Cranbrook Daily Townsman, April 02, 2013 by Black Press Media Group

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LET US EMERGE, AND SUN OURSELVES: The Cranbrook area’s population of Western Painted Turtles is out and about. Stewart Wilson photographed this one at Elizabeth Lake on Saturday afternoon. In the spring, when the water reaches 15–18 degrees Celsius (59–64 degrees Fahrenheit), the turtles begin actively foraging, after their winter’s hibernation buried at the bottom of the lake.

Rails to Trails Society signs agreement with cities C A R O LYN G R A N T Daily Bulletin

When the Rails to Trails link between Kimberley and Cranbrook was built, the goal was that the maintenance and day-to-day operation of the trail was to be handled by a Rails to Trails non-profit society.

A Society was formed, details worked out and now both Cranbrook and Kimberley city councils have signed off on a one-year trial operating agreement. The management agreement outlines responsibilities of both cities and Society, including shared funds

from both Kimberley and Cranbrook each year for an operating budget. The Society will look after general trail maintenance tasks such as noxious weed treatment, keeping the trail clear of obstacles, clearing vegetation around crossings, line painting and

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trail users, up from 21,005 in 2011. The proposed budget for 2013 is $32,350, which includes general maintenance, a seasonal washroom contractor, development of interpretive signage, insurance etc. John Mandryk, Chair of

the Northstar Rails to Trails Society, said in a report to the councils, that the expenses are justified as for every dollar spent on the trail, 10 dollars is expected to be injected into the local economy.

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The Canadian Cancer Society’s campaign to fund research to outsmart cancer is underway Sally MacDonald Townsman Staff

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The local branch of the Canadian Cancer Society held an event on Thursday, March 28 to launch Daffodil Month and celebrate the organization’s 75th anniversary. The Canadian Cancer Society was founded on March 28, 1938, and has grown to become Canada’s leading cancer-fighting charity. “Today – thanks to the years of support of volunteers and donors in communities like Cranbrook – the Society has the reach, strength and experience to make the most impact against cancer,” said Lynnette Wray, Support Programs Coordinator for

The City of Cranbrook proclaimed April as Daffodil Month and April 27 as Daffodil Day. Pictured here from left to right are: Cranbrook Councillor Sharon Cross, Canadian Cancer Society volunteer Daphne Hayden, and Cranbrook Mayor Wayne Stetski. the Canadian Cancer Society. Daffodil Month is an important campaign for the society, and dona-

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cancer, and advocacy for public policies that improve Canadians’ health. “We are so impressed by the number of British Columbians who wear their daffodil pin during April to show their support for those affected by cancer,” said Patti King, Team Leader of Health Promotion for the Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon. “This movement – which originated here in BC and is thanks to countless dedicated volunteers – recognizes the

cancer journey and mobilizes communities to make a really big difference in the fight against cancer.” Wray added: “Every year we see Cranbrook rally around Daffodil Month and Daffodil Day and this year is no exception. On behalf of the Society, I want to thank the City of Cranbrook for their support!” To find out where to pick up a daffodil pin, or to donate online, go to www.fightback.ca or phone 1-800-656-6426.

Restaurant group says B.C. eateries lost $1.5-billion under HST CANADIAN PRESS

KAMLOOPS, B.C. — The provincial sales tax is back in force in British Columbia, after the harmonized sales tax was wiped out overnight, and the province’s restaurant sector is delighted to return to its lower-tax status. The western vice president of the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association says the combined 12 per cent tax was tough on the bottom line of an already-suffering industry. Mark von Schellwitz

says restaurant business in B.C. grew just 1.4 per cent since the HST was imposed three years ago, while the rest of Canada grew more than 11 per cent in the same period. Von Schellwitz estimates the tax cost B.C. eateries $1.5-billion in lost sales. He says with the levy gone, the province’s restaurant industry is projected to grow 5.1 per cent in 2013. Restaurant patrons in B.C. will still have to pay the 5 per cent goods and services tax.

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Gearing up for Election 2013

With the Provincial Election now six weeks away, the Cranbrook Daily Townsman is presenting a weekly contibution from our two declared candidates in Kootenay East, Bill Bennett of the B.C. Liberals and Norma Blissett of the New Democratic Party. This initial week is a chance for the candidates to introduce themselves; subsequent weeks will see the candidates answering the Question of the Week. If you have a question you would like to submit for consideration, email barry@dailytownsman.com. The Question of the Week is prepared at the discretion of the Townsman. I grew up in a small town, fishing and hunting, working in my parents’ small business. My parents taught me to enjoy music, the outdoors and how to work hard. We chose Cranbrook as our home because the East Kootenay is the perfect place for Beth and me to raise our two sons and to enjoy the outdoors. Eventually we will retire here and continue to contribute to our community. I got into politics because our remote region will not get our fair share, nor will our regional voice be heard, unless we have strong representation in Victoria. Building my flyin fishing lodge in Manitoba, struggling to survive through tough times, team sports and practicing law all help me be an effective MLA. I want Cranbrook to

Bill Bennett keep its good jobs, for people to keep their right to access the backcountry and for my hometown to grow and add good new jobs in a responsible way. I focus on the economy because government can’t do good things without tax revenues to use. That

means jobs must come first. If coal isn’t being mined and shipped to Asia, if timber isn’t being pulled out of the bush and trucked into our mills, if tourists aren’t visiting our golf courses, back country lodges and ski resorts, then we have no tax revenues to pay for health care, education, social services, highways, policing and the other important services provided by government. Without a strong economy, any discussion of how to spend your tax dollars is not credible. The MLA for Cranbrook must be strong and independent enough to stand up to the urban interests in Victoria, to defend our rural region and make sure we get our share. That will continue to be my commitment to you.

I’ve lived in Cranbrook for the past 18 years and have had the benefit of raising three children in this community. I’ve always wanted to make a difference. That’s why I went into forestry and worked as a registered professional forester. That’s why I went into teaching and have taught at Mount Baker Secondary School and that’s why I have entered politics. I’ve seen through my involvement in various community groups that individuals can make a difference and in fact we must. On the doorstep and at community events I am speaking with voters of all ages. They are looking for a change in government and a change in MLA. After 12 years of Liberal government it’s time for change. It’s time for a new government with better priorities. It’s time for a gov-

Norma Blissett ernment that will grow a sustainable economy, create jobs and reinvest in our land. The BC NDP will invest in education and skills training, reduce inequality and improve healthcare. These are East Kootenay and provincial priorities. Government can’t do ev-

erything, but it must get the fundamentals right. Our number one priority is education and skills training. Access to education and skills training is key to growing a sustainable economy. New Democrats will improve access to quality health care. We will invest in home care for seniors, improve community-based services and facilities and reduce the cost of prescription drugs. As we announce our platform we will tell you what we are going to do and how we are going to pay for it. There won’t be any HST-like surprises once we’re elected. That’s our commitment practical changes that will make a real difference in peoples’ lives. Please support me in bringing change for the better to Kootenay East, one practical step at a time.

Mark Autism Awareness Day by ‘Lighting It Up Blue’ Barry Coulter

In 2007, the United Nations declared April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day, with the goal of bringing the world’s attention to autism, a pervasive disorder that affects tens of millions globally. In Cranbrook and around the province, Pivot Point Family Growth Centre has offices to help provide services to children, youths and adults diagnosed with Autism and other developmental disabilities. Today, April 2, Pivot Point is marking Autism Awareness Day with an open house down at its office in the new Kootenay Child Development Centre, 16-12th Avenue North in downtown Cranbrook (across from Safeway). Stop on by the boardroom between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to see what Pivot Point is all about, and how you can mark Autism Awareness Day. Part of Pivot Point’s awareness rais-

ing campaign is “Light It Up Blue.” Mark this day by wearing blue and “lighting up” your house with a blue lightbulb. You can string some blue Christmas lights, for example, or purchase an “Autism Speaks” blue lightbulb from the Home Depot on McPhee Road. Support continues throughout the month of April as it is also considered Autism Awareness Month. Pivot Point specializes in intensive therapeutic interventions for children with mild behavioural and emotional challenges to moderate or severe childhood disorders such as learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, and other challenges that limit success at home or school. The centres provide a wide range of autism services for children ages two to 19, as well as to young adults throughout B.C. All supports are tailored to the individual needs of each family in any amount required.

Man and dog save girls from freezing Alberta river C anadian Press

EDMONTON — A Good Samaritan and his dog are being credited with saving two little girls from drowning in the North Saskatchewan River. The girls, six and nine, were playing Sunday on ice near a foot bridge in Edmonton when they fell into the bone-chilling water. Rescue authorities say a man who was close by heard their

screams for help and pulled one child to safety, then raced with his lab-husky cross named Rocky to find the second youngster. Rescue spokesman Michael Tucker says the man fell through the ice at one point and had to be rescued by his dog. Tucker says Rocky then swam to the second child as she was drifting downstream. “She grabbed onto his leash.

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Brynlee Cowden, 11, is pictured supporting her younger brother Matthew Cowden, 6, to celebrate Light It Up Blue, Pivot Point Family Centre’s campaign to mark World Autism Awareness Day.

The dog pulled her to shore,’’ Tucker said. The child was hypothermic when a rescue boat took her to get treatment from waiting paramedics, he said. “If she was in the water much longer, who knows what could have happened, but an unbelievable story there.’’ The girls were examined in hospital and were both fine.

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How small can you make a month’s garbage? Wildsight challenges Cranbrook residents to compete to see who can throw away the least trash in May Sally MacDonald Townsman Staff

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Skye McDougall contemplates the three Rs and C – reduce, recycle, reuse and compost.

How much could you reduce your household waste, if you concentrated all your efforts? That’s the question Wildsight is asking Cranbrook residents with its Clean Bin Project. Running throughout May, the Clean Bin Project is a one-month challenge people can sign up for. Then participants will challenge each other throughout the month to recycle as much as possible and keep their garbage to a minimum. Wildsight’s sustainability coordinator Skye McDougall said that when the Clean Bin Project ran in Kimberley, some families were able to fit a month’s worth of garbage into a single bread bag. “I’d like to challenge Cranbrook to do better than Kimberley,” said McDougall, “and I’m ready to help!” “The goal of the Clean Bin Project is to tackle the serious issue of waste reduction,” said McDougall. “We can do this by raising awareness and demonstrating how reducing waste can be do-able and easy.” McDougall hopes that the sense of competition will encourage participants to work harder to recycle as much as possible. Peo-

ple taking part can share about their experience on Facebook and learn strategies on cutting down waste. McDougall will be available to answer questions about how, where and what to recycle or compost. In Cranbrook, each person produces on average six pounds of garbage every day, which works out to more than one tonne of garbage a year. Packaging makes up 33 per cent of that garbage. Composting could cut out 50 per cent of it. McDougall said that education about recycling would help cut down Cranbrook’s waste – and it’s simpler than people think. “With the three Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) and one C - that’s composting,” said McDougall, “we can make huge reductions in our garbage production. “As a consumer myself, I know that we all create a lot of garbage,” she said. “The excess packaging used for most products means that tons and tons of garbage ends up in our landfill.” The Clean Bin Project is the brain child of a young Vancouver couple who challenged themselves to live consumer and waste-free for a year. They carefully chose their purchases to

avoid packaging whenever possible. They made a film about the experience, and sparked a movement. As part of its launch events for The Clean Bin Project, Wildsight is showing that film on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the College of the Rockies lecture theatre. Those who are interested in joining the challenge should attend that film showing, where admission is by donation. Then, on Earth Day weekend, Wildsight is offering “introduction to composting” workshops. The Regional District of East Kootenay will offer subsidized compost bins to early workshop registrants. Finally, on Earth Day itself, April 22, there will be a launch party for the Clean Bin project, where participants can meet one another and prepare the monthlong challenge. Kimberley participants will also be on hand – with garbage in tow to show off their achievements. Columbia Basin Trust and the federal Department of the Environment have provided financial support for the project. To register or find out more about the Clean Bin Project, visit www.wildsight.ca/CleanBin.

Take care with outdoor burning Southeast Fire Centre warns that grass from last summer is highly flammable Sally MacDonald Townsman Staff

Take care with outdoor burning this spring, urges the Southeast Fire Centre. Now that the snow has finally left us alone (touch wood), many people around Cranbrook and Kimberley are conducting burning activities. But it’s important to remember that dried grass from last summer is highly flammable, the fire centre said in a news release last week. Almost all spring wildfires are caused by people, meaning they are preventable.

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Before undergoing a burn, the fire centre asks homeowners and industry personnel to read the B.C. FireSmart manual at bcwildfire.ca/ FightingWildfire/safety/ pamphlets/FireSmartBC4.pdf. Here is some advice from the fire centre on staying safe: * Ensure that enough people, water and tools are on hand to control the fire and prevent it from escaping. * Do not burn during windy conditions. Weather conditions can change quickly and the wind may carry embers to other combustible material and start new fires. * Create a fireguard at least one metre around the planned fire site by clearing away twigs, grass, leaves and other combustible material. * If you are planning a large burn, consider conducting smaller burns around the perimeter beforehand to create a fuel break and

help stop the fire from spreading beyond its intended size. Each of these fires should be kept small and must be completely extinguished before starting a new fire. * Never leave a fire unattended and make sure that your fire is completely extinguished and the ashes are cold to the touch before you leave the area. Burning yard or garden waste is prohibited inside Cranbrook city limits, the city reminded last week. If you are planning to conduct a grass burn over 0.2 hectares, you need a burn registration number first. Call 1-888797-1717 to obtain one. What’s more, check air quality conditions before lighting to ensure venting conditions are appropriate. A “poor” or “fair” rating means open burning is restricted. Go to www.bcairquality.ca/readings/ ventilation-index.html

to check this. If you light a fire within one kilometre of forest or grassland, you may be held accountable for damages and fire suppression costs if the burn escapes and causes a wildfire. Anyone found in contravention of an open fire prohibition may be issued a ticket for $345 or, if convicted in court, be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 and be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs. If you see flames or smoke, call 1 800 6635555 toll-free or call *5555 on your cellphone. For the latest information on fire activity, conditions and prohibitions, visit the Wildfire Management Branch website at: www. bcwildfire.ca.

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Denise and Allister Pedersen will present a travelogue on their trip to Tanzania and Rwanda on Wednesday, April 3 at 7 p.m. at the College of the Rockies lecture theatre. Denise and Allister Pedersen travelled to Rwanda for a gorilla trek and Tanzania for a safari in October 2011. During their 21-day trip they visited Kigali and then drove 200 kilometres to Volcano National Park in Rwanda for the gorilla trek. The Tanzanian portion of the trip included visits to four national

parks including the Serengeti and a tour through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The trip concluded in Zanzibar for tours of the slave chambers and spice plantations. The presentation gets up-close and personal with many varieties of birds, butterflies and beasts including the mountain gorilla, baboons, lions, leopards, lizards, weavers, giraffes, hippos, secretary birds and the lilac-breasted roller. Tickets are by donation to the GoGo Grannies for the Stephen Lewis Foundation.

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Bride Lu Furber grins as 540 people prepare to break the world record for the longest shot ski. Groom Jeremie Boiteau is to the bride’s right (wearing a grey hat).

Newlyweds help break shot ski record N i co le Lie bermann Fernie Free Press

A new world record for longest shot ski has been set, and it happened in Fernie. Hundreds of people came out to watch and take part as history was made at Fernie Alpine Resort Saturday afternoon, March 30.

Over 700 feet of skis were bolted together, set up at the base of the Timber Chair, and lined with shots of Jagermeister. With some very careful organization, 540 people lifted the skis together and simultaneously took a shot to toast the wedding of dedicated ski bums

Lu Furber and Jeremie Boiteau. The couple was married at the top of the ski hill earlier in the day and skied down the mountain to meet family, friends, and hundreds of strangers who were inspired to come out and take part in their record-breaking celebration.

The event was sponsored by Jagermeister and came together with help from many local organizations including Fernie Alpine Resort, Gear Hub, and Fernie Lodging Company. Guinness World Records was on hand to verify the shot.

BULL RIVER SHOOTERS ASSOCIATion

Another season gets underway Br adl ey Woods

The Bull River Shooter’s Association held its first match of the season this past Saturday, March 23. Twenty-two men, women and juniors ranging in age from 11 to “senior” gathered on a very chilly morning at our range near Fort Steele to test their freehand rifle skills in spirited competition. At the end of the day, tremendous accomplishments were realized by the shooters. Overall match winners are as follows: Silhouette Rifle .22 calibre B class — Dwayne Tiede A class — Richard Carrere AA class — Bill Johnson (won a shootout against Angie Graham) AAA class — Jeramey Marsh Match Champion Rob McKeeman Hunter Rifle .22 calibre B class — Clayton Williams A class — Kalvin Marsh AA class — Trudy Phillips AAA class — Oliver Graham Match Champion Rob McKeeman We were very pleased to have five juniors shooting at this match and hope they continue to enjoy our sport. And to

have 22 shooters at the first match of the year is a sign of great growth to come. The great thing about silhouette shooting is you enter a class based on your ability and so compete against people of your skill level. It doesn’t take long to get caught up in the enthusiasm and shooters are soon looking at the class chart to see how close they come to moving up. Of course you are competing against others, but most of us are really competing against our own scores. Membership fees for the BRSA are $90 for the year (March 1 - Feb. 28). Additional dependant family members may join for $15 each, which covers insurance costs. In addition to insurance (which includes liability protection for members if ever involved in a shooting accident) and ongoing club expenses, dues cover your participation in four club matches, scheduled throughout the season. Juniors compete for free. Membership for those 65 years and up is $35 but does not include any match fees. Memberships can be purchased from Rob McKeeman at 250-426-2794. Memberships can also be purchased at any

club match. Anyone is welcome to enter a club match, including non-members, and spectators are always welcome! The entry fee is $10 per gun (Silhouette class and Hunter class). Our next match is April 13 and 14. We are inviting anyone who’d like to try the sport to join us at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13 for an introductory lesson and we’ll even have some rifles available to try. Please let Rob know by phoning him at 250-426-2794. We will then have a regular club match after lunch (40 shot). Sunday, April 14 will be a high power match where shooters test their freehand skill at ranges from 200 metres to 500 metres. We will be conducting our annual range clean-up on Saturday, April 27, to help prepare our range for the Victoria Day Weekend Annual Match, which will be the B.C. Provincial Championship this year. A wealth of information about Metallic Silhouette shooting can be found on the Internet. For information about the BRSA please contact Rob as noted to the left. New members are always welcome. We look forward to seeing you at the range.

UPCOMING Wed April 3rd GoGo Grannies Travelogue. Very exciting Gorilla trek in Rwanda. Join Allister and Denise Pedersen as they take us on a photo journey of this gorilla trek, many other animals and exotic bird watching. Entry is by donation. 7:00pm, College of the Rockies Lecture Theatre. Info: Norma at 250-426-6111. 2013 FREE PUBLIC SWIM - SHUT DOWN - No swims April 3 & 17. The GoGo Grannies of Kimberley are having a fund raising African Dinner on April 6 at 6 pm at the Old Bauernhaus. There will be an Silent Auction, Door Prizes and Great Food also a No Host Bar. Contact Ruth at 250-427-2706. SOCIAL - DANCE held monthly at the Cranbrook Seniors HALL on 2nd St. South, APRIL 6th with music provided by the GREAT CANADIAN BARN DANCE of HILL SPRING, ALBERTA. Come out from 7-11 with friends and family for a night of Great Dance and fun! Call 250. 489. 2720. alcohol-free premise Ladies Double Dart Tourney April 6th 2013, Cranbrook Legion. Registration 9:30, Start 10:00. More info Rob Martin 250-489-1273. Don Johnson Memorial Dart Tourney, Eagles Nest - Cranbrook Eagles Hall, April 6th 2013. Registration- 9:30 am. Start- 10:00 am. For more info contact Lloyd 250-426-2442. Mountain View District - Girl Guides of Canada will be selling our Spring Cookies on Saturday, April 6 at Wal-Mart, Safeway, Save-On Foods and Tamarck Centre, from 10am to 4pm. The Rocky Mtn Fly-Fishers invite you to our meeting April 9, 7:00 pm in the Superstore Community Room. Guest speaker: H. Lamson (Fish Biologist). Limited seating: 250-489-3013 or 778517-3996 to reserve. April 10th. Kimberley Garden Club April Meeting program: Growing and Using Edible Herbs and Flowers. Selkirk High School Library 7-9 pm. New members welcome. Info: Nola 250-427-1948. Home Grown Music Society presents the 30th Anniversary Celebration Coffee House on April 13 at Centre 64 at 7:30 pm. Tickets at the Snowdrift Cafe in Kimberley. “Walking the Camino de Santiago” Lorna and Suzanne invite you on a photographic journey of our 800 km pilgrimage from St Jean-Pied-de-Port in France across Spain to Santiago de Compostela. Sunday, April 14 at 7:30 pm. Kimberley United Church, 10 Boundary St. (corner of Boundary & Wallinger) Admission by donation. Proceeds to Kimberley United Church. Cranbrook Community Theatre wishes to transport you into spring with their upcoming production, Enchanted April. Directed by Terry Miller, Enchanted April runs for ten nights, April 12 & 13, 17-20 and 24-27, 2013 at the Studio/Stage Door, 11-11th Ave S, Cranbrook. Tickets available at Lotus Books. East Kootenay Historical Association Meeting, Sunday Apr. 14, Heritage Inn, 12 noon. Guest speaker: Angus Davis. Phone Marilyn 250-426-3070 or Skip 250-426-3679. ONGOING Learn to Fish @ Kootenay Trout Hatchery! Come on out to the hatchery pond for this opportunity – great for all ages. Call now to book a session (250) 429-3214. Open now through the end of August! Tours also available. Tai Chi Moving Meditation every Wednesday 3-4 pm at Centre 64. Starts November 7th. Call Adele 250-427-1939. Special Olympics BC – Kimberley/Cranbrook now has an Active Start! Active Start is for children with intellectual disabilities ages 2-6, teaching basic motor skills through fun, positive experiences.Thursdays, 10-11am at Kimberley Aquatic Centre ** Transportation available. Call Julia 427.3324 or Cyra 250.919.0757 Registration for Cranbrook Minor Ball is available online at www.cranbrookminorball.net and at Player’s Bench until the end of March 2013. Cranbrook Senior Centre, Branch 11 holding their meetings every third Thursday a month. 1:30pm at the hall. We always welcome new members. Play and Learn Parenting/Literacy Program – 8 week registered program for parents with preschool children with a facilitated play and activity component for children. Kimberley Early Learning Centre Kim 250-427-4468. StrongStart BC - FREE family drop-in program for preschoolaged children accompanied by a parent. Kimberley Early Learning Centre. Monday 9 - 12, Tuesday 9 - 12, Thursday 9 – 12, Friday 9 - 12. Gina 250-427-5309. Treehouse—Families with children 5 & under are invited to come play. Free drop-in program in gym of Kimberley Early Learning Centre. Transportation avail. Tuesdays, 9:00 - 12:00. Diana 250-427-0716. Cranbrook’s Bibles for Missions Thrift Store thanks you for your support. 824 Kootenay St. N. Open 10-5, Tues-Sat. A great place to save or volunteer. SPECIAL GOSPEL SERVICES: Each Sunday to March 31, 2013, from 3:00 - 4:00 PM Mountain Time. Girl Guides of Canada Hall, 1421 2nd St S Cranbrook. Phone contact: (250) 426-4791. Place your notice in your “What’s Up?” Community Calendar FREE of charge. 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ne hesitates to quote Dave Barry, but sometimes you just have to: “Thanks to modern medical advances such as antibiotics, nasal spray, and Diet Coke, it has become routine for people in the civilized world to pass the age of 40, sometimes more than once.” The most startling statistic I have seen in years is this: since the 1840s, life expectancy in the developed countries has increased by three months per year. That rate of increase continues to apply today. Unless it deviates radically from its historic pattern, now almost two centuries old, the children born in 2000 have a life expectancy of around 100 years. That sounds so extreme that you have to pick the numbers apart before you’ll accept them. Let’s see. 1840 to now is about 160 years. Life expectancy in the United States and Britain was about 40 in 1850. Today it’s about 80. A 40-year increase in 160 years — yup, that’s three months more every year. Of course, you suspect that there’s a hidden front-end load in this statistic: that most of the increase in average lifespan came during the first century of this period, when better food, clean water and antibiotics were suppressing the infectious diseases that killed so many people in childhood. And it’s true that that’s the phenomenon that drove the process in the early decades of the period — but the rate has remained steady right down to the present. By 1971, the diseases of childhood had been largely suppressed, and as a result life expectancy for a man in Britain, for example, had risen to 68 years. For a woman, it was 72. Most further increases in life ex-

pectancy could only come from medical and lifestyle changes that lengthened survival rates in the later decades of life. But life expectancy at birth went on rising. It is now 77 for a British male, and 81 for a female. British people are living ten years longer than in 1971, which was only 42 years ago. So average lifespan is still going up at the same old rate: three months per year. And there’s more good news for these longer-lived people: the incidence of Gwynne crippling diseases and disabilities is still mostly a Dyer phenomenon of the last decade of life, even though that last decade is now a lot farther down the road. Indeed, demographers now make a distinction between the “young old” (in their 70s and 80s, mostly still independent and in reasonable shape physically) and the “oldest old” (in their 90s and 100s, mostly frail and in need of care). The same transformation is now taking place in the rapidly industrialising countries like China and India. Indeed, like the industrialisation process itself, it is happening even faster. Life expectancy in China was only 42 years as recently as 1950. It’s now 75 years, which means it was going up at SIX months per year for most of that period. (It has now slowed down to about the same pace as in the older developed countries.) However, there is a rather large economic problem hidden in these statistics. The proportion of the adult population that is over 65 years old, once only a small fraction of the whole, is now heading up towards one-third of the total. It is simply not possible for all of them to “retire” and be supported by the two-thirds who are of “working age”. The problem is even bigger for coun-

tries where the birth rate has fallen far below replacement level like China, Japan and Italy. As the elderly population expands, the working-age population in these countries is actually shrinking, and it is possible to foresee a time when there will be as many retired people as there are workers. That is undoubtedly why a Chinese government think-tank recently recommended that the regime end its one-child policy and allow everyone to have two children. “China has paid a huge social cost and it has resulted in social conflict, high administrative costs, and led indirectly to a long-term gender imbalance.” In plain Chinese, what they mean is that people who were only allowed one child were getting rid of the girl babies and trying again. That particular problem is confined to societies like India and China where sons are still seen as more desirable than daughters. But in virtually every country except those in Africa (most of which still have high birth rates and, in some cases, relatively short lifespans), the economic problem caused by longer life expectancy looms large on the horizon. Something has to give here, and it is probably the retirement age. Increasing numbers of over-65s are continuing to work, at least part-time. In fact, the latest statistics show that almost half of the increase in employment in Britain since the beginning of the recession in 2008 has been of people over 65, mostly in self-employment or part-time work. Many other countries are experiencing the same phenomenon. Welcome to the new world. Gwynne Dyer is a London-based independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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The House of Pain fielded three fighters that won their bouts and represented Cranbrook in the North American Challenge 29 in Vancouver a week ago. Adam Wills, Donovan Hack and John McKinnon were all victorious in their fights as they participated in the undercard for the event, building up hype for the main event. McKinnon fought Daniel Richard out of Universal MMA, based in Vancouver, in the featherweight division. “It was a pretty good first round,” said House of Pain Sensi Mike Corrigan. “Some pretty good stand up, they had some good techniques going— both of them. Went to the ground, John tried a couple of good submission attempts from side control, but they were close. “Second round, they came out, went to the ground about a minute in, and John finished him off with a Kimura [submission].” The victory boosts McKinnon’s fight record to one win and one loss. Hack faced Jared McCann, representing Mamba MMA out of Abbotsford, in the welterweight division that ended with a decision and giving him a 2-0

record. “Donovan controlled the standup, he controlled the range really well,” said Corrigan. “He stopped every takedown attempt that Jared tried on him. When it finally did go to the ground, Donovan got good back control, was dropping some really good ground and pound on McCann at the end of the second round, to the point where the ref was almost stopping it, but the bell went. “Went to the third round, and again, a really good battle, standup and on the ground, and it came out with a unanimous decision for Donovan.” Wills’ opponent was David Cunningham, who represented Island Warriors out of Campbell River, and his victory gives him a 4-1 record. “First round they came out, it was pretty good standup, they did a little feeling out at the beginning of the round, and then it kind of went a little serious, a couple of good clinches, a couple of really good inside knees from Adam, and some good inside boxing—some good body shots—when they were clinched up,” said Corrigan. After the first round, the fight was called for Wills, because Cunningham didn’t answer the bell for the second round.

Russian forward for Kazakhstani hockey club dies after hit to the head MOSCOW - A player in the Kazakhstani ice hockey league has died, several days after receiving a violent hit to the head during a playoff game. Dmitri Uchaykin, a Russian forward for the Ertis Pavlodar club, was 32. His club announced the death on its website, but did not give further details. Uchaykin took a hard hit from Arystan forward Donatas Kumeliuskas during their game, but Russia’s Sovetsky Sport said the player left the ice on his own and drove back home after the game. It said he then lost consciousness the next day and was rushed to a local hospital, where he died of a stroke early Sunday. Uchaykin has spent most of his career with Russian club Amur. Canadian Press

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Archers compete in the 2013 B.C. Indoor Archery Championships over the weekend at the Cranbrook Curling Centre.

Curling centre hosts archery provincials In Cranbrook for the second straight year, the event drew competitors from around B.C.

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The Curling Centre was a hub of archery activity over the weekend, as the 2013 B.C. Indoor Championships was underway featuring competitors from all over the province. Cranbrook hosted the event for the second straight year, after it wasn’t picked up anywhere else, according to Elaine Johnson, a

director with the Cranbrook Archery Club. “What happened was nobody actually stepped up and when I took it to the executive in the club, I said, ‘Well, what the heck, we may as well, we already have everything now,’” said Johnson. “We have a good amount of targets, we have an amazing amount of help. “It’s been phenomenal. We didn’t plan on

Results Bare Bow - Cadet Eden Miller 599 Bare Bow - Cub Elissa Foley 921 Kelly Murray 446 Bare Bow - Mstr 50 Angela Foley 731 Compound - Cadet Darby Dean 1152 Krista Pitney 1141 Jessica Krewenchuk 1052 Compound - Cub Kyra Adachi 1091 Allaina Proctor 1082 Sarah Brown 964 Compound -Jr. Brittany Johnson 1138 Compound - Sr. Elaine Johnson 1146 Sheila Killberg 1129 Mary Ostermeier 1061 Recurve - Cadet Mariessa Pinto 763 Recurve - Sr. Diana Kaun 923

doing it two years in a row, but I’m glad we did it. It was worth it.” The event featured competitors from across the province, as well as local talent that included Paralympic archer Kevin Evans and his coach, Vladimir Kopecky. “We’ve got people from as far away as Prince George and the Island that have come over. We were actually

Bare Bow - Cadet Keelan Boyle 772 Bare Bow Mstr 60 Johnny Zawada 890 Bare Bow - Sr. Fred Streloff 993 Shawn Dempster 765 BHF - Sr. George Terpsma 1079 BHO - Mstr 50 Ed Ford 1136 Ted Kennedy 1113 BHO - Sr. MIke Ford 1173 Chris Mummery 1163 Randy Grant 1111 BHUn - Mstr 60 Al Campsall 1173 Ron Ostermeir 1151 BHUn - Sr. Adam Pitney 1154 Collin Pitney 1129 Compound - Cadet Tony Proctor 1182 Colten Loewen 1169 Jordan Adachi 1152

supposed to have someone from Washington (state) come up and he never ended up making it,” said Johnson. “…Prince George and Vancouver have a huge amount of shooters, so it’s very, very big up there, and ours is getting comparable to Prince George.” Roughly 61 archers came out to put their skills to the test, with

Compound - Cub Spencer Schouwenburg 1153 Daylon Stanley 1031 Austin Durham 1011 Compound Jr. Graeme Black 1181 Curtis Mummery 1168 Adam Pitney 1155 Compound - Mstr 50 Toni Souto 1072 Richard Benstead 1067 Compound - Mstr 60 Greg Birtwistle 1157 Ken Cameron 1140 Al Wills 1140 Compound - Pre-Cub Darius Brons-Cooney 980 Compound - Sr. Kevin Evans 1181 Jeff McKay 1162 Rick Krewenchuk 1094 Recurve - Mstr. 60 Brian Kaun 884 Recurve - Sr. Larry Moyer 1092 Greg Fong 980

“It’s been phenomenal. We didn’t plan on doing it two years in a row, but I’m glad we did it. It was worth it.” Elaine Johnson

approximately 20 local shooters in the ranks, as competition ran on Saturday and Sunday. Evans, a local twotime Paralympian who competed in Beijing for the 2008 Games and also in the London last summer for the 2012 Parlaympics, wasn’t the only notable shooter in the lineup. The Cranbrook Archer Club has a few young competitors that have made an impact on the national stage, according to Johnson. “We have some of the top shooters in Canada right now,” Johnson said. “Brittany Johnson finished as top Cadet in Canada last year and Adam Pitney in the top three. “…Darbie Wills, Brittnay Johnson, Adam Pitney and Curtis Mummery have all been invited to try out for the World Juniors in China.”

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It is with great sadness the family of Arthur Baerg announce his passing after a courageous battle with cancer. Arthur passed away peacefully on the morning of March 27th in the arms of his beloved children Darren and Connie.

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Obituary Nathan Colin Bue July 24, 1974 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 24, 2013 With broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of Nate Bue, Beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend. Nate leaves behind his loving wife Chrissy of 21 years, his three children Georgia, Montana and Jasper, mom Linda (Jerome) brother Nolan, Great Grandpa Roy, along with many friends and other family. Nate lived his life going to extreme with everything he did, whether that was working or enjoying time with his family and friends. He enjoyed being outdoors above anywhere else. Nate had a passion for working, one of his loves was driving truck, enjoying the challenges of the weather and road conditions. He made many amazing friends doing this. Nate was also very proud of his family calling them â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bue 5â&#x20AC;? bragging about his wife and kids. He also had a special bond with his great grandpa Roy. Nate had many close friends which he considered family and treated them as such. A celebration of life will be held at McPhersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home in Cranbrook on Wednesday April 3rd, 2013 at 3:00pm.

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Arthur was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather whom always put his family first. He was married to Elaine, his best friend of 60 years, and was the devoted and faithful husband of 54 years to Elaine also. In the summer Arthur loved to take his family out on his boat to have a picnic and fish all day. He had a great passion for the game of golf and always looked forward to a challenge with his son Darren on the course or indoors on a videogame. Arthur and Elaine loved to take their RV south during the cooler months and meet up with friends. Arthur had resided in Cranbrook for the past 47 years and was the owner and operator of the OK Tire Store for 28 years. He always enjoyed working with the public and took pleasure in visiting with each and every person that came through his doors. He was a man of integrity and honesty which was reflected through his returning customers throughout the years.

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Arthur was predeceased by his father Jacob Baerg, his mother Tina Baerg and his sister-in-law Marilyn Pratt. He is survived and greatly missed by his loving wife Elaine; his daughter Connie (Rhet) Buterman; his son Darren (Susan) Baerg; his grandchildren Krystal (Yvan) Kathriner, Eric, Mason, Lauren and Kyle; his brothers and sisters Evelyn (Terry) Cahill, Irvin Baerg, Bill (Judy) Baerg, Allan (Marion) Baerg, Doug (Carol) Baerg and Debbie (Dave) Fooks; his brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws Joyce Kasner, Calvin Kasner, Kusty and Edith Block, Eddie and Linda Martens, Joe and Eva Harris, Ken Pratt, Sandra Pauls, Ron and Cindy Kasner and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Arthur will always have a place in our hearts, and we remember how he knew the right thing to say and gave well thought-out advice. He will still be our rock, a source of great inspiration and above all an amazing role model. A memorial service for Arthur Eric Baerg who passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 in Cranbrook, British Columbia will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints in Cranbrook at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a memorial donation in honour of Arthur may do so to the Canadian Cancer Society, 19 - 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2L9. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com

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Celebrities join Obama and family for annual Easter Egg Roll Stac y A. Anderson Associated Press

WASHINGTON — An amused President Barack Obama read a children’s book to a gathering of boys and girls at the White House, then peppered them with questions: Had any of them lost a tooth? Had any climbed trees? Had any fallen after climbing? It was all part of the annual White House Easter Egg Roll, which attracted 30,000 children and parents to the Executive Mansion’s South Lawn for a day of festivities. Obama, with his dog Bo seated beside him, narrated the popular illustrated book “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom’’ about alphabet letters and their adventures climbing up a coconut tree. “So clearly the alphabet is full of troublemakers,’’ the president concluded after offering his rendition. Moments earlier, speaking from the White

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