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August 19, 2020 ~ Vol. 90 No. 33 $1.00

Crowsnest Pass

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The beauty of the Pass

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Publisher Lisa Sygutek climbed Mount Coulthart over the Pass Herald holiday break. Read the full story in her editorial on page 6.

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ALL NUMBERS ARE UP TO DATE AS OF MONDAY AUGUST 17.

Province wide, there have been 12,412 cases to date. Of these cases, 1,132 are active while 11,056 have recovered. 224 people have died from the virus. Increases are as follows: 177 on August 14, 86 on August 15 and 96 on August 16.

The number of cases in the South Zone by area is as follows: South Zone total: To date, there have been 1, 725 total cases in the south zone. 1,661 people have recovered from Covid-19 in the south zone. There are currently 42 active cases in the south zone.

Outbreaks in the south zone include South Country Village in Medicine Hat and Friesen Livestock Ltd. in Medicine Hat. Here is the community breakdown of cases in the south zone.

Crowsnest Pass: 2 cases reported, 0 cases active, 2 case recovered.

Pincher Creek (Pincher Creek County and Piikani) 25 cases reported, 2 are active, 22 cases recovered, 1 death.

Fort Macleod: 33 cases reported, 3 cases active, 29 cases recovered and 1 death.

Claresholm: 16 cases reported, 0 cases active, 16 cases recovered.

C a r d s t o n County/Kainai: 102 cases reported, 4 cases active, 93

cases recovered and 25deaths.

County of Warner: 53 cases reported, 6 cases active, 46 cases recovered and 1 death.

Lethbridge: 144 cases reported, 8 cases are active, 134 cases recovered and 2 deaths.

Lethbridge County: 30 cases reported, 3 cases active, 27 cases recovered MD of Taber: 39 cases reported, 2 cases active, 36 cases recovered and 1 death.

City of Brooks: 1,167 cases reported, 8 cases active, 1,149 recovered and 10 deaths.

County of Newell: 23 cases reported, 3 case active, 20 cases recovered Black Diamond /Turner Valley: 30 cases reported, 2 cases active, 28 cases recovered High River: 553 cases reported, 1 cases active, 545 cases recovered and 7 deaths.

Medicine Hat: 68 cases reported, 4 cases active, 62 cases recovered and 2 death.

Vulcan: 18 cases reported, 3 active,15 recovered.

Albertans with symptoms • You are legally required to isolate for a minimum of 10 days if you have a cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose, or sore throat that is not related to a pre-existing illness or health condition.

• The mandatory isolation period is 10 days from the start of symptoms, or until symptoms resolve, whichever takes longer.

Tested positive for COVID-19 • You are legally required to isolate for a minimum of 10 days if you have tested positive for COVID-19.

• Isolation period is for 10 days from the start of symptoms, or until symptoms resolve, whichever takes longer.

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Have symptoms but tested negative for COVID-19 • If you tested negative and have known exposure to COVID-19, you are legally required to isolate for 14 days.

• If you tested negative and have no known ex-

posure to the virus, you are not legally required to isolate. However, it is important to stay home until your symptoms resolve so that you do not infect others.

Close contacts of confirmed cases • You are legally required to isolate for 14 days and monitor for symptoms if you are a close contact of a person who tested positive for COVID-19 (provides care, lives with or has close physical contact without appropriate use of personal protective equipment, or comes into direct contact with infectious body fluids) • If you become sick with cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose or sore throat during this time, you must isolate for an additional 10 days from the beginning of symptoms or until you are feeling well, whichever takes longer.

Travellers • You are legally required to isolate for 14 days if you return to or enter Alberta from outside Canada.

• If you become sick with cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose or sore throat during this time, you must isolate for an additional 10 days from the beginning of symptoms or until you are feeling well, whichever takes longer.

How to isolate If you are in mandatory isolation: • Stay home – do not leave your home or attend work, school, social events or any other public gatherings.

• Avoid close contact with people in your household, especially seniors and people with chronic conditions or compromised immune systems.

• You are prohibited from taking public transportation like buses, taxis or ride-sharing.

• Do not go outside for a walk through your neighbourhood or park.

This includes children in mandatory isolation.

• You can get fresh air in your backyard, if you have one, but you must remain on private property not accessible by others.

• If you live in an

apartment building or highrise, you must stay inside and cannot use the elevators or stairwells to go outside. If your balcony is private and at least 2 metres away from your closest neighbour's, you may go outside on the balcony.

Exemption for testing and emergency care If you or a minor child is in mandatory isolation and need COVID19 testing, critical care for pre-existing medical conditions or emergency care, carefully follow the rules in the exemption orders.

• Pre-arrange your appointment and leaving your isolation area only on the date and at the time of your appointment.

• Follow all instructions provided by 811 or health-care providers.

• Use private transportation where practical.

• Maintain physical distance from others when shared transportation is necessary – travel directly to your appointment with no stops.

• Follow instructions provided by 911 if you require emergency care.

Residents can also download the Covid-19 exposure tracing features on smart phones and apps like AB trace together, which can anonymously notify people that they may have been exposed utilizing Bluetooth. Many healthcare professionals feel this is of huge benefit to anyone and everyone that has a smart phone and will help slow the spread of the virus in our community.

Albertans are encouraged to wear non-medical masks in public when it's difficult to maintain physical distancing of 2 metres at all times.

Wearing a homemade or non-medical mask in public is another tool to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

It hasn’t been proven that masks protect the person wearing it, but it can help protect people from being exposed to your germs.

Masks should complement – not replace – other prevention measures.

Continue physical distancing and good hand hygiene, and stay home when sick.

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In the lIne of fIre Between July 27 and August 3, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 79 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

Three (3) assaults, one (1) threat/harassment, three (3) mischief (vandalism), three (3) thefts, one (1) impaired driving, four (4) disturbing the peace, four, (4) other criminal code, eleven (11) other provincial statutes, four (4) motor vehicle collisions, eleven (11) assistance to general public, seven (7) suspicious occurrences, four (4) assistance to other agencies, two (2) 911 calls, two (2) animal calls, 1 (one) municipal bylaws and five (5) lost/found.

ATV Fail On July 26, 2020, at approx 8:30 pm, the RCMP received a complaint of an atv which fell off a trailer and hit a vehicle on Highway 3, west of Coleman.

Fallen Bike On July 27, 2020, a complaint was received regarding a dual sport motorcycle left at a campsite on the Highway 532 area.

The registered owner was contacted and was unaware where bike had fallen off. The owner was advised of the location.

Found Backpack On July 28, 2020, police received a found backpack containing various items but no identification. The pack was found at Crowsnest Lakes boat launch.

Suspicious Male On July 29, 2020, complaint was received regarding a suspicious person at Crowsnest Mall parking lot. Police attended and found an outstanding warrant for a 32-year old male for breach of probation from Calgary Police Services.

The man was arrested and released on documents for Calgary Courts.

Vehicle Theft On July 29, 2020, a complaint was received regarding the theft of a vehicle from a property west of Coleman. The vehicle was located at a friend’s residence in Coaldale.

Charges pending.

Lost Wallet

On July 29, 2020, police received a complaint of a lost wallet between gas stations in Blairmore and Coleman.

No nothing On July 29, 2020, during a traffic stop on a vehicle on Highway 3 in Coleman, a 22 year-old male was charged with no driver’s licence, insurance or registration.

Rock Throw On July 29, 2020, police received a complaint of two youths throwing rocks at train travelling in Blairmore. Patrol was made but the youths were gone.

Erratic Driver On July 31, 2020, a complaint was received about an erratic driver.

When both vehicles stopped the drivers exchanged words. The registered owner of a truck company has charges pending.

Piggy Bank Broke On August 2, 2020, a complaint was received regarding the piggy bank in Flummerfeldt Park. The bank was broken into and money was taken.

Assault On August 2 ,2020, police received a complaint regarding a disturbance at Lundbreck Falls parking lot. Police attended and arrested a 53 year-old male for assault.

Dog Left On August 3, 2020, a complaint was received regarding a dog left in a vehicle at McGillivray Flats staging area. The complainant was concerned for the safety of the animal as it was 35 degrees and the owner had been away from the vehicle for at least 45 minutes.

Note to residents - please do not leave your children or animals unattended in vehicles when the weather is hot .

Between August 3 and August 10, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 61 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

Two (2) threats/harassment, two (2) mischief (vandalism), four (4) thefts, two (2) impaired driving, three (3) disturb-

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ing the peace, two (2) other criminal codes, nine (9) other provincial statutes, fourteen (14) driving complaints, three (3) motor vehicle collisions, eight (8) assistance to general public, three (3) suspicious occurrences, three (3) assistance to other agencies, one (1) 911 call, one (1) false alarm, four (4) lost and found.

Suspicious Youths On August 3, 2020, at approximately midnight, a complaint was received regarding suspicious youths checking vehicles on 18 Ave. in Coleman.

Patrol was made but youths not located.

Not Clowning Around On August 3, 2020, approximately 9-10:00 pm on Dairy Road in Bellevue, police received a complaint of suspicious male wearing clown mask following a female.

Vehicle Theft On August 3, 2002, at approximately 5:30 pm, a complaint was received regarding the theft of a vehicle parked on 133 Street in Blairmore. The vehicle was recovered on 25 Ave. in Coleman. A 21 year-old male and a 25 year-old female were arrested for possession of stolen property.

Intoxicated Male On August 4, 2020, a complaint was received regarding an intoxicated male on Crowsnest Lakes.

The complainant was concerned for safety of the individual. A 30 year-old male was arrested for public intoxication and uttering threats to the police.

An arrested was made and charges were made for uttering threats. Justice Hearing was held and the individual was released on documents for Court.

Lost Wallet On August 4, 2020, RCMP received a complaint regarding a lost purple wallet in Bellevue.

If anyone finds wallet, please turn into detachment.

Another Lost Wallet On August 5, 2020, police received a complaint of lost black wallet at Chinook Lake . If anyone finds wallet, please turn into detachment.

Tire Theft On August 6, 2020, RCMP received a complaint regarding the theft of two tires from area of 18 Ave. in Coleman. The theft occurred the night before.

Suspension On August 8, 2020, complain was received regarding a possible impaired driver. The vehicle was located in Coleman and a 50 year-old female driver was located and given 24 hours drivers licence suspension. The vehicle was towed.

Outstanding Warrants On August 7, 2020, in Blairmore, a 29 year-old male was arrested on outstanding warrants. He was also charged with resisting arrest. A Justice Hearing was held and he was released on documents for Court.

Found property A backpack was found at Crowsnest Lakes.

Between August 10 and August 14, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 43 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

One (1) assault, one (1) break and enter (residence), one (1) break and entre (other), one (1) theft of motor vehicle, three (3) thefts, two (2) disturbing the peace, two (2) other criminal code, three (3) other provincial statutes, seven (7) driving complaints, two (2) motor vehicle collisions, three (3) assistance to general public, one (1) suspicious occurrences, six (6) assistance to other agencies, two (2) false alarms, four (4) animal calls, three (3) municipal bylaws, one (1) last and found.

Outstanding Warrants On August 8, 2020, a 36 year-old female was arrested on outstanding warrants from Calgary Police Service. The female was released on documents for Calgary Courts.

Outstanding Warrants On August 11, 2020, a 22 year-old male was arrested on outstanding warrants from Lethbridge Police Service. A Justice Hearing was held and the defendant was released

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Found Plate On August 12, 2020, police received a found motorcycle plate in the Hillcrest area. The owner was contacted and the licence plate was returned Saddle Bag Theft On August 11, 2020, police received a complaint regarding the theft of items from motorcycle saddle bags. Stolen items include a Harley Davidson rain suit, a tool kit, gloves and chaps. The theft occurred on 224 streets in Bellevue.

Stolen Truck On August 11, 2020, a 2017 Dodge Ram truck was stolen from 84 Street in Coleman. The theft occurred over the previous weekend.

Stolen Canoe On August 12, 2020, a 14 foot green canoe was stolen from Crowsnest Lakes. The boat was tied to a tree. The offence occurred sometime over the past week.

Stolen/Not Stolen On August 12, 2020, a vehicle with Washington plates that was believed stolen was found on

Highway 3 in Crowsnest Pass. The vehicle was located at a gas station. The males in the vehicle were heading to Edmonton to pick up another vehicle for their employer. No Covid concerns were present. Border crossing was contacted and confirmed vehicle was under the commercial vehicle category.

Break and Enter On August 12, 2020, police received a complaint regarding a break and enter at a residence.

The complainant could see shadows in the unoccupied residence on 223 street in Bellevue. Police attended but no one was inside the residence.

Break and Enter On August 12, 2020, a complaint was made regarding a break and enter of a locked shed on 19 Ave. in Coleman. A large cart, skis and snowboard were stolen.

Anyone with information regarding any crime is urged to contact the Crowsnest Pass RCMP Detachment at 403562-2867, or Crimestoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-422TIPS.

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Community Futures announces Resiliency Program DAviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Community Futures Alberta Southwest, Crowsnest Pass, and Highwood Announce the Building Business Resiliency Program.

Created as a direct response to the impact of COVID-19 Community Futures Alberta South-

west, Community Futures Crowsnest Pass, and Community Futures Highwood are announcing their collaboration to deliver the Building Business Resiliency Program.

This program has been created as a direct response to the impact of COVID-19 on the many

small-to- medium-sized enterprises within our regions. Entrepreneurs are often described as the drivers of our economy. As a society, we help support, sustain, and grow the health of their businesses. In turn, this program is designed to support the entrepreneurs operating these

businesses.

The goal of this program is to provide much needed educational and coaching support to affected business owners, thereby increasing the chances of these businesses’ recovery and continued operation and retention. The program will also encourage collaboration between affected businesses.

This program supports business owners of all walks of life and all stages of business ownership (from start-up to well established), who have businesses located in the participating Community Futures offices’ service regions.

All services and sessions will be offered for free. The program offi-

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cially kicks off August 24, 2020, and the first workshop (“Personal Resilience”) runs August 26, 2020, with more workshops to follow.

One-on-One business coaching will also be available to participating entrepreneurs. Several three-week webinar series on relevant business-related topics, such as strategic planning in the new reality, financial strategies, getting the business up and running again, HR considerations, and more will follow throughout the year.

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Editorial Well the holidays are over and boy were they fantastic. I ran, I hiked, I swam, I golfed and I spent time with my boys.

When I was in university my summer job was working at the Frank Slide Interpretive Centre.

From that job I learned how to public speak, I learned about the history of our beautiful community and I spent time with a lot of people who enjoyed hiking. So, I got into hiking.

When I first got married Lyle and I would often hike, we had dogs at that time and I took them everywhere and I even learned how to rock climb. I loved it because it was so challenging.

Then I had kids and they pretty much became my entire life. I went from doing all the things I enjoyed to indoor playground, kindergarten helper, swim coach, soccer coach, hockey mom, swim mom and everything in between with my boys. I enjoyed each and every second with them.

Well ... my boys aren’t little anymore and I have found, like most people when this happens, that I feel a sense of loss. I was warned years ago not to build my life around my kids and like most things I didn’t listen. So, the sense of loss is ultimately about myself and my role in life now that this part of the journey is starting to end.

When Keiran was born Lyle’s mom made me a framed stitching that said, “Give your kids two things, one is roots and other is wings”, and I honestly took those words to heart.

So this summer I decided to remember all the things I used to love doing and boy like everything I do, I didn’t go half way.

I climbed up to the Bridge of the Mastadon, I couldn’t figure out how to get on the bridge, but I sure got up to it. I then climbed Racehorse Peak, Ma Butte, Mount Coulthard (fornt page photo), Mount Tecumseh and Thunder Mountain in the Livingstone Range. In one week I climbed over 5000 metres of mountains.

I tried rock climbing again, and with all the weight I lost running up mountains, I find that I’m pretty good at it again, I’d even go so far as saying really good.

I have ran a lot. I have done five out of the seven legs of Sinister 7 and run up our beautiful ski hill at least three times a week. I even got invited for a run on the Mini-taur course on Goat Mountain with the fantastic Susan Lowe-Wylde and I kept up.

I find in nature that I have a lot of time to reconcile my life. People talk about meditation grounding you but I find that running in the mountains, hiking the peaks, they seem to ground me.

I have swam beside Quinn in the masters club at the pool. He kicks my butt and most times I just watch him swim. If you can describe beauty, it’s Quinn in the water. It’s like he cuts glass when he moves.

I have enjoyed every second of this summer. I’m really tanned and pretty toned. I have strong legs and arms and I feel like I am powerful.

Some of the things that God is taking away, I am finding new things to replace it.

I am finding that I’m okay alone and not always surrounded by the noise of my boys. I used to say to everyone when the house was noise and disarray that we would miss it and I do.

When you have been surrounded all your life with people that love you it’s hard to be alone, but in the alone I think we find a little of ourselves again.

Perhaps I am no longer the mother of three young boys, but a woman with purpose and power.

I think somewhere along the lines I forgot that.

So here’s to the 90th Anniversary of the Pass Herald, which we will celebrate in next week’s issue. Here is to the closing of a magnificent summer and here is to the awakening of a new and purposeful life for myself and Quinn who I will drag along, even if he’d rather sit and play video games.

I hope you holidays were as magnificent as mine but like all good things I guess at some point it had to end.

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Polish Cobatants’ Update Dear Editor; Dear Ms. Sygutek, you and I connected on Facebook Messenger regarding the Polish Combatants’ Association, Branch #22 in Coleman, Alberta. I was looking to connect with either a descendent of one of the Polish veterans or some familiar with the history. It is my hope that you may be able to locate such a connection for me.

Our Association will be holding its biannual convention in Calgary on the long weekend of May 21 to 24, 2021. The celebratory banquet will be held on Saturday evening.

While out west I would be interested in swinging by Coleman to explore the history of the branch. We, the younger generation, are interested in preserving the history of our fathers, mothers, and grandparents during, and following, World War Two. Should be able to located any descendants of the Polish veterans, I would like to invite them to attend our banquet.

Please find enclosed a summarized history of the branch. This article com-

prised one small chapter of a book published to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Association.

Background: Following World War Two, a small number of Polish soldiers of the Polish Second Corps, were allowed to immigrate to Canada on the condition that they agree to a twoyear work contract, mostly in mines, forests and on farms. They found themselves dispersed across the entire country, often alone, with a poor knowledge of the English language.

As with any immigrant groups they sought comradeship and support and the Polish Combatants’ Association in Canada, formed in 1946 while still in Italy, came to Coleman as Branch #22.

Following the Soviet occupation of Eastern Poland in September 1939, many of these soldiers had been imprisoned or forced into slave labour in the Russian wilderness (especially Siberia) before joining the reborn Polish Armed Forces while still in the Soviet Union. They

eventually fought in Italy, most notably at the final battle for Monte Cassino in May 1944. With a hope to liberate their Soviet occupied homeland and the World War Three a distinct possibility, the Association name reflects that the soldiers still consider themselves combatants and not veterans.

The following is the Branch #22 history as summarized in the Book “Road to Freedom, 1946-1996.”

History: Coleman is a coal mining town in the Rocky Mountains. Most of its inhabitants work in the mines and it was there that the combatant who settled in the area found work.

Branch #22 was established in March of 1950.

Mr. Roman Mryc was elected its first president.

This large branch was able to hold its meetings and organize events at the Polish Hall, owned by the Polish Mutual Aid Society.

Not forgetting their duty to celebrate national and military anniversaries, the combatants’ priority, nevertheless, was to help on

another.

Within a few years the branch becomes less active, for the simple reason that many of its members moved to other parts of the country. By 1957, the branch had less than 10 members. In reality it was no longer operational.

However, the members simply could not accept the fact that a branch of an organization, which embodied their ideals, would cease to exist and no formal decision was made to disband it. The remaining combatants kept in touch with the National Executive Board of the Association and with other branches (for example, they would buy decorative studs to be placed in the staff of the branch colours).

The combatants remained active in the life of the Polish community in Coleman and annually raised funds for the War Invalids’ Fund and organized events to celebrate Poland’s independence in November. Especially active was Mr. J. Moscianica, who was decorated with the Cross of Valour during World War Two, and later with the Cross of Merit.

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Letter cont’d from page 6 1966 was an important year for the Coleman combatants who organized events to mark the Millennium of Poland’s Christianity. A year later, they celebrated Canada’s Centennial Year.

In 1967, the combatants, especially Mr. A Golab and Mr. J. Stawniczy, worked to reactivated the branch. They received invaluable help from Mr. J. Moscianica, Mr. W. Baziuk and Mr. J. Kowalski. The branch elected Mr. T. Golab as president and Mr. J. Moscianica as secretary. The new executive held a membership drive as a result of which branch membership increased considerably.

Their hard work was recognized by the National Executive Board, which awarded the Bronze Combatants’ Cross to Mr. A. Golab, Mr. J. Kowalski, Mr. J. Moscianicz and Mr. J. Stawnicki.

By 1968 the branch had 27 members. Unexpectedly, fortune smiled upon it when the Polish Mutual Aid Society, formed in the 1920s, suffering lack of members, decided to disband and pass the ownership of the Polish Hall to the branch. Although it took some time before the branch officially became the owner, it was the de facto owner of the Hall. The building needed renovations and, in order to proceed with the necessary work, the branch held a fund-raising campaign. in 1969, the annual general meeting of the branch was held in the newly renovated Hall.

The branch suffered a painful loss when Mr. J. Moscianica, to whom it owed its survival though his perseverance and determination, died in a mining accident on January 25, 1970.

The branch continued to grow and by the early 1970s it had 35 members.

The Women’s Auxiliary was formed, making the combatants’ work so much easier. Its first president was Mrs. M. Musial. Members of the National Executive Board visited the branch: Mr. Mieczyslaw Szczecinski, Mr. Teodor Barankiewicz, and Mr. H. Grajewski. Four branch members were decorated with the Silver Combatants’ Cross: Mr. Edward Kumiszczi. Mr. Stanislaw Maciejewski Mr. Wladyslaw, Musial and Mr. Antoni Golab.

In 1971-1972 the branch donated money to numerous organizations and causes, among them to the Adam Mickiewicz Foundation in Toronto, the General W. Sikorski Institute in London, England, and the Reconstruction of the Royal Palace Fund in

Warsaw, Poland. Money was also donated to the local school for sports awards, to a nursing home, towards construction of a swimming pool and to the War Invalids’ Fund.

Branch members mourned again when two combatants passed away: Mr. W. Badzioch and Mr. W. Cichy.

In 1971, branch members mourned again when two combatants passed away: Mr. W. Badzioch and Mr. W. Cichy.

In 1971, branch members had to opportunity to meet with Mr. A. Bohomolec, a crew member of the Polish tall ship “Dal.” The national vice-president of the Association, Mr. Grajewski and Mr. Jan Kott and his wife, Teresa, also visited the branch.

On January 31, 1979, branch members paid their last respects to Mr. Stanislaw Maciejewski. Mr. Maciejewski fought in the September Campaign when he was taken a prisoner of war.

In a branch as small as the Coleman one, the departure of even one member was highly noticeable.

By 1987, as reported in the minutes of the annual general meeting, the branch had 16 members. Once again, the branch was in crisis. Its members were combatants who worked in extremely harsh conditions in the local mines and were tired from 11-hour days.

There was not much optimism among them.

The visit of the national president of the Association, Mr. Janusz Bucko, in 1989 re-energized the branch. A special meeting was organized during his visits at which a new executive board was elected: Mrs. Helen Kropiniak as president; Mr. Mieczyslaw as vice-president; Mr. Wladyslaw Wojtaczk as secretary; Mrs. Monica Primrose as secretary responsible for Canadian Affairs; Mr. Russell Primrose as treasurer; Mr. Wladyslaw Baziuk and Mr. Jan Proc as member at large.

The following combatants were the mainstay of the branch since its establishment: J. Moscianica, Roman Myrc, J. Kowalski, Antoni Golab, Eugeniusz Rojek, W. Szulc, T. Kurjata, Z. Golebiowski, Helen Kropiniak, M. Stawnicki, Edward Kumiszczo, Stanislaw Maciejewski, Jan Proc, T. Dreja, Karol Ostrowski, Bronislaw Sabajtis, Wladyslaw Baziuk, W. Cichy, J. Cichy, Gabriela Proc, Jadwiga Kumiszczo, C. Baziuk, Zofia Maciejewska and S. Smokik.

Henry Sokolowski Treasurer, PCA in Canada, Toronto hsokoltor@gmail.com 905-569-0642

John Pundyk.CoM 403

Royal LePage South Country Real Estate Services Ltd. BelleVUe Stunning mountain acreage with municipal water and sewer. Year-round stream feeds spectacular fishpond, stocked with rainbow trout. 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. High ceilings with open floor plan. In floor heat and wood burning stove.

Large master bedroom with ensuite. 31’ x 26’ heated garage and 200 Amp power service. Paved driveway with RV parking. Greenhouse and garden. $935,000 CALL JOHN MLS

26 KananaSKIS coURT Spectacular south-facing mountain lot. Northside of the valley, off Alberta Forest Trunk Road, and Forest Reserve. Sun exposure all year round. Suitable for a walk-out bungalow looking towards the South Range and the Flathead. No timeline to start building. 1/3 acre with all required services: water, sewer, power, gas, cable, telephone. $127,000 CALL JOHN MLS

7 IRonSTone Immaculate one level condominium with an attached oversize single car garage and main floor laundry. This-two bedroom, two-bathroom Coleman home is south facing with beautiful mountain views, and a deck off the dining room for a BBQ. Central air and airy open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. Beautiful hardwood floor and granite counters. $319,000 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman Six bedroom, 5 bathroom home facing the Flat Head Mountain Range. Incredible views. 2 gas fireplaces. High ceilings 3 levels. Total of 4,544 sq. ft developed with 3,144 sq. ft above grade. South facing walkout basement. Large decks.

Two soaker tubs. 4 pc ensuite in the master bedroom. Two-piece ensuite in a bedroom on lower level. Laundry room on each floor.

Great for growing family and entertaining. Attached double car. $629,000 CALL JOHN MLS

HIllcReST Fantastic value for the most discriminating buyer. This very large 20' x 76' modular home was built in 2002.

Excellent location with fenced yard in Monte Vista Park. 3 bedroom, plus a large Bonus room. Brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring just installed. Bright, spacious kitchen.

Beautiful large deck and 12' x 16' outdoor shed. $114,900 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman Newly refreshed 2 bedroom, main floor apartment condominium. New flooring, paint and newer appliances. Unit is close to laundry room and steps from the backdoor to the parking lot. Affordable, high quality accommodations in beautiful Crowsnest Pass. $105,000 CALL JOHN MLS

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562-8830 jpundyk@shaw.ca 270 acReS 270 acres + 200 acre seasonal lease on the east side of the Old Man River. Mixed land with very good pasture. Natural springs and good water. Newer house with unparalleled mountain/river views. Attached garage. Heated modern shop which can accommodate large, tall equipment. Clean, clear pond on property. Affordable ranch at the foot of the Canadian Rockies. $1,200,000 CALL JOHN MLS

BlaIRmoRe One of a kind historic brick home located on an extra-large corner lot in Blairmore. This five-bedroom, four-bathroom home was built in 1920 with brick.. Self-contained apartment on second level. Amazing decks and backyard. Huge lot. Possibility of building another home without compromising the existing living and outdoor spaces. 24’ x 38’ garage, large garden shed and fenced RV parking. Phenomenal value and potential. $499,000 CALL JOHN MLS

BelleVUe Fantastic opportunity for commercial location along busy Highway 3. East and West bound traffic access. Currently occupied as a successful fly-fishing shop, known to fly fishermen throughout Canada and the U.S. Can be sold as a business to someone wishing for a change of pace or for a property that can be re-purposed. C1 zoning allows for different opportunities. High traffic volume in front of the property. $435,000 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman Solid 2 bedroom home with a newer 16x26 garage. Located on corner lot, very sunny Coleman location. Great mountain views. Fenced yard and RV parking. Affordable mountain get-away or revenue property. Very solid foundation for home in this price range. Crowsnest Pass offers tremendous opportunity for mountain enthusiasts. $135,000 CALL JOHN MLS

PaSSBURG DRIVe Affordable 3 acre lot with a well. Perfect place for a modular home and a large shop. Short drive to Crowsnest Pass and world class recreational areas that include fly-fishing, backcountry hiking, skiing and sledding. Incredible mountain views. $145,000 + GST CALL JOHN MLS

lUnDBRecK HoTel Live and work next to magnificent Alberta Rockies in Lundbreck.

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The Simple Raven’s Post

by Avner Perl

Freedom I was born and raised in an era of a freedom fighting wave. It was the end of colonialism and there was never a news broadcast on the radio or in the newspapers that didn’t talk about some nation or people fighting for freedom. All of Africa was at war against the colonizing nations. The far east was struggling and nations were celebrating their independence anniversaries. They still do.

I was in Israel when the Jewish people were setting up a free state for themselves, and the Palestinians were fighting to keep theirs. I went to the US and Martin Luther King was marching with people who demanded their rights. I arrived in Canada and shortly after we were repatriating our constitution.

The fight for freedom was raging. Eighteen-year-olds were demanding to have a drink legally, and non-smokers wanted not to sit next to smokers in airplanes. We fought to let women take jobs they could do and get equal pay. It wasn’t easy. The whole fight for universal medicare was raging and Quebec was demanding to have French as their first language.

Freedom is a funny beast. I remember a popular phrase at the time saying, “your freedom ends at the tip of my nose.” As with all things, some agreed and others didn’t. There are no simple solutions. Society chose to make laws that restrict individual rights and punish those who break them. Safeguards were institutionalized to avoid the tyranny of the minorities by the majority.

We were facing a new era when people had enough laws and rules, figuring that they will benefit personally if there are fewer restrictions. Now the majority reached a comfortable level and demanded a rest from freedom fighting. A new world was born. As always in nature and reality, things go in cycles. The pendulum swings higher and higher until it reaches a limit.

There are always people on both sides of the freedom equation. I tire of going a hundred km/hr on a straight empty road and I speed up. Out of nowhere comes a police cruiser and I get a speeding ticket. I know I was safe, but this guy in shiny shoes infringes on my freedom “just to make money.” I am mad.

I heard an interview with a couple who are proud Bikers for Trump. The man said, “my freedom doesn’t end when you feel uncomfortable.” The woman was crying that if Trump doesn’t win again, the world will be destroyed and her five kids will have no future. They were both riding with automatic guns to their State capital

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to protest having to wear medical masks. I hate to make a mother cry for her kid’s future, but If they win their freedom, I will most likely die.

On Canada Day I saw protesters in front of our parliament buildings in Ottawa with the same message. The lockdown, they said, was killing our economy. Do they know that we can afford to keep all Canadians alive and housed even with the lockdown? There will be no money for large profit margins on investments, but enough for the essential needs. In hard times drastic measures are required. Some parents may have to stay home cook and look after the kids, but we will survive.

We fought for many years to keep Cannabis from people. Many people, often minorities, were jailed, and we spent much tax money on investigating and prosecuting offenders. People fought for the freedom to use Marijuana, and in 2018 we legalized it. I am looking around me and I can’t see an increase in crime or any of the predicted evils that those opposing the herb predicted.

Now I am witnessing a new dangerous trend developing in the name of freedom. A message appeared on my phone from a friend. It talks in detail about a microchip developed in secret by the government, and it’s meant to control people. A video is attached with a very professional person describing that it is the sign of the devil.

According to them, the “chip” will be injected into us with a vaccine against COVID 19 when one is developed. The evil implant will mark people with the sign of the beast, damning them to eternal torment after death. Here on earth it will cause great social upheaval and bring about a one-world government that will make all of us into slaves.

Normally I consider conspiracy theories humorous at best. I often marvel at the fact that there are so many unintelligent folks who believe the most unbelievable lies and often spend money and effort to avoid imaginary dangers. Freedom has many forms and if we take it away, we will toss the good with the bad.

However, this time a conspiracy theory is threatening my life and the lives of most of my closest family and friends. We are making noble efforts to avoid being infected by the ongoing pandemic. Governments are spending vast amounts of tax dollars to hasten the development of a vaccine, and people are staying awake nights at work to do it.

I abhor the possibility that all the great sacrifice and effort will be wasted. Some followers of fanatical sects can derail all the effort in the name of freedom and place the rest of us into unnecessary risk.

Should we treat them as we treat attempted murderers? Do we need to give up democracy and bring a more authoritarian system of government? I don’t know.

One thing that I know is that there will always be freedom fighters and they will always be viewed as terrorists by those who deny them freedom. Humans are meant to debate, educate, argue, and strive to reach consensus. That is how the species evolves, and only God knows why. Life is wonderful because it offers so many choices.

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

Crowsnest Pass ProteCtive serviCes - supporting a safe community

Fire & Rescue, Community Peace Officer Program and Agriculture/Field Services

Fire Rescue Crowsnest Pass Fire Rescue were quite busy around the August long weekend with primarily calls for service in the backcountry. We’ve had hikers lost, significant injuries from OHV accidents, and mountain top long line helicopter extractions, to name a few. In each of these incidents, they are preventable with a little extra planning, cautiousness, and working within experience levels. Though we conducted successful operations in each of these incidents, it cannot be understated how easily a fun, enjoyable experience in our backcountry can turn to a life changing event.

In person fire training has finally returned under very strict protocols.

Since the start of COVID, we transitioned to an “online” training program which was an innovative adaptation to the situation. We have a cuttingedge training platform which allows members to complete assigned training modules from the comfort of their homes. Virtual meeting and training sessions were also held so that the group could get together without the physical contact. It is important that we don’t let our guard down until the conclusion of this pandemic, but you can be assured that when you need us, we will be there for you. We love talking about what we do and would be thrilled to chat with you. We are still 100% operational and are continuing to safeguard against COVID-19.

- Jesse Fox - Fire Chief

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Riversdale meets with council with a detailed report Pass Herald staff

Members of the Riversdale executive team met with council for an update on the proposed Grassy Mountain area mine on Tuesday, August 5. The summary of the project is as follows.

Regulator Update The Notice of Hearing was announced on June 29. The request of participation deadline is July 20. Riversdale response to requests have to be in by July 27. Submission filing dealine for Benga is August 24 while submission filing deadline for other parties is Septmeber 14. Response filing deadline for Benga is September 28th. Deadline for motions is TBD (10 days prior) and the start of the hearing is TBD in October 2020.

The group gave a project time from past to future. Exploration began in 2013 to 14, scoping study in 2014, feasibility study done in 2015, Environmental Assessment began from 2015 to 2017, regulatory from 2017 to 20021, construction from 2021 to 2023 with production beginning in 2023.

Asset retirement in 2046.

Municipal Council had some concerns regarding the projected mine. The issues brought forth from council includes water management, air polution (dust), noise pollution form the project and associated infrastructure, light pollution, public health concerns, particularly in relation to coal stockpiling and the prominence of the loudout to a hospital, visual impact concerns arising from the project and the loadout site, weed control and other environmental maintenance, changes to road traffic and access and the creation of a SociCommunity Economics Effects Advirosty Committee (SCEEC) similar to the one requried of the Teck Resources Ltd. Environmental Assessment Certificate for the Baldy Ridge Extension Project.

The Riversdale team then broke down each issue raised by council.

Water Management Plan (WMP) Water from the project site will be captured, collected and treated prior to being released to Blairmore and Gold Creek. Mine contact

water will be kept separate and treated to remove selenium and other water quality constituents.

Non mine contact water will be directed to sedimentary ponds and released when suitable.

WMP aligns with the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan.

No direct withdrawl of water from any local or regional watercourse will occur.

The annual total volume of water from the project will be sourced from surface runoff and groundwater within the identified mine area.

Benga will collect surface water runoff using a series of collection ditches, sumps, pumps ad sedimentary ponds.

Benga will implement progessive reclamation to reduce the amount of disturbed area at any given time to reduce erosion.

There is no tailings pond(s) required for the project.

Air Quality/Human Health There will be NO coal stockpiles at the loadout or close to the

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community. All stockpiles will be located at the CHPP. Air monitoring program began in spring 2016, consisting of six dust monitoring stations (one at the plant site and five around the community) and an Air Quality Monitoring Station located on the lower portion of the golf course near Hwy 3 that is collecting particulate matter, SO2, NO2, CO, O3, air temperature and pressure, relative humidity, wind speed and direction.

Modelling demonstrates that Alberta Air Quality Objectives (AAQO) were met for all averaging periods for SO2, NO2and CO at all locations outside the mine permit boundary.

The Human Health Risk Assessment, which as been reviewed by Alberta Health and Health Canada concluded that air emissions from the mine will not have significant effects on human health.

The Project did not increase the predicted frequency of odours in communities.

Management strategies will include a combination of real time data acquisition, and passive air quality sampling for particulate dust, dust suppression (water, tackifier, HVAC) for point source and non-point source generation including crushing, sanding, sand-blasting, roads.

Noise There will be less than one train per day visiting the loadout structure. This minimal increase in train traffic should not cause a noticeable impact in the community.

Noise from the loadout will be less than 2 dBA for most residents which is considered minimal and within AER guidelines for Alberta.

Health Canada provides another measure of noise and health, by suggesting a measure of annoyance. The maximum change in annoyance associated with the Project is 0.7%, which is well below the Health Canada threshold for mitigation of 6.5%.

Other Mitigations: minimal blasting during cloud cover; blasting to be limited to smaller more localized blasts, reducing amount of explosives used;

blasting to occur only on weekdays during typical day-time hours with approximately four to five blasts per week; haul trucks routed along the western slope of the south disposal area to provide noise shielding between the operating equipment, earthen berm and the residential receptors to the east; vegetation adjacent to high-activity linear corridors (e.g., access roads, coal conveyor) will be retained to reduce the extent of noise and visual sensory disturbances to the extent possible; BengaCommunity Notification Program will ensure that local residents, including the golf course and other recreational users of the area, are kept informed of blasting days and times.

Lighting/Visual The EIA includes a description of existing ambient night-time light levels at the project site and at any other areas where project activities could have an effect onlight levels or the visibility of Project operational activities during the day.

It also includes a summary of expected light level changes at night.

Other Mitigations: Use of low visibility spectrum lights in light stands, designed with directional shades to minimize illumination above the lights horizontal line and to direct light to the illuminated feature; implementation of an on-demand and adaptive light management strategy (i.e., activated when needed) at the rail loadout during times a train set is not onsite for loading during night-time hours; the overland conveyor system will not be equipped with any additional lighting structures, as lighting would be provided by the associated access road lights; mobile lighting set ups on the waste rock disposal area(s) would only be used when needed, and will be equipped with low visibility spectrum lights; mobile lighting set ups would be positioned (where possible) at the base of existing high points (such as the noise mitigation berm) to reduce their associated viewshed.

Weed Management Benga will follow the AENV Weed Control Act and Regulations including the implementation of a weed management plan.

As required by the Weed Control Act and Regulations, all identified noxious and invasive weed species populations will be controlled prior to any site disturbance and mine operation to prevent the further spread of weeds.

Benga environmental personnel will be trained in weed identification and will complete visual inspections of reclamation, active mining areas, and legacy mining areas prior to mine development for the occurrence of noxious weeds.

All weed occurrences are controlled on an 'as needed' basis. Mechanical treatment and herbicide applications are utilized for control.

Control methods will be dependent upon factors such as: the type of weed; the scale of the weed problem; and the location of the weed problem.

Highway 3 Traffic The addition of site related traffic will increase highway volumes by approximately 2 percent and would not cause significant deterioration of the operation of nearby intersections, nor appreciably increase wildlife strikes.

Additional turn lanes into and out of the mine access road will be required for safety and have been discussed with Alberta Transportation.

Within the project area, speed control and wildlife awareness measures should minimize potential for wildlife –vehicle accidents.

Community Committee Benga’s community relations department is working on a draft proposal for a Community Advisory Board.

The proposal will go to the Benga Executive team in the fall for ratification and feedback.

Benga would be happy to share more information on the Community Advisory Board with Council when it is complete and approved by the Executive team.

Council did not ask a lot of questions as this meeting was an information session.

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Part-Time Temporary Housekeeper Horace Allen School Applications are now being accepted for a Part-Time Temporary (4 hours per day) Housekeeper at Horace Allen School located in Coleman, AB. For further information please contact Mr. Mike Cahoon, Assistant Facilities Coordinator, at 403-625-3356. Apply online at http://www.lrsd.ca/Careers/jobs.

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. This position will commence on a mutually agreed upon date.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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RANCHLANDS VICTIM SERVICES SOCIETY UNIT Employment Opportunity Part Time Assistant Coordinator for Crowsnest Pass Ranchlands Victim Services Unit works in partnership with the Crowsnest Pass, Pincher Creek, Piikani, Fort MacLeod, and Claresholm RCMP detachments to provide support, assistance, information and referrals to victims of crime and/or tragedy.

This part-time position requires a self-motivated individual to provide the Victim Services program service delivery to support victims of crime and tragedy in these communities on a regular and consistent basis. This position would provide a liaison between the Ranchlands Victim Service Unit, Child Family services, community agencies, criminal justice system, social services and RCMP. This position is subject to Grant funding.

Responsibilities of this position focus on providing targeted services to ensure that victims of crime can access their rights as victims as outlined in both the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights and the Alberta Victims of Crime Act. The key to this service is the building and maintaining of relationships with the victim(s) that may require a facilitated referral approach. Relationships with community agencies/stakeholders and with other community representatives/members are also significant service targets. Additionally, it will be vitally important to participate in activities that promote victim services. The goal is to provide a consistent, safe response to all victims of crime.

Qualifications/Skills Required: • Post-secondary education in the human services field or equivalent related experience and education • Excellent problem-solving, time management and organizational skills • Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with staff, volunteers, RCMP members and other community partners and stakeholders.

• Ability to work with diverse populations and people in crisis • A willingness to sometimes work a flexible schedule to accommodate events • Must be proficient in the use of technology • Must have a valid driver’s license • Must obtain and maintain an enhanced RCMP security clearance • Ability to work within RCMP-VSU operational policies and procedures • Complete all training through Alberta Justice and Solicitor General • Knowledge and experience working in the Criminal Justice System would be an asset Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Application Deadline: August 31, 2020 Submit resume via email only to: shelly-anne.dennis@rcmp-grc.gc.ca Shelly-Anne Dennis Executive Program Manager Ranchlands Victim Services Society Unit We thank you for your application however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Couch, Chair, End Tables, Ceramic Crocks, China Cabinet, Radios, Toys, Lamps, Kitchen are once again touring the area!

Stuff, Corningware, China, Polaroid Camera, Paying Cash For Coin Collecti Tools, Pannaers, Gun Scabbards.

Silver & Gold Coins, Royal Can. Mint Sets.

Also Buying Gold Jewelry

With to Rick: $ Love rolls, bags $ We purchase

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In my heart your memory lingers, sweetly tender, fond and true; There is not a day, dear father, that I do not think of you.

I will be okay, Dad. I’m your daughter. I wield a mighty sword.

I’m armed with what you taught me, and gave me the courage to just be me. loved forever and always in my heart.

Miss you every second of every day... lisa

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or boxes of silver coins Dear Son, although you are gone; The memories are so dear; Toare arrange a free,thoughts discrete in-home visit And there so many of your everyday throughout the year; call Kellie at 778-257-8647 Bonded since 1967 And words cannot express the pain that is felt at losing you; Since the day you were taken home to our Lord; life has never been the same; And so many hearts are missing you as this time comes round again

PAYING HIGHEST PRICES

Love you Rick, forever and always; love Mom, Wayner Wes, lindsay, luke, Joe and emily, Shar, Mark, Taylor and Mitch, Steph, louis, Gina and Maria

And now that man who loved me, and wrapped me in arms so strong Has gone where I can't reach him but my love for him lives on.

No one knows how much I miss you; no one knows the bitter pain I have suffered since I lost you; life has never been the same.

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We held you when you Came into this world A beautiful gift from above You grew into a fine young man A man everyone loved You were a hero and a treasure As short as your life was And you brought so much pleasure As a talented young man does We will always remember you From the moment you were born Until the last breath you drew Forever your loss we mourn We held you when you left this world With a sorrow ever deep And try to accept how one so young Has met with eternal sleep One day we will meet again Altho’ we know not when To laugh, to love, you will never leave For this we pray, for this we know You told us to always believe always loved, always remembered dad, nola, Judge, Grammy and the rypien family Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, But by the moments that take our breath away. ~ Maya Angelon

Wednesday, August 19, 2020 - crowsnest PAss HerALD - 15

Obituary

JOHN ARTHUR SHARP July 3, 1953 ~ August 7, 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Sharp on August 7, 2020 at the Crowsnest Pass Health Centre, Blairmore, AB. He was 67 years of age.

John was born in Vulcan, AB on July 3, 1953 to proud parents Helma and Fred Sharp. He grew up on the family farm and matured into a handsome and hard-working young man who captured the heart of a lovely young lady, Dorothy Chesney. The happy couple wed on July 7, 1978 and they went on to raise a beautiful family and create countless wonderful memories together. In 1983 they made the Crowsnest Pass, AB their home.

John worked for Teck for many years as an equipment operator and when he wasn’t working, he could be found doing yard work, or cruising around town on his lawn tractor. He also loved going camping and, more than anything, spending time with his family and grandkids. John’s was a life well lived and he will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Left to mourn his passing and celebrate his life is his wife, Dorothy Sharp of Blairmore, AB; his children, Courtney Ainsworth, Kelly (Jason) Halberg and Monica Sharp; his grandchildren, Jordan, Ben, Seth, Tailor, Rilee and Skyler; his extended family and many friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, Helma and Fred Sharp; his son, Derek Sharp; his brother, Bill Sharp; and his sister, Rose Fox. A private Graveside Service was held. A Gathering of Family and Friends was held at the Sharp residence on August 12, 2020 from 1:00pm until 3:00pm. Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by Angels Within Us – Pincher Creek Foundation (PO Box 911, Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

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

Obituary

MURIELLE CARLSON 1960 ~ 2020

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Murielle Carlson, beloved wife of John Carlson of Bellevue, Alberta, who succumbed to an aggressive cancer on August 3, 2020 at the tender age of 60 years.

Marie Yvette Murielle Lapointe was born on February 19, 1960 in Jonquiere, Quebec to proud parents, Gerard and Aurore Lapointe. She and her six siblings were raised with an appreciation for faith, family and community.

Murielle was educated in Quebec and at the age of twenty, she moved to Alberta to raise a family. She had several suitors in her day but only one man captured her heart, John Carlson. They pledged their love in marriage on August 21, 2004 and made the Crowsnest Pass their home.

Murielle provided for her family with dedication and self-sacrifice. She gained employment with the Canada Post Agency and later opened the popular ice cream shoppe so many of us have enjoyed. She was a member of the Bellevue Legion and loved to walk her cherished dogs, being outdoors often, sending gifts to family and friends and time spent with her children. Murielle loved life and smiled often with her positive outlook and charismatic nature. She will be fondly remembered and dearly missed.

She is survived by her devoted husband, John Carlson; her beloved son, Nathan Lapointe; her precious step-children, Jeffrey (Alison) Hansen-Carlson, John (Danielle) Carlson, Jillian Hansen-Carlson and Natasha (John) Haluck; her precious grandchildren, Jordyn, Piper, Beck, Jack, Rylan, Serentiy, Gauge and Saige; her siblings, Rene (Christine Girard) Lapointe, Lucille Lapointe, Celine Lapointe, Joel (Linda Girard) Lapointe and Dino (Nancy Pageau) Lapointe; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and her many friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Gerard and Aurore and her brother, Martial.

The Prayer Service was held on Monday, August 10, 2020 at 7:00 pm at Fantin’s Funeral Chapel (13461-20th Ave) in Blairmore. The Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 11:00 am at Fantin’s Funeral Chapel with Fr. Joseph Nagothu presiding.

Donations in memory of the late Murielle Carlson may be directed towards the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca) or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca. as well as video streaming information.

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

Obituary

Daryl Dypolt October 26, 1950 – Blairmore, Alberta August 1, 2020 ~ Calgary, Alberta

Daryl Dypolt, beloved husband of Wendy Dypolt (nee Rayner), of Calgary, AB, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the age of 69 years.

Daryl was born in Blairmore, AB, on October 26, 1950. Daryl graduated from Isabelle Sellon High School. He moved to Calgary, AB, in 1972 and met the love of his life, Wendy, in 1973. They were married (for the first time) on December 29, 1981 and again July 28, 1988. Daryl and Wendy moved to Deer Ridge in 1985 and raised their three daughters surrounded by all their amazing neighbours.

Daryl accomplished much through his life and his career in the paving industry expanded 46 years! He originally began his journey as a labourer on the manhole crew for Galelli Construction and continued on to Conmac, Lafarge, was co-owner of Bow River Paving as well as JD Max and spent 20+ years with Maco Paving until his retirement in 2016. He was a proud member of the Deer Ridge Community Association as well as the Bow River Basketball Association. He shared his passion and the love of the sport by earning his Level II Coaching Certificate and coached his three daughters for many years. He continuously tucked his sweat pants into his socks no matter how embarrassed the girls got. You always knew when Daryl was in a gym. His whistling and yelling skills were unparalleled by any other!

Daryl had a passion for wood working and "tinkering" in the garage. He made numerous unique boxes out of rare woods. He loved to be warm and vacationed in tropical climates and Tennessee, but had the worst travelling luck. (Stories to be shared!) Daryl enjoyed cooking, entertaining, spending quality time with family and friends and listening to eclectic music, loudly. When he wasn't building a bonfire, he was roasting a pig, smoking a brisket or bacon and baking bread and donuts. Daryl and Wendy loved hosting dinner parties and family events. Everyone has commented that Daryl has been the glue to keep his family and friendship circles together. His fashion sense has also rubbed off onto others. It wouldn't be party attire without denim coveralls. He also puttered in the garden with his wife and secretly loved large rocks, rusty, dusty things and solar lights. Their garden has inspired a menagerie of critters to visit; many squirrels (that are strongly encouraged to live elsewhere), flocks of birds, seven skunks, a racoon (yes, a racoon), rabbits and bobcats.

Daryl was a survivor. He survived a horrific car crash in 1970, a previous heart attack, ruptured spleen, neurological issues with his feet, a hemorrhage after intestinal surgery and cancer.

Besides his loving wife, Daryl is survived by his three daughters, Alicia Dypolt-Hall (Byron) of Medicine Hat, Nicole Dypolt (Mitch Leis) of Calgary and Deana Dypolt a.k.a Princess (Michael) of Calgary; and five grandchildren, Traeh, Rehn, Samarah, Alexis and Bruce. Daryl is also survived by his siblings, Donna (John) of Hillcrest, Bev (John deceased) of Airdrie, Doug (Ruth) of Oakridge, Tennessee and Milton (Stella) of Coleman; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Daryl was predeceased by his mother, Angelina Irma Dypolt (nee Fantin) and father, Milton Dypolt and adopted fur baby, Mr. Whisk.

A Celebration of Daryl’s Life was held at McInnis & Holloway (Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, AB) on Friday, August 21, 2020. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Daryl’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com.

16 – Crowsnest PAss HerALD – Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Price of progress Monica Field

… in the words of John Prine, describing Paradise, Kentucky: Then the coal company came with the world’s largest shovel And they tortured the timber and stripped all the land Well, they dug for their coal till the land was forsaken Then they wrote it all down as the progress of man.

I have watched, for years, as destructive landuse practices and development expanded through the headwaters of the Oldman River, and wondered: Have we lost our sense of gratitude and

reverence for our rivers?

Have they become nothing more than a low-value commodity, a resource to be squandered until they cease to exist? This is how we, as a society, seem to feel, and it’s how our government acts when addressing industrial and other land-degrading applications.

Nothing is sacred.

Nothing is priceless.

It’s as if it’s been quietly decided that our finite natural resources exist for nothing more than blind, short-sighted, exploitation.

The Government of Alberta’s view: If land has no potential for timber harvest, mineral or petroleum production, it’s sterile. I’ve heard this term,

“sterile land,” used by government employees, and I can’t recall any resource extraction proposals being denied, regardless of their anticipated impact on the environment. Not even a stunning assembly of profound natural values is viewed as a game-stopper.

I’ve come to believe that, even if unicorns were discovered in the forests and mermaids in the streams, industrial projects would still proceed … that nothing is more compelling and precious than promises— often false—of jobs and money. All other values, even clean drinking water, become incidental concerns. Society seems to accept the ongoing loss of life-sustaining biodiversity in its increasingly

desperate attempt to extract profit.

I’ve been told by my MLA that all industrial project proposals will be “rigorously reviewed,” and the Minister of Energy has offered similarly “robust” assurance. Are these statements valid?

What I see is a long history of failure. Government regulations don’t translate into on-theground protection of the environment, and there’s an apparent lack of commitment by the government to enforce its stated mandate. Also, there are seldom any meaningful consequences for violators. I make these observations based on decades of assessments, dozens of examples.

Here in Alberta, industry appears to police itself under the un-watch-

ful eye of government.

And when a citizen reports a violation, she, not the infraction, is seen as the problem. The message: Get out of the way; don’t stand in the path of progress.

Back up two steps and look toward the mountains. We all love the mountains. We go there to recreate in the shade of cool mountain streams. We all see value in nature, even if some recreational users tear up the land, drive other users away, and degrade the watershed. Everywhere on the public lands we love there’s shrinking beauty. There’s mud, dust, and a prevailing perception of chaos. It’s a place where, to quote from my song, Mountain Freedom, “there ain’t no bleepin’ rules.”

It sounds romantic to have no rules, to have freedom. But, if everyone is allowed to do exactly as they wish on the land, we end up living in the wild west, where bands of bullies hold the keys to the headwaters.

The answer: Meaningful regulations and effective enforcement are required to protect the “commons” for common good.

A question emerges at forest’s edge: How can Albertans have such a deep appreciation for the land and its vital watersheds while constantly allowing the sacrifice and degradation of these priceless resources for some individuals’ personal pleasure and for a select few corporations’ short-term economic benefit?

How tHe Pass Pool is going to look tHis year Pool schedule has changed again as of August 8 until August 22 • The new schedule changes are public swims are now 7-9pm • Monday- Thursday and Friday 6-8pm.

• Afternoon public swims have been replaced with our preschool lesson block.

We still want to reinforce that people must socially distance in line to enter the facility and well as in the pool, as well as we recommend that patrons stay for an hour only to allow more others to access the facility.

The last day we are open for the season will be Sunday, August 30th We still have a couple time slots available for private lesson bookings between August 17-21 Last day of masters will be Thursday, August 27

Daily aDmissions Child (3-8) - $3.00 • Youth (9-17)- $5.00 Adult (18-64) - $6.00 • Senior (65+) - $5.00 Family - $20.00

swimming lessons Parented - $55.00 • Preschool - $66.00 Level 1-5 - $55.00 • Level 6-10 - $62.00 Private - $25.00

5X FleX Pass Child (3-8)- $12.00 • Youth (9-17)- $20.00 Adult (18-64) - $24.00 • Senior (65+) - $20.00 Family - $80.00

Pool Rental 40 people maximum - $150.00