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The future of coal production and its place in the Crowsnest Pass Coal Companies continue looking to the future after JRP decision on Grassy Mountain Project DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Local mining companies are continuing to move forward after the JRP decision came down regarding the Grassy Mountain Coal Project.

Chief Development Officer for Cabin Ridge, Brad Johnston, says the early parts of Cabin Ridge’s

exploration showed positive results.

“Cabin Ridge got our Coal Exploration Permit in September of 2020. We drilled starting the first week of October through to about the end of November.

We spent the winter assessing our results. We were very happy with them.

Every indication we got is

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that we certainly have the potential for a strong economic reserve and potential for a mine. The quality is outstanding.”

Cabin Ridge has been forced to press pause on most of their exploration plans for 2021 following the government’s decision to pause exploration on Category 2 Land.

“We were going to drill this year. We're on Category 2 Land so the moratorium impacted us. There was the first announcement in February and then the following one in April. We were going to proceed with another program this summer but we stood that down of course to be compliant with the ministerial order,” said Johnston.

According to Johnston, Cabin Ridge has now turned its focus to further public engagement.

“In the interim, we're continuing with our public engagement. We're letting people know who we are and what we'd like to do should we be given the opportunity. We're also completing out economic assessment. We should have that done by the end of June. We're doing some modest data collection activity, nothing that requires any kind of footprint. We are participating in the coal consultation as well. We made a presentation to the committee June 16th.”

As for the JRP decision regarding the Grassy Mountain Project, Johnston

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says Cabin ridge is still going through the report.

“I've gone through the executive summary and the report itself is 680 pages. It's going to take us a bit of time to digest all of the different things in it. We've only begun studying the JRP's report. Looking at the executive summary, there were a couple of areas that were of particular concern to the panel. To me the most significant item that they touched on is that of service water quality. For us, we're in the very early stages of our planning. We have not completed our data collection because right now we're not allowed to. It's frustrating for us because we want to have data and we can't get the data. We can't access samples of rock and the groundwater and complete those studies.”

Johnston says Cabin Ridge is hoping to complete those assessments to give them a better understanding of what their plan moving forward would look like.

“I think what we'd want to do is complete that assessment and then we'd be able to plan properly. Do I believe that we could come up with an acceptable plan that would be consistent with our own values and what the regulator or our neighbours expect? Yes I do. I do believe that we can come up with a proper and robust plan with respect to water quality that would be satisfactory to the municipality and our neighbours, the regulator and First Nations and everyone that has an interest in ensuring the water quality is satisfactory. That of course particularly relates to selenium. That's my assessment.”

According to Johnston, Cabin Ridge has looked into some possible ways they can provide a safe mining project.

“We could have multi layers of control. We might have five, including things like recycled water within these systems. Once again, it's early stages of planning and what would happen is if we came up with a model outcome that wasn't satisfactory then we'd keep planning and working on it until we came up with something that in our view was satisfactory before we would submit a proposal.”

Johnston says Cabin Ridge fully understands and appreciates the reasoning for such stringent as-

sessments.

“We welcome and look forward to a science and data based assessment to a project like ourselves.

That's right and proper.

There's nothing wrong with that. We look forward to being allowed the opportunity to being allowed to continue with that work at some point in the future.

We hope that's the outcome of the consultation. We would re-embark on our activities and in my view be able to prevent and demonstrate that very thing.”

Another coal company looking very closely at the report is Atrum Coal.

Managing Director and CEO for Atrum Coal, Andy Caruso, says Atrum has seen and are continuing to review the JRP report.

"We've seen the 580 page document. We're still reviewing the JRP report including the reasons for the decision. I think it's really important that we understand fully where the JRP's positioned and what were their specific concerns or insights on the Grassy Project.

No doubt there will be some learning that we can incorporate into the design of our Elan Project should the Coal Policy allow our progress."

Caruso says the first priority for Atrum will be fully understanding the JRP's report.

"I think the first thing is understanding the report.

We note the references to environmental impacts and in particular surface water quality. We've done a lot of outreach to local municipalities in recent months and certainly heard from communities and their councils that water quality remains the key concern. I think we need to see this now as an opportunity. As difficult and disappointing the decision was, I think it's a collective aim and responsibility for us and the industry to now look at what the opportunities are to address those concerns. I think that's where we stand with respect to the JRP decision."

Atrum had paused their field activities and other exploration in early 2020 and have turned their focus to other areas.

"We paused our field activities voluntarily earlier this year prior to the decision of government. We paused our field exploration. It's also to give respect to the Coal Policy consultation that's ongoing.

We also paused our pre-feasibility study which we initiated in 2020. Again, the Coal Policy process may bring new requirements of mining companies with respect to coal development.

We thought it's prudent to pause on that basis but also give respect to the consultation process, which is ongoing. We've focused our efforts in 2021 really having conversations with Albertans and understanding concerns."

Caruso says Atrum are also working to showcase what modern mining looks like.

"We're also looking to present facts around modern mining practice. Some of the stuff that represented the coal industry yesterday and in years gone by is not how we do things today. I think it's important to continue that conversation."

Caruso says Atrum has been involved with the Coal Policy consultation and that conversations with Albertans will be Atrum's main focus as they move forward in 2021 while the coal consultation continues.

Caruso says the JRP decision has raised the standard for other companies.

"In terms of how we're moving forward, there's no doubt the Grassy decision has raised the bar. I think it reflects the prevailing sentiment of many Albertans that environmental protection is really key and at the forefront. We've always said we support strong environmental and regulatory oversight. Canada has some of the most stringent standards in the world and for good reason. We live in Alberta and we want to see the standards continue to meet our own and community expectations. That's really important."

Caruso believes that the Grassy Mountain decision won't play a factor in the decision on Atrum's Elan Project.

"Ultimately, we expect the Elan Project will be judged on its own merits.

We're going to continue moving forward with our programs including that ongoing outreach to communities, First Nations and interested parties. We'll see where the coal policy process gets us to at the end of this year."

For Caruso, he believes Canadians have a choice to make when it comes to resource extraction.

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In the lIne of fIre Between June 21 and June 28, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a total of 55 calls for service including the following reported incidents.

One (1) assault, one (1) break and enter (residential), one (1) mischief/vandalism, two (2) thefts, two (2) impaired driving, one (1) disturbing the peace, three (3) other criminal code, two (2) other provincial statutes, thirteen (13) driving complaints, eight (8) motor vehicle collisions, five (5) assistance to general public, six (6) suspicious occurrences, two (2) assistance to other agencies, two (2) 911 calls, three (3) animal calls and four (4) abandoned vehicles.

Traffic Stop On June 21st, 2021, there was a traffic stop for a vehicle. The male driver admitted to consuming alcohol. His driver’s licence was suspended for 30 days as he was GDL driver and zero tolerance of alcohol.

He was also issued viola-

tion tickets by the Community Peace officer and his vehicle was towed and seized.

Possible Impaired river On June 22nd, 2021, there was a complaint of a possible impaired driver by CNP Bylaw Officer. Police attended and a 42-year-old male showed signs of alcohol consumption. He failed to provide an adequate breath sample and his driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and his vehicle was towed and seized.

Abandoned Vehicle On June 24th, 2021, there was a complaint of an abandoned vehicle parked by Crowsnest Lakes for the past few days. Police attended but the vehicle was gone.

Theft On June 24th, 2021, there was a complaint of theft of a wallet while at a business in Coleman.

The wallet was turned into detachment later.

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Property Damage On June 24th, 2021, there was a complaint of damage to washrooms at Flumerfelt Park. The damage occurred over the past few days.

Abandoned Vehicle On June 25th, 2021, there was a complaint of an abandoned vehicle at a parking lot in Coleman.

The owner was contacted who advised that the vehicle had broken down.

Burned Out Vehicle On June 26th, 2021, there was a complaint of a burned out vehicle on Highway 22 approximately 30km north of Highway 3. Police attended and with assistance of RCMP Auto Theft Unit, it was determined that the vehicle was stolen in Lethbridge.

The registered owner was a company from Claresholm.

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The Simple Raven’s Post

by Avner Perl

What is Love?

I know a person whom I consider the nicest person in the world. He or she doesn’t know it. She or he lacks self-confidence, believing that she/he is not good enough for anything. It makes her/him a lonely person. The most wonderful person believes she/he was born without value.

Life is fragile for a purpose. If it wasn’t, we would throw it away. God gives us a measurable time that’s obviously diminishing and expects us to decide how to spend it, or not. We set up what is of value and go to get it. Some have to fight for survival, others for things or positions and yet others just watch people doing it and dream.

We always want choices and we have so many that we can never even try most of them. Each time we pick a choice, we are on a new road and the roads don’t go to the same place.

Some wait to grow up, get a job, or a house, settle down and not have to worry, and eventually die. They don’t know if there is a meaning to life. Just go until you drop. Some want more but can’t figure out how to do it. Life is short and what we do doesn’t matter. Who cares if I am a millionaire or a bum. Who cares if I live in a palace or a tent in the park. No one.

When I am alive, people try to convert me. Each religion sends its people to get more followers. Companies try to get the best employees and singles try to find mates. (mostly.) People can reach greater heights in groups.

Sooner or later, people realize that life lived just for themselves is useless. The best we can hope for is some degree of safety or comfort and that is different in different places. Just like those modern watches that count steps or calories, we have a natural mechanism for counting our breaths and heartbeats. There are shorter lives, longer lives, and an average. Most people are close to the average. God fills your lungs with the first breath and you keep breathing until you give it back. I experienced the feeling. The body is not functioning well and you feel too tired to take another breath, so you quit. In my case, others intervened and got my system going again. That is why I can write to you now.

What some people realize is that life is a gift and the only way to enjoy the gift is to give it to others. We don’t want to give anything to others unless they give some-

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thing in return, but that is not the way it works. As long as you buy and sell you will always feel cheated. You will always wonder if you received as much as you gave, or perhaps more or less. There is no way to live a good life while counting. The act of counting and calculating takes over everything else.

The only way I know is to understand that the world is around and give knowing that it will go around the world and will come back. It takes an act of faith. I have to give the currency we use, called love, and wait without being sure that it will come back. Mothers do that. They invest the best they have in a yet unborn human, carry on after birth and they can’t even have a reasonable expectation that it will come back. They try to choose a suitable partner and often lose the bet. Alone they go on.

When you love you don’t count. If you do - it is faked love. Those who truly love are willing to sacrifice their life for the object of their love. It is a powerful force.

There have been many stories written about it. Many humans are seeking power, wealth, happiness, and they will feign love, take advantage and laugh all the way to the bank. Yet there are many who will have an inner need to do the same. They feel so good about receiving love that they wish to give love. There is no shortage of creatures who need love. Give a dog some genuine love and watch.

If enough people will try the theory of spreading love, not just to their own kind but to all living creatures, it spreads. Even the Christian Bible zooms in on the phenomenon. There is one commandment above all, and it is love. The good book starts by telling humans to love their God with all their hearts and all their might. Try to do it all, you believers. Look around you. Where is that God you are supposed to love?

You can only see his creation. Can you love it since he made it from Himself? There aren’t many other choices, no?

I was born with nothing and will die with nothing. I want to give but I can only give one thing, that is myself. That gift is worthless if I don’t see myself as something of value.

The person I am talking about, and so many others, were told by the world that she/he has no value, must meet impossible expectations, and need an excuse for being alive. She/he grew up feeling guilty of some original sin and took it very seriously.

My understanding is different. I believe in forgiveness and a great value of a human created in the image of God. Male and female, he created them. Genesis 5:2.

In my bible, a sinful woman washed the Lord’s feet with her tears and dried them with her hair. I see no reason for any person capable of offering love to have an inferiority complex.

When we make an offering to others, we offer what will save the world. We should never consider it worthless. Every person in the image is greater than all the money in the world. We all deserve love and have it to give.

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

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The future of coal cont’d from page 2 "One of the things that hasn't changed in our minds is that we still see great opportunity and prosperity for the Crowsnest Pass and for Alberta if the project is done right. That's the key question here. If a steelmaking coal project is done responsibly and incorporates modern mining practices to protect water and promote sustainable land use, why not do it in the Crowsnest Pass? The choice for Canadians is to source their own materials and products, including steel, via ethical means or ethical sources or risk getting them from countries

with poor environmental standards. I think there is certainly an argument and a choice there."

The option of collaborating with other local mining companies is another option Caruso sees.

"There's also moving forward, a clear opportunity for the local mining companies, including us, to now collaborate further our approach to plan development. You've got Cabin Ridge, you've got Montem, you've got Grassy (Riversdale) and you've got Atrum. We've had a very constructive and active dialogue in looking at a plan

development. Can we look at shared infrastructure for example, which can reduce footprints and cumulative effects and impacts.

Through this circumstance and situation, it brings opportunity. That's the way we and the industry needs to look at it now and take some positive steps forward. We wanted to see the Grassy Project get up like, I think, a lot of people in the Crowsnest Pass but now the decision is there and we need to move forward.

We're committed to continuing and we feel strongly that we can have a modern and responsible coal mine

Off to Middle School Grade 3 students received a send off from staff and fellow students as they leave HAS and begin school at ISS in the fall. The grade 3 students walked through a channel of Grade 1 and 2 students who were clapping and cheering on the Grade 3 students.

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developed in the Crowsnest Pass with the best possible practice and bring community and First Nations knowledge to the fore and then have those

groups actively involved in water and land stewardship. We look forward to an ongoing dialogue on all those topics."

The Coal Policy Com-

mittee is continuing its consultation process and the Pass Herald will have a full summary of how that consultation has looked in one of our upcoming issues

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Editorial I always suspected that the Crowsnest Pass was treated like the asshole of the province, now I’m beginning to see that it’s really true.

If you look at certain maps you will be hard pressed to find the Crowsnest Pass; it’s as if the province ended at Pincher Creek. It used to be amusing and the fodder for jokes but now I don’t find it so funny.

The Joint Review Panel (JRP) has submitted its findings and coal mining in this province is in peril. When you have a company as big as Hancock (parent company to Riversdale Resources) get a resounding “the project is not in the public interest” from JRP, it feels like the death walk for coal.

This is what I find incredibly interesting after reading the review.

Riversdale spent 5 years and over 20,000 pages trying to convince a government appointed review committee that coal mining is possible in the Crowsnest Pass. We aren’t talking about some fly-bythe-night company; we are talking about a company owned by Ms. Rinehart, the richest person in Australia in 2020 and the 9th richest woman in the world.

Riversdale didn’t do their submission in-house, they hired one of the best regulatory firms in Canada, a firm that has successfully lobbied and won dozens of reviews in this country.

We are talking years of successful reviews, and bam this one time they, according to the JRP, did very little correct.

I can’t wrap my mind around it. There appears to be very little in the JRP report that says anything was done correctly. Almost nothing, except for the fluffly stuff. I then ask you how did the submission even get as far as it did if very little was done right? Was there indication along the way that the science was faulty, the economic impact sparse or that the Riversdale submission is not worth the ink it was written with?

Common sense right there says something stinks and if it stinks there is usually a reason. I feel it’s like my son when I was potty training him and I’d ask him if he pooped his pants. I knew he pooped, he knew he pooped and yet he denied it.

We have seven mines in British Columbia seeking approval for metallur-

gical mining and not all of them are the mighty Teck.

Will all of these mines also get denied at the JRP level? My guess is not.

Why you ask? It’s because the government of British Columbia knows where their bread is buttered and it’s on the back of coal. It’s the number one GDP for the province, so you know they will fight tooth and nail for their right to mine.

I find it ironic and a bit rude that Jason Kenney would spend 1.5 billion dollars of my tax paying money to buy a pipeline through the United States on the eve of an election, but a mine that would bring 1.7 billion is not in “the public interest”.

That’s actually what the JRP said. How does that even make sense?

Why do we even have the Coal Policy Committee? We all know what the answer from that group is going to be. They have an agenda. It has to change.

How 16,000 negative respondents, or 0.3% of our provincial population, can dictate our resource extraction is beyond me.

The environmentalists are good. They garnered country singing stars, signs, lobbyists and probably Big Bird if they could have to fight this mine and they have won this battle, but I assure you the war is not over.

With this victory comes a very slippery slope. It will be the ranchers next (wait maybe not, we have seen their power) or oil and gas. With victory comes power.

I’m disgusted with the Coal Association of Canada who wouldn’t even return a call to the paper asking for their input into our issue. They answered the phone, told us to write an email (which we did), we called again and they wouldn’t even respond. What a waste of skin that association is but wait until the environmental groups or the Liberal government go after Teck’s Fording River Expansion. I’m sure they are next on the hit list.

The letter in the paper last week expounding how the sun is rising in the Crowsnest Pass almost made me vomit. Does the writer know that 50 families will lose their jobs?

Our second largest industry in the Pass will most likely close? Does he realize the economic impact it will have on our community? Wait he won’t, he doesn’t live in the Crowsnest Pass.

Riversdale has invested tens of millions of dollars into this community, from the new golf course (one of the best in Canada) to Australia Day. They helped fund a young man with MS to try an experimental treatment, they have donated to the seniors and to the health care centre and they helped a young child with disabilities. They have funded Riversdale Rippers, a child ski program, the Pass Piranhas Swim Club, and countless other groups.

With the JRP decision there will be no more community donations. We will have another building empty on Main Street and Council will be left trying to figure out a new strategic plan. So I’m sorry, the sun certainly didn’t rise with joy that day for many in the Crowsnest Pass.

This is the rub for me.

I knew the JRP wouldn’t immediately proclaim the mine a go. They rarely do that. What they normally do is come down with a positive ruling along with a multitude of conditions that the company must mitigate and then get approved. I expected that. To get to the final stages of the JRP the company must have done something right. Apparently low and behold they didn’t. I’m not normally a conspiracist, however something doesn’t quite add up.

Now let's talk about Jason Kenney and his government. They have offloaded over $400,000 of provincial programs directly to your municipal council. We now have to pay for policing, we lost MSI funding, grants have dried up and now we have found out that our Special Status as a Municipality, one created back in 1979,

will be cancelled in December of 2022. What does that mean? It means that hundreds of thousands of dollars, perhaps even a million, in provincial funding will no longer be available to us. How are we as a community expected to survive when 77% of our tax base is residential? We have to maintain infrastructure throughout the entire municipality from the borders of the MD of Pincher Creek and Ranchlands to the lakes at the BC border. How are we supposed to survive as a community when our one chance for industry has been destroyed? Perhaps we aren’t?

I wish Jason Kenney would get into his gas guzzling Ford F150, and drive down here and explain to us how we are supposed to survive. Wait, that gas came from the steel machines that our coal can produce, heck the truck is made from the steel that our coal produces.

I guess the world can meet its demand for metallurgical coal from places like Russia. The environmentalists don’t seem to have an issue with Putin, the despot and subjugator or countries that produce what we have in abundance.

I’m not sure what happened to the Alberta that was business friendly and proud of its roots in resource extraction. I’m not sure what happened to common sense anymore.

How can Teck still produce coal and deal with selenium presently and not be shut down by the Government of BC and Canada but apparently Riversdale and its experts can’t with a startup mine learning from the selenium mistakes of the past and implement new prac-

tice?

You know what I’m sick of, I’m sick of lying, two-faced politicians. If you don’t want coal, just have the guts to say you don’t want coal. I’d probably respect that, in fact I’d say thank you for not wasting my time.

Don’t do it through a Coal Policy Committee, and a handpicked JRP. Just have the guts to tell the truth. Jason can’t win the next election; we all see the writing on the wall. What are our options? NDP, well at least what you see is what you get with them, kind of. Under Notley the process for coal review started and she embraced it. She never said a word, but now she, like the rest, have turn coated on the view. I haven’t forgotten her two faced, backtracking agenda either.

It’s no wonder people are apathetic. We don't have anyone in power we can trust. We don’t have anyone with the guts to stand up and say, wait, something is wrong.

Perhaps Ms. Rinehart has the guts. She didn’t become one of the richest people in world by being dumb. I hope she sees this for what it is. I hope she sues the government of Alberta, the regulator and anyone else she can.

I hope she blows this entire thing up. Only through lawsuits can you look at emails between government officials and staff and regulators. I hope to God (I know it’s not politically correct to use his name anymore) that we get some answers. I pray that I am wrong and there was nothing going on in the review. I hope that the party I loved, my Conservative Party, that I have walked door to door for,

have shown my kids is the best party, is clean.

In university I was the president of the Young Conservatives representing my school. I was proud to wear blue and fight for our party.

Now I don’t even want to vote for them, or the NDP. It’s like picking the worst of the rotten eggs to eat.

I think it’s ironic we have the Frank Slide Interpretive Centre in the Pass.

Yes it shows the history of the rockslide, but it also highlights the history of mining in our community.

Ironic that the government funds a facility talking about coal and yet thumbs it’s nose at it.

I’m going to make you a promise. If Ms. Rinehart decides to get into the game I'm going to pop some popcorn in my home, add some salt and butter and watch her tear this government and it’s cronies apart. It won’t help us but for once, someone has to hold those in power accountable and she just might be the person. Remember the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.

I hope Jason Kenney, the members of the JRP and every single environmentalist (I use that word lightly) gets up each day and as they get into their steel vehicles look in the mirror and likes what they see. It must be hard to be a hypocrite. To say I’m disgusted with our government on a multitude of levels is an understatement. It might be coal today, but tomorrow it’s cows and oil, mark my words.

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Simply Selles Musings from your local reporter A few weeks ago, someone came into the office and said she was not only surprised but also a little upset that businesses and homeowners don’t seem to be as patriotic as in other countries.

She questioned why more businesses didn’t have a Canadian flag displayed at all.

This got me thinking a little bit.

I too have noticed far fewer Canadian flags flying in my journeys around Canada than my few short trips to the States.

Every couple years, my family goes camping in Washington State.

When we went in the past, we would drive the majority of the way through Canada before crossing the border and having just a short one-and-a-half hour drive through Washington State to the campground.

The last few years we’ve gone, we’ve crossed the border much sooner and make most of our journey through the States.

It’s a night and day difference for how many American flags you see flying on front porches and in front of businesses compared to Canada.

We couldn’t drive a kilometer without seeing another American flag flying high.

I wonder why that is.

Is it that Americans are simply more patriotic than Canadians?

Is it that Canadians don’t like the past history of our Country?

Unfortunately, I don’t think it’s the latter question.

It’s taken us years to even acknowledge most of our history because of how embarrassing and downright ugly it is.

On June 2nd, I wrote about the 215 bodies found at the Kamloops residential school and how that dark period of Canada’s past was put in the spotlight.

Now, less than a month later, more news has come to light.

Another 751 unmarked graves were located at a residential school in Saskatchewan.

That’s a total of 996 discovered just this month.

The worst part is that’s the tip of the iceberg regarding how many children lost their lives in residential schools.

Officially, 3,213 children lost their lives in residential schools but the number of deaths is believed to be much higher than those reported and is more likely close to 6,000.

There have been posts on social media calling for Canadians to boycott Canada Day this year due to the news surrounding residential schools.

I think a better way to move forward would be to show our support this Canada Day for the Indigenous communities.

I’ve seen a lot of people on social media saying they plan to wear orange instead red this year on Canada Day. That’s a good start but as we all know, so much more needs to be done.

Another reason I don’t think we should boycott Canada Day is that there is still things to be proud of when it comes to being a Canadian.

Every country has dark moments in their history and while we need to remember them and learn from them, it doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate the good times.

This Canada Day I will be out and about celebrating.

I’ll be at the local reverse parade and then I’m also making a trip to Lethbridge to watch a Bulls baseball game with my two oldest nephews and some other family.

I hope everyone can find the time to celebrate Canada but also remember our past and move forward as we all try to make the best Canada possible.

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Royal LePage South Country Real Estate Services Ltd. blaIrmore commercIal Fantastic investment/revenue opportunity in Crowsnest Pass. Located on busy block main street Blairmore.

Two-story 5,000 sq ft building is home to successful, long-established salon and spa. Two-bedroom guest suite upstairs at the front of the building. 3 additional studio apartments accessible at the rear. Double car garage from back lane.

This is a "building/land only" sale. $369,000 CALL JOHN MLS

562-8830 jpundyk@shaw.ca blaIrmore Beautiful mountain property in the Canadian Rockies. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom home is in Blairmore and has high quality updates, including bathrooms, kitchen, roof, flooring, paint, windows and much more. Large yard with back lane access. Wonderful central location. $289,000.

CALL JOHN MLS

kananSkIS WIlDS coleman Beautiful mountain acreage with stunning views of the Crowsnest Mountain and the Crowsnest Range to the south. 3 bedroom and 2 full bath home nestled in mature Douglas Fir forest. Perfect for secluded mountain cabin to call home. Minutes away from the Atlas staging area, Chinook Prov. Rec Area and the renowned Allison Creek Nordic Ski trails. $507,000 CALL JOHN MLS

3 IronSTone

Beautiful mountain home with views to the south. Fully serviced with town water, municipal sewer, fire hydrants and wired high speed internet. 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom mountain home is European Alps inspired. Big timbers and artfully crafted Douglas Fir staircases. Master suite with 3 piece bath in the loft. 2 bedrooms and large room with kitchenette in lower area. 2,363 sq ft living space, plus 300 sq ft fully insulated loft above 24’ x 26’ garage. $725,000 CALL JOHN MLS

bellevue

Fantastic 3 bedroom semi-detached bungalow with great mountain views. Hardwood floors, granite counters, hickory cabinets and fir doors. Main floor laundry. Fully developed with 3 bathrooms and large garage. Close to Castle Mountain and Fernie ski resorts. Great access to mountain backcountry trail network, golf course, and blue ribbon fly fishing. $384,000 CALL JOHN MLS

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

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33 IronSTone Under construction 2 beds up and 2 beds down. 3 bathrooms. Fantastic views.

Main floor laundry. Open floor plan. Now under construction. Large double car garage. Spacious laundry room and storage area. Crowsnest Pass has beautiful mountain golf course, blue ribbon mountain fly fishing, cross-country skiing, hiking, mountain biking and short distance from down-hill ski resorts. $499,000 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman Beautifully proportioned historic home in Coleman that has been newly restored. Fantastic 100 ft. x 100 ft. mature landscape lot. 16 ft x 24 ft attached garage off the back lane. Large deck with beautiful mountain views. As an added benefit, the property features two titles, so could build a new house in addition to the existing home. $449,000 CALL JOHN MLS

croWSneST mounTaIn lanD 3.5 acres near base of majestic Crowsnest Mountain and mountain range to the south. Zoned drive-in commercial allowing for potential of multiple uses. Possibility of a “Residence, secondary to an approved use” – as per municipal zoning by-law. Outstanding surroundings on the Continental Divide. $239,000 CALL JOHN MLS

High visibility, easy access. For sale or lease.

5 acre developed parcel of land along busy Calgary-Red Deer Corridor, southeast approach to Bowden in Red Deer County. Fully fenced, sewer and water in the road in front of property. Three phase power at property line. Has a smaller site office, with its own services. $950,000 CALL JOHN MLS

bellevue Affordable bungalow in the Canadian Rockies of the Crowsnest Pass. 2 bed, 2 bath home situated in quiet area of Bellevue backing onto green space. Fenced, sunny location. Sunroom which shares gas fireplace with living room. Quiet back yard. Crowsnest Pass offers golf course, walking trails and health care facilities. Attached garage with concrete driveway make for easy living. $319,000 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman Beautiful and still affordable mountain lot in the Canadian Rockies. Great location and fantastic mountain views. This lot is flat and suitable for many different building styles.

Crowsnest Pass is a great mountain destination. The community is located on the Alberta/BC border almost equidistant between Fernie Alpine Ski Resort and Castle Mountain resort. Great access for year-round recreational activities and some of the best trail networks in the Rockies. $59,000 CALL JOHN MLS

hIllcreST

bellevue cafe Historic building with a mix of commercial on ground floor and residential up top. Formally known as the Bellevue Café. Private backyard. Solid foundation under the building. Perfect for a mountain get-a-way or a cool investment. $224,900 JOHN MLS

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Wonderful 3 bed, 2 bath modular home in very desirable Monte Vista Park in Hillcrest. Stunning mountain views in excellent mountain community. This unit has a deluxe kitchen with beautiful cabinetry.

Immaculate throughout and very affordable. $119,700 CALL JOHN MLS

coleman acreage neW IronSTone 35 New condo under construction. 2beds up, 2beds down, with 3 bathrooms. Spacious main floor laundry. Open floor plan. Large double car garage. Spectacular views and close to all amenities. Still time to choose your finishes. $499,000 CALL JOHN MLS

Mountain acreage with great view of the South Range. Close to backcountry up Kananaskis Highway and Forest Reserve. Close to town with many different building sites to take advantage of unparallel mountain living. Town water in front street. Opportunity to own 3 acres in the Canadian Rockies at a great price. $225,000 CALL JOHN MLS

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Legion Winners Grade 6 students at ISS took part in the Legion’s Remembrance Day contest last November. The following students were acknowledged for their essays.

Each of the students received a certificate and a cheque.

Pictured left to right: Samantha Uhersky- 2nd place Coleman Legion, Dakota Gibboney-Stafford- 2nd place Bellevue Legion, Nelson Groves- 1st place Coleman Legion and 2nd place in Southwest Alberta District and Levi Goin- 1st place Bellevue Legion and 3rd place in Southwest Alberta District.

Herald Contributor photo

Ready to Recycle The first of three new recycling bins has arrived in the Crowsnest Pass. The first bin is located at the municipal building in Hillcrest. The bin includes slots for cardboard, plastic, paper and tin. Two more bins will be brought to different locations in Blairmore and Coleman in the future.

David Selles photo

Ready, set lights The new traffic lights are up at the Highway 40 and Highway 3 intersection in Coleman and the Highway 3 and 213 Street intersection at the Bellevue and Hillcrest entrances. Both sets of lights are now operational.

John Kinnear photo

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The pain associated with COVID An Opinion Piece

Dear Editor; Part I - The Pain of Lockdown When the pandemic first started my mother was a resident in a long term care unit for dementia patients in Lethbridge. I was in visiting her the day the first COVID-19 lockdown started in March of 2020.

“The doors will be locked at 1:00 pm Erika, and you’ll have to leave.”

It was such a confusing and heart breaking moment.

At that point no one was sure when I could see her again. I’d typically visit her every day or two at most.

She had vascular dementia, cancer, diabetes, and a host of other health issues. Some days she was ok but other days she was terrified, or sad, or terribly confused.

On the bad days she didn’t remember my father had died, or she was terrified, or angry, or living in hallucinations of times past. Phone calls could be met with gruff responses, “You need to pick me up Erika, now! I’m late for work!” Or pleading tears as, “They locked me down in the dungeon!”

She was a childhood abuse survivor who now, on occasion, believed her wheelchair seatbelt was a perp’s restraint rather than something meant to protect her. She’d often forget she was still recovering from a broken hip and pelvis, and was prone to falling every time she’d do as she always had and... get up and go.

“I have to get home to make your father supper!”

Or, “Erika! I have to call my parents! They don’t know where I am! I need to call my mother, do you have her number?” she’d ask weeping.

Trying times those were. And now a lockdown. What was I going to do? What were the other residents and their families going to do?

The sorrow that first hit me was overwhelming that day. It wasn’t just about my mother and I. What about May? (Not her real name.) She visits her husband every afternoon.

She’s not here yet. She doesn’t know this is happening. She’d never get the chance to say goodbye to him on her terms.

Would any of these residents have what they need for the next few weeks? Or who knows how long?

There was only a mo-

ment’s notice. No time for phone calls to families whose loved ones weren’t already on site. Visitation was over. Abruptly.

I struggled to comprehend what that could mean for my mother. What that could mean for every resident that was in care. I had less than an hour to say goodbye to my mom who didn’t even have the capacity to understand what was going on nor what the following months would bring.

I can only describe it as a feeling of helpless desperation drowned in sadness.

“Where are you?” she’d ask, time and again, over the coming weeks. “I

can’t see you mom, not until Sunday,” when I could have a once a week, in-person visit. Or not till Wednesday when we could FaceTime.

We could phone each other anytime but visitation restrictions were now severely limited. One video call and one in-person 1/2 hour visit per week. That’s all the remaining staff could do with so many residents.

Although the staff were phenomenal and I did everything I could to make my time with my mother work, it wasn’t the same.

She needed the physical hugs. She craved the bonding that my in-person visi-

tation gave her. Many of the residents shared that same need.

At the start of the pandemic, confusion about protocols and changing government regulations were prevalent. I couldn’t bring her any more roasted chicken - her favourite meal. The springtime wreath I’d bought to hang on her door was declined, as it couldn’t be cleaned. So many little things, that had meant so much to her, I could no longer do.

I knew I wasn’t the only one hurting and it didn’t take long to see the heartbreak on fellow visitors. The toll it took on them when they were declined at the door. The sadness or tears in their eyes when we looked at each other from our stools

whilst sitting outside our loved one’s windows.

Thoughts of it still make me cry.

My mother passed away in September of 2020.

I knew she was going to die on my last weekly inperson, NO HUGS, keep six feet of distance, sanitize, wear masks, visitation. She wasn’t engaged. And on her last few FaceTime visits she hadn’t seemed to see me. I felt as though she couldn’t differentiate between me on live video and a droning TV set that she’d stopped watching months ago.

I spoke to the nurse and called the doctor. It was clear - to me - she’d be dying soon. Her body and mind had started to shut down. Not from dementia, but more likely the recur-

ring bout of breast cancer she’d been too weak to receive treatment for, coupled with the separation that Covid-19 health regulations had created between us.

Her number one fan was rarely there anymore.

Her one sure and solid dose of frequent Erika hugs and adoration was replaced with one weekly half hour of masks, sanitizer and lines taped on the ground.

She was deemed palliative the next morning. I could now come and go as I pleased, 24 hours a day.

Mask, gown, gloves, sanitizer, Covid checklist, and temp check every time I’d exited and then re-entered the building. We spent the next 8 days together.

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Mayor Painter gives initial thoughts on JRP Decision DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

Following the JRP decision and recommendation that the Grassy Mountain Coal Project does not move forward, Mayor Painter said he was slightly caught off guard by the final decision.

“I'm disappointed in the decision. I was anticipat-

ing that they would have received approval perhaps with some conditions or restrictions. I was very surprised the decision was just a firm no and that it's not in the best interest of the public.”

With the uncertainty now surrounding future mining projects in the Crowsnest Pass, Mayor Painter says he and the rest of Council will now need to re-

The pain associated with COVID Cont’d from page 9

When her death rattle started, my mask and gloves hit the floor. Covid regulations didn’t matter at that point. She would see me, and feel my touch, before she left.

And she did.

I know the care she received was the best it could be given the situation.

No healthcare provider could work at more than one place.

Everyone... doctors, nurses, HCA’s, maintenance, recreational therapy, occupational therapy, acute care, and emergency workers, had to make choices. Although many worked at more than one site, they now had to choose. Sites had to find extraordinary ways to fill the gaps.

Part II The Covid Hole?

Covid-19 can kill people who have weakened immune systems or underlying conditions.

That’s reality.

I understood that at the time.

And I hated it.

I hated it because it meant separation. The kind of separation from a loved one that equals painful, overwhelming sadness you’d never mend.

The shittiest of timing for sure, but life doesn’t pander to one’s personal agenda.

The regulations that ensued would reduce the risk of me killing my mother or any other resident in care. That’s a good thing. The pain I’d feel over it, was tremendous, but at least I’d not have the guilt that some carry for stopping short the lives of their loved one and lives of others who unluckily shared the same living space.

I guess what I’m saying is that just as shit happens, Covid happened.

Regulations to protect people’s safety needed to happen to save lives. And it did.

And the indirect loneliness that ensued for those in care because of those regulations are unarguably sad. Yet the number of deaths, as a whole, are less because

those regulations were instilled.

Throwing personal feelings aside, it was about the big picture. Not me, or my mom. It’s accepting the hard fact that my mother, our love, and her end number happened while a greater good, for more people, also needed to happen.

And with that, other issues emerged. These regulations happened because of the vast number of people who value and want to protect human lives.

They did not come from the voiceless masses that no one visits. Regulations to protect them, sure as shit, wasn’t in the minds of those wondering when the next shift change hits so they can have a bowel movement that’s more likely to get cleaned up in a timely or kindly manner.

Regulations, sure as shit, didn’t mean they’d have someone to talk to. It didn’t mean they’d get their hair combed, have a meaningful conversation, or do anything so many of us take for granted every day, all day.

Or did it?

Part III Defining the Role

By February of 2021, I’d relocated to the mountains where I’d always wanted to reside. I was lucky to have the opportunity and courage to make the jump. I didn’t have a job to go to but I had time to sort it out.

I’d seen an ad on Facebook. The province was looking to hire Comfort Care Aides (CCA’s) to fill the gap that Covid-19 had created. Alberta Health Services had acquired a recruiting agency to hire 1600-2000 CCA’s across the province of Alberta.

The position details were somewhat vague and could vary depending on site placement. To put it simply, the gist was that CCA’s would be there to provide emotional and social support to residents in Long Term Care Facilities. They could also assist Health

Care Aides with their tasks so long as adequate supervision was provided when necessary.

Although I could never go back and change the COVID-19 situation that had impacted my mother in care, perhaps I could move forward by helping others in long term care who were also hurting.

I applied, went through orientation, and was placed at the Crowsnest Pass Care Centre in the Long Term Care unit. I started on March 11th, 2021.

It’s been a whirlwind journey.

The initial few weeks were utter confusion.

Who do I report and answer to? My duties should be this, no this, no this, no this, at every turn, from every staffing field.

I chose to go with my gut feelings. I would meet all the residents. I would engage. I would try and assess their emotional needs on my own scale.

And what was my scale?

I found my own flexible routine. At the start there was one other CCA on site – a marvelous woman - who worked the 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm weekday shifts that overlapped with my 8:00 am - 4:15 pm.

I’d arrive early, and walk the hallways making my introductions. How was your night? How was your sleep? What do you need?

What evolved was a pattern of tending to their morning hygiene, portering them to breakfast, pouring their first cup of tea, or coffee, getting them water, a hot blanket, changing their oxygen tank, etc. In that morning exchange I could gauge their mood.

My goals were simple. Try and achieve a smile, let them know they’re loved, find those who could use some extra support. Simple things.

I can get mushy if I think too hard. I’ve grown up defending the underdog. Thanks to my parent’s end-of-life journeys, I came to understand the critical necessity of people

maintaining their dignity and independence throughout the journey.

We are born, we live, and we die.

It’s common to celebrate births, we live our lives, make our choices, adjust them along the way, and we try and find that personal sense of belonging.

We age, we die. We have funerals, or not.

Things get complicated, or overwhelming, for many. Families are supportive, or outright volatile, or everything in between. And maybe I’m wrong to say this, but many seem to be afraid to ask those who are dying or can no longer care for themselves, how they feel about it. Are they ready for the journey they’re on?

Part IV - Covid Killed the Hairdresser Not literally, there just wasn’t one in the building anymore. Nor were there any volunteers.

I’m no hairdresser but I’ve since dyed, curled and braided hair.

I’m not an esthetician but I’ve since painted hundreds of nails. I’ve spent an afternoon fixing bent bra clasps for some ladies while my CCA partner ordered new bras for others.

I’ve bought shoes for those that had no footwear whatsoever.

Found gently used ones, pants, socks, shirts, etc., for those that have little.

I’ve focused on getting or doing the little things that help maintain a person’s dignity or build social connections.

Whether it’s playing a mean game of crib, sharing stories of elk sightings on the local ridges, or finding ways to display a resident’s handiwork they created during lockdown, it’s all made their eyes lit up.

I’d spend a night at home building a music playlist of old waltzes and polkas I hoped might engage a resident whose depleting eyesight was adding to her isolation. To watch her eyes close, a smile stretch across her face, see her aging body now confined to a wheelchair - start to move, and then hear the sudden, surprisingly loud, and then

evaluate their Strategic Plan and may need to make changes in the future.

“It's something that Council is going to have to seriously reconsider perhaps. We have not had that opportunity to discuss that yet. Council will discuss this in the future. Council will have to discuss our Strategic Plan, which will be very important moving forward.”

tearful singing that fell from her lips, made my heart smile.

It’s been a treat to give residents the simplest of things like smelling the scent of fresh cut lilacs, admiring the flowers and birds whilst sitting in the gazebo, and sharing life stories while they embraced the sunshine of a warm afternoon. They are grateful There have been sorrowful moments too. Trying to ease the humiliation that arises when incontinence overruled a person’s independent spirit and they had to rely on others to clean them.

Reminding resident’s loved ones that it’s important they too take time for themselves. Offering assistance and a shoulder to cry on when their loved one is dying or has recently passed away. Holding their hand and whispering words of comfort to the palliative ones who are alone.

One minute I could find the key to easing the fear and confusion that can come with a resident’s sundowning. The game of shuffleboard... one they’re not only good at, but where they forget their fears and actually partake in competitive ribbing while kicking your butt. The next minute (or morning), I’m on the floor beside them, making them as comfortable as possible, holding their hand, letting them know that someone is there with them, while we wait for the paramedics to arrive... Unsure if it’s a stroke, or due to the fall... and recognizing that the answer is irrelevant given my role.

Be there for them.

Comfort them.

In the days that followed I’ve quietly mourned their loss, yet fondly remember the shared bonding that was had over a simple game of shuffleboard.

The social and emotional supports that CCA’s have provided aren’t unique to the position. Most staff, whatever their role, will spend their spare moments providing it as well.

Yet sadly, no one else

has the time that CCA’s do. Covid aside, rural areas suffer constant understaffing which leaves the existing employees heavier workloads. Doing their best still leaves many resident’s needs unmet.

Who suffers? The residents.

When I first started I’d of said CCA’s were hired to fill the gap that Covid created but indirectly it’s emphasized the gap in care that’s always existed.

Without Covid the majority of residents still have no loved ones. Without Covid rural care settings continue to have staffing shortages. And without Covid, staff still don’t have the meaningful extra time to spend tending to the emotional and social needs of residents.

Countless times I have heard from residents and staff about the difference we’ve made. With the Alberta government set to reopen the economy on July 1st, the final day of employment for all CCA’s is now June 30th.

Everyone’s aware of the gap that will recur and a genuine fog of sadness flows throughout the building now.

The majority of residents have no one that visits them. Some have family far away, their visits rare. There’s also the lucky few that had two support people on their visitor list.

Visitation has opened up now, yet the increase in visitors is minimal. The new or returning line of volunteers is nowhere near long enough to close the gap.

We, the CCA’s, have reached the end of our contract.

The difference we’ve made with residents is clear. The hole in many of their lives, which existed before we came, will return unless those around us and above us see its value and make positions like mine the norm.

To the residents: Thank you for opening your hearts to us and sharing a part of your journey.

Erika Grintals CCA – Crowsnest Pass Care Centre

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Livingstone Range School Division year end update FRANK MCTIGHE Contributor

School board announces award recipients A Matthew Halton school student is the recipient of the prestigious Lloyd Cavers Student Leadership Scholarship.

Livingstone Range School Board announced last week Nicole Kirkness received the $1,000 award.

“We had a great discussion about how we have such amazing kids in this division,” school board chair Lori Hodges said.

The Cavers scholarship and other awards were announced during the June 15 school board meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

Each high school in Livingstone Range nominates one student for the Lloyd Cavers Student Leadership Scholarship.

The other nominees, who each received $200, were as follows: F.P. Walshe school in Fort Macleod — Nick Housenga.

Willow Creek Consolidated high school in Claresholm — Mardi Kitchen.

J.T. Foster high school in Nanton — Grace Fawcett.

Livingstone high school in Lundbreck — Indie MacGarva.

Crowsnest Consolidated high school in the Crowsnest Pass — Jorja Mercer-Penney.

The school board also announced the recipients of these awards: Livingstone-Macleod Association $2,000 Bursary Fund — Joshua Erwin Tippel of Crowsnest Consolidated.

Enmax $1,000 Scholarship — Logan Olsen of Livingstone school.

2020 Honouring Spirit Indigenous Student Award nominees — Tess Provost and Kristina LaCerte from F.P. Walshe school “We are super proud of all our kids,” Hodges said.

Livingstone Range offers alternative education Livingstone Range School has a waiting list for its summer school.

The school division has also created a summer reading program for students in Grade 1-3 to address gaps created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Associate superintendent of curriculum and innovation Chad Kuzyk updated trustees last week during their June 15 meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

Kuzyk told trustees 55 students are registered for summer school, with five on a waiting list.

Greg Freer is principal of summer school and will teach Social Studies.

Karen Krammer will teach English and Language Arts, Career and Life Management (CALM) and options.

Daphne Yoner will teach Math, Science and Physical Education.

“They will access most of the material online,” Kuzyk said.

Kuzyk explained students can access courses virtually using the Hapara learning platform.

Students also have the option to attend in person for support at the Crossroads Campus school in Fort Macleod.

Kelly McCracken will lead the summer reading program for students in Grade 1-3.

Information is available to parents on the Livingstone Range Web site.

Trustees were also told about 50 students have confirmed they will continue home education next year through Livingstone Range.

Kuzyk said plans are to create a “shared responsibility” program for home education. Families will be able to access Livingstone range teachers for at least 20 per cent of their program.

Plans are also to offer presentations from speakers as well as field trips

for home education students.

Kuzyk told trustees about 40 students are anticipated next year for the international student program.

Thirteen students are to attend Willow Creek Composite in Claresholm, 10 at F.P. Walshe school in Fort Macleod, seven at Livingstone school in Lundbreck, six each at Crowsnest Consolidated and J.T. Foster school in Nanton, and five at Matthew Halton school in Pincher Creek.

Home stay co-ordinators are Jennifer Ziebert for Lundbreck and Pincher Creek and Jody Rice for Crowsnest Pass.

A co-ordinator is not yet named for Nanton, Claresholm and Fort Macleod.

Kuzyk told trustees work is ongoing to develop a “robust” virtual school in Livingstone Range to provide more courses for high school students.

Trustees supported the work on alternative forms of schooling.

“I think it’s super important that we have it,” school board chair Lori Hodges said. ‘And I’m excited to see how it moves forward from here.”

School board sets meeting schedule Livingstone Range School Board set its meeting schedule for the next year.

Trustees approved the schedule during their June 15 meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

The next board meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 21 at the division office in Fort Macleod. The board will meet in closed session in the morning.

The remaining dates are: • Tuesday, Oct. 26, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

The meeting of the whole starts at 9 a.m.

• Tuesday, Nov. 16, 1

p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

• Tuesday, Nov. 23, breakfast with the staff at Horace Allen school followed by the board meeting of the whole.

• Tuesday, Dec. 14, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office. The meeting of the whole is at 9 a.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 11, breakfast with Canyon school staff followed by a board meeting of the whole.

• Tuesday Jan. 18, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

Tuesday, Feb. 8, brunch with maintenance staff and bus drivers followed by a board meeting of the whole.

• Tuesday, Feb. 15, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

• Tuesday, March 15, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

• Tuesday, March 29, breakfast with staff at West Meadow school followed by a meeting of the whole.

• Tuesday, April 12, meeting of the whole at school division office.

• Tuesday, April 26, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

• Tuesday, May 17, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

• Tuesday, May 24, breakfast with colony school staff followed by a meeting of the whole.

• Tuesday, June 14, meeting of the whole at the school division office.

• Tuesday, June 21, 1 p.m. board meeting at the school division office.

School board reviews procedure for equipment disposal Livingstone Range School Division reviewed its process for disposing of unneeded furniture and equipment.

Trustees approved the procedure presented by associate superintendent of business services Jeff Perry at the June 15 meeting.

“I don’t think there

needs to be major changes to the document,” Perry told trustees gathered at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

Trustees had earlier asked administration to review the policy and present it to the board.

That request was due to some questions from the public how the school division handles surplus equipment and furniture.

“I feel the procedure is appropriate and similar to other jurisdictions,” Perry said.

When equipment or furniture is expendable, a list is provided to the associate superintendent of business services.

Other Livingstone Range schools and departments are given the first opportunity to claim the item, with the estimated value credited to the appropriate account.

Items not claimed by schools or departments are certified surplus by administration.

Administration then arranges for the sale or disposal of the property.

Items with an estimated value of greater than $5,000 are sold by tender or auction.

Proceeds from the sale are credited to the account of the facility or department that disposed of the item.

Livingstone Range will use furniture and equipment as trade-ins whenever possible.

Perry told trustees surplus items will in future be listed on the school division Web site to make the public aware what is available.

Livingstone Range to help fund rural caucus Livingstone Range School Board determined its contribution to the Alberta School Boards Association’s rural caucus.

Trustees voted June 15 to contribute up to $866 to the rural caucus as its share of the budget.

“Basically we’re keeping the budget the

same as last year,” trustee Clara Yagos said.

The contribution was on the agenda of the board’s June 15 meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

The rural caucus has a budget of $36,408, which is the same as last year.

The budget is divided among 42 association members.

Livingstone Range trustee Brad Toone suggested the budget could be lower to reflect lower costs for virtual meetings and less travel.

“I would like to see some adjustment to reflect cost savings,” Toone said.

Toone said the previous budget was created prior to the pandemic and that should be reflected.

Yagos said the budget was created with the anticipation the province will move out of the public health restrictions as the pandemic eases.

Trustee John McKee said Livingstone Range gets good value out of the rural caucus.

“I think any time you can get someone else who is going to advocate for the rural school boards I think it’s a good thing,” said McKee, who favoured making the recommended contribution.

School board vicechair Lacey Poytress agreed the rural caucus provides value.

Toone agreed, but said the budget should have been developed to realize some efficiencies, given the financial challenges facing all school boards.

School board chair Lori Hodges has found it valuable to be able to meet with other rural school board members to discuss issues and share ideas.

The rural caucus provides valuable advocacy to the provincial government.

“I think they are being fiscally responsible on this budget,” Hodges said.

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A&K Self StorAge Located in the Frank Industrial Park

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To those protesting Dairy Road rezoning Dear Editor;

To those that are protesting the Dairy Road Park rezoning I would like to ask one question. Why have you not approached

the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee? In the 8 years I have been on the committee there has not been one person who has approached us.

Years ago through Council there was a complaint about the safety of the chain link fence and the dugouts. It was investigated and deemed unsafe

Logging/Coal Mining, Reforestation/ Reclamantion and Headwaters Dear Editor;

I took a drive up the Atlas Road yesterday. The bridges are all repaired/replaced by the Forest Industry, the road is a little bumpy, but for me that road has a lot of history. I raised my family on “Timber Dollars”. ´But you know what; the mountain views on that road are getting worse every year. Why? Because the reforested cut blocks are growing so well and are so tall (the new Forest) the view is often obstructed (a good problem) and the sun was shining!

As a representative of the Forest Industry working in that area, and others, we were always working against anti-logging campaigns vilifying our industries damage to

the “HEADWATERS” These campaigns were led by the same groups who are running the anti coal mine campaigns against Grassy Mountain and Tent Mountain reopening. In fact many of the same individuals are involved.

They still use the same rhetoric, switching some of the “indicator species” as the “science” proved their” scare tactics” were incorrect. Remember the “only 3 grizzly bears remaining south of Hwy #1 because of the clear cut logging”. That one didn’t work. Another lie! Now of course social media has no bounds.

But back to my Atlas Road drive. So many memories and such pride in my industry and the guys I worked with. The

reforestation is excellent, the creeks are running clear as gin, and wildlife was everywhere. But you don’t hear about that from the anti logging groups do you? No letter writing campaigns acknowledging that reforestation and good reclamation have resulted in good headwater protection. It was the high standards of the Government regulations which guided those operations.

As we continued to log and reforest we provided good jobs in the Crowsnest Pass. It seemed the government stood firm with us, for the most part. In my case, many of those, in Government, were Foresters too and knew that good Forest Management made sense.

They also seemed to re-

Ivermectin research: an email sent to Premiers and Health Officers in Western Canada Dear Editor; Dear Minister and Staff, Ivermectin has been shown through many research studies done in various countries of the world to be very effective in both the prevention and cure of the Covid-19 virus. Perhaps you know of this. At present, this inexpensive drug is being used in many countries (India, various Eastern European nations, Brazil, Latin American countries, Philippines, Mexico,...) towards this purpose. A recent meta-analysis of all research completed to date (24 studies to March 6/2021, I believe) has been done by a renowned research analyst, Dr. Tess Lawrie of Britain; with startling, positive results. Further, groups of top virologists and researchers throughout the world (eg.

BIRD; FLCCC) are now making recommendations to world governments and health authorities towards the use of Ivermectin in the prevention and treatment of the Covid-19 virus Details may be quickly viewed on

the following YouTube channels: - Dr. John Campbell March 7/2021, short “Precis”, about 22 minutes, also April 7/2021 - latest WHO studies and inconsistent recommendations - Trial Site news especially March 6/2021, March 15 and March 29/2021 posts (another recent meta-analysis) - the Whiteboard Doctor channel; - several posts in the last 2 months.

At present, health authorities in general are slow in accepting this new research.

It appears that they are afraid of the reaction of the giant pharmaceutical corporations which fund so much of medical research, etc.

The April 7/2021 video

by Dr. John Campbell shows that the recent WHO studies, considering 5(or 7?) “random control trials” yielded a 72% efficacy in reducing deaths amongst diagnosed covid-19 patients receiving Ivermectin. The WHO still

inconsistently, does not approve of the use of Ivermectin by doctors in combating this virus; puzzling in light of the present health crisis.

This very inexpensive drug has been used safely in many nations of the world for over 40 years. It's use has been towards the treatment of various diseases and parasitic infections in both human and animal populations: - these include parasitic worms, yellow fever, dengue, zika, Rocky Mountain fever(I think), scabies ...

Research leading to the development and production of Ivermectin won a Nobel Prize about 40 years ago.

This drug is very innocuous; apparently up to 10x a normal dose has been given without noticeable adverse side- effects.

Also, some recent research (see channels listed above) suggests that given the specific binding mechanisms of this drug within the human cell, Ivermectin is effective in combating Covid19 variants. This is of course,

and then removed. Another complaint was lodged about this being done.

It was suggested to councillors that an off leash dog park be established. Again complaints were lodged with council

about possible parking problems so the idea was canned.

Not once was the advisory committee contacted.

Again I ask why not?

My only answer is people

seem to like to bitch to councillors, bitch on social media, create bitching protests, etc. They do not make presentations to the committee over their concerns.

Derek Medland

spect the right for people to make a living. Thank goodness the Government didn’t establish a “Review Panel” to gather all the petitions, anti-logging letters, listen to all the same rhetoric against industry, potential effects of this and that, and then relinquish the decision to that Panel.

If they had done that the Forest Industry would have been shut down, the drive up the Atlas Road wouldn’t have been possible yesterday and I’m sure the forests up there would have burned by now.

This recent Grassy Mountain “Review Panel” decision (hopefully to be over-turned) is of real concern. It is wrong! Who manages the crown land anyway; the Government or “Review Panels”? Do we make decisions based on worst case scenarios?

But like the anti-groups, the Government (or even a

Review Panel) they will not drive into the old logging areas and see the positive results: The Grassy Mountain review group will not drive into the Elk Valley and look at the Coal Mine reclaimed areas, look at and discuss selenium issues with both the coal companies and the fishing guides, look at the economy, the towns, the people working in the coal industry, etc.

Instead of facts, the anti-coal groups spread fear and miss-information and now, at this point, they have influenced a seriously wrong decision affecting the Crowsnest Pass and Alberta. And for a Provincial Government, who says they dislike Federal interference, how did this Panel have the right to send their recommendations directly to Ottawa?

In conclusion, from a Forestry Professional who

believes in the right to earn a living off crown land resources, and who has not gone through Riversdale’s submission with a fine tooth comb: if there are some concerns about Riversdale’s plan, well let’s look at those areas and correct them! It is absolutely false to decree that, as an industry/government/society, we cannot extract a valuable resource, provide jobs, boost an economy (locally and provincially) in an environmentally sound manner. These are big issues. Moving forward, does the Government plan to make decisions by Review Panel and not by sound science and strong regulations and standards? These issues are, breaking and dividing, this Province and our society.

Yours truly, John MacGarva RPFT (Retired)

very important.

In Mexico and the U.S.(some states), Ivermectin(Stromectol) can be purchased “over-thecounter" or "on-line” by the general public. My preventative dose in Mexico (15 mg/once every ca. 3 months) costs about $5/dose, yet apparently can be purchased here for less "on-line". Also in Mexico, many doctors are prescribing Ivermectin in early stages of covid-19 treatment; treating symptomatic patients who have tested positive for covid-19. They are presently experiencing great success!

Another recent metaanalysis has been done by Dr. B. Agbayani, a lead research doctor in the Philippines, who for many years has been investigating the Sars-Cov2 virus. Now a provision for “a compassionate use” of Ivermectin has been given to doctors in the Philippines with respect to treatment of this virus; regardless of WHO recommendations. - see You-Tube video: Doctor: there are at least 80 studies, 26 trials on the use of Ivermectin vs covid-

19

Bamlanivimab, although it must be given by Infusion, is presently approved for the treatment of covid-19 in Canada. This is good news, Again returning to our discussions concerning Ivermectin, I believe that this inexpensive and safe drug should be made available in Canada for the treatment and prevention of Covid-19, for those who wish to use it.

Certainly medical doctors should be able to prescribe Ivermectin for these stated purposes.

At this point, given recent research, it seems unethical not to allow the use of this drug towards these purposes. This issue should be looked into immediately, in light of the present health crisis.

Please do not feel that you need to respond to my letter in any significant way.

I know governing authorities are very busy, yet I wish to share this important information; especially the recent, helpful You-Tube videos listed above.

Please share this letter with anyone you wish.

Dennis Templeman, PhD.(history)

ANC 24/7(news), April 11/2021 This researcher answers, carefully and convincingly, common objections to prescribing Ivermectin towards the prevention and treatment of Sars- Cov 2. Governing health officials should certainly examine the information in this new video, and the April 7/2021 video by Dr. John Campbell on these issues. Various inconsistent policies issued by the WHO in recent years are discussed

by Dr. Pierre Kory in the You-Tube video: FLCCC weekly update; Health Officials….., May 13/2021 We mention, as I’m sure you are aware, that new drugs have been developed for the treatment of covid-19; such as Molnupirivir and Bamlanivimab(this by the Eli Lilley corp.). A recent analysis of these drugs, which involve the production of monoclonal antibodies is discussed on the following You-Tube channel: Dr. Mike Hansen; New drugs for covid-19 treatment and prevention; Mar.28/2021

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South Zone Covid-19 Update DaviD SelleS Pass Herald Reporter

ALL NUMBERS ARE UP TO DATE AS OF Monday, June 28th.

Province wide, there have been 231,850 cases to date. Of these cases, 1,261 are active. 2,295 people have died from the virus in Alberta.

The number of cases in the South Zone by area is as follows: South Zone total: To date, there have been 12,488 total cases in the

south zone. 12,313 people have recovered from Covid-19 in the south zone. There are currently 42 active cases in the south zone. There are 27 active variant cases in the south zone and 18 deaths from variants to date.

There is currently 1 outbreak in the South Zone.

The outbreak location is Canadian Pacific Railway in Medicine Hat. Here is the community breakdown of cases in the south zone.

Crowsnest Pass: 86 cases reported, 3 cases are active, 82 case recovered and 1 death.

Pincher Creek: 318 cases reported, 4 cases active, 309 cases recovered and 5 deaths.

Waterton: 4 cases reported, 0 cases active, 4 cases recovers and no deaths.

Fort Macleod: 322 cases reported, 2 cases active, 314 cases recovered and 6 deaths.

C a r d s t o n County/Kainai: 1,030 cases reported, 2 cases active, 1,010 cases recovered and 18 deaths.

County of Warner: 470 cases reported, 5 cases ac-

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tive, 462 cases recovered and 3 deaths.

County of Forty Mile: 157 cases reported, 0 cases active, 154 cases recovered and 3 deaths.

Cypress County: 301 cases reported, 1 case active, 299 cases recovered and 1 death.

Lethbridge County: 1,262 cases reported, 8 cases active, 1,242 cases recovered and 12 deaths.

Lethbridge: 4,803 cases reported, 131 cases are active, 4,634 cases recovered and 38 deaths.

VACCINE NUMBERS: In Alberta to date: 4,198,463 doses of Covid-19 vaccine have

been administered in Alberta 71.7 per cent of people ages 12+ have received at least one dose (61 per cent of total population) 38.6 per cent of 12+ population are fully vaccinated (32.9 per cent of total population) STAGE 3 BEGINS: As of July 1st: • All restrictions lifted, including ban on indoor social gatherings • Isolation requirements for confirmed cases of COVID-19 and some protective measures in continuing care settings remain.

• The general indoor provincial mask mandate will be lifted, but masking may still be required in limited and specific settings.

Certain cities and municipalities have their own mask bylaws in place and some will be keeping them in place past July 1. Included in that list is Lethbridge. Lethbridge City Council voted 5-4 in favour of keeping Lethbridge’s Face Covering Bylaw in place until December 31st, 2021. Lethbridge City Council has stated they are open to removing that bylaw earlier if things continue in a positive direction.