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n Nov. 12, Finning International announced reductions to 11 facilities across Canada, including their Sparwood location. The announcement comes on the heals of the release of their third quarter financial numbers, revealing a decrease in profits for the international company. The company reported a 16 per cent decrease in revenues, mostly due to
new equipment sales dropping 35 per cent. Hilary Anaka, head of communications for Finning International, said that while the company is re-structuring some of their services, they plan to continue to have a strong presence in the Elk Valley. “Today we announced that we are exiting 11 facilities by mid to late next year. It’s important to note that we are not leaving any of those communities; we are just changing how we deliver our service to our
customers in those areas,” she said in an interview with The Free Press. Anaka said the impacts on the 11 facilities include closures, consolidation of activities and relocations. “In Sparwood specifically, what that means is that we plan to exit the building that we are currently in by mid-next year, so mid 2016. We’re still working through all of the details but I can tell you that we are continuing to work on having a strong presence in the Elk Valley,” Anaka said. “One component of
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economic growth in the community. “Across B.C., there are some beautiful places, like Fernie, where you may want to live but can’t because of limitations in the way you can work,” said Moore. “This removes that barrier. When you are looking to attract inward population growth, the network is a key factor as to where people want to live. “In the coming years, we will see increasingly more innovative solutions for consumers, businesses, health care and education, all made possible by Telus Fibre. As one of the first communities fully connected to this stateof-the-art network, we believe that Fernie can become a test bed for innovation and technology leadership,” he said. Fernie Mayor, Mary Giuliano, expressed her gratitude towards Telus at the event. “On behalf of the City of Fernie I want to extend our sincere thanks to Telus for this service,” she said. “It is greatly appreciated. It’s a real privilege to be here to see the advances that have been made in this service and to have this amenity available to the people of Fernie.”
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Continued from page 1 “Difficult decisions that were necessary given the challenging market conditions. What I can say is that the vast majority of these exits have already taken place,” she said. While many of the reductions have already occurred, Sparwood operations will be affected in the coming months. “We are going to be completely exiting our building by mid next year, so the actual shop as part of the facility will close by the end of 2015, but Finning will continue to operate out of that building until mid-2016,” said Anaka. Sparwood Mayor Cal McDougall said that the restructuring will be hard on the community. “It’s a blow to the community, for sure. Anytime that people lose their jobs in a community, it’s certainly going to affect the area,” he said. “Times are tough, there are some real work shortages right now. We certainly don’t want them leaving the community. We want them to stick around. We are hoping that this is a transition and that things will come back and we are hoping that it is sooner as opposed to later.”
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n Nov. 27, Save-On-Foods will officially open its doors for business, taking over for Overwaitea Foods. Overwaitea and Save-On-Foods are a part of the same parent company, Overwaitea Food Group, which is owned by the Jim Pattison Group company. Store manager Mark Lento said the opening of Save-On-Foods will enable the company to market better and provide more competitive pricing options. “The Save-On-Foods brand is the number one most recognizable brand in B.C. for grocery stores,” said Lento. “The marketing is going to be great for the community.” Save-On-Foods has pricing programs that Overwaitea didn’t operate on, such as “Always Lowest Prices, Guaranteed,” and “Darrell’s Deals”, which is a program where president Darrell Jones picks items Mark Lento, manager at Overwaitea Foods, is excited to to be on sale for the week. open as Save-On-Foods on Nov. 27. Photo by L. Scheitel “The prices will be like Lethbridge, it will be like Cranbrook – I think that would be the number one thing. It should be a lot more competitive with the prices,” said Lento. Lento stressed that even though the store will he Nov. 12 edition of The Free Press operate under a different banner, it will maintain featured an article on Urban Settler its focus on the community and local initiatives. moving into the Livery Building. In “We are still going to be community and the article, the owner’s name was incorrectly locally based, some of that is never going to reported. The owner’s name is Paul Arcoite. change. We are always going to be here to Our sincere apologies to Mr. Arcoite for any support all of the local causes and businesses confusion this may have caused. that we can,” he said, adding that he knows the community well, as he grew up in Fernie. “I’m pretty fortunate in that I was the first manager that grew Sneak Peek of Some Draw Items up in the community • 2 x 18 holes from that he lived in, Fernie Golf & Country Club which is rare. A lot of • Gift Cards from the managers travel Vogue Theatre, Happy Cow, around and go from Loaf, Fernie Home Hardware place to place. When • Matt & Nat iPad case from you talk about local, Ghostrider Trading Co. it’s pretty cool that • Gift bags from I’m the local kid that Soar Cycle, Rocky Mountain is manager of the local Chocolate Factory store.” • Patagonia Toque from Elk River Guiding Lento said • Spa Products from Overwaitea will close King Fir Spa at 6 p.m. on Nov. 26 • One Day Demo Salsa Mukluk and will open as SaveFat Tire Bike from On-Foods the next The Guide’s Hut morning. There will be a grand 12-9pm – Black Friday: Shopping local supports local. Dozens of opening party on Nov. Fernie businesses including retailers, service providers, restaurants and 27, however, Lento galleries are taking part in this year’s Black Friday. said that the details 12-8pm – TELUS will be serving complimentary warm beverages in front were not completely of the Arts Station. set as of press time. 1-2:30 – Library: Drop in age 7 and up. Pirates, ships and treasure “The Director of maps. the Save-On-Foods is going to be here. I’m 2-4pm – Face Painting in Ghostrider lobby. going to get all the 3-5pm – Arts Station: Free movie – ‘Elf’. community groups 3-7pm – Rotary Club: Will be offering complimentary freshly popped that I help throughout popcorn and hot chocolate outside the Museum. the year to come and help,” he said. 4-9pm – Arts Station: ‘Deck the Walls’ craft fair. There will also 5-8pm - Art Walk: Participants include Eye of the Needle, Fernie Arts be a ribbon cutting Co-op, Stephanies Glass, Brian Pollock Photography & Clawhammer. ceremony when the store opens at 8 a.m.
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n Nov. 13, Jemi Fibre Corp. (Jemi Fibre) announced it has entered into a 50/50 joint partnership with Fernie Wilderness Adventures (FWA), one of British Columbia's premier outdoor adventure operations. FWA is a full service outdoor adventure resort specializing in backcountry snow-cat skiing and boarding, and guided fishing and wildlife tours that was established in 1986 by Kim and Deb Sedrovic. FWA is located on a portion of Jemi Fibre's private timberlands near Fernie.
Under the terms of the partnership, the parties will jointly own FWA, which will operate under a long-term lease on Jemi Fibre's lands, and the Sedrovics will continue to operate the business in the regular course. In addition, the parties intend to utilize Jemi Fibre's road building, forestry expertise and equipment, in connection with Jemi Fibre's ongoing operations on its lands, to enhance FWA's snow-cat skiing and boarding. "I am extremely happy with our new partnership with Jemi Fibre," said Kim Sedrovic. "They share our vision and will provide the stability and resources to enhance our
operations and take the FWA business to the next level." He added that some of the longterm staff members at FWA are excited about the partnership and see great potential in working with Jemi Fibre. Mike Jenks, CEO of Jemi Fibre, said, "We recognize that our timberlands provide social and economic value to communities and businesses for many types of uses. Our goal is to maintain and enhance these opportunities wherever possible. With our FWA partnership, we look forward to growing the business and generating additional longterm value from our private timberlands."
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n Nov. 5 The BC Human Rights Tribunal (BCHRT) rejected an application by Tim Horton’s to dismiss a complaint that was brought forward on behalf of a group of Filipino workers by the United Steelworkers (USW) pertaining to a human rights issue at the Fernie Tim Hortons in 2013. They argued that the parent company can not be held responsible for the actions of its franchisee. The denial of their application means that Tim Hortons will have to defend itself against the allegations.
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Chamber to host Black Friday event By Leah Scheitel Free Press Staff
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nstead of heading south to find deals on Black Friday, the Fernie Chamber of Commerce is encouraging people to stay and shop local. The Black Friday event in Fernie, set for Nov. 27, features many local businesses and shops with a variety of promotions and deals, said Patty Vadnais, director aofthe Fernie Chamber of Commerce. “We are planning a fantastic day in Fernie,” said Vadnais “We’ve got businesses signing on to offer promos and deals, typical to the Black Friday theme of getting a great deal. In addition
to that, we are looking to make it a day to spend downtown.” The Chamber has collaborated with local galleries to welcome people throughout the evening, and the Art Walk will be operating throughout downtown that evening. Along with that, there will be a screening of Elf at the Arts Station. “We’re trying to make it a very fun day to explore Fernie, explore the shops, get some great savings and have a good time,” said Vadnais. The Chamber is introducing draw prizes this year, enabling people to win goods from local shops. “We’re putting together three draw
prizes. Businesses in town are donating to the draw. People that are shopping at participating businesses, they can qualify for draw entry tickets and then go decide which of the three draws that they want to enter,” Vadnais said. More people might be tempted to stay north of the border this year, as the Canadian dollar has lost value against the American one this year. “This year, with the dollar being what it is, it’s a great time to stay local and not lose 30 per cent as soon as you go across the border,” said Vadnais. The fourth annual Black Friday event will run from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Nov. 27.
College kicks off Indigenous Speaker series of Indigenous knowledge.” The Culture, Politics and ollege of the Rockies Education presentation is will host Chief Jason the first for the College of Louie from the Lower the Rockies’ new Indigenous Kootenay First Nation on Speakers Series. Judge said Nov. 19. Chief Louie will the series hopes to include be delivering a presentation more Indigenous groups. about the connections “In addition to the Ktunaxa, between culture, politics and we are working with our education. Métis and Shuswap partners The event will be open to organize representatives of to the public and will take each community to share. Our place in the Aboriginal aim is to have representation of Gathering Place, located at each Indigenous community the Cranbrook main campus. College of the Rockies is welcoming Chief Jason Louie share insights into their The speaker presentation will of the Lower Kootenay First Nation to participate in the understanding of the world begin at 6:30 p.m. with the Indigenous Speaker series. with the broader community Submitted photo event wrapping up around so that any barriers between 8 p.m. groups can be softened,” said Judge. “Participants of the series Chief Louie graduated from the Lower Kootenay Band can expect a robust offering of unique Indigenous perspectives operated school in 1992. He went on to receive training as that will reduce any fear or anxiety they might have regarding a Long Term Care Aide as well as in Aboriginal Governance Indigenous people.” and Management. He earned a diploma in Native Adult Judge said the series is important as it will help with Education and dedicated several years to the Canadian Forces. reconciliation and start communications. In 2012, Chief Louie was the recipient of the Queen’s Jubilee “An Indigneous speakers series is important because, as a Medal, an honour presented to acknowledge significant result of the recent publication of the Truth and Reconciliation contributions and achievements by Canadians. Prior to Commission Report, it is clear that as members of this society, initially being elected Chief in 2010, Louie served as a Council there is a need to reconcile our collective past. I find that a lot member for several years. His second term as Chief began in of people are afraid or anxious about Indigenous knowledge January 2015. and whenever I share I try to encourage others to learn “We are committed to building relationships with our as much as they can about the Indigenous people whose Indigenous community partners and helping to adhere to the territory they live within. I did not grow up with Indigenous recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission knowledge and there came a point where I had to take that Report,” said Andrew Judge, Coordinator and Educator of first step myself. Now after nearly a decade on this journey I Aboriginal Education at College of the Rockies. “My hopes, have come to realize that Indigenous people have a lot to offer in organizing this speakers series, is that everyone in the local everyone and every little bit of knowledge we can gain from region will come together to recognize and appreciate the value indigenous people is a gift.”
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It would feel wrong to write about anything else than the recent attacks in Paris, even though I’m not entirely sure what to say about it. Since the news of the terrorist attacks broke on Friday afternoon, I have been consumed by it. It has dominated by thoughts, sobered my mood and perplexed me, and I have been fixated on it ever since, reading as much news coverage as I could. I wanted to understand what led to it and what will come of it, as it is the largest attack on French soil since the Second World War. The morning after the attack, a friend messaged me, asking me if I was going to write something about the attack and an editor friend of mine asked me to pen a political piece about the attacks for a university newspaper in Vancouver. And while I would love to have something poignant to say, something to articulate to help bring insight and understanding into what’s happening all over the world, not just in Paris, I don’t. I simply don’t have the words. There hasn’t been a lack of articles and literature published since the attack, and social media feeds are bursting with a smattering of opinions, which is often more scary than helpful. But with 129 dead, 350 in hospital and over 150 counter-terrorism raids in Paris since the attack, there is a lot to understand and comment on. And with 43 dead in Beirut after a double-suicide attack on Thursday and an estimated three million refugees from the Syrian civil war, people around the world are grappling for answers, even though it might not be the ones they want. There are going to be repercussions to the attack, which ISIS has claimed as their work, and it is likely to come in many forms. There are states in the US that have said that they will not accept any refugees from Syria, as one of the identified terrorists in the Paris attacks was a Syrian refugee, even though it is unconstitutional and most of the refugees are fleeing the same people that caused these attacks. Saskatchewan premier Brad Wall has openly asked Justin Trudeau’s government to suspend its Syrian refugee plan, as it could “undermine the screening process.” Anonymous, the hacker group has openly declared war on ISIS, and so has France. The country initiated bombing missions on Raqqa, Syria, dropping a total of 20 bombs on Sunday night. While there is still much uncertain about the three-pronged attack across Paris, one thing is undeniable – it is going to change things. It has already changed things.
Leah Scheitel
Letter to the Editor re: Arts Station We attended the Arts Station soiree held on Friday, Nov. 13 at the Fernie Arts Station. The evening was a celebration of the 15th anniversary of the opening of the Arts Station. We have been members, participants, volunteers and supporters of the Fernie and District Arts Council and later, the Fernie Arts Station since we moved here in 1975. It was a lovely evening. Congratulations and thanks to all of the Arts Station executive, administrative staff, members and volunteers who had a part in putting this celebration together. The documentary DVD put together by Dave O’Haire was a wonderful compilation of historical and current information. The decorations set a lovely ambiance. The variety of food and drinks was delicious. The entertainment was eclectic and enjoyable. It was wonderful to see original members and newer members talking about the Arts Station, its past, present and its future. The Arts Station is a hub within Fernie. It is a place where people meet to have delicious meals, attend art exhibits, theatre, concerts, meetings and workshops. It has been proven that the arts are an invaluable asset to this community. The Arts Station is a home for all who are interested in having a creative outlet, it provides a venue for the excellence of local artistic endeavours and for a variety of professional groups who come to perform or display in this space. The Fernie Arts Station draws people from within and outside our community. Money is spent within our community and leads to a myriad of spin-off benefits. We are known nationally and internationally as a “happening place”. Thank you to all, past and present, who have had the foresight, determination and love of the arts to make this dream a reality. Our love for the arts and the Arts Station will always be a part of who we are. Lynda and David Bird Fernie B.C.
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Letter to the Editor re: Keystone Pipeline
The recent announcement by U.S. president Obama saying NO to the construction of the Keystone pipeline is not the final decision. The U.S. is having their general election in November 2016, and if the Republicans win government, the Keystone pipeline will be built. Both the new Liberal government in Canada, and the Republican party in the U.S. are wanting to see this project proceed as it would create jobs and when the pipeline is fully operational, it will bring in revenue from royalties and taxes to the governments on both sides of the border. Joe Sawchuk Duncan, B.C.
Letter to the Editor re: Climate Change This is it. The earth’s warming is set to breach the one degree Celsius threshold in 2015. This frightening statement comes to us from the UK’s Meteorological Office. The world would then be half way towards two degrees Celsius, the gateway to dangerous warming. 14 out of the last 15 years have been the hottest in recorded history, and 2015 is not just breaking records, but smashing them. The new data is certain to add urgency to political negotiations in Paris later this month aimed at
securing a new global climate treaty. So far 150 nations have pledged to “do something” about climate change. It won’t be easy. Limiting warming to two degrees Celsius, to avoid the most dangerous effect of climate change, will require big changes on multiple fronts: a meaningful price on carbon pollution, greater efficiency in use, faster growth of renewables, reduction in deforestation, and improvements in land use. The moment is upon us, we must act, every one of us to ensure a future for our children. Dona Grace-Campbell Kaslo B.C.
Letter to the Editor re: Remembrance Day
While touring Canada I was fortunate enough to be in this beautiful area on Remembrance Day last week. The turnout for this service seemed large for a small town, which showed me the importance ceremonies of this sort are to the local folk. What was surprising though, was that people would bring their dogs to such a solemn occasion. To hear the Last Post (two Minute Silence) Reveille, broken by a dog barking during this most poignant and reflective part of the service was very disappointing. It is only one hour out of a year to leave your pet at home which would reflect the respect that this service deserves. Annaliese McLean Via Email
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Elk Valley Thrift Shop Christmas Ginger bread houses Store to open Nov. 21 for a good cause By Leah Scheitel Free Press Staff
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he Elk Valley Thrift Shop will soon open its doors to its Christmas Store, set up in honour of the holiday season. Located directly behind the Elk Valley Thrift Shop in the old engineering offices in Sparwood, the temporary store will be open for two to three weeks and will sell only holiday-themed goods. “We have everything related to Christmas, anything from lights to trees to ornaments to dishes to ugly sweaters – you name it, we got it,” said Katrin Taylor, manager at the Elk Valley Thrift Shop and organizer of the Christmas Store. “It’s phenomenal the way it’s been displayed, we have a girl here that is very talented, and it’s like something that you would find in the city.” All of the sales from the Christmas store will be donated to local charities. Last year, the store raised around $4,000, which was all put back into the community. This year, Taylor said that they are hoping for more. “It’s going to be more this year because we have more stuff. It’s going to be a little crazy,” she said. Opening day will be on Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature refreshments and door prizes. The store’s hours of operation are from Tuesday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Taylor noted that the Christmas location will accept cash only. The benefactors of the donations will be announced at the beginning of December.
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The Elk Valley Thrift Shop is opening their Christmas location, filled with secondhand holiday decorations this Saturday. Photo by A. Horton
he workers b e h i n d the bakery counter at Ann’s Independent Grocer have embarked on a project in support of the Fernie Food Bank. The team built one model of each of the varieties that the store is stocking for the holidays, and is The bakery team at Ann’s Independent Grocer are raffling them off. To enter, simply making ginger bread houses to raffle off. Submitted photo bring a non- perishable food the bakery. item or toy to the bakery. Jordan estimates that the team “What we are going to do is we will make seven houses in total, are going to take each ginger bread complete with all of the sugary model that we sell at the store decorations. They will be on display and we are going to build them at the grocery store until Dec. 11, and decorate them and have them when the draw will be made. wrapped up all pretty at the Green All of the food items and toys Petal and then when people bring collected will be donated to the us a non-perishable food item or Fernie Food Bank. a toy, they get an entry into the For more information, visit the draw for the ginger bread houses,” bakery at Ann’s Independent said Laura Jordan, manager of Grocer.
District of Elkford 816 Michel Road P.O. Box 340 Elkford, B.C. V0B 1H0 P.250.865.4000 • F.250.865.4001 • info@elkford.ca • www.elkford.ca
Winter Parking Bylaw
With snow on the ground, residents are reminded that the District is unable to deliver the best level of service when vehicles are parked on highways, roadways or lanes. You are reminded to plan for off-road storage and parking of campers, trailers and vehicles. Parking off of the road allows snow plows to do a better job and ensures room for sanding equipment to cover more space. To achieve efficiencies in snow removal and to reduce unequal windrow distribution while plowing, on-street parking will be prohibited from 6:00 AM to 4:00 pm, November 1, 2015 to March 31, 2016. Parking on the street during snow plowing, snow removal, snow hauling or sanding operations is prohibited. It is an offence to push, place or throw any snow or ice upon a highway, roadway or lane.
Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings • Nov 23rd Regular Council • Nov 24th Urban Wildlife Management Advisory Committee Deer Count • Nov 24th Urban Wildlife Management Advisory Committee Meeting • Dec 14th Regular Council
@ 6:00 pm @ 4:00 pm @ 5:00 pm @ 6:00 pm
These meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road and are open to the public.
Remember to Turn on Bleeder Valves
The District reminds you that per District Bylaw No. 428, residents must turn ON the bleeder valves in their residences from October 1, 2015 to May 1, 2016. Please ensure that your valves are in working condition before you turn them on. It is the residents’ responsibility to ensure that their water systems do not freeze. Any thawing of lines will be at the homeowner’s expense.
Elkford Aquatic Centre Annual Maintenance Shutdown: November 23 - December 7, 2015
This year, the Aquatic Centre’s Annual Maintenance Shutdown will take place from November 23 to December 7, 2015, rather than in its usual month of September.
Keep Informed: Visit www.elkford.ca Find us on Facebook: (District Elkford)
You are Invited: 2015 Seniors’ Christmas Luncheon
For members of the 50+ Club and residents of Elkford who are 60 years and over. Wednesday, December 16, 2015 12:30 pm Elkford Community Conference Centre Please RSVP by December 1st by calling 250.865.4010 or by emailing cdawson@elkford.ca.
Kids’ Christmas Craft Workshop
This workshop will have participants getting in the Christmas spirit while creating two different holidaythemed projects! As always, participants will be able to put their own creative spin on their work and will leave the Workshop with ornamental holiday projects. Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Community Conference Centre - Meeting Room #2 $36.64 per person + tax Minimum 6, Maximum 12 Registration deadline: November 25, 2015
Holiday Centrepieces
Use fresh flowers, greenery and decorations to put your own spin on a holiday centrepiece to dress up your home for the holidays. All supplies are included. Wednesday, December 16, 2015, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Community Conference Centre - Meeting Room #1 $48.85 per person + tax Minimum 5, Maximum 10 Registration deadline: December 9, 2015
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Monday
• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at 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 • 9:00 to 10:30am – Indoor Walking at the Fernie Community Centre • 9:00 to 11:00am – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am – Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to Noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00pm – Dominoes at the Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 3:30 to 5:30pm - Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 4:00pm – Special Olympics Athletes Bowling, Sparwood Lanes • 6:00pm – Bridge at the Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm – Mahjong at the Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 7:00pm – Celebrate Recovery at Mountainside Church • 7:00pm – Community Climb Night at Evolution Climbing Gym • 7:30 to 9:00pm – Ladies Night at Old School Boxing • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Hot Tub Only at the Sparwood Pool
Tuesday
• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 10:30am – Indoor Walking at the Fernie Community Centre • 9:00 to 11:00am – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym at the Fernie Family Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre •11:00am – Crafts at the Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Water Walking at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:30pm - Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre
• 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:30pm - Ladies Archery at the Elks Hall • 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 9:00pm – Public Drop In Climbing at College of the Rockies • 7:30pm – Cribbage at the Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 7:30 to 9:00pm – Mixed Boxing Recreational at Old School Boxing • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool
Wednesday
• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 10:30am – Indoor Walking at the Fernie Community Centre • 9:00 to 11:00am – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am – Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym at the Fernie Family Centre • 10:30 to Noon – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 10:30 to Noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 11:45am – Gentle Fit at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 12:00pm - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 1:00pm – Cards at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 1:00pm – Decorative Arts at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 3:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:30pm - Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – 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 • 6:00 to 9:00pm – Drop in Workshop at Clawhammer Press • 6:30pm – Tae Chi at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie
• 7:00pm – Quilting at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 8:00 to 9:00pm –14+ Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool
Thursday
• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to 10:30am – Indoor Walking at the Fernie Community Centre • 9:00 to 11:00am – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:15am – Ease the Knees at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to Noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 11:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:00pm – Pay Me Cards at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 1:00 to 2:30pm – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 3:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim aat Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:30pm - Red Cross Swim at Fernie 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 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm – Darts at the Sparwood Legion • 7:30 to 9:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing • 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Swim at the Sparwood Pool
Friday
• 6:30 to 8:00am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00 to 1:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 8:00 to 9:30am – Lanes and Leisure at the Sparwood Pool • 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:00 to 11:00am – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00 to Noon – Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:30 to 10:30am –Aquafit at the Sparwood Pool • 9:30 to 10:15am – Aquafit at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 10:00 to 11:00am – Kindergym at the Fernie Family Centre • 10:30 to 11:15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30 to Noon – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool
• 3:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:30 to 5:30pm - Red Cross Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 3:45 to 4:45pm – Swim Club at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 4:00 to 5:30pm - Free Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 6:00 to 8:00pm - Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 7:00pm – Jam Night every 2nd Friday at the Sparwood Legion • 7:30pm – Cribbage at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie • 8:00 to 9:00pm – Teen/Adult Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre
Saturday
• Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at 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 • 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 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 • 7:30pm – Social at Seniors Drop In Centre Fernie
Sunday
• Noon to 6:00pm – Fitness Centre open at Fernie Aquatic Centre • Noon to 6:00pm – Public Swim at Fernie Aquatic Centre • 1:00 to 2:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 1:30 to 2:30pm – Family Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 2:00 to 3:00pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool • 5:00 to 6:00pm – 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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Moonlight Madness Craft Fair, Elkford Conference Centre 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm Open House for future Kindergarten students, Ecole Sophie-Morigeau 6:00 – 7:00 pm Masquerade Ball, the Royal Holiday Craft Fair, Fernie Community Centre Craft & Small Business Fair, Sparwood Murder Murder, Band at the Royal Fernie Ghostriders vs. Sicamous, Fernie Arena Public Image Ltd., Vogue Theatre Concert Series, Slocan Ramblers, The Arts Station Craft Fair, Greenwood Mall Sparwood Tree Lighting, Centennial Square Sparwood Rachel Butterworth, The Arts Station Gallery Reception: Deck the Walls, The Arts Station Pirates, Ships & Treasure Maps, Fernie Library 1:00 – 2:30pm Dublic DJs, the Royal Fun in Fernie Fatbike Sessions, The Guides Hut The Runs, (local punk band), the Royal Sarah Jane Scouten Live, Clawhammer Press
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What the Dickens, Fernie Arts Station Opening Day, Fernie Alpine Resort Fernie Ghostriders vs. Castlegar, Fernie Arena Indie Film: Remember, The Vogue Theatre Santa Claus Breakfast, Park Place Lodge 9:30 Noon Fernie Ghostriders vs. Spokane, Fernie Arena Fernie Ghostriders vs. Golden, Fernie Arena CP Holiday Train, The Arts Station 5:15 – 6:00pm
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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 am-5 pm (Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250.423.4226
Fernie Aquatic Centre
Bears In and Around Our Community
Winter Parking and Snow Removal
The City of Fernie reminds residents to store their garbage in a secure garage or shed or inside your house until collection day. Excess household garbage may be taken free of charge to the Transfer Station located on Hwy 3 at Brenner Rd across from Home Hardware, Monday-Friday (9 am - 5 pm) and Saturday-Sunday (10 am - 4 pm).
Winter parking regulations are now in effect and Snow Removal will be starting soon! We would like to remind residents to be aware of snow removal equipment working on City streets. Our crews make every effort to make streets safe and passable throughout the winter and need your cooperation. Please slow down when travelling near snow removal equipment and always observe traffic control personnel. The following alternate parking schedule will be enforced through to April 15, 2016 and vehicles are subject to towing:
It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that there are no unnatural food sources available to attract bears into residential areas. The Waste & Regulation Bylaw No. 1845 specifies that it is unlawful to accumulate, place or store wildlife attractants (garbage, food products, food waste and other accessible, edible products or waste that attracts wildlife) under your carport, on your deck, in your backyard or in such a manner as to promote an increase in bear activity, thereby creating a risk to the safety of the public in the neighborhood or vicinity. By complying with this bylaw and keeping your property free of attractants (garbage and bird feeders), bears will move on resulting in a safer community and avoiding the unnecessary destruction of bears. Your help and compliance is appreciated. For more information on waste regulations please visit the City’s website at www.fernie.ca to view Waste Regulation Bylaw No. 1845, or contact Bylaw Services at 250.423.2244 or bylaw@fernie.ca. Keep our community safe. Manage your garbage, fruit trees and other bear attractants responsibly.
250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250.423.4466
Fernie Memorial Arena 1092 Highway 3
For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911
TaxTALK Do you want to have a say in where your tax dollars are spent? Do you know what services the City provides and what the real costs are? What services are most important to you? Here is your opportunity to TaxTALK with Council! Council is asking you to help determine the priorities for 2016 and find the right balance between investing in quality, sustainable public services and keeping tax rates affordable. Please complete a short survey that will inform Council of what you think priorities should be for the 2016 Budget and Strategic Plan. The survey should take just 5-10 minutes to complete and asks what the top priorities should be for public services, what issues our strategic plan should focus on to move Fernie toward our community vision and a few general questions about the services we provide. Visit our webpage to do the survey online or pick up a copy at City Hall, Fernie Heritage Library or Fernie Aquatic Centre. The survey will close on December 4th. We need your participation!
Leisure Services Happenings Fernie Aquatic Centre Fall 2015 Swim Schedule (September 6 – December 19, 2015) Public Swim Monday to Friday 7:00am-1:00pm and 3:00pm-8:00pm Saturday and Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm Water Slide Monday to Friday, 4:00pm-6:00pm Saturday and Sunday, 1:00pm-5:00pm Aqua Fit Active Fit Mon/Wed/Fri - 8:30am-9:15am Gentle Fit Tues/Thurs/Fri - 10:30am-11:15am Crocodile Swim 1st and 3rd Saturday each month 3:00pm-5:00pm Swim Lessons Registration for Winter Swim Lessons from January to March 2016 will open starting November 30, 2015. For more information all Aquatic Programs including Lifeguard Training courses and Private Aquatic bookings available please call the Fernie Aquatic Centre at 250.423.4466. Fernie Memorial Arena Fall Public Programs Adult Shinny Monday-Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Public Skating Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30am-11:15am
Free Admission Parent & Tot Wednesday, 10:30am-11:15am Free Admission Skate & Shoot Wednesday, 11:45 am-1:00pm No School Fridays Youth Shinny 10:45am – 11:45am No School Fridays Public Skating Noon – 12:45pm Public Skating Friday, 7:00pm-8:15pm Saturday, 2:00pm-3:45pm & 6:45pm-8:15pm Sunday, 2:15pm-4:00pm Please note Public Skating is not scheduled during Fernie Ghostrider home games and other scheduled special events. The next Ghostrider Home Game is November 21st at 7:30pm. Fernie Minor Hockey Tournament on November 20th & 21st, no public skating in afternoon or evening.
NO PARKING permitted on the South or East Side of the Roadways Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday NO PARKING permitted on the North or West Side of the Roadways Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays Snow/ice covered walkways and driveways make it difficult for people to get around, so we ask business owners to please ensure that your sidewalks are cleared and safe for pedestrians. We would like to remind you that every business located adjacent to a sidewalk is responsible for the removal of ice and snow from that portion of the sidewalk before 9:00AM each day. Failure to do so could result in a fine. For more information on the winter parking and snow removal regulations please visit the City’s website at www. fernie.ca or contact Bylaw Services at 250.423.2244 or bylaw@fernie.ca.
Volunteer Appreciation! The City of Fernie and Columbia Power invite you, our Community Volunteers, to the 2015 Volunteer Appreciation Event! Join us as we honour and thank YOU who work so tirelessly to make Fernie the special place it is. We would like to treat you to lunch and spend some time sharing how volunteers like you help to make our community a better place! When: Friday, November 27, 2015 Time: 12 Noon to 2:00pm Where: Senior Citizen Drop In Centre 552-3rd Avenue RSVP: 250-423-4458 or email information@fernieheritagelibrary. com We hope all our Amazing Community Volunteers will join us!
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Cherrywood Tennis Court Replacement Consultation
Upcoming Meetings of Council (in Council Chambers)
Monday, November 30, 2015
Committee of the Whole Meeting at 1:00 pm
Monday, December 21, 2015
Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm
Monday, December 7, 2015
Regular Meeting at 1:00 pm
DISTRICT OF SPARWOOD NOTICE TO BIDDERS Janitorial Services
Sealed Bids, clearly marked “Janitorial Services – District of Sparwood” and addressed to Mr. Duane Lawrence, Director of Community and Facility Services will be received at the office of the District of Sparwood, P.O. Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, British Columbia, V0B 2G0, before 2:00 p.m., local time on Thursday, December 10, 2015. Bids received and not conforming to the foregoing will be returned to Bidder(s) without consideration. These contracts are to provide janitorial services as outlined in the Bid Package for the Municipal Office located at 136 Spruce Avenue; Public Works Building located at 477 Pine Avenue and Fire Hall No. 1 located at 479 Pine Avenue. Bid packages outlining scope of work and special conditions can be obtained from the District of Sparwood Municipal Office on or after November 12, 2015. A mandatory site visit will be held on Thursday, November 19, 2015 commencing at the Public Works Office at 1:30 p.m. (477 Pine Avenue). Only those bidders who have attended the site visit will be considered for the contract. The District of Sparwood will only enter into a contract with a company incorporated under the laws of British Columbia or authorized to carry on business in British Columbia. Bids must be for services for all specified facility locations. The District of Sparwood may decide in its sole discretion that no bid submitted will be accepted and no Contract will be awarded pursuant to this bid process. In that event, all Bidders will be notified and the District will have no liability to any Bidder. If the District decides to accept a bid and award a Contract, the selection of the successful Bidder will be based on a number of criteria, which shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, price, experience, and qualifications of the Bidder. Receipt of an invitation to bid or receipt and evaluation by the District of a bid does not imply that the Bidder is qualified. Bids received by facsimile machine or by e-mail will not be accepted. Inquiries regarding these Contracts shall be directed to: Duane Lawrence, Director of Community & Facility Services Telephone: 250.425.0552 e-mail: dlawrence@sparwood.ca
Smoke from Open Burning
Many residents in the Elk Valley have been inquiring about smoke conditions lately. Fire season this year, started early and continues to date with some fires still requiring crew mitigation. When the fire season starts early and goes late into the year many piles of tree stock and debris are still left on the ground. These piles are required to be burned off before the next fire season so the fire rating does not continue to increase. Work crews now have a very short window to burn off these piles before snow depth stops the work. The Provincial government requires that these piles must be burned off before next season. The Ministry of Forests and Ministry of Environment understand what happens when burn piles are ignited at this time of year but their hands are tied because forest fire control has a higher priority.
In 2007 Council made the decision to develop the Cherrywood subdivision which included a plan for multi-family dwellings, where the existing tennis/basketball courts are located, to offer a more cost-effective option for families. This site was purchased in 2015 to construct a 19 unit multi-family housing development. The District understands the importance of providing recreation and leisure opportunities that are accessible to local residents. To this end we will be undertaking a comprehensive community consultation process in order to answer two primary questions. 1.
What type of recreation asset would local residents like in lieu of the tennis and basketball courts?
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Where would the best site be to locate the new recreation infrastructrue?
The District will be conducting a survey and will provide residents with an opportunity to view the survey results and provide additional feedback. A final information session will be held to share the complete findings, confirm the options requested by residents, and to provide an estimated timeline for the replacement infrastructure to be realized. Below is a tentative timeline.
Additional information is available on the District website http://www.sparwood. ca/heightsconsultation or by contacting Duane Lawrence at 250.425.0552 or email dlawrence@sparwood.ca.
On-Street Parking Regulations October 1 - March 31
We would like to remind residents that the District’s On-Street Parking Regulations came into effect on October 1st. Section 36 of the Sparwood Traffic, Parking and Highway Regulation Bylaw No. 472, 1987 prohibits on-street parking from 6:00 am to 4:00 pm October 1st to March 31st inclusive. Residents should note that: • Parking on the street during snow plowing, snow removal, snow hauling, or sanding operations is prohibited; • It is an offence to push, place or throw or allow to be pushed, placed or thrown any snow or ice upon a highway or lane; • That no advance warning is required under the bylaw and section 189 (1) (n) of the Motor Vehicle Act and offending vehicles will be towed. Please make appropriate arrangements for parking your vehicles.
Is Your House Number Clearly Visible?
Ever wonder about your house number? Often, the previous owner installed the number and the new owner never had to think about it, leaving them clueless as to why it was placed where it is or why a particular color or size was chosen. These numbers are more important than you probably realize, and a lot of thought goes into making sure they are visible. House numbers should be clear enough so that RCMP, the fire department, ambulance, etc., can quickly locate properties in an emergency. Numbers are often the only way that first-responders can identify their intended destinations.
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Arts&Entertainment WhatsOn THE FREE PRESS Thursday, November 19, 2015
What’s on in the Elk Valley this week.
Arts Station celebrates 25 years By Andrea Horton Free Press Staff
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he upstairs of the Fernie Arts Station was transformed into a high class martini bar, while local bands played downstairs in the theatre last Friday night in celebration of the Arts Station’s 25th year in the community. The Station hosted approximately 110 people for the event that was put on by the board of directors. “Tonight we are celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Arts Station,” said Denise Baughan, president of the Arts Station. “Initially this was a really old train station and the Arts Council decided that they wanted to take this place over in the 1980s for a home for the arts. So they fundraised and refurbished
Fernie Legion President David Black and Fernie Mayor Mary Giuliano enjoy the evening at the Arts Station Photo by A. Horton
all of the original fixings and it was just like a huge labour of love. “So tonight is just a really big celebration of the past and talking about ideas for the future,” said Baughan. “We wanted something that people could come together and mingle and have time to chat and not feel like they had to stay and watch bands in the theatre or stay upstairs and listen to presentations. We just wanted to make it their night and I think we accomplished that.” While some of the crowd mingled upstairs at the martini bar, others gathered in the theatre to be entertained by local talent including Heather MacDonald, The Relief
Committee, Red Girl and Shred Kelly. “I think this is a great evening,” said Fernie Mayor Mary Giuliano. “The people that planned it did an extraordinary job - it’s different. I was expecting something ordinary but the decorations, the food, the music and the blue lounge is just amazing. I want to congratulate the Arts Station board for keeping this building going for 25 years and especially thank the visionaries in the beginning…. but credit also goes to the people that have been keeping it up. “For Fernie this is a great amenity, arts and culture is one of the driving forces for the economy everywhere and Fernie is really lucky to have a really strong arts and culture community,” added Giuliano.
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Artist crafts leather and lamp creations from people, which are awesome, I just try and figure out how to make it. olly Kimola is new to art, as That is part of the appeal she didn’t grow up practicing is just staring at the a variety of mediums, but leather and the idea that that hasn’t stopped her from diving the person sent me and in wholeheartedly. The Fernie-based just trying to figure out artist has two main loves: lamp how it all goes together making and leatherwork, diversifying and make it beautiful and her portfolio. functional at the same “My first love was making lamps. time.” I called myself Grinding Lights and I Kimola recently make all of my lamps out of recycled acquired a vintage vintage parts that I find around and sewing machine that used mostly out of meat grinders and to be intended for fixing colanders,” said Kimola. canvas sails on boats. She Kimola started experimenting with hopes to use it to expand leatherwork after moving to Fernie Local artist, Holly Kimola, in her studio in West Fernie. her portfolio and make in 2011. She was familiar with its bags out of leather and Photo by L. Scheitel multiple uses, as she grew up using it canvas. “I like making of goods, including key chains, wallets, belts as much as possible. and backpacks. However, her most popular art that is functional,” she said. “I’ve been a horse person all of my life, item sold in the summer was drink cozies Kimola has been a part of the Fernie Arts always using leather. And then moving to that attached to bicycles. Co-op for two years, which she enjoys as Fernie and just trying to find my bearings in “I think I spent last winter learning how to it gives her a community of artists to work town, I spent a lot of time hanging out with make belts, got faster at that, and then started with. an old cowboy named Brian Ironmonger,” bigger and better things. It’s amazing what “I love how artistic this community is and she said. “he has Brian’s Saddle Shop in you can do with leather, whether you are I love how many different mediums people between here and Cranbrook, so I spent making belts or stamping. You can just do the have,” she said. “I love the smell, I love the several hours a week just hanging out at his most beautiful art work stamped right into floor, I love how supportive all of the artists shop and listening to his stories and sort of leather. It’s so versatile,” she said. are and it’s such a tight community. After watching him work with leather. He would When it comes to designing or creating two years, it’s definitely a little art family.” sort of show me a little bit here and there or something, Kimola often takes the trial by Her next show will be at a local holiday give me a piece of leather and some tools and error approach and learns along the way. craft fair, hosted by Sarah Pike, a potter. Pike send me off to the corner so I could try and “I see things and I just want to figure out has invited five other artists to her show, in figure it all out.” how to make it. I see lamps or I see pieces which she turns her house into a makeshift Now, Kimola orders bulk hides from and I think, ‘I’m going to learn how to make gallery. Kimola’s work can also been seen at Tandy’s, a retail chain specializing in a lamp’,” she said. “And now with the the Arts Co-op. leatherwork supplies. She makes a variety leather, whether it’s belts or special requests By Leah Scheitel Free Press Staff
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Fernie photographers credited by travel website By Leah Scheitel Free Press Staff
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Lake Resort Group, said sites like Matador are important, as it shows change within the travel media industry. “The world of tourism marketing is shifting to influencers. Social
Mike McPhee, along with three other Fernie-based photographers, have been named to a list of the best photographers in the Canadian Rockies. Photo courtesy by Mike McPhee
top 12 Instagram accounts in the Canadian Rockies. Instagram is a social media platform that allows users to share photographs. Matadornetwork. com published a list last month, naming the top 12 Instagram accounts in the Rockies, which included Matt Kuhn, Kyle Hamilton, Nick Nault and Mike McPhee. “I was kind of shocked I guess when I saw the list and there was four of us photographers listed, which was really cool,” said McPhee. “Some of the other photographers listed were some of the biggest Instagrammers in North America and the world. To have four of us Fernie-ites listed amongst some of the best Instagrammers in the world, like Callum Snape and Taylor Burk and Jeff Bartlett, was really, really big.” McPhee, who works as the marketing director at Island
media influencers are the new journalists. In decades past, it was the travel journalist writing for a newspaper that had influence and it’s who you wanted to come and write about your property or your place, but now it’s the influential instagrammers and bloggers of the world that are kind of changing the media landscape,” he said.” Kuhn, Nault and Hamilton are professional photographers as well have worked at Island Lake Lodge as staff photographers. McPhee said being named to a high profile list speaks to the talent in Fernie. “I think it just speaks to the depths of photography talent within Fernie,” McPhee said. “As we get known more and more for our tourism products, a lot of that story gets told through the local photographers and especially with instagram becoming one of the main platforms for
tourism marketing globally. The importance of Fernie having those assets is pretty big.” McPhee said he did see a small bump in followers after Matador published the article. “It’s been more personal until
recently, and I’ve started to make it a little more professional, like the others are,” he said. “I’ve just started to try and make it a little more interesting and started posting a lot of my old professional photos.”
All photographers can be found on Instagram: @nick.nault, @mkuhnphoto, @khphotograph, and @mcphoto99. The full list of photographers and more travelinspired content can be found at Matadornetwork.com.
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The Fernie Remembrance Day parade, led by piper Jim Walgren of Sparwood, formed up at the Fernie Legion, and made its way to the cenotaph amidst the first snowfall of the year. Genuine respect was evident as the large crowd bowed their heads during the two-minute Wave of Silence. Photos by J. Cronin
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Brianna Falk, Charlotte Higgins, Dylan Hutchinson, and Nathan Bullock being named to the Zone 1 team. Also competing in the Senior Women’s Division and winning gold was Kara Goodman who is training hard to be part of the B.C. team for a second year and competing at the Canadian Nationals this spring. The next major event for the Fernie club will be their annual tournament in January which brings together over 100 competitors from the Kootenays and Southern Alberta.
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thletes of the Fernie Freestyle Ski Club are gearing up for the upcoming season with new lead coaches and a newly designed development program. This season the club has spent a lot of time developing a program to create a clear path for athlete development, said Lori Bradish, FFSC board member. “We realized when our lead coach Chris Ebbern left in the spring that it was an opportunity for the club to address our athlete development path and to refine it for the coming The Fernie Freestyle Ski Team coaches skiers slopestyle skiing. years,” said Bradish. Submitted photo With input from new lead coaches Ben Ogilvie and will learn to carve turns and develop good Luke Juergensen the new program closely basics in jumps, moguls and the terrain park. follows the Canadian Freestyle Association’s Participants can choose Saturdays or Sundays. program identifying different goals for different Freestylzers is for skiers eight years and up. It skier abilities. Other coaches returning this year focuses on more advanced skill development – are Nathan Bundschuh, Bryan Larock, Luka learning tricks, spins, boxes, rails and progression Sinhart and Luke Kary. of jumps in a safe environment. There are Training at Fernie Alpine Resort runs from two options for Freestylzers: competitive two December to April and focuses on all freestyle day program and non-competitive one day elements – moguls, park, big mountain, powder, program. The goal of the competitive program pillows, steeps and drops. is to introduce athletes to a competitive structure Club athletes can choose between a while maintaining the emphasis on lots of fun. recreational, non-competitive, learning to For skiers from 11-17 years old, there are also compete and high performance competing two development programs – Get Ready to programs. Compete and the Provincial Competitive Team. New this season is Jumps and Bumps, a In the first group skiers further develop their program developed by the Canadian Freestyle park skills, progress jumps, moguls, start the Ski Association. Participants, aged six and path to qualifying tricks and embrace more offseven years-old, must be able to parallel ski season, off-snow training. This program is a day and be able to load and unload the ski lift and a half. independently. In this 1-day program skiers The Provincial Competitive team is compiled of skiers who have already been competing at provincial level UP TO 61% OFF! Paderno Granite fry pans feature our toughest, most durable, competitions and are non-stick coating that we have ever tested. Durable riveted handles and an encapsulated bottom pad. dedicated to travelling 20cm/8” Granite fry pan. List: $129.00. Now $49.99! as part of their training 24cm/9.5” Granite fry pan. List: $139.00. Now $59.99! and season. 28cm/11” Granite fry pan. Training is focused List: $149.00. Now $69.99! on qualifying air tricks, refining 63% OFF! 43cm, 18/10 stainless steel 60% OFF! mogul technique and 24cm/9.5” Canadiana roaster with non-stick rack. developing complex Everyday pan. List: $219.99. rail tricks, commitment $179.00. List: $179.00 to off-snow, offseason training. This program is designed $7999 $6999 for athletes who would like to compete at a 60% OFF! 63% OFF!6pc non-stick 20pc Souris knife set. List: $99.99. more advanced level flatware set, Set includes: 3.5” paring and build advanced 4x5pc place knife, 5” utility knife, Freestyle Skiing skills. setting. 7” Santoku knife, List: $99.99. The club also 8” carving knife, 8” bread knife, owns an Olympic, 99 $3999 8” Chef knife. $36 12-string trampoline NOW THRU NOVEMBER 22ND ONLY AT: stored at the Max Turyk Community CRANBROOK INVERMERE Center. Club coaches, Home Hardware Building Centre Invermere Home Hardware qualified and trained 9980 Arrow Road 1901 McPhee Road in trampoline, teach courses throughout the FERNIE winter with a focus on Fernie Home Hardware moving aerial tricks Building Centre from the trampoline to 300 Manitou Road on-snow.
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The Fernie Ghostriders lost both weekend games, including a 4-0 loss to the Kamloops Storm on Saturday night. Photo by A. Horton By Leah Scheitel Free Press Staff
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he Ghostriders hosted two strong teams at the Fernie Memorial Arena over the weekend, starting with the Columbia Valley Thundercats on Friday and ending with the Kamloops Storm on Saturday. They lost both games, earning no points over the weekend. Head Coach Craig Mohr said the team is trying to keep their spirits high, focusing on prevailing and winning future games rather than the two tough losses. “Friday was a pretty hard fought game. I thought we had opportunities to win that game. We didn’t have a ton of puck luck but I didn’t have a huge issue with our effort. I thought we played hard,” he said. The Ghostriders lost 4-2 against the Thundercats, who they have battled against all season. The game against the Kamloops Storm was more one-sided, with Kamloops dominating over the Ghostriders for a final score of 4-0. “We had seven regular guys out of our line up and I think they smelled blood in the water and, truth be told, they took it to us,” he said. “They’re
a good hockey team [and] there is a reason that they are one of the top three teams in the league.” Mohr thought the Storm might have been motivated by the fact that the Ghostriders beat them in their home arena on Oct. 31, adding that might have been a factor in how hard the Storm played on Saturday night. The Ghostriders have been plagued by injury for much of the season, and currently have many of their defensemen out, including Keagan Kingwell and Ryan Kennedy, both of whom were injured in the weekend’s games. “I can’t be too hard on their effort right now, they are playing hard and we’ve just got to continue weathering the storm and do what we can to scrape up some points,” said Mohr. The Ghostriders also hosted the Golden Rockets on Nov. 10, winning 4-2. Mitch Titus scored the first two goals of the game, earning him praise from Mohr and young fans. The Ghostriders face division rivals, the Kimberley Dynamiters, in Kimberley on Friday and host the Sicamous Eagles on Saturday. Game time is 7:30 p.m. Follow The Free Press on Twitter for live updates of all home games.
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mma Nieuwesteeg has been figure skating for over half of her life. The 14-year-old started skating at the age of six, and has made it an integral part of her life. Now, she skates at least six days a week and is competing against some of the province’s best skaters. She competed in the Sectional Championships, which included athletes from all over B.C. and the territories. The competition was held in Coquitlam on Nov. 7 and Nov. 8. The short program heats were on Saturday, which decided the order of skating for the long form competition.
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Emma Nieuwesteeg, 14, competed in the Sectional Championships, held in Coquitlam on Nov. 7 and Nov. 8. Photo submitted by L. Skubovius
Nieuwesteeg said she competed directly against 40 other skaters and came in seventh overall, after both her long and short program routines. Nieuwesteeg is an active member of the Fernie Skating Club and is under the coaching of Deb Joseph. “She’s good. She can be positive and helps me a lot,” Nieuwesteeg said of Joseph’s coaching. She is on the ice at least six days a week for anywhere from an hour to two hours a day, depending on the day and the amount of ice time she has for the day. Ice time, especially in the summer, can hinder her training, as the Fernie Memorial Arena loses the ice during the summer months. To compensate, Nieuwesteeg travels to train in other locations. Last summer, she spent time in both Kelowna and Canmore, practicing as much as possible. Nieuwesteeg wants to compete to the highest level she can achieve. Currently, she is in the novice category, but plans to advance to the junior and senior levels in the future. “Girls I know have gone to nationals and I think that would be cool, and maybe get into the junior or senior level,” she said. While there are possibilities past that, she knows that she would have to alter her life to achieve bigger dreams. “If I wanted to be really good, I would have to move away to the coast or somewhere like that, where they have proper training and advanced coaches and more ice time, and where they train three hours and day,” she said, adding that many other girls have opted for that route. “With them though, they don’t have the education that I have, because I only miss two hours of school a week, and other girls, they go to school for half of a day, not even. And then they don’t get their high school education as easily. I get to go skiing and do other things, and not just skate.” Nieuwesteeg is currently in Grade 9 at The Fernie Academy, and said that the school is supportive of her athletic endeavours, which she appreciates. They also have a program called the Skating Academy, which is two hours per week in which she gets to leave school specifically to skate. Her family is also supportive of her skating, travelling with her to competitions and enduring the early morning practices. “There are two early mornings a week, and they are not too bad,” said her mother Janet. “I don’t know how they do it, it’s first thing in the morning, and skating in the cold. They must really love it to do it so much.”
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im was born in Edmonton, and moved with his family to Calgary as a young child. He is the second youngest child of six. Tim’s love of music started at an early age. He recalls curling up in a “big old chair” and listening to his mom play the guitar and sing. As a singer in a country band, she would bring parties home and Tim would listen to late night jam sessions in the family living room. “I was in awe, there was nothing like it.” In 1970 at the age of nine, Tim picked up a guitar for the first time and learned his first tune – “Folsom Prison Blues”. “Johnny Cash was my hero,” Tim remembers. “I was really sad when he died. “ Tim’s parents divorced when he was seven, and he went to live on a farm with his dad during his high school years, northeast of Brooks, Alta. He recalls with fondness how years later, he took his Mom to the Patricia Hotel, about 20 km north east of Brooks, to play. At the age of 18, Tim got his first paying gig, playing at the Longview Hotel with his mom, then a wedding in Salmon Arm. Laid off from his job in Calgary, Tim’s sister who resided in Fernie, invited him to move here. He came for a visit, and laughs as he recalls that he was convinced to run for “Miss Hosmer.” With his long hair, it seemed a natural fit, and he was dressed in eveningwear as well as a swimsuit. “I got 3rd runner up, so that wasn’t bad,” he laughs. Shortly thereafter, in 1982 at the age of 21 Tim moved to Fernie. “I thought I would miss Calgary, but everyone was so friendly. I made so many friends, so fast,” he says. In the mid-eighties, Tim moved to Kelowna for work for one year, but returned to Fernie in June of 1986. He secured work at the ski hill. Other jobs followed, and it was while building the Arts Station in 1988/89 that Tim met his wife-to-be, Peggy, who he married in 1991. It was also during this time that Tim, together with Cam Kennedy, Dave Buliziuk and Gary Goode formed the band The Relief Committee. Tim accepted jobs driving buses for Coaltran and Leiko, and then truck at the Greenhills mine, but all the while his real passion was music. The demise of Westar in the early nineties gave Tim the opportunity to do something he really wanted. In an effort to get back to work, he was trained in Occupational First Aid, which he admittedly did not do well at. Tim went on to obtain his Adult Basic Education, which gave him the prerequisites he needed to enter in the Professional Music program at Selkirk College in Nelson. “The first year was tough,” Tim shares. He recalls that ear training was the hardest, and after year one, his instructors advised him that he might want to repeat that year. Persevering, Tim went home over the summer and practiced. “I practiced at home, practice, practice, practice, and finally I got it. I had been practicing on a piano, and all the time, I should have been practicing on a guitar.” Tim went on to complete his second year, being the only one of about 30 students over the age of 30 to graduate, and doing so with Distinction. “It was a tough two years, so stressful, and yet so cool.” Upon returning home, Tim taught guitar lessons, and returned to driving, now working as a casual for the School Board. Twenty-five years with The Relief Committee, and there is no doubt, given the opportunity, Tim will keep playing for another 25, after all, next to Peggy, music is the other lady in his life. A performer, instrumentalist and musician, Tim Ketchum is this week’s “face of the valley.”
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In Memoriam In Loving Memory of my mother, Sharon Gumowsky, who passed away November 19, 2010 No one knows how much I miss you. No one knows the bitter pain I have suffered, since I lost you. Life has never been the same. In my heart your memory lingers, sweetly, tender, fond and true. There is not a day dear mother, that I don’t think of you. Sleep on, dear mother, take your rest, They miss you most who loved you best, Friends may be friends, if they be true, But I lost my best friend when I lost you. Sadly missed and forever remembered...your loving son Kent
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Obituaries PETERS, KATHLEEN MAY “KATHY” Peacefully at the Elk Valley Hospital, Fernie on Sunday, November 8, 2015 at the age of 70. At Kathy’s request there will be a private graveside service. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations in memory of Kathy to the Salvation Army, Box 2259, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0. Condolences and memories shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs. com. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services, Fernie.
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JEAN SPENCER (June 12, 1934 – November 3, 2015)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mam, Nannan and Great Nannan Jean Spencer. She was born June 12, 1934 in Wath-Upon-Dearne, South Yorkshire, England to her parents Horace and Edith Frost. Jean immigrated to Canada in 1974 with her husband David and 4 children, and settled in Sparwood B.C. Jean passed peacefully on November 3, 2015 with two of her daughters by her side. A great story teller and tuned in to what was happening around her, when you visited her you could catch up with all the latest happenings. Conversations were always fun with her either politically, what was happening in BC and the world, to what was happening in Victor Newman’s world, or what the shopping network had to offer. She was always strong and a pillar to her family. We always knew if you needed something she would be there with a wealth of knowledge to help you through. She was given great respect by her children and grandchildren as you knew Nannan would straighten you up if you got too far out of line. Nannan always seemed to have something that ailed her, but when something needed to be done, she got it done. When she was younger, she worked in the mills in England. When the grandkids came along, she took great enjoyment in knitting and crocheting matinee coats with matching hats and booties. We always looked forward to her baking and Sunday meals and playing Lions T.V bingo. In England, Jean loved spending many a day with her dad playing bingo or placing a small bet on a horse race. We will miss her and the values and traditions she instilled in us all. The best tradition of all, was singing a Christmas song before we opened presents. It was always trying having to wait for Nannan to come out so we could sing to her, knowing she would drag out her morning routine to keep us in suspense. Jean will be dearly missed and forever loved by her children, Lynne (Cliff) Sigvaldason of Blairmore AB, Julie Macintosh of Grand Prairie, AB, Chris (Sharon) Spencer of Dawson Creek, BC and Christine (Ray) Laflamme of Elkford, BC; 10 grandchildren, Steven(Melissa) Radford, Jennifer Shade, Bobbie Radford, Jonathon (Jill) Shade, Jolene (Ryan) Currie, Terri-Ann (Brett) Olson, Ashley and Justine Laflamme, Greg (Natalie) Sigvaldason and Wendy Sigvaldason; 12 greatgrandchildren, Christopher, Kaylee, Shelby, Rose-Lynne, Saige, Kylen, Connor, Tristan, Brayden, Breanne, Kayla and Cynthia. She was predeceased by her husband, David in 2011; infant son, Neil-Michael in 1963; parents, Horace and Edith Frost; her only brother, Derick Frost; and three close cousins, Charlotte, Lois and Vera. A private family service will be held at a later date. Donations in memory of Jean will be gratefully accepted by the Heart & Stroke Foundation (207 – 542, 7 St. S., Lethbridge, AB T1J 2H1) or the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca or P.O. Box 359, Bellevue, AB T0K 0C0). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.
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SOMMERFELD: Our beloved father and grandfather, John Sommerfeld, passed away peacefully at the Elk Valley Hospital on November 7, 2015 at the age of 88 years. John was born in Brightholme, SK on May 7, 1927 to parents Edward and Josephine Sommerfeld. John will be dearly missed by his daughters Arlene (Jack) Punk and Phyllis Sommerfeld, grandchildren Ryan, Shayna, and Tyler Punk, brothers Fred and Norman (Maureen), and sisters Agnes, Alice, Edna and Violet as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, his wife Agnes, sisters Lillian and Emma, and brothers Leonard and Eddy. John married Agnes Dortman on October 23, 1953. The couple lived and farmed near Shellbrook, SK where they raised their two daughters. In 1964 they relocated to Riondel, BC where John worked in the Bluebell Mine for 7 years until moving to Elkford, BC in 1971. In Elkford, John worked as a driller with Fording River until his retirement in 1993. After retiring, John threw himself fulltime into his woodworking hobby, making over 200 cedar chests and numerous other small projects before moving to Sparwood in 2005. While living in the Senior’s Villa and later Lilac Terrace, he continued his woodworking in his shop on Jack and Arlene’s acreage. In 2012, John moved to Rocky Mountain Village in Fernie, BC. Unable to physically do any more woodworking, he still dreamed of his lathe and all the projects he could do with the wood from the big, dry tree outside the dining room at the home. He replaced his woodworking with many hours of colouring, which filled his days and kept him happy and content. Cremation was held, and a Memorial Service will be held in the Spring of 2016. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Memories & condolences shared at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.
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Slocan Ramblers performing at the Arts Station only B.C. date on the band’s two-week tour, with most of the performances scheduled for Alberta and Saskatchewan. The mini-tour is in support of their new album, Coffee Creek, which was released in July. “We were touring The Slocan around Canada a lot and were writing music on the road and arranging it and when it came time to make a new record, we had all of this new music that we had been kind of work shopping
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he Slocan Ramblers are making their way back to Fernie to play at the Arts Station on Nov. 25. The performance is the last in the Fall Concert Series, curated by the Arts Station. Adrian Gross, mandolin player for the group, said the band is looking forward to playing back in Western Canada. “We all grew up out east but somehow there is a bit of a B.C. connection through that and through touring out there, so it’s always fun to get to B.C.,” he said. The Fernie performance is the
we perform to try and capture the way we play music in the first place. I think it came it well, and we are happy with it.” Although the fourpiece band has strong B.C. connections, all members are from Toronto, where they started playing together about five years ago. Ramblers are playing in Fernie on Nov. 25. Now the tight-knit group play music described as Submitted photo “Homegrown Canadian for audiences and we had a pretty Bluegrass”. clear idea of what we wanted to “It’s bluegrass music, a big kind do,” he said. “We went into the of folk element. It’s a bluegrass studio and recorded live – very band, that’s how it was formed few studio tricks or edits – pretty and that’s what it still is but a lot much just recorded the same way
of other influences help colour it and help make it unique to what we want to do with it,” Gross said. The Slocan Ramblers were here twice in the summer, playing public shows outside of the Arts Station. “We’ve done two shows so far outside at the Arts Station like a summer patio series, which we’ve always had a lot of fun with and had really cool crowds for but this is our first time kind of playing the indoor theatre there, so we are really excited to do it. It was one of the first shows that we got that we built this tour around.” The Slocan Ramblers are set to take the stage on Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the Arts Station and at Freshies.
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TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)
Your brain is spinning with ideas. You may start a few things without necessarily completing them. You also suggest numerous activities to your friends.
GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)
You feel drained by all the stress in your life, so it’s important to rest. You also need to take steps to make significant changes to your lifestyle.
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You could benefit from a busier social life. Even if you’d like to be alone for a while, there will still be someone there to keep you company and make you smile.
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You may be responsible for an event that gathers together quite a few people. You manage to combine business with pleasure, and fun takes over the whole office.
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1. At least one 4. Iranian ruler, once 8. Rear 12. Plus 13. Hired vehicle 14. Scope 15. Learned 17. Cash drawer 18. Whiskey variety 19. Layered rock 20. “Puppy ____” 23. Scram 26. Valuable lodes 27. Poem of praise 28. Fri. follower 31. Deceptive sales scheme: 3 wds. 35. Building addition 36. Actor’s hint 37. Tresses 38. Discontinues 40. Hunter’s quarry 41. Stains 45. Linden or Holbrook 47. Rigging line 48. Farm section 53. Chilled 54. Ogled 55. Type of chart 56. Geologic ages 57. Wet, as grass 58. Kind of tide
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25. Newspaper items 28. “____ Wars” 29. Skin condition 30. Those people 32. Point-scoring serves 33. Catholic sister 34. Suggest 39. Buying frenzy 41. Soft white cheese 42. Crazy 43. Store sign 44. Danson et al. 46. “The ____ Griffith Show” 48. ____ of nails 49. Popeye’s yes 50. Go ____ over 51. Josh 52. Society newcomer
ANSWER/LAST WEEK - PUZZLE NO. 786
You can get away for a vacation at the last minute, even though it’s not something you were thinking about doing. Try to stay focused regarding some sort of learning experience.
LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)
Your emotions are fairly dominant this week. You have to learn to let go more and deepen your spiritual knowledge.
SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)
You’re not always as patient as you should be with your lover. Break the routine of your life together and experience some exciting new adventures as a couple.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)
It seems you’re the first person to take care of any emergencies that arise. This is ultimately quite beneficial to you at work.
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)
There may be some friction between you and your life partner; however, you quickly make some adjustments. You create a respectful environment and feel rather proud of yourself for it.
AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)
You need to show a little patience with a family member. You might get out the holiday decorations and make your house shine like never before.
PUZZLE NO. 523
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.
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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.
PISCES (February 19 - March 20)
There are numerous comings and goings on your agenda, either for business or in your personal life. By speaking out you resolve a conflict that’s been dragging on for a long time.
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Throwback Thursday
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Historical mining artifact rediscovered in creek
A rare coal cutter is removed from Michel Creek Tuesday. The cutter will become part of Sparwood’s increasing collection. Photo courtesy of Randal Mcnair.
A rare mining artifact of historical significance was pulled from the Michel Creek Tuesday. The piece, called a coal cutter, was rediscovered when work began on Sparwood’s Historical Mining Millennium Tour, a project to restore and display old pieces of mining equipment. Fernie historian Randal Macnair, who was commissioned by the District of Sparwood to do interpretive work n the project, says information about the artifact and its location came to light while he was doing his research on other artifacts. “A couple of people knew it was there, but one person marked the site. We followed through with his instructions and we went and found the artifact,” Macnair says. He says information on the cutter is sketchy right now because details on the equipment were not known until it was removed from the creek. He adds, however, the rediscovery of the piece, which was probably placed in the creek as rip-rap sometime in the 1940s or 1950s, is of historical significance. “It’s the only example of a coal cutter in this part of the world, certainly southeast BC,” Macnair says. “It’s technology long since past that was used from approximately the era of the 1920s. It tells a story of Sparwood’s history.”
Fernie Hotel changes hands The two amigos have done it again. Simon and Joe Howse, owners of the Grand Central Hotel and the Raging Elk Hostel, have claimed victory on yet another popular establishment, the Fernie Hotel. Officially changing hands in mid-December from Mike and Marvel McCann, the Fernie has also changed names. Nicknamed Fernie’s little spot of paradise, The Baha Cantina brings with it a ‘beach-y’ theme.
“We saw a lot of potential,” Joe Howse said regarding the sale of the Fernie. “And we love it. Fernie’s a great town.” “We’re putting some music in there and making it a nice place for a drink with a little bit of theme.” The Baha Cantina will be non-smoking, not because they are following in the footsteps of the Grand Central Hotel, but because the Workers’ Compensation Board told them it has to be.
“On this one we’re just following the law,” Howse said. Business so far has been booming according to Howse. Last Wednesday’s Aussie Day was a smash and as of Friday, Howse was planning their annual Super Bowl party. “And, we still have the same staff and same faces,” Howse said. On a different note, the apartments upstairs have been vacated. It is currently undetermined how they will be utilized.
Dog saves FAR employee following avalanche Fernie Alpine Resort was the scene of a dramatic rescue effort when patrollers and avalanche dog teams rescued a staff member who spent 24 minutes trapped under 1.5 meters of avalanche debris Dec. 19. Ski area employee Ryan Radchenko, 21 was operating the top station of Timber Bowl’s White Pass chair for the resort’s pro-patrol who were conducting avalanche control work. The Fernie resident was instructed to ski a designated safe route down the mountain, yet chose to stray into the ‘Shakey’s Acres’ area and approached two pro-patrollers working on the mountain at 1:23 pm. “He had enough time
for the patrollers to ask him why he was there and to say that he wasn’t wearing a transceiver before the slab broke underneath him.” said pro-patroller Robin Siggers. “One of the patrollers was also standing on the slab but managed to ski off.” Siggers estimated the slide as a class 2.5 avalanche, with snow fracturing 52 centimeters deep into the early season snowpack. According to Siggers, the victim was swept for 200 meters before disappearing from the patrollers sight. Ski patrollers on the scene radioed the base for immediate assistance of avalanche dogs.
Siggers and fellow patroller Sue Boyd arrived from the base area by snowmobile with avalanche dogs Keno and Jasper at 1:35 pm. “About five minutes after the dogs were there, Keno dug up a glove. We made sure it wasn’t one of ours, then we dug in and found his hand,” said Siggers. Radchenko was found unresponsive, but breathing after he was uncovered at 1:47 pm. Oxygen was administered on the scene and he was transported by toboggan to the base of the mountain, then rushed to Fernie hospital by ambulance where he was treated and released a short time later.
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