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M.Arty’s Market celebrates 10 years The M.Arty’s market was held on Friday October 25th and Saturday October 26th. The market gave residents the chance to purchase handcrafted products made by locals. The market has served as a fundraiser for the art gallery over the last 10 years and continues to be a big success.

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InvItatIon to all

Gospel services as Jesus TaughT in The king James bible Wednesdays at 7:30pm Hillcrest Fish & Game Hall October 9, 16, 23 & 30

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Thank You On behalf of Carmela Ianni’s family who passed away on July 18, 2019, we would like to thank those who sent cards, flowers., food, phone calls and those who stopped by to express their sympathys during our difficult time. ~ The Ianni Family

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new perfoming arts group starts Red Ravens Performing Artists Society ready to begin entertaining DAvID SELLES Pass Herald Reporter

A new performing artists society (PAS) is ready to begin entertaining the Crowsnest Pass.

The Red Ravens PAS were formed in August of this year and have been planning multiple fundraisers and productions for people to enjoy.

President of the Red Ravens, Lisa Hazlett, says they will provide the community with many different engaging performances.

“Predominantly we are wanting to entertain and bring joy to the community with any type of performance.. Whether it's musicals, pantomimes, plays or comedy.”

The Red Ravens first performance will be supporting the Holy Trinity Fundraising Committee and the Crowsnest Pass Health Foundation with Hollywood comes to the Mountains on December 7th.

Hazlett says the evening will include live performances by local artists as a tribute to musicians who have stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame or are members of the Grand Ole Opry.

“There are a handful of us along with some local musicians that will be part of this fundraiser.

It's more the actual music

side of things than the musical side of it. We’ll have Barbra Streisand, Dolly Parton, Cher, Nancy Sinatra, Tina Turner, Elvis and more.

We'll also be doing little comedy sketches in between.”

Hazlett also says the society will be putting their own comedic spin on These Boots are Made for Walking.

Tickets for the fundraiser can be purchased at Copy Magic and Servus Credit Union.

The fundraising side of what the Red Ravens do was something very important to both Hazlett and Vice President Alison Sandilands.

“It was important for us to give back to the community who's been so supportive of us and what we've tried to do. It was important to Lisa and myself we both pay it forward,” said Sandilands.

The fundraising efforts that Red Ravens are a part of is one of the reasons the Society is set up the way it is as well.

“That's one of the reasons we have a full board.

We want people to know that the decisions that are made are made for the best of the community not just for profit,” said Hazlett.

Hazlett says a local charity will be named at each Red Raven production and that items will be auctioned off with the proceeds going to those charities.

The Red Ravens also do other production work

doing is very much a combination of different styles of performance including music, songs, slapstick and comedy, which is one of the reasons we thought it would be fun to do because panto is all about making

“It was important for us to give back to the community who's been so supportive of us and what we've tried to do. It was important to Lisa and myself we both pay it forward”.

- Alison Sandilands ? Vice President, Red Ravens

as well.

Another production the society is currently working on is Treasure Island.

The production will be a British-style pantomime.

According to Hazlett, a panto combines fairy tales or folklore with a good sprinkling of laughter and fun for all ages.

In England panto is traditional as a multigenerational outing every year around Christmas.

For the Red Ravens, their first panto will be ready for February 14th16th.

Hazlett says the performance will feature many different styles of entertainment.

“The panto that we're

people laugh.”

Hazlett says the panto is designed to keep everyone entertained.

“The panto is aimed at children but it's also aimed at keeping the parents entertained. It's an opportunity for the community to go out with their children and have just as much fun as they are.

Tickets for this production will be on sale starting November 29th at the Christmas market with Christmas in the Mountains and at Servus Credit Union.

If anyone wants to know more about what the Red Ravens do, they can visit their Facebook page @RedRavensPAS or by email at info@RedRavensPas.com.

20 Years of Pumpkins in the Park DAvID SELLES Pass Herald Reporter

The Coleman Community Society is gearing up for the 20th annual Pumpkins in the Park event on November 1st.

The annual event has been a hit in the community over the years and President of the Coleman Community Society, Jane Ann Reimer, is hoping for a turnout similar to last years.

“Last year we had over 300 pumpkins and at least that many people as well. We're hoping for similar numbers this year as long as the weather is reasonable.”

Treasurer for the CCS, Francine Kilgannon, says in all the years the event has occurred, there’s only been one year cancelled due to poor weather conditions.

“This is our 20th year. In all that time we've only had to cancel once and that was two years ago due to snow.”

The evening will allow families to walk the Miner’s Path in Coleman while viewing all the donated pumpkins lit by small tea lights.

Reimer says the event is a good way for people to get out and enjoy the community.

“It's fun and it gives the community a chance to come out and visit and see people's artwork.”

The 859 Crowsnest/Pincher Creek Squadron of Royal Canadian Air Cadets will be walking the path as well and will ensure the lights stay lit for people’s enjoyment.

There will be coffee and hot chocolate in the shelter for people who come out to enjoy the walk and there will also be glow sticks available for kids.

The public is urged to dress warmly and to wear appropriate footwear as well as bring flashlights to ensure full enjoyment of the walk.

The food bank will also be there and residents are encouraged to bring a donation.

After the evening is over, the pumpkins will go to feed livestock.

Reimer says anyone who is interested in donating a pumpkin can bring them to one of a few different locations.

“We ask people to save your Jack-O-Lanterns and take them to one of our locations or down to the beginning of the Miners Path.”

Pumpkins can be dropped off at the Bellevue and Hillcrest Post Offices, Morency Plumbing and Heating and Nippon in Blairmore prior to 3pm November 1st and at the Miner’s Path entrance at Flumerfelt Park.

Anyone interested in volunteering for the event can contact Jane Ann at 403-563-0265.

Wednesday, October 30, 2019 - Crowsnest PAss herAlD - 3

In the lIne of fIre Between October 21 and October 28, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 67 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

Three (3) assaults, one (1) break and enter (other), three (3) threats/harassments, two (2) mischief (vandalism), one (1) theft of a motor vehicle, two (2) thefts, two (2) disturbing the peace, five (5) other criminal codes, five (5) other provincial statutes, eight (8) driving complaints, six (6) motor vehicle collisions, three (3) assistance to general public, three (3) suspicious occurrences, two (2) lost and found, one (1) abandoned vehicle, five (5) assistance to other agencies and one (1) municipal bylaw.

Break and Enter On October 20th, 2019, there was a complaint of a break and enter to a garage on 208 Street in Bellevue. Tools, multiple saws and a generator

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were stolen from the garage.

parked on Tecumseh Road west of Coleman.

Suspicious Persons On October 21st, 2019, RCMP received a complaint of suspicious persons on property in the Frank Industrial Park.

A 57-year-old male and 45-year-old female were located and charged under the Petty Trespass Act.

Break and enter On October 24th, 2019, RCMP received a complaint of batteries being stolen after a break in of a recreation trailer parked in Frank.

Stranded Person/Vehicle On October 23rd, 2019, there was a complaint of a stranded male in a vehicle near Racehorse Creek. Patrol was made and the male was located in a stolen vehicle from Calgary. A 49-yearold male from Calgary was arrested for possession of stolen property and released on documents for Pincher Creek Court.

Theft On October 24th, 2019, there was a complaint of theft of a bumper and winch from a truck

Theft On October 24th, 2019, there was a complaint of theft of a 2015 dump utility trailer from a construction site parked near Lundbreck.

Vandalism On October 26th, 2019, there was a complaint of smashed windows to a truck parked on 17 Avenue in Coleman.

Theft On October 27th, 2019, RCMP received a complaint of theft of a 2003 Bobcat from property on 27 Avenue in Bellevue.

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The Simple Raven’s Post

by Avner Perl

Canada 2019 Version I have an internet friend in Norway and he is always curious about Canada and specifically Alberta. We have a lot of similarities. Now he is puzzled by our election results. “We drove a hard bargain with our oil companies,” he says, and we have a Heritage fund of $1.3 trillion while you guys don’t even have one representative in your country’s government. Your provincial government is going to increase your taxes, cut services and make you all upset, he predicts. Fewer people will afford education, Health care and infrastructure will be reduced and people will run away to other provinces.

I had no idea the Bloc Quebecois has so many members in Parliament. It’s bigger than the NDP! That’s very interesting!

I try to defend my country by describing our political history.

Canadians often vote by region. The feeling is that Ontario is taking advantage of other areas as colonial powers used to do. Quebec is always afraid that the English will force them to assimilate and disappear as a distinctive society. After all, we did it to First Nations. Very often people will vote a party to Ottawa that is opposite to the Provincial Party, to balance each other. Regions are worried that the “others” will take more than they give. They are suspicious that the others will share what “we have” but will keep what they have. Overall, most Canadians are the same on the lower levels. The more affluent, often from outside are competing with each other for domination and the poor are lead by envy and protectionism. That is why it is rare for most Canadians to vote for any single aspect that should be important to all of them.

This time it’s a little different. The greatest number of Canadians voted to prevent Global Warming, leaving the centre-west who has oil alienated. That oil is produced now with less pollution than it used to be, but oil from other countries is giving it a bad reputation. The West is alienated and by voting ourselves out of the halls of power has no-one to argue our case where it counts. I would much prefer if the Federal Government would cut oil imports to Canada and leave Canadians to use our own oil for as long as we still use oil. It will provide the means to build clean energy infrastructure.

It will be easy to keep Quebecers in since most of them want the same as the rest of us plus guarantees that we will not anglicize them. Their other major concern is to remain secular. At one time they were oppressed by the rich and powerful including the church and they fear religion. We must show them that we can have re-

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ligious people living happily with secular people and not pressuring anyone to join them. It’s difficult when most religions have a mission to evangelize. Perhaps instead of going after religious symbols, we should legislate a stop to evangelization efforts. Live your life within the law but believe in the God of your own choice.

In the seventies, I purchased a book about Federalism by a little-known professor named Pierre Trudeau. It is on the shelf, there… If you break the country up into ever small components you are doomed, he said. You must work from the inside and he did. The West hated Pierre Trudeau first for bilingualism and later for forcing us to share our oil revenues with the rest of Canada. That hate was transferred to his son, our present Prime Minister.

What the world is short of are good leaders. Canada is no exception. The good leaders are tempted to work for themselves. Those who enter politics often do so expecting power to benefit them and their friends in high places.

I don’t care about oil going through Quebec only about Quebec and Ontario using our oil for as long as we need oil. We should use what we need while aggressively tapering it down. Alberta will still be a very good place even without oil.

Also, l don’t buy secularism being a good excuse to discriminate against minorities.

The arguments for separatism by Quebec and the West are lame. We would gain nothing from separation. Our best bet for the future is to develop all of Canada and make it as self-sufficient as we can. The world needs to see that working together is possible and beneficial.

Our predecessors built a good base. We have a much better system than our neighbours and our people are miles ahead in terms of living together peacefully.

We may not be the best place to invest or make fortunes, but we have all that we need to keep our population healthy, well-fed and warm.

Our problem is that we are convinced that we need smart and rich people from business to organize since governments will not do the smartest or most efficient job. I don’t even know if we have any money left in our Heritage Fund. I would venture that where we should expand efforts is to investigate corruption and legislate ways to control it.

We could learn from countries like India what not to do and from countries like Norway what we should do. If I was a leader, I would set up a task force to study that problem. India is not all corrupt, Norway is not perfect but Canada can learn from both.

The first step is to convince enough people that the market is not always right, that extreme socialism doesn’t work, that dictatorships and absolute monarchies fail people, and that there should be a Canadian way that can and would. As separated as we look outwards now, we have never been more united.

It doesn’t matter how we slice the pie, the last elections clearly show that we have a united goal with large support from every region of this huge country. Canadians at large are less concerned about immediate comfort and more about the future of our children.

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

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Council Briefs DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

The following topics were discussed during the October 22nd Council meeting.

Municipal Strategic Plan Council spent part of the meeting finalizing and approving the Municipal Strategic Plan. The process was started in August of 2018 when Council directed Administration that they wished to undertake completing a plan. Administration

engaged in eight strategic planning sessions over the past year and the last session was spent prioritizing different goals and strategies and also included ensuring everyone could support the plan. The process has now been completed and adopted by council. With the adoption from council, Administration will now begin to share the plan as well as determine possible initiatives and actions for each strategy within the plan. The

strategic plan will also be pivotal in evaluating which Budget 2020 initiatives are recommended.

Montem Resources Councillor Sygutek told council that she has had people come to her asking about certain areas of back country being blocked off with no trespassing signs. Due to council not knowing all that Montem is currently doing in the area, Councillor Sygutek asked for a formal request that Montem Resources comes to council and give a full presentation on what

they're doing, what they're shutting down and what the plans are.

“It's in our community and we have a right to know what's going on.”

Councillor Sygutek made a motion asking for Montem Resources to come and give a presentation to council as soon as possible to provide council more information on the work that is being done and the motion was carried.

Downtown Coleman Councillor Ward told council that there has

Ski hill Society changes governance Press Release

The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass owns the Pass Powderkeg Ski Hill in Blairmore. Currently, the Ski Hill is operated through an operating agreement with the Pass Powderkeg (PPK) Ski Society. The Society voted at their September 26, 2019 Society Meeting to change their governance structure, transitioning away from being an operating board.

This change would take effect on November 1, 2019 in advance of the 2019/2020 Ski Season.

The Municipality and the Society have had ongoing dialogue on their structure and are both in agreement that this change would be mutually beneficial. The Municipality received correspondence from the Society on October 3, 2019 indicating that they wish to pursue an

early termination of the operating agreement and move to a new structure where they will continue to provide service to the Ski Hill as an advisory board.

The Society writes that: The Society believes that the operating agreement no longer actually describes our actual working contribution to the ski hill given that the operation of the facility has significantly grown in

complexity since the time the agreement was made.

Discrepancy has resulted in role confusion and unclear organizational authority structure. We believe the facility will be better served by its formalized integration into the Municipality’s administration structure as a standalone recreational facility.

The society doesn’t wish to sever its relationship to the ski hill or the Municipality,

been some confusion with parking at the post office. Council discussed ways to make the public aware of where they can park at the post office.

Councillor Sygutek also mentioned that there was a point in time where a young child and a parent were walking on the side walk when a vehicle pulled up to park and was fairly close to hitting them. There was also another incident where a truck tried to get around some of the construction and ended up getting stuck in a flower bed.

After all of the discus-

sion, council decided that at this point in time, it's important for the public to realize that the work isn't finished and certain parts of the project are still needing to be completed including line painting for marking parking spots. The parking in front of the post office is designed for parallel parking and lines will be painted there when the weather cooperates. Some concrete work is still needing to be completed as well and the projected completion date for the project is November 15th.

in fact, we wish to increase our contribution to the facility [in this new advisory role] At the October 22, 2019 Council Meeting, Council discussed and agreed to the early termination request from the Society.

Therefore, on November 1, 2019 the Municipality will assume operation of the ski hill in a similar manner as our other recreational facilities like the Crowsnest Complex and MDM Community Centre and the Society

will be transiting into a new capacity to support the success of the hill.

There will be no change to current and proposed 2019/2020 staffing levels or to the operational plans for the year. The Ski Hill Manager, seasonal and term employees that are in place will remain in their roles.

The Municipality wishes to thank the society for their dedicated service to the hill over the years, and we look forward to working with them in this new capacity.

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On November 7th, 1920, in strictest secrecy, four unidentified British bodies were exhumed from temporary battlefield cemeteries at Ypres, Arras, the Asine and the Somme.

None of the soldiers who did the digging were told why.

The bodies were taken by field ambulance to GHQ at St-Pol-Sur-Ter Noise. Once there, the bodies were draped with the union flag.

Sentries were posted and Brigadier-General Wyatt and a Colonel Gell selected one body at random. The other three were reburied.

A French Honour Guard was selected and stood by the coffin overnight of the chosen soldier overnight.

On the morning of the 8th November, a specially designed coffin made of oak from the grounds of Hampton Court arrived and the Unknown Warrior was placed inside.

On top was placed a crusaders sword and a shield on which was in-

scribed: "A British Warrior who fell in the GREAT WAR 1914-1918 for King and Country".

On the 9th of November, the Unknown Warrior was taken by horse-drawn carriage through Guards of Honour and the sound of tolling bells and bugle calls to the quayside.

There, he was saluted

by Marechal Foche and loaded onto HMS Vernon bound for Dover. The coffin stood on the deck covered in wreaths, surrounded by the French Honour Guard.

Upon arrival at Dover, the Unknown Warrior was met with a nineteen gun salute something that was normally only reserved for Field Marshals.

A special train had been arranged and he was then conveyed to Victoria Station, London.

He remained there overnight, and, on the morning of the 11th of November, he was finally taken to Westminster Abbey.

The idea of the unknown warrior was

thought of by a Padre called David Railton who had served on the front line during the Great War the union flag he had used as an altar cloth whilst at the front, was the one that had been draped over the coffin.

It was his intention that all of the relatives of the 517,773 combatants whose bodies had not been identified could believe that the Unknown Warrior could very well be their lost husband, father, brother or son...

THIS is the reason we wear poppies.

We do not glorify war.

We remember - with humility - the great and the ultimate sacrifices that were made, not just in this war, but in every war and conflict where our service personnel have fought - to ensure the liberty and freedoms that we now take for granted.

Every year, on the 11th of November, we remember the Unknown Warrior.

At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.

6 – crowsnest PAss HerALD – wednesday, October 30, 2019

Editorial and Opinions one of the best This week I received nomination forms from the Chamber of Commerce asking members to submit their nomination for ‘Business of the Year’. I often see these and wonder if this is only a popularity contest and how does someone find the time to nominate? I don’t think in all the years being a chamber member I’ve nominated anyone; it seems that I always have a fleeting thought, and then like a squirrel something at work grabs my attention and the thought is gone.

This year I actually stopped for a moment and thought, “who would I nominate for Business of the Year if I actually took the time to decide on who I believe is one of the best and you know what came to my mind? Fantin’s Funeral Chapel.

Having an obituary section I get to work closely with both Darrell and Moo and their exceptional staff almost every time there is a death in this community. I’m usually pushing a deadline to get an obituary in the paper, because I know what it means to a grieving family to give their loved ones a last farewell.

I have always told people that I can tell a lot about how loved they were by the type of obituary I read in the paper. Some are incredible, some are short, but every time I read one, I often find out something I didn’t know, even if I thought I knew the person pretty well.

Often, after a funeral, families will come into the paper to place a card of thanks and I will tell you every time I talk to them the one resounding comment I hear is that all the staff at Fantin’s are amazing. It’s as if they are in a state of shock about how well they were cared for in their most vulnerable time by these wonderful people. They talk about how calm Darrel is, how understanding and helpful he is and how he seems to ground their lives during the storm. When you lose someone you love, you really need that one person that can anchor you, and Darrell is just that person.

In the 20 years I have worked at the paper I haven’t had one person come through the Pass Herald doors and say a bad word about that man and his family business.

On a personal note, when my family died, Darrell and Moo were there for me every step of the way. They were more than friends; they became family to me. After my mom died, I was in a state of shock. I had been laying in bed with her in her final hours and she passed away in my arms. I think I had struggled for so long with both my parents dying that I didn’t believe she was gone.

As she got cold, I just piled more blankets on us trying to keep her warm. The nurses came in and I argued with them that she wasn’t really gone. Finally, Darrell came and somehow convinced me to let go and he would take care of her. He was my calm in the chaos and stayed with me throughout the week as we put her to rest. I pretty sure he’s done that and much more for many people in this community.

So, I’m going to take time out of my day and fill the Chamber of Commerce nomination form for Fantin’s Funeral Chapel. They are the unsung heroes of this community and just because we don’t like to think about our mortality doesn’t mean we can’t recognize the people who help us through it.

Darrel and Moo and staff you are all simply amazing and you make this community a better place because you are in it.

LS

Novice Thunder Update CNP Thunder

The Thunder Novice are back in action for their first game of the season this weekend. The team has an enthusiastic line-up and is looking forward to another fun season of hockey.

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Thunder will be away in Fernie this Sunday, November 3rd. Puck drops at noon. Thunder Novice will then travel to Sparwood Saturday, November 16th for a 1:00 pm game. The following weekend will be their first home game. Puck drops at noon on Saturday, November 30th at the Coleman Sports Complex. Come out and support our Thunder Novice team and wear your green!

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bRICks - To people riding bikes on sidewalks. Isn’t there a bylaw? If not there should be!

Matt Anderson to perform in Cranbrook Submitted

A powerhouse performer with a giant, soulfilled voice and commanding stage presence, bluesman Matt Andersen will be performing at Cranbrook’s Key City Theatre on February 10th. Andersen has built a formidable following over the years the old-fashioned way: touring worldwide and letting his stunned audiences and new devotees spread the good word of his righteous tunes. AND the world

has indeed woken up and discovered him, helping him amass over 18 million views on YouTube. In addition to headlining major festivals and theatres, throughout North America, Europe and Australia, Andersen has shared the stage and toured with the likes of Bo Diddley, Buddy Guy, Greg Allman, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Randy Bachman, Little Feat, Jonny Lang, Serena Ryder, and many more.

Andersen nabbed the

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2013 and 2016, European Blues Award for best Solo/Acoustic act, and 3 Maple Blues Awards in 2012, and was the very first Canadian to take home top honours in the solo/duo category at the 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis.

Since the release of his album “Weightless” in 2014, Andersen has received a JUNO nomination for Roots and Traditional Album of the Year, a CIMA Road Gold Award, and 6 Maple Blues Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year in Canada.

Andersen’s latest release, “Halfway Home by Morning”, was recorded Live in Nashville Tennessee. This album celebrated his tenth album, and collects all the essential elements for a down home ramble, and shoots them through with enough electrifying en-

ergy to drive the rock ’n’ roll and blues faithful to shimmy and shake. Over its 13 tracks, he explores every facet of soundsweat-soaked soul, incendiary rhythm and blues, heartbroken folk, and gritty Americana-and binds them together with palpable heart. The native New Brunswicker has proven time and time again on stages everywhere from clubs to theatres, that he is the genuine article.

Matt Andersen Live in concert at Cranbrook’s Key City Theatre February 10th at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday November 1st at the Key City Theatre box office or you can get your tickets by phone at 250-4267006, or online at Keycitytheatre.com Matt Andersen Live is presented by the Kootenay Concert Connection in association with 2day FM.

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by David Selles Halloween has always been different for my family.

As a kid, I never dressed up and walked around the neighbourhood with my parents.

It just wasn’t something we did.

I don’t think it’s that my parents were against Halloween; it’s just that they didn’t see a need for it.

I have older siblings that have now decided on their own to go trick or treating and my parents are fine with that.

The thing about my Halloween memories is that they’re still great, even though trick or treating isn’t part of them.

My memories consist of me sitting on the couch, watching a different movie every year with popcorn and candy my parents bought for me.

In no way did I ever feel like I missed out on the Halloween fun.

I’m not sure what I’d decide to do if I ever had kids of my own.

I currently feel quite content to sit on the fence of whether or not I’m a fan of trick or treating.

The idea of dressing up in fun costumes and eating candy is appealing to pretty much everyone everywhere but the other side of Halloween where everything needs to be scary and haunted I’ve never really understood.

I’m not saying that I think people who scare others or plan spooky Halloween decorations are wrong in any way; I’ve just personally never seen the appeal in it.

In my mind, as long as people are safely and responsibly enjoying Halloween, I see no problem in how it’s celebrated.

With all that said, no matter how you spend your Halloween evening, whether it’s trick or treating with family or friends or staying home and watching a movie, I hope everyone has a safe and fun 2019 Halloween.

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. DP2019-090: 8502 – 14 Avenue, Coleman; Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1411556 i. Discretionary Use: Accessory building proposed in front yard area (24’ x 22’; 528 sq. ft. /6.7m by 7.3m; 48.9 sq. m. detached garage) 2. DP2019-094: 104 Wolfstone Terrace; Lot 2, Block 3, Plan 0612636 i. Discretionary Use: Accessory building proposed in front yard area (22’ x 18’; 396 sq. ft./6.7m by 5.5m; 36.8 sq. m. detached garage) 3. DP2019-095: 15002 – 13 Avenue, Frank; Lot 16 & 17, Block 17, Plan 36611 i. Discretionary Use: Change of Use – Kennel. Variance required to locate kennel use within 304.8m/1000ft. of residential dwellings.

Any persons claiming to be adversely affected by the above development may file an appeal in writing by November 6, 2019, 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.

Taylor Felt Interim Development Officer Municipality of Crowsnest Pass P.0. Box 600 | Crowsnest Pass, Alberta | T0K 0E0 P 403 562-8833 F 403 563-5581 E taylor.felt@crownestpass.com

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Blairmore Fantastic mountain acreage in Blairmore. Mature evergreens with beautiful view of the valley down below.

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Close enough to walk down to town and to other services. Water well on property. Gas and power on the road out front. Premium acreage. $225,000 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman Great opportunity. Bright, well laid out 2 bedroom, ground level apartment is located in the well kept Rocky Mountain Condo complex. The condo fees include heat and town utilities. Located in a beautiful area with lots of sun and scenic mountain views. Why pay rent when you can own and build equity? $99,000 CALL JOHN MLS

Blairmore One of a kind historic brick home located on an extra-large corner lot in Blairmore. This five-bedroom, four-bathroom home was built in 1920 with brick.. Self-contained apartment on second level. Amazing decks and backyard. Huge lot. Possibility of building another home without compromising the existing living and outdoor spaces. 24’ x 38’ garage, large garden shed and fenced RV parking. Phenomenal value and potential. $619,000 CALL JOHN MLS

new showhome High quality 4 bedroom mountain condo at Ironstone Lookout in beautiful Crowsnest Pass. Bright open floor plan where you can choose the high-end woodwork and cabinetry. Spacious main floor laundry. Large garage with double car driveway. Still time to choose from a variety of quality finishes. Enjoy maintenance free luxury living at an INCREDIBLE price. $349,000 + GST CALL JOHN MLS

cowley Three bedroom bungalow located on a corner lot with fantastic sun exposure.

This family home has two bathrooms on the main floor and roughed in plumbing for a third bathroom downstairs. The attached 48' x 28' garage/plus workshop has its own two piece bathroom. Tons of parking in front of the garage, and side of the house. The house has central air, the shop is heated. Tremendous opportunity. $259,000. CALL JOHN MLS

BelleVUe loTs Prime building lots available at affordable prices, starting at $68,000 and up. 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 MLS

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pincher creek Remarkable revenue property. Long term tenant in place with lease. Convenient, central location close to all amenities. Solid, small house on a large lot with a big backyard. Great long term investment. $99,000 CALL JOHN MLS

TimBerline ridge Large and level building lot in Timberline Ridge, Bellevue, Crowsnest Pass. Very sunny location in a wide, mountain valley. All utilities underground/paved streets. Timberline Ridge lots are designed to be both attractive and affordable. Build now, or buy and hold for the future. $115,000 CALL JOHN MLS

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Top Gunn transitioning ownership to Alan Ritchie DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Top Gunn will be undergoing a transformation.

There will be a new owner of the parts store and a name change and floor layout to go with it.

Alan Ritchie and his wife Tiffany will be the new owners starting November 1st and have decided to change the name of the store to Ritchie Parts and Mechanical.

Ritchie has worked under former owner Doug Gunn for about four years and thought briefly about being the new owner.

“A couple years back there were a couple of ideas entertained about selling the place and I thought about it but I was

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more so thinking about whoever he does sell it to, will I be able to keep working here. I have to be able to enjoy my job as well.”

Ritchie said after some people approached him, he got more serious about taking the leap.

“There were a couple of individuals that approached me and bumped me in the right direction. That's where it all started and then that's where I started getting serious about it.”

This is the first time Ritchie has owned a shop, but he feels ready for the challenge.

"When Doug needed time off he was able to just leave. I could do everything as it is. When he was away there was no

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worry about what needed to be done. I was able to do it."

Ritchie says there are some changes that customers can expect.

“The product we carry will be pretty much the same. I've got a new floor plan lined up though. If people haven't been in the store for a while, they'll be shocked.

It's going to be a completely different store when I'm done. We'll have fresh paint on the walls.”

Ritchie also says he plans to re-open the shop again.

“We're also planning on getting a technician in the shop again and getting another parts guy on the counter. I'd like to get a small engine tech because we sell the small engine parts so it would be nice to get a tech for that as well.”

Ritchie says the reason for re-opening the shop is to increase the amount of customers he can help.

“The shop is the money maker. I turned away a lot of work in the past. There is competition in town but it's friendly competition. We work well with each other.”

The store will be closed the last four days of October before reopening November 1st as Ritchie continues to prepare for the opening.

Ritchie and Tiffany say they’re excited to continue being in the Pass.

“We're really looking forward to being a part of the community as it continues to grow.”

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Environment and mining innovation GARRY’S Electric passenger busses transports employees to mine sites Submitted

Vancouver, B.C. – Teck Resources Limited (“Teck”) today announced it is launching two new electric passenger buses to transport employees to and from its Fording River and Greenhills steelmaking coal operations in British Columbia’s Elk Valley region.

The electric passenger buses will replace diesel buses in Teck’s passenger bus fleet as a more environmentally beneficial, cost effective and comfortable employee transport option.

This represents the first use of electric passenger buses for employee transport in the Canadian mining industry.

“Taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy and cost efficiency

at our operations is a key part of our approach to responsible mining,” said Don Lindsay, President and CEO. “These electric buses are made possible by mining products like steelmaking coal and copper, demonstrating the important role that our industry products play in supporting the important global transition to a lowcarbon economy.”

“It’s great to see Teck taking action on climate change within every aspect of their operations,” said Michelle Mungall, Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources.

“Switching from diesel to electric buses for employee transportation supports our government’s CleanBC plan, and is another example of the strong leadership and innovation shown by BC’s

mining industry.”

“The role of industry in reducing carbon emissions is key to delivering on the Province’s CleanBC goals,” said George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.

“Today’s announcement is a positive step that could lead to expanded opportunity for industry.

It is good to see Teck exploring new low-carbon options to support operations and create a cleaner environment.

Benefits of the new electric buses include:  Greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction of each bus is estimated to be the equivalent of taking 10 combustion engine cars off the road  Estimated 50% reduction in overall cost compared to a standard diesel bus over a 10-12

year lifespan  Quieter operation, reducing noise for employees and communities The buses are wrapped with graphics illustrating the role of mining products in a low-carbon future. This includes the fact that it takes 170 tonnes of steelmaking coal to produce a wind turbine and the requirement of copper to build electric vehicles.

Since 2011, Teck has implemented projects and initiatives to reduce GHG emissions at its operations by 289,000 tonnes, which is the equivalent to taking over 88,000 combustion, engine cars off the road.

This first use of electric buses will provide important learnings on the potential of using electric buses more broadly across Teck’s operations.

Quad Squad gearing up for winter Crowsnest Pass rates one of the best snowmobiling experiences DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

The local Quad Squad had a busy season that saw them tackle many different tasks.

Quad Squad President, Gary Clark, says the club spent a large portion of their season building bridges on trails.

“We had a fairly busy year. Spray Lakes put in three of our bridges out in the Savannah Isolation Creek area. They did that in the fall and we also had another bridge put in at Vickery creek. The other project we had was to deck the other three bridges that were put in at Isolation creek. We did that around July and August. We camped up there for four or five days and got them done.”

Clark says their season began in the second week of June and wrapped up shortly after Labour Day. Building bridges wasn’t all the club did this season though, as they spent a weekend showcasing the Crowsnest Pass to a film crew.

“On the 15th of October there was a film production crew out of Minneapolis Minnesota who were associated with

Fox News and Fox Sports in the U.S. They have a show called Destination Polaris and they've filmed in every province in Canada and have filmed around the world and the only province they hadn't been to was Alberta. They came down and we did three days of filming,” said Clark.

Clark says that around five members of the club came out and participated in the shooting of the show.

According to Clark, the Crowsnest Pass will benefit from having this show shot in the area.

“The film crew used drones and still cameras and got shots of us going up the trails and got shots of the bridges and stuff like that. They were really impressed with the scenery in the Crowsnest Pass so that was great.

It'll be really good for the Pass and to showcase the scenery and where people can come so we're looking forward to seeing the final product.”

Clark says he enjoyed the experience.

“It was interesting with having 10 to 12 hour days but it was a lot of fun.”

According to Clark the show won’t be fin-

ished until either April or May of next year.

Clark also says a lot of work goes into producing a short half hour TV show.

“It takes three days of filming and then five to six weeks of editing and all the extra work for a half hour TV show.”

The show will also be posted on YouTube for people to view.

The Quad Squad is also adding new equipment to their club thanks to grant money.

The club will use the funds to purchase a machine that groom trails and allows for them to properly drain water from trails to ensure as little damage as possible.

Other positive news for the Crowsnest Pass is the five awards received from the Snowriders.

The Crowsnest Pass received two Gold awards for favourite overall snowmobiling area in Alberta and favourite scenic snowmobiling area in Alberta, two Platinum awards for favourite mountain riding area in Alberta and area you would like most to ride in future in Alberta and one silver award for favourite area for family snowmobiling

in Alberta.

Clark says receiving awards like this is a big boost to the area.

Anytime you get rated like that it's a great thing.”

As for next year, more maintenance and building is a focus for the Quad Squad.

“Next year our main focus is going to be putting in the bridges into the designated trails we have now to ensure we're going over any waterways. That's our number one priority and then our next priority is to get our trail machine up and running and start fixing the trails,” said Clark.

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Quality Management in Health The Crowsnest Pass Health Centre Quality Council revealed the newly developed team charter on Tuesday, October 22. Staff, patients and families were invited to come share coffee and cake and review the team charter. The Quality Council is a multi-disciplinary team of representatives made up of health care centre staff, operational leaders, patients and families. The Quality Council provides a formal venue for frontline involvement in quality management including planning, improvement and monitoring. Pictured (left to right): Renee Pippin, Dr. Kristy Penner, Bonnie Castellarin, Maddison Shortreed, Wendy Fabro Submitted photo

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PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1038, 2019 7:00 PM Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Council Chambers PURSUANT to sections 230, 606, and 692 of the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000, Chapter M-26, the Council of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass in the Province of Alberta hereby gives notice of its intention to consider proposed Bylaw No. 1038, 2019, being a bylaw to amend Bylaw No. 868-2013, being the municipal land use bylaw.

The purpose of Bylaw No. 1038, 2019, is to amend the land use bylaw for the purposes of reducing the jurisdictional boundary of the Turtle Mountain Restricted Development Area (DC-2) from the Empirical Upper Limit to the Empirical Best Estimate, as per the Alberta Environment Geotechnical Hazard Assessment – South Flank of Frank Slide, Hillcrest, Alberta, prepared by BGC Engineering Inc. on February 15, 2000, found in the Bellevue / Hillcrest Land Use District Map 3 and Schedule 2 - DC-2 Map. Refer to the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass’ website (https://www.crowsnestpass.com/municipal-government/council/meeting-packages-minutes) for a diagram outlining the proposed jurisdictional boundary changes to the Turtle Mountain Restricted Development Area (DC-2).

THEREFORE, TAKE NOTICE THAT a public hearing, pursuant to section 692(2) of the Municipal Government Act, to consider the proposed Bylaw No. 1038, 2019 will be held in the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Council Chambers at 7:00 PM on November 5, 2019.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that anyone wishing to make a presentation regarding the proposed bylaw should contact the Development Officer. Both written and verbal presentations may be given at the public hearing.

A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the municipal office during normal business hours.

DATED at the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass in the Province of Alberta this October 17, 2019.

Taylor Felt, Interim Development Officer Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Box 600, Crowsnest Pass, Alberta T0K 0E0 Phone: 403-562-8833 E-mail: taylor.felt@crowsnestpass.com

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Ag Services Update Bill Hnatiuk - Municipality of Crowsnest Pass

“Cultural activity is a significant component of our Municipality Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) which consists of hand pulling, bagging and proper disposal of invasive weeds.

The season total of invasive weeds hauled to the landfill for 2019 was 781 bags weighing in at 7,760 pounds. Most of these invasive weeds were removed from the bed & shore of open bodies of water and riparian zones. This resulted in preserving and promoting the health of over two kilometers or approx. 13,000m2, of sensitive riparian/aquatic areas, these areas are excluded to the use of herbicide. The majority of weed bags were hand pulled by municipal staff and community volunteer weed pulls.

Arrangements are made with the landfill prior to delivering weed bags, requiring a pit dug into the existing rubble pill. On arrival our loads are weighed, brought to the pre-dug pit, deposited and then carefully buried, while staff remain on site to witness. We will not haul on excessive windy days, this to prevent movement of organic material and seed by wind.

This season our department planted a combined total of 191 shrubs, bushes and trees, as well as 10 kilograms of harvested native grass seed within the two kilometers of bed & shore and riparian zone areas. This type of restoration will assist with bank soil erosion control, bank stabilization and riparian/aquatic mitigation, all of which improves water purity.

Though often not noticed, these efforts significantly promote the health and well being of our natural landscape. If you want to get involved or would like more information please reach out to us and we’d be more than happy to speak with you. ”

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Looking Back

The U.S. dollar is looking stronger than it has in a long time.

But in the yin and yang of things if something is strong something else must be weak. So should we be nervous? Our dollar is at a twenty month high right now so are we in for a yo-yo effect or not?

Remember that short period of time in the 1970's when the buck was worth $1.10 U.S. How we got to rub it into our American neighbours for once. Wasn’t that just so much fun going stateside? The world‘s currency fluctuations are a complicated story and can vary quickly. Even Donald Trump’s mouth can affect ours and other countries currency value. But all this fluctuation can't hold a candle to what happened to the post World War 1 German Reichsmark.

Back in 1922 this unfortunate currency suffered on of the most disastrous plunges of any legal tender ever. The chain of events that led to this disaster is said to have begun with the Paris Peace Conference of 1919 when the victorious powers from World War 1 met to draw up a peace settlement. The agreement that was signed at that time is referred to as the "Treaty of Versailles", Versailles being the palace near Paris where the meeting took place.

History notes that the treaty provided an official peace between Germany and the thirty or so victorious Allied nations. It also provided for a reorganization of the boundaries of the pre-war European nations.

It in fact completely changed the face of Europe, dismantling the Austria-Hungary and Ottoman Empires. It became a pie of a totally different cut.

Germany was forced to give up its foreign colonies in the North Pacific and China to Japan and also gave up territory to Belgium, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, France and Poland. France got Alsace-Lorraine and was given control of the German coal fields of the Saar Valley for 15 years and part of Germany's Rhineland was to be occupied by Allied troops for up to 15 years. The German army was reduced to 100,000 men and they were forbidden from having an air force or a navy. They were also required to pay the Allies reparations for war damages to the tune of 33 billion dollars.

Starting to get the picture yet?

There was really no negotiation of this treaty, Germany was told to sign or risk invasion. Interestingly enough the United States did not sign the Versailles Treaty, their Senate finding the generous approach of the war torn nations of Europe objectionable. The U.S. president at the time, Woodrow Wilson, had put forth his own proposal referred to as the "14 points". He felt that Germany's economic and territorial punishment should be more moderate. An approach he felt would encourage Germany to establish a democratic government, to help rebuild Europe and to refrain from waging war in the future out of bitterness.

Well we all know how that went.

One of the things Wilson objected to at Versailles was the fact that as early as 1915 some Allies had actually met and drawn up secret pacts with regards to the carving up of Europe after the war was ended.

Rather diabolical, aye whot? In fact the promise of some of the "pie" is what convinced Italy to join the Allied war effort.

It does not take a rocket scientist to figure out what happened to Germany's economy because of this treaty. By 1922 /1923 their economy totally collapsed, inflation ruined the value of their money and the old “Reichbanknote mark” became not worth the paper it was printed on, literally. Burning money for fuel became a symbolic gesture in Germany in the 1920's. In November 1923, the inflation reached a peak: one dollar was worth 4,200 billion German marks. Unfathomable. A 50 trillion mark bill was issued.

Throughout the inflationary period the Reichsbank in Berlin had to re-issue more and more banknotes as previous issues lost their value. In the end, a colossal 10,000,000,000 notes had been issued. In order to produce all of these, a total of 30 paper mills were in full production providing paper, and 132 private printing firms were contracted to assist the Reichsbank print the actual notes.

The effects of the treaty, the lost land and the huge reparations greatly angered many Germans. They also felt bitter about a "war guilt" clause in the treaty that declared Germany solely responsible for the war. It is widely felt that these factors contributed to the rise of Adolf Hitler and his Nazi Party during the 1930's. Germany had been crushed economically and politically by the Allies and the Nazi Party declared that Germany had a right to become strong again. Nationalism was the chief cause of World War 1 and it grew even stronger after that war. While it is understandable that the German people desired to regain some national pride and control over their country nothing could ever justify the terrible path that Hitler took them down.

I was fortunate enough to acquire a few dozen of these infamous "Reichsmarks" from my daughters Tracy and Kelly who spent time stationed in Germany in the 1960's with the Canadian Armed Forces. They found handfuls of them stuffed in a barn wall near Baden Solingen, no doubt being used for insulation, and their only apparent worth back then. The Reichsmarks are of a variety of sizes and colors and the intricacy of their design is mind boggling. The ones the girls found range in denomination from 10 (zehn mark) to 50 million (funfzig millionen mark). One brilliantly blue coloured note, twice the size of our dollar bill, is of particular interest. It is a 100 mark bill, dated April, 1910.

The note has a white two inch by four inch panel on the right side that appears blank until you hold it up to the light where upon the ghostly embossed image of Kaiser Wilhelm the Second is revealed. This mark is a marvellous piece of work and the craftsman who produced the intricate master template for it was truly a gifted artist.

Seated to the left of this embossed image of the Kaiser is the figure Germania. Germania is the Latin name of Deutschland and the regal looking woman that personifies Germania on this note, who is seated next to an oak tree, is described as a: “robust woman with long, flowing, reddish-blonde hair and wearing armour”. She often wields the Reichsschwert (imperial sword), and is holding a medieval-style shield that sometimes bears the image of a black eagle on a gold shield.

Another 1908 hundred mark note the girls found bears the crowned imperial German eagle on one side. The Photos from top: April 1910 Reichsmark - Mercury at left, other has allegorical figures of women representing agriculture and industry who are holding a large portrait of Ceres at right, Embossed image of Kaiser Wilhelm the the Norse goddess Freya. Freya is associated with gold, love, sex, beauty, war and death and her name is the basis Second on 100 mark note, Germania seated with her of the day of the week Friday. How about that? Ever had all those associated things happen on a Friday? sword and shield,Norse Goddess Freya on 100 mark It is kind of sad that, as we move inexorably toward dealing almost exclusively with electronic money, the note, One million mark note dated February 1923.

John Kinnear photos wonderful world of intricately designed paper currency will eventually be relegated to the collector’s domain only. I suppose someday bank cards and Visa cards will be obsolete and we will be able to view collections of them at flea markets as oddities of the past.

I did find it no small irony, though, that the modern version of the Reichsmark, the Deutschmark, was in its day one of the strongest currencies in the modern world. In January 1999 it was set aside for the euro when it was worth two marks to a euro. Back then a euro was worth about one and a half Canadian dollars. Today a Canadian dollar equals .70 Euros.

Even though it is no longer legal tender the German mark can still be exchanged for equivalent value in euro at Deutche Bundesbank branches. Apparently, as of 2017, there was a total of 12.64 billion Deutschemarks still in circulation, squirreled away in old cupboards. Nostalgia? Money collectors adding them to their collections? Lost or destroyed?

Who knows? The French, Italians and Spanish apparently are also hanging on to their old currency. It is too late for those French francs and Italians lire to be cashed in now but Spain has until the end of next year.

The American treasury on the other hand just keeps printing billions of dollars worth of paper money as they need it, just like Germany did in 1923. Printing money creates more problems than it solves. You never know what can happen economically. The Yankee buck could someday wind up like the old Reichsmark; insulation for barns.

By John Kinnear

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DORIS BOLTON 1938 ~ 2019

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris Emily Bolton, formerly of Coleman, Alberta, who passed away peacefully on October 19, 2019 while at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre in Blairmore. Doris was blessed with 81 years of a wonderful life.

Born on January 1, 1938 in Innisfail, Alberta to proud parents, George and Elsie Elliott, Doris was raised with an earnest work ethic, an appreciation for the outdoors and the love of family.

Doris blossomed into a lovely young lady who captured the heart of a dashing young man, Cliff Bolton, and on June 26, 1954, they pledged their love in holy matrimony. Doris and Cliff were soon blessed with two beautiful daughters who made their lives complete.

Doris worked hard to provide a nurturing home for her family and aided their business at the tire shop as a bookkeeper and clerk. She was devoted to her community and valued its people. She went out of her way to make you feel special and took a sincere interest in how you were. It was not well known of her many health issues as she focused more on others than herself. Doris braved many illnesses and challenges but she could find a silver lining in every dark cloud.

She had many hobbies and interests including sewing, bingo, games of chance and hosting gatherings in her home. Doris had an amazing sense of humour and her special laugh and charismatic character turned strangers into friends. Although it is hard to say goodbye, we take comfort in knowing she is in the loving arms of her beloved husband once again. May she rest in eternal paradise and know that she was dearly loved.

She is survived by her daughters, Linda (Danny) Bolton and Deanna (Dick) Collar; her grandchildren, Grant Gatto and Jackie (Sean) Nelson; her great grandchildren, Alaina, Vienna and Kazden; her siblings, Bud (Louise) Elliott, Ken (CaraLee) Elliott, Carol Barclay, Doug (Edie) Elliott, Karen Tompkins and Ken McRae; numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and many friends.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Clifford Bolton; her parents, George and Elsie Elliott; and her brothers, Roy and Bill.

An informal gathering of family and friends will occur on Monday, October 28, 2019 from 2-4 pm in the Coleman Legion. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Network. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

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KEN EDMUNDS

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ken Edmunds on October 1, 2019. Ken loved his family with all of his heart. He was a loving and dedicated Husband, Father, Grancha, Brother, Father-in-law, Brother-in-law, Uncle and Great Uncle.

Ken is survived by his wife Lynne of 47 years, his son Ceri (Tara), daughter Sian (James), grandsons Ellis and Ollie, sisters Janice (Martin), Cheryl (Paul) and all of his loving family in Canada and S. Wales, UK. He had an amazing sense of humour and banter especially with his silly jokes that he collected over the years. Being welsh you would often find him in the pub having a pint or two while visiting with strangers. Ken had a beautiful gift of being able to chat with almost anyone. It never took him long to make a new friend.

He loved all sports but in particular rugby football. One of his fondest memories is when we lived in Fort McMurray and he had the great pleasure of playing with the Fort McMurray knights.

A Celebration of life will take place on Saturday, November 9 at the Eagles Hall Cranbrook at 2:30 pm.

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RICK DONAVON REIL 1960 ~ 2019

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rick Reil at age 59 on October 20, 2019 after his courageous battle with cancer.

Rick was born in Calgary, Alberta in May of 1960 to proud parents Elva and Donavon Reil. He was raised to have a strong work ethic and to be compassionate and kind to others; traits he demonstrated in every facet of his life. During his elementary school years, his family moved to the Crowsnest Pass where he naturally made his way into the hearts of the community through his sense of humor and dedication to his careers. In his late teens he started his own DJ business, “Nitelite Entertainment,” which he continued to operate alongside his other trades bringing joy to all those who appreciated his music. After graduating from Crowsnest Consolidated High School he became a car salesman and then entered real estate where he met his beloved wife Penny. Rick further acquired lasting relationships when he began working alongside his father as a contractor. His hardworking nature enabled him to successfully take over the family business, “Reil Construction,” where he earned the respect of his clients and the community through the high quality of his work and his commitment to ensuring a positive home building experience.

Through his memorable smile and ability to have an engaging conversation with anyone, Rick had an incredible gift for creating lifelong friendships. His many faithful friends could always rely on him for support, humour, and honesty. He loved spending time with friends and family at Lake Koocanusa where he enjoyed boating, relaxing on the deck and sharing in good laughter. When not at the lake, he enjoyed quadding, watching movies in his famed theatre and cruising in the corvette - a childhood dream come true.

Rick found his greatest happiness in the presence of his family and could always be found beaming with pride, love and support for his children and grandchildren. He will be forever remembered by his cherished wife Penny Reil, his children Megan Reil, Teri Lafontaine (Nathan, Ellie), Shaun Reil (Alisha, Jake, Autumn), Robyn Long (David, Nolan, Marlee), and his sister-in-law Karen Reil (Sarah, Matthew). Predeceased by his parents Don and Elva Reil, and his brother Randy Reil.

Please join us to celebrate Rick’s life at 1:00pm on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at the MDM Community Centre (2802-222St. Bellevue, AB). In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre (1331 29 ST NW Calgary, AB T2N 4N2) for brain cancer research or to the Crowsnest Pass Health Foundation (Box 455 Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0). Condolences may be sent to Rick's family by email to meaningful@telus.net Special thanks to the staff at the Crowsnest Pass Hospital for their attentiveness and care through Rick’s journey.

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RUSSELL CHARLES CAESAR MONTALBETTI August 3, 1931 ~ October 24, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Russell Montalbetti announces his passing on October 24, 2019 at the age of 88. He said just two weeks ago that he thought he was young at 88. Russell will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Joyce (Hill-Johnston); his children, Cindy (Martin Siegen), Cathy (Blair Painter) and Donald (Lori Prentice); stepchildren, Chris Johnston, Deborah (Gary Frederickson) and Lori (Brian Ogertschnig); his special sister, Joann Hauck; and son-in-law, Don (Dianne) Martin.

Russell was cherished by his grandchildren, Jordan (Jodie) and Joel (Megan) Painter, Alicen and Jillian Montalbetti, Krista Fath, Adam Johnston, James and William Johnston, Jenny (Janis) Rosbrough, Rick and Kendall (Peyton) Frederickson, Amy (Devin) Ferner and Jessica (Enrique) Mayen. Fondly called Nonno, he played a key role in his grandchildrens’ lives teaching many life skills like shooting bows and arrows and the importance of a good Blackjack game. Deep down he was still a kid at heart. Nonno loved his sixteen great grandchildren, with special affection for Brynnlie, Micky, and Sullivan Painter. He will be greatly missed by his extensive extended family, especially sisters-in-law, Helen Salus, Eileen Forward, and Donna Phiefer; and brother-in- law, Bob (Marg) Lybacki.

Russell was born August 3, 1931 to Aldo and Rachel Montalbetti in Coleman, Alberta. He grew up in Coleman surrounded by a large community of friends and family which extended over to Trail, British Columbia. After graduating from high school, he attended SAIT to pursue an electrical career where he met his future wife, Alice Lybacki. In 1953, they were married and together they raised Cindy, Cathy and Donald in a bustling Coleman. By 1956, Russell acquired his Master Electrician Certificate and joined his parents in their hardware and electrical contracting business, know as Modern Electric. During the next thirty years, Russell apprenticed numerous electricians including his son and two of his sons-in-law. Years later his grandsons followed in his footsteps; one as an electrician and one in the hardware business. By 1974, Alice and Russell expanded their business by joining the Link Hardware Program, which later became Home Hardware. During these busy years Russell was a member of the Coleman Curling Club, the Knights of Columbus, Coleman Legion and served on Coleman Town Council. Russell was also a founding member of the Crowsnest Museum and a member of the Eco Museum Trust. His great love was being a member of the Coleman Fire Department. He was a volunteer firefighter with the Coleman Department for sixty years and was awarded the Fire Services Exemplary Service medal in 1987 and 1992. He loved spending time with his family and friends at the cabin in Corbin, where he’d go either “hunting or fishing”. Russell planned fun summer vacations for the family including going to Fairmont, British Columbia; a tradition which he continued with his grandchildren. Russell also loved scuba diving, fishing, tennis, curling, pool and bocci. He loved to be active; and he loved to work.

Russell lost Alice in October 1992 after sharing thirty-nine beautiful years together. In 1996, Russell began a second phase in his life and married Joyce Hill-Johnston. They enjoyed twentythree years of a loving marriage which included travels to the Caribbean and Mexico before settling into retirement in Blairmore, AB. Russell was predeceased by his parents, Aldo and Rachel; his wife, Alice; his stepsons, Darrell and Kevin Johnston; his sister-in-law, Frances Ritchie; and brothers-in-law, Andy Salus, Colin Hauck and Charles Ritchie.

As per Russell’s request, there will be no funeral. A private gathering of family and friends will be held at Country Encounters (7701 – 17 Ave., Coleman, AB) on November 1, 2019 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Crowsnest Museum (Box 306, Coleman, AB, T0K OMO). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

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SCOTTON, Joan

Joan Anna Scotton of Coleman, AB passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 and was born December 6, 1930 in Frank, AB. She is lovingly remembered by her son, Daniel (Danny) Scotton; niece, Regena (Dan) Merkley; nephews, Patrick (Bernadette) Murphy and Jerry (Jacqueline) Murphy. Joan was predeceased by her son, Timothy and husband, Marcel Dingreville.

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Winston Guy Lawson passed away at the Crowsnest Pass Health Centre, Blairmore, AB, on October 17, 2019 after a brief battle with cancer. He was born October 26, 1941 at Grafton, New Brunswick, the son of the late Guy Marshall Lawson and Gertrude Lois (Watson) Lawson.

In addition to his parents, Winston was predeceased by his wife Mary; sons, Rodney and Russell; brothers, Murray and Phillip; and infant sister, Lois.

Winston attended schools in Grafton and Woodstock, New Brunswick. As a young man he served in the Royal Canadian Navy aboard HMCS Columbia, participating in the blockade of Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. He then joined the Canadian Pacific Railway for a career that lasted more than 30-years, all of it in western Canada.

Winston was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for more than 50-years. He enjoyed many afternoons at the Legion entertaining members with stories, some of which may have been true.

Winston is survived by his son, Raymond (Brenda) of Golden, BC; three brothers, Willard of Grafton, NB, Frank of Fredericton, NB, and Lloyd (Wilma) of Woodstock, NB; two sisters, Joyce (Ralph) Sewell of Pembroke, NB and Carole Likely of Fredericton, NB; sister-in-law Margaret Lawson of Canterbury, NB; granddaughters, Natalie, Vikki and Laura and their families; and special friends, Patsy and Jim Malin of Bellevue, AB and their children, Josh (Bria), Robin (Mike), Jason and Katie; several nieces and nephews; as well as his extended family and many friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 19, Bellevue (2401 – 213 St., Bellevue, AB) on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 1:00pm with Legion Chaplain, Rev. Renso Castellarin officiating. Inurnment will take place at the Lawson-Ballentine Cemetery in Bull Lake, New Brunswick at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 19, Bellevue (PO Box 58, Bellevue, AB T0K 0C0). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

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JOHN CEH

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1943 ~ 2019

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Martin Ceh of Terrace, BC, who was called to be with the Lord on October 12, 2019 at the age of 75 years.

Johnny was born on December 19, 1943 in Maple Creek, Saskatchewan. He was raised with an enthusiasm for the outdoors and spent many leisurely hours hunting, fishing, picking mushrooms and panning for gold. He was gifted with his hands and enjoyed woodworking and turning broken junk into items of value but his greatest talent seemed to be his gardening – he had tremendous satisfaction growing prize worthy vegetables and flowers.

Johnny was grateful to have won the heart of a lovely young lady, Carolyn Johnson and were blessed with a family to nurture and adore. He was a skilled heavy-equipment operator. He worked hard and sacrificed much so that his children would have a secure home and promising future. After the death of his beloved Carolyn in 1982, Johnny found love once more in the heart of Joan Boake. They enjoyed each other’s company for many years and his laughter was present again.

Although gone from our eyes, he will forever remain in our hearts. May he find peace in the eternal paradise.

He is survived by his children, John Ceh Jr., Carol (Fred) Horbay and Patsy (Jim) Malin; his grandchildren, Kurt, Corey, Robin, Jason, Katie, Josh, Emily, Grayson, Cody and Callee; his great grandchildren, Kohl, Kara, Megan, Rylan, Rhett, Jamie-Lee, Ace, Rhidian and Daniella; his brothers, Alex (Daire) Ceh and Gordon (Kathy) Ceh; his step–sister, Lee (Alan) Hopkinson; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family as well as the many friends he made throughout his lifetime.

He was predeceased by Carolyn Ceh in 1982 and his wife, Joan Ceh in 2012.

A Celebration of John’s life was held on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 1 pm in the Bellevue Legion with Pastor Bill White officiating.

Donations in memory of the late John Martin Ceh may be directed towards Hillcrest Fish & Game (PO Box 125, Hillcrest, AB T0K 1C0).

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