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A local car show was held at NAPA in Blairmore on Thursday, October 1st. This small show has been held multiple other times this summer and provides a great opportunity to local car owners to show off their wheels. Many different vehicles are showcased at the event including cars, trucks and motorcycles. If the weather is nice enough again this week, residents will once again be able to show off their vehicles at the NAPA parking lot.

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The Pass Beer Co. has received a large amount of support from the Crownsest Pass Community since it opened earlier this year.

Co-owner Tony Radvak says the support they received has been nothing short of amazing.

“It's been good. The community has been awesome for us. We've been well received. We've had a huge amount of support. At the end of the day I feel we've received more support than I was expecting.”

The opening of Pass Beer Co. hasn’t come without some challenges for co-owners Radvak and Kieran Thomas.

“None of us are restaurant owners. This is our first kick at it. It’s a whole new experience.

Our team was built around who we were hiring and their expertise and experience for the front end,” said Radvak.

“We weren't ready to brew as much as we had to. We're at year three or four volumes already. We had to add the two tanks in the middle of summer to try and keep up. We've only sold one keg outside of the brewery so far.

Everything else has been out of our taps,” said Thomas.

Radvak says despite the challenges along the way, he’s proud of what they’ve been able to create.

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The Pass Beer Co has experienced a great amount of support since thier opening. The restaurant and brewery recently won six awards at this year’s Best of Crowsnest awards. The owners say they are very pleased with how things have gone so far.

“We couldn't be more proud of what we did in our own aspects of the build.”

The support Pass Beer Co. has received shone through in this year’s Best of Crowsnest Awards.

The restaurant and brewery won six awards including best atmosphere, best bar, best business sign, best customer service, best patio and best innovative idea during Covid-19 with their take out window.

Radvak says he’s incredibly pleased with those award wins.

“We're so happy. It just shows that we were well received here. We just love being here and being a part of the community. It's a wonderful place.”

Thomas says he believes their long awaited opening was worth the wait and well received.

“We took our time and tried to make it right.

I know some people were frustrated that we were

taking so long but I think it was worth the wait,” said Thomas.

Radvak says the Pass Beer Co. is here to stay and adds he’s open to any ideas customers may have to enhance the experience.

“We're all in for the community. We're here and we're here to stay. We want to have some fun and make this a great venue. If there's any ideas or suggestions out there that people want to see, we're all for ideas.”

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In the lIne of fIre Between September 28 and October 5, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 62 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

Five (5) assaults, three (3) threats/harassments, four (4) mischief (vandalism), three (3) thefts, two (2) disturbing the peace, one (1) other criminal codes, four (4) other provincial statutes, twelve (12) driving complaints, six (6) motor vehicle collisions, three (3) assistance to general public, five (5) suspicious occurrences, four (4) assistance to other agencies, three (3) 911 calls (invalid), one (1) false alarm, three (3) animal calls, one (1) municipal bylaws and two (2) lost and found.

Break and Enter On September 29th, 2020, there was a complaint of a break and enter into a camper at Island Lake campground.

Personal items were taken and some have been recovered.

Abandoned Tractor On October 1st, 2020, there was a complaint of an abandoned tractor leaking diesel in the Lille area behind Frank Slide Center. It was determined that the tractor was stolen. Alberta Environment attended the scene for cleanup. The tractor was removed from the area.

Hit and Run On October 1st, 2020, there was a complaint of a hit and run to a parked vehicle. The incident occurred in the Crowsnest Pass area. Damage was done to the front of a 2004 Audi car. It occurred within past few days.

Assault On October 2nd, 2020, at approximately 5:20 PM, there was a report of an assault at a residence in Lundbreck.

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Police attended with assistance of Pincher Creek RCMP and Piikani RCMP and police service dog members. A 29-year-old male was arrested and charged with numerous charges including aggravated assault, assault with weapon, possess controlled substance, resisting peace officer and possession of stolen property. Justice hearing was held and he was remanded in custody for Court.

Disturbance On October 3rd, 2020, there was a complaint of a disturbance at a bar in Blairmore.

Numerous people were fighting.

Lost Licence Plate On October 3rd, 2020, there was a report of a lost licence plate from a vehicle in Blairmore.

Vandalism On October 3rd, 2020, there was a complaint of vandalism and theft from

The Simple Raven’s Post

by Avner Perl

Fake new and the alternative realities When I was little the place to learn the news was the barbershop in town. Another place was the garage where the guys were waiting for their vehicles talking about the news. In the evening the men would come home and tell their wives the news, and thus public opinion was formed.

When I went to school additional news became available from newspapers and a few people even had radios. The mass media began to generate public opinion.

Media became regulated and forced to express opinions and counter opinions. I remember clearly that time, but shortly after the regulations were removed. For a while, we had rules regarding presenting provable facts, and that changed. The market and self-regulating were assumed to do the job, but didn’t. People quit believing the news.

Fast forward a few years and advertising became an industry. Now the whole civilized world was connected, and the “professionals” understood more about human nature and how it could be manipulated. The Nazi party in Germany, the Communist party in the USSR, and the Fascists in Italy understood it sooner than others, but the rest followed closely behind. Coca Cola did as well.

By the time I become an adult marketing, statistics, and mass media were established and corporate entities could manufacture consent legally and efficiently. What we thought was “democracy” changed into a race of who can purchase most influence, and the people didn’t even notice. All major aspects of our lives fell victim to manipulation, often for monetary gain or political power.

Soon after, the age of Artificial Intelligence dawned, and people’s emotions became hackable. A small fraction of people with the right kind of knowledge can influence the masses while only being checked by similar groups competing against them. The folks who are manipulated don’t even know the name of the game they are playing.

I get irritated by people around me who become emotional about their families and brag about their kids while disregarding the future of the world. They wish to have the economic benefits that come from the “throwaway society” and the eternal economic growth while knowing that their kids will pay the price. It is not the monetary debts that will kill our kids and grandkids, it is the ecological debts that will do it. The quick profits from genetically modified foods, expanding carbon pollution, and eroding democratic systems are the enemy. Yet the highly politicized voting pub-

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It occurred over the past six days.

Vehicle Vandalized On October 4th, 2020, at approximately 12 AM, there was a complaint of a broken back window of a vehicle parked in a parking lot in Blairmore, which occurred recently.

Theft On October 4th, 2020, there was a complaint of theft from work trucks parked on main street Blairmore. Power line tools and an orange Stihl chainsaw worth approximately $4,000 were taken.

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.

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lic is eager to face off against each other, each claiming that the other is fake news.

The field of marketing and shaping public opinions grew mostly with minor consideration for ethics. The business side paid for the discoveries and growth. People were the product, and later personal information became a commodity. Lying is now a strategy and opposing it is called fake news.

Just recently the masses have been introduced to something called alternate reality. It has been discussed in physics and philosophy, and in the hands of the less intelligent people became a tool for lying. The concept existed for thousands of years, yet now under the heading of Quantum Physics made a comeback. We can prove in modern laboratories that the most minute particles of reality are subject to human thought. Bang, we have objective reality, time, and space, behaving differently when observed or acted upon by human thought.

Alternate realities existed forever and still exist in primitive cultures. It is not some popular figure spewing lies pretending it is truth; it is the hardcore reality upon which religions and past civilizations were built and thrived. It is an alternate reality.

The Hellenistic Greek culture that we mimic, was living in what we call an alternate reality. Their reality comprised a model in which individuals didn’t exist separately but as a part of their family. Our capitalistic rugged individualism mixed with that culture where Gods were real, at the beginning of the industrial age that later became the technological era.

Now I watch some rich and famous people destroying the world for short personal gains. They claim that anyone who opposes them is fake news or that their alternate reality is different than the rest.

I believe in alternate realities. We don’t see reality as it is, and Lord help us if we did.

What I do know is that if I jump in front of a moving truck to grab a pile of money, my wonderful life will end. I refuse to follow those who regularly lie regardless of how big a reward they offer. They can show me money and power, tell me that foreigners are cheating or whatever they want. They can tell me they are my friends and try to bribe me. I am not jumping in front of moving vehicles or off a tall building.

I trust news that matches my reality as I see it without incredible explanations.

I see someone messing up; I want them to clean it. A person is speeding around people, slow down. Someone selling dangerous goods, stop it. Cheating on taxes, prove that you didn’t. Careless about spreading contagious disease, pay for treatment, and damages. I think in simple terms. You break you pay and the rest is fake news.

I am old now and I know some simple facts. You get more flies with honey than with a hummer. You lead by good example. Children of thieves steal easily, and those who receive give help to others. You want power if you don’t enjoy working. You seek respect if you don’t act respectfully. Cheaters suspect all others of cheating. Lazy people try to force others to work more for less and so on.

Yes, there is fake news and alternate realities exist, and we can tell which is what if we are honest about it.

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What to do to prepare your garden for winter Submitted

Gardens provide an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In fact, many gardening enthusiasts typically cannot wait for the spring thaw so they can spend the next several months tending to their plants under the warm sun. But a gar-

dener’s work is never truly done, and the work to make gardens stun in the spring actually begins during the preceding fall.

Preparing gardens for winter is an important step that can help homeowners ensure their gardens return to full strength in the spring.

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• Remove weeds and debris. Weeds and debris are unsightly and detrimental to plant life in spring, but they also can be harmful in the winter.

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• Prepare the soil.

The Farmer’s Almanac advises homeowners to gently till the soil in their gardens so they can expose any insects before they settle in for the winter. Once garden soil is exposed, add a layer of compost, leaves, aged manure, and, if necessary, lime, gently tilling it into the soil. According to the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, the only accurate way to determine if lawn or garden soil needs lime is to test it. Lime makes soil less acidic and reduces soil pH. Low soil pH makes it hard for certain plants to grow, but acidic soil is ideal when growing blueberries. Test the soil for lime and amend it depending on what you hope to grow in the spring so it’s ready to thrive when winter ends.

• Remove dead or

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Most commonly overlooked winter car maintenance tips (NC) As the colder weather rolls around, it’s important to stay on top of your car maintenance to protect your vehicle and ensure it runs smoothly all season long.

Here Jodi Lai, editor-inchief at autotrader.ca shares her checklist of top winter car care tips that can’t be overlooked.

Performance It’s absolutely necessary to invest in winter tires, even if your vehicle has all-wheel drive. Designed with more aggressive tread patterns and softer, more pliable compound, winter tires provide improved traction on cold and slippery surfaces. Make sure to check the wear of your winter

tires, if there’s not enough tread left, they won’t be able to do their job effectively. They should also be well pressurized and inflated. Rapid temperature fluctuations can dramatically impact your tire pressure and driving with low pressure can negatively impact your mileage and tires’ ability to grip ice and snow. Conduct a battery test to measure capacity and get it replaced if it isn’t up to the mark. Resist the urge to skimp on a regular vehicle inspection, which is integral to getting your suspension, brakes and overall car health checked.

Visibility Visibility can be a

major issue during the snowy season, so do everything you can to avoid adding to the problem. Treat the outside of all your windows with a water-repelling solution, which helps ensure better visibility during wet weather. Clean your headlights and taillights and replace bulbs for maximum light assistance, and consider fitting winter wiper blades.

Wiper blades should typically be replaced at least twice a year for maximum efficiency.

Fluids Check antifreeze and inspect the thermostat and radiator cap. Check that all necessary vehicle fluids are topped up and

try replacing engine coolants every two years.

Make sure you examine the oil levels and consider switching to synthetic oil to enhance flow even in low temperatures. Check your owner manual to confirm that you are using the right oil for optimal engine performance.

Safety Prepare an emergency road kit in an event of breakdown. Include essentials like a shovel, booster cables, blanket, warm clothing, gloves and flashlight, among other necessities. If you reuse the same kit every year, remember to check that the items are still functional.

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Editorial In the past I have struggled starting in August. I get a break through September and then get hit again in October and November, then I have holidays to catch my breath, and then dreaded Valentine’s Day hits me.

You are probably wondering what the significance of those months means to me.

I lost my dad on August 25. Fifteen months later, I lost my mom on November 8 and 15 months after that, I lost Buddy on February 14. In between those, I acknowledge my brother’s death on October 15.

This year in August I made a conscious decision to change my mindset. Instead of pondering that terrible day leading up to the 25 of the month I choose to celebrate the man that was my father. Every day leading up I would try to remember a special memory of that incredible man. He was such a hard worker, often working shift work at the Saratoga gas plant, playing in his band the Lightermen on weekends and also driving for Dicken Bus Line up to Elkview. He worked three jobs so we could have a wonderful lifestyle filled with trips to Las Vegas (I’ve been there 47 times). He would pay for any sport I wanted to try, swim meets every weekend in the summer and he worked to pay for me to play piano, take theory lesson, flute and French Horn lessons and play in the symphony.

My dad would decorate the house every holiday with style, those of you old enough to remember, will smile when I mention our Christmas lights, he would light that house up like it was Las Vegas. He decorated that house until I turned 18.

My parents paid for my first degree in university and help me pay for the second one. These are all memories I chose to concentrate on as the anniversary of his death approached.

On August 25, I woke up and went for a beautiful long run up the Sartoris road to the top. It was a long grinding uphill run of 20 km, but each step I truly felt like I was getting a little closer to heaven. That evening the boys took me to The Pass Beer Co. and we ate pizza, poutine and I had a few beers and we told Papa Willy stories. It was an incredible day, remembering an incredible man.

The anniversary of Ricky, my brother’s, death is coming up in a week. That’s 44 years of “I miss you so much”. When my mom was dying, she told me that she was ready to go. Near the end, she told me that Ricky had come to visit her and she was happy because she had waited so long to see her beloved son. I was happy for her and devastated that I was now the one left all alone while they were all together in Heaven.

I’m going to remember that conversation on that day.

There are some people who have dealt with their grief with such grace, my friends Dean and Debbie Ward, Rhonda and Bruce Jackson, Willie Chorney and Brenda and Jeff Schlender. It’s because of them I had hope that one day I would smile when I said their names. Those days are finally here and although the loss is there the memories take over and I smile.

This year, as I think about Ricky, I looked at my three boys and I can see a little bit of him in each of them. Keiran looks so much like Ricky that my dad, near the end of his life, often mistook the two when Keiran walked in the hospital room to see him. He would say, “Oh, Ricky, it’s so wonderful to see you again.” Keiran took it like a trooper. At that time, he was 16, the same age as Ricky when he died. Keiran also has Ricky’s personality. He lights up a room when he walks into it. His charisma is infectious. Aiden, on the other hand, is brilliant like Ricky and possesses the kindness I hear from everyone, that Ricky exuded.

Aiden is the kindest person I have ever met. Then there’s Quinn, built just like my dad and Ricky. Tall, lanky and strong, he’s an athlete like my brother and hates to lose about as much as Ricky did.

So I guess the reason I wrote this editorial is that although I’m sad, I can, for the first time, see a little bit of my brother in each of my boys and I guess for that reason, I can find some sort of peace. I feel blessed having a little bit of Ricky still in my life through my boys. I’ve realized that I could wallow in grief or chose to consciously celebrate the life of wonderful people I was so blessed to know.

The other day I ran into my friend Claire and her beautiful newborn son and she said to me, “Lisa you look so content, happy and peaceful”, and I said to her, “thank you my friend for the first time in a long, long time I truly am”. I guess it’s written on my face!

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Occupant Restrain Month and sporting events safety AHS

October is Occupant Restraint Month, and with many sports such as hockey returning this season, safety guidelines have been developed to help prevent the risk of COVID-19 transmission.

To save time, space, and be prepared, some parents may be dressing their children in their gear at home ahead of time.

Although this may seem like a great idea, it can be dangerous. For children who are using a car seat or booster seat, the hockey gear can interfere with how the harness or seatbelt system works in the event of a motor vehicle collision.

If the seatbelt or child safety harness is not fitting your child correctly, it cannot protect your child as designed. For example,

wearing a chest pad and hockey pants can add bulk. When you add extra bulk, the harness or belt system may not be tight enough or may not sit properly on your child, potentially causing a child to be expelled from their seat in the event of a crash. Most car seat manuals will have a warning section under ‘securing the child’ that reminds parents about not putting children in heavy winter gear or bulky garments.

We understand the struggle to get kids to sports on time and ready to go, but keeping them safe should always be a number-one priority. According to Alberta Health Services (AHS), by using a child restraint system correctly, you can reduce the risk of injury and death by approximately

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71 per cent (AHS, 2020).

With motor vehicle collisions being the leading reasons for injury-related deaths for children ages 119 in Alberta (Injury Prevention Centre, 2020), it is so vital that we take the time to ensure our children are buckled up correctly.

To help keep your loved ones safe in their seats, opt for thin layers that ensure the harness and belt system function properly. For example, you can still partially dress your child for certain sports at home, starting with base layers. Once you arrive at the arena or another sport stadium, you can start putting on any bulky equipment.

Another tip is to organize your gear ahead of time, making it a smoother process for both you and

your child.

Additionally, ensure your child is using the appropriate car seat for their age, weight, and height.

AHS states that children should remain in their existing seat until they max out the weight or height limit (AHS, 2020). Are you wondering when your child will be safe to transition out of their booster seat? AHS guidelines say a child should be a minimum of 145 cm or 4 feet 9 inches, be able to fit the seat belt properly, and hold that position without slouching the entire car ride (AHS, 2020).

If you would like more information about how to secure your child correctly, or have your car seat inspected, check out the following information and free available car seat clinics.

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There are finally some signs that things are beginning to get back to normal around the world.

While some parts are still seeing large numbers of Covid-19 cases each day, others are seeing case numbers drop.

One of the things I’m paying attention to the most when it comes to Covid-19 is whether fans are being allowed in stadiums and arenas for sporting events.

The NHL recently completed their season in a bubble in Edmonton.

Over the entire course of the playoffs, there were no positive tests for any players or team staff and everyone was tested daily.

The NBA is also close to finishing their season in a bubble in Orlando and has also managed to pull it off with no positive tests.

With those two leagues finishing up, Major League Baseball is a few days into their postseason.

MLB decided not to attempt a bubble and instead have teams fly to each city and play games like any other year.

This was a sort of sense of normalcy as a sports fan seeing a league continue on in their normal format but baseball did run into some problems early on.

When players were first getting to their organizations and cities’ players were testing positive for Covid-19. It wasn’t long before multiple teams were forced to postpone games due to high numbers of players testing positive.

This was the first time I figured baseball would be forced to shut their season down.

After a few weeks of teams being together, the case numbers dropped and they have had success in keeping their players and staff healthy and the season will be completed.

The final question mark was the NFL. Since their seasons start later than all other sports, no one was really sure how they were going to approach the start of their regular season.

It turns out the NFL chose to start like any other year and so far have only had to postpone one game through three weeks of play.

Some NFL teams even have limited numbers of fans in their stadiums and there have been very few positive cases reported.

These signs make me hopeful that soon I’ll be able to attend a WHL game again in Lethbridge.

Of course the first year I’m able to buy season tickets a global pandemic hits.

I’m hopeful that in a few months, people will be able to gather in slightly larger crowds and that I’ll be able to attend a live sporting event.

It hasn’t been a fun stretch for anyone but with more and more areas seeing positive results recently, I’m hopeful we’ll have those soon too.

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coleman Newly refreshed 2 bedroom, main floor apartment condominium. New flooring, paint and newer appliances. Unit is close to laundry room and steps from the backdoor to the parking lot. Affordable, high quality accommodations in beautiful Crowsnest Pass. $105,000 CALL JOHN MLS

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Thank you from the Lonsbury family We would like to say Thank You for all the support this community has given our family during this very difficult time. Thank you for all the prayers, for all the wonderful visits, calls, cards, flowers and food.

Special thanks to Dr. Maritz, Dr. Bell, Dr. Powell, Dr. Cochrane and to all the nursing staff. Also, special thanks to Rev. Nicky Keyworth for all her support and comfort. And, special thanks to Fantin’s Chapels, we truly appreciate all you have done to guide us through this very difficult time.

Sheila Lonsbury, Scott and Karen, Kirsten and Brent, Ian and Sheridin, Shaun and Kayla.

Timberline ridge in Bellevue offers a sunny location, beautiful mountain views and wide paved streets. These prime building lots are available at affordable prices, from $68,000 to $140,000. Large and fully serviced lots have underground power, easy topography, and are ready for the spring building season. Crowsnest Pass offers unparalleled value in the Canadian Rockies. Active, friendly community. CALL JOHN FOR MORE INFORMATION MLS

562-8830 jpundyk@shaw.ca 31 IRonSTone Beautiful bungalow under construction at Ironstone Lookout.

Open floor plan with luxurious finishes. Magnificent mountain views. Unobstructed vista to the south. Two bedrooms up and two down. 3 bathrooms. Kitchen with quartz counter-tops. Spacious media room. Large double car garage and driveway. Hardwood and tile flooring. Main floor laundry. Tremendous value for a luxurious home. Choice of finishes if bought early in the process. The purchase price does not include GST. $419,000 + GST 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. $499,000 CALL JOHN MLS

BelleVUe Fantastic opportunity for commercial location along busy Highway 3. East and West bound traffic access. Currently occupied as a successful fly-fishing shop, known to fly fishermen throughout Canada and the U.S. Can be sold as a business to someone wishing for a change of pace or for a property that can be re-purposed. C1 zoning allows for different opportunities. High traffic volume in front of the property. $435,000 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman Solid 2 bedroom home with a newer 16x26 garage. Located on corner lot, very sunny Coleman location. Great mountain views. Fenced yard and RV parking. Affordable mountain get-away or revenue property. Very solid foundation for home in this price range. Crowsnest Pass offers tremendous opportunity for mountain enthusiasts. $135,000 CALL JOHN MLS

BlaIRmoRe commeRcIal Opportunity for first class office space in busy downtown Blairmore location.

Currently used as a mine office, but may be re-purposed into any other commercial use. Excellent main street location. Current zoning is commercial. $104,000 CALL JOHN MLS

lUnDBRecK HoTel Live and work next to magnificent Alberta Rockies in Lundbreck.

Large cinderblock building includes a restaurant, tavern, seven rooms, plus spacious manager's suite. 1.57 acres of land allows for plenty of parking. Large lawn. Huge garage.

Close to Crowsnest/Castle rec area. Affordable opportunity for a new lifestyle. $210,000 CALL JOHN MLS

24 IRonSTone 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom, bungalow with vaulted ceilings and open floor plan. Hardwood flooring, alder wood cabinets and quartz counters. Stainless steel appliances and gas fireplace. Master suite with large walk-in closet and 3-piece bathroom. Double car garage. Main floor laundry hookups and downstairs laundry. Spacious family room downstairs with wide stairway. Ample parking and beautiful green space. $334,000 CALL JOHN MLS

KananaSKIS WIlDS South facing, stunning mountain views and mature douglas fir trees. Great building site. All services, including water, sewer and high speed internet at property. Special mountain community, northside of the valley above Coleman, just off Kananaskis Hwy. Beautiful 1/3 of an acre fully serviced lot. $119,000 CALL JOHN MLS

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Crowsnest Pass Municpal council briefs DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Ski Society AnnuAl generAl meeting Including proposal to amend bylaws.

Wednesday, november 4 • 6:30 pm elks Hall in Blairmore Public is welcome to attend.

AGM BELLECREST SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22,2020 AT 10:30 BELLECREST SENIOR CENTER

Office AdministrAtOr The Quad Squad is looking for a self-motivated individual to assume the duties of Office Administrator at our office in the Crowsnest Pass. The Applicant should be familiar with accounting programs, paying invoices etc, and computer skills. The ability to work with Microsoft word, excel, webpage, Facebook, and the current email program, raffle and grant applications, related general office and secretarial duties, knowledge of local ATV trails an asset. To work in harmony with the Board of Directors, and to interact with the General Public and Government Officials.

This position is for three days a week, Wednesday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Starting wage is $16.00 Hour.

If you are interested, please send your resume to www.quadsquad.ca For more information please contact Gary Clark, President at 403-753-0029.

This competition ends October 30th, 2020.

The following topics were discussed at the Regular Council Meeting on September 29th, 2020.

Bylaw 1051, 2020 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Urban Utilities and Servicing – Second and Third Reading The proposed amendment is a clarification to Schedule 4, Section 16. Utilities and Servicing, Subsection (d) in Land Use Bylaw 868, 2013. Currently Schedule 4, Section 16 (d) states, " Private sewage disposal systems are not permitted in urban areas.". The proposed amendment further specifies which Land Use Districts constitute 'urban areas' in this regulation. The proposed amendment will not permit private sewage disposal systems in any urban residential land use districts, that being the Residential (R-1), Residential (R-1A), Duplex Residential (R-2), Multiple Residential (R2A), Multiple Residential (R3), Manufactured / Modular Home Communities (R-4), Narrow Lot Residential (R-5), and Comprehensive Ski Village (CSV) land use districts.

The proposed amendment to Schedule 4, Section 16(d) will read, "Private sewage disposal systems are not permitted in urban areas, which includes all areas designated R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A, R-3, R-4, R-5, and CSV." The proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment was initiated through the review and approval of a development permit

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(DP2017-091) for a new dwelling and secondary suite by the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) on May 30, 2018.

The MPC's discussion centered on a Residential (R-1) parcel where Municipal sanitary sewer servicing is not available. The permit application proposed the use of a septic field to address requirements for a sewer disposal system. Due to the potential impacts a septic field may have on York Creek (bounding the subject property on three (3) sides), MPC imposed a condition of the permit's approval that a tank system must be used and that a field system will not be permitted. Furthermore, the condition stated that when a sewer main is extended past the property, the proposed dwelling must be connected to the servicing main at the cost of the property owner. The Applicant appealed the MPC's decision and the conditions of the permit's approval. On August 14, 2018, the Subdivision Appeal Board (SDAB) upheld the Appellant's appeal allowing the Appellant to use a septic tank and field system.

Minutes from the August 14, 2018, SDAB Hearing are attached. At the August 24, 2018, meeting of the MPC, the MPC made a motion to recommend to Council that Schedule 4, Section 16(d) of the LUB be amended to include specific reference to municipal servicing to all R-type land use designations. At the August 26, 2020, meeting of the MPC, Bylaw 1051, 2020, was presented and reviewed by the Commission. Following some discussion, the MPC made a motion to recommend that Council pass Bylaw 1051, 2020.

After short deliberation, Councillor Ward made a motion to pass Second Reading. That motion was carried. Councillor Glavin then made a motion to pass third reading.

That motion was also carried.

Bylaw 1054, 2020 – Frank Wastewater Treatment Plant Borrowing Bylaw – Second and Third Reading Council approved first reading of Bylaw 1054, 2020, Frank Waste-

water Treatment Plant, at the Council meeting held on August 18, 2020. As per the Municipal Government Act, the Bylaw was advertised in the local paper for 2 consecutive weeks, the petition period has closed and no petition was received.

Therefore the borrowing bylaw can proceed with 2nd and 3rd readings. The Frank Wastewater Treatment Plant project has been a planned capital project for a number of years. The project has been designed in phases with funding from other orders of government being approved on a phased bases. The original cost estimate for the project has increased from the original estimate in 2013. Additional funding from other orders of government have been received to partially offset the increased costs for Phase 1 and 3 resulting in the Municipality needing to borrow an additional $1.6 million. The Municipality also received provincial grant funding approval for phase 4 of the project resulting in the need to borrow the Municipal share of $1.4 million. The additional cost for phase 1 and 3 ($8.8 million), and addition of Phase 4 ($3 million) are supported by Provincial/Federal funding of $8.8 million with the balance of $3 million being debentures for a term of twenty-five years with semi annual principal and interest payments. Interest to be assumed within the Wastewater operating budget. Bylaw 1054, 2020 has been created in accordance with sections 251 and 258 of the Municipal Government Act. Section 251 of the MGA outlines what the borrowing bylaw must set out, including the amount of money to be borrowed and, in general terms, the purpose for which the money is borrowed; the maximum rate of interest, the term and the terms of repayment of the borrowing, the source or sources of money to be used to pay the principal and interest owing under the borrowing. It also states a borrowing bylaw must be advertised. Section 258 refers to financing of Capital Property with repayment terms greater than 5 years must be included in

a budget. Section 606(2) of the Municipal Government act states the requirements for advertising as notice of the bylaw must be published at least once a week for 2 consecutive weeks in at least one newspaper or other publication circulating in the area to which the proposed bylaw relates. A notice of a proposed bylaw must be advertised under subsection (2) before second reading. Section 231(3) petition for vote on advertised bylaws and resolutions sets a time limit for filing a petition with the Chief Administrative Officer within 15 days after the last date on which the proposed bylaw was advertised. For a petition to be valid, at least 10% of the electoral population of a municipality must be received. Two previous borrowing bylaws have been issued for the Frank Wastewater Treatment Project. The first bylaw, Bylaw 935, 2015 was passed by Council on October 20, 2015 with a cost of $5 million (Provincial Grant of $3,327,500 and debenture borrowing of $1,672,500). The second bylaw, Bylaw 961, 2016 was passed by Council on September 6, 2016 with a cost of $6 million (Provincial Grant of $3,993,000 and debenture borrowing of $2,007,000). The debenture amount on these two bylaws has been borrowed. The Municipal debt as per the audited financial statement of December 31, 2019 is $6,684,943 annual principal payments for 2020 to 2022 are $334,659, $343,546 and $352,681. If the full $3,000,000 is borrowed based on an interest rate of 2.407% with semi annual payment terms, the principal payments will increase by approximately $88,000 per year.

Bylaw 1055, 2020 – General Committees Bylaw – Second and Third Reading Council has had considerable discussion on the General Committees Bylaw over the last two years on the mandates for each of the advisory committees that will be within this bylaw. After the August 18, 2020 Council discussion, Administration Cont’d on page 14

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DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

October 4-10

This week is fire prevention week in the Crowsnest Pass.

Each year, a different theme is chosen and discussion surrounding that theme is held with parents and kids in the community.

This year, due to Covid-19 Fire Chief Jesse Fox is unsure of how those discussions will take place.

“We're reaching out right now to some of the local schools to see how we can still engage with the students. We find every year that students are the absolute best in delivering a fire prevention message to their parents. Kids are the best educators for that we find so we're trying to figure out what to do for that.”

Fox says this year, the traditional fire prevention day will not be held.

“Normally we have a fire prevention day somewhere in town. We're deciding not to go through with that this year but we're looking at alternate means, which is engaging in a non-traditional sense for 2020.”

This year’s theme focuses on safety in the kitchen.

“The theme gets put

out by the National Fire Prevention Association and the theme this year is serve up fire safety in the kitchen. Fire starts in kitchens I believe account for 49 per cent of fires caused in the home.

Everything from inattention to careless cooking behaviour, trying to operate your gas stoves or ovens while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. That's the theme this year. They're really preventable. Just by taking some minor precautions you can really drive those statistics down.”

Fox says there are simple things people can do to limit their chances of having a kitchen fire.

“You should limit working with any hot oils and greases. Always have a fire extinguisher that's appropriate nearby.

Never put water on grease fires. Also one of the messages that we teach is for your children, teach them how to cook responsibly and bake responsibly. Get engaged with them and show them how to safely do it.

Never cook while you're drowsy. Don't put something on and then have a nap. Maybe you've had some alcohol or drugs, stay out of the kitchen at that point.”

Another thing that Fox says is important is having a family exit strategy in case of a fire.

“Having an exit strategy is something that can be fun for the family to do together. How do you get out and then where do you go afterwards. That's certainly been the focus of many prior years' fire prevention themes. Having not just one way out but two ways out is important. The important part is for the kids to go out and drive this to mom and dad and make a game of it. Make it fun. You don't have to do it every day but if you do it from time to time it'll certainly help you when you do need to get out of your building.”

Fox says that while the week is always positive, he hopes families practice fire prevention year round.

“Fire prevention week is such a nice week but we always want people to be thinking about fire prevention all year.

This is the time we dedicate some focused attention to it but just generally acting in a safe manor in your kitchen is important.”

Fire prevention week will continue to October 10th.

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Serve up Fire Saftey in the Kitchen Cooking • Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries.

Thanksgiving is the leading day for fires involving cooking equipment.

• The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking.

• Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, boiling, grilling, or broiling food.

• If you are simmering, baking, or roasting food, check it regularly and stay in the home.

• Always keep a lid nearby when cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan and turn off the burner.

Leave the pan covered until it’s cool.

• Keep anything that

can catch fire away from your stovetop.

• Loose clothing can hang down onto stove burners and catch fire.

Wear short, close-fitting, or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking.

• Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet (1 metre) around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.

Smoke Alarms • Smoke alarms detect and alert people to a fire in the early stages.

Smoke alarms can mean the difference between life and death in a fire.

• Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half.

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alarms in every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of the home, including the basement.

• Test smoke alarms at least once a month using the test button.

• Make sure everyone in the home understands the sound of the smoke alarm and knows how to respond.

Home Fire Escape Planning and Practice Home fire escape planning should include the following: • Drawing a map of each level of the home, showing all doors and windows • Going to each room and pointing to the two ways out • Making sure some-

one will help children, older adults, and people with disabilities wake up and get out • Teaching children how to escape on their own in case you cannot help them • Establishing a meeting place outside and away from the home where everyone can meet after exiting • Having properly installed and maintained smoke alarms • Pushing the smoke alarm button to start the drill • Practicing what to do in case there is smoke: Get low and go. Get out fast.

• Practicing using different ways out and closing doors behind you as you leave

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• Never going back for people, pets, or things • Going to your outdoor meeting place • Calling 9-1-1 or the local emergency number from a cell phone or a neighbor’s phone Heating • Heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fires during the winter months.

• Space heaters are the type of equipment most often involved in home heating equipment fires.

• All heaters need space. Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet (1 metre) away from heating equipment.

• Have a 3-foot (1metre) “kid-free zone” around open fires and

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• Purchase and use only portable space heaters listed by a qualified testing laboratory.

• Have a qualified professional install heating equipment.

• Maintain heating equipment and chimneys by having them cleaned and inspected by a qualified professional at least once a year.

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jo-Anne Paulsen on September 29, 2020. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Ethel Dobek and is survived by her children, Janet Paulsen and Jillian Paulsen of Calgary, AB., her former husband, Jeff Paulsen, of Blairmore, AB.; her siblings: Elaine (Con) Shandro, Ray (Holly) Dobek, Kelly Dobek, Karen Dobek, Brian (Nicky) Dobek, Gerard (Susan) Dobek, Charlotte (Greg) Boychuk, Basil (Bridget) Dobek, and Claudia (Prem) Domingo, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Having to overcome many challenges since childhood, “Jo� was known best for her true grit, resilience, and tenacity. With a quick-wit and twinkle in her eye, she had a knack for keeping others on their toes! Ever the enthusiast and competitor, she pursued excellence with great zeal and inspired others around her to do the same. In her prime, she was a studious home-maker and had an uncanny ability to make amazing meals and yummy treats for large numbers of people! She liked to initiate toasts at special events and would never turn down the opportunity to give or receive “sugars� (hugs). She had a keen interest for all types of games, creative arts and activities, excelling at gardening, crafts, and puzzle building.

She equally enjoyed reading and choral singing. Spontaneous and playful, she loved going on all types of outings and spending time with her family. She loved hearty chats over cups of tea & lattes and enjoyed indulging in Hallmark movie marathons.

Jo-Anne was intuitive, faith-filled, kind and generous. She wasn’t afraid to face off with bullies and she always rooted for the underdog. She admired the courage of Veterans and those who continue to serve in our Armed Forces. She was an active member of the Chartwell Royal Park community In Calgary, AB., and her compassion for others, enthusiasm and spirit will be missed by many.

Finally free from pain and strife, we are glad Jo is safely home and onto glory with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. We will love you forever, Jo. No funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be given in Jo-Anne’s memory to “Little Warriors� (https://littlewarriors.ca) “Be Brave Ranch� Sherwood Park, AB. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

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~ OBITUARIES ~ ROSIE GETTMAN (nee Nimcan)

Obituary

December 11, 1928 ~ September 27, 2020

She’s in the Sun, the Wind, the Rain She's in the sun, the wind, the rain, she's in the air you breathe with every breath you take.

She sings a song of hope and cheer, there's no more pain, no more fear.

You'll see her in the clouds above, hear her whisper words of love.

You'll be together before long, until then listen to her song.

-Christy Ann Martine

The world lost a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunty and friend. Rosie “Rose” Gettman passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of September 26, 2020 at the age of 91 years. Born on December 11, 1928, Rose was born in Coleman, Alberta where she was raised and resided for the rest of her life; she was the beautiful daughter to Sophie and John Nimcan.

Rose married the love of her life, Joey Gettman on November 27, 1948. The two of them had two loving and caring children, David and Brenda. Rose and Joey were able to share fifty-seven miraculous and beautiful years together before Joey’s passing in September 2005. The two of them shared the love of gardening, cooking (family and friends will always remember Rosie’s delicious meals, especially her perogies, cabbage rolls, cream puffs and puff pastry) and most importantly, spending time together with family and friends.

She taught us all what is really important in life – to love and be loved. She truly enveloped the characteristics of love, kindness, compassion, devotion and understanding. She was a beautiful soul. Family was everything to Grandma Rose. She loved her family more than life itself and this was shown in her daily actions, thoughts, words and deeds.

Rose is survived by her children, David (Colleen) Gettman and Brenda (Phillip) Venier; her grandchildren, Jennifer (Brent Oskoboiny) Gettman, Robert (Emily) Gettman and Shanda (Matthew) Webber; and great-grandchildren, Tanner, Brooke Lynn, Kheelan, Londyn, Braydon, Riley, Evie and Ari. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Gettman; her brothers, Johnny Nimcan and William Nimcan; sister, Olga Sudworth; and parents, Sophie and John Nimcan.

Rose’s family would like to offer our sincere thanks and gratitude to the amazing nurses, staff and caregivers at the long-term care facility at the Crowsnest Pass Hospital who gave such wonderful care to our mother and grandmother over the last two years of her life.

Last but certainly not least, it was Rose’s last wish to give thanks to her “earth angel”, her daughter, Brenda. Brenda brought love and light each day to our mom and grandma in the hospital over the last two years, visiting her, caring for her, reminiscing of family memories and spreading compassion and love to not only Rose, but as well as to many of the residents in the long-term care facility who had no family. Grandma was so grateful for your selflessness, empathy and kind-heartedness; you are admired and loved.

Rose’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren are all a testament of her love and devotion. Rose truly was grateful to have had visits over the past two years from all her family – children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren from Sherwood Park, Australia and Lethbridge. Their love and memories shared will continue to live on in our hearts and now in the heart of an angel.

She is at peace and finally reunited with the love of her life, Joey, her husband and her cherished family.

We are all better off for having knowing her. It was a privilege to be a part of her life. On the wings of the angels - may she fly free.

As per Rose’s request, no service will be held. Should friends desire, contributions may be sent to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation in Edmonton. Condolences can be sent to Fantin’s Funeral Home Fantin’s Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 562-8555

Crowsnest Pass Municpal council briefs continued from pg. 8 amended the proposed bylaw to remove the two committees that are still being discussed so that the bylaw can move forward for the remaining committees. Administration will schedule time for Council to have further discussion on the Governance and Priorities Committee as well as the Protective Services Advisory Committee and then if needed, draft an amending bylaw to include them within 1055, 2020. While there is still discussion occurring around the mandates of the Governance and Priorities Committee and the Protective Services Advisory Committee, this has prevented the bylaw from proceeding for the other committees. To allow Council adequate time to deliberate on how they see these two committees in the future, Administration has amended the proposed bylaw by removing

these two committees at this time. After a decision has been made, an amending bylaw can be drafted to include them within the General Committees Bylaw.

Councillor Ward brought up that he would also like to see the Social Economic Committee and the Community Marketing Committee have more discussion as well. Fellow Councillors agreed and Councillor Ward made a motion to move ahead with second reading. That motion was carried.

Councillor Ward then asked that third reading be moved to the October 6th Regular Council Meeting.

That was approved.

Bylaw 1058, 2020 – Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Comprehensive Ski Village District: Zero (0) Lot Line Setback – First Reading

Administration is recommending a text amendment to the Land Use Bylaw to reduce the minimum front-yard setback in the Comprehensive Ski Village (CSV) Land Use District from 3.0 m. (10 ft.) to a zero lot line setback. Due to constraints posed by the mountainous terrain and steep sloping nature of parcels located in Southmore, to meet the existing setback requires extensive excavation of shale bedrock, which reduces the viability of development in this District. Recently, the Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) reviewed and approved Development Permit No. DP2020-076 for a Single-Family Dwelling in Southmore, a subdivision of Blairmore. Development standards and regulations in Southmore are governed by the Comprehensive Ski Village (CSV) Land Use District.

The CSV District was exclusively created for development in Southmore.

No other parcels within the Municipality are designated as CSV. The minimum front-yard setback in the CSV District is 3.0 m. / 10 ft.. The Applicant proposed a zero (0) frontyard setback, meaning the front façade of the dwelling would be constructed at the property line such that the eaves do not encroach into the right-of-way (Municipal boulevard).

The zero (0) frontyard setback was proposed due to the mountainous terrain and steep sloping nature of the parcel, which poses significant and onerous challenges for development by restricting the potential developable area and requiring extensive excavation of the shale bedrock to meet the existing minimum 3.0 m. / 10 ft. front-yard setback.

There is approximately 4.04 m. / 13.26 ft. of Municipal boulevard between the back of the curb and the parcel's front property line (those property lines abutting the roadway (Southmore Place)). Even with a zero (0) front-yard setback, if a dwelling is approved to be constructed at the property line, it will appear to be setback approximately 4.04 m. / 13.26 ft. from the Southmore Place. The subdivision of Southmore was originally approved with an engineered grading plan prepared by Cicon (Cicon, 2008).

Each individual parcel was provided a lot grading slip that identified the area of the parcel suitable for development.

However, when the CSV District was created, the development standards, specifically the front-yard setbacks, were not consistent with those identified

in the engineered grading plans. Administration expects that similar onerous site conditions will exist on other parcels in Southmore.

This extent of variance requires the preparation of notices, reports and agendas to adjacent landowners and the MPC and a 21-day appeal period, all of which adds approximately six weeks to the application process for what should be a much shorter permitted use application process.

Reducing the frontyard setback standard in the CSV District will address this matter and enable the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass to process development permits in a timeframe that is more conducive to a development friendly approach.

After a short discussion, Councillor Filipuzzi made a motion for first reading of the bylaw. That motion was carried.

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~ Learning for Life ~ DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Council were provided and update on the Learning for Life Ready for Change Initiative at their latest council meeting on September 29th.

John Taylor, one of the spearheads of the project, spoke to council on what has all been done so far and where they hope to continue working in the future.

Taylor says the process has been positive so far.

"It's been a great process. As you recall from the first time I talked to you, principals from the three schools got together in 2018 and decided that they wanted to engage the community, talk about education and how better we can work with the community to help our students with their learning."

After the first steps were taken, Taylor says a committee was formed to further the process.

"From there we created a committee. We met with about 13 people on that, representing different points of view and experiences within the community. We talked generally to different community groups about what they would like to see. We got in touch with Mount Royal University who are experts in the area of systems change and we asked them to get involved so we worked with them and this group of 13 over the fall while we raised money to get everything going."

Taylor says it wasn't long before they realized how big this project was getting.

"At the end of the summer and into the fall it was clear that we were looking at a much larger project than we originally envisioned.

We wanted to take a look at the community as a system and started a system change process."

After the primary foundation was formed, more phases of the project began.

"The first phase was system mapping. We were taking a look at the community as a system. When you think about a system, you think about different elements with a common purpose and the relationships between those elements. The very first workshop we did in April of 2019 was an introduction to systems thinking so that people would be on the same wavelength and have the same language to talk about this process."

Taylor said following the first workshop, there were then three mapping workshops in May, June and October of 2019 that were used to further engage the community.

"The whole idea was to try and get people's different views together to identify the question and get some ideas about what the community wanted to see and

identify the barriers that were in the way."

Taylor says they came up with a question to see where they could make positive steps moving forward.

"The question we were looking at was, recognizing the significance of the changes in the Crowsnest Pass and the world around us, how might we create a resilient, connected and thriving learning community that recognizes and builds on our assets."

Taylor says that through the process of answering the question, more people wanted to see the scope of the project spread out.

"When we first started it was about children and youth and preparing them for the future, which is still a very big part of it but what the community wanted to see was that everybody, no matter what age and stage of life they're at had access to powerful learning experiences."

Taylor says that there were four themes that came from the discussions as well.

Those themes were shared visions and engagement, inclusion and support, education and learning and economic development.

Taylor says he's happy with the number of people who have been involved so far.

"There's around 140 people that have been involved in the process since we started. It's not an insignificant number. There are quite a few people who have been giving a lot of information and have been sharing their time."

The next step was to map out the ideas that were provided after the first part of phase one.

"We had all these ideas and then to see the relationships between these ideas, we had to map them out. So there were lots of exercises taking a look at what the issue was and what the outcome would be and how they connected. That's when we started to do the maps.

What we ended up with was a whole series of maps."

Taylor says there were some key points that came out of the mapping.

"The critical points that came out of the first phase was a sense of belonging and connection the the community, value of youth and youth voices, supporting the `changing needs and interests of youth and the ability to adapt learning approaches to the changing world."

Taylor says that's where phase two began.

"In the second phase was dealing with the youth.

We entered into a social innovation lab. It's about getting people from different sectors working across their sector and collaborating with each other to come up with solutions that support everybody's agenda."

The social innovation

lab was forced to move virtual due to Covid-19 but Taylor says the youth of the community were big drivers in continuing the work.

"We asked the young people if they would like to get involved and keep it going and they all said yes.

We moved online and had another guide group and we came up with another question for this phase and it was how might we increase the youth's sense of belonging and connection to the community of the Crowsnest Pass?"

Taylor says this phase includes many different groups.

"This phase we had a steering group and then because it's focused on youth we created another group of young people from grade 4 to grade 11 and they formed a guide group as well. Then we had two prototyping groups that took the idea's and picked the best ones to try out. We're getting to that stage now where we're identifying where the action is going to happen and how we're going to make it work before testing them."

Taylor says four themes came out of the second question regarding youth.

"One of them was around belonging, another was connection to community, the third was place making and then the third was returning."

The focus is now shifting to the ideas for building on.

Currently, Taylor says they are looking into and focusing on opportunities for youth, resources and support, things designed by youth, relationship building and creating spaces for youth.

Taylor says they have reached the point where the youth are focused on two ideas.

"We're at the stage now where these are the two ideas they want to focus on.

The one idea is around how a school could become a base camp and community as a classroom. Getting outside into the real world and getting a taste for it so we can prepare them for the future, that's the one thing they want to focus on. The other one is finding ways to engage the older youths. How do we motivate and engage them to do that. This is where we've left off. That's where we'll pick it up this year once we get started again and the process has been very empowering I think."

Councillor Sygutek has also been involved with the process and says she believes this is something the municipality should continue to help fund moving forward.

Council will now discuss the idea of including a space of $5,000 in the budget to help continue to push this project forward.

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How are you really doing?

Chidinma OkOli What comes to mind when you hear the question how are you really doing? While thinking about an answer, there could be a feeling of excitement, happiness, anxiety, or sadness. And that is totally okay. Like physical health, everyone has a state of mental health.

Mental health is about being aware of one’s feelings and the ability to cope with normal stresses of life. No one’s life is perfect, so mental health is about learning some coping skills to deal with life’s ups and downs. Developing caring relationships and a supportive community all contribute to mental health and improved quality of life.

People in our networks can offer practical help, resourceful information, emotional and physical support, and alternative points of view.

It takes courage to reach out to others, but understand that social support can help protect us from harmful effects of stress

and improve our mental health. Recognize when you could use a helping hand and make use of your network and community resources, then give back by making simple connections with people. This can help build resiliency and strength to cope with life’s challenges and bounce back from adversity.

Here are some helpful tips on how to make connection with others in the community: - Share a meal or coffee together (uninterrupted by devices or TV) - Sign-up to volunteer in the community - Go for a walk with your neighbor or coworker - Ask a friend how their day is going and genuinely listen - If you are worried about a friend, encourage him/her to reach out for help and check in often - Share your interests, talents or skills with others - When mowing your lawn or shoveling

your sidewalk, say hi or engage in some small talk when you see a neighbour - Children and teens could utilize afterschool activities from places such as the YMCA - If you are aware that a neighbour is ill or has experienced a trauma, visit them and provide support with a listening ear or take some food to them.

Mental Illness Awareness Week runs October 4 – 10, and this could be an opportunity to kick off connecting with your community.

For more information on simple connections stronger communities, visit: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/info/amh/if-amh-sc sf-community-connections-handout.pdf Chidinma Okoli is a Health Promotion Facilitator in Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services. She can be reached by email, chidinma.okoli@ahs.ca

The Team at the RBC Royal Bank in Blairmore would like to congratulate all the winners of the 2020 Best of Crowsnest Chamber Awards.

We would also like to say a big Thank You to the Crowsnest Pass for choosing us as your Best Financial Institution for the third time.

We are proud to be a part of this community and appreciate your recognition! ~ Vanessa, Diane, Jo-Anne, Malaiya, Melinda, and Rachel

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South Zone Covid-19 Update DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

ALL NUMBERS ARE UP TO DATE AS OF Monday October 5.

Province wide, there have been 18,935 cases to date. Of these cases, 1,783 are active. 280 people have died from the virus.

The number of cases in the South Zone by area is as follows: South Zone total: To date, there have been 1,859 total cases in the south zone. 1,786 people have recovered from Covid-19 in the south zone. There are currently 47 active cases in the south zone.

There are no active outbreaks in the south zone.

Here is the community breakdown of cases in the south zone.

Crowsnest Pass: 2 cases reported, 0 cases are active, 2 case recovered.

Pincher Creek: 27 cases reported, 0 cases active, 25 cases recovered and 2 deaths.

Fort Macleod: 33 cases reported, 0 cases active, 30 cases recovered and 3 deaths Claresholm: 18 cases reported, 0 cases active, 18 cases recovered.

C a r d s t o n County/Kainai: 106 cases reported, 2 cases active, 99 cases recovered and 5 deaths.

County of Warner: 63 cases reported, 1 case active, 61 cases recovered and 1 death.

Lethbridge: 183 cases reported, 12 cases are active, 169 cases recovered and 2 deaths.

Lethbridge County: 66 cases reported, 17 cases active, 49 cases recovered MD of Taber: 44 cases reported, 2 cases active, 42 cases recovered City of Brooks: 1,132 cases reported, 3 cases active, 1,120 recovered and 9 deaths.

County of Newell: 33 cases reported, 1 case active, 30 cases recovered and 2 deaths.

County of Forty Mile: 40 cases reported, 5 cases active, 35 cases recovered Cypress County: 33 cases reported, 2 cases active, 31 cases recovered.

Medicine Hat: 83 cases reported, 2 cases active, 79 cases recovered and 2 deaths.

Oyen: 13 cases reported, 0 cases active and 13 case recovered.

Vulcan: 50 cases reported, 2 active, 46 recovered and 2 deaths.

Albertans with symptoms • You are legally required to isolate for a minimum of 10 days if you have a cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose,

or sore throat that is not related to a pre-existing illness or health condition.

• The mandatory isolation period is 10 days from the start of symptoms, or until symptoms resolve, whichever takes longer.

Tested positive for COVID-19 • You are legally required to isolate for a minimum of 10 days if you have tested positive for COVID-19.

• Isolation period is for 10 days from the start of symptoms, or until symptoms resolve, whichever takes longer.

Have symptoms but tested negative for COVID-19 • If you tested negative and have known exposure to COVID-19, you are legally required to isolate for 14 days.

• If you tested negative and have no known exposure to the virus, you are not legally required to isolate. However, it is important to stay home until your symptoms resolve so that you do not infect others.

Close contacts of confirmed cases • You are legally required to isolate for 14 days and monitor for symptoms

if you are a close contact of a person who tested positive for COVID-19 (provides care, lives with or has close physical contact without appropriate use of personal protective equipment, or comes into direct contact with infectious body fluids) • If you become sick with cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose or sore throat during this time, you must isolate for an additional 10 days from the beginning of symptoms or until you are feeling well, whichever takes longer.

Travellers • You are legally required to isolate for 14 days if you return to or enter Alberta from outside Canada.

• If you become sick with cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose or sore throat during this time, you must isolate for an additional 10 days from the beginning of symptoms or until you are feeling well, whichever takes longer.

How to isolate If you are in mandatory isolation: • Stay home – do not leave your home or attend work, school, social events or any other public gatherings.

• Avoid close contact with people in your household, especially seniors and people with chronic conditions or com-

promised immune systems.

• You are prohibited from taking public transportation like buses, taxis or ride-sharing.

• Do not go outside for a walk through your neighbourhood or park.

This includes children in mandatory isolation.

• You can get fresh air in your backyard, if you have one, but you must remain on private property not accessible by others.

• If you live in an apartment building or highrise, you must stay inside and cannot use the elevators or stairwells to go outside. If your balcony is private and at least 2 metres away from your closest neighbour's, you may go outside on the balcony.

Exemption for testing and emergency care If you or a minor child is in mandatory isolation and need COVID-19 testing, critical care for pre-existing medical conditions or emergency care, carefully follow the rules in the exemption orders.

• Pre-arrange your appointment and leaving your isolation area only on the date and at the time of your appointment.

• Follow all instructions provided by 811 or health-care providers.

• Use private transportation where practical.

• Maintain physical distance from others when

shared transportation is necessary – travel directly to your appointment with no stops.

• Follow instructions provided by 911 if you require emergency care.

Residents can also download the Covid-19 exposure tracing features on smart phones and apps like AB trace together, which can anonymously notify people that they may have been exposed utilizing Bluetooth. Many healthcare professionals feel this is of huge benefit to anyone and everyone that has a smart phone and will help slow the spread of the virus in our community.

Albertans are encouraged to wear non-medical masks in public when it's difficult to maintain physical distancing of 2 metres at all times.

Wearing a homemade or non-medical mask in public is another tool to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

It hasn’t been proven that masks protect the person wearing it, but it can help protect people from being exposed to your germs.

Masks should complement – not replace – other prevention measures.

Continue physical distancing and good hand hygiene, and stay home when sick.

WE WISH 2020 WAS FAKE NEWS, TOO. Happy National Newspaper Week to the readers who need it most.

OCTOBER 4-10TH, 2020

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Herald Serving the CnP SinCe 1930

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Looking Back

Last Tuesday there was a lot of going’s on down at the Crowsnest Museum. I was tipped off that some big moves were in the works. Those moves involved PJB Crane Service and Manitoulin Transport both out of Sparwood. Their challenge that day, which was pretty damn tricky, was to maneuver a massive 100 ton crane and two flatbed trucks into the museum’s not-so-wide west side yard. There they were to lift, load and transport three large mining artifacts to pre-prepared sites in Blairmore.

Those three artifacts were all mining related items and included a Joy Loader, an Acme Utility Truck and a fire tube boiler. Positioning, lifting, placing and securing these items on flatbeds at the museum and later unloading them in Blairmore took the better part of the day. To watch these professionals perform these tricky moves in a safe and effective manner was a treat.

The Joy Loader lift was just under 23,000 kg. (25 tons) and it was quite the sight to see it suspended in the air for a time. Despite the rating of the crane there are protocols and positioning techniques that come into play for a safe lift.

This required repositioning at times to get the most effective and safe lifting scenario. Otherwise you could find yourself in yet another you-tube crane disaster crash.

The Joy loader was donated to the museum in 1985 by Coleman Collieries Ltd. and saw service in the Vicary underground mines when it was introduced in the 1970’s. Built in 1959, it previously was used in an Ontario salt mine.

Joy loaders were brought into the mining game in later years and were a more effective way to pick up the coal mined in the face of an entry. They are considered the first piece of equipment to be used in modernized underground mining. Joys were eventually replaced by mechanical miners like the one standing at Bellevue, which could mine by itself, ten tons of coal in 60 seconds. Joys were relegated to being more of an assist vehicle in places like Sparwood where they worked in tandem with the mechanical miners to speed up coal mining and movement. Sparwood incidentally has at least a dozen pieces of underground equipment on display and interpreted, including shuttle cars, mechanical miners and a Joy loader.

These loaders are equipped with large oscillating gathering arms that pull the coal into and onto a chain conveyor that runs through the middle of it. I recall watching one in action years ago and it reminded me of a scorpion, which kind of creeped me out! The back end of the Joy has a swiveling tail (getting scorpion creeped out again!) that can be swung over to load a conveyor hopper, shuttle car or in the old days a 3 ton mine car. It had tractor crawlers underneath to move it and was powered by electric motors which required a large power cable. Joys was really handy for getting into tight spaces but if you were not mindful as it moved, it could really do a number on your toes.

The second piece hoisted that day is known as an Acme Utility Truck but those of us familiar with it refer to it as a supply car. I had the opportunity to operate this particular machine at Coleman Collieries B Level mine back in 1967. It was used for hauling 16 foot timbers, roof bolts and plates, lagging, cap pieces and barrels of specialty oils up and into the areas of the two mechanical miners operating in that mine.

It was truly a fun machine to operate. One end had two massive 6 foot long rechargeable batteries and the other end was an 8 foot long box that held the supplies. The supply car was simplicity in itself. There are two seats, facing each other, to facilitate you driving in either direction. There is an on/off power switch, brake pedals for each direction and a pair of small levers to activate the wheels. The wheels are chain driven by large electric motors and each side operates independently. So if you push both levers forward, both sets of wheels rotate forward, and if you pull back on the levers you go backwards. If you wanted to turn around, if there was room, one merely pulled one lever forward and one backward and around and around you would go. Now doesn’t that sound like fun.

In the mine where I operated this machine it was tasked with climbing up a 30 degree pitch, which they soon discovered was problematic because of spinning out. So the entire supply entry, which parallels the belt entry, had 3 inch planking laid down and expanded metal (catwalk) added on top for tire gripping. That was one expensive roadway I can tell yah.

The supply car could only go so far and after that an air tugger was used to pull supplies further up the pitch to the mining faces. There is a very similar air tugger displayed at the museum which I also operated. The cable for it was attached to what we referred to as a scow which was a flat bottomed pan with curved sides that timbers could be laid onto and then held tightly to it with a come along. You could not see where it was going or when it was at Photos from top: Fire tube boiler hoist in tight confines, the end pulley so a small bell system was used to warn the operator.

The third artifact is an odd looking contraption but was very commonly used in mining and in logging camp Supply car and boiler moving out, Tricky Joy Loader hoist at Kids Trail, Joy and supply car in place at trail head, Acme operations. The fire tube boiler was typically used to generate steam for power generation or air compressors for the mine. It is not unusual to run into one of these abandoned relics out in the bush all throughout Alberta and BC. They supply car simple controls.

John Kinnear photos had a firebox at one end which was stoked with coal or wood in order to send heated gases into the chamber that contained multiple water-filled tubes. The water in the tubes was turned to steam which in turn is drawn off and used to drive generators or compressor pumps.

This particular boiler was used by West Canadian Collieries at their Cougar Valley Mine (North Greehills Property) and was given over to the Frank Slide Center some time after the mines closure. It was eventually placed on permanent loan to the museum in 1991.

These three remnants of a bygone era are now comfortably resting on secure pads at the trail head for the new Kids Corner bike trail. I swung by the trail the day after their placement and walked its length to see what it was all about. It is a marvelous effort with many winding turns, banked corners and wood ramps for the younger bikers to burn around.

Sections of the trail carry interesting mining related monikers like Let’s Get Adit , Super Deluxe and Mine Your Line. I was told also that there is a tamer section for the younger gang called Sponge Bob. I found myself running around the trail as if I was on a bike, imagining what it is like to speed through its course. It turned me into a kid again, laughing and running with abandon around its tightly banked curves. This trail is a terrific addition to the UROC effort in the area.

Recently I walked part of their multi-year and still ongoing trail effort, up along the east side of the ski hill, and was so impressed. Not sure what drives their naming conventions though. Some of them are pretty crazy, like Double Dirt-Spresso, Knotty Flo, Jiffy Pop and so on. I have yet to head up Chainsaw Massacre to the top of the ski hill or down Buck 50 to the bottom. But before the snow flies I will definitely try out the Powder Keg-York Connector that goes from the top of the ski hill over to the York Creek staging area. You can be sure I will be packing my bear spray on that one. Everyone should pack one these days.

All in all it is nice to see such collaborative efforts like this. Bringing the museum to the people. I’m told UROC will be issuing a press release on the why’s, how’s and wherefore’s of the Kid’s Corner mining interpretive effort so I’ll leave it to them to fill in the blanks. There is no denying that UROC has brought Joy to the Kids Trail in more ways than one!

By John Kinnear

Mining Equipment Hits the Trail

Author's Note: Look to the on-line for a lot more great pics of this fascinating move. I just noticed that there is no leg room on that supply car seat, so I guess I just put my feet up on the other seat! Rather rough ride.

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