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STARS airlifts non-critical patient from Sparwood Secondary School field By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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Photo by S. Kucharski

non-critical Sparwood Health Centre patient was airlifted from Sparwood Secondary School and Frank J Mitchell Elementary School’s shared field last Friday afternoon. Sparwood Fire Chief Jim Jones said that at approximately 1:05 p.m.,

the Sparwood Fire Department received a call from STARS Air Ambulance that a helicopter would be arriving in less than five minutes. STARS Air Ambulance spokesperson Mike Haska said that typically patients are airlifted from another location in Sparwood, but the STARS medical personnel involved in the airlift determined

that the field would be the best location in this instance. The Sparwood Fire Department responded to the call, landing the helicopter on the field. A nurse and doctor from the helicopter were then transported by ambulance to the Sparwood Health Centre to stabilize the patient for airlift.

“At the time, the patient was not critical,” Jones said. “They just needed to do certain procedures to prepare him for the air.” Jones added that the patient was awake, conscious and talking. Once the individual was stabilized, he was put into an ambulance, loaded onto the helicopter and taken to Calgary.

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Youth hit slopes for Kinky Rail Jam By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Skyler Hatt (left) and Jordan Webber took the top two spots in the Under 15 snowboard category at the Kinky Rail Jam. Photo by S. Kucharski

iders of all ages headed to Fernie Alpine Resort last Saturday for the Kinky Rail Jam. Categories were split between skiers and snowboarders under and over the age of 15 with the youngest competitor in the competition being only eight years old. Organizer Jeni Pearson said that the jam format of the competition helped cater to a younger demographic of riders. “It’s a jam session format so competitors can do as many runs as they want to so if they fall on one run, it doesn’t mean that’s the end of the competition for them,” explained Pearson. “It’s a really great format to have, especially because this is the first competition for a lot of kids, so it takes the pressure off them.” The 36 riders did various stunts at the rail park and were judged on their style, technique, landing and creativity, according to Pearson. The female winners for the day in the Under 15 category were skiers Isabelle Benitez, Isabelle Gulyas and Andorra Wright. Leah Heavy was the sole female snowboarder in the competition. In the male Under 15 category, the podium was occupied by skiers Alex Urquhart, Graham Bradish and Blake Plummer as well as snowboarders Skyler Hatt and Jordan Webber. Brody McSkimming, Zak Mosseau and Calvin Lovenuik as well as Alex Thomas, John Graham and Shane Yargean took the top spots in the Over 16 skiing and snowboarding category.

Kinky Rail snowboarders and skiers showed off their best moves at the Fernie Rail Park last Saturday. Photos by S. Kucharski

Fernie woman killed in car collision near Coleman By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

39-year-old Fernie woman was killed on Highway 3 near the town of Coleman, Alberta on the evening of Jan. 7, after attempting to avoid hitting an elk. Emergency vehicles responded to an

eastbound pickup truck that struck an elk approximately three kilometers west of Coleman. The individual in the pickup truck was not injured, but as a result of the collision, the vehicle was disabled, according to the Crowsnest Pass RCMP. It was then that a second eastbound vehicle, after attempting to avoid a second

elk, lost control, skidding sideways down the highway. The driver’s side of the vehicle collided with the parked pickup truck. The 39-year-old female driver of the second vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. According to Crowsnest Pass RCMP, the passenger of the second vehicle, a

35-year-old male from Fernie B.C., was taken to the Crowsnest Pass Hospital with unknown injuries. Wildlife and road conditions contributed to the collision and alcohol was not a factor, police say. During the investigation into the incident, Highway 3 was detoured.

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‘Monroe’ cemetery monument location finalized Cemetery Committee moves forward with monument designs and location

conflict of interest, as he is an active member of the Cemetery Committee. It was then that Gawryluk came forward and said he would cover the costs of the monument in order to avoid the initial conflict. During this past meeting however, G a w r y l u k protested that the During their Jan. 8 meeting, the Cemetery Committee moved committee is not a forward with their plans to place a monument just outside the design committee fence of the ‘Monroe’ cemetery. From The Free Press files. and designing a monument is not By Katelyn Dingman within their mandate. “This is not the Free Press Staff committee for that,” he argued. “It is a rguments over the Cemetery location committee.” Former City of Fernie Coun. Randal Committee’s mandate arose during the Dec. 8 committee Macnair noted that it would be within the meeting, as several committee members committee’s purview to bring monument pushed to move forward with the designs forward. “Lets get this done and find out monument designs, while committee member John Gawryluk protested that what’s affordable and how we can move the organization was initially set up solely forward,” said Macnair. “We had a lengthy discussion at the last meeting regarding to find a monument location. During the previous meeting, held in how we were going to proceed.” He added, “You have more experience October 2014, Gawryluk was told designing the monument would be considered a with monuments than anyone around this table and I would be perfectly happy to see

what you have to bring forward.” Committee members debated the organizations mandate at length and Coun. Ange Qualizza questioned why Gawryluk had not yet put forward his findings. “This committee as a group decided that was the action item,” she noted. “We’re three months out and it still hasn’t been completed. You’ve had three months to complete this action item, you’ve also had three months to take issue with the action item and nothing’s been done.” After further debate, Qualizza suggested suspending any further discussion of the monument designs until the committee determined a location for the monument. The initial location of the monument was proposed during the October 2014 meeting, however, the committee decided not to proceed with the proposed location, the northeast corner of the ‘Monroe’ Cemetery, until Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) samples had been released. Unfortunately, according to Chief Executive Officer Jim Hendricks, the GPR results did not cover the proposed location. Hendricks, however, said that a GPR assessment is not required to put up a monument at that location and that the committee would only be required to fill out a provincial site alteration permit under the Heritage Conservation Act. However this recommendation brought forward further concerns. “Are there graves still under there? Have they been scattered?” Gawryluk

questioned. “My indication is…there are graves outside that fence.” Cemetery Committee Vice Chair Daniel Ste-Marie noted that in order to have the monument properly supported in the ground, the site would have to be dug at least four feet down, below the frost line. Hendricks recommended the committee have an archaeologist on site during the dig to ensure there are no remains in that area. “If they follow through with everything and it’s determined there are remains in that area, they will have to find another location,” Cemetery Committee Chair Corlyn Haarstad noted. In concluding the meeting, Qualizza advised that the Cemetery Committee’s recommendations, to place the monument on the northeast corner of the ‘Monroe’ Cemetery after the completion of all archaeological findings, must be brought forward to council before they can move forward. Following the Jan.14 meeting, Gawryluk also put forward an official letter to the City of Fernie offering to provide the memorial at no cost to the City of Fernie. The letter also stated that over the next few weeks the committee will be selecting the design that will be brought forward to council for consideration. In order to move forward with the implementation of these designs in a timely manner, Qualizza suggested giving Gawryluk 30 days to submit his designs, a request council agreed to.

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Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Baldy Ridge Extension Project Open House and Invitation to Comment Teck Coal Limited (Proponent) is proposing to extend the working life of the Elkview mine by developing and operating the proposed Baldy Ridge Extension Project (proposed Project). The proposed Project would be located approximately 2.5 km east of Sparwood, British Columbia, and would produce an estimated 6.8 million tonnes of clean coal per year. The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act. The Proponent must obtain an environmental assessment certificate before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project. However, prior to submission of an application (Application) for a certificate by the Proponent, Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) must first approve Application Information Requirements. Key to the Application Information Requirements is the identification of Valued Components to be studied and the areas within which the studies would occur. This task is done through the Valued Components Selection Document. To provide information about Valued Components Selection, EAO invites the public to attend an Open House. There will be one Open House, to be held as follows: at:

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from: 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There are 30 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to Valued Components Selection. The comment period will begin on January 15, 2015 and end on February 16, 2015. All comments received during this comment period in relation to Valued Components Selection will be considered. The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. At this stage of the process, the primary intent is to receive feedback about the studies or information required for a comprehensive environmental assessment.

After taking public comments into account, EAO will finalize the Application Information Requirements and issue them to the Proponent. EAO accepts public comments through the following ways: •By Online Form at: http://www.eao.gov.bc.ca •By Mail: Kate Haines Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria BC V8W 9V1 •By Fax: Fax: 250-356-7477 An electronic copy of the Valued Components Selection Document and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copies of the Valued Components Selection Document are also available for viewing at these locations: Teck Community and Aboriginal Affairs Office 116 Centennial St, Sparwood 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday Sparwood Library 110 Pine Avenue, Sparwood Elkview Operations Main Gate RR 1, Hwy 3, Sparwood, V0B 2G1 If you are unable to participate at this time, there will be an additional comment period during the Application Review stage when you will also be able to provide comments to EAO on the proposed Project.

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Avalanche Awareness Day returns to Fernie By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

iving in a snowy community provides locals with the opportunity to have fun on the slopes, and each year Avalanche Awareness Day teaches outdoor enthusiasts how to make good decisions while living in avalanche terrain. “We live in a mountain environment,” said Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) Marketing Coordinator Karen Pepper, “and whether you’re a skier, snowmobiler or snowshoer, it’s just good to have a basic awareness of the conditions we live in.” On Saturday, Jan. 17 an interactive day of educational activities will be open to the public at FAR. A crowd favourite will likely be the avalanche dog demonstrations where trained canine Neko will demonstrate his ability to find things in the snow and point patrollers in the right direction. “That’s always a crowd pleaser and definitely a highlight of the day,” said Pepper.

Avalanche professionals will also share their insight on how to prevent avalanche accidents and will include transceiver education and searches. “The transceiver is a really exciting addition to our schedule this year,” said Pepper, adding, “The patrol team has done a couple of public awareness sessions over the past week and they’ve been really well-attended and popular, showing people what it is and how it works and getting people involved.” Recently, FAR installed brand new avalanche safety equipment that will also be made available to educate the public for the longterm. A fundraising auction will follow at the Griz Bar from 3-4:30 p.m. in order to raise money for Avalanche Canada and fund further public avalanche education programs and initiatives. “A lot of great gear will be available in the auction and we encourage people to take part,” said Pepper. Activities will begin on-site at the base area at 10 a.m. on Saturday.

Sparwood Search and Rescue practice in Kimberley By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

he Sparwood Search and Rescue group was hosted by Kimberley last week for a practice run near Hellroaring Creek that found the limitations in some of the team’s equipment. According to Kimberley’s avalanche response team leader Peter Reid, during the practice a Snow Ranger’s limitations came to a head when the team blew a belt and broke a cable three times on the transport and required a tow on the remainder of the slope. “These are great things to happen in practice, but not on a call,” said Reid. “But the great thing is now that we know Last week Sparwood Search and Rescue made their the limitations, we can address them way to Kimberley for a practice. Submitted photo so that when we’re on a call they don’t become a problem.” Hellroaring Creek region as a “high-hazard avaBetween Sparwood and Kimberley, the two lanche area”, as Search and Rescue have breached Search and Rescue teams try to practice together that area during past incidents of two fatalities, a on a quarterly basis. recovery and a rescue. “For us, winter was important to get together The next joint practice for Kimberley and because we wanted to look at the capabilities of Sparwood will be in Sparwood sometime in the teams,” said Reid. “We wanted to see how February where the teams will experiment good each team is at travelling in the snow and with getting a Sno-Cat into precarious areas of how our equipment works.” Sparwood. Reid added that the importance of these practices is due to the fact that Search and Rescue teams often get called up on cases Dan & Debbie Fediuk together. of Jaffray BC “Because of the size are pleased to announce of most of the teams we generally respond the upcoming marriage together,” explained of their youngest son Reid. “In some cases, Shaun to Melissa Soles teams from Fernie, Cranbrook, Kimberley of Golden BC. and Golden have The ceremony will take teamed up on one place at the call. Because we often respond together, it’s Golden Civic Centre on a good idea to practice January 31, 2015 together.” Reid described the

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Editorial by Katelyn Dingman

Last week, The Free Press released an article entitled ‘E-Comm reminds public to dial for emergencies only’. The articles addressed how the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) was urging people to not take advantage of the service and to call only for emergencies. According to an E-Comm representative, there have been several cases of individuals advising E-Comm representatives about lost Wi-Fi connections. This wastes the representatives time and is a serious drain on emergency services. With the cold and flu season upon us I believe people should be urged to take the same precautions, and should avoid visiting a doctors office or hospital whenever possible, as it is yet another drain on our emergency services. A common cold or flu is something that can be treated from home and in my opinion, there is no reason it shouldn’t be. Why is it we see people lined up in doctor’s offices time and time again with a cold or flu? It seems that during the winter months it becomes more and more difficult for those in need of medical assistance to find it. Walk-in clinics get bogged down with children and adults with a simple case of the sniffles and although doctors do have the ability to prescribe over the counter medication, generic brands of cold and cough medicine, along with rest and time can typically get the job done just the same. I recognize that some employers require sick notes from their employee if that employee is absent from work. I personally find this appalling, especially in the Elk Valley where patient care is limited. Most doctor’s offices are closed during the weekends. What happens then? Do you drag yourself to the hospital and spend several hours in the waiting room just so you can get a sick note? The time people spend waiting for patient care should be used to recover. I also find it extremely frustrating when individuals are in the early stages of a flu or cold and decide to bring their germs to work. From what I have found, colds spread like wildfire in an office. Rather than trying to push through a bad cold or cough, why not take the day to rest up and get better? I don’t proclaim to have the same knowledge as a doctor or health care physician, but from my own experience I feel that home care is the best way to go when it comes to getting over a simple case of a cold or the flu. Individuals should only have to resort to visiting a hospital in the case of a real emergency. This winter season, I think we should try to stop taking unnecessary advantage of our health care system whenever possible.

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“Hefts” in that I needed for Christmas. What a great surprise it was that the order came on Christmas Eve. I was so stressed out that day because of having the flu for three weeks. I’d been madly shopping the previous two days and had so much wrapping to do, and piles of stocking stuffers to organize and place in stockings that I had to have ready for that evening, as my family that I hadn’t seen in two and a half years was coming and I wanted everything to be special! Mr. and Mrs. Ingram, I’d asked if you did gift-wrapping and Mrs. Ingram said no, but she asked me if I would like her to look for boxes; of course I want to thank you for the kindness you showed to me on I did. Christmas Eve. When I saw Mrs. Ingram coming with two rolls of wrapFirst of all, I really appreciated your efforts in getting the ping paper and big boxes, I just broke down and my eyes flooded with tears! Her kindness overwhelmed me — it was such a relief! She wrapped the gifts for me and moments later brought me the loveliest centre piece with fresh flowers and greenSponsored by ery (Christmas tree pine) and said, “this is for you!” She then carried all this stuff out to the car for me! Wholeheartedly, I want to thank them for helping me immensely to get ready for Christmas and for making our Christmas very memorable; I’ll always remember that he ree ress beautiful kindness that was If you are the individual in this photo you have won a $10 gift voucher from Rocky shown to me!

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Bearspaw “Community First” Society makes sizeable donations By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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losing out 2014, the Bearspaw Contracting “Community First” Society (BCFS) presented two local Elk Valley groups with sizeable donations of $55,000 each. Wapiti Ski Hill and Lilac Terrace Housing were the appreciative recipients of these donations. “Two years ago my partner and I wanted to get a fundraiser going. We started to help raise money for the community, which for us is Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie and the Crowsnest Pass, as we have employees from all towns,” Ian Benson from BCFS said. “It is the foundation of just making our community stronger.” The funds are raised each year during the Bearspaw Contracting Inc.’s (BPC) annual Celebrity Charity Golf Tournament, which Benson said has raised $230,000 in the past two years. Along with raising thousands of dollars for local organizations, the BCP golf tournament, held in July, is also accustomed to welcoming several celebrities, including country singer Aaron Pritchett and rock/country singer Dallas Smith. “It is an event that can raise money for any group that has difficulties finding funds,” Benson noted. For more information on the BCFS, visit http://www. bearspawcontracting.com/aboutus.html

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Mondays

• 6:15 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 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 • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 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 – Special Olympics Athletes Bowling at Sparwood Lanes • 4:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:30 to 9:00 pm – Women’s Night at Old School Boxing • 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 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00am to 1:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Free Admission Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 10:30 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – 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 • 3:45 to 4:45 pm – Swim Club at

the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 6:00pm – Water Slide Open at the Fernie 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

Wednesdays

• 6:15 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 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 • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 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 • 1:15 to 2:30pm – Skate & Shoot at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 3:00pm to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie 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 • 7:00 to 9:00pm – Healing Rooms Open at Trinity Pentecostal Church • 7:30 – Ladies Darts at the Fernie Legion (new members welcome) • 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 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00am to 1:00pm – Public Swim

at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:45 to 10:15am – Adult Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 10:30 to 11:15am – Free Admission Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to 11:15am – 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 • 3:45 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 • 7:00pm – Darts at the Sparwood Legion • 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

• 6:15 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00am to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 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 • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:45 to 11:45am – Youth Shinny at the Fernie Memorial Arena (No School Fridays) • 10:45 to 11:30am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 12:45pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena (No School Fridays) • 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 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 to 8:15pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 7:00pm – Jam Night every 2nd Friday at the Sparwood Legion • 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

• Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre Open 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 • 2:00 to 3:45pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 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 & Sparwood Legion • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood & Elkford Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood & Elkford Pool • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing • 6:45 to 8:15pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena

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

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Sundays

• Noon to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre Open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 1:00 to 2:00pm – Family Swim at 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 • 2:15 to 4:00pm – Public Skate at the Fernie Memorial Arena • 3:00 to 4:45pm – Public Skating at

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Dynamic Life Drawing with Anna Weston at Fernie Arts Station 7:00 – 9:00 pm 7th Annual Reel Canadian Film Festival at Vogue Theatre Fernie Ghostriders vs. Nelson Leafs, Fernie Memorial Arena 7:30 pm Avalanche Awareness Days at Fernie Alpine Resort Peripheral Vision Live at the Fernie Arts Station 8:00 pm Dynamic Life Drawing with Anna Weston at Fernie Arts Station 7:00 – 9:00 pm Beautea Spa Night at Infinitea 6:00 – 8:00 pm Fernie Ghostriders vs. Golden Rockets, Fernie Memorial Arena 7:30 pm Get Your Craft On! Macrame Bracelets at Fernie Arts Station 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Kokanee Snow Dreams Festival at Fernie Alpine Resort Family Literacy Day: Stories, Activities and Alphabet Soup Dynamic Life Drawing with Anna Weston at the Fernie Arts Station 7:00 – 9:00 pm Booked! Fernie Writer’s Series at Fernie Arts Station 7:00 – 9:30 pm Gelli it Up! Playshop at Fernie Arts Station Stoke Folk with Shred Kelly CD Release Party at Fernie Community Centre

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Gelli it Up! Playshop at Fernie Arts Station Indie Film Festival presents: TBA at Vogue Theatre

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CONNECTION

CITY OF FERNIE BRITISH COLUMBIA

City of Fernie CONNECTION | Community Information and Opportunities | www.fernie.ca Sign Permits

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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

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

Your Responsibility in Removing Snow & Ice from City Sidewalks Many of our residents rely on walking as their primary way to get around Fernie, and without a wide, clear path through snow and ice, it is especially difficult for people with disabilities, seniors, and children to walk safely. According to the City’s Snow & Ice Removal Bylaw No. 1928, business property owners, apartment/condominium complex owners or your managing occupants are responsible for keeping sidewalks free of snow and ice, and for the removal of any overhanging ice, icicles or snow which may fall and cause personal injury or property damage. Please note you are required to clean any snow or ice from the sidewalks and footpaths adjacent to your premises before 9:00 am each day. For more information on these regulations please visit the City’s website or contact Bylaw Services at 250.423.2244 or bylaw@fernie.ca.

The City of Fernie requires a sign permit for all signs, including sandwich boards. Before constructing, placing, erecting, displaying, altering, repairing, or relocating a sign, every person must obtain a sign permit. The purpose of the permit is to confirm that the proposed signage conforms to the requirements as detailed in the Sign Bylaw No. 1888, 2001. One of the most common mistakes is constructing a sign with a white background. This is not permitted under the Sign Bylaw No. 1888. To learn more about sign requirements and permitting, please contact the Planning Department at 250.423.6817.

Leisure Services Happenings Fernie Aquatic Centre Swim Lessons Registration of NEW Winter Swim Lessons is now open. Drop in to register at 250 Pine Avenue or call 250.423.4466 for more information. National Lifeguard Service Course The National Lifeguard Service course is designed to develop the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge and skills required to become a lifeguard. Pre-requisites: Must be 16 years of age by last day of course and have Standard First Aid and Bronze Cross certifications. Dates: January 20 – February 7, 2015 Tues/Thurs 4:00pm to 8:00pm & Saturday 8:00am to 4:00pm Cost for this course is $433.26. Register early! Swim Schedule (Jan 4 - Mar 7, 2015) Public Swim: Monday to Friday - 1pm - 3pm and 3pm - 8pm Saturday and Sunday - 2pm-6pm Water Slide: Monday to Friday - 4pm - 6pm Saturday and Sunday - 2pm - 6pm Aqua Fit: Active Fit - Mon/Wed/Fri - 8:30am - 9:15am Gentle Fit - Tues/Thurs/Fri - 10:30am - 11:15am (NEW TIME!) Crocodile Swim: 1st and 3rd Saturday each month 3pm - 5pm For information on these and other programs and private bookings call the Fernie Aquatic Centre at 250.423.4466. Fernie Memorial Arena At the Fernie Memorial Arena we offer skating programs for the whole family. Take part in Adult Shinny, Skate & Shoot and No School Friday skating events. Please check the website for program dates and times. Fernie Ghostrider hockey game on January 17 will start at 7:30pm. Public skating is cancelled in the event of a home game. Detailed Schedules for the Arena and Aquatic Centre are on line at www.fernie.ca

Pay Your Annual Utilities by February 27th and receive a 5% Discount The 2015 annual Utility charges for single family dwellings and residential strata units are set out below. A 5% discount is available if the full year is paid no later than February 27, 2015. Single Family Dwelling - Fernie 2015 Annual Utilities (water/sewer/garbage) $657.36 If paid by February 27, 2015 $624.49 SAVE $32.87 Single Family Dwelling – West Fernie 2015 Annual Utilities (water/garbage) If paid by February 27, 2015 $400.37

$421.44 SAVE $21.07

Residential Strata Unit - Fernie 2015 Annual Utilities (water/sewer) $587.64 If paid by February 27, 2015 $558.26 SAVE $29.38 The 5% discount is also available for business and all other classes of Utility accounts. Please contact City Hall at 250.423.6817 or cityhall@fernie.ca for more information.

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

NO PARKING permitted on the North or West Side of the Roadways

Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

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 and vehicle impoundment. Council recently adopted an amendment to the Streets and Traffic Bylaw which increased the impound fees from $7.00 per day to $10.00 per day or actual costs (if stored at a commercial impound lot) and added a 10% administrative fee to be applied to all towing and impound charges. Please adhere to parking regulations to avoid having your vehicle towed. For more information on the winter parking regulations please visit the City’s website or contact Bylaw Services at 250.423.2244 or bylaw@fernie.ca.

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

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Why licensing your dog should be your #1 priority:

1. If your dog gets lost, even in a neighbouring community, a licence is the fastest way to reunite you with your dog. Even if your dog is microchipped, a licence tag is immediately visible and doesn’t require a scanning device. Dogs are often returned by contacting the dog’s owner at their address on ﬁle with the District.

2. Your dogs licence shows that you are a responsible dog owner. When you walk your dog people will notice the licence on your dog’s collar and know that you really care about your dog’s welfare. 3. Licensing lets others know that your dog is not a stray. Often found dogs are kept by the people who ﬁnd them, who assume an unlicensed dog is a stray.

4. It’s the law! Failure to licence your dog by the 15th of January may result in tickets and impound fees.

For more information, or to renew or purchase a dog licence please contact the District Ofﬁce at 250.425.6271 or at 136 Spruce Avenue.

Notice of Assessment

New businesses can apply in person at 136 Spruce Avenue or on-line at www.Sparwood.ca under application forms.

We’re In The Home Stretch!

A Draft Ofﬁcial Community Plan is ready. Did we get it right? Tell Us What You Think! The District has prepared the Final Draft of the Ofﬁcial Community Plan (OCP), based on community, technical, and staff input. The OCP sets our community’s vision for 2035. So, we need your help to know whether we got it right! To tell us what you think about the Draft OCP: 1. Attend the open house, 2. Read the draft online and send us comments, or 3. Contact the District. You’re Invited! You’re invited to attend our Open House: • Date: January 21 • Time: 1:00 to 8:00 PM • Location: Council Chambers 136 Spruce Avenue For More Info... • Review the Draft OCP, backgrounders, and engagement summaries at www.sparwood.ca/ OCP and send us comments. • You can also contact the District of Sparwood, Planning Department: • Nelson Wight, nwight@sparwood.ca or 250-425-6828

The District of Sparwood staff are also available to help locate your Notice of Assessment or assist with a change of address.

Public Notice Danger – Falling Trees

On November 29, 2014 a winter storm with high winds came through the Elk Valley. The property on the west side of Highway 43, south of Sparwood Heights Drive, sustained heavy damage from the winds. Hundreds of trees were knocked down and many of the standing trees have been weakened at the root ball. Due to the danger of falling trees this area will be cordoned off and signs will be placed prohibiting entry to the area. The removal of trees will commence once a contract has been awarded. Public entry into this area is prohibited for any purpose until the clearing of trees and debris is completed and the signage restricting entry removed.

Credit: Taylor Nelson

The BC Assessment Branch for the East Kootenay is in Cranbrook and can be reached toll free at 1-800-556-9229 or directly at 1-250-426-8901. BC Assessment can also be emailed at: eastkootenay@bcassessment.ca. Additional information can be obtained on their website at: http://www.bcassessment.ca.

Credit: Jennifer Gardiner

BC Assessment has mailed out your 2015 Notice of Assessment. If you do not receive your Notice of Assessment by January 23, 2015 you should contact BC Assessment to determine if there is an issue with your mailing address.

WE’RE IN THE HOME STRETCH! A Draft Official Community Plan is ready. Did we get it right? TELL US WHAT YOU THINK! The District has prepared the Final Draft of the Official Community Plan (OCP), based on community, technical, and staff input. The OCP sets our community’s vision for 2035. So, we need your help to know whether we got it right! To tell us what you think about the Draft OCP: 1 1. Attend the open house,

YOU’RE INVITED! You’re invited to attend our Open House: f

Date: January 21

Time: 1:00 to 8:00 PM

2. Read the draft online and send us 2 comments, or

3. Contact the District. 3

Location: Council Chambers 136 Spruce Avenue

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Photo by: Marija Goetting

Credit: Darrell Kaisner

The District of Sparwood’s Animal Control Bylaw requires every dog to have a current year licence by January 15th. A neutered or spayed dog tag, with vet certiﬁcate, is $10.00 or $30.00 for an unaltered dog.

If you have not purchased your current licence please come into our ofﬁce and bring your account up to date.

Credit: Faye Huber

Time to renew or purchase a new dog licence

This is a reminder to all local business owners that your 2015 Business Licences are now due.

Credit: Kaylee Morley

Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Committee of the Whole Meeting at 7:00 pm Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm

All people carrying on a business within the municipality require a business licence. This includes all home occupations, catalogue sales, commercial, and out of town businesses.

Review the Draft OCP, backgrounders, and engagement summaries at www.sparwood. ca/OCP and send us comments. You can also contact the District of Sparwood, Planning Department: f Nelson Wight, nwight@sparwood.ca or 250-425-6828

t: Merv Yaremchuk

Monday, January 19 Monday, January 26 Monday, Febuary 2

(in Council Chambers)

Business Licences

Credit: Marija Geotting

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Sparwood class raises funds through recyclables Submitted by Marija Goetting

ast weekend Sparwood Secondary School’s graduating class of 2015 collected pop, beer and wine recyclables to raise money for the end of the year ceremonies. A huge mound of donations has been collected and more want to donate. People forget how much money is needed to cover catering, music, insurance, etc. We just remember the dresses and the tuxedos and the speeches. It takes a year of fundraising and a lot of dedication from parents and students to put on the two-day event. Sparwood citizens helped tremendously last weekend by giving away bags of recycling. Some donated up to five bags! A real pat on the back goes out to Sparwood, whether you donated or collected, you should be proud of yourselves.

Sparwood’s graduating class of 2015 sorted through pop cans, beer cans, beer bottles and wine recyclables to raise funds for their end of the year celebration. Submitted photos

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Sparwood lights up holidays Chamber donates to Toys for Tots and Food Bank up a Child’s Life campaign, held at the Greenwood Mall. In total we raised $2,435.80 for the local Food Bank and Toys for Tots. We presented a cheque to Carol Walmsley and Edie Holland on Jan. 7, 2015. This year the Sparwood Food Bank distributed 116 Christmas hampers. The Sparwood Toys for Tots were able to supply Christmas The Sparwood Chamber of Commerce donated $2,435.80 to the Sparwood gifts to 67 children Food Bank and Toys for Tots through the Light up a Child’s Life campaign. in our community. The money collected Submitted photo this year will help provide services Submitted by the Sparwood Chamber of Commerce that are needed throughout the year. Again, e would like to thank everyone who thank you for all the donations, support, and helped this past year with your dona- volunteering your time to help our community. tions and participation in the Light

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE FOR EFFLUENT PERMIT UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACT FOR TECK COAL LIMITED (ELKVIEW OPERATIONS) Teck Coal Limited (Teck) has filed with the Ministry of Environment an application for an effluent permit amendment for its Elkview Operations (EVO) under the provisions of the Environmental Management Act. The permit amendment would authorize EVO to discharge effluent from a pond system that will settle out sediment in Aqueduct and Qualtieri creeks. EVO is located approximately 3 km east of Sparwood. The main sedimentation pond will be located approximately 500 m northeast of the Highway 3/Michel Creek Road intersection on the south side of Canadian Pacific Railway’s main line. The location of EVO facilities from which the effluent originates and discharges is: Lot 1, District Lot 4588, Kootenay Land District. Copies of this notification were posted at EVO on January 6, 2015 in accordance with the Public Notification Regulation. Details of the application will be available for viewing at the Cranbrook office of the Ministry of Environment at 205 Industrial Road G, at the Teck Communities and Aboriginal Affairs office, 116 Centennial St, Sparwood and at the Sparwood Public Library at 110 Pine Ave, Sparwood, BC. Any person affected by or interested in the proposed effluent discharge who wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to Jeanien Carmody-Fallows, Assistant Section Head, Mining, Ministry of Environment at Bag 5000, 3726 Alfred Avenue, Smithers BC V0J 2N0 (facsimile: 250.847.7591) with a copy to Nic Milligan, Teck, Box 1777, Sparwood, V0B 2G0. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record. Dated this January 6, 2015 Nic Milligan Manager, Community & Aboriginal Affairs Teck Coal Limited Box 1777, Sparwood, V0B 2G0 Office: 250.425.3335 E-mail: nic.milligan@teck.com

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These dinners have been hosted across 25 communities in the Basin in the last year. he Columbia Basin Trust In a press release, Neil Muth, (CBT) is continuing its tour Columbia Basin Trust President across the area and will be and CEO highlighted that stopping in Fernie next week to “economic development and seek public consultation on the pro- diversification, agriculture and gram and provide one local with food security, ecosystem restoration the chance to give and conservation, back to the comand affordable “We look forward munity. housing” are some to continuing our A dinner will be of the themes that hosted to facilitate engagement process have been brought conversation on to understand forward by residents how CBT can better what’s important to since the public provide its services consultations began communities.” to residents. last September. According to the Neil Muth “We look forward Trust, these dinners Columbia Basin Trust to continuing our help to “connect President engagement process with residents and to understand find out what is what’s important to important” as well communities,” said as building on input provided to the Muth. Trust in the past. Locals who attend the Fernie In its 20 year history the CBT forum will have a chance to win has pushed millions of dollars into $1,000 to donate to a local nonlocal initiatives, organizations and profit. programs. The Fernie forum will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at the Seniors Drop In Centre. Residents wishing to attend the forum and provide input at their own pace are encouraged to join from 4-5:30 p.m., with dinner and facilitated conversation taking place until 8 p.m. that + 25 0 4 3 0 1 872 evening. By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

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Chevy Traverse is a doggy delight – ahem – found it easy to load up with lots of luggage, bags, boxes, blankets, pillows and doggy beds – all It’s a challenge to find the right vehicle the necessary accoutrements of car to take two dogs on an annual holiday travel, plus the added advantage of still trip to Tacoma to visit family, friends having room to bring home a souvenir and doggy cousins. or three. On the highway, as in the city, Rental vehicles are out of sight pricethe Traverse offered wise and some compagreat visibility and nies are a little sniffy The cargo area of we felt snug, safe and about the ‘passengers’ the Traverse offered secure – sorry about the (at least I think it was alliteration, but it’s true. both dogs plenty of the dogs they objected Our doggy travelling to). Therefore, the offer space for each to do companions are at of an extended test drive their own thing; stretch each end of the age of the 2015 Chevrolet spectrum. Sullivan the Traverse was a welcome out, curl up, look out Jack Russell Terrier is opportunity. the window, chew little, young and bouncy, From a human’s perquietly on toys. while Desi the Shepherd spective, the Traverse Cross is a large dog of was pleasurable to drive, noble lineage and a senior citizen. In extremely comfortable, the cabin roomy short, she enjoys her comfort. The cargo and very classy, a nice quiet ride, the area of the Traverse offered both dogs dashboard controls very user friendly plenty of space for each to do their and easy to interpret with everything own thing: stretch out, curl up, look out close to hand. the window, and chew quietly on toys, The seats (seven in all for bipeds) are while contemplating the phenomenon gorgeously adjustable with heated of black holes or, in the case of Miss lumbar support up front, which is a Desi, perhaps where the next carrot soothing relief for those of us with was coming from. Given the layout of back problems. From the outside, the the interior, with the walk through back car seems like a big beast best for seats, a barrier was needed to discourthe backcountry but it is surprisingly age the cargo passengers from walking wonderful to drive in the city, more like through into the first-class front cabin. a luxury sedan than a lumbering SUV. It should be noted there are ten cup It was easy to manoeuvre on narrow holders for those in need of regular streets, a dream to nip in and out of caffeinating. We did receive barked parking lots and spots. And even the vertically challenged complaints from the back that not one By Morva Gowans

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yellow lab. Everyone knows labs are eternal puppies who enjoy good times no matter where they land. This happy boy landed in the cargo area with the other two and still there was plenty of room for all three dogs with nary a complaint about someone’s paw being on someone’s side. It all made for a fun Christmas celebration with lots of treats, even for my backup navigator Patricia and myself. Next year, the ‘kids’ are holding out for a Cadillac! 2015 Chevrolet Traverse AWD LT Power: 2.6-litre V6, 281 horsepower, six-speed auto transmission. Base price: $43,460 (as tested, $53,285)

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like a combination of everything this band is and where we want to go and I’m really quite proud of it.” The music video for the latest single was filmed this week at Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR). A continuous oneshot with volunteer dancers, snowboarders, circus acts and stunts, the idea for the video came from the band itself who chose to hire local talent to star in the video. Shred Kelly performed a choreographed dance for “We really just their new music video. Photo by S. Kucharski wanted to make use of the abunBy Sarah Kucharski dance of local talFree Press Staff ent that Fernie has here,” explained McBride, adding that the process of t will be the third time around planning and organizing the video for the Fernie-based folk band was both nerve-racking and fun. Shred Kelly as they get set to She also noted that it contrasted the release a new music video and hectic process to the single that prealbum, and head out on a national ceded it: “Family Oh Family.” tour across the country. That particular video turned into Sing To the Night is an album that a day of endless laughter as the builds further upon the slow addiband tried to emulate corny family tion of synthesizers and modern photos. touches the band has tapped into. “We got dressed up in about 29 “It just felt like a gradual progresdifferent costumes but it was great sion,” said vocalist, songwriter and having a director with such great myriad instrumentalist for the band vision who basically told us what Tim Newton. to do, how to hold ourselves and Vocalist Sage McBride added, look and then see how it would all “[Changing the sound] wasn’t a come together as a final product. main focus, but with two vocalists The experience with this new single [herself and Newton] it sort of natis totally different. But still worthurally started sounding different.” while,” said McBride. A high point off the album for Other plans for the group will Newton is the title track and new include a national tour, launched by single “Sing To the Night”, a fastthe band’s CD release party at the paced song developed during one Community Centre on Jan. 31. The of the band’s early morning writing night will include an all-ages event sessions when Newton was quite from 6-8 p.m. as well as a 19+ event literally singing to the night. later on in the evening from 9 p.m. “It’s a fast-paced song but it’s a to 2 a.m. song that I feel represents the band Tickets for the release party are as a whole and the direction that currently available for earlybirds we’re going in,” explained Newton. at Freyja or through Shred Kelly’s “When all five of us came together website. Tickets will also be sold at and agreed on this song we realthe door. ized just how special it was. It feels

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Sometimes, when you least expect it, it can kick you Shelby Cain right in the teeth. I went to visit a friend this week and found her at her computer Googling for help while tears streamed down her face. Like every person who has ever been a parent, she’d said some things to her child in a moment of frustration that she regretted. In hindsight, she should have taken some extra time to breathe and explain to her child why she was frustrated. That would have been the perfect thing to do. But who’s perfect? I think we’re all doing the best we can. We have good days. We have bad days. We have getting kicked in the teeth days. For me, the tough times usually come whenever we’re attempting to get out the door or into bed. For some reason, as soon as you start trying to herd them anywhere, kids suddenly find 300 things they have to tend to before they can commence with brushing their teeth or putting on their boots. It doesn’t matter if they’ve spent the last two hours shuffling around aimlessly and telling you they’re excruciatingly bored. Suddenly, stuff needs to get done. So at these times the right course of action, according to all the parenting sites on Google, is to breathe deeply, get down to your child’s level and explain to them that free time is over and it is now time to focus on the task at hand. Have you ever tried that? Yes. That’s why you’re laughing. I laughed too. Sometimes it seems like the only way to create urgency is to use your special ‘business tone,’ reserved for times when you need people to jump to attention. Mine still scares even me a bit, but it works. They jump. The problem is the second you close their bedroom door or drop them off at school you are instantly plagued with guilt that hangs on you like heavy chains for the rest of the day. Nobody wants to play the role of prison warden. We want to send our children off to sleep or into the world with love and kind words. I think most of the time we accomplish this. For some reason, the times when we’re less than our best stick with us way longer. But here’s a cool thing about kids, at least young kids. I can’t tell you what happens once they get past six…yet. Ready? Kids don’t hold grudges. Apparently grudge holding is a less-than-wonderful skill we learn later in life. So if you have a bad moment, tell your child you’re sorry, you’ll do better next time. They’ll forgive you. Then you have to forgive yourself, because trust me, you deserve it.

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B.C. film showcased at Reel Writers share work Canadian Film Festival at Infinitea Friday, Jan. 16 to promote their creation. The weekend will continue with the showing of five additional Canadian films; Little Reels for his year’s Reel Canadian Film Festival will Kids, Heartbeat, Maps to the Stars, Monsoon and feature a British Columbia shot film about Mommy. three estranged brothers who reacquaint White noted that Cannes Jury Prize winning themselves with one another after the tragic film Mommy should draw a crowd. death of their parents. Directed by young French-Canadian producer “When the Ocean Met the Sky uses an iconic Xavier Dolan, White noted that this film is narrative device to tell a story about the most said to be his best film yet, which is quite an fundamental journey of self-discovery one can accomplishment for the 25-year-old producer make: coming to terms with one’s self-identity described as wunderkind. within their family lineage,” film director Lukas The film highlights the challenges single mother Huffman said in a press release. Diane faces when she brings This adventurous her volatile teenage son home “It’s nice to be able to bring film, which received the from a government institution Calgary International the movies to the community.” for troubled youth. Film Fest Award in White noted the importance 2014, will be showcased Keya White of being able to provide locals at the annual Fernie Director and Marketing Coordinator and visitors with a place to see Reel Canadian Film these award winning films that Festival’s opening night. would otherwise likely go unnoticed. “It’s kind of a neat one because it was a kick “We have a really nice theatre and it’s nice to starter one,” Director and Marketing Coordinator bring people here,” White said. “Fernie has such of the festival Keya White said. “It was self a vibrant arts community as well. It’s nice to be funded by the guys that are in it.” able to bring the movies to the community.” In addition to this flick being the featured film White also noted that last year the event dates of the festival, actors/producers Phillip Thomas shifted from March to January, drawing a larger and Terry Field as well as executive producer crowd to the Vogue Theatre. Caitlin Das will be at the Vogue Theatre on “We found that it was a great thing,” said White. “It’s a bit quieter in town in January and Presenting 5 Features: it’s dark and it’s cold; Friday, Jan. 16th at 7pm it’s a good time to watch movies.” White added, “It’s Fernie’s 7th Annual been slowly growing over the years. This year should hopefully be our best year yet.” By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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their opinion. This way, you can hear from fresh minds.” T h e readings can be traced back over a decade, having been hosted at v a r i o u s other Fernie locations, including Mugshots and Freshies, before finally (Left to right) Steph Fleming, Cathy Smith-Clark settling on and Mary Menduk listen to fellow writer Frank Infinitea. DeBoone recite one of his short stories at Infinitea “It attracts last Wednesday. Photo by S. Kucharski people that are looking By Sarah Kucharski for discussion and criticism Free Press Staff of their writing,” said Liggett, ord lovers of all genres adding, “By reading it out loud, gathered at Infinitea you’ll find the areas that need last Wednesday night improvement in your writing.” Frequent attendee Cathy Smithfor an evening of sharing their Clark said that it’s really Liggett work. Elk Valley writers who who keeps the group going. “He inspires us and keeps us specialize in various works — including short stories, poetry, working and this group going,” non-fiction and full novels — she said. “He’s a fantastic writer congregated for a chance to meet and he pushes all of us to be with fellow writers and gather better.” In addition to the more different perspectives. Organizer Keith Liggett said, informal set up of the spoken “It gives writers the opportunity word meetings at Infinitea, to hear the thoughts of those Liggett also hosts formal writing who work in different genres of workshops for locals interested writing … it isn’t interesting if in developing their writing skills. you put a group of all poets in the same room and ask them for

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Back to the future as Fernie honours former champs

Past, present and future Fernie Ghostriders lined up in a pre-game ceremony last Saturday, Jan. 10. The club honoured their Borne Cup champion team from 1999-00 during a reunion throughout the weekend. Photo by S. Moulton By Sara Moulton Free Press Staff

he year might be 2015, but there were no hoverboards in sight when the Fernie Ghostriders had their very own Back to the Future moment with past, present and future players on the surface of the Fernie Memorial Arena last Saturday. A reunion of the Borne Cup champion team from the 1999-00 season brought three generations of skaters together in a pre-game ceremony before the tilt against the Creston Valley Thunder Cats. The former stars joined the current Riders’ starting lineup at centre ice, along with

a group of the club’s fledgling Tyke members, known as the Timbits. “We are always so proud of our alumni, especially as they continue to fly the Ghostriders colours,” enthused club president, Barb Anderson said. “It shows such great character of our past players, and bringing the past, present and future players together shows the wealth of

hockey in Fernie.” The former Ghostriders, now in their mid-30s, won the championship in 2000 when the club was a member of the America West Hockey League, which later merged with the prestigious North America Hockey League. The Ghostriders moved to the junior ‘B’ Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) in 2004, but have continued to operate and perform at the same intensity as their original junior ‘A’ roots. With a ceremonial puck drop to finalize the celebrations, the night was brought back into the present as the Riders sought to topple their divisional opponents.

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Fernie girls basketball team places second By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

he Fernie Secondary girls won second place in a home tournament last weekend. Half of the team’s roster was knocked out by the final game against Invermere, a physical match-up against the two undefeated teams that resulted in a Fernie Falcons loss by only eight points. Assistant coach Dean Haarstad said, “We’re really proud of our girls

for their second place finish. It’s a player, scored 17 of the Celtic’s 20 points. huge improvement over their last two In the game against Creston, Fernie tournaments and F a l c o n s they powered player Emma “We’re really proud of our girls for through a very McIntyre was their second place finish.” physical game.” sent off due Dean Haarstad Leading up to to injury with Assistant coach the final game, the three minutes Falcons defeated remaining both Creston and in the final Elkford with final tallies of 53-28 and quarter, cutting the match-up short. 66-20, respectively. She will be out indefinitely with an Elkford’s Dana Barclay, a Grade 10 injured knee, according to Haarstad.

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honoured to be able to support him.” Rizzuto said he is thankful for the community support he has received from Fernie Alpine Resort, Rizzuto Construction and Fernie Chiropractic. “Every little bit counts,” he noted. But despite this support along with the product sponsorships Professional snowboarder Jamie Rizzuto slashes powder at Fernie Rizzuto receives, with five events in four Alpine Resort. Photo by K. Dingman months, spread across By Katelyn Dingman five countries, the Free Press Staff unsponsored athlete said he finds it difficult to get by. ocal snowboarding legend Jamie Rizzuto “It’s a huge challenge,” he admitted. “Everyone is gearing up for his third year on the knows Europe is not cheap [and] the reality is Swatch Freeride World Tour (SFRWT) and that I can’t afford hotels out there.” after achieving a second ranking in the overall The resourceful athlete relies on the support of men’s snowboarding category last year, Rizzuto European athletes, mainly for rides and places has some even bigger shoes to fill this time to stay. around. A lack of financial support doesn’t hold this “This year I’d like to improve on that,” Rizzuto, professional back though. who began snowboarding at the ripe age of 10, Rizzuto is among two Canadian athletes said. competing in the SFRWT and he is the only With the tour beginning in Chamonix Mont Canadian snowboarder riding the slopes of Blanc, France on Jan. 23, Rizzuto said he has been Europe on the tour. spending seven days a week riding and training “I’ve ridden so long in Canada and I know in Fernie powder. so many amazing riders,” he said, “but not But for this self-proclaimed Kootenay Kid, everyone has the drive or direction to do this.” riding Fernie Alpine Resort’s (FAR) mountain Rizzuto added, “It feels really good, I love isn’t something new to him. representing Canada.” “I was born and raised on the ski hill,” noted Snowboarding what’s known as ‘big mountain’ Rizzuto. “I’m just a mountain baby. I get to ride slopes during the SFRWT, Rizzuto said he always in a lot of places in the world has to be paying attention to and it just seems to snow a lot where the snow falls, especially more here [in Fernie].” “A lot of people have in Europe where the amount He added, “I found where told me I’ve inspired of snow coverage is limited in I fit in.” them, that’s the best comparison to Fernie. This season, FAR presented part.” “Experience is everything,” he Rizzuto with a $1,000 Summit said. “It’s not something a young Fund cheque to assist him Jamie Rizzuto kid can come and throw himself with expenses in the Freeride Professional snowboarder off of, because you could get hurt World Tour. really fast.” “We are proud to support He added, “You learn to know Fernie local snowboarding where snow’s going to be.” star Jamie Rizzuto who has been killing it on Luckily Rizzuto hasn’t sustained any serious the world tour,” Matt Mosteller, Senior Vice injuries riding his board. He noted that taking ball President, Marketing & Resort Experience said. classes at Evolution with local chiropractor Paul “He is training hard for this season right now Attalla has helped his body recover throughout on the slopes of Fernie Alpine Resort and we are the riding season. “When you think you’re going to fall, you pull back,” he said. “Once I saw [the classes] improve my riding, I became addicted.” He went on to say, “It’s a long season and it’s hard on your body what we do…people don’t think about it, but the travel is hard on your body [too].” Despite these challenges, Rizzuto continues to W L PTS carve through powder in Fernie, inspiring others to do the same. Big Bang Bagels 0 1 0 “A lot of people have told me I’ve inspired KLO Custom Picture Frames 1 0 1 them, that’s the best part. It makes you want Pure Quality Stoneworks 0 1 0 to keep going,” said Rizzuto. “Everyone knows what it’s like to stand on top of a mountain, so Rocky MTN Driver Training 1 0 1 to do it on these massive beautiful peaks all over Rocky MTN Optometry 1 0 1 the world and watch the sun rise, for me that’s The Stiff Bristles 0 1 0 where it’s at.” He added, “It’s why I ride every single day; it’s my passion.”

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RAY WACHTER: MARCH 24TH 1958JANUARY 8TH 2015 It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our husband and father Ray Wachter. Ray will be deeply missed by his wife Peggy, his son Arron, his daughter Laura and son-in-law Brian Nelson, and his two sweet grandchildren, Isaac and Maci. He is also survived by his sister and her husband Margaret and Roger Corner in Cranbrook, his sister Joan Anderson in Creston, and his brother-in-law Stan Dilling in Kamloops as well as many nieces and nephews. Ray is predeceased by his mother Greta, his father Louie, and his sister Dorothy Dilling. The family has decided to honour Ray’s wishes and not have a funeral. Memories & condolences shared at www. cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

EIRIN ELIZABETH AMUNDSEN: DECEMBER 9, 1975 JANUARY 7, 2015 We lost our beautiful daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, auntie, colleague and friend on January 7, 2015. Eirin was taken from us suddenly in a tragic accident on the Crowsnest Highway in southern Alberta. Eirin was dearly loved by all who knew her and the recent outpouring of emotion and testament from the community of Fernie and her friends from all over, has shown us how many lives she touched on so many levels and in so many ways. Eirin was born on December 9, 1975 in Fernie, BC. She spent all of her childhood in Fernie and graduated from Fernie Secondary School in 1993. She then attended the University of Victoria on a soccer scholarship and attained a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science. Following a few years of work experience, Eirin went on to earn a Degree in Nursing from Athabasca University, Mount Royal Campus, in Calgary, AB. After graduation in 2005 she started her nursing career at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, she worked there till she moved back home to Fernie. Eirin never gave up her love of soccer and continued to play throughout her life. She trained with the Canadian National Team and played on many Fernie teams including the men’s team. Eirin had an amazing zest for life, a passion for rescuing animals, a great sense of humor, a love of travel, and a deep devotion to family. Eirin moved back to Fernie in 2013 to work at the Elk Valley Hospital and she put her heart and soul into her profession. She was compassionate, caring, fun loving and professional with a special soft spot for seniors. A devoted Registered Nurse, Eirin was respected, appreciated and dearly loved by the doctors, fellow nurses, and patients alike. Eirin will be deeply missed by all her family, colleagues, and friends. She is survived by her mother, Shirley and father, Tom; her grandmother, Mary; her brother, Nels and his wife, Ann; her halfsister, Tia; her nephew, Seth; her niece, Eden; and all of her aunts, uncles and cousins. Eirin will never be gone. Her spirit will live on in all those she touched. A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at Mountainside Community Church with Pastor Shawn Barden officiating. In lieu of flowers donations to Fernie Hospital Foundation gratefully appreciated. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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TENNANT: It is with great sadness the family of Richard “Rick” Tennant announces his sudden passing on Friday January 2, 2015 at the age of 61 years. Rick was born on November 20, 1953 in Vancouver BC. He graduated from Lord Bing Secondary School in 1971. He attended BCIT in Vancouver and then did some traveling back East, before moving to the Elk Valley in 1974 to work for Cominco’s Fording River Operations for “a couple of years”, but remained working for them until his retirement on November 20, 2013. On November 6, 1976, he married Carol Endicott and remained in Elkford until his passing. Carol and Rick were blessed with two children and later two grandchildren. Throughout the years, Rick loved playing pool, golfing, playing poker and making people laugh. No one could remember and tell a joke quite like Rick could. He enjoyed watching sports on TV and was an avid Canuck, Seahawks, BC Lions and Blue Jays fan. Rick loved traveling to Las Vegas and Carol and Rick spent many nights playing “Texas Hold’em” with good friends in Elkford. He loved spending time with his grandchildren; tobogganing, skating and just hanging out. His grandchildren were with him at the time of his passing. Rick is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years; Carol, his son Craig, his daughter Jennifer (Clinton) Carpenter with children Jacob and Sarah. He is also survived by his mother Jesse Tennant, his brother Bruce (Claire) Tennant, sisters-in-law Louise (Tennant) Debbie (Kirkness), brothers-in-law David and Derek Endicott and their spouses, his mother-in-law Irene Endicott, as well as many nieces, nephews. He was predeceased by his father Arthur Tennant and his brother Gord Tennant. A memorial service was held at the Teck Hall in Elkford BC at 1 pm on Tuesday, January 13. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Rick’s name to: S.T.A.R.S., 1441 Aviation Park NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 8M7, Elkford EMS c/o PO Box 214, Elkford, BC, V0B 1H0 Attn: Debby Tomich or Elkford Food Bank, 209A 1335 Alpine Drive, Elkford, BC, V0B 1H0, Attn: Denise. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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PARKER: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Tanny Louise Parker on December 25, 2014 at the age of 42 years. Tanny came to the Elk Valley around the age of 10. She loved the outdoors, being at her favorite place on the Elk River fishing, walking the trails and going on quading adventures. Left to mourn her passing are her partner, Martin, children; Dane and Korbin, nephew, Austin and her parents Kelly and Priscilla. Memories & condolences shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs. com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd. PHYLLIS ADA JOHNSEN: APRIL 1, 1935 – JANUARY 4, 2015 Phyllis Ada Johnsen, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, auntie and friend passed away peacefully at Rocky Mountain Village on January 4, 2015 at the age of 79 years. Phyllis is lovingly survived by her companion Ed Magdall; 2 daughters, Gloria Clelland and Elaine Estey; 2 grandchildren, Sara and Andrew Estey; 2 great grandchildren, Zoe and Lauren Lapierre and her sister Alice as well as nieces, nephews and many special friends. Gloria and Elaine would like to personally thank the wonderful staff of Rocky Mountain Village who cared for Phyllis during her stay. As Phyllis has always had a deep loving relationship with all nature and animals; any donations in lieu of flowers will go to the Cranbrook S.P.C.A. Memories & condolences shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs. com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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Mass Times: Saturdays: St. Michael’s ~ 7:00 pm Sundays: St. Michael’s ~ 11:00 am St. Bernard’s Mission, Elkford ~ 4:00 pm Thursdays: St. Michael’s ~ 6:30 pm Fridays: Lilac Terrrace ~ 11:00 am Confessions: Following each mass, or by appointment. Pastor: Father Marcel Cote 250-425-6444

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Parish Office 250-423-6127

Clergy: Jane Clarke D.L.M. 250-423-6010 www.elkvalleyunited.com

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CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN 591 4th Avenue, Fernie 250-423-6517

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10:00 am in Fernie 4:00 pm Sparwood Campus gathering

Services: Sunday 10:00 am Wednesday Bible Study: 6:47 pm

Contact Pastor Shawn Barden shawnbarden@gmail.com

Pastor: Rev. R.G. (Ross) Powell

Everyone Welcome

Christ Church Anglican Fernie

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Sunday Service & School 9:30 am BAS Wednesday Service

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Misc for Rent Rental Units Available Sparwood BC Call Marg Gloeckler - Property Manager at 250-425-9095 or Re/Max Elk Valley Realty Ltd. 250-425-9095

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19. Small bed 22. Animal park 23. Female sheep 24. Grab 25. Fireproof material 26. Crooked 28. Amazement 29. Workout area 31. Lard 32. Wettest 34. Christmas tree 35. That girl’s 37. College housing 38. Zest 39. Grin broadly 40. Dividing preposition 41. Load 42. Teen trouble 43. Leg bone 44. Drenches 46. Clever

ANSWER/LAST WEEK - PUZZLE NO. 743

VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)

Your authority is challenged and you have to demonstrate some originality in order to regain control. A little uncertainty could cause you to feel some anxiety.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)

You seem to be light years away from being able to realize your goals. But you’ll soon see the light at the end of the tunnel and all you’ll have to do is make it across the finish line.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)

Negotiations are tough, at the office as well as with family members. Take a break and eat properly to avoid being overwhelmed by stress.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)

You feel very much alone in your love relationship. Take heart, as communication channels will open up towards the middle of the week. Consequently, there’s no point in feeling impatient before then.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)

You see quite a lot of action this week. On a professional level, the competition may begin wooing you by offering you a much better salary. Despite their promises, make sure you don’t overspend.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)

You need to take a step back from a particular situation. A few days of reflection are needed. You’ll then be in a better position to start up again and build some momentum.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20)

You’re responsible for gathering some people together. Don’t let yourself be unduly influenced by your friends, or they may succeed in getting you to spend beyond your means.

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hen mental health issues arise among teenagers, parents often wonder: Did Drugs, alcohol and mental alcohol or drugs cause this? Or did a pre-existing health problems: which came first? mental health issue cause the substance use? Substance use and Dr. David Smith mental health problems often go hand-in-hand. In fact, surveys show that 33 per cent of youth with a diagnosed mental health condition also have a substance use issue. The rates are even higher among those with a diagnosed substance use condition (such as dependence on alcohol or addiction to drugs), with anywhere from 60 to 80 per cent found to have an underlying mental health condition. When mental illness and substance use show up together it is called a “concurrent disorder” and it is particularly challenging to treat because both issues must be explored and treated at the same time. Sometimes the two are very closely entwined; sometimes they just exist together. Why do the two issues so often occur together? One reason is that the risk factors underlying both the mental health condition and the substance use issue are similar and may include a genetic predisposition, family history or any of a series of common life stressors such as a past experience of loss, trauma, abuse or poor attachment; a difficult or unstable family or living situation; limited supportive adults in their life; chronic stress; learning disabilities or poor school performance issues; poverty and neglect. Sometimes the substance use itself can actually trigger mental health concerns like depression, paranoia or hallucinations that may clear up once the substance use is stopped. Another reason is self-medication. Sometimes a teenager begins to use substances because he or she finds it provides temporary relief from uncomfortable or disconcerting symptoms. They may feel using the substance helps relieve anxiety, tension or depression. For a time it reduces psychological or physical suffering or makes them feel better. When self-medication is occurring, there is a greater risk of long-term dependence because the youth truly feels the substance is helping them cope. Alcohol and marijuana (or cannabis) are the substances most used by B.C. teenagers. We now know that adolescent brains, particularly the critical frontal lobes, are not completely developed until about age 25. Youth brains are not just immature versions of adult brains, they also appear to be more vulnerable to substance use in ways that adult brains are not. It seems that the younger the start, the higher the risk. The older youth are when they started using alcohol or marijuana, the less likely they are to be current users or to engage in risky behaviours such as mixing different types of alcohol, drinking at high risk levels, using drugs such as amphetamines or crystal meth, or to have injected drugs. Fortunately, results from the 2013 Adolescent Health Survey found that more B.C. students are waiting to try alcohol and/or cannabis until after they are at least 15 years of age or older. But the 2013 survey also found that 75 per cent of 16 to 18-year-olds had tried alcohol and 46 per cent had tried marijuana. While most youth do not develop long-term addictions or mental health issues, substance use alone comes with significant risks to their health and wellness. Binge drinking, alcohol poisoning, driving while intoxicated, unprotected sex, and injuries are all risks that arise from substance use, independent of any mental health concerns. Protective factors against using either drugs or alcohol include good supervision from caring adults, strong connections to school, a positive peer group, involvement in extracurricular activities, and positive self-esteem and attitudes. In recent years, concerns have been raised about the role heavy marijuana use can have in the onset of psychosis (hallucinations and delusions) and even schizophrenia. In the 2002 Dunedin study (UK) researchers found that cannabis use in adolescence significantly increased the odds of developing schizophrenia in adulthood, especially in psychologically vulnerable individuals who had used the drug by age 15. More research on this link will be forthcoming, but we do know that stopping cannabis use is the first essential step to getting the psychosis and schizophrenia under control. If you suspect that drugs or alcohol may be a problem with your child and may be contributing to a mental health problem, see your family doctor. The doctor may decide to refer you to the Child and Youth Mental Health Services in your community or to the Provincial Youth Concurrent Disorders Program at BC Children’s Hospital. 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