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- Your onlY locallY owned newspaper • serving the cnp since 1930 • MaY 15, 2019 ~ vol. 89 no. 20

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The 37th annual Kananaskis Pro Rodeo was held May 10-12 at the Coleman Sportsplex and saw many competitors display their skills. The annual rodeo is Anna a big Kroupina draw for many photo in and outside of the Crowsnest Pass area. You can see more photos on pages 8 and 9.

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Journalists for a day at ISS Pass Herald and school giving students the newspaper experience

DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Lisa Sygutek, Publisher and owner of the Crowsnest Pass Herald met with eight students from the grade 4 and 5 classes at Isabelle Sellon School on Wednesday, May 8, to discuss what is required to produce a newspaper. Through a cooperative partnership between the paper and the school the students will be given the chance to learn more about the newspaper industry.

The students will be writing their own pieces for the Pass Herald and will also have the opportunity to come see how the paper is put together.

The student’s will be creating the content with little aid from the teachers.

The students were able to pick their topics and write the pieces on their own with the teachers only making sure they stay on topic.

Lane Koentges, the teacher in charge of this project, says it’s a great opportunity for students.

“This experience gives the kids a platform to express themselves. It's something that they know is going to be produced so I think that's going to help motivate them to push their skills to the next level.”

Koentges says there will be a variety of articles created by the students.

“We have a variety of platforms. The students

are allowed to do an opinion piece, one of the students is ranking all the marvel movies, we have a narrative story, we have special days in history, we have a news report where one of the students is reporting on the golf course and the new mine and things like that. We've tried to give a spectrum of pieces to give examples of what our students are able to do.”

The project will not only allow the students to learn about newspapers but Koentges also hopes it creates a way for interest in the news platform to grow among his students.

“I'm hoping that through this program, we're able to increase student readership of the newspaper to help spark an interest to see if kids would want to do this as a career.”

Koentges says there are other ways this program is beneficial for the students involved.

“In Grade 6, students have PAT's and there's a newspaper article aspect to their written portion so I think it's super advantageous for kids to become more familiar with news articles, how they are set up, the structure and how it's processed. I think this is a good opportunity for students to be educated about that.”

There is also a focus on the school finding different ways to involve the

community in the students learning.

“Our school's also focused on a play-spaced learning which is really focused on school community collaboration and learning through our community, so this is a fantastic opportunity to start that where the school's partnering up with the newspaper and doing something collaborative,” said Koentges.

Koentges also believes having a program like this will help the newspaper business regain some interest in the younger generations.

“I think that through social media and the access to the Internet that kids have, their go to isn't opening up a newspaper.

I don't think it's something that's put in the spotlight. Having this implementation of student work in there would be something to interest them. They can tell their parents or grandparents that their article is coming out and create a buzz about it.”

Koentges also hopes that if this year is successful, the program can be continued and possibly expanded in the future.

“We only have eight students right now but if it's something that goes on in further years, the interest could grow and could possibly continue into high school.”

Panther baseball update Rob Amatto

Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball Captures Lead Early To Defeat Crowsnest Panthers Crowsnest Panthers watched the game slip away early and couldn't recover in a 14-1 loss to Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball on Thursday. Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball took the lead on a single in the first inning.

The Crowsnest Panthers struggled to put runs on the board and had a tough time defensively containing Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball, giving up 14 runs.

Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball got things moving in the first inning.

Camden Strang singled on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring one run.

Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball scored eight runs in the fourth inning.

Tyson Sommerfeldt, Rhett Nish, Strang, McCoy Duce, Baxter Mason, and Levi Bennett each drove in runs during the inning.

Mason led things off on the hill for Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball. He surrendered one run on three hits over five innings, striking out nine and walking zero.

Colby Snider toed the rubber for Crowsnest Panthers. He surrendered ten runs on 11 hits over three and a third innings, striking out seven. Cooper Snider threw one and two-thirds innings out of the bullpen.

Spencer Dorge, Erik Lynk, and Daniel Poloni each collected one hit to lead Crowsnest Panthers.

Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball tallied 17 hits in the game. Strang, Briley Heninger, Mason, Ty Schaffer, Nish, and Bennett each had multiple hits for Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball. Strang led Cardston Cougars Varsity Baseball with four hits in four at bats.

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In the lIne of fIre Between May 6 and May 13, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 44 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

Three (3) assaults, one (1) fraud/forgery, two (2) threat/harassment, one (1) theft of motor vehicle, three (3) thefts, one (1) impaired driving, one (1) other criminal code, two (2) other provincial statutes, eight (8) driving complaints, six (6) motor vehicle collisions, three (3) assistance to general public, five (5) suspicious occurrences, two (2) lost and found, one (1) false alarm, three (3) animal calls and one municipal bylaw.

Assault On May 7th, 2019, at approximately 7:30 pm, there was a complaint of an assault on a female in Blairmore. The suspect left the scene. He was charged with two counts of assault, mischief, dangerous driving, breach of conditions and break and enter to a business. War-

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rants were issued for the arrest of a 55-year-old male. He was arrested by Lethbridge Police Service.

A Justice Hearing was held and he was released with conditions for Pincher Creek Court.

there was a report of a hit and run to a parked vehicle on 22 Avenue in Coleman near the Sports Complex. A 2011 Dodge Journey was damaged.

The incident is currently under investigation.

Vehicle Theft On May 9th, 2019, RCMP received a complaint of vehicle theft from the parking lot of the high school in Coleman. The incident occurred sometime during the day.

Missing Person On May 12th, 2019, there was a report of a sighting of a missing elderly female from Fernie in the Lundbreck area. A vehicle was located. The elderly person was taken to a hotel until her family was able to pick her up.

Vehicle Mischief On May 10th, 2019, there was a complaint of mischief to a vehicle parked on 212 street in Bellevue.

Vehicle Theft On May 11th, 2019, a complaint of vehicle theft was called in. The truck had been parked in Coleman. The vehicle was later located in the Edmonton area.

Hit and Run On May 11th, 2019, at approximately 1:30 am,

Found Property Recovered tires, gas cans and bike were located on McGillivray Flats in early December Lost camera at Lundbreck Falls in February Found bikes turned into Municipal Bylaw Anyone with information regarding any crime is urged to contact the Crowsnest Pass RCMP Detachment at 403562-2867, or Crimestoppers to remain

The Simple Raven’s Post

by Avner Perl

Religion and earthly politics People all around me debate about the benefits and drawbacks of reading the Bible. Some read the holy book every day and learn lessons they apply to life, while others object. It is a book written by nomad desert people and it talks about an imaginary God, they say. Both sides can prove or disprove their arguments with some good evidence. What’s left is faith.

I am asked to believe or choose not to believe.

I was reading in 1 Kings 17:7-16 the story of Elijah and the Widow at Zarephath. The Prophet told a widow to give him water and bread. She said that all she had was a little flour and some olive oil. She was going to make bread for herself and her son, eat it and die after. Prophet Elijah said that if she feeds him first, the jar of flour and the jug of oil will remain full and it happened. The widow and her baby took care of the man of God and all lived until the next crop. A biblical story and you can, believe it or not, your choice.

Last week our new Premier announced the formation of a Blue Ribbon advisory board, and began the process of making our province “more efficient.” He told us earlier that he will reduce taxes on Corporations and expect them to revive our economy. This is much like the story about Elijah and the widow. Only Premier Kenney is not a biblical prophet and Corporations may legally be persons but they are not God. I am just a little bit afraid that they will take the money and we will be forced to make the sacrifice and live without the tax revenue.

If the price of heavy crude will not increase, there is very little chance of Alberta making the money we used to make. Right now the USA is the number one oil exporter and the world is not using all the available oil. Why should we get more money for our oil? The main markets are China and India and they are working hard to reduce their dependency on oil. I wish we did the same.

So far I see us making a feeble attempt to reduce oil consumption with Carbon Pricing and some vague regulations but it's not much and there is great opposition.

The solution to our problems is not going to come from trying to sell more oil but from designing and building ways to live with energy which doesn’t kill us.

Over here in southwest Alberta, we have abundant energy even if we only use solar and wind. The problem is storing that energy and there are a number of ways to do that. We have an expert in town who builds energy storage systems. He uses

anonymous at 1-800-422TIPS. Reminder to residents of computer scams, credit cards scams, Grandparent scams, Revenue Canada scams asking for money or cash cards and saying warrants out for arrest, do not give out personal information to persons you don't know.

DO NOT OPEN EMAILS if you are suspicious of its origin. Do NOT purchase gift cards for payment to Revenue Canada. Do not send monies to person claiming you have won a prize and need to send money for delivery.

Crime Mapping Crime mapping is available online to residents who are interested can login online at Municipality of Crowsnest Pass website (RCMP crime map for Crowsnest Pass).

Crime mapping shows property crimes that occurred within the past two weeks in our area.

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clean power, when available, to pump water to reservoirs up the mountain and releases the water when there is no sun and wind to produce clean power. All that’s needed is some initiative and work by our leaders and we can have, jobs, income, and pride in doing the right thing.

Another biblical story that I love is the story of Moses freeing the Hebrew slaves from Pharaoh. Pharaoh led a modern efficient country at his time, built cities and controlled people with a great modern chariot army. The Hebrew economic migrants provided labor in exchange for sustenance and presumed safety. Today we call their kind working or lower class while in the past they were called slaves.

Moses the son of slaves excelled in learning, as happens nowadays also, and led his people out of Egypt. In the process he discovers spirituality and a mighty God called “I am.”

My mind runs up in history from Moses to our time and I stop for a look. I see a modern industrial highly technological world in which billions of people are busy conquering nature and converting the natural order into man-made systems.

There is little or no concern about the fact that men are incapable of successfully replacing what we call God’s natural laws. Gone are the laws of Moses and even the teachings of the one we call Son of God. Again there is a ruling class protected by modern armies using the labor of the numerous disadvantaged people. They control the people with money, credit, and laws enforced by uniformed fighters and a threat of jail.

Zooming in I go to May 8th, 2019 and see thousands of Uber drivers in major cities around the world going on strike. They are the equals of the Hebrew slaves in our generation. Some are telling how they work all of their waking hours and aren’t able to feed their families. The great American dream exploded in their faces but there is nothing else for them to do. Uber is just one example. Many millions of people in the “free world” remember how their parents had a good life, with regular jobs, but they have not the slightest hope for the same.

Have we reached the point in which God will have to intervene and free the slaves from oppression, or are we doing alright?

In the Bible, there are many stories which are meant to teach wisdom. Some people take it to be ordained by God while others believe that the wisdom of humanity has been condensed into the biblical stories. To me, it doesn’t matter. Wisdom should be considered in every decision regardless of where it comes from.

It perhaps is wise to help a guy who does miracles. Not so with corporations who make money on our resources but will go unless we let them take more. Is it wise to work for a miserable existence and not demand more? Again no, if a company makes billions from our labor we should force them to share some with us.

Call it wisdom, call it justice, I am a believer in the main principle of the Bible.

Do on to others as you would like done to you.

Here is a link to my blog: https://thesimpleravenspost.blogspot.ca/ Feel free to check other articles and comment.

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~ Council Briefs ~ DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

... And the winner is Kayla Self of Blairmore, a Palm Springs golf Package worth $2700.00, also featured in the Photo is Lion Bob Budzen who sold the winning ticket.

2nd Prize a $200 IGA Gift Card was won by Isabel Russell of Blairmore.

3rd Prize a $120 Limber Pine Gift Certificate was won by Lori Morency of Blairmore Contributor photo

Category 3 Grant Request – Bellecrest Community Association The Bellecrest Community Association requested category 3 funding to the amount of $1,000. After some deliberation between members of council and taking administrations recommendation of granting $500 to the association, The Bellecrest Community Association was granted $500 of Category 3 funds.

Council also plans to advise the Bellecrest Community Association to increase their Category 2 funding to help with different projects and events they will plan in the future.

Category 3 Grant Request – Bike Rodeo The Bike Rodeo Committee requested a $1,000 Category 3 grant to aid them in hosting a Spring

Fever – Family Fair and Bike Rodeo” event in May at the Sports complex.

After hearing the request council made the decision to point the Bike Rodeo Committee in the direction of FCSS for funding of this project and rejected the grant request.

Crowsnest Heritage Initiative Society – Invitation to 105th Anniversary of the Hillcrest Mine Disaster Council received an invitation to attend the 105th anniversary of the Hillcrest Mine Disaster.

Mayor Blair Painter and some other members of council plan to be in attendance as part of the ceremony on June 19th.

Bellecrest Community Association – 2019 Parade Invitation Council received an official invitation to be part of the 2019 Bellecrest Days Parade on June

22nd. Council will be in attendance and taking part in the parade.

Category 3 Grant Request – CNP Memorial Society The Crowsnest Pass Memorial Society requested a $1,000 grant to help complete a perimeter fence around the Blairmore Catholic Cemetery.

Administration recommended to council that they reject this request and ask that the Crowsnest Pass Memorial Society present a proposal of the project to the Municipality for consideration.

After deliberation on the topic, council made the decision to reject the grant request but also mentioned plans to make room in to 2020 budget for cemetery upkeep.

25th Anniversary Ed Gregor Memorial Stewardship Day – June 1, 2019.

Wednesday, May 15, 2019 - crowsnEsT PAss HErALD - 5

Looking Back

By John Kinnear

The Ents of Flumerfelt To the beeches of Neldoreth I came in the Autumn Ah! the gold and the red and the sighing leaves in the Autumn in Taur-na-neldor!

It was more than my desire - J.R.R. Tolkien So sang the giant Ent, Treebeard, the oldest being in Middle Earth, as he carried the hobbits Pippin Took and Merry Brandybuck on his branches into the Fangorn forest. When I walk among the ancient cottonwoods here in Flumerfelt Park I feel like I am among Treebeard’s kin and that their creaking and moaning in the ever-present wind is in fact their whispers to each other. Stand at the ancient base of one, look up and imagine.

I grew up amongst these cottonwoods, climbed their gnarly old branches and slept under their massive shade on hot summer days. Back in 2005 as we all witnessed the unprecedented 9-11 September snowstorm that stripped our trees so ruthlessly, the old Ents of Flumerfelt stood their ground. The park looked like a bomb had gone off that Sunday morning. It was most disheartening back then but now, as always, the season of renewal has returned to this beloved place and it is good to see these embattled giants preparing to leaf out again. Old soldiers standing guard at the entrance to the Miner’s Path. There may very well be trees there well over a hundred years old.

Fifteen kilometers south of Fernie, just north of the Morrissey Bridge on the east side of the Elk River one can find some of Canada’s oldest cottonwoods. Some have remained rooted in the same area for as long as 400 years and Michael Phillips, discoverer of the Crows Nest Pass, undoubtedly passed by them in 1873 on his way up Morrissey Creek.

There are younger versions of these Morrissey old-timers scattered throughout the Elk Valley and they have taken up residence all along the Elk River. Their Latin name is "populus trichocarpa" but we know them as black cottonwoods.

You know, the ones that make it snow in June!

The ancient Morrissey cottonwoods are a remarkable bunch in that they have survived for so long. Anyone who has grown up around these trees knows that sooner or later wind and time takes them out. When an old cottonwood hits the ground it virtually disintegrates, as it is usually rotten in the middle. Somehow a small cathedral of these trees has endured the forces of nature for hundreds of years in spite of being right at the east edge of the Elk River.

Mary Louise Polzin from Baynes Lake can probably be considered a resident expert on these monsters. She completed her master’s thesis in 1998 entitled: “River and riparian dynamics and black cottonwoods in the Kootenay River Basin” which dealt with these amazing cottonwoods and amongst other things the impact the famous '95 flood had or didn't have on them. Mary Louise literally overwhelmed me with Latin names and subspecies descriptions of the populus family which is extremely complicated due to the fact that populus will hybridize at the drop of a hat.

Tree coring for age of one of the largest trees out there by Polzin revealed that it had been around for at least 400 years, a conservative estimate she tells me considering its rotten core. It is 9.8 meters (32 feet) in circumference and will leave you shaking your head in amazement. While cottonwoods have been known to reach over 150 feet in height their heights versus their diameters generally don't relate. Big old cottonwood tops are repeatedly decapitated by lightning and wind, a fact that has kept the Morrissey giants from standing out visually amongst all the other secondary growth around them.

Trichocarpa is a member of the 'populus" family, one that also includes willows and alders. They are known as pioneer species, that is, the first to move in on new bare ground, something that shifting river courses are good at making.

According to Polzin black cottonwoods belong to a Section called “tachamahaca” (now there's a great word) and include black cottonwoods, balsam poplars, narrow-leaf cottonwoods and nine other species not found in North America. At one time they were classified as a subspecies of P. balsamifera (balsam poplar) a tree that was once one of the most widely distributed of the Canadian forest. They could be found coast to coast and as far north as the tundra.

When Alexander Mackenzie was exploring the upper reaches of the Peace River in 1793 he encountered a dozen or so different species of trees one of which he noted in his diary as a "liard". As a Highland Scot he was no doubt unfamiliar with the flora and relied on the French Canadian voyageurs travelling with him for its name. The tree he noted as liard was in fact a balsam poplar. In old French liard means grey (liard pears are grey). It could be that the tree was named so because the balsam turns grey as it matures.

The barks of the Morrissey giants are almost white now and when sunlight filtering through the canopy hits them they light up in a spectacular and almost ethereal way. Historically the First Nation's people found a variety of uses for members of populus.

Young saplings were made into sweathouses, their proximity to rivers and streams proving quite handy for that activity. Saplings were also woven into baskets and the white seed floss that we curse was used for stuffing bedding. The cambium layer of younger trees proved to have medicinal properties when chewed, the willow having the highest concentration of what is probably acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin).

According to Stewart Rood, a world renowned botanist and cottonwood expert at the University of Lethbridge, cottonwoods: “provide distinctive structural and habitat diversity in riparian woodlands.” Rood stated a few years ago in a Calgary Herald article that: “cottonwood forests are the richest wildlife habitats on the continent” and that: “three quarters of bird species in southern Alberta require cottonwood forests for some part of their life cycle.” It is my observation that arboreal birds like flickers and woodpeckers love them and it is not ususual to see a dozen nest holes in the blunted top of one.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) acquired the land where the Morrissey Ents stand in 2004. It is now part of the Elk Valley Heritage Conservation area, which is more than 25,000 acres that also includes Mt. Broadwood. When I walked the Morrissey grove in 2003 I was astounded at their size and stature. The bark’s thickness and texture is like nothing I have ever seen. It is actually sold to carvers as a good medium for things like: “tree spirits, whimsical houses or christmas decorations.”

Like the giant Douglas Firs at Cathedral Grove on Vancouver Island, the Morrissey cottonwoods stand magnificently against their mountain backdrop. It is a complex riparian environment they live in and support.

Populus trichocarpa rarely live past 150 years so to be able to visit this isolated gem and study the riparian ecology they create was fascinating. It gave me an opportunity to connect with the natural values of that old growth riparian forest. Those values were for me beauty, strength, variety, wisdom, and a bridge that connects a natural history’s past to the present.

A quick call to Lesley Neilsen, NCC’s engagement and communications manager in Victoria, revealed that the trail around those neck straining wonders at Morrissey was closed last May because of hazards she referred to as “widow makers”. That is to say huge branches broken off and hanging up in these behemoths. There is also a lot of debris accumulated on the ground. So I guess if you are interested in visiting these brobdingnagians it will have to wait until the NCC finds a way to make the area safe again. Check NCC’s BC website for updates.

For now one can choose to walk amongst the Flumerfelt giants that train north through the park and up the Miner’s Path here in Coleman. As the path moves closer to and parallels Nez Perce Creek the cottonwoods give way to spectacular giant Douglas Firs that stand guard over this special trail. Many are well over 150 years old and as gnarly looking as a cottonwood. The trail’s ecology is significant enough that the University of Calgary conducted a study of its sheltered ecosystem flora years ago.

As you wend your way north to Rainbow Falls you will find the occasional dead or dying cottonwood with holes pounded into its now pithy interior. Unfortunately along the way you will find that the second bridge, which leads to the 102 stairs that my grandfather built so long ago, is closed. It seems the support timbers for its deck have decayed to the point where it is a safety hazard. Ed Gregor enthusiasts might find their replacement a worthwhile project next month. The path is a Photos from rare piece of heritage and natural beauty combined that we need to protect and preserve. top: Flumerfelt cottonwods in fall; September 2005 FlumerAuthors Note: Brobdingnagian is a rarely used word that comes from Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels and felt embattled populus; one of ten massive Morrissey girefers to human giants from Brobdingnag: “as tall as an ordinary spire steeple.” ants; behold Treebeard in his natural environment; massive black cottonwood bark. John Kinnear photos.

6 – Crowsnest PAss HerALD – wednesday, May 15, 2019

Editorial and Opinions DOnaTiOnS Last week I attended a meeting with eight independent newspapers in southern Alberta in Strathmore and it was an eye opener. I thought I was the only newspaper in Alberta struggling to stay afloat, and I was surprised to see that all of them are facing the same situation as I am.

We are all out there in the vast sea of media trying to figure out how to keep going in the age of social media. Suddenly in that room I didn’t feel quite so alone.

The one issue I brought up was donations and how they handle people asking for them, while choosing to not actually advertise in the paper. In the past few weeks I’ve had three groups approach me for a donation for their event. When I asked them if they are advertising their event in the paper their response was, “no, we are using Facebook”.

In the past I gave these donations and kind of just grinned and bared it but this year I said no. I have limited dollars for donations and this time I’m choosing to use it on groups that use my business for advertising.

The same groups also ask me to cover their events. They love to see their kids’ accomplishments in the paper, yet, the same paper isn’t good enough in which to advertise. This one blows my mind. My new response to this is if we have time we will get there. I have one reporter and guess what, when we have a story meeting we look in the paper to see what’s going on. If it’s in we will cover it, trust me. If it’s not, then we just might not make it.

Over 3000 people see our paper each week, so really if you want an event promoted or covered we really are the way to go.

In 2020 we are celebrating 90 years in this community, the second longest running business in the Crowsnest Pass and we hope to continue but we need the community to support its local business as well as it should all local businesses.

When Justin Trudeau announced his plan to help our industry I laughed, a sad kind of laugh because this money won’t actually come to weekly newspapers but to big chains mostly owned and operated in eastern Canada. I won’t see a dime of that money. In our little independent newspaper meeting I said to our group, I don’t want a hand out by Trudeau, how about he just starts advertising like previous governments used to.

The Crowsnest Pass is the oldest community in Alberta per capita and Alberta Health Services decided to stop their advertising of flu shots.

Well guess what lots of seniors do not have Facebook and my guess, based on the number of phone calls I received asking when the flu shots are, tells me a lot of people were not informed. I must have fielded a few dozen calls from panicked seniors who didn’t know when or where the flu shots were because they weren’t advertised in the paper.

So for my rant of the day, don’t come into the Pass Herald asking for money if you don’t want to advertise your event. Don’t come in asking for a photo if you don’t want to use the paper to promote your event. I’m just a bit sick of giving and giving and yet feeling like I get little in return.

I know it sounds harsh but we are living in desperate times and quite frankly I’m tired of being the place you want a photo for everyone to see but not quite important enough to advertise your message. The Pass Herald has always bent over backwards to cover events that are finacially strapped, it’s our way to help the community forward.

~ Community Update ~ Try a smarter smoothie this summer Alberta Health Services

As temperatures start to heat up, reach for a smarter smoothie to cool you down. Medium sized fast-food milkshakes have about 700 calories and about 100 grams of sugar. That is equal to 25 teaspoons of sugar! (four grams of sugar is equal to one teaspoon). Medium sized fast food smoothies could have about 350 calories and 64 grams of sugar (16 teaspoons of sugar!). Why not try a healthy, delicious, homemade option instead?

Make your own smoothies using low fat milk (or plant-based beverage if you prefer), low fat yogurt and frozen fruit. The result is a tasty treat with no added sugars. You will also avoid all the other ingredients that commercial milkshakes and smoothies may have. In addition to

a lot of sugar they may add things such as: corn starch, carrageenan, cellulose gum, xanthan gum, guar gum, citric acid, or mono and diglycerides.

If you really want to take “healthy” to the next level add spinach, chia or ground flax seeds, tofu or nut butters. Use the basic smoothie recipe below and put your own healthy spin on it. The only limit is your imagination.

Basic Smoothie Recipe: 2 cups (500 mL) frozen or fresh fruit 1 cup (250 mL) lower fat milk or plantbased beverage (e.g. soy, almond, cashew) 1/2 cup (125 mL) low fat plain regular or Greek yogurt (or kefir for a probiotic boost) 5 ice cubes, makes an extra thick smoothie – op-

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tional 1-2 tsp (5 – 10mL) sugar, honey, or agave syrup, if needed – optional Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.

Makes about 3 cups. additional options for more: Protein: - Add 1 tablespoon (15mL) peanut or other nut butter, hemp hearts, or soft tofu.

- Use Greek yogurt or cottage cheese instead of regular yogurt.

If using other plantbased beverages such as almond, cashew, or coconut beverage instead of milk or soy beverage, adding a protein option is a good idea. These other plant-based beverages only have about 1 gram of protein per 250 mL serving.

Fibre: Add 1 tablespoon (15mL) chia seeds,

ground flax, wheat germ, rolled oats, or bran cereal Vegetables: Add ¼ cup (60 mL) kale or spinach Flavour: Depending on the fruit you choose, try adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg, some grated lemon or orange zest, grated ginger, fresh mint, or vanilla extract.

A homemade smoothie is an easy way to add fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals to your diet. Just make sure to use whole fruit and vegetables instead of fruit juices. You generally don’t need to add protein powder as the milk or soy beverage and yogurt will provide the protein you need.

Pat MacIntosh is a Registered Dietitian with Alberta Health Services, Nutrition Services. She can be reached by e-mail, pat.macintosh@ahs.ca.

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BOUQUETS - To Peace Officer Grant Love for his litter picking. Let’s all pitch in and follow his good example. If we see an item it pick it up.

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Letters to the Editor do not reflect the opinion of the Pass Herald. Letters cannot exceed 1,000 words. We have limited space, but we do enjoy printing every article. So please, to allow everyone to express their opinion, keep the letters short and to the point. We do have the right to refuse any letter that in our judgement may contain libel or libelous opinions. Should a litigation result from your letter, you as the writer are responsible but so is this newspaper as the publisher.

The Pass Herald is a family owned community newspaper and therefore reserves the right to refuse any advertisement that in our opinion does not follow our mandate. We cannot accept advertisements or letters criticizing or disparaging other advertisers, companies or individuals or any advertisements directed to a religion or race.

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Simply Selles

by David Selles

With the way social media has developed, you can pry your way into pretty much anyone’s life and come up with your own perception of him or her quite easily.

The main problem with that is a person’s social media accounts don’t always tell the full story of what a person may be going through.

There was a great example of this last week when Daryl Katz, the Owner of the Edmonton Oilers, made his first public appearance in months when the Oilers introduced their new General Manager.

The Oilers have been a bit of a tire fire for the last 10 years or so and with that, an angry fan base has taken out their frustrations on their owner, an owner who hasn’t made many public appearances to defend himself or the team’s performances, which only increased fans’ frustration.

At the press conference last week, the second he was seen, twitter exploded with hateful comments about how terrible he looked.

No one knew exactly why he looked this way but that didn’t stop people from taking to social media to make fun of him.

Shortly after the press conference began, news broke that Katz is actually suffering from a lifethreatening infection that only has a 50% survival rate and has required him to have three surgeries over the past 10 months.

After that information was released, suddenly everyone’s tune changed from mocking him to feeling sorry for him.

It’s a shame that the news on his condition had to be released before people stopped making fun of him.

The fact that people thought it was okay to mock his look before they knew what was wrong shows a lot about what’s wrong with some people.

In no situation should it be considered reasonable to make fun of a persons appearance.

It also shows the downside to social media.

It’s almost impossible to hide the amount of negative comments that were directed towards Katz during his public appearance.

There is almost no chance that he hasn’t seen some of the comments people made.

However, Katz is a smart enough man that he probably realized he would be mocked if he showed himself to the public and did it anyways.

This experience leaves me with two thoughts, kudos to him for doing it even though he knew what the outcome would be and secondly, I hope this is a giant wake up call for all social media users to not only learn all the facts before making a comment on something but also to just be a nicer person.

It’s not that hard is it?

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blairmore CommerCial Well maintained commercial building in one of the best locations in Crowsnest Pass on main street Blairmore. Large 3 bedroom apartment above the commercial floor. Attached garage as well as separate parking area at the back.

Great mountain views. Great opportunity for anyone looking for commercial space together with a nice residence. Many updates throughout the building. $349,000 CALL JOHN MLS

Coleman Fantastic location with lots of sun and great mountain views. This 3 + 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow is situated among mature Douglas Fir trees in the Pineview area in Coleman, Crowsnest Pass. Front drive, as well as, back lane access. Very bright, open floor plan takes full advantage of the beautiful surroundings. Many upgrades throughout the home, including newer windows and a metal roof. Large deck and a fenced back yard. Lots of room to build a large garage off the back lane. $308,700 CALL JOHN MLS

blairmore Condo Very nice condo apartment in a historic building in a central location.

This unit has been expertly updated for the comforts of modern living.

An affordable option whether as a home or an investment. Parking at rear. Ski hill, swimming pool and other amenities within walking distance. $99,000 CALL JOHN MLS

Coleman Fantastic Pineview location. This 3 plus 2 bedroom Family Bungalow backs onto Saskatoon Mountain and the forest.

North side of the valley with lots of sun.

Newer high-efficiency furnace and hot water tank. Full basement development.

24' x 24' garage and paved driveway. Covered back deck. Fenced and private backyard. One of the more desirable locations in the Crowsnest Pass. $289,000 CALL JOHN MLS

speCtaCular moutain vistas Newer, one floor, two bedrooms plus den half-duplex on its own lot in Lundbreck. Main floor laundry, hot water on demand and high efficiency furnace. Perfect for retirement or an affordable second home. Close to Castle Mountain Resort and the new Provincial Park with many different opportunities for active living. Full concrete foundation with lots of storage. Attached heated garage.

Plenty of parking for everything. $223,500 CALL JOHN MLS

lots & land * BLAIRMORE 2250-132 St. 11311 – 19 Avenue

$59,900 $105,000

* BELLEVUE Timberline Ridge Lots 3.01 Acres – Passburg 2211 Passburg Terrace – 3 acres

Starting at $68,000 $144,900 $169,000

* HWY 507 5.04 acres near Lee Lake

$249,000

* COLEMAN Kananaskis Wilds starting at 8309 - 27 Avenue 2321 – 86 Street 2812 - 90 Street - 3.76 acres #27 Riverview Village 22nd Ave. lots

$ 85,000 $ 79,000 $ 89,000 $259,000 $69,900 Starting at $29,000

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CommeriCal * COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS Side Trax Diner 13047 – 20 Avenue, Blairmore Drive-in Commercial Hwy 3-Sentinel

$235,000 $349,000 $249,000

Central Location, close to many amenities. Fantastic and affordable home for retirement or investment property.

Could also be a great starter home.

Updated bathroom, flooring and paint.

Very solid, bright home. New appliances in the kitchen. large laundry room. The property is level and fully fenced. Has an older 14' x 22' garage with paved drive. Private side-yard, with plenty of room for hobbies. Incredible value.

Vendor is licensed to sell real estate in Alberta. Some interior updates still in progress, interior pictures will be posted once this is done. Meanwhile, don't miss a great opportunity. $169,000 CALL JOHN MLS

11 ironstrone drive End unit with luxurious finishes throughout. Two bedrooms up plus a bonus room down. Vaulted throughout and an open floor plan integrates all living areas. Fantastic family room and media room. Two gas fireplaces and central air. Nice deck and private patio. Beautiful mountain views. Luxurious blinds and sun screens. Garage has commercial grade floor finish. Main floor laundry with a sink. Luxury at an affordable price. Ample parking and wide streets make Ironstone Lookout an exception in its class. $395,000 CALL JOHN MLS

Coleman Immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom manufactured home on its own lot in Riverview Village. South-end lot, facing the beautiful Mountain Range. Very bright with lots of parking. Why rent when you can own? Perfect as a starter home or a great spot to retire.

Crowsnest Pass offers all amenities, great health services, and a beautiful mountain lifestyle. $175,000 CALL JOHN MLS

Coleman Well maintained 3+2 bedroom raised bungalow with south facing walkout basement. Recent windows, newer high efficiency furnace, metal roof and nice deck. Main floor laundry with sink. Mature landscaped back yard. Large corner lot with plenty of parking and ample room to build a big garage. $295,000 CALL JOHN MLS

bellevue lots Prime building lots available at affordable prices, starting at $68,000 and up.

Large and fully serviced with all underground utilities. Very sunny location with great view of the valley. If you are thinking about building, now or in the future, Timberline Ridge may be the place. CALL JOHN

Coleman Beautiful double lot and well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home which is landscaped and fenced. Large deck to enjoy spectacular mountain views. Front loading washer and dryer. Everything done with the idea for low maintenance effort.

Plenty of parking in large driveway. 24’ x24’ insulated and heated garage features 10’ high ceiling and 8’ tall door. Fantastic workshop. This property is very suitable as a retirement or a starter home. Crowsnest Pass is a community with lots of energy and plenty of opportunities for genuine Rocky Mountain living. $249,000 CALL JOHN MLS

67 ironstone drive Spacious four bedroom, four bathroom luxury townhome at Ironstone Lookout. This brand-new home will not disappoint. Very bright and open plan design with beautiful woodwork and cabinetry. Large windows take advantage of stunning mountain views. Very special in many details, including a spacious main floor laundry room. Large garage with double car drive. Ironstone is unique in its design, with wide streets and plenty of parking. Incredible price-point for luxury mountain living. $359,000 + GST CALL JOHN MLS

8 ironstone drive Affordable two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow. This ‘one-level living’ designed home has main floor laundry and vaulted ceilings throughout. Uncompromising quality and dependable finishes.

Plenty of storage and ample parking in an over-sized single car garage. Ironstone offers a carefree lifestyle for busy professionals and the actively retired. $329,000 CALL JOHN MLS

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10 – CRowSneSt PaSS HeRaLD – Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Bussing Service Changes for LRSD Students Pass in Pincher Creek and Lundbreck Herald

LRSD

For the past 9 years, bussing services for Livingstone Range School Division (LRSD) students living in Pincher Creek and Lundbreck have been provided by First Student Canada ULC. A recent LRSD transportation financial review revealed that the division cannot afford the current contract with FirstStudent. Beginning in the 2019-2020 school year, LRSD students in these areas will be bussed by LRSD-employed bus drivers on LRSD-owned buses.

“Our experience with First Student has been excellent,” says LRSD Associate Super-

intendent of Business Services Jeff Perry.

“Competent and dedicated bus drivers have got our students to and from school safely and on time. The decision to end the LRSD contract with First Student is entirely financial.” Senior Vice President of First Student Kim Worster comments on the changes. “We are saddened to no longer be able to provide transportation services to LRSD after this school year,” she says. “We want to thank LRSD and its staff for many years of a great partnership. We will be here to assist with the transition, as well as any other operational requirements going forward.”

Kim continues, “First Student remains committed to staying in the community and providing service to our other contracts and to continue providing community-related charter trips.”

LRSD seeks to continue working with bus drivers in these areas. “We invite you to be part of the LRSD Team and be a part of the local solution to student transportation in our division,” says Jeff.

A Livingstone Range School Division employment information package for bus drivers is available by contacting Sandy at 403-625-3356 or goulds@lrsd.ab.ca.

will be closed

Monday May 20 for Victoria Day Regular hours on Tuesday

Notice of applications WindCharger Battery Energy Storage Project TransAlta Corporation has filed applications for a 10-megawatt battery energy storage project in the Pincher Creek area

Proceeding 24454 Applications 24454-A001 and 24454-A002 The Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC), the independent utilities regulator, will be considering the battery energy storage development and interconnection applications in Proceeding 24454. If you feel you may be affected by these applications you can provide input to the AUC to review before it makes its decision.

Written submissions are due May 30, 2019.

TransAlta Corporation filed applications to construct and operate a 10-megawatt battery energy storage project, consisting of three lithium-ion battery units, adjacent to its existing Summerview I and II wind power plants in the Pincher Creek area. TransAlta has also applied to connect the proposed project to the Alberta Interconnected Electric System through the existing Summerview 354S Substation. The proposed project would be located adjacent to the Summerview 354S Substation, in Legal Subdivision 4 of Section 30, Township 7, Range 28, west of the Fourth Meridian, and bounded by Highway 785 to the west and Township Road 74 to the south. The fence line of the substation would be expanded to encompass the proposed project. The applications have been filed under the Hydro and Electric Energy Act.

Additional information about the applications 19052TA1

Privacy To support an open and transparent process, information you send to the AUC will be publicly available through the AUC’s eFiling System. If there is confidential information you would like to file, a request must be made in advance of filing your submission.

The applications and any associated documents are publicly available and can be accessed from the eFiling System on the AUC website www.auc.ab.ca. Alternatively, for more information about what is being applied for, or for a copy of the applications, please contact: TransAlta Corporation Terry Kwas Phone: 403-267-4922 Email: terry_kwas1@transalta.com

Participant information For more information about how you may become involved in this proceeding please contact us or visit our website and review the information under “Have your say” and under “Review process.”

Submissions If you wish to participate in this proceeding, please visit our website and log in to the eFiling System, go to Proceeding 24454, and register to participate under the “registered parties” tab. Alternatively, please contact us at 310-4AUC or info@auc.ab.ca for more information or assistance with filing your submission. The lead application officer, Alex Van Horne, can also be contacted at alex.vanhorne@auc.ab.ca or 403-592-4431.

The AUC may make its decision without further notice or process if no written submissions are received.

Issued on May 7, 2019

Alberta Utilities Commission Douglas A. Larder, QC, General Counsel

www.auc.ab.ca

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12 – CROWSNEST PaSS hERald – Wednesday, May 15, 2019

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS AND NOTICE OF AGM The Crowsnest Forest Stewardship Society’s ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will take place on THURSDAY MAY 23, 2019 AT 7:00 PM in the downstairs meeting room the Blairmore Forestry Office.

Primary on the agenda will be election of officers and finalizing plans for Stewardship Day. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The society is seeking volunteers to serve as directors on the board. The society is a Registered Charity and Non-Profit Organization which had a long history of supporting stewardship of Crowsnest Pass and surrounding forests. We welcome those who are interested in serving as a director or volunteering with the society to contact Lisa at 403632-5204 or attend the AGM.

Municipal development Statistics update first quarter of 2019 DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Building Permits: In 2018, there were 96 building permits issued, 19 extensions, 98 closed building permits and 114 building permits in progress. The project value of construction for residential in 2018 was $5,513,995 and non-residential was $24,605,420.

In the first quarter of 2019, there have been 30 building permits issued, 12 extensions, 36 closed building permits, 98 building permits in progress and there have also been five Fire Inspections completed. The project value of construction to date for residential in 2019 is $1,049,012 and non-residential is at $327,000. Total building

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MUNICIPALITY OF CROWSNEST PASS IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1029, 2019 7:00 PM Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Council Chambers PURSUANT to sections 230, 606, and 692 of the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000, Chapter M-26, the Council of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass in the Province of Alberta hereby gives notice of its intention to consider proposed Bylaw No. 1029, 2019 being a bylaw to amend Bylaw No. 868-2013, being the municipal land use bylaw.

The purpose of Bylaw No. 1029, 2019 is to amend the Land Use Bylaw for the purposes of amending the Schedule 4, Part 46 Cannabis Retail Sales to remove separation distances between Retail Cannabis Stores, Liquor Stores and Public Parks.

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Schedule 4, Section 46, Part i. is replaced with the following:

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100 m

Provincial Health Care Facility; Public Recreation Facilities Schools; Child Care Facilities Cannabis Retail Sales

200 m 300 m

THEREFORE, TAKE NOTICE THAT a public hearing, pursuant to section 692(2) of the Municipal Government Act, to consider the proposed Bylaw No. 1029, 2019, will be held in the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Council Chambers at 7:00 PM on June 4, 2019.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that anyone wishing to make a presentation regarding the proposed bylaw should contact the Development Officer no later than 4:30 pm June 4, 2019. Both written and verbal presentations may be given at the public hearing.

A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the municipal office during normal business hours.

DATED at the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass in the Province of Alberta this 9th day of May, 2019.

Lisa Kinnear, Development Officer Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Box 600, Crowsnest Pass, Alberta T0K 0E0 Phone: 403-562-8833 E-mail: lisa.kinnear@crowsnestpass.com

permit fee’s collected for 2018 was $219,642.96 and the total for the first quarter of 2019 is $12,566. The total building permit bylaw fees collected in 2018 was $4,756.75 and in the first quarter of 2019 there has been $1,650 collected to date.

Plumbing Permits: In 2018 there was a total of 30 permits issued, 11 permits closed and 19 permits in progress.

Through the first quarter of 2019 there have been 9 permits issued, 1 permit closed and 8 permits in progress.

Gas Permits: In 2018 there was a total of 78 permits issued, 0 permits were extended, 54 permits were closed and 24 permits were in progress. Through the first quarter of 2019, there have been 17 permits issued, 0 permits extended, 9 permits closed and 8 permits in progress.

Private Sewage Permits: In 2018, there was a total of 6 permits issued and closed with no extensions and none in progress. Through quarter one in 2019, there have been no permits issued, extended, closed and there are also none in progress.

Electrical Permits: The 2018 period saw a total of 106 permits issued, 4 permits given extensions, 68 permits closed and 38 permits in progress. Through quarter one of 2019, there have been 25 permits issued, 5 permits given extensions, 12 permits closed and 37 permits in progress.

Development Permits: In 2018, there were a total of 15 schedule 3 exemptions stamped (Drawings Required to be Reviewed and Stamped, No Permit Required), 43 permitted use permits issued (Permits Decided by the Development Officer),

37 discretionary use permits issued (Permits Decided by the Municipal Planning Commission), one direct control permit issued (Permits Decided

by Council), 15 not issued (Incomplete / Withdrawn / In Progress), 96 total applications (not including Schedule 3 Exemptions) and 100 compliance letters issued. Through the first quarter of 2019, there have been 7 schedule 3 exemptions stamped, 19 permitted use permits issued, 19 discretionary use permits issued, 0 direct control permits issued, 7 not issued, 45 total application and 23 compliance letters.

Maintenance Work Orders: In 2018, there were a total of 610 work orders created, 555 work orders completed and 47 outstanding safety items or orders. So far in 2019 there have been 328 work orders created, 278 completed and 38 outstanding safety items or orders.

Tourism and Crowsnest Pass Herald Contributor

Business leaders from Coleman to Pincher Creek and everywhere in between gathered in Lundbreck to discuss the future of the tourism industry in the region.

On April 25, the communities of Crowsnest Pass, Town and MD of Pincher Creek, and Village of Cowley partnered with Castle Mountain Resort to facilitate a leadership workshop to explore regional collaboration on building an authentic tourism industry that reflects the character of the region.

Project coordinators Sacha Anderson with Community Futures Crowsnest Pass and Marie Everts with the Town of Pincher Creek pulled together industry leaders from across the region that represented key sectors including accommodations, food services, outdoor recreation, events, attractions and retail.

The workshop included strategic planning, defining of regional priorities, and sharing perspectives of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.

At front and centre of the discussion was the development of a Destination Management Organization led by industry with the support

of local and provincial government.

“A Destination Management Organization in the region can foster sustainable, balanced growth through nature and recreation based tourism opportunities” said Sacha Anderson, Community Economic Development and Marketing Coordinator for Community Futures Crowsnest Pass.

In discussing the value and benefits of a Destination Management Organization the group identified goal setting as a key priority to ensure that the region’s future reflects the unique character of local businesses, residents and organizations.

By drawing on best practices demonstrated in places like Revelstoke and Golden in British Columbia, the region can differentiate itself from the path taken by other Alberta mountain communities like Canmore and Banff where growth is seen to have impacted the quality of life and community sustainability in areas of housing, cost of living, local ownership, traffic and workforce development.

“If we are going to be successful at fostering economic development while keeping balance for people who live here, we need to get the whole area

on board and build a shared vision for the region” said Marie Everts, Marketing, Events & Economic Development Officer for the Town of Pincher Creek.

A series of industry focus groups are scheduled for May 27th and 28th at the Community Hall in Lundbreck, to dive deeper into the specific needs of business and organizations that are at the forefront of the tourism industry in the region.

The focus groups will be an opportunity for those whose bottom lines depend on the success of the tourism industry to put their heads together and chart the path forward.

“They will be fastpaced sessions that tackle tough questions at the heart of building a Destination Management Organization including the funding model, core services, and measures of success” said the focus group facilitator Eric Burton of Factor 5 Group.

Businesses and community organizations that want to participat e in building a tourism vision forthe region and shape the development of a Destination Management Organization shouldcontact Eric Burton at ericburton@factor5group.com or (587) 578-8496.

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For further information contact Mr. Mike Cahoon, Assistant Facilities Coordinator, at (403) 625-3356.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. Candidates are requested to apply online at http://www.lrsd.ca/Careers.php through applytoeducation.com. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Further documentation may be requested at a later date.

IRRIGATED LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Strathmore, AB. 123456 Two pivot irrigated quarter sections of land (NE 25 24 25 W4 and SE 30 24 24 W4) are being offered for tender. The NE 1/4 borders the annexed land of Strathmore while the SE 1/4 is one mile east. Excellent holding or farming property.

For Brochure email: glmuller92@gmail.com or lindy98mac@gmail.com.

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Mr. Ken Sampson, Deputy Superintendent Livingstone Range School Division #68 P.O. Box 1810 Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0 www.lrsd.ab.ca

Canadian Prairie Pickers are once again touring the area.

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New Public Art Project underway in Crowsnest Pass Herald Contributor

Crowsnest Pass is known for its rugged beauty – we are surrounded by windswept mountains, lively forests and flowing rivers.

Alpine lakes and hidden caves dot our landscape, and our skies are a constantly changing canvas.

The raw exquisiteness of

this environment has always been a magnet for artists – attracting a multitude of creative talents to Crowsnest Pass over the last several decades.

Indeed, much of the creative and artistic talent of our community can be seen documented throughout the historic archives of the commu-

nity – be it in the Crowsnest Museum, the Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery or in the architecture of our heritage homes and buildings.

Public art is intended to delight, inspire and to challenge.

And in a community as artistic as ours, it is in-

tended to celebrate the present and to honour the past. The Crowsnest Pass Allied Arts Association is pleased to announce that a new public art project is currently underway and will be completed this spring.

Local artists Donna Bilyk, Lynnette Jessop, Kari Lehr, Karen Tam-

minga-Paton and Joni MacFarlane conceptualized the outdoor exhibit and will be executing it over the coming weeks.

While the details of the final project have not been revealed, visitors to the Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery can be tantalized with the broad brush strokes that

are adorning the exterior walls of the gallery.

Watch over the next few weeks as the project becomes finalized and this incredible artistic vision is brought to life.

This project would not be possible without the support of various organizations and businesses.

Youth Week Top photo: Students from CCHS spent part of Wednesday Morning at York Creek Lodge as part of Youth Week participating in a few games of lawn darts with seniors.

CCHS Teacher Ron Gillespie says it’s a great way for the kids to be involved in the community and that they get something more out of this than just being in class all the time. The seniors won all three matches.

Little Firefighters

Bottom photo: Grade 7 students from CCHS spent Wednesday Afternoon cleaning up Lions Park. The students raked, picked up garbage and removed trimmed branches from the park as a way to be involved in the community for Youth Week.

Kids Kollege spent Tuesday morning learning about fire safety and having some fun at the Bellevue Fire Hall. The kids were able to see how a firefighter dresses up and all the equipment they need to do their job. They were also given the chance to use a fire hose and spend some time in a fire truck.

David Selles photos

David Selles photos

Obituary

RAYMOND “RAY” GUILBEAULT (1928 – 2019)

Born in Rawdon, QC on August 4, 1928, Ray passed away peacefully at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre, Blairmore, AB on May 3, 2019, now completing 90 fulfilling years of life.

Feeling adventurous, Ray left Rawdon, QC as a young man, travelling across Canada. In the years that followed, he found employment at many locations, finally ending up in Coleman, AB in the 1960s where he was employed by Atlas Lumber Co. and R & R Lumber. When in Coleman, Ray made his home on the Michalsky Ranch. He was welcomed by Ted and Connie, and instantly became a member of the Michalsky family.

He resided here for twenty-five years. In 2005, when ill health dictated, Ray moved to the York Creek Lodge where he was very contented and pleased to call the Lodge his new home. Ray always proved to be a dedicated and hard-working employee, but retained a keen interest in prospecting. His quiet times were filled with his dream of one day finding “the mother lode”.

Ray was kind, generous and sensitive, and always a gentleman. He leaves an emptiness in the hearts of all who knew him.

Left to remember and cherish memories of a good friend are Connie, Karen, Terry and Melody Michalsky and their families, as well as his extended family in Quebec.

With respect for Ray’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the York Creek Lodge Residents’ Association. (PO Box 1050, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

Fantin's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements. (403)562-8555

16 – CRowsnest PAss HeRALD – Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Riversdale Resources purchase by Hancock Corporation Hancock now considers Riversdale’s Grassy Mountain project to be its highest priority development project DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

The purchase of Riversdale by Hancock Corporation has officially gone through.

As of May 10th, Hancock now owns 97.02% of the company.

Hancock Chair, Mrs. Gina Rinehart says she is delighted with the purchase.

“For a long time, Hancock has wanted to find a good metallurgical coal opportunity to complement our iron ore projects - both commodities being critical for steelmaking. Grassy Mountain is a good strategic fit for Hancock that adds to our existing iron ore interests in Hope Downs, Roy Hill and Atlas Iron. We look

Bellecrest seniors

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forward to working with Riversdale’s staff and other stakeholders to deliver this exciting project.”

Hancock first became involved with Riversdale in 2018 when they entered the register of Riversdale through a placement of 19.99% of the company at a price of $1.70 per share and a total approximate cost of $100M. Hancock then offered to purchase the remaining shares in February of 2019.

On May 9, the Riversdale board recommended that all shareholders accept the Hancock offer at the increased bid price of $2.70 per share.

Riversdale’s Independent Expert concluded that the offer price was fair and reasonable.

This sale is not ex-

pected to impact the regulatory process.

A Hancock Representative says this purchase will be beneficial to the continued push of the Grassy Mountain project.

“As an experienced developer of tier one minerals projects, Hancock will strongly support and pursue the development of the Grassy Mountain project in line with Riversdale’s existing plans. In fact, Hancock now considers Riversdale’s Grassy Mountain project to be its highest priority development project. The knowledge, skills and resources within Hancock will be applied to support the Grassy Mountain development and to ensure its long-term success.”

As for what this all

means for the community Hancock intends to establish and maintain strong and productive relationships with key stakeholders associated with the project.

“Hancock intends that Riversdale will continue to work closely with the local communities, First Nations, provincial and federal governments and other stakeholders.

The level of engagement and investment in communities and other stakeholders from Hancock will be consistent with that which has been conducted by Riversdale.”

Hancock also recognizes the importance of what has been established here already.

“The existing Riversdale management team, employees and contrac-

tors are critical to the success of the project and have the full support of Hancock. In this regard, Hancock has advised Riversdale that it intends for the company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer to each be based in Canada.

Hancock has also committed to Riversdale’s employees that the Canadian offices will be retained and that the existing Sydney (Australia) office will be phased out.”

Now that the increase to the offer price has been triggered, all shareholders who accepted into the offer before or after the increased price was triggered will receive the increased price on $2.70 per share.

Bake taBle and raFFle!

AGM

You are cordially invited to the Women’s Resource & Crisis Centre’s AGM on Thursday, May 30th at 7 PM. Meeting to be held in room 208 of the Provincial Building. Please access the building through the back security door facing 21st Avenue.

If you have problems getting into the building call 403-562-8000

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS AND NOTICE OF AGM The Crowsnest Forest Stewardship Society’s ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will take place on ThURSDAy MAy 23, 2019 AT 7:00 PM in the downstairs meeting room the Blairmore Forestry Office.

Primary on the agenda will be election of officers and finalizing plans for Stewardship Day. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The society is seeking volunteers to serve as directors on the board. The society is a Registered Charity and Non-Profit Organization which had a long history of supporting stewardship of Crowsnest Pass and surrounding forests. We welcome those who are interested in serving as a director or volunteering with the society to contact Lisa at 403632-5204 or attend the AGM.

The purchase of Riversdale Resources by Australia’s Hancock Corporation has officially gone through. Above photo, Grassy Mountain.

John Kinnear photos