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The Salvation Army thrift store in Fernie held a retirement party for Betty Naude on Monday afternoon. Naude volunteered for the Salvation Army for 15 years before retiring from her position. In the photo, Major James Hagglund with the Salvation Army presents Naude with an Award of Excellence.

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male thief stole three guns and ammunition from Fernie’s Canadian Tire at approximately 3:30 p.m. last Saturday.

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The guns were non-restricted firearms and Sgt. Lorne Craig of the Elk Valley RCMP described the occurrence as a “brazen” theft in front of employees. “He went undetected until he was virtually out the front doors,” said Sgt. Craig. “We are in the process

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Tim Hortons donates to Friends for Friends charity

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hooded stranger pursued a 16-year-old female for several blocks while she was walking alone in Fernie last week. The teenaged female was walking along Second Ave. at around noon on October 14 when she realized she was being followed. The pursuer followed the teenager for seven blocks while she tried to evade him by taking different roads. Eventually, she confronted the male and he asked her for her name. The male victim then ran off and no physical contact was made. Sgt. Lorne Craig called the incident “suspicious” and wants to encourage anyone else who has been subject to a similar occurrence to come forward to Elk Valley RCMP. “We just want to draw attention to this suspicious act,” explained Sgt. Craig “as it potentially could have been more serious.” Sgt. Craig noted that it could have been just a single suspicious occurrence but that if it has happened repeatedly, it is something the RCMP wants to look into. The male has been described as six feet tall with brown scruffy facial hair, a balding head and wearing a black hoodie and black hockey pants with a stripe down the side.

The owners of the Fernie Tim Hortons, pictured third and fourth from the right, presented a cheque to Shelley Moulton from the Friends for Friends charity, pictured left of the cheque. Photo by S. Kucharski By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

wners of Fernie Tim Hortons Wayne and Sandra Varty presented a cheque of $6,013 to local cancer support charity Friends for Friends. “Being new to this community, we’re so grateful to the community for rallying the troops and supporting this charity,” said Sandra. The money was raised through the chain’s Smile Cookie campaign, where every dollar raised through the purchase of these special cookies went towards Friends for Friends. Fernie Friends for Friends was created two years ago by Fernie couple Chris and Shelley Moulton, after Shelley battled leukemia and the community stuck by the pair.

Their only stipulations are that you be a Fernie resident and that you are going through treatment. “We help financially and emotionally as much as we can for any people in Fernie who are actually going through treatment,” said Chris. “We learned that the Canadian Cancer Society, for all the great things they do, put in certain stipulations that if you made a certain amount of household income, they wouldn’t help. We decided we would fill that gap and we would help out, no questions asked.” Of the 31 families that Friends for Friends has helped over the last two years, only about four of them have asked for it, according to Chris. “If you’re going through treatment and we hear your story, usually by word of mouth, we’ll get involved,” he said. In the past, this has included knocking on doors, handing over a cheque and simply walking away. At other times, the Moultons and their group of volunteers have cleaned houses, driven people to treatment or simply sat in living rooms and talked. “It’s not someone who’s never been through it,” explained Chris, “because we’ve been through it twice when Shelley’s leukemia came back. I know what it’s like to be a husband with a wife who’s sick. She knows what it’s like to go through treatment. My daughter knows what it’s like to have a mom going through treatment. We want people to know they’re not alone.” Chris reiterates the importance of how local and linked in to the community Friends for Friends is. Both the Moultons are born and raised residents of Fernie and have strong ties to the city. “The money is raised by Fernie people, for Fernie people and the people helping us are local businesses in Fernie. We really emphasize the fact that it’s not a society, really, it’s friendly. It’s friends, helping friends.”

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Fish found dead at Teck’s Line Creek Operation By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

lmost a dozen fish were found dead between last Thursday and Friday at Line Creek Operation — a Teck mine and preparation plant near Sparwood. “We have notified appropriate regulatory authorities and are currently working to determine the cause,” said Nic Milligan, Teck manager of community and Aboriginal affairs in a press release on Saturday. Milligan assured the public that the West Line Creek Active Water Treatment Facility has also been shut down, and the water treatment works where the fish were found has been isolated. As of last Saturday, Teck was working on removing the fish from the area and transporting them to another water body. “At Teck we take these issues very seriously and are committed to ensuring the environment is protected,” said Milligan. The deaths of the fish are not currently known.

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Wildlife Corner

Submitted by Kathy Murray Wildsafe B.C. Community Coordinator

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Elk Valley communities are taking positive steps forward in preventing human/wildlife conflict. There have been fewer bear sightings in Fernie and Elkford this fall. Thank you to everyone who is making efforts to bear-proof their properties. In Fernie, we have noticed that putting garbage out on the curb the night before collection is no longer common practice. Only a handful of residences were found to have garbage out at night during two night patrols. The District of Elkford has acquired 45 residential bear resistant containers available to households who have no garage or shed to secure garbage between collection days, and all the communal dumpsters have been retrofitted with metal latches. This has resulted in less wildlife in the community, increased public safety, decreased potential for human/wildlife conflict and a subsequent reduction in the number of bears destroyed. Thank you to a group of dedicated volunteers in Sparwood who are committed to engaging their families, neighbours and friends in the importance of securing garbage, picking fruit trees and working together to prevent human/wildlife conflict and the needless destruction of bears. Fernie

Bears reported behind the Causeway Bay Hotel and by the store in Sparwood Heights. Thank you to Sparwood residents for their support at the WildSafeBC presentation to council. We are hopeful that the District of Sparwood will join neighbouring Elk Valley communities and support the WildSafeBC program. We look forward to the opportunity to work with council, city staff and community volunteers to ensure that Sparwood remains safe for both the wildlife and residents.

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Elkford school wins books these kids,” said Reker. She added, “The real winners in all this are our students. Reading is a skill that will serve them for a lifetime, helping to improve language skills, strengthen creative thinking and uncover hidden talent or interests. With the books received, our aim is to re-stock the library as a core center of learning at RMES and drive the love for reading across our entire studenwt body.” The Rocky Mountain Elementary school is getting ready to stock their new shelves with books. Submitted photo

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he Rocky Mountain Elementary School (RMES) in Elkford came in first place with the Indigo Adopt A School competition, taking the grand prize of a $10,000 book fund for the school. Following a fire in June that destroyed 14,000 books in the school library, an Elkford resident nominated Rocky Mountain Elementary for the contest. “The contest was supposed to go on for three weeks and we got into it with 11 days remaining,” said Denise Reker, an Elkford mom with children who go to Rocky Mountain. Reker created a Facebook page to help get the word out through social media. “All the stay-at-home moms got on the computer and voted all day long,” said Reker. There were 1460 books purchased for Rocky Mountain directly through the page and 17,603 adopts for the school. For every 50 adopts, the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation gave one book to the school. “The purchased books equates to $15,768 plus the $10,000 grand prize [that] totals $25,768.01 in Indigo eGift Cards,” said Reker. Reker said that the support the school received from the community was wonderful. “We had people [donating] who don’t even live in Elkford, but who care about the school and

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The Chief Election Ofﬁcer is Looking for Experienced Election Staff If you have past experience and are interested in working at the Municipal Election on Saturday, November 15, 2014, please forward your resume to: DISTRICT OF ELKFORD: Attention: Dorothy Szawlowski, Deputy Chief Election Ofﬁcer 816 Michel Road PO Box 340, Elkford BC V0B 1H0 info@elkford.ca

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Wednesdays 1 PM – 3 PM Sundays 1 PM – 3 PM • 16 + Shinny: Tuesdays 10 AM – 12 PM • Parent and Tot Skating: Tuesdays 12:30 PM – 2 PM Thursdays 12:30 PM – 2 PM • Family Shinny: Wednesdays 10 AM – 12 PM Saturdays 3 PM – 4:30 PM • Men’s Shinny: Fridays 8:30 PM – 10 PM Please note that the Skating Schedule is subject to change. The current Skating Schedule can be found at www.elkford.ca.

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Election Workers Remuneration $225.00 November 15 – 7:30 am to completion of count (on a rotating shift) and additional shifts on November 5 and/or November 10, 2014.

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For further information about this opportunity, please call 250.865.4020 or email ﬁrechief@elkford.ca.

Please note that remuneration will be subject to any applicable payroll deductions. Applications will be received until 4:30 pm Tuesday, October 28, 2014. For further information pelase call Dorothy Szawlowski, Deputy Chief Election Ofﬁcer at 250.865.4000.

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The District reminds you that per District Bylaw No. 428, residents must turn ON the bleeder valve in their residences from October 31, 2014 to May 1, 2015. Please ensure that your valves are in working condition before you turn them on. It is the residents’ responsibility to ensure that their water systems do not freeze. Any thawing of lines will be at the homeowner’s expense.

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The District of Elkford is now accepting applications for Financial and In-Kind Assistance Grant Applications for the 2015 Budget Year. Any not-for-profit community groups or organizations that can demonstrate financial need and are interested in requesting financial assistance from the District for 2015 are encouraged to submit an application. Everyone applying for a 2015 Financial and In-Kind Assistance Grant must submit a completed application form by October 31, 2014. Information packages and application forms are available at the District Office or on our website at www.elkford.ca. Marilyn Rookes Deputy Director, Financial Services

Notice of Election by Voting PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the District of Elkford that an Election by Voting is necessary to elect one Mayor and six Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom the votes will be received are listed below: MAYOR - One person to be elected David Jones 2033 Alder Street Dean McKerracher 719 Fording Drive

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Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: - pick up at District Ofﬁce in Elkford, OR - regular lettermail through Canada Post to residential address, OR - regular lettermail through Canada Post to an alternate address that you provide when requesting the ballot package. To ensure you receive the correct registration application form in your package, you must indicate whether you are going to be registering as a resident or non-resident property elector.

Mail ballot packages will be sent out commencing on or about October 27, 2014. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Deputy Chief Election Ofﬁcer in Elkford no later than 8 pm on November 15, 2014.

VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the District of Elkford as follows: General Voting: Saturday, November 15, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Elkford Community Conference Centre, 740 Fording Drive, Elkford, BC Monday, November 10, 2014 Advance Voting: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm 8:00 am to 4:00 pm District of Elkford Municipal Office, 816 Michel Road, Elkford BC Electors from the District of Elkford may vote for Mayor and/or Councillor BY MAIL if they: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity, OR • expect to be absent from the District of Elkford on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE: Before 4:30 pm on November 13, 2014 you must submit the following information to the Deputy Chief Election Officer’s office in person (District of Elkford Office, 816 Michel Road), by mail (P.O. Box 340, Elkford, BC V0B 1H0), telephone (250-865-4000), fax (250-865-4001) or email (dszawlowski@elkford.ca) 1. Full name, 2. Residential address, 3. Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for non-resident property electors),

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ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS Resident Elector a) is a Canadian citizen; b) is, OR will be on November 19, 2011, age 18 or older; c) has been a resident of British Columbia for the past 6 months; d) has been a resident of the District of Elkford for the past 30 days; and e) is not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. All RESIDENT ELECTORS will register on Voting Day at the Polling Station, if they meet these qualifications and provide two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not required. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-Resident Property Elector (a) is not entitled to register as a resident elector of the District of Elkford; (b) is a Canadian citizen; (c) is, OR will be on November 19, 2011, age 18 or older; (d) has been a resident of British Columbia for the past 6 months; (e) has been a registered owner of real property in the District of Elkford for the past 30 days; (f) has received the written consent of a majority of the registered owners of the property designating you as the one who may vote (only one person may vote on the property qualification no matter how many owners there may be).

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS will register on Voting Day at the Polling Station, if they meet the qualifications set out, have two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature to prove identity), PROOF OF OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY and the WRITTEN CONSENT OF A MAJORITY OF THE REGISTERED OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY designating you as the one who may vote. Sarann Press, Chief Election Officer

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We received a letter to the editor this week thanking a Fernie family for their kindness. The family stopped on the highway to help a couple from Tennessee who were having car troubles. But their kindness didn’t stop there. The couple went as far as loaning their own car out, connecting their trailer to water and electricity and arranging transportation to drive them to Whitefish, Montana. In their thank you letter, the couple thanked the Fernie family for being Good Samaritans. This got me thinking of the term Good Samaritan and what makes an individual qualify for that kind of recognition. Sure it is easy enough to hold a door for somebody or to say please and thank you when you’re interacting with another person, but how many of us would pull over on the side of a highway and offer shelter to a complete stranger? How many of us would lend our car out to a complete stranger? I’d like to think that I would be kind enough to do something like this, but the truth of the matter is, I don’t know if I would be. I’ve seen cars pulled over on the highway time after time and I continue to drive on without offering my assistance. I always think to myself, they’ve probably already called BCAA or they’ve probably already gotten a hold of a family member or friend. But , I don’t know this for sure. This past week, I locked my keys in my truck. I called a friend to help me out but my phone died before I could tell her where I was. While I was stranded, no one offered their assistance, and although my friend ended up finding me after around an hour, it really got me thinking. What if some of those people stranded on the side of the highway had no cell phone reception or if, like me, they didn’t charge their phone before leaving for the day? What if those people are just sitting in their cars, praying that someone will be as kind as this Fernie family was and pull over to offer theM assistance? The letter definitely got me thinking about what I can do to help others in need. For me, after hearing this heart-warming story, I don’t think that holding a door or saying please and thank you is enough sometimes, especially not when you have a family like this one that is willing to give so much to help out complete strangers. Next time I see a stranger pulled over on the highway, I plan to take the time to stop and offer my assistance. Even if they don’t need it, at least I will know that I did everything I could to offer a helping hand to complete strangers.

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Letters to the Editor Letter to the editor thanking Fernie residents for their kindness On a recent trip through Canada, our GMC diesel pickup truck was totally disabled after the technician who changed our oil in Waterton National Park failed to securely tighten the oil drain plug. We were stranded at the intersection of Hwy 3 and 93 for 20 hours pulling a 30-foot travel trailer. An incredibly kind Fernie resident, Sonia McPeak and her friend Alex Lidster, stopped to offer help, even though we were total strangers. Sonia and her father Earl allowed us to connect to water and electricity at Earl's Fruit Stand for four days while we

attempted to get a new motor. When that failed, she and Earl arranged transportation to drive us to Whitefish, Montana where we purchased another truck. While in Fernie, we also used Sonia's personal car. This is a family Fernie should be proud to call their own. A simple thank you from us could never suffice. For no reason but the kindness of their hearts, the McPeak family provided food, friendship and comfort to Tennessee travellers in distress. We also want to thank Scott Landry of Fernie Ford and Aaron Young of Fernie Chrysler for their efforts and kindness. We would urge all Fernie residents to become patrons of Earl's Fruit Stand because these are extraordinary people who embody the concept of a Good Samaritan. We happily now call them friends and look forward to their visit to Tennessee sometime. Don and Libby Steely Lewisburg, Tennessee

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Letters to the Editor continued from page 6 In response to Dr. Halpenney’s letter to the editor in the October 2, 2014 edition of The Free Press. I am very pleased to see that Dr. Halpenny clarified what was said at the meeting held with Interior Health (IH) in September.I want to thank

Dr. Halpenny and IH for recognizing the clinical need for the OR in the Elk Valley and for the commitment indicated in his correspondence to The Free Press that the Operating Room (OR) will NOT close once Dr. Nalley chooses to retire. I believe I speak for all Elk Valley residents when I say that we are very appreciative of the assurance from IH that they will recruit and find a suitable replacement for Dr. Nalley so that the OR can function in a seamless way when Dr. Nalley does make the decision to leave.

Sparwood forum controversy

he Sparwood Chamber of Commerce has been under public scrutiny after candidates and the general public were notified that Norma McDougall, the Sparwood & District Chamber of Commerce manager and husband of mayoral candidate, Cal McDougall, would be hosting the forum. The original forum was meant to entail questions received from the public, selected by the Sparwood & District Chamber of Commerce and given to each candidate prior to October 21, however after recent backlash, the chamber has decided to change the event to an open mic question period. “I do understand we had some people question pre-chosen questions, as well as questioning my integrity, worried that I would make up specific questions for my husband that I wanted to ask,” said McDougall. “I wish people would not always

think the worst.” McDougall said she reached out to both the Sparwood & District Chamber of Commerce board members and business members associated with the chamber, asking them to submit any questions they wanted to be included in the forum. After receiving only one response and a lot of negative comments about the format of the forum questions, the Sparwood & District Chamber decided to switch their direction. “I don’t know if there’s any right or wrong way to run a forum,” McDougall noted adding, “I think the pre-chosen questions just get the ball rolling.” She went on to say, “I know it’s going to be a long evening with a lot of candidates running. I’m proud of the people stepping forward for their community.” McDougall also insisted that the pre-chosen questions she was hoping to prepare would have been given to each candidate prior to the forum.

he Coal Mountain Phase 2 environmental assessment project proposal has been filed. The project entails a second operation, located approximately 15 km south of Sparwood. It would involve an extension of the pre-existing Coal Mountain Operations mine, which, according to Teck’s website, will be nearing the end of its service in the next six years. Karen Christie, Executive Project Director at BC Environmental Assessment Office filed the assessment to Sparwood council in a letter dated September 18. Council discussed the letter at a special meeting held October 13, with many councillors expressing concern over the project. “I think it would be nice if we identified it also in our weekly distribution sheet and on our website that this is forthcoming,” asserted Coun. Hungry. “Because ultimately I would like to see a strong-worded or knowledgeable letter offered in regards to this and our concerns about it when the time is right.” Both Coun. Andy MacIntyre and Coun. Sharon Fraser spoke in favour of more public knowledge of the assessment. Chief Administrative Officer Terry Melcer

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1. The Motor Vehicle Act is currently being reviewed by government. 2. A new penalty for distracted driving has been introduced. 3. The penalty is 3 points on your license and a $167 fine for doing anything like using your cell phone, programming a GPS or watching a DVD while driving. Bill Bennett MLA, Kootenay East www.billbennettmla.bc.ca

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Correction: In the October 9 edition of The Free Press on the page 2 article entitled “Cemetery Committee discusses monument to honour Fernie’s lost souls,” we referred to the monument as being eradicated. The article was meant to say that the monument will be erected. Our sincerest apologies go out to the Cemetery Committee, everyone who has misplaced family members in Fernie’s gravesites and anyone who was offended by the error.

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assured council that a large part of the assessment process would require public consultation. Coun. MacIntyre also noted, “As someone who spends a lot of time in the backcountry, there’s a watershed back there and a lot of habitat and environment there they would have to close down to the public, even the Flathead. When that time comes, when that’s discussed, it will probably cause a lot of uproar in this valley,” he said. “It’s their property, they can do what they want with it,” argued Coun. Sonny Saad. At Coal Mountain’s current production rates of approximately 2.7-3.5 million tones of coal per year, Coal Mountain is projected to support mining for another six years — according to Teck’s website dated April 2014. Phase 2 is expected to produce 76.5 million metric tonnes of coal over an estimated mine life of 34 years, according to Christie’s letter. An advisory working group consisting of provincial, federal and local government representatives as well as First Nations group will be created to address the environmental assessment. Further information on the project is available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca

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FERNIE ELK VALLEY HOSPITAL Thursday, November 6, 2014, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Bring your care card with you! Flu shots are safe, effective, and free for the following: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

People 65 years and older and their caregivers/household contacts People of any age in residential care facilities Children and adults with chronic health conditions and their household contacts Children & adolescents (6 months to 18 years) with conditions treated for long periods of time with Acetylsalicylic acid and their household contacts Children and adults who are morbidly obese (adult BMI > 40, child BMI assessed as > 95th percentile) Aboriginal people (on & off reserve) All children age 6 to 59 months of age Household contacts and caregivers of infants and children age 0 to 59 months of age Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy during the influenza season and their household contacts Inmates of provincial correctional institutions People who work with live poultry Health care and other care providers in facilities and community settings who are capable of transmitting influenza disease to those at high risk of influenza complications Individuals who provide care or service in potential outbreak settings housing high risk persons (e.g., crew on ships) People who provide essential community services (First Responders, Corrections Workers) Visitors to health care facilities and other patient care locations

The flu (influenza) is highly contagious. Getting your flu shot protects you and those around you – at home, school and work.

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Mondays

• 6:15 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 3:00pm to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 5:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Tuesdays

• 7:00am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to noon – Parent and Tot Funtimes at the Sparwood Leisure Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Low Impact Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 11:00am – Preschool Swim Lessons at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym for 0-5 years at the Fernie Family Centre • 10:30 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Parent and Tot Skating at the Sparwood Arena • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Water Walking at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00pm to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross & Lifesaving Lessons at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool

• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 pm – Narcotics Anonymous Open Meeting, 101 Centennial Sq. Sparwood

Wednesdays

• 6:15 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 11:00am – Preschool Swim Lessons at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym for 0-5 years at the Fernie Family Centre • 10:30 to 11:00am – Wittle Water Works at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 11:15 to noon - Toddlertime at the Fernie Library for ages 2 & under • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00pm - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 3:00pm to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross & Lifesaving Lessons at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 5:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena • 3:45 to 5:00pm – After School Rec Hockey at the Sparwood Arena • 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:30 – Ladies Darts at the Fernie Legion (new members welcome) • 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool

Thursdays

• 7:00am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Low Impact Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 11:30am - MOMs Group at the Fernie Library • 9:30 to 11:00am – Preschool Swim Lessons at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 10:45 to 11:45am – Kinder Gym at the Sparwood Leisure Centre • 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Water Walking at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00pm to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross & Lifesaving Lessons at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena • 7:30 to 9:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 11:00pm – Adult Rec Hockey 19+ at the Sparwood Arena

Fridays

• 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 11:15 to noon - Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 3:00pm to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:00pm – Red Cross & Lifesaving Lessons at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 4:45pm – Pioneer Crafts at the Fernie Library, ages 7-10 (registration required) • 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:30pm - Free Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm - $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm - Jitney Darts at the Fernie Legion – everyone is welcome • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 13+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Teen/Adult Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre

Saturdays

the Sparwood Pool • 1:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 2:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 4:45pm – Public Skating at the Sparwood Arena • 4:00 to 5:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 7:30pm - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

UPCOMING EVENTS

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• Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 1:00 to 2:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:00 to 3:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 6:00pm - Meat Draw at the Fernie Legion • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30pm Texas Hold’em Poker at the Fernie Legion (every 2nd week) • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing

Sundays

• Noon to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 1:00 to 2:00pm – Family Swim at

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Deadline for Signup for Legion Spaghetti Dinner. Call 250-423-6218 Fernie Ghostriders vs. Castlegar Rebels, Memorial Arena 7:30 pm Ladies Auxiliary Spaghetti Dinner, Fernie Legion Hall 6 pm – Call 250-423-6218 Fernie Ghostriders vs. North Okanagan Knights, Memorial Arena 7:30 pm Kogging, Fernie Arts Station 8 pm Nitty Gritty Dirt Band with Kenny Hess Live, Fernie Memorial Arena 8:00 pm Lyme Disease Info Session with Dr. Ernie Murakami, 7 pm at Fernie Arts Station (free) Closing Day for Fishing on the Elk River FernieGhostridersvs.Golden Rockets, Memorial Arena 7:30 pm Hallowe’en Howler, Fernie Heritage Library 3:30 – 5:00 pm

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Christmas in the Country at the Jaffray Hall from 9:00am-4:00pm Triangle Womens Institute’s annual salad bar luncheon, Pioneer Hall in Grasmere, 11:30 am-2:00 pm Fernie Ghostriders vs. Osoyoos Coyotes, Memorial Arena, 7:30 pm TexasHold’em,FernieLegion Hall – registration 6 pm start 6:30 pm Indie Films Fernie Presents: The Lunchbox, Vogue Theatre 7:00 pm

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City of Fernie CONNECTION | Community Information and Opportunities | www.fernie.ca Notice of Election by Voting

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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

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the City of Fernie that an Election by Voting is necessary to elect six Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom the votes will be received are listed below: COUNCILLOR - Six persons to be elected Phil Iddon 14 Mt. Proctor Ave., Fernie Jon Levesque 12 Mt. Proctor Ave., Fernie Dan McSkimming Fernie Ange Qualizza 1122 12 Ave., Fernie Willard Ripley Fernie Dennis Schafer Fernie Joe Warshawsky 951 7 Ave., Fernie VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the City of Fernie as follows: General Voting: Saturday, November 15, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Seniors’ Center - 562 3rd Ave, Fernie BC Advance Voting:

Special Voting

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

Winter Parking Regulations in Effect November 1st to April 15th The City of Fernie would like to remind residents that the winter parking regulations will be in effect from November 1st to April 15th in order to facilitate snow removal. The following alternate parking schedule will be enforced during this time period: • NO PaRKING permitted on the South or East Side of the Roadways: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday • NO PaRKING permitted on the North or West Side of the Roadways: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays These restrictions allow City plows to clear the snow back to the boulevards on alternating days. Any vehicle parked contrary to the regulation or posted signage is subject to towing, vehicle impoundment and applicable fees. Please take precautions to ensure that this does not happen to you! For more information on the winter parking regulations please visit the City’s website at www.fernie.ca or contact Bylaw Services at 250.423.2244 or bylaw@fernie.ca.

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 Wednesday, November 12, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Seniors’ Center - 562 3rd Ave, Fernie BC Friday, November 14, 2014 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Rocky Mountain Village 55 Cokato Road, Fernie BC for admitted patients or facility residents only: Friday, November 14, 2014 9:00 am to 10:00 am Trinity Lodge, 1105 5th Avenue, Fernie BC 10:30 am to 11:00 am Elk Valley Hospital, 1501 5th Avenue, Fernie BC 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Tom Uphill Manor, 1301 4th Avenue, Fernie BC

Electors from City of Fernie may vote for Councillor by maIL if they: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity; OR • expect to be absent from the City of Fernie on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. REQUESTING a maIL baLLOT PaCKaGE: Before 4 pm on November 13, 2014 you must submit the following information to the Chief Election Officer’s office in Fernie by email (chiefelectionofficer@fernie.ca), mail (Fernie City Hall, Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0), telephone (250-423-6817 x.121), or fax (250-423-3034): 1. Full name, 2. Residential address, 3. Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for nonresident property electors), 4. Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: (a) pick up at City Hall in Fernie, OR (b) regular lettermail through Canada Post to residential address, OR (c) regular lettermail through Canada Post to an alternate address that you provide when requesting the ballot package,

Notice of Proposed Property Dispositions NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Fernie intends to dispose of an interest in land, being the entering into of leases for: 1.

A portion of the Fernie Memorial Arena (Lot 3, DL 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 2605), specifically Dressing Room comprising of 1,248.3 ft2, with the “The Fernie Ghostriders Junior hockey Club”, for a term of 2 yrs commencing on Nov. 1, 2014 at a lease rate of $1 per year. A portion of the Max Turyk Community Centre (Lot 1, DL 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 10777), specifically Rooms 111and 112, comprising of 1,487ft2, with the “Fernie Child Care Society”, for a term of 5 yrs, commencing on Nov. 1, 2014 at a lease rate of $14,870.00 per year.

To ensure you receive the correct registration application form in your package, you must indicate whether you are going to be registering as a resident or non-resident property elector.

Mail ballot packages will be sent out commencing on or about October 24, 2014. To be counted, the Chief Election Officer must receive your mail ballot no later than 8 pm on November 15, 2014. ELECTOR QUaLIFICaTIONS Resident Elector (a) is a Canadian citizen; (b) is, OR will be on November 15, 2014, age 18 or older; (c) has been a resident of British Columbia for the past 6 months; (d) has been a resident of the City of Fernie for the past 30 days; and (e) is not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. All RESIDENT ELECTORS will register on Voting Day at the Polling Station if they meet these qualifications and provide two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not required. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-Resident Property Elector (a) is not entitled to register as a resident elector of the City of Fernie (b) is a Canadian citizen; (c) is, OR will be on November 15, 2014, age 18 or older; (d) has been a resident of British Columbia for the past 6 months; (e) has been a registered owner of real property in the City of Fernie for the past 30 days; (f) has received the written consent of a majority of the registered owners of the property designating you as the one who may vote (only one person may vote on the property qualification no matter how many owners there may be). NON-RESIDENT PROPERTy ELECTORS will register on Voting Day at the Polling Station if they meet the qualifications set out, have two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature to prove identity), PROOF OF OWNERShIP OF ThE PROPERTy and the WRITTEN CONSENT OF a maJORITy OF ThE REGISTERED OWNERS OF ThE PROPERTY designating you as the one who may vote.

Election by Acclamation I, Kevin Allen Chief Election Officer for the Corporation of the City of Fernie, do hereby declare, pursuant to Section 76 of the Local Government Act, the following candidates elected by acclamation: Office of mayor Mary Giuliano, Fernie Office of School Trustee Frank Lento, Fernie, School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay), Trustee Electoral Area 1 Given under my hand at Fernie, British Columbia, this 20th day of October, 2014. Kevin Allen Chief Election Officer

2015 Grant Funding Requests The City of Fernie is now accepting applications for municipal grant funding for the 2015 budget year. Any community groups or organizations that are interested in requesting grant funding from the City for the upcoming year and can demonstrate financial need are encouraged to submit an application. Application forms and guidelines for obtaining grant funding are available for pick-up at City Hall at 501–3rd Avenue and can also be found on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca. Completed applications can be faxed, mailed, emailed or dropped off at City Hall on or before the deadline. The deadline for submission of completed application forms is Friday, November 14, 2014. For more information, please contact Terry Holt, Director of Financial and Computer Services at 250.423.2223 or by email at terry.holt@fernie.ca.

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Be Bear Smart!

It is that time of year again when bears are bulking up for hibernation and eating as much food as possible. Bears have a very keen sense of smell and garbage or other food sources can easily attract bears to your property. • Keep garbage in a secured shed or garage until pick up day. Never leave ﬁsh or meat remains outside or in your compost. Instead, put them in your freezer or a cold place until garbage day; • Cooking oil, grease, dairy products or fruit should never be left outside or put in your compost. • Try using lime to cut odour from your compost. • If you have fruit trees, pick the fruit as it ripens and clean up windfalls immediately. Remove any unwanted fruit trees. • A fed bear is a dead bear – by ensuring that there are no attractants in our community the bears do not become habituated to human food sources.

NOTICE OF ASSENT VOTING CEASE FLUORIDATION BYLAW (REFERENDUM) PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the District of Sparwood that voting will be held on the following question: “Are you in favor of Council adopting Bylaw 1145, “Cease Fluoridation Bylaw 1145, 2014” which authorizes removal of fluoride from the municipal water supply effective January 1, 2015?” DISTRICT OF SPARWOOD BYLAW 1145 A Bylaw to Cease Fluoridation of the Municipal Water Supply WHEREAS by referendum in 1966 consent of the electors to fluoridate the municipal water supply was obtained; AND WHEREAS Council has deemed it in the public interest to provide opportunity for the removal of fluoride from the municipal water supply; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the District of Sparwood, in open meeting assembled, enacts as follows; 1. Council shall cease to fluoridate the municipal water supply effective January 1, 2015. 2. This Bylaw may be cited as “Cease Fluoridation Bylaw 1145, 2014”. The full bylaw and background information may be inspected at the District of Sparwood Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, during regular office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday excluding Statutory Holidays. VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the District of Sparwood as follows: General Voting:

Advance Voting:

Saturday, November 15, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Henry Volkmann Memorial Complex (Leisure Centre) – Curling Rink Concourse, 367 Pine Avenue, Sparwood BC Wednesday, November 5, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Monday, November 10, 2014 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Friday, November 14, 2014 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Sparwood Seniors Citizen Drop In Centre, 101 4th Avenue, Sparwood BC

ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS Resident Elector (a) is a Canadian citizen; (b) is, OR will be on November 15, 2014, age 18 or older; (c) has been a resident of British Columbia for the past 6 months; (d) has been a resident of the District of Sparwood for the past 30 days; and (e) is not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. RESIDENT ELECTORS may register on Voting Day at the Polling Station, if they meet these qualifications and provide two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not required. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-Resident Property Elector (a) is not entitled to register as a resident elector of the District of Sparwood; (b) is a Canadian citizen; (c) is, OR will be on November 15, 2014, age 18 or older; (d) has been a resident of British Columbia for the past 6 months; (e) has been a registered owner of real property in the District of Sparwood for the past 30 days; (f) has received the written consent of a majority of the registered owners of the property designating you as the one who may vote (only one person may vote on the property qualification no matter how many owners there may be). NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS may register on Voting Day at the Polling Station, if they meet the qualifications set out, have two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature to prove identity), PROOF OF OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY and the WRITTEN CONSENT OF A MAJORITY OF THE REGISTERED OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY designating you as the one who may vote. Sarann Press Chief Election Officer

NOTICE OF DISPOSITION OF LAND

In accordance with Sections 26(3) and 94 of the Community Charter, Council of the District of Sparwood hereby gives notice of its intention to consider a resolution authorizing the sale of a 6.1 metre wide strip of land, abutting the west boundary, and legally identiﬁed as Lot 1, Plan EPP1123 and located along Ponderosa Drive adjacent to the tennis courts. Council will consider approval of a Purchase Agreement for the above mentioned land, at the sale price of $19,208.00, to Sage Pointe Developments, on generally the following terms and conditions: •

Consolidation of Lot 2, Plan EPP1123 and Lot 1, Plan EPP1123 upon closing.

A copy of the draft Purchase Agreement may be inspected at the District of Sparwood Municipal Ofﬁce, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC during regular business hours of Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm, excluding statutory holidays. Terry Melcer Chief Administrative Ofﬁcer

NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the District of Sparwood that an Election by Voting is necessary to elect one Mayor and six Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom the votes will be received are listed below: MAYOR Hungry Baytaluke Bev Bellina Cal McDougall Joanne Wilton

One person to be elected 259 Blue Spruce Crescent Sparwood, BC 461 Engelmann Spruce Drive Sparwood, BC 1329 Wildwood Sparwood, BC 427B Engelmann Spruce Drive Sparwood, BC

COUNCILLOR John Baher Brad Bowen Sharon Fraser Lois Halko Melanie Hutchinson Joe Jarina Jenna Jensen Margaret McKie Ron (Sonny) Saad Bobbie Saga Simon Senycz Rose Sharma Peter Templin

Six persons to be elected 8468 Baher Road North Sparwood, BC 414 Willow Place Sparwood, BC 460 Michel Creek Road Sparwood, BC 304 Pine Avenue Sparwood, BC 259 Blue Spruce Crescent Sparwood, BC 411 Engelmann Spruce Drive Sparwood, BC 5867 Hwy 43 Sparwood, BC 463 White Birch Crescent Sparwood, BC 305 Paciﬁc Yew Crescent Sparwood, BC 7555 Hwy 43 Sparwood, BC 25 Juniper Crescent Sparwood, BC 452 Engelmann Spruce Drive Sparwood, BC 1210 Hickory Crescent Sparwood, BC

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Dutch jazz singer brings personal lyrics By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

utch musician Norbert Kögging has put more of himself into his music than ever before. With his second full-length release Sketches of Ordinary Life, Kögging infuses the most personal lyrics he has ever written with his favoured jazz/pop musical stylings. Kögging spent a lot of time singing Sinatra tunes during his jazz music undergraduate studies, but he admits it just wasn’t enough. Heading into his masters program in vocal jazz, he began to write his own music and explore a more personal journey with the genre. “I wanted to add something,” explained Kögging. “It’s not that I felt something was necessarily missing, but I just wanted to find out what would happen if I wrote my own music. That’s when I thought it would be good to form a band.” What turned into his signature style is a combination of jazz, pop and classical music. “It’s not particularly pop music or jazz music,” said Kögging, “but it’s somewhere in between.” Despite coming from a very small village in the Netherlands, Kögging insists he has always had a deep connection to Canada, having completed a winter residency at the Banff Centre during his masters. “That’s really where everything started,” explained Kögging. “I was writing some new songs and I wanted to form a band to play those songs and a year later, I was ready to record an album.” Having made friends with a programmer at the Banff faculty, Kögging brought his band back and recorded his first album, Daydreaming, there in 2010. Since then, Kögging has returned to Canada every year. This year, it will be in support of his album Sketches, which

addresses a lot of aspects of Kögging’s life, including the birth of his daughter and his observations about the world, including his views on social media. “There’s a lot of talk about this ‘second life’ you can have on social media,” notes Kögging. “For me, I have a Facebook page, but I’m not trying to rebuild a new image for myself through that. Sometimes, I think that people use social media in different ways and I think we should try to stay real despite that, even if you can easily pretend to be someone else.” That’s one reason why Kögging views his lyrics as such an important part of his musical career. “Songwriting is a huge part of my identity now,” said Kögging. “If I don’t make it personal, the songs fall flat. They don’t go where I want them to go and during the process of writing this album, it helped me to make it more personal. I want the music to be really good because this is my life we’re talking about. So it pushed me to make a better album.” Kögging insists though, that just because the album discusses his personal life, the subject matter isn’t necessarily heavy or depressing. “I’m not trying to find something with my lyrics, I’m just trying to write about myself. There are some light subject matters on there, so it’s not all heavy stuff,” he said. One of the most rewarding experiences during the album, according to Kögging, was being able to work with famed American saxophone player Michael Moore. “He would play something and I would have goosebumps all over and then he would stop playing and then look at me and ask, ‘Was that … okay?’ in a questioning tone. And it’s so crazy because we were all looking at each other like, ‘Wow. He can seriously play’.” Kögging will be bringing his personal lyrics and jazzy tunes to The Arts Station on Sunday, October 26.

Morgan Davis laughs the blues away

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organ Davis played to a crowd of two dozen at The Arts Station on October 16, filling the room with bluesy licks and humourous jokes while performing

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Having been on the road for the better part of four decades, Davis has built up a repertoire filled with old favourites as well as his contemporary twists on blues that are often filled with tongue-in-cheek wit. “A lot of people take themselves so seriously,” noted Davis. “To me, laughter breaks down the walls. So if you can make them laugh, they’re a lot more likely to be open to your music.” At one point on stage, Davis pulled out a CD, cassette tape and eight-track cartridge in succession, insisting each would make “an excellent stocking stuffer for any Fernie resident” and would be available at the gift shop following his set. One song in particular, which fell on the empathetic ears of the mostly 40-and-above audience in attendance, was about Davis’ irreverence for smartphones and society’s inability to look up from them for one second. “Wha’ do dat do-dad do?” crooned Davis, thumbing the top string of his electric while a ripple of amusement went through the crowd. Davis’ illustrious career has taken him all over the country and even earned him a Juno for Blues Album of the Year, but it’s playing to what he described as “small, but fierce crowds” like the one at The Arts Station that make it all worthwhile. “This is probably my fifth or sixth time playing Fernie,” explained Davis, “and we’re playing a lot of smaller towns on this tour which I love to do. When you see the passion of these people, blues fans are generally pretty devoted, so it’s great to see,” said Davis.

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Regional District of East Kootenay NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING ELECTOraL arEa B

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of Electoral Area B of the Regional District of East Kootenay that an election by voting is necessary to elect one Director, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

ELECTORAL AREA B DIRECTOR – ONE (1) TO BE ELECTED Surname DILTS DOEHLE

Usual Names Morgan Stan

Residential Address or Jurisdiction 9695 Cougar Tree Road, Koocanusa West, BC 561 Chief David Road, Baynes Lake, BC

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS ADVANCE VOTING will be open to qualified Electoral Area B electors on: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2014 -andTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Elko Community Hall, 5445 Bate Ave., Elko, BC Jaffray Community Hall, 7375 Jaffray Village Loop Rd., Jaffray, BC GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified Electoral Area B electors on: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm at the following locations: Baynes Lake Community Hall Elko Community Hall Grasmere Pioneer Hall Jaffray Community Hall

468 Jaffray-Baynes Lake Rd., Baynes Lake, BC 5445 Bate Ave., Elko, BC Old Grasmere School Rd., Grasmere, BC 7375 Jaffray Village Loop Rd., Jaffray, BC

ELECTOR REGISTRATION If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; • Canadian citizen; • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; • resident of OR registered owner of real property (land) in Electoral Area B for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election and not otherwise disqualified by law. To register, resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. To register, non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from a majority of the property owners.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING Electoral Area B electors may vote by mail if they: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity, OR • expect to be absent from the RDEK on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE: Before 4 pm on November 13, 2014 you must submit the following information to the RDEK office in Cranbrook by mail (19-24th Ave. S., Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8), telephone (250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335), fax (250-489-3498) or email (elections@rdek.bc.ca): 1. Full name, 2. Residential address, 3. Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for non-resident property electors), 4. Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: (a) pick up at the RDEK office in Cranbrook, OR (b) regular lettermail through Canada Post to residential address, OR (c) regular lettermail through Canada Post to an alternate address that you provide when requesting the mail ballot package, 5. If you are not on the list of electors, to ensure you receive the correct registration application form in your package, you must indicate whether you are going to be registering as a resident or non-resident property elector. The RDEK will send out mail ballot packages commencing on or about October 20, 2014. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer or her designate no later than 8 pm on November 15, 2014. Specific voting places will be designated for drop-off of mail ballots on November 15th. Drop-off locations are listed in instructions accompanying mail ballot packages. More detailed information about mail ballot voting is available in the elections section of the RDEK website. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on these matters, please contact Lee-Ann Crane, Chief Election Officer, or Shannon Moskal, Deputy Chief Election Officer, at 250-489-2791, toll-free at 1-888-478-7335, or elections@rdek.bc.ca.

NOTICE OF aSSENT VOTING

ELkO FIrE PrOTECTION SErVICE PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors within the proposed Elko Fire Protection Service Area in Electoral Area B of the Regional District of East Kootenay that a vote will be held on the following question: “Are you in favour of the Regional District of East Kootenay adopting Bylaw No. 2533 and Bylaw No. 2534 to: • establish the “Elko Fire Protection Service” within a portion of Electoral Area B for the purpose of providing fire protection to the Elko area; • borrow up to $710, 000 over an amortization period not exceeding 25 years for the purpose of constructing a fire hall and purchasing a pumper and equipment for the proposed Elko Fire Protection Service; and • annually requisition a maximum of $4.70 per $1,000 of taxable assessed value to pay for the service?”

VOTING LOCATIONS ADVANCE VOTING:

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2014 - and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Elko Community Hall - 5445 Bate Avenue, Elko, BC

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Elko Community Hall - 5445 Bate Avenue, Elko, BC

ELECTOR REGISTRATION If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day; • Canadian citizen; • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; • resident of OR registered owner of real property (land) in the proposed Elko Fire Protection Service Area for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in the assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law. To register, resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. To register, non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from a majority of property owners.

MAIL BALLOT VOTING Electors may vote by mail if they: • have a physical disability, illness or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity, OR • expect to be absent from the RDEK on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities. REQUESTING A MAIL BALLOT PACKAGE: Before 4pm on November 13, 2014 you must submit the following information to the RDEK office in Cranbrook by mail (19-24th Ave. S., Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8), telephone (250-489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335), fax (250-489-3498) or email (elections@rdek.bc.ca): 1. Full name, 2. Residential address, 3. Address of the property in relation to which you are voting (for non-resident property electors), 4. Method of delivery of your mail ballot package: (a) pick up at the RDEK office in Cranbrook, OR (b) regular lettermail through Canada Post to residential address, OR (c) regular lettermail through Canada Post to an alternate address that you provide when requesting the mail ballot package, 5. If you are not on the list of electors, to ensure you receive the correct registration application form in your package, you must indicate whether you are going to be registering as a resident or non-resident property elector. The RDEK will send out mail ballot packages commencing on or about October 20, 2014. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer or her designate no later than 8pm on November 15, 2014. The mail ballot may also be dropped off at the Elko Community Hall on November 15, 2014 (8am – 8pm) only. More detailed information about mail ballot voting is available in the elections section of the RDEK website.

SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED BYLAWS BYLAW NO. 2533 – “Regional District of East Kootenay – Elko Fire Protection Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2533, 2014” – This Bylaw will establish a fire protection service in the Elko area as defined on the map which forms part of the Bylaw. The maximum amount that may be requisitioned annually for the service shall be $4.70 per $1,000 of taxable assessed value. BYLAW NO. 2534 – “Regional District of East Kootenay – Elko Fire Protection Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2534, 2014” – This Bylaw will authorize borrowing a sum not exceeding $710,000 over an amortization period not exceeding 25 years for the purpose of constructing a fire hall and purchasing a pumper and equipment for the Elko Fire Protection Service. TAKE NOTICE that the above is a synopsis of the proposed Bylaws and that this synopsis is not intended to be and is not to be understood as an interpretation of the Bylaws. Full copies of the Bylaws and the service area map may be inspected at the Regional District of East Kootenay office, 19 – 24th Avenue South, Cranbrook BC, during regular office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays, and on the RDEK website at www.rdek.bc.ca. rEGIONaL DISTrICT OF EaST kOOTENaY

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Book launch takes authors by storm By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

ast Thursday, Helen McAllister and Jennifer Heath dug into a crowd of over 200 people at the Fernie Heritage Library, as they hosted their official down to earth: cold-climate gardens and their keepers book launch. “We were overwhelmed by the response,” Heath said. “People were so supportive.” McAllister added, “It was rather overwhelming, but in a very, very positive way.” Not only did the book launch crowd thrill McAllister, but she also said she has been overwhelmed by the response they’ve gotten since the launch, as many in attendance have commented on how inspired they were on the gardening tips. “That’s what Jenn and I hoped would happen,” McAllister noted. “Already, only a few days later, to be getting such an overwhelmingly positive response, it’s amazing.” The book took the pair around five years to complete. The ladies spent years researching cold-climate gardening, speaking to gardeners from Elkford to Jaffray, exhibiting their findings at the Arts Station, compiling their findings into a book, and experiencing all life’s joys in between, which included McAllister giving birth to a daughter and Heath going back to university and completing her Bachelors in Education. Despite getting sidetracked along

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You finally complete a long-term task. It is important to get a little rest before starting anything else; if you don’t bother to do that, your health is sure to remind you.

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Sparwood Secondary School raised money with Terry Fox run

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Classic American cars, while full of style and presence, weren’t known for their ability to stretch miles out of a gallon of fuel. These are five exceptions to the rule, all capable of at least 20 miles per gallon, which was good back in the day. 1976 Plymouth “Feather” Duster: The Feather Duster was an interesting and little-known response to the 1970s fuel crisis. Unlike today’s diesel and hybrid Rob Sass options, it carried just a small premium over the normal Duster, a $50 “economy” option that substituted aluminum for steel in several areas that brought the weight down to about 2,700 lbs. The Feather Duster was capable of up to 36 mpg. Average price for a gallon of gas in 1976: $0.57. 1950 Crosley Hotshot: The tiny Crosley Hotshot was America’s

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Q&A with the the Candidates • What do you think is the biggest challenge for the next Area B Director? The next director for Area B will have several very big challenges over the next four years. Many of these are connected to each other. That being said, the single largest challenge will be to ensure that the voices of the constituents are heard. To provide a voice in a time of growth, change and increased recreational and developmental opportunity. They must ensure that the needs of their constituents are met in equality with all other regions and centers. Simply put, the director must be the voice of their constituents. That is what I see will be the biggest challenge for the next Area B Director.

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MORGAN DILTS

The biggest challenge going forward is “ENFORCEMENT” By this I mean – Provincial Enforcement of Crown Lands. Example: More Conservation Officers in the area. Last May long weekend we had several large bush parties in this area. There was major garbage left behind, large camp fires, no outhouses used, a major sanitary issue as well a large number of trees were cut down or damaged. In other words a TOTAL MESS. Also Regional District Enforcement of the Baynes Lake and Koocanusa Official Community Plans. Example: Monitoring of RV Units in regards to numbers of RV’s permitted on acreages and RV Parks as well as sewage disposal and weekend parties. With enforcement my hope is that this would make our area a more enjoyable place for residents and visitors alike.

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• What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the next Sparwood mayor and council? I think Sparwood will have to be fiscally conservative for the next five to 10 years now to build up reserve funds again until the major initiatives that are supposed to start are completed and paying full taxation after the tax revitalization initiative has ended on that new construction which has life of five to 10 years depending on size of project cost.

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CAL MCDOUGALL Mayoral Candidate

Making Sparwood an easier place to do business, and encouraging families to remain here and to relocate here is a big challenge. Keeping our seniors in Sparwood will also be a challenge. I would like to see the business community grow, and work with those businesses that have indicated their desire to locate to Sparwood. I want to maintain the great level of service we all enjoy, and start to rebuild the reserve funds, while maintaining our very competitive tax rates. This will also be a challenge. With your support, I want to lead council forward to tackle these challenges.

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JOHN BAHER

I think the biggest challenge facing the next Sparwood mayor and council will be establishing a four year strategic plan to address the needs of the entire community. The new mayor and councillors need to get up to speed on current projects in the community, and outstanding projects that need to be completed. The budget needs to be studied and understood fully by all of council - our assets and expenditures. We need to be cognizant of the costs of ongoing projects and projected projects, without losing focus on maintaining services we value in our community. Establishing a respectful mayor/ council 'working team' relationship is vital as we collectively make the best decisions by consensus for Sparwood citizens.

BRAD BOWEN

SHARON FRASER

I think the most important issue facing the new mayor and council will be the infrastructure that we are required to put in place, it consists of an underpass, servicing two commercial lots and also some paving and repaving. The other part of the infrastructure that is a problem is a part of Sparwood Proper. We have dealt with a multitude of leaks in the area and will one day soon be faced with replacing the water and sewer.

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The biggest challenge facing mayor and council of Sparwood in the next four years will be getting the various projects that have been started completed, and keeping the confidence of the public through the process. People are upset about the land being torn up and seeing no visible sign of construction. The developers have run into various problems and have had to take measures to accommodate but the projects will be moving ahead – it just feels like it is taking forever. These projects will change the landscape of our community but economically it will be worth it.

I believe the greatest challenge will be to progress with the workings of the current council while preparing Sparwood forward for the next generation. The next council needs to be aware of the desires of the youth in our community. I would like to see us working with the high school student union to be aware of any issues that the youth in our community may have or what they would like to see regarding the future of Sparwood. Also, the next council needs to be sure that the projects that are underway in Sparwood move towards completion, while preparing our great community for the future.

I believe the biggest challenge facing the Sparwood mayor and council will be to balance the need for more affordable housing and rental accommodations with the land currently available for development.

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LOIS HALKO

A strong local economy has been identified by council in their Strategic Planning for the past three years. During that time, staff and council have worked tirelessly towards that goal. Momentum for economic development has been built. The district is undertaking construction of a new intersection at Highway 3 and 43. Servicing for new lots has begun and the intersection work will take place next year. Construction of a Joy Global facility will begin next year as well as a Hotel. Mall improvements are currently underway. The challenge facing the next mayor and council is to keep this momentum going.

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JENNA JENSEN

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Challenges facing the next Sparwood mayor and council are multi-faceted. The issues range from economic, environmental, fiscal responsibility and transparency, and good governance. I think the biggest challenge is to make sure there is a balance between all of the above so that one issue does not overshadow the other and the community as a whole benefits. Mayor and council have an obligation and responsibility to facilitate and support community involvement and growth. This must be done in a fair and unbiased manner to ensure one aspect of the community is not given precedence at the expense of another.

I think the biggest challenge facing the next Sparwood mayor and council is to ensure that everything possible is done to complete the expansion of the seniors housing at Lilac Terrace, and to also look at ways and means of helping to ensure Sparwood seniors have access to extended care in Sparwood, or the Elk Valley. With money allocated in the Sparwood Capital Equipment and Land Reserve Budget, for Lilac Terrace, the council must keep this project moving from first spade in ground to completion.

Raising awareness, participation and engagement through the community itself, and its future leaders, young adults are a key challenge I see facing mayor and council this term. I strongly believe that input, ideas and opinions that come from a connected community are invaluable and will ensure that those elected are making the best, most informed decisions. I hope to be able to be a link in helping to achieve this and seek out ways through social media and several other avenues that we can make sure residents feel their voices are heard and are educated in all of the goals and issues mayor and council will be facing in the future.

I think environment issues will be a challenge for the next council. Selenium is a hot topic and the next council will have to be diligent in setting up meetings with Teck to ensure water quality in our rivers and drinking water is not being compromised. With the expansion of Baldy Ridge our residents will be concerned about dust control. Over the years I think due somewhat to climate change I can definitely see the change in wind patterns which accounts for a lot of the dust which can influence our air quality.

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I believe that sustainability and the completion of the ongoing projects are of the utmost importance to the mayor and council.

To single out one challenge is a futile exercise. Sparwood has many issues of importance that will challenge its newly elected officials. There is, for example, the issue of what some are dryly dubbing “the tunnel to nowhere.” Plus there are systemic challenges, such as affordable housing for an invisible minority, or visibility of arts and heritage, or the lack of a robust retail sector, or a golf course that has not been built. All are important and need council’s attention. Having said that, there is something positive that should be on everyone’s radar; Sparwood’s up-coming 50th anniversary.

The biggest challenge is the youth of Sparwood. Redirecting our financial resources towards the young children in areas of importance. Sparwood has a high volume of new young families that require attention. Our young people are the future of the community.

I believe that Sparwood faces the challenge of engaging our young and new residents to participate in local issues and community building. We need to create an all inclusive community. Our young don’t participate or get involved in the community or local municipal politics. This is very evident by voter turn out. Mine workers who buy a house or rent for the purpose of earning a wage by working for the mines. Their interests lie outside the community. We need good facilities for seniors as well as for young families. We have to first show interest in our own community and then in the neighboring towns.

I feel there are not one but many issues that are challenges. Costs must be kept low but high community standards in development and existing facilities must be maintained. Maintaining our high quality infrastructure is vital. Continuing with cost saving programs like water conservation delay the expense of building a new water treatment plant. Completion of the Highway 3/43 intersection and the Lilac Terrace Extension are important. I'm committed to work with Mayor and council on all challenges .

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Q&A with the the Candidates • What are the best steps for the next mayor and council to take regarding the current issues with Fernie’s unmarked grave sites?

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DAN MCSKIMMING

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Thanks to John Gawryluk, Corlyn Haarstad and the Fernie Heritage Cemetery Society for all their hard work. Council has resolved to deal with results from GPR survey, once the results are in. This will mean the boundaries of the Stork Cemetery will be defined, fenced and signed as befits a heritage cemetery site. The Cemetery Committee has agreed to the placement of a monument dedicated to, and naming, former members of our community with no markers. The areas outside of the Monroe Cemetery are not on COF property and should be dealt with by the developer of Silver Ridge.

My feelings, and thoughts go out to all those affected by this. Had this happened to me, I would be outraged! I think the key question is: What has already been done? The burial sites that can be preserved - will be. And, with the results still forthcoming on the ground penetrating radar exercise, the next step will be to erect a public memorial. Further, as more individuals are identified, their names too will be added to the memorial. The next step for this new team (in my opinion) is to listen with patience, and understanding to the already formed Cemetery Committee, Lost Souls Project, and the voice that falls outside these groups. If there's more to be done, and it's within reason, I'm confident they'll find a solution.

Currently the Cemetery Committee is in the process of formalizing a plan for a monument that will be placed by the Monroe Cemetery, visible from the road as one approaches the cemetery. My understanding is that design will allow space for the names of the people that have been identified and may be identified in the future as having been interned there but whose whereabouts are uncertain.In the surrounding area of the Monroe Cemetery and the Stork Cemetery, the city has recently had ground penetrating radar done, the results of which will be available shortly. With that information mayor and council will have to determine a course of action to protect the areas identified and memorialize those that are there. What that looks like going forward is difficult to say until the information is complete.

ANGE BUTTERFIELD QUALIZZA Councillor Candidate

The City of Fernie has made significant steps towards a solution to our unmarked gravesites issue by striking the Fernie Cemetery Committee and working closely with Mr. Gawryluk. The new council and mayor should continue to support the efforts to commemorate Fernie’s lost souls and continue to support the search for missing names to add to the monument. Going forward mayor and council should be aware that the heritage of Fernie is well known through our citizens. Additionally, council must require studies that evaluate historical significance of building sites prior to approving development be conducted to a satisfactory level, blending local knowledge where appropriate.

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JOE WARSHAWSKY

The best steps are already being taken by mayor and council in this regard. A Cemetery Committee has been formed and interested parties are on this committee seeking the appropriate path. The idea of a monument remembering and honouring those whose graves cannot be found or identified is under discussion as to what form and placement it might take. Mayor and council take the concerns of those who have brought this forward very seriously and are working toward the right solution for all. I expect that the next council would continue with this course of action as the “best steps.”

What happened in the past is inexcusable. If elected I will make sure that it never happens again. It is important that we as a community moves forward in the recognition of all those with unmarked graves. The city should review and amend existing planning documents to include mapping and policy statements for areas of historical importance, particularly on public land. We must ensure that all interest groups, committees and residents in the vicinity are included in the discussion on the type of dedications and memorials erected to recognize, respect and honour the unmarked graves.

I recognize that it was not my fault or anybody's else fault what happened in the past! The individuals involved only need to inform what they believed has happened, this should be supported by records or mapping. Many questions will always remain unanswered. We presently have a committee with members and a mandate. No budget for a monument, design unknown and location not confirmed. A new mandate needs to be established. A design committee of what the monument will contain and look like. Collection of all records presently held by all parties. Historical and present mapping need to be followed up. Known sites need to be recognized, protected and preserved.

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If I am re-elected I will continue to upgrade all of the District buildings with automated doors, which make the facilities senior/handicap friendly We now allow seniors to use the new community center for walking during bad weather conditions free of charge. I will continue our discussions with various groups to move forward with a senior's affordable housing project. This however is a very long drawn out process which involves bringing funding partners together. We have also been told by this group of funders that a volunteer group should form a non-profit society to manage the project because they would be more receptive to the society than the District of Elkford for funding. We would welcome any people who would like to form a society and lead the project. The district would be interested in assisting said group to get started. The district could make land available which is a giant hurdle. My door will always be open for discussion on seniors needs.

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ollowing an investigation and a one week suspension, the permit for Elkford's deer cull has been reinstated. While a date has not yet been set, the District of Elkford is free to resume culling deer anytime up until March 10. “[The District] has received a warning and will now be under a much more watchful eye around observing the permit conditions,” said John Krebs, regional manager, Recreational Fisheries and Wildlife Programs, Kootenay Boundary Region of Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. “We did reinstate the permit on Thursday afternoon (January 16) last week and Elkford is now remobilizing things to get their people and their equipment organized to reinitiate the operational part of the cull.” The District of Elkford initially began the cull at the start of January to decrease the population of 78-148 mule deer currently living within town limits. A license was issued by the B.C. Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources and Operations, allowing the District to kill up to 50 mule deer with the use of a clover trap and bolt gun. The 14 page permit issued outlined several guidelines and regulations, including that deer only be harvested during the night. “We suspended the permit on January 7 due to some complaints and concerns that we had with trapping outside of permit conditions, specifically trapping during daylight hours, which is not consistent with the permit,” explained Krebs. “We did an investigation with the Conservation Officer Service once we suspended the permit with the parties and followed up with that in Elkford.” He went on to say, “We sat down with the District and the contractor and the Conservation Officers over the whole situation and what the complaints and concerns were. We've made it very clear that we expect that the operation meets the terms of the permit.”

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Q&A with the the Candidates • If elected what steps will you take to ensure more amenities for seniors in Elkford?

DENISE BERTRAND

STEVE FAIRBAIRN

MANDY MCGREGOR

CRAIG ROBINSON Councillor Candidate

Councillor Candidate

We have a beautiful community here in Elkford and I believe it is solely because of our seniors. Without them, we would not have the town we do today. I would like to see senior housing, both independent and assisted living, made available and in prime location with all amenities close by. I would also like to see a senior’s health center as well. We as a collective community need to keep our seniors here at home, not shuffled off to other districts where they are uncomfortable because of feeling uprooted and left alone.

The short, direct and honest answer to your question is that as one of seven elected officials in Elkford, I cannot ensure anything except my intentions to work hard to ensure the future health and livability of Elkford for all citizens, including seniors. To create more amenities for seniors, we will need to continue to work together to improve Elkford for all of its citizens. We will work together to improve housing options, medical services, retail services, transportation options and recreational services for everyone in town.

As an elected official, it is my job to consider what is best for the whole community before I make any decisions. I must base my decision on what is best for all the citizens of our community, collectively, not just one “group” at a time. As a councillor, representing the voice of ALL the people of Elkford, I can not ENSURE more amenities for any particular demographic as I am only one vote. However, what I can and will do is ensure that my voice (YOUR voice) is heard.

I think the first step would be to have interested senior's prioritize what amenities were important to them. I would then do my best to work with the different levels of government to see if we could make some of these goals materialize. I will continue to work with council and again the necessary levels of government to keep our Diagnostic Center open to serve our community.

No one elected official can ENSURE any one program or policy and I won't make a promise I can't keep. However, having been born in 1950, senior's issues are important to me. The District provides a meeting room and space for walking during inclement weather. The Leisure Department offers several programs and classes for seniors. Some of the district grants go to groups that are predominately senior. I welcome ideas for what people would like and I'll fight to get the budgeting for it. Surveys have indicated the main concerns are health services and housing. What additional amenities are requested?

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KRIS WILDE

Councillor Candidate

As the population of Elkford is aging our programs and spaces have tried to adapt, however more needs to be done. We currently have a fantastic walking program for individuals to walk inside the Teck Hall, which helps seniors to be more active during our cold winters. We also offer a coffee club on Wednesdays. This club would be a great opportunity to offer educational programs to the individuals attending. Maybe offering cooking class, an art class or a presentation from local groups on topics that effect seniors.

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KEN WILDEMAN

I will continue to try and drum up citizen interest in seniors housing in Elkford. During my term as councillor we had a needs and demand survey done which showed considerable interest in having senior housing in Elkford. On this basis we invited a team from CMHC to come and host an organizational town meeting in Elkford. The citizens at that time did not show a lot of interest so it has been on a back burner.

JOE ZAROWNY

Councillor Candidate

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MOOSMANN: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother in law, grandmother and great grandmother, Else Gurina Moosman. Else entered into eternal rest on September 20, 2014 at the age of 91 years. Else was predeceased by her parents, husband Anton and daughter Elsa Maria Caravetta. Left to mourn her passing are her son in law, Sam Caravetta, grandchildren; Mark Caravetta, Gerard Caravetta, Paul Caravetta (Anissa Haarstad) and great granddaughters; Payton, Jordyn and Dreyana Caravetta, her sister Erne Levy in Toulouse, France and her brother Hans Ersland in Spain, as well as many nieces and nephews. Else loved to be at home surrounded by her loving family, especially the great granddaughters and loved to bake and cook for them. She was a quiet and reserved lady who kept to herself but was a very kind and loving woman who enjoyed a quiet but fulfilled life here in Fernie. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd. Messages of condolence can be left for the family at www. cherishedmemoriesfs.com.

SPREADBURY, SHIRLEY EVELYN: JUNE 17, 1935 – OCTOBER 14, 2014 Shirley Spreadbury, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away at the Elk Valley Hospital in Fernie, BC on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the age of 79 after a short but brutal battle with metastatic bone cancer. Shirley is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 57 years, Robert (Bob) Spreadbury, her sons Brian (Patti) Spreadbury and Ken (Nancy) Spreadbury, two grandsons, Kyle and Tyler, and her sister Carole Brawn. Shirley was predeceased by her loving parents Evelyn and Oliver Stevens. Shirley was born in Calgary, and after a short childhood stint in Didsbury, lived in Calgary prior to moving to Elkford, BC in 1971. She graduated as a Registered Nurse from Calgary’s General Hospital. Shirley was actively involved in the community and gave countless volunteer hours to the local golf club and other organizations. She was an accomplished gardener and lover of nature. The Memorial Service was held at the Elkford Community Conference Center on Tuesday, October 21st. The family would sincerely like to thank Dr. Shelley Forrest and the wonderful staff at the Elk Valley Hospital for the high quality of care and compassion that Shirley received during her stay there. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd. Memories and condolences shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com

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SIMPKIN: Donald James Simpkin, our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2014 at the Elk Valley Hospital at the age of 61. Don was born in Vancouver, BC, on July 9, 1953. He was predeceased by his brother Victor Gladstone, and his mother, Myra Patricia Gladstone. Don grew up in Surrey, BC, moving to the Elk Valley in 1975. In 1984 he met Colette Desautels, his best friend and the woman who would become his wife in 1988. Together Don and Colette raised their family, supporting each other through the celebrations and challenges life gave them. Don worked at Fording River for 39 years as an equipment operator and welder, retiring in 2014 as a crane operator. While living in the Elk Valley, Don enjoyed life to the fullest. He loved boating, riding his street bike, watching Nascar, and sharing great times with family and friends, visiting around the fire pit in his back yard. Don is survived by his loving wife, Colette Simpkin (nee Desautels); 4 children: Jeremy, Tonya, Aaron and Devin; his granddaughter Breanna; and Don Gladstone as well as many extended family members and wonderful friends. The memorial service was held on October 21, 2014 at the Community Conference Center in Elkford, BC with Pastor Kay Bottolfson, officiating. Memories and condolences shared at www. cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

WILLIAMS: KIM MARIE (GAUTHIER) It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the sudden death of Kim Marie Williams who died in Maple Ridge, BC on September 24, 2014 at the age of 45. The youngest of four children and the only daughter for Henri and Jane, Kim was born in the Michel Hospital on May 16, 1969. Alongside many other families, the Gauthier’s relocated to Sparwood in the early 70’s where Kim would attend both elementary and secondary school. Feisty, mischievous, fun-loving and outgoing, Kim was a rough and tumble girl who was loved by everyone. She was a great prankster with a laugh that was contagious. Kim also enjoyed sports; track and field, soccer, gymnastics and even horses, despite the fact she was allergic to them! Kim truly embraced life and those around her. Following her graduation in 1988, Kim left the Elk Valley and moved to Vancouver, working various jobs, eventually settling in Maple Ridge where she remained until her passing. In Maple Ridge, she will be missed most for her kind, generous and forgiving heart. She helped many people through their struggles even though she was battling with her own. She spent many years taking care of other people’s children, and a short time taking care of her boyfriend’s terminally ill father. Kim was a fun, kind, silly, loving and wild-spirted mother. She loved cuddling with her children, and just holding hands. She was very creative and constantly making things for around the house. One year she spent over 12 hours on a poster she designed for Austin. She tried her best, and wanted to be a friend to her children as well as a mother. She was always putting her children before herself. She was the loudest mother on the bleachers at Hailea’s volleyball games. She was never afraid to show enthusiasm, belief, and praise for her children. Nor was she ever afraid to tell her children how much she loved them and what she thought they could accomplish. Kim’s memory will remain alive within the hearts of those she loved most. Your struggles are over now; rest in peace, Kim. Kim is survived by her children Keri, Hailea, and Austin; parents Henri and Jane Gauthier; 3 brothers: Tony, Mark (Michelle), and Lee (Tara), 9 nieces and nephews: Roseanna, Hayden, Carmen, Dexter, Teigan, Addison, Shelby, Christian and Justice as well as many extended family members. She was predeceased by her fraternal grandparents Albert and Jeann Gauthier, and her maternal grandparents Clifford and Mamie Hrdlicka. Should friends so desire, donations may be made to the Women’s Addiction Foundation, Oak Unit E500b, Vancouver BC, V5K 1A1. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ld. Memories and condolences shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com

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Local makeup artist takes Fernie Halloween by storm By Katelyn Dingman

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akeup artist Jennifer Harrison is gearing up for a creative Halloween this year, as she prepares her makeup to transform regular civilians into zombies and famous movie characters. “It’s really neat to totally transform someone and see them encompass that character that you’re making them into,” Harrison said. Harrison sparked an interest in special effects while she was enrolled in the Blanc Mcdonald Centre — Canada’s premium leader for professional training in makeup artistry, fashion design, fashion merchandising, hairstyling, esthetics/ spa therapy and nail technology. Harrison was enrolled in the makeup artistry program in Vancouver when she became interested in costume makeup. “I knew at the start of the program that I was probably going to be more interested in the special effects and

prosthetic side,” she noted. “Why not do stuff that you don’t see in everyday life.” While enrolled in college, Harrison would spend between three and five hours completing makeup designs, including a dragon inspired look, for exams. Now the makeup artist has a studio in her home where she plans to create Halloween designs like Poison Ivy. Harrison said she aspires to be as talented as makeup artist Greg Nicotero, the makeup creator behind the AMC television series, The Walking Dead. “If I can be half as good as him, that would be amazing,” she said also giving credit to the makeup artists in such films as Benjamin Button and An American Werewolf in London In order to further her training in makeup artistry, which would include learning more about prosthetics and makeup buildup on characters faces, Harrison plans to attend Cinema Makeup School in Los Angeles. “This is what I really like to do,” Harrison said. To get in contact with Jennifer Harrison, you can reach her at (250) 423-8779 or makeup@gmail.com. You can also find her on Facebook at facebook.com/ JenniferHarrisonMakeupArtistry

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October 30- Haunted house at the Fernie Aquatic Centre (250 Pine Ave). It is open 6 to 8 pm, regular admission applies. For more information, call 250-423-4466.

October 31- Halloween Howler, from 3:30 – 5:00 pm. Tricks and Treats for the whole family at the Fernie Library (492 3rd Ave). October 31- Halloween Party at 7:00 pm, with live music. At Infinitea in Fernie, 501 1st Ave.

October 31- The Royal (501 1st Ave) The Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Bash, from 9:00 pm – 1:00 am. The best costume wins a $500 bar tab!

October 31- Halloween Party with music by The Neighbourhood at The Northern Bar & Stage (561 2nd Ave). Prizes for the best costume. October 31- Party All The Time Machines and Jenn Frost at The Pub

Bar & Grill (742 Hwy 3), Halloween Freak Night. Best costume wins a Fernie Alpine Resort ski pass.

October 31- $10.50 fish and chips and late night $9 donairs. Dj Jim Paul will be taking requests from 9 pm until closing at The Fernie Hotel (691 1st Ave). Best costume wins a trip to Vegas.

October 31- The Central (301 2nd Ave) Halloween with the Fernie Yacht Club. Free cover all night long, from 9pm til closing. The best costume wins a free season pass to Fernie Alpine Resort.

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October 30- Join the Sparwood Library (110 Pine Ave) for their special Halloween story time from 1:30 – 2:30pm.

October 31- Haunted house in memory of Burt Jaegli in Sparwood at 300 Michel Creek Road, 6 - 10 pm. Donations for The Brain Injury Association will be accepted.

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Keep your little monsters safe and sound

hosts, witches, and superheroes of all kinds are getting ready to invade the streets in your neighbourhood. For a safe, enjoyable Halloween celebration that is filled with laughter and fun, here are a few magical tips to follow.

We Scare Hunger

More than 870 million people all around the world go hungry every day and some are in our own local community. This Halloween many of our Fernie Secondary students will participate in a food drive to trick or treat for non-perishable food items instead of just candy. On Halloween, please get out some cans or boxes of food of your choice and be ready to help donate to our local food bank. There will also be donation boxes at locations around town. Hunger is a problem no one should have, so let’s help out, one community at a time.

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Choose costumes that aren’t too long and that are made of pale coloured, fire-retardant fabrics with reflecting bands. Don’t forget to put reflecting ribbons on bicycles, skate boards, and accessories such as brooms and swords. Makeup is safer than a mask. Keep a flashlight handy when walking the streets. Ensure that your children know where the Neighbourhood Watch

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Safety is at our core Teck is committed to everyone going home safe and healthy every day. Be seen on Halloween – wear a brightly-coloured costume and carry a flashlight or glow stick when trick or treating. Leave extra driving time for your winter journey, so you can reduce your speed in poor road and weather conditions. www.teck.com

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houses are in your area and plan their route with them if you won’t be accompanying them. Tell them it isn’t a race, that they should walk on the sidewalks and not on the road, and that they should only cross the street at intersections and crosswalks. Ensure that they only visit houses where the porch light is on and that they accept their treats from outside the door. Remind them not to step into strangers’ houses or get into cars. Make sure they understand that you will be checking all the treats they collect before they can eat any and that you will be throwing away any with opened wrappers.

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