Crowsnest Pass Herald - April 10, 2024

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Vol. 94 No. 14

April 10, 2024 $1.25

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Solar eclipse causes complete darkness

Joanne Cole Photo

A total solar eclipse sent parts of Canada into total darkness on April 9. Parts of eastern Canada were in the dark as the moon momentarily blocked out the sun. The eclipse moved across the continent for the first time in seven years, leaving crowds of Canadians with a sight they won’t be able to see again for decades. For her birthday, Joanne Cole, owner of See & Sea Travel Inc. travelled to Mazatlán Sinola Mexico for this once in a lifetime event.

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Spring weather brings sun, warm temperatures and ticks…

DEVIN BRADY Pass Herald Community Reporter

Alberta offers a program called ‘Submit-A-Tick’.

When a tick is found on a person, animal or in the environment you may submit a photo of the tick using an app called, eTick.

As the weather now begins to reach above the freezing point and the sun has emerged from behind the wall of clouds, so has the inevitable tick. Alberta is home

FORMULAIRE 3RA

Avis du jour de déclaration de candidatures

Local Authorities Election Act (Article 26)

RÉGION SCOLAIRE FRANCOPHONE DU SUD (Conseil scolaire FrancoSud) PROVINCE D’ALBERTA Avis est donné par la présente que le jour de déclaration de candidatures est fixé au 24 avril 2024 et que les noms des candidats à élire aux postes suivants pourront être soumis au bureau de l’autorité régionale francophone de la RÉGION SCOLAIRE FRANCOPHONE DU SUD (Conseil scolaire FrancoSud) au cours de la période commençant le 6 avril 2024 et se terminant à midi le jour de déclaration de candidatures.

Nombre de postes vacants

Poste(s) Conseiller scolaire PUBLIC

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Conseiller scolaire CATHOLIQUE

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Subdivision électorale no (s’il y a lieu) Quartier PUBLIC No.2 Aire électorale 2 Quartier CATHOLIQUE No.3 Aire électorale 1

Adresse des bureaux de la Région scolaire francophone du Sud (Conseil scolaire FrancoSud) : Deerfoot Atria, South Building 6715 8 Street NE Suite 295 Calgary (Alberta) T2E 7H7 DATÉ à Calgary dans la province d’Alberta ce 6e jour d’avril 2024. /Brigitte St-Hilaire/ Signature du directeur du scru.n

to many different species of ticks but the most common is the Rocky Mountain Wood Tick, Dermacentor andersoni. Other ticks that you may come across are the American Dog Tick, Deer Tick, Western Blacklegged Tick, Winter Tick and Brown Dog Tick. Another species that has been on the rise throughout Canada has been the Lonestar, it may be remembered as the tick that could possibly make a person allergic to red meat. Luckily they are still not dominant in Alberta.

Throughout the province ticks emerge once the weather begins to reach above four degrees Celsius, but can be found year round. During the spring, birds migrating from warmer climates will also bring ticks which will then call the wooded areas, tall grass or leaf litter home. While getting a tick bite may seem to be a large cause for concern, the Alberta government states that the majority of tick species in Alberta do not carry Borrelia (B). burgdorferi, the bacteria that can cause Lyme disease. Although the chances of contracting the disease are reduced in Alberta, it is not impossible and removing ticks within a timely manner, 24 hours, will reduce your rises even further.

There is a plethora of old wives tales that claim to be the correct way of removing a tick. Using a lighter to burn it, ripping it out like tearing a band aid, petroleum jelly to suffocate the insect and the list goes on but the American Center for Disease Control suggests using a clean, fine tipped pair of tweezers grasping the tick as close to the skin and gently pulling the tick upward with steady, even pressure. You do not want to twist, squeeze to tightly or jerk the tick as this can cause parts of the insect to break off and remain lodged within your skin. Once you have removed the insect, you can keep it in a jar if you feel that it is worth getting tested for Lyme disease.

Alberta offers a program called ‘Submit-A-Tick’. When a tick is found on a person, animal or in the environment you may submit a photo of the tick using an app called, eTick. It is suggested that after submitting your photograph, keeping the tick for ten days in the chance more photos are required or you are asked to submit the tick for laboratory testing. Through the photograph you will be notified within two days, typically, of the species and if it is a species that can transmit Lyme disease.

According to the Mayo Clinic, early signs of Lyme disease from a tick bite may include a rash that occurs three to thirty days after the bite. The rash will look like a ring around the outside of the bite, similar to a bulls-eye. If left untreated further stages will include, stiffness, body pain, rashes on the body and immune system activity that may result in irregular heartbeats or eye pain/vision loss. Other tickborne related diseases that can be found in Alberta include Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Powassan virus and tularemia. The province states that the number of these diseases vary year to year from zero to three.

With the weather now warming up and everyone wishing to get outdoors it is important to take precautions against ticks. Such precautions can include taping around the cuff of your pants, wearing long sleeve shirts, wearing a hat and if you have long hair keeping it hidden under your hat and at the end of your excursion, check yourself over to ensure there isn’t a tick that found its way under your clothes. Ticks are just a part of life in the Alberta backcountry, but they should not be a deterrent, it is important to enjoy the spring weather and take in the sunshine.

Fact Sheet: Alberta Submit-a-Tick Program If you have been bitten by a tick and are worried about your health Contact Health Link (811). They can refer you to a resource that is appropriate to your situation.

Consult your health care provider right away if you develop symptoms following a tick bite. If you have a rash, fever, or flu-like symptoms within 30 days of a known tick exposure, talk to your health-care provider about when and where you may have been exposed to a tick(s). Your health-care provider does not need the tick to make a diagnosis. However, if the tick is available, your health care provider may submit it for testing. For more information see: MyHealthAlberta: Lyme Disease How to submit a tick for identification: The Submit-A-Tick program accepts ticks found on people, animals and in the environment.

All ticks must first be screened through eTick by submitting a photograph of the tick. This can be done through the eTick app or through eTick.ca. Access to the platform and links to the mobile eTick application in Google Play or App store are available here. Further instructions, including details on suitable images, are available on the eTick website or app.

The Crowsnest Museum is located in downtown Coleman - 7701 18 Ave, Coleman, AB T0K 0M0 Open Monday to Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm.

What to do after submitting the photograph on eTick: • After submitting your photograph, save the tick in a clean, empty, and secure container for at least 10 days. This is in case you need to submit additional photographs to complete the identification. Do not add any ventilation holes to the container.

• Ticks can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer • The photographs submitted will be used to identify the tick species and you will get the results, typically within two business days - If the tick identified is a type that can transmit the bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi) that causes Lyme disease, or if it cannot be identified from the photograph, you will be asked to submit the tick to the Alberta Public Health Laboratory for additional testing.

• If the tick is not identified as a type that can transmit the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, it can be discarded.

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POLICE BRIEFS Between April 1 to 8, the Crowsnest Pass RCMP Detachment responded to 37 calls for service, of which four were unfounded. A total of five charges were made during this period.

The calls included one traffic collision, six traffic offenses, two 911 Act, one Coroner’s Act, three Mental Health Act, one Municipal Bylaw, one disturbing the peace, one uttering threats against property or an animal, one written traffic warning, three victim services, one uttering threats against a person, four assaults, one theft under $5000, three mischiefs, one fraud under $5000, one suspicious person, two animal calls, one false alarm, one assist to the general public and two well-being checks.

In regard to the protest last week, the Crowsnest Pass RCMP reported a peaceful environment. The incident remains under investigation by another unit.

Additionally, on April 3, adverse weather conditions led to trees uprooting and falling onto power lines. Peace officers responded by cordoning off the affected areas to ensure public safety.

Emergency services were called when a violent individual required police assistance. The RCMP detained the person, who cooperated and was subsequently taken to the hospital for evaluation and assessment. Safety planning was conducted with the individ-

ual's family.

In addition to these incidents, the RCMP cautioned the public about fraudulent activities on online platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Indeed. Scams involving fake addresses and job offers requiring monetary transactions, often in Bitcoin, were highlighted as areas of concern.

On April 5, a potentially dangerous situation unfolded with a person letting their dog run on the train tracks while ice fishing, risking a collision with passing trains. Although the vehicles had left by the time the RCMP intervened, the incident underscored the importance of adhering to safety regulations.

There was a call regarding a reckless pickup truck driving without lights which prompted patrols and communication with neighbouring authorities.

Wildlife welfare concerns arose when four bighorn sheep fell through the ice at Island Lake after being chased by a dog, highlighting the importance of responsible pet ownership and animal control.

On April 7, the RCMP responded to various incidents, including a theft from a storage unit in Frank.

There is limited evidence and police are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Additionally, an intoxicated individual causing a disturbance at a hotel warranted police attention, though the situation was resolved without serious issues. Concerns have emerged regarding suspicious Ziploc bags containing potential food waste being dumped along roads in Coleman, attracting wildlife and posing environmental hazards.

While investigations are ongoing, authorities urge public cooperation to address the issue effectively, with anyone with information being asked to report the issue to either the by-law officers investigating or RCMP. They are also encouraged to report anonymously through Crime Stoppers if they would prefer.

The Simple Raven’s Post

BY AVNER PERL

You Don’t Know

... what you have until you lose it. One or more Royals may lend their faces to a portrait in a newspaper with wide circulation. The next step could be an interview.

Royal watchers will look for nice interesting information about the Royal Family.

Those are good looking, well attired, soft-spoken, and not always can serve as a good example for good morals. The Royal Family is not, may not be, the best example for the nation. It is the British population before changing their class system.

I find myself at strategic points. That doesn’t help much. I can have a chair to climb up and down if I need it. A Catholic on this day is a person attached to a theology of simplicity. I don’t need ways to punish people or make them feel less than others. If you wish to be buried or get married as a Catholic, you can. Roman Catholics these days need ways to keep the faith not to give it up for historical rea-

DID YOU KNOW if you add up all the numbers from 1 to 100 consecutively (1 + 2 + 3...) it totals 5050

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sons. The church is being renewed. A new Pope is spreading a new old faith. Older people are disappearing while new faithful are discovering ways to be spiritual.

We no longer look for material ways to express our faith in God or the Universe. I don’t look for a God to teach me how to inspire folks to be born again by saying one or two words. I hope we don’t distil the faith of our fathers into a couple of words easily found in the bible, as people do lately. A young lady told me that “if it’s in the bible it must be true. “ I can’t do it. I must have faith to start with.

King Charles III has cancer and Catherine, Princess of Wales, the same. The SimpleRaven is about my age and wishes not to suffer pain.

I look at the time that God left me with. The King, who used to be the most important person in the world a few years ago, is one of the richest people on the planet. He can use his riches to make himself noticed and when he speaks, people listen. Very important human able to influence world events. He is a king who lives in a castle and I am a person who would like to speak better English.

I can’t speak like royalty or even close to it. I didn’t learn English as a child. I can’t compete or wear fashionable clothes the way royals do. All I have is being able to mimic the rich and famous and I do it but not very well.

I had cancer treatment and I don’t feel as if I won the lottery. Spring is coming and I wait. We are going to see a wonderful natural phenomenon soon, the solar eclipse of April 8th, 2024. I pray and wait for nature to do what it will. It is the game of life.

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NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

NOTICE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION

LAND USE BYLAW No. 1165, 2023

NOTICE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION BUILDERS AND OWNERS The Municipality is now offering a Municipal Occupancy and Completion Certificate.

The Development Authority of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass recently approved the following development application(s): • DP2024-044 – 826 227 Street, Hillcrest (Lot 12 Block 43 Plan 5150S) For an existing “Single Detached Dwelling” (permitted use); For proposed “Accessory Structures” (ground level deck with a 1.61m front yard projection and an east side yard raised deck) (permitted use); and For an existing “Accessory Building up to 72.8m2”(Shed -9.8m2) (permitted use) • DP2024-046 – 23701 Passburg Drive, Bellevue (Lot 18 Block 16 Plan 0413367) For an existing “Accessory Building up to 72.8m2” (Shed 14.59m2) (permitted use) • DP2024-047 – 22918 5 Avenue, Hillcrest (Lot 16 Block 15 Plan 5150S) For and Addition to an existing “Single Detached Dwelling” (permitted use) with an existing encroachment into lot 17 and a 15% variance for the proposed additions east side yard setback; and For an existing “Accessory Building up to 72.8m2” (Shed Pre-1970- 19m2) (permitted use) with a 75% variance to the rear and a 62% variance to the south side yard setbacks.

Any persons claiming to be adversely affected by the above discretionary development permits or variances may file an appeal by April 25, 2024, to SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD (SDAB) through our Municipal online form or to the or the Land and PROPERTY RIGHTS TRIBUNAL, as may be applicable.

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board: Online Form Submission: https://portal.laserfiche.ca/ o8468/forms/Development_Appeal Fee of $400.00 must be paid with the appeal (will be contacted for payment once the form is sent).

New construction owners or builder/developers can apply for the certificate by going to https://portal.laserfiche. ca/08468/forms/occupancy Once our safety codes team have confirmed that the owner or builder has completed: - Development Approval and Development Permit Conditions met - All applicable Safety Codes Permits and Approvals completed (ie: building, electrical, gas, plumbing, psds, solid fuel source) - Municipal utility accounts set up (water/sewer/garbage & taxes) - Correct Civic Address posted clearly The certificate will be issued via email to the applicant and kept on record in our office.

Please note: if you apply for a Certificate of Occupancy and Completion before you move into your new property, there is no charge for this service. If you apply after you’ve moved in, there will be a $500.00 fee. We encourage you to do the paperwork before moving in!

For more information, please call 403-562-8833 or visit www.crowsnestpass.com/Council/Bylaws/Bylaw 1179, 2024

Development Officer Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Phone: 403 562-8833 Email: development@crowsnestpass.com

Ages 6 - 18 | $75 May 11 | 12pm-4pm Hillcrest Ball Diamonds

NOTICE OF WEIGHT RESTRICTION To protect paved and graveled roadways, a load restriction of 75% of legal axle weight will be in effect on all roadways within the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass effective 12:01 AM, Thursday March 15, 2024.

Removal of the Ban is dependent on weather and ground conditions. Requests for exemptions may be considered.

For more information, please contact the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass at 403-563-2220.

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass would like to invite community volunteers to a night of celebration! Please join us for dinner, entertainment & presentation of the "Order of Crowsnest Pass - Outstanding Volunteer" Award & the "Outstanding Youth Award"

APRIL 18 DOORS OPEN | 5:30PM DINNER | 6:15PM

CASH BAR

MDM Community Centre 2802-222 Street Bellevue

AWARDS- DINNER - ENTERTAINMENT- FREE If you volunteer in our community & would like to attend, your free ticket can be picked up at the Community Services Department Office located at MDM Community Centre until April 10, 2024

For more information, call Kim at 403-563-2207

DEVELOPMENT PERMIT Do You Need a Development Permit for your Exis8ng Accessory Building or Structure?

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One accessory building under 10m² (108 sq. ft.) does not require a development permit if it meets certain criteria (see sample site plan).

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Additional accessory buildings may require a development permit, regardless of size or foundation type (permanent or movable) Other structures may require development permits (eg. fences, decks, gazebos, retaining walls)

BASEBALL CLINIC

BASEBALL CLINIC

2024 ROAD BANS EFFECTIVE NOW

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This certificate will typically be used for new construction projects, but may also be necessary for additions, relocations, change of occupancy classification and commercial projects on a case-by-case basis.

Land and Property Rights Tribunal: 1229-91 Street SW Edmonton AB T6X 1E9

NOTICE OF WEIGHT RESTRICTION

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER

Bring your glove and bat!

4 hour session: Throwing/Pitching, Hitting, Fielding, Baserunning Instructors: Geoff Freeborn - Former pro pitcher/associate scout Cincinnati Reds.

Various former pro and college baseball players: Drew Miller, Tony Wyllie, Jorge Martinez, Brent Cooper, Roberto Valdez, Ramon Valdez, Alex Regan, Brenden Banarjee

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Register with Tracey at 403-563-2208 or at MDM Community Centre

SOCCER CAMPS

Grace Period Jan 1- June 30 While permits may or may not be required for certain structures, this is not an enforcement campaign. During this grace period, no fines or development permit fees will be charged if you submit an application to bring your previously existing accessory buildings or structures into compliance with the bylaw. *Safety Codes Permits and penalties may still apply* Acting now means avoiding potential fines after June 30, 2024, should a compliance certificate request or other development application be submitted (for example, if you wanted to sell your home or build an addition).

Take advantage of this grace period to bring your property into compliance. For information, call 403-562-8833

*Permit fees still apply for new construction *

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Bear safety forum promises expert safety insight NICHOLAS L. M. ALLEN Pass Herald Reporter As the spring season unfolds and bears begin to appear after hibernation, the Crowsnest Pass BearSmart Association is gearing up to host a comprehensive Bear Safety Forum on April 20 from noon to 5 p.m.

The event aims to educate the community on bear encounters and prevention strategies, featuring a lineup of esteemed speakers.

Christy Pool, a representative from the Crowsnest Pass BearSmart Association, shed light on the forum’s goals during an interview. “ We’ve been discussing different ways to keep the education and information flow into the community interesting and engaging for people because you want to keep it at the forefront of their mind, especially now that the bears are moving, “ said Pool, “We discussed having different experts that have had different experiences tell their stories” The forum’s conception stemmed from the community’s interest in firsthand accounts of bear encounters, particularly investigations into maulings led by retired fish and wildlife officers. Pool emphasized the value of sharing such experiences to raise awareness and promote proactive bear safety measures.

Putting together resources from various fields, including biology and wildlife enforcement, was a seamless process, according to Pool. “ They’re all like-minded in that way,” she said, “Educating people and being open to that approach is something that is important to them as well.”

The collaborative effort underscores the shared goal of preventing bear-related incidents through community engagement and awareness.

Scheduled amidst the onset of bear activity, the forum aims to remind residents of the importance of bear safety measures.

“The timing of the event aligns with the bears’ return, serving as a timely reminder for residents to stay vigilant,” said Pool.

By bringing together experts and survivors, the forum looks to equip attendees with knowledge and strategies to mitigate risks effectively.

Attendees can expect insights from distinguished speakers, including biologist Clayton Lamb and retired fish and wildlife officers Todd Ponich and John Clarke. Additionally, mauling survivor and author of the book “Mauled,” Jeremy Evans, will share information about his harrowing experience during the event.

Pool highlighted the significance of attendees’ participation, urging community members to seize the opportunity to engage with experts and ask pertinent questions.

Pool expressed gratitude for the community’s support and emphasized the forum’s role in fostering coexistence with bears.

“We hope for a strong turnout and meaningful discussions that contribute to safer interactions with bears in our region,” she said.

Residents of Crowsnest Pass are encouraged to register at cnpbearsmart@gmail.com ahead of the event.

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Mauling survivor and author Jeremy Evans, from Alberta, is one of the guest speakers at the event. A copy of the novel can be purchased at Crockets Trading Company in Bellevue.

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Herald Editorial LISA SYGUTEK This week Quinn found out that he was accepted to the University of Waterloo in the mechanical engineering program.

This was a huge feat for Quinn as only 15% of all applicants were accepted. Waterloo is considered the MIT of Canada, and it is recognized throughout the world for the quality of its program.

Waterloo is the home of the national math competition and the birthplace of the Blackberry.

As far as mechanical engineering programs, Waterloo is ranked first in Canada and fourth worldwide.

I am incredibly proud of my son. He’s worked very hard to get the marks he’s accomplished, I’m honestly hesitant to support sending him down east.

I don’t understand what has happened to this country, especially down east. I understand we are considered backward, cowboy-hat wearing, pick-up truck driving idiots to many of the cosmopolitan people down east, but to me Alberta and Saskatchewan really seem to me to be the only sane provinces in this great country.

I watch the news and see the rampant antisemitism throughout eastern Canada. Whether you agree or disagree with the Israeli war and their fight to protect themselves, it’s as if the war has allowed all the antisemites free reign to openly express their hatred.

It seems to me that the many of the protests are happening at the eastern schools, such as Queens, Toronto Metropolitan and York. Ironically, Quinn spent a month in York this past summer at the SHAD program.

Now it appears that the law firm of Diamond and Diamond has launched a lawsuit against those four universities.

“What we’re suggesting in our lawsuits is that [the universities] fostered an environment where this type of hate speech has been encouraged and allowed, and there’s been no consequences for it,” said Diamond and Diamond managing partner Sandra Zisckind.

“We’re not filing just to file. We’re filing when we’ve seen a pattern and we’ve seen an environment that has been fostered by the universities ... and the current state just brought it to a new height,” she said.

The suit also alleges Jewish students have been forced out of student organizations, haven’t been given equal opportunity to voice concerns over hate speech on campus, and have been attacked for expressing their Jewish identity at public student meetings.

Is this really where I want my son to pursue his advanced education? Would he even really fit into that environment?

Luckily Quinn has also applied and been accepted to the University of Calgary and Alberta in their mechanical engineering programs. Those institutions are ranked eighth and fourth respectively in the country.

Although it’s ultimately his choice where he wants to go, I hope that I have given him the tools to see that there is a line between free speech and hate. I hope that he sees through the academic indoctrination at these universities to what they really are, people who support antisemitism.

It’s a sad world. I read an article that said a war happens every fourth generation because the third generation forgets why their predecessors went to war.

Quinn learned about the holocaust in English 30.

Yes, you read that right, English 30. It’s not covered in Social 30. Such an incredible persecution and annihilation, and the holocaust doesn’t merit a topic in the social studies curriculum.

Perhaps it’s part of the cancel culture we are seeing throughout the world, I honestly do not know. I do know that when we forget, we repeat. I see what’s happening and it makes me sick to my stomach.

We will see what Quinn picks, I just hope I fostered in him the ability to critically think, because our post-secondary school system seems to have forgotten that concept.

Herald “Letters to the Editor” Policy

Policy: The Pass Herald welcomes Letters to the Editor that examine issues, but reserves the right to edit for length, libel and syntax. Writers must sign letters and include first and last names, address and telephone number. Address and telephone numbers will not be published. Only in exceptional cases will the Pass Herald withhold the name of the writer and in those cases the writer must disclose his/her name, address and telephone number to the Editor.

Electronic email will be considered an electronic signature. Letters to the Editor do not reflect the opinion of the Pass Herald. Letters cannot exceed 600 words. We have limited space, but we do enjoy printing ever­y article. So please, to allow everyone to express their opinion, keep the letters short and to the point. We do have the right to refuse any letter that in our judgement may contain libel or libelous opinions. Should a litigation result from your letter, you as the writer are responsible but so is this newspaper as the publisher.

Recognizing and managing fatigue ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES Fatigue is a feeling of physical and/or mental tiredness or exhaustion that impacts your ability to perform at your best. You may feel fatigued because of overwork, poor sleep, worry, boredom, or lack of exercise.

Any illness may cause fatigue and it usually goes away as the illness clears up. Most of the time, mild fatigue occurs with a health problem that will improve with home treatment and doesn’t usually require a visit to a doctor.

Chronic fatigue is a constant state of weariness that develops over time and reduces your energy and mental capacity. Chronic fatigue can impact your emotional and psychological well-being.

Causes of Fatigue Fatigue can be linked to your habits and routines, which can include: • Sleep disturbances (e.g. snoring, night sweats, and loud noises) • Home environment (e.g. window shades, bed surfaces, room temperatures, etc.) • Level of support (e.g. peer support, family support, etc.) • Too little or too much exercise • Dehydration • Medication • Alcohol, caffeine, or drug use Fatigue can impact your health, safety, and productivity at work and in life. In some cases, fatigue is a symptom of an underlying medical problem that requires medical treatment. Remember to reach out to a medical professional when needed.

But how do you know if you are feeling the impacts of fatigue?

Symptoms of fatigue The feelings associated with fatigue can be broken into three categories: physical, mental, and emotional.

Being mindful of how you experience fatigue can help you understand how to address it.

Physical Signs Yawning, drooping eyes, rubbing of eyes, head dropping, digestive problems Mental Signs Difficulty concentrating on tasks, lapses in attention, difficulty remembering tasks being performed, unable to communicate important information, failure to anticipate events or actions, accidentally doing the wrong thing Emotional Signs More quiet or withdrawn than usual, lack of energy, lack of motivation to perform tasks Tips to a good night’s sleep Sleep is an important part of maintaining your health and wellness. Not getting enough sleep can lead to feelings of fatigue, low alertness, negative mood, lengthier response times, and diminished attention and memory. Over long periods of time, not getting enough sleep can negatively impact health and has been linked to the development of chronic diseases including obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, cardiovascular disease and depression.

There are many things that can be done to improve your ability to sleep. Build healthy sleep patterns by: • Routines: establish a pre-bedtime routine that includes quiet relaxing activities. Go to bed and get up at the same time every day • Quiet: reduce the amount of noise. White noise or earplugs are good options if the room is not quiet enough. • Cool: ensure your room is the right temperature. The body typically sleeps best when the environment is between 18 and 22 degrees Celsius• Dark: block out as much light as possible.

Darker rooms tend to encourage deeper and prolonged sleep • Nutrition: eat at regular intervals and consume a balanced diet • Minimize distractions: use your bed primarily for sleeping. Try not to watch television, play on electronics, or consume screen time in excess before bedtime • Caffeine: minimize caffeine intake prior to sleep. Caffeine acts as a stimulant and can last for up to six hours after consumption

Bricks and Bouquets BOUQUETS Heartfelt thanks to Chester and the crew at Volker Stevin for allowing us to use their garage to train our volunteer drivers for the Crowsnest Cruisers project and outings for the residents at Peaks to Pines Lodge. You are terrific!

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UCP ignoring bussing needs of rural Alberta, critic charges GEORGE LEE Local Journalism Initiative - Macloed Gazette Albertans who live along roads less travelled deserve more passenger routes than providers now offer, says the NDP’s transportation critic.

The need for buses in rural Alberta didn’t die when Greyhound Canada left the West, said Lorne Dach, the member for Edmonton-McClung. Yet community services and privately owned providers struggle to run routes.

“I’m not after subsidies,” Dach told the Local Journalism Initiative in a recent interview. But the government should start “a comprehensive conversation about the type of business model that would survive and is needed in Alberta.”

Dach envisions a mix of large, mid-sized and small buses or vans and on-demand service. Co-operatives and not-for-profits are among possible providers to roll buses through more places, he said.

“And we’re going to need some connection with interprovincial bus networks as well, so we can resurrect the ability to go across the country: to be ticketed from High Level, Alberta, to Thunder Bay, Ontario.”

Devin Dreeshen, transportation and economic corridors minister, confirmed that rural buses don’t loom large on his party’s spending horizon. The UCP member for Innisfail-Sylvan Lake said rural Albertans, including those living in First Nations, want better and new roads and bridges more than they want buses.

Rural Albertans are “pretty independent and you’re driving wherever you need to go,” Dreeshen said in an interview. “So I think (private) vehicles make a lot of sense.”

The province has about 64,000 lane-kilometres of roads and about 5,000 bridges. Dreeshen says he wants to help ensure that network does the job Albertans expect of it.

He pointed to O’Chiese Frist Nation, northwest of Rocky Mountain House, as a rural Indigenous community with transportation needs yet to be met. The nation seeks about $24 million for an area road.

The province and Clearwater County have partnered to provide $8 million each, but the federal government has yet to commit.

Roads improve safety in communities by giving multiple exits in emergencies like fires or floods.

“That’s something that we hear is a big priority,” said Dreeshen.

But Dach said the minister is misreading the rural public. The NDP critic hears that rural Albertans want reliable, regular bus service for things like health-care appointments.

Dach calls transportation a “human right,” one especially important for people who don’t drive and don’t have easy access to family or friends who do.

The options now are “to fend for yourself” as an individual or community, he said.

“You have to find your own solutions, and they (bus services) will pop up for a while and fail,” Dach said.

A service group might use volunteers to drive seniors to and from appointments to a larger centre. But onerous costs like insurance often send them into the ditch, he said.

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Early Spring Though the official first day of spring is in March, gardeners often go by the weather to decide that spring has started. Think of early spring as the time when temperatures begin trending upward and stay consistently above freezing if you live in a cold climate. In temperate regions, most plants are just about to break dormancy but haven’t started actively growing yet.

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A good time to divide many perennials is just before spring growth begins. Dividing perennials is a budget-friendly way to add more plants to your garden, or to share extras with friends. It also aids in keeping your existing perennials healthy. After a few years, if your plants grow in a large clump, the middle can thin out, leaving a bare spot. Dividing the clump will encourage new growth.

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Watering bylaw reminder NICHOLAS L.M. ALLEN Pass Herald Reporter As the warmer weather approaches, the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass is gearing up to remind residents about watering regulations to conserve water and maintain healthy landscapes.

In an interview with Patrick Thomas, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Municipality

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Thomas provided clarity that the current watering regulations are not new.

“We have had a lawn and garden watering bylaw in place for the past 20 years,” said Thomas.

This bylaw outlines specific days and hours designated for watering lawns and gardens to ensure efficient water usage throughout the community.

Highlighting the importance of adherence to the bylaw, Thomas mentioned it is essential for residents to follow the designated watering schedule, which allows even-numbered houses to water on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, while odd-numbered houses water on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

These regulations are effective from April through September, aimed at balancing water conservation efforts with residents’ needs.

Addressing potential adjustments to the watering schedule, Thomas hinted at a forthcoming amendment regarding watering hours, while affirming the continuity of the designated watering days.

Additionally, he discussed the provision for special permits, allowing residents with newly seeded lawns to obtain a 21-day permit to facilitate lawn establishment, demonstrating the municipality’s consideration for residents’ needs.

Regarding enforcement measures, Thomas outlined the fines for non-compliance.

“Fines range from $75 for the first offense, $150 for the second offense, and $225 for subsequent violations,” said Thomas.

These penalties aim to deter unauthorized watering outside of the designated schedule, ensuring equitable enforcement of the bylaw.

Thomas urged residents to minimize water waste by avoiding over-watering and ensuring irrigation systems are calibrated to prevent runoff. He stressed

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the significance of deeper root growth through periodic watering, promoting water efficiency and healthy landscapes.

With spring on the horizon, Crowsnest Pass residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the watering regulations and contribute to sustainable water management practices in the community.

The hours and days for watering will be updated at crowsnestpass.com/living-here/operational-services/summer-watering-restrictions. If you would like to report a contravention to this bylaw, please call 403562-8833.

Watering Hours EVEN HOUSE NUMBERS may water on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays between the hours of 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

ODD HOUSE NUMBERS may water on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays between the hours of 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

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Livingstone Range School Division update FRANK MCTIGHE Contributor

Trustees make Livingstone school the No. 1 priority Livingstone school in Lundbreck has moved into the top spot in the school division’s three-year capital plan.

Trustees approved the three-year capital and 10-year facilities plans during their March 25 meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

The province requires school boards to submit a revised three-year capital plan every year.

Associate superintendent of business services Jeff Perry noted it was the government’s approval of construction funding for Nanton schools that moved Livingstone up the list.

The government is funding construction of a new elementary school and modernization of an existing school in Nanton.

“There was lots of time and hard work and we are very appreciative of the provincial government recognizing the need and prioritizing that,” Perry said.

“We’re currently in the design phase of that and we look forward to completing that and moving into the construction phase,” Perry said.

Perry reviewed the established process for capital planning, which begins with the pre-planning phase.

“Pre-planning is basically to identify options,” Perry said. “It allows us to engage with the community and have discussions with possible partners.”

Perry said the school division hopes to start having those preliminary discussions with the Livingstone school community.

The planning phase of the process clarifies the anticipated scope of the project, the schedule and the cost.

A functional plan would be created to establish the number and size of classrooms, gymnasium space, programs and to establish partnerships.

The next step is the design phase and preparing construction documents.

At that point the school division waits for funding from the province.

Perry told trustees Livingstone school has the highest utilization rate in the school division at 80 per cent.

“Eighty-five per cent typically means they’re full,” Perry said of the formula used by the province.

Perry noted the gymnasium in Livingstone school is about 50 square metres smaller than what would be provided in a new building.

“They’ve been utilizing that smaller gym size for many years,” Perry said.

Livingstone school was built in 1902 with additions in 1959 and 1968.

The last modernization of Livingstone school was more than 30 years ago.

“What we’re looking for is adjustments to meet the needs of the school as the programming and the needs of the school have changed,” Perry said. “We’d like to see a facility that reflects those changes.”

In the new three-year capital plan, Livingstone Range will ask for both pre-planning and planning funding from the province.

“We would like to go through both phases to get us up to the point where we’re requesting de-sign dollars for this project,” Perry said.

No decisions have been made on building a new school or modernizing the present one.

Pincher Creek’s schools are the No. 2 priority.

Perry said the utilization rate of both Matthew Halton, which was modernized in 2002, and Canyon school is “considerably” lower than Livingstone school.

Livingstone Range will seek pre-planning and planning funding for Pincher Creek schools from the province.

The No. 3 priority is an entire school division review of all capital needs.

“We’re ready to do a full review and study of our division again to see what our capital needs are,” Perry said.

That review is part of the 10-year facilities plan.

School division deficit lower than expected Livingstone Range School Division is on track for a smaller deficit than was budgeted for 2024.

Director of finances Jordan Gunderson told trustees last week the deficit is now forecast to be $378,480, which is lower than the budgeted deficit of $454,498.

“We’re on the right track,” Gunderson said.

The audit committee and Gunderson filed the second quarter financial report at the March 25 board meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

Audit committee chair Lori Hodges told trustees the report is for the three-month period ending Feb. 29.

The report represents 50 per cent of the fiscal year, and 60 per cent of the school year.

The audit committee met with management March 20 to review revenues and expenditures, as well as the schedule of net assets.

Gunderson told trustees the school division had a deficit of $212,433 at the end of the second quarter, which is less than projected.

The division budgeted in 2024 for a $454,498 deficit, which half way through the school year was forecast to be $227,249.

The school division had revenue totalling $28,135,048, which is $185,394 more than budgeted.

Expenses totalled $28,347,481, which was $170,578 more than budgeted.

Gunderson explained the variances in the financial situation when compared to budget is due in part to when some revenue arrives and when it is expended.

Gunderson noted the school division had $2,071,511 in operating reserves at the start of the second quarter.

With the $212,433 deficit, operating reserves have decreased to $1,859,078, That means Livingstone Range had operating reserves of 3.3 per cent of budgeted expenses.

The province allows school divisions to have no more than 4.38 per cent of budgeted expenses in reserves.

Trustees approved the quarterly financial report as presented.

Trustees won’t get more involved in hiring principals Trustees will not be involved in the interview process for school principals in Livingstone Range.

The school board defeated a motion introduced last week by trustee Brad Toone that trustees be invited to participate in interview panels alongside other stakeholders.

“I know this hasn’t been the practice for a long time in our jurisdiction,” trustee Brad Toone. “But it is something that exists and has always existed in our neighbouring jurisdiction.”

Toone made the motion during the March 25 school board meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

Toone cited the Westwind, Palliser and Lethbridge school divisions as examples.

“I know that we have a great, passionate group of trustees who represent their communities well,” Toone said of adding their voices to school principal selection.

Trustee Greg Long opposed the idea.

“I agree that we have valid insights and perspectives — absolutely we do,” Long said. “But I don’t think the place for those is during the selection of administrators.”

Long said trustees should pass along their perspectives to administration before the interviews take place.

“I think putting us into the interviews just throws a wrench in the machine,” Long said. “The more people who are involved the more difficult it is, specifically for the person who is being interviewed.”

Long said while trustees have their opinions on who should be principal, they don’t have the necessary knowledge or experience to be directly involved in hiring.

Trustees would be getting too involved in the duties of central administration.

“I’m absolutely, totally against this,” Long said.

School board chair Lori Hodges said she is also opposed to trustees being involved in interviews.

Hodges said the board might review the parent surveys to ensure their views on school administration are well-represented.

Trustee Clara Yagos was also opposed, echoing concerns expressed by Long.

Yagos said superintendents have knowledge of what is going on in schools that trustees lack.

“They have that intimate knowledge of what is going on,” Yagos said.

Yagos also noted that hiring school principals is not the role of the board. The board gives that authority to the superintendent.

Trustee Kathy Charchun was also opposed, noting there was a time in her career as an educa-tor when trustees were involved in interviews.

“A long time ago teachers and administrators were hired for schools,” Charchun said. “That’s no longer the practice.”

Teachers and administrators are now hired for the entire school division.

“When it used to be in the community we would hang around for 20 or 30 years and that also is not the case today,” Charchun added. “I really believe senior leadership has more familiar and in-depth understanding of the schools and district needs.”

Charchun noted the hiring process consists of three key parts: a resume, a reference check and an interview, and wondered if trustees would be involved in all aspects.

Trustee Carla Gimber sought more information about why neighbouring school divisions involved trustees in interviews.

Toone said other school jurisdictions find great value in having trustees, and in some cases school council chairs, involved in hiring principals.

“It’s for that community voice,” Toone said.

Long said trustees have plenty of opportunity to provide their input and opinions to the superintendent without being involved in the interview process.

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... and the Pickelball Castle Mountain Resort Tournament winners are ... year-end update NICHOLAS ALLEN Pass Herald Reporter Castle Mountain Resort’s skiing and snowboarding season has come to a close this past weekend.

In a recent update from Cole Fawcett, Sales & Marketing Manager at Castle Mountain Resort, it was revealed that the ski season saw a significant turnaround in the latter half.

“Since the end of the first week of February, it’s been quite favourable,” said Fawcett.

Despite some warm weather spells, the resort experienced ample snowfall, with February and March seeing a 20 per cent increase compared to the preceding three months.

“It was touch and go in December and January,” Fawcett explained, “but by early March, it was clear we were going to make it through the season.”

This optimism translated into strong visitation numbers, with the resort achieving 80 per cent of its average attendance.

March emerged as a standout month, marking the busiest March in Castle Mountain Resort’s history.

Fawcett attributed this success to the popularity of spring passes and the resort’s ongoing efforts to enhance spring programming.

“This is our third year now having the spring passes,” said Fawcett.

As the season ends, Fawcett reflected on the absence of traditional closing weekend events like the slush cup due to water scarcity concerns.

However, he expressed hope for their return next year, contingent on improved conditions.

Looking ahead, Fawcett emphasized the team’s gratitude for the support received throughout the season.

“The snow did bring people back to us that we might not have seen in December and January, and we are grateful for anyone that chose to visit us this year, whether it was for a day, weekend or someone that was a season pass holder,” added Fawcett.

He mentioned the early sales of season passes for next year, with optimistic projections for above-average snowfall.

Cory Schultz photos

The Crowsnest Pass hosted a Pickleball Tournament at MDM on April 5 and 6.

The tournament was attended by 44 players from Lethbridge, Pincher Creek, CNP, Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie and Cranbrook. Winners of the tournament from top to bottom: A Division: Jerry Wald and Adam Hong; B Division: Raj Assar and Marty Sholtz and C Division: Kaitlyn McCracken and Hazel Davis

If you have a story idea, event or photo coverage contact the Pass Herald at passheraldreporter@gmail.com

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Bussing needs cont’d from page 7 Dach held an online video consultation about a year ago with about 100 leaders from First Nations and other rural communities. Their message was that bus service continues to be needed, he said.

Greyhound ceased operating in the West in 2018 and shut down Canadian service completely in 2021.

The NDP government of the day partnered with businesses and other groups to pilot rural busing services. Published reports in 2018 tagged the cost at about $2.8 million, supporting services in and around Edmonton, Camrose, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Red Deer, Innisfail, Penhold, Grande Prairie, Spirit River and other communities.

Dach said companies like Cold Shot and SunDog Tour Co. were hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ridership went down, route numbers shrunk and rural economies haven’t bounced back.

Mostly aimed at tourism and skiing, Jasper-based SunDog these days offers tours, private deals, airport and other shuttles, vacation packages and a winter-only Jasper-Edmonton express. Its year-round shuttle connects Jasper, Hinton, Edson and Edmonton.

Cold Shot, meanwhile, lists on its website nine routes anchored in Edmonton, Calgary and Grande Prairie. Stops like Valleyview, Fox Creek, Fort McMurray, Red Deer, and Dawson Creek and Fort St. John in B.C. are on its schedule.

The biggest player is Pacific Western Transportation. Based in Calgary, the company of about 5,000 employees includes brands familiar to Albertans – Di-

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Dreeshen says the marketplace decides where buses go. “If people have service concerns or questions, they should obviously talk to those bus companies.”

That’s not good enough for Dach, who compares a lack of support for rural service to what the province spends on community-to-community service in big cities. The study he wants, at least, should receive provincial funding, he said.

“Rural Alberta deserves to be treated with the same type of respect as urban residents,” said Dach.

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Livingstone Range School Division cont’d from page 11 Charchun added that trustees set school division priorities and direct administration to hire with those in mind.

Gimber said if the process works for other school divisions, Livingstone Range should consider involving trustees.

Gimber said the motion was wide open for Livingstone Range to decide on the level of trustee involvement to ensure it does not interfere with administration.

Gimber said she would welcome the chance to have input into the hiring decision.

Long remained opposed.

“This motion states that we are in the interview process, and that’s what I’m against,” Long said.

Hodges said there must be a better process for trustee input than having them involved in the actual interview.

Gimber than introduced a motion to table so more information could be obtained from other school jurisdictions regarding trustee involvement in hiring principals.

The motion to table was defeated.

The original motion to invite trustees to participate in the interview process was defeated.

F.P. Walshe teacher nominated for Edwin Parr Award A Grade 7 teacher at F.P. Walshe school in Fort Macleod is Livingstone Range School Division’s nominee for the 2024 Alberta School Boards Association’s Edwin Parr Teacher Award.

Michael McTighe, who teaches Grade 7 Language Arts, Social Studies and Physical Education, was nominated for the award, which honours outstanding first-year teachers in Alberta.

Associate superintendent Richard Feller noted Livingstone Range did not have any teachers who met the Edwin Parr requirements last year.

“This year, not only do we have somebody who meets the requirements but they go well beyond the expectations,” Feller said.

Feller provided trustees with an update on the Edwin Parr Award nominee during their March 25 meeting at the G.R. Davis Administration Building in Fort Macleod.

Feller said he and associate superintendent Chad Kuzyk went into McTighe’s classroom to watch him work.

“I think we can both say Mike was top-notch,” Feller said.

Feller laughed that it is difficult to find McTighe in the classroom because he is surrounded by students all the time.

“We’re excited to see where he goes as an educator and we certainly hope it’s with us.”

McTighe was raised in Fort Macleod and attended W.A. Day, G.R. Davis and F.P. Walshe schools.

McTighe gained experience working with young people as a drama camp instructor and co-ordinator at the Empress Theatre in Fort Macleod.

In addition, McTighe worked as an instructor in the Destination Exploration program at the University of Lethbridge.

The program runs a summer camp for children as well as an outreach program that delivers STEM (Science, Technology, Education and Math) education to young people through fun, inter-active projects.

McTighe attended the University of Lethbridge and graduated in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Bachelor of Education in Physical Education with a Social Studies minor.

While attending university, McTighe worked as an uncertified substitute teacher for Livingstone Range and took a short-term contract at F.P. Walshe following university graduation.

School board chair Lori Hodges supported McTighe’s nomination.

“I’ve heard nothing but great things from some of the students and from parents about him,” Hodges said. “I’m super-excited that he is our nominee this year.”

In addition to his teaching duties, McTighe coached both the A and B junior high girls volleyball teams at F.P. Walshe.

During the basketball season, McTighe and three friends from high school coached three junior high boys’ teams.

This spring, McTighe will be an assistant coach to Craig Patton for junior and senior varsity boys’ rugby.

School board vice-chair Lacey Poytress echoed the comments from others, adding most people can identify a teacher who made a difference in their lives.

“Mr. McTighe is definitely that for one of our boys,” Poytress said. “He’s had such an impact and really changed (her son’s) life forever.”

“We’re very lucky that he is from Fort Macleod and he chose to come back,” Poytress said. “There’s nothing better than a teacher who went to a school and wants to come back and be part of that school.”

“He’s an amazing teacher and I’m very excited for him,” Poytress said.

School boards across the province nominate one exceptional candidate for the Edwin Parr Teacher Award to their Alberta School Boards Association (ASBA) zone committee each year.

The successful nominees from each zone are honoured at the ASBA fall general meeting.

Edwin Parr was a school board trustee and president of the Alberta School Trustees Association from 1956-’62.

The Alberta School Boards Association created the Edwin Parr Award in 1964 to honour his leg-acy.

Michael McTighe, a Grade 7 teacher at F.P. Walshe school in Fort Macleod, is Livingstone Range School Division’s nominee for the Edwin Parr Award for outstanding first-year teachers.

OBITUARY EVANGELINE FRANCES GRAF Née: Bohmer December 11, 1941 - March 28, 2024 It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Evangeline “Eva” Graf on March 28, 2024 at the Crowsnest Pass Continuing Care Centre, Blairmore, AB. She was 82 years of age.

Eva was born in Pincher Creek, AB on December 11, 1941 to proud parents, Earl and Lucy Bohmer. Growing up with fourteen siblings, she learned to cherish family and to always lend a hand to those around you from a very early age. Eva never forgot those lessons, and she passed them down to her own children when she and her beloved husband, Kenny were blessed with a family of their own.

Not only did Eva work hard as a wife and mother, but she also ran the Hillcrest Post Office and had a twenty-nine-year career at Kentucky Fried Chicken in Pincher Creek, AB. Many people would only order if they knew she was working.

When Eva wasn’t busy taking care of her family, and into retirement, she enjoyed doing puzzles, creating pottery, playing cards, gardening - even though the deer ate most of it, and reading Harlequin Romance novels. She also spent many hours creating crochet projects that many family and friends still have today. Eva was well-known for her delicious baking, her incredible Christmas trees, and for her love of Diet Pepsi, tea and hockey, especially the Calgary Flames. The family farm was truly her happy place, and living there also gave her the opportunity to have many animals. From dogs, to horses, to peacocks - Eva loved them all.

More than anything, Eva cherished her entire family. Whether it be organizing large family functions, cheering them on at gymkhana and other activities, or always being available to babysit, she loved and supported everyone with her whole heart. May precious memories of Eva provide comfort to all who were fortunate enough to have known her.

Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life are her children, Rod (Bonnie) Graf, Roy Graf, Karen (Lorne) Dewart, Kimberly (Al) Wilbee and Robert (Carman) Graf; her grandchildren, Nathan, Rebecca (Riley), Rachel, Daniel (Abigail), Amanda (Alex), Cole, Christina (Brad), Kameran, Chandler and Avery; two great-grandchildren and two on the way; her brothers, Gene Bohmer and Clyde (Cheri) Bohmer; her sisters, Wendy (Stan) Francis, Cindy (Randal) McDonald and Bonnie (Greg) Siemens; many nieces, nephews and extended family; and countless friends.

She was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth Alexander Graf; her parents, Earl and Lucy Bohmer; her grandson, Alexander; her brothers, Frank, Melvin, Elwood, Albert and Clarence; her sisters, Catherine “Dolly” and Louise; and an infant brother.

Eva’s family would like to extend a special thank you to all those at Crowsnest Continuing Care who treated her with love and kindness.

A Gathering of Family and Friends was held at Fantin’s Funeral Chapel (13461 20 Ave., Blairmore, AB) on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by Diabetes Canada (www.diabetes.ca). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

Fantin’s Funeral Chapel entrusted with the arrangements. (403) 562-8555

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