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Grade 6 student Alexandra H. serves tea to Clarence Morrow at Isabelle Sellon School Seniors Tea on June 3. This year marked the 11th annual Seniors Tea hosted by ISS as part of Family & Community Support Services’ Seniors Week celebrations.

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Province addresses highway signage

By Joni MacFarlane Editor

Frustration hung in the air as Alberta Transportation officials defended their systems and deflected appeals for help from municipal council dealing with safety on Highway 3.

At council’s initiation, Alberta Transportation’s Operations Engineer Firoz Kara and Maintenance Contract Inspector Rick Lemire appeared on June 3 to address issues on the busy interprovincial highway.

“We have some serious issues with our crosswalks through our community,” said Mayor Blair Painter.

“The highway splits our community in half and we have our children trying to cross a very, very busy stretch of road with crosswalks that are poorly identified.”

“Where do we start to get these crosswalks identified better with signage?” asked Councillor Bill Kovach.

“With summer coming, traffic is absolutely horrendous… There’s a lot of pedestrian traffic.”

Kara told council his department had identified the crosswalks of concern.

“Typically what we do when looking at crosswalks, is we have a system of wants… it’s a combination of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. So based on the volumes, we take a look at the wants to see precisely what kind of facilities are warranted,” Kara said. “In both the checks, whether in Edmonton or in Lethbridge, nothing additional was warranted in terms of types of crossing hardware… The trouble, of course, with installing infrastructure hardware that is not warranted, is it creates some problems for the organization.”

Councillor Shar Lazzarotto asked what number of vehicle-pedestrian traffic made it warranted.

“When they say 26,000 vehicles coming through here on a long weekend, through that little stretch of highway, that’s not enough?” she asked. “Or is it the

alternative where somebody has to be killed at the intersection?”

Kara said he didn’t know the volume required but that there was no provision for fatalities.

Councillor Marlene Anctil asked how the pedestrian traffic was determined if there was nothing monitoring it.

Kara said Alberta Transportation have estimated approximately eight pedestrians per hour, based on “peak hours”.

Councillor Anctil was incredulous. “During your peak hours, you’ve got to have more than eight pedestrians in an hour when you have elementary school kids leaving and high school kids leaving. We have more than eight students in the school.”

Kara said if they were given precise locations, they could initiate a pedestrian crosswalk count and put it through the warrant system.

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“Our hands are tied somewhat,” said Lemire. “Where the crosswalks are now, we feel is probably not the “We’re not satisfied. We need to have this addressed,” best place for them, but it’s a place that works to the said Mayor Painter. “I’m fielding phone calls weekly alternative which is not having one.” of concerned parents where their kids are trying to Several attempts by council members to have high cross the highway. What we want to avoid is... heaven visibility signage placed at the crosswalks were shot forbid, a death. I would hate to see that’s what it took down because these are Canada-wide standards, said to correct an issue.”

Lemire, and Alberta Transportation can’t venture away Lemire told council from them. that sidewalks need to be Lemire said pedestrian installed in order to have counts could be initiated if proper crosswalks and the municipality gives them that these were the muspecific requests such as the nicipality’s responsibility. time of day and days of the “Just about every one week required. of these [crosswalks] Mayor Blair Painter also don’t have a sidewalk,” asked for a current traffic he said. “So that’s not our count. infrastructure… There’s Alberta Transportation not just a matter of paintofficials said they have ing lines for a crosswalk, rotating count programs there’s a whole bunch of for major intersections issues that go together on highways at least once on it. So they’re adequate every 5 years. There also the way we see them… monthly automatic traffic but it’s not just our infracounts at Burmis and the structure that has to be B.C. border that record trafupdated.” fic 24-hours a day.

Lemire said they would Kara said they could ask repaint crosswalk lines for a count program taibut there were also “delored to the municipality if The original location for the Highway 3 velopment” issues that they are given the exact locrosswalk in Frank was rejected by the mucompound the problem. cations and purpose for the nicipality, says province.

For example, he said, count.

Photo by J. MacFarlane the crosswalk in Frank “The purpose of the count was supposed to be locatis to get our highway noed at a new approach but ticed so we can get on the the municipality rejected list to have it addressed,” that approach and wanted a crosswalk put in conjunc- said Mayor Painter. tion with the walking trail system.

He told provincial officials that Crowsnest Pass “So we took our best shot, where the best sight lines Highway 3 has been deemed the highest priority from were and that’s where we put it,” said Lemire.

Medicine Hat to the B.C. border for the mayors and He said it was also the municipality’s responsibil- reeves of southwest Alberta. ity to ensure no parking for six-and-a-half metres on “This is a very high priority,” said Mayor Painter. either side of crosswalks. This could be beefed up with “Not only is it economics, it’s safety and we feel very extra signage and other visible markings, he added. strongly that it needs to be addressed immediately.”

In honour of the RCMP members shot last week in Moncton, the flag was lowered at the Crowsnest Pass RCMP detachment and someone placed a bouquet of flowers at the base. Killed was Const. Douglas James Larche, 40, from Saint John, N.B., Const. Dave Joseph Ross, 32, from Victoriaville, Que., and Const. Fabrice Georges Gevaudan, 45, from Boulogne-Billancourt, France. Cpl. Kevin McKenna said the Detachment appreciates the community’s support.

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Consultant hired for strategic planning

By Joni MacFarlane Editor

Although hesitant, council approved hiring a facilitator to help with the municipality’s strategic planning.

Positive Culture Co. from Medicine Hat was hired at a cost of $13,500. This amount does not include expenses such as meals, lodging and travel.

Chief Administrative Officer, Sheldon Steinke told council on June 3 that although the previous council’s strategic plan was a good document, it was based on economic development issues and “corporate issues were still vague”.

Steinke emphasized that senior administration wanted to start 2015 budget planning and recommended the contractor be hired as soon as possible to look at services, facilities and other operational issues.

Due to time constraints, Steinke said, the work would not be sent out for tender. Council has the authority to make such an exception, he added.

Councillor Marlene Anctil asked if they shouldn’t wait

to have the results of the recreation feasibility study before tackling strategic planning.

Director of Community Services Lyle Hannan said they have a draft of that study and a meeting is scheduled to review it with the authors.

“I’m just wondering if… we have so many legacies to clean up, we have so many buildings and things that need to be done,” said Councillor Bill Kovach.

“Don’t we have a strategic plan in place for the next year? Plus we have a strategic plan that’s already been put forward from the last council. I just don’t know if we need a contract service person to help us with those types of things because they’re pretty well there in black and white.”

Steinke reiterated his argument and stressed the current plan was very “economic centered”.

“What I’d like us to work towards is more the corporation and some of our service levels… equipment replacement, manpower and operations, manpower and facilities, those sorts of things which the current

[strategic plan] document we have from council really leaves some gaps in it.

There’s no direction to administration how to work on that,” he said. “It will also probably redefine or help council thin out some of the number of economic development issues that come out in the existing strategic plan and maybe we can get into prioritizing some of the economic development things that we’re looking at.”

He argued that having internal staff work on strategic planning, leaves little time for their day to day workload.

He recommended a consultant could focus solely on developing a planning document.

Steinke said he envisioned the consultant would be in the Crowsnest Pass perhaps two to three times for a period of two to three days each.

Although several council members expressed concerns such as how long the process may take, whether public input would be involved and the cost of expenses, council approved hiring the consultant.

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An online public comment period on the development of the plan will take place from June 13 to July 4. This will be the final feedback period before the plan is submitted to the provincial government for approval on July 22.

To learn more and provide your input, please visit the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan website at www.teck.com/ElkValley

Community Peace Officer Vince Duguay and Deputy Fire Chief Jamie Wilkinson work the coffee & donut counter for Tim Horton’s Camp Day on June 4.

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Work accident claims life of Bellevue man

By Joni MacFarlane Editor An accident on Friday, June 6 took the life of Sean Bernard Bradley at Western Rock Products quarry north of Coleman on Highway 40.

Crowsnest Pass RCMP were called out at 3:50 p.m. Friday afternoon and upon arrival at the scene, determined the incident to be an industrial accident.

Crowsnest Pass Fire/Rescue and Alberta Health Services Emergency Medical Ser-

vices were also called to the scene.

According to a spokesperson at Alberta Occupational Health & Safety, the 46-yearold mechanic was performing maintenance on a bus when it rolled over him.

The incident is under investigation by Alberta Occupational Health & Safety who have up to two years to complete their investigation.

If negligence or a violation of the Occupational Health & Safety code is found, the province can turn the case over to the Crown for prosecution.

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Shooting of RCMP officers touches us all

As I write this, thousands of RCMP members from across the country are gathered in Moncton, New Brunswick, for the funeral of three slain officers.

Dressed in red serge, members at the regimental funeral are there to honour their fallen officers: Constables Fabrice Georges Gevaudan, David Joseph Ross and Douglas James Larche.

It is expected the two Mounties who were injured in the shooting will also attend the funeral.

Beyond the personal tragedy of officers killed in the line of duty, is our collective tragedy.

When an RCMP member is posted to your community, whether in New Brunswick, Alberta or any other province or territory, they become part of your community.

They buy houses in our neighbourhoods and they go to the same sporting events and school concerts as we do. They know us and we know them.

As spoiled and sheltered as we are here in the Crowsnest Pass, it’s easy to forget that these men and women are here to keep the bad guys away. To “serve and protect”.

As senior officers investigate the incident in hopes of preventing a similar one, it’s easy to forget that it could just as well have happened here, or next door, or in any other part of the country.

And as I watch the parade of members from RCMP and other law enforcement agencies, I try to remember these Mounties were not just the guys on the side of the road handing out speeding tickets, or the guys at Remembrance Day ceremonies adding a bit of pomp and ceremony to the proceedings.

They are our friends and our neighbours.

They are the ones who put their lives on the line to ensure I enjoy mine.

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Closed since last year, the former Devlin yard in the Frank Industrial Park has become a repository for used appliances and other unwanted debris. The ever-expanding junk pile is slowly spreading across the municipal road.

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Hannan explained that the organization going to run out of money and there are ed use of projector screens, stage and lareceived part of the funding that was given some very worthy groups that haven’t had bour to assist with set up, said Hannan, to Rum Runner Days. This year, heAnnouncements said, the opportunity to [apply].” that added another $1,000 to the costs.

ON THE WEB: Announcements Announcements Children Employment Employment The first-come first-served nature of a it looked like they would spend around Hannan agreed and said he anticipated Councillor Ward moved to support the new policy aimed at streamlining the prohe suggested was & Found another 15 requests. event to a total of $1,000 but Councillor Childcare Available Coming Events$6,000, so Lost & Found the groupLost Legal Legal cess for municipal funding was firmly ce- fundraising to “Based on what you have Shar Lazzarotto later amended this to the Found: pair of prescription Lost: between 14th Ave & Caring reliable mom with mented last week. goal. left, &that would, on aver- full $1,350 because it was not a cash outCommunity Campusreach that sunglasses in parking lot on Home Depot, on Kinsmen excellent references has 1 full Children’s FundSociety Annual “If they Council approved a Community fallS. Call to identify, Trail, bright pink Saucoune la- timeage, with lay for the municipality.

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Nonwould again, just because somethe approved rates for facilities and serHonda CRV from Home Depot lost on 13th St S at June 24, 2014 5:30 pm • Cohabitation Agreements Divorces OR groups 1.800.665.2382 profit that host community events amend wrench, one’s asking for the max, vices, so all grant awards •(in category 3) to railway crossing on McPhee 12th their Ave up to 7th Ave at Van • Family Law Litigation Rd to Ind Rd 2. (250)426-7124 Lost Thursday, May may be eligible to receive up to a maxi- plans Horne. accordyou may want to consider deplete the budgeted amount of $20,000.

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Employment EMAIL CLASSIFIEDS TO: have been granted Hannan. carved into it, brown cord, sen• Separation Agreements • Mediation Missing from my golf bag are timental value. By Tamarack and there is eds@ now a total of $15,205 re- based on their stantially more applica- fees for their rental,” said Hannan. “This classifi Information Mall bus stop, on June 5th, Kawano,captures QC kootenayadvertiser. maining, Lyle Hannan, director of com- a n t i c imy p a5t and e d 8 irons. They are tions coming forward.” Donaldbetter the cost of giving things Automotive around noon, if found please custom made Tour Gear 2nd Floor, 6 - 10th Avenue S. com told council.

Notice to Consignees: event, Back munity services, they’re A motion by Councilaway, ensures the operating budget for contact Kassandra Moore, with pink graphite shafts. If Cranbrook, BC V1C 2M8 on The Rack will be closing.

(250)489-4203 On June 3, council received a request asking for as lor Kovach to support these areas is more accurate and provides you found these along side a Please pick up your items by Telephone: 250-426-8981 DEADLINES Lost: wallet, Wednesday May or green or wherever for support from Boys June & Girls of remaining much bunker money the Children’s Festival in some accountability measures for groups 20th.Club Clothes Tuesdays 4pm for followTuesday @@2pm for thethethe Toll free: 1-866-426-8981 28, downtown Cranbrook, Councillor Dean Ward will beFestival donated in to various ing Friday.

Thursdays Crowsnest Pass for@@a4pm Children’s as they and canthey re-are rattling around the amount of $1,000 was using municipal resources, while supportblack leather. Contains ID. following Friday.

Thursdays 2pm Email: donk@rellapaolini.com charities. in your car or taking up for the following Monday. for the following Monday the amount of $10,000. ceive.” space in your basement, Please call (250)417-0633 passed. ing our groups hosting these events.”

Council members asked for clarification.

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Steinke saidOBITUARY he would also focus on Coleman were OHVs are being operated on the streets. Hannah Phillips

Temporary employees’ pension plan Parks & Rec Authority On April 12, 2014 Hannah Phillips An outdated policy that doesn’t reflect the A new Crowsnest Pass Parks & Recrepassed away at the age of 93 years. conditions negotiated between the munici- ation Authority was created replacing the Bellevue Cemetery Hannah moved to Canada in 1946 In loving Dianna Marie Rice& Recreation Advisory pality and Canadian Union memory of Public of Emexisting Sport The water and source reviewed and lived will in Bigbe Valley, Alix (19561995),determine Cranbrookhow (1995-2011), March 1958-June 10, 2012 ployees (CUPE) was rescinded on3,June 3.

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Members of the committee operations will to corMexicoso(2011-2013) All CUPE employee benefits get negotiatwere appointed to the new Authority. rect the problem it doesn’tbefore havemoving to be A Memory is one, to Ponoka to live with her son. She One that last forever, ed through the CUPE collective agreement pumped out every will be year. lovingly remembered by her Memory is one, so the policy is not valid anymore, saidAMiRoads children David (Pat) of Cranbrook, forever, Skip (Pat) ofbridge Ponoka, June (Joe) of chele Schalekamp, director of financeOne andto treasure Several council members expressed their Hillcrest A Memory is one, Ardmore, and due Milestoofflood Cranbrook; corporate services. concern over the condition of roads in the Closed since last year damOne you create with someone special, as well as numerous grandchilmunicipality. age, the bridge was to be tendered dren andinitially great-grandchildren.

She A Memory is one, Ski Hill operating agreement One that you Sheldon June.

A slope by stability study predeceased her husband won’t Steinke, forget, chief administrative of- for repairs inwas Phillips on September 25, 1994, heraparents A Memory of said you, once year-end was finalized,Robert The Terms of Reference for the Pass Powficer, he Joseph has been prepared for Stantec and design all of herbe siblings.

At Hannah’s request, now there expectwill not You the special one, at grant funding that couldand derkeg Ski Hill Authority was rescinded would look be will developed with tenders be a formal Funeral Service and the family will gather to Thousand Memories, and a new operating agreement wasA apallocated to road repairs. inlife September. celebrateedher at a later date.

Is not worth a real you, proved on June 3.

A Real you,Money from the province has been al-Arrangements Entrusted To Ponoka Funeral Home Now that the Ski Hill is a Society,Issaid forReal restoration for four backcountry Bellevue ~ A Wombold FamilyCampground Funeral Home ~ neededlocated to make Memories!

Lyle Hannan, director of communityMy ser-Loveroads from floods, said Steinke.

Council expressed concern that Teck emis notdamaged a Memory, 403.783.3122 is True. will develop a plan and deal with ployees park there for bus pickup, blocking vices, there is no need for Terms of My Ref-LoveEngineers erence. Conditions that council places on Love the province off access to the sanitation area. It was sugDan on repairs. running the facility are stated in the operatOperations staff are dealing with pot holes gested the municipality contact Teck and We’re ask on the at www.bcclassifi ed.site comso ing agreement, he added. and purchase of gravel for urgent areas, themnet to have a different pickup said Steinke. Grading has been completed people can park elsewhere.

Oldman Headwaters action plan and dust suppression will begin at the end Municipal council has endorsed the of June, he added.

Water licenses Headwaters Action plan developed by the Council also discussed enforcement of An inventory will be prepared within the Oldman Watershed Council. The plan was enforcement on rural roads and suggest- next two weeks for all water licenses in the developed with input from the public and ed the Community Peace Officer devote municipality with the help of Alberta Enparticipation of an advisory network. some time to these roads or the placement vironment.

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Students share grad ceremony with classmate MUNICIPALITY OF CROWSNEST PASS NOTICE OF PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE HERITAGE INVENTORY PROJECT – PHASE II – BLAIRMORE & FRANK THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014 - 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. ELKS HALL 2025 129 STREET In April 2014 the Municipality and the Municipal Historic Resource Board (MHRB) held an Open House to launch Phase II of the Heritage Inventory Project. Phase I included Coleman and the area west to the BC border. Phase II includes Blairmore and Frank. Phase III will include Bellevue and Hillcrest.

The purpose of the first open house was to gather information, and community preferences for 65 potential historic sites in. The MHRB and the Community Design Strategies (heritage consultants) have evaluated the information from the 1st Open House, and the list of sites has been narrow down to 35.

The purpose of the 2nd Open House is to allow the public the opportunity to: •

Review the community context papers for Blairmore and Frank.

Context papers outline the history of a community to provide details and context related to why certain buildings are historically significant to a community.

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Review and provide further feedback on the information that has been gathered so far on the 35 sites.

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Review and provide feedback on the Draft Statements of Significance (SoS) for the 35 sites. If a property owner chooses to designate their property as a Municipal Historic Resource, the Province requires that a draft Statement of Significant be written for the subject property.

We hope residents will find time in their calendars to drop by, and help us all learn more about the history of the Crowsnest Pass and have a discussion on preserving Crowsnest Pass’ history.

For further details about this Open House, please contact either Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Development Officer Ken Bourdeau (403) 562-8833 development@crowsnestpass.com or Merinda Conley of Community Design Strategies Inc. at (403) 277-1117 cds.inc@telus.net .

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Sixteen Crowsnest Consolidated High School grads traveled to Edmonton on May 30 to celebrate graduation with classmate Elise Kwan at the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

Photo submitted Submitted On Friday May 30, a school bus ride that started at 6 a.m. ended in a special day for 16 graduates of Crowsnest Consolidated High School.

When the Grad class of 2014 first learned that fellow classmate Elise Kwan would not be able to attend their graduation ceremony on May 8, they were very disappointed.

Elise, in Edmonton at the Stollery Children’s Hospital, also was upset that she would miss spending this day with her many friends, but travel was simply not an option at that time.

Wes Wescott, principal of CCHS and Lori Prentice, Counsellor, put their heads together and tried to think of how they could facilitate Elise’s graduation dreams.

During the grad ceremony at the Sportsplex on May 8, it was announced that a group of grads would be traveling to Edmonton later that month to bring grad to Elise since Elise could not come to grad.

Sixteen grads were able to free up their schedules on May 30 and had the day off to travel to Edmonton.

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bags that held their grad gowns along with pillows, snacks, snuggies and blankets the group of 11 girls and five boys boarded a CCHS bus and left for Edmonton at 6 a.m.

At around Red Deer they started doing their hair, by Leduc the makeup brushes were pulled out and by the time they got to the Stollery Hospital. all they needed to do was get changed.

The staff of the Stollery met them at the door and ushered them into a room where the kids could change into their grad finery.

They were joined in a special room, “The Beach”, by Elise’s family, medical staff and the educational staff of the hospital as well as other patients and their families.

Ms Prentice and the CCHS grads had brought along all of the things necessary for a graduation: her grad tassel, a cap and gown photo, a grad go cup, Elise’s Fun Award and of course her certificate signed by Mr Wescott.

Students visited, had lunch and then got down to the ceremony. It was a moving moment when Elise’s 16 fellow students formed an honor

arch and cheered as Elise, in a beautiful gown, walked beneath their arms to receive her certificate.

After everyone posed for photos and wiped their tears, Elise was surrounded by her friends who had brought presents, cards and lots of hugs and laughter. Although Elsie has been away since July it was as if no time had passed with these teens.

Two and a half hours later the grads changed back into their sweats and boarded the bus again, bound for the Crowsnest Pass. They arrived home at 10:30 p.m., tired but so happy that they had spent the afternoon with Elise and her family.

It was an incredibly powerful day, and a testament to the strength of friendship and the amazingly kind nature of this group of kids.

Special mention to: Chloe Rothlin, Taylor Armstrong, Tyler Woitte, Jill Montalbetti, Zach Wall, Raegan Jackson, Alexis Bohmer, Heather Anctil, Josh Leman, Sara Hewison, Karlie Stella, Alex Budgen, Dakota LaDuke, Shawn Redman, Kiana Miskulin, Taylor Ironmonger, Ms Prentice and Becky Rinaldi.

Peace officer report

By Joni MacFarlane Editor

A report of the Community Peace Officer program for the month of May was recently released to council as follows: -Bylaw complaints received: 61 -Bylaw complaints closed: 57 -Bylaw complaints open: 4 -Animal control complaints: 23 -Animal control complaints closed: 23 -Property standards complaints received: 6

-Property standards complaints closed: 4 -Property standards complaints open: 2 -Garbage complaints received: 3 -Garbage complaints closed: 2 -Garbage complaints open: 1 -Traffic/parking complaints received: 21 -Traffic/parking complaints closed: 20 -Traffic/parking complaints open: 1 -Other complaints received: 8 -Other complaints closed: 8 -Provincial tickets issued: 45 Total fine amount reported: $7,686

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Everyone welcome at Darcy’s Nature Walk

By Erin Fairhurst Contributor Fresh off the success of Clara’s Big Ride, Randi Lynn Rinaldi isn’t slowing down one bit.

After working for months as a member of the organizing committee for Clara’s Big Ride, Randi Lynn has shifted focus to Darcy’s Nature Walk for Mental Wellness – an annual event that she and her family organize in order to promote awareness surrounding mental health and the benefits of physical activity.

The walk will be held in Fireman’s Park in Bellevue on June 14 at 10 a.m., and Randi Lynn is hoping that the momentum from Clara’s Big Ride will lead to a big turnout.

“Everyone is welcome,” she says, “It’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors and support an important cause.”

The event consists of a 5km trail walk or a 4km paved walk and Randi Lynn says that they typically see a wide range of people in attendance.

“Even if you don’t want to walk, or can’t physically walk, just come and have a hot dog and enjoy the day in the park.”

Randi Lynn, her dad Randy, and sister Julie were all recognized for their contributions towards mental health initiatives in the community during the Clara’s Big Ride event on May 28 and Randi Lynn says the support from the community was overwhelming. “We’re really grateful,” she says.

There are no registration fees for Darcy’s Nature Walk but donations are welcome and funds raised go towards initiatives such as Faces of Mental Health, a program designed to eliminate the stigma of mental illness and humanize those affected. Randi Lynn also hopes to allocate funds to host another mental health first aid course in the fall.

Registration for the walk begins at 9:15 a.m. at Fireman’s Park on June 14. For more information on the walk, call 403-562-2511 or visit www. darcysnaturewalk.com.

Farmer’s market ready for harvest

By Joni MacFarlane Editor Fresh locally grown produce, herbs, fruits and homemade delicacies – what better way to welcome summer.

The Blairmore Legion in partnership with the Economic Development Board will be holding a summer Farmer’s market starting Saturday, June 28.

The idea is an initiative of the Crowsnest Economic Development & Tourism Advisory Board, who believe a farmer’s market along Highway 3 will draw tourists and visitors, as well as offer a fun, community event to residents of the Crowsnest Pass.

The market will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday throughout the summer and vendors will set up in the back parking lot of the Blairmore Legion. The site is adjacent to the Crowsnest River and provides great visibility from the highway, organizers said.

Exhibitors will be charged a rate per table based on a day or seasonal rate.

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By Crowsnest Conservation Society Submitted

Ever wonder why your dog is so interested in that particular tree on your favourite trail? Perhaps it is a rub tree!

Use of rub trees (or even fence posts, telephone poles, and sign posts) by bears is well established, but other wildlife species ranging from porcupine and deer to large carnivores such as wolverine and lynx also utilize these rub objects.

Just as Facebook allows people a quick way to catch up on the comings and goings of their friends, scent and hair left on rub trees allows wildlife a quick way to glean potential information about the species, age, sex, breeding status, or interval since last passing of other animals that might be in the area.

Mike Gibeau and Cam McTavish, biologists in Banff, captured trail camera images of 12 different species rubbing, biting bark, scratching the ground, urinating, or defecating on or near these communication hubs.

Researchers in Montana and more recently in southern Alberta have begun to exploit this natural rubbing behaviour at traditional rub objects as a way to non-invasively obtain bear hair samples for DNA analysis.

Beginning in 2014, Crowsnest Conservation Society will partner with Alberta Conservation Association to help identify and repeatedly visit rub objects used by grizzly and black

bears south of the Oldman River drainage. Hair samples collected at these rub trees will ultimately be used to determine the status of grizzly bear populations north of Highway 3.

An afternoon information session will be held on Saturday, June 14 where the public is invited to learn first-hand from local biologists why bears use rub trees, how to identify rub trees when hiking, camping, fishing, etc., and explore volunteer opportunities with this upcoming project.

The session will run 1:00-4:00pm at the Allison/Chinook Provincial Recreation Area and will involve some light hiking to view known rub trees.

For more information, contact Elizabeth at 403-563-0058.

As bear season is now in full swing, remember to remove or securely store any potential attractants in your yard (e.g., garbage, birdseed, pet food), employ BearSmart practices when out in the bush, and report any bear sightings in town to Fish and Wildlife at 403-562-3289.

Crowsnest Conservation BearSmart continues to offer bear-resistant garbage bin demos to residents who have had a bear-in-garbage conflict or those wishing to try a bin before purchasing.

Details about BearSmart practices and other programs such as the indoor composter loans, bear briefs, apple tree swap, apple network, and educational bear- or attractant-related workshops can be found at www. crowsnestconservation.ca.

Trying something new can be very intimidating or down right scary, but with the proper support and guidance it can be life changing.

Think of the first time a child gets on a bike. If there were no traffic

laws or safety gear, there may have been less of us willing to take that first ride.

The bottom line is that a child or youth that feels safe is willing to step out of their comfort zone and try new things. As a member of our community, take this a step further and make sure all of our youth feel like they can try a skateboard, rollerblade or go out for a walk in a safe environment. Slow down in your vehicle, stop and help when needed or even volunteer your time to teach a child new skills!

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Asset Building Opportunities • Bike Rodeo HAS School June 10th • Play Day – Boys and Girls Club June 15th • Bellecrest Days June 21st • Go Swimming • Try new skills at the Bike Park • Go for a hike • Neighbourhood street hockey • Family bike ride • Sidewalk chalk and decorate your street.

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Service Plus Program

The Service Plus Program is a new initiative designed to allow residents to bring large items for disposal to locations throughout the community. This program is a cost-effective solution that will allow residents to conduct “Spring Clean Ups” without incurring the costs and travel needed to take items to the landfill.

There will be a bin for metal and a bin for regular waste at the sites listed below.

Please bring electronics and paint to the Recycling Roundup at the Crowsnest Sports Complex in Coleman on Saturday, June 21, 2014 from 9:00 – 2:00 pm.

• Blairmore- Blairmore Shop (12525 21 Avenue) June 12-14, 2014 9 am- 4 pm • Hillcrest- Hillcrest Shop (22201 9 Avenue) June 16-18, 2014 9 am – 4 pm • Coleman- Sports Complex (8702 22 Avenue) June 19-21, 2014 9 am – 4 pm

Grade 4 and 5 students from Isabelle Sellon School took part in Beautification Day on June 6 by planting flowers, sweeping sidewalks and other projects to improve the school’s exterior.

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June 13-15: Coal Miner Days in Sparwood consists of a variety of events and activities for the entire family. This is a great way to get to know the community so be sure to mark the dates on your calendar and join us for the fun and activity filled events of Coal Miner Days!

June 14: The 7th annual “Darcy’s Nature Walk for Mental Wellness” is all ready to go on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Fireman’s Park in Bellevue. Join us in the beautiful Crowsnest Pass as we raise money and awareness for mental wellness and the benefits of physical activity in memory of Darcy and Kelly Rinaldi.

The 2014 edition will feature fun for the whole family! There will be a 5km trail walk (weather dependant), or a 5km sidewalk walk (goes rain or shine). There will be door prizes, hotdogs & snacks! EVERYONE IS WELCOME to be part of the event!

June 15: Sparwood Classic 5K/8K Fun Run at 10 am at Leisure Centre Soccer Field. For registration info www.coalminerdays.ca.

June 16: CNP Polish Hall Society AGM at 1406-82 St. Coleman at 4:30. Pot Luck supper to follow.

New members welcome.

Call 403-563-5134 for more info.

June 19-21: Hillcrest Mine Disaster 100th Anniversary. Our commemoration will begin with a meet and greet at the Crowsnest Museum and will carry on throughout the weekend.

June 20-21: Bellecrest Days at Hillcrest Coal and Coke Park. This family-focused weekend is a great opportunity to explore the heritage of the entire Crowsnest Pass. Community events are free, and all of the major heritage attractions are open.

June 20: Health Foundation Tournament at the Crowsnest Pass Golf

Club

June 21: Relay for Life at the Sparwood Leisure Centre 10 am-10 pm. For more info, call Jennifer Smith (250)426-8916 or elkvalleyrelay@bc.cancer.ca June 27-28: Wildcat Days in Elkford. Come join us for the Parade, Craft & Trade Show, garage sale, climbing wall, soap box derby, pancake breakfast, live stage entertainment, family fun zone and much more!

July 1: Canada Day Celebrations in Coleman July 1: Canada Day Celebrations at the Elkford Aquatic Centre 11 am-3 pm. Fun for the entire family. Face painting, caricature artist, free family BBQ, cake cutting and free public swim from 1-3 pm July 5-6: Sinister Seven Bike Ride starting at the Crowsnest Sports Complex at 7 am. A 100mile race that may be the greatest challenge of your life. Registration is

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July 18: Sole Survivor Foot Race starting in Pete’s Park. Race Package Pickup at the Albert Stella Memorial Arena in Blairmore. Register online at www.solesurvivor. ca Deadline is July 2.

July 19: He/She Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Course in Elkford.

July 24-26: Rick Rypien Open at the Crowsnest Golf Club in Blairmore.

July 25: Bears Paw Celebrity Golf Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Course in Elkford.

July 26 & 27: United Riders of Crowsnest host an Enduro Race and Skills Clinic July 30: Taste of the Crowsnest Pass Location TBA. Hosted by the

Crowsnest Pass Boys & Girls Club, and featuring almost all of the local restaurants and cafes, paired with wines and our very own Crowsnest Coffee Co.

Elkford.

July 31-Aug. 4: Doors Open & Heritage Festival in the Crowsnest Pass

Aug. 16: Men’s Open at the Crowsnest Pass Golf Club in Blairmore.

July 31: Old Fashioned Country Fair on Main St. in Bellevue.

Aug. 20: Senior’s Open Golf Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Club in Elkford.

Aug. 2: 10th Annual Crowsnest Pass Show & Shine in historic downtown Coleman 12-5 pm.

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Aug. 2: 14th Annual Crowsnest Country Market in Coleman.

Aug. 2: Annual Teddy Bear’s Picnic at the Coleman Museum.

Aug. 3: Miner’s Memorial in Bellevue at 1:00 pm.

Aug. 9: 10th Annual Men’s Open Golf Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Club in

Aug. 12: 12th Annual Ladies Open Golf Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Club in Elkford.

Aug. 23: Junior’s Open at the Crowsnest Pass Golf Course in Blairmore.

Sept. 26-28: Alberta Art Days at the Frank Slide Interpretive Centre. Marvel at the talents of local and other Alberta artists and their impressions of the spectacular Crowsnest Pass.

Ongoing __________ Starting June 27: Sparwood Farmer’s Market every Friday from 4-8 pm. Enjoy home baked, grown and made items!

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Starting June 28: Every Saturday Crowsnest Pass Farmer’s Market 10-4pm at the Blairmore Legion Parking Lot. CNP Golf Club in Blairmore offers local rates for CNP residents every Mon & Thurs, Ladies night on Tuesday, Men’s night Wed. Sparwood Golf Club hosts Men’s night on Tuesday, and Ladies night on Wed. Legion has Crib at the Coleman branch on Mon at 7:30 pm and a Jam Session on Thurs at 2 pm, On Fridays, enjoy darts at 6 pm, and stay for karaoke at 8 pm.

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Discover the unique charms of country ranch

By Joni MacFarlane Editor

High tea, rare art work, and collectibles of every kind can be found just a short drive away at September Springs Ranch.

A self-described “terrible” collector, owner Sheran Carter said she has thousands of items collected over the years. Some of the pieces are 300 years old and the selection includes art pieces, furniture, fashion, jewelry, china, glassware, and other one-of-a-kind collectibles.

“It’s a very expensive hobby,” she laughed.

“I have so much art tucked away... boxes filled for 20 years. I finally unpacked and renovated to make a gallery,” said Carter.

Her new gallery opens on Saturday, June 14, featuring North American Indian art and artifacts.

Visitors to ranch can also get a peek at the original Blairmore ski lodge built in the early 1940s.

Carter said the lodge was taken off the ski hill when new owners were going to move it into the

woods. Instead, Carter bought it and moved it to her property about 20 years ago. Retaining it’s original charm, the lodge has neither electricity or indoor plumbing but is fully furnished with authentic furniture, a pot-bellied stove, ice box, and other rustic touches from the 1940s.

In addition to art and antiques, Carter operates Memories Cafe & Tea Room where guests can enjoy a cup of tea or even a glass of wine if desired. High tea is served by appointment and includes scones, sweets, fruits, little sandwiches and of course, clotted cream.

Encompassing 80 acres, Carter’s property includes nature walks and gardens visitors are invited to stroll and enjoy. Weddings and seminars are also hosted on the site.

“There’s something for everyone,” she said.

September Springs Ranch & Memories Cafe & Tea Room is open May through September from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment. It is located two kilometres west of Pincher Creek on Highway 507.

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• “The Way You Look Tonight”: This oft-covered song is one of the more romantic songs to grace the American songbook. Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra and Fred Astaire have put their own unique spins on the song.

• “At Last”: Although Ella Fitzgerald was not the first artist to record this song, her version is arguably the most popular.

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Thursday, June 12, 2014 Crowsnest Pass Free Press

Police briefs

By Joni MacFarlane Editor

Between May 28 and June 4, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to 38 calls for service. They

included: Assaults: 12 Threats/Harassment: 1 Mischief/Vandalism: 2 Theft: 2 Impaired Driving: 2 Liquor Offence: 1

Disturbing Peace: 2 Driving Complaints: 5 MV Collisions: 27 Suspicious Occurrences: 5 Assistance to General Public: 3

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Assistance to Other Agencies: 3 911 Calls (invalid): 1 False Alarm: 1 Municipal Bylaws: 1 Prisoners: 5

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Rear-end I On May 28 at 1:30 p.m., police received a complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 3 heading west of Lundbreck. The vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed when it rear-ended another vehicle west of Bellevue access. A 53-year-old male from Vulcan showed signs of impairment and was arrested and taken to hospital for treatment.

The two occupants of the vehicle that was hit were not injured. Charges are pending.

Rear-end II On May 28 at 5:45 p.m., police received a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 3 west of Coleman. A vehicle rear-ended a bus that had slowed down for moose crossing the highway. The driver of the car was unable to stop and hit the rear end of the bus. A 38-year-old male from Sparwood was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

Hitchhiking On May 30 at 7:30 a.m., police received a complaint of two males hitchhiking on Highway 3 near the Burmis Weigh Scales and walking partially on one of the highway lanes. Police attended and spoke with the subjects. One of the males had outstanding warrants from Lethbridge. A 26-year-old

male was arrested and lodged in cells until a justice hearing was held and released with conditions.

Impaired On May 30 at 2 p.m., police received a complaint of a possible impaired driver. A vehicle was located in Bellevue and a 52-year-old male from Crowsnest Pass was charged with impaired driving. He was released and has a court date set for July 8.

Impaired II On May 30 at 8:40 p.m., police received a complaint of an intoxicated male in the ditch on Highway 507 near the Carbondale Road. Police attended and located a 40-year-old intoxicated male in the ditch. He was arrested for intoxication and also had outstanding warrants for his arrest.

He was released when sober and has a court date set for June 17.

Cell trouble On May 31 at 12:15 p.m., police observed a westbound vehicle on Main Street Blairmore and the driver was talking on a cell phone. The vehicle was stopped and the 39-year-old female from Crowsnest Pass was charged with no insurance, no registration and an expired drier’s license.

The vehicle was towed.

Disturbance On June 3 at 9:10 p.m.,

police received a complaint of an intoxicated female causing a disturbance at a Coleman residence. A 32-year-old female was arrested and lodged in cells and released when sober.

Convictions On June 3, a 20-yearold male from the Calgary area received a four-month jail, global sentence, stemming from an incident at the Greenhill Hotel parking lot last weekend. He was convicted of dangerous driving, assault, two counts of fail to remain at accident scene under Criminal Code and two counts of fail to comply with conditions. He is also prohibited from driving for two years.

A 23-year-old male from Lundbreck received 90 days global sentence on numerous charges involving assault and fail to comply with conditions. Numerous charges stemming from incidents December 2013 to April 2014.

A 24-year-old male from Elk alley plead guilty to no insurance charge from April 5 and was fined $2,875.

A 25-year-old male from Crowsnest Pass was fined $600 plus $180 victims surcharge for resist arrest stemming from an incident on March 15 in Blairmore.

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Junior Lacrosse lowers the boom in pair of victories Submitted

The Crowsnest Pass Ravens lacrosse team continued their winning ways on the weekend with two home victories.

IIn both games the team was led by captain Jace “Boom” Bohmer, who continues to score goals at a record pace. On Saturday, May 24, the Ravens tangled with the Olds Stingers, who held down first place in the league.

The Ravens took full advantage of numerous Olds penalties during the game and cruised to a 17-8 win.

Bohmer, who is already the all-time leading scorer in the league, added to his totals with an amazing eight goals.

Derek Tarcon had a great game as well, notching four markers. Tyler Ambrosi scored twice with Jared Jones and Brock Draper scoring once each. Brett Tarcon scored once and also added six assists. Goalie Haden Houze was solid in net for the Ravens and led the Raven offense by firing some long outlet passes and was credited with three assists.

On Sunday, May 25 the Ravens were up against the Calgary Axemen in another tough match-up. The Ravens offense had another solid start and built

up a 6-3 lead after one period.

Penalties on both sides bogged the pace of play considerable but the Ravens outscored the Axemen 3-2 in the second to gain a 9-5 advantage The penalty boxes were full in the third and both teams had a tough time generating any sustained offense.

The Ravens scored twice to one goal for the Axemen and finished up with a 11-6 win to run their winning streak to five games. Jace Bohmer had the hot hand again and scored six goals. Brett Tarcon, Derek Tarcon, Ryan Tarcon, Tyler Ambrosi and David Shortreed all chipped with single goals.

Coach Joey Ambrosi noted that “Bohmer’s offensive talent is incredible.

“In the Olds game, he scored eight times – as many as the other team in total. In the Calgary game, he scored six times – again as many as the other team had in total,” he said. “And he’s not just a scoring machine - Jace also leads our league in assists as well.

We are very, very fortunate to have a player of Jace’s calibre playing in our league and luckily enough for us, on our team.”

Junior Lacrosse Ravens continue winning ways Submitted

The Crowsnest Pass Junior Ravens headed up to Calgary on the weekend for a pair a clashes against Calgary opponents.

On Saturday afternoon in the first game, due to a number of injuries and prior commitments by players, the Ravens were left with the absolute minimum of six players to play the game.

The team consisted of goalie Haden Houze and runners Jace Bohmer, Brett Tarcon, David Shortreed, Tyler Ambrosi and newcomer Christian Weber, playing in his first league game.

Their opponents, the Calgary Wranglers had a full squad of 18 players, so it seemed like it was going to be a mismatch from the outset. The Wranglers jumped out to an early 4-2 lead, but after that the superior ball-handling skills of the Ravens took over the contest. Amazingly, the Ravens were able to charge through the Wrangler defence and went into the first intermission with an 8-5 lead. The Wranglers switched goaltenders at the start of the second period and the Ravens hit the poor fellow with an offensive onslaught for the ages.

The undermanned Ravens scored an incredible 14 goals in the second frame to run away to a 22-8 lead after two periods. The Ravens spent all of their energy in the second period and the game slowed to a crawl in the third with teams exchanging three goals apiece to leave the Ravens with an unbelievable 25-11 win.

Coach Joey Ambrosi noted that he and assistant Scott Tarcon “didn’t have much to do on the bench other than have a water bottle ready when one of the players came by. Overall, it was one of the gutsiest efforts I have ever seen. Those six players had nothing left to give when the final buzzer went. To play a game under those conditions was remarkable and then to win was aston-

ishing.”

Captain Jace Bohmer scored a mindblowing 13 goals and added four assists. Brett Tarcon notched seven goals and David Shortreed scored five times.

On Sunday in their second game of the weekend, the Ravens were bolstered by four additional players which included three Midget call-ups. The Ravens played the always tough Calgary Axemen, who they had defeated at home the previous weekend.

The Axemen came out with a chip on their shoulder, which quickly turned into penalty trouble. The Axemen were in a steady parade to the box and the Ravens made them pay with a devastating power play. The Ravens had to play a bit of catch-up following a slow start and falling behind quickly 3-0, but rode the power play to 7-4 lead after one period.

The Axemen took more penalties in the second and the Ravens racked up more power play goals and led 13-7 after two periods. The Ravens doubled up the Axemen 4-2 in the third and steamrolled their way to a 17-9 final and their seventh consecutive victory.

Coach Joey Ambrosi noted that “most of our players were still very tired from the previous day. Even the three Midget call-ups had played two games the day before.

“Our saving grace was that the Axemen were incredibly aggressive and the referees kept sending them to the box.

At the end of the game, they had 94 minutes in penalties, which included a couple of game ejections, to 16 minutes in penalties for us,” he said.

Reliable Jace Bohmer struck for seven goals and four assists with Brett Tarcon sniping six goals in the winning effort.

Tyler Ambrosi ran the power play effectively from the point position, scoring once and notching six assists.

The Midget call-ups played very well, with Nick Jordan scoring twice and Trenan Shortreed scoring once.

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Thursday, June 12, 2014 Crowsnest Pass Free Press

New team tackles weeds/pests in Crowsnest Pass

By Joni MacFarlane Editor

Using a light-handed approach of education

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ago, took up the position again after it became vacant.

Along with Hnatiuk, residents also have the expertise of two seasonal staff for advice and help with weeds and pests over the summer.

Natalie Morrison, weed inspector/riparian restoration technician, has a B.Sc. in geography from University of Victoria and worked for a mine in geology – a background that has prepared her for the municipal position.

Ashley Hynes, riparian restoration technician/weed inspector, graduated from NAIT’s Renewable Resources, Conservation Biology program. She described it as highly specialized with a lot of field training that can be applied to the Crowsnest Pass position.

“They both complement each other and have a lot of ability. They’ve got a lot of technical training and they’re helping a lot,” said Hnatiuk. “Together, the three of us are forming a pretty cohesive group. We work as a team.”

The focus of the program is primarily education, said Hnatiuk, to work with landowners and residents to increase their understanding of weeds and pests while working to better manage riparian areas.

“The municipality is our facility. It’s a huge building that we need to maintain and keep clean. We’re trying to get people to assist us with it because it is the responsibility of landowners and property

The new team committed to helping Crowsnest Pass deal with weeds and pests (left to right): Ashley Hynes, Natalie Morrison and Bill Hnatiuk, Agricultural Fieldman.

Photo by J. MacFarlane owners,” said Hnatiuk.

“Productivity of the land and value of the land is definitely affected by weeds and improper management.”

Hynes agreed. “Education is so important.

With any conservation effort, worldwide, the most successful ones have been ones where the community were directly involved so they… feel part of the solution, not the problem,” she said.

Hnatiuk said there is a recognized need for their work both within the Crowsnest Pass and from neighbouring communities.

“There is a lot of support for this position,” said Hnatiuk. “What we are doing here ul-

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timately affects everybody east… There are a lot of communities that benefit greatly because we are the front lines here trying to prevent the spread to the eastern portion of the agricultural area of the province.”

In addition, he said, there is a wealth of knowledge and support available through other Agricultural Fieldmen and provincial agencies.

Three weed pulls will be held this summer, said Morrison that will have an educational component so volunteers can learn to identify weeds followed by the weed pull. Resource material will also be available for people to take home.

Depending on funds, they may also hold a planting event in the fall to stabilize the banks after weeds are pulled.

Although focused on education, the team track and plot infestations on GIS and now have several years of history. They continue to monitor the area and are well informed on areas where landowners don’t control prohibited noxious weeds. Under the Alberta Weed Control Act, they can issue violation notices.

“It’s all documented,” said Hnatiuk. “Plus we are patrolling. We’re always on the lookout.”

These weeds spread so easily, he said, and need to be destroyed to prevent the spread.

“It starts small and just keeps spreading.

It’s like wildfire in slow motion,” he said. “Once these weeds get hold, it’s very difficult to get rid of them. It’s horrendous, the cost attached to it.”

The team recommends

hand-pulling weeds, but timing is crucial, he added.

If landowners want to use herbicide, backpacks are available from the Ag Field office and they can then buy domestic-use pesticide.

If spraying, said Hnatiuk, again, timing is critical.

The municipality has hired two local contractors to spray municipal properties.

As part of the pest control program, the Ag Field team has been trapping and relocating skunks, primarily in Blairmore, said Hnatiuk.

Hynes said people often don’t realize the ramification of feeding wildlife.

“If you’re feeding a skunk, it seems pretty harmless because it’s not a large carnivore, but now you’re attracting larger carnivores that eat that skunk,” she said.

Hnatiuk added that often feeding skunks can pull in predators, especially old and unhealthy animals, because they’re an easy target.

Air rifles and traps will be used to eradicate Columbia ground squirrels that cause damage in ball fields and cemeteries, he added.

Residents looking for information, resources or assistance are encouraged to visit the Ag Field office or call the municipal office for an appointment.

“Part of our role is to educate, to be the liaison between urban and rural development so they realize we have to co-exist with each other and understand where each is coming from,” said Hnatiuk.

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Thursday, June 12, 2014 Crowsnest Pass Free Press

Join us in remembering those who lost their lives and honouring the spirit of the mining community June 18-21

Memorial booklet, a collector’s item Hillcrest Mine Disaster Memorial Committee Submitted

of hours of research have gone into sorting through documents many of which were contradictory or incomplete. Working with all available court and comPart of the planning for the Hillcrest commemorapensation documentation she has pieced together a piction involved the collaboration of no less than eleven ture of who did and didn’t get compensation and what contributors to a series of articles in a brochure that will happened to many of the families after the fact. Lastly, surely be a valuable keepsake for many years to come.

John Kinnear - coal mine historian, provided the final The design and compilation of this commemorative historic section with an overview of international mine publication was overseen by Lynnette Jessop, Stephadisasters around the world and a comparison and renie Laine Hamilton and Crystal Anne Potts-Jensen. flection on their numbers relative to Hillcrest. AccordThe eight story sections speak to significant aspects ing to Kinnear Nanaimo holds the unfortunate record of the Hillcrest disaster and Hillcrest history itself and for Canada’s second worst mine disaster: “On May 3, each piece takes a fascinating look deeper into their re1887 Nanaimo Number 1 Mine on Vancouver Island spective areas. Chris Matthews of the Crowsnest Muwas the site of an explosion that eventually claimed seum leads off the stories by reviewing the beginnings the lives of 148 men. Some of the miners trapped by of the Hillcrest Cemetery itself and how it has become the explosion wrote their final farewell messages in the “truly unique as the site where the community can recoal dust on their shovels.” member, grieve and commemorate a dynamic piece of Along with these eight chapters you will find a deits heritage”. Dr. Laurel Halladay, a respected historian tailed listing of events for the 19th through 21st of and researcher, has contributed a section called Ethnic June, a detailed map of the Hillcrest cemetery and Diversity in Hillcrest that takes an in-depth look at the verses from Monica Field’s profound poem “Can’t myriad of nationalities that came together at Hillcrest You Hear the Whistle Blow”. Interspersed throughout and explains how immigrants: “were a key characteristhe brochure are a series of “Did You Know’s” like Hillcrest family photo taken from memorial booklet. tic of the social fabric right from the very beginning.” this one: “Lucky Dan Kyle who survived the Titanic Photo courtesy of Crowsnest Museum & Archives Steven Hanon, author of The Devil’s Breath, has put sinking was scheduled to work that day but his area into a concise 1,000 words a piece called “The Tragic wasn’t ready, so was asked to work on the afternoon Day” in which he gives an overview of how the tragic shift instead”. As an aside there was another survivor Family Stories”, profiling names like Chabillon, Murray and events unfolded, including reviewing the inquiry and of the Titanic with a similar story of luck. Frank Tower inquest. He concludes that: “In the end, among the lessons given Dugdale. David Murray Sr. lost his life as well as those of three survived the sinking of the Titanic in 1912, then survived the us by the Hillcrest disaster is that safety is everyone’s respon- of his sons at Hillcrest that day. According to van Vierssen Trip: sinking of the Empress of Ireland in the St. Lawrence in May of “For the people of Hillcrest, their very closeness to each other 1914 and finally, was rescued when the Lusitania was sunk by sibility, and blame a serious impediment to problem-solving.”

Pass local historian and researcher Ian McKenzie took on not only made the loss of 189 of their own more indescribably a German submarine in May of 1915. His shipmates referred to the topic of “Churches and Funerals” and his article walks painful but also helped support one another through the worst him as “Lucks Tower”! you through church development in Hillcrest and the horren- tragedy this Pass has ever seen.”

The commemorative brochure: “Celebrating the Spirit of the Stephanie Laine Hamilton of the Frank Slide Interpretive Miner” will undoubtedly be a collector’s item and will be availdous pressure that was eventually put on them during the disaster. Barbara van Vierssen Trip, program co-ordinator for the Centre tackled the unbelievably complex topic she entitled: able at all heritage partners in the Pass during the Hillcrest comCrowsnest Museum provided some insight with her “Select “Compensation for Orphans and Widows”. Literally hundreds memorative anniversary weekend.

What’s planned for Hillcrest Mine Disaster capital project?

Photo courtesy of Crowsnest Museum & Archives

The capital project will increase the prominence of the Hillcrest Mine Disaster Memorial Monument already in place, through appropriate landscaping and lighting.

Additional commemorative pillows will be added to the Canadian Coal Mining Memorial recognizing other Canadian mine disaster.

Improvements will be made to access, walkways and the parking lot, including wheelchair accessibility.

Appropriate fencing and gateway to the cemetery will be constructed.

New entrance signs will be put in place to create a “sense of arrival” for visitors to the cemetery.

Additional interpretive signage will be added to increase awareness of the historical significance of the event.

As a legacy project, the Hillcrest Mine Disaster 100 committee is working on a plan to finish the washroom and concession at the Hillcrest Ball Complex, which will serve the community for many years into the future for

sporting and community events.

The success of this project will depend on community involvement and fundraising.

The budget figure for the capital project is $385,000 (plus $30,000 engineering) for a total of $415,000.

The project will be paid for through a fundraising campaign. To date a major donation of $100,000 has been received from Teck Coal.

Also commitments have been received from the Lethbridge Community Foundation and Devon Canada plus individual donations.

Federal and provincial grants have been applied for and recently the committee has received confirmation from the Community Facility Enhancement Program that a $125,000 grant has been approved.

The Municipality has committed up to $150,000 to fund the capital project. Depending on the success of the fundraising campaign, the full amount of the Municipal commitment may not have to be fully accessed.