fernie Fire Department and local R.C.M.P. for their prompt assistance with a small apartment fire. Their quick response prevented what could have been a much larger fire.

It’s comforting to know that we have such a crack Fire Department.

Yours sincerely, Art and Ingrid Sombrowski, I.G.S. Homes

Elk Valley girls triumph at Wake Surfing Championships

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hree local wake surfers cleaned up at the World Championships held in Arizona the last week of September.

All three members of the Elk Valley based H2O School for wake surfing made it to the podium, placing in three different categories. Fernie girl Emily Agate competed for the first time and came in second in the Women Surf Amateur division. Representing the Women Outlaw Skim, Brittney Nyrose took second. And owner of H20 School, Caroline Villeneuve, placed third in the Pro Women Skim category.

Villeneuve founded H2O

School a couple of years ago to give kids of all ages in the Elk Valley the chance to learn and compete with wake surfing locally. She also organised the first ever Koocanusa Wake Surfing Challenge this past August. “We decided to create the Rocky Mountain Wake Surfing Association so we could do the Koocanusa Challenge in August, which was one of the qualifiers to get access to the Worlds,” explained Villeneuve.

“It obviously opened the door for people that could never get to the States to compete.

It’s a good opportunity for locals to get access to the championships.”

Villeneuve believes getting a couple of her students to the

World Championships helped the girls gain experience, and also helped expose H2O. “It’s a good opportunity to meet with everyone. Every time I go to a competition I come back and I want to learn some new tricks because I’ve seen something I’d never seen before, and it’s good motivation too,” she said.

“It also make us visible to the public, to the possible sponsors, and helps to promote this amazing sport.”

H2O School also offers private swim lessons at the Fernie Aquatic Centre. For more information or to register for a class, contact Caroline Villeneuve at 250-278-7873, or by emailing info@h20schoolbc. com.

Brooke’s Friends Coming Together to Help

Friends are coming together to help a young woman through her long and difficult battle with cancer. Brooke Malakoff, graduated from Fernie Secondary School in June of this year and has been in treatment ever since. Brooke and her mom, Rochelle, will remain in Vancouver until December.

Here’s a couple of ways we can help out: BOOKS FOR BROOKE

Lots of great books for sale (by donation) - come check it out! Still accepting gently used books as well.

PENNIES TO SPARE?

We will be accepting pennies for the month of October.

The federal government has announced that pennies will be withdrawn from circulation as of February 4th, 2013, so what better way to put those pennies to a good cause?

Books are for sale and pennies can be dropped off at The Free Press, located at 342 2nd Avenue, across from the Vogue Theatre in Fernie. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm.

Just a Reminder: Anyone who would like to make a contribution to Brooke’s trust fund can visit their local CIBC branch.

The girls of H2O School show off their prizes at the Wake Surfing World Championships in Arizona.

From left: Brittney Nyrose, Caroline Villeneuve and Emily Agate.

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Riders paint the rink pink

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he Fernie Ghostriders hit the rink this weekend sporting bright pink jerseys. The team will be wearing the special edition jerseys all October long in an effort to raise money for Elk Valley cancer patients.

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something special for cancer patients and giving back to the community,” commented Head Coach, Barry Wolff.

The Ghostriders unveiled the jerseys at their Saturday night home game against the Creston Valley Thunder Cats for the kick off of a month long silent auction.

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The opening bid will start at $100 and anyone who has made an offer on a jersey will receive an email every time it gets a new bid.

The bidding will close on November 18 at midnight, and all the proceeds will go to local cancer patients.

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Bear Corner Bear sightings this week

By Kathy Murray Elk Valley Bear Aware

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nsecured garbage is attracting bears, deer and even skunks into our backyards and has resulted in the deaths of three more bears.

Providing food by intent (hand feeding or filling up the birdfeeder during bear season) or by neglect (leaving garbage outside, unmanaged fruit trees and windfall fruit on the

ground) is causing an increase in conflict with wildlife.

Three more bears were destroyed last week in Fernie, a sow and cub in the Annex and a female adult bear on Elkview. These bears were killed because they caused property damage and posed a threat to human safety. Thank you to everyone who is being a great community steward by making an effort to bear proof their property and please do share

your passion and knowledge with your families, friends and neighbours. Together we can all make a difference and keep our community safe for people and wildlife.

Recent bear sightings

the Annex and West Fernie, James White and Annex parks, all along the dike trail and behind Super 8 and Snow Valley motels.

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• Bears reported accessing fruit trees on Pine Avenue.

• A grizzly bear was reported bluff charging an individual at the rifle range. Bears were seen between Second and Fifth Avenue downtown, throughout

Sparwood South Country • A cub was struck by a vehicle just south of Jaffray on Highway 3.

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.

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October first lauched another start of Small Business Month across British Columbia. The month long event is intended to celebrate and recognize the contribution of small businesses to the BC economy and our local communities.

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Small business events across the Elk Valley Event: Seminar - Tess Menges Date: Monday, October 15th Time: 8am - 9pm Hosted by: the Sparwood Chamber at Causeway Bay Hotel Details: Tess Menges, from the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises with The Government of Canada, will provide members information on how to be come a supplier of goods and ser-vices to the Federal Government.

Contact: John Himel, Email: manager@sparwoodchamber.bc.ca Cost: Free Event: Online ‘Business Town Hall’ Date: Monday, October 15th Time: 12noon Hosted by: Scotiabank, Fernie Details: Small business customers are invited to join Arlene Dickinson (of CBC Dragons’ Den fame) for an online ‘Business Town Hall’- full details can be found at www.getgrowingforbusiness. com - Arlene is Scotiabank’s new Business Champion.

Contact: Scotiabank Fernie 250-423-8440 Cost: Free Event: Home Based Business Networking

& Coffee Morning Date: Tuesday, October 16th Time: 9:30am - 10:30 am Hosted by: Fernie Chamber of Commerce Details/Contact: Please contact Rachael Bone at the Fernie Chamber of Commerce at 250-423-6868 or members@ferniechamber.com Cost: Free Event: Small Business Week Chamber Luncheon Date: Wednesday, October 17th Time: 12noon Hosted by: Fernie Chamber of Commerce Details: At the Park Place Lodge.

Reservations required before Monday October 15th.

Contact: RSVP to the Fernie Chamber at 250-423-6868 Cost: $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers Event: RCMP/Sparwood Fire

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“Business Security and Protecting Assests” Date: Thursday, October 18th Time: 8am - 9pm

Hosted by: the Sparwood Chamber at Causeway Bay Hotel Details: Business Owners and Managers will get some great advice and tips from these two organizations to keep your business safe.

Contact: John Himel, Email: manager@sparwoodchamber.bc.ca Cost: Free Event: Small Business Appreciation Day Date: Thursday, October 18th Time: 9:30am - 5pm Hosted by: CIBC, Fernie Details:We will have refreshments for clients and be featuring our CIBC Small Business Start Strong Program which has been launched this month. www.cibc.com/ca/features/start-strong. html Contact: CIBC Fernie 250-423-4426 Cost: Free Event: Social Media Marketing for Business Date: Friday, October 19th Time: 8am - 9pm Hosted by: the Sparwood Chamber at Causeway Bay Hotel Details: Join us as Marcia Johnson leads us through the electronic world of Social Media Marketing.

Contact: John Himel, Email: manager@sparwoodchamber.bc.ca Cost: Free Event: Coffee & doughnuts Date: Friday, October 19th Time: 9:30am - 2:00pm Hosted by: Scotiabank, Fernie Details: We’ll be offering existing and prospective small business customers coffee & doughnuts, we’ll also invite them to enter a draw to win a copy of Arlene Dickinson’s book ‘Persuasion”.

Contact: Scotiabank Fernie 250-423-8440 Cost: Free

Event: Community & Business Excellence Awards Night Date: Thursday, October 25th Time: 6:00pm Hosted by: Fernie Chamber of Commerce Details/Contact: For more details and to reserve your seat please contact Rachael Bone at the Fernie Chamber of Commerce at 250-423-6868 or members@ferniechamber.com Cost: $40 cash bar

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Support small businesses: shop local

By Nicole Liebermann Reporter

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mall businesses are essential to the success of any community and its economy. From tourism outlets and community services, to retail outlets and construction trades, the City of Fernie is home to many locally run small businesses.

With a location conveniently close to the U.S. border, it’s important for Fernie residents to remember when you shop local, you’re supporting local jobs and local families.

The temptation to visit the States to shop has grown, with the recent increase of the duty free limit for Canadians from $50 to $200 for a stay of more than 24 hours, and from $400 to $800 for more than 48 hours.

Co-owner of local business, The Guides Hut, Beth Gallup said she’s noticed a huge trend in cross-border shopping that is affecting her shop. “According to Stats Canada, the new rules helped a 14 per cent jump in overnight travel and a 12 percent hike in same day travel to the U.S. via B.C. border crossings in June, compared to the same month in 2011,” stated Gallup.

“So it’s a huge impact. It’s not just our imagination, it’s an actual phenomenon.”

With a lower dollar, duties, and taxes, Gallup understands why people make the trip to the U.S., however she hopes they understand the positives to shopping at home. “Employment is one way that supporting small businesses really helps, in terms of just keeping the whole community vibrant,” she explained. “For example, if you’ve got a rental suite that you want to rent out to someone who needs a job, then if there’s a small business that needs to employ that person, you’ve got a tenant for your rental. It’s all so interconnected.”

Gallup knows the support of the Fernie community is crucial to the success of her business, which contributes back to the success of the community itself.

“By supporting all of these small businesses, you’re keeping the money in the community, and that in turn allows for small businesses to support the charitable initiatives in the community,” said Gallup. “I can’t count

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She added, “When all of the dollars go out of the community, that means that there’s less dollars in the community to do things like building and supporting people living here year round.”

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A fashion Odyssey for every woman

By Nicole Liebermann Reporter

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dyssey has been providing fashion to Fernie women for 14 years.

An essential part of the downtown s h o p p i n g district, the store offers a wide range of clothing for a wide range of women.

Owner, Yvonne Molle, describes Odyssey as a casual, career, and special occasion clothing store. From career clothing and outerwear, to weekend outfits and a variety of dresses, there’s something for almost every occasion.

“We sell a lot of dresses through the summer and throughout the season,” commented Molle. “The lifestyle in Fernie doesn’t maybe always dictate dresses, but women love wearing them and men love seeing women in dresses.”

And it’s not just all about the clothing.

“We carry a large range of accessories,

from belts, scarves, hats, purses, jewellery, just fun accessories from season to season,” Molle said. “There’s always something novel that’s on the marketplace that we try to bring in. That’s just an ongoing thing with accessories, they’re fun to sell, people that are just totally browsing can grab something if they’re not into trying on that day, they love their accessories.”

After moving to Fernie with her husband years ago, Molle noticed there wasn’t much shopping in town available specifically for women. She explained, “I was working as an optician before [coming to Fernie] and needed to do something, and really saw a void in the community as far as ladies clothing went.”

Odyssey opened in September of 1998, and is now entering its

fourteenth year in business, and still going strong. “It’s been a good run,” Molle remarked. “There have been ups and downs. The struggle now is the dollar and cross-border shopping. So there’s always something around the corner that you have to be adjusting to and dealing with, but for the most part, it’s been really good.”

She added, “I think you’re always evolving, you’re always trying to read the customer.

There’s always those little hiccups along the way where you have to make adjustments.”

What keeps not only the store going, but Molle herself, is helping out her customers. “The service side of things I really like. There’s quite a bit of satisfaction that comes with helping people,” she said. “We have a lot of fun with what we’re doing, and really try to provide good service.”

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Polar Peek Books celebrates Independents’ Booksellers Day

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olar Peek Books and Treasures will open its doors Saturday to authors, publishers, dignitaries, and readers in honour of Canadian Booksellers Association Independents’ Day. The locally owned and operated

business will celebrate from 1 to 4 p.m. with a variety of activities, including an in-store sale, draws, prizes, cake, and a children’s treasure hunt.

“Celebrating Independents' Day is our way of saying how much we appreciate our loyal and faithful customers for shopping here and supporting

our local bookstore,” commented Patty Reedyk, owner of Polar Peek Books. “It’s our way of giving back to our customers and to encourage them to continue shopping local as it supports much more than our store, but is an important growing movement across Canada.”

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Montreal punk rockers make a stop in Fernie

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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rimSkunk is touring western Canada this fall and they’ll be rocking out at The Northern in Fernie on Wednesday night.

The psych-punk-rock band’s spirit is described as pure, raw energy and emotion, amongst

a whirlwind of punk angst and outrage, and the hopeful, almost hippy idealism of those who dare to dream.

Now touring to promote their newest album ‘Set Fire!’ recorded in Sydney, Australia, the group will travel from Winnipeg to Vancouver in the month of October, with a total of 10 stops.

Set Fire! Is said to be a musical

journey to the other side of the world, focusing on the band’s use of spontaneity and instinct during the creative process.

Dearly Beloved from Toronto will join GrimSkunk along the way as the opening act on the tour, in support of their latest album ‘Hawk vs. Pigeon.”

Montreal psych-punk-rock band GrimSkunk will play The Northern Wednesday night.

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Independents’ Day, an initiative of the Canadian Booksellers Association, which represents close to 1,000 bookstores, including trade, campus, specialty chain, used and rare booksellers, in urban and rural communities.

The celebration gives bookstores across the country an

opportunity to raise awareness of issues affecting their businesses.

Current hot topics in the industry include the importance of promoting local literature, the contribution independent bookstores make to their local economies, and the role they play in creating a strong arts presence in their community.

Competition celebrates Kootenay writers

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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he 2012 Kootenay Literary Competition (KLC) and Youth Creative Writing Competition are now accepting submissions. With larger cash prizes, lower entry fees, publication in the KLC anthology for winners, and writing workshops, 2012 is shaping up to be the most exciting year so far.

Presented by the Nelson Writers Society and the Kootenay Literary Competition Committee, the annual events are open to all writers living in the Kootenay region.

The theme for the adult competition is ‘revolution’, and adults can enter in three categories, fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry. For the youth competition, grades 7-9 must use the words ‘riddle’, ‘domino’, and any form of the verb ‘to skulk’, at some point

in their work. Grades 10-12 must use the phrase ‘there was only one thing left to do’.

While the full judge list has yet to be confirmed, Fred Wah, Canada’s Poet Laureate will judge the adult poetry category. Rita Moir, 2012 One Book One Kootenay winner, will be back to judge the adult Creative Non-Fiction category.

Winners in each of the categories will be announced at the KLC awards ceremony and celebration on January 18, featuring winners’ readings, free desserts, and a special performance by spoken word poet, Sheri-D Wilson.

All winners of the youth competition will be invited to attend a weekend creative writing workshop, taking place in the spring of 2013 in Nelson.

For all of the entry requirements and competition details, visit www. kootenaylitcomp.com.

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SHARE YOUR STORY in Celebration of Carrier Appreciation Week, October 13-20th Have you ever been a paper carrier in our communities - South Country, Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford? Would you like to share your experience? We would love to hear from past and present carriers regarding their carrier experiences. We are sure there are some great stories out there we can share.

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Frequently

Occasionally

Never

Compromise on quality to save money?

Forego a brand name to save money?

o o

o o

o o

o

o

o

1

2

3

4 or more

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o o

o o

o o

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............ 35-44

o

o

o

o

............ 45-54

o

o

o

o

............ 55-65 ............ 65+

o o

o o

o o

o o

* 9. Are you or someone in your household planning to purchase a new or pre-owned vehicle in the near future? (If no, jump to Q13)

Male.....18-24

o

o

o

o

............ 25-34 ............ 35-44

o o

o o

o o

o o

* 10. Will it be a new or preowned vehicle?

............ 45-54

o

o

o

o

o Pre-owned

............ 55-65 ............ 65+

o o

o o

o o

o o

o Yes

* 3. How much time do you typically spend reading the newspaper, its stories, advertising and flyers? o Less than 10 minutes o 10 - 20 minutes o 21- 30 minutes o 30 minutes +

o No

Newly built

Previously owned

Single detached Townhouse

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Ű Ű

Condo

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Resort property

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* 18. Are you planning any financial transactions?

Please check all that apply. o Consolidate your debt load o Pay off a loan o Pay off your mortgage o Remortgage your property o Renew your mortgage o Secure a loan

o New

* 11. What type of vehicle are you considering and when do you plan to purchase?

Next 3 months Car Minivan

* 17. What type of real estate are you looking at?

Next 6 months

Next year

o o

o o

o o

Pickup truck

o

o

o

SUV

o

o

o

o Seek financial planning advice o Set up a line of credit o Switch banks or credit union o None of the above

* 19. In which category does your annual household income fall? o Less than $35,000

* 4. Which advertising offers are you most interested in?

Appliances Discount, bargain or dollar store Clothing, accessories and footwear Computers, tablets, phones, cameras Fast Food Furniture, rugs and beds Groceries Health, personal care and make-up Office supplies Tools, home & yard improvement Toys & games, arts & crafts TV, stereo, PVR, Satellite

Frequently o o o o o o o o o o o o

o $35,000 to less than $50,000 o $50,000 to less than $75,000

* 12. Is your next vehicle most likely to be...?

Occasionally o o o o o o o o o o o o

Never o o o o o o o o o o o o

* 5. Please check the stores you shop at

o Economy o Midrange o Luxury o Hybrid

o $75,000 to less than $100,000 o $100,000 to less than $150,000 o $150,000 or more

* 13. Which ‘extra’ items are you likely to spend on in your household?

* 20. In which city/municipality do you currently live?

Car detailing Fast food Fitness membership Further education or courses Gourmet foods or desserts Home improvement less than $500 Home improvement over $500 Live theatre or festivals Manicure, pedicure, hair styling

Frequently o o o o o o o o o

Occasionally o o o o o o o o o

Never o o o o o o o o o

Movie downloads, Pay per view, movie channels Movie theatre Restaurant dining Scratch and lottery tickets Trips to a casino

o o o o o

o o o o o

o o o o o

o Army & Navy

o Jysk

o Safeway

o Bargain! Shop o Best Buy

o Kin’s Farm Market o London Drugs

o Save-on-Foods o Sears

o Buy Low

o Lululemon

o Shoppers Drug Mart

o Canadian Tire

o M&M Meats

o Sport Chek or Sport Mart

o Chapters o Choices Market

o Mark’s Work Wearhouse o Marketplace IGA

o Staples o Starbucks

o Coopers

o Nesters

o T&T Supermarket

o Dollar Giant o Dollarama

o Overwaitea o Pharmasave

o The Bay o The Brick

* 14. Are you planning to travel in the near future?

o Extra Foods

o PriceSmart

o The Source

o Future Shop

o Real Canadian Superstore

o Tim Hortons

o Home Depot o Home Hardware

o Reitmans o Rexall

o Walmart o Winners

o Ikea

o Rona

o XS Cargo

In Canada for less than 3 days by plane Getaway of less than 3 days to the USA Longer trip within Canada by car Longer trip within Canada by plane Longer trip to the USA by car Longer trip to the USA by plane Longer trip outside of North America

* 6. What most influences your decision when choosing a grocery store? o Loyalty to the chain o Closest to home o Best deals/offers/coupons o Rewards or credit card program

For business o o o o o o o

For pleasure

No plans to travel

o o o o o o o

o o o o o o o

______________________________________________

* 21. How far will you drive from your home to use a business or service? o 16-30 minutes o 31-60 minutes o 1 hours o 2 hours o 3 hours o More than 4 hours o I don’t shop outside of my own community

* 22. Thank you for taking the time to complete our survey. If you’d like to be entered into the prize draw, please leave us your first and last name and your email address. We will contact the winner via email or daytime phone number at the close of the study.

First name _____________________________________________ Last Name _____________________________________________

Email address ___________________________________________

* 15. Does anyone in your household plan to sell or buy real estate in the near future? If no, jump to Q18)

or daytime phone ________________________________________

o Yes o No

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Ta r g e t e d I n i t i a t i v e f o r O l d e r W o r k e r s Job Skills Training Opportunity

Who is this for?

Participants must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Unemployed • Aged 55 – 64 (in some circumstances, unemployed workers aged 50 – 54 or 65 and up may also participate) • Be legally entitled to work in Canada • Require new or enhanced skills for successful integration into new employment • Live in an eligible community/region • Be ready and committed to returning to work

What will you get?

Participants may be eligible to receive: • Class-based skill development – including job searching and career planning • Funding to access training at local educational institutions/trainers • Income support for the duration of in-class training • Targeted wage subsidy for on-the-job training

When is it?

• Oct 16, 2012 to Feb 1, 2013 (14 weeks)

Funded by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers John Gawryluk parked outside his house downtown on 10th Street in Fernie Tuesday night and woke up the next morning to find bear prints all over his truck.

He wasn’t sure what had made the bear so interested in getting into his car, but he was glad he had remembered to lock it!

Photo by A. Haarstad

Elk Valley Area For more details, phone 250.423.4691 or 1.866.250.423.4691 or email jgutzman@cotr.bc.ca

The Fernie Lions’ Club

would like to say Thank You to the following businesses and individuals for making our

Annual Demo Derby Trico Homes Teck Coal Cameron Enterprises Fernie Readi-Mix Rizzuto Construction Rocky Mountain Electrical Snow Valley Sand & Gravel Fernie Auto Parts Shoesmith Construction Mitchell Excavating Fernie Rentals Bighorn Welding City of Fernie Rayco Steel Home Bulding Centre Fernie Skating Club Creations by Jeannie

Overwaitea Foods Sparwood Communications Foothills Silvaculture T.R. Wood Products East Kootenay Credit Union Pace Excavating Newalta Corp. – John Furedi Sparwood Lions Club Girl Guides of Canada Sparwood Towing – Glen Leydon Mike Sevinski – Water Truck Southeast Disposal Fernie Ghostriders Mountain Manna Water Co. Flame Guard Hosmer Volunteer Fire Dept.

Murray Pask & Staff – Fernie Brewing Co.

A “Smash ing” Success !

Special Thanks to our Trophy Sponsors: The Bridge Bistro Overwaitea Foods Tim Hortons Home Building Centre Backyard Mechanical Fernie Auto Paarts R & K Contracting Coal Valley Motor Products

And a big thank you to all of our incredibly hard-working volunteers and, of course, the drivers. We couldn’t do it without you, and hope to see you again next year!

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South Country breakfast A face in the crowd

By Anthony Dransfeld Contributor

B

aynes Lake cafe in the South Country is opening for breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to accommodate the hunters

who want to eat after an early morning in the bush.

The breakfast menu will include bacon and eggs, pancakes, two scramblers, and french toast. The cafe will be open for supper at 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

and

Mom and daughter, Bonnie Kari and Brenda Thompson, do the cooking at the Baynes Lake cafe (located in uptown Baynes Lake.)

Brenda managed Boston Pizza in Fernie for 10 years.

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.

WHO INSTALLS YOUR WINTER TIRES IS AS IMPORTANT AS YOUR WINTER TIRES. Ford Technicians aren’t your typical mechanics. They’re trained

by Ford to know your Ford better than anyone else, especially when it comes to winter tires. They’ll help you find the tires that fit your vehicle best, according to its year, model, weight and drivetrain. This winter, don’t let just anyone install your winter tires.

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For more details and offers, visit us at your BC Ford Store or ford.ca All offers expire December 15, 2012. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. See Service Advisor for complete details. Applicable taxes and provincial levies not included. Dealer may sell for less. Only available at participating locations. 1Storage term is at the Dealer’s sole discretion, up to a maximum of one year. ††In order to receive a local competitor’s advertised price: (i) tires must be purchased and installed at your participating Ford Dealer; (ii) customer must present the competitor’s actual local advertisement (containing the lower price) which must have been printed within 30 days of the sale; and (iii) the tires being purchased must be the same brand, sidewall, speed and load ratings as shown in the competitive advertisement. Offer only available at participating Ford dealerships. This offer is valid on the cost of the tire only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Offer does not apply to advertised prices outside of Canada, in eBay advertisements, by tire wholesalers and online tire retailers, or closeout, special order, discontinued and clearance/liquidation offers. Limited time offer. Offer may be cancelled or changed at any time without prior notice. See your Service Advisor for details. ▲Ford Protection Plan is only available for non-commercial cars and light trucks. If an eligible Ford, Motorcraft® or Ford-approved part fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, wear out or rust through, it will be replaced at no charge as long as the original purchaser of the part owns the vehicle on which the part was installed. Labour is covered for the first 12 months or 20,000 km (whichever occurs first) after the date of installation. Emergency brake pads are not eligible under this plan. See Service Advisor for complete details and limitations. ‡‡ Rebate offers are manufacturer’s mail-in rebates. Rebates available on select Hankook, Continental (credit card gift card), General Tire (credit card gift card), Goodyear, Dunlop, Pirelli, Yokohama, Bridgestone (credit card gift card), Firestone (credit card gift card), Michelin and Toyo tires. Offers are valid on qualifying sets of four tires, purchased and installed at participating locations during the respective promotion periods for each tire brand. Offer is valid on the cost of the tire(s) only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Amount of rebates, start dates and expiration dates (range from November 20 – December 31, 2012) vary depending on tire manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the customer to submit the required claim forms and proof of purchase to the relevant tire manufacturer with sufficient postage by the required deadline for that rebate offer. See your Service Advisor for complete details and claim forms. ** Excludes emergency brake pads or shoes. Machining or replacement of rotors and drums available at additional cost. © 2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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In Memory of Bruce Inglis Aug 12, 1944 - Oct 11, 2001 Ten years have passed; No one know how much we miss you.

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Centennial Square, Sparwood YOU ARE INVITED! Mass Times: Saturdays: St. Michael’s ~ 7:00 pm Sundays: St. Michael’s ~ 11:00 am St. Bernard’s Mission, Elkford ~ 4:00 pm Thursdays: St. Michael’s ~ 6:30 pm Fridays: Lilac Terrrace ~ 11:00 am Confessions: Following each mass, or by appointment.

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NORTHERN ALBERTA clearing contractor seeks experienced Buncher and Skidder Operators for work in Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided; Michelle@CommandEquipment. com. Fax 780-488-3002.

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Education/Trade Schools 21 WEEK HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM Prepare for a Career in Heavy Equipment Operation. Introducing our new Apprenticeship Program which includes:

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ITA Foundation ITA HEO Theory Multi Equipment Training (Apprenticeship hours logged) Certificates included are: • Ground Disturbance Level 2 • WHMIS • Traffic Control • First Aid Reserve your seat for October 22, 2012.

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BANNISTER AUTO GROUP If you are energetic, creative and motivated and have the desire to join a “Customer First Family”, then we should invite you to come grow with us. We are one of Western Canada’s fasted growing automotive companies. We have an opening at our GM store in Vernon for Sales Manager. Interested in joining our team?

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Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy Elk Valley Community Literacy Coordinator

This is a part-time, term position to cover maternity leave beginning November 1, 2012.

Position goals include working with an inclusive Community Literacy Planning Committee, delivering relevant and effective local literacy programs, partnership development, funds management, grant writing, and staff management.

Abilities and attributes: Outstanding communication, interpersonal and presentation skills Knowledge of the literacy field and the ability to develop and manage programs Ability and enthusiasm for funds development, including proposal writing Strong time-management, administrative and priority-setting skills Strong consultation and team-building skills Willing to work flexible hours and to travel Computer software competence High degree of self-initiative, adaptive and creative Inclusive, sensitive and respectful approach to collaboration Post-secondary education and a background in teaching, facilitating groups, and community development will be definite assets.

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Imperial Oil is one of Canada’s largest corporations and a leading member of the country’s petroleum industry. The company is a major producer of crude oil and natural gas, and a major developer of Canada’s vast oil sands located in northern Alberta.

We are developing the exciting Kearl Oil Sands Project north of Fort McMurray, Alberta with an estimated lifespan of over 40 years. The project will incorporate a large scale mining and bitumen production operation, utilizing world class technology and equipment.

Kearl – Mine Operations Manager In this key, senior level role, you will assume responsibility for the entire mine operation, focussing initially on organizational development while recruiting qualified professionals and supporting plans for future expansion, and ultimately will manage a staff of more than 370 personnel. You will be accountable for all Safety, Health and Environmental operating conditions, mine production, services, tailings and training, as well as mining operations contracts. This position is a fly-in flyout role to the Kearl site. The rotation schedule is 10 days in and 10 days out, with 12-hour shifts. A strong and seasoned leader, you bring to this role at least twenty years of mining/engineering management experience and, ideally, a Mining Engineering degree. A commitment to continuous improvement and safe operations is essential.

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THE FREE PRESS Thursday, October 11, 2012

RCMP REPORT Monday, September 17

• In Sparwood at 2:57 p.m. a suspicious man was seen approaching people in the downtown area of Sparwood and making strange comments.

Police have identified the subject and are dealing with the matter. He appears to be suffering from mental health issues.

• In Hosmer at 3:17 p.m. a white Chevy car with Alberta plates was swerving and passing unsafely.

• In Sparwood at 5:34 p.m. a found wallet was turned in.

• In Fernie at 7:34 p.m. a black bear was seen.

Tuesday, September 18 •

In Sparwood at 12:06 a.m. there was a complaint of a careless use of a firearm and threats. The individual was taken into custody, had his firearms seized and released on a future court date.

• In Elkford at 12:09 a.m. there was a large grizzly bear spotted on Caribou Drive.

• In Sparwood at 2:49 a.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Sparwood at 9:52 a.m. a complainant reported sometime overnight her vehicle was vandalized on Ponderosa Drive.

• In Sparwood

- Crime in the Elk Valley

at 11:49 a.m. threats were reported.

• In Fernie at 1:18 p.m. there was a disagreement between an employer and employee.

• In Sparwood at 5:24 p.m. a wallet was found.

• In Fernie at 8:51 p.m. there was a fight between four people at a local business.

• In Fernie at 10:18 p.m. a possible impaired driver was reported.

Wednesday, September 19 •

In Sparwood at 12:21 a.m. there was a bylaw complaint when two large

dogs were howling for hours.

• In Fernie at 7:50 a.m. a vehicle struck a post and knocked down a power line.

• In Fernie at 11:08 a.m. an assault was reported.

• In Sparwood at 2:42 p.m. there was an attempted break in to a trailer.

This occurred sometime over the last few months.

• In Elkford at 2:47 p.m. vandalism was done to construction equipment.

• In Fernie at 3:36 p.m. threats were reported.

• In Elkford at

3:42 p.m. Lethbridge RCMP requested assistance from the local detachment to serve a subpoena.

• In Fernie at 3:55 p.m. there was a hit and run accident.

In Roosville at 4:08 p.m. the border requested police assistance with Americans coming into Canada with a small amount of marijuana.

two vehicle accident.

The vehicles were partially blocking traffic.

• In Fernie at 8:25 p.m. two men were seen on the roof of a business.

• In Fernie at 11:19 p.m. there was a report of a large dog barking excessively.

Thursday, September 20

Wednesday, September 19

• In Fernie at 4:18 p.m. there was a

• In Sparwood at 2:50 a.m. a wellbeing check was made. The subject was located and taken to the hospital for further assessment.

• In Sparwood at 6:14 a.m. a truck was stolen. The truck was found nearby and a suspect has been iden-

tified. This incident is still under investigation.

• In Galloway at 9:18 a.m. a rancher’s fence was cut, allowing his cattle to escape.

• In Sparwood at 1:54 p.m. a lost licence plate decal was reported.

In Sparwood at 3:51 p.m. there was a hit and run motor vehicle accident.

• In Elkford at 4:43 p.m. there was a report of vandalism and theft. A boat was left at the campground and a boat motor, lifejackets and sunglasses were stolen. The campsite was also trashed.

Continued on page 29

RDEK Public Hearing Notice Bylaw 2389 & 2390

Bylaw Amendment - Baynes Lake The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an application by Karen Bergman and Dwight Grymaloski to amend the Baynes Lake Official Community Plan and the South Country Zoning and Floodplain Management Bylaw. If approved, the amendments will amend the OCP and Zoning designation of the subject property to accommodate a two lot subdivision. The subject property is located on Sanborn Road in Baynes Lake as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2389 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Baynes Lake Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2319, 2011 – Amendment Bylaw No. 1, 2012 (Palmer Road / Bergman - Grymaloski)” will amend the designation of Lot 3, Block 17, District Lot 132, Kootenay District, Plan 1181 from MH, Medium Holdings to SH, Small Holdings.

FortisBC Contractor Program information session Are you a natural gas contractor? You’re invited to attend a breakfast meeting to learn about the FortisBC Contractor Program. It’s free to join and benefits include: • up to $5,000 in co-op advertising funds* • company listing on the FortisBC website • advance notice of energy efficiency rebate programs When: Tuesday, October 23, 2012 Where: Best Western Fernie Mountain 1622-7th Avenue, Fernie Time: 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

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Bylaw No. 2390 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – South Country Zoning and Floodplain Management Bylaw No. 2320, 2011 – Amendment Bylaw No. 1, 2012 (Palmer Road / Bergman - Grymaloski)” will amend the designation of Lot 3, Block 17, District Lot 132, Kootenay District, Plan 1181 from RR-2, Rural Residential (Small Holding) Zone to RR-1, Rural Residential (Estate) Zone.

A public hearing will be held at: Baynes Lake Community Hall 468 Jaffray-Baynes Lake Road Baynes Lake, BC Monday, October 22, 2012 at 4:00 pm The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area B and the Electoral Area A. 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 Tracy Van de Wiel, Planning Technician, at 250-489-0306, toll free at 1-888-478-7335, or email tvandewiel@rdek.bc.ca.

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RCMP REPORT Continued from page 28

• In Fernie at 4:48 p.m. a suspicious person was seen near the turnoff to the ski hill.

• In Fernie at 8:49 p.m. a group of youths were causing a disturbance near a local business.

• In Fernie at 10:01 p.m. a group of youths were causing a disturbance outside a school.

• In Sparwood at 11:17 p.m. a dead deer was on the highway causing a hazard to motorists.

Friday, September 21

• In Fernie at 12:33 p.m. a request to serve a summons was made.

• In Sparwood at 2:18 p.m. a lost cell phone was turned in.

• In Fernie at 3:48 p.m. a grey Nissan was reported for driving erratically.

• In Fernie at 3:49 p.m. a lost licence plate was reported.

• In Fernie at 5:46 p.m. a white SUV with B.C. plates was reported for tailgating and driving erratically near a school.

• In Fernie at 6:28 p.m. a black Jeep was reported for driving erratically.

• In Elkford at 8:08 p.m. shots were heard.

In Fernie at 8:57 p.m. a group of youths were seen spray painting cars.

Friday, September 21

• In Fernie at 9:30 p.m. three motorcycles were seen driving erratically.

• In Sparwood

at 10:22 p.m. a vehicle was reported to be having a hard time maintaining a lane.

• In Fernie at 11:08 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Fernie at 11:58 p.m. two men were seen fighting outside a local motel.

Saturday, September 22

• In Fernie at 4:27 a.m. there was a domestic dispute.

• In Fernie at 8:45 a.m. there was an erratic driver pulling a trailer.

• In Fernie at 10:38 p.m. there was a break and enter reported. A cell phone was missing. This incident is still under investigation.

• In Fernie at 1:07 p.m. an abandoned mountain bike was discovered locked up to a street sign.

• In Fernie at 2:41 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Elko at 4:58 p.m. an erratic driver was reported.

• In Fernie at 8:44 p.m. a large group of youths were seen starting to fight behind the arena.

• In Fernie at 10:42 p.m. a possible impaired driver was reported.

• In Fernie at 11:46 p.m. youths were seen throwing things at vehicles.

Sunday, September 23

• In Sparwood at 11:53 a.m. the border services requested police assistance with suspicious activity.

• In Roosville at 12:49 p.m. a small amount of drugs were seized.

• In Fernie at 3:33 p.m. an abandoned vehicle was

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reported.

• In Roosville at 8:19 p.m. a border jumper was reported.

It turned out to be a hunter.

• In Sparwood at 10:16 p.m. threats were reported.

3:02 p.m. police were requested to assist the ambulance and fire department.

• In Fernie at 4:05 p.m. a bike was stolen.

• In Sparwood at 5:13 p.m. a wellbeing check was made.

All was fine.

• In Sparwood at 6:46 p.m. a suspicious vehicle was reported when a person was seen shooting at elk from the highway. Upon police arrival the individual was gone.

• In Sparwood at 8:08 p.m. a wellbeing check was made.

The individual was taken to the hospital for further examination.

• In Sparwood at 8:38 p.m. a loud TV was reported in Juniper Court. This is an ongoing issue.

• In Elkford at 11:22 p.m. a vehicle hit a deer. The deer needed to be dispatched.

Monday, September 24

• In Fernie at 9:12 a.m. a rear licence plate was stolen.

• In Fernie at 10:08 a.m. a motorcycle and some tools were stolen from a residence on Cokato Road. The bike is described as a 2001 KTM dirt bike, black, orange and silver in colour.

• In Sparwood at 12:33 p.m. there was a false residential alarm.

Tuesday, September 25

• In Fernie at 2:24 a.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Hosmer at 10 a.m. there was an abandoned vehicle reported.

• In Elkford at 1:10 a.m. police were requested to locate an individual.

• In Fernie at 10:18 a.m. there was a found bike.

• In Fernie at 10:40 a.m. an individual reported a lost floor plate and wall coverings.

• In Fernie at 12:13 p.m. a firearms licence was turned in.

• In Galloway at 12:22 p.m. there was a call from the ambulance requesting police assistance.

• In Sparwood 2:30 p.m. there was a call about an assault at the Secondary School.

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In Sparwood at 3:09 p.m. there was a request from Calgary to notify a resident of a death.

Sunday, September 23

• In Sparwood at 12:57 p.m. speeding vehicles in a school zone were reported.

• In Fernie at 4:54 p.m. a licence plate was found.

• In Fernie at 5:10 p.m. police were requested to assist another detachment with an individual in the area with outstanding warrants.

• In Galloway at 5:18 p.m. threats were reported.

• In Sparwood at 6 p.m. there was a disturbance outside a business.

• In Fernie at 7:08 p.m. vandalism was done to a residence when the windows were broken.

Wednesday, September 26

• In Elkford at 12:07 a.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Hosmer at 12:17 a.m. there was a breach of court ordered conditions.

The individual was arrested and taken into custody. He has been transported to Kamloops Regional Corrections Facility.

• In Sparwood at 1:39 p.m. there was a possible impaired driver complaint. The vehicle was not located.

• In Fernie at 10:17 p.m. a bike was stolen.

In Sparwood at 11:22 a.m. a licence plate was reported lost.

• In Fernie at 1:27 a.m. there was a false residential alarm.

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FALL IN LOVE WITH A FORD AND SWAP YOUR RIDE. VISIT BCFORD.CA OR YOUR BC FORD STORE FOR DETAILS. VIEW OUR SWAPISODES ONLINE AT FORD.BLOG.CA/SWAPISODES WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ▼Offer only valid from September 1, 2012 to October 31, 2012 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with a Costco membership on or before August 31, 2012. Use this $1,000CDN Costco member offer towards the purchase or lease of a new 2012/2013 Ford/Lincoln vehicle (excluding Fiesta, Focus, Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, Transit Connect EV & Medium Truck) (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered and/or factory-ordered from your participating Ford/Lincoln dealer within the Offer Period. Offer is only valid at participating dealers, is subject to vehicle availability, and may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. Only one (1) offer may be applied towards the purchase or lease of one (1) Eligible Vehicle, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford Motor Company of Canada at either the time of factory order (if ordered within the Offer Period) or delivery, but not both. Offer is not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Applicable taxes calculated before $1,000CDN offer is deducted. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. *Purchase a new 2012 Fusion SE with automatic transmission for $20,999. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate of $4,750 has been deducted. Offer includes freight and air tax of $1,650 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Choose 6.19% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a new 2012 Fusion SE with automatic transmission for a maximum of 72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $302 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $139 with a down payment of $2,900 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $3,614.66 or APR of 6.19% and total to be repaid is $27,713.66. Offer includes a Manufacturer Rebate of $4,750 and freight and air tax of $1,650 but excludes variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. †††©2012 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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English as a Second Language Free Classes!

Offered by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy

Practice your speaking, reading and writing in English!

Location: 44 Mt. Washburn Avenue (the old Max Turyk School) Day/Time: Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Start and End Dates: Octover 16th, 2012 Cost: FREE! To register, please contact: Leah Wilkie Community Literecy Coordinator 250-423-3023 lwilkie@cbal.org

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Fernie man’s store named best in country

By Scott Stanfield Comox Valley Record

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uality Foods in Courtenay, managed

by Dan Gigliotti who is originally from Fernie, has been named top grocer in the country by the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers.

Regionally, the store came out on top in the large store category for B.C. and the Yukon for the second year in a row, then went on to capture national gold as the best of the best in Canada.

The honour, part of the Independent Grocer of the Year Awards program, was accepted

by QF founding partners John Briuolo and Ken Schley on behalf of store manager Dan Gigliotti and his staff at the annual awards dinner Tuesday in Toronto.

The award was presented to the store in large part because of its strong and consistent participation in community activities.

The store assists the local food bank, sponsors sports teams, and participates in Canada Day and Christmas parades. QF Courtenay is a major sponsor

of the latter.

“Being a newer store, this is only the second year we were eligible to compete against other independent grocers," an elated Gigliotti said. "The quality of stores competing each year here and across Canada is very high. The independents in this category are the best of the best, so we are thrilled with this recognition.”

"We've only been open two and a half years, so it's quite the feather in our cap," Gigliotti added. "It's not only good for us but good for the City of

Courtenay. It puts them on the map."

Gigliotti credits his staff for going "above and beyond" every day at the store.

"I'm excited for them more so," he said. “This award is because of our people who work in the store. Really it belongs to all of them.”

"It’s hard to express how very proud I am of their character, hard work and commitment to providing the best shopping experience possible."

The store opened in April 2010.

Manager Dan Gigliotti is elated that the Quality Foods store in Courtenay has been named the top grocer in the country.

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The Free Press and the Basin for Literacy The The Fernie Ghostriders, TheColumbia Free Press andAlliance the Columbia Basinare Alliance partnering on a great new event for Fernie. for Literacy are partnering on a great new event for Fernie.

On Thursday, October 6, some of Fernie’s highest profile people will be out on the On Thursday, 11 asking the Fernie Ghostriders, CBAL and the The Free Press in staff street with our October newspaper for donations to help support literacy initiatives will community. be out on the street with ourdonation newspaper asking help support our Along with your we will givefor youdonations a copy of to your community literacy initiatives in our community. newspaper for FREE (plus there might be a few extra promos to go along with that).

Absolutely all funds raised from the day will go towards CBAL and all funds will stay in Absolutely all funds raised from day will go towards CBAL and all funds stay in the community in which they arethe raised to support literacy programs in ourwill community. the community in which they are raised to support literacy programs in our community.

Help Promote PromoteLiteracy Literacyand andLifelong LifelongLearning Learningininour ourCommunity Community.

Help Help Promote Literacy and Lifelong Learning in our Community

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Elementary students practise fire safety

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Fernie Skating Club heading to Kamloops

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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tudents at Isabella Dicken Elementary School practised fire safety techniques on Tuesday, in honour of Fire Prevention Week.

The kids worked through a mock fire situation and learned what to do if they are involved in a fire.

Members of the Fernie Skating Club are getting ready to travel to Kamloops for the Autumn Leaves skating competition, taking place from October 12-14. It’s been a busy fall for the girls, who just returned from a competition in Regina.

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The Elk Valley Hospital Foundation presents a

Our Annual Gala Fundraiser Elk Valley Hospital Foundation

Worry less, live more.

Together, we'll make it happen MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY Please join us Thursday, Oct. 18 at your local branch. Bring a friend — and enjoy refreshments and door prizes.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR MEMBERSHIP!

Saturday, October 27 6pm at the Community Centre

Cocktails at 6pm, Dinner (catered by John Valikoski) at 7pm.

Enjoy Dinner & Dancing/Entertainment and a Silent and Live Auction.

In October 2011 the East Kootenay Foundation for Health launched its’ largest public fundraising campaign to date - A Clear View – a 2 year, $1 million fund raising venture to purchase a digital mammography unit for the East Kootenay Regional hospital. This year, funds raised at our gala will go towards this great cause.

EKCCU.COM CRANBROOK • ELKFORD • FERNIE • SPARWOOD

All photos by N. Liebermann

Tickets: $75 per person.

Available now at Stephanie’s Glass, Ghostrider Trading Co. & the Elk Valley Hospital.

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