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Happy cats and dogs hammed it up for the camera in full costume at Barkside’s Howl-O-Ween fundraising event on October 26. Bulldogs Nova, Macklin, Biddy Boo and Gusto (above) all enjoyed the festivities. For the full story turn to page 11.

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54-year man is in custody following a stabbing incident at the Fernie Hotel.

The victim, a 55-year-old male, was treated for non life-threatening wounds received during the altercation in Fernie.

On Monday, November 4, at approximately 9:30 pm the Elk Valley RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing incident at the

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Fernie Hotel located on 1st Avenue.

Police spoke to the victim, who alleged that he was attacked by a 54-year-old male suspect armed with a knife. Investigators spoke to other patrons and staff with preliminary findings indicating that the incident occurred in the hotel’s common room. The injured victim was able to make his way to the hotel’s licensed lounge area where staff and patrons assisted him.

Investigators located the

suspect who had returned to his respective room; the man was taken into custody without incident.

The victim was transported to the Elk Valley Hospital where he was treated for non lifethreatening injuries. The men knew each other and were renters at the hotel.

Both men are also known to the police.

“Attacks of this nature are unusual for this area,” said Elk Valley RCMP. “The victim was targeted

specifically. At the initial investigation alcohol appears to be involved with the suspect.”

At press time, Elk Valley RCMP was in full-blown investigation mode. RCMP were drafting a request for a search warrant to gain entry to the suspect’s room. Based on their findings, the RCMP may ask the Crown that the suspect be held until trial.

“The preliminary investigation shows this was an unprovoked attack and the victim was specific,”

said RCMP. RCMP is consulting with the Crown on the formal laying of charges. The matter will be dealt with through a bail hearing or an appearance before a judge.

Investigators with the Elk Valley RCMP are asking that anyone with information about the incident, who have not spoken to police yet, are to contact the Elk Valley RCMP at 250-4256233 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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New and improved Alexander Bridge completed

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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inister Bill Bennett, MLA for Kootenay East, joined Lois Halko, Mayor of Sparwood; Mike Sosnowski, Regional Director Area A; Ken Wildeman, Elkford Councillor; Mary Giuliano, Mayor of Fernie; Jack Bennetto, Rocky Mountain District Manager, Highways; and Mandy McGregor, Elkford Councillor to celebrate the completion of the Alexander Bridge on November 4.

The $5.3 million project replaced the old bridge over Alexander Creek, built in 1953, with a new two-lane bridge and the straightening of approaches to the bridge, improving safety for motorists along the section of highway east of Sparwood.

The bridge and realignment each cost $2 million.

“To spend that little for such improved alignment for the cost spent is great,” said Jack Bennetto, Rocky Mountain District Manager, Highways.

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area for its high accident rates. Truckers referred to the previous bridge as the “rabbit run”.

“We’ve received a lot of compliments already from truckers and the public stating that it’s a great improvement,” said Bennetto.

“The previous bridges were made of overhead steel. They were narrower, shorter and full of problems.”

The newer bridges are approximately three metres wider and the approaches have less sharp curves.

The construction began in May by Copcan Contracting Ltd. from Nanaimo.

“The Alexander Bridge is a very important safety improvement to Highway 3,” said Bill Bennett, MLA for Kootenay East. This bridge is one of several bridges that our government has replaced since first being elected in 2001. As of today, we are pleased to announce that all of the bridges between Fernie and the Alberta border have been replaced, improving safety and comfort for all motorists.”

Learn more about transportation projects happening throughout B.C. at: www. th.gov.bc.ca/tranprojectsbc/

Left to right: Lois Halko, Sparwood Mayor; Andrew MacIntyre, Sparwood Councillor; Ken Wildeman, Elkford Councillor; Mike Sosnowski, Area A Regional Director; Bill Bennett, MLA for Kootenay East; Jack Bennetto, RM District Manager, HIghways; Mary Giuliano, Fernie Mayor; and Mandy McGregor, Elkford Councillor, at the opening celebration of the Alexander Bridge. The Alexander Bridge is the final bridge to be replaced between the Alberta border and Fernie.

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Helipad on the way for Elkford

2014 behind the Elkford Fire Hall at 2300 Balmer Street.

“The District of Elkford will not know the actual costs until the engineering is done; however, depending upon the level of an Benson from the Bearspaw “Community First” Society local contractor support they are estimating between $100,000 (BCFS) presented Elkford Mayor Dean McKerracher with to $150,000,” said Garity Stanley, Director of Leisure Services. www.upnbc.org a cheque for $95,000 at the October 28 council meeting.

The local helipad located beside the Elkford Healthcare All the funds were raised from Centre has been decommissioned by Transport Canada a golf tournament and will be leaving Elkford with no identified location for STARS or put towards the construction of a any other medi-vac to land. Licensing requirements from helipad in Elkford.

Transport Canada mandate an engineered site, operational The BCFS hosted their first annual and emergency plans as well as an engineered flight plan that Charity Golf Tournament in July to will allow STARS and other medi-vacs to land in the evening raise funds for the Elkford Helipad. and during severe weather conditions.

With the help of volunteers, The inspector from Transport Canada identified the Elkford participants, and sponsorships, the Fire Hall location as optimum due to the location being event was a success. free from overhead obstructions and with many flight plan “Their donation is very generous options. Not only does having a helipad in Elkford reduce and will assist greatly in the transport time for critically injured persons, but it also benefits construction of a helipad in Elkford,” Elkford Search and Rescue and the RCMP Detachment, which said McKerracher. is adjacent to the site. The District of Elkford Emergency McKerracher thanked the Society Management Operations would also benefit from this location for all their time and efforts in beside the Fire Hall in the event of a serious incident requiring hosting such a fabulous event, and helicopter support such as flooding or wildfires. is looking forward to the next one.

“Bearspaw Construction had a vision of doing a community The helipad will be constructed in program to raise money for local needs,” said Benson. “Our definition of community is the Elk Valley and Crowsnest Pass as our employees are from all towns in the area. Through some great organizing from Monique Lee, Garity Stanley, Rocky and Michelle Culver, our local Fire Chief Bernie Van Tighem, and Jer Rodd, we were able to put this together in a very short order. With our many contacts we gained some great corporate sponsorship from Teck, EKCCU, Finning, Remembrance Day Closures RKMS, The Free Press, The Keg Corp., ITHS, Beachcomber Hot Tubs in Cranbrook, just to The Fernie Transfer Station will be open on Sunday, November 10, name a few.”

2013, closed Monday, November 11th for Remembrance Day, and “We look forward to taking the momentum reopen on Tuesday, November 12th. from this tournament and building on the next.

We are planning a committee meeting December The Sparwood Transfer Station will be closed Sunday, November 3 in Elkford.”

10th, and Monday, November 11th for Remembrance Day and “We are also reaching out to the communities reopen Tuesday, November 12th. to see if there is something that is in need. Our Avoid border lineups and save yourself some drive time. committee was small last year but was such a The Elkford Transfer Station will be closed Sunday, November 10th, great committee we need to find some more Amazing bargains and unique gifts available in charming and Monday, November 11th for Remembrance Day volunteers going forward.” downtown Fernie. 20+ stores are on board and more are If anyone is interested please contact Ian and reopen Tuesday, November 12th. signing up each day!

Benson at i.benson@bearspawcontracting.com.”

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Local teens scare away hunger this Halloween

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The Free Press carrier of the month

By Jenna Jensen Contributor

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ver a dozen local youth set off this Halloween on a mission. Not only to fill their bags with loads of candy, but to fill the tummies of local residents by collecting canned and non perishable food items for the Sparwood Food Bank.

Taking part in what has now become a Sparwood Secondary School tradition, the ‘We Scare Hunger‘ campaign is part of Me to We and Free The Children, and has many teens on board from student council and social justice representatives to classmates and friends from Fernie joining in the movement.

Collecting almost 600 non-perishable food items this Halloween, the We Scare Hunger group has definitely made a difference.

"We feel amazing to be able to do this," says Kyra von Matt, a Student Council representative at SSS. "Halloween used to be all about you and your focus on getting your candy.

Collecting these food items and making a positive difference is way better. It makes regular trick or treating just not as fun anymore."

The Sparwood Secondary School Student Council and the Social Justice Program students work closely together in efforts to make a difference and bring about change locally and globally.

"Besides We Scare Hunger, we have also done other things like a book drive and food drive and there will be more things coming up in the future. We want to let the community know how much we appreciate all of their support and to keep their eye out for teens making a difference," says von Matt.

Trigger and Justice taking time out from delivering the paper.

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Left to right: Taylor Syrja, Hailly Allardice, Spencer Roussel, Kyra von Matt, Morgan Klein, Quentin Baher all took part in the We Scare Hunger Campaign.

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y name is Justice Sword and I am 11 years old and live in Elkford. I deliver 65 papers and I have had my route for four years.

I like hunting, snowboarding, and Tae Kwon Do. I also enjoy tubing with my dog Trigger.

LILAC TERRACE IS EXPANDING We are happy to announce that Lilac Terrace is growing.

The proposed expansion will include 12 new apartments and 2 rooms that can be used for Palliative Care and other uses such as Respite.

Lilac Terrace has provided housing and supports for seniors for over twelve years. However, many seniors have had to leave the community because there simply hasn’t been anything available in Sparwood that provided the support they needed. Many of you reading this will know someone who has had this experience.

It has been our deepest wish to help our seniors stay in Sparwood where they can be close to their friends and loved ones. By adding more apartments in the community we are able to support more seniors.

Palliative Care has also become a priority for Sparwood. We want to provide a peaceful and loving environment for families as they face this difficult time.

We need your help to make this project a success. Your donation, big or small, will help to make this happen. You can be a part of this special project and help our community keep our seniors close.

The Elk Valley Seniors Housing Society is a registered charity and as such can provide tax-deductible receipts for all cash donations. There is an added perk for first-time donors; you will qualify for the First-Time Donors Super Credit. This Government of Canada program provides an even higher deductible for income tax purposes for donations totaling up to $1,000 during 2013 to 2017.

To make a donation or for more information on this project please contact us: Elk Valley Seniors Housing Society Lilac Terrace 102, 2nd Avenue P.O. Box 1587 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 250-425-2292 lilacterrace@telus.net www.lilacterrace.net

Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce invites you to

Christmas in the Mountains November 15-17, 2013

Bring your family and friends to get into the Christmas Spirit!

A community wide 3 day event!

November 14, Thursday evening featuring: “The Artof Chocolate” Official town Light Up Ceremony Mountain Radio Live on Site!

Turkey Trotter FREE TURKEYS! Late Night Shopping with Red & White Sales with local retailers Free public skating at Crowsnest Sportsplex Christmas Craft Market Scavenger Hunt for Kids Fashion Show Bonfires Toy Drive Christmas Parade Gift Wrapping Services Pictures with Santa for children & pets!

Drop in Street Hockey Game Free Yoga Class Art Gallery Tours 50%off Admission for Bellewvue Mine Tours Parade of Lights Residential Light Contest Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce 403-562-7108

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Pilot program for windrow removal begins in Sparwood

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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parwood Council has approved a windrow removal pilot program in time for the 2013/2014 winter season.

“The snow and windrow removal policy has been in review for about a year,” said Sparwood Mayor Lois Halko during the Council meeting on October 21. “I’m glad it’s at a point where we can make a decision (on the pilot program) and that we can welcome snow like everyone else in Fernie.

When they see the snow, they are clapping their hands and they’re jumping. (The program) will enable us to cope with our snow.”

Months of lengthy discussions, some heated enough to melt a portion of the pesky windrows, have resulted in general guidelines for this winter’s program. The intent of the windrow removal service is to knock down the windrow and allow for vehicle passage; the program is not intended to provide full clearing and cleaning of the entire width of a driveway, from edge to edge.

Windrow removal service will be provided only when the windrow is an accumulated height of six inches or more.

Windrow removal service will not be provided to residents who push snow from their driveways into the windrow for removal by the District. It is an offence to push, place or throw any snow or ice upon a highway or lane.

“I’m glad it’s at a point where we can make a decision (on the pilot program) and that we can welcome snow like everyone else in Fernie. ” Lois Halko Mayor of Sparwood

“After the pilot is finished, we can fine tune the process as we’ll have more information,” said Barbara Nunes, Director of Finances.

Council also approved the purchase of two skid steer loaders (bobcats) and attachments from Cervus in Cranbrook for the amount of

$113,913.00 excluding taxes.

The District asks Sparwood residents to park vehicle(s) in a driveway as soon as the snow begins to fall as empty streets enable snow plows to do a better job and ensures room for sanding equipment to cover more space.

On-street parking is prohibited from 6:00 am to 4:00 pm October 1 to March 31 as the District’s snowplows cannot deliver their best service when vehicles are parked on highways, roadways or lanes.

“Given the monitoring of our Public Works Department this year,” said Halko, “I encourage the public to give them a wave in recognizing the excellent work they’ve done to this point and recognizing the continued excellence of work that the Director of Public Operations Mel Bohmer has tried to implement in this program.”

Residents should note that parking on the street during snow plowing, snow removal, snow hauling, or sanding operations is prohibited. No advance warning is required under the bylaw and the Motor Vehicle Act; offending vehicles will be towed.

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he Elk Valley Critical Incident Response Team (EVCIRT) will be hosting “Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Post-vention” training. This is a Crisis and Trauma Resources Institute Inc. training workshop.

The first day will teach caregivers the skills needed to identify and assist those at risk of suicide. The second day focuses on providing caregivers with tools to minimize the impact of suicide on survivors. Participants will gain valuable insights into why suicide post-vention is also suicide prevention.

A guide for how to develop a comprehensive suicide prevention plan will also be presented,

with emphasis on addressing the root risk factors that lead to suicide.

The training will be held at Elks Lodge Hall on Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17, from 9 am to 4 pm. The cost of this event is $150, which covers the trainer, training manual, snacks and meals for both days.

Registration is limited to 25 people and the deadline is Wednesday, November 13, for the purpose of ordering materials.

Registration with deposit can be dropped off at the Women’s Resource Centre, 1592, 10th Ave, Fernie, 250 423-4687, or mailed to Elk Valley Critical Incident Response Team, PO Box 1319, Fernie, B.C. V0B 1M0.

Chamber celebrates Small Business Month Sparwood Chamber of Commerce

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parwood Chamber of Commerce held a “Business after Business” wine social, on Thursday, October 24 in celebration of Small Business Month. We celebrated all small businesses and thanked everyone for the support that they show the Chamber all year long. This was a free event for all members and open to all businesses in Sparwood.

Approximately 40 to 50 folks attended and socialized. The Chamber also kicked off our Christmas ‘Light Up A Child’s Life’ campaign, with all donations from drinks starting the fund for the year.

The winners of our draws were: Kal Tire - $500 certificate - Theo Pitsiavas - Snow Valley Refrigeration EKCCU - Backpack - Pauline Schmidt - Overwaitea EKCCU - Backpack - Chris Eklund - Cash Town EKCCU - Lawn Chair - Deb Tansley - MDG Contracting Custom Real Estate (Tammie Davie) - Cal McDougall - Teck Coal The Sparwood Chamber would like to thank all who attended. Our next event is our Community Christmas Party on Friday, December 6.

There are still a few tickets left, please call the Chamber for more info 425-2423.

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A brand new loafer discovers Uphill roots

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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lastair Jenkins has joined the Loaf Bakery and Restaurant as the new restaurant manager.

Arriving in Fernie from mid south Wales on October 10, there was no time for jet lag as he started work the very next morning.

Restaurant owner Phil Gadd brought in Jenkins to enhance customer service and to expand the Loaf brand. To start, Jenkins is inviting guests to fill out their new comment card to provide feedback and also a chance to win dinner.

Jenkins started working as a waiter after he was Silver Service trained at

the age of 16. Jenkins has used his waiter training to live all over Europe for the last 16 years.

“I have been fortunate to have been taught a lot of cool things by a lot of good people. I trained with Jacque Cantergrel who was the floor manager at the Moulin Rouge.”

Jenkins is able to work here on a twoyear visa sponsored by Loaf owner Phil Gadd. It was a fast process from Jenkins’ point of view at it took seven weeks from the time he first saw the job advertisement to arriving in Fernie.

“I feel really comfortable here and I’ve only been here for a week,” said Jenkins. “I don’t know what it is.”

“After my final interview, I told

my Grandmother, Dorothy, that I was moving to Canada for a new job.

She asked me where in Canada; she nearly fell off her chair when I told her Fernie. That’s when she explained that my great grandfather James Uphill, whom I called “Pop” was the brother of Thomas Uphill, the former long serving Fernie mayor. I had no idea.”

Alastair would be very interested to make contact with the Fernie side of his family.

“Calling all Uphills, if any of the family would like to drop in and introduce yourself, please do,” said Jenkins.

“Call it fate, call it karma, but I feel I’m meant to be here.”

Alastair Jenkins is the new restaurant manager at the Loaf Bakery and Restaurant.

Photo by T. Hynd

Bears and WildSafe BC Program head into hibernation

By Kathy Murray WildSafe BC

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ibernation is a way for bears to conserve energy in the winter when food is in low supply. However, most bears do not go into hibernation in warm climates where enough food is available yearround. During a period called hyperphagia, bears prepare for hibernation by eating three times as much in the fall as they do in the summer. In the fall, bears

need up to 20,000 calories per day (about 300 apples) to gain enough weight to get through the winter. In some areas, foodconditioned bears that are used to accessing human food, such as garbage, may not hibernate at all.

Most black bears and grizzly bears den for four to six months in the winter, from November or December until March or April. Bear cubs are born in the den during this period.

However, bears do not go into true hibernation because their

body temperature and metabolic rate do not decrease as much as in other hibernating species and they may wake up relatively easily during their winter sleep.

In order to survive without eating, bears must slow down their physiological systems and live off their fat reserves. They actually enter a state of dormancy where: • their heart rate drops from 40-70 beats per minute to 8-12 beats per minute • their metabolism slows

down by half • their body temperatures drop by 3-7 degrees celsius While bears do not eat or drink during this time, they do not urinate or defecate either. Such a build-up of urea would cause humans to die. Bears however, have a unique ability to recycle the build-up of urea, using its constituents to manufacture new proteins. During hibernation, the bear's body essentially enters a mode of conservation, efficiency and recycling.

Finally, the WildSafeBC Fernie and Elk Valley Programs wish to thank program sponsors The British Columbia Conservation Foundation, Ministry of Environment, Columbia Basin Trust, City of Fernie, District of Elkford and the R.D.E.K. for their ongoing financial support and everyone who has made an effort to prevent wildlife/human conflict in the Elk Valley and South Country.

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Turn On Bleeder Valves As per District Bylaw No. 428, residents must turn ON the bleeder valve in their residences from October 1, 2013 to May 1, 2014. Please ensure that your valves are in working condition before you turn them on. It is the resident’s responsibility to ensure that their water systems do not freeze. Any thawing of lines will be at the homeowner’s expense

Get Active this Fall Teen Swim (Grades 7 to 12) Fridays from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM $2.00 Craft and Splash (3 to 5 years) Set #3 November 27th - December 18th Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 11:30 am $50.00 per child Call 250.865.4012 to register

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings •November 12 •November 25

Regular Council @ 6 pm Regular Council @ 6 pm

These meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road and are open to the public.

Remembrance Day Ceremony - November 11th

BEARS AND YOUR GARBAGE

On Monday, November 11th, the Elkford Remembrance Day Service will be held at 10:00 AM at the Elkford Alliance Church, 1803 Alpine Way. Following the service at 10:45 AM, there will be a Memorial Parade down to the Cenotaph in front of the Elkford Municipal Building. The Cenotaph Ceremony will begin at 11:00 AM at the District of Elkford Municipal Building, 816 Michel Road.

District of Elkford residents are responsible for ensuring their garbage is kept either in a bear resistant container or building. Bear resistant garbage containers are available from the Public Works Department for residents who meet the following criteria:

Refreshments to follow the Cenotaph Ceremony at the Elkford Community Conference Centre, 750 Fording Drive. All are warmly welcomed and encouraged to attend this event in honor of those who have fought for our freedom.

REPORT BEARS TO CONSERVATION OFFICER To report problem wildlife or bears in an urban setting call 1.877.952.7277. By reporting bears to this number, the local Conservation Officer is contacted and the bear being reported is entered into a data system that will allow the Conservation Officer to track the behaviour of the problem bear(s).

• you have had bear issues • you do not have a shed or garage that you can store your cart in • you must unlock the cart when you put it at the curb If you meet the above criteria and would like a bear resistant container, please call the Public Works Department at 250.865.4025.

Please note that the Conservation Officer can fine residents $300 for not keeping their garbage in a bear resistant container or building.

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The “Coalition for Licensing and Regulation of Off-Road Vehicles” in B.C. (established 2003) has proposed government restrict and clamp down on motorcycles, ATV’s, ATC, side-by-sides and other machines used in the bush. Some highlights are you must hold a valid B.C. driver’s licence, carry liability insurance to operate on crown land trails and forest roads, register for all machines including a decal or licence plate for identification, restrict where and how you use your ATV, enforce new laws in the bush, plus much more. The leads on this proposal are the Cattlemen’s Association and Grassland Preservation Society. Both would like nothing better than to stop off road vehicles everywhere.

Other supporters are along for the ride in hopes of finding compromise.

What I read is a popular recreation activity targeted for more taxes, fees and restrictions, attacking the middle class which will end up costing every tax payer more. Right now the cost to have fun in the bush is only the investment of the machine and some common sense with optional insurance, this is why popularity has grown to more than 200,000+ off-road vehicles in B.C. If allowed you will be forced to pay more and ride less, another freedom stomped down by special interests. At a time of economic recovery why suck more disposable income out of our economy? Remember the HST, gun registry, how about boating? It cost us plenty, for what? Rest assured once legislation is enacted, not there yet, January maybe, off-road vehicles will see more future restrictions on land use.

There are other solutions that do not cost our social-economic system stress and money like this one but rather educate and train without direct cost to tax payers. Somewhere in this apathetic world personal responsibility has got to come back from the dead. We are way over regulated so why create more rules and more taxes?

Our cultural identity is partially defined by freedom to roam the land and it belongs to every citizen, that’s why it’s called Crown Land. Let us retain some cash and freedom, write your MLA and start a petition today, say NO to the Off-Road Vehicle Act. Henry Van Soest Williams Lake, B.C.

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Letters to the Editor

Val Luznar-Purdy

I read with interest in The Free Press of the intention of the City of Fernie to consider changes to the partnership agreement between the City and Veneto Place Properties Ltd. The current agreement allows the 'owner' to sell to an eligible person within 10 years at a maximum sale price as set out in the covenant attached to the particular unit.

What the notice in The Free Press is missing is that within the same 10 years the 'owner' must give Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (PRHC) first option to purchase and PRHC can purchase the unit at a price being 90 per cent of the maximum sale price. This would represent a substantial loss to the owner within the first 10 years.

The City is proposing to waive the development costs due back to the City and the taxpayers of Fernie.

Under the current partnership

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agreement, if this agreement changed or altered in favor of Veneto Place Properties Ltd. then the City is due 2/45ths of the development costs back.

This would represent $15,029.60 per unit or $180,355.20 for the 12 units under proposal.

The City has already done such a change, which was not widely reported to the residents and taxpayers of Fernie.

In October 2012 Veneto Place Properties Ltd. applied to the City to have the partnership agreement/covenants changed on 12 units that were under consideration for purchase by Elk Valley Family Society.

At that council meeting, as reported in the minutes, there was no mention of 'waiving' the development costs due to the City.

There were no further meetings with regards to the application until May 16, 2013 when it became urgent that the partnership agreement be changed and a special meeting was held almost

Mink farm in the Elk Valley It is interesting that everyone seems to be so upset about a mink farm in the Elk Valley. After all, this is agricultural land. If people are worried about the smell, and/or the death of animals, perhaps they should live in town. Most livestock raised on a farm or ranch is destined to be slaughtered, and yes, probably skinned for the hide.

As far as grizzlies, anyone even raising a flock of chickens could be said to be attracting bears. They can also be attracted by garbage or even pop cans stored in a shed.

Concerning the cyanobacteria (blue-green algae), studies show that it is in fact caused by high nutrients in the water - mostly phosphates from household detergents, and

overnight where the agreements were changed in favor of Veneto Place Properties Ltd. and the City waived the development costs due back to the City and the taxpayers.

The City waived $180,355.20 due to them.

If the City also waives what is due under the current proposal, this will represent a total of $360,710.40 due back to the City from Veneto Place Properties Ltd. Funding for the project came from BC housing, ($7 million) Columbia Basin Trust ($4.5 Million bridge finance), Fernie City ($338,000) and Parastone Developments Ltd. ($123,142 in equity).

A private owner sold the land to Parastone Developments Ltd. at a price substantially below market valve on the basis that the development would be affordable.

Joyce Finnigan Fernie, B.C.

nitrogen from fertilizer or any animal feces (horses, cows, pigs, chickens, wild animals, as well as mink). Mink do not cause blue-green algae any more than any other species of animal.

Most of the land in the Elk Valley is in the ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve) and is therefore reserved for agricultural purposes. Using it for this should be encouraged, thus it was quite a disappointment that our representatives, Mike Sosnowski (RDEK), and Bill Bennett (MLA) are not standing behind agricultural development in this area. Those who live on residential acreages in an area set aside for agriculture should have no objections to agricultural activities in their area.

Cathy and Kurt Broten Sparwood, B.C.

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GTV Canada Special is producing a new TV show to be hosted by Steve Patterson of CBC Radio’s The Debaters that looks at homeowners that are more MacGyver than Mike Holmes.

Produced by Mountain Road Productions, the special will be a celebration of completely unique and utterly outside the box approaches to home repair.

These ingenious "kooky" home improvements include such feats as installing linoleum as a backsplash in the kitchen, nailing roof shingles down as flooring in the foyer or using that trusty duct tape in place of caulking around the bathtub.

“Our goal is to uncover great characters with a bizarre sense of home ‘improvement’,” says Executive Producer, Tim Alp. “We are looking for houses filled with jerry-rigged solutions that are at complete odds with main stream expectations.”

HGTV is on a Canada-wide

homeowner hunt to uncover the strangest, wackiest, most extreme solutions to home repairs ever seen.

Ideal candidates for this 1-hour TV special are gregarious, fun loving people who don’t take themselves too seriously and have an aptitude for completely outrageous DIY solutions. Who says you can’t use old crutches to hold up basement stairs? Your leg healed, so why not put those crutches to good use?

Un-handy homeowner submissions and nominations can be emailed tocasting@mountainroad. ca with the following information: 1. The story behind the questionable home improvements; 2. Photos of each of the eccentric repairs; 3. A photo of you and a photo of the not-so-handy person you are nominating; 4. Your contact information.

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Tips for the East Kootenay Outdoor Enthusiasts vehicle. A motor vehicle includes a truck, ATV, or jet boat.

Conservation Officers also have the ability very year in British Columbia under Section 88 of the Wildlife Act to seize Conservation Officers check many firearms of people who they believe are people who are impaired by drugs intoxicated or otherwise impaired. Outdoors or alcohol while in possession of firearms. enthusiasts should be aware that the threshold This is a serious safety concern for other for intoxication under the Wildlife Act and recreational users, s u b s e q u e n t for the people who surrender of are intoxicated, “Under Section 44 of the Liquor firearms is 50 mg and for the officers of alcohol per 100 Control and Licensing Act, a person involved.

It is ml of blood, which must not drive or otherwise exerlikely that a number is lower than cise control over the operation of a of offences that the threshold for motor vehicle while there is open happen under the driving under the liquor in the person’s possession Wildlife Act stem Motor Vehicle Act. or in the motor vehicle, unless that from the fact that The Conservation open alcohol is in an area not readithe people involved Officer Service are impaired. ly accessible to the occupants of the wishes to remind Under Section vehicle. A motor vehicle includes a the public that if 44 of the Liquor they witness or truck, ATV, or jet boat.”

Control and become aware of Licensing Act, a an environmental person must not or fish and wildlife drive or otherwise related infraction, exercise control over the operation of a motor to please report it by calling 1-877-952-7277 vehicle while there is open liquor in the (RAPP). Callers may remain anonymous if person’s possession or in the motor vehicle, they wish and they may be eligible for a unless that open alcohol is in an area not reward. readily accessible to the occupants of the

By Trish Burley Conservation Officer

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Letters to the Editor continued from page 6 The BC Government Does It Again!

Alex Hanson Fernie, B.C.

Great Samaritans On Friday, October 25 I was leaving Vancouver for Fernie when our flight was canceled. We were able to fly to Calgary and then find our own way to Fernie. I would like to thank the following people who helped make this happen for me:

Cory, Steve, Rich and Chris. These people were amazing and great company; Fernie you are lucky to have such warm generous people.

Thank you all, Lenora Bryant Vancouver, B.C.

fernie SubStAtion upgrAde project Site Activity commencement The Fernie Substation is reaching capacity and in order to meet future demand and provide reliable power for generations an upgrade and expansion is needed.

BC Hydro would like to advise the public about site activity in the immediate area around the Fernie Substation. Geotechnical, environmental and archaeological testing and assessments are expected to begin in late October and completed by the end of November 2013. The preliminary site testing will involve testing equipment and contractors will manage the work in order to minimize the impact on the environment and the community.

BC Hydro will complete the work safely and as efficiently as possible.

This important improvement project is necessary to meet current demand and future growth in Fernie. Upgrading the substation with new equipment will allow BC Hydro to continue to provide clean reliable power to Fernie business and residential customers now and in the future.

Opportunities to learn more about the project will be provided and advertised. If you have any questions, or would like more information about the Fernie Substation Upgrade Project, please contact Sue Foster, Program Manager at 604 699 9095 or Sally Masters, Community Relations at 250 489 6841.

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I wake this morning. The eastern sun rises, illuminating my eyes as I peer over the mountains toward some additional land Teck is purchasing. Over 7,000 hectares of pristine wilderness, but it’s not for mining. The press release proclaims they spent $19 million out of the greenness of their environmental hearts.

I wonder if it’s actually a part of the Pacific Carbon Trust’s (PCT) carbon offset plan: selling our trees to corporations while pollution continues.

Worse yet, the balance sheets of companies showing carbon offset assets of ever increasing value, rather than actual liabilities. In the end, getting paid for nothing.

Don’t get me wrong; I’m a coal miner who is for responsible industrial development. But credits for carbon capture? Monetizing then privatizing the environment by proxy?

Elk Valley residents angry over the prospect of a public national park, while a corporate private profit park sails right past them. Taxing schools and hospitals through the PCT, further destroying our social infrastructure while an oil company in Alberta gets $1.1 million in subsidies. Insert vomit here.

Another B.C. Liberal scam: feigning green while privatizing our environment and ripping off the next generation. Is there no end to the blind rape and pillage of British Columbians' collective wealth? Or do we cower in fear of a government that has gone so far off course that we are now too afraid to turn back?

I guess while watching a senate scandal obfuscated by a crack smoking mayor, I think anything is possible.

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Mondays

• 6:30am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 10:00 to 11:00am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot at the Sparwood Arena • 1:00pm- Dominoes Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 1:00 to 3:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 6:00pm – Bridge Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm- Mahjong Fernie Seniors Drop in Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Tuesdays

• 6:30am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 9:00 to 9:45am – Aqua Blast at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00am to 1:30pm- Crafts Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 10:00am to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Free Public Skating at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 10:30am to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15am to 12:00pm- Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot at the Sparwood Arena • Afternoon – Seniors Curling League Play, Fernie • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Parent & Tot Skating in the Sparwood Arena • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at

the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Public Skating in the Sparwood Arena • 7:30pm – Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Wednesdays

• 6:30am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 11:00am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 10:30 to 11:15am – Free Public Skating at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 10:30am to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15am to 12:00pmToddlertime at the Fernie Library for ages 2 & under • 12:00pm- Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot at the Sparwood Arena • 1:00pm- Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 1:15 to 2:30 pm – Skate & Shoot at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 3:30 to 4:45 pm – Lego Club & Board Games at the Fernie Library, ages 6-10 years • 3:30 to 5:00pm – After School Rec Hockey in the Sparwood Arena • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm – Free Dance Lessons in the Fernie Legion Hall • 7:00 to 9:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie • 7:00 to 9:00pm – Adult (19+) Badminton, Fernie Community Centre • 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at

the Sparwood Pool

Thursdays

• 6:30am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 9:00 to 9:45am – Aqua Blast at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30-11:30am - MOMs Group at the Fernie Library • 10:00am to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Free Public Skating at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 10:30am to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:00am to 8:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot at the Sparwood Arena • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Public Skating in the Sparwood Arena • 9:30 to 11:00pm – Adult Rec Hockey in the Sparwood Arena

Fridays

• 6:30am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Aqua Blast at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:00 to 11:00am- Adult Badminton Fernie Community Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 11:00am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30am to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00am to 6:00pm Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:15am to 12:00pm- Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot

at the Sparwood Arena • Afternoon – Seniors Curling League Play, Fernie • 1:15 to 3:15pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Word Play at the Fernie Library, ages 11-13 years • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Free Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 8:15pm – Public Skating at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 7:30pm- Jitney Darts Fernie Legion • 7:30pm – Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Teen Swim (Grades 7-12) at the Elkford Pool

Saturdays

• 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • Noon to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 1:00 to 5:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 2:00 to 3:45pm – Public Skating at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 2:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 2:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:30 to 4:30pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 4:00 to 6:00pm- Meat Draw & 50/50 Fernie Legion • 5:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:45 to 8:15pm – Public Skating at the Fernie Memorial Arena

Sundays

• 12:00 to 2:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 5:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 1:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 2:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 2:15 to 4:00pm – Public Skating at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 3:00 to 4:45pm – Public Skating in the Sparwood Arena (most Sundays) • 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

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Free Flu Clinic, Elk Valley Hospital, Fernie, 9am-5:30pm “Healthy Brain Foods” with Natasha Kuralesova, Fernie Heritage Library, 7pm Fernie Ghostriders vs. Grand Forks Border Bruins, Fernie Memorial Arena, 7:30pm English as a Second Language Tutor Training, Sparwood Public Library, 10am-5pm Fernie Alpine Ski Team Ski Swap, Fernie Community Centre, 10am-2pm Fernie Ski & Board Film Fest, Fernie Community Centre, Show Times: 6:30, 8:30 & 10:15 pm Fernie Ghostriders vs.

Kamloops Storm, Fernie Memorial Arena, 7:30pm Remembrance Day Water Quality Community Consultation, Elkford Community Conference Centre, 4:30-8:30pm Elkford Council Meeting, 6pm Fernie Council Meeting, 7pm Water Quality Community Consultation, Sparwood Seniors Drop-In Centre, 4:308:30pm Fernie Nordic Society, AGM, Fernie Arts Station, 6-8pm Water Quality Community Consultation, Fernie Seniors Drop-In Centre, 4:30-8:30pm “Dying to be Born” by Oz Parsons, Fernie Heritage Library, 7pm Bey Blade Competition, Fernie Heritage Library, 3:30pm Christmas Craft & Bake Fair, Fernie Community Centre Fernie Ghostriders vs.

Kimberley Dynamiters, Fernie Memorial Arena, 7:30pm Lily String Quartet at the Fernie Arts Station, 8pm Sparwood Council Meeting, 7pm Options for Sexual Health, Elk Valley Hospital, Fernie, 6:30-8:30pm Arts Film Series Screening, Fernie Arts Station International Children’s Day

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City of Fernie CONNECTION | Community Information and Opportunities | www.fernie.ca Notice of Intention to amend the Partnering Agreement between The Corporation of the City of Fernie and Veneto Place Properties Ltd.

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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

Amendments being Considered The first amendment being considered by Council is the deletion of the requirement for the above described covenant and replacement with a requirement for a covenant the terms and conditions of which are as follows: • Affordable Home Ownership (AHO) Covenant in a form acceptable to the British Columbia Housing Management Commission – granted to British Columbia Housing Management Commission over the 12 Strata Lots for a term of 2-years – during the term of the covenant the owner could only sell the Strata Lots to a “qualified person”. Veneto would determine the purchase price for the initial sale of the units currently owned by Veneto.

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The other amendment being considered by Council is the deletion of the requirement to repay to the City 2/45th of the $338,165.80 contribution made by the City under the partnering agreement upon the discharge of the AHO covenant from a Strata Lot and replacement with the following: • Upon the initial sale of each Strata Lot subject to the 2-year AHO covenant being considered by Council, Veneto acknowledges and agrees that 50 percent of any net proceeds realized on the sale the Strata Lot above the outstanding mortgage and related selling fees shall be paid to the City and the remaining 50 percent shall be retained by Veneto.

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George S. Majic Spiritus Award

This award is presented annually by the City of Fernie in memory of Mr. George Majic to a person or persons who for many years have demonstrated a commitment to the community through their love of Fernie.

The award will be presented to an individual(s) who exemplify the spirit of giving without any desire for recognition or reward. Fernie’s “Unsung Heroes” who have demonstrated outstanding characteristics of community commitment, where through their contributions they enhance and honor community values, and enrich our community as a whole. Presentation ceremony will be held on Monday, December 16, 2013 prior to the Regular meeting of Council.

The award was inspired by his family and friends in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario as a way of honoring his life service and is now a collaboration between the two cities.

The name comes from the “Spiritus Award” trophy given to Mr. Majic for the unselfish and energetic contributions he made over the years to his High School in Sault Ste. Marie.

Nomination forms are available at the City of Fernie and on the City Website at www.fernie.ca Deadline for submissions is Friday, November 15, 2013 at 5:00PM

Current Partnering Agreement With respect to 12 of the strata lots known civically as: 301, 1002, 1st Ave; 303, 1002, 1st Ave; 402, 1002, 1st Ave; 404, 1002, 1st Ave; 301, 1042, 1st Ave; 303, 1042, 1st Ave; 402, 1042, 1st Ave; 404, 1042, 1st Ave; 301, 1092, 1st Ave; 303, 1092, 1st Ave; 402, 1092, 1st Ave; and 404, 1092, 1st Ave, the current partnering agreement required that upon completing construction of the units, and subdividing the Lands to create 45 residential Strata Lots, Veneto was required to register a covenant the terms and conditions of which are as follows: • Affordable Home Ownership (AHO) Covenant – granted to the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (PHRC), British Columbia Housing Management Commission (the Commission) and the City of Fernie over the 12 Strata Lots for a term of 99-years – during the first 10 years, an owner may only sell a unit to an “eligible person” for a purchase price that does not exceed the Maximum Sale Price ranging from $177,788 to $198,828 multiplied by the change in Core Consumer Price Index (CCPI). At any time after the 10th anniversary of the registration of the covenant, if the owner wishes to sell, the Commission will cause PRHC to purchase the strata lot for a purchase price equal to the Maximum Sale Price. In the event the Commission or PRHC fail to purchase the strata lot, Fernie may, at its option, purchase the strata lot for the Maximum Sale Price.

The current partnering agreement also requires that: • Prior to the sale of a Strata Lot subject to the above described AHO covenant to a third party, Veneto acknowledges and agrees that in the event that a discharge of the covenant is proposed, 2/45th of the $338,165.80 contribution made by the City under the partnering agreement shall be repaid to the City upon the discharge of such covenant for each Strata Lot where it is proposed to discharge the covenant.

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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the City of Fernie intends to consider amendments to the partnering agreement that was entered into with Veneto Place Properties Ltd. (Veneto) for the provision of a service on behalf of the City of Fernie being 45 affordable / attainable housing units at the November 12, 2013 regular meeting of Council. Under the terms of the original partnering agreement made on October 8, 2010, in consideration of the construction of the 45 units, and registration of the covenants and right of first refusal as detailed in the agreement and the transfer of 12 units to the Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (PRHC), on November 17, 2010 the City of Fernie provided a one-time contribution of $338,165.80 to Veneto towards the construction costs of the units.

A copy of the proposed amended partnering agreement can be viewed at the office of the Chief Administrative Officer at 501 3rd Avenue, City Hall, Fernie, BC during regular business hours.

OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT ON PROPOSED LIQUOR LICENCE AMENDMENT The Kodiak Lounge - 892 – 6th Avenue

Public notice is hereby given that Council is gathering the views of residents that may be affected by the application for a permanent change to the Liquor Primary Licence of the Kodiak Lounge to extend their hours of liquor sales.

The applicant has applied to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch (LCLB) for a permanent change to their existing Liquor Primary Licence. The application, if approved, will allow liquor service to 12:00am under the amended Licence. As part of the application process for a change to a Liquor Primary Licence the local government must gather the views of residents that may be affected by the proposed change. Council will consider written submissions with respect to the change at the regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 7:00pm in the Council Chambers, in City Hall, 501-3rd Avenue, Fernie BC. Persons who feel they may be affected by the Kodiak Lounge’s application to change their Liquor Primary Licence to extend their hours of liquor sales are invited to submit written comments to Michelle Martineau, Director of Corporate Administration Services no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2013.

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IN PERSON: Drop off written submissions at the reception desk, City Hall 501–3rd Avenue;

BY FAX: to (250) 423-3034;

BY MAIL: City of Fernie, Director of Corporate Administration Services, PO Box 190, Fernie BC V0B 1M0; or

BY EMAIL: E-mail submissions should be sent to cityhall@ fernie.ca

For more information, please visit the City of Fernie website at www.fernie.ca

Sidewalk Patios in the Historical Downtown Core This summer marked the first year that the use of municipal sidewalks and parking spaces could be used for the creation of outdoor cafés by businesses engaged in the food and beverage service within the Historic downtown.

These initial licences were authorized for this year’s operation only and before Council considers whether or not to extend the term for these licences, they would like to hear your comments.

Your input is important to us! Please visit the City’s website at www.fernie.ca and take a few moments to complete our brief survey.

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GARBAGE PICKUP SCHEDULE There will be NO GARBAGE PICKUP ON THE REMEMBRANCE DAY STAT Monday, November 11, 2013 Garbage that is normally picked up on theMonday Will be picked up on Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Committee of the Whole Meeting at 7:00 pm Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC, to consider a proposed amendment to the District of Sparwood “Official Community Plan No.869, 2001” and “Zoning Bylaw No. 264 1981”.

Applicant: Focus Corporation on behalf of Spardell Mobile Home Park Property affected: Portions of Lot 8 DL 4588 KD Plan 1358, including portions of 555 Michel Creek Road and 140 Industrial Road #1, around Spardell Mobile Home Park (100 Industrial Road #1). Please see the map below.

Council deems it appropriate to amend the Official Community Plan (OCP) to allow for more residential areas and rezone the properties detailed above from Agricultural and Industrial to Mobile Home Park in accordance with the application.

In general terms, Bylaw 1129 cited as "Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 869, 2002, Amendment Bylaw 1129, 2013” will change the land use of the above noted properties, and as shown outlined on the map in dashed line, from Industrial to Residential.

1. In general terms, Bylaw 1130 cited as "Zoning Bylaw No. 264, 1981, Amendment Bylaw 1130, 2013", will change the zoning of the following properties: a. That the portion of the property described as "Lot 8 DL 4588 KD Plan 1358", locally known as 555 Michel Creek Road, and as shown outlined on the map in dashed line, from M-1 (Light Industrial) to R-MP (Mobile Home Park); b. That the portion of the property described as "Lot 8 DL 4588 KD Plan 1358", locally known as 140 Industrial Road #1, and the portion of the property described as "Lot 8 DL 4588 KD Plan 1358", with no assigned civic address, and as shown outlined on the map in dashed line and hatched from A-1 (Agricultural Land) to R-MP (Mobile Home Park); All persons who believe that their interest is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission on the matters contained within Bylaws 1129 and 1130 at the Public Hearing. Written submissions may be sent to the District of Sparwood, Box 520, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0. Electronic submissions by email should be sent to sparwood@sparwood.ca. Please note that due to potential email issues, all submissions sent by email should be confirmed by phone at the number listed below. These submissions must be received by no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 18, 2013 in order to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. All submissions must include your name and street address and are considered public information, pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Following the close of the Public Hearing, no further submissions or comments from the public or interested persons can be accepted by members of Council.

The above Bylaws and related staff reports and background information may be inspected at the Municipal Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, B.C., from November 1, 2013 – November 18, 2013 during regular office hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. local time, Monday to Friday except Monday, November 11, 2013 when the office will be closed for Remembrance Day. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Planning Department at 136 Spruce Avenue or (250) 425-6271.

Nelson Wight Manager of Planning Dated October 31, 2013

Bid for:

PART I: Notice to Bidders

Sparwood Arena and Curling Rink Energy Retrofit Project FOR THE DISTRICT OF SPARWOOD Individual consultants, businesses or companies with proven experience and expertise in the retrofitting of recreation and leisure centers and/or H-VAVC and DHW systems are invited to submit detailed proposals by which the goals, objectives and other requirements of this request may be best met.

Proposals will be received in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the name and address of the Proponent, the name of the Project: “Request for Proposal: Arena Energy Retrofit Project” and be addressed to Duane Lawrence, Director of Community & Facility Services, no later than 2:00 pm (MST), Tuesday December 10th, 2013 (the “Closing Deadline”), at the following address: District of Sparwood – Leisure Centre 367 Pine Ave. Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 This fixed fee design build project entails the updating of the Sparwood Arena and Curling Rink Complex HVAC and DHW supply systems.

Copies of the Request for Proposal can be obtained from the District of Sparwood Leisure Centre at 367 Pine Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 or online on BC Bid (www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca) on or after October 28th,2013.

Inquiries regarding this project shall be directed to: Duane Lawrence Director of Community & Facility Services District of Sparwood Phone: 250.425.6821 Fax: 250.425.0551 Email: dlawrence@sparwood.ca

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RECREATION DEPARTMENT Learn to Make Authentic Perogies Sunday 3:00 - 5:00 pm November 17, 2013 $35.00 Join us as we learn how to make authentic Potato & Cheese Perogies. Not only will you get to taste what you cook, you will be able to take some home for your family to enjoy!

Total Body Monday & Thursday, 9:00 - 10:00 am & Tuesday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm September 23 - December 13, 2013 Drop In or ALP Total Body with Total body Resistance eXercise.

This class provides cardio intervals combined with body weight resistance exercises using the TRX. Progressions for each exercise are given, making this workout suitable for all levels. A great introduction to the TRX. No Class Oct 14 or Nov 11 Pre Natal Yoga Tuesday 2:15 - 3:15 pm October 15 - December 10, 2013 $45.00 A loving opening practice to connect with the experience of pregnancy. Prepare space for your ever-growing and changing radiant bellies.

Empower yourself as you prepare for birth while connecting with other soon to be mothers!

Yoga Tuesday & Thursday 6:45 - 7:45 pm October 15 - December 12, 2013 Drop In or ALP Come out & experience yoga with your community. Move your body, and add this class to your fitness schedule!

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Begin to Spin Monday & Wednesday 5:00 - 5:30 pm or 5:45 - 6:15 pm November 4 - December 11, 2013 Set 2 $50.00 Here is an opportunity for beginners to give spin a try with a 30 minute class focusing on newcomers!

No Class Nov 11 Lunch Time Spin Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 - 12:45 pm October 15 - November 24, 2013 $69.00 A 45 minute fun, high intensity fast paced spin class designed to give you your essential lunch time workout.

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Howl-O-Ween is a spooky success

By Sara Moulton Contributor

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he second annual Barkside Howl-O-Ween transformed pampered pooches into haunted hounds, in an effort to raise money for the proposed Fernie Off Leash Dog Park.

This year’s event took place on Saturday, October 26.

Pet owners dressed their furry friends in various outfits and enjoyed hot chocolate while Kyle Hamilton Photography donated their services to create spooky scenes. Donations accepted in return for the photos will help to make the new dog park a

reality. Maren Esch, the owner of Barkside, created the event with her staff to allow owners to have a bit of fun while contributing to a worthwhile cause.

Nova, a French Bulldog, and her best friend Macklin, an English Bulldog, were dressed as a witch and a skeleton respectively. Their pals Biddy Boo (dressed as a fairy) and Gusto (a cow) joined them in their photo shoot, although getting all four to stay still proved to be a challenge.

Local businesses donated prizes for best dressed and best family theme, as well as refreshments and treats for both canine and human participants.

New Kootenay CGAs Submitted

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oining the ranks of accounting professionals in B.C. are 502 new Certified General Accountants who officially received their CGA designations in 2013. The new CGAs were honoured at a convocation ceremony in November at the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre West.

The 2013 CGAs include five Fernie, Cranbrook and Sparwood residents: Treena Allen, HBCom, CGA Jerrett Dyck, BMgmt, CGA Lisa Jarvis, BA, CGA Gladys Leonzio, DArts, BGS, CGA Michael VanderDeen, DAcc, BBA, CGA

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f the fresh snowflakes don’t get you itching for the ski season, The Lines of Legends a history of catskiing and snowboarding documentary will.

Island Lake Lodge has released its new documentary celebrating 25 years of providing powder therapy in the Lizard Range nestled in the Rockies not far from Fernie.

“It’s a microcosm,” said ski guide Corrie Wright.

In the summer months Wright is part of the tree thinning crew who “create habitat for powder riders.”

The documentary features its legendary powder, which people started cat skiing when the first snow cat was delivered to Island Lake Lodge in 1988. Steve Kuijt tells the story of the frantic purchase of the lodge and 7,000 acre property from Shell in 1995 by a group who became known as the shareholders including Mark Gallup, Scot Schmidt, Jake Blattner, Craig Kelly and Jason Ford.

"In conjunction with our 25th anniversary, it only seemed fitting to produce a documentary on the history of Island Lake,” said Mike McPhee, marketing manager.

“With so much past footage and so many interesting personalities involved, it seemed only natural to put it all together into a little film. It took over a year to do the interviews, get the rights to the past footage and put it all together and we are proud of the way it turned out.

“It will be syndicated on TV across North America, available online and on DVDs. Anyone that wants a copy can drop by our downtown office!"

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Watch the new video to get your snow fever running high. http://islandlakecatskiing. com/2013/10/lines-legends/

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THURSDAY 5TH OR FRIDAY 6TH DECEMBER 2013 SCHEDULE (Both Days): 1-800 MAS-TERY is a one-of-a-kind reality based inside sales/call center leadership training program. Created and presented by Stuart Ellis-Myers to well over 5,000 people.

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Resort Service Mastery is now a one-of-a-kind based program that video-captures, celebrates and showcases the real life ‘How-to-Wow’ Service Mastery’ insights and actions that Whistler’s top performing front line housekeepers, front desk clerks, waiters, bartenders and ski mountain staff use every day to ‘WOW’ their guests. Discover the immediately transferable team strengths, communication and guest experience skills of today’s top performing Whistler Resort hospitality employees. Geared towards ALL staff who come into contact with visitors, clients & guests- from maintenance crews to servers to sales agents and every other employee in your company!

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Canadian Avalanche Centre warns backcountry users about new smartphone tranceiver apps Submitted

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martphone avalanche search applications that are marketed as avalanche rescue systems are not recommended, says the Canadian Avalanche Centre (CAC). Three Europeanmade apps are presenting themselves as economical alternatives to avalanche transceivers, the electronic device used by backcountry users to find buried companions in case of an avalanche.

After close examination, the CAC has found a number of issues with the technology. Two of the main issues are

compatibility and frequency range. All avalanche transceivers conform to an international standard of 457 kHz. Regardless of the brand, all transceivers can be used to search and find other transceivers.

“Not only are these new apps incapable of connecting with other avalanche transceivers, they are also incompatible between themselves, so one type of app can’t find another,” explains CAC Executive Director Gilles Valade.

The 457 kHz standard was chosen because it transmits very well through dense snow, is not deflected by objects

such as trees and rocks, and is accurate.

“None of the various communication methods used by these apps come close to that standard,” adds Valade. “WiFi and Bluetooth signals are significantly weakened when passing through snow, and easily deflected by the solid objects we expect to see in avalanche debris.

The accuracy of a GPS signal is nowhere near the precision required for finding an avalanche victim.”

Other critical issues include battery life, robustness, reliability and interference.

“These apps are being actively marketed as software that turns a smartphone

into an avalanche transceiver, but the CAC has serious concerns about their vulnerabilities,” says Valade. “We are warning all backcountry users not to use any of these apps in place of an avalanche transceiver.”

The three apps are: • iSis Intelligent (Mountain) Rescue System http://www.isis-application. com/en/ • Snøg Avalanche Buddy: http:// www.avalanchebuddy.com/ • SnoWhere: http://charcoalfrost. com/

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Booked! with Terry Fallis

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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ountry star Dean Brody’s newest album Crop Circles was released on November 5. This is the fourth album for the 38-yearold Jaffray raised country music star. Brody won male artist of the year in 2012 and 2013 at the Canadian Country Music Association awards.

Known for his story telling and emotional song lyrics, Crop Circles’ first single Bounty is in true Western fashion; Brody’s voice as alluring as the tale he sings.

While Brody is busy launching his new album and getting ready for his cross-country tour starting in January, he has another project on the go.

Leilah’s Song is one song you won’t find on Brody’s newest album.

Brody and his wife Iris started The Dean Brody Foundation in 2010 to help in the rescue and prevention of young girls exploited in child prostitution and human trafficking in Brazil and around the world. Years ago, he promised himself that if he were to become successful, he would use his profile as an artist to do something to help others - specifically, young children at risk of human trafficking and child prostitution.

The Foundation’s mandate is to provide a place of safety and refuge where girls can receive counseling, rehabilitation, hope, healing, and when possible - justice.

Brody’s fans have been engaged by his talent to reflect on emotional life circumstances in writing; Brody has brought that to the Foundation.

Brody wrote Leilah’s Song after his trip to Brazil in January 2011 where he spoke with child prostitutes, including Leilah. His protective lyrics paint the picture of a heartbreakingly true story of a delicate little girl, Leilah, working as a child prostitute on the infamous highway BR 116 in Brazil.

“With a young daughter of my own, I tried to

From let: Randal Macnair, Angie Abdou, Terry Fallis and Emma Dressler Photo by S. Cain Dean Brody’s newest album Crop Circles was released on November 5.

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be tough but when I got back to my hotel room, I broke down and cried like a baby, ” said Brody.

“I still think about Leilah all the time I find myself looking at the clock at night and wondering where she’s at, (she’s only a time zone away), and then I think about my daughter Molly and how she’s safe in her bed and how she will get to be a kid and grow up and do what little girls should be doing. And that really is what this project is all about. Giving girls a chance to be girls.”

Brody’s songwriting talent is what makes him one of the best country musicians currently in Canada. Add his beautiful voice with an acoustic guitar and he draws out emotions so the rest of us are moved to grab our dance partners or fall apart in tears. How he manages to keep singing those words without falling apart is a talent in itself.

Brody will be taking his Crop Circles and Tractor Beams tour across the country in January.

He will be playing concerts in Calgary, Lethbridge and Cranbrook in mid February.

For more information, visit www.deanbrody. com or www.deanbrodyfoundation.com. Leilah’s Song can be heard on YouTube.

By Shelby Cain Contributor

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he Fernie Heritage Library was bursting at the seams Friday night as a huge crowd came out to hear acclaimed Canadian author Terry Fallis read from his new book, Up and Down.

Fallis did not disappoint. The 2011 winner of Canada Reads for his novel The Best Laid Plans, and winner of the 2008 Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour, Fallis had the audience rolling in the aisles. With his enduring Canadian humility and dry wit to spare, Fallis regaled stories of his childhood in Canada including his avid interest in space that led him to build his own hovercraft at the age of fifteen.

A former politician, Fallis fielded questions on topics from bush planes to Senate reform without breaking stride. He spoke of being invited to do a cameo on the new show, The Best Laid Plans, based on his novel. He found himself having lunch with a character he

created while sitting in his pajamas in front of his computer. Strange, to say the least.

The miniseries will air in January on CBC. Although never having been to Fernie, Fallis was blown away by the warm welcome, regaling that even in downtown Toronto he had never drawn such a crowd.

The Teck-sponsored event was the brainchild of Angie Abdou, Emma Dressler and Randal Macnair, three Fernie citizens dedicated to bringing the literary world to Fernie. Angie Abdou went so far as to drive to Calgary and personally deliver Mr. Fallis to the library.

The event was part one of a four part series entitled ‘Booked! Fernie Writers’ Series’, bringing great Canadian authors to Fernie. The next event is on December 12 and features CBC personality Grant Lawrence, author of The Lonely End of The Rink. Check out the Fernie Heritage Library website or stop by Polar Peek Books for more information.

Kootenay-wide writing competition opens Submitted

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he gauntlet is down for this year ’s Kootenay Literary Competition (KLC). Since its beginning as a small competition for Nelson writers, it has expanded to cover the entire Kootenay region, and offers the winners substantial cash prizes.

For adults, there are three writing categories: fiction,

creative non-fiction and poetry, with cash prizes for the first and second place entries in each category. For youth, there are two age divisions (12 to 14, and 15 to 18 years old) with cash prizes for the first, second and third place winners. Submissions will be judged by a panel of writing professionals, who will provide feedback and suggestions on the winning work. All the winning entries will be published in the

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This year’s theme for older youth (15 to 18 years old) and adults is "refuge." Writers have the freedom to interpret the theme in any way they like, and approach it through any of the genre categories. Younger writers (ages 12 to 14) have a different challenge, and must incorporate a small selection of keywords into their work to qualify. Detailed rules are

about upcoming events will be available on the KLC website.

The literary competition committee has made the 2012 Anthology available for free as an ebook through the KLC website. Printed copies are also available to order. Questions about the competition can be emailed to kootenaylitcomp@ gmail.com or call Morty Mint at 250-352-7844.

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Animal Nation Halloween colouring contest winners

Animal Nation hook hip hop fans. They will be playing at the Royal this Saturday night.

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Hunter McCormick Age: 4 Lives in Fernie Attends Creative Minds Preschool.

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Rosie Pallone Age: 5 Lives in Sparwood Attends Kindergarten at Frank J. Mitchell Elementary School.

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Kyra Doehle Age: 11 Lives in Fernie Attends Grade 6 at Isabella Dicken Elelmentary School.

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Lucas Fischer Age: 6 Lives in Sparwood Attends Grade 1 at Frank J. Mitchell Elementary School.

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By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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he Ghost Bus tour of Animal Nation along with Kyprios (of Sweatshop Union), and MC Lozen will be spinning their hip hop at The Royal this Saturday night.

Animal Nation is from Whistler where The Pique News Magazine called them “the motley crew of west coast hip hop”. They combine harmonicas, guitars, drum machines, and Bacon & Eggs with turntables, sampling, banjos, and hilarity to create a hip-hop show.

Since being nominated for a Western Canadian Music Award for Best Hip-Hop Album last year, and playing sold out festivals across the country, the band has released their latest album Don't Grow Up To Be Like Us with Saskatoonian band Sly Business.

After spending the last three years touring, drinking, singing, laughing and partying together it seemed inevitable that the two bands Animal Nation and Sly Business would join forces and make an album together.

The album captures the essence of what it is to be a group of young touring musicians. Broke, deprived of proper sleep and nutrients, and absolutely loving life to the fullest.

You can get the full album stream at http:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfkjcGdE6_U .This Saturday night is your chance to see them live right here in Fernie.

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Spoiled for car and truck choice tire market to come up with his With more than 250 choices availtips, paying particular attention able to Canadians, the selection of to the booming SUV/Crossover cars and trucks can be somewhat segment. Yours truly picks some overwhelming. premium brand offerings while Today, the Driveway team hopes Alexandra spots the sporty cars to steer you in the direction you under $30,000. may want to go in this 2014 New Bob McHugh focuses on hybrid Model Preview edition. vehicles and we welcome It’s not a comprehensive list but a Ian Harwood, who lives and look at some key market segKeith Morgan breathes trucks be they utility ments, from which our featured Driveway Editor writers have each made five picks. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca vehicles, off roaders or pickups.

Okay, before you turn the Of course, that doesn’t mean you twitter.com/ChangeGears page here are some purchase shouldn’t consider any other vehipreparation tips. Fix a top-price budget and cles. The team members have picked examples if financing will be required figure out what that have caught their eye this year to help you can truly afford in monthly payments. you start the car conversation at home.

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The Canadian Choice:

compact cars and compact SUVs

Zack Spencer zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

So many cars to choose from, so few words available in this tight space!

In the run-up to 2014, I will be testing a lot of what’s new and improved.

Today, I’ll just offer you five models to consider adding to your shopping list.

2014 Mazda3 The compact car segment in Canada is the biggest by far, with over 20 percent of all vehicles sold. So, the introduction of the Mazda3 is important because it is

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2014 Toyota Corolla Continuing with the compact car theme, the Toyota Corolla is the third best selling car in Canada but Toyota believes this new model can take the overall sales crown away from the Honda Civic. This new 2014 model is made, and partly designed, right here in Canada with our needs in mind.

2014 Volkswagen Golf This new Golf will be made in Mexico along side the Beetle and Jetta sedan and will go on sale in the spring

of 2014. It is wider and longer than the last Golf but also significantly lighter and safer.

2014 Jeep Cherokee The Cherokee is back and it looks nothing like the boxy truck of old. In fact, this new, small SUV is based on the same Alfa Romeo platform used in the Dodge Dart. It is smooth and quiet and a pleasure to drive.

2014 Nissan Rogue You might notice a trend with my 2014 model choices are all compact cars or compact SUVs. This is the direction Canadians are heading when it comes to buying a new vehicle. With this in mind Nissan has an all-new Rogue compact SUV with enough room inside for three rows of seats and room for 7-passengers.

Five fun and sporty cars at the right price

By Alexandra Straub alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca

A few pocket rockets available on the market might not compete for the top power specs, but can certainly get the party started.

Ford Fiesta ST- $24,499 Ford’s newest mini powerhouse comes with a whopping 197 horsepower and 202 lb-ft of torque. It’s the same engine paired with the Focus ST, but in a smaller packaged.

Its sport infused suspension, gearbox, phenomenal handling and host of creature comforts sound good to you, it’s even better to drive.

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2014 Fiat 500L- starts at $19,995 For Fiat fans, if the 500 was too small, here’s your answer: the 500L. The longer wheelbase cutie is more practical than the pint-sized version and has more room. And two more doors!

Toyota Corolla- starts at $15,995 I did include the 2014 Toyota Corolla on my list. New styling on the inside and out makes it more desirable. The 1.8L, 4-cyinder does a bang up job of delivering 132 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque.

Kia Soul- starts at $16,995 Describing it in one word, I’d say it’s funky.

And now, the all-new soul is built on a bigger platform, increasing legroom up front and in the rear.

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Can the 2014 Toyota Tundra compete with the big boys? - This is the year to see.

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BC is truck country and there is a multitude of products to pick from whether you are weekend oddjobber or need something to haul your tools to the job site.

Today, I’ve picked five trucks to give you some place to start your search for the truck that will suit you best in 2014.

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Ghostriders keep their winning streak going

By Sara Moulton Contributor

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he Fernie Ghostriders continued their winning streak this week, with another round of back-to-back victories on Friday, November 1 and Saturday, November 2. The 4-1 result against the Golden Rockets on Saturday was the fourth win in a row for the Riders, allowing them to climb to second place on their division ladder.

Saturday’s game at the Fernie Memorial Arena began slowly, until Kale Johnston (assisted by Joel Burgess and Dylan Robertson) scored the first goal of the night with less than two minutes remaining in the first period. The second period saw much more energy from both sides, although the 507-strong crowd was again kept waiting until late in the period for another goal, this time

by Burgess from Robertson. The Rockets finally scored their first and only goal for the game in the final seconds of the second period.

The home side continued to dominate the puck throughout the third period and were able to

Standings as of November 6, 2013 DIVISION: Kootenay Conference: Eddie Mountain

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secure two more goals before the final siren. The ever-consistent Cole Keebler (assisted by Aaron Neufeld and Travis Thomsen) delivered a great shot in the final minutes of the game, before Neufeld (assisted by Keebler and Kurtis Bond) took advantage of an empty net and finalized the score in the Ghostriders’ favour.

The efforts of Neufeld are a great example of the development capacity of the club. As an assistant captain in his second year on the team, Neufeld has scored five goals and made 14 assists this season, placing him in top spot on the team for points. Just 16 games into the current season, he has already exceeded his total points from last year.

“This season, I’m in more of a leadership role and I’m getting a lot more ice time,” Neufeld explains. “I think that’s why I’ve been doing better this year.”

Neufeld was quick to praise the leadership of team captain, Ben Primeau, and has been focusing on helping his younger teammates to develop their skills.

“There’s a lot of rookies on the team right now, so I’m just trying to help out with their development.

They’re a great group of guys,” he said.

With the Ghostriders well and truly back on track for a successful season, it was the club president, Barb Anderson, who neatly summed up the strength of the team.

“Every single team that we play against had better be on their guard… you never know who’s going to be deadly on that particular night!”

The Ghostriders will play the Grand Forks Border Bruins on Friday, November 8 and the Kamloops Storm on Sunday, November 10 at the Fernie Memorial Arena. Puck drops at 7:30 pm both nights.

Ghostrider Aaron Neufeld leads the team points board after 16 games this season.

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eware: the world’s best Outlaw is on the streets of Fernie!

Emily Agate surfed her way to the title of World Champion in the Outlaw Surf division at the World Wake Surfing Championships last month. The 24-year-old Fernie resident has only been competing in the sport for two years, so it’s been a quick ascent to the top.

“It’s unbelievable,” Agate exclaimed. “It’s a life dream for sure.”

Her win in the Outlaw Surf division, which is between the Amateur and Pro ranks, means that Agate must compete with

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the Pros next year. That prospect is thrilling to the British-born surfer.

“I’m very excited about it,” she said, further explaining she will compete in the Pro Surf division, rather than the Skim, so she will not be pitted against training mate Caroline Villeneuve.

In eight of ten competitions she attended this season, Agate actually competed in the Pro Surf, and found her way to the podium every time, so she is well on her way to a Pro world title next season.

Agate will continue her training throughout the winter mostly in the gym, but with a few trips to warmer waters to keep her surfing skills up to world-class standards.

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Whitecaps FC appoint regional head coach to lead Kootenay Academy Centre

UEFA A License head coach Brett Adams leads the Whitecaps programs in the Kootenays.

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ancouver Whitecaps Football Club (FC) announced on October 2 that Brett Adams has been appointed regional head coach of the club’s Kootenay Academy Centre.

Adams is based out of Nelson and is leading soccer skill sessions in Cranbrook.

Currently there are three kids from Fernie who are travelling with their parents to attend practices. The longer-term goal is to see if there is enough interest from kids to offer skill sessions and workshops for

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coaches in the Elk Valley.

“It’s for any player in the Elk Valley,” said Adams. “I see this as long term. I’ve moved my family here from the U.K. It will be great to see the impact of this program over the next five years.”

Over the winter, weekly skills training in Cranbrook for girls 10 to 17 is every Tuesday evening, while boys’ practices are Wednesday evenings.

Adams joins Whitecaps FC after previously working with English club Notts County FC, where he spent six years coaching within the club’s youth system.

Most recently, Adams was a youth coach for Notts County, leading the club’s youth development program and producing no less than six professional players.

Adams holds a Union des Associations Européennes de Football (UEFA) coaching license and has over 10 years of youth development coaching experience in England, including time spent with English Championship Club Nottingham Forest.

“Our goal is to make B.C. a soccer hub and coach better players and have fun experiences,” said Adams. “Soccer as a whole needs more attention as people here are interested.”

“We very much appreciated our first year in the Kootenays and we learned a great deal from the experience,” said Whitecaps FC director of soccer development Dan Lenarduzzi. “When the opportunity came up to bring someone of Brett’s experience and credentials to the Kootenays, we felt it was the perfect opportunity.”

Whitecaps FC will operate the Kootenay Academy Centre as part of a regional strategy that will initially include a

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ABOUT COnsUlTATiOn On BC’s liqUOr lAws... with MLA Bill Bennett 1. The consultation on B.C.’s liquor laws – one of the most comprehensive public consultations ever done by the B.C. government – is now complete. The Liquor Policy Review, led

by Parliamentary Secretary John Yap, will now review all the submissions and make his final report to the Minister of Justice.

2. The final report will include recommendations for making common-sense, balanced changes that reflect current lifestyles, continue to grow our economy while minimizing health and public safety impacts.

3. It is expected the final report will answer many questions: Allowing craft beer and wine to be sold at farmer’s markets?

Streamlining applications for Special Occasion Licences?

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Kootenay West Prospects Academy primarily open to players from Nelson, Castlegar, and Kootenay South. A Kootenay East Skills Academy will operate out of Cranbrook and be open to eastern-based Kootenay players. While the West program will operate as the main Kootenay hub, selected players from the East Skills Academy will be given the opportunity to travel and train with the West Prospects program. As the East Skills Academy develops, it will mirror the West Prospects program.

Whitecaps FC programming in the

Kootenays is designed to provide supplementary training that supports and enhances the programs currently running through the local soccer associations including: Nelson Youth Soccer Association (NYSA), Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association (KSYSA) and Kootenay East Youth Soccer Association (KEYSA).

For more information on Whitecaps FC youth programs in the Kootenays, please contact Whitecaps FC Kootenay Regional Head Coach Brett Adams at badams@whitecapsfc.com or visit www. whitecapsfc.com.

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nly one undefeated team after three weeks of Elk Valley Super League curling as Coal Valley Motor Products edged Kal Tire 7 - 6 in an extra end.

Falkin’s Insurance was off to an early lead, that Elk Valley Bighorn Outfitters could not overcome, winning 9 - 6. Alpine Lumber scored in four consecutive ends against Rocky Mountain Driver Training 9 - 5 and A&B Liquor Store only needed six ends to defeat Sparwood Esso by a 9 - 2 score.

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Students mesmerized by Capoeira Isabella Dicken Elementary S c h o o l s t u d e n t s were recently treated to a presentation by a Brazilian music and d a n c e company.

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tudents at Isabella Dicken Elementary School (IDES) recently participated in an exciting and informative presentation by Axe Capoeira, a Brazilian music and dance company.

The presentation focused on the history of slaves in Brazil and capoeira, a hidden martial art form.

In the late 1500's, men and women from the west coast of Africa were captured by Portuguese slave traders and brought to what is now known as Brazil.

Almost immediately, they began dreaming of ways to gain their freedom and developed a martial arts style that would eventually become known as capoeira (kah-poo-AIR-ah).

In order to hide this fighting style from their masters, the African slaves combined dance, music, ritual, acrobatics and martial arts into what appeared to the slave owners to be a harmless game - a game that would eventually help the slaves gain their freedom.

While dancing, leaping, spinning and striking at each other, two players move effortlessly within a circle of people who clap and sing.

Senior’s Lifestyle Community Keeps Winter at Bay Skaters learn the Star system

Life in winter can be daunting for seniors. The cold temperatures can make the simplest of tasks much more difficult. Chores like shoveling the drive-way or picking up groceries can turn into momentous tasks. Ice and snow represent real physical dangers that can not only cause a nasty fall but also get in the way of activities outside the house. There is always the worry of a broken or failing heating system that can result in all manner of bills and troubles, adding more unnecessary stress. Combine these stresses and it may lower quality of life, causing family members endless worry.

Fortunately retirement housing at Rocky Mountain Village can provide plenty of peace of mind for both the residents and the family members, with apartments designed to take the worry out of winter.

Not only are the studio, one and two-bedroom suites appointed for comfort and independence but also include many key features to help with each resident’s individual wants and needs. Independent heat and air-conditioning controls allow them to set the apartments temperature to whatever will be most comfortable for them. Full kitchens and large wheelchair accessible bathrooms can help residents maintain their independence while weekly housekeeping services and 24-hour assistance is available for complete peace of mind.

Since the Village boasts many leisure opportunities, residents don’t have to worry about braving the harsh winter weather in search of relaxation and fun. Just outside of their front door they will find many amenities such as a games room, library, and spa, as well as many lounge areas which are certain to be filled with friendly

faces and familiar smiles. There are also special recreational and social activities such as live entertainment, exercise programs and excursions to local attractions, which are all covered in the affordable monthly rent. Also included in the rent are the delicious meals which are prepared by the onsite chef in the warm central dining room where residents can enjoy meal next to a cozy fireplace where friends and family are always welcome to join.

Rocky Mountain Village also understands just how much pets are a part of the family. Residents are encouraged to share their apartments with their companions in the totally pet friendly building.

With all of these wonderful features the Village relieves worries not only for residents but also for family members. “I had the best winter last year because I live three hours away and didn’t have to worry about my mom being alone.” said Linda Frew, whose mother is a resident at the Golden Life location in Kimberley.

“I have total peace of mind knowing there is staff on site 24 hours a day, that she has company for dinner every night, and she is being well cared for.

But most of all I have peace of mind knowing she is very happy.”

No longer should seniors have to worry about shoveling the walkway or what they’ll do should a maintenance emergency befall them. Cold weather is no reason that seniors shouldn’t be free to enjoy the many activities, freedoms, and quality of life. Rocky Mountain Village provides just that and much, much more. Open daily; call Rocky Mountain Village at (250) 423-4214 for more information or to book a tour.

By Lisa Skubovius Contributor

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eaching for the stars is only possible once you know what they’re all about.

Twenty-six figure skaters gathered in Elkford on November 3 to learn about Skate Canada’s new Star 1 to 5 performance and competition programming. This pilot program represents substantial changes to the traditional model of figure skating competitions for athletes at the beginning levels.

Based on recommendations from the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model, the Star pilot program eliminates the long-time tradition of entry-level figure skaters competing against one another.

Instead, in the first three levels, Star 1 to 3, skaters receive an individual assessment of Gold, Silver, Bronze or Merit, after performing a list of prescribed elements. In Star 4 and 5 events, which are aimed at skaters 10 years and older, the skaters compete against one another and are ranked by the judges in a way closer to the traditional system.

The East Kootenay Region’s Go for Gold clinic aimed to educate the Fernie, Kimberley, and Elkford skaters and their parents about the new Star system. The B.C. Section of Skate Canada was the first in the country to pilot the program, beginning last year. It is anticipated to be adopted across the country within the next few years.

An LTAD model has been developed for all sports in Canada with the ultimate aim of keeping more people involved in sport for their entire lives.

The music of drums and berimbau (an ancient, sacred, bow-like instrument) provide a haunting, hypnotic background for the action that is unfolding.

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a t e l y I have c o m e across some products for kids that have left me saying Shelby Cain really? The way I figure it, there can be only one reason the inventors would do this to us. These people have NO KIDS.

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Top Five Worst Inventions for Kids 1.

Glow-In-The-Dark Pajamas - If you happened to read my previous article on bedtime, you know the circus that is occurring here when I’m trying to get the kids to sleep.

So the last thing we need when we actually get the lights turned out is an entire fluorescent solar system covering my child’s body that just begs to be paraded around the room in a streak of cheers and adrenaline. Perfect.

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Life-Like Dolls– A friend bought us a new, very lifelike doll. The other day I found myself pouring water into it so that it would pee and spit-up. Which it promptly did. All over my clothes. Later that night I sprang from my bed and sprinted to the basement because I heard one of the girls crying. Yes, you guessed it. It was Little Miss Wets-Me-a-Lot. I’m sorry, but the last thing on earth I need is a toy that makes messes and cries in the night. Are you kidding me? (P.S. Thanks friend - it’s the thought that counts!)

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Energy Drink Slurpees – Come on people. Give us parents a break. Let me say that yes, they’re labeled. But guess what, not all kids helping themselves to a yummy green slurpee can read! The amount of sugar alone in a slurpee is enough to have my kids bouncing off the walls for hours, but add in the caffeine equivalent of a pot of coffee and you’re in for a crash that would rival the Christmas you tried to split three ways. Yikes.

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Children’s Bubble Bath – My girls love princesses. So for a special treat I bought this really beautiful bottle of bubble bath with princesses on it. That night we ran the bath and I poured a generous dollop of the pink, floral, magic princess soap into the water. It foamed up perfectly and the girls jumped in. They LOVED it. As I sat next to the tub enjoying their joyous giggles I glanced at the back of the bottle. The ingredient list read like a toxic chemical spill. At the bottom of the extended list of carcinogens was a warning that said prolonged exposure to the princesses may cause urinary tract infections. No. I’m not kidding.

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Little Girls Perfumery Set – Make your own perfume for three-year-olds. I don’t think I need to elaborate on this one. Remember that one time you got in that elevator? You get it.

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By Jenna Jensen Contributor

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tudents and staff at Frank J Mitchell Elementary School partied the Halloween afternoon away.

With a costume parade, prizes for trivia contests and funniest and most creative costume awards, students were full of energy and excitement.

To finish off the afternoon, students danced to creepy and cool Halloween music and then enjoyed individual classroom activities.

A general consensus determined teachers and staff were thrilled that the day after Halloween just happened to be a no school Friday.

Frank J. Mitchell Elementary School students and staff held one heck of a Halloween party.

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Flathead bats could play a role in helping Canada’s endangered bats: new study Wildsight BC

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new study concludes that B.C.’s Flathead River Valley could play an important role in understanding White Nose Syndrome, a mysterious disease that has nearly wiped out two North American bat species.

The first formal inventory of bats in the Flathead, conducted by bat biologist Dr. Cori Lausen over a four day period in June 2013, detected both species of highlyendangered bats in the Flathead: little brown myotis and northern myotis. (This is the first recording of northern myotis in southeast B.C. and it will be confirmed with a follow-up study.)

White Nose Syndrome, responsible

for the recent deaths of almost seven million North American bats, is a poorly understood fungal disease that kills bats while they hibernate. Lausen’s study, Bat Inventory of Flathead River Valley, points out that “every single mitigation and prevention strategy that has come out of research into this disease requires that the roosts used by hibernating bats be known.” Hibernacula, or large bat hibernation shelters, are commonly found in karst landscapes and are not known anywhere in B.C. “Yet the Flathead area is surrounded by karst, including the deepest cave in Canada,” says the study.

“Extensive karst in the Flathead area suggests that we may find large hibernacula, which in turn could lead to

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a greater understanding of bats across the west, and hope for helping bats survive the White Nose disease,” Lausen comments.

The study urges future inventory to fully describe bat diversity and understand the winter and summer habitats that are important to Flathead bats. It notes that an inventory is “of some urgency given the relatively rapid westward spread of the WNS fungus.”

Lausen and other bat researchers also acoustically detected a third significant bat species, the eastern red bat, an at-risk species only recently discovered in B.C. and never so far south in the province. The species was among 10 that bat researchers found or detected during the second annual Flathead BioBlitz in June 2013,

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“We’re excited that the first formal bat inventory in the Flathead could lead to a greater understanding of how to help these endangered bats survive,” said Wildsight Executive Director John Bergenske.

“These results underscore the biological importance of B.C.’s Flathead and the urgent need to protect it permanently,” said Sarah Cox, Senior Conservation Manager for the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative (Y2Y). “We’ve long known that the Flathead is a place of global significance for large mammals, and now we know it’s very important for bats as well.”

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL WINTER SHUTTLE SERVICE ISSUE DATE: November 4, 2013 Original and one copy of a Proposal in an envelope plainly marked “Proposal for Winter Shuttle Service” to be received at the office of Tourism Fernie, 542 – 2rd Avenue, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 up to 4:00 p.m. local time on the closing date.

CLOSING DATE: November 15, 2013 at 4:00 PM LOCAL TIME Please contact Corien Sieders at the Tourism Fernie office for more details.

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The Initiation Timbit hockey players wore their new hockey jerseys donated by Fernie Tim Hortons. Back row: Trevor Dunbarassistant coach, Kevin Marasco-coach, Pierre Pelletier and Kristine Hovind-Pelletier-sponsors and Mike Sotski-assistant coach.

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he Initiation Timbits players wore their new ‘Little Ghostriders’ jerseys to ice hockey practice. The jerseys were donated by Pierre Pelletier and Kristine HovindPelletier, owners of the Tim Hortons in Fernie.

Initiation hockey is an instructional “learn hockey” program

focusing on all hockey fundamentals including skating, puck handling, balance, passing, shooting, and fun for kids. A mixture of boys and girls ages five and six have been practicing since mid September. There are two teams as 29 children are in the league. The league plays against other hockey teams in Sparwood, Elkford and the Crowsnest Pass. The kids come from various communities between Wardner and Hosmer.

Jagged places at Doberman Nationals

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he 2013 Doberman Nationals held in Pomona, California were absolutely spectacular according to Jagged and Denise McKay (and Spanx as support crew) who got to enjoy beautiful Los Angeles while competing in American Kennel Club Agility.

“Our entire trip was amazing

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including training with Craig French on the way down (and back) in Oregon,” said MacKay. “Fabulous weather for the full eight days, friends who share the love of this incredible breed and too many fabulous memories to count.”

In spite of an injury due to a chute that was tangled in Helena, Montana the weekend before going to California, Jagged still gave her all.

“She always does!” said McKay. “Several chiropractic adjustments and antiinflammatories kept my little girl running and doing her best to please me. She had the

winning Time 2 Beat run on Sunday and we were fortunate enough to be invited to run in the ‘Weave Pole Knockout Challenge’ during the Top 20 event on Tuesday night.”

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ELKFORD - 3 bdrm, jacuzzi & central vac. Utilities inc. No pets. No smoking.Available immediately. $1950/month.

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2012, 650 Kawasaki Brute Force Quad 4X4 with 3000 lbs winch & 50” swisher snow blade, 40 hrs on Quad $8000. 2012 Beachcomber 6-person hot tub & cable $5000. 1 hp floor model drill press $200. 2010 Ford F-150 XTR super crew cab, 39,000km, many extras, $24,000. NHL Budweiser beer fridge $100. Call 250425-0053.

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12 AWG SJT power cord, 25 AMP rated breaker. Excellent condition. 1206 total minutes on bed. Full size. Call 250425-5218.

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Michel-Natal Memories “TIMES TO REMEMBER” New copies 222 pages, photos & text Great gift. $40 shipped.

Arlene Gaal 250-765-9960 email: gaala1035@aol.com STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca STEEL BUILDING - The great super sale! 20x20 $4,070.

25x26 $4,879. 30x32 $6,695.

32x40 $8,374. 35x38 $9,540.

40x50 $12,900. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. Or visit us online at: www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins etc 778-281-0030

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ALPINE COURT Spacious NEW apartments 1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)-month 2 & 3 Bdrm- $850 (& up)- month Includes heat, lights, & hot water

250-865-2722 Well kept 2 bedroom Condo for rent in Sparwood Heights Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer/dryer, storage area, use of exercise room & sauna. No Smoking, No Pets.

Available Nov. 15th $900 furnished Plus utilities. Heat included.

Call 250-423-3598 or 250-423-1224 Quattrin Manor, 352-6A Ave, Fernie. 2 bed and 1 bed apartment. No pets. No smoking.

Includes heat and hot water.

Long term tenants. Please call 250-423-4245

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FERNIE - 4 bdrm house.

Fridge, stove, hydro & heat inc. Carport, sundeck & laundry stall. No pets. No smoking. $1800/mon. Call 250-423-3216.

Kimberley Townsite Newly renovated - PAINT, FLOORING, WINDOWS & FURNACE. 3 bdrm, 1 bath, carport. Close to schools & parks. $900/mth.

Call 250-423-7248 SPARWOOD, 2-storey, 3bdrm townhouse for rent w/full basement, close to school & rec centre. (250)425-4448 primeprop@mymts.net

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the Estate of Rosina Marie Galla, also known as Rosina Galla, Rose Marie Galla and Rose Galla, deceased, formerly of 55 Cokato Road, Fernie, BC, V0B 1M0, who died on January 9, 2013, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Administrator at Suite 1201 – 510 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1L8, on or before November 28, 2013 after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

Solus Trust Company Limited, Administrator

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College of the Rockies

Request for Proposal The College of the Rockies invites tenders for:

Snow Clearing/Removal And Ice Control Fernie Campus Sealed tenders, clearly marked "Snow Clearing/Removal and Ice Control - Fernie Campus" will be received until 12:00 noon local time, Friday, November 15, 2013 at the oI¿ce oI: Campus Manager College of the Rockies PO Box 1770, 342 3rd Avenue Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Phone: 250-423-4691 7ender dRcuments and sSeci¿catiRns will be available tR interested contractors at the Fernie Campus.

A mandatory site visit for all interested contractors must be completed prior to November 14, 2013 (4:30 pm local time at the College of the Rockies Fernie Campus.

The College of the Rockies reserves the right to waive informalities in, or reject any or all tenders, or accept the tender deemed most favourable in the interest of the College of the Rockies. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

For further information please contact: Anita Palmer, Campus Manager PO Box 1770, 342 3rd Avenue Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Ph: 250-423-4691

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1-250-865-7676 SPARWOOD 1 condo available. 2 bdrm, $850/month Call 250-425-5432.

SPARWOOD - 2 condos available. 2 bdrm, 2 bath, unfurnished in newer complex.

Inc. fridge, stove, d/w & in-suite washer & dryer. $1150-$1250/month. Call 250425-5432.

Sparwood Heights Condo for rent, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, fully furnished.

Call 250-9101227 or 250-423-9144

Duplex / 4 Plex SPARWOOD - 1/2 duplex, 3 bdrm, $1000. Call 250-4255432.

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Furnished & unfurnished properties available for rent in Sparwood & Elkford. Call Lindsay 250-425-1180 or

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2005 Ford 1 Ton 4X4 c/w cargo tool canopy & pull-out extension tray. Gas engine, 174,000km, $8400. Call 250423-7901 or 250-278-7901.

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SPARWOOD, ELKFORD & FERNIE - Furnished & unfurnished rentals available.

Contact Tammie Davy at 250-425-2968 or apply on line: elkvalleylistings.ca.

Modular Homes SPARWOOD - mobile homes for rent. Two: 3 bdrm, 2 bath & one: 3 bdrm, 1 bath. $850$1000. Call Rick 250-425-5432.

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anada’s veterans have served this country with distinction.

Their willingness to defend democracy, freedom and the rule of law, sets them apart as the very best our country has to offer.

This Remembrance Day, I hope you will join me in commemorating the bravery and sacrifice of veterans who fought in WWI, WWII, the Korean War, on peacekeeping missions and in Afghanistan.

I will have the honour of attending Remembrance Day ceremonies in Sparwood this year. I would especially like to recognize my son M\Cpl. Matthew Wilks (1CER) for his contributions to Canada’s efforts in Afghanistan. He served in Afghanistan from November 2010 to July 2011 and will be joining me in Sparwood on November 11. During Veterans Week I will be travelling throughout the constituency and on November 12 I will be speaking with students in Sparwood.

Our Government was proud to designate 2013 the year of the Korean War Veteran.

We proudly remember the heroes of the Korean War and their brave fight to uphold freedom, democracy and the rule of law. In summer 2013, our government participated in ceremonies across Canada marking the 60th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice and the first annual Korean War Veterans Day, a national day of recognition enshrined in law by the our Government.

We also recently unveiled a new Canadian monument in the Republic of Korea dedicated to the Canadians Armed Forces personnel who fought during the war.

And finally, to the men and women of our Armed Forces: on behalf of myself, my family, and the residents of Kootenay Columbia, we thank you for your service.

Their determination in the face of adversity will never be forgotten and we are forever in their debt.

Honour and remember veterans. Each year, Canada marks Veterans’ Week from November 5 to 11. This year, the campaign challenges you to “Show You Remember.”

Through the use of advertising and social media networks, Veterans Affairs Canada is encouraging Canadians to participate in remembrance activities online and in person with their family, friends and community.

Using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, Canadians can show they remember by posting photos, videos and messages using the hashtags #ShowYouRemember and #ShowYourThanks.

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or the second time since its inception, The Fernie Academy (TFA) has hosted a group of exchange students from Germany. On September 29, accompanied by their teachers Martin Keller and Hauke Bestmann, 23 German students flew over from Bad Krozingen, a small town in the Black Forest. The students stayed for more than two weeks with TFA host

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families in Fernie and the surrounding area and attended school almost every day.

The German group toured the City of Fernie and went on fieldtrips to Frank Slide, Waterton, and Fort Steele.

Between Pincher Creek and Waterton they overnighted at The Great Canadian Barn Dance, a fantastic venue featuring hearty homemade food, dancing, as well as camping out overnight on a

barn floor. A fun volleyball tournament comprised of mixed teams of Canadians and Europeans was held on Saturday, and all German students could be found volunteering with their Academy counterparts at The Fernie Half Marathon Sunday morning.

TFA students will travel to Germany in late April 2014 where they will be hosted by the families of these same students for just over two weeks.

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November 9th at the Fernie Community Centre FEATURING THIS YEARS BEST SKI AND BOARD FILMS

A fundraiser for the Canadian Ski Patrol System Tickets include all 3 shows - $20 for adults, $10 for kids, at local retailers and the FAST Gear Swap. Win great prizes including ski vacations, snowcat skiing, and down jackets, skis and boards from presenting retailers! Refreshments, pizza and popcorn served!

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ring on the biggest launch to the snow season with the Fernie Ski and Board Film Fest! This year’s best ski and board films will be presented at the Fernie Community Centre on November 9 starting at 6:30 pm.

As in past years you can expect more than a few films on a big screen with professional sound. The evening will include great prizes including cat skiing, vacations, skis, boards, down jackets and more. And, we will celebrate the coming snow and honour the Griz with a party. Fernie Brewing will be pouring a selection of their latest great brews and the Loaf will be serving fresh pizza.

Also expect a collection of local resorts updating their status and retailers exhibiting their goods, as well as the latest news from the Canadian Avalanche Association.

The first film is the Sherpas newest film Into The Mind.

With stunning cinematography and groundbreaking storytelling techniques, the Sherpas blur the lines between dream state and reality, and immerse you into the mind of a common skier as he attempts to climb and ski the ultimate mountain.

Innovative athlete segments are actually a glimpse into his dreamscape, each one harboring messages that help inform our hero’s current, reallife choices. As you experience the majesty of Alaska, Bolivia, the Himalayas and beyond, Into the Mind paints a philosophical portrait of human kind.

The second film is the new documentary, McConkey, that frames Shane McConkey’s life as a skier and effusive personality around scenes before his death in Italy. It was a life lived in the mountains

and one that inspired countless fans. “It feels,” said one after Shane’s crash, “like Superman died.” Powder magazine called him the most influential skier ever.

Jake Blauvelt’s Naturally is our final film and it’s all snowboarding! It’s a movie, a way of looking at the backcountry, and it’s a little how Jake Blauvelt leads his life, with fun and personal expression as the principle keys to happiness.

Here is this year’s line-up of epic films times to stoke your winter: Saturday, November 9 – Fernie Community Centre 6:30 pm – Sherpas Into the Mind, presented by The Guides Hut 8:30 pm – MSP’s McConkey,

671 Second Ave Fernie 250.423.3650

presented by Gear Hub 10:30 pm – Jake Blauvelt Naturally, presented by Commit & Edge of the World

Tickets cost $20 for adults and $10 for kids for all three shows and are available at the following retailers: Commit, Edge of the World, Gear Hub the Guides Hut, and at the door.

Without our supporting sponsors this fundraising event would not be possible: Teck, Fernie Real Estate, Fernie Alpine Resort, SnoDay Skis, Park Place Lodge, Fernie Brewing, Loaf Bakery and Restaurant, The Free Press, Whitefish Resort, Fernie Lodging Company, FWA Powder Catskiing, Great Northern Powder Guides, and Island Lake Catskiing.

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Elk Valley Water Quality Plan Consultation Open Houses Teck is working with communities, First Nations and governments to create an Elk Valley Water Quality Plan that will maintain the health of the watershed and support continued, sustainable mining in the Elk Valley.

We Want to Hear From You The objective of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan is to stabilize and reverse the increasing trend of selenium and other substances related to mining activity in the watershed.

The process to develop the plan will include three formal public consultation periods, with the first period taking place from October 28 to November 29. Further public consultation periods will take place in 2014.

We are asking for your feedback on the framework we are using to develop the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan. Your input during this public consultation period is an important part of the development of the Plan. More information and an online feedback form are available at www.teck.com/ElkValley

Consultation Open Houses: You are invited to learn more, provide your input and ask questions at a public open house in your community: Elkford Community Conference Centre 750 Fording Drive November 12, 2013 4:30-8:30 p.m.

Sparwood Senior Citizen’s Drop-In Centre 101 4th Avenue November 13, 2013 4:30-8:30 p.m.

Fernie Senior Citizen’s Drop-In Centre 562 3rd Avenue November 14, 2013 4:30-8:30 p.m.

A presentation will begin at 7 p.m. for each open house, followed by a question and answer session.

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REMEMBRANCE DAY

Remembrance Day services Monday, November 11, 2013 Royal Canadian Legion Branch #36, Fernie

Remembrance Day Parade 10:30 am Parade forms up at the Legion 10:40 am Parade marches to the Cenotaph 10:55 am Cenotaph Service begins 11:00 am 2 minute Wave of Silence begins 11:20 am Parade forms up again and marches back to the Legion.

An Ecumenical service will follow in the Legion Hall.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #81, Sparwood

10:00 am Service at the Senior Citizens Drop in Centre

Parade formation after service 10:40 am Parade to the Cenotaph After parade Youth and adults invited to meet at the Legion

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10:00 am Service at the Elkford Alliance Church 10:45 pm Parade to the Cenotaph 11:00 am Cenotaph Service

salutes our veterans

The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #36 promotes the nationwide Two Minute Wave of Silence.

It encourages members of the community at 11:00 am to stop what they are doing (where safety and practicality permit) and observe the silence for two full minutes.

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Facts on Remembrance Day Free Press files

• Remembrance Day commemorates Canadians who died in service to Canada from the South African War to current missions. It is held every November 11.

• The first Remembrance Day was conducted in 1919 throughout the Commonwealth. Originally called Armistice Day, it commemorated the end of the First World War on Monday, November 11, 1918, at 11 a.m.: the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.

• From 1923 to 1931, Armistice Day was held on the Monday of the week in which

November 11 fell. Thanksgiving was also celebrated on this day.

• In 1931, MP Allan Neill introduced a bill to hold Armistice Day on a fixed day - November 11. During the bill's introduction, it was decided the word "Remembrance" would be used instead of "Armistice." The bill passed and Remembrance Day was first conducted on November 11, 1931. Thanksgiving Day was moved to October 12 that year.

• The poppy is the symbol of Remembrance Day. Replica poppies are sold by the Royal Canadian Legion to raise money for Veterans.

Remembrance Day celebrated around the Valley Elkford

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Remembrance Day Services Monday, November 11

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Come out and honour our veterans

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Royal Canadian Legion Branch #81 10:00 a.m. Church Service, Seniors drop-in centre at 101 Pine Avenue 10:45 a.m. Parade formation after service 10:55 a.m. Cenotaph Ceremony, march back to the seniors drop-in centre, hot chocolate for the participating youth. A hot meal at Michel-Natal Branch 81, 117 Centennial Square.

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Remembering those who sacrificed for our freedom

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REMEMBRANCE DAY

Harold Travis S.S.M. & Bar: C.D. & Bar:

Harold Travis served from November 19th, 1949 until July 11th, 1972. Plus seven years in the reserves.

He started as an armourer, commissioned from ranks in 1952 and studied as a Navigator; he ceased training (released) and re-enlisted in 1955 as a flight engineer.

Harold flew DC 3's, Albatross, Buffalo, Argus and many others.

Served in Bermuda, Belize, The Golem Heights, Britain, Ireland, France and Germany.

Also Gibraltar, Cyprus and of course Canada's north country. Comox, Trenton, Winnipeg, Greenwood and Halifax.

He recently passed his 85th birthday, and is looking forward to many more.

Bernie N Kabel

Bernie Kabel was born June 12, 1934 in McCreary, Manitoba.

He enlisted November 1953 and Retired after 25 years on December 4, 1978 from PPCLI, Shilo Manitoba.

Bernie Kabel Now resides in Fernie at Rocky Mountain Village.

Master Corporal Jeff Rygaard

Aaron Kozler

Master Corporal Jeff Rygaard has currently served four years service.

He is based in Shilo Manitoba. Jeff Rygaard just came back from Afghanistan.

He graduated from Fernie Secondary Jeff Rygaard is married and has a little girl.

Aaron Kozler is currently based in Gagetown New Brunswick serving with the Royal Canadian Regiment 2nd Battalion and is a hometown boy from Sparwood B.C. He joined the military in 2008. He completed one tour in Afghanistan in 2010. He is the son of Scott Kozler of Sparwood B.C. and Cheryl Oczkowski of Coleman AB.

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A Soldier’s Prayer

he following verse was written on the back of a cigarette carton by a soldier shortly before he was killed on the field of battle in World War I, and found by a stretcher-bearer

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Lest We Forget

Look, God, I have never spoken to You, But now I want to say, “How do You do?”

You see, God, they told me You didn’t exist, And like a fool, I believed all this.

Last night from a shellhole I saw Your sky.

I realized right then they’d told me a lie.

Had I taken the time to see things You’ve made, I’d have known they weren’t calling a spade a spade.

I wonder, God, if You’d shake my hand?

Somehow I feel You would understand.

Funny I had to come to this hellish place Before I had time to see Your face.

I suppose there isn’t much more to say.

But i’m glad, God, I met You today.

I guess “Zero Hour” will soon be here.

But I’m not afraid, since I know You are near.

The signal: Well, God, I’ll have to go.

I like You a lot, and I want You to know.

Look now, this will be a horrible fight.

Who knows? I may come to Your home tonight.

Though I wasn’t friendly to You before, I wonder, God, if You’ll wait at Your door?

It’s not a matter of worry or tears; I just wish I had known You all these years.

Well, I have to go now, God. Goodbye.

Strange- since I met You, I’m not afraid to die.

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Remembrance Day 2013 Teachers and students will be honouring sacrifices of the past and working for peace in the future.

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A message from the Fernie District Teachers’ Association

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REMEMBRANCE DAY

From generation to generation may we always remember those who served and continue to serve.

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Thank you to all those who have made sacrafices for this country; never forget.

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REMEMBRANCE DAY

Fernie's Honour Roll (as it appears on the Fernie Cenotaph) WWI

J.C. Deed David Logan Frank Townsend Frank Herron Adam Howieson Andrew Cameron Garfield Mitchell James Scott J.J. Hixon T.J. Smith L. Tebo Thomas Wakelem John F. Annan G. Chedgy Joe Dingsdale Robert Connell William Fitzgerald Walter Harrison William Forsyth T.S. Ingram Pete Kennedy Harry James Thomas Martin Jock Kellog James Hixon Harry S. Branch John Myers N. Alke William Prince William McArthur Harry Zuince Hugh McLarkey Leonard Richardson Thomas Sowers Nathan Riley James Steele James Harrison Norman McBean J. Steele Robert J. Black John B. Cartmell Joseph Fearon James Corrigan Robert Forsyth James Gorrie Kenneth C. Carson R.R. Henning

Angus Dunlap Charles Hunnable Thomas Martin Stewart G. Corsan Joseph Leyland Peter Joinson Hector Murray Murdock McKay Thomas Shields Pasquale Perri William Peet Holden D. Stewart William Richardson William Wilson J.J. Martin Sam Poxon Charles Young Richard Strain John Anderson Thomas Dixon J.M. Murphy Arthur Slade Earnest Wilson George Evans John T. Dixon Jock Anderson John Appleby T.W. Stephens Cecil Holmes William McGuire Arthur Hopwood John Bough T.A. Fitzgerald James Corrigan Peter Green Sydney McHugh Alex Bunch William Phillips Thomas Wood F.M. Whitlow Charles Clarke Thomas Phillips James Raven John Gaskell A.G. Smith William Grant

WWII

Ronald Brewer Frank Corrigan Thomas FitzPatrick Paul Frayne William Gill James Howell Leslie Hunter Frank Ingram Peter Kane William Klauer William Mahoney Jack McCluskey James McLean Peter Stefik John Swope Alex Swiderski Frank Townsley Earl VanBuskirk Dean Washburn Fred Worth

Korea 1950-1953 Vincent Liska

“Lest We Forget Erected to perpetuate our honoured dead and those who carried on in the Great War from Fernie and District.”

This saying is found on the Cenotaph in Fernie, which was erected on Victoria Day- May 24, 1923. The Cenotaph is still standing tall today in front of the Courthouse in Fernie.

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Red and white poppies

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earing a red poppy for Remembrance Day on November 11 has been a tradition in this country for 90 years now.

The white poppy, dating from 1933, has recently resurfaced, however. It is a way to remember the civilian victims of war. The two complement each other: the red for those who died for their country, the white for the hope of peace.

Did you know that behind these poppy campaigns, both past and present, are some very committed women? The adoption of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance has international origins. The first person to use it in this way was Mrs. Moina Michael, a staff member of the American Overseas YMCA, during the last year of the First World War. In April 1920 she led a stirring campaign to have the poppy recognized as the official symbol of remembrance by the American Legion. At the same time, Mrs. Anna Guérin, from France, became an ardent defender of the poppy as the symbol that would help all citizens remember those who died in the war.

The efforts of these two ladies were not in vain. The first “poppy day” was held on November 11, 1921, in France as well as in Commonwealth countries.

Ninety years later, the poppy is still a reminder to us all. But we mustn’t forget that on November 11, 1933, the Women’s Cooperative Guild in the United Kingdom launched the white Guardian First poppy campaign, Aid Service LTD symbolizing the will Phone: 250-865-2650 Cell: 250-425-5946 to work towards Fax: 250-865-2652 creating a world Email: guard1fa@telus.net without violence, to resolve conflicts peacefully, and to remember civilian victims of war.

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(Celebrating 115 years of serving the Elk Valley.)

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

We are one of the oldest newspapers in Canada.

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

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

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