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ASA Contracting Ltd. installed the trusses on the Crowsnest Community Pool on Thursday, May 17. According to Mel Bohmer, Manager of Development and Trades with the municipality, there is a cost and durability benefit to installing a sloped roof over a flat roof, which the facility had before. "With the freeze-thaws that we get here in the Crowsnest Pass, you're redoing flat roofs every 10 years, and this one was already past its prime. With the sloped roof, we should be good for the next 25 years," he says. See page 4 for more about the pool.
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Two first-place wins for Elkview 2018 Crowsnest Pass Spring Bird Count
May 30 – 31
Help Crowsnest Conservation Society count birds: Wednesday, May 30: Crowsnest River valley & adjacent eastern foothills/grasslands Thursday, May 31: Rocky Mountain eastern slopes & Oldman River valley Bring water, snacks/lunch, binoculars, and a camera if you wish. Participants must sign a waiver. To join a count group or for more information: Visit www.crowsnestconservation.ca Email birds@crowsnestconservation.ca Phone 403.563.7545
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Valley competes in annual Mine Resuce & First Aid competition AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter
The 97th annual Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition was held in Sparwood on Saturday, May 12. Mine Rescue teams from mine operations throughout the Elk Valley were tested on their ability to perform rescue operations at the highest industry standards. "Mine Rescue Competition provides an opportunity for mine rescue teams to showcase their skills and talents, as well as fine tuning their expertise to ensure that operating sites are rescue ready, should an incident occur that requires their services," says Vincent Whiteside, Superintendent Health & Safety at the Elkview Operations. "Despite this being a competition, it was great to see the camaraderie amongst all the rescuers." Women showed a strong and successful presence at this year's competition.
Carey Stephenson with Elkview Operations won Best Written, 3-Person First Aid and Greenhills Operations' Christa Richardson won Best Captain, 3-Person First Aid. An all-female Team Miracle also competed in the competitions this year to encourage more women working in mining to participate in the rescue teams at their respective mine site. "Team Miracle is a mine rescue exhibition team formed to help raise health and safety awareness in the mining sector, promote recognition that many mine rescue members give back to their local communities through volunteer efforts with fire departments, search and rescue services and to support the Mining for Miracles campaign," says Whiteside. Below are the winners of the 2018 Mine Rescue and First Aid competition:
Overall 1st Place (move on to Provincials) - Elkview Operations – Captain: Zane Neal, Vice Captain: Brad Filgate, #3 Kyle Dalke, #4 Aaron Zuffa, #5 Justin Surine, #6 Brett Robertson, #7 Mick Prideaux 2nd Place (move on to Provincials) - Line Creek Operations Best Captain 6-Man Team – Cody Waugh – Greenhills Operations Best Written Task 6-Man Team – Brett Robertson (Elkview Operations) tied with Dustin Nimegeers (Line Creek Operations) Best Rope Task Fording River Operations Best Fire Task Elkview Operations
Best Bench Task Greenhills Operations 3-Person First Aid 1st Place (move on to Provincials) – Elkview Operations - Captain: Brad Filgate, Carey Stephenson, Jeremy Zmurchyk, Brett Robertson (Spare) 2nd Place (move on to Provincials) – Line Creek Operations Best Captain 3-Person First Aid – Christa Richardson – Line Creek Operations Best Written 3-Person First Aid – Carey Stephenson – Elkview Operations 1st Place OFA Level 3 SMS Junior First Aid Cadet 2 Intermediate First Aid Mini Badgers
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BLAIRMORE LEGION Supper begins at 5:00pm
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Mine Rescue teams were tested on criteria like their ability to work together, their rescue skills and how well they were able to adapt to changing situations. Some of the tasks that teams competed in included rope rescue, complex industrial hazards and smoke and fire tasks. Photos courtesy of Brian Bisset
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 - Crowsnest PAss herAlD - 3
In the lIne of fIre Between May 14 and 18, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 32 calls for service including the following reported incidents. One (1) break and enter (other), two (2) fraud / forgery, one (1) mischief (vandalism), two (2) theft of motor vehicle, five (5) thefts, one (1) disturbing the peace, two (2) other Criminal Code, two (2) driving complaints, one (1) motor vehicle collision, five (5) assistance to general public, two (2) suspicious occurrences, two (2) assistance to other agencies, four (4) invalid 911 calls, one (1) animal call and one (1) municipal bylaw. Stolen plate On May 14, RCMP received a complaint of a
stolen licence plate in Blairmore. The licence plate was used in a gasand-dash in Coleman on April 30. Stolen headliner On May 15, RCMP received a complaint of a stolen headliner off a 1978 Ford truck in Bellevue. The theft occurred within the past few days. Stolen Hyundai On May 17, RCMP received a complaint of a stolen 2013 Hyundai from Hillcrest that occurred some time overnight. The vehicle was recovered later that day on Highway 22 near Longview. Stolen Dodge On May 17, a black 2013 Dodge truck in Hillcrest was stolen some time overnight.
The Simple Raven’s Post by Avner Perl
The American Dream before it moved to Canada I was mowing the lawn for the first time this year and it occurred to me that I am living the American Dream. The idea of an American Dream was originated in the early 30s, but took shape after the Second World War. American and Canadian boys were coming back from the war and settling down for a life of peace. The duty to the country had been paid, and now it was time for the rewards. What was the American Dream? Most men were going to marry their sweethearts, buy a house with a front lawn, have a garage, a family car and a job that would take them into retirement. The girls who worked during the war in men’s industries were quite happy to have and raise kids, look after the family and enjoy the freedom granted by new appliances that performed the traditional women's duties with electricity instead of muscle power. Guys worked in industry, cut the lawn and waxed the automobile. On Sunday, the family dressed up and went to church. Most people found ways to enjoy their holidays. Most of the boys, GI’s they called them, had “free” healthcare and the ability to obtain “free” college education as a reward for their service. Roosevelt’s New Deal provided a new infrastructure, new access to electricity, roads, rail, and schools, hospitals and other amenities that didn’t exist for the masses during the prior Great Depression. In other words, people had jobs and money, sold and purchased things and the economy rolled well, right until the 70s or early 80s. This was the great America that people today are dreaming about going back to. Inflation threatened to change the balance, but a combination of unionized workers and government regulations kept the relationship between those with capital and the majority of workers healthy. Still, people had jobs, pensions, homes with garages and lawns and a chicken in every pot. Americans, even while paying for wars and starting to include minorities into the American Dream, were on top of the world. In 1981, President Reagan was elected in the U.S. and in 1984, Brian Mulroney became Prime Minister of Canada. People had to work for what they had, strikes were happening and the Cold War was a constant re-
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Break-in On May 17, a parked vehicle in Hillcrest was broken into. A backpack and hiking boots were taken from the vehicle. Vehicle break-in 22 Ave. On May 17, personal items were stolen from a parked vehicle on 22 Avenue in Coleman. Vehicle break-in 24 Ave. On May 17, vehicle documents, clothes and other personal items were stolen from a vehicle parked on 24 Avenue in Coleman. Reminders The RCMP reminds residents to lock their vehicles and to refrain from keeping valuables in vehicles.
Found items A duffel bag was found in Blairmore. A vehicle key was found in Blairmore. Scams Reminder to residents of computer scams, credit cards scams, Grandparent scams, Revenue Canada scams asking for money or cash cards and saying warrants out for arrest. Do not give out personal information to persons you don't know. Do not open emails if you are suspicious of their origin. Anyone with information regarding any crime is urged to contact the Crowsnest Pass RCMP Detachment at 403562-2867, or Crimestoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-422TIPS.
minder that if the many millions of workers don’t do well, revolutions may happen. There was a healthy fear of communism in the air. At the end of the 80s, the Soviet Union was collapsing and people were sold on the idea of supply-demand economics or Reaganism, as many prefer to call it. Now it is known as trickle-down economics. Another notable change was the invention of credit cards, which gave the masses the ability to purchase more than they could afford, enabling the average people to taste the American Dream without saving. Now, people were looking for ways to afford more and the idea of “fly now, pay later” became common. Folks who traditionally were reasonable about expectations now looked at their credit limits as the ceiling of their buying power. The new ideas were causing people to view business success as the savior of the working class, and all efforts shifted from protecting the working public or consumer rights towards making big business prosper, waiting for the wealth to spill down upon the rest of us. The taxes on big businesses were reduced, bringing a decline in services and infrastructure, wages remained stagnant and the corporations took their incentives and capitalized on new opportunities to move manufacturing to countries with lower labor costs. For many millions of Americans, the American Dream became more of a dream and less a reality. Banking institutions took advantage of new freedom from regulations and reduced healthy competition by amalgamating. In 2008, the big crush caused millions of Americans to lose their homes and jobs. Canada was spared due to brilliant action by the government of the time headed by an economist, Stephen Harper. I watched an interview with Scott Gilmore, a Canadian diplomat who studies statistics. As it stands, here is the latest... College graduates in the U.S. are 46 percent and in Canada, 59 percent. Home ownership in the US is 63 percent and in Canada, 68 percent. Life expectancy is 78.7 years and in Canada, 81.2. Canadians enjoy more vacations, don’t go bankrupt for being sick and have better access to education. The best feature is the fact that here, there is better social mobility. In Canada, your chances of improving your social status in one lifetime is twice as good as in the U.S. People in America do not enjoy the equal opportunity that we do and often work two jobs. They view us as a socialist country but in their case, they have more socialism for the rich and less for the average people. Avner Perl
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recipe corner Preparing weeknight meals can be tricky, as busy men and women may want to save money and cook their own healthy foods but have little time to do so consistently. But healthy, homecooked meals need not take much time to prepare. The following low-calorie recipe for “Crab Salad-Stuffed Tomatoes” from “Weightwatchers: Cook It Fast” (St. Martin’s Griffin) can be whipped up in 20 minutes, making it an ideal meal for time-strapped men and women who want homecooked meals without all the work that goes into more complex recipes.
Crab Salad-Stuffed Tomatoes Serves 2 1⁄3 cup orzo 2 large tomatoes 1 cup crabmeat, picked over for pieces of shell 1⁄3 cup chopped black or green olives 2 tablespoons crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1⁄8 teaspoon salt 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper 1. Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt if desired. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain again. 2. Meanwhile, cut thin slice off tops of tomatoes; reserve tops. Using spoon, carefully scoop out seeds and pulp; reserve for another use. 3. Gently toss together crabmeat, olives, feta, dill, vinegar, salt, and pepper in medium bowl. Spoon crabmeat mixture evenly into tomato shells and cover with reserved tomato tops. Cook’s note: Scoop the seeds and pulp from the tomatoes into a storage container. Cover and freeze up to 4 months and toss them into a soup or stew.
4 – CRowsnest PAss HeRALD – Wednesday, May 23, 2018
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Roof goes up on Pass Community Pool AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter
With contractors going home for the long weekend, the newly installed trusses secured on the facility roof, and water testing coming back a "go", the Crowsnest Community Pool was all ready to welcome swimmers for its soft opening for the long weekend, but the weather clearly had other plans... Although the pool was open throughout the entire long weekend starting on Friday May 18 at 6 p.m., chilly, gloomy and at times rainy weather on Friday and Saturday deterred swimmers. Between Sunday and Monday, however, when the weather
turned warm and sunny, approximately 200 people visited the pool. The facility is now closed to the public from Tuesday to Friday to allow contractors to finish off certain parts of the building, but will be open over the weekend. Next week, the contractor will be working on the main entrance and Aministration is working to develop a possible alternate entrance to allow for the pool to remain open while the front entrance is under construction. The roof still needs to be sheeted, the front entrance still needs to be redone with a timber frame and automatic doors for barrier-free access, and
concrete needs to be poured at the front entrance. According to Mel Bohmer, Manager of Development and Trades with the municipality, these are expected to be completed in two to three weeks, but completion is very weather-dependent. In fact, weather has played a significant barrier this year to renovation work that was planned. "We were supposed to get on this early, but with the winter and all the weather we've had, we haven't been able to get going," says Bohmer. "We kind of got hung up because of winter. In March, we should have been done but it's already May and
it's still cold." Once the roof and front entrance are complete, the only renovation that would remain is upgrading the shower and bathroom areas to make them barrier-free, but these tasks can be done in the off-season. "I think everybody's excited and the pool now, once this is complete, will look like a completely different building," says Bohmer. A hard opening for the pool has not yet been set, as it is dependent on the progress of current renovations. Visit passpool.ca for current hours of operation and programming schedule.
GoCrowsnest.ca - from concept to new look Part two: what’s up with GoCrowsnest? AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter
In 2016, the Economic Development Committee (EDC), a municipal advisory board, committed to create a website focused on promoting tourism and inspiring relocation to Crowsnest Pass. By the beginning of 2017, the GoCrowsnest.ca website went live. Now, well into 2018, members of the commu-
Volunteer Board Position Available Alberta Conservation Association, a non-profit registered charity, is seeking a Public-at-Large Director to serve on our Board from southern Alberta. Are you passionate about conservation? 18053AA1 Do you enjoy connecting people to the outdoors? Are you interested in ensuring a hunting and fishing legacy for Albertans? If so, this is your opportunity to make a difference. Visit ab-conservation.com/pal for details and application requirements. Application deadline is May 25, 2018 at midnight. Questions: Call 780-410-1990 or 1-877-969-9091(toll free in Alberta) or email: info@ab-conservation.com. Please specify Public-at-Large in the subject line. OUR VISION: An Alberta with an abundance and diversity of wildlife, fish and their habitats; where future generations continue to use, enjoy and value our rich outdoor heritage.
nity question its purpose, necessity and value. This is the second of a three-part series that will explain the benefit that the website brings to the municipality, the ongoing improvements that are being made and how tourism and hospitality businesses can utilize it as a tool. Part one appeared in the May 16 issue of the Pass Herald. Part two explores the implementation of the Year 1 marketing plan. *** With the GoCrowsnest.ca website going live in January 2017, the next step for the EDC was to contract a company to implement Year 1 of a three-year municipal marketing strategy for Crowsnest Pass. The three-year marketing plan was created by NATIONAL Public Relations as part of their winning the bid for the first RFP in 2016. The focus of the Year 1 strategies was to advance the municipality's presence on social media and online and attract travel "influencers" to write about the events and activities in Crowsnest Pass. The plan also includes the creation of an e-newsletter and backing up progress with
solid metrics and analysis. To finance the project, the EDC intended to apply for a $50,000 matching grant with Travel Alberta that would be put towards implementing the Year 1 marketing plan. The EDC contributed $25,000 towards the matching grant and the EDC was required to find a partner that would also contribute $25,000. According to EDC board member Oliver Strickland, the committee had difficulty finding a partner so the EDC contributed the outstanding $25,000 for a total of $50,000. Now, with the required funds earmarked, the municipality put the project out for tender and, with members of administration participating, NATIONAL Public Relations won the $50,000 bid to implement the first-year marketing strategy in October 2017. Once awarded to NATIONAL, the EDC received a matching grant from Travel Alberta to increase the budget on the original RFP. Between municipal elections, delays in issuing a purchase order to NATIONAL and December holidays, an application wasn't sent to
Travel Alberta for the matching grant until January 2018. In March 2018, Travel Alberta announced that the municipality was awarded the grant. As a result, the group was able to increase the amount of marketing and web content that NATIONAL was able to do in the first year. Since then, NATIONAL has made several posts on the GoCrowsnest website and the ExploreThePass Instagram page. Much of their work, however, has been behind the scenes. Now that GoCrowsnest.ca has been active for several months, the EDC requested several changes to the website that would make it more user friendly, simplify the registration process for businesses and other tweaks to the interface. Taking the feedback into consideration, NATIONAL is currently worked on a revamped website and will be presenting their design to Council at a meeting on May 23. The final third part of the series will explore the r e v a m p e d GoCrowsnest.ca website and the next tasks that NATIONAL PR will address...
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Have questions about the Grassy Mountain Coal Project? Come and chat with Riversdale representatives at the following locations: Hillcrest Fish and Game Protective Association 22802 - 8th Ave PO Box 125, Hillcrest AB May 29th from 2 – 7 p.m. Riversdale Resources Office 12331 20th Ave, Blairmore May 30th from 2 – 7 p.m. Coleman Seniors Drop In Centre 7720 - 18 Avenue May 31st from 2 -7 p.m. We look forward to meeting you! Claire will be writing a bi-weekly column talking about what’s ‘on the go’ with Riversdale and answering FAQs. Have a question?
Fish, anyone? Alberta Health Services
Canada’s Food Guide recommends at least two - 75 g servings of fish per week. Fish is an important part of a healthy diet for people of all ages. It is an excellent source of protein, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids which help maintain a healthy heart. When pregnant women eat fish, it helps with brain and eye development of the growing baby. However, some people avoid fish due to concerns about mercury. Most fish is low in mercury and safe to eat. Common examples are Atlantic mackerel, canned light tuna, clams, haddock, herring, oysters, rainbow trout, salmon, sardines, shrimp, sole, pollock (Boston bluefish), and whitefish. Other fish such as canned albacore (white) tuna, fresh or frozen tuna, marlin, shark or swordfish contain high amounts of mercury. Limit intake of these fish. High amounts of mercury can harm an unborn baby or young child’s developing nervous system. For adults, mercury levels can build up over time which can damage the brain, kidney and heart. It is very important for women of childbearing age and children to limit their intake of foods containing mercury. For more information on mercury, search ‘Mercury in Fish’ at Health Canada or go to https://bit.ly/2JOA3Q2. The levels of mercury in fish caught in local lakes, rivers or coastal areas can vary. Check for fish consumption advisories at https://mywildalberta.ca under ‘Advisories, Corrections and Closures.’ There are so many benefits of eating fish. Choose low mercury fish options and try them in a variety of tasty ways. One of my favourite fish recipes is Cedar Baked Salmon. Fast Fish and Fresh Herb Veggie Packets is another tasty option. It is a quick and easy meal that can be prepared with almost any type of fish and would work equally well at home or when camping this summer. These two recipes and others can be found on the Dietitians of Canada website, www.cookspiration.com. On a side note: Alberta’s many lakes, rivers and streams have a variety of freshwater fish. If you are thinking you would like to try your hand at fishing, July 7 and 8 is a free family fishing weekend. No fishing license is required but fishing regulations still apply. Maybe you will get ‘hooked’ on fishing! Pat MacIntosh is a Registered Dietitian with Alberta Health Services, Nutrition Services. She can be reached by email, pat.macintosh@ahs.ca.
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BellevUe New home. 4(+) bedrooms, 3(+) bathrooms. Energy efficient construction and a new home warranty. Outstanding finishes throughout. Sunny and spacious lot with back lane access and plenty of room for a large garage. Fantastic deck. Large shed. Call your realtor about this great new home. $369,000 CALL JOHN MLS
Large corner lot with two driveways and plenty of parking. Extensively upgraded 2 + 1 bedroom bungalow. Heated attached 24’ x 32’ garage with two 8’ x 9’ automatic doors. and a second single car shop for storage. $249,000 CALL JOHN MLS
39 ironstone drive - Brand-new luxury home, just finished. Open, spacious floor plan. Deluxe kitchen cabinets. Quartz counters and GE Profile appliances. Vaulted ceiling. Solid fir trim. Deck. Large, attached, double garage. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms up plus 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom down. Fantastic media/entertainment room. $399,000 + GST CALL JOHN MLS
BellevUe Brand new 2 + 2 bedroom bungalow, 3 bathrooms. Open floor plan. Options may be available regarding landscaping, garage or fencing. Spacious southeast facing deck will be built. Affordable and energy efficient construction provides the peace of mind which only a new home warranty offers. $369,000 + GST CALL JOHN MLS
coleman acreaGe Magnificent views from this spacious ranch style home on 3 acres. Beautiful living areas, large rooms, lovely master suite with ensuite and walk-in closet. Main floor laundry. Fully developed side and back walk-out basement. Great and plentiful water supply. Double car garage. $574,900 CALL JOHN MLS
coleman Well maintained 3+2 bedroom raised bungalow with south facing walkout basement. Recent windows, newer high efficiency furnace, metal roof and nice deck. Main floor laundry with sink. Mature landscaped back yard. Large corner lot with plenty of parking and ample room to build a big garage. $295,000. CALL JOHN MLS
Blairmore Excellent location with a private back yard. This two-bedroom home has two bathrooms, which is unusual for this vintage and size. Solid concrete basement. Newer boiler and hot water tank. Lots of sun and adequate parking. Ideal location for a mountain get-away or a first home. $159,900 CALL JOHN MLS
timBerline ridGe Prime building lots available at affordable prices, starting at $68,000. Large and fully serviced with all underground utilities. Very sunny location with great view of the valley. If you are thinking about building, now or in the future, Timberline Ridge may be the place. CALL JOHN
valley ridGe Three acre parcel bordering Gold Creek. Skillfully developed as a perfect 3-bedroom 2-bathroom mountain chalet. Spectacular mountain views and a mature evergreen landscape. Deck and covered patio. Secure 8’x40’storage. Very attractive package. $374,900 CALL JOHN MLS
coleman Beautifully upgraded two-bedroom mountain home. North side of the valley on a full-size lot. Lots of room to build a garage. New roof. New floors. Sunny kitchen. Hike up Saskie Mountain from your back door. $156,900 CALL JOHN MLS
coleman Large 4 bedroom home on a corner lot near walking trails and some of the best fly fishing anywhere. The original house has a more recent addition. Lots of parking and an oversized, deep, single car garage. Beautiful part of town for nature enthusiasts. $179,000 CALL JOHN MLS
Blairmore dUplex Great weekender or revenue property. This permitted non-conforming duplex and double garage is close to shopping, walking and biking trails and the golf course. Walking distance to medical services. A great revenue stream or keep half for your needs and rent the remainder. $165,000 CALL JOHN MLS
coleman Large, sunny corner lot with great mountain views. 3-bedroom, modernized home maintains its original charm. Upgrades include heating, plumbing, electrical. Metal roof, wood-burning stove. Close to amenities and choice walking trails. Big back yard with lots of room for a garage, RV storage and a garden. $239,000 CALL JOHN MLS
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Bright 4-bedroom semi-detached bungalow at Ironstone Lookout. End unit. Open floor plan and vaulted ceilings. Fully developed basement with spacious media room and wet bar. Two gas fireplaces and central air. Large double attached garage. Main floor laundry. Deck and patio. Ample parking. $374,900 CALL JOHN MLS
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6 – crowsnest PAss HerALD – wednesday, May 23, 2018
Editorial and Opinions Community Update
WhoSe fauLt iS it?! We are only five months into 2018 and there have been over 22 school shootings in the United States. It’s easy to say that guns are the problem in the U.S., that it’s easy access to guns that accounts for all the shootings, and I will agree with you... to some extent. I don’t think it’s the fault of the guns that kids are killing kids, but I don’t really understand why a kid under 21 can buy an assault rifle, but can’t go into a bar. Doesn’t make a ton of sense to me. However, it’s not the fault of guns or access to them, just like it’s not the car’s fault when a drunken idiot gets into it and drives into an innocent person and kills them. It’s the fault of society. Kids are disconnected from life. They hide behind their phones, texting, playing games and living a life of solitude. You no longer see kids playing kick-the-can outside until dark. In fact, you are lucky to see a kid outside, period. We are raising kids in an age of social media where there is no accountability for their actions. They can bully kids online and have no idea of the repercussions. They don’t have to look the victim in the face and see what their words and actions have done to another human being. It’s common to see a thread on Facebook from a parent upset about their child being persecuted. They are at a loss of how to handle it. Half the time, I bet you read their story and think, “Wow, I’m glad that isn’t happening to my kid” and scroll down. I’ve watched it happen to my own kids. It’s a helpless feeling. You can wear all the pink shirts you want once a year, but if you don’t advocated kindness in your own home, it really doesn’t matter. How can you have a kid that thinks it’s okay to make someone’s life completely miserable and not know it? How can you have become so disconnected that you just don’t see it? After every shooting, you hear from the parents, “I knew my child was struggling, but I didn’t think he/she would ever do that.” I am in my kids’ life. I ask them questions, I ask their friends’ parents questions, I ask the school questions. Is my child kind? Is he respectful? I ask everyone I can, and if I get an answer I don’t like, I have a sit-down with my child. I don’t make excuses for them. I don’t say, “Well, it’s just the age, they will grow out of it.” I hold them accountable and I will tell you, I have raised four incredibly kind boys who have always looked out for kids left out. So I suggest you all sit down with your kids and find out how they are treating their peers. Get involved in their lives and ask the parents around you. You may not like the answer, but I guarantee you, you will like the results if you deal with it. So to come around, it’s not the guns that are killing kids, it’s a lack of parenting in our youth and a lack of holding our own kids accountable for their actions. That’s the way I see it. LS
Come out to the Ed Gregor Memorial Stewardship Day Herald Contributor
Crowsnest Forest Stewardship Society 24th Annual Ed Gregor Memorial Stewardship Day 2 June 2018 marks the 24th Anniversary of this special event where we take care of our special lands here in the Crowsnest. This is the longest standing volunteer stewardship day in Canada.The first 5 years of the Stewardship Day was sponsored/hosted directly by the Alberta Forest Service – It was originally created by the Forest Service – the CFSS came into existence as a result of Stewardship Day. This stewardship day is co-sponsored by Alberta Environment and Parks and the Crowsnest Forest Stewardship Society. On this day, all users, all groups and all clubs come together to help maintain the land that they get to recreate and live in by doing a number of projects to keep the Crowsnest Forest healthy, sustainable and looking beautiful. It is also a great opportunity for all, including our youth, to develop an appreciation and respect forthis special place. There is a tremendous amount of effort put into the organization and coordination of this event, which to date has produced: • Over 1.5 Million in donated volunteer hours, donated equipment and supplies by over 4400 volunteers. This includes trail maintenance, recla-
mation and repair, walkways, benches, signs and kiosks, random campsite and backcountry cleanup, and other upgrades. • Thousands of kilometres of roadsides and forestry trails have been cleaned up, with over 47 tonnes ofgarbage collected. With every year there is a noticeable improvement in the areas, with less garbage to find. • Approximately 10,000 tree seedlings have been planted in the Crowsnest forest. • Many trails have benefited from our Society’s volunteer work in the past - including Allison/Chinook Lake, Beaver Mines Lake, Syncline Cross Country Trails, Table Mountain, Old Miner’s Path, Star Creek, and many OHV, hiking and horseback winter/summer trails in the Crowsnest Forest. • Numerous bridges have been installed by volunteers, particularly the Crowsnest Pass Quad Squad and Crow Snow Riders on many trails so that riders can stay out of the rivers and creeks, protecting riparian health and keeping these trails sustainable into the future. The CFSS has worked closely with all local government agencies, all user groups and many other volunteer organizations to develop this day into a huge asset in keeping this area beautiful. The day starts with a gathering of volunteers in the morning at the Crowsnest Ice Sports
Complex (Coleman) where everyone gets a hearty free breakfast. Breakfast starts at 8:00. Afterwards people divide into groups and disperse to a number of locations for a variety of projects. Some of the projects planned for this years CFSS Stewardship Day: • Bench building at Chinook Lake, Boardwalk and Bridge Repair • UROC Mountain Bike Trails • Crowsnest Conservation Society Riverbank Cleanup • Outdoor Nature Play Space Installation MDM Community Centre - Bellevue • Coleman Fish and Game Pond - Hillcrest Fish and Game Association • Trail Cleanup and Weed Pull - Municipality of Crowsnest Pass • North and South Snowmobile Shelter Cleanup • Bridge Decking in Deadman’s Pass • General Forest Cleanup, including random camping areas • Other projects will be announced as the day gets closer. Several of the organizations that will be participating this year include: CNP Nordic, Crowsnest Pass Quad Squad, Crow Snow Riders, Hillcrest Fish and Game Society, United Riders of Crowsnest, Crowsnest Conservation Society, Crowsnest Forest Kids, only to mention a few. There are also many other
individuals, not listed here, through their ongoing support have made this event such a great success. Projects are a great opportunity for groups, families and all ages, including very young to participate. It is a great event to meet others that truly care about the Crowsnest Forest. After working on the project, to finish off the day at 4:00, everyone returns to the Sports Complex to enjoy a hot supper and check their draw tickets for participating. In addition there are tons of other prizes given out to participants. The hard working volunteer executive of CFSS invites everyone that lives or recreates in the C-5 Forest to come out and show the pride and caring you have for these lands that belong to us all. It seems like the eyes of the world are on this corner of the province, so now is the time to show that you really care for the gift of our public lands. We thank all Sponsors for all of their support over the past 23 years, as well as all our volunteers for making this such a successful event, that we all can take pride in! Thanks for your participation in caring for this special place that we live and recreate in! For more information call: +1-403-563-3526 Visit/Like our FaceBook Page: Crowsnest Forest Stewardship Society Crowsnest Forest Stewardship Society
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~ Council updates ~
Cannabis Bylaw, Open House, Boat Dock, Unsightly Premises, Ski Hill Trail AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter
Cannabis bylaw A public hearing was held for the proposed amendment to the Land Use Bylaw that accounted for cannabis retail and production facilities. Members of the gallery presented their support or opposition for the bylaw. The first speaker felt that Council was rushing the bylaw and what she perceived as a lack of planning in the zoning of the Sentinel Industrial Park. "We have industrial, a junk pile, a storage unit, and helicopter pads, so aviation. Two years ago, you approved an RV park in there, so we have recreation. Now we're looking at cannabis, which is agriculture. So really, what's the plan for Sentinel Industrial Park?" she said. She also questioned the availability of water for the production. According
to Mayor Blair Painter, there are no plans to bring municipal water into that area as there is non-potable water available. Recreational pot is expected to be made legal in Canada this summer or fall. Councillor Lisa Sygutek pointed out that having municipal bylaws and regulations around cannabis production and retail is crucial to implement in a timely manner in order to be ready for the federal approval. "We cannot sit back and wait until it's passed. It's not that we're trying to leave you out or trying to rush it. We're doing our due process," she said. Another resident endorsed the bylaw, saying, "I think that the Pass gets left out on a lot of things. I've done extensive research with Colorado, Oregon and California and the amount of money brought into those communities that goes to good things...
We can't turn a blind eye to that. The Pass needs infrastructure and opportunity and needs to be bringing new young people to the area and I'm for it." Council passed second reading of the bylaw with an amendment to include the definition of public parks, separating passive and active parks. Passive parks are green spaces with no children's equipment, such as the Gazebo Park in Blairmore, while active parks include playground equipment. The amendment to the Land Use Bylaw defines and regulates cannabis retail and production within the municipality. The draft bylaw designates the Sentinel Industrial Park as a new "C-4 district", which is a district where cannabis production facilities are permitted. A final public hearing will be scheduled prior to third reading of the bylaw.
Open house The municipality will be hosting an open house on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at the MDM from 3 to 7 p.m. where they will tackle hot topics like the possible installment of water meters in the community, downtown Coleman revitalization, the Riversdale mine and other community issues that people feel are important. The municipality is also looking to gather public input on what type of beautification they would like to see in the community. At this time, Council has directed Administration to determine whether the topic should be included in the municipal open house on June 20, or whether a separate open house focusing specifically on beautification should be held the next day on June 21 at the MDM. Unsightly premises The municipality is
clamping down on unsightly premises with an awareness campaign. Council directed Administration to develop a plan for advertising, enforcement and education. Residents can refer to the Community Standards Bylaw on the municipal website for details on conditions considered unsightly, which includes things like uncut grass, abandoned vehicles and rubbish on a property. Boat dock The municipality is considering repairing the boat dock at Crowsnest Lake and directed Administration to bring back an estimate on how much it would cost. According to Mayor Blair Painter, the current dock was designed to fold up and sit on the shore during the winter months. However, it was neglected to be removed in the fall and was damaged by ice.
Ski hill hiking trail A Crowsnest Pass resident approached Council to express his concern about a trail project involving the United Riders of Crowsnest (UROC) group. A new International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) Epic trail will be passing through the Pass Powderkeg Ski Area and one of the IMBA trail building standards is to eliminate the cross-breeding of trails. This means that any trails that cross the IMBA Epic are closed. According to the resident, who is an avid hiker in the Pass Powderkeg, one would have to cross bike trails "no less than seven times" on the way to the top. Council directed Administration to examine options for a solution for a trail with no or minimal intersections with bike trails.
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New director, new dreams at Bellevue Underground Mine Mine hosts grand opening to kick off 2018 visitor season
AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter
Dr. William Raccah is a dreamer. That's the impression you get after a mere few minutes of speaking to the new executive director and curator of the Bellevue Underground Mine. He has ideas for programs, events, activities and visual presentation of the mine. But underlying his dreams is a sense that he's also a man that knows how to make reality out of those dreams. Change is coming at the mine, that much is certain, and in speaking with Raccah, that change will take manifestations both big or small. Big in the sense of changing the inherent purpose and perception of the mine and its service to the public, but small changes in the superficial cosmetics of the premises, from fresh coats of paint to revamped signage. The Bellevue Mine
has traditionally been known as a place to don a hardhat with a flashlight and descend into the chilly, damp underground of a historic coal mine. With a 4.5-star rating on TripAdvisor, it's clear that this unique experience is something the Bellevue Mine does exceptionally well. But it's what's on the surface where Raccah sees protentional, enhancing the out-of-mine experience as a place for telling the stories of the mining history of Crowsnest Pass and its residents. "We are also classified and qualified as a museum. Therefore, we want to develop that museum part with artifacts, history and stories, complementing what's happening at the Frank Slide and the Coleman Museum. Together, we can complement what visitors are learning about the Pass. We can certainly cooperate and validate each other. We want to see things hap-
pen here," says Raccah. The mine does exhibit several artifacts in the museum where people gather and wait to be led out on tours, but it's incomplete, lacking a "tug of the heart" as Raccah puts it. "We have lunch pails, but they are just a box of metal. There is no information as to which date they are from or whether they come from a certain family. We also have lamps, but what year are they from? Some of them are different shapes, different colours. We don't have identifying tags and that, to me, is what makes a museum," says Raccah, adding that the mine has many artifacts kept in storage because of space constraints. Finding a way to identify and expose them is one of the curator's goals. The mine is located in a perfectly strategic spot along Highway 3 with picturesque mountains all around, a small river at the base of the mine and lots
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The Bellevue Mine’s new executive director and curator William Raccah stands at the counter at reception. At the bottom of the desk, painted by one of the interpreters at the mine, Mel Daviel, is a train of pack rats. These little rodents are painted throughout the mine reception area and are a fun “find the packrat” game for kids that visit the mine. Daviel, a graduate in Fine Arts from the University of Victoria, has worked at the mine for seven summers and is also currently designing a new logo for the Bellevue Mine.
of green space, and Raccah sees so much potential to utilize the surroundings to enhance the tour and museum experience. Such as the "meal in the mine" idea that combines a culinary and educational experience. Or opening up the vacant grassy lots on the property to camping opportunities.
With ghost stories aplenty in an industry that experienced many grim accidents, the Bellevue Mine is planning to host the first Halloween party this October for youth and young adults. On the visual side, the mine is in the process of revamping their logo and updating their web-
site. Wood carver Daron Jones will create an intricate welcome arch at the intersection of 213 Street and the mine entrance, carved right on the spot in mid-July. The material has been donated, and Jones is donating his skills and his time for the project. Con’t on page 14
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 - crowsnesT PAss HerALD - 9
Integra Tire grand re-opening
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The Integra Tire team groups together for a photo at the garage’s Grand Reopening and Customer Appreciation event on May 16. Standing in the centre of the photo is Todd Parkins and on the right is his father, Robert Parkins, owner of Integra. Between father and son, the two have 53 years of experience working in vehicle mechanics. tion, added a new office chanics industry. AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter For the near future, and another 10 feet to the Integra Tire in Blair- lobby. Parkins says he'll be more hosted a grand reThe old side houses a working business as opening and customer five-bay mechanical shop usual, but retirement may appreciation event on and a new drive through not be too far away for the May 16. bay was added for tire use mechanic. It was an event to cel- only. "I've enjoyed it for the ebrate Integra's growth Between Parkins and last 39 years and I'm throughout the years, a his son, Todd, who is the slowly stepping down. recent major renovation manager at Integra, the They've already been to the garage and owner two have 53 years of ex- teasing me for a year," Robert Parkins' years in perience in the auto me- says Parkins, chuckling. business... just one short of 40! "We just wanted to let people know what we do and show our appreciation to our customers," says Parkins. The Integra team hosted a barbecue lunch, a raffle, door prizes, draws, and product specials. Sponsors from Keystone, NAPA Auto Parts and NTD Tire were also on hand to supply advice and answer questions. Parkins moved to Crowsnest Pass in 1979 and managed what was CNP Tire Automotive Ltd. for 10 years. In 1989, he purchased the current building, back then called Tire Craft, and 18 years later Parkins bought into the Integra Tire franchise. The business has certainly branched out in the past 20 years. They started out with only three employees with Parkins and his wife doing the books at home. Integra Tire now has nine employees and offers full mechanical services from transmission repairs to maintenance flushes. They recently completed their building renovations that launched in September 2017. They renovated and expanded the recep-
10 – Crowsnest Pass HeraLD – Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Hiking and dining at PPK AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter
If you like the idea of a hearty feast following a hike through some of the Pass Powderkeg’s most quintessential trails, the Hike & Dine for $99 event might be just the thing to perk up your Friday night. In partnership with local guiding company Uplift Adventures, the Pass Powderkeg launched a brand new event where guests are taken on a guided evening hike through trails winding throughout the ski hill mountain. Along the way, interpretive guide and owner of Uplift Adventures, Heather Davis points out interesting aspects of flora and fauna and provides an overview and history of the Crowsnest Pass area. Davis is certified with the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides and has led hikes of all difficulty levels. Heading the back of the group was Jon Fearns, also certified and a longtime leader in the Crowsnest Outdoors volunteer-run hiking group that Davis started in 2015. Both Davis and Fearns completed their 80-hour Wilderness First Aid training and have explored many (if not most) of the mountains of Southwestern Alberta. The Hike & Dine for $99 event is designed to offer a fun, relaxing evening for both backcountry beginners and
families as well as seasoned adventurers. “We have three series of hikes this year, beginning with ‘Flora and Fawn-a’, which is a playon-words. Our guides will be sharing local knowledge about flowers and captivating facts about deer and other ungulates. For example, did you know that deer have more olfactory receptors (smelling) than a bloodhound? Following the adventure, our local chef, Alejandro is sculpting a delicious meal to be sharing with vistas of the mountains,” says Davis. During a trial run on Friday, May 11, 2018, a group of nine was the first to experience the Hike & Dine evening, starting their excursion at the old luge track that hosted the event at the 1988 Olympics. From there, the group made its way up the Double Dirt-Spresso and Knotty Flo trails. “We will switch up the routes that we explore at Pass Powderkeg, depending on what flowers are blooming and where,” says Davis. “Ultimately, the goal is to make it to some vistas either overlooking the town and Crowsnest Mountain or going to one of my favourite places overlooking Turtle Mountain and Hastings Ridge.” Along the way, Davis pointed out some of the season’s first flowers poking through, explained the difference between serotinous and non-
serotinous cones and pointed out areas where deer had rubbed on trees. Once back at the PPK lodge, the dinner was hot and just waiting to be devoured. That night, chef Alejandro Verdi had prepared prime rib steak, chimichurri sauce, truffle potato and grilled Caesar salad, corn on the cob and asparagus. Little takehome s’mores baggies with a hand-written quote by local letterer and calligrapher Two Hands Create add a special personal touch to the evening, even more so after you read the quote, which says, “If the world had s’more guests like you, it’d be a sweeter place.” It was here at the family-style dinner that, after getting to know each other over an outdoor experience that always somehow tends to bond and familiarize people, the group ate, laughed, chatted and enjoyed the beautiful early summer evening. The Hike & Dine event exposes a certain simplicity to our pleasures in showing that sometimes, all you need to have a good time is a walk among nature and hearty food in your belly, surrounded by a jovial crowd doing the same. The first Hike & Dine for $99 event launches on Friday, May 25. For a complete schedule and to register, visit the “Hike & Dine - Flora and FAWNa” Facebook page.
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The group participating in the trial fun for Pass Powderkeg’s new Hike & Dine for $99 event gets ready to dig in post-hike! Pictured at the back left is Heather Davis, owner of Uplift Adventures and lead guide for the evening. Pictured front right is Jon Fearns, the assisting guide.
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 - crowsnest PAss HerALD -11
Looking Back By John Kinnear
Unfolding the Kerr Story – Part Two So let’s back up this Kerr family history overview a bit before we return to unfolding the next generation of this remarkable family. We’ll start with the other pioneer Kerr of the brothers that immigrated to Canada, namely Bill. When I checked a Lethbridge Herald writeup on Bill’s passing in 1952, I discovered that these two Scottish pioneers (John and Bill) had in fact four sisters (Margaret, Mary, Daisy and Jeanne) at one time back in Scotland and two brothers. Brother James Kerr is listed as being in Hamilton, Ontario. Unmentioned in the obituary is their brother Robert Turnbull Kerr who came to join them in 1909. Robert partnered in the store but was a victim of the 1918 flu epidemic. He, like his brother Bill, was a talented violinist. Warning: One can get thoroughly lost in all the Johns, Bills and Jims that unfold in this complex family tree and, of course, there are many more of the same name to come. Bill Kerr arrived with John at Police Flats in 1906 after they had travelled west by covered wagon from Estevan and wintered in the Taber area. On commencement of a mine there he became engaged as a mail carrier for the Leitch Collieries and his daily routine called for a trip on horseback to Frank where the mails for the area were consigned and picked up. Bill wasn’t so enamoured with coal mining so chose instead to open up the Passburg General Store in 1908 where he sold everything from violins to horse collars, from stove pipes to patent medicines. As mentioned last week, he partnered with John to take over a Bellevue store which he ran until 1947 when he retired. The Passburg store was closed shortly after his brother’s passing suddenly in 1939 at the age of 56. Bill was wholly engaged in his community. He was an outstanding curler who had skipped a rink that scored a perfect eight ender and was heavily involved in the Caledonian Society and the local Fish and Game organization. He also worked hard for the annual Labour Day Bellevue Flower show which was a gargantuan event with hundreds of entries in more categories than I could possibly list. He loved playing the violin and was part of the Bellevue orchestra and the still running Crowsnest Pass Music Festival. Bill passed five years after his retirement in 1952 at age 64. Returning now to young James Runciman Kerr and Florence Elaine (May) Kerr, we find that Jim left working at the Bellevue general store in 1935 and rented the Motordrome Garage in Coleman which he ran. During those days, Jim was very involved with the Coleman Fish and Game Club and was foreman of the committee that dammed Allison Creek to create Chinook Lake. He was a true sportsman and conservationist. Like his uncle Bill, Jim was also an accomplished curler, winning many trophies and was part of the group that tore down the old curling club and rebuilt it at its present site in 1977. Kerr served a term on Coleman town council during the time that they negotiated the take-over of the town’s light and water from the coal company. This was a very smart and successful financial move. Always good to have a Scot on your council! Jim sold the garage in 1947 as it kept him away from home too much and in 1950 he purchased that perfect piece of property at Sentinel. There, in 1951, he and his wife Florence opened the 10-unit Chinook Motel alongside their new home. It was billed as a place where you could “enjoy the scenic charm of the valley, the clean air, the mountain spring drinking water and the quietness at the home away from home log cabins.” I recall my father taking me there to show me the trout pond that they maintained for many years. There were some whoppers in that private pond! Not to be outdone, Florence was a mover and a shaker herself. She played piano for the Bellevue United Church and in 1925 went to Normal School (teacher’s school) in Calgary. She taught school in Bellevue for four years. While in Coleman she was deeply involved with St. Paul’s United Church and the Victoria Rebekah Lodge #7 affiliated with the church. Of course, she was the manageress of the Chinook Motel for the 21 years of its operation. Most of us refer to the motel as Kerr’s Cabins. Florence was always an informative host which usually resulted in longer stays and repeat customers to this iconic motel. It was her documentary note on the back of the CPR photographer Nicholas Morant’s photo of Crowsnest Mountain that drew me into the family story. See my “Capturing the Crow” article at http://passherald.ca/archives/180418/index3.htm. Since I have no idea how to properly unfold this complex story in sequence I’m going to have to double back once again to the first John Kerr. As I mentioned last week, John and Annie had three children, James (Jim), John and Mary. John was born in 1907 and his marker in Hillcrest says John Kerr II (second) and yes, there was a third. And now a fourth and a fifth, but I’ll get to that probably next week. I guess there is another family parallel here. I am John, my father was John, his father was John, his father was John and his father was John (my great great grandfather). When my grandfather was still alive, I was technically John Kinnear III. Has a nice ring doesn’t it? I don’t expect a “Sir” to be added in front any time soon! John Kerr Jr. (II) and brother Jim’s childhood and youth “were spent in this area when it was unspoiled, unfenced and teeming with fish and wildlife.” His father and uncle taught him the finer points of fishing and hunting and, of course, they learned a lot about the retail business. And don’t forget: nothing was prepackaged back then and home deliveries were made with horse and buggy. John was home schooled for a time by Annie who was a school teacher in Glasgow but eventually went to school in Passburg and Bellevue. At the 1926 annual Labour Day Sports Day and Flower Show a 19-year-old John was persuaded to enter the 5-mile road race which he won handily. It was the beginning of a pretty impressive athletic career. John attended Mount Royal College, graduating with a business degree, and then toughed it out through the Depression. Crowsnest and Its People’s profile on John says he sold life insurance, gold stocks, roofing, was a cashier and paymaster for a milk company in Calgary and managed a lumberyard and post office in Whiskey Gap. He had always been interested in the RCMP and in 1935 joined the force, training in Regina. He served five years during which time he used his photography training (from his father) and fingerprinting expertise to establish an investigative laboratory in Prince Albert. He married Kathleen Hanson in 1939 and returned to the Pass where, in 1941, he formed a partnership with his sister Mary, brother Jim and William Cole. Together they built the one and only Turtle Mountain Playgrounds on the old sanatorium site in Frank. It started out as a swimming pool, dance hall and lunch counter and evolved through the years with guiding and outfitting, a riding school and a motel. Eventually it became a full blown Motor Hotel complete with a dining room, cabaret, gift shop and an exclusive dress shop. Had some fun there at the cabarets, I can tell you. The dance floor was supported by car tires. I recall my older brother Alex coming home from that cabaret four sheets to the wind. Apparently he had been drinking “volcanoes”, a mixture of vodka, almond liquer, cream of coconut, vanilla ice cream and a cherry on top. They poured him in the front door of our house just like lava flows. So John Jr. eventually bought out his partner, raised a family (John, Ann and George) and being the ambitious entrepreneur he was, started three Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) outlets in southwest Alberta. He eventually sold the hotel in 1970 and the KFC’s to his younger son, John III. Jim and Florence also raised a family of three sons: Jack, Bill and Gordon. Jack was born in Bellevue and the other two in Coleman. I am really looking forward to sharing the stories of all three of these men, but especially that of James William Kerr, Sarah’s amazing father. And of course, the rest of the Johns! Author’s Note: I can’t say enough about the important work that Florence Kerr did from 1973 on for the museum, collecting family histories. The first volume of Crowsnest and Its People is my bible and everyone should own a copy. Not many communities have gone to this length to document their community’s Photos, top to bottom: story in such important detail. In Volume 3 there is a write-up about Florence and Jim’s ranch lands being William Kerr, pioneer and champion curler - courtesy Crowsnest Museum donated to the Nature Conservancy of Canada in July of 1999. They were adamant that their little piece of Archives; John Kerr II, road racer, RCMP and developer of Turtle Mountain heaven never be developed. In March of 2011, I photographed 130 elk on the east side of their property near Playgrounds - courtesy Crowsnest Museum Archives; iconic Chinook Motel the cabins. Kind of says it all, doesn’t it? - courtesy Sarah Kerr; Jim Kerr, parade marshal in the Coleman rodeo parade - courtesy Sarah Kerr; Bill, Gordon and Jack Kerr... stay tuned! - courBe sure to check out the online version for more great photos! tesy Sarah Kerr.
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I would like to thank everyone for making my retirement such a memorable day, for all the 1congratulation wishes and all the heart warming comments in my book, which I read over and over. I would also like to thank everyone for the cards, gifts and flowers, thank you to ben Wongs for the delicious lunch. a huge thanks to all my co-workers for all the work and organizing they put into the two day event. It truly was a time I will not forget. Thank you all so much. Gail Milledge
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a year has come and gone seems like yesterday We loved you when you left and love you to this day Miss you always - Love Mom, Brenda & Harley
In Memoriam DOWSON: In loving memory of our family – elizabeth, Joe, Tom, Maxine, Joseph and Peggy. There’s a place in our hearts That is theirs alone That no one else Can ever own. deep in our hearts Their memory is kept and no words can say How much we miss them every day. Sadly missed by: George, Robyn and Family
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BARUTA
JULIUS JOSEPH JANUARY 5, 1929 - MAY 14, 2018
Jules Baruta passed away on Monday, May 14, 2018 at the age of 89 years. Jules was predeceased by Ida, his beloved wife. He is survived by his loving children Joanne, John (Trisha), and Nancy (Ken); and his grandchildren Mitchell, Kennedy, James, Sarah, Reid, Natalie and Cameron. Jules was born in Slovakia before coming to Canada at the age of 6. He grew up in Coleman, AB in the Crowsnest Pass and attended school at the University of Alberta and SAIT which led to a successful career as a Geological Draftsman in the Oil and Gas sector. After mom’s passing, dad filled the void by spending time with his children, grandchildren and close friends. Dad took great pride in tending to his yard, complimented by avidly watching sports, politics and being a master at the game of Crib. We are so happy that he is once again reunited with his beautiful wife Ida, but we will miss his wonderful sense of humour, his wittiness, his love, and his gentle soul. A private family Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared with Jules’ family through www.evanjstrong.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Chinook Hospice (1261 Glenmore Trail SW Calgary, Alberta T2V 4Y8; Phone: 403-258-0040; https://www.intercarealberta.com/hospice-calgary.html). The family wishes to thank the staff of Unit 73 and the Palliative Team at Chinook Hospice, and special thank you to Dr. Richard Lee-Ying. Arrangements in care of EVAN J. STRONG FUNERAL SERVICES. (403) 265-1199
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LINDA RICKARD
Linda Rickard (Beer) passed away May 5, 2018, surrounded by family at her home in Bellevue, after a long battle with cancer. She was 72 years old, and had lived a wonderful and exciting life travelling the world with her beloved husband Phil. Making their home in Canada, USA, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Libya and New Zealand they raised three children before finally settling in Bellevue to enjoy retirement with winters in Arizona. Linda was predeceased by her father, Cecil Beer, her sister Gail Peterse, Margaret Keer and her brothers-in-law Don Petersen and Ron Keer. She is survived by her mother Audrey Beer, her husband Phil, her children Sandy (Robert), Phil (Muti), Dan (Jody), grandchildren Nick & Samantha, Ben, Alex, Kayley, Aislyn, Ayu, Adia, Philip and Arkan and an incoming great-grandchild.Family and friends gathered at the Heritage Inn on Saturday, May 12th from 2 – 5 pm to celebrate the life of a woman who truly touched the hearts and lives of all her knew her, all around the world. Memorial Donations may be made in Linda’s memory to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331-29th St., N.W., Calgary, AB, T2N 4N2. Eden’s Funeral Home – Pincher Creek in charge of arrangements. A division of the Caring Group. Phone: 403-627-3131
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HEATHER KUFFNER
It is with great sadness that we announce Heather Mae Kuffner's passing on May 11, 2018, after a short but valiant fight with cancer. There was no question Heather’s greatest accomplishments were her children. Heather lived and earned the title "best nannie". Her love for her family and friends enriched her life and those around her. Heather’s love for the farming life ran deep in her bones starting with life on the Ranch in Pincher Creek, ending with life on the farm in Glentworth, Saskatchewan with her love Jason Kuffner. Heather was born on March 6, 1971, in Pincher Creek, Alberta and grew up in the Crowsnest Pass. After living in various places in Alberta, Heather moved to Saskatchewan in 2008. On the hunt for the perfect career Heather explored careers as a hairdresser, lab technician, and then moved to REM Industries in Saskatchewan exploring different opportunities which eventually lead her to a career in accounting. Once in Glentworth, Heather enjoyed working at a local feedlot and a local bank. Finally Heather found where she belonged, she last worked alongside the Smith family at their family business W.P. Smith Trucking where she felt like family. Heather is survived by her husband Jason Kuffner, children Joel (Jessi) Bradley, Jessika Clark (Davidson Falade), Danika Bradley (Kyle Chorel), grandchildren Kale and Noah Clark and Wyatt and Rhett Bradley, her parents Brian and Bonnie Harry, her father-in-law Gary Kuffner, siblings Penny Harry (Sean Rodgers) and Jim (Tennille) Harry, nephews and nieces Sam, Savannah, Ava and Owen Harry, grandmother Fay Jenkins and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She is predeceased by her grandparents C.W. (Bud) Jenkins, Mike and Mel Harry, aunts Wendi and Tracy Jenkins and mother-in-law Marlene Kuffner. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, May 19, 2018, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Jason and Gary Kuffner's farm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospitals of Regina Foundation for Voices Cancer Care - Friends of 3B, Box 1697, Regina, SK S4P 3Z6 https://www.hrf.sk.ca/Why-Give/Where-Your-Money-Goes/Cancer-Care or St. Joseph Hospital Foundation, Box 810, Gravelbourg, SK S0H 1X0. Online condolences can be shared at www.pichehawkinsgrondinfuneralchapels.ca
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MICHELE KRAUS 1957 ~ 2018
Michele Kraus of Pincher Creek, beloved wife and mother, passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at the age of 61 years. Besides her loving husband, David, Michele is survived by her daughter Kelly (Kyle) of Lethbridge, her son Brian (Laura) of Lethbridge, her father Michael Antoniuk of Bienfait, Saskatchewan, and her brother, Steven Antoniuk of Regina, Saskatchewan. Michele was predeceased by her mother Helen Antoniuk, her sister Mary-Ellen Antoniuk, and her best friend Annette Pelletier of Pincher Creek. Aunty Nettie, as the family called her, became Michele’s “sister” and Annette’s passing was deeply felt, especially by Michele. She also leaves behind many other meaningful friendships, too numerous to list. Michele was born April 17, 1957 to Mike and Helen Antoniuk of Bienfait, Saskatchewan. Michele first attended school in Bienfait where she made lasting friendships and enjoyed spending time with her grandparents. Later, in Estevan, Michele attended the Comprehensive High School where she met her first love, David. They started dating and, just after having graduated, they were married. Michele and David moved to Saskatoon and then to Pincher Creek, Alberta, where David took a job with Gulf Canada for a year, then with Shell Canada until retirement. At the young ages of 19 and 20, Michele and David began a new chapter in their lives, far from their home and families. The adjustment was made easier by the immediate welcoming and adoption by the good people of Pincher Creek. It was a great time to be young and jump right in to whatever was going on! After eight years of marriage, Michele and David started a family. Their daughter Kelly arrived first, followed by their son, Brian, five years later. Michele blossomed, as mothers do, and became dedicated to her family, spoiling everyone in turn. Michele worked at various places in her life and volunteered with the schools when her children were young. She loved her job as the “Demo Lady” at the Pincher Creek Co-op and often said it was her dream job. There, she was able to combine her love of caring about people, communicating with people, and making friendships - along with sales! The town and surrounding area, it’s people, and the friends that Michele made, were like an extended family for her. At Michele’s request, no formal gathering will be held. There will be a small family gathering and internment in Bienfait, Saskatchewan. Eden’s Funeral Home – Pincher Creek in charge of arrangements. A division of the Caring Group. Phone: 403-627-3131
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Bellevue Underground Mine grand opening continued from page 8 And from the sounds of it, this is just the beginning... "We are trying to impact the community and be part of the Pass by contributing however we can and attracting visitors to show that this is not a dead place. We have received some grants and will seek more," says Raccah. "We are addressing things. We are putting things in order." Engaging and stimulating youth is a primary focus for the new curator, with particular importance placed on liaising with schools and teaching local youth about their history. "Mining was very important here and most of the people who live in the Pass are related to or are descendants of people who made a living out of mining," says Raccah. "Don't shy away from your ancestry or what your parents have done. You exist today because of them." Beyond the importance mining plays in our local community, Raccah expresses a desire to reestablish that signifi-
cance across the province and even across the country. "We developed much of what is happening in Alberta. That needs to be rediscovered, promoted and enhanced through some of the stories. I want this to become a resource center about the mining industry concerning mining here and how it has contributed to the province and the economy of Canada with the union movement and health and safety. There was a big contribution from the mining industry and people ignore that. Big cities benefited from smaller areas like Crowsnest Pass. We need to recapture our proper place." And as a man from France, Raccah certainly proves that the mining industry has touched each and every one of us, directly or indirectly. “My wife is from Lethbridge. Her grandfather used to train the horses at the mine and her father used to be the bus driver to bring miners from Lethbridge," he says. As executive director, a big aspect of Raccah’s job
is employee management which, in many ways, is an extension of what he specialized and enjoyed throughout his entire career working in leadership development for post-secondary education. Raccah holds a PhD in Ethics and Cultural Anthropology from Laval University and a Master of Business Administration from the Satell Center for Executive Education, Pennsylvania. "It is so important to bring youth on board to catch the vision and help them develop the vision. We want to invest in our community. We want to make our local young adults part of what's happening, whether it's concerning tourism, interpretation, history or future development. Employees are part of what's happening here," says Raccah. Raccah, originally from France, moved to Canada in 1975, “from downtown Paris to downtown Lethbridge,” as he puts it. The globe-trotter – who has visited 96 countries and lived in cities across Canada - chose Crowsnest Pass as his re-
tirement home three years ago, when he purchased a house in town and moved from Calgary with his wife. Although he is still invited to teach at universities and colleges across the world, Raccah officially retired three years ago. In early 2018, the mine installed a new board
consisting of one returning and six new members following a conflict with the previous board. The mine currently employs seven interpreters and last year, saw over 22,000 visitors. The Bellevue Underground Mine has regular operating hours from May to September, but is open throughout the rest of the
year for tours by appointment. The mine hosted a grand opening for the season on Friday, May 11 to introduce Raccah to the public and to celebrate the prospective changes. The mine's website is currently under construction and expected to be accessible by mid-June.
A note of kindness Grade 4 and 5 students from Mrs. Millis’ and Mrs. Koentges’ classes at Isabelle Sellon School participated in the Poem in a Pocket project, where they delivered rolled up parchments with a poem written inside to businesses around Blairmore. Some students wrote their own poems, while others selected one from books. The project was all about sharing poetry and giving something without receiving something in return. Anna Kroupina photo
FRANCIS HOUDA
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1956 - 2018
Mr. Francis Mark Houda of Blairmore, Alberta passed away on May 11, 2018 at the age of 61 years. Francis was born on June 23, 1956 in Blairmore, Alberta to parents, Frank and Marge Houda. He grew to appreciate the beauty of the Crowsnest Pass and had a special love for nature and the outdoors, which defined his passion for hunting and fishing. In his younger years, Francis also enjoyed playing hockey, spending time with his friends but his favorite pastime was swimming at Castle Falls with his son. Francis had both joys and hardships and experienced the good and the bad in life. May he be at peace. He is survived by his son, Nathan Lapointe of Airdrie, AB; his mother, Marjorie (Alex Wells) Houda of Blairmore, AB; his grand-daughter, Jordyn Lapointe-Randell of St-Lawrence, NL; his brother, Randy (Annette) Houda of Edmonton, AB; as well as his nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Francis Melville Houda and his brother, Michael Houda. With respect for the family’s wishes, no Funeral service will be held. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca with donations in memory directed to the World Wildlife Fund of Canada (www.wwf.ca). Fantin's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements. (403) 562-8555.
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