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(Left to right) Loblaw Vice President Dino Naccarato, City of Fernie Mayor Mary Giuliano, Salvation Army representative Dee Blanchard and Your Independent Grocer owner Ann Zweerink commemorate the official grand opening of Your Independent Grocer with a bread cutting ceremony. For the full story and more photos turn to page 2.

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fter an early morning robbery at the Spardell Mobile Home Park on Sunday, July 12, Elk Valley RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in their investigation.

Three unknown men wearing ski masks forced their way into a

Spardell residence and one man was carrying a firearm, Sgt. Will Thien said in a press release issued on Monday, July 13.

The suspect took the homeowner’s wallet and cell phone, fleeing the property in a late model extended cab tan coloured GMC truck.

The details of the suspects have been released.

The first suspect is a Caucasian

male, with a thin build, standing at approximately five feet six inches tall and believed to be 18 years old.

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Your Independent Stetski calls for an Grocer grand opening all-candidates debate and Salvation Army representative Dee Blanchard cut into.

Blanchard was on hand to receive a $1,000 donation from Zweerink to the Salvation Army.

The transition to a Your Independent Grocer was accompanied by expansions of several pre-existing departments including the bulk and deli sections of the store.

As well, the Your Independent Grocer owner Ann Zweerink presents Salvation Army representative Dee introduction of the Meals Blanchard with a cheque for $1,000.

To Go department will

Photo by S. Kucharski bring a line of ready-toeat meals for customer’s

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Free Press Staff “I’m excited to share the fresh offerings we’re going to be able to bring he official grand opening of Your to our customers,” said Zweerink.

Independent Grocer welcomed The first 150 customers through the shoppers in the early morning doors received a $10 gift card and on Friday, July 10. were some of the first to taste test the Undergoing a rebrand change from grocer’s newest products.

Extra Foods to Your Independent Giuliano was also on hand to speak Grocer, owner Ann Zweerink was on behalf of the city. proud to reopen the store’s doors after “I want to congratulate Ann on weeks of reorganization. the success of her business. I think “I want to thank my staff, everyone we’re all excited to see what the future has worked extremely hard. As well, holds,” said Giuliano. a lot of store development teams and The Fernie mayor also noted that the specialists have come in to help us store’s new exterior colours seamlessly with this transition,” said Zweerink, blend into the city’s official colour adding, “I would like to thank the scheme. community for their patience and “The new products offered are understanding during our renovation. something never before featured in I know it was tough.”

Fernie and really brings local shopping To mark the store’s grand opening, to a new level,” she said. a traditional ribbon was replaced by The rebranding has also added a several foot-long loaf of bread that roughly 30 new positions.

Zweerink, Mayor Mary Giuliano, Loblaw Vice President Dino Naccarato

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DP Candidate Wayne Stetski is calling for an all-candidates debate in eight communities in the region after Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks allegedly failed to attend all-candidates meetings in Cranbrook, Creston, Kimberley, Invermere and Revelstoke, amounting to a 43 per cent attendance rate during the 2011 federal election.

In a release addressed to the media and the three other Kootenay-Columbia candidates, Stetski highlighted Wilks’ poor attendance.

“In various communities, I have heard from some people that they consider it disrespectful of David [Wilks] not to show up in the communities in 2011,” Stetski said.

“David [Wilks] now has to account for his last four years as a Member of Parliament.”

Stetski’s proposed meetings would entail an all-issues debate in every major community including Revelstoke, Golden, Invermere, Kimberley, Cranbrook Fernie, Creston and Nelson.

In Stetski’s call to organize a forum, he suggested having a representative from each party work with debate organizers to set a date that would work for everyone.

Wilks, however, responded to Stetski’s release by stating,”What I would suggest is that the NDP candidate, rather than trying dictate how the campaign should go, should explain to Canadians’ how the NDP will be paying for all the programs that they are going to put forward and explain the tax increase that will come forward with them.”

The current MP noted that he is focusing on serving his constituents at this time, adding, “I get around. I don’t make a lot of publicity out of it because my job isn’t to get myself in the paper, my job is to get things done for constituents.”

In the upcoming weeks Wilks said he plans to travel across the riding, which includes travel plans to Creston, Nelson, Kaslo,

Golden, Radium Hot Springs, Kimberley and Yahk.

With Kootenay-Columbia being the second largest riding in Canada, Wilks noted that travelling from place to place can be challenging.

“It’s a challenge, it’s a very large riding,” Wilks admitted.

Liberal Party candidate Don Johnston agreed with Wilks, explaining that as an MP candidate in a 64,000 sq kilometer riding, travelling to each community can be difficult.

“It’s a real challenge to connect with people, so we think this is another important way to do it,” Johnston said in response to Stetski’s request to organize an all-candidate forum.

Green Party candidate Bill Green and Johnston said they would participate in the forum.

“We do believe that people in every community and riding should have an opportunity to meet all of the candidates and we are very much interested in the opportunity to speak to people in all of those communities,” Johnston said, noting that he has already visited several communities, including Fernie, where he met with Mayor Mary Giuliano on June 23 to discuss local issues.

Green also highlighted the value in hosting an all-candidate debate, stating, “I think that all-candidates debates are incredibly important. I think they’re one of the most valuable ways for voters to learn about what the policies and platforms of the different parties are and to learn about the candidates so they can make an informed decision.”

The Green Party candidate shared Stetski’s frustration in regards to attendance.

“If a candidate chooses not to participate then I think that’s something voters can take into consideration,” Green said, adding, “I think that we need to be thinking about more communities so that nobody has to drive more than 30 minutes to be able to attend an all-candidates forum.”

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Canyon mudslide Car wash hit and run closes access to Line Creek Milligan said that no injuries are being reported at this time and employees were transported mudslide on the even- from the mine site via an ing of Saturday, July 11 alternate road. resulted in the temporThe incident is currently under ary closure of Teck’s Line Creek investigation to assess the impact Operations of the slide main access and to clear road. the main “We won’t know more The slide was a c c e s s about the overall not related to road. effects of the slide until mining activity, “ W e the investigation is but was a w o n ’ t completed.” result of heavy know more rains over the about the Nic Milligan weekend that overall Manager of Community and hit the canyon effects of Aboriginal Affairs, Teck located just the slide past the gate until the of Line Creek’s property, according to investigation is completed, but Nic Milligan, manager of thankfully no workers were Community and Aboriginal injured during the event,” said Milligan.

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Upon leaving the business, the truck entered Bay 5, cutting the corner too closely and causing damage to the building’s doorframe as well as potential damage to the truck itself.

The driver of the truck is described as a female in her 40s, with short dark hair.

The passenger of the vehicle was an older female approximated to be 60-70 years of age.

On Friday, July 10, a truck damaged the Fernie Quality Car Wash and Security camera police are now looking for anyone with information on the driver. footage captured

Photo by K. Dingman the incident, but unfortunately not the

By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff truck’s license plates.

“The RCMP is asking that if anyone has any truck caused damage to Fernie Quality further information regarding this incident, or if Car Wash in a hit and run incident on the driver themselves would like to step forward, Friday, July 10. please do,” said Sgt. Will Thien.

The vehicle, described as a white Ford F-150 Thien approximated over $1,000 in damage is with white door handles, a large moon roof and observed at this time due to the incident, though tinted windows, was being washed in Bay 3 of official assessments are pending. the car wash.

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Frank J. Mitchell appoints interim vice principal

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fresh face has been welcomed to staff at Sparwood’s Frank J. Mitchell Elementary School.

Renee MacCormack was temporarily appointed to the viceprincipal position for the 2015/16 school year by the School District 5 (SD5) Board of Education.

A Sparwood native who returned to SD5 in 2012 following a teaching stint in Carbon, Alta., MacCormack

is excited to bring her focus of technology to her hometown’s students.

“In addition to her focus on academics, Renee encourages our students to be physically active,” said SD5 Board Chair, Frank Lento.

“Last year, she coordinated the EcoKids Challenge, encouraging students to walk or ride to school.

In the upcoming school year, Renee plans to begin a running club for students.”

MacCormack is replacing Barb Endicott for the position.

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a natural failure over time,” De Boon explained.

The buildup of logs floating in the lake’s waters was a result of the previously established White Spruce Saw Mills diverting their cut trees through Olivia Creek and into Hartley, utilizing the waters as a holding pond 100 years ago.

Fly Shop Owner and Elk River Guiding Company outfitter, Paul Samycia noted the effect of the dam bust on other local waters.

“The Elk River was dirty for a few days Hartley Lake recently dried up from natural occurrences.

Photo submitted by Paul Samycia because of all the mud,” Samycia said.

By Sarah Kucharski Fernie resident Patsy Caravetta recalled Free Press Staff memories of visiting the lake during his popular recreation spot for the last cen- childhood.

“I’ve been up to Hartley Lake thousands of tury, the contents of Hartley Lake have drained following a dam burst, which times. It was a nice place to go fish. You could caused damage to fields and forest service roads bring your family, your boat or your raft and stay there,” he reminisced. nearby.

In the early 90s, the Fernie Rod and Gun Club Conservation Officer Frank De Boon went to worked to restore the lake and its fish population. assess the lake on Friday, July 10.

The lake also used to serve as a campsite, “It appears that the dam has let go at the particularly for off-roaders making use of the bottom of the dam. It’s kind of like somebody extensive network of gravel roads that span pulled the plug on the bathroom sink,” he said.

The manmade timber crib dam at the end of behind the Three Sisters range.

Hartley Lake was located at the base of Mount the lake had finally rotted through, releasing the Hosmer, approximately 17 kilometres north of lake’s waters into nearby areas.

“Nobody opened up the dam, it was just Fernie.

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Regional District of East Kootenay PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - BYLAW 2602 & 2603 Bylaw Amendment - Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of Directors is considering an amendment to the Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw. If approved, the amendment will change the designation of part of the subject property to enable a boundary adjustment subdivision to improve an adjacent farm operation and leave the subject part of Lot B, Plan EPP4094 as a 5.2 ha residential parcel. The subject land is located at 6888 Bryant Road, 5 kms east of Fernie, as shown on the attached map.

Bylaw No. 2602 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Elk Valley Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2532, 2014 – Amendment Bylaw No. 1, 2015 (Bryant Rd. / Burnett)” will amend the designation of part of Lot B, District Lot 3047, Kootenay District, Plan EPP4094, from RR, Rural Resource to LH, Large Holdings.

Bylaw No. 2603 cited as “Regional District of East Kootenay – Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 829, 1990 – Amendment Bylaw No. 76, 2015 (Bryant Rd. / Burnett)” will amend the designation of part of Lot B, District Lot 3047, Kootenay District, Plan EPP4094, from RR-8, Rural Residential (Country) Zone to RR-4, Rural Residential (Hobby Farm) Zone.

A public hearing will be held at:

Hosmer Community Centre Front Street & 6th Avenue Hosmer, BC Thursday, July 23, 2015 at 7:00 pm

The Board has delegated the holding of this hearing to the Directors for Electoral Area A and the District of Sparwood.

If you believe that your interest in property is affected by the proposed Bylaw, you may prior to the hearing: • inspect the Bylaw and supporting information at the RDEK office in Cranbrook from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; • mail, fax or email written submissions to the addresses/numbers shown below; or • present written and/or verbal submissions at the hearing.

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. This notice is not an interpretation of the Bylaw.

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Final stage of Montane’s first neighbourhood to launch “The release of Stage Three is a big milestone for us, as it means we’re on our way to completing the final stage of The Terraces, our first neighbourhood,” said Simon Howse, general manager of Parastone and Montane investor. “The high demand we’ve seen for Stage One and Two is an indication of the gap we’re filling in the market. Outdoor enthusiasts can now live an active mountain lifestyle in a community located within a five minute walk from downtown Fernie.”

Seventeen home sites spanning between 0.17 Montane is gearing up to sell their final stage of The Terraces and 0.26 acres each will neighbourhood this August.

From The Free Press files. accompany the launch of Stage Three, with prices

By Sarah Kucharski ranging from $169,000 to $245,000. The Stage Free Press Staff Three lots consist of single family homes as he third and final stage of The Terraces well as cottages located on the east end of neighbourhood in the Montane com- Piedmont and Sunniva Drives.

Once complete, The Terraces neighbourhood munity will go up for sale in early will consist of 45 homes and will be the first August.

The $200 million master-planned community completed neighbourhood in the 600 acre in Fernie previously saw the Stage One phase community.

For further information on available Montane of The Terraces neighbourhood sell out, with high demand for its successor Stage Two home sites, visit www.montanefernie.ca. buoying the development’s success.

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Baynes Lake fire Fernie’s diverse business model needs city support contained

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fire that resulted in the evacuation of over 200 people in Kragmont and an evacuation alert in the Baynes Lake area was declared 100 per cent contained on Friday, July 10.

The fire began to blaze on Saturday, July 4 and at its peak had 416 dwellings and several recreationalists camping in the area on evacuation alert.

Airtankers were provided as needed to assist the 47 firefighters and helicopter on scene at the 140-hectare blaze.

Additional resources from Ontario including 70 personnel, three aircrafts and an air attack officer arrived on July 8 to assist in the blaze.

“Things escalated very quickly on Saturday night when the fire broke out, and we are grateful for the tireless efforts of the crews, who have worked around the clock in trying conditions to bring the fire under control and protect our residents,” said Regional District of East Kootenay Board Chair Rob Gay. Gay acknowledged the efforts of the local Emergency Social Services

Team, Emergency Program personnel, and Jaffray/Baynes Lake firefighters.

Concerns for windy, stormy weather in the aftermath of the flames stoked the fire danger level rating up to “high” for several days following the initial wildfire spark.

Residents across the province are encouraged to be diligent with fire safety, as outbreaks of over 250 wildfires scorched B.C.’s earth last week. Fifty of those wildfires alone were sparked on Saturday, July 11.

Creating an emergency preparedness kit is recommended, as emergency services may not be readily available depending on the increasing demands placed on firstresponders.

Things to include in a 72-hour emergency kit include nonperishable food items, water, manual can openers, a crank or battery-operated flashlight, first aid kit, and cash.

Wildfires are to be reported at 1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on mobile devices.

Additional information on emergency preparedness kits can be found at www.getprepared. gc.ca.

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ernie City Council heard from the business community on July 13 at the Committee of the Whole meeting. The Fernie Chamber of Commerce presented results from a survey of the local food and beverage industry. Over 30 businesses were invited to participate in a survey that was completed by 23 businesses ranging from fast food to fine dining to mobile vending. The results were presented to the city as resources for the upcoming mobile food vending bylaw and policy review that is outlined in the city’s operational plan for 2016.

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce is working closely with the city to ensure that the business environment supports all business models in the community. A recent open discussion was hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and representatives from Castlegar and Lethbridge presented on the mobile vending topic.

Two key points were shared by both municipalities. First, definitions are key. Whether

talking about distance or types of businesses, the guidelines need to be clear and easy to interpret. Second, all parties need to come on board quickly once parameters or policies are set. Since implementation in 2014, Castlegar has received zero complaints about the policy or about the location of mobile food vendors.

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce and business community is looking to city council to add some definition and clarity to the existing Bylaw No. 2028. Schedule B, Item 4.

The bylaw reads, “Mobile or street vendors shall be permitted only at locations whereby their product does not compete with licensed businesses operating from a fixed premise.”

The current wording is ambiguous and allows for multiple interpretations of the bylaw which make it difficult for mobile businesses to understand where they can and cannot park.

Fernie Chamber of Commerce Board President, Sheila Byers stated, “The business community has expressed a frustration with the lack

of definition in the current bylaw. Businesses are asking what definitions are used to determine competing products.

If you do determine products are in competition, there are no clear guidelines for where a mobile vendor could set up in relation to businesses offering that product.”

At the July 13 city council meeting, council directed staff to prepare policy recommendations on a food pod system in the public space at Station Square. Council’s discussion continued on how the infrastructure in that area could be designed to support food trucks in that area. This would include the proposed public washrooms, and more garbage receptacles.

Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Patty Vadnais said after the council meeting, “The Chamber of Commerce looks forward to the direction set by council to support a food pod system in Station Square,” adding, “this will keep the vibrancy of food trucks in the downtown core while supporting the fixed premise restaurants.”

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Fire Ban in Effect for the East Kootenays Effective at noon Pacific Time on Friday, July 3, 2015, campfires were prohibited throughout the Southeast Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and to protect public safety. This ban also includes any fires within the District of Elkford. All local fire pit permits have been rescinded until further notice. The campfire prohibition will remain in place until the public is otherwise notified. This measure is in addition to Category 2 and Category 3 open burning prohibitions that are already in effect. For more information visit www.bcwildfire.ca.

Flushing and CCTV Work The District of Elkford is planning to begin flushing and CCTV (video inspection) work on the sanitary and storm sewer mains in the areas of town outlined on the map below. The work is set to begin July 20, 2015 daily until completion. Please use caution in the area of the work

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The Draft Community Energy Efficiency Plan is available for public review on the District of Elkford Website.

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Last week, I read a story on my Facebook newsfeed entitled, “A province on fire.”

With above-freezing temperatures lasting throughout the winter and dry heat hitting the province this past spring and summer, thousands upon thousands of hectares of B.C.’s lands have gone up in flames.

According to CBC news, in an article entitled “B.C. fires: what you need to know,” as of noon on Monday, July 13 220 active fires were burning across the province, bringing the total wildfire count to 1,069, totalling 283,506 hectares.

A campfire ban was put into place throughout the province shortly after Canada Day and the ban remains in effect.

Mountains disappear, as smoke engulfs them.

Last Thursday, I travelled to Whistler B.C., excited to get a glimpse of the area’s beautiful scenery, but it was almost as if the mountains didn’t exist. While travelling to Tofino, you could see the smoke from the wildfires.

Fire crews from Ontario and Australia have been brought in to assist with the suppression of fires.

According to a CBC article, entitled, “B.C. fires: Christy Clark pledges to spend beyond budget on wildfires,” the province has already burned through its entire $64 million annual wildfire budget.

The province continues to spend funds on saving the land from wildfires.

Smoke from the forest fires has been so bad this past month that air quality advisories had to be put in place for Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

Even when I was in Banff, there were several tourists wearing protective facemasks.

In addition, 10 evacuation alerts were issued across the province, including a recent evacuation notice in Kragmont and an evacuation alert at Baynes Lake on Sunday, July 5.

In Kragmont, several residents were forced to temporarily leave the area.

The fire was mapped at 117 hectares.

Although several of the fires were found to have been caused by lightning strikes, some of them are predicted to be human-caused.

It’s important that while the province is under a fire ban, locals avoid dangerous activities, included throwing cigarette butts out of vehicles.

If an individual is found to have caused a wildfire, they can be charged in addition to potentially receiving jail time and being forced to pay the fire suppression fees, which could cost thousands of dollars.

It’s also essential that residents prepare themselves for an evacuation, which includes creating an emergency preparedness kit.

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In his encyclical, the Pope states “Reducing our carbon footprint is not just a technical scientific necessity; it has also emerged as the human rights challenge of our time. The most devastating effects of climate change – deadly storms, heat waves, droughts, rising food prices and the advent of climate refugees – are being visited on the world's poor”.

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Letters to the Editor continued from page 6 Recognizing Canada’s wealth It’s somewhat of a tradition for Canadian politicians to throw around money at election time, wooing voters with promises of financial largess for themselves and their communities. This appeals to a very low human impulse; what’s in it for me?

For more than 40 years Canada has been part of an international agreement committing to spend 0.7 per cent of gross national income on global development assistance, and

we’ve never been further from this goal, currently at 0.24 per cent. Most developed nations are above 0.3 per cent, with several at the agreed-upon target.

Canada repeatedly ranks in the top of all nations in terms of quality of life and standard of living. The vast majority of the world’s people live far below Canadian standards of nutrition, sanitation, clean water and security.

As the election season winds up, with the inevitable promises of more money flying out of Ottawa, I’m waiting for all party leaders to acknowledge the wealthy and enviable position Canada already enjoys, and rather than showering us with more money, affirm their commitment to raising our global development contributions to the long-delayed 0.7 per cent.

Nathaniel Poole Victoria, B.C.

Safety on the Elk Also the cold temperature can slow down breathing.

•If you get separated from your boat, float on your back, sculling with your hands with your feet facing downstream.

Avoid hitting objects like big rocks, by bouncing off them with your feet.

• Never underestimate the strength of a river current and do not attempt to stand up in the river unless the water is below your knees.

• Smaller tubes and canoes that collide with logjams can flip and puncture easily. The safest place to be is on top of the logjam, so if your boat has given way to a logjam prepare yourself to jump on top of the woody debris and avoid going underneath.

Elk River Alliance warns about logjams in the Elk River.

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n hot summer days the Elk River is an inviting refuge for hundreds of recreational enthusiasts. People float, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, raft or use some other craft to enjoy the Elk’s cool, clear, clean water. But fun can quickly turn to tragedy with near misses and intense rescues becoming more common.

Logjams are responsible for many stories of misfortune.

The most recent incident occurred last weekend when a couple nearly drowned at a ‘monster’ logjam upstream of the golf course in Fernie.

Photo from The Free Press files.

Logjams occur when large woody debris collects in a river usually during a flood, forcing the flow of the water down under it. Even the strongest swimmers can get trapped beneath a logjam. Strained underneath, swimmers can be trapped on branches and drown. It is critical to know where they are and how to avoid them.

Each year the Elk River changes: new logjams appear, giant rocks emerge creating hydraulic holes and new channels open up. It is important to follow a few safety guidelines to have a good experience on the

Elk River.

Here are a few tips: • Wear a properly fitted personal floatation device (PFD) or life vest and hard sole shoes (not flip flops).

• If you fall off your craft, defensively swim back to your boat. Distances can be deceiving and hard to estimate in a flowing river.

Educating yourself and being prepared is the best way to mitigate hazards on the river. Local rafting and fishing guides or the Elk River Alliance can share safe routes with you and warn you of the latest hazards in the river. If you have concerns or discover new hazards please call the Elk River Alliance at 250-423-3322 or post your experience on the Elk River Watch Facebook page so everyone can benefit from your experience. We will do our best to inform others.

If there is a “face of the valley” that you would like to know more about, please call The Free Press office at 250-423-4666, drop by and see us at 342 - 2nd Ave., Fernie or email customerservice@thefreepress.ca

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• or 65 and up may also participate) Unemployed • • Be legally entitled to work in Canada Aged 55 – 64 (in some circumstances, unemployed workers aged 50 – 54 may be eligible to receive: • Participants Require new or enhanced skills for successful integration into new or 65 and up may also participate) • employment Class-based skill development – including job searching and career planning • Be legally entitled to work in Canada • Live in an eligible community/region (10 weeks) • Be ready and committed to returning to work Require new or enhanced skills for successful integration into new • • Funding to access training at local educational institutions/trainers What will you get? employment • Income support for the duration of in-class training Participants may be eligible to receive: • Live in an eligible community/region • Targeted wage subsidy for on-the-job training • Class-based skill development – including job searching and career planning • Be ready and committed to returning to work (10 weeks) (4 weeks) • Funding to access training at local educational institutions/trainers What will • When Income support for the duration of in-class training is it?you get?

September 8 - Dec 10, 2015 • Targeted wage subsidy for on-the-job training (4 weeks) Participants may be eligible receive: When is it? September 8 - Decto10, 2015 • Class-based skill development – including job searching and career planning (10 weeks) • Funding to access training at local educational institutions/trainers Funded by the Governments of Canada and British Columbia • Income support for the duration of in-class training through Targeted Initiative forand Older Workers Funded by thethe Governments of Canada British Columbia • 250-423-4691 Targeted wage subsidy for on-the-job training • www.cotr.bc.ca/Fernie • fernie@cotr.bc.ca through the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (4 weeks) the Fernie campus today!

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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

• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to Noon – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim and Lane Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am – Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Waterslide at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:30 to 9:00pm – Women’s Night at Old School Boxing • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool

Tuesdays

• 9:00 to Noon – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim and Lane Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 11:15 to noon – Storytime (ages 3-5) at the Fernie Library • 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Water Walking at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Waterslide at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:00pm – Ladies Night at Mountain Meadows Golf Club in Elkford • 5:00pm to dark – Men’s Night at Sparwood Golf Club • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim

at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Wednesdays

• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to Noon – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim and Lane Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am – Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 11:15 to noon – Toddler Time at the Fernie Library • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00pm - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Waterslide at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00pm to dark – Ladies Night at Sparwood Golf Club • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:00pm –14+ Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool

Thursdays

• 9:00 to Noon – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim and Lane Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Ease the Knees at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool

• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Waterslide at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:00pm – Ladies Night at Mountain Meadows Golf Club in Elkford • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm – Darts at the Sparwood Legion • 7:30 to 9:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Fridays

• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to Noon – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim and Lane Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 11:00am – Nine & Dine at Sparwood Golf Club • 11:15 to noon – Toddler Time at the Fernie Library • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Waterslide at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:30pm - Free Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm - Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

• 7:00pm – Jam Night every 2nd Friday at the Sparwood Legion • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Teen/Adult Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre

Saturdays

• 9:00am to 12:30pm - JaffrayBaynes Lake Market at Baynes Lake Comm. Centre • Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim and Lane Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 1:00 to 2:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 5:00pm – Waterslide at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 2:00 to 3:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 4:00 to 6:00pm - Meat Draw at the Fernie & Sparwood Legion • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood & Elkford Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood & Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing

Sundays

• Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim and Lane Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 2:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 5:00pm – Waterslide at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Family Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 2:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Kayaking at the Sparwood Pool • 7:30pm Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

UPCOMING EVENTS July 16 16 17 18 19 22 23 25 26 29 30 30

Tony Servello Senior Open Fernie Golf & Country Club SCOTT Thursday Night Race #3 Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) Felted Pictures Ages 12 -16 Fernie Arts Station He/She Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Club Elkford Sunday Social – 2nd Ave – Fernie’s Got Talent & Dog Days of Summer Wednesday Concert Series – Downtown Fernie – Cam Penner SCOTT Thursday Night Race #4 Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) Griz Kidz Summer Carnival FernieAlpine Resort (FAR) Sunday Social – 2nd Ave – Sports Day Wednesday Concert Series – Downtown Fernie – Highlife Band SCOTT Thursday Night Race #5 Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) Opening Reception: New works by The Visual Arts Guild Fernie Arts Station 7pm

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Porky Blue Ride – visit www.fernietrails. com for details Peter Pan themed weekend at Sunshine Houseboats on Lake Koocanusa Sunday Social – 2nd Ave – Artsy Fartsy Wild Nature Tours Hike – Heiko’s Trail/ Island Lake Lodge 7am Wednesday Concert Series – Downtown Fernie – Slocan Ramblers SCOTT Thursday Night Race #6 Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) Wapiti Music Festival Annex Park Wild Nature Tours Hike – Fernie Ridge Wildflower Walk www. wildnaturetours.com 36th Annual He & She Tournament Fernie Golf & Country Club Highline 100 at Koocanusa/South Country Area Men’s Open Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Club Elkford Bibbity Boppity Boo Children’s Festival at Rotary Park Ladies Open Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Club Elkford Wednesday Concert Series – Downtown Fernie – The Burn Ins SCOTT Thursday Night Race #7 Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) Sunday Social – 2nd Ave – Show & Shine Wednesday Concert Series – Downtown Fernie – The Relief Committee Senior’s Open Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Club Elkford

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

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall

Ph: 250.423.6817 Fx: 250.423.3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 am-4 pm (Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250.423.4226

Fernie Aquatic Centre

250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250.423.4466

Fernie Memorial Arena 1092 Highway 3

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

Campfire & Fireworks Ban Effective Noon, Friday, July 3, 2015 the City of Fernie, Fire and Emergency Services prohibits all campfires (including all firepits) and fireworks within the City boundary due to hot and dry conditions and to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety. This ban is in effect until further notice.

The Southeast Fire Centre also reminds the public that anyone found in contravention of a fire prohibition may be issued a ticket for $345, required to pay an administrative penalty of $10,000 or, if convicted in court, fined up to $100,000 and/or sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person responsible may be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs.

To report an illegal fire in the City of Fernie boundary call 250-423-4226 or to report a wildfire or unattended campfire outside the City boundary call 1-800-663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cellphone.

For all fire related emergencies please call 911.

Just like your home, the City of Fernie has leaky fixtures and pipes. We’re working hard to find and fix leaks in our facilities, pipes and irrigation systems. Please find and fix your leaks too. Together, we will make a difference.

Brought to you by the City of Fernie

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Leisure Services Happenings Summer Gymnastics Camps

in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust’s Water Smart Initiative For more info: www.cbt.org/watersmart

Notice of Proposed Property Disposal (Land Exchange)

Residents are advised that City Hall located at 501 – 3rd Avenue will be on summer hours effective Friday, July 3, 2015. Hours will be from 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays).

Have a Safe & Happy Summer!

20/07/10 8:33 AM

(Pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter)

Notice is hereby given that the City of Fernie intends to dispose of municipal property to Montane Developments Ltd., Inc. No. BC0936724 under the terms of Land Exchange Agreement between the City of Fernie and Montane Developments Ltd., Inc. No. BC0936724.

Under the terms of the Land Exchange Agreement, the following City owned properties located near Whitetail Drive would be transferred in fee simple to Montane Developments Ltd., Inc. No. BC0936724 after statutory prerequisites under the Community Charter have been satisfied: 1. Parcel Identifier: 029-574-803, That part of District Lot 4589, Kootenay District, shown as Closed Road portion “A” on Plan EPP50690; 2. Parcel Identifier: 029-574-811, That part of District Lot 4589, Kootenay District, shown as Closed Road portion “B” on Plan EPP50690; and 3. Parcel Identifier: 029-574-820, That part of District Lot 4589, Kootenay District, shown as Closed Road portion “C” on Plan EPP50690.

The above properties would be consolidated with lands owned by Montane Developments Ltd., Inc. No. BC0936724. In exchange Montane Developments Ltd., Inc. No. BC0936724 would dedicate as park to the City of Fernie an equal area of land as delineated on the attached Sketch Plan prepared by WSP. The total area of land being disposed of by the City is approximately 798.7 square metres and the total area acquired by the City is approximately 798.6 square metres.

For more information contact Jim Hendricks, Chief Administrative Officer by telephone at 250-423.2225 or by email at jim.hendricks@fernie.ca. A copy of the Land Exchange Agreement may be obtained from the undersigned.

Jim Hendricks, Chief Administrative Officer This is the second of two notices, dated this 16th day of July, 2015.

These fun recreational gymnastics camps are a great way for kids ages 4 and up to experience gymnastics in safe and engaging environment.

Monday – Thursday (9:00 am to 12:00 pm) July 27 – 30, 2015 August 4 – 7, 2015 August 17 – 20, 2015 August 24 – 27, 2015 $165.06 + Tax per week.

Aqua Adventure Camps These full day adventure & swim camps include a Red Cross Swim lesson, outdoor activities, crafts, games, and supervised pool playtime for ages 5 to 12 years, Monday through Friday (9:00 am – 4:30 pm).

Session 3 - July 20th to 24th Session 4 - July 27th to July 31st Session 5 - Aug 4th to Aug 7th (4 days) Session 6 - Aug 10th to Aug 14th Session 7 - Aug 17th to Aug 21st $267.20 for 5 day week $213.76 for 4 day week. (Aug 4-7) Bronze Cross Course The next step in your lifeguarding certifications!

Acquire critical lifesaving knowledge in Bronze Cross! Study aquatic safety supervision, water rescue and emergency procedures while developing your judgment, leadership and rescue skills. Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion.

Monday to Thursday July 27 to 30, 2015 $180.82 +GST

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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

www.sparwood.ca

Upcoming Meetings of Council (in Council Chambers)

Monday, July 20

Monday, August 17

Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm

Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm

Notice of Construction Douglas Fir Road - Rehabilitation

This project includes patch repairs, drainage swale along the west side and repaving of Douglas Fir Road from 701 to 749 (Joy Global to Finning). This work will begin the week of July 13, 2015 and should be complete by early August, depending on weather.

Are You Parked Legally?

In order to provide the safest environment possible, the District of Sparwood would like to remind all vehicle owners to be aware of where they can and cannot park.

When parking, be sure you aren’t obstructing the view of nearby crosswalks and stop signs as this could pose a threat to pedestrians and people driving by. Curb sides that have been painted yellow are prohibited to park by, as well as the marked disabled parking spots, unless you have the proper permit to do so.

Vehicle owners can park for a maximum of 24 hours on public streets and parking lots before being penalized.

Failure to comply with this bylaw may result in a fine, or your vehicle being towed under the Sparwood Traffic, Parking and Highways Regulation Bylaw No 472, 1987.

To report a possible violation or find out more about your responsibilities, please contact the District of Sparwood Office at 250.425.6271.

Sprinkling Regulations

As a reminder, the District of Sparwood sprinkling regulations are in effect from June 1 through September 30 each year, to promote water conservation.

What and Where?

1. The patching of soft area will be 2. Pavement milling for end joints and completed first with excavation of the improved drainage swale along on the worst areas entire west side

Even numbered addresses can water on even calendar days, and odd numbered addresses can water on odd calendar days. Homes with automatic irrigation systems can water daily, provided it is between 12:00 am and 6:00 am.

Exceptions to 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.

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3. Spraying of a tack coat (oil emulsion) 4. Pavement markings and a pavement overlay

followed by The millings will be spread and compacted along the east shoulder of the road and the new pavement will be higher by 3” (75mm).

Will there be delays?

Some minor traffic interruption will be experienced however traffic control (flaggers) will be used when necessary.

When?

The work for this Project is planned to commence the week of July 13, 2015 and conclude by early August.

Why? This work is being completed to prevent further deterioration of the road and improve drainage next to the businesses on the west side.

Who? The District Sparwood is doing this work as part of the ongoing Pavement Management Program.

Interoute Construction Ltd. dba BA Blacktop (Cranbrook) has been awarded the construction contract for this work at a cost of approximately $450,000.

The Engineering Consultants supervising the project are from McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd.

Questions?

Call the District of Sparwood Engineering Department at (250) 425-6271 or email sparwood@sparwood.ca, www.sparwood.ca For construction related questions please contact BA Blacktop: bgraham@bablacktopcbk.bc.ca, (250) 426-7205 DANNY DWYER Director of Engineering

Leisure Centre & Arena Entrance Rebuild

The District of Sparwood is replacing the interior and exterior doors that make up the entrance ways to both the Leisure Centre and Arena Complex. Sparwood is requesting quotes for the removal and replacement of these entranceways in two separate quotes.

Quotes will be accepted no later than Tuesday July 21, 2015 at 3:00 pm. Quotes must be clearly marked with the RFQ title and may be submitted by hand, courier, mail or email to: District of Sparwood Box 486, 367 Pine Avenue Sparwood BC, V0B 2G0 dlawrence@sparwood.ca Any questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing via email to dlawrence@sparwood.ca.

The complete information package is available on our web page at www.sparwood.ca.

Call for Proposals Sparwood Leisure Centre Concession Operations

The District of Sparwood is now receiving proposals from interested parties for the operation of the Leisure Centre and Arena Concessions. Proposals must include a letter of intent, a proposed menu with pricing, a complete business plan, experience operating a business and/or food services experience.

Proposals will be received at the Sparwood Leisure Centre at 367 Pine Avenue, Sparwood BC until such time as a lease agreement has been reached.

Detailed information on this opportunity can be obtained from the District of Sparwood Leisure Centre at 367 Pine Avenue, at the Municipal Office at 136 Spruce Avenue, or online at www.sparwood.ca. Interested parties that would like to view the concession areas or require additional information about this opportunity may contact Duane Lawrence, Director of Community & Facility Services at 250.425.0552 or via email at dlawrence@sparwood.ca.

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What’s on in the Elk Valley this week.

Wapiti preview: Reuben and the Dark

CAN’T MISS

July

Tony Servello Senior Open at Fernie Golf & Country Club:

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10:00am Register by July 10th 10am Shotgun Start - Men & Women aged 55+ welcome.

Cost: Non-members: $60/ Members $45 and Power carts are $15 per person.

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Reuben and the Dark will be playing at the Wapiti music festival which returns to Fernie Aug. 7-8.

By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

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algary-based indie/folk band Reuben and the Dark will be lighting up the Wapiti music festival stage at last.

The group was originally scheduled to play the annual summer concert series last year, but due to scheduling conflicts the gig fell through.

Since then, the band has brought their unique brand of chilling, emotive folk/soul sound to Fernie venue The Northern.

The band’s four multi-instrumentalists and vocalists are led by singer Reuben Bullock, whose dark lyrics explore the full spectrum of human emotion — from misery to joy.

Since the 2014 release of their full-length album Funeral Sky, the five-piece band has been touring across the country nonstop.

The album itself is marked by pounding drums to sync with beating hearts and clamouring lead vocals that stand solidly upon the pillar voices of its four other musicians.

Songs like single “Bow and Arrow”, which is built upon anthemic drums and supported by the quintet’s harmonizing

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vocals, will likely be crowd-swayers at a festival like Wapiti.

“We go over the mountains and under the stars,” Bullock lilts in between sing-along-worthy “ohs” provided by his bandmates.

Lines like this will be enjoyed best underneath Fernie’s canopy of stars, accompanied by the echoes of an audience thousands-strong and surrounded by the nearby Mount Fernie.

Dark but uplifting songs like “Devil’s Time” are bolstered by thrumming guitars, and joyous exclamations from Bullock, while rhythmic and repetitive numbers like “Rolling Stone” (an unavoidable comparison to Bob Dylan’s similarly-titled “Like A Rolling Stone” must be noted) explore the duality of emotions with the plucky assistance of a chest-resounding bassline.

Horns make an unexpected addition to the otherwise melancholy “Shoulderblade” — a swinging ballad that features the more Reuben-traditional five-part harmony and snapping snare.

For this band’s set, expect a lot of chanting, swaying and anthemic arm waving along to the heart-syncing drums while strong harmonies and mournful lyrics are partnered with every tune.

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International Airshow to fly high in Cranbrook

faces of the valley

Vintage jets to fly during Canadian Rockies International Airshow preview

part of the television series.

“Yellow Thunder” an aerobatic group that ranbrook is going to get a special high-fly- pilots WWII era Harvard aircraft — an airplane ing preview of the 2016 Canadian Rockies known for its maneuverability and training roles International Airshow this summer.

— will also be doing a flyby on the 17th, so keep “It’s going to be a lot of fun,” said Darrell your eyes on the sky on that day.

Garton, event organizer. “You definitely don’t see While this may seem like an airshow on its these kinds of planes every day.” own, it is only a fundraising teaser in advance of On July 21, Greg Colyer the 2016 airshow. will be flying his vintage T33 Because of this, generous “You definitely don’t jet over the city. The T33 was sponsors have stepped up and see these kinds of used extensively in the Korean donated some truly wonderful War and residents will have planes every day.” raffle draw prizes: the opportunity to see what First prize is two return flights Darrell Garton made this aircraft a force to be to any WestJet destination.

Event Organizer reckoned with in person.

Second prize is one night To keep momentum up, accommodation and golf for two WWII bombers will be on two at St. Eugene Golf Resort hand at the Canadian Rockies and Casino.

International Airport on July Third prize is $750 and fourth 27. Locals will be familiar with prize is a gift basket valued at the B25 “Mitchell” bomber that thundered over $600. the city last year. Joining the B25 this year is Fifth prize is a family pass to the 2016 Canadian the truly awe-inspiring B17 “Flying Fortress” Rockies International Airshow bomber.

People can pick up their raffle tickets, or find On August 17, stars from the Discovery out information on volunteering by calling Channel TV series Airshow and their planes Bonnie at 250-426-0840, Deanna at 250-417-9030 will be performing aerial stunts, including or Ryan at 250-581-0481.

Stefan Trischuck and “Super Dave” Mathieson.

So prepare for some thrilling sights in the skies Additionally, the executive producer of Airshow, this summer and don’t forget to buy a raffle Mark Miller, a former resident of Cranbrook, will ticket. be in attendance this August to film the flyover as

Submitted

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By Jennifer Cronin Free Press Staff

Willie, as he was known, was born at Morrissey Mines in 1920.

The plan had been for his parents to travel to Fernie for his birth, but because of the inordinate amount of snow they were unable to do so.

Willie’s father Frank was a taxidermist at Morrissey Mines, who was born in 1871 in Prague Czechoslovakia, and had travelled from his homeland to Canada in the late 1800s.

William’s mother Mary (nee Donova) was a housewife whose dandelion wine is legendary.

Growing up at Morrissey Mines during a challenging time, Willie, would take his shoes off to walk to school and put them on when he got there, and remove them again to come home. He did not want to wear them out and knew he would have to take care of them as it would be sometime before he would get another pair.

Willie completed Grade 8, but was told by his father that he had to take it again. The school would only be allowed to operate if they met the minimum enrollment, and as they were one student short, it fell to Willie to keep the school running.

In 1941, in his early 20s, Willie enrolled in the Canadian Army.

During training camp in Vernon, he was issued his helmet. When he inquired why he would need the helmet, he was told it would protect him if he got shot. He promptly put it on the ground and shot a hole in it.

“That got him a month peeling potatoes,” daughter Mary Jane shared.

Willie served with the Prince of Wales Rangers in the United Kingdom. The following are excerpts from letters he wrote to his sister Bessie, which all began “Dearest Sister Bessie:” Undated: “We left Vancouver on the evening of the 24th and arrived here in Nova Scotia on the 29th. A very nice ride, I’ll say!

As far as I hear, we’re supposed to be moving very soon, over the pond.”

March 25/45: “Gee it’s nearly

three months now since I’m over here, it just feels like two years …

Another bomb hit London again.

It always seems to be that they bomb this place on a Sunday.”

April 30/45: “It [the war] shouldn’t last very long now …

They’re still bringing in men from Canada. Even met a corporal from Fernie here. (Corrigan is his name). Dad knows him well.”

May 14/45: “Well sis, the war is over now, about time too. They will be sending the boys all back soon I suppose … We celebrated V-E-Day here. Shooting flares, until we burned three hay stacks down. Now the government has to pay $3,000 for them. Pretty dear eh?”

Willie would wait another seven months, finally being discharged on Dec. 21, 1945.

It would not be until 1956 that he would marry Norma Bossio, daughter of Giuseppe Bossio and Maria Anna Anselmo.

The Chudik family settled in their home at 632 Howland Avenue (4th Avenue) where their son Frank still lives today.

“It was one of only three duplexes in town,” Mary Jane shares as she shows me the deed for the house with a 1962 purchase price of $1,500.

Norma worked in M.C. Cash Grocery and the Fernie Hospital before her marriage, and again years later.

Willie often hunted deer, moose and elk, and maintained a large garden to feed his family.

In 1976, Norma did a good job of contributing when she was the winner of a three minute shopping spree at Overwaitea!

Willie worked as a road grader operator with the Department of Highways, earning a certificate for coming up with the idea to paint the inside of the Elko tunnel white to increase visibility. This was back in the day when folks would leave a bottle of whiskey outside as an enticement for him to plow their driveways.

Norma and Willie welcomed four children into their lives: Marilyn, Mary Jane, Frank and Doreen.

To be continued next week …

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By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

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cams are not a thing of the past, the Elk Valley RCMP wants to stress.

Though Internet literacy and caution are rising skills for the present-day web surfer, Sgt. Will Thien of the RCMP warns that telephone, Internet and mail scammers continue to prey on victims to this day.

Thien noted common scams include scammers impersonating employees from well-known companies such as Microsoft and Google, informing potential victims of issues with their computer or router, encouraging them to transfer money or personal information to them for said issues to be fixed.

Canadian Revenue Agency imposters are also a common ploy for scammers, warning victims

over e-mail that in order to avoid prosecution, payment over the Internet is necessary.

Computer viruses that infect individual’s devices can also trick people into believing an illegal site has been accessed. Payment to avoid a fine, legitimized by a faux police insignia, often accompanies such virus blasts.

“There are many different forms of scams but [these] have been the most common and we have seen them in the Elk Valley over the past few years,” said Thien.

Due to the anonymity of these heists, scams are extremely difficult and almost impossible to trace.

Individuals are cautioned to not engage with people in conversation, provide any personal information or funds.

Questions should be forwarded to the Elk Valley RCMP at 250-425-6533.

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Better broadband in the basin Basin Trust (CBT), will provide better Internet services to approximately 11,000 households in British Columbia.

“CBT is committed to bringing better broadband to the Columbia Basin–Boundary region, and this funding is an important step forward in giving the ability to participate fully in the digital world,” said Neil Muth, President and CEO of CBT in a press release.

Areas applicable for this upgrade will include Baynes Lake, the Elk Valley, Elko and Jaffray.

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veryday tasks like shopping, communicating, learning and banking have made the digital switch.

In response to this necessary need, MP David Wilks and Minister of Industry James Moore announced on Wednesday, July 8 a $3.34 million investment to bring high-speed Internet services to the Columbia Basin-Boundary region.

The funds, given to Columbia

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC GMC DEALERS. BCGMCDealers.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. GMC is a brand of General Motors of Canada. Offers apply to the purchase of a new or demonstrator 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab, or purchase of a new or demonstrator GMC Terrain SLE-2 AWD. License, insurance, registration, PPSA and dealer administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. *Applies to oldest 15% of dealer inventory as of July 1st 2015. Valid July 6 to 28, 2015 on cash purchases of select vehicles from dealer inventory. Not compatible with special lease and finance rates. Credit is tax exclusive and is calculated on vehicle MSRP, excluding any dealer-installed options. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing this cash credit which will result in higher effective interest rates. Dealer may sell for less.

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t a staggering 11,700 kilometres away, it would be an understatement to say I am a long way from home. Canada (particularly B.C.) and New Zealand certainly look similar, but on a grander scale, they are worlds apart. Hailing from Nelson, the sunshine capital of New Zealand, we enjoy a moderate climate ranging from 10 degrees Celsius in the winter to highs of 25 degrees in the summer.

Our wildlife consists mostly of native birds, insects and possums, although being nocturnal the possums are often observed as road kill. Of course there’s the sheep … so many in fact that they

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A New Zealander sentence would read, “Can you pack my jandals and togs and put them in the boot next to the chilly bin … Cheers mate!”

Thinking of Canada, and my new home of Fernie; it really is a place of extremes. Extreme weather (anyone have an AC system I can borrow?), extreme wildlife, and the most impres-

sive so far … extreme kindness. I have been overwhelmed by the Elk Valley community and beyond who have supported me during this big transition.

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With a background in advertising back home, including print, outdoor, digital and social media – I’m here and ready to showcase your local business. Whether it’s promoting your start-up, refreshing an existing campaign or providing more information on the Kiwi language, please stop by The Free Press for a cuppa and a chat!

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Golfers are evolving and so are the courses!

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ith the advent of high-performance clubs and balls that travel further and further, golf courses must constantly be adapting to new realities. Thanks to new technologies, golfers now have access to equipment that can improve the power of their swings. The design of clubs is much more forgiving when precision is in short supply, and drives of more than 300 yards have become common. Equipment manufacturers have also revolutionized the golf ball. Depending on the material, compression, and the number of dimples, this small white ball can adapt to the style of the golfer and to different playing conditions.

If this technological revolution has contributed to improving the performance of players, golf-club owners have had to adapt their courses in order to offer new challenges. This has resulted in some holes being lengthened, additional obstacles, more undulating greens, and other modifications to increase the level of difficulty.

At the end of the day, elite golfers continue to do well and to enjoy the challenge of the new courses, even if their scores stay at the same level. On the other hand, the game has become a much more difficult challenge for recreational golfers who, without having the most up-to-date equipment, must try and overcome the same obstacles. That said, despite all the technological advances, golf is still a game of strategy, filled with subtleties. A 300-yard drive isn’t worth much, if your next shot ends up in the water or if you miss your famous two-foot putt!

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ith its wide range of accessories, golf is able to satisfy the most ardent and the most extravagant of enthusiasts. From logos on balls to a laser range finder, gadgets are appearing in ever-increasing numbers on the golf course.

If certain items can have an impact on the score card, others are there just to make the sport more agreeable. Some are short-lived while others will be around for years to come. Apart from some strange items, such as balls which travel even further, tees which help you add a few yards to your drive and golf club covers in the form of your favourite mascot, several accessories have appeared on the market over the last few years.

Specialized shops are packed with new gadgets developed for the informed golfer. Among them are special glasses to help find balls lost among the trees or a laser range finder to measure the precise distance between your ball and the flag. This optical device can also “read” the slope of the green.

To this can be added microfiber towels, brightly coloured umbrellas, more and more sophisticated golf carts equipped with a brush for shoes and a kit to wash clubs.

Away from the golf course, accessories are also numerous: a carpet to practice your putts with an automatic return of the ball, an inflatable net to improve your chips, not forgetting a multitude of books, DVDs, software, physical fitness equipment... in short, everything necessary to help golfers appreciate their sport.

Perhaps it’s time to make a few adjustments

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id the first half of your golf season not go as well as you’d hoped? Did you have lots of ups and downs? Were you disappointed with your score cards? Have you developed some bad habits? Don’t worry if you’ve answered in the affirmative to all those questions; there’s still plenty of time to make a few adjustments that will boost your confidence on the green.

Even though physical fitness is often a neglected element in golf, it is a key to obtaining good results on the course. Poor preparation can lead to injury or back pain that will, unfortunately, stay with you throughout the season. Not enough practice sessions could also have a negative impact on your game, and those consistently disappointing results may undermine your confidence.

Fortunately, not everything is lost. This is the perfect time to forge ahead and start the second half of the golf season on the right foot. Exercising, including daily stretching, will help you to improve your flexibility. Sacrifice a few rounds in order to spend more time on the driving range and practice green. Don’t hesitate to call on the services of a golf pro, who can quickly detect any flawed techniques and help you make the necessary adjustments to your swing.

As for the mental aspect of the game, the pro will be able to give you some tricks to improve your concentration and maintain a positive attitude. It often takes very little to re-establish your routine and recapture the pleasure of being on the golf course.

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fter running in the 2011 federal election and trailing behind NDP leader Wayne Stetski and current MP David Wilks, Bill Green hopes to lead the Green Party to victory in this year’s election.

Following his announcement to run for the 2015 federal election in mid-March, Green has been travelling throughout the riding to introduce himself to his constituents and discuss the Green Party’s platform.

“I think people enjoy meeting candidates and to see them face-to-face, they get a picture of what they look like,” Green said about why he elects to go door knocking in communities across the riding. “We’ve been actively campaigning and I’m happy with the progress we’re making. Overall, we’re really S IAN encouraged with the we’re getting.”

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rowing up in the Kootenays, Liberal candidate Don Johnston wants to serve his constituents as MP. The former Nelson LV Rogers Senior Secondary student announced he would be running for MP in early June after working in community development within Canada and internationally for 40 years.

Johnston has spent the last 12 years employed at the president/CEO level for various companies, which includes six years as CEO for the Columbia Basin Trust.

“I know the riding as much as it’s possible to know the riding,” Johnston said of his experience, adding, “Part of the message that’s going to be a really strong element of our campaign is that we need to think about electing someone who understands the role of MP to do a very good job of representing the wishes of the constituents in Ottawa.”

He went on to say, “With the current government, because everything is so centrally controlled, it’s really not possible for the MP to do a very good job of representing the wishes of the constituents in Ottawa.”

Johnston said that he plans to be a powerful voice in Ottawa — one that can properly represent the concerns of his constituents, including rural concerns.

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“Rural issues are kind of falling off the table,” Johnston said, adding that gaining access to education without having to leave home and issues with regards to local infrastructure are two of the main areas Johnston would like to focus on if he is elected as MP for the Kootenay-Columbia riding.

“It’s really important to have a strong voice that understands those issues,” Johnston added.

Thus far, Johnston has visited several communities throughout the riding and he said he plans to connect with as many people as possible between now and Oct.13.

“We will be doing door knocking in every large community in the riding and we’ll be doing phone calling too,” Johnston said, adding, “There’s an awful lot of empirical evidence that face to face meetings are about the only thing that actually ever changes anybody’s idea on who they’re going to vote for.”

If elected as MP, Johnston said he plans to hold annual accountability sessions throughout the riding where he would review what has been working and what needs to be addressed in the future with his constituents.

“I think it just creates a little bit more effective relationship between promises and delivery because you will be held accountable,” Johnston said.

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“How do we create jobs in our smaller communities so that our children who want to can continue to live and work in these areas?” the candidate questioned. “That’s a big challenge in a lot of communities.”

The Green Party candidate also expressed concerns in regards to the country’s current health care system, asking, “How do we support and move towards and encourage people to live healthier and active lifestyles?”

It is these, among other questions, that Green hopes to address if he is elected as MP in the riding.

In addition, Green has been discussing First Nation reconsolidation with the public in recent months, with the goal of reinventing Canada by working with the First Nations people.

“I’m really surprised and impressed that a lot of people want to talk to me about that in a very positive way,” Green admitted.

The MP candidates future campaign efforts including visiting Fernie in early August and taking part in the annual Wapiti Music Festival.

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fter serving the Kootenay-Columbia riding for the past four years, Conservative candidate and current MP David Wilks hopes to continue serving his constituents.

“I don’t think my strategy has changed in the four and a half years that I’ve been a Member of Parliament,” Wilks said of his platform, noting that this includes continuously travelling the riding and meeting with his constituents to discuss current issues both in the riding and in Ottawa parliament.

“We’re going to run our campaign the same way we did in 2011. We’ll focus in on what we did right in 2011 and we’ll come out with our platform when our team is closer to the rip,” he added.

In March 2015 Wilks noted that improvements to the Trans-Canada Highway are essential, and an important project he has been working towards.

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ince announcing his plan to run for MP in the Kootenay-Columbia riding in early March, NDP candidate Wayne Stetski has been maintaining a presence in the area.

“I have been quite active around the riding,” the former Cranbrook Mayor said. “As often as I can, I go door knocking in communities.”

When Stetski announced his candidacy early this year, he said he was persuaded to run in the 2015 federal election after experiencing what he viewed as the erosion of Canadian values, including the poor treatment of veterans and cuts to CBC’s workforce, where 657 jobs were eliminated earlier this year.

Today, his stance remains the same.

“The number one thing that I hear from NS people going door-to-door DIA is that the Harper A D Conservative government has to go, that’s ANA the number Cone comment,” noted Stetski.

“This election, more than any other that I’ve seen in my lifetime, is about Canada and our Canadian values that quite frankly have been under attack by the Harper Conservative government.”

In recent months Stetski has been launching his campaign in various communities around the Kootenay-Columbia riding, including

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Fernie, where he kicked off his campaign on the evening of June 16.

Stetski highlighted the importance of introducing himself to the public and discussing important issues with them, including the introduction of a small business tax cut, which would reduce the tax rate from 11 per cent to nine per cent and the $15 a day national daycare plan the NDP party has proposed.

“A lot of families are struggling with daycare costs,” Stetski explained. “It’s important that people know that I care. Showing up in the community and inviting people to come for a meet and greet and then going door-to-door to find out what their concerns are and to provide an opportunity for us to meet face-to-face, basically for me, it shows respect, it shows that I care and it shows that I very much want to be their Member of Parliament.”

Stetski said he believes his experience serving the public will allow him to flourish if he is elected as Kootenay-Columbia’s MP. The NDP candidate served as Cranbrook mayor from 2011 to 2014 in addition to formerly holding the position of Kootenay Regional Manager for the British Columbia Ministry of Environment.

“I really like people,” Stetski admitted. “I like to be able to represent their interests in a strong way.”

“It continues to be the main focus,” he stressed. “I’ve been able to get a significant amount of money for the highway in the last four years and I will continue to move forward [with that project].”

Wilks experience includes his recent years as MP in addition to 20 years working in the public service sector, including working with the RCMP and holding the position of mayor for the District of Sparwood.

The MP has recently travelled throughout the riding and plans to visit such communities as Creston, Nelson, Kaslo, Golden, Kimberley and Yahk in upcoming weeks to speak with his constituents.

“My staff and I are doing a tremendous job at resolving issues from constituents around the riding,” Wilks said, adding. “I’ve met with constituents here [in the Elk Valley] with a variety of issues.”

The candidate has also said he has been working closely with Regional District of the East Kootenay Area A Director Mike Sosnowski to address issues within the region.

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Clear Sky – Getting back to nature Mountain retreat incorporates mindfulness for businesses

continued Heinz. “They may offer to do three hours a week in what we call Karma Yoga which translates very loosely into volunteerism.” ituated in the Canadian Rockies at the She went on to say, “It is different because it is base of Bull Mountain in beautiful British crafted for someone’s learning development so if Columbia is 310 acres of peaceful forest and someone is looking to improve communication farmland belonging to Clear Sky Meditation and skills I would suggest they work in areas where Study Centre. they can improve their communication skills. If If you are looking for a retreat, Clear Sky offers they have talents in certain areas I try to marry an array of programs for the individual and them both so we deliver strength and we get businesses. to develop/strengthen other Five areas of programming are muscles.” offered at the centre, including “We have a workshop Within the 310 acres lies a group bookings where annually about the one-acre virgin Food Forest. It mindfulness is taught and a tour food forest, this year came about from funding from of the facility is provided, retreat the Agro Forestry Industry it will happen in programs where people come Development Initiative and October.” and stay to receive guidance and from Clear Sky. It was a $20,000 instruction, group retreats which project and planting was Michelle Heinz are run by different facilitators, completed in December 2013.

Executive Director people coming together to study, The goal of the forest is not meditating and practicing for only to model some sustainable a week or two and sometimes agricultural projects but to also even a month. test what can grow in a cold Karma Yoga is a signature climate and to look at what may program crafted like an internship or immersion be other productive techniques that ranchers can opportunity. It usually attracts youth in mid to take on in this area. late 20s who are transitioning, finished school One plan is to launch team-building programs and about to move on to a different job. They in the fall. Clear Sky will invite groups, tend to be exploring and developing life skills. organizations and businesses to come and hold The youth usually stay for three months. Lastly, their event at the centre and to participate in there is an environmental program that includes team-building activities that will empower a food forest workshop as well as some connected and strengthen their team, their work dynamic arts and healing workshops. and their effectiveness. It is also a time to be “We have a workshop annually about the food together in an intimate space and reconnect in forest, this year it will happen in October. We a meaningful way to nature and then take that do some Grasslands, Holistic Management and freshness back into their life.

Permaculture workshops as well. We have our “Our 10-year anniversary is the third week in fingers in a few different pies,” said Executive July. We will be inviting partners and supporters Director Michelle Heinz. “We try to integrate and people that are generally curious to come,” the land into our activities so they are not said Heinz “We will give a tour of our Food separate and we can steward the land well, grow Forest and our facilities and invite everyone to food, learn about ourselves from nature. We can celebrate and have some treats on us, to just share explore in nature. We refer to it as our 310-acre some of the great things that we have done over meditation cushion. All the skills and tools that the past 10 years and let everyone know who we we learn in meditation we take off the cushion are and what we do.” and apply in our daily lives.”

For those of you who are curious you could join “We are a non-profit charity, and a big part a food forest tour on a Friday at 6:30 or 7:30 p.m. of our learning is for those in for the long and/or Saturday at 9:30 or 10:30a.m. To find out term or who see it as a life path instead of a more contact michelle@clearskycentre.org short term study. They want to learn how to take the mindfulness into their daily activities,”

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Executive Director, Michelle Heinz stands proudly in Clear Sky’s unique Food Forest.

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Dam blocks Avalanche City derby win Roller Girls lose 199-196 in final home game

With only 10 minutes left in the game, two players from each team crowded the penalty box after a flurry of calls including he Avalanche City Roller Girls a cut track, directional and high block sent (ACRG) closed out their home game skaters off the track. season on Saturday, July 11 with The game’s last two minutes sent a tight loss against the Dam City Roller tensions skyrocketing, when, down by a Girls of Castlegar.

25-point deficit, jammer Martin got her Thawing out plenty of fresh meat on the wheels turning on the track to narrow the track, several ACRG skaters laced up their gap. skates for their first “Her focus to get game of the season at lead jam and start the Memorial Arena. sprinting around “We wanted to use the last Newbie players Cath the track because home game as an oppor‘Len Knocks’ Lennox she knew she had tunity to skate some of our and Mim ‘Mimstigator’ two minutes to get newer skaters who have Evans joined up 25 points and she been skating hard all with relatively fresh knew she had to jammer Tanya ‘A La season.” be aggressive and BAMya’ Thurmeier I could see it in her Jess De Groot and returning player face and that was so ACRG Co-Captain Nadine ‘Deen Machine’ good to see,” said De Cunningham to hit Groot. the cement track for a Taking a hard hit close, but ultimately, from Dam City as the defeating game against whistle blew with the Dam City. score just three points shy of a tie, Martin Alternate jammers Lana ‘Oxy Toxin’ was tended to by her team and received a Barbir and regular Rita ‘Meter Maid’ standing ovation for her exhaustive efforts Jackson racked up some points for ACRG down to the buzzer. alongside Thurmeier and Liz ‘Roll D The score was left at 199-196 for the Locks’ Martin. visiting team.

“We wanted to use this last home game The ACRG will pick their season back up as an opportunity to skate some of our in Washington state next month when they newer skaters who have been skating hard will attend the Spokarnage: Killer Derby all season,” explained ACRG co-captain Tournament from August 14-16.

Jess De Groot. “We contacted Dam City “We’re really excited to continue our to ask if they wouldn’t mind playing the season at Spokarnage. We’ve played there Roller Girls as opposed to the All Stars so before and it’s a huge tournament. Last that we could play those newer skaters.” year, we went with only nine skaters and Regular jammer Andrea ‘Jenna we did really well. This year, it looks Jammerson’ Gignac made the sporting like we’re going to have a full team so switch from player to coach for the game. we’re looking forward to going back and The first half was marked by excellent taking those teams on again and taking defense from the visitors, recycling the podium this time, hopefully,” said De ACRG jammers to the back of the pack. Groot.

Undeterred, the home team came back Last year, the team was knocked out in swinging to leave only a dozen points to the quarterfinals by eventual tournament (Top) Cath Lennox (left) and Melissa Masin-Robinson (foreground) work to hold back a separate the teams by halftime with ACRG winners the Seattle Sockit Wenches.

Dam City jammer. (Bottom) Nadine ‘Deen Machine’ Cunningham made her first return briefly pulling ahead into the triple digits to the track after a year’s maternity leave.

Photos by W. Bruns for the first time at 104-92.

The remainder of the half resulted in an enthralling back-andforth between ACRG and Dam City, with Week 1 – August 10-14 each team putting Do you know someone who is having a birthday this coming week? forth an excellent use Week 2 – August 17-21 of forced cut tracks, Let us know who it is, and we will share it in next week’s edition!

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dozen “SUP”ers (standup paddleboarders) hit the water with determination, hoping to claim the winning title in Fernie’s first Paddleboard Race.

Lined up at the starting point underneath the West Fernie Bridge, racers grabbed their boards and sprinted into the Elk River with determination. Those with advantageous spots closest to the water were awarded randomly for a waterfall positioned starting line.

Claire Shaw, office manager at Mountain High Adventures, said the race was meant to encourage the sport of paddleboarding in Fernie.

“I think it’s a great way for folks to get out on the water in a whole new way,” said Shaw.

The race was tight between participating “SUP”ers, who viciously paddled towards the finish line located at the Stanford

Resort.

Overall winners were Jon Knauf, Stu Robbins and Josh Dube. The top three “SUP”ers in the women’s category were Haley Wright, Nicole Knauf and Bernice Notenboom.

Prizes including painted rock trophies, cash, and donated apparel from Giv’Er Shirt Works and Guides Hut were also available for the fastest finishers.

Participants also got to test the waters through a mini practice series prior to the race’s kick-off in the Elk River just behind Canadian Tire.

Costs of registration will also be put forward to buoy construction costs of building a whitewater park in Fernie.

“We are super excited about this park, and stand-up paddleboarding fits right into that as well as kayaking and rafting. It’s part of that water community and building it up here in Fernie,” said Shaw.

Cole Breckell was one of 20 “SUP”ers (right, top) who competed during the first annual Paddleboard Race, hosted by Mountain High Adventures.

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Resort race series continues at FAR

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he second week of the SCOTT Thursday Night Race Series saw 34 mountain bikers hit some of Fernie Alpine Resort’s (FAR)

trails.

Racers biked the course from Mr. Berms to Duff Dynasty after being split into male and female categories under headings of ‘adult’, ‘kids’, ‘master’ and the lone Youth Male division.

Race series Adult Female debut winner Simone Bourassa dropped to second place behind Michelle Arseneault this week, who completed the course in five minutes and 10 seconds.

Bourassa skidded in just 13 seconds afterwards.

Tanner Ross took the Adult Male top spot with a scorching time of just under four minutes.

The top youth competitors aged 8-12 were Mila Vucurevich and Manny Juneau.

In the over 40 master category, female racer Josee Anderson had only herself to compete with, while Derek Bird continued his reign from last week’s win for a second series race.

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JJ Goodison also strengthened his point average for the race series, once again claiming first place in the youth male (ages 13-17) category.

Overall series champions will be crowned at the end of the summer when all points from each race are tallied.

For competitors, a post-race social at Kelsey’s Restaurant on the hill followed the evening’s event.

Prizes will also doled out to competitors from sponsor SCOTT. The series will continue every Thursday evening for the summer until Sept. 3.

The competition has invited riders of all ages and capabilities to try out FAR’s trails for the last 13 years.

Organizer Karen Pepper of FAR said that the series is a “fun, yet competitive, gravity-fed race series ... [that’s] a super fun evening for all ages.”

A different trail at FAR will set the scene for next Thursday’s race, which kicks off at 7 p.m.

Race entry is $5 and participants may register at the Adventure Centre by 6:30 p.m. on race day.

Riders took to Mr. Berms and Duff Dynasty trails for this week’s SCOTT Thursday Night Race Series.

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Fernie added to KR Enduro circuit

One hundred and thirty-five riders hit Fernie’s trails for the KR Enduro circuit. Photo by S. Kucharski

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he KR Enduro series swept through Fernie’s trails over the weekend, with 135 riders competing in the six-part summer competition.

Following appearances in Kimberley and Canmore last month, the series hit Fernie for its halfway mark in response to rider request.

“Feedback from last year was that a lot of the people doing the series wanted to see Fernie added to the list,” said organizer Megan Rose.

“We like to rotate the locations each summer and this year it was really great to bring it to Fernie.”

The organizer and bike rider added, “The series is really about providing opportunities for riders that they wouldn’t do on their own.

We like to change locations each year to always showcase new areas.”

Conditions for the competition were perfect, with overcast skies and moist dirt being a welcome change for riders accustomed to hot and dry weather.

Rose said, “The comments from riders over the weekend was [that they were] really excited and blown away about the trails. We couldn’t have asked for more ideal conditions.”

To make for a smoother staggered start, riders were split amongst three trails throughout the course of the day. Stage 1 saw riders go from the top of Slunt down to the bottom of Brokeback, while the competition heated up on Verboten during Stage 2. Stage 3 took place on Project 9.

“Due to the staggered start, it takes so long to get people started and so people have to wait quite awhile. The course layout worked really well, we could send people off in all directions and get them started at the same time,” explained Rose of the race’s set-up.

Rose also complimented the work of the Fernie Trails Alliance, highlighting coordinator Julie Kelly as an excellent local resource for the race.

“The whole club/association was in great support of the event ... It was really pleasant working with them and the association. The trails here are just so great,” said Rose.

Local biker Nick Quinn took the top spot in the pro/elite men category for the Fernie portion of the series. Quinn put up a time a mere five seconds ahead of second place rider David Harder at 25:14 and 25:19, respectively.

Calgary-native Tara Walmsley who is no stranger to Fernie’s trails, gave organizer Rose a run for her money by coming in first place in the open women division. Rose completed the course just eight seconds behind Walmsley at 30:42. Walmsley finished at 30:34

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2. There were 31 new fires in BC July 8 and the Province is cautioning all British Columbians to be diligent with fire safety.

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Boarding her way to the National Team FAR funds Jaffray local

Katie Anderson (left), of Jaffray, B.C. has been named to the National Team for Snowboard Cross. Karen Pepper of Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) presented Katie with a donation of $500 from FAR’s Summit Fund.

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Rosemary Alice McLaren Grandma Rosie

LYNCH: Charles Francis Lynch (Frank) joined his parents (Bud & Annie Lynch) in Heaven on July 8th, 2015 at the Elk Valley Hospital, at the age of 79 years. He was born in Calgary, Alberta on October 6, 1935.

Frank moved to Fernie in 1945 with his parents, where he attended school, among other things. In 1962 he married Mary Patricia Rambold and they settled in Hosmer, BC. He was active in numerous businesses; Lynch’s Royal Light, Lynch’s Car Sales, White Spot, Elk Drive-In Theatre and William Fernie.

Frank was an amazing man, helping everyone in his path.

After a fire in Hosmer, he and Roger Lynch, created the Hosmer Fire Department. He was also very active with the Snow Valley Wranglers, acting as President for many years.

Frank enjoyed numerous activities such as riding horses (bronc’s included), fishing, hunting, camping, reading, singing and even attempted to play the bass guitar. But most of all he enjoyed all these things with his wife and family(s).

In 1987, Frank and Mary moved to their cottage at Edwards Lake, and then to Jaffray in 2004 for his remaining years.

Frank is survived by his wife Mary, 5 daughters and 1 son: Maryanne (Ron) Ratz, Kim (Richard) Garlock, Charlene (Kelly) Stanvick, Bud (Ingrid) Lynch, Shelley Lynch, and Cathy (Craig) Follett; 12 grandchildren: Amber (Chuck), Jeromy (Samantha), Brandon, Brett (Kellie), Dalton (Jordyn), Alisha, Amanda (Craig), Dusty (Alex), Charlie, Sadi (Stan), Dwight and Carter; 3 step grandchildren: Lilly, Lewis and Jenna and 7 great grandchildren: Ava, Abby, Mikaela (Raven), Mikel, Remington, Mackenzie and baby Rogers. He is also survived by his sister Donna Woodall and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at Cherished Memories “Serenity” Chapel with Funeral Mass following on Wednesday, July 15th at the Holy Family Catholic Church.

Messages and condolences shared at cherishedmemoriesfs. com. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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July 22, 1937 - July 17, 2014

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YOU ARE INVITED! Mass Times: Saturdays: St. Michael’s ~ 7:00 pm Sundays: St. Michael’s ~ 11:00 am St. Bernard’s Mission, Elkford ~ 4:00 pm Thursdays: St. Michael’s ~ 6:30 pm Fridays: Lilac Terrrace ~ 11:00 am Confessions: Following each mass, or by appointment.

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Selection may vary by store. Promotional prices in effect July 14 – 20, 2015 or while quantities last. Franchisees may sell for less. Product availability, pricing and selection may vary by store.

Regular prices shown are those at which the items have been sold by Mark’s Work Wearhouse Ltd. Typographical, illustrative or pricing errors may occur. We reserve the right to correct any errors.

To find the Mark’s nearest you, call 1-866-807-1903 or visit marks.com. Lifestyle images presented in this advertisement may not be available.

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Thanks goes out to the Ladies' Day Season sponsors including: Fernie Chiropractic and Overwaitea, their sponsorship helps us run our weekly events.

Special thanks Ray and his grounds crew, our course is looking better and better every week.

We hope you come out soon and join us for a fun round of golf on a Tuesday Ladies' Day.

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Wildlife Corner Submitted by Kathy Murray Wildsafe B.C. Community Coordinator

Fernie Bear sightings reported at the Fernie Mobile Home Park.

Grizzly and cubs reported on Lazy Lizard and Ecoterrorist trails. A black bear and cubs were seen on Stove Trail.

A powerful connection has arrived in Fernie.

Sparwood Bear sightings reported on the hill by the Causeway Bay Hotel.

Camping season is here.

To stay safe and protect the wilderness when camping in bear country, keep two goals in mind: preventing encounters with wildlife and keeping a clean campsite.

Do not keep food, toiletries or anything that smells in your tent, this could attract bears.

Secure all food and dispose of garbage responsibly.

Clean up immediately after cooking and never set up your tent on a wildlife travel path or near berry bushes.

For more information on camping in bear country visit www.env. gov.bc.ca/bcparks/ Never approach or feed wildlife.

Report human/ wildlife conflict to 1-877-952-7277(RAPP) or #7277 on cell.

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

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WHEN YOU PAY WHAT WE PAY

IT’S EASY TO GET INTO A FORD

2015 FORD ESCAPE /

STK NT1459

$32,849 EMPLOYEE PRICE $29,755 OR $ 222 BI WEEKLY 84 MONTHS

2015 FORD F150 SUPERCREW XLT / STK NT1486

2015 FORD F350 XLT DIESEL

STK NT1427

14, $ E SAV

MSRP

1

$44,899 EP $40,153 $298 BW 84 MONTHS

$65,649 EP $50,897 OR $377 BW 84 MONTHS

MSRP

OR

2015 FORD F150 SUPERCREW LARIAT / STK NT1507

1,4 1 $ E SAV

$51,269 EP $41,433 OR $305 BW 84 MONTHS

752

MSRP

MSRP

2015 FORD F350 LARIAT DIESEL

309

STK NT1478

16, $ E SAV

MSRP

$47,899 EP $43,328 OR $321 BW 84 MONTHS

2015 FORD F150 SUPERCREW PLATINUM / STK NT1493

E SAV

$62,549 EP $51,131 OR $378 BW 84 MONTHS /

STK NT1484

,57 4 $ E SAV

18

6

9,83 $ E SAV

/

2015 FORD EXPLORER /

6

E$ V A S

MSRP

STK NT1488

,74 4 $ E SAV

4 3,09

MSRP

2015 FORD EDGE /

$76,739 EP $60,430 OR $446 BW 84 MONTHS

MSRP

4

67 $12,

$71,519 EP $58,845 OR $435 BW 84 MONTHS

2015 FORD F350 LARIAT DIESEL

/

STK NT1514

441

16, $ E SAV

MSRP

$77,649 EP $61,208 OR $452 BW 84 MONTHS

All payment at 4.99 % interest $0 down calculated on all payments OAC example NT1459 total interest paid for 72 months would be $6,394.76 Total payments would be $40,404. 499.00 documentation fees calculated on all payments Conditions apply See the team at Fernie Ford for more details

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