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Influencing the 4.37% tax increase for 2014 are several factors, including the 1% dedicated Road Improvement Tax, the ¾% contribution to the Recapitalization Reserve, a 3.5% increase in the RCMP contract, negotiated staff wage increases, and increased costs to materials and outside contractors.

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Province’s teachers gearing up to take strike vote next week

By Tom Fletcher

B.C. teachers will vote on another mandate to strike March 4-6, B.C. Teachers’ Federation president Jim Iker said Tuesday.

“Unreasonable proposals” from the province’s negotiating team include wage increases lower than what other public sector unions have received, and a continued refusal to put class size and special needs support limits back into the contract,

Iker told a news conference in Vancouver.

Education Minister Peter Fassbender said wage negotiations “have to start somewhere” and after a year of bargaining, the BCTF has yet to present a wage demand.

He declined to provide specifics of the government offer, but said classroom conditions are on the negotiating table.

“Clearly we’re at the table with class size and composition,”

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Our negotiators presented a package of proposals. We are still waiting to see the full proposal, including the wages, from the BCTF,”

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Fassbender said. “Our negotiators presented a package of proposals.

We are still waiting to see the full proposal, including the wages,

from the BCTF.” Iker confirmed the union has not yet made a wage proposal, after a year of negotiations to replace a contract that

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The union described the government’s offer as a 0.5 per cent increase on ratification, not retroactive to the past year, making three years with no increase.

“The proposal is followed by another zero for 2014-15 school year and then various ones and point fives over the next four years,” the BCTF said in a statement.

Iker said any strike action would be phased in, and would not immediately include forcing teachers to stop extra-curricular volunteer work, withholding report cards or walking off the job.

Peter Cameron, appointed last year as chief negotiator for B.C.’s 60 school boards, said Tuesday he is surprised the union is going to a strike vote without tabling its complete position.

There have been hints at the bargaining table that the BCTF has an “extreme” wage demand, he said.

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BCTF has characterized the public school system as being in “free fall,” when in fact completion rates have improved over the 12 years when class size and support have been in dispute.

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“The graduation rate for special needs kids, for aboriginal kids, has gone up dramatically since 2001,” Cameron said.

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B.C. local government terms are set to increase to four years next fall.

Oakes said the change comes after the Union of B.C. Municipalities supported it at their convention last September.

The issue has been debated many times and has been divisive over the years, with some Pink Highlights rural politicians arguing against extending the commitment for jobs with little pay.

Oakes, who served two terms on Quesnel city council before being elected to the B.C. legislature last year, Photo submitted said she had her own Community, Sport and Cultural Development doubts about it when it was debated during that Minister Coralee Oakes.

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such as infrastructure improvements,” Oakes said. “It provides opportunities for local government officials to understand their projects and to carry them through.”

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mean the next municipal election would be held in 2018, on a schedule that follows provincial elections by one year.

Oakes said there was no intent to avoid having both elections at the

same time, and she is acting in response to the UBCM’s vote to go ahead.

Asked if the legislation would include a “Rob Ford clause” to remove politicians who misbe-

have while in office, Oakes said the ministry is examining changes to the oath of office to “provide more tools” to deal with such situations.

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Grizzly bear hunt isn’t going away BC Views

by Tom Fletcher

A little-noticed protest tent sprouted up on the rain-soaked B.C. legislature grounds earlier this month.

Green Party MLA Andrew Weaver spoke, asking whether B.C. residents would tolerate trophy hunting of killer whales. That would be a federal matter, but the point is vividly made about the onset of B.C.’s traditional spring grizzly bear hunt.

It’s bigger this year, with Kootenay and Chilcotin wildlife management regions reopened after closures were enacted to preserve grizzly populations. In all, more than 1,000 grizzly bears are up for grabs. As with limited-entry hunts for deer and other animals, only about a third of those hunts are successful in an average year.

The rally was sponsored by the Coastal First Nations Great Bear Initiative, the

partnership with U.S.directed environment groups Sierra Club, Greenpeace and ForestEthics that has become so influential in B.C. affairs. It produced a survey showing that 88 per cent of B.C. residents oppose trophy hunting, and its California experts calculate a 10-fold increase in value when bear hunting gives way to bear watching.

The Raincoast Conservation Society has bought up half a dozen guiding territories on the remote B.C. coast. Combined with government restrictions, more than half the coast is now off limits to bear hunting. Naturally, activists want the whole province shut down.

Wildlife management is the responsibility of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson. He’s heard plenty from all sides and he maintains that bear watching and

bear hunting will continue to coexist in B.C. Thomson has just introduced legislation to permit hunting guide territories to be operated by corporations as well as individuals.

This is a long-sought change, allowing First Nations companies and others access to bank loans to expand the industry.

Non-resident hunters are required to hire a licensed guide-outfitter.

Resident hunters pay $32 for a one-year hunting licence and $80 for a grizzly bear tag. NonCanadians pay $180 for the licence and $1,030 for a chance at a grizzly.

Hunting in general is making a comeback in B.C. Ministry data show hunting licenses had declined to 85,633 in 2006, but recovered to reach 97,828 by 2013.

Thomson credits the work of the B.C. Wildlife Federation, which runs hunter training courses. Another program, Becoming an

Outdoor Woman, has helped revive hunting and camping as a family activity, he said.

Growing up hunting in northeastern B.C., I was taught not to shoot anything I’m not prepared to eat. I also remember the struggles to protect caribou and other endangered prey species that at one time had B.C. biologists resorting to shooting wolves from helicopters.

The reopening of grizzly bear territories is marketed to urban residents as a horrible crime against nature.

In fact, it’s a sign of increasing population.

Problems in B.C. wildlife these days include the fragile mountain caribou herds of the Kootenays, which have been subject to intensive management including relocation of animals.

The ministry has also begun a five-year study of declining moose populations across a vast area of the Interior subject to salvage log-

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The grizzly bear hunt is larger in the province this year with the reopening of the Kootenay and Chilcotin regions. ging in the wake of the pine beetle epidemic.

Vancouver media recently highlighted a grizzly hunt by NHL journeyman Clayton Stoner. Typically, U.S. enviros promoted the deceased bear by name,

“Cheeky,” and photos showed its carcass stripped to the skeleton by scavengers after Stoner left with the hide, paws and head.

They don’t mention that the same fate awaits animals that die

of starvation or other natural causes, which increase when animals overpopulate. As with many B.C. issues, there’s a cartoon version sold to impressionable city dwellers, and then there’s the truth.

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College of the Rockies’ International Week 2014 will take place March 3 to 7 at the College’s main Cranbrook campus. The public is welcome to come up to meet our international students and to view cultural displays from 11:30am – 1pm. Special events and performances will take place at 1pm each day and the cafeteria, operated by Pita Wrapbit, will feature a special international lunch menu for the week. Pictured (l-r): Naomi Karanja and Esther Wamuyu from Kenya proudly present information about their culture during last year’s International Week festivities.

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Flood related projects continue to take centre stage in Elk Valley Submitted

The RDEK continues to deal with the aftermath of the Elk River flooding last summer and is currently focusing on a dirt berm project in the Cokato Road area.

“Staff are working with a private landowner in the Hill Road area to get approvals to construct a dirt berm on their property,” explains RDEK Area A Director Mike Sosnowski. “The berm will be set back from the river and will provide some protection in the event we experience high water again.”

If approved by the landowner, work could be underway within the next few weeks.

The RDEK has allocated funding for the project from Area A’s portion of the Elk Valley Mine Tax Sharing Funds. “I’m happy that we are able to get this project done and provide some protection along that bank for those residents, but it’s another example where we’d like to be able

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The only solution we have is to create a new service that would be specifically aimed at flood mitigation and control,”

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to do more and can’t due to the fact that we have no ability to raise money for projects like these,” says Sosnowski.

“What really needs to happen in the long-term is some diking built to Provincial specifications and bank protection, but the way things currently stand, there’s no way to make that happen. The berm is the next best option.”

Sosnowski says since last summer, situations like the one on Cokato Road and across the entire Elk Valley have highlighted the need to find a way to fund flood related projects and be in a position to have one-third funding ready when Federal/Provincial

infrastructure programs, which cover two-thirds of project costs, are announced. “Under the Local Government Act, regional districts are very restricted in how they can raise and spend money. The only solution we have is to create a new service that would be specifically aimed at flood mitigation and control.”

The RDEK Board has now directed staff to begin the process of establishing an Area A Flood Control Service.

“Staff will put together information on what the proposed service could look like and we will take it out to the residents and property owners to see what they

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be an elector assent process to determine if the new service will happen. We are still in the very early stages and

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The City of Cranbrook is accepting applications for the Sustainable Community Builder Award given annually to an individual, group, club, agency or society that has contributed to the social, arts/cultural, economic and/or environmental sustainability of Cranbrook.

Send Applications to: Cranbrook City Hall, Attention: Bernice Reed (reed@cranbrook.ca) 40 – 10th Avenue South Cranbrook, BC V1C 2M8 Deadline for applications is Wednesday April 30, 2014 See www.cranbrook.ca or www.cranbrookcf.ca for award eligibility and applications.

2014 WATER, SEWER AND SOLID WASTE UTILITY ACCOUNTS

A discount of 5% will be granted on all 2014 Utility Accounts paid for the year and received at City Hall on or before February 28, 2014.

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Hop on Pop Games, Green Eggs and Ham, & The Cat in the Hat will all be featured in the Western Financial Place Aquatic Centre pool on Sunday March 2, 2014 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Special Event Prices in effect (Grade 5 passes not valid for special events).

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A public education campaign about ‘Living with Urban Deer’ is one of several recommendations made by the Urban Deer Management Advisory Committee and endorsed by City Council. This brochure is designed to help ensure public safety by reducing the potential of dangerous encounters with urban deer. Pick up your copy at City Hall or download one from our website today!

Council Meeting Rebroadcast – Date Change

Please note the usual Council meeting rebroadcast scheduled for Tuesday March 4, 2014 has been pre-empted due to SHAW broadcasting a WHL game. This Council meeting will now be broadcast on Wednesday March 5, 2014 at 6:00pm. The City of Cranbrook and SHAW apologize for any inconvenience.

Cemetery Bylaw

Under this bylaw, no grave space in any section of the Cemetery, including the Westlawn Mausoleum/Columbarium and the Serenity Garden Columbarium shall be adorned, except for the placement of flowers, wreaths or floral offerings. The Caretaker may remove and dispose of any Adornment placed in contravention of this bylaw. Visit our website and click on ‘Bylaws’ for more on all of our City bylaws.

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2. Even with the tough times, we managed to find $12 million for the EK Regional Hospital’s new ICU, $2.4 billion more to invest in healthcare, $146 million for the Early Childhood Tax Credit, $243 million for Community Living BC and $2.3 billion for skills training facilities.

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(From left) Cranbrook Mayor Wayne Stetski, Columbia Kootenay MP David Wilks, CBT’s Jennifer Krotz, and CCT VP Don Montgomery at the newly renovated Studio/Stage Door.

Submitted C r a n b r o o k Community Theatre (CCT) is proud to announce the Studio lobby renovation projects are complete.

With funding totaling $35,800 from the Government of Canada’s Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund, the lobby of the historic Studio/Stage Door building was renovated and retrofitted.

“Our Government is pleased to support improvements to the Cranbrook Community Theatre,” said David Wilks, Member of Parliament for Kootenay— Columbia, on behalf of the Honorable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for

Western Economic Diversification.

“The Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund has benefited Canadian families and communities, helping to support job creation, boosting economic activity, as well as creating safe and accessible community infrastructure facilities for years to come.”

The work included: new windows, insulation, doors, and flooring, but the biggest improvement was washroom upgrading.

The upgrading doubled the size of both bathrooms and has made them wheelchair accessible. The addition of these bathrooms is the second phase of CCT’s accessibility project, which started with the

installation of stair glides in the fall of 2011.

“I’d like to thank Minister Michelle Rempel, MP David Wilks, and the Government of Canada for believing in this project,” said Peter Schalk, Project Manager. “Thanks as well go out to general contractor Kevin Leiman of Leiman Homes, who went above and beyond to ensure the project met not only our needs but kept with the heritage aspects of the building.”

While work was being done on the inside of the building, the City of Cranbrook replaced the roof on the building. “ C r a n b r o o k Community Theatre

is thankful to the City for taking care of the roof,” said CCT President Lorraine Harvey. “We are very fortunate to have such a positive relationship with the Mayor, council, and city staff who appreciate the work it takes to keep this heritage building in good shape.”

With additional funding from the Columbia Basin Trust Fund (CBT), the CCT has been able to add new gutters and downspouts to the new roof. The remainder of the monies from the CBT went into the third phase of the CCT’s project, the main entrance and the upper lobby.

The main entrance has been retrofitted with energy efficient doors and windows.

Also, new carpeting has been installed on the stairs and in the main lobby upstairs.

The cost for the entire project totaled over $100,000.

Originally built in 1909 as a Masonic Temple, the building was put up for sale in 1973. CCT lobbied the City of Cranbrook to purchase the building, which the Mayor and council at the time had the foresight to do.

The City then turned the building over to the Cranbrook Community Theatre Society. This year marks the 40th anniversary of CCT’s stewardship of the building.

Still time to nominate the Volunteer of the Year Submitted The nomination deadline is approaching for the RDEK’s Electoral Area Volunteer of the Year Awards and there is still time to nominate an outstanding volunteer.

“It’s really important to us to be able to recognize the volunteers who make such a big difference in our rural communities and I encourage anyone who knows a special volunteer to consider nominating

them,” says RDEK Communications Manager Loree Duczek. “The nomination process is very simple. Forms can be done on line, mailed or faxed, or dropped off.”

Nominees must be a resident of an Electoral

Area and make voluntary contributions to the spirit, culture or people of the community.

Nomination forms are available on the RDEK website (www.rdek. bc.ca), at the Cranbrook and Columbia Valley

RDEK offices, from the Electoral Area Advisory Commissions and various Community Associations.

The deadline for nominations is February 27, 2014.

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Off road vehicle legislation promises increased safety and structure

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Bill 13, the Off Road Vehicle Act was recently introduced in the provincial legislature.

Submitted Bill 13, the Off Road Vehicle Act introduced today, promises certainty, safety and regulatory structure for thousands of off-road enthusiasts.

The proposed Off Road Vehicle - or ORV - Act replaces the 40-year-old Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act with a modern management structure, designed to align with existing regulatory regimes at minimal cost.

“Whether hunting, fishing, getting back to nature or just getting to work, many outdoor enthusiasts rely on offroad vehicles to augment their rural experience. The Off-Road Vehicle Act will secure the future of off-road vehicle use in a way that is self-sustaining, safe and environmentally responsible,” said Steve Thomson, Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations.

Increased use of quads, snowmobiles and other ORVs has helped British Columbians get out and enjoy the beauty of the province’s backcountry. Bill 13 will help ensure these vehicles are driven in a safe

and environmentally responsible manner.

“The framework set out in this legislation responds to a number of issues raised by local governments.

Together, these new measures will increase safety, enhance community connectivity through trail networks, and safeguard the beauty and integrity of B.C.’s wilderness. The extensive consultation undertaken by the province on this issue has resulted in legislation that balances the interests of many different groups,” said Rhona Martin, president, Union of B.C. Municipalities.

The act, if passed and brought into force, will: * Establish a one-time registration system specifically designed to integrate with the preexisting structure of the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia’s vehicle registry, reducing implementation costs. ORVs will have to be registered and display a clearly visible number plate before they can be operated on Crown or other public land. * Allow the development of regulations on the rules of operation (such as wearing hel-

mets), safety standards and conditions of use for a wide range of modern ORVs, including snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles or “quads”, dirt bikes and utility terrain vehicles. * Assist in identifying stolen or abandoned ORVs, by requiring ORVs to be registered in a database that is accessible to peace officers at all times. * Provide officers with more effective enforcement tools to target the small number of irresponsible ORV owners that endanger others or damage sensitive habitat. This includes the ability to stop and inspect ORVs for violations, seize an ORV for safety or evidence purposes, and increase the maximum fine for offences from $500 to $5,000.

“The announcement of the ORV legislation is a tremendous tribute to the dedicated members of nongovernment organiza-

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the Special Accounts Appropriation and Control Act establishing the ORV Trail Management Subaccount. This will ease the process of providing future investments directly into developing and maintaining trails, delivering lasting benefits to the ORV tourism industry in rural communities.

The proposed ORV Act is the result of extensive consultation, and represents a fair compromise for all user groups.

Implementation, including registration provisions, is anticipated in the fall of 2014.

2013 SuStainable Community builder award the City of Cranbrook is accepting applications for the Sustainable Community builder award given annually to an individual, group, club, agency or society that has contributed to the social, arts/cultural, economic and/or environmental sustainability of Cranbrook.

Send applications to: Cranbrook City Hall, attention: bernice reed (reed@cranbrook.ca) 40 – 10th avenue South Cranbrook, bC V1C 2m8 deadline for applications is wednesday april 30, 2014

The Jaffray Fire Fighters would like to acknowledge and thank the sponsors of their 8th Annual Curling Bonspiel Without the support of our many sponsors the success experienced at this year’s bonspiel wouldn’t have been possible. Your generous support of all funds raised will be used to purchase rescue equipment for the Department.

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tions who formed the Coalition for Licensing and Registration of Off Road Vehicles in 2002.

The coalition published its 47 recommendations in 2006. Many of those individuals continue to assist the ministry with the feedback it needs to prepare this legislation.

Among other benefits, this legislation will offer security of ownership and improved safety standards for the riders of ORVs and it will provide for higher standards of compliance and enforcement which will benefit non-motorized recreationists,” said Jeremy McCall, executive director, Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia.

Included in the proposed ORV legislation is an amendment to

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REGIONAL DISTRICT OF EAST KOOTENAY Phone: 250-489-2791 Toll Free: 1-888-478-7335 Email: info@rdek.bc.ca Website: www.rdek.bc.ca

See www.cranbrook.ca or www.cranbrookcf.ca for award eligibility and applications.

Information Package Proposed Five Year Financial Plan (2014 – 2018) City Council invites participation regarding the proposed Financial Plan before it is adopted.

Copies of the proposed 2014 – 2018 Five Year Financial Plan are available for pick up at City Hall or for download from the City website – www. cranbrook.ca and click on ‘Annual Reports’ under City of Cranbrook Links.

Written submissions are invited from the public and must be received at City Hall by 4:00 pm Friday, March 7, 2014.

Written submissions will be considered by Council at a Special Meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2014.

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Roadside suspensions credited in cut in alcohol related deaths

By Tom Fletcher

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A police check stop nabs some open liquor from a driver.

Seeking Input into the 2014/2015 Annual Budget

Monday, February 24, 2014 Board Office, Cranbrook 3:00pm Tuesday, March 11, 2014 Fernie Secondary School 6:00pm If you wish to make a presentation to the Board, please contact Jean Skerik at 250-417-2055 or by email at jean.skerik@sd5.bc.ca by 1:00pm on Wednesday, February 19th for presentations in Cranbrook or by 1:00pm on Wednesday, March 5th for presentations in Fernie.

An estimate of the amount of time necessary for your presentation is required in order to be included on the agenda. Allotted time is 10 minutes per presentation.

Presentations to the Board will be accepted in writing if you are unable to attend or if you do not wish to attend the meeting.

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Roadside suspensions and vehicle seizures for drivers blowing as low as 0.05 per cent blood alcohol have helped cut B.C. drinking and driving deaths by half, Attorney General Suzanne Anton said Monday.

Government statistics show average fatalities from drinking and driving have fallen to 54 a year from a previous five-year average of 112, since the law took effect in September 2010. Anton said the program is so successful that other provinces are moving in the same direction.

Anton wouldn’t comment on court challenges to the program, which imposes penalties on people who test in the “warn” range below 0.08, where they are subject to impaired driving charges.

“If there have to be changes made to it, we will be making those,

but the program is good, it saves lives and that’s what’s important,” Anton said.

The “immediate roadside prohibition” program replaced most impaired driving charges with administrative penalties, including a three-day driving ban and a $200 administrative fee for those who blow between 0.05 and 0.08, if the police officer has reason to believe the driver is impaired.

For those who blow in the “impaired” range of 0.08 or higher, police have the option of imposing a 90-day driving ban, a $500 penalty and impounding the vehicle for 30 days instead of laying a charge. Towing and impounding a vehicle can result in a $700 bill, and a $1,400 mandatory “responsible driver program” may also be required before the driver’s licence is returned.

The government

terms the measure “Alexa’s Law,” after four-year-old Alexa Middelaer, who was feeding horses at the roadside in Delta when she was struck by an impaired driver and killed in 2008.

“After decades of stagnant progress on reducing the number of preventable deaths caused by drinking and driving, as a community we’ve made significant and sustained changes,” said Laurel Middelaer, Alexa’s mother, who has been an advocate on the issue since the tragedy.

Surveying social media habits of the young Submitted The

Canada

Safety Council is pleased to support PREVNet (Promoting

The City of Cranbrook is currently hiring for the following positions: GIS Coordinator Facility Technician Receptionist/Clerk Relief Lifeguard/Instructors Water Smart Ambassador To learn more about these positions and other employment opportunities available with the City, visit cranbrook.ca/job-postings.

Relationships and Eliminating Violence Network) in gauging how young Canadians use online privacy settings and reporting tools.

We encourage social media users ages 13 to 25 years old to participate in a survey that asks whether they think about online privacy when they use social media; what privacy settings, if any, they use; and whether they have ever reported someone for violating online privacy rules.

The survey takes about 15 minutes to complete and is available until March 31. Participants can enter for a chance to win one of five gift certificates worth $100.

PREVNet is a network of more than 90 leading researchers and 56 national organizations, including the Canada Safety Council, working together to prevent bullying and violence.

The Canada Safety Council offers the following tips for protecting your privacy while using social media: Confidential information should remain confidential – do not put it online. This can include your cell phone number, home address, full birth date, credit card and banking information, etc.

Social media networks frequently change or update their privacy setting options. Review your settings at least

once every few months.

If your safety is compromised because of repeated harassment or abuse, learn how to block people and change your identity online. If necessary, shut down your social media profiles, either temporarily or permanently. If you decide to set up new profiles, make it difficult for people to find you unless you invite them to be part of your network.

If you use a public or shared computer, remember to log out of your profiles before leaving the computer.

Never share your passwords.

Be selective of who you add as friends and contacts on profiles such as Facebook and LinkedIn. Just like in real life, some people have less than good motives for gathering information.

For more information on social media safety and to complete the survey, visit www.prevnet. ca or www.canadasafetycouncil.org.

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The Kootenay Advertiser celebrated Pink Shirt Day on February 26. (Clockwise, from bottom) Yves Michaud, Shannon Stewart, Erin Carlisle, Tamara L’Hoost, Karen Johnston, Lynnette Then and Bridget Fix.

CONGRATULATIONS!

98 athletes from the Kootenays competed at the 2014 BC Winter Games bringing home 20 medals.

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Show your business at the most successful women’s expo in the East Kootenay region A limited number of presenter booths are still available for the Kootenay Women’s Show, presented in the pavilion at the St. Eugene Golf Resort Casino.

Special guest speaker CBC anchor Wendy Mesley will draw potential clients to this show. Now is your time to associate your business with the area’s successful female entrepreneurs.

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The CKCA Steering Committee consists of

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Nominees to the CKCA Steering Committee do not have to be members of any organizations, but must be nominated by their local community arts councils or by the Heritage Federation of South East BC (HFSEBC).

Each eligible arts council may put forward only one nomination. If there are more arts council nominees in each region than seats available on the Steering Committee, regional elections will be held in the beginning of April. The HFSEBC may put forward one nomination this year.

The HFSEBC nominee will be elected at its annual AGM. It is recommended that nominees (if elected) will be willing to attend occasional arts council or HFSEBC meetings to stay in touch with local/ sector issues.

Currently, community arts councils eligible for nominating representatives to the Steering Committee are: • West Kootenay: Arrow Lakes (Nakusp Area), Castlegar, North Kootenay Lake, Rossland, Salmo (including Ymir), Slocan Lake (Silverton/ New Denver) & Trail • East Kootenay: Creston, Fernie, Golden, Kimberley, and Sparwood and District.

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All other communities/sectors currently have a sitting Steering Committee member.

For more information on the nomination process, please contact your local arts council or call CKCA at 1-877505-7355. For more information on CKCA, please visit www.basinculture.com. Deadline for arts council nominations is 5 pm PDT, Monday, March 24, 2014.

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Environmental groups declare victory in species protection case Submitted

The Federal Court has declared that the Minister of Environment and Minister of Fisheries and Oceans acted unlawfully in delaying for several years the production of recovery strategies for four at-risk species threatened by industrial development, including the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline and tanker route.

“We’re pleased that the Court has agreed that it’s unacceptable for the federal government to continue to miss the mandatory deadlines set out in the Species at Risk Act,” said Sean Nixon, Ecojustice staff lawyer. “That said, it is disappointing that we had to resort to litigation yet again to force the government to follow its own law.”

Ecojustice lawyers acted on behalf of five environmental groups in this lawsuit: the David Suzuki Foundation, Greenpeace Canada, Sierra Club BC, Wilderness Committee and Wildsight.

“This is a clear decision, not just for the four species at issue in this lawsuit, but for the more than 160 at-risk species in Canada that still await the release of their recovery strategies,” said Scott Wallace, senior research scientist at the David Suzuki Foundation.

The lawsuit challenged the federal government’s multiyear delays in producing recovery strategies for four species — the Pacific Humpback Whale, Nechako White Sturgeon, Marbled Murrelet and Southern Mountain Caribou.

Ecojustice lawyers argued that the federal government’s chronic delays have forced species already struggling to survive to wait even longer for the protection they desperately need.

Justice Anne L. Mactavish wrote in her judgment: “It is, moreover, apparent that the delay encountered in these four cases are just the tip of the iceberg. This is clearly an enormous systemic problems within the relevant Ministries, given the respondents’ acknowledgement that there remain some 167 species at risk for which recovery strategies have not yet been developed.”

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the panel should have considered in its final report.

In response to the lawsuit, the federal government has issued proposed recovery strategies for the white sturgeon, murrelet and caribou in recent months.

The Court will oversee that process to ensure the final recovery strategies are produced in a timely fashion.

“This is an important decision for spe-

...it is disappointing that we had to resort to litigation yet again to force the government to follow its own law.”

Sean Nixon, Ecojustice staff lawyer

“To state the obvious, the Species at Risk Act was enacted because some wildlife species in Canada are at risk. As the applicants note, many are in a race against the clock as increased pressure is put on their critical habitat, and their ultimate survival may be at stake ….The timelines contained in the Act reflect the clearly articulated will of Parliament that recovery strategies be developed for species at risk in a timely fashion, recognizing that there is indeed urgency in these matters.” [Reasons for Order and Order] The final recovery strategies for the four species at issue in this case were at least three years overdue when the lawsuit was filed in September 2012.

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1. Don’t get ahead of yourself. Starting seeds indoors towards the beginning of spring is a great way to get a head start to the growing season.

But don’t get too impatient. Your seed package will tell you how long before the first frost you should be starting your seeds. If you get growing too soon, you risk having your seedlings grow too large inside. With not enough light in the house, the plants will stretch toward the light source and get spindly or “leggy”.

2. Read the label. The seed package gives you more information, such as seed depth, spacing and days to sprout. Make sure to keep the packet after your seeding is done, it also contains information that will be useful throughout the growing season.

3. (Almost) All they need is love. Seeds have all the food they need to germinate right inside them. What you need to add is water, air, light and something to grow in. The best growing medium for starting seedlings is a soilless mix that contains a blend of peat, vermiculite and perlite. We start all of our plants in our greenhouses in a PGX blend. There are also different Sunshine mixes as well as growing pellets and plantable pots. When planting seeds in trays, ensure the growing media is damp.

4. Turn up the heat. It helps to have bottom heat - you can place the seeds on the top of a fridge or use a germination heat mat. Covering the trays with domes or glass can help to keep in humidity which in turn helps germination.

5. Let there be light. Once seeds have sprouted, you need to provide them with proper light. Not enough light can lead to spindly seedlings that stretch. If you don't have an adequate spot with sufficient light, consider buying a fluorescent or high intensity plant light. They are very reasonably priced and last a long time.

6. Keep it clean. Recycling is a good thing, but when it comes to starting seeds, it is best to use new seed trays and clean containers each season. Old, unclean pots and inserts can carry pests, disease and residual fertilizers which can greatly affect the success of your seeds.

7. Fungi can put a damper on it. The conditions that favour rapid germination of seeds— warmth and moisture—are also favourable to the funguses at the root of damping off disease.

Just as your seedlings begin to grow and look like something, they suddenly wilt and rot off at the soil level. Starting with sterilized containers and growing mix is extremely important and avoiding excess humidity will help as well.

8. Young plant are like teenagers. Once the seedling has emerged, it is hungry and needs fertilizer in order to keep growing properly. Soilless starter mixes usually don’t have any nutrients added. If you are growing in very small containers, your plants will also utilize the nutrients in that space very quickly. How much food you should use can vary, depending on what you are growing and how long you will have it inside.

9. Organization is key. Imagine a tray with lush, healthy seedlings and you have no idea which varieties you planted on which side. Young seedlings often do not look a lot like the plants they are going to be, so keeping plant tags or other types of labels beside the seedlings will help you keep things in order.

10. Getting started. Starting your own seedlings might sound like something that only serious and experienced gardeners can do. This is something, however, that anyone can try.

Come into the garden centre, get a tray or two, some seed starting growing medium and seeds and you might get hooked. Good plants to get started with include nasturtium, marigold, tomatoes, coleus, zinnias and cosmos.

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Horoscope for the Week: February 28, 2014 Contact Michael O’Connor for a Personal Reading • 888.352.2936 sunstarastrology@gmail.com • www.sunstarastrology.com

Tip of the Week: We are now in the final stretch to spring and there is a lot happening with planetary activity. Mercury turns ‘Direct’ on February 28 at 6 am PST. Interestingly, the New Moon in Pisces occurs at 11:59 pm PST on February 28 as well.

This is the completion of the first of three, 3-week retrograde cycles that occur annually. So, Mercury has now entered its ‘shadow’ or recovery period, essentially retracing its path which extends precisely to Spring Equinox. Spring this year occurs on March 20 at 9:57 PST. As mentioned previously, here and in my New Moon Newsletter (free sign-up on my website), both Mars and Saturn too are poised to turn retrograde on March 1st and 2nd respectively. The retrograde period for Mars is March 1 to May 19th. The focus of this particular Horoscope forecast will devote some attention to the general influences of Mars Retrograde for each sign. While I will elaborate further in coming weeks and in my newsletter, here is the basic gist. Mars is symbolic of action and assertion in the world; it is the verb in the sentence. When retrograde, Mars turns away from the material to fulfill psychological and spiritual needs first and material needs and aspirations become secondary for a while. So as with all retrogrades, we can learn to understand and tune-in to make the most of the otherwise ‘unusual’ energy patterns it indicates.

Mars in Libra is the other factor. Libra is one of the most challenging sign positions for Mars. The main challenge is that people tend to be inordinately influenced by others and feel pushed from their own center and generally off balance. Awareness helps to overcome the negative repercussions. Mars has been in Libra since December 7, 2013 and due to the retrograde cycle will be there until July 25, 2014.

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) Mars is the planet that governs your sign and with it in Libra, the sign of relationships, you have a clear indication of its influence now and over the coming months. Where you have been quite assertive of late, you will now feel or be moved by circumstances to yield or slow down. This is a time to communicate better, to assert less and to listen more.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) The time has come to be that much more deliberate in your actions. By slowing down you can actually do things better or make improvements where needed. Yet, be aware of tendencies to be too critical of yourself and others. Take deeper breaths and acknowledge yourself for achievements to date. As well, enjoy more quality time with friends for a while.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Mars Retrograde in Libra indicates a time for you to recharge your creative batteries. This is a good time for a review. What have you done, what has worked and what has not been so satisfying? Then affirm that there is only now and next. Reach out to new cultural activities or go on an adventure. Increase your receptivity to others and allow for fresh inspirations.

Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Sometimes we feel the need for added support, perhaps even to lean on others a little more than usual. This is likely to be one of those time periods. Turn within for a while; allow or ask others to take the reins. Perhaps tending to hobbies or home projects will do. A meditative cycle or spiritual retreat might be in order. Either way, make room to be cozy, caressed and comforted.

Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) This Mars Retrograde cycle is a call for you to become more sensitive in your approach to others. This includes your attitude and style of communications as well. How can you give more with less, as in less is more? Becoming more patient with yourself, others and circumstances is highlighted. Take and give more breathing room on all fronts.

Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) A period of adding to, renovating and or rebuilding existing foundations altogether is a feature of Mars Retrograde for you. Expect to be busy, intend to be steady and avoid comparisons. At best, this will prove to be a very creative cycle. There is even a strong streak of inventiveness indicated. While not exactly whistling while you work, productivity is likely.

Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Mars is retrograde in your sign along with the Lunar North Node. Together, they are influencing you to be more assertive than usual. Though you may yearn for support, it may not be so available. This could lead you to overcompensate, to even become aggressive. Make extra efforts to trust in and go with the flow.

Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Mars in Libra generally and retrograde specifically will find you digging deeper than usual. This effort will be to clear the past. Hidden anger, resentment, negative memories and other such complexes need to be identified and healed. They block fulfillment in your most intimate relationships and it is time for them to go.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) The time has come to dream a few new dreams. You might as well because you will be less inclined to act on them, at least over the coming weeks. Stimulating these by way of communications and exchanges with others is ideal and likely. Yet do not be swayed by impulse or the determinations of others, at least not yet.

Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Making key decisions that you feel will significantly affect your future is up for you now. Yet following through will feel all the harder because it means so much. While you may feel frustrated that others are holding you back, look closer and you may discover that it is actually you. Aim to close the gaps from the past so you can advance with confidence.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) Freedom! The cry for it will get louder over the coming weeks. What you want freedom from or what you want to do with it depend on your situation. Look for opportunities to get away from it all, to travel or retreat. If a getaway is not available, send out a message that you will not tolerate being told or pushed. Yet curiosity will lead you into new experiences.

Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Will you aspire to realize your higher ideals or waste this cycle of opportunity on worry and nervous tension? This is a call to gain a new measure of mastery over your desires and appetites. What hungers haunt you depend on you. Fears of loss, rejection and even death could block and distract you.

Determine your higher ideals and make achieving them a central goal.

Food stores donate to Starlite Who knew that grocery shopping could make a direct impact on health care? But that is exactly what happened thanks to a recent fundraiser for EKFH’s Starlite Campaign.

When SaveOn (Cranbrook) and Overwaitea Foods (Kimberley and Fernie) joined together to conduct the Help Light a Star promotion, shoppers were encouraged to donate More Rewards Points and/or financial donations as they went through the tills. With every 1,000 or more points the stores would match the point total and make a $2 donation to East Kootenay Foundation for Health.

Board members and volunteers from EKFH and the Elk Valley Hospital Foundation joined in on the fun by doing some grocery bagging and sharing coffee, cookies and smiles which to the delight of the store managers helped toward the success of the promotion.

In the end, it was the generosity of the shoppers and the three communities who helped raise $4,000 in SaveOn & Overwaitea first involvement with the Starlite Campaign.

Recently the three store managers were able to meet up with EKFH board members to make the cheque presentation.

The funds collected will be distributed equally into EKFH stewarded funds held for either a hospital or health care facility in Cranbrook, Kimberley and Fernie.

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OBITUARY Cornelius Nickel “Cornie” March 21, 1921 - February 1, 2014 Cornie Nickel passed away peacefully on February 1, 2014 surrounded by loving family and friends at the age of 92.

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Cornie joined the army, and served his country with honour both as a member of the Winnipeg Grenadiers and as a Japanese POW for 3 years and 8 months.

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Cornie moved to Cranbrook in 2011 to live with his daughter Brenda. He continued to enjoy his life-long passion for reading and was always ready to “school” his family in playing cribbage.

Cornelius is survived by his eight children Barb (Lyle) Killoh, Bruce, Brenda (Stephen) Bosben, Calvin, Dennis, Sandra, Janelle (Glenn) Douglas, and Roxie; 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; sisters Mary Hedison of Virden, Manitoba, Helen Penner of Steinbach, Manitoba, brothers Henry (Edna) of Williams, Lake BC and Pete (Elsie) of Calgary, Alberta.

Cornelius is predeceased by his parents Cornelius and Sara Nickel, his much beloved wife Mona Nickel, 5 sisters and 3 brothers.

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Firearms

Firearms

WE BUY USED FIREARMS RIFLES - SHOTGUNS

FROM ESTATES, COLLECTORS, INDIVIDUALS

COLLECTORS ISSUES ANTIQUE FIREARMS

MOUNTAIN MAN OUTDOORS

Ranger 21 pool filter & some pool additives, $300. Call 1 (250)417-6603

Firearms

BC INSPECTED GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished $100 Packages Available Quarters/Halves $2.95/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Hamburger Available TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston

Free Items Moving? Need empty boxes?

Call (250)426-5721

Firewood/Fuel

ENHAM FORD (BC) LTD

www.denhamfordbc.com Dry Fir split firewood, $150/load. Pick up load w/racks, $150. Deliver Cbk area. (250)417-2037

Firewood for sale, cut, split & delivered, Cranbrook area, $200/cord for Lodgepole Pine.

(250)402-9776 Order early, limited supply, Pine firewood, standing dry, BIG 7 axle loads, delivered 60 km radius of Galloway, $1400 per load. Out of area, call for pricing.

(250)429-3248 or (250)429-3748

Misc. for Sale Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20’ & 40’ Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

Model 8 .35 Remington auto loader, $400. Model 740 .308 Remington auto loader, $350.

Single barrel 28 gauge shotgun, $140. (250)428-2739 Wanted: 44 mag or 45 long Colt Ruger single action. Call (250)426-7064 WANTED: RIFLES, shotguns, restricted weapons, reloading equipment, decoys or any other shooting related items. Fully licensed. Glen 250-428-6750

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: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Furniture

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Real Estate

Real Estate

Rentals

Rentals

Misc. for Sale

For Sale By Owner

Lots

Mortgages

Apt/Condo for Rent

BANK DECLINE?

Creston, BC PARKVIEW MANOR 1 & 2/Bdrm Apartments $550 & up. Secure Building Available now!

Rent Incentive N/S N/P Children OK Phone Ingrid 250-428-2234

Commercial/ Industrial

STEEL BUILDING. “The big year end clear out!” 20x22 $4,259. 25x24 $4,684. 30x34 $6,895. 35x36 $9,190. 40x48 $12,526. 47x70 $17,200. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or visit online: www.pioneersteel.ca

Time to get those closets and sheds cleaned & basements and cupboards organized.

Sell your household goods with a Spring Cleaning bordered ad for only $5 (plus tax) per issue (running in the Month of March)

Call Shannon at 250-489-3455 or 1-800-665-2382

Wanted:

Shed Antlers. Racks.

Taxidermy, antiques.

Cash paid.

Kelly, (250)426-6993

Misc. Wanted Antlers Wanted,

3400 sq.ft., 2 storey log house with Fisher Peak view 6+ acres, full finished walk out basement, 10” white pine logs, wood beams & log post throughout enhance the log theme.

Open concept design, geothermal heating/cooling system. Natural river rock fireplace & great wood stove downstairs, vaulted great room, heated floors, open kitchen with cupboards all pull out drawers.

Dining: ultimate 3 sided ceder deck with see through wrought iron railings.

Master bedroom suite with cast iron clawfoot tub & steam shower.

Upstairs expansive bedrooms with astonishing views.

Lower level: cold storage & wine cooler, large office, full bedroom, heated floors, full bath & laundry.

Hot tub & waterfall.

Suitable for animals $975,000.

(250)417-6626

Sheds & Sets, Elk & Deer.

Call Rick 250-422-3444

Wanted: Pfaff sewing machine with walking foot, in good working order.

(250)424-5035

Musical Instruments DJ SERVICE & KARAOKE Weddings (complete), anniversaries, birthdays & family reunions. Will travel throughout area. *Not expensive - No time limit or extra costs. One price 20+ years of entertaining. Families & guests. CALL ME! Leave Message 250-421-3298,Lily.

Call us now @ 250-426-1882

Or visit us @ 2345 Cranbrook St. N.

Best Quality and Price in the Kootenays

BRAND NEW!

Quality Stambulic built strata homes starting at just $279,000.

You will find peace and quiet in one of our 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath homes, featuring 1500 sq ft plus partially developed basement, hardwood floors, jetted tub & spacious double carport.

Located at 188 9th St S Quick possession available.

To view call (250)426-4954 (250)421-0325

917 Kootenay St. N., Cranbrook

www.funhogz.com 417-2828

Real Estate

Asking $279,000 Call 250-417-1662.

Apt/Condos for Sale Condo in Forest Park Estates, 2-bdrm, 1st floor location, 5-appl, new flooring, laundry room, kitchen w/pantry, building includes elevator & common room, close to mall, senior oriented, $164,500. Call (250)421-1176 (250)417-9443

Asking $49,900 for this beautiful 529 sq.ft. Park model.

We will move it to your lot and level.

Hookups and skirting not included.

Drop by and see it today @ 2345 Cranbrook St N 250-426-1882 tf: 855-815-7575 www.kodiakhomes.ca

FOR SALE. Wineworks Kimberley is ready for a new owner. It has been a wonderful opportunity to build and operate such a rewarding business, and now it is time to pass it on to someone who will enjoy its rewards as I have.

Building can be purchased or leased, as desired.

Call 250 427 4422 or email wwk4sale@gmail.com.

WHERE DO YOU TURN

Business for Sale WONDERFUL BUSINESS

For Sale By Owner 1242 Pinyon Rd Sparwood half duplex for sale. 3 BR, 1.5 bath. Finished basement. Gas FP in LR. Fully fenced back yard. Many upgrades incl: siding, fascia, soffit, windows, doors, both bathrooms, flooring & furnace. More info at Kijiji 565238962. Call John @778-518-2221 for appt. to view.

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2 Bedroom unit Beautifully renovated, Clean, quiet, secure, NO SMOKING, NO PETS, NO PARTIES laundry facilities, adult oriented. Ref. req. $900/month

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(250)417-1011

2232 Cranbrook St. N. Cranbrook, BC 250-489-1230

WILSHIRE Apartments, central location, incl heat, hot water, games room, sauna, hot tub, n/p, n/s, n/parties, 2-bdrm units, $725-$800. Call 250417-7379

Houses For Sale

Houses For Sale

Toll Free 1-866-539-1230

NEW PRICE!!!

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3 bed, 2 bath townhouse, fenced yard, pets allowed, great condition!

Now only $139,900.00!

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On the Strip

2232 Cranbrook St. N. Cranbrook, BC 250-489-1230 Toll Free 1-866-539-1230

12X66 MOBILE home & lot, 1855 Kokanee Cres N, CBK, $99,900. (250)919-0591

Mortgages

MORTGAGES!!

Lower than posted bank rates.

No application fee.

Mortgage renewal, refinancing, debt consolidation & pre-qualification.

Private Mortgages.

Sherri Magis 1-877-489-1691 MORTGAGE INTELLIGENCE

Tara Sykes, REALTOR

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East Kootenay Realty

385 Wallinger Ave., Kimberley, BC Bus: (250)427-0070 • Toll Free: 1-866-427-0700

Web: www.tarasykes.com • Email: tsykes@ekrealty.com

Affordable Waterfront!

Mark Creek (Beale Ave) 1+1 bedroom, 2 Bathroom home, amazing views, fully fenced yard and kids play structure.

MLS#2395316 Asking $189,000

Tara Sykes, REALTOR

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East Kootenay Realty

385 Wallinger Ave., Kimberley, BC Bus: (250)427-0070 • Toll Free: 1-866-427-0700

Web: www.tarasykes.com • Email: tsykes@ekrealty.com

New Listing in Colette Manor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment in adult living development (55+). Elevator access, underground parking, secure building. MLS# 2394865 $165,000

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4 Bedroom House for rent.

Fridge, stove, stall for laundry, heat & hydro included. Carport & sun deck. $1500/month. No pets. Call 250-423-3216

2-bdrm, 2-storey unit in 4-plex in Cranbrook, newly renovated w/hardwood upstairs, laundry in unit, n/s, small pet allowed, $1050/mth + util & DD. (250)421-2782 Available in Kimberley, cozy, clean, quiet, 2-bdrm duplex, F/S, balcony, full basement, W/D, $625, no pets. Call (250)427-7173

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Located DOWNTOWN Excellent High Traffic Area Plenty of Parking 250-428-5240

3600 sq.ft. of Retail Space

Kimberley 1 bedroom furnished apt, utilities included, $500/m. (250)427-5137

CHATEAU VICTORIA

UNDER $999/mo.

Creston COMMERCIAL BUILDING

1340 sq.ft. warehouse with 10’x12’ garage door in newer building in the Industrial Park, $900/m plus utilities. (250)4176543

For rent or lease, commercial space in Fairmont, BC Plaza.

Call for details, (250)342-1735 (250)345-6654

1 bedroom apartments!

F/S, blinds, H/W, absolutely no pets, references, close to all amenities, (250)919-2075 (250)489-1015

Home & Land Package AVAILABLE New 14×70 2bed, 2bath Free hold city lot Desirable location, close to shopping, bus route, level lot turn key move in ready

Homes for Rent 2-bdrm mobile home, includes F/S, W/D, woodstove, storage shed, waterfront on Cameron Lake, w/mountain views. Located on small, well maintained 7-unit mobile home park in Wasa, on site manager, solid references only, damage deposit, $750/month, Avail Feb 1, (250)422-3445

Hampshire Apartments, quiet convenient location, inc heat & hot water, n/s, n/p, 1bdrm, $600/mth; 2-bdrm, no stairs, $775/mth, Call (250)417-7379

Looking for an affordable & reasonably priced rental?

Best Quality and Price in the Kootenays

per month OAC Home sites available!

Financing available!

Debt consolidation!

Newly renovated 3-bedroom up with income 2-bedroom suite downstairs, washer/dryer up & down, new windows, roof, flooring & siding, gas fireplace, electric heat, 15x12 deck, across from elementary school and within walking distance to college & mall, 2303 7th St N, 2100 sq.ft., $224,900.

Contact Carl/Brenda, (250)489-0688

John Magis

WHY RENT?

Great family home for sale near Gyro Park on 1.5 lots., 704 10th St S 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, detached single garage, carport, large fenced garden, fruit trees.

Quick possession.

GLEN Livet Manor, Cranbrook. N/S, cats ok. 1 Bdrm $725/mo; 2 Bdrm $850/mo.

New Flooring/Paint/Drapes.

Quiet building. Quick access to hospital. Close to rec centre & shopping. Phone 778-5170777

Mobile Homes & Parks

Sporting Goods

Consignment Sporting Goods

Do you have equity in your home & need to pay off credit card, auto loans or other personal debt.

Private Mortgage Lenders are available to fill the gap when the bank says no.

Mortgage Intelligence 1-877-489-1691

Spring Special Save thousands

Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Estates, Gold & Silver Coins + 778-281-0030 **FREE** All Wanted ads are now FREE!!!! Call today to place your wanted ad 250-489-3455

Kodiak Homes has several spots, in several parks.

Order your dream home now at the best prices in Canada, and we will put it in a beautiful, local, quiet park by springtime.

Rentals

Cell 250-427-6496

East Kootenay Realty

385 Wallinger Ave., Kimberley, BC Bus: (250)427-0070 • Toll Free: 1-866-427-0700

Web: www.tarasykes.com • Email: tsykes@ekrealty.com

Duplex / 4 Plex

Modular Homes 2-bdrm mobile in Cranbrook, w/laundry room, avail March 1, $700 + util. (250)426-7355

Homes for Rent

COMPLETELY RENOVATED HERITAGE HOUSE, very close to downtown, COMPLETELY FURNISHED, warm in winter, cool in summer, 4bdrms, 3 up & 1 down, 2 full bathrooms, beautiful hardwood floors ,$1850 + utilities, available immediately.

Call (250)417-6626 Large house in good residential neighbourhood, 4-bdrms, 3-full baths, heated tile floors, deck, 2 kitchens, each with F/S, 1 with DW & W/D, 2nd kitchen could be used for inlaw suite, n/s, n/p, $1500 + util.

(250)417-7379 SPARWOOD, 2-storey, 3bdrm townhouse for rent w/full basement, close to school & rec centre. (250)425-4448 primeprop@mymts.net

Rooms for Rent

3-yr old duplex, 3-bdrm, 2bath, large storage room, large sundeck, 1-car garage, 5-appl, avail April 1, $1200/mth + util & DD, 1-year lease, 409A 9th Ave S, (250)426-6598 or (250)421-2234

Furnished room for rent, close to College of the Rockies Gold Creek Campus, $550/mo plus DD, avail immediately, n/s, n/p, n/parties. Call (250)489-5016 (250)919-4172 or email dipsy_d43@hotmail.com

Open Houses

Open Houses

East Kootenay Realty

Open Houses SCAN HERE

for a map of our

OPEN HOUSES Cranbrook • Saturday, March 1 11:00am-12:00pm 317 14th Avenue S

Just a Gem, immaculate 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with fenced yard, carport & single garage.

$259,900

Linda Stuckey

12:00-1:00pm 324 3rd Avenue S Cute & Cozy with loads of updates!

$184,900 Carla Sinclair

12:30-1:30pm 231 Boulder Creek Wildstone Golf Course, beautiful open floor plan, finished basement & double garage!

$399,900 Jim Barber

www.ekrealty.com for open house maps, rental properties, property details and mortgages

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Rentals

Transportation

Transportation

Shared Accommodation

Auto Financing

Cars - Domestic

1966 Rambler Ambassador 4-door station wagon, V8 auto, excellent inside & out, completely restored 1996, 97,000 original miles, asking $6800 obo.

To view call (250)426-5371

Suites, Lower 3km from Cranbrook, 1-bdrm plus den w/ground floor entry, satellite TV, no smoking, no pets, 55+, avail immediately, $700 plus DD & utilities Call (250)489-4803 Cbk, 1-bdrm bsmt suite, 1bath, private entrance,parking space, WD, n/p, n/s, $725 util inc. (250)531-0101

Suites, Upper

Cars - Domestic

Cars - Domestic

2004 Mazda 3, 187,000 km, has some body damage, $2800.

(250)427-0158 or (250)919-2274 2005 GRAND PRIX. V6, immac. cond, 1 owner, purchased brand new & lady driven. Have all service records.

Too many features to list, Remote start, pl, pw, ps, cruise, tilt, a/c.

Widetrack suspension. Brand new Michelin Defender tires, brand new battery, brakes just done and car serviced recently.

193,000 km, all highway driven. Excellent, reliable car. $5,900 obo 250-402-6700 (near Kitchener).

Transportation

Antiques / Classics

1996 Corvette Collector Edition, 160,000km, 2 roofs, auto, original paint, engine LT4, fully loaded,ex cond, asking $16,000 obo.

(250)426-3802 Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

1.800.910.6402

Auto Services

ENHAM FORD (BC) LTD

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1998 Cadillac Catera, 160,000km, beige with beige leather, sunroof, heated front/rear seats, cassette/CD & more, 30+ mpg hwy, $4500.

(250)426-7041 1998 Subaru Forester AWD, well maintained, new timing belt, battery, windshield, no rust, 220,000 km, $5000.

(250)346-3378 2002 Elantra standard, hatchback, new brakes & recent timing belt change, high kms but runs like a top, $2450. 1 (250)426-7354 2003 Crown Vic, 110,000 km, A-1 condition, summer & winter tires, power everything, $7500 obo. (250)426-1961

2005 PT Cruiser, 140,000 km, ex. cond., sunroof, leather interior, 5-spd, excellent mileage $3900.

(250)426-4752

2007 Mazda CX7 AWD, 2.3L turbo, 6-speed auto with sport shifter, A/C, CD player, 18” alloy wheels.

New turbo and windshield, no accidents.

Mechanics special.

Runs great but uses oil.

My loss is your gain. $6,500.00 OBO. Call 250-829-0677 2007 Toyota Corolla, Sports Edition, 100,000 km, ex. cond., standard, $10,000 obo.

(250)421-3311

350 motor, auto trans, p/s, p/b, p/dl, air, power bucket seats, Keystone Mags, ex. cond., white w/black interior, asking $9500.

Need new wheels but your credit has run off the road?

Apply online:

Sell your household goods with a Spring Cleaning bordered ad for only $5 (plus tax) per issue (running in the Month of March)

travisfixmycredit.com

or call Travis at Northstar GM

Call after 6pm, (250)426-4311

1985 Corvette, white, 4-spd auto, 350 tune port injection, 169,000km, new tires, $8995 obo. (250)489-0193

2003 Toyota Corolla CE, everything works, new cruise, shocks & struts, wheel covers, 215,000km, includes winter tires on rims $6000.

(250)426-8867

Homes for Rent

Homes for Rent

Homes for Rent

250-489-4711 1-800-663-2307

HOMES FOR RENT KIMBERLEY

Marysville

G02

2 bdrm Apt

$750/mth incl. util

Downtown

079

1 bdm Lower Suite

$675/mth incl. Gas & Hydro

Townsite

028

2 bdm Cottage

$950/mth + util

Townsite

069

3 bdm Duplex

$975/mth + util

Marysville

G07

Gyro Park

C10S-1

1 bdm + Den Apt

$700/mth +Util

Gyro Park

C10S-3

2 bdrm Apt

$800/mth +Util

COMMERCIAL Commercial Space for Rent

Call for Details

CRANBROOK

East Kootenay Realty Complete Rental Property and Strata Management Services Kimberley 250-427-0070 1-866-427-0070 Cranbrook 250-426-8211 1-866-426-8211 www.ekrealty.com/property_management.php

Mercury Topaz, 4-cyl, ex. cond., standard, 5-spd, 50 miles per gal $2500 obo.

(250)426-4752

Time to get those closets and sheds cleaned & basements and cupboards organized.

Call Shannon at 250-489-3455 or 1-800-665-2382 Cars - Sports & Imports

2008 Hyundai Accent, 2-dr hatchback, standard, black, fully loaded, FWD, ex. cond., c/w set of new winter tires, 147,000 km, $5500 obo.

(250)919-3648

1989 BMW 325i Convertible, all black, 140,000 original km, original owner, great shape, $7500 obo. (250)919-1723

Commercial Vehicles

2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS, auto, grey, Stock #5130548A, $13,571. Alpine Toyota, DL #30845, 1-888-418-4798

45’ Commercial transport van, heated, new 24.5 rubber, $5500. (250)489-8794

Vehicle Lease / Rent

Vehicle Lease / Rent

DRIVE A GOOD BARGAIN! DRIVE A GOOD BARGAIN! DRIVE A GOOD BARGAIN!

1979 El Camino SS,

2010 Mazda 3 4-dr Sedan, manual trans., air, CD, 2 sets of tires, under 54,000 km, one owner, mint cond., $12,300.

(250)417-7317

2008 Ford Focus, black, 2-dr standard, 96,000 km, 4-winter tires w/rims, remote starter, $9500 obo. (250)489-1310

Cars - Domestic

Transportation

Renting Quality Cars At Great Prices

• compacts • full size • mini vans • mid size • 15 passenger vans • moving trucks Providing superior value by offering outstanding service along with high quality, clean and dependable vehicles at affordable prices.

CRANBROOK: 426-3004 CRESTON: 428-9343 TRAIL: 364-0211 NELSON: 352-5122

Transportation

Commercial Vehicles

Recreational/Sale

1993 Western Star tandem dump truck with new hoist cylinder, front differential, rear leaf springs, front tires, king pins, batteries & rebuilt engine, 18-spd split shift, $21,000. (250)417-6543

1992 Prowler 19’ holiday trailer, good cond., inside like new, double axle, $5800 obo.

(250)489-5798 1994 30’ Dutchman 4 Seasons 5th Wheel, new awning, walk around queen bed up front, slide out rear kitchen, sleeps 6, new batteries, new propane tanks inspected 2009, good tires, $9000 obo. Nadine or Graham Beam, (250)426-7400 1997 22’ Westwind 5th Wheel, clean cond. throughout, working stove/oven, electric/gas fridge, air, furnace, solar panel, microwave, sleeps 6, dual wheels, spare tire, awning, outside shower, $8000.

(250)489-3741 1997 Vanguard Wrangler 5th wheel, 26’, hitch included, asking $8000. (250)426-5535 1998 Kodiak 22 + 2 5th Wheel, clean, light weight, air, awning, 4690 lbs dry weight, Stock #T2248.1, $9900. Runners RV, 1-800-663-4824 1999 Corsair 5th Wheel trailer, 30’, 2 slideouts, tandem axle, ex. cond., $11,000 obo.

Call Audrey, (250)417-3431 1999 Corsair Excella 28.5’, all season 5th wheel trailer, full set of skirting, well made, beautiful interior, many options (built in vac, AC, MW, awning), perfect snowbird/park unit, $12,500 obo, hitch also available. (250)426-2671 1999 Rustler 5th Wheel, awning, dinette, 4895 lbs dry weight, Stock #T2678.2, $6900. Runners RV, 1-800663-4824 2001 26’ Vanguard, parked on for last 10 years, no bush km since 2003. New roof, 2-yr old awning, double bed in front, Jack & Jill bunks in rear, sleeps 6 comfortably (can accommodate 8), asking $11,000.

Call or text, (250)421-1597

Motorcycles

2011 Kia Forte SX Luxury Coupe, 2.4L, 6-spd auto, blue, Stock #5366105, $17,116. Alpine Toyota, DL #30845. 1888-418-4798 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan, 1.8L, 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, Stock #1J8560, $16,900.

North Star Motors, DL #5717, 1-800-663-2307 2012 Chevrolet Volt Sedan, 1.4L 4-cyl, auto, Stock #1R3792, $39,995. North Star Motors, DL #5717, 1-800-6632307 2013 Ford Edge SEL, 3.5L V6, 6-spd auto, AWD, Stock #P2041, $31,995. Denham Ford, DL #30786, 1-800-6633839 2013 Lincoln MKS w/Elite package, 3.5L V6 Turbo, 6-spd auto, AWD, Stock #P2047, $41,995. Denham Ford, DL #30786, 1-800-6633839

1985 Thunderbird Elan V6 Automatic 78,500 km No rust excellent condition $5,800 OBO (250)421-7054

New 1340 SQ.FT, 2-bdrm, 2nd story suite featuring 5-appl, ensuite, Oak kitchen extensive tile work & beautiful view. $1050/mth + utilities.

Call (250)417-6543

1972 Chev show truck, 350 CID, auto, 2WD, column shift, bucket seats, nice paint, green with black interior, asking $11,900. 250-427-5895 1978 Cadillac Seville, 49,500 original miles, 1000 miles on new motor, good shape, runs great, $2750 obo.

Call (250)919-1723

Transportation

2003 Toyota Echo, 4-cyl auto, FWD, Stock #B11216, $5500.

Spring Honda, DL #31110, 1888-638-4488

N/S female roommate wanted.

Must have own transportation & enjoy pets, motorcycling, hot tubbing. Very quiet area, just above city. Prefer 40+. Rent negotiable. (250)464-1172

1965 Chevrolet Chevelle 300 Deluxe Sedan, manual, RWD, perfect for the collector or even new driver, new paint, new brake cylinders & ball joints.

Just passed BC inspection.

Runs like A Top. $7000.

(250)426-4034

Transportation

1982 Honda Interstate, 1100cc, A1 shape, 62,372km, inc. trailer, asking $6500. Call Henry, (250)428-3545 1990 BMW K-1, 1000cc, rare model, red & yellow, flat four, 4 valves per cylinder, fuel injection, stainless steel exhaust, new Michelin radials, 55,000 km, $5500. Must be seen! (250)426-8408 1998 Suzuki Intruder 1500, 40,000km on rebuilt engine & transmission, hard bags, windscreen, auxiliary gas tank, Stage 3 carbs, set up for touring, $7000. (250)464-0207 1999 Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 cc, custom built, 39,000km, $8000 obo.

(250)489-1310 2001 Harley 1200 Sportster, 100th Anniversary Edition, needs inspection, $5500. Call (250)417-5530 2004 Harley Davidson Heritage Soft Tail Classic, ex cond., 64,000km, $11,500 obo. After 6pm, (250)426-1836 2006 CR125, very well maintained, brand new FMF pipe & silencer & rad valve, $2700 obo. (250)421-8126 2008 Honda CRF250X, $4800 obo Barely used less than 200 km (250)427-7229 2008 KLR 650, 11,000km, near mint, w/extras & bags, $3650 obo.

Evenings (403)836-3786 2008 Yamaha 49cc scooter, 949 km, used 1 season only, 1 owner, stored inside, serviced, ready to go, $1300 takes it.

Call between 7am and 7pm, (250)426-4934 Wells Cargo bike cargo trailer, 1500 lb torsion axle, wheel chock, 6 tie points, loading ramp, 6x6x10, $3000.

(250)464-0207

New Car Dealers

ENHAM FORD (BC) LTD

www.denhamfordbc.com Off Road Vehicles 2009 Polaris Scrambler 500, 4WD, ex cond, $4300 obo. After 5:30 (250)489-8355

Recreational/Sale 1984 28’ Winnebago, 454 CID Chevy auto, 68,500 original miles, must see to appreciate, for a list of features. (250)9190125, (250)426-5666 1984 Vanguard, 24’, new awning, new tires, resealed roof & windows, good cond, sleeps-6, $4800. 1 (250)4207436 1991 26’ Rustler, Jack & Jill bunks, front kitchen, fold out couch, air, full bath, new water pump, newer HW tank, new battery, sleeps-6, $6600 obo.

(250)426-5653 1991 29’ Wilderness trailer, everything runs, in good cond., lots of upgrades, $7000.

(250)420-1802

1991 Dodge Ram Cummins diesel & 2010 Adventure camper.

140 watt solar panel, television, skylight, surround sound stereo system inside & out. $32,000 obo for both.

(250)427-6806 1992 37’ Class A motorhome for sale, A1 shape, fully loaded, $24,500. Consider vehicle on trade. (250)489-8794

2003/2004 32’ Endura Class C Gulfstream motorhome, 454 motor/Genset, ex. shape, 3104 6th St S, worth $64,900, asking $45,000.

(250)919-6665 2004 24’ Pioneer travel trailer, island bed, as new cond., $11,000. Or trade for motorhome. (250)428-9606 Creston 2004 30’ Arctic Fox, 4 season all weather travel trailer, 2 slides, solid oak cabinets, ex. cond., asking $18,000 obo.

(250)426-6550 2004 Springdale 25’, small slide, awning, Stock #T3472.1, $14,900. Runners RV, call (250)489-4141 or 1-800-6634824 2004 Terry 5th Wheel, 29-1/2’ with slide, air, 8 cu.ft. fridge, microwave, stove, oven, back bedroom with bunks, queensize bed in master bedroom with bathroom, tub, shower, pull out couch, can sleep up to 8 people, plenty of cupboard space, in good shape, asking $18,000. 1 (250)402-3583 2004 Terry Quantum 32’ 5th Wheel trailer, immaculate, 2 slides, queen bed, 3-way fridge, 3-burner stove w/oven, microwave, gas/electric hot water heater, gas furnace, 2 TV’s, excellent & clean cond., $21,500 obo. (250)426-8178 2005 29’ Holiday trailer, equipped with solar panels, 285 watts, 2000 watt inverter, large slide w/awning, dual wheels, mint cond., $16,000 obo. (250)342-6805 2007 Prowler 310, 31’, 2 slide bunk model, extreme edition package with thermal windows, large awning, air, dry weight of 8476 lbs, Stock #T3476.1, $24,900. Runners RV, 1-800-663-4824 2008 Jayco toy hauler, 29’, used 10 times, loaded, 12’ garage. Call for more information. $27,000 or will take classic muscle or hot rod on trade.

(250)426-3568 2010 Springdale 26-1/2’, 1/2 ton towable, slide, sleeps 6, used 7x, loaded, $18,000 obo.

(250)489-8885

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Transportation

Recreational/Sale

2007 Hi-LOW 22’ tandem trailer, fully self contained w/fridge, stove, air, solar panel & much more.

Very rare in this area.

Design allows for compact mode when traveling so wind resistance is very low & better on your vehicle for gas consumption.

Always stored under cover when not in use. $18,000.

(250)489-4748

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Sport Utility Vehicle

Trucks & Vans

Trucks & Vans

Trucks & Vans

1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 engine. 4DR 4X4 green with PS/PB/Power windows, cruise control, winter rated tires, trailer hitch. In excellent condition with 330,000 Km . $4800 OBO 250-430-7446 2001 Ford Explorer XLS, 4WD V6, low km, no rust, great shape, good tires, new battery, $3000. (250)426-5765 2002 Ford Explorer SUV, green, low mileage, immaculate throughout, new stereo & CD player, 1 year wear on winter tires, new brakes, $7000 obo. (250)425-6380 2004 Honda Pilot EX, V6, auto, silver, 4WD, Stock #H01438A, $13,700. Spring Honda, DL #31110, 1-888638-4488

1991 Dodge Ram Charger 4x4, c/w spare 318 motor, $800. (250)426-5831 1992 Ford Aerostar XLT, runs great, $700 obo.

Call (250)919-1043 1992 GMC Sierra 1500, standard trans., RWD, canopy, 155,169km, asking $5000.

(250)426-2358 1993 Chev Silverado 1500 Ext cab 2x4, 350 cu.in., 4-spd auto, hard cover, running boards, Michelins, tow package, 288 K, runs great, $3200 obo.

(250)402-6043 Creston 1993 Ford F150 4x4, 302 auto, CD, air, cruise, low km 105,000km, aluminum tool box, new shocks, good brakes, 4 Arctic Claw winters, $4000 firm (250)489-1628 1993 Toyota pickup, 4WD, w/canopy, needs body work, runs great, $2200.

Call (250)417-3143 1994 Ford Ext cab, 4WD, 5-spd standard, $800.

(250)427-4856

2000 Ford F350 4x4, 7.3 diesel, auto, one owner, all maintained, high rise canopy,

2006 F150 Lariat Crew Cab 4x4, 150,000km, black on black, leather, DVD, sunroof, Tonneau, loaded, p/everything, heated seats, Showroom cond, $23,000 obo.

(250)464-1330

2001 Silverado 2500 HD Ext cab, 4x4, 8.1 L engine, Allison trans., roll & lock box cover, 116,000km, ex. cond., asking $11,000. (250)421-3556

2006 GMC 2500 HD 4x4, V8, auto, a/c, 260,000km, well maintained, receipts for new parts, $15,000. (250)426-8591 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 SXT, 5.6L Hemi, 4x4 quad cab, 192,000km, very good cond., well maintained, 2 sets tires, lots of extras, $13,995.

(250)422-3206

$7700 obo.

(250)426-6993

2009 Coachman 24’, small slide, awning, large rear bathroom, spacious living area, walk around queen bed, air, Stock #T3526.1, $14,900.

Runners RV, 1-800-663-4824 2010 24’ Hideout, new cond, walk around queen, Jack & Jill beds, air, indoor outdoor speakers, 19’ flat screen stereo/CD/DVD, sleeps-7, hitch inc. $13,000 obo.

(250)489-5855 2011 22’ Regal motorhome on Ford 350 Chassis, only 35,000 km, asking $52,000. (250)4282739 2011 36’ Outback Sidney Addition 5th Wheel, 4 slides, ex. cond., extended warranty until 2017, $32,000. (250)919-7185

8’ cab over Vanguard camper, c/w 3-way fridge, stove, furnace, fold-out steps, sleeps 4, great for fishing trips & weekend getaways, needs some TLC, $1000 obo.

(250)417-3237 BIG FOOT 2500 camper, 9.5’, Happy jacks, solar panel, Fantastic fan, 2-batteries, 2-propane takes, pot, pans, dishes, bedding, rose & blue decor, always under cover, no pets, non smoking, in floor heating, outside shower, very clean & great cond, Reduced to $12,500 obo. (250)429-3113 Lance 11’9” side door camper, loaded, ex. cond., $18,500 no tax. (250)426-5118 Reduced by $1200. Camping & Hunting. Truck & camper, rebuilt motor, trans, drive shaft, 8000lb winch, new water pump, alternator, power steering pump, master cylinder, shocks, 3-way fridge, stove, heater, many more, asking $4700, may consider trades.Call Ray,(250)489-5038

Snowmobiles 1999 Ski-Doo 670 long track, good cond., $2000 obo.

(778)517-4508

Sport Utility Vehicle

A STEAL OF A DEAL AT $13,500 firm (250)427-3228

2006 Nissan X-Trail Bona Vista Edition SUV, very good cond., 70,000km, AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl auto, roof racks, sunroof, fog lights, alloy wheels w/newer tires, new battery, heated seats, 6-CD player, iPod connector, wired for navigation, asking $16,900.

Reduced to $15,900 (250)426-3581 or (250)919-8795 2008 Mazda Tribute SUV, loaded, leather, heated seats, sunroof, winter & summer tires, 85,000 km, ex. cond., $14,900 obo. (250)426-9753 2010 Dodge Journey SXT, V6 auto, Stock #H501489A, $12,500. Spring Honda, DL #31110, 1-888-638-4488 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUV, auto, red, Stock #T13317A, $16,995. Cranbrook Dodge, DL #30708, 1888-259-7039 2012 Dodge Journey SXT, auto, Stock #U1705 $19,995.

Cranbrook Dodge, DL #30708, 1-888-259-7039 2013 Ford Escape Titanium, 2.0L Inline4 Turbo, 6-spd auto, 4x4, Stock #P2055, $31,995.

Denham Ford, DL #30786, 1800-663-3839 2013 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 w/Comfort Package, 3.5L V6, 6-spd auto, Stock #P2040, $37,995. Denham Ford, DL #30786, 1-800-663-3839 Silver 2007 Chevy Trailblazer, 4.2L Vortec, auto, 4WD, p/w, p/b, p/s, p/seats, command start, Alpine stereo, 150,000km, $11,000.

Call Monday-Saturday, 9-5pm, (250)428-7538

2003 F150 XLT 4X4 Supercab

1995 Chevrolet pickup, pretty blue color, 2WD, canopy, 4 new winter tires plus 4 summers on rims, well maintained, ex. cond., no rust, 117,000km, $4500.

(250)429-3435 1996 1/2 ton Ford, 2WD, standard, 6-cyl, low km, very good cond, no rust, c/w canopy, $6000 obo. (250)489-8151 (250)426-7991

2003 GMC 1500,

1997 CHEV SILVERADO 1500 ext cab, 2WD, short box, 152,556 km, 5.7L, new tires, brakes, battery, extra alloys, c/w new tires, raised canopy, running boards, cassette/CD, brake controller,

1994 Ford Explorer 4-dr, 4x4, blue, $2000 obo. (250)4275325

regular cab, newly rebuilt 5-spd manual trans. & clutch 4x4, 2 sets tires on rims, very good cond., 229,000km,

$5595 obo (250)427-7171 (250)464-5214

$6000. (250)426-2473

1998 Silverado 3/4 ton extended cab, long box. Fully loaded, factory tow package, air bags, 7.4 litre automatic.

Very well maintained, excellent condition.

Always used synthetic oils throughout.

Comes with matching canopy and two sets of wheels. Winters on rims shown and summers on alloys. 222,222 km $7000 o.b.o 250-342-8784 1999 Dodge Ram, 5.7 L Cummins diesel, 388,000km, 2 sets tires & rims, has some rust, too many options to list, $5000 obo. (250)919-6558

2003 GMC Safari Wheel Chair Lift Van 195,000 km, AWD Excellent Condition New Shocks, New Battery New seat covers New winter tires on steel rims Summer tires mounted on better looking rims $10,000 obo (250)428-9873 2005 Ford Ranger, FX4, 4.0L V6, Stock #T3392A, $12,995.

Denham Ford, DL #30786, 1800-663-3839 2005 GMC 3500 1-ton, Scott aluminum 12’ box w/flip down sides, Tommy lift gate, 2000lb capacity, certified, $18,000 obo. (250)427-3350

Trucks & Vans

ENHAM FORD (BC) LTD 1999 GMC Sierra 2WD,

2008 Ford Escape XLT V6 3.0 4WD. 153,000 km, 2nd owner, no accidents.

Great condition.

Blue exterior. $8900 Tara 250-427-6496

6.5’ box, white, 4.6, air, pw, canopy, good cond, hitch receiver & brake controller, 307,000km, $4,000 (250)489-3128

www.denhamfordbc.com 1982 Ford F250 farm truck, 6cyl, in everyday use, offers?

1982 Dodge Rampage, in everyday use, make offer (250)489-5798 1984 S10 Blazer, 4x4, 350 V8, 700 rear transmission, 9 bolt Curry rear end, $6000.

(250)427-7094 1987 BLAZER K-5, V8, 4x4, 40,000 original miles, ex. shape, California car, $7000.

(250)427-7094

Deluxe Chrome Package, New Brakes, Trailer Tow Package, New Alpine Stereo w/Sub, Excellent Shape, 189,500km,

Asking $4950 OBO Brad 250-417-9289

2000 Chevy 1-ton, longbox, crew cab, 4x4, white, auto, gas powered, new trans & more, great cond., no rust, $4500 obo. (250)464-9565 2001 Honda Odyssey, great family van, 140,000km, asking $6500. (250)489-0725 2003 Toyota Tundra 4x4, 260,000 km, well maintained, good cond., $10,500 obo.

(250)489-0771

2005 GMC Sierra 4x4 Extended Cab HD 2500, 8’ box, auto, air, CD player, 120V inverter, trailer towing package, 370,000km, well maintained, $6800.

Call after 5pm, (250)489-5068 2006 Chevy Silverado 4.8L, crewcab, 4x4, short box, new tires/glass, ex cond, 186,000 km, asking $11,900 obo.

(250)426-4624 please leave msg 2006 Ford F150 Supercab, 4x4, p/w, air, new rubber, clean, $14,000. Leave message, (250)427-5162 2010 Ford F-150, 4x4 ext cab, loaded. Also other good used trucks. 1 (250)427-6199

2007 Ford F150 Automatic, Air, cruise, keyless entry CD with IPOD jack, Accident free $6,200.00 (250)428-0108 2007 Ford F-150 XLT, 8-cyl auto, 4WD, Stock #B11210A, $13,500. Spring Honda, DL #31110, 1-888-638-4488 2008 DODGE Ram, 3500, 4x4 crew cab, loaded w/8’ box,$30,000. Good used work trucks. 1(250)427-6199 2008 Dodge Sprinter van 2500 Base Cargo van, 5-spd auto, Stock #U1699A, $19,995. Cranbrook Dodge, DL #30708, 1-888-259-7039 2008 Pontiac Montana SV6 Auto FWD, Stock #H06678C, $9500. Spring Honda, DL #31110, 1-888-638-4488 2011 Dodge 2500 SLT Diesel 4x4, Lift Kit, Crew Cab, 6.7L, auto, Stock #X010236B, $39,456. Alpine Toyota, DL #30845, 1-888-418-4798 2012 Chevrolet Express, 4.8L, 8 cyl, auto, Stock #61433 $29,942. North Star Motors, DL 5717, 1-800-6632307 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab, 5.3L 8 Cyl, 4WD, Stock #CK2853A, $28,189. North Star Motors, DL #5717, 1-800-663-2307 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 4X4 Extended Cab, 4.8L V-8 cyl, 4-spd auto, Stock #C079962A, $26,074. Alpine Toyota, DL #30845, 1-888418-4798 2012 Ford F350 Super Duty XLT Power Stroke Diesel, 6.7L 4X4, Crew Cab, auto, Stock #EB34086, $38,999. Alpine Toyota, DL #30845, 1-888418-4798 2012 GMC Terrain SLE, 3.0L 6 cyl, Auto, Stock #TL9614, $23,942. North Star Motors, DL 5717, 1-800-663-2307 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, auto, beige, Stock #U1700, $19,995. Cranbrook Dodge, DL #30708, 1-888259-7039 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, auto, silver, Stock #U1701, $19,995. Cranbrook Dodge, DL #30708, 1-888259-7039

Clean 2007 Chev Uplander Van. New snow tires & well maintained.

137,000 miles, seats 7 , heated mirrors, P/S P/B, Stereo A/C, test drive available.

Asking $4500 OBO. 250-421-7066 Hunter’s Special: 1980 Chev pickup, with Okanagan camper, great shape, comes with canopy, $3500. (250)421-9160

Transportation

Trucks & Vans

Boats

Utility trailer, 4’2’’x7’3’’ long, 2’ high with 14’’ wide tires, $1000. (250)426-7169, 9195361

16’ Boat & 9.9 Yamaha motor, $1600. (250)421-1484

Trucks - Logging

2004 TOYOTA SEQUOIA

4x4, auto, 4.7L 8-cyl, loaded, 6-CD player, DVD, seats 8, leather, heated seats, much more, 120,000 miles, great cond, maintenance receipts,

Transportation

ENHAM FORD (BC) LTD

Rare Double Eagle 14’ deep hull, 65 hp Merc outboard, hydraulic lift, ski pole & galvanized trailer, $3000. Call (250)529-7470 Sailboat, CAL 20, 3 sails (main, storm & genua), 8 hp Honda outboard, fixed keel (3’), inc. trailer, moored in Kaskanuk Harbor on Kootenay Lake, asking $5500. Call Henry, (250)428-3545

World’s Finest FISHING BOATS

www.denhamfordbc.com Utility Trailers 12x6 dual axle utility trailer, newly done, perfect for ATV’s or whatever use, $1500 obo. 1 (250)421-8434 2004 utility trailer, 3500lb axle, tip down loading ramp, spare tire, asking $900 firm.

(250)529-7434 Flatdeck trailer, 16’x8’, heavy duty, double axle, new tires & spring shackles, $3500 obo.

(250)489-5798 Quad trailer, 8’x10’, 15’’ wheels, spare tire, removable sides, 3500 lb axle, $1500.

(250)425-5032 Wells Cargo bike cargo trailer, 1500 lb torsion axle, wheel chock, 6 tie points, loading ramp, 6x6x10, $3000.

(250)464-0207

Weldcraft, Hewescraft, Lund, Godfrey Pontoons Mark’s Marine, Hayden, ID 1-888-821-2200 www.marksmarineinc.com www.jonesboysboats.com

Boats 12’ Lund aluminum boat with 8hp Mariner motor, EZ-Loader trailer & accessories, $2850 (250)426-8114 15 hp Johnson short leg 1990 outboard, $600.(250)489-3067 (250)464-1655 16.5’ open bow Canventure, tri haul, 70HP Merc, low hours, EZ Loader trailer, $3500 obo.

(250)417-0506

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Northstar Mountain Village Owners Corporation is soliciting bid proposals for

Cleaning Contractors and Firms

for contract work at Northstar Mountain Village Resort, 1351 Gerry Sorensen Way, Kimberley, B.C. Applicants are invited to tender for the delivery of cleaning services carried out at Northstar Mountain Village Resort, this includes departure cleans, annual cleans and additional cleaning services. Interested parties should contact Ruth on 250-427-7979 or at ruth@northstarmountainvillage.com for further information.

Invitation to Tender

Parking Lot Sweeping at the Following Sites: Cranbrook:

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Things to See & Do To Place a listing in our community news section: 1. open to all clubs and non-profit organizations. 2. Post your event online at www.kootenayadvertiser.com (calendar). events appear on our website oNlY. If you wish your event to be published in the paper please submit to our front desk or email: lily@kootenayadvertiser.com 3. Notices are published as space permits and for the current week only. This is not a guarantee of publication. We reserve the right to edit information.only non-profit organizations/events will be allowed.

February The FlaThead WIld-arT exhIbITIoN runs from Saturday Feb 1st-Friday Feb. 28th (during gallery hours).

For more information contact cdac@shaw. ca or 250-426-4223.

MarCH craNbrook & dISTrIcT arTS couNcIl will be hosting “ SlapshotSport in art exhibit”. local artists have submitted their “Sport themed” work to the gallery to be on display. For more information contact Marisa Phillips at 250-426-4223 or www. cranbrookanddistrictartscouncil.com

and cathe laurie, Jeremy camp, Nick Vujicic, and their families dealt with times of trial. each of these individuals has stood at a “spiritual crossroads” marked by challenging and painful circumstances, and each has chosen the road of trusting, following, and glorifying god. calvary chapel 518 cranbrook st. N. www.calvarychapelcranbrook.com The FrIeNdS oF The craNbrook PublIc lIbrarY are holding a “Magazine and audio Visual Sale” in the Manual Training room (adjacent to the library).

Friday, Feb. 28 from 9 am to 6 pm.

We are accepting donations of magazines dated 2009 to the present for this sale. audio Visual (videos, dVds, books on tape) of all ages are accepted. bring donations to the circulation desk in the library before

Feb. 27th. For more information call Michele at 250-426-4063. oPeN houSe at kootenay christian academy. come see what makes this school unique. Tours all day. everyone welcome. Pre-schoolelementary-Middle School. refreshments provided, door prize.

9am-4pm. For more information contact alissa at 250-426-0166 kcacademy.ca. haVe caMera WIll TraVel....

Join Sharon& roger Mitchell - travelogue “a pre-hilary clinton view of Myanmar” at centre 64 at 7:30 pm. admission by donation. Proceeds to kimberley arts council & expansion Project.

all proceeds going to kimberley arts council and expansion Project.

MINor ball regISTraTIoN 9am3pm at Mcdonald’s restaurant. all ages welcome. all children 4-16 and girls to 18 are eligible to play.

For more information contact Seana at 250919-4474.

The FrIeNdS oF the cranbrook Public library are holding a “Magazine and audio Visual Sale” in the Manual Training room from 9am-1pm.

We are accepting donations of magazine dated 2009 to present for this sale.audio Visual(videos, dVds, books on tape) of all ages are accepted. bring your donation to the circulation desk in the library before February 27th.

For more information contact Michele at 250-426-4063. ek PerForMINg arTS music

students will perform in a fundraiser for the r.S.P.c.a. at the knox Presbyterian church at 2pm. entry is by donation or pet food, etc.. We look forward to seeing everyone there.

Things to See & Do

February 28 MINor ball regISTraTIoN 5pm8pm at Mcdonald’s restaurant. all ages welcome. all children 4-16 and girls to 18 are eligible to play.

For more information contact Seana at 250919-4474. hISTorY coFFee houSe Night 7pm Movie night join us for hope for the hurting hearts hoPe For hurTINg hearts tells the stories of how greg

Hugs: To the garbage man that shoveled & gathered up the garbage the crows & ravens scattered around on garbage day, many thanks for your thoughtfulness.

Slugs: To mayor & council. On January 6 you received a letter demanding you put a bylaw in place to make people clean their sidewalks, parking lots & streets. Why did you only accept the letter and not do it?

Hugs: To Stan and Travis at Capital Tire.

You guys are the best!

Hugs: Endless hugs to the woman who rescued our Yorkie dog on 2nd Ave, after he bolted from us on Tuesday morning. You are truly an angel.

Hugs: A hug to all who have welcomed me to Cranbrook. There are so many friendly people here. From the Ontario lady.

Hugs: To the wonderful staff at Penningtons who make me feel amazing about myself and help me enjoy my shopping experience each time I enter their store. They go above and beyond assisting you when you are trying on clothes, and regardless of my size, I always leave feeling beautiful. Thank you so much.

Hugs: To “The Sound Principle” for generously singing valentines and presenting roses to over 40 people on the 14th and subsequently raising an incredible amount of money for the Heart & Stroke Foundation over the past several years. You four gents are a treasure!

Hugs: To the skilled and generous staff and volunteers of the Salvation Army and Street Angels for tirelessly supporting deserving people in our community in so many ways.

Hugs: To someone that found my boot grips and hung them up so that I could find them. Thanks.

Slugs: To the Kootenay Advertiser for replacing the wonderful Canadiana

crossword puzzle with the awful one now in the paper - WITH the answers already! We used to look so forward to Fridays issue and consequently ended up reading the whole paper - ads included (isn’t that what its all about?)

Now, not so much. JP Kimberley Hugs: To the beautiful young lady shopping in Safeway, who gave me a lovely pink rose from her bouquet on Valentine’s Day. You made my day!! A huge thank you!

Hugs: I just wanted to pay a compliment to the great people at Kal Tire in Cranbrook. We took my daughter’s car in for a tire repair on Feb 15. Even though we did not buy the tires there the young fellow at the front end did not charge us for the repair. It’s nice to know that there are still people out there who care.

Slugs: The first one to the person who ran over one of the pylons on McPhee Road last week. Also slug to the City of Cranbrook Public Works employee who picked up the second pylon and left pieces of the first pylon all over the road.

Hugs: I would like to send a great big hug out to my neighbour Jim. He not only shovels his walk and driveway but mine and at least 2 more in our neighbourhood. Great job Jim! It is much appreciated!

Slugs: great Big Slimy Atomic Slugs to Samsung Electronics Canada, for refusing to stand behind the products they sell to us. A brand new item, in for repairs 8 times in 16 months, and it’s still “send it back to us so we can look at it again”. Why not just fix it, or replace it?

Very poor customer service.

Slugs: To the City Transit bus driver who stated he would not help or assist me next time (I do have a disability and use a walker) when I asked for help because the ramp was not completely lowered due to the snow bank and I felt unsafe.

If you have a Hug or a Slug...we’d like to hear it. Simply email us at shannon@kootenayadvertiser.com with your short quips, compliments or complaints.

We will print the anonymous submissions for all to see. Be honest, but all we ask is you keep it tasteful. Hugs and Slugs will be printed as space allows, if we miss yours check back next week and you will be bumped to the start of the list. You can also drop by a written submission to our office at 1510 2nd Street N. or call Shannon at (250)489-3455 or 1-800-665-2382

MarCH 1 haVe caMera WIll TraVel. Join lyle grisedale travelogue “hiking in the bugaboos” at centre 64 at 7pm. admission by donation with

Cranbrook Alliance Church Sunday Service & Children’s Ministry - 10:30 am 1200 Kootenay Street N. For more info: 489-4704 Senior Pastor Grant McDowell www.cranbrookalliancechurch.com “Seeking the heartbeat of God”

EK Lutheran Parish

Website: www.eklutheran.ca • Phone: 1-866-426-7564 Pastor Fraser Coltman & Pastor Dave Morton Mt. Zion Cranbrook 920-11th St. S. Sunday Worship 10 am, Thursday Worship 7 pm Holy Cross Kimberley 105 Howard Sunday Worship 10 am Trinity Fernie 691 - 4th Ave. Sunday Worship 1:30 pm Immanuel Elkford 2700 Balmer Dr. Sunday Worship 4 pm St. Peter’s Invermere 110-7th Ave. Sunday Worship 1:30 pm

Knox Presbyterian Church

Corner Victoria and 3rd Street south 426-7165 Senior Pastor Young Families Pastor - Pastor Al Brouwer Sunday worship/children’s classes 10am Friendly congregation - biblical teaching - traditional and contemporary music - Everyone welcome!

The Salvation Army Kootenay Valley Community Church 533 Slater Road NW, 426-3612 Sunday Worship Service ............ 10:30 am Wednesday Praise Service.......... 5:00 pm Pastor: Captains Linda & Kirk Green

MarCH 3

cFuW cranbrook club welcomes all former Women of the Year recipients and all friends of the 2014 Woman of the year, gail brown, to the awards ceremony at 4pm sharp at the Manual Training centre adjacent to the Public library.

MarCH 4 TrIaNgle WoMeN’S Institute Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper 5pm-7pm. cake and Pie auction to follow. $7 per person $5 for children 10 and under. all proceeds from supper go toward the Fernie Secondary School bursary with proceeds from the

auction going to the South country crafts and critters 4h club. everyone Welcome.

MarCH 5 ST. aNdreW’S PreSbYTerIaN church at 97 boundary St. kimberley will be holding an ash Wednesday Service at 7pm. a pancake supper at 6pm.

Supper is by donation.

MarCH 6 oPeNINg NIghT recePTIoN For “SlaPShoTSPorT IN arT” 7pm-9pm at the cranbrook and district arts council. Fun Family-friendly event where the public can attend a “Meet and greet” with kootenay Ice Players and the artists of the exhibition. For more information contact Marisa Phillips at 250-426-4223 or www. cranbrookanddistrictartscouncil.com

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” ~ Matthew 11:28

Calvary Chapel Cranbrook Sunday Service - 10:30 am Wednesday Bible Study 7:00pm 518 Cranbrook St. N. (next door to KFC) For more info: 421-1822 Pastor Steve Moon www.calvarychapelcranbrook.com

Cranbrook United Church

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Rum Runner Days remains deferred

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Council voted to defer Rum Runner Days to 2015 to allow time to plan and recruit volunteers to organize the event.

On Feb. 18, Sheldon Steinke, chief administrative officer, advised council that last year’s Chairperson was out of the country for the next four months and it was getting late to begin planning anything for this summer.

He recommended that deferring the event would allow administration time to “research options, implications and budget for a 2015 event to po-

tentially include Thunder in the Valley and Rum Runner Days”.

There is a total of $40,000 identified in the 2014 triennial budget for the event.

“It’s almost too late in the day to start planning a Rum Runners event… I think if we defer it for a year, we could have better planning in place,” said Councillor Shar Lazzarotto.

Mayor Blair Painter said he’d like to see the municipality start to canvass for volunteers as soon as possible.

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Councillor Marlene Anctil also pointed out that with the Crowsnest Pass Show & Shine moving to another weekend and the Taste of Crowsnest not happening, “it doesn’t leave much in between”.

It was agreed to defer Rum Runner Days and start working towards 2015 by advertising for volunteers at the end of July.

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In a unanimous vote held on Feb. 18, council overturned the tax penalty implemented by the previous council in 2011 that called for a flat 20 per cent penalty on all tax bills unpaid as of July 1st.

The new bylaw will charge a penalty as follows: • Eight per cent on July 1st • Additional 2 per cent Aug. 1st • Additional 2 per cent Sept.

1st • Additional 2 per cent Oct. 1st • Additional 2 per cent Nov. 1st • Additional 2 per cent Dec. 1st • Additional 2 per cent Jan. 1st Property taxes are due for payment by June 30 each year.

The new penalties become effective March 31.

Chief Administrative Officer Sheldon Steinke said this type of progressive installment system is used by other municipalities.

“The previous penalties bylaw resulted in a yearly cost of about 52 per cent on penalties,” said Councillor Dean Ward.

“This takes it down to 20 per cent which is much more in line with everybody else, certainly in rural southern Alberta. The 52 per cent obviously wasn’t working because it hasn’t reduced the amount of taxes that we’re in arrears each year. In fact the numbers have increased. So I think it was an unnecessary hardship.”

According to Steinke, currently total tax arrears for the municipality are $1.68 million with $1.2 million owed from Blairmore’s River Run properties, $147,000 from Bridgegate Development property near Crowsnest Lake, and the remaining $332,000 from all other property owners.

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sent the municipality on an existing legal file.

Motions made from in-camera Feb. 18 * Defer discussion on filling vacancy for Agricultural Fieldman position to March 4. * Defer future issues on the Bridgegate Development to March 25. * Enter into EMS and Fire/Rescue responded to a call on Tecumseh Road at 4:05 contract of serp.m. on Feb. 17 when a cross-country skier was injured on a backcounvice with HJC try trail. Although the ambulance was stuck, there were no delays in Consulting Inc. getting to the patient because the four-man Fire/Rescue crew offfor assistance in loaded their snowmobiles and were able to reach the patient shortly designing and fiafter 5 p.m. while a three-man ambulance crew were able to dislodge nal preparation the ambulance from the snowdrift. of 2014 budget.

Photo submitted * Adopt management report from joint manBy Joni MacFarlane * Recommend to Alberta agement-union meeting of Editor Transportation that speed Feb. 10. zones on Highway 3 remain Motions made from in-camera as posted withy no changes Feb. 4 and that Enhanced Visibility SAEWA membership deferred The Southern Alberta Ener* Designate the driver po- Signage be put in place for the gy from Waste Association is a sition for the Town Rounder School Zone. coalition of 72 municipal entiservice to a full-time position. * Make arrangements to ties and waste management ju* Cancel a meeting estab- turn over to the Smoke Eaters risdictions in southern Alberlished to continue investigation Community Club some of the ta.

It is committed to research into purchase practices at the residual equipment and negoBlairmore municipal shop and tiate the transfer or donation and implementation of energy put the purchasing policy on of other equipment to Emer- recovery from non-recyclable the joint union-management gency Services they are cur- waste to reduce long-term relimeeting agenda. rently using. The Municipality ance on landfills.

Sheldon Steinke, chief ad* Confirm council’s wish to will recognize the Smoke Eatministrative officer, told counremain the Regulatory Au- ers Community Club for their cil Crowsnest Pass has been a thority on changes proposed donation publicly. member for about three years by the Power Retail Marketing * Contact Bruce Decoux and with the annual dues paid Review. request his assistance to reprethrough the Crowsnest/Pinch-

COMMUNITY CALENDAR February 27 - Join your fellow riders for UROC’s 2014 AGM at 6:30 p.m. at the Rum Runner Restaurant (downstairs), Coleman. Food and beverages will be provided by the club. After the meeting, there will be a presentation by Andrew Fairhurst about his experiences during the 10-day world championship adventure race in Costa Rica.

FEBRUARY 28 & MARCH 28 – Crowsnest Curling Club Ladies night, $5 drop-in fee, no commitment. No experience necessary. Details on our website “Crowsnest Curling Club”.

MARCH 1 – Wintervention 2014 with events throughout the day including Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m. at Elks Hall, Sole Survivor Foot Race at 10 a.m., Frying Pan Toss at 10 a.m., Human Dog Sled Races at 1 p.m., History Detectives at Crowsnest Museum from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Snowshoe/ski event from 3 p.m. to

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5 p.m. At Allison-Chinook Cross-country Trails, and dance at 6 p.m. at Elks Hall.

MARCH 10 to 14 - CNP Music Festival is looking for new volunteers to add to the existing volunteer pool. Jobs available: secretaries at sessions, sitting at admission desk at sessions, etc. Sessions run in the morning, afternoon and evening at various locations throughout the Pass.

Even if you are only able to help with one session during the week, you are a valuable help! Contact Sheila Lonsbury or Krisztina Wood. Without volunteers the festival would not run.

MARCH 14 to 16 – Crowsnest Mixed Shamrock Bonspiel. Dress in your finest Blarney style. Friday entertainment and Saturday pig roast supper included.

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They have since decided to discontinue their membership and it is now up to the municipality to decide.

The matter was deferred to allow landfill council representatives to get more information.

Board appointment Terry Hrudy was appointed as the Municipal Planning Commission representative to sit on the Municipal Heritage Board.

Alberta Municipal Health & Safety Association Crowsnest Pass has gained its recognition as a partnership member with the provincial Injury Reduction program until November 2016.

CAO Stienke advised council there will be a discussion during budget talks about the future of a health and safety position within the municipality.

Land use amended First reading was given to a bylaw amending property in Coleman from Residential to Group Country Residential.

Development Officer Ken Bourdeau said over the years, the land has been the subject of numerous subdivision and rezoning applications and is currently split zoned.

There is a pending real estate transaction with a condition that the split zoning be removed. Development permit applications can’t be accepted until the issue is resolved, Bourdeau said.

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tre hosts “Colour my World” - hands on scientific learning for families with pre-schoolers. Room 216, Horace Allen School 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Remember to dress for mess!

APRIL 17 to 20 – The Bunny Bonspiel. $280 entry fee per team includes three events in Mens or Ladies league, Friday night entertainment, Saturday night banquet and dance. A portion of the entry fee supports the Crowsnest Curling Club.

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We’re Canadian, we’re sorry

There was an image making the social media rounds last week after the Canadian women’s hockey team won gold at the 2014 Winter Olympics.

“On behalf of all Canadians, sorry for being so awesome all the time,” it read, painted on a well-used ice surface. Funny stuff but oh, so true.

After centuries of instant apologies, the country can finally proclaim our “awesomeness” after coming in third in medal standings at 25 (10 gold, 10 silver and five bronze).

Our rightful sense of pride is topped only by our glee at besting the U.S. Beating Finland? Latvia? Sweden? Nice, but nothing compared to the U.S., leaving us to wonder, why do we love beating the Americans so much?

Ever since the War of 1812, we’ve sat in our neighbour’s shadow silently swallowing their annoying proclamations of greatness while they’ve looked down their noses at us (if they happened to look at all).

As a nation, we were the pale skinny guy who always got sand kicked in his face at the beach.

Canada’s Own The Podium program was our membership to the gym and we’ve now beefed up enough to kick back.

Tired of the shadow, our national consciousness exploded last week into a rightful feeling that we can do some things better than they can.

It’s not always pretty – that feeling – but if we can’t be a little bit smug knowing we nailed our place on the top of the heap, then so be it.

We can handle that they don’t really know where we are or that they think we live in igloos, hunt seals for dinner and our policemen are always smiling in their handsome red serge.

Now that they know we’re the undeniable king of the rink – curling and hockey – that’s all that counts.

Gloat on Canada. You deserve it.

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Letters Multi-use recreation facility requires new thinking

Dear Editor, We would like to respond to a recent editorial in the Pass Herald (Feb. 12, 2014) entitled, “We Just Can’t Afford One”.

Each generation likes to look back and see that they have contributed to the betterment of society and their community. Here in the Crowsnest Pass, we have a legacy of infrastructure that is deteriorating and in need of replacement. The generations alive now and looking forward to years in the Crowsnest Pass want to take the opportunity to build, to invest in a better future for this area.

Small towns can acquire a Cultural and Recreation Center with an indoor pool. All one has to do is vary from the historical business model which means everything is paid out of taxes.

A case in point is Grande Cache. It has had a pool from its inception in the late 1960s because Macintyre Mines knew it was important. They now have a new, upgraded indoor leisure centre with the old pool replaced.

In the Crowsnest Pass, some 400 individuals contribute to the British Columbia mining operations of Teck.

Perhaps a community-focused presentation could be made to Teck, and rather than seeing many smaller donations, we could establish a different gift arrangement. In addition to Teck, we could have two new mines in the area by 2020.

What change in approach would be needed to influence these new mines to contribute in meaningful ways towards a community goal of a Cultural and Recreational Hub? Could our community pull together in such a way that every club and group contributes something? Could the many friends we have

that love the CNP but have to work away be influenced to help us? If giving towards a Cultural and Recreation Hub could be set up so that tax receipts are available, could we build a facility?

If there was a planned giving program in place, would some individuals will funds towards such a center? If memorandums of agreements were put in place for some business to be housed in the facility, how much would this offset costs? If our whole community started using Fund Script (a way to raise funds with the shopping you do anyhow), how much money would be placed in a construction fund? Could we plan for a 10 month year? Based on community priorities what about a complete engineered design with a phased construction?

If one wants a pool in place by 2020, the time to begin working on plans would be now.

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Letters

From page 4...

In the recent Municipality of CNP Recreational Survey, not officially released yet but with facts appearing in Councillor Dean Ward’s blog, we can see that more than sixty percent of those surveyed would accept up to $100 more on their taxes and half of those stated they would accept more than a $100 increase.

In discussions with the manager of the Sparwood pool in 2011, it was stated that some of the biggest opposition to a pool will come from the elderly who are on a fixed income. This is understandable and we have a high percentage of retirees.

The other side of the coin though is that there is potential for the elderly to become major users/supporters of the facility due to the health benefits of staying active. Pools cost money, even more so than a ski hill, and neither break even. That is just a fact of life and one must look to quality of life assessments to gauge the value to

a community.

Yes, we are a small community, and without a population of 15,000, a pool may never be attainable. However, we have not heard the last good idea on how to fund the operating costs for a cultural and recreation hub that includes an indoor pool, indoor track and live theatre facility.

Believing it can be done demands positive thinking. Believing it can be done requires creative thinking. Believing it can be done stimulates the need to work together. We all know that it will take all groups, clubs, businesses, friends living away from our community, industry, municipal, provincial and federal governments focused on an improved future for the Crowsnest Pass for a cultural and recreation hub to rise from the depths of despair and pragmatism cultivated here.

The Mission of the Crowsnest Cultural and Recreation Society (CCRS) otherwise known as Crowsnest CanDO includes planning for the inclu-

CAO Report

By Joni MacFarlane Editor Sheldon Steinke, Chief Administrative Officer, presented an update to council on Feb. 4 and Feb. 18 reporting on major issues the municipality is working on.

First, tenders have been advertised for work on municipal properties damaged by last June’s spring flooding event under the Disaster Recovery Program.

Site tours were held with the Disaster Recovery Program engineers and municipal operations staff as well as a pre-tender meeting.

Closing date for bids is Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. After that date, said Steinke, there will be a tender evaluation process with the municipality and Stantec Engineering to shortlist the proposals.

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Steinke assured council the tender process was open to the public and anyone could place a bid.

Job vacancy postings for the Director of Planning, Engineering & Operations and the Director of Finance & Corporate Services have been made with a deadline for applications on Feb. 20. As of Feb. 14, Steinke said, 10 applications have been received for the finance position and seven for the planning position.

A human resources specialist, Mary C. Thompson Ph.D., is under contract with the municipality to provide screening and selection services for these positions, he added.

A meeting with CUPE representatives was rescheduled to Feb. 10, said Steinke, to work through a number of items on their agenda.

The finance team is working toward

sion of the top five items mentioned in the Municipal Recreation Report (pool, fitness/wellness, walking/running track, banquet facility and performing arts spaces).

The mission also calls for the development of a management framework integrated with the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass and recognizes the need to liaise with groups, businesses and industry towards a better tomorrow. Let’s join together “one in purpose” and create a new model for the delivery of a Cultural and Recreational Hub in the Crowsnest Pass. This generation can choose a better future than we have seen in the past. Crowsnest Can Do it.

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completion of year-end, said Steinke, and a meeting will be held in March with the auditors.

Deliberations will start at the end of February followed by a “marathon of meetings” in March and April to finalize the 2014 budget and prepare for the mill rate bylaw.

Steinke said he hopes to hold the first in-camera orientation session with council on Feb. 27.

He has also hired a contractor to help with budget preparations.

Tenders for work through the province’s Fire Smart program were awarded to two local firms, he said.

Trotz Brothers Holdings and Simply Live began work on Feb. 19 in the Nez Perce area cleaning up deadfall and clearing areas that could pose a fire hazard on municipal and forestry land.

Volunteers make our community grow Submitted

Last year’s winner of the Order of Crowsnest Pass was Jane Ann Reimer.

Residents are invited to submit nominations for this year’s outstanding volunteer contributor.

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Plans are underway to celebrate the role that volunteers play in making our community strong and vibrant!

The 2014 Crowsnest Pass Volunteer Appreciation Night will be held on Thursday, April 10 at the MDM Community Centre in Bellevue. In the past the banquet has been a highlight for many volunteers.

An important part of the celebration is awarding of the Order of Crowsnest Pass and the Outstanding Youth Award to two very deserving community volunteers.

The Order of Crowsnest Pass has been awarded annually since 1983 to an individual who exemplifies outstanding dedication to volunteer service in our community.

The Outstanding Youth Award was added in 2012 to recognize a youth between 12 and 18 years of age who has made positive contributions to our community and makes time to participate in voluntary activities; in school, at church, in recreation, cultural or other community organizations.

The citizens of the Crowsnest Pass are invited to nominate deserving individuals for these awards.

Nomination forms are available at the Municipal Office and online at; http://www. crowsnestpass.com/ living-here/community-services/familyand-community-support-services.

Deadline for nominations is March 19.

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For six years, she has provided this much-needed service to the elderly and housebound, or those who’ve recently returned from hospital and are unable to cook their own meals again.

As helpful as it is for those on the receiving end, Karen says delivering Meals on Wheels is also greatly rewarding.

Many people, she said, look forward to the contact she brings as much as the meal itself and she’s happy to spend a little time getting to know them and listening to their stories.

“These folks are the heart and history upon which this unique community was built. The very least we can give in return is our care and respect,” says Karen. “I feel it is an honour to help these wonderful people.”

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n o i t n e v r e t n i W 2014 Feb. 28-March 1

Feb. 28 • Prohibition-era cocktail party at Crowsnest Museum - “Noble Experiment exhibit including music, ticketed bar, costume contest March 1 • Pancake Breakfast (Blairmore Lions) Elks Hall, Blairmore • Sole Survival Foot Race - Elks Hall , Blairmore

• Frying Pan Toss - Gazebo Park, Blairmore Kid and Adult prizess • Human Dog Sled Race - Gazebo Park , Blairmore Prizes and costume contest • History Detectives - Crowsnest Museum 1-4pm This drop in program cost $2 per participant • CCRS theme dance with Calgarys Tequila Rain Band & Silent Auction

Support the vision of our Crowsnest Pass Rec. Centre by attending this fun filled fundraiser

Crowsnest Historical Society celebrates Gushul Submitted

The Noble Experiment: Temperance & Prohibition is now on display at the Crowsnest Museum.

The exhibit, which runs to May 3, was organized by the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives as part of the Travelling Exhibit Partnership Program.

Photo by J. MacFarlane

The Crowsnest Historical Society will be holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday, March 9 at 2 p.m. in the Coleman Senior’s Drop In Centre Building at 7805 – 18th Avenue in historic downtown Coleman.

This year’s AGM will be honouring Evan Gushul and celebrating the Gushul Photograph Collection with a slide presentation featuring a selection of images of Evan’s photography and that of his father, Thomas Gushul.

Evan donated his personal photographic images and his vast collection of Thomas Gushul negatives and photographs to the Crowsnest Museum. Most of the images are of people, places and events in the Crowsnest Pass.

The photographic slide show tribute to the Gushuls will be presented by Ian McKenzie.

The Annual General Meeting will provide update’s on the society’s past year operations; current financial position; and future plans for new programming at the Crowsnest Museum.

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At the meeting the society will be holding elections for new directors to serve on the Society’s executive.

Anyone interested in running for director is asked to contact Belle Kovach at 403-5644709 for further information about being a director. Also nominations from the floor will be permitted.

All interested persons are welcome to attend the meeting to hear an update on the operations and programmes of the Crowsnest Museum and to celebrate the Gushul Photographic Collection Legacy.

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Thursday, February 27, 2014 Crowsnest Pass Free Press

Recreation study begins recommendations

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A consulting firm specializing in parks and recreation, is developing a feasibilty study for the Crowsnest Pass in partnership with a steering committee. Results will be made public by summer.

Photo submitted

By Joni MacFarlane recreation facilities. know there are certain areas of Editor “We not only looked at them recommendations that we will in a physical sense but we also deal with in the master plan The preliminary stage of a have as much analysis as we or strategic plan,” said Roma. study commissioned to look at can of the usership,” he said. “But instead of us taking that recreation in Crowsnest Pass “Where we could, we have done data and coming up with our has been completed and the analysis of utilization.” own recommendations… we second phase will begin within A survey was mailed out to all like to involve the community the next few weeks. households in the municipality in making some of those deciRC Strategies, an Edmonton- with a response of 578 com- sions… and to get good input based niche consulting compa- pleted – a response, he said, from them so they are in fact ny, were hired in 2013 to con- that was very good and statisti- part of the process.” duct a feasibility study in the cally reliable.

“If we develop a plan that Crowsnest Pass to look at the One of the most interesting had engagement from the communicipality’s current state of findings, he added, was from munity… and have them help recreation and its future needs. people who indicated they par- us figure out what these recomMichael Roma, partner with ticipated in recreation is to en- mendations could be, then the RC Strategies, told the Crows- joy nature. chances of it actually happennest Pass Free Press they were “The incidence of people ing and being implemented, are in the preliminary stages of the saying that was way higher in better,” Roma said. study. He was unable to talk Crowsnest than it’s ever been “We still use our expertise about the findings of the re- in any other municipality that and our own interpretation in search until they have been pre- we’ve worked in,” said Roma. developing the plans but we do sented to council and released In this regard, he said, it use input from the committee to the public, he added. shows that a large part of recre- to start the discussion,” he said.

For the Crowsnest Pass study, ation is the outdoor/backcoun“In some cases it does provide Roma said they’re conducting a try piece, and issues such as the value to the recommendations recreation master plan to “look South Saskatchewan Regional we make and in other cases, at the current state of recre- land use plan and the trails sys- it’s the same conclusion we ation in the community and tem needs to be considered in would’ve come to but we did it what kind of enhancements the larger plan, he said. together instead of on our own could be added to the current RC Strategies also sent out as a consultant coming from state or to the current delivery a survey to volunteer organi- Edmonton.” system, or what kind of future zations such as sports groups, A report including all the focuses there should be for in- arts and culture groups, and research and its findings, has frastructure investment, so the service clubs, that asked their been presented to the steermunicipality has a strategic opinion on what the current ing committee and questions course of action... to guide state of recreation is and what with questions about a multi[them].” they want to see in the future. purpose facility posed to the First, he said, they began by Twenty-three responses were group, he said. “fact-finding” and research to received out of a total of 86 of RC Strategies is in the process learn the background of the the group surveys, which Roma of gathering their responses community. said was also a good rate of re- and the results will be compiled This includes talking to as sponse. and included in the final results many people as they can in a Finally, they held 33 individu- which he hopes to release to the variety of different ways to get al interviews with people either public prior to summer. They opinions, looking at inventory representing groups or key peo- also expect to host an open and, in some cases comparing ple in the community. house with opportunities for Crowsnest Pass to similar muRoma said they were guided public input. nicipalities or regions, as well on who to talk to by a steer“The whole point is we look as looking at trends nationally, ing committee that includes at what you have right now as provincially, and locally. the Sport & Recreation Com- a municipality and we listen to “We always have to relate mittee, members of municipal what people say about what you whatever we come up with in administration, and represen- have right now,” said Roma. terms of recommendations tatives from the Culture & Her“That includes programs, that back to planning that’s already itage committee. includes infrastructure, indoor been endorsed by the municiAll findings including the and outdoor, and then we try pality,” said Roma. “There initial research will be brought to figure out what are the best are a variety of things that ex- back to the steering committee, things to do moving forward.” ist and we want to make sure he added, to work together on Watch the CNP Free Press for that... we build upon [them].” recommendations. more information as it becomes Roma said he visited all the “We interpret the data and we public.

Crowsnest Pass Free Press Thursday, February 27, 2014

Need for Ag Services stressed

By Joni MacFarlane Editor

A member of the municipal Agricultural Services Board emphasized the need for the program to continue.

Larry Mitchell told council on Feb. 18 that at one time Crowsnest Pass was considered an urban municipality but when it joined the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties (AAMDC), Crowsnest Pass was considered rural-urban, he said.

Because of the municipality’s rural connection, they were then able to form an Agricultural Services Board, which received funding from the province.

Mitchell said the municipality is currently receiving about $133,000 in provincial grants.

Criteria for the funding is that a municipality must have an Agricultural Services Board and an Agricultural Field person. They are also mandated to control weeds, soil erosion and vermin.

“If we don’t comply with these rules and regulations, we don’t get our grants,” said Mitchell.

Without the Board, the municipality will not receive grants but will have to pay for weed, soil erosion and vermin control out of their own budget, he added.

“It’s money we get that we wouldn’t get, but we still have to control them,” said Mitchell. “I’m imploring you as council to continue with the Agricultural Services Board as it is.”

Agricultural Fieldman, Kim Lutz, has resigned and will be leaving the municipality on March 14.

At an earlier council meeting, Lutz and Kelley Cooley, Southern Alberta Weed

Coordinator, presented council with a historical look at the need for the program, and how the current program is

said Cooley. “It’s not just that [weeds] have a legislated responsibility, it’s that they have a devastating impact on the

Dame’s Rocket is one of several invasive weeds that present a problem in the region. Municipal council has been informed on the importance of keeping the Agricultural Services Board and Agricultural Fieldman position.

Photo submitted operated and funded.

“Weeds are a huge threat in terms of losses in agricultural/forest production and destruction of natural ecosystems,”

ground and the water system.”

He added that the thin, gravelly soil of the Pass is a breeding ground for these invasive species, “a nursery for these plants

Police briefs

By Joni MacFarlane Editor Between Feb. 12 and Feb. 19, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to 38 calls for service.

They included: Assaults: 2 Threats/Harassments:3 Mischief/Vandalism: 1 Disturbing Peace: 3 Driving Complaints: 3 MV Collisions: 16 Suspicious Occurrences: 2 Assistance to General Public: 2 Assistance to Other Agencies: 1 False Alarms: 2 Animal Calls: 2 Municipal Bylaws: 1 Prisoners Held: 3 Lady luck On Feb. 13 at 12:45 p.m., police received a report from a witness who saw a semi-tractor trailer rollover that went through a guard rail and rolled down a 70foot embankment on Highway 22, about 40 km north of Highway 3. The 63-year-old driver from Calgary was uninjured.

Feelin’ guilty On Feb. 13 at 9:10 p.m., an intoxicated male attended the RCMP detachment to turn himself in on outstanding warrants.

The 33-year-old male from Edmonton was arrested for public intoxication and released when sober.

Wrong turn On Feb. 14 at 12 p.m., a 28-yearold male from Calgary reported he was lost. His GPS had in-

dicated he take Highway 940 from Calgary to Coleman and his vehicle had become stuck in the snow. Police patrolled and picked him up about 4 km north of Coleman. He had walked about 10 km since 7 p.m.

dow smashed out of a vehicle at a parking lot in Blairmore.

A 23-year-old male from Blairmore was arrested and lodged in cells for intoxication. He advised he was willing to pay for damages and no charges were laid.

Harassment I On Feb. 14 at 11:30 a.m., police received a complaint from a Crowsnest Pass male that another male was harassing him.

The matter is under investigation.

Harassment II On Feb. 15 at 5 p.m., police received a complaint from a Coleman resident that a 45-year-old female, also from Coleman, was harassing him. No charges are pending.

Dumb and dumber On Feb. 14 at 11:30 p.m., police received a complaint of a passenger tossing beer cans from a vehicle stopped on Highway 3 near Blairmore. Police attended and noted the smell of marijuana in the vehicle. A minor amount of drugs and some alcohol were seized. The 35-year-old male from Regina was charged for possession of open liquor.

The 34-year-old driver, also from Regina, was sober and was not charged.

Fire On Feb. 16 at 9 p.m., police received a report of a trailer attached to a vehicle on fire on Highway 22. Police attended and found a snowmobile trailer attached to a truck fully engulfed in flames. The 41-yearold driver from Calgary was not injured. The truck received minor damage and the two 2012 snowmobiles in the trailer were damaged. The fire was not of a suspicious nature.

Cat collision On Feb. 15 at 7:45 p.m., a Sparwood resident attended the RCMP detachment with a young deceased cougar that had been hit on Highway 3 near Lundbreck. There was no damage to the vehicle. The animal was turned over to Fish & Wildlife.

Smashed On Feb. 15 at 2:20 a.m., police received a complaint of a win-

Assault On Feb. 18 at 11:55 p.m., police received a complaint from a Coleman resident that she was assaulted at her residence about one month earlier by her ex-boyfriend. The matter is under investigation.

Harassment III On Feb. 18 at 10 a.m., police received a complaint from a Coleman resident of ongoing harassment by an ex-boyfriend. The matter is under investigation.

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to take hold and spread”.

There are an abundance of weeds in Crowsnest Pass because it’s a major transportation corridor and water, wildlife, rail, people and vehicles spread plants. Aided by wind, said Cooley, the Crowsnest Pass is “a perfect storm for invasive weeds to get a foothold and spread”.

He stressed that good work has been done in the past and they are trying to be a “check stop” for weeds coming in from B.C. Facilitated by the M.D. of Pincher Creek, a cooperative jointly funded weed program began in 1981 in the Pass that ran to 2005.

After funding the program on a seasonal basis, the province then decided municipalities had to set up a full-time program, Cooley said. Crowsnest Pass council of the day decided not to and the seasonal funding stopped.

“That was an unfortunate decision. It stopped the momentum that we had,” said Cooley. “On the ground, things started to go backwards.”

For two years, the M.D. of Ranchland contributed to a seasonal weed inspector position filled by Lutz.

This position was approved for fulltime in 2011 and the Agricultural Services Board now receives provincial grants to employ an agricultural fieldman, a seasonal weed/pest inspector and a riparian restoration technician. Two licensed pesticide applicator contractors are also hired.

Together, with the Agricultural Services Board they manage three programs - weed control, riparian restoration, and pest control.

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Thursday, February 27, 2014 Crowsnest Pass Free Press

Crowsnest Reads Crowsnest Reads is a new section in the Free Press that talks about what we’re reading and why. We will feature a few selections every week and hope many, many people in the community participate.

If you would like to be included, please send a brief paragraph or two telling us what you’re reading and why you chose it, what you liked (or didn’t).

Any and every genre goes – children’s books, non-fiction, biography, business, historical, how-to’s, self-help, graphic novels, romance, humour, whatever you’re into.

Let’s talk about what we’re reading. Send your submissions to joni.macfar@gmail. com.

Pat Lucas Author: Laurie R. King Mary Russell Series: Politics, women’s rights, religious expression, governmental oppression–all these and more wander through the Russell historical mystery stories set in the time of the Great War and into the 1920s, and around the world.

Mary Russell, 15-years-old, gawky, egotistical, and recently orphaned, stumbles into an elderly and retired Sherlock Holmes in 1915 and a brilliant mystery series begins.

Under his tutelage, this very modern 20th century woman proves a deft protégée and a fitting partner for the Victorian detective.

I love the series because: I have a connection with England and enjoy its history; I’ve been to Oxford, England, university town extraordinaire; there are 12 novels and another is in the works; all the books are in the Chinook Arch library system and can be brought in to the Crowsnest Community Library free; and there is absolutely nothing that I don’t like about it!

Susan Wagner Altner, Sandi Krawchenko (2011). Ravenscraig. Winnipeg, MB: Heartland Associates This excellent novel traces the members of two families who settle in Winnipeg in the late 1890s, whose stories eventually link together. One is a multi-generational family of Russian Jews who have dreamed of immigrating to Canada for years. The experiences of different family members with poverty and discrimination in four different countries, including Canada, are fascinating and informative. The other family’s story revolves around a businessman and con artist who is determined to be rich and a member of Winnipeg’s high society. Ravenscraig Hall is the name of the huge mansion he buys to establish his reputation.

The conditions and events that shaped Winnipeg between 1895 and 1914 are key parts of the novel. I learned a great deal about the racism Anglo-Saxons demonstrated against Eastern European immigrants, the systemic discrimination of the rich against the poor, and advantages provided to men compared to women. Contrasts in housing and working conditions are well described. Key events woven into the story include the booming economic times; the large fires in downtown Winnipeg; the prevalence of typhoid, dysentery, and cholera with various theories on causes; and the sinking of the Titanic.

In the worlds of both families, knowing who knows who and who is able to assist with personal goals is essential for success.

People in both families struggle with decisions related to identity, education, occupation, love, and loyalty. The reader is pulled into the story of each family member and cannot predict endings, so the

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book is a very good read.

Bernice Sprague I’ve just begun “The Amazing Foot Race of 1921”, a race from Halifax to Vancouver in 134 days written by Shirley Jean Roll Tucker, the book I bought with my gift certificate from Crockets Trading Company in Bellevue.

One young man from Halifax planned the hike with a friend who backed out before the departure date of Jan. 17, 1921.

A second young man began with him but only stuck with him until Sussex, New Brunswick, so he carried on alone.

A father and son from Dartmouth, both veterans returned from the First World War, were inspired to take the challenge and vowed to pass the first hiker before he got to Montreal. ( A little Halifax/Dartmouth rivalry there!)

The third set of hikers was a young husband originally from Windsor, N.S. and his wife, ‘a Halifax County girl’, who were 15 days behind the first hiker and seven days behind the father and son pair as they departed Feb. 1, 1921.

The weather, as far as I’ve read, was not kind to any of them but the warmth of the people they’ve come in contact has more than made up for it. I can’t wait to read on......

Karen Manzer I am currently reading “7 Tools to Beat Addiction” by Stanton Peele, Ph.D., J.D. It uses research results from Canada and the U.S. to provide an alternative view of addiction, away from the disease-model and perceptions of substances as being allpowerful. It points out the need to focus not just on illegal drugs and alcohol, but also the powerful impact of problem use

CLUES ACROSS 1. Boring routine 4. Back talk 8. Emerald Isle 10. Snow leopard 11. 1/20 of an ancient shekel 13. Language of Apia 14. Relating to NH2 15. British Air Aces 16. Woman (French) 17. Cheese skins 18. Deafening noise 19. Cheeky talk 20. Early photograph 24. Basics 25. 007’s Flemming 26. Photograph (slang) 27. Male sheep 28. Norse sea goddess 29. Small cask 30. Ch. Osgood hosts 37. Confederate soldier 38. Radioactivity unit 39. Chocolate tree 40. Express surprise 41. Express delight 42. Mary mourning Jesus 43. 18th century indoor cap 45. Thanjavur University 46. Skilled 47. Hindu mother goddess 48. Follow by one’s foot 49. Born of

CLUES DOWN 1. Respect 2. Azotemia 3. Exhausting 4. Accumulation 5. Lack of moral standards in a society 6. A rascal 7. X100 = 1 tala 9. River of Haikou, China 10. Lout 12. Stockings 13. Capital of Chile 15. Spanish for river 18. 12th month (abbr.)

19. Skilled nurse 21. Unit of precipitation 22. Corpuscle count (abbr.)

23. Sweet potato 26. God of fields & woods

27. Dream sleep 28. Polish or stroke 29. Kilo yard (abbr.)

30. Member of U.S. Navy 31. Express pleasure 32. Written acknowledgment (abbr.)

33. Neptune’s closest satellite 34. O’Neill play “The ____ Cometh” 35. Homegrown 36. Goalkeeper 37. __ Island, U.S. State 40. Far East nursemaid 41. Food grain 44. 2 stripe rank (abbr.)

or addiction to prescription drugs, gambling, pornography/sex, food, cigarettes, unhealthy relationships, electronics and shopping, etc.

It encourages understanding inner motivation, values, importance of a culture of moderation, rewards, changing our thinking and behaviour, and engaging with our resources.

Peele shares research results that the majority of people with substance problem use (which may or may not be diagnosed as addiction) manage to either reduce their use so it is no longer harmful, or quit altogether on their own. The minority who do need professional help, he encourages to trust their own experience of what type of treatment and what philosophy of addiction is helpful to them.

This is a readable and encouraging book for all of us in our various struggles. As a counsellor in private practice, it is a good resource for me as I help clients to explore a more healthy way of being, and support their various goals.

Valerie Saje I recently read Elizabeth George’s 2012 novel called “Believing the Lie”. It is one of her latest in the Detective Lynley series.

This one has Detective Lynley investigating whether the death of the son of a prominent business figure was in fact accidental as ruled by an official inquest. Of course, during his investigation, he finds many family members and others with secrets and motives galore.

At over 500 pages, it is a novel you can really get into. It wasn’t one of my favourites though; the characters weren’t as well developed as in some of her other novels.

However, it won’t stop me from reading any more of her novels in the future.

The Food Bank Needs Your Help!

Please drop off your donations at our location on 20th Avenue

Mon. & Wed., 5-7 pm., Thurs. 11am-2pm (closed Tues.)

(403)564-5110

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In Memoriam to Grant Edward Caldwell Memories are like leaves of gold, They never tarnish or grow old Locked in our hearts You will always be Loved and remembered For all eternity.. Until we meet again....

Uncle Les, Crystal, Corey and Sage

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Please be advised that any personal belongings abandoned in Unit 28-100 Red Cedar Drive (Mountain Air Chalets) must be claimed before noon Feb 27/14 or they will be disposed of.

Contact 250-910-0600

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The family of the late Stuart (Crusher) Miles would like to express their utmost gratitude for the compassion shown to us by so many people.

Thank you to all who visited, phoned, sent sympathy cards & online condolences, food and flowers.

Your support has helped us all in this difficult time.

Pat, Carol, Louis and Families.

Coming Events QUALITY ASSURANCE course for Health Canada’s Commercial Marijuana Program. February 22 & 23 Best Western Hotel, Kelowna, BC. Tickets: www.greenlineacademy.com or 1-855-860-8611 or 250870-1882.

THE 5th annual WCOWMA-BC Convention & Trade Show will be held at the South Thompson Inn and Conference Centre (3438 Shuswap Road) in Kamloops on February 20 - 23, 2014. Workshops, open forum discussions, networking opportunities and door prizes. Trade show admission is complimentary. Don’t miss the only wastewater trade show and convention in BC. More info at www.wcowma-bc.com

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* Carpenters * Drywallers * Plumbers for work in the Elk Valley Phone 250-423-0272 for information North Enderby Timber is looking to hire for various positions including Millwright and/or Fabricator, Heavy Duty Mechanic and Electrician. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.

WE have an immediate opening for a dynamic fireplace salesperson for our busy store in Vernon. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in the fireplace industry, in either the retail or building sector, be comfortable in dealing with homeowners and contractors alike,and possess the drive and determination needed to excel in a fast paced environment. We offer an excellent starting salary and commission structure,as well as benefits and RRSP plan.

If interested in this position please reply in confidence to Bob.anderson@hbcvernon.ca

Civil Engineering Technologist II (re-Advertisement) District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.94 - $45.90, over two years.

Civil Technologist diploma required. Duties include infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D. and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s license required.

Submit resumes by February 27, 2014, 4:40 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca.

Further information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca

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Career Opportunities Engineering Office Manager required for GMC Consultants office in Trail. Seeking an experienced Engineer (minimum 10 years) with an Industrial Design background and experience with project management and estimating techniques. Ideal candidate is a registered Professional Engineer.

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Feed & Hay HAY FOR SALE small square $160/ton 250-428-4316

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Homes for Rent 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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FEBRUARY STEEL OF A DEAL 1/4”, 3/8” Plate. Var sizes & widths available. 7 truck loads of Plate still available.

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1242 Pinyon Rd Sparwood half duplex for sale. 3 BR, 1.5 bath. Finished basement. Gas FP in LR. Fully fenced back yard. Many upgrades incl: siding, fascia, soffit, windows, doors, both bathrooms, flooring & furnace. More info at Kijiji 565238962. Call John @778-518-2221 for appt. to view.

SPARWOOD - FOR RENT Mobile home - all appliances. $900/month Call Joe 250-425-5387

Storage SELF STORAGE: Personal & commercial.

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Mobile Homes & Parks For sale by owner - 1970 newly renovated 3 bedroom mobile home in F.M.H.P. Snow roof + newer vinyl windows.

Large kitchen, dining room, family room + separate laundry room. Includes 4 appliances. Call 250-423-3340 for info + viewing times.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Condo in Sparwood Heights 2 bedroom fully furnished $1200. per month Utilities included Call Rick at 250-425-5432 or Erin at 250-425-7711 References Required

GLEN Livet Manor, Cranbrook. N/S, cats ok. 1 Bdrm $725/mo; 2 Bdrm $850/mo.

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Quiet building. Quick access to hospital. Close to rec centre & shopping. Phone 778-5170777 New Condos in Sparwood Heights 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms in new complex comes with stainless steel fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave and in suite washer and dryer. Building comes with elevator, onsite storage plus much more. No smoking or pets. $1150.00 to $1250.00 per month.

Please call Rick @ 250-4255432 or Erin @ 250-425-7711 references required.

PineCrest Apartments Sparwood BC 1 bedroom apartment newly renovated available immediately starting at $800/month Contact Manager - 778-518-2253 or view at www.glprental.com

Very large furnished condo Sparwood Heights - 2 condos made into 1! Large bedroom, large den, in-suite washer & dryer, large walk-in closet, dining room & much more. $1200/month inc. utilities.

Please call Rick 250-425-5432 or Erin 250-425-7711.

References required.

Misc for Rent Furnished & unfurnished properties available for rent in Sparwood & Elkford. Call Lindsay 250-425-1180 or lindsay@sparwoodrealestate.ca

Homes for Rent 4 bedroom house for rent.

Fridge, stove, stall for laundry, heat & Hydro included. Carport & sun deck. $1600/month.

No pets. Call 250-423-3216

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Crowsnest Pass Eat & Drink SPECIALS

Wednesday-Saturday 11-8 Wednesday - Steak Thursday - Pasta Friday - Homemade Fish and Chips Saturday - BBQ Ribs 6 days per week - 2 for $14.99 Pasta (take out only) Delivery Available

Pick Up Orders 403-564-4522

Here to make you happy 1130 Table Mountain Street, Pincher Creek, AB • 403-627-2787

Call Jennifer to reserve your spot on our Eat and Drink Page (403)563-4231

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CHEF DEZ ON COOKING

Everything in Moderation

Red Beans & Rice for Mardi Gras

Tuesday March 4th this year is the Fat Tuesday celebration of Mardi Gras. It is the last day of the carnival season in New Orleans and always falls on the day before Ash Wednesday every year. The term Fat Tuesday represents the last day of eating richer fattier foods before the ritual fasting of Lent that begins on the Ash Wednesday.

To help you celebrate this annual event at your dinner table, I have provided you with my very popular recipe for Louisiana Red Beans & Rice. Usually Red Beans & Rice would be served on Mondays as it was historically prepared with the leftover bones from a traditional Sunday ham supper. However this recipe is a delicious one pot meal and great served any time. Happy Cooking!

Louisiana Red Beans & Rice 500g raw Italian sausages - hot or mild 2 celery stalks, diced small 1 medium onion, diced small 1 medium red bell pepper, diced small 6 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 2 cups long grain white rice 4 cups chicken broth 2 bay leaves 1 - 540ml can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained Fresh thyme, for garnish Squeeze sausages from casings into a large heavy bottomed pot. Discard empty casings.

Turn the heat to medium-high and break up sausage meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon while cooking until brown, approximately 10 minutes.

Turn the heat to medium and add the celery, onion, bell pepper, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook for approximately 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are soft but not brown, stirring occasionally.

Add the rice. Stir to coat with the fat and cook approximately 30 seconds until the rice becomes slightly opaque.

Add the chicken broth and bay leaves. Stir to combine. Turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.

Cover with a lid and reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

Remove the pot from the heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.

Remove and discard the bay leaves. Stir in the beans. Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and serve immediately.

Makes 4 to 6 large portions Chef Dez is a Food Columnist, Culinary Instructor & Cookbook Author. Visit him at www.chefdez.com

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