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n the past few weeks several Fernie locals have complained after being fined for crossing trails on established paths in the area, according to a recent blog post.

But these trespassing fines are valid and not uncommon, Canadian Pacific (CP) Spokesperson Salem Woodrow said.

“CP experiences ongoing trespassing issues in the Fernie area, particularly the area near Ridgemont Drive,” she added.

“Using the CP tracks as a shortcut is not only extremely dangerous, it is illegal.”

Salem noted that each year around this time CP Police are diligent in patrolling the Ridgemont area and educating people about railroad safety.

“In 2013, trespassing accounted for 57 total fatalities and serious injuries,” she said.

But despite proper signage, individuals are still crossing the tracks.

Fernie residents should be aware that trespassing is a federal offence under the Rail Safety Act and can result in a fine upwards of $500.

Individuals can also be fined under provincial legislation with fines ranging Warning signs are clearly displayed at the railway crossing near from $100 to $300, Woodrow said.

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Mobile Medical Unit visits Elk Valley Hospital

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

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.C.'s Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) paid a visit to Fernie this week. Parked outside the Elk Valley Hospital Monday and Tuesday, the hospital on wheels hosted outreach and education sessions with hospital staff, as well as an open house.

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 tractor-trailer 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.

“We are equally shared by the five geographical health authorities of provincial health, so we travel all over the province. This is the thirtieth site we've been to since we started in 2011,” explained Jesse Veenstra, MMU manager of operations and planning.

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Veenstra said the MMU typically spends a lot of time in smaller, rural communities.

“It's really nice to come to the smaller communities where they don't really get access to some of the educators and some of the equipment,” said Veenstra.

“As well for the renovation type support it's great, because you usually only have a four or five bed emergency room, so you can really easily just move the entire department in here.”

She added, “And we love going to small communities; they're just fun and welcoming.”

On Monday, the MMU opened its doors to Elk Valley residents during an all day open house. Over both Monday and Tuesday training sessions were held for emergency and hospital staff, physicians, nurses, paramedics and firefighters.

Teck Coal and Search and Rescue were also invited to take in education regarding mass casualty incidents and decontamination scenarios, as well as extreme weather training.

B.C.’s Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) was parked outside the Elk Valley Hospital Monday and Tuesday.

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Fernie SAR and local chiropractor assist with Tour Divide rescue

equipment. He fell off the bridge and struck his head on a rock, smashing his bike helmet in the process. Two other competitors helped him out of the river and gave him some ernie Search and Rescue were dry clothing. After being assured by the man that he would called out last Monday to use his emergency SPOT device to call for help, the helping rescue a competitor in this competitors continued on, stopping at Roosville to inform year's Tour Divide – a mountain border guards of the incident. bike race from Banff to New Mexico RCMP called Fernie Search and Rescue (SAR) after being spanning over 2,700 miles. notified of the alert at the border and began searching for the One of the competitors, a 24-year- man. After two hours searching by helicopter, SAR members old man from Ohio, lost control on returned to Fernie to refuel and ask local chiropractor Dr. Paul a bridge in the Wigwam area near Attalla to join the search. A former Tour Divide competitor, the U.S. border due to faulty bike Attalla was able to more effectively direct the search efforts.

The man was eventually located high on a pass above the U.S. border, pushing his bike in a rainstorm. He had suffered severe head trauma.

"We are very grateful to Paul Attalla who Ronald McDonald House® BC dropped everything at his clinic to come help an is growing. injured competitor,” said Simon Piney, field leader for the rescue. “Had we not found this man before nightfall, it may have ended very differently."

The man had been spotted earlier in the search, but failed to signal for assistance despite a low level hover by the helicopter to assess if he was in need of rescuing. After talking to the man, it came out that he had chosen not to use his SPOT locator or signal the helicopter for fear of the high cost of being rescued.

"This rescue would probably have taken no The new Ronald McDonald House BC opens in June. more than 20 minutes had the subject not had A home away from home for seriously ill children concerns about paying for his rescue,” commented receiving treatment at BC Children’s Hospital, the Scott Robinson, SAR manager. “This reinforces the new and bigger House has enough room to welcome approach we have in B.C. of not making rescuees 73 families every day, keeping 2,500 families per year pay. It is unfortunate this young man had not together when it matters most. taken steps to inform himself about the nature of wilderness rescue in B.C. before embarking on such a hazardous race."

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Sparwood Chamber celebrates improvements

The Sparwood Chamber of Commerce celebrated new Michel Natal heritage signs donated by Teck, as well as several upgrades to the Visitor Information Centre and Titan Park last week.

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By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

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lected officials and community members were welcomed by Sparwood Chamber of Commerce staff to a reception last week celebrating the latest changes and improvements to the Visitor Information Centre and surrounding area.

Titan Park showed off four new cement picnic tables and pads, as well as two new garbage bins. The additions totalled over $12,000 – with $9,125 of the funds coming

from the Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives Grant and the remainder from the Chamber. Thanks to a $1,000 grant from the Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives Grant and a $2,500 contribution from the Chamber, new carpet has been installed in the building's downstairs meeting room, along with upgrades to all the meeting rooms. The exterior of the building has also been brightened up with new flags, hanging baskets and flowers.

“I am hoping that all the improvements will showcase

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our town to visitors as a great town to visit, live and do business,” commented Norma McDougall, manager of the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce. “The tables and new upgrades to meeting rooms will also benefit our members and residents; I see folks everyday enjoying lunch outside on the picnic tables.”

Following brief speeches from McDougall and Sparwood Mayor Lois Halko, there was a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Michel-Natal interpretive signs recently donated and installed by Teck at the site.

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Sparwood hosts annual Relay for Life

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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he Elk Valley community came together last weekend to raise awareness and share personal stories about their battle with cancer.

In this year’s Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, 99 registered participants gathered in Sparwood to take part in the emotionally charged global fundraiser.

And the first step was to honour the survivors.

“They took the first lap and we cheered them on,” Coordinator Jennifer Smith said.

“There are a lot of people out there that have been either on a cancer journey or have been touched by a cancer journey. These journeys can be very overpowering and getting that support really is important.”

A survivor’s tent was set up on the recreational centre field with fresh flowers, coffee, water and juice.

Smith said a lot of the survivors, who were dressed in yellow t-shirts, are currently going through treatment.

“It’s really important to provide them with a nice, comfortable, safe, shaded spot,” Smith added. “The relay is for them.

They deserve a place of honour.”

The Elk Valley raised over $35,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society, with the Sparwood Walkstars bringing in over $3,000 alone.

Relay for Life participants gathered in groups of up to 15 participants, collecting a coloured bead after completing each 400 metre lap.

Sparwood local Wendy Arola walked the most laps, finishing 95 loops in total, Smith said.

During their down time, participants enjoyed live entertainment, a scavenger hunt and trivia.

But Smith said this event would not have been possible without the support of community organizations sponsoring the event.

The Free Press, The Drive, Overwaitea, Teck and several other local organizations supported the event.

And although the Relay for Life event had not been hosted in Sparwood for several years, Smith said because of this year’s success, Sparwood will be hosting the relay again next year.

“It was a really, really great positive response,” she said. “We had great support from the district of Sparwood.”

Sparwood hosted the Elk Valley Relay for Life over the weekend.

Photos by K. Dingman

Futures Society brings skatepark to Sparwood

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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he Sparwood Futures Society is working closely with New Lines Skateparks Inc. to finalize plans to bring a new skate park to the community.

The new park will cater to all ages, including teens, the Future Society’s Lyndsay Gerscht said.

“People say there’s not much for teens to do and this will give them a creative outlet that is safe and modern,” she added.

But the modern park will still have Sparwood’s mining town legacy incorporated into

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Gerscht said the park will include a snake run with an image of coal being dumped out of a haul truck running through it.

“We wanted to encompass everything that Sparwood is in the skateboard park.”

“What’s going to make it unique is the fact that we’re trying new things from the community that people wanted to see,” Gerscht noted.

Events are planned to help raise funds for the project, which will cost an estimated $400,000 to $600,000, Gerscht said.

Gerscht said they hope the project will be completed within the next two years.

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Exercise park for Sparwood

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

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parwood seniors have a new amenity coming their way. The Sparwood Old Age Pensioners Society (SOAPS) is installing an adult exercise park at the Lilac Terrace property, adjacent to the Seniors Drop-In Centre.

Working with the district of Sparwood's recreation department, SOAPS was successful in receiving a grant to purchase outdoor exercise equipment. The district has agreed to sublease them the

land in question.

“I think it's a very good place to put it because there's not many seniors that are at Lilac Terrace or are Old Age Pensioners that can walk down to the Leisure Centre,' commented Sparwood Councillor Margaret Mckie.

The land was previously leased to the Elk Valley Seniors Housing Society, who will continue to do the lawn maintenance on the site, but the district will take on the responsibility for the equipment and any related

liability.

Sparwood council voted unanimously at their June 16 meeting to move forward with a five-year sublease, with rent set at $15 for the time period.

“I'm excited to see this go through,” remarked Councillor Sharon Fraser.

If the adult exercise park proves to be worthwhile at the end of five years, council will consider a new sublease for the remaining 14 years of the current Lilac Terrace lease.

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Fernie School Aged Care receives award

Tentative Tembec land sale

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

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embec is in the process of selling roughly 49,500 hectares of land within the Regional District of East Kootenay to Jemi Fibre Corp. With the price set at $35 million, the transaction includes a seven-year earn-out provision pursuant, entitling Tembec to additional payments of at least $2.1 million.

The conditional sale is expected to close in two phases: the closing of the first phase in connection with the sale of roughly 17,700 hectares for $15 million is expected to occur this month and the closing of the second phase in connection with the sale of roughly 31,800 hectares for $20 million is expected to occur in September.

The closing of both phases is subject to Jemi Fibre acquiring adequate financing and other customary conditions.

The transaction is part of Tembec's B.C. Land Sale Initiative. The forest product manufacturer has set an objective of realizing up to $75 million in land sales by December 2014. As of April, they had realized $23.2 million. If the sale to Jemi Fibre goes through, total land sales will reach $60.3 million, including the $2.1 million of deferred payments. Tembec currently owns an additional 7,433 hectares of land in B.C. and is actively looking for potential buyers.

Until the sale is finalized, Jemi Fibre will not comment on the sale or what they plan to utilize the land for.

From left: Fernie School Aged Care manager Brittany Villemaire accepts the B.C. Ministry of Child and Family Development Childcare Award of Excellence in Innovation from Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett.

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ernie School Aged Care is the recipient of this year's B.C. Ministry of Child and Family Development Childcare Award of Excellence in Innovation.

The facility, owned and run by Mandy Potter, is among 15 of 5,000 licensed childcare facilities

chosen for the award.

The after school club runs at the Max Turyk School every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. There are 24 spaces available for kids in kindergarten through Grade Six during the school year. This summer, the program is running the Fernie Aged School Care summer camp for roughly 40 children from July 7 to August 27.

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Living in the Elk Valley, we are fortunate to be surrounded by mountains and a vast amount of backcountry to explore. Both locals and out-of-towners happily take advantage of the wilderness we're lucky enough to call our backyard on a regular basis.

As we progress into the summer months, camping, boating and fishing trips become more and more enticing. People are lacing up their hiking boots, tuning up their mountain bikes, and loading their backpacks with granola bars, water and (hopefully) bear spray. But as you’re getting ready to head off into the great outdoors, you might be forgetting something.

During the winter, when the mountains are covered in snow, almost everyone realizes the precautions that must be taken. For some reason, once the snow disappears, so does the proper planning that should go into a visit to the backcountry. If you’re planning a trip this summer – even if it’s just for a day - be prepared and aware of the potential dangers.

It’s important to bring proper gear, equipment and clothing for all types of weather. Even though it’s summer, the mountains still cool down at night. Pack enough food and water for longer than you plan to be out – you never know what unexpected event might extend your trip.

And most importantly, never travel alone, and always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.

There’s nothing worse than a concerned friend or family member calling the RCMP in a panic because they weren’t sure what day or time you planned to be home. At the same time, it’s just as bad when no one alerts Search and Rescue when you really need it because you didn’t tell anyone you were leaving town.

The recent rescue of a Tour Divide race member

by Fernie Search and Rescue last week serves as a reminder of how important it is to recognize when to make the call. This race member, a U.S. citizen, was injured and too afraid to call for help because of the potential cost. What he didn’t realize is that Search and Rescue in B.C. is run by volunteers and that rescuees are never charged for their services. Don’t ever hesitate to call Search and Rescue for a family member, friend, or for yourself out of embarrassment or fear of receiving a bill. As illustrated by last week’s rescue, those hardworking men and women are happy to help, and a rescue can generally go much smoother and faster if the call is made sooner rather than later.

So go out and have fun in the great outdoors this summer, just make sure you come home safely!

Vaccination debate continues Have you heard the claim that children’s vaccinations can cause autism? As a special educator for most of my 39-year career in education, I have been interested in such claims. I work with many professionals on school staffs and also families who have children on the autism spectrum.

Recently, I heard of a report about an Amish community of 30,000 people in southeastern Pennsylvania. Dan Olmsted, an investigative reporter wrote a series of articles between 2005 and 2007 claiming that there is no autism in this population because the Amish do not vaccinate their children. I was surprised and decided to determine the credibility of this claim being touted as support for the anti-vaccine campaign.

I started by checking the source of these claims. I found that, besides being a reporter, Dan Olmsted was also a former senior editor for United Press International (UPI), a news agency of the Unification Church company News World Communications.

His columns on health and medicine appeared regularly in the Washington Times, also owned by the church, and were syndicated nationally from UPI's Washington D.C. bureau. He currently owns and edits the Age of Autism website, which he describes as the "Daily Web Newspaper of the Autism Epidemic". Possibly some bias here?

Next, I needed documentation that the Amish do not have any cases of autism in their population.

Online, I found a Clinic for Special Children in Strasborg, Pennsylvania. This clinic serves the uninsured rural Amish and Mennonite communities of southeastern Pennsylvania.

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Here is a link to their own page about disease and mutations: https:// clinicforspecialchildren.org/services/.

This clinic lists autism as a condition they treat. Sadly, this rural Amish community experiences a high incidence of genetic disorders due to the centuries of intermarriage and limited gene pool. Thus, the Clinic for Special Children services many children with special needs, including autism.

As well, I looked for documentation of vaccination rates of Amish children. I found a 2011 study in the peer-reviewed journal Pediatrics.

This journal article reported about a survey completed by Amish parents who state that they do immunize their children, but on a limited basis.

The doctors sent out 1,000 questionnaires to a random sampling of Amish parents in Holmes County, PA. They report that, “37 per cent of the parents responded. Among the 359 respondents, 68 per cent stated that all of their children had received at least one immunization, and 17 per cent reported that some of their children had received at least one immunization. Only 14 per cent of the parents reported that none of their children had received immunizations.”

To confirm this information, I contacted the Clinic for Special Children in Strasborg. The following statement is part of the email I received from the clinic on June 19: “The Clinic for Special Children highly recommends vaccination for all patients, and contrary to any other claims, we do see autism in the Plain communities.” We now know the Amish do vaccinate their children on a limited basis and they do have children on the autism spectrum.

Finally, I considered the question of a link between vaccination and autism. I found online a population study described in the New England Journal of Medicine. In 2002, five Danish doctors compared autism rates of over half a million children. 82 per cent of the children had been vaccinated with the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine and 18 per cent of the children were not vaccinated. They found, “There was no association between the age at the time of vaccination, the time since vaccination, or the date of vaccination and the development of autistic disorder.”

Most importantly, there are many of these studies published in scholarly journals, succinctly tabulated and described in the 2009 edition of the Oxford Journal at: http://cid.oxfordjournals.org/content/48/4/456.full.

As concerned parents, educators, and citizens, let’s do our homework; our children deserve accurate information.

Nadine Steele Fernie, B.C.

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An open letter to West Fernie property owners: Please consider these quotes: "Over the last number of years, residents, the Fernie Health Unit and the city of Fernie have raised concerns related to public health, the environment and property safety. These concerns can be traced, in part, to the lack of community sanitary sewer and storm water systems and inadequacies of the existing water utility." - City of Fernie, 2014, Official Community Plan "The only practical way to upgrade the servicing in this area would be to utilize servicing by the city of Fernie." and, "West Fernie falls into the category of an area which will eventually require the extension of publicly owned water and sewer services." - Elk Valley, 2014, Official Community Plan (Regional District of East Kootenay) These quotes show clear cause for Wildsight to support the petition, as the first of our stated actions is, "We protect our ecological values, because these values ensure the long term viability of our communities."

The new, upgraded water system is to be installed across the entire present service area right away, with the attendant tax increase to all the owners if the petition fails.

No one is happy to sign on for additional housing costs; but if you do, what follows? The elephant in the room due to: many non compliant septic systems, too densely situated, on lots too small, in a flood plain and with poor storm drainage, etc. will be gone once and for all. The health concerns, real or perceived, vanish. Storm drainage will be better, especially for flood prone properties; better fire protection and better roads. The installation and disruption with that happens only once.

The region, city and province want the full project to go ahead. Interior

Health will not continue to overlook the current, inadequate, non-compliant state of private sewage treatment in West Fernie indefinitely, should the petition fail. At some point it will be mandated to come into compliance with the newer regulation for onsite sewage. (BC Reg.326/2004).

You are well advised to go to www. interiorhealth.ca and pull up "Onsite Sewage" and "Septic Systems". Many of you will find you cannot comply and, if you can, will not like the stringent and costly requirements to come into and stay in compliance.

Is the avoidance of this event not worth the very reasonable cost of becoming part of the proposed public system? Just maybe, that is why the RDEK, as quoted above, concluded that the only practical way to upgrade the servicing is to utilize servicing by the city of Fernie and that this meant the extension of publicly owned water and sewer services.

Mr. Sosnowsky has obtained every conceivable grant to minimize the costs to the owners. The additional costs will be phased in over five years, commencing in 2017 for those in the first phase, and later, as each is completed, for the later phases. The financial implications for the later phases will remain the same as for the first. They will not proceed without the same level of financing. The only uncertainty is the timing.

Wildsight must conclude that the realistic and best way to address the situation, for both the environment and the residents, is to support the petition.

Putting this difficult and sensitive issue to rest now is the best course. Otherwise it will not disappear or remain in limbo.

The cost now, if accepted voluntarily, will be much less than if forced upon you later.

Respectfully submitted.

Elk Valley Branch, Wildsight

THE FREE PRESS Thursday, June 26, 2014

The Free Press Vault – June June 2004 – 10 years ago A legend came, saw and unveiled “The Shark has surfaced in the Elk Valley.

Golfing legend Greg Norman was in Fernie last Wednesday to unveil Blackstone, the golf course he is designing south of the city on the banks of Coal Creek.”

June 1989 – 25 years ago A tearful farewell after 43 years “Sparwood Elementary School Principal Frank Mitchell said a quiet thank you Saturday to some of the friends he has made over the 43 years spent as an educator in the Elk Valley. More than 300 turned out to wish Mitchell a happy retirement.

Mitchell’s teaching career spanned an unusually long period. It began in 1946 when Mitchell began teaching in a oneroom school house in Hosmer – he was 17 and straight out of normal school.”

June 1964 – 50 years ago Fringe of tornado hits District “Although Fernie and district got off lightly compared to other nearby regions, weekend storm and flood damage was severe. A tornado struck Blair area the same weekend.

B.C. Telephone Company unofficial damage estimates ran to thousands of dollars, concentrated mostly between Michel and Crow’s Nest and near Elko Highway 3 tunnel and just west of Fernie.

The CPR track was covered for a distance of 200 feet by a mudslide near Michel. No damage estimate was available.

Fernie public works crews are attempting to strengthen the Elk River dyke where it flooded into the old channel in the Annex, spent several hours at work and had a payloader sink above its axles in deep mud.”

June 1939 – 75 years ago “A small debts court held in Hosmer the other evening looked like a swarm of bees around a sugar bowl. Every lawyer within motoring distance was on the job.”

“A member of the Alpine Club makes the timely suggestion that Island Lake be stocked with fish and a preserve put on the lake. A local enthusiast has offered to donate a couple of cans of sardines if some other philanthropist will furnish a tin of jam for the final ceremony.”

June 1914 – 100 years ago 220 Miners Killed In Explosion At Hillcrest “News was received from Hillcrest about nine o’clock this morning that an explosion had taken place in the mines and that 200 men were entombed. A special train containing all the rescue outfit at Hosmer, Coal Creek and Fernie, together with a large force of men well drilled in the use of the rescue appliances, was hastily loaded.”

Clarification: In the June 19 The Free Press article ‘Sparwoodians pop tags at Elk Valley Thrift Shop’ Katrin Taylor was referred to as the owner and operator and should have been referred to as the manager. Chris Chala was also referred to as an employee but should have been referred to as a volunteer.

THE FERNIE CURSE A LEGEND EXAMINED A Fernie Museum Celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Curse Raising Ceremony

Retirement Party And Gallery Exhibit Opening

Announcement

Join us for an exploration of the Fernie Curse while we honour the work of Museum Director Mike Pennock Thursday, June 26 7:00 pm

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

history@ferniemuseum.com

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

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Starting Friday, June 27 to Thursday, July 3

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Age of Extinction 3D Rated: PG 7:00 pm ONLY nightly

How To Train Your Dragon 2 Rated: G 7:00 pm ONLY nightly

3:00 pm Matinees on Sat & Sun $6.50 2D and $8.50 3D per person

Edge of Tomorrow Rated: PG 9:00 pm ONLY June 27,28,29,30 and July 1

321 2nd Avenue in Historical Downtown Fernie 250-423-7111

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Visit www.ferniemovies.com for more info.

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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 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 – 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 – 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

Saturdays

• 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 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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Opening Reception, Fernie Arts Station 7 pm Wildcat Days in Elkford 11th Annual Fernie DiscGolf Lizard Range Tournament Fernie Alpine Resort Summer Opening Day Roll & Sole Fernie Trails Festival Fernie 3: Mountain Bike Stage Race Summer Pottery Camp: Secret Garden, Fernie Arts Station 9:30 am

Fernie Canada Day Celebration, Fernie Secondary School Fernie Mountain Market, Prentice Park Canada Day Celebration, Elkford Aquatic Centre 11-3 pm Pre-School Pottery, Fernie Arts Station 1pm Kids Freeride Camps, Fernie Alpine Resort (Beginners ages 8+) Avalanche City Roller Girls Home Game 4-9 Women’s Mountain Bike Camps, FAR (Beginner & Intermediate Riders) Fernie Mountain Market Opening Day, Rotary Park 10-2 pm

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City of Fernie CONNECTION | Community Information and Opportunities | www.fernie.ca Fireworks!! – Did you know…

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A permit must be obtained from the Fernie Fire Department to discharge fireworks within the City of Fernie Municipal Boundary.

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City of Fernie Fire Protection and Life Safety Bylaw No. 2136 regulates the sale and use of Consumer Fireworks & Display Fireworks within the City of Fernie.

Failure to comply with the bylaw requirements will result in municipal ticketing.

For more information with bylaw requirements see our webpage at: www. fernie.ca or call 250 423-4226.

To obtain a permit, stop by the Fire Hall at 692-3rd Avenue.

Pool, Pajamas and Movie Night!

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

Bring your child(ren) down to the Fernie Aquatic Centre for a night of swimming, pajamas, popcorn and a fun movie! Pick them up TIRED and ready for BED! Friday July 18 and Aug 15 from 5:30-8:30pm. Ages 7 and up welcome! Call 250.423.4466 to register.

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall

Summer Hours

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

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.

Property Taxes are Due Property taxes are payable by July 2, 2014, after which time a 10% penalty will be added to any unpaid current year taxes

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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 25, 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

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No exemption from taxation or penalty is conferred by reason of non-receipt of the Property Tax Notice. Cheques post dated to July 2, 2014 will be accepted at City Hall Post marks on mailed remittances will not be considered as date of payment. Please allow time for your payment to arrive at City Hall prior to the due date 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 250-4233034 or scanned and emailed to cityhall@fernie.ca.

Any questions don’t hesitate to contact us: Phone: (250) 423-6817 Fax: (250) 423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca

Invitation to Citizens The City of Fernie invites residents who want to have a say and make a difference in our community to apply to serve as a member on the: Beautification Committee One member is needed to fill a vacancy on the Beautification Committee to research and make recommendations to Council for an overall vision for installation of seasonal lighting and displays, decorations, banners and plantings, and community aesthetics all to promote and instill pride for the community we live in. This is a volunteer position and members participate in an advisory capacity to City Council.

Design Review Panel The City of Fernie currently has a vacancy on the Design Review Panel for one member to serve a one year term as a representative of the community-at-large. All who are interested are encouraged to apply.

Experience in the building/architectural industry with knowledge of local history is considered an asset.

The Committee is responsible for reviewing development applications within the context of the Official Community Plan, Building Design Guidelines for all permit areas within the City.

If you have an eye for detail and construction your City needs you!

Both committee’s meet during regular business hours once each month. If you are interested email your application to city.hall@fernie.ca stating your availability and outlining your related experience.

Public Hearing on Monday, July 14, 2014 at 7:00 pm Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, July 14 2014 at 7:00PM in Council Chambers in Fernie, City Hall at 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie BC with respect to the following proposed bylaw amendment: Applicant: Location: Legal Description:

Larsen Whelan Enterprises Ltd. 1071 – 2nd Avenue Parcel A (See XH1812), Block 32, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District Plan 734A

Bylaw No. 2244, cited as Zoning Bylaw No. 1750, Amendment Bylaw No.164, 2014 proposes to change the zoning: From: R1 – Single Family Residential To: R1B – Single Detached Plus Residential A copy of the proposed amendment bylaw and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm on June 26, 27, 2014 and 8:00am – 4:00pm on July 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 14, 2014 at City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC or online at www.fernie.ca.

Anyone wishing to address the above Bylaw will be afforded the opportunity at the Public Hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaws. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submissions must be received NO LATER THAN 4:00PM, Monday, July 14, 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, Director of Corporate Administration Services, PO 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 Director of Corporate Administration Services 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.

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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 has been cancelled and a Special Meeting scheduled for 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

Mosquito Control Program

To report instances of nuisance mosquitoes, get more information about the program or about mosquitoes in general, please contact the District of Sparwood at sparwood@ sparwood.ca or 250.425.6271. Or fill out our online form at www.sparwood.ca/mosquito.

Please include your name, instance location, and contact information when reporting instances of nuisance mosquitoes.

The District of Sparwood has overseen the control of mosquitoes for many years.

Businesses and recreational activities can suffer when the numbers of aggressive, daytime biting mosquitoes (known as ‘nuisance’ mosquitoes) rise to intolerable levels.

The goal of the Nuisance Mosquito Control Program has been to reduce their numbers to tolerable levels using integrated pest management measures.

Culex Environmental Ltd. is currently contracted to carry out the Nuisance Mosquito Program. Culex specializes in using environmentally sensitive approaches to mosquito management.

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.

Canada Day Celebrations Sparwood Recreation Centre Tuesday, July 1, 2014, 10:00 am – 2:00 p.m.

Obstacle Course Bounce Houses Miniature Golf Sketch Artist Face Painting

Craft Tables Balloon Animals Laser Tag and much much more!

Come celebrate with us! Canada Day cupcakes at 1:00 p.m.

GARBAGE PICKUP SCHEDULE There will be NO GARBAGE PICKUP ON Canada Day Tuesday, July 1, 2014 Garbage that is normally picked up on the Tuesday will be picked up on Monday, June 30, 2014

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!

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.

TAX DEADLINE REMINDER

Reminder that the deadline for paying your 2014 property taxes without penalty is Friday, July 4, 2014.

If you live in your home as your principal residence, but cannot pay your tax bill, you should still come in and claim your Homeowners Grant. Penalty applies to all taxes, including the grant portion outstanding after the due date of July 4.

You are now able to pay your taxes on-line or by telephone banking. Home Owner Grant applications must still be mailed or dropped off at the office. If you are out of town and believe that there is not enough time to send your cheque by mail, please contact the Collector before the due date to make alternate arrangements to ensure your payment is received on time. Couriers are not always the best option for timely delivery, but if you must use one, consider postdating your cheque and sending it early before the due date. The District Office must receive the funds by the due date, post-marks are not considered.

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Golf results

By Jill Snell Ladies League

Ladies' Day Results: June 17 Event: Low Net from the Red Tees 0-24: Ursula Schroeder 25-31: Kathy Pachara 32-35: Eileen Thrun 36+: Aysha Haines Skins: Ursula Schroeder, Aysha Haines (two) Closest to the pin 0-31 handicap sponsored by Fernie Chiropractic: No

winner as no one hit the green.

Closest to the pin 32+ handicap sponsored by Park Place: Eileen Thrun Attendance Draw winner: Two rounds at Cranbrook Golf Course - Ursula Schroeder Attendance Draw winner: Overwaitea Points - Eileen Thrun There were seven ladies that managed to bear out the cool, wet weather to join us for a great round on the course and we hope everyone had fun. Thank you to Ray and the grounds crew for all their continued hard work on the course.

The greens are filling in nicely after the maintenance punching on June 10. With some more warm weather we expect the course conditions to continue to improve every day. As always, a special thanks goes out to the Ladies' Day sponsors, including Fernie Chiropractic, Freshies,

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Investia, Overwaitea, Park Place and The Tipple for their continued support of Tuesday Ladies' Golf.

Remember, you do not need to play in one of the organized tee times to play in the event or be eligible for the attendance draws. All you need to do is have a Tuesday tee time, sign in and pay for the event in the pro-shop and complete your scoring in the binder located in the ladies' locker room. Event winners are determined from the binder details after 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday nights or when the pro-shop closes (whichever is earlier).

There will not be any Ladies' Day events held July 1, but the course and the Clubhouse Restaurant will be open to meet all your Canada Day needs.

There is an organized tee time for 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 8 though there will not be any organized event as July 8 also sees us hosting our mid-season special.

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ribs planned for dinner it should be a great night, maybe even a "yaba-dabadoo time". Please stop by the Proshop or give them a call at 250-423-7773 to register or for more details. Payment is due at time of registration. Please arrive at 5:30 to sign-in for the 6 p.m. shotgun.

The special will be a two-person best low net team event so sign up with a partner or we'll find you one. Come on out, have some fun and meet some new and wonderful ladies.

Also, save the dates on your calendar for Golf Fore the Cure July 22 and the Fernie Ladies' Open Tournament August 19. Note that there were no Sunday Ladies' Golf results this month as due to scheduling there was only one player registered to play (Thanks Aysha). Our next Sunday Ladies' Golf is set to go July 27 at 2:30 p.m. You must be registered in the Proshop by Friday, July 25 to play.

Let's get out and play some golf!

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African Children's Choir to perform in Elkford

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

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he Friday night festivities of Wildcat Days will feature a new event and a rare treat – a performance by the African Children's Choir. Made up of 80 children from Uganda between the ages of nine and 11, the choir is currently touring North America and will be bringing their one of a kind show to Elkford.

The choir is a non-profit and humanitarian relief program and is run through Music for Life (MFL), an organization working in seven African countries: Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Sudan, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa. With a strong focus on education, MFL works to create new leadership for tomorrow's Africa with several different relief and

development programs.

Donations raised through performances by the African Children's Choir go towards education, care and relief and development programs.

Nate Longstaff, a chaperone with the choir, said the group generally performs at schools, churches and community centres in towns both big and small.

“We do a variety of sizes of towns because it is not just about the fundraising, it's about blessing communities,” he explained. “The hope that these children bring is immense to a community and it is wonderful for small communities to be able to be experiencing the culture, the enthusiasm and the beauty of these children.”

He went on to say, “During the performance, the children will say what they want to be

when they grow up, and they each want to be high profile positions like doctors, lawyers, politicians. When you think about where they're coming from – many of them are orphans, many of them come from the lowest of the low - and yet they have this tremendous hope; it is inspiring.”

Each performance features a mix of traditional and gospel songs, dances and drums, as well as testimonies from choir alumni.

“People that turn up to concerts are so moved, they just don't go home the same person,” remarked Longstaff. “Their perspective on life is changed and that alone is something worth investigating.”

Don't miss the African Children's Choir when they hit the Wildcat Days stage at 6 p.m. this Friday night.

The Afican Children’s Choir will be performing Friday night in Elkford.

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Fernie Library hosts appreciation dinner

By Mary Giuliano Mayor of Fernie

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he annual Fernie Heritage Library volunteer appreciation dinner was held on Monday, June 2 in the Fireside room of the Park Place Lodge.

Board chair Camilla Merritt started the evening by expressing a warm welcome to everyone. She is concluding eight years on the board but will continue to be involved in different ways.

Merritt moved to Fernie with her family 11 years ago and not knowing anyone, went into the library where she was immediately welcomed by staff members.

She realized quickly that this library was an access point for the community.

Merritt thanked the board members, volunteers and staff - especially Library Director Emma Dressler who has shown exemplary commitment to the library and is someone who continuously strives for excellence in providing service to patrons.

Emma thanked everyone and then called each volunteer by name, providing information on what each one contributes to the library.

The following volunteers help with shelving books, keeping 80 print magazines in order, sorting out computer problems and organizing special events:

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Lynda Bird, Mary Elson, Ben Gilmet, Annette Harrison, Lorrie Kremer, Kevin McIsaac, Randal Macnair, Mary Martin, John Merritt, Cindy Pace, Micheline Picard, Meg Prentice, Stephanie Saumur, Terry Tombasso, Ingrid Weisenback and Betty Johnson.

Library Trustees are Camilla Merritt, Angie Abdou, Anna Piney, Sylvia Ayers, Todd Fyfe, Adam Macdonald, Charlotte Ezaki, Mark Lento and Stephen Gort.

The city representative is Councillor Joe Warshawsky, and the staff includes Marilyn Razzo, Heather Gordon, Tina Hayes, Jeanette Sedgwick, Sindella Sugden, Mary Gronellweg, Anie Hepher

Did You Know?

Summer Safety

Summer is a good time to kick back, relax and have fun. If alcohol is part of your summer plans keep a few important points in mind. These points can also be used year round to avoid potentially harmful situations.

KNOW YOUR LIMIT – monitor your drinking. Spacing drinks, by keeping at least an hour between standard drinks (341ml of 5% beer/142ml of 12% wine/43ml of 40%). Adult women are recommended to limit intake to 3 standard drinks, while adult males are recommended to limit intake to 4 standard drinks in one day. If you are driving, or operating any machinery, not drinking is always safest.

AVOID MIXING – Mixing drugs and alcohol can have devastating consequences. Illegal drugs are not monitored; therefore it is difficult to know what you are ingesting. Consult your physician when considering mixing prescription medication and over the counter medication with alcohol. Often medication and alcohol do not mix.

KEEP AN EYE ON EACH OTHER – remember safety in numbers.

Do not allow your friends to go with people you do not know or trust.

Ensure at least one person in the group is sober to drive home.

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and Jayden Lloyd.

As Mayor, I congratulated volunteers, board members and staff for another successful year at the library.

On behalf of the city of Fernie council and staff, thanks go to Director Dressler and her staff, Chair Merritt and board members - and especially, all the volunteers.

The library wouldn’t be the warm inviting space it is if it weren’t for the individuals who spend the time to make it so.

As Emma said, the library is a “welcoming place for discovery, inspiration and recreation.”

BE PREPARED –carry a cell phone and let people know where you are.

Extra clothes, food and water are always a good idea.

East Kootenay Addiction Services Society has sponsored this column. The intent of this column is to provide information and to encourage healthy choices. Free, confidential services are available to anyone dealing with their own or someone else’s substance addiction or misuse. For more information contact 250-423-4423, 1-800-644-6144 or visit www.ekass.com

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All this and more available with your Fernie Library Card

Come and see us.

We can get you started Call the Library at 250-423-4458 or check our website for details at http://fernie.bclibrary.ca

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Catty for a Cause Dress up in your best kitten attire and head down to the Royal Hotel this Saturday night to support a group of local volunteers who are helping to control feral cats in the Elk Valley.

Door proceeds will go to the Spay and Neuter Incentive Program (SNiP), where feral cats are captured and fixed before being released or re-homed in the community. The number of kittens that just one unspayed female produces in a lifetime can range into the hundreds, causing homeless numbers to escalate very quickly.

With the help of participating veterinarians, SNiP offers subsidized or free services to help fix both feral and domestic animals.

The bar will open at 8 pm on June 28 and will feature music by Laughin’ Louie and Your Friend. Volunteers from the Fernie Pets Society will be there with adoption forms and more information on their services, plus the Royal will have drink specials all night.

Meow!

Dog Days It’s no secret that the Free Press loves their furry friends – we have no fewer than 10 dogs between our seven employees! As the valley bursts into outdoor activities for the summer, here’s some helpful tips for all fellow pet enthusiasts out there.

A tired dog is a happy dog, so get Fido moving and enjoy the summer weather! There’s no shortage of places to explore, whether hiking the trails or swimming in a creek. The Fernie Pets Society has been working on creating a new off-leash dog park (see www.ferniepets.org to see how you can help), but remember to respect City-designated on-leash areas and always clean up after your pet wherever you are.

A big no-no is running your dog alongside your motor vehicle!

Unfortunately we see this too often and it is one of the easiest ways to end up with an injured dog or worse. If you’re having trouble finding the time or energy to give your dog the exercise it needs, a service like Happy Hounds (www.happyhounds.ca) can help.

Having fresh water available at all times is critical in the warmer months, so consider taking a an extra bottle with you on your walks with your best friend. Never leave your dog in your car on a warm day – tragedy can strike in just minutes.

Finally, be sure to have a tag that properly identifies your pet. City licences and rabies tags are not helpful outside of business hours, so invest a few dollars to get a tag with your dog’s name and owners contact information. Happy trails!

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This week’s recommended drink is a Strongbow, Dukes or Foundry Apple Cider. Crisp, refreshing & gluten-free, ciders are ideal for summer sipping.

Drink recommendations are from Dave Hamilton, Manager of Spirits Cold Beer & Wine Shop at the Park Place Lodge

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Let's Celebrate!

COME JOIN IN THE CANADA DAY CELEBRATION

MONDAY, JULY 1st, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

REC CENTER ARENA & AREA

Schedule of Events 10 a.m.

Canada Day Celebrations Begin 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Face Painting, Bouncy Castles, Mini Golf, Wacky Hair, Storytime, Many Awesome Inflatable's Train Rides, Community Banner, Balloon Animals, Cool Crafts, Bubbles, Treat Booth, Obstacle Course, Caricature Artist, ECD BBQ, Much More!

Noon Canada Day Cupcakes Singing O'Canada

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Great Family Fun!!

Help create our Community Canada Day Banner

Come support our local groups raise money for their important community project at our ECD BBQ and the Treat Booth!

A Big Thanks To Our Sponsors: District of Sparwood, Sparwood ECD Committee, and All Of The Volunteers!

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Friday, June 27th

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Devonian Inflatables.............................................................................................................. 4:00 - 8:00 pm Scavenger Hunt .......................................................... Friday, 4:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Saturday The B.C. Name Game................................................. Friday, 4:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Saturday Family Games...................................................................................................... 4:45 - 5:45 pm Opening Ceremonies......................................................................................... 5:45 - 6:00 pm African Children’s Choir.................................................................................... 6:00 - 7:15 pm Grad 2014 Grand March.................................................................................. 7:00 - 8:00 pm The Burn-Ins......................................................................................................... 7:15 - 8:15 pm The Cardboard Challenge................................................................................ 7:15 - 8:00 pm SMS Equipment Charity Poker Tournament (*$20 buy in).....................7:00 - 11:00 pm Fireworks................................................................................................................................ DARK

Saturday, June 28th Pancake Breakfast (*13+ $6, 5-12 $4, 4 & Under FREE)..................... 8:00 - 10:30 am Food Vendors................................................................................................................... ALL DAY Devonian Concession......................................................................................11:00 - 6:00 pm Craft and Trade Fair..........................................................................................10:00 - 5:00 pm Silent Auction.....................................................................................................10:00 - 4:00 pm Parade......................................................................................................................11 am START Inflatables............................................................................................................11:00 - 4:00 pm Monster Truck Rides (*$8 person)................................................................12:00 - 5:00 pm Photo Booth.......................................................................................................12:00 - 4:00 pm PT the Clown.....................................................................................................12:00 - 5:00 pm Climbing Wall.....................................................................................................12:00 - 4:00 pm Glitter Tattoos (charge applies).....................................................................12:00 - 5:00 pm Henna Tattoos (*$5 each)...............................................................................12:00 - 5:00 pm CU Express Train Rides...................................................................................12:00 - 4:00 pm Craft Time............................................................................................................. 1:00 - 3:00 pm The Mokry Blues.................................................................................................. 1:00 - 2:00 pm .............................................................................................................................& 3:00 - 4:00 pm Cotton Candy Booth.......................................................................................... 1:00 - 4:00 pm Teck Mine Tour...................................................................................... 1:00 pm, DEPARTURE 55+ Bocce Tournament*................................................................................... 1:00 - 2:30 pm Andi’s Petting Zoo.............................................................................................. 1:00 - 5:00 pm Water Warfare (11-13 yrs)............................................................................... 2:00 - 3:00 pm The Burn-Ins......................................................................................................... 2:00 - 3:00 pm

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Visit the Lincoln MKC gallery at DrivewayCanada.ca

Lincoln luxury at a non-premium price Santa Barbara, Calif. - The MKC is the first can be matched with standard, made (luxury) compact utility vehicle from Linin Scotland, Bridge of Weir “Deepsoft” coln and, while related, it’s very different leather upholstery. The premium car exfrom the Ford Escape. perience actually starts as you approach Development of both vehicles started the MKC with an accent welcoming with Ford’s global “C” platform, but lighting feature that’s automatically acother than its base 2.0 litre turbo-engine, tivated (by the key fob) when an owner the MKC has little else in common with Lincoln may be a is within 2.4 metres (8-ft). its Ford counterpart.

Our 320-kilometre-plus route took us little late in joining All-wheel-drive is standard (in Canada) away from the coast along the scenic the booming compact Jacento Reyes Byway. This lightly travon all three editions of the MKC and a start price just under $40,000 is also luxury utility club, but elled twisty two-lane road gets narrow inviting compared to other luxury CUVs in sections. It also presented some the MKC is certainly such as the Acura RDX ($41,390) and spectacular vistas along the way and an impressively well BMW X3 ($42,800). some intimidating cliff faces and rock (A top-line Ford Escape, by the way, is formations. put-together new listed at $35,699).

I was impressed with the MKC’s predictmember and it’s The MKC is the second of four all-new able handling characteristics through priced to sell. product launches intended to redefine the twisty sections. It was stable, very Lincoln. The first being the Lincoln MKZ Bob McHugh forgiving at higher speeds and generally last year, an all-new MKX is expected more agile than expected for a utility next year and a, so-far unnamed, full-sized sedan will vehicle - especially after I finally figured out how to follow. The new Lincoln styling theme includes smooth set-up the driving modes, called Lincoln Drive Control. clean lines a slick shape (described as “graceful athThe normal, comfort and sport settings for the susleticism”) and up front, there’s a contemporary take pension and steering are preset (via vehicle settings on the traditional Lincoln split-wing grille. on the instrument panel and customizable to a limited Another eye-catching feature of the MKC is around extent) by a driver to function with “D” and “S” back, a huge wraparound lift gate includes full-width transmission selections. It’s a different and somewhat LED rear lighting assemblies. This unique one-piece complex way of providing this feature. hydro-formed steel door opens like a clamshell and Push-button transmission selection is another feature allows complete access to the cargo area. An optional that I wouldn’t get excited about. I get the space-savhands-free feature also allows it to open with a kicking functionality and the historic connection to Lining motion below the rear bumper. coln, but still prefer a shift lever. Manual operation of The MKC also has a roomy feel to its interior, particuthe transmission’s six speeds can be done via paddle larly for front seat occupants. A dash that slants away, shifters on the steering wheel. The shifts, however, towards the windshield, adds to its airy ambiance. It’s could be crisper and the system tends to be very proalso a much quieter cabin than its stable mate, with tective of the engine (over-revving) on downshifts. numerous built-in sound deadening features that inOnly MKC vehicles with the new 2.3-litre twin-scroll clude a noise control system that eliminates unwanted turbo engine were available to drive at this U.S. event, sound waves and enhances others. which would price tag them close to $50,000 in CanAvailable inside accent trims include brushed alumiada. An impressively smooth and quiet performer (in num or open-pore Zebrano and Santos Rosewood that this application) this engine can produce 285-horse-

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As you might expect, the 2.0L engine gets better fuel economy, but the difference is minimal and both can run on regular grade fuel.

All the latest driver-assist technologies are available with MKC including, adaptive cruise control, a collision warning system, blind-sport alert, cross-traffic alert and park assist, with a unique new wrinkle... park-out assist. This added feature can now autonomously steer that MKC out of that tight parallel parking spot into which it put the MKC! Lincoln may be a little late in joining the booming compact luxury utility club, but the MKC is certainly an impressively well put-together new member and it’s priced to sell.

Quick Specs and Pricing: Sticker price: Lincoln MKC Premiere (2.0L): $39,940 Lincoln MKC Select (2.0L): $42,200 Lincoln MKC Reserve (2.0L): $47,700 Lincoln MKC Reserve (2.3L): $49,650 Power: 2.0-litre I4 turbo, 16-valve, DOHC with variable timing: 240 horsepower @ 5500 rpm Fill-up: 2.0-litre city/highway fuel economy: 12.4/9.0 L/100km (EPA estimated) Power: 2.3-litre I4 turbo, 16-valve, DOHC with variable timing: 285 horsepower @ 5500 rpm Fill-up: 2.3-litre city/highway fuel economy: 12.9/9.2 L/100km (EPA estimated)

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See dealer for details. ‡1.9% for 36 month lease available on all 2014 Sierra 1500 models, on approved credit by GM Financial. Tax, license, insurance, registration, applicable provincial fees, and optional equipment extra. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.16 per excess kilometre. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Example: Sierra Double Cab 4X4 (1SA + G80 + B30) including Freight and Air Tax is $28,566 at 1.9% APR, $2,350 down payment, bi-weekly payment is $119 for 36 months. Total obligation is $11,702, plus applicable taxes. Option to purchase at lease end is $18,189. ¥$4,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the finance and lease offers of 2014 Sierra 1500 Double/Crew Cabs, and is applicable to retail customers only. An additional $400 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit has been applied to the cash purchase offer. Other credits available on select Sierra models. 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A good friend of mine owns a number of Healeys in various states of (dis)repair and one or two roadworthy examples.

Keep hoping he’ll gift me one that’s closer to restoration.

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’’ You didn’t need a bidder’s paddle to enjoy the excitement of the second annual Vancouver Collector Car Show & Auction.

More than 650 collector and classic autos descended upon the PNE Fairgrounds this past weekend and another 150 went on the block, many surpassing their reserve bid limits. Speed TV’s Steve Magnante was on hand to move the auction along but the cars were the true stars.

Yours truly focussed on the beauties that were for sale, as many of the gems displayed by the car clubs represented at the show will undoubtedly show up in Driveway over the summer season of show and shines.

Here are 10 that caught my eye – a photo gallery of the cars mentioned but not published here, can be viewed online at drivewaycanada.ca 1955 Chevrolet 2-door Post Sedan: For those who like to make a visual a well as audible impression. No chance of cruising quietly around the neighborhood in this loudly painted Chev with the big block 468 CID V8 – 650

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1952 Nash: I’ve always liked the funky look of these cars.

They are positively odd but I love’em. There was another example featuring a matching tow trailer.

1956 Desoto Fireflite Hemi: This Desoto is still powered by its original 330 CID Hemi V8! – A marque long gone from production but vividly remembered in the minds of collectors.

1928 Ford Modified roadster: Handsome beast. This 1928 Model A Roadster Custom features a 302 engine from a 1978 Lincoln and its mated to 1978 C4 auto transmission.

1932 Ford Roadster: Likewise the looks of this Ford Roadster, which has a 350 Chevy Ramjet engine and auto tranny. Built from ground up with brand new parts by Kaotic Customs in Langley.

1967 Austin Healey 3000 Mk 3:The last year of production for the Austin-Healey 3000, a very popular British sports car built from 1959. A good friend of mine

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1934 Chrysler Airflow: It’s a piece of art. Check out the unusual grille. It has less than 53,000 miles on the clock and was discovered in a North West garage back in the 1980s.

1940 Ford Custom Pickup: Not my cup of tea but I may be in the minority judging by the swarming behaviour of the crowd this weekend.

1957 Pontiac Convertible: Really don’t like the coral colour but love everything else about it.

It’s a 1957 Star Chief Convertible with a continental kit.

2002 BMW M3: It’s a musicmobile judging by the amazing sound system. But it’s no slouch on the non-musical performance front. It has a 3.2L turbo - 525 HP engine.

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Fernie Youth Soccer wrap up season with jamboree Submitted

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ernie Youth Soccer Association (FYSA) had their Soccer Jamboree on Saturday, June 21. The young athletes played soccer matches, had an opportunity to try a timed soccer obstacle course, learned the speed of their soccer kick with the RCMP radar gun and competed in juggling competitions. It was a great success with lots of smiles from the youth.

Community programming like this is not possible without all the volunteers that make our organization run. I would like to thank our coaches, division coordinators, equipment manager, concession volunteers, referee-in-chief, obstacle course volunteers, board members, managers, parents and players for making this year successful.

Even though our referees are paid, we could not run our league without them and need to recruit and train more.

For next year, we also need to Fernie Youth Soccer held their end of the year Soccer Jamboree on Saturday. recruit and train more coaches.

Photo by Jamie Hide Photography

We were short on coaches this year and encourage parents to become involved with our organization when their kids are young and grow with us.

Community members who love soccer can also make great coaches.

This summer kids can continue to play soccer at the SoccerQuest summer camps in Fernie, July 14 to 18 and August 18 to 22.

Register your child online at www.soccerquest.ca or call 250352-GOAL. In the fall, the Whitecap's professional soccer club will be running a 10-week soccer skills program in Fernie. More information on this program will be posted on the Whitecap's website at www.whitecapsfc. com and the Fernie Youth Soccer website at www.fernie.com/ youthsoccer in the next month.

FYSA encourages any interested parents or community members to come out and help with our club. The board will continue to have meetings year round.

Contact Susan Rohn at susan@ fernie.com to get involved.

Another win for the Avalanche City Roller Girls

The Avalanche City Roller Girls took down the Calgary Tr a s h i n g ’ Lassies at the S p a r w o o d Arena Saturday night.

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he Avalanche City Roller Girls (ACRG) brought their a-game to the rink last Saturday, defeating Calgary’s Thrashing’ Lassies with a 247 to 61 point win.

The ACRG started off the game strong, scoring 12 points within the first few minutes.

The game, held in the Sparwood arena, coincided with the Elk Valley’s annual Canadian Cancer Society’s (CCS) Relay for Life.

In support of the annual event, partial proceeds from the game were donated to the CCS. “We just wanted to give something back to the community,” Jess de Groot with the ACRG said.

The girls wore yellow t-shirts to show their support.

The next game takes place on Saturday, July 5 at the Fernie Memorial Arena. The ACRG will be competing against the Chinook City Roller Derby’s Kill Jills.

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Bikers gear up for the Roll and Sole Trail Fest

ABOUT NORTHERN GATEWAY PIPELINE…

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he Fernie Trails Alliance (FTA) is encouraging locals to get out and enjoy their beautiful trails at the Roll and Sole Trail Fest this coming weekend.

The festivities take place on Saturday and Sunday and include guided mountain bike tours, a trails bike demonstration, a hikers obstacle

with MLA Bill Bennett 1. This proposed pipeline would transport heavy Canadian oil from Alberta & Saskatchewan to Kitimat for shipment to Asia. Currently Canada is limited to US market with resulting low price and limited market. Opportunity for all Canadians to benefit but risk must be reasonable.

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Grace and her family wish to express heartfelt thanks to: Caitlyn Barrett, Grace's fantastic teacher for the last 2 years and Steve Bastian her Education Director at HCOS. You've achieved so much in your 18 years!

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Money raised during the weekend will go toward the FTA. But FTA president Terry Nelson said raising funds is not their main goal.

“It’s more just intended to create interest in the Fernie Trails Alliance and have some fun,” he said.

The Trails Alliance is also looking to generate revenue for Fernie’s tourism industry by occupying hotel rooms.

“It’s totally inclusive. The mountain biking and trails community in Fernie starts from kids that are four-years-old right up to 95-yearsold.”

Terry Nelson Fermie Trails Alliance President

And the activities cater to all age groups, Nelson said.

“It’s totally inclusive. The mountain biking and trails community in Fernie starts from kids that are four-years-old right up to 95-years-old.”

Local businesses including Vitality, Gear Hub, Giv’Er Shirt Works, Big Bang Bagels and Loaf are sponsoring the Roll and Sole festival.

And unlike the majority of events, where businesses simply donate prizes, the stores will be sending over 40 volunteers to host the different activities.

“We wanted to have the opportunity for the businesses to come out and participate in the event,” Nelson said. “It brings the whole business community together.”

Participants can register for the event on the Fernie Trails Alliance website at www. fernietrailsalliance.com. A registration tent will also be set up Station Square on Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m.

THANK YOU To the following businesses and individuals who made it possible for our grade 6 students to attend their camp at Blue Lake Teck Coal Ltd Western Financial Group (formerly Falkins Insurance) Leyden Bus Lines Majic Purdy Law Corporation (Glen Purdy) BP Industrial Services Special thanks to Amber Smith who donated her time to drive for all three round trips for Sparwood, Elkford and Fernie.

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ernie is fast becoming known as the little town that could. Last year, crazy as it sounds, Fernie almost succeeded in nabbing the Guinness World Record for the longest ever yoga chain, set in 2012 in India, with 696 participants. Organizers of this year's free Yoga and Wellness Festival, July 12 and 13, invite you to join them in making a second attempt to secure an entry in the Guinness Book of Records.

K

ids are creative.

T h e y know how to think outside the box.

To express themselves in Shelby Cain unique, original ways that, as adults, we tend to repress.

Most of the time it’s really cool to sit back and watch. Who says they have to paint the sky blue? Who says they have to walk on the designated trail? If you give them a bit of room, it’s interesting to see what they can come up with.

I’ve been embracing this whimsical ‘let’s just see what they decide to do’ attitude with my kids lately, and feeling pretty good about it. Until it blew up like a giant, fluorescent, lace-y ball, right in my face. Yes. My girls have decided to declare their fashion independence.

It. Is. Atrocious.

These mornings, when I hear their little feet padding down the stairs, I freeze in anticipation. Who is about to appear around the corner? It could be anyone from Boy George to Princess Jasmine to literally anything in between. A monkey mask with board shorts, suspenders and fairy wings.

A gown formal enough to visit Buckingham Palace adorned with a rainbow circus tutu and an eye patch from the pirate costume. A sweater knitted by Great Grandma that was worn home from the hospital with a denim mini-skirt and rubber boots.

Help!

I tried getting rid of any obscure hand-medowns or ill-fitting clothing we had. I tried hiding the tickle trunk in the back of the closet. Somehow, they still manage to create masterpieces.

I attempted to set a soft rule about keeping ‘unique’ outfits for playtime. But the sadness in their eyes as they peel the layers of clashing colours from their tiny bodies is heart wrenching. There is one thing that remains constant, no matter what tornado of creativity comes around the corner. It’s the look of intense pride worn on their face. I can even see it shining through the eyeholes of the dragon mask. “How do I look Mommy? Don’t I look beautiful? I picked this out myself!”

I realize that the proper thing to do in this situation is probably to keep up the whimsy. To praise their desire for selfexpression, congratulate them on achieving their goal of unsurpassed uniqueness, and move on with my day. As long as they are temperature appropriate, generally covered and their vision is, for the majority of the time, unobstructed, who am I to judge?

But I can’t help it. Me in my boring old Normcore outfit.

So I will try to find a happy medium.

Maybe just one layer of crazy per day. And you know what? I could probably use a layer of crazy on the outside too, to match the one I’m usually sporting on the inside. If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em.

The Parent Trip

The yoga chain poses have been selected to suit beginners, and a video demonstrating them can be viewed at feelgoodfernie.com. The leader of the chain starts the first pose, and in domino effect, everyone follows. Once everyone is in the first pose, the leader begins the second pose, followed by everyone else, until finally the fourth pose is completed. Anyone who attended last year will agree that although the record wasn't quite achieved, the enormous success of the event was clear with the hundreds of people laying down in sivasana on Second Avenue – that itself making history!

Mayor Mary Giuliano was very happy to be involved and looks forward to

helping again this year.

"I believe last year's event was very successful and was enjoyed by everyone that attended, those in the yoga line and those watching,” she said “It's a great event that brings lots of visitors to our town. I want to congratulate and thank all of the organizers for putting this event on again this year."

Feel Good Fernie is unique, working from a grass roots base and offered through the generosity of volunteers coming together in true karmic style to put on such an amazing event.

Its founding principles are community, environmental awareness and advocating Fernie as a wellness destination.

From 9 a.m. Saturday morning until 4 p.m. on Sunday, downtown Fernie will be buzzing with activity. Kid's activities will free up parents to browse around the mindful market or participate in classes or workshops.

Stage musicians entertaining throughout the weekend will host a major yoga party. On Sunday, classes and workshops continue and Resorts of the Canadian Rockies will host a special event at the ski hill, including a chair lift ride up to Lost Boys Cafe, a walking yoga class and lunch.

To view the schedule, find out about the prize draw goodies, or to sign up online please, visit www.feelgoodfernie. com.

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0-4 years - Carmella Pallone 5-6 Years – Winston Miriar 7+ Years – Steven MacCormack

Alex Millar Allan Barrass Andrea Horton Coal Miners Diner Colten Kunst Dawn Weatherbee Derek Cimolini Dixie McClinchey Gene VonMatt Holly Peebles James Woodall Jim Jones John Randall Justine Bowen Knights of Columbus Leigh Stickney Lions Club of Sparwood Lyndsay Gerscht Marcia Johnson Renee MacCormack Royal Bank of Canada Sarina Barin Shelley Lynch Shona Williams Sparwood Fire Dept Sparwood Futures Sparwood Mixed Slow Pitch League Sparwood Search & Rescue Tammy Ogden Tracey Brook-Baker

Cutest Grandparent Winner

1st – Carol Letasy 2nd - Robin Endicott 3rd – Ruth Sanders Lilac Terrace raised $2,357 to put towards a new bed with this fundraiser alone.

5km & 8km Sparwood Classic Winners

5km Men's First Place: Gage Paskiewich 5km Women's First Place: Trisha Reimer 8km Men's First Place: Evan Markowiak-McDonell 8km Women's First Place: Carol Ann Johnson

Coal Miners Car Show For Cars 1st Nick Presta 2nd Jim Larsen 3rd Damen Barnett For Bikes 1st Duane Smith 2nd Bonnie Hansen 3rd Rob Christensen

Peoples choice for Car show Jim Larsen

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Best Antique Car - Sparwood Fire truck Best Bike - Ryan Leech Best Musical Entry - Cranbrook Bugle Band Best Business - EKCCU Child and Youth Entry - Lacrosse Best Animal - Esso Judges Pick - Hot Gossip Cutest Entry - Seniors on the bikes

We would like to thank the local businesses for all of their continued support and the many volunteers that gave their time to help make the 2014 Coal Miner Days events such a huge success! Every year there is thousands of dollars raised to help support local organizations, this year is no exception.

Monies raised will go to support Lilac Terrace, a new Sparwood Skate Park, Muscular Dystrophy, Diabetes, Raise a Child Up, Sparwood ECD Committee for a new toddler park, the Sparwood Food Bank, Search and Rescue etc. We hope this year’s Coal Miner Days was an experience people won’t forget and will have them wanting to come back for more next year!

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By Shelby Cain Contributor

T

he fifteenth annual Fernie Raft Race was held Wednesday, June 18. I went to witness it.

As I rounded the corner to the Coal Creek boat launch, the rain pelting my truck and the muddy river raging before me, I didn’t expect to see many people crazy enough to actually go rafting.

Boy, was I wrong. Turns out Fernie has lots of people who were ready to get crazy. Or, more accurately, ready to have a lot of fun.

Sixteen teams with over 100 paddlers stood before me, dressed in everything from giant bird heads to formal wear. The mood was electric.

Blair Craig of Canyon Raft Company, one of the many hard working organizers of the event, got the participants loaded onto buses for a trip above the North Fernie Bridge, where the race begins. I followed behind and stood on the soggy riverbank with other curious observers, waiting for the action to start. A giant tree floated by. We waited. At last, distant yelling could be heard over the roar of the river. They were coming.

The chocolate brown horizon was broken up with 16 blasts of colour, their arms moving like hummingbird wings. As they passed under the bridge, the audience on the banks erupted in cheers. The boats were a blur, and then they were gone.

I sprinted for my truck and made it to the West Fernie Bridge just in time to catch the winners, Defending Champions, cross the aqua finish line.

It was awesome.

The purpose of the race has always been to raise money for the Fernie River Society and its initiatives. For the last three years, proceeds have gone specifically to fund the Fernie Whitewater

Would like to thank the following sponsors and donators that helped make our Rumble in the Rockies event a great success

Three Beavers took the award for Best Dressed at the Fernie Raft Race.

Photo by S. Cain

Park, an idea decades old which will become a reality in the near future. The park will allow people from Fernie and all over the world to surf and kayak on unique features just steps from town.

Dan Savage, one of the dedicated members of the group working to bring the park to Fernie, said, "The whitewater park is in the permitting phase and we are aiming to be shovel ready in 2015.” Yet another draw to bring outdoor enthusiasts to our amazing town.

After the last of the boats passed under the bridge I went down to the boat launch and watched everyone make their way to the afterparty. A few were cold. I saw a pretty soggy clown. But I didn’t see one face without a giant smile on it.

The results: First place - Henry's Defending Champions, Best dressed - Three Beavers Royal sportsman - Neons You Want To Be On

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GRADED AA OR BETTER LOCALLY GROWN NATURAL BEEF Hormone Free Grass Fed/Grain Finished Freezer Packages Available Quarters/Halves $3.30/lb Hanging Weight Extra Lean Ground Beef Available TARZWELL FARMS 250-428-4316 Creston

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Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation.

Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045, www.dollars4guns.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

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30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wedgewood China set, 55 pc. 8 place setting, like new $250. Fly Tying Kit, very complete, $220. Good selection Porcelain Dolls $15 - $35 ea. Sale on Gibson Guitars â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s era â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 20% off. J50 was $2500 now $1900, Southern Jumbo was $2900 now $2400. MK35 Gibson was $1500 now $1200.

Gibson J40 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; was $1700 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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. â&#x20AC;&#x2122;93 Jaguar XJ6 $3500 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

Set of Water Skis Wetline USA $75. Fitness Club Exercise Bike, new was $249, now $199. Various washers, dryers, ranges $125 - $249. Lots of musical instruments and accessories.

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Auto Financing

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SPARWOOD, B.C.

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

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Mobile Homes & Parks FOR SALE BY OWNER move in ready 1970 Newly renovated mobile home 3 bedroom Large kitchen, dining room, family room & separate laundry room.

Snow roof & newer vinyl windows. Ski Hill Mountain Views Includes 4 appliances.

Located in F.M.H.P Call 250-423-3340 for info & viewing times.

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Rentals

Walking Distance to Mall

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Sparwood, B.C.

Cam Apartments 1491 - 5th Ave Fernie Available immediately, 2 bedroom, furnished or unfurnished apartments.

Call Gary at 250-423-0141

PINEWAY COURT Apartment Units • Close to downtown • Affordable

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

lindsay@sparwoodrealestate.ca

GOLDEN OAK GARDENS 1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)- month 2 Bdrm - $850 (& up)- month

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Homes for Rent Furnished and Unfurnished Properties for rent in Sparwood and Elkford Contact Tammie Davy with Custom Real Estate and Property Management at 250-425-2968 or log on to www.elkvalleylistings.ca for more information.

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

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

TOM UPHILL MANOR 1301 4th Ave Fernie

Independent Living for seniors and people with disabilities

Riverview Estates 352 - 6A Ave, Fernie Available June 1st 2 bedroom remodeled apartments. Includes heat & hot water.

Call Gary at 250-423-0141

Mobile Homes & Parks

Mobile Homes & Parks

One Bedroom Unit Available to rent Rent $625.00 per month includes heat and hydro Available June 1, 2014 For more information on qualifiers or to view please call Julie Langille General Manager Fernie Family Housing Society 250-278-3347 Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm

• Hot water included • Your new home!

Duplex / 4 Plex

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Large Half Duplex in Sparwood Heights 3 bedrooms up and 1 down, 2 bathrooms and large fenced yard available for May 15 or possibly sooner. $1225. plus utilities. Please call Rick 4255432 or Erin 425-7711 References required

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

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Brought to you by Fernie’s premiere Chinese restaurant

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YOUR HOROSCOPE for the week of June 29 to July 5, 2014

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: SAGITTARIUS, CAPRICORN, AND AQUARIUS.

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)

You’re most likely an ambitious person, but you need to build up your selfconfidence before you can succeed. Look for healthy ways to boost your selfesteem.

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BRAIN GAMES CROSSWORDS

PUZZLE NO. 715

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)

You are, typically, a person who requires stability. If you’re in the middle of moving, find some reassurance by asking your loved one for some affection.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)

People under this sign are great communicators, and thus you spare no effort in expressing disagreement. You won’t hesitate to let the whole world know about any sort of injustice.

PUZZLE NO. 451

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)

A precarious financial situation leads to some anxiety. If you look at things from a more dispassionate perspective, you will see that this is only a temporary situation.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)

You’re excited about some new challenges. You accomplish a brilliant exploit at work or at home, and it leads you further on the path of success.

ACROSS 1. Etching fluid 5. Unadorned 9. “____-Devil” 12. Former 13. Pivot point 14. Horse food 15. Semicircles 16. Jewel 18. Ball 20. Gambling numbers 21. Fall back 25. Oven gloves 28. “____ of the Lost Ark” 32. King’s better 33. Spending 35. Humor 36. Overachievers 38. Wanting 40. Subscribed again 42. Slender 45. Text reviser 49. Broth 53. Suitor 54. Play part 55. Verb’s subject 56. Shortening 57. Moreover

58. Anxious 59. Otherwise

DOWN 1. Oh, woe!

2. Criticize 3. Scratch 4. Sahara, e.g.

5. Lox bread 6. Wood cutter 7. Fringe 8. Road curve 9. Wearing boots 10. Human paw 11. Stares 17. Having foot digits 19. Work history 22. Soar 23. Omelet maker 24. Autographed 25. Teed off

26. Frozen 27. Decade count 29. Lamb’s mother 30. Get ____ of 31. Farm pen 34. Mama’s boy 37. Munitions 39. Fit for food 41. Teeny’s partner 42. Shoo!

43. Loony 44. Hooked on 46. Small duck 47. Boat paddles 48. Impolite 50. Less than two 51. “The ____ Squad” 52. Coffee cup

ANSWER/LAST WEEK - PUZZLE NO. 714

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VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)

You may witness a situation that leaves you feeling puzzled. Perhaps someone tells you a secret that you don’t feel comfortable keeping for one reason or another.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)

Don’t overdo it with coffee this week, even if you feel overwhelmed by stress.

Some situations slip out of your control, requiring you to step back.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)

You take on new responsibilities at work that are going to be very profitable for you. The adjustment won’t be easy, but your perseverance will allow you to reach your goals.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)

HOW TO PLAY : Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

People under this sign crave adventure and travel. You wish to reconnect HOW with TO PLAY : Each 3x3 box is outlined your true nature and take steps to live a Fill in the grid so that every row,a every column, with darker line. and You unique experience.

PUZZLE NO. 451

HOW TO PLAY : Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

every 3x3 box contains already the numbers 1 through 9 have a few CAPRICORN (December 22 only - January 19) once. numbers to get you Perhaps it’s time to get some professional Remember: Eachcertain 3x3 box is outlinedstarted. with a darker line. You guidance if you can’t overcome You to get must not emotions. Any sort of changealready can only have be a few numbers you started. beneficial for you. repeat Remember: You must not repeatthe the numbers numbers 1 through in 3x3 thebox. same 1 through 9 in the same line, column,9 or AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18) line, column, or 3x3 box.

The foundations of your relationship are shaken. You are a person who is always making compromises, and now your partner must do the same.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20)

Remember that physical health is connected to mental health. If you have a chronic health problem, look for the causes in your emotions and in your past.

ANSWER

ANSWER Asnwers: TO PUZZLE NO. 451

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started.

Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column, or 3x3 box.

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 451

HOW TO PLAY :

PUZZLE NO. 453

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Golfing is so much easier when you’re young

It is essential to have a consistent stance…

very time you face the ball, in a practice session or a game situation, you should work with very precise markers. You will develop an appropriate routine for your style. Developing a routine requires that you pay attention and adjust your position for every shot.

Once your routine is well-established, you only need to focus, because you will always be in the correct position.

Unfortunately, many golfers hold the grip in the palm of their hands like a hammer. Instead, try holding it with your fingers. At the beginning, it will feel uncomfortable because it is unfamiliar. Of the three types of grips, one is as good as the other.

Get curious and try them all. The right choice is a compromise between ease and result. The grip

should suit the size of your hands and the length of your fingers. Holding your club incorrectly will affect the position of your club in some way.

Before you even initiate a swing, this simple correction will reduce the risk of multiplying your mistakes. The two knuckles (index and major) on the top hand are an easy marker to check: the knuckles on the left hand for a right-handed golfer, for example.

For a good stance, try these three important markers: • Align your feet, hips, and shoulders parallel to your target.

• Position your ball near the middle for short irons, slightly toward the front foot for mid and long irons, and at the heel for the woods.

(The front foot is closest to the target).

• Place your ball proportionately to the length of your club. Place the tip of the grip so it reaches about midthigh. The longer the stem, the 201 Fairway Drive, Fernie - 250-423-7773 further you stand from the ball.

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Kids can start playing golf even as early as two years of age. Regardless of how old they are, however, it’s essential that it remains a game. If kids lose sight of this, they will most likely abandon the sport. But if they have the right attitude, golf can be a great activity for kids, since they are naturally agile and flexible. Kids are also used to observing and imitating others, so picking up new things such as swinging a club will come easily to them.

Children who are starting off should focus on learning a basic stance without worrying over achieving the “perfect” stance. That should gradually evolve and improve as they

become stronger players. Over time, kids should also start mastering the more technical aspects of the game. It goes without saying that it’s important for kids to practice in order to improve, but it is even more important for them to have fun. One way of doing this is by setting personal goals or by having contests with other kids their a Family Friendly Event age.

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Family Games Michelle And Sean Tribble Perform

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Children have t r e m e n d o u s imagination and creativity, so don’t be afraid to let them experiment on the course. Let them try using various clubs in a sand trap or attempt hitting a ball around a tree if they want.

These are great ways of discovering new tricks.

Some will work and some won’t, but they will help kids better understand the game, and develop a passion for the sport.

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BEARSPAW CONTRACTING “COMMUNITY FIRST” SOCIETY

Community First

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

Celebrities scheduled to perform:

Aaron Pritchet

Canadian Country Music Artist

Jason Blaine

Corporate meet and greet

Canadian Country Music Artist

Jason Greely

is from 5 - 6:30 pm

Canadian Country Music Artist

(also includes wine pairing with Celebrity Chef Michael Lyons)

Dave Semenko

provided by Urban Entertainment group

Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup winner

Entertainment by the dueling pianos Vegas style.

Gilbert Dionne

Montreal Canadiens ‘93 cup winner

Live Auction Items:

Jason Zuback

World record holder for the longest golf drive

• 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 ride 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!

Tickets for Thursday night's event are $20.00 and are available for sale at the following locations:

Elkford:

Chauncey Ridge Food Mart #1-2200 Balmer Drive 250-865-2118 Bearspaw Contracting #2-2200 Balmer Drive 250-865-2327

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.

Sparwood:

Tronovus: Industrial Sector along the highway Remedy Rx: Sparwood Mall

Fernie:

Fernie Hotel: 691 1st Ave 250-423-6444 The Tipple Liquor Store: 792 2nd Ave, 250-423-3012

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ayor and Council extend a warm welcome to all area residents and visitors and invite everyone to come and celebrate Canada Day at Prentice Park.

We live in the greatest country of the world; we Canadians enjoy freedom and quality of life unsurpassed elsewhere, so let’s acknowledge this special day by celebrating together.

Festivities begin at noon with the singing of Oh Canada, followed by cake cutting by Council members.

Included in the day will be the Mountain Market, a rugby exhibition, kids bike and pet parade, kids tent sponsored by the Fernie Chamber of Commerce, a refreshment garden, food concessions and day long entertainment including clowns and music.

The City of Fernie is a proud supporter of this event celebrating the 147th birthday of our country.

Special thanks to the businesses, organizations and individuals that provide time and talent to support this annual community event.

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We want to extend appreciation to the individuals that contribute to Canada Day and all supporters of this civic event that, although driven by the City, is successful only because of the many who participate by organizing, and delivering.

On behalf of Council and staff please come, enjoy the day and show your pride in being Canadian.

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2014 Canada Day Celebrations Join Us at Prentice Park Beside Elk Valley Hospital Noon to 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm to Dusk!

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MUSIC IN THE PARK

ith non-stop entertainment on the stage all day, the music never stops at the Canada Day celebrations. This year, three amazing and very different bands will keep the crowds grooving to tunes and tapping their feet.

Thar Be Dragons Duo

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har Be Dragons is a musical project started by Hartt Goldman in Toronto and moved to the mountains of Fernie in 2012. Within weeks of arriving in Fernie, Hartt encountered Zac Barrett playing fiddle to a pack of “Happy Hounds” out on the trails. The two have been jamming most Wednesdays ever since (at the Royal Jam night run by Zac) and they continue to play various venues in the Elk Valley as a band or duo. Zac’s amazing musical instincts on multiple instruments are a compelling complement for Hartt’s original compositions. The duo play genres ranging from the rock originals off Thar Be Dragons 2012 album “Got a Light?” to newer roots songs written here in the Elk Valley.

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edgirl is a light shade of bluegrass with some visible folk roots showing.

Fronted by the clear and fearless vocals of Anie Hepher: Redgirl’s music is built around her pure and unfettered voice, clawhammer banjo, guitar and occasionally, a sassy ukulele.

Michael Hepher (married to the girl) on lead guitar, mandolin and backing vocals, brings a balance in harmony, humour and musical creativity to the songs and stories of the band.

Bringing it all home with wholesome and steady bass lines is Steve Jones on his “new” 1953 Kay upright bass.

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ndigo Joseph is a multi-lingual four-piece band, based out of Regina, SK. Formed in the spring of 2010, their unique blend of indie/dance/rock and do-it-yourself attitude garnered them spots at the 2011 Regina Folk Festival, Bengough Gateway Festival, an opening slot for the Library Voices' "Summer of Lust" EP release. They have released two self-financed EP's, (Indigo Joseph, 2011), (Lilith, 2012) and are currently tracking their debut LP entitled "Collage".

In 2013 they were privileged to showcase at several national caliber industry events such as CMW, JUNOFest, and NXNE. In their hometown, they won 104.9 the Wolf 's "Queen City Rocks" battle of the bands. The prize, including a two thousand dollar bursary and airplay on the Wolf, prompted the band to go back to the studio to record their song "Others". The new single debuted in full rotation on 104.9 the Wolf beginning August 1st, 2013. In fall 2013, "Others" was named CBC Music's "Indie Song of the Summer" out of over 150 different tracks from across the nation. Others hit #1 on the CBC R3-30 chart and stayed in the top 10 for 8 consecutive weeks.

Following up the success of their single Others, Indigo has begun the process of creating their first full-length album, entitled Collage. The new record will explore themes such as conflict and resolution in art (and life). It will be available digitally, as well as on CD and 180g Vinyl (September 1st, 2014)."

Indigo Joseph is from Regina and their website is: http://www.indigojoseph.com

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RIDE Congratulations contenders!

We wish all the competitors good luck as they embark upon the exciting adventure of this year’s Fernie 3.

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n behalf of Fernie City Council I want to extend a warm welcome to all of the competitors of the new Fernie 3 bike race, celebrating the best of Fernie.

This new race celebrates all that is Fernie, from the organizers and racers to the precisely chosen routes that will be enjoyed during three fabulous days of mountain biking on the best trails in Western Canada.

Stage routes will provide new and veteran riders the ultimate mountain experience on this classic single track trails race.

Make sure to grab one of those spectacular race jerseys created in conjunction with local artist Morgan Dunnet. You don’t want to miss the new “Roll and Sole” festival hosted by the Fernie Trails Alliance.

Many Thanks and congratulations to the Fernie TransRockies Society for this amazing new race that is sure to become a much anticipated annual event.

Again, welcome to Fernie and enjoy your time here with all that Fernie has to offer.

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The Ultimate all-mountain singletrack classic!

8th Annual Kids’ Bike Rally

Friday June 27 – Set Up

When 150 riders roll up to the start line for the Fernie 3 they will be facing the beginning of a fun mountain bike ride which includes the best singletrack in the Canadian Rockies. At the same time 100 kids’ aged 3 – 9 will be facing a fun and educational bike rally around Fernie’s downtown.

This mini-rally has been a great success in past years and will again add to the festivities surrounding mountain biking.

The event is FREE and is limited to the first 100 kids to register.

Registration is at Straightline Bikes in Downtown Fernie.

Start times are every half hour beginning at 10:00am and ending at 11:30am. The rally route takes about one hour and kids’ must be accompanied by a parent.

Event Overview: Event Date: Sunday, June 29, 2014 Event Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Event Location: Downtown Fernie Event Participants: Children ages 3-9 and their parents Registration: Straightline Bikes Rally Route: Start #1– Straightline – equipment check and fun accessories Checkpoint #2 – Fernie Library – Bike decoration Checkpoint #3 – Fire Station – Bike safety information Finish #4 – CP Station Square – Crafts, face painting, a bouncy tent and PT the clown.

3pm to 9pm ���������������� Registration at the Park Place Lodge 1pm to 8pm ���������������� Set up Fernie Hotel

Saturday June 28 – Day 1

7:00am to 8:15am ������ Registration at Park Place Lodge 8:45am ������������������������ Rider check in 9:00am ������������������������ Start at Fernie Hotel 10:30am to 4:30pm ���� Fernie Roll and Sole Trails Fest 11am to 2pm �������������� Finish at Fernie Hotel 12pm to 2pm �������������� Face paining at Fernie Hotel with Rachael Buttersworth 12pm to 10pm ������������ Awards, food, beverage and beer tent at Fernie Hotel and Pub 3pm to 3:15pm ���������� U16,U13 kid’s race start at Fernie Hotel 4pm to 5pm ���������������� U16,U3 race finish at Fernie Hotel 5pm ����������������������������� One day and kids’ awards 6pm to 7pm ���������������� Live music at Fernie Hotel with Michael Power 7:30pm to 9:30pm ����� Live music at Fernie Hotel with Hark, Raving, Sirens

Sunday June 29 – Day 2

8:45am ������������������������ Rider check in 9:00am ������������������������ Start at Fernie Hotel 9:30am to 12pm ��������� 8th Annual Kids Bike Rally 10:30am to 4:30pm ���� Fernie Roll and Sole Trails Fest 11am to 2pm �������������� Finish at Fernie Hotel 12pm – 6pm ���������������� Food, beverage and beer tent at Fernie Hotel and Pub

Monday June 30 – Day 3

8:45am ������������������������ Rider check in 9:00am ����������������������� Start at Fernie Alpine Resort 10:30am to 2pm ��������� Finish at Fernie Alpine Resort 12pm to 3pm �������������� Festivities at FAR plaza 5pm to 9pm ���������������� Awards Banquet at Corner Pocket, Fernie Alpine Resort

Stage 1: Saturday June 28th Distance: 25.1km Verticial: 1050m

Start line: Fernie Hotel Facing easterly, 6th Street to 2nd Ave to 13th Street to Railway Ave, Stumpy double track to 13th Ave to Sidewinder, Sidewinder to R-Trail to Kids Stuff to Splitting Bears, Ridgemont Road to What’s Up Doc, What’s Up Doc to Scary Trail to Coal Creek Road, Coal Creek Road to Montane Community Barn, Climb Up-Rooted to Roots to Hyper Extension to Castle Rocks, Descend Southern Comfort to Cokato Road, Cokato Road to Pine Avenue.

Finish line: Fernie Hotel

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Stage 2: Sunday June 29th

Distance: 34.1km Verticial: 1525m

Start line: Fernie Hotel Facing westerly, 1st Ave to 4th Street to Pine Ave. to Coal Creek Road to Montane Community Barn, Double track to Roots to HyperVent to Roots Hyper Extension to River Road to Ridgemont Road, Queen V to Eco-Terrorist to Ridgemont Road to Eric’s Trail to Kid’s Stuff Connector to Ridgemont Road, Dead Fall to R Trail to Kush to Kushier to Kushiest to Ridgemont Road to Coal Discovery Trail, Stumpy trail, to 4th Street, to 1st Ave finish Finish line: Fernie Hotel

Stage 3: Monday June 30th

Distance: 34.4km Verticial: 1494m

Start line: Fernie Alpine Resort Plaza Cedar Road to View Trail to Verboten to Gorby to Lizard Lake Trail, cross Lizard Creek to Rail Trail to Cedar Valley Road, Hot Tub Chute Road to Lazy Lizard to Project 9 Road to Lower Project 9 to Lazy Lizard to Cedar Valley Road, Park Connector Trail to Park Nature Trail to Stove Trail to Dem Bones to Fernie Mountain Park to Sherwoody to Stumpy, Happy Gilmar to Old Goat to Gorby to Gorby Bowl to Boom Trail to Bens Big Rig to Deer Trail to Bin Logdin to Rumplestumpskin Finish line: Fernie Alpine Resort Plaza

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The Archers

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he Archers, who were awarded Victoria’s Times Colonist Music Award - “Act to Watch for 2013” and Monday Magazine’s Favourite “Emerging Artist/ Band Award” in April 2013, were also nominated for a “Young Performer of the Year Award” by the 2012 Canadian Folk Music Awards, crowned Youthink’s “BC's Best Teen Band” in April 2011 and won Victoria’s “Garage Band Live” in May 2011.

The Archers unique Folk/Rock sound is created by their ability to be multi-talented musicians, songwriters and performers. Sharing the roles of lead vocals, guitar, piano, bass, drums, mandolin, banjo and multiple other percussion instruments, the band from Victoria, B.C. create an impressive and versatile sound full of compelling harmonies and fantastic energy.

In April 2013 they recorded their debut full length album at Monarch Studio with Tom Dobrzanski (Said The Whale, We Are The City) and had it mastered at SAE with Roger Seibel (Broken Social Scene, Death Cab for Cutie, Bon Iver,Tegan and Sara). (release date tbd) Prior to that in August 2011 the band produced their EP, "Much More Than Merry Men", where it was added into rotation on CBC Radio3, CBC Radio 1 nationally, The Zone 91.3FM and college stations. They were also Victoria’s Zone 91.3FM’s Band of the Month in June 2012.

The Archers have performed at numerous events, including NXNE, Mission Folk Music Festival, Rifflandia Festival, VicFest, BC Day, Canada Day Main Stage, the CBC Toque Sessions, Fringe Festival, Folk West, Kulth Festival, and TedX Youth Conference and opened for Hey Ocean, Wake Owl, the Belle Game, Delhi 2 Dublin, We Are The City, Jon and Roy (Vancouver CD release with Ryan Guldemond), Steven Page, The Odds, Grand Analog, Rococode and Kim Churchill. Touring extensively over the last two years they’ve put over 35,000 km on their van.

“The Archers, or if Mumford and Sons had sons: With influences drawn from the softer side of the rock spectrum, The Archers merry brand of music brings together warm harmonies, direct lyrics and pointed guitars. If the groups' aim with "The Sun Will Rise" was to create winning whimsical folk-pop, then The Archers have hit their target.” - Steve Venegas CBC Radio 3 - Jun 11, 2012 "There’s a certain balance that can be hard to achieve; that perfect blend between musical integrity and catchy hooks, lyrics that are both wise and relatable, and accessible melodies without sacrificing instrumental depth. Victoria locals, The Archers, made reaching that balance seem nearly effortless with their debut EP, Much More Than Merry Men." Youthink Magazine - Kirsty Chan Archers are from Victoria B.C. and their website is - http://www.thearchersband.com

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Whispers on a Quest

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hat do you get when you put a joy-activist opera singer, a firefighting rhythm guru goat herder, a poetic toe-tapping Kiwi and a boxing guitar junky cowboy together and then add reggae loving Yogi to finish off the mix?...Shh listen carefully... you’ve got yourself the band 'Whisperers On A Quest'.

The band member’s unique mix of backgrounds and skills as well as its grounding influence in World Music delivers an eclectic music scape that makes your want to shake your groove thing while simultaneously breathing in the harmonies. This group aims to explore the outcomes of music fusion as they journey through the possibilities of their diverse musical talents. Come join them on this Quest!!!

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ringing ukelele, guitar and the most impressive instrument of them all, three amazing voices working as one, these ladies have really created something special.

From interesting country ditties to twisted pop covers they have a sound that will have you toe tapping and singing along in no time

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Yay! Fal Sisters

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ay!Fal Sisters! The name itself just makes you want to smile. These two colourful Kootenay ladies thrive on costumes and creativity. Their performances are a visual parade as they celebrate music and artistry in their own unique way. With Fernie's Tickle Trunk being their supportive sponsor, the thought on everyone’s minds as they enter is “oh what will these ladies be wearing...”

The two ladies behind this sisterhood show are Sonia Roy and Kylie Rogers Walker who have been performing together in the Elk Valley for over six years. You can also see them as part of 'Whisperers On a Quest' playing at 1:30 pm on Main Stage.

CANADA DAY CELEBRATION July 1st

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Cardboard Boat Race

or the second year in a row Canada Day celebrations will include the Fernie Elks Lodge #81 challenging all other area Service Clubs and community minded groups of Fernie to a Cardboard Boat Race. The first team to paddle across Maiden Lake in a cardboard boat, switch paddlers (relay) and back to the beach wins.

Boats must be non-waxed cardboard, duct-tape and paint and cannot exceed 50% of their surface area by duct-tape. Single or couple paddlers are allowed and the boat can be any size.

Boat inspection at 10:30 am at Maiden Lake Beach. Event to start at exactly 11:00 am (rain or shine). All proceeds go to a local charity or community group of the winner's choice.

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Canada Day Children’s Craft Tent

ernie’s celebration of Canada Day is a great event for people of all ages. Coming together to celebrate our vast and beautiful nation brings to the surface a sense of wonder and patriotism that can be forgotten throughout the year. Introducing the children of our community to the holiday and the celebrations is a wonderful way to spend the day together as a family in a fun, social setting.

The Children’s Craft Tent is always a hit during the Canada Day celebrations, offering kids a chance to create take-home crafts commemorating their Canada Day. This year the Fernie Chamber of Commerce will be offering kids the opportunity to create three different crafts in the Children’s Craft Tent: hand-print Canadian flags, Canada Day sun-catchers, and Canada Day fireworks.

The Children’s Craft Tent will be set up from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in Prentice Park. Be sure to come check us out for some great family fun on July 1st!

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Mountain Market

o u n t a i n Market will kick off their season at the CANADA DAY Festivities on Tuesday, July 1 from 12-5 pm in Prentice Park. It’s the first market of 2014, and it’s usually one of our biggest!

Come and join us for the fun!

Any vendors interested in participating in this event must pre-register so that we can reserve you a space.

To learn more and reserve a spot contact us at www. mountainmarket.ca or call (250)423-6674 Mountain Market will resume in Rotary Park starting Sunday July 6th, 2014 from 10 -2 pm. The market will run weekly until September long weekend.

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Find it, name it at the EcoGarden

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n Canada Day, the Community EcoGarden will host a unique treasure hunt for kids. Because we have a “no picking” policy at the garden, this hunt will involve taking a very close look at all the natural things at the garden and writing down – or drawing – what is found.

Armed with a sharp pencil and sharp eyes you, the hunter, will work from a list of things to find, like “something soft” and “something round.” What is it? If you don’t know its name, just describe it in a few words, or draw a picture of it!

This fun activity can be enjoyed by little ones with a parent or older sister or brother to help read and write; older kids can do the hunt alone or with a friend. Hunters can enter their completed forms in a draw for a small prize, held at the end of the day.

Everyone is welcome to drop by during the afternoon to see what’s growing, find out about the EcoGarden from a member-gardener, or simply to relax in the shade of our magnificent cottonwood trees.

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Beer Gardens

he Fernie curling club’s season is from the middle of October to the middle of April. the club’s demographics have changed dramatically over the last few years, our open membership now consists from ages 25 – 65 plus with a strong Senior’s membership that continues to grow every year.

Hosting events such as the beer garden on Canada Day is very important to the Curling Club because it keeps us in the public eye and any profit we make goes straight back into the club for crucial updating on the club house and buying new equipment for maintaining our ice, which has improved tremendously over the last couple of years.

Over the next five years, our focus is to continue to grow our membership, to start up a youth membership and to get back into Bon Spiels, both hosting them and attending them at other clubs. Our goal is to keep curling alive and an integral part of our community!

A history of Canada Day in Fernie

held every July 1. The children would watch excitedly at their mothers prepared, cooked, and packed food for the event. The train would take families to the picnic site. The day was all about friendly competition, food, and ice cream. At the end of the day the children were rounded up and loaded on to the train where seats were found and all were glad to be on their way home, treasuring fond memories and sharing them for days to come.

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n June 20, 1868, a proclamation signed by the Governor General, Lord Monck, called upon all Her Majesty's loving subjects throughout Canada to join in the celebration of the anniversary of the formation of the union of the British North America provinces in a federation under the name of Canada on July 1. The July 1 holiday was established by statute in 1879, under its original name, Dominion Day. In 1982 the celebration was renamed Canada Day. In the early years of the last century in Fernie, Dominion Day celebrations revolved around sporting events such as baseball, football (soccer), and different kinds of footraces.

The 1903 festivities included a fat men’s race (200lbs and over), as well as a blindfold wheelbarrow race. First prize for the fat men’s race was 100 cigars and second place won a $2 bottle of perfume. Another popular event was catching a greased pig, with the lucky winner taking home the pig. Loggers’ sports such as log rolling were also held at the mills around Fernie. Different competitions were held over the years, including a first aid competition held on the grounds of what is now City Hall in 1915, and a Dominion Day Queen Competition in 1923. Parades were often a main feature of the day’s celebrations.

In 1927, the beginning of July 1 as we know it today, Fernie and the rest of Canada celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of Confederation. A national committee was established, which made suggestions as to how local communities could mark the occasion. In Ottawa, the laying of the cornerstone by the Governor General of the Confederation Building and the inauguration of the Carillon in the Peace Tower were the highlights. In addition, Canada's telegraph and telephone companies, plus the 23 radio stations, forged a nation-wide link to broadcast speeches, songs, poems, and the peals of the carillon bells live from Ottawa. Fernie marked the occasion with a parade.

Picnics were also a big part of the local celebrations. In Coal Creek, the Miners Picnic was

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Happy Canada Day See you at the celebration!

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