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Canada Day, Coleman Community style

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It was a fantastic turnout at the Canada Day Parade and activities put on by the Coleman Community Society, and while the sky was cloud-covered, the rain held out for most of the day, giving everyone a chance to take part in the festivities to celebrate Canada’s 151st birthday. Pictured above is notorious “rum runner” Fred Bradley, toy gun in hand, cruising along in a Shriner’s car repurposed into a rum running vehicle. This was one of four repurposed vehicles that drove in Crowsnest Historical Society’s float for the parade, two blue police cars and two black rum running cars. The float won first place in the “non-profit” category. See page 2 for more on the repurposed Shriner’s cars.

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The Holy Trinity fundraising committee extend sincere thanks and appreciation to all who supported our 6th Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday June 16. Thanks to our ticket center Copy Magic, Chef Gordon Groat, Kitchen help - Judy, Sharon and Leah. Deb Pagnucco, Real Country Radio, Grant Collins, Crowsnest Pass Golf and Country Club for their generous donation of golf passes, Jack, Dennis, Henry and all the Knights who served, and sold tickets, to Sestra for an enjoyable evening of entertainment, can't wait for next year. Last but not least to our very special supporter Lisa and The Pass Herald for their many donations over the years including this one.You make it possible and add to a great event every year, so thank you for another funfilled and very successful evening.

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~ Cheryl, Bev, John, Scott, Tony and Pat

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Shriner’s cars shine at Canada Day AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter

The 2018 Canada Day parade displayed some fun pizzazz and creative decorations. The Coleman Community Society took a trip down memory lane with a float inspired by the past, present and future of Coleman and its prominent historical figures.

There was the Riversdale canine float, accompanied by their humans. The Cranbrook Bugle Band blew their horns and tapped their drums for a lively tune. There were people on horses, people driving in luxurious antique cars, even people on unicycles that participated in the parade.

And then, causing a bit of a ruckus, there was the Rum Runner Squad of the Crowsnest Historical Society, four miniature repainted, restored and repurposed vehicles from the now-closed Crowsnest Pass Shriners Club.

Two police cars and two rum runner cars, decked out with barrels on the back, put on quite the show recreating a humorous and dramatic side of a Prohibition-era car chase, swerving down the road But while the car chase at the parade depicted a lighter take on crime during Prohibition, its purpose was to create interest in the story and entice people to learn about the true history of the rum running past and the Alberta Provincial Police (APP), which is told at the APP Barracks exhibit at the Crowsnest Museum, as well as promote Crowsnest Pass heritage.

“There were tragic events during Prohibition here, like the shooting of Constable Lawson and it was related to our rum running history,” says Fred Bradley, board member on the Crowsnest Pass Historical Society, refer-

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Pictured above is Chris Matthews, executive director at the Crowsnest Museum and Archives, squeezed into a mini Alberta Provincial Police vehicle. “I had bruises all over my knees,” laughs Matthews. Four repurposed Shriner’s vehicles drove in the Coleman Community Canada Day Parade last weekend as part of the Crowsnest Museum float.

The museum is still looking for donors to repurpose two other vehicles and a bus that, all together, will form the Crowsnest Pass Rum Runner Squad.

ring to the 1922 murder of vehicles have been repur- keep the cars in the comAPP Constable Stephen posed and the Crowsnest munity and seeing them Lawson for which two Pass Historical Society is driving down Coleman people were hanged, rum- looking for sponsorship main street, albeit sportrunner Emilio Picariello and donors to complete ing a rum running barrel on the back instead of a and Florence Lassandro, and continue the project.

The Crowsnest Pass ladder, certainly fulfilled the first and only woman that aspirato be exetion. cuted in AlIn the berta. "We “In a couple of years, I’d like to get it to run, don’t want the point where the bus is painted and able long B r a d l e y to take away to transport the cars to use in other hopes to refrom the secommunities and parades in Southern purpose the riousness of the tragedy, Alberta, and maybe eventually the Calgary entire fleet Stampede Parade.” and include but it’s sort the vehicles of the ro-Fred Bradley in regional manticism of parades and rum running and Prohibition and car Shriners Club donated the even the Calgary Stamchases to get interest into vehicles to the Museum in pede. The ultimate goal, the APP project and the 2016 after the club closed he says, would be to actireal history of rum run- due to dwindling mem- vate a Crowsnest Pass ning during Prohibition." bership and lack of funds, Rum Runner Squad that The new APP Bar- says Ed Strembicki, the would coordinate and attend events. racks exhibit, which last president of the club.

“In a couple of years, In the late 1980s, the launched last summer, tells the true story of the Shriners purchased six fire I’d like to get it to the shooting of Constable trucks, one Corvette and a point where the bus is Lawson, the most infa- Cushman from the Killam painted and able to transmous rum running mur- Shriner’s Club and then port the cars to use in several years later, re- other communities and der in Canadian history.

The Shriners donated ceived a 1951 Prevost parades in Southern Aleight miniature vehicles handicapped bus - one of berta, and maybe eventuand a 1950s bus that can only 150 manufactured ally the Calgary Stampede be used to transport the that year - from the Leth- Parade,” says Bradley. an aspect of mini cars. The Crowsnest bridge Shriner’s Club as a “It’s Crowsnest Pass history Pass Historical Society is donation.

Throughout the years, which also promotes the having the vehicles taken all apart, re-fiberglassed if they drove the mini cars Crowsnest Pass and, there is any damage to the in parades as far as Fort hopefully, if we are able to body, completely stripped Macleod and Lethbridge be supported to take it to of the paint and repainted until their final parade parades throughout the - black for the rum runner about eight or nine years region, it will promote cars and blue for the po- ago, coincidentally a Cole- more interest in our hisman Canada Day Parade. tory and bring visitors to lice cars.

To date, four of the The Shriners wanted to the Crowsnest Pass.”

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In the lIne of fIre Between June 25 to 29, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 28 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

One (1) break and enter (other), one (1) threat/harassment, one (1) theft of motor vehicle, three (3) thefts, one (1) disturbing the peace, two (2) other provincial statutes, two (2) driving complaints, three (3) motor vehicle collisions, two (2) assistance to general public, two (2) lost/found, two (2) assistance to other agencies, five (5) invalid 911 calls, two (2) animal calls, one (1) municipal bylaw.

B&E On June 26 at approximately 3:40 a.m., RCMP received a report of a

break and enter into a commercial business in Coleman. Liquor was stolen.

Challenger hit-and-run On June 26, a hit-andrun occurred to 2017 Dodge Challenger parked on 21 Avenue in Blairmore. The front of the vehicle was damaged.

Stolen chairs On June 28, a red and a blue Muskoka chair valued at $350 were stolen from the deck of a commercial business in Bellevue. The chains, which secured the chairs, were broken.

Stolen ATV On June 29, a side-byside ATV was stolen from a residential area in Hillcrest.

The Simple Raven’s Post

by Avner Perl

Political “taste” is dangerous.

Every creature fights for freedom. It’s a built-in mechanism which a human can’t get rid off. I want something, and I try to get it. I did when I was a baby, and I still do when I am an old man. When I was little, I just screamed, and now I learned that if I want something, I have to give something in return. I also learned that I could give things freely and enjoy things that others give unconditionally. That is more or less the Christian view.

How it is determined what I get and what others receive is a question that only a few can answer. It is related to the way we are governed. A government policy determines the size of the share of the pie by legislating the rules of the game.

Most people assume that governments levy taxes and waste the money. but it doesn’t have to be so. It’s a choice the government makes. We may have a leader who spreads the wealth to most or all people, or we could have leadership that gives the lion’s share to a few. They convince us to vote for them simply by marketing their party well and convincing us that a few are blessed and they will share with the less fortunate.

My children and their generation grew up in an environment that provided a comfortable living for the millions of workers and middle-class people. They are too young to remember the big fights, strikes and marches that led us to the world we have today. The generation following me is looking at us and wondering why they don’t have what we, their parents, did and often sink themselves into debt trying to get things they consider basic needs quickly. Try as they may, they are overall slowly sliding back.

The reason is the inability of most younger people to comprehend how politics influences their lives. They assume that they will be screwed equally by all politicians, so they don’t vote. Those who do vote often go by “taste” or by the popularity of individual candidates. It’s a big mistake you are making, my younger friends, and you may pay for it dearly.

Political parties have one main goal in mind and that is to be in power. Some try to improve the lives of the voting public while others cater to a few who in turn influence a lot of others in various ways. The “choice” position to be in is to keep them guessing since they will give you more before you sign the deal. A community that provides a safe seat for any one party will get less than another which is a swing area. If your community is decisively one party or another, it stands to be punished if your side doesn’t win in the elections. A good example is Calgary losing the CFB garrison that moved to Edmonton some years ago, and Fort MacLeod losing the police college a few years after.

Nobody can prove that this kind of thing happens, but one can make guesses. Elections, especially nowadays, are

~ rCMP news ~

Stolen tools On June 29, tools were stolen from a storage canister located on Grassy Mountain Road in Blairmore.

Located plate On June 29, a licence plate stolen from the Taber area was recovered on a parked vehicle in Bellevue. A male was charged with theft and released on documents to appear in court. He also had outstanding traffic warrants from Edmonton Police.

Stolen machinery On June 29, a snow blower and lawnmower were stolen from a rental property in Hillcrest. The theft occurred during the past month.

Found items A duffel bag was

found in Blairmore.

Vehicle keys were found in Blairmore.

A Vtech phone 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 403-562-2867, or Crimestoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-422TIPS.

unpredictable. Polls prove whatever people wish to read in them and they change fast. One little event can change an election in the last minute if it captures the public’s imagination and sentiments.

I remember talking with an old-timer here, Tino. He met Pierre Trudeau here, I believe around 1971. He told Pierre that the Pass lost the coal mines and now was dwindling to nothing, and Trudeau said he would see what he can do. Tino was not sure how things happened but one after another, things did, and the local economy improved. The Crowsnest Pass didn’t become a ghost town as other places often did. Now we are looking forward to another mine opening and improving our local economy.

I am not a politician nor have I studied much political science, yet I have a gut feeling that people should not place all their eggs in one basket. In my opinion, we should not declare that we are a one-party area, even if some of us are 100 percent sure that we know which party will win the next elections.

Our mine is not going to open immediately and there will be an election before it does. When politicians look at Southern Alberta, they should be seeing the potential for winning seats, both on the left and the right. Instead of being a block of one political persuasion, they should be made to compete for our votes and support projects that are important to us.

Alberta has been a guaranteed center for Conservatism for many years until one day it changed. Now about half of us are open to new suggestions, and all political parties are trying to please us. That is a good thing and let's keep it that way.

The small communities in Alberta live in the shadow of two big cities that may cancel each other out at election time.

Our hope is to be viewed as the potential tiebreakers. For that, we must keep ourselves as possible candidates of both major political forces. A small community should have strong representation, so regardless of who wins, we are seen to have the potential for both parties. They need us on their side and so, they will not punish us for fear of hurting their future chances. Freedom is not a right; it is something that people gain.

This is a link to my blog: thesimpleravenspost. blogspot.ca. Feel free to check other articles and comment.

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MUNICIPALITY OF CROWSNEST PASS NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT LAND USE BYLAW No. 868-2013 The Development Authority of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass recently approved the following development application(s): 1. DP20108-028: Lot 3, Block 2, Plan 4309EW; 5657 – 16 Avenue, Coleman Discretionary Use: Moved-on Dwelling; Setback Variances 2. DP2018-031: SW31-7-3 W5M, Frank; Frank Slide Center Pull-out Discretionary Use: Free-Standing Sign 3. DP2018-028: Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1411556; 8502 – 14 Avenue, Coleman Discretionary Use: Ready to Move (RTM) Dwelling 4. DP2018-034: Lot 21 and 22, Block 23, Plan 6808CU; 8514 – 22 Avenue, Coleman Discretionary Use: Over-size Garden Shed 5. DP2018-037: Lot 2, 3 and 4, Block A, Plan 7134AI; 20550 – 25 Avenue, Bellevue Discretionary Use: Addition to Detached Garage (As-Built); Setback Variances 6. DP2017-091: Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1711995; 11105 – 108 Street, Blairmore Discretionary Use: Secondary Suite, Variances for Waterbody Setbacks Any persons claiming to be adversely affected by the above development may file an appeal in writing by July 18, 2018, to the MUNICIPALITY OF CROWSNEST PASS, SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD, BOX 600, CROWSNEST PASS, ALBERTA T0K 0E0. A fee of $400.00 must be included with the appeal.

The photograph is from the book Trudeau’s Tango by Darryl Raymaker. It shows Pierre Trudeau at a multicultural luncheon in Blairmore in July 1971. The original is from the Galt Museum and Archives.

Lisa Kinnear Development Officer 403-563-2218 lisa.kinnear@crowsnestpass.com

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Editorial and Opinions CoMMunIty pRIde I have a love/hate relationship with Facebook. I love posting photos of my kids so that what little family I have left can be a small part of my life.

But I hate some Facebook posts, most especially those on certain sites that belittle and degrade individuals and groups in the community.

It’s pretty easy to sit behind a computer, sometimes with fake names, and slam the hard work and dedication of others. I wonder how many of these people would actually have the guts to say to someone’s face what they feel empowered to do on social media.

An individual was asking if the NIT train was running this Canada Day weekend. That little train has become iconic in this community. I have photos of my little ones riding that train, with me in the back holding them tight. Instead of getting an answer, a person responded with the following: “Head to Lethbridge or Calgary way more things for the kids.”

From that post, it got heated like it always does on Facebook.

Same reader commented, “Pay high property taxes here and we get the short end of the stick.

We took our little [ones] to Calgary to ride the kids train. Wanted stay local but the activities were dull.”

This comment took me by surprise. I wonder if some people truly understand the majestically beautiful place we are lucky enough to live. This weekend alone, I read on Facebook about a group of hikers climbing Crowsnest Mountain with this fantastic society called Crowsnest Outdoors. They planted a Canadian flag on the top. I read about a family who moved away to return this weekend to climb the iconic Turtle Mountain. I saw kids swimming in our beautiful renovated pool. I saw people hiking 22km one way for a day of fishing.

I saw photos of people attending the fantastic parade and events put on by the Coleman Community Society. I saw people riding, running and hiking on our world-class trails built by UROC. I saw people walking our streets with their umbrellas. People most likely not from this area who came here because you know what? It’s a beautiful mountain community.

My response is the following: Thank you to the Coleman Community Society for putting on a wonderful day of activities.

Thank you to UROC for building exceptional trails. Thank you to Crowsnest Outdoor for showing people the beauty of climbing our mountains.

I try to look past the negative and see all these groups making this place even more special than it once was. It’s these groups and these people who appreciate what he have, not what we don’t have. Yes, there are those who bitch, but quite honestly they would bitch anywhere because that’s probably their nature.

I love it here. I embrace where I am fortunate enough to live. We may not have a ton of traditional city activities that some city folk do, but what we do have, most of us appreciate. It’s called pride on our valley. If you don’t have that, you really have lost sight of the picture. Every day, I wake up in this Garden of Eden and know how blessed I am to live and raise my kids here.

That’s the way I see it.

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Letter’s to the Editor Keep Community Trail non-motorized Dear Editor; Kudos to the Pass Herald for its recent editorial praising the trails at Pass Powderkeg Ski Hill and the hard work of the UROC volunteers. It’s easy to take our incredible trail system for granted and it’s refreshing to hear a municipal councillor acknowledge the value they add to the area.

With the municipality now renting e-bikes, I would like to bring your consideration to the community walking trail.

This trail, particularly the paved stretch from Blairmore to Coleman is well used by residents and visitors who wish to enjoy a run or walk in town away from traffic. I often run along this trail and it’s wonderful to see so many

people using it. The other evening I passed an elderly couple walking a dog, a man and his two young sons learning to ride a bike, other runners and several walkers. It’s not unusual to see women accompanied by young children, dogs and baby strollers.

I understand the municipality is now allowing e-bikes on the community walking trail and is getting around the non-motorized by-law with several specious arguments such as a maximum motor output of 500W. However, the municipality’s own website specifically says this trail is non-motorized. In addition, Bylaw #983 defines Off-Highway Vehicles as “motorcycles and related 2-wheel vehi-

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cles”. How do they define a two-wheel vehicle with an engine capable of speeds up to 32 km/hr?

How soon before electronic dirt bikes are allowed?

Imagine an e-bike coming at someone or trying to pass at 32 km/hour. Imagine someone renting an e-bike for the first time and trying to stop when they suddenly come upon a group of runners, a young mother with a stroller or an elderly person with a dog. Imagine an accident waiting to happen.

Technology is changing and communities are grappling with changing accommodations. There is certainly a demographic that is interested in e-bikes and there is a place for them in our

community. I believe that place is on roads not the community walking trail designated non-motorized. Do the residents who use that path system understand the implication of allowing motorized bikes there? Has the municipality thought this through and are they sure they want to begin allowing modes of transportation on it with engines capable of speeds higher than school zones?

Does council intend to bypass its own bylaws without any public discussion? I urge the municipality to reconsider this decision and continue allowing the nonmotorized public enjoyment of this walkway.

Joni MacFarlane

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Bouquets - Bouquets to the municipal workers who fixed our noisy water pipes. Things didn’t go exactly as planned, but we appreciated their competence and professionalism throughout.

Bouquets - Huge bouquet of flowers to the Coleman Seniors for letting us play whist in their hall while the Bellevue Seniors’ centre was under renovation.

BRICKs - To the person or persons who stole the plants off Main Street Hillcrest. Shame on you! We just wanted our community to look better. We, the volunteers, planted those flowers which were donated to us by the Crowsnest Pass Agricultural Society.

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PPK purchases e-bikes for rental service…

But where do they belong?

AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter

E-bikes have been around for several decades, but it's only in recent years that these convenient electric bicycles powered by a small motor have gained popularity, particularly among outdoor recreationists, people with mobility issues and the elderly population alike.

The Pass Powderkeg Ski Society has recently invested $10,000 to purchase five ebikes, extra parts and accessories as a new recreational service they wouldlike to test for one year. The 2018 RadRover Electric Fat Bikes arrived at the beginning of June 2018 and can now be rented out from the Crowsnest Community Pool.

The Society sees this as an economic development opportunity with twofold benefits, attracting visitors to the area and promoting an active lifestyle.

Joey O'Brien, Manager of Community Services with the municipality, likens the opportunity for Crowsnest Pass to that of the Rocky Mountain Legacy Trail that connects Canmore and Banff, which he says sees 2,000 riders a day and is now a major form of tourism in the area.

“The Community Trail is a fabulous asset that we’re really not taking advantage of to drive economic activity here. Our community trail rivals and, I think, exceeds the Banff-Canmore Legacy Trail because that trail, while it’s beautiful, it’s right next to a highway,” says O’Brien.

“Our trails here, in my opinion, are equally as good or better because they go through the community and actually give you a cultural experience.”

The idea is that the bikes would be rented out by locals and visitors to ride them to restaurants or events and use them as a leisurely mode of transportation or recreation while adventuring around Crowsnest Pass. The bikes would also be used for interpretive guided rides and historical tours and, since they are equipped with fat tires, this makes rentals and programming possible for the winter, as well.

According to O’Brien, ebikes are permitted to ride anywhere a normal bike is allowed - which is in accordance with the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations - including the Community Trail and the network on the Pass Powderkeg Ski Area (PPK).

Looking at the provincial legislation, the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations assign three main characteristics to an e-bike, or a "power-assisted bicycle" as it is called in the document. It is defined as a vehicle that is capable of being propelled by muscular power, and has an electric motor of 500 watts or less and/or has a speed cap of 32 km/h. The law further states that neither a license

nor special insurance or vehicle registration are required to operate them.

Therefore, provincial legislation designates that all roadway regulations that apply to regular bicycles apply to motor-powered bicycles of 500 watts and under.

The municipal e-bikes conform to these standards, obviating the need for the municipality to change operating agreements with private land that some trails cross.

However, there are two main types of electric bicycles on the market, both of which satisfy the criteria to be designated as a “power-assisted bicycle” according to the Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations, but socially, are accepted to varying degrees: the pedal-assist and throttle, with models under 500 watts in both types. Pedal assist bikes have a motor that is activated when you pedal, thereby making pedaling easier. E-bikes with a hand throttle, although they can be used as a pedal-throttle combination, do not require pedaling from a rider to move.

The RadRover Electric Fat Bikes purchased by the Ski Society are equipped with a throttle. According to the Seattle-based Rad Power Bikes, this means that a rider can accelerate the bike without pedaling, although still under the limitation of a speed cap of 32 km/h.

According to O’Brien, the municipality is working to have this feature removed.

There are certainly community members who support e-bikes on Crowsnest Pass Trails, even local mountain bikers.

However, some trail user groups question the appropriateness for a throttlestyle e-bike - which the municipal bikes are at this time - to be permitted on municipal trails, likening it to be more akin to a motorized vehicle than a muscle-powered bicycle.

Furthermore, as it stands, the municipal website calls the Community Trail systems “non-motorized.” The municipal OffHighway Vehicle Bylaw defines an off-highway vehicle as “any other means of transportation that is propelled by any power other than muscular power or wind,” but has a clause that excludes “miniature vehicles, including but not limited to go carts, golf carts, pocket bikes, riding lawn mowers, scooters, and mopeds."

So where the e-bike falls into the equation is an ambiguous matter for the municipality at this time, as it is for many neighbouring communities.

Mayor Blair Painter says that Council will be discussing e-bike use in the municipality and looking at what, if any, changes are required to policies or bylaws.

However, some residents and community groups worry that the ebikes are decidedly out of place on municipal trails and that the Ski Society has jumped the gun in purchasing the e-bikes without consulting with all user groups using the trails right now and without ensuring that the municipality has clear bylaws in effect.

The municipality did consult with UROC several times, but Fairhurst says the community as a whole should be included, not just the mountain biking group.

Joni MacFarlane is a Crowsnest Pass local and regular user of the Community Trail and doesn’t feel that it’s an appropriate place to allow e-bikes. She has concerns about safety and the discrepancy within the bylaws.

“The community trail is not very wide and it is way easier for a regular bike to veer off or stop if they have to. E-bikes, because of their weight, are harder to control and not as easy to maneuver,” she says. “Because of their weight, they are way slower to stop and there would be a harder impact if you were hit."

If e-bikes were to be allowed on the Community Trail, MacFarlane says she would like to see the municipality adjust its bylaws and post proper signage like speed limits and trail designations.

See page 4 for MacFarlane’s Letter to the Editor about her thoughts on ebikes.

The United Riders of Crowsnest (UROC) are a non-profit group of avid mountain bikers who have an operating agreement with the municipality for trail building and maintenance for the PPK trail network.

Andrew Fairhurst, president of UROC, says that while UROC is neither for nor against the use of e-bikes, they feel that proper due diligence has not been done on the municipality’s part.

“UROC is neither for nor against e-bikes, but wants to be part of a community that respects all trail users and their individual needs with bylaws, policy and procedures in place,” says Fairhurst.

Even once proper legal documents are amended to reflect the allowance of ebikes, Fairhurst says the municipality needs to be mindful of the user experience of all those who use the trails.

“While we primarily represent mountain bikers, introducing motorized vehicles to those other trail users could take away from the user experience expectations that they have,” he says. “We recognize that there is place for, and a demographic attracted to the use of e-bikes,

and if that's going to get people outside and being active, we're all for that, but there is a user experience expectation that all trail users have when they are on a Pass Powderkeg trail. Right now, it's non-motorized and if we introduce e-bikes, then that user experience is going to change.”

Fairhurst says he would like to see the municipality engage in public consultation and provide an opportunity for all user groups to give input, and amend bylaws to defining a motorized vehicle, which would then inform a standardized policy and appropriate signage.

“You're introducing a new form of trail usership which has the potential for conflict," he says. “There need to be policies in place to recognize that there is a need to have these places to ride, but there is also a need to respect these other users, trail runners, joggers, mountain bikers, dog walkers, families walking, that aren't' expecting to have that sort of encounter.”

According to Mayor Painter, it is likely there will be an opportunity for public feedback in the form of an electronic or paper survey, but he was unable to provide more details as Council has not yet discussed the matter.

Residents are also welcome to write a letter to the municipality, which would be addressed at a Council meeting.

Neighbouring and similar municipalities have experienced a similar ambiguity where e-bikes are concerned.

The Fernie Trail Alliance says they consider e-bikes a gray area and, according to Julie Kelly with the FTA, are awaiting further legislation to inform their own policies.

“The government is coming out with a policy in the next month. Once that is in place we will contact our land owners to see if they want to follow suit with the policy,” she says.

In Waterton Lakes National Park, power assisted bicycles are allowed on roads only, but are an area of ambiguous status there, as well.

"Visitors can use power assisted bicycles on roads in Waterton Lakes National Park, as is applicable with provincial road laws. It is important to note that power assisted bicycles are not allowed on trails in Waterton Lakes National Park. Parks Canada is currently reviewing regulations and how they pertain to power assisted bicycles to determine an official strategy. More information on power assisted bikes in Parks Canada places will be available in due course,” indicated an email statement from Waterton

Lakes National Park.

In Canmore, pedal-assist bicycles are permitted on multi-use trails, but throttle electric bikes are not.

The North Star Rails to Trails group that manages the trail from Cranbrook and Kimberley has taken a more lenient approach with regards to e-bikes.

“We try to limit ‘enforcement’ and trust everybody follows the rules. Our rules say no motorized vehicles.

Are e-bikes motorized?

What is the definition of motorized? We typically don't worry about them and generally say motorized is gaspowered. That way persons can use electric scooters, wheelchairs etc,” indicated the society in an email statement.

The Kimberley Nature Park Society echoed that statement, saying, “We do not have a formal position on e-bikes, so for now at least, they are permitted in the Park.”

Like most new innovations or concepts, both controversy and ambiguity surround e-bike use, especially now, in its early stages of gaining popularity. However, as Mayor Painter points out, e-bikes are here to stay... it’s just a matter of having the proper legislation in place to manage their use.

“That industry is just going to grow,” he says. “It's time that we had policies in place that we deal with it.”

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THANK YOU Horace Allen Peak to Prairie Outdoor Classroom Project would like to thank the following people and groups for helping to make the Festival on the Field Fundraiser held Monday, June 25th a huge success!

Mountain Misses & Friends for the wonderful music IGA Courtney - Real Country Pass Herald Alberta Agriculture & Forestry Blairmore Office Coleman Lions Megan Evans – Bee Boxes Jody Campbell - Color Crazy Body Art Bellecrest Association ATCO Horace Allen School Council Chris’s Restaurant Davis Dodge Yoga Fusion - Jasmine Bighorn Construction Pass Pool CNP Public Art Gallery KaoKao21 Special thanks to All Silent Auction contributors, All Horace Allen Staff and All HAS Families and community for supporting the windy and wonderful event that it was with music, food, prizes and people of all ages!

Horace Allen Outdoor Classroom Project!

HAS fundraiser Horace Allen School (HAS) held a "Festival on the Field" fundraiser on June 25, part of their efforts to raise $100,000 to build nature outdoor learning environment in the field on the south side of the school. So far, they have raised approximately $20,000 and hope to hold more fundraisers in the future. “In spite of the incredible wind, the evening was awesome! So many families came and all enjoyed the music, food, and the auction and activities. So many volunteers and community friends made it happen,” says teacher and Outdoor Learning Environment committee member Lesley Margetak.

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Rail Load Out I hope you all had a Claire Rogers fabulous long weekend and enjoyed the Canada Day festivities. We had a blast putting together our Riversdale Pet Parade float!

This week I thought I’d list some common questions regarding the rail load out as it remains a common area of interest for many community members, being the most visible piece of the proposed mine. The information below is on our website too. As I mentioned in a previous column, we will be holding another information booth in the next month or so focused on the load out. You’ll also be able to find us at the Crowsnest Community Market every second week this summer.

How long is the train?

2.5 km long What is the train capacity?

Approximately 16,000 tonnes per train.

How many rail cars per train?

152 coal cars How many trains per week?

We project there will be five to six trains per week at full production.

How long will it take to load the train?

Approximately 8 hours Claire will be writing a bi-weekly column talking about what’s ‘on the go’ with Riversdale and answering FAQs. Have a question?

Make all-terrain travel all good AHS

If you’re an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) driver, it’s hard to resist the allure of exploring backcountry trails during the summer. These tips will help newbies and trail veterans alike navigate the ins and outs of ATV safety.

Age limits Some exceptions apply, but the minimum age by law for operating off-highway vehicles is 14 years. The AHS recommended age is 16.

Know the risks When not used safely, ATV risks include • Scrapes and cuts - Strains and sprains - Broken bones - Dislocated joints - Bruising - Concussions and head injuries - Internal injuries Safety tips • Choose an ATV that’s right for your size to reduce a chance of rollover or serious injury.

• Wear protective equipment such as an approved ATV helmet, eyewear and gloves.

• Wear pants, long sleeves and boots to prevent cuts and scrapes.

• Ride during daylight hours, at a safe speed, with other people around.

• Carry a first-aid kit with each vehicle.

• Don’t drive while or after using alcohol or other drugs.

• Take a certification course through the Alberta Safety Council.

Visit myhealth.alberta.ca and search for ATV safety.

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Jason Cox Jason Cox, one of two indispensible staff members working at the bike shop in town, grew up with two siblings, a mom who was a kindergarten teacher, and a dad who worked in construction. Jason got his first bicycle at age 5 and began mountain biking at age 14. He grew up in the outdoors, exploring the bush, camping, and doing what all mountain kids do. But biking always came first. It's an activity he calls “refreshing, relaxing, life-enhancing, and an activity that really teaches you how to focus.”

Bike World Cox describes himself as being energetic and caring, while his co-worker would add “hard-working” and “witty.” He says that among the most enthusiastic biking countries in the world are France, the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. He says that the latter is literally “erupting” in bike interest.

Travel-wise, Jason has travelled to Whistler in Southern B.C., to Yellowstone, and to Thailand. In the future, he hopes to visit the Mayan sites in Mexico. In his view, Fernie and the Pass are two of the greatest places in which to bike, along with Golden, B.C. Jason's girlfriend, whom he intends to marry down the road, rides intermittently with him. Naturally, he vows that the first things he will buy his kids, when he has them, will be bikes!

Having attended the University of Applied Justice Studies, where he obtained a BA, Jason had originally planned to be either an RCMP officer, or a professional conservationist. In secondary school, he most enjoyed mathematics and gym classes. He also played the flute, loves country music, and dabbled in construction in order to lend a hand to his dad with small-scale projects. It is no wonder his granddad was his role model. Jason describes him as being determined and so handy that “he could fix anything.” In the store, he works as an experienced bike mechanic.

As for favourite films, at the top of the list are “Follow Me” (a mockumentary-style comedy) and “Inside Out” (a Disney film).

Bike Evolution In the future, Jason predicts the widespread use of pedal-assisted e-bikes.

This would allow oldsters, youngsters, and disabled individuals to be active in the sport. He, himself, gets about 150 kilometres under his belt per month and says that 15 kilometres per day will generally keep you in good shape.

In terms of role models, Cox greatly looks up to the likes of Leonardo DaVinci (as do we all), as well as to Sam Hill, a World Cup bike racer. Generally, Cox enjoys sports and makes sure he keeps physically very active, finding sports activity inspiring. He actually won the Canada Cup downhill race six years ago.

Furthermore, Jason would like biking regulations to make it safer wherever bikers may go. He would also like to see fewer people on any one trail at any one time. This would make it not only safer, but a more intense experience in our unbeatable natural surroundings.

Approximately 5,000 people will be in town this upcoming weekend to race, or to support and cheer on the athletes competing in the Sinister 7 Ultramarthon.

To allow businesses to capitalize on the crowds and show off Crowsnest Pass, a spin-off festival to the annual race will be debuting this year, the Sin Fest.

“There's so many people in town that weekend so we wanted the community to really benefit from that, especially the small business owners,” says assistant race director Kelsey Cox. With Sinister 7 race attracting racers from all over the world, as far as Japan, Australia and Germany, Cox says it’s an opportunity for local businesses to expand their client base and display their offerings to a new crowd.

"It's a really good opportunity to get more exposure and on an international level, not just a local level,” she says.

According to data collected by Sinister Sports president Brian Gallant in 2017, the Sinister 7 Ultramarathon brings in an average group size of three people staying in and around Crowsnest Pass for an average of 3.25 days.

With 1,600 runners participating in the race itself and additional support crew, friends and family, that brings the total number of visitors to 4,800 people.

With roughly twothirds of these visitors acting in supportive and auxiliary roles to the racers, they are looking for things to do in between meeting their racers at Transition Areas.

“If you're a support crew for someone, there are hours in between racers coming into the Transition Areas, so we have all these families sitting around not sure what to do. This will hopefully give them something to do. And also, for racers only running one leg, what are they going to do before and after?” says Cox. Sinister 7 can be raced in a team of up to

seven people, or solo.

Cox has been working with local businesses and non-profit organizations to promote their activities for that weekend, and she hopes that both locals and visitors participate in some of the events taking place.

The Pass Powderkeg Ski Area (PPK) will act as the base camp for the festival, where you can find a schedule of events and CNP Adventure Advisor Anna Koevoet with activity recommendations.

And since the route for Leg 3 runs right past the ski lodge, it's also a great spot to enjoy a beer and cheer on the runners.

Uplift Adventures will have several hikes and tours scheduled, including a sunset hike up Wedge Mountain. The Frank Slide Interpretive Centre will have some workshops about the history and wildlife in Crowsnest Pass.

A local restaurant will have an eating contest (yes, you read that right!). Whoever is the first to eat one full meat pie, one full fruit pie and a pickled egg is crowned the winner.

Sincere thanks to everyone who helped make our 2018 Crowsnest Pass Health Foundation Golf Tournament in memory of Kathy Allsop a success: Teck Janne Aikins A&B Liquor Store Art Ellwein Servus Credit Union Kathy & Dick Koentges Crowsnest Medical Clinic Turtle Mountain Pharmacy Westcastle Motors Crow Works Engraving & Signs Ltd. Castle Ford Crowsnest Pass Golf Course Davis Dodge Kanata Crowsnest Dental (Able Dental Group) Chris’ Restaurant Investors Group Greg’s Liquor & Cold Beer Coleman Legion Pass Beverages Crowsnest Insurance Agencies Charley Biggs Chicken Blairmore Lions Club CNP Waste Disposal Ltd. Blueline Oilfield Rentals Lethbridge Casino Coleman Remedy’s Rx Crowsnest Angler Spray Lakes Sawmills The Old Dairy Ice Cream Shoppe Coleman Lions Club 5-River Pizza Randy Rinaldi Welding Ltd. Allied True Hardware Mountain Ink IGA Vyk Harnett – CNPTech Bamboo Bistro/Black Rock Pizza Burmis Bed & Bales Valerie Danielson Professional Corp.

Drain Brothers Construction Ltd. Karen Taminga-Paton Dr. Allan Garbutt Professional Corp.

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Charlotte Guild Sinistra Salon Joanne Liddell John Pundyk, Royal LePage Artist’s Touch Rocky Mountain Optometry Pharmasave Stone’s Throw Café Brian & Bonnie Linderman North & Company LLP The Health Hub Morency Plumbing & Heating Ltd. H & L Woodcraft Nestor & Willie Chorney Wildlife Art Gallery Highwood Distilleries The Rum Runner Trotz Brothers Holdings Ltd. Summit Home Center Oldman River Brewery Monat – Becky Rinaldi Crowsnest Convenience Thank you to the golfers who joined us for the day and a special thank you to all the volunteers who helped out. Also, thanks to the CNP Golf and Country Club and the club house for the great meal.

See you in June 2019!!

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Mr. Warren Darren Krish, beloved son of Marie Krish of Lethbridge, AB passed away in Cranbrook, BC on June 21, 2018 at the age of 56 years. Warren was born in Coleman, AB on August 9, 1961.

The proud parents Walter and Marie Krish, along with his brothers, were raised to appreciate family, friends, and the simple pleasures of life. He will be remembered and greatly missed by all who knew him.

Warren loved cooking, hunting, fishing and hiking, along with many other activities.

He is survived by his mother Marie Krish, his brothers: Curtis (Helen), Walter (Sharon), Duwain (Myrna), Darcey, Jamie and Donald. A special “thank you” to good friends Brenda “Pearl” and Dewy Reay and family for helping Warren through difficult times.

Warren was predeceased by his father Walter Roy Krish and his brothers Roy Brian and Colin James.

A Graveside Service will be held at a later date. Memories and condolences can be left for the family at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Service Ltd.

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12 – CROWSNEST PaSS hERaLd – Wednesday, July 4, 2018

New recreation at York Creek Lodge: greenhouse and budgies AnnA KroupinA Pass Herald Reporter

The wind outside created chilly weather that could rattle bones. But inside the new greenhouse at the York Creek Lodge courtyard, it was surprisingly calm, warm and, surrounded by fresh plants, invigorating.

The greenhouse is a new installment at the lodge, but it’s something that Annie Lok, Chief Administrative Officer at the lodge, has wanted to see come to life for a while.

“I wanted to create a nice space for the resi-

dents. It’s something where they could come out and enjoy away from the wind. They love it in here. They can sit here and just be in a quiet place, but outdoors,” she says.

Plants, herbs and flowers line the perimeter of the greenhouse, like peas, tomatoes, beans, beets, strawberries, herbs.

“Staff built the planters at this height so that residents don’t need to bend over if they want to do some weeding or planting,” says Lok. Construction on the

deck started in April 2018 and became accessible to residents at the beginning of June. Lok says they decided to place the greenhouse on a deck to make transportation easier once the new facility in Coleman is ready for moving in.

To complete the greenhouse, the lodge still wants to install a selfwatering system and put in more furniture to allow residents to sit and spend some time in the greenhouse.

The lodge received $8,000 from the New

Left photo: Bonnie and Clyde, the two yellow and green budgies, and Romeo and Juliet, the two blue and white, sit perched in a foyer at the York Creek Lodge. The budgies were recently adopted by the lodge to engage residents and add a bit of bird chirps in the halls.

A seating area surrounds the budgies, where residents can sit and enjoy watching and listening to the birds. Photo by Anna Kroupina Right photo: Lodge resident Ann Paulsen takes a stroll out to the new greenhouse located in the back courtyard. Photo by Annie Lok

Horizons Seniors Program to fund the project and also received donations from the community and volunteer hours to put the project together.

Another new attraction at the lodge are Romeo, Juliet, Bonnie and Clyde – the two male and two female budgies that the lodge adopted last month.

A competition was held where residents

voted on what to name the quartet, resulting in the reference to two of the world’s most infamous couples.

“A lot of the residents that don’t usually come out and spend a lot of time in the common areas, we saw them coming out and staying longer around the budgie area,” says Lok. “They were listening to the birds, which is nice, relaxing and engaging,” says

Lok. The greenhouse and budgies are another aspect of adding something new to the lodge, says Lok, and adds that she is always trying to think of new ways to inspire and indulge the residents. The lodge is currently working on setting up a program with Parent Link where students could visit with residents and simply interact with them.

First market The first Crowsnest Community Market of the summer launched last Thursday, June 28 at the Blairmore Gazebo Park. Vendors offered something for everyone, whether you were interested in hand-crafted decorations, clothing, food, veggies or something to occupy the kids. Lani Folkard provided musical entertainment for the evening. The market runs each Thursday between 4 and 8 p.m. at the Gazebo Park.

Anna Kroupina photos