Riding across Canada to promote PTSD Awareness The ride, which began in 2017, starts the first Monday in August in Halifax and ends in Burnaby on the 20th. A late luncheon was hosted by the Bellevue Legion john kinnear Feature Writer Fifty first class motorcyles rolled into Bellevue Wednesday afternoon on a cross Canada ride to promote awareness of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The ride , which began in 2017, starts the first Monday in August in Halifax and ends in Burnaby on the 20th. A late luncheon was hosted by the Bellevue Legion and then this group of dedicated service people headed for Cranbrook with an eight motorcycle Sheriffs Department escort to the BC border. The ride is referred to as the Rolling Barrage and its mission is to, “Create and maintain a community of support for Canadian Armed Forces, RCMP, First Responders, Safety Community, and Emergency Healthcare Providers, to show strength and unity, and to combat the effects of PTSD”. The name “Rolling Barrage” comes from Vimy Ridge which is commonly recognized as Canada’s birthplace on the world stage, as our four Divisions that fought together for the first time during the Great War. Success at Vimy was realized, not just because of the tenacity of its soldiers but because it employed techniques developed by Canadians, like its brilliant use of artillery fire. That rolling barrage of fire allowed the attackers to walk up the hill under its cover and take control within a short time frame. See more photos on page 12.
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The Bellevue Legion hosted a light luncheon and then this group of dedicated service people headed for Cranbrook with an eight motorcycle Sheriffs Department escort to the BC border.
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Council hears
resident’s road and sewer concerns Nick AlleN Pass Herald Reporter During last week’s council meeting, road closures and issues were discussed along with various budget and community concerns. Public hearings were held for Road Closure bylaws 1119 and 1123 for York Creek Drive and 62 Street in Coleman. The plans for the Disc Golf Course by the High
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School have been approved by the council. They ensured that the holes for the course were all within property owned by the municipality. The holes have been modified from the original layout that was proposed to council. “We've launched from the complex, so that we're removing any of the conflicts that occurred in school days that unwanted people may be on the school grounds,” said Patrick Thomas, CAO for the Municipality. One of the major benefits they mentioned about the disc golf course was the ability to move the equipment to another location easily if there was ever a need for the space. The plans for the other course in Flumerfelt Park did not materialize and both groups remained independent in their efforts to get a disc golf course built. One resident was concerned with the condition of a back-alley they had to drive on consistently. They said the road had fallen into disrepair and the few shovelfuls of dirt that were left did little to mitigate that problem. He
spoke to council about the problem, and they assured him they would investigate the matter. Another resident has taken issue with the smell coming from the sewage treatment lagoon in Bellevue. He says it is becoming worse and has had to have his windows closed since July. Council agreed to look into what the problem could be. Council was also asked about the construction taking place at Chinook Lake and if they had been consulted on the timing of the work. “We have to live on tourism,” said Mayor Blair Painter, “And [to not] have any consultation with our community or administration... was egregious.” Councillor Ward said it was probably a poor idea to do this construction in August during peak tourism season. “This is something that could have been done in September or October, after the summer months,” said Ward. Council agreed to write a letter directed toward the Minister of Environment and Parks about the lack of communication on the project.
A 35-year-old man from Coleman has been arrested by the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team’s (ALERT) Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit for alleged child sexual exploitation offences. ICE arrested the suspect on August 18, 2022 with the assistance of Crowsnest Pass RCMP. He has been charged with making, possessing, accessing and distributing child pornography. The investigation is ongoing with more charges being contemplated. “ICE has an unwavering commitment towards identifying and rescuing children from sexual exploitation. In this investigation our priority is the well-being of the victim, and we will continue to advance the case and explore the totality of the alleged offences, which includes the possibility of other victims,” said Const. Anthony Tupper, ALERT ICE. The name of the suspect is not being released to protect the identity of the victim. The victim and family members are receiving help from a variety of specialized support services, and children’s services are involved. The suspect was released from custody on multiple court-imposed release conditions. He is scheduled to appear in court on September 13, 2022 at the Pincher Creek courthouse. ICE began investigating the suspect after the RCMP’s National Child Exploitation Crime Centre shared information about a suspect uploading child sexual exploitation material to a social media network, which depicted young children. Several computer and electronic devices were seized from the suspect’s Coleman home. It was during ICE’s preliminary forensic analysis that investigators discovered
sexual offences being committed against a child that was known to him. ICE is exploring the possibility of additional victims and anyone with information about this case or any child exploitation situation is asked to contact ICE, their local police or report their concern anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). ALERT was established and is funded by the Alberta Government and is a compilation of the province’s most sophisticated law enforcement resources committed to tackling serious and organized crime.
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Police Briefs Between August 8 and 15 the Crowsnest Pass Detachment received 43 calls for service. These calls included two assaults, one break and enter, two threats/harassment, one mischief (vandalism), two thefts, one impaired driving, four disturbing the peace, two other criminal code, five other provincial statutes, eight driving complaints, six motor vehicle collisions, one assistance to the general public, one suspicious occurrence, three assists to other agencies, one false alarm, one animal call and two Coroners Act. Break and Enters On August 3, 2022, there was a complaint of a break and enter resulting in damage to a rental residence in Coleman. On the same day, there was a complaint of a break and enter in a residence located on 130 Street in Blairmore. A small amount of cash appeared to have been taken. Property Damage On August 4, 2022, there was a complaint of substantial damage to a Texas gate to private property on Highway 940 north of Coleman. The damage occurred sometime during the past few days. Bank Fraud On August 5, 2022, there was a complaint of etransfer fraud of over $1000. The money was refunded to the complainant by the bank and is under investigation by the bank fraud department. Sidewalk Sleeper On August 6, 2022, there was a report of a suspicious male sleeping male on the sidewalk on 18 Avenue in Coleman. The police attended and located a 22-yearold intoxicated male from Taber, he was taken to a residence where the occupants agreed to take care of him. Intoxicated Driver On August 8, 2022, there was a report of a vehicle stuck on road near McGillvary Flats area, police at-
tended and located a 45-year-old intoxicated male from Calgary. He provided a sample of breath which resulted in fail. His driver’s licence was seized and suspended for 90 days, his vehicle towed and seized for 30 days. A $1000 fine will be imposed and he was also issued ticket for transporting open liquor in vehicle. ATV Rollover On August 8, 2022, there was a report of an ATV rollover in the Knowles Flats area. A 61-year-old male was taken to the hospital and transferred to Calgary for an assessment of his injuries.
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Museum Float Damage On August 8, 2022, there was a report of damage to the museum parade float parked in Coleman. Obscene Graffiti On August 10, 2022, there was a report of vandalism in Bellevue Park. Spray painted obscenities were found at the scene. Campground Disturbance On August 13, 2022, there was a complaint of a male causing a disturbance at a campground in the Bellevue area. The police attended and located a 41year-old male from Edmonton who was arrested for causing a disturbance. He was lodged in cells until he was sober. Charges are pending. Vehicle Thefts On August 14, 2022, there was a complaint of a theft from vehicles parked on 214 Street in Bellevue. The same day, there was a complaint of theft from vehicles parked on 19 Avenue in Coleman. A jacket, fishing rod, climbing harness and cash were taken from that vehicle. Lost and Found Found tools in Coleman. Anyone missing tools please contact RCMP detachment. Found house key with Swiss flag key tag. Reminders to the Public Residents are asked to be aware of phone scams saying they are from Border Services that there is a suspicious package for them and possibly a warrant for arrest. Reminder to property owners to lock your doors and vehicles. Mark your belongings and record serial numbers of tools and other important items.
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Moral compass ...
What we humans of the year 2022 call space, the ancient ancestors called the world without end. Also, the World, or Earth in English, is a ball of rock that has no end. Living in a town on some natural land where I can observe animals, I see that they have creative abilities but are far below the human level. I see signs of love, hate, and jealousy, but not morality. Humans make choices based on morality and even in the age of science, morals or lack of morals plays a part in what we do, or do not do. Groups of people, nations, religions, political parties, cults, and others claim superiority over each other. They all struggle with morality. I look at the world today. Putin is using the huge Russian army to threaten the world. The Russians listen to his propaganda and believe that they are fighting for a moral cause. They fight to defend the motherland. The western business that owns western governments is setting up to take over their country. They die to protect their freedom, or so they think. In the US, there is turmoil that could start a civil war over who is the rightful president. That is a moral issue. The evangelical churches believe that “Socialists” who stole the elections from a president that they worship threaten their freedom of religion. If the laws and constitution stand in the way, the moral thing to do is change the constitution. They want to stop separating Church and State. A dangerous move, in my opinion. Here in Canada, we see a new breed of people. Mostly less educated folks who “educated” themselves through conspiracy theories on the internet, demanding an end to our democracy. They want to install a government that will not force them to do what they deem unjust regardless of elections, laws, and the majority’s opinion. If the government tries to protect the people from a deadly disease, the government must go. They claim moral authority to pick and choose laws they are willing to obey and damage the existing system in the process. I can go through a list of countries where some group or another, even the military, fight for what they deem morality, to gain political power. Often, morality is used for gain-
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Castle Mountain hosts 26th Annual Huckleberry Festival Nick AlleN Pass Herald Reporter Castle’s annual summer tradition returns on August 27, 2022. The park will play host to many festivities happening this Saturday. The popular weekend will feature live music, vendors, games, hiking, berry picking, activities for all ages, BBQ / beer garden, a supper and more. The Huckleberry Chairlift is open for scenic tours for easy access to the Huckleberries. A limited number of scenic chair ride tickets and meal vouchers are available for the festival. There will be plenty of food and drink options at the Huckleberry Festival. These include the T-Bar Pub and the beer garden next to the ATCO Community Stage where the artists will be performing. Also available are BBQ Lunch Vouchers, for both adults and kids, that can be bought online in advance. Each lunch voucher includes a choice of a burger or smokie with all the toppings, chips, and a pop. Saturday evening will see the return of the annual din-
ner. This year will feature chicken and ribs. Also on the menu will be a choice of salads, chicken, ribs, potatoes and corn on the cob. Huckleberry Festival is an outdoor event, so they encourage those attending to plan accordingly. The organizers suggested people bring sunscreen, water, proper footwear, bear spray, a backpack and a chair. The skicastle.ca website says they try to supply adequate seating around the main festival grounds, but they don’t want people to be caught without a spot to sit. Also of note, they have decided to make the festival grounds dog free. Dogs are still welcome while berry picking, in the campground and in the parking Photo taken by Castle Mountain Resort lot. The performers for Berry pickers ride the Huckleberry Chairlift at Castle Mountain. Saturday night include the Lani Folkard Band, Trip Holler and Greg Albright, Eric Braun and The Decadent cat-ski terrain (Haig Ridge) and in the Haig Valley on the Phase. The Bridgette Yarwood Band will perform indoors way out to Haig Lake. Alberta Environment and Parks would like to remind on Friday and The Bushtown Boys will do the same on people to please pick only ripe berries. Saturday. Huckleberries are found across the mountains but the More information on the event is availble at skicaseasiest access to berries will be off the chairlift. Berries tle.ca/huckleberryfestival. can be found off the main Huckleberry ski runs, in our
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lisa sygutek The race in Alberta for the next leader of the UCP is heating up. I’ve now met with Brian Jean, Rebecca Schulz and Travis Toews. To be honest I was impressed with them all. They were knowledgeable, affable and they showed up in the Crowsnest Pass. They are running for differing reasons and with differing platforms. Their platforms appear reasonable and progressive. I find it interesting how politics has changed as the world has changed. People are angrier than I’ve ever seen them and much more comfortable with confrontation. When Mr. Toews spoke here in the Crowsnest Pass, I experienced two incredibly rude women in the audience. They were yelling and spewing anger to a level I’ve rarely seen. It got me thinking as to why would anyone even run for political office if this is the type of treatment they’re expected to endure on a regular basis. I’ve sat in council meetings and public hearings when it comes to controversial issues, and I have had people scream at me. I have been accused of failure to govern properly, failure to be transparent and have been called a failure. It’s not easy to sit there and listen to people tell you how much they dislike you and your stance towards moving our community forward. My experience has been that the majority of people do not run for politics on the desire for power; they honestly do it to make their community better. I won’t speak for the rest of council, but I can tell you that I have worked tirelessly to make this community an inclusive better place. I haven’t done it for my ego; in fact, my ego has been bruised a lot in the last five years. The Not-In-My-BackYard (NIMBY) mentality appears to be rampant here in the Pass. Just because we have done things in the past a certain way does not mean we should continue that way in the future. In order to be successful we must be able to adapt. If we don’t we will become a ghost town. I believe it is harder for people to be rude at the municipal government level because ultimately we see each other at the grocery store or pharmacy at some point. Provincial or federal politicians don’t have that degree of proximity and familiarity. This seems to create an open season for those politicians. I chose to quit Crowsnest Network for my own mental health. The provincial and federal politicians can’t do the same on their social media platforms. In fact, I made the choice a long time ago to not have a social media political account and I embrace that choice everyday. I had a sit down with Premier Kenny prior to his leadership review and he told me horror stories about what he was dealt with as Premier. He recalled how, during the pandemic, some activists broke into his mother’s long-term care facility with brochures saying that her son should be tried at The Hague for crimes against humanity. He told stories of conservatives waking up in the morning at their homes with nooses hanging off their porch. These same politicians attended community open houses surrounded by people standing hand-in-hand outside the building with a mob mentality. I thought to myself why would anyone run for office, period? I never thought something like that would happen in our town until it did. People in this province are angry. They are angry for a number of justifiable reasons; COVID restrictions, the crumbling of our health care system, inflation, and the inability to afford the necessities of life with the rising cost of food and utilities. I get the fact that we are angry, what I don’t get is why people think it’s okay to become verbally and physically abusive. We have the ability to lawfully and peacefully protest, we don’t have the right to be abusive. I’m not sure who will win the UCP leadership race and become our next Premier. I’m not sure who will lead Alberta into the next provincial election. What I do think is that it will be tight race between the extremists and separatists in the province, versus the moderates. This might just be the most pivotal provincial leadership race we will have seen in our lifetime.
Letters to the Editor Let me tell you a story .... Dear Editor; I felt the need to tell the story, of what happened in Red Deer. A protester, was fined $1200 for breaking the restrictions. You know what happened, when he went to court? The judge told him to subpoena, the two health honchos, for the white paper. The white paper is supposed to report solid scientific evidence, on which health policy, is supposed to be based on. I suspect that the Nuremberg code, plays
a role, or should , in those policies, as well. Guess what! The health honchos couldn’t come up with it. Four days later, ALL of the restrictions were lifted. Now, this province, is wide open for business, thanks to two people. Just be glad that you live in it. It is the sanest province. Do you see people dying, all over the place? No you don’t. The last time I was in the hospital, it seemed to be almost empty. It is my hope that Teck will reopen the mine project, across the river, that the Australians abandoned. Vilify me. I don’t care. I survived the street, with out drugs. I escaped it, thanks to thinking, caring people. I would not be here, writing this, if it were not for them. As for the unknown lady at the provincial building, you could have called the police. You didn’t. You have my heart felt gratitude. You see, I have a short circuit in my head, that started in the 70s, when my drink was spiked, at a party. George Jansch
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Nick’s Notes Driving in the Mountains Driving through the Crowsnest Pass is beautiful, as are the rest of the mountains. Following the twists and turns of the landscape is a remarkable experience. That experience is hampered by some reckless driving that seems to happen with great consistency. I have found that it is almost impossible to maintain a consistent speed, so some people try to make up for it by going as fast as they can on straight aways. This driving frightens and confuses me, as they will again slow down for corners well below the posted speed. I don’t condone the speeding, it is incredibly unsafe, but it got me thinking about driving below the speed limit. How slow is too slow? How far under the speed limit is acceptable before you become a hazard? I’ve been contemplating this more as I see incredibly long lines of traffic backed up through the mountains. I've also been stuck behind these drivers. It is difficult to justify going 70 km/h through a 100 km/h zone, but I had to follow as there was no safe way to pass. You watch as the traffic behind you piles up more and more while the person leading this convoy holds steady at a snail's pace. I completely understand reducing speed for corners, especially if you are hauling a trailer, but to almost stop on a slight curve with no cautionary speed signs... Well, that seems more hazardous than high speeds. I personally think that once you are consistently doing more than 20 km/h under the speed limit that you should move to the side of the road at your earliest convenience and let the rest of the traffic move around you. I’m very interested in what other people throughout the community think on this topic, so I will be posting a poll to gauge how slow people think is too slow to be going on the highway. Again, I don’t condone speeding, the speed limit is there for a reason. But there must be a happy medium between dangerously fast and dangerously slow. I hope to find out what that speed is! Stay safe on the highways during these last few weeks of summer and the high volume of traffic it brings.
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Back-to-school safety guidelines & lunch ideas HERALD CONTRIBUTOR
As children head back to school, they and their parents have lots to do to be ready for the first days of school. Clothing and supplies may be top priorities, but families also should focus on safety as the first day of school draws close. The following are some key tips families can keep in mind to ensure a healthy and happy upcoming school year. School bus safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says that school buses are the safest way for children to travel to and from school. The majority of school bus-related injuries occur while students are boarding and getting off the bus. Over the last 10 years, the NHTSA says nearly two-thirds of school-age pedestrians who were fatally injured by school buses or other vehicles were hurt after being struck while entering or exiting the bus. While at the bus stop, children must remember to stay at least five large steps away from the road and wait to board until the driver says so. When leaving the bus, students should make sure there is no oncoming traffic and wait for a signal from the bus driver before crossing busy streets. While on the bus, observe the rules and stay seated at all times. Keep the center aisle clear of backpacks. Walking/biking safety Students may walk or bike to school if the school permits. School tends to begin during the morning rush hour, so students must exercise extreme caution when walking or biking to school. Stick to sidewalks whenever possible when walking. Cyclists should follow the rules of the road, including riding in the same direction as traffic. Choose the safest route as a family and practice it before the first day of school, advises the security company ADT. Backpack safety Choose an ergonomically designed backpack to enhance safety and comfort. Backpacks should weigh no more than 5 to 10 percent of the child’s body weight, advises the National Safety Council. Rolling backpacks should be avoided since
they are a tripping hazard. With a new school year on the horizon, students and their parents can discuss school safety so the year starts off on the right foot. If you're a parent, gearing up for the new school year means starting to brainstorm nutritious and simple meals that your kids will love. But packing them doesn't have to be stressful — the best approach when tackling this task is an organized one. Get the kids involved. If a child is old enough for a full day of school, then they are old enough to participate in making their own lunch. Small children can place fruit in a container and choose their snacks; as they get older, kids can start making lunch on their own. The more your child feels in control of their own lunch, the more they will be committed to eating it. Make snack stations. Place their favourite snacks and all your reusable containers in an accessible place for little hands. Keep fruit and veggies at eye level in the fridge. Stock up on healthy choices. Make sure you always have fruit, cut-up veggies and lunch items on hand. Tuck away a couple of emergency dishes in the freezer or pantry for those days that you just can't make it to the grocery store. Create lists. Keep a list of favourite lunch items in a place where everyone can contribute their ideas. The kids can add to the list as their tastes change and grow. Take a picture of it for mobile access while at the grocery store. Make a dish and reheat. Make a favourite (and easy) dish for reheating. Good choices are macaroni and cheese, chicken noodle soup and fried rice. Reheat in the morning and place in warmed containers. Add in a surprise. Remember a little extra love helps fuel your children through the day. A short 'I love you' poem, joke or drawing is a great way to show your child that you care, and these small acts have the power to shape future generations.
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Showcase of a Canadian photojournalist’s work in southern Alberta Nick AlleN Pass Herald Reporter Scott Rowed, the son of renowned Canadian photographer, Harry Rowed, will be showcasing his father’s work in southern Alberta. He will be presenting three slide shows of his father’s photography in September. There will be a free virtual event through The Camera Store in Calgary on September 1 and two in-person events. One is at the Galt Museum in Lethbridge on September 11 and the other is in Jasper at the Jasper Museum on September 17. He will be giving a general overview of the work that his father was doing at the first virtual event, with more specific material at the in-person events. Harry Rowed was a well-recognized photojournalist who was selected to cover the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, capturing images of the rise of the Nazis. After the Olympics, Harry vagabonded and photographed through Germany, Austria, France and England, before returning to Canada to become the Director of Photo Services for the National Film Board in Ottawa. In this position he travelled throughout Canada documenting the people, industry and landscapes of the country. His projects covered many diverse subjects, such as the Quebec Conference in 1944, the formation of the UN, logging in British Columbia, fishing in the north, coal mining in the Crowsnest and wild rice harvesting in Manitoba.
From the 1940s through the 1970s his commercial and editorial work documented the early days of the oil industry in Alberta and the Northwest Territories, as well as the airline industry, including Trans Canada Airlines (the company that would become Air Canada) and Canadian Pacific Airlines. Much of his time spent with CPA was documenting Mexico in the 1950s, especially Puerto Vallarta, which was then a quiet fishing village. Harry died in Kelowna, British Columbia at age 79. His son, Scott Rowed, and granddaughter, Genny Mae Rowed, are working to preserve and digitize these negatives and transparencies as a means of sharing his legacy. “Going through my dad's work goes back a number of years,” said Scott, “He died in 1987 and then I inherited his negatives, and I didn't really pay much attention to them for a few years, they just sort of got stored in boxes.” After he started going through all the negatives, he was amazed at the scope of his father’s work. “Growing up, I knew that he was away a lot. I knew that he was busy as a photographer going wherever, but I didn't really have an understanding of just how expansive his work was,” said Scott. The first pieces of Harry’s work that Scott worked on was the shots of Puerto Vallarta, they made a trip there and brought along a few scanned copies of the photos down to the city. “The Cultural Department went crazy over them [because] they were from 1953 and 1956 and it was just a quiet village at that point,” said Scott, “There had been no other photography done anywhere near to that caliber during that era [in Puerto Vallarta],” Scott focused on his Mexico stuff for a while and then began to go into his other material from the 1930s and realized they were from the 1936 Olympics in Berlin. “I began piecing together his career after that,” said Scott. “As I've gone through different sections, I've been posting pictures on historical sites and then people come back and say, ‘Oh, that's my grandfather. I don't have a picture of him.’ So, there's this wonderful connection that I've been able to make with people,” said Scott. Scott said it feels like he is only scratching the surface of his father's work as there are still “tens of thousands of negatives."
Although he can regularly piece together when a photo was taken or why Harry was shooting, in many cases because Harry left clippings, the photos from the Crowsnest Pass remain unsolved. “In the Pass, it's just a total blank. I've got nothing, which is actually kind of interesting because it adds to the mystery of it,” said Scott, “I haven't been able to identify any of them yet.” Scott believes his father was there on at least two occasions due to the change in mining equipment in some of the photographs. “You can tell by the gear in one section, the gear is quite old and then in another one, it's quite a bit more modern,” said Scott. He hopes some members of the community will be able to recognize the people in his father’s photos and clear up some of the unknowns around his Harry Rowed’s time in the Pass. Scott spoke fondly of his father and his ability to get along with anyone. “He was very genuine. He treated everybody with respect and it didn't matter what their social position was,” said Scott, Scott said the shot which expressed Harry’s personality so well was from when he was headed to Europe in 1936 to photograph the Olympics. “He was just getting into photography. He was working for the Prince Albert Herald. At the time, though, they didn't have the clout to get him over there officially, so he worked his way over in a boat... there's this shot of him where he's with the ship stoker and they're both covered in coal dust and dad [had] his elbow on this guy’s shoulder and they're both really smiling at the camera,” said Scott. “When my sister saw that photograph, she said, ‘Oh, that's so dad.” Harry did extensive work in southern Alberta in the 40s and 50s including coal mining and community life in the Crowsnest on at least two occasions. Other work in the area includes McIntyre Ranch in the summer and winter, a Hutterite community near Lethbridge, sugar beet farming and early oil exploration. Visit harryrowed.ca to see more of Harry Rowed’s work throughout Canada and the world.
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On Monday, August 15th, 2022 it is with great sadness the Stacheruk family lost their matriarch, loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Leone was an elementary school teacher for over 30 years; most of her career was spent in the Crowsnest Pass, AB. She enjoyed putting on elaborate Christmas concerts, playing piano for Kindergarten graduations, and other school functions. Giving back to the community was another passion of Leone’s. Being involved in the upgraded Pass Community Pool was one of her many rewarding moments. Her commitment to the community was further evident through her involvement with the Food Bank, the Royal Purple, several sporting organizations, the local Cancer Support Group, and Pool Society. Above all, Leone loved her family, hosting family dinners, holidays, and time spent with her grandchildren. Precious memories of her will never fade. She will remain forever in our hearts. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of sixty years, Mike Stacheruk; her three daughters, Michel (Gary) Collings, Terry (Ray) Mahieux, and Susan (Craig Samuel) Stacheruk; her grandchildren, Michael Poxton, Meaghan (Mat) Pounder, Shawn Flannery, Terence (Aubrey) Flannery, Olivia Collings, and Summer and Ryder Stacheruk-Fomradas; her three sisters, Margaret Mazerolle, Marilyn (Herb) Schmunk, and Janice (Joanne) Baker; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Elsie and James Baker and her grandchildren, Candace Collings and Travis Flannery. The Memorial Service was held at Fantin’s Funeral Chapel (13461 – 20 Ave., Blairmore, AB) on Friday, August 19, 2022 at 1:00pm with Rev. Eva Stanley presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca), the Heart and Stroke Foundation (www.heartandstroke.ca), or by Darcy’s Nature Walk for Mental Wellness (PO box 455, Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca. Fantin’s Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 562-8555
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Montem advances transition of Tent Mountain to a Renewable Energy Complex Nick AlleN Pass Herald Reporter Peter Doyle, the Managing Director & CEO of Montem Resources, said he was really excited about what they are doing with the location "We received a general pat on the back for kind of rescuing the business,” said Doyle. He spoke about the difficulties they had with energy regulators in the province when they tried to move ahead with the coal mine. But now, the company has moved in a different direction. “They don't like a leopard changing its spots, but that's indeed what we're about to do,” said Doyle. He explained how he first introduced the idea in October of last year which prompted major investments. They have decided to move ahead with the project and will not be mining the remaining coal on Tent Mountain. They also plan to sell half of the project as it will be too large of a scale for them alone. “We have 49 different companies going to enter a pre-sale process over the next few months and in the future someone else will be describing how these projects get built,” said Doyle. He said Tent Mountain can become a hub of renewable energy and they are going to create what is either the largest or the second largest energy storage system in Alberta. "We've talked to all levels of government, they support it, we've talked to the First Nations, they support it,” said Doyle. During their study, they found that the green hydrogen electrolyzer cannot be at the location, but is a workable design. “It can work and we're working with two major companies here to be cornerstone customers for that hydrogen,” said Doyle. According to Doyle, there is a company that wants to see green hydrogen being used by their trucks. He said the economics of it work but Tent Mountain is too high in the watershed for the project. Two other locations have been identified in a study for the hydrogen electrolyzer. “Most of the infrastructure is on our private land or [plans] to be on our private
From Montem Resources
Pre-feasibility study for Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES) design.
lands and because of that water body and the proximity [of the] grid, it's really cost competitive,” said Doyle. The company believes they have government support provincially and are working on federal support. He explained how much power the project could provide for the province. “What it does is it powers [homes] for 8 hours every day. It has the capacity to power 400,000 Albertan homes. That's nearly half the homes in Alberta for a third of the time,” explained Doyle. Doyle said that as the whole world is trying to achieve less creation of carbon dioxide by having this storage of renewable energies. It will create approximately 400 temporary jobs during construction, but only about 30 to 40 long-term jobs. He talked about the company’s relationship with the Indigenous groups in the area and how they have come to terms on the project. “It's quite probable that commercial agreements will be struck with the First Nations [so] that they have an ownership of this power station in the long term which I think is going to be quite positive,” said Doyle. There is expected to be a large amount of activity over the next two years. The expected timeline is by the end of 2024 they will be finished the required work and the project would go online in 2027. More information on the work at Tent Mountain is available at montem-resources.com under the projects drop down.