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Fernie Academy does Grease - Page A2 FERNIE

Academic and athletic awards - Page B3 SPARWOOD

Family golf day fun Page A4 FAR

Bright Beginnings kids had their own graduation on Monday, which included a visit from P.Y. the Clown. Turn to page A18 for more pictures or visit www.thefreepress.ca.

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Conservation officers search for poachers By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

Crime reports Pages B9 and B11

onservation officers are asking for help to find poachers who shot dead a sow black bear with two cubs. The officers received reports of the shooting and are trying to find the very young cubs, which will not survive on their own. The bear was shot near where the railway bridges cross Michel Creek on Corbin Road, just south

Celebrate Canada Day! Prentice Park Near the Elk Valley Hospital Sunday, July 1st Begins at 12:00 pm

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of Highway 3 near Sparwood on Wednesday, June 20, between 5:30 and 6 p.m. “Shooting a sow with cubs is a violation under the wildlife act,” said Conservation officer Trish Burley. “Most people are aware that it is both technically and ethically wrong. I am sure other people must have passed the men who shot her, as there would have been miners going on and off shift.” The two men seen at the site are

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described as both in their mid 20s to early 30s, in a newer blue Dodge truck, which was parked by Corbin Road. It is black bear hunting season until June 30, but hunters need a licence and a tag, and are not allowed to shoot sows with cubs. The two cubs are believed to have been born just this year, and are not likely to survive long without their mother. “Conservation officers received some information and responded,

then found evidence at the scene,” said Burley. “Ideally we want the suspects to come forward themselves as soon as possible. A lot of people are really outraged by this. We hope either the suspects or witnesses will come forward soon.” If anyone has any information they should call the anonymous Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) hotline at 1 877 952 7277.

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Academy show goes down like Greased Lightning By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

he T-birds and Pink Ladies came to town this month in the Fernie Academy production of Grease. It was a three night event, June

6, 7, 8 at the Catholic Hall in Fernie, and the entire high school was involved. There was even a special guest performance by the TFA Glee Club accompanied by the Grade 10 class.

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Flood warning issued for the Elk River By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

flood warning was issued on Tuesday for the Elk Valley, after heavy rain had the B.C. Rivers Forecast Centre concerned about flooding. Although already on a flood watch, the valley’s potential for flooding was upgraded to 'significant’ on Tuesday

morning due to significant rises in river levels, then upgraded further to a flood warning that evening after 35 mm of rain fell during the day, with another 25 mm expected Tuesday night. The advisory from the centre on Tuesday evening read, “Significant rainfall has already occurred in the East Kootenay over the past six to eight hours, with significant and rapid river level rises expected overnight

and into the early morning. “Flood conditions are expected throughout tributary rivers in the East Kootenay, including the Elk River at Fernie.” As The Free Press went to print on Tuesday night, the advisory was still in effect. However, Environment Canada was forecasting a drying trend towards the end of the week. See www.thefreepress.ca for updates.

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Swinging in the rain By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

sabella Dicken students in Fernie have been learning to drive, chip, pitch and putt, thanks to the Junior Golf

program at Fernie Golf and Country Club and support from local businesses. Despite the rain, the kids had a lot of fun learning from the pros during the five week course.

Welcome to Wildcat Days By Jenna Jensen Black Rock News

lkford is gearing up for one of their biggest annual celebrations, Wildcat Days. From June 29 to July 2, Elkford residents and visitors will be having plenty of fun participating in and watching many different events. With everything from tug of wars to go carts, live bands to slip and slides there is something for everyone to enjoy. Special this year will be one of the first events of the weekend. The Preschool Dance, from 5 to 6 p.m. will be the first formal event to be held in the new Elkford Community

Conference Centre. "And very fitting," commented Mayor McKerracher at the grand opening ceremony. The annual SMS Charity Poker Tournament will take place on Friday at 5 p.m. with SMS donating 50 per cent of all proceeds to the Elkford Sled Dog Society. Friday evening will see inflatables, a scavenger hunt, and fireworks lighting up the sky at dusk. A pancake breakfast will kick off Saturday and all those attending can fill their day with many fun filled events. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. and local arts, crafts and creations can be found all day

at the craft and trade fair. Kids will be amazed at the events taking place on Saturday afternoon with a reptile show, air brush tattoos, a clown and cotton candy booth just a few things happening. The nightlife will kick off at sunset with live bands and good parties at all of the local watering holes. As the weekend winds down, the fun keeps happening with Sunday seeing Canada Day celebrations. With face painting, free swimming, slo-pitch and more, Elkford welcomes all to Wildcat Days! Please see the full schedule of events inside this issue of The Free Press.

Grade five students get ready to head out in the rain with Zach Traverse. Photo by Anne Majic

Coal Miner Days boost

Dean Juneau from East Kootenay Securities Inc. presents a cheque for $500 to Renee McCormack from the Sparwood Coal Miner Days Society. Submitted photo

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Training Betsy in kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; play therapy By Sylvie Ann Hulburd Submitted

puppy is being trained by a Fernie woman to help children using play therapy. CAPT, or Canine Assisted Play Therapy, is a type of child therapy in the form of clinical social work. Eleven-week-old Betsy, a Bouvier des Flandres puppy, is undergoing training to

do such work at Fernie Counselling and Consulting. Betsy is being trained to be a psychiatric service dog for our community. In the next year she shall receive training from Cheryl Hulburd MSW RSW, a clinical social worker and Play Therapy candidate, as well as local dog trainers, Denise McKay and Cathy Smith-Clark. Betsy will continue training for Play Therapy purposes and other community based

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new 4,000 square foot warehouse is currently being built in Cranbrook to better store food and supplies for the food bank. The food bank provides 4,500 hampers per year to Cranbrook and area, including Jaffray, Wardner, Yahk and RDEK Area C. The new space will help the society become more financially sustainable by reducing operational costs. This larger warehouse facility also enables local community donations to go further because of optimized storage systems, and the society will be able to purchase more bulk items, reducing the overall costs of food purchases.

The society has been fundraising toward this goal since 2007 and is excited to move into the new space at the end of June. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We would like to thank all of our contributors for making this new space a reality, including Columbia Basin Trust, Lions Club, Rotary Club, community member donations and Miller Custom Builders, who are providing their services at a reduced rate,â&#x20AC;? said Brian Smith, Director, Cranbrook Food Bank. The Food Bank is run solely by volunteers and through the donations of the local community. For more information, to donate or to volunteer, contact Brian Smith, Director, Cranbrook Food Bank at 1 250 489 3650.

projects to help treat children with a wide range of difficulties. CAPT puppies begin training by being handled by a variety of people to get them used to and accustomed to interacting with many people from an early age, and are taken into public facilities of all kinds such as airports, bus stations, restaurants and shopping malls. Her intensive training will entail a number of different activities and interactions that are used to accomplish

therapeutic goals. These brief activities are tailored to the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personality and therapeutic needs. In addition to the extensive activities training, the dogs that successfully complete the training are able to remain calm even under conditions of high stress and chaos. Please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid to ask to pet our little bundle of fluff in hopes that she will, one day, be able to walk down the streets of Fernie as a registered service dog.

Sparwood Family Golf Day fun By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

parwood family golf day on June 16 at Sparwood Golf Club was fun for

young and old. Twenty families went along to practice their swings, and the kids especially loved learning to putt.

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Easy riders at the Slow Mo Rodeo By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

he Slo Mo Rodeo (Kids With Cancer Motorcycle Tour) arrived at Fernie Alpine Resort on Thursday, June 21. Over 100 riders from all over Alberta took part in the four-day tour which started in Red Deer and

visited Canmore, before coming to Fernie for a night at Lizard Creek Lodge. When the riders arrived at Fernie Alpine Resort they participated in the fun ‘Slo Mo Rodeo,’ a test of their balance and motorcycle handling skills at slow speed. They then headed off to Kicking Horse Resort, then

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home on Sunday, June 24. The annual fundraising event for the organization has raised over $1 million dollars to date and 100 per cent of the participant pledges go directly to support children with cancer and their families enabling the organization to provide more than 40 programs and services.

By Adam R. MacDonald Contributor

lk Valley groups have been working together to create a healthier Elk River. On May 30, 41 participants from various industries, organizations, and governments all agreed to work together in mapping out a plan that will reduce the stress being put on the river. “We all depend on this river,” said Lee-Anne Walker, organizer of the event, “it’s the lifeblood of our communities. Everyone has a role to play in deciding its drinkable, fishable, and swimmable future.” The workshop began by providing participants with information about the Elk during a virtual

flyover, which flew from the headwaters at Petain Glacier to the river's mouth at Lake Koocanusa. The group then generated dialogue and learned from one another, discussing concerns and possible solutions that would help residents and users of the Elk River to live within the river's natural limits. The main discussions revolved around how to prevent selenium and nitrate pollution from local mining and how to reconcile the positive effects of a growing economy with the harms caused by the continual rise in both residential and touristic use of the river. Participants expressed a desire for the formation

of a watershed council for the Elk River, similar to the Fraser Basin Council or Okanagan Water Board, to help solve these issues. “True collective action will happen,” said Walker, “when decision makers fulfil their role for areas in their control and demonstrate r e s p o n s i b i l i t y, accountability, and transparency in stewardship of a healthy watershed.” Interested parties, along with all levels of government, are invited to the Elk River Alliance focus group on October 3 to initiate a formal planning process, and to begin the formation of an Elk River watershed council.

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Water Smart Ambassador The District of Elkford has hired Scott Maartman as our Water Smart Ambassador for the summer. The Columbia Basin Water Smart Initiative (Water Smart), developed by CBT, helps local governments assess their water conservation needs and develops plans to reduce community water consumption. The District of Elkford is committed to reducing its water use by 20 per cent by 2015. From May to August, Water Smart Ambassadors will be carrying out residential irrigation audits and promoting water conservation awareness and education. Contact Scott to sign up for a free Lawn and Garden Water Assessment. Scott will assess your lawn and garden needs by doing a soil and landscape analysis. You will receive a free garden hose timer or rain sensor when you get an assessment. To book your appointment, call Scott at 250.910.4028 or email him at watersmart@elkford.ca. For more information, please visit www.cbt.org/watersmart.

2012 Property Tax Notices, Annual Utility Notices & Home Owner Grant Applications

The District of Elkford 2012 Property Tax Notices and the 2012 Residential Utility Notices will be mailed out by May 25th, 2012. If you do not receive your notice by the end of the first week of June, please contact the District Office. To avoid the 10% penalty, all payments and eligible Home Owner Grants must be received before: July 3, 2012 at 4:00 pm If your financial institution makes your property tax payment and if you are eligible, you will still need to claim your annual Home Owner Grant and also pay your annual utilities notice (water, sewer, solid waste) before July 3. Unclaimed Home Owner Grants and unpaid utilities are also subject to the 10% penalty. The District Office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. We will be closed for the statutory holiday Monday July 2, 2012.

Fawning Season Residents are encouraged to exercise both caution and common sense this spring, as the fawning season approaches for deer. Late May through June is historically the time of year does give birth to their fawns. Does will drive away their offspring from the previous year and look for a secluded place to give birth. Deer have one or two fawns per year and triplets do occur once in a while. It is quite common for does to leave fawns hidden while they forage in the area, returning occasionally to nurse. If you come across a fawn, it is best to leave it alone. It is also important for residents to remember that does with fawns can be quite aggressive. Please do not approach deer or their fawns. If your presence creates a response from the deer, like a change in stance, ear position or physical movement, you are too close. Give the deer plenty of space to either move or leave the area. Do not walk closer to the deer, choose another route. Be sure to walk your dog on a leash and be ready to let go of the leash if a deer attacks. Any acts of deer aggression where public safety is at risk should be reported. To report an incident to the Conservation Officer Service, please call 1.877.952.7277. To report an incident to the District of Elkford, please call 250.865.4000.

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings • July 9th, 6:00pm Regular Council Meeting

• July 23th 6:00 pm Regular Council Meeting

All Regular Council and Committee Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road and are open to the public.

Let’s work together to keep Elkford Wild at Heart Bear Aware and the District of Elkford would like to take this opportunity to remind residents and visitors to ensure they bear proof their properties and prevent conflict with bears. Spring is the best opportunity we have to prevent bears from learning bad habits by ensuring that our properties are free of attractants (garbage, dirty BBQ’s and bird feeders). If bears get the upper hand early by feeding in our back yards, it will be hard to make them wild again. After a long cold winter and high snow pack, bears are just starting to emerge from their dens. The cold and wet spring has delayed new plant growth. Bears will typically feed on plants, berries and bugs; however, they are natural scavengers and will travel great distances to find food. At home: Please ensure that garbage containers supplied by the District of Elkford are kept indoors until collection day and all other bear attractants are secured. Hiking and Biking: Make noise to warn bears of your presence, watch for fresh bear signs and travel in groups in daylight. If you meet a bear, back away slowly and leave. Do not run. Give the bear space to escape. Please report all bear sightings and incidents to the Ministry of Environment 24-hour hotline at

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Editorial by Angela Treharne

High school students in the valley are graduating this week, and they are faced with a tougher job market than many of us were when we graduated. Although job prospects are improving, new graduates will have to work hard to compete in a fairly slow market. But no matter what the economic times are, society is expecting our graduates to grow up, train for a job and become productive citizens. That is a worthy and necessary goal, but, graduates, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get disheartened if it takes a little time, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let your job define you. There are many dimensions to you that you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even begun to explore in the short time youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been alive. Find them, embrace them, and become that well-rounded person you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet discovered. Be the kind of friend who is reliable, supportive and compassionate. Make your families proud not because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve â&#x20AC;&#x153;made itâ&#x20AC;? financially, but because you turned out to be a caring, responsible adult. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to have fun. Life is too short to be consumed by the daily grind. I remember someone making a comment to me in passing once, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nobody ever lay on their death bed and said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I wish Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d spent more time at work.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? I thought about that a lot afterwards, and try, at least occasionally, to make sure my job isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always my primary focus. Chase your goals and dreams, whatever they are. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always wanted to climb the Great Wall of China, work towards doing that. If you dream of living on the beach, work towards that. Work hard, of course, but remember that success is not necessarily defined by money, career or social status. Stoke your passions and pursue your dreams, realizing that achieving them requires an investment of time and effort. Travel. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to backpack for five years, but just go outside your comfort zone, and area code once in a while, and get a different perspective on the town and country where you live. Make yourself happy, because nobody else will. And work hard to achieve your dreams, because nobody will hand them to you. Everybody has the power to make a difference. That doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean curing cancer or brokering world peace. Some of you will go on to professional greatness; others will lead more modest lives, mostly under the radar. The world needs all of you. If you work hard towards achieving your dreams, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let society ever make you feel like a failure. Congratulations!

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Mr. Visentin, The Weed Doctor, is resorting to scare tactics that he accuses his opposition of indulging in. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Infestations,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;unmanageable.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; And descending to near name calling. Perhaps his is a generic letter for all the East and West Kootenays and in that case there could be some truth in his accusations in regions that I am not familiar with. As this letter is in The Free Press I feel I can speak to it here. In the Elk Valley and South Country I see NO insect infestations that require control by cosmetic pesticides (those that local bylaws are restricting.) The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;weed infestationsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; that I see are a) in yards that were kept this way 10

or even 20 years ago and b) properties that are temporarily vacant or untended for reasons of health or absence. My reason for supporting a ban on cosmetic use of pesticides is contained in his statement "there is no need to worry about exposure to pesticides on lawns (or in pools) when the directions for use are followed.â&#x20AC;? The fact of the matter is that few private users of cosmetic pesticides follow the directions at every use. (I haven't seen coveralls, boots, gloves, eye protection and breathing equipment other than on farmers and commercial operators.) Even commercial applicators "take a chance on the weather holding " in spite of an adverse forecast in order to "get the job done" and move on to the next easy profit

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In response to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Weeds out of control,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; June 21

Circulation Charlene Kerr

job. I admit I regard dandelions as a food source and a very pretty flower for their short blooming season and that I regard clover as an excellent lawn and a terrific source of free nitrogen fertilizer. In conclusion, mow high (so the mower will not damage a full pop can laying on it's side) use a mulching mower, dig weeds that want to take more than their share of space, water deeply when needed and fertilize if necessary. PS my cousin just sold half his farm to a neighbour who has been farming organically for the past 15 or so years. The other half to a conventional farming neighbour. I look forward to seeing the results in 10 years.

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Make helmets part of every day 3 Facts

t was Easter Sunday, April 24, 2011 at 8:11 a.m. I will never forget the words, "Your husband has had a fall and is being transported to Fernie hospital. You better come immediately." February 28, 2012, again, words that still haunt me, "Your daughter has fallen on the ski hill and is being transported to Cranbrook hospital by ambulance with a head injury." We had always purchased helmets for our kids growing up on the Kimberley ski hill but once they became teeagers all we could do was trust that they wore them. That day in emergency the ambulance attendants and doctors confirmed that it was that helmet that prevented Abi from a potentially disasterous accident.

Eleven months previously Joe had fallen from a machine at the mine where he was a heavy duty mechanic and sustained a basal skull fracture and frontal lobe brain injury. The brain injury staff at Foothills told us this was going to be a marathon recovery and it has taken the expertise of specialist doctors, nursing staff, physical therapists, occupational therapists, counsellors and community support services. The bottom line is that brains need to be protected and in these two cases both were wearing helmets but injuries still occur and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a life-changing experience. I am privileged to be working with East Kootenay Brain injury association and we have so much to offer. June is Brain Injury Awareness month. Please join us by becoming a member or calling for information.

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14,000 British Columbians acquire new Brain Injuries each year. 160,000 British Columbians live with the devastating impacts of Brain injuries at any time. Motor vehicle accidents account for the overwhelming majority of deaths and disability by unintentional injury. Research indicates that as many as 9 out of 10 unintentional injuries can be prevented. The cost to society is immense. Brain Injury alone costs Canadians more than $1 billion per year.

Saige after having her ponytail chopped off.

ennifer Shade sent us this picture of her daughter, Saige, donating her ponytail to charity. The seven-year-old has always had long

hair, but after her Auntie Jen told her about how people with cancer sometimes lose their hair, Saige decided to help. She went for a drastic hair cut on June 4, and donated a 12 inch poytail.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are so proud of her,â&#x20AC;? said Jennifer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And now Saige is proud to know that

somone who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have hair will have herâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.â&#x20AC;?

Notice Ktunaxa Nation Community Forest #K1W Management Plan Notice is hereby given that the Nupqu Development Corporation has completed a draft Management Plan for the Ktunaxa Nation Community Forest #K1W.

The Library will be closed on Saturday June 30 For the July 1 long weekend

Summer Reading Program 2012 Strange But True Facts Starts on Tuesday July 3 For children ages 6 to 10 Runs every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday From 1:00 to 2:30

All programs are free and drop ins are welcome Call the Library at 250-423-4458 or check our website for details at http://fernie.bclibrary.ca

â&#x20AC;ŚCreating A Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Advocate...

Brain Injury is the #1 killer and disabler of people under 45.

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A copy of the draft Management Plan is available for viewing, by appointment, at the Nupqu ofďŹ ce from June 18, 2012 to July 18, 2012 during ofďŹ ce hours (8:30-4:30). Questions, comments and appointment requests can be directed to Scott Witbeck, RPF at the Nupqu Development Corporation ofďŹ ce, 7443 Mission Road Cranbrook, BC, by phone 250-489-5762 or via e-mail switbeck@nupqu.com.

with MLA Bill Bennett

1. The BC Government is consulting with individuals, groups and agencies on how government should create a stronger voice for seniors by creating a Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Advocate. 2. There is no one common definition of advocacy. It can mean different things to different people. An Office of the Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Advocate will be created on the basis of what you tell us. We are listening. 3. A Discussion Paper can be found at â&#x20AC;&#x153;SeniorsBC.Caâ&#x20AC;?. You can email your ideas to â&#x20AC;&#x153;SeniorsAdvocate@gov.bc.caâ&#x20AC;?. Help us ensure the BEST INTERESTS OF SENIORS is the foundation for the new Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Advocate. Bill Bennett MLA, Kootenay East www.billbennettmla.bc.ca

WEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LL BE IN FERNIE, EXCHANGING THE OLD BC HYDRO METER ON YOUR HOME WITH A NEW SMART METER. BC Hydro is upgrading homes and businesses with new smart meters. Moving to a more efďŹ cient, modernized grid will help us meet the growing demand for electricity while continuing to deliver safe, reliable power throughout the province. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what you can expect: ĂŁ 7\SLFDOO\ PHWHU LQVWDOODWLRQ ZLOO WDNH SODFH Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m.Â toÂ 8:00 p.m. PST. ĂŁ 0HWHU LQVWDOOHUV ZLOO KDYH %& +\GUR DQG &RUL[ logos on their trucks and uniforms, and photo identification badges. ĂŁ <RX GRQĂ&#x153;W QHHG WR EH KRPH DV ORQJ DV ZH have safe and clear access to your meterâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;please remove any physical modifications that prevent a meter exchange. ĂŁ ,Q PRVW FDVHV WKH H[FKDQJH ZLOO WDNH OHVV WKDQ PLQXWHV ĂŁ <RX ZLOO H[SHULHQFH D EULHI SRZHU LQWHUUXSWLRQ LQ PRVW FDVHV LW ZLOO ODVW 60Â seconds. For more information about the smart meter installation process, visit bchydro.com/smartmeterinstall.

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THE FREE PRESS Thursday, June 28, 2012

Around the Valley Around the Valley is a free listing to any local service. Please send an email to editor@thefreepress.ca or drop off a brief description of your event at The Free Press office.

Fri., June 29 to Thurs., July 12

Fri., June 29 to Sun., July 1

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THIS WEEK Thursday, June 28 • TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday night, 6:15 -7:30 p.m. in the Salvation Army building. Call Isabel, 250-423-7043. • Every Thursday 6:30 p.m onwards – fun darts at Sparwood Legion. • Red Cedar Book Club for grades 4 to 7 at Fernie Heritage Library 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. • Fernie Elks Lodge meeting – promoting and supporting community needs. Call 250-4237536.

Friday, June 29 • Cribbage at Senior Drop-In Centre, Fernie, every Friday 7:30 p.m. • Jitney darts every Friday at Fernie Royal Canadian Legion, 7:30 p.m. Drop in and meet new people. All adults welcome. If you are interested phone the lounge at 250-423-6218 for details. • Fernie Heritage Library storytime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Sparwood Legion open jam session every second Friday at 7 p.m. • Elkford Wildcat Days 2012- A fun weekend for all ages - From Friday at 4 p.m. to Saturday 9 p.m.

Saturday, June 30 • Fernie Legion meat draw 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fun and Entertaining, All welcome to join us. • Every Saturday meat draw and 50/50 draw at Sparwood Legion 4 - 6 p.m. • The Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers’ Market at the Baynes Lake Community Centre, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 1 • Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church. Call 250-423-2131 for details. must register. For more information or to register for poker, call 250425-0081. Everyone welcome. • LDS Family Services women’s only support group for spouses of those struggling with all addictions. Anonymous call-in group meets every Sunday 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Call toll-free 1-877-453-7266 and enter meeting number ID 2977. • Canada Day parade at the Koocanusa Lake campsite and marina on Lake Koocanusa, 6.30 p.m. followed by karaoke and fireworks at dusk. We welcome everyone in the area to come and

check us out or participate. We encourage kids, pets, bikes, golf carts, walking etc. to participate in the parade. • Celebrate Canada Day with Fernie! From noon to dusk at Prentice Park.

Monday, July 2 • Mahjong at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 7 p.m. • Dominoes at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 1 p.m. • Fernie Chamber Orchestra meets every Monday at 7 p.m. Musicians of all abilities are welcome. For more info call Yolaine at 250-4237825 or wyhames@gmail.com • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 1 to 3 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

Bear by Kathy Murray and Sarah Smith Elk Valley Bear Aware

Fernie • A black bear was reported by the Brick House on Second Avenue in Fernie just after midnight on June 24. Bears are still accessing unsecured garbage on Ridgemont Drive and Slalom Drive. Bear Aware and volunteers have been out monitoring unsecured garbage. Residences with garbage stored outside between collection days potentially attracting bears and jeopardizing the safety of the community have been visited in areas with reported bear activity. Bear Aware information was left at the door if residents were not home and addresses are being recorded.

Please be reminded that it is unlawful to store unsecured garbage outdoors in the city of Fernie. Consolidated Waste Regulation Bylaw No. 1845 states • It is unlawful to place your garbage on the curb prior to 5 a.m. on the day of collection. • It is unlawful to accumulate, place or store wildlife attractants (garbage, food products, food waste and other accessible, edible products or waste that attracts wildlife) under your carport, on your deck, in your backyard or in such a manner as to promote an increase in bear activity, thereby creating a risk to the safety of the public in the neighbourhood or vicinity. Please dispose of excess

waste responsibly, take it to the transfer station. • Commercial waste dumpsters containing wildlife attractants must be kept closed during the day and secured at the end of each business day to prevent access by wildlife.

By complying with bylaws and keeping your property free of attractants, bears will move on resulting in a safer community and avoiding the unnecessary destruction of bears. Please report all bear sightings and incidents to the Ministry of Environment 24-hour hotline at 1-877-952-7277. For more information, updated bear activity and bear safety please visit bearaware.bc.ca and elkvalleybearaware.wordpress. com or visit us on Facebook.

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Tuesday, July 3 • Crib / Whist alternate weeks, Seniors Drop In Centre, Fernie, 7.30 p.m. • Fernie Heritage Library storytime program - ages three-five: 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Fun, crafts and lunch anytime between 10a.m. and 1:30p.m. at the Seniors Centre in Fernie. The kitchen at the Seniors Centre is open weekly from 9 a.m, to 2 p.m Monday through Thursday. Coffee or tea, sandwiches, soup and/or dessert can be purchased. General public welcome. • Fernie Options For Sexual Health Clinic: Open the first and third Tuesday of every month from 6.30 - 8.30 p.m. at Elk Valley District Hospital. Confidential drop-in clinic for comprehensive sexual health services include annual PAP exams, pregnancy testing and counselling, STI screening, subsidized birth control and education service. No appointment necessary. 250-4238274.

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Wednesday, July 4 • Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church. Call 250-423-2131 for details. •Cribbage, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 1 p.m. •Darts, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 7 p.m. • Fernie Heritage Library storytime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 7 to 9 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

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WILDCAT DAYS 2012

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lkford Wild Cat Days is an exciting and fun-filled weekend for all ages to enjoy. Wild Cat Days is an opportunity for the whole community to showcase everything that Elkford has to offer, as well as offering fun and entertaining events to residents and visitors alike. The weekend officially starts off with a real bang with fireworks on Friday evening and the events continue on from there. One of the cornerstones of Elkford Wild Cat Days is the Slo Pitch Tournament, which draws teams from all over the Kootenays and Southern Alberta, which runs all weekend long and is accompanied by adult refreshment gardens and an adult dance on Saturday evening. The weekend is also packed with activities for families, such as pony rides, a preschool dance, a parade, PT the Clown, inflatables and much, much more. Other activities include a SMS Poker Tournament, geocaching, local bands and a pancake breakfast. Wild Cat Days is a weekend that emphasizes the true community spirit of Elkford and I would like to personally thank all of the volunteers and organizations that work tirelessly every year to make this event such a huge success. You are greatly appreciated and I would like to say Thank You to everyone that helps out! On behalf of the District of Elkford Council & Staff, I would like to encourage everyone to come to Elkford and help us celebrate Wild Cat Days. Mayor Dean McKerracher

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WILDCAT DAYS 2012

Wildcat Days

Events

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Grad 2012 Grand March Slow Pitch Tournament Preschool Dance Adult Refreshment Gardens Devonian Concession Opening Ceremonies/Citizen of the Year Presentation SMS Poker Tournament Scavenger Hunt Inflatables Mini Sticks Fireworks

7:00 pm Starts at 5:00 pm 5:00 – 6:00 pm 5:00 – 10:00 pm 4:00 – 10:45 pm Starts at 6:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 4:00 – 9:00 pm 5:00 – 9:00 pm Dusk

Saturday, June 30th Slow Pitch Tournament Adult Refreshment Gardens Food Vendors Devonian Concession Pancake Breakfast Craft/Trade Fair Art Show Parade Inflatables Mini Sticks Tatters Airbrush Tattoos Giggle Booth Photos Build a Friend PT the Clown Fresh Waters Fisheries Society of BC Kootenay Trout Hatchery Reptile Party CU Train Rides Cotton Candy Booth Geocaching Challenge

All Day 11:00 – 7:00 pm All Day 9:00 – 8:00 pm (closed for parade) 7:30 - 10:30 am 9:00 – 5:00 pm 10:00 – 6:00 pm 11:00 am 11:00 – 5:00 pm 12:00 – 5:00 pm

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Saturday, June 30th Teck Mine Tour Slip n Slides Pony Rides The Burn Ins Guns of the Golden West Skills Show

1:00 pm 1:00 – 5:00 pm 1:00 – 4:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm & 3:30 – 4:30 pm 1:30 – 2:00 pm

2:00 – 2:45 pm & 4:15 – 5:30 pm

Chris Lovely – Master Magician/Balloonist Due Clause Slow Pitch Dance Grass Smash Volleyball Tournament

2:45 – 3:30 pm 2:45 - 3:30 pm & 5:30 – 6:30 pm 9:00 pm Saturday & Sunday

Sunday, July 1st Canada Day Celebrations, Elkford Aquatic Centre PT the Clown Face Painting 11:00 – 3:00 pm Bouncer 11:00 – 3:00 pm Caricature Artist 11:00 – 3:00 pm Free Family Barbeque 11:30 – 1:00 pm Cake Cutting 12:15 pm Free Public Swim 1:00 – 3:00 pm Slow Pitch Tournament All Day Adult Refreshment Gardens 11:00 – 10:00 pm Grass Smash Volleyball Tournament 9:00 – 6:00 pm Devonian Concession 9:00 – 6:00 pm Due to possible cancellations or scheduling issues, some events may be subject to change. For the most up-todate information, please visit www.elkford.ca or pick up a Wild Cat Days Guide. Event guides and information available at the Elkford Visitor Centre or the Elkford Aquatic Centre.

11:00 – 6:00 pm 11:00 – 6:00 pm Starts at 12:00 pm 12:00 – 5:00 pm 12:00 – 5:00 pm 12:00 – 6:00 pm 12:00 – 5:00 pm 12:00 – 5:00 pm 12:00 – 5:00 pm

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WILDCAT DAYS 2012

Elkford Sled Dog Society & SMS Equipment Presents

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Friday, June 29th @ 5:00pm Elkford Curling Rink -- $20 per participant Cash prizes for the final 4 players 50% of proceeds will go to the Elkford Sled Dog Society

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Animal Attractants

City Council Meeting Schedule

Please remember to please clean up your yards of all animal attractants and only put your garbage and recycling out the morning of your pick up as there have been many bear sightings in town.

July 2012 1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

4 5 3 10 11 12 17 18 19 24 25 26 31

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

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

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall Ph: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Ofﬁce Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226 Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466 Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3) Phone: 250-423-2254

Barbecues & Outdoor Cooking attracts bears. Never leave any food unattended outdoors. Burn off your grill after each use. Cover the barbecue with a tarp. Compost does not usually attract bears if it is well managed. However, if there is a noticeable odour, it can become a problem. Composts should be turned to mix with air. Worm composting is virtually odorless and a good alternative in bear season. Bird Feeders attract bears especially when loaded with rich sunflower seeds and suet. Pet Food left outside will attract bears. Pets should be fed indoors. Fruit Trees often go un-harvested and attract bears. Some people feel that letting bears have unwanted fruit is acceptable, but encouraging bears to enter into residential areas is always a risk. The solution is to harvest your fruit early and or fence your orchards. Unwanted fruit trees should be removed. A major attraction for these hungry bears are the garbage cans left in carports, and apple trees that have unpicked fruit on them or apples left on the ground.

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2012 Property Tax Notices Property Tax Notices for the City of Fernie have been mailed to all property owners on record. Property taxes are payable by July 3, 2012, after which time a 10% penalty will be added to any unpaid current year taxes. If you haven’t received your tax notice in the mail please contact City Hall at 250-423-6817 or cityhall@fernie.ca and request that a copy be forwarded to you. New property owners who have not received a notice are advised to contact City Hall. No exemption from taxation or penalty is conferred by reason of non-receipt of the Property Tax Notice. Payment of your property taxes can be made by mail, in person at City Hall, or by phone or internet banking or in person through most financial institutions. Cheques post dated to July 3, 2012 will be accepted at City Hall. Please allow time for your payment to arrive at City Hall prior to the due date. Post marks on mailed remittances will not be considered as date of payment. Receipt of electronic payments will be recorded at the date and time the funds arrive in the City’s bank account and not when the payment is transmitted by your financial institution. Regardless of the method of payment, eligible property owners must complete the Home Owner Grant application that is attached to the bottom of the Tax Notice and remit it to City Hall in order to claim the Grant. If you’ve misplaced the grant application that’s attached to the bottom of your tax notice, an online form is available at www.sbr.gov. bc.ca/documents_library/forms/0078FILL.pdf. Completed Home Owner Grant applications can be faxed to 250-4233034 or scanned and emailed to cityhall@fernie.ca. PROPERTY TAXES ARE DUE BY JULY 3, 2012. Phone: (250) 423-6817 Fax: (250) 423-3034 Website: www.fernie.ca

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Area residents are urged to take all necessary pre-cautions to prevent bears from being destroyed.

Congratulations on your High School Graduation. The best part of life is just beginning!! Wishing you all the best for the future! Mayor and Council for the City of Fernie

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

Summer Hours for Fernie City Hall Effective Wednesday, July 4 until, and including, Friday, August 31, 2012 City Hall will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays) Regular Scheduled hours for City Hall of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (excluding statutory holidays) Will resume on Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Turbidity in Our Water

Public Notice Fernie Aquatic Centre is currently closed for their Annual Shut-down Re-Opening July 2nd

zone!

Plan your landscape to minimize water use. First, identify ‘hydrozones’ in your yard - areas ơ water. Then choose plants with compatible water needs and program your sprinkler system to match.

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

Congratulations to the Class of 2012

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The public is reminded that due to normal spring conditions and heavy rains, turbidity levels can change quickly. During these spring fluctuations, the City and Interior Health recommend that children, the elderly, people with weakened immune systems or anyone seeking additional protection drink boiled water or a safe alternative at all times. If you or your business would like to receive Water Quality notifications via email or fax please contact City Hall at 250 423-6817 or check the daily water quality ratings on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca homepage.

Fernie Aquatic Centre Summer 2012 Swim Schedule July 2 to Septmeber 1, 2012

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Sat/Sun

Public Swim 6:30am to 1:00pm

* At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps.* * During Public Swim times there may be shared use of the facilites due to organzied instructional programs.*

Closed

Public Swim 3:30 to 8:00pm

* At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps.* * During Public Swim times there may be shared use of the facilites due to organzied instructional programs.*

Water Fit Classes

Active Fit Mon /Wed 8:30 to 9:15am Gentle Fit Tues/Thurs 8:30 to 9:15am Aqua Blast Fri 8:30 to 9:15am

(Something new, different and fun for your Water Fit workout)

www.fernie.ca / 250*423*4466

Public Swim 2:00 to 8:00pm

Water Slide

Wed /Fri 5;30 to 8:00pm Sat/Sun 2:30 to 8:00pm * Our colossal 150ft water slide is also availabe on request*

$2.50 Swim 7:30 to 8:00pm Daily.

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D IS T R I C T O F S PA RWO O D Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: sparwood@sparwood.ca

www.Sparwood.ca

CANADA DAY HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE COLLECTION

All garbage normally picked up on Monday, July 2nd will be picked up on Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012. PLEASE HAVE YOUR GARBAGE OUT BY 8:00 A.M.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & FACILITIES SERVICES POSITION: DATE OF POSTING:

Casual On Call – Recreation Maintenance Operator June 14, 2012

NATURE OF POSITION: Performs a variety of general and specific labour type tasks requiring agility and physical effort in the performance of skilled tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the physical plant and equipment including the recreation and leisure centre, parks and other recreation facilities and equipment used in the process of their maintenance. Provides janitorial and maintenance, repairs and / or construction such as painting, plumbing and carpentry to facilities and operational maintenance of ice making, ice plant and swimming pool equipment; makes and maintains ice sheets in the ice rink; Assists in the creation of, planting, pruning and maintaining of gardens; maintenance and upgrading to fields, walking trails and related outside recreational equipment; shovels and removes snow; Cuts grass; Inspects facilities and equipment, initiates, receives and/or completes work orders; prepares corresponding reports as required; performs other services as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Be physically fit and able to perform labor-intensive work. • Carpentry skills (construction & finishing, cabinetry, drywall install & repair) Painting; • Plumbing skills (copper pipe install & soldering, pvc pipe install, repair& gluing, toilet, sink, faucet, flush valve, mixing valve install and repair) . • Ability to operate and maintain smaller equipment including lawn mowers, the ice edger, and the snow blower (change blades, change oil, sharpen blades, etc) • Ability to make repairs to parks and playground equipment • Ability to operate power tools including a chain saw, mowers, and snow blower • Ability to do basic maintenance work on vehicles, including the changing of tires, checking oil, transmission fluid, coolant, wiper fluid, and brake fluid. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION • Valid Class 5 Drivers License • Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent • 5th Class Power Engineer or Ice Facility Operator Certification The District of Sparwood reserves the right to provide candidates with training to obtain the Ice Facility Operator Certification. Requests for this provision will be considered on an individual basis. OTHER CERTIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS Preference may be give to applicants with the following certifications and experience. • Pool Operators Level I & II • RFABC Ice Makers Course • Building service worker training • First aid training • Electrical & Mechanical Training JOB SPECIFICATIONS Applications with covering letter and resume will be received until the position is filled. Applicants will be required to demonstrate the ‘required skills and abilities listed above. Wages, benefits and conditions of employment are governed by the current collective agreement with CUPE Local 2698. Current hourly rate for this position is $28.71. Duane Lawrence Director of Facilities and Community Services District of Sparwood, P.O. Box 669, Sparwood, B.C., Canada, V0B 2G0, Phone (250) 425-0552 Email: recreation@sparwood.bc.ca

CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS Come have a picnic in the park! Sparwood Recreation Centre Grounds Sunday, July 1, 2012, Noon – 4:00 p.m.

Stage Shows Magic Show Local Band Bounce Houses Miniature Golf Story Tent

Art Tent Face Painting Balloon Animals Sack Races Laser Tag

Come celebrate with us! Canada Day cake cutting at 3:30 p.m.

TAX DEADLINE REMINDER Reminder that the deadline for paying your 2012 property taxes without penalty is Wednesday, July 4, 2012. If you live in your home as your principal residence, but cannot pay your tax bill, you should still come in and claim your Homeowners Grant. Penalty applies to all taxes, including the grant portion outstanding after the due date of July 4th. You are now able to pay your taxes on-line or by telephone banking. Home Owner Grant applications must still be mailed or dropped off at the office. If you are out of town and believe that there is not enough time to send your cheque by mail, please contact the Collector before the due date to make alternate arrangements to ensure your payment is received on time. Couriers are not always the best option for timely delivery, but if you must use one, consider postdating your cheque and sending it two weeks before the due date. The District Office must receive the funds by the due date, postmarks are not considered.

NOTICE OF PROPOSED DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY BY LEASE In accordance with Section 26 of the Community Charter, Council hereby gives notice that at the Regular Meeting on July 16, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Council will consider a resolution to authorize the disposition of the following property to the Society For Kid’s Care – Elk Valley by way of a Lease Agreement: Lot A, District Lot 4589, Kootenay District, Plan NEP19215, PID 017-118-778, 421 Pine Avenue, commonly known as the daycare at Mountain View Elementary School. The Lease Agreement is for a period of three (3) years, commencing on July 1, 2012 up to and including June 30, 2015 for the sum of TEN ($10.00) DOLLARS for each year for the three year term. A copy of the Lease and related documentation may be inspected at the District of Sparwood Municipal Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC during regular business hours of Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays. Raeleen Manjak Director of Corporate Services

ARE YOUR HOUSE NUMBERS VISIBLE FROM THE STREET? Take a look at your house from the street at night to see if you can clearly identify your house numbers. You may want to ask friends or neighbours who visit your home if they saw your house numbers easily. Perhaps shrubs or trees are blocking visibility, or the numbers are faded, or too small. Your house numbers should be visible from 150’ at all angles. In every emergency response time is critical; seconds lost can mean the difference of life and death. If your home or business is set back from the street, post your address number at the entrance to your drive way. New reflective lettering helps to make numbers visible at night. Not only is this essential for fire, police or ambulance to find your home, it is also the law under our Building Bylaw.

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Artss&Entertainment Fernie’s first summer ArtWalk Submitted

ake a journey and explore Fernie’s artistic community during ArtBeat. The self- guided tour of participating shops, galleries, and studios in all corners of town from Highway 3 to our historic downtown core highlights some of the best works in the Elk Valley. The support shown for local and national artists is evident once you continue from stop to stop on this scenic, captivating expedition. Art has always had a dominant presence but, with the increasing number of establishments and studios featuring the works of so much talent, it has been decided an art walk is in order. Courtney Baker (The Arts Station), Mike Hepher

(Clawhammer Press) and Christa Moffat (ccmarketing) are no strangers to organizing community events. When the idea initially emerged, it wasn’t long before they managed to gather the troops and get a small scale art/ ski walk to test the waters. It couldn’t have been better timing as it coincided with the 50 years of skiing and riding in Fernie this past winter. Now, it is time to bring out the big guns and go for the art walk they had envisioned and that is how ArtBeat was born. Although ArtBeat will primarily be a self- direct excursion, free guided tours will take place on most Wednesdays and Sundays over the course of the runtime. These tours will begin at The Arts Station and be led by knowledgeable individuals able

to provide additional insight and explanation of the exhibits, displays, and studios. On Wednesdays, July 11 and August 8, as a special added bonus to the Wednesday Summer Socials Concert and Market Series, be sure to cap off your tour at the ArtBeat market from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Arts Station. Here you will have the opportunity to peruse and purchase works and wares of local artisans while enjoying live music and indulging at the beverage tent and delicious food vendors. For more information on becoming an ArtBeat Market vendor or if you have further questions about ArtBeat, contact The Arts Station at (250) 4234842, email info@theartsstation. com, visit their website at www. theartsstation.com or pay them a visit at 601 First Avenue.

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hether you call the Elk Valley your home or your home away from home, inspiration from the many facets of nature and wildlife is impossible to ignore. For Karen Cook, she has been able to take this inspiration to the next level using her talent in artistry to create The Art Station’s latest gallery exhibit, Back of Beyond. Those early years of absorbing and internalizing the raw beauty of her environment were the inspiration for the paintings she does today. ‘Back of Beyond’ is a compilation of pieces created by Cook in her specialty, oil painting, but also features some of her work in photography. Her use of earthy

tones and composition give a glance into the heart of this Natal native and allows the viewer to see just how much of an impact her environment and upbringing have played on her work. Cook says, “Art begins in the imagination, long before an artist touches a canvas with a paintbrush.” Considering the nature of her pieces, it is safe to say Cook’s imagination has been largely affected by the many memories of the wilderness and landscape she has been immersed in since birth. Join Karen Cook and guests at The Arts Station on Thursday, June 28 at 7 p.m. for her exhibition opening. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available on site so you are encouraged to come early and stay late. The exhibit will continue until Tuesday, July 24.

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he Fernie Writers' Conference is pleased to announce the addition of Cara Luft to its fold of instructors. Cara will be teaching a handful of budding songwriters how to craft a memorable song. Singer/songwriter/guitarist extraordinaire Cara Luft is that rare artist steeped in folk and traditional roots music almost from birth yet willing to alter that fabric, stretch the boundaries, not afraid to bend genres and styles. An original founding member of

The Wailin' Jennys, Cara is wowing audiences and critics with her solo performances across North America and Europe, earning a solid reputation as one of Canada’s finest live performers whose engaging, down-home style is wrapped in a delicious sense of humour. Although she has a Juno award and many other nominations under her belt, there's nothing pretentious about her. Cara's the real deal. And that sense of honesty, integrity, personality and spontaneity permeates and resonates throughout both her music and her live shows.

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Invitation to Tender West Fernie Dike Improvement Project Phase 2 SEALED TENDERS marked, “Tender - West Fernie Dike Improvement Project Phase 2” and submitted to the attention of Jim Maletta, AScT., Engineering Technician, Regional District of East Kootenay, 19 – 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 will be accepted until 2:00 pm MDT on July 20, 2012. Pre-Tender Site Meeting will be held on July 4, 2012 at 2:00pm MDT at the entry to West Fernie Park, off of the south end of Eckersley Street. The principle items of work include, but are not limited to: •

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Bright Beginnings graduation By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

tudents from Bright Beginnings preschool class celebrated graduating at the Fernie Community Centre on Monday morning.

Tender documents are available online only. Tenderers may contact KWL by phone at 250-503-0841, attention Rhondda Ranson for inclusion in the bidders list and for details on how to access online documents. For further information, please visit www.bcbid.ca or contact: Dwayne Meridith, A.Ag Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd. Phone: 250-503-0841

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n behalf of the Moulton family, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the people of Fernie, South Country and the Elk Valley. Your generosity towards helping us in our time of need will never be forgotten.

We would like to thank the following people and businesses: Val Luznar-Purdy Lisa Plummer & Family Shari Palmer & Family Adamschek Family Walter Fantuz Our family Elaine & Wayne Moses Peter Lougheed & Tom Baker Staff Spokane Chiefs Organization & Staff WHL Teams and Staff Spokane Chiefs Scouts & Families Kootenay Ice Organization

Former Chief Players Bill Peters and the Detroit Red Wings Rod Stewart & Rachel Hunter Spokane Chiefs Parents, Billets & Supporters Fernie Ghostriders Ghostrider Alumni Ghostrider Alumni Game Volunteers Ghostrider Alumni Game Donators, Supporters & Organizers Scott Niedermayer Fernie Skating Club

Fernie Ghostriders Bingo Mark Rypien Foundation Rocky Mountain Village Employees & Volunteers West Kootenay Friends Calgary Friends Grade 7 Baking Girls ET Staff Curves Ladies Fernie Atoms Fernie & Jaffray Lions Clubs

Thank you to Mom Bossio for her constant love and support. Thank you to Mom and Dad Moulton for taking in our family and looking after them when we could not. We could not have done this without you. We would also like to send a special thank you to Shelley's brother Kirk. He gave us a very special gift that we will be forever grateful for.

Thank you to everyone who sent cards, well wishes, gifts and who ever helped us in anyway. We are overwhelmed by the love and support given to us by our small community and we are so proud to call Fernie our home. Chris, Shelley & Taylor Moulton

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sabella Dicken Elementary School (IDES) put on a great show at the District Track Meet earlier this month. IDES boys placed first overall for the boys and the school took first place overall for the schools. Liam MacLean won the top individual boy trophy. Overall, it was a great day with lots of smiles, sportsmanship and athleticism displayed from participants from all four schools Big celebrations for the IDES track team. that took part.

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ootenay Tae Kwon Do has been hard at work preparing for the World Cup Championships being held in Brighton in England in early October. Many exciting things have been happening, we were in Calgary in November to compete in the national championships and brought home an amazing 26 awards from that tournament. The Nationals was a stepping stone for us and preparation for the Pan American Championships began. We have been training long hard sessions in the Sparwood recreation center and

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the school gym. The community has been very supportive to the students and has been wishing us the best of luck every time they see us train. We went to the Pan American Championships on June 15 to 17 in Trios Rivieres, Quebec with five students and brought home three gold in sparring, four silver, three in pattern and one in sparring, and one bronze in pattern. We were not left behind, we are right up there with the rest of the Tae Kwon Do community and now we are back home with a new energy and knowledge to start the hard preparation

for Brighton and the world cup. Kootenay Tae Kwon Do is holding an umping seminar on Sunday to get our students very familiar with all of the rules we need to know for the World cup and the senior members an umping certificate to be able to judge in the rings during the championships in Brighton. It has been a very exciting time for our club over the past year and a major year of accomplishment for Mr. Saint Saran. Our clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head instructor spent the month of April travelling to Nashville and Vancouver in preparation of his testing for his seventh

degree. He was successful and now is among the rank of a Master and he is one degree from a Grand Master. This accomplishment takes a life time of commitment. Results Liam Arbuckle- 2 dan boys 12-14 Gold sparring and Bronze pattern Brett Carter - 2 dan boys 15-17 Gold Sparring and silver pattern Heidi Farmer Gold in Sparring Mollie Wyss Mullins Silver sparring Ryley Johnson Silver sparring and silver patterns

Golf results By Chris Stockey Ladies League

e had 45 ladies out on June 19 for our special - a fun scramble event followed by dinner and prizes. It was great to see so many new faces out golfing and socializing. The winning team - Alice Booth, Karen Lozza, Debbi Poupart, Kathy Pachara - received Fernie Golf and Country Club gift certificates. In addition to the prize winners below, all of the ladies who attended got a 25 per cent off coupon for Spa Pedicures from Trillium Day Spa. Draw Prizes: Park Place Gift Certificate: Donna Miller Overwaitea points coupon and OFF Clip-on: Kathy Pachara Two golf passes for Christina Lake: Jacquie Facca Island Lake top: Marilyn Gray Free golf lesson with Assistant Pro Dani Poupart: Margo Ralfe Fernie Golf and Country Club gift certificates and sleeves of golf balls (for three other teams.) Our July special is Golf Fore The Cure on July 24. Come out and support this fundraiser for breast cancer, play some fun golf, have dinner and win prizes. For more information please contact Pat Moore (goofygolfer@shaw.ca) or call the Pro Shop at 250-423-7773.

Connor Saunders Connor Saunders, Grade 10 student at Fernie Secondary School, was awarded with the Junior Boys Athlete of the Year Award.

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ernie Secondary School held the annual Academic and Athletic Awards ceremony on June 13. The Academic Awards are presented to students based on their grades throughout the school year. Named for top distinction: Gr. 7 Shaylyn Johnson and Fynley Kuijt, Gr. 8 Jodi Thompson, Gr. 9 McKinley Richards, Gr. 10 John Iddon and Sarah Buchan, Gr. 11 Benjamin Voysey and Gr. 12 Cornelius Hart. Students were also presented awards for holding the highest grades in the following subjects: English â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bryce Kniert, Mathematics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tyrel Sulzer, David Van Zyl and Cornelius Hart, Natural Science â&#x20AC;&#x201C; David Van Zyl, Physical Science â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tyrel Sulzer, French â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Joshua Brulotte, Social Studies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tyrel Sulzer, Drama â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Linden Gigliotti and Christian Elia, Pierre Mury Positive Contribution Award â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Miranda Payne and Le Defi â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Seth Amundsen and Lucas Preciado. Athletic Awards were presented to the athletes named Most Valuable Players and Most Improved Players for the 2011/12 sports year: Senior Boys Soccer MVP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Eric Zuffa and Evan Link. Senior Boys Soccer MIP Tyrel Sulzer.

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he long awaited completion of the Sparwood Water Spray Park is here and just in time for summer. Kids have already been splashing in this great new addition to Sparwood and have unleashed many giggles and grins as approval. The official grand opening will take place on June 27 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the water park, and everyone is invited to attend.

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DISTRICT OF SPARWOOD INFORMATION Summer Camp Fun Brought to you by Sparwood Community & Facility Services The following camps are for children, ages 8-12 years old. Registra on is filling up quickly so sign up today at the Sparwood Leisure Centre front desk to avoid disappointment! Week One (July 9th - 13th) Call of the Wild Week Take a walk on the Wild Side! This camp oﬀers fun and challenging ac vi es to promote a sense of wonder and engagement with the outdoors. It is the perfect camp for kids interested in the wild outdoors as they will par cipate in learning basic skills and knowledge that can be applied to outdoor ac vi es such as hiking and camping. Highlights for week will include overnight camp, field trips and adventure! Week Two (July 16th - 20th) Survivor Week This camp’s theme is modeled a er the popular reality television show SURVIVOR—with one missing element. No one gets voted oﬀ! The ques on is though, are you a survivor? If you think you are up to the challenge, join us for a week full of challenges in your quest to become the Ul mate Survivor. Some of these ac vi es and challenges include daily tribal council mee ngs, crea ng survivor log books, GPS adventures, team building ac vi es, games and much more! Through each task the survivors will gain a sense of confidence, self-awareness, and fun!!!! Highlights for the week include GPS Adventures, Secret LocaƟon Adventures, and acƟviƟes only the UlƟmate Survivor Can Do! Week Three (July 23rd - 27th) Mountain Magic Week Living in the Rockies we are spoiled by the beauty but, have you ever really experienced the mountains and the wonders of them! Here is a hands on opportunity to try outdoor/indoor climbing, hiking, mountain biking and finally learn about the deadliest

rockslide in North American history while spending the night at the Frank Slide Interpre ve Centre! Highlights for the week will include an overnight sleep at the InterpretaƟve Centre, Outdoor Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking and more! Week Four (July 30th - August 3rd) Western Week Explore the Wild West! What’s more fun than hi ng the dusty trails by horseback! Experience a overnight camp in a Tipi while also learning about living off the land and na ve legends. It will be an adventurous experience your kids will talk about for days to come! Highlights this week will include Tipi Sleepover, Horseback Riding and Field Trips! Week Five (August 7th - 10th)Wet and Wild Week This week’s camp will feature various water ac vi es. Kids will experience lakes, pools, streams and rivers! A real opportunity for kids to get their feet wet as well as experiencing the thrill of a “White Water Ra ing Trip”! Parents can rest assure the safety of their kids while being by water, as our instructor is also a qualified lifeguard. Highlights for the week will include White Water RaŌing, Beaching, Sandcastle Building, and Just Fun “Wet and Wild AcƟviƟes!” Week Six (August 13th - 17th) Extreme Sports Week Back by popular demand, we bring to you extreme sports at its best! This week is sure to offer entertainment to its outmost. Opportuni es to take in paintball, laser tag, archery are a select few you will see offered during this week! Highlights of the week are Paintball and Laser Tag! Cost Per Week: $250.00 (Includes transportaƟon, professional instrucƟon, full day supervision and all equipment.)

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Summer Red Cross Swim Lessons At the Sparwood Pool, run for one week sets, and cost $19.00/week for half hour lessons, and $37.00/week for one hour lessons. Please contact the Sparwood Community & Facility Services for more informa on at 250-425-0552.

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ouths ages nine to 14 experienced the thrill of racing at this year's Coal Miner Days Knights of Columbus Soapbox Derby. This event which has been taking place for the past nine years during Coal Miner Days sees approximately 70 kids race a custom made Soapbox car down Red Cedar Drive in Sparwood. "The kids have a lot of fun at the races. This also gives them a chance to participate in an event they feel is all their own. They are full of smiles and very friendly to each other, even in this type of competitive event," says Allan Barrass, Knights of Columbus Grand Knight and Soapbox Derby Organizer. This event not only allows kids to participate, it gets parents, grandparents, friends and businesses involved with building the soapbox and sponsoring the drivers. "This is such a great event on many levels, the kids that run the race are at the age where they may be too old to

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Winners of the Soapbox Derby are: Josh Matt - sponsor Knights of Columbus was the first place winner and also had the fastest run of the day with 33.68 seconds. Most Original car - Hannah Ingram - sponsor Westrail

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RCMP REPORT â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 9:22 p.m. a hit and run occurred on the 1700 block of Ninth Avenue. Damage was a punctured tire and a fender. â&#x20AC;˘ In Baynes Lake at 9:41 p.m. a gate to private property was opened. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 10:52 p.m. a vehicle hit a deer. No injuries were reported.

Tuesday, May 29 â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 4:20 a.m. there was a domestic dispute. â&#x20AC;˘ In Hosmer at 7:11 a.m. there was a false residential alarm. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 11:33 a.m. mischief was done to a vehicle. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 3:05 p.m. a found bike was turned in. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elko at 6:34 p.m. several cows were seen on the highway. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 8:01 p.m. there was a false residential alarm. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 9:02 p.m. a semi unit with a flat deck trailer was reported for driving erratically. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 10:06 p.m. there was a false residential alarm.

Wednesday, May 30 â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 5:29 a.m. there was a false residential alarm. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 10:09 a.m. a white suburban was driving erratically and forcing the complainant off the side of the road. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 11:01 a.m. a witness was requested regarding an assault. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 11:21 a.m. a complainant reported a semi unit was driving erratically. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 12:37 p.m. a theft was reported from a business. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elko at 1:20 p.m. the ambulance requested police assistance with a patient. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 2:22 p.m. a Toyota Echo was reported for passing on double solid lines. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elkford at 3:03 p.m. a licence plate was reported lost. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 4 p.m. there was a false residential alarm. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 5:27 p.m. threats were reported.

â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 7:27 p.m. a complainant reported a vehicle was being driven without insurance.

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â&#x20AC;˘ In Elkford at 1:06 p.m. a wellbeing check was done. All was fine. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 1:17 p.m. three motorbikes were reported for driving erratically and speeding. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 2:36 p.m. there was a false residential alarm. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 3:12 p.m. a wallet was reported lost. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 3:40 p.m. a vehicle was reported for not stopping for a school bus with flashing lights. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 3:42 p.m. a vehicle did not stop for a school bus with flashing lights. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elko at 4:13 p.m. a truck and trailer was parked on the road. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 6:22 p.m. a complainant reported a white semi was speeding, tailgating and passing on double solid lines. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 6:48 p.m. a vehicle hit a deer. No injuries were reported. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elkford at 8:40 p.m. police were requested to remove an unwanted guest.

Friday, June 1 â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 6:08 a.m. a vehicle hit an elk. No injuries were reported.

In Fernie at 8:45 a.m. graffiti was sprayed on a business downtown. Friday, June 1

â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 9:29 a.m. police assisted the ambulance with a patient. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 10:12 a.m. trespassers were in a yard and

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- Crime in the Elk Valley â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 10:58 p.m. a small sedan was reported for driving erratically. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 11:12 p.m. a vehicle was seen doing doughnuts on the 300 block of Fourth Avenue. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elko at 11:21 p.m. a silver Tundra was reported for driving erratically with high beams on.

tions. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 7:11 a.m. a theft of a 2007 Green Kawasaki 250 F, and a green 2011

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â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 5:21 p.m. there was a false residential alarm. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 6:54 p.m. an erratic driver was reported. â&#x20AC;˘ In Fernie at 7:54 p.m. a vehicle hit a deer. No injuries were reported.

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at 6:53 a.m. a vehicle hit a deer. No injuries were reported. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 10:04 a.m. there was a domestic dispute.

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9:27 p.m. there was a domestic dispute. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elkford at 10:55 p.m. there was a domestic dispute. â&#x20AC;˘ In Elkford at 11:46 p.m. a loud party complaint was made.

Monday, June 4 â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 12:16 a.m. a complainant reported suspicious people on Pine Avenue. â&#x20AC;˘ In Sparwood at 12:49 a.m. police were requested to assist the ambulance with a patient.

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Obituaries HARRINGTON: We share the loss of Michael Harrington on June 13, 2012. Mike was born on September 7, 1953, in Fernie, where he met and married the love of his life, Patsy. They raised a family while adventuring from the Kootenays, Coast to Cariboo and ﬁnally Prince George with moves as Store Manager with Overwaitea Foods. He is survived by his daughter Jessica and her husband Brian, his son Mathew and his wife Jolene, who will work to carry on the values of their parents’ marriage. In the last 2 years, his love for grandsons Emerson and Harvey, continued to prove his warmth and depth of heart. Mike is also survived by 2 sisters; Maureen (Frank) Lento and Carol (Glenn) Uphill of Fernie and 4 brothers; Jim (June) of Osoyoos, Pat (Myrna) of Kimberley, Terry (Gena) of Cranbrook and Peter (Marion) of Calgary, as well as brothers-in-law Charlie (Mary) Mattersdorfer, Adam McNaughton and sister-inlaw Carol (Ken) Caldwell of Fernie. He also leaves to mourn several nieces and nephews. Mike shared his compassion and humour with his family, friends and co-workers. A Celebration of Life was held in the Atrium of the Prince George CN Centre on Saturday, June 16, 2012. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations can be made to the B.C. Children’s Hospital or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

SCANLON: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roger Ernest Scanlon of Fort St. John, BC who passed away on June 17, 2012 at 66 years of age. Roger was born on June 22, 1945 to parents Virginia and Ernie Scanlon in Eckville, Alberta. As a teen he attended South Peace Secondary School in Dawson Creek, BC and later graduated with a GED. He married Margaret Smith in Fairbanks, Alaska on September 21, 1977. Roger was a very hard worker and worked as a heavy duty mechanic at Romar Mechanical Services. Roger is pre-deceased by his parents Ernie and Virginia Scanlon, he is survived by his wife Margaret, his daughters Robin Scanlon and Becky Banack, his grandchildren Rachel and Max Banack, his brother Rolly Scanlon and his sisters Ruth Barker and Roxie Scanlon. A special thank you to all of the ICU nurses in the Prince George Hospital, Dr. Thompson and all of the nurses at the Fort St. John Hospital. Roger will be deeply missed... Memorial services were held Friday, June 22nd from the Charlie Lake Community Church in Charlie Lake, BC. If so desired expressions of sympathy can be made in memory of Roger to the Fort St. John SPCA. Condolences may be forwarded through www.hamresfuneral.com

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he Halko family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the community of Sparwood for its continued support since Brian’s passing in January. A special thank you to the Elk Valley Nighthawks for their donation, the Class of 1987 for their donation and tree in memory of Brian, and for the numerous monetary donations and words of encouragement from our Sparwood community. We miss Brian terribly and are ever so grateful for such a supportive community. Thank you. Gail, Dillan & Zachary Halko

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WELCOME TO CANADA DAY 2012

’d like to extend a warm welcome to all residents and visitors and invite everyone to come and celebrate Canada Day at Prentice Park. Festivities begin at noon with a Pet and Bike Parade, bouncy houses, climbing wall and PT the Clown for little ones with chocolate and vanilla cake for everyone. For adults there is entertainment headlined by Fernie’s own Shred Kelly that will definitely have you kicking up your heels to their music, the ever popular Refreshment Garden and Mountain Market and Food Concessions. This year as in the past sponsorship from business, organizations and individuals is what provides the time and talent to support this wonderful community event. Many exciting activities have been planned culminating with spectacular fireworks at dusk. The City of Fernie is proud to support this wonderful event to celebrate Canada’s 145th birthday. On behalf of Council and Staff please come, enjoy the day and show your pride in being Canadian. We are fortunate to be living in the best country and in the best town in the world so let’s get together and celebrate. I would like to extend thanks to all of our supporters of this civic event that although driven by the City is only successful by the many who participate. Special thanks go to the organizing committee of Cam Mertz, Sharon Switzer, Sarah Parry, Courtney Baker, David Hamilton, Tim Newton and Len and Barb Kosiec.

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Canada Day in Fernie

n June 20, 1868, a proclamation signed by the Governor General, Lord Monck, called upon all Her Majesty's loving subjects throughout Canada to join in the celebration of the anniversary of the formation of the union of the British North America provinces in a federation under the name of Canada on July 1st. The July 1st holiday was established by statute in 1879, under the name Dominion Day. In 1982 the name was changed to Canada Day. In Fernie in the early years of the last century Dominion Day celebrations revolved around sporting events such as baseball, football (soccer) and footraces of various kinds. In 1903 there was a fat menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s race (200lbs and over) as well as a blindfold wheelbarrow race. First prize for the fat menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s race was 100 cigars with a $2 bottle of perfume for second place. Another popular event was catching a greased pig â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the prize was the pig. Loggersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sports such as log rolling were held at the mills around Fernie. On July 1st 1915 a first aid competition was held on the grounds of what is now city hall and in 1923 there was Dominion Day Q ueen Competition. Photographer Fred Spalding donated 1 dozen photographs to the 3rd Lady in Waiting. Parades also seem to have been a feature of the day as well. In 1927, which signaled the beginning of July 1st as we know it, Fernie along with the rest of Canada celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of Confederation. A national committee was established which made suggestions as to how local communities could mark the occasion. In 4"563%": 46/%": .0/%": +6/& +6-: +6-:

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â&#x20AC;&#x201C; usually where the golf course is now or out towards Morrissey. The day was filled with friendly competition, food and ice cream. At the end of the day the children were rounded up and loaded on to the train where seats were found and all were glad to be on their way home, treasuring fond memories and sharing them for days to come.

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Community EcoGarden Treasure Hunt

rentice Park, which encompasses the school yards and soccer fields, is a familiar place to Fernie children. On Canada Day, though, the kids have an opportunity to enjoy this open grassy space with their families and take in all the celebrations planned. The long day, with busy market, entertainment, crowds, and play areas can become overwhelming for little ones. The Community EcoGarden comes to the rescue with a unique activity inside its deer fence. To slow the pace, enjoy the peaceful gardens and focus on an interesting task, consider taking your child on a garden treasure hunt!

The EcoGarden’s third annual Treasure Hunt is a fun activity for all ages, but preschoolers will need the help of a parent or older sibling. This is how it works: Stop by the EcoGarden information table inside the big garden gate any time between 10am and 4pm on Canada Day. Pick up a list of treasure hunt items and a pencil, then start your search! Discovery is the goal, so your little hunters will find their natural treasure, but leave it where it is. Rather, write a few words on the list to describe it. Completed treasure lists will be collected and entered in a prize draw at the end of the afternoon. Everyone is welcome to visit the EcoGarden to participate in the treasure hunt, or to simply wander amongst the beds. Member gardeners will be on hand for tours through the garden and to answer questions. For more information visit www.ecogarden.ca or phone 250-423-3482.

Canada Day Bike Rodeo 2012

ome join us for this fun filled family annual event! Bring your kids, bikes, pets and get ready once again as we celebrate Canada day with The Gearhub Bike rodeo. Dress up (your pets too!!) and tour your pets around the track to kick off the Canda day celebrations. Then join in for fun and prizes as we continue with bike races for kids of all ages and abilities. There will also be a NEW "Run Bike" category this year for the littlest of riders too! This annual event is a favorite among many and is sure to be a fun filled event for all, don't miss out!

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Canada Day Kids Tent

he Fernie Childcare Society will once again be teaming up with the City of Fernie department of recreation to provide a kids tent at the Canada Day festivities. Crafts, face painting, and infant play area will be available. As well, the Society will be selling drinks as a fundraiser for the non-profit, charitable daycare. The Childcare Society is a volunteer board which

serves to meet the needs of children and their parents by providing licensed, affordable child care services in Fernie. The society was formed in 2007 and the daycare opened it’s doors in September of 2009. Located at 1101 2nd Ave, you can “hear” the thriving business playing in the backyard. The centre is open 8 am to 5:30 pm five days a week. If you have toys in good condition that would benefit from a home at our infant/toddler centre for kids 0-2.5 or our early childhood centre for kids 2.5-5.9, please feel free to drop them by the centre during operating hours. The Society is very grateful for all the monetary and donations-in-kind that the daycare has received from generous members of the Elk Valley community and businesses in it’s first three years of operation. A $10,000 donation from Teck last year allowed the centre to make many improvements. While both our daycare centres are presently full with waiting lists the board is looking into expansion. If your family requires childcare and you are interested in volunteering for this initiative please contact the Fernie Childcare Society chair: ferniechildcareboard@gmail.com Photos by Rebecca Edwards

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Music Line-Up

anada Day is right around the corner and this year’s celebration has an epic musical line-up that is sure to have all ages dancing through the day all the way to the evening fireworks display. Starting at noon the stage will have children’s entertainment with PT the Clown. Music performances will follow with local acts such as The Bickertons, Red Girl as well as Cranbrook’s Heather Gemmell and The Peaks. After a quick dinner break, the music will continue with Lethbridge duo Redrum Triumph, Golden BC’s Southern rock quartet Willhorse, and Fernie’s own power punk rock fun band The Runs. Just before the fireworks Fernie’s stoke folk band Shred Kelly will headline the show getting the crowd foot stomping into the night. Shred Kelly has just returned from Toronto having finished recording the follow-up to their debut album “Goodbye July” and are excited to play some new songs to home town Fernie before heading out across Canada on summer tour playing festivals such as the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival, and The Ottawa Blues Fest. The new album “In the Hills” is slated to be released on September long weekend and all band members are excited to be debuting some new songs that were inspired by mountain life and history in the Elk Valley. Shred Kelly will take the stage on Canada Day having just come back from the Tracks on Tracks train trip from Vancouver to Toronto that CBC Radio 3 will be broadcasting. Ten bands have been selected to make the journey to NXNE Music Festival in Toronto by train that will be a ‘Festival Express’ style documentary filmed by Green Couch Productions. In addition to live music and children’s entertainment, the days activities will also include the singing of O’ Canada, bike parade, bike rodeo, face painting, food venders, mountain market, and many more family attractions to celebrate the nations birthday.

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ernie Mountain Market aims to promote handmade and homemade goods and therefore supports vendors that offer products that they make, bake, and grow. CANADA DAY Market - Sunday July 1st, 12-5pm at Prentice Park It’s the first market of 2012 and it’s usually one of our biggest. All vendors

welcome, you must pre-register for this event so that we can reserve you a space. To reserve your spot for this event and to learn more view our website at www. mountainmarket.ca or call 250 423 6674. Mountain Market will be open weekly every Sunday at Rotary Park in Fernie from 10-2pm starting July 8,2012. See you there!

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Celebrate Canada Day! Prentice Park Near the Elk Valley Hospital Noon to 5pm and 7pm to Dusk

Pet & Bike Parade to Start the Day Best Stuff to Do For Kids of All Ages Bouncy Houses, Climbing Wall, PT the Clown, Kids Tent, Eco-garden Treasure Hunt, Dunk Tank, 3 hole golf Cake to Celebrate Entertainment Be there to Mountain Market Refreshment Gardens Celebrate (Admission 19 years)

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Sunday Downtown Socials 2nd Avenue 1pm - 4pm Trunk Treasures Special Events Sidewalk Shopping Wednesday Night Concerts & Market Station Square 5pm - 9pm Mountain Market & Entertainment

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Sunday August 5th, 1pm - 4pm Fernie Friendship Day

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Sunday July 15th, 1pm - 4pm Made for Fernie

Sunday August 12th, 1pm - 4pm Show ‘N Shine

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Classic Cars, Trunk Treasures, Entertainment, Food & Beverages

Sunday July 22nd, 1pm - 4pm Fernie’s Got Fashion

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Fashion Show, Sidewalk Shopping, Trunk Treasures, Entertainment, Food & Beverages

Sunday July 29th, 1pm - 4pm Sport Sunday

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Sunday August 26th, 1pm - 4pm Fernie’s Got Talent Children’s Talent Show, Trunk Treasures, Entertainment, Food & Beverages

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