Crowsnest Pass Herald - August 28, 2024

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Attendees gathered at Castle Mountain on August 24 to celebrate the annual Huckleberry Festival, enjoying fresh huckleberries, live music, and family-friendly activities amid the scenic beauty of the Rocky Mountains.

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The benefits of choosing a trade for your future GEORGE LEE Macleod Gazette - LJI

Taking the trades route: young Albertans tour the benefits of hand-on careers Welcome to build your own adventure, that challenging, interesting and well-paying career you design and launch with the help of Alberta’s skilled trades.

It’s a concept that threads its way through the stories of young adults tasked with sharing their insight and passion for the trades, helping the province find ways to improve the apprenticeship system and its profile in the Alberta economy.

Called Skilled Trades Youth Ambassadors, they speak of job versatility, variety and satisfaction, and how those qualities are amplified by opportunities to lead, mentor, teach, problem-solve, develop their skills, expand their knowledge and even compete.

And it all happens while putting hands and minds to the tasks before them in earn-as-you-learn careers.

Eden Marklund is a can’t-stand-still 22-year-old from Hinton, a three-hour drive west of Edmonton. For her, build your own adventure includes pivoting to a boilermaker apprenticeship after becoming a journeyperson welder.

Marklund has enjoyed “chasing the shutdowns” at industrial plants as a boilermaker, then heading back to the more predominantly welding world within a fabrication shop.

“If I see a good opportunity, I will take it as long as I’m happy with it,” she says. “There are just certain tickets I want to go get and just be able to kind of do everything. So I guess you could say that I do have a long-term goal, which would be just generally improving my knowledge and skills.”

How does Markland handle the off-season for boilermakers who chase shutdowns? “Not very well. Which is why I am back in a fab shop,” she quips.

Finding the Magic Marklund is one of 11 young adults in the trades tagged as ambassadors. They serve on an advisory council linking the Alberta government to the ideas and experiences of apprentices and young tradespeople.

Established in May under the Government Organization Act, the program is part of a quest for “that magical secret ingredient” bridging government, the trades, post secondary schools, parents and young people for the benefit of all Albertans, says Advanced Education Minister Rajan Sawhney.

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“Bureaucrats have very bureaucratic ideas. Politicians have very political ideas.

I need something that is really going to resonate,” she says.

Sawhney already knows that apprenticeships are good for Alberta and the people who choose them.

“There are so many pathways individuals can take,” says Sawhney, the member for Calgary-North West. “If they’re entrepreneurs or joining major corporations, or doing various other things that the trades prepare them for, the reality is that there can be a lot of adventure involved in these careers.”

The adventure pursued by self-described robot-nerd Laine Van Hardeveld will likely lead to university. An ambassador who grew up in communities all over Alberta (and a bit of Saskatchewan), Van Hardeveld is a journeyperson millwright at work at a Calgary cheese plant.

Van Hardeveld is already trained as a mechanical engineering technologist specializing in automation and robotics. She sees herself earning engineering degrees and joining the ranks of researchers who drive the tech and knowledge economy.

“I can’t speak for anybody else, but for me, my career is very much about finding complementary things, things that work together,” says Van Hardeveld, 25.

“My choices have been based around what’s going to help me most within the robotics realm.”

At first glance, the career path of welder Ben Rainforth might appear less sparkly than Van Hardeveld’s. But there’s plenty going on in his life, too, as he does what he loves and eyes his future.

The 22-year-old youth ambassador pictures a day when he’ll operate the family farm east of Lacombe — but not necessarily and probably not exclusively. After all, there’s that informal offer to become a college welding instructor to consider.

And let’s not forget the pressing concern of getting ready for representing Canada and Alberta on the international stage at the 47th WorldSkills competition in Lyon, France, Sept. 10-15, stemming from Rainforth’s provincial success in Skills Canada. The international network of competitions is responsible for first opening his mind to the breadth of the trades.

In 2009 Calgary hosted WorldSkills. Rainforth’s carpentry teacher grandfather and dad “took all of us kids down there, and we spent the day touring around. That was my first introduction to all the trades – because in my head, there were only about six of them.”

Experiencing the big city and mingling with thousands of people and competitors from around the world? It was culture shock for a seven-year-old from a farm near the tiny village of Clive in central Alberta.

The event even gave him a chance to try welding with his own hands for the first time.

“So that was a pretty big eye opener for me.”

Indeed, Rainforth grew up learning that the trades were valid, honourable careers. Home schooled until Grade 10, for most of his life he wasn’t aware of the negative stigma they sometimes carry.

“I was pretty much in college before I found out that people thought the trades were, you know, below them or whatever,” says Rainforth.

Drudgery and a head-down shuffle to the shop floor? Not in Rainforth’s world.

“I can go to work, take pride in my work and be happy every time I leave that I’ve accomplished something,” he says. “To essentially build something from nothing, or to help somebody get their tractor back on the road, or little stuff like that that impacts farmers and whoever else – for me that is really rewarding.

“A lot of people miss that when they when they think of the trades. They just turn their nose up and think it’s gross work. But the trades are called skilled trades for a reason, and that’s because you have to be skilled to do them.”

Rainforth says he lucked out with his position with a shop in Lacombe, a small city about 30 kilometres north of Red Deer and the centre of a strong mixed-farming community. His employer fabricates for industries like agriculture, oil and gas, and even solar power – ranging from small custom jobs to contracts with major construction companies.

“Pretty much everything that a welder sees, we’ve done at that shop. Which is pretty crazy, especially when you’re starting out,” he says. “My days are rarely the same. The longest I work on a job is maybe a week or two, and then I’m doing something completely different.”

What the Minister Sees Eden Marklund, Laine Van Hardeveld and Ben Rainforth have caught the minister’s attention. “All three of these folks have natural leadership qualities and the world is their oyster,” says Sawhney. “They have tremendous humility, and they’re all so very talented.”

And for the record, Rainforth’s farmer-who-welds option is nothing to look down upon, Sawhney says. “Farmers feed the world and farmers feed Albertans.

And if that’s his pathway, it’s a very noble one. I would be very encouraging of that or whatever he decides to do.”

On and off the farm, tradespeople of every ilk are becoming increasingly important as the economy continues to rebuild and refocus after the peak years of COVID-19. …‘the world is their oyster.’

The province earlier in 2024 announced funding worth $24-million a year over the next three years to create 3,200 apprenticeship seats at 11 post-secondary schools. That brought its yearly spending on apprenticeships to $78-million.

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remains ongoing as officers continue to monitor the situation closely.

POLICE BRIEFS

Between August 19 and 26 the Crowsnest Pass Police Department responded to 42 calls for service, of which four were unfounded. A total of seven charges were made during this period.

OCCURRENCE STATS The calls included four speeding violations, 10 moving traffic violations, one motor vehicle insurance coverage violation, three other non-moving traffic violations, one roadside suspension, one operation while impaired, one 911 Act, one Trespass Act, one Child Welfare Act, one Mental Health Act, one failure to comply with a probation order, two written traffic offence warnings one victim services offered, one victim services requested, one criminal harassment, two mischief (damage to property), two mischief (obstruct enjoyment of property), one break and enter (business), one animal call, one false alarm, one breach of peace, one assist to the general public and three well-being checks.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY The Crowsnest Pass RCMP have been actively investigating a series of suspicious activities at the TC Energy compressor station along Highway 22. Reports indicate an uptick in unusual vehicle traffic at the site, particularly during nighttime hours.

The vehicles have been observed stopping near the gates and fences, suggesting individuals may be scouting the area for potential criminal activity, such as the theft of copper wire.

RCMP officers have responded to at least four reported incidents since mid-July, with the most recent occurring this week.

Although the station’s surveillance cameras have captured footage of the vehicles involved, no license plates were visible, complicating efforts to identify the suspects.

However, analysts are working to identify the types of vehicles seen at the site, which may match those used in previous incidents of copper wire theft and resale at local scrap yards.

RCMP have noted that different vehicles have been observed at the site, indicating that multiple individuals or groups may be involved. The investigation

DRIVING COMPLAINTS In addition to these concerns, the RCMP have been addressing a number of driving complaints on Highway 3 and Highway 22.

To combat speeding and unsafe driving, especially through construction zones, officers have initiated targeted traffic enforcement shifts.

This has led to an increase in traffic stops and the issuance of several speeding tickets, particularly during the busy summer weekends.

The RCMP also reported a rise in impaired driving offenses, with nearly one individual being apprehended each week for driving under the influence after leaving local bars.

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SUSPICIOUS PERSON Another troubling incident occurred recently near Goat Mountain Cabins in Frank, where a suspicious male was reported to be behaving oddly.

The man, described as well-dressed and riding a high-quality electric bike, was seen peering through the windows of a chalet where children were present.

He approached the door but fled the scene when the parents returned.

Despite an extensive search and interviews with local residents, the RCMP have been unable to locate the individual, whose description does not match anyone in the local offender registry.

The behaviour has raised concerns, and the RCMP are continuing to investigate.

BREAK AND ENTER Finally, a recent break-and-enter report in the area was determined to be unfounded. The incident involved a local resident with mental health challenges who has a history of reporting attempted break-ins that are later found to be unsubstantiated.

REMINDERS The Crowsnest Pass RCMP are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, particularly in remote or vulnerable areas like the TC Energy compressor station.

For any inquiries or further information on these cases, please contact the Crowsnest Pass RCMP detachment.

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The Development Authority of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass recently approved the following Permitted Development Application(s): ● DP2024-239 – 1746 East Hillcrest Drive, Hillcrest (Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 0912678) For a Single-Detached Dwelling” – (permitted use) ● DP2024-241 – 7058 18 Avenue, Coleman (Lot 35-36 Block C Plan 2446AA) For an existing “Accessory Building or Use up to 72.8 m2” (Shed 5.54 m2) (permitted use) ● DP2024-243 – 13418 17 Avenue, Blairmore (Lot 4-6 Block 11 Plan 3380T) For an “Accessory Building or Use up to 72.8m2” (21.3m2) (permitted use) ● DP2024-253 – 13413 21 Avenue, Blairmore (Lot 4 & 5 Block 10 Plan 3319I) For an existing “Accessory Building or Use up to 72.8m2” (Shed 6.82m2) and Ground Level Deck (Permitted use) ● DP2024-261 – 502 227 Street, Hillcrest (Lot 1 Block 40 Plan 5150S) For an existing “Accessory Building or Use up to 72.8m2” (Shed- 18.59m2) (Permitted use) ● DP2024-271 – 1210 85 Street, Coleman (Lot 13 Block 18 Plan 3387AE) For a “Single-Detached Dwelling”, “Secondary Suite- Attached” and “Accessory building up to 72.8m2” (Garage 66.89m2) – (permitted use) The Development Authority of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass recently approved the following Discretionary or Development Application(s) with Variances: ●DP2024-244 – 1813 124 Street, Blairmore (Lot 3 Block 1 Pl an 1721JK) For an existing “Accessory Building or Use up to 72.8m2”(Shed 3.35m2) (Permitted use) with a 23% variance to the south side yard setback; and For an existing “Accessory Building or use” (Raised Deck) (permitted use with variance) ● DP2024-260 – 1206 85 Street, Coleman (Lot 12 Block 18 Plan 3387AE) For the operation of a “Tourist Home” – (Discretionary use) ● DP2024-266 – 20706 23 Avenue, Bellevue (Lot 37 Block 17 Plan 2310094) For a “Secondary Suite - Detached” (discretionary use) ● DP2024-282 – 8305 18 Avenue, Coleman (Lot 2 Block 16 Plan 6808CU) For a “Single-Detached Dwelling” and a “Secondary Suite, Attached (permitted use) with a 16% variance to the rear yard setback The Development Authority of the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass recently refused the following Development Application(s): ● None

The kids will return to school on Tuesday, September 3, which means they will be out in droves on the streets and pathways once again!

Please be extra cautious when passing kids walking or biking and pay closer attention to crosswalks and intersections (these are still considered crosswalks).

NEVER pass a school bus that has its lights flashing and stop sign extended!! This means that kids are getting on or off the bus and could be crossing the road in front of the bus.

The Municipality does not have school ground zones near the schools but rather playground zones (or playground areas in some cases).

In accordance with the Traffic Safety Act: • Playground zones (indicated by signs with a 30 km/hr speed limit posted beneath it) are in effect from 8:30am until 1 hour after sunset.

• Playground Areas (indicated by signs without a speed limit sign posted beneath it) are put in place to alert drivers that children may be near, and caution must be used when driving through the playground area.

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2025 TERM VACANCIES

The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass is looking for applicants to serve on the following Boards & Committees for Any persons claiming to be adversely affected by the Terms commencing January 2025. above Discretionary Development Permits or Variances • Community Marketing Advisory Committee may file an appeal by September 12, 2024, to SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD (SDAB) through • Crowsnest Pass Seniors Housing Board • Family and Community Support Services Advisory our Municipal online form or to the or the Land and Committee PROPERTY RIGHTS TRIBUNAL, as may be applicable.

• Municipal Library Board • Municipal Historic Resources Advisory Committee Subdivision and Development Appeal Board: • Municipal Planning Commission Online Form Submission: https://portal.laserfiche.ca/ • Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee o8468/forms/Development_Appeal • Pass Powderkeg Ski Society Fee of $400.00 must be paid with the appeal (will be SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 2 AT 4:30PM contacted for payment once the form is sent).

The Board & Committee Application Form and the applicable Bylaw or Terms of Reference for each Board Land and Property Rights Tribunal: & Committee are available at the Municipal Office, or 1229-91 Street SW online at www.crowsnestpass.com.

Edmonton AB T6X 1E9 Applications may be returned to the attention of Bonnie Kawasaki by: Development Officer • Mail: Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, PO Box 600, Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Crowsnest Pass, AB T0K 0E0 Phone: 403 562-8833 • Email: bonnie.kawasaki@crowsnestpass.com Email: development@crowsnestpass.com • In Person: 8502 – 19 Ave., Coleman, AB The Municipality does not retain applications. If you are interested in volunteering, please resubmit your application.

COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP - SEPTEMBER 20 & 21 Residents can drop off household items as well as large items such as furniture, tires, fence boards, or appliances; fridges and freezers containing Freon will be charged a $30.00 fee that must be purchased in advance at the Municipal Office prior to bringing to the site. For more information, please call 403562-8833.

Community Clean-up is not intended for commercial or construction materials or grass clippings; toxic materials will not be accepted including oil, paint, and electronics. Toxic and e-waste materials can be brought to the Toxic Round-up.

September 20 from 8:00am – 3:00pm September 21 from 8:00am -4:00pm Crowsnest Sports Complex 8702 - 22 Avenue, Coleman If you have any questions regarding the types of items that will be accepted at the Community Clean-up, please phone the Operations Department at 403-563-2220.

TOXIC ROUND-UP – September 21 The Municipality coordinates with the Alberta Recycling Management Authority to bring Toxic and E-Waste Round-up to the community.

Bring your old computers, TVs, paint, oil, car (lead acid) batteries, brake and transmission fluid, printers, computer cables, servers, keyboards, and other household hazardous materials.

Visit www.albertarecycling.ca for a complete list of accepted items.

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Benefits of a trade cont’d from page 2 Sawhney says curriculum updates are a big post-secondary need, and so far her department is investing $10-million a year in them.

“There are other things that can be done, too, like speeding up Red Seal harmonization across the different provinces and speeding up credentialing for newcomers from other jurisdictions who have trade certificates.” (A Red Seal shows that a tradesperson has met their trade’s national standard in Canada.)

A key career advantage of apprenticeships, Sawhney notes, is that students’ positions are kept open when they go to school. Student debts tend to be smaller and employers work in concert with schools by providing on-the-job training. Apprentices are usually paid employment insurance benefits during their classroom stints.

Says Marklund: “The one thing I really loved about getting a trade was that once you go through all that bookwork and everything like that, and you’re working out in the field, everything just kind of fits together. And you’re like, Oh, I learned this in school. I don’t need to be taught this. I understand this.”

The Provincial Picture That hit-the-job-running aspect of the trades answers a loud knock of opportunity echoing through Alberta.

Sawhney says: “There’s incredible opportunity in the trades. All those pipelines that get built, all the work that happens in the energy industry, in petrochemicals, in housing, every industry that you can think of — they all require tradespeople.”

Workforce development is her department’s overlying theme. “And 1 - Dana & Eugene Chodyka of Coleman what that means is that 3 night trip for 2 to New York, New York we have to come up with valued at $2,200.00 strategy, tactics and investments to make sure 2 - Kurt Weiss of Blairmore that we’re tackling this $200.00 Summit Home Hardware gift card problem from every angle.”

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tive. Despite high employment demand and shortages in some sectors and occupations, economic indicators are mixed. Statistics Canada estimates the province’s unemployment rate as of June 30 at 7.1 per cent, compared with the national figure of 6.4 per cent.

Gross domestic product struggles, too. The consensus was that GDP would go up by more than two per cent in 2023. But TD Economics pegged the actual growth at 1.5 per cent, classifying Alberta as “middle of the pack” and short of expectations.

Alberta did notch Canada’s fastest population growth in the first three months of this year. Statistics Canada estimated that the population reached about 4.85 million, up by nearly 50,000 people.

StatsCan also estimated the increase of migration from other parts of the country at a net 12,482 — by far the highest rate of just three provinces and territories registering any net gain at all.

Using the Consumer Price Index as a measure, Alberta had Canada’s fourth highest inflation rate in June 2024. The CPI went up to 3.0 per cent from 2.7 per cent the preceding June, but the province did have lower inflation than Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Ontario.

The housing gap, an estimate of the number of unbuilt dwelling units between supply and demand, persists in 2024. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation projects the gap in Alberta from 2023 to 2030 at between 130,000 and 170,000 units.

Filling the housing gap and meeting other needs of a growing population are factors pointing the job market at trades, Sawhney said.

The trades’ popularity is reflected in apprentice registration numbers, which were recently pegged at up almost 28 per cent over last year to about 61,000 apprentices.

‘Lead the Change’ Numbers like those demonstrate the demand for skilled trades, and Laine Van Hardeveld is thrilled to fly their flag.

“One of my favourite aspects of being an ambassador is getting to lead that change,” she says. “I get to help create a much more supportive and engaging environment for apprenticeships, so that people are not turned away from them because they’re worried about how they’re going to get treated,” she says.

“It’s like, no. If anything, you should be getting treated better because you’re taking the initiative to join the trades. You are choosing every single day to go to work and to learn about the trade you’re in.”

Van Hardeveld concludes: “I’m extremely passionate about the trades and I love them dearly. I want anyone and everyone to be able to find that same level of passion and love for their job that I have.”

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Herald Editorial LISA SYGUTEK Well, I’m back, jet lagged and not at all rested, but I’m back.

Greece with my family was amazing. After 14 hours of flying, we visited three islands in 11 days.

In travelling to another country, it really made me appreciate how wonderful Canada is and how lucky we are to live in North America.

Greece was both beautiful and rough. The dichotomy of stunning blue seas and rampant poverty made me realize how incredible our great province really is.

Our first stop was Athens. All of Greece has around 12 million people with six of those million living in the city of Athens. It’s full of narrow streets, lots of garbage and graffiti.

We did all the touristy stuff including the Acropolis, Parthenon, Plaka, Panathenaic Stadium, National Archaeological Museum and the Temple of Hephaestus.

We ate at streetside restaurants that Aiden picked, and the food was fabulous. The interesting part of Athens was the undertone of poverty. When I talked to the locals, they told me that the government was corrupt and the wages were low. The average wage per month is $1,000 and rent alone is around $500. There was a sense of desolation in many I talked to. They felt that there was no chance for success. It was just an endless loop of working 18-hour days to feed their family.

Our next stop was to Mykonos. Well, no one told me that it is know as the party island. Everything there was twice the price of Athens, literally, the same brand of water was twice as much. The roads were the size of a narrow alley, and we were driving in a van. A few times I was sure we were all going to crash.

The highlight of Mykonos was Paradise Beach. It was my first foray into the Aegan Sea and the water was blue, warm and beautiful. We had to rent a chairs with an umbrella and payed for towels. Each chair was 40 Euros. Honestly if you are over the age of 25 and don’t make millions, this is an island I would not recommend.

Our last stop was Crete. This is the largest island in Greece, and it was stunning. We stayed in a villa on a mountain top and had views for days. It was by far the best part of the trip.

The seas were stunning, the people happy, and the food was great. We ate at family-owned restaurants under lush trees and underneath the moon, spent time with the locals and loved every minute of our time there.

We visited the beautiful Balos Beach, the Knossos Palace, Greece’s largest and most important archaeological site, with a history dating back to the first settlements about 9,000 years ago. The earliest parts of the palace were built around 1900 BC. We also hiked up a mountain to visit the Diktaean Cave, the cave that is believed to be the birthplace of Zeus.

We went rail biking in Greece, a cycling tour using specially designed pedal-powered railroad carts on the inactive railway network in Megara, Greece.

We rented a catamaran in Mykonos where we went snorkelling with a sunset dinner.

The boys went ocean fishing, cooking what they caught and we spent tons of time together breaking bread, and drinking a lot of water and Raki, a tradition digestif.

We reaffirmed our family ties and celebrated adulthood. Life as I have known it for the past 26 years has changed. My boys are now men, and they are ready to tackle to world. I am excited to see what they accomplish and can see the excitement in their eyes.

Things will be different for me, but for 11 days we were all together and, in those moments, life was perfectly beautiful.

I’m exhausted as my body works to get back into Mountain Time, yet I wouldn’t change a thing. It will be quiet in my big house and, if I knew how fast my time with them would go, I would have enjoyed it just a little longer.

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Who is to blame for the fire in Jasper DICK BURGMAN Dear Editor; The disaster in Jasper we can lay squarely at the feet of Parks Canada. They have been told numerous times by numerous experts in the last 25 years that such a fire was inevitable if standing dead timber left by the Pine Beetle infestation was not cleared. However, they steadfastly stand by their policy of “natural reconstitution of the forest”. What they fail to believe

Community Foundation grant application open COMMUNITY FOUNDATION The Community Foundation of Lethbridge and South-western Alberta announces the opening of its Fall 2024 Grants program, and is now accepting applications to both the Community Priorities Fund and the Henry S. Varley Fund for Rural Life.

The Community Priorities Fund is the Community Foundation’s largest granting initiative. Established in 1966, this fund will award $550,000 this year to support the important work of our local charitable sector through two separate intakes. Primarily, this granting program supports one-time costs of construction, renovation, or equipment purchases, in an effort to help improve an organization’s operational capacity.

The Henry S. Varley Fund for Rural life was established through a bequest of Pincher Creek area rancher Bill Long to honour his uncle Henry Varley and the

is that forest fires are part of the reconstitution process.

The other thing that any ten year-old Cub Scout knows is that no matter how hot anything gets, if there is no fuel, there is no fire. You can torch a rock, but without fuel around it, it won’t catch fire. Blaming the fires on climate change and the hot summer we have had, is a simplistic explanation which evades the responsibility.

But, of course, Gilbeault isn’t much smarter than a ten year-old in any case if he believes that increasing the air temperature by a few degrees is going to cause a fire where there was none at a lower temperature.

The government and the media have made a big deal about the “ unprecedented heat wave” of this past July in Toronto- a high of 33 degrees. However, in the 180 year history of recorded temperatures, there have been 89 years when Toronto temperatures went higher than 33 degrees. Hardly unprecedented.

family’s ranching heritage. This fund provides support to community organizations that work to sustain a high quality of life in Southwestern Alberta’s rural communities; it provides grants to projects in areas of innovation, community collaboration, education, and training. Through two intakes, this fund will award $282,000 this year.

The application deadline for both programs is 4:00 p.m. October 15, 2024.

“It really is an honour for us to be able to support the community through these two programs,” said Executive Director Charleen Davidson. “Southwestern Alberta is extremely fortunate to have so many caring and committed individuals working hard to help build a healthy community. All of us at the Community Foundation are proud to be able to play a role in their work. We thank our many donors, because it is their continued generosity that makes all of this possible.”

Through its various grants programs, and the continued support of its generous donors, the Community Foundation anticipates granting over $1.5 million in grants across South-western Alberta in 2024.

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Nick’s Notes Catching up and moving forward

After a two-week break from the paper, I found myself in much-needed downtime, catching up on sleep and diving into some favorite video games. I spent hours battling through Diablo IV, honing my skills in Valorant, and reminiscing with Pokémon.

During this break, I also managed to visit family in Primate while my vehicle was being repaired in Wainwright. The visit gave me time to reconnect and get my car in top condition before fall and the nasty weather arrives. My car is now running smoothly, complete with a set of brand-new tires.

A small part of my time off was spent at a family reunion in Cranbrook, which was meant to bring my mother’s side of the family together. Unfortunately, it didn’t go as smoothly as I had hoped. Some relatives were distant, and, to my dismay, no one informed me of the time for my grandfather’s service, or that it was even happening during the reunion. Missing it left me feeling off-kilter for the rest of the day. I ended up driving back to the Pass after supper, cutting short my stay at the hotel.

Reflecting on it now, I realize I could have reached out sooner to avoid being left in the dark, but that’s always been a struggle for me. I’m particularly grateful to one cousin who checked in and gave me a reason to attend supper after I spent two hours alone in the banquet hall, waiting for someone to acknowledge my presence while they all had their phones on silent in church. It was tough seeing family after my mother’s passing, and being avoided entirely made it even more painful.

Returning to the Pass, I found some much-needed solace at home and at the Huckleberry Festival held at Castle Mountain on August 24. The fresh mountain air and the beautiful views from the lift helped lift my spirits after the emotionally draining reunion.

Now, I’m looking forward to a fishing trip in northern Saskatchewan, past La Loche. My brother, dad, and I will be heading to remote lakes where we’ll fish for lake trout and pike in complete solitude—no cell service, no distractions, just us and nature. I can’t wait to share photos and stories from this adventure when I return.

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The first day of school is set for Tuesday, September 3, with the first bell ringing at 8:35 a.m. Students will start the year by receiving their updated schedules, followed by a full day of school programming.

Principal Paul Pichurski emphasized the importance of a strong start to the school year, es-pecially for returning students.

“Success in anything is a sum of small, consistent efforts - to make the best use of their time and energy in order to accomplish their goals,” said Pichurski, “With that in mind, a reminder that every adult in our school is in place to support students in making progress towards successful school completion and whatever post-secondary plans they may have; reach out and ask for support when you need it.”

Parents also play a crucial role in the success of their children, especially as the new school year begins. Pichurski advises parents to establish and maintain routines that support their students’ academic and personal well-being.

“Routines are everything,” he said. “Support your student in being prepared for the start of the school year by ensuring they are getting enough sleep, eating well and that they have a time and place set aside for studying, review or homework. “ Pichurski also mentioned the students are best supported when the school and the home are in communication, especially before concerns become large and potentially

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As for what lies ahead, Pichurski highlighted several upcoming events that students and families can look forward to. In addition to the typical startup activities, such as the launch of school athletics and clubs, the school will continue its series of guest speakers.

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Back to School at CCHS cont’d from page 8 “We are pleased to continue with our series of guest speakers regarding student mental health, resilience and preparing for success. Our first guest speaker is scheduled for early October,” said Pichurski.

As Crowsnest Consolidated High School gets ready to embark on another year of learning, growth, the principal of CCHS offered some final words ahead of the new school year.

“Our school staff is excited to begin another school year,” Pichurski said, “We look forward to working with students and their families during the 2024-25 school year.”

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Hospital Bedpan Open features a celebrity auction CROWSNEST PASS HEALTH FOUNDATION Contributor The CNP Health Foundation Charity Golf Tournament, to be held on Wednesday, September 4, will be hosting a Celebrity Audition for sponsors and golfers. Participants have an opportunity to golf with an NFL or NHL Alumnus on September 5.

Celebratities include the following: DANA MURZYN was born in Calgary and drafted in 1985. He began is NHL career with the Hartford Whalers. Dana was traded to the Calgary Flames in 1988 and was part of the team when they won the Cup in 1989. He was then traded to the Vancouver Canucks in 1991 and retired in 1999 after 14 years in the NHL. JOEL OTTO was born in Elk River, Minnesota, USA. Joel signed with the Calgary Flames as a free agent in 1984 and played 11 seasons with the Flames. He also played with the Philadelphia Flyers for three years and was one of the top defensive centers in

Province extends mental health pilot in schools GEORGE LEE Macleod Gazette - LJI

A suite of mental health initiatives include professional development for staff and clinical services for students, parents and families.

The province last week breathed new life into a suite of mental health initiatives in Livingstone Range School Division that include professional development for staff and clinical services for students, parents and families.

Livingstone Range and 62 other school authorities will share a $6.7-million topup in the Mental Health in Schools Pilot, as the government continues to learn from locally tailored approaches around the province, Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides announced.

“The main purpose here is that we recognize that mental health is a top priority for many students and that we need to do as much as we can to help support students’ mental health,” Nicolaides told The Macleod Gazette. “So we are really happy to be in a position to provide some new investment to keep these programs operating a little longer.”

The Livingstone Range initiatives also cover Palliser School Division and Holy Spirit Catholic School Division, making up one of 59 pilots in 63 jurisdictions.

Funding pegged at $630,900 began here in December 2022 and was set expire in December this year. But provincial support now continues through June 2025.

“The fact that we get to continue this at least until the end of the school year is huge,” said Holly Stewart, the clinical team lead for Livingstone Range. Before the pilot, communities were going without critical services, she said.

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the league and one of the best at faceoffs. He played a number of times with the US National team in World Championships, Canada Cups and in the 1998 Winter Olympics.

WAYNE “BEANER” McBEAN was born in Calgary and was drafted in 1987 by the Los Angeles Kings. He also played for the New York Islanders and the Winnipeg Jets, retiring in 1994. During his junior career, Wayne played for the Medicine Hat Tigers in his junior years, winning two Memorial Cup championships.

LINDSAY CARSON was born in Oxbow, Saskatchewan. He played in both the SJHL and the WHL for the Saskatoon Blades and the Billings Big Horns. He started his NHL career with the Philadelphia Flyers and Hart-ford Whalers for seven seasons and retired in 1989.

DARCY WAKALUK our own homegrown hero, was born in Pincher Creek. He has been a goaltending coach for the Lethbridge Hurricanes, the Calgary Hitmen, Vancouver Giants and the Kamloops Blazers. Darcy played in the NHL from 1988 to 1997 and played for the Buffalo Sabres, Minnesota North Stars, Dallas Stars and the Pheonix Coyotes. Darcy was the first AHL goaltender to score a goal when he shot the puck the length of the ice into an empty net. He retired in 1997 MARK RYPIEN is a Canadian-American former professional football player who was a quarterback for 14 seasons in the National Football League. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the sixth round of the 1986 NFL draft and was the first Canadian-born quarterback to both start in the NFL and be named Super Bowl MVP. He was born in Calgary and retired from football in 1998.

“So we’re ecstatic.”

Stewart said the pilot has already proven itself. The services are well used and measurables are all pointing in the right direction.

“It’s been so beneficial to be able to get that extra support out to our students and our families, and to help build the capacity of our professionals so that they’re able to better support our students in the buildings. That’s been amazing.”

The local pilot leverages the impact of two pre-existing staff: a certified therapist and Stewart herself, a registered psychologist. It also contracts with another registered psychologist, who specializes in attachments and parenting, and a behavioural specialist.

As well, two mental health therapists were hired for the duration of the pilot — one a social worker, the other a therapist focused on Indigenous mental health.

The pilot includes research-informed professional development and consultation for staff of the three divisions and specialized clinical services such as diagnostic assessment. Also available is therapy for students with mental health and addiction needs who were unable to access community-based services.

Flexibility and removing barriers are key, said Stewart. Clinical services for students, parents and families are delivered in ways tailored to their needs and preferences, such as virtual, in-home, in-school and in-community sessions.

Stewart would like to see the program continue beyond the extension. “Absolutely I believe it should continue, because the need is there,” she said.

“We’re very grateful for the funding and we’ve seen great impact, to the benefit of our students and our staff. Ideally, we would have more equitable access to these things in our communities, and that’s part of the problem right now. We just don’t have equitable access to services.”

Minister Nicolaides said the extension demonstrates the government’s recognition of both the complexity and the diversity of mental health needs in Alberta’s schools, along with a need to inform future policy and program decisions. But the member for Calgary-Bow noted that broad solutions aren’t always applicable from one jurisdiction to another.

“I wouldn’t profess to be an expert on what those differences are, as a born-andraised Calgarian, but I do know that the challenges can be quite unique for families and students in our rural communities,” Nicolaides said. “I think that a real and important dynamic behind these pilots is that these are local solutions.”

Eligible to apply were public, separate, francophone, public charter, and accredited and funded independent school authorities, along with First Nations education authorities.

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OBITUARY

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Stanley Theodore Peressini

Elizabeth Anne Sherrington

October 1, 1944 - November 27, 2023 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley Theodore Peressini, who left this world on November 27, 2023, in Calgary, AB at the age of 79. Born on October 1, 1944 in Blairmore, AB, Stanley was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose impact on those around him will not be forgotten.

Stanley dedicated his life to education and retired as a teacher with the Calgary Board of Education. His passion for knowledge was evident in the countless lives he touched throughout his career. A proud graduate of the University of Alberta, he was recognized as an academic high achiever, earning many scholarships for his exceptional grades from high school through university. His commitment to learning and education inspired not only his students but also his own children.

A remarkable survivor, Stanley battled multiple myeloma for 29 years, demonstrating resilience and strength that inspired everyone who knew him. He had a profound respect for the medical doctors and nurses who guided his journey though the challenges to his survival. His positive outlook on life was infectious, and he faced challenges with absolute determination and discipline that made him a role model to many.

Stanley’s home in Sundance was his sanctuary, filled with the memories of raising three children: Jennifer, Jeremy, and Jon. Stanley stayed living in his home for as long as possible, he was especially proud of his home improvements and acquired decades of hands-on knowledge of tools and materials by taking on projects he found challenging.

Stanley was a true car enthusiast, with a particular fondness for Camaros, Corvettes, and Challengers. He took great pride in the ownership of his beloved Corvette, a cherished gift from his daughter, Jennifer. His passion for cars was matched only by his best friend Dave Costigan and then his daughter Jennifer.

Stanley was a loyal customer to Chevrolet and will be remembered by all who served him at the Southgate and Capitol dealerships in Calgary.

Stanley found joy in both competition and social gatherings, he enjoyed many years with his friends curling, fishing and embarking on road trips, often with a playful prank or two up his sleeve. He was also a compassionate animal savior, recalling times he would provide safe havens for cats in Blairmore during the winter months and he cherished the years with his favourite rescues Jatta, Senior and Junior.

In his last days, Stanley spent his time with his beloved daughter and grandsons in Carstairs where he expressed his gratefulness for the full and long life he was fortunate to have had with the friends and family he loved dearly. He spent time planning how to move back to his home in Sundance, decorating for Christmas, online Christmas shopping, selecting cookies to share with his grandsons, playing games with his daughter, playing toy cars with his grandsons and listening to the leaves still rustling in the winter breeze.

Stanley is survived by his wife, Barbara; his beloved daughter, Jennifer; his sons, Jeremy and Jon; his grandsons, Theodore, Robert, and Kyan; and his sister, Lilian Radley and her husband Ken. He leaves behind a legacy of modesty, perseverance, honesty and acceptance that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him well.

A tribute wall has been created at https://www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca/obituary/Stanley-Peressini#tributewall where family and friends are invited to share their photos, memories and honor the remarkable man he was. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that trees be planted in his memory (https://www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca/obituary/Stanley-Peressini/1078781/memorial-tree), or that donations be made to the Calgary Humane Society (https://www.calgaryhumane.ca/?form=donate) reflecting Stanley’s spirit of compassion.

Stanley Theodore Peressini will be deeply missed but fondly remembered for his unwavering virtues, and the indelible mark he left on the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he forever rest in peace in the St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Cemetery in Blairmore, AB.

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December 9, 1933 - August 11, 2024 Elizabeth Anne Sherrington was born to Winifred and Wallace Sherrington on December 9, 1933. She died, at the age of 90, on August 11, 2024 at Peaks To Pines Seniors Lodge, Coleman, AB. Liz loved to travel, so after her nursing training at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital in Canterbury, Kent, England, she travelled to Australia to work at Kangaroo Island Hospital. During one holiday, she and a friend drove across the Great Australian Desert, a trip then considered very dangerous.

After her time in Australia, Liz returned to England and continued her nursing career at Seabathing Hospital before moving on the orthopaedic ward of the Oxford Hospital. In 1964, she resumed her travels, this time in Canada. Her first job was at Niagara Falls General Hospital, but the bitter cold of a Niagara winter tempted her to seek a warmer climate, so her she and her travel companion journeyed by train across Canada to the wonderfully warm province of British Columbia where daffodils and other spring flowers were in full-bloom. A search for a hospital led her to St. George’s Hospital in Alert Bay on Cormorant Island, a small island off the coast of Vancouver Island. She spent a happy year there meeting the indigenous peoples and learning about their culture, and enjoying new modes of travel such as water taxis and float planes. Her next stops were Nanaimo, BC and Peace River, AB before travel called again and she arrived in Crowsnest Pass, AB. Of the five towns that comprise the municipality, she chose Coleman to buy a home and finally settle down with her friend, Rene Rinaldi. They spent many happy years together until Rene’s death in 1991.

Liz was a people person. She gave her gifts of laughter, caring, kindness and compassion to everyone she met on her travels, and many were proud to call Liz their friend. Liz donated her body to science, her last act of unselfishness for those left behind. She will remain forever in the hearts and memories of all those whose lives she touched.

A special thank you goes to the staff at Peaks To Pines Senior Lodge for their exceptional care of Liz. It was a great comfort to her friends and family to see how lovingly she was cared for in her final days.

Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life is her brother, John (Delva) of England; her niece, Alison; her cousins, Peter, Andrew and their families; and countless friends in Canada, Australia and England.

She was predeceased by her sister, Janet and her brother, Richard.

With respect for Liz’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be gratefully accepted by the Crowsnest Pass SPCA (PO Box 725 Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0), the Peaks To Pines Residents’ Association (PO Box 580 Coleman, AB T0K 0M0), or by Oneday Dreams (www.onedaydreams.ca). Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

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Government’s plan to changes hospital services BRETT MCKAY St. Alberta Gazette - LJI

Alberta premier reveals plans to transfer hospitals away from AHS At a UCP town hall event in Drayton Valley, Premier Danielle Smith revealed the next phases of her government’s restructuring of health care in Alberta, including plans to remove Alberta Health Services (AHS) as the operator of some hospitals and turn facilities over to other operators like Catholic health care provider Covenant Health.

The Alberta government is currently setting up a structure where the government retains ownership of facilities and leases them to AHS and is “prepared to also take away their authority to operate hospitals as well,” Smith said at the town hall on Aug. 17.

“Because if our operator isn’t performing the services we need them to we’re going to take (the hospital) back,” Smith said.

“The next phase is to see how many of those hospitals that AHS currently operates that we can retake ownership over. We can’t do it for all of them.”

Smith said this strategy will improve the delivery of health care and help eliminate service disruptions in rural hospitals by introducing two incentives into the existing system — competition and fear.

“When you’re dealing with a monopoly, and they believe that they can deliver any type of care, and there are no consequences, they’re going to continue to deliver bad service. And competition is one option. That’s why we’re offering chartered surgical centres and why we’re offering Covenant,” Smith said.

“But the other is the fear of having it taken away. That is going to be a very powerful competitive incentive for the managers to say, ‘Oh my goodness, if we continue to deliver terrible care in Drayton Valley, then somebody else is going to be chosen for the operator.’”

In La Crete, Smith said the government is already moving the hospital authority over to Covenant Health. She told the town hall that Covenant Health “has never closed down rural hospitals . . . and it may well be that we just need different operators in the smaller communities so that we can get back to delivering that level of care.”

These changes will be slow, Smith said, and the government will campaign to get the “authority from Albertans to go forward and make these changes.”

Change for the sake of change Lorian Hardcastle, associate professor in the faculty of law in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, said changing hospital administrators would come with substantial investments of time and money, and that it doesn’t address key issues within the health care system which cause temporary closures.

“It seems to be more of what we’ve already seen, which is change for the sake of change, and not change with a view to improving access or improving quality,” Hardcastle said.

“AHS has been running these facilities for a long time and has that expertise.

For Covenant to take over those facilities is going to take time. It’s going to take money. And it’s not clear what the payoff is. There may also be some providers who aren’t interested in continuing to work at a facility if Covenant takes it over, and so it’s not clear that this is going to help recruitment and retention, and it might make it worse” Hardcastle said the claim that Covenant Health would be better suited to run rural hospitals is unfounded, and that the premier needs to provide a rationale for why changing operators would have an effect on the number of rural doctors in a community or their availability to work.

“That’s just something that she’s made up as a theory, and there’s no factual support for that. The fact that Covenant hasn’t had any ER closures in facilities they run doesn’t mean they wouldn’t have closures if they ran the same facilities that AHS runs,” she said.

Public notices from Covenant Health show there have been multiple temporary emergency department closures at its facilities in Bonnyville and Killam due to staffing shortages.

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Province extends mental health pilot in schools Albertans. That creates a more dynamic environment in our classroom.

“So of course, when our teachers need to spend more and more time dealing cont’d from page 10 Wide diversity is represented even within the Livingstone Range, Palliser and Holy Spirit divisions. Regular public schools, Catholic public schools, other Christian schools, schools in cities, schools in smaller communities, schools on Hutterite colonies — all are represented.

The announcement affects the pilot’s first call, reaching by a government estimate as many as 350,000 students. A second call of pilots in 20 more jurisdictions already runs out of funding in June 2025.

School authorities evaluate their communities and student profiles to come up with mental health programming. “It’s not a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s 79 different approaches to help recognize unique needs,” said Nicolaides.

Differences go beyond a rural-urban divide. “When we say rural community, you know, a community just outside of Edmonton is very, very different from other rural communities. And there are vast differences in space between northern Alberta communities versus other parts of the province,” the minister said.

“There are big nuances and complexities that need to be taken into account. And I think these pilots allow us to do that.”

Nicolaides said his hope is that Alberta Education learns of both broad and individualized ways to help teachers and schools address mental health.

He said: “There’s no question our classrooms are becoming more complex as the days go by than they were in the past. More students have mental health challenges,

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with these other issues, it can take away from the learning experience.”

Addressing that complexity is also represented in new school board funding announced in the current budget, he said. Budget 2024 announced $1.5 billion over three years for specialized learning grants. These allow school authorities to provide students with psychological, social-emotional and other wellness support, including access to mental health workers.

“It’s our hope is that with these mental health pilots and with this infusion of new money as well we can help give students the tools, resources and access to professionals that they need to be able to overcome any mental health concerns that they may be experiencing.”

Good results on the mental health front for students will ultimately help them succeed academically and later in life, Nicolaides said. “So we do hope this will help move the needle in the array of complex challenges that we are seeing in our classrooms today.”

No argument there from Stewart. “The biggest thing with therapy is people build their own resiliency and their own strengths and skills moving forward. So it takes time, and the data is still relatively new,” she said.

“This support has become essential to our students and our families. We know that when (students) are functioning well, they learn better, and when they are faced with challenges that they can’t get help with, they don’t learn. Just having this access has enhanced the ability of many of our students to learn, achieve and have greater success.”

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Looking Back

BY JOHN KINNEAR

Cache The Pass - A Matter of Acknowledgment Brent Dase formed a concept in his mind some time ago. A concept designed to help acknowledge the importance of our embattled health care workers and provide some badly needed moral support. You know them right? Those dedicated AHS workers (health care aides, long term staff, cooking and cleaning staff, nurses and administrative staff) that are on the line 24/7, handling consistently the crushing load that they have and always with a mind to providing quality health care within our AHS system. Brent’s 95-year-old mother Alberta is in long term care

and through his frequent visits there he noticed a flagging morale. It occurred to him that some boosting was in order and as he put it; “if they (the employees) are happier then it will reflect in their service.”

The concept he formed was one of outdoor engagement and is proving to be a fun-filled distraction with generous rewards promised in the end for the participants.

The distraction is a geo-caching competition, if you will, designed to draw all manner of AHS workers together, in a team effort, to find a series of keys. Geo-caching is a popular real-world outdoor adventure that started almost 25 years ago. There have been two such gatherings held so far in this locally grown event, in which many different factions of AHS employees have shown up, kids and dogs in tow, to chase down a key’s location. The first event was held August 12th and launched from the Blairmore Gazebo, in a walk-a-bout that eventually led to the first key’s discovery. On August 19th this geo-caching junket headed out once again, this time from the old Cameron School to its final key location near what is called the old “B” hole (swimming hole at the end of West Coleman).

The whole idea behind geo-caching is to use your mobile device to enter a set of coordinates supplied by Brent and then to launch into zeroing in on the keys location. It was quite the sight at its launch on the 12th to see 20 or so AHS employees wandering about, phones in hand, working their way circuitously, down main street Blairmore, towards that particular key’s location. There are clues given along the way should the search stall but AHS staff have proven to be pretty sharp despite his craftiness.

Brent has a very creative mind and it has translated into some wild clue interpretations being required to keep moving forward to a key’s location. The second key search involved, amongst other things, three buried trick wooden boxes, each of which contained a treasure map that required some serious deciphering and teamwork.

Brent has done a great job of canvassing local businesses for some spectacular prizes, most of which can be viewed at The Pantry, along with a strong box, secured with five padlocks. Each key opens one padlock and each padlock has a curious name suck as Kraken or Tomahawk. The last padlock is a combination lock so of course there will be some tricky contemplations of what that combination might be.

There is always something going on his competition Instagram site (cache_the_ pass), as in subtle clues as to what might be coming next and announcements of side competitions. One is a team building thing called Dueling Baskets in which the challenge is to see who can build the best gift basket .

Another sidelight was the handing out of miniature Polaroid’s of a picture that everyone is challenged to find the location of for yet another prize. In this case the picture was of a cookie jar that participant Paige subsequently figured out was at the Cherry on Top. The next leg of the AHS caching journey is called The Fabled Blue Moose and Brent expects to wrap up the five part series searches by mid-September. According to Brent, “the prize cache continues to grow as more and more people want to contribute to the appreciation being shown to our treasured health care workers.”

Ultimately, when all five keys are located there will be a gala gathering where all participants will be able to delve into the unlocked box in random draws for a multitude of spectacular prizes.

What fun! What a great concept! I could not help but smile when I first observed that AHS gang on the hunt for that first elusive key, laughing and spending quality social time together.

Author’s Note: Be sure to check out the on-line for more pics of the key saga.

Brent encourages everyone within AHS to try, in their off time, to make even one of the searches.

Photos top to bottom: August 12th launch of Cache the Pass Enter these coordinates and go: The Kraken key has been found” The multilocked box at the Pantry Three wooden puzzle boxes to find the Tomahawk key John Kinnear photos

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William Robert Harrington January 28, 1970 - July 7, 2024 Bill passed away peacefully at home in Bellevue, AB on August 15, 2024, in the loving embrace of his wife, Wendy, surrounded by his sons, daughters-in-law, and grandsons.

Bill was born on Sunday, August 11, 1946, in Kitchener, ON, the oldest of three boys.

Bill was a renaissance man. He was a loving husband and father, a beloved brother and a trusted friend. He loved the outdoors. He had an extraordinary mechanical aptitude, could, and did, build almost anything, had a keen sense of adventure, and a love of history and aviation. He was charming in an assuming way. His hands were perpetually dirty and cut, yet he had an air of sophistication and decorum about him. His great nephews aptly nicknamed him James Bond. He always had a book on the go, and his Bible collected no dust. Most notably, Bill had an immutable moral compass, an unshakable faith, and a bottomless well of kindness that he shared with anyone, all the time. He was frequently described as “a good man” and with his strength of character and moral fortitude, he was a tremendous role model for his two sons and three grandsons.

In 1962 his family moved from Kitchener, ON to Surrey, BC, which was then mostly farmland. Bill and his two brothers were all drawn to cars, and all three became mechanics, although Bill first chased his passion for aviation by getting his pilot’s license and becoming a journeyman aircraft mechanic. After losing numerous friends and coworkers to aircraft crashes in his first three years of working in aviation and being shocked by infant Michael’s not recognizing him due to his long spells working in bush camps, Bill returned to school to transition into automotive mechanics. After retiring from mechanics, Bill would take his calm demeanor and easy smile into high school where he taught trades classes.

Bill met Wendy, his wife of 55 years, when he moved to BC and Wendy’s brother came home with this new friend. Bill noted how pretty the fair skinned, dark haireddark-haired girl with the brilliant blue eyes was, and he kept his eye on her through their teenage years. After high school Bill and Wendy began dating. Bill would rent float planes and take Wendy on flying dates over to Vancouver Island. In 1969 Bill and Wendy were married in Surrey, BC. They promptly moved to Fort St. James, followed by Prince George, and finally the Crowsnest Pass, AB. For 55 years and 13 days Wendy was Bill’s copilot through all things in life, from raising their kids, to running the youth group, to their many outdoor adventures and ultimately, caring for him when dementia took hold. Wendy valiantly fought the losing battle of filling Bill’s bottomless stomach. The two were rarely apart and were always seeking new adventures, whether on quads or in kayaks, or taking the train across Canada. A few years ago, they bought e-bikes and they loved exploring the Pass and going for coffee on their bikes together. They took up curling and Wendy even roped Bill into the odd dance performance. Bill enjoyed Wendy’s wacky sense of humour, while she enjoyed his quick, dry wit. They both loved meeting new people.

Whether at church, a campsite, or a coffee shop, the Harringtons never left anything on time, because Bill would be e preoccupied chatting up some person he had just met.

In 1971 Bill and Wendy had their first son, Michael. Paul came along in 1974. Bill carried on the English tradition of calling his sons “boy”, as his father did. Michael and Paul’s childhood memories are filled with watching the Wonderful World of Disney on Sunday nights, movie nights in the basement in front of the woodstove, camping, camping, and more camping, Tatuk Lake, Carp Lake, and a dozen other lakes, canoes, getting firewood, chopping firewood, stoking the stove before bed, shoveling driveways, youth group, cousins, their longtime neighbors, the Boshiers, their dad’s quick wit, sense of humour, integrity, and a lifetime of people telling them what a great man their father was.

Bill had an insatiable wanderlust for BC’s backroads. Wendy would pack up the green ’72 F250 carrying her dad’s homemade red and white camper in the box and armed with a forestry map, Bill would set out to get lost in the BC backcountry. Bill had countless adventures. He raced a protective black bear sow in a canoe, lost a canvas puptent to a bear with his family inside, and lived to tell about a grizzly bear attack by the courtesy of a lucky shot by his brotherin-law, Ron. Bill took his small sons canoeing and watched enormous bull moose wading in nameless lakes. The further off the beaten path he was, the happier he was. He loved indigenous culture and history and made a point of visiting small, remote indigenous communities. He could spend days in museums. Haida Gwaii held a special place in his heart and he and Wendy visited it many times.

After nearly 50 years in Prince George, Bill spent the last eight years of his life in the Crowsnest Pass, which he considered a paradise. He fished with Michael, hunted with Paul, quadded up to plane crashes and kayaked lakes with Wendy, and he loved decorating the park across the street each winter. A few days before he died, he pondered if Heaven might be the Crowsnest Pass with no wind. Once in the Crowsnest Pass, he enjoyed near constant visits by his sons and their families. True to form, he and Wendy took the Crowsnest Pass by storm and seemed to know everyone within weeks.

Bill received great joy from helping others, whether running the youth group at College Heights Baptist Church or cooking and serving food to Prince George’s most disadvantaged at St. Vincent De Paul. Bill had many lifelong friends, because if you were Bill’s friend, you were his friend for life. Bill was kind. Wendy chose him because he was kind, and “kind” is the word most often used to describe Bill. He was the friend who would show up to help you move with no questions asked, and he would bring his truck and kids. He would show up early and leave late. Bill was honest. His reputation as perhaps the best mechanic in Prince George for more than 40 years (especially if you had a variable venturi carburetor) was well-earned. Bill reserved judgment. Although he was active in the church much of his life, most of his friends did not attend church. Whether kids or adults, he accepted everyone as they were.

Bill wasis predeceased by his father Arthur, mother Eveyln, daughter Hannah – stillborn in 1973, and his best friend, Kiwa (pictured).

He is survived by his wife Wendy, his sons Michael Harrington (Liza) of Courtenay, BC and Paul Harrington (Robyn) of Medicine Hat, AB. He cherished his role as Grandpa to his three grandsons Elliot, Liam, and Wyatt. Some of his last words were describing how wonderful his grandsons are and how much joy he received in watching them grow into young men. Bill and Wendy had no daughters or granddaughters, but they got the daughters they never had when Liza and Robyn married into the family. Bill genuinely thought of them as daughters and they shared a deep, enduring bond.

Left with fond memories of simpler times, Ontario, Surrey, childhood pranks, fixing cars, and camping trips, are Bill’s two brothers, John Harrington (Janice) of Salmon Arm, BC and David Harrington (Judy) of Langley, BC. To his nine nieces and nephews and their children, he was affectionately “Uncle Bill”. Bill has dozens of relatives in the Kitchener-Waterloo area on both the maternal and paternal side of his family, some of whom he was able to see in April when he, Wendy, and the boys took one last Harrington road trip on the train to Quebec City.

Bill would have wanted his friends and family to know that he had no reservations about leaving this world. Bill’s steadfast faith provided him with the peace required to willingly leave his broken mind and body behind and join his loved ones who preceded him.

A Memorial Service was held at 1pm on August 21, 2024 at Fantin’s Funeral Chapel, followed by a Celebration of Life at the Bellevue Legion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill’s memory to the Alzheimer Society of Alberta (#306, 10430 61 Avenue Edmonton, AB T6H 2J3, or www.alzheimer.ab.ca). Condolences may be registered at www. fantinsfuneralchapel.ca.

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

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Castle Mountian’s Huckleberry Festival 2024 NICHOLAS L.M. ALLEN Pass Herald Reporter

Huckleberry Festival celebrates its 28th year at Castle Mountain Resort The 28th Annual Huckleberry Festival brought the vibrant spirit of summer back to Castle Mountain for a weekend filled with festivities. The event, which has become a staple of summer at Castle Mountain, featured an array of activities, live music, and food, attracting visitors from near and far.

The festivities kicked off on Saturday morning, with Guest Services opening at 9 a.m. to assist attendees with ticket pick-up and general information. Throughout the day, children were able to participate in a colouring contest at the Day Lodge, which ran from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and an on-mountain scavenger hunt, where details were provided in the main festival area.

The Mountain Vendor Market opened at 9:30 a.m., offering a variety of goods until 5:30 p.m., while kids enjoyed games, including mini golf, in the Kids Zone located under the Huckleberry Chair. Face painting, another popular attraction, ran from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Kids Zone.

Scenic chairlift rides provided breathtaking views, with the Huckleberry Chairlift operating from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the last upload from the village and until 4:00 p.m. for the last download from the summit.

The T-Bar Pub & Grub opened its doors at 11 a.m., welcoming families until 9 p.m., while the BBQ and Beer Tent in the main festival area served attendees from

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11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., respectively.

The main festival area came alive with outdoor live music starting at 12:00 p.m.

Aly Williams took the stage at noon, followed by On The Rocks at 2:00 p.m., Undefined at 4:00 p.m., and The Decadent Phase at 6:00 p.m. The pie-eating contest, which took place from 4:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the ATCO Stage, followed by the announcement of the scavenger hunt and pie-eating contest winners at 5 p.m.

The festival concluded with a Chicken & Rib Dinner at the Day Lodge from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and indoor live music at the T-Bar Pub & Grub featuring Don’t Tell Mama from 9 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., wrapping up a windy day of summer celebration.