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Community members came out to The Arts Station on Sunday and got creative making lanterns for the second Fernie Lantern Festival.

For the full story and photos turn to page 15.

Photo by N. Liebermann

Abducted child returned safely to Fernie

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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three-year-old is safely back home in Fernie after allegedly being abducted by his father last week.

It is thought 39-year-old Robert Barnett kidnapped his son Alvin Thursday afternoon.

Just before 7 a.m. Friday, Alvin Barnett was found alive and unharmed on a street in Whitefish, Montana, about 80 kilometres southeast of the Canadian border.

Cpl. Dan Moskaluk, Senior Media Relations Officer at the RCMP, said

Alvin was found unhurt.

“It is our understanding that he is unharmed,” said Moskaluk. “Aside from being tired and hungry, he was found in good condition and in good spirits.

Barnett was arrested in Whitefish at approximately 6:45 a.m. Friday outside a private residence.

On Thursday night, he had approached a man near the Pin and Cue Bowling Alley in Whitefish and asked for money. The man agreed to buy him breakfast the next morning and let him sleep in his car outside the man’s house. On Friday morning, the man realized

that Robert was wanted by authorities and called police. The Flathead County Sheriff and Whitefish Police Department arrested Robert without incident and Alvin was found unharmed.

Police confirmed that Barnett was arrested and detained in Montana. He is known to police and has a criminal record.

Barnett is now charged in B.C. with one count of abduction by a parent or guardian and two counts of theft over $5,000, according to online court records.

He has told the U.S. authorities that he does not want to return to Canada

and is deciding whether he will fight extradition according to Undersheriff Dave Leib of the Flathead County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities believe that Alvin and his father crossed the Roosville border into Eureka, Montana some time before 3:15 p.m. Thursday.

Earlier, an Amber Alert was issued by B.C. RCMP alleging that Robert Barnett was heading south on Highway 93 with his son in a 2002 blue Subaru Outback.

Moskaluk said that police at 3:15 p.m. received the report of a parental abduction after a supervised visit between Barnett and his son

at the Red Tree Lodge in Fernie.

He said the Amber Alert was issued because the situation met all the criteria, and they believed the child was in imminent danger.

He could not say how Barnett and Alvin were able to leave the room of the hotel where they were having a supervised visit, and leave in Barnett’s car.

An Amber Alert is intended only for the most serious, time-critical child abduction cases. It is not intended for cases involving parental abductions, except in lifethreatening situations.

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Fernie’s first Black Friday

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ocal businesses and the Fernie Chamber of Commerce are coming together to bring the first ever Black Friday shopping event to the community this Friday.

Instead of heading across the Alberta or U.S. borders, they’re hoping to convince locals to stay in town to support Fernie businesses, while taking advantage of some amazing deals and extended hours.

“To help people shop local, I think it’s important to give them some great deals,” commented Mark Hall, owner of local business Gear Hub. “We’ll be doing it up right in

true Gear Hub fashion.”

“It’s going to be pretty unbeatable, either online or anywhere really, we’ve got sales across the whole store in all categories, with up to 75 per cent off on lots of amazing stuff.”

Gear Hub is just one of several Fernie outlets that will be taking part in the event. Some of the retailers offering special deals are Barkside Pets, The Guide’s Hut, Carosella, Green Petal, Freyja Lifestyle Fashion, Heaven Boutique, Boardstiff, Odyssey, and Ghostrider Trading Company.

Also joining in on the sale action is Loaf Bakery, Fernie Brewing Company, and The Free Press.

With such a close proximity

to the border and the ease of online shopping, the shop local theme is becoming more and more relevant in the city of Fernie.

“We have such an active community, and I think its important being a border town, either with Alberta or the U.S., to kind of pay attention to what’s going on,” remarked Hall. “I find that lots of people like to shop local as long as it doesn’t cost them a huge premium, it has to be a competitive price.”

Each store will be offering their own deals and discounts. For a full list of all the participating businesses and sale details, visit www.fernieblackfriday. blogspot.ca.

Santa Pups coming to Fernie

Screenings support Women’s Resource Centre

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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he wait is over.

The Vogue Theatre will be showing Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups this Saturday and Sunday.

The special screenings will give Fernie locals who were extras in the film the chance to see themselves on the big, 30 foot, silver screen. The Disney movie was filmed in Fernie last fall and fea-

tures several local locations.

The screenings are also an opportunity for the Vogue, and community members, to give back. Tickets will be sold for $6.50, with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Fernie Women’s Resource Centre.

Santa Pups will play on Saturday, November 24 and Sunday, November 25 at 4:30 p.m.

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iving in a small town and knowing all the businesses does have some advantages. I shop in all three communities; my clothing in Fernie; groceries in Elkford and Sparwood; vehicles in Fernie; hardware in both Sparwood and Fernie; and electronics in Elkford. I find the service is excellent and all are willing to go out of their way to help. In fact, I recently had an appointment in Elkford and my vehicle wasn’t working, so they actually came and picked me up at my home, and then brought me back when I was done. It doesn’t get much better than that.

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CUPE workers strike at COTR

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ollege of the Rockies campuses were closed on Tuesday and Wednesday and all classes were cancelled.

CUPE support workers were outside picketing at the Fernie College of the Rockies campus, the main campus in Cranbrook, as well as the Creston and Golden campuses.

The job action comes after failed last minute efforts by CUPE Local 2773 to get the provincial government

to sign off on collective agreements with B.C.'s 3,000 CUPE college support workers.

CUPE led a number of B.C. colleges in the province wide labour action that began Tuesday. College of the Rockies Invermere, Kimberley, and Gold Creek campuses were also closed. Other colleges taking part in the strike were North Island College, Vancouver Island University, Camosun College, College of New Caledonia, and both Vancouver Community College

campuses.

B.C. college support workers have been without a contract since 2010.

They are asking for a no-concessions four year deal, with two per cent wage increases in the last two years, to stay in line with other recent public sector settlements in B.C. The issue at hand is a blockage in negotiations in the province’s Public Sector Employers’ Council and the ministry of advanced education.

“If it

wasn't for government interference in collective bargaining, we would be heading to work this morning with a reasonable contract in our pocket,” commented Ian McLean, CUPE's B.C. Colleges Coordinator.

“Instead, we are heading for the picket line.”

The unionized workers serve in a number of support service departments at College of the Rockies, including facilities, IT, finance, admissions, registration, financial

aid, library, bookstore, and financial aid.

Faculty were not expected to cross picket lines, however management staff were available at the closed College of the Rockies campuses to answer questions and deal with student issues during strike action. All campuses are expected to reopen today.

For the most recent labour action updates go to the Job Action Website at www.cotr. bc.ca/jobaction.

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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he public will have to wait until January to find out what the fate of Randall Hopley will be. The sentencing date for the man who abducted Kienan Hebert from his home last fall has been rescheduled again.

The psychiatric assessment to determine whether Hopley should be named a dangerous offender has been completed, however the contents will not be made public until January.

Hopley appeared before a B.C. Supreme Court Justice through a video conference on Monday. Justice Heather Holmes heard that more time is needed to study the report before the sentencing hearing can move forward. Lawyers for the defence and the Crown said they had only just received the report on Monday.

Hopley took threeyear-old Kienan from

his Sparwood home last September. He was returned to his home safely and without injury just a few days later, while Hopley was arrested and pleaded guilty to the abduction.

Justice Holmes ordered a psychiatric assessment in August to decide if Hopley should be labeled a dangerous offender.

Dangerous offender status is the toughest punishment under Canadian law.

If Hopley is determined a dangerous offender, he could be sent to prison indefinitely. While Hopley has insisted he did not harm or sexually assault Kienan, and no evidence has been presented that he did, Hopley does have a criminal history. He has a previous conviction for sexual assault in 1985 and an attempted abduction in 2007.

Hopley has been in protective custody since his arrest.

Court will reconvene in Cranbrook on January 14.

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B.C. government names appointed council for Jumbo

By Annalee Grant Cranbrook Daily Townsman

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he Jumbo Glacier Resort will be incorporated on February 19, 2013.

Minister for Community, Sport and Cultural Development Bill Bennett announced Tuesday morning that Greg Deck, Nancy Hugunin and Steve Ostrander will form council at the new resort municipality at the Jumbo Glacier Resort. Deck will be the mayor of the new municipality.

"The role of the council will be the same as any other elected council in the province," Bennett said.

NDP candidate for Kootenay East Norma Blissett said the resort municipality was established using a flawed piece of legislation and she has concerns about the lack of timeframe for the appointed council.

"I think it's an antagonistic move towards the residents of this valley," she said.

Phil Taylor will be the interim corporate officer, ensuring that the

municipality is operational by its incorporation date of February 19, 2013.

Bennett called the new resort a "game changer" for tourism in the province and announced $200,000 in initial start up funding including $60,000 to fund Taylor's position.

Blissett said the government should not be funding a municipality with tax payer's money when there are no tax payers in the municipality.

"Here we have a government providing tax payer's money to a development that most tax payers are opposed to," Blissett said.

Bennett said the proponent will be primarily responsible for the municipality's start-up costs. Bennett later clarified and said the money being contributed by his ministry will go to cover legal and administrative costs of setting up such a municipality.

"The province always invests in the creation of a municipality," he said. "This is not unusual. This is what the province always does."

After the $200,000 in funding is used up by the new council, Bennett said the province would look at the project but did not commit anymore funding.

"We would have to assess the situation when we get to the end of 2013," he said.

Bennett said the province is willing to invest a small sum of $200,000 into a project that could eventually return millions to a region that hasn't been doing well economically in the past few years.

He said the order in council had been signed on November 19 ahead of the public announcement after the province determined a resort municipality would be the best form of governance for the proposed Jumbo Glacier Resort.

Bennett cited previous municipalities created in the same way such as Whistler, Tumbler Ridge and most recently Sun Peaks.

“The mountain resort sets up a civic framework under which development can occur in a responsible fashion and in accordance with the terms of the master

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Bennett said the council that has been appointed was selected out of East Kootenay people and the search began three months ago under former Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Ida Chong.

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elections are expected to occur when there is a stable population. Bennett did not say what the population needs to be in order for elections to be held.

Bennett also could not say what form the initial meetings would take, whether they would be open to the public or not or where they would take place.

Blissett said the lack of framework to have

meetings in public heading into the incorporation is against how the public believes government should operate.

“Here we are talking about a behind-closeddoor meeting – it’s not how government should function,” she said. “I think the voters will speak to that next May. “This is being pushed forward in advance of the election deliberately.”

Wildsight calls Jumbo resort municipality a public land grab

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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he B.C. government created the Jumbo Glacier Resort municipality on Tuesday. Encompassing the wilderness area of the Jumbo Valley, this new municipality has a population of zero and an appointed council of three.

This decision follows overwhelming public

opposition, grizzly bear science, First Nations spiritual claims, as well as opposition from the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM).

“This is a public land grab,” stated Robyn Duncan, Program Manager with Wildsight.

“For 20 years, the people have said no to the Jumbo Resort, grizzly bear scientists have said no to the Jumbo Resort, and the

Ktunaxa Nation has said no to the Jumbo Resort.

“In September, the Union of BC Municipalities said no. This decision changes the face of democracy in B.C.” Controversial changes to the Local Government Act last May gave the provincial government the ability to create a municipality in a wilderness area.

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It is the residents' responsibility to ensure that their systems do not freeze. Any thawing of lines will be at the homeowner's expense.

For more information please call Public Works at 250.865.4025.

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by Angela Treharne

If ever there was an example of the effectiveness of the Amber Alert system, the incident last week is it.

Missing three-year-old Alvin Barnett was found safe, in another country, just 15 hours after he went missing, because a resident of Whitefish, Montana, had seen the Amber Alert and contacted police.

The problem with the Amber Alert system is it's just not enough.

Amber Alert literally means "America's Missing: Broadcasting Emergency Response," although it was originally named for Amber Hagerman, a 9-year-old who was abducted and murdered in Arlington, Texas, in 1996.

Generally the masses do not understand that very specific criteria must be met before police can issue an Amber Alert.

Police must believe a child under the age of 18 has been abducted and have descriptive information about the child, the abductor, or the vehicle.

It routinely takes hours to establish these facts.

Without these guidelines police would issue alarms every day, for runaways or for kids who forgot to tell their moms they had basketball after school. Highway signs, newspaper websites and radio broadcasts would be flooded. Amber Alerts would mean nothing.

It was lucky for Alvin’s family that the police determined that this case met all the criteria to allow them to issue an Amber Alert, and that this was determined so soon after he was reported missing. It’s not always the case that it is issued when a child is suspected to have been abducted by a family member. However, for whatever reason, the police believed Alvin was in danger, and therefore met the criteria.

But when a police officer first responds to the report of a missing child there are opportunities to alert the public instantly, without issuing an Amber Alert.

Cops can Tweet. They can post on Facebook.

They can employ the technology that did not exist in 1996 when Amber Hagerman was snatched and killed.

When three-year-old Kienan Hebert disappeared from his home in Sparwood last year it took the law enforcement bureaucracy nearly nine hours to issue an Amber Alert.

At the community level we need permissions that allow cops to issue public alerts about missing children "from the scene."

The bodies of many abducted and murdered children are eventually recovered near their homes. They are killed soon after being taken.

Amber Alerts would not help them.

An effort to provide instant, community focused police bulletins would improve the chances for all missing children.

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Letters to the Editor Who pays for Manitou Road paving?

Are you paying attention to what City Council is doing, how they are conducting business on our behalf?

I would challenge all of us to pay attention.

It has come to my attention that Manitou Road is about to be paved with all taxpayers paying the cost equally at a price of $800,000. There will be no parcel tax – councillors don’t support it and to quote one councillor – “the property owners don’t support a parcel tax either.”

Council’s own policy within the Five Year Plan 2009 - 2013, Schedule B, states, “Where appropriate the City will consider the use of parcel taxes as a means of recovering costs from specific subsets of properties for the provision of services that PRIMARILY benefit those particular properties.”

There are many instances of parcel taxes in the city – Alpine Trails, Golf Course, Annex Subdivision and the Downtown Revitalization project – those property owners paid the additional amount for the enhanced service. The property owners in the Ghostrider Subdivision paid a discounted price on the property they bought, their assessments are

less than similar types of businesses within town and the taxes collected are less, indicating the reduced service level they receive.

Please take the time to read the minutes of February 6, 2012 where the whole situation at Ghostrider is laid out well by the Director of Finance. The discussion was very broad, talking about the paving of all of the Ghostrider Subdivision.

Council chose to ignore the report from staff. Two councillors are in direct conflict, sitting through the discussion with one declaring the conflict just as the resolution came before council and the other one not declaring a conflict at all.

This is in direct contravention of the Community Charter, Division 6 – Conflict of Interest, Disclosure of Conflict section 100. In my opinion, these two councillors should be dismissed from council because of it.

I would hope that you go to City Hall and ask for the minutes, or find them online at www.fernie.ca, read them and then write a letter to the mayor and council to stop this expenditure as an equal cost to all taxpayers and have the property owners pay a larger portion (parcel tax) for their benefit and the benefit

of their businesses.

The two councillors who participated in the discussion and vote have a pecuniary interest in the project, as they have businesses within the Ghostrider Subdivision.

The second thing I would like to ask is that you challenge your councillors as to

this conflict of interest and the pecuniary conflict and have them be responsible for the contravention and step down. Mayor and council were elected to do the community’s business on our behalf, fairly and equitably.

Cindy Corrigan Fernie

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Letters to the Editor continued from page 6 Deer Population

I recently received a letter from her Worship saying nothing could be done about our deer population.

She went on to say that people enjoy the deer and intentionally feed them. I didn’t know it was legal to encourage wildlife in our town by feeding them. Where do you draw the line? I, for one, kind of enjoy the bears so maybe I can leave out food for them. Again you mention Ms. Murray – joke. You can’t do anything about a specific problem but you have no problem wasting money on graffiti, a water park for winter or shrubs in the Ghostrider Park (not your cost) while the roads are crap. When I was in the

It’s time to replace the Indian Act

Hundreds of thousands First Nations people live in Canada and they deserve better than to be shackled by the failed colonial and paternalistic policies of the Indian Act, which has helped deny them their rights, fair share in resources, and fostered mistrust and created systemic barriers to self-determination and success. First Nations have been adamant that we need to move beyond it, yet the government has so far refused to get the ball rolling.

The Indian Act is more than 136 years old and touches every aspect of life of First Nations. First Nations need the approval of the Minister to pass bylaws. It puts so much red tape around economic development that it often doesn’t happen. The Act is so intrusive on reserve residents’ lives that they cannot even write a will without the minister’s approval.

Yet, as Prime Minister Stephen Harper has rightly said, the Act has deep roots and cannot simply be

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Industrial Park, I watched our City Water Department cruise the area almost every day and once even stopped at the GM Store to look at vehicles. Maybe you can get some of your “busy” employees to chase the deer out of town. When I wrote my first letter, a couple of my friends said, “they’ll tell you to live with it”.

Guess what? They were right. Let’s pretend we tried and he’ll go away.

You know something? I won’t go away. I have a lot of beefs with the new City of Fernie and even though my complaints fall on deaf ears, I will continue to write in and maybe more people will speak up. I have some time on my hands.

Phil Soukoroff Fernie abolished. For decades governments of all stripes have allowed this problem to fester.

Now all parties have a chance to take real leadership on the problem.

I have a motion before the House of Commons compelling the federal government to work with First Nations on a nation-to-nation basis on a plan to replace the Indian Act with modern agreements based on rights, responsibilities of the Crown, and the original Treaty relationship.

With a deadline and a process, we can finally begin to resolve the many long-standing economic and social inequities that plague First Nations communities in Canada.

Yet the Conservatives, including MP David Wilks, said they would vote against this progress by opposing the motion. They say they want to change the status quo, but once again, this is just words.

We cannot continue to put this off. Please tell Mr. Wilks to vote for change.

Bob Rae Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada

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Around the Valley Business bylaws facing change H 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.

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THIS WEEK Thursday

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

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

2nd and 4th Thurs of month.

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

Every second Thursday starting Jan 12.

• 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.

Friday

• Cribbage at Senior Drop-In Centre, Fernie, every Friday 7.30 p.m.

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

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

• Fernie Heritage Library storytime program. Tuesday and Friday; 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

• Fernie Legion regular meat draw and 50/50 every Saturday, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fun and entertaining. All welcome.

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

Sunday

• 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.

Monday

• 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 250-4237825 or wyhames@gmail.com • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 1 to 3 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

Tuesday

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

• 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 9a.m, to 2p.m Monday through Thursday. Coffee or tea, sandwiches, soup and/or dessert can be purchased. General public welcome.

•Crib / Whist alternate weeks, Seniors Drop In Centre, Fernie, 7.30 p.m.

Wednesday

• 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. Tuesday and Friday; 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.

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

ome-based businesses in the Elk Valley may soon be operating under new regulations. The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is working to revise the home-based business zoning and land use bylaws in an effort to recognise and benefit businesses operating on residential properties.

Area A Director, Mike Sosnowski, attended a City of Fernie council meeting on November 13 to ask for mayor and council’s support of the amendment process as it moves forward.

The current bylaws apply to all homebased businesses, no matter the size of the property they reside on. The proposed regulations would split home-based businesses into two categories, minor and major. This would help to legitimize businesses operating on small properties,

as well as allow for a wider range of opportunities on larger rural land parcels.

Sosnowski explained the goal is to help small, residentialbased businesses with the start up process, and encourage them to move on to a bigger property as they grow.

“The way this bylaw is designed, with the restrictions for number of employees, number of parking spots and size of the area that can be used, if somebody starts a business and it’s going to grow, they have to get out of there. They have to come to town,” explained Sosnowski.

“So you look at it as an incubator for small businesses. If a small business can start at home, it will get bigger.”

F o l l o w i n g S o s n o w s k i ’ s explanation of the possible changes, mayor and council weighed in how they felt the bylaw would affect the community of Fernie. One of the major concerns was that the new

regulations would take away a neighbour’s right to dispute living next door to a business.

“We have had situations in this valley where a neighbour has expressed great concern over property uses,” said Councillor Randal Macnair.

“The rezoning of development permits have been applied for, and the neighbours have said no, this isn’t what we bought into.”

He added, “I think that we really have to respect the concerns of those neighbours and I don’t think that this goes far enough to do so.”

Councillor Willard Ripley expressed that the rights of an individual who has purchased property to start a business are just as valid as someone who has bought property to use solely as a home.

“Someone’s out there, they’ve got a rural setting, and they want to start a business.

They come up with a bright idea, maybe they’ve been laid off, who knows what

their circumstances are,” said Ripley.

“They come up with a great idea to start a business and they start to build that business up. I think that having regulations or bylaws that support them in that growth is a good idea.”

While further discussion followed, in the end, council voted unanimously to support the RDEK’s efforts to revise the home-based business regulations.

The process is still ongoing, however should the bylaw amendments be passed, Sosnowski believes they would not only legitimize businesses running under the radar, but also provide economic and social benefits to the communities they are operating within.

“I think it’s good for my residents, and I think it’s good for everybody around to create wealth,” stated Sosnowski. “If it’s made on the outside of city limits, it will be spent on the inside of city limits.”

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Thursday

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

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

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

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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

The City of Fernie is actively seeking an individual to take on the position of being a Casual Labourer for the Leisure Services Department. This position is being brought on to provide additional coverage within the Department. This position will be expected to work shift work exclusively on weekends

Essential qualifications for this position include:

Please make sure to take your garbage to the Fernie Transfer Station located at 6000 Highway #3 (across from Home Hardware) where the following items are accepted:

We require an energetic individual who has the physical ability and agility to work extremely well in the performance of a wide variety of tasks. Ideally, one who will have a strong background in building maintenance, grounds keeping and Arena operations in a Parks and Recreation environment.

• Valid B.C. Drivers License, minimum Class 5 • Refrigeration Safety Awareness Certificate • Physically Fit

This position has a wage rate of $27.91 per hour and is scheduled to start ASAP. A clean drivers’ abstract, a criminal record check and a physical are mandatory for the successful applicant.

Interested individuals are invited to complete the application form attached to this posting and submit it to: Cam Mertz Director of Leisure Services City of Fernie 250 Pine Avenue Fernie, B.C. Fax: (250) 423-6608 Email: cam.mertz@fernie.ca

For further details on this position please refer to the Labourer Job Description contained within the Collective Agreement.

Closing Date: November 23

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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.*

* At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps.* *During Public Swim timesthere there may may be ofof thethe facilities duedue to to * During Public Swim times be shared shareduse use facilites organized instructional instructional programs.* organzied programs.*

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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

Any Person who contravenes and is convicted of an offence pursuant to Bylaw 2181, 2012 is liable for a PENALTY OF UP TO $1,000. To register a complaint of improper discarding of garbage please contact BYLAW ENFORCEMENT at 250 423-6817.

• household waste • tires (not larger than 25") • homeowner renovation and • auto batteries demolition • scrap metal • household yard and garden • white goods (major appliances) waste • scrap furniture • clean wood waste Fernie Transfer Station hours of operation: Mon-Fri 9:00 am-5:00 pm Sat & Sun 10:00 am-4:00 pm Closed on all statutory holidays Phone: 250 423-6477 or Contact the RDEK at: Toll free 1 888 478-7335

Recycling Schedule Correction

September 2 to Dec 22, 2012

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GARBAGE DUMPSTER REMOVAL

Please be advised that the Garbage Dumpsters have been removed from the Fernie Chamber of Commerce - RV Sani-Dump site. This area will be monitored to ensure compliance with Public Places Bylaw No. 2181, 2012 which states that No Person shall, in any Public Place place, discard or deposit any litter, garbage, or other refuse in a Public Place except in a receptacle designed and intended for such use.

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CURBSIDE RECYCLING SCHEDULE TO DECEMBER 2012 Area 1 (Annex, Main November 9 December 7 Town, Alpine Trails) November 23 December 21 Area 2 (West Fernie, November 16 Mt View, Castle Mtn, Ridgemont) November 30

December 14 December 28

The City of Fernie Curbside Recycling Program and the RDEK YELLOW BINS are available to the public and accept the following materials!

• Paper – all mixed paper (such as newspaper, magazines, phone books, brochures, book, envelopes); • Cardboard – all types of cardboard. EXCEPT Cardboard covered in wax. (for example milk cartons) or soiled with food or grease (like pizza boxes) cannot be recycled and must go in the garbage!; • Tin and Aluminium Cans – food and beverage cans; rinse well!

• Plastic Grocery Bags; • Household Plastics # 1 - # 6; (must be clean).

NOT ACCEPTED Styrofoam, #7 plastics, unmarked plastics and plastic film, tin foil, glass

Fernie Memorial Arena

Winter Public Program Schedule Days of the Week Public Skating Adult Shinny Youth Shinny No School Friday Noon - 12:45 pm 10:45 am 11:45 am Friday 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Saturday 6:45 pm - 8:15 pm Monday 8:45 am Tuesday 10:15 pm Wednesday Thursday Saturday 2:00 pm - 3:45 pm Sunday 2:15 pm - 4:00 pm NOTE: No Public Skating on the weekends of November 17th/18th & December 8th/9th www.fernie.ca 250-423-4466 ext 228

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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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VIDEOTAPING AND DATA TRANSFER SERVICES OF COUNCIL MEETINGS

The District of Sparwood is requesting information from interested parties for the supply of videotaping and data transfer services of Council Meetings. The District of Sparwood reserves the right to waive informalities, to reject any or all RFQ’s, or to accept the RFQ deemed most favourable in the interest of the District of Sparwood.

The District of Sparwood will provide access to the following equipment for the provision of videotaping of Council Meetings:

Sparwood is situated in the Rocky Mountains of south eastern BC. Our location offers a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities, stunning vistas, and all the fresh elements naturally afforded in a spectacular mountain setting.

Respondents are requested to provide a concise and focused response to this RFQ. Responses are requested in the following format:

The District of Sparwood

We're a working community. We've always been involved in the mining industry, and coal is at the core of our community. But we're more than metallurgical ore; we're a group of people who are united in interests, activities and place. Sparwood was originally a collection of five coal mining communities. During the 1960's, the communities were consolidated into one area or District, called Sparwood, in homage to the history of trees harvested in the area intended for use as masts on ships.

For a complete overview on our incredible Rocky Mountain mining community, download and view our Community Profile.

Local Government in Sparwood

Sparwood’s local government is lead by a proactive Mayor and six Councillors that work hard to explore opportunities for diversification and growth.

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is appointed by and reports to the Municipal Council.

The CAO oversees the overall administration of the Municipality, its officers and employees.

In addition, the CAO is charged with keeping Council up to date on corporate matters, advising Council on policy and other matters and ensuring that Council policy is implemented. The CAO also leads the senior management team and sets the overall strategic direction for short and long term administrative goals The Purpose of Issuing this RFQ is to: a) Receive quotations; and to b) Award the contract for the provision of videotaping services.

Interested parties are invited to respond to this RFQ by submitting a response to the District.

Responses should include ideas, information, and recommendations that could result in a clarification of the requirements, cost-saving opportunities, and the identification of potential problem areas with this initiative.

RFQ Specifications:

Specifically, this project is for videotaping Regular Meetings of Council, and other special events and/ or meetings as required. Council meetings are the first and third Monday of every month unless there is a statutory holiday, in which case the meeting is the Tuesday following the holiday.

Length of the meetings will vary; however, meetings generally run anywhere from one (1) hour to three (3) hours in duration. The maximum duration is approximately four (4) hours. The proponent would be responsible to deliver the SD card to the District immediately following the meeting or event.

Term:

The term is for a three (3) year period.

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One Panasonic HD AVCCAM (model no. AG-HGC40P) memory card camerarecorder; One tripod; One filming chair; and TV and connectivity in Council Chambers.

a) Brief company or personal profile; b) Name of a key contact person, including telephone number, fax number and email address; c) Your interest in providing the services; d) Brief description of experience in videography; e) From your past experience, has the District identified all the major components necessary to complete this project? If not, please provide information on other necessary components; f) Please provide a list of potential problems/risks that the District may encounter during this project; g) Please provide any ideas or suggestions about how such problems/risks should be addressed in a solicitation; h) Please provide a per meeting rate; i) Two (2) professional references; j) Your ability to provide for back-up and substitution if you are unable to attend the Council Meeting; k) Identification and discussion of key factors that the respondent recommends the District consider when establishing its future business requirements; and l) Other required information specific to the nature of this RFQ and deemed important by the respondent.

If subsequent competitive bidding opportunities are issued, the District is under no obligation to advise any vendor responding to this RFQ. Vendors are advised to monitor the District of Sparwood website (www.sparwood.ca) for any such opportunities, which will be open to all vendors regardless of whether or not a response to this RFQ has been submitted.

All responses to this RFQ become the property of the District and will be held in confidence, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Respondents to this RFQ consent to the District incorporating any submitted ideas, concepts, approaches, or strategies into any planning, design, procurement, or contractual activities related to any aspect of the project without any obligation, liability, or consideration on the part of the District. The District will not be responsible for any costs incurred by any vendor in responding to this RFQ. Responses should be delivered by hand, regular mail, facsimile or email to the following location before 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time on November 26, 2012 and should quote RFQ Number 2012- 001.

District of Sparwood PO Box 520 136 Spruce Avenue Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Fax: 250-425-7277 Email: rmanjak@sparwood.ca OR Contact Person: Raeleen Manjak Director of Corporate Services rmanjak@sparwood.ca

PLEASE BE A SNOW BUDDY IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD THIS WINTER….

Many of our senior citizens and persons with disabilities find it difficult to remove the snow from their driveways in the wintertime. Please look around your neighbourhood and lend a helping hand to those who may not be able to clear their own driveways.

It’s the neighbourly thing to do and one of the things that make Sparwood such a great community in which to live.

At the end of the winter season the District accepts nominations from residents for their “Snow Buddy”, who will be recognized at a Council Meeting.

WINTER PARKING FOR SNOW AND ICE CONTROL

During the winter months, the District’s snow-clearing teams are busy working to keep your roads safe and clear for motorists, pedestrians and public transit.

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, on-street parking will be prohibited from 6:00 am to 4:00 pm October 1 to March 31.

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.

2012 OPERATIONAL FUEL TREATMENT The District of Sparwood will be conducting Operational Fuel Treatment from October 25 through December 15, 2012 as part of its strategic fuel management program. Fuel treatment is the reduction of wood debris, ladder fuels, pine beetle infected trees, and dead trees from areas determined to be high risk for wildfire urban interface.

Arc Ridge Ltd. will be on site at the polygons shown below conducting the fuel treatment. For more information please contact the District of Sparwood at 250-425-6271.

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Backcountry talks resume with moderator

By Nicole Trigg Invermere Valley Echo

T

he Columbia Valley Recreation Access Coalition (CVRAC) took a hesitant step forward on November 5 when it reconvened for the first time since August to revive the process of designing a recreational access management plan for backcountry areas in the Columbia Valley.

New to the process is Cranbrook-based moderator Dan Savage — a renowned conflict management guru and president of Savage Management Ltd. — replacing facilitator Dennis Hamilton who has headed up the process for the last 13 months.

“It’s been a hell of a challenge to move this forward, it’s pushed my skills,” Hamilton told the meeting, after introducing Savage to the group.

Whereby facilitation is the process of bringing willing people together, mediation is called for

“when things run amok,” he explained.

Government-sanctioned recreation access management plans are in place in Golden, Cranbrook and Fernie. Golden was the pilot as it had a rating of ‘low’ in terms of potential for conflict while Fernie was rated “moderate.” Cranbrook — despite its ‘high’ rating — was chosen over the Columbia Valley because it was deemed to have less potential for conflict with more common ground among user groups. The potential for conflict around a backcountry management plan in the Columbia Valley was rated as ‘very high,’ said Hamilton, which is why the region has so far been overlooked.

A management strategy for the Columbia Valley will have to take into consideration 1.35 million hectares of land — the equivalent of 12,479 kilometres of road from Vancouver to Halifax — whereby Golden’ s plan was for 900,000 ha, Cranbrook was

850,000 and Fernie encompassed half a million.

“I don’t think anybody needs to feel guilty (about the conflict),” said Hamilton, noting it had escalated to the point where two MLAs, one potential MLA, and a minister were involved.

The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources announcing in August that it was withdrawing its staff from the CVRAC talks, citing the absence of key stakeholders as the main reason, is when “things really fell apart,” he said. But, according to Hamilton, the government hasn’t abandoned the process and has kept in communication.

“I think you need to think election around the corner on this,” he said.

Two formal resignations from the talks have been received to date — the Quad Riders ATV Association of British Columbia until the government reengages, and Cheryl Willard with Kootenay Snowsports Society.

Also distinctly absent from the 20 or so people around the table was any representation from the motorized sector.

“I feel like I’m at a Wildsight meeting,” lamented Scott Pitt from the Invermere Rod and Gun Club.

There was unanimous agreement that if the local dirt bike and snowmobile clubs didn’t come back to the table, then the coalition was spinning its wheels and the process couldn’t move forward.

Savage suggested making the process more attractive and less theoretical so these groups would return.

“What I hear here is we need to do some doing,” he said.

Nipika Mountain Resort president and general manager Lyle Wilson expressed the frustration many were feeling around the lack of actual land use planning to date.

‘We’ve not spoken one minute about land use,” Wilson said.

Debate over whether the next meeting should focus on finalizing the sectors or tackling a landscape unit as a case study ended with an agreement to do both.

“This will test drive the sectors,” said Wildsight members Juri Peepre.

Columbia Basin Trust is examining the process to determine future funding.

Hamilton’s ongoing participation is undetermined, while Savage will be leading the next meeting scheduled for November 19 at the Invermere Fire Hall with a start time of 7 p.m. About 80 stakeholders are being emailed a map of a low-conflict landscape unit beforehand.

“I’m thrilled to see everyone here,” said CBT community liaison Katherine Hamilton. “It shows me that there’s traction for this process.”

New group for women in mining in the Elk Valley

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here is a new networking group in the Kootenays for women who work in mining, who have family members who work in mining or who would like to work in mining in future.

The Kootenay branch

of the international Women in Mining organization meets in Sparwood every month, and offers the chance for women from all companies and parts of the mining industry to share knowledge and experiences and to encourage more diversity in the mining sector.

The group has already held two meetings which were attended by up to 18 women each time. The third meeting will be Monday, November 26 at 5 p.m. at Teck’s Mountain View office at the former Mountain View Elementary School in Sparwood.

It will include a workshop on different

personalities in the workplace.

Women in Mining Kootenay branch member Kayla Mills said the group is not just for Teck employees, but is also open to women who have an interest in getting a mining-related job in the future.

“This is for anyone with an interest in

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osted by the Sparwood A r t s Council, the annual Small Business and Craft Sale was again a huge success. Many residents of the Elk Valley headed to this one-day event and started their holiday shopping, having a vast array of local choices under one roof.

During the event the District of Sparwood had a booth set up informing residents

of the many goingson in the community of Sparwood, as well as offering those who stopped by a chance to enter to win one of two District of Sparwood gift baskets.

The Sparwood Public Library was also fundraising and selling used books for a great deal.

From fresh baked items, hair products, home decor, crafts and more the venue was full of vendors and guests who enjoyed the Small Business and Craft Sale.

mining – it doesn’t matter what company or what role. It is a great opportunity to meet other women in different roles and find out what their career path was and how they deal with different issues at work,” she said.

“Meetings are very

informal, and we are bringing in guest speakers on different subjects that are helpful to women. It’s a good way to meet people, to network and to get advice from likeminded people.

“We also want to give back to the community, so we are

discussing fundraisers and charities that we can support as a group.”

The group has a Facebook group called Women in Mining Kootenay Branch, or email wim.kootenays@ gmail.com for more information.

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The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering the adoption of a Campground Bylaw and associated amendments to: Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw; Jaffray, Tie Lake, Rosen Lake Land Use and Floodplain Management Bylaw; the South Country Zoning & Floodplain Management Bylaw; and the SweetWater Zoning & Floodplain Management Bylaw.

Bylaw No. 2403 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Campground Bylaw No. 2403, 2012” will introduce regulations related to the development of new campgrounds or the expansion of existing campgrounds.

Bylaw No. 2405 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay - Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 829, 1990 – Amendment Bylaw No. 62, 2012 (Campgrounds / RDEK)” will facilitate the implementation of Campground Bylaw No. 2403 by repealing existing bylaw regulations related to campgrounds and substituting sections enabling Bylaw No. 2403.

Bylaw No. 2407 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Jaffray, Tie Lake, Rosen Lake Land Use and Floodplain Management Bylaw No. 1414, 1999 – Amendment Bylaw No. 20, 2012 (Campgrounds / RDEK)” will facilitate the implementation of Campground Bylaw No. 2403 by repealing existing campground regulations and substituting sections enabling Bylaw No. 2403.

Bylaw No. 2410 citedas “Regional District of East Kootenay – South Country Zoning & Floodplain Management Bylaw No. 2320, 2011– Amendment Bylaw No. 2, 2012 (Campgrounds / RDEK)” will facilitate the implementation of Campground Bylaw No. 2403 by repealing existing campground regulations and substituting sections enabling Bylaw No. 2403.

Bylaw No. 2411 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – SweetWater Zoning & Floodplain Management Bylaw No. 2127, 2009 – Amendment Bylaw No. 3, 2012 (Campgrounds / RDEK)” will facilitate the implementation of Campground Bylaw No. 2403 by repealing existing campground regulations and substituting sections enabling Bylaw No. 2403.

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cautious approach was taken on approval of a seasonal campground after concerns were raised about its environmental impact.

The site is a 70-acre parcel located south of west Coleman near the former Coleman Collieries mine site. A request to rezone the land was approved by council in July.

Ken Easton, appearing on behalf of owner Green Mountain Company, explained to the Municipal Planning Commission on October 24 that the original plan was for 106 sites but an additional 14 sites were added adjacent to the river. The development application was for 120 sites to be implemented in three phases.

The main concerns addressed were an increase in ATV traffic, potential riverbank erosion from unlimited access, and the environmental impact from previous coal mining in the area.

It was determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) had been done some four or five years ago by the previous owners and that it cleared the way for

residential use. Unfortunately, this report was not available at the meeting.

An adjoining neighbour represented by legal counsel, Val Danielson, echoed the concern over an old slack pile, or ‘bone yard’, on the property.

The neighbour asked that a 300-foot buffer zone be established as a condition to development on this corner.

“We’re questioning any development on top of that bone yard because actually, equipment is buried in there, toxic equipment,” said Danielson. “That was a main dumping site for that mine to get rid of their scrap. I don’t know where the land was tested, but if it wasn’t tested in that site, you’d end up with a deficient report.”

Several commission members were also concerned about the proximity to the river. They asked how Green Mountain would deal with riparian restoration from campers’ access to the river and from runoff in the event of heavy rain.

A representative from Crowsnest Conservation Society echoed those concerns.

“When you have a steep bank, it doesn’t matter whether it’s brushy or it’s rocky, if it’s

adjacent to a campground, people are going to be going up and down that bank and once you establish a number of erosions, it’s very very difficult to clean those things up,” said Jim Rennie. “It’s better to prevent them in the first place.”

He said his organization wanted a barrier with signs to keep people off the riverbank and to see municipal setbacks established for the high water mark.

“This development will set a precedent of some sort,” he said.

The commission agreed to grant a development permit for the two phases adjacent to the riverbank in order to assess the campground before it continues further. Other conditions placed on approval were that the southwest corner of the project not be developed until a second EIA is received; that the high water mark setback meet requirements set out by Fisheries and Oceans Canada; that a fence be installed to ensure controlled access to the river; that a security deposit be received and a development agreement be completed; and that information on fencing along the bridge be received prior to release of the permit.

for sanding equipment to cover more space. Keeping vehicles off the street will also reduce unequal windrow distribution while plowing.

The changes to Elkford’s parking bylaw were approved at a council meeting held on November 13. The amended bylaw prohibits on-street parking from 6 a.m. until 4 p.m. from October 1 to March 31.

Additionally, parking on the street at any time during snow plowing, snow removal, snow hauling, or sanding operations is considered an offence.

The District is also reminding

residents that it is illegal to push, place, or throw snow or ice upon a highway or lane.

Elkford isn’t the only Elk Valley community asking the public to keep their cars off the streets this winter.

Sparwood amended their own bylaw this October, restricting street parking during the winter months to improve snow maintenance and road conditions.

Any offending vehicles caught parked on the street in Elkford or Sparwood during the prohibited times will be subject to a ticket.

Elkford restricts winter street parking

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ffective immediately, residents and visitors to the District of Elkford will no longer be permitted to park their vehicles on the streets during snow season.

In an effort to increase the efficiency of snow removal within the community, the District is asking the public to park their cars and trucks in their garages, driveways, or a parking lot. Empty roadways allow snow plows to do a better job and set aside room

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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.

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By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

nyone who filled a shoebox this year for the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child campaign needs to drop them off this week.

The final day to take your

gift filled shoebox to your nearest drop-off centre in the East Kootenay is Sunday, November 25.

The shoeboxes will be delivered to millions of children around the world, to make sure they have something to smile about this Christmas. Nearly

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100 million shoeboxes have been delivered since the campaign started in 1993.

The shoeboxes can be dropped off at Extra Foods, Overwaitea in Fernie and Sparwood and all East Kootenay Community Credit Unions in the Elk Valley.

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Fernie woman travelling to Uganda

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

F

ernie resident Cindy Corrigan is embarking on the trip of a lifetime.

She’s travelling to Uganda to help tell the story of how the cooperative movement has positively affected the country.

“Our study mission is called ‘Telling Our Story, Uganda’,” explained Corrigan. “So what we’re going over there to do, is we’re going to be going out into the rural areas and talking to actual co-ops to record the stories of how the co-op movement has changed their lives and the economy of Uganda.”

Corrigan is part of a team of eight volunteers who will spend time with Ugandan locals on behalf of the Canadian Co-operative Association (CCA). The CCA and the

Uganda Co-operative Alliance have developed an innovative approach to rural development with their Integrated Finance and Agricultural Production Initiative. The project links agricultural co-operatives, marketing co-ops, as well as savings and credit co-operatives.

“I’m very excited because I’ve always been a proponent of the co-operative movement and I’m a director of a credit union, which is why I’m eligible to go,” Corrigan commented.

“The principals of the co-operative movement I find inspiring, and I think it’s a great opportunity for us to embrace those principals and build economies in our own area following the movement.”

She went on to say, “I’m really excited, I’ve never done anything like this before. The

opportunity just arose and I think it’s a great opportunity to help us to realize the real value of the cooperative movement.”

Corrigan and the seven other volunteers left for Uganda on Wednesday and will return in two weeks time. Following their trip, the team will be presenting to various communities to share their experience.

Corrigan said, “Part of the commitment we’ve made is that when we come back we will do ten presentations to help co-ops that are active in our areas, but also to help the regular public understand the value of co-operative.”

Corrigan and the team will be keeping track of their journey as it happens with a blog.

Follow them online at www. theviewfromhereuganda2012. blogspot.ca/.

1. The 14 members of BC¹s Economic Forecast Council recently met with Finance Minister Mike deJong to provide essential advice in preparation of the upcoming provincial budget. The council gave an up-to-date view of the private sector outlook for BC in the coming years. Their advice ensures the budget can be as well informed as possible and major program areas like health and education remain protected.

2. The Majority of council members predicted BC¹s real GDP growth will slightly outperform the Canadian average in 2013, estimating growth of 2.2 % in 2013, 2.6% in 2014 and 2.6 percent for 2015.

3. Despite global economic turmoil, BC remains a safe harbour for investors by controlling spending, balancing our budget, investing in skills training, exploring opportunities in natural gas, taking action to make life more affordable, and maintaining a triple-A credit rating.

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The changes allow for the designation of a Mountain Resort Municipality (MRM) in a wilderness area, with no permanent population and no infrastructure. The BC government has said they will fund the salary of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the new municipality and the taxpayer will be responsible

for road maintenance and avalanche control costs.

The Union of B.C. Municipalities responded with strong opposition in September 2012, stating they do not support an unelected body making land-use decisions.

“Land-use decisions should be made locally”, said Duncan.

“This process is an end-run around the local democratic

process and it ignores the advice of the government’s own grizzly bear biologists, who have said that the Jumbo Glacier Resort would threaten the viability of grizzly bears in the Purcell Mountains.”

The Jumbo Glacier Resort has been proposed for over 20 years. To date, there has been no referendum on the issue.

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he skies will light up this Saturday at the second Fernie Lantern Festival.

Members of the community have been hard at work the last few weeks creating their very own lanterns to be a part of the evening’s festivities.

The Arts Station hosted several community builds during the month of November to give everybody the opportunity to be involved. “They really serve as a kick off for the event and get people motivated to go,” said Courtney Baker with The Arts

Station. “It just gives people some guidance who might not know where to start when given the task of building a lantern.”

She went on to say, “It also gives you a chance to be around other people doing the same thing, exchange ideas, and really make it a community event. Starting from a month ahead of time, right up to the day of the festival.”

In addition to the community builds, over 200 local students spent time in The Arts Station getting creative. Kids of all ages from Isabella Dicken Elementary, Fernie Academy, and Fernie Secondary School created over 100 lanterns that will be part of

a large school of fish display that will celebrate the festival’s theme, rivers on fire.

Building on the inaugural festival’s theme, water on fire, this year’s event will be a little different. “Last time we started here and ended it at the aquatic centre. It moved a lot in terms of actual locations, but as far as when things happened it was quite static. There was one big show, one big entertainment option,” Baker explained. “It was great, but we thought if we keep it [at The Arts Station], then we can hopefully make it a bit more of an experiential event, as opposed to having it all scheduled out.”

The lantern festival originally started as a part of The Arts Station’s 20th anniversary celebration two years ago, however the plan is to make it a regular event happening every two years.

“It was a successful event last time so we didn’t need to switch it up that much, but on the other hand the event has to evolve,” commented Baker. “You don’t want to do the same event every two years. Hopefully two years from now it will be different again.”

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Hot chocolate will be available to keep festival goers warm, and the evening will wrap up with fireworks at 8:30 p.m.

Baker remarked, “It’s a great event and I hope it continues for many, many years and that we can really make it a Fernie specific event.”

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ooking for a unique Christmas present?

You can find something original and locally hand made next week at the second annual Christmas Pottery and Jewelry Show and Sale.

The show is a collaboration of work between Dana Cloghesy and Lisa Martin, sisters that grew up in Fernie. They both attended Kootenay School of the Arts in Nelson.

Dana’s main focus was jewelry design, where she learned the basics of traditional silver and goldsmithing. Currently, Dana works with sterling silver or silver, precious metal clay with dichroic glass and precious gemstone beads. Variation in the materials, shape, size, and colour make her pieces unique; just like the wearer.

Lisa majored in clay and glaze technology, and has spent the last 15 years producing beautiful pieces of pottery.

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Dana Cloghesy and Lisa Martin have unique Christmas gifts.

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that is as enjoyable to look at, as it is to use on a daily basis,” said Lisa. “I like making pottery that puts a smile on people’s faces, has bold colours with each piece looking unique and varied.”

The show runs for only two days; Friday, November 23 from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, November 24 from 11 to 5 p.m.

It will be held on the second floor gallery at the Fernie Historical Museum. Anyone

who makes a purchase will be entered in draws for pottery and jewelry.

Dana and Lisa look forward to seeing many of Fernie’s friendly faces stop by for a visit or look around for Christmas gifts. Entrance is free of charge.

Lisa’s work can be viewed on Facebook and Dana’s work can be seen on her website at www. vividdesignsjewellery.com.

kiers and boarders packed the Fernie Community Centre on November 10 to gain inspiration for the coming snow season with three action packed movies. The 2012 Ski and Board Film Fest entertained the audience of all ages, while raising funds for the Canadian Ski Patrol System (CSPS) at the same time.

“I was pretty pumped to see the participation levels from everyone in our group, the sponsors, the suppliers, the donors and the public

support we received,” said Tom Little, National Director of the CSPS. “I want to thank everyone for their support.”

CSPS members provide volunteer patrol services at both Fernie Alpine Resort and Elkford’s Wapiti Ski Hill. Last winter 33 CSPS volunteers put in 400 days of patrol services in the Elk Valley.

Several community sponsors, including Teck, The Guides Hut, Gear Hub, and Commit, allowed for tons of prizes and giveaways. Lucky guests walked away with everything from cat skiing trips and vacations, to snow

apparel, boards, and skis.

Fernie Brewing Company was on hand to provide a selection of their latest beer. Fresh pizza and popcorn was also available, enhancing the experience for movie-goers.

The evening wrapped up with the announcement of this year’s festival winners.

Greg Stump took the title of Best Film with his big mountain skiing movie ‘Legend of Aahhh’s.’

‘Further’, featuring snowboarder Jeremy Jones, was given the People’s Choice award.

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oldstar Cleaning Services took over Fernie resident George Toressani’s home on November 13 to give it a very thorough, and completely free, cleaning. Toressani and his family were chosen by votes from the community as the lucky winners of Goldstar’s Extreme Makeover cleaning contest.

The company accepted nominations from Elk Valley residents throughout the month of October in their hunt for a home that could use a helping hand.

While they received many different suggestions, owner of Goldstar Cleaning, Jill Barclay, said Toressani’s family were the clear winners.

“We received a few nominations for the family and George specifically had several nominations,” commented Barclay. “In reading through them, they each expressed something different, but one of the main things that came through was that he was managing the

home as they were dealing with their daughter’s cancer.

So just working to balance his work, caring for their other child and their home, and of course everything going on outside of that with his wife and daughter in Vancouver.”

Toressani’s step-daughter, Brooke Malakoff, has been back and forth between Fernie and Vancouver for treatment since last spring.

She’ll be returning home, along with her mother, in a couple of weeks.

“As a company, we recognize that cleaning does take up time for people to do, and it does take up a lot of energy,” Barclay said. “We thought by choosing their family, eliminating some of that stuff, it would give them more time to spend together when they are all home together in Fernie.”

The contest was not only a way to give back to the community, but an outlet to bring the Goldstar Cleaning staff together. “We also used it as sort of a team event for us,” explained Barclay. “A lot of the time our employees are

The Goldstar Cleaning crew gave George Toressani’s home a makeover.

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working by themselves, or just with one other employee.

It was nice to have everyone together and then sort of strategically plan out how to attack the tasks in the home.”

Nine employees worked together to give the house a top to bottom clean, including steam cleaning the carpets and washing the exterior windows. After logging a combined total of 27 labour

hours, the four bedroom, two bathroom house was sparkling.

“George managed to come back on his lunch hour to meet the crew and see what was going on,” Barclay said.

“I think he was really happy.”

This was Goldstar’s first ever cleaning contest and a second one is already in the works for next year.

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Roller girls hit the track in Lethbridge Jenna Jammerson showed her dominance during the rookie game and was awarded Most Valuable Player. All four girls went on to help their team take the win for the advanced bout.

Having the chance to play two back-to-back bouts was a test of the girls’ endurance during what’s considered the off-season for roller derby. The Avalanche City girls left inspired with the progress and skill level they have each developed in the last year and a half.

“I just didn’t think it was possible to love roller derby even more,” commented BreakaDawn. “This [bout] has taken us to an entirely new level of play.”

The roller girls will take their skills back to the Avalanche City team and continue to work on developing their 15 new ‘fresh meat’ players.

Half way through the ‘fresh meat’ program, the team is hopeful that all 15 potential players will be skating for the team when roller derby season kicks off next May.

Skaters from all over B.C. and Alberta came out to the Live Free and Skate Hard tournament in Lethbridge November 10.

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s winter arrives and the ice rinks freeze over, the Avalanche City roller derby team is forced to find alternate practice spaces for training and competing.

Fortunately for the Fernie roller girls, they found a free space in Lethbridge on November 10 at the Live Free and Skate Hard

invitational tournament.

Derby competitors from across the region came together to battle it out in two bouts, in memory of Canada’s veterans.

East Kootenay girls were well represented with nine players strapping on skates, four of those from the Avalanche City team.

Several skaters had to withdraw from the competition at the last minute due to

poor weather and icy road conditions. Fewer competitors led to a bigger opportunity for the Fernie skaters, allowing them to compete in both the rookie and advanced games.

Having started skating just 18 months ago, and competing in roughly 10 bouts so far, Fernie girls Jenna Jammerson, BreakaDawn, CrackHer Jax, and Flash Fury proved they could keep up with the best.

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or the second year running, Fernie soccer teams travelled to the Crowsnest Pass to play in the converted Albert Stella arena. On November 10, two teams travelled, an under-10 team and an under-12 team, and each had the opportunity to play two matches to make a fun and tiring day for all the players.

The Albert Stella Arena was once a hockey rink, but the ice has been removed and a green, cushioned carpet floor has been installed to make sports such as indoor soccer and ultimate frisbee possible through the winter. A skateboard park has been built in

Fernie soccer teams travel to the Crowsnest Pass to enjoy some indoor winter soccer

the attached curling rink.

It is a fantastic example of resource re-purposing and in this case it enables diversification of sports opportunities for the community.

The most amazing measure of success was the smiles of the kids that had put so much into the game.

At this time of year, the sport they love normally goes dormant but this facility and the fellowship of the two communities made soccer possible in November.

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Novice Ghostriders tournament raises money

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

The Fernie Ghostriders novice teams played in a home tournament last weekend.

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The two Fernie teams along with Fernie Minor Hockey also raised money over the weekend for Chris and Shelley Moulton’s new local foundation, Fernie Friends for Friends. A portion of the raffle sales and a 50/50 draw were donated to the foundation - a total of $536.25.

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Senior Girls to play for the wildcard

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ernie Secondary School’s senior girls volleyball

team have a chance to play at the provincials at the end of the month.

The girls played in the East Kootenay

Championship tournament last weekend and will face off against Vernon this weekend for the wildcard spot. If they

win, the team will join FSS’ senior boys at the provincials in Kelowna next week.

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FSS Boys off to Volleyball Provincials

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

T

he Fernie Secondary School’s (FSS) senior boy’s volleyball team is on their way to provincials in Kelowna next week.

The team secured their spot with a win against Mount Sentinel at the East Kootenay Championship tournament in Cranbrook last week, but they still have one more challenge ahead. The cost to travel to provincials is roughly $6,000.

FSS will be putting on an alumni game on Monday to

help raise funds. Starting at 7 p.m. everyone is invited to come out and support the team with a donation. There will also be baked goods available at the game, with all proceeds going towards travel costs.

“We really just want people to come out to help support the boys,” said Lisa Bax, youth care worker with FSS. “This is a wonderful opportunity for them, so we want do everything we can to help.”

The boys will head to provincials on November 27 and will return to Fernie December 2.

final stone to beat Falkin’s Insurance in a close match up 9 to 8 and A&B Liquor Store over winless Alpine Lumber 8 to 2. Four teams will be battling for second spot over the next two weeks to see who faces Coal Valley in the Championship game. Elk Valley Superleague Curling is Monday nights at the Sparwood Curling Club.

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Riders win seventh straight

By Matt Laurin Contributor

M

aybe it’s the mustaches?

That is, if you consider that inconsistent bit of fuzz on the lips of most Fernie Ghostriders to be a legitimate mustache.

“I guess it’s a superstition,” chuckled goaltender Chris Solecki. “But it seems to be bringing us some luck.”

Whatever the case, the Ghostriders have now strung together seven straight wins in the month now known as Movember.

After wins over Creston and Spokane this week, the Riders (16 – 5 – 0 – 1) remain in the top spot in the Eddie Mountain Division, five points ahead of the Kimberley Dynamiters.

“It feels good to keep the streak going.

The guys have been working real hard and it’s paying off,” said Solecki. “We’re getting contributions from a bunch of different guys and starting to play better as a team.”

Solecki, who earned

his second shutout of the season with a 3 – 0 win in Creston on Tuesday, has been a big part of the team’s success.

Between Solecki and fellow netminder Pierce Dushenko, the duo has allowed only nine goals during the win streak.

The goaltender credits much of his success to working with goaltender coach Gerry Pang, who rejoined the Ghostriders at the beginning of the season.

“We’ve been working a lot with Panger, and he’s really helped,” said Solecki.

“I don’t always get the chance to watch video, so it’s nice to have that extra set of eyes.”

“He’s an old school guy. He doesn’t try and change my style, but has really worked a lot with my angles and positioning.”

Pierce Dushenko got the nod on Saturday, turning away 35 of 38 shots, in a 5 – 3 win over the Spokane Braves.

The Riders jumped to a three-goal lead, but

almost let it slip away before rebounding late in the game.

Braeden Monk led the way with three points, on a night in which the home team didn’t bring it’s best effort.

“It’s nice to know we can get by on the bare minimum, but we know we have to be better going forward,” said Solecki.

The Riders will look to win out the month of November, with only two games remaining on the schedule.

Meanwhile, when asked about who’s winning in the mustache department, Solecki deferred to the captain.

“Josh McKissock definitely has a good one going. I’ve got to say Dushenko is struggling a little bit.

Gardner might be lagging behind a bit too.”

Come decide for yourself, when the Riders host the Columbia Valley Rockies on Friday night. As always, puck drops at 7:30.

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By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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Junior roller derby coming to town

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

The Avalanche City Roller Girls are excited to announce the newest addition to their club, the Avalanche City bombsQUAD. The team will be Fernie’s first ever junior roller derby squad.

The bombsQUAD is a new program aimed to teach boys and girls, aged 7 to eighteen, how to skate. Kids will

play a game similar to modern adult roller derby, while learning skating skills and the rules of derby. Taking inspiration from women’s roller derby, the junior program is designed to instill positive ideals in youth through a safe and fun environment. The goal is to encourage the kids to be athletic, increase their selfconfidence, and foster new friendships.

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Welcome to Fernie, Finn!

Parents Mike and Madi Bragg & Grandparents Jim and Suzanne Fulton, David and Patti Bragg would like to welcome Finnigan Tyler Bragg. Born November 14 in the Elk Valley Hospital at a healthy 8lbs and 54cms long.

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he Ghostriders’ Paint the Rink Pink campaign was an overwhelming success, raising $5,000 for Elk Valley cancer patients. The team sported special edition, pink jerseys throughout the month of October, and then auctioned them off to the public.

“The pinks jerseys were a huge success in bringing cancer awareness to all involved, the community, team members and our league,” said Barry Wolff, Head Coach.

“As an organization we are very proud of the way people stepped up and supported this cause. All the jerseys were sold and we hope that next year we can raise an even bigger dollar figure.”

The online bidding began as the campaign kicked off in October, and community members were able to put in competing bids right up until November 18. The highest bidder walked away with their jersey, as well as knowing they had contributed to their community.

“We will make two donations,” explained Wolff. “One to Brooke Malakoff, who is a long time volunteer for the Fernie Ghostriders who is currently in a battle with cancer. The other one will go to a foundation that is set up by the Moulton family for families who need financial help while facing costs with hospital bills and travel while getting cancer treatment.”

The Ghostriders are already on to their next project, growing mustaches for Movember.

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17-year-old Ryley Johnston, Avalanche City’s first junior recruit, is excited and looking forward to skating with the new bombsQUAD. “Roller derby is an incredible sport,” she remarked.

“It’s high energy and a great community of people. It’s so much fun, I love it!”

Starting February 5, the program will run for 21 weeks, with the option to sign up for just the first 12 weeks. To develop the young players in a safe environment, b o m b s Q U A D participants aged 12 and under will play a no contact version of the sport. Skaters aged 13 to 18 will play a modified contact game.

Since the Avalanche City Roller Girls formed just 18 months ago, the interest in

roller derby in the community of Fernie has continued to grow. The team of 11 members is set to expand, with 15 new committed members ready to graduate from the ‘fresh meat’ program next week.

The roller girls will host an information night on Tuesday, December 4 at 6.00 p.m. in the Max Turyk gymnasium. Children and parents interested in the junior roller derby program are invited to come out to meet the coaches, learn about the sport, and be sized for skates and gear. For more information on the bombsQUAD visit w w w. fernierollerderby.com, or contact Jacqueline Fieldhouse at 250-4231194.

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- Crime in the Elk Valley

Friday, October 26

• In Elkford at 2:23 p.m. a stolen licence plate was reported.

• In Sparwood at 6:25 p.m. gunshots were heard near a residential area. Police investigated but others nearby did not report hearing anything.

• In Sparwood at 6:50 p.m. police attended to a landlord and tenant assault.

Charges will be forwarded.

• In Elkford at 7:26 p.m. there was a single vehicle accident.

Black ice was the cause of the incident.

• In Fernie at 8:33 p.m. police attended to an ongoing mischief issue.

• In Sparwood at 9:08 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Sparwood at 9:12 p.m. police attended to custody issues.

• In Fernie at 10:46 p.m. a noise complaint was reported.

Police conducted patrols but the individual had fled from the scene.

Saturday, October 27

• In Fernie at 9:26 a.m. there was a false residential alarm.

• In Fernie at 10:56 a.m. a lost licence plate decal was reported.

• In Sparwood at 11:22 a.m. a hit and run was reported.

• In Fernie at 11:39 a.m. individuals were in dispute of a parking space. Police

attended and the issue was resolved.

• In Sparwood at 1:25 p.m. police attended to a domestic assault. One person was arrested and released on no contact conditions.

• In Sparwood at 5:30 p.m. there was a neighbourhood dispute regarding ATV use on private property.

Sunday, October 28

• In Fernie at 1:26 a.m. police attended to a domestic dispute. No arrests were made.

• In Fernie at 2:17 a.m. police assisted the ambulance with a violent intoxicated person. The individual was taken to the hospital.

• In Fernie at 5:03 a.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Fernie at 10:26 a.m. a theft from a residence was reported. Money was taken when the homeowner was holding a party.

• In Fernie at 10:29 a.m. a break and enter was reported to a church. Minor mischief was done to the interior.

• In Elkford at 2:28 p.m. there was a false alarm at a school.

• In Sparwood at 3:27 p.m. there was a false residential alarm.

• In Fernie at 9:58 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

Monday, October 29

• In Elkford at 1:04 a.m. an injured elk needed to be dispatched.

• In Fernie at 4:59 a.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Hosmer at 8:29 a.m. a vehicle hit an elk. No injuries were reported.

• In Sparwood at 8:49 a.m. a break and enter to a shed was reported. Ten automotive batteries were stolen. The incident is still under investigation.

• In Fernie at 10:57 a.m. a pedestrian was struck by a slow moving vehicle. The pedestrian received minor injuries.

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

• In Sparwood at 11:45 a.m. a hit and run was reported to a parked vehicle. The incident is still under investigation.

• In Grasmere at 1:48 p.m. a vehicle was taken without the owner’s consent.

Tuesday, October 30

• In Fernie at 1:33 p.m. there was a two vehicle accident. No injuries were reported.

• In Elkford at 2:59 p.m. police kept the peace while an individual’s belongings were retrieved.

• In Sparwood at 3:52 p.m. a vehicle was reported for failing to stop at a four way stop.

• In Galloway at 4:15 p.m. an erratic driver was reported. The licence plate was noted as a Saskatchewan plate, but no plate number was provided.

• In Elko at 4:22 p.m. another call was made reporting the same erratic driver.

• In Sparwood at 5:33 p.m. police attend to a disturbance. The initial call reported that weapons were involved but none were found at the scene.

• In Elkford at 11:29 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

Wednesday, October 31

• In Sparwood at 3:23 a.m. police went to a residence to remove an unwanted guest.

• In Fernie at 8:32 a.m. a wallet was found.

• In Elko at 8:45 a.m. equipment was damaged.

• In Elkford at 2:11 p.m. found property was turned into the detachment.

• In Fernie at 4:07 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Sparwood at 4:59 p.m. police attended to a civil dispute over contractor work.

• In Sparwood at 6:45 p.m. an erratic driver was reported.

The driver was located and issued a warning.

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New Releases for November Rush of Blood by Mark Billingham The Panther by Nelson DeMille The Heart Broke In by James Meek Breaking News by Fern Michaels Toby’s Room by Pat Barker The Magic of Saida by M.G. Vassanji The Forgetting Tree by Tatjana Soli

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• In Sparwood at 2:36 p.m. an internal theft was reported.

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• In Fernie at 3:25 p.m. a lost drivers licence was reported.

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he Fernie Alpine Ski Team (FAST) kicked off the snow season last weekend with their annual ski swap fundraiser. The Fernie Community Centre opened its doors at 10 a.m. on November 10 to let in a swarm of ski and boarders looking for a deal.

The event has become a Fernie tradition and offers the opportunity for FAST athletes, and members of the public, to sell off old equipment and buy gently used gear.

“It’s a great event, we get about 60 volunteers from the FAST ski team every year,” commented Lindsay Foster,

event organizer. “In the course of about 30 hours we open up shop, bring in about $140,000 worth of ski inventory, sell about a third of it, and then write a cheque back to the owners of all the equipment, and give back anything that didn’t sell.”

Entry to the ski swap was $2 per person, or $5 for a family. 20 per cent of all sales made will go towards FAST’s young athletes.

Foster explained, “It goes into the ski club and helps with the expenses of running the organization, sand equipment, gates, and all the ski racing gear that’s used. Plus, hosting the races, timing equipment, all that stuff.”

FAST offers ski racing

programs for over 200 young athletes between the ages of four and 18. Based in Fernie, the club draws kids from all over southeastern B.C. and southern Alberta. FAST relies on support from many volunteers each season, as well as contributions from the communities of Fernie and Calgary.

“The ski swap is our most significant annual fundraiser,” remarked Foster. “It’s a monumental effort on behalf of everybody and it helps us raise roughly $10,000 every year.”

FAST racers have been hard at work with dry land training all fall. The young athletes are now getting ready to hit the slopes in a couple of weeks when the ski hill opens.

advancements in safe routes and school travel planning.

Developments to biking, recreating, and pedestrian master plans are covered in ‘Healthy Built Environment’.

Bylaws that reduce exposure to second hand smoke will be looked at with ‘Tobacco Reduction’. Lastly, ‘Healthy Eating’ deals with everything from community gardens and local food productions, to bylaws regarding vending machines and fast food outlets.

Also included in the initiative is the Healthy Families B.C. (HFBC) program, which builds on the work already underway within local governments to promote public health in communities.

Now that a partnership has been formed between

Fernie and Interior Health, the next step is to begin creating supportive policies and environments. Interior Health suggests revising plans and infrastructure for nonmotorized transport and daily commuting, to encourage safer bike lanes and corridors and end of trip facilities for cyclists. Land use planning policies could be altered to promote more walkable neighborhoods and easier connectivity to transit and stores. Regulations that support smoke-free environments, preserve local farm land, and support community gardens will also be looked at.

For more information on the Healthy Community Initiative, visit www.interiorhealth.ca/ yourhealth.

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The initiative outlines five pillars local governments should be focusing on to reduce risk factors for chronic disease and obesity. ‘Active Living’ looks at improving physical activity opportunities, like walking, biking, and transit.

‘Priority Populations’ aims to improve environments for seniors and children, with

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Saturday, November 3

• In Sparwood at 6:25 a.m. there was a false residential alarm.

• In Sparwood at 8:56 a.m. there was a theft from a vehicle.

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• In Fernie at 9:13 a.m. an erratic driver was reported.

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• In Sparwood at 2:09 p.m. there was a report of ongoing barking dogs.

• In Sparwood at 2:13 p.m. found property was dropped off at the detachment.

• In Roosville at 3:43 p.m. police assisted the border services with a driver who

8:08 p.m. there was a false business alarm.

• In Sparwood at 9:33 p.m. police attended to a report of an intruder.

• In Fernie at 11:29 p.m. an assault was reported. No suspect has been identified.

In Elkford at 2:45 p.m. a dirt bike was reported stolen. It is described as a green 1999 Kawasaki KX250.

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No one knows how much I miss you. No one knows the bitter pain I have suffered, since I lost you. Life has never been the same. In my heart your memory lingers, sweetly, tender, fond and true. There is not a day dear mother, that I don’t think of you.

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Sadly missed and forever remembered...your loving son Kent In Loving Memory of our Dad & Grandpa, Norman Petriew May 28, 1928 - Nov. 22, 2011 Your charming ways and beautiful smile are a pleasure to recall. You had a kindly word for each and died deeply loved by all. As we loved you, so we miss you. In our memory you are near. Loved, remembered, longed for always, bringing many a silent tear.

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DESJARDINS: Robert Arthur Desjardins passed away peacefully at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook on Thursday, November 8, 2012 at the age of 70 years. He was born in Princeton, BC to parents John and Helen Desjardins on March 5, 1942.

Bob will be dearly missed by his daughter Adele (Jody) Lepine, his precious granddaughters Jayden and Jaime, sisters Jeannie (Gerd) Koenig, Lorraine (Ralph) Will and Margaret (Fraser) McKie, and his brothers John (Gayle) Desjardins and Eugene (Bridgette) McWhirter as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and brothers Albert and William.

Bob lived his life to the fullest with no regrets. He will be lovingly remembered for his wit and sense of humour.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Lupus Canada, 590 Alden Rd., Suite 211, Markham ON L3R 8N2.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www. cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

ZIELINSKI: Former Fernie resident Mavis Zielinski passed away peacefully at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital on Friday, November 9, 2012. She was 85 years old.

Mavis is survived by her three sons and daughters-inlaw: Glen (Cathy) of Florida, David (Lori) of Granum and Anthony (Janet) of Sparwood, 8 grandchildren: Jennifer, Jillian, Melanie, Darren, Crystal, Marina, Wesley and Kelly-Ann and 11 great grandchildren: Emily, Pyper, Alyssa, Hayley, Jaxen, Ryan, Deklan, Gavin, Kaylee, Riley and Jordyn. She was preceded in death by Peter Zielinski and 2 sisters.

Mavis was born in Stoke-onTrent, England on August 31, 1927. She was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church, dedicating time to both the church choir and the CWL. Mavis loved birds and all wildlife and also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, baking, knitting and playing darts.

She will be forever loved and always remembered.

The Memorial Service will take place at the Holy Family Catholic Church on Friday, November 23rd at 10:30 AM with Father Bart van Roijen, Celebrant.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cranbrook SPCA, Box 2 Cranbrook BC V1C 4H6. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.cherishedmemoriesfs. com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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WORTLEY: “The Terror of the Caledon Hills” June 28, 1924 November 16, 2012 We will all miss Ross’ stories, generosity, and fun loving approach to life. Ross is survived by his children: Svend (Kathy), Glen, Kip (Jessica) and Leanne, and long time great friend and co-worker, Dorothy Forsythe.

He was a proud grandfather to Ada, Kris, Nicky, Matthew, Kate and Erica. Ross was predeceased by parents Ruth and Fred, his brother Warren and sister Marguerite.

Ross graduated from Central School of Commerce in Toronto and joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1942. After the war, Ross studied geology at University of Toronto and pursued his passion of diving, ultimately becoming the Canadian university diving champion. After several years at Argo Block as a stone and block salesman, Ross and his first wife Helen built a ski rope tow that would become the beginnings of the Caledon Ski Club. Ross was the visionary and leader at the “club” until his retirement in 1990. His best memories were of the many great friends and coworkers at the Caledon Ski Club.

Ross retired to the Fernie, BC area in 1990 where he enjoyed many great friends and business relationships.

Ross passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, November 16. Cremation has taken place and a memorial in Ontario will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www. cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

KERR: November 1, 2012 – November 11, 2012 It is with tremendous heartache that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved daughter BreeAnna Lyn Kerr.

Bree was born on November 1, 2012 at Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary, AB and passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary, AB. She will be forever missed by her loving parents Sean Boudreau and Tabatha Kerr and big sister Jillian. Bree is also survived by her grandparents, Joe (Deb) Boudreau, Peter Barker (Heather Kerr) and Harry Kerr; uncles and aunts, Matt (Ashley), Drew (Chelsea), Amanda (Crystal); cousins, Tamara, Tianna, Savanna and Ethan; as well as other extended family members too numerous to mention.

A celebration of BreeAnna’s life was held at LEYDEN’S CHAPEL OF REMEMBRANCE (corner of 17th Avenue & 2nd Street SW, Calgary AB) on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. If friends so desire, donations in memory of BreeAnna Lyn may be made to the Alberta Children’s Hospital, 2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary, AB T3B 6A8, www.calgaryhealthregion.ca/ ACH, Tel: 403)-955-7211. A big heartfelt thank you goes to all the doctors, nurses, staff, and students that stayed by our side during our time of need. Words cannot express our appreciation.

Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.leydens.com.

Arrangements entrusted to LEYDEN’S FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORIUM (304 – 18th Avenue S.W., Calgary AB T2S 0C3), Tel: 1-800-8837702.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bob McArthur at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on November 8, 2012 at the age of 80 years. Bob is survived by his wife of 61 years, Merle, and his children, Donna Albury, Jill Silano (Jim), and Blair McArthur (Val).He is also survived by his grandchildren, Sarah (Josh), Christopher, Stephanie (Scott), Justin and Matthew, and 4 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Isabel and George, and his grandson Jason.

Bob was born in Cereal, Alberta and raised in Vancouver, B.C. He worked for CIBC from the age of 18 until his retirement from the Vernon main branch. He was an avid golfer, a devoted family man, and a true gentleman who was greatly respected by all who met him.

There will be no service at the request of the family. In lieu of flowers, whose who wish, may make a contribution in Bob’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon, PO Box 3652 Station Terminal, Vancouver BC V6B 3Y8, or to a charity of their choice.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the physicians and staff of the VJH Emergency Department who tended to Bob in his last hours and ensured his comfort, as well as to the staff of DJ’s private care home, Polson Multi Unit, and Creekside Landing for all of the care and compassion provided to him in the past 3 ½ years. Bob was much loved and will be deeply missed.

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Mid Island Forest Operation is a continuous harvest operation (6x3 shift) harvesting 1.1 MM M3 annually and building 140 km of road.

Working as part of a team of supervisors, this position will have direct responsibility for woods operations and union crews.

The successful candidate will value the team-oriented approach, have a good working knowledge of applicable occupational safety regulations, first-hand knowledge and experience in a unionized environment, and will be responsible for planning, supervision of hourly personnel, safe work performance and the achievement of departmental goals.

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(formerly Fernie Baptist Church)

1622 10th Avenue, Fernie 250-423-4112 www.mountainsidechurch.ca Night Church will be held at Mugshots @ 7:00pm.

New Summer Schedule: Sunday Service, 9:30 am Contact Pastor Shawn Barden shawnbarden@gmail.com

ST. MICHAEL’S PARISH 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.

Pastor: Father Bart Van Roijen 250-425-6444

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH 691 4th Avenue, Fernie Sunday Worship...1:30 pm Pastor Fraser Coltman

cell 250-417-5016

Pastor David Morton cell 250-417-5017 or 1-866-426-7564

GOOD NEWS CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday Worship

10:30 am

Everyone Welcome

For more information call: 250-423-3516

Place of Worship

SPARWOOD CHRISTIAN CENTRE 436 Pine Avenue Sparwood BC V0B 2G0

250-425-7787

AfÀliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC)

Services: Sunday 10:30 am Wednesday Bible Study: 6:47 pm Everyone Welcome

Pastor: Rev. R.G. (Ross) Powell

TRINITY PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE 1361 8th Avenue, Fernie EVERYONE WELCOME

Sunday Worship & Children’s Ministry ...10:30 am Wed; Fellowship & Bible Study...7 pm Friday Youth Group...7 pm Pastor Dennis Williamson 2IÀce 250-423-4114 Res. 250-423-4102

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Mass: Tues. & Wed. 9:00 am Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am Confessions: Before 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday or by appointment Father Bart Van Roijen

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN 591 4th Avenue, Fernie 250-423-6517

Christ Church Anglican Fernie

Sunday Service

8:30 am BCP

Sunday Service & School 9:30 am BAS Wednesday Service

10:00 am

The Rev Trevor Freeman, Parish Priest

1-2 days per week 4pm – 7pm For more information call

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Forestry

Forestry

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FIBERcurrently seeking timber/land purchase, standing timber, timber harvesting & purchasing opportunities (all species, including Douglas Fir) in the Golden, Radium Hot Springs, Invermere and Cranbrook/Kimberly areas (Rocky Mountain and surrounding forest districts). Please contact 250-688-1651 or email: rockymountainfiber@gmail.com for details.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FIBERcurrently seeks logging contractors for stump-to-dump and phase logging/road building in the Kootenays. Various contract opportunities exist in the Golden, Radium Hot Springs, Invermere and Cranbrook/Kimberly areas (Rocky Mountain and surrounding forest districts). Please contact 250-688-1651 or email: rockymountainfiber@gmail.com for details.

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Help wanted EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FERNIE HOME BUILDING CENTER IS NOW ACCEPTING RESUMES FOR FULL AND PART TIME EMPLOYMENT. Positions avaliable: Commercial Sales Also sales associate with Flooring and Cabinet experience Please send or drop off your resume to: Walter Ingram 300 Manitou Rd. Fernie, BC V0B 1M5

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Hanna Chrysler Ltd. (Hanna, Alberta) needs a few more good people. Busy, modern shop.

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North Valley Gymnastics Society is seeking • CertiďŹ ed Full or Part-Time Gymnastics Coaches • Full or part-time Manager for our new gym (prefer certified coach).

Please email your resume to: petra@nvgym.com FAX it to: 1 250 545 4793 or CALL: 1 250 545 0516 Permanent Part time Property Manager in Sparwood, BC required for management of rental townhouses. Administrative & record keeping skills, integrity, trustworthiness & common sense required. Send qualifications history to fax: 1-204-633-8945 or email primeprop@mymts.net Thinking of a Real Estate career for Sparwood & Elkford? Call Rick at Remax 250-425-5432

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Services

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FLAGSTAFF COUNTY, Sedgewick, Alberta requires a full-time Licensed or 2nd to 4th year Apprentice, Heavy Duty Mechanic. Fax or email resume by 12 p.m., December 10, 2012. Attention: Kevin Kinzer, Fax: 780-384-3635; Email: kkinzer@flagstaff.ab.ca

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Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town

Real Estate Houses For Sale

Household Services A-1 FURNACE & Air Duct Cleaning.

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Small selection of snowboards no bindings 154-162 cm. Burton board + binding 225-164 cm. 3 snow blowers Tecumseh engines 6HP - 10 HP $250 to $650. Heli skis - 190 cm $175. Atomic skis downhill binding 180 cm $199. Magnetic resistance upright exercise bike (new) $225. Various stereo speakers $40 to $150 set. Very old 6 dr dresser + mirror (English, porcelain casters) hardwood gorgeous $995. Solid birch 3 dr dresser w/hutch $399. Good selection of fridges $150 - $599. Dryers $125 - $199. Lots of collectables, antiques. Good selection of guitars, electric, acoustic + accessories.

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3 bdrm mobile home in Sparwood. Fridge, range, pad rent incl. $700. Rick 250-425-5432

WANTED: One or two bedroom condo for March 2013 at Kicking Horse/Golden.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Dennis Joseph Bremault are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executors, care of Rockies Law Corporation, Box 490, 502-3rd Avenue Ste 202, Fernie, B.C. V0B 1M0 on or before December 13, 2012, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executors then have notice.

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RE: The estate of Dennis Joseph Bremault also known as Joseph Dennis Bremault also known as Dennis Bremault, deceased formerly of 55 Cokato Road RR4, Fernie, British Columbia, V0B 1M4

Located beside the hospital and behind the Best Western

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DOWNTOWN FERNIE 2 storey, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, available Dec. 1st.

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Long term $950/month. Utilities not incl.

Call 888-866-6277.

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The fun is over Page 2 ARTS

Pottery with a twist Page 19 EKC AWARD

Rod and Gun club awarded $12,500 Page 22

VOLUNTEER WEEK

Your community newspaper has been named the best one of its size in B.C. and the Yukon. Publisher Dave Hamilton (left) and Editor Angela Treharne (right) accepted the award at the gala event at the River Rock casino in Vancouver on Saturday. For the full story, turn to page 14.

Submitted photo

Couple found safe after three day search

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

Judith Johannson Page 29

RCMP

Crime reports - Pages 16, 24 and 30

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couple from Fort Mcleod who had been missing for three days, have been found safe after sending an emergency call for help.

Police and Search and Rescue in the Elk Valley and Alberta had been searching extensively for the couple after they left for a day trip on Saturday morning and did not return. Their family and friends had not heard from them since they

left.

At about 4 p.m. on Tuesday, the Elk Valley RCMP were notified of a radio transmission received from a remote area in Bow River. A woman with a European accent indicated that she and her husband’s car had become stuck, and they could not get it out.

Her husband had an injured knee, but otherwise they were OK. The transmission was very broken, and no further details could be ascertained. A helicopter was dispatched to the area,

and located two people confirmed to be Jacob and Anja Oosterwijk, the missing couple.

The Oosterwijks were transported to the hospital to be evaluated.

Apparently, after becoming stuck, the two were able to locate a cabin with a radio, and make the call for assistance. Shortly after the transmission, and once a narrower area was determined, a police dog was able to locate the stranded vehicle.

Jacob and Anja were found safe Tuesday.

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Smile Cookies raise over $3,000 Diner serves Sparwood

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ernie Search and Rescue is the recipient of the largest single amount to date of Tim Horton's Smile Cookie sales.

Through the program 3,075 cookies were sold, with all of the proceeds going towards Fernie Search and Rescue. “ We are

overwhelmed by the generosity of Tim Hortons and the Fernie community,” said Simon Piney, Fernie Search and Rescue Manager.

“We are using the money to upgrade our communications network for b a c k c o u n t r y emergencies. We will purchase satellite GPS locator units that allow two-way communications

for when our rescue teams are out of radio contact.”

Involved with the Smile Cookie program for seven years, Tim Hortons has donated over $16,000 to the community of Fernie. “Our staff was amazing, and the community is supportive every year,” commented Kristine HovindPelletier, owner of the Fernie Tim Hortons.

The Smile Cookie program began in 1996 as a single fundraising project and has grown into a major fundraising event. Tim Horton’s locations across North America take part every year, and to date have raised over $4 million for local charities, hospitals, and community programs.

Patty Saluk, Tim Horton’s Manager, Pierre Pelletier, Owner/Operator; Simon Piney, Manager – Fernie Search & Rescue; Kristine Hovind-Pelletier, Owner/Operator, and Richard Pepito, Assistant Manager.

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lk Valley residents will now have a new choice in dining options with the opening of Sparwood’s Coal Miners Diner.

Unique in many ways, the Coal Miners Diner is recognized for its in-house smoked meats and all from scratch home cooked meals.

Owners Seann Harper and chef Kawna Cameron, originally from Saskatchewan, had established a well-known catering business in Calgary.

Although the catering was going well, the two of them had dreams of opening a ‘mom and pop’ restaurant.

They searched many areas and different locations and decided to plant their roots in Sparwood.

“We looked around at many different locations and decided on Sparwood.

The community is beautiful, the people were really friendly and we found this location. This restaurant was really run into the ground and needed a lot of work, but we put in the

time, changed things up and revamped it all,” said Cameron.

The theme of the restaurant’s decor is really a mirror image of their meals. “We wanted to give it a just-like-home feel, all the photos are old local mining pictures and the antiques are really representative of the area as well. It is classic, yet comfortable and inviting,” said Harper. “We created a corner of the room with cozy big backed chairs and a fireplace, for people that just want to come sit, have a coffee and take a load off,” he said.

The Coal Miners Diner showcases many specialty menu items.

All of the smoked beef is made from 100 per cent Angus beef, the hamburger meat is purchased from across the street at local butchers Rocky Mountain Meats and every single menu item, including the bread, buns and gravy is made from scratch.

“Our pulled pork and smoked chicken are phenomenal. We take the time to really do everything properly the way it should be done,” said Cameron.

“We just really want to

provide a good service and good food. I think it is a good service to bring good food to the area. I also wanted to ensure we had really reasonable prices, which I think we have accomplished,” said Cameron. “All the prices on the menu include HST,” she said.

The Coal Miners Diner’s winter hours will be from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Tuesday to Saturday. A lunch buffet will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a beef buffet featuring the classic smoked beef and a huge array of other buffet options will take place on Friday evenings from 5p.m. to 8 p.m.

“We would like to sincerely thank the residents of Sparwood for welcoming us into the community and we extend the invitation to everyone to come on down and check us out,” they said.

The Coal Miners Diner is located at 104 Centennial Square, Sparwood. Catering is also available for all types of special occasions and features smoked beef and whole smoked pig. For more information call 250-425-2625.

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?

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

Park Place Lodge

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

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• Dec 17, 2012 to Mar 31, 2013 • Application deadline - December 7, 2012

Funded by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers

742 Highway 3 • Fernie Elk Valley Area For more details, phone 250.423.4691 or 1.866.250.423.4691 or email jgutzman@cotr.bc.ca

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Happy Valley Scrapbooking a one stop shop

By Nicole Liebermann Free Press Staff

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ust off Highway 3 on a quiet street in Hosmer is the Elk Valley’s best kept crafting secret. Happy Valley Scrapbooking is a one stop shop for all things paper.

Owner Wanda McDonald began scrapbooking years ago as a way to organize old and new family photos. “I started really simple scrapbooking, and then I started to discover the whole creative, artsy side of it, and I just loved it,” said McDonald. “Right from then it’s always been what I wanted to do.”

McDonald started selling scrapbooking supplies through a catalogue company in 2001, and after a few years decided it was time to start her own business. “I always wanted to open a store,” she commented. “We came up with this idea because it’s half way between everything. When I did direct sales I had some in Fernie, some in Sparwood, some in Jaffray,

and some in Elkford.”

With everything from different types of paper and cardstock, to embellishments like buttons and stickers, if it’s scrapbooking related, Happy Valley has it. The store also carries albums and unique cards for those that aren’t as creatively inclined. McDonald remarked, “Lots of people aren’t into scrapbooking, but they come for the cards.”

The store runs baby, calendar, and stamp clubs, and offers classes geared for not only the experienced scrapbooker, but anyone looking to try out a new hobby. “When someone comes in for a class they get a complete kit ready to go, explained McDonald. “All the pieces are in it. Every little piece is cut for them, because it’s about learning, everyone knows how to cut paper.”

With technology ever evolving, McDonald admits the demand for handmade scrapbooks and photo albums has lessened. “The digital world has made it a little tougher,”

Some regular customers at work.

she said. “That’s probably the biggest impact, and a lot of people don’t print their photos anymore.

They just store them on a computer, no one sees them, its kind of a shame.”

McDonald went on to say, “Lots of people are doing those [digital] photo books, which I think are good if you’re in a hurry, or for a quick project, but there’s nothing like actually flipping through photos, and it’s your own personal touches that make the difference.”

Despite the ease of modern technology, McDonald still has regular customers who prefer the old-fashioned approach. And as the only shop of its kind in the Elk Valley, she’s not planning on giving up anytime soon.

“I love it, it’s my passion. I can’t ever imagine not scrapbooking.”

Happy Valley Scrapbooking is located at 9839 Elk Street in Hosmer.

For more information or to sign up for a class, email happy_valley_ scrapbooking@yahoo.ca.

Owner Wanda McDonald ready to help you keep the memories.

Inside Wanda’s shop.

All photos by N. Liebermann

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