moulding as well as masonry work and introduced a few extra columns, which gave a greater harmony to the building. The materials and methods we used were all in keeping with original materials and techniques. How can the City of Fernie, the Fernie Museum and other organizations like Tourism Fernie work to preserve and promote Fernie’s built heritage? I believe that it would be a good thing if the City of Fernie would offer tax incentives to owners who do historic restorations – because in the long run it is clear to me that a well preserved historic commercial and residential area in Fernie would lead to higher property values and ultimately more taxes for the city, as well as a much more prosperous community generally.
residential buildings to understand their buildings, the history attached thereto, and wherever possible provide pictures or plans to aid in restoration work. As for Tourism Fernie, they need to assist in the commercialization of our heritage asset; nothing protects heritage better than financial gain that is linked to the exploitation of heritage. It is a fact that not all people see heritage for the intrinsic treasure it is – but everyone sees that value if there is a profit in it for them. Gordon Sombrowski has undertaken a personal project through a website entitled EdwardianFernie.ca with the purpose of encouraging building restorations and hopefully linking to information and resources for restoration. One of his aims will be to create an annual prize for the best restoration completed each year in Fernie.
I think it very important that the Museum make available resources that assist the owners of commercial buildings and
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