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Gardening is getting easier!

As the spring sunshine turns to summer heat we often find ourselves spending more and more of our time outside enjoying our favorite activities. While our free time is often limited and usually jam packed, it is now easier than ever to grow your own vegetables.

By growing your own produce, you are not only reducing your impact on the environment but you are also able to know exactly what you are putting into your body. With the trend of conscious eating becoming more and more popular across Canada, growers have taken notice and have worked hard to breed plant varieties that are

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Whether you are an experienced gardener with lots of space or someone just starting out, there is something new and exciting for everyone. Food that you grow yourself and can pick fresh always tastes so much better. This is why at Top Crop we want everyone to have this opportunity, and because of that we are proud to grow all of our vegetable plants at our local growing locations and use only nonGMO seeds.

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This variety is ready a little later, maturing in about 80 days. Produces vigorous, large heads that are deep purple.

They hold their colour even after cooking. It is extremely hardy and easy to grow. “Graffiti” Cauliflower is great for kids, because of the colour.

Another new variety belongs to the Eggplant family.

“Fairytale” are tender, plump little marvels. They are short, tender fruit with purple and white marbled skin tones. They grow in clusters of six fruit of about 5” x 1” in size. Very compact plants, so they are ideal for containers or small gardens. They may be little but they have a delicious creamy flavour. They are quick growers and ready in about 60 days. Eggplant “Patio Baby” is a very early and productive variety. Plants are very compact, again making them ideal for containers or small spaces. Deep purple, egg shaped fruit should

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conditions. And if you are really limited on space don’t forget that we have pre planted containers filled with different mixtures of vegetables and herbs that make for easy gardening that you can have on a deck or patio.

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Local residents coping with Nepal aftermath

by Trevor Crawley - Cranbrook Daily Townsman

Though Nepal is half a world away, there are plenty of local residents who have connections to the country and the tragic situation that has resulted from the 7.9 magnitude earthquake on Saturday.

The quake has damaged much of Nepal’s infrastructure, which has made it difficult to communicate inside the country.

The earthquake, with the epicentre outside the national capital of Kathmandu, is the worst to hit the country in more than 80 years and has claimed the lives of more than 4,000, with the death toll continually climbing as of Monday.

As it stands at press time on Monday afternoon, there are six confirmed Cranbrook/Kimberley area residents in the country.

•Alex and Tricia McLeod were trekking through the Nepal on their way to Mount Everest Base Camp.

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ing that collapsed when the earthquake struck, but are safe in Lukla as of Monday via updates to family members and friends in Cranbrook.

When the earthquake struck, the McLeods were in a building that collapsed. A Sherpa, Pema, dove on top of Tricia to protect her and was hit in the head by a falling brick, according to a report from Dennis Parsons, a family friend.

They ended up sleeping in their clothes with their backpacks at their side incase an aftershock occurred, which eventually hit and they ended up in a self-refugee camp with roughly 50 other people On Sunday, they headed to Shurke, an area that wasn’t badly damaged and had a functioning helicopter pad.

The locals also opened their homes to tourists and refugees and the McLeods and Pema were able to get some rest.

From Shurke, they went to Lukla, which has a hospital and Pema was able to get some medical attention and antibiotics.

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“The group they are with is concerned about running out of resources soon, so they are going to move on to a smaller town named Chuplung, and about 1.5-hour trek from where they were this morning,” said Parsons. “They are experiencing after shocks, and have changed their plans to go to Kathmandu.”

•Robyn Duncan and Kara Brissette are safe in Kathmandu in an American military compound and are waiting for an available flight to get back to Canada.

•Annie Coulter and Jim Campbell are also travelling through the country. According to Coulter’s brother, Dave, there hasn’t been any contact yet with the two.

There is also a connection with David and Patricia Stock, two retired teachers who head

up the Canadian Friends of Nepal, which helps support roughly a dozen families and a small school in the country.

There has been limited communication from the families; one family is safe but out on the streets in Kathmandu, while another family in Kuttal—a little village near Kathmandu, are safe even though their house partially collapsed.

Though the Stocks have been in Nepal many times in the past, they are currently on a trip travelling through China.

Gordon Terrace Elementary School has been involved with the group, as students have raised $6,000 every year since 2011 that they’ve sent to the ‘hot pink’ (named due to the choice of the out-

side paint job) school near Kuttal, where local primary-aged kids can go to school during the day while their parents work.

Through the influence of the Stocks, Gordon Terrace staff and students first began raising money four years ago to build the school.

“My school definitely has a vested interest,” said Michelle Sartorel, principal for Gordon Terrace. “I woke up Saturday morning and had emails from my staff concerned about people over in Nepal.”

Gordon Terrace is hosting their bi-annual Celebration Of The Arts in conjunction with a Mother’s Day sale on Thursday, May 7, with funds raised normally going to the hot pink school, however, given the circumstances inside the country, Sartorel is talking with staff and students about redirecting the money to humanitarian relief and support.

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B.C. Views: Coast Guard hysteria sinks lower

by Tom Fletcher The Vancouver media’s frantic coverage of the Great Bunker Spill of 2015 has just about run out of fuel.

By late last week, the usually serious <I>Globe and Mail</ I> was reduced to quizzing a U.S. expert who had at first told the CBC he thought the spill response was pretty good.

But then he heard that it might have taken up to 12 hours until the leaking grain ship was completely under control, which would be not so good.

This U.S. expert admitted he has not “followed the Vancouver spill very closely,” and was basically speculating. But that’s OK, because the main purpose of this media frenzy is to feed the established narrative that the Harper government is gutting the Coast Guard while trying to ramp up heavy oil shipments to Asia.

Yeah, that makes sense. A University of Toronto philosophy prof recently suggested that Stephen Harper likes war. Maybe he likes oil spills too.

A retired captain from the now-closed Kitsilano Coast Guard station became the latest of a series of disgruntled ex-employees and union bosses to serve as the media’s go-to critics.

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He contradicted Coast Guard management at every turn, dismissing them as political appointees with little operational experience.

His claims about loss of spill response capability from Kitsilano are questionable at best.

There was no talk of spill response when Kitsilano closed two years ago, because it was a search and rescue station.

Former B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair held almost daily news conferences as it closed. People are going to drown, warned a parade of union spokespeople.

It’s been two years, and nobody has.

Premier Christy Clark and Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson were quick to summon TV cameras as oil-sheen angst spread through condo towers. They declared the Coast Guard response a failure before they had any real understanding of it.

Unifor, the union representing Coast Guard employees, has vowed a full-scale election advertising attack on the Conservatives this year. On federal budget day, Unifor protested the closure of the Ucluelet Coast Guard ship monitoring station. Similar stations in Vancouver and Comox are also closing this year, replaced by a new monitoring system run from Prince Rupert and Victoria.

I asked Industry Minister James Moore, the federal minister responsible for B.C., if this is a reduction in service.

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new system that has already been deployed on the East Coast, to improve safety.

“These fears were also raised back in the ’60s and ’70s, when lighthouses were de-staffed,” Moore said. “I remember people saying, oh my God, this is going to be the end. And it turned out to be complete nonsense.”

Unifor operatives rushed to the media again last week with dire news of a half-hour outage of this new system, portraying this as evidence of a high-tech disaster waiting to happen. (Ships were told to monitor an old-school emergency radio channel for that uneventful half hour.)

What the union is really doing is ramping up its election propaganda, and intensifying efforts to protect redundant positions that are being replaced by new technology.

There was a similar media campaign last year targeting the consolidation of Veterans’ Affairs into Service Canada offices. There are serious problems with services to veterans, but union featherbedding would not help them.

The B.C. government is also introducing digital technology, eliminating hundreds of paper-pushing jobs in the process, with a mostly realistic response from unions.

But in this federal election year, realism will be in short supply.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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In the lead up to Sunday’s 13th annual Walk for Multiple Sclerosis in Cranbrook, Mayor Lee Pratt (centre) proclaimed the month of May to be Multiple Sclerosis Month. Joining the Mayor at City Hall were members of the East Kootenay MS Support Group and organizers of the upcoming walk. Left to right: John Rankel, Cyndie Dilts, Lee Pratt, and John and Sylvia Leasak. The MS Walk takes place Sunday, May 3, in Baker Park in Cranbrook, starting at 10 a.m. Every year over 40,000 Canadians in more than 160 communities including Cranbrook lace up at the MS Walk to raise vital funds for people living with MS. Canada has the largest per capita number of cases in the world.

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The third annual Creston Valley Bird Fest is coming next week

Bird lovers, biologists, naturalists and photographers are flocking to Creston for the third annual Creston Valley Bird Fest from May 8-10.

The Creston Valley Bird Fest is a celebration of the art, the agriculture, and the birds of the Creston Valley.

Birding expeditions, presentations, photography workshops and art displays are all part of the three-day festival.

The festival begins Friday with liquid refreshments and a photography display, followed by a buffet with presentations on great blue herons and bats.

Buses then take people to three different locations: the Wildlife In-

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Early morning guided birding tours to a variety of habitats are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. This may be your opportunity to see northern orioles, mountain bluebirds, avocets, cinnamon teals, terns, Cooper’s hawks, wood ducks and so many more. With 7,000 hectares of protected wetland and over 300 bird species recorded, the Creston Valley is where the birds are.

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Saturday concludes with keynote speaker Dick Cannings — author of 10 books and one of the best authorities on B.C. birds.

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The City of Cranbrook is embarking upon a process to update our Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This Master Plan will guide the planning, design and use of parks, trails, recreation facilities, and community programs and services for the next 10 years. Our last plan was prepared in 1995 and set the framework for the development of Rotary Way Cycle Walk Trail, and the new arena and aquatic centre.

Consultants from Urban Systems have been

hired and they will work with staff to analyze and make recommendations on all aspects of parks and recreation in Cranbrook. This will include needs for new or upgraded parks, trails or facilities; identification of any amenities or programs that residents would like to see in Cranbrook; and recommendations on the maintenance and management of the parks and facilities.

All City residents are encouraged to provide input so the plan will reflect community in-

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terests and preferences.

There will be multiple opportunities for participation. The first is a statistically valid survey that is being sent to 2,000 randomly selected households. If you receive a letter in the mail inviting your participation, please respond.

You will have the option of completing the survey on the Internet or on a printed copy.

Other opportunities for participation include interactive workshops for the public and for specific interest groups.

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If you would like to participate in a community or interest group workshop, please contact Denise Bedell at (250) 489-0257. If you would like to submit a letter or email about your interests in and suggestions for parks and recreation in Cranbrook, these are welcome at any time, and can be dropped off at Leisure Services, located at Western Financial Place. Information during the study, which will be completed by the fall of 2015, will be made available at www. cranbrook.ca .

The City would also like your input on Idlewild Park. As a result of recent assessments on the dam at Idlewild Lake, the water levels will be lowered to protect public safety.

Cranbrook City Council recognizes the significance of Idlewild Lake to our residents and park users, and is seeking funding to replace the dam and restore the lake.

The City sees potential opportunities to enhance and redevelop the park during the dam’s reconstruction. Please provide your input on the future of Idlewild Park by completing a survey on the City website.

The deadline for both surveys is May 25, 2015.

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Organized by MABC, Mining Day at the Legislature is an opportunity for industry and government representatives to come together to discuss the challenges facing the sector and identify responsible opportunities for growth.

“This is an important opportunity to bring together operators, industry partners and legislators to discuss a path towards prosperity for all British Columbians”, commented Karina Briño, President and CEO of the Mining Association of B.C. The B.C. mining industry is comprised of global leaders in responsible resource development.

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It is through these partnerships that we will continue to make B.C. a mining success story and I’m happy that today our government is celebrating and supporting our partnership with this important industry.”

The MABC delegation is comprised of senior executives from B.C.’s mining and supplier operations, representing most of B.C.’s operating mines and an industry worth more than $8.5 billion in gross revenue and approximately 10,000 jobs, across every re-

gion of the province.

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May 3-9, 2015 Tribute to Teck

Teck gives update on Fort Hills marketing Teck Resources Limited announced recently

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Kootenay conservation projections get $1 million boost

At the BC Wildlife Federation Convention held this weekend in Fernie, the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation (HCTF) announced it will provide over a million dollars to Kootenay fish & wildlife projects.

The East Kootenay Grassland Ecosystem Restoration program was awarded the largest single grant in the region, receiving $189,000 to improve wildlife habitat through prescribed burns. In total, 16 Kootenay conservation projects were approved for funding, including: $38,000 to assess the impacts of invasive Northern Pike in the Columbia and Pend

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For 2015-16, HCTF has approved 118 projects: a total of $6.5 million in grants. Most of the funding awarded comes from surcharges on fishing and hunting licences, and many of the approved projects are focused on species important to anglers and hunters. However, a significant number of grants also go to projects benefitting whole ecosystems, species-atrisk, and environmental education programs.

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On the weekend of April 10, 11 and 12, the Cranbrook Lions Club hosted a District Conference at the Days Inn in Cranbrook. Over 160 guests from the East and West Kootenays as well as form Northern Idaho and North Eastern Washington attended. The Cranbrook Lions wish to thank the City of Cranbrook and the Regional District of East Kootenay, as well as the businesses and individuals listed below, for their support. It was greatly appreciated.

• Casey’s Greenhouse • Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce • Sweet Gestures • Days Inn • Bridge Interiors • Blue Sky Realty • Adams Wooley Accountants • RONA Hardware • Top Crop, Garden, Farm & Pets • Blue Lake Forest Education Society • Pacific Coastal Airlines and Uniglobe Travel • Fiorentino Brothers Contracting Ltd. • McDonalds • Alpine Toyota • Kal Tire • Staples

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“There are other metainfluences in the background, but the biggest influence is the band itself. Our life together, the people we meet inspire new tunes.”

TMO has toured major cities, playing club dates and living in vans, like many young bands.

But they also find themselves playing smaller towns and venues, places where the entire local population would gather for a show—and then demand they play all night. The spirit of these places and these audiences left their mark, especially the Gulf Islands in BC’s Strait of Georgia, an archipelago harboring beautiful, peaceful spots and wonderfully eccentric people (as well as being home to Wolda, who hails from Cortes Island). This close rapport—and willingness to take on the third-set challenge, to listen to the spirit of place— shaped TMO. The band evolved, slowly refining their initial burst of quirky, spontaneous jams, where songs in Spanish (the hot “Xo Tango”) might alternate with funny bluegrass numbers (“Sadie”), and wry waltzes might segue into percussive folk-punk. The band’s consensus-based, thoughtful process of arranging, shifting, performing became a crucible for mellowing and combining the group’s scattered musical influences.

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Lead me to Follow, the band channels all that heat and light into firm, elegant boundaries. The musicians spent months together, playing, arranging, discussing, before hitting the studio to record the album with David Travers-Smith (Deerhoof, Kiran Ahluwalia, Wailin’ Jennys).

The long spell together lent a new tightness to the band’s performance, a focus and sixth-sense responsiveness that resonates on the album (“Lives be Brave”) and on stage. As a result, the group sounds truly orchestral, with rich arrangements that take full advantage of their instruments’ unique colors.

An engagement with the past may be bittersweet, but it underlies the band’s tight and joyful ties to a vibrant sense of place, whether it’s a farm on the Canadian prairies or an idyllic rocky island.

“Our common thread is the place, the people,” Griffiths smiles. “When we’re out on Cortes Island or in Saskatchewan, it’s the sense of place that are the common threads. There’s a place, there’s the sentiment that connects us.”

Discover Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra for yourself Thursday May 14 at Key City Theatre. Tickets are $25 and $20 for Key City Theatre Members and are available at the Key City Theatre Box Office 250-426-7006 and Online at www.keycitytheatre.com.

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Brett Dustin Taylor July 27, 1981 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; April 22, 2015 It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Brett on April 22nd, at the age of 33.

He is survived by his daughter Makayla, his mother Wendy (Rob) Revie, father Neil Taylor, sister Coral (Ian) Colgur, nephews Cameron, Dustin and Chase, niece Devyn and grandmother Jean Cloarec, as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was predeceased by his sister Tracy Hutchinson (2005) and his grandfather Leon Cloarec (2012).

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday May 2nd at McPherson Funeral Home in Cranbrook from 1:30 pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:30 pm. In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to: The Salvation Army, 533 - Slater Road NW, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 4Y5.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com

Edythe Helen Anne Larsen

(nee Cartwright) February 2, 1945 ~ April 19, 2015 Edythe Helen Anne Larsen (nee Cartwright) passed away on April 19, 2015 at Creston Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Edythe was born in Cranbrook to Lloyd and Nissie Cartwright on February 2, 1945. She never knew her mother who had passed away at childbirth. Edythe was raised in Creston by her father and stepmother who owned the Antique Trailer Park. She attended school in Creston and graduated from PCSS in 1963. She worked at the Creston Co op in the ofĂ&#x20AC;ce and met her life time best friend Nina Nesbitt. Later in 1970, Edythe moved to Cranbrook to work in the ofĂ&#x20AC;ce for 2perating Engineers and then at Discount Foods as a cashier. In 1997, she moved to Edmonton where she married Gordon Larsen and the couple resided there until 2014 before moving back to Creston.

She was predeceased by her parents Nissie and Lloyd Cartwright; brother Jay Cartwright; sisters Darlene Larsen and Sharon Wannamaker.

Edythe is survived by her two daughters Jacki Mawson of Creston and Fran Mawson-Dalmer of Edmonton; husband Gordon Larsen of Creston; grandchildren Kavan Tully, Ryan Mawson-Dalmer, and twins Jaime and Fynn Mawson-Dalmer; niece Lori Larsen of Cranbrook; nephew Wade Larsen of Burnaby; and one great-granddaughter MacKenna Foster-Tully. She will be missed by all who knew her.

A private family Interment Service to take place at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Erickson, BC at a later date.

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OBITUARY Harvey William Ferguson January 26, 1951-April 21, 2015 After having another big stroke, Harvey passed away peacefully in the presence of his youngest brother Lenny and niece Bonnie at the Cranbrook Regional Hospital.

Harvey grew up in Edgewater, BC. He loved to sing and strum the guitar. He was loved for his great sense of humour. In his early years he worked in the logging industry. Then he met the love of his life "Dot".

They loved to go camping and fishing. They moved to Calgary, AB where they managed may apartment buildings.

Harvey had his first severe stroke in 1990 at the age of 39. His wife Dot supported him and stuck by his side every step through is recovery. He loved to cruise around on his scooter and listen to good ol' country songs.

He was predeceased by his wife Dot, mom, dad and oldest sister Pat. He will be lovingly remembered by his six siblings: Mary, Teena, Lana,Mickey, Randy and Lenny. He also leaves to mourn many nieces and nephews.

There will be a celebration of life at the Cranbrook Cemetery on May 2nd at 1 pm.

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Maria Turcasso December 12, 1927-April 1, 2015 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maria Turcasso on Thursday, April 1, 2015 at the age of 87.

Maria was born in San Giovanni in Fiore in Calabria, Italy in December 12, 1927 to Salvatore and Vittoria Oliverio. On New Year's Day in 1947, she married her beloved husband, Mario Turcasso. After their third child, work brought Mario first,in 1953, and then the rest of their family, in 1956 to Fernie, BC. In Fernie, they had two more children and created a wonderful life together before she lost her husband to cancer in 1971.

Maria spent much of her life raising her children, but she enjoyed her time working at the Tom Uphill home cooking for its residents. She truly loved to cook for people, making all of her Italian recipes from scratch.

Her cooking made her famous amongst all of her family and their friends. She also was a seasoned traveler, visiting her family in Italy several times, including most recently in 2012, as well as family in Argentina, Ontario, and California.

More than anything, though, Maria loved her family.

Near and far, she loved everyone the same and she was never more lit up than when she was surrounded by the family that she created. Maria is predeceased by her husband, Mario, her parents Salvatore and Vittoria, her brothers Giuseppe, Francesco, Antonio, and Giovanni, her sisters Barbara and Lucia, and her nephew, Antonio Oliverio. She is survived by her children, Giovanni Turcasso (Maija), Caterina Harbinson (Fred), Vittoria Westover (Bill), Pina Linda (Brian), and Rosanna Turcasso. She will also be greatly missed by her grandchildren Fred, David, and Robert Harbinson, Taina, Krista and Paula Turcasso, Lindsey and Jeff Westover, and Vicky and J.D. Lind, as well as their spouses, her precious five (and a half) great-grandchildren, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews around the world.

The family would like to thank the staff at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital, particularly in the palliative care unit. They also extend gratitude to those who have supported them in this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Maria's name to the Elk Valley Hospital Foundation.

A Funeral Mass was held on April 6, 2015 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Fernie.

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who passed away on May 2, 2007 My heart still aches with sadness, secret tears still flow, what it meant to lose you, no one will ever know.

I love and miss you so much, and will always remember you.

Love forever by best friend and common-law wife Fay and his son Christopher Michael

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We have immediate openings for the following positions Senior Accountant: We are seeking a senior designated accountant with a minimum of five years experience in public practice at a senior or manager level. The position will require senior level financial statement file preparation, audit field and supervisory work, preparation of corporate, personal and trust income tax returns and client consulting and assistance in an advanced capacity. This is a full time position and remuneration will be commensurate with skills and experience displayed.

Junior Accountant: We are seeking an accounting student or other individual who wishes to pursue a future in the field of accounting particularly within the public practice realm. Familiarity with accounting procedures and applications is required although we will consider varying levels of experience for qualified applicants.

The position will require junior work on financial statement file preparation, audit field work, limited preparation of tax returns and other junior roles. The successful applicant should be looking for continued growth within the position towards having a more advanced role and potentially leading to an accounting designation. This is a full time position and remuneration will be commensurate with skills and experience demonstrated.

Office Manager: We are seeking a full time office manager to take on a variety of management functions presently performed by the partners as well as a realignment of our internal administrative functions. We are looking for a candidate with strong organizational skills, demonstrated capabilities in the areas of human resources, office administration and system control and monitoring experience. The candidate must possess good interpersonal skills in dealing with internal staff and our clients. Strong demonstrated computer skills is essential. This is a full time position and remuneration will be commensurate with experience in similar positions and/or demonstrated skill sets.

Overland West Freight Lines is currently hiring for the following position

5 ton pick up and delivery driver

Successful candidate will be responsible for: • Delivering a variety of freight to businesses and residential.

• Performing pre/post trips on vehicle and recording accurately all information, as well as complete accurately, a log book.

• Successful candidate will require: Minimum class 5 with air driver’s license Clean driver’s abstract Excellent physical condition Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills Ability to work well unsupervised or in a team atmosphere BC MSP coverage and Pension Plan offered. Medical and dental benefits provided at end of probationary period Please drop off resume along with a current driver’s abstract to Overland West Freight Lines, 1201 Cobham Ave West, Cranbrook, attention, Cami Walks.

Overland West Freight Lines is currently hiring for the following position

Warehouse Person (with class 1 driver’s license) Successful candidate will be responsible for: • Unloading all inbound trailers by forklift, pallet jack, and hand balm as well as staging freight in appropriate areas • Assist in loading all pickup and delivery drivers • Responsible for recording all discrepancies of freight and reporting to supervisor • Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe warehouse environment • Responsible for maintaining equipment/ reporting to supervisor Successful candidate will require: Minimum class 1 driver’s license Clean driver’s abstract Forklift certificate Excellent physical condition Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills Ability to work well unsupervised or as a team BC MSP coverage. Pension Plan offered. Medical and dental benefits provided at the end of probationary period Please drop off resumes along with a current driver’s abstract to Overland West Freight Lines, 1201 Cobham Ave West, Cranbrook, attention, Cami Walks.

Our firm is a busy Cranbrook based public accounting firm offering competitive remuneration and benefits package. Please submit resumes no later than May 31, 2015. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please submit resumes to:

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The Cranbrook branch is seeking an applicant for Shipping/Receiving who will assist in all areas of running a parts department. Duties will include: shipping and receiving of incoming and outgoing freight; processing and locating freight; customer and service department parts ordering; processing, requisitioning and providing quotes; processing and filing parts and service packing slips and invoices; other duties as required to maintain a clean and efficient parts department.

The successful candidate will be computer literate and have excellent communication skills; experience with Quipware is preferable.

It is necessary that the candidate be willing to continuously learn This position will require heavy lifting and carrying. Journeyperson status or enrollment in the Parts apprentice program are not required, but would be considered an asset.

A highly successful candidate may be offered an apprenticeship if not already enrolled in the program.

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Employment Opportunity Permanent Full-time

?aq’am (St. Mary’s Indian Band) is seeking a selfmotivated and highly organized individual to fill the position of Community and Economic Development Assistant to work directly with the Director of Community & Economic Development and the Band’s Corporate Division to handle a wide variety of administrative functions in order to grow and sustain ?aq’am’s economic and community strategic plan.

The Community and Economic Development Assistant (the “CEDA”) is responsible for supporting the Director of Community & Economic Development through various tasks including critical administrative and financial management support tasks such as grant writing, reporting, meeting coordination, note-taking, corporate file management, and document drafting/editing.

Other duties will include ?aq’am and its Corporate Division communications, Corporate Division Board support and correspondence, project and bid/quote coordination, as well as assisting the Director with specific and ad hoc reporting, project management, communications and strategic planning procedures.

Academic Preparation, Experience, & Competency: • Satisfactory completion of grade 12 mandatory • Post-secondary education in Office Administration, Business Administration, or other relevant field certificate and 1 to 3 years related experience • Or 5 years related experience • Good grant writing experience and knowledge • Strong computer skills including advanced knowledge of Microsoft-based software and other applicable software programs • Highly motivated self-starter capable of managing and prioritizing multiple time sensitive projects and priorities • High degree of professionalism when interacting with internal and external colleagues and partners • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Familiarity with federal, provincial, or municipal government agencies and regulations • Previous experience working with a First Nation’s organization, and knowledge and appreciation of the culture, values and political objectives of the ?aq’am Community would be a definite asset • Must undergo Criminal Records Check • Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence and dependable transportation Remuneration: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and includes a favourable benefits package and pension plan.

Please submit your cover letter and resume marked “confidential” to: Jan Bailey, Human Resources Manager ?aq’am (St. Mary’s Band Administration) 7470 Mission Road, Cranbrook BC, V1C 7E5 Email: jbailey@aqam.net Fax: 250-426-8935 Closing Date: Friday, May 8th, 2015 by 4:30 pm MT (applications received after this deadline will not be considered) Thank you to all applicants who apply however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Part time caregiver for SCI, morning shifts, must be reliable & have own transportation. Send resume to riverbendstable@gmail.com Tri-Kon Precast Products Ltd. is searching for 1, maybe 2 people who are looking for laborer positions. Competitive wages. Resumes may be submitted to Tri-Kon’s office located at 601 Patterson Street West, Cranbrook, BC. Wanted: experienced cleaner, must be bondable, for short term project. Must have own transportation. Call for more info, (250)919-4511

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(250)489-2697 Four serviced lawnmowers, starting at $65. Call (250)4172040 “Kootenai Why Stories”, Frank Linderman, $15. “East Kootenay Chronicles”, David Scott & Edna Hanic, $10.

“Tales of the Windermere”, Winifred Ariel Weir, $20. “The Kootenai Puzzle”, H.D. Smiley, $50. “40 Years in Canada”, Samuel B. Steele, $45. “The Flathead Indians”, John Fahey, $40. “The Buffalo Head”, R.M. Patterson, $45.

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For qualifications/competencies & full position description, please visit our website at: www.akisqnuk.org Interested applicants may submit a letter of application and resume to: Wendy Cullum, Senior Administrative Officer 3050 Hwy 93/95, Windermere, BC V0B 2L2 or by email or fax: wcullum@akisqnuk.org Fax: 250-342-9693 ✱Deadline for submissions: Fri, May 15, 2015 – 4:30pm.

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Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Real Estate

Rentals

Transportation

Fruit & Vegetables

Heavy Duty Machinery

Misc. for Sale

For Sale By Owner

Mobile Homes & Parks

Seasonal Accommodation

Cars - Domestic

FRESH ASPARAGUS NOW AVAILABLE Sutcliffe Farms Creston, BC Place your order to ensure availability NEW and ONLY pick-up location 1252 Indian Road (off Lower Wynndel Rd) 250-428-2734

Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014 Craftsman EZ3 Ride on yard tractor, 15.5 hp, 6-spd transaxle, 42â&#x20AC;? mower, ex. cond., new battery, $700 firm.

Call (250)489-3563

Furniture Solid Oak kitchen/dining room table & chairs, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x3-1/2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; table, 6 padded solid Oak chairs, $600 obo. (250)489-2428

Heavy Duty Machinery

710B JD Extend A back hoe, slides & cylinders have been repaired, digging & clean up buckets 80%, detachable, no tractor, digging depth 23â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $2500 (250)417-6536

MODEL BOATS Handmade, radio controlled. 250-352-2419

Medical Supplies

Pool, above ground, 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; steel frame, Intex automatic salt water filter & pump, regular filter pump, complete with accessories & instructions, $500. (250)426-7117

Lift recliner, burgundy, electric w/battery back up, new cond., rarely used, paid $1195 (with receipt), asking $650.

Call (250)427-3523

A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;53â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; containers as low as $2,200.

Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Composted manure, top soil, bark mulch, lava, pond boulders, flagstone & stackers, delivery available (250)421-7399

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale

Misc. for Sale Affordable Steel Shipping Containers for sale/rent 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; & 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Kootenay Containers Castlegar 250-365-3014

INFRA-RED THERMAL INSPECTION â&#x20AC;˘ Detects pests without tearing open walls & ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Detects moisture & air leaks that attract pests â&#x20AC;˘ Certified & Licensed â&#x20AC;˘ Money Back Guarantee

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Only one left! RV lot for lease at Kristina Creek Resort, fully serviced, games, trails & swimming pool.

See www.kristinacreek.ca or call (250)424-5403

Two large Char Broil heavy duty cast iron briquette BBQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, very good condition. Coffee table & two matching end tables, bevelled glass tops, like new.

La-Z-Boy recliner, teal blue, excellent condition. Set of ladies TNT left handed golf clubs, barely used. Best offer on all. (250)489-4492

Wanted

t.laboucan.avirom@gmail.com aviromd@yahoo.com

Dovetail cabin shells, made from lodge pole pine, 18x22x10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; high, comes with upper Mortised floor joists, $11,000. Call Dalton (250)4280108

Antlers, Horns,

All Kinds, Taxidermy Kelly, (250)426-6993 kubiwest@telus.net For Sale Two refrigerated drink machines, or trade for 2000 watt generator.

1 (250)427-7786

Misc. Wanted Antlers Wanted,

Sheds & Sets, Elk & Deer.

Call Rick 250-422-3444 Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antique Native Art, Estates + Chad: 778-281-0030 in town.

Musical Instruments

Only $15,000

Call James 250-417-5257 RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca

Shared Accommodation ROOMS for rent in Cbk, incl util. Must be working or college student, $400 & $430.

Available immediately.

(250)426-2479

Suites, Lower 1-bdrm suite in Cbk, F/S, W/D, covered parking, n/s, n/p, no parties, $800/mth inc. util. (250)581-0952

Transportation

Antiques / Classics 1957 Studebaker truck, runs well, new paint, $8000 obo.

(250)464-1286 (250)489-2265 1963 Plymouth Belvedere, push button control, please make me an offer. (250)4268307

1985 Thunderbird Elan V6 Automatic 78,500 km No rust excellent condition $5,500 OBO (250)421-7054 1992 Toyota Corolla Wagon, new alternator, new winter & summer tires all on rims, newer muffler, well maintained, 277,000 km, $1400. Call (250)428-5624

1993 Toyota Corolla FOR PARTS,

Acreage REDUCED!

Condo in Creston, BC, adult complex, 2-bdrm, 2-bath, w/d, f/s,dishwasher, beautiful view, $219,000.

(250)417-7072 or (250)489-4456

New subdivision coming summer 2015

1-866-539-1230

Olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Blue 1954 International Off frame. Restored: motor, paint, no rust.

Lots of fun & money invested ($15,000) Asking only $8500 for a new toy (250)417-1418

Auto Accessories/Parts

www.crestonvalley.com/ property/rennich/index.php

Kootenays

Sporting Goods

1-866-539-1230

New subdivision coming summer 2015

Lots

www.funhogz.com 417-2828

RV Lots for sale on Kootenay Lake located on the west arm two kilometres from the Balfour Ferry, prices starting at $65,000. Call 1-877-352-9172, email zane@balfourresort.com or visit balfourresort.com

Furniture

Furniture

Consignment Sporting Goods

Good condition.

Already disassembled and ready for shipping.

1979 Chev Malibu Classic, 2-dr, new: engine, paint, headers, top end cam & lifters, ex. cond., asking $5500. Call after 5pm, (250)426-5498

Rentals

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

917 Kootenay St. N., Cranbrook

2024 McPhee Rd, Cranbrook, BC â&#x20AC;˘ (250) 489-6131

2 storey approx 10 yr old cabin 4 km from Ashram, Riondel, beach and golf course. Needs: elec., plumbing, H2O pipe or well, insulation, cabinets.

On 2.8 nicely treed acres. Good bench(es) for building second home with lakeview. Appraised at $170,000 but old vendor is quite flexible.

Great starter home especially for handy person(s).

Call : 780-566-0707 or : 780-222-2996 or

1975 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x48â&#x20AC;&#x2122; double wide

Holiday trailer or rent. Fully serviced & set up at Kristina Creek Resort. Sleeps 4, ideal for young family, games, trails & swimming pool. See www.kristinacreek.ca or call (250)424-5403

"We make your house a home."

Rare opportunity to purchase private 150 acres 5 minutes from Cranbrook BC. Borders crown land on 3 sides.

Mixture of timber and fields.

Not in the ALR zoned RR60.

Serious inquiries only, $675,000.

250-489-9234

Apt/Condo for Rent Quiet downtown location, 1bdrm apt in Cranbrook, $650/mo, inc. all utilities, adults only, n/s, n/p, references required, available June 1.

(250)919-3744 Sparwood 1 bdrm condo, @ Mtn. Air Chalets - furn or not inc util, w/deck, no pets, $700 + DD Call 403-616-6467 or 403-474-3926.

WILSHIRE Apartments, central location, incl heat, hot water, games room, sauna, n/p, n/s, n/parties, 2-bdrm units, $725-$800. 1-bdrm, $650. Call 250-417-7379

1993 Toyota Corolla FOR PARTS,

has some rust, only starts once in a while, 165,400 km, blue color, GAS PEDAL IS ON THE LEFT SIDE, asking $500 obo.

Please call (250)919-7797 4 Firestone winter tires, 195/65R15 4-bolt mounted on steel rims, off of Chev Cobalt, should fit any Chev or Sunfire, used 1 month, $500 firm.

(250)427-3477 Four 205/60R16 Goodyear Nordic winter tires on 5-hole universal mag wheels, Nitrogen, balanced. Used one season, ex. cond., $450 firm.

(250)489-2100 (250)421-0020

has some rust, only starts once in a while, 165,400 km, blue color, GAS PEDAL IS ON THE LEFT SIDE, asking $500 obo.

Please call (250)919-7797 1997 Camaro 30th Anniversary Edition, black, V6, auto, loaded, 30,000km on new motor, $4700 obo. (250)428-7454 1998 Subaru Forester AWD, well maintained, new timing belt, battery, windshield, no rust, 220,000 km, $5000.

(250)346-3378 2001 Grande Am, 5-spd, 4cyl, 194,000 km, sunroof, silver, good tires, 2-dr, $2300 obo.

(250)426-0535 or (250)421-0551 2002 Chevrolet Impala, 4-dr, runs great, fully loaded, leather, sunroof, good tires, 270,000 km, $2500 obo.

(250)489-1521 (250)464-9997

2002 Honda Accord Coupe, V6, loaded, 156,000km, new W/S tires on alloy rims, towing package, immaculate, senior driven, $6500.

(250)427-2258

Beaters under $1000

Homes for Rent 813 Baker Street, Cranbrook, BC t

Fri, May 1, 5pm-8pm, Sat & Sun, May 2 & 3, 8:30am-2pm, 717 7th St S, household & tools downsizing & moving sale.

Huge Estate Sale. Finally Bill Letcher has retired. Sat & Sun, May 2 & 3, 9am-3pm, 2704 37th St S, Gold Creek area, tools, antlers, vehicles, collectibles, furniture, household, machinery.

Sat, May 2, 10am-4pm, 212 Higgins St, Kimberley, miscellaneous household Sat May 2, 8-12, 1800 Mt Nelson Cres, Multi family.

Sat, May 2, 9am-1pm, 229 4th Ave S., miscellaneous, camping, household

Sat, May 2, 9am-1pm, 318 1st Ave S., in alley. Bike racks, fishing gear, tools, CDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, books, household items.

Sat, May 2, 9am-1pm, 415 14th Ave S, alley, tools, canoe, auto parts, plumbing, electrical, household Sat & Sun, May 2 & 3, 9am3pm, 711 14th Ave S. Sat & Sun, May 2 & 3, 9am4pm, 1986 Kokanee Crescent North Yard Sale, Sat, May 2, 8am2pm, Sun, May 3, 8am-1pm, 412 13th Ave S.

TRY A CLASSIFIED AD

Commercial/ Industrial Property

Commercial/ Industrial Property

Equipment for Hire Mainroad will be doing there Spring Grading and Dust Control in the Cranbrook area. Contact Willy Sissons, CBK Rd Foreman, for scheduling your grading and dust control needs and possibly avoid roading costs.

Telephone (250) 417-4624 ext: 1514 or (250) 417-6794

3-bdrms, 2 full baths, all appliances, newer modular w/fenced yard, 8x10 storage shed, $1200/m, references required. (250)421-8976 CRESTON 2 bdrm home w/single car garage in 55+ community - #30 - 310 6th Avenue South. Very clean.

W/D & kitchen appliances included. Utils extra. $950 monthly. 1 yr. lease. Refs. required. Call 1(306)222-3563.

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

1993 Toyota Corolla FOR PARTS,

has some rust, only starts once in a while, 165,400 km, blue color, GAS PEDAL IS ON THE LEFT SIDE, asking $500 obo.

Please call (250)919-7797

Cars - Domestic

Seasonal Accommodation For rent: 2 RV Moyie River front lots, fully serviced, side by side, 100x40, at 3 Valley Resort in Yahk, BC, $1000/year each including services. Email for more info: green_thumb_lina@hotmail.com

1966 Chrysler Windsor, partially restored, $7000 obo.

(250)429-3937

2002 Merc Cougar 2.5L V6, Std, almost new, rebuilt front to back, ex. cond., very fast, $5000 Too many details to list.

(250)489-1956

2002 PT Cruiser Chrysler, 5-spd std, 43,000 km, air, p/w, no rust., $2000. 1994 Mazda Miata, 72,000 miles, auto, hard & soft top. 2000 Ford Explorer, no rust, 3-spd auto., $2000. (250)428-4775 2002 Toyota van, must sell, offers. (250)426-8307 2005 Ford Mustang, 72,000km, 5-spd manual, $8900 obo. (250)426-9735 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, 120,000 km, summer & winter wheels, air, $6500 obo.

(250)427-7153

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Real Estate

Real Estate

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Transportation

Mortgages

Mortgages

Cars - Domestic

Motorcycles

Recreational/Sale

Sport Utility Vehicle

Transportation

Trucks & Vans 2007 F150, 4x4, 133,000 km, red with matching canopy, immaculate cond., trailer tow package, has all service records, can be seen at Mister Tire in Cranbrook, $15,500.

(250)426-9606

Real Estate East Kootenay Realty

Open Houses SCAN HERE

for a map of our

OPEN HOUSES

Cranbrook â&#x20AC;˘ Saturday, May 2

9:30 - 10:30am 1048 16th Ave S

Great Starter Home! New kitchen, 3 bdrms, 2 baths.

$264,900

Linda Stuckey

10:00 - 11:00am 1903 Staple Dr

Location is great for this 4+1 bdrm home close to Kootenay Orchards.

$449,900

Shelley Simon

11:00am - 12:00pm 142 - 2100 13th St S

2007 Mazda 3 Sedan Manual transmission After market LED Spyder headlights Kenwood CD/ DVD deck Bluetooth compatible.

Excellent condition.

Very clean. One owner. $7500 (250)919-7788

HD Sportster factory custom, 5400 km, (250)426-7710

Cars - Sports & Imports 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. Auto, A/C, PW, PL. 170,000km. Asking $9000. Call 250-919-7836 2008 Mazda 5, auto, 6 passenger, loaded, 180,000 km, absolutely immaculate, $7777.77. (250)426-7354

Orchard Park! Immaculate 3 bdrm, 3 bath, finished up & down.

Commercial Vehicles

Linda Stuckey

45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Commercial transport van, heated, new 24.5 rubber, $5000. (250)489-8794

$414,900

11:00am - 12:00pm 140 - 2100 13th St S Beautifully finished home in Orchard Park.

$405,000

Linda Stuckey

11:30am - 12:30pm 100 24th Ave N

Renovated 3 bedroom home backing onto golf course.

$349,900

Shelley Simon

Saturday, May 2nd 1:00 - 2:30pm $322,000 to $389,000

New, Energy Efficient and Affordable. All prices include GST, appliances & fenced yard.

Homes by Living Stones Development.

1518 21A Avenue South $322,000

1400 sq.ft. finished, 3 bdrms, carport & ready to move into.

1420 21st Avenue South $359,900 No renovations needed because it's brand new! 3 bdrms, double garage.

1424 21st Avenue South $369,900 Over 1400 sq.ft. finished.

No need for upgrades when you buy new!

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

25 - 10th Ave. S. Cranbrook 250-426-8211 1-866-426-8211 385 Wallinger Ave., Kimberley 250-427-0070 1-866-427-0070 YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LINE

1-800-680-4264

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1200 mint.

Off Road Vehicles

2008 Dodge Charger RT, 5.7L, 85,000km, one owner, summer driven only, $18,500.

(250)417-7163 2008 Pontiac Grande Prix, V6, 1 owner, no rust, no dents, 111,000 km, $9500. Call (250)427-7094 (250)427-8758 2008 Toyota Yaris, 4-dr, 5-spd standard, new front tires & bearings, runs well, 212,000 km, $3300 obo.(250)421-8976 2009 Pontiac G5, 4-dr, manual, FWD, 97,390 km, ex. cond., $7000. (250)489-5392 2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring GLS 4-cylinder, 4-spd auto, block heater, new windshield, air, cruise, mud flaps, seats-5, CD/AM/FM, 4-new winter tires on rims, 4-summer tires on rims, no accidents, one owner & well maintained, only 85,300 km, $11,500 obo. (250)4223469

Motorcycles

1996 Yamaha Big Bear 350 quad, plow, winch, $4000.(250)423-0328 2010 850 4x4 Polaris Sportsman Touring, c/w winch, windshield, back box, extra set of tires & rims, handle bar warmer & tracks, asking $8500 with tracks or $6500 without.

(250)529-7434 2010 Dinli Centhor, red, 700cc ATV, trunk, wench, 500km, $5500. (250)428-7305

1999 Frontier 22.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; sleeps 6, full kitchen, 6-person dinette, full lounge, 4pc. bath, excellent condition, new awning, $7900 (250)489-1833 1999 Jayco Litehawk 21BH, rear bunks, U-shape dinette, stereo, 4400lbs, awning, F/S, oven, very clean, no leaks, $7000. (250)489-0446 2003 23â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Westwind camper, sleeps-6, Jack & Jill beds, solar panel equipped, clean, outside shower, asking $7000.

(250)427-5987 2005 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Holiday trailer, equipped with solar panels, 285 watts, 2000 watt inverter, large slide w/awning, dual wheels, mint cond., $16,000 obo. (250)342-6805 2006 Pioneer Holiday Trailer 19â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, air, walk around queen bed, awning, $8000. Call (250)426-0252

Recreational/Sale 1978 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Prowler, good cond., $1900. (250)427-3300 1979 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Terry trailer, good cond., fully contained, awning, sleeps-6+, $2800. (250)4210435 1991 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rustler, Jack & Jill bunks, front kitchen, fold out couch, air, full bath, new water pump, newer HW tank, new battery, sleeps-6, $5500 obo.

(250)426-5653

1991 Dodge Ram Cummins diesel & 2010 Adventure camper.

140 watt solar panel, television, skylight, surround sound stereo system inside & out. $24,999 obo for both.

(250)427-6806

1982 Honda Interstate Goldwing, 1100cc, A1 shape, 62,372km, inc. trailer, asking $5500. Henry, (250)428-3545 1990 BMW K-1, 1000cc, rare model, red & yellow, flat four, 4 valves per cylinder, fuel injection, stainless steel exhaust, new Michelin radials, 55,000 km, $4500 obo. Must be seen! (250)426-8408 2004 Black Honda Rukas scooter, 50cc, low mileage, $1500. (250)417-9976 2004 Vulcan 2000, 2053 cu.cm of power & torque, if you are searching for the most powerful cruiser in mint cond., this is it! $7900. (250)2316720 Kimberley 2004 Yamaha Roadstar 1700, ex cond, 40,000km, lots of extras including Stage II upgrade, $8400. (250)489-2474 2008 750 Honda Shadow, 16,823 km, c/w windshield, saddle bags, sissy bar, engine guard & bike cover, ex. cond., $6000. (250)529-7724 2009 Honda Goldwing, nav, audio, CB, other extras, call in evenings, (250)428-4301 2011 HONDA CRF230F w/riding gear, low km, 10 hrs approx riding time, $4800. 1 (250)426-3606

1992 Jayco tent trailer, sleeps-6, f/s, good cond, $2200 obo. (250)421-8976 1992 Terry 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, sleeps-6, rear walk around bed, appliances good working cond, newer fridge & awning, $4800.

(250)428-7208 1997 Vanguard Wrangler 5th wheel, 26â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, hitch included, asking $8000. (250)426-5535 1998 Kustom Koach 5th Wheel, 27.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, like new, original owners, never smoked in, used 2 weekends, slide-out, air, awning, furnace, gas/electric fridge, loaded w/options, paid $51,900, reduced to $13,500 obo. (250)427-4435 1999 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Salem 5th Wheel, slide, loaded, $6900. Call (250)422-3217 1999 29-1/2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fleetwood Storm Class A, good cond., from Arizona, 451 C.I., 34,000 miles, queen bed in rear, $16,000 obo. 1976 Class C Dodge 17â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Tioga, 318 C.I., fiberglass body, like new tires, good running cond., $3000 obo.

(250)428-4775 or (250)4894688 2008 Pioneer 19â&#x20AC;&#x2122; trailer, ex. cond., barely used, $13,500.

(250)421-3885

Vehicle Lease / Rent

Vehicle Lease / Rent

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Real Estate

2006 Yamaha V Star 650 Silverado Classic, 9459km, saddle bags, windshield, sissy bar, halogen headlight, bike cover, electric vest (new never used), $5800.

(250)489-4532

Renting Quality Cars At Great Prices

â&#x20AC;˘ compacts â&#x20AC;˘ full size â&#x20AC;˘ mini vans â&#x20AC;˘ mid size â&#x20AC;˘ 15 passenger vans â&#x20AC;˘ moving trucks Providing superior value by offering outstanding service along with high quality, clean and dependable vehicles at affordable prices.

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

2009 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Salem f/s, furnace, c/w hitch, sleeps-6, awning, $9999 firm.

(250)489-4276 2009 Keystone Hideout 23RKS with slide, walk around queen, 2 entries, ex. cond., $13,500. (250)422-9321 or (250)421-9328 2011 Coleman 26-1/2â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lite CT250GS travel trailer, walk around queen bed, ducted air & heat, slide has couch, sink & stove, 1/2 ton towable, power awning, hard wall siding, $17,500. 1(250)402-6717 2011 Lance camper 1181, slide out, full bathroom, winter package, solar, loaded, like new, $28,800 obo. (250)4269832

2012 Creekside 22RB, walk-around bed, couch, oven, MW, large bathroom, day/night blinds, 30 lb propane tanks, black tank flush, solar panel, p/awning, new battery, 3-yrs left on EXTENDED WARRANTY, $19,800.

(250)489-1645 2014 Cougar Travel Trailer, 19â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, with large slide, most options inc. power awning, as new, $24,500. (250)427-0728 35â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Toy hauler, has 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122; garage, sleeps 8-10, $16,000.

Two 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; campers, both have fridge, stove, furnace, one has bathroom, $1200 & $3000.

Good clean units, Call (250)428-9759 Reduced by $1200. Camping & Hunting. Truck & camper, rebuilt motor, trans, drive shaft, 8000lb winch, new water pump, alternator, power steering pump, master cylinder, shocks, 3-way fridge, stove, heater, many more, asking $4700, may consider trades.Call Ray,(250)489-5038

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Very Good Condition!

Many Upgrades Call for info (250)426-7988 1999 Chev Blazer SUV, good cond., 239,263km, 4WD, auto, sunroof, 31 10.50 R15 LT tires, clean, V6, $4000 obo.

(250)427-3040 (250)427-6376 2000 4-Runner, 3.4L, V6 standard, 5-spd, running boards, sunroof, tow package, new clutch, 372,000km, 2nd owner, $4200. Dave, (250)489-0999

2011 Chev Traverse LT, 60,000km, AWD, 8-passenger, 2-1/2 yrs left on extended warranty, never winter driven, ex. cond., $25,500.

(250)342-6968 Windermere

Trucks & Vans 1984 S10 Blazer, 4x4, 350 V8, 700 rear transmission, 9 bolt Curry rear end, $6000.

(250)427-7094 1993 Chev Silverado 1500 Ext cab 2x4, 350 cu.in., 4-spd auto, hard cover, running boards, Michelins, tow package, 288 K, runs great, $2400 obo.

(250)402-6043 Creston 1994 K.W. T800. 500hp N14 Cummins,46000lb Rockwell 410â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s,Big 6 suspension. Excellent appearance, low hours, reliable. $29,500.

1986 PARPAC tri-axle wagon, Offers. Certified.

2000 PEERLESS pole trailer $4,000 certified.

Call 250.428.5610 or 250.254.2441 Dave 1998 Ford F150 4x4, 4.2L, 5-spd, 170,000km, shortbox, canopy, $6000 obo. Call (250)428-9884 1999 Dodge Dakota, V6, 5-spd, 4x4, good runner, $4500. (250)423-0328 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad cab 4x4, $5200 obo. Call (250)426-8032 2000 Dodge Ram 2500 diesel, 24 valve, loaded w/leather, good shape, 200,000km, $11,800. Leave message at (250)829-0773 or call (250)421-7133 2002 Dodge Dakota 4x4, 4.7L, auto, 205,000km, 4-dr, air, very clean, $6900 obo.

(778)517-5084 2004 GMC Sierra SLE 2500, 6.6 Duramax, 4-dr Ext cab, fully loaded, auto, 342,000 km, ex. shape, clean interior & body, 1 season on new winter tires, $12,400 with topper, $11,800 without. (250)4231377 2006 Chev Silverado 2500HD Ext. cab 4x4, includes aluminum bullboard, drybox, stainless steel stepbars & 4 winter tires on rims, only 122,000km, $18,500 obo. (250)426-5987 2006 Ford F150 Supercab, 4x4, p/w, air, new rubber, clean, $14,000. Leave message, (250)427-5162 2006 GMC 2500 HD 4x4, V8, auto, a/c, 260,000km, well maintained, receipts for new parts, $15,000. (250)426-8591

Snowmobiles 2005 Arctic Cat M7, $3500 obo. (250)489-2877

Sport Utility Vehicle 1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 engine. 4DR 4X4 green with PS/PB/Power windows, cruise control, winter rated tires, trailer hitch. In excellent condition with 330,000 Km . $4800 OBO 250-430-7446 2002 Explorer Limited, V8, w/trailer tow package, ex. cond., $5500. (250)426-7354

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largest refining complex on the U.S. Gulf Coast.”

The Fort Hills oil sands project has three limited partners: Teck (20%), Total E&P Canada (39.2%) and Suncor (40.8%), the developer and operator. Fort Hills has an estimated proved plus probable reserve of 3.07 billion barrels of bitumen as of December 31, 2014. The project is scheduled to produce first oil as early as Q4 2017 and achieve 90% of its planned production capacity of 180,000 bpd of bitumen within

12 months. Teck’s share of production is expected to be 36,000 bpd (13 million barrels per year) of bitumen.

As previously announced the Fort Hills partners and Enbridge have entered into long term transportation agreements for the delivery of diluent from Edmonton and blended bitumen to Hardisty.

The forward-looking statements in this news release are based on certain assumptions.

Assumptions regarding connection with markets are based on assumptions that suffi-

cient transportation for Teck’s bitumen product is available at a reasonable cost. Production timing and rate are based on the approved project development plan and the assumption that the project will be developed and operated in accordance with that plan. Forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, levels of activity and achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking

information. Risks, uncertainties and factors include, among others, unanticipated decline in general economic conditions, lack of transportation infrastructure, unexpected risks in the construction of the project, risk that the development and operation of the Fort Hills project may not occur in the manner currently contemplated and the results of such development may not be as currently anticipated and risks that resource estimates may prove incorrect.

BC Mining Week 2015

We Salute Teck Coal on their operations and continued community support

Did you Know: Mining Facts Direct jobs in the Elk Valley: 3500 Worksafe B.C. statistics show that the mining industry is the safest heavy industry in BC. Coal represents a third of the industrial traffic at the Port of Vancouver, the largest port in Canada.

Mining is one of the highest paid industrial sectors nationwide.

The coal stocks of southern British Columbia and Alberta are among the richest in Canada.

Major minerals produced in BC (as a % of Canada’s production): Coal

(66%); Copper (40%); Silver (50%); Gold, Lead, Molybdenum & Zinc.

Canada is one of the worlds leading mining countries.

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May 3-9, 2015 Tribute to Teck

Teck one of most sustainable corporations Teck Resources Limited has been recognized as one of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations for the third consecutive year by media and investment research company Corporate Knights. Teck was the top-ranked mining company worldwide and the second-ranked

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Canadian company on this year’s Global 100 list.

“This ranking is the direct result of the hard work of employees across Teck, who are committed to doing

the right thing for the environment, for communities and for future generations,” said Don Lindsay, President and CEO. “At Teck, we know that mining and mineral products

can make a significant contribution to improving the quality of life for people around the world. Our focus is on see Sustainable page 15

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ensuring that we develop resources in a way that is environmentally and socially responsible, and creates real benefits for society.”

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The City of Fernie is proud to support National Mining Week.

May 3-9, 2015 Mining is vital to our local economy and quality of life and creates a positive future for our citizens.

Every day, we use products derived from the mineral resources of the earth, it is hard to imagine life without these products.

Not only is mining an important part of our history, it is essential to our future.

Cheers to the men and women who work in the mining industry!

From the Council & Staff of the City of Fernie.

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Mining apprenticeship at College of the Rockies The Mining Apprenticeship Program (MAP) is a College of the Rockies partnership with the Elk Valley Mining Industry to provide access to the Heavy Duty Mechanic and Electrical Trades through an innovative training and work placement model.

MAP is the first of its kind in BC! This is a local Industry initiative and idea that we are very excited about implementing. The sup-

port from companies in the Elk Valley make this educational opportunity possible. It is an innovative way to address Trades shortages locally and to produce qualified Heavy Duty Mechanics and Electricians.

Industry is excited about the potential for the program, which currently focuses on Heavy Duty Mechanics and Electricians but could be expanded to other Trades, if successful.

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“It’s a real opportunity for area residents who may be interested in starting a new Apprenticeship or completing their Apprenticeship, as there are a number of local people who have partially completed a Trade and need additional work hours and training to finish it,” said Darwin Robinson, Employee Relations Superintendent for Elkview Operations.

“The objective of the program is to train sufficient apprentices to Red Seal status to help meet the expected Trades skilled worker

shortages in our region.

Participating employers will continue their traditional Apprenticeship programs, but at the same time utilize this unique opportunity to provide additional training which in the past would have been lost,” said Robinson.

Eleven Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentices and eleven Electrical Apprentices have been indentured by the College at the first, second and third level. Technical training will be scheduled in Cranbrook at College of the Rockies.

This is a local initiative and it means Apprentices in the region who currently have to travel to Vancouver or other distant points for their technical training can do this training at home.

That means not being separated from their families, and lower costs to achieve their goals.”

This means College of the Rockies can provide more flexibility and more frequent Apprenticeship classes to meet overall Trades training needs throughout the region.

For more information on the MAP program contact: Russell Workun, Dean of Instruction, College of the Rockies (250) 4898224. rworkun@cotr. bc.ca

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GoGo Granny’s Glitz and Glamour

You’ve heard about it - why not attend the GoGo Granny’s Glitz and Glamour brunch and sale? This is the Granny’s biggest fund raising event of the year. This year will be the ninth year we have offered for sale gently used jewelry and accessories. Now, ladies know to come early to scope out what they want to buy when the sale starts! There is everything from a $5.00 to fine jewelry for sale.

We have a live auction

of some of our high end jewelry, a silent auction, and a hand made quilt as a door prize. Rose Augustine has made and donated a quilt for the last three years. She calls this years a ”Bright Batik” and it is as lovely as always. (Thank you Rose). The Heritage Inn supplies a light brunch and mimosa to get the party started.

All fundraising done by the GoGo Granny’s goes to the Stephen Lewis Foundation for the “Grandmother to

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We honour these grandmothers strength and tenacity.

This program is somewhat unique as the Stephen Lewis foundation does not have a one size fits all solution. Needs are met in individual villages for individual grandmothers. As Canadian Grandmothers, we are so fortunate to be able support this campaign and are truly making a difference.

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Happy Mother’s Day!

There’s no doubt that Mother’s Day is first and foremost a family celebration. A meal at a favourite restaurant, gifts, a family activity... there are many ways to treat mom and tell you how much you love her. In homes across the country, families look forward to celebrating their mothers each year. But isn’t it time that our society started to place more

value on motherhood and find ways to put more focus on the family?

On Mother’s Day, mothers should feel the admiration and recognition that they deserve, and know that if the day should ever come that they need society’s help, it will be there for them.

Being a mother is obviously a personal choice, but all of society benefits from this decision. After

all, what future would any society have without children? That’s why it is important for society to make choices that give mothers a decent quality of life and that prioritize the needs of families.

Unfortunately, poverty, violence, isolation, insecurity and overwork are often a real issue in many house- holds, particularly when women are left alone to take on all fam- ily responsibilities.

That’s why it is urgent for societies to find solutions to their problems.

Mother’s Day should be an occasion during which the contributions of mothers to society are given full honours.

Mothers do not count the hours of work they do for their families, and society should not count the tributes we pay to the courage, patience and dedication of these women.

Society owes a lot to its mothers. Let’s not forget to thank them!

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KES recently received a grant from BC Government House Foundation: Stewards of the Future to construct and place large birdhouses in the Cranbrook area. As a school, we designed the birdhouses, used Mt. Baker’s shop area to cut material, constructed and decorated the houses, and finally bussed out to the Cranbrook spray irrigation fields area to hang all 16 of the finished product.

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Birdhouse Picassos. only to cut and construct a finished product they could be proud of, but also to learn first-hand the effects of their efforts for wildlife in our local area.

They learned that because of the increased man-made ponds in this area, there is greater ecosystem diversity that attracts animals from small amphibians and turltles, to numerous bird species, and right up to large ungulate populations.

The larger size birdhouses we constructed will promote habitat and nesting of ducks, kestrels, small owl

species, woodpeckers and smaller songbirds.

Students also used GPS technology to map out the locations for future observation providing then with a foundation for wildlife research fieldwork.

Overall, the students had a rich, hands-on experience to see and understand how the different species in our area fit into the overall biodiversity of our beautiful corner of the world. We definitely plan to visit the new houses next year to see what has moved in!

Aboriginal Education Department This is a very exciting time for students at MBSS. We are busy following through with

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Two brave young ladies participated in the “Kootenay Birthing Congress” at the College of the Rockies on April 10, 2015. Quinn McKay and Kelly Quinn took on a quest to voice their perception and understanding of sexual health in young teens today. The young ladies took the stage like naturals and answered various questions ranging from their opinions to their personal experiences.

Well done ladies!

Kootenay Educational Services (KES), formerly known as the Mt. Baker Annex, is for students from grade 1012 needing a smaller site, a flexible schedule and an individualized program in a separate setting from Mt. Baker.

Staff members provide strong mentorship to students and assist them in setting realistic goals and educational programs to fit their needs. Part of the KES philosophy includes exra and cross-curricular experiences to promote healthy lifestyle choices, and positive community/education-

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school year. Our cultural evening at the Heritage was a huge success, with lots of families joining us for an evening of music and dance. Several stu-

dents took advantage of the non-instructional day at school, and took a course in Occupational First Aid at the College of the Rockies.

Everyone passed, and now are certified for three years. This will

Skills Canada Congratulations to the winners of the 2015 ​ Skills Canada Provincial Competition held in Abbotsford, BC on April 15th: Devon Kennedy & Brandon Ouillette for winning gold in TV/Video Production, Ravindu Ranasinghe, Adam Webster & Joshua Zamoura for winning the gold metal in robotics and Cam Wilson, Noah Marasco & Brennan Weaver for winning silver in robotics. The gold winning teams will advance to the national competitions!

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Last week, students Elders, and staff members from the Alternate School as well as the main campus of Mount

Baker, are taking a road trip to Smashed In Head Buffalo Jump Historic Site – this is sure to be a fantastic learning experience.

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We will be keeping you posted about what we are up to, it seems like the rest of the school year is going to fly by, and we have lots to do!

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This is your chance to help an endangered species. Join us for the annual juvenile sturgeon release event!

The sturgeon aquaculture program is coordinated by Kootenai Tribe of Idaho with funding from Bonneville Power Administration. The release event is coordinated by the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program, with support from the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, Ktunaxa Nation Council, Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area, FortisBC, and the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. For more information contact the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program at 250-352-1300

Mount Baker is fervently getting ready to premier this season’s musical production, The Drowsy Chaperone. Originally a Canadian production, The Drowsy Chaperone is a true masterpiece of modern musical theatre. The cast is beginning to get butterflies as the show approaches, but only faith and good cheer are ringing through the air as they prepare to raise the curtain. Running from May 7th to May 10th at Key City Theatre, the production is sure to be a huge smash; Now you wouldn’t want to miss something like that, would you?

Upcoming events May 1st – Schools Not in Session May 5 – PAC Meeting 7:00pm – Library May 7 – Final Grad List Posted May 7 – “The Drowsy Chaperone” Production May 14/15 – Provincial Rewrites May 15 & 18 – Schools Not in Session Report Cards will be issued early May!

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For the past two weeks, we have been discussing new varieties of veggies that we are growing. We've covered cauliflower, eggplants, squash and pumpkins. If you missed these find some old copies of the papers or visit our webpage at www.topcrop.biz. This week I'm going to tell you about some of the new tomato varieties we will have this year. Don't worry, we have have all of the old regulars, like beefsteak, early girl, roma, and sweet 100. We still have the famous Tumbler tomatoes as well as the crazy sweet Tommachios. To give you more choices, we have added a few new ones to spice things up!.

1. Tomato "Orange Wellington" These smooth, orange heavy weights are plump and firm. They are considered meaty and dense, they are nearly seedless. These are indeterminate, extremely hardy and very prolific. They are ready mid to late season.

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Named for the fairytale character, plants produce unique long, cascading trusses with up to 40 tomatoes per truss. Very flavourful, bright red 3/4 of an inch fruit that are about one ounce each. Extremely sweet. Will need something to grow on or be staked as these beauties can get up to 12 feet tall. It will be interesting to see how these compare to our famous Tomacchios....if you grow these let us know what you think.

Just in case you are wondering what an indeterminate tomato is, this simply means that it will continue to bloom, produce fruit and ripen fruit throughout the summer or fall months, until the end of the season. Determinate tomatoes produce large crops of tomatoes at one time and the fruit will ripen in about two weeks of each other. Both varieties serve a purpose, but I prefer to get tomatoes all season.

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Things to See & Do Slugs: To Mayor and Council Members that are looking like the council of 40 years ago, no vision with respect to the old Fire Hall.

Slugs: To the Downtown Business Association for not getting behind the Arts Council that would bring much needed economic spin off to the downtown.

Hugs: To the Cranbrook and District Arts Council for having a vision for our community with the old fire hall.

Hugs: To the special interest groups such as Cranbrook Farmers Market, the Board of Cranbrook Railway Museum and the Board for the Fort Steele Society, that continue to be vibrant in our community, hate to think what would have happened if you did not have vision in the past.

Slugs: To those residents that

think fixing all the roads will take our community into the future. Are we to be a City of great roads but no downtown businesses?

Hugs: Big hugs to the person(s) who put up the “Fraggle Rock” sign on the rock along the highway. Jim Henson would smile as I do when I see the sign replaced annually!

Hugs: To the women who were picking up garbage on the highway and Rotary Drive in Kimberley on Wednesday…… thank you!

Hugs: To the pretty gal at the East Kootenay Hospital who took care of me in the lab late afternoon, Tuesday April 21st.

You are such a lovely young woman. From the lady who loved your eyeliner.

Hugs: To the gentleman who took my donation of clothes from me at the drop off centre

at the Salvation Army. You were so busy with no end in sight, boxes stacked everywhere and you took a few minutes to chat with me and thank me for coming by. You truly are one nice guy!

Hugs: Big hug to Bryce at Walmart for excellent customer service regarding a mistake in procedure, sincerely a customer from Fernie.

Hugs: To the lady at Subway who paid for my order when my debit card wouldn’t work.

Thanks so much, what a nice thing to do. I will be paying this forward. Very grateful and thankful.

Hugs: Big hugs to the Sun Valley Singers who performed a wonderful spring concert on the 18th. We enjoyed the rich harmonies presented & the repertoire was very entertaining. Congrats.

If you have a Hug or a Slug...we’d like to hear it. Simply email us at shannon@kootenayadvertiser.com with your short quips, compliments or complaints. We will print the anonymous submissions for all to see. Be honest, but all we ask is you keep it tasteful. Hugs and Slugs will be printed as space allows, if we miss yours check back next week and you will be bumped to the start of the list. You can also drop by a written submission to our office at 1510 2nd Street N. or call Shannon at (250)489-3455 or 1-800-665-2382

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

Jaffray United Church

With Jack Lindquist May 10 & 31st Pastor Jack Lindquist officiating *All services at 11 a.m. Jaffray United Church

EK Lutheran Parish

Calvary Chapel Cranbrook Sunday Service - 10:30 am

Pastor Fraser Coltman & Pastor Dave Morton Mt. Zion Cranbrook 920-11th St. S. Sunday Worship 10 am, Monday Workship 2:15 pm Holy Cross Kimberley 105 Howard Sunday Worship 10 am Trinity Fernie 691 - 4th Ave. Sunday Worship 1:30 pm Immanuel Elkford 2700 Balmer Dr. Sunday Worship 4 pm St. Peter’s Invermere 110-7th Ave. Sunday Worship 1:30 pm

Cranbrook United Church

Website: www.eklutheran.ca

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

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

#2 - 12 Ave. S. on the corner of Baker & 12th Phone: 250-426-2022 Fax: 250-426-2085 Rev. Frank Lewis Sunday Worship.......................... 10:00 am Sunday School 1st & 3rd, Children’s activites alternate weeks •www.cranbrookunited.com

Cranbrook Fellowship Baptist Church Affiliated with Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in Canada • Interim Pastor Helmut Strauss 2000-5th St. N., Cranbrook • 489-5169 Family Worship .......................... 10:30 am Sunday School ............................ 9:30am

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First Baptist Church

New Life Foursquare Church

Catholic Churches

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

308 10th Ave. South • 489-1057 Sunday Morning Worship • 10am Senior Pastor • Gordon Henry www.cranbrookfoursquare.com

Kimberley Pentecostal Church 8687 Hwy 95A, Kimberley • 250-427-4677 Pastor Ray Green Pre-Service Prayer * 9:30am Sunday Service & Children’s Church * 10am Everyone welcome King’s Cottage Clothing: Tues-Sat 10am-4pm

Pastor Kevin Ewaskow Sunday morning worship at 10:30am Children’s ministries at 10:30am 334 14th Ave S • 250-426-4319 www.fbccranbrook.org 250.426.4266

Christ the Servant 1100 – 14th Ave. S Saturday 5 PM & Sunday 9:30 AM St. Mary 39 – 10th Ave S Sunday 8 AM & 11 AM

St. Aidan Orthodox Church 201- 7th. Ave. S. • Phone: 250-489-0006 • www.saintaidan.ca

Divine Liturgy Service (English) 10:30 am Fellowship lunch and Sunday School to follow Fr. Andrew Applegate 250-420-1582

All are welcome to come in, see, listen, pray, and stay for lunch.

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2. Post your event online at www.kootenayadvertiser.com (calendar). Events appear on our website ONLY. If you wish your event to be published in the paper please submit to our front desk or email: lily@kootenayadvertiser.com 3. Notices are published as space permits and for the current week only.

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MAY April 5-May 17 Special

Gospel Services: Each

Sunday 3-4pm at the Girl Guides of Canada Hall, 1421-2nd St.S Cranbrook.

Contact 250-426-4791.

MAY 2

Kimberley Community Choir, “Earth, Wind & Water”, 7pm Kimberley United Church 10 Boundary St. Kimberley. Admission by donation ($10 suggested).

Kimberley Community Choir,”Earth, Wind & Water”, 7pm, Kimberley United Church, 10 Boundary St. $10 admission suggested.

May 2 & May 3 “How Can I Keep from Singing?”, presented by the Grand Forks Choral Society with the GFCS Jr Choir. Tickets available at Thistle Pot Gifts. All seats are $10 and available at

the door.Go to www. grandofrkschoralsociety.ca.

MAY 5

Barbecue by donation, Save-on More, 11am6pm. All proceeds to go to Jennifer to help with her expenses as she represents Canada at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio De Janeiro. Jennifer will also have tickets on sale for the Silent Auction Fundraiser at Colombo Lodge on June 13th. Jennifer will have a copy of her book “An Unexpected Miracle-Surviving Brain Injury” on sale.

Any question 250-4266595.

MAY 6

Kimberley Aquatic Centre Free public Swim, 5pm-6pm Sponsored by Grubstake Pizza.

MAY 8

May 8-9-Cranbrook Quilters’ Guild Quilt Show: Friday 12pm7pm, Saturday 10am4pm. 1200 Kootenay St.N (Alliance Church) $5 adults, $2 students, children under 12 Free.

Hundreds of quilts on display, silent auction, refreshments available. See www.cranbrookquiltersguild.ca for more information.

MAY 9

GO GO Grannies annual GLITZ AND GLAMOR fund raiser.

Light luncheon and lots of jewelry and women’s accessories. Tickets $25 per person and available at Lotus books or from your favourite Granny. For more info or to donate items, Cynthia 250-919-8253.

MAY 12

Discover the joy of sox. Sign up at the Cranbrook Library or call the Sox Lady 250426-7071.

Group Acoustic Guitar Lessons now available through Cranbrook Leisure Services. Tuesday and Thursdays 7-9pm.

May 12-June 4. For more information contact 250-489-0220 or cranbrook.ca/residents/leisure-services.

MAY 13

Go Go Grannies, “Chilcotin Ghosts”, 7pm at the College of the Rockies theatre.

Dan Hicks will illustrate the Chilcotin region. Admission by donation.

Fort Steele Cemetery Society -Clean Up Day at Fort Steele Cemetery 9am11:30am. Bring a rake and gloves.

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While visibility is pretty good from all angles, the Reverse Sensing System ($700) can always lend a helping hand.

Overall, I quite liked this sedan. The Focus is comfortable, compact and certainly has a convenient engine size for the city.

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