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Spring has sprung at the EcoGarden

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

COMMUNITY

Eat, Drink, Paint fundraiser - Page 12 GHOSTRIDERS

New head coach and GM - Page 11

ENTERTAINMENT

Wizard of Oz dance performance - Page 2

SPORTS

Rugby club welcomes new players - Page 20

West Fernie to be incorporated into the city

Kai Deydey enoying a sunny afternoon during the Fernie’s EcoGarden’s Wednesday Work Party on May 14. For the full story and more photos turn to page 27. Photo by K. Dingman

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ernie council has initiated a boundary extension process that will incorporate West Fernie into the city if they receive the consent of West Fernie property owners. The city is working with the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) on a possible five year term transition to bring properties in the extension area up to the full municipal tax rate. “There’s a lot more to do and there’s things that need to happen, both with respect to this and beyond it, but the fact that we’re having this discussion and making this resolution right now has a very significant place in Fernie’s history,” commented Councillor Randal Macnair. “If we, and [Area A] Director Sosnowski, can bring this forward with the residents of West Fernie, because certainly, we’re one community, and this reflects that, we’re all stronger as a result.” Following last year's Union of BC Municipalities' conference, several discussions took place between city of Fernie staff, RDEK staff, and members of the Minister's staff regarding the potential boundary extension. On December 9, 2013, a letter was sent by Lee-Ann Crane, Chief Administrative Officer with the RDEK, to Marijke Edmondson, director of local government structure with the Ministry of Community, Sport, and Cultural Development, asking the Ministry to provide a detailed offer of restructure assistance to help Fernie council move forward with a decision to incorporate West Fernie. On March 6, 2014, Fernie Mayor Mary Giuliano and Area A Director Mike Sosnowski received a response from Minister Coralee Oakes. The letter stated it was the Minister's understanding that the restructuring will ultimately bring the entire area of West Fernie into the city, the infrastructure upgrades will precede boundary change, and the implementation will take place in phases over a number of years. The letter went on to specify that the RDEK will establish a water and sewer service area in West Fernie by petition, which will replace the West Fernie Waterworks District. The RDEK will undertake borrowing to upgrade the infrastructure, and only once the upgrades are complete will the area be incorporated into the city. Continued on page 4

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Costumes and hip hop and bears, oh my!

From left: Shaylyn Johnson as the Scarecrow, Maylaiza Rookes as Oz and Kayla Nord as the Tin Man. Photo by K. Dingman

Miss Malissa Palliyaguru as Elphaba, The Wicked Witch of the West. Photo by K. Dingman

From left: Neve Richards as Dorothy, Nick Mitchell as Toto and Elisa Ogura as the Cowardly Lion.

Photo by K. Dingman

By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

he Creative Energy Arts Factory danced their way into the audience’s hearts with their Wizard of Oz performance. To mark the 75th anniversary of MGM’s classic Frank Baum tale, The Wizard of Oz, dancers sang, acted and danced the night away in the Traynor Hall Auditorium last Saturday. But this performance didn’t follow suit with the original tale. With hip-hopping crows, dazzling costumes, modern music and advanced dance moves, this Wizard of Oz performance was like no other. A few different tales inspired this show — Wicked; the story of Oz before Dorothy, The Wiz; Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones’ soulful take on Duette® Architella® Trielle™ Honeycomb Shades Provide Baum’s original tale, Duette® Architella® Trielle™ Honeycomb Shades Provide Energy Efficiency in Every Climate, Every Season. and Oz The Great and Energy Efficiency in Every Climate, Every Season. Powerful; Disney’s recent adaptation. Principal Director Alana Rybar, Artistic SummEr BEnEfit wintEr BEnEfit SummEr BEnEfit wintEr BEnEfit Duette® Architella® shades can Duette Architella shades can Director Malissa Duette® Architella® shades Duette Architella shades can reduce can unwanted solar heat reduce heat loss through windows reduce unwanted solar heat windows by up to 80%.reduce heat loss through Palliyaguru and the through by up windows to 45%. through windows by up to 80%. by up to 45%. ladies and gentleman of the dance school Complimentary Consultations, Measures and Installations on blinds transformed the story of Oz into a performance of their own.

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Free Press welcomes new reporter to town By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

Ed Bain standing at the cash register where last week two gentleman paid for his roses, toilet paper and coffee creamer. Photo by K. Dingman By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

A bit of good fortune for a local Fernie man last week. Ed Bain, 73, was shocked when two young gentlemen paid for his groceries at Extra Foods Thursday, May 15. The men, in their mid twenties or early thirties, offered to pick up the $47 tab as an act of kindness in the global pay it forward movement,

Bain said. “We were sort of overwhelmed by the whole thing because it’s just so unexpected,” he said. “It just left me with a good feeling, it’s a nice message to throw out there.” Bain says the next step for him is to provide another good deed to a lucky member of the community, something he and his wife are looking forward to. “This random gesture of kindness is so profound,” he said.

’m a confident, friendly, approachable gal who rips into life’s journey with a motocross helmet strapped onto my head and a smile plastered across my face. After graduating from Western University’s Journalism program in Ontario, I decided to pack up my clothes and my 20 lb pug and jet across the country to live in a place where the air is cleaner and the people are friendlier. I’m a motocross addict and a comic book junkie who loves covering local news, especially when it comes to covering niche groups that often seem to shine outside of the spotlight. While studying my M.A. at Western, I specialized in radio journalism, crafting documentaries that focused on specialized hobbies like RC racing, motocross and pinball, to name a few. I also spent some time volunteering for London and Guelph, Ontario’s local papers, writing for several different editorial categories including sports, arts and entertainment, health and news. My love for hiking, skiing and biking is what drew me to Fernie, but the small community vibe of the town is what pushed

Katelyn Dingman is the new reporter at The Free Press. Photo by N. Obre

me to pack my bags. When I’m not riding my bike or hiking up the hills, you can probably find me at the movie theatre. I’m an avid movie watcher who can’t say no to a good comedy or fantasy film… in fact, I’ve probably watched the entire Harry Potter series at least a dozen times. I haven’t been to a castle quite as magical as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, but my passion for traveling did bring me to the Neuschwanstein castle in Austria — a picturesque

fairy tale castle perched on the hilltops of the Bavarian Alps. My passion for traveling has also led me to explore such places as Germany, the Czech Republic, Australia and Tennessee. But nothing has caught my eye quite like the mountains here in Fernie. I’m looking forward to spending my days in this beautiful province and I can’t wait to get settled in and to start exploring all that Mother Nature has to offer.

Warmer temperatures prompt spring flood reminders Submitted Regional District of East Kootenay

ith warmer conditions expected to settle in over the next few weeks, and a higher than normal snow pack, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is reminding residents about the importance of being aware and prepared for the possibility of spring flooding. The snow pack is currently sitting at about 135 per cent of normal, and we haven’t yet hit our spring freshet. “We know we are going to see that snow make its way into our rivers and streams over the next few weeks, but it’s important to understand that the level of the snow pack is less significant than the way the melting occurs. For example, if we have a stretch of

warm days and cool nights, the melt will be completely different than if we go into a string of really hot days, warm nights and rain,” said RDEK Communications Manager Loree Duczek. “Having said that, there are a number of things the public can do to help themselves and help us be prepared in the event of a flood occuring, including: staying away from fast moving or high water, preparing their properties if they are in an area that typically experiences spring flooding, and reporting any unusual or rapidly changing conditions in rivers and streams.” If people notice creeks or rivers becoming suddenly chocolatey brown with large chunks of debris or if the flow suddenly decreases or stops, they should report it as soon as possible so the situation can be properly assessed by provincial

flood assessors. Additionally, if people are experiencing flooding that is impacting their access or affecting large areas, it should be reported so local emergency program officials are notified. The number to call in these situations is 1-800-663-3456. This is a provincial coordination centre and is the fastest way to get the best coordinated local response. The only time 9-1-1 should be used is if you feel your life or the lives of others are in danger. The RDEK Emergency Programs have secured additional sandbags, are doing a regional inventory of supplies and resources, and are participating in regular updates with Emergency Management BC, the River Forecast Centre and Environment Canada. Emergency Program staff have also completed Flood Observer Training.

For information on the RDEK’s Emergency Programs, contact Melody Munro at 250489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335. “Living in a mountainous area that enjoys four full seasons, there is always a possibility of seasonal spring flooding as we transition from winter to summer. The best thing we can do to prepare is use common sense; be prepared, stay safe by staying away from rivers and streams and report flooding if you see it,” added Duczek. Emergency Management BC has extensive flood preparedness information on its website, including everything from packing an emergency kit to proper sandbagging techniques: www.embc.gov. bc.ca.

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Fernie finalizes Official Community Plan By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

fter almost two years of planning, updating, and consultation, the update to Fernie’s Official Community Plan (OCP) is complete. Fernie Council voted on Monday, May 12 to bring the new OCP forward to a future public hearing to give residents a chance to weigh in on the update. The OCP takes into account a number of community components that work towards success and long term sustainability for Fernie, including land use and development, education, housing, social development, economy, transportation, natural areas, and infrastructure. It incorporates all of the plans and strategies Fernie has developed and implanted over the last 10 years, including the 2011 Integrated Community Sustainability Plan called Forever Fernie. The vision for Fernie, outlined in the OCP, was developed from the 2002 OCP, Fernie’s Quality of Life process, Forever Fernie, and community input received during the OCP update. It states, “Fernie is an economically, environmentally, and socially sustainable community where everyone has the opportunity to pursue an excellent quality of life. Fernie’s compact neighbourhoods provided a diversity of housing options, and are accessible and

friendly. A robust, diverse, and resilient economy, including natural resource and tourism industries, supports a skilled workforce. The beauty of the community, its healthy ecosystems, and beautiful recreation and leisure opportunities attract residents and visitors alike.” The update process focused heavily on input from Fernie residents. Although work officially began in the summer of 2012, the project had unofficially begun years earlier. “It really started over six years ago when we put together the Official Community Plan Advisory Committee. We started with those members and ultimately ended up with a committee that worked on all of this,” commented Fernie Mayor Mary Giuliano. “I really need to thank all of those people from the community, and council members and staff, that put so much time and effort into this. It was thoroughly worthwhile.” The city worked with the Whistler Centre for Sustainability, partnered with EcoPlan, and received support from Cascade Environmental Resources Group. An OCP Community Advisory Committee was also set up, consisting of 15 volunteers representing a broad cross-section of Fernie residents, two city councillors, and the mayor. “This is really the culmination of an exercise involving the community and

The city of Fernie’s Official Community Plan update is complete.

members of council,” said Director of Planning Bruce Lennox. “Over 700 people were involved in the public process and the public consultation events.” The City of Fernie Official Community

Photo by N. Obre

Plan can be accessed in the agenda for the May 12 council meeting, viewable through the city’s website at www.fernie.ca.

Council moves forward with incorporating West Fernie into city Continued from page 1

The Minister made an offer for restructure assistance that includes: a Municipal Restructure Assistance (per capita) Grant of $347,500; a Restructure Implementation Grant to convert

the West Fernie Waterworks District of $20,000; a Restructure Implementation Grant to update land use bylaws of $50,000; and a Provincial Rural Property Tax Transfer of $36,745.

ABOUT MINES ACT FEES... with MLA Bill Bennett 1. Currently, no fees are charged for permits granted under the Mines Act, despite fees charged to the forest, oil & gas, transportation & tourism industries. Mining is growing in BC with record amounts being invested in exploration, new mines & expansions to existing mines. 2. Since 2011, we’ve lowered the turnaround time for a Notice of Work from 110 days to 55 days. This required extra resources and the Ministry of Finance asked the Mines Ministry to start contributing to the cost through fees. 3. One round of consultation with the industry based on a set of proposed fees is now complete and the ministry is starting a second round. An early decision: fees will not be charged to the grass roots level of mineral or placer exploration. Other final decisions about the rest of the exploration and operating mines will be made after this next round of consultations with the industry. Bill Bennett MLA, Kootenay East www.billbennettmla.bc.ca

Bringing West Fernie residents into the city will likely raise the population above 5,000, which will require Fernie to pay for policing costs. With the current offer, the Ministry of Justice has agreed if the population of the city is under 5,000 in the 2016 census, the population will not be reevaluated again until the 2021 census, regardless of the boundary changes that would be made after census day in May 2016. The letter also indicates the Ministry of Transportation

and Infrastructure generally continue to maintain local roads through its existing maintenance contract until the end of the five year transition period or until the maintenance contract ends. Moving forward, the RDEK will inform West Fernie property owners of the city's intention to take them into the city and what the impact will be. If consent from the area residents is received, the city will develop a boundary extension proposal and submit it to the Ministry for consideration. At this point, the city's electorate would be

informed of the intention and impacts of incorporating West Fernie and asked for approval. If the city's electorate reject the proposal, the boundary extension would not continue. However, if the electorate approves the proposal, the boundary extension will be brought forward for cabinet's consideration. More information on the West Fernie boundary extension can be found in the regular council meeting agenda for May 12, viewable on the city of Fernie website at www.fernie.ca.

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LOCatiON Baynes Lake Community Centre 468 Jaffray Baynes Lake Road Baynes Lake, B.C. BC Hydro will host a public meeting with representatives from BC Hydro, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to provide information regarding Columbia basin reservoir levels, fish operations and BC Hydro programs and local activities. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Diane Tammen 250 489 6862.

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Upgrades for East Kootenay Regional Hospital’s ICU Submitted Interior Health

nly a year after the government gave the green light to major upgrades to East Kootenay Regional Hospital’s (EKHR) intensive care unit (ICU) and electrical system, construction has begun. "We knew this was a critical project for the entire East Kootenay region, so we made it happen," said Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett. “It takes time, energy and devotion to move major improvements like this forward, and now people can actually see all that hard work paying off.” The new ICU unit will replace the current four bed unit and feature two additional highacuity beds, which will help relieve pressure on the intensive care unit. The integrated design includes a 787 sq. metre addition on the northeast side of the existing hospital. The size and design of the new ICU will provide better flow through the unit for physicians and staff, as well as providing additional privacy. The enhanced care environment for patients will feature integrated family spaces and maximized natural light. “It is an honour to be part of a project that will not only improve services for patients and their families, but also enhance our health care capabilities in the region,” said Kootenay East Regional Hospital District Board Chair John Kettle. “It shows what can happen when different levels of government work together to pursue common goals. This is a proud day for us all.” The project also includes a significant electrical

upgrade at the facility. The new electrical system will improve the power supply to the entire hospital, optimize the electrical system performance and allow capacity to expand for future power needs. The electrical infrastructure will be located in the basement of the new addition. “It is always rewarding for the foundation to see the generous contributions of our donors turning into something concrete and real for the patients and caregivers we support,” said Brian Clifford, foundation chair. “We are honoured to be part of this exciting occasion.” “Our MLA and other important partners have allowed us to make many major improvements to our regional centre’s ambulatory care, MRI, digital mammography and emergency department over the last decade and this new intensive care unit will be the cement that holds everything together,” said Dr. Lawrence Jewett, EKRH and regional chief of staff. “A new ICU will reduce some of the need to transport critical heart and stroke patients outside the region for care and will be a great support to our recruitment of specialist physicians to Cranbrook.” The estimated total project cost is $20 million. The province is funding $11.93 million, the Kootenay East Regional Hospital District is contributing $7.95 million, and the East Kootenay Foundation for Health is contributing $120,000. Lark Projects Ltd. is the contractor overseeing the project, with full project completion anticipated for mid-2016.

THE FREE PRESS Thursday, May 22, 2014

THE FERNIE CURSE

A LEGEND EXAMINED

A Fernie Museum celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Curse Raising Ceremony

2014 Speaker Series The Sparrow Flutters and the Swallow Darts - The Curse a Blessing? Gordon Sombrowski Thursday, May 29, 7pm Fernie Museum Gallery Gordon Sombrowski grew up in Fernie in the shadow of the Curse - Join us for this first exploration of the Fernie Curse and its place in today’s community. For more information contact history@ferniemuseum.com

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Water Smart Ambassador The District of Elkford will have the Water Smart Ambassador, Voni Ratudradra, returning this season. He will be doing a survey of homeowners on bleeder lines. He will be asking residents if they have a bleeder line, the size, when you open and close it, etc. This survey will assist the District to try to ﬁnd methods of bleeding that may conserve water. Your assistance with the survey would be greatly appreciated. He also will be available for irrigation audits to help residents maximize the performance of their automatic sprinkler systems. Please contact the Ambassador at watersmartambassador@elkford.ca or 250.910.4028.

Citizen of the Year Do you know an outstanding Elkford Citizen that should be recognized as our 2014 Citizen of the Year? If so, submit your nomination, in conﬁdence, by May 30, 2014 @ 4:30 pm local time to: Citizen of the Year Nominating Committee Box 340 Elkford, BC V0B 1H0 Nomination packages are available at www.elkford.ca or the District of Elkford ofﬁce at 816 Michel Road.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SEASONAL HIGH SCHOOL POSITIONS July to August The Wild’s Calling … Dare to Answer.

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Are you a bear cub just out of 10 months hibernation and looking for adventure? If so, the District is looking for qualified high school students to work for the Elkford Leisure Services Department. Minimum Requirements: • 16 years of age or older. • Current high school student enrolled for education 2014/2015 school year. • Valid Basic First Aid Certification. • Physically fit. Wages starting at $16.20/hour for first year employees.

Each resume must include: • District of Elkford “Release of Information” form signed by the registrar. Available at www.elkford.ca • Photocopy of Driver’s License. • Photocopy of First Aid Certiﬁcate. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Editorial by Nicole Obre

Spring has sprung in the Elk Valley. The flowers are blooming, the barbeques have been dusted off, and skis and snowboards have been swapped for road and mountain bikes. And what says spring more than the arrival of newly born wildlife. Baby deer, elk, moose, and bears are taking their first steps, eating their first meals, and venturing around town - with or without their mothers. After a long winter, it's time to remember that we share our home with a variety of furry friends we don't often see when the valley is covered in a blanket of snow. Whether you've run into a bear in your backyard, a moose on the trails, or spotted a family of deer taking a leisurely stroll down the street, wildlife is everywhere in the Elk Valley. Now seems like as good a time as any for a refresher on how to keep your distance and respect our not so friendly neighbours. There are a number of things you can do to keep your home safe and less desirable to wildlife: - Keep garbage secured in a bear resistant container or in the house, garage, or shed until pick-up day, and return the containers to the secure site once they are emptied. - Pick ripe and fallen fruit daily and remove any unused fruit trees. - Put away your bird feeders. If you do have them out, keep the ground under the feeders free of seeds and nuts. - Keep your grill clean and store your barbecue in a secure area away from the prying paws of bears and other animals. - Keep your pet dishes and food inside, not out on your deck or patio. If you’re heading out on a walk, hike, or bike ride, make sure you are not only bear aware, but wildlife aware: - Bring a friend with you; your voices will help keep wildlife away. If you must travel alone, make as much noise as possible - don’t be afraid to call out into the forest every once in a while to avoid surprising animals. - Always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. - Carry bear spray and know how to use it, but only rely on it as a last resort. Most human-bear encounters can be resolved without the use of bear spray, if not avoided entirely. - Be aware of animal tracks and signs that animals are close by. Wildsafe BC provides helpful tips on staying wildlife aware whether you’re at home, work, or at play. They also report all wildlife sightings in our area. Check out their website at www. wildsafebc.com or visit their Facebook page: Wildsafe BC Elk Valley.

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A little perspective I would like to present some perspective to the immunization debate so that people who wonder what they should do do not make a mistake that costs children their lives. Most recently the news has been of measles. Measles is a terrible disease that kills approximately 700,000 people, mostly children, every year in this world. In the 1990 measles outbreak in the United States approximately 27,000 people got the measles and the mortality rate was 0.3 per cent. That's 81 people that died of the measles that year in the U.S. When the immunization rate drops it doesn't just affect those

Having read MLA Bennett’s letter (response to Alex Hanson’s ‘One of Us’, The Free Press, May 15) an acquaintance suggested that it was actually written by a BC Liberal hack. But no; it had Mr. Bennett’s fingerprints all over it. First of all, there was the characteristic double standard. He writes that mining is currently troubled in the province under the BC Liberals, “... as a result of a downturn in commodity prices.” But then he tells us that when mining was troubled in the naughty 90s it was... wait for it... the fault of the NDP government. He knows that resource exploration, development and production in B.C. depend on global demand regardless of who is in power in Victoria. To insinuate or claim otherwise is to show either a wilful ignorance of economic fact or a

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who choose not to be immunized. Measles outbreaks occur in under-immunized populations as we have seen in Alberta and the Fraser Valley. This puts all children six to 12 months of age at risk. This is a vulnerable period because immunity from the mother wains at this time and the standard immunization protocol does not give the measles vaccine until 12 months of age. For that reason Alberta Health, as of May 2, has issued a travel advisory for B.C. residents travelling to Edmonton, Calgary and central Alberta. If travelling with a child six to 12 months of age, the child should receive the measles vaccine. Please see the travel advisory at www.bccdc.ca/resourcematerials/newsandalerts/ healthalerts/2014healthalerts/MeaslesAlberta.htm. Dr. Dave McBeath Fernie, B.C.

well-developed capacity for avoiding the truth. Secondly, there are the typical exaggerations, used as counterarguments against the points raised by Mr. Hanson. Unfortunately, if Mr. Bennett cannot supply factual context for phrases such as “... preposterous and devoid of any fact,” or “... wildly inaccurate and reckless comments,” they are of little or no value. Thirdly, there is the irrelevant distraction ploy. Mr. Bennett cannot answer Mr. Hanson’s assertion that BC Liberal public servants have parlayed taxpayer-funded careers into lucrative employment with a Chinese mining company, so he comes way out of left field, dragging with him the same old, lame old, dreary and disproven cliches about the NDP 90s. Lastly, there is the insulting accusation that Mr. Hanson is “... out of touch... with working families.”

After all, it was Mr. Bennett who, during the 2013 election, adopted the contemptible political tactic of threatening Elk Valley mineworkers (and their families) that at the election they would be “... voting for their jobs.” His obvious intention was to advance his political self-interest by spreading fear of unemployment into the very homes of those families whose interests he claimed to represent. I would suggest to Mr. Bennett that Mr. Hanson, as president of United Steelworkers’ Local 9346, by working for the interests of mineworkers on the Elkview claim, is very much in touch “... with working families.” I wonder if Mr. Bennett can say the same. JC Vallance Fernie, B.C.

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Elk Valley students travelled to Europe on an educational tour during spring break. From left: Leader - Kerrie Purdy, chaperone - Jamie Parker, students - Courtney Bell, Sharon Glover, Hailey Glover, Madison Graham, Irlene Punk, Gabrielle Runzer, Michele Musil and Ethan Musil. Photo by John Paronitti Submitted by Kerrie Purdy and Michele Musil

lk Valley students and adults traveled to Europe on an 11 day educational tour (EF Tours) during the March spring break to Paris, Milan, Florence, Rome and the Island of Capri. Our tour began in Paris, where we met up with our tour guide who gave us lessons on the Paris Metro and took us to visit the Eiffel Tower, museums, churches and many crepe stands. The next day, our group had a bus tour to Versailles where the fate of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI was decided. We were then off to Milan, Italy on the TVG high-speed train at 300km/hour and in seven hours we found ourselves on a walking tour of Milan, including the Piazza De Duomo, Piazza della Scala and a high fashion street. Our next stop in Italy was Florence, where the students went to a leather demonstration and learned how to differentiate between fake leather and the genuine article. We had free time in Florence to visit the statue of David, basilicas, Roman bridges, fountains, markets,

and of course, eat pasta and gelato. From Florence our bus tour took us through two walled medieval towns before reaching Rome. In Rome we visited the Colesseum and the Roman Forum, and tossed coins into the Trevi Fountain. We tried to visit the Pope at the Vatican (he wasn’t home) and marveled at Michelangelo’s masterpiece on the vault of the Sistine Chapel and the largest church in the world, St. Peter’s Basilica. At the end of our tour, we took a ferry to the Island of Capri and boarded a small boat for coastal sightseeing, including interesting limestone crags called ‘sea stacks’ projecting above the sea. In the town of Capri, we walked through blooming flower gardens and ate lunch at the marina on a peaceful, warm day to end our fast paced tour of Italy. Next spring, in partnership with the Me to We Foundation and EF Tours, we will be travelling to a remote village in Ecuador, volunteering our experience, and embarking on a tour of the Amazon Jungle. If you’re interested in joining this adventure, contact kerriepurdy@shaw.ca.

For information or to register a team please contact: Jennifer 250-865-7156 elkfordecd@gmail.com

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hey grow up so fast. I think it’s one of the first things you hear about kids. Someone pulls you aside on the street to enlighten you with this information the first time you venture out with your baby. You chuckle politely and pull your stretched out coat a little more snuggly around your stretched out body, and adjust your baby carrier that’s fastened so tightly around your torso it feels like a straight jacket. The stranger peeks in to get a better look and you think; if they wake the baby up I might actually lay down on the sidewalk and cry, or hit this person so Shelby Cain hard that they have to lay down on the sidewalk and cry. I can count on one hand how many hours I’ve slept in the last four days and most of my parts hurt for reasons that are too embarrassing to talk about with anyone and I worry when the baby cries and I worry when the baby doesn’t cry and so no, stranger on the street, I would not describe this time as flying by. And then you blink, and your three year old is starting to say ‘like’ in front of 90 per cent of the words in her sentences, and that first baby who made your entire life feel like it was moving in slow motion and made some days feel extraordinarily endless is five. And writing in her diary. About what? I haven’t checked. I would imagine it is filled with the collection of words she knows, which do not actually make sentences, and some pictures of horses and dogs. It doesn’t matter. What does matter is that I have no idea where the time has gone. My babies are kids, and their brains are expanding with their bodies at warp speed. The other day Five asked me if she was allowed to take her bed with her when she moved out, or if she’d need to buy another one. What? I may have fallen to my knees. When I regained my composure I explained to her that by the time she would be ready to move away from home it would be so far into the future that beds might float. Gravity free. Who knows? She looked at me like a wise old owl and said “Mom, you have to let us grow up you know.” Ouch. I know, but indulge me a little longer. I got them a special snack, even though dinner was imminent, and we snuggled on the couch and read Robert Munch. So, stranger on the street, and the hundreds of people who came after you, you were all right. They do grow up fast. Hang on tight.

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Mondays

Tuesdays

• 6:30 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 10:30am – Indoor Walking at the Fernie Community Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 1:30pm- Crafts Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 10:00 to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15 to 12:00pm- Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years • 1:00 to 3:00pm – Computer Fun at the Sparwood Library • 1:00 to 3:00pm – Lanes and Leisure Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 4:30pm – After School Pottery I, ages 5-12, The Arts Station • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Lego Club, ages 6 – 10, Fernie Library • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Pool

• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30 – Ladies Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall • 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital • 7:00 pm – Mixed Darts at the Fernie Legion • 7:30pm – Crib/Whist at Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – AquaFit 14+ at the Sparwood Pool

Wednesdays

• 6:30 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:00-10:30 – Indoor Walking at the Fernie Community Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 11:00am – AquaFit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 10:30 to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 11:00 to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15 to 12:00pm- Toddlertime at the Fernie Library for ages 2 & under • 12:00pm- Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00pm- Cribbage at Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 4:45 pm – The Puzzlers, ages 9-12 at the Fernie Library (preregistration required) • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm – Free Dance Lessons in the Fernie Legion Hall • 7:00 to 9:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie • 7:00 to 9:00pm – Adult (19+) Badminton, Fernie Community Centre • 7:30 pm – Women’s Darts at the Fernie Legion • 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican,

591 4th Ave. Fernie • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Thursdays

• 6:30 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 9:45am – Aqua Blast at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00-10:30 – Indoor Walking at the Fernie Community Centre • 9:30-11:30am - MOMs Group at the Fernie Library • 10:00 to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:00 to 8:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre •3:30 to 5:00pm – Green Thumbs Environmental Club at the Sparwood Library • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Living Books, ages 6-10, Fernie Library • 6:00 – Youth Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Fridays

• 6:30 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 10:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Aqua Blast at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:30 to 9:30am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:00 to 11:00am- Adult Badminton Fernie Community Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Co-ed Aquafit at the Elkford Pool • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym in the Holy Family Centre, Fernie • 10:00 to 11:00am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:00 to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30 to 12:00pm - Toonie Swim at the Elkford Pool • 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 6:00pm Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:00 to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:15 to 12:00pm- Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years • 1:15 to 3:15pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool

• 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross Life Saving Lessons at the Elkford Pool • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Pioneer Crafts at the Fernie Library, ages 7-10 (registration required) • 3:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:00pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Pool • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Free Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00 – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:30pm- Men’s Darts at the Fernie Legion • 7:30pm – Cribbage at the Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Teen Swim (Grades 7-12) at the Elkford Pool

Saturdays

Elkford Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Kayaking at the Sparwood Pool • 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 24

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• 10:00 to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • Noon to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 1:00 to 3:00pm – Crocodile Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 1:00 to 5:00pm - Fernie Library Open to Public • 2:00 to 4:00pm – DnD for Teens at the Fernie Library • 2:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 2:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 4:00 to 6:00pm- Meat Draw at the Fernie Legion • 5:00 to 6:00 pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Sundays

• 12:00 to 2:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 2:30pm – ‘Game On!’ board games at the Fernie Library • 1:00 to 5:00pm – Fernie Library Open to Public • 1:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool • 2:00 to 4:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:00 to 4:30pm – Game On! Board Games for all ages at the Fernie Library • 4:30 to 5:30pm – Master Swim & Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the

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St. Michael’s Parish Tea and Bake Sale 12-2:30 at St. Michael’s Hall, Sparwood FMBC Bike Blitz at the Elk’s Hall, 9-5 pm Fernie Spring Clean Community Wide Yard Sale 10-4 Children’s Scavenger Hunt, Rotary Park SoWeCa Chamber Music Festival, Knox United Church 10th Annual Support the Cause Walk, for more details visit supportthecause.ca Baynes Lake Community Garage Sale, Community Centre 9-3, call 250529-7401 for more info Belle Plaine Live in concert, Clawhammer Press doors open at 7:30

Rotary Charity Golf Tournament, Fernie Golf & Country Club Elkford Triathlon East Kootenay Junior Open, Fernie Golf & Country Club Pottery Wheel, Fernie Arts Station 6:30 pm No School Friday, Fernie Arts Station 9:30 am ECD Charity Golf Tournament at Mountain Meadows Golf Course

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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

Municipal Election 2014

Pool Closure

General elections for Mayors, Councillors, Regional District Electoral Area Directors, and School Board Trustees are held every three years.

The Fernie Aquatic Centre will be closed from May 24 – July 4 2014 for facility maintenance.

Fernie residents are encouraged to be a part of their city’s democratic process on Saturday, November 15, 2014 when elections are held for City Council, and the School Board.

For our summer schedule please visit www.fernie.ca.

In an election, residents and eligible property owners determine the body of individuals who will make decisions on their behalf regarding services, fees for those services, levels of taxation, and represent the community to the rest of the world on behalf of the citizens. Resident Elector Qualifications In order to be eligible to vote as a resident elector on Voting Day you must satisfy all of the following criteria: • age 18 or older; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and • a resident of the City of Fernie for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law. Further Election information can be found at www.cscd.gov.bc.ca/lgd/gov_structure/elections/

Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466

Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3)

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

May 20, 2014-Water Quality Rating: FAIR

In the spring time normal snowmelt conditions and rain often cause fluctuating Turbidity levels in our water. During these fluctuations the City of Fernie will issue public notices advising of the Water Quality Ratings. If you or your business would like to receive this notification via email or fax please contact City Hall at 250-423-6817 or email cityhall@fernie.ca . This Water Quality Rating appears on the homepage of the City of Fernie’s website www.fernie. ca and is advertised through local media during times of increased turbidity. The Province’s turbidity index messaging tool is designed to notify water customers of current water quality and the relative risk of drinking the water. The index provides a Water Quality Rating as GOOD, FAIR or POOR and provides specific recommendations for each rating. For daily ratings check the City’s homepage at www.fernie.ca

Annual Spring Cleanup The City is offering residential households within the City of Fernie FREE pick up of LAWN AND GARDEN WASTE (NO household garbage – just grass clippings, brush, weeds, small tree branches less than 6” in diameter). Garden waste will be transported to the composting station at the RDEK Transfer Station and must be placed on the curb by 7:00 a.m. in the same location as regular garbage pick-up in all areas except the Annex and Maintown which will be picked up in the alley. You DO NOT HAVE TO REGISTER for the lawn and garden waste pick up. Garden refuse must BE bagged in clear plastic bags and tree / brush clippings must be securely bundled and piled in such a way that it can be picked up by a loader. Please do not pile up loose leaves and materials – You will be responsible for cleaning up wind blown debris.

LAWN & GARDEN WASTE CLEAN UP SCHEDULE REVISED DATES Tues May 20 & Wed May 21: Maintown Thurs May 22 & Fri May 23: Ridgemont, Silver Ridge, Pine Grove, Fernie Mobile Home Park, Castle Mountain Mon May 26: Parkland & Alpine Trails Tues May 27 & Wed May 28: Airport & Park Avenue Thurs May 29 & Fri May 30: Annex & Riverside

Attention SENIORS If you have items that you wish to have hauled away to the Transfer Station (old furniture, old appliances, white goods with Freon removed, etc.) the City will help dispose of these items. YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE by calling City Hall at 250423-6817 and we will pick these items up during the Spring Clean Up and deliver them to the Transfer Station. Have your items to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the dates we’re in your area for the Lawn and Garden Waste Cleanup.

See you when we re-open July 5 2014.

Streets and Traffic Bylaw No. 1400 Just a reminder that: • It is PROHIBITED to ride a bicycle, to skateboard or to rollerblade on City of Fernie sidewalks; A Fine for riding on City sidewalks is $50 under the MTI bylaw. Save your money by kindly complying with the bylaw! Please be respectful of your fellow citizens and leave the sidewalks for the pedestrians.

Backyard Fire Pit Permits Property owners are out and about starting to clean up debris and sweep the gravel from their lawns. Keep in mind “anyone who has raked grass or gravel on city roadways or sidewalks is required to pick up all debris.” Yard refuse which is compostable should be delivered to the compost pile at the RDEK’s transfer station as it is unlawful for any person to light ignite or start any outside fire within the City of Fernie Municipal Boundary, unless a fire permit has been issued by the Director of Fire and Emergency Services. Bylaw No. 2029 Fire Protection and Life Safety outlines some of the following regulations with regards to outside burning and fire pits all of which require fire permits. The City of Fernie allows its residents the opportunity to have approved backyard fire pits. Properties with fire pits, MUST comply with the Fire Protection and Life Safety Bylaw. Permits are FREE of charge and must be renewed each year. • To obtain a permit, please fill out an application and attach a sketch with distances to property lines and buildings and drop off the information at the Fernie Fire Hall at 692-3rd Avenue For more information, contact the Fernie Fire Department at 250 423-4226 or visit the City Website www.fernie.ca to view a complete copy of Bylaw No. 2029, Fire Protection and Life Safety to download a copy of the Fire Pit Permit Application.

NOTICE OF DISPOSITION Notice of Disposition of Real Property Interests Being Disposed of by the City of Fernie The City of Fernie hereby gives notice of its intention to dispose of its interests in land by way of issuance of Licences of Occupation to operate outdoor patios, for a term of three (3) years, on a portion of the municipal road and/or sidewalk adjacent to: Person/ For a portion of business under municipal road consideration: &/or sidewalk adjacent to: Marsha Churchill

561A – 2nd Ave (Lunch Box)

Kurt Saari

531 – 1st Ave (Nevados Restaurant)

Outdoor Patio Annual Size: Fee ($10/m2 per year): 39.84m2 6.0m2

$398.40 $60.00

Fernie City Council to consider the issuance of Licences of Occupation to the above person(s)/business(s) at the Regular Meeting of Council to be held in Council Chambers, City Hall, 501 – 3rd Avenue at 7:00PM on Monday, May 26, 2014. For more information, please contact Derek Cimolini, City Planner at 250.423.2239 or via email at derek.cimolini@fernie.ca.

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d is tr i c t o f spa rwo o d Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: sparwood@sparwood.ca

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Upcoming Meetings of Council (in Council Chambers)

Monday, May 26 Monday, June 2 Monday, June 16 Monday, June 30

Committee of the Whole Meeting 7:00 pm Regular Meeting HAS BEEN CANCELLED Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm

SENIOR’S BIRTHDAY BOOK Sparwood commemorates seniors turning 75 years of age

The District of Sparwood recognizes the contribution that seniors make to our community. Those Sparwood seniors who have, or will, reach the age of 75 years this year are invited to meet with Mayor Halko and members of Council to sign the “Senior’s Birthday Book”. They will also receive a lilac lapel pin (Sparwood’s ﬂower) that has been specially made to commemorate the occasion.

Please notify the District of Sparwood Municipal Office by June 6, 2014 if you, or someone you know has turned 75 years of age or will be turning 75 this year. We will then send an invitation to the recipient to attend an afternoon tea at the Senior’s Drop-In Center. Family and friends are also encouraged to attend. The “Senior’s Birthday Book” will be kept at the Municipal Office as part of our community’s heritage records. Please ensure that you or your loved one becomes part of Sparwood’s history. For further information, please contact the District Office.

Notice of Intention

Partnering Agreement between Shaw Cablesystems Ltd. and the District of Sparwood

Pursuant to Section 24 of the Community Charter, Council may not enter into a Partnering Agreement, unless Council ﬁrst gives notice of their intent to do so.

The Council of the District of Sparwood intends to enter into a Partnering Agreement with Shaw Cablesystems Ltd. (Shaw), which will allow Shaw to provide free full service WiFi to Shaw customers, and also allow limited open access to everyone from any access point, to be installed on District of Sparwood infrastructure, and in consideration for access and no payment for the use of the facilities would be made to the District of Sparwood. Initial locations proposed for access point installations: • •

Municipal Hall, 136 Spruce Avenue; Sparwood Arena, Pool & Leisure Centre, 367 Pine Avenue;

Other locations within or on municipal facilities will be considered and may be approved from time to time in accordance with the agreement. The agreement is for a ﬁve year term and is not exclusive.

The District of Sparwood currently provides free WiFi access to visitors at the recreation complex and other municipal facilities. By allowing Shaw to provide this free service, they will also maintain and administer it.

A copy of the Partnering Agreement is available for inspection at the Municipal Ofﬁce 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC during regular ofﬁce hours (8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., MST), Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays. For more information please contact the Director of Engineering at 250.425.6271 or email ddwyer@sparwood. ca Danny Dwyer

Director of Engineering

NOTICE OF ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS “Corbin Road Boundary Reduction”

Notice is hereby given that the District of Sparwood intends to apply for a Boundary Reduction in the area of Corbin Road and Highway 3 intersection. The application to reduce the boundary would remove a portion of Lot 1 District Lot 4588 Kootenay District Plan 9330 and a portion of District Lot 4588, shown hatched line on the map below.

Council may proceed with the Boundary Reduction unless at least 10% of electors of the District of Sparwood sign elector response forms and submit them to the District by the deadline of 4:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014. If 10% of the electors sign and submit elector response forms by the deadline, Council may not proceed with the bylaw unless the bylaw receives assent of the electors in a voting proceeding. The District estimates that 280 is the total number of eligible electors who would need to submit signed elector response forms in order to prevent the District from applying for the Boundary Reduction without assent of the electors.

For the elector response form to count, it must be submitted in person, or by mail and received by the District no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014. Original signatures are required. The elector response forms may not be returned by email or by fax. Forms are available online at www.sparwood.ca, in person at the District Ofﬁce, or by phone (250.425.6271). Submit forms via:

a. Mail: District of Sparwood, PO Box 520, Sparwood BC VOB 2G0 (Postmarks WILL NOT be accepted as date of submission); or

b. In person: At 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please note that original signatures are required and elector response forms may not be returned by email or by fax.

A copy of the proposed bylaw is available for viewing on the District website at www.sparwood.ca, or at the District Ofﬁce at 136 Spruce Avenue. For further information contact:

Nelson Wight Manager of Planning District of Sparwood 250.425.6271 nwight@sparwood.ca

Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) Trail Maintenance & Construction The District of Sparwood is seeking expressions of interest from organizations that are interested and able

to provide trail maintenance and construction work to be undertaken on trails located within and adjacent to the District of Sparwood. Interested companies, organizations and business are invited to submit company information outlining their experience working and developing trails. Packages should include a short description of your organization, your experience in trail maintenance and development, the extent of the services your organization is able to provide including available equipment and daily and hourly rates for each service. References on work completed are required. The intent of this Request for Information is to engage interested contractors in the maintenance and continued development of 16 km of the Coal Discovery Trail and the future development of mountain biking, hiking, and access trails within and around the District of Sparwood.

For more information interested parties may contact Duane Lawrence, Director of Community & Facility Services 250.425.6821 or dlawrence@sparwood.ca. Submissions will be received by the District of Sparwood at Box 669, 367 Pine Ave., Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 no later than June 3, 2014. Email submissions at the above email address will be accepted.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ) PACKAGE BYLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER/ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER CLOSING DATE: May 31, 2014 AT 3:00 PM (Local Time)

INTRODUCTION: The District of Sparwood is requesting Quotations from qualiﬁed individuals or entities (“Proponent”) for the delivery of bylaw enforcement and animal control services, by contract, in the District of Sparwood.

INSTRUCTIONS: Conﬁdential Quotations are to be in a sealed envelope clearly marked: “REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ) PACKAGE DISTRICT OF SPARWOOD BYLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER/ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER CONFIDENTIAL SUBMISSION” and delivered to the District of Sparwood, 136 Spruce Avenue, Box 520 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 no later than 3:00 pm (Local Time) on May 31, 2014. Attention:

Raeleen Manjak, Director of Corporate Services District of Sparwood Phone: 250.425.6271 rmanjak@sparwood.ca www.Sparwood.ca

Submissions received after the stated closing date and time will not be considered. Quotations submitted via fax, email, or other electronic means will not be accepted, nor considered.

Further information and speciﬁcations may be obtained from www.Sparwood.ca or at the District Ofﬁce between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays.

The District of Sparwood reserves the right to accept or reject all or any Quotes and to accept the Quote in total or in part, or to accept the Quote which it deems most favourable in the interest of the District of Sparwood. The lowest or any Quote will not necessarily be accepted.

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Ghostriders sign new head coach and GM Division in the playoffs. Since then, Mohr has spent time in Golden, Beaver Valley, a few seasons with the Calgary North Stars AAA Midget team and most recently was an assistant coach and GM with the AJHL’s Calgary Canucks. In his two years with the Riders, Mohr proved to be an excellent recruiter and several of his players were instrumental in winning KIJHL Championships after he had left the team. For those keeping score, Martin Croteau, Jon Roth, Stevan Bilic, and Derek Porter all

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he Fernie Ghostriders have signed 42-yearold Craig Mohr as their new head coach and general manager (GM) for the upcoming season. Mohr is no stranger to the Ghostriders, or for that matter the KIJHL, as he was the Rider's first ever KIJHL coach in 2004-05 and had seasons in Golden and Beaver Valley after that. In Mohr’s second year with the Riders he compiled a 35-9-3-3 record, finished in first place and won the Eddie Mountain

worked with him. Mohr also recognized the local players and gave Scott Traverse, Joe Deluca, Trevor Hertz, Kiel Klapp, Kyle Brennan and Scott Anderson a chance - they all ended up as part of one of the championship teams as well. For the last few years Mohr has been coaching in the Calgary area. It has always been a prime recruiting ground for the Fernie Ghostriders so Mohr will have a great read on potential players from that area. The former KIJHL Coach of the Year winner was an easy choice for the team.

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eventy-five women ate, drank, and painted their way through an evening at The Arts Station to raise funds for five Fernie women participating in the Freedom Climb. The Freedom Climb invites women from all over the world to meet up in Breckenridge, Colorado to summit seven mountains and over 14,000 feet in elevation in four days. Local ladies Ramona Gliege, Maureen Thrnn, Mary Shier, Kim Hopkins, and Kristy Schmidt make up Team B.C. and are off to Colorado to participate in this year's climb from July 12 to 18. “The Freedom Climb is women advocating for women,

and what we do is bring awareness by climbing mountains. It's for an organization, OM, Operation Mobilization, which is an international organization that has specific freedom climb projects throughout the world that we donate money to,” explained Gliege, Freedom Climb Team B.C. member. “It might be a micro loan for someone to buy a sewing machine to get them into their own business, it's educating women and children... there's also rescue and rehabilitation for sex trafficking... It's a really amazing program.” She went on to say, “It goes from the spectrum of saving and counselling, to actually educating and letting them stand on their own two feet. The motto is that we're advocating for those that don't have a voice; those that are

enslaved, oppressed, and trafficked.” Team B.C. hosted Eat, Drink, Paint on Thursday, May 8 to raise awareness and funds for the climb. Local artist Emily Beckett Aarsen taught the women in attendance how to paint a mountain scene and refreshments were enjoyed by all. Local businesses donated to the silent auction and at the end of the night, the ladies had raised over $5,000 for their cause. Freedom Climb Team B.C. will continue to fundraise with another event next month. Everyone is invited to a piano/singing concert at Mountainside Church, June 24 at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation. For more information on the concert, contact Ramona Gliege at rnrgliege@hotmail. com.

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Alberta sharing their music. The SoWeCa Chamber Music Festival (formerly known as the Fort Macleod International Festival) offers more, with new artists, new compositions and new venues. Festival performances are scheduled to take place from May 23 to 26 in Fernie, Cranbrook, Fort Macleod and Lethbridge. Rivka Golani is the director of the festival. She has programmed a stimulating assortment of music by composers ranging from Mozart, Brahms,

and Rachmaninoff to three new compositions commissioned by the festival that honour Blackfoot culture and history. The second concert in the festival will take place at the Fernie United Church May 24 at 3 p.m. This is our traditional recital program where every player gets the chance to step up and perform a salon-style showpiece displaying their full technical and artistic prowess. Although relatively short in length, this is one of the most

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get her wish to parade the beauty at and we began working nights and weekends restoring it. My dad was not upcoming Mustang 50th anniversary a body man or mechanic and was selfcelebrations. trained but was handy, so we figured it The car will have its grand unveiling out as we went along. at the Vancouver Collector Car Show “I spent many hours passing tools to and Auction at the Pacific National my dad as he worked on the car. It is Exhibition grounds in June. some of the best hours of my life, true Over the next few weeks, we will quality time with my dad. I officialreveal that this is not just any Mustang ly received the car as a graduation By age four, Laura (one of only 453 built in 1967) and present.” Ballance already walk you through its restoration proLaura drove the car throughout grade cess. One that is a daunting experience 11 and 12 and during her early years as knew what a Ford a journalist. Mustang was and, as for many seasoned car collectors let “Eventually I purchased a new car alone a proud mother with a passion she approached 16, and my Mustang went into storage as for her old car. The world of automoshe wanted to own old cars often do. I got married, had tive restoration is fraught with probchildren and a 1967 Mustang wasn’t and drive one. lems; the one that comes to mind is conducive to car seats and strollers. the final invoice. An old rule of thumb by Nigel Matthews “The 50th anniversary of the Mustang for the realists has been to get an coincides with my oldest daughter estimate and then double or triple it! receiving her driving license in 2014, so for the past We will see how this exciting project plays out five years I’ve been looking for someone or a compabetween now and mid-June. ny to restore my Mustang.” One of her clients, Jason Heard, of the Vancouver Nigel Matthews is the director of sales and Classic Car Show and Sale, recommended 360 marketing for Hagerty Insurance Canada. Fabrication in Abbotsford. The boys at 360 are now working their magic on this rare car and Laura will nmatthews@hagerty.com

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Sports

Dolphins wrap up another successful swim season Submitted Elk Valley Dolphins

The Elk Valley Dolphin Swim Club (EVDSC) held their annual end of season banquet on May 14 where the swimmers, coaches, board of directors and parents celebrated all the accomplishments and successes of the past year. The EVDSC awarded the following swimmers with “Competitive Swimmer of the Year” special awards: eight and under female - Georgia Stamler-Lessard, nine and 10-year-old female Emily Stratton, 11 and 12-year-old female - Tatum Kipnik, 11 and 12-year-old male - MacDonagh Dressler, 13 and 14-year-old female - Cynthia

Kielpinski, 13 and 14-year-old male - Jacob Stratton, and 15 to 17-year-old female - Maygen Maartman. The club would also like to recognize the swimmers who achieved BC Provincial “A” times: Cynthia Kielpinski, Tatum Kipnik, Isabelle Klapp, Maygen Maartman, Catrin Merritt, Elizabeth Pater, Holly Soetaert and Emily Stratton. Congratulations to Jacob Stratton for achieving two BC Provincial “AAA” times for 50 and 100 metre freestyle. Head Coach Marie Cosens and Coach Tara Beck couldn’t be prouder of all the swimmers and look forward to next season!

Emily Stratton receives the “Competitive Swimmer of the Year” award in the nine and 10-year-old female category. Submitted photo

Holly Soetaert receives an award for achieving a BC Provincial “A” time.

Submitted photo

MacDonagh Dressler receives the “Competitive Swimmer of the Year” award in the 11 and 12-year-old male category. Submitted photo

Passtrak kicks off outdoor season in Calgary Submitted by Ritch Braun Passtrak

Two Passtrak athletes took part in the first outdoor meet of the 2014 season on May 10 and 11 in Calgary. They recorded five personal best results out of 11 events, set four new Passtrak club records and brought home two first and one third place medals for their efforts.

Alisi Ratudradra set a new Passtrak club record of 27.78 seconds in the Midget Girls 200 metres for a seventh place finish. She then earned sixth place with a leap of 4.37 metres in the long jump and finished off the meet with a bronze medal in the 300 metre by finishing in 44.28 seconds, which also set a new Passtrak club record. Younger brother Mosese Ratudradra had a banner

weekend where he produced five lifetime best performances in the two day competition. He ran his fastest 60 metres ever in 11.33 seconds then improved his standing long jump to 1.35 metres. Next he ran his best 150 metre race ever in 29.25 seconds. He dominated the throwing events, winning both the shotput and discus with lifetime best performances and new club records of 8.02 metres and 16.31 metres respectively.

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Fifteen-year-old Taryn Kelly recently qualifyied for the BC Summer Games. The Grade Nine Fernie Secondary School student won first place finishes in shot put and triple jump. Way to go, Taryn!

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The Elk Valley Rugby Football Club welcomed new players on Saturday, May 17. All photos by K. Dingman

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he rain didn’t stop the Elk Valley Rugby Football Club from playing the game they love. Last Saturday, the 27 player rugby team had a barbeque to kick off their second season and welcome new members to the group. The club’s captain Pete Dudman said the New Player’s Day was a great opportunity to expand the team. “It would be awesome if we could start building for future generations now,” he said. The team welcomed new recruits by sliding around on the muddy field and playing a friendly game of touch rugby. There were also skills activities set up for players to practice kicking and throwing.

The team is open to anyone interested in the game, even those without any prior experience, Dudman said. “If you come, you train hard, you play hard… you’re more than welcome to come on the team.” But the Elk Valley Bulls are not opposed to welcoming experienced players too. Adam Foley started playing rugby in high school and continued with the sport in university. He said he’s looking forward to getting back out on the field. “Everyone seems to be really nice and welcoming, I think it’s going to be a lot of fun this year.” Last year was the Bull's first year playing organized rugby, and in a small, tourist town like Fernie, it’s hard to keep players on the team, Dudman said.

“With that much turnover within the club, we obviously need to get more players in,” he said. “We have to build pretty much from the bottom up.” But with five new players making it out to the field by noon, it doesn’t look like recruiting players will be an issue. Dudman said the Bulls are trying to get a second team going this year, and they’re hoping to start a girls team and kids team as well. The teams’ first match is in Cranbrook this Saturday. Dudman said that any interested players can come out to practice with the team on Mondays and Thursdays. “If you can’t make today you’re more than welcome to join us on one of those days,” he said. “There’s lots of rugby to be played.”

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Notice of Alternative Approval Process

The Board of Directors of the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is considering adoption of the following bylaw which will establish a flood mitigation and control service within Electoral Area A: Bylaw No. 2517 - “Regional District of East Kootenay – Area A Flood Control Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2517, 2014”. Pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act and Community Charter, the RDEK Board may adopt the Bylaw and proceed with the service as noted above if, after the deadline, less than 10% of the electors in Electoral Area A have signed and submitted Elector Response Forms. If after the deadline of 4:30 p.m. on June 26, 2014, at least 138 electors (10% of 1,374) in Electoral Area A have signed and submitted Elector Response Forms, the RDEK Board cannot adopt the Bylaw and cannot proceed with the service unless it receives assent of the electors by voting.

PROPOSED SERVICE The RDEK is proposing to create a new flood control service to help fund Electoral Area A flood mitigation projects, along with the operation and maintenance of flood-related works or improvements (such as dikes and berms). Funds for the service would be collected through property taxation in order to cover the regular maintenance costs of flood control infrastructure and to create a reserve fund. The reserve fund would allow the RDEK to have the matching funding (community portion) required when grant programs are available from the Provincial and Federal Governments. At the maximum tax rate of 50¢/$1,000 of assessed value, the actual tax rate for residential properties would be about 38¢/$1,000 (or about $115 on a $300,000 property). The intention however, is to have no overall tax increase in Electoral Area A due to this new service. This would be achieved by utilizing industrial revenue from one of our fee-for-service facilities in the solid waste service to reduce the taxes collected for solid waste which would offset the taxation for the new flood control service, keeping it taxation neutral.

SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED BYLAW BYLAW NO. 2517 – “Regional District of East Kootenay – Area A Flood Control Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2517, 2014”– This Bylaw will establish a service within Electoral Area A to provide flood mitigation and control. The Bylaw includes a maximum tax rate of $0.50 per $1,000 of taxable assessed value of land and improvements. The above is a synopsis of the proposed Bylaw. This synopsis is not intended to be, and is not to be understood as, an interpretation of the Bylaw. The full Bylaw may be inspected at the RDEK office in Cranbrook during regular office hours from Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays, and on the RDEK website.

ELECTOR RESPONSE FORMS Elector responses must be given in the form established by the RDEK. The Elector Response Forms are available at the following locations: RDEK Office, 19 – 24 Avenue South, Cranbrook RDEK Website – www.rdek.bc.ca To receive a Response Form by mail, please call the RDEK office at 250-489-2791 or toll-free at 1-888-478-7335 or email jmacdonald@rdek.bc.ca. Accurate copies of the form will also be accepted. Only eligible electors in Electoral Area A are entitled to sign an Elector Response Form. Forms may be submitted in person or by mail and must be received at the RDEK office in Cranbrook NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M. ON THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2014. Postmarks WILL NOT be accepted as date of submission. Forms cannot be submitted by fax or email.

ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS An elector is a person who meets the following qualifications as defined by the Local Government Act: RESIDENT ELECTORS: • age 18 or older; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding signing the Elector Response Form; and • a resident of Electoral Area A for at least 30 days immediately preceding signing the Elector Response Form; and • not disqualified by any enactment from being a registered elector or otherwise disqualified by law. NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS: • age 18 or older; and • a Canadian citizen; and • a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding signing the Elector Response Form; and • a registered owner of real property (land) in Electoral Area A for at least 30 days immediately preceding signing the Elector Response Form; and • not entitled to register as a resident elector; and • not disqualified by any enactment from being a registered elector or otherwise disqualified by law; and • if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, submit an Elector Response Form, and the NonResident Property Elector Consent Form, found on the back of the Elector Response Form, must be completed. FOR MORE INFORMATION on the proposal and process, visit the RDEK website at www.rdek.bc.ca or contact Shannon Moskal, Community Services Manager, at the RDEK office in Cranbrook.

By Kathy Murray WildSafeBC Community Coordinator

lk Valley communities are located in prime wildlife habitat. We all enjoy living here and must always be aware of our surroundings and respectful of our environment. Thank you to everyone who is making an effort to prevent human-wildlife conflict. We have many new seasonal residents and visitors so it’s up to us who have been here a while to lead by example and help our new neighbours and friends. At home: Store garbage in a secure garage or shed or inside your house until collection day, bring in bird feeders between May and November, clean your barbecues and manage all other attractants responsibly. Hiking and biking: Make noise to warn wildlife of your presence, watch for fresh bear signs, travel in groups in daylight, do not litter on trails, carry bear spray and know how to use it Wildlife Sightings: Fernie A Grizzly bear was seen in the

rifle range parking lot on Coal Creek Rd. Black bears reported by the boat launch, Silver Ridge, Alpine Trail and Parkland Terrace. A coyote attacked a dog last week on Old Stumpy Trail. A cow moose has been seen by the tennis courts in James White Park. Sparwood Two grizzly bear cubs were seen feeding on an elk carcass by Highway 43 north of Sparwood. Black bears reported on Michel Creek Rd. If you observe dangerous wildlife: -accessing garbage or other human supplied food sources -that cannot be scared off -in a public location such as a park or school during daylight hours -a bear, cougar or wolf seen in an urban area Call the Ministry of Environment 24-hour hotline at 1-877-9527277. For more information on keeping communities safe and wildlife wild, please visit www. wildsafebc.com, or follow us on Facebook, WildsafeBC Elk Valley.

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Building the community one garden plot at a time

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he warm weather has finally arrived and gardeners are eager to begin their spring clean up. Last Wednesday, volunteers took to the dirt at the EcoGarden’s second official work party. With house music pumping through a small speaker, volunteers worked to construct new plant beds for the small community garden. As part of the garden’s advisory committee, Dawn Deydey works to maintain and build the garden. But it’s not something she can do on her own. “There’s continuous maintenance required for the garden and so there’s always work to be done,” she said. The EcoGarden relies on material donations from programs such as the Wildsight Elk Valley Branch and the Selkirk Forestry Industries. But it’s the community’s helping hands that build the garden plots. Deydey said earlier this month 24 volunteers from the Mountainside Community Church helped build seven new plant beds. Last week, less than a handful of volunteers

showed up to the work party, volunteers that the EcoGarden relies on. In fact, the EcoGarden has been forced to turn people away because they simply don’t have enough beds. “We really need people to come out to help build them,” Deydey said. Despite the low turnout, there are still members of the community who never miss out on an opportunity to help with the garden. Wildsight Southern Rockies Program Manager Ryland Nelson said he volunteers at almost all the EcoGarden work parties. Although he doesn’t have a plot or garden

in Fernie, he said he still appreciates what the garden does for the community. “It provides a place for people to grow their own food,” he said. “There’s lots of lower income people…. that might live in lower income housing or apartments and don’t have access to garden plants.” And the chemical free, deer proof garden is a great way for all levels of gardeners to learn the craft. “It’s really everyone from experienced gardeners to brand new gardeners, it’s a really great place to learn,” Deydey said. “It’s a place of community as well, it allows people to connect outdoors.”

The Fernie EcoGarden held their second Wednesday Work Party of the season on May 14. Photos by K. Dingman

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