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Randall Hopley appeals seven-year sentence

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

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he man who abducted a three-year-old boy from his Sparwood home in 2011 is appealing his seven-year prison sentence.

Randall Hopley was sentenced last November for the September 2011 kidnapping of Kienan Hebert from a second floor bedroom. After a

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four-day RCMP search for the child, Hopley returned Kienan unharmed to the family's home.

Hopley, declared a long-term offender, has a history of sexually abusing children, but Kienan was apparently not assaulted during his time with his abductor.

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residences across the provincial boundary in Alberta. With credit for time already served, he still faces more than four years behind bars.

Hopley was also sentenced to 10 years of mandatory supervision after his release — the maximum period under the long-term offender designation. A forensic psychiatrist told a sentencing hearing that Hopley is a "high risk" to reoffend if he's released from prison.

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Fernie teachers rally prior to full scale strike

Teachers and supporters rallied at the corner of Highway 3 and Seventh Street on Monday.

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

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ust a day before full scale strike action began, Fernie teachers and supporters hit the streets for a rally Monday morning. A large group lined

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all four corners of Highway 3 and Seventh Street stocked with signs and encouraging vehicles passing by to wave and honk in support.

President of the Fernie District Teachers' Association Kate

Noakes was pleased to see the community come out for the cause.

“It was awesome,” she remarked. “I was glad there was a big turnout because our rally wasn’t just about teachers, it was

about saving public education.

There’s a movement against public services – publicly funded public services – across the western nation of the world, and we are part of that.”

Noakes was pleased to receive support at the rally from other unions, including United Steelworkers 9346 and the local postal workers.

“We have a lot of support,” she said. “I think people are beginning to understand that this is about a lot more than the teachers, and it’s not because we’re greedy and unreasonable.

It’s about way more than that and it really is important that the public knows that.”

Full scale strike action began Tuesday, after negotiations between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) and the government stalled on Monday afternoon.

Last Thursday, the BCTF served the required strike notice of 72 hours, after members voted 86 per cent in favour of escalating rotating strike action.

The province's 41,000 teachers

have been without a contract since June 2013, and the full strike is the latest development in a dispute that has seen the union and government divided over issues of wages and classroom conditions.

The latest offer made by the BCFTF on Friday dropped wage demands to eight per cent over five years, down from their original offer of 13.5 per cent over three years. It also proposed a $5,000 signing bonus and asked for new money specifically to deal with classroom conditions.

The government is now proposing seven per cent over six years and maintaining its offer for a $1,200 signing bonus if the deal is done by June 30.

The B.C. Labour Relations Board has extended its essential services order to include provincial final exams and marks for graduating students, so they can apply for post-secondary studies.

At press time, talks were at a standstill and full scale strike action was ongoing. Visit www. thefreepress.ca for the latest on this developing story.

Mobile vendor regulations a concern

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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ummer is quickly approaching, and the pedestrian traffic in downtown Fernie will start to increase.

At last week’s council meeting, the public expressed concerns over the city’s current mobile vendor policies.

“Downtown restaurant owners and residents believe food trucks have a place in Fernie, but not in our downtown and particularly not with the existing lack of guidelines,” restaurant owner Marsha Churchill said.

Under the current guidelines, street vendors only have to pay a flat rate of $250 per year, Chief Administrative Officer Jim Hendricks explained.

This leaves business owners like Churchill in a vulnerable place.

“My $2,000 a month (in rent) can not compare to the $250 a year the food trucks pay,” she noted.

Other concerns include the vendors late hours of operation, the proximity of the trucks to competing businesses and the lack of public facilities for patrons in the downtown core.

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Over 30 store owners signed a petition addressing their concerns, a petition that Churchill gave to a city hall employee on April 30.

But council said they had no knowledge of the document. They did however, share Churchill’s concerns.

“I think she made some great points and I think we need to address that,” Councillor Dan McSkimming said.

“We don’t want to shortcut businesses.”

Other British Columbia cities have truck vendor regulations such as an enforced distance of 50-100 meters from any restaurant, bar or school, daily taxes and an enforced distance of 50 meters from a public restroom, Churchill said.

And she would like to see these kinds of regulations here in Fernie.

“The issues of waste management, noise and loitering need to be addressed with concrete measures that protect residents and business owners,” she said.

As of now, council has committed to further discuss the issue, but with the summer season quickly approaching, Councillor McSkimming and Councillor Randal Macnair said they would like council to look over the current regulations before the mobile vendors arrive. “(We need to) make sure that anybody else coming forward knows what's happening and plays by the rules,” Councillor Macnair said.

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Mobile Medical Unit will make a stop in Fernie

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B.C.’s Mobile Medical Unit will be parked in Fernie on June 23 and 24.

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.C.'s Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) is coming to Fernie.

The hospital-on-wheels will be parked outside the Elk Valley Hospital June 23 and 24 for outreach and education sessions with hospital staff, and to show the community what it's capable of.

The MMU can be deployed anywhere in the province when disaster strikes or when additional capacity is needed to cope with emergencies or large scale public events. The 16 metre tractortrailer expands to a 90 square-metre flexible facility with eight to 10 patient treatment bays and can also support planned hospital renovations and outreach clinics.

During its time in Fernie, the MMU will host emergency and hospital staff, physicians, nurses, paramedics and firefighters as they run through training sessions. Teck Coal and Search and Rescue have also been invited to take part in education regarding mass casualty incidents and decontamination scenarios, as well as extreme weather training.

“Anytime we get an opportunity for new learning opportunities and have some new energy come in to the community we like to take advantage of it, as well as benefiting our communities so people

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n April 26, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton announced that British Columbia would be making significant changes to their liquor laws, one major change being the removal of beer gardens.

“We knew our liquor laws were old fashioned and out of date,” Antoine said during a press conference.

“Allowing family friendly festivals to license the grounds instead of cordoning off beer gardens means families can stay together and enjoy the music, fun and festivities.”

And local residents are taking advantage of this change.

This year marks the fourth year of the Wapiti Music Festival, and festival director Kevin McIsaac

has been working closely with the liquor licensing board to ensure the community festival sees these changes.

At the June 9 council meeting, McIsaac asked council to support him in his efforts to initiate changes to the beer garden set up.

His goal is to give patrons the ability to wander outside of the tent with their alcoholic beverages.

But he said he recognizes that certain security measures are necessary for these changes to work.

“We don’t want to just have a festival wide drinking party,” he said.

“That doesn’t fit with the nature of the festival we have and I don’t think it fits with the nature of the community we have.”

The liquor board has advised McIsaac that the security ration must be one to 100 patrons, although it has not yet been confirmed if that is one to

100 of-age patrons or of all the patrons attending the festival.

McIsaac also wants to limit the amount of drinks guests can bring out of the tent to one.

And although there are details that still need to be flushed out, council supported the proposed changes to the special occasion liquor licensing.

“I’m confident that the people who are running Wapiti can sort this out with the liquor group,” Councillor Dan McSkimming said.

“If it works and you can pull it off, then I think it will be great.”

And because of the security measures already in place, including guards monitoring the festival’s entrance, McIsaac is confident that if there are any incidents, the rules can easily be changed.

“We can just put a stop to it at any moment if things go awry,” he said.

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know what resources are available to us,” commented Jo-Ann Hnatiuk, clinical practice educator with the Elk Valley Hospital. “Being in the interior, we get forgotten about a little bit from the Lower Mainland, so they wanted to make sure that they had an opportunity to see what it's like for us out here as well.”

She added, “And, not rely so much on what Alberta has to offer, but see what B.C. can provide for us.”

On Monday, June 23, Elk Valley residents are encouraged to tour the MMU during an open house from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m.

As an active mining area and a destination recreational spot, Hnatiuk believes the MMU will help bring current and relevant educators to town, benefiting both medical professionals, as well as the general public.

“It's an opportunity to have excellent education, to know the resources that we have, to actually practice what we are supposed to be doing with the training and to test our plans,” she said. “It's also to sort of create some interdisciplinary relationships with our community... and just to build that cohesiveness within the Elk Valley.”

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Sparwoodians pop tags at Elk Valley Thrift Shop

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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on’t let the size of the Elk Valley Thrift Shop fool you.

With support from the community, the store has donated tens of thousands of dollars to local organizations and individuals in need of financial support.

This past Monday, the thrift shop presented the residents of Lilac Terrace with a $10,000 cheque.

“It’s awesome that such a small group can do so much for the community,” Lilac Terrace Administrator Deborah Freisen said.

“It brings tears to your eyes.”

The money will be used for the facility's extension, where 12 new apartments and two new community rooms will be added.

And with a long waiting list, Freisen said this expansion is truly needed.

“So we can keep our seniors close to home.”

But financial support is not the only way the Elk Valley Thrift Shop is involved in the community.

In fact, their main target is the

environment.

The shop has only been open since December 12 last year, but they’ve already donated 8,000 lbs of textiles that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill, owner and operator Katrin Taylor said.

“We’re trying to help our world in general. It’s great to start with Sparwood, but we need to get the young people on board.”

“It’s been a lot of hard work… but, you know, it makes us all proud and happy,” Taylor added.

Most of the clothing donated to the shop is washed, dried up and hung to sell to thrifty customers coming in to the store for a bargain.

Even textiles that can’t be sold are given to the Trans-Continental Textile recycling plant in Surrey, B.C. — a plant that ships clothing to developing countries and recycles fabrics deemed unusable.

“Nothing goes to the garbage,” employee Chris Chala proudly announced.

The store’s goal is to prevent dumping whenever possible and to recycle, reduce and reuse items. With a lot of support from the community, Taylor said they’ve been successful thus far.

The Elk Valley Thrift Shop donates $10,000 to the Lilac Terrace expansion.

Photo by K. Dingman

But recycling textiles is just one small aspect of what the Elk Valley thrift shop does.

In the last six months the store has donated to local organizations like the Frank J Mitchell Elementary School’s breakfast club and the Elk Valley Hockey Association, and to individuals in need of financial support.

Taylor said this wouldn’t be possible without the help of the community and her volunteers.

“We’ve done a lot in a very short amount of time and that’s because we have a great group of ladies,” Taylor said while smiling at two of her volunteers, Chala and Dawn Wyld.

Community of Elkford comes together for RMES Submitted

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he community of Elkford has rallied around Rocky Mountain Elementary School (RMES) after smoke contaminated the building and its contents on June 1.

The district of Elkford opened the doors of their Community Centre to four primary classes: two kindergarten, one Grade K/1 and a Grade 1 class. The Community Centre has opened their playground

area, kitchen facilities, bathrooms, and ballroom to the four groups. The preschool is also sharing supplies and toys with the kindergarten classes from RMES. Last Monday, Mrs. Turner of the Elkford Community Garden organized a gardening event for the young students. Hosted at the Community Garden, there were stations on worm composting, weeding, planting, water conservation, soil transfer, soil sifting, plant identification and plant care.

Volunteers from the community as well

as support from the district created this amazing event. Approximately 63 children were treated to an afternoon in the sun.

A special thanks to Mrs. Joanne Turner, Voni Ratudradra (water ambassador) and the district of Elkford for releasing them for this spectacular event. All the children took home a plant and rain gauge.

Last Tuesday, all four classes were taken on tours of the Elkford Fire Hall. On Wednesday, a local RCMP visited the Community Centre to talk about his career.

Also on Wednesday, the District of Elkford Arts Council held a ceramic workshop for all 63 children in the new Art Studio at the Recreation Centre. All the classes created a clay project under the direction of Teri Cleverly.

A special thanks goes to The District of Elkford for supporting their children and thanks to School District 5 for their quick response and support in difficult times!

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City approves plans to build Dr. Sparling East Park

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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ith the city's approval, plans to reshape and upgrade Parkland Terrace and Alpine Trails are underway.

During Monday's council meeting, the city passed a motion to name the park after Dr. Sparling East, a man who devoted his life to servicing the community.

“Dr. East was a very dedicated man, he was dedicated to the citizens of Fernie as a medical professional over four decades and he was involved in numerous community minded associations,” resident Tara Beck said. “I think everybody here has heard of Dr. Sparling East in some fashion.”

Beck has been working closely with the Leisure Services Advisory Board (LSAB) to plan the layout for the park.

Over the next few years, she hopes to incorporate benches, picnic tables and garbage cans into the park. Dr. Sparling East Park will also have updated and extended trails, and interpretive trail signage that

will educate people on the history of Fernie — including a rocky mountain snail sign and a ghostrider sign.

Building a gateway sign is the first phase of the plan, and it is estimated to cost around $8,500.

But with financial helpfrom the city and support from grants, private donations and the residents of the area, Beck said this project is feasible.

In fact, the residents have already dedicated a lot of time and energy to cleaning up the park.

On May 3, around 40 residents volunteered over 100 hours to help clean up the area.

And council took notice of their perseverance.

“It’s so gratifying when a group of citizens take ownership of their neighbourhood, of their community. It makes it easy to get behind,” Councillor Randal Macnair said.

“I think all of you are to be commended for doing what you’re doing,” Mayor Mary Giuliano added.

But the support for Dr. Sparling East Park sparked

some debate over Maiden Lake.

“We’ve got highly utilized park space that we don’t even own,” Councillor Williard Ripley commented.

“We should be stepping up and taking over that park and upgrading it because it’s continually being downgraded.”

The developers responsible for the commercial buildings in that area own the park, but in the past they have encouraged the city to take over the ownership of the Maiden Lake property, Director of Planning Bruce Lennox said.

“It’s used so much by the citizens of Fernie and the people passing through town,” Councillor Dan McSkimming said. “I’d hate to see it get any worse if we could take it over.”

The city agreed to look further into purchasing the Maiden Lake property.

McSkimming suggested adding a gazebo shelter and washrooms to the area.

“I think it’s a real jewel for us,” he said.

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Wining and dining

Adults enjoyed wine and cheese at the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce’s Adult Social during the weekend’s Coal Miner Days celebrations.

Photo by K. Dingman

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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hildren have always tended to be the focus of the Coal Miner Days celebration.

Although families are encouraged to come out to events and support the community, activities like face painting, laser tag and the soap box derby cater solely to Sparwood's youth.

But the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Adult Social is an event that is meant for the grown-ups of the community.

“We thought it would be nice to have an adult only event,” Chamber of Commerce Manager Norma McDougall said.

This year, around 50 patrons came out on Friday to enjoy wine, cheese and meats all donated by businesses in the community, including Overwaitea Foods and Loaf Bakery, McDougall said.

“We had wonderful support from the business community.”

Despite a lower turn out from last year’s adult social, McDougall said the event was still a success.

“We had a good mix of people.”

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Editorial

by Nicole Obre

Beer gardens at festivals and special events may soon be a thing of the past. Thanks to the most recent review of the B.C. Liquor Policy, the barriers surrounding beer gardens are coming down – literally and figuratively. And Fernie's own Wapiti Music Festival is looking to capitalize on the change.

The brains behind Wapiti are working hard with the liquor licensing board to make sure the fourth annual music festival is the first year that sees patrons roaming free throughout Annex Park with a tasty alcoholic beverage in hand.

On the one hand, it seems like a brilliant idea.

Festival goers will be able to get up close and personal with the bands without being restricted to a cordoned-off beer garden. Parents with kids in tow can enjoy a beer or cooler and remain with their family.

But weren't beer gardens created for a reason to begin with? The new rules may be just as much of a disadvantage for families as they are an advantage. Wapiti prides itself on being a place where kids, adults, and seniors can all enjoy a day in the sun (fingers crossed!) enjoying fresh, Canadian, indie music. And while most of us feel like we're pretty capable of indulging in a few adult beverages and maintaining our manners (not to mention our dignity), that's not always the case.

What about the rowdy guy who has one too many and decides to take his shirt off? Or the girl who after a few drinks is talking loudly to her friends using foul and inappropriate language?

Removing the beer garden would also make it easy for those legally purchasing alcoholic beverages to share them with minors. Is that consistent with the family friendly environment Wapiti has cultivated over the years?

While it doesn't seem fair to subject young families to potentially lewd behaviour, it also doesn't seem fair to expect everyone to be on their best behaviour. Festival goers have every right to have a few drinks and let loose in a party atmosphere - something that's much easier to control within the confines of a beer garden.

Don't get me wrong, I would love to see festival goers enjoying all aspects of Wapiti with a drink in hand - myself included - I'm just not sure it's realistic.

Thankfully, there will be security working the event ensuring that things don't get too out of hand. And Fernie council has endorsed Wapiti's plan to say goodbye to the beer gardens, so as long as the liquor licensing board gives the ok, it looks like a sure thing. Here's hoping it all works out for the best and Wapiti remains a fun festival for all ages.

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river bank protection work done prior to this year's flood event. This past week, several haul trucks and earth moving equipment were used to establish some river bank protection in the Cokato area. This preliminary work is proposed to be followed up next year by repairing the original 1906 dyke. This river bank protection support, the establishment of rural fire Thank you protection for all of Cokato, along with the upcoming paving of the Cokato road is greatly appreciated by our community.

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Wondering where the lines are

Driving here has become a bit of a challenge each spring as once again, from Alberta to Creston mostly, there are no lines on the highway.

Over the last few years the lines seem to have been painted with paint that just washes away over the winter.

Yellow lines, dividing lines, double lines, lines at the edge of the road and most important pedestriancrossing lines are extinct.

I watched some little kids trying to cross the highway at the crossing zone while traffic roared by, many of the drivers unaware that there were double lanes, never mind a crossing zone. No lines to be seen. No paint. Someone is going to get killed!

Using poor paint and taking your sweet time to keep our highways safe for the people that you work for and pay you to do this work has become inexcusable.

Maybe try some big yellow wax crayons on our highway. That might last longer than the crappy paint being used.

Why has the maintenance of our highways fallen to such low and dangerous standards?

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T h e r e ’ s something about it that’s so different from the other things I do in my life.

It’s playing.

And while some Shelby Cain days I feel like playing is ALL I get accomplished, this playing is for me. Just for me.

I don’t have to be the prince or the castle guard or the blue man in Candy Land or the undesirable animal on the farm that no one else wants to be. I get to be the girl racing her bike along the trail, dodging trees and hopping roots. The wind whipping past me as I descend the steep, jagged mountain without a care in the… wait a second.

What the heck is that? A knot in my stomach. A prickling up the back of my neck. Sweaty palms. The silence shattered by a shrill screaming… from my brakes.

That, my friends, is fear.

Where did that come from? When I first started riding, down was the reward for all the hard work of going up. My brakes were there mostly to help me take the corners, and by the time I got to the bottom I’d have to pick the bugs out of my teeth because I couldn’t contain my smile. What happened?

Now, instead of the odd warrior cry, I find myself saying “whoa, whoa.” I think I even let out a “nice and easy” last week. It does not feel like a reward. Yesterday I found myself in a full stop on a root while facing directly down the slope, defying all the laws of physics.

Oops. Of course, physics prevailed. I couldn’t clip out in time and tumbled down, bike over teakettle. People assumed my war wounds were from some hard-core riding. Really, they were badges of shame.

I’ve started referring to myself as an ’up’ person. I will put my whole heart and soul into the up. If you want to race to the top of Hyperventilation, I’m your girl. But you might as well pack a lunch if you’re going to wait for me at the bottom. You’ll know I’m coming when you hear the squeal from my exhausted brake pads.

Is fear another wonderful side effect of getting older? Maybe. But I’ve heard that as you get older you also get wiser. And if I picture myself trying to take my kids to the beach or on a hike with my leg in a cast, I shudder. Not convenient. So I’m calling it wisdom. And if you come up behind me on your epic descent of Swine Flu, right before that sweet berm, and you have to slow down, I won’t be offended if you make a little ‘bok bok bok’ sound as you ride by.

I deserve it.

The Parent Trip

A Benefit Concert for the

Freedom Climb Tuesday, June 24, 2014 Mountainside Community Church

7pm

Admission by Donation

1622 10th Avenue, Fernie

Works by Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Fauré, and more.

Featuring Performances by:

-Sharla Cockwell, piano- -Ivana Ferraro, piano- -Jael Wong Fehringer, soprano-The Fernie Chamber Orchestrawww.thefreedomclimb.net

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FAR supports Relay for Life

Fernie Alpine Resort has donated $500 to the Elk Valley Relay for Life, coming up on June 21 in Sparwood.

From left: Relay for Life Event Organizer Jennifer Smith with Fernie Alpine Resort’s Karen Pepper.

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Around the Valley

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Please send an email to customerservice@thefreepress.ca or drop off a brief description of your event at The Free Press office.

Mondays

• 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to noon – Parent Tot Fun Times at the Fernie Community Centre • 10:00 to 11:00am – AquaFit at the Sparwood Pool • 11:00 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00pm – Dominoes at Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 3:30 to 5:30pm – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Theatre Sports Workshop, 8-14 years, The Arts Station • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 7:00pm – Power Step at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm – Mahjong at Fernie Seniors Drop in Centre • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Pilates at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Prenatal Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Tuesdays

• 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 9:30 to 11:00am – Preschool Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 9:30 to 11:00am – Ladies Morning Wallyball at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 1:30pm - Crafts Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 10:00 to 5:00pm - Elkford Library Open • 10:00 to 8:00pm - Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to noon - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 11:00 to 6:00pm - Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15 to noon - Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 3:00pm – Computer Fun at the Sparwood Library • 1:00 to 3:00pm – Lanes and Leisure Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 5:30pm – Red Cross Swim

Lessons at the Sparwood Pool • 3:30 to 4:30pm – After School Pottery I, ages 5-12, The Arts Station • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Lego Club, ages 6 – 10, Fernie Library • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Full Charge Workout at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30 – Ladies Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall • 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 7:30pm – Crib/Whist at Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – AquaFit 14+ at the Sparwood Pool

Wednesdays

• 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 11:00am – Preschool Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 11:00am – AquaFit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 10:30 to noon - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 11:00 to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15 to noon - Toddlertime at the Fernie Library for ages 2 & under • 12:00pm - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00pm - Cribbage at Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 5:30pm – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool • 3:30 to 4:45pm – The Puzzlers, ages 9-12 at the Fernie Library • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 9:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361

Eighth Ave. Fernie • 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Thursdays

• 9:30 to 11:00am – Ladies Morning Wallyball at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 9:30 to 11:00am – Preschool Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 9:30 to 11:30am - MOMs Group at the Fernie Library • 10:00 to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to noon - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00 to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:00 to 8:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:00 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 3:00pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Green Thumbs Environmental Club at the Sparwood Library • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Living Books, ages 6-10, Fernie Library • 4:00 to 5:00pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Full Charge Workout at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 6:00 – Youth Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre

Fridays

• 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 9:30 to 11:00am – Preschool Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 11:00am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00 to 6:00pm - Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:00 to 6:00pm- Elkford Library

Open • 11:00 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 11:15 to noon - Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:15 to 3:15pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Pioneer Crafts at the Fernie Library, ages 7-10 (registration required) • 4:00 to 5:00pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Pool • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Free Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm - Jitney Darts at the Fernie Legion – everyone is welcome • 7:30pm – Cribbage at the Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Teen/Adult Swim at the Elkford Pool

the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 4:30pm – Game On! Board Games for all ages at the Fernie Library • 4:30 to 5:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Kayaking at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Pilates at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 7:30pm - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

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• 9:00 to 12:30pm - Jaffray – Baynes Lake Farmer’s Market (starting June 14th) • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 12:00 to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 1:00 to 2:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 5:00pm - Fernie Library Open to Public • 2:00 to 4:00pm – DnD for Teens at the Fernie Library • 2:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 4:00 to 6:00pm - Meat Draw at the Fernie Legion • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Sundays

• 12:00 to 2:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 2:30pm – ‘Game On!’ board games at the Fernie Library • 1:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 2:00 to 4:30pm – Public Swim at

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RELAY FOR LIFE - ELK VALLEY

What is Relay for Life?

Saturday, June 21, 2014 Sparwood Pool and Leisure Centre Thanks to our sponsors!

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he Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life is an inspiring event that brings together more than 160,000 people throughout Canada to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and empower individuals and communities to fight back against cancer.

Relay brings together the people of the Elk Valley Communities who have a common goal of fighting cancer. Join us on June 21st from 10:00 10:00 for this inspirational, non-competitive, 12-hour event. Until you take part you won't feel the passion, the inspiration, and the hope that participants share at Relay For Life. This year’s theme is Rockin’ Through the Ages – we are encouraging teams and participants to dress up as though they were from an era of rock and roll, and decorate their tents and be ready to spend the day dancing their laps as they Relay! There will be live entertainment and activities all throughout the day! The Lions Club will be serving up food all day long. This event is open to everyone in the Elk Valley to come on by and show their support.

Relay begins with a celebration of courageous cancer survivors taking the inaugural Victory Lap that sends a message that there is always hope. Then, there is time during Relay when participants take a moment to remember cherished loved ones in a moving luminary ceremony. Our last ceremony reminds us that we Relay because we have been affected by cancer and desperately want to put an end to suffering and loss caused by this disease.

The fight back ceremony is a time to make a personal commitment to improve your health, the health of your family and your community.

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Every step taken during Relay For Life helps the Canadian Cancer Society save lives. Funds raised at Relay allow us to: • Fight all cancers by investing in the best cancer research • Influence change through our advocacy efforts to create healthier environments and help individuals reduce their risk of cancer • Empower Canadians with reliable, up-to-date information • Speak up on issues that affect Canadians with cancer • Provide a range of support programs to people living with cancer, including family members and caregivers 2013 Relay For Life, British Columbia & Yukon stats: • More than 12,600 participants were involved in 53 events • Over 1,800 cancer survivors celebrated by walking the Survivors' Victory Lap • Over 12,100 luminaries were lit in honour or in memory of loved ones • 2,174 volunteers played a role in making it all happen • Together, we raised over $4.3 million for the fight against cancer

To aLL The TeaMs Thank you for supporting such a great cause!

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Shirley’s story

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hen you take part in the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay For Life, you are taking important steps to change cancer forever. Your donations enhance the quality of life of people who are living with cancer and allow the Society to fund caring support programs like CancerConnection, Cancer Information Service and Financial Support. Sparwood’s Shirley Bevilacqua, a brain cancer survivor, appreciates the financial assistance she received when she needed it most.

In a series of three, Shirley was diagnosed with brain cancer and had her tumor removed in March 2011. Then that May, she was diagnosed with lung cancer and had a portion of her lung removed. And finally, in September, she had a recurrence of brain cancer and was rushed to Vancouver for brain surgery.

The financial assistance she received at that time was a welcome relief after a challenging year. Shirley also stayed at the Society’s Jean C Barber Lodge for one of her trips to Vancouver – a low-cost home away from home for those who are undergoing outpatient treatment. Shirley describes the lodge as having a huge impact on her experience, giving her the sense that she wasn’t alone. She says she appreciated the good company and peer support she found there.

“It was awesome! Such good meals and it was so clean,” says Shirley. “I admire the Canadian Cancer Society. I wouldn’t be here without this support and research advancements in treatment.” Shirley will be 69 this year. She’s happily married to her husband Romeo and looks forward to celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary in a couple of years. She has two children and six grandchildren.

“I love too much. I love unconditionally. That’s why I want to keep going and stay positive,” she says. “I don’t want to see my family hurt. My special family and friends – that’s what keeps me going.”

Stories like Shirley’s remind us that every little bit helps when it comes to fighting cancer. Please support your local Relay For Life event and join the movement to change cancer forever.

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My cancer story: Corien Sieders I never will forget that day I went for my Mammogram and the Nurse told me they had found some “darker spots” and I had to come back the same day for an ultrasound. My first thought…. it will be scar tissue from my breast reduction surgery. I had a trip coming up the next day for work to fly to Korea and attend a Travel Trade show, so I had no time to get cancer. Unfortunately it turned out different.

I was diagnosed with breast cancer.

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y husband and I went to the Specialist and he told us that I had breast cancer…. you think “No not me”… that is not possible. I am too young, I am too busy with work and have no time to be home for a few months….

I was lucky I had the “best” form you can have and with surgery and radiation the chances of surviving were pretty good. The question came of course whether I choose to get lumpectomy or mastectomy done…... I looked at it as follows; If your finger is infected you are not taking off your whole arm. I went for lumpectomy.

My world turned upside down and to protect myself I geared into autopilot. My husband was- and is- an enormous help. He understood and was there for me when needed. Our way to deal with this was: ”let’s live a normal life until the day before surgery.”

The months after surgery where really tough. I

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AGAINST CANCER www.relaybc.ca realized I was really sick and had to accept that.

Unfortunately I had to go away for the radiation and was gone from home almost 5 weeks. I got a lot of support from friends and family. My husband was an immense support, you know that you have a strong relationship when you’re going through pain, anger and a lot of crying and he is still beside you.

I have to share that this whole situation changed my life in a positive way. This may sound weird but when you can accept and realize you had cancer and beat it, you have got a second chance…. that is something that gave me a lot of strength and positive energy. My personal life is number one and work will be second.

Not the other way around like it used to be.

When you got diagnosed with breast cancer you feel it is the end of the world, looking back for me it was a new beginning!

Enjoy your life and be grateful for the small things that will cross your path and are so easy to take for granted.

Overwaitea Foods is a proud sponsor of the Relay for Life.

Team Crocodile Rock is Rockin' through the ages

Left to right: Sharon Glover, Marjorie Templin, Sonya Hutchinson.

Missing: Michelle Nearing

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Roller Derby

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n Saturday June 21st Fernie’s Avalanche City Roller Girls (ACRG) will take on Thrashin' Lassies of Calgary, Alberta at the Sparwood Arena as their 3rd bout in their home game schedule. ACRG will be proudly wearing the colour yellow in support of Relay for Life. The past 2 years has seen ACRG climb from 85th to 12th on the Canadian Roller Derby

rankings.

Partial proceeds of the non-profit event will be donated to the Relay for Life. Doors open at 6:30pm. Whistle blows at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased at the door; $5 for volunteers and participants of the Relay for Life, students, seniors, $10 for adults and children 12 and under are free.

ACRG is a not for profit, community-based organization, whose mission is to develop flat track roller derby skaters to be athletic and empowered. We foster a fun, inclusive environment that embodies the values of teamwork, success, strength, respect, integrity and dedication. We demonstrate positive roles for women and youth and are contributing members of our community, giving back through outreach, volunteerism and fundraising. To find out more information please visit www.fernierollerderby.com

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ou're Invited!

Relay For Life is just over two weeks away! We hope that you have marked June 21st on your calendar.

This years theme is Rockin' Through the Ages – Join the participants as we celebrate you the Survivors and Caregivers. Spend the day or just join us for the survivors lap as we dance our laps around the track.

Registration is at 9:00 am at the Sparwood Pool & Leisure Centre. Make your way to the Survivor Diner, enjoy some refreshments, stay for the day or just the morning. Survivors lap is at 10:00

Elk Valley Thrift Shop supports Relay For Life

Thrifting at its finest! Sustainable reuse of everything from clothing and shoes to kitchen items and gifts.

NON-PROFIT/ VOLUNTEER RUN! Elk Valley Thrift Shop 127 Centennial Square, Sparwood 250 425 0853

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Spring is in bloom at the Fernie Garden Centre

From left: Karen Nicolson and Margie Sutherland show off the Fernie Garden Centre’s beautiful spring flowers.

Photos by K. Dingman

overnight temperatures can be very cool, which can be problematic for some plants, Nicolson said.

But the Fernie Garden Centre has lots of storage space for those more difficult plants.

The Nicolsons own five greenhouses where they grow everything from vegetables and custom-made soil to hanging baskets and planters.

Garden Centre employees work seven days a week to maintain the crops.

Margie Sutherland has been working at the centre for 12 years.

Made grower after only her second year and manager in her third year, Sutherland is who Nicholson refers to as her ‘right hand woman.’

“We’ve got a great staff and great costumers and it’s just a lot of fun,” Sutherland said.

Many of the Garden Centre’s customers are new to gardening and require a lot of assistance, she said.

Although the Fernie nursery doesn’t host official workshops, the centre's employees are always willing to lend a helping hand. Customers frequently come in asking the employees how to grow a vegetable garden or what crops are successful in the local environment.

“We make sure we have enough time to spend with a new gardener, it’s like a mini-workshop in three minutes,” Sutherland said. “Because we are hands-on growers, we take a lot of pride in our product and I think it shows.”

The Garden Centre is open seven days a week until September 30. Nicolson says the spring is the centre's busiest time of the year, with Mr. and Mrs. Ed and Myrna Lowe Mother’s Day kicking off the season and July are pleased to announce the Graduation with finishing it off.

Distinction of their daughter Madison from the “I live in my greenhouses in the summertime,” University of Calgary where she has earned the degree she said.

Fernie is kudos in so many ways,” Nicolson said. “We’re farther and farther between.”

Nicolson and her husband opened the Garden Centre he gardening industry has changed since Karen in 2000 after moving here from Manitoba. Because the Nicolson became a grower 29 years ago. business is independent, the Nicolsons work hard to Today, it is rare to see small family operated provide their costumers with individual attention and gardening businesses. Plants are often mass-produced customized service, something she is very proud of. by large-scale growers who sell their products to big-box With nearly three decades of experience, Nicolson stores. spends a lot of her time speaking with customers and But at Karen and Craig Nicolson’s Garden Centre in giving them advice and guidance.

Fernie, the plants are grown locally.

But she says she learns a lot from them too.

“To have a place that’s an actual growing operation in “It’s always challenging,” Nicolson said.

“The more you learn, the more you want to learn… in this business there is just endless information.”

The weather in Fernie is one major July 1, 2014 10:30 am challenge for gardeners. Because of the at Maiden Lake heavy elevation in the area, evening and

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Fernie Elks Lodge #81 CANADA DAY (behind Extra Foods)

Paddle across Maiden Lake in a cardboard boat and raise money for a charity or community group!

Community Group Challenge - $100 entry fee.

All money goes to charity or community group of For more information, contact: winner’s choice.

Eric Mutcher 250-423-4164 Family Challenge - entry by donation.

Andy Lucas 250-423-8733 Winner takes all!

Giovanni Bernard 250-423-5528

The Rules: • • • • • • •

Construction of boat: non-waxed cardboard, duct-tape and paint.

Boat cannot exceed 25% of its surface area by duct-tape Must wear PFD Starting from sand beach, across the lake, switch paddlers and return.

Any size vessel and number of crew Boats will be inspected at 10:30 am and validated prior to race Event to start at 11 am SHARP

of Software Engineer with a Biomedical Specialization.

Congratulations! We are very proud of you.

With Love from Mom & Dad

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CONNECTION

CITY OF FERNIE BRITISH COLUMBIA

City of Fernie CONNECTION | Community Information and Opportunities | www.fernie.ca Looking for a little fun this summer?

City Council Meeting Schedule

Check out the Fernie Aquatic Centre’s week long Adventure Camps or Swim Lessons

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Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall Ph: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

(Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226

Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466

Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3)

For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911

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Interior Health and the City of Fernie remind customers of the provincial recommendation that newborns and people with weakened immune systems drink boiled water or a safe alternative at all times if served by an unfiltered surface water source.

Health risks increase as turbidity rises.

Stay Safe.

City of Fernie www.fernie.ca or 250-423-6817

June 17, 2014 Water Quality Rating: GOOD

In the spring time normal snowmelt conditions and rain often cause fluctuating Turbidity levels in our water. During these fluctuations the City of Fernie will issue public notices advising of the Water Quality Ratings. If you or your business would like to receive this notification via email or fax please contact City Hall at 250-423-6817 or email cityhall@fernie.ca. This Water Quality Rating appears on the homepage of the City of Fernie’s website www.fernie.ca and is advertised through local media during times of increased turbidity.

The Province’s turbidity index messaging tool is designed to notify water customers of current water quality and the relative risk of drinking the water. The index provides a Water Quality Rating as GOOD, FAIR or POOR and provides specific recommendations for each rating.

For daily ratings check the City’s homepage at www.fernie.ca

Swim lessons run Monday to Friday mornings all summer long • The full day swim and play camps include Red Cross Swim lessons, crafts, games, and outdoor activities for ages 5-6 and 7-12. Please call 250.423.2245 to register for lessons or camps.

• Fernie Leisure Services is now accepting applications for Permanent Part-time Aquatic Attendants and Lifeguard/ Instructors. Candidates MUST have the following CURRENT awards, Aquatic Attendant: Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C.’ Must be 15 years of age or older at time of hire; Lifeguard/Instructor I: NLS, WSI and Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C.’ Must be 17 years of age or older at time of hire.

Please email applications to cam.mertz@fernie.ca.

• The Fernie Aquatic Centre will be closed from May 24 – July 4, 2014 for facility maintenance. See you when we re-open July 5, 2014.

For our summer schedule please visit www.fernie.ca.

Notice of Proposed Property Disposition (Lease) Notice is hereby given that the City of Fernie intends to dispose of an interest in land, being the entering into of a lease for a portion of the Max Turyk Community Centre (Lot 1 District Lot 4588 Kootenay District Plan 10777), specifically Room 1 comprising of 734.64 square feet, with the Conseil scolaire francophone de la Colombie-Britannique, for a term of 2 year, with three year option to renew commencing on July 1st, 2014. The consideration to be received by the City for the proposed Lease is the initial sum of $7,346.40 per year.

This is the second of two notices, dated the 19th of June, 2014.

Cam Mertz, Director of Leisure Services

Public Hearing on Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2231, 2014

Rescheduled to Monday, June 23, 2014 at 7:00pm NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to sections 890 and 892 of the Local Government Act that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, June 23, 2014 at 7:00PM in the Council Chambers at Fernie City Hall, located at 501-3rd Avenue for the purpose of hearing representations concerning: • Bylaw Number: Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2231, 2014 • Purpose of Bylaw: In general terms, the purpose of the Bylaw is to adopt a new Official Community Plan for all lands within the boundaries of the Corporation of the City of Fernie (the “City”) and repeal Bylaw No. 1923, 2002. The new Official Community Plan is a statement of objectives and policies to guide decisions on planning and land use management, within the City, respecting the purposes of local government.

AT THE HEARING the public will be allowed to make representations to Council or present written submissions respecting matters contained in the proposed Bylaw and will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a copy of the aforementioned “Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2231, 2014” and related documents which have been or will be considered by Fernie City Council may be inspected on the City’s website or at City Hall on regular business days (Monday to Friday) between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM on June 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 and 23, 2014.

Written submissions will be accepted up to 5:00PM on Monday, June 23, 2014 to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. Written submissions can be provided by any of the following methods: • BY EMAIL: cityhall@fernie.ca • IN PERSON: City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue • BY FAX: (250) 423-3034 • BY MAIL: City of Fernie, Planning Department, Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 All submissions must include your name and street address. Submissions cannot be accepted after the Public Hearing. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For more information, please contact the Planning Department at 250.423.6817 or via email at cityhall@fernie.ca.

This Notice is published in accordance with Section 892 of the Local Government Act. Notice given by the Corporate Officer.

2014 Property Tax Notices Property Tax Notices for the City of Fernie have been mailed to all property owners on record. Property taxes are payable by July 2, 2014, after which time a 10% penalty will be added to any unpaid current year taxes.

If you haven’t received your tax notice in the mail please contact City Hall at 250-423-6817 or cityhall@fernie.ca and request that a copy be forwarded to you. New property owners who have not received a notice are advised to contact City Hall. No exemption from taxation or penalty is conferred by reason of non-receipt of the Property Tax Notice.

Payment of your property taxes can be made by mail, in person at City Hall, or by phone or internet banking or in person through most financial institutions. Cheques post dated to July 2, 2014 will be accepted at City Hall. Please allow time for your payment to arrive at City Hall prior to the due date. Post marks on mailed remittances will not be considered as date of payment. Receipt of electronic payments will be recorded at the date and time the funds arrive in the City’s bank account and not when the payment is transmitted by your financial institution.

Regardless of the method of payment, eligible property owners must complete the Home Owner Grant application that is attached to the bottom of the Tax Notice and remit it to City Hall in order to claim the Grant.

If you’ve misplaced the grant application that’s attached to the bottom of your tax notice, an online form is available at www.sbr.gov.bc.ca/documents_library/forms/0078FILL. pdf.Completed Home Owner Grant applications can be faxed to 250-423-3034 or scanned and emailed to cityhall@fernie.ca.

PROPERTY TAXES ARE DUE BY JULY 2, 2014.

Phone: (250) 423-6817 Fax: (250) 423-3034 Website: www.fernie.ca

Notice of Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting for the City of Fernie to receive submissions and inquiries from the public respecting the 2013 Annual Municipal Report will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 10:00a.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 501 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC. The 2013 Annual Municipal Report is available for public inspection on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca or a hardcopy of the Annual Municipal Report may be reviewed at City Hall during regular office hours.

The Annual Municipal Report contains the 2013 audited annual financial statements; a listing of the permissive tax exemptions granted and the amount of property taxes that would have been imposed on the property if it were not exempt for 2013; a report respecting municipal services and operations for 2013; a progress report in relation to the objectives and measures established in the 2012 Annual Report for the 2013 fiscal year; and a statement of municipal objectives, and the measures that will be used to determine progress respecting those objectives for the current and following year.

Anyone wishing to provide their comments to Council but are unavailable to attend the meeting on June 25, 2014 are encouraged to submit their comments in writing by any of the following methods: • IN PERSON: Drop off written submissions at the reception desk, City Hall, 501–3rd Avenue • BY FAX: (250) 423-3034 • BY MAIL: City of Fernie, Director of Corporate Administration Services, PO Box 190, Fernie BC V0B 1M0; or E-mail submissions should be sent to • BY EMAIL: cityhall@fernie.ca The deadline for written submissions is 5:00PM on TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2014. For more information, please contact Michelle Martineau, Director of Corporate Administration Services at 250.423.2231 or via email at michelle.martineau@fernie.ca.

Summer Hours Please make note of our summer hours effective: Wednesday, July 3, 2014 until and including Friday, August 29th, 2014 City Hall will be open from 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays) Regular Scheduled hours for City Hall, 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays), will resume on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2014.

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

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Upcoming Meetings of Council Monday, June 30 Monday, July 7 Monday, July 21 Monday, July 28

(in Council Chambers)

Committee of the Whole Meeting at 7:00 pm Regular Meeting HAS BEEN CANCELLED Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Committee of the Whole Meeting CANCELLED

NOTICE OF PROPOSED DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY BY SUBLEASE

Take Notice, that Council of the District of Sparwood will be considering a resolution to authorize the disposition of a portion of the property known as Lilac Terrace, legally described as Lot A, DL 4589 Kootenay District, Plan NEP65387 with a civic address of 102 – 2nd Avenue, by way of a sublease, to the District of Sparwood. The intent is to use the area adjacent to the Seniors Drop-In Centre to install outdoor adult exercise equipment.

The term commences July 1, 2014 to and including June 30, 2019, with a rental payment for the entire period of $15.00, plus GST or HST.

A copy of the Lease and related documentation may be inspected at the District of Sparwood Municipal Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC during regular business hours of Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm, excluding statutory holidays.

Barbara Nunes Director of Finance

Sprinkling Regulations

To promote water conservation in Sparwood, the District has implemented sprinkling regulations that shall be in effect from June 1 through September 30 each year. Even numbered addresses are allowed to water on even calendar days and odd numbered addresses are allowed to water on odd calendar days.

Exceptions to the water sprinkling restrictions include nurseries, golf courses, farms, turf and tree farms, municipal parks, playing fields, and other municipal properties.

There will be special permission for those residents who have installed a new lawn (either seed or sod) for a period of 21 days after installation of the lawn.

Water Smart Ambassador

Sparwood has once again hired a Water Smart Ambassador for the summer. Laura Morgan is happy to return, and will be available to conduct lawn and garden watering assessments for all residents, which will take approximately half an hour to complete. Laura can help with setting irrigation timers, and determining how long both manual and automatic sprinklers should be run to ensure a green lawn without overwatering. Call 250.910.0854 or email watersmart@ sparwood.ca to set up your appointment and receive your free hose timer and rain gauge today!

Security Alarm Bylaw, 1120

False alarms are costly, time consuming, and create a potential safety risk for the District.

This information will provide you with a brief overview of the definition of what constitutes a “false alarm”; however if you would like more detail, please refer to the actual “Security Alarm Bylaw 1120, 2013.” Original copies of the bylaw are available by contacting the District Office.

What is the law?

A "false alarm" means the activation of a security alarm system, resulting in the direct or indirect notification of the Police Department and the attending at real property from which such alarm originated and where the Police Department finds no evidence of criminal activity or other emergency situation(s). False alarm includes, but is not limited to: a) The testing of an alarm which results in a Police Department response;

b) An alarm actually or apparently activated by mechanical failure, malfunction or faulty equipment; c) An alarm activated by user error;

d) An alarm reporting a police or other emergency situation occurring on or in relation to real property from which such alarm originated and no credible evidence exists or where no such event took place; or

e) An alarm actually or apparently activated by atmospheric conditions, excessive vibrations, or power failure.

Warnings will be issued for the first offence and a fine of $150.00 will be issued for the second offense and will double with each subsequent offence.

Tips to Prevent False Alarms

• Alarm systems should receive regular maintenance and testing to ensure they are functioning properly.

• Check for drafts that may cause curtains, plants or decorations to set off motion detectors.

• Be sure everyone in the family, guests, cleaners and contractors or at the business knows how to properly operate the security system.

• Motion detectors require additional care to prevent false alarms. Ensure pets are not allowed to roam freely through the area that is covered by the motion detector. Do not keep balloons in an area covered by motion detectors.

Lease & Operation Sparwood Leisure Centre & Arena Concession Services

Invitation to Tender Sparwood Arena Compressor Replacement

Individual consultants, businesses or companies are invited to submit detailed TENDERS by which the goals, objectives and other requirements of this request may be best met.

TENDERS will be received in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the name and address of the TENDERER, the name of the Project: “Invitation of TENDER: Sparwood Arena Complex Compressor Replacement” and be addressed to Duane Lawrence, Director of Community & Facility Services, no later than 2:00 pm (MST), Thursday July 3, 2014 (the “Closing Deadline”), at the following address District of Sparwood – Leisure Centre 367 Pine Ave. Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0

The work generally comprises of the removal and replacement of one Mycom N8A compressor and oil separator in the arena refrigeration plant room. Copies of the Invitation for TENDER can be obtained from the District of Sparwood Leisure Centre at 367 Pine Avenue, Sparwood, BC, online at www.sparwood.ca or on BC Bid (www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca) on or after June 12, 2014.

Proponents are invited to submit proposals for the operation of the Sparwood Leisure Centre & Arena Concession Services.

The Sparwood Leisure Centre contains two concessions which provide restaurant services within the Leisure Centre and Arena complex. The District of Sparwood is looking for interested entrepreneurs in providing restaurant and concession services.

Proposals must include the following: • Name, address, and contact information.

• A description outlining your past concession experience.

• Description of your previous experience operating a business.

• Overview of your business concept for the concession operation.

• Provide a sample menu.

• Proposed operational hours.

The District of Sparwood reserves the right to waive informalities, to reject any or all Proposals, to negotiate with any and all proponents and to accept the Proposal deemed most favorable to the District of Sparwood. Proposals will be evaluated based on, but not limited to, proposed lease rates, extent of service to be provided, type and quality of food to be served, proposed hours of operation, and experience in the food service industry. Copies of the Call for Proposals may be obtained at the Sparwood Leisure Centre or are available online at www.sparwood.ca.

Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope, clearly marked “District of Sparwood Leisure Centre Concession Operations” to the Leisure Centre Office, located at 367 Pine Avenue, Box 669, Sparwood, BC, V0B 2G0 no later than 4:00 pm, June 23, 2014. Proposals received by facsimile or email will not be accepted.

Additional information is available via email at dlawrence@sparwood.ca.

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Taking steps towards a more Golf results socially connected world Ladies' D a y Results: June 10 Event: Putt Less (Strokes to Green)

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dedicated monk is journeying across Canada, and it is not his first time.

Monk Bhaktimarga Swami, formerly known as John Peter Vis, has walked across the country three times and is about to complete his fourth excursion.

“It’s such a good time each time, it just gets better,” he said, while eating his lunch outside of Fernie City Hall a couple of weeks ago.

Swami began his journey in 1996 when he walked from the west to east coast. Now the focus of his walks is to mature with the world and the road and to engage with nature and people along the way.

“One of the biggest challenges in the world today is to try to get people outdoors, away from gadgets,” he noted. “We need down time and I think walking allows that.”

The monk has broken this walk up into three separate expeditions, completing the east coast three summers ago, the prairies last year and finishing up in Alberta and British Columbia this year.

And on each journey he blows through three pairs of shoes.

The walk typically takes between six and seven months, he said.

On this expedition Swami has support from a few friends, including Daruka Dasa, Karuna Sindhu, a beautiful green parrot, and Michael Oesch, who also walked across Canada in 2006.

Despite this support, Swami said the journey can at times still be lonely. But he doesn’t let the

0-24: Bridget Hemsted 25-31: Val Emond 32-35: Eileen Thrun 36+: Donna Clark Skins: Kathy Jaeb, Donna Clark, Kay Chesley, Bridget Hemsted (two), Eileen Thrun Closest to the pin 0-31 handicap sponsored by Overwaitea: Val Emond Closest to the pin 32+ handicap sponsored by Park Place: Donna Clark Attendance Draw winner: Two rounds at Balfour Golf Course Liz Hamilton Attendance Draw winner: Cold/hot pack sponsored by Fernie Chiropractic - Kay Chesley Monk Bhaktimarga Swami is walking his way across Canada.

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loneliness hold him back.

“Probably people feel more loneliness boxed in their little home than they do when they’re walking,” he said. “The beauty is there, you just have to open your eyes.”

Baking for a cause

The Lilac Terrace pie makers.

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eet the Lilac Terrace pie makers: Rose Lippa, Helen Huryn, Olga Raffin, Gladys Musil, Bunny Mercereau, Gloria Baytaluke, Adeline McMahon, Rosina Berdusco and Carol Letasy.

These ladies have made and sold 150 apple pies! They are doing this to help raise money for the Lilac Terrace Expansion. Word has quickly spread throughout Sparwood and Elkford and the orders have been pouring in non-stop. When asked how long they plan to continue, Rose Lippa replied, “Until the expansion construction has started.”

The group gets together one or two mornings

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a week and share laughter and friendship while they pour their love into each pie. They are committed to helping make the expansion happen. “We cannot thank these ladies enough for everything they are doing. They have raised over $1,200,” said Administrator Deborah Friesen. “It is wonderful to see them working together, making an important contribution to Lilac Terrace. They are an incredible group.”

Fundraising for the expansion continues with the society board members approaching businesses and asking individuals to donate.

Charitable tax receipts are available for any donation over $10. For more information or to make a donation, please contact Deborah at 250425-2292.

There were 28 ladies that made it out to enjoy a beautiful day on the Fernie Golf and County Club course and we hope everyone had fun. Thank you to Ray and the grounds crew for all their continued hard work on the course. With the course maintenance punching the greens on Tuesday morning we were all

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thankful not to have to count our putts for the event. Course conditions continue to improve every day and the wonderful weather continues to be a bonus. As always, a special thanks goes out to the Ladies' Day sponsors, including Fernie Chiropractic, Freshies, Overwaitea, Park Place and The Tipple for their continued support of Tuesday Ladies' Golf.

A big welcome back goes out to Kay Chesley and Bridget Hemsted. It's great to have you two back on the course with us Tuesdays and it will certainly tighten up competition in the low handicap flight. We look forward to having many of you out on the course next week. There are organized tee times for June 24 at 8:57 a.m., 2:57 p.m. and 5:48 p.m.

Our event June 24 is a flighted event with 2 KP's and event winners for the low putts for each flight (with any luck our greens will be in spectacular condition after the work completed this past week).

Our mid-season Ladies' Golf Special will play July 8 and will have a Bedrock/Flintstones theme.

Save the dates on your calendar for Golf Fore the Cure July 22 and the Fernie Ladies' Open Tournament August 19. Special thanks goes out to Aysha Haines who had to do all the scoring June 10 as I was away at the Mens US Open Golf Championship volunteering for the Wellness Team and helping treat players and family during the event.

The Intense Fernie 3, a classic all-mountain three day singletrack mountain bike race June 28 to 30, 2014

Categories: 3 day solo 1 day solo 3 day relay Kids’ U16, U14, U12

Discounts to

FMBC members.

Register at: fernie.bike

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BEARSPAW CONTRACTING “COMMUNITY FIRST” SOCIETY

Community First

2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

July 24 & 25 , 2014 th

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Mountain Meadows Golf Club Highway 43, Elkford, BC

Come out July 24th for a night of entertainment, auctions and meeting the celebrities.

Corporate meet and greet

Celebrities scheduled to perform:

(also includes wine pairing with Celebrity Chef Michael Lyons)

Canadian Country Music Artist

is from 5 - 6:30 pm

Aaron Pritchet Jason Blaine

provided by Urban Entertainment group

Canadian Country Music Artist

Entertainment by the dueling pianos Vegas style.

Canadian Country Music Artist

Tickets are $20.00 For Thursday night event

Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup winner

Live Auction Items: • 2 tickets to any Montreal Canadiens game escorted by Gilbert Dionne to the Canadiens Alumni Suite (Air fare not included) • 3 people to Join Marty McSorley in LA for a day of golf, followed by dinner and a Kings game.

Followed by a 70' yacht and tour of the bay.

ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY • 4 tickets to a Seattle Mariners Game behind Home plate. ALSO, a private JET ride from Vancouver to Seattle, picked up in a limo and escorted to and from the airport to the game.

More to Come!

Jason Greely

Dave Semenko

Gilbert Dionne

Montreal Canadiens 93 cup winner

Jason Zuback

World record holder for the longest golf drive

July 25th Golf begins at 9am Dinner supplied by the Keg Steakhouse and Grill.

Dinner is $20.00 per person if not playing in the golf tourney.

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Bulls win their Coal Miner Days match

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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he Elk Valley Rugby Football Club dominated the field on Saturday.

During the Coal Miner Days game, the Bulls beat the Nelson Grizzles out with a final score of 46-15.

Just as the team captain had anticipated, the boys were able to take more possession over the ball.

“It was a good game,” Elk Valley Bulls captain Pete Dudman said.

“When we did get the ball we actually managed to make it count.”

Player Joe Ratudradra was named the team’s man of the match, scoring two tries and setting up a third one, Dudman said.

Next weekend the Grizzlies are up against the Cranbrook Rocky Mountain Rogues. If Nelson loses their match, the Bulls will be playing against Cranbrook on July 5 in the rugby club's finals.

The Elk Valley Bulls took down the Nelson Grizzlies 46-15 on Saturday.

Photos by K. Dingman

Fernie to hold its first running camp

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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t’s hard to imagine a 16-year-old starting up their own summer camp, but for one Londoner girl, a strong passion for running was all she needed.

Georgia Sear is hosting a running camp this summer in her home away from home — Fernie.

A silver medal winner of the London Youth Games, Sear decided to share her love for running with our small town community.

“There aren’t really any running camps in the Elk Valley

and I think it would be really, really good,” she said.

Children between the ages of eight and 13 can sign up for the four-day camp, held at the Fernie Secondary School track.

The camp doesn’t start until August 5, but Sear said she’s already had a lot of interest.

“I’m really excited,” she admitted.

Kids signed up for the camp will receive a water bottle and a t-shirt, partly sponsored by Giv’Er Shirt Works.

Sear said all other proceeds will be donated to the Emily Brydon Youth Foundation — a community foundation that supports youth through sports, educations and arts.

Fernie United Soccer Free Press of the

Over 85 soccer players from Fernie United competed in the Three Blind Refs Tournament.

Congratulations to all the young athletes for playing hard!

To sponsor Athlete of the Week contact Sara Moulton at advertising@thefreepress.ca

“Emily’s really inspiring and she wants to promote sports for kids in the Elk Valley just like me,” Sear said.

The ‘Catch me if you can’ camp caters to all children, regardless of their fitness level.

And although Sear enjoys the sense of accomplishment after winning a race, she said she also recognizes the health benefits of this hobby.

“It I wasn’t good at it, I would probably still run for health reasons,” she said.

“I love sports.”

For more information on the camp, contact Georgia Sear at catchmeifyoucanfernie@gmail.com.

THANK YOU, FERNIE Your participation in our "Round Up for Kids" event during May raised $2,904 for the BC Children's Hospital Foundation.

Over the past 12 months, the community has helped us raise over $10,500 for this very worthwhile cause. We could not have done this without the help and support of our generous community members.

Thank you!

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Fernie’s Old School Boxing Club wins their fight for community recognition

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

Announcement Greyhound Canada Transportation ULC-Fernie, BC Greyhound is relocating on Monday, June 16.

Greyhound’s new location will be 1561 9th Ave, Fernie, BC - 250–423-5577

Business Hours:

Business deliveries: Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Business pick ups to be determined.

Depot Hours: Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sunday and Holidays: Closed

We are excited to be moving to provide better service to you!

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he Fernie Old School Boxing Club put up a real fight to get more recognition in the community.

Their club's first annual fight night drew a crowd of over 300 people, despite clashing with the annual Coal Miner Days celebration.

“It was great to see the Fernie community coming out to support us,” Boxing Club President Mike Johnson said.

“A lot of people didn’t even realize there was a boxing club in Fernie. It certainly puts the club on the map.”

Teens as young as 13-years-old competed in the night’s matches.

And with 10 registered fighters in the Fernie Boxing Club, Saturday night's brawl showcased the men’s talent and dedication to the sport.

Rick Miller won his fight in the middle weight division and Bob Larson narrowly lost his classic heavy weight

Thank you

Risutto Construction & Cameron Enterprises for purchasing my 4h steer. ~Sarah Gredzuk

Thank you Island Lake Lodge for purchasing my Reserve Champion 4H steer. ~Tyson Gredzuk

The Fernie Lions would like to say “Thank You”

to all the individuals and businesses who helped make our annual

Advertisers’ Auction a success.

And a big round of thanks to all our volunteers and businesses of the Elk Valley who supported us so generously with donations, including the Fernie Ghostriders, ProVision Optical and Fernie Golf & Country Club who were not listed on the auction item page

The Fernie Old School Boxing Club hosted a Fight Night at the Fernie Memorial Arena on Saturday.

Photo by K. Dingman

title, Johnson said.

But in Johnson's mind, the fighters all came out on top.

“In my eyes there were no losers on Saturday night,” he said.

“Everybody wins which is just great.”

Passtrak competes in Alberta Submitted by Ritch Braun Passtrak

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he Alberta Summer Games are held every second year and this year they are being staged in Airdrie from July 24 to 27. The province is divided into eight zones and each zone will send representatives in a variety of sports.

Track and field is traditionally the sport with the largest number of participants in the games and from May 31 to June 1, Zone 1 (southern Alberta) held its selection meet in Medicine Hat to pick the team. The age groups that are eligible are Midget (14 and 15-years-old), and Youth (16 and 17-years-old).

This track meet offered competition for other age groups as well so everyone could have an opportunity to compete. Passtrak sent four athletes to Medicine Hat and two of them were looking for a spot on the team.

Passtrak’s four athletes competed in a total of 18 events during the two-day meet and all met with resounding success. They finished in the top three in 17 of the 18 events, produced three new lifetime best performances out of a possible eight and set six new Passtrak club records.

Liam Grier was in the Bantam boys age group, (12 and 13-years-old), and took part in his first official track meet as a

Passtrak athlete. He had a total of six events.

Eric Grier had four events in the Midget boys division. He wasn’t seeking selection to the Alberta Summer Games team as he is unavailable when the games will be taking place. He didn’t let that deter him as he placed sixth in the 200 metres in 26.60 seconds then took third in the 300 metres in 42.36 seconds.

Maia Jorgensen was looking for a place on the team in the Midget girl’s age group and she sealed that fate with one first and three second place finishes.

Alisi Ratudradra earned her place on the team as well in the Midget girl’s category with two firsts - one second and one third place finish in her four events.

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s the Elkford division of the Elk Valley Dolphin Swim Club wrap up their season, the coaches, parents and volunteers would like to congratulate the swimmers on another successful year.

Tatum Kipnik, Isabelle Klapp and Maygen Maartman received awards for achieving B.C. Provincial A times this year. Congratulations to Tatum Kipnik for receiving the Competitive Swimmer of the Year award in the 11 and 12-year-old female category and to Maygen Maartman for receiving this award in the 15 to 17-year-old female category.

The Elk Valley Dolphin Swim Club and coaches couldn't be prouder and look forward to another great season next year!

Back Row: Nicole Wittfoth, Isabelle Klapp, Rudra Joshi, Coach Chris Bissonette.

Front Row: Tatum Kipnik, Amber Maartman, Maygen Maartman.

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Congratulations, John We're so proud of you!

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Fernie United soccer players had a blast at the Three Blind Refs Tournament.

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hree generations of Fernie United soccer players recently attended the Three Blind Refs Tournament.

Parents and grandparents reminisced about being members of the Fernie United Team over the past years while watching the new generations continue to play this beloved sport. With 180 teams entered into the tournament the fields were busy. Six teams (over 85 players) from Fernie competed in the tournament and played with tenacity and enjoyment.

Congratulations to the U10 and U12 boys who placed second in their division!

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Have Your Say on Water Quality Teck is working with communities, First Nations and governments to create an Elk Valley Water Quality Plan that will maintain the health of the watershed and support continued, sustainable mining in the Elk Valley—and we want to hear from you.

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

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What do you want from your golf ball: backspin or distance?

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olf equipment is constantly improving, with no end in sight. Today, we'll look at the choices in golf balls: balls with backspin or balls made for distance.

There are many types of ball construction: twopiece, three-piece, and four-piece balls, hard and soft balls, etc. Without going into great detail, every golfer will agree that the selection is vast. First of all, you must determine what you are looking for: more control with a ball that has a lot of backspin, or more distance.

The manufacturers offer us balls with a lot of backspin. Who hasn't wished they could stop and reverse the ball, just like we see the pros do on TV? If distance isn't important but you want to be able to attack the flag in a consistent manner, then choose

Adjusting golf swing gets easier

Obviously, you should always compare balls made by the

same manufacturer and within the same category of balls

a ball with a lot of backspin. If you absolutely want distance, then use a harder ball that will go further.

In both cases, there are sacrifices to be made. The ball with more bite rotates much faster, giving it that backspin effect. However, by spinning faster, this ball uses more energy than a ball that rotates less.

Suppose a golfer makes two completely identical hits: the ball that quickly uses more of its energy will travel a shorter distance than a ball that saves its gas and travels further.

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Many club manufacturers now offer adjustable drivers and other clubs.

According to an informal poll on Golf.com, 34 per cent of the 2,337 respondents owned an adjustable driver by the end of 2011. The ability to upgrade shafts has also become popular as golfers respond to what the pros are

Adjustable golf clubs enable golfers to walk out onto the course with one driver and a few different shafts. With a couple of clicks from a wrench, a person can have an entirely new driver. That cuts down on the equipment that needs to be carried and can fine tune a golfer’s accuracy. These high-tech clubs are corresponding to changes being made to golf balls. Engineers have reduced the spin on golf balls to help the balls travel farther. To do so, golf experts advise that the ball needs to be hit higher into the air. Adjustable drivers can give players the edge they need to produce the right height and trajectory.

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1. Prepare Unless you’re brave enough to ride on snow and ice, chances are that your bike has been sitting all winter long. These humble humanpowered machines may not be as complex as a motor vehicle, but they still need a little TLC to keep them working at their best. We all know about checking for tire pressure and condition, but what about everything else? Your drivetrain should be checked, cleaned and lubed, and be sure to take a test ride before you venture too far from home! It’s also a good idea to check all of your seals, bearings and other moving parts to see if they need replacing, and don’t forget to take a look at your bolts while you’re at it. Of course, if none of this makes any sense, visit one of the great sports shops who will be able to help you out with a tune-up and service from an experienced technician.

2. Protect Safety equipment is a must out on the trail. At minimum, always wear a helmet and gloves, and keep adding from there if you’re being more adventurous. A good stretch before and after your rides will help to minimize the inevitable aches that comes with resuming an activity after some time off. Consider some extra padded riding shorts to get you through the first few rides!

Respect local wildlife and remember that we’re in bear and moose country. Encounters may be minimized by taking precautions such as deliberately making noise and approaching blind corners with caution. Keep dogs on a leash or under voice control. Carry bear spray and know how to use it. Always take notice of warnings that are provided and, if in doubt, play it safe and move to a different area.

3. Purchase If you’re planning to get into some serious downhilling, a season pass at the Fernie Alpine Resort is the only way to go. Early Bird rates are in effect until June 29, so log onto www.skifernie.com as soon as possible to get the best deal. You can also pick up a book of comprehensive trail maps at stores such as GearHub, with a percentage of the proceeds going to the various groups in town who maintain the trails.

4. Participate Our region is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the country, and participants travel great distances to join in some of the competitions that are hosted in our own backyard. Whether you’re ready to race or just want to give something back, you can be involved in the outdoor community in many different ways. The Fernie Trails Alliance is always seeking volunteers and new members to help out at events and to maintain our natural facilities – visit www.fernietrailsalliance.com for more information.

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he Fernie Academy Players brought F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel The Great Gatsby to life.

The Academy proudly presented their final production of the year, The Great Gatsby.

The evening brought the roaring 20s to the Catholic Hall stage, with flappers, live music, dancing and a tragic love story.

The Great Gatsby was an overall theme this year for the high school students of The Academy. Students began the year reading the tragic novel, followed by a viewing of the movie and the play in Calgary. Grade 8 to 12 students were so inspired by what they had seen, they decided to bring Simon Levy’s play adaptation to life. The students auditioned for roles in December and began rehearsing in January. They dedicated countless hours to text analysis, character study, accent work, dance workshops, music development and research about the 1920s.

“This has been an incredible play to be a part of,” said Director Denise Baughan. “Each student was so committed to developing their characters and took the entire rehearsal process very seriously.”

Students rehearsed three times a week for an hour and a half per day and gave up many Saturdays throughout the year to develop such a fantastic show.

“This has been a challenging process for the students to master, but all performers stepped up to the plate, and created a polished and entertaining product,” added Baughan.

The shows were directed by Denise Baughan and Allison Pace and took place on June 11, 12, and 13 at the Catholic Hall.

From left: Maria Landa, Eva Sombrowski and Julie Pater.

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Hannah Morris gives a wonderful performance in The Academy’s The Great Gatsby.

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Eva Sombrowski lights up the stage as Jordan.

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Sindella Sugden gives a riveting performance as Daisy, Gatsby’s love interest.

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Wildlife Corner

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a r b a g e accessible to wildlife continues to result in human/wildlife conflict in Fernie.

A brown coloured black bear had to be trapped and destroyed in Ridgemont last week. The bear was initially just passing through backyards. This escalated into conflict once the bear had easy access to food (garbage) left in backyards, on porches and under carports. He was eventually led to front porches and pushing through open windows attempting to get into homes. Not a safe situation for people or bears. The removal of this bear doesn’t solve the problem, it simply opens up a niche

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for another one to move in as long as the garbage is around.

Here are the current options for the storage of garbage in Fernie: - Keep garbage in a garage, shed or indoors between collection days.

- Smelly waste can be taken to the transfer station between collection days. Or, put items in a large freezer bag and freeze the smelly stuff (fish, chicken) and then dispose of it on garbage day.

- We have a manual garbage collection system in Fernie, therefore the large bear resistant cans with the latches are oversized and overweight for the garbage collector to lift and dump as per WCB. Unfortunately, regulations also prevent the garbage collector from opening the oversized cans and pulling out the garbage bags inside.

- The Tydee bin is a good option for outdoor storage of garbage in Fernie. Go to www.bearaware. bc.ca/?q=conflict-prevention/bear-resistant-bins for details.

- I will be receiving an electrified residential size bear resistant container next week for testing - stay tuned for

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details.

- If you see a bear on your property let him know he is not welcome. Make noise, bang pots and pans together, use an air horn or other noise maker to scare him off if you feel it is safe to do so. Once the bear leaves, double check to make sure there is nothing left out (food, garbage, birdfeeder, dirty barbeque, pet food) to attract him.

Wildlife Sightings Fernie: A mountain biker reported a very close call with a bear as he was riding down Swine Flu on the weekend. He almost ran into the bear that was on one of the berms.

Moose and their calves have been seen on Uprooted Trail and in the marshy area between the new dike and the river in West Fernie.

Bears reported on decks on Aspen Crescent and sightings of a large black bear in Ridgemont.

For more information on preventing wildlife/human conflict go to www.wildsafebc.com.

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The Elkford Early Years Committee would like to thank its many 2014 Tee Off for Tots Sponsors!

We would like to show our deep appreciation and express our gratitude to the many great businesses, organizations and individuals for their support of our 4th Annual Tee Off For Tot’s Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction. Your generosity helps to make a difference in the lives of the littlest ones in our community! Also, thank you to all of the volunteers who assisted the Elkford Early Years Committee in making this event such a success.

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Hot laps with F1 World Champ Sebastian Vettel BOWMANVILLE, Ontario. commentator David Four-time Formula One Coulthard on an auto world champion Secross track, laid out in the bastian Vettel has been shape of the Infiniti logo. driving since 1991 – 20 As I finished my turn at years less than yours the wheel of the Infiniti truly.

Q50, the Scot sent me off The Infiniti-Red Bull to Seb with the words: Racing Team lead man “No cones were hurt in was only three-and-half this filming . . . ”I’ll take Seb’s seat time years old when he took that as a compliment for with us clearly the wheel on a kart in my error-free drive. his native Germany. He Buckled up in anothpaid off as he began racing four years er Q50S ($47,450), I went on to take later at the ripe old age wondered if Seb would his fourth straight of eight. He has a few demonstrate an improved years under his safety cornering technique as championship. harness but he’s always we did a hot lap together Keith Morgan up to learn from his around the reputedly fast elders.

3.95-kilometre track. He Last year, the 26-year-old wunderkind greeted me warmly, I thanked him for a showed off his driving skills to me and hat he had kindly autographed, which I buddy Brian Makse – a man also with recently auctioned off. He was pleased racing pedigree – in an Infiniti FX50 to hear it had raised hundreds of dolVettel Edition FX on the Paul Ricard lars to help send local leukemia-strickCircuit in the south of France. We both en teen Ryan Fagnan and his family on figured his cornering needed work. a last vacation, shortly before he died.

Seb’s seat time with us clearly paid off We roared out of the pit lane through as thereafter he won his fourth straight the first turn and continued to accelF1 championship. erate downhill – close to 170 km/h It came as no surprise then that he – towards the second turn. Locals told would jump at the opportunity to take me the stretch to the turn features a the wheel again alongside me. Brian number of camber changes down to wasn’t available but I headed here to the second turn, scene of most of the the Canadian Tire Motorsport in Ontartrack’s fatal crashes. Gulp.

Obviously, nobody had cautioned io to work the magic again. The affable him as he whipped the family sedan young guy has had a tough start to the effortlessly round, talking about how F1 season, battling with the new hybrid he relaxed as we drove. Movies with technology. happy endings apparently. Ah, the same I put in some time first with retired conclusions he likes to F1 races.

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“There haven’t been too many of those lately,” he joked, pressing harder on the metal, perhaps to make a point.

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The 328-horsepower 3.7-litre V6 Q50S we were riding in also benefitted from a little of his input. He’s clearly looking forward to Infiniti giving the go-ahead to the Q50 Eau Rouge concept, which features the Nissan GT-R’s growling 560-horsepower twin-turbo V6.

Another corner loomed and I leaned into the door, as he barely slowed from the rapid pace we had zipped along the straight.

“Your cornering has improved since last year,” I offered cheekily.

“Thank you, I think I’ve got the apexes about right,” he grinned. Hours earlier, it’s doubtful he had even heard of the tricky track, nevermind driven it.

Harkening back to his references to happy endings, I reminded him that after driving with me last year he had enjoyed nothing but success.

“That’s right . . . it’s all down to you,” he said with what I believed was a thoroughly genuine smile of appreciation.

The end was nigh. Time flies when you are having fun: our hot lap and friendly chat took less than four minutes.

Last Sunday, he enjoyed only his second podium finish of the year taking third place at the Montreal Grand Prix.

You’re welcome, Seb. Same time next year, in the Eau Rouge?

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PORCO, TILIO: Tilio Porco passed away peacefully at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, AB on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at the age of 62 years. He is sadly missed by his wife of 39 years, Shelley; son, Nicolas; daughter Miranda (Gene) Olson; grandson, Dorian Olson; sisters, Maria Peterson, Alba Murphy; and brother, Tony (Lynn) Porco as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Honourary pallbearers will be: Guy Gioia, Gordon Polacik, Victor Adachi, Roger Berdusco, Ed Lowe, George Klemak, Don Nielsen and Peter Pagnucco. Tilio was predeceased by his parents, Pete and Assunta and brothers, John and Silvio. Tilio enjoyed camping, horseback riding and hunting, preferably all three at once. He was generous, loyal, and hard-working. Tilio always put his family first, and his friends became a part of his family. He enriched the lives of all those he touched. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Sparwood Senior Drop-In Centre, 101 Pine Avenue, Sparwood, BC on Saturday, June 21, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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Gibson J40 – was $1700 – now $1460. Selection of Golf Clubs & Bags, singles or sets. All Bikes 25% off. Variety of Fridges $200 to $425. 9 Dr. Dresser wood $149. 10 Dr. Dresser wood $125. Electric Lawnmower 1 yr old $99. Honda Brush Cutter $249. 1973 Cadillac Coupe De Ville Collectors plates. Must be seen 15K. ’93 Jaguar XJ6 $3500 – 125000 mi. 91 Cadillac 4 Dr Deville 120,000 mi - $3200. 1993 Ford F150 ½ ton, runs good 130,000 mi $3200 crew cab. 1980 Ford cube van $2900.

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Coal Miner Days celebrations in Sparwood

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

T

he rain didn’t stop Sparwood from celebrating their community in the annual Coal Miner Days weekend.

“Everything went off without a hitch,” Event Organizer Marcia Johnson said.

The celebration brought thousands to Sparwood, including Port Metro Vancouver’s community relations team, Johnson said.

From bed races and the parade to the soap box derby and Kid’s Fest, the community of Sparwood came out to celebrate Coal Miner Days over the weekend.

Photos by K. Dingman

“It was a pretty special honour to have them attend.”

Port Metro Vancouver is one of Canada’s largest and most diversified ports. Johnson said they are currently working on planning Canada’s 150th anniversary celebration, and are looking to the broader community to find out how Canadians want to celebrate their country.

And for Johnson, having them looking to Sparwood for guidance is something she can be proud of.

“They chose us, that’s huge,” she said.

“Our whole intention with Coal Miner Days is to really showcase all of Sparwood. Sparwood is bigger than just a truck.”

And the diversity of events, catering to all age groups in the community allowed them to do just that.

During the celebration, guests enjoyed traditional events that have become Coal Miner Days staples, including the soapbox derby and the parade.

But this year, some new events were added to the program.

Professional mountain biker Ryan Leech made his way to the recreation centre on Friday for a short demonstration and autograph signing.

“He did stunts that were unbelievable in such a small space,” Johnson said.

But some new additions were not so well received.

Johnson said the teen dance, that was meant to cater to

teenagers in the community, had a small turnout.

The annual bed races did not generate a lot of traffic this year either.

Despite these minor drawbacks, Johnson said the weekend itself was a success and they were able to raise money for organizations within the community, including the Lilac Terrance expansion and the food bank.

“Because of everyone’s help, we were able to accomplish a great celebration,” she said.

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The Fernie Academy Graduation 2014 Today you’ve completed the first step toward your future goals.

Congratulations, graduate, and best of luck to you!

Congratulations Graduation Class of 2014

Follow Your

DREAMS

Congratulations, graduates! Jake MacLachlan

300 Manitou Road, Fernie, (250) 423-4694

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The Fernie Academy

Head of School Message

Valedictorian’s Message

W

e celebrate in this 2014 Graduating Class, members who have been with our school since Grade One. Others joined the group along the way and together they form our largest graduating class to date.

We continue to ask our community of students, their families and our teachers to work together to prepare our graduates for the future and encourage lifelong learning. We have built a strong liberal educational experience emphasizing academics, athletics and arts – many of our busy graduates leave us with over 150 credits, exceeding the 80 required by the Ministry of Education. Academy students are challenged to learn and develop in venues beyond their classroom through public speaking, science fairs, debates of current events and issues, international travel, local field trips, athletic competitions, school plays, volunteering and raising awareness about those less fortunate.

Our determined team of staff continue to be committed to the complete education of every student.

Their care and attention has laid the foundation for the future success of our graduates. I would like to thank and recognize them for their hard work and dedication to each individual student.

As our graduates approach the close of their time at the Academy, I trust that they feel confident and are well prepared to succeed in their chosen fields. We wish all the graduates of 2014, a happy, healthy and prosperous future.

I

n the Fall of 2012, I moved to Fernie from Saskatchewan. After two years, it would seem I can no longer cling to the title of “the new

kid.” I’m a part of it now: my class, my school,

my community. Accepting new blood into The Fernie

Academy is something this school does with grace.

Shaping young minds by giving students ample exposure

to the many recreational, cultural, and historical dynamics

the Elk Valley has to offer is a mandate of TFA. Our grade has been afforded the academic tools to succeed, and the

educational support that has kept some of us still standing after twelve years of school. Get ready Class of 2014: This Fall, we will all be new kids again.

~ Liam Hardy

~ Jocelyn Sombrowski

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Congratulations 2014 Graduates!

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All eyes are on you, graduate, as you accept your reward for years of hard work and dedication. Congratulations, and may all of your hopes and dreams come true.

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Elkford Secondary Graduation 2014

Elkford Secondary School

WAY TO

GO!

Years of hard work have led you to this moment, and we could not be more proud of your accomplishment.

As you celebrate this important milestone in your life, we extend our warm congratulations and wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

Congratulations to the 2014 Graduates!

Logan Barclay

Kayla Boyle

Bradley Bridgewater

Rachael Bullock

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Jessie Coutts

Nicole Fisher

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Elkford Secondary Graduation 2014 Congratulations to all the graduates and best of luck in all your future endeavors!

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Graduation 2014

Congratulations

to the 2014 graduating classes of the Elk Valley!

“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”

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Sparwood Secondary Graduation 2014

Sparwood Secondary School

Principal’s Message

Valedictorian’s Message

I

t seems like we were just starting the year and here we are celebrating Sparwood Secondary School’s Class of 2014, as they plan the next step of their future. The grad parent committee, with Jennifer Steen as the Chairperson have been working very hard to prepare for this year’s Grad. The Grad Banquet took place in the SSS “Tucker” Gymnasium on May 30 at 6:00 pm, and The Class of 2014 Commencement Ceremony took place May 31 at 6:00 pm, also in the SSS “Tucker” Gymnasium.

Congratulations to Ashley Steen, who will represent SSS Class of 2014 as Valedictorian!

The class of 2014 is a small but versatile group of students.

They are athletically inclined, they are academically inclined, and they are artistically inclined. At Sparwood Secondary we believe in lifelong learning, and every year our graduation class leaves with the knowledge that they have not only graduated but they are prepared to deal with change in this ever changing world. Class of 2014 you have made us proud. Your future experiences will be filled with new choices, but I ask you to remember your roots.

Be proud of where you came from. Keep the memory of your graduation ceremony with you always.

GRADS!! On behalf of the administration and staff of Sparwood Secondary School, as well as, all the other teachers who have contributed to your education, I would like to offer the Sparwood Secondary Class of 2014 our congratulations.

GOOD LUCK IN THE FUTURE!! REMEMBER PLEASE HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE GRADUATION! ~ Frank Sopko

F

irst of all, I would like to thank our teachers, parents and the staff of Sparwood Secondary School for everything that they have done for us. We have all come a long way since elementary school and are all now ready for what the world has to offer. Over the years we have all matured but the legacy of our class always stayed true, and despite all of conflicts throughout school we were always there for one another when it was needed. There are so many memories made and I wish I could share each and every single one, but they will all be remembered for a lifetime.

Everyone in this class has unlimited potential and I hope they all take every single chance and opportunity that is presented to them, and live life to the fullest each and every day. I want this class to know that nothing is impossible and they can reach anything and everything they want. Day by day, nothing has really seemed to change for us but pretty soon everything will be different, and there’s no next time or second chance in the real world.

A great man once told me that your level of intelligence does not always matter, but your willingness to want to learn and work hard is what makes great things happen for you. That man was my father.

This class has proven this theory to me, as whether we plan to leave for college or plan to stay here, great things are happening for us.

As we leave Sparwood Secondary, we will start a new chapter of our lives. In many ways, SSS is our second family and it’s going to be hard to say goodbye. This is only just the beginning of our next adventure, but this time we have to do it by ourselves. We will make mistakes and then learn from them, because that’s just how life is. Some of us might get lost along the way but I know and believe that while we are lost we will learn, grow and move forward until we finally get what we are looking for. ~ Ashley Steen

Congratulations to our grads!

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Sparwood Secondary Graduation 2014

Congratulations to all the hardworking graduates in the Elk Valley!

From the staff at the Sparwood Public Library

Special congratulations to Ashley Steen Valedictorian for Sparwood Secondary Class of 2014

Best Wishes to All the Grads of 2014!

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From Marian Gravelle and Staff

Sarah Ahlm

Jennifer Banks

Matthew Chechotko

Ashton Davies

Logan DeLuca

Cody Foisy

Bailee Francoeur

Dexter Gauthier

Dalton Godwin

David Graham

Kyle Harasivich

Alana Hubbard

James Johnston

Timothy Kulaway

Matthew O’Connor

Joseph Plessis

Chase Randell

Alicia Riedel

Congratulations to the graduates of 2014.

Wishing you all the best, whatever your future may hold

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Sparwood Secondary Graduation 2014

The Sweet Smell of Success Best Wishes for All Your Future Endeavours ~ Grads of Fernie 2014

from the Doctors and staff of

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Congrats to all graduating students Your career choices are limitless!

Congratulations and best wishes in your future endeavours!

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Ashley Steen

Hannah Steinke

Dustin Sturek

Nathaniel Suwala

Taylor Syrja

Kody Tanner

Kyle Tanner

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Zachary Thompson

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Extra Foods would like to congratulate the graduating class of 2014 and our grads for their achievements. We wish them all the best!

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Fernie Secondary School

Principal’s Message

O

n behalf of the Fernie Secondary School staff and students, I wish to extend my warm congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2014. As I look at the faces of this year’s graduates, I realize how quickly time passes by. The Class of 2014 holds the distinction of being the first group that entered Fernie Secondary in Grade 7. It is hard to believe how the children I met then have grown into the independent young men and women that we see now.

Graduates, it is my sincerest wish that you look back on your time at FSS with fondness and with an appreciation for the benefits of a strong work ethic. I hope that you are able to recognize and appreciate the role that others have played in helping you to reach this important milestone. Your families, friends, teachers and communities have invested a great deal of time, love and effort into helping you get to where you are today. Graduates, I wish you luck in all of the adventures that await you. I challenge each of you to make the most of the opportunities that life provides and that you continue to find value in learning. You have done well graduates, we are proud of you.

High school graduation is a community celebration and I invite all to our Commencement Ceremony to be held on Thursday, June 26th at 2:00 PM in the Fernie Memorial Arena. It is always nice to showcase the accomplishments of our graduates and to publicly recognize the generosity of our local community members who provide scholarships and bursaries for the betterment of our youth. ~ Bill Johnson

See the Possibilities Congratulations to the Class of 2014

Valedictorian’s Message

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ow, hard to believe our time at Fernie Secondary School is rapidly approaching its culmination. The saying “time flies” would be an understatement, as I can still vividly remember my first day walking through the hallway of FSS back in grade seven. Over the past five years, we as a class have obtained some of the most valuable knowledge and memories of our entire adolescence. Reminiscing about some of these moments we have shared and tasks we have accomplished together, truly shows how hard work will yield the desired results. Through thick and thin, our friends and classmates were always there to support us. We have created many friendships and bonds amongst each other that we will think of with reverence. Personally, I could not imagine growing up with anyone else, and will never forget our time spent together. I would like to thank everyone, especially the staff of FSS, for your tremendous amount of encouragement throughout the years. Let us take the time to cherish our final memories and laughs together, and reflect on those we’ve already made.

All things aside, I love our school and I am proud to have called it home. I am very honoured to be the recipient of the title Valedictorian, amongst such an outstanding group of individuals. Best of luck to everyone, I know success is in your future.

Congratulations grads of 2014!

“You’ve got to keep your ideals high; you’ve got to know that the sky belongs to no one.”

-Above & Beyond ~ Adam Doka

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“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

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Congratulations to all Elk Valley graduates Work hard for your goals Stay true to your dreams And never stop learning.

From Council & City Staff

Steven Anderson

Montana Andreola

Quentin Baher

Caleb Blankman

Victoria Blankman

Quinn Blumhagen

James Breakwell

Sarah Buchan

Daniel Burgess

Nashira Collet

Kristian Cook

Adam Doka

Megan Dykhuizen

Rhylynn Fowler

Kaila Fraser

Brady Gleeson

Cole Goodman

Avery Gravelle

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Keep striving and you will surely succeed.

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Here’s hoping your graduation day exceeds your greatest expectations! May all of your hopes and dreams come true.

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The Fernie Rotary Club

would like to congratulate the 2014 graduation classes from Fernie and the Elk Valley.

Fernie Rotary is proud to provide two $1000 scholarships to Fernie Secondary School and two $250 bursaries to The Fernie Academy.

We would like to congratulate last year's recipients:

Taylor Poirier

Jake Runzer

Jocelyn Tanton

Rosaele Tremblay

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Graduation 2014

Congratulations to the grads of 2014!

We know how hard you worked to reach graduation day, and now it’s time to celebrate your accomplishments. We wish you a happy and successful future.

A message from your teachers, members of the Fernie District Teachers’ Association Local 01