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ighteen locals stood at the bottom of the Timber Chair on Saturday, Feb. 28, decked out in furry hats, vests and plaid — all for the sake of taking the title in the Extreme Griz Competition.

The competition was split into seven rounds. Competitors were expected to devour a plate of pancakes, make it through a Griz obstacle course, throw an axe at a target, toss a log, tug rope in tugo-war, take part in a one-legged balance challenge and lastly fiercely fight in a leg wrestling competition.

Due to the sunny weather on Saturday, a crowd quickly gathered around for the competition, which event facilitator Mike Vanderdeen was pleased to see. “It was great seeing so many people come out and support the event and watch,” said Vanderdeen. “We had really great weather that

day and a lot of people spent time watching the competition. I think it was received really well and everyone had a great time.” The winners Jason Dubray and Hannah Sullivan were crowned with their titles on stage Saturday evening following the “Fire and Ice” Parade.

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Griz Days floats parade through city

The Fire & Ice Parade marched down Victoria Avenue on the evening of Saturday, Feb. 28 to celebrate Griz Days. Local businesses and organizations decked out their floats and waved to a crowd of hundreds that lined the street. Among them a prehistoric-themed Teck float, a Griz Jail and a string of beer cans that followed the Fernie Brewing Company truck down the street. That evening, fireworks also took to the sky as part of the festival celebration. Photos by S. Kucharski

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Stetski to lead NDP in Kootenay Columbia Columbia Ministry of Environment, qualify him for the position. “I’m very comfortable with the region. I know ormer Cranbrook Mayor Wayne Stetski the values that make this such a great place hopes to lead the NDP to victory this term to live,” said Stetski. “I’m very excited about as he runs for Member of Parliament (MP) serving the people of Kootenay Columbia. I’ve for the NDP in the riding of Kootenay Columbia. spent my life in public service and I truly believe Running against current Conservative MP that is one of the best callings and one of the best David Wilks, Stetski said he was persuaded to things you could do with your life.” run in the 2015 federal election after what he The NDP candidate said he hopes to address viewed as the erosion of Canadian values under issues like affordable day care and homelessness. the Harper Conservative government, including “I am going to make a difference on behalf the poor treatment of veterans and the cuts to the on my constituents. I really see my role as CBC, including the 657 jobs eliminated earlier representing our constituents very strongly both this year. with our leader and ultimately in parliament.” “I’ve always believed in both a sustainable While serving as mayor, Stetski said he focused economy and a sustainable environment and on prioritizing multiculturalism, people with that the two go hand in hand, and watching disabilities, seniors and youth and that in the what has happened under the conservative three years he served the City of Cranbrook, government, that is not the case,” Stetski said, mayor and council made progress on behalf of adding, “Stephen Harper has inflicted serious those groups. damage on our country, making it more and After maintaining second place in the 2011 more difficult to even recognize the Canada we federal election under Mark Shmigelsky, Stetski know and love.” said he is confident in the NDP in this election. Stetski, who served as Cranbrook mayor from “In this riding and in many other ridings across 2011 to 2014, said his experience as both mayor the country, the NDP are best positioned to be and Kootenay Regional Manager for the British successful,” Stetski said. “It will be the NDP that defeat the conservative government in many ridings including this one ultimately.” If successful in the election, Stetski hopes to bring back the Do you know someone who is having a birthday this coming week? values that he believes Let us know who it is, and we will share it in next week’s edition! have been lost during the conservative Local Birthdays Famous Birthdays this week governments reign. “ F ro m my March 6 March 5 perspective we need Jessica Wiebe Sterling Knight – 25 to get Canada back on March 8 March 6 track around the things Evan Thibaud Shaquille O’Neal – 42 that make us proud to March 7 be Canadian,” said Rachel Weisz – 44 Stetski. March 8 Members of the name and a s u Freddie Prinze Jr. – 38 d n se to Just Kootenay Columbia ) d e ir u ear not req March 9 a .c N D P Riding ss re birth date (y p e e rvice@thefr Matthew Gray Gubler – 34 Association will 6 customerse 66 -4 23 )4 or call (250 affirm Stetski as their March 10 candidate at their Chuck Norris – 74 nominating convention March 11 on Sunday, March 15 Johnny Knoxville - 43 in Cranbrook.

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Woodchips fly at Objects soar at Raging lumberjack event Elk Dummy Downhill

New to Griz Days, the Fernie Chamber of Commerce hosted The Rocky Mountain Lumberjack show. Photo by S. Kucharski By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

new event that saw a huge crowd gather at the Aquatic Centre parking lot on Saturday, Feb. 28 was added to the Griz Days schedule to compensate for warmer weather. The Rocky Mountain Lumberjack Show, which also included an encore performance in the evening following its debut afternoon showing, replaced the Rail Jam during this year’s Griz Days festivities. The show, comprised of the travelling Gagne family, got the crowd involved during their hourlong performance. The family consists of 75-year-old Normand, son Gerald and grandsons Brandon, Michael and Nicholas who pleased the audience with sawing, axe swinging and sculpting with chainsaws. Their demonstration was born out of Normand’s previous career, where he used to professionally compete as a lumberjack and performer for a different company. “After my dad retired, we

kept getting approached to do demonstrations and shows. So we just ran with it,” said Gerald. “And now we’re extremely busy.” The family has previously performed in San Diego, Chile, the Montreal Expo, Switzerland and at Disneyland in France. In order to put on the event, the City of Fernie partnered up with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce to cover the extra costs totaling $5,500. “Without that money, we could not have done it,” said Corien Sieders, former Executive Director of the Fernie Chamber of Commerce. She added, “It was a lot of work, but we made it happen and I think it was a really successful event. We had so many people showing up and all the comments I have heard from visitors and locals, they really enjoyed it.” Sieders said that approximately 1,000 attendees made it to the two showings of the Lumberjack show. “It just goes to show that even if there’s no snow, you have to be positive because the event still has to go on,” said Sieders.

The annual Raging Elk Dummy Downhill saw many objects soar through the air. The ultimate winners were Tuck N’ Roll (bottom) for Best Airtime, the Vulcan Express took Best Design, Beam Me Up Scotty (middle) took Best Crowd Reaction and Griz on Vacation (top) for Best Overall. Photos by K. Dingman

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Fernie council discusses invasive plant strategy findings to the city, noting that the City of Fernie is home to many dangerous invasive plant species. A spreading of oxide daisies near Cokato Road and a family of Japanese knotweed plants behind Dairy Queen are just a few

of the species dominating the ecosystem, outcompeting other grasses and resulting in damaged infrastructure, according to EKIPC Field Operations Coordinator Katie Young. EKIPC is a non-profit organization that

was established in 2008. “Municipal engagement is one of our goals this spring,” Young said, as she ast week, representatives from addressed council during the Feb. 23 the East Kootenay Invasive Plant meeting. Council (EKIPC) presented their Young stated that although the City of Fernie has implemented the invasive plant strategy — a pest management plan meant to provide guidelines for City departments and contractors directly involved with managing vegetation and pests — more needs to be done. An increase in the current $5,000 budget was suggested, along with an inventory of the invasive species within city limits, an update to the current invasive plant management plan, the monitoring of treatments and more enforcement with bylaws, including the use of herbicides. “In the bylaw it * . doesn’t state that noxious weeds are exempt from herbicide use,” EKIPC program manager Todd Larsen said. Mayor Mary Giuliano, however, argued that the city has in fact made that information available to the public. Aside from city involvement, Young also noted that residents can also take action against invasive plants. “A lot of people aren’t aware of their obligations,” said Young, expressing that the B.C. Weed Control Act is a legislation that says all land managers are obliged to manage certain species. Residents can approach the RDEK through the neighbourhood invasive plant program, a program that helps landowners with the cost of invasive plant treatments. Larsen suggested that local residents interested in obtaining more information visit Call 310-MYTV (6988), the EKIPC website at go to telus.com/gettv or visit your TELUS store. ekipc.com “Thanks for putting in your time to represent the citizens TELUS STORES of Fernie,” Larsen Cranbrook said as he addressed Tamarack Centre 101 Kootenay St. N 717 Industrial Rd. 2 council. “I think it’s *Offer available until March 22, 2015, where access and line of sight permit, to residential customers who have not subscribed to TELUS TV or Internet in the past 90 days. TELUS Satellite TV is not available to residents of multi-dwelling units. Minimum system requirements apply. Final eligibility a great role you play for the services will be determined by a TELUS representative. TELUS reserves the right to modify channel lineups and packaging, and regular pricing without notice. Cannot be combined with other offers. HDTV-input-equipped television required to watch HD. A retail value of $689, based on the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, plus a 2 year extended warranty, provincial government eco fees and shipping. TELUS reserves the right to substitute an equivalent or better product without notice. A cancellation fee applies for early termination of the service agreement. The cancellation and I sincerely mean fee will be the value of the promotional gift received in return for your term commitment, multiplied by the number of months remaining in the term (with a partial month counting as a full month), divided by the total number of months in the term, plus applicable taxes. If you have chosen that.” free PVR and digital box rental, an additional cancellation fee applies and will be $10 multiplied by the number of months remaining in the term. Rental equipment must be returned in good condition upon cancellation of service, otherwise the replacement cost will be charged to the account.

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9th Street crossing Train greasing zone seen as dangerous prompts complaints bright enough.” She went on to say, “Here in Fernie, there’s definitely a lot of people upset ernie council is asking the at that fact that they feel this is a Ministry of Transportation dangerous situation and it needs to (MOT) to reassess the 9th Street be addressed. They feel the City of and Highway 3 crossing after receiv- Fernie needs to be the one addressing ing a lot of negative feedback from it.” the public. The low sight line The pedestrian and the colour of the crossing, which “I would like to have lights (yellow versus consists of two the typical red) were to a letter sent to the yellow lights blame for the crosswalk ministry stating that on either side being ineffective. we have received of the highway, “We’re all geared to a lot of complaints was introduced drive looking for that regarding the fact that as a pilot overhead lighting,” apparently the lights project last year, Coun. Phil Iddon said. however, during are not as visible [as “This is contrary to the the Feb. 23 they could be].” normal way.” meeting, council Iddon however, concluded that Mary Giuliano noted that the the project is City of Fernie Mayor pilot project is an proving to be improvement from the ineffective. previous crosswalk. “I would like “We never had any to have a letter sent to the ministry control there in the past, so I think stating that we have received a lot what is there is a vast improvement of complaints regarding the fact that from what was there,” Iddon said, apparently the lights are not as visible adding that the reason this was [as they could be],” Fernie Mayor initiated as a pilot project was because Mary Giuliano said, adding that there it was one tenth the cost of a typical have been a lot of near misses with pedestrian crosswalk. vehicles and pedestrian traffic. “The Giuliano added, “It’s just not lights during the daytime are not working as well as it could be.” By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

A train greasing zone south of Fernie, where grease was left scattered across the tracks and buckets were improperly disposed of, raised concern among locals. Submitted photo By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

he Elk River Watershed Alliance (ERA) raised concern over what was initially thought to be an oil spill on the Canadian Pacific (CP) railway tracks next to the Elk River and in proximity to the tunnel south of Fernie on Highway 3, after a local submitted disturbing photos of the litter left behind. The photos included images of the tracks covered in a clear looking substance and buckets disposed of in the nearby ditch

adjacent to the Elk River. A CP representative, confirmed that the debris and substance left at that site was in fact from the wheels of the train being greased. “This is part of normal train operations and we will have our track maintenance crew clean the build-up of oil and address the area in general,” CP Public Affairs & Communications representative Salem Woodrow said. “CP takes pride in keeping our railway clean and ensuring the proper disposal of all debris.”

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Public Pool Safety Notice: Change in Age Requirement

Per the new BC Guidelines for pool operation, effective March 31, 2015, children under the age of 7 will require a responsible person, 16 years of age or older, to accompany them in the water and be within arms’ reach at all times.

Spring is Just Around the Corner

With the warmer than usual temperatures that Elkford has been experiencing, we have noticed that residents are already starting to clean off their lawns. The Public Works Department would appreciate if residents would rake only sand and gravel to the curb gutter. We ask that this material be placed against the gutter, instead of on the road, so it can be picked up by the street sweeper cleanly in its last pass. Grass and leaves plug up the screens inside the sweeper, which slows the process. Grass and leaves can be deposited in compost bins that are provided by the District of Elkford in various locations around town.

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings • March 9 Regular Council @ 6 pm • March 23 Regular Council @ 6 pm These meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road and are open to the public.

Public Works Notice to Residents

The Public Works Department has been experiencing higher than normal problems with blockages in the sewer efﬂuent pumps. Such blockages contribute to pump failures or shortened life expectancy of the pumps. These blockages are a direct result of foreign material making its way into the sewer system. Unacceptable deposits into the sewer system include, but are not limited to, baby or adult wipes, paper towel, mops, rags, petroleum products and prescription medication. Unacceptable items can also create blockages in residents’ sewer service lines and municipal sewer mains, and can result in costly repairs to the homeowner and/or the District.

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2015 Nomination Packages Now Available Do you know someone who promotes and supports Elkford? Someone who is dedicated to making Elkford a great place to live, work, play and learn? Here is your chance to recognize that special person for their commitment to Elkford. Nominations for the 2015 Elkford Citizen of the Year are being accepted until March 13, 2015 at 4:30 pm local time. Nomination packages are available at: www.elkford.ca or the District of Elkford Ofﬁce at 816 Michel Road Nominations can be submitted, in conﬁdence, to: Citizen of the Year Nominating Committee Box 340, Elkford, BC V0B 1H0

New Outdoor Water Conservation Bylaw

At the February 23rd Regular Council Meeting, the new Outdoor Water Conservation Bylaw No. 769, 2015 received its first two readings. The new bylaw will replace the District’s Water Conservation Policy No. 200405 that permits watering daily from 6:00 am to 9:00 am and 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. To ensure sufficient capacities in the District’s reservoirs in the event of a fire emergency, the new bylaw proposes even and odd days for watering with some slight modifications to the permitted hours. This bylaw will be before Council to receive its third reading at the March 9th Regular Council Meeting.

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During last week’s City of Fernie council meeting, Mayor Mary Giuliano brought up the issues residents are having with the 9th Street pedestrian crossing. Council will be sending a recommendation to the Ministry of Transportation (MOT) that the lights be changed to better protect the residents of Fernie. I couldn’t agree with this recommendation more. The lights have limited visibility not only during the day, but also at night, mainly because drivers are not looking to the sides of the road while they’re driving. They’re looking right in front of them, or at least they should be. That’s why the overhead lights are much more effective. Pedestrians also often seem careless when using this crossing. Rather than pressing the button and waiting to see if oncoming traffic has in fact registered that they plan to cross a busy highway crossing, they push the button and then dart across the road. I personally am uncomfortable crossing a road until I’m certain the vehicle is going to come to a complete stop. Even at stop signs, some vehicles slam on their brakes last minute. You can never be completely certain that the driver of a vehicle has seen the lights activate at the 9th Street crossing and are prepared to stop. I understand how that type of pedestrian crossing might be effective on a residential street where drivers are going 40 km/h or slower, but on a highway where drivers are travelling 60 km/h and above the concept of a minimal pedestrian crossing system seems unfathomable. Not only is that crossing putting pedestrians at risk, it’s also putting drivers are risk. Drivers are not programmed to look for this sort of crossing, especially on a busy four-lane highway like this one. Drivers are programmed to look for that overhead lighting system, where a red light tells you to stop and a yellow light cautions you to slow down. Not only is the positioning of the lights confusing to many, but the colour of the crossing can be interpreted as a simple caution to slow down. The colour yellow is also harder to see, especially during the daytime when the sun is setting. I believe the residents of Fernie would feel a lot safer if that pedestrian crosswalk were to have a full overhead lighting system, and although that would cost a great deal more than the current crossing, I think it’s a necessary expense to ensure the safety of pedestrians and drivers.

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It's hilarious really - there is so much wrong with this letter that it is literally impossible to cover it all in a response of similar length. But we'll try. If the act seeks to protect against "jihadi" terrorists specifically, why is the act written with such broad language that peaceful protesters of ANY stripe could potentially be termed terrorists? What definition of "freedom" includes the caveat that "freedom" is only possible through a complete lack of privacy? How is it possible that an overarching government agency that can only function by obtaining specific exceptions to allow it to violate individual freedoms and rights will better be able to protect those freedoms if they no longer have to ask permission to violate them? How will giving government entities more "tools" with less oversight ensure that "gaps in sharing information" disappear given that these tools have NOTHING to do with more effectively sharing information and everything to do with giving the agencies more raw data that they can then fail to share as they do with the information they already have? Thank whoever you like that politicians don't enforce the law, because they'd just write it on the spot to serve their own ends. Jihadi terrorists cannot take away our freedoms. Such a notion is patently absurd to anyone with two brain cells left to rub together. ress We ourselves however - Canadian citizens, voters - can, and are, giving it away at the drop gift voucher of a hat.

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Fernie to introduce public washrooms Coun. Phil Iddon noted that although public washrooms wouldn’t be feasible in the winter months, considering Fernie’s influx of tourism, with the wide variety of summer events in s spring approaches, Fernie council is again looking to Fernie, the summer would provide ample opportunity to introduce public washrooms to the introduce the facilities. downtown core. “I think it’s an important asset for “I think it’s an important During the Feb. 23 council meeting, Coun. ourdowntown core,” said Iddon. “It’s an Ange Qualizza initiated a public washroom asset for our downtown asset that will improve the tourist visits discussion, asking council if there was any core,.” in the downtown core for a number of funding available for the implementation of NEW PROGRAM: events.” these facilities. Phil Iddon He went on to say, “I really think we “There is money budgeted there,” Chief Fernie Councillor should go ahead with that.” Administrative Officer Jim Hendricks said, The proposed location is on the west side noting that the city would be able to access of the Arts Station, however, Hendricks the resort development strategy funds, voiced that they must look further into the which are allocated for festivals and events location as some of that property is not city infrastructure, including stages, gates for owned. crowd control and Porta-Potties. “Once we determine the If all goes according to plan, the city hopes to introduce the costs, as long as it doesn’t take up more than anticipated … facilities to Fernie this year. there is an allocation for it.” By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

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• 6:30 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 – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 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 • 7:30 to 9:00 pm – Women’s Night at Old School Boxing • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Aquafit 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 noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 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

• 6:30 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 • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 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 • 7:30 – Ladies Darts at the Fernie Legion (new members welcome) • 8:00 to 9:00pm –14+ Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool

Thursdays

• 10:30 to noon – Toonie Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 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 • 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 10:30pm – Adult Rec Hockey 19+ at the Sparwood Arena

Fridays

• 6:30 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 • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Skate & Shoot Hockey 18+ at the Sparwood Arena • 12:00 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 • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Public Skate/ Rec Hockey at the Sparwood Arena • 6:00 to 8:00pm - $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 9:00pm – 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

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 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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Big Sugar Live at the Northern. Tickets $40 at the door. Doors open 8:00 pm Showtime 10:00 pm Pretty Faces: The Story of a Skier Girl at the Fernie Arts Station 7:00 pm Learn to Knit Part 1 at Heaven Boutique 7:00 – 9:00 pm First Friday – Art, Food & Wine Showcase at the Park Place Lodge 4:30 – 6:30 pm Blackberry Wood at The Royal. Live alternative Gypsy foot stomp circus. Fernie Nordic Winterfest at Elk Valley Nordic Centre 11:30 am – 2:00 pm The Road to the Olympics at The Fernie Museum with Beckie Scott Goddess Rising at Fernie Community Centre 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Days for Girls Sew-a-thon at Fernie Community Centre Night Skiing at The Mighty Moose, Fernie Alpine Resort 4:00 – 9:00 pm Brickhaus at The Royal, electronic DJ from Calgary Live Music with Jay Burns at The Griz Bar Pancake Breakfast Elko Hall 9:00 – 11:00 am. Adults - $7.00, Kids under 10 $3.00 Fernie Tears & Gears Winter Wheezer at Fernie Nordic Centre Carrie Day Live at Infinitea 6:00 – 8:00 pm InternationalWomen’sDayat The Arts Station 6:30 pm Learn to Crochet Level 2 at Heaven Boutique 7:00 – 9:00 pm Ducks Unlimited Dinner & Auction at Park Place Lodge 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Tickets $25. at the door

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Job Opportunity – Director of Finance & Computer Services (Treasurer)

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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

Outdoor Patio Applications The City of Fernie Sidewalk Patio Policy supports the development of seasonal outdoor seating areas adjacent to eating and licensed liquor establishments in Downtown Fernie. Sidewalk patios are permitted in the area bounded by 3rd Street, the Canadian Pacific Railway right-of-way, 3rd Avenue, and 8th Street, excluding 4th Street. Businesses interested in operating an Outdoor Patio on a City public right-of-way this summer season are encouraged to submit an application on or before the March 15th, 2015 deadline. Businesses that are currently under 3-year license of occupation agreements with the City of Fernie must notify the City of their intent to construct their patio. This notification should be received on or before the March 15th, 2015 deadline. Applications are evaluated on a firstcome, first-served basis. Please contact the City of Fernie Planning Department at 250.423.6817 for more information.

The City of Fernie is seeking an experienced Director of Finance and Computer Services (Treasurer). Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer and working with City Council, Staff and the Community, your primary responsibilities will be to effectively fulfill the duties of the financial officer as set out in section 149 of the Community Charter and the City’s Officer Establishment Bylaw. As the preferred applicant, you have a sound understanding of municipal financial reporting and requirements set out for the public sector and possess the necessary hallmarks of a treasurer: a strong commitment to accountability, financial integrity and ethical conduct. The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting designation and have a minimum of five years of senior management experience. A track record of success as a Corporate Controller, Director of Finance or in a similar strategic financial planning role in a complex organization with an understanding of public sector context is important. See our website Job Opportunities page for the complete job advertisement including desired skills, knowledge and abilities for this exciting opportunity. The City of Fernie offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive employee benefits and a defined benefit pension plan. Resumes and a covering letter detailing your interest in working for the City of Fernie should be forwarded in confidence by 4:00 p.m. MST, on March 20, 2015 to: Jim Hendricks, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Fernie, Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 (T) 250-423-2225 | (E) jim.hendricks@fernie.ca The City of Fernie thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Helps us Keep our Community Attractive and Safe The City of Fernie constantly works to improve the beauty and cleanliness of the community. Randomly discarded trash, even the smallest items such as a cigarette butt, pop can, and plastic bag endangers our environment, our wildlife and the beauty of our community. Littering is illegal and if observed by a Bylaw Enforcement Officer or RCMP, an alleged offender could be fined. Please help prevent litter: • Always dispose of your trash in the proper receptacle; • If you have children, teach them to do the same; • Carry a litter bag and use it; • Never throw anything out of your car window; • Always clean up your site after a picnic and other activities in the parks; • Cover trash receptacles tightly when you put them out for collection; • Secure your load if you carry trash or loose material in a truck. Please note that cigarette butts are one of the most prevalent litter problems in our community. We urge the smokers to exercise more care and dispose of the butts properly and legally. In addition to ruining the beauty of our community littering is an expensive habit for taxpayers. Money is wasted picking it up, and non-biodegradable items like cigarette butts, plastics and cans clog storm drains. For more information regarding littering violations please visit the City’s website “Bylaws” page to view Public Places Bylaw No. 2181, or contact Bylaw Services at 250.423.2244 or bylaw@fernie.ca.

Notice of Intention to Provide Assistance under a Partnering Agreement – Fernie Chamber of Commerce NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Fernie intends to provide assistance to the Fernie Chamber of Commerce under the terms of a partnering agreement pursuant to Section 21 of the Community Charter for the provision of municipal services, being the 2015 Griz Days celebration, providing for payment by the City to the Chamber of Commerce the sum of $5,500.00 for the services described in the agreement. Council will consider this partnering agreement at the March 23, 2015 regular meeting. A complete copy of the proposed partnering agreement can be viewed at the office of the undersigned at City Hall, 501 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC during regular business hours. This is the first of two notices, dated this 5th day of March, 2015. Jim Hendricks Chief Administrative Officer

Leisure Services Happenings Fernie Aquatic Centre Red Cross Standard First Aid Course Register early for this comprehensive first aid course running March 7 & 8, 2015 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Do you need First Aid certification for work requirements? CPR Level C and AED included. Prerequisite: 15 years or older. Registration fee only $142.78 + GST. Bronze Medallion Course The Bronze Medallion is the second step towards a lifeguard certification. Course runs Friday, March 13 from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Saturday, March 14 & Sunday, March 15 from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Must be minimum age 13 years or have Bronze Star. Junior Lifeguard Club is Back Thursday nights from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm starting March 5 to May 14th (no sessions during Spring Break). Check out the Spring Break programs being offered at the Fernie Aquatic Centre Junior Lifeguard Camp: Mar 16 – 20 and/or Mar 23 -27 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Spring Break Aqua-Camp: March 16 – 20 and/or March 23 – 27 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Movie Night: March: 20 at 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Fun pool time then into pajamas for a movie and popcorn. Call the Aquatic Centre at 250 423 4466 ext “0” to register or visit our website for more information on these and other programs. Fernie Memorial Arena At the Fernie Memorial Arena we offer skating programs for the whole family. The Spring Break Schedule for the arena is now available on the website. Take part in Adult Shinny, Skate & Shoot (NEW Time) and No School Friday skating events. Check the website for program dates and times.

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Upcoming Meetings of Council Monday, March 16 Monday, March 30 Tuesday, April 7

(in Council Chambers)

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

Student Summer Employment Opportunities

The District of Sparwood is currently recruiting for the following summer student positions: • • •

Parks and Greenbelt Workers Parks and Greenbelt Worker – RDEK Administrative Assistant

Employment begins May 4, 2015 through to August 28, 2015. You must currently be attending a full time program and be returning in September. Please visit the District of Sparwood’s website at www.Sparwood.ca for further information on our employment opportunities.

2015 Parcel Tax Review Panel Notice of Meeting

A meeting of the Parcel Tax Review Panel will take place on Monday, March 16, 2015 at 6:45 p.m. in Council Chambers, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC, regarding the following bylaws: • Matevic Road water service, authorized by Parcel Tax Bylaw No. 878, 2002 • Sewer and Water Reserve Replenishment Parcel Tax Assessment Roll Bylaw 1091, 2012 • Michel Creek Road Water Extension Local Service Area Parcel Tax Assessment Roll Bylaw 1122, 2013 The purpose of the Hearing is to receive complaints on one or more of the following grounds: a) There is an error or omission respecting a name or address on the parcel tax roll; b) There is an error or omission respecting the inclusion of a parcel; and/or c) An exemption has been improperly allowed, or disallowed;

A complaint shall not be heard by the Panel unless written notice of the complaint has been made to the ofﬁce of the Director of Finance, at least 48 hours prior to the time appointed. (4:00 p.m. on Thursday March 12). The parcel tax assessment rolls are open for inspection at the District Ofﬁce during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding statutory holidays. Barbara Nunes Director of Finance

Invitation to Quote Age-friendly Community Plan Issued: February 25, 2015

The District of Sparwood is seeking quotes from interested parties to develop a Sparwood Agefriendly Community Plan. The Age-friendly Community Plan will entail a comprehensive review of the current ‘age-friendliness’ of Sparwood and encompasses a review of policies, bylaws, community infrastructure, community services, supports and transportation systems etc. The review will include recommendations on future initiatives, policies and directives which will lead Sparwood to achieving an age-friendly designation.

The Respondent will be responsible for the development of a work plan in which to gather the needed information to complete a full review of the Sparwood’s current level of age-friendliness in relation to the parameters set out in the Age-friendly Rural and Remote Communities Guide; Global Age-friendly Cities: A Guide; Becoming an Age-friendly Community: Local Government Guide; and, current industry standards. The Respondent will be responsible for the development of a comprehensive report on Sparwood’s current age-friendly status, provide recommendations and a plan of action which will lead Sparwood to achieving an Age-friendly Designation.

Respondents should have a connection to the community, experience in engaging communities and a high level of ability in report writing. They must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and be effective in engaging both seniors and adults. Quotations must include a summary of respondents qualiﬁcations, references and project costs. For full details of this ITQ visit www.BidBC.ca or www.Sparwood.ca. Enquiries and submissions may be directed to dlawrence@sparwood.ca. Quotes must be submitted via email to dlawrence@sparwood.ca no later than 1:00 pm MST, March 23, 2015. Respondents may submit print copies by mail or in person to Box 669, 367 Pine Ave. Sparwood, BC, V0B 2G0.

Bylaw Enforcement Service Contract Opportunity

The District of Sparwood has a unique and exciting contract opportunity for a dynamic individual seeking a challenge and who is keenly aware of the importance of consistent bylaw enforcement whilst promoting positive and effective public relations with residents, businesses and visitors. The ideal candidate will have strong dispute resolution skills and have experience in enforcement activities within the Elk Valley. The deadline to submit your application, including cover letter, resume and references, is 4:00pm on Friday, March 13, 2015.

Please visit the District’s website at www.sparwood.ca for additional information regarding this opportunity.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Council for the District of Sparwood will, at the Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m. on March 16, 2015 consider Development Variance Permit 2014-005 for a portion of LOT 13 DL 4588 KD PLAN 1358 (100 INDUSTRIAL ROAD #1) as shown on Schedule A to:

a. Vary Section 3.A.(4) of the Subdivision Servicing Bylaw No. 591, 1994 to remove the additional Street lighting required to allow for construction of four proposed mobile home spaces as outlined in the application;

b. Vary Section 3.A.(8) of the Subdivision Servicing Bylaw No. 591, 1994 to remove the drainage system required in accordance with the standards set out in Schedule “E” to allow for construction of four proposed mobile home spaces as outlined in the application; c. Vary Schedule “B” of the Subdivision Servicing Bylaw No. 591, 1994 to reduce the minimum pavement width for local roads from 10.4 m to 5.8m. to allow for construction of four proposed mobile home spaces as outlined in the application; Area of proposed mobile home spaces is shown in hatched lines on the map above. Applicant: Spardell Mobile Home Park Ltd. Inc. No 125663 Address: Box 1056, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0

All persons who believe that their interest is affected by the proposed variance shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission on the matters contained within DVP 2014-005 at the Regular Council Meeting. Written submissions may be sent to the District of Sparwood, Box 520, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0. Electronic submissions by email should be sent to sparwood@sparwood.ca. Please note that due to potential email issues, all submissions sent by email should be conﬁrmed by phone at the number listed below. These submissions must be received by no later than 4:00 p.m. on March 16, 2015 in order to ensure their availability to Council at the Regular Meeting.

All submissions must include your name and street address and are considered public information, pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The above Variance and related staff reports and background information may be inspected online at http://www.sparwood.ca/government/news or at the Municipal Ofﬁce, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, B.C., during regular ofﬁce hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. local time, Monday to Friday from March 3 – March 16, 2015. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Planning Department at 136 Spruce Avenue or (250) 425-6271. Nelson Wight, Manager of Planning Dated this 25 Day of February, 2015

Arts&Entertainment WhatsOn THE FREE PRESS Thursday, March 5, 2015

What’s on in the Elk Valley this week.

Vancouver based DJs stop in Fernie as part of western Canadian tour was mostly empty space. With the first beats being laid If you think that something down, the message being brought positive will happen to you, by these two became all so clear; I mean, think real hard that attendee’s ears were in for one everything will turn out great… hell of a ride. A unique and heavy it will! That’s how the universe sound that mixed almost every works,” explained DJ Mitch aspect of the electronic genre Mckinnon just before going on from dubstep to house filled The stage at The Grand Central Hotel Central. & Bar. Getting into the psyche of Delivering fresh and original the duo wieldfloor fillers, this ing electronic wasn’t your average party animal DJ set. The two were “We take that that is Hertz in complete sync, positive energy and Donut was an down to the final throw it back onto enlightening bass drop. By the the dance floor.” experience to time Hertz Donut say the least. had stretched their Tim Lange On the verge muscles, the dance Hertz Donut DJ of ending floor was bouncing what has been and good times were a successful in demand. tour across No strangers to ski most parts of western Canada, towns, the guys knew exactly these Vancouver-based DJs how to get the crowd going. With have put everything into their a mixed presence of locals and sound. After playing a string of travelling fans on the dance floor, festivals, including Fozzy Fest it made no real difference to the on Lake Koocanusa, throughout DJ’s attitude or to the set list. last summer, this happy factory A newcomer to electronic or a on wheels doesn’t seem to be seasoned veteran, it was all fair slowing down production, and game to anyone who wanted to they are pumped to be where they keep up to these beats. are now. Hertz Donut were digging the This being their first time rabbit hole deeper and deeper playing in Fernie, both Mckinnon as time went on, seeing just how and Tim Lange didn’t seem to far the music would take their feel the fatigue of life on the road. audience into Wonderland. Like two kids in a candy store, the A great first impression, Hertz excitement they showed towards Donut will be heading to Red what they do is beyond inspiring Deer to bring their tour full circle. and incredibly infectious. Expect a lot from this twin attack “We take that positive energy,” of pure happy mayhem in the described Lange, “and throw it future, with an extended play back onto the dance floor. When (EP) due in spring, prepare your the music starts playing, we want ear buds for some bass. To miss it to be like, ‘Hurts, don’t it?’” these guys would be a tragedy, a Good vibes and an electrifying great addition to the west coast presence were needed to fill what scene

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The Parent Trip

A taste of Hertz Donut at The Central

h e r e seems to be certain universal similarities among children. They like Shelby Cain candy. They like animals. They like music. My girls like music a lot. In fact, they’re getting pretty fanatical about it. Very few days go by without us busting out into a full-blown dance party. It really helps with those 4:30 p.m. doldrums. Their moves are starting to gain some serious momentum too. They can switch from ballerina to back-up dancer for Justin Timberlake on a dime. Sometimes I stop in my tracks and think, where did you learn that? I have no idea. I’m hoping it’s not from me. Lately, the phrase “turn it up, Mom!” has become very popular in our car. But they don’t want just anything turned up anymore. It looks like our days of Raffi and Baby Beluga may be coming to an end. Suddenly, they want pop music. Taylor Swift. Katy Perry. Pink. Oh God. I’m accepting some guilt for exposing them to this type of music in the first place. If a good beat comes on the radio, I can’t help but bop along. They also have older cousins who have contributed. But, however this happened, one thing is for sure: bumping up and down in our little red wagon just isn’t cool anymore. They want to rock. Which is fine. I mean, it was bound to happen eventually. But listening to your four-year-old sing “we, are never, ever, ever, getting back together!” at the top of her lungs is a little disturbing. Suddenly I’m skimming all my playlists and removing anything that may corrupt their innocent minds. It doesn’t leave me with much. I remember going through this same phase when I was a kid. I loved the radio. I loved to sing. But the lyrics seemed very confusing. I learned to adapt. One of my favorites was “Maneater” by Hall and Oates. In my six-year-old brain it went, “Watch out boys she’ll chew you up, oh-oh here she comes, she’s a mad beetle!” It made perfect sense to me. It was years later that I actually learned what the real lyrics were. To be honest, I was quite disappointed. In my mind that giant, shiny black beetle was coming right for me. It was thrilling! Last week Four was singing “I’m getting junk on a plane.” Halfway through the song she stopped to ask me if they actually gave you junk when you were on a plane. I said yes, honey, they absolutely do. “Why Mom? And where do you put the junk? What kind of junk is it?” Oh boy. She’ll be so disappointed when she grows up and finds out the truth. Getting mystery junk seems way more exciting than getting drunk. For now, bring on the junk!

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Greatest curler of all time speaks to Fernie By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

onsidered to be the greatest curler of all time, retired Olympian Kevin Martin made his way to the Fernie Museum last weekend as part of the museum’s “Road to the Olympics” program series. Coinciding with the annual Griz Days celebration, just over a dozen attendees viewed the museum’s exhibit while listening to Martin’s engaging speech about his own road to success. Competing in three Winter Olympics and one World Championship, Martin’s 30 year career began in Killam, Alberta, a town Martin said had a population of just under 200 while he was growing up. “If you’re the best curler in a school of 35 people, really how good are you? Martin joked, noting that as a child growing up in a small town he had the advantage of playing several different sports. Martin said that experiencing a wide variety of sports

at a young age is important for the growth of athletes because they quickly realize what sports they excel in. “The majority of top athletes are from small towns,” Martin said. Holding records for the most Olympic victories with 20 total wins in the Olympics, Martin showcased his gold and silver medals during his presentation, passing them through the audience. Standing in front of his own Gordon Milne portrait, Martin told stories about his experience in the Olympics, while not forgetting to express gratitude to the artist behind the exhibit, who he said captured his expression. “I can see in the eyes that he actually caught my personality and that has never happened before,” Martin said of Milne’s portrait. “To be able to capture a person’s inside is completely different from capturing the outside.” The Olympic presentation will continue this weekend Curler Kevin Martin spoke to a crowd of locals at the Fernie with cross-country skier Beckie Scott heading to Fernie Museum alongside Gordon Milne’s portrait. on Saturday. Photo by K. Dingman

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Women in Business A celebration of Elk Valley Business Women

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LOCAL WOMEN MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Who are these exceptional women?

2. Kim Campbell briefly succeeded Brian Mulroney in the role as head of Canada, from June to November 1993. 1. Valentina Tereshkova (Russia) traveled into space in 1963, two years after Yuri Gagarin, the first man in space. Answers

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3. Elizabeth Blackwell (Great Britain) graduated from Geneva Medical College in New York in 1849.

5. Born in Poland, I was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize. Actually, I won two: one for physics (1903) and one for chemistry (1911). I discovered po lonium and radium. 6. I represented Romania in the 1976 Montreal Olympics. At age 14, I was the first woman to receive a perfect score of 10 on the uneven bars. I earned the same score in six other events. 7. I was the first woman to head a ma jor Western democracy. I am the only woman to have served as prime minister of the United Kingdom. I was nicknamed the “Iron Lady.”

4. Charlotte Cooper (Great Britain) won an Olympic gold in tennis in Paris in 1900. At that time, women only participated in two disciplines; Margaret Ives Abbott (U.S.A.) won the gold in golf.

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1. The first woman in space? 2. The first woman prime minister of Canada? 3. The first woman doctor? 4. The first female Olympic champion?

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o you know the women who made history and pioneered the way for so many others? Put your knowledge to the test on International Women’s Day.

orking on the Women In Business section has to be one of my favourite topics to write about. Not only do I have the opportunity to interview some successful and driven women working here in the Elk Valley, it is inspiring to hear their stories, learn from their challenges and have the knowledge that these ladies are but a few of the women that keep our businesses and industries running smoothly and efficiently. Typically these women play many important roles aside from their professional one, as mothers, sisters, daughters and volunteers, and are able to show us all what success can be without losing sight of their other responsibilities. In my roles as co-owner of Rapid Water Services, writer for The Free Press and councillor for the District of Sparwood I am always keen to learn how women are evolving their businesses, facing challenges head on and finding balance between work and family. I know myself as I face some of my busier weeks, that finding and maintaining that healthy balance can sometimes be a struggle, but in those times I know how greatly I am supported by family, friends, and other women in the workforce. It is my hope that as individual communities in our Elk Valley we will be able to come together through business, will learn from one another and encourage each other in all areas of business, social and personal growth and development ensuring that we will all have the resources and knowledge to find personal success. I take great pride in sharing the stories of women throughout the Elk Valley and beyond who have set personal or professional goals and achieved them, women who are role models to many others and women who inspire others to chase their dreams and live their passion. I hope that everyone will have the chance to attend the International Women’s Day Celebrations taking place throughout the Valley, and be inspired by the women featured in our Women in Business feature.

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LOCAL WOMEN MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Marcia Johnson

Co-Owner, Apex Power and Automation How many years have you been in the community? We have lived in the Elk Valley for about seven years. What is your business name, and when did you start your business? Apex Power & Automation, Electrical Contractors, established 2003 in Lethbridge and 2004 in Elkford. What inspired you to start your company? Electrical runs deep in my husband’s family, three generations, so we wanted to put those skills to work in our own business. What’s it like running a business in a small community? Our biggest challenge is hiring people who want to live here and raise their families locally. How do you balance work and your personal life? Thankfully, I have a great family support system. My husband, Brad Johnson and our five kids (kid six lives in Florida), are contributing to the longevity of our business. From cleaning trucks, cutting firewood or organizing the shop there is something for everyone to do, each of us rally together to show our support for our guys out in the field. We work hard and play hard, therefore as a company we host an annual ski trip, camping trip, golf tourney, BBQ’s, shop breakfasts and Christmas parties. How do you continue to evolve your business? Thankfully we have staff with different skill sets which allow us to work not only in industrial but also commercial and residential electrical projects as well. Supporting the work at the mines has always been a key to our business, however, we are currently working on three different school reconstruction projects, a water treatment plant, and an exciting new electric co-generation plant, as well as our daily maintenance projects. In addition to electrical and automation, we offer full service from engineering

to construction, maintenance and training of these projects. We are now also building portable metal buildings that can be transported and placed at any jobsite. What are the challenges you face in the business world? There are changes in the electrical code that we need to be on top of as well, as we are continually learning new technologies, leadership building and honing our customer service skills. We challenge our team with diverse jobs so working together with different personalities and experience helps create great solutions for our clients. What are the demands of your job? Since our company is located both in the B.C. and Alberta, I am continually on the road between provinces. There is a lot of work that happens behind the scenes most weekends so I have to be on the ball in order to make time to attend our kids events as well as scheduling time to be active in our community. For example I am the Chair of the Coal Miner Days Board, Secretary of East Kootenay Scouting, and The Fernie Academy’s Dance/ Fundraiser Coordinator. How many staff members work for you? We have a team of around 30. What are some of the challenges you face being a woman in business? Thankfully, we have had some amazing women in history who have had led the way to help equality in the workforce. As a business owner, I set the wages, so therefore things are based on experience rather than being a man or a woman. What advice do you have to other women wanting to start their own business? It is important to surround yourself with

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Julie Gallant

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ulie Gallant is a BC Registered Massage Therapist and Yoga Teacher who has now gone mobile! RELAX as she delivers a first class massage and excellent customer service, all in the comfort of your own home or vacation rental. Combining her expertise of anatomy and ways to treat injuries, conditions and problems she also incorporates the magical power of essential oils to facilitate the healing process, may it be muscular, ligamentous, tendons or other bodily systems. Julie offers yoga programs, also in the comfort of your own home with your group of friends and/or family. Julie adds an original twist to her classes by integrating essential oils, sure to leave your house smelling wonderful! Like her on facebook via Realign Massage Therapy and Yoga to get great body tips! You can contact Julie at: julie.gallant@hotmail.com

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Angela Etheridge Owner, Etheridge Law How many years have you been in the community? I moved to the Elk Valley in October 2005. What is your business name, and when did you start your business? Etheridge Law and I opened that office in December 2012. What inspired you to start your company? From October 2005 until December 2012 I worked as an associate lawyer at another law office in Fernie, where I gained valuable experience. The inspiration to start my own law office came from many directions, but ultimately, it was the desire to be fully in charge of my working life and environment. It was a decision that I did not make lightly. However, I can say without a doubt that I have no regrets in making the decision to start my own business. It is so much more rewarding to go to work everyday when you are working at something that you alone created and are responsible for. What’s it like running a business in a small community? In particular, running a law office in a small community presents its challenges in the sense that there can be a lot of conflict between potential clients. As lawyers, we have a professional and ethical obligation to avoid any perceived or actual conflicts of interest (meaning that, for example, you cannot put yourself in a position where you cannot represent your client’s interest absolutely). In a

small community, potential conflicts of interest arise frequently. How do you balance work and your personal life? The reason that I moved to the Elk Valley in the first place was because of all of the mountain sports on offer. So, living in this area certainly helps me balance my work and personal life well as I like to be very active. In the summer, I am an avid mountain biker. In the winter months, I snowboard, splitboard, cross country ski and snow bike. When I am going through a particularly busy time at work, like getting ready for, or doing a trial, I am sometimes not able to balance my work and personal life very well, but that is usually time limited and I make up for it when things calm down. How do you continue to evolve your business? This is certainly something I struggle with because the practice of law is difficult to “evolve” in a business sense. Of course, I have to stay current in all areas of law in which I practice and that is an ongoing an onerous task. But in terms of evolving the business aspect of it, I try very hard to offer my client’s ease of communication and transactions by using every electronic method that is available, which is something I think a lot of my clients appreciate. What are the challenges you face in the business world? A business challenge that I face is that I have a lot of empathy for

people that come to me for help when their problems are not necessarily of their own doing. Particularly if the person has financial difficulties, I find it difficult to charge my regular rates. Not charging for your services is not exactly good business sense! But I believe that being a lawyer should be just as much about helping people as making a living. This is a particularly nice aspect of running my own business; I feel that I have more freedom to help people at low or no cost when the situation warrants. What are the demands of your job? The demands of being a lawyer are many, but at the same time I find those demands rewarding. It is a stressful job in the sense that people are really relying on you, but at the same time the fact of that reliance results in a personally rewarding career when you are able to help people work through their problems. What are some of the challenges you face being a woman in business? I occasionally get questions to the effect of whether I am tough enough to do my job. I’ve often wondered if I was a male whether I would still receive those types of questions. I don’t really find this a “challenge” per se, just an anecdotal story; I don’t really let stuff like that bother me. For the most part, I find that the legal community in the East Kootenays is very welcoming to everyone and I generally do not think that

a female lawyer is presented with any extra challenges than her male counterparts (in these parts anyway). What advice do you have to other women wanting to start their own business? If you have an inkling at all to start your own business, first plan and analyze to ensure that the business will be profitable, but once past that hurdle my advice is to just go for it. I had mulled over starting my own office for a long time before I did so. I didn’t do it earlier because I was nervous as to whether it would work out. But in retrospect, although it was a lot of hard work to get things up and running, I didn’t have anything to be nervous about.

Nina Sran

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Tamarra Pryhitko

Owner, Sparwood Pacific Mortgage How many years have you been in the being able to offer a product that will suit my community? I am lucky, I grew up in this clients needs. What inspired you to start your company? community and have been here my whole life. I left for a short duration for schooling, and After working in finance, I found myself always returned and was welcomed with open arms. I intrigued and wanting to further my education. love that I get to raise my kids here, as I believe Looking ahead I wanted a career that I didn’t view as a ‘job’ and gave me the ability to stay at this community has so much to offer families. home and raise What is your business name, my two little and when did ones. Being a you start your mortgage broker “If I were to give advice to another gave me both. I business? My am able to work business is a sub women who is thinking about out of my home, brokerage from a larger firm out wanting to start their own business it limiting the time away from of Vancouver, would be to believe in themselves. ” spent my little ones. It Pacific Mortgage does make for Corp. I have some long nights been a broker for at times, but for six years, I did the next couple take some time to start my family where I was still very of years I wouldn’t want it any other way. What’s it like running a business in a small much involved in my business but more on a educational basis. I took the time to learn community? It brings challenges along with more and build relationships with much of my benefits. I feel that people like to be able to lenders. Now having my youngest at almost a connect with the person that they are trusting year, I am excited to ramp up my business and with their financing and largest purchase, be able to share what I have learnt over the past their home. Running a business within this couple of years with my clients. I take pride in community allows me to be that person, if I do

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not know the person directly they can connect me to a family member or friend. With that some people are not comfortable with someone they know, knowing their personal financial information, which I can understand and appreciate, however I do conduct my business very professionally everything that is discussed is 100 per cent confidential. How do you balance work and your personal life? At times it is hard, my kids are little and require a lot time, it all comes down to scheduling. I have an amazing support system, which enables me to take the time required for my business while knowing that my kids are with family. It is hard leaving your kids to go back to work, but being able to leave them waving and happy is so nice. How do you continue to evolve your business? I recently took my business to social media. There are some great tools and opportunities that can be found with the use of social media and the people that I have been able to connect with has been great. I am also committed to continued education, there is always new information out there. What are the demands of your job? My biggest demand is scheduling, I want to be available for my clients at their convenience. Which means I do not run my business

8am-4pm, I am here for my clients 8am-8pm Monday-Sunday. I dedicate time everyday to watching trends and the markets all while ensuring my clients come first. What are some of the challenges you face being a woman in business? I would have to say my biggest challenge would be having dual responsibilities to my business and my family, and finding ways to devote time to both in trying to achieve a work-life balance. What advice do you have to other women wanting to start their own business? If I were to give advice to another women who is thinking about wanting to start their own business it would be to believe in themselves. You are the author of your own book, do your research, make a business plan, know your market and the possibilities are endless.

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ow many years have you been in the Fernie community? I moved to Fernie in October 2014 after working at Save On Foods in Grand Prairie, A.B. It’s been a great move coming to Fernie; I love the people and the team at Overwaitea. Working in a small community is much easier – people are more willing to take the time to answer your questions and help you out if needed.

What are the responsibilities of your position? I oversee the produce department and help out with some of the management duties. Number one is to make sure Overwaitea’s great customer service standards are upheld.

What opportunities have you had in your career with Overwaitea? I feel that Overwaitea is a great promoter of helping people advance their career. I have moved quite quickly within the company as I have only been with Overwaitea Food Group for five and a half years. How do you balance your work and your family life? At work, 100% of my attention is at work, and when I’m away from work I make the most of my personal time.

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Joanne Wilton

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onsistently evolving to the high call 24/7 and ensuring the whole hotel runs demands of the hospitality industry smoothly, but Wilton credits her staff with is what local Joanne Wilton can always being on their toes, and always pulling be seen doing best at her job as Manager of together to get the job done. When asked about The Causeway Bay Hotel. Somewhat new specific challenges about the job in a small to the position, the prospect of managing community Wilton explains that staffing is the the hotel fell upon her as she was sought out biggest struggle. “Most definitely the biggest by the company challenge is staffing - for who knew she many reasons. Of would excel. “It “The reality is that my staff course it is the never occurred depends on me to make sure the service industry to me to get into this line of so wages are not work environment is running work. I had left high therefore smoothly so I have to give another position retention can be Due to about three it priority at times. If my family difficult. the high wages years ago and the Causeway needs me I am there, and if nobody in the valley, many students Bay manager needs me I grab a good book. ” and owners do not need to work, so we contacted me and asked if I don’t get many would be up to the challenge of taking on the job applications for student part-time work, position. After some negotiation I decided to therefore filling positions such as evening give it a go. It was a huge learning curve but I dishwasher can be challenging. We have a core felt very at home almost immediately and have staff that has been at the Causeway for years, loved every minute of it,” she says. which is wonderful, and then we have high The position is highly demanding, and turnover in other positions as people find other, Wilton faces many challenges of being on higher paying jobs or move on to other places.

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The fact that we are a one industry town affects how busy we are. Slow times can be brutal and busy times can be equally brutal in a different way.” Finding balance in this fast paced industry is equally important to Wilton, and she ensures that she makes the most of her downtime. “When I am working I am focused on work, when I am with my husband I am fully present with him, same with my two girls and my grandkids. They have my attention when I am with them and they fully understand that if the phone rings I may have to go or deal with the call. The reality is that my staff depend

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wo businesses offering the same services to a niche market in a small town. You would have thought that they would be in direct competition right? Right and wrong! While most businesses see some competition as healthy rivalry, birth professionals like doulas are a funny breed. Although they are in direct competition with each other, what guides their practice is ensuring that a mother to be and her partner have the best possible birth. If a family meets with all the local doulas and then doesn’t book anyone, the doulas will often worry about the family and wonder why, when they reached out for additional support, and then they decided to go with no one. If an expecting couple meets with all the available doulas in the area and choose Doula A over Doula B, is Doula B upset and resentful? No, she is pleased that the family is making sure that they have the best support possible for them and for their chosen birth experience. Ideally this model could work in most health care industries - working together for customer satisfaction. However doula work is unique, it is a calling, it is a passion, it has to be when you are on call for most of your life; a commitment that means no drinking, missing children’s activities and performances, birthdays, date nights, weddings etc. A doula will go without sleep for 27 hours in a row to ensure that a mom and dad get the support that they need. Along the whole journey she knows she has a community of like-minded women waiting to support her however she needs it when the

birth is over. That’s healthy competition. Doulas support each other as a community, without this support a doula will quickly burn out and stop doing this much needed and requested work. There are about 120 births in the Elk Valley hospital each year and over 15 per cent of these are supported by a doula, this is much higher than the national average which tells us that local mothers are aware of the ‘Doula Advantage.’ The area midwives also strongly support the use of a doula, in addition to their services, as they see the amazing reduction in intervention that having a doula provides. Potential clients sometimes question a doula’s fees, however once a family has used a doula they will most likely tell every pregnant woman they know that the services provided are priceless. Unfortunately, doulas can only take on a limited number of clients per month to guarantee attendance at their client’s births. This is another reason why networking, and embracing the other doulas in their community, is so important to them. A beautiful example of this approach to business is a Shared Care model. This is when a client is shared between two doula practices, the support is doubled for the client and the workload is halved for the doulas. It’s a win-win for all those involved and this model could not exist if there was resistance due to competition. At the end of the day, if you’re working towards a common goal, the best approach to healthy competition is supportive communication, and a genuine belief that there’s enough slices of the ‘birth’-day cake for everyone!

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The Free Press The Elk Valley celebrates women By Katelyn Dingman While International Women’s Day works to bring women from several countries around the world together to celebrate their achievement, the Elk Valley has been dedicating their time and resources to recognize local business women. Last month, the Fernie Chamber of Commerce hosted their first Women in Business event, where successful women throughout the Elk Valley were commended for their achievements. Business women throughout the community, including artist Angela Morgan who has pieces in 12 galleries across Canada, gathered at Infinitea T-Bar & Boutique to discuss how they gained and maintained success in the business world. Through social interactions like the Women in Business event, the chamber hopes to develop a support network for business women throughout the valley. It’s important to remember how far women have come in achieving equality with men, not only in traditionally female-dominated sectors but also in non-traditional occupations, like the trades, journalism and even politics. Here in the Elk Valley, women hold a strong political voice. In fact, six women hold seats on council in the District of Sparwood, the District of Elkford and

the City of Fernie. Not only did Fernie gain female councillor Ange Qualizza in the 2014 Municipal Election, but Mary Giuliano was also re-elected as mayor, leading the city for a second term. Nationally, over the last decade women have taken on a dominant role in politics. In 2013, over 85 per cent of Canadians were governed by female premiers. Christy Clark and the Kathleen Wynne continue to lead the provinces of British Columbia and Ontario as premiers. Journalism is another field that, although typically being recognized as male-dominated, has begun to shift. Here at The Free Press, we are proud to recognize the seven amazing women who represent the Elk Valley’s community newspaper. Although journalism was once recognized as a ‘boy’s club,’ times have changed, and powerful women like CBC’s Anna Marie Tremonti and Adrienne Arsenault deliver hard hitting news to viewers across the country. The Elk Valley is also home to skilled tradespeople and unlike the past, today the door is open to women who want to become involved in trades, whether that includes plumbing, mining, trucking or carpentry. Skilled trades are in high demand, and with a shortage of skilled workers, job opportunities are opening up to women that have acquired trades training, skills and certifications.

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It’s beautiful

Riders and Nitros tied through two games

By Taylor Rocca and Sara Moulton Black Press Staff

The Fernie Ghostriders weren't about to allow the Kimberley Dynamiters to stroll into the Fernie Memorial Arena and steal two consecutive games to open the Eddie Mountain Division final. The Ghostriders delivered in Game 2 Monday night, tying the best-of-seven series 1-1 following a 5-2 victory. "Game 1, emotions were running high. We were all kind of getting on each other and we weren't playing the kind of hockey we know we can play," said Ghostriders forward Aaron Neufeld Monday. "We lost our home-ice advantage, so [Monday] we just looked to come in and be calm, not let our emotions run high. Stay even keel. Just play the hockey we know we can play and we showed it.” Neufeld, a 20-year-old native of Calgary, led the charge for the Ghostriders in Game 2, opening the scoring with a power-play goal in the first period and adding an insurance marker at even strength to make it 4-2 midway Kimberley Dynamiters goaltender Brody Nelson gets low to stone Fernie Ghostriders captain Dylan Robertson during second-period action at the Fernie Memorial Arena Monday night. Robertson and the Ghostriders got the through the third period. Photo by S. Moulton The third-year Ghostrider added an assist on Taylor last laugh in Game 2 with a 5-2 victory to even the best-of-seven series 1-1. Sincennes' game-winning goal with 3:45 remaining in the second period to round out a three-point performance. Mohr. "You've got to move. You've got to jump. You've got lock with a breakaway goal moments later. Neufeld sits third in KIJHL playoff scoring with four "It was exactly what we expected. It was great for the to support the puck. I thought we started to do a better job goals and 11 points following Monday's effort. of it and as the game went on, I thought we did a better fans, great for the area,” said Dynamiters head coach Jerry After Neufeld's opening tally, the Dynamiters responded Bancks Sunday night. “This is going to be a barn-burner of and better job of it. with two quick goals of their own as James Jowsey and "They're quick and they work hard. a series. Game 1 was definitely a barn-burner." Braden Saretsky scored 55 seconds Game 3 was scheduled for Wednesday night at the If you're standing around watching, apart to give the visitors a 2-1 lead. Kimberley Civic Centre. Results were unavailable prior you're going to be in trouble." “This is going to be one Saretsky's tally came on the Making his first start of the 2015 to press time. hell of a fun series. Both man advantage, while Jowsey's "Bancksy's a hell of a coach and he's got them playing KIJHL post-season with Tyson occurred with the teams skating teams are playing so hard. Brouwer (day-to-day) unavailable real well," Mohr said of Bancks. "This is going to be one four-on-four. Guys are playing hurt and due to a lower-body injury, Nelson hell of a fun series. Both teams are playing so hard. Guys Neufeld wasn't the only they’re coming off the ice turned aside 24 of the 29 shots sent are playing hurt and they're coming off the ice grimacing. Ghostrider to register a two-goal grimacing.” "Fernie-Kimberley -- it's beautiful. It's playoff hockey." his way. night as forward Joel Burgess had Game 4 is scheduled for Friday at the Kimberley Civic At the other end of the rink, himself a two-goal performance in Craig Mohr Ghostriders goaltender Jeff Orser Centre (7 p.m.) and Game 5 goes Saturday night back at Game 2 as well. Ghostriders head coach and proved why he was the Eddie the Fernie Memorial Arena (7:30). The 20-year-old native of Jaffray general manager Mountain Division goaltender of the knotted the game 2-2 midway year, steering aside 27 shots, includthrough the second period before ing a couple key saves in tight late in firing a laser of a shot past the the third period. glove of Nitros goaltender Brody "He wasn't going to let them score," Mohr said. "When Nelson late in the third period to ice a 5-2 victory. you've got that back there, he just makes saves at big per"Our big thing in pre-game [Monday] was a controlled iods of the game.” emotion and without the puck, you can't be a spectator," The Nitros earned a 5-2 victory in Game 1 Sunday said Ghostriders head coach and general manager Craig evening to take home-ice advantage away from the Ghostriders, along with a 1-0 series lead. Ghostriders defenceman Dan Burgess tallied his first KIJHL goal Sunday with a long point shot that found a Call The Free Press 250-423-4666 way past Nelson 11:14 into the third period, tying the Sponsored by game 2-2, but Nitros forward Eric Buckley broke the deador email editor@thefreepress.ca

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said Dwyer. “We had the opportunity to hear back from the actual people who may be using the skate park who could tell us what they he open house to discuss a skate park in wanted to see.” Sparwood, held at the Causeway Bay hotel Dwyer said the Futures Society still hopes on Feb. 3, had a disappointing turn out. to generate further interest in the project from The District of Sparwood and the Sparwood the youth and that more Futures Society have been community input would working together to plan benefit the project moving “We’d love to start the concrete skate park and forward. construction next year but hosted the event together. Despite having completed it really depends on when Approximately half a no active fundraising, dozen locals took part in there’s sufficient funding $70,000 of the half-million the session, though Danny towards moving forward dollar price tag has already Dwyer who sits as a director with the project.” been raised. with the Futures Society Dwyer said, “We’d love said, “We’re certainly not Danny Dwyer to start construction next stopping our work on it as Director with the Futures year but it really depends a result of that. We’re still Society on when there’s sufficient moving forward.” funding toward moving The design of the park was forward with the project. revealed at the open house We have some resources we can access but we and was produced based on the feedback of definitely need to raise a substantial amount.” community meetings. Plans for future fundraisers are currently in “We had a number of community meetings and place. there were different age groups in attendance,” By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

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The Livery delivers best in bacon show

and the overall winner, which was awarded to the waffle dessert creation from The Livery. Other notable entries included duck and bacon rolls, a Thaidish concocted by sous-chef Keith Ilavsky from the inspired noodle dish, a bacon cocktail with maple syrup and Livery won The Northern and Boardstiff’s Best Bacon kahlua and a bacon cheesecake, Drink/Dish competition. which used an entire pound of The competition was part of a bacon in its filling and topping. “The plan was always to roast a lineup of bacon-related events Winners in each category were pig and band the Northern and between the two businesses for presented with gift cards to the Boardstiff together. So from the pig, Griz Days. Northern and Boardstiff along came the idea of bacon.” “We wanted to be involved in with plaques. Griz Days but didn’t know what to A charity breakfast with Julie Olinik do,” said Julie Olinik, co-organizer pancakes, sausage and, of course, Co-organizer of Bacon Spectacular events of the Bacon Spectacular events. bacon preceded the drink and dish “The plan was always to roast a competition that morning with pig, and band the Northern and money going to the Heart and Boardstiff together. So from the pig, came the idea of bacon.” Stroke Foundation. Most of the contributors to the Best Bacon Drink/Dish Later in the afternoon, competitors took part in a threecompetition were local businesses, according to Olinik, but a pound bacon eating competition. few contributions from local individuals were also among the entries. The dishes and drinks were scored in different categories including Best Presentation, Most Amount of Bacon, Best Dessert, Best Single Strip By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

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We are celebrating International Women’s Day Sunday March 8th with a night of music! Doors open at 6:30pm with music to start at 7pm. Performers include: Ocean Whelan, Sandra Bay, Susan Carson, and The Hark Raving Sirens! To RSVP a seat email: FWRCreservations@hotmail.com Entrance is by donation. The Livery won the Best Bacon/Dish competition at The Northern for their bacon dessert waffles. Barrie Elliott (right) from the restaurant was on hand to accept the Bacon Master trophy on behalf of The Livery and sous-chef Keith Ilavsky. Geof Hare (above) was one of the judges for the competition. Photos by S. Kucharski

Families dance at Griz Days By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

he Fernie Community Centre was opened for dozens of local families to dance it out during Griz Days on Sunday, March 1. Jodie Parker, who works as the community coordinator for the Fernie Early Years Team, a component of a program called Success By Six, organized the free admission Family Dance. “We teamed up with the Chamber of Commerce and invited families to just have fun and spend time together,” explained Parker. It was the second time the Family Dance had

been on the Griz Days schedule and Parker noted the importance of events like this for the festival. “I always worry that no one will show up but it’s always like this,” gestured Parker to the crowd of families dancing to classics like “The Locomotion” and “Footloose.” “There are so many younger families living in Fernie and so much of Griz Days events tend to be adult-oriented and it didn’t used to be [like this],” said Parker. “An event like this, it’s free to attend and it really brings out families of all ages that live in the city.” Parker also organizes the Family Dance during the Christmas holidays.

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nternational Women’s Day (IWD) returns for a third year in Fernie, encouraging all women throughout the Elk Valley to come and take part. Stay for a half hour massage or enjoy the whole day of over 15 workshops and speakers, dance performances and a wonderful hearty lunch. Celebrate with your sisters, daughters, mothers and friends. Goddess Rising will take place at the Fernie Community Centre on Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with workshops hosted by naturopath Dr. Denoon, business woman Pamela Barnum, yoga instructor Heather Ivany, holistic nutritionist Krissi Hyland and many more. There will be drop-in activities throughout the day where you can create a prayer flag or vision board or quiet your mind at the meditation space. Days for Girls, another local charity will be hosting their sew-a-thon as part of the days proceedings. New to this year’s Goddess Rising event is the child-minding sessions, giving mothers with young children access to the event. Goddess Rising is a not-for-profit event that is organized by two local women who wanted to give back to their community and bring women together for a day of celebration. The event is free, however, door donations and silent auction profits will go towards local and international charities. The Fernie Women’s Resource Centre has received donations in the past two years as well as Plan Canada’s Because I Am A Girl project.

This year the organizing duo are launching a female-specific scholarship for young women graduating in the valley. Tanya Malcolm, one of the event organizers said, “We are so excited that the event is growing each year with more and more of the speakers approaching us to be involved in the event ahead of time. We are so grateful to all the people who help to support this event by giving their time to be involved in the event as well as the donations for the silent auction.” Pre-registration for all workshops and pampering sessions on the event day are encouraged as many sell out ahead of time. T A healthy and hearty $8 lunch will be served and can also be booked ahead of time at http:// goddessrisingfernie.blogspot.ca/p/register.html IWD was founded in 1910 and now takes place in countries throughout the world, with thousands of events on every continent and a global collective of women taking part. It was designed as a strategy to promote equal rights and suffrage for women. There is now an annual theme and this year’s theme is ‘Make it happen.’ “The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but the collective efforts of all who care about human rights.” - Gloria Steinem For more information about Goddess Rising or the movie screening, contact Rachel Cline at 250946-6322, www.goddessrisingfernie.blogspot. ca/.com or http://www.facebook.com/pages/ Goddess-Rising-Fernie

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Celebrating great Nordic success with Olympian

A whole weekend of winter events starting Saturday March 7th @ 12PM with the Grand Opening of Elk Valley Nordic Centre - Hot lunch, bonfires, hot chocolate and ribbon cutting with Olympic Gold Medalist Beckie Scott

invited other Olympians such as swimmer Mark Tewksbury and curler Kevin Martin to town. “She’s a wonderful speaker and has done so grand opening, a Winterfest and a famous much for the sport and Canadian athletics,” Olympian are scheduled in Fernie this said Grebeldinger of Scott’s appearance. “The week as the Fernie Nordic Society (FNS) museum will be doing a wine and cheese social celebrates a year of success. event prior to her presentation where she will The grand opening will take place at noon discuss supporting youth athletes as well as the on Saturday, March 7 at the Elk Valley Nordic importance of volunteerism.” Center, located at the base of Mount Fernie. Grebeldinger said that the weekend’s events The center is now at the epicenter of several cater to Fernie, as locals continue to embrace the kilometers of groomed cross-country trails and a growing sport. new warming hut. “It definitely speaks to the growing industry The opening coincides with the FNS’ Winterfest, of cross-country skiing and how much more and Olympic cross-country popular it is in Fernie,” said gold medalist Beckie Scott Grebeldinger. “Obviously “It’s rare for little kids to be will be in Fernie to cut the we’re known for our able to meet someone who’s ribbon during the center’s downhill skiing but we won a gold medal at the opening ceremony. have a huge cross-country Olympics.” “It’s really exciting to have ski population. It’s really Beckie come to Fernie,” growing and there are a lot Jen Grebeldinger said FNS Administrator more families and young Fernie Nordic Society Administrator Jen Grebeldinger. “She’s kids enjoying the sport.” incredibly supportive of Grebeldinger notes that grassroots, volunteer-run organizations for cross- in the last year alone, the FNS’ membership country skiing and she brings so much passion increased by 35 per cent from last year, totaling and experience for the sport.” 577 new skiers to the sport. On Saturday morning, Scott will also be “To see that amount of growth in just a year speaking to the FNS’ Jackrabbits program, a is extraordinary,” said Grebeldinger. “The group comprised of skiers aged three and over. infrastructure, the land and the warming hut “It’s rare for little kids to be able to meet are going to be a really great place to have someone who’s won a gold medal at the community races and a great hub for the sport Olympics. She was the best in the world when in the future … It’s impressive how it’s all come she was competing so it’s really exciting for the together in such a short amount of time.” young kids to meet someone who’s kind of bigger The Nordic Society will also be putting on its than life and learn from her,” said Grebeldinger. annual Winter Wheezer event on Sunday, Mar. That Saturday evening, at 7 p.m., Scott will be 8. Race bib pick-up and waiver signing will take at the Fernie Museum in conjunction with the place from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Nordic Centre. “On the Road to the Olympics” series that has By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

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MADDISON: It is with profound sadness that we announce the death Meikayla Marie Maddison, our beloved daughter, sister, mother and friend. Meikayla passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary on Friday, February 20, 2015 at the age of 33 years. Meikayla is survived by her mother Kathy Hope; sister Stacey Wilcox (Shawn Bevilacqua); brother Hunter Wilcox; her precious children Clayton and Autumn; niece Sydney and nephews Jayce, Parker and Garrett; her maternal grandmother Peggy Jinkerson, and her boyfriend Jimmy Plettl and his son Mason. She was also loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Meikayla was predeceased by her maternal grandfather Vernon Jinkerson, paternal grandparents Thelma Anderson and Allen Wilcox, and just recently by her father, Allen Ross Wilcox. A trust fund is being established for Meikayla’s children. In lieu of flowers, should family and friends so desire, donations towards this fund would be greatly appreciated. Memories and condolences shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd. BARTHA: John passed away peacefully in his home at Sparwood, BC on February 24, 2015, at the age of 76 years. He is survived by his beloved wife Dolores (Loly), 3 children; Patricia Spetz, John Bartha and Monica Bartha (Chris Clarke), 3 grandchildren; Kevin (Kayleen) Spetz, Brandi Bartha and Amber Bartha, 2 great grandchildren; Bentley Spetz and Kingsly Bartha and his sister Joli Stieber. John was predeceased by his parents Jozsef and Seres Bartha and his sister Magdolna (Madgie) Erdelyi. John was born on June 6, 1938 in Magyarbanhegyes, Hungary and immigrated to Canada in 1956 where he met his first wife Lorna Quebec in 1963 and had 2 children, Patricia and John. As years past, John and Lorna separated and he later travelled to Honduras where he met his current beloved wife Loly of 35 years in Choloma, where they were married on December 26, 1979 and later their daughter Monica was born. John was known for his ambitious hard work as a welder. He was the sole owner of Double J Welding and was employed and retired from Byron Creek Collieries, now known as Coal Mountain. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Johnny’s name to: Heart & Stroke Foundation - BC & Yukon Division, Okanagan & Kootenay Area Office, 4 - 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC, V1Y 9M9. Memories and condolences can be shared at www. cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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Needed for Tom Uphill Manor Beginning March 23, 2015 We supply all equipment and supplies, you supply your own insurance and WCB. 6 months or 1 year renewable contract. Wage to be negotiated for 3-4 days per week maximum hours 12 per week. Need someone that can do windows. Please send proposal or resume by fax 250-423-4407 or email ffhs@telus.net Attention Sheila Sherburne. For more information call 250-278-3347.

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YOUR HOROSCOPE for the week of March 8 to 14, 2015

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

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BRAIN GAMES ACROSS

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)

Strong emotions are on the agenda for this week. There’s more risk of receiving criticism when you put yourself in situations where you have to make all the decisions.

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1. Sound receiver 4. Kind of rug 8. Travel document 12. Cagey PUZZLE NO. 751 13. Decorative trim 14. First man 15. Example 17. Highway vehicle 18. That thing’s 19. Tied 21. “____ My Line?” 24. Ice, as a cake 25. Crosby’s pal 26. Sofa or bench 27. Pen’s contents 30. Rascal 31. Old 32. Feed lines to 33. Last letter 34. Sculpture and music 35. Strong, as meat 36. Legends 38. Holland exports 39. Grins 41. Form of mass transit 42. Carry-on 43. Frightened 48. Ended 49. Slippery swimmers 50. Miner’s yield Copyright © 2015, Penny Press

CROSSWORDS

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)

You may have to use your elbows a bit to manoeuvre yourself into a good position. In addition, you’re given the opportunity to travel and discover new cultures.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)

You’re sure to play an important role for friends and colleagues. All these people should help you during a necessary transition period.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)

You welcome your loved ones into your home. You have lots of fun, but don’t forget that guests aren’t obligated to help you clean up.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)

There are lots of people around you who never stop commenting about what you’re doing. It’s important to listen to your inner voice, which will guide you in the right direction.

VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)

51. Sunset direction 52. Food seasoning 53. Bear’s extremity

DOWN

1. 19th letter 2. Swiss peak 3. Deli loaf 4. Cuts 5. Bad actors 6. Tennis term 7. Military bigwigs 8. Flower holders 9. ____ twin 10. Matching 11. In the thick of 16. Mention 20. Election

21. Smart kid 22. Household 23. Tastes 24. Deeds 26. Emphasizes 28. Lacking sensation 29. Florida islands 31. Store transaction 35. Draft 37. Put on guard 38. Explode 39. Load cargo 40. Change address 41. Child’s toy 44. Afternoon party 45. Trim 46. Period in history 47. Morning drops

ANSWER/LAST WEEK - PUZZLE NO. 750

Even if you like the stability and financial independence that your job gives you, you may consider dropping everything for a life filled with adventure and creativity.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)

You’re overflowing with ideas and initiatives. In fact, you’re constantly changing your plans according to your mood. This is an irritation to some of your loved ones.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)

A little confusion is possible early in the week, but all you need is a second cup of coffee to regain your drive. You can accomplish several small miracles.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)

After a very stressful time, it’s important to take a step back and rest properly. You need to relax and recharge your batteries.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)

You do a lot of overtime at work. Fortunately, you get some interesting invitations from your friends who want to help you unwind.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)

Whether it’s a trip or just a romantic getaway, you enjoy having your head in the clouds for a while. You even think about living abroad or experiencing some sort of journey.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20)

You feel the need to shake things up a bit. A few changes within your circle of friends helps you relieve some stress and experience new goals that are more in line with your needs.

PUZZLE NO. 487

HOW TO PLAY : Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Answers:

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column, or 3x3 box.

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By Sarah Kucharski Free Press Staff

Children from Fernie Child Care Society (FCCS) dance around at their new Max Turyk Community Centre location.

Photo by S. Kucharski

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he Fernie Child Care Society (FCCS) has moved to its new location inside Max Turyk Community Centre as of Monday, March 2. Staff and parent volunteers assisted in the moving and filtering of the daycare’s equipment from its previous location at 1111 2nd Ave. to Max Turyk. Wendy Corkle, manager of FCCS, spoke of the convenience of the move. “There are preschool programs down here as well as afterschool care and we’ll be able to have access to the gym so we couldn’t be happier about the move,”

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Fernie Child Care Society moves daycare said Corkle. “It’s a newer building with great light and more space for the kids to run, so we’re really excited to be finally set up here.” Even prior to taking the managerial position at the daycare last June, Corkle said that the move was a project in the works for at least two years. “It’s probably going to take us a couple of weeks to get all the glitches and stuff out and get completely settled, but we’re glad to have the kids here,” said Corkle. The FCCS daycare looks after children from 10 months to three years in its Infant and Toddler program as well as children aged 3-5.

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Wapiti advance tickets Submitted

ive years and still trucking on! Wapiti turns five this August. After all the years of folk stoke in the sun and rock ’n’ roll under the stars, Wapiti is still trucking on for more music in Fernie’s backyard. No doubt about it, the first year the organizers were living on a prayer. None of the board members had any real experience running music festivals and went out on an ambitious limb and booked Fernie’s new music festival. One fond and hilarious memory of that very first Friday night of Wapiti was the dirt cloud that kicked up from the magnitude of foot stomping, causing a dirt halo to hang over Annex Park (such dirt cloud no longer prevails due to the efforts of some dedicated board members planting grass seeds over the years). The next day Fernie and its visitors discovered the Fernie festival experience. Right from the gourmet food trucks and face paint to cold beer in the sun and of course the music! Shred Kelly took the stage at dusk and a festival had been

born. Focusing on up and coming Canadian indie music, Wapiti is keeping things fresh yet quaint and cozy tucked down in Annex Park. The lineup will be revealed in a joint party with The Northern Bar and Stage featuring Delhi 2 Dublin on March 13. More details will be available on the Wapiti website. Wapiti launched its 2015 ticket sales on Sunday March 1 at 10 a.m. online and at Le Grand Fromage in downtown Fernie. Weekend Passes are $79 including tax, but the first two tiers are on sale! Early Bird Pre-sale is $49 (incl. tax) in limited quantities. Advance Tickets are on sale for $59 (incl. tax) until June 15. As always, kids 12 and under and seniors 65 and older are free. Visit www.wapitimusicfestival.\com for tickets and information. The Wapiti Music Festival runs two days, Friday Aug. 7 and Saturday Aug. 8. Plan to join the kickoff Thursday evening with a free outdoor concert downtown at The Arts Station. Expect to rock, expect to dance, expect the unexpected.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE Application for Amendment of a Permit Under the Provisions of the Environmental Management Act

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Thank You USW Local 9346 would like to thank the Fernie, Sparwood, Crowsnest Pass, and Pincher Creek Councils for passing a resolution to support our “Stop the Killing, Enforce the Law” campaign. We are proud of our community leaders for taking a stance on workplace injuries and fatalities.

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Visit our website: www.perlich.com email: auction@perlich.com • Lic. 0714651

SPArWood toWinG Auction SALe diViSion oF dSr HoLdinGS Ltd. / GLen LeYden

March 20th, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. LOCATED: 155 Industrial Road #3 Sparwood, BC., North on Hwy #43 Terms: cash or Debit or certifiable cheque • Lunch available

Teck Coal Limited (Teck) has filed with the Ministry of Environment an application for an amendment to Permit 5353, issued December 24, 1981, and last amended on May 30th, 2014, which authorizes the discharge of effluent from Line Creek Operation’s coal mining and processing facility. The land upon which the facility is situated and the discharges occur is Part of Parcel 35, Lot 4588, Kootenay Land District and Parts of Lots 6765, and 7989, Plan NEP21818, Kootenay Land District. The Amendment requests that the following conditions in Permit 5353 be changed in relation to the discharge of effluent from a coal preparation plant into four rail loop settling ponds. Requested Changes: Before: Section 1.1.1 – The maximum rate of Authorized Discharge is 91 cubic meters a day After: Section 1.1.1 – The Authorized Rate of Discharge is 200 cubic meters a day on average, over a 90 day period. A copy of this application was posted at Line Creek Operations on February 24th, 2015, in accordance with the Public Notification Regulation. Details of the application are available for viewing at the Cranbrook office of the Ministry of Environment at 205 Industrial Road G, or at the Teck Community and Aboriginal Affairs Office at 116 Centennial St, Sparwood, British Columbia. Any person affected by or interested in the proposed amendment, who wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to Alan Gibson, Environmental Protection Officer, Regional Operations Branch at 3rd Floor-2975 Jutland Road, P.O. Box 9342 Stn Prov Gov’t, Victoria, BC V8W 9M1 (facsimile: 250.387.8897) with a copy to Nic Milligan, Teck. 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 February 24th, 2015 Nic Milligan Manager, Community & Aboriginal Affairs Teck Coal Limited Office: 250.425.3335 E-mail: nic.milligan@teck.com

Having received instructions from Glen Leyden who is retiring, we will offer for sale by public auction the following:

SHoP eQuiPment & SuPPLieS

1–Easy Cleaning 4000 pressure washer 1–Rim clamp 9010E tire changer 1–Geodyna 40 Pro Electronic tire balancer w/ weight cabinet & weights 2–Coates 20/20 tire changers 2–Pallet jacks 1–Upright transmission jack 2–Roll cabinets w/ tool chest 1–Strongarm frame jack 5–Floor jacks 1–Torque wrench ¾” drive 700lb ft 1–Welding rod over 3–Air conditioning service units 1–Portable generator 3000 watt 1–Portable generator 5000 watt 1–DELTA bench grinder 1–Bench grinder on stand 1–Bolt cabinet w/contents 1–Iginition cabinet w/ contents 1–135 gallon slip tank Quantity of jack stands, bottle jacks, jack all jacks Quantity of electric tools, drills, impact wrenches, ¾” and ½” socket sets, battery chargers, 36” pipe wrenches, 2 way radios, oil, greases, cleaning supplies, paint etc, shop supplies, propane tanks, tires, rims (many makes & sizes). Plus several motors & transmissions for highway trucks and small vehicles including; Detroit diesel, Cat 425 diesel, Cummins diesel, and gas engines, IHC 466 engine.

oFFice eQuiPment

Quantity of Desks, office chairs, filing cabinets, and office supplies

BuSeS

1–1994 FORD 20 passenger bus w/ power stroke diesel, AT, PS, PB, AC, Dual wheels 1–1994 FORD F350 24 passenger bus w/ power stroke diesel, AT, PS, PB, SN:1FDKE30F5SHA12337 1–IHC 3800 40 passenger school bus c/w 466 diesel 6 spd (salvage) 1–1999 IHC #3400 35 passenger bus w/ T44HE Diesel, AT, PS, Air brakes 1–1980 FORD 36 passenger bus (salvage) 1–1986 CHEV 36 passenger bus (salvage) 1–1995 FORD 24 passenger bus 1–1996 FORD F350 Handi Bus 1–1993 FORD Handi Bus w/ diesel engine, passenger lift 1–1989 FORD school bus Plus, other buses in various states of repair, some for salvage

conStruction

1–Tadano Super Z 300 truck mount crane, fits up to 3 ton truck. SN: 715384

truckS and trAiLerS & VeHicLeS

1–2004 FREIGHTLINER tandem tractor c/w Detroit diesel 18psd, 11R 22.5 aluminum buds, SN: 1FUJA6cG25LN42888 (salvage) 1–FREIGHTLINER tractor (salvage) 1–2004 VOLVO c/w Volvo engine VE-D12-465, SN:4V4NC9G445N379564

1–1991 IHC SI800 single axle 3 ton c/w V8 gas engine, 5+2 spd, 16’ steel flat deck deck w/hoist SN:1HTAA18B3BHB26134 1–2001 53’ Reefer van c/w (damaged) 1–1991 COMET 48” dry van w/ tandem 11R 24.5 rubber, model RDVT-482-4T 6in/2.6 meters SN:1C0R4822-4NS038692 1–FRUEHAUF 26’ single axle reefer van w/ Sentry reefer SN:2118V02724ES02931 1–C –CAN 40’ 1–HYUNDIA 30’ tandem trailer, 275/80 R22.5 tandem rubber 1–REMCO enclosed 10’ single axle cargo trailer w/ rear and front doors 1–1985 FORD F150 4x4 ½ ton c/w V8, AT, PS, PB, front mount dozer, SN:2F1EF14N1FG954703 1–PRO GUARD truck mount dozer 1–1990 DODGE 4x4 LE 150 ½ ton ext cab, w/ front mount dozer 1–1996 FORD F150 4x4 ½ ton ext cab, AT, PS, PB, AC, SN:1FTDX1863VKA65092 1–1992 FORD F150 custom 2wd drive 1–1994 FORD RANGER XLT 1–1998 GMC SAFARI mini van, 4.5L engine, SN:1GKDM19WXWB5290328 1–GMC STX rally van 1–1996 DOGE caravan 1–1997 DODGE 4 door , car c/w 2.4L 16 valve 4 cyl engine, AT, PS, PB, AC 1–DODGE RAM 1500, V8, AT, PS, PB, AC , ext cab, long box, SN:3B7HC12YSWG208642 1–DODGE DAKOTA sport 1998, c/w 3.9L V6 engine, 4 spd, PS, PB, SN:1B7GG66X9K5147510 1–1994 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO, 4x4, AT, PS, PB, SN:1J4GZ58S4C568397 1–1991 JEEP LIMITED CHEROKEE, 4x4 w/ AT, PS, PB, SN:1J4FJ78S3ML590988 2–JEEP CHEROKEE LAREDO, , 4x4 w/ AT, PS, PB, SN:1J4FJ58S5ML639094 and SN: 1J4FJ58S9ML583922 1–Early ‘50’s JEEP 4x4 Pickup truck w/ V8 engine, 4 spd, high & low 4wd restorable 1–1997 CHEV INTRIGUE 4 door car w/ AT, PS, PB, AC, SN: 1G3WH52K0WF305485 1–1999 PONTIAC GRAND AM w/ AT, PS, PB, AC 1–2008 HYUNDIA TUCSON 4X4 w/ V6 engine SUV, SN:KM8JM72D385U870164 (has front end damage) 1–1997 CHEV MAILBU, loaded, SN:1G1N052MOW617256 1–1998 PLYMOTH VOYAGER SN:2P4FP2536XR192590 1–1998 VW JETTA GI 1–2000 CHEV ASTRO van SN:1GN0M19W1YB202551 1–2012 CHEV 2500, 4 door, HD ¾ ton vortex engine, damaged *Most vehicles in various staest of repair and some for salvage tHiS iS A PArtiAL LiSt onLY For a complete sale listing, pictures and conditions, visit www.perlich.com For more information contact SPArWood toWinG/GLen LeYden Office 1-250-425-2721 or Cell 1-250-433-1023 or Perlich Bros. Auction Market Ltd. 403-329-3101.

Phone: (403) 329-3101 • Toll Free: 1-855-Perlich • Fax: (403) 327-2288

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14’S & 15’S ON SALE

ON SELECT MODELS

STK NT1451

2014 FORD F150 SUPERCREW FX4

$59,969 SALE PRICE $45,390 OR $336 BW 84 MONTHS MSRP

STK NT1459

STK NT1448

2015 FORD ESCAPE SE 4WD

2015 FORD F150 SUPERCREW LARIAT

$32,849 SALE PRICE $31,465 OR $235 BW 84 MONTHS MSRP

$62,799 $52,988 $392 BW 84 MONTHS

MSRP

SALE PRICE OR

USED VEHICLE CLEARANCE 2010 FORD FUSION SEL AWD

2009 TOYOTA COROLLA

STK UC0240

STK UC0241

Reduced $9,499 OR $90 BW 60 MONTHS

Reduced $13,995 OR $143 BW 60 MONTHS

2011 FORD FI50 SUPERCREW ECOBOOST

2011 FORD F150 SUPERCREW 5 LITRE V8

STK LT0001

Reduced $26,499 OR $226 BW 72 MONTHS

STK LT0004

Reduced $27,499 OR $234 BW 72 MONTHS

2011 GMC TERRAIN AWD REAR DVD’S

2012 GMC SIERRA

STK UT0694

STK LT0010

$19,995 $156 BW

Reduced $23,475 OR $205 BW 72 MONTHS

2014 MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLE

2012 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT

STK UC0224

Reduced $29,988 OR $233 BW 84 MONTHS

STK LT0008

Reduced $30,778 OR $261 BW 72 MONTHS

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