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East Hill back in the news with solar facility debate TRE VOR CR AWLEY

Cranbrook city council grappled with a zoning referral from regional government concerning a parcel of land that

has been the subject of controversy in the past. The Regional District of East Kootenay gave the city a heads up on a proposed zoning

change to a 2,700 hectare plot of land to the east of Cranbrook municipal boundaries. The proposed change would add a

definition of ‘Solar Energy Facility’ to the existing RR-60, Rural Resource zone to allow the use of new definition, should the owners of

the parcel wish to set up such a facility. According to city council documents, the applicants do not have a specific project in mind

but believe that the nature of any solar development project is unobtrusive and environmentally safe. City staff recom-

mended that the city’s interests are unaffected by the proposed change, something that councillor Norma Blissett took issue with. “Right now, that area is all forested, so you would have to remove all the tree cover of an area larger than all of Cranbrook right now,” Blissett said. “That’s massive, and that does affect us, that’s our viewscape, so we couldn’t say we’re unaffected.”

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Bicycles needed for iRide program BARRY COULTER

was they had said during the campaign to $29.4 billion, and that’s without actually fulfilling a number of campaign promises that they had made,” Stetski continued.

iRide organizers are looking for children’s sized bicycles to use for the iRide School program. The plans are proceeding to introduce an innovative cycling instruction program for youth into area schools is proceeding apace — at least six schools in Cranbrook are participating as well as a couple in Kimberley, and a two-day coaching certification session is scheduled for next week.

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Among almost 300 eager diners in line for the March 19th Spaghetti Dinner, co-sponsored by the Kimberley Refugee Resettlement Group (KRRG) and Wasa Lions. “Sagegrass” band plays on the stage at the rear of Wasa Community Hall. See full story, Page 4.

Stetski reacts to Liberal budget TREVOR CRAWLEY

Kootenay-Columbia MP Wayne Stetski is taking a waitand-see approach to the federal budget unveiled on Tuesday. “I think this is the way to look at government budgets,

is that in six months from now, people need to ask themselves if they are better off prior to this budget,” Stetski said. “Are they worse off or has there been no change in their day-to-day lives, other than we now have an addi-

tional almost 30 billion debt. “I think that’s the way we need to be looking at government budgets all the time.” Stetski referenced the Liberal’s projected deficit, projected at $29.4 billion—a monumental shift from their

campaign promise of a $10 billion deficit, as the party advocated turning on the spending taps to fund infrastructure projects across the country. “Interesting that the deficit went from $10 billion, which

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Horse, rider attacked by wolves Barry Coulter

It’s a striking image, with possibly a very striking history, and it goes to show what striking items can be found at our local thrift stores. Volunteers at the newly re-opened Cranbrook Health Care Auxiliary Thrift Store came in one day to find a painting, donated anonymously, in an ancient wooden case which appears specially designed to hold it. The painting, in oils, is dark and stained with the process of time, but it was determined that it is of great age — possibly as old as 300 years or more. The plaster of paris frame is only one clue. The approximate age, not

to mention the artist or nationality, cannot be determined without extensive restoration work the painting needs (no signature is visible). The painting shows a horseman who’s been attacked by a trio of wolves, and is fighting them off. One wolf has the horse by the throat, another wolf is dead on the ground, the horseman is firing at the third. The painting, which hung in the Thrift Store’s art gallery, has been sold — and the buyer intends to donate it to the Royal British Columbia Museum in Victoria. Barry Coulter photo

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BARRY COULTER With files from the Cranbrook History Centre

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The Regional District of East Kootenay has given the City of Cranbrook a heads up on a proposed zoning change to a 2,700 hectare plot of land to the east of Cranbrook municipal boundaries.

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The land parcel itself was part of a controversial referendum as Cranbrook citizens went to the polls in November 2009, narrowly defeating a proposal to expand the city’s boundaries to include the property within city limits by a vote of 2,616 to 2,581. Sheldon Isaman, who spearheaded the proposal, put parcel up for sale in 2011 for $10 million. The zoning designation is under the jurisdiction of the RDEK, however, city staff pointed out that the proposal isn’t a rezoning, rather, an addition of a permitted use within the zoning language. “I think what the comments from staff are indicating in this particular case is they’re looking at adding this as a permitted use within the existing zone, so they’re not actually changing the existing zoning of the property,” said Eric Sharpe, the Director of Engineering and Development Services. “So it has to do with the solar utility structure within it, but it’s not actually changing the zoning, it’s adding another use to that zone for that property.” Mayor Lee Pratt noted that any concerns the city had could be brought up at monthly RDEK members, where he sits as one of the

board of directors, along with councillor Tom Shypitka. “I’ve met with the party that’s involved in this, they came through here and were talking to numerous land owners about trying to see if they could buy the land to put the solar farm on,” said Pratt. “He mentioned all the way from Radium, down to Yahk, to the Alberta border, he had a number of parcels where he had meetings with the landowners. “So I might think that what they’re doing here is trying to find out what

the interest is and if there’s a possibility that this could be rezoned and they might pursue down that path. “…This is not cut and dried that they’re going to build a solar farm, there’s a lot of hoops they have to jump through yet that they have to be approved, and I’m sure when that time comes, when we sit at the Regional District, we can bring up the viewscape and those comments too. Right now, I think they’re trying to get a feel whether to proceed so they can do their due diligence and proceed with it.”

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The wealth of the past is under our feet, here in the East Kootenay — that’s the deep, deep past. Few of us are aware of the especial significance of our local fossil record, but next week an expert on such matters will be on hand to talk with us about it. The public is invited to a free lecture by Dr. Richard Hebda —“What’s Under Your Feet?” — in the Royal Alexandra Hall on Wednesday, March 30,at 7 p.m. The lecture aims to inform residents of the considerable fossil resources in the Kootenays, describe the uniqueness of our fossils, and the importance they play in the recorded chronology of life on earth. Dr.Hebda will speak about the national and international significance of specimens found in nearby areas such as Burgess Shale — where unique species

Dr. Richard Hebda from the deep past have been discovered — and the trilobites of the McKay group near Cranbrook. Dr. Hebda will also speak about the importance of keeping such fossils at institutions within B.C., especially locally. The Cranbrook History Centre, for example, has space for displaying fossils in its new museum. Richard Hebda has impressive paleontogical credentionals He has a Ph. D. in Botany from

A GOOD PLACE TO BE. Public Consultation Meeting for the 2016-2020 Financial Plan Bylaw – City Council invites the public’s participation regarding the proposed 2016-2020 Financial Plan. The meeting will be held on April 4th at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. Copies are available for pick up at City Hall, from the City’s website at http://kimberley.ca/news, or on our Facebook page. The 2016-2020 Financial Plan is scheduled for first three readings at the April 11th Regular Council Meeting and for final adoption at the April 18th Special Council Meeting. CBT Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program Funding Meeting - The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 13th at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall. Playfield Allocation Meeting - All organizations/groups (baseball, soccer, football, rugby, volleyball, Frisbee, concerts, movies, JulyFest, festivals, events, etc.), requesting to utilize the City of Kimberley playfields in 2016 are to attend the Playfield Allocation Meeting at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, March 30th at Centennial Centre. If you have any questions please contact Operations & Environment Services at 250.427.9660 or email operations@kimberley.ca. Low Water Levels at Mark Creek Dam - The Mark Creek dam is barely keeping up with the City’s water demand, and this will continue to be an issue until the spring runoff begins. Water conservation efforts will continue to focus on positive, participatory, choice‐based ways to conserve and reduce water usage. The City of Kimberley is asking all residents to please choose your water use needs wisely. Spring Yard Clean-up – This year’s spring clean-up will begin on April 5th with residents who have a regular garbage collection day of Wednesdays. Please visit the City’s website at http://kimberley.ca/ news/spring-yard-clean-begins-april for more details, including when the other garbage routes can set out yard waste for collection.

the University of British Columbia and has been a Curator at the Royal British Columbia Museum (Botany and Earth History) for more than 32 years. He’s a longtime adjunct faculty member at the University of Victoria (Biology, Earth and Ocean Sciences), and serves as Province of BC’s science advisor in Paleontology. He studies vegetation and climate history of B.C., Ethnobotany of BC First Nations, climate change and its impacts, restoration of natural systems and processes, and other subjects. He is a prolific author, editor and commentator. Should be interesting. Also taking part in the visit will be Elisabeth Deom, P. Ag., Senior Policy Advisor for Land Tenures Branch of the Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations. For more information, contact the Cranbrook History Centre, at 250-489-3918

EYE ON YOUR CITY Easter Weekend Closure – City Hall, Public Works Yard, and the Civic Centre will be closed on Friday, March 25th and Monday, March 28th. Happy Easter from City staff! The Aquatic Centre will be open from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 25th and Monday, March 28th, but closed on Sunday, March 27th. On Saturday, March 26th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, bring your kids to the Aquatic Centre for some fun at the Easter Hop! There will be games, swimming, and goodie bags. Admission is $4.00 per child. Swimming Lessons - Register now for April to June swim lessons and after-school programs. Don’t forget we have Saturday morning lessons! For registration and details call 250.427.2983 or visit www.kimberley. ca and click on the shortcut to Aquatic Centre Info. Annual Maintenance Shutdown – A reminder that the Aquatic Centre will be closed for the maintenance shut down from March 29th to April 17th, returning to normal operating hours on April 18th.

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Kimberley refugee group marks says Phase1 a success Submit ted

Greater Kimberley is celebrating Kimberley Refugee Resettlement Group (KRRG) crossing its first crucial threshold. Three recent fundraising dinners have pushed KRRG’s bank account well past $15,000. Meeting this cash requirement, KRRG is now eligible to search lists of United Nations Refugee Agency-approved refugees to identify just the right families for Kimberley, while simultaneously intensifying its fundraising efforts to meet the needs of two refugee families for their first year here. Putting the “fun” into fundraising, on Saturday night, March 19, almost 300 people attended the Wasa Spaghetti Dinner co-hosted by KRRG and Wasa Lions. While strangers and friends alike socialized, they also contributed generously in cash, took full advantage of a bountiful bake sale and an eclectic raffle of items donated by individuals and businesses. At the end of the evening’s festivities, KRRG had netted more than $2,500.

Wasa resident and KRRG volunteer Wilma Harding spearheaded the Spaghetti event with a lively group of volunteers from both KRRG and co-sponsoring Wasa Lions Club. She reported she was especially pleased to have had a hand in strengthening the larger community while people were enjoying the fine supper, entertained by the bands “Sagegrass” and “Bunkhouse Boys” who volunteered their time and talent. Ms. Harding and Fundraising Chair Lee Scott sent out special thanks to all who made every element work so well. Bake sale of items were prepared by people involved in every aspect of KRRG, those donating to the raffle included Arla Monteith, Ginessa Redding, Carol Latter, Innwest Kirkwood Inn, B & B Glass, Sully’s Barber Shop, and Dollar Store. Based on the experience of others, KRRG estimates it will need to raise $35,000 to $50,000 more in cash and inkind donations in coming months. So with the success of Phase One, KRRG volunteers are

Kitchen workers from both KRRG and Wasa Lions pitching in to feed almost 300 people poised to work even harder at fundraising. On the immediate horizon: March 31: A Dessert Evening is more than a delectable way to top off the evening meal on Thursday, (7 to 9pm at Kimberley’s Anglican Church Hall). Expect a “mixed” crowd of men

Request for Quotations To Complete Work Funded By UBCM (Union of British Columbia Municipalities) Operational Fuel Treatment Program (KNP 3-30 Richardson’s Cut) GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS The City of Kimberley is accepting written quotations for one Interface Fuel Hazard Reduction Project located in the Kimberley Nature Park. The project is the KNP 3-30 Richardson’s Cut Unit. REFERENCES Applications will be required to provide references of similar fuel hazard mitigation work preformed. BUSINESS LICENCE Successful bidders must have a current business license with the City of Kimberley. WORK TO BE PREFORMED Full packages of the works to be completed can be picked up at the Kimberley Fire Department Monday to Friday 8 am – 4pm or off the City of Kimberley website http://www.kimberley.ca/city/ bid-opportunities APPLICATIONS Sealed quotations for the Interface Fuel Hazard Reduction Program will be received by the City of Kimberley, up to 11:00 am (local time) on May 13, 2016. Kimberley City Hall 340 Spokane Street Kimberley BC V1A 2E8 Phone: 1-250-427-5311 ext 229 Fax: 1-250-427-5252 Email: acollinson@kimberley.ca Attn: Al Collinson Fire Chief The contractor is responsible for completing the Interface Fuel Hazard Mitigation as per the developed prescription. The City of Kimberley reserves the right to reject any or all of the quotations, the lowest or any quotation will not necessarily be accepted. Quotations not meeting the general conditions shall be considered incomplete and may be rejected on that basis. Quotation information and other particulars may be obtained from the City of Kimberley at 340 Spokane Street, Kimberley BC. Inquires should be directed to the Fire Chief at 250-427-5311 ext 229 and for technical questions you are can contact R.W Gray at bobgray@shaw.ca.

as well as women for this social evening, hosted by KRRG volunteers Louise Hockley and Cyndy Moore who will be joined by Silpada Designs representative Leila Cooper. In addition to donated homemade delectable desserts, enjoy a silent auction offering something for everyone. Or choose memorable gifts for Mother’s Day, Graduation, birthdays or just to spruce up for spring from the Regal catalogue Louise Hockley is

making available. Also, Ms. Cooper will display renowned Silpada Designs, including a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, scarves and leather handbags suitable for every taste and pocketbook. She is donating 100% of her commission of all Silpada Design purchases to KRRG, and more are also accessible to benefit KRRG on-line. Ms. Hockley’s commission for Regal sales will also benefit the organization.

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April 2: Join the fun at the Spring Splash, when KRRG partners with Kimberley Alpine Resort to present a very special silent auction offering a wide variety of Accommodations packages and Golf packages. That’s Saturday, from noon to 4pm, when KRRG volunteers will be in the Plaza under a tent provided by Investors Group. It’s a good time assured for all while furthering KRRG’s quest to welcome two refugee families to the City.

Supporters of the East Kootenay Science Fair THANK YOU for your donations and time. EXHIBITORS: Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC Blue Lake Centre Home Depot City of Cranbrook Leisure Service Dept. Interior Health College of the Rockies - Kinesiology Program Wildsight College of the Rockies Practical Nursing Program Dawn Storgaard Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN) Cranbrook Vision Care, Optometrists

SPEAKERS: Rob Niedermayer Jason Tischauer, Director of Student Learning and Aboriginal Education, SD5 Stan Chung (Dr.), VP Academic & Applied Research (COTR Rep) Joel Savage Wayne Stetski “The Honourable Wayne Stetski”, “Mr. Stetski” Kaitlyn Hoeksema (Aboriginal VIP, COTR student)

DONORS: All the exhibitors High Country Sportswear BC Hydro Canadian Federation of University Women Cranbrook Knights of Columbus SPEAKERS: Canadian Tire Brooklynn Braconnier (COTR Cranbrook Daily Townsman Student, Aboriginal Welcome) Lotus Books Karen Morley, SFF BC Operations O’Kane Consultants Manager SFF BC Chris Johns Cory Cameron Pacific Sport Columbia Basin Society Lynn Hauptman, Superintendent of City of Cranbrook Schools for SD5 Dean Kriellaars (Dr.) - Ass. Professor, Province of BC, Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Dept. Physical Therapy, University Operations of Manitoba

DONORS: College of the Rockies RBC Learn to Play Grant College of the Rockies Faculty Association - Guest Lecturer Fund Sandor Rental Core Fitness School District #5 Wildsight, Science Fair Foundation BC SNC Lavlin Elizabeth Lake Lodge Teck Resources Fitness Inc. Cranbrook The Choice Giver T-shirts Top Crop UVic Teacher Education Vast Resource Solutions ALL VOLUNTEERS: Judges Data Entry Volunteers Facilitators Organizers Parents

April 30th: Get ready for The Hollers to strike up the band for an evening of dancing delight at Centennial Hall, facilities provided by the City of Kimberley. In addition to a swinging good time, there will be lots of other ways to support KRRG’s fundraising efforts to be welcoming, while enhancing ties across our entire community. Details about these and other upcoming events now in the planning stages — with opportunities to participate more directly, meeting immediate and long-term needs in this City-wide volunteer effort — plus personal stories from KRRG volunteers themselves can be found on KRRG’s website kimberleyrefugees. ca, at facebook.com/ kimberleyrefugeeresettlementgroup and at ‘Berley Times — ‘ekology.net/bt. Anyone interested in receiving a monthly newsletter now in the works is encouraged to e-mail a request to info@KimberleyRefugees.ca.

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Water utility customers are advised that the fire hydrant water system will be undergoing its annual inspection along with the water main flushing program beginning on Tuesday March 29. The City of Cranbrook said in a press release that some customers may experience discoloration in the water for a brief period while hydrant flushing is conducted. “Should you experience discoloration please discharge water at your cold water tap until the water is clear. “This discoloration is not a health concern,” the release added.

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At left: Representatives from College of the Rockies and Capilano University signed a new Business Administration block transfer agreement on Monday, March 21. The agreement provides an additional option for College of the Rockies Business students to complete a Bachelor’s degree and for Tourism and Recreation Management students to block transfer to Capilano’s Bachelor of Tourism program. Pictured l-r: College of the Rockies’ Dean of Business and University Studies, Darrell Bethune; Jane Raycraft, Instructor, Capilano University School of Tourism Management and School of Business; and College of the Rockies President and CEO David Walls.

Continued from page 1 The program is being operated by Cycling BC, in conjunction with Cranbrook Sunrise Rotary Club, the Kootenay Freewheelers and the Wildhorse Cycling Club. The overall goal of iRide is to provide children with the joyful experience of bicycle riding with friends and family, promoting healthful activity in the East Kootenay, where cycling culture is at the forefront. And now the call has gone out for bicycles — the last link in the chain. “The bike should be in fairly good condition however we do have volunteer support ready to do tune-ups to ensure the bikes are safe to ride,” said Mel McFarlane of Cranbrook Sunrise Rotary, who is helping organize the program. If you have a bicycle to donate please contact Mel McFarlane of Cranbrook Sunrise Rotary to arrange pickup, at 250489-9101, or email melmcfarlane9@gmail. com. The iRide program should go along way to enhance and support the significant cycling culture already present in the East Kootenay. “We have some of the best off road trails and our world class paved North Star Rails to Trails, connecting Cranbrook and Kimberley as cycling trails,” local cycling coach John Mandryk said. “The potential here is unlimited.” To sign on with iRide Coaching Certification Program, April 2 and 3 at Gordon Terrace Elementary School, go to http://cyclingbc.net/ event/iride-certification-cranbrook/

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MP Stetski offers thoughts on Liberal’s budget Continued from page 1 A few key aspects of the budget include: • A Canada Child Benefit to replace the Universal Child Care Benefit. The benefit is pro-rated, meaning the benefit—starting with a household income of $30,000—gets clawed back the higher the household income. • $11.9 billion for infrastructure investments into public transit, water and sewage and social infrastructure. Stetski said that within the riding, $85.9 million has been earmarked to twin part of the Trans-Canada Highway through Yoho National Park. • First Nations will be receiving $4.22 billion over five years for on-reserve education, water and wastewater infrastructure, child and family services, education infrastructure and housing needs. “There is some excitement and some positive excitement around elements of the budget, so people really need to go back and look at the starting

point,” said Stetski. “The Conservatives had cut in so many different areas that were important to people in both Kootenay-Columbia and in Canada, that having money in the budget now for a number of things is quite exciting for Canadians. “You see that in the reaction across the country, there is a fairly positive reaction, there are a lot of good things in the budget, but I think a lot of that happiness is just based on where things had gone to over the last 10 years, particularly the last four years, with the Conservative government.” However, Stetski noted that there were a few disappointing aspects of the plan, namely that there were no tax cuts to small businesses or any increases in corporate tax rates, both of which were NDP campaign promises. He praised the funding increase for student grants, but lamented the elimina-

tion of educational and textbook tax credits. Rules for employment insurance were tweaked, making it easier to apply for benefits. Stetski added that the policy was tailored for areas with sharp unemployment, such as Alberta’s oilsands, which has seen a spike in unemployment due to the worldwide low price of oil. “If you’re living in some parts of Alberta, you’ll be able to apply for this expanded Employment Insurance. If you’re living in other parts of Alberta, you won’t, and none of it applies to British Colum-

bia,” he said. While Guaranteed Income Supplement will get a boost of up to $974 for eligible seniors, the budget doesn’t add anything for home care or palliative care, continued Stetski. He also brought out the Trans-Pacific Partnership using Creston dairy farmers as examples, noting that the Liberal’s didn’t include any compensation for dairy farmers, which was another election promise. “The lens that we look at it is does this budget do anything to help with inequality?” asked Stetski. “For example, this budget does

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As things wind up at the ski hill things continue to happen at the Elks. Starting with the After Party! The ski hill staff party is April 4 and they want their party to continue past 9 pm so they are moving things to the hall and have a duo from Calgary playing called High Kicks. There will be a cover for this event $10.00 advance and $12.00 at the door. Tickets are on sale at the Elks. Techno nights wrap up on April 1 with FIF 10 PM start. We plan to continue Friday night entertainment with D.J. music by request from 9pm1am upstairs. This will be a Twoonie night to cover the cost of entertainment. April 23 CASINO NIGHT! Entry will be $25.00 which will include food and casino chips, games include Black Jack, Poker etc. This event is a fundraiser in partner ship with the Lions and

not change tax rates for corporations at all, which is where potentially, there is hope that money would come from increased taxes to corporation to fund people living in poverty, to put more money into af-

fordable housing, to bring in new programs to help with mental health across Canada. “So those kinds of opportunities which, for us and for me, looks at trying to reduce inequality, it’s just not there.”

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elgium may be a boring country, but it still seems extreme for a Belgian politician to say that the country is now living through its darkest days since the end of the Second World War. Can any country really be so lucky that the worst thing that has happened to it in the past seventy years is a couple of bombs that killed 34 people? That may sound a bit uncharitable, but respect for the innocent people killed by terrorists does not require us to take leave of our senses. What is happening now is the media feeding frenzy that has become almost a statutory requirement after every terrorist attack in the West. And people do let themelves get wound up by the media-generated panic. Last night at dinner a young man, staying with us overnight in London before taking a morning flight to the United States, openly debated with himself about whether he should cancel his (non-refundable) ticket or not. It was a ticket from London to Chicago that went nowhere near mainland Europe at all. The airlines are just as prone to panic, cancelling flights into Belgium as if the country had suddenly become a seriously dangerous place. This story will dominate the Belgian media for weeks, and the rest of the Western media for the remainder of this week. Even non-Western media will play it for a day or two. Almost nothing new or useful will be said, and then the frenzy will die down — until next time. This is a very stupid way of behaving, but you will notice that I am a part of it. No matter what I say about the bombs in Brussels, the fact that I am writing at length about them in a column that appears all over the world contributes to the delusion

that they are not only a nasty event but also an important one. It is the sheer volume of coverage that determines an event’s perceived importance, not what is actually said about it. But if we in the media are compelled to write about an event like the Belgian bombs anyway, what can we truthfully say about it that will not feed the panic? The first thing, after every terrorist attack, is to stress that the media coverage of the attack is its primary purpose — indeed, almost its only purpose. It’s obvious and it’s trite, but if you don’t actually say it people forget it. Like the health warning on cigarette packets, it should be part of every Gwynne story on terrorism. Secondly, we have to Dyer put the alleged “threat” of such terrorist attacks into perspective. People rarely do this for themselves, because once events are beyond the range of their daily experience most people cannot distinguish between what is truly dangerous and what is only dramatic and frightening. It really does help to remind people that terrorism is a statistically insignificant risk — that they are in much greater danger of dying from a fall in the bath than of dying in a terrorist attack — even if that approach conflicts with the journalists’ natural urge to emphasise the importance of whatever they are writing about. And finally, a little dispassionate analysis quickly deflates the notion that terrorism is “an existential threat” (as British prime minister David Cameron once said). For example, the recent terrorist attacks in Europe have been largely confined to French-speaking countries. Muslim immigrants in France and Belgium mostly come from Arab countries,

and especially from North Africa, where French is the second laguage. Radical Islamism is much weaker in the rest of the Muslim world, so Germany (whose Muslims are mostly Turkish) and Britain (where they are mostly of South Asian origin) generate fewer Islamist extremists than the francophone countries, and face fewer terrorist attacks. France’s and Belgium’s Muslim citizens are also less integrated into the wider community. French housing policy has dumped most of the immigrants in highrise, low-income developments at the edge of the cities, often beyond the end of the metro lines. Unemployed, poorly educated and culturally isolated, their young men are more easily recruited into extremist groups. The point of this sort of analysis is to cut the problem down to size. There is no terrorist army in Belgium, just a bunch of young men making it up as they go along. For example, the Brussells attacks happened four days after the arrest of Salah Abdeslam, the sole survivor of the gang who carried out the attacks on the Bataclan arena and the Stade de France in Paris last November. Back in Brussels after failing to use his suicide vest in the Paris attack, Abdeslam was a psychological wreck, and his Islamist colleagues undoubtedly expected that once in police custody he would sing like a canary. So they decided to launch another attack and go to glory before the police kicked in their doors. Prime Minister Charles Michel issued the usual ritual incantation about Belgians being “determined to defend our freedom,” but Belgium’s freedom is not at risk. Terrorists are not an existential threat. They are a lethal nuisance, but no more than a nuisance.

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Early Childhood Caries and Fluoride Varnish

R ae McFarl ane

ental decay found in children under six years of age is classified under the term Early Childhood Caries (ECC). The definition includes any deciduous (baby or primary) teeth that has or had one or more decayed, missing, or filled tooth surfaces. The prevalence of ECC in preschool children is six per cent to eight per cent but in some disadvantaged Indigenous communities, the prevalence of decay can be over 90 per cent. If cases of ECC become advanced, it becomes necessary to restore the teeth under general anesthesia. Did you know this is the most common surgical procedure performed in preschool children at most paediatric Canadian hospitals? ECC is a chronic disease influenced by multiple factors such as diet, bacteria, the host themselves and by the social determinants of health. Inappropriate infant feeding practices (eg, frequent, prolonged bottle-feeding and excessive juice consumption) are an important factor in ECC development – high risk activity for primary teeth decay. Caries is preventable and controllable through the combined measures of community (dental programs in our health authorities), professional (dental and dental hygiene practices) and individual measures (what happens in the home), such as promoting proper feeding, improving diet, water fluoridation, increasing the use of dental sealants and topical fluorides by

primary health care providers, and using fluoride toothpaste. This brings me to the topic of professional applied Fluoride Varnish. Fluoride varnish is a viscous resin base that sets on contact with the tooth and with moisture; perfect for the wet conditions of the mouth. It contains five per cent sodium fluoride or 22,600 ppm fluoride. Not only does the fluoride form an ionic bond to the enamel to form a newer, more resistant surface to tooth decay called fluorapatite, but it has a bacteriostatic effect on dental plaque (or biofilm as it is presently known). For high risk clients, it is applied every three or four months. Those who are low risk, every six months The fluoride varnish is easily applied to the teeth of infants and toddlers in the “knee-to-knee” position. The parent and dental hygienist or assistant sit opposite with the child’s head on the dental clinician’s lap and the legs straddling the parent’s waist. The parent can hold the child’s hands while the clinician applies the varnish to the teeth using a small brush. The varnish is palatable to children. Although sticky, it could be described as tasty with all the available flavours such as caramel, cherry, mint, bubble gum to name a few. After application, the fluoride varnish leaves the teeth feeling waxy with a white streaky appearance. For the next three to six hours we instruct the parent to not brush or floss the teeth and choose softer foods that will not rub it off too early.

Rinsing and drinking after it application is perfectly acceptable. A far cry from the days of old with the four minute trays and fluoride gels! Here in B.C., the health authorities offer a program called, “Lift the Lip”. This is a training program for parents with children one to three years of age. It includes: • Learning about Early Childhood Caries • Leaning a technique for checking the child’s teeth where the parent is taught how to lift the upper lip to obtain a clear view of the teeth and what the beginning stages of decay look like. We call these white spot lesions. These are whitish lines along the gum line on the teeth. • Counseling on dental behaviours that may put the child at risk for decay. • A screening to assess if the child would benefit from fluoride varnish applications. It is from the Lift the Lip program that the child/parent is assessed for a referral to the fluoride varnish program. The fluoride varnish program is not meant to interfere with an established relationship with a dental office, but to offer a program to prevent tooth decay to those who choose it. If you would like to learn more about the “Lift the Lip” program or the fluoride program, please call the Cranbrook Health Centre Dental Program. Rae McFarlane, BScD, MEd, RDH, is Community Dental Hygienist Supervisor with Interior Health and East Kootenay Health Services.

It happened this week in Cranbrook Week of March 20 - 26 Dav e H u m p h r e y Items compiled from the archived newspapers held at the Cranbrook History Centre Archives

1906 Head to Moyie … Moyie is making a bid to the public at large as a summer resort. The people of that delightful spot have a right to cultivate ambitions along that line. There is not a place in all the west where one can find a more pleasant place for a week or month’s outing than at Moyie. The fame is spreading and there are a number of people of Oak Lake, Man., talking of securing a special car and coming to Moyie this summer for a month. There is boating, fishing, magnificent scenery, bathing, and the largest lead mine in the world. Put Moyie on your list, when you are looking for a place to rusticate this summer. Leave town … A couple of miners from Coal Creek got cantankerous in the barroom of the Michel hotel on Monday, Landlord Crahan, who is always on hand to put down rowdyism, promptly knocked one man down and grabbed his rubber hose as the second man reached for his gun. The visitors were invited to leave the town by the next train. Who’s ring is it? … Judge Wilson held court on March 7th, when Frank Smith, charged with stealing a diamond ring

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worth $130 from Lena Bell was tried and discharged. Smith was once a particular friend of Lena and she then gave him a diamond ring. Later he returned the compliment by presenting her with a similar token of his affection in the form of a $130 diamond ring purchased from Liphardt on the instalment plan. The ring afterwards disappeared. Lena swore that it had been stolen by Smith, but the latter in court claimed she lent it to him to wear at a ball at Coal creek. It afterwards turned up in the hands of a local bartender, who had advanced $90 on it. The accused urged the plea that he considered the ring as the property of Liphardt till it was paid for. As the prosecution did not prove criminal intent the accused was allowed to go. The ring was ordered to be kept in custody of the court until the bartender and Liphardt’s claims were satisfied. This was satisfactorily adjusted yesterday. Frozen drunk … Whiskey was the death of a man named Griffiths at Lille this week. Griffiths was a lumberman employed by the West Canadian Collieries company in its lumber department at Lille. Last week he left camp and went to Lille where he got drunk and providing himself with a gallon of whiskey and several bottles of beer he started for camp. He evidently continued to drink and either fell and could not get up or sat down

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and went to sleep. Saturday morning he was found lying in the snow terribly frozen. He was taken to the Lille hospital where he died on Monday. He was buried Wednesday at Lille cemetery. Welcome back Sam … Col. S. B. Steele, the man who held the Kicking Horse bridge here in the early days against an organised gang of whiskey smugglers and defied them singly or collectively, and who up to the present has been looking after South Africa first with Strathcona’s Horse and later with the constabulary, is on his way home to Canada and is said to have an excellent chance of appointment to command the new permanent corps to be maintained in the new provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan by the federal government. The regiment in question will be called the Strathcona Horse, after the troops that were raised by the Canadian high commissioner for service in South Africa. Col. Steele, or as he is better known throughout the West, “Smooth Bore” will be welcomed back with wide open arms. Still noisy … F. J. Smyth, of the Movie Leader, was in town on Monday. Mr. Smyth has discarded the talking neckties, but is now resorting to checks in his trousers that you can hear above the rumbling of the train.

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WHL Playoff Statistics & Series

EASTERN CONFERENCE Regular Season Scoring Leaders Player Team GP 1. Adam Brooks REG 72 2. Dryden Hunt MJW 72 3. Brayden Burke LET 72 4. Jayce Hawryluk BWK 58 5. Nolan Patrick BWK 72

G 38 58 27 47 41

A 82 58 82 59 61

WESTERN CONFERENCE Regular Season Scoring Leaders Player Team GP 1. Parker Bowles TCA 72 2. Tyson Baillie KEL 70 3. Alex Forsberg VIC 71 4. Mathew Barzal SEA 58 5. Tyler Soy VIC 72

PTS 120 116 109 106 102

G 39 43 31 27 46

A 57 52 60 61 39

PTS 96 95 91 88 85

Regular Season Goaltending Leaders (min. 1,440 minutes played) Player Team GAA W L OT/S SO 1. Jordan Papirny BWK 2.61 31 17 6 6 2. Trevor Martin RDR 2.63 18 8 2 0 3. Rylan Toth RDR 2.67 26 15 1 5 4. Stuart Skinner LET 2.73 27 10 1 3 5. Rylan Parenteau PAR 2.82 25 17 6 3

Regular Season Goaltending Leaders (min. 1,440 minutes played) Player Team GAA W L OT/S SO 1. Griffen Outhouse VIC 1.82 18 3 4 4 2. Carter Hart EVE 2.14 35 23 4 6 3. Coleman Vollrath VIC 2.40 32 13 2 1 4. Landon Bow SEA 2.49 25 20 4 7 5. Jackson Whistle KEL 2.54 19 6 2 2

EASTERN CONFERENCE QuARTER-FiNAlS BRANDON WHEAT KINGS (1) vs. EDMONTON OIL KINGS (WC2) Series begins Thursday, March 24 Game 1: Thursday, March 24 at Westman Place (7:30 p.m.) Game 2: Friday, March 25 at Westman Place (7:30 p.m.) Game 3: Wednesday, March 30 at Rexall Place (7 p.m.) Game 4: Thursday, March 31 at Rexall Place (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Sunday, April 3 at Rexall place (4 p.m.) *Game 6: Tuesday, April 5 at Westman Place (7 p.m.) *Game 7: Wednesday, April 6 at Westman Place (7 p.m.)

WESTERN CONFERENCE QuARTER-FiNAlS VICTORIA ROYALS (1) vs. SPOKANE CHIEFS (WC2) Series begins Friday, March 25 Game 1: Friday, March 25 at Save-on-Foods Mem. Centre (7 p.m.) Game 2: Sat., March 26 at Save-on-Foods Mem. Centre (7 p.m.) Game 3: Tuesday, March 29 at Spokane Veterans Mem. Arena (7 p.m.) Game 4: Wed., March 30 at Spokane Veterans Mem. Arena (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Friday, April 1 at Save-on-Foods Mem. Centre(7 p.m.) *Game 6: Sunday, April 3 at Spokane Veterans Mem. Arena (5 p.m.) *Game 7: Tuesday, April 5 at Save-on-Foods Mem. Centre (7 p.m.)

PRINCE ALBERT RAIDERS (2) vs. MOOSE JAW WARRIORS (3) Series begins Friday, March 25 Game 1: Friday, March 25 at Art Hauser Centre (7 p.m.) Game 2: Saturday, March 26 at Art Hauser Centre (7 p.m.) Game 3: Monday, March 28 at Mosaic Place (7 p.m.) Game 4: Tuesday, March 29 at Mosaic Place (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Friday, April 1 at Art Hauser Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 6: Saturday, April 2 at Mosaic Place (7 p.m.) *Game 7: Monday, April 4 at Art Hauser Centre (7 p.m.)

KELOWNA ROCKETS (2) vs. KAMLOOPS BLAZERS (3) Series begins Friday, March 25 Game 1: Friday, March 25 at Prospera Place (7 p.m.) Game 2: Saturday, March 26 at Prospera Place (7 p.m.) Game 3: Tuesday, March 29 at Kamloops Memorial Arena (7 p.m.) Game 4: Wednesday, March 30 at Sandman Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Friday, April 1 at Prospera Place (7 p.m.) *Game 6: Saturday, April 2 at Sandman Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 7: Monday, April 4 at Prospera Place (7 p.m.)

LETHBRIDGE HURRICANES (1) vs. REGINA PATS (WC1) Series begins Friday, March 25 Game 1: Friday, March 25 at Enmax Centre (7 p.m.) Game 2: Saturday, March 26 at Enmax Centre (7 p.m.) Game 3: Tuesday, March 29 at Brandt Centre (7 p.m.) Game 4: Wednesday, March 30 at Brandt Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Friday, April 1 at Enmax Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 6: Tuesday, April 5 at Brandt Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 7: Wednesday, April 6 at Enmax Centre (7 p.m.)

SEATTLE THUNDERBIRDS (1) vs. PRINCE GEORGE COUGARS (WC1) Series begins Friday, March 25 Game 1: Friday, March 25 at ShoWare Centre (7:35 p.m.) Game 2: Saturday, March 26 at ShoWare Centre (7 p.m.) Game 3: Tuesday, March 29 at CN Centre (7 p.m.) Game 4: Wednesday, March 30 at CN Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Friday, April 1 at ShoWare Centre (7:35 p.m.) *Game 6: Sunday, April 3 at CN Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 7: Tuesday, April 5 at ShoWare Centre (7 p.m.)

RED DEER REBELS (2) vs. CALGARY HITMEN (3) Series begins Friday, March 25 Game 1: Friday, March 25 at Enmax Centrium (7 p.m.) Game 2: Saturday, March 26 at Enmax Centrium (7 p.m.) Game 3: Sunday, March 27 at Scotiabank Saddledome (4 p.m.) Game 4: Friday, April 1 at Stampede Corral (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Saturday, April 2 at Enmax Centrium (7 p.m.) *Game 6: Monday, April 4 at Stampede Corral (7 p.m.) *Game 7: Wednesday, April 6 at Enmax Centrium (7 p.m.)

EVERETT SILVERTIPS (2) vs. PORTLAND WINTERHAWKS (3) Series begins Friday, March 25 Game 1: Friday, March 25 at Xfinity Arena (7:35 p.m.) Game 2: Saturday, March 26 at Xfinity Arena (7 p.m.) Game 3: Tuesday, March 29 at Moda Centre (7 p.m.) Game 4: Wednesday, March 30 at Moda Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 5: Friday, April 1 at Xfinity Arena (7:35 p.m.) *Game 6: Saturday, April 2 at Veterans Memorial Coliseum (6 p.m.) *Game 7: Monday, April 4 at Xfinity Arena (7 p.m.)

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Kootenay Ice win 2016 WHL Bantam Draft Lottery Ice to select first at bantam draft for first time since 1997 Taylor Rocc a Sports Editor

For the first time in the franchise’s Cranbrook history, the Kootenay Ice will select first overall at the WHL Bantam Draft. The Ice won the Bantam Draft Lottery, hosted Wednesday morning at the Western Hockey League head office in Calgary, in order to retain the first-overall selection. “It’s a feeling I’m not really used to, I haven’t had it in so long,” said Jeff Chynoweth, president and general manager of the Kootenay Ice, Wednesday afternoon. “But it was something we were definitely hoping would happen when we found out we were going to be in the draft lottery.” The Ice finished the 2015-16 WHL regular season at the bottom of the league standings with a record of 12-53-61, missing out on post-season action for the first time since 199798. The 12 wins represent the lowest total in franchise history and the accompanying 31 points are the second-lowest amount amassed in a single season. With all that in mind, this is the first year the Ice will select first overall since 1997 and represents the highest pick since forward Ben Maxwell was chosen second

overall at the 2003 WHL Bantam Draft. “It’s bittersweet in a sense — it’s exciting to get a chance at picking a top-end player, but at the same time… this isn’t exactly the formula you set out to build a team to begin with,” said Garnet Kazuik, director of scouting for the Kootenay Ice, over the phone from Calgary Wednesday afternoon. “The biggest thing that comes out of it now is we’re in complete, 100-per-cent control of what happens at the top [of the draft]. That’s the big benefit.”

Each of the six non-playoff teams, including the Ice, Vancouver Giants, Saskatoon Blades, Swift Current Broncos, Medicine Hat Tigers and Tri-City Americans had an opportunity to win the lottery and move up a maximum of two spots in the draft order. Conducting the draft lottery, David Evans of KPMG pulled a Kootenay Ice ball from the randomizer, ensuring

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the club retained the top selection. “You get to control it [selecting first overall] and you get the full opportunity to talk to the prospects we will narrow down to,” Kazuik said. “That’s the biggest part of it. It gives us full advantage to have the opportunity to meet with families, meet with players and do our homework prior to the day of the selection.” Both Kazuik and Chynoweth believe the top end of the 2016 WHL Bantam Draft class is deep and while they aren’t about to show their hand, there’s no shortage of talent for them to choose from with the first-overall selection. A trio of names have jumped to the forefront of conversations when it comes to the top-five in this year’s bantam draft, including defenceman Bowen Byram and forwards Kirby Dach and Peyton Krebs. “There’s no clear cut top one, two or three guy,” Kazuik said. “At the end of the day, 22 team lists are different and their top five will be different… People weight things different as do we.” Byram, a native of Cranbrook, has spent the 2015-16 season with the Lethbridge Golden Hawks of the Alberta Major Bantam Hockey League (AMBHL), stacking up 22 goals and 59 points in 34 games to lead all defencemen in scoring. “Bowen is going to be an excellent major junior player,” Kazuik said. “I foresee him having a pro career once he is done even at the major junior level.

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Kootenay Ice win bantam draft lottery Continued from page 8 “He’s everything. He’s a 200-foot player for his team right now and probably moving forward. He’s a penalty-kill guy, he’s a power-play guy. He’s very hard to play against. He has good size and one of his biggest assets is he can really shoot the puck. His No. 1 asset is his skating ability. He’s very lateral… He has a great stick and he communicates so well on the ice.” Dach spent the 201516 season with the Fort Saskatchewan Rangers of the Alberta AAA Midget Hockey League (AMHL), registering 14 goals and 35 points in 34 games. “He’s definitely one of the top forwards available in the draft,” Chynoweth said of Dach. “He played AAA Midget as an under-aged bantam and

that’s very rare. “He has good size, sees the ice very well and there’s lots of upside with his game as there is with Peyton Krebs and Bowden Byram. There are some good players available and a lot of teams are going to be happy with who they get in the first round.” Krebs spent the 201516 season with the Rocky Mountain Rangers of the AMBHL, leading the league in scoring by an absolute long shot. With 46 goals and 102 points in 27 games, Krebs easily outdistanced the second-leading scorer in the AMBHL — Ethan Browne of the Sherwood Park Flyers (39-38-77). “He has change of pace, he’s highly offensive and he’s an unselfish hockey player,” Kazuik said of Krebs. “He puts his teammates first.

He’s a game changer and a game breaker. He’s done it for two years now. “He’s highly offensive and he’s dynamic.”

This will be the third time in franchise history the Ice have held the top pick in the annual bantam draft, but the first time since moving to Cranbrook for the 199899 WHL season. At the 1996 WHL Bantam Draft, defenceman Steve McCarthy became the franchise’s first-overall selection.

The native of Trail, B.C., went on to skate in 154 regular season games with the Ice, tallying 43 goals and 128 points before being made a 23rd-overall selection of the Chicago Blackhawks at the 1999 NHL Entry Draft. At the 1997 WHL Bantam Draft, the Ice made forward Jarret Stoll the top pick. The native of Melville, Sask., went on to 245 regular season games with the Ice, amassing 124 goals and 286 points. Over 57 WHL playoff games with the Ice, Stoll registered 18 goals and 50 points. He eventually went on to a successful NHL career, which continues today. Stoll won Stanley Cups with the Los Angeles Kings in 2012 and 2014. With 864 NHL reg-

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Tulowitzki hurts hand in Blue Jays’ win over Mets Mark Didtler Associated Press

DUNEDIN, Fla. - Toronto shortstop Troy Tulowitzki left in the fourth inning of the Blue Jays’ 3-1 win over the New York Mets on Wednesday after being hit on the right hand by a pitch from Bartolo Colon. The Blue Jays said X-rays were negative and that Tulowitzki is day to day with bruised knuckles. “It’s swollen a little bit and he cut it up a little bit, too,” Toronto manager John Gibbons said. “It’s a sensitive area, hands and all that.” Toronto slugger Jose Bautista was a late scratch due to neck stiffness, a move Gibbons said was precautionary. Coming off a start Friday against Washington in which he allowed eight runs over five innings, Colon limited the Blue Jays to three hits including two by Darrell Ceciliani - over six scoreless innings.

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Toronto’s Aaron Sanchez, bidding to be the fifth starter, scattered four hits in 6 1-3 shutout innings. He has given up three earned runs in 19 2/3 innings and five appearances.

“They both get groundballs all day long,” Gibbons said of Colon and Sanchez. Colon had six strikeouts, while Sanchez picked up four. Neither had a walk. “Bartolo was doing his thing out there,” Sanchez said. STROMAN’S START As expected, Gibbons said Marcus Stroman would start the opener April 3 at Tampa Bay. “I’m honoured, I’m

humbled,” Stroman said after pitching in a minor league game. Gibbons also didn’t rule out Stroman taking the hill five days later in the home opener with Boston. TRAINER’S ROOM Mets: OF Michael Conforto left with back stiffness. Blue Jays: Gibbons said DH-1B Edwin Encarnacion (oblique) is getting better. He could soon get at-bats in a minor league game. ... INF Ryan Goins didn’t play due to flu-like symptoms. UP NEXT Mets: An impressive matchup has Matt Harvey starting for a splitsquad against Houston ace Dallas Keuchel on Thursday. Logan Verrett will start for the other squad against Boston’s Joe Kelly. Blue Jays: Knuckleballer R.A. Dickey will start Thursday against Detroit’s Matt Boyd.

KOOTENAY CONFERENCE Playoff Scoring Leaders Player Team 1. Jason Richter KIM 2. Sawyer Hunt KIM 3. Carson Cartwright CVT 4. Eric Buckley KIM 5. Keillan Olson BVN 6. Jared Marchi KIM 7. Austin Dean GFB 8. Tyler Hartman BVN 9. Dylan Heppler BVN 10. Alec Wilkinson CVT

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A 10 8 3 7 11 3 6 8 3 7

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Playoff Goaltending Leaders (min. two games played) Player Team GAA W L MP SO 1. Tyson Brouwer KIM 1.59 12 2 867 2 2. Tallon Kramer BVN 2.14 8 5 786 2 3. Brock Lefebvre CVT 2.42 4 4 496 0

OKANAGAN/SHUSWAP CONFERENCE Playoff Scoring Leaders Player Team GP G 1. Braden Eliuk SUM 17 3 2. Jack Mills SUM 17 9 3. Justin Bond 1MH 15 9 4. Ryan Friesen 1MH 15 7 5. Rainer Glimpel OSO 10 6 6. Paulsen Lautard SUM 17 5 7. Jarrett Malchow SUM 16 5 8. Brett Harris 1MH 15 3 9. Nick McCabe 1MH 15 8 10. Riley Pettitt SUM 17 4

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Playoff Goaltending Leaders (min. two games played) Player Team GAA W L MP SO 1. Adam Derochie 1MH 1.83 3 0 197 0 2. Nic Bruyere CHA 1.95 5 4 584 1 3. Zane Steeves 1MH 2.18 9 3 825 0

KOOTENAY INT’l juNIOR HOCKEY lEAguE CHAMPIONSHIP 100 MILE HOUSE WRANGLERS (2) vs. KIMBERLEY DYNAMITERS (1) Series begins Saturday, March 26 Game 1: March 26 at Kimberley Civic Centre (7 p.m.) Game 2: March 27 at Kimberley Civic Centre (7 p.m.) Game 3: March 29 at South Cariboo Rec Centre (8 p.m.) Game 4: March 30 at South Cariboo Rec Centre (8 p.m.) *Game 5: March 31 at South Cariboo Rec Centre (8 p.m.) *Game 6: April 2 at Kimberley Civic Centre (7 p.m.) *Game 7: April 3 at Kimberley Civic Centre (7 p.m.) KOOTENAY CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP BEAVER VALLEY NITEHAWKS (2) vs. KIMBERLEY DYNAMITERS (1) Dynamiters win series 4-1 Game 1: Beaver Valley Nitehawks 1 at Kimberley Dynamiters 6 Game 2: Beaver Valley Nitehawks 2 at Kimberley Dynamiters 4 Game 3: Kimberley Dynamiters 4 at Beaver Valley Nitehawks 3 Game 4: Kimberley Dynamiters 1 at Beaver Valley Nitehawks 2 Game 5: Beaver Valley Nitehawks 1 at Kimberley Dynamiters 3 EddIE MOuNTAIN dIvISION FINAl CRESTON V. THUNDER CATS (2) vs. KIMBERLEY DYNAMITERS (1) Dynamiters win series 4-0 Game 1: C.V. Thunder Cats 1 at Kimberley Dynamiters 2 (2OT) Game 2: C.V. Thunder Cats 1 at Kimberley Dynamiters 2 (OT) Game 3: Kimberley Dynamiters 5 at C.V. Thunder Cats 2 Game 4: Kimberley Dynamiters 4 at C.V. Thunder Cats 3 (OT) NEIl MuRdOCH dIvISION FINAl GRAND FORKS BORDER BRUINS (4) vs. B.V. NITEHAWKS (1) Nitehawks win series 4-1 Game 1: G.F. Border Bruins 2 at B.V. Nitehawks 3 Game 2: G.F. Border Bruins 2 at B.V. Nitehawks 5 Game 3: B.V. Nitehawks 4 at G.F. Border Bruins 1 Game 4: B.V. Nitehawks 1 at G.F. Border Bruins 2 (OT) Game 5: G.F. Border Bruins 0 at B.V. Nitehawks 4 Times listed are Mountain; * = if necessary

OKANAgAN/SHuSwAP CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP SUMMERLAND STEAM (2) vs. 100 MILE HOUSE WRANGLERS (1) Wranglers win series 4-1 Game 1: Summerland Steam 2 at 100 Mile House Wranglers 3 (2OT) Game 2: Summerland Steam 2 at 100 Mile House Wranglers 1 Game 3: 100 Mile House Wranglers 5 at Summerland Steam 4 (OT) Game 4: 100 Mile House Wranglers 5 at Summerland Steam Game 5: Summerland Steam 1 at 100 Mile House Wranglers 3 OKANAgAN dIvISION FINAl SUMMERLAND STEAM (2) VS. OSOYOOS COYOTES (1) Steam win series 4-2 Game 1: Summerland Steam 5 at Osoyoos Coyotes 0 Game 2: Summerland Steam 2 at Osoyoos Coyotes 6 Game 3: Osoyoos Coyotes 6 at Summerland Steam 4 Game 4: Osoyoos Coyotes 4 at Summerland Steam 5 (OT) Game 5: Summerland Steam 4 at Osoyoos Coyotes 3 Game 6: Osoyoos Coyotes 4 at Summerland Steam 6 dOug bIRKS dIvISION FINAl CHASE HEAT (3) vs. 100 MILE HOUSE WRANGLERS (1) Wranglers win series 4-2 Game 1: Chase Heat 1 at 100 Mile House Wranglers 6 Game 2: Chase Heat 2 at 100 Mile House Wranglers 3 (3OT) Game 3: 100 Mile House Wranglers 2 at Chase Heat 3 (2OT) Game 4: 100 Mile House Wranglers 3 at Chase Heat 2 Game 5: Chase Heat 4 at 100 Mile House Wranglers 0 Game 6: 100 Mile House Wranglers 2 at Chase Heat 1 Times listed are Mountain; * = if necessary

YOUR CITY WORKING FOR YOU! Thursday, March 24th, 2016 CRANBROOK TRANSIT SYSTEM

When heading to work, out to shop or just to explore the City, why not consider using the Cranbrook Transit System. It is an affordable, reliable and environmentally responsible option for daily travel in the City. For information on schedules, maps, fares and passes, visit City Hall, Leisure Services at Western Financial Place or the Greyhound Bus Depot on Cranbrook Street. Visit our website for more information or call the Cranbrook Transit System Information Line at 250417-4636.

REMINDERS... Monday April 11, 2016 – Regular City Council Meeting @ 6pm Monday April 21, 2016 – Regular City Council Meeting @ 6pm

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CITY HALL CLOSED EASTER WEEKEND City Hall will be closed for Good Friday (March 25) and Easter Monday (March 28). Our offices will be open for regular business on Tuesday March 29 at 8:30am. Enjoy a safe and fun Easter weekend!

NOTICE TO MOTORISTS REGARDING POTHOLE DAMAGE CLAIMS The law in British Columbia does not make a municipality legally responsible to ensure that its roads are always free of defects or hazards such as potholes and The Local Government Act, Section 288, provides that a municipality does not have the legal liability for damages that arise from a breakdown in a road. The municipality must be found to have been negligent in the particular circumstances. Motorists are advised that written notice of intent to claim must be provided to a municipality within two (2) months of the events that give rise to the claim – per The Local Government Act, Section 286. The City deals with a large network of streets and Public Works has a fixed number of work crews, equipment and other resources with which it can respond to and repair road defects. To report potholes, please contact the City of Cranbrook Public Works Department or call 250489-0218.

FREE TRANSIT ACCESS APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FOR LOW INCOME RESIDENTS The initiative will run as an additional benefit to the current Leisure Access program first approved by Council in February 2010, which enabled low income residents the opportunity to access public swims at the aquatic centre at a 75% reduced rate to help build a healthier more active community. Those interested in the program can apply through one of the five partner agencies who are responsible for adjudicating the applications: the Salvation Army, Community Connections Society, Interior Health Mental Health Programs, Ministry of Children and Family Development and the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation. Approved candidates will receive the benefits for one year and then would be required to reapply. Individuals, who are already qualified, do not have to re-apply until their current eligibility term expires. To add the transit access, simply visit the staff at Leisure Services and your current eligibility period will be amended to include transit access. Information on the program, including eligibility criteria, can be found at each of the partner agencies, Leisure Services (located at Western Financial Place, by visiting www.cranbrook.ca and clicking on ‘Leisure Access Card’ under City of Cranbrook Links on the homepage, or by calling Leisure Services staff at (250) 489-0220 (Monday to Friday).

TRAFFIC SAFETY IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL: CRANBROOK RCMP Roadways are a very dynamic environment with situations and circumstances that can change quickly. There is great potential for injury and property damage if drivers are not obeying the rules of the road. Signs and signals such as school zones, stop, yield signs and traffic lights are only a few tool used to assist drivers in keeping safe while they navigate City streets. In order for these signs and signals to work, they first need to be seen then obeyed. Please be aware of and respect all traffic signage and signals when driving all year. Make sure our streets are safe for everyone! A Message from the Cranbrook RCMP and the City of Cranbrook.

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Authorized Sales Agent

Plying the waters of Lake Koocanusa Barry Coulter

“In the spring the lake waters warm as it’s filling from the closed dam and our clients get to enjoy one of the warmest recreation lakes in B.C.”

Southeastern B.C., of course, is renowned for some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, with innumerable beautiful lakes. Small wonder this area is a vacation hotspot, for both tourists and locals.

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Sunshine Houseboats has been on Lake Koocanusa since 1998 and in its current location at Gold Bay, near the border, for about 10 years. The company operates a full service marina offering fuel sales, on-site mechanics and the dock-side Driftwood store. And all new for 2016 is a floating water park. Sunshine has grown in leaps and bounds since it’s inception. “We started with only four houseboats in a small corner of Lake Koocanusa,” Dianne said. “Now as we relax on the deck of our cabin overlooking Lake Koocanusa we are proud of what we have accomplished and what we can offer the public.

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Cranbrook Chamber Reacts to Budget 2016

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Hull. “Smart debt that is going to produce economic growth in the long term is acceptable but it takes a lot of discipline by the government and their ministries.” A lot of the anticipated infrastructure spending has been

Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce gives Budget 2016 a tentative B- grade with hope for the future. “We are cognisant that the Trudeau government has only been in power for 147 days and a lot of plans are still in the works”, said Chamber Executive Director David D. Hull. “There was a lot of commitment to the middle class and mostly in the social areas in this budget. We hope the talked about phase two will contain more commitment to spending that will be build a sustainable economy.”

deferred to “phase 2” expected to be rolled out in later 2016. Chambers of Commerce and local governments across the country will be looking for fiscal good news sooner than later. Hull summed it that essentially the government has said “we are working on it and will

get back to you.” An unexpected 50 million dollars for Destination Canada was welcome news to the business community. There is no region in Canada that does not benefit from tourism and certainly the Kootenays will benefit from increased Canadian tourism. The Cranbrook Chamber thinks the one billion dollars earmarked for universities for innovation research may not be the best use of the funding. “We are actually among leaders world-wide in innovation but where we fall short is getting from the mind to the market”, said Hull. “We need to monetize our innovation and have it contribute to our economy and our competitiveness.” The fine details of the budget will emerge over the next few weeks and the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce will be analyzing and commenting as information is release.

The government’s 29.4 billion dollar deficit is certainly a concern for the Chamber. “Our debt to GDP ratio is still significantly better than the United States or western European countries however debt is debt,” said

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Soap Box

By David D. Hull, Executive Director

David D. Hull

here was an old saying “When the United States sneezed the world catches a cold.” The economy of the United States grew so rapidly and became so dominant worldwide that truly when the American economy got sick, or even had the sniffles, the world was affected. Wall Street was the thermometer of the world economy.

Who is catching a cold? economic unions and trade agreements, Canada still operates in the fiscal and functional shadow of the United States. In 1969 Pierre Trudeau told the National Press Club that, “Living next to the U.S. is in some ways like sleeping with an elephant. No matter how friendly or temperate the beast, one is affected by every twitch and grunt.”

The U.S. economy is, for now, still the biggest economy in the world while other economies, notably China, have grown so large that an American hiccup does not reverberate around the world as dramatically.

Our economies are inextricably linked. Canada is the United States second largest trading partner and they are our largest. Most of our trade and commerce with the US runs north and south due to geography.

Like rare weird diseases spread by mosquitoes in far off lands, you are not too worried if it is not close to you. Keep the sick folks home from the office and break out the hand sanitizer and you should be ok.

Our oil production is essentially land locked with the U.S. really being our only customer. Our gasoline trades in US dollars and as a North American commodity leaving 40 million Canadians as the ripple in the 530 million North American pond.

Unlike the rest of the world, that has managed to put considerable distance between the U.S. economy and themselves by way of growing their economy and banding together in various

the bane of the Canadian soft wood industry for decades. High priced and influential U.S. lobbyists have been successful in having a disproportionate influence on the outcomes. Over many decades Canada has managed along with the elephant on the continent. The occasion sneeze, cold or grunt has been weathered and we carry on with Canadian pride and resolve. A good Canada U.S. relationship, built with a good neighbour attitude on both sides of the border, was the hallmark of coexisting with the elephant. The future maybe tenuous. What can only be described as a circus sideshow nomination process of

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY the Republican Party has exposed the underbelly of U.S. politics. The unwashed masses, Joe and Mary Sixpack, of both the Republicans and Democrats, have had enough. They are tired of rich old white men deciding who will be the presidential candidate and ultimately the “leader of the free world.” The democrats have a quiet riot with Bernie “Feel the Bern” Sanders putting up a good fight raising millions $25 at a time fighting the millionaire and billionaire funded Clinton campaign. So many people giving small amounts adding up to millions tells you there is a ground swell and change is coming. Maybe not this

time but certainly the next. The Republicans have imploded and their dirty laundry is the subject of endless political pundit’s pontification and the fodder for late night comedy writers. Billionaire Donald Trump, of swollen ego and television fame, is self-funding a kick to the Republican nether regions. Not taken seriously at the start, Trump has risen like a phoenix with a bad hair piece from the ashes of the burned down Republican Party old boys clubhouse to be the front runner for the party nomination. The old boys don’t want him. But Joe and Mary do. They are voting with their finger and they are using the middle one.

What does January 2017, post inauguration, hold for Canada? Within the populist Democratic movement, there is a rising tide against oncepopular trade deals. Not that Sanders is likely to be the candidate but he is absolutely against free trade. Clinton has slowly moved away from free trade and is becoming Sanders-esque. They cite that the U.S. has been getting the short end of the free trade stick. The Republicans… well, who knows. Trump has declared Canada “the least of America’s problems.” So we are still a problem but not at the top of the list. Good to know the Canada U.S. wall is off the table. Sorry Mexico. Trump

wants to “make America great again” by closing trade borders and adopting a protectionist attitude. Ted Cruz flops around on free trade issues like a fish caught up in the pacific salmon treaty. He is for free trade, just not TPP, NAFTA and other agreements. But don’t be mistaken he is for free trade, he says. So stay tuned. The elephant on the continent may sneeze, hiccup, catch cold or roll over and implode and the effect on Canada is certainly unknown. We will carry on with Canadian resolve and perseverance but the flu season might be a long one.

WELCOME to our NEW MEMBERS It has been a busy summer at the Chamber with the membership constantly growing. Cranbrook Boys & Girls Club

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Annual General Meeting of the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at the Heritage Inn and Conference Centre, 803 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook, BC. The meeting will be called to order at 12:01 pm. The agenda and business to be conducted can be found at www.cranbrookchamber.com

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Voice of Business

Chamber Release Economic Development Policy Paper The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce has released a major policy paper on Economic Development. Your Cranbrook, Your Future is a broad statement on economic development that will act as the foundation for position papers going forward said Chamber Executive Director David D. Hull. “This is a big picture statement on how the Chamber perceives economic development in the overall framework of trade and commerce in Cranbrook and the region,” said Hull.

paper has been six months in the making starting with a forum last fall facilitated by renowned economic development practitioner Robert Fine from Kelowna. Hull felt it important that the policy was developed from a base of knowledge and not just a gut reaction to perception and inference. “We gathered together civic, chamber and business leaders from the East and West Kootenays and had a great session. After that evening we had a really good, collective, understanding of the many faces of

Report of the Nominating Committee

economic development.” The Chamber’s Government Affairs & Policy Committee will now begin examining issues germane to economic development, prioritize them, and start developing position papers that will be advance to the appropriate level of governments and to those organizations within the sphere of influence of economic development within Cranbrook. The full policy paper can be found at www.cranbrookchamber.com/ policy

“The document provides an underpinning for the Chamber to develop and advance more precise and specific position papers in the future.”

per the bylaws of the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce the Nominating Committee presents the following list of candidates for consideration at the Annual General Meeting to be held Wednesday, March 30, 2016 President – One Year Term Chris Thom – Rocky Mountain Diesel Vice President – One Year Term Chris Botterill - Genex Marketing Past President – One Year Term Dave Struthers – Vast Resources Treasurer – One Year Term Mike Adams – Taylor Adams Chartered Accountants Director - One Year Term Jason Fast - East Kootenay Credit Union Heather Jackson - College of the Rockies Ryan Gibbard - McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd. Carrie Schafer – eKnow - East Kootenay News Online Director - Two Year Term Bill Hughes - Investors Group Galen Olstead - Key City Theatre Racheal Lucas - Columbia Basin Trust Zena Williams - Kootenay News Advertiser

The Your Cranbrook, Your Future: Economic Development policy

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Be careful in backcountry: March can be deadly Social media campaign encourages outdoor enthusiasts to be prepared and enjoy a safe holiday weekend

FOR THE TOWNSMAN

March long weekend is a popular time for British Columbians to spend outdoors with friends and family, exploring the vast opportunities that exist in B.C.’s backcountry and trails.

A new social media campaign is focused on helping families be fully informed, and prepared for potential risks, so they have fun and return home safely. The preparedness campaign targets hikers, snowmobilers, and

backcountry skiers in B.C. with links to avalanche forecasts and travel advice offered by Avalanche Canada and AdventureSmart. Designed to support safety awareness and action, it provides information on how to be prepared - in-

cluding planning a route, telling someone where you are going, knowing the terrain and checking weather conditions. “The wilderness and outdoors is a natural draw for British Columbians and tourists that

come to visit and play in the B.C. backcountry,” said Naomi Yamamoto, Minister of State for Emergency Preparedness. “This long weekend provides an opportunity for many of us to enjoy and explore the trails, slopes, and moun-

tains that make B.C. beautiful, but it is critically important to keep safety top of mind before venturing out.” The campaign is a reminder that it is up to individuals to survive outside, reinforcing why it’s so important to plan

Cranbrook Chamber reacts to Budget 2016 FOR THE TOWNSMAN

The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce gives Budget 2016 a tentative B- grade with hope for the future. “We are cognisant that the Trudeau government has only been in power for 147 days and a lot of plans are still in the works”, said Chamber Executive Director David D. Hull. “There

was a lot of commitment to the middle class and mostly in the social areas in this budget. We hope the talked about phase two will contain more commitment to spending that will be build a sustainable economy.” The government’s 29.4 billion dollar deficit is certainly a concern for

the Chamber. “Our debt to GDP ratio is still significantly better than the United States or western European countries however debt is debt,” said Hull. “Smart debt that is going to produce economic growth in the long term is acceptable but it takes a lot of discipline by the government and their ministries.” A lot of the anticipat-

ed infrastructure spending has been deferred to “phase 2” expected to be rolled out in later 2016. Chambers of Commerce and local governments across the country will be looking for fiscal good news sooner than later. Hull summed it that essentially the government has said “we are working on it and will get back to you.”

An unexpected 50 million dollars for Destination Canada was welcome news to the business community. There is no region in Canada that does not benefit from tourism and certainly the Kootenays will benefit from increased Canadian tourism. The Cranbrook Chamber thinks the one billion dollars ear-

marked for universities for innovation research may not be the best use of the funding. “We are actually among leaders world-wide in innovation but where we fall short is getting from the mind to the market”, said Hull. “We need to monetize our innovation and have it contribute to our economy and our competitiveness.”

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The Rockies Rowing Club, established in 2001, will be holding their 15th annual general meeting on Wednesday March 30 at 6 pm at the Anglican Church Hall, Phillips Room, on the corner of 1st Street and 13th Avenue South. Reports, Election of Executive, Membership Fee changes, fundrais-

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Juno Award winning singer-songwriter Bill Bourne will soon be returning for a tour the East and West Kootenays, with local songwriter and performer, Alan Kirk. Bourne’s unique, bluesy folk sound has found fans for him as a solo artist, and as a member of the band Tri Continental. He was previously a member of famed folk duo, Bourne & MacLeod. The two will play these venues in April: • Friday, April 15: The Green Door, Kimberly — 8 p.m. (open @ 6) • Saturday, April 16: Cranbrook Studio Stage Door — 8 p.m.

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Fake legs for B.C. kitten showcases future of pet medicine Tamsyn Burgmann Canadian Press

When a deformed feral kitten was discovered on a rural property in Langley, B.C., Cassidy the cat’s rescuer says he was scooting around on his front legs with his bum in the air like a “reverse velociraptor.” The eight-month-old tabby, which is missing both hind legs, will soon be fitted with artificial leg implants in a groundbreaking procedure that one expert predicts will be the future of pet medicine. “Definitely this is cutting-edge technology,” said Dr. Mike Higgins, a neurologist with Canada West Veterinary Specialists. “We’re learning a lot

from human medicine that is translating into animals.” The black-and-white kitten received Botox injections at the Vancouver animal hospital on Wednesday as preparation for attaching prosthetic blades to his back limbs. The procedure will be the first of its kind in the world on a cat, Higgins said. Technology commonly used on humans, such as CAT and MRI scans, is now standard practice for veterinary care as well, Higgins said. And it’s the harbinger of more advanced engineering and biotechnology to be applied to animals. Higgins predicts that in 10 to 15 years, pros-

theses for paralysed or malformed animals will become much more available for pets. “Doing these things is not at all experimental, it’s actually trying to improve their well-being,” he said. Cassidy was rescued by Shelley Roche, who was contacted to take care of the kitten last September after he was found at nine weeks old, starving and suffering an E.Coli infection in both his stumps. Roche believes the kitten may have lost its legs as a result of its mother chewing to free its body from a knotted umbilical cord at birth. The cost of his rehabilitation so far has been about $10,000, she said,

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when Cassidy is close to being fully grown. The American surgeon has unique experience in remedying cats and dogs with congenital malformations, Higgins said. The blade device is advanced because its design conforms more naturally to the limbs, allowing more normal movement, he said. Similar models are already in use by people, he added. “So rather than having a little peg leg where they’re still going to be hobbling around, it adds more surface area and a spring to glide each foot off of, so they have a normal gate,” Higgins said.

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Dear Annie: My husband’s high school sweetheart (from 30 years ago) refuses to let go of the past and move on. “Donna” tried to get my husband to cheat on his first wife, and he declined. She also tried to get him to have a fling with her while we were dating, and again, he refused her advances. Donna continues to maintain contact with my husband’s siblings and his mother on Facebook by “liking” their photos and such, but has blocked both of us from seeing any of her interactions with them. My husband would like her to respect his space and leave his family alone. I don’t think she meets the definition of a stalker. She’s just annoying. How can we get her to move into the present and let go of that part of her past that included my husband’s family? -Time to Move On Dear Time: It sounds like this is beyond your control. If Donna wants to have contact with your in-laws, it is up to them to decide whether or not to comply. It is not your decision, so please stop tormenting yourself. They can block her if they choose, and you can ask them to do so, but it’s up to them. If Donna is calling your house, phoning your husband at work, sending constant emails or otherwise harassing you or your in-laws, that would put her in the category of “stalker.” If she is simply a thorn in your side because she refuses to let go, we feel sorry for her. What a disappointment her life must be for her to cling so tenaciously to a past that didn’t work out. Your inlaws would be doing her a favor to recommend that she get some therapy so she can have a better life. Dear Annie: I would like to comment about the letter from “Thigh High in Confusion,” who has a problem with her boyfriend wearing thigh-high stockings. Some guys (like me) have varicose veins. My doctor told me to wear hose that support my health issues and always asks if I’m wearing them when I see him. There are companies that specialize in such hosiery. My wife is an RN and she supports my wearing the hose, even openly with shorts in the summer. I do not make a point to tell anyone unless asked. And the truth is, most people nowadays couldn’t care less unless you make a point to be noticed. Those hose are especially helpful if you stand on concrete or any kind of flooring for long shifts, like I do. Why can’t men be comfortable at their jobs or anywhere else? It’s just clothing. -Man Who Wears Hose for a Reason Dear Man: We heard from plenty of men who use women’s stockings or their equivalent for health reasons. The woman who wrote, however, made it clear that her boyfriend derives sexual satisfaction from wearing them, and this puts him in a different category. She needs to decide what she can accept before the relationship progresses further. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to anniesmailbox@creators.com, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. You can also find Annie on Facebook at Facebook.com/AskAnnies. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2016 CREATORS.COM

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It happened this week in Cranbrook Continued from page 7 Close call … Jos Hendrickson had a narrow escape last Thursday night from crossing the great divide, and he may be thankful that he lives in such an excellent climate as this. In the afternoon he undertook to walk across the lake from Windermere to one of the camps. He had been drinking some with his friends and started off apparently all right, but says the glare of the bright sun off the ice hurt his eyes and blinded him and he lay down. Friday, Willie Tanyton was crossing the ice about 10:00 A.M. and found him, got Chas Ellis and Walter Stoddart to the scene, where they saw him lying in a hole in the ice about 16 inches deep, which the heat of his body had made. He was unconscious and they took him back to town where it took a couple of hours to revive him. On Saturday he was going about seemingly little the worst for his experience Strange to say, freight teams passed within 150 yards of him in the morning without the drivers seeing him. Had he been out any night since Friday night he would have certainly been frozen. Lucky Joe, may you live on forever. New electric light building ... The Electric Light Company and the Water Company expect to move into their new building the first of the week. It is a two storey structure and is fitted up in modern shape with all the conveniences for the staff as well as the public. All of the telephone wires from the hill will be carried into the building by a cable buried beneath the street. Be proud of your parents … Never be ashamed of your early surrounding because you are living in a more refined place at present. Do not be ashamed of your old father and mother when they come to your city to visit you because their manners are a little old-fashioned, and try to smuggle them in and out of your house. Call in your best friends and say to them, “this is my father and my mother, if they had lived in your day and had had the advantage they would be as well up as you.” Have you forgotten what a hard time your father and mother had

in the early days of life, depriving themselves of the necessities of life in order to save and leave something for their children when they are ready to lay off their earthly toil.” Nelson girl killed … Yesterday Marie, eldest daughter of Frederick Stephenson, was killed by an explosion in the kitchen range. The cold snap had frozen the water pipes connected to the range, and shortly after the fire was started in the morning, steam was generating and finding no outlet caused an explosion. It blew out the front of the stove. The child, who was standing near the stove, was hurled across the room and two iron fragments hit her over the heart and abdomen. She remained unconscious for three hours and then expired. The kitchen was wrecked by the explosion and flooded by escaping water. Warm council meeting … The city council met last evening and each member and the mayor were present. The proceedings started off with the usual lack of enthusiasm or excitement. A few spectators were present, more as a means to kill time than anything else, and did not expect to get such full value for their money. The ball started rolling when Mayor Rogers called up the petition of the ladies who had visited the council chamber a week ago and delivered addresses advocating the closing of the hotels on Sunday and the removal of the houses of ill-fame. The mayor said that the police commission was composed of two members, with himself as an ex-officio member, and the two appointed members could not agree on the hotel question. As it was impossible to secure the opinions of all of the people, he thought that it would be well to secure the opinions of the aldermen, as they had been elected to represent the people. This proposition seemed to meet with the approval of the members of the council. Alderman Tisdale moved that the law be enforced, which was seconded by Alderman Greer, Mr. Ryan spoke first and said that he thought that it was a mistake for the council to take this matter up at the

present time. He did not believe there was any necessity for it. There was no trouble in town and there had not been any for a long time. Alderman Jackson said that he took the same view of the matter as did Alderman Ryan. Alderman Murphy said that his views were the same as those expressed by Aldermen Jackson and Ryan. He knew by making inquiries that there would be many people who would not come to Cranbrook if the hotels were to close their bars early Saturday night, and he had got that information by making many inquiries on the road. If the hotels were closed the men would not come here but would go elsewhere to spend their money, not only for liquor but for goods as well. Alderman Tisdale could not agree with the three who had just spoken. He thought that the men would come to town to buy goods, but that after getting a few drinks they would spend all their money for whiskey. And that closed what was probably one of the most interesting meetings of the council since the town has been incorporated. Own up … The party who was seen stealing wood from A. L. McDermot’s wood pile on Tuesday morning about 7:30 had better return the wood as he is well-known and is liable to be “pinched”. Fire … There was a fire in the red light district Tuesday night and had it not been discovered just when it was, most of that part of town would have been swept on the face of the earth. There were two blazes, the first being on the high board fence near one of the houses, and the next in a bedroom in the same house. Both were without a doubt the work of someone bent on burning up the premises. Owie … Al. Doyle performed a surgical operation upon a horse yesterday with no little difficulty. The animal was trussed up in the shoeing machine at Kennedy’s blacksmith shop and a snag several inches long taken from the shoulder of the horse where it had been imbedded for the past year.

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Vowing to defeat ISIS, Clinton takes on Trump Associated Press

STANFORD, Calif. - Hillary Clinton is doing what Republican rivals now say they took far too long to do: Taking the Republican front-runner Donald Trump seriously. In interviews and foreign policy addresses this week, the Democratic front-runner has worked to undercut Trump’s credentials in the wake of deadly bombings in Brussels. Her goal is to transform the voters’ vision of the bombastic reality TV star into a potential commander in chief with his finger on a nuclear trigger - an image her team believes will repel voters in November. Clinton is casting herself as a calm harbour in a stormy world, frequently mentioning the need for “steady hands.” The comment is a clear reference to Trump with the implication he’d never fill that need. In a speech Wednesday at Stanford University, Clinton called for “strong, smart, steady leadership,” arguing that recent comments from Republicans Trump and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz show they are not up to the task of combatting Islamic militants. “Turning our back on our alliances, or turning our alliance into a protection racket would reverse decades of bipartisan American leadership and send a dangerous signal to friend and foe alike,” she said, referencing a call by Trump to lessen U.S. involvement in NATO. “Putin already hopes to divide Europe. If Mr. Trump gets his way, it will be like Christmas in the Kremlin.” Clinton also assailed Cruz’s call

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are the leading candidates for their Replublican and Democratic parties. for patrolling Muslim neighbourhoods. “When Republican candidates like Ted Cruz call for treating American Muslims like criminals and for racially profiling predominantly Muslim neighbourhoods, it’s wrong, it’s counterproductive, it’s dangerous,” Clinton said. Trump quickly dismissed her speech on Twitter and insisted he’s better prepared to take over the country’s fight against Islamic State militants. “Just watched Hillary deliver a prepackaged speech on terror. She’s been in office fighting terror for 20 years - and look where we are!” he wrote, adding: “I will be the best by far in fighting terror. I’m the only one that was right from the beginning, & now Lyin’

Ted & others are copying me.” That last was a reference to a Republican rival. Texas Sen. Ted Cruz. Political strategists in both parties admit to being slightly baffled by the coming general election, acknowledging they have few clear expectations for a match-up between candidates with such high negative ratings and vastly different personal styles. But there is one prediction they all agree on: It will get ugly. Though there are still months of primary contests to come, the two front-runners have already begun trading heated attacks. Trump has accused Clinton of being responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands across the globe. Clinton, in turn, has ac-

cused him of inciting violence and likened his rise in the polls to “dark chapters” of history like the Holocaust. Her aides see foreign policy as an area that allows Clinton to highlight both Trump’s unpredictable temperament and lack of international experience. Democrats say those points, coupled with his controversial statements about women, Latinos and Muslims, will help their party woo moderate independents and even Republican voters - and ofset potential losses among the white, working class men attracted to Trump’s candidacy. One day after the Brussels attacks, Clinton stressed adapting to take on a sophisticated opponent, strengthening alliances abroad

and not using “bluster that alienates our partners.” The United States, she said, must intensify the air campaign against Islamic militants, support local Arab and Kurdish forces on the ground, take on extremism online and “harden defences” at home. She said the Brussels attacks showed the need for a “harder look at security protocols at airports and other sensitive, socalled soft sites.” Referencing the conflict between the FBI and Apple over an encrypted iPhone used by one of the San Bernardino attackers, Clinton said the technology community and government must find ways to work together, calling for an “intelligence surge” in the United States and with allies. Like Clinton, Trump sees international instability as offering advantages to his campaign, repeatedly pointing to the November 2015 attacks in Paris as a turning point that boosted his poll numbers and helped win him voters. “Whenever there’s a big problem - national security type problem - I go up because people view me as much stronger. And they actually think that I-I think they feel I’m much more competent,” Trump said in an interview with Bloomberg television. He’s offered a flurry of inflammatory - and frequently vague policy proposals to tackle terrorism. In the wake of Brussels attacks, he for the U.S. to “close up our borders,” start widespread government surveillance on Muslims and expand international laws to permit forms of torture like waterboarding.

Scientists skeptical over proposed EU ban for lobsters Keith Doucet te Canadian Press

HALIFAX - North American scientists are refuting Sweden’s claim that an all-out trade ban is needed to head off an invasion of eastern North American lobsters, a move that would rob the Canadian industry of a multi-million dollar market. Last week, Sweden’s Environment Ministry petitioned the European Union to list the American lobster as a foreign species, which would prohibit U.S. and Canadian exports of live lobsters to its 28 member states. The move would pose a major threat to Canada’s East Coast fishery which exported about $75 million in live lobster to European markets last year, a figure that the Lobster Council of Canada says accounts for about 10 per cent of

live exports. Boris Worm, a marine conservation biologist at Dalhousie University in Halifax, said the onus is on Sweden to justify a move that would weigh heavily on the North American industry. “I’ve never heard of lobster being invasive anywhere, really,” said Worm. “Things get introduced all the time and only a few (marine) species that get introduced actually become invasive, meaning they become a real threat.” Worm said lobster stocks in the northwest Atlantic are very healthy in comparison to the European lobster, which is a different species. He said from that perspective he understands why Swedish authorities might be concerned by anything they think may pose a threat, adding that North American officials would do the same

if stocks weren’t as healthy. However, Worm said the science is inconclusive at this point. “Scientifically it’s hard to gauge what kind of risk this may in reality pose if you don’t know how many lobsters have been released,” he said. An official with Sweden’s Environment Min-

ister did not immediately respond to requests for an interview. A risk assessment study conducted by the Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management says small numbers of American lobster (Homarus americanus) have been found since 1988 off Great Britain, Norway and Sweden.

The report says 32 have been found off Sweden’s west coast between 2008 and 2015, with one of the larger concentrations found in the Gullmar fiord in 2014. Of the 19 caught that year, one female was found with genetically confirmed hybrid eggs indicating cross-breeding between species.

It says the presence of all of the lobsters are due to human activity, meaning they had been released through various means to the wild. The report also singles out concerns over the spread of three diseases that could threaten European lobsters, including epizootic shell disease, gaffkemia - a le-

thal bacterial blood disease - and white tail spot syndrome. Robert Bayer, executive director of the Lobster Institute at the University of Maine, said while inter-breeding between species is feasible, the numbers currently being reported aren’t great enough to pose a threat.

Rob Ford to lie in repose at Toronto city hall Paol a Loriggio Canadian Press

TORONTO - Former Toronto mayor Rob Ford will lie in repose for two days at city hall before he is laid to rest next week - a rare honour the city says has not been granted in decades. A statement on behalf of Ford’s family said mourners will be able to pay their respects to the late councillor on Monday and Tuesday. A procession Wednesday morning will start from city hall and end at St. James Cathedral, where a funeral will be held. After the service, Ford’s family will leave for

a private ceremony. City protocol calls for flags to be lowered at half-mast and condolence books provided to mark the death of a former mayor, but “anything beyond that would be at the discretion of the mayor and depending on what the family’s wishes are,” said city spokeswoman Jackie DeSouza. “Typically the family would make the arrangements and request the city’s assistance,” she said. Mayor John Tory’s office said Ford’s family made the request and the mayor gave his blessing, as then-mayor Ford did for Jack Layton, who laid in repose at city

hall after his death in 2011. No other former mayor or councillor has lain in repose at city hall since the city amalgamated in 1998, and municipal staff don’t have access to earlier records, DeSouza said. Ford’s supporters will also get the chance to celebrate his life Wednesday evening at the Toronto Congress Centre. The former mayor’s family is asking for people to submit short video clips of their experiences with Ford, which will be compiled into a montage and played at the celebration.