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Unpopular forestry legislation axed for time being NICOLE TRIGG editor@invermerevalleyecho.com A recent government decision not to proceed with controversial changes to B.C. forestry legislation is music to the ears of Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Norm Macdonald and the East Kootenay environmental group Wildsight. “I’m very pleased that the B.C. government has given up on the tree farm license rollover legislation for the time being,” said Mr. Macdonald. “I see it as an initiative of the B.C. government attempting to further privatize the public lands, and it’s been an initiative that I’ve fought against for the past three years.” The proposed changes to convert some volume-based forest licences to new or expanded area-based tree farm licences met with strong public opposition when it was initially proposed in April of this year. According to a government website,

volume-based tenures typically allow against the proposed TFL conversions, multiple tenure holders to harvest in stating it gave unfair advantage to some the same timber supply area, while companies over others. area-based tenures, with some excep“It’s an example of the worst type of legtions, limit timber rights to one tenure islation,” said Macdonald. “It was using holder operating in a designated area. legislation to settle political debts, for It was the province’s second attempt the BC Liberals and Christy Clark in parto allow conversions, based on the ra- ticular, and it picked winners and losers tionale that more amongst the companies private investments It’s an example of that work on our public on the land would be lands. At the same time, the worst type of it took away our level of made if companies had more private legislation. public control of public NORM MACDONALD property-like rights, lands.” MLA COLUMBIA RIVER-REVELSTOKE thus enhancing tim“We’re glad to see that ber supply, much of which was nega- the government is not moving forward tively impacted by the mountain pine with this initiative and that they seem beetle infestation. to have listened to British Columbians Yet environmentalists regarded the across the province that they didn’t move as a land giveaway to large com- want to see those public lands further panies, and Don Kayne, the CEO of for- privatized through that system,” said estry giant Canfor which operates both John Bergenski of Wildsight. “It’s come the Radium and Canal Flats sawmills up now on several occasions and each in the Columbia Valley, also spoke out time the government has sort of seen

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the light at the last minute and we’re glad that the research that was done did result in that (decision).” The decision by Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minster Steve Thomson to not proceed with forest licence conversions was based on a report by former B.C. chief forester Jim Snetsinger, who, after extensive public consultation, recommended that creating more tree farm licenses should only happen with strong First Nations and community support. “The government backed down for a few reasons I would say,” said Macdonald. “First, there was strong public resistance to tree farm license rollovers and I thank the many from the Columbia Valley who took the time to write government.” He said namely retired foresters, Rod and Gun Club members, as well as Wildsight members, were vocal with their concerns. See A3

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Four electoral areas slated for Columbia-Kootenay region TREVOR CRAWLEY Townsman Staff

People seem happy with the status quo when it comes to the Kootenay East riding boundary. The B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission heard only a couple presentations on Tuesday (October 7th) night at St. Eugene, with residents seemingly content with the current size and scope of the riding. The commission, chaired by Justice Tom Melnick, is currently touring throughout the province to meet with British Columbians and assess any concerns with riding boundaries. Once the commission finishes touring every riding in B.C., it will submit a preliminary report to the legislature in May. “So what we’ve heard a number of people say is they’re pleased that the legislation has created protected areas,” said Keith Archer, one of the commissioners. “Some have come and said to us that ‘We don’t want you to reduce the number of electoral districts in this area.’ “So part of the process is to make sure they understand the terms of reference of our group and the fact that the government has already passed legislation en-

suring there are going to be four electoral districts in this region.” Having started in the northern part of the province, the commission has heard feedback regarding challenges of effective representation in large geographic ridings. “We hear from a lot of people, they sense the huge geography of this province and how difficult it is for MLAs, but on the other side of the coin, people who want to access their MLAs, to get together and discuss concerns,” said Beverley Busson, another commissioner. “We’re alive to that issue as well.” The Columbia-Kootenay region is mandated to have four electoral areas, which consist of the Kootenay East and West ridings, Columbia River-Revelstoke and Nelson-Creston. There were four presenters to the commission, each voicing concerns mainly in support of the status quo. Doug Clovechok spoke regarding the Columbia RiverRevelstoke boundary, while Sharon Cross, Gary Werk and Jenny Byford added their thoughts to the Kootenay East boundary. “I would say if there’s one comment that has been the prevalent comment throughout the areas that we’ve visited is that people are pretty satisfied with the con-

figuration of their electoral districts as they exist at the moment,” said Archer. “A lot of our conversations have been tweaking areas rather than wholesale change.” An example would be Byford’s concern that residents in Bull River are sending kids to school in Cranbrook— under the jurisdiction of Kootenay East— while residents are voting for provincial representation in the Columbia River-Revelstoke riding. Others, such as Werk, advocated keeping the status quo, while Cross voiced her concerns against any amendments that would take away local rural representation in Victoria. “The other interesting thing that we’ve heard a number of people say is we understand the boundaries commission can recommend two additional electoral districts,” said Archer. “Many people seem to support that idea and they also support the idea of those electoral districts being in the areas of greatest population growth.” Kootenay East has grown 2,134 to a population of 39,852 since the last redistricting in 2008. When designing boundaries, from a population standpoint, the electoral quotient is 54,369. However, geography and travel times factor into the limits of the riding boundaries as well.

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Proposed firearms amendments get thumbs up from local MP Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks has been touting the federal government’s recently proposed changes to the Firearms Act, ideas which have been generally well received by the local hunting community here in the valley. “Our government has always stood up for law-abiding hunters, farmers and sport-shooters. This legislation will simplify and provide clarity to the firearms regime and reduce administrative burdens for law abiding firearms owners while protecting the safety of Canadians,” said Wilks in a press release, speaking about the proposed amendments to the Firearms Act and the Criminal Code. The changes — which the federal government is calling the Common Sense Firearms Licensing Act — will create a six-month grace period for renewal at the end of the five-year firearm licence period; will streamline the licensing system by eliminating the Possession Only Licence (POL) and converting all existing POLs to Possession and Acquisition Licences (PALs); make classroom participation in firearms safety training mandatory for first-time gun owners; amend the Criminal Code to strengthen prohibitions and the possession of firearms in cases in which a person has been convicted of an offence involving domestic violence; make Authorizations to Transport (firearms) a condition of a licence for routine and lawful activities; and authorize firearms import information sharing when restricted and prohibited firearms are imported into Canada by businesses. The changes will also give the federal government the final decision on what kind of classification any given type of firearm has. “It (the changes) will decriminalize a lot of the concerns some people have,” Mr. Wilks told The Valley Echo, pointing out that under the current rules the RCMP has the right to classify firearms, such as when the RCMP reclassified semi-automatic Swiss Arms Classic Green rifle earlier this year, citing concerns the rifles could easily be converted to fully automatic weapons.

“It (the reclassification) caused problems for a num- BCWF press release. “The (extended) grace period will be particularly ber of Canadians across the country who suddenly were in possession of an illegal type of firearm,” appreciated by our members. Currently, if an individhe said, adding he hadn’t specifically heard of any- ual doesn’t renew his or her firearms license, he or body in the Kootenay region having this trouble, but she is committing a criminal act that can be subject wouldn’t be surprised to learn somebody did, given to severe penalties. The current law is excessive,” said BCWF Firearms Committee chair Gary Mauser the popularity of hunting here. “Certainly for hunting enthusiasts in the Columbia in the release. The changes were tabled in Parliament on Tuesday, Valley and for others who own guns, such as target shooters, this amalgamates a lot of rules and puts October 7th and MPs will likely start debating them them into a single envelope. It makes them easier to after the Thanksgiving recess. understand,” said Mr. Wilks, speaking on merging the POLs and PALs. “Combining those (POLs and PALs) just seemed to make a lot of sense,” he said. Members of the Columbia Valley Rod and Gun club are generally pretty happy with changes, according to club president AND RECEIVE A WAGE SUBSIDY Rick Hoar. “It’s seen as a positive thing by most of The School Works program • Small businesses, provides an $8/hr student us, certainly nobody has said anything non-profit, First Nation or wage subsidy during the public organizations may negative,” said Mr. Hoar, adding that conschool year. apply. verting POLs to PALs in particular is a logi• Co-op and Practicum cal, cost-cutting move. student hours eligible. “That makes sense (to merge the two) to us. Why they ever split them I don’t know,” For more information: he said. 1.877.489.2687 ext. 3584 or Application forms available schoolworks@cbt.org. online cbt.org/schoolworks The B.C. Wildlife Federation (BCWF) gave the amendments similar endorsement. “Merging the POL and PAL licenses makes Connect with us sense because POL holders have held their cbt.org/schoolworks licence for many years cbt.org/schoolworks and have Environmental Assessment of the Proposed demonstratKootenay West Mine ed they are re sponsible and citizens,” said BCWF presiCertainTeed Gypsum Canada Inc. (Proponent) is proposing to develop Kootenay All comments received during this comment period in relation to the draft dent George West Mine (proposed Project). The proposed Project is a gypsum mine to be Valued Components document will be considered. located 12km northeast of the Village of Canal Flats. The proposed Project would Wilson in a The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects

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“I think the second reason was Canfor, a number of times, publicly stated objections to the tree farm licence rollovers and they made really compelling arguments. They were absolutely spot on in terms of what they said and Canfor is one of the biggest companies, they’re respected worldwide. I think that was a powerful part of why the government has stepped away for the time being, and then there were First Nations objections.” Minister Thomson’s announcement, however, doesn’t take forest licence conversions off the table for good — only for the fall of 2014 and the spring of 2015. “No doubt they will try again, but this is twice they’ve been forced to back down,” said Macdonald. “It seems that the right thing has happened, even though it’s for the time being.” Wildsight’s position is that responsibility for a management area can and should be achieved without resorting to a tree farm license system, and that sustainable management of B.C.’s 55 million hectares of productive forest lands can be achieved through a reduction of the annual allowable cut. “I am absolutely convinced, and I know this from talking to a lot of professionals within the industry, that they’re really being pushed to go beyond what is really sustainable management in order to continue to maintain the elevated annual allowable cut,” said Bergenski, “and if we bring the annual allowable cut more in line with the values and what’s out there, I think it’s going to lead to sustainability long term in the industry, and I know that it’s going to make the people working in the industry much happier and able to feel that what they’re doing is actually, and can be, positive.”

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The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act. The Proponent must obtain an environmental assessment certificate before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project. However, prior to submission of an application (Application) for a certificate by the Proponent, Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) must first approve the Application Information Requirements. Key to the Application Information Requirements is the identification of Valued Components to be studied and the areas within which the studies would occur. This is done through the Valued Component document which EAO has now received and invites comments on. In order to provide information about the Valued Component selection, EAO invites the public to attend an Open House. There will be 2 Open Houses, to be held as follows: at: CertainTeed Windermere Mining Operation’s Training Room 1564 Windermere Loop Rd, Invermere, BC on: Tuesday October 28th, 2014 from: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and at: Canal Flats Civic Centre 8911 Dunn St. Canal Flats, BC on: Wednesday October 29th, 2014 from: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. There are 30 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the draft Valued Components document. The comment period will begin on October 27, 2014 and end on November 25, 2014. NOTE:

– environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. At this stage of the process, the primary intent is to receive feedback about the studies or information required for a comprehensive environmental assessment. EAO accepts public comments through the following ways: • By Online Form at http://www.eao.gov.bc.ca • By Mail: Mike Peterson Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria B.C. V8W 9V1 • By Fax: Fax: 250-386-9610 An electronic copy of the Valued Components document and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov. bc.ca. Copies of the Valued Components document are also available for viewing at these locations:

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RDEK directors adopt agricultural plan RDEK decides to fund geotechnical assessment of Cold Spring Creek

Steve Hubrecht steve@invermerevalleyecho.com The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board of directors officially adopted the East Kootenay Agricultural Plan at its most recent meeting. “I was pleased that the board has adopted the plan, recognizing the importance of agriculture to our well being in the East Kootenay,” said RDEK Area G director Gerry Wilkie, adding he looks forward to working with the valley farming community to implement the plan. The plan was adopted during the Friday, October 3rd directors’ meeting as a policy document, after being initiated in 2011 and, since then, developed with the help of an agriculture plan steering committee, which included Mr. Wilkie and four valley ranchers or farmers — David Zehnder, Eric Rasmussen, Paul Galbraith and Lin Egan. The plan gives an overview of This week’s feature: the challenges and opportunities Tough gets tougher. for agriculture in the East Kootenay and identifies five goals for moving forward: enhancing indrivewaycanada.ca stitutional support; improving economic viability; encouraging agriculture on agricultural land; The WVMHA is looking increase public knowledge and for a few more referees. support for agriculture; and developing and implementing a regional agriculture-food system strategy. The plans also lists key acMonday October 20th, 2014 tion items to help achieve these 5:30 p.m. • Eddie Mountain goals, including recruiting an Memorial Arena/Mezzanine agricultural liaison officer for a Please pre-register at three-year pilot period; enhancbchockey.net ing the existing agricultural adFor more information contact visory committee to include repDavid Oaks resentation from broader RDEK Referee in Chief WVMHA electoral areas; and starting up dh2o@shaw.ca or 250.342.6253 an East Kootenay-wide association to represent all interests in the agricultural sector. Precisely which steps the RDEK will move forward with will be determined during the board’s Columbia Valley annual priority setting in the new year. Local Conservation Fund

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At the same meeting, the RDEK board of directors also approved spending $25,000 of community works funds money on a detailed geotechnical assessment (including looking at debris flow hazard and risk) for Cold Spring Creek in Fairmont Hot Springs. “The geotechnical assessment report for Cold Spring Creek is a very important project. We need that report as it will provide recommendations for mitigation to lessen the impact of future debris slide events. We know there is a risk of future events, so this is being proactive,” said RDEK Area F director Wendy Booth. “I’m pleased that we are able to continue to work on this project. The community has been very supportive in the work done so far in creating the service area, which includes all of Fairmont.” The assessment will likely cost $40,000, with the remaining $15,000 coming from service area tax money. The report will likely be done by the end of December. Extension requested for water system upgrades provincial grant The RDEK board of directors also decided to ask the provincial Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development for a one-year extension to a provincial grant for water system upgrades in Spur Valley and Edgewater. “Generally if the project’s ongoing the grant will get renewed for another year, so we’re optimistic this grant will be renewed,” said Area G director Gerry Wilkie, on the extension request. “They’re (the upgrade projects) both in progress,” said RDEK chief administrative officer Lee Ann Crane. “Every now and then, you just need an extra year (on the grants) to get the construction done.” Booth continues to represent RDEK on CBT board Also at the meeting, the RDEK directors re-nominated Booth as the RDEK representative on the Columbia Basin Trust’s board of directors. “It is an honour to be nominated by my peers to continue as the RDEK representative on the CBT board. Having served on the board for the past three years, it has been a learning experience and I have enjoyed being able to contribute to the social, environmental and economic well being of communities in the basin for today and into the future,” said Booth. “The Columbia Basin Trust expects its revenue to double by 2015, which mean its going to be giving out a lot more money,” said RDEK chair Rob Gay. “The extra money needs to be spread across the basin in a fair and equitable manner and Wendy will be really good at that.” Gay cited Booth’s strong business background and her experience as a Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) director-at-large (a role to which Booth was recently re-nominated) as reasons for her re-nomination as representative to the CBT.

COUNCILBRIEFS Next Radium council will receive increased pay Dan Walton dan@invermerevalleyecho.com Raises for councillors, another step forward for Bighorn Meadows, and the fire department’s year in review were all discussed at the Village of Radium Hot Springs’ regular council meeting on Wednesday, October 8th. A seat on the next Radium council will earn councillors greater compensation after a recommendation for remuneration was passed. “Between 2008 and now there has been no increase,” said Radium mayor Dee Conklin, who will not be running for re-election on Saturday, November 15th. “It isn’t about the money, we all know that, but sometimes you need to entice new people.” She said that the increase was modest, and that a position on village council is still not lucrative. “Even with the increase, it’s still very nominal compared to what most of us put in.” The motion passed unanimously.

Bighorn Meadows opts for lower density Also at the meeting, Bighorn Meadows had a development permit unanimously approved, which will allow them to take the next step in their project by constructing lower density units than originally anticipated. “It’s a whole new smaller subdivision as part of Bighorn Meadows that’s moving ahead,” Mayor Conklin said. Review of Radium fire department Prior to the new business, council was presented a 2014 incident summary by the Radium Hot Spring Fire Department. There were 26 first responder calls in the past year — the number is higher than years’ past, but all incidents were handled well. The only challenge was the time of day at which the crew would receive their calls. Due to occupational commitments, the volunteer members are not as easily mobilized during business hours.

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The tabled amendments for firearms possession in Canada appear to be a bundle of mixed messages. On one hand, certain aspects of it make perfect sense. Giving a sixmonth grace period to renew an expired fiveyear licence has merit as currently firearms owners instantly become criminalized for neglected paperwork and face possible jail time. But there is no “right” to possess firearms in Canada, according to a 1993 Supreme Court of Canada decision. It’s a privilege that’s regulated and licensed similar to how Cana-

dians are allowed to drive cars, and drivers aren’t offered a six-month grace period once their five-year drivers’ licence has lapsed, nor are passports given the thumbs up for six months after their expiry date. A mandatory Firearms Safety Course for first-time gun owners is definitely common sense; so is prohibiting people convicted of domestic violence from owning firearms.Yet the latter begs the question: what of other forms of violence or criminal activity? Streamlining the licensing so that just one licence is required to acquire and own firearms also makes sense for law-abiding gun owners. But the elimination of red tape will

also mean it will be easier for legal gun owners to transport restricted firearms — such as handguns — around their home province, but it’s not the law-biding demographic that we have to worry about. According to a statement issued by the Coalition for Gun Control, which was founded in the wake of the Montreal Massacre, “Canada is one of the only countries in the world that is moving backwards: weakening its controls on firearms while other countries are introducing stronger laws to improve safety and combat the trafficking of firearms.” Real common sense would be strengthening gun control, not relaxing it.

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Mount Polley disaster should be a wake up call

n addition to representing poor maintenance.They should MLA EPORT E your concerns in the Legisnever happen, and British Colature, I am also responsible for lumbians would expect that monitoring and critiquing BC our government would ensure Liberal mines policy. that they wouldn’t happen here. This summer saw the colWe know that the BC Liberals lapse of the retaining wall at cut provincial employees who Mount Polley Mine near Likely, were responsible for monitorin British Columbia’s Cariboo ing mining. Thirty per cent of ORM region. This disaster led to 25 the staff that used to do this million litres of waste material work are no longer employed and fluid pouring into pristine by government. The number Quesnel Lake. of mine inspections is half the number This truly devastating failure was described completed in 2001. This lack of oversight by Mines Minister Bill Bennett as not much tarnishes our province’s reputation as a jurisdifferent than your average avalanche. This diction that takes environmental assessment description by the man in charge was both seriously, and that can impact not only the dismissive and hugely inaccurate. Not only world’s view of our mining industry, but also did this event result in serious environmen- that of other resource-based industries. tal damage, it also led to job losses and a And we know that there are no real penalblack eye for our mining industry. ties levied against companies that fail to comThere have been over 20 tailing pond col- ply with the law. There is little enforcement lapses worldwide since 2001, and they are and virtually no punishment for those comalmost always the result of sloppy design or panies that do not fulfill their responsibility.

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We know in the years leading up to the collapse of the retaining wall at Mount Polley, the provincial government permitted substantial increases in mining beyond the design capacity of the Mount Polley tailings facility. We know the engineering firm that designed the tailing facility warned government there were dangers in how the tailings pond was being managed.We know government was informed in 2010 about cracks across the front of the retaining wall that ultimately collapsed. We know there were reports of water breaching the retaining walls this past May. The Mount Polley disaster really should be a wake up call to every British Columbian. If you go to bed at night thinking that this government is doing its job protecting workers, rural communities and our land, lakes and rivers, you would be mistaken. Mount Polley proves, once again, that we need to demand better. Norm Macdonald is the NDP MLA for Columbia River Revelstoke. He can be reached by phone at 1-866-870-4188 and by email at norm.macdonald.mla@leg.bc.ca.

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Don’t underestimate the power of grassroots Dear Editor: Your columnist Tom Fletcher took a snide swipe at local politicians and municipal councils that, at one time, declared their jurisdictions to be nuclear weapons-free zones. “Did they really think we’re that stupid?” asks Tom. Well Tom, you should know better than to denigrate the power of grassroots democracy and nowhere is it more powerful than at the level of local government.This was unquestionably demonstrated in New Zealand where, in the early 1980s, a dictatorial conservative Prime Minister named Rob “Piggy” Muldoon ignored the overwhelming public opinion that New Zealand should not host nuclear-powered and/or nuclear-armed foreign warships. Ignoring the ever-louder public protest,Piggy Muldoon continued to invite U.S. warships to visit New Zealand harbours and used his majority National government to run rough-shod over the will of the people. Kiwis turned to their local governments to give effect to their anti-nuclear principles.Municipality after municipality throughout New Zealand voted to become nuclear-free and they posted their nuclear-free signs on their municipal boundaries. Those signs were everywhere. The left wing Labour leader, David Lange,was no fool.He read the writing on the signs and promised that if his party became the government, he would ban all nuclear-

“That’s a good idea. It’s really unsafe to talk or text on a phone while driving.”

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powered and/or nuclear-armed warships from New Zealand waters. In 1984, David Lange’s Labour Party swept into power in a landslide election and promptly followed through on Lange’s promise. New Zealand is a small peaceful country in the South-Pacific but Kiwis stood up against the super-power bully tactics of Ronald Reagan and the U.S. military and Stat Department. New Zealand took a beating economically but stood by its principle of opposing Cold War super-power nuclear alliances.To this day,Aotearoa (Editor’s note: Maori name for New Zealand) proudly remains nuclear-free and an example to the world. The strategy may have been less successful in B.C. but there is nothing stupid about the effort nor the intent of the passionate British Columbians who tried. I was there in New Zealand when we threw out the U.S. nukes. I’m proud to say I was part of it. Together we changed the destiny of the nation and I learned a valuable lesson,which is that in a democracy, neither smug misinformed political pundits nor arrogant majority governments dictate the future of a nation or a province — the people do. If need be, there’s more than one way to make our voices heard and more than one way to bring down an arrogant majority government. So therefore, Tom, think twice before you denigrate the power of grassroots democracy and a unified cause whose time has come. Kia Kaha, CHRIS CONWAY INVERMERE

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Sports coverage is too heavy on hockey Dear Editor: While reading the September 24th edition of The Echo, it suddenly dawned on me that the only picture in the paper relating to team sports showed two hockey players being separated after a fight. Sports of various types have always been a major part of my life and I enjoy seeing photos of athletes in action. It takes some very special skills to be outstanding in any sporting endeavour. But what skill does it take to drop the gloves and smash someone in the nose? And yet, shots of fighting hockey players are not unusual. Perhaps even a part of our national culture? Well, fighting hockey players have always turned me off! Ever since coming to Canada over 40 years ago, I’ve heard comments such as, “It’s part of the game.” Name one other sport where fighting is allowed! “Oh, it’s such a rough sport that the players have to let off steam.” Hogwash! I played nine years of organized football and then coached the sport. It was a disgrace to be involved in a fight. I also took up the “gentleman’s game” of rugby at the ripe old age of 40. There was only one way to play either game, as my university coach used to say:“…Rough and tough, but according to the rules.” No fighting allowed. One ironic fact is that the Canadian armed forces have been sent all over the

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world as “peace-keepers.” And yet, countless “mini-wars” are commonly fought on cold evenings all over the country in our local hockey rinks. The participants even have weapons. Why don’t you give high school sports such as volleyball and basketball the same sort of coverage as hockey? The athletes are sons and daughters of local residents. Oh sure, we do see the occasional team picture after a tournament, but I cannot recall ever seeing a single write-up about an upcoming event nor any schedules for local team sports. I’m sure the coaches would be more than happy to have additional support for their teams and it might make the kids play even harder. It certainly made a difference to me. Maybe you could even find a student reporter. Oh, by the way, one of the most valuable lessons learned from participating in sports is good sportsmanship. You will commonly see that displayed at high school games. Where is that trait evident in hockey? When did you ever see a hockey player give a helping hand to an opposing player? Why does it have to be a war? Some people will condemn me for being a hockey heretic so I must admit to never having the incredible skills necessary to be outstanding in the sport. The only playing time that I remember was when I became discouraged because 4th grade girls were knocking me down.

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ond, the Invermere to show skill in technique. It breaks eptember has been a busy Judo OTTINGS Judo Club will host down the movements and allows one month for the Invermere a Kata Clinic where to focus on the principles. Please conJudo Club with ongoing regismembers from all tact us if you have any questions. See tration, practices Mondays and over B.C. are invited you on the tatami! Wednesdays, provincial trainto participate. Kata ing camps, and courses.We will This week’s column was written by is an exercise con- Karen Sharp, Hermann Mauthner’s continue our registration for sisting of a sequence daughter, who is a 2nd degree Black Belt. members for another couple of the specific move- To learn more about the Invermere Judo of weeks as parents settle back ERMANN into the school routine. If you ments of judo, used in Club, visit invermerejudo.com or email are interested in judo, registratraining and designed invermerejudo@gmail.com. tion is during practices on Monday from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. for six to eight year olds, and Monday and Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for recreational judo. On the weekend of September 20th, three members — Emma Norquay, Marcia Paget and MacKenzie DuBois — travelled with the Fernie and Creston Judo Clubs to Prince George for their first provincial training camp.There they met the provincial coaches, many other judokas with similar goals and learned new techniques. The following weekend on September 27th, Tomaz Stich passed his Dojo Assistant Coaching certification in Fernie. Congratulations Tomaz! There are two upcoming events in October. First, we will have members who Local judoka (participant in the sport of Judo) and Invermere Judo Club will travel to Abbotsford to compete in member Tomaz Stich (kneeling in the front row, far right) recently passed his Photo submitted the BC Judo Championships and sec- Dojo Assistant Coaching certification in Fernie.

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As the Windermere Valley Men’s Club winds down another very successful season, we want to recognize the achievements of our most outstanding members. Our teams were able to capture both interclub competitions, our annual event against the Radium Resort Men’s Club and the Tunnecliffe. We look forward to hosting the Tunnecliffe in 2015 which will be held on a Sunday afternoon in early July. Next year the format will be a five-man handicapped match play with ten members from each of the valley’s men’s clubs duking it out within their fivesomes for points and bragging rights. This year, our singles handicap matchplay champion was once again Ray Neratko with Doug Yukes finishing second. The B side was won by Ron Gregg in a spirited match that came down to the last shot. Our doubles handicap matchplay winners were Brad Bromley and Dan Steele, winning the final match on the third extra hole over Mickey Riches and Eric Stills. A tip of the hat goes to Doug Doell who singlehandedly bankrupted the hole-in-one insurance fund by jarring two aces in three weeks, both on Hole #16. Speaking of holes-in-one, we had two during our club championship with the honours (and half the deuce pot) going to Dave Nielsen and Jack Prenger. Low gross winners in each flight were Warren Doenz, Wayne Lannan, Vern Cole, Bob Tagg, Frank Gereau, and Tony Symonds with low net honours going to Dan Steele, Chuck Hilhorst, Vern Dobell, Larry Logan, Rick Fiddis and Tom Brooks. Our overall low net winner was Harold Hazelaar with Glen Evans being crowned our 2014 club champion. Well done gentlemen! Submitted by DEAN MIDYETTE

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THE SPRINGS MEN’S CLUB SEASON WRAP UP:

The 2014 season has wrapped up at the Springs Golf Course a little early this year as the course undergoes some significant renovations by course designer Les Ferber. The Men’s Club was able to squeeze in a couple of extra weeks, thanks to Brian Schaal at Copper Point, and we were grateful for their hospitality. The Match play event was started in May and a new champion was crowned in September. Chuck Hilhorst defeated Arnie Charbonneau in the final match and etched his name in the Springs Match Play Trophy for the first time. The Club Championship was contested by 50 members over two days in August and another first time champion prevailed. Wayne Rossington defeated past champion Darrell Ibach in a match that needed two extra holes to determine a winner. The overall low net winner was Ken Litchfield who won in a count back over Dave Bullough. The flight winners included the following: 1st Flight — Low Gross: Darrell Ibach, Low Net: Dave Lymburner; 2nd Flight — Low Gross: Ross Newhouse, Low Net: Doug Doell; 3rd Flight — Low Gross: George Julien, Low Net: Chuck Hilhorst; 4th Flight — Low Gross: Dave Bullough, Low Net: Mike Harrington. The Men’s Club wind up was held on September 23rd with a fun format and dinner provided for the members. A special presentation was made to one of our Assistant Professionals, Kris Cunningham, who is leaving The Springs after many years of service. He will be missed and we wish Kris well in his future endeavours. We would also like to thank Brent Taylor, our Head Professional, for his efforts over the past ten years, and wish him and his family all the best. Several new members joined the Men’s Club this year and really enjoyed our weekly Tuesday games and dinners. New members are always welcome and we look forward to growing the club in the future.

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Boots are still on-trend for the 2014 fall and winter season. Whether it’s above the knee, midcalf, ankle booties, or insulated and waterproof boots, you can find it at Summit Footwear. Looking for a classic flat riding boot that can give you comfort and everyday versatility? Neutralizer’s adjustable calf-tall boots or Canadian-owned Bos & Co lined and waterproof riding boots will be the perfect fit. Ready to step away from casual and stay on top of runway fashion? Try a pair of wedges from ART or a funky style of Fly London boots that incorporate studs or buckles. Need a boot that can stand up against tough elements? Stay warm and dry without sacrificing style in Sorel and Baffin’s new collection that offer boots with sturdy soles and a waterproof membrane. Also on-trend for this season are boot accessories. Invest in a pair of boots, but have many different looks by accessorizing with products from Peek-A-Boot and ART. Both offer a selection of boot cuffs, boot socks and leg warmers to completely change the look of your favourite boots. Summit Footwear is located on Main Street in Invermere. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Check out the Shoe of the Day on Facebook and follow Summit on Twitter.

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During the Golden Rockets visit to the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Friday, October 10th, Rockies forward Sam Young landed a jump after a fallen player became an obstacle. PHOTO BY DAN WALTON

Rockies sitting in basement of KIJHL DAN WALTON dan@invermerevalleyecho.com The Columbia Valley Rockies picked up one point after a home-and-home against the Rockets. They took on their division rivals at the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena on Friday, October 10th, and then again in Golden the following night. On Friday night, goals were exchanged by both teams early on. Early in the second, they were tied at two, then the Rockets found their firepower, scoring four unanswered goals — two of which were shorthanded. The Rockies managed two more goals before the final buzzer, but the home team’s four goals were no match for Golden’s seven. Scoring for the Rockies were Doan Smith, Matthew Bruyer, Ty Duncan, and Dario Piva. Assists went to Ryan Lawson, Dario Piva, Tyler Rivest, Cole Mckechney, and Jackson Oldale. Coaches felt that some of the bigger players on the Rockies weren’t hustling in both directions, and decided to give newer skaters more ice time the following night. Golden scored first on Saturday, but saw their lead vanish minutes later by goals from Ty Dun-

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can and Matthew Bruyer. Assists went to Kolten Nelson, Kellen Marchand, and Joel Huber. The Rockies took a 2-1 lead into the second period, then made it larger after Seth Bjorkman scored without any help. “We rolled four lines and outworked them,” WWW.EKEMPLOYMENT.ORG said general manager Ross Bidinger. But the game didn’t end soon enough for Columbia Valley — Golden scored two goals to catch up in the third period, forcing overtime. LOOKING FOR WORK? WE CAN HELP. During the extra play, Rocket James Gaume gave his team their fourth goal and earned a G e t t h e t ra i n i n g a n d su p p o rt yo u n e e d t o f i n d a n d ke e p a sudden-death win. Rockies goaltender Brody Nelson faced 64 j o b . A c ce s s a p re m ie r j ob boa rd f o r t h e e n t i re K o o t e n a y C o l u mb i a re g i o n , j o b se a rch re so u rce s, p e r so n a l p l a n n i n g , shots over the course of both nights. Columbia Valley has four points after their w o r ksh o p s, t ra i n i n g , se l f - e mp l o y me n t , w a g e su b s i d i e s, a n d first ten games of the season, and find them- mu ch mo re ! A l l se r vi ce s a re fre e ! selves at the bottom of the KIJHL standings. “It’s gonna take hard work,” Mr. Bidinger W e o f f e r a re g i o n a l p e r s p e ct i ve t o o u r u n i q u e l a b o u r ma r ke t said. “We can’t be taking too many penal- a n d a re o n l y e ve r a cl i ck o r p h o n e ca l l a w a y. ties and we need to be outworking the other WorkBC Employment Services Centre - EK Employment Columbia Valley teams.” Tel: 250-341-6889 - Website: www.ekemployment.org The Rockies play again on Friday, October Email: cvnfo@ekemployment.org - Store Front: 2-1313 7th Ave, Invermere 17th in Fernie. They’ll be at home on Saturday, October 18th to take on the Summerland Steam starting at 7:30 p.m. The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

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Employment Opportunity Experienced Truck Drivers

Drivers License Class 1 or 3 with air. Snowplow experience not required but would be an asset. As & When Positions for winter months in; Cranbrook, Kimberley, Yahk, Invermere Fernie, Sparwood & Jaffray. Mail or fax resume, including current drivers abstract to:

Mainroad East Kootenay Contracting LP

258 Industrial Rd F, Cranbrook BC, V1C 6N8 Fax # 250-417-4641

Education/Trade Schools

Help Wanted

The Inland Group Cranbrook BC has an opening for a

TRUCK SERVICE MANAGER

Applicant should possess a strong working knowledge of Heavy Trucks and their applications. High school diploma, or general education degree (GED) essential or Journeyman TQ. Duties will include to plan, organize, lead and control the flow of service work through the service department in a professional timely manner. Strong leadership, customer relations and organizational skills are a requirement. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to read, analyze and interpret financial reports. We offer a competitive wage and benefits package. Fax or email resume to the attention of: Dale Felhauer Email: dfelhauer@inland-group.com Fax:250-426-6122

0911611 BC LTD o/a Tim Hortons 496 Highway 93/95 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K2

Part and Full-time Positions Available Start date: ASAP

Food Service Supervisor Permanent, Shift

Job Description Available in Store 7 positions available No education required One to two years experience required. Nights/early mornings/weekends $12.12/hour + medical/dental/group benefits.

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Help Wanted

V.J. Bishop is looking to fill the following positions.

Snow Plow Drivers and Skidsteer Operators

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators. Meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-780-7235051.

For the winter season. Experience preferred but not necessary. Must have clean drivers abstract.

Make extra $$$ delivering phone books. The BetterBook requires a responsible and reliable person(s) to deliver phone books to businesses in Invermere and the Columbia Valley. Reliable vehicle (van or covered pickup) is required and the ability to lift heavy bundles of phone books. This is a great group fundraiser! Contact Linda in our distribution department at 1-800-663-8555.

Truck and pup experience required.

Class 1 and 3 Drivers Experienced Excavator Operator Required for out-of-town work.

Please forward resumes to vjbishopexcavating@gmail.com

Food Counter Attendant Permanent, Shift

Job Description Available in Store 12 positions available No education or experience required. Nights/overnights/early mornings/ weekends. $11.05/hour + medical/dental/group benefits.

Apply in person, via email (timhortons.invermere@gmail.com) or by fax (250-341-3177) for both positions.

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MECHANIC

Required for Westline Ford, in beautiful Vanderhoof, BC...where you can afford to live in comfort. Offering competitive wages & beneﬁts. Apply with resume to: tammy@westlineford.com

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Place of Worship

ST. PETER’S ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN MISSION LUTHERAN MISSIoN OF INVERMERE oF INVERMERE 100 - 7th Ave., Invermere 100 - 7th Ave., Invermere 250-426-7564 Pastor:250-426-7564 Rev. Fraser Coltman Pastor: Pastor Rev. Rev. Fraser David Coltman Morton Pastor Rev. David Morton Worship Services Worship Services Sundays Sundays 1:30 p.m. p.m.Trinity, Christ 1:30 Church ChristInvermere Church Trinity, Invermere

Home Improvements FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

Fruit & Vegetables Faraman Farm New location!

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Visit us for apples

Starting approx. Mid. Sept.Gala, Mac End of Sept.- Honeycrisp, Sweet 16, Priam, Blushing Susan & Elstar Beginning Oct. - Liberty, Spartan, Jonagold, Creston, Golden Delicious Mid Oct.- Ambrosia & Orin We also have squash, potatoes, carrots & apple juice Bulk orders welcome Closed Sundays

Merchandise for Sale

Rentals

Transportation

Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

Commercial/ Industrial

Auto Financing

A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com FIREWOOD Support Rockies Hockey. Fir,Pine, & Larch. Phone 250-342-6908 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

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Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 778-281-0030. Local.

In Invermere - For rent 503 7th Ave. 1950 sq. ft. 8’ overhead door, suitable for retail or ofﬁce. call 250-342-0603 or 250-341-5845.

If you see a wildﬁre, report it to

1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on most cellular networks.

Transportation

Auto Financing

Vehicle Wanted WANTED: VW dune buggy with fiberglass body. Please call 604-883-9768.

Garage Sales

Rentals

4862 Timber Ridge Rd. Oct. 18th, 9 a.m. to 3 Misc kitchen, household, door, furniture log futon, and much, much more.

Apt/Condo for Rent 2BDRM, 1 1/2 BATH apartment for rent, in Canal Flats. Great view, 2parking spaces, F/S, D/W, W/D, microwave. $800 + utilities & D.D. Available Oct 1/14. Call (250)489-8389.

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100-7th Ave., Invermere 100-7th Ave., Invermere 250-342-6644 250-342-6644 Reverend Laura Hermakin Reverendwvsm.ca Laura Hermakin wvsm.ca Every Sunday Bacon, Every Sunday Bacon, Friends & Faith, 9:30 a.m Friends & Faith, 9:30 a.m Worship, 10:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Christ Church Trinity, Christ Church Trinity, Invermere Invermere 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m. 1st and 3rd Sunday, 9 a.m. All Saint’s, Edgewater. All Saint’s, Edgewater. 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m. 2nd Sunday, 7 p.m. St. Peter’s, Windermere St. Peter’s, Windermere

ROMAN CATHOLIC RADIUM CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF JESUS RoMAN CATHoLIC RADIUM CHURCH JESUS CHRISTIAN CHRIST CHURCH OFoF LATTER FELLOWSHIP CHURCH CHRIST oF LATTERFELLoWSHIP DAY SAINTS 250-342-6167 #4 - 7553 Main Street W, DAY SAINTS 250-342-6167 #4 - 7553Radium Main Street W, Pastor: Father Gabriel 5014 Fairway, Pastor: Father Gabriel 5014 Fairway, Radium Fairmont Hot Springs 250-342-6633 Confession: 1/2 hr. before Mass Fairmont Hot Springs 250-342-6633 Confession: 1/2 hr. before Mass 250-341-5792 250-347-6334 Canadian Martyrs Church 250-341-5792 250-347-6334 President: Adam Pasowisty Canadian Martyrs Church 712 - 12 Ave, Invermere Worship Service President: Adam Columbia ValleyPasowisty Branch 712Saturdays, - 12 Ave, Invermere Worship Service 5 p.m. Sundays, 10 a.m. Columbia Valley Branch Saturdays, 5 p.m. Sundays, 10 a.m. Sundays, 9 a.m. Worship Services Sundays, 9 a.m. Bible Studies Worship Services Sundays Bible Studies St. Joseph’s Church Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Sundays 10 a.m. 1 p.m. St. Joseph’s Church Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Hwy. 93-95, Radium Hot 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Kids’ Church Hwy. 93-95, Radium Hot Springs Kids’ Church Edgewater Hall Springs Sundays, 11 a.m. Edgewater Hall Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Sundays, 11 a.m. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. St. Anthony’s Mission St. Anthony’s Mission Loving God, Corner of Luck and Dunn, LovingPeople God, Corner Canal of Luck and Dunn, Loving Flats Loving People Canal Flats Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. Saturdays, 4:30 p.m.

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Welcome to the driver’ss seat

Visit the 2015 F150 gallery at DrivewayCanada.ca

All new Ford F-150 leaner, meaner, tough and strong By Howard J. Elmer

levels available now and this year, the popular FX4 off-road version becomes San Antonio, Texas – In 1948 Ford redea package that can be added to any of signed its pickup truck and introduced the trims. Cradling that luxury is a new the F1. cab that’s two-inches wider and has rear Marketing at the time ran ads shouting seats that get more legroom. Storage about the “Million-dollar bins have been added cab” emphasizing how and the 40/20/40 seats Ford’s claims will carry six adults comfortmuch money Ford had spent to redesign just the have to play out on ably. The SuperCab, the cab of the new half-ton. roads, across Canada, rear suicide doors now That first F-series truck was open flat along the box indeed all new – and so is in the coming years to 170 degrees, no more its great-great-great-great but from what I’ve getting trapped at the grandson, the 2015 F-150. seen in Texas, I’d say mall. But the big update Looks is all about electronics. A Giddy Up! After several generations new instrument cluster of rounder, then-squarer Howard J. Elmer is larger and all the front ends the 2015 draws gauges are video-proinspiration from the ’48. jected. Because of this The horse-collar grille is brought back you can configure the cluster however with a much more angular hood; in fact, you want – add info or subtract, it’s you’ll see many more lines in the metal up to you. The centre console screen is thanks to the all-aluminum body. These eight-inches wide and displays the views are design elements, but they’re also offered by the new 360-degree camera. needed for strength. On each side of the Four cameras around the truck stitch grille are distinctive new C-clamp headtogether a birds-eye view displayed on lamps while above the glass a cut-in the screen. Toggle through other screens shades the windshield. This truck is also for expanded views in front, behind and 2.5 centimetres lower than the old one, to the sides. Great for parking, not to perhaps signalling the end of the overmention hooking up trailers. For your active thyroid problem most trucks have gadgets, Ford offers 12V plug-ins but been experiencing for the past 20 years. also 110V power. A new inverter pumps Around the back, the looks encompass out 400 watts of power (plugs in the a laundry list of new features like a powfront and back). New and improved drivered tailgate, second-gen pullout step er assist features include BLIS (Blind that moves the grab-bar inside the gate, Spot Information System) that also in-bed lighting, new removable tie down sees cross-traffic; Adaptive cruise system and even built-in cargo ramps. control; Lane-Keeping system; Active park assist; rear view camera; reverse Inside sensing system; auto high beams and Luxury is becoming a key selling feature of the F-series. There are nine trim rain sensing wipers.

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• Local (Canal Flats to Spillimacheen) $45.30 • Ofﬁce Pick-Up $34.50 • Canada $62.60 / International $182.00 • Seniors (local) $34.50 / Seniors (Canada) $56.00

Drive What you can’t see is the 317 kgs that the ‘15 F-series has lost, thanks to that aluminum body and the increased use of high-strength steel in the frame – but, you can certainly feel it while driving. The truck is nimbler, has less wash in the corners and simply handles better. The cab is virtually silent and for comfort, the HVAC is split side-toside, front and rear. The hood and side windows have dropped in profile for better visibility, while the size, colours and quality of the computer generated gauges and controls simplifies operation while driving. I towed with the new truck and its manners are good if not improved. In part, this is assisted by the long list of towing features like trailer sway control; tow/haul mode; Dynamic Hitch Assist, SelectShift transmission and better tow mirrors. Off-road an electronic manual rear

differential locker has been added. This truck churns mud better than ever. Verdict Payload is up (to 900 kgs) and so is towing (approx. 5.5 tonnes) yet overall body weight is down by 317 kgs. Ford offers four engines and even the smallest 2.7L EcoBoost will still tow up to 3.8 tonnes. The cab is quieter, yet larger. The floor is flat yet has more storage compartments. The dash is less cluttered yet offers more information. Do you sense a theme here? Consider that the design phase of this truck took four years and the testing was the most intense ever. The result? A list of improvements a hockey rink long – that’s a fact. Now, how will they all work together? Well Ford’s claims will have to play out on roads, across Canada, in the coming years. But from what I’ve seen in Texas, I’d say Giddy Up!

Question of the Week The all-new Ford F-150 graces the front of Driveway this week as it looks to maintain its constant premier position as the truck of choice. What do its rivals have to do to make a bigger mark in sales? Go to DrivewayCanada.ca to submit your answer. QUESTION

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Safety Tip: This weekend is one of the most dangerous on B.C. roads. The temperature can drop and road conditions can change quickly in the fall and winter months. If you’re driving out of town, check drivebc.ca for up-to-date road and weather conditions before you head out.

The big update is all about electronics. A new instrument cluster is larger and all the gauges are video projected.

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